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Don't miss this race-against-the-clock story of suspense and intrigue from a USA Today bestselling author. One obscure Babylonian artifact in the hands of terrorists could bring down an entire city… When antiquities professor Bryan Wright is tasked with discovering why a band of terrorists might target a museum in Munich, he teams up with the museum’s attractive exhibit designer to study their ancient artifacts. Something in this collection holds special value to the terrorists, and Bryan must figure out which item and why—before enemies get their hands on it. An American living in ...

What could unite a disgruntled DA and the pretty teacher, responsible for his hung jury? Perhaps his little boy in need of love… One of her first graders sparks her concern. Beginning teacher, Patience knows first hand what getting a reputation for trouble-making may do to a child’s future. She sets out to prevent this. But a stint of jury duty takes her out of the classroom, away from Jackson, and into conflict with Jackson’s dad, by-the-book DA Gil Montgomery. He knows more about his small town and the law than she does. When her lone “not guilty” vote results in a hung jury, it...

A heroine with a secret, a heart-frozen hero and a puzzling missing person case… Claire is the guest of honor at her best friend Melissa’s neighborhood party to celebrate Claire’s passing the bar exam. Everyone waits for Melissa’s tardy husband to join the festivity. What’s keeping him? On his drive home, Ryker finds an abandoned truck on the side of the road. A senior detective, Ryker is given the lead on the investigation. After the vehicle’s owner is identified, in the early hours of the morning, Ryker brings the bad news. Comforting her hysterical friend, Claire faces the ...

He’s brash, unpredictable, and seriously over-confident. She’s brilliant, thorough, and way too interested in following the rules. Former SEAL and NCIS investigator Dale Bonham and FBI agent Tamra Bosch have a long history of butting heads, but when a killer from their past resurfaces, they’ll have to figure out how to play nice…or die. It’ll take everything these two hard-headed investigators have to give—and the resources of Dale’s teammates at Knight Tactical Protection—to dig through the taunts and clues. The killer has made it clear, this time, it’s personal. Welcome ...

Flower Thief Stabbed to Death When garden wars stir up trouble in Pelican Cove, no one expects it to lead to Murder! The victim’s grieving wife begs cafe owner turned amateur sleuth Jenny King to uncover the truth, impelling her to navigate small-town secrets, nosy neighbors, and a puzzling trail of clues to figure out whodunnit. With suspects at every turn and no solid proof, Jenny must race against time to catch the killer—before they strike again. Meanwhile, her plans to renovate the Boardwalk Café spark unexpected tensions among her group of quirky friends, the Magnolias. Can Jenny...

She lives life by her own rules. Trust no one is first on the list. He's sworn to protect her, but the secrets she's holding back will get them both killed. Being a middle son in the hard-driving MacKenzie family, Harbor patrol officer Teo MacKenzie knows how to tow the line and stay out of trouble. He works hard, plays hard, and prays hard. But the day he finds an unconscious woman adrift on an outgoing tide, all the rules he's lived by evaporate, because if he's going to keep Dr. Kendall Rodriguez alive, he'll need to rewrite every single one of them. After a hardscrabble childhood in ...

They'll risk their lives to protect a woman in danger. But given a second chance at love, will they risk their wounded hearts? Book 1: Brett, Her Bodyguard A brother missing, two children in jeopardy… Security specialist Brett Jarvis and nanny Ashley Lamott have nothing in common—apart from both loving his twin niece and nephew. When his brother disappears, the children and their nanny are threatened. He’ll do whatever it takes to protect them and find his brother. But forced on the run together, attraction flares. The bodyguard will keep those he loves safe, but how safe is his heart...

Fleeing his old life gave him hope. Will his deadly secrets kill their only chance at love? Detective Will Natchez isn't who he seems. On the run from a ruthless gang of dirty cops, he's hiding in plain sight. Getting hired by the tiny MacKenzie Cove PD was his first stroke of luck since escaping witness protection. The second? Meeting gorgeous psychologist Viv MacKenzie. Or maybe that was a sign of doom. Because his whole existence is a lie, and the bill's coming due. Payment: his life. Welcome to MacKenzie Cove, a small beach town full of big secrets...and deadly lies. Join the tight-knit...

Follow the lives and loves of the Whitlochs of Crystal Creek! Guarding Her Heart - Book 1 When a serial killer stalks Victoria, only Garrett can solve the mystery - Garrett, the man who broke her heart ten years ago. Crystal Creek Christmas - Book 2 During a blinding snowstorm, Jake finds an unconscious woman trapped in a snowdrift - a woman he can't forget, a woman wearing a wedding ring. A Ring Around Her Heart - Book 3 Giselle inherited the ring from her great grandmother. What deadly secret is Niccolo hiding that forces him to claim the ring? If you like sweet sizzling romance with ...

Could you steal a priceless work of art to save your father's life? Adriana Villa is a master thief who specializes in recovering stolen art from World War II. When her father is abducted, Adriana is thrown into a deadly race against time to locate and steal three of the most valuable paintings of all time. If she succeeds, her father’s life will be spared. But if she fails.... Follow Adriana on her impossible mission as she unravels the clues, chases down leads, and fights off a slew of henchmen in this white-knuckle thrill ride! But another thief lurks in the shadows and Adriana must ...

