What was lost must stay that way. Dani left Julep behind to secure Julep's safety, but that doesn't mean Dani's work is done. In the spirit of keeping one's enemies closer, she's making sure Petrov doesn't go anywhere near Julep or her friends, especially when Petrov's mysterious plans bring his crew-and Dani-back to Chicago. She isn't in town long before her ex-girlfriend Han cashes in the favor Dani owes her, sending her off on a delivery errand, except the package is three young children. The mission goes sideways, turning an easy handoff into a frantic escape, and forcing Dani to decide how much she is willing to risk to save three small strangers from a dismal fate.

Grifters' hearts don't bleed...or do they? It's now been three months since Dani left, and Julep's driving herself to an early grave with all the dangerous schemes she's undertaking to try and find her. She can't sleep, she can't focus, and she sure as hell can't grift. Then one night she gets a call from an unexpected young client, who believes his dad is being catfished by someone with ties to a murder. Unfortunately, no one he's gone to for help will take him seriously. Will Julep be able to put her heart on hold long enough to help him? And if she does, will she be able to solve the case before she becomes the murderer's next target?

For fans of teen detectives, crime thrillers, suspense, and heists with a badass heroine and a slow-burn LGBTQ+ romance, this series checks all the boxes.

Praise for Trust Me, I'm Lying

"Summer creates a standout character in Julep. She lies and cheats with so much confidence and skill that readers will cheer her on, but she also adheres to her own strict moral code. . . . A memorable debut; here's hoping for a lot more from Summer." -Kirkus Reviews

"Entertaining."-Publishers Weekly

"Well-paced, well-plotted."-The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books