Forbidden Secrets: A Small-Town Romantic Suspense (Payback Mountain)

By Diane Benefiel

If you love small towns, strong heroines, and protective heroes, USA Today Bestselling author Diane Benefiel's Forbidden Secrets is the book for you.

Some Secrets Refuse To Stay Buried

Melanie Brennan's world revolves around her daughter, and she's worked hard to build a life rooted in safety and love. But when a disturbing incident shakes their quiet town, Melanie turns to former FBI agent Gage Landry, the one man she shouldn't trust but can't ignore.

He's intense, protective, and far too perceptive for Melanie's comfort. Yet Gage sees through the walls she's built, and he refuses to back down from either the mystery at hand or the connection growing between them. But uncovering the truth may demand more than she's ready to give.

As long-buried secrets surface and danger looms closer, Melanie and Gage must learn to trust each other if they want to protect what matters most.

Set against the rugged backdrop of Sisters, California, Forbidden Secrets delivers emotional depth, pulse-pounding suspense, and the unforgettable power of found family. Get your copy today

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1957295945
• ISBN13: 9781957295947
• Release Date: December 2025
• Publisher: Boroughs Publishing Group
• Length: 237 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.6" x 6.0"