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Conspiracy: A small-town, second-chance romantic suspense

"In the third book in USA Today bestselling author Colleen Coble's Sanctuary series, Paradise Alden learns firsthand that a conspiracy of lemurs is a family . . . but a conspiracy of people can be deadly. Fifteen years of secrets. One chance for justice. Just as wildlife veterinarian Paradise Alden begins to envision a future with Blake Lawson, the ghosts of her past return with a vengeance. The murder of her parents has shadowed her for fifteen years, but a new threat brings the cold case into the terrifying present. A trained leopard--a chilling embodiment of Paradise's deepest fears--is now stalking her. Haunted by resurfacing memories, Paradise, Blake, and her newfound brother, Drew, follow a trail of clues that leads them into a web of dark family secrets. The deeper they dig, the more shocking the connections become, linking their families to a dangerous conspiracy that someone is still willing to kill to protect. With every step closer to the truth, the killer becomes more desperate. Paradise, Blake, and Drew must race to expose a murderer who has remained hidden for fifteen years, but this time, they are the ones being stalked. If they can't unmask the killer, the past will destroy both the fragile future Paradise and Blake are trying to build and the family she has finally found with her brother. Colleen Coble's Conspiracy combines gripping suspense with slow-burn romance and includes intriguing mysteries from both the past and present, sabotage and danger, second-chance romance, found family, and themes of overcoming pain and how the past doesn't have to define you. Perfect for fans of Laura Dave, Allison Brennan, and Lynette Eason. The Sanctuary series: Ambush (book 1), Prowl (book 2), and Conspiracy (book 3)"

Colleen Coble (Author), Karen Peakes (Narrator)

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When Justice Comes

"'When you combine two brilliant storytellers such as Coble and Acker, the result is a beautiful, well-crafted legal thriller that keeps the reader utterly riveted.' --Lynette Eason, bestselling author 'Coble and Acker have forged a seamless partnership with a singular voice.' --Charles Martin, NYT bestselling author USA TODAY bestselling romantic suspense author Colleen Coble and Rick Acker deliver the final book in their beloved Tupelo Grove series. Hez and Savannah Webster have survived storms that would bury others without a love as strong as theirs--but can they withstand the final battle in the deadly Legare-Willard feud that threatens to sweep away everything they've fought for? Hezekiah 'Hez' Webster and his fiancée, Savannah, stand on the brink of a new life, but their dreams are haunted by specters of the past. Just as they're getting ready to adopt her nephew, two other petitioners also file for custody--both of whom only want Simon for their own gains. Between the financial company that Hez outmaneuvered to save the university from ruin and the bad blood from the head of the Willard family, it's hard to say who wants them out of the way more. Hez and Savannah's quest for justice leads them through a labyrinth of family law, where loyalties are tested and trust is a dangerous luxury when every decision could be their last. With the clock ticking, Hez and Savannah must confront the ghosts of their past and their deepest fears to secure a future for Simon. But with every secret revealed, the stakes grow higher. Can they build the family they've always dreamed of, or will their enemies succeed in tearing them apart forever? The Tupelo Grove series reaches its breathtaking conclusion as an enemy's agenda for revenge runs darker than swamp water and justice remains as precarious as quicksand in this heart-pounding narrative that underscores the power of redemption and forgiveness. Colleen Coble and Rick Acker's When Justice Comes is gripping suspense with closed-door, second-chance romance. Looking for more from these authors? Don't miss their standalone novel I Think I Was Murdered. All their novels include discussion questions that are perfect for book clubs."

Colleen Coble, Rick Acker (Author), Karen Peakes (Narrator)

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Alaska Twilight

"'You hide behind your camera instead of stepping out and engaging life with both hands. You're so afraid you'll fail at something, you won't even try.' For some people, Alaska is a breathtaking wilderness adventure, full of light and beauty. For Haley, it is a dangerous world of dark dreams and tortured memories. On the surface, she's here to document wildlife activist Kipp Nowak's bear encounters. But her real reason is to unearth the truth about a past murder. The suspense mounts when another body turns up, and Haley beginst to wonder if the tragedies she experienced in the past are connected to the dangers and mysterious incidents of the present. From behind her camera, Haley observes it all, including Tank Lassiter, the wildlife biologist who has been forced to lead Kipp and his team into the Alaskan backcountry. As she watches him with his work, she feels a growing attraction. It will take great courage and faith to confront the truth she once ran away from. Before it's over, Haley may be viewing herself from an entirely new angle. Alaska Twilight is the story of a young woman's emergence from the shadows of past sorrow into the light of forgiveness and grace."

