Best Selling Books by Carla Neggers

When a former cop returns to Maine to solve her father’s murder, she teams up with a rogue FBI agent in this romantic suspense novel. Shattered by her father’s murder, Zoe West resigned from the police force and left Goose Harbor, Maine. But as the investigation continues to go unsolved, Zoe realizes only one thing will help her repair the damage—returning home to confront the past. FBI special agent J. B. McGrath is burned-out after a year of working undercover. Forced to take a break, he chooses Goose Harbor as a retreat. But he isn’t lying low. He believes a killer is still loose in the town—a killer who isn’t happy to see Zoe West return. Zoe isn’t sure she can trust the unpredictable FBI agent—or their growing attraction to each other. But as the danger mounts, one wrong move could destroy everything she and J.B. care about. Someone who got away with murder is determined to keep it that way.

While restoring a stately country home, Heather Sloan encounters a man from her past, Diplomatic Security Service agent Brody Hancock, who has taken a sudden interest in her, causing her to suspect that he is up to something.

From New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers With international criminals on the loose, danger is a rising tide… When US Diplomatic Security Agent Maggie Spencer receives an anonymous tip, she’s able to do what no one has before: apprehend Nicholas Janssen, the internationally most-wanted fugitive. Her acclaim puts her in the sights of US marshal Rob Dunnemore, who turns up asking tough questions about the case. Maggie has no reason to trust Rob, especially when she learns he has a personal interest: he was almost killed by Janssen. Then Maggie and Rob discover the body of an American diplomat, and they realize there’s another killer on the loose. Determined to tie up the case, Maggie heads to upstate New York following a questionable lead. Knowing she’s holding back on him, Rob is right on her tail. Little do they know that a trap is closing in on them both, and they’ll have to trust each other if they want to make it out alive. Previously Published. Read the Cold Ridge Series by Carla Neggers: Book One: Cold Ridge Book Two: Night’s Landing Book Three: The Rapids Book Four: Dark Sky Book Five: Breakwater Book Six: Abandon

Texas Ranger Jack Galway knows his wife Susanna loves him, so when their marriage hits a rough patch, he supports her decision to take their teenaged daughters to Boston for a break. But now a couple of weeks has turned into several months and Jack has had enough. He wants his family back. Ex-convict Alice Parker left a mess back in Texas, and she''ll never forgive Jack Galway for killing her dream of ever becoming a Texas Ranger herself. Now, guided by greed and vengeance, she''s got her sights set on his family. Packing up the girls and her grandmother, Susanna heads to a cabin in the Adirondacks, trying to escape her fears, her secrets…and maybe even the man she loves. Little does she realize they are being followed, only this time by her husband…and a murderer.

Carla Neggers'' sizzling novels are loved for their deliciously funny dialogue, electrifying suspense, and heart-stopping romance. Here, the New York Times bestselling author presents a fast-paced, scintillating tale of love, art, and danger.... JUST BEFORE SUNRISE Annie Payne realizes her dream when she moves to San Francisco and opens an art gallery. But when she accepts a secret commission to bid for a painting going on the auction block, she finds herself thrown into a haunting swirl of events linked to a five-year-old unsolved murder. Who is this secret client? Marina owner Garvin MacCrae was determined to have the portrait of his late wife, and knows of only one person who would want it enough to outbid him. Could the intriguing art dealer who represented the auction winner hold the key to the mystery of his wife''s death? Working together to untangle a murderer''s clues, Garvin and Annie strike so many sparks off each other that they could start another San Francisco fire -- a four-alarmer fueled by an explosive mix of suspicion, attraction, and love.

