Alexis Parker Series by G.K. Parks

Art thieves...An international crime syndicate...And mortal peril...A year ago, Alexis Parker turned her back on everything she knew. Walking away from the Office of International Operations proved to be both the easiest and hardest thing she had ever done. However, her newfound life in the private sector is turning out to be anything but the cushy desk job she imagined. Now ghosts from her past have come to haunt her... moreArt thieves...An international crime syndicate...And mortal peril...A year ago, Alexis Parker turned her back on everything she knew. Walking away from the Office of International Operations proved to be both the easiest and hardest thing she had ever done. However, her newfound life in the private sector is turning out to be anything but the cushy desk job she imagined. Now ghosts from her past have come to haunt her. Running into a former acquaintance while retrieving a painting in Paris sends Alex spiraling back to the life she hoped to leave behind. Buried traumas from her last mission at the OIO are unearthed when similarities force the present to collide with the past. Those she believed to be friends quickly become enemies, and enemies soon become allies. It's a minefield of uncertainty that can have deadly consequences if she places her trust in the wrong person.Meanwhile, the dynamic is shifting between her and James Martin, the man she had once been hired to protect. The two are standing on an emotional precipice, teetering on the edge of will they or won't they. It will all reach a crescendo as blood is spilled and sacrifices are made. Survival isn't always a guarantee but merely a whimsical dalliance. less

Brains, beauty, and a past plagued with death and destruction, Alexis Parker is anything but ordinary. Her deductive skills and expert marksmanship make her deadly, but she must contend with her demons in order to overcome the irreparable damage she's endured.Ever since meeting James Martin, Alex's life has never been the same... moreBrains, beauty, and a past plagued with death and destruction, Alexis Parker is anything but ordinary. Her deductive skills and expert marksmanship make her deadly, but she must contend with her demons in order to overcome the irreparable damage she's endured.Ever since meeting James Martin, Alex's life has never been the same. The former federal agent turned private investigator has faced off against mercenaries, deranged crime lords, and art smugglers, and that's just what's happened since taking a job in the private sector. After the most recent brush with death, Alex is reconsidering her work as a private security consultant, but the universe has other plans.Martin has been arrested for the murder of supermodel Caterina Skolnick. The body was found on his yacht, and he was the only person onboard. Now Alex is once again rehired by her former boss to clear his name and identify the assailant. Her stellar reputation and Martin's affluence, coupled with the threat of a lawsuit, force the police department to enlist her help in resolving this matter. Furthermore, she's a size two, and they need her to infiltrate the salacious world of modeling, armed only with sarcasm and stilettos.Her worlds collide when her corporate gig at Martin Technologies, her consulting position with the local PD, and her almost relationship with Martin blend together in a maelstrom of drugs, sex, and security overhauls. What's a girl to do when the boundaries between her private life and her work life no longer exist? less

In a single moment, Alexis Parker is transformed from private investigator to cold-blooded killer. With a bullet lodged in her side and a corrupt cop determined to silence her, she’s forced to do the one thing she never imagined – she must run. But running only makes her look guiltier.When she signed on to safeguard her client’s nightclub from thieves, she never thought that twelve hours later she would be wanted for murder... moreIn a single moment, Alexis Parker is transformed from private investigator to cold-blooded killer. With a bullet lodged in her side and a corrupt cop determined to silence her, she’s forced to do the one thing she never imagined – she must run. But running only makes her look guiltier.When she signed on to safeguard her client’s nightclub from thieves, she never thought that twelve hours later she would be wanted for murder. Wounded and scared, she has to use all of her resources to evade capture. She even allies herself with criminals – the types of people she spent years arresting. But that was a lifetime ago, when she was a federal agent and everything was much more black and white. Now, she’ll take all the help she can get, regardless of where it comes from.Alexis is almost out of time and leads. No one can corroborate her story, and the only proof of her innocence is the bullet she carved out of her flesh. As the infection worsens, she considers giving up because if the police don’t kill her, the fever will. Fortuitously, she encounters a man who promises to make her problems go away. He has evidence that can exonerate her, except it comes at price. Helping him could cost her everything, but reluctantly, she agrees. However, he takes advantage of her desperation, and the bodies soon pile up. When she attempts to defy him, he threatens her lover. Now she’ll do anything to get her old life back. With no where else to turn, she seeks assistance from her former colleagues, and they devise a plan for her salvation – become bait. If it works, life will return to normal, and if it doesn’t, police corruption will be the least of her worries. less

