In "The Terrorist Next Door: Hate at First Sight," dive into the gripping tale of Jack Higgins, a 25-year-old gamer stuck in a rut in small-town Texas. Haunted by his father's death in Iraq and fueled by deep-seated prejudices against Muslims, Jack's world flips upside down when his overworked mom forces him to get a job at the local Hallmark store. There, he reunites with his high school crush, the alluring single mom Tammy, and clashes with his new coworker, the sharp-witted Muslim girl Mona.As mysterious new neighbors move in next door—Mona's bold, tradition-bound mother Fatima and her family—Jack's suspicions ignite. Are they harmless immigrants or something more sinister? What starts as "hate at first sight" spirals into an unexpected journey of self-discovery, forbidden romance, and cultural awakening. Jack grapples with his biases, explores Islam, and finds himself drawn into a whirlwind of family drama, steamy encounters, and life-changing decisions.But just as love and new beginnings bloom—including a double wedding that unites two worlds—a shocking arrest shatters everything, exposing hidden secrets and testing loyalties in ways Jack never imagined. Blending suspense, humor, and raw emotional depth, this character-driven thriller challenges stereotypes and explores themes of redemption, faith, and the complexities of modern relationships.Inspired by real-life insights into culture and resilience, this page-turner is the explosive first installment in Coach De Bruyns' series. If you crave stories that provoke thought while keeping you on the edge of your seat, grab your copy now and uncover the terrorist next door—before it's too late!

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