Cover of Deathtrap: Book 1 of the Murder and Mayhem Series

Deathtrap: Book 1 of the Murder and Mayhem Series

by Jessica Threet Alexandra St Pierre

4.5
Published May 19 2026
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Lilith lives a cursed existence where every person she touches meets a sudden, tragic end. Haunted since birth, she spends her life fleeing from the relentless Grim Reaper who stalks her from the shadows. While he seems bent on destroying everyone she loves, he paradoxically refuses to let her take her own life, keeping her trapped in a cycle of isolation and grief. After four years of relative peace working as a bartender at a Voodoo Steakhouse, Lilith’s sanctuary shatters when a colleague dies in a gruesome accident. The familiar, suffocating presence of her shadowy companion returns, signaling that her reprieve is over. As she struggles to outrun her fate, she finds herself drawn into a dangerous, dark romance with the very entity she fears. Featuring a complex enemies-to-lovers dynamic, *Deathtrap* is a gripping paranormal rollercoaster that challenges the traditional lines between heaven and hell. This intense, deliciously dark tale pulls readers into an emotional storm of passion, betrayal, and high-stakes tension. With its unique lore and heart-wrenching twists, this story promises an addictive experience for those who enjoy dark, spicy narratives where the line between salvation and destruction is razor-thin.