Hour of Need

In this gripping tale by Wall Street Journal bestselling author Melinda Leigh, Major Grant Barrett returns to his hometown of Scarlet Falls on emergency leave after the tragic murder of his brother and sister-in-law. Tasked with caring for his orphaned nephew and niece, he quickly finds himself entangled in a deadly mystery when someone attempts to kidnap the children and their babysitter. As he teams up with devastated neighbor Ellie Ross to uncover the truth, they must confront personal challenges and deepening feelings while racing against time to stop a cunning killer. This first installment in the Scarlet Falls series promises a blend of thrilling suspense and emotional depth.