An idyllic cottage. An unlikely suicide. A conspiracy that could blow the lid off the Department of Justice. Three months ago Quinn Harlowe left the high-pressure hallways of the Justice Department to become an independent consultant and have more control over her life—maybe even have a life. But the nirvana of her new gig is short-lived when Quinn discovers her friend and former colleague Alicia Morrow dead outside Quinn''s bayside cottage. Suicide? Quinn is doubtful. Investigating on her own, she soon discovers that someone is following her every move. Huck McCabe claims he''s a bodyguard at Breakwater, a high-security compound near Quinn''s cottage. But Quinn suspects he''s lying, never imagining the truth: McCabe is an undercover agent trying to penetrate a violent network of vigilantes—the same people Quinn has identified. Joined by a common goal, Quinn and McCabe must fight the bastion of law and order…a fight they know could lead to disaster.

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Two people, isolated by their pasts. An obsessive killer who will force them together. Welcome to Saint''s Gate. Emma Sharpe is summoned to a Maine convent, partly for her FBI art crimes work, partly because of her past with the Order. At issue is a mysterious painting of Irish lore and Viking legends. But when the nun who contacted her is murdered, it seems legend is becoming deadly reality. Colin Donovan is one of the FBI''s most valuable deep-cover agents. Back home in Maine after his latest mission, a contact clues him in to an intrigue of murder, international art heists and long-held secrets that is too tempting to resist. As danger spirals ever closer, Colin is certain of only one thing—Emma Sharpe is at the center of it all.

www.CarlaNeggers.com In this vivid and suspenseful novel, New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers takes readers on a heart-stopping journey Emma Sharpe, granddaughter of world-renowned art detective Wendell Sharpe, is a member of a small Boston-based FBI team. For a decade, Emma and her grandfather have been trailing a thief whose first heist was an ancient Celtic cross. Since then, the Sharpes receive a replica after every new theft—reminding them of their failure to capture their prey. When Emma finds a murder victim holding a small, cross-inscribed stone—one she recognizes all too well—her fiancé, FBI deep-cover agent Colin Donovan, is troubled. But together they dig deeper, certain there is more to this murder than meets the eye. As the danger escalates, the couple faces questions about their relationship. Can they give their hearts and souls to their work and have anything left for each other? Before they can focus on their future, they must outwit one of the smartest, most ruthless killers they''ve ever encountered. Includes the bonus story Rock Point

Discover the story of one of the New York Times–bestselling author’s most beloved characters in this Sharpe & Donovan series prequel novella. Seven years after suffering an unspeakable loss, Finian Bracken is recently out of seminary and leaving Ireland to serve a small parish in the quaint but struggling fishing village of Rock Point, Maine. Here he meets FBI agent Colin Donovan for the first time . . . and discovers the dangerous secrets he left back home in Ireland. Smugglers are using the Bracken family’s old whiskey distillery as cover for their illicit activities—and the violent group isn’t going down without a fight. Praise for the Sharpe & Donovan series “A crime thriller of real depth and complexity.” —The Providence Journal on Thief’s Mark “Fast-paced, action-packed . . . will appeal to fans of Lisa Jackson and Lisa Gardner.” —Library Journal on Saint’s Gate “[An] intense, edge-of-your-seat whirlwind.” —Booklist on Liar’s Key

New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers masters the nonstop suspense and pulse-pounding romance when Gabriella Starr reluctantly teams up with a hunky DA to find out who''s been following her. Gabriella Starr has silk suits, champagne tastes, and a great new career. She also has a strange man following her around Boston. Two of them, actually. When she tries to chase down the first, she encounters the second—ex-cop and new DA Cam Yaeger. He''s sure she''s in trouble, but Gabriella bristles when he offers to help. She''s way too attracted to him, and it''s not like her to go for law-enforcement types anyway. She''s far too independent, too naturally defiant. And she''s spent too many nights in jail... Cam Yeager likes cold beer, his Bruins sweatshirt, and shaving every other day. He knows all about Gabriella Starr, her eccentric father, and their years rescuing rare, endangered orchids no matter the stakes. Now something shady is going on in Boston. And something explosive is hovering on the horizon as well: the wild fireworks of two intense opposites falling in love...

