The Devil’s Safe: A Stella Fargo Mystery-Thriller (A Stella Fargo Novel Book 1) by M.J. Holt

After her friend’s husband is murdered, graduate student Stella Fargo does the woman an innocuous favor. This makes the late husband’s employees think that Stella knows where the devil’s safe containing millions of dollars of missing drugs and money is hidden. They hunt her, try to kidnap and torture her so that she will reveal where it is. She flees the men, only to uncover a dark family secret that plunges her into more danger. This makes the police suspect that she is part of the drug syndicate and want to arrest her. Her vindictive ex-fiancé uses the situation to try to force her out of school and her job. She wants her life back, and only she can save herself or become one of the dead. … combines a fast-paced plot, engaging and dynamic characters, and breathless suspense to delight readers of thrillers and mysteries alike. 5 out of 5 stars — Book Review Directory “This on-the-run crime thriller offers mystery fans dynamic leads, intense action, and surprising twists.” — Publishers Weekly Booklife Reviews