Suspense Romance Best Sellers

Today's best-selling romantic suspense books and ebooks offer a perfect blend of thrilling mystery and passionate romance, topping the book charts on Amazon Kindle and Apple Books. These popular novels feature captivating storylines filled with intense chemistry and suspenseful twists. Best-selling authors like Sandra Brown, Nora Roberts, Lisa Gardner, and Jayne Ann Krentz have mastered the art of combining danger and desire in their novels. Whether it's pulse-pounding mysteries or romantic thrillers, these books deliver the ultimate mix of excitement and passion. Dive into the world of romantic suspense with some of the best novels in the genre today!

The current #1 best selling romantic suspense novel on Apple Books today is The Woman from Nowhere by Kristen Ashley.

The book chart of the most popular supense romance books was last updated on April 15, 2026.

Romance Ebook Best Sellers

Apple Books Most Popular Romantic Suspense Novels 2026

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The Woman from Nowhere

The Woman from Nowhere by Kristen Ashley

After a heartbreaking betrayal, Mabel Adams reinvents herself for the fourth time. Regardless of the alarming reputation of the deceptively sleepy town of Misted Pines, she decides to move all the way across the country to start yet again. Mabel has a one-night stand with a mountain man who rocks her world in bed but doesn't tell her his name. The next day, after receiving a threatening note from her neighbors, she discovers she's living next to an extremist cult where the women go in and are never seen again. After serving, former Navy SEAL Hutch Hutchison is living a peaceful life on his patch in the mountains outside Misted Pines. He's been burned so many times by women, he's happy to train his guard dogs, play his guitar, live remote, and most of all, quiet. Until he hooks up with a beautiful woman who lives just down the way. And then he discovers she's been threatened by the cult next door. Hutch's protective instinct sparks, and he decides his next mission is to keep Mabel safe at all costs. But there's something even hinkier about that cult than Hutch or local law enforcement expect. As Hutch executes the riskiest mission of his life—keeping Mabel safe at the same time keeping both of their hearts intact—Hutch and the Sheriff's Department try to unravel the mystery of The Lion and The Lamb before it's too late. Because Mabel is in their crosshairs. And Hutch is not about to allow her to disappear.

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Be The Full Problem

Be The Full Problem by Lani Lynn Vale

I blame getting pregnant on my sister getting mauled by a bear. If she hadn’t been attacked that day, I wouldn’t have come home to check on her. I wouldn’t have run into Boone Windsor at that bar. I wouldn’t have gone home with him, ready to drown my sorrows in a different, more satisfying way. I wouldn’t have given him that second chance. Not after he’d so badly burned the first chance. I would’ve gone back to work half the country away, and I would’ve kept my head in the sand where Boone was involved. But my sister did get attacked. I did give Boone a second chance. And I almost died because of it. After my memories are lost in an accident that almost takes both of our lives, Boone makes me fall in love with him all over again. And since I didn’t know all the hell that awaited me, I didn’t guard my heart. I fell, and fell, and fell until there was nowhere else to go but down. Then, when those memories come back and I’m faced with the consequences of my actions, I didn’t falter. I knew he was hell, yet I chose to burn with him anyway.

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Rust and Marrow

Rust and Marrow by Brea Holden

Harper Hayes would rather freeze to death than accept help from Cade Lawson. She inherited a failing Montana ranch and a mountain of debt the day her father's heart stopped beating. For six years, she has held it together alone — starving herself to feed her cattle, patching fences with frozen hands, refusing every offer from the ruthless land baron next door who wants to swallow her property whole. Cade Lawson doesn't make offers. He makes inevitabilities. He owns eleven thousand acres, a hundred men, and the patience of a predator who has been circling Harper's boundary for six years, waiting for her stubbornness to break. He tells himself it's business. He tells himself it's strategy. He's been lying since year four. Then the worst blizzard in a century buries the valley. Harper's truck dies in a snowdrift. Her body is shutting down. And the only man for miles rides through the whiteout to drag her — screaming, fighting, half-frozen — into his remote hunting cabin. No power. No radio. No rescue coming. Twelve days. One room. A fire that keeps dying. A hatred that won't. Trapped together in a space barely big enough to breathe, their six-year war turns into something far more dangerous. Every shared blanket is a battlefield. Every accidental touch is a detonation. And when the cold forces them skin to skin, the line between survival and surrender disappears completely. He saved her life. Now he refuses to give it back. RUST AND MARROW is a scorching enemies-to-lovers dark romance featuring forced proximity, a possessive alpha hero, and heat levels that will melt the snow off your screen. This is Book 1 in the Whiteout Sins series. Content warning: explicit sexual content, aggressive possession, survival situations, emotional intensity. Intended for readers 18+.

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The Auction

The Auction A Spicy, Dark Romance Novel from a TikTok Sensation by Sadie Kincaid

The queen of dark mafia romance, Sadie Kincaid, begins her new explosively sexy Wages of Sin series with The Auction.  Beauty and the Beast meets organized crime in this tense slow-burn romance with scorching spice, thrilling suspense, and life-altering secrets.    I was trained to be a pawn, but I will rise as a queen. My life has never been my own. After the death of my parents, I was saved by my grandfather, with the promise that he would turn me over to the Brotherhood on my twenty-first birthday. I was kept away from the outside world so I could one day be sold to the highest bidder—pure and unsullied. Penance for my parents’ alleged crimes. That’s how I come to be sold at an auction. And who buys me but the reclusive billionaire, Lincoln Knight? Some say that he’s a monster, more dangerous than any of the evil men from the Brotherhood. That he wears a mask to cover his scars. But I believe he’s hiding more than just his face behind his mask.  My fate is sealed when he takes me to his crumbling mansion deep in the woods. I’m trapped. Entirely at his mercy. I have to escape. But something here isn’t what it seems. Lincoln isn’t what he seems. Maybe he’s not a monster at all. I’m drawn to him in a way that I can’t explain. Until I discover that his secrets go far beyond his mask. He’s everything I’ve been taught to fear, but what if everything I’ve ever known has been a lie?   Perfect for readers who love: Scorching hot spice Masked men Morally grey alpha heroes Determined heroines Gothic vibes Fiery slow burns Beauty and the Beast, Jane Eyre, and Wuthering Heights inspo God of Malice, Ruthless Creatures, and The Kiss Thief

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Callous Hands

Callous Hands by Brea Holden

She wasn't supposed to stay. Clara Hayes pulls into a sprawling Texas junkyard with a dying car, eight dollars, and a four-year-old son asleep on her hip. She's running from a man who broke her. She needs a place to hide—just long enough to catch her breath, find a job, and disappear again. Vance doesn't speak. He communicates through locked gates, midnight repairs, and a silence so heavy it pins her to the ground. He charges her almost nothing for the rusted trailer at the edge of his lot. He leaves groceries on her doorstep before dawn. He builds her son a toy truck from scrap metal with hands that could crush a car into a cube. He's not being kind. He's building a cage. Every act of generosity is a wall going up. Every broken thing he fixes is a chain tightening. The diner where she works shuts down. Her car runs fine on county roads but dies on the highway. The gate she drives through every night requires a remote she doesn't own. And the man who holds that remote has decided—quietly, absolutely, without asking—that she and the boy belong to him. She should be terrified. She should fight. She should find a way out before the last door closes. But Clara is so tired of running. And the monster at the center of the cage is the first man who's ever made her feel safe. When a ghost from her past shows up at the fence, Vance does what Vance does. He handles it. With a toolbox and a four-hour drive and hands he scrubs clean before coming home. Now Clara has a choice. The open road—or the man who destroyed it for her. She knows which one she'll pick. She knew the moment she walked onto his dirt.

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Game On

Game On An Into Darkness Novel by Navessa Allen

#1 New York Times Bestseller. Dark Romcom Sensation. Over 3 million copies sold. Book three in the #1 New York Times bestselling Into Darkness Series, following Navessa Allen’s scintillating Lights Out and Caught Up . The game is on for these enemies-to-lovers with laugh-out-loud banter and scorching-hot brat play. I hate that woman. Tyler Neumann has spent years looking for his father, and not because he wants to meet the man. No, he wants to destroy him. And he’ll manipulate whoever he can to exact his revenge. Including Stella McCormick. She’s everything Tyler hates. Her wealth and privilege have protected her for her entire life, and Tyler thinks it's time she finally paid the price. Whether she’s ready to or not. I hate that man. Stella might not believe in love at first sight, but loathing at first sight—no question. From the moment she sets eyes on Tyler in her tattoo parlor, she knows he’s the devil planning to make her life hell. Forced to play the part of his girlfriend and invite him into her family’s glittering circles, Stella quickly clocks Tyler’s ulterior motives. But love and hate are two sides of the same coin, and soon she doesn’t know which is worse: being blackmailed by a man who wants to ruin her, or that they can’t seem to keep their hands off each other. This is an enemies-to-lovers dark romance with morally grey characters. Some themes and scenes may be disturbing to readers. Please check the content warnings at the beginning of the book. Tropes: Enemies-to-lovers / Forced proximity / Fake dating / Rom-com / Morally grey MMC / Black cat FMC / Blackmail / Kidnapping / Power imbalance / Age gap / Betrayal and redemption / Dark past / Revenge

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Lie for a Million

Lie for a Million by Janet Dailey

Everything is bigger in Texas, from the vast stretch of sky to the rattlesnakes—and for one prestigious family, that means outsized drama, passions, and scandal following the murder of the wealthy patriarch . . . Yellowstone  meets  Dallas  against the backdrop of Texas horse country in this soapy saga for fans of Linda Lael Miller, Danielle Steel, and Diana Palmer. Lila Culhane’s life is in turmoil. As if coping with the murder of her husband isn’t enough, now the glamorous young widow has Frank’s even younger mistress to contend with. His  pregnant  mistress. Crystal. But Lila hasn’t got time for more heartache. With everyone grasping to profit from Frank’s death, including fighting for possession of her beloved ranch, she needs leverage for the battle. As it turns out, Crystal may be carrying just the edge Lila requires: an heir. Crystal offers to let Lila adopt Frank’s baby—for a price. Lila is willing to consider it—pending a paternity test. Until then, she’ll focus on her role in the upcoming high-stakes Run for a Million reining competition, and her ranch manager—and lover—Roper McKenna. Rugged, hardworking, and talented, Roper is finally getting his dream to ride in the prized competition. Lila expects he’ll choose the Culhane’s legendary stallion, One in a Million, as his mount. But when he considers other offers, she finds herself questioning his loyalty . . . Meanwhile, Detective Sam Rafferty’s list of suspects in Frank’s murder is growing. Besides Roper and Lila, Frank’s bitter first wife and his sparring extended family, there are adversarial neighbors, ex-lovers, and perhaps even the woman Sam loves—Frank’s own pampered daughter, Jasmine. And as the surprises multiply, a killer remains free to strike again—if these rivals don’t kill each other first . . .

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Illusive

Illusive by Sylvia Day

#1 New York Times bestselling author Sylvia Day goes deeper into the sultry world of the Crossroads series with Illusive — the thrilling continuation of the Crossfire® Saga spinoff that’s enthralled readers worldwide. Bayou born and raised, Ronan Boudreaux’s childhood was a fight for survival. The choices he made to save his siblings and himself set him on a spiral of self-destruction...until fate put him in the path of the father he’d never known. An old betrayal haunts three generations of his family. To destroy its malignant shadow, Ronan hides his feral nature beneath a civilized veneer and redirects his ruthlessness toward Chris Vidal, Sr. — the man whose past treachery demands the ultimate vengeance. Arriving in New York to witness Vidal’s orchestrated downfall, he’s planned for every possible intervention...except for Ireland Vidal, his enemy’s captivating daughter. Ireland is a fierce beauty whose wild spirit ignites a hunger in Ronan that won’t be denied. Faced with a choice between balancing the scales of justice or pursuing a once-in-a-lifetime woman, he must also contend with Gideon Cross, Ireland’s formidable and protective older brother. But Ronan isn’t the only one whose sights are set on Ireland and her family. And when mortal danger threatens the life of the woman he’s grown to care for, he must fight for a future he’d never dreamed could be his.