Rediscover New York Times best seling author, Carla Neggers, sixth book of her thrilling Cold Ridge Series. On what is supposed to be a quiet long weekend in New Hampshire, Deputy U.S. Marshal Mackenzie Stewart is viciously attacked at the lakefront cottage of her friend, federal judge Bernadette Peacham. Mac fends off her attacker, but he manages to escape. Everything suggests he''s a deranged drifter—until FBI special agent Andrew Rook arrives. With Rook, Mac broke her own rule not to get involved with anyone in law enforcement, but she knows he isn''t up from Washington, D.C., to set things straight between them. He''s on a case. As the hunt for the mysterious attacker continues, the case takes an unexpected turn when Mac and Rook return to Washington and find Bernadette''s ex-husband, a powerful attorney, shot to death. Then Bernadette disappears, and Mac and Rook realize the stakes are higher than either had imagined, and a master criminal with nothing left to lose is prepared to gamble everything.

From New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers She thought she’d turned her life around… until danger comes sweeping in. Deputy US Marshal Juliet Longstreet has made her share of enemies, and now one of them is out of prison and threatening to kill her. Her mission: find him first. Hot on her suspect’s trail is Special Forces officer Ethan Brooker, who has a way of dropping into Juliet’s life without warning. Ethan is a man Juliet knows she should avoid, but she needs answers—and his help. They agree to team up, and as they fight their growing attraction to each other, their race to stop a ruthless killer takes them north to Juliet’s family in Vermont…and into the heart of a dangerous web of lies, greed, deceit—and murder. Previously Published. Read the Cold Ridge Series by Carla Neggers: Book One: Cold Ridge Book Two: Night’s Landing Book Three: The Rapids Book Four: Dark Sky Book Five: Breakwater Book Six: Abandon

From New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers When a murderous plan is put in motion, one woman will do whatever it takes to get the perfect shot. Award-winning photographer Carine Winter accepts the job of photographing a historic Boston home knowing she''s taking a risk—she could run into Tyler North, the pararescuer who all but left her at the altar a year ago. Then Carine finds a body in the house—and the prime suspect in the murder is Tyler North''s best friend. When Tyler hears about the murder, he rushes to see his friend Manny, expecting him to ask for help. Instead, Manny urges Tyler to protect Carine, to take her back to Cold Ridge and away from the temptation to meddle in a murder investigation. Carine is at the center of a deadly game. And the only person she can trust is the person she vowed never to trust again: Tyler. But they''re running out of time—because a killer has followed them to Cold Ridge… Previously Published. Read the Cold Ridge Series by Carla Neggers: Book One: Cold Ridge Book Two: Night’s Landing Book Three: The Rapids Book Four: Dark Sky Book Five: Breakwater Book Six: Abandon

Carla Neggers has a magic touch for weaving spine-tingling suspense with romance so sensual it takes your breath away. Here she’s at her best, in a delightful potpourri of dangerous intrigue, enchanting wit, and spellbinding desire. This time Piper Macintosh’s great-aunt has really gone too far. Eighty-seven-year-old Hannah, who fancies herself a witch, has sold her historic Cape Cod house to a Tennessean whom she claims is the man for her niece. Piper doesn’t think they’re a likely match—particularly not after she meets the reclusive tycoon while trespassing in his garden. Clate Jackson has come to the windswept Cape to forget, not to get involved with the woman who’s digging up valerian root for her great-aunt’s crazy potions. But when Hannah reveals an old family secret and warns of danger on the horizon, Clate reluctantly works with Piper to solve a long-ago murder. Unraveling the secrets of Clate’s past, however, will take what only Piper can supply: her healing love and her own boldly passionate heart...

Lost in the frozen woods of New Hampshire, Penelope Chestnut discovers the wreckage of a small plane. An aviator herself, she sees clues to a conspiracy in the rusted-out remains. Rumors of her discovery bring Wyatt Sinclair to Cold Spring, determined to put to rest a family scandal and learn what really happened to his legendary uncle, who had disappeared with his adventuress lover years earlier. As Wyatt and Penelope investigate, old motives are uncovered and new ones created, including a growing attraction between the pair. But when an unknown enemy emerges with a violence rooted in desperation, uncovering the truth will be far less problematic than surviving it.

