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SECRETS IN THE STEEL
Gwen Kingsman is the best young project manager in the business, but a spectacular professional failure has left her confidence shattered. A job offer in the arid landscape of St. George, Utah, for a mysterious biotech firm named Interfusion working with the feds and the state, promises a fresh start—and a massive paycheck. The fast-track a $300 million state-of-the-art biomedical research facility.
But as Gwen navigates the world of fast-paced construction, her instincts tell her something is dangerously wrong. The plans are sparse, the deadlines impossible, and the non-disclosure agreement suffocating. What begins as a question of bureaucratic oversight quickly spirals into a terrifying conspiracy.
The facility is being built for research far more volatile than she was told—secret labs where scientists like the ambitious Dr. Hugo Perez are playing God with deadly viruses and groundbreaking, yet morally gray, "designer baby" technology.
When the first traces of viral contamination and a professor's disappearance turn into a horrifying, blood-stained reality, Gwen must risk her career and her life to expose Interfusion’s web of lies and stop a catastrophe before it’s too late.
But as Gwen navigates the world of fast-paced construction, her instincts tell her something is dangerously wrong. The plans are sparse, the deadlines impossible, and the non-disclosure agreement suffocating. What begins as a question of bureaucratic oversight quickly spirals into a terrifying conspiracy.
The facility is being built for research far more volatile than she was told—secret labs where scientists like the ambitious Dr. Hugo Perez are playing God with deadly viruses and groundbreaking, yet morally gray, "designer baby" technology.
When the first traces of viral contamination and a professor's disappearance turn into a horrifying, blood-stained reality, Gwen must risk her career and her life to expose Interfusion’s web of lies and stop a catastrophe before it’s too late.
242 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 13, 2025
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April 27, 2026
If you crave high-stakes medical thrillers in the tradition of Robin Cook and Michael Crichton, you’re going to love Wendy Lou King’s “Secrets in the Steel.”
In her debut novel, King introduces Gwen Kingsman, a no-nonsense project manager known for delivering on time, on budget, and without excuses. But her latest assignment—a state-of-the-art biomedical research facility rising out of the Southern Utah desert—isn’t going according to plan. Something feels off. Something that could put the community of St. George, Utah, on the map for all the wrong reasons.
Gwen does what she does best: she assembles a team and starts asking hard questions. That’s when things get roller-coaster crazy, with twists and turns you’d never expect.
Drawing on her background in large-scale project management, King crafts a smart, capable heroine you’ll want on your side when things go sideways. And as a transplant from California to the Southwest desert, King captures the essence of the desert scene and the lore of Southern Utah. As a fellow California-to-Southern Utah migrant, I found myself completely pulled in by her connection to the landscape.
Kudos, Wendy Lou King, on Book One in your Gwen Kingsman series. I can’t wait to read the sequel.
In her debut novel, King introduces Gwen Kingsman, a no-nonsense project manager known for delivering on time, on budget, and without excuses. But her latest assignment—a state-of-the-art biomedical research facility rising out of the Southern Utah desert—isn’t going according to plan. Something feels off. Something that could put the community of St. George, Utah, on the map for all the wrong reasons.
Gwen does what she does best: she assembles a team and starts asking hard questions. That’s when things get roller-coaster crazy, with twists and turns you’d never expect.
Drawing on her background in large-scale project management, King crafts a smart, capable heroine you’ll want on your side when things go sideways. And as a transplant from California to the Southwest desert, King captures the essence of the desert scene and the lore of Southern Utah. As a fellow California-to-Southern Utah migrant, I found myself completely pulled in by her connection to the landscape.
Kudos, Wendy Lou King, on Book One in your Gwen Kingsman series. I can’t wait to read the sequel.
January 8, 2026
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Here’s a polished version of your 5-star review that keeps the tone enthusiastic and authentic:
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> **5 out of 5 stars – A Thrilling Debut!**
> *Secrets in Steele* is an absolute page-turner. Gwen Kingsman is a fierce and determined protagonist who stops at nothing to unravel a dangerous, diabolical plot. The author’s vivid character development makes you quickly grow attached to Gwen and her loyal comrades, whose courage and cleverness shine through every twist. The pacing is sharp, the stakes are high, and the conclusion is deeply satisfying. I can’t wait to see what adventures await in the next Gwen Kingsman mystery!
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Here’s a polished version of your 5-star review that keeps the tone enthusiastic and authentic:
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> **5 out of 5 stars – A Thrilling Debut!**
> *Secrets in Steele* is an absolute page-turner. Gwen Kingsman is a fierce and determined protagonist who stops at nothing to unravel a dangerous, diabolical plot. The author’s vivid character development makes you quickly grow attached to Gwen and her loyal comrades, whose courage and cleverness shine through every twist. The pacing is sharp, the stakes are high, and the conclusion is deeply satisfying. I can’t wait to see what adventures await in the next Gwen Kingsman mystery!
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