Book excerpt: She’ll help him find a kidnapped victim He’ll keep her alive in the process Mona Avery is determined to investigate Dillon Reed’s high-profile missing person case in the Louisiana bayou. Even if stubborn Detective Reed insists the hotshot investigative journalist is a hindrance. For Mona, the case is personal, especially at Christmas. Working closely with the detective makes it hard to deny their attraction. But a killer wants Mona’s story silenced…and only Dillon can keep her safe… From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.