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Fear the Night
Adrienne “Max” Maxwell has everything she wants in life.
Except sleep.
Her fear of the night (Nyctophobia) stems from the brutal murder of her mother when she was ten.
Strange things keep happening to Max. Objects in her home disappear and she finds unwashed dishes from a meal she doesn’t remember eating. As these problems continue, she begins to doubt her mental stability.
She has a successful career in home renovation. Her childhood friend, Nate, and his daughter, Emma, are her only family.
Her new neighbor and customer, Angus McLaren, is a research scientist. It doesn’t take him long to figure out Max’s fears. He finds this strong, independent woman appealing and works to gain her trust, even as her mother’s killer looms nearby.
Stopping him from carrying out his depraved agenda will require all of Max’s strength and that of her family of friends.
Except sleep.
Her fear of the night (Nyctophobia) stems from the brutal murder of her mother when she was ten.
Strange things keep happening to Max. Objects in her home disappear and she finds unwashed dishes from a meal she doesn’t remember eating. As these problems continue, she begins to doubt her mental stability.
She has a successful career in home renovation. Her childhood friend, Nate, and his daughter, Emma, are her only family.
Her new neighbor and customer, Angus McLaren, is a research scientist. It doesn’t take him long to figure out Max’s fears. He finds this strong, independent woman appealing and works to gain her trust, even as her mother’s killer looms nearby.
Stopping him from carrying out his depraved agenda will require all of Max’s strength and that of her family of friends.
218 pages, Paperback
Published June 2, 2021
About the author
Dianne McCartney
22 books17 followersDianne McCartney is an award-winning writer, speaker and contest judge from Bartlett, Tennessee. Her latest book, Twice Scorned, was released on Feb. 10, 2026. Her other fifteen books are mainstream and romantic suspense.
She has a treasure trove of awards from contests in Oklahoma and Texas and is a long-standing member of the Oklahoma Writers Federation, Inc. Other memberships include Sisters-In-Crime, The Tornado Alley SinC, The Oklahoma Romance Writers Guild and Rose Rock Writers.
She has a treasure trove of awards from contests in Oklahoma and Texas and is a long-standing member of the Oklahoma Writers Federation, Inc. Other memberships include Sisters-In-Crime, The Tornado Alley SinC, The Oklahoma Romance Writers Guild and Rose Rock Writers.
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September 25, 2026
This is a sweet romance that is created with a new guy, Angus, in town. He arrives at just the right time to bring peace to his own life and help his new acquaintances, who turn into fast friends.
The book rides the why is Max afraid of the dark, wave for a while before it is revealed. Discovering that most people are affected by something is the basis I took from this story. And good or bad, all things have to be confronted and resolved to move forward.
Angus is a strong character, with a strong name that his six-year-old neighbor pronounces Agnus. That was cute. The other characters were just as engaging and memorable, making the story come together in a good way.
If you want a sweet, non-violent romantic read, then you will enjoy this book.
The book rides the why is Max afraid of the dark, wave for a while before it is revealed. Discovering that most people are affected by something is the basis I took from this story. And good or bad, all things have to be confronted and resolved to move forward.
Angus is a strong character, with a strong name that his six-year-old neighbor pronounces Agnus. That was cute. The other characters were just as engaging and memorable, making the story come together in a good way.
If you want a sweet, non-violent romantic read, then you will enjoy this book.
January 22, 2024
Highly recommended
If you enjoy well-written stories, a comfortable setting, and relatable characters, I recommend you read this one. I look forward to reading this author's other books.
If you enjoy well-written stories, a comfortable setting, and relatable characters, I recommend you read this one. I look forward to reading this author's other books.
September 6, 2021
Loved this book. I really liked the characters and the action. I couldn't put this book down and can't wait for the next one.
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