New Releases by Kristen Ashley

There are two dead bodies in Idaho, and the gun used to kill them has been traced back to a sixteen-year-old robbery in Misted Pines. Sheriff Harry Moran has a broken heart and a stack of case files on his desk that the corrupt sheriff who came before him might have bungled. Or he may have framed innocent people. The first case Harry dives into, the woman left behind lives just a block away from his office. When Lillian Rainier opens the door to the sheriff, Harry, who’s been a dead man walking since his wife died, comes back to life. As for Lillian, she’s had a crush on Harry for forever, Harry showing at her door, and how he is when he does only makes her fall deeper. As Harry and his team dive into these suspicious cases, Harry and Lillian have to figure out what to do with all they feel for each other, how hard it hits them, and how deep it goes. But as a voice from the past becomes a witness in the present, and Harry and his crew dig deeper, they sense something sinister happened years ago. As they weave together the threads of a cold case, they realize how messy it is. Worse, the man behind the mess is desperately cleaning it up … And no one in Misted Pines is safe.

When the Chaos Motorcycle Club came to call, Harlan “Hugger” McCain wasn’t ready to be welcomed into the fold. They said he was a legacy. He felt like an outcast. But he patched in anyway. And he was all in to be a part of their not-quite-outlaw missions. This takes him down to Phoenix, right into the orbit of Diana Armitage, a beautiful, green-eyed woman with a heart of gold and a scarily honed tendency to sacrifice for pretty much everyone she cares about, and some people she barely knows. Hugger has been existing. Life has never given him much, now, he expects even less. Diana lives life to its fullest. And she doesn’t keep it a secret she wants to drag Hugger right along with her. But Hugger is certain he’s got bad blood. He’s got one foot in Chaos, one foot out. One foot in Diana’s life, one foot out. Diana and his brothers in Chaos have their work cut out to show Hugger who he is. That he belongs. And he’s worthy to be loved.

From New York Times bestselling author Kristen Ashley comes the new book in her River Rain Series, Embracing the Change. That Kiss… Gorgeous New York socialite, Nora Ellington has been waiting a very long time for her happily ever after. So long, she’s given up on it and has decided, even though she’s the plus-one friend without benefits to a man she’s head over heels in love with, an HEA will forever be out of her reach. Handsome billionaire Jamie Oakley thought he’d had two happily ever afters in his life. However, neither lasted long, and both ended in tragedy. He’s not about to try it again or put his children through the trauma Jamie has learned from experience undoubtedly will come their way. And he’s made this decision even if the woman who’s become his constant companion is a woman he loves straight to his soul….and wants with everything that is him. But then, one night, Jamie loses control and kisses Nora. He can’t go there. She can’t go on without it. They’ll never be the same. Or will they?

Nadia Williams needs somewhere peaceful to sort through her grief after her mother is brutally murdered. She finds a cozy cabin at the side of a tranquil lake in the quaint town of Misted Pines in the Pacific Northwest. The minute she arrives, she knows it’s perfect. The very night of her arrival, however, someone—or something—is scratching at her window. The next morning, she meets her one and only neighbor, Doc Riggs. He’s a rough, good-time guy who rubs Nadia wrong immediately. They clash, and neither of them are happy to be sharing their lake. But soon, Nadia learns the lore around her cabin, and how the townsfolk are certain it’s haunted by the ghost of the man who was murdered there fifteen years before. Riggs and Nadia are suddenly thrown into a tangled web of history, betrayal, grief, secrets, with only one thing certain. Someone—or something—wants them off that lake.

