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Final Orders by Gregory Ashe
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAn embattled author. Fanatical parents. A son who can’t stay out of trouble. It’s the last one that’ll probably kill him.When Emery Hazard gets drawn into a brawl at a monthly school board meeting, he knows he’s in trouble; his husband, John-Henry Somerset, is chief of police, and they’re already under enough scrutiny as they try to finalize their foster son’s permanency plan... -
Alibi by Nicole Edwards
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTravis Walker has been battling dark urges since the day Juliet Prince kidnapped his six-year-old daughter four months ago. Although Kate was returned safely, the woman responsible vanished.When their attempts to find her keep coming up empty, Travis let his need for retribution consume him and it nearly cost him his relationship with his family... -
Love in a Sandstorm by Zoe York
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA standalone military romance in the gripping Pine Harbour series of small town romances from ten-time USAT bestselling author Zoe York. Captain Sean Foster came back from war broken from the inside out. And he doesn't care about being fixed. Not even by a woman who followed him halfway around the world due to some misguided loyalty... -
Marriage Is Murder by Aimee Nicole Walker
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSpring is in full bloom, love is in the air, and Cupid has taken deadly aim in Savannah.Newly engaged, Royce Locke and Sawyer Key are ready to set the date and charge full-steam ahead into their happily ever after, but homicides and unresolved conflicts keep getting in their way... -
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Red Dirt Heart Imago by N.R. Walker
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWhen Charlie Sutton’s neighbour Greg is notified by the Queensland government that they intend to run a pipeline through his property, Charlie vows to help him fight it. Then Travis remembers seeing butterflies at the creek near their joining fence line - the same butterflies they couldn’t find in any Australian butterfly book... -
Locked-Down Heart by Tarina Deaton, Shauna Kruse
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDenise Reynolds’s tightly controlled life is thrown off kilter when she’s given custody of her young cousins. There are days she has a hard enough time getting herself out of bed, never mind two precocious kids. If that wasn’t enough, Chris Nolton comes strolling back into town as suddenly as he left it... -
Ambrose by Silvia Violet
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsI thought I was the one straight Theriot cousin...But I was wrong.Because when Sheriff Eric Winston demanded my help in ridding his territory of pure evil, I couldn’t say no.The man’s infuriating—a clean-cut do-gooder—and my family’s never exactly been friends with the law. But I couldn’t deny I owed the man a favor…And I can’t deny the things he makes me feel either.I want to protect him... -
Rialto by Jocelynn Drake, Rinda Elliott
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSomeone has it out for Rialto. Ian Banner is loving his hectic life. He’s newly married, ready to start a family, and opening a new restaurant. All his dreams are coming true. The last thing he needs is a problem with his restaurant. But when one attack after another comes, he grows convinced he has another enemy... -
Tangents: Volume 1 by Gregory Ashe
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDon’t blink, or you’ll miss it.Tangents (Volume 1) is a collection of flash fiction stories set in the Hazardverse. It includes the “But It’s Still a Race”Emery, John-Henry, North, and Shaw compete in a race at Halloween.“The Least We Could Do”Jem and Tean cook dinner.“Meet (Not Cute)”Jadon and Nico meet. Unfortunately, North and Shaw are there too... -
Here Comes Trouble by A.E. Via
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsLibrarian Note: Alternate Cover Edition for ASIN: B00Q3UI6VG.Detectives Mark Ruxsberg and Chris Green are very good at their jobs. Being the enforcers for God and Day's notorious Atlanta PD Narcotics Task Force causes the crazy duo to get into more trouble than they can often get out of... -
Dare You by Ella Frank, Brooke Blaine
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsFrom Ella Frank’s Prime Time series and Brooke Blaine’s South Haven series comes an explosive spin-off of both worlds. Sebastian “Bash” Vogel, the magnetic, cross-dressing CEO of AnaVoge, has long been a lone island when it comes to his personal life. Self-assured and playful, he’s never left wanting for suitors—but Bash isn’t looking for something permanent... -
Bad at Love by Aimee Nicole Walker
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsBad at making decisions or bad at love? Either way, Kendall Blakemore doesn’t trust his judgment. He falls too hard, too fast, and always for the wrong guy. Needing a major shakeup, Kendall moves into his own place for the first time and seizes a new career opportunity. But everything he thought he wanted turns out to be the last thing he needs... -
Christmas Panther Style by Annabella Stone
