Best Selling Books by Barbara Freethy

"CLOSER TO YOU has my favorite combination, an enchanting romance and a tantalizing mystery. And my most important requirement, characters that I care about." Valerie Renowned scientist Ian Callaway believes in numbers, logic and reason. His life is an equation that always adds up, until his mentor asks him to do him a small favor. This favor sends him out of his lab and smack into Grace O''Malley, a free-spirited, beautiful elementary school teacher, who believes in love and miracles. He was only supposed to deliver a package from Grace''s estranged father, but a sudden snowstorm, a gathering of world leaders, and unexpected danger changes everything. Ian doesn''t know if he wants love, but he could sure use a miracle. If he can find a way to believe in Grace and the impossible, he might just get both. From #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy comes CLOSER TO YOU, a suspenseful, heartwarming and page-turning novel. Fans of Catherine Bybee, Jennifer Probst, Jill Shalvis, Robyn Carr, and Susan Mallery will enjoy this book. The Callaway Family series offers romance, mystery and family drama in each standalone novel, and the books include some of your favorite storylines: alpha heroes, firefighter romance, girl next door, love at first sight, enemies to lovers, opposites attract, grumpy sunshine, meet cute, instalove, and second chance at love. Each book stands on its own. No cliffhangers! PRAISE FOR BARBARA FREETHY NOVELS: "I love The Callaways! Heartwarming romance, intriguing suspense and sexy alpha heroes. What more could you want?" NYT Bestselling Author Bella Andre "Gifted author Barbara Freethy creates an irresistible tale of family secrets, riveting adventure and heart-touching romance." -- NYT Bestselling Author Susan Wiggs on Summer Secrets "This book has it all: heart, community, and characters who will remain with you long after the book has ended. A wonderful story." -- NYT Bestselling Author Debbie Macomber on Suddenly One Summer "Golden Lies is an absolute treasure, a fabulous, page-turning combination of romance and intrigue. Fans of Nora Roberts and Elizabeth Lowell will love Golden Lies." Kristin Hannah "The Callaway stories always seem to find a way to touch your heart and your emotions. I really enjoyed Ian & Grace & their story. I would recommend this story, like all of Barbara Freethy''s, to anyone who likes their romance with a little mystery included." Pam on CLOER TO YOU "CLOSER TO YOU really kept me reading and included just the right amount of romance and intrigue. Barbara Freethy does not fail to keep my interest!" Deb Also Available: The Callaways On A Night Like This #1 So This Is Love #2 Falling For a Stranger #3 Between Now and Forever #4 Nobody But You #5 (Novella) All A Heart Needs #6 That Summer Night #7 When Shadows Fall #8 Somewhere Only We Know #9 The Callaway Cousins If I Didn''t Know Better #1 Tender Is The Night #2 Take Me Home #3 (Novella) Closer To You #4 Once You''re Mine #5 Can''t Let Go #6 Secrets We Keep #7

"SOMEWHERE ONLY WE KNOW was a thrill-seeker for me—full of mystery, drama, and love. Like most Callaway novels, Barbara keeps you reading until the end. 5 STARS!" Ashley Firefighter Burke Callaway has been living in the shadows since the tragic death of his fiancée. He had no interest in coming out of the dark, until the beautiful and unpredictable Maddie came back to town. Maddie Heller is the ultimate free spirit, her love of life and cooking taking her all over the globe, and only a few people know that her easy smile covers a personal tragedy. With a new job offer in San Francisco, Maddie thinks it might be time to stay in one place, especially when she runs into Burke again. Burke was the handsome, sexy hero of her youth who could do no wrong. Maddie was the pretty, fun-loving girl of his youth who loved to break the rules. They were opposites in every way, but there was always a connection. It was just never the right time or the right place—until maybe now. But their budding love story suddenly takes a dangerous turn, and a series of escalating incidents makes them realize that falling in love might not just be terrifying but also deadly. Don''t miss this emotional, drama-filled novel of firefighters, secrets, and second chances from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy! The Callaways Family series offers romance, mystery and family drama in each standalone novel, and the books include some of your favorite storylines: alpha heroes, firefighter romance, girl next door, love at first sight, enemies to lovers, opposites attract, grumpy sunshine, meet cute, instalove, and second chance at love. Each book stands on its own. No cliffhangers! What the readers are saying… "Opposites attract in SOMEWHERE ONLY WE KNOW! Compelling story, believable characters, enjoyable dialogue and easy to follow story line." Bookzilla "Loved the characters, the suspense, and the emotions coming through the pages. Five stars for Burke and Maddy." Jennifer - Goodreads "The perfect blend blend of romance, a bit of mystery with suspense and of course the rest of the Callaway clan makes for a great read in SOMEWHERE ONLY WE KNOW. This is part of a series but can be read as a standalone." Shari - Goodreads "This is by far the best Callaway book yet. Burke is amazing. And Maddie is a hysterically funny free spirit that you can''t help but fall in love with. From start to finish it held my interest." Yvonne - Goodreads Also Available: The Callaways On A Night Like This #1 So This Is Love #2 Falling For a Stranger #3 Between Now and Forever #4 Nobody But You #5 – (Novella) All A Heart Needs #6 That Summer Night #7 When Shadows Fall #8 Somewhere Only We Know #9 The Callaway Cousins If I Didn''t Know Better #1 Tender Is The Night #2 Take Me Home #3 (Novella) Closer To You #4 Once You''re Mine #5 Can''t Let Go #6 Secrets We Keep #7

"Barbara Freethy knows how to tell a fantastic story and FALLING FOR A STRANGER is no exception. If you''re looking for a great feel good read with a bit of action and mystery, this book is for you!" Lesley Ria is as sexy and sultry as a warm tropical night and as beautifully dangerous as the island drinks she serves at the beachside bar on Isla de los Suenos -- The Island of Dreams. But Ria is not as carefree as she appears, and the pretense is wearing her down. One night she risks everything to escape from reality. Drew Callaway is a former Navy pilot and rescue operative looking for his own escape from a life that has seen too much tragedy. Meeting Ria is like embracing the sun, and their single night together is life-changing. But the dream quickly fades when Ria is killed in a tragic accident at sea. Months later, thousands of miles away from where they first met, Drew sees a woman who looks just like Ria. She claims her name is Tory, and that they''ve never met before, but he can see that she''s in trouble, and he can''t walk away. He''s going to save her whether she wants it or not. Drew isn''t afraid of a little danger, but can he risk losing his heart to a beautiful stranger? Love at first sight, dangerous secrets, and family drama combine in this thrilling and romantic novel from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy. For fans of Susan Mallery, Kathryn Shay, Nora Roberts, and Brenda Novak Note: The Callaways Family series offers romance, mystery and family drama in each standalone novel, and the books include some of your favorite storylines: alpha heroes, firefighter romance, girl next door, love at first sight, enemies to lovers, opposites attract, grumpy sunshine, meet cute, instalove, and second chance at love. Start reading now! What the readers are saying… "I love The Callaways! Heartwarming romance, intriguing suspense and sexy alpha heroes. What more could you want?" — NYT Bestselling Author Bella Andre "I love the Callaways and FALLING FOR A STRANGER just makes me love their family even more." --All Night Books "I love the mystery and the love of family that is shown through this series. I just can''t get enough of the Callaways." Julie on FALLING FOR A STRANGER "FALLING FOR A STRANGER is such a great read! I''ve read it three times couldn''t put it down." Laura "I absolutely love going back to the Callaways family, so tight knit and lots of love, laughter and in between. I loved reading about Drew and Ria in FALLING FOR A STRANGER. It was great to see all the obstacles and then some that they went through. I can''t wait to continue on with this series. 5 Stars!" Marisela "Drew and Ria are the ultimate star-crossed lovers in FALLING FOR A STRANGER. With secrets around every corner this is a book that has to be read to be believed. Favorite of the Callaway series!" Isha "I adore The Callaways, a family we''d all love to have. Each new book is a deft combination of emotion, suspense and family dynamics. A remarkable, compelling series!" — USA Today Bestselling Author Barbara O''Neal Also Available: The Callaways On A Night Like This #1 So This Is Love #2 Falling For a Stranger #3 Between Now and Forever #4 Nobody But You #5 – (Novella) All A Heart Needs #6 That Summer Night #7 When Shadows Fall #8 Somewhere Only We Know #9 The Callaway Cousins If I Didn''t Know Better #1 Tender Is The Night #2 Take Me Home #3 (Novella) Closer To You #4 Once You''re Mine #5 Can''t Let Go #6 Secrets We Keep #7

