Newlywed Hannah loves her new husband Owen, her new home in California–everything is golden except for her relationship with her stepdaughter, Bailey, who liked it better when it was just Bailey and Owen.

But when Owen disappears, they must work together to decode the notes Owen left behind.

Bailey’s note urges her to remember who she really is. Hannah’s note says simply: “Protect her.”

Barely trusting each other, confused and heartsick, Hannah and Bailey travel to Texas to unravel Owen’s secrets.

The clues come together slowly in this mystery, and make it a great choice for readers who value emotional connections over shocking twists.