A Winter's Tale (The Poppy Garden, #2) / The Poppy Garden (ePub)

Retired Special Forces Captain Charles Wren thought his battles were over, but when he takes charge of security for superstar singer Will Roberts, he plunges into a world where the brightest star harbors the deepest terrors.

As Roberts prepares for a triumphant return home after a decade, Wren anticipates a routine protection job for the singer's loved ones. But the glitz and glamour of the spotlight quickly fade, revealing a realm of hidden agendas and lurking shadows.

In the midst of the chaos, an unexpected adversary emerges: Simon Hudson, a rogue journalist hell-bent on destruction. Wren's instincts sharpen as he uncovers a chilling truth - it's not the megastar Hudson seeks, but someone much closer to Wren's heart. Winter Kent, a close family friend and stylist, is ensnared in Hudson's web of relentless obsession following her husband's tragic passing. Hudson's obsession escalates to a deadly crescendo, and Wren races against time to shield his cherished ones from the sinister machinations of a disturbed mind.

A Winter's Tale follows Wren as he battles the dark underbelly of fame, confronting a nemesis driven by madness. Will he unravel the twisted motives in time to rescue those he holds dear, or will they be consumed by the shadows that lurk behind brilliance?

This heart-pounding thriller explores the depths of fear, the bonds of friendship, and the resilience of a battle-hardened hero against a nightmarish adversary.