New Releases by Kat Martin

The New York Times bestselling author delivers “full out action, suspense and romance” as the rugged men of BOSS take on an explosive new case (Fresh Fiction). Megan O’Brien is at her wit’s end. Her three-year-old son has been kidnapped. No police, says the ransom demand. Fearing for her son’s life, Meg has no choice but to turn to her former bodyguard, Dirk Reynolds, who’s now a PI with Brodie Operations Security Services, Inc. Dirk’s never forgiven Meg for the way she left him after their brief affair. But with bounty hunter Luke Brodie on his side, Dirk knows he’s got to help Meg rescue her son. The few clues they’ve gathered send them spiraling into a murky world of big banking and international crime. Meg may be way out of her depths, but she’s seeing a side of Dirk she never suspected—one no woman could possibly resist. Praise for Kat Martin “Kat Martin is a fast gun when it comes to storytelling, and I love her books.”—Linda Lael Miller, #1 New York Times bestselling author “Martin is a terrific storyteller.”—Booklist “She dishes up romantic suspense, sizzling sex and international intrigue.”—RT Book Reviews “[A] master of suspenseful romance . . . Martin doesn''t hold back on the page-turning thrills or steamy love scenes.”—Publishers Weekly

"I love her books!" –Linda Lael Miller "Martin is superb." --RT Book Reviews A bodyguard, a bounty hunter, a P.I.--the men of Brodie Operations Security Service, Inc. are down for the job. . . Sinners, whores, and sluts beware--your time is at hand: a faceless menace is threatening lingerie models on a cross country tour, and Ethan Brodie is there to defend and protect. Ethan''s learned the hard way that beauty is no substitute for character. So even though Valentine Hart is one of the most breathtaking women he''s ever seen, he''s keeping his hands off and his eyes open. Or that''s what he tells himself. Then one of the models is murdered, and the closer Ethan gets to the answers, the closer he finds himself to Valentine--and the hotter the pressure feels. There''s more to Val--more to the other girls--than he could have guessed. But one is keeping a secret that could kill them all.

An earl’s son inherits his late father’s estate—and his plucky mistress—in this spellbinding Regency romance by a New York Times–bestselling author. “[Martin’s] strongly drawn portrait of two vulnerable people picking their way through the tangles of love is certain to please her fans.” —Publishers Weekly To escape her life of poverty as a tenant farmer''s daughter, Ariel Summers made a bargain with the devil—she would become the Earl of Greville''s mistress in exchange for the schooling and refinements of a lady. But she couldn''t foresee the earl''s timely death, or her own disturbing attraction to his bastard son and heir, Justin Ross. Justin never meant to demand payment from the tempting young woman his father had so callously planned to ruin. But her innocent allure provoked his ruthless nature and he vowed he would have her in his bed. Seduction was his plan, but Justin never suspected Ariel''s innocent passion would awaken emotions he had long thought dead. Now mistrust and betrayal threaten the fragile happiness the two of them have found, and Justin must convince Ariel he isn''t the heartless man she believes him to be.

A heiress falls for her bodyguard as they hunt a killer in a “romantic and intriguing romance-mystery” historical from a New York Times–bestselling author (Booklist). Under the pert pen name “Lady Smart,” opinionated Lindsey Graham crusades for social change among London’s elite, writing for the ladies’ gazette Heart to Heart. But Lindsey’s greatest campaign begins when her brother Rudy, a notorious rake, is accused of murdering a string of prostitutes. Her confidence in his innocence is bolstered when an anonymous letter arrives naming Viscount Merrick as the killer. Lindsey launches her own investigation into the gentleman’s questionable pursuits, a risky venture that earns her an unwelcome bodyguard—Thor Draugr. At first, Lindsey refuses the protection of her employer’s brother-in-law. They are like oil and water, yet she can barely conceal her attraction to the rugged Norseman. But an attempt on her life reveals not only the lengths that someone will go to in order to prevent her interference in the viscount’s sordid affairs, but that she can no longer deny that she desires the warrior by her side. . . . “Sparks fly and hearts are conquered in this sensual conclusion to a great trilogy.” —RT Book Reviews

From a New York Times–bestselling author, a Regency debutante rescues a Viking only to becomes his captive. As publisher of the weekly London ladies’ gazette Heart to Heart, Krista Hart is known for her outspoken views on such unpopular issues as social reform—risking her reputation and her very safety with every controversial article. She refuses to be intimidated, although she knows full well it makes her the target of angry opposition. When she encounters a powerful Viking descendant imprisoned as a local sideshow attraction, Krista angrily demands his release. Although she tells herself that freeing Leif Draugr is simply the right thing to do, she can’t deny being attracted to the fierce Nordic chieftain, especially after her father transforms him into a “proper” English gentleman. But as anonymous threats against Krista become more and more aggressive, it is Leif who must face the enemies desperate to silence her, even as they push her closer into the embrace of a warrior prepared to do whatever it takes to make her his.

