Bad Seeds

A Lexington, Alabama Novel, Book 6

De: Mary Monroe

Narrado por: Shari Peele, Lynnette R. Freeman, Ruffin Prentiss

A warm-hearted, generous businesswoman discovers her dark side when she’s betrayed by both the younger man she thought was the love of her life and the best friend she’s always trusted—with shattering consequences—in New York Times bestselling author Mary Monroe’s final standalone novel set in the outrageously scandalous, colorful town of Lexington, Alabama.

The daughter of a hard-working restaurant owner, Louise Brooks always sees the best in people—and in helping them no matter how difficult her own life gets. She's lived through tragic loss and running the family business on her own, even in the face of a failed marriage. So, she's delighted when she finds a best friend in Della Thornton, a woman struggling with bad breaks and unlucky romances. When Louise's father and her prosperous second husband suddenly pass away, Louise takes Della in and makes her the restaurant’s right-hand woman as it grows more successful than ever . . .

Louise is now convinced lasting love is not in the cards for her—until she runs into handsome Malcolm Purdy. He's everything she could want—outgoing, charming, and attentive. Soon they become engaged. And although Louise is dismayed that Della and Malcolm hate each other from the start, she does her best to keep the peace between the two people she cares about and trusts the most . . .

But a chance encounter from the past shows Louise that neither Della nor Malcolm is quite who they say they are—and their deceit runs deeper and deadlier than she imagined. With her illusions in ruins and a newfound desire for vengeance, Louise slowly entraps the pair through lies, greed—and lust. But how far will she go to get justice? And will her final shocking move cost her more than she’s willing to lose?

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Unpredictable

So many plot twists. The story was funny, sad, and at some points, totally relatable. Mary Monroe has done it again!! I've never been a fan of Historical fiction, but I find myself waiting for the next addition to the Lexington Series!!!

Love all of Mary Monroe’s books

I loved everything about this book! I listened to it in 1 day and now I’m upset that I completed it! Can’t wait for the next book to drop!

A True Villain

An excellent addition to the series. Della may be the worst villain of the series yet. Absolutely no moral compass, the epitome of greed. My only wish is that she didn’t get off so easily.

Captivating and thrilling

At first I was thinking of moments dullness.. All of a sudden the real action 🎬 blew in like a tornado. Yes this is the Mary Monroe that I'm accustomed too. I was hooked to every syllable. I couldn't wait to see what was going to unfold. When it did. I so wanted more. Once again Mary Monroe has brought 🔥 to my soul and I can't wait for.the next novel.

loved it!!

Miss Mary Monroe she never disappoints!! Loved it! I'm excited about the next hopefully it's not that long of a wait