"ONCE YOU''RE MINE is a perfect blend of intrigue, suspense, action and smoldering romance and author Barbara Freethy has outdone herself once again!" RJ Firefighter Dylan Callaway is no coward when it comes to running into burning buildings but running into love with a beautiful and seriously annoying brunette is another story. Dylan first met Tori Hayden in high school when she was the irritating little sister of one of his best friends. Ten years later, Tori is a determined news reporter, who believes Dylan holds the key to solving a mysterious fire that may be part of a cover-up for murder. Tori would have rather worked with anyone other than the ruggedly sexy Dylan, who had been the star of many of her teenaged fantasies, but she needs help to get to the truth and to get justice for someone she loved. Sparks fly as Dylan and Tori put out one fire only to start another one—one that might consume them both. Fans of Nora Roberts, Robyn Carr, Kathryn Shay, and Susan Stoker will enjoy this page-turning, poignant and thrilling romantic suspense novel about love, courage and risking it all from #1 New York Times Bestselling author Barbara Freethy The Callaway Family series offers romance, mystery and family drama in each standalone novel, and the books include some of your favorite storylines: alpha heroes, firefighter romance, girl next door, love at first sight, enemies to lovers, opposites attract, grumpy sunshine, meet cute, instalove, and second chance at love. Each book stands on its own. No cliffhangers! PRAISE FOR BARBARA FREETHY NOVELS "ONCE YOU''RE MINE is intriguing and very action packed. It deals with deception, intrigue, arson, murder, big business, and love, of course. It is well-written and definitely keeps you on your toes and into the book." Pam "I have LOVED the Callaway’s since I read the first book…and I love the Callaway cousins just as much. This whole extended family is a loving, caring, let’s pull together family. If everyone was this way, the world would work much more smoothly! I love romance and suspense and this story has more than a little of both! ONCE YOU''RE MINE is a great story and a must read in my opinion." Perrin "Tori and Dylan’s story in ONCE YOU''RE MINE drew me in from the very beginning. It started off with a bang making it hard to put the book down. The plot was fast paced and kept me guessing. I couldn’t quite believe how it turned out in the end which I loved. 5 Stars!" Alicia "I love The Callaways! Heartwarming romance, intriguing suspense and sexy alpha heroes. What more could you want?" NYT Bestselling Author Bella Andre "A fabulous, page-turning combination of romance and intrigue. Fans of Nora Roberts and Elizabeth Lowell will love Golden Lies.” Kristin Hannah on Golden Lies "Gifted author Barbara Freethy creates an irresistible tale of family secrets, riveting adventure and heart- touching romance." NYT Bestselling Author Susan Wiggs on Summer Secrets "This book has it all: heart, community, and characters who will remain with you long after the book has ended. A wonderful story." NYT Bestselling Author Debbie Macomber on Suddenly One Summer ALSO AVAILABLE: The Callaways On A Night Like This #1 So This Is Love #2 Falling For a Stranger #3 Between Now and Forever #4 Nobody But You #5 – (Novella) All A Heart Needs #6 That Summer Night #7 When Shadows Fall #8 Somewhere Only We Know #9 The Callaway Cousins If I Didn''t Know Better #1 Tender Is The Night #2 Take Me Home #3 (Novella) Closer To You #4 Once You''re Mine #5 Can''t Let Go #6 Secrets We Keep #7

"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 He’s sworn to uphold the law. She’s willing to break every rule to expose the truth. But what they uncover could destroy everything—including each other. When a whistleblower is murdered just moments before a secret meeting, Haley Kenton is caught on surveillance near the scene—making her the FBI’s top suspect in a case that’s far more dangerous than it appears. FBI Special Agent Matt Lawson doesn’t know what to make of the journalist. Haley is secretive and clearly hiding something. But as their paths keep colliding and bodies start to fall, Matt realizes she may be the only one who knows where the truth is buried. Drawn together by escalating danger and undeniable chemistry, Haley and Matt are forced into an uneasy alliance. But trust comes hard when every secret could be lethal—and someone will do anything to keep the past from coming to light. Romantic suspense at its most powerful—shocking secrets, a relentless pace, and unforgettable emotion from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy. Note: Every book in the Off The Grid: FBI Series stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! No graphic violence or sex scenes, but plenty of slow-burn romance, high-stakes drama, and intense emotion. The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today! What the readers are saying about the FBI Series … "Barbara Freethy’s Romantic Suspense books are explosively good!" –New York Times bestselling author Toni Anderson "This is my favorite FBI series! 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

Three women, three birthdays and one unforgettable night that will change their lives forever. One night in San Francisco, three women make a birthday wish believing it can''t possibly come true. Liz is turning thirty. A successful nurse, she has a good career, but no man to share her life. All her friends are married, and she''s alone, still trying to outrun a tragedy from her past. Then she meets a handsome stranger. Carole, a corporate wife, is staring down forty candles. Having grown up poor, she worked hard to get ahead, but when her kids bail on her birthday, and she discovers her husband with another woman, she realizes that she may have nothing at all. She goes back to where it all began, the mother she left behind, and the man whose heart she once broke.

Three New York Times Bestselling standalone novels in one special box set: Summer Secrets, Golden Lies and Don''t Say A Word! Summer Secrets Eight years ago, the three McKenna sisters—Kate, Ashley, and Caroline—had their fifteen minutes of fame. Driven by their ambitious father, they won an around-the-world sailing race as teenagers. But something happened out on the turbulent sea during a fierce storm they could never forget ... Now Tyler Jamison has come to Castleton, a picturesque island off the coast of Washington State, asking questions about the famous McKennas. But even as the sisters close ranks against the tenacious reporter, the past threatens to drown them in its wake. It will take Caroline''s willingness to right a wrong, Ashley''s struggle to face her greatest fears, and Kate''s attempt to embrace life—and love—again to finally calm the winds and stop the rain. "Graced with sympathetic, well-defined characters and an intriguing multi-threaded plot, this is an emotionally involving story ... sure to please Freethy''s growing fan base, and like Kristin Hannah''s novels, neatly bridges the gap between romance and traditional women''s fiction." Library Journal "Freethy skillfully keeps the reader on the hook, and her tantalizing and believable tale has it all—romance, adventure and mystery." Booklist (Starred Review) on Summer Secrets Golden Lies Every family has secrets -- some too intriguing to resist ... some too dangerous to ignore... A novel about three remarkable families—the fifty-year-old promise that once bound them together, the fiery betrayal that tore them apart, and the ancient bronze dragon that could destroy their future. Riley McAllister, Paige Hathaway, and Alyssa Chen come from very different worlds. Tough guy Riley has overcome the hard knocks of a working-class upbringing. Paige struggles to define her place as the heir to a famous antiques emporium. And Alyssa feels trapped by the restrictions of her family''s old world attitudes. Now this unlikely trio of strangers must come together to follow an elusive trail through the streets of San Francisco—from glittering Pacific Heights to colorful Chinatown to trendy south of Market. Each will have to make the impossible choice between romantic love and family loyalty, between sheltering lies and revealing truth. Once the door to the past is opened, there''s no turning back... "Golden Lies is an absolute treasure, a fabulous, page-turning combination of romance and intrigue. Fans of Nora Roberts and Elizabeth Lowell will love Golden Lies." New York Times Bestselling Author Kristin Hannah "Freethy''s smooth prose, spirited storytelling and engaging characters, are sure to send readers on a treasure hunt for the author''s backlist books." Publishers Weekly Don''t Say A Word Everything she''s been told about her past is a lie... Julie De Marco is planning a perfect San Francisco wedding when she comes face-to-face with a famous photograph, the startling image of a little girl behind the iron gate of a foreign orphanage—a girl who looks exactly like her. But Julia isn''t an orphan. She isn''t adopted. And she''s never been out of the country. She knows who she is—or does she? Haunted by uncertainty, Julia sets off on a dangerous search for her true identity—her only clues a swan necklace and an old Russian doll, her only ally daring, sexy photographer Alex Manning. Suddenly nothing is as it seems. The people Julia loved and trusted become suspicious strangers. The relationships she believed in—with her mother, her sister, and her fiancé—are shaken by new revelations. The only person she can trust is Alex, but he has secrets of his own. Each step brings her closer to a mysterious past that began a world away—a past that still has the power to threaten her life ... and change her future forever. "Powerful and absorbing ... Sheer hold-your-breath suspense." – NYT Bestselling Author Karen Robards "An absorbing story of two people determined to unravel the secrets, betrayals, and questions about their past. The story builds to an explosive conclusion that will leave readers eagerly awaiting Barbara Freethy''s next book."—NYT Bestselling Author Carla Neggars Don''t miss the other box sets in the Summer Reads Series: Summer Reads Box Set, Books 1-3, Volume 1 Summer Reads Box Set, Books 4-6, Volume 2 Summer Reads Box Set, Books 7-9, Volume 3 Summer Reads Box Set, Books 10-13, Volume 4

Customers who enjoy books by Robyn Carr, Debbie Macomber and Susan Wiggs will enjoy this contemporary romance set in the lush horse country of Kentucky filled with small town charm, romance, love, family and friends from #1 NY Times bestselling author Barbara Freethy. Katherine Whitfield hadn''t left her seamless life in California to get mixed-up with a rough around the edges man like Zach Tyler. With his well-worn jeans and slow, seductive smile, he was nothing but a cowboy on the wrong side of the Mississippi - a diversion in her heartfelt quest to discover the father she never knew. Zach has a gentle hand with horses and a seductive touch with women ... and when he takes Katherine in his arms, he unleashes the passion simmering just below her cool exterior. Yes, her probing questions and tantalizing ways could cause nothing but trouble - but sometimes a man needs a little trouble ....

