In a new series from Wall Street Journal bestselling author Melinda Leigh, former prosecutor Morgan Dane faces the most personal – and deadly – case of her lifetime.
After the devastating loss of her husband in Iraq, Morgan Dane returns to Scarlet Falls, seeking the comfort of her hometown. Now, surrounded by family, she’s finally found peace and a promising career opportunity – until her babysitter is killed and her neighbor asks her to defend his son, Nick, who stands accused of the murder.
Tessa was the ultimate girl next door, and the community is outraged by her death. But Morgan has known Nick for years and can’t believe he’s guilty, despite the damning evidence stacked against him. She asks her friend Lance Kruger, an ex-cop turned private eye, for help. Taking on the town, the police, and a zealous DA, Morgan and Lance plunge into the investigation, determined to find the real killer. But as they uncover secrets that rock the community, they become targets for the madman hiding in plain sight.
This is the first book in a new series for Melinda and it is a great start! The book will grab your attention right … Morgan Dane has returned to her home town of Scarlet Falls with her 3 daughters after her husband is killed in Iraq. When her former babysitter is brutally murdered a neighbor teen is arrested. The teen is known to Morgan’s family and she can’t believe he is guilty. She agrees to defend him against the charges. She asks her friend, ex cop and now private eye, Lance Kruger to help her investigate the case.Â
Great Start! A new series from Melinda Leigh and one of her best books. A story of recovery and perseverance. Morgan Dane has returned home to Scarlett Falls with her daughters after the death of her husband. After taking time to be with her children she decides it’s time to get out of the house and rebuild her life. All does not go as she planned and that makes for a great book. I couldn’t put it down and can’t wait for the next one!!
Morgan Dane – Lance Kruger Book One I just now finished “Say You’re Sorry.” This book kept me awake as I couldn’t put it down.Â