Straight into the arms of the eye-candy she’s been trying not to flirt with on her lunch break. But whose side is he on?Ryan’s security firm is having a hard time getting off the ground, and this may be just the job to help the company out. But pseudo-bounty hunter isn’t really what Pierce Securities is trying to get a name for. When he finds out their target is the classy lady from the park, all of his senses go on high alert. What do these men want with her?When Krista is forced into Ryan’s sanctuary in the woods, she realizes just how wild he is, and that she doesn’t want to tame him. He may feel his methods of protection endangered her, but without Krista in his life, Ryan is crazed. This is book #1 in the Pierce Securities, a Romantic Suspense series by Anne Conley, author of the Stories of Serendipity and The Four Winds.

    Now, Fowler’s back in town.When he was twenty, Hunter Fowler made a huge mistake. He’s spent the last twelve years in prison paying for it. When he gets out of prison, the last thing he wants to do is go back to Sharp’s Cove, but he has no choice.Natalie Bowmann isn’t a frightened young woman anymore. She’s the town’s sheriff now and she’s not going to let Fowler’s return destroy the life she’s built for herself. But when another young woman is attacked, Natalie realizes two things: that twelve years earlier an innocent man was sent to prison and, most importantly, that a monster is loose in their peaceful coastal town.Will Hunter and Natalie be able to find him before he strikes again? What will they do with the growing attraction between them?This suspense romance book is intended for adult readers. Each book in the series can be read as a standalone romance.Warning: one of the characters was assaulted years earlier, and remembers the assault at several points during the story.

    Ex-Navy SEAL Julian Montgomery thinks rescuing the alluring conservator will be simple … until he recognizes the gunman as the missing woman he’s been looking for—Ella Sapphire.Finding Ella could be Julian’s one chance to make up for the mistakes of his past, mistakes that led to the destruction of his SEAL Team. Dodging a blaze of bullets, Julian rescues Mena and Ella’s newborn son as Ella escapes into the night.Days later, Ella’s corpse is found on a secluded beach. Struggling to fight the sizzling attraction brewing between them, Julian and Mena search for answers to the gruesome murder. But a killer lurks, willing to stop at nothing to keep Julian and Mena from discovering the twisted truth.

    

     Heat of the Moment For almost a year Shelby has lusted over swoon-worthy Garrett, but she can’t figure out why he’s not interested…until she overhears him saying she’s too vanilla for his taste. When a heat wave sends the sexy Navy SEAL into her bakery, she finally has the opportunity to show him exactly what he’s missing… Heat of Passion Holly has too much on her plate to think about a serious relationship. A hot fling with a SEAL, though, is the perfect way to take the edge off. The last thing she expects is to run into her gorgeous one-night stand weeks later, and to discover that Carson wants the one thing she doesn’t: more. In the face of his methodical seduction, her resistance is crumbling… Heat of the Storm Will has waited fifteen years for the storm that sends Mackenzie into his arms. He’s the one man not scared of her psychic gift, and their one night of passion is enough to convince this tenacious SEAL that they are much, much more than friends. Now he just has to convince her of that… Warning: Contains dangerously hot Navy SEALS, and heroines not afraid to take them on one—or two—at a time.

    When a high-ranking US senator asks Cobra to protect his daughter, a midwife volunteering in Afghanistan, Derek’s gut tells him to turn the senator down. The last thing he wants to do is babysit an aid worker. But Jenna isn’t just another assignment. She’s also the younger sister of his best friend, the man who died taking bullets meant for him. There’s no way Derek can refuse. Jenna Hamilton doesn’t need a bodyguard, especially not one hired by her intrusive and controlling father. She knew the risks when she signed on to work in rural Afghanistan, and the hospital already has armed security. She also doesn’t need the distraction of a big, brooding operative skulking about, even if he is her late brother’s best friend—and sexy as hell. As far as she’s concerned, he can pack up his Humvee and drive into the sunset. And, no, nothing her hormones have to say about him will change her mind. From the moment his boots hit the ground in Afghanistan, Derek does his best to win Jenna over, posing as her brother so the two of them can spend time alone. Except that what he feels for her is anything but brotherly. Stolen moments lead to secret kisses—and an undeniable sexual attraction that shakes them both to the core. But events have been set into motion that they cannot escape. When a ruthless warlord sets his sights on Jenna, Derek will do whatever it takes to keep her safe, even if it costs him his heart—or his life.