Colleen Coble (Author), Karen Peakes (Narrator)

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Prowl: A Small-Town, Second-Chance Romantic Suspense

"Prowl, the second book in USA TODAY bestselling author Colleen Coble's Sanctuary series (following Ambush), delivers exactly what her fans want: the ideal blend of suspense that keeps you on the edge of your seat with just the right amount of romance. Perfect for fans of Laura Dave, Allison Brennan, and Dani Pettrey. When a worker at the Sanctuary is discovered dead in the tiger enclosure, authorities assume the big cat killed her. But when the autopsy shows she was killed by a lethal dose of anesthetic delivered by a tranquilizer gun, suspicion falls on Blake Lawson, co-owner of the Sanctuary. Blake has his hands full trying to clear his name as well as get the Sanctuary finances back in the black. When a soil test turns up traces of rare earth, he's even more puzzled. Is someone trying to run them out of business to get to whatever is under the ground? Meanwhile, wildlife veterinarian Paradise Alden is determined to find the brother she only recently learned even existed. When the results of the DNA test she ran mysteriously disappear from her portal before she can read them, she realizes someone must not want her to know the truth. A break-in at her new apartment is alarming, but she tries to pass it off as someone trying to scare her away. She refuses to turn tail and run when she is desperate for answers. For Blake, the only solid ground is his relationship with Paradise, and he longs to propose--but how can they even think about starting a life together with so many forces working against them? Colleen Coble's Prowl combines gripping suspense with closed-door romance and includes intriguing mysteries from both the past and present, sabotage and danger, second-chance romance, found family, and themes of overcoming pain and how the past doesn't have to define you. Also in this series: Ambush (book 1, available now) and Conspiracy (book 3, available July 2026)."

Colleen Coble (Author), Karen Peakes (Narrator)

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A Wicked Snow

"The package on Hannah Griffin’s desk contains two pairs of children’s shoes—charred, melted, and twenty years old. The message alongside them turns her blood to ice: “Your Mom called.” But that’s impossible. Her mother is dead. Hannah Griffin was a girl when tragedy struck her family’s Oregon Christmas tree farm. She still remembers the flames reflected against the newly fallen snow and the bodies the police dug up—twenty victims of America’s most shocking mass murder—one of them her mother’s. Twenty years later Hannah is a talented CSI investigating the brutal death of a little boy when the past comes hurtling back. Someone knows her secret identity. Someone wants her to remember what she’s spent decades trying to forget. And when another person connected to her mother’s case turns up dead, Hannah realizes the killing isn’t over. Now Hannah must confront the buried memories of that snowy December night before she becomes the next target. But the truth about her family—and about herself—may be more devastating than she ever imagined. From the Edgar-Award nominated #1 New York Times bestselling author comes a heart-stopping and emotionally powerful thriller that will keep you glued to the pages. Praise for A Wicked Snow: ‘There were many twists and turns to keep the reader guessing. I was up until 6:00 in the morning because I HAD to know how this book would end!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An absolute 5 star read!... Brilliant... The characters and settings came alive from the first chapter and by the end, I felt like I knew them.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A superbly written book. I could not stop reading it. The story was so powerful and kept you guessing right up to the end. It was so suspense filled you had to keep reading and reading.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘From start to finish, Gregg Olsen takes his readers on a rollercoaster of suspense.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Real narrative drive, a great setup, a gruesome crime, fine characters.’ Lee Child ‘Complex mystery, crackling authenticity... will keep fans of crime fiction hooked.’ Publishers Weekly ‘Wickedly clever! A finely crafted, genuinely twisted tale of one mother’s capacity for murder and one daughter’s search for the truth.’ Lisa Gardner ‘A taut thriller.’ Seattle Post-Intelligencer ‘An irresistible page-turner.’ Kevin O’Brien ‘Vivid, powerful, action-packed... a terrific, tense thriller that grips the reader.’ Midwest Book Review ‘Tight plotting, nerve-wracking suspense, and a wonderful climax.’ Crimespree magazine"

Gregg Olsen (Author), Karen Peakes (Narrator)

