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Cooper by Riley Edwards
Rated: 5.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsCooper Cain left California and quit the job he loved after a hostage situation went bad. Years later he can still hear the screams of the woman he couldn’t save from the stalker that had terrorized her. He hides his pain and failure behind a wall of humor, determined not to let his past ruin his future. Until Kira Winters walks into his life... -
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Carson: Lighthouse Security Investigations by Maryann Jordan
Rated: 5.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOnly one thing mattered… making his security and investigation business a success. Lighthouse Security Investigation West Coast.Carson Dyal spent years creating his business, partnering with a former Special Forces leader who owns the original LSI. Determined to make it as successful as possible, he gives one hundred percent to the effort.No distractions. No way. Not him. Until her... -
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To Love Someone by Maryann Jordan
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNot everyone has a hero’s welcome home.Joseph landed in Baytown when he left the military and had nowhere else to go. Used to being a loner, he discovered the small coastal town offered friendship… but love? That wasn’t even on his radar.Until meeting her. The infuriatingly independent veterinarian. Known to all as Sam, to him she would always be Samantha... -
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Prodigal Son by Abbie Zanders
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHe lost everything once. He’s not going to let it happen again.Matt Winston led a charmed life. Great family, great friends, and a girl he’d do anything for.Then tragedy struck. He lost everything, including his way. He dealt with it the only way he knew how-by becoming the best damn SEAL team leader he could be... -
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![Home to Stay by Maryann Jordan]()
Home to Stay by Maryann Jordan
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsHome is no longer the place he left… but it’s all he’s got.John Roster is flying to his childhood home in Maine after a medical discharge from the Army. No one will be there to welcome him home other than his cranky grandfather… a personality trait the two men share. No job. No friends. And with a storm canceling all flights at the moment, no plane to catch... -
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Unbroken: The complete story by Riley Edwards
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA husband gone too soon. A family left in tatters. A hero who sees beauty where others see broken. Ava Kelley lost more than her husband, so much more, that five years later, the mere memory of it is still paralyzing. After struggling to piece her life back together, a ghost from Ava’s past threatens to haunt her and her son’s future... -
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Protecting Her Heart by Maryann Jordan
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe’d known poverty… but overcame the odds to become the Chief of Police of a tiny beach town.She’d known wealth… but barely survived her world crashing.Wyatt Newman wanted to serve and protect.Millie Addair needed a place to hide and heal... -
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Knox by Maryann Jordan
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA cruise brought his brother and sister-in-law together, but can lightning strike twice? Nah…Not when Knox is assigned to the security for a senior citizen cruise. Sigh… well, not all the Keepers can fall in love on a mission. Until he met the seniors’ activity director... -
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Sunset Kiss by Maryann Jordan
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAn unexpected kiss at sunset can change your life. Luke overcame his background, thanks to the military. Now, a medic at the county jail on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, he had a job, small apartment, and friends. Not bad for a loner like him.Allie was sunshine, laughter, and fun. A teacher with a glow about her that made him wish to be worthy of a woman like her.A phone call changed his life... -
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IRISH: REAPER-Patriots: Book Fifty-Four by Mary Kennedy
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsConnor 'Irish' Kelly has spent most of his life fighting for what he wanted. When he decides that Lucinda Harwell is who he wants, he makes the mistake of doing the one thing she can't tolerate. He tells an innocent, little, white lie... -
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Beast Charming by Grace Goodwin
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWarlord Tane of Atlan is a warrior, not a prince...Categorized as:
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IRISH by Jaime Lewis
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIs fate real?That is the question that Ky “Irish” Daniels keeps asking himself when he meets the gorgeous, blue-eyed, southern belle with a busted tire one rainy night, and becomes instantly enchanted. Known for being a wild playboy, Irish finds that easing into a relationship, especially with his reputation, isn’t simple... -
