Dive into the heart-pounding world of Sharon Sala’s Secrets and Lies trilogy, where romance and suspense intertwine to unravel a chilling mystery that spans decades! This captivating series, blending steamy love stories with edge-of-your-seat thrills, follows the survivors of a tragic teenage accident as they face a killer determined to bury their past. Perfect for fans of romantic suspense, Secrets and Lies delivers unforgettable characters and twists that keep you guessing until the final page.
Sharon Sala, a New York Times bestselling author, crafts a narrative that’s as emotionally gripping as it is suspenseful, set in the small town of Mystic, West Virginia. With themes of second chances, redemption, and the power of love, this trilogy is a rollercoaster of passion and peril that’s hard to put down.
How Secrets and Lies Began
Sharon Sala, a prolific author with over 100 novels, launched the Secrets and Lies trilogy in 2015, drawing on her knack for weaving romance with dark, suspenseful plots. Inspired by her love for small-town settings and complex characters, Sala created a story rooted in a decades-old mystery. Her goal was to explore how past traumas shape relationships and how love can heal even the deepest wounds. Published by Harlequin MIRA, the trilogy quickly gained traction among fans for its intense pacing and emotional depth.
The Heart of Secrets and Lies
The trilogy kicks off with Wild Hearts (2015), where Dallas Phillips returns to Mystic after her father’s apparent suicide, which she refuses to believe. Reuniting with her former lover, police chief Trey Jakes, they uncover clues tying her father’s death to a 35-year-old car accident that killed one of four teenage friends. The romance is sizzling, but the mystery of a killer targeting survivors looms large.
Cold Hearts (2015) follows Lissa Sherman and Mack Jackson, brought together by the murder of Mack’s father, another accident survivor. As they rekindle their past romance, Lissa becomes a target, deepening the chilling mystery. The trilogy concludes with Dark Hearts (2016), where Sam Jakes, a wounded veteran, returns to solve his mother’s murder. His reconnection with Lainey Pickett, a breast cancer survivor, weaves love and redemption into a thrilling finale that unveils the killer.
Set against Mystic’s tight-knit community, the series explores themes of second chances, as characters overcome past regrets, and redemption, as they confront their flaws. Sala’s style balances tender romance with gritty suspense, making each book a standalone love story within a larger, interconnected mystery. The small-town setting adds authenticity, capturing both its warmth and its secrets.
Why Secrets and Lies Resonates
Secrets and Lies has carved a niche in romantic suspense, earning praise for its masterful blend of heart and danger. Fans on Goodreads and Amazon laud Sala’s ability to craft relatable characters and keep readers guessing. The trilogy’s exploration of trauma, healing, and love resonates deeply, offering a cathartic escape. Its lasting appeal lies in its universal themes and Sala’s knack for delivering satisfying resolutions, making it a must-read for genre enthusiasts.
- Publication Years: 2015–2016
- Books: Wild Hearts, Cold Hearts, Dark Hearts
- Genre: Romantic Suspense
- Author Awards: Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award (2011)
Ready to get swept away? Grab Wild Hearts and step into the thrilling, romantic world of Secrets and Lies today!