First in the Cowboys of Whispering Canyon series, in which physical therapist Tess Barrett ends up helping rancher Holt Chandler's grandfather after hFirst in the Cowboys of Whispering Canyon series, in which physical therapist Tess Barrett ends up helping rancher Holt Chandler's grandfather after he is injured from a shot that didn't kill him but did knock him off his horse. Holt has a crush on Tess after seeing her with his grandfather, something she doesn't know, even though she's also had a crush on him since high school.
When a one-night fling that they both indulge in results in a pregnancy neither was expecting, the question then becomes, can Holt convince Tess to marry him and thus protect their child from the rumors and inuendos that have followed Tess all her life, as a result of the actions of her grandmother more than 60 years earlier? She's protective of her independence, but will that be enough to save her when she's kidnapped by the very person she now suspects was the shooter of Holt's grandpa?
Terrific characters, a great start to a promising new series. Can't wait for the next installment....more
Another in the Silver Stars of Montana series, in which acting sheriff Cat Jameson finds herself in a mess of trouble, even though she's 6 months pregAnother in the Silver Stars of Montana series, in which acting sheriff Cat Jameson finds herself in a mess of trouble, even though she's 6 months pregnant, when she meets Dylan Walker and suspects him of fathering the baby of a frightened woman who begs for her help.
That woman soon is found dead, but the baby is gone. Now Cat needs to find the baby and with Dylan's help, they soon find themselves in the midst of a series of events that result in several murders and dangers for both of them.
But will they make it out alive, find the missing child and then see that she successfully births her baby? Talk about complications!...more
Another in the Marshals of Mesa Point series, in which US marshal Abi Remington joins with FBI special agent and single parent Grayson Chisolm to catcAnother in the Marshals of Mesa Point series, in which US marshal Abi Remington joins with FBI special agent and single parent Grayson Chisolm to catch a serial killer bent on dispatching college students all over Texas. When the sixth victim manages to escape, both Abi and Grayson think they may now have enough information to catch the murderer, but can they get to him before he claims another victim? And before either or both of them are hurt or even killed? After all, Abi is attacked and the murderer's signature written in sand is left at her house.
Will Grayson convince Abi that he wants her in his life personally as well as professionally? And will she agree, even though she's never thought herself someone who could love a child like Grayson's 4-year-old son?...more
First in the Polk Island series, in which hotel owner Shane Worthington is intent on doing his best to bring the family-owned hotel back to profitabilFirst in the Polk Island series, in which hotel owner Shane Worthington is intent on doing his best to bring the family-owned hotel back to profitability after the death of his father, but someone seems to be intent on causing him further mayhem when a valuable heirloom is stolen. Is it an inside job? And if so, who and why? The security head for the hotel, one Ace Martin, is similarly determined to find out who is behind the theft.
Shane and Ace are attracted to each other. But Shane doesn't want the complication and Ace is frankly afraid she will be hurt as she was previously with a former love. How is this going to play out when each is intent on helping the hotel survive?...more
Another in the Blessings, GA series, in which recently-divorced Cathy Terry continues to look over her shoulder, fearful that her wealthy ex-husband iAnother in the Blessings, GA series, in which recently-divorced Cathy Terry continues to look over her shoulder, fearful that her wealthy ex-husband is going to make good on his vow to kill her so she won't talk about his illegal business activities.
First to meet her is rancher Duke Talbot, who is immediately taken with the redhead. But will Blessings, GA be a place where she can settle or will she keep running? Duke is determined that she stay, but Cathy has to decide that for herself and soon she begins to see that the townspeople aren't what she expected. They are happy to welcome her in so many ways.
And that's how rustlers who break into the Talbot ranch begin the process of helping Duke and Cathy to see where they might settle as a couple, but first, she has to show everyone what she's made of. Thank a rabid coyote for that, among other adventures....more
Another in the Blessings, GA series, in which Sully Raines, newly retired from firefighting, is in search of his birth mother after learning that he wAnother in the Blessings, GA series, in which Sully Raines, newly retired from firefighting, is in search of his birth mother after learning that he was adopted. When he arrives in Blessings, Georgia, he seems to have run out of clues until a psychic urges him to stay in Blessings, and he runs into the woman who knew him in high school.
In fact, Melissa Dean was his first love and she was his. Soon they become reacquainted but all is not smooth when Melissa is attacked and kidnapped by an escaped convict. When Sully finds her after following the police in their search for the convict, that adventure that could have ended badly cements their relationship.
But what really takes the cake is when Sully learns that his birth mother lives in Blessings, too! But will he ever find his father? Read on to find out....more
Another in the Blessings, GA series, in which losing a spouse requires former attorney Dan Amos to resettle in hopes of starting over and healing.
OnlAnother in the Blessings, GA series, in which losing a spouse requires former attorney Dan Amos to resettle in hopes of starting over and healing.
