The Assistant

Shelby, a lifelong St. Louis resident, faces a life-altering crisis when her eccentric employer sends her to retrieve a mysterious delivery. This high-stakes mission spirals into chaos, involving a kidnapping, a shooting, and the sudden disappearance of her wealthy boss. The Assistant, volume 1, follows Shelby as she navigates a web of danger and uncertainty following these violent events.

A determined detective investigates the disappearance, only to find his professional duties intertwining with a personal connection to Shelby. As the two form an unexpected bond, they must confront dangerous individuals while searching for the missing entrepreneur and his lost cargo. This suspenseful mystery explores the tension between law enforcement and the secrets held by those caught in the crossfire. TheresaAnn Payne delivers a gripping tale of intrigue and romance in this first installment.