"I cannot wait for more of this series, I want everybody’s backstory and everybody’s happy ever after. And if there’s an empty apartment at Ocean Shores, it’s mine!! " Robin - Goodreads She traded courtrooms for camera clicks. He traded affection for acquisition. When sparks fly, will they burn down each other''s plans—or light up something real? Lexie Price ditched her high-stress law career to chase the next great photo—and help her aunt run the most delightfully chaotic beachside apartment complex in Ocean Shores. Enter Grayson Holt: Harvard MBA, all-business, zero-fun, and laser-focused on selling the building for a massive profit. Lexie’s not about to let that happen—not on her watch. Before any deal can close, Grayson''s sentimental father throws down one unexpected condition: Live at Ocean Shores for a full month. Suddenly, Grayson is knee-deep in friendly neighbors, sandy chaos... and one infuriating and irresistible photographer. Between Lexie''s camera, her stubborn streak, and that pink bikini, Grayson’s carefully structured world starts to unravel. She’s not what he came for. But she might be everything he needs. And if his heart gets involved? Well, he''s going to have to blame it on the bikini. Don''t miss the next book in the sweet, fun, heartwarming contemporary romance series: OCEAN SHORES by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Barbara Freethy. In the sun-soaked paradise of Oceanside, California where the ocean pounds the shore, surfers ride the early morning waves, and the local military base sends roaring jets into the sky, sits a large apartment building filled with interesting and quirky tenants, possible love connections, and more than a few secrets! Once you come to visit, you''ll never want to leave! Popular tropes in this series include: grumpy sunshine, workplace rivals, opposites attract, wounded hero, makeshift parenthood, forced proximity, redemption, humor and heartwarming romance. PRAISE FOR THE OCEAN SHORES SERIES: "Sweet and salty leaves a delicious aftertaste on the heart. Summer Loving is a feast of the senses that has addiction written all over it. Freethy gives a glimpse into her lighter side with irresistible characters, unpredictable emotions and unforgettable romance." Isha on Summer Loving - Goodreads "This book was filled with romance, beautiful scenery and delicious food. I loved revisiting all the characters and atmosphere of Ocean Shores again, and I can’t wait for the next book in this series! 5 Stars!" Kate on Summer Loving – Goodreads "The story grabbed me immediately and made me fall in love with it. The characters were well-developed and multi-faceted, not only the two main characters but all the minor ones as well. The location is a place I would want to visit, and the Ocean Shores community is where I would like to live. I am excited to read the next one as soon as it’s ready." Bonnie – Goodreads on Hopelessly Romantic

"Critical Doubt is as intense as it is haunting. Freethy proves she has staying power with a mind bending, heart-stopping, captivating tale." Isha - Bookbub They met in a war-torn city on the other side of the world and shared an anonymous night of passion. They didn''t intend to meet again. Nor did they think they''d be reunited by sinister secrets... Five years later, FBI Agent Savannah Kane is headed to a small town in Georgia for the funeral of her best friend''s husband. Going home is fraught with complications, but Savannah never imagined one of those would be Ryker Stone, the stranger she''d shared an unforgettable night with. Haunted by an ambush that took the lives of two men in his unit, Ryker now copes by living a solitary civilian life. Attending the funeral of yet another soldier, this one lost to a senseless accident, he is shocked to run into the beautiful stranger he has never forgotten. When another man in Ryker''s former unit dies under suspicious circumstances, it''s clear that someone is targeting his team. He''s determined to get the truth; Savannah is just as determined to get answers for her friend. Neither wants to work with the other, and as they struggle with trust and attraction, the truth grows murkier...and more dangerous. Will finding answers reveal secrets neither one of them is ready to know? An ex-soldier, an FBI agent, and a complicated web of secrets and betrayal from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy! For fans of Catherine Coulter, Melinda Leigh, Kendra Elliott, Mary Burton and Toni Anderson! Note: THE FBI SERIES takes readers on thrilling, romantic, and suspenseful adventures! Every story stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today! Also Available in the Off The Grid: FBI Series Perilous Trust #1 Reckless Whisper #2 Desperate Play #3 Elusive Promise #4 Dangerous Choice #5 Ruthless Cross #6 Critical Doubt #7 Fearless Pursuit #8 Daring Deception #9 Risky Bargain #10 Perfect Target #11 Fatal Betrayal #12 What the readers are saying about CRITICAL DOUBT "My gosh...what an exhilarating ride CRITICAL DOUBT was... I can’t think of a better way to spend a Saturday night than losing myself in one of Barbara Freethy’s books. I love the Off The Grid series but I honestly think this one is my favorite. What makes Barbara''s books so brilliant is her character development and skill with words. I have no doubt her next book will be awesome, too!" Booklovers Anonymous "CRITICAL DOUBT is an adrenaline rush from the first page until the last. Barbara Freethy knows how to hook her readers to keep their attention with a cleverly plotted story full of false leads, questions, lots of action, and, yes, romance. This is a wonderful addition to Ms. Freethy’s FBI series." Jane – Goodreads Reviewer "Amazing book! I truly enjoyed this engaging & moving suspense thriller. Great characters with some intense & incredible scenes. It will hook you from the very beginning wanting to know what happens next. A MUST READ!!" Doni – Goodreads Reviewer "Intense, filled with quick action, suspense, questions, emotion, searching for answers, and romance. Romantic suspense at its best! Barbara Freethy has a talent for pulling her reader into the intensity of the story, with all its twists and turns. Gripping and compelling, I had a hard time putting it down!" Kristen - Goodreads "This is my favorite so far in this series. I say that a lot after reading a Barbara Freethy book...it''s the mark of a good writer that each book is better than the last, but I really, really loved this book! Full of surprises and a twist at the end." Trude - Goodreads "If you like exciting, edge of your seat books with suspense and romance then you will love this book. This book keeps you guessing throughout the story. There are so many twists, turns and shocks in this book." Becky - Goodreads

Fall in love with the Callaways in these three full-length heartwarming, page-turning, irresistible romances. This special box set brings the love and the mystery as well as a lot of family drama. THAT SUMMER NIGHT "I love the Callaways! Heartwarming romance, intriguing suspense and sexy alpha heroes. What more could you want?" – NYT Bestselling Author Bella Andre Reid Becker was the best of the best, an elite soldier whose career ended abruptly in a mission gone awry. Derailed after a decade of intense focus, Reid is spending far too much time in his best friend''s bar. Then Shayla Callaway walks into his life with a desperate plea for help. How can he resist a beautiful blonde? The last thing Shayla Callaway was looking for was trouble. After years of medical school, she is months away from finishing her residency when a stint with a research team lands her in the middle of a game of drugs and money, and the only person who can help her is a burned-out ex-soldier with a hot body and a cocky attitude. Reid and Shayla have always put duty and career first. But as the danger heats up, so do the summer nights. Suddenly, it''s not just about saving the world but about saving each other and a love they never expected … WHEN SHADOWS FALL Olivia Bennett is a biographer, a narrator of lives far more interesting than her own. When she volunteers to write down the memories of Eleanor Callaway, an elderly woman suffering from Alzheimer''s, she gets caught up in a compelling story of a great love and a terrible secret. Suddenly, she is no longer a spectator but an investigator, and in her quest for the truth, she not only finds herself at odds with Eleanor''s sexy and very protective grandson Colton Callaway, but she also discovers a more personal connection to Eleanor''s past. Colton is a firefighter, a man used to going after what he wants and getting it. He pushes the limits, takes chances, and is willing to risk everything to save a life, especially if that life belongs to his grandmother. As Olivia and Colton stir up the smoldering embers of the past, they soon come to realize that the greatest danger may not come from those who want to protect their secrets, but from each other. The one thing neither of them has ever been willing to risk is their heart. SOMEWHERE ONLY WE KNOW Firefighter Burke Callaway has been living in the shadows since the tragic death of his fiancée. He had no interest in coming out of the dark, until the beautiful and unpredictable Maddie came back to town. Maddie Heller is the ultimate free spirit, her love of life and cooking taking her all over the globe, and only a few people know that her easy smile covers a personal tragedy. With a new job offer in San Francisco, Maddie thinks it might be time to stay in one place, especially when she runs into Burke again. Burke was the handsome, sexy hero of her youth who could do no wrong. Maddie was the pretty, fun-loving girl of his youth who loved to break the rules. They were opposites in every way, but there was always a connection. It was just never the right time or the right place—until maybe now. But their budding love story suddenly takes a dangerous turn, and a series of escalating incidents makes them realize that falling in love might not just be terrifying but also deadly.

"Barbara Freethy’s Romantic Suspense books are explosively good!" –New York Times bestselling author Toni Anderson. When her father''s plane mysteriously disappeared in the middle of an electrical storm, Alicia Monroe became obsessed with lightning. Now a news photographer in Miami, Alicia covers local stories by day and chases storms at night. In a flash of lightning, she sees what appears to be a murder, but when she gets to the scene, there is no body, only a military tag belonging to Liliana Valdez, a woman who has been missing for two months. While the police use the tag to jump-start their stalled investigation, Alicia sets off on her own to find the missing woman. Her search takes her into the heart of Miami''s Cuban-American community, where she meets the attractive but brooding Michael Cordero, who has his own demons to vanquish. Soon Alicia and Michael are not just trying to save Liliana''s life but also their own, as someone will do anything to protect a dark secret… From #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy comes the first book in a new romantic suspense trilogy: Lightning Strikes. Readers who love Jayne Ann Krentz, Rebecca Zanetti, and Elisabeth Naughton will love this twisty, chilling tale of suspense and romance that also leads to the unraveling of a decades-old family secret and more than one murder. Grab the Complete Lightning Strikes Trilogy: Beautiful Storm (#1) Lightning Lingers (#2) Summer Rain (#3) What the readers are saying... "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 "I loved the twists and turns that really kept me on the edge to the romance. It was a story I could not put down. I am so looking forward to the rest of the series." Cynthia - Goodreads on Beautiful Storm "Freethy sets her latest series amid one of the world''s least understood phenomenon - lightening. With extraordinary finesse she succeeds with a first rate romantic mystery. Old hurts - some real and some imagined, also add to the plot. Read this book, you will not regret it." Emilie - Goodreads on Beautiful Storm "This was a suspenseful, mysterious and romantic book. The characters were strong, well defined and believable. It is also a story of family and forgiveness. I can''t wait for the next in the series." Becky - Goodreads "Beautiful Storm definitely did not disappoint me. There was romance, mystery and intrigue written in Ms. Freethy''s wonderful, down to earth and compellingly realistic style. I am looking forward to reading Book Two." Mary - Goodreads on Beautiful Storm "Freethy has a gift for creating complex characters." Library Journal Don''t Miss The Spin-Off Series: OFF THE GRID: FBI SERIES Perilous Trust (#1) Reckless Whisper (#2) Desperate Play (#3) Elusive Promise (#4) Dangerous Choice (#5) Ruthless Cross (#6) Critical Doubt (#7) Fearless Pursuit (#8) Daring Deception (#9) Risky Bargain (#10) Perfect Target (#11) Fatal Betrayal (#12)

