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Element Mysteries #2
Element of Danger
*WINNER OF THE INDIES TODAY 2020 BEST SUSPENSE AWARD*
How far would you go to expose a dark and mysterious Order that continues to haunt you? One that your own father may have been the original mastermind behind. This time, becoming one of them may be the only way.
A devastating murder brings Jenny O’Rourke back to her hometown. The reality is, it’s not over. Not even close. This time she has a new strategy to put an end to it all—infiltrate her father’s secret society. The question is, how? A chance meeting brings her face to face with a member of the inner circle, a boy she once knew. He has the intel she needs, and she has what he lustfully desires. It’s a dangerous combination. Jenny finds herself swept away by the lure of adventure and the reveal of mysterious springs, sinkholes, submerged caverns, and elaborate underground dwellings. As she acquires a sliver of society knowledge, she’s determined to understand the rest. But, there’s only one barbaric way to get to it. Becoming one of them requires following their rules. Rules that could easily kill her. There’s a lot at stake, but she’s ready and willing to risk it all.
Bonus! Includes the first three chapters of Element of Truth, the conclusion to the Element Mysteries trilogy series.
How far would you go to expose a dark and mysterious Order that continues to haunt you? One that your own father may have been the original mastermind behind. This time, becoming one of them may be the only way.
A devastating murder brings Jenny O’Rourke back to her hometown. The reality is, it’s not over. Not even close. This time she has a new strategy to put an end to it all—infiltrate her father’s secret society. The question is, how? A chance meeting brings her face to face with a member of the inner circle, a boy she once knew. He has the intel she needs, and she has what he lustfully desires. It’s a dangerous combination. Jenny finds herself swept away by the lure of adventure and the reveal of mysterious springs, sinkholes, submerged caverns, and elaborate underground dwellings. As she acquires a sliver of society knowledge, she’s determined to understand the rest. But, there’s only one barbaric way to get to it. Becoming one of them requires following their rules. Rules that could easily kill her. There’s a lot at stake, but she’s ready and willing to risk it all.
Bonus! Includes the first three chapters of Element of Truth, the conclusion to the Element Mysteries trilogy series.
362 pages, Paperback
Published March 1, 2020
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About the author
Heather Slawecki
14 books10 followersHeather launched her debut trilogy, The Element Mysteries Series, in March of 2020. Since then, she has received numerous accolades and was featured in Kirkus Magazine for Element of Secrecy. She’s received five-star editorial reviews from Readers' Favorite and Indies Today. She also won the "2020 Best Suspense Award" for Element of Danger by Indies Today.
Heather released a fast-paced romance thriller, Gone Astray, on May 15, 2025, and was featured by Indies Today for her five-star review.
She loves creating beyond-ordinary circumstances where her main characters have to rely on their own strengths to survive. She'll take you through their wild journeys in first person as they face each obstacle, leaving you feeling part of the story. And, just as in real life, a little humor goes a long way when moments get really intense.
Heather holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English Literature from Widener University. She began her writing career as a feature writer for the Bucks County Courier Times and has spent the last thirty years as an award-winning senior copywriter in the Philadelphia area.
Heather released a fast-paced romance thriller, Gone Astray, on May 15, 2025, and was featured by Indies Today for her five-star review.
She loves creating beyond-ordinary circumstances where her main characters have to rely on their own strengths to survive. She'll take you through their wild journeys in first person as they face each obstacle, leaving you feeling part of the story. And, just as in real life, a little humor goes a long way when moments get really intense.
Heather holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English Literature from Widener University. She began her writing career as a feature writer for the Bucks County Courier Times and has spent the last thirty years as an award-winning senior copywriter in the Philadelphia area.
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June 17, 2022
Jenny is annoying. Keeps too many secrets, thinks she's the only one who can do anything, finds buildings that know one else knows exist, even though they're not really hidden other than being in the forest. I understand that it helps to suspend belief when reading this type of book, but this one just seems to take it too far! And -- I had trouble keeping track of who's who. I'll continue with the final book in the series only because I hate to give up at this point.
December 5, 2020
Awesome !
Couldn’t believe how the family tree connected everyone! Never saw that coming...! Nor did I suspect Josh of being a traitor,or Ryan still being in love with Jenny... can’t wait til the next book ! Probably fall out of my chair ,lol....!
Couldn’t believe how the family tree connected everyone! Never saw that coming...! Nor did I suspect Josh of being a traitor,or Ryan still being in love with Jenny... can’t wait til the next book ! Probably fall out of my chair ,lol....!
December 31, 2020
Great second in series
This was a great adventure! I’ve really enjoyed this series so far! It’s part adventure, part mysterious. The writer really draws you in to the story, I couldn’t stop reading sometimes. Of course I must read the next one!
This was a great adventure! I’ve really enjoyed this series so far! It’s part adventure, part mysterious. The writer really draws you in to the story, I couldn’t stop reading sometimes. Of course I must read the next one!
March 21, 2020
Excellent second in this series of suspense. Storyline continues to evolve & keeps a reader hooked. Recommend reading book 1 first!
March 25, 2020
I wanted to find out what happened but I didn’t want it to end! Thank goodness their is a third book.
April 2, 2020
Another suspenseful ride with Jenny O’Rourke. And it’s not over yet!! Still have no idea who I can trust and who is the enemy.Hopefully the answers can be found in Element of Truth!
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