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The Return
“There’s been a shooting in the railyard. Officer down, I repeat, officer down.”
Chief of Police Scott Simmons had just solved a high-profile case.
When a drive-by shooting ended his life, leaving Avery Hart riddled with survivor's guilt and PTSD.
Officer Trevor Knapp was once a big-city cop in Seattle, Washington.
He moved to Juniper Springs for peace of mind.
When tragedy hit his department with the death of the chief of police, suspicions were cast his way.
They say, "innocent until proven guilty."
If only it were that simple.
It seems Trevor has a knack for being in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Or maybe he is guilty.
His sudden move to the department coincided with a string of murders.
While no one can pin Trevor with hard evidence, there is just enough to cause suspicion.
Soon he runs into Julia, the woman determined to see him behind bars for life.
But they get more than they bargained for when they both become a predator's new targets.
With the help of Avery, the trio goes head-to-head with the culprit.
What would you do if you were under investigation for crimes you didn't commit?
No one will be the same after this...
Chief of Police Scott Simmons had just solved a high-profile case.
When a drive-by shooting ended his life, leaving Avery Hart riddled with survivor's guilt and PTSD.
Officer Trevor Knapp was once a big-city cop in Seattle, Washington.
He moved to Juniper Springs for peace of mind.
When tragedy hit his department with the death of the chief of police, suspicions were cast his way.
They say, "innocent until proven guilty."
If only it were that simple.
It seems Trevor has a knack for being in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Or maybe he is guilty.
His sudden move to the department coincided with a string of murders.
While no one can pin Trevor with hard evidence, there is just enough to cause suspicion.
Soon he runs into Julia, the woman determined to see him behind bars for life.
But they get more than they bargained for when they both become a predator's new targets.
With the help of Avery, the trio goes head-to-head with the culprit.
What would you do if you were under investigation for crimes you didn't commit?
No one will be the same after this...
363 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 13, 2026
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April 10, 2026
Another cliffhanger
I always think ill hear the end result, but I have to wait till the next book. Frustrating. In the beginnings of this story, AJ, gave a synopsis of all the preceding books. That was so helpful in tying all the stories together. But by the ending of this book, I still don't know who the cop killer is. So, ill be anxious as I wait for the next book to come out. There's so much action in these books and many moving parts and people. It really makes for an interesting story.
I always think ill hear the end result, but I have to wait till the next book. Frustrating. In the beginnings of this story, AJ, gave a synopsis of all the preceding books. That was so helpful in tying all the stories together. But by the ending of this book, I still don't know who the cop killer is. So, ill be anxious as I wait for the next book to come out. There's so much action in these books and many moving parts and people. It really makes for an interesting story.
February 15, 2026
Book 8 in the Juniper Springs series is here, and you do NOT want to miss it! After the death of Chief Simmons, Internal Affairs sends Agent Julia Whitlock to investigate. She's sure Detective Trevor Knapp is responsible, but as she digs, she realizes the truth is more dangerous than she ever imagined.
The Return to Juniper Springs is possibly the best one yet!
The Return to Juniper Springs is possibly the best one yet!
February 15, 2026
An amazing read! The guest appearance by Emma Griffin was fun, and her mentoring suggestions worked well for Avery and the case. There are too many plot twists to count, and this book will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat! If the weather's too bad to go outside, you can definitely get your cardio right here between the pages of this book!
February 22, 2026
Best yet!
I think this is the best book, so far, in this series. Julia is a fantastic new addition to Juniper Springs. I hope she stays. She, Avery, and Trevor make a great team. Oh, and Emma is waiting in the wings after her cameo. I'm looking forward to the next installment in this series.
I think this is the best book, so far, in this series. Julia is a fantastic new addition to Juniper Springs. I hope she stays. She, Avery, and Trevor make a great team. Oh, and Emma is waiting in the wings after her cameo. I'm looking forward to the next installment in this series.
February 22, 2026
This a excellent story about Avery a police officer and Julie a Internal affairs and Trevor being blamed for killing police officers and fount not guilty and finding who done it untilanother officer is killed leaving a cliffhanger who is responsible. Thank you for this great story with lots of suspense and action.
February 18, 2026
A must read
A J Rivers you have outdone yourself with this series. It has been a pleasure reading each book and I cannot wait to read book 9. What a great book, I really could not put it down. It had me on the edge of my seat waiting to find out who was guilty.
A J Rivers you have outdone yourself with this series. It has been a pleasure reading each book and I cannot wait to read book 9. What a great book, I really could not put it down. It had me on the edge of my seat waiting to find out who was guilty.
February 19, 2026
Juniper Springs is one busy town!
Well, the cliffhangers just keep coming! Glad they do, that just means more stories! This was a complex story and I never figured it out! For being a small town, Juniper Springs sure is busy! Can’t wait for more!
Well, the cliffhangers just keep coming! Glad they do, that just means more stories! This was a complex story and I never figured it out! For being a small town, Juniper Springs sure is busy! Can’t wait for more!
March 31, 2026
great story
This was was hard to put down each night. Love the way all the characters continue throughout the series with a different focus each book. Look forward to the next episode
This was was hard to put down each night. Love the way all the characters continue throughout the series with a different focus each book. Look forward to the next episode
February 16, 2026
Another Great One
Wow, another cliffhanger. This one started great, was a little slow in the middle for me, but the ending was something else. Can’t wait for the next book.
Wow, another cliffhanger. This one started great, was a little slow in the middle for me, but the ending was something else. Can’t wait for the next book.
February 18, 2026
The Return
This book has been riveting! I can’t wait for the next book. I think I know who is the cop killer but I’ll wait to see if I’m right!!
Your books are so exciting!
This book has been riveting! I can’t wait for the next book. I think I know who is the cop killer but I’ll wait to see if I’m right!!
Your books are so exciting!
February 25, 2026
awesome
Every book is always better than the last one. So many turns but yet it ends with love in the air.
Every book is always better than the last one. So many turns but yet it ends with love in the air.
May 15, 2026
Great!!!
This book was just as good if not better than the rest of the books in the series. I am looking forward to beginning the next one.
This book was just as good if not better than the rest of the books in the series. I am looking forward to beginning the next one.
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