Allie Smith is a liar.

For starters, her name isn't Smith—but it sounds common enough to hide her real identity. And with a new haircut and some hair dye, no one will recognize her on the other side of the country. Or so she hopes.

Years after running away from home and the memories of her kidnapping, Allie finds her footing again in a small town in Maine. She has a safe roof over her head, freedom, and a job she loves at The Lair—a local bar managed by a stoic, protective ex–Navy SEAL who makes her heart beat faster than it should.

But the internet never forgets, and Allie's parents made sure her most vulnerable years were broadcast for millions to see. When her past resurfaces and her true identity is at risk of being discovered, Allie finds that her growing crush on her older boss isn't her biggest problem after all.

The Lair is a romantic suspense novel that explores the consequences of overexposing children on the internet. Mixed with a slow-burning romance full of tension, it's perfect for readers who enjoy grumpy x sunshine, age gap, and boss x employee romances. Contains mature content. A complete list of content warnings can be found on the author's website.