A Lakeside Lodge, Deadly Corruption, and a New Romance - Shadow of Betrayal is Here

There's something special about releasing a new book into the world, and I'm excited to share Shadow of Betrayal with you.

Every story has a starting point, and this story started with a simple question: What would happen if an ordinary weekend suddenly turned dangerous?

For Heather York, what begins as a getaway to a Maine lakeside lodge quickly turns into something much more sinister. A threat she doesn't fully understand forces her into a situation where every answer seems to uncover even more questions.

Of course, every romantic suspense needs someone willing to step into the danger, and that's where Jordan Kyndall comes in. What starts as a weekend celebrating a friend's wedding quickly becomes something far more complicated. Jordan's determination to protect Heather—and Heather's struggle to decide who she can trust—became the heart of this story.

I loved writing the Maine setting (it's such a great place to visit), with its lakeside lodge, quiet woods, and the sense that something could be lurking just beyond the next bend in the trail. And of course, the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, where a lot of action takes place. The settings became almost characters in themselves, adding another layer of tension as Heather and Jordan raced to uncover the truth.

One of the things I enjoy most about romantic suspense is balancing the growing relationship between two characters with the danger surrounding them. In Shadow of Betrayal, the threats keep escalating and the stakes become increasingly personal. Through it all, Heather and Jordan must decide whether leaning on each other is worth the risk.

As an author, there's always a little nervous excitement when a new book is released. After spending so much time with these characters, it's hard to let them go and send them out into readers' hands. But that's also the best part—knowing that readers will finally get to experience the story for themselves.

Thank you, as always, for your support, encouragement, and for spending your reading time with my stories.

Happy reading!

— Blaire Morgan

Keep scrolling for all the official info, and you can also read an excerpt here.

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Here’s a quick look at what you’ll find inside:

• A fast-paced romantic suspense story with shifting tension and twists

• A strong, determined heroine pushed into impossible circumstances

• A protective hero whose loyalty and choices come at a cost

• Atmospheric settings across coastal Maine and the Blue Ridge Mountains shape the tone of the story

• A blend of mystery, danger, and romance woven throughout

For readers who enjoy romantic suspense, emotional stakes, and relationships formed under pressure, I hope this story resonates.

Get your copy of Shadow of Betrayal.

Shadow of Betrayal by Blaire Morgan

In this chilling romantic suspense, U.S. Marshals investigator Heather York stumbles into danger at a Maine lakeside lodge, with Jordan Kyndall’s protective instincts as her only hope.

A woman hunted by corruption.

Heather York thought her life was ordinary—until a sudden threat pulls her into a deadly game. In Shadow of Betrayal, she’s forced to question whether she’s a target—or collateral damage.

A man who won’t walk away.

Jordan Kyndall planned a weekend celebrating his college roommate’s wedding. Instead, he finds a grisly scene in the woods—a woman’s lifeless body—and a surge of protective instinct binds him to Heather in ways he never expected.

A danger that could destroy them both.

As threats multiply and secrets surface, Heather and Jordan must navigate corruption, desire, and deadly stakes—trusting each other may be the only way to survive.

Join Jordan and Heather for a thrilling escape.

Title: Shadow of Betrayal

Author: Blaire Morgan

Publication Date: June 8, 2026

Series: Kyndall Family Suspense

Series Order: Book 2 (standalone)

Type: Novel

Genre: Romantic Suspense

Reader content note: Features non-graphic violence, minimal mild language and moderate romantic intimacy (PG-13).

Originally published as Shadow of the Forgotten in 2016.

“THIS is how you do a second in series and keep a reader coming back for more! Romance, intrigue, mystery, suspense, and danger -- how can you go wrong with all of these elements combined? This story was interesting and engaging with likable characters and a fast-paced, unpredictable plot. Truly a joy to read!” —BookBub review