If Love Could Kill

By: Riva Frye

Narrated by: Kelsey John Klein

Gwen thought she had escaped the clutches of deceit, jealousy, and murder when she started her new life in the serene Carolinas. Little did she know, danger lurked in the shadows, ready to shatter her newfound peace.

Haunted by her past, Gwen never expected to find love again, let alone put her heart and life on the line. When she crosses paths with Cole, a strong and troubled widower caring for his young daughter, the sparks of an undeniable connection ignited.

As their relationship deepened, so did the secrets threatening to unravel their lives. Cole's tragic past hid shocking truths, transforming everything Gwen believed into a heart-wrenching lie.

In a race against time, Gwen must navigate a treacherous web of deception, jealousy, and twisted loyalties to uncover the truth before it's too late.

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Trust no one

Predictable? Maybe. But boring?Absolutely not!! If Love Could Kill brings all the thrills. Just when I thought I had a grip on what was happening, the story twists again."My heart can't handle any more surprises." There's more beneath the surface, and you won’t see every turn coming. It’s sexy, dangerous, and full of suspense, murder, and secrets.

Kelsey John Klein's narration brought it all to life. She didn’t just read the characters, she became them.

A romance thriller you want to experience!

If this book doesn’t get your heart racing then I don’t know what will! Seriously, what a read! It pulled me in its grip from the beginning. There were moments I was even looking over my shoulder.

The writing was exceptional! I could visualize the scenes throughout, I felt completely immersed. The plot was brilliant, had me gasping, talking/yelling out loud and even times I was blushing. I loved most of the characters, I do admit Gracie creeped me out. Just wow!

All I have to say is if you enjoy a romance thriller this book is the one you want. Just be prepared for increased heart rate and the feeling of being watched. This page turner will have you on edge!

Narrator: Kelsey John Klein
I thought Kelsey did a good job narrating. I tend to go for audiobooks with dual or duet style. But I enjoyed this nevertheless. I definitely could feel the emotions listening and it kept me engrossed.

Amazing

Riva Frye’s If Love Could Kill delivers a tense, twisty ride that blends heartfelt romance with edge of your seat suspense. What begins as a story of a woman seeking peace quickly unravels into something far more dangerous and far more compelling.

Frye’s prose is immersive and cinematic, rich with sensory details that make tension tangible. Her ability to balance emotional depth with suspense elevates the story you’re not just watching events unfold, you’re feeling them.

If Love Could Kill is a standout indie thriller romance that offers more than just twists it delivers heart. Fans of character driven suspense and slow burn love stories will devour this one. Whether you’re in it for the mystery or the emotional stakes, this book leaves a lasting impression.

The tension builds quietly… then BOOM 💥 you realize nothing is what it seems. Every chapter made me second guess the characters, their motives, and my own instincts.

⚠️ If you like your love stories twisted, intense, and wrapped in suspense add this to your TBR NOW.

Predictable but engaging.

A nice second chance story. I found it very predictable, but still was very engaging. I finished it in two sittings. Murder. Spice. Single dad. Divorced mom. Danger.

I was actually gifted an Audible version of this book from the author through Story Origin. The narrator did a nice job presenting this story and the characters. She has a distinct voice that was maybe even to sweet for some of these characters. 4 stars for her as well.

What a twist!

If Love Could Kill was interesting from the start. I immediately wanted to know more about this newly divorced FMC. The only reason I was grateful this was a short read was because I got the answers to my questions quickly! But at the same time I would not have complained at all if I’d gotten to spend more time in this North Carolina town. Gwen and Cole have such chemistry (and banter!) from their very first encounter and getting to see their relationship develop along with the twists and turns in the sinister plot twists was such a fun juxtaposition. Riva Frye did her thing with this book, and I can’t wait to see more from her!