Book excerpt: In the heart of the Victorian Alps, passion and danger collide as a photographer captures more than scenery—a mysterious stranger in her lens. Desperate to break free from her family's suffocating grasp, Eden escapes to the awe-inspiring high country of the Victorian Alps. Here, she indulges her passion for photography, eager to carve out a career from her creative eye. But her tranquil retreat shatters when her camera captures a forbidden moment—a captivating, naked stranger in the river. Compelled by the unexpected intruder and the thrill of the shot, Eden unwittingly dives into a perilous new world. Adam Blackstone has buried himself in a covert life, trailing an outlaw biker gang under suspicion of drug trafficking. Intense and wary, Adam's world revolves around secrecy and survival. The last thing he expects is a curious photographer invading his guarded existence. Determined to uncover her motives, Adam confronts Eden, only to find his suspicions—and something deeper—ignited by the enchanting interloper. As their worlds intertwine under the pristine alpine sky, Eden and Adam must learn to trust each other amidst the brewing storm. Facing threats both seen and unseen, their burgeoning romance is put to the ultimate test. Can they withstand the rising danger long enough to embrace the love awakening between them? If you love the suspenseful romance of Nora Roberts with the breathtaking landscapes of Nicholas Sparks, "Love in the Highcountry" will enthrall you. Immerse yourself in Eden and Adam's gripping journey through passion and peril. Purchase "Love in the Highcountry" today and discover if love can triumph over danger in the heart of the mountains.