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But when her research leads her to a bloody crime scene and the card of FBI Supervisory Special Agent Kurt Montana, she makes a desperate call for help.Kurt, a hardened FBI Hostage Rescue Team leader, is ready to head home after a failed undercover op—until Rowena’s voice stops him cold. Minutes later, the flight he should have been on crashes, killing everyone onboard. Kurt knows one thing: Rowena just saved his life.Now they're on the run through southern Africa, hunted by powerful, unknown enemies who will stop at nothing to keep the truth buried. Forced into hiding, they fake a relationship to stay one step ahead—but their chemistry is all too real.As danger mounts and secrets unravel, their fake romance turns into something raw, intense, and deeply personal. ***Read an exclusive, brand-new bonus scene featuring Ryan Sullivan and Meghan Donnelly. Only available in pre-ordered and release day copies of Cold Truth*** Tropes:·       🔥 Age Gap Romance·       🛏️ Only One Bed·       🕶️ Grumpy x Sunshine·       💣 Fake Relationship·       🚨 FBI Romantic Suspense·       🏃‍♀️ On the Run with Deadly Secrets Don’t miss this unputdownable story of danger, desire, and survival! READERS HAVE FALLEN FOR COLD TRUTH—WILL YOU? “COLD TRUTH is full-throttle romantic suspense, a perfect mix of adrenaline and steam. Kurt Montana, the story’s badass HRT hero, is sure to be your next book boyfriend.” —Pamela Clare, author of the I-Team series “Toni Anderson just wrote a book I never thought I’d needed and it has left me quite literally...speechless.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Oh wow! This book literally had everything!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Will keep you on the edge of your seat.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“What a ride…. Non stop action, adventure, suspense, and of course romance!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Toni has outdone herself with this fast paced read, full of slow burn passion, excitement, and perilous adventures, all expertly spun into a web of lies, deceit, murder, and chaos.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Love, love, love this book. The characters are so well written and deep. It is gritty, sexy and sweet while action packed.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“The best book I’ve read this year!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Wonderful.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“This is such a fantastic book.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“My first reaction to this book is s[a] big WOW!”“Wow! Toni Anderson knocked it out of the park with this book. Let's just say its an exciting fast paced read and just when you think they reached safety, Wham!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Didn’t want to put the book down. A real page turner.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Another truly captivating story.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“OMG! 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What starts out as a fake relationship formed under extreme, life-threatening circumstances slowly unravels into a deeply emotional and authentic connection. This gripping tale offers the perfect blend of danger, romance, and emotional depth.\n\nIf you love romantic suspense with layers of tension and heart, Cold Truth is a must-read. Toni Anderson skillfully blends several popular tropes—fake relationship, age gap, and forced proximity—into a story that feels fresh and compelling.\n\nThe story follows Kurt Montana, a relentless FBI agent, and Rowena Smith, a quiet librarian, whose worlds couldn’t be more different. The chances of their paths crossing were slim to none—until Rowena’s desperate search for her biological father collides with Kurt’s deadly pursuit of a ruthless killer. Suddenly, their lives spiral into chaos, forcing them to rely on each other in a high-stakes game where trust is rare and danger is constant.\n\nAnderson pulls you in from the very first page, maintaining tension and suspense while diving deep into the characters’ emotional journeys. The romance is slow-burning but powerful, perfectly balanced with the thrilling chase and life-or-death moments. What stood out to me most was how the fake relationship wasn’t just used to move the plot forward. Instead, it revealed deeper layers of Kurt while also highlighting Rowena’s strength and vulnerability. As a result, their connection felt authentic. Additionally, the author does a good job of showing Kurt’s internal struggle with their age gap. It hits harder because he has a daughter close to Rowena’s age. It showcased the complexity of his feelings, making him hesitant and conflicted. That doesn’t stop his attraction. His fear clashes with his desire. The struggle feels real and relatable.\n\nNew to Toni Anderson? Or a longtime fan? Cold Truth won’t let you go. It’s gripping. It’s intense. You won’t put it down. All in all, Cold Truth delivers a fantastic mix of suspense, romance, and real emotions. This review was originally posted on Totally Addicted to Reading","none","rv-01kxppvaam4rv5bk9kjv33s68t",[],"2026-07-17T00:15:31.000000Z",{"first":7,"last":7,"prev":7,"next":7},{"path":129,"per_page":130,"next_cursor":7,"prev_cursor":7,"has_more":20},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.seekquel.app\u002Fapi\u002Fworks\u002F01kxppv9drhgbqnhywrc5t4nay\u002Freviews",20]