Trail of the Heart by Yvette Walker (Linda Radcliffe Chronicles #2)

Torn between love, loyalty, and justice, journalist Linda Radcliffe returns to Elmar, Oklahoma, a town haunted by its dark past. In this gripping sequel, Linda faces her greatest challenge yet: helping her old flame, Mark Dean, who’s behind bars for killing a disgraced officer in defense of his newly discovered daughter.

As Linda steps into her role as editor of the Elmar Chronicle, her professional instincts are tested when a chilling murder rocks the local church. Can she untangle the web of secrets threatening her community while navigating her own conflicted heart?

Trial of the Heart masterfully weaves thriller and romance, plunging readers into a story of resilience, justice, and the pursuit of truth. Perfect for fans of small-town mysteries with high-stakes emotions.