New Releases by Helen Hardt

The Steel Legends continue… The riveting twists and turns of Helen Hardt’s Steel Brothers Saga continue with Steel Legends. The next generation of Colorado’s Western Slope’s most successful yet tortured dynasty faces new challenges and adventures with all the secrets and seduction that have captivated readers around the globe. Whether you''re new to the Steel universe or already a diehard fan, the Steel Legends collection of duets will have you on the edge of your seat with its dark suspense and heart-pounding emotionally charged love stories. Each duet can be read alone and will also serve as an introduction to the original Steel Brothers Saga.

He is sin. She doesn’t care. Diana Steel has it all—a luxurious Denver penthouse, a limitless trust fund, and the job of her dreams at one of the city’s top architecture firms. Housing brooding Dragon Locke isn’t a priority, but when her sister asks, Diana relents. Dragon knows what it means to fight for survival. Abandoned at eight and raised in the system, he’s been hardened by life’s brutal lessons. Addiction nearly destroyed him, and after a disastrous fall during his band’s European tour, he’s clawing his way back. Fresh out of rehab, he’s determined to rebuild on his own terms. Diana’s offer of a place to stay should be the lifeline Dragon needs, but he hates charity, especially from someone like her. Yet when he steps into her world, the undeniable chemistry between them ignites something neither can control. But Dragon is a man scarred by his past, with secrets so dark they threaten to consume him. He’s shared only fragments with his therapist and his closest friend—the rest he’s vowed to take to his grave. As Diana draws closer, she risks getting burned by the firestorm of pain and passion inside him. And Dragon isn’t sure he can let her in without dragging her into the depths of hell.

Enter a world of mystery, suspense, sin, and heart-wrenching emotion with Helen Hardt''s new series! ufeffWhen love and vengeance collide… Raven Bellamy is a survivor. She stared down cancer and won, emerging stronger and more determined to savor every moment of the life she nearly lost. Whether it''s inhaling the scent of every rose or basking in each sunrise on her family’s ranch, Raven is living on her own terms. Vincent Gallo, Jr. spent seventeen years running from a past drenched in blood. Now he’s back with a singular purpose—to destroy his mafia family from within. He’s prepared for the darkness ahead, ready to sacrifice anything and everything to fulfill his mission. Until he meets Raven Bellamy. Her resilience, her beauty, her spirit—despite the scars of her battle—ignite a passion in him that he thought was long dead. She haunts his thoughts, turning his carefully laid plans upside down. Vinnie knows he can’t drag her into his deadly world, but he also can''t stay away. Raven is no stranger to fighting for what she wants, and the blazing chemistry between them is impossible to ignore. She’s not about to let Vinnie walk away, even if it means stepping into the shadows he inhabits. As the stakes escalate, the line between duty and desire blurs. Vinnie is ready to sacrifice everything—even his relationship with Raven—for vengeance.

Bridgerton meets Fifty Shades in this long-awaited fifth book in Helen Hardt''s Sex and the Season series! Lady Patricia Price-Adams has spent the last four years secretly longing for Thomas Jameson, her sister-in-law''s dashing brother. Thirteen years her senior, Thomas, the newly minted Earl of Ashford, is handsome, intelligent, and being pressured by society to take a wife and carry out his duty of producing an heir. At the unofficial commencement of the season—a grand ball at the Ashford Estate—Tricia sees her chance amidst the glittering chandeliers and swirling gowns. While Thomas is captivated by Tricia''s beauty and spirit, he won''t be coerced into taking a wife before he''s ready. Still, he can''t resist her, and when she finds herself in peril, he''s only too happy to come to her rescue. But he has other issues to attend to, not the least of which is uncovering the truth about his father''s untimely death. Danger seems to lurk in the most unexpected corners of the Ashford Estate, and Tricia and Thomas are inadvertently drawn into a whirlwind of intrigue and danger. As secrets unravel and their feelings intensify, every moment is a step closer to uncovering a truth that could change everything—and possibly cost them their lives.

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Helen Hardt comes a deeply emotional tale of being lost, until light—and love—brings you back to shore... Some days I can almost see the person I used to be. See the version of myself that felt joy, even passion. But she''s gone...just out of reach. Life moves on for everyone else, though, and as my best friend’s maid-of-honor, I have a bachelorette party to plan—in Jamaica, no less. And that means working side by side with the best man: Benjamin Black. Billionaire. Workaholic. Ultimate bachelor. The perfect catch for any woman—unless she''s lost her sense of self. Apparently my body hasn’t gotten the memo. Because from the second we meet, something begins stirring, warming my blood. And when our hands touch, it’s a heady reminder that even if I feel numb, my heart still beats. He’s nothing like I thought. Every moment with him unshackles a little more of my fears, cracks another layer of ice. But I should be afraid—and so should he. Because the past never lets go so easily. Trigger Warning: My Heart Still Beats is a dark, emotional romance with a happy ending. However, the story includes elements that might not be suitable for all readers. Sexual assault, physical assault, rape, child molestation, suicidal thoughts, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, PTSD, panic attacks, murder, and blood are shown in the novel. Readers who may be sensitive to these elements, please take note.

Are you missing the Steel Brothers? Are you yearning for more? Welcome to the next generation! Join the grown children of Jonah, Talon, Ryan, and Marjorie for new adventures, mysteries, and heart-pounding passion. The action, drama, and secrecy continue March 26, 2024!

Enter a world of mystery, suspense, sin, and heart-wrenching emotion with Helen Hardt''s new series! ufeffThey’re drawn into a world of seductive sin… Savannah Gallo sacrificed herself to save her lover and is now imprisoned inside an opulent mansion belonging to a rival crime family. Despite the confining walls, her spirit remains unbroken. She’s nothing if not resilient, and she’s determined to use every ounce of her strength and cunning to outwit her captor. In prison, Falcon Bellamy mastered the art of survival, and he refuses to surrender the woman he loves without a fight. After enlisting his ex-Navy SEAL friend, he goes after Savannah with precision and determination. But Savannah’s captor is also determined. She must face some harsh truths about her family—secrets and betrayals more complex than she ever imagined that put both her and Falcon’s lives in danger.

He’s the melody in her mind… Beautiful Brianna Steel has her life planned out. Graduate college early. Check. Work with her father in the Steel family orchard. Check. Marry Jesse Pike. No check there. Jesse has never given her a look. Finagling her way onto a rock and roll tour with Jesse and his band, Dragonlock, should help move her final goal along. At least Brianna hopes it will. She’s been in love with Jesse since she was fourteen years old, and though she’s had several relationships, no one compares to the darkly handsome rocker. Jesse Pike and his band just got their big break. Opening for Emerald Phoenix on their Europe tour could lead to fame and fortune, and his family desperately needs the money after a fire destroyed their livelihood. He can’t let them down, and he’s determined not to let anything distract him—certainly not vivacious cowgirl Brianna Steel, even if she is the most gorgeous woman he’s ever laid eyes on. In the end, though, it’s not just his attraction to Brianna that puts the tour in jeopardy.

Bridgerton meets Fifty Shades in this spicy Victorian series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Helen Hardt! ufeffLady Sophie MacIntyre has the voice of an angel, but due to her timid nature, no one ever hears it. After losing a bet to her conniving sister, Sophie auditions for the new musicale at the Regal Theatre run by handsome actor Zachary Newland. Though distracted by Zach''s elegant masculinity and her own nerves, she sings well and earns a role in the production. Zach is a confirmed bachelor, and his taste in women leans toward the glamorous and uninhibited...until he meets the demure Sophie. Her delicate soprano and understated beauty captivate him. She responds to his inappropriate kiss, but quickly dismisses the heat between them. She''s a lady of the peerage, after all, and not one to associate with a rake like him. Zach, however, is not so easily dissuaded. He gets what he wants, and he intends to help Sophie find her true voice...in more ways than one.

Bridgerton meets Fifty Shades in this spicy Victorian series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Helen Hardt! Lady Alexandra MacIntyre has made up her mind. Having grown up in near poverty, she''s marrying for money—a lot of money—and she''ll do anything to achieve her goal...even get herself caught in a compromising situation by her overprotective and smugly conventional —although achingly handsome —new stepbrother, Lord Evan Xavier. Evan, the second son of the Earl of Brighton, considers Alexandra a genuine pain in his arse. She''s beautiful, yes, but also headstrong and lacking in social graces and respect for authority. Unfortunately, while his father and her mother are away on their wedding trip, she is his responsibility. When she announces her plan to travel to London, he has no choice but to go along as her protector. When the two are stranded after a carriage accident, circumstances spiral out of control, and the heat between them can''t be denied. Rescue is on its way, but Alexandra still has her own agenda....

Is love enough? Ava Steel is haunted by a ghost that has come back from the grave. She questions who she is and whether she’s capable of being in a relationship with Brendan Murphy, the man she loves. As she shuts down her bakery—something she never does—to deal with these newly discovered secrets, she shuts down her relationship with Brendan as well. Brendan doesn’t want to let Ava go, but he’s dealing with his own issues. As his connection to the Steel family is finally revealed, he and the townspeople of Snow Creek face a financial crisis—one the Steels can’t help them solve. As more and more secrets are unburied from both Ava’s and Brendan’s past, they fight to find their way back together. But the obstacles are large and seem insurmountable.

She’s his sweet sin… Ex-convict Falcon Bellamy served eight years for a crime he didn’t commit. Once he was free, he wasted no time hopping into bed with his parole officer. She was the salve he needed to soothe the demons from his incarceration and the worry for his sister who’s fighting a life-threatening disease. But sweet Savannah Gallo has her own demons. A member of a notorious crime family that robbed her of both her brothers, Savannah tried to leave her past behind. But a rival organization wants her, and they’ll stop at nothing. Savannah knows how to fight back, but she has an Achilles’ heel, and she’s determined to save him from another prison sentence. Falcon is no stranger to sacrifice. He will Savannah out of harm’s way…and he’ll plow through anyone who tries to stop him.

Under his touch, your every desire will...Bloom Today is the day Francesca Thomas was supposed to get married. All she wants is a stiff drink and a whole lot of distraction...which is exactly when she meets him. Tall, dark, and deliciously disguised, the man known only as Phantom awakens her every sense. All Frankie really knows about him is the raw, untamed chemistry that makes her want to relinquish herself—body and soul—to his touch... Phantom has rules, all designed to protect his identity. No names. No personal information. But Frankie is a too-tempting ingenue who threatens all of his cautious, careful control. At the ultra-exclusive Black Rose Underground Club, he can explore each of her deepest, uncharted desires...so long as he keeps his public life—and his secrets—hidden. Frankie’s ready to explore what lies between them. The intensity, the darkness, and the unyielding pleasure of it all. But while the mystery of Phantom is thrilling, secrets are one game she won’t play. And if she’s going to explore the forbidden, she’ll begin with finding out exactly who’s under the mask... Each book in the Black Rose series is STANDALONE: * Blush * Bloom * Blossom

Are you missing the Steel Brothers? Are you yearning for more? Welcome to the next generation! Join the grown children of Jonah, Talon, Ryan, and Marjorie for new adventures, mysteries, and heart-pounding passion. The action, drama, and secrecy continue June 27, 2023!

In prison, they called him Savage. Falcon Bellamy spent years locked up for a crime he didn’t commit, which shattered his dream of serving his country as a Navy SEAL. When he''s granted early parole to help with a family emergency, he’s determined to reclaim his life. The last thing Falcon wants or needs is a relationship, but when he meets his beautiful parole officer, he knows he''s in trouble. Savannah Gallo is supposed to keep Falcon on the straight and narrow, but she can’t help getting drawn into his brooding darkness and intensity. Her gorgeous parolee is off-limits, but their chemistry proves too explosive to ignore. Between the sheets they can escape the secrets they’re both keeping—secrets that spell danger for them and those they love. But secrets never stay hidden forever, and when theirs collide, the fallout could be devastating.

A threat. A ghost from the past. A murder. And two tortured souls seeking solace in each other. Ex-Navy SEAL Leif Ramsey—known as Phoenix—has fallen hard for the fierce and fiery Kelly Taylor. But his top priority is protecting her from the stalker who’s sending her menacing texts. The tormentor’s latest message is so chilling, Leif can hardly bear to show Kelly. But when he finally does… Kelly knows exactly who sent it—a person she thought was gone forever. Determined not to let fear derail her new job or her budding relationship with Leif, Kelly tries to maintain her composure. But her abusive mother has resurfaced, demanding to see her, and her stalker is closing in. An unexpected murder shatters their fragile sense of security, leaving Kelly and Leif reeling. With every turn, the stakes rise, and their bond is tested. Someone is watching, ready to obliterate everything in his path to get what he wants.

Pulled together by long-buried secrets… Ava Steel isn’t the typical member of her famous family. She colors her hair pink, practices the tarot, and runs her bakery in town without any help from her family’s financial fortune. She’s content in her life, and she knows who she is…until she receives a cryptic text from a mysterious stranger. Bar-owner Brendan Murphy inadvertently became entwined with the Steel family when he dug up timeworn documents under his floorboards. When he and Ava—who, despite their age difference, he’s been crushing on for a while—receive identical enigmatic messages, they’re thrown together for more than just fun between the sheets. Ava revels in her new and unexpected relationship with Brendan, but deep down, she fears her family is keeping secrets—secrets that could make her question everything she thought she knew about them…and herself.

The bad boy brother. The by-the-books detective. A random meeting that will change their lives. Miles Bridger would rather be home in New York than stuck on a Montana ranch with his newfound half brothers, thanks to his deadbeat dad''s will. Miles now works with bulls and hay bales instead of custom bikes. He keeps his sense of humor about the whole thing...until a dead body surfaces on the ranch and he and his brothers are thrown headfirst into a murder investigation. Sadie Hopkins plays by the rules in her job as detective, so she''s only too happy to turn a little naughty during a bachelorette party dare. Heat flares between Sadie and the gorgeous blond man she approaches, but when a high-profile case crosses her desk the next day, she''s in for a surprise. The man from the bar is none other than Miles Bridger...and he''s a murder suspect. Despite this revelation, Miles and Sadie''s chemistry sizzles. But the flawed Miles doesn''t do relationships, and Sadie''s past crashes into the present with a surprising discovery that could spell danger for both of them.

He''s inherited billions, but he must leave his home and family to claim it. She''s no longer a captive, yet will she ever be free? Austin Bridger is struggling to keep his seaplane business afloat and help his ailing mother. When his father, who never acknowledged his existence, dies, he leaves his billions to Austin and his two half brothers. The catch? To receive the inheritance, they must all live on his father''s Montana ranch for a year. To Austin, the money''s tainted, but because he desperately needs every dime, he has no choice but to leave Seattle. Carly Vance was a student in veterinary school when her dream was shattered. Abducted from a diner in her small town, she was held captive on a South Pacific island for three years. Now she''s home, but her scars run deep. Trying to reclaim her life, she bravely takes a job in Bridger Ranch''s stables. Sparks fly when Carly crosses paths with Austin, but they both hold secrets--secrets that could keep them apart forever.

What he wants from you will make you...Blush Amanda Thomas is hopelessly in love with Jackson Paris, but he will never see her as anything more than his sweet and innocent bestie. After being virgin-adjacent for too long, Mandy is officially ready to move on. She wants to learn about hot, dirty sex, so she joins an online dating app where the enigmatic Mr. Dark promises to fulfill all of her wicked fantasies... Jackson Paris has been keeping secrets from his stunning, too-innocent best friend—like forbidden sexual proclivities and his membership at the exclusive Black Rose Underground club. But Mandy has decided she needs an education—the filthy kind. As Mr. Dark, Jackson can safely give her a taste of what she wants—and deter her from pursuing more—without revealing his identity. But in the dim, provocative atmosphere of Black Rose Underground, there are no secrets. Here, every wicked appetite is satisfied. And for the first time, Mandy will discover who her best friend really is...just in time to shock him with a secret of her own. Each book in the Black Rose series is STANDALONE: * Blush * Bloom * Blossom

She’s chasing a new passion… He’s digging up old secrets… After nearly losing her father to a heart attack, Rory Pike realizes life is fragile. So once her dad is on the mend, she jumps at the chance to live out her dreams. She joins her brother’s rock band on a mini tour, and while fronting them may not be her passion, at least she’ll be singing, and it’ll help keep her from worrying about her boyfriend’s mysterious investigations in Wyoming. Brock Steel hates being away from Rory, but he has no choice. Felonies—heinous felonies—have been committed on Steel land, and he vows that his family won’t go down for someone else’s crimes. Brock solves bits and pieces of the cryptic series of events, but many of his questions remain unanswered. u200bThe Steel family is under attack by an invisible enemy, and Brock will do anything to protect his family and fight for a future with Rory.

He’ll die without her… ufeffBookstore owner Kristen Ross hides behind her reading glasses in her small bookstore in Colorado. The gorgeous muscled man with the dragon tattoo who stands at the magazine rack is way out of her league, but still she lusts after him when he comes into her store every day. After centuries of looking, Aidan Butler has finally found his fated mate in the shy bookstore owner. He knows that underneath her proper exterior is a fiery goddess worthy of a Highland dragon. All he has to do is complete the bonding process. But an ancient code, his estranged half brother, and Kristen’s biggest fear all stand in his way.

Welcome to Cooking with Hardt & Soul! This eclectic collection of recipes comes from the fans and family of #1 New York Times bestselling romance author Helen Hardt. What is more romantic than cooking for a loved one? Every living creature on the planet needs to eat to survive, but human beings are the only ones who combine ingredients, spices, and heat to create something greater than the sum of its parts. Cooking is an art, and our kitchens are our palette. Cooking is, at its heart, an expression of love—love for the food, love for the person you’re preparing it for (even if it’s a meal for one), and love for the process. So from Helen and her readers to you… Bon Appétit!

The Steel family won’t go down on his watch… Rory Pike never imagined she’d fall for a Steel, but she has—Brock Steel, a renowned womanizer, no less. While passion flares between them, Rory knows they’re on different pages in life. She’s older and ready to settle down. Brock? Not so much. Brock is enamored with Rory, but he’s content to simply live in the moment, especially with everything that’s currently going down in his personal life. Brock’s discovery that his father has kept important information from him—information that could lead to the downfall of his famous family—leads him to question everything he’s known since he was a child. Rory has her own problems as well, and when they converge with Brock’s in the form of one person, the mysteries surrounding the Steel family deepen. Rory and Brock are determined to find the truth…no matter what the cost.

She’s a reluctant vampire princess. ufeffHe’s an alpha werewolf…and a murder suspect. Half-human Hannah Bates isn’t thrilled when her vampire king father orders her to seduce an alpha werewolf—a suspect in a recent murder—to gain his trust and then gather evidence against him. She’s a little less hesitant when she sees a photo of gorgeous Victor Rogan, but even though she must do as her father commands—her blood requires it—she still resists. Victor Rogan finds the vampire princess intoxicating, and his reaction to her perplexes him. He doesn’t simply desire her. She’s his fated mate…at a time when fated mates among his people have become virtually non-existant. Hannah is no less mesmerized. She craves Victor’s body, his blood, even his love. But danger and mystery lurk everywhere, and Hannah’s investigation may ultimately cost her much more than her heart.

Come back and play—through Braden’s eyes—in this tantalizing companion novel to Follow Me Under from #1 New York Times bestselling author Helen Hardt. Powerful and enigmatic billionaire Braden Black doesn’t do relationships. He doesn’t fall in love. But ever since meeting Skye Manning, he’s breaking every one of his careful rules. He just can’t get enough of her fierce independence and the white-hot sizzle of attraction between them. Of course, there are still lessons Skye has yet to learn... Only Braden isn’t sure Skye is ready. Falling in love is one thing. Inviting her completely into his world—and the reality of his darker, most forbidden appetites—is quite another. It’s about trust. His and hers. But his past mistakes are catching up with them both. And Braden is running out of time to show Skye the things she’s never imagined...and have only just begun. Discover Helen Hardt’s bestselling Follow Me series, starting with Follow Me Darkly from Skye’s perspective, and Darkly from Braden’s. Each book in the series is followed by a delightfully spicy companion book in Braden’s voice for the ultimate sinful experience.

Are you missing the Steel Brothers? Are you yearning for more? Welcome to the next generation! Join the grown children of Jonah, Talon, Ryan, and Marjorie for new adventures, mysteries, and heart-pounding passion. The action, drama, and secrecy continue with Smolder, coming June 28, 2022!

She’ll stop at nothing for revenge… Aspen Davis is relentless. Haunted by the horrors she endured as a captive on a South Pacific island where she was hunted and tormented for over five years, she’s on a mission to uncover the truth. Her quest for answers pulls her into a web of darkness, each clue dragging her deeper into the shadows. Buck Moreno is her shield, vowing to protect Aspen at all costs. He understands her thirst for vengeance—he’s walked that path—but he fears the darkness it could unleash within her. Despite his own scars, Buck is determined to help Aspen unravel the mysteries of her past, while desperately hoping she’ll find a way out before it consumes her. Every secret they uncover reveals more twisted truths, pulling them further into a deadly game. The clock is ticking, and with every step they take, the stakes grow higher. The only way out is through, but the ultimate price may be more than either of them can bear.

He’ll protect her no matter what…even from herself. As Garnet, professional volleyball player Aspen Davis was hunted on an island in the South Pacific by depraved men who paid millions for the privilege. Her athletic prowess, initially her salvation, soon became her curse as her tormentors relished the challenge. Scarred and mentally exhausted, she has buried many of those horrific memories deep within her mind. Now she’s disappeared again. Ex-Navy SEAL Buck Moreno is haunted every day by his past. He’s had no choice but to learn to keep his emotions at bay, so when he’s hired to find and protect Aspen Davis, he treats it like any other job. Or he tries to, anyway. Aspen is beautiful and strong and brave, and Buck finds himself feeling more than he should—more than he ever thought he’d feel again. Despite both their pasts, the two find solace in each other…until Aspen begins to remember. The more she recalls, the more she wants revenge against those who wronged her. Buck vows to protect her at all costs…even if he must protect her from herself.

Are you missing the Steel Brothers? Are you yearning for more? Welcome to the next generation! Join the grown children of Jonah, Talon, Ryan, and Marjorie for new adventures, mysteries, and heart-pounding passion. The action, drama, and secrecy continue with Blaze, coming February 22, 2022!