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Cam by Mary Kennedy
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCameron Dougall has always known he was a good-looking man and he enjoyed the spoils of his God, and parent, given gifts. Until someone special crossed his path. She'd been right in front of him the whole time and he almost missed her. Now, retired from the SEALs, he was home to make a life for himself and hopefully the woman he loved... -
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Joseph by Mary Kennedy
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsJoseph Redhawk is nearing the end of his career as a Delta Operative. He's also in the darkest place a man like him can be. Senseless lives lost; acts against humanity; and a feeling of helplessness and hopelessness that won't seem to leave him. Who would have believed that the sweet, shy, little sister of Paige Anderson would be his savior... -
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![Gage's Goal by Dale Mayer]()
Gage's Goal by Dale Mayer
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsGage hadn’t told the rest of his team, but he’d planned to meet up with Lorelei after their team disbanded. A little one-on-one time was needed to see if all the sparks they’d felt over the last few years were the real thing. He’d deliberately avoided getting involved with anyone he worked with, so this seemed like the perfect opportunity... -
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Hellhound Marshal by Zoe Chant
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHe’s trapped in a nightmare. She’s a dream come true.Logan Vega has been stuck as a hellhound so long that he’s almost forgotten how to be human. Some days, he can’t even remember his own name.But then a new prisoner is locked in the cage next door. She’s more than the cure for his loneliness: she’s the bravest, kindest, toughest, and most radiant woman he’s ever met... -
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Scarred Sunrise by Maddie Wade
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTo see the sunrise, he must defeat the darkness.Trapped in an ever-darkening circle of hell, Smithy’s only reason for living is the woman he almost destroyed. Watching her from afar as the guilt of his sins pull him under, he knows the only way to keep her safe is to kill again... -
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Carl by Mary Kennedy
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCarl Robicheaux's only dream was to become a Robicheaux Ranger like his father and uncles. Coming home is always a great release for him, but this time he makes the biggest mistake of his life. When he realizes what he's done, he knows he can't go back. He also knows, he doesn't want to; he just has to wait for the right moment... -
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Keith by Mary Kennedy
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBeing born deaf would be seen as a detriment to most people, but Keith Robicheaux is not most people. His life has been filled with blessings since his rescue by his father, Alec Robicheaux. He's had the best life could offer and that includes, the best woman in the world. Unable to join the military, Keith chose to educate other deaf children, but trained with his father's team... -
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Eric by Mary Kennedy
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsEric Bongard has served his country faithfully for more than ten years. Leading a team of Rangers they're mission quickly turns from a hunt, to a rescue. Worse, it's a rescue of disabled children. But to do that, he has to break every rule in the book, knowing that he'll be court-martialed. He just has two goals. Get the children to safety and get back to the only woman he's ever loved... -
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Shadow in the Mountain by KaLyn Cooper
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAnother mission into the shadows was the last place he wanted to be. Last time it ended his career. This time promises death or salvation.Ryker Tufano has spent the last several months drowning his survivor’s guilt—and unexpected ejection from the Navy—in alcohol and self-loathing. His entire SEAL team, and his memory, were lost on their last mission... -
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Nathan by Mary Kennedy
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNathan Redhawk could be considered by most to be as dangerous as his father. He was certainly as dangerous as his twin. Retired from Delta, he was home now, with every intention of making Katrina Santos his own. She'd avoided him for years. Side-stepped him, blocked him, used every excuse in the book... -
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Broken Butterfly by Maddie Wade
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA man who lives in the shadows. Zin “The Viper” Maklavoi has lived his life in the shadowy world of espionage, shedding the blood of evil and soaking up the darkness. Now, he needs to step into the light and allow the woman who has stolen his heart and soul to see the man behind the mask, even if it costs him everything... -
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Probable Fear by Julie Trettel
