A Killer in Texas

In the search for a murderer, the hunter becomes the prey…

While guarding a person of interest in several homicides, bodyguard Libby Winters is attacked by the real serial killer. The Eye, as he’s known, has been stalking her for the past two months, and now he’s ready to make his next move. Determined not to repeat past mistakes, protection specialist Axel Spears vows to keep his partner safe and take down the man who murdered his wife. Caught in a perilous game of cat and mouse, can they unmask and bring down their deadly enemy…before they become the next victims?  

Releases December 30th, 2025

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The Girl Upstairs

She bought this house to save her marriage. Unearthing its secrets might just claim her life.

Gwen McDaniel’s life is broken. But she knows the perfect place to fix it. Cold Harbor, Maine is where she used to vacation with her parents as a child, an idyllic small town with views of Acadia National Park. Here, she and Steven can start over, renovating their cliff-side fixer-upper while patching up their marriage. Soon, everything will be better.

Except from the moment they arrive, Gwen sees and hears things, and it’s more than just the drafts and shadows that are part of any old house. Steven downplays her fears, warning her not to fixate on problems as she has in the past. But Gwen spent years as a homicide detective, and her instincts don’t lie. Something happened here. Proof comes when she rips up the attic’s old carpet to discover a chilling message carved into the wood.

As Gwen delves into the history of the house and Cold Harbor community, she begins to piece the fragments together. And gradually, a terrifying picture emerges: A missing girl. A house of horrors. And a dark, decades-old nightmare that is more haunting than Gwen ever imagined…

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Releasing April 28th, 2026! 

Attempted Mountain Abduction

The only way to escape hit men in pursuit is through the icy wilderness.

Hired to protect a murdered tech mogul’s daughter, undercover bodyguard Bridge Spencer never expects his ex-fiancée to blow his cover…while she’s trying to kidnap the child. But before he and former CIA spy Wendy Dawson can figure out whose side they’re on, they’re attacked. Setting aside his heartbreak, Bridge has no choice but to team up with the woman who abruptly dumped him in a letter three years ago. Guarding the child from assailants who are after her father’s top secret technology is priority one. But in the frigid Smoky Mountains, dangers are everywhere. The question is…which one is deadliest?

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Threat of Revenge (Dakota K-9 Unit Book 6)

A vendetta from the past puts a K-9 team in the crosshairs.

Following an anonymous tip about a gun-trafficking ring, patrol officer Jenna Morrow arrives in small-town North Dakota—and narrowly escapes the bomb that detonates in her car. Rescued by rancher Clay Miller, Jenna and her K-9 partner, Augie, take refuge at his remote property to continue her investigation. But even when she’s under Clay’s protection, an unknown assailant continues to threaten Jenna, making it clear someone wants her dead…and it’s personal. As the killer closes in, Jenna and Clay must unmask an attacker who won’t stop until a long-awaited revenge is complete…

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Dakota K-9 Unit
Book 1: Chasing a Kidnapper by Laura Scott
Book 2: Deadly Badlands Pursuit by Sharee Stover
Book 3: Standing Watch by Terri Reed
Book 4: Cold Case Peril by Maggie K. Black
Book 5: Tracing Killer Evidence by Jodie Bailey
Book 6: Threat of Revenge by Jessica R. Patch
Book 7: Double Protection Duty by Sharon Dunn
Book 8: Final Showdown by Valerie Hansen

 

 

Deadly Christmas Inheritance

This holiday, an unexpected gift could be lethal.

Returning to her employer’s estate, caretaker Teegan Albright discovers the elderly woman dead—next to her own twin sister’s body. And when the masked killer appears and turns his knife toward her, Teegan finds a surprising ally and protector in Rhode Spencer—crime scene cleaner, private investigator…and the unknowing father of her two-year-old twins. After she inherits the rich lady’s fortune and the killer strikes again, all signs point to Teegan as the original target. Now with a greedy family topping the suspect list, can the pair unwrap a murderer’s identity…before Christmas turns deadly?

Coming November 26, 2024

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Trail of Threats (Mountain Country K-9 Unit Book 6)

An arsonist at large… A K-9 team in the line of fire.

Single mom Sadie Owens’s fear of being watched is confirmed when her home is set ablaze—while she and her son are trapped inside. Officer Rocco Manelli and his arson dog arrive in the nick of time to make a rescue. But as attacks persist, it’s up to Rocco to keep Sadie and her three-year-old safe from a criminal with a lethal agenda. Can he keep a vengeful arsonist from scorching a deadly path through Elk Valley—before Sadie and her son become the next victims?  

