Protector
Kate Stone - 2020
He protects the vulnerable, but this comes at a high cost. Lilly Sweeney thought she'd find peace in small-town life. Instead she found corrupt cops, domestic abuse, and the hansome but secretive Wade.When Lilly's drunk neighbor gets nowhere threatening her, he goes home to take his frustrations out on his wife. Lilly tries to save her, but the neighbor is too strong. Will Wade make it back in time to save Lilly and her abused neighbor?Protector is the first of Kate Stone's Watchdogs MC series. If you love bad boys who still do the right thing, strong women who can (mostly) take care of themselves, and steaming hot romance, you'll love this novella.Protector is a SHORT, standalone romance with a happy ending, no cheating, and no cliffhanger.
Hens and Chickens
Jennifer Wixson - 2012
Book 5, Maggie's Dilemma, and a companion Sovereign Series cookbook are slated for publication in 2016. Although the books in The Sovereign Series progress in time generally by one year (Wixson writes in winter when her farm work is fallow), each is a standalone novel. Active in the local food movement (she raises Scottish Highland cattle for beef, cranberries, and honey), food, farming, fun and Maine history play important roles in each novel, as does the kindness and compassion of friends and neighbors in the fictitious small town of Sovereign, Maine. For more information about the series please visit www.TheSovereignSeries.com.
Claws and Effect
Lola Kidd - 2018
But he’s having trouble keeping the peace now that a prank has turned his life upside down. Someone has put his picture up on an online dating app without his permission. Now, even though he isn’t looking for a mate, human women are turning up left and right for dates. Things get even more complicated when one of the women is attacked by an out of control shifter coming to meet him. Joseline Herza is over the moon when she matches with a tall, dark, and handsome as hell shifter on a dating app. She’d always wanted to go on a date with a shifter and now her dream is coming true. But instead of a night of fun, she’s almost killed by a shifter on her way to her date. Some of the town shifters are nervous after the attack. If word gets out that a human was almost killed by one of them, it would be disastrous for the town. When her life is threatened, Rhett steps in to protect Joseline. As he tries to keep Joseline from danger, the town’s shifter-human relations aren’t the only one Rhett has to worry about. Now that it’s met her, his animal won’t be letting go of the beautiful human without a fight. Rhett is going to have to make an impossible choice. Which is more important, the safety of his entire town or the beautiful human he’s falling in love with?
Ryder
Crimson Syn - 2019
The Hellbound Lovers MC has taken over turf that doesn’t belong to them and they’re treading on thin ice. Ryder Chase has never been a man to be restricted by rules, Especially ones he hasn’t set himself, And when he sets eyes on the sultry Regina Thorn, There’s not a soul around who will stop him from getting what he wants. But love has consequences, And choosing a woman over his brotherhood may be the end of the line for Ryder. When love and jealousy collide, decisions will finally be made, And there’s no saying who might get caught in the crossfire.
The World of Tim Frazer
Francis Durbridge - 1962
Tim keeps the rendezvous but there is no sign of Harry.A series of strange happenings, including a Russian shipwreck and a dying secret agent, pulls him into the murky world of international espionage and leads him to uncover the truth behind Harry's disappearance.
STAGESTRUCK - Part 1
Alice Ward - 2015
Twenty one year old Kate Harper has everything she needs to take New York City by storm - a trust fund, and a dream to see her name in the lights on Broadway. And the Big Apple has just as much to offer her - including the handsome Max, a definite perk to her new job at a trendy restaurant. Hooking up with him is enough to bring stars to anyone's eyes, especially hometown girl Kate. But life in the big city isn't all champagne and roses and gorgeous guys. When she becomes the target of envious actresses, Kate doubts she has what it takes to survive in the city long enough to realize her dream. But fate has other ideas, in the form of Dylan Matthews, a legend on Broadway. He's a lady's man, and Kate has caught his eye. Matthews might just be Kate Harper's chance at the big time, but what about Max? How do you choose between your dream career and your dream man? The STAGESTRUCK Series is intended for a mature audience, 18+ only.
