Selena Arnold

Some secrets were never meant to stay buried.When award-winning investigative journalist Ava Monroe returns to her hometown of Ashwood Falls to bury the grandmother who raised her, she expects to face grief-not a deadly conspiracy. A mysterious letter reveals a devastating truth: her parents' deaths were no accident. As Ava begins unraveling decades-old lies, she discovers hidden passageways, forgotten journals, powerful families, and a secret society determined to keep the past buried forever.
With the help of Detective Mason Brooks-whose own family has paid the ultimate price for seeking the truth-Ava races against time to expose a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power. Every clue brings her closer to the truth. and closer to becoming the next target. Filled with gripping suspense, unforgettable twists, danger, romance, and courage, Shadows of Deception is a page-turning romantic suspense novel about the price of truth, the strength of love, and the courage to confront the darkness.
Some lies can destroy lives. Some truths can save them. Will Ava uncover the truth before it claims another victim? Genre: Romantic Suspense . Mystery . Crime Thriller . Women's FictionThis description is optimized to attract readers while avoiding major spoilers.