If only it would stay that way… Seth senses something isn’t right, but he doesn’t know where the danger is coming from…or why. Things are great between her and OPD Officer Seth Connors, and her biggest problem is the X-rated Halloween decorations her best friend Pete has placed all around her house.

More than a year after her ordeal, Emily McPhee finally feels safe…Emily’s psychological scars are healing. If he does have a partner, Emily has no idea where the threat might lie or who she can trust. Lasko is still out there, determined to get her back, and crazier than ever. In fact, things she learned while being held by Lasko lead her to believe he isn’t working alone. His bizarre behavior adds to her terror, and a video link forces Seth to witness her captivity, leaving him feeling helpless as he, the OPD, and the FBI search for her.įreedom isn’t free, and safety is just an illusion…Though Emily escapes the basement, the threat is far from eliminated. But is it worth the risk to bait the trap with what he wants most?Įmily McPhee is in the clutches of a monster… Despite the protection of her boyfriend Seth Connors and his colleagues with the Orange Police Department, Emily is imprisoned in a basement by her psychopathic stalker Jimmy Lasko. With help from Seth’s police colleagues, he and Emily set out to identify the person hunting her before it’s too late. However, after her stalker makes a failed attempt to capture her, Seth can no longer deny his feelings.

He’s determined to keep Emily safe, but he pushes the captivating blonde away in an attempt to stay objective.

In all areas of his life, Seth sees himself as a protector. Seth loves Emily, but fears his feelings might make it difficult to protect her. But after a search, she realizes a certain attractive cop would be the perfect choice, and Seth moves in. When Emily begins hearing noises and suspects someone has been in her house, Seth urges her to get a roommate. A sense of unease settles on Emily, but is the danger real or imagined? That time is coming soon he’ll make sure of it. What he wants is Emily, and he is watching and waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike. Jimmy Lasko is a psychopath, and Emily is his greatest obsession…Lasko knows what he wants-what he deserves-and has the deadly skills and unending patience to get it. He doesn’t seem to return her feelings, though, so she tells herself his friendship is enough. She’s also in love with handsome Orange PD officer Seth Connors. She’s an A student at Orange University and has a comfortable home and a great circle of friends. Emily McPhee has struggled to overcome her father’s death.It’s not easy, but Emily finally has the life she wants.

Christmas at the Cabin by J.L. Drake