     The second hardest thing would be watching my twelve-year-old daughter fall to her knees as they lowered her mother into the ground to rest. A heart-wrenching vision that will forever be etched in my mind. Claire was my best friend—she had been since we were barely old enough to talk. I always knew, one day, I would marry her. I think I may have even told her that a few times while we were growing up. Never did I think I would lose her so suddenly. I knew at that moment… Our life would never be the same again… JACKSON'S DESTINY - BOOK #2 Shaken to his core, the loss was excruciating… Jackson Sawyer was strong, confident, cocky, and arrogant, but when he loved, he loved hard. The Sawyer family was faced with a tragedy that rocked their foundation. Jackson, however, was hit the hardest. He’s the one who can't seem to rise above the grief. It has overtaken him… Until he finds Bailey Whitmore. She also has a darkness she just can't shake. Yet she hides it well—tucking her sadness away, and shadowing it with a spunky attitude. But those demons have a way of showing up when you least expect it… Love is intense. Loss is inevitable. Pain and anger are unavoidable. Will they find the strength to rebuild their tainted hearts together? Or will it go against…Jackson’s Destiny? NOAH'S JOURNEY - BOOK #3 The years that were taken can never be repaid. The memories stolen can never be returned. But I had to move forward…for him, my son. Noah had spent years wondering what he could have done differently. Wondering what he’d done wrong to make Stacey leave. The heartache from her absence and the what-ifs of their past eventually turned to anger—and then disgust. It took years for him to move on, and once he did, his past came thundering back, revealing a secret. A secret that would forever change his future. Alena had waited for the chance to have more with Noah. He was an enigma, a man of mystery, yet she wasn’t quite ready to give up on him. She knew there was more to him than what he allowed those around him to see. She was drawn to his charm and his calm nature. With an uprooted past of her own, she craved a little stability more than anything. But when things between them finally begin to grow into more, their relationship is tested. Will it all be too much for Alena to handle? Or will she decide to stay and be a part of…Noah’s Journey? OLIVIA'S RIDE - BOOK #4 Keeton Pearce hadn’t lived a life full of supportive, loving family… In fact, it was just the opposite. He had been on his own for so long he had no idea what it felt like to belong. He didn’t want to rehash the life he left behind, or even think about it. But the hate from his father followed him, slowly eating away at the life he had begun to build for himself. Olivia Sawyer had been prepped on how to deal with the advances of those college men she would encounter… After all, she had been surrounded by three alpha men who made sure she knew just how to handle herself. But when she met Keeton Pearce, all those words of warning flew right out the window.

    behind her name...Is the last person I need to be fixated on.I need to channel that kind of energy into fighting wildfires.Not fighting my need to own her.I’m jacked enough as is.The medical discharge that ended my career as a Navy Trauma Surgeon…And all the B.S. of trying to reinvent myself in this small town is more than enough headache.But when I realize she’s the one trapped inside the burning, collapsed building…All bets are off.Even if I have to tear the world apart with my bare hands I will save her.And she will be mine.Regardless of the fact that I’m her boss. Or that she's hiding a giant secret...Saving Sophia will check all of your boxes for steam and action from the moment you meet the handsome but damaged mountain man doctor fireman, Liam Strong. This standalone book kicks off the new Eden Mountain Firefighters collection. No cheating, no cliffhanger. And the best HEA you'll read all year!Doctor Fireman's Secret Baby Romance

