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Chesapeake Valley Mystery #2
The Lost Children
Sheriff Eve Wicker never expected the biggest mystery of her past would land on her doorstep years later.
After her mother’s death, Eve left the small-town and joined the NSA.
Only to find herself back in Chesapeake Valley.
While she attempts to juggle her sheriff duties and help her ailing father.
She finds herself colliding with the town brute, a man with a dark and traumatic past.
Eve receives an urgent call about a shocking case.
A foster home that has been burned down with no survivors.
The horrific news sends shockwaves through the once semi-peaceful little town.
Who would commit such a cruel act, especially towards children?
As Eve tackles the case, her past demons collide with the present.
False leads, a house full of lies, and the most deplorable crime.
But truth and righteousness will always prevail.
With the fires of the wicked wreaking havoc without prejudice.
The flame of the righteous fosters life and herds evil to face judgement.
The pendulum swings both ways and the day of repentance is here.
Come one and come all, the great reckoning has arrived…
After her mother’s death, Eve left the small-town and joined the NSA.
Only to find herself back in Chesapeake Valley.
While she attempts to juggle her sheriff duties and help her ailing father.
She finds herself colliding with the town brute, a man with a dark and traumatic past.
Eve receives an urgent call about a shocking case.
A foster home that has been burned down with no survivors.
The horrific news sends shockwaves through the once semi-peaceful little town.
Who would commit such a cruel act, especially towards children?
As Eve tackles the case, her past demons collide with the present.
False leads, a house full of lies, and the most deplorable crime.
But truth and righteousness will always prevail.
With the fires of the wicked wreaking havoc without prejudice.
The flame of the righteous fosters life and herds evil to face judgement.
The pendulum swings both ways and the day of repentance is here.
Come one and come all, the great reckoning has arrived…
285 pages, Paperback
First published October 18, 2024
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About the author
Elle Gray
134 books689 followersElle Gray lives in a small town with her 2 cats, and her handsome husky.
As a girl, she was obsessed with crime novels and thrillers.
Today, she loves writing and creating thrilling novels with courageous, strong heroes/heroines and dangerous psychopaths. She invites you to join her exciting world of detectives and FBI agents that take down killers and kick butt.
As a girl, she was obsessed with crime novels and thrillers.
Today, she loves writing and creating thrilling novels with courageous, strong heroes/heroines and dangerous psychopaths. She invites you to join her exciting world of detectives and FBI agents that take down killers and kick butt.
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December 2, 2024
Eve the new sheriff has a multi death fire that stinks of arson
Eve has reasons to believe that the fire has been set to hide something. Now she has to find out what the secret is. Somehow it is tied into new activities at the mine. The monster is making new noises and has the town upset. She calls on Roman and her father to help her handle the stress now the state is getting involved.
Eve has reasons to believe that the fire has been set to hide something. Now she has to find out what the secret is. Somehow it is tied into new activities at the mine. The monster is making new noises and has the town upset. She calls on Roman and her father to help her handle the stress now the state is getting involved.
January 7, 2026
This one was better than the first one, but I really don't like where Roman's character is going. Instead of the macho ex-Marine mountain man, he's turning into a possessive controlling whiner. Also, Ms.Gray should have done her research and realized that anything he may have smoked on his balcony has been legal in Colorado for a long time. I'll give the next book a try and hopefully this series will get better.
November 22, 2024
A good mystery with strong characters
Gray's descriptions of this small Colorado town puts one right in the action. Gray is a good writer with great descriptions and pulling readers into the mystery to keep turning the pages.
My only disappointment was that I would have liked a little more romance between Eve and Roman. The romance scenes were very well done.
Gray's descriptions of this small Colorado town puts one right in the action. Gray is a good writer with great descriptions and pulling readers into the mystery to keep turning the pages.
My only disappointment was that I would have liked a little more romance between Eve and Roman. The romance scenes were very well done.
