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Returning to Seattle after many years, Alexandra Webber meets Ben Jessup, who now lives in her childhood home. When recurring nightmares and memories of a long-ago night endanger Alex, Ben vows to protect her. Original.

As an FBI agent fights to save her sister from a killer, a courageous rodeo star could prove a lethal distraction . . . Rodeo rider Tucker Lawrence lives for risk—even after seeing his best friend die in a rodeo accident. But there’s no chance in hell he’s going to let FBI agent Sydney Maxwell tackle treacherous Texas Hill Country alone to find her missing sister. Even if the pretty profiler is putting his guarded heart in danger . . . With her sister in the hands of a serial killer, Sydney will break all the rules she has to. Tucker is as reckless as he is charming, but his trail savvy and courage are invaluable as they run her quarry to ground. Still, Sydney can’t afford to gamble that the irresistible passion flaring between them is anything but an adrenaline rush. Or that they’ll survive long enough for real love . . . Praise for the Joanna Wayne “Wayne creates intricate relationships and compellingly plotted suspense.” —Romantic Times “Joanna Wayne weaves together a romance and suspense with pulse-pounding results!” —New York Times–bestselling author Tess Gerritsen

SECRET DADDY Jodie Gahagen was content being a single mom to her twin baby boys. But her ordered life was shattered by a stalker whose threat sent her packing home—with her bags and more than a couple of secrets. She''d told the town her \"husband\" couldn''t make it, that things were fine whenever she overreacted. Except there was no avoiding Ray Kostner—the one man she couldn''t deny. He read her instinctively, knew she was hiding the truth…and that she still loved him. But Ray never guessed he was a father. Now the stalker didn''t have a chance.

Easy to love, hard to forget. The McQuaids Brothers by blood, lawmen by choice; the West was always in their soul. Up against the toughest cases—and the strongest passions—they live by…THE COWBOY CODE Texas lawman Matt McQuaid had his hands full with Heather Lombardi. Her search into her mysterious past incited trouble in his sleepy town—the woman herself excited the man behind the badge. For the youngest McQuaid, like his brothers, a beautiful woman in danger was an irresistible combination—even for his hard heart. He''d do anthing to wipe away her fears and keep her safe from a killer. But would he have to blur the lines between justice and duty to protect the woman he loved?

LYING IN THE SHADOWS OF THE MOONLIGHT… John Robicheaux lived the simple life in Cajun country—that was until his brother turned up dead in the bayou. He’d be damned before he’d let that crime go unpunished. And John’s suspicions about the sudden death were pointing to a medical clinic and a powerful plastic surgeon who stood accused of “losing” a high-profile patient on the operating table. Local magazine reporter Cassie Havelin had been in Beau Pierre to look into the story. Except, when her investigation became entangled with her mother’s disappearance, Cassie was thrown straight into the strong arms of John Robicheaux. Together they had to shadow a sinister killer slithering in the murky waters…unless they were consumed by the darkness first.

Beautiful, widowed, a single mother — Janice Stevens had been given a new identity, if not a new lease on life, when she testified against a mob killer. For fifteen years she''d lived anonymously, raising her daughter — until Vincent Magilinti showed up on her doorstep claiming what was his: his child and her heart. But will both turn up dead-on-arrival when vengeance is finally exacted?

CHRISTMAS CAME TO SHERIFF JOSH McCAIN’S HOUSE WITH MORE THAN A FEW SURPRISES He’d been solitary for so long—his own man. Then suddenly a single father doing his best. But above all, the Montana lawman did what was right no matter the cost. Until he met Chrysie Atwater and her two girls. She had a fake name, a fake past and few details in between. And for some reason Josh found her totally irresistible. Was it the spirit of Christmas that had him breaking the rules, or his own loneliness? More likely it was the fierce determination he saw in Chrysie’s eyes. She went to considerable trouble to protect her daughters, and Josh was resolved to fi nd out why. But he’d do it on his terms before he’d reveal her secrets to the authorities, who he suspected were involved in setting her up. It would take a Christmas miracle and then some to do that and still celebrate Christmas as a family….