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The Run

The Run by Lexy Timms

A job is not worth doing unless you enjoy it… Owen King has just found out the woman he loves is pregnant with his child. Regrettably, Steph Baker has turned herself over to her ex, Mason Thompson—the man that wants her dead. She hopes Mason will leave Owen alone now that he has her. Owen organizes a team to rescue Steph. He gets her away and stashes her in his luxurious safehouse. Owen has to work with the cartel to take out Mason. A double cross puts Steph in grave danger. It's time to end the threat once and for all, but Owen doesn't know who he can trust. The way to love someone is to realize it may be lost. Billionaire Hitman Series: Book 1 – The Hit Book 2 – The Job Book 3 – The Run

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Caught Up

Caught Up An Into Darkness Novel by Navessa Allen

#1 New York Times Bestseller. Dark Romcom Sensation. Over 3 million copies sold. Book two in the #1 New York Times bestselling Into Darkness Series, following the viral BookTok novel, Lights Out . Navessa Allen ups the ante with voyeurism and a play club kink. I wanted this woman, and I was a man who always got what he wanted. Nico “Junior” Trocci knows Lauren Marchetti is off limits. She is sweetness and laughter, whereas Junior exists in a world of violence and depravity. Men like him don’t get to have women like her. It’s why he pushed her away back in high school and kept his distance ever since. But when Junior looks Lauren up online, he discovers the shy, bookish girl he remembers is gone. In her place is a strikingly beautiful woman whose social media is filled with scantily clad pictures of herself and a connection to a nearby play club. Junior’s innocent curiosity quickly turns into a dark obsession. Watching Lauren from a distance isn’t enough; he needs to make her his . He’s ruthless; a walking red flag. Good thing red is my favorite color. Lauren is intrigued by the mystery man who keeps showing up at her club, who tempts her white-hot desires. But as their flirty online messages stir up a deeper form of connection, Lauren worries she’s developing real feelings for this brooding stranger. As their combined desire ratchets up to a breaking point, who will seduce who? Caught Up is an obsessive dark romance with morally grey characters. Some themes and scenes may be disturbing to readers. Please check the content warnings at the beginning of the book. Tropes: Stalker romance / Morally grey MMC / Masked stalker / He falls first / Kink friendly / Second chance romance / Found family / Touch her and die

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Sin and Deception

Sin and Deception by Sienna Snow

Bound by Sin, Betrayed by Love Theo and Xander aren’t men you betray and forget. When they find Nerine Angelos after two years of silence, they come armed with a fury that matches the obsession they’ve never shaken. She thought she could hide, but the darkness of their world was always watching, waiting. Now, with enemies circling and secrets bleeding into the open, their love becomes as dangerous as their revenge. In the underworld, nothing is forgiven, and no one escapes. Nerine must decide—can she survive Theo and Xander’s wrath, or will she surrender to the temptation that’s destined to destroy them all?

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Partners

Partners by Nora Roberts

From "the queen of romantic suspense" ( The Columbus Dispatch ), #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts, two rival journalists become Partners while pursuing a story where they find themselves risking their lives—and their hearts. New Orleans is a city of desire and danger. Investigative reporters Laurel Armand and Matthew Bates walk its streets and reveal its secrets in competing bylines. When they're assigned to work together on a murder case, the underlying tension between them becomes undeniable passion. It is a distraction neither can afford professionally or personally. But as their partnership grows, so does the threat of a predator with an insatiable bloodlust…

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Phoenix

Phoenix by Sybil Bartel

Operator. Agent. Tertia Optio . I used to be a Navy SEAL. Now I was whoever I needed to be, as long as I stayed invisible. That was my new overriding mission—anonymity. It kept me breathing. Your breath, I didn't care about. If you crossed my path, you'd be as dead as my old life. An existence so far gone I no longer remembered it. Until she stepped into the darkness behind me. Ma petite intruse. PHOENIX is the first standalone book in the heart-pounding Paragon Operations series by USA Today bestselling author, Sybil Bartel! If you're ready to step into a whole new world of romantic suspense, come meet Pheonix and the darkly dominant Tier One Operators at Paragon Operations who will make your e-reader combust! This romantic suspense novel has the following tropes: Former Navy SEAL hero, Age Gap, Billionaire hero/survivalist heroine, Black Ops band of brothers, Dominant and possessive alpha hero, Found family, and ALL the twists. 

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The Job

The Job by Lexy Timms

A job is not worth doing unless you enjoy it… Steph Baker has been kidnapped by her ex, Mason Thompson. She's convinced her life is going to end. And suddenly, it's the man hired to kill her, Owen King, who saves her. He ferrets her away to a safe house along with her best friend, protected by his team. They vow to keep her safe while trying to figure out how to eliminate the problem. Killing Mason would bring the cartel down on them. Owen vows to keep her safe, but Steph is worried she is putting Owen and her friend in danger and makes a move to keep them safe while walking herself into danger. The way to love someone is to realize it may be lost. Billionaire Hitman Series: Book 1 – The Hit Book 2 – The Job Book 3 – The Run

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The Last Close Call

The Last Close Call by Laura Griffin

A talented genetic analyst and a detective who's haunted by an elusive cold case team up in the new standalone romantic suspense from New York Times bestselling author Laura Griffin.   Forensic genealogist Rowan Healy has made a name for herself by helping investigators trace the family trees of violent criminals who have eluded justice for years. But the pressure of police cases left her burned out, and she’s shifted her focus to helping adoptees find their biological parents.    Austin detective Jack Bruner has spent his career successfully tracking down vicious criminals—with the notable exception of the West Campus Rapist, a meticulous offender in Texas who has never been identified. When the latest two victims come to light, Jack sees his target is escalating his violent behavior—and only with Rowan's help does he stand a chance of cracking this case.   Moved by Jack’s dedication and the brutal details of the attacks he lays out, Rowan agrees to help. When her ground-breaking DNA research sheds new light on the criminal's background and helps them zero in on a search radius, Rowan and Jack must race against the clock to find a ruthless killer who's growing bolder the longer he evades the law.

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Griffin

Griffin by Samantha Skye

I came to Whispers to start over. Just me, my baby, and a bakery that smells like second chances. No more judgmental glances. No more family who treated me like a stain they couldn't scrub out. Just flour, sugar, and the quiet hope that I can build a life worth living. I didn't expect to meet Griffin. Grumpy, gorgeous, and maddeningly closed off, he's the town's most elusive billionaire and the man who built homes for the rich but never made one for himself. He sees me. Not just the bump or the baggage, but the woman underneath. And when he looks at me like I'm the only thing that's ever made sense, I forget how to breathe. But trust isn't something I can afford. My past has taught me to be wary of everyone. Even if the grumpy builder says he's ready to fight for something real.  I just hope he knows what it costs.

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The Seven Rings

The Seven Rings The Lost Bride Trilogy, Book 3 by Nora Roberts

The #1 New York Times -bestselling author Nora Roberts concludes her compelling Lost Bride trilogy as two women—one dead, one alive—prepare for a terrifying final showdown… Long ago, Arthur Poole built a grand house overlooking the turbulent ocean, in a Maine village that bore his name. Today, Sonya MacTavish lives in that house—a manor that has been cursed for generations. Within its walls, she has witnessed the deaths of seven brides and the thefts of seven wedding rings. And now, to break the curse and banish a malevolent spirit once and for all, a difficult task must be completed. After Sonya, her boyfriend, Trey, and their friends are forced to hear, see—and feel—the suffering of the house’s many ghosts as their torment is reenacted by the evil presence, their bond only strengthens and their anger is renewed. Refusing to let her spirit be broken, Sonya searches each room for clues to her ancestors’ hidden story, putting the picture together, unearthing small treasures, and uncovering the moments of joy that existed among the sorrows. She’s determined to bring light to this haunted place—to fill it with people, with life and hope, once again. But the enemy in the black dress continues to hover, to come at her in frightening forms. They may be illusions—but illusions can be powerful enough to wound and kill. She feeds on fear, and lies are her weapon. This dark-hearted witch wants to be mistress of Poole Manor, at any cost. And Sonya will need to fight a battle across two realms to finally take possession of the house on the clifftop—and of her own future…

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Kill for a Million

Kill for a Million by Janet Dailey

For one prestigious Texas ranching family still reeling from the murder of their powerful patriarch, the aftershocks continue amid the most prized reining event of the year —and so does the infighting and scandalous romance from legendary author Janet Dailey! Frank Culhane’s murder remains unsolved while his widow, Lila, is still battling to keep her beloved ranch from the grasp of his embittered first wife and grown children. As for arresting Frank’s killer, time is running out for Detective Sam Rafferty to prove himself and save his career, and for his number one suspect—and Lila’s lover—Culhane ranch manager Roper McKenna, to prove his innocence. Both men are staking their fates on the outcome of the imminent reining event of the year: the Run for a Million. Roper’s dream of riding in Run for a Million is finally coming true. And for his struggling family, the million-dollar prize will mean everything. He’ll be competing on borrowed stallion Fire Dance, with Lila’s legendary stallion, One in a Million, as one of his backups. For now, only winning matters. But suddenly, even that is in jeopardy . . . On the road, a huge semi almost sideswipes Roper’s truck and horse trailer. He just manages to save the rig from rolling, but the horses are severely shaken. Was it an accident, or an attempt to sabotage Roper—or to kill Lila, who was supposed to have accompanied him? Meanwhile, others are in turmoil of their own. There’s Sam’s clandestine affair with Lila’s pampered stepdaughter—and murder suspect—Jasmine; dangerous information Jasmine has about her mother; and a long-buried secret Roper’s sister harbors that could explode the Culhane dynasty. Then there is the sole witness to Frank’s murder—a witness who can’t speak, but may have a one in a million chance at revealing the truth . . .

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Keeping Amanda

Keeping Amanda by Susan Stoker

She thought the most difficult thing she’d ever done was survive the rainforest…she was wrong. Things between Amanda Rush and Nash “Buck” Chaney aren’t starting out very well. He’s one of two Army Night Stalker helicopter pilots sent to rescue her and the twenty-three kids who’ve been kidnapped from a school in Guyana. But when the time comes for everyone to escape the military rebels who’d driven them deep into the Amazon rainforest, Amanda runs away from rescue, instead of toward it, forcing Buck to chase her down.  As it turns out, she has a very good reason for not immediately rushing into the helicopter with all the kids. But now she and Buck are stranded in the very warm, very wet, and very uncomfortable rainforest—with a whole contingent of pissed-off rebels on their trail, who are determined to hunt them down.  Not on Buck’s watch. Danger’s a funny thing. It can either bring people together or drive them apart. Despite their rocky start, Amanda and Buck find, to their surprise, that they have a lot in common. And once they return home to Virginia, they think they’ve left that danger behind them in the hot and humid rainforest.  They couldn’t be more wrong. Someone went to great lengths to get rid of Amanda…and they’re determined to finish what they started.  ** Keeping Amanda is the 2nd book in the Rescue Angels Series. Each book is a stand-alone, with no cliffhanger endings.  Trigger Warning: This story very lightly explores the distressing reality of child soldiers in other countries, as well as the sometimes devastating impact of adult mental illness on children. For those reasons, it may not be for more sensitive readers.

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Helios

Helios by Sybil Bartel

Ranger. Sniper. Stepbrother. Yeah, you heard that right. Stepbrother. With a stepsister who made me forget the one damn thing I'd spent my entire life aspiring to be. One step ahead . I'd been selected from the Army Special Operations Command's 75th Ranger Regiment for Delta Force. The unit was my home. Eliminating terrorists was my specialty. I took a few hits, but I was always one step ahead… until they stole her. Now I had a new mission, and trust me, no one was walking out alive except for me and my stepsister. HELIOS  is the second standalone book in the heart-pounding Paragon Operations  series by  USA Today  bestselling author, Sybil Bartel! If you're ready to step into a whole new world of romantic suspense, come meet Helios and the darkly dominant Tier One Operators at  Paragon Operations  who will make your e-reader combust!

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Rook & Rebel

Rook & Rebel A Novel by Kate Crew

A dark revenge romance with tattooed bikers, hilarious banter, high speeds, and high heat. Hold on tight for a hell of a ride!  Regan Fletcher I used to have big dreams: finish college, make beautiful art, all while taking over my dad’s business. He wanted a legacy, and I wanted to give it to him. But his illness wasn’t part of the plan. Neither was his sudden need to keep me locked up in our mansion, safe and isolated. I want more from life, but could only spend my days waiting. Until one night, I came face-to-face with a street biker from a world far different from mine. What starts as him stalking me quickly spirals into something deeper, and more deadly. I’m falling for a man who’s everything I should fear, yet he’s the only one who’s ever made me feel truly alive. But loving him means risking everything—my heart, my future, and my father. Rook Emberson Revenge has been my driving force for as long as I can remember. Cameron Fletcher stole everything from me, and I’ve spent years plotting the perfect way to take it all back. When fate puts his daughter in my sights, I know I’ve found the key to his destruction. But from the moment I meet her, my plans begin to unravel. Regan is everything I didn’t expect, and I can’t help but be drawn to her. What starts as a twisted game of vengeance turns into an obsession. I need her, but I also need to destroy her father. The lines between love and vengeance blur, and I’m not sure where one ends and the other begins. Tropes Biker romance Found familyRevenge Morally gray MMC Small-town romance Stalker romance Opposites attract 

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High Noon

High Noon by Nora Roberts

Phenomenal #1  New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts presents a spine-tingling novel about a female cop who walks fearlessly into danger—but must draw on her courage to let love into her life.   Police Lieutenant Phoebe MacNamara found her calling at an early age when a violently unstable man broke into her family’s home, trapping and terrorizing them for hours. Now she’s Savannah’s top hostage negotiator, who puts her life on the line every day to diffuse powder-keg situations.   After watching her talk one of his employees off a roof ledge, Duncan Swift is committed to keeping this intriguing, take-charge woman in his life. Phoebe’s used to working solo, but she’s finding that no amount of negotiation can keep Duncan at arm’s length. Especially when a man throws a hood over Phoebe’s head and brutally assaults her—in her own precinct house—and threatening messages begin appearing on her doorstep. Duncan backs her up every step of the way, as she establishes contact with the faceless tormentor who is determined to make her a hostage to fear—before she becomes the final showdown.