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

Mountain Country K-9 Unit

Book 1: Baby Protection Mission by Laura Scott
Book 2: Her Duty Bound Defender by Sharee Stover
Book 3: Chasing Justice by Valerie Hansen
Book 4: Crime Scene Secrets by Maggie K. Black
Book 5: Montana Abduction Rescue by Jodie Bailey
Book 6: Trail of Threats by Jessica R. Patch
Book 7: Tracing a Killer by Sharon Dunn

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Cold Case Target

Caught in a serial killer’s deadly game with nowhere to turn…

Interrupting an attempted murder—and leaving with incriminating evidence—makes Sissy Spencer a serial killer’s next target. With a flash drive in her possession containing disturbing proof of multiple murders, Sissy has no choice but to trust her ex-boyfriend, private investigator Beau Brighton, to keep her safe. But can they unravel the clues and track down a killer…before he catches them first.

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The Other Sister

She thought she was the only one lying about her identity. Until she stepped into her sister’s life.

Charlotte Kane has always dreamed of a different life, one where she isn’t living paycheck to paycheck. An existence worlds away from the chaos of her own. Then her estranged mother dies, and Charlotte makes a stunning discovery—she has an identical twin who was given up for adoption.

Acelynn Benedict is polished, successful and seems to have everything Charlotte yearns for—a wealthy, doting family in Savannah, a handsome boyfriend, a great career. She’s just as surprised as Charlotte to learn she has a sister. But when tragedy hits and Charlotte is forced to assume Acelynn’s identity in a desperate moment, she uncovers something altogether darker…

No one in her sister’s life is quite who they seem to be. And every discovery leads Charlotte deeper into a web of deadly secrets. Charlotte may have wanted Acelynn’s life, yet now that she’s living it, she wants out. But if she reveals the truth about herself, it will mean returning to her old life—and she’s already a dead woman there.

 

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Acclaim for The Other Sister:

“Brilliant writing, sharp dialogue and a fast-paced plot!” NYT Bestselling author, Lisa Childs

“Things are not as sisterly as they seem in Jessica Patch’s The Other Sister, in which a woman lying about her identity slips into her twin sister’s life. Add to that a shocking murder, a pile of long-held secrets, and plenty of toxic family dynamics, and readers will be glued to the pages until deep into the night. A twisty tale packed with juicy surprises.” ~ Kimberly Belle, internationally bestselling author of The Paris Widow

“I’m a sucker for thrillers involving twin sisters, and this one did not disappoint. THE OTHER SISTER is a fun, twisty read that had me quickly turning the pages. The twist was well-done and satisfying, and, bonus, I did not guess it! I enjoyed every moment of this book and highly recommend it!“ ~ Amber Garza, Author of When I Was You

“The Other Sister is a masterful blend of suspense and shocking revelations. A must-read for anyone who loves a dark and thrilling tale of family, secrets and the fight to survive.” – Lynette Eason, best-selling, award winning author of the Lake City Heroes series.

The Other Sister is an amazing story I didn’t want to end! Jessica Patch’s writing chops are really on display in this tightly spun tale.” -Carrie Stuart Parks, Multiple Christy Award winning author
 
“Not a romance—and not for the squeamish—but filled with so many intriguing twists and turns it should come with a whiplash warning.” ~ Irene Hannon, bestselling author of the Undaunted Courage series

“Jessica Patch can always be counted on for nail-biting suspense. The Other Sister is no exception. One warning – don’t start reading too late in the day. You’ll be up all night turning the pages until you reach the satisfying conclusion!” ~Nancy Mehl, Author of the Erin Delaney Mysteries

The Other Sister might not be for the faint-hearted, but if you’re after a heart-pounding psychological thriller full of dark secrets and jaw-dropping twists, this one will keep you hooked until the very last page.” Lisa Harris~ USA Today, ECPA, and CBA Best-selling author

“Disturbing, twisted, and absolutely addicting, The Other Sister delivers all of the spine-tingling chills and thrills. Jessica Patch is at the top of her game and you don’t want to miss this 5 star sinister read that will leave you completely shocked!” ~Natalie Walters, award winning and best selling author of Living Lies, and SNAP Agency series

“Great book! Grabs you from the first page. This is what I call seatbelt suspense because of all the twists and turns you need to be strapped in. You will love this read!” ~Janice Cantore, bestselling author of One Final Target

“The Other Sister is downright incredible. I was so engrossed by the writing, I almost started to think of the characters as real people. The twists will make you question everything, and when you get to the end, you’re going to turn back to the beginning so you can trace every thread. Buy two copies of The Other Sister, because you’re definitely going to have some “Did that just happen?!?” moments that you’ll want to discuss with a friend.” Jodie Bailey, NYT Bestselling Author

“Jessica R. Patch offers an unparalleled psychological thrill ride in The Other Sister. Plot twists I never saw coming and a cast of incredibly complex characters who have you cheering for them one moment and hating them the next. The Other Sister is a dive into our own psyche and the fragile human mind that battles temptations and the ways we so easily deceive ourselves, especially when we want something unattainable. No one writes psychological thrillers like Jessica R. Patch.” ~Sharee Stover, bestselling author of Guarded by the Marshal

 

 

 

 

The Garden Girls

On a remote Outer Banks island, a serial killer collects his prized specimens. And to stop him, an FBI agent must confront his own twisted past.