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A Cold Dark Place

"In a secluded farmhouse in Cherrystone, Washington, a family has been slaughtered – and a teenage son has disappeared. Is he frightened child or a cold-blooded killer? As single mother and detective Emily Kenyon leads the hunt for a killer, her teenage daughter secretly reaches out to the missing boy, drawn to his artistic soul and convinced of his innocence. When identical family murders erupt in Iowa and Salt Lake City days apart, Emily discovers chilling connections between the crime scenes. As she pieces together the puzzle, Emily uncovers a sinister pattern stretching back decades – and realises the threat to her daughter is far worse than she ever imagined. Now in a desperate race to save Jenna, Emily must outsmart a methodical, ruthless predator who knows her weaknesses all too well – and has marked both mother and daughter as his next targets… From the Edgar Award-nominated and #1 New York Times bestselling author Gregg Olsen comes a page-turning thriller that will keep you reading late into the night. Readers are hooked on A Cold Dark Place: ‘This stunning thriller is the love child of Thomas Harris and Laura Lippman, with all the thrills and the sheer glued-to-the-page artistry of both.’ Ken Bruen ‘Olsen keeps the tension taut and pages turning.’ Publishers Weekly ‘I’m still breathing hard while trying to think of the right words to say to convey my appreciation for this author’s skill. Give me-more! I want to be addicted, even though I might not sleep for days!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘From the mother-daughter relationship, to the terror of a serial killer...hold on to your seat...just when you think you've figured it out… BAM.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Just finished reading… all I can say is wow, wow, wow! A must read if you love murder mystery, thrillers and a story that will pull you in from the get go. This one is a heart stopper.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Edge of your seat thriller with twists and turns that get into your mind and soul! Olsen is utterly amazing!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What an amazing story this was. Read it in one sitting.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I loved this book… great, complex characters and awesome plot twists. It kept me up very late at night turning pages.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Had me spellbound from the very beginning… Twists & turns galore, & likeable characters. I want more!!!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Couldn't put it down! Had to keep reading until I finished it. Twists and unexpected turns through the whole story!!!!!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A great thriller that grabs you by the throat and takes you into the dark, scary places of the heart and soul.’ Kay Hooper ‘You’ll sleep with the lights on after reading Gregg Olsen’s dark, atmospheric, page-turning suspense . . . if you can sleep at all.’ Allison Brennan"

Gregg Olsen (Author), Karen Peakes (Narrator)

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Where Secrets Lie: A Tupelo Grove Novel

"USA TODAY bestselling romantic suspense author Colleen Coble and Rick Acker deliver the second book in their compelling Tupelo Grove series (following What We Hide), where a crumbling university, stolen artifacts, deep family secrets, and deadly ambitions all stand in the way of a second chance at happiness. College professor Savannah Webster is ready to give her ex-husband, Hez, another chance, and she believes he's finally ready for them to face their many past trials as a team. But when Savannah finds evidence that points to Hez's old demons resurfacing, the fragile trust they've built begins to crumble. And it's not just their relationship that hanging in the balance--the survival of the university Savannah's family poured their lives into is also under threat. Hez is determined to put his past mistakes behind him with his new role mentoring law students at Tupelo Grove University's legal clinic. His primary focus with the clinic is to help Savannah pull the university out of a pit of debt and bad decisions made by the previous leadership, including her father. But their quest for stability takes a dark turn as they try to root out the dangerous smuggling ring the university is entangled in, and their investigation puts them in the crosshairs of criminals who will stop at nothing to eliminate any obstacle in their path. The twists continue until the final page as a dangerous world of smuggling and financial instability collides with the complex dynamics of legacy and family. Colleen Coble and Rick Acker's Where Secrets Lie is gripping suspense with closed-door, second-chance romance. 'With an unpredictable plot, complex characters, and a college campus that holds dark secrets, this mystery will keep you guessing.' (Robert Dugoni). Looking for more from these authors? Don't miss What We Hide, the first book in the Tupelo Grove series, or the standalone novel I Think I Was Murdered."