Within Reason by Carla Neggers released on Oct 25, 1990 is available now for purchase.

"New York Times"- and "USA Today"-bestselling author Neggers returns to her contemporary romance roots with a heartwarming tale of riches lost and found on the storied Quabbin Reservoir. Original.

From New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers Returning home means returning to danger in this immersive tale of action, intrigue, and romance. Sarah Dunnemore has just returned to her family home in Tennessee when she gets news that her twin brother, Rob, has been seriously wounded in a sniper shooting in Central Park. She rushes to New York to be with him, only to come up against his no-nonsense partner. Deputy U.S. Marshal Nate Winter is the best, and he believes the official investigation is going in the wrong direction—especially when he learns that Sarah is extremely close to her family’s famous neighbor: the president of the United States. Nate follows Sarah back to Night’s Landing because he’s determined to uncover the truth, and he will let nothing—not his and Sarah’s growing attraction for each other, not the mounting danger they face—stand in his way. Previously Published. Read the Cold Ridge Series by Carla Neggers: Book One: Cold Ridge Book Two: Night’s Landing Book Three: The Rapids Book Four: Dark Sky Book Five: Breakwater Book Six: Abandon

When Hannah Marsh meets businessman Win Harling, she struggles with what she needs and the centuries long feud between their families.

In a tragic accident, Emile Labresque''s research ship went down, killing a wealthy philanthropist and four crew members. Emile, his granddaughter, Riley St. Joe, and the captain, Sam Cassain, barely escaped with their lives. But a year later, when Sam''s body washes up on a beach, it looks as if someone is trying to cover up murder…and all evidence points to Emile. Riley can''t believe her grandfather is capable of the vicious crimes, and she is determined to clear his name. But when Emile disappears, Riley turns to the only person willing to help—John Straker, an FBI special agent, who is compelled to help Riley because of his friendship with the old man. Riley and Straker are total opposites from different worlds, but they have something in common—a determination to expose a murderer and save Emile''s life...and a passion they''re finding harder and harder to ignore.

A smalltown librarian lives out her own fairytale when she meets a handsome billionaire in the New York Times–bestselling author’s romance. After a painful breakup, librarian Phoebe O’Dunn knows that happy endings are rare. In her small Massachusetts town, life is quiet and uneventful . . . until she discovers the library’s hidden room. Among its secrets, she finds a spectacular gown—a perfect princess costume for an upcoming masquerade gala in Boston. Billionaire Noah Kendrick is normally wary of meeting women. But as a handsome swashbuckler, he sweeps the beautiful princess Phoebe off her feet. When they meet again in Knights Bridge, neither recognizes the other at first. And neither one is sure they can trust the magic of the night they shared—until an unexpected threat prompts them to unmask their truest selves.

Discovering that two friends from his military past are conducting a secret investigation on the Maine coast, Colin Donovan''s brother, Mike, investigates a freelance intelligence analyst before discovering a link to Emma Sharpe.

Fun and a little hard work. That''s all Tess Haviland had in mind when Ike Grantham paid her for her graphic design work with the run-down, nineteenth-century carriage house on Boston''s North Shore. Then Ike disappeared, and now Tess finds herself with much more than a simple weekend project to get her out of the city. It''s not just the rumors that the carriage house is haunted—it''s the neighbors: six-year-old Dolly Thorne, her reclusive babysitter, Harley Beckett…and especially Dolly''s father, Andrew Thorne, who has his own ideas about why Tess has turned up next door. But when Tess discovers a human skeleton in her dirt cellar, she begins to ask questions about the history of the carriage house, the untimely death of Andrew''s wife…and Ike''s disappearance. Questions a desperate killer wants to silence before the truth reveals that someone got away with murder.