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Tanner

Tanner by Samantha Skye

My new neighbor happens to be the grumpiest billionaire in Whispers, but his gravelly voice and golden brown eyes make this city girl weak at the knees.   When my life imploded and I lost my job and my fiancé in a matter of weeks, I didn't know what my next step should be. Then I received an inheritance that would change my life forever. Moving to a small town and renovating the old farmhouse was a step in the right direction. But bickering with my startling good looking, yet much older neighbor was not part of my plan. Tanner Whiteman owns the largest whiskey distillery in the country, and now he wants my land. It's the only thing that I have to my name and there is no way I am letting him take it. It is clear I am not cut out for country life and Tanner has no trouble pointing that out. Although as his eyes linger a little longer and his words take new meaning, even the massive age gap is not enough to stop us. But something does. Something Vicious. Something unexpected. And not even the local billionaire knows what is coming.

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Hudson

Hudson by Samantha Skye

I've never sought a savior, especially not a billionaire. But when a charming, single dad returns to my small town , memories stir of our shared past and our future feels increasingly intertwined. As the town's new Doctor, Hudson Hamilton is hard to ignore. Not only is he now in charge of my moms medical needs, but he is also best friends with my boss .  His good looks and excellent bedside manner do little to tame the heat that swirls. But fantasizing never served me well and my life is chaotic, with one hurdle after another. No time to date, no time to daydream. But he bonds with my mom, I bond with his son, and despite my hesitation, his caring ways start to break down my walls. But just like everything in my life, it doesn't come easy. Sinister things are at play. Danger is lurking and it is coming from those closest to us.

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Sutton

Sutton by Samantha Skye

Small towns aren't meant for billionaire Movie Stars , but somehow, Sutton Silvers fits right in. I know I should ignore him, the diner regular with his easy charm and quiet intensity. He belongs to another world, one of flashing cameras, billion-dollar contracts, and fake Hollywood smiles. I belong here, in the safety of routine. In the safety of Whispers. But Sutton sees through the walls I've built, through the secret past I keep hidden. He should walk away, just like I should guard my heart. But there's something about him, the way he looks at me like I'm worth the risk, that has me wanting more. I know better than to dream of a future with a man like him. And yet, when danger starts creeping closer, he's the one stepping in, refusing to let me face it alone. He has a choice to leave Hollywood behind or risk it all for the chance that I'm his forever. And me? I have a choice too. Run again. Or finally let someone catch me.

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The Search

The Search by Nora Roberts

A canine Search and Rescue volunteer fights danger and finds love in the Pacific Northwest wilderness in this riveting #1 New York Times bestseller from Nora Roberts. To most people, Fiona Bristow seems to have an idyllic life—a quaint house on an island off Seattle’s coast, a thriving dog-training school and a challenging volunteer job performing Canine Search and Rescue. But Fiona got to this point by surviving a nightmare: an encounter with the Red Scarf Killer, who shot and killed Fiona’s cop fiancé and his K-9 partner. On Orcas Island, Fiona has found the peace and solitude necessary to rebuild her life with her three loyal Labs. But all that changes on the day intensely private wood artist Simon Doyle barrels up her drive with an out-of-control puppy, desperate for her help. As Fiona embarks on training Jaws, and Simon begins to appreciate both dog and trainer, the past tears back into Fiona’s life. A copycat killer has emerged out of the shadows, a man whose bloodlust has been channeled by a master with one motive: to reclaim the woman who slipped out of his hands...

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Keeping Penny

Keeping Penny by Susan Stoker

They taught him what family means…now he’ll risk everything to protect it.   Raised in the foster system, Kylo “Pyro” Mullins knows what it’s like to have nothing to call his own. Parents, siblings, friends, possessions…growing up, he had none of these. Now an elite Night Stalker pilot, Pyro considers his teammates family—but he doesn’t truly understand mine until he meets Penny and Bowie Burns. The widow and her blind daughter show Pyro a kind of bravery he’s never seen on any mission, and for the first time in his life, he wants the family he’s never had.   One day they’re living in Africa, destitute and in danger thanks to her deceased husband. The next, Penny and her six-year-old daughter find themselves being airlifted away from devastating riots by one of the Army’s finest. Despite having no family in the States, Penny’s happy to be returning…and even happier for Pyro’s attention. The handsome pilot is kind, generous, beyond amazing with her daughter, and seemingly determined to spend even more time with Penny and Bowie when they reach Norfolk.   But if there’s one thing two adults raised in the system know well…happiness and stability can be ripped away at a moment’s notice. And the sins of her dead husband are about to come back to haunt Penny, Pyro…and especially little Bowie.     ** Keeping Penny is the 4th book in the Rescue Angels Series. Each book is a stand-alone, with no cliffhanger endings.

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New York to Dallas

New York to Dallas by J. D. Robb

#1 New York Times bestselling author J.D. Robb presents an intense and terrifying new case for New York homicide cop Eve Dallas: one that will take her all the way to the city that named her-and plunge her into the nightmares of her childhood.

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Finding Her Son

Finding Her Son by Robin Perini

A missing child brings a detective into the life of a mother hiding secrets in award-winning author Robin Perini's romantic suspense novel Finding Her Son . Investigating a cold case is SWAT cop Mitch Bradford's worst nightmare—especially when it involves a kidnapped infant. But thanks to an injury, he'll have to settle for following Emily Wentworth instead of breaking down doors and cuffing criminals. The prime suspect in a mysterious disappearance, Emily has always claimed she was framed. And as he earns the trust of the incredibly desperate—and unbelievably beautiful—mother, every instinct tells Mitch to believe her. Then new evidence unfolds, revealing an elaborate conspiracy and forcing Emily into a deadly spotlight. Now, torn between loyalty to the badge and his promises to Emily, Mitch may have to make the ultimate sacrifice if he's to bring her little boy home. "Perini keeps the tension taut, the romance irresistible and the mystery so deep readers are going to have to pay close attention to the final, explosive climax." — Romantic Times Book Reviews Carder Texas Connections Finding Her Son Cowboy in the Crossfire Christmas Conspiracy Undercover Texas The Cradle Conspiracy Secret Obsession Christmas Justice

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Go All Out

Go All Out by Scarlett Finn

Bad Boy & Good Girl Steamy Star-Crossed Lovers Suspense Series Protecting her allies means protecting her foes… Trapped in captivity, Harlow Sweeting has to manipulate the pieces on the board to protect the people she loves. Her own future is already lost. All she can do is take the true culprit down with her. Seems simple until a truth is revealed that turns everything upside down. Harlow can't trust anyone. No one. Nothing she believed is certain, and once again she's on her own. Warning: Contains explicit language and imagery. Suitable only for ages 18 and over. **Book 3 of 5, HEA, no cheating, series complete**

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The Witness

The Witness by Nora Roberts

In her stunning 200th novel, #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts proves why no one is better “when it comes to flawlessly fusing high-stakes suspense with red-hot romance" ( Booklist , starred review). Daughter of a cold, controlling mother and an anonymous donor, studious, obedient Elizabeth Fitch finally let loose one night, drinking too much at a nightclub and allowing a strange man’s seductive Russian accent to lure her to a house on Lake Shore Drive. Twelve years later, the woman now known as Abigail Lowery lives alone on the outskirts of a small town in the Ozarks. A freelance security systems designer, her own protection is supplemented by a fierce dog and an assortment of firearms. She keeps to herself, saying little, revealing nothing. Unfortunately, that seems to be the quickest way to get attention in a tiny southern town. The mystery of Abigail Lowery and her sharp mind, secretive nature and unromantic viewpoint intrigues local police chief Brooks Gleason, on both a personal and professional level. And while he suspects that Abigail needs protection from something, Gleason is accustomed to two-bit troublemakers, not the powerful and dangerous men who are about to have him in their sights. And Abigail Lowery, who has built a life based on security and self-control, is at risk of losing both.

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The Mirror

The Mirror The Lost Bride Trilogy, Book 2 by Nora Roberts

#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts continues the hauntingly spectacular Lost Bride Trilogy with book two, The Mirror . When Sonya MacTavish inherits the huge Victorian mansion on the coast of Maine, she has no idea that the house is haunted. The footsteps she hears at night, the doors slamming, the music playing, are not figments of her imagination. In her dreams she sees glimpses of the past. In the present she finds portraits of brides. And when she has visions of an antique mirror, she is drawn to it, sensing it holds dark family secrets. Then one night the mirror appears and Sonya glides through this looking glass, into the past—and sees a bride murdered on her wedding day, the circle of gold torn from her finger. It is a scene that will play out again and again—a centuries-old curse that must be broken—and a puzzle she must solve if there is any hope of breaking the curse.

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The Ruthless King

The Ruthless King by Juliette N Banks

The leader of the black ops organization I work for, is marrying the mafia boss' daughter. The same mafia I'm deep undercover inside. For five days I must pretend I don't know them. Worse, I have to keep my eyes and hands off bridesmaid, Sienna. She fell into my arms—literally—upon arrival at the Mancini mansion, and those sensual green eyes sent an invitation that my body said hell yes to. I know I should stay away, but I have two choices; corrupt her or protect her. Both come with deadly consequences. I've just learned my best friend's father is a gangster, next minute I'm flying to their mansion in the Hamptons IN. A. HELICOPTER. Then, a terrifying and incredibly hot badboy scoops me up and takes my breath away. Behind dark sunglasses, he watches me, while I crave his touch and try to ignore the white-hot lust between us. He's dangerous and I'm out of my depth. When I find myself thrust into a web of lies and vengeance, I'm not sure if I will get out alive. Or with my heart intact. The Ruthless King is the second book in The Dark Kings of NYC, a dark billionaire mafia romance, by bestselling author Juliette N. Banks. If you enjoy dark spicy romances with twists, revenge, and dominant, protective heroes, then you'll love this book. Expect a happy ever after. The Dark Kings are the best combination of alpha heroes and romantic suspense. Each book is a roller coaster ride of emotion, danger and sizzling, sexy fun . - Carly Phillips, NY Times bestselling author.

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Desire Unbound

Desire Unbound by Juliette N Banks

When Jackson discovers his birth father is the founder of the Dufort billion-dollar dynasty, he covertly inserts himself into their world by dating Kristen, a close friend of the family. He needs to convince her the fiery sparks between them are real and that his dominant nature is irresistible. Yet he's the one who's torn when the time comes for her to leave the United States and the door to his new family is about to close. When the truth is revealed, and Kristen is heartbroken by his betrayal, he needs to face his powerful family and let her go. Or choose her. Desire Unbound is the fourth book in the Dufort Dynasty series—a steamy contemporary romance, appealing to readers who love billionaire romance, fated mates, age gap and the more erotic romances with great storylines and happy ever after's.

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Burn Every Bridge (Thrilling FBI Romantic Suspense!)

Burn Every Bridge (Thrilling FBI Romantic Suspense!) by Barbara Freethy

"Barbara Freethy’s Romantic Suspense books are explosively good!" –New York Times bestselling author Toni Anderson A series of explosions. A city on edge. And two people with more to lose than they’ll ever admit… FBI Agent Kara Reid is new to the FBI Strike Team East—an elite unit built to move fast and take on the Bureau’s most dangerous cases. When a precision blast disrupts the streets of Manhattan, what begins as a search for answers quickly spirals into something far more personal—and far more dangerous. Max Malone walked away from the CIA years ago. He’s kept his distance, stayed quiet, and left the past buried. But this case is pulling him back in, whether the FBI wants his help or not. As the attacks grow bolder and the clock ticks down, Kara and Max are forced into a fragile alliance—one built on secrets, suspicion, and a shared need to stop a threat that’s bigger than either of them imagined. The danger is closing in, the targets are getting personal, and every lead takes them deeper into a deadly game where trust is a liability… and failure isn’t an option. Sometimes the only way to move forward… is to burn every bridge behind you. From #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy comes the explosive first novel in a thrilling new spin-off series: FBI: East Coast Strike Team—a pulse-pounding romantic suspense packed with emotional tension, explosive action, and a slow-burn romance that refuses to back down. Note: Every book in the FBI Series: East Coast Strike Team can be read as a standalone. No cliffhangers. No graphic violence or sex scenes, but plenty of slow-burn romance, high-stakes drama, and intense emotion. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night! What the readers are saying about Barbara Freethy's romantic suspense novels: "Barbara Freethy delivers riveting, plot-twisting suspense and a deeply emotional story. Every book is a thrilling romantic ride." USA Today Bestselling Author Rachel Grant "PERILOUS TRUST is a non-stop thriller that seamlessly melds jaw-dropping suspense with sizzling romance, and I was riveted from the first page to the last." USA Today HEA Blog "Barbara Freethy writes a beautiful, edge of the seat story, full of intrigue, mystery and romance. Can’t wait to read the next book!" Christine – Goodreads "Non-stop action, romance, murder, deceit, secrets and lies… this is the wild ride that is Barbara Freethy!" Robin – Goodreads on PERFECT TARGET

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Rebecca

Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier

The multi million copy bestseller that has enthralled generations of readers. A haunting tale of obsessive love. A mesmerizing psychological thriller. In Monte Carlo, our unnamed heroine is swept off her feet by the dashing widower Maxim de Winter and his sudden proposal of marriage. Orphaned and working as a lady’s maid, she can barely believe her luck. It is only when they arrive at Manderley, her husband’s cavernous estate on the Cornish coast, that she realizes how vast a shadow his late wife, Rebecca, will cast over their lives—introducing a lingering evil that threatens to destroy their love from beyond the grave. This universally acclaimed novel has remained consistently in print since its original publication in 1938 and has frequently been adapted—for television, radio, the theater, and film. Notable adaptations include the 1940 Alfred Hitchcock film, which received the Academy Award for Best Picture, and the 2020 Netflix film starring Lily James and Armie Hammer. “Excellent entertainment ... Du Maurier created a scale by which modern women can measure their feelings.” —Stephen King, New York Times bestselling of author of You Like It Darker “One of the most influential novels of the twentieth century, Rebecca has woven its way into the fabric of our culture with all the troubling power of myth or dream.” —Sarah Waters, bestselling author of Fingersmith

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Targeting the Sheriff

Targeting the Sheriff by B.J. Daniels

He’d sacrificed himself to protect her… Now she’s in real danger. Because of his dark past, Sheriff Max Lander believed he was doing Goldie Shaw a favor by breaking up with her. But when Goldie puts her beloved café up for sale and starts showing interest in newcomer Donovan Cole, Max begins to regret his decision. Then he discovers that Donovan and the café’s purchaser are connected to a mob kingpin. And he’s convinced Goldie has put herself in danger. Goldie wants no part of Max, but he’s determined to keep her safe—no matter the cost. From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served. Discover more action-packed stories in the Dry Gulch, Montana series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order:

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Desire

Desire by Chelle Bliss

Mason Gallo is known for two things: being a perpetual bachelor with commitment issues and the hunky co-owner of a family-owned Chicago bar. Now that he’s older and ready to settle down, there’s a problem—he only has eyes for a woman who lives hundreds of miles away.