No matter how far or fast I run, some things are inescapable. My past is one of them. After everything that happened, I thought I was done. Then Nick called, and all hell broke loose.Alexis Parker has been a lot of things, from a federal agent to a corporate security analyst. After finally admitting that working with law enforcement would lead to an untimely death, she hung up her holster, but corporate work is tedious and mind-numbingly boring... moreNo matter how far or fast I run, some things are inescapable. My past is one of them. After everything that happened, I thought I was done. Then Nick called, and all hell broke loose.Alexis Parker has been a lot of things, from a federal agent to a corporate security analyst. After finally admitting that working with law enforcement would lead to an untimely death, she hung up her holster, but corporate work is tedious and mind-numbingly boring. The federal agent instinct is just too deeply ingrained, and now it's her only possible saving grace.While away at a business conference, Alex receives word that Detective Nick O'Connell was shot and his niece was kidnapped. Racing back to the life she thought she escaped, Alex finds herself tossed into a sea of vigilante justice. Since the police department is unaware of the current circumstances and time is running out, the rules of the game have dramatically changed. The kidnappers demand two million dollars and expect payment in forty-eight hours. Clearly, that's not an option, and Alex is forced to creatively color outside the lines.As she investigates, she discovers that three seven year olds were abducted, but only one of the girls has been returned safely. Forced to work with a questionable ex-SAS operative whose business card now reads K&R specialist, Alex must fight off her own demons and come to terms with who she is and exactly what she's capable of doing. There are no holds barred when it comes to rescuing innocent children, but after some lines are crossed, the damage can never be undone.It's a race against time to locate the girls, identify their captors, and stop the people responsible. Sometimes having a few inner demons isn't a bad thing. less

Fast cars, a little grand theft auto, and blending in with the wrong kind of crowd, it's just another day in the life for private investigator Alexis Parker. A dozen cars have been stolen, and Alex is hired by a high-end firm to identify the thieves and put an end to the spree. Just when Alex is moments away from busting the car thieves, one of the stolen vehicles is found at the scene of a double homicide.The deeper Alex digs, the more complicated the case becomes... moreFast cars, a little grand theft auto, and blending in with the wrong kind of crowd, it's just another day in the life for private investigator Alexis Parker. A dozen cars have been stolen, and Alex is hired by a high-end firm to identify the thieves and put an end to the spree. Just when Alex is moments away from busting the car thieves, one of the stolen vehicles is found at the scene of a double homicide.The deeper Alex digs, the more complicated the case becomes. Instead of just a few GTAs, there is a killer for hire on the loose, and a cop from her past ends up in his crosshairs. Alexis Parker must hunt the hunter. He's eluded Interpol and the European authorities. Now he's here. His identity is unknown. His contracted targets are unidentifiable, and his method for killing is gruesome, dehydrating and then drowning his victims so their remains resemble human soup. The only name they have for him is the Camel. It's a battle of wits that requires Alex to be at the top of her game if she hopes to survive. less

Alexis Parker prides herself on being a competent investigator, but when she's fired from her current job as a security consultant at a prestigious hotel, she never expects to be rehired after a body is found hanging on the premises.Forced to face her failures, Alex is pulled out of the emotional limbo when a single homicide turns into a financial conspiracy of million dollar proportions... moreAlexis Parker prides herself on being a competent investigator, but when she's fired from her current job as a security consultant at a prestigious hotel, she never expects to be rehired after a body is found hanging on the premises.Forced to face her failures, Alex is pulled out of the emotional limbo when a single homicide turns into a financial conspiracy of million dollar proportions. With the stakes this high, it's difficult to trust anyone, including her own client and the authorities, since most people can be bought for the right price.After convincing Mark Jablonsky, her former mentor, to spend his vacation assisting on the investigation, the case becomes even more convoluted. And no matter how plausible their theories and suspects are, the one thing they continue to lack is evidence.As the FBI and PD wage a battle over jurisdiction that further complicates matters, Alex is forced to act in order to stop the situation from escalating further. And this time, her irreverent attitude and no holds barred tactics might lead to incarceration or worse. But even that won't stop her from following her federal agent instincts, even if she no longer possesses a badge. less

