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Fatal #0.5,1-3,3.5

Fatal Series Boxed Set, Books 0.5-3.5

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Prequel One Night With You , Written for readers wondering about the “memorable” one-night stand between Sam Holland and Nick Cappuano that took place six years before Fatal Affair opens!

Book 1: Fatal Affair , Washington, D.C., Metro Police Detective Sergeant Sam Holland needs a big win to salvage her career—and her confidence—after a disastrous investigation. The perfect opportunity arises when Senator John O’Connor is found brutally murdered in his bed, and Sam is assigned to the case. Things get complicated when Sam has to team up with Nick Cappuano, O’Connor’s friend and chief of staff…and the man Sam had a memorable one-night stand with years earlier. Sleeping with a material witness is another mistake she can’t afford—especially when the bodies keep piling up.

Book 2: Fatal Justice , Standing over the body of a Supreme Court nominee, Lieutenant Sam Holland is hip-deep in another high-profile murder case. That she was one of the last people to see Julian Sinclair alive only complicates things even more. With her relationship with Senator Nick Cappuano heating up, they’re attracting a lot of unwanted media attention and blinding flashbulbs. The pressure is on for Sam to find Sinclair’s killer, but a new lead in her father’s unsolved shooting puts her in unexpected danger. When long-buried secrets threaten to derail her relationship with Nick, Sam realizes that while justice can be blind, mixing romance with politics has the potential to be fatal.

Book 3: Fatal Consequences, The murder of two members of the Capitol Cleaning Service might’ve been just another homicide investigation if one of them hadn’t been romantically involved with a married senator from Arizona. Lt. Sam Holland and her team are plunged into another complex case that at first seems routine. But as Sam tugs on the threads of the investigation she uncovers a deep, dark Washington secret that threatens the careers of some of the government’s highest-ranking officials. Racing to catch a killer before he can strike again, Sam and her fiancé, U.S. Senator Nick Cappuano, attempt to plan a wedding while her colleague Detective Tommy “Gonzo” Gonzales faces life-changing news.

Wedding Novella: Fatal Destiny, With the week of their wedding finally upon them, Washington, D.C., Police Lieutenant Sam Holland and her fiancé, Senator Nick Cappuano, are at odds. In the aftermath of a tragic loss, they struggle to reconnect as the big day draws near and their work keeps pulling them apart. When a new clue in a cold case surfaces, Nick asks Sam not to take any foolish chances before the wedding and to leave it alone for the time being. Sam agrees, but she can’t let it go entirely and winds up trapped in an explosive situation. Then an unwelcome visitor from her past threatens her future happiness. With trouble at every turn, will Sam survive long enough to walk down the aisle?

1337 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 31, 2023

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About the author

Marie Force

213 books8,464 followers
Marie Force is the New York Times bestselling author of contemporary romance, romantic suspense and erotic romance. Her series include Gansett Island, Fatal, Treading Water, Butler Vermont and Quantum.

Her books have sold more than 12 million copies worldwide, have been translated into more than a dozen languages and have appeared on the New York Times bestseller more than 30 times. She is also a USA Today and #1 Wall Street Journal bestseller, as well as a Speigel bestseller in Germany.

Her goals in life are simple—to finish raising two happy, healthy, productive young adults, to keep writing books for as long as she possibly can and to never be on a flight that makes the news.

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1,816 reviews81 followers
June 27, 2025
Good series. Read the individual books for my reviews.
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2,201 reviews44 followers
January 7, 2025
Fantastic series.

Wow! This book has been on my tbr list for a long time. Once I started, I couldn’t stop reading this until I finished. It’s so good. It starts off with a prequel of Sam and Nick first hooking up 6 years ago. I love that she allows only him to call her Samantha. I could really feel their love. But 6 years go by and they meet again when his best friend is killed. So much happens and I loved staying on edge. They were so great together. I did have happy tears towards the end when we finally get their wedding. I highly recommend each book in this series and I highly recommend this box set.
1,048 reviews12 followers
December 16, 2023
I have these books as paperbacks and when I saw that there was a boxed set with all these books...it was ONE CLICK for me!

