Anise Eden’s ‘Dead Late’ wraps up the ‘Things Unseen’ trilogy with a gripping and suspenseful tale. A tale that’s sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats. This complex, twist-laden plot featuring morally ambiguous characters who delve into the shadowy depths of human nature will amaze fans of psychological thrillers and romantic suspense.
Title: Dead Late
Author(s): Anise Eden
Series: Things Unseen #3
Also in this series: Dead Sound , Dead Keen
Published by Tangled Tree Publishing on October 17, 2024
Pages: 268
Genre(s): Psychological Thriller, Romantic Suspense
Source: Publicist
Format: eBook
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The gripping, enthralling conclusion to the award-winning Things Unseen romantic thriller series.
Dr. Cornelius O'Brien brought his new girlfriend, psychotherapist Neve Keane, to his home country of Ireland for a romantic getaway. There’s just one thing they need to do a personal favor for the President of the United States.
It’s supposed to be simple. Check on his goddaughter, who’s studying abroad in Cork City. But with each step they take, Neve and Cornelius find themselves slipping, then sliding irrevocably toward a terrifying, clandestine abyss of human suffering.
Now, trapped by dark forces he can't escape, Cornelius must make a terrible violate the Hippocratic oath or put Neve in imminent danger. Kept in the dark, Neve faces her own perilous honor her promise to Cornelius or act quickly to keep an innocent young woman out of the hands of murderers.
Meanwhile, the patient is prepped... and the clock is ticking.
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“Dead Late” marks the final book in the series, and while each book works well on its own, to get the full impact of the series its best to read the books in order. Like the previous books in the series, “Dead Late” weaves a tale rich with romance, danger, and unexpected developments. After their last dangerous escapade, Neve and Cornelius decided to remain in Ireland and enjoy a long-awaited vacation. However, there’s one task they need to do, which entails checking on the goddaughter of the President of the United States. One would think this would be a simple task. However, danger is known to follow these two, so it came as no surprise when they got caught in a situation that involved human trafficking and the harvesting of organs.
Cornelius faces a potentially career-ending decision, driven solely by the desire to keep Neve safe. His efforts to protect her result in a web of secrets that inadvertently puts her in danger. This installment had me eagerly turning pages, constantly questioning how Cornelius would navigate the perilous situation. With Neve encountering dangers of her own, the story gains an additional layer of suspense and intensity. The sense of impending danger intensifies with each page, drawing the reader deeper into the story.
In “Dead Late,” the connection between Neve and Cornelius is palpable. Their unwavering commitment to safeguard one another underscores the profound love they share.
The story ended on a satisfying note, which prompted a fond farewell to characters I’ve grown to adore. Anise Eden has once again crafted a story so captivating; it beckons one to return to its world and spend more time with its characters. Regrettably, this marks the conclusion of the ‘Things Unseen’ series. I eagerly anticipate more thrilling and exhilarating works from the author.
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About Anise Eden
Following the advice to “write what you know,” ANISE EDEN authors psychological suspense and paranormal romance novels. Her qualifications include growing up in the countryside where rattlesnakes and cougars jumped out of nowhere; living with family members who are a little bit psychic; and having her life saved on more than one occasion by her SEAL Team of guardian angels. After college, Anise soaked up life in NYC, Washington DC, and points in between. She tried her hand at grooming horses, scooping ice cream, and designing billboards before returning to school to become a psychotherapist. Though she left that field after many rewarding years, Anise remains a passionate mental health advocate. Continuing her real-life adventures, Anise is now exploring life in Ireland with her husband and their small, benevolent canine dictator. While her books have won multiple awards, Anise’s propensity for dropping glass objects while barefoot makes it highly likely that her next win will be a Darwin Award.