The Callaways are back with more irresistible romance, family drama and intriguing suspense! Included in this special box set are two page-turning full-length novels and a stunning novella. BETWEEN NOW AND FOREVER "Heartbreaking, tender and romantic. This one tugs on the heartstrings." Karen Nicole met Ryan when he was a handsome, cocky teenager with a desire to fly high above the clouds. Ryan encouraged Nicole to dream big and promised her a lifetime of happiness, but several years into their lives together, they were faced with obstacles bigger than either had ever imagined. Their love faltered. They lost their way and considered what had once been unthinkable—the end of their forever. But now fate throws them a curve, an event that forces them back together, that strips their emotions bare and is both terrifying and strangely unifying. For the first time in a long while they have to face each other, and not only talk but also listen, because their lives depend on it—not only their lives, but also the life of their six-year-old son. Secrets and lies frame a perilous journey to the truth that takes Nicole and Ryan to Angel''s Bay, a place where miracles sometimes happen. But in order to get that miracle, Nicole and Ryan must work together and learn how to trust and love each other again. Only then will they be able to save their family and find their way to happily ever after. "I loved, loved, loved this book. This author has a way of weaving a love story around chaos. This book takes readers through ups and downs and just when you think you have figured it out, you’re thrown for a loop. I loved every second of it." Nicole – Goodreads NOBODY BUT YOU The Callaways are having a wedding! While Emma and her bridesmaids are toasting to Emma''s future, Max and his brother, Spencer, make a stop on their way to the wedding and suddenly find themselves in a life or death situation. They go from being worried that they might be late to the ceremony to wondering if they''ll make it at all. Spencer is used to his younger brother being the hero of the family. But now it''s his turn. If he can convince a beautiful stranger with a dark past to put her fears aside and help him, together they can save the day for Emma and Max and perhaps find a future and a love for themselves. "Even though it''s novella, NOBODY BUT YOU is packed full with drama and suspense that you don''t want to pass up." Shari – Goodreads ALL A HEART NEEDS Sean Callaway never thought of himself as a hero, but now he''s forced to face his most disturbing memories, not only to solve the riddle of the tragedy that ripped his life apart, but also to save the woman he loves… The black sheep of the Callaway clan, Sean Callaway is the one sibling who refused to follow in the family tradition of firefighting. Instead, he lives his life in music. On the outside, he''s a free-spirited rock star, but on the inside, Sean is haunted by the death of a childhood friend, a tragedy no one knows he witnessed. He''s kept the secret for twenty years. But nothing stays hidden forever… Jessica Schilling, a young widow, moved to San Francisco to reunite her six-year-old stepson with his long-lost identical twin brother, Brandon. She rents a house just around the corner from the Callaways, and while cleaning out the garage for the previous owner Jessica stumbles upon a very old secret—one that someone might just be willing to kill to keep. "The story twists and turns to keep you reading until the very end. You do not want to put it down. Mystery, heartbreak, family and love all in the Callaway tradition. I recommend this book to everyone who enjoys reading." Charlene - Goodreads

"Just One Kiss is my favorite story in the series so far. Barbara Freethy has once again shown that she is an amazing storyteller. I could not put it down. I loved every page. Just One Kiss is a second chance at first love story and is filled with heartbreaking and heartwarming moments." Patti - Goodreads Hannah Stark takes care of everyone else, from the patients she nurses back to health, to her family, who can never seem to get it together. She''d love to find someone she can trust, someone she can lean on, someone she can love, but that someone will not be Jake McKenna. The ruggedly attractive owner of Adventure Sports might still make her palms sweat, but Jake broke her teenage heart years ago. In the twelve plus years since they were a couple, Jake has given up on forgiveness from Hannah. He''d really like the chance to set the record straight, but that would mean revealing secrets he has sworn to protect. So, they dance around each other, never getting close enough to the lingering sparks to start another fire. A stormy Christmas eve at the lake changes everything. A woman in trouble and a death-defying rescue gives them a chance to start over as they are now—if they can find the courage to trust each other. Will these two enemies turn into lovers, or will they reject the fate that has once again thrown them together? Don''t miss this heartwarming, irresistibly romantic holiday Christmas romance by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy. Also Available: Always With Me #1 My Wildest Dream #2 Can''t Fight The Moonlight #3 Just One Kiss #4 If We Never Met #5 What the readers are saying about Just One Kiss… "I devoured this book in one setting! The story was captivating! As with all of Freethy''s characters, they are so well developed that you become completely invested in their story. They are real, not perfect and each with their own flaws!" Booklovers Anonymous on JUST ONE KISS "Barbara Freethy is one of my favorite authors because her books have the perfect blend of romance and suspense in every book, and Just One Kiss was no exception! This story was a heartwarming tale about second chances and forgiveness, mixed in with a mystery that kept me turning the pages to see what would happen next. Right now the real world feels like a dark place to be sometimes, and this book was the perfect escape." Kate – Goodreads "Barbara Freethy does what she does best by giving you real people with real feelings, a lesson in forgiveness and a Christmas story with some zing to it." Lois – Goodreads "A wonderful Christmas time second chance love story with a side of second chance family reunion. Exciting, romantic and a bit of suspense create a great read." Peggy - Goodreads "Absolutely wonderful story! I fell in love with Jake and Hannah from the beginning. One of the best stories from the Whisper Lake series. I absolutely love the winding roads that Barbara Freethy has for her main characters. this book is no exception!" Karen - BookBub "This is a story of family, second chances, forgiveness, secrets and love with the wonderful residents of Whisper Lake during the Christmas season, a time for miracles to happen! A wonderful addition to this series!" Robin – Goodreads

The Callaways Boxed Set - Books 1-3 Meet the Callaways, the bestselling romantic and suspenseful family series by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy. This special boxed set offers the first three full-length novels in the series. Each book is filled with Barbara Freethy''s unique blend of page-turning romance, family and mystery—unforgettable stories that will touch your heart. ON A NIGHT LIKE THIS: The second oldest of the Callaway clan, Aiden Callaway veered from the family tradition of urban firefighting and became a smokejumper, never questioning his choice until the job took the life of his friend, Kyle, and left Aiden with injuries and fractured memories. Everyone blames Aiden for what happened, but he doesn''t remember, nor is he sure he wants to remember. The truth may clear Aiden of blame but destroy Kyle''s reputation and hurt the people he left behind. Aiden seeks help from an unlikely ally. Sara had always been untouchable, sweet, innocent, his sister''s best friend, and the girl next door. But one reckless night in their youth took their relationship to a new level. Sara has never forgiven or forgotten the way Aiden brought it crashing down, but she''s no longer that girl with the crazy crush. She''s a woman in search of her own truth. The sparks between Aiden and Sara have been smoldering for a very long time. Sara is afraid to take another chance on a man who broke her heart, and Aiden knows better than anyone how dangerous an intense fire can be. As teenagers they weren''t ready for each other. Are they ready now? SO THIS IS LOVE: Emma Callaway, a hot fire investigator clashes with Max Harrison, a cool homicide detective in SO THIS IS LOVE, the second book in the Callaway Series. For Max Harrison, love seduces and then destroys. His brother went to prison for love. His father left his family for love. And Max is determined not to follow in their footsteps, until he meets Emma… Emma runs into burning buildings without an ounce of fear and embraces life as if every day is a new adventure. But while she''s fearless on the job, Emma is a coward when it comes to love. Betrayed by an ex-boyfriend, Emma has no intention of putting her heart on the line again, until she meets Max… As the fires around the city rage, the heat between them ignites in a blaze of passion that''s far more dangerous. Will it destroy them or will they finally get everything they ever wanted… FALLING FOR A STRANGER Ria is as sexy and sultry as a warm tropical night and as beautifully dangerous as the island drinks she serves at the beachside bar on Isla de los Suenos -- The Island of Dreams. But Ria is not as carefree as she appears, and the pretense is wearing her down. One night she risks everything to escape from reality. Drew Callaway is a former Navy pilot looking for his own escape from a life that has seen too much tragedy. Meeting Ria is like embracing the sun, and their single night together is life-changing. But the dream quickly fades when Ria is killed in a tragic accident at sea. Months later, thousands of miles away from where they first met, Drew sees a woman who looks just like Ria. She claims her name is Tory, and that they''ve never met before, but he can see that she''s in trouble, and he can''t walk away. He''s going to save her whether she wants it or not. Drew isn''t afraid of a little danger, but can he risk losing his heart to a beautiful stranger? PRAISE FOR THE CALLAWAYS! "I love the Callaways! Heartwarming romance, intriguing suspense and sexy alpha heroes. What more could you want?" NYT Bestselling Author Bella Andre "I loved Aiden and Sara’s story! Barbara manages to give us a good glimpse of the rest of the family too, without taking away from Aiden and Sara’s story, leaving us with a little bit of mystery to be followed up on." Harlequin Junkie for ON A NIGHT LIKE THIS "I adore the Callaways, a family we''d all love to have. Each new book is a deft combination of emotion, suspense and family dynamics. A remarkable, compelling series!" Barbara O''Neal, author of How to Bake a Perfect Life. "I love the Callaways and FALLING FOR A STRANGER makes me love their family even more." All Night Books Also Available in the Callaway Series: On A Night Like This (#1) So This is Love (#2) Falling For A Stranger (#3) Between Now and Forever (#4) Nobody But You (A Callaway Wedding Novella) (#5) All A Heart Needs (#6) That Summer Night (#7) When Shadows Fall (#8) Somewhere Only We Know (#9)

Alone in the world, Faith Christopher had always yearned for love and a man who''d make her heart pound. Alex Carringan like fast cars, fast women, and fast deals. Then his family moved in, and Alex had to face the end of his bachelorhood. Enter Faith. Little did the outspoken and beautiful baker know that deep inside Alex was a well of tenderness, waiting for her tender touch. Get to know Barbara Freethy in "Get a Little Love" at avonbooks.com/romance.