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSometimes the path to destiny really sucks ass.I should have died on our last big mission and it’s messing with my head.I know I need to get over it, but I just can’t.There’s a lead on a new Collector and Delta’s getting called in to assist.Paralyzed by irrational fears and guilt, I don’t know if I can do this again.But if I don’t, I’ll never meet her...Categorized as:
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![Mercy & Mayhem by Lindsay Cross]()
Mercy & Mayhem by Lindsay Cross
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsHe wanted nothing but revenge… until her. Mack Grey wants one thing in his life: vengeance for the ex-CIA operative who betrayed his team, Jack Mankel. And he’s finally got the traitor within grasp, all he has to do is catch a hop across the Congo and capture his enemy. He had no idea the depths to which Mankel’s evil could reach. She never thought she could love again… until him... -
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A SEAL's Vigilant Heart by Caitlyn O'Leary
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA WEDDING Mason Gault and Sophia Anderson are beyond happy that their wedding day is finally near. Even when Mason comes home injured from a mission the couple forge ahead, knowing that their life together is only going to get better... -
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Alpha Theo by C.J. Primer
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratings* While this book can be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading book one (Alpha Gray) for context before starting in on this one. * This book is very different from book one- it's a slow burn, and it's a very bumpy ride. You've been warned! THEO: I'm next in line to be the alpha of my pack, but my father doesn't think I'm ready... -
![Hell's Fury by Nikki Landis]()
Hell's Fury by Nikki Landis
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTwo Worlds. Two Codes.One Patch.Patriot:She gave my pain purpose.I took a bullet to save her and I’d do it again.I’m a Marine and a patriot.I save lives. Fight for the weak.Bring the guilty and sadistic to justice.When I found Mimi, I knew the ones who tortured her had to die for their crimes.I killed to keep her safe.She’s no longer alone. I own her now.She’s MINE... -
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Monroe Doctrine : Volume V by James Rosone, Alex Aaronson
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIts name was Jade Dragon……and it said, “I am the future.” Had the Chinese government gone too far?Deep in an underground production facility, far away from prying eyes, President Yao Jintao stood and watched—row after row of machines busily working to build other machines that would fight and destroy their enemies. Killers were creating killers for as far as he could see.The terror was immediate... -
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Arctic Fire by Maddie Wade
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA woman who stands alone! As the leader of Zenobi, a deadly group of female assassins, Roz Maklavoi is feared and revered in equal measure. Hiding behind her impenetrable wall of ice is a young girl who was tortured and beaten, sold to evil by the one man she should have been able to trust. Now the man responsible for her torture has struck again, targeting her loved ones... -
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My First Choice by Mary Kennedy
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsStone Roberts spent years hiding his desire for the sister of his on again/off again girlfriend, even joining the Marines to escape from his feelings. He knew that Jane wasn't right for him, but Bronwyn was everything he'd ever dreamed of. But he never expected to find her again and he damned sure never expected to find her in a strip club... -
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![Waging War by Julie Trettel]()
Waging War by Julie Trettel
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMistaken for a shifter, superhuman, Jake Forrester found himself amid a paranormal world. Shifters had physical advantages over him, but he stubbornly worked even harder, pushing himself to the max to prove himself time and time again. At last he’s landed his dream job as the newest member of Bravo unit... -
![DALTON: REAPER-Patriots: Book Twenty-Two by Mary Kennedy]()
DALTON: REAPER-Patriots: Book Twenty-Two by Mary Kennedy
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDalton Gibson was finally home. Retired from the SEALs, he was where he'd always wanted to be with the woman he knew he loved. Of course, like most of the RP men, he had to be hit on the head to remember how special she really was. Calla Michaels was young and innocent. Too young and innocent for him. He wanted her to be with someone whole; someone who hadn't killed like he had... -
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Free Fall by Elle James
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe pushes limits, tempting death…Former Green Beret, Matteo “Tayo” Perez is a risk-taking adrenalin junky with a load of survivor's guilt trying to find his way in a civilian world. He’s working in construction and moonlighting as a sky-diving instructor when he’s offered a position with Brotherhood Protectors Colorado. Glad to find a job utilizing his Army training, he accepts... -
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Breaking Promises by Elle James
