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Book Description
Can they leave their pasts behind to create a future?
Clarke Dragoon has lived under an alias to infiltrate criminal organizations, dismantle them, and bring them to justice. He has perfected a similar tactic in his own life, as it demands his undivided attention. Another benefit is that it prevents him from dwelling on what's missing in his life.
Aimee Lang's ex-husband shattered her life, and now she must use her new identity to reinvent herself. When a series of questionable events unfold, the carefully constructed lies of her new life fall apart, exposing the horrors of her past.
As Aimee's life unravels, Clarke offers his home as a temporary refuge. Sparks fly between them, blurring the line between reality and perception, and leaving them with life-altering decisions.
Will Clarke and Aimee be able to see past the deception, uncover the truth, and forge a future together?
About Bailey Thomas
As an only child, Bailey Thomas’ active imagination and adventurous nature always kept her busy. Now, she channels those creative powers into storytelling.
Her wonderful husband encouraged her to chase her dream of becoming an author and continues to be her greatest champion. Being able to write these stories has been a thrilling experience that is special to her.
Bailey lives in the beautiful but hot Southwest. When she’s not behind a computer working on her next deadline, she reads her favorite authors, binge watches her favorite shows, and if there’s a game on the television, she watches it.
Life is too short, so Bailey tries to live by her motto of finding adventures that make you smile. She loves to hear from her readers. You can find and connect with her at the links below.
My Thoughts
In Hidden Identities, author Bailey Thomas and narrators Grace Grant and Christian Black deliver a high-stakes romantic suspense that asks a difficult question: can you ever truly leave your past behind to create a future? As the second book in the series, this story plunges readers into a tangled web of secrets, betrayal, and revenge, proving to be a wild ride from start to finish.
The story centers on two people whose lives are built on necessary deceptions. Aimee Lang is living in a nightmare created by her rotten ex-husband; to escape him and his criminal gang, she has been forced into WITSEC, reinventing herself in the quiet town of Mill Creek. She loves her new community and is desperate to keep her identity secret to avoid being relocated again. Across from her is Clark Dragoon, a man who has spent years living under aliases to infiltrate and dismantle criminal organizations. He has perfected the art of hiding in plain sight, a tactic that keeps him safe but prevents him from dwelling on what is missing in his personal life.
The plot thickens when the attraction between Clark and Aimee becomes impossible to ignore, blurring the lines between their carefully constructed realities. However, their budding romance is threatened when Aimee’s past catches up with her. In a terrifying escalation, the carefully constructed lies of her new life fall apart, and she finds herself framed for crimes that point toward jail time. Despite the involvement of the Mill Creek Police, the FBI, and advanced security technology, the threat against Aimee proves relentless, forcing Clark to reveal his protective nature. He offers his home as a refuge, but even with his skills, keeping her safe is a formidable challenge.
Bailey Thomas does a superb job of balancing this high-octane suspense with deep character development. Aimee is an incredibly sympathetic and relatable heroine, making her plight feel visceral, while Clark is the quintessential brooding, protective hero. A highlight of the character work is the charming interaction between Clark and his widowed neighbor, which adds a layer of warmth and humanity to his tough exterior. The narrative is a "wild ride" filled with dangerous men, bad judgment, and violence, yet it is grounded by an easy-to-read writing style that keeps the pages turning.
The audiobook experience elevates the story significantly. Grace Grant and Christian Black provide excellent narration, bringing a distinct life and energy to the characters. They capture the tension of the suspense sequences and the heat of the romantic sparks that fly between the protagonists. For fans of romantic suspense who enjoy unique characters and a plot thick with mystery and plotting, Hidden Identities is a fantastic, immersive listen.
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