Welcome back, former federal agent Alexis Parker.Alex always said it'd be a cold day in hell before she'd step foot inside the OIO again, and the blizzard conditions outside prove her declaration true. But clipping on the badge doesn't mean taking a seat behind a desk or investigating a crime scene. It means infiltrating a local drug ring led by the city's most ruthless gang, the KXDs... moreWelcome back, former federal agent Alexis Parker.Alex always said it'd be a cold day in hell before she'd step foot inside the OIO again, and the blizzard conditions outside prove her declaration true. But clipping on the badge doesn't mean taking a seat behind a desk or investigating a crime scene. It means infiltrating a local drug ring led by the city's most ruthless gang, the KXDs. Alex's main goal is to determine the international source of the drugs, but as usual, nothing can ever be that simple. While working undercover as a junkie stripper, Alex has to defend herself against gangbangers and perverts while convincing Steele, a KXD lieutenant, that she's just a girl willing to do anything to feed her addiction. Steele's demands start out simple, requiring Alex to use her position at the club to pass along product, but soon he wants her to branch out. The situation goes from bad to worse when she hears whispers that a gang war is brewing, and getting in deep enough to uncover the evidence might mean not being able to get out alive. less

Inside the federal courthouse, a single gunshot punches a hole through the window, leaving two bodies in its wake. One of the victims is an Assistant United States Attorney. The other is juror number five. Due to the nature of the crime, the OIO is assigned to evaluate the security measures implemented by the U.S. Marshal Service... moreInside the federal courthouse, a single gunshot punches a hole through the window, leaving two bodies in its wake. One of the victims is an Assistant United States Attorney. The other is juror number five. Due to the nature of the crime, the OIO is assigned to evaluate the security measures implemented by the U.S. Marshal Service.Special Agent Alexis Parker has only been back on the job for three months when she's tasked to investigate the double homicide, but identifying the killer won't be easy since the evidence leads to nothing but dead ends. Relying on her instincts, despite her colleagues' protests, Alex digs deeper, determined to prove that they've been focused on the wrong target all along.Meanwhile, Alex receives a call from attorney Jack Fletcher. He needs to hire a private investigator, and since she has a soft spot for this particular lawyer, she agrees to help. Moonlighting is frowned upon by the federal government, but Alex has never been a stickler for the rules. However, juggling her side business with her government job would be easier without Agent Lucca poking around, determined to discover the truth behind Alex's resignation and reinstatement.Forced to re-evaluate her priorities, she must determine if the U.S. Marshal Service was at fault, figure out who murdered the AUSA, manage to remain sane while juggling a job as a federal agent, a private sector position as a P.I., and a personal life, not to mention remembering to duck and cover when things take a turn for the worst. less

Waking up alone, scared, and hurt with no recollection of the last twelve hours could be a sick joke, but this is far worse than some twisted prank. Federal agent Alexis Parker can’t remember where she was or how she ended up unconscious outside a parking garage. The evidence found on her body is inconclusive... moreWaking up alone, scared, and hurt with no recollection of the last twelve hours could be a sick joke, but this is far worse than some twisted prank. Federal agent Alexis Parker can’t remember where she was or how she ended up unconscious outside a parking garage. The evidence found on her body is inconclusive. Was it an accident, or did she pass out drunk after a night of partying? The briefest flashes from her memory and the sudden uneasiness when in close proximity to others are the only indications that something sinister is brewing, but her colleagues won’t listen.Just as Alex starts to doubt her conviction that this wasn’t an accident, she experiences an intensely vivid dream. Maybe there’s a reason she can’t remember those twelve hours. Maybe she needs to forget what happened. Afraid of what she knows and even more terrified of what she doesn’t, Alex embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind those missing hours, and may the consequences be damned.Retracing her steps, Alex becomes embroiled in the most dangerous investigation of her career. The stakes have never been this high or the fear this overwhelming. While she struggles to carry out her duties and uphold the oath she took when she joined the Office of International Operations, she can’t deny that taking the easy way out has never held more appeal, especially when failure certainly means death.The tenth installment of the series revitalizes the very essence of Alexis Parker and demonstrates precisely what makes her tick, promising plenty of action, suspense, and intrigue along the way. less