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Fight For Love

Fight For Love by Alexa Riley

Juliet Farrow has run away from home and is in desperate need of a place to stay. Hiding in the women's locker room at a boxing gym seems like a good idea until she's caught by the owner. Maverick Bolland is a giant and could easily throw her out, but instead, he offers her a job and a safe place to sleep. Is it wrong for her to hope it's the same place he's sleeping too?  Maverick might host a few underground fights, but he's not one to get his hands dirty. At least not until he discovers Juliet hiding in his gym. Suddenly he's ready to take on anyone who threatens her, including the family that's hunting her down. Falling in love wasn't the plan, but he's not about to let her go. Is this as over-the-top as it sounds? You know it! Grab some gloves and silky shorts and let's fight for love! 

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Not A Side Chick

Not A Side Chick by Lani Lynn Vale

Edith “Eddy” Wheeler was having a bad day. A no good, very bad day. It’s understandable, really. I mean, there didn’t seem to be anything worse than walking in on your elderly parents doing things no child should ever see. Add into that their proclivities, and Eddy is disgusted and disturbed. So of course, after seeing the atrocious things her parents—the pastor and pastor’s wife that are supposed to be holy and a teacher of faith—are into, she makes it her life goal to expose them to their masses. The cult-like following her father has will see him for the man he is—an abuser who gets a sick thrill at seeing his girls suffer. She will no longer allow the people of Sawtooth, Montana, to think that they’re safe when they’re anything but. That’s where Weaver Grant comes in. A sexy lineman who climbs poles for a living, has forearms that can break a woman in mind, body, and soul, and a smile that does things deep inside of her that she refuses to acknowledge just yet. She has a plan. A really good one, too. But that plan dies a thousand deaths when she’s attacked by a bear on a hike that she was using to cleanse her soul. She thought she was supposed to be afraid of men, but that rabid bear showed her a new side of herself. She spends weeks in the hospital, and a certain hot lineman takes it upon himself to see her healthy again. He never leaves her side. He solves all her problems. And he shows her how a real man treats a woman. But once she’s healed and her world is once again righted, will he have a reason to stay since she no longer needs saving?

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Days You Were Mine

Days You Were Mine A Novel by Clare Leslie Hall

From the author of Broken Country , a captivating drama about how one man’s quest to uncover the truth about his adoption changes everything he knows about love, loss, and the unbreakable bonds of family. Luke and Hannah live a happy and stable life in London, working in jobs they love as they prepare for the arrival of their first child, Samuel. All his life, Luke has known he was adopted, but he’s never felt the need to seek out his birth mother—until he becomes a father himself. Spurred by the connection he feels to his son, Luke’s search leads him to his birth mother Alice. Their first encounter is surreal, a sharp prick that barely scratches the surface of a painful past that neither of them has fully confronted. Alice sinks into memories of her life as a young artist in 1970s London, and of her tragic whirlwind romance with an enigmatic musician who would become Luke’s father. Meanwhile, Luke spirals as he comes face to face with his feelings of abandonment that he worked so hard to bury. But at least Alice seems keen to make up for lost time by looking after Samuel—until her doting grandmother act takes a sinister turn for the worse. As the truth of who Alice is and the story behind her heartbreaking decision to give up her baby come to light, she and Luke must reckon with the sacrifices they’ve made in the pursuit of love and belonging.

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Fractured

Fractured Shadows Landing: The Townsends #6 by Kathleen Brooks

Where danger hides behind charm, love might be the most dangerous risk of all. Dr. Rowan Townsend has built a reputation as the country’s top pediatric surgeon. He’s known for taking the hardest cases and never walking away from a family in need. Relentless days and unending nights have left Rowan burnt out and alone. Luckily, he’d moved to the small town of Shadows Landing, where his family makes sure he can relax every once in a while. His elder brother is pushing Rowan to find love, but how does Rowan have time to find love when he doesn’t even have time to remember to eat? Nellie Katherine Hale is used to dealing with problems as a school psychologist. However, none of her training could prepare her to help her sister escape a dangerous marriage. Then Nellie comes face to face with the handsome surgeon risking more than his reputation to help them. Love is the last thing on Rowan’s mind until Nellie walks into the hospital. He wants to help her, not just because he’s a doctor, but because he’s finally found someone worth fighting for. As threats mount and hearts are on the line, can Rowan protect the woman he’s fallen for, or will Rowan and Nellie lose more than just their hearts?

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Drake

Drake by Elle James

Ex-SEAL, then mercenary, Drake Morgan, is tired of war. He’s ready to make a life for himself building rather than killing. Hired as a carpenter by an old Navy buddy, he’s focused on rebuilding the Lucky Lady Lodge in Montana. When he discovers bones in one of the walls, his work site becomes a crime scene.   After her best friend disappeared never to be found, Cassie Douglas chose law enforcement over law school. As a sheriff’s deputy, protecting her community is her passion and her job. When the call comes to investigate a potential murder at a local lodge, she is determined to solve the case, no matter how old.   Drake teams with Cassie to find the killer. In their search, they discover clues leading to the answers and an attraction for each other neither anticipated. As they close in on the truth, the danger escalates. They must find the killer before he strikes again. Especially if the next targets are them.

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The Secret Billionaire

The Secret Billionaire by Samantha Skye

Moving cities to protect my safety was my choice.  Falling for the billionaire who owned half the city was fate. Baltimore was the fresh start I needed and the minute I arrived everything fell into place. An amazing apartment, a fantastic job, an instant best friend, and a tall, broad, gorgeous man who was very skilled with his hands. Eddie is the maintenance man at my new apartment building and he promised me the world and showed me how a real man takes care of his woman. As a nurse at Baltimore's busiest hospital, I was used to taking care of everyone else. Eddie made it his mission to take care of me. But like everything in my life, good things never last long and when tragedy strikes, I find out Eddie isn't who he said he is. We are complete opposites . Edward Langford is a billionaire with a striking presence and commanding aura, and has everything money could buy. I have pink hair and tattoos and am struggling to even buy food.  Eddie refuses to allow our differences get in the way, but he isn't the only one keeping secrets. And the thing about secrets is they always come out. And mine has the potential to destroy us.

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Reckless Sin: Dark Mafia Romance

Reckless Sin: Dark Mafia Romance by Ruby St. Clair

MINERVA Being married to a Mafia prince means rules. Don't speak. Don't interfere. Don't provoke. I break every single one. War is brewing. Enemies are watching. And somehow, I'm still more reckless with my husband than with our rivals. He says I'll get myself killed. I say he'll fall for me first. In a world built on fear, I'm the only thing he can't control. DANTE She doesn't understand how fragile power is. One wrong move. One wrong word. And blood spills. Yet Mivvy walks through my world like it belongs to her. Knife on her thigh. Fire in her eyes. She's reckless. Infuriating. Mine. And if anyone touches her, I won't start a war. I'll end one. This is Book 2 in the Sacred Sins Series. Reading Order: A Vicious Sin A Reckless Sin A Deadly Sin A Sovereign Sin

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Ireland

Ireland by Sylvia Day

#1 New York Times bestselling author Sylvia Day returns to the decadence of the multimillion-selling Crossfire® Saga with Ireland , a searing new tale of temptation, deception, and ice-cold vengeance. Ireland Vidal is the third generation to control Vidal Records, and she’s on track to lead the recording company to greater heights. She’s the youngest of an affluent, prominent family headed by her eldest brother, Gideon Cross — one of the richest men in the world. Despite her siblings’ outsized shadows, Ireland has carved her own identity. But the clever, stunning beauty with fierce tenacity and a heart of gold has yet to find a man with whom to share her life — someone who doesn’t need her connections to be successful. Then a chance meeting with Ronan Boudreaux sparks an irresistible attraction. He has it all: wealth, charm, a wickedly provocative talent for seduction, and he can hold his own against her powerful family. He offers Ireland everything she’s ever wanted, but at what price? Waiting in the wings, someone from the distant past bides his time until he can unleash his vendetta against the Vidals. He’s got old scores to settle and when he sets his plans in motion, everything and everyone Ireland loves is in his crosshairs. From the soaring penthouses of high-stakes Manhattan to the opulent mansions and mysterious bayous of Louisiana, Ireland draws readers back into the illustrious lives of the beloved Vidal / Cross family, where the only thing more dangerous than desire is falling in love.

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The Girl in the Mist

The Girl in the Mist by Kristen Ashley

Renowned author Delphine Larue needs a haven. A crazed fan has gone over the deep end, and she's not safe. Her security team has suggested a house by a lake. Secluded. Private. Far away. In a beautiful area of the Northwest close to the sleepy town of Misted Pines. It's perfect. So perfect, Delphine has just moved in, and she's thinking she'll stay there forever. Until she sees the girl in the mist. After that, everything changes. Delphine quickly learns that Misted Pines isn't so sleepy. A little girl has gone missing, and the town is in the grips of terror and tragedy. The local sheriff isn't up for the job. The citizens are up in arms. And as the case unfolds, the seedy underbelly of a quiet community is exposed, layer by layer. But most importantly, girls are dying. There seems to be only one man they trust to find out what's happening. The mysterious Cade Bohannan.

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Guilty As Charged

Guilty As Charged by Alexa Riley

Abbie is being harassed online but she doesn't know by whom. On top of that, her contracts with her business partner prevent her from defending herself or tracking down the stalker. Desperate for help, her friend puts her in touch with an attorney to see what her options are. Not only does attorney Spencer Chapman come to her rescue, but he might actually be the hero of her dreams.  Spencer has been into comic books since he was a kid, so when a comic book artist is in need of help, he's all too happy to lend a hand. From the moment, he meets Abby he knows she's his forever, and he's willing to do whatever it takes to keep her safe. If she needs a hero, he'll happily be that for her and much, much more. Love and Lawyers break all the rules when three best friends find their forever. Come along with us as we throw order out of the courtroom and leave judgement at the door. 

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He's A Mean One

He's A Mean One by Lani Lynn Vale

For a solid five years, Jasper Madden has done nothing but look the other way when it comes to Calliope Hodges. At first, she was way too young for him, barely eighteen the first time he laid eyes on her. It also didn’t help that he’d witnessed her at the lowest of lows, practically making peace with rock bottom. But as time goes by, he realizes that Calliope is different. She’s a brave, stunning young woman that has slowly captured his heart while he was watching from the shadows. He knows that it’ll take time for her to realize that he’s not the enemy, but instead her saving grace. So he decides to play the long game. For years, he’s waited in the periphery for her to be ready. He stands right there, knowing that one day she’ll look up and finally see him as the man that is desperately in love with her. But that chip on her shoulder keeps her from looking everywhere but his direction. Luck finally leans his way when she moves in next door, and a battle of the neighbors ensues. Where she sees war in the form of a friendly holiday decorating competition, he sees the opportunity of a lifetime. All it takes is one bed, a freak snowstorm, and a Christmas miracle for her to realize that he’s been there all along. A silent knight in shining armor willing to take on the world just to make sure she never has to feel unworthy ever again.

