In the dense and isolated forests of the Pacific Northwest, a gruesome discovery is made: a lifeless body, and signs of something far more sinister. As the evidence unfolds, a horrifying truth emerges – the victim was not alone. Now, a young girl has vanished, and the case unveils a chilling connection to a previous abduction. The FBI is summoned to join forces in the desperate search for the missing girl but finding her is just the beginning. To save her, they must first uncover the disturbing secrets she's been forced to keep. Enter Willow Grace, a renowned psychology professor with a unique expertise in cult indoctrination and manipulation. As the investigation intensifies, FBI Agent Paxton Holt enlists her assistance in breaking through the girl's psychological barriers and uncovering the truth she's desperately hiding. But the mission proves more daunting than anticipated, not only due to the girl's impenetrable defenses, but also because of a dark secret Willow herself has long concealed. To protect the girl and bring her tormentors to justice, Willow and Agent Holt must confront a deeply entrenched and far-reaching cult, where danger lurks around every corner. As the case unravels, Willow's own life begins to spiral out of control. Her hidden past threatens to consume her and revealing it could cost her everything she holds dear – including her life. Embark on a heart-pounding journey in this pulse-pounding thriller that will leave you breathless and glued to the edge of your seat. Immerse yourself in a world where the line between good and evil is blurred, and the price of survival is a secret that could shatter even the strongest bonds.

Amy Carter, a devoted volunteer at a local homeless shelter, vanishes into thin air. The Seattle Police Department spearheads the search for the missing woman, unearthing chilling evidence that suggests a sinister abduction. Amy's father, the mastermind behind Axon Integrated Solutions—a multi-billion-dollar titan responsible for groundbreaking pharmaceutical advancements—finds his company's latest game-changing addiction recovery breakthrough imperiled by the terrifying ordeal. The FBI is called into action, with Agent Paxton Holt at the helm of the investigation. As a harrowing ransom video surfaces, Holt turns to the one woman he's come to trust—a woman whose staggering intellect is steeped in years of scholarly research and sharpened by personal experience. Willow Grace, the enigmatic Professor of Psychology at Conifer College in the Pacific Northwest, is enlisted to help Holt decipher Amy's cryptic message and unearth the vital clue that could lead them to her. Defying Holt's counsel, Amy's father capitulates to the kidnappers' demands. But when the exchange goes disastrously awry, Holt and his local detective ally are thrust back to square one. Willow must rejoin the pursuit, tapping into her unparalleled expertise in captor conditioning techniques to unravel the sinister grip on Amy's psyche. Their chilling discoveries expose the dire threat looming over Amy, and the race to rescue her intensifies. As Willow and Holt unravel the twisted investigation, they realize the stakes are higher than ever imagined. Uncovering the truth behind Amy's disappearance could lay bare a devastating secret that some are willing to kill to protect. In their relentless quest for justice, Willow and Holt must navigate the treacherous maze of deception and intrigue while evading the lethal dangers lurking around every turn. In this pulse-pounding sequel in the Willow Grace series, fans and newcomers alike will be captivated by the relentless suspense and hair-raising twists. Delving into the dark recesses of the human mind, Conditioning emerges as a perilous weapon—deadly in the hands of a cunning adversary. Willow's uncanny abilities make her an invaluable asset, but also paint a target on her back. Embark on the second electrifying adventure with Willow Grace and FBI Agent Paxton Holt as they navigate the labyrinth of the mind, all the while dodging the brutal reality of the perils that lie in wait.

An abduction within the quiet depths of the forest leaves local law enforcement stumped. With the echo of a hauntingly familiar case ringing in his ears, seasoned Detective Smith of the Seattle PD seeks the expertise of the FBI's sharp-eyed Agent Paxton Holt to untangle this cryptic web. Their singular hope for illumination lies with an unexpected ally: Willow Grace. This college professor, renowned for her deep understanding of cult psychology, is still piecing together her life after a tumultuous involvement with the Bureau. When Holt brings the chilling case to her doorstep, she feels an inexorable pull towards the eye of the storm, a dangerous collision with the specters of her past. As the tally of vanished girls’ mounts, Willow's resolve hardens. She must confront her darkest fears to unmask those behind the disappearances. But her adversaries - a menacing cult that knows no bounds - turn their malevolent gaze upon Willow herself. Her pursuit of truth steers her on a collision course with the perils she once fled. With the hunter becoming the hunted, Willow and Holt find themselves in a deadly race against time, striving to rescue the missing girls before their chances dwindle to zero.

In the claustrophobic heart of darkness, the eerie tick-tock from unseen shadows is the lone harbinger of a terrifying threat. Paralyzed by fear and an assailant's potent drug, he is robbed of defenses, except for the chilling symphony of sounds that narrate his impending doom. The last grain of sand plummets down an hourglass just as the metronomic ticking halts, leaving him in the grip of a consuming silence. Enter Willow a psychologist steeped in cult practices, taking a pause from her university role to join the FBI at the request of Agent Paxton Holt. Their shared attraction is palpable but unexplored, a silent current beneath a sea of professional respect. Together, they're tasked to outsmart the country's most elusive criminals, chasing shadows through the murkiest depths of the human psyche. An unsettling murder breathes life into a long-stilled investigation. Is it the return of a serial murderer known as the Hourglass Killer, or the rise of an ominous imitator? Willow and Holt find themselves on a treacherous journey into the mind of a psychopath, where trust is as fragile as a strand of spider's silk. Each tick of the clock dials up the suspense, sand grains slipping away in a race against an enemy who toys with the delicate balance between life and death. Can they outwit a killer who holds the shears of fate? Riddled with suspense that will make your heart pound, this electrifying page-turner is a must-read for fans of Mary Stone, Lisa Regan, Elle Gray, and AJ Rivers. Prepare to lose yourself in a shadowy world where time is the deadliest weapon.

When every secret is a puzzle piece, the truth becomes a chilling masterpiece. In the heart of the Pacific Northwest, a shadowy figure known as The Cipher is crafting a morbid jigsaw from his victims, challenging the FBI with macabre clues. Dr. Willow Grace, once revered as a college professor, now lends her psychological acumen to the case, but is unprepared for the ties that bind her partner, Agent Paxton Holt, to this terrifying enigma. As they delve into a twisted realm where the past bleeds into the present, Willow and Holt must confront unsettling truths about The Cipher, each other, and themselves. Will they complete this deadly puzzle before another piece falls into place? Piece of Grace is the electrifying fifth chapter in the Willow Grace series. Unearth the secrets, piece by haunting piece.