The prequel novel on how they met up to their marriage is included and is fabulous! So much great reading. I love to be able to go from one story to the next.

Worthwhile purchase and a great storyline.
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47 reviews1 follower
June 9, 2024
fatal series boxed set

Sam as the detective In this mystery, was such a beautiful person “inside and out”’ she knew how to play “come hither” to her suspects, bejewel them and it’s her many facets. Senator Nick was enthralled with her. Tried to control her , but Sam out maneuvered him. The plots were enthralling. A must read.
69 reviews
June 14, 2024
Snark, lust, love, sadness, loyalty

A truly enjoyable saga. From Sam and Nick's first encounter through their marriage. I really enjoy that most of the family and friends around them are not perfect, not horrible--human! Although sometimes, I truly believe Nick is a saint, but at least Sam realizes it!!
4 reviews3 followers
July 13, 2024
I really loved this and I am thrilled there are more to read!

What a great series! I looked forward to reading and preferred this great series to watching TV! I have thrilled that there are more books with the same characters. Super happy to discovered this author and this series. On to books 4-6 now!
468 reviews1 follower
August 3, 2024
Re-reading

I am far-reaching the whole series and find it as riveting as the first time. The banter between all the characters is first class. Full of energy, excitement, great story lines filled with emotion on all levels.

Each novel is a brilliant read. Love this author and her supporting team that have made this series such a worth while read.
516 reviews2 followers
January 10, 2025
Fatal 1-3.5

I do enjoy this series, but there is really, really a lot of sex. That's totally realistic for young couples, but I don't want to hear about all the details. They also seem to have more than their share of misadventures. I don't mind, but if you are one who wants the story to be more realistic, you may not like this.
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81 reviews1 follower
May 15, 2023
The books are fantastic!

The editing on the other hand needs work. I read this series every year, so I know what is supposed to be in them and what isn’t. Entire paragraphs repeat themselves, which can be overlooked, but it’s a bit confusing. The books are 5 stars for sure.
741 reviews
January 14, 2024
What a captivating series! Each book so meticulously thought out and executed. The characters so thoughtfully transcribed you expect them to walk off the page. Each volume brings more of their adventures into exacting detail until you can’t wait to see where they go next
266 reviews2 followers
June 30, 2024
Love beyond barriers

What a mix of crime investigation that led to unexpected criminals, all into a political background. Crime, sex, and love intertwined with suspense. All of these keep the readers' attention from beginning to end and wishing for more. Thank you!
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21 reviews1 follower
October 8, 2024
Great story

Warning graphic sex, this is a series of books in which you get to know multiple characters lives. The main story is following a policewoman and falling in love with the main character who works for the federal government. A great book to re-read.
45 reviews1 follower
January 16, 2025
I'm Hooked

I am really enjoying this series. The combination of a feisty, emotionally, conflicted female cop and a sexy, caring politician, provides for many opportunities to solve intriguing crimes. Can't wait to read the next set of series.
25 reviews
July 16, 2025
I so enjoyed this series and plan to continue reading the next boxed set. Sam and Nick are beautifully written characters and I felt all their highs and lows. I loved the intrigue and the romances!
80 reviews1 follower
June 20, 2024
Suspense and mystery

All of this series were excellent. These were truly hard to put down. Each one had me wanting to find out what was going to happen next. Worth reading !
1 review
October 13, 2024
Outstanding

Love this author, have read all of her books and she keeps you laughing and engaged, and never disappoints you.
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1 review
January 19, 2025
Great read

Great read and kept me wanting to read more couldnt put the book down. Cant wait to read the next series
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558 reviews10 followers
August 21, 2025
Enjoyed this boxed set. Reviews are on the individual titles
193 reviews
August 5, 2024
Have read this before but really enjoyed. I am currently getting the rest from the library to read again.
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1,036 reviews6 followers
September 16, 2024
Fatal boxed set 1

Three and A half books starting with Sam and Nick's prequel through their marriage. Together they wade through the relationship waters while both are advancing in their careers. There is so much more to come from Sam and Nick. Enjoy their story.
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