Shadows of Lighthouse Point
(2024)(The second book in the Chasing Shadows Mystery Romance series)
A Novella by Everlee Whitman
It was weird, but then he told me that he loved me more than anything in the world, and if he couldn’t be with me, he needed me to always remember that.
The serene life Willow Braxton has carved out begins to unravel with a series of unsettling events, starting with a shocking encounter with Deputy Conroy and his parents that thrusts her deeper into a world she's been trying to escape. As they find themselves entangled in the mysterious disappearance of Elise Gratz's husband, Willow's past as Susan Hampton and her skills as a detective become increasingly difficult to hide, especially from Conroy, who is drawn to her for reasons beyond their budding romance.
From clandestine conversations that reveal more than intended to following leads that only raise more questions, Willow and Conroy navigate through a maze of deceit and hidden truths. Conroy's innocent invitation and his unwitting probe into Willow's guarded life bring them closer yet highlight the chasm of secrets between them. Meanwhile, Willow's chance encounter with Miranda, the missing man's daughter, opens a Pandora's box that ties their fates together in unexpected ways.
As the investigation deepens, revealing layers of a life Willow thought she had left behind, she is forced to confront her fears and the looming threat of her true identity being uncovered. The discovery of a hidden safe, cryptic messages, and the sudden appearance of federal agents all converge in Seabrook Cove, bringing the quiet town to the brink of a revelation that could shatter the fragile peace Willow has found.
Torn between her growing affection for Conroy, her duty to protect herself and those inadvertently caught in her past's web, and the divine guidance she seeks in her moments of doubt, Willow stands at a crossroads. With Conroy's unwavering support and a mysterious offer that promises a semblance of safety, Willow must make a choice that could alter the course of her life and those around her.
Set against the backdrop of a town where everyone has something to hide, "Shadows of Lighthouse Point" is a tale of love, faith, and the lengths one will go to protect the semblance of normalcy they've built. As Willow and Conroy peel back the layers of a decade-spanning mystery, they learn that the path to redemption and the future they yearn for is fraught with challenges, but also filled with the promise of a new beginning. Inspired by Matthew 5:14-16, this story weaves suspense with the transformative power of faith and the enduring strength of love.
Genre: Inspirational
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