Heroes at Heart Series by Maryann Jordan

Zander. Serious to a fault, he had no time for anything other than focusing on running his bar, Grimm’s. Until he saw her… and pushed her away… right into danger.Racked with guilt over what happened, he could not stay away from her hospital room. Hoping Sleeping Beauty could hear him and know that he was near.What started as guilt, became so much more. But, when Rosalie awoke, would she remember the night he pushed her away? Or just remember the man who rescued her?A Heroes at Heart novel... moreZander. Serious to a fault, he had no time for anything other than focusing on running his bar, Grimm’s. Until he saw her… and pushed her away… right into danger.Racked with guilt over what happened, he could not stay away from her hospital room. Hoping Sleeping Beauty could hear him and know that he was near.What started as guilt, became so much more. But, when Rosalie awoke, would she remember the night he pushed her away? Or just remember the man who rescued her?A Heroes at Heart novel. These men, raised in the loving foster home by the benevolent Miss Ethel, discovered there lies a hero in all of us. Based loosely on the fairy tale, Sleeping Beauty.A Heroes at Heart novel based loosely on the fairy tale, Sleeping Beauty.Themes, language, and adult situations are similar to an R-rated movie. For 18+ years. less

The true measure of a man is not in the mistakes he makes…but in how he handles those mistakes. Rafe Walker gained fame while in the Army when he was photographed for a Military Calendar. Afterward, modeling contracts rolled in but he found his life in California lacking and longed for a change. Accepting an offer to work as a groundskeeper for a shut-in one summer, near his family in Virginia, he jumps at the chance to return to his roots... moreThe true measure of a man is not in the mistakes he makes…but in how he handles those mistakes. Rafe Walker gained fame while in the Army when he was photographed for a Military Calendar. Afterward, modeling contracts rolled in but he found his life in California lacking and longed for a change. Accepting an offer to work as a groundskeeper for a shut-in one summer, near his family in Virginia, he jumps at the chance to return to his roots. But as he got to know the enigmatic woman, he began to desire a more permanent change with her. But secrets abound between the two and when they are revealed, will he have lost his chance for a new forever? Subject matter is similar to what you would find in an R-rated movie. Please be advised, for 18+ readers. less

Jayden Chapman may have always been the quieter twin, but deep inside lay the heart of a protector. When he came upon a young woman stranded on the side of the road, he recognized her as someone he had seen before…and not been able to help. Determined to not let history repeat itself, he befriended her, as well as took care of her car. Ruby Mantle had worked hard for years, just to pay the bills and take care of her grandmother... moreJayden Chapman may have always been the quieter twin, but deep inside lay the heart of a protector. When he came upon a young woman stranded on the side of the road, he recognized her as someone he had seen before…and not been able to help. Determined to not let history repeat itself, he befriended her, as well as took care of her car. Ruby Mantle had worked hard for years, just to pay the bills and take care of her grandmother. The weight of the world was on her shoulders and she was wary of the large man who came to rescue her. But, soon, she learned that Jayden was determined to help her in any way that he could. Allowing love to bloom as their friendship grew, life began looking up for them. But, then a problem from her past reared its ugly head, and Jayden stepped in to protect her once more. Loosely based on Little Red Riding Hood. Scenes in the book are similar to what you would find in an R-rated movie. 18+ readers only. less

Two outcasts shared a friendship in childhood, but for Asher Swain, his memories were tortured by an accident that claimed his only friend. Years later, he met a woman reading as she sat by a pond in a park. The two strangers began a friendship over a love of literature that developed into love for each other. But, when Asher realized they shared a past as well as their present, he kept his secret, afraid for Penelope to find out who he really was... moreTwo outcasts shared a friendship in childhood, but for Asher Swain, his memories were tortured by an accident that claimed his only friend. Years later, he met a woman reading as she sat by a pond in a park. The two strangers began a friendship over a love of literature that developed into love for each other. But, when Asher realized they shared a past as well as their present, he kept his secret, afraid for Penelope to find out who he really was. When the truth is revealed, will they be ripped apart or will their love make them stronger? Loosely based on the fairy tale, The Ugly Duckling. Language and sexual situations similar to what you would find in an R-rated movie. less

The true measure of a man is not in the mistakes he makes…but in how he handles those mistakes. Zeke left the Army and joined his brother's bar, Grimm's, as a bouncer before convincing Zander to open a restaurant next door. Now, as co-owner of Grimm's Bar and Grill, he shared his success by working as a cook at the local homeless shelter. One night, he sees a woman seeking shelter and is captivated by the smile she offers when she is in such need... moreThe true measure of a man is not in the mistakes he makes…but in how he handles those mistakes. Zeke left the Army and joined his brother's bar, Grimm's, as a bouncer before convincing Zander to open a restaurant next door. Now, as co-owner of Grimm's Bar and Grill, he shared his success by working as a cook at the local homeless shelter. One night, he sees a woman seeking shelter and is captivated by the smile she offers when she is in such need. Cynthia works at Prince Hotel as a cleaner but lost her housing when she had excessive medical bills. With Zeke's help, she manages to get back on her feet and discover love with the handsome man. At work, things are looking up when the owner takes an interest in her and offers her a job as his assistant. But all things that glitter are not gold, and Cynthia discovers that her life with Zeke is the true fairy tale. A Heroes at Heart novel based loosely on the fairy tale, Cinderella. Themes, language, and adult situations are similar to an R-rated movie. For 18+ years. less

The true measure of a man is not in the mistakes he makes…but in how he handles those mistakes. For Cas, raised with seven brothers by the indomitable Miss Ethel, he reveled in being able to be himself. A dreamer. An artist. A woodcarver. And when she moved next door, he had no idea his childhood friend would eventually become a young love, only to be taken away. Years later, living alone, Cas discovered that sometimes miracles can repeat themselves and second chances are possible... moreThe true measure of a man is not in the mistakes he makes…but in how he handles those mistakes. For Cas, raised with seven brothers by the indomitable Miss Ethel, he reveled in being able to be himself. A dreamer. An artist. A woodcarver. And when she moved next door, he had no idea his childhood friend would eventually become a young love, only to be taken away. Years later, living alone, Cas discovered that sometimes miracles can repeat themselves and second chances are possible. The final Heroes at Heart, based loosely on Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Scenes and language similar to what you would find in an R-rated movie. less

Finally Miss Ethel's story comes to life in a heartfelt Christmas novella that proves love is timeless...Ethel loved the holidays as she dreamed of love, marriage, and children, but discovered that some things in life come easier than others.Follow along the years as she learns that love is what we give to others. And she does it abundantly.For the boys who grow into heroes, discover who the real hero is... Miss Ethel.