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An artist in trouble, an ex without a conscience, and the hunky security guard who needs her trust.In over her head, with a family to support and a company to run, everything hinges on Freya Larch. If she fails they could lose everything and she can’t allow that happen. Not again.When Mitch Tate walks into her life he brings hope—and an attraction she hadn’t expected. Maybe she won’t have to fight alone, but who will protect her heart?Will the price of his help be too high?

A sparkling shipboard romance about a wedding planner who's afraid of the water and the wounded ex-marine captain steering the ship. Workplace, opposites-attract contemporary romance on a luxury wedding cruise, first in a light-hearted series.Wedding Planner. Cruise Ship. What Could Possibly Go Wrong.Wedding planner on a cruise ship? Worst. Idea. Ever.Not only is Keira scared of the water, she's done with love. The last place she should be is on a wedding cruise, working alongside sexy Captain Aiden.An ex-marine back from a tour of Iraq, Aiden's heart is as wounded as Keira's. The problem is, his dark eyes and rugged good looks have mounted an attack on her good sense, and the Majestic is drifting into dangerously romantic waters.How will these two shipwrecked hearts ever find safe harbour?Against the Tide is the first book in the High Seas Weddings series, feel-good contemporary romance for readers who love workplace romance, wounded heroes and holiday settings. Perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Lucy Score and Beth O'Leary.Praise for Against the Tide:“I really enjoyed this charming story. The characters were witty, real, and had great chemistry. I look forward to reading more by this delightful author in the future.”

An emotional second-act romance about a ballet dancer whose career ended in an instant and a pianist rebuilding his life beside the sea. Wounded-hearts contemporary romance of fresh starts, beach weddings and learning to trust again.Two Broken Careers. Two Guarded Hearts. One Fresh Start.Chloe has moved on. But is it far enough away from her past?Ballet dancer Chloe Patterson had the world at her feet until a terrible accident destroyed her career. Deserted by her family and her boyfriend, she finds her way to Sunrise Beach, determined to start a new life as a wedding planner, even if it means starting at the bottom.Gabriel Williams was once a sought-after piano player. Everyone wanted a piece of him, especially his grasping stepfather. Then his world shattered. Now, like Chloe, he must start again, but at least he can still do what he loves.For two wounded souls, love might be too much to ask when hearts are still in pieces and self-protection means everything.Waves of Passion is the second book in the High Seas Weddings series, contemporary romance for readers who love fresh starts, artists finding their feet and slow-burn seaside love stories. Perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes, Lucy Score and Beth O'Leary.Praise for Waves of Passion:“With a sparkling cast of characters, this is the perfect escape novel. You will not be disappointed.”

What happens when the love of your life hasn’t got a clue?Gillian ShawNearly thirty, over-endowed with curves, and under-endowed with boyfriends, you could say that my life isn't going to plan. Still hopelessly in love with my childhood friend and neighbor who only sees me as his best pal, it’s finally sinking in that if I want a happily ever after, I’m going to have to look further afield.This means putting my feelings for Jack behind me—no matter how much it hurts.Jack LarsonI love Gill. Who wouldn’t? Cute, kind, funny and my side-kick since school, she’s helped me through a failed marriage and adores my daughter. We support each other when life sucks—until recently. She’s changed and I don’t know how to handle it.I could lose her friendship if I tell her what I know about the guy she’s dating. But she’ll get hurt if I don’t. Something else is bothering me—what if I’m simply jealous?5* "Couldn't put the book down, I enjoyed it thoroughly! Highly recommended book to read!"5* “A funny light-hearted romance. Great read!!!"5* "Sycamore Springs is a small town where everyone gets a second chance.”Sycamore Springs SeriesBook 1: The Trouble with FriendsBook 2: The Trouble with ExesBook 3: The Trouble with Love

Do opposites really attract?Eve ConroyReturning to Sycamore Springs is something I thought I’d never do. With my big fat divorce pending, no job, little money, and two kids to support, there is no choice. As if I haven’t got enough to worry about, there’s this unwanted attraction to a man several years younger than me.Hot or not, it just isn’t going to happen.Adam NortonMy last two relationships were complete disasters. Meeting Eve again, the sister-in-law of the woman I jilted at the altar—therefore completely out of bounds—is keeping me awake. Why do I do this to myself?Whatever this is, I think that cupid might be having a whole lot of fun at my expense.Sycamore Springs SeriesBook 1: The Trouble with FriendsBook 2: The Trouble with ExesBook 3: The Trouble with Love5* “There are parts that made me laugh out loud, and parts that left me wanting a tissue.”5* “Opposites often attract. Another great series!”5* Review "I really enjoyed this carry over from The Trouble with friends. I love the way this can be related to true life experiences for some people. You quickly get caught up in the lives of Adam and Eve and love hearing about Jack and Gill and how they turned out. I can't wait to read the next book of the Sycamore series.Cheryl Phipps is a USA Today Bestselling author of contemporary romance and women’s fiction from beautiful Auckland, New Zealand. Married for nearly 50 years (yes, they were high school sweethearts) to her own ‘the one’, and at the beck and call of a handful (or two) of grandchildren, she loves weaving sensual stories that celebrate love, family, and resilience, as well as delivering a heart-racing, happy ending, with a sprinkle of humor. When she's not writing, baking, or spending time with her family, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed breed dog who stole her heart!

