Lilo Lauer

Hi! I'm Lilo Lauer, and I write the kind of steamy romantic suspense that keeps you up way too late saying "just one more chapter" (we both know that's a lie – you're going to finish the whole book).

Writing has been my escape since I was a teenager scribbling angsty love stories in notebooks during math class (sorry, Frau Schmidt!). Growing up in Germany, I devoured every romance novel I could get my hands on, even though my English was still shaky enough that I had to keep a dictionary nearby. There's something magical about falling into a story where love conquers all – even if that journey involves a few dead bodies and dark secrets along the way.

After years of working in corporate communications (which is exactly as thrilling as it sounds), I finally decided to listen to that persistent voice in my head telling me to write the stories I wanted to read. You know, the ones where the chemistry between characters is so explosive it practically sets your Kindle on fire, but there's also enough suspense and mystery to keep your heart racing for entirely different reasons.

My debut novel "The Secrets Between Us" introduces you to characters who are far from perfect, dealing with dangerous attraction and even more dangerous secrets. I love writing complex relationships where the line between enemies and lovers gets deliciously blurry. Expect plenty of tension, both the sexual and murderous kind (sometimes simultaneously – what can I say, I like to keep things interesting).

When I'm not putting my characters through emotional hell, you can find me in my little corner of Bavaria, drinking way too much coffee and trying to convince my cat that my keyboard is not, in fact, the most comfortable spot for a nap. (Spoiler alert: I never win that argument.) I also spend an embarrassing amount of time creating detailed Pinterest boards for my characters and their world, because apparently, I need to know exactly what kind of throw pillows my brooding hero has on his couch.

My writing style? Think dark chocolate with chili – sweet enough to make you crave more, but with an unexpected kick that might make you gasp. I believe in crafting stories that balance steamy scenes with genuine emotional depth, where the psychological tension is just as important as the physical attraction. And yes, there will be plot twists that make you want to throw your e-reader across the room (please don't actually do that – they're expensive).

To my German readers: Ja, ich schreibe auch auf Deutsch! The beauty of being bilingual is getting to play with words in two languages, though sometimes my characters refuse to stick to just one (expect some authentic German cursing in heated moments).

What can you expect from my books? Strong heroines who don't need saving (but might save themselves AND the hero), morally gray characters who'll make you question your own ethics, steam that'll fog up your reading glasses, and enough suspense to keep you guessing until the very last page. Also, probably some form of coffee appreciation, because art imitates life and I'm physically incapable of writing without caffeine.

I love connecting with readers on Instagram and in my Facebook reader group, "Lauer's Dark Library" (where we discuss books, share inappropriate memes, and occasionally solve fictional murders). Fair warning: I'm a chronic oversharer and will absolutely tell you about the time I accidentally used Google Translate for a crucial romantic scene and ended up with something hilariously wrong.

Currently, I'm working on my next romantic suspense novel, which features a stalker, a secret society, and a hero who's definitely not husband material (but might steal your heart anyway). Stay tuned for more updates, or just follow me on social media to watch me procrastinate in real-time!

Remember, life's too short for boring books. Let's embrace the darkness together – I promise to bring enough plot twists and steamy scenes to make it worth your while.

Prost! Lilo 🖤