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTheir world was turned upside down... With booms, kabooms, and bullets flying after a mad dash across continents on a rescue mission in a plane painted like Santa's sleigh. Join some friends old and new as they chase the enemy none of them ever wanted. One of their own... -
True Hero by Amy Knupp
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA one-night fling won't change anything, right?After suffering a terrible loss, fighter pilot Zane North walks away from his military career and returns home to start a new life -- one he's determined to control. Instead, he's confronted by his sister-in-law's unpredictable best friend, the one woman he can't ignore.Hayden Henry, an up-and-coming designer, has devoted herself to her job... -
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Bean by Nora Phoenix, E.M. Lindsey
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAfter my medical discharge from the Army due to a brain injury, I’ve had to reinvent myself. Not easy when I can’t even remember what I ate for breakfast. Or the hot, older guy I went home with. Oops.When I run into him a second time and hit him up as if we’ve never met before, Jarek’s a little insulted. I can’t exactly blame him... -
Never Say Never by Nicole Edwards
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsRyan Trexler has devoted his entire life to his family’s security business. And now that he’s slated to take over the reins for the company, RT knows that his life is only going to get more complicated. Add in the fact that he’s lusting over one of the men who works for him and RT knows that there are some serious tough times ahead... -
Unbreakable Stories: Rowe by Jocelynn Drake, Rinda Elliott
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsUnbreakable Stories: Rowe is a collection of short stories following the romantic adventures and misadventures of former Army Rangers turned security experts Rowe Ward and Noah Keegan following the events of Torch, book 3 of the Unbreakable Bonds series... -
Holt's Hope by Pandora Pine
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFormer Army pilot Quentin Harding has finally gotten his life back on track after a devastating injury ended his military career. Flying has always been his greatest dream come true, a dream he thought was over after his helicopter was shot down. Qualifying as an Angel Flight pilot, Quentin can take to the skies once again, helping people receive care unavailable in their hometowns... -
Hot Mess 6 by Stormy Glenn
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLany: I just wanted to help my Mom out with the Children's Fall Festival. I had no idea I'd be dragged into a mess that would change my entire world. Learning that children in foster care were being abused, and determined to stop it, I jumped in feet first. I just had to stay alive long enough for Sal to rescue me... -
Where There’s Smoke… by Romeo Alexander
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMatt:I’m proud to be a Port Dale firefighter but it isn’t all excitement and sitting around eating homemade meals. It’s also dealing with your work “family” in ways you never expected. I love my real family, and I love my work “family”. Well, most of them... -
Call It Quits by Reese Knightley
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHoldenThe last time Beckett walked out on him, Holden knew it was time to let him go.Since the day they’d met, he’d known they were meant for one another, but Beckett doesn’t feel the same. Now, it’s time to call it quits, only Beckett is in trouble and Holden can’t walk away until the man is out of danger. If truth be told, maybe not even then... -
Sarge by Amy Davies
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratings•SargeBeing a member of the Rugged Skulls MC, women were never an issue. They would fall at my feet to spend the night with me, but none of them seemed to fill the void in me from that one woman years ago. After a Dear John letter that destroyed me, I kept all women at arm’s length, until one-day. She walked back into my life and it looks like she is here to stay... -
Honor by Reese Knightley
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThey really are perfect for each other with zero bullshit between them.Oliver Rains joined Pegasus after the military to keep doing what he loves—helping out the innocent and putting scumbags in the ground where they belong. He was supposed to find a new team, not fall in love, but what he hadn’t counted on was former chief of police Parker Johnson walking into his life... -
Surrendering My Affection: Sulfur Springs Book 4 by Taylor Rylan
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCody Wells isn’t sure what he wants in life. He’s watched his two best friends fall in love, but he’s not sure that’s for him. He has a job he loves and friends that are always there for him, what more could he want or need? But if that’s truly the case, why can’t he get a certain someone out of his mind? Adrian Fisher knows exactly what he wants and is determined to get it... -
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Interlude: Cavatina by Tal Bauer
