About the Book Includes discussion questions and an excerpt from Counterfeit hope. Book Synopsis Crystal Caudill has hit a home run with this action-packed historical romance. --Misty M. Beller , USA Today best-selling author Theresa Plane owes it to her beloved grandfather to save the family name--that means clearing their debt before she marries the wealthy and dashing Edward Greystone. But when a creditors threats lead her to stumble across a midnight meeting, Theresa discovers that Grandfather is hiding far more than the money he owes. And the secrets he kept now have Theresa trapped in a life-threatening fight for her home . . . and the truth. After months of undercover work, Secret Service operative Broderick Cosgrove is about to uncover the identity of the leader of a notorious counterfeiting ring. That moment of triumph turns to horror, however, when he finds undeniable proof that his former fiance, Theresa, is connected. He wont believe the woman he loved is a willing participant. Protecting Theresa and proving her innocence may destroy his career, but thats better than failing her twice in one lifetime. Broderick and Theresa must form a partnership, but theres no question theyre both keeping secrets. That lack of trust in one another, when there are dangerous criminals out for their blood, threatens their hearts, their faith, their very survival. Sure to delight fans of historical romantic suspense. . . . Simultaneously well-researched and action-packed with delightfully flawed characters who will leave readers rooting for their redemption. -- Amanda Cox , Christy Award-winning author of The Edge of Belonging With swoony romance, intriguing history, gripping plot twists, and strong characters, Counterfeit Love is one of the strongest debut novels Ive ever read! -- Carrie Schmidt , blogger at ReadingIsMySuperPower.org Review Quotes Counterfeit Love is a dazzling debut! Caudill weaves a tale of intrigue, danger, and romance. Theresa and Broderick will long live in my heart as deep characters who struggle with relinquishing control to God . . . the same struggle many of us have felt to our core. A story to cheer for and an author to watch!--Tara Johnson, author of All Through the Night (10/26/2021 12:00:00 AM) A thrilling romance, a gallant Secret Service operative, and a courageous heroine--Crystal Caudills Counterfeit Love is an exceptional tale of tragic loss, healing, and redeeming love.--Grace Hitchcock, author of My Dear Miss Dupr and Her Darling Mr. Day (10/26/2021 12:00:00 AM) Caudills debut is a fast-paced tale full of brave and brilliant characters, much skull-duggery, and conflict that will have you unable to tear yourself away.--Erica Vetsch, author of The Debutantes Code (10/26/2021 12:00:00 AM) Crystal Caudill creates a world of intrigue in Counterfeit Love that will thrust readers into a Secret Service investigation paired with a romance that will have you cheering for second chances.--Toni Shiloh, author of An Unlikely Proposal (10/26/2021 12:00:00 AM) Crystal Caudill has hit a home run with this action-packed historical romance. If you like characters who come alive, a hero to make you swoon, and edge-of-your-seat intrigue, youll love this story. A fantastic debut from an author Im looking forward to reading again!--Misty M. Beller, USA Today bestselling author of the Brides of Laurent series (10/26/2021 12:00:00 AM) Full of intrigue, Counterfeit Love is sure to delight fans of historical romantic suspense. As Caudill immerses readers in the world of counterfeiting rings and the early days of the Secret Service, she weaves a tale that is simultaneously well-researched and action-packed with delightfully flawed characters who will leave readers rooting for their redemption.--Amanda Cox, author of The Edge of Belonging and The Secret Keepers of Old Depot Grocery (10/26/2021 12:00:00 AM) With swoony romance, intriguing history, gripping plot twists, and strong characters, Counterfeit Love is one of the strongest debut novels Ive ever read! Caudills writing voice is pitch-perfect and draws readers immediately into the heart of the story, holding them in thrall until the end. And did I mention the swoony romance? I couldnt put it down, and I am already eagerly waiting for the next book!--Carrie Schmidt, blogger at ReadingIsMySuperPower.org (10/26/2021 12:00:00 AM)