Debra Burroughs - Paradise Valley 02.5 - The Edge of Lies (8 page)

Emotionally exhausted, with her mind and heart having been run through the wringer, sleep was what she craved. She climbed in bed and gathered the comforter around her as she snuggled against her pillows.

One thing she knew for certain—deep in her heart of hearts—was that Evan loved her. Beyond that, after having read part of his journal, she wasn’t sure what else was to be believed.

Her dad used to tell her that no matter how troubling things appeared to be at night, they always looked better in the morning. She sure hoped he was right.

THE END

Afterword

I hope you were as excited and entertained reading
The Edge of Lies
as I was when writing it. If you did enjoy the romance and suspense of
The Edge of Lies
, I would like to ask you a favor to go back to Amazon and leave a review. We indie authors live and die by our reviews.

Want more romance/suspense? Just check out the next section!

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Other Works by Debra Burroughs

The Scent of Lies, A Paradise Valley Mystery: Book One

An engaging, fast-paced murder mystery with a sensual, but sweet romance. Think “Sex and the City” meets “Nancy Drew.”

Praise for The Scent of Lies…

“The Scent of Lies caught my attention on the first page and kept me engaged until the last. Main character, Emily Parker, is a likable, vulnerable, sassy, hotheaded, smart woman surrounded by loving friends. This cleverly crafted story takes the reader on an engaging romp through hidden clues, romance, crime and murder.”

~ Janis McNutt

Amazon Reviewer

“Debra Burroughs has once again had me addicted to my kindle. I love the characters in this book. They are so real and so likable you want them for your own. Each time I thought I knew who the killer was, there would be some kind of twist to make me question myself. I was rooting for Emily from the beginning. Can she solve this murder and really become the private investigator that she truly wants to be? She proves herself to all of those who doubt her.”

~ Yvonne Havens

Amazon Reviewer

To purchase or sample
The Scent of Lies
, simply click
here
.

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The Heart of Lies, A Paradise Valley Mystery: Book Two

Online dating can be murder.
The Heart of Lies
is a captivating and suspenseful mystery with a healthy dose of real romance.

What people are saying about
The Heart of Lies…

“I enjoyed every page of this book, The mystery draws you in but the relationship between Emily and Colin keeps you wanting more… I can’t wait to continue reading about these characters, and digging deeper into the mystery in Paradise Valley!!”

~ J Douglas

Amazon Reviewer

“This book has proven to be a five-star sequel to The Scent of Lies. Don’t let the author’s clean writing fool you, the passion and sexual tension between Private Investigator Emily and Detective Colin is delicious.”

~ jne2003

Amazon Reviewer

“I loved the characters and the intense story line. I am currently reading book 3. So far I love this author and will be reading more of her books. I can’t wait to find out the outcome of the mystery of Evan.”

~ Natalie Hardie

Amazon Reviewer

To purchase or sample
The Heart of Lies
, simply click
here
.

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The Chain of Lies, A Paradise Valley Mystery: Book Three

A sensual and gripping story with murder, romance, mystery, and intrigue—think “
Sex and the City
” meets “
Women’s Murder Club
”.

Praise for The Chain of Lies…

“The book was great! I loved this book the best out of all three!! I sure hope you write another one so we can find out what happens to Collin and Emily and the others. You can’t leave us hanging. I love the characters in this book. You did such a wonderful job when you wrote these books, I felt like I was in the books. Thanks for being such a great writer. I couldn’t put the books down - some of them I read in one day!!”

~ Melinda Becker

Amazon Reviewer

“Psychological, mysterious, suspenseful and above all provocative and intriguing your mind. The mastery of the author is undeniable, style is enviable, narrative – awesome…”

~ Boyko Ovcharov

Amazon Reader

To purchase or sample
The Chain of Lies
, simply click
here
.

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The Pursuit of Lies, A Paradise Valley Mystery: Book Four

A sassy, sexy small town private eye, Emily Parker’s world is flipped upside down when the man she loves is accused of murdering a female Assistant District Attorney, with whom the police believe he was having an affair. Emily must fight to prove him innocent, with the help of her friends, as she struggles against her own doubts.

Praise for
The Pursuit of Lies
…

“Wow, a real page turner! I had no idea in what direction it was going to go. The gang of Paradise Valley did it again. You will not be disappointed with yet again a thrilling book!

~ Jen Douglas

Amazon Reviewer

“Well written. Just the right amount of suspense and romance. Liked the characters, they each have unique personalities that combine to make a very unusual group of friends. Never a dull moment!”

~ Ali3698

Amazon Reviewer

“Each time Ms. Burroughs puts out a new book I can’t wait to download it. And once again the folks of Paradise Valley don’t disappoint. Since this is the fourth book, it’s almost like reading about people you know and can’t wait to catch up with. From the first page I was intrigued and caught up in the plot. I really enjoyed the entire book and was kept guessing till the end.”

~ Janet

Amazon Reader

To purchase or sample
The Pursuit of Lies
, simply click
here
.

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The Color of Lies, A Paradise Valley Mystery: Short Story,
Bridge between Books 4 and 5

This short story is a bridge between
The Pursuit of Lies
, Book 4, and
The Betrayal of Lies
, Book 5, in the Paradise Valley Mystery series. If you have been following along in the series, you have watched Emily and Colin fall in love and their relationship blossom. You will have also seen them fight crime together and on opposite sides of a case, him as the police detective and her as the private investigator.
The Color of Lies
is Colin’s story before he arrived in Paradise Valley.

Praise for
The Color of Lies
…

“This is a great short story! I loved it! It was finally nice to find out what really happened to Miranda. The book kept me on the edge of my seat. I can’t wait for the next one!

~ Melinda Becker

Amazon Reviewer

“I couldn’t put the book down…I’ve grown attached to Emily and Colin and Paradise Valley. I really liked getting the background story on Colin, as he’s been a little bit of a mystery in the series, never really knowing the real him at all. You finally see the real him and learn more about his past. I can’t wait to see what the final chapter has in store for the gang.

~ JenDoug

Amazon Reviewer

To purchase or sample
The Color of Lies
, simply click
here
.

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The Betrayal of Lies, A Paradise Valley Mystery: Book Five

Feisty private eye, Emily Parker, is finally moving forward in her relationship with the 
hunky police detective—that is, until a new friend suddenly goes missing. Suspicions are flying that one of Emily’s closest girlfriends may be involved. Emily and Detective Andrews are locked in a desperate race to solve the mystery of who abducted the woman and rescue her before someone winds up dead.

Praise for
The Betrayal of Lies…

“Love, loved this book. Finished reading in 2 nights. Could not put it down. I have to read rest of series.”

~ PolishGirl

Amazon Reviewer

“Fabulous book! Waiting anxiously for the next in the series. This set is one that stays on my Kindle for rereading! Characters are well-developed, locations are believable, and the story has enough twists and turns to keep you guessing.”