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Tainted Soil

Tainted Soil by Brea Holden

He didn't save her farm. He bought it. Elara Vance is down to her last ninety days. Her father is dead. Her mother is gone. And the bank is circling sixty-two acres of Montana dirt like a vulture with a briefcase. She needs a foreman she can't afford. What she gets is Kaelen Thorne—a man built from silence and scarred knuckles who shows up at her gate offering to work for nothing but a roof and a meal. He's too good to be real. Too skilled. Too patient. Too willing to bleed for a stranger's land. Because Kaelen isn't a stranger. He's been watching her for four years. And six weeks before he knocked on her door, he walked into a bank and bought every dollar of her debt. Every fence post she grips. Every field she plants. Every breath she takes on that property—it belongs to him. She just doesn't know it yet. By day, he pushes her body past its limits in the dirt and the heat, stripping away her pride one calloused hand at a time. By night, he reminds her exactly who owns the ground beneath her boots—and the skin beneath his grip. She calls it survival. He calls it possession. The truth is somewhere in the soil between them—dark, fertile, and impossible to wash off. But secrets buried under bunkhouse floors don't stay buried forever. And when Elara finds the documents with his name where the bank's should be, the man she let into her bed becomes the man who bought her cage. Now she has to decide: burn it all down, or learn to grow in tainted soil.

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The Liar

The Liar by Nora Roberts

In a “sexy, suspenseful read,” #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts delivers “a slow-burning fuse of a plot that ultimately explodes in a nail-biting conclusion.”*   Shelby Foxworth lost her husband. Then she lost her illusions…   The man who took her from Tennessee to an exclusive Philadelphia suburb left her in crippling debt. He was an adulterer and a liar, and when Shelby tracks down his safe-deposit box, she finds multiple IDs. The man she loved wasn’t just dead. He never really existed.   Shelby takes her three-year-old daughter and heads south to seek comfort in her hometown, where she meets someone new: Griff Lott, a successful contractor. But her husband had secrets she has yet to discover. Even in this small town, surrounded by loved ones, danger is closer than she knows—and threatens Griff, as well. And an attempted murder is only the beginning...   * Booklist (starred review)

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Keeping Zita

Keeping Zita by Susan Stoker

She was in the wrong place at the wrong time, but had to hold out hope he could find her in time .    Obadiah “Obi-Wan” Engle lives for his career as a Night Stalker pilot…but even the most harrowing job can become routine. So he’s thrilled when he’s hired as a military advisor on a Hollywood director’s latest blockbuster. But day one on the Norfolk set and he feels like a fish out of water—then he’s knocked further off-kilter when he meets female lead Carmen St. James. She takes one look at Obi-Wan and decides he’s going to be her bed warmer while she’s in town…whether he’s interested or not. The spoiled actress will have to get used to disappointment. Because someone else on set has already caught his eye… Paramedic Zita Darlington has worked on countless film shoots, and never once has she felt tempted to mix business with pleasure. Sure, she and Obadiah have a lot in common. And yes, the kind man brings her coffee every day. And okay, fine, he’s the most gorgeous guy she’s ever laid eyes on…but she’s in town for a limited time and they live on opposite sides of the country. How can they make a relationship work? As the shoot progresses, and Zita and Obi-Wan spend more and more time together, they both decide they want to find out. But hell hath no fury like a starlet scorned. Especially one with a lot of money, resources, and people more than willing to do her bidding.     ** Keeping Zita is the 3rd book in the Rescue Angels Series. Each book is a stand-alone, with no cliffhanger endings.

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Origin In Death

Origin In Death by J. D. Robb

Detective Eve Dallas tracks the cunning, cold-blooded killer of a doctor and his son in this novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling In Death series. A pioneer of modern reconstructive and cosmetic surgery, Dr. Wilfred B. Icove, is found dead in his office—murdered in a chillingly efficient manner: one swift stab to the heart. Struck by the immaculate condition of the crime scene, Dallas suspects a professional killing. Security disks show a stunningly beautiful woman calmly entering and leaving the building—the doctor’s final appointment. Known as “Dr. Perfect,” the saintly Icove devoted his life to his family and his work. His record is clean. Too clean for Dallas. She knows he was hiding something and suspects that his son—and successor—knows what it is. Then, like father, like son, the young Dr. Icove is killed…with the same deadly precision. But who is the mystery woman—and what was her relationship with the good doctors? While her husband, Roarke, works behind the scenes, Dallas follows her darkest instincts into the Icoves’ pasts. What she discovers are men driven to create perfection—playing fast and loose with the laws of nature, the limits of science, and the morals of humanity…

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Family Lies

Family Lies by Karen Rose

The fourth nerve-shattering installment of the San Diego Case Files from New York Times bestselling author Karen Rose sees Kit McKittrick’s sister caught in a maelstrom of deadly family secrets. As an infant, Kit McKittrick’s foster sister Akiko was abandoned at a firehouse. Now 32, Akiko has received an unsettling phone call from a woman who says that she knew her birth mother but refuses to divulge any details except in person. Akiko is nervous but also thrilled at the prospect of finally learning about her blood relations. Kit has a bad feeling about this and insists on accompanying Akiko to meet the woman. Sure enough, as they stand on Mary Sherman’s doorstep, shots are fired and Kit is hit...and inside the house is a corpse: Mary Sherman herself. Although she’s on medical leave and forbidden to work the case, Kit cannot rest. With police psychologist Sam Reeves, she undertakes a covert investigation into the mysterious Mary Sherman. Was she Akiko’s birth mother? Why did she reach out after all these years? And who had a motive to kill her? As more bodies pile up, Kit starts to put together the pieces of the frightening puzzle that is Akiko’s birth family, and she’ll come to wonder whether some secrets should stay buried after all.

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Hailey's Truth

Hailey's Truth Book Three In The Bodyguards Of L.A. County Series by Cate Beauman

Hailey Roberts has never had it easy. Despite the scars of a tragic childhood, she’s made a life for herself. As a part-time student and loving nanny, she yearns for a family of her own and reluctant Austin Casey, Ethan Cooke Security’s best close protection agent.  Hailey’s past comes back to haunt her when her long-lost brother tracks her down, bringing his dangerous secrets with him. At an emotional crossroads, Hailey accepts a humanitarian opportunity that throws her together with Austin, taking her hundreds of miles from her troubles, or so she thinks.  What starts out as a dream come true quickly becomes a nightmare as violence erupts on the island of Cozumel. Young women are disappearing; community members are dying—and the carnage links back to her brother.  As Austin struggles to keep Hailey’s past from destroying her future, he’s forced to make a decision that could turn her against him, or worse, cost them both their lives.

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Keeping Jennifer

Keeping Jennifer by Susan Stoker

He stayed away to protect her… now he’s done letting her face the world alone. After months of pining for a man who didn’t want her back, Jennifer Williams, vulnerable and lonely, fell victim to a predator. Now, having barely survived his vicious attack, the search-and-rescue expert has mostly healed…physically. Mentally and emotionally, she still suffers, hiding from a brutal world that’s mistreated her since childhood because of her alopecia. So if she’s not working, she’s in her apartment, her only company her beloved search dog. Avoiding all calls from her friends…and especially from Roman, the handsome pilot she’s always wanted but can never have. Army Night Stalker Roman “Edge” Aldrich has wanted Jennifer from the moment they met. And he stuffed those feelings down deep, because with an obsessed ex-wife making his life hell, Jen was safer far, far away from him…or so he’d thought. Instead, his inaction left her vulnerable to a killer. Now the brave, beautiful woman is suffering, and Edge is done letting his ex dictate his actions. He’s going after what he wants—Jen. He’ll prove that her condition doesn’t stop her from being the most stunning woman he’s ever known, inside and out. But if either of them think his ex is going away without a fight, they’re wrong. If she can’t have Edge for her own? Then she’ll do anything to take him down—literally and permanently. ** Keeping Jennifer is the 6th and final book in the Rescue Angels Series. Each book is a stand-alone, with no cliffhanger endings.

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Beautiful Ruin

Beautiful Ruin by Juliette N Banks

She's not mine, and I should stay away. But I won't. I'm not sure she wants me to leave her alone. Sure, I'm a powerful and wealthy Dufort, but even after my damn brother (her boss) warned Leilani that my sexual appetite stretches to more than one lover - at the same time—her greedy lust-filled eyes still follow me. I'm convinced she's far less innocent than everyone thinks. And I'm determined to find out. So when a bombshell drops in my lap, throwing an annoying existential crisis my way, Leilani becomes the outlet for my pain, my need, and my denial. I just never meant for it to ruin her. Or me. Beautiful Ruin is book nine and the final book in the steamy Dufort Dynasty series. It's part billionaire, part spicy romance and will appeal to readers who like steamy books with a strong storyline and characters, witty dialogue, heart-clenching moments, and a delicious happy ever after. Each book can be read as a standalone. You will have noticed Jacob Dufort tends to enjoy multiple lovers. Hot damn! Please note this is not a reverse harem , although it will be spicy AF and end with a happy ever after for Jacob and Leilani.

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Whiskey Beach

Whiskey Beach by Nora Roberts

#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts weaves together passion and obsession, humor and heart, in a novel of two people opening themselves up to the truth—and to each other. For more than three hundred years, Bluff House has sat above Whiskey Beach, guarding its shore—and its secrets. But to Eli Landon, it’s home. A Boston lawyer, Eli has weathered an intense year of public scrutiny and police investigations after being accused of—but never arrested for—the murder of his soon-to-be ex-wife. He finds sanctuary at Bluff House, even though his beloved grandmother is in Boston recuperating from a nasty fall. Abra Walsh is always there, though. Whiskey Beach’s resident housekeeper, yoga instructor, jewelry maker and massage therapist, Abra is a woman of many talents—including helping Eli take control of his life and clear his name. But as they become entangled in each other, they find themselves caught in a net that stretches back for centuries—one that has ensnared a man intent on reaping the rewards of destroying Eli Landon once and for all.

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True Betrayals

True Betrayals by Nora Roberts

#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts delivers a thrilling story of family secrets and unexpected passions, set against the high-stakes world of championship thoroughbred racing. Kelsey Byden always believed that her mother was dead. But now, after all this time, she has discovered the truth: Naomi Chadwick is still alive—after spending years in prison for the murder of her lover. Now, at Naomi’s Virginia horse farm, Kelsey is trying to sort out a lifetime of deception—and her feelings about her mother. The bonds of love can be fragile...as Kelsey learned from her recently ended marriage. But as the two women rebuild their relationship—and Kelsey finds herself swept into an unsettling new romance—she must decide once and for all who she can trust, and who threatens to betray her....

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Reagan's Redemption

Reagan's Redemption Book Eight In The Bodyguards Of L.A. County Series by Cate Beauman

Sleepy town. Deadly secrets… Doctor Reagan Rosner loves her fast-paced life of practicing medicine in New York City’s busiest trauma center. Kind and confident, she’s taking her profession by storm—until a young girl’s accidental death leaves her shaken to her core. With her life a mess and her future uncertain, Reagan accepts a position as Head Physician for The Appalachia Project, an outreach program working with some of America’s poorest citizens. Shane Harper, Ethan Cooke Security’s newest team member, has been assigned to a three-month stint deep in the mountains of Eastern Kentucky—and he’s not too happy about it. Guarding a pill safe in the middle of nowhere is boring as hell, but when he gets a look at his new roommate, the gorgeous Doctor Rosner, things start looking up. Shane and Reagan encounter more than a few mishaps as they struggle to gain the trust of a reluctant community. They’re just starting to make headway when a man’s routine checkup exposes troubling secrets the town will do anything to keep hidden—even if that means murder.

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Immortal in Death

Immortal in Death by J. D. Robb

She was one of the most sought-after women in the world. A top model who would stop at nothing to get what she wanted -- even another woman's man. And now she was dead, the victim of a brutal murder. Police lieutenant Eve Dallas put her professional life on the line to take the case when suspicion fell on her best friend, the other woman in the fatal love triangle. Beneath the facade of glamour, Eve found that the world of high fashion thrived on an all-consuming passion for youth and fame. One that led from the runway to the dark underworld of New York City where drugs could fulfill any desire -- for a price . . .

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Securing Jane

Securing Jane A Navy SEAL Military Romantic Suspense Novel by Susan Stoker

She never thought she deserved a hero—until one makes her his mission. Over the years, Storm North has witnessed two teams of Navy SEALs under his command find true love. He doesn’t expect the same for himself. He’s too old. Too jaded. Too set in his ways. Until a woman who’s been right in front of him for years manages to impress Storm in a way very few women—or men—ever have. Jane Hamilton knows it’s ridiculous to have a crush on the charismatic and handsome admiral. She’s the divorced mother of a twenty-six-year-old daughter. Too old for crushes. Too old for a lot of things. There’s no chance she’ll ever catch the eye of a man like Storm North. Until someone delivers a bomb to the base. As the civilian contractor in charge of the mail room, Jane finds herself in the direct line of fire, enduring a series of events that leads to a budding relationship with the very man she’s been longing for. She couldn’t be happier, and Storm feels the same. The only one unhappy, in fact, is the thwarted bomber. Unhappy enough to do something drastic. Now Storm and Jane have to work together to save innocent sailors—and themselves—from an explosive situation threatening their happily ever after. ** Securing Jane  is the 7th and final book in the  SEAL of Protection: Legacy  Series. Each book is a stand-alone, with no cliffhanger endings. **This book was previously published by 1001 Dark Nights. It has the same content now, just a different cover.

