Stolen Hearts on the Sound

<p><em><strong>In a game where love is weaponized trust becomes fatal.</strong></em><br><br>In West Sound where Pacific Northwest charm meets small-town secrets middle school teacher MJ Brooks runs a digital literacy program connecting students with seniors. When she suspects an adult student is falling victim to an online romance scam her intervention reveals a much more dangerous scheme.<br><br>A retired detective's sudden death initially deemed natural takes a sinister turn when Detective Hughes discovers unexpected connections to MJ's student. The discovery of a body at Shopside Docks-linked to the deceased detective-suggests something far more malevolent is unfolding.<br><br>As MJ and Jefferson investigate their own unresolved romantic tension heightens the stakes of an already treacherous investigation. With a killer monitoring their movements and a vulnerable woman's life savings at risk time is running out. A chilling threat to MJ reveals the shadow actor's ruthless determination to protect their deadly operation.<br><br>As a Christmas snowstorm descends and West Sound prepares for its biggest holiday charity event MJ and Jefferson must unravel a complex web of digital deception toxic greed and murder. Their growing feelings for each other might be their ultimate vulnerability-or their greatest strength.<br><br>Stolen Hearts on the Sound Book 3 in the On the Sound series blends modern crime and small-town dynamics in a gripping tale where matters of the heart prove both dangerous and redemptive. Perfect for fans of Nora Roberts' romantic suspense and Louise Penny's atmospheric mysteries.<br> </p><p> </p><p><br> </p>