FBI agent Tiberius Granger has seen his share of darkness. But a new case sets him on edge. It’s not just the macabre way both victims—found posed in front of lighthouses—are tattooed with flowers that match their names. There’s also the unsettling connection to the woman Ty once loved and to the shadowy cult they both risked everything to escape.  

Bexley Hemmingway’s sister has gone missing, and she’ll do anything to find her—including teaming up with Ty. That may prove a mistake, and not just because Ty doesn’t know he’s the father of her teenaged son. It seems the killer is taunting Ty, drawing everyone close to him into deeper danger.

As the slashing winds and rain of a deadly hurricane approach the coast of North Carolina, the search leads Ty and Bex to an island that hides a grisly secret. But in his quest for the truth, Ty has ignored the fact that this time, he’s not just the hunter. Every move has been orchestrated by a killer into a perfect storm of terror, and they will need all their skills to survive…

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Acclaim for The Garden Girls

 
“The Garden Girls by Jessica R. Patch is a hold-your-breath-and-pray novel full of suspense and unexpected twists. This gritty and compelling story is outstanding in every way and the characters aren’t easily forgotten. Highly recommended!” ~Colleen Coble, USAToday bestselling author and author of the Annie Pederson Series and the Pelican Harbor series
 
“In a word, WOW! The story caught me up and didn’t let go to the final page. Tight action, beautiful pacing. **Highly Recommended**” ~Carrie Stuart Parks, best-selling, award-winning author
 
 “Riveting!” Jessica R. Patch has created an immaculate psychological thriller that will leave the reader racing through the pages. Well-written characters and a plot that sizzles and crackles with danger made this story impossible for me to put down, and yet I didn’t want it to end. . .it’s that good. The Garden Girls will leave you breathless from the non-stop suspense filling the pages and wanting more from this amazing author. ~USA Today Bestselling Author Mary Alford, author of Among the Innocent.
 
“Buckle your seatbelt! Jessica R. Patch is about to blow you off the road with The Garden Girls. The story will grab you on the first page and won’t let go until The End! ~ Patricia Bradley, USA Today Best-Selling romantic suspense author of Counter Attack Book 1 in the Pearl River Series

“Jessica R. Patch weaves a story that is full of creepy twists and turns and fully fleshed characters. Her atmospheric tale spans the suspense, thriller and romance genres in a way that will satisfy lovers of all three. Buy yourself a copy, but don’t read it before bed! ~Dana Mentink, USA Today & Publishers Weekly bestselling author

“Chilling! The Garden Girls is a story I won’t be forgetting anytime soon. Jessica R. Patch knows how to deliver a gripping plot with dynamic characters that left me unable to sleep until that final page!” –Natalie Walters, bestselling and award-winning author of the Harbored Secrets series

“Jessica R. Patch has presented a story of truth that overcomes horror, grace that is born out of love, and redemption that is forged in sacrifice. Terrifying yet beautiful, The Garden Girls is everything you expect from Patch and so much more.” –Jodie Bailey, USA Today and Publishers Weekly bestselling author

Is whiplash-due-to-intense-scenes a thing? Because…wow. The Garden Girls hit me with all.the.feels. On any given page, I experienced fear, joy, anger, delight, revulsion, and happiness, and then I would turn the page and go through it all again. When I approached the end of the story, I experienced the literary equivalent of a roller coaster corkscrew as I tried to figure out who the villain was. (Spoiler Alert: I was completely wrong.) Amazingly, after all the emotional upheaval The Garden Girls put me through, it isn’t the depravity of the world, but the beauty of the hope we have in Christ that lingers in my mind. Jessica R. Patch explores the darkness, but leaves us fully in the light. —Lynn H. Blackburn, best-selling author of the Defend and Protect series

 

 

Crime Scene Conspiracy

Too many mysterious deaths. 

Not enough clues.

A string of staged deaths forces Texas Ranger Emily O’Connell on a covert mission to investigate a governor’s connection to the deceased women. She doesn’t trust anyone—including crime scene cleaner Stone Spencer. But when Emily’s questioning makes her the serial killer’s next target, she must turn to ex-ranger Stone for help. With threats at every turn, outrunning a merciless villain could be the last thing they do

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