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Cold Heat

Cold Heat A Romantic Suspense Novel by Toni Anderson

Every operator has a weakness. She just became his. FBI HRT operator Jordan Krychek has built his life around discipline and duty, hiding scars that run bone-deep. The night his family was murdered, the man responsible vanished into the wind. Now that ghost has reappeared—and a woman Jordan has sworn to protect is caught in the crossfire. Daisy Montana doesn’t need a bodyguard, least of all her father’s dangerously intense teammate. But when a terrorist targets her area of research, and a killer from Jordan’s past resurfaces, she becomes a pawn in a deadly game of vengeance. Forced into hiding—and into each other’s arms—the line between duty and desire combusts. From Mexico to Virginia, a relentless enemy draws them into a web of deception and betrayal. As the stakes rise and the body count climbs, Jordan and Daisy must untangle the mystery of what the next target might be, before it's too late. This time, Jordan’s mission is personal. And protecting Daisy might cost him everything—including his heart. COLD HEAT delivers explosive action, heart-stopping suspense, and the kind of forbidden love that will bring even the most hardened operator to his knees. “Toni Anderson has a terrific voice for crime fiction.” - New York Times bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz. All the books can be read as standalone titles. Hot romantic stories with thrilling plots and guaranteed happily ever afters—they do contain strong language and steamy times. For fans of Laura Griffin, Karen Rose, JD Robb, Melinda Leigh, Janie Crouch, Kendra Elliot, and Anna Hackett.

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Angels Fall

Angels Fall by Nora Roberts

#1  New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts explores the wilds of the Grand Tetons—and the mysteries of love, murder, and madness—in this engrossing and passionate novel. The sole survivor of a brutal crime back East, Reece Gilmore settles in Angel’s Fall, Wyoming—temporarily, at least—and takes a job at a local diner. One day, while hiking in the mountains, she peers through her binoculars and sees a couple arguing on the bank of the churning Snake River. And suddenly, the man is on top of the woman, his hands around her throat... By the time Reece reaches a gruff loner named Brody farther down the trail, the pair is gone. And when authorities comb the area where she saw the attack, they find no trace that anyone was even there. No one in Angel’s Fall seems to believe Reece—except Brody, despite his seeming impatience and desire to keep her at arm’s length. When a series of menacing events makes it clear that someone wants her out of the way, Reece must put her trust in Brody—and herself—to find out if there is a killer in Angel’s Fall, before it’s too late.

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Alpha

Alpha by Sybil Bartel

Billionaire. Mercenary. Navy SEAL. The Teams trained me to be a killer. War taught me to be ruthless. Then an ill-fated mission proved I was human. Combat wounded, cut loose by the Navy, I had a choice. Fade into obscurity or use the skills I had. Alpha Elite Security was born, and three years later, my company was the most sought-after security contractor in the world. Five global locations, ten company jets, every one of my employees military trained—we were the best of the best. Overseeing operations, I didn't have time for women or anything other than growing my company. My success rate unmatched, I'd never lost a client. Then I got a call, the only call that would get me back in the field. She was missing. The woman I'd destroyed seven years ago. Now I had one objective. Code name: Alpha. Mission: Extraction. ALPHA is the first standalone book in the exciting new Alpha Elite Series by USA Today Bestselling author, Sybil Bartel. Come meet Adam "Alpha" Trefor and the dominant, alpha heroes who work for AES! The Alpha Elite Series: SEAL - Series Prequel featuring Adam 'Alpha' Trefor ALPHA - Adam 'Alpha' Trefor's story VICTOR - Vance 'Victor' Conlon's story ROMEO - Roark 'Romeo' MacElheran's story ZULU - Zane 'Zulu' Silas's story NOVEMBER - Nathan 'November' Rhys's story ECHO - Echo's story WHISKEY - Will 'Whiskey' Damien's story DELTA - Delta's story

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Montana Sky

Montana Sky by Nora Roberts

#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts surpasses herself once again, with a novel as sweeping and extraordinary as the Montana sky itself…   When Jack Mercy died, he left behind a ranch worth nearly twenty million dollars. Now his three daughters—each born of a different mother, and each unknown by the others—are gathered to hear the reading of the will. But the women are shocked to learn that before any of them can inherit, they must live together on the ranch for one year. For Tess, a screenwriter who just wants to collect her cash and get back to Hollywood, it’s a nightmare. For Lily, on the run from her abusive ex-husband, it’s a refuge. And for Willa—who grew up on the ranch—it’s an intrusion into her rightful home. They are sisters...and strangers. Now they face a challenge: to put their bitterness aside and live like a family. To protect each other from danger—and unite against an enemy who threatens to destroy them all...

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Inheritance

Inheritance The Lost Bride Trilogy, Book 1 by Nora Roberts

Inheritance is the first in The Lost Bride Trilogy by #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts—a tale of tragedies, loves found and lost, and a family haunted for generations. 1806: Astrid Poole sits in her bridal clothes, overwhelmed with happiness. But before her marriage can be consummated, she is murdered, and the circle of gold torn from her finger. Her last words are a promise to Collin never to leave him… Graphic designer Sonya MacTavish is stunned to learn that her late father had a twin he never knew about—and that her newly discovered uncle, Collin Poole, has left her almost everything he owned, including a majestic Victorian house on the Maine coast, which the will stipulates she must live in it for at least three years. Her engagement recently broken, she sets off to find out why the boys were separated at birth—and why it was all kept secret until a genealogy website brought it to light. Trey, the young lawyer who greets her at the sprawling clifftop manor, notes Sonya’s unease—and acknowledges that yes, the place is haunted…but just a little. Sure enough, Sonya finds objects moved and music playing out of nowhere. She sees a painting by her father inexplicably hanging in her deceased uncle’s office, and a portrait of a woman named Astrid, whom the lawyer refers to as “the first lost bride.” It’s becoming clear that Sonya has inherited far more than a house. She has inherited a centuries-old curse, and a puzzle to be solved if there is any hope of breaking it…

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Queens and Monsters

Queens and Monsters Mafia/cartel arranged marriage standalone by Aleatha Romig

Mafia/cartel, arranged marriage, forbidden, love triangle, dangerous romance Reinaldo Roríguez Emiliano Ruiz Both are dangerous, deadly, and powerful. Both are second-generation soldiers proving themselves in the Roríguez cartel. Both want me.  Of course, I wasn’t told until it was too late. That’s the way things work in the famiglia. My fate is up to Dario Luciano, my guardian.  He doesn’t care the way the men make me feel. How when I’m near them, the air crackles and my skin warms with stinging electricity, stirring something deep inside me that never before existed. One fills me with desire, twisting my insides. The other recognizes my need to be loved, filling me with a comfortable warmth.  By the time I learn that both have requested my hand, a deal has been brokered.  Neither man from the Roríguez cartel will have me. I’ve been promised to another, the son of Dario’s sworn enemy.  Will I have any say in my future? What will happen to the alliance between the Luciano famiglia and the Roríguez cartel when tragedy strikes? Have you been Aleatha’d? QUEENS AND MONSTERS is a stand-alone dangerous M/F Mafia/cartel romance in the “Brutal Vows” series. Each arranged-marriage story is filled with the suspense, intrigue, and heat you’ve come to expect from New York Times bestselling author Aleatha Romig.

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Surface

Surface by Anna Brooks

She was off limits. Too young. The boss's daughter.  Forbidden.  I knew it all along, but it didn't change the absolute possession I felt when it came to her... nothing would change how I felt about her.  So I did what I had to; I waited until the time was right to make her mine, only to find out there is one thing that could ruin it all.   

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When He Loves

When He Loves by Cynthia Eden

He’s been in love with her since the day they met.  Love at first sight? Sure, you can call it that. Love, obsession, whatever. All Nash Quinn knows is that from the instant he met Delaney Daniels, he fell for her. Hard. Completely. And now…she’s marrying someone else. A man who most people believe to be a prince charming, but Nash knows the guy is a real nightmare, and there is no way– no way– that he can let his Delaney go through with the marriage. Because as soon as she’s married, she’ll be dead. So he has to kidnap the bride. It’s a dirty job, but someone has to do it. Nash rides in on his motorcycle, and when the priest asks if anyone objects, Nash steals the bride. Only…Delaney comes far too willingly. She jumps on the back of his motorcycle, and they ride off into the night…even as the groom gives chase. She’s in trouble, and the man who once shattered her heart is the only one who can help her. Right before her wedding, Delaney found out just how dangerous and evil her groom-to-be truly was. Desperate and afraid, she’d sent a frantic text to her former best friend, Agnes, hoping for some miracle. She never expected her miracle to come in the form of Agnes’s brother Nash–gorgeous, big, powerful Nash. He storms the wedding and carries her out into the night. Yes, she’s heard the whispers about him. She even has secretly suspected that he might work for the government, but when she learns that big, bad Nash is actually a spy…A spy who just saved her from certain death… everything changes.  The CIA wants to use her. Nash just wants to protect her.  He has to hide Delaney. Has to whisk her away and stay close to her every moment. But emotions and needs that Nash has held in check for far too long are pushing past his control. This is finally his chance–his chance to have Delaney, and Nash is not going to let her slip through his fingers again. He’ll be the one to put a ring on her finger. And to set a trap for her ex. Another wedding? Sure, why not? When the CIA wants to nab her ex, Delaney is all-in on the plan. Even if that plan means traveling to Vegas, fake marrying the hot and brooding Nash, and risking everything to bring down a killer. She can do this…but, she may just lose her heart to Nash along the way. Her heart, and potentially, her life. Author’s Note: He’s stealing a bride, and he will not give her back. Nash has been in love with Delaney for years, and he is not going to let anyone hurt her. He’ll step from the shadows, he’ll protect her, and he’ll finally claim the woman who owns his soul. If anyone tries to get in his way, he’ll show them just how dangerous a real protector can truly be…

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Eclipse Bay

Eclipse Bay by Jayne Ann Krentz

FIRST IN THE STUNNING TRILOGY Eclipse Bay has grown and flourished amongst the sharp cliffs and hidden coves of the rugged Oregon coast. But this small town is also filled with secrets as treacherous as the landscape and rivalries as fierce as an ocean storm. Their grandfathers hated each other. Their fathers hated each other. But they don’t hate each other. Not at all.... Hannah Harte remembers the long-ago night on the beach that revealed Rafe as more than just “that disreputable Madison boy.” And Rafe remembers the heroic gesture that proved Hannah’s fierce spirit was stronger than any feud—and saved him from near-certain imprisonment.  Now—reunited by a surprising inheritance after years of living their separate lives—Rafe and Hannah return to Eclipse Bay, and the hostilities that still divide, and bind, their families. And they are discovering something that is at once delightful and deeply disturbing....

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The Damaged Billionaire

The Damaged Billionaire by Samantha Skye

We had one hot night, and only one rule. No names. My business is growing, my client list is long and my services are in high demand. But when I am introduced to my new client, even though his name is not familiar, his face and body I know all too well. Tennyson Langford is every inch the typical billionaire bachelor, extremely good looking, suave and swoony, and altogether downright dangerous. I am hired to get his womanizing reputation under control but every time he looks at me I burn, and his touch is scorching. I can't fraternize with my clients, because I am in the business of cleaning up their damaged reputations, not causing them. But there is something about Tennyson that has me breaking all my rules. I have no problem going after what I want. But sometimes that can lead to trouble. The kind of trouble that leaves you damaged.

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Keeping Kara

Keeping Kara by Susan Stoker

Saving her once was a job; saving her twice is his destiny.   Kara Guthrie never thought she’d meet Mr. Right while clinging to a tree, in the middle of raging floodwaters, during a freaking hurricane . But you can’t pass up a guy who not only rides to the rescue in a helicopter—but jumps into the water when you’re swept away by the current. Kara may have serious trust issues with a capital T, thanks to her last boyfriend, but Arrow is proving patient enough to help her overcome them, one at a time. Arrow “Chaos” Porter never expected to meet his soul mate during an op, but his mother always said that when he finds The One, he’ll know. And when the spotlight on his chopper shines on Kara, the sixth sense he’s relied on for countless missions goes crazy. Letting her drown in a flash flood isn’t an option. And after learning what she’s suffered at the hands of her ex, he doesn’t need his gut to tell him she’ll be safer with him, in Norfolk. In her new town, surrounded by her found family, and falling harder for Arrow every day, Kara has never felt happier, more loved, safer. But someone is watching and waiting. Someone who thinks Kara is his…and if he can’t have her, no one can.  ** Keeping Kara is the 5th book in the Rescue Angels Series. Each book is a stand-alone, with no cliffhanger endings.

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Birthright

Birthright by Nora Roberts

From beloved author Nora Roberts   comes the #1 New York Times bestseller about shattering loss and shocking discovery—set in a small town nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains… When five-thousand-year-old human bones are found at a construction site in the small town of Woodsboro, the news draws archaeologist Callie Dunbrook out of her sabbatical and into a whirlwind of adventure, danger, and romance. While overseeing the dig, she must try to make sense of a cloud of death and misfortune that hangs over the project—fueling rumors that the site is cursed. She must cope with the presence of her irritating — but irresistible — ex-husband, Jake. And when a stranger claims to know a secret about her privileged Boston childhood, she must question her own past as well...

