Psychiatrist Dr. Gwen Moore is an expert on killers. She’s spent a decade treating California’s most depraved predators and unlocking their motives―predators much like the notorious Bloody Heart serial killer, whose latest teenage victim escaped and then identified local high school teacher Randall Thompson as his captor. The case against Thompson as the Bloody Heart Killer is damning―and closed, as far as Gwen and the media are concerned. If not for one new development…

Defense attorney Robert Kavin is a still-traumatized father whose own son fell prey to the BH Killer. Convinced of Thompson’s innocence, he steps in to represent him. Now Robert wants Gwen to interview the accused, create a psych profile of the killer and his victims, and help clear his client’s name.

As Gwen and Robert grow closer and she dives deeper into the investigation, grave questions arise. So does Gwen’s suspicion that Robert is hiding something―and that he might not be the only one with a secret.

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This month sees new releases from the likes of Elizabeth Lim, Karin Slaughter, Jasmine Guillory, Max Barry, and so many more!

Read on to discover our picks and tell us if you’re looking forward to any of them in the comments below! 

Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim
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A princess in exile, a shapeshifting dragon, six enchanted cranes, and an unspeakable curse… Drawing from fairy tales and East Asian folklore, this original fantasy from the author of Spin the Dawn is perfect for fans of Shadow and Bone.

The Final Girl Support Group by Grady Hendrix
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A fast-paced, thrilling horror novel that follows a group of heroines to die for, from the brilliant New York Times bestselling author of The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires.

The Good Lie by A.R. Torre
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Six teens murdered. A suspect behind bars. A desperate father. In a case this shadowy, the truth is easy to hide.

Song of the Forever Rains by E.J. Mellow
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From the award-winning author of the Dreamland series comes a new dark romantic fantasy about a young woman finding hope in her powers of destruction.

It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey
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Tessa Bailey is back with a Schitt’s Creek-inspired rom-com about a Hollywood “It Girl” who is cut off from her wealthy family and exiled to a small Pacific Northwest beach town… where she butts heads with a surly, sexy local who thinks she doesn’t belong. 

These Hollow Vows by Lexi Ryan
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From New York Times best-selling author Lexi Ryan, Cruel Prince meets A Court of Thorns and Roses in this sexy, action-packed fantasy about a girl who is caught between two treacherous faerie courts and their dangerously seductive princes.

False Witness by Karin Slaughter
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From the New York Times bestselling author of Pieces of Her and The Silent Wife, an electrifying standalone thriller.

While We Were Dating by Jasmine Guillory
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Two people realize that it’s no longer an act when they veer off-script in this sizzling romantic comedy by New York Times bestselling author Jasmine Guillory.

XOXO by Axie Oh
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Jenny’s never had much time for boys, K-pop, or really anything besides her dream of being a professional cellist. But when she finds herself falling for a K-pop idol, she has to decide whether their love is worth the risk. A modern forbidden romance wrapped in the glamorous and exclusive world of K-pop, XOXO is perfect for fans of Jenny Han and Maurene Goo.

For Your Own Good by Samantha Downing
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USA Today bestselling author Samantha Downing is back with her latest sneaky thriller set at a prestigious private school—complete with interfering parents, overeager students, and one teacher who just wants to teach them all a lesson…

The 22 Murders of Madison May by Max Barry
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From the critically acclaimed author of Jennifer Government and Lexicon comes mind-bending speculative psychological suspense about a serial killer pursuing his victim across time and space, and the woman who is determined to stop him, even if it upends her own reality.

Rise to the Sun by Leah Johnson
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Packed with irresistible romance and irrepressible heart, bestselling author Leah Johnson delivers a stunning and cinematic story about grief, love, and the remarkable power of music to heal and connect us all.

What July 2021 releases are you looking forward to? Tell us in the comments below!

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Would you please give us a short intro to who you are and what you write?

My name is Alessandra (AR) Torre, I am a wife, mother, author, and tech startup exec. When I’m not writing romance novels or psychological suspense, I teach others about writing and marketing.

Can you tell readers about the plot in Every Last Secret?