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kristen Ashley brings a new story in her Rock Chick series… In high school, Malia Clark found the man of her dreams. Darius Tucker. But life hits them full in the face way before it ever should. Darius makes a drastic decision to keep his family safe and Malia leaves town with a secret. When Malia returns, she seeks Darius to share all, but Darius finds out before she can tell him. At the same time, she finds out just how much Darius has changed in the years she’s been away. She just refuses to give up on him. Until he forces her hand. Secrets come between Malia and Darius, at the same time Malia has to worry about weird things going on at the law firm where she works, her kid wants a car and she’s stuck in slow-cooker hell. Luckily, her ride or dies have her back. And in the meantime, she might just learn she never should have lost hope in Darius Tucker. **Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you''ll enjoy each one as much as we do.** Reviews for Rock Chick Rematch: "I waited years for this story and it was worth the wait. Darius and Malia are true soulmates, but sometimes love isn''t enough. The path these characters take to finding their happily ever after is rocky, gut-wrenching, and so beautiful I''ll think about it for years to come. Absolutely stunning five-star read." ~ Audrey Carlan, #1 NYT Bestselling Author “Rock Chick Rematch is all caps DIVINE. I inhaled this story of lost love and love regained. I am so thankful to Kristen Ashley for writing this beautiful book about soulmates who needed to wait for their time. In the end, they find it and a wealth of happiness that will absolutely warm your soul.” ~ Professor Romance “Trust me, if you haven’t read this series, you are missing something life changing.” ~ PP''S BOOKSHELF “Drama, romance, a little danger, action and a drop of crazy Rock Chick action and Hot Bunch deliciousness. Malia and Darius’ romance is pretty epic and I had a blast reading it.” ~ Veronica, Wicked Reads “This story is more than a second chance, it is two soulmates, enduring it all, and getting the life they paused, all that time ago.” ~ Dar Gee Reads “Don’t miss Darius’ book!! Be prepared to want to read all the others, if you haven’t had the pleasure!! After all these years, it’s still one of my favorite series!! Rock On!!” ~ jenjenbookfan

Rachel Armstrong has a burning need to right the world’s wrongs. Thus, she becomes the Avenging Angel. And maybe she’s a bit too cocky about it. While riding a hunch about the identity of a kidnapper, she runs into Julien “Cap” Jackson, who was trained by the team at Nightingale Investigations in Denver. Now he’s a full-fledged member at their newly opened Phoenix branch. It takes Cap a beat to realize Raye’s the woman for him. It takes Raye a little longer (but just a little) to figure out how she feels about Cap. As Raye introduces Cap to her crazy posse of found family and his new home in the Valley of the Sun, Cap struggles with his protective streak. Because Raye has no intention to stop doing what she can to save the world. But there’s a mysterious entity out there who has discovered what Raye is up to, and they’ve become very interested. Not to mention, women are going missing in Phoenix, and it seems like the police aren’t taking it seriously. Raye believes someone should. So she recruits her best friend Luna, and between making coffees, mixing cocktails, planning parties and enduring family interventions (along with reunions), the Avenging Angels unite to ride to the rescue.

From New York Times bestselling author Kristen Ashley comes a new novella in her River Rain Series... Elsa Cohen has everything she ever wanted. A challenging career. A bicoastal lifestyle. And an amazing man—the kind, loving and handsome Hale Wheeler—who adores her and has asked her to be his wife. She isn’t ready for the surprise news she’s received. And she doesn’t know how to tell Hale. Once Hale discovers that his future has taken a drastic turn, a fear he’s never experienced takes hold. He just doesn’t understand why. Family and friends rally around the couple as they adjust to their new reality, and along the way, more surprises hit the River Rain crew as love is tested and life goes on.

Heiress Daphne Ryan is uncertain about spending a week at the sprawling country estate of the family of her sister’s boyfriend. For starters, she doesn’t get along with her sister. Then there’s the fact his family is old, wealthy aristocracy, and Daphne’s from brash, new American money. Mostly, it’s that everyone knows Duncroft House is haunted by the ghost of a 1920s film star who died there. Deemed an accident, for nearly a century, people are sure it was murder. Daphne doesn’t like scary things, say…haunted houses. She likes it less when strange things start happening to her when she arrives. But she finds she has a surprising ally. Ian Alcott, the heir to the earldom, is rich, gorgeous and just as concerned about the frightening things that keep befalling Daphne at his ancestral family home. As he moves to protect her, Daphne finds he’s also funny, kind and sexy as hell. Indeed, he just might be too good to be true.

Jet McAlister has a secret. Eddie Chavez has the hots for Jet (not to mention Eddie''s just plain hot). Jet''s got too many problems to cotton on that Eddie''s interested. Eddie''s trying to be patient, but he loses that when Jet ends her night shift at a strip club with a knife at her throat.Since Eddie''s a cop, he figures he can help. Since Jet''s used to solving everyone''s problems, she doesn''t want Eddie''s help.Oh, and there''s also the fact Jet''s pathologically shy, especially around hot guys.The problem is, Jet''s ne''er-do-well father has got himself in a heap of trouble, and in trying to get him out, Jet buys herself even more.So much-unless Eddie can rescue her-it might just get her dead.The Rock Chick Rescue Collector''s Edition includes Bonus Content from Eddie Chavez''s point of view.