Colleen Coble, Rick Acker (Author), Karen Peakes (Narrator)

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Heart of Ice

"A pregnant woman found dead in an icy pond, three sorority girls murdered – and Sheriff Emily Kenyon's daughter may be next on the killer's list. In the sleepy town of Cherrystone, Washington, Sheriff Emily Kenyon is consumed with the case of Amanda Crawford – young, pregnant, and days from giving birth – whose lifeless body is recovered from freezing waters. All evidence points to Amanda's controlling husband Mitch, but as Emily struggles to build her case, she's suddenly thrust into a nightmare that spans three states. When Emily is called to consult on a series of sorority murders, she finds herself investigating meticulously staged crime scenes. Each victim appears to be part of a calculated rehearsal for something more sinister. As Emily races to connect the dots between the murders and Amanda’s killer, she realizes the predator has been perfecting his technique on each victim, working toward the one woman he truly wants to make suffer. Emily’s daughter. #1 New York Times bestselling author Gregg Olsen delivers a bone-chilling thriller where a mother's dedication to justice becomes a fight for her daughter's life. Readers love Heart of Ice: ‘Wow… I can’t get enough… Very gripping.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Olsen puts you right inside the mind of a killer like no author I've ever read.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Lots of twists and turns, a total thrill ride. Really hard to put down.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Thrilling… blew me away.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Unstoppable suspense!... Kept me on the edge of my seat!... Very hard to put down! Loved it!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I couldn't put it down!!! Had me from the first word until the last!!! I highly recommend this to anyone who loves a great and intriguing mystery!!!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Great book. I love the characters and I loved the plot! Lots of twists and turns and a great surprise ending!’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Gregg has the uncanny ability to get you right inside the mind of the killer – Gregg is the master of psychological thrillers. Heart of Ice is just another proof his literary genius.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fiercely entertaining, fascinating . . . Olsen offers a unique background view into the very real world of crime . . . and that makes his novels ring true and accurate.’ Dark Scribe"

Gregg Olsen (Author), Karen Peakes (Narrator)

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Ambush: A Small-Town Romantic Suspense

"'Ambush is electric--the perfect blend of romance, suspense, and characters you swear are real . . . just one more proof of Coble at the top of her game.' --Tosca Lee, New York Times bestselling author The first book in the riveting new series from USA TODAY bestselling author Colleen Coble, where a young woman will do anything to uncover the truth of her parents' murder--even work alongside the man who once broke her heart. Paradise Alden's childhood in Nova Cambridge, Alabama, was idyllic until the night her parents were murdered. Since then, life has left her scarred. The abuse she suffered in the foster care system, her first love's betrayal, and the jaguar attack that nearly destroyed her career have led to an unshakable distrust--in men, in God, and maybe in even in herself. After fifteen years, returning to her hometown is a last resort to finding her life again. She's hoping the wildlife refuge where she's accepted a veterinarian job will be the perfect place to heal from her recent traumas and unlock her memories about the night her parents died. But the day she arrives at The Sanctuary, a body is discovered on the grounds. And soon, a series of deadly events threatens not only her future, but the man who, despite all odds, still makes her pulse stutter. Arson, a shooting, a break-in, and multiple instances of animals being freed from their enclosures all point back to him, but Paradise knows Blake Lawson isn't responsible. Not the man who has been helping his mother manage The Sanctuary these past six months and care for his stepbrothers in the wake of their father's death . . . even if his betrayal years ago cost her everything. Someone dangerous is lurking beneath the town's moss-draped trees, and Paradise refuses to let another murderer disappear into the shadows. Colleen Coble's Ambush is just what her readers want--edge-of-your-seat suspense perfectly balanced with closed-door romance. The intricacies of a wild-animal sanctuary, sabotage, secrets that someone is willing to kill to keep hidden, and reconnecting with a first love make this a compelling story you won't want to miss. Perfect for fans of Allison Brennan and Dani Pettrey. Also in The Sanctuary Series: Prowl (book #2, available November 2025) and Conspiracy (book #3; available July 2026). Available now from Colleen: Fragile Designs, and from Colleen Coble and Rick Acker: What We Hide and I Think I Was Murdered."

Colleen Coble (Author), Karen Peakes (Narrator)

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Glamorous Notions: A Novel

"A costume designer’s past casts a long shadow over her well-constructed lies in this intriguing story about stolen identities, friendship, and betrayal from the author of A Splendid Ruin and A Dangerous Education. Hollywood, 1955. As head costume designer for Lux Pictures, Lena Taylor hears startling confessions from the biggest movie stars. She knows how to keep their secrets—after all, none of their scandals can match her own. Lena was once Elsie Gruner, the daughter of an Ohio dressmaker. Her gift for fashion design helped her win a coveted spot at an art academy in Rome. While in Italy, she became enthralled by the charismatic Julia, who drew her into a shadowy world of jazz clubs, code words, and mysterious deliveries. When one of Julia’s intrigues ended in murder, Elsie found herself in the middle of a bewildering sinister international plot. So she ran. After fleeing to LA, Elsie became Lena—but she’s never stopped looking over her shoulder. Now, as her engagement to a screenwriter throws her into the spotlight, she’s terrified her façade won’t hold up. Will she figure out the truth about her past before everything falls apart?"

