Left alone at the altar, Janet Reynolds found her world collapsing, her heart torn apart. Navigating through dark, hope-deprived days, Janet strove to persevere, immersing herself in her reporting job at Derby's sole newspaper. Once a source of joy, her work turned into a tedious routine, until the day she crossed paths with local entrepreneur Sean O'Malley. His grand dreams, coupled with his warm heart, reignited a spark in Janet, making her believe in the possibility of love again. But their blooming love story was overshadowed by a menacing threat lurking in Derby - a murderer targeting women bearing an uncanny resemblance to Janet.

As Sean and Janet's bond deepened, so did their fear for each other's safety. When they turned to the police for help, they unraveled shocking secrets about their city. Amid the turmoil and terror, their love persisted, offering Janet a glimmer of hope for a happier future.

J. Patterson, a freshly minted author, has made her literary debut with the gripping novel, "Stalked." But she isn't stopping there. She is currently penning her second book, "Kidnapped," a sequel that promises to continue the chilling narrative established in "Stalked."

Jacquelyn's writing journey began in high school, where she honed her craft through the creation of short stories and poems. Over the years, she filled countless notebooks with her tales, sparking the inspiration for her debut novel.

Her stories, set in her hometown, are grounded in familiar locales, giving them an authentic touch. However, the characters that populate her narratives are purely fictional, born from her vibrant imagination.

Her writing style has been shaped by a diverse range of influences, including the Gothic family sagas of VC Andrews, the suspenseful thrillers of James Patterson, the horror masterpieces of Stephen King, and the supernatural fantasies of Charlene Harris.

Currently, Jacquelyn is enjoying life in Arkansas, where she shares her home with her future husband and son. As she continues to write, readers can anticipate more captivating stories born from her unique blend of suspense, realism, and character-driven narratives.

When Janet Reynolds Fiancé leaves her at the altar, it shatters something deep inside. Depressed, lonely and convinced that she will never be happy again, she sets her will to moving forward - though her days are empty and the monotony life drags her down. She lives alone with plain white walls and a broken heart, spending her time as a reporter for the only newspaper in her small town of Derby. That job, once exciting and fulfilling, has become stale, a testament to days gone past and a reminder of things that can never be… until a chance interview brings her face to face with Sean O'Malley, a local business owner with big dreams and an even bigger heart. Their meeting galvanizes Janet, igniting a part of her she thought had died. The sparks fly and suddenly love seems possible. Unfortunately, Derby had secrets of its own - a killer stalking the streets, taking victims and leaving the police baffled. When Janet writes an article about the murders she realizes that every victim has one thing in common……. They all look just like her. As the bond between Sean and Janet grows stronger, the killer is out there - and getting closer. Newly Edited and redone!