Secrets--and safety--melt under a midnight sun... Liv Chandler is running for her life, and the cops haven''t been able to do a thing to help. But there''s one man who makes her feel safe, no matter what...rugged charter boat captain Rafe Brodie. To Rafe, Liv is a beautiful mystery, one he can''t ignore. He means to unearth her secrets, and in the process, if luck is on his side, maybe the spark between them will ignite. But Liv''s past is more dangerous than Rafe could guess, and when his first mate turns up dead, she fears that she''s next. That there''s something else coming she can''t see. That even Rafe and the remote village of Valdez, Alaska can''t protect her forever...

"Gloriously suspenseful...magnificent reading...Martin is superb." —RT Book Reviews ALASKA In America''s last wilderness there are no limits to what a man can do. For detective Nick Brodie, that means keeping the perps off the streets of Anchorage 24/7. Nick has never backed down from danger, but after the horrors he''s seen, he''s definitely in need of a break. Samantha Hollis never thought she''d meet anyone like Nick, especially in a place like Las Vegas. But after one reckless, passionate night, she discovers the charismatic stranger is everything she wants in a man. But can he ever be anything more than a one-night stand? When Nick invites her to Alaska, Samantha decides to find out, never guessing the depths she''ll discover in him or the tangle of murder, kidnapping, and danger about to engulf them both. . .

A rakish aristocrat seduces a fiery beauty in order to find a killer in this Regency romance adventure by a New York Times–bestselling author. “Martin is adept at weaving sex scenes into the action as the lovers face tragedies that tear them apart until they finally realize that love has captured their hearts.” —Booklist He was the ultimate rake. But Randall Clayton, 7th Duke of Beldon, harbors a hidden motive for seducing the fiery-haired, passionate Caitlin Harmon. Rand is on a mission to find a murderer . . . and it''s leading straight to Caitlin''s father. She was the ultimate temptation. Cait Harmon, the feisty, intellectual daughter of an American adventurer, is certain she will never fall in love. But one dance with the powerful, compelling Duke of Beldon and Cait’s heart is lost forever. Theirs was the ultimate love. They were the talk of London, until passion and betrayal tore them apart. Now, Rand must embark on the quest of a lifetime: proving to Caitlin that love is the most powerful treasure of all.

Knowing that she alone can protect her sister from the Baron Harwood, their lecherous stepfather, Victoria Temple Whiting snatches the family''s heirloom necklace, believed to hold the power to bring great happiness or terrible tragedy, to pay for their escape to London. Terrified that the baron will find them, Victoria poses as Tory Temple and finds employment as a servant in the household of handsome Cordell Easton, the scandalous Earl of Brant. The sisters'' arrival couldn''t have been more welcome. In need of a new mistress, Cord turns to Tory, whose wit and intellect intrigue him. But when the baron discovers the girls'' whereabouts, Cord learns Tory''s secret--her noble birth. Furious that he has compromised the daughter of a peer, Cord must decide--marry Tory and keep her safe, or allow his stubborn pride to deny his heart.

Captain Blackwell, devilishly handsome, a rake and rogue; Glory Summerfield, spoiled and pampered, breathtakingly beautiful. Marriage was the last thing on either of their minds...but still, the captain vowed he''d teach this insolent girl a lesson...a lesson in lovemaking she''d never forget. "Highly entertaining...a lively love story unfolding against a vivid backdrop of high seas adventure and passionate romance." RT Book Reviews

A ship captain and a beautiful stowaway embark on a tempestuous voyage of the heart in the New York Times–bestselling author''s epic Regency romance. England, 1803. They come from opposite worlds: Brianne, a young woman trapped in a life from which she longs to escape; and Captain Marcus Delaine, the Earl of Hawksmoor, a man whose heart and soul cannot be touched by anyone. When Brianne stows away on his ship, they discover a passion as wild as the sea... But when tragedy strikes, Brianne and Marcus are torn from each other, and the love between them is buried beneath an agonizing betrayal. Traveling to England, Brianne is determined to touch the heart of the vengeful, embittered man Marcus has become . . . even if it means losing him forever.

