: These romance tropes serve as the framework for the characters' developing relationship amidst the external suspense. IV. Literary Devices and Style

: Part of the Covington Security series, Believed follows Reed Lockhard, a former cop and security agent known as San Francisco's "Hot Cop," and Callie Mayes. Believed by Dr. Rebecca Sharp

: Sharp utilizes her interest in crime-solving shows like NCIS to blend high-stakes mystery with contemporary romance. V. Conclusion : These romance tropes serve as the framework

: Both characters deal with childhood trauma. The story explores how these past wounds shape their ability to form adult attachments and trust others. : Sharp utilizes her interest in crime-solving shows

: The title Believed refers to the internal struggle of the characters. As the truth unfolds, Reed is forced to question his long-held convictions about his past and the people he trusted.

: The protagonists wake up in a hotel room, drugged and covered in blood, with no memory of the previous night—only to discover they are now married. II. Plot Overview and Core Conflict

I. Introduction