Cold Truth - A Steamy Mafia Revenge Thriller

Simone Leigh

Sinopsis

What Matters More Than Family?
 
Hired gun and hitman Hickman is tough. As tough as it comes. And he values nothing more than his family.
 
His wife.
 
His children.
 
Everything he loves.
 
But he keeps them secret.
 
Hidden.
 
Because Hickman and his secret family have roots in the Past.
 
And he will do anything, risk anything, to protect them.
 
But when the Past returns to threaten the Present, who does he turn to for help?
 
And what will be the consequences?
 
A Steamy Mafia Revenge Thriller
 
Reviews
 
5 Stars: "Talk about a curve ball! This is a book that you will not put down… Thank you Simone. Jade Eyes is still keeping us on our toes!" (ljones3 Bookbub)
 
 "Oh my!!!! WOW." Debi (Beta Reader)
 
5 Stars: "Another thrilling and intriguing story continuing the saga of the triad and their extended family. It’s great to see them back again, and now with some new characters added in. Can’t wait to find out what happens next." Susan (Goodreads)

Disponible desde: 22/05/2023.

Longitud de impresión: 136 páginas.

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