6 Books for the Darker Side of Valentine’s Day

Editors Note: Jodi & Todd— He is a cheater. She is non-confrontational...until he goes too far. Todd’s philandering ways lead him to leave Jodi for his much younger mistress. And he plans to take their affluent lifestyle with him. After years of loyalty to this relentless adulter, Jodi decides she must settle the score; Todd must die. Perhaps the roles of victim and killer aren’t as clear as they seem.

Editors Note: Ted & Miranda— Ted and his wife were a mismatch from the start—he the rich businessman, she the artistic free spirit—a contrast that once inflamed their passion, but has now become a cliché. But their game turns a little darker when Ted jokes that he could kill Miranda for what she’s done. A stranger with a legacy of murder offers to help.

Editors Note: Hannah & Lowell— A husband and wife spat over an unpaid energy bill takes a bad turn in an already strained marriage. Hannah is impulsive and resentment of workaholic Lowell spurs decision she can’t take back. Hannah vanishes, leaving speculation and anger in her wake. Lovell is forced to examine his marriage while dodging lies and allegations.

Editors Note: Nick & Amy— Nick and Amy are celebrating their fifth wedding anniversary, but it's not as happy an occasion as it seems. Their marriage is strained with frustration and adultery when Amy goes missing. Passages from Amy's diary reveal the alpha-girl perfectionist could have put anyone dangerously on edge. Under mounting pressure from the police and the media—as well as Amy’s fiercely doting parents—the town golden boy parades an endless series of lies, deceits, and inappropriate behavior.

Editors Note: Christine & Ben— Anterograde amnesia is a fickle thing but it may not be the worst element in Christine’s life. Her memory disorder keeps her from seeing the real danger so she keeps a daily journal. Every night, her memory is wiped clean. As her journal grows, Christine realizes Ben may not be the upstanding husband she is led to believe he is.

Editors Note: Laurel & Warren— Illicit affairs, destruction, a hostage, and a positive pregnancy test weave a torrid tale all taking place with a 24-hour period. Warren receives an anonymous tip that his beloved wife, Laurel, is having an affair but he doesn’t know the identity of her lover. In a rampage fueled by rage, Warren takes her hostage. Secrets will push the limits of sanity.