Off the Beaten Path: An evening with Jo Segura & Heather McBreen

Join Beguiled Books for a cozy, intimate evening with beloved local authors Jo Segura and Heather McBreen as we celebrate their newly released books, The Lust Crusade and Sunk in Love.

Jo and Heather will be in conversation with our very own Mrs. Beguiled, followed by a brief audience Q+A, and signing & photo line.

What to expect:

• Ticket purchase includes one or both books (depending on your selection).
• There is also an option to attend the event without purchasing the books.
• You may bring up to two books from home to have signed.
• We will have light nibbles and treats available for attendees.

ABOUT THE BOOKS:

The Lust Crusade by Jo Segura (releases January 13, 2026):
Daniela Guiterrez has been in love with her brother’s best friend, Theo, for as long as she can remember—until he went missing over a year ago during an archaeological expedition. But on a solo trip to Greece, the intrepid librarian discovers that Theo is very much alive, although judging by the criminals holding him hostage, he is not doing well.

An expert in ancient Greek archaeology, Dr. Theo Galanis was abducted by artifact smugglers in search of a priceless gemstone—the eye of the Minotaur. This ridiculous assignment was supposed to get Dani out of his system, not keep her tied up next to him. But when his little white lie spirals into his captors believing Theo and Dani are engaged, the “couple” must utilize her research skills and his expertise to solve the millennia-old Minoan mystery, all while feigning a romance to keep each other alive.

Now with six days to find the jewel, underground societies, mythological beings, and pesky abductors are only half the battle. Because among the ancient ruins and temples they explore is an even bigger danger: falling in love for real.

Sunk in Love by Heather McBreen (releases January 27, 2026)
Roslyn and Liam met nine years ago and have been the perfect couple ever since. Through every up and down, every milestone—from Liam’s residency to the publication of Roslyn’s debut romance—they’ve been each other’s rocks. Until now.

Pulled apart by the untimely death of Roslyn’s mom and the undertow of grief, they’re now navigating the final wave in their divorce.

Heartbroken and unsure how to tell her family she’s called it quits with everyone’s favorite son-in-law, Roslyn keeps the impending divorce a secret. But when Roslyn’s grandparents ask if Liam can officiate their vow renewal ceremony aboard a Hawaiian cruise during their annual vacation, Roslyn needs to tell the truth or figure out a way to keep her secret. A week trapped at sea with her ex isn’t ideal, but neither Roslyn nor Liam want to rock the boat, so they concoct a plan—they’ll fake it.

After five years of marriage, they can figure out how to pretend for jungle hikes and mai tais, right? But when reality and make believe starts to blur, and old feelings begin to resurface, Roslyn and Liam have to decide whether it’s sink or swim for their marriage.