Kara Galway thought moving home to Texas after years in New England would put her life back in perspective. An up-and-coming defense attorney, she intends to concentrate on her career and on spending time with her Texas Ranger brother, Jack, and his wife, Susanna. But fate has something else in store. First, Kara''s good friend and mentor, Connecticut governor Mike Parisi, dies under suspicious circumstances. Then the children of the new governor, Kara''s best friend, Allyson Stockwell, show up unannounced at Kara''s home in Austin. It''s clear the children are scared out of their wits—and hiding something. Something connected to their mother''s new role as governor and to Mike''s death. And then there''s Sam Temple, the Texas Ranger she can''t believe she''s fallen head over heels in love with. Now Kara has to return to Allyson''s home, Stonebrook Cottage, with the children to unravel what exactly is going on. Are the children really in danger? What secrets is Allyson hiding? And what is she going to do about Sam Temple, who has followed her to Connecticut and has no intention of leaving without her?

Includes an excerpt from the author''s Declan''s cross.

A smalltown Vermont café owner and a man out for vengeance track down a killer in this romantic suspense novel by a New York Times–bestselling author. Hannah Shay has finally shown the town of Black Falls what she’s worth. Her Three Sisters Cafe is a success, and she’s soon to become a prosecutor. When the cafe becomes an epicenter for investigators trying to pierce a violent crime ring that’s leaving bloody trails on nearby Cameron Mountain, Hannah suspects a man from her past is involved. Sean Cameron returns to the snowy cold of his Vermont hometown to unmask his father’s killer. Sean has the skills and resources to mount his own search, but he must convince the resistant Hannah to cooperate—because the killer is ready to strike again . . . and closer than anyone ever imagined. Originally published in 2009

“Appealing protagonists, good neighbors, small-town Christmas traditions, and Neggers’s own recipes make for a fine romance.” —Publishers Weekly Clare Morgan is ready for a fresh start when she moves to the small Massachusetts town of Knights Bridge with her young son, Owen. Widowed for six years, Clare settles into her new job as the town librarian. She appreciates the welcome she and Owen receive and enjoys getting the library ready for the annual holiday open house. Clare expects to take it slow with her new life. Then she meets Logan Farrell, a Boston ER doctor in town to help his elderly grandmother settle into assisted living. Slow isn’t a word Logan seems to understand. Accustomed to his fast-paced life, he doesn’t plan to stay for long. But Daisy Farrell enlists her grandson to decorate her house on the village green one last time. Logan looks to Clare for help. She can go through Daisy’s book collection and help him decorate while she’s at it. As Clare and Logan get his grandmother’s house ready for the holidays, what neither of them expects to find is an attraction to each other. Better than most, they know all the crazy things that can happen in life, but everything about Knights Bridge and this magical season invites them to open themselves to new possibilities . . . and new love. “Filled with the joys (and difficulties) a New England winter can bring, along with pleasing references to A Christmas Carol, this quick romance lays on the charm.” —Harlequin Junkie “An enchanting holiday tale.” —RT Book Reviews

Celebrate the holidays with this magical Swift River Valley novella from New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers When fashion designer Alexandra Rankin Hunt is asked to create the dresses for Olivia Frost''s Christmas wedding in tiny Knights Bridge, Massachusetts, she jumps at the chance. She''s certain she''ll never get to design one for herself—not with her history of falling for the wrong men. Ian Mabry, the sexy fighter pilot whose bravery reminded her of her beloved great-grandfather, was the worst yet. To Alexandra''s surprise, Ian is also at Carriage Hill, Olivia''s picturesque country inn. And if anyone can charm his way into a wedding, it''s him. Ian wants more than an invitation—he''s determined to find a way back into Alexandra''s life. Don''t miss Echo Lake, the next novel in Carla Neggers'' unforgettable Swift River Valley series.