New York Times-Bestselling Author: “Powerful . . . Intense mystery and sensual love scenes will lure readers into this novel and not let go until the final page.” —Publishers Weekly It’s been three years since Lane Bishop tragically lost her fiancé, and she’s finally ready to risk her heart on someone else. The hot look in Dylan Brodie’s eyes says he’s going to be that man. But when Lane flies to a remote fishing lodge in the untamed Alaskan wilderness to help him renovate it, she discovers a little girl who won’t speak, eerie legends, and strange sounds in the night. And when she investigates the history of the lodge, she uncovers a legacy of injustice and murder. As danger stalks his daughter and the woman he is coming to love, Dylan must risk everything to uncover the shocking truth . . . “I love her books.” —Linda Lael Miller, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Country Strong “Martin is superb.” —RT Book Reviews

From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kat Martin comes a beautiful reissued edition of Wicked Promise A Lady''s Desperate Choice When the loathsome Lord Bascomb tries to force her into marriage, Elizabeth Woolcot, against her will, must appeal to her influential guardian. Nicholas Warring, known as the Wicked Early, is a darkly handsome charismatic figure--with the power to save her but a past that could put her reputation dangerously at risk. A ruthless womanizer, he has also been convicted of murder--and barely escaped hanging. A Rogue''s Tainted Honor Elizabeth can''t help her attraction to the man who haunts her dreams--nor he his hunger for her. But she knows it can never be. For Nicholas is a married man. Then a heinous crime shatters their lives--and Nick is the natural suspect. Elizabeth wants to believe in his innocence more than life and love itself--but can she trust a man who has killed before?

The warlord known as Ral the Relentless cannot control his passionate desire for Saxon beauty Caryn of Ivesham, but his rebellious bride might be a deadly traitor, because she cannnot forget the wrong he did to her family.

Elizabeth doesn''t believe in ghosts. But this time she has no choice. Family counselor Elizabeth Conner isn''t sure what to think when Maria Santiago comes to her for help. Pregnant and terrified, Maria claims to be visited each night by the ghost of a little girl, warning her to flee. Her husband, Miguel, a migrant worker at Harcourt Farms in the San Joaquin Valley, dismisses her fears as hormonal changes. Sympathetic to the young woman, Elizabeth agrees to help by contacting Miguel''s employers, who own the cottage where the young couple lives. Elizabeth immediately picks up on the deep enmity betweenthe two Harcourt brothers: Carson, the handsome scion running the estate for his incapacitated father, and Zack, the rebellious black sheep. While Carson is more interested in Elizabeth than in her concerns, Zack grudgingly agrees to help her look into the history of the house. But even as unexpected desire draws them together, Elizabeth and Zack feel something dark and disturbing at the house. And when the cloying scent and lingering chill of pure evil surround her, Elizabeth knows something terrible has happened here before, something that has its roots in murder…. www.KatMartin.com

After rescuing the raven-haired Jocelyn Asbury from a violent fate, Rayne Garrick, fourth Viscount Stoneleigh, falls in love with the spirited beauty, who is destined to betray him.

"There''s nothing more festive than a winter romance, and in these [four] heartwarming stories, love is a gift that can take you by surprise"--Page 4 of cover.

Gypsy Lord is the first book in a beautiful repackaging and reissuing of classic Kat Martin historical romances! He was Dominic Edgemont, Lord Nightwyck, heir to the Marquis of Gravenwold. But he was also a dark-eyed, half-gypsy bastard.... When tall, handsome Dominic sees one of his Romany band whipping a beautiful, flame-haired captive, he never dreams she is a pampered heiress stolen from the English court. To have her, he will pay a king''s ransom and make himself her lord. Lovely Catrina forbids Dominic her bed, but her fiery temper is no match for his cool determination to take her as his lover. Still, in this novel from Kat Martin, she will not be passion''s slave forever. She and her Gypsy Lord will meet again-in a glittering London setting, far from the rustic tent they shared. Will her desire for revenge overwhelm her natural urge to love?

The perfect murder is a work of art In one catastrophic instant, Haley Warren''s estranged father was taken from her. She never got the chance to reconnect with him, so now she''s doing it the only way she''s got left: by proving the explosion that killed him was no accident. When Tyler Brodie, the provocative and handsome P.I. hired by Haley, discovers that her father was investigating a suspected art theft, he knows his death is no coincidence. After all, tens of millions of dollars worth of stolen art could motivate a thief to go to any lengths—including getting rid of anyone poking around where they don''t belong. As Haley and Ty get closer to the truth, the truth gets ugly: Did Haley''s dad know too much…or was he in on the take? And although Ty''s a consummate professional, he''s having trouble focusing on the facts of the case, and not the figure of his gorgeous client. The two are determined to get to the bottom of the case, even if it means they die trying.