It’s open season on federal agents, and Alexis Parker is the primary target.What happens when allies can't be trusted? Federal agent Alexis Parker is about to find out. After taking some personal time, Alex is back at work and embroiled in an investigation to uncover a traitor inside the Office of International Operations. Her partner, Eddie Lucca, was assigned to flush out the mole, but this is bigger than just one agent, and he needs Alex’s help... moreIt’s open season on federal agents, and Alexis Parker is the primary target.What happens when allies can't be trusted? Federal agent Alexis Parker is about to find out. After taking some personal time, Alex is back at work and embroiled in an investigation to uncover a traitor inside the Office of International Operations. Her partner, Eddie Lucca, was assigned to flush out the mole, but this is bigger than just one agent, and he needs Alex’s help. Unfortunately, other cases keep getting in the way of their mission.While being tasked with arresting an identity thief, Alex and Lucca take fire. This isn’t the first time that federal agents have been targeted, but this is their second close call in eight days. It’s clear someone wants Alexis Parker dead and is willing to pay substantially to see it happen. Now the OIO and the local police are in a race to identify the source of the threat and find the evidence needed to bring the party responsible to justice.As usual, nothing is ever simple. The possibilities are endless. With cold cases turning hot and past enemies coming out of the woodwork, it’s nearly impossible to identify the source of the threat. Even alleged allies pose a substantial risk when one of Alex’s own colleagues is a duplicitous traitor. Lines have been drawn, but the only way to survive may be to cross them. less

With the shake-up at the OIO, Alexis Parker is assigned to assist the DEA on a long-term undercover operation across the country. Being away from home might be just what Alex needs to regain some perspective, especially when Martin's been so distant lately. But this assignment might be more than either of them bargained for since the death toll continues to rise while hard evidence remains zilch... moreWith the shake-up at the OIO, Alexis Parker is assigned to assist the DEA on a long-term undercover operation across the country. Being away from home might be just what Alex needs to regain some perspective, especially when Martin's been so distant lately. But this assignment might be more than either of them bargained for since the death toll continues to rise while hard evidence remains zilch. After being transplanted across the country and given a cover identity that makes Alex appear to be more of a loner than she actually is, she is recruited by a nearby cult leader. He has a history with drugs and has been accused of sexual abuse, so being forced to live at the commune isn't exactly a walk in the park. Luckily, Alex's DEA counterpart, Agent Jackson Decker, is a seasoned undercover operative more than willing to watch her back, even if she questions his ability to conduct a proper investigation. After all, Decker's been under for eight months with hardly any evidence to show for it. However, the growing number of former cult members turning into dead drug mules indicates that something sinister is brewing. Parker and Decker need to find enough proof to shut down the cult, put an end to the drug trafficking, and make sure the self-proclaimed religious leader pays for his sins. It's another hell of a case. less

