Debra Webb - Still Waters

In the next Faces of Evil book from USA TODAY bestselling author Debra Webb, is Amber Roberts a killer—or a victim?

Instead of reporting the news, Amber Roberts is the news. Has the beautiful journalist murdered someone she hardly knew or has she been brilliantly framed? Evidence points to the former. Enter Sean Douglas, the hottest bodyguard Amber’s ever seen. But Amber is all about her career, and giving it up for romance is unthinkable. Sean, she learns, has his own guilty reason for keeping things professional. The last woman who trusted him ended up dead. And now the same fate may await Amber, unless Sean can protect her while guarding his heart. Because someone is watching and terrorizing Amber...someone no one would suspect...

“You’re thinking they planted cameras so they could watch.”

“Oh, my God.” Both hands went to her face. “There’s no other explanation.”

Sean reached over and took her hand in his. “You’re okay. One killer is dead, and we’re onto another suspect. Whatever one or both did, it won’t happen again.”

She scrubbed at her eyes. “We have to search my house. Now. I need to know if they were watching me. . .I need to be sure.”

“I think it’s safe to have a look. But I’m not letting you stay there again until this is over.” Sean gave her hand a squeeze before letting go.

She held his gaze. “Okay.”

His entire being was aching to lean across the seat and kiss her. What he really wanted to do was pull over and make her feel this raging desire building inside him. She needed kissing. She needed to feel safe and cared for. For the first time in a very long time, he hoped he got the opportunity to make her feel that way.

Still Waters

Debra Webb

www.millsandboon.co.uk

DEBRA WEBBis the award-winning USA TODAY bestselling author of more than one hundred novels, including reader-favorite series Faces of Evil, the Colby Agency and Shades of Death. With more than four million books sold in numerous languages and countries, Debra’s love of storytelling goes back to childhood on a farm in Alabama. Visit Debra at www.debrawebb.com.

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CAST OF CHARACTERS CAST OF CHARACTERS Dedication Chapter One Chapter Two Chapter Three Chapter Four Chapter Five Chapter Six Chapter Seven Chapter Eight Chapter Nine Chapter Ten Chapter Eleven Chapter Twelve Chapter Thirteen Chapter Fourteen Chapter Fifteen Chapter Sixteen Extract Copyright

Amber Roberts—An investigative journalist, Amber is a household name in Birmingham. Now someone is determined to make the world believe she’s a murderer.

Sean Douglas—Former bodyguard to Hollywood celebrities, Sean is the best at personal security. Will his own painful past cause him to fall down on the job of protecting Amber?

Jess Harris Burnett—Former FBI profiler and deputy chief of major crimes. Jess has joined forces with her old friend Buddy Corlew in a private investigations agency in an effort to help victims of crimes the police can’t always resolve.

Buddy Corlew—Jess’s partner and oldest friend. Buddy is a top-notch PI, but will his skills be enough?

Captain Vanessa Aldridge—The new head of crimes against persons, Aldridge dislikes reporters in general. She appears determined to make an example of Amber.

Kyle Adler—Who wanted the reclusive deliveryman dead? Was he murdered for the sole purpose of framing Amber?

Peter Thrasher—Is the mild-mannered floral shop owner arranging more than flowers?

Gerard Stevens—As an investigative reporter himself, Stevens is determined to stay on top. He fooled Amber once; has he taken his ruthlessness to the next level?

Martha Guynes—Is the kindly shop owner hiding secrets of her own?

Lori Wells, Chet Harper, Chad Cook—Detectives from Jess’s former major crimes team who give her a hand whenever the need arises.

I feel so blessed to be surrounded by wonderful,

supportive friends. Among those many amazing friends

are the members of my incredible Street Team. Thank you

for all you do and for simply being you.

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Back Cover Text In the next Faces of Evil book from USA TODAY bestselling author Debra Webb, is Amber Roberts a killer—or a victim? Instead of reporting the news, Amber Roberts is the news. Has the beautiful journalist murdered someone she hardly knew or has she been brilliantly framed? Evidence points to the former. Enter Sean Douglas, the hottest bodyguard Amber’s ever seen. But Amber is all about her career, and giving it up for romance is unthinkable. Sean, she learns, has his own guilty reason for keeping things professional. The last woman who trusted him ended up dead. And now the same fate may await Amber, unless Sean can protect her while guarding his heart. Because someone is watching and terrorizing Amber...someone no one would suspect...

Introduction “You’re thinking they planted cameras so they could watch.” “Oh, my God.” Both hands went to her face. “There’s no other explanation.” Sean reached over and took her hand in his. “You’re okay. One killer is dead, and we’re onto another suspect. Whatever one or both did, it won’t happen again.” She scrubbed at her eyes. “We have to search my house. Now. I need to know if they were watching me. . .I need to be sure.” “I think it’s safe to have a look. But I’m not letting you stay there again until this is over.” Sean gave her hand a squeeze before letting go. She held his gaze. “Okay.” His entire being was aching to lean across the seat and kiss her. What he really wanted to do was pull over and make her feel this raging desire building inside him. She needed kissing. She needed to feel safe and cared for. For the first time in a very long time, he hoped he got the opportunity to make her feel that way.

Title Page Still Waters Debra Webb www.millsandboon.co.uk

About the Author DEBRA WEBB is the award-winning USA TODAY bestselling author of more than one hundred novels, including reader-favorite series Faces of Evil, the Colby Agency and Shades of Death. With more than four million books sold in numerous languages and countries, Debra’s love of storytelling goes back to childhood on a farm in Alabama. Visit Debra at www.debrawebb.com .

CAST OF CHARACTERS CAST OF CHARACTERS CAST OF CHARACTERS Dedication Chapter One Chapter Two Chapter Three Chapter Four Chapter Five Chapter Six Chapter Seven Chapter Eight Chapter Nine Chapter Ten Chapter Eleven Chapter Twelve Chapter Thirteen Chapter Fourteen Chapter Fifteen Chapter Sixteen Extract Copyright Amber Roberts—An investigative journalist, Amber is a household name in Birmingham. Now someone is determined to make the world believe she’s a murderer. Sean Douglas—Former bodyguard to Hollywood celebrities, Sean is the best at personal security. Will his own painful past cause him to fall down on the job of protecting Amber? Jess Harris Burnett—Former FBI profiler and deputy chief of major crimes. Jess has joined forces with her old friend Buddy Corlew in a private investigations agency in an effort to help victims of crimes the police can’t always resolve. Buddy Corlew—Jess’s partner and oldest friend. Buddy is a top-notch PI, but will his skills be enough? Captain Vanessa Aldridge—The new head of crimes against persons, Aldridge dislikes reporters in general. She appears determined to make an example of Amber. Kyle Adler—Who wanted the reclusive deliveryman dead? Was he murdered for the sole purpose of framing Amber? Peter Thrasher—Is the mild-mannered floral shop owner arranging more than flowers? Gerard Stevens—As an investigative reporter himself, Stevens is determined to stay on top. He fooled Amber once; has he taken his ruthlessness to the next level? Martha Guynes—Is the kindly shop owner hiding secrets of her own? Lori Wells, Chet Harper, Chad Cook—Detectives from Jess’s former major crimes team who give her a hand whenever the need arises.