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Missing Persons
Some people go missing by accident. Others choose to disappear.
Attorney Wesley Payne has watched Private Investigator Yvette Young retreat from the world since losing her fiancé three years ago. When he brings her a missing person case that should be routine, he's hoping that working together might crack the armor she's built around herself.
A missing construction worker. A desperate wife. What starts as a simple trace job becomes something far more dangerous when they realize nothing about the case is what it seems.
Edward Foster vanished four years ago, leaving behind twin sons and a wife struggling to survive. Now his dying father's will hangs in the balance—millions of dollars that could change everything, if Edward can be found alive.
From Atlanta's shadows to the Oregon coast, Yvette and Wesley uncover a conspiracy that reaches into the highest levels of power. Someone is willing to kill to keep their secrets buried, and Edward holds the key to bringing them down.
As the case unravels, Yvette faces her greatest challenge yet. The danger closing in around them is nothing compared to the way Wesley makes her remember what it feels like to want something more than to merely exist.
Content Advisory: This book discusses the following topics in detail. Please practice self care before reading:
Grief and loss, mental health themes including panic attacks and PTSD, gun violence and danger, disappearance and abduction, corruption and cover-ups, infidelity, military trauma, explicit sexual content, strong language
Attorney Wesley Payne has watched Private Investigator Yvette Young retreat from the world since losing her fiancé three years ago. When he brings her a missing person case that should be routine, he's hoping that working together might crack the armor she's built around herself.
A missing construction worker. A desperate wife. What starts as a simple trace job becomes something far more dangerous when they realize nothing about the case is what it seems.
Edward Foster vanished four years ago, leaving behind twin sons and a wife struggling to survive. Now his dying father's will hangs in the balance—millions of dollars that could change everything, if Edward can be found alive.
From Atlanta's shadows to the Oregon coast, Yvette and Wesley uncover a conspiracy that reaches into the highest levels of power. Someone is willing to kill to keep their secrets buried, and Edward holds the key to bringing them down.
As the case unravels, Yvette faces her greatest challenge yet. The danger closing in around them is nothing compared to the way Wesley makes her remember what it feels like to want something more than to merely exist.
Content Advisory: This book discusses the following topics in detail. Please practice self care before reading:
Grief and loss, mental health themes including panic attacks and PTSD, gun violence and danger, disappearance and abduction, corruption and cover-ups, infidelity, military trauma, explicit sexual content, strong language
248 pages, ebook
Published August 5, 2025
22 people want to read
About the author
D.L. White
23 books394 followersDL White writes romance novels that celebrate Black love across multiple series, including the Ruby's Novels, Black Diamond Bay collection, and Potter Lake Small Town Romance. Her fifteen-plus titles offer rich, nuanced relationships that center Black characters. Through The Books by DL White Bookcast, she shares her current reads and writing updates. An Atlanta-based author and Executive Administrative Assistant, White finds inspiration from lakeshores to white sand beaches. When she's not writing, you'll find her chasing the perfect Sunday brunch or enjoying a great cup of coffee.
Browse, read, and buy her work at BooksByDLWhite.com.
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Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews
August 1, 2025
Missing Persons was a new mystery story for this author. I was pleased that the story also had a romantic element. The opening with Yvette on a mission was the hook for sure. The fact that she lost her fiancé within the first few pages of the chapter was another telling point. I like a mystery that isn't so predictable. This one grabbed me by the shirt and tugged me along the way. Here is the premise: The missing person in this case was a father with a wife and two children. The wife initially acted a lot like a suspect. I started looking at her, all crazy and such, the way she responded to her husband's disappearance was kind of cold. She seemed self-centered. Numerous clues kept me guessing about Edwards' motives to leave his family. You will need to follow the breadcrumbs to understand this one. Anyway, Wesley was an attorney; his firm received the case to find Edward. Wesley hired the best PI in Atlanta to help him solve the mystery- the PI happened to be Yvette, the Special Agent he'd served with in the Military. He continued to give her cases in their civilian roles. Did I mention that he was also in love with Yvette? I don't want to give to spoilers, so listen- The story has two basic plots with Wesley and Yvette, and Edwards' disappearance that seemed too cut and dried. The idea that he was a deadbeat was debunked as the story unfolded. The undercover road trip mission with Wesley and Yvette had a sexy, vibing steam factor you will not want to miss. I highly recommend this story. 5 Stars.... This review is an ACR Review...
September 23, 2025
I liked this slight departure for DL White to have a bit of mystery mixed with the romance. The story had layers and I appreciated how Yvette had to work through her pain, grief, and guilt to get to her happiness.
I look forward to more from Vette and Wes!
I look forward to more from Vette and Wes!
September 25, 2025
Too much love and love making. Just too damn much for the type of book I thought I was going into. Nothing special. We were supposed to be finding a missing man with the help of a female PI and male lawyer but we spent more time in beds.
October 7, 2025
Review coming
Format: ebook
Romance tag: labeled romantic fiction but easily could be mystery with romantic elements or romantic suspense light regardless open door
CN: PTSD, grief, microagressions, blackmail, corruption, killing, gun use
Format: ebook
Romance tag: labeled romantic fiction but easily could be mystery with romantic elements or romantic suspense light regardless open door
CN: PTSD, grief, microagressions, blackmail, corruption, killing, gun use
Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews