New Releases by Cindy Dees

Their rebellion in tatters, freedom fighters Raina of Tyrel, White Heart healer, and Will Cobb, woodsman turned battle wizard, race to wake the Sleeping King, who is their only hope to end the evil Kothite Empire.

Senator Joe Kelley’s secrets have finally come to light and his family is rallying around him to help. But they’re about to find much more than sordid family skeletons: danger—and love—are on the horizon! Private Justice by Marie Ferrarella When a senator is disgraced by scandal, his hotshot attorney son, Dylan, rushes to pick up the pieces. His only ally is the feisty Cindy Jensen, whose loyalty to her boss is as compelling as her drop-dead-gorgeous looks. But Cindy’s grappling with an unexpected pregnancy and scars from the past. Little do she and Dylan know, Senator Kelley has even more secrets…secrets that might cost the newfound lovers their lives. Special Ops Bodyguard by Beth Cornelison Gage Prescott can’t put his finger on it, but something about waitress Kate Rogers. Not that it matters. The battle-scarred ex-Army Ranger has come to this Montana town as bodyguard to Senator Kelley, not to let a pretty face distract him. But Kate has her own mission. If Gage can assist with her sister’s abusive husband, she’ll accept that gratefully. But will their growing passion interfere when their duties involve life and death? Cowboy Under Siege by Gail Barrett An enemy of the Kelley family is seeking vengeance on Cole Kelley—and the Montana ranch he’ll fight fiercely to protect. His land is the only thing Cole can depend on. Not his powerful, scandal-ridden father. And especially not Bethany Moore—the beautiful nurse who left him years ago…and is now back with secrets. Their flame burned brightly once before, but will they have a chance to rekindle it before all is lost? Rancher Under Cover by Carla Cassidy Surgeon Caitlin O’Donahue nearly lost her life doing volunteer work in the jungles of El Salvador. She escapes to her childhood ranch to discover her father is in hiding. The only man she can trust is a stranger—undercover agent Rhett Kane, who is hell-bent on busting Caitlin’s father. When his dual lives collide, he’s left with the ultimate choice. Will he choose love over duty—and will it cost him his life’s mission? Missing Mother-To-Be by Elle Kennedy Lana Kelley never imagined the magical night she shared with a stranger would result in pregnancy. But when she’s kidnapped, Lana is shocked to discover one of her captors is none other than the father of her unborn child. Though mercenary Deacon Holt tries to remain detached, he can’t deny he still wants Lana. And when her life is threatened, Deacon will risk all to help her escape... Captain’s Call of Duty by Cindy Dees Captain Jim Kelley is thunderstruck. Suddenly Alexandra Mendez has gone from tomboy to all woman. Alex is under his command on a dangerous undercover mission, but Jim has to keep reminding himself they were only pretending to be lovers. Alex has loved Jim all her life, but they’d always been just friends. Jim’s sudden attention is unexpected…and thrilling. But is Jim just infatuated by her looks, or is it her he wanted?

Susan Monroe never, ever, wants to see her big brother''s best friend again. Small problem: a killer from her past has found her, and only the Blackjacks--including Special Forces operative, Mac Conlon--can save her. When Mac shows up at Susan''s ranch to take over protection duty, he hopes he can make amends for leaving her the way he did ten years ago. But Susan has grown up, and she''s having nothing to do with forgiving him. As a dangerous assassin chases them across the wilds of west Texas, Mac and Susan walk a fine line between life and death, love and hate.