RV There Yet?
Diann Hunt - 2006
Midlife's an adventure. But two weeks in a RV with the hot-flash sisters could drive anyone over the hill.Dede signed on for this cross-country RV trip selflessly, for Millie and Lydia's sakes. Besides, she needed to get her mind off a love gone wrong and a demanding gourmet chocolates business. And it's for a good cause--sprucing up the old summer camp in Colorado to save it from closing. It will be a fun, memorable last hurrah before she turns fifty. Right?But Dede's more of a luxury hotel kind of girl. She likes mints on plumped pillows and room service. Bunking with friends in a motor home the size of a phone booth is not her style. And with the mysterious biker gang and a stalking ex-boyfriend, the RV seems to be shrinking.Still, with friends, a boutiful supply of truffles, and a boy from her past who has aged very well, this trip might be the best vacation ever!A hilarious story that celebrates the life in midlife--even the occasional moose and mosquitoes--and the surprising grace of God.
To Dance Once More
Sherri Wilson Johnson - 2011
While her sisters happily prepare for their traditional roles as women and talk of courting, Lydia dreams of adventure and independence. She counts the days until she can leave home to explore the world, to dance with cultured gentlemen, to explore politics and art, to leave behind the confining expectations of her family and community—and her God. Even her friendship with handsome Hamilton Scarbrough isn’t enough to hold her back…until they dance, and her heart considers love. Confused by her heart's betrayal, Lydia struggles to gain her independence. Then she overhears a private conversation about a business deal that has everything to do with her future. Now she’s faced with the biggest decision of her life—to concede or to fight. Either choice will require great sacrifice…and, perhaps, countless rewards. In an attempt to escape her imminent destiny, Lydia scrambles to find a solution—at all costs. Amidst the trials that follow, as Lydia runs out of time, she learns the meaning of sacrifice, forgiveness, hope and faith. Will she ever experience the freedom she's so longed for, or will her desires change in light of her circumstances? Will she ever be able TO DANCE ONCE MORE? Romance. Scandal. Desperation. Hope.
Demon Lord
K.R. Zax - 2020
His Doctor certainly did a great job, providing him with an almost immortal body, made from Demon blood and other questionable materials.What will he do with this new life? Become stronger? Famous? Or just build a harem?
Second Chance Ranch
Audra Harders - 2014
Pediatric nurse, Jennifer O’Reilly returns home to Hawk Ridge, Colorado to establish a mountain recreation camp as a safe adventure for children battling cancer. Her path to ownership depends on developing a profitable business plan to convince the bank she can manage not only the camping facility, but the entire Trails’ End Ranch operation. Generations earlier, one misplayed hand of poker lost the family ranch, and Zac Davidson, youngest son and financial genius of the Circle D, wants it back. Intrigued since childhood by the legend of his great grandfather, Zac is the only family member who holds out hope that one day the Trails’ End would become Davidson property again. When the Trails’ End goes on the market, cost is no object — only Jennifer O’Reilly stands between Zac and his dream. Once high school sweethearts, Jennifer and Zac have wounded each other, and the scars run deep. Jennifer is forced to reveal a secret she’s protected for twelve years. Will it jeopardize the future of both of their dreams or offer them a second chance?
A Stranger in the Family
Patricia McLinn - 1995
He came for his son. He never expected her.A sexy, intriguing stranger arrives out of the blue at her Wyoming ranch, threatening the one thing Cambria protects more fiercely than her heart — her family. Bodie’s discovery that he fathered a son 17 years ago leads him to the warm and welcoming Weston family. That’s the easy part. But his response to one member of the family is far more than he ever expected. The sparks between him and Cambria are real … and so is the danger to his hopes for their future if she finds out why he’s really in Wyoming.