The story is about a golden couple who has everything: love, happiness, and exorbitant wealth. Their idyllic perfection is marred when a new couple moves in next door and a toxic friendship begins to form between the two wives. As the two couples lives become intertwined, secrets build, and things take a deadly turn.

You’ve written this book under a pseudonym—why did you choose to do that? How do you decide that you’ll write one book under A.R. Torre and another under as Alessandra Torre? And is there another secret-secret pseudonym out there?

Well, Alessandra Torre is a pseudonym also. So, I’m used to multiple identities. I use A.R. Torre for my suspense novels, and Alessandra for my romance novels (some of which contain suspense). The different pen names help to differentiate the genres in reader minds.

Did you always plan to be a writer?

No. While I had embraced and enjoyed writing assignments in school, I never had any confidence in my ability and was never encouraged by my teachers. I fell into writing on a bit of a whim – I wrote a book one summer when I was in between jobs, right after I learned the possibilities that were available through self-publishing. If it weren’t for those possibilities, I would never have had the confidence to go through the traditional query process and submit that novel to publishers and agents. Self-publishing is the only reason I now have 24 books under my belt, three traditional publishing contracts, a movie, and books in over thirty countries.

What were your career goals as a kid/young adult?

I wanted to be a vet or an attorney. Dreams that died quickly, and by high school I decided I wanted to work in resorts. I went to school for hospitality, graduated and ended up in banking, got married young, and ended up working as an assistant at a development company.

We read that a friend’s relationship inspired Every Last Secret. Did you feel you had to share your story idea with her before writing it? Is she still a friend? Can you share what happened?

She happily contributed and chimed into the development of this novel. She was the first to receive a signed copy.

Her story is simple – a married woman became obsessed with her and her husband, and grew very competitive and crafty, all while growing closer to her as a friend. The woman attempted to seduce her husband, called him obsessively, and began to stalk both my friend and her husband the more the husband pushed her away. She spread lies about the couple and lashed out viciously, all while portraying her own ‘perfect’ life on social media. It finally ended, but only after she found a new focus/victim to direct her attention to.

What was the first piece of writing you ever had published?

It was a sexy romance called Blindfolded Innocence. I self-published it in the summer of 2012.

Was there a moment in your writing career where you thought, “Okay, now I am officially a REAL writer?” Can you tell us about that time in your life?

That moment came when I got my first publishing deal, with Harlequin. The contract came with a large advance, one that would cover my living expenses for several years. That was the first moment that I realized that I could stop my job search and write full-time. It gave me some confidence and validation that I had skill and a future in this industry.

If you weren’t a writer, what other job would you want to have and why?

I would be a dog walker. That sounds heavenly right now. Nothing but fresh air, puppy kisses, and quiet.

Do you have a set writing schedule? What do you need to have near you (or NOT need) in order to write?

I don’t have a set writing schedule. I hunker down and spend six to eight hours a day writing for six weeks straight, then come up for air. It’s not the best for my creativity, but it’s how I’m currently fitting in book creation, while still juggling the other balls in my life. I need a heating pad, cold Dr Pepper, my leather chair, and a pair of headphones (or quiet).

Can you tell us what’s next for you in your writing world?

I just put the final touches on my next novel One Good Lie, which will release in summer 2021. While I wait for that release, I’m busy working with a team of authors and data scientists who are using artificial intelligence to improve the book editing process. We have an A.I. called Marlowe who is revolutionizing the way that authors look at and improve their books. In addition, we just launched BingeBooks.com – a website for readers that helps them discover their next great book and easily read samples, create books lists, and more. It’s a busy world at the moment!

Advice for writers – what was the easiest thing about getting published; what was the hardest thing about getting published?

Easiest thing about getting published – there’s no barrier to entry any more. You don’t need a publisher, you can do everything yourself and for very little cost.

Hardest thing about getting published – The self-doubt. Writers constantly fight the feeling that their book isn’t good enough, and their career is on the brink of disaster.

What is one thing you wish readers knew about you?

I write in multiple genres. If you enjoy Every Last Secret, read The Ghostwriter next. If you like both of those, and aren’t afraid of sexual references, read The Girl in 6E trilogy. Then, I urge you to dip your toe into my romance novels. They range from sweet (The F List) to super sexy (Undertow) but are highly entertaining and will keep you guessing.

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