    To get to the truth, he is going to have to get very close to Grace, a task he’s all too eager to undertake once he gets a look at her. The Men with the Golden Cuffs Adam Miles and Jacob Dean are halves of a whole. They’ve spent their entire adult lives searching for the one woman who can handle them both. When Serena Brooks comes into their lives, they’re certain she’s the one. But when a stalker strikes, will they lose her forever? A Dom is Forever The hunt for an international arms dealer leads Liam O’Donnell to London and into the world of Avery Charles. Avery’s never met a man like Liam and quickly falls under his spell. But when Avery’s boss leads the McKay-Taggart team to the traitorous Mr. Black, Liam must put together the pieces of the puzzle of his past or Avery might not have a future…

    As a successful commodities trader with one of the leading London trading houses, he was happy, healthy and, engaged to be married to the woman he loved. Then came the devastating news that would change his life forever. Less than two years later, his health is in tatters, his fiancée is gone, and his life is reduced to nothing more than a series of difficult choices and harsh realities. In search of answers and, in search of a drink, he walks an unfamiliar part of London. He doesn’t find the answers he is looking for, but he does find Karen. With Karen, he finds hope. With Karen, he finds love. With Karen, nothing is ever going to be the same again.Reviewed By K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite- 5 StarsWalk With Me: One Hundred Days of Crazy is a romantic and bitter sweet work of fiction penned by author Ernesto H Lee. Written for mature audiences, but not overly graphic in its romantic content, this tale focuses on love later in life. Our central hero Mark Rennie is a man who once thought he had a perfect life all figured out, but then his life and health fall apart aged forty-one. In a world of difficult choices, Mark chooses to drift the streets of London in search of some kind of answer. When he finds Karen, however, he gets a lot more than he was looking for.This is an emotional and unusual love story in the realm of tragic romances, but it has so many beautiful and uplifting qualities in spite of the situation that Mark finds himself in. The back drop of London is well drawn to bring out the atmosphere of each moment in Mark and Karen's relationship, and author Ernesto H Lee has a cinematic sense of how to construct scenes and move the plot along without any unnecessary details derailing it. The narration is personal, close to the characters, and sensitive in matters of health, the future and the notion of hope. What results is an emotionally intelligent and realistic romance that will grip its readers from start to finish. Overall, Walk With Me: One Hundred Days of Crazy is a rollercoaster ride with stylish narration, compelling dialogue and a plot you'll cry over again and again.Reviewed By Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite- 5 StarsWalk With Me: One Hundred Days of Crazy by Ernesto H Lee is a novel about love, acceptance, and learning to live in the moment. We are all guilty of it and we all take our present for granted while we push for the future. This is something that happened to Mark Rennie in this novel. He kept looking forward and worked hard, only to have his life slip away from him. His story is heartbreaking as well as encouraging.The author did a great job of creating an atmosphere that is sensitive yet hopeful. There were emotional ups and downs in the story, but the author kept the momentum going and ensured that the reader enjoyed the journey with Mark and Karen. While the topic of cancer is very bleak,the author added as much hope and happiness to the story as possible. To say that I got emotional reading this novel would be an understatement. I was so involved and invested in Mark and Karen that I just didn't want their story to end. Absolutely beautiful! “Walk With Me, One Hundred Days of Crazy is a novel with a powerful tale of romance and one that explores the deep longings of the human heart.” Ruffina Oserio for Readers Favorite. “Walk With Me, One Hundred Days of Crazy by Ernesto H Lee is a fascinating book packed with craziness, emotions, family, and love (lots of love).” Ankita Shukla for Readers Favorite.