A New York Times–bestselling author “delivers the goods” in this Regency romance about a lady in love with her guardian''s son (Publishers Weekly). Jessica Fox wasn''t always the beautiful, composed young woman who is the toast of the London ton in Regency England. Born in poverty, Jessica wandered the streets until fate found her a guardian in the aging Marquess of Belmore. Now, it is fate she tempts with her longing for the Marquess''s son, the arrogant and handsome Captain Mathew Seaton. Upon his return from the sea, Matthew is forced to confront the sensuous beauty he believes has set her sights on the Belmore title. Though his mind tells him to beware, his blood boils with thoughts of luring her into his bed. To win his love, Jessica will do anything. But when desire flames and the dark shadow of her childhood lengthens, she risks everything she has dreamed of in a dangerous dance of denial.

The bestselling author’s “signature tender but sexy lovemaking scenes make this an all-around winner” in the trilogy that began with Midnight Sun (Booklist). It takes a certain kind of rough and tumble man to show a Sinclair girl how to ask for everything she wants . . . For Patience Sinclair, leaving the ivy-covered halls of Boston for the wide, open spaces of Texas means a chance to stop looking over her shoulder at every turn. Traveling incognito with the Triple C Rodeo is just what she needs to free her from a past that continues to haunt her. But she can’t avoid the undeniable presence of Dallas Kingman. The champion rider has a way of letting her know he’s watching her every move that makes her feel wild and reckless. As they make their way through the heart of the southwest, a series of mysterious accidents darkens the promise of the unknown into a vortex of fear and obsession, and Patience finds herself closer to danger than she could have ever imagined . . . Praise for Kat Martin “Kat Martin is a fast gun when it comes to storytelling, and I love her books.” —Linda Lael Miller, #1 New York Times bestselling author “A terrific storyteller.” —Booklist “It doesn’t matter what Martin’s characters are up against—she dishes up romantic suspense, sizzling sex and international intrigue.” —RT Book Reviews “[A] master of suspenseful romance.” —Publishers Weekly

Kat Martin''s heroes are rugged, resilient, honorable--and impossible to resist . . .When bestselling author Devon James checks into a quaint bed-and breakfast in Connecticut, she hopes to put the spark back into her relationship with her fiancé. But her stay at the Stafford Inn offers other distractions. Deep in the night, Devon experiences a frightening vision that seems to speak to her. She awakes certain that long ago, something terrible happened there--and that it''s a story she must tell.From the moment Devon begins her research into the inn''s past, she is challenged by its wealthy and magnetic owner, Jonathan Stafford. He will use any means--including seduction--to force her to abandon the project. But nothing will keep Devon from the truth . . . not the dark shadows of her own past, not her increasing desire for Jonathan, not even her growing fear that everything she loves--and her very life--are in danger.Praise for the novels of Kat Martin''Uniquely sensual and exciting.'' Romantic Times on The Secret''A terrific contemporary romance.'' Booklist on Deep Blue''Terrific, adventurous fun.'' RT Book Reviews on Midnight Sun

"Mr. Justice! Mr. Justice, can you give us a moment of your time?" Sabrina Eckhart stared at the news broadcast on KTRK-TV. She had watched the segment run on an earlier edition, but found herself watching it again. The reporter, a small man with dark hair and a determined expression, hurried to keep up with Alex Justice''s long strides as he walked out of the downtown Houston Police Department building. "Mr. Justice!" At the sight of several TV cameras, Alex''s steps reluctantly slowed. "Everyone in the city is grateful for what you did," the reporter said. "People are calling you a hero. What do you think about that?" The man thrust a microphone into Alex''s handsome face. Six two, dark blond hair and blue eyes, always dressed as if he''d just stepped out of a GQ magazine, Alex Justice was an amazing-looking man. "I''m a private investigator," Alex said. "I did what I was paid to do—find evidence that would identify the killer of a ten-year-old girl. I was lucky enough to make that happen. There''s nothing heroic about it." "It''s been said you''ll do anything to catch your man. Is that true?" Alex just kept walking. There wasn''t a glimpse of the deep dimples bracketing his mouth that Rina remembered so well. She hadn''t seen him in more than six months, not since the day her best friend, Sage Du-mont, married Jake Cantrell, one of Alex''s best friends. Rina watched him stride away until he disappeared offscreen, then the camera cut to the reporter, who relayed the story of the little girl who had been abducted, sexually abused and murdered three years ago. Ten-year-old Carrie Wiseman''s killer had never been found—not until Alex Justice had come up with DNA evidence that directly linked the girl to a neighbor who lived down the street from her home. Two days ago, the neighbor, Edward Bagley

