Partners

Laurellie Armand
Her competition with fellow reporter Matthew Bates went beyond professional rivalry; she fought the spark of sexual attraction as well. But when the two of them became unwilling partners investigating a mysterious death, Laurel found herself fighting for her own life.

Matthew Bates
Protecting Laurel was Matt's self-appointed task. He had to find out who was out to kill her -- and why. But Laurel wasn't helping him a bit, and his feelings were getting in the way. Could he solve the mystery that haunted Heritage Oak and win the woman he loved?