Valerie J. Clarizio

Peter sets out on a perilous hunt for his best friend's killer while trying to protect his widow, who appears to be next on the murderer's list. The mystery begins to unravel when he finds a connection between this murder and two other law enforcement officers, who were all part of an internet crime task force.

Alexandra's husband dies in her arms after he's stabbed in cold blood. She vows to see the murderer brought to justice. But, there's only one officer in the Police Department who seems interested in catching his killer.

Peter and Alexandra find themselves alone in the battle for justice and truth when they discover members of the local police department cannot be trusted.

Vowing to protect Alexandra, while putting all the pieces of this puzzle together proves two things, Peter is falling in love with his best friend's widow and time is their enemy as the killer closes in.

Unforeseen Obsessions is created by Valerie J. Clarizio, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

Unforeseen Obsessions

A couple of hours later, Alex woke from her nap to find Peter staring at her from the chair across the room. His deep, dark brown eyes radiated concern. He rose from his seat, walked over to the bed, and knelt on the floor beside her, aligning his gaze with hers. Leaning forward, he gently pressed his lips to her forehead. 


He ran his fingers gently across her bruised cheek. His touch felt like no more than a whisper of air, but it sent a ripple of warmth throughout her body. He rested his fingers on her cheek for a moment before he pulled them back.


Alex pushed herself up into a seated position and leaned back against the headboard. 


"I understand I owe my life to you and Captain Franke," she said as she stared gratefully into Peter's eyes.


Chapter 32