    18+. Hide My Memories Hide Me Series, Book 1 - Katerina, a brand new paramedic, accidentally gets in the way of a serial killer in the worst way possible; she can see in her mind the images of the horrible things he has done. Can her new partner save her life, her sanity, and any chance she has at ever being happy again? Romantic Suspense. Fueled Obsession, Book 1 - Weeks before wealthy Mollie DuBois graduates nursing school, she’s in residency at the local hospital where her determination to help the needy takes her to a small clinic on the wrong side of the tracks. The only thing Mollie wasn’t prepared for was going weak in the knees over Jackson Fitzgerald. An arrogant, but charming hard-bodied street racer who's determined to steal her heart. New Adult Romance. Seduced 1 - Tristan, former MMA Champion, Tattooed and Hot as hell is living his life away from any trouble--especially relationships trouble. Nikki is desperate to find a way to get back with the person she loves most in this world, but she needs someone as strong as Tristan to put her plan in motion. New Adult Romance. The Anniversary Gift - Staying together is the real love story. Join Kate and Ethan on a sensual journey of re-connect, exploration and love. Contemporary Romance. The Promise of Redwood Cove - As the town prepares for the celebration, the newcomers and townfolk alike share one relatively quiet day enjoying this little town by the sea, unaware of the forces that will soon connect their lives and their fortunes. Contemporary Romance. Honeymoon For One - A woman jilted by her fiancé just six weeks before their Valentines Day wedding goes on her Italian honeymoon alone in the hope of finding herself again. Little does she know that real love and romance await her in Verona, the city of love. Contemporary Romance. Falling for Him 1 - FALLING FOR HIM 1 is a steamy romance about true love that overcomes all obstacles. Can Rachel and Peter make it work once they leave the mountains and return home? New Adult Romance. Hero - She was hoping for a hero, but never realized who she would save. Enter the world of radio personality Kate Samuel after she rescues a boy from a fire and is rewarded with the attention of billionaire firefighter Matt Lewis. Steamy romance serial with a cliffhanger. New Adult Romance. Teacher's Pet - Lynora thought she had everything under control until she met the Professor. Hot new adult romance by best selling author, Avery Phillips. New Adult Romance. Lessons in Love - High school cheerleader, Alex Heron, is pretty, blonde and popular. Alex seems to have it all, but she's hiding a dark secret from her past that threatens to destroy her future. Only the handsome new math teacher can see past Alex's façade to the real girl hiding inside. He wants to help Alex overcome her past, but will their developing feelings for each other get in the way? New Adult Romance.

    Meet these strong, independent couples, willing to risk it all on finding their happily-ever-after with the one that got away. IT HAPPENED IN VEGAS One little wager. What could go wrong? That's what Charlie King thinks when her friends dare her to reach out to the one man she's never forgotten. There's just one catch—he's the older brother of her former fiancée. Rodeo star Jared Drake is in Vegas for the Grand National finals when he spots Charlie. Their chemistry is instantly off the charts. There’s just one problem—his role in her broken engagement. This time around, can they beat the odds to happily-ever-after or will secrets from the past keep them apart forever? CRAZY VEGAS LOVE It's party time in Las Vegas when four former college roommates and best friends converge on Sin City. Add in a crazy drunken bet about finding "the one that got away" to see if there's a spark still burning after all these years—how bad could it be? The next day, after coming to her senses, Gloria Valenzuela had no intention of going through with the bet. Not until one of the other women played fairy godmother and arranged things so Gloria had no choice but to meet up with her ex. A world famous country music star, Kyle Greenwood had everything he'd ever wanted except for the one thing he'd left behind—Gloria. Then fate in the form of his matchmaking manager lends a hand and brings Gloria back into his life. Before the night is over, a simple practical joke escalates into more than either anticipate. Secrets from their past begin to unravel and threaten their last chance at happiness. Can they overcome their obstacles and hold onto their happily ever after? MARRIAGE, VEGAS STYLE It's party time in Las Vegas when four former college roommates and best friends converge on Sin City. Add in a crazy drunken bet about finding "the one that got away" to see if there's a spark still burning after all these years—how bad could it be? When Cynthia "Cyn" Evans finds herself without access to cash and credit cards, she tempted to cave in to her mother's demands to return home and become engaged to someone who's earned the family approval. That is, until she runs into Noah Cochran in the hotel lobby. What are the odds the one man she decided not to look for is right here in Vegas? Noah Cochran can't believe his luck. The consortium deciding on the contract for the brand new casino complex has narrowed its choices down to five contenders, and his company is at the top of the list. But he's the only unmarried businessman in the running, and if he wants to make a good impression, he needs a fiancee—fast. A fake engagement seems the ideal solution, until things spiral out of control. Will outside forces pull them apart when they've just found each other again, or can they hang on tight for their own happily-ever-after?