Fall in love with the classic small town romance from New York Times Bestselling Author Carla Neggers. Some first impressions require a second chance... Tyler, Wisconsin, is abuzz with plans for its small-town version of a society wedding. But helping with the bridal registry is as close as prim, pretty Nora Gates wants to get to the altar. The self-styled spinster is happy to run her store and live a quiet life. That is, until the groom''s brother rolls into town—again. Byron Forrester was a different man the last time he came to Tyler. He was keeping secrets, lying low—and God help him—falling in love. With Nora. He had to walk away, never expecting to come back. But now that his brother is getting married, Byron returns to Tyler…and to Nora. Will the romantic air help Byron and Nora overcome the past? Previously published.

From New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers An FBI legend, a mysterious antiquities specialist and a brazen art thief draw top agents Emma Sharpe and Colin Donovan into a complex web of blackmail, greed and murder in the next novel in the highly acclaimed Sharpe & Donovan series Emma Sharpe is suspicious when the legendary retired Special Agent Gordon Wheelock drops by her Boston office, sharing rumors about stolen ancient mosaics. Emma, an art-crimes specialist, won’t discuss it. Especially since it involves Oliver York, an unrepentant English thief. Gordy and Emma’s grandfather, a renowned private art detective, chased Oliver for a decade. Gordy knows Wendell Sharpe never gave him everything he had on the thief. When a shocking death occurs, Emma is pulled into the investigation. The evidence points to a deadly conspiracy between Wendell and Oliver, and Emma’s fiancé, deep-cover agent Colin Donovan, knows he can’t stay out of this one. There will be questions about Emma’s role and where her loyalties lie. From Boston to Maine to Ireland, Emma and Colin track a dangerous suspect. With the lives of their families and friends at stake, the Sharpes and Donovans must band together to stop a killer. No one creates exciting, action-packed romantic suspense and international intrigue like New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers. Previously Published. Read the Donovan & Sharpe Series by Carla Neggers: Book One: Saint’s Gate Book Two: Heron’s Cove Book Three: Declan’s Cross Book Four: Harbor Island Book Five: Keeper’s Reach Book Six: Liar’s Key Book Seven: Thief’s Mark Book Eight: Impostor’s Lure Book Nine: Rival’s Break

Enjoy these three gorgeous holiday romances from New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers, national bestselling author Rochelle Alers, and Essence bestselling author Donna Hill! A Knights Bridge Christmas by Carla Neggers Clare Morgan is ready for a fresh start when she moves to the small Massachusetts town of Knights Bridge with her young son, Owen. Widowed for six years, Clare settles into her job as the town’s new librarian. She appreciates the warm welcome she and Owen receive and truly enjoys getting the library ready for its role in the annual holiday open house. Then she meets Logan Farrell, a Boston ER doctor in town to help his elderly grandmother settle into assisted living. He doesn’t plan to stay for long, but Daisy Farrell enlists her grandson to decorate her house on the village green one last time. As Clare and Logan get his grandmother’s house ready for the holidays, what neither of them expects to find is an attraction to each other. Better than most, they know all the crazy things that can happen in life, but everything about Knights Bridge and this magical season invites them to open themselves to new possibilities…and new love. Sweet Silver Bells by Rochelle Alers Then… Being chosen to design luxury hotels in Charleston is a career coup for privileged Crystal Eaton. Meeting charismatic corporate attorney Joseph Cole-Wilson is an unexpected bonus. Until one passion-filled night in Joseph’s penthouse changes her life forever. Now… Haunted by sensual memories, Joseph can’t accept their short-lived liaison as a onetime fling. And when a chance encounter reunites him with the Florida beauty, the Cole heir vows she won’t get away a second time. Even after discovering Crystal’s secret, Joseph knows nothing can dim his desire. He’ll prove it with sweet words of love that could make this a Christmas to remember. If she’ll just say yes… Mistletoe, Baby by Donna Hill Don’t preach to Alexis Montgomery about settling down. She’s got her act together—a fabulous new job, great friends and plenty of dating prospects. She’s happily taking New York City by storm, so why would she ruin things by committing to just one man? If anyone could influence Alexis, it might be Graham Stone. He’s gorgeous and brilliant, enough to make any red-blooded woman question her single status. Unfortunately, he’s also her boss. When these two seductive forces collide, neither thinks past the sparks they are generating. But their rendezvous has an unexpected consequence during the holiday season—one that could make them never want to walk away…from each other.

