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

Alex struggled to open her eyes and when she finally forced them open, she found several pairs of eyes staring back down at her. She scanned the room. It took her a moment to realize her whereabouts - JoAnn's living room couch. She locked in on Peter's gaze and knew he'd made her angry, but for a brief moment, she couldn't remember why. 


She shifted her gaze to her mom. "What happened? Why am I on the couch, and why is everyone staring at me?"


"You fainted, dear, and Peter carried you to the couch. Don't you remember?" her mom replied.


Alex remained silent for a moment as she moved to a seated position. Her cheeks heated as she recalled why she was angry with Peter. "I remember now. You!" she snapped as she sprang to her feet and pointed her finger in his face. "How could you not tell me he was out of jail?"


"Alex, Sunshine, just calm down, let me explain," Peter said, his tone near desperate.


Chapter 48