Kate Hewitt: Váratlan véletlen Aznap, amikor Angelo luxuslakosztálya magányában készül megünnepelni győzelmét a Corretti család fölött, döbbenten megtorpan. Lucia is mozdulatlanná dermed a félmeztelen férfi láttán. Pedig mindig is tudta, hogy egy napon újra találkozni fognak… Jennifer Faye: Szerelem az étlapon Lizzie-t utoléri a végzete: az olasz Dante DeFiore mesterszakáccsal dolgozhat együtt, aki amellett hogy nagyon gazdag, hírhedt nőcsábász is. A lány nem is képes neki ellenállni, pedig jól tudja, hogy a férfi az egyéjszakás kalandok híve… Sophie Pembroke: Tanúból vőlegény? Az ifjú Zeke Ashton, a család fekete báránya van olyan arcátlan, hogy hazatérjen a bátyja esküvőjére tanúnak, holott a menyasszony éppen az ő régi kedvese, Thea. Vagy talán pont azért érkezett, hogy visszahódítsa a lányt? Cindy Dees: Elkönyvelt csók A könyvelő Miának hatalmában áll romba dönteni Zeke cégét. De aztán megpillantja a legvonzóbb férfit, akit valaha látott, és egyik pillanatról a másikra a rutin üzleti ügy érzelmi hullámvasúttá válik…

"In Cindy Dees and Bill Flippin''s ''The Sleeping King'' our intrepid adventurers found the imprisoned echo of a long lost king on the Dream Plane. He told them how to wake him in the mortal realm: find his lost regalia--crown, ring, sword, shield, and bow--and rejoin them with his sleeping body. [Now], in ''The Dreaming Hunt, '' the heroes begin their quest. But they''ve caught the attention of powerful forces determined to stop them. Worse, their visit to the Dream Plane has unleashed chaos, and the fight is spilling over into the mortal realm. They frantically outrun old enemies and pick up new ones: imperial hunters, a secret cabal of mages, a criminal league, and a changeling army. Are they just pawns in larger political dramas, or are they crystallizing into the nucleus of a rebellion? Can they find the regalia necessary to wake the Sleeping King before they are utterly destroyed?"--Provided by publisher.

Her secret spy: Despite her psychic gifts, Lissa Clearmont can''t figure out undercover spy Max Kuznetsov. All she knows is the gorgeous guy who saved her life. And now they''re fighting Russian mobsters...and their extra-sensual passion. Although he''s protecting her, Lissa knows Max keeps his dark self -- and true mission -- hidden. It pains her when Max doubts the powers that have already cost her a normal life. But when Lissa foretells inescapable danger, Max and his team of SEALs must believe in her...or the dead people she sees will be all of them.

Looking for heart-racing romance and breathless suspense? Want stories filled with life-and-death situations that cause sparks to fly between adventurous, strong women and brave, powerful men? Harlequin® Romantic Suspense brings you all that and more with four new full-length titles for one great price every month! COWBOY AT ARMS Cowboys of Holiday Ranch by Carla Cassidy Trisha Cahill fears her murderous ex, so she moves to Bitterroot, Oklahoma, where she keeps her life—and her son—to herself. Cowboy Dusty Crawford falls for the reticent beauty, but when her past catches up with her, can true love prevail? COLTON BABY HOMECOMING The Coltons of Texas by Lara Lacombe Search and rescue worker Ridge Colton is hot on the trail of a serial killer—and his long-lost love, Dr. Darcy Marrow. When Ridge finds a baby abandoned on his porch, the stakes—and the passion—have never been higher… HER SECRET SPY Code: Warrior SEALs by Cindy Dees Free-spirited Lissa Clearmont moves to New Orleans in an attempt to put her FBI past behind her. But when she meets Max Kuznetsov, who''s secretly working undercover to find a killer, secrets and lies might threaten lives and love. WEDDING TAKEDOWN Silver Valley P.D. by Geri Krotow After small-town florist Kayla Paruso witnesses a gruesome murder, she must put her own tragic past—and her potential future with hunky detective Rio Ortega—on the line for justice. Look for 4 heart-racing new stories every month from Harlequin® Romantic Suspense!

From New York Times bestselling author Cindy Dees – a thrilling new romance with a sinister edge.

