The plan was one unforgettable night, but fate had something else in mind...

On a rare night out, Liv, a divorced single mom, meets Theo, a gifted pianist with a past he’s fought hard to outrun. Their connection is instant, electric, undeniable. But by morning? Out of the question. 

Because Theo is a Dressler, and Liv Carter knows exactly what that means.

In 1920s New York City, two little girls vanished: one from a glittering world of privilege, the other from a crowded tenement. When a single child reappeared with no memories, two families claimed her. Wealth won, and the Carters kept the girl. The Dresslers were left with nothing but grief…and a wound that never healed.

Now, decades later, Liv and Theo find themselves on opposite sides of an unfinished story, with a legacy of loss they both carry. As their forbidden love deepens, so does the mystery binding their families together. Secrets surface. Relationships shatter. Fate draws Liv and Theo closer together, leaving them to decide how much of the past they’re willing to uncover. Especially when the truth could either break the cycle…or tear them apart for good.

“From the mystery of two lost girls in the 1920s to the trauma still haunting their families decades later, City of Liars pulls you into a story filled with secrets, heartbreak, and hope from the very first page. As the truth slowly unravels, you find yourself rooting not only for answers, but for the two main characters to find love along the way. I completely devoured this book. Colin crafted a brilliant story that stays with you long after the last page. An absolute must-read.”

—Jessica Dodge, bestselling author of  Messengers of Magic

“Filled with richly human characters, aching tenderness, and the strange beauty that defines Colin’s work, City of Liars will have you believing in romance…and ghosts.”

—Angela Sierra, author of Jolly Fats Dies Tonight

“One of the most emotionally beautiful pieces of fiction I have read in a long time. The story wasn’t just about uncovering the truth...it was about healing what had been broken for generations. That’s the kind of emotional impact that readers will remember long after they finish this book. I know I will.”

—Natalie Banks, award-winning suspense author of Between Friends

Colin masterfully uses dual timelines and multiple perspectives to explore family legacy, injustice, identity, and generational trauma… A compelling tale that delves into the complexities of secrets, loss, and the relentless pursuit of truth. It examines how a single event can have far-reaching consequences, echoing across decades and shaping the lives of future generations.”

—Sophia Teddy, NetGalley Reviewer

“An amazing blend of mystery and romance, with a touch of the supernatural… It delves into the impacts of intergenerational trauma in a really sensitive but emotional way. The central mystery had me guessing throughout, and I was so invested in both Liv and Theo's romance and in how the mystery's reveal would affect their families. I just enjoyed everything about it!”

—Faye Heaton, NetGalley Reviewer

“It's very rare for me to finish a book in under 24 hours but Emily's writing will completely suck you in! … The mystery was so complex and ran so deep, I felt like I was walking alongside Liv and Theo as they investigated. Trying to piece my OWN theories together is something I do often in books but these stakes felt so much higher. This will go down as one of my favorite reads!”

—Kayleigh C. Goodreads Reviewer