Masquerade - Redemption Trilogy Author:Lissa Litka Trapped in an abusive relationship, Claire Matthews does her best to blend in. She works her nursing shift and keeps her NFL star boyfriend, Steven Roberts, updated on where she is and what she's doing. Her close friend Beth has shared about the hope her faith brings, but Claire knows Beth can't understand her predicament. Nothing can protect he... more »r from Steven. No one has. When a miscommunication brings Steven's full wrath upon her, leaving Claire beaten beyond recognition, Claire sees a way out. With the help of a friend who's a skilled plastic surgeon, Claire has a new face and a new home several states away. Claire feels welcomed in the sleepy Maine town, but she is living a Masquerade as Jaime Matthews. Suppressing details from her past keeps burgeoning friendships from deepening as she'd like. And when a dead woman washes up on the beach near Claire's home, the charming detective Harris Brown investigates. As details emerge, Claire's protection of her identity becomes even more tenuous. Is it best to continue the Masquerade, or can she risk revealing the truth to one whose affection she fears losing forever? Lissa Litka's suspenseful novel will keep you guessing from the start as Claire seeks a lasting freedom.« less