Beneath What We Hide.

<p><strong>Beneath What We Hide</strong><br><em>The Fractured Hearts Trilogy - Book Two</em><br>By Julian Cross</p><p>When investigative journalist <strong>Lena Vance</strong> returns to the haunting seaside town of <strong>Edenbrook</strong> she expects closure-but what she finds is danger deception and desire. Assigned to write an exposé on local corruption Lena crosses paths with <strong>Caleb Rowan</strong> the quiet stoic contractor rebuilding her late father's home. Their attraction is undeniable yet Caleb harbors secrets that could destroy everything Lena believes about love loyalty and the truth.</p><p>As Lena digs deeper she uncovers a tangled web of lies linking her father's mysterious death to Edenbrook's darkest corners. Every discovery brings the risk of betrayal and every stolen glance between her and Caleb ignites a dangerous slow-burning romance. In a town that remembers everything the stakes are higher than ever: will Lena protect the man she loves or expose the truth at a devastating cost?</p><p><strong>Beneath What We Hide</strong> is a gripping <strong>romantic suspense novel</strong> blending psychological drama emotional healing and a slow-burn <strong>dual POV romance</strong> that will leave readers breathless. Perfect for fans of <strong>Colleen Hoover Tarryn Fisher and Renee Carlino</strong> this contemporary romance explores <strong>small-town secrets moral complexity redemption and the haunting power of love</strong>.</p><p>Dark passionate and suspenseful Julian Cross delivers a story of love and betrayal where the <strong>truth doesn't set you free-it sets you on fire</strong>.</p>