Sadie Townsend is known by all as The Ice Princess, and she''s worked hard to earn her reputation. Her father, a now-incarcerated Drug Lord, has kept her under his thumb her whole life, and she''s learned enough from living in his world to give everyone the cold shoulder.But one inebriated night, she shows Hector the Real Sadie, and he knows he''ll stop at nothing to have her.Hector Chavez makes one (huge) mistake: he waits for Sadie to come to him.Tragedy strikes and Sadie''s got a choice. She can retreat behind her Ice Fortress, or she can embrace the Rock Chick/Hot Bunch World.Guided by Hector, the Rock Chicks, the Hot Bunch and her new roommates, Buddy and Ralphie, Sadie negotiates a life out from under her father''s thumb.A life that includes poison, arson and learning how to make s''mores.The Rock Chick Redemption Collector''s Edition includes Bonus Content from Hector Chavez''s point of view.

Ava Barlow hates men. She has reason and she''s vowed not only never to get involved with another man again, but also to exact vengeance on her best friend''s lying, cheating, rat-bastard husband. Since Luke Stark, Ava''s childhood crush, is now a badass mother, she thinks to enlist him, but changes her mind at the last second.Too late.Luke knows she''s up to something and he''s already seen many a Rock Chick try to fight her own battles without the Hot Bunch stepping in.He''s having none of it.She''s having none of him.The problem is, Ava and Luke find themselves in a house torn apart in a hail of gunfire. And just like that, Luke isn''t about to give in to Ava''s brush off.The clash of the Rock Chick and Hot Bunch Guy begins, but Luke''s got the advantage. He has handcuffs and he''s not afraid to use them.The Rock Chick Redemption Collector''s Edition includes Bonus Content from Luke Stark''s point of view.

Juliet Lawler has a score to settle against the drug dealers of Denver. Vance Crowe has made it his mission that Jules won''t get dead while dishing out vigilante justice. Jules doesn''t have time for romance, she''s too busy saving the world.In this effort, she enlists Zip (a gun store owner), Heavy (an ex-PI) and Frank (a mysterious recluse) to help. The Rock Chicks get involved to provide advice and guidance. The Hot Bunch adopt Jules as one of their own.Even though Jules tries to hang on to her inner Head-Crackin'' Mamma Jamma, the Rock Chicks, Hot Bunch, Jules''s long-suffering Uncle Nick and her Jackie-O wannabe friend May, will stop at nothing to wear her down. Not to mention Vance, who has his own unique ways of digging into Jules''s heart.But Jules makes some bad guys pretty angry, and one will stop at nothing to take her out.And Vance may be too late in making sure that doesn''t happen.The Rock Chick Redemption Collector''s Edition includes Bonus Content from Vance Crowe''s point of view.

From New York Times bestselling author, Kristen Ashley, comes the long-awaited story of Daisy and Marcus, Rock Chick Reawakening. A prequel to Kristen''s Rock Chick series, Rock Chick Reawakening shares the tale of the devastating event that nearly broke Daisy, an event that set Marcus Sloane--one of Denver''s most respected businessmen and one of the Denver underground''s most feared crime bosses--into finally making his move to win the heart of the woman who stole his.

Wyn and Remy Gastineau were perfect together… Until, without warning, Remy walks out on their life, their love and their marriage. Wyn is blindsided and heartbroken. It takes her years to get over the loss of Remy. Sometime later, their children call a family meeting and Remy is acting strange. Wyn refuses to hope. Remy has moved on. She must do the same. But she’s wrong. Remy wants her back and he’s pulling no punches. He’s determined to do the work to piece together the marriage he shattered. Forced by circumstances to tell Wyn things he never wanted her to know, Remy reveals his tragic secrets. As the family reels from pain long buried now laid bared, Wyn realizes instead of letting go, she has to hold tight to the man and the family they made that’s perfect together. “…the deep bonds of family, the imperfectly perfect characters, the REAL LIFE and real love. The story is immaculate.” -Verve Romance

"Ashley masterfully delivers part procedural, part whodunit, part romance in this dark, engrossing thriller…THE GIRL IN THE WOODS continues to prove why Kristen Ashley is a master of her craft, who can write any genre with prowess." – Vilma, Vilma Iris This body would be the last for Zachariah Lazarus… The Crystal Killer’s latest casualty was discovered in a sleepy town in the Pacific Northwest, Misted Pines. His years in the FBI, and tracking the Crystal Killer, have taken their toll on Rus. He lost his marriage to the job. And the burdens he carries for the victims were crushing him. Misted Pines has recently survived a killer’s rampage and a town scandal that made global news. The media was primed to devour a new story. So Rus already has his work cut out for him. But it’s more. Something is just not right with this latest victim. As Rus works with the local sheriff to unravel the mystery, the victim’s employer, Lucinda Bonner, decides she’s going to do everything she can to help. To help Rus find the killer. To help Rus survive the hunt. To help Rus navigate the intricate, and sometimes sordid, history of the town of Misted Pines. And to help Rus let go of his burdens.