Tempest Raging
Michelle Mankin - 2015
Not nearly long enough to forget.In trouble with nowhere else to go songstress Lace Lowell seeks refuge with the band during their stop in New York City. It's a risky move for her because they are both there, two impossibly good looking men whose lives are inseparably entwined with hers. One who bruised her heart and one who smashed it into pieces.Warren “War” Jinkins, the mercurial lead singer of Tempest, has always had a thing for Lace. But then again so does his best friend and band mate.Bryan “Bullet” Jackson, the sinfully handsome tat-sleeved lead guitarist, has a bad boy reputation befitting his nickname. For the past two years Bullet’s had a rule with the groupies: one time, never twice, leave ‘em satisfied, but always leave ‘em.Two guys, one woman, and a host of dark secrets all together within the tight confines of a tour bus as the group travels cross country.Can the past be forgotten and buried?Will friendships prevail?Or will the three of them succumb to seductive impulses too addictive to resist?ENTICING INTERLUDETo the talented vocalist Justin Jones, love is merely a game that he plays by his own rules.But to Bridget Dubois, love and heartache are one and the same.Broken too many times before, the delicate beauty keeps her emotions carefully concealed. Bridget has her own set of rigid rules when it comes to men. She prefers to avoid them altogether, especially dangerously seductive auburn haired emerald eyed players like Justin.But the new lead singer of the rising rock band Tempest doesn't like to be ignored. Justin is used to getting what he wants, and now he’s set his sights on Bridget.Suddenly, it’s no longer a game.What do you do when the one you can’t have turns out to be the one you can’t live without?As the pressure builds, will it temper them or will it shatter them both like fragile crystal?CAPTIVATING BRIDGEWarren “War” Jinkins is that guy.The bad one.Tempest’s ex front man, an arrogant rock god.The only thing larger than his ego is his capacity for self-destruction.His bad attitude has cost him. His woman. His best friend. His band. Everything.Shaina Bentley is that girl.The good one.Hollywood’s pink candy-coated sweetheart.The star of Pinky Swear, television’s top rated teen show.She’s been practically perfect since that horrible day. But she’s starting to crack under the strain of being everything to everyone.He’s a one man island. She’s a fragile captive soul.Is love a current too dangerous to cross or will it be the bridge that brings them together?RELENTLESS RHYTHM The one she really wants is out of reach.The one he really needs is already taken.Dizzy Lowell, rhythm man for the rising rock band Tempest is a wizard on the guitar and a wonder with women. But the hookup specialist hides his emotional scars beneath his suave exterior. He never lets anyone truly touch him.April Reynolds, the confident bartender of the Diamond Mine, knows her way around a cocktail, but Dizzy has her all mixed up. She knows what’s safe. She’s tired of settling, though. It would be so easy to fall under his spell.Except for that ring around her finger.Two searching souls separated by a thin metal band.Some dreams are dangerous.Some secrets shouldn't be shared.Sometimes what we wish for most can never be.
The Hitman's Child
Nicole Fox - 2017
My clients want people dead. And if this man is to be believed, his ex-wife deserves her fate more than most. But I’m not so sure. Maybe she’s earned the sweet kiss of death… Or maybe all she needs is a hard, sweaty f*ck. She thought she was finally safe. But she didn’t know that I was coming to kill her. It was nothing personal. I’m a hitman, not a judge or jury. I don’t ask questions… I just pull the trigger and hide the bodies. But there’s something different about this one. Something innocent. Something pure. Is she really the monster her husband claims she is? Or is there another story hidden behind those pretty eyes? Only one way to know for sure: Force her to her knees and spread that mouth wide open. THE HITMAN'S CHILD is a full-length, standalone bad boy baby heist romance that features hot sex and violence. This edition comes with two additional bonus novels, COMPLETELY FREE, as a thank you to my readers! Enjoy!
Like a Watered Garden
Patti Hill - 2005
She??'s been unable to get her life back on track after losing her husband in a bicycle accident. Owner and operator of Perennially Yours Garden Design and mother to twelve-year-old Ky, Mibby struggles to keep her "boat tied to the dock" as she avoids reminders of her husband and their former life. A new garden design project, the puzzling case of dying rosebushes, and a mysterious young stranger bring Mibby out of her fog. Has God answered her prayers in the most unexpected way? Garden Gates, Book 1.