Federal agent Alexis Parker is on a quest to find the truth... When a bomb goes off in the middle of the night, no one hears the blast except an anonymous tipster. The office building is empty, but the rooms are locked up tight. Even the police and fire department are unable to bypass the advanced security systems... moreFederal agent Alexis Parker is on a quest to find the truth... When a bomb goes off in the middle of the night, no one hears the blast except an anonymous tipster. The office building is empty, but the rooms are locked up tight. Even the police and fire department are unable to bypass the advanced security systems. What goes on inside this building? Why was it targeted? The company is a front for something, and based on their abrupt disappearance and the professional clean-up job, Agent Alexis Parker is positive it's a government cover-up. While pursuing a lead, she crosses paths with some covert government agents whose only mission is to protect the secrets held within the bombed building, even if that means sabotaging the FBI's investigation. The stakes get even higher when evidence points to an anarchist hacker group being responsible for the IED. The CIA turned one of the hackers, and now the anarchist group might be seeking revenge. The only thing Alex can do is lead a manhunt to find the bomber and the rogue hacker before another detonation rocks the city and she ends up caught in the crossfire. Will she be able to stop the chaos and carnage that accompany total anarchy? less

Five years ago, a teenage girl vanished. After a thorough police investigation, the case went cold. Her parents spent the next few years hiring private investigators to search for their daughter, but they've had no luck until now. When Alexis Parker, the newest detective at Cross Investigation, starts poking around, the cold case suddenly turns hot... moreFive years ago, a teenage girl vanished. After a thorough police investigation, the case went cold. Her parents spent the next few years hiring private investigators to search for their daughter, but they've had no luck until now. When Alexis Parker, the newest detective at Cross Investigation, starts poking around, the cold case suddenly turns hot. Even though it's been five years, some secrets were meant to stay buried, and the men that buried them will do anything to make sure no one discovers why. Now Alex has to determine if this is an isolated incident or if something far more sinister is at play. less

Hollywood - the glitz, the glamour, and a threatening stalker. Is it all just part of the limelight? Working in the private sector has its perks, but boring cases isn't one of them. The most dangerous thing about Alexis Parker's latest P.I. gig is the selection of foods at craft services, or so she's been told... moreHollywood - the glitz, the glamour, and a threatening stalker. Is it all just part of the limelight? Working in the private sector has its perks, but boring cases isn't one of them. The most dangerous thing about Alexis Parker's latest P.I. gig is the selection of foods at craft services, or so she's been told. Hired as a technical consultant, Alex is supposed to give Dinah Allen, the newest Hollywood It girl, an insider's look at what it means to be a woman in the FBI, but the last thing Alex wants to do is revisit traumatic experiences for someone's entertainment. When strange things start happening on set, Alex finds herself in the midst of an investigation. Dinah has a past that might be coming back to haunt her. There's a fine line between crazed fan and stalker, and whoever's obsessed with Dinah just crossed that line. less

A con artist. A serial killer. And ten million dollars. This time, everything is at stake. When a man is murdered in front of Alexis Parker, it sends the private investigator into a tailspin that leads to a case of million dollar proportions. In order to get her mind off death, Alex agrees to help Don Klassi, a Martin Technologies board member, with a personal problem. He was swindled out of ten million dollars, but he refuses to go to the police... moreA con artist. A serial killer. And ten million dollars. This time, everything is at stake. When a man is murdered in front of Alexis Parker, it sends the private investigator into a tailspin that leads to a case of million dollar proportions. In order to get her mind off death, Alex agrees to help Don Klassi, a Martin Technologies board member, with a personal problem. He was swindled out of ten million dollars, but he refuses to go to the police. Unsure if the money is dirty, Alex is hesitant to assist, but she owes it to Martin. At the very least, she wants to make sure Don and his millions won't sully her boyfriend's reputation. Tracking the con artist is easy. Finding the money isn't. Secret numbered accounts, closed banking policies, and cryptocurrency make the dynamics of the case complicated, so Alex must out con the con man. Becoming his new mark is the only way to figure out where he's stashing the cash and the coin, but someone else is hot on the grifter's trail. Is it another of the con man's angry victims or someone much more dangerous? Whoever he is, he won't let anyone get in his way, not even Alexis Parker... less

