The Water Trilogy Series

Dexter meets Mrs. and Mrs. Smith. They're the perfect match. But neither are they who they say they are... As a woman who feels her clock ticking every single moment of the day, former bad girl Kate Anderson is desperate to reinvent herself. So when she sees a handsome stranger walking toward her, she feels it in her bones, there's no time like the present. He's the one.  Kate vows to do whatever it takes to have what she wants, even if that something is becoming someone else. Now, ten pounds thinner, armed with a new name, and a plan, she's this close to living the perfect life she's created in her mind. But Kate has secrets.  And too bad for her, that handsome stranger has a few of his own. With twists and turns you won't see coming, Water Under The Bridge examines the pressure that many women feel to "have it all" and introduces a protagonist whose hard edges and cutthroat ambition will leave you questioning your judgment and straddling the line between what's right and wrong. Dexter meets Mrs. and Mrs. Smith. They're the perfect match. But neither are they who they say they are... As a woman who feels her clock ticking every single moment of the day, former bad girl Kate Anderson is desperate to reinvent herself. So when she sees a handsome stranger walking toward her, she feels it in her bones, there's no time like the present. He's the one.  Kate vows to do whatever it takes to have what she wants, even if that something is becoming someone else. Now, ten pounds thinner, armed with a new name, and a plan, she's this close to living the perfect life she's created in her mind. But Kate has secrets.  And too bad for her, that handsome stranger has a few of his own. With twists and turns you won't see coming, Water Under The Bridge examines the pressure that many women feel to "have it all" and introduces a protagonist whose hard edges and cutthroat ambition will leave you questioning your judgment and straddling the line between what's right and wrong. Read if you like:  ➜ Serial killer plots ➜ His & Hers POVs ➜ Small romance side plots in thrillers ➜ True-crime feel ➜ Domestic + international settings ➜ Not knowing who to trust ➜ Psychology ➜ Criminal minds ➜ Dark humor What readers are saying about Water Under the Bridge: ★★★★★ "Water Under the Bridge is a phenomenal psychological thriller that will leave you breathless. From page one, the suspense is palpable as you follow the intricate plotline to its shocking conclusion." - Goodreads reviewer   ★★★★★  "With razor-sharp prose and masterful storytelling, this novel is a true masterpiece. The characters are richly drawn and the twists and turns will keep you guessing until the very end." - Goodreads reviewer   ★★★★★ "Water Under the Bridge is a tour de force of the genre. The psychological depth of the characters is astounding, and the plot is so well-crafted that you'll be on the edge of your seat until the final page." - Goodreads reviewer   ★★★★★ "This is one of the most gripping and intense thrillers I've ever read. The writing is brilliant, and the pacing is pitch-perfect. You won't be able to put it down until you've devoured every last word." - Goodreads reviewer   ★★★★★  "Water Under the Bridge is a must-read for anyone who loves a good psychological thriller. The story is dark, twisted, and completely addictive. It will keep you up all night, and you won't be able to stop thinking about it for days." - Goodreads reviewer

Mr. and Mrs. Smith meets Dexter. Jude and Kate are the perfect neighbors with the perfect cover... He's a contract killer. She likes to even the score. Smack dab in the middle of suburbia, few married couples are as competitive as Jude and Kate.  But then, most married couples don't keep score in the form of body counts. Each hell-bent on a silent pact to out-do the other, the games begin.  Who ends up on top is anyone's guess. But with these two, one thing's for sure— not everyone comes out alive.  After all, there are a few things they can agree on: All is fair in love and war. And if they can't make it work—they're dead in the water.   Read if you like:  ➜ Serial killer plots ➜ His & Hers POVs ➜ Small romance side plots in thrillers ➜ True-crime feel ➜ Domestic + international settings ➜ Not knowing who to trust ➜ Psychology ➜ Criminal minds ➜ Dark humor   What readers are saying about Dead in the Water:   ★★★★★ "With twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the very end, Dead in the Water is a thrilling ride that you won't be able to put down. The characters are complex, the plot is intricate, and the writing is top-notch." - Goodreads reviewer   ★★★★★ "If you're a fan of dark and edgy thrillers, then Dead in the Water is the book for you. It's a compelling and addictive read that will have you turning the pages late into the night." - Goodreads reviewer   ★★★★★ "With a fresh and breathtaking insight into the darkest corners of the human psyche, Dead in the Water is a tour de force of psychological suspense. The villains are no-holds-barred, the storytelling is fine, and the mystery and suspense are unrelenting." - Goodreads reviewer   ★★★★★ "Dead in the Water is a compulsive and fun read that will keep you guessing until the very end. It's completely original and complex, with a provocative and scary storyline that will leave you wanting more. Highly recommended for fans of Gillian Flynn and Paula Hawkins!" - Goodreads reviewer   ★★★★★ "From the absolutely terrifying villains to the brilliant storytelling full of mystery and suspense, Dead in the Water packs a powerful punch. It's one of those reads that you simply can't put down and won't forget anytime soon."  - Goodreads reviewer

