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Fatal Obsession
She thought she was in control. She thought she knew the man she loved. She was wrong.
Tess Prescott’s summer at the luxurious Breakers Resort is supposed to be simple—long days by the lake, family dinners, and a fleeting summer romance.
Then she meets Jason Moretti.
Darkly charismatic and impossible to resist, Jason pulls Tess into a whirlwind affair that feels thrilling… until she discovers the truth about the powerful world he comes from.
Everyone warns her to stay away.
Her family.
Her friends.
Even the charming and persistent Dr. Jared Brooks.
But Tess believes she sees the real Jason—the man beneath the rumors and whispers.
Until the lies start unraveling.
As secrets surface and tensions escalate, Tess realizes she may be trapped in a dangerous game where trust is a luxury she can’t afford. Someone is watching. Someone is manipulating the truth. And the deeper her feelings grow, the harder it becomes to tell obsession from love.
Now Tess must confront a terrifying
How far will someone go to keep the woman they want?
Perfect for fans of Verity, The Last Mrs. Parrish, and You, Fatal Obsession is a dark romantic suspense about deception, desire, and the dangerous allure of a man who refuses to let go.
Dive into the obsession today.
**This dark romantic suspense features morally complex characters, emotional manipulation, and an obsessive love story.
Tess Prescott’s summer at the luxurious Breakers Resort is supposed to be simple—long days by the lake, family dinners, and a fleeting summer romance.
Then she meets Jason Moretti.
Darkly charismatic and impossible to resist, Jason pulls Tess into a whirlwind affair that feels thrilling… until she discovers the truth about the powerful world he comes from.
Everyone warns her to stay away.
Her family.
Her friends.
Even the charming and persistent Dr. Jared Brooks.
But Tess believes she sees the real Jason—the man beneath the rumors and whispers.
Until the lies start unraveling.
As secrets surface and tensions escalate, Tess realizes she may be trapped in a dangerous game where trust is a luxury she can’t afford. Someone is watching. Someone is manipulating the truth. And the deeper her feelings grow, the harder it becomes to tell obsession from love.
Now Tess must confront a terrifying
How far will someone go to keep the woman they want?
Perfect for fans of Verity, The Last Mrs. Parrish, and You, Fatal Obsession is a dark romantic suspense about deception, desire, and the dangerous allure of a man who refuses to let go.
Dive into the obsession today.
**This dark romantic suspense features morally complex characters, emotional manipulation, and an obsessive love story.
230 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 2, 2025
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September 9, 2025
A wealthy family—mom, dad, and their two daughters—spend their summer at an extravagant resort. 🌴 I can’t imagine being rich enough to vacation for the entire summer! 💸
What stood out was how quickly Dr. Jared Brooks seemed invested in Tess Prescott’s love life. Too quickly! Tess’s summer at Breakers Resort involves alot of sneaking around and secrets because she has fallen for Jason Moretti, a man tied to a dangerous crime syndicate. Trust quickly becomes a rare commodity as Tess faces manipulation and the unsettling realization of how far people will go to control her.
Everyone, including her family, friends, and even the easy going but persistent Dr. Brooks, warns her to stay away from Jason. But Tess is convinced she sees the “real” Jason, the man behind the façade. Still, secrets surface, and the lies become harder to ignore.
The banter between Tess and Jared is witty and entertaining, and just when you’re enjoying their exchanges, it escalates into a passionate kiss! It all feels a bit like something I might have read back in high school, but that adds to the nostalgic charm.
What stood out was how quickly Dr. Jared Brooks seemed invested in Tess Prescott’s love life. Too quickly! Tess’s summer at Breakers Resort involves alot of sneaking around and secrets because she has fallen for Jason Moretti, a man tied to a dangerous crime syndicate. Trust quickly becomes a rare commodity as Tess faces manipulation and the unsettling realization of how far people will go to control her.
Everyone, including her family, friends, and even the easy going but persistent Dr. Brooks, warns her to stay away from Jason. But Tess is convinced she sees the “real” Jason, the man behind the façade. Still, secrets surface, and the lies become harder to ignore.
The banter between Tess and Jared is witty and entertaining, and just when you’re enjoying their exchanges, it escalates into a passionate kiss! It all feels a bit like something I might have read back in high school, but that adds to the nostalgic charm.