After recent setbacks, private investigator Alexis Parker is ready for a break. She and Martin have plans. Big plans. But when a colleague ropes her into helping on his investigation, everything else might fall to the wayside. The papers know him as Chef Easton, a rising star in the culinary world. But to Alex, he’s just another client whose life may be in jeopardy. He claims someone burned down his restaurant, but the arson investigators disagree. And so do the police... moreAfter recent setbacks, private investigator Alexis Parker is ready for a break. She and Martin have plans. Big plans. But when a colleague ropes her into helping on his investigation, everything else might fall to the wayside. The papers know him as Chef Easton, a rising star in the culinary world. But to Alex, he’s just another client whose life may be in jeopardy. He claims someone burned down his restaurant, but the arson investigators disagree. And so do the police. Could this be a publicity stunt? After all, any press is good press, right? Alex isn’t convinced, and after receiving a frantic call from Chef Easton, she believes her client is genuinely scared. It’s no secret the city has a firebug. However, proving it might be more trouble than it’s worth. With her reputation and her client’s on the line, Alex will have to proceed carefully. A misstep could cost them their careers, or even worse, it might make the arsonist escalate. Until now, no one’s been hurt in any of the fires, but that’s about to change… less

The past doesn’t just haunt you. It can kill you… Nothing good ever happens at 3AM. Nothing. And as Alexis Parker stands in the midst of an active crime scene, she can’t help but recall that admonition. Her mentor, Mark Jablonsky, a man who's more of a father to her than the man who adopted her, was rushed into surgery an hour ago. The prognosis unknown, but if the blood soaked sheets are any indication of his chances, then it doesn’t look good... moreThe past doesn’t just haunt you. It can kill you… Nothing good ever happens at 3AM. Nothing. And as Alexis Parker stands in the midst of an active crime scene, she can’t help but recall that admonition. Her mentor, Mark Jablonsky, a man who's more of a father to her than the man who adopted her, was rushed into surgery an hour ago. The prognosis unknown, but if the blood soaked sheets are any indication of his chances, then it doesn’t look good. When Alex resigned from the FBI, she did her best to put everything behind her. She moved on. The nightmares had finally stopped. Until now. Someone from Alex’s past wants her to regret her decisions. Getting revenge on Mark is only the beginning. If Alex doesn’t act quickly enough, more of her former colleagues will drop like flies. And then, he’ll come for her. less

Secrets prove deadly in Alexis Parker's latest case...Alexis Parker is used to humdrum work assignments. Running background checks and tailing cheating spouses is common place for her and most of the private investigators at Cross Security. But she doesn't particularly enjoy digging up other people's dirt and shining a light on their nastier habits. However, it's a paycheck. And it makes her boss happy... moreSecrets prove deadly in Alexis Parker's latest case...Alexis Parker is used to humdrum work assignments. Running background checks and tailing cheating spouses is common place for her and most of the private investigators at Cross Security. But she doesn't particularly enjoy digging up other people's dirt and shining a light on their nastier habits. However, it's a paycheck. And it makes her boss happy. So who can argue with that?But when a client asks Cross Security to put his soon-to-be wife under surveillance, Alex knows there's more to the story than meets the eye. At first, the client's worries seem unfounded. He has no reason to believe his fiancée is a cheater or a liar, so why does he want her investigated? On the surface, they are the perfect couple with the perfect life who should have the perfect marriage. But nothing is ever perfect. And Alex is about to discover just how imperfect their lives really are... less

Eight years ago, he covered up a murder. Now Alexis Parker has to prove he didn't do it. Except, she's not convinced he isn't guilty.Ever since Alex went to work for Lucien Cross, nothing's been the same. She's always been wary of him. Now, she finally knows why.The police discovered a body and enough evidence to put Cross in a cell for the rest of his life. He won't offer an explanation. He hasn't even said he's innocent. The only thing he wants is Alex to work the case and clear his name... moreEight years ago, he covered up a murder. Now Alexis Parker has to prove he didn't do it. Except, she's not convinced he isn't guilty.Ever since Alex went to work for Lucien Cross, nothing's been the same. She's always been wary of him. Now, she finally knows why.The police discovered a body and enough evidence to put Cross in a cell for the rest of his life. He won't offer an explanation. He hasn't even said he's innocent. The only thing he wants is Alex to work the case and clear his name. But how can she do that when every bit of evidence points to the contrary? less