A woman on the run finds refuge on a ranch—and an ex-Navy SEAL who’ll do anything to protect her . . . With his life in shambles and desperate to bond with the five-year-old daughter he barely knows, ex-SEAL Pierce Lawrence returns to his Texas childhood home, the Double K Ranch. There he meets the intriguing Grace Addison, a mystery woman on the run . . . who is loath to get involved with the ruggedly handsome cowboy. Pierce, instantly attracted to Grace, would do anything to help her escape her living nightmare . . . if only she’d let him. But how can she allow him to get close when she fears the killer targeting her could also endanger Pierce—and his innocent daughter? Praise for the Joanna Wayne “Wayne creates intricate relationships and compellingly plotted suspense.” —Romantic Times

THE McCORD FAMILY COUNTDOWN A daughter, a son, a secret… With time as the enemy, only love can save them! He was a lawman first—and a man second. Which one found Darlene Remington injured, dazed and with amnesia on an isolated back road? Six years ago she''d been a heartbeat away from marrying Sheriff Clint Richards—now she couldn''t even remember him. All she knew was that someone had ambushed her and Senator McCord and left her for dead…. Darlene didn''t need memories to fall in love with Clint; the man oozed power and masculinity. But Clint had two Texas-size problems: He had a killer loose in his town…and Darlene back in his bed. Before he could claim her this time, he had to protect her—and that was becoming more and more dangerous with each moment she couldn''t remember….

A murder in New Orleans''s French Quarter has attorney Rachel Powers obsessed with finding the killer. But soon her prime suspect, Logan McCain--heir to the McCain family fortune--is heating up the investigation. Includes an interview with the author. Original.

The Silver Spurs Ranch was hotly contested and highly coveted. And Kali Cooper had just inherited it, alongside a passel of troubles. Like any good neighbor—and true cowboy—Zach Collingsworth offered Kali his protection. And that''s when things really got dangerous…. The devil-may-care scion of the Collingsworth empire was the full measure of a man. More than Kali dreamed she could handle, but he made it clear he''d be handling her. Brash, but determined, Zach found his true calling at her side—and wouldn''t leave it till she was safe and sound in his arms. Somehow \"safe in his arms\" was the biggest risk Kali Cooper had ever taken.

All She Could See Were His Eyes Though Graham Dufour''s ebony eyes lit up her dreams for the past ten years, Lindsey Latham hoped she could come back to New Orleans without seeing the man who''d once stolen her heart. A lot had changed between them—but one touch from the bad-boy-made-good could still ignite her desire. Then she rode in a Mardi Gras parade and saw someone else''s eyes behind a mask. Those of a faceless killer who''d used the masquerade to hide his crime. And he''d seen Lindsey. Once, she''d been forced to run from Graham; now she had no choice but to run straight into his arms. For passion and for protection…

Harlequin Intrigue brings you three full-length stories in one collection! Dive into action-packed stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Solve the crime and deliver justice at all costs. CONARD COUNTY: K-9 DETECTIVES by Rachel Lee Conard County: The Next Generation Veterans Jenna Blair and Kell McLaren have little in common. But when they join forces to solve a local murder with the help of Kell’s K-9 companion, they uncover a web of danger that requires them to reevaluate their partnership…and their growing feelings for one another. TEXAS BODYGUARD: LUKE by Janie Crouch San Antonio Security Claire Wallace has stumbled upon corporate espionage—and murder. Now the software engineer is being framed for both crimes. Security expert Luke Patterson protected her in the past and he’ll risk it all to do it again. But is the real culprit already one step ahead of them? FRENCH QUARTER FATALE by Joanna Wayne FBI terrorist special agent Keenan Carter knows nothing about being a famous actress’s daughter. That doesn’t diminish his attraction to Josette Guillory…or his determination to protect her from the assassin targeting her for her inheritance. If only they could locate her missing mother to get to the truth… Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served. For more edge-of-your seat romantic suspense, look for Harlequin Intrigue March – Box Set 2 of 2!

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Of the five brothers only Dylan Ledger returned to their hometown of Mustang Run. But he was met by bad memories and hostile neighbors—except for Collette McGuire. The daughter of the sheriff was the last person he expected to have on his side—and the one who needed him most. Collette had nowhere to go when her secret admirer turned violent stalker—except to Dylan. His arms became her haven, his lips her salvation. As old family secrets and feuds threatened to erupt, they knew they were both in for a wild ride. But this cowboy wasn''t about to let anything throw him off course… or keep Collette out of his bed….

THIS CHRISTMAS, THE STAKES ARE HIGH FOR THESE TWO COWBOYS! ONE HOT FORTY-FIVE Dede Chamberlain is desperate for Lantry Corbett''s help and will get it at gunpoint if necessary. With a Montana blizzard bearing down, they set out…but make it only as far as a deserted cabin. While they''re snowbound, sparks fly between them. But with a killer and the law after them, they''ll need more than Christmas blessings to mete out justice before it''s too late. MIRACLE AT COLTS RUN CROSS Nick Ridgely prides himself on his control. But nothing prepares him for learning his twin boys have been kidnapped. He''ll do whatever it takes to find them…even if that means facing his ex-wife and the attraction he thought he''d buried months ago. Until his sons are safely back with him, Nick can''t let himself wonder if there''s hope for this family…

Harlequin® Intrigue brings you three new titles at a great value, available now! Enjoy these suspenseful reads packed with edge-of-your-seat intrigue and fearless romance. #1732 FEARLESS GUNFIGHTER The Kavanaughs by Joanna Wayne FBI agent Sydney Maxwell is willing to dive headfirst into treacherous Texas Hill Country to save her sister from a serial killer, and reckless rodeo rider Tucker Kavanaugh is just the man to show her how to survive the wilderness. #1734 TEXAS WITNESS Cattlemen Crime Club by Barb Han Melissa Roark Rancic will do whatever it takes to protect her daughter from her vengeful ex-husband as she testifies against him. And playboy Colin O''Brien will step up to protect the family that was his all along. #1736 FROZEN MEMORIES by Cassie Miles NSA specialist Angelica Thorne and FBI agent Spence Malone are a team…and so much more. But when Angelica is dosed with a drug that makes her forget the NORAD codes she was meant to protect, Spence will have to do everything in his power to jog her memory of their mission—and their shared past. Look for Harlequin Intrigue''s September 2017 Box Set 1 of 2, filled with even more edge-of-your seat romantic suspense! Look for 6 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin® Intrigue!

Stranger. Out of nowhere, Nick Bruno arrived at the once opulent, now decaying New Orleans mansion Jacinth Villaré had inherited. Seducer. The sexy P.I. touched a part of her she''d never known existed. Protector. When a gruesome crime was discovered in the walls of the Villaré mansion, Nick vowed to keep her safe. As Jacinth uncovered the long-dead secrets of her newly discovered family, she was haunted by their spirits--and stalked by a very real killer. Though dark and menacing, her family secrets couldn''t rival the one Nick kept hidden. He''d vowed to protect her, but could he save her from the truth about himself?

Once a cowboy, always a hero . . . A taut Texas thriller from an author who writes “pulse-pounding” romantic suspense (New York Times–bestselling author Tess Gerritsen). Recovering from a kidnapping ordeal at the Double K ranch, Rachel Maxwell reexamines her life. Is she still the brilliant defense attorney she was before the attack? Will she be able to handle a career-making criminal case while still struggling with panic attacks? Before she can decide, an obsessed killer targets her, drawing cowboy Luke Dawkins to her rescue. He, too, is trying to escape his troubled past as he returns to his family’s Texas ranch after multiple tours of duty in the Middle East. Protecting Rachel gives him new purpose—but while their attraction sizzles, the danger grows. . . . Praise for the Joanna Wayne “Wayne creates intricate relationships and compellingly plotted suspense.” —Romantic Times

