Federation Chronicles Series by Arianna Hart

Major Lara McDaniel is a by-the-book type of officer. Being in charge of the Emperor's safety on board the cruiser The Federation and commanding the Imperial bodyguards isn't an easy job, but she's up to the challenge. At least until the entire crew is poisoned and her Emperor kidnapped. Former Squad leader and now space scavenger Riley has had enough of military living to last him forever... moreMajor Lara McDaniel is a by-the-book type of officer. Being in charge of the Emperor's safety on board the cruiser The Federation and commanding the Imperial bodyguards isn't an easy job, but she's up to the challenge. At least until the entire crew is poisoned and her Emperor kidnapped. Former Squad leader and now space scavenger Riley has had enough of military living to last him forever. He likes his life nice and uncomplicated, going from space station to space station looking to buy, sell, or trade his goods. What he isn't looking for is a bossy Major who commandeers his ship and his help. Riley and Lara must find her Emperor and discover who is behind the kidnapping before an intergalactic war breaks out. Meanwhile, a different sort of war is brewing between Riley and Lara, one that pits Lara's brain against the desires of her body. As the danger increases, so to does the fire that is growing between the two reluctant partners. less

Sloan's Heart Arianna Hart " Book 3 in the Federation Chronicles series." Private Rafferty Sloan of the Imperial Cruiser The Federation has been attracted to Mary since the day she bandaged him up in the ship's infirmary. Unfortunately she's been badly hurt and does not trust men. Everything changes when they crash on a strange planet. Suddenly, Mary is forced to rely on Sloan as passion rises between them and hazards lurk at every turn... moreSloan's Heart Arianna Hart " Book 3 in the Federation Chronicles series." Private Rafferty Sloan of the Imperial Cruiser The Federation has been attracted to Mary since the day she bandaged him up in the ship's infirmary. Unfortunately she's been badly hurt and does not trust men. Everything changes when they crash on a strange planet. Suddenly, Mary is forced to rely on Sloan as passion rises between them and hazards lurk at every turn. Sloan sees his chance to show her all men aren't like the jerk who betrayed her. But will they live long enough for him to win her heart and body? While they fight enormous creatures and secret enemies out to destroy an entire race, Mary learns she's a lot stronger than she thinks. As danger turns into flaming desire, Mary has to decide if she's strong enough to give Sloan her heart as well as her body. less