It’s a Release Day! A Simple Mistake is here.

They say the simplest mistake can have the most complex consequences. A wrong turn. A word out of place. A secret buried for decades.

I am soooo happy to announce that A Simple Mistake, the fifth novel in the Power of Zero series, is now available from my store. It’s been a long time coming, but with help from a lot of people – heart eyes to Aviva, Angela, Sandy, and especially Sue from No Stone Unturned Editing – I finally managed to tell all of this story. To all of you who asked about Jack and Gareth and cheered me along as I wrote and re-wrote – thank you so much for your support. Your love for this fractured, fierce family is what keeps me writing their story.

And if you’re new to the series—welcome! The Power of Zero books are best read in order, so you might enjoy starting from the beginning with Job Hunt to see how this beautiful, messy family came to be.

If you’ve followed Jack, Gareth, Nico, and Daniel on their tumultuous journey, you know their hard-won peace is always fragile. They’ve built a family from the ashes of their pasts—a sanctuary forged in loyalty and love. But in A Simple Mistake, that sanctuary is about to be shattered.

What can you expect in A Simple Mistake?

A Trust Betrayed: The danger this time isn’t a shadow from Jack’s past. Instead, it’s a teacher, someone most people trust, who brings the danger to our family’s door.

A Corporate Empire Under Siege: Mining is a cut-throat business, and a number of Nancarrow Mining’s active projects come under threat. Add Julian’s annoying family, and the Nancarrow crew have their work cut out to keep their jobs and projects safe.

A Ghost from the Past: Nico and Daniel are growing up. While they’re grateful for the home and protection Jack and Gareth have offered, they now feel safe enough to make their own contribution. Enter a case of mistaken identity with heartbreaking consequences, proving that some secrets refuse to stay buried.

For me, A Simple Mistake is more than just a romantic suspense thriller. It’s a deep dive into the very meaning of family. How far would you go to protect the ones you love? What do you do when the institutions meant to protect you fail? Can the fractures of the past ever truly heal, or will they tear you apart when the pressure is at its peak?

A Simple Mistake is perfect for you if you love:

• Found Family that is tested, bruised, but ultimately unbreakable.
• Edge-of-your-seat suspense that weaves together personal danger with corporate intrigue.
• Complex characters grappling with trauma, resilience, and the power of choice.
• Stories where justice is never simple, and heroes are often reluctant.

For Jack and Gareth, the threats in A Simple Mistake hit close to home. There’s no doubt they’ll fight to keep each other safe, but how will they deal with the fallout?

and discover if this family’s bonds are strong enough to withstand the storm.