Only when he needs hardware supplies does he meet the woman who can help him move forward even as he helps her, a widow with children, do the same.
But will a hurricane with Blessings in its crosshairs stop what might be their second chance at love? And will it cough up an answer to who almost killed Dan's elderly artist neighbor?...more
Another in the Jason Wade series, in which the death of a hooker and a nun are linked in ways previously unexpected. Then a child is kidnapped and howAnother in the Jason Wade series, in which the death of a hooker and a nun are linked in ways previously unexpected. Then a child is kidnapped and how he and his mother are related to all the other horrors that occurred previously gradually begins to be unraveled when Jason Wade, reporter, works with Grace, a detective, to share what each has uncovered separately in order to save that child and finally figure out why all these things happened....more
Last in the New Orleans Nights series, in which psychologist Daphne Brookes gets too chose to some of the teen clients she meets with every week and sLast in the New Orleans Nights series, in which psychologist Daphne Brookes gets too chose to some of the teen clients she meets with every week and suspects they may be involved in voodoo such that they are in danger.
Keeping them safe may be her first intention, but not dying from poison soon becomes artist Skeeter Harwood's job. He's in love with Daffy, but he can't seem to convince her that commitment to him isn't a bad idea. After all, what she observed between her parents has definitely scarred her and convinced her that relationships are not for her.
Who will win out here? The voodoo queen who is really engaging in criminal activity under the guise of those voodoo gatherings? Will Daffy succumb to that poison? Will Skeeter convince her that they should be married? Great way to end a good series....more
Second in the New Orleans Nights series, in which psychologist Antoinette Deveraux is asked to hypnotize a young child after she is rescued from a higSecond in the New Orleans Nights series, in which psychologist Antoinette Deveraux is asked to hypnotize a young child after she is rescued from a high-rise fire. Detective Sam Long wants to know if the child can provide him clues to identifying the arsonist. But what is discovered brings the criminal much closer to his bayou family members than he wants to consider.
Then there's the attraction between Antoinette and Sam that neither feels will go anywhere. Not that she doesn't want it to. But Sam has convinced himself that he's not marriage material and rather than hurt Antoinette, he is determined to push her away. Until he can't.
But will he be too late to save her when she happens upon the people who caused the previous fire after she's been dropped off in a mini-island in the middle of the bayou and a storm is coming her way? Intriguing characters throughout....more
First in the New Orleans Nights series, in which psychologist Joshua Martane becomes too close to his patient, a young woman found near death who has First in the New Orleans Nights series, in which psychologist Joshua Martane becomes too close to his patient, a young woman found near death who has no idea who she is or why she was found where the police discovered her.
As Joshua tries to help "Maggie" recover her memory, both discover that their past experiences continue to prevent them from moving forward until a series of events that increase her danger also place him in the cross-hairs of the criminal intent on killing Maggie.
But when her memory suddenly returns, the discovery that her wealthy father is not dead also serves as a fence around Maggie and what she wants. Or will she break free at last? And will Josh show her how he really feels about her or hold off in order not to be hurt again?...more
Cassie Costas is desperate to reconnect with her stepdaughter after the death of the girl's father and her husband and returning to the town where CasCassie Costas is desperate to reconnect with her stepdaughter after the death of the girl's father and her husband and returning to the town where Cassie grew up--with her large Greek family around--is part of her chance to do so. Not that Savannah appreciates her efforts. And when her actions result in the moving into their house a single mom, Amber, and her teen son, Will, Savannah is certain her life will never be normal again.
Over time, the two teens decide that finding Will's father--whom her mother tells him precious little about--will be their goal. But little do they know that doing so may place everyone in danger. And when that danger suddenly shows up at the restaurant Savannah's great-grandmother owns, will anyone come out of it alive? A compelling tale of the many complications that link people in myriad ways....more
Occurring before the start of the Ukraine invasion by Russia, Medic Dare Mazur and Captain Ram Kozak have served together previously, but now their atOccurring before the start of the Ukraine invasion by Russia, Medic Dare Mazur and Captain Ram Kozak have served together previously, but now their attraction renders further sharing dangers if it means they can't concentrate on their military duties, particularly in a war zone.
Then they are called into the CO's office and their circumstances change in the face of the impending war. But will it be a good or bad change? And how might that affect how they feel about each other and what they want for themselves and each other?...more
Second in the Jack Gannon series, and not a book you want to pick up if you're looking for a leisurely read. This is a true thriller with hints at whaSecond in the Jack Gannon series, and not a book you want to pick up if you're looking for a leisurely read. This is a true thriller with hints at what could happen in today's world. Look at what Israel did recently with cell phones that killed or maimed hundreds of their enemies in the Middle East. Now think bigger: think of killing hundreds of thousands of people without any way to stop the deaths that might accrue. Then think about what you would do if you child was somehow involved, but no one believed you.