"The Sleeping King is the start of a new fantasy series by New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Cindy Dees. Dees has won a Golden Heart Award, two RITAs for Category Suspense and Adventure and has also twice snared RT''s Series Romantic Suspense of the Year. She is a great storyteller, and the adventures in her more than fifty novels are often inspired by her own life. But as much as she love romances, Cindy''s other passion has been fantasy gaming. For almost twenty years she''s been involved with Dragon Crest, one of the original live action role-playing games. She''s the story content creator on the game, and wanted to do an epic fantasy based on it, with the blessing and input of Dragon Crest founder Bill Flippin. The Sleeping King is the first in an epic fantasy series, featuring the best of the genre: near immortal imperial overlords, a prophecy of a sleeping elven king who''s said to be the savior of the races. and two young people who are set on a path to save the day"--

A soldier becomes a protector to woman going up against organized crime in this romantic suspense from a New York Times–bestselling author. Going undercover in a seedy New Orleans club to find her brother, Eve Hankova knows the dangers. But she isn’t prepared for the blazing heat arcing between her and the customer who “buys” her for his exclusive pleasure. Like wildfire, it burns hot and out of control. Navy SEAL Ashe Konig knows no other way to protect Eve from the Russian mob she’s infiltrated at the club. But for this disillusioned loner, is it a suicide mission? As heavily armed mobsters breathe down their necks, the stubborn woman refuses to quit. Ashe doesn’t know who poses the greater danger—the ruthless killers who threaten their lives or the sweet innocent who threatens his heart.

Looking for heart-racing romance and breathless suspense? Want stories filled with life-and-death situations that cause sparks to fly between adventurous, strong women and brave, powerful men? Harlequin® Romantic Suspense brings you all that and more with four new full-length titles for one great price every month! HOW TO SEDUCE A CAVANAUGH Cavanaugh Justice by USA TODAY bestselling author Marie Ferrarella Kelly Cavanaugh and Kane Durant could barely be friends, much less partners, and never in a million years lovers. But while working together to solve a series of seemingly random home invasions, whatever chill existed between them transforms into a sizzling passion… COLTON''S COWBOY CODE The Coltons of Oklahoma by Melissa Cutler Pregnant and desperate, Hannah Grayson never expects to face the baby''s father at a job interview! Cowboy Brett Colton gives her the position and vows to protect her and their unborn baby, but when long-buried secrets turn deadly, no one on the ranch is safe. UNDERCOVER WITH A SEAL Code: Warrior SEALs by New York Times bestselling author Cindy Dees Eve Hankova demanded answers from the Russian mob about her missing brother, thereby adding herself to their list of enemies. Her only shot at answers—and survival—lies with her reluctant rescuer, a burned-out and far-too-appealing navy SEAL. TEMPTING TARGET Dangerous in Dallas by Addison Fox After priceless jewels are discovered in the floor of a prominent Dallas bridal boutique, a detective and the alluring wedding caterer he''s protecting race to find the villain plotting to recover the gems…and perhaps they''ll give in to a simmering attraction, which might necessitate a walk down the aisle!

Red-hot attraction is dangerous in this new Prescott Bachelors romance by New York Times bestselling author Cindy Dees To help his brothers, marine pilot Archer Prescott goes undercover to find out who''s sabotaging their movie set. But the die-hard bachelor isn''t ready for what he finds in the High Sierras: his doe-eyed, girl-next-door camerawoman is the prime suspect. Marley Stringer isn''t as innocent as she seems. As Marley turns irresistible and the aerial "accidents" turn deadly, Archer begins to wonder who''s more dangerous--the perfect woman who threatens his heart...or the desperate killer who threatens his life.

