Out of Control

Out of Control

Standalone Novel

After escaping from a religious cult, Julie Amundson moves to San Francisco. There, Martin Heller, a high-flying businessman, sweeps her off her feet. At first her marriage is blissful, but gradually Martin reveals another side. Trying to find reasons for his abuse, she finds out that not only is Martin having an affair, but his business is in trouble. Why? Then one of his big clients is murdered and she discovers that Martin intends to frame her for the murder. To save herself, Julie has to find evidence of his crimes, which means drawing on courage she never knew she possessed.

Praise for Out of Control

” I don’t often read domestic suspense but this story had me hooked from the first paragraph. Set in two time periods revealing a nightmare childhood, it is not only a twisted tale of mounting danger but a woman’s journey from victim to victor.”
—Rhys Bowen, New York Times bestselling author
“[A] well thought out psychological thriller by prolific author Terry Shames will keep you on the edge of your seat and holding your breath, so buckle up for a wild ride.”
—John Lansing, national bestselling author
Out of Control is a slow burn that ignites into a wildfire and sweeps to a crackling and wholly satisfying conclusion. With this thrilling stand-alone, Shames shows off her incredible range as a writer that readers will put on their automatic buy lists.”
—Shannon Baker, Amazon charts bestselling author