Moments after the surgery, assassins storm the hospital, and Aria’s world erupts in chaos. Forced to flee with Matteo into the blistering Arizona desert, she finds herself trapped in a deadly game of cat and mouse where every shadow hides danger—and every secret could kill them both.
As the heat rises and trust becomes their only weapon, Aria discovers that Matteo’s mission runs deeper than she imagined. Someone inside the DEA is leaking intel, and her hospital may be tied to the very syndicate hunting them. With bullets flying and loyalties unraveling, passion ignites between them in the one place love should be impossible—on the run.
But when Aria uncovers a truth Matteo never meant her to find, she must make an impossible choice: believe the man who saved her life, or expose the agent who might be using her to finish his mission.
From the author of Broken Trust and Devil’s Code comes Dead Heat—a pulse-pounding romantic thriller where love burns hotter than the desert sun, and every heartbeat could be your last.
Chinedu Nnadi is an acclaimed novelist and cultural historian, known for his dynamic range spanning high-octane electrifying political, psychological and romantic thrillers and the timeless magic of African folklore. A former advocate for social and political justice, he brings raw authenticity and gripping suspense to his novels, drawn from a deep understanding of global politics and covert operations. As a leading expert in African oral traditions, myths, and legends, Chinedu also dedicates his work to preserving Africa’s narrative heritage. Through his writing, he captures the spirit of silent warriors and ancient storytellers alike—ensuring their voices resonate across continents and generations.