Emerald City Thriller

He's a master of the human mind. But can he get away with murder? Dr. Eric Leroy hungers for literary fame. Exhausted after years of listening to his rich clients wallowing in their worries, the psychiatrist intends to pursue his true passion of writing murder mysteries. And with his most obnoxious patient in mind, he crafts a killer plot to write exactly what he knows… The nation is shocked when a famous Seattle resident and his wife are found dead in their upscale Madison Park neighborhood. It looks like murder-suicide, but Detective Blake Stephenson isn't convinced. As Stephenson investigates Dr. Leroy, he uncovers a dark past filled with secrets. Meanwhile, the headlines are reeling with a killer on the loose in Seattle. As the death toll rises, Stephenson struggles to find enough evidence to arrest the doctor-before he kills again. Inspired by Murder is the second book in the dark psychological Emerald City Thriller series. If you like gripping cat-and-mouse games, twisted suspense, and pitch-black humor, then you'll love this compelling page-turner by USA Today bestseller Audrey J. Cole.

It was the perfect summer job-until it turned into her worst nightmare. Bridgett is enjoying an idyllic summer as the nanny for Leo, the son of Paul and Emily Cooper-a famous actor and renowned charity founder. Not only is she generously compensated to care for Leo at the couple's Seattle waterfront estate, she develops a special bond with the little boy. In addition to the financial perks of the job, Bridgett has fallen into a summer love affair with Chris, a landscaper who works at the property. It's the Fourth of July. Leo's parents are holding a major event for their charity at the top of the Space Needle. When a masked intruder breaks into the home and takes Leo hostage, Bridgett will do anything to save the boy's life. She complies with the burglar's demands to retrieve a multi-million-dollar heirloom necklace from the home, yet she quickly discovers that he hasn't come for the necklace at all… Detectives Blake Stephenson and Tess Richards are celebrating the Fourth at the Cooper's charity gala where Tess is being honored for her volunteer work. However, their evening is dampened when Tess's younger brother, Chris, fails to show up for the event. As they leave the event early, hoping to find answers, they learn the security system is down at the Cooper's mansion…and that Chris isn't the only one missing from the party. Get ready for chills and thrills in this Emerald City Thriller Novella!

Still recovering from her brother's murder, Detective Tess Richards transfers out of Homicide…only to find herself in the center of a deadly undercover operation. When a young woman is found dead after a hit-and-run, all evidence points to Everchange, a high-profile self-help organization renowned for attracting rich and famous members. As Tess leaves Homicide to take a job within the Seattle Intelligence Unit, she is quickly sent undercover into the Everchange castle on Whidbey Island. What she finds is not what she expected. Surrounded by celebrities and feel-good teachings, Tess has trouble discerning between truth and deception. Detective Blake Stephenson's investigation of the Everchange hit-and-run uncovers evidence of their cult-like connection to murder and human trafficking. Embedded in the castle, Tess confronts Everchange's leader, Colton Everett, who is not only charming and strikingly attractive, but he and Tess have a history. As Blake links more deaths to the organization, he works to arrange a rescue mission to help Tess escape. While inside, Tess witnesses the death of a member and fights to untangle Everchange's web of lies-before her cover is blown with fatal consequences. "Audrey J. Cole delivers another excellent and highly entertaining story with Fatal Deception. From the very suspenseful beginning, I eagerly awaited getting to the truth while savoring the intrigue on every page. The concept of the powerful and mysterious EverChange community is brilliant and believable." - USA TODAY bestselling author Jenifer Ruff Fatal Deception is Book 5 in the bestselling Emerald City Thriller series. It can be read as a standalone.

From USA Today bestselling author Audrey J. Cole - the first five books in the Emerald City Thriller series. If you haven't discovered the Emerald City Thriller series yet, you're missing out on some fantastic stories! Audrey J Cole delivers satisfying mysteries that draw you in from the first page and keep you riveted until the end." (USA Today bestselling author Jenifer Ruff) The Recipient: Sergeant Wade McKinnon knows who killed Samantha the moment he arrives at her crime scene. Problem is, he watched her killer die a year ago. *A 2020 SOVAS Voice Arts Award Nominee for Best Thriller Voiceover* Inspired by Murder: He's a master of the human mind. But can he get away with murder? The Summer Nanny: A Novella: It was the perfect summer job - until it turned into her worst nightmare. Viable Hostage: Malorie's best friend is missing. But due to her friend's wild past, no one is worried - until another med student's partial remains wash ashore a Seattle beach.... Fatal Deception: Still recovering from her brother's murder, Detective Tess Richards transfers out of Homicide...only to find herself in the center of a deadly undercover operation.