"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 Quinn is new to the FBI East Coast Strike Team—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

"The action was intense and kept me on the edge of my seat! Barbara Freethy is an amazing writer who captures the reader''s attention from the very first sentence, so much so, I read this book in one sitting." 5 Stars! Booklover''s Anonymous He didn''t just break her heart, he broke her soul… When a bomb exploded at her college, Caitlyn Carlson''s life changed in an instant. Ten years later, she''s no longer a vulnerable, trusting girl, but a tough, ruthless, FBI agent. But her hard exterior covers a deep, aching hole in her heart. Quinn Kelly has changed his life, too, trying to make up for the horrific mistakes of his youth. But some mistakes can''t be outrun or forgiven. Some feelings don''t stay buried, no matter how hard you try. An explosion at a local university takes them back to the past, to the one place they never wanted to go again…and to each other. They barely survived loving each other the first time around. The secrets and lies almost killed them. Will this be their second chance, or will this be the end of everything? A shattered love story, a fatal explosion, and a web of secrets and lies await in this exciting tale of ecoterrorism from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy! For fans of Susan Stoker, Meli Raine, Nora Roberts, Karin Slaughter, Mary Burton, and Melinda Leigh. Note: THE FBI SERIES takes readers on thrilling, romantic, and suspenseful adventures! Every story stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today! Also Available in the Off The Grid: FBI Series Perilous Trust #1 Reckless Whisper #2 Desperate Play #3 Elusive Promise #4 Dangerous Choice #5 Ruthless Cross #6 Critical Doubt #7 Fearless Pursuit #8 Daring Deception #9 Risky Bargain #10 Perfect Target #11 Fatal Betrayal #12 What the readers are saying… "Daring Deception paints a thrilling picture of a dangerous love story. Brodie and Caitlyn pull emotions into a maze that is powerful, intriguing and never ending. With Freethy there is always a twist to tie emotions up in knots and leave readers feeling breathless." Isha – Goodreads "There were a lot of twists and turns in this series that kept me guessing about what was going to happen next, and I definitely did not see the ending coming! This book was the perfect mix of romance and suspense, a page turner from beginning to end! Kate – Bookbub "A story that builds on revenge, kidnapping, and forgiveness. DARING DECEPTION is a definite winner in this series." Ellen - Goodreads "Just finished this gem by Barbara Freethy...I can honestly say it was one of the best books I have read this year. This author is a genius at creating authentic characters!" Claire – Goodreads on Daring Deception "Barbara Freethy knows how to write a beautiful, believable love story....with just the right amount of heat." Trude – Goodreads on Daring Deception "Wow! Every time I think I can’t enjoy a book in this Off The Grid series any more than the ones I’ve already read, Barbara Freethy proves me wrong. DARING DECEPTION is full of twists and turns and two great main characters." Mary - Goodreads

In this heart-stopping psychological thriller, Emily Hollister''s seemingly perfect life unravels when she becomes the target of someone intent on taking over her life. "I know what you did." The anonymous note starts an ominous game of cat and mouse. Soon, Emily finds herself trapped in a web of gaslighting and manipulation. Someone is lurking in the shadows, observing her every move, and insidiously replacing her in her own existence. With no one she can trust, Emily turns to a stranger for help, an ex-soldier with his own baggage to carry, but is he who he appears to be? As the danger escalates, Emily fights to put an end to the terrifying charade. With all the skeletons in her past, unmasking her tormentor is no easy task, but if she fails, she may find herself erased from her own life. Dive into this electrifying tale of deception and revenge from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy (author of ALL THE PRETTY PEOPLE and LAST ONE TO KNOW. For Fans of Lisa Jewell, Ruth Ware, Nora Roberts, and Gillian Flynn. What the readers are saying… "Barbara Freethy’s suspense novels are explosively good!" — New York Times Bestselling Author Toni Anderson "WOW! Another wonderful page turner, suspense filled mystery with more twists and turns than a roller coaster." Cheryl – Goodreads on ALL THE PRETTY PEOPLE "All the Pretty People is a five stars emotional thriller. Barbara Freethy knows how to snag reader’s attention immediately and never let it disengage until the last period. So many secrets and lies will be revealed in a tight plot that will keep one guessing." Jane – Goodreads on ALL THE PRETTY PEOPLE "Barbara Freethy is a master of mystery and suspense, and this book is further proof of that! What a page turner! There are twists and turns from page one, more questions than answers, and several mysteries intertwined. I loved it!" Kristen – Goodreads on LAST ONE TO KNOW "A new favorite book by one of my favorite authors! I am so glad Barbara Freethy has started writing mystery thrillers. Absolutely a cannot put down story of twin sisters discover a family secret that leads to not discovering who they are, both as sisters and separately. I couldn’t put it down! A page turner with an ending that completely surprised me!" Karen – Goodreads on LAST ONE TO KNOW "Ok so, just fair warning, no matter where you think this is going, you''re going to be wrong. And if you''re like me, you''re going to be wrong multiple times! This was such a thrilling book. I was hooked from the very beginning." Brandy – Goodreads on LAST ONE TO KNOW "Breathtaking. A topsy-turvy, spellbinding, and unpredictable, thrill ride. Freethy gets under the skin with an intriguing glimpse into danger. Brynn''s journey is an enigma that opens Pandora''s Box and drops you down the rabbit hole." - Isha C., Blogger, Reader, Reviewer on LAST ONE TO KNOW

"Barbara Freethy writes a beautiful, edge of the seat story, full of intrigue, mystery and romance. This is my favorite FBI series! Can’t wait to read the next book!" Christine - Goodreads Secrets and lies…strangers and spies… After the death of an asset, Special Agent Jax Kenin goes undercover bartending at an exclusive Hollywood club in hot pursuit of a spy ring. His mission gets complicated when a beautiful brunette begins asking questions about an old murder. She''s making people nervous, and he needs to get her out of the way before she blows up his operation. Maya Ashton is on a mission of her own, determined to make a movie about the mysterious death of her famous grandmother, Natasha Petrova, a Russian-born movie star who died before her thirty-sixth birthday. Unfortunately, Maya keeps running into roadblocks, including one particularly sexy and attractive bartender. When danger follows Maya home, Jax has no choice but to protect her. Their missions become entangled, their pursuit of two separate truths suddenly becomes one. And what they discover will shake up their personal lives in ways they never expected. To survive, they must find the truth, before it kills them. A thrilling, twisting novel of espionage, murder, and romance that will keep you guessing until the last page from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy. For fans of Susan Stoker, Meli Raine, Riley Edwards, Kendra Elliott, Melinda Leigh, and Jayne Ann Krentz! Note: THE FBI SERIES takes readers on thrilling, romantic, and suspenseful adventures! Every story stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today! Also Available in the Off The Grid: FBI Series Perilous Trust #1 Reckless Whisper #2 Desperate Play #3 Elusive Promise #4 Dangerous Choice #5 Ruthless Cross #6 Critical Doubt #7 Fearless Pursuit #8 Daring Deception #9 Risky Bargain #10 Perfect Target #11 Fatal Betrayal #12 What the readers are saying… "Freethy is not for the faint of heart. There''s always a twist waiting to be explored. Always a heartache waiting to be healed. Always a thrill waiting to be had. Fearless Pursuit refuses to back down when it comes to getting your attention. Jax and Maya pull readers into a page turner that encompasses the past, present and future. It''s complicated, emotional, captivating and unpredictable, but then the most haunting love stories usually are." Isha - Bookbub "This was such a gripping story. Not only were Jax and Maya fantastic characters, the story was really complex and fascinating. Freethy’s books are always well developed and her characters jump off the page." Booklovers Anonymous "Fearless Pursuit will have you on the edge of your seat until the very end. What an intriguing, mysterious story. Jax and Maya have immediate chemistry! The twists and turns that this story takes keeps you guessing. The Off The Grid: FBI series is a fabulous series but Fearless Pursuit is by far my favorite one!" Cindy – Goodreads "Fearless Pursuit will leave you breathless. All of this author’s books are well written with vivid characters that make her books difficult to put down unfinished. This one will leave readers guessing until the very end." Jane – Goodreads "Barbara Freethy has done it again. Fearless Pursuit, her new book is filled with tension and excitement from the first page on. This is a story that you will not want to put down. I ended up reading all day and then kept waking up at night so I could read more." JStryker – Goodreads

