Hidden Resolution

by T.M. Cromer

Hidden Resolution is a captivating blend of contemporary romance and romantic suspense, where sizzling attraction collides with high-stakes danger in a small town.

Love is off the table, but a carefree tropical fling is always on Mason’s menu. Relationship-adverse Mason Sharp believes he’s found the perfect woman for a bit of fun in the sun in Shonda Grant. What he’s really found is a hot mess!

It only takes one look at Mason, and Shonda’s internal alarm screams, “Danger, Will Robinson!” Although she’s up for the challenge, navigating the tricky waters of a vacation romance is a lot more difficult when a sinister threat lurks in the shadows. After Shonda’s suite is ransacked, paradise turns perilous.

As Mason battles his ever-growing affection for Shonda, their quest for answers draws them into a world of betrayal and deadly secrets, pitting them against an enemy who will stop at nothing to stay hidden. Now, they must outwit the orchestrator of this perilous chess match before it’s game over.

This book is an updated re-release of the original 2016 The Trouble with Lust.

286 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 29, 2025

About the author

T.M. Cromer is a multi-award-winning sorceress of the written word and fearless architect of high-stakes paranormal romance. With a flair for twisty plots, slow burns, and swaggering heroes hot enough to scorch the page, she conjures stories that hook readers and refuse to let go. From her cozy PNW lair, flanked by two Hellhounds and an unholy amount of caffeine ambition, she weaves love, danger, and humor into every page. Whether it’s witches, sirens, or magical assassins, her characters never behave, and neither do her stories.

When she’s not dreaming up new ways to ruin her characters’ lives before crafting their HEA, she’s daydreaming about swimming with orcas or cackling over a particularly clever line of dialogue. Come for the magic, stay for the heartbreak, and maybe fall a little too hard for a man who only exists on the page.

T.M.’s stories are 100% certified organic, author-created content. No artificial intelligence was used in the writing of her books.


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Reviews

[Karen Evans · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my stars once you start reading Mason and Shonda’s story you won’t be able to put it down it’s that good.

[Shannon Urban · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hidden Resolution is full of all the angst, humor, and suspense (with a twist you won’t see coming) that I love about T.M. Cromer’s books. Great second in series book!

[Sarah Festa · Rating 4 out of 5]

You ever want to reach into a book and flick the forehead of the love interest?

Exactly how I felt about our dear old Mason, tortured by unresolved pain from his past making it hard for him to get close to anyone other than his family. Especially anything romantic.

Shonda was an absolute fire cracker, though like many of us unable to stop herself from doing things she knows will lead ro heartbreak.

I really enjoyed seeing a different perspective from the first Book's events and seeing all the characters again.

I am so excited for Dane's story! I wonder who will snag that cheeky handsome man.

[Lee Poole · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a rollercoaster of passion, intrigue, suspense and action with spicy scenes that'll have you reaching for a fan to cool off. One drop dead gorgeous sassy woman looking for love and an equally drop dead gorgeous but clueless hunk fighting his love for her. You'll want to love Shonda but smack the hell out of Mason but you'll love this book. One question - Did you just sniff me? 🤣🤣🤣
Note: read Burning Resolution first otherwise you will read spoilers in this book as they overlap in places

[Beate Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

T.M Cromer did it again with Hidden Resolution (Stonebrook Book 2). She captured the characters just perfectly like it was you or me. A normal vacation to an Island turns into adventure, mystery and excitement. Mason who you love to hate and Shondra who you root for, feel for her are the perfect match and I loved their humor and her sassiness in certain situations. Going on vacation from now on will never be the same after reading this funny well crafted book.
I couldn't put it down and it is a must read..

[Deb Diem · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hidden Resolution is a fantastic read by T.M. Cromer.
Shonda and Mason's twisted tale is packed with my favorite "s" words - sass, snark, suspense and sizzle. You'll also find my favorite "h" words - humor and hilarity. Hidden Resolution is part of the Stone Brooke Series but is a complete book, NOT a cliffhanger.

This book was previously released as The Trouble With Lust but has been rewritten into a better version.

I read an ARC of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Kim Bekdernah · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this second trip into Stonebrooke. It is actually set parallel to book one but this is from Mason and Shonda’s point of view and it really keeps those pages turning. There are so many twists you are constantly changing what you believe to be the plot! It definitely keeps you guessing. I recommend you read this series!

[Marjon Reinink · Rating 5 out of 5]

Back in Stonebrook, and loved it again! An emotional unavailable guy, a strong  independent woman, instant attraction but fighting it to the death (almost). Suspense, romance, heat, it's all there. Can't wait for book 3,  gimme gimme gimme😍 T.M. Cromer rocks again!

[cindy minnie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow !!

I love both books!! Can't wait for the next one. T.M.Comer has 5 stars and more for all her!! I tell everyone I know to read her books ,they all are great!