Fair Warning

Fair Warning
Hannah Alexander

Cop's wife, mother-to-be, respected ICU nurse–Willow Traynor had a rich life. Then her husband was shot, and she was hit by a speeding car. Doubting it was an accident, she quit her job and fled.In the Ozarks, Willow hoped to find peace. But arson destroyed everything she had and almost killed her brother. Now she was certain: someone was targeting her. The support of new friends, especially Dr. Graham Vaughn and his sister, rekindled her hope for a fresh start. But meanwhile her stalker was getting closer, bolder and more determined….

Critical Praise for

HANNAH ALEXANDER’S

Hideaway Novels

GRAVE RISK

“The latest in Alexander’s Hideaway series is filled with mystery and intrigue. Readers familiar with the series will appreciate how the author keeps the characters fresh and appealing.”

—Romantic Times BOOKreviews

FAIR WARNING

“The plot is interesting and the resolution filled with action.”

—Romantic Times BOOKreviews

LAST RESORT

“The third novel in Alexander’s Hideaway romantic suspense series (after the Christy Award-winning Hideaway and Safe Haven) is a gripping tale with sympathetic characters that will draw readers into its web. The kidnapped Clarissa’s inner dialogue may remind some of Alice Sebold’s The Lovely Bones.”

—Library Journal

SAFE HAVEN

“Safe Haven has an excellent plot. I was hooked from the first page and felt like I was riding a roller coaster until the last. Ms. Alexander’s three protagonists kept my adrenaline-racing. But Fawn stole the show—who could resist a sixteen-year-old running for her life? This writer is a crowd pleaser.”

—Rendezvous

HIDEAWAY

“Genuine humor and an interesting cast of characters keep the story perking along…and there are a few surprises…an enjoyable read.”

—Publishers Weekly

Fair Warning

Hannah Alexander

www.millsandboon.co.uk (http://www.millsandboon.co.uk)

In loving memory of June James,

born July 16, 1922, passed on to heaven

January 29, 2005. Aunt June was filled with

the life and laughter that inspired

the character of Ginger Carpenter.

Acknowledgments

Joan Marlow Golan, executive editor of Steeple Hill, runs a tight ship and is a constant encourager. This attitude infects the rest of her staff, and we are the ones who benefit. We appreciate you all!

Also going above and beyond the call of duty yet again is Lorene Cook, mom extraordinaire, who supports, encourages, runs errands and markets like a pro. Thanks, Mom.

Thanks to retired Battalion Chief Fred Baugher, who knows fire and doesn’t mind his niece picking his brain from time to time.

Thanks to Captain Powell of Branson Police Department for great information about the station and protocol.

Thanks to Susan May Warren, fellow novelist and former missionary to Russia, who gave us some great insights.

Thanks to Barbara Warren for your word-slashing ability, and to Jackie Bolton for personal insights.

Contents

Chapter One

Chapter Two

Chapter Three

Chapter Four

Chapter Five

Chapter Six

Chapter Seven

Chapter Eight

Chapter Nine

Chapter Ten

Chapter Eleven

Chapter Twelve

Chapter Thirteen

Chapter Fourteen