"Barbara Freethy’s suspense novels are explosively good!" – New York Times Bestselling Author Toni Anderson FBI agent Nick Caruso races to Rome to rescue his grandmother from imminent danger, only to collide head-on with Isabella Rossi—a woman with whom he once shared a disastrous date. Isabella, a secretive journalist, adds friction to their uneasy partnership as they delve into the murky world of smuggling and stolen art to safeguard their grandmothers. From Rome''s historic streets to boutique art galleries and opulent villas, DEADLY TRAP is a pulse-pounding romantic suspense novel that seamlessly blends Italy''s allure with high-stakes crime, testing love and loyalty amidst deception and peril. Will they expose the criminals in time, or will the deadly trap claim them all? Don''t miss this gripping thriller by #1 NYT Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy, perfect for fans of Sandra Brown, Nora Roberts, Toni Anderson, and Lisa Gardner. If you love heart-racing suspense, simmering romance, and unpredictable twists, DEADLY TRAP is an essential addition to your bookshelf! Note: Every book in the Off The Grid: FBI Series stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today! What the readers are saying about the FBI Series… "I can’t think of a better way to spend a Saturday night than losing myself in one of Barbara Freethy’s books. I love the Off The Grid series but I honestly think this one is my favorite. I have no doubt her next book will be awesome, too!" Booklovers Anonymous "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 "You will love Reckless Whisper. From the first sentence of the book until you end, you are on a suspense filled ride." J. Stryker – Goodreads "Words cannot explain how phenomenal this book was. The characters are so believable and relatable. The twists and turns keep you on the edge of your seat and flying through the pages. This is one book you should be desperate to read." Caroline on Desperate Play "For me a good romantic suspense book needs a good story, strong characters, honest dialogue, chemistry between the hero and heroine and believable suspense. Elusive Promise checks off all the boxes for me. Thank you Barbara Freethy for another great read!" Trude – Goodreads

"Barbara Freethy is always at the top of her game writing a suspenseful, heartwarming story from start to finish. WHEN SHADOWS FALL is truly a page turner you don''t want to put down and it will warm your heart." Faye - Goodreads Olivia Bennett is a biographer, a narrator of lives far more interesting than her own. When she volunteers to write down the memories of Eleanor Callaway, an elderly woman suffering from Alzheimer''s, she gets caught up in a compelling story of a great love and a terrible secret. Suddenly, she is no longer a spectator but an investigator, and in her quest for the truth, she not only finds herself at odds with Eleanor''s sexy and very protective grandson Colton Callaway, but she also discovers a more personal connection to Eleanor''s past. Colton is a firefighter, a man used to going after what he wants and getting it. He pushes the limits, takes chances, and is willing to risk everything to save a life, especially if that life belongs to his grandmother. As Olivia and Colton stir up the smoldering embers of the past, they soon come to realize that the greatest danger may not come from those who want to protect their secrets, but from each other. The one thing neither of them has ever been willing to risk is their heart. If you love romance family series like Virgin River by Robyn Carr, with plenty of drama, secrets, and mystery, then you''ll love this latest romance novel from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy. Note: The Callaways Family series offers romance, mystery and family drama in each standalone novel, and the books include some of your favorite storylines: alpha heroes, firefighter romance, girl next door, love at first sight, enemies to lovers, opposites attract, grumpy sunshine, meet cute, instalove, and second chance at love. Start reading now! What the readers are saying… "I am left speechless. Each Callaway makes me fall in love a bit more. In WHEN SHADOWS FALL, Colton and Olivia are perfection. They shine brightly and leave you with no doubts about their HEA.Thank you Barbara Freethy for another well written heart touching testament to all that is good and right in our world." Shannon "Barbara Freethy does it again, with characters so real and a mystery that has been simmering through the series. The idea that someone getting who you really are can be life changing is very real for me. A great story. I''d recommend it for anyone who enjoys Nora Roberts, Marie Force, Robyn Carr or Susan Mallery." Libby "I found WHEN SHADOWS FALL intriguing, fun and full of hope. I like how all the characters of the Callaway family are mentioned and entwined into the story but the author never loses focus on the main characters . I always look forward to her next story." Christy "This series is awesome! Barbara Freethy is an amazing author who brings you into the book like you are part of the family. Not having a big family, I really love reading all the family dynamics and the characters are just great! If you haven''t read anything by Barbara Freethy, go get something, you will not be disappointed." Suzanne Also Available: The Callaways On A Night Like This #1 So This Is Love #2 Falling For a Stranger #3 Between Now and Forever #4 Nobody But You #5 – (Novella) All A Heart Needs #6 That Summer Night #7 When Shadows Fall #8 Somewhere Only We Know #9 The Callaway Cousins If I Didn''t Know Better #1 Tender Is The Night #2 Take Me Home #3 (Novella) Closer To You #4 Once You''re Mine #5 Can''t Let Go #6 Secrets We Keep #7

"Wow! I truly loved reading this book! DANGEROUS CHOICE is a captivating, sexy and thrilling story. It grabs you from the beginning, wanting to know what happens next." Doni - Goodreads FBI Special Agent Diego Rivera is searching for his family when a clue leads him to a quaint Colombian village, which suddenly erupts into violence. Diego is caught in a shooting and discovers an explosive family secret. Tara Powell comes to Colombia to look for her missing friend. When the village priest who''s supposed to have information for her is gunned down, she finds herself entangled with Diego, who is on a personal mission of his own. Danger follows Tara and Diego from Colombia to the US, and it''s not clear which one of them is the target. As they search for the people they love, shocking details emerge. Will their fierce loyalty blind them to the truth...or will their trust in each other save them? Family secrets, dangerous drug cartels, and a missing friend spin this romantic suspense in a dozen different directions! Don''t miss this thriller from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy. For fans of Sandra Brown, Lisa Gardner, James Patterson, and Toni Anderson. Note: THE FBI SERIES takes readers on thrilling, romantic, and suspenseful adventures! While an overarching mystery plays out over the first five novels, every story stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today! Also Available in the OFF THE GRID: FBI SERIES Perilous Trust #1 Reckless Whisper #2 Desperate Play #3 Elusive Promise #4 Dangerous Choice #5 Ruthless Cross #6 Critical Doubt #7 Fearless Pursuit #8 Daring Deception #9 Risky Bargain #10 Perfect Target #11 Fatal Betrayal #12 What the readers are saying… "I loved all the twists and turns in DANGEROUS CHOICE. Tara and Diego work so well together, and the chemistry between them is intense! Once I started this book, I just couldn’t stop! I can’t wait to read the next one in the series!" Mindy - Goodreads "Dangerous Choice is a clever blend of mind games and breathtaking emotion. I felt the story come alive and twist my stomach into knots, but never did I even think about walking away." Isha - Bookbub "Loved Diego and Tara''s story in DANGEROUS CHOICE. Full of action, intrigue, love and honor. Friends, family and friends who are family. Thrilling adventure across the globe. Another excellent Barbara Freethy novel." Carol – Goodreads "Barbara Freethy is a master at romantic suspense. This series has been one of the best I’ve read. The characters are realistic and well formed. The action grabs you from the first page ad keeps you interested until the very end." Pam – Goodreads on DANGEROUS CHOICE "DANGEROUS CHOICE has everything, romance, suspense and lots of action. Can’t wait for Flynn’s story. Barbara Freethy just gets better and better!" Linda - Goodreads

"Elusive Promise is a thrilling tale of dangerous love, heart-stopping action and haunting mind games" Isha C. - Goodreads When tragedy strikes an engagement party, Special Agent Parisa Maxwell becomes the sole survivor and the only witness to a kidnapping and the theft of a legendary diamond. With her friend now missing, Parisa makes a promise to save the other woman, no matter the cost. Jared MacIntyre''s entire life is a carefully cultivated set of lies. He wasn''t looking for the beautiful brunette when he ventured into the private rooms at the consulate, but he couldn''t ignore the woman fighting for her life. Now their lives are inexplicably intertwined. The kidnapping and theft may be part of a bigger, deadlier plot—one that he''s on a mission to stop before someone else he loves ends up dead. Two strangers, each with their own secrets. Two strangers who never expected to find love amidst the danger. Two strangers who will have to take the ultimate risk: trust each other—or lose everything. Secrets, espionage, and foreign terrorism make unexpected allies in this action-packed romantic suspense from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy. For fans of Catherine Coulter, Tami Hoag, Sandra Brown, Toni Anderson, and Nora Roberts! Note: THE FBI SERIES takes readers on thrilling, romantic, and suspenseful adventures! While an overarching mystery plays out over the first five novels, every story stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today! Also Available in the OFF THE GRID: FBI SERIES Perilous Trust #1 Reckless Whisper #2 Desperate Play #3 Elusive Promise #4 Dangerous Choice #5 Ruthless Cross #6 Critical Doubt #7 Fearless Pursuit #8 Daring Deception #9 Risky Bargain #10 Perfect Target #11 Fatal Betrayal #12 What the readers are saying… "ELUSIVE PROMISE is a fast paced read which has so many twists to it you don''t want to put the book down until you know who took Jasmine, who wants to kill Parisa, and who Jared really is. Once again Barbara Freethy does not disappoint her readers and leaves you counting the days to the next FBI Off the Grid 5th book." Patricia – Goodreads "Wonderfully intense, breath-catching action, Barbara Freethy keeps getting better and better." R.J. – Goodreads on ELUSIVE PROMISE "Ms Freethy is a genius when it comes to character development, and these two were perfectly imperfect and as a reader you just fall in love with them. Can’t wait for the next book!" Claire – Goodreads on ELUSIVE PROMISE "Grab a drink, find a comfortable reading nook, and get immersed in this fast paced, realistic, romantic thriller! 5 STARS!" Perrin – Goodreads on ELUSIVE PROMISE "For me a good romantic suspense book needs a good story, strong characters, honest dialogue, chemistry between the hero and heroine and believable suspense. Elusive Promise checks off all the boxes for me. Thank you Barbara Freethy for another great read!" Trude - Goodreads

