Rumors & Whiskey (Deluxe Edition) (The Whiskey Women, 1) by Victoria Wilder

Rumor — Victoria Wilder

Limited Deluxe Edition: gorgeous designed edges

The vibe

Small-town romantic suspense with steam, drama, and sharp banter—where everybody knows your business, and the Crowne women know exactly how to pay you back for it.

What it’s about (spoiler-light)

In Rumor, Tennessee, the Crowne family sits at the center of every whisper. The town thinks they’re good for a shot of whiskey and a wild night… but what people don’t know is how quietly (and effectively) the Crowne women serve revenge.

She’s survived a nightmare—and she’s been forced to keep her identity and past locked down tight, even from the sisters she misses most. She’s trying to rebuild: routine, calm, and a life that doesn’t crack open under pressure.

Then a sexy stranger shows up: Julian Colton, a charming jeweler with a sinful smile, dirty promises, and way too many questions. One encounter should’ve been the end of it… until she ends up back in her hometown and realizes he’s there too—tangled up in a job connected to her family.

And the “rumors” circling the Crownes? They aren’t just bored-townie gossip. They’re hidden truths—the kind that come with a dead body, a missing cop, and secrets that refuse to stay buried.

She should keep her distance.
Instead, she keeps flirting.
And Julian keeps staying.

Tropes & hooks

• Small-town secrets + family legacy
• Romantic suspense (dead body / missing cop)
• Protective, persistent MMC
• Touch-starved healing + high heat
• Banter, whiskey, and don’t-you-dare chemistry

Perfect for readers of:

• Paisley Hope
• Catherine Cowles
• Elsie Silver

Important preorder note: If the deluxe/special edition sells out before release, we’ll contact you before shipping with options to switch to the standard print edition or cancel for a refund.