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCavatina: A solo in the midst of a larger composition Join the couples from your favorite Tal Bauer novels in Interlude: Cavatina, a collection of stories that brings everyone together in one volume! Jack and Ethan Spiers-Reichenbach are settling into their marriage and enjoying their second holiday season together, this time in Texas instead of the White House... -
Finding Happiness in a Hoax by Claire Cain
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsOne thing being captured and held by terrorists does for a man? It makes him think. Especially about the past.Five years ago, I married a woman to help her out of a desperate situation. But we’ve hardly seen each other since. And if that doesn’t change soon, my command team is going to get suspicious of our arrangement...Categorized as:
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Imagoes by N.R. Walker
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen Jack receives a phone call from a colleague in the southeast of Tasmania with news of a newfound butterfly habitat, he and Lawson head off on another adventure. It’s not an easy trek to the location. The Franklin-Gordon National Park is famous for wild rivers, rainforests, and rocky cliff faces, and they’ll need to hike and abseil—in the dead of winter—to get to the site... -
Convincing the Alpha by C.W. Gray
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsStory takes place in the Omegaverse. Hobson Hills Omegas: Book EightInjured in the army over three years ago, Noah Wilson walked away with his life, but lost his hearing. It's taken him years and the support of his family and friends to adapt to a new normal... -
Long Shadow by Elle Keaton
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsNiall’s never known anything but betrayal. All Mat wants is Niall’s heart. What will it take for him to coax Niall in from the cold? Mat's connection with Niall is tenuous; one step forward, two steps back. Since that night on the beach Niall's been avoiding Mat like a bad case of the flu--which, ironically, most of his deputies have come down with... -
Rough by Reese Knightley
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAfter circling around each other for so long, are they ready to take it to the next level? Mason can admit that he’s had the hots for rough and gruff Gage Hillcrest for well over a year now. Only Gage is bossy and overbearing as all hell. Not to mention that Gage is a closed book and Mason doesn’t know anything about the man... -
Close to Home by Carly Marie
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsJasper Scott is a single workaholic. He split with his girlfriend two years ago and hasn’t felt drawn to anyone else since… except the sexy Navy SEAL he met at his brother’s house two years ago. But that man lives halfway across the country and after so long, Jasper’s convinced his mind has embellished Greg’s sexy gray eyes, rippling muscles, and gorgeous salt and pepper hair... -
A Nothing Special New Year by A.E. Via
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsNew Year’s Eve is usually a night of fun and wild celebrations, but for a police officer, it can be the most dangerous night of the year. Officer Ellis Mason has worked as a beat cop on the streets of Atlanta for over eight years, and he knows what it takes to survive them... -
Devil by Silvia Violet
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA Dark Mafia Romance Devil is a mobster with a dangerous secret... There's a cop who hates him. A cop he caught and released. A cop he can't get out of his mind after the one forbidden night they shared... -
Piece of Cake by Mary Calmes
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsA Matter of Time Story After years of domestic partnership, Jory Harcourt and Sam Kage are finally going to make it official in their home state of Illinois... -
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Capturing Peace by Molly McAdams
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsCoen Steele has spent the last five years serving his country. Now that he's back, he's finally ready to leave behind the chaos of the battlefield and pursue his lifelong dream. What he wasn't expecting was the feisty sister of one of his battle buddies—who has made it obvious that she wants nothing to do with him—to intrigue him in a way no woman has before... -
The General and the Elephant Clock of Al-Jazari by Sarah Black
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSequel to The General and the Horse-LordThe General and the Horse-Lord: Book Two Fresh out of the closet, General John Mitchel and Gabriel Sanchez are settling into their new life together when an old army colleague taps them for a rescue mission to Tunisia. Eli and Daniel, two former Rangers working security, have been arrested in Carthage, charged with blasphemy and thrown into prison... -
Concealed Hearts by Nicky James
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTwo closeted men in one rumor-hungry small town have no chance of keeping their love a secret.Chief of Police Windsor Elkhart is a master deceiver. Not a single person in Jasper has a clue he’s gay, which explains the endless suitors all vying for his attention. Happily married to his job, he’s convinced life is good enough... -
Travis by M. Tasia