"RISKY BARGAIN is a fast-paced, action-packed Romantic Suspense that is both a complex thriller and a heart-warming romance. It’ll blow your socks off and make you feel warm and fuzzy, all at the same time." Toni Anderson, NYT Bestselling Author FBI Agent Lucas Raines is a man on a mission, desperate to find a kidnap victim, the billionaire CEO of a video game company, who disappears during a horrific home invasion that leaves one person dead and others terrorized. Kat Parrish never thought that sneaking into a billionaire''s party would end with her hiding in a closet, her clothes spattered with blood, her ears ringing from the sound of gunshots. But her problems don''t end with the arrival of the police. In fact, they are just beginning, especially when a handsome but ruthless FBI agent starts asking the hard questions. She has to decide whether a lie or the truth will not only save her life, but that of her friend. As Lucas and Kat dive deep into the world of gaming, it quickly becomes clear that there are games being played on different levels. The players keep changing. The goal posts are constantly moving. No one is who they appear to be. There''s a bigger mystery behind each door they open, and soon they can only trust each other. But should they? Is their reality a game, or is the game their reality? Will love keep them alive or be their final play? Don''t miss this thrilling, twisting tale of romance, danger, and suspense with one surprise after the next! Readers who love books by Catherine Coulter, Susan Stoker, Nora Roberts, Molly Black, and Blake Pierce will enjoy this page-turning novel by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy! Note: THE FBI SERIES takes readers on thrilling, romantic, and suspenseful adventures! Every story stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today! Also Available in the Off The Grid: FBI Series Perilous Trust #1 Reckless Whisper #2 Desperate Play #3 Elusive Promise #4 Dangerous Choice #5 Ruthless Cross #6 Critical Doubt #7 Fearless Pursuit #8 Daring Deception #9 Risky Bargain #10 Perfect Target #11 Fatal Betrayal #12 PRAISE FOR RISKY BARGAIN "A great edge of your seat suspense with a healthy dose of romance we have come to expect from the FBI series, but the scenarios are original and a great read." Debbie, Goodreads "The story is filled with nonstop action, a twisting road filled with clues…a lot of which lead in opposite directions, terrific character backstories, and a budding romance." Jane, Goodreads "Lots of suspense and twists in this exciting story. You’ll never see the end coming." Cheryl, Goodreads "Risky Bargain by Barbara Freethy is writing at its best. A can’t put it down thriller with love thrown in. Loved this book and proof is I stayed up most of the night reading it." J. Stryker, Goodreads "I was riveted from the first page to the last." Peggy, Goodreads "This book has everything I want in good romantic suspense. A compelling story and a couple to fall in love with!" Trude, Goodreads

Get ready for a thrilling romantic ride with three complete romantic suspense novels from the FBI series by #1 NYT Author Barbara Freethy PERILOUS TRUST "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 It was one dark night that brought Damon Wolfe and Sophie Parker together. They were two tortured souls, looking for escape, and they weren''t supposed to see each other ever again… Four years later, Sophie''s FBI father, who is also Damon''s mentor, is killed in a suspicious car crash after leaving Sophie a cryptic message to trust no one from the agency. When Damon shows up looking for her, she isn''t sure if he''s friend or enemy, but she knows he could easily rip apart what is left of her heart. The last thing Damon wants is to get involved with Sophie again. It was hard enough to walk away the first time. But she''s in trouble, her father''s reputation is under attack, and the lives of his fellow agents are at stake if there''s a traitor in their midst. When someone starts shooting at them, they have no choice but to go on the run and off the grid. Everyone in their world becomes a suspect. They want to uncover the truth, but will it turn out to be the last thing they expect? Proving her father''s innocence might just cost them their hearts…and their lives… RECKLESS WHISPER "This story has so many twists and turns that I read it in one sitting...a must read for everyone, I don''t want to ruin anything, so I will just say...WOW" Booklovers Anonymous Blog FBI Special Agent Bree Adams has a personal secret, something she has managed to keep hidden for the past ten years-at least she always thought so… But a chance encounter on a train, and whispered words of chilling consequence change everything. Is the truth about to come out or is someone playing with her mind and her life? Nathan Bishop knew Bree when she was a street kid like him. Their dark past once put him in her debt, and he had to pay up. The last thing he wants to do is help her again. He has a new life now—a life he could lose with one wrong move. But the beautiful Bree is desperate—how can he walk away? To get to the truth, protect innocent lives and their own, they''ll have to fight their way through the past, as danger stalks their every move, and heartbreaking choices must be made. DESPERATE PLAY "Words cannot explain how phenomenal this book was. The characters are so believable and relatable. The twists and turns keep you on the edge of your seat and flying through the pages. This is one book you should be desperate to read." Caroline Special Agent Wyatt Tanner has always worked undercover. He thrives in the dark of the night. He survives by turning himself into someone else. But living so long in the shadows can make a man forget who he really is. When people start dying, when he finds blood on his own hands, he questions the choices he has made, the people he is with. Can he find his way back to the light? Can he trust the beautiful woman who needs his help? Or does she also have a secret life? He''ll have to make one desperate play to find out… Don''t miss this page-turning, heart-stopping romantic suspense collection by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy Note: THE FBI SERIES takes readers on thrilling, romantic, and suspenseful adventures! Every story stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today! Check out other books in the series! Perilous Trust #1 Reckless Whisper #2 Desperate Play #3 Elusive Promise #4 Dangerous Choice #5 Ruthless Cross #6 Critical Doubt #7 Fearless Pursuit #8 Daring Deception #9 Risky Bargain #10 Perfect Target #11 Fatal Betrayal #12

From #1 NYT Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy comes Bachelors & Bridesmaids, a fun, romantic series about a group of female friends who start out as bridesmaids and end up as brides! Falling in love has never been so fun! ALL YOUR LOVING With the purchase of her third bridesmaid''s dress in a year, Julie Michaels is beginning to wonder when she''ll find her Mr. Right but so far everyone she meets is Mr. Wrong.In between planning bridal showers and bachelorette parties, Julie needs to find a celebrity for her charity''s fundraising cook off! Matt Kingsley, the ace hitter for the San Francisco Cougars would be perfect. He''s rich, sexy and single... If only she didn''t have a good reason to hate professional baseball players. Julie is determined to keep Matt at arm''s length, but Matt has never backed away from a challenge. And the beautiful woman who hates him makes him want to do just about anything to change her mind. Note: Each of the books in the Bachelors & Bridesmaids series is a short, fun romance of approximately 50,000 words.

"I can’t think of a better way to spend a Saturday night than losing myself in one of Barbara Freethy’s books. I love the Off The Grid series but I honestly think this one is my favorite. I have no doubt her next book will be awesome, too!" Booklovers Anonymous When a yacht blows up in the Newport Beach Harbor killing a California senator, FBI Agent Beck Murray is reminded of another mega-yacht fire ten years earlier. Then a rookie cop, he pulled popular teenage TV star Piper Nolan out of the water. He''s never forgotten her terror or her rambling story, but the investigation was shut down before it got started. Now the current explosion provides a clue that leads back to Piper, and Beck knows it can''t be a coincidence. But Piper is even less willing to talk to him now. The former It Girl has hidden herself in the shadows. She has secrets and is clearly terrified. Are her secrets twisted up in murder? Did she lie to him before? Is she lying to him now? The danger heightens when another body drops. Beck needs to find a killer before anyone else becomes a target, including himself…and maybe the woman he''s beginning to love. A riveting, page-turning novel of politics, murder, and old secrets from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy. For fans of Susan Stoker, Meli Raine, Rachel Grant, James Patterson, Lisa Gardner and Nora Roberts! Note: THE FBI SERIES takes readers on thrilling, romantic, and suspenseful adventures! Every story stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today! Also Available: Perilous Trust #1 Reckless Whisper #2 Desperate Play #3 Elusive Promise #4 Dangerous Choice #5 Ruthless Cross #6 Critical Doubt #7 Fearless Pursuit #8 Daring Deception #9 Risky Bargain #10 Perfect Target #11 What the readers are saying… "Non-stop action, romance, murder, deceit, secrets and lies… this is the wild ride that is Barbara Freethy!" Robin – Goodreads on PERFECT TARGET "I love this series, and this one had me hooked from the beginning. Beck and Piper’s story is intense and captivating, with lots of twists and turns! It’s a wonderful read!" Kristen – Goodreads "Perfect Target is the perfect combination of mystery, suspense, and romance. I love this series, and this one had me hooked from the beginning!" Kristen - Goodreads "Perfect Target is an adrenaline rush that begs to be read in one sitting as FBI agent Beck Murray finds himself investigating, protecting and falling in love with Piper Nolan, a former child TV series star whose life he had saved some years ago." Jane – Goodreads "WOW!!! What a nail biter. Great characters and an absolutely wonderful read!" Cheryl – Goodreads on PERFECT TARGET

From #1 NY Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy comes a romantic contemporary series about the Callaways, a big, blended Irish family born to serve and protect. If you love strong, alpha heroes, emotional and compelling romance and light suspense, you''ll love the Callaways. Find out why over 1.5 million people are loving the Callaways in this special boxed set that includes the first eight complete novels in the series and a bonus novella! Includes: ON A NIGHT LIKE THIS (#1) SO THIS IS LOVE (#2) FALLING FOR A STRANGER (#3) BETWEEN NOW AND FOREVER (#4) NOBODY BUT YOU (A Callaway Wedding Novella) ALL A HEART NEEDS (#5) THAT SUMMER NIGHT (#6) WHEN SHADOWS FALL (#7) SOMEWHERE ONLY WE KNOW (#8)

Evan lived a rather uneventful life, until the day a monster flew into his village and stole his sister. On that day, Evan''s life changed forever. With his father near death, he is faced with the fact that he must go and rescue Mya. The last thing his father tells him is to seek counsel from Goyae, an elder of their village. Goyae gives Evan four pieces of magic. Then he tells Evan that he must right all wrongs done by the evil Drenmore to be able to cross back over the Lake of Death and return home. He is forced to overcome many obstacles. He makes new friends, like the Pawquas, a village of people no larger than a corncob. Each new friend and each obstacle brings him closer to rescuing his sister and ending the evil caused by Drenmore.

