Rita Herron Bücher

Silent tears trickle down her cheeks as she curls inside the tiny cave-like space. She lies on her side, darkness all around her, rubbing her fingers over the little wooden doll he'd carved. He told her to be quiet, not to cry or scream. Not to be a baby. Her throat was raw, her eyes swollen shut. She wanted her mommy and daddy. She wanted to go home. When Penny Matthews, a seven-year-old girl with blonde curls and a gap-toothed smile, goes missing in the Appalachian mountains, Detective Ellie Reeves is called straight to the scene. According to Penny's parents, their daughter vanished after a picnic by the creek. All that's left behind is a pink friendship bracelet etched with 'Penny'. Ellie knows all too well that the mountains' endless miles of dark forest and winding rivers are the perfect place for a criminal to hide. Racing against the rapidly setting sun and a brutal winter storm on the horizon, she searches desperately for Penny. And when she discovers the remains of a small body buried with a carved wooden doll, it's clear she's up against a deadly serial killer preying on innocent little girls. As the temperature plunges, Penny's life hangs in the balance. Most people who get lost in the woods never make it out alive. Can Ellie defy the odds and find out the truth about all the stolen girls? Or will the mountain, and its twisted killer, claim another victim?

The story delves into the intense emotions of desire and the struggle against malevolent forces. Characters grapple with their inner demons while navigating a world filled with temptation and darkness. Themes of obsession and moral conflict intertwine, creating a gripping narrative that explores the depths of human psyche and the battle between good and evil. The tension between longing and fear drives the plot, leading to a compelling climax that challenges the characters' beliefs and desires.

A heartless man finds his life transformed when he encounters Clarissa, igniting emotions he never thought possible. Their connection challenges his dark past and leads him on a journey of self-discovery and redemption. As he navigates the complexities of love and vulnerability, he must confront his inner demons and learn what it truly means to have a heart. This poignant tale explores themes of transformation, the power of love, and the healing that comes from opening oneself to others.

In a gripping narrative, a man's struggle for redemption intertwines with a woman's desperate battle for survival. Their paths cross in a world fraught with danger and moral dilemmas, where each character must confront their inner demons while navigating external threats. Themes of sacrifice, resilience, and the quest for identity permeate the story, creating a compelling exploration of what it means to fight for one's essence amidst chaos.

Suspicious Circumstances by Rita Herron A fire killed his father. And devastated her life

Protective Orderby Rita Herron Changing her identity still may not save her

The Secret She Kept by Rita Herron To face her past, she must confront the truth.

The Body in the Wall by Rita Herron This place had been her home, now it's a crime scene