Cora Goode has woken up in a fairytale world where she can understand what birds are saying, men ride horses and have fluffy feathers in their hats and furniture zigs, zags and whirls in miracles of construction. The problem is, she thinks she''s in a dream, but she''s actually taken the place of the parallel universe Cora. Without realizing it, our Cora does something that starts a centuries-old curse that will sweep the land if she gets captured by the evil Minerva. At this point, her dream world becomes a nightmare. Luckily, hot guy, fantasyland Noctorno is there to save her from the clutches of the grotesque vickrants sent by Minerva to capture her. Unfortunately, hot guy, fantasyland Noctorno doesn''t like the Cora of his world all that much (to say the least) and he thinks our Cora is her. And no matter what our Cora says or does to try to convince him, he won''t be convinced. But Cora needs Tor to keep her safe and guide her through this fantastical world as she hopes one day to wake up in her not-so-great apartment in her not-so-great life in her world. The problem is, the more time she spends with the gorgeous warrior Tor, the faster she falls in love with him.

Far too young, Apollo Ulfr lost Ilsa, his wife, the love of his life and the mother of his two children. The grief of her loss does not settle in his soul, it solders to it. But when he discovers there''s a parallel universe where his wife may have a twin, he feels there''s hope and sets about bringing her to his world so he can have her back. But Ilsa Ulfr of our world is married to the parallel universe''s twin, Pol, who is not a good man. Not in any way. She''s on the run from him and the last thing she wants is to be transported to a fantastical world and forced to take his side as his wife, even if he''s not Pol. And Apollo finds the broken Ilsa nothing like his beloved and further wants nothing to do with her. But darkness is looming and evil is amassing. Apollo must protect his land and keep his family safe, including the new Ilsa.

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors Donna Grant, Carrie Ann Ryan, Susan Stoker, and Kristen Ashley… Four Dark Tales. Four Sensual Stories. Four Page Turners. Dragon Revealed by Donna Grant Jeyra never dreamed she would actually face one of the creatures who destroyed her home. But the longer she’s around him, the more she finds herself gravitating to him. All it takes is one reckless kiss that unleashes desires and the truth that has been hidden from her to set them both on a course that could be the end of them. Captured in Ink by Carrie Ann Ryan Julia and Ronin know their relationship is solid. They’ve been through hell and back, but their love has stayed true through it all. When Ronin’s ex, Kincaid, comes back to town, however, the two realize what they might be missing. Securing Jane by Susan Stoker Storm North has witnessed two teams of Navy SEALs under his command find true love. He doesn’t expect the same for himself. He’s too old. Too jaded. Too set in his ways. Until a woman who’s been right in front of him for years manages to impress Storm in a way very few women—or men—ever have. Wild Wind by Kristen Ashley When he was sixteen years old, Jagger Black laid eyes on the girl who was his. At a cemetery. During her mother’s funeral. For years, their lives cross, they feel the pull of their connection, but then they go their separate ways. But when Jagger sees that girl chasing someone down the street, he doesn’t think twice before he wades right in. And when he gets a full-on dose of the woman she’s become, he knows he finally has to decide if he’s all in or if it’s time to cut her loose. **Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you’ll enjoy each one as much as we do.**

She wasn’t a white dress type of girl… Hellen Moynihan didn’t have dreams. She had goals. She knew who she was and what she wanted. She also knew what she didn’t. So when her long-term boyfriend didn’t make the grade, she moved on. And when her best friend’s boyfriend showed signs of being a scam artist, Hellen was on the case. And he wasn’t a white hat type of guy… Dustin “Hardcore” Cutler didn’t have dreams or goals. A troubled past led Core to do something irredeemable. The only thing he and the men of the Resurrection MC could do was vow to live their lives making up for an unforgiveable act. And they did. This duty leads Core to being a part of a covert protection detail, looking after Hellen Moynihan when trouble is coming to town. At first, Core finds this dynamo of a woman intriguing, but he’s decided she’s off-limits. Then Hellen and her friend wade into a multi-state swindling scheme. Suddenly, off-limits for Core is out the window. He’s got no choice but to get up close and personal.

