A former government agent is drawn back into the world of covert ops for a very unconventional mission in a thrilling, new, an action-packed novel from the beloved #1 New York Times bestselling author Fern Michaels. For Melanie Drake, school guidance counselor in a small Virginia town, the day’s challenges typically involve a playground scuffle or a student skipping school—worlds away from her former life in the Office of Special Investigations, where she devoted herself heart and soul to covert operations, the riskier the better. Since leaving, Melanie has cherished her peaceful, calm existence, with her two beloved retired service dogs for company.

Then a call comes from her former supervisor, Rich Patterson. He needs her back for a highly specialized assignment. An international group of billionaires is known to meet regularly for decadent dinners, and they always hire high-class escorts for the occasion.

Only the most elegant, well-educated, and sophisticated women will do. Infiltrating those meetings could yield information vital to national security. Melanie’s willing to go undercover to glean every scrap of intel that she can.

But these men aren’t just wealthy and powerful, they’re also exceptionally ruthless. One slip, and they won’t hesitate to eliminate Melanie, by any means necessary . .

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In the heart of an abandoned wilderness where nature reigns supreme, a place forgotten by time, a shocking discovery is about to turn lives upside down. When a routine hike leads to something unexpected, the characters find themselves drawn into a world where their survival instincts must claw to the surface. Suspense hangs thicker than the forest mist as past secrets entangle with present dangers, creating a web only the courageous can navigate.

Readers will find themselves on the edge of their seats, holding their breath as they turn each page in anticipation.

The novel expertly weaves suspense with unexpected twists. Characters face their deepest fears in the unforgiving wilderness. Secrets entangled with danger create a riveting narrative.

Amidst towering trees and hidden paths lies a world full of mystery and intrigue. This suspenseful novel sets its stage in the secluded wild where each broken twig on a deserted trail hints at stories untold. With every step deeper into the woods the characters uncover clues that link past events to present turmoil.

As tension mounts readers are drawn into a narrative tapestry woven with secrets and concealed truths each more revealing than the last. The wilderness both beautiful and menacing becomes a compelling backdrop where fear and courage collide. Those who dare to venture find themselves questioning loyalties and motives.

The plot is layered with unexpected alliances and heart-pounding confrontations that explore the boundaries of trust and betrayal. The narrative's pulse quickens as danger escalates with each chapter leaving readers breathless and captivated. Revelations come to light that change everything the characters know about each other and themselves.

This tale of suspense captures the essence of survival in a world where nature's wild side proves to be both friend and foe. Engaging and thrilling this story is more than a tale of suspense; it's a journey into the human spirit's resilience when pushed to the brink within a realm where the unpredictable runs wild.

The setting itself forms a character adding depth and tension to the narrative as it reflects the unpredictability and rawness of the untamed wilderness The characters undergo transformative journeys challenging their convictions and pushing their perseverance to the limits unveiling layers of determination and vulnerability The narrative's masterful craft lies in intertwining suspense with dynamic character development ensuring readers stay engrossed until the very last page.