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Some roles change your life. Others might end it.
When Liz Logan lands the biggest part of her career, she steps into the bright lights of Injury—and straight into someone’s crosshairs. Insult to Injury is a fast-paced, emotionally charged story that blurs the line between romance and danger, fame and fear.
If you love protective heroes, off-limits romance, and a twist of psychological suspense, you don’t want to miss this one. This is Book Two in the Injured Love series, but it can be read as a standalone. Book One is also available for free if you’d like to start there.
Insult to Injury by Val Tobin releases June 1, 2025.
Dive into Insult to Injury:
When rising star Liz Logan lands the role of a lifetime in the new television series Injury, she never imagines it will come with a deadly price. As she navigates the treacherous waters of Hollywood fame, Liz finds herself the target of a relentless stalker who will stop at nothing to see her fail.
Amidst the chaos, Liz’s budding romance with her costar, Blake Bennett, offers a glimmer of hope and love. But as the threats escalate, trust is shattered, and secrets from the past resurface, putting their relationship to the ultimate test.
With danger lurking around every corner, Liz and Blake must confront their deepest fears and insecurities to survive. Will their love withstand the storm, or will the stalker tear them apart forever?
Insult to Injury is a gripping tale of passion, betrayal, and the fight for survival in the glittering yet perilous world of Hollywood.
Tropes You’ll Love
🎭 Enemies to Lovers
🎬 Celebrity Romance
🛡️ Protective Hero
💔 Second Chance at Romance
🎥 Workplace Romance
🕵️♂️ Dangerous Obsession
🤫 Secret Relationship
💪 Strong Female Lead
🕊️ Redemption Arc
Content Warnings
Violence: Includes physical altercations, gun violence, and threats of harm
Stalking: Depicts a stalker targeting the protagonist with escalating threats and actions
Animal Cruelty: Mentions the killing of animals (a squirrel and a cat) as part of the stalker’s actions. NOTE: This isn’t shown as it happens, just that they find the animals dead
Mental Health Issues: References to obsessive behavior, emotional instability, and past trauma related to a character’s suicide
Gaslighting: Includes emotional manipulation and accusations in relationships
Threats of Sexual Violence: Mentions trolls suggesting rape and other violent acts
Firearms: Depicts the use of guns, including a shooting incident
Breakup and Emotional Distress: Explores themes of heartbreak, jealousy, and relationship struggles
Death: References to a past girlfriend’s suicide and threats of murder
Workplace Pressure: Includes threats of job loss and professional stress
About Val Tobin
Val Tobin is a Canadian author of suspenseful, genre-blending fiction that dives deep into the human psyche. With a background in tech and an eye for the dark undercurrents that drive her characters, Val’s stories mix psychological thrills with slow-burn romance, supernatural twists, and high-stakes tension.
When she’s not writing, she’s active in the Canadian writing community and continues to grow a loyal reader base who know to expect the unexpected.
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A stalker in the shadows. A love worth fighting for. A choice between survival—and surrender.