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kristen Ashley brings a new story in her Fantasyland series… Their engagement was set when they were children. Loren Copeland, the rich and handsome Marquess of Remington, would marry Maxine Dawes, the stunning daughter of the Count of Derryman. It’s a power match. The perfect alliance for each house. However, the Count has been keeping secret a childhood injury that means Maxine can never marry. He’s done this as he searches for a miracle so this marriage can take place. He needs the influence such an alliance would give him, and he’ll stop at nothing to have it. The time has come. There could be no more excuses. No more delays. The marriage has to happen, or the contract will be broken. When all seems lost, the Count finds his miracle: There’s a parallel universe where his daughter has a twin. He must find her, bring her to his world and force her to make the Marquess fall in love with her. And this, he does. **Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you''ll enjoy each one as much as we do.** Reviews for Gossamer in the Darkness: “Leave it to KA and her brilliant pen to spin a tale of romance, humor, and a wee bit of suspense to keep you turning pages until you get to the end.” ~ Trish, Beautiful Chaos Reviews “An intriguing, utterly delightful, and super sexy read!” ~ Nightbird Novels “A fun book to immerse myself in and anyone who is a fan of this series needs to jump right in!” ~ RomanceBookLoverinSeattle "What a treat to head back to KA’s Fantasyland world, Maxine and Loren’s story was wonderful.” ~ Read Review Repeat Blog “This book should be given 10 out of 10 stars, it''s that freaking good.” ~ Catherine, Cat’s Guilty Pleasure

From New York Times bestselling author Kristen Ashley comes the new book in her River Rain Series, Taking the Leap. Alexandra Sharp has been crushing on her co-worker, John “Rix” Hendrix for years. He’s her perfect man, she knows it. She’s just not his perfect woman, and she knows that too. Then Rix gives Alex a hint that maybe there’s a spark between them that, if she takes the leap, she might be able to fan into a flame. This leads to a crash and burn, and that’s all shy Alex needs to catch the hint never to take the risk again. However, with undeniable timing, Rix’s ex, who broke his heart, and Alex’s family, who spent her lifetime breaking hers, rear their heads, gearing up to offer more drama. With the help of some matchmaking friends, Rix and Alex decide to face the onslaught together… As a fake couple.

The beginning of the binge-worthy, powerful, and heart-tugging saga from NYT bestseller Kristen Ashley. They were the Three Amigos: Duncan Holloway, Imogen Swan and Corey Szabo. Two young boys with difficult lives at home banding together with a cool girl who didn’t mind mucking through the mud on their hikes. They grew up to be Duncan Holloway, activist, CEO and face of the popular River Rain outdoor stores, Imogen Swan, award-winning actress and America’s sweetheart, and Corey Szabo, ruthless tech billionaire. Rich and very famous, they would learn the devastating knowledge of how the selfish acts of one would affect all their lives. And the lives of those they loved. Start the River Rain series with After the Climb, the story of Duncan and Imogen navigating their way back to each other, decades after a fierce betrayal. And introduce yourself to their families, who will have their stories told when River Rain continues.

Renowned author Delphine Larue needs a haven. A crazed fan has gone over the deep end, and she’s not safe. Her security team has suggested a house by a lake. Secluded. Private. Far away. In a beautiful area of the Northwest close to the sleepy town of Misted Pines. It’s perfect. So perfect, Delphine has just moved in, and she’s thinking she’ll stay there forever. Until she sees the girl in the mist. After that, everything changes. Delphine quickly learns that Misted Pines isn’t so sleepy. A little girl has gone missing, and the town is in the grips of terror and tragedy. The local sheriff isn’t up for the job. The citizens are up in arms. And as the case unfolds, the seedy underbelly of a quiet community is exposed, layer by layer. But most importantly, girls are dying. There seems to be only one man they trust to find out what’s happening. The mysterious Cade Bohannan.

Spinning off from the bestselling Dream Man and Rock Chick series, this is the emotional and steamy contemporary romance fans of the Dream Team series have been waiting for! He’s perfect—but he can’t be hers. Pepper Hannigan is determined to keep any romance off the table—and out of her bedroom—while her daughter Juno is still young. Sure, a certain handsome commando is thoughtful, funny, and undeniably hot, but Pepper’s had her heart broken before, and she won’t let it happen again. Not to her or her little girl, even if this hero could melt any woman’s resolve. Augustus “Auggie” Hero can’t deny his attraction to beautiful, warm-hearted Pepper or how much he wants to make a home with her and her little girl, but Pepper’s mixed signals have kept him away. That is, until Juno decides to play matchmaker. Her efforts finally bring Pepper into his arms, but they expose the danger Pepper is in. To protect Pepper and Juno, Auggie will have to live up to his last name and prove happy endings aren’t just for fairy tales.

