Beneath The Facade: A Multicultural Romantic Mystery
About
Dr. Melody Haywood thought Dove Pointe would be her sanctuary, a place to rebuild her life after grief and heartbreak. But when her veterinary clinic, Sunshine Ark, becomes entangled in a string of brutal murders, the idyllic lakeside town turns into a nightmare. Determined to protect her reputation and her livelihood, Melody has no room for distractions—especially not love. Yet a chance encounter with Rathe Schafer, a charismatic real estate mogul, threatens to unravel the walls she’s built around her heart.
Rathe came to Dove Pointe to grow his empire, but his priorities shift when he meets the gentle yet fiercely determined veterinarian. As the town’s secrets grow darker and Melody’s life hangs in the balance, Rathe must prove that love can be both her refuge and her strength. Can he reach her before the killer does—or will the town’s deadly secrets destroy their chance at happiness?
Praise for this book
Beneath the Facade is a lovely story that blends small-town suspense with romance. While the mystery of Dove Pointe’s string of murders adds tension, what truly shines is the connection between Melody Haywood and Rathe Schafer.
The chemistry between Melody and Rathe is electric, and the story had me completely absorbed. It’s a perfect balance of sizzling romance and a satisfying mystery, with a small-town setting that’s charming and slightly eerie (murder and all). I loved how Melody’s fiery spirit played off Rathe’s confident, take-charge attitude. Their interactions—whether bantering or getting steamy—are totally addictive.