May 6, 2025
lost children
Eve is the sheriff of the town of Chesapeake valley. A town with a history of secrets and Roman is the tall dark and sexy, her other half. Three kids go missing and finding them is the story, you don’t want to put it down, well written but it ain’t over because the secrets aren’t done being revealed. I hope book 3 is as good. Enjoy the adventure.
Eve is the sheriff of the town of Chesapeake valley. A town with a history of secrets and Roman is the tall dark and sexy, her other half. Three kids go missing and finding them is the story, you don’t want to put it down, well written but it ain’t over because the secrets aren’t done being revealed. I hope book 3 is as good. Enjoy the adventure.
June 5, 2025
That isn’t Colorado
I like this 2nd book better than the first. My one complaint about this and the other one is that if you’re going to make up a town in Colorado, pick a name that fits Colorado and do some research about Colorado and the Rocky Mtns. Chesapeake Valley??? That’s someplace back east. Also, there are no grizzlies in Colorado.
I like this 2nd book better than the first. My one complaint about this and the other one is that if you’re going to make up a town in Colorado, pick a name that fits Colorado and do some research about Colorado and the Rocky Mtns. Chesapeake Valley??? That’s someplace back east. Also, there are no grizzlies in Colorado.
August 13, 2025
The book anded too quickly for me.
I like my authors I choose. I like these stories.c
Elle, you do a wonderful job. I love these beautiful, powerful women characters.
You are one of my favorite authors now I’ve read the two books in this series and I’ve learned to really love the sheriff.
I like my authors I choose. I like these stories.c
Elle, you do a wonderful job. I love these beautiful, powerful women characters.
You are one of my favorite authors now I’ve read the two books in this series and I’ve learned to really love the sheriff.
October 29, 2024
grueling and maddening at the same time
The story kept me riveted.
Three youngsters, a devastating house fire; yet the remains found after the fire’s out include no children.
What is going on?
A closed mine, Eve’s past and present barreling towards a confluence….
The story kept me riveted.
Three youngsters, a devastating house fire; yet the remains found after the fire’s out include no children.
What is going on?
A closed mine, Eve’s past and present barreling towards a confluence….
November 27, 2024
There's a new sheriff in town, a fatal fire, kids missing
A new sheriff with a past comes to town. A house with foster kids burns to the ground, the kids go missing, there's a lot of evil happenings in this little town!!
A new sheriff with a past comes to town. A house with foster kids burns to the ground, the kids go missing, there's a lot of evil happenings in this little town!!
April 27, 2025
I really like this new series.
The characters Eve and Roman have a different dynamic than most couples in this genre. I love the setting and the plots are interesting and not completely predictable. I am enjoying the series.
The characters Eve and Roman have a different dynamic than most couples in this genre. I love the setting and the plots are interesting and not completely predictable. I am enjoying the series.
June 27, 2025
Finding the Children
The story was interesting and challenging. While trying to find the children I was wondering if it wouldn't be successful. I'm wondering where the children will growing uo.
The story was interesting and challenging. While trying to find the children I was wondering if it wouldn't be successful. I'm wondering where the children will growing uo.
July 19, 2025
I follow Elle Gray and will give any of her series a try.
I’ll continue with this series. The character development and setting works but something is missing. Maybe the 3rd book will be the one.
I’ll continue with this series. The character development and setting works but something is missing. Maybe the 3rd book will be the one.
August 11, 2025
So well written and well developed characters!!! The plot keeps moving and twisting and when you think you have it turns another way! Sheriff Wicker has her hands full with a terrible fire, lost children and 'awkward' love life.
October 22, 2024
Thrilling
Love the context of the story. Exciting and didn't want to put down. Can't wait to read the next one.
Love the context of the story. Exciting and didn't want to put down. Can't wait to read the next one.
October 23, 2024
The Lost Children
Excellent plot, intriguing characters, everything you want in a book series are found in this series. Each book has left me wanting to start the next.