"Count on Freethy to thrill your socks off, while running away with your heart. RUTHLESS CROSS had me holding my breath and biting my nails as I sat on the edge of my seat." Isha - Bookbub Everyone has a secret. Some are worth killing for…some are worth dying for… The son of an art thief, FBI agent Flynn MacKenzie is no stranger to deception, but when the brutal murder of a federal judge unravels an intricate and shocking web of lies, he finds himself tangled up in personal life-changing secrets and in the arms of a woman he isn''t sure he can trust. Callie Harper not only wants justice for her stepfather, she also wants to protect her family. Staying close to Flynn seems like the smart option, until she starts to fall for the man who could hurt everyone she loves. The lines between good and bad, guilty and innocent, are blurred. Callie and Flynn quickly realize their search for the truth could take them somewhere they don''t want to go...if they can stay alive long enough to get there. Family secrets, stolen art, and murder abound in this romantic, action-packed thriller from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy! For fans of Catherine Coulter, Jayne Ann Krentz, J.T. Ellison, and Karin Slaughter. Note: THE FBI SERIES takes readers on thrilling, romantic, and suspenseful adventures! Every story stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today! Also Available in the FBI Series: Perilous Trust #1 Reckless Whisper #2 Desperate Play #3 Elusive Promise #4 Dangerous Choice #5 Ruthless Cross #6 Critical Doubt #7 Fearless Pursuit #8 Daring Deception #9 Risky Bargain #10 Perfect Target #11 Fatal Betrayal #12 What the readers are saying about RUTHLESS CROSS ... "RUTHLESS CROSS is another adrenaline-filled story, with well written and developed characters, Barbara Freethy is a master of her craft!" ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Booklovers Anonymous "RUTHLESS CROSS is yet another romantic suspense from Barbara Freethy that I had to read cover to cover in one sitting! From the first line, Ms. Freethy takes readers on a fast-paced tale of murder, old secrets and priceless art.I can’t wait for Savannah’s story!" Pam "Barbara Freethy writes a beautiful, edge of the seat story, full of intrigue, mystery and romance. This is my favorite FBI series! Can’t wait to read the next book!" Christine "Another wonderful addition to Barbara Freethy’s FBI series. I loved RUTHLESS CROSS! Intrigue, suspense, action romance….it was GREAT!" Leslie

For Patrick it was summerano school, no Sister Joseph, a time to have fun with his friends. Patrick and his friends, aThe Dynamiters, a had all of their plans made. This was going to be their summer, a summer for fun and pranks. The plan was set until the aunfortunate incident, a after which Pat is faced with the possibility of spending the summer alone. That is, until Caddy comes into his life. Between Caddyas antics and Patas grandfatheras boyish need for excitement, his life will never be the same. It isnat all fun and games, though. Pat is faced with some important questions. His beliefs are challenged, and his family ties are strengthened.

Welcome to OCEAN SHORES in the sun-soaked paradise of Oceanside, California where the ocean pounds the shore, surfers ride the early morning waves, and the local military base sends roaring jets into the sky. Just steps from the sand sits a large apartment building filled with interesting and quirky tenants, possible love connections, and more than a few secrets! Once you come to visit, you''ll never want to leave… In HOPELESSLY ROMANTIC, Ava Campbell, a pragmatic and fiercely independent woman, is housesitting for her newlywed sister Serena, whom she practically raised. Struggling with the void left by her sister''s departure and the feeling that life is passing her by, Ava''s solitude is shattered by Liam Nash, a laid-back Australian surfer with a smile as captivating as the waves he rides. Liam is clearly someone with absolutely no boundaries, and he insists that he has the green light from Serena''s hubby, Brad, to crash at the apartment. With no room for negotiation, these two opposites are forced into a shared living arrangement, further complicated by the antics of Miss Daisy, a feisty feline with a knack for mischief, and an unsolved mystery involving a missing tenant. As Ava''s grumpy, cynical attitude clashes with Liam''s sunny optimism, sparks fly, and an unexpected connection blooms. Can Liam''s infectious charm thaw Ava''s very well-guarded heart? Will Ava discover that the best things in life often arrive when you least expect them? Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions in this humorous and heartwarming tale that proves love can sneak up on you in the most unexpected places, leaving you breathless and yearning for more. HOPELESSLY ROMANTIC is the first book in the utterly charming and irresistibly appealing Ocean Shores Series from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy. For fans of Robyn Carr, Susan Mallery, and Lucy Score! PRAISE FOR BARBARA FREETHY NOVELS… "A fabulous, page-turning combination of romance and intrigue. Fans of Nora Roberts and Elizabeth Lowell will love this book." — NYT Bestselling Author Kristin Hannah on Golden Lies "A warm, moving story of the power of love." — NYT Bestselling Author Debbie Macomber on Daniel''s Gift "Freethy''s zesty storytelling will keep readers hooked, and the sisters'' loving but prickly interactions will make anyone with a sibling smile." Publishers Weekly on Summer Secrets "Gifted author Barbara Freethy creates an irresistible tale of family secrets, riveting adventure and heart- touching romance." — NYT Bestselling Author Susan Wiggs on Summer Secrets "This book has it all: heart, community, and characters who will remain with you long after the book has ended. A wonderful story." — NYT Bestselling Author Debbie Macomber on Suddenly One Summer "From the rocky isolation of Alcatraz to the haunts of California''s historic North Beach, this intricately plotted story has more twists and turns than Lombard Street as it takes its characters on a dangerous adventure with roots in a deadly past. Romance sizzles between the wary protagonists in this riveting page-turner ..." — Library Journal on Taken "Hooked me from the start and kept me turning pages throughout all the twists and turns. Silent Run is powerful romantic intrigue at its best." — NYT Bestselling Author JoAnn Ross

"Barbara Freethy delivers riveting, plot-twisting suspense and a deeply emotional story. Every book is a thrilling ride." USA Today Bestselling Author Rachel Grant I was working at my sister''s clothing boutique in Carmel when I got the call. The hospital told me that my mother had been shot and was in critical condition. This could be my last chance to see her, and I needed to go to San Francisco immediately. I was stunned. Not just because of the horrific news, but also because my mother had died in a storm twenty years ago... To find out the truth, I''ll have to dive into the life of the woman in the hospital bed, into her past and mine. But as I get closer to the truth, the target moves from her to me...and suddenly her life isn''t the only one on the line. From #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy comes a tangled, twisty tale of secrets and lies in a thrilling, page-turning standalone domestic thriller that will keep you reading all night!

"Barbara Freethy’s suspense novels are explosively good!" – New York Times Bestselling Author Toni Anderson Haunted by a youthful tragedy, FBI Agent Andi Hart specializes in finding missing children, but her latest case throws her off her game when she discovers her former childhood friend turned bitter enemy has been called in to consult. Eighteen years ago, Cooper Bradford was with Andi the night a toddler disappeared from their neighborhood. He wanted to find the kid as much as Andi did, but her amateur sleuthing turned the focus on his older brother and destroyed his family. Since then, Cooper has made it his life''s mission to fight for the falsely accused and has become an enemy of law enforcement. With a child''s life on the line, Andi and Cooper must put aside the emotional fall-out from their once strong bond and work together. But the tension between them reaches a boiling point when they uncover something far more sinister than they ever imagined and a shocking connection to their past. Suddenly nothing is what they thought it was… Can Andi trust Cooper to have her back, and can he trust her to have his? The answer to that question could mean the difference between life and death. This heart-pumping, romantic and suspenseful novel from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy will keep you guessing until the very end! Note: Every book in the Off The Grid: FBI Series stands completely on its own and there are no cliffhangers! The books feature complex and exciting storylines ranging from kidnapping to organized crime, terrorism, and espionage. Personal stories often play out against a bigger, broader storyline, and surprising twists will keep you up all night. Start reading today! What the readers are saying about the FBI Series… "I can’t think of a better way to spend a Saturday night than losing myself in one of Barbara Freethy’s books. I love the Off The Grid series but I honestly think this one is my favorite. I have no doubt her next book will be awesome, too!" Booklovers Anonymous "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 "You will love Reckless Whisper. From the first sentence of the book until you end, you are on a suspense filled ride." J. Stryker – Goodreads "Words cannot explain how phenomenal this book was. The characters are so believable and relatable. The twists and turns keep you on the edge of your seat and flying through the pages. This is one book you should be desperate to read." Caroline on Desperate Play "For me a good romantic suspense book needs a good story, strong characters, honest dialogue, chemistry between the hero and heroine and believable suspense. Elusive Promise checks off all the boxes for me. Thank you Barbara Freethy for another great read!" Trude – Goodreads "Dangerous Choice is a clever blend of mind games and breathtaking emotion. I felt the story come alive and twist my stomach into knots, but never did I even think about walking away." Isha – Goodreads Also Available: Perilous Trust #1 Reckless Whisper #2 Desperate Play #3 Elusive Promise #4 Dangerous Choice #5 Ruthless Cross #6 Critical Doubt #7 Fearless Pursuit #8 Daring Deception #9 Risky Bargain #10 Perfect Target #11 Fatal Betrayal #12