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Perfect in Every Way

Perfect in Every Way by Kristen Ashley

Historical fiction writer, Vivienne Dupree, is hoping to unravel the mystery of her WWII soldier, great-grandfather's doomed love affair with the lovely Lady Harmony. A woman he met convalescing at the sweeping English country estate, The Downs. Vivienne jumps at the invitation to spend time at this magnificent property, doing so with unfettered access to family papers. What she doesn't expect is to come face-to-face—and immediately go head-to-head—with Battle Talyn, the ludicrously handsome, imposing, ridiculously arrogant Duke of Burleigh. From the start, Vivi and Battle match wits, but it doesn't take long for Vivi to realize something is amiss at The Downs. She dives into her research to figure it out, at the same time Battle launches a campaign that Vivi doesn't quite understand. The game is on, and a mystery is afoot. What kept the doomed lovers apart all those years ago? What's happening in the ballroom? Is there a curse on The Downs? And what does all of this have to do with Battle and Vivi?

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Kiss Me, Kill Me

Kiss Me, Kill Me A Novel of Suspense by Allison Brennan

KISS THE GIRLS AND MAKE THEM DIE   Lucy Kincaid has firsthand experience dealing with deadly criminal predators, and she’s fully prepared to share her many talents with the FBI. But when her career plans are derailed, her boyfriend, security expert Sean Rogan, asks for help on his latest private investigation. Using her well-honed cyber-hunting skills, Lucy is soon on the trail of a missing teenage girl with a penchant for disappearing—and a shocking secret life. FBI Agent Suzanne Madeaux is also tracking someone: a serial killer on the loose in New York City. Dubbed by the press the Cinderella Strangler, he cruises seamy underground sex parties, where drug-fueled women make for easy pickings. As Lucy and Sean’s desperate search collides with the FBI’s hunt, Lucy isn’t about to step aside. Haunted by painful memories of her own harrowing encounters with evil, she’s determined to keep any more innocents from meeting the fate she so narrowly escaped. Delving deep into the twisted psyche of a remorseless killer, Lucy must confront her own fears—even if it means risking a future job with the FBI and future happiness with Sean.

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Apprentice in Death

Apprentice in Death by J. D. Robb

THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Lieutenant Eve Dallas must hunt down the deadly snipers terrorizing Manhattan in this fast-paced In Death thriller from J. D. Robb.   The shots came quickly, silently, and with deadly accuracy. Within seconds, three people were dead at Central Park’s ice-skating rink. The victims: a talented young skater, a doctor, and a teacher. As random as random can be. Eve Dallas has seen a lot of killers during her time with the NYPSD but never one like this. A review of the security videos reveals that the victims were killed with a tactical laser rifle fired by a sniper, who could have been miles away when the trigger was pulled. And though the list of locations where the shooter could have set up seems endless, the number of people with that particular skill set is finite: police, military, professional killer. Eve’s husband, Roarke, has unlimited resources—and genius—at his disposal. And when his computer program leads Eve to the location of the sniper, she learns a shocking fact: There were two—one older, one younger. Someone is being trained by an expert in the science of killing, and they have an agenda. Central Park was just a warm-up. And as another sniper attack shakes the city to its core, Eve realizes that though we’re all shaped by the people around us, there are those who are just born evil...

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A Secret Splendor

A Secret Splendor by Sandra Brown

“...his eyes met hers in the mirror. They were dark and smoldering, like the purest of blue flame. And in her own eyes was the glassy sheen of desire.” Arden Gentry went to the lush island of Maui for the specific purpose of ingratiating herself into Drew McCasslin’s world. The dashing widower, who had bitterly grieved the death of his wife, is ready to tackle life again and believes that his meeting with Arden is fortunate happenstance. He and his young son, Matt, are drawn to Arden’s warmth and tenderness, and both open their wounded hearts to her. But even as the passion between Drew and Arden intensifies and points toward love, she’s harboring the secret of their inextricable bond…which could also rip them apart.

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Holiday in Death

Holiday in Death by J. D. Robb

Lieutenant Eve Dallas tails a serial killer who has a passion for the "Twelve Days of Christmas" in this novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling In Death series. No one likes to be alone during the holidays. For New York's most posh dating service, Personally Yours, it is the season to bring lonely hearts together. But Lieutenant Eve Dallas, on the trail of a ritualistic serial killer who likes to dress up as Santa Claus, has made a disturbing discovery: all of the victims have been traced to Personally Yours. As the murders continue, Eve enters into an elite world of people searching for their one true love. A world where the power of love leads men and women into the ultimate act of betrayal...

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Acquiring Trouble

Acquiring Trouble by Kathleen Brooks

This is the third book in the Bluegrass Brothers series by USA Today Best-selling author, Kathleen Brooks. Trouble worth dying for…  Miles Davies is a natural born leader. The former Special Forces commander has returned to the small town of Keeneston and has become the head of his own company. Nothing can shake his strong resolve. Not war, not the town gossips, and certainly not the one woman who both fascinates and infuriates him . . . or so he thinks. Keeneston’s bad girl is back! Morgan Hamilton’s life ended and began on her high school graduation night when she left town with no plan to ever return. As a self-made businesswoman, Morgan is always on the lookout for her next victory. Little did she know that next victory would involve acquiring the company that belonged to the one man she always wanted for herself. The order is clear—get Miles’s company—even if it means murder.

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Dirty Player

Dirty Player by Juliette N Banks

She can look at me with those big brown eyes all she likes. I am not interested... anymore. That's my first lie. Finding her lips on another player broke my heart once. I thought she was the one. That was months ago. Fast forward to me being drafted into the NFL and I'm not surprised to see her sniffing around. Damn Jersey Chaser. Except, now, she's working for the team as our new physiotherapist. We agree to be professional, putting our relationship and history behind us, and be friends. Second lie. Trying to focus on my training and not her sweet ass is apparently not a strength of mine. I find myself hoping for an injury, just to get her hands on me. Just once more. Then I'll forget all about Kaylee Rose. ​​​​​​​ That's my third lie. Dirty Player is Book Three in the steamy Montgomery Billionaires series. This forbidden billionaire romance will appeal to readers who like spicy books with strong storylines, dominant heroes, witty dialogue, heart-clenching moments, and a delicious happy ever after. Dirty Billionaire is the fourth and final instalment. Grab your copy now!

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The Billionaire Op

The Billionaire Op by Lori Ryan

Can she ever get over her broken heart? Jennie Evans has known true love, and it died with her husband. But she’s found balance in her life: friends and a job she loves at Sutton Capital. And there might be a man that caught her eye, but she’ll never give him her heart. Chad Thompson sees what others don’t: Jennie’s hurting inside and hiding it from the world. Their chemistry may be off the charts, but he vows not to push. Even if true happiness might be within reach. When their meddling friends throw Jennie and Chad together in a plot designed to push them out of their comfort zones, she ends up in more danger than anyone could have imagined. To keep her safe, Chad will have to risk his body and his heart, and no matter how things end, one of them is going to get hurt. The Billionaire Op is a standalone book in the Sutton Billionaires Series. A shorter version of it was previously published as part of the Sutton Capital Series.

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Player

Player by Lexy Timms

Moonrise Key. Playground of the rich and famous . As a security expert, Jack Landry has risked his life and faced dangerous missions around the world. His current assignment has him infiltrating an inner circle of billionaires and power players on a tropical island in the Florida Keys—The Gentleman's Club. However, he never counted on getting involved with Cassandra, the daughter of the shipping magnate he's tailing. Now, against his better judgment, he's falling under her spell and telling her about his secret mission. He knows he's breaking every rule he swore to uphold, but Cassandra's headstrong innocence tempts him beyond reason. When his mission gets even more dangerous, Jack has to make a choice between his duty and a desire he doesn't know how to resist. After Cassandra Monahan agrees to a fake relationship with Jack, she tells herself she's only doing it for a chance to finally get away from her controlling father. Deep down, though, she knows that suppressing her attraction to the sexy, dangerous security expert is futile. When Jack shows up beaten and bloody at her penthouse, Cassandra demands the truth. When she discovers her billionaire father is responsible, she's furious and devastated. As more secrets come out, she realizes that everything about her life is a lie. Now she's caught between family honor and the man who has sworn to bring her father down. Eventually the father she loves and the only man she's ever cared for will have to face each other, and Cassandra has no idea who will make it out alive.        The Gentleman's Club Series Book 1 – Gambler Book 2 – Player Book 3 – Wager

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The Shop on Hidden Lane

The Shop on Hidden Lane by Jayne Ann Krentz

New York Times bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz dives into an enthralling new romantic suspense novel filled with deeply entrenched grudges, psychic dangers, and a conspiracy that threatens not only two families but also the entire paranormal community. The Harper and the Wells families have regarded each other with deep suspicion for four generations. The Harpers have been known to offer their psychic talents for less-than-legal purposes, and the powerful Wells clan has a reputation for playing both sides of the street. But for all the years of history and distrust between them, there is a mysterious pact binding the two. They share the responsibility for protecting a long-buried and very dangerous secret. Sophy Harper and Luke Wells are shocked to learn that her aunt and his uncle have been sleeping together—and now they are both missing. Not only that, but the last traces of them are at the scene of a murder soaked in negative paranormal energy. Clearly, someone is willing to kill to obtain the secret their families have been charged with protecting. Despite their mutual distrust, which, as far as Sophy is concerned extends to Luke’s hellhound of a dog, they both know that the terms of the pact must be honored.  Their investigation uncovers a psychic trail leading to a bizarre desert art colony where nothing is as it seems. But Luke and Sophy are concealing a few secrets, too. By a strange twist of fate, a Harper and a Wells have no choice but to trust each other and the fierce attraction that is binding them as surely as the pact between the families.

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Sawyer

Sawyer by Samantha Skye

Working the land and raising my boys as a single mom is the only life I've ever known. Teaching during the day and parenting at night, my world begins and ends with them. But between managing a struggling farm in small town Whispers and nurturing a growing side hustle, I dream of a life beyond poverty, a chance to turn our hopes into reality. I'm done living on handouts. Then Sawyer shows up on my doorstep, the new local lawyer. A billionaire from the city, polished and privileged, he's clueless about small-town struggles, where food stamps and church donations mean survival. He says he wants to help, but I'm not some damsel in distress. His suits are pristine, my jeans are torn. His shoes gleam, my hair's a wild mess. He's polished perfection, and I'm pure chaos. Total opposites . Yet, somehow, he breaks through my walls. And when he does, we're like a wildfire, intense, consuming, unstoppable. He's everything I never dared to want, offering me a fairytale I never thought I'd have. But just as I begin to believe in a future beyond the struggle, danger comes knocking. The farm feels less like home and more like a target, my side business teeters on collapse, and my fears grow louder than ever. Life has knocked me down before, but this time, getting back up feels impossible. And the last thing I want is for Sawyer to fall down with me.

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When I Say Yes

When I Say Yes by Lisa Renee Jones

I believe that there is one person in this world that can both break us and make us whole. One person who can love us more than life can hurt us. With this comes deep, intense passion, and a burning connection. But in turn, that person can destroy us, cut us, make us bleed in ways no other ever could. They have power over us. For me, that one person is Dash Black. He walked into my life in a rush of sunshine, in the darkness of heartache and uncertainty. We were broken apart, and whole together. He healed me. I believed I did the same for him. Until the past became the present, and every moment of suffering in his life consumed him. Instead of seeking refuge in me, he pushed me away. As the famous quote from an unknown author says, “If you love something, set it free. If it comes back, it’s yours; if it doesn’t, it never was.” I've set Dash Black free. Now, I wait. When I Say Yes is the third and final book in the Necklace Trilogy.

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Submerged

Submerged by Kaylea Cross

Keep your friends close. Harper Sorenson's husband died during a security contracting job in Syria more than a year ago. The official report said he was killed in an enemy ambush, but she doesn't buy it. And until she knows the truth, she can't move on. When someone tries to silence her, she knows she's on the right track. Unfortunately, now she has no choice but to rely on the man she blames for everything—her dead husband's best friend. And your enemies closer. Jared Blackmore was there the day Pete died. Gravely wounded himself in the ambush, he still can't remember everything that happened. His own search for answers results in resistance from every angle, and he begins to fear the worst—that they're dealing with a cover up. With Harper now in danger, he drops everything to protect her. He might have promised Pete that he would take care of her, but it's far more personal than that, and he's worried he won't be able to hide his attraction any longer. With the bodies piling up and danger closing in, they don't know who to trust. He must uncover the truth before it's too late—before they both wind up dead—and before she figures out exactly how much she means to him.

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Breakneck

Breakneck by Zoe Dawson

A man trained for precision. A woman who shatters his aim. Kelly “Breakneck” Gatlin and his SEAL Team are tasked with a joint operation with the DEA and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police to take down a deadly cartel. Their liaison is Sergeant Blair Brown, sharp, relentless, and a little blindsided by Breakneck. After a devastating blow tied to a devastating family secret, Breakneck is a man unraveling. He handles the fallout the only way he knows how. Restraint, mission focus, and the brotherhood. Then he meets the woman in charge. Blair is fierce, fearless, and impossible to ignore. The way she takes charge. The way she refuses to back down. The unexpected softness beneath her steel. Before he realizes it, she’s under his skin, heat and temptation wrapped in a Mountie uniform. She has a job to do. Dismantling a cartel alongside an elite SEAL team is dangerous enough without losing her focus over one devastatingly intense sniper. Wanting him is reckless. Dangerous. But Mounties are known for their persistence. One way or another…she intends to get her man.