Dexter meets Mrs. and Mrs. Smith. They're the perfect neighbors, the perfect parents, the perfect couple. If it weren't for that one thing... "I've been studying her for weeks. I know how she takes her coffee, the color she prefers on her nails, the way her mouth moves when she sleeps. I don't know what she looks like when she's happy. But I will."    When Cheryl Steinbeck-Edwards makes the decision to get in a car with a potential contractor, meticulous hitman Jude Riley and his lovely wife Kate, it appears to be the perfect partnership. Turns out, nothing is perfect, and getting in that car was a poor choice, to say the least.   When Kate decides not to kill the woman, as she and her husband agreed, a series of events, some might even call it karma, conspire to turn their worst fears into reality.    Read if you like:  ➜ Serial killer plots ➜ His & Hers POVs ➜ Small romance side plots in thrillers ➜ True-crime feel ➜ Domestic + international settings ➜ Not knowing who to trust ➜ Psychology ➜ Criminal minds ➜ Dark humor     What readers are saying about Come Hell or High Water:    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "Come Hell or High Water is one heck of a psychological thriller. Every page left me breathless, hooked on the brilliant plot and complex characters that seemed to come to life before my eyes." - Goodreads reviewer   ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "This is the kind of dark, edgy, and compelling storytelling that will keep you up all night. The twists and turns of the plot are nothing short of genius, and the characters are hauntingly real." - Goodreads reviewer   ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "From the first page, I was completely engrossed in this utterly original and masterfully crafted story. The writing is flawless, and the suspense ramps up until the shocking and satisfying conclusion." - Goodreads reviewer   ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "Come Hell or High Water is a gripping psychological thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The author's writing style is reminiscent of Tarantino's, just as promised in the background context. From the first page to the last, the tension builds and never lets up, leaving readers breathless with anticipation. The characters are complex and well-developed, and the plot is completely original, keeping readers guessing until the very end." - Goodreads reviewer   ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "This is a must-read for fans of Gillian Flynn and Paula Hawkins, as the author's storytelling is just as provocative and scary. Come Hell or High Water is a dark and edgy page-turner that is everything a good thriller should be. The suspense is cleverly crafted, with unexpected twists and turns that will leave you gasping. I devoured this novel in a single sitting, completely enthralled by the storyline." - Goodreads reviewer

In the tradition of Gone Girl and Behind Closed Doors comes a gripping, twisting, furiously clever read that demands your attention, and keeps you guessing until the very end. For fans of the anti-heroine and stories told in unorthodox ways, Water Under The Bridge delivers us the perfect dark and provocative villain.  Water Under The Bridge (Book One)  As a woman who feels her clock ticking every single moment of the day, former bad girl Kate Anderson is desperate to reinvent herself. So when she sees a handsome stranger walking toward her, she feels it in her bones, there's no time like the present. He's the one.  Kate vows to do whatever it takes to have what she wants, even if that something is becoming someone else. Now, ten pounds thinner, armed with a new name, and a plan, she's this close to living the perfect life she's created in her mind. But Kate has secrets.  And too bad for her, that handsome stranger has a few of his own. With twists and turns you won't see coming, Water Under The Bridge examines the pressure that many women feel to "have it all" and introduces a protagonist whose hard edges and cutthroat ambition will leave you questioning your judgment and straddling the line between what's right and wrong. Dead In The Water (Book Two)   The perfect neighbors? Or the perfect cover? He's a contract killer. She likes to even the score. Smack dab in the middle of suburbia, few married couples are as competitive as Jude and Kate.  But then, most married couples don't keep score in the form of body counts. Each hell-bent on a silent pact to out-do the other, the games begin.  Who ends up on top is anyone's guess. But with these two, one thing's for sure-- not everyone comes out alive.  After all, there are a few things they can agree on: All is fair in love and war. And if they can't make it work-- they're dead in the water. Come Hell or High Water (Book Three)   "I've been studying her for weeks. I know how she takes her coffee, the color she prefers on her nails, the way her mouth moves when she sleeps. I don't know what she looks like when she's happy. But I will."    When Cheryl Steinbeck-Edwards makes the decision to get in a car with a potential contractor, meticulous hitman Jude Riley and his lovely wife Kate, it appears to be the perfect partnership. Turns out, nothing is perfect, and getting in that car was a poor choice, to say the least.   When Kate decides not to kill the woman, as she and her husband agreed, a series of events, some might even call it karma, conspire to turn their worst fears into reality.   What readers are saying about Water Under the Bridge: ★★★★★ "Water Under the Bridge is a phenomenal psychological thriller that will leave you breathless. From page one, the suspense is palpable as you follow the intricate plotline to its shocking conclusion." - Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★  "With razor-sharp prose and masterful storytelling, this novel is a true masterpiece. The characters are richly drawn and the twists and turns will keep you guessing until the very end." - Goodreads reviewer ★★★★★ "Water Under the Bridge is a tour de force of the genre. The psychological depth of the characters is astounding, and the plot is so well-crafted that you'll be on the edge of your seat until the final page." - Goodreads reviewer