A corrupt D.A.'s office.
A powerful drug and human trafficking cartel.
Sun-soaked beaches stretching from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas.
This is the backdrop for a gripping romantic mystery filled with suspense, adventure and a touch of spice.
Amy Stevens' fifth birthday celebration south of Tijuana ends in tragedy when her father and sister vanish without a trace. Her mother, suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, is institutionalized leaving Amy to grow up alone haunted by guilt and relentless nightmares.
Years later, Amy sets out to put an end to her nightmares and finally find closure from her haunted past. I invite you to follow Amy as she is pulled into a web of corruption involving a powerful drug cartel, a venal D.A. office and finds a family she never knew existed all while deciding whether her love for Bryan is strong enough to withstand Raul's advances.
Book 2 in the series coming Fall 2026.
Thank you for your support of all authors’ rights everywhere. Writing this novel has been an incredible journey. Hopefully, you’ll enjoy my novel and tell your friends about it! Two more books are in progress in this romantic mystery series, featuring suspense, adventure, and a little spice. To my wife, Ingrid—my biggest fan—thank you for encouraging me to keep writing. I appreciate all your support!
a fictional character loosely based on a friend I met shortly after graduating nursing school.
a fictional character I created to complement Amy’s character.
are fictional characters loosely based on an amazing woman and her life partner Sandy. Donna was my mentor, friend, and calming voice during my early years as a nurse, helping me become successful in my career.
a fictional character loosely based on a friend from many years ago.
a fictional character I created to complement Peter Stearns’ character.
a fictional character loosely based on an old co-worker who became involved in drugs, gambling and eventually lost his license and family. Unfortunately, he was found murdered over his drugs and gambling debts.
is a fictional character loosely based on a Detective I knew many years ago.
is a combination of several guys I knew over the years and their endless pursuit of a good time.
is a colleague I worked with several years ago in the hospital. She grew restless and left for California to rediscover herself. Her Martial Arts training along with the ability to demand control in unique situations opened a whole new world of opportunities for her. She's currently pursuing a paralegal degree and is not shy about sharing some rather captivating stories.
live in Cabo and are friends for life. As I mentioned in the book, what happens to Amy and Bryan on a beach between Cabo and Todos Santos happened to me and Ingrid on one of our trips to Cabo. We are blessed that Jorge and Rosie were kind enough to stop and help us. Jorge is a manager at Nick-San Sushi restaurant near the marina.
Stop by and enjoy the finest Sushi in Cabo!
All but one place mentioned in my novel exist, from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas to Phoenix Az. Let me know if you figure it out?
Other than taking care of a few inmates from local prisons while I worked in the hospital, I have no connection with Mexican drug cartels!
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