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Loyalty in Death

Loyalty in Death by J. D. Robb

National bestselling author J.D. Robb 's phenomenal series has captivated readers nationwide with its tantalizing blend of romance, suspense, and near-future police procedural. Now, New York cop Eve Dallas returns to face her most ingenious foe--an unknown bomber who taunts her with letters...and kills without mercy.

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Witness in Death

Witness in Death by J. D. Robb

Writing as J.D. Robb, Nora Roberts presents the tenth book in the New York Times bestselling series. When a celebrity is killed right before her eyes, New York detective Eve Dallas takes a new place in crime--as both officer and witness to murder....

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Deadly Sin: Dark Mafia Romance

Deadly Sin: Dark Mafia Romance by Ruby St. Clair

MINERVA I thought our marriage was the battlefield. I was wrong. The real war is inside his family. Secrets. Grief. Guns pointed in living rooms. And when they threaten me, he steps in front of the bullet. For the first time, I see it clearly. This isn't just possession. It's something far more dangerous. DANTE They can insult me. They can challenge me. But they do not threaten my wife. Mivvy was never meant to matter. Now she stands behind me while I face my own blood. She softens nothing. She makes me stronger. And if protecting her means destroying my own family, so be it. Some sins are worth the body count. This is Book 3 in the Sacred Sins Series. Reading Order: A Vicious Sin A Reckless Sin A Deadly Sin A Sovereign Sin

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Cold Silence

Cold Silence Romantic Suspense by Toni Anderson

An Apple Books Best Books of June selection! “ We couldn’t put Cold Silence down until we’d discovered the truth about the murderer—and found out what happened between Shane and Yael, whose slow-burn romance is a great addition to the novel’s nonstop suspense, action, and creepiness. If you like intense reads, pick up  Cold Silence . ” —Apple Books Review. A determined FBI agent hunts a sadistic serial killer in this “steamy” ( Kirkus Review ) Romantic Thriller with a “masterful plot” ( The BookLife Prize ) by New York Times bestselling author Toni Anderson. A bloody game of cat and mouse…with a serial killer who makes it personal… FBI Hostage Rescue Team member Shane Livingstone is frustrated when an injury sidelines him during an operation to catch a sadistic killer. A killer who auctions off vicious ways to torture his victims and screens the events for money on the dark web. When a teammate dies during the op, a devastated Shane vows to track down the monster responsible—but to do so he’ll need access to specialized skills he doesn’t possess. As a white-hat hacker at Alex Parker’s security firm, Yael Brooks knows how to track predators through the darkest recesses of cyberspace. She can’t say no to Shane’s request…even though she fears her own secrets may put her at risk. Shane and Yael must work together as a team if they hope to stop this psychopath. As they begin to grow closer, Shane demands Yael’s complete trust, but trust is the one thing Yael is reluctant to give. As the chase intensifies and more people die, it becomes obvious that the killer knows exactly who Yael is and plans to make both her and Shane pay the ultimate price for getting in his way. COLD SILENCE is a finalist in the Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery/Suspense, Long Category, and was shortlisted for The Jackie Collins Award for Romantic Thrillers in the Romantic Novel Awards. All the books can be read as standalone novels. Hot romantic stories with thrilling plots and guaranteed happily ever afters, they do contain strong language and sexy times. For fans of A.J. Rivers, L.T. Ryan, Janie Crouch, L.T. Vargus and Debra Webb. 

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Go All In

Go All In by Scarlett Finn

Bad Boy & Good Girl Steamy 'Family in Crisis' Suspense Series Recovering from the recent devastation may be impossible… The crew may never be the same again. With a damaged heart and the doc working overtime, their position in the consortium could be in peril. Harlow Sweeting won't let them jeopardize what they've already lost so much for. They have to play the game all the way to the end. But with her family reeling from unexpected confessions, Harlow is fighting a battle on several fronts. Balancing the personal with the professional puts pressure on every bond. Left with no alternative, Harlow goes all in on a gamble that leaves her future at the mercy of an enemy. Warning: Contains explicit language and imagery. Suitable only for ages 18 and over. **Book 4 of 5, HEA, no cheating, series complete**  

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Protecting Summer

Protecting Summer by Susan Stoker

Just as she thought she was getting her life together, his past would come back to haunt them both. Sam “Mozart” Reed’s life changed the day his little sister was found abused and murdered when he was fifteen. He’s spent the past nineteen years looking for the serial killer who took his sister from him and ruined his family. Using his connections, and SEAL training, Mozart believes he’s finally tracked the killer to the town of Big Bear, California. Summer Pack is working in a crappy motel up at Big Bear Lake until she can find something better, more meaningful, more real. Living in an unhealthy situation, she meets a man who is everything she’s ever dreamed about and who helps her see that there are some people in the world who will actually do what they say they will. But somewhere in Big Bear a killer is waiting to strike again. Watching for the perfect victim. **Protecting Summer is the 4th book in the SEAL of Protection Series. It can be read as a stand-alone, but it’s recommended you read the books in order to get maximum enjoyment out of the series.

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Delusion in Death

Delusion in Death by J. D. Robb

Lieutenant Eve Dallas must foil a terrorist plot in this explosive thriller in the #1 New York Times bestselling In Death series. It was just another after-work happy hour at a bar downtown—until the madness descended. And after twelve minutes of chaos and violence, more than eighty people lay dead. Lieutenant Eve Dallas is trying to sort out the inexplicable events. Surviving witnesses talk about seeing things—monsters and swarms of bees. They describe sudden, overwhelming feelings of fear and rage and paranoia. When forensics makes its report, the mass delusions make more sense: it appears the bar patrons were exposed to a cocktail of chemicals and illegal drugs that could drive anyone into temporary insanity—if not kill them outright. But that doesn’t explain who would unleash such horror—or why. Eve’s husband, Roarke, happens to own the bar, but he’s convinced the attack wasn’t directed at him. It’s bigger than that. And if Eve can’t figure it out fast, it could happen again, anytime, anywhere. Because it’s airborne…

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Secret Sisters

Secret Sisters by Jayne Ann Krentz

No one does romantic suspense better than Jayne Ann Krentz. Now, the New York Times bestselling author of Untouchable and Promise Not to Tell delivers a novel that twists and turns into a read that will leave you breathless.   Madeline and Daphne were once as close as sisters—until a secret tore them apart. Now, it might take them to their graves....   Nearly two decades after her childhood—and her friendship with Daphne—were destroyed in one traumatic night, a dying man’s last words convey a warning to Madeline: the secrets she believed buried forever have been discovered.   Unable to trust anyone else, Madeline reaches out to Daphne and to the only man she can count on to help: Jack Rayner, a security expert with a profoundly intimate understanding of warped and dangerous minds. Along with his high-tech genius of a brother, the four of them will form an uneasy alliance against a killer who will stop at nothing to hide the truth....

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Forever Country

Forever Country Forever Bluegrass #24 by Kathleen Brooks

Holt Everett is still the same small-town guy he always was, even though he’s now a country music superstar. However, there are some perks to being young and famous. Including buying his new house right outside of Nashville. Hello parties, friends, and women! Until late on the first night at his new home when someone literally came banging on his door looking for help. Annaleigh Astore works for her family’s company as an entertainment agent. She’s been getting vague messages that might be threats and feeling as if someone is watching her. She’s beginning to think she’s paranoid since no one else seems concerned. Late one night, she knows there’s someone following her as she takes a run on her family’s property. Too far from home, she makes a dash to ask her new neighbor for help. Annaleigh’s parents seem more concerned with signing Holt Everett to their agency than taking the threats seriously, so Holt has no choice but to bring Annaleigh to Keeneston. But what happens in Keeneston doesn’t always stay in Keeneston, as a video of Holt and Annaleigh goes viral. As their relationship heats up, so do the threats. The question becomes: who will win and who will die?

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All the Colors of Night

All the Colors of Night by Jayne Ann Krentz

An instant New York Times bestseller! Two psychics plunge into a dark world of deadly secrets in this second installment in the Fogg Lake trilogy by New York Times  bestselling author Jayne Ann Krentz.   North Chastain possesses a paranormal talent that gives him the ability to track down the most dangerous psychic criminals. When his father suddenly falls into a coma-like state, North is convinced it was caused by a deadly artifact that traces back to the days of a secret government program known only as the Bluestone Project. North knows his only hope of saving his father is to find the artifact. He is good when it comes to tracking down killers, but to locate the relic he’s going to need help from a psychic who knows the shadowy world of obsessive collectors, deceptive dealers and ruthless raiders.…   With her reputation in ruins after a false accusation, antiques expert Sierra Raines is looking for a fresh start. She turns to the murky backwaters of the paranormal artifacts trade, finding and transporting valuable objects with a psychic provenance. When North Chastain approaches her for help, Sierra takes him on as a client, though not without reservations. North represents the mysterious Foundation, the secretive organization established to police the underworld populated by psychic criminals and those, like Sierra, who make a living in the shadows of that world.   North and Sierra soon find themselves at the scene of the Incident, which occurred decades ago in Fogg Lake. The town and its residents were forever changed by the disaster in the nearby Bluestone Project labs. The pair unearths shocking truths about what happened that fateful night, but they are playing with fire—someone in town knows what they’ve discovered and will do anything to make sure the secrets stay buried.

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Shadow Dance

Shadow Dance A Novel by Julie Garwood

Jordan Buchanan is thrilled that her brother and best friend are tying the knot. The wedding is a lavish affair–for the marriage of Dylan Buchanan and Kate MacKenna is no ordinary occasion. It represents the joining of two family dynasties. The ceremony and reception proceed without a hitch–until a crasher appears claiming to be a MacKenna guest. The disheveled and eccentric professor of medieval history warns that there’s “bad blood” between the couple’s clans, stemming from an ancient feud that originated in Scotland, and involving the Buchanan theft of a coveted MacKenna treasure. Jordan has always led a cautious life and has used her intelligence and reason to become a successful businesswoman. So she is intrigued but skeptical of the professor’s claims that the feud has been kept alive by the grave injustices the Buchanans have perpetrated over the centuries. But when Noah Clayborne, a close family friend and a man who has never let a good time or a pretty girl pass him by, accuses Jordan of being trapped in her comfort zone, she determines to prove him wrong and sets out on a spontaneous adventure to the small, dusty town of Serenity, Texas, to judge the professor’s research for herself. Maneuvering through a close-knit community in which everyone knows everyone else’s business, Jordan never anticipates the danger and intrigue that lie in her path, nor the threat that will shadow her back to Boston, where even in familiar surroundings, her life is at risk. A powerful thug who rules by fear, a man who harbors a simmering secret, and an unexpected romance that pierces all defenses–beloved author Julie Garwood weaves these dazzling elements into a brilliant novel of romantic suspense. Shadow Dance is a searing tango of passion and peril.

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Falling For The Ice Queen

Falling For The Ice Queen by Cynthia Eden

He’s more than a little rough around the edges… Memphis Camden isn’t a nice guy. He’s big, dangerous, and has an extremely low tolerance for BS. A former bounty hunter, Memphis now has a deadly new target…a serial killer.  Memphis has been tracking the guy for months, and he may just have found the way to drag the monster into the light. In order to accomplish his mission, he’s going to need help from an unlikely ally… She’s elegant, poised, and a beautiful society queen.  Eliza Robinson doesn’t talk about her past.  She tried going to the cops—long ago—but they never caught the man responsible for her abduction, and her powerful family made sure to bury every detail about that night. Now, she spends her days dodging the stiff guards her family keeps sending her way. Until someone very unusual steps into her path.   He’s not like the others.  He’s fierce, ruggedly sexy, and more than a little uncivilized…  At first, Eliza thinks that Memphis is a new bodyguard. The attraction she feels for him is white-hot, stunning in its intensity, and it completely disrupts her carefully ordered life. But Memphis isn’t suddenly close to her because he’s on her parents’ payroll.  Memphis belongs to a group of cold case solvers called the Ice Breakers, and for his latest mission? He’s hunting the man who once turned Eliza’s world into a nightmare. Memphis wants her help because she is the only one who ever escaped from the monster.  What Memphis doesn’t know…is that the monster has been stalking Eliza ever since she fled from him… They are complete opposites. The only rules that Memphis follows are the ones that he makes. He hits life full-force, with no apologies. Eliza is reserved, careful in all that she does, and always on her guard.  They shouldn’t want each other so badly, but they do. Their attraction won’t be denied, and their sudden, forced proximity just throws them closer to the edge of desire.  Eliza is determined to help Memphis, and she’ll take any risk to end the nightmare that has haunted her.  But with every moment that passes, the danger deepens around her, and soon Memphis realizes that closing the latest case isn’t his top priority. Protecting Eliza, making sure that she’s safe— that is his only goal. Because the refined and cautious Eliza may have just stolen his heart… Author’s Note :  Memphis never loses his prey. He’s alpha to his core, fierce and dedicated, and when he falls…oh, but he will fall hard. His latest cold case has taken him into Eliza’s high society world. The fierce attraction he feels for Eliza catches him off-guard, and all too soon, he can’t imagine his life without her in it. But, someone else has eyes on Eliza, too. Someone who has been watching her for a very long time.  A cold case is about to ignite, and if they aren’t careful, Memphis and Eliza might just get caught in the blaze.

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