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kristen Ashley brings a new novel in her River Rain series… From a very young age, Chloe Pierce was trained to look after the ones she loved. And she was trained by the best. But when the man who looked after her was no longer there, Chloe is cast adrift—just as the very foundation of her life crumbled to pieces. Then she runs into tall, lanky, unpretentious Judge Oakley, her exact opposite. She shops. He hikes. She drinks pink ladies. He drinks beer. She’s a city girl. He’s a mountain guy. Obviously, this means they have a blowout fight upon meeting. Their second encounter doesn’t go a lot better. Judge is loving the challenge. Chloe is everything he doesn’t want in a woman, but he can’t stop finding ways to spend time with her. He knows she’s dealing with loss and change. He just doesn’t know how deep that goes. Or how ingrained it is for Chloe to care for those who have a place in her heart, how hard it will be to trust anyone to look after her… And how much harder it is when it’s his turn.

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kristen Ashley brings a new story in her Chaos series… When he was sixteen years old, Jagger Black laid eyes on the girl who was his. At a cemetery. During her mother’s funeral. For years, their lives cross, they feel the pull of their connection, but then they go their separate ways. But when Jagger sees that girl chasing someone down the street, he doesn’t think twice before he wades right in. And when he gets a full-on dose of the woman she’s become, he knows he finally has to decide if he’s all in or if it’s time to cut her loose. She’s ready to be cut loose. But Jagger is all in. **Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you''ll enjoy each one as much as we do.** Reviews for Wild Wind: “This is a love story unlike any I have read before it. 5 terrific stars!” ~ Romance Recs “Only Kristen Ashley could write a novella that is so full of emotion it feels like a massive novel. Wild Wind goes beyond romance and sails straight into epic love.” ~ The Hatters “Wild Wind is everything great about Kristen Ashley. Alpha hero. Fierce heroine. Loads of emotion. The never fading magic of Chaos MC family bond. Her trademark writing style makes you feel every single intense emotion. A fine balance of drama, swoon and steam.” ~ PP’s Bookshelf “The emotions from these two were coming off of the pages and I could feel everything they were.” ~ Millennial Life Crisis Bookshelf “Pure enjoyment on every single page - thank you Kristen Ashley for another beautiful story!” ~ Wicked Reads “Wild Wind is a deep read, emotional with a complex storyline, intriguing, well written, outstanding. A fantastic read, 5 stars.” ~ KDRBCK

In this steamy and emotional contemporary romance from a New York Times bestselling author, two damaged souls must overcome the pain of their pasts to have the love they''ve always dreamed of. Hattie Yates has finally met the man of her dreams. Yet years of abuse from her demanding father have left her petrified of disappointment. She’s already failed to reach her goal of becoming a professional ballerina—she can’t handle the terrible consequences of another dream becoming a nightmare. But when a stalker sets their sights on Hattie, there’s only one man she dares to hope can help . . . Axl Pantera knows Hattie is the only woman for him. Yet despite the attraction burning between them, Hattie refuses to let him in. The former soldier is determined to woo her into letting down her walls. And when danger comes calling, he’s up against more than her wary and bruised heart. Axl will do anything to prove to Hattie that they’re meant to be, but first, he’ll need to keep her safe.

In this steamy, addictive contemporary romance spinning off the New York Times bestselling Dream Man and Rock Chick series, Ryn Jansen must put her trust in the one man she wants -- and the one man she can''t let herself have. Ryn Jansen has no interest in taking a risk on Boone Sadler. Thanks to a long list of men who''ve done nothing but let her down, Ryn vows to stay far away from the caring, protective commando. And when Boone confronts Ryn with evidence that her loved ones are conning her, Ryn is less than thrilled -- with her family and Boone. But even as Boone proves he''s the kind of guy to meet her every need, she doesn''t trust him to stay when life gets hard . . . Boone Sadler''s never been one to back down from a challenge. He''s determined to show the funny, sexy Ryn that the irresistible connection between them is worth exploring. But caring for Ryn''s heart and body becomes a matter of life and death when Ryn''s beloved niece and nephew are put in danger and dirty cops begin gunning for Ryn. Soon Boone realizes their romance is in danger of more than heartbreak -- and to have any future together, they''ll have to put their trust in each other.