Fate brought Texas rancher Durk Lambert face-to-face with his ex-lover, Meghan Sinclair. The reckless but gorgeous P.I. had been beaten and left for dead, with no memory of her attacker, of Durk…or herself. Years ago she''d broken his heart, but no cowboy walked away from a woman in need. While Durk kept her safe on his Bent Pine Ranch, his own memories threatened him—laughing with Meghan, making love. He still wanted her, but he feared Meghan was the one woman he could never have—and the one he''d lay down his life to protect. Because while Durk wanted her to remember, a killer needed her to forget.…

Harlequin Intrigue brings you three new titles at a great value, available now! Enjoy these suspenseful reads packed with edge-of-your-seat intrigue and fearless romance. THE STRANGER NEXT DOOR A Winchester, Tennessee Thriller by Debra Webb After spending eight years in jail for a crime she didn’t commit, Cecelia Winters is eager to find out who really killed her father, a religious fanatic and doomsday prepper. In order to discover the truth, she must work with Deacon Ross, a man who is certain Cecelia killed his mentor and partner. ADIRONDACK ATTACK Protectors at Heart by Jenna Kernan When Detective Dalton Stevens follows his estranged wife, Erin, to the Adirondack Mountains in an effort to win her back, neither of them expects to become embroiled in international intrigue. Then they are charged with delivering classified information to Homeland Security. NEW ORLEANS NOIR by Joanna Wayne Helena Cosworth is back in New Orleans to sell her grandmother’s house. Suddenly, she is a serial killer’s next target, and she is forced to turn to Detective Hunter Bergeron, a man she once loved and lost, for help. Together, will they be able to stop the elusive French Kiss Killer? Look for Harlequin Intrigue’s August 2019 Box Set 1 of 2, filled with even more edge-of-your seat romantic suspense! Look for 6 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin® Intrigue! Join HarlequinMyRewards.com to earn FREE books and more. Earn points for all your Harlequin purchases from wherever you shop.

Bayou payback: \"Detective Remy Comeaux never got over the loss of his beloved fiancee. But when he returns to New Orleans to expose ongoing corruption and meets Nicole Worthington, something about this beauty seems all too familiar\"--Publisher.

Nick Ridgely prided himself on his control…but nothingprepared him for that phone call. When Nick discovered histwin boys had been kidnapped, he vowed to do whatever ittook to get them back…even if that meant facing his ex-wifeand the attraction he thought he buried months ago.Having her ex-husband back in her life was not whatBecky Collingsworth asked Santa for this year. Determined toremain guarded, Becky worked with Nick to fi nd their sons.But what would she do about the onslaught of emotions shestill felt for her irresistible ex?

Texas charm, cowboy cool and loaded with sex appeal!

Harlequin Intrigue brings you three new titles at a great value, available now! Enjoy these suspenseful reads packed with edge-of-your-seat intrigue and fearless romance. DROPPING THE HAMMER The Kavanaughs by Joanna Wayne After a brutal kidnapping, Rachel Maxwell isn’t sure she’s still the powerful attorney she once was. Cowboy Luke Dawkins is also trying to escape a troubled past, and maybe they can remind each other what true strength—and love—looks like. DESPERATE STRANGERS by Carla Cassidy Julie Peterson’s amnesia gives Nick Simon the perfect alibi—after all, she doesn’t realize that she only just met her “fiancé” at the scene of a crime. But can she trust Nick as her only protector when a danger killer draws close? FEDERAL AGENT UNDER FIRE Protectors of Cade County by Julie Anne Lindsey For years FBI agent Blake Garrett has obsessed over a serial killer…a killer who has now become obsessed with the one woman to escape with her life—Melissa Lane. Can Blake protect her without his fixation clouding his judgment? Look for Harlequin Intrigue’s April 2018 Box Set 2 of 2, filled with even more edge-of-your seat romantic suspense! Look for 6 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin® Intrigue! Join HarlequinMyRewards.com to earn FREE books and more. Earn points for all your Harlequin purchases from wherever you shop.