High-Stakes Playboy - Cindy Dees To help his brothers, marine pilot Archer Prescott goes undercover to find out who''s sabotaging their movie set. But the die-hard bachelor isn''t ready for what he finds in the High Sierras: his doe-eyed, girl-next-door camerawoman is the prime suspect. Marley Stringer isn''t as innocent as she seems. As Marley turns irresistible and the aerial "accidents" turn deadly, Archer begins to wonder who''s more dangerous -- the perfect woman who threatens his heart...or the desperate killer who threatens his life. The Eligible Suspect - Jennifer Morey Letting a stranger into her secluded home in the wilderness may be loner Savanna Ivy''s biggest mistake. But tall, sexy Korbin Maguire was stranded in a blizzard and she can''t resist his charm despite his shady past and secretive manner. A stunning, independent artist from a famous Hollywood family, Savanna has always fallen for -- then been hurt by -- bad boys. And Korbin is definitely a bad boy -- albeit an innocent one. Framed for two murders, he has a gunman in hot pursuit and a sizzling passion for Savanna! But can she exonerate Korbin before it''s too late?

Former SEAL, Mike McCloud, is investigating a rogue scientist with a penchant for viruses. Undercover CIA agent, Piper Roth, is bearing down on a homegrown separatist group with an agenda against Uncle Sam. When the investigations collide, the pair''s smoking hot one-night-stand in the capital of Sudan proves a huge mistake. Now Mike and Piper must put aside their proclivity for brinkmanship and join forces in the face of a double-fisted terrorist attack-one viral, one electro-magnetic-pouring Hell''s fury upon one unsuspecting American city, turning it into a lethal fever zone. The book U.S. Homeland Security doesn''t want you to read. Discover Cindy Dee''s first-hand encounter with Homeland Security agents at www.ebookdiscovery.com/EbolaFeverZone PRAISE FOR CINDY DEES: "Dees blends action and intrigue with deft skill, keeping readers enthralled until the final secret is unveiled and the last chase winds down." RT Book Reviews on Close Pursuit "Finally Women with a killer instinct for self-preservation...highly, hotly, recommended " M Hartsell, on Killer Instinct ABOUT CINDY DEES: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, Cindy Dees earned her pilot''s license before her driver''s license. Upon completing a degree in Russian and East European Studies, she joined the U.S. Air Force and became the youngest female pilot in its history. Now an author of 45 books, Cindy enjoys Middle Eastern dancing, Japanese gardening, and medieval reenacting...when she isn''t busy crafting another thrilling tale.

A woman with a dark past risks her heart when she’s pursued—and protected—by a sexy celebrity in this romantic suspense from a New York Times bestseller. Wannabe stuntwoman Ana Izzolo can’t believe she’s landed a starring role in actor-producer Jackson Prescott’s new film. A plain-Jane nobody and a megastar? Their on-screen chemistry is electric, burning up the celluloid—but offscreen, Ana is stalked by danger. Like a true Hollywood hero, Jackson whisks her to his oceanfront mansion, practicing love scenes while keeping her safe. But when their real-life relationship starts mirroring the movie’s leading couple, the confirmed bachelor fears he may fall for the doe-eyed ingenue. If the stalker doesn’t get her first.

Looking for heart-racing romance and high-stakes suspense? Want stories filled with life-and-death situations that cause sparks to fly between adventurous, strong women and brave, powerful men? Harlequin® Romantic Suspense brings you all that and more with four new full-length titles for one great price every month! HER COLTON LAWMAN (The Coltons: Return to Wyoming) By New York Times bestseller Carla Cassidy With his town under quarantine and an escaped killer on the loose, Sheriff Flint Colton must protect the one woman who can testify against the murderer. But getting close to Nina could just prove his undoing. HIGH-STAKES BACHELOR (The Prescott Bachelors) By Cindy Dees When stuntwoman Ana lands her first big role, she finds herself the target of an increasingly violent stalker. The movie’s star, Jackson, insists she stay with him for her safety. Can she risk both her career and her heart? TEXAS STAKEOUT By New York Times bestseller Virna DePaul An undercover stakeout becomes a mission to protect for U.S. marshal Dylan when the fugitive’s widowed sister is targeted. Can he do his job and win the woman he’s come to think of as his own? DESIGNATED TARGET (To Protect and Serve) By Karen Anders After rescuing the genius Dr. Skylar Baang, NCIS agent Fitzgerald must protect the beautiful scientist from betrayal by her own government—without falling too hard for her himself!

