Beneath What We Hide — The truth doesn’t set you free—it sets you on fire.

Beneath What We Hide The Fractured Hearts Trilogy – Book Two By Julian Cross When investigative journalist Lena Vance returns to the haunting seaside town of Edenbrook, she expects closure—but what she finds is danger, deception, and desire. Assigned to write an exposé on local corruption, Lena crosses paths with Caleb Rowan, the quiet, stoic contractor rebuilding her late father's home. Their attraction is undeniable, yet Caleb harbors secrets that could destroy everything Lena believes about love, loyalty, and the truth. As Lena digs deeper, she uncovers a tangled web of lies linking her father's mysterious death to Edenbrook's darkest corners. Every discovery brings the risk of betrayal, and every stolen glance between her and Caleb ignites a dangerous, slow-burning romance. In a town that remembers everything, the stakes are higher than ever: will Lena protect the man she loves, or expose the truth at a devastating cost? Beneath What We Hide is a gripping romantic suspense novel, blending psychological drama, emotional healing, and a slow-burn dual POV romance that will leave readers breathless. Perfect for fans of Colleen Hoover, Tarryn Fisher, and Renee Carlino, this contemporary romance explores small-town secrets, moral complexity, redemption, and the haunting power of love. Dark, passionate, and suspenseful, Julian Cross delivers a story of love and betrayal where the truth doesn't set you free—it sets you on fire.