Stolen Hearts and Shadows

By J.C. Valentine and Editing Done Write

She's guarded secrets hidden in books for forty years. He authenticates rare treasures for a living. Neither expected the library's greatest mystery to be a map to murder.

Librarian Lily Harper has quietly protected Seabreeze Cove's rare book collection, never understanding why certain volumes felt sacred. When rare book dealer James Morrison arrives to authenticate her holdings, they discover the books contain coded notes-a centuries-old map leading to innovations worth millions.

A sophisticated theft ring has been replacing priceless volumes with perfect forgeries across the coast. The stolen books all point to one final location: the library's basement, where passages hide the founding families' greatest secret.
As they decode ciphers and explore hidden tunnels, Lily must trust James with truths she's spent a lifetime protecting. But in a town where betrayal lurks behind friendly faces, opening her heart might be more dangerous than unlocking forbidden knowledge.

The stunning series conclusion where Seabreeze Cove's deepest mysteries are finally revealed-and one shy librarian discovers that the greatest treasure isn't hidden in books.

Perfect for fans of Ellery Adams's cozy mysteries and Sherryl Woods's small-town romance-where dangerous secrets meet heartwarming community.

One-click to uncover the truth before it's stolen forever

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0G2T1S8G1
• ISBN13: 9798275065305
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.0" x 8.0"