March 15, 2026
wasted my time
September 2, 2025
I just finished "Fatal Obsession"!! What a page-turner!! It will keep you on the edge of your seat & wondering what's going to happen next!!! Another 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 read!!
July 17, 2025
📚 Book Review by R.M. Campbell 📚
Fatal Obsession
By
N. H. Steele
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Tess Prescott and her family embark on the perfect summer vacation at a luxurious resort that has all the amenities vacation dreams are made of. Her father, a prominent physician, has made all the plans for the family vacation, including a luxury cabin overlooking a lake, fine food, a spa, hiking trails, and even an on-site physician, the young and handsome Dr. Jared Brooks. Little does Tess’s father know that Tess has a boyfriend, Jason Moretti, who has ties to criminal elements, a factor that Tess prefers to ignore for love. Tess plans to sneak out to meet up with Jason every chance she can. When Jarad Brooks is introduced to Tess, he is immediately captivated by her, and when Tess gets the chance to work for Dr. Brooks, she jumps at the opportunity, hoping it will make meeting up with Jason easier. Jarad learns of Jason’s background and becomes obsessed with trying to protect Tess from the dangers associated with being entangled with Jason, and will do anything in his power to tear them apart, including lecturing Tess, lying, and manipulating her. Tess is torn, confused, and uncertain about what direction her future should take.
I utterly enjoyed reading this book; it was fabulous. The world-building was incredible, and I found myself conflicted with the dilemma that haunted Tess. The plot was exceptionally well-written with plenty of action, emotions, suspense, and tension that will keep the reader turning pages. The romantic segments were clean but heart-wrenching, and the reader could feel the intensity of the characters' feelings. The story was unpredictable, with some unexpected twists that created surprises as the story developed. This was definitely a page-turner for me and left me wanting more. I would highly recommend Fatal Obsession. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book.
Fatal Obsession
By
N. H. Steele
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Tess Prescott and her family embark on the perfect summer vacation at a luxurious resort that has all the amenities vacation dreams are made of. Her father, a prominent physician, has made all the plans for the family vacation, including a luxury cabin overlooking a lake, fine food, a spa, hiking trails, and even an on-site physician, the young and handsome Dr. Jared Brooks. Little does Tess’s father know that Tess has a boyfriend, Jason Moretti, who has ties to criminal elements, a factor that Tess prefers to ignore for love. Tess plans to sneak out to meet up with Jason every chance she can. When Jarad Brooks is introduced to Tess, he is immediately captivated by her, and when Tess gets the chance to work for Dr. Brooks, she jumps at the opportunity, hoping it will make meeting up with Jason easier. Jarad learns of Jason’s background and becomes obsessed with trying to protect Tess from the dangers associated with being entangled with Jason, and will do anything in his power to tear them apart, including lecturing Tess, lying, and manipulating her. Tess is torn, confused, and uncertain about what direction her future should take.
I utterly enjoyed reading this book; it was fabulous. The world-building was incredible, and I found myself conflicted with the dilemma that haunted Tess. The plot was exceptionally well-written with plenty of action, emotions, suspense, and tension that will keep the reader turning pages. The romantic segments were clean but heart-wrenching, and the reader could feel the intensity of the characters' feelings. The story was unpredictable, with some unexpected twists that created surprises as the story developed. This was definitely a page-turner for me and left me wanting more. I would highly recommend Fatal Obsession. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book.
March 5, 2026
Good read, worth a book club option
March 31, 2026
This was too much like the other three books.
April 1, 2026
The story was a solid, good story with some points averaging above good. It is a quick and easy read.
I can’t believe it’s been a year and no cover art for it here on Goodreads.
I can’t believe it’s been a year and no cover art for it here on Goodreads.
April 19, 2026
Way too over the top ridiculous in plot and character actions. No likable characters. Story was just average and missed a lot of opportunities to be better. Decent enough ending.
April 22, 2026
Didn't like the amateurish sounding recording and people hated the story. I always give the free Listens on Audible a good shake but meh.
April 22, 2026
Very good
May 15, 2026
Reminded me of Sydney Sheldon
June 4, 2026
Seriously, all three main characters are nuts! -KM
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