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBEAUTY... After living on the streets and in his car, Travis has found a home in Brighton, Texas. His job as a cook at the local diner pays enough for him to afford a small apartment, and, for the first time in years, he's able to feed his passion, buying a few art supplies so he can sketch. He's safe, and, oddly enough, feels accepted in this small town... -
Hedgehog for Hawke by Fel Fern
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA single Omega dad who’s not looking for love. A restless Alpha who can’t put down roots.Omega River Harmon only has two priorities—his new job and taking care of his nephew. River’s been burnt before. He’s not interested in dating anyone new but a certain playful Alpha is hellbent on changing his mind. Hawke’s everything River could every want in a mate but Hawke’s a nomad. A wanderer... -
Find and Keep by K. Sterling
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAiden and Lane return with Lavender and Sage in another Boys Of Lake Cliff book. A baby can cause quite a stir in a town like Lake Cliff. Sometimes, in ways you wouldn't expect. Mr. Lavender reminds us that he'll only be predictable when it suits him and changing one's stripes can be tricky. Big changes are coming to Lake Cliff and a baby's just the beginning... -
Second Song by Con Riley
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPage-turning heat and hurt-comfort start on a Cornish cliffside and end at a school where not only students heal from past pain. Do first times count if you forget them? Rowan: I once lost a national singing contest. My consolation prize? A night I can’t remember and the tattoo on my bare bottom going viral... -
Gunner by M. Tasia
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDEFINE FAMILY For a man who'd spent his Navy SEAL career as a sniper, Gunner finds himself overwhelmed with emotion. When his sister dies and names him as her son, Ben's, legal guardian, Gunner has to leave the SEALs to became a dad to a five-year-old boy... -
Noah by Eve Riley
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLetting go is truly the most powerful control of all.Federal Prosecutor, Noah Riley has had enough of what he feels is a failing justice system. He’s watched one too many times as young victims are let down and the men who have caused them harm go free. It’s time for a change in his life, but he has no idea where to start... -
Second Chance Ranch by R.J. Scott
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsRob runs to Crooked Tree determined to find a safe place for his nephews. A family for them is the final thing on his list, and then he can vanish completely. Falling for a local paramedic along the way is a disaster in Rob’s otherwise perfect plans.Paramedic Aaron, the middle of five brothers, would like someone to love... -
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Allied by Max Hawthorn
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratings“You have no idea how sexy you are.” British spy Ethan Barrett was only supposed to be on foreign soil long enough to gather intel on a Houston trafficking ring. But one wrong move lands Ethan in hospital with no memory of who he is, in a small town where he doesn't seem to belong. Peter Stone is a CIA forensic data specialist... -
The SEAL’s Convenient Marriage by Katie Knight, Leslie North
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNothing is more dangerous than falling in love…There’s only one thing Navy SEAL Nate Shaw is married to: his job. For Nate, love is a losing battle. He’ll never forget the look on his mother’s face when his father left. And he's certain that marital bliss will never play a part in his life.For Emily Edwards, love is everything... -
The Sinner and the Saint by R.J. Scott
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsArmy medic Ben Rockwell is in Ellery to work with the Veterans Center creating a new specialist unit for post trauma care. Desperate to make amends for battlefield decisions he regrets, he is focused on the unit and nothing else. Until some stranger moves in next door and throws him a curveball. He’s no hero, even though everyone says he is, and the lies burn inside him... -
Slip and Slide by Patricia Logan
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsATF special agents, Thayne Wolfe, and his partner, Jarrett Evans, have gotten into sticky situations in the past but nothing prepares them for the daunting task of being loaned out to a coal mine in West Virginia where Jarrett’s grown up. Investigating a deadly mining explosion may be the end of them yet... -
Deliver Me by Faith Gibson
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTaggart Lee has it all.Fame.Fortune.Everything except love.Tag is the jaded lead singer for 7’s Mistress, the biggest rock band in the world. After fifteen years in the business, he’s drowning in it all. When tragedy strikes, he takes a break from the road and the monotony his life has become. When he meets a gorgeous man on a park bench, he sees his lifeline.Dr... -
On Higher Ground by Melissa Collins
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen there’s no peace after war… When there’s no solace after death… When there’s only pain and suffering… Anxiety and loss… All you can hope to find is something more… Something that makes you whole and complete Something that puts you On Higher...
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