There you have it: little hints about what makes this book a can't-put-down tale. Enjoy, but be prepared to stay up until you get to the last page, particularly if you don't start it until well past sunrise....more
Another in the Back to Adelaide Creek series, in which Mack Fisher is new to daily fatherhood after his wife dies and he takes over the care of his 7-Another in the Back to Adelaide Creek series, in which Mack Fisher is new to daily fatherhood after his wife dies and he takes over the care of his 7-year-old son. One person who seems to understand his kid is contractor and musician, Erin Hunnicutt.
She's not looking for any kind of relationship, in spite of her attraction to the blue-eyed man and his adorable child. What she wants is her horse and to make sure Raven isn't stolen like several other horses have of late. Can she and Mack team up to find the animals that have disappeared? And can she open up her heart to the two Fisher men who have already welcomed her?...more
Another in the Long, Tall Texans series, in which detective Rick Marquez can't seem to stop growing feelings for his partner, Gwen Cassaway when she jAnother in the Long, Tall Texans series, in which detective Rick Marquez can't seem to stop growing feelings for his partner, Gwen Cassaway when she joins his squad. What he doesn't know involves a father from another country and her father as well as who she really works for. But when those secrets begin to come out, so also do the feelings between the two and where it leads seems both fantastical and expected.
But will they live to enjoy their time together?...more
First in the Grace Valley Trilogy, in which physician June Hudson is up to her ears in all manner of demands on her time, not least of which is patienFirst in the Grace Valley Trilogy, in which physician June Hudson is up to her ears in all manner of demands on her time, not least of which is patients she isn't expecting who show up in her house when she's just out of a shower and wrapped in a towel! Good grief! Then there's the person who shows up with an injured man and she falls for the deliverer of the injured guy when she isn't really looking (or is she?) for a romantic interest. But he turns out to be an undercover DEA agent, so any relationship they might have isn't going to happen. Or will it?
Getting a new doc to help her after her father is really retired also means she has to check that he's really who he says he is. Yes, he's got the skills, but did he abuse a previous patient and how is she going to find out about that without him learning what she's searching for?
Another in the Ray Wyatt series, in which Ray gets a new job and heads for the site where a missing college student was last seen. While there, he encAnother in the Ray Wyatt series, in which Ray gets a new job and heads for the site where a missing college student was last seen. While there, he encounters an FBI agent he worked with on a previous case, but why is she there when her usual setting is NYC?
Soon it becomes clear that what they had previously worked on, an unsolved mystery involving numerous victims, is somehow linked to the kidnapping that Ray is intent on writing about. But she can't confirm details he needs.
Then he stops at a gas station and suddenly finds himself in the midst of not only the discovery of the missing student but the person who has tried to hide her from the police searching for her. Will he get his story?...more
Who knew that participating in a game to be live-streamed might actually be dangerous to one's health? But that's what the five participants discover Who knew that participating in a game to be live-streamed might actually be dangerous to one's health? But that's what the five participants discover after being lured into the situation with a $10 million payout--that is if one of them is the winner.
But who will win and what happens to the losers? As each competition occurs, the dangers become more obvious even as who to pair up with (or not) and who to watch out for (or not) changes. Then there's the problem that the person nominally in charge has to solve. Will she? Or will the boss she has trapped in the wine basement escape and come after her before the game is completed?
So many questions prevail in this thriller that I couldn't put down....more
What would you do if your newborn baby was stolen, leaving your arms empty and your heart bereft? In this title in the Badge of Honor series, that's wWhat would you do if your newborn baby was stolen, leaving your arms empty and your heart bereft? In this title in the Badge of Honor series, that's what Cora Reeves has confronted for the past 5 years. When the PI she hired to find her daughter is killed, she turns to Sheriff Jacob Maverick whose own father died in the fire at the hospital that was the scene of the baby's abduction. He vows to help Cora, even though the case seems cold.
As the two of them work together, they slowly begin to uncover clues, but Cora can't believe that her ex-husband might be involved. And when she realizes that one of her kindergarten students may actually be her daughter, she is hopeful. But the question her therapist has asked her isn't one she can answer: what will she do if her daughter is part of a happy home?
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What would you do if your newborn baby was stolen, leaving your arms empty and your heart bereft? In this title in the Badge of Honor series, that's what Cora Reeves has confronted for the past 5 years. When the PI she hired to find her daughter is killed, she turns to Sheriff Jacob Maverick whose own father died in the fire at the hospital that was the scene of the baby's abduction. He vows to help Cora, even though the case seems cold.
As the two of them work together, they slowly begin to uncover clues, but Cora can't believe that her ex-husband might be involved. And when she realizes that one of her kindergarten students may actually be her daughter, she is hopeful. But the question her therapist has asked her isn't one she can answer: what will she do if her daughter is part of a happy home?...more