Under Cover Queen - Sequel to Jaded Lover

UNDER COVER QUEEN

Sequel to JADED LOVER

Book 3

PART TWO

The Whodunnit Series

"Seems like you would have found your own self by now, but late at night, those lover's tears come back, faces in your dreams, fingers in your back, voices of the memories for cryin' out loud."

--- Jerry Jeff Walker

In this love quadrangle, genealogy plays a vital role in wealth versus the poor and sex versus love. Mix in a hint of whodunnit in the murder of one of the characters, and you have a two-part series of trying to catch the killer and figure out the hidden skeletons in the closet.

Everyone loves a love triangle, especially when it's two triangles that come together at the same time, just as long as they are not part of it. Obviously, it is the other characters' drama that makes us feel better about our own lives. In this moving story of mystery and intrigue, there so much for the reader to find in the conflict and resolutions of the cutthroat dealings of what were thought to be best friends.

The settings of this novel take place along the west coast of the United States in Black Rock Cove, Oregon. Three wealthy families, one to the north, one to the south, and one right along the coastline in downtown Black Rock Cove. The year is 1882.

Reggie Scott is in love with Julia Esser and was but one day away from marrying the wealthy young woman, heir to the largest estate on the west coast in Oregon. They have both been made for each other since they were very young children.

However, Reggie didn't know until one day before his best friend and best man at the wedding dug up a mystery of his past so frightening, he used it against him to try and steal the woman he loved and make her his own.

Overnight Reggie left on the midnight train to travel to New Orleans to find out the truth of this mystery. He needed to know and couldn't bear letting anyone in on this mysterious past he possessed.

Streaming tears cleansed Julia's red cheeks the day she was left standing at the altar. Her vision was blurred with waves of sadness. The salty tears flowed into her mouth so that she could taste her own sorrow. Why did Reggie not call or show up for the wedding? Where did he go?

Julia experienced bitter and unforgiving pain in her heart. Marco Ross and his twin sister, Angie, were out to win the hearts of Julia and the man she loved who never showed at the church.

In our story, conflict is a vital ingredient for the story. Few romance mysteries can manage to be interesting without this conflict. Relationships are flat without it. Love triangles are beyond any doubt dull without it. However, in this two-volume set of THE WHODUNNIT SERIES, there's positively a struggle, discomfort, a lot of inner-strife, and maybe a murder or two!

idney St. James is a true literary powerhouse, a master storyteller whose boundless imagination and unparalleled creativity have captivated readers across the globe. Born and raised in the heart of Texas, Sidney's passion for writing first took root during his time at Texas A&M University, where he penned his debut novel, "In the Face of Adversity," a poignant and deeply moving tale of German immigration that showcased his incredible talent for crafting rich, emotionally resonant stories.

After graduating from Texas A&M in 1972, Sidney embarked on a literary journey that would span decades and encompass an astonishing range of genres and styles. From pulse-pounding thrillers to heartwarming romances, sweeping historical epics to mind-bending science fiction, there is no realm of storytelling that Sidney has not conquered.

Throughout his remarkable career, Sidney has written more than 70 novels, each a testament to his unrivaled writing skill and deep, abiding love for the power of the written word. His books have been translated into dozens of languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide, earning him a devoted following of readers who eagerly await each new release.

But what truly sets Sidney apart is his incredible versatility as a writer. Whether exploring the depths of the human soul in a psychological thriller or transporting readers to distant galaxies in a sci-fi epic, Sidney brings the same level of passion, creativity, and emotional depth to every story he tells. His characters are rich and complex, his plots are intricately woven and endlessly surprising, and his prose is at once lyrical and powerful, capable of evoking the full range of human emotions.

Perhaps most impressive is the sheer volume of work that Sidney has produced over the years. With more than 70 novels to his name, he is a true literary juggernaut whose boundless energy and tireless dedication to his craft have earned him a place among the greatest authors of our time. And yet, despite his incredible success, Sidney remains humble and grounded, always eager to connect with his readers and share the stories that have captured his heart and imagination, and play Pickleball three days a week.