Aide worker Katy McMann was tending to the wounded in a wartorn country when she stumbled upon the cause of the conflict–the king of Baraq. The enigmatic Nikolas Ramsey hid among imprisoned men until he could find a way to restore himself to the throne.

When they are sent to Cuba to help care for hurricane survivors, Katie McCloud and her husband Dr. Alex Peters are plunged into a world of espionage that puts them on opposing sides, which threatens their bond to each other.

Pour protéger mon fils, Cindy Dees Désorienté, Nick ouvre les yeux avec difficulté. Que fait-il dans une chambre d’hôpital ? Et qui est cette femme d’une beauté incroyable, assise à son chevet ? Elle s’appelle Laura, lui révèle-t-elle. Et, cinq ans plus tôt, ils ont vécu ensemble une véritable passion. C’était avant que Nick ne disparaisse du jour au lendemain, sans jamais plus lui donner de nouvelles. Nick est sous le choc. Où était-il pendant toutes ces années ? Il n’en a aucun souvenir... Pourtant, il comprend bientôt à quel point il est urgent qu’il recouvre la mémoire. Car Laura poursuit en lui expliquant qu’il a vraisemblablement été séquestré pendant tout ce temps, par des criminels qui ont aujourd’hui décidé de s’en prendre à Adam. Leur fils de quatre ans... L’héritière et le détective privé, Mallory Kane Qui est responsable de la tragédie qui a coûté la vie à son père ? Juliana s’est juré de le découvrir après que la coûteuse passerelle que son père venait de faire construire dans son casino s’est effondrée, le tuant sur le coup. Mais alors qu’elle mène sa propre enquête – la police ayant conclu à un banal accident – elle comprend très vite que sa vie est en danger. On la menace, comme si on voulait l’empêcher d’interroger l’architecte ayant réalisé le projet... Aussi, quand John Dawson, un détective privé, lui propose de l’aider et de la protéger, n’hésite-t-elle pas à l’engager. Même si elle le soupçonne d’avoir d’autres intérêts dans cette affaire que sa simple protection...

More Than Words: Bestselling authors & Real-life heroines Each year, the Harlequin More Than Words award is given to three women who have worked hard to change people''s lives for the better. Inspired by their accomplishments, three bestselling authors have written stories to honor these real-life heroines. In Light This Candle, Major Mitch McConnell has arrived home after serving overseas for nearly two years. Now he can finally give his condolences to Cassidy Frazier, whose husband died under his command. But when he tracks down the single mother, he finds out that Cassidy is about to be evicted and her son, Cody, is in the hospital. At first, Cassidy tells Mitch she doesn''t want his help. The military wasn''t there for her when it mattered most, so she certainly doesn''t need them now. But Mitch is more than a soldier: he''s a caring, gentle man who''s determined to ease Cassidy''s burdens. And if she lets him into her family, perhaps she can give Mitch something worth fighting for... Look for all three ebooks inspired by real-life heroines: Good Neighbors by Sheila Roberts, Just Joe by Carla Cassidy and Light This Candle by Cindy Dees.

Keep the daughter of your enemy closer Kindergarten teacher Willa Merris has never wanted her father''s lavish lifestyle. But when he''s murdered, she becomes the executor of his estate. To add insult to injury, Gabe Dawson--her father''s nemesis--informs her that she''s on the brink of financial collapse. Willa doesn''t trust him--or herself...not to run her hands over his chiseled physique. Billionaire Gabe Dawson still remembers the gawky teenager Willa was. But that awkward girl is now a sultry, beautiful woman. Gabe knows he should keep his distance, but he can''t, especially when peril is in hot pursuit. Now he''ll risk his own life to protect the woman he''s dangerously falling for....