Kylie Shaw finds herself attracted to Russ Colton, a private investigator who''s in Knights Bridge to keep his Hollywood-costume-designer client out of trouble.

Two estranged lovers are reunited in the hunt for a deadly arsonist in this thrilling romantic suspense tale by a New York Times–bestselling author. The small town of Black Falls, Vermont, finally feels safe again—until search-and-rescue expert Rose Cameron discovers a body, burnt almost beyond recognition. Almost. Rose is certain that she knows the victim’s identity . . . and that his death was no accident. Nick Martini also suspects an arsonist’s deliberate hand. Another fire killed an arson investigator in California months ago. Now the rugged smoke jumper is determined to follow the killer’s trail . . . even if it leads straight to Rose. Nick and Rose haven’t seen each other since they shared a single night of blind passion, but they can’t let memories and unhealed wounds get in the way of their common goal—stopping a merciless killer from taking aim straight at the heart of Black Falls. Originally published in 2010.

In a town of flamboyance, wealth and family feuds, a mystery of the past is about to resurface. Despite her success as a young entrepreneur, Dani Pembroke is a haunted woman. Long ago her mother vanished without a trace, leaving Dani to live with her wealthy relatives, who have their own questionable pasts. Although the residents of Saratoga, New York, gossip that Lilli Pembroke''s disappearance will never be solved, Dani is confident that she will find the truth one day. That day draws near when security expert Zeke Cutler arrives in Saratoga. The two join forces in an effort to find out what really happened to Lilli Pembroke. But Dani is unaware that her fearless partner has his own reasons for uncovering the truth…and that their search is putting them on track to collide with a killer who will do anything to keep that secret buried.

Rebecca Blackburn caught a glimpse of the famed Jupiter Stones as a small child. Unaware of their significance, she forgot about them—until she discovered the priceless, long-missing gems were the key to a deadly chain of events spanning thirty years and three continents…sparing no one. When a seemingly innocent photograph reignites one man''s simmering desire for vengeance, Rebecca turns to Jared Sloan, the love she lost to tragedy and scandal. His own life has changed forever because of the secrets buried deep by their two families. Their relentless quest for the truth will dredge up bitter memories and shocking revelations of misplaced loyalty, dangerous pride and naked ambition…and they will stop at nothing to expose a cold-blooded killer.

A Boston woman seeking refuge finds herself trapped on an island with madman in the New York Times–bestselling author’s romantic suspense. Dr. Antonia Winter has a feeling she’s being stalked. It seems like someone is using her to derail her boyfriend Hank Callahan’s senate campaign. To escape the threatening emails and mysterious whispers, Antonia leaves Boston for a wildlife sanctuary off the Cape. A ramshackle cottage on this desolate coastal island should be the perfect refuge . . . But Antonia is being followed. And now she has placed herself in even greater danger. With a powerful hurricane looming, Hank arrives is determined to bring her back. When the power cuts out and they’re trapped on the island, they face two terrifying fates: either the hurricane will get them—or an obsessed madman will.

They''re your neighbors, your aunts, your sisters and your best friends. They''re women across North America committed to changing and enriching lives, one good deed at a time. Three of these exceptional women have been selected as recipients of Harlequin''s More Than Words award. And three New York Times bestselling authors have kindly offered their creativity to write original short stories inspired by these real-life heroines. We hope these stories inspired by strong, courageous women will touch your heart and motivate the heroine living inside you.

Captivated by Carla Neggers released on Mar 25, 1986 is available now for purchase.

The Groom Who (Almost) Got Away by Carla Neggers released on Apr 24, 1996 is available now for purchase.