{"title":"Liliana Hart","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"dirty-minds-paperback","title":"Dirty Minds - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLiliana Hart has captivated millions with her addictive storytelling and richly drawn characters. With over ten million books sold and multiple appearances on the New York Times bestseller list, Hart's talent for blending heart-pounding suspense, intricate mysteries, and deep emotional connections shines in Dirty Minds, the thrilling thirteenth installment of the beloved J.J. Graves Mystery Series.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the quaint yet evolving King George County, coroner and funeral home director J.J. Graves is no stranger to death. But when a lively Friday night at the trendy Purple Pig restaurant erupts into chaos with a hail of gunfire, J.J. finds herself at the heart of a chilling murder investigation. A single bullet claims a prominent local attorney, and as J.J. and her sheriff husband, Jack Lawson, peel back the layers of the victim's double life, they uncover a web of addiction, betrayal, and secrets that threatens to unravel their tight-knit community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the stakes rising and a cunning killer orchestrating a deadly game, J.J. and Jack must navigate a maze of motives-where every clue points to a conspiracy far darker than they imagined. As they balance their personal dreams of starting a family with the relentless demands of justice, the couple's bond is tested by the shadows of their past and the dangers lurking in their present. Packed with pulse-pounding action, sharp-witted dialogue, and heartfelt moments, Dirty Minds delivers a gripping mystery that will keep readers guessing until the final page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for fans of forensic thrillers, cozy mysteries with an edge, and small-town suspense, this unputdownable tale of murder, loyalty, and redemption will leave you eager for more. Dive into Dirty Minds and join J.J. Graves as she uncovers the truth in a case where no one is what they seem.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50101225259231,"sku":"9781968140120","price":18.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/trdFsGbVqL9781968140120.webp?v=1781068507"},{"product_id":"fighting-dirty-paperback","title":"Fighting Dirty - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn this electrifying new J.J. Graves mystery, New York Times bestselling author Liliana Hart weaves a heart-stopping tale of greed, loyalty, and survival, where fighting dirty is the only way to win.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn King George County, Virginia, where secrets run as deep as the tunnels beneath its streets, coroner J.J. Graves and Sheriff Jack Lawson uncover a brutal truth that threatens to tear their world apart. When a young ex-Marine is found dead in a dumpster behind an abandoned auto shop, his body bearing the marks of days of torture and a bullet to the back of the head, J.J.'s autopsy tells a chilling story. A disciplined fighter living a double life. Hidden cash. And an underground fighting ring run by a ruthless kingpin who rules through blood and fear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs J.J. and Jack infiltrate a world of rigged bets, broken bones, and dirty money, they quickly discover that no one in this fight plays fair. The deeper they dig, the more dangerous the game becomes, and it's clear that someone on the inside is making sure the wrong people stay one step ahead. With enemies closing in from every direction and more to lose than ever before, J.J. and Jack must go all in to bring justice before they're counted out for good.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50101942223071,"sku":"9781968140601","price":22.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/AI3WTCYoSU9781968140601.webp?v=1781075928"},{"product_id":"dirty-martini-paperback","title":"Dirty Martini - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrom International Bestselling Author Liliana Hart...Renowned for her razor-sharp suspense and unflinching exploration of human darkness, Hart crafts a relentless thriller that will enthrall fans of gritty crime dramas and intricate whodunits, plunging coroner J.J. Graves into a deadly conspiracy where greed and power corrupt absolutely.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the fog-draped shadows of King George County, Virginia, J.J. Graves faces a case that chills her to the core: the mutilated body of a prominent businessman, found in a derelict warehouse, his hands severed and a cryptic ledger clutched in his rigor-stiffened grip. As coroner, J.J. partners with Sheriff Jack Lawson, her husband and anchor, to unravel a trail of blood money that leads to the county's elite-a cabal of developers and politicians profiting from a ruthless land grab. Each clue, from forged deeds to offshore accounts, points to a scheme that's claimed lives to silence dissent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen a second victim, a whistleblower journalist, turns up with her throat slit and files missing, J.J. and Jack uncover a network of shell companies tied to a shadowy figure known only as \"The Broker.\" The investigation takes a personal turn as J.J.'s funeral home becomes a target, forcing her to confront buried truths about her own family's legacy. With Martinez's street-savvy instincts and tech-whiz Doug's digital sleuthing, the team races to expose a conspiracy that threatens to reshape King George County's future. But as bodies pile up and a traitor lurks within their ranks, J.J. must navigate a moral minefield where justice comes at a devastating cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirty Money is Liliana Hart at her finest-blending forensic precision, pulse-pounding action, and raw emotional depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50102262137055,"sku":"9781968140106","price":18.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/4tFZZbm7EI9781968140106.webp?v=1781079242"},{"product_id":"dirty-devil-paperback","title":"Dirty Devil - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrom New York Times Bestselling Author Liliana Hart comes the ninth electrifying chapter in Liliana Hart's J.J. Graves Mystery series. Tailored for readers who crave intricate murder mysteries, small-town secrets, and heart-wrenching personal stakes, this novel delivers a relentless blend of suspense, betrayal, and a marriage pushed to the breaking point.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn King George County, Virginia, coroner and mortician J.J. Graves is blindsided by a devastating scandal. A vicious article by journalist Floyd Parker exposes a hidden chapter from Sheriff Jack Lawson's past-an alleged affair and a child left behind-threatening Jack's re-election and fracturing the trust at the core of their marriage. When Jack questions whether J.J. betrayed his secret, she walks away, haunted by her father's warning to trust no one but herself. Yet, even as their personal lives crumble, a brutal new case demands their attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA gruesome murder echoes the recent killings tied to Donald Cotton, who targeted those profiting from a black market organ trade. A body, displayed on a scarecrow pole and savagely gutted, suggests a copycat-or a deeper conspiracy rooted in Cotton's quest for vengeance. As more victims surface, each marked by violent precision and cryptic messages, J.J. and Jack must unite their skills despite their estrangement. Their investigation uncovers ties to a years-old lawsuit against corrupt medical practices, where greed led to deadly consequences. The killer, driven by a warped sense of justice, is targeting those who escaped punishment-lawyers, doctors, and witnesses alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs J.J. unravels the connections, she suspects the scandal tearing her marriage apart may intertwine with the murders. With time running out, J.J. and Jack face a cunning adversary who won't hesitate to strike again. Can they mend their broken trust to catch the killer, or will their personal wounds leave them vulnerable to a deadly endgame?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInfused with Liliana Hart's signature mix of high-stakes suspense, poignant emotion, and simmering romance, Playing Dirty is a compelling read for fans of character-driven thrillers. Follow J.J. Graves as she battles for justice and fights to save the love that defines her in this riveting addition to the bestselling series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50102285730015,"sku":"9781968140083","price":18.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/DV_aKKrGXZ9781968140083.webp?v=1781079283"}],"url":"https:\/\/blackandbarhe.com\/collections\/liliana-hart.oembed","provider":"Black \u0026 Barhe Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}