

Books in series

#2
Scars in the Valley
A Sapphire Valley Mystery, Book 2
2025
Operation Desert Storm, 1991. A chaotic, catastrophic scene—and then everything goes black.
Finally feeling a sense of peace and belonging, Zoe goes on a hike with Leo and her dog in Sapphire Valley.
But when she receives news of her feisty grandmother’s unexpected return to town, it seems Zoe's life is about to get more colorful.
Upon her grandmother’s arrival at the Orchard Grove Nursing Home, things take a drastic turn.
When a resident dies, the quiet life there turns chaotic.
The town sheriff dismisses it as natural causes, until more residents begin dying.
Using Leo’s military contacts, Zoe uncovers a dark past behind the deaths, and a terrible betrayal.
One that could have sparked a murderous desire for revenge.
With her loyal dog by her side, Zoe soon finds herself facing dangers she never anticipated.
Deception, negligence, and the ultimate betrayal.
How far will Zoe have to go to save those she loves and the town she calls home?

#6
Flames in the Valley
2026
The world can be a cruel place.
Zoe Fontaine has had to battle many enemies in the shadows.
When her sister becomes the target of someone’s twisted games.
It’s up to Zoe to find the truth.
While caring for her sister, who lies in a comatose state.
A mysterious fire tears through the community center in town.
Hoping to get Zoe away from her obsession with her sister’s case.
Leo urges Zoe to investigate the town’s fire.
Soon, cryptic messages begin to lead Zoe down a life-threatening path.
It seems someone is watching her every move.
When multiple fires erupt, lighting Sapphire Valley ablaze.
And one of Zoe’s sources ends up dead.
Zoe grows desperate to solve the case, going undercover to expose the culprit.
While the arsonist wreaks havoc in the small town, Zoe finds comfort in Leo.
But when Leo receives life-changing news.
Zoe and Leo face the biggest hurdle in their relationship.
Infernos, pharmaceutical coverups, and many casualties.
It will take an arsenal of investigative prowess to get to the bottom of it all.
Many lives are on the line, and one man's obsession will change everything.
Author

Elle Gray
Author · 96 books
Elle Gray lives in a small town with her 2 cats, and her handsome husky. As a girl, she was obsessed with crime novels and thrillers. Today, she loves writing and creating thrilling novels with courageous, strong heroes/heroines and dangerous psychopaths. She invites you to join her exciting world of detectives and FBI agents that take down killers and kick butt.