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troubled daughter
Jericho Brown thought he’d escaped his troubled past in Echo Beach, a coastal town steeped in secrets and betrayal. Branded a bad boy and shadowed by suspicions of his involvement in Chevy Donovan’s murder twenty years ago, Jericho has spent his life drifting, working odd jobs, and drowning his guilt in alcohol. But when his estranged daughter, Sadie, shows up at his doorstep after her mother’s sudden death, Jericho is forced to return to the town that made him—and broke him.
Back in Echo Beach, Jericho reconnects with Clara Moore, his childhood friend and the one person who always believed in his potential for redemption. Now a compassionate school counselor, Clara knows Jericho’s history better than anyone and refuses to let him face his demons alone. As they work together to unravel the truth behind Chevy’s murder, Clara becomes Jericho’s anchor—a source of hope and strength in the face of the storm.
When Sadie, rebellious and grieving, begins investigating her father’s past, she stirs up dangerous secrets tied to the harborlands and the powerful families that have controlled Echo Beach for decades, and trigger her mysterious disappearance.
Troubled Daughter is a gripping standalone romantic suspense novel about redemption, love, and the fight for justice in a town where the past is as dangerous as the secrets it hides. At its heart, it’s a story of second chances—both for a fractured family and a love that was never given the chance to flourish.
setting:
moody beach
tropes:
sacrifice & redemption + past trauma
heat level:
🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️
fun facts & romance tidbits
Jericho was such a compelling character in Lost Girls that I couldn’t let his story end there. I was drawn to the complexity of his character—the shadows he carries and the strength he exudes—and knew he deserved a redemption arc. Troubled Daughter delves deeper into his world, exploring his journey to reconcile with his past, fight for what’s right, and prove that even the most troubled souls can find love and redemption.
Jericho Brown is a man shaped by his past—rugged, intense, and unapologetically flawed. Beneath his tough exterior lies a deeply wounded soul seeking redemption, even if he doesn’t believe he deserves it. He’s fiercely loyal, protective to a fault, and willing to fight for the people he loves, even when it means facing his own demons. Jericho’s journey is one of transformation, proving that strength isn’t just about survival but about opening your heart to love and second chances.
Troubled Daughter is rooted in the compelling sacrifice and redemption trope, as Jericho grapples with his past mistakes and fights to make amends. Paired with the past trauma trope, the story delves into the scars that have shaped him and the healing power of love and forgiveness.
The story returns to Echo Beach, a fictional, atmospheric small town tucked along the rugged coastline. Echo Beach is a place where the beauty of the ocean meets the harsh realities of life, creating a stark contrast that mirrors Jericho’s internal struggle. Its windswept shores, industrial edges, and tight-knit community provide the perfect backdrop for a story of redemption, sacrifice, and second chances.
Troubled Daughter delivers a four out of five spicy peppers heat level. The romance between Jericho and the Clara is intense, raw, and unapologetically passionate. With steamy, open-door scenes that simmer with tension and vulnerability, this story blends emotional depth with fiery chemistry, making for a truly unforgettable love story.
The story was inspired by surfers I saw in my own misty ocean beach town. Watching them battle the waves, it’s clear they’re not just riding the ocean—they’re meeting it on its terms, embodying a raw strength and quiet resilience that felt perfect for this story’s tone.
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