A woman’s secret could be Alexis Parker’s undoing…When Eddie Lucca, Alex’s former partner, asks for a favor, she can’t say no. But as soon as Alex meets with the client, she knows this is a mistake.Years ago, Daria Waylon barely survived a brutal attack which left her with permanent brain damage. Now, Daria’s claiming she’s being hunted by the man who almost killed her. There’s just one problem. He’s dead... moreA woman’s secret could be Alexis Parker’s undoing…When Eddie Lucca, Alex’s former partner, asks for a favor, she can’t say no. But as soon as Alex meets with the client, she knows this is a mistake.Years ago, Daria Waylon barely survived a brutal attack which left her with permanent brain damage. Now, Daria’s claiming she’s being hunted by the man who almost killed her. There’s just one problem. He’s dead.Unsure how to help, Alex agrees to investigate Daria’s claims and provide the woman with some peace of mind, if for no other reason than to pay back Lucca. However, Daria doesn’t need an investigator, perhaps an exorcist or psychologist. But when violence breaks out, Alex questions the facts. Did Daria hurt herself, or are there more sinister forces at play? less

A questionable alliance has private investigator Alexis Parker concerned not only for her client’s safety but for her own... Supervising a new branch of Cross Security was never on Alex’s to-do list, but given her boyfriend’s current job commitments and her boss’s insistence to expand the business, she doesn’t have much of a choice. So her days are spent running background checks and interviewing potential hires... moreA questionable alliance has private investigator Alexis Parker concerned not only for her client’s safety but for her own... Supervising a new branch of Cross Security was never on Alex’s to-do list, but given her boyfriend’s current job commitments and her boss’s insistence to expand the business, she doesn’t have much of a choice. So her days are spent running background checks and interviewing potential hires. It’s not exactly the kind of thing this former federal agent enjoys doing, but it pays the bills.However, when Iris Stapleton, a woman from her grief counseling group, approaches Alex with a potential problem, she’s more than willing to help. As a former first responder and survivor of a near-fatal attack, Iris knows what the warning signs are, and her husband’s recent behavior has been sending up all sorts of red flags. He’s been emotionally distant and cold toward her. He’s been prone to bouts of anger, and on top of that, he’s been sneaking out of their house at all hours of the day and night.Iris assumes he’s having an affair and wants Alex to catch him in the act. But the more Alex digs, the less she believes he’s having an affair. As his unexplained absences become more and more frequent, a bloody bag of clothing turns up in the Stapletons’ garbage can. Who is this man and what exactly is he doing on the nights he sneaks out? less

While Alex and Martin prepare to return home, a storm is brewing that threatens to derail everything they’ve built.Private investigator Alexis Parker is ready to say goodbye to the sun, surf, and sand. The West Coast branch of Cross Security is finally getting off the ground, and Martin’s business in Los Angeles is coming to an end. Just a few more weeks, and they should be able to go home for good. Except, all is not as it appears... moreWhile Alex and Martin prepare to return home, a storm is brewing that threatens to derail everything they’ve built.Private investigator Alexis Parker is ready to say goodbye to the sun, surf, and sand. The West Coast branch of Cross Security is finally getting off the ground, and Martin’s business in Los Angeles is coming to an end. Just a few more weeks, and they should be able to go home for good. Except, all is not as it appears.While enjoying a lazy afternoon at the beach, Alex is approached by someone she thought she’d never see again. Despite having hung up her FBI credentials for good, another federal agency needs her help. And they won’t take no for an answer. Sending a familiar face to make the approach was supposed to lessen the blow. Instead, it only ups Alex’s anxiety.Alex hasn’t seen Agent Decker since the last time they worked together, but he needs her to assist his team one more time. Alex’s acquaintance, Sgt. Will Russo, has been on Decker’s radar for a while. Russo had gotten himself in deep when he shot two fellow officers, but that’s only the tip of the iceberg. Alex doesn’t know the rest of the story or how the sergeant connects to her old contacts. But she’s about to be dragged into the middle of it, along with everyone else she’s ever cared about… less