When Love Hurts: A Novel

Steamy suspense-with a side of emotional baggage...



A widow with a painful past meets a sexy detective amidst the hunt for a serial killer.



Natalie Roberts has been through more pain than one person should have to endure, and it never seems to stop. After surviving a traumatic childhood, toxic relationships, and her most recent loss of a husband, Natalie is not sure what to do with her life. She craves a fresh start, but will a career change decision land her back in danger?



When downtown Portland is hit with a series of murders, Detective Derek Hartmann is painfully reminded that love and loss go hand in hand. But you can't lose something you never had. That's why he has avoided attachments like the plague, focusing on his career and casual encounters instead. His life philosophy seems to work well for him-until he meets Natalie. Will she help ease his pain... or only add to it?



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Playful storytelling lightens an otherwise twisted tale of violence and betrayal. When Love Hurts portrays many of our worst fears while offering hope for pushing forward.



This inclusive book aims to appeal to a wide audience. It uniquely explores different facets of relationships, as well as many deep-rooted societal issues.





Content warning: Death, domestic violence, sexual violence/rape (mentioned but not depicted), murder, sex/sexual fantasies, discrimination, racial profiling, depression, suicide/suicidal thoughts, child abuse, alcohol/substance abuse, and adult language.