Autumn Sommers knows the danger of ignoring such powerful omens. Twelve years earlier, she could have prevented a tragic accident if only she had acted on those horrible nightmares. This time, she knows what she has to do. Her research into local missing persons suggests that the girl in Autumn''s dreams could be Molly, the daughter of businessman Ben McKenzie. Still emotionally shattered from his loss and unwilling to trust this stranger, Ben is angered rather than relieved to hear her theory that Molly is still alive. Certain that she may be the girl''s only chance, Autumn persists, until Ben grudgingly agrees to explore this tiny, if improbable, shred of hope. As Autumn''s dreams become more and more vivid, she and Ben pursue their leads—leads that point to more murders, and to the only person in control of whether they live—or die.

As a viscount''s daughter, vivacious Coralee Whitmore is perfectly placed to write about London''s elite in the outspoken ladies'' gazette, Heart to Heart. But beneath her fashionable exterior beats the heart of a serious journalist. So when her sister''s death is dismissed as suicide, Corrie vows to uncover the truth, suspecting the notorious Earl of Tremaine was Laurel''s lover and the father of her illegitimate child. Corrie infiltrates Castle Tremaine posing as a wide-eyed country relation whose charming figure--and reduced circumstances--make her irresistible to the confirmed scoundrel. But Corrie finds the earl is not all he seems...nor is she immune to his charms, however much she despises his caddish ways. Far from a society column, Corrie''s life soon reads more like one of Mr. Dickens''s serials. But the danger of her ruse is hardly fictional: someone is bent on ensuring Corrie''s questions go unanswered--and unasked.

Wounded in battle, Major Reese Dewar returns to England--but his injuries are nothing compared to his shattered heart Years ago, love-struck Reese departed his home at Briarwood with a promise from raven-haired Elizabeth Clemens that she would make a life with him upon his return. But mere months later, she married the Earl of Aldridge, attaining wealth and status Reese could never match. Memories of that betrayal make his homecoming far more bitter than sweet. Seeing Elizabeth on his doorstep dressed in widow''s garb twists the knife even deeper. But fear for her young son''s safety has overcome her pride: she begs Reese for protection from those who would see the boy dead to possess his fortune. He agrees to an uneasy alliance, sensing Elizabeth still harbors deep secrets--and Reese knows that he''s placing himself in danger...of losing his heart all over again.

Unrepentant rake Rule Dewar is living the good life when a most surprising event occurs--he falls in love with his wife. After their strategic "marriage of commerce" three years ago, Rule quite forgot about Violet Griffin, the teenage heiress to a Boston manufacturing fortune. He simply spoke his vows, took over her father''s business and returned to England to resume his usual pursuits: high-priced wine, high-stakes gambling and highborn women. Yet when Violet, now a sophisticated woman, unexpectedly appears at Rule''s London town house, husbandly duties no longer seem so odious--he can''t wait to take his stunning bride to their marriage bed. Violet, however, is not so easily led: she has her own ideas and is seeking an annulment to marry another. But as Rule attempts to win her over, someone else is determined to frame him for murder and keep him out of the way for good....

Some women find trouble wherever they go. And some men are their only protection against it. "Against the Storm" is the fourth book in Martin''s Raines of Wind Canyon series. Original.

“Sexy romance sizzles” in the third novel featuring adventure-seeking sisters from the New York Times bestselling author of Desert Heat (Publishers Weekly). For reporter Hope Sinclair, writing about the recovery of a sunken Spanish treasure off Pleasure Island should be her big break. Yet Hope can’t help feeling she’s been hand-picked for this job for all the wrong reasons. Someone wants Hope out of New York—and off a story that could blow a corruption case wide open. But if they think sending her to paradise will shut her up, they’ve got another thing coming . . . Treasure hunter and former Navy SEAL Conner Reese isn’t happy to have Hope along for the ride. He doesn’t need the publicity, nor does he want a gorgeous redhead driving his crew—and himself—to distraction. But there’s something else. Conner can sense extreme danger, and danger is following Hope Sinclair very, very closely . . . Praise for Kat Martin “Kat Martin is a fast gun when it comes to storytelling, and I love her books.” —Linda Lael Miller, #1 New York Times bestselling author “A terrific storyteller.” —Booklist “It doesn’t matter what Martin’s characters are up against—she dishes up romantic suspense, sizzling sex and international intrigue.” —RT Book Reviews “[A] master of suspenseful romance.” —Publishers Weekly