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Harlequin® Intrigue brings you three new titles at a great value, available now! Enjoy these suspenseful reads packed with edge-of-your-seat intrigue and fearless romance. QUICK-DRAW COWBOY The Kavanaughs by Joanna Wayne All Dani Boatman wants is to manage her baker and look after her beloved orphaned niece, Constance. But when someone threatens to take Constance away, it''s cowboy Riley Lawrence who rides to the rescue. ALPHA BRAVO SEAL Red, White and Built by Carol Ericson After Navy SEAL Slade Gallagher saves her from Somali pirates, documentary filmmaker Nicole Hastings thinks the threat is over. But when terrorists follow her to New York City, the SEAL answers the call to duty. SHEIK''S RESCUE Desert Justice by Ryshia Kennie Zafir Al-Nassar isn''t only the joint head of Nassar Securities, he''s a flirt and a tease. With a Moroccan royal''s life on the line, agent Jade Van Everett is determined to prove herself even as the tension between her and Zafir takes a turn toward seduction. Look for Harlequin Intrigue''s May 2017 Box Set 1 of 2, filled with even more edge-of-your seat romantic suspense! Look for 6 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin® Intrigue!

Bayou Blood Brothers by Rebecca York\Metsy Hingle\Joanna Wayne released on Feb 22, 2001 is available now for purchase.

Private Scandals by Joanna Wayne\Judy Christenberry\Tori Carrington released on Dec 25, 2003 is available now for purchase.

Harlequin Intrigue brings you a collection of three new titles, available now! Enjoy these suspenseful reads packed with edge-of-your-seat intrigue and fearless romance. AMBUSH AT DRY GULCH Big \"D\" Dads: The Daltons by Joanna Wayne The last person widowed Carolina Lambert would consider falling in love with is Jake Dalton. But when danger forces her to trust the rancher to stay alive, she realizes only a fool would walk away from a second chance at happiness… LAWMAN ON THE HUNT The Men of Search Team Seven by Cindi Myers Shocked and angry to find his ex-fiancée with a domestic terrorist, Special Agent Travis Steadman rescues Leah Carlisle—and then arrests her as an accomplice! Can the sexy lawman trust her innocence…or her offer to help capture the killer? MOUNTAIN BODYGUARD by Cassie Miles Professional bodyguard Mason Steele could handle a dozen armed thugs, but Lexie DeMille, the nanny, could easily knock him out…not with her karate skills but with her smile. Look for Harlequin Intrigue''s July 2016 Box set 2 of 2, filled with even more edge-of-your seat romantic suspense!

Mystic Isle by Joanna Wayne released on Jul 25, 2002 is available now for purchase.

Featuring two strong-willed lawmen who protect and rescue--a rugged Texas Ranger and a sexy private investigator--this volume of two full-length novels includes Wayne''s Lone Star Lawman and Daniels''s Hotshot P.I. Reissue.

\"When the Bough Breaks: Lisa Madison arrived at Brody Adams''s ranch, claiming he''d fathered the newborn boy she had with her. Brody had no idea who she was, but it was clear Lisa and the child were in danger. They needed his protection ... and keeping them safe was the only way to find out the truth. Jodie''s Little Secrets: One night of passion with lawyer Ray Kostner had left Jodie Gahagen pregnant with twins. She never told Ray. Now, several years later, Jodie was running for her life, and Ray was the only man she could turn to. But that meant telling Ray he was a father ... and that the killer was after him, too.\"--

Unconditional Surrender by Joanna Wayne released on Jun 24, 2001 is available now for purchase.

A curse has settled over the small New England coastal town of Moriah''s Landing...an unknown force that''s about to irrevocably change the lives of four young women--and the men captivated by their spell. As they risk their lives to uncover the secrets behind the dark vortex of serial killers, genetic research and modern-day witches that haunts the town, it is their hearts that are in the greatest peril. Bundle includes Secret Sanctuary by Amanda Stevens, Howling in the Darkness by B.J. Daniels, Scarlet Vows by Dani Sinclair and Behind the Veil by Joanna Wayne.