Deceit & Desire

by Lauren Wheeler

FBT review:

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Deceit & Desire by Lauren Wheeler, a riveting romance novel that blends intrigue, suspense, and second-chance love. When businesswoman Zoe returns to her family ranch in Montana, she must confront her first love, Roman, to save her legacy amid a dangerous web of deception and a haunting murder investigation. With the gripping twists of Gone Girl, the thrilling drama of Yellowstone, and the heartwarming romance of Sweet Home Alabama, this novel promises an unputdownable read. Dive into a story of secrets, danger, and love that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final page. Grab your copy of Deceit & Desire today and experience a tale of survival, love, and redemption.

Publisher Description:

When a savvy businesswoman returns to her family ranch in Montana, she’s forced to face her first love and a decade-old murder investigation. With her legacy on the line, a dangerous game of deception unfolds—one that could cost her everything, including her life.

Zoe

Coming home is never simple—especially when Roman York is involved. I left Blackwell, Montana, and the heartbreak that came with it, for a high-powered career in Miami. But when my father collapses and Twisted Creek Ranch teeters on the brink of disaster, I’m dragged back into Roman’s orbit.

The last time we saw each other, I broke both our hearts. Now, he’s cornered me into a fake engagement, claiming it’s the only way to protect the ranch and dodge the sheriff’s sudden interest in a decade-old tragedy. Playing along is risky, but Roman doesn’t do halfway measures. He’s not just trying to save the ranch—he’s trying to save me.

And that might be the most dangerous risk of all.

Roman

The second Zoe Brandt steps off the plane, I know I’m in over my head. She’s still infuriating, gorgeous, and impossible to ignore—but this time, the stakes are higher than ever.

The sheriff is reopening a murder investigation, predators are circling the ranch, and Zoe’s family legacy hangs by a thread. My solution? A fake engagement to keep the wolves at bay. But Zoe isn’t one to play it safe. She ups the ante with a marriage of convenience—and she has no idea how real it feels to me.

We’re tangled in secrets and lies, the past snapping at our heels, and danger lurks around every corner. I’d marry her for real in a heartbeat—if we can clear our names, save the ranch, and survive long enough to make it down the aisle.

With the intrigue of Gone Girl, the high-stakes drama of Yellowstone, and the heartwarming romance of Sweet Home Alabama, Deceit & Desire delivers a gripping tale of secrets, love, and survival that will keep you hooked until the very last page.

Scroll up and grab your copy of Deceit & Desire today to dive into a gripping tale of secrets, danger, and second-chance romance!