A former cop turned PI investigating a high-profile murder falls for the prime suspect—the same woman who stole her heart as a teen Mafia princess, then disappeared into Boston’s criminal underworld.

When a prominent Providence businessman is found dead in an alley, all evidence points to Chiara Ciccone—daughter of a notorious Boston crime family. But for private investigator Pax Taggart, this case is anything but simple.

Chiara isn’t just another client—she’s the woman who awakened Pax’s heart in their teenage years, before family loyalties tore them apart. Now, with Chiara behind bars for a murder she swears she didn’t commit, Pax must navigate a maze of deadly secrets, corrupt police work, and her own rekindling feelings for a woman who lives in a world she left behind.

As Pax digs deeper, she uncovers a web of jealousy, revenge, and carefully crafted lies. With each prison visit, the spark between her and Chiara grows stronger, threatening to blur the lines between professional duty and personal desire. But in a case where nothing is as it seems, can Pax trust her heart without compromising her investigation?

Time is running out, and Pax must choose: follow the evidence wherever it leads, even if it means losing Chiara forever, or risk everything—including her hard-won reputation—for a second chance at a first love.

This Pax Taggart Mystery is part of The Sapphic Suspense Collection: Nine Romantic Suspense Novels and Novellas

This curated collection brings together nine distinct voices in sapphic romantic suspense. Each book delivers a complete story of passion and peril, featuring protagonists who navigate both danger and desire. Several entries serve as gateways to forthcoming series, offering readers a first glimpse of worlds their creators will soon expand. From gritty city streets to seaside villages harboring secrets, these tales explore the exhilarating intersection of attraction and jeopardy. Each author introduces characters who’ve never appeared in their previous works, ensuring fresh terrain for both longtime fans and new readers.

Currently on Pre-Order. Releases to Kindle and Kindle Unlimited May 1st, 2025.

• Listing ID: 6333
• Author: Hagan, Anne

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