Desolate Escape

A chilling murder. A hometown reunion. Will she be the next victim?Dr. Lacey Elrod's return to her hometown as the new medical examiner takes a terrifying turn when she discovers her high school best friend brutally murdered on the beach. As The Dunes Killer stalks the quiet coastal town, Lacey must confront her painful past and join forces with her ex-love, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Officer Matthew Flick. Racing against time, Lacey and Matt navigate a maze of secrets and lies, desperate to uncover the killer's identity before another friend falls prey to his deadly game. But as they close in on the truth, the killer sets his sights on Lacey herself...TROPES:* Second Chance Romance* Forced Proximity* Protector Hero* Strong heroine* Break up to save him* Emotional scars* Sworn off relationships* Return to hometown* Reunion romance* The one who got away* Isolated locale