Megan Chance (Author), Karen Peakes (Narrator)

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I Think I Was Murdered

"'It's a high-octane thriller with the grounding touches of Katrina's Norwegian heritage, the hygge of North Haven, and a very sweet romance between two likable, vulnerable people. Romantic suspense comfort food--just like waffles with cloudberry cream.' --KIRKUS This timely, high-concept novel delves into the impact of AI on a grieving widow who uses a chatbot to 'talk' to her dead husband. What she never expects is the response when she asks it to tell her something she doesn't know: I think I was murdered. Just a year ago, Katrina Berg was at the pinnacle of her career. She was a rising star in the AI chatbot start-up everyone was talking about, married with an adoring husband, and had more money than she knew how to spend. Then her world combusted. Her husband, Jason, was killed in a fiery car crash. Her CEO was indicted, and, as the company's legal counsel, Katrina faces tough questions as the Feds take over and lock her out of her office. The final blow is the passing of her beloved grandmother. Her most prized possession is the beta prototype for a new, ultra-sophisticated chatbot loaded onto her phone. The contents of Jason's email, social media backups, pictures, and every bit of data she could find were loaded into the bot, and Katrina has 'talked' to him every day for the past six months. She has been amazed at how well it works. Even the syntax and words the bot uses sound like Jason. Sometimes, she imagines he isn't really dead and is right there beside her. She knows it's slowing her grief recovery, but she can't stop pretending. On a particularly bad day, she taps out: Tell me something I don't know. The cursor blinks for several moments and seems frozen before the reply flashes quickly onto the screen: I think I was murdered. Distraught, Katrina returns to her cozy Norwegian-flavored hometown in the Northern California redwoods and enlists the help of Seb Wallace, local restaurateur and longtime acquaintance, to try to parse out the truth of what really happened. They must navigate the complicated paths of grief, family dynamics, and second chances, as well as the complex questions of how much control technology has. And staying alive long enough to do that is far more difficult than either of them dreamed. Bestselling authors Coble and Acker deftly combine a high-concept plot with gripping intrigue and sweet romance. Reading one of their novels feels akin to watching a BBC mystery series: by the end of the first scene you can relax, knowing you're in the capable hands of a story that will have a complex puzzle, character-driven plot, and a satisfying reveal. Looking for more from these authors? Don't miss their Tupelo Grove series: Book #1 What We Hide, Book #2 Where Secrets Lie, and Book #3 When Justice Comes."

Colleen Coble, Rick Acker (Author), Karen Peakes (Narrator)

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What We Hide: A romantic suspense where love, lies, and legacy collide

"'A heart-pounding tale of stolen artifacts and murder . . . the second-chance romance adds dimension to the well-plotted whodunit, which leaves more than a few secrets to be uncovered in the next installment. Readers will be on tenterhooks.' --Publishers Weekly For Savannah and Hez, a crumbling university, stolen artifacts, deep family secrets, and deadly ambitions all stand in the way of a second chance at happiness. Savannah Webster is trying to find her way forward. She and her husband, Hez, have been separated since tragedy tore them apart and he began numbing his grief and guilt with alcohol. She returned to Tupelo Grove University, which her family helped found over a century ago, to teach history. When Hez turns up in her classroom asking for a second chance, she rejects the idea immediately. But twenty-four hours later she's under suspicion for murder, and since Hez is the best attorney she knows, she reluctantly asks him for help. They suspect the murder is tied to someone selling off the university's pre-Columbian artifacts, but the secrets go much deeper than they realize. The only hope they've got is each other, and they're going to have to put their past behind them if they're going to stay alive long enough to uncover all that's hidden. Colleen Coble and Rick Acker's What We Hide is gripping suspense with closed-door, second-chance romance. They've 'forged a seamless partnership with a singular voice' (Charles Martin), 'where secrets simmer and unexpected twists leave you guessing until the shocking finale' (Kate Angelo). Looking for more from these authors? Don't miss their standalone novel I Think I Was Murdered or continue the Tupelo Grove series with Where Secrets Lie (available now) and When Justice Comes (available March 2026). All their novels include discussion questions that are perfect for book clubs. "

Colleen Coble, Rick Acker (Author), Karen Peakes (Narrator)

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