Silent Obsession: The Hidden Truth, #1

By Morgan B. Blake

In the quiet town of Clearwater, secrets are meant to stay hidden. Detective Sarah Lawson, pulled from her much-needed vacation, is thrust into a chilling murder investigation that unearths the darkest obsessions of those around her. Emily Harper, a beloved teacher, is found dead, leaving behind a cryptic journal filled with fears and a shadowy figure lurking in the background.

 

As Sarah delves deeper, she uncovers a twisted web of love, obsession, and betrayal. Each clue brings her closer to a truth more horrifying than she could have imagined. With the clock ticking and the town's secrets unraveling, Sarah must confront her own demons to solve the case and bring justice to a woman whose life was marked by silent torment.

 

"Silent Obsession" is a gripping thriller that explores the thin line between love and obsession, revealing how far some will go to keep their secrets buried. With heart-pounding suspense and a relentless quest for the truth, this novel will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.

• Language: English
• Publisher: AUMANGEA GROUP LIMITED
• Release date: Jun 16, 2024
• ISBN: 9798227901569

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The morning fog hung low over the sleepy town of Clearwater, shrouding its quaint houses and tree-lined streets in a blanket of eerie stillness. Detective Sarah Lawson drove through the deserted roads, her mind racing with thoughts about the case that had abruptly pulled her from her short-lived vacation. The call had come in just after dawn, a murder in a town that hadn’t seen violence in decades.

Sarah, in her mid-thirties, had a determined look that was both softened and accentuated by the slight frown lines on her forehead. Her dark hair was pulled back into a no-nonsense ponytail, a few rebellious strands escaping to frame her face. Her sharp green eyes, often described as her most striking feature, scanned the fog-laden streets with an intensity that spoke of her dedication to her work. Despite the early hour, she was already dressed in her usual work attire: a crisp white shirt, dark slacks, and a well-worn leather jacket that had seen her through countless investigations.

The weight of the badge pinned to her belt felt heavier this morning. Sarah had joined the Clearwater Police Department five years ago, hoping for a quieter life after the chaos of working in a big city. She had seen her share of darkness, and the move to Clearwater was supposed to be a fresh start, a chance to heal from the traumas of her past cases. But the tranquility she had sought seemed elusive; her job was never truly free from the shadows she had hoped to leave behind.

Sarah’s thoughts drifted back to her vacation. It had been a