Joya Hernandez, newly graduated from nursing school, takes a part-time job in the town’s fitness center. She had planned to become a nurse at the local hospital but then the facility closed, shutting the door on her original plans and forcing her to find a job where she can. But she likes working at the fitness center; she gets along with the members and she cares about the people. She’s from the wrong side of the tracks, the daughter of a single mother who owns a bar in a down-at-heel part of town. Life hasn’t been easy for them, but thanks to her mother’s determination and resolve...

A wounded hero, an orphaned baby and a heroine with a secret. He lost his only sister and then her child. After his sister’s death in an auto accident, Cash Langley expects to raise his niece. But when her will is read, he gets a painful jolt. Instead, Dena left the baby in her best friend’s custody, not him. How could she betray him like that? When she learns this, she is shocked too. Jane Everett grew up next door to the Langleys. When Dena was a child and Cash, a teen, their mother abandoned the family. Afterward Dena spent more and more time with the next door neighbors. They come ...

When danger strikes, love and family become the ultimate refuge. Ben Taylor, a 25-year-old widower with four children, is already struggling to balance college, a new job, and fatherhood when he gets caught up in a network of fraud and deception at his workplace. Forced to go undercover to expose the criminals and clear his name, Ben turns to Teresa Cooper, the capable nanny who keeps his world in order, to take his children to the one place where they will be completely safe. Jonah Campbell, a retired soldier-turned-artist living in the remote wilderness of the Upper Peninsula, never ...

He’s a master of disguise. She’s not who she seems. Seely Acosta’s new teammates at Knight Tactical Protection know him as a former Marine Raider, but that’s only half the story. Mired deep in a tangled web of multi-national espionage he can never discuss, his last deployment cost too much, leaving him broken in mind and spirit. Retreat seemed the best option, until the men at Knight Tactical persuade him to rejoin the land of the living. And now he’s spotted an intruder trying to infiltrate their operation. Angie, the vivacious FBI analyst they want to hire, isn’t who she ...

Some secrets refuse to stay buried... Anna Stanten thought she'd left her past behind when she fled to Texas after her mother's death. But a haunting phone call shatters her new life, luring her back to Idaho with promises of long-buried truths. As she delves into a labyrinth of family secrets, Anna finds herself face-to-face with Wyatt Stone, the first love she'd all but forgotten. Can she trust him with her heart as she unravels the web of lies surrounding her family? Confronted by the enigmatic figure of her great-uncle Atticus and pursued by an unseen threat, Anna must summon the ...

Four Sweet Mail-Order Bride Historical Western Romance Stories Filled with Mystery and Suspense! Etta's Secret A mail-order bride’s journey takes an unexpected turn that leads to mystery, deep secrets, and love! Jessie's Regret Jessie didn’t expect to be involved in blackmail and a small-town murder mystery. As chaos surrounds her, can Jessie find her one true love? Ruth's Revelation Ruth has always had to give up on her dreams, but not anymore! She is finally willing to fight for what she wants. Amber's Promise When a young lady named Amber Rutledge turns up holding a marriage contract...

Part seven in a Christian Regency suspense series with slow-burn romance and a supernatural twist Miss Lena Penrose is no ordinary paid companion. Behind her composed exterior, she is one of England’s most trusted spies. Assigned to the quiet village of Wittenden, Lena, her charge Miss Melinda Neybridge, and two members of Sol Drydale’s team must uncover the identity of a hidden enemy among the local gentry—one who could bring down England’s defenses. However, they have not one suspect—but three. Lena’s task becomes even more complicated when she’s reunited with Barron Vipond,...

BRAND NEW COVERS, same great series! He never needed anyone…until he met her. When an Amish youth is killed in a suspicious hunting accident, Deputy Caitlin Flagler suspects his death is tied to the “Doomsday Preppers” group that has settled in Hunters Ridge. In digging for the answers, she meets Austin Young, a newcomer who seems to have more secrets than the elusive head of the sprawling compound. Caitlin’s relentless pursuit of the truth puts her in the crosshairs of a violent extremist. Austin must find a way to protect her and preserve his cover. When romantic sparks fly, ...

A security operative navigating his first job. A charitable angel accused of murder. Can Brex discover the truth about the jade stones or will he be the next victim? Brexten Cabella, a suave but insecure detective trying hard to prove himself, has been hired for his first big job as a security op for the elite Aiden Porter. The case is intriguing--get close to seemingly innocent Clara Gem and prove that she is responsible for the "accidental" death of her three boyfriends with no clues other than a mysterious jade stone at the site of each fatality. Despite Brexten's impressive resume, he's...

She's there undercover . . . And he knows it. When a high-profile murder case ends up on Detective Elizabeth Shea’s desk, she thinks she’ll finally be able to prove herself to her superiors; that is until she’s assigned a babysitting detail in a regency themed resort called Bristol Park instead. Despite being frustrated with her boss, her empire-waist dress, her lack of regency knowledge, and being unarmed, she’s determined to do her best. Things are going well until one of the actors begins to pester her, she starts to fall for another, and she discovers the woman in her care ...