    (Each story is available for individual purchase.)Pursuing Patrick*After an unregulated research trial warped her DNA and turned her into an honest-to-goodness mutant, detective Dana Slade became an unwilling initiate into the mysterious paranormal world. The new were-cat Patrick O’Dwyer could be the perfect partner Dana didn’t know she needed, but not if she can’t convince herself that another chance at love is worth the risks.Framing FelipeSarah Miller isn’t interested in a relationship with a man who cheats death for a living, but something about Felipe Castillo has her enthralled. Perhaps it’s because the handsome acrobat seems to have just as many secrets as her…or even more.Bryan's BetrayalWere-bear lieutenant Bryan Ridge needs Shrew & Company’s help in overthrowing his group’s Alpha, and investigator Tamara Ursu has all the right qualifications for the job. She can help him if she can get past the wealth of distractions. Bryan’s bear is sniffing around for a mate, and for some strange reason, Bryan makes Tamara sick. Literally.*formerly titled THE PROBLEM WITH PADDY___Also available in the Shrew & Company series:4 - FOLLOWING FABIAN5 - ERIC'S EDGE6 - PROMISING PETER

    It’s about to get messy.When I left Reno to join the SEALS, my younger brother took the reins to my MC, the Devil’s Luck. He was supposed to wear the leather and fill the shoes until I got back. Not leave me alone in this life.Now that I’m back, I have a bigger fight on my hands than I thought possible. And not only that, but a beautiful girl is caught in the middle.The type of woman that keeps a hard man like me up at night, pacing the floor with need.I don’t deserve a woman like her. I’ve spilled too much blood in my life to be worthy of love. Besides, I don’t have time for romance. My town is under attack, and I’m going to get it back.The war isn’t over.It’s just beginning.

    Western romance at its best! 1. GRADY'S KIDS THE TRIALS OF A MODERN DAY COWBOY ARE YOU A FAN OF OLD WESTERNS, WHERE THE HERO HOLDS UP A TRAIN? Grady Hughes, single parent at the end of his tether, loves those old movies, and when a train threatens—for the second time—to kill one of his valuable steers, he goes temporarily insane, stops the train at gunpoint, and lands himself in a world of trouble.Fiona is the parole officer assigned to Grady's case. She's never met anyone like him. He irritates her, but it's his three little kids who really get under her skin. What's she to do with a modern day renegade and a trio of kids who capture her heart? 2. LOVE OF A RODEO MAN THEY'LL NEVER STAY HOME, AND THEY'RE ALWAYS ALONE Sara Wingate has just graduated as a vet, and she's landed a job in the small town of Plains, Montana, where her family live. They're overjoyed that she's come home at last.Mitch Carter has given up his life as a top notch rodeo cowboy, and he's also come home to be his father's right-hand man on the Carter Ranch. But his heart's still back at the rodeo—until he and Sara meet in a pen full of pigs. 3. FOLLOW A WILD HEART A CITY GUY, A COUNTRY GAL, AND A MOOSE A different kind of Western romantic adventure. Sex in the City, it's not!Log scaler Karena Carlson lives off the grid in the Minnesota back woods with her son, Danny, and his mischievous pet moose calf, Mortimer. Logan Baxter spots her winning the log rolling competition at the timber show and is instantly smitten. Logan is single, social, and fond of things like electricity, indoor plumbing and gas heat. Karena dislikes cities, crowds, and strangers. Her mantra is chop wood, carry water. Can she afford to let Logan into her heart, and her life? And how can a stubborn 12-year-old boy and a capricious moose calf addicted to exhaust fumes help love find a way?Danny adores Mortimer, but to call the moose calf a mischief would be the understatement of the century. And Mortimer is growing, which for a moose, means huge. And when moose hormones kick in, it could also mean danger; moose have been known to attack trains when the love bug bites. She loves her son, she loves his moose, she loves her way of life. But none of them will easily transport to the city if she falls in love with Logan. What's Karena to do?