Excellent plot, intriguing characters, everything you want in a book series are found in this series. Each book has left me wanting to start the next.
October 26, 2024
I don't trust that Park Ranger, and the DCF lady is bad news
October 26, 2024
This was a great story about Eve and kids n foster care and trying to save them from traffickers. This story had lots of suspense and action. Thank you for a awesome story.
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October 27, 2024
The Lost Children
I loved this book. Great mystery full of suspense and intrigue. I can't wait for the next book to find out what happens. I highly recommend this book and series.
I loved this book. Great mystery full of suspense and intrigue. I can't wait for the next book to find out what happens. I highly recommend this book and series.
December 10, 2024
I’m sorry but this was not a good book. The story wasn’t strong and the characters were difficult to connect with. There were also a lot of grammatical errors and misspellings. Would not recommend.
December 29, 2024
A great writer. I enjoy reading these books.
January 4, 2025
Good book series
I have enjoyed book 1 & 2. I am looking forward to book 3. Easy to read. The story keeps your attention.
I have enjoyed book 1 & 2. I am looking forward to book 3. Easy to read. The story keeps your attention.
January 8, 2025
Eve is finding her place
I am enjoying this new series about Eve and her small town. Looking forward to reading more about her and her adventures.
I am enjoying this new series about Eve and her small town. Looking forward to reading more about her and her adventures.
February 18, 2025
Great story with amazing characters.
I love the characters,
and I can see the places in my mind. MS Gray can show the landscaping and environment with words!
I love the characters,
and I can see the places in my mind. MS Gray can show the landscaping and environment with words!
March 29, 2025
Kinda drab
I read 4 chapters but I just could not get into it. Everything else I've read by Elle Gray has been superb.
I read 4 chapters but I just could not get into it. Everything else I've read by Elle Gray has been superb.
April 8, 2025
Good characters but often repeat thoughts and sentences. Must be read in order. Interesting storylines.
April 16, 2025
I liked the story line and the characters.
I enjoyed the book and the author. I would read her again.
I enjoyed the book and the author. I would read her again.
June 8, 2025
The lost children
Good book need And I did not want to put it down. The characters are great and the story line is good. Hopefully the next one is just as Good.
Good book need And I did not want to put it down. The characters are great and the story line is good. Hopefully the next one is just as Good.
July 23, 2025
Good series!
This is a really good series, really enjoying it. love clean mysteries, and this is pretty clean! Now on to book 3!
This is a really good series, really enjoying it. love clean mysteries, and this is pretty clean! Now on to book 3!
October 26, 2025
OK!!
I liked "Sweetwater Falls" This series is not holding my interest. Rather simple, not engaging!! After reading 2 books I'm going to move on to another book.
I liked "Sweetwater Falls" This series is not holding my interest. Rather simple, not engaging!! After reading 2 books I'm going to move on to another book.
February 13, 2026
Good read
Really good 👍 story Relaxing intriguing and suspenseful Could not put it down Looking forward to the next story Thank you
Really good 👍 story Relaxing intriguing and suspenseful Could not put it down Looking forward to the next story Thank you
November 30, 2024
Save the children
Sheriff doesn't get a break. The house burnt down . The owner burned to death , 2 other bodies found but where are the children that were staying in this foster home? Can she trust the lady across the street ? She said she saw the children being lead away while the house burned. Where are they? Who would take them away? Who set the house on fire? Lots of questions read this story to get the answers. This story ends as a cliffhanger can't wait to read book 3. Great job. Thank you.
Sheriff doesn't get a break. The house burnt down . The owner burned to death , 2 other bodies found but where are the children that were staying in this foster home? Can she trust the lady across the street ? She said she saw the children being lead away while the house burned. Where are they? Who would take them away? Who set the house on fire? Lots of questions read this story to get the answers. This story ends as a cliffhanger can't wait to read book 3. Great job. Thank you.
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