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDelta Force Operative Asher Gray otherwise known as “Smoke” is on temporary assignment to the American embassy in Jerusalem. Never one to get involved too deeply with the opposite sex, he finds he can’t keep his eyes or hands off the ambassador’s assistant who happens to be a trained bodyguard.Danica “Danny” Turner learned her fighting skills in the Army and then in the MMA arena... -
![FRANK: REAPER-Patriots: Book Twenty-Three by Mary Kennedy]()
FRANK: REAPER-Patriots: Book Twenty-Three by Mary Kennedy
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrank Gaspar Robicheaux is finally home with his family and friends. Being a part of the RP family means often taking on details that you don't really want to do. What starts out as a protection detail for the California Governor, quickly turns into a rescue mission for a battered young woman. His instant need to protect and cherish the bandaged woman seems odd for Frank... -
![DOM: REAPER-Patriots: Book Twenty-Five by Mary Kennedy]()
DOM: REAPER-Patriots: Book Twenty-Five by Mary Kennedy
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDominic Quinn is settling into his life with RP after serving, what seemed, a lifetime in the Marine Corps. On one of his first assignments, he's sent to guard an actress in town for a movie premier. Initially, he dreads the detail, but it turns out that Livvi Downs is a lot more than meets the eye. She's funny, kind, smart, and sexy; seriously sexy... -
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Bron by Mary Kennedy
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBron Jones is a Marine through and through. His time as an elite Marine made him an ideal addition to the RP team. But all the happily-ever-after bullshit with the double-wedding is getting to him. He nearly made a mistake that he might not have recovered from. Instead, he's given the opportunity to perhaps correct two wrongs... -
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Faithful Cowboy (Whiskey Valley: Bryant Brothers) by Hope Ford
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsUSA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR Hope Ford brings you a steamy cowboy romance about a romance author that doesn’t believe in love until she meets a wounded warrior that teaches her that real all-consuming love can withstand anything.HaileyI’m a romance novelist who no longer believes in love.My agent keeps calling it writer’s block, but I think what I have is more permanent... -
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Landon by Dale Mayer
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLandon, after a tough couple of years helping his navy buddy live out his last years, needed a break. Tracking a war dog named Chica to make sure it was okay sounded perfect. Especially being able to take his three chihuahuas with him... -
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Rick by Maryann Jordan
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe wasn’t new to the job. He wasn’t new to her.Rick had worked for Lighthouse Security along with his brother and some of the best people he’d known when he got out of the SEALs.That’s when he met her… a co-worker’s sister. Sexy. Smart. And a CIA-op stationed in Egypt... -
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![CHIEF: REAPER-Patriots: Book Forty-Two by Mary Kennedy]()
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![Terkel's Twist by Dale Mayer]()
Terkel's Twist by Dale Mayer
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn advance of another major attack, Terk races to Levi's compound in Texas, where Terk finally gets to meet Celia, the woman carrying his child. Thankfully he arrives in time to protect his friends and new family from another attack, but he's determined to get to the end of this nightmare that tried to earlier destroy his team... -
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![Wounded Hearts: A Fortis Security Novel Book 9 (Fortis Security Series) by Maddie Wade]()
Wounded Hearts: A Fortis Security Novel Book 9 (Fortis Security Series) by Maddie Wade
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWounded Hearts Blurb Fortis operative Drew Preedy had been told he wasn’t good enough all his life, and he’d battled to overcome the odds and create a new life for himself—a life he loves. When someone from his past threatens to destroy that life, Drew knows he needs to fight the odds once more... -
![Lucian by Brooke Sivendra]()
Lucian by Brooke Sivendra
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSarquis’ portraits changed everything. James Thomas has the identity of the man hunting him, but there’s one problem… James can’t kill him until he has the code that will save Mak Ashwood’s life. And the man hunting him is the only one with the code.James must take him alive, but he can’t do that without resources. Resources he doesn’t currently have... -
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Nick UnCaged: Sanctuary, Book Four by Abbie Zanders
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFormer SEAL Nick “Cage” Fumanti likes where his life is at. A city boy at heart, he’s made peace with the fresh air, open skies, and satisfaction he gets from helping make Sanctuary a success. The best part is, he’s all but forgotten the shady past that prompted him to join the Navy right out of high school...
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