"I have no idea what I''m supposed to do with you." Since Grayson Pierce''s family was murdered, loyalty to Code X--and a death wish--is all that keeps him going. But now the hardened agent is facing his riskiest assignment yet. "Sam," a distractingly sexy operative with supersensitive vision, will need Gray''s nearness more than she''s willing to admit. But will their combustible chemistry compromise their mission? It will take all of Grayson''s training to stay focused as he and Sam uncover a dangerous high-tech conspiracy. Because he can''t risk the consequences to national security...or the woman who''s jump-started his will to live.

"Trent Hollings has been secretly engineered to be the fastest man on earth. But when undercover forensics accountant Chloe Jordan walks into his life, with all her sexy reserve, time stands still for him. Not even the threat of retaliation from a powerful drug cartel can stop Trent from using his superhuman skills to keep her safe. Chloe takes one look at Trent and sees everything she''s ever craved and avoided when it comes to men: adventure--and lies. Still, she knows that it''s only a matter of time before she surrenders to this smoking-hot man. But when the enemy finds them, Chloe is confronted with a truth that could destroy her love for Trent forever."--P. [4] of cover.

Kinsey Hollingsworth''s tropical–getaway plans didn''t include dodging gunshots. Or a speedboat chase with Mitch Perovski, the tall and tempting spy who''d commandeered her boat. But the socialite would handle anything Mitch demanded whether it meant going undercover or under the covers. Mitch didn''t work with partners. And although Kinsey proved she was more than a pampered heiress, she was no match for the assassin targeting them...or for Mitch''s smoldering desire. He had to get through this one high–stakes task with her. But after a night in Kinsey''s arms, could he walk away from their partnership for good?

"Senior H.O.T. Watch controller Jennifer Blackfoot can''t wrap her head around Jeff Winston''s words of warning. Ever since picking up the sexy wildman during a prisoner exchange, her life has irrevocably changed. There''s no way one of the best government surveillance operations in the world is compromised. ... For a woman who never believed in soul mates or destiny, Jennifer wonders if she can put the brakes on ... and work with Jeff to protect H.O.T. Watch"--Page 4 of cover

"I''m one of the good guys, dammit." Her only chance to rescue two orphaned children meant Elise Omayo had to go under cover...as a nun. Yet braving the Colombian jungle was nothing compared to keeping her ruse up once she met Ted Fisher. The sexy solider was on his own danger-filled mission but he was also the only man who could help her. How had he gone from impersonating a deadly arms dealer to playing protector to a feisty nun? There was no denying Elise desperately needed his assistance, but their mutual attraction had the special ops officer thoroughly confused. Just what secret was Elise keeping...and could he uncover it before time ran out for them both?

"Mendez? What happened to you?" Captain Jim Kelley was thunderstruck. Suddenly Alexandra Mendez had gone from one of the guys, kid sister and tomboy to all woman. Alex was under his command on a dangerous undercover mission, but Jim had to keep reminding himself they were only pretending to be lovers. Alex had loved Jim all her life, but they''d always been just friends. Now working together to thwart an assassination plot, their cover required her to unearth her femininity. Jim''s sudden attention was unexpected…and thrilling. But was Jim just infatuated by her looks, or was it her he wanted?

Cowboy Under Siege by Gail Barrett An enemy is seeking revenge on Cole Kelley and his Montana ranch. His land is the only thing Cole can depend on not his powerful, scandal–ridden fatherand especially not Bethany Moore the beautiful nurse who left him years ago. Bethany will go up against her own family to help Cole''s ranch, and the proud cowboy whose guarded heart is as under siege as his land. Their flame burned brightly once before, but will they have a chance to rekindle it before all is lost? The Spy''s Secret Family by Cindy Dees When Nick Cass wakes up in hospital with a case of amnesia and a beautiful woman at his bedside, he only remembers that he was held captive for five grueling years. Surely he wouldn''t forget someone as gorgeous as Laura Delaney. But Laura assures him that she and their son are very real Laura never forgot Nick even after he disappeared years before. She knows he will someday have to face his demons, but not when that day is nowas their son has been kidnapped.