A Friends to lovers romance.Is it wishful thinking?Delilah BrownSycamore Springs might be a great place to live for most people. For me, it's a nightmare. Between a horrible boss and taking care of my sick mom, there's little time for day-dreaming, but when I do manage a few minutes, sexy Sam's always there.I know, he's great, but I can't be distracted from my responsibilities even when he pushes buttons that I thought were out of commission.Samson KershawHappy and in love—can you have one without the other? I'm trying hard to accept the possibility.Problem 1 - I am not a couple and have no prospect of becoming one in the near future. Although there is definitely a connection between the hairdresser and me. She won't take me seriously, which is problem number 2.Delilah's as independent as she is beautiful and completely uninterested in a real estate agent who turns into a fool around her.5* ‚"An engaging romance with a lot of heart.‚"5* ‚"This story is filled with heart.‚"5* ‚"Well written with great characters.‚"Sycamore Springs SeriesThe Trouble with FriendsThe Trouble with ExesThe Trouble with LoveCheryl Phipps is a USA Today Bestselling author of contemporary romance and women's fiction from beautiful Auckland, New Zealand. Married for nearly 50 years (yes, they were high school sweethearts) to her own ‚Äòthe one', and at the beck and call of a handful (or two) of grandchildren, she loves weaving sensual stories that celebrate love, family, and resilience, as well as delivering a heart-racing, happy ending, with a sprinkle of humor. When she's not writing, baking, or spending time with her family, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed breed dog who stole her heart!

Who wants to be a billionaire?Sure, it has massive advantages. But how do you trust that money isn’t the only thing people see when they know who you are?On a rare vacation, naturally tacked on to business, Evan Knight is planning to sail and maybe work on a tan. What could be better than a few days of peace? There’s just the small matter of clinching a couple of deals while he’s there.Macy doesn’t need a man and isn’t interested in one who can buy and sell her family’s marina a hundred times over. Someone who isn’t used to fighting to pay bills or has a sick parent to care for can’t possibly understand her way of life.Someone so hot, the water in Heaven Bay isn’t cold enough to cool the fire he’s creating by merely being near.Is it worth taking a chance at a relationship based on a mere possibility?5* “Enjoyed this book immensely! Kept my attention right from page one till the end. I will definitely be on the lookout for more in this series!”5* "Such a beautiful story of family love, commitment, finding your way in the midst of family priorities and expectations, and faith. A must read!”The Billionaire Knights Series:Book 1 - Restless BillionaireBook 2 - Ruthless BillionaireBook 3 - Reluctant BillionaireBook 4 - Reckless BillionaireBook 5 - Resident BillionaireEnemies to lovers in a beach setting will warm your heart!

Twenty-four hours!That’s all Benjamin Knight has to find a date for his sister’s wedding.For a billionaire, this should be easy, but a socialite on the hunt for a husband at all costs means Ben must look elsewhere. Fast.His little black book is devoid of women who won’t expect more than a pleasant evening with great food and wine, so when he literally falls over cute and sassy Jenna Molloy, he trusts his instincts.Convincing her it’s a win-win situation might prove difficult, but Ben’s used to getting his way in business transactions. And that’s all this is...isn't it?With her florist shop almost destroyed, Jenna is desperate for money. When Ben offers to give her a week’s pay for one day’s work, she can hardly refuse. Although her head is telling her to run as far away as possible from the too sexy and formidable eldest Knight, she needs to get her business back up and running before she loses everything.When the wedding of the year turns into a disaster, they find themselves forced to keep up the pretense of being a couple.Oddly, it’s not the worst night of their lives and they're both left wanting more.5* "If you're looking for a humorous, fast-paced billionaire love story, you won't be disappointed!" ~ Kym ReadsThe Billionaire Knights SeriesRestless BillionaireRuthless BillionaireReluctant BillionaireReckless BillionaireResident BillionaireCheryl Phipps is a USA Today Bestselling author of contemporary romance and women’s fiction. Married for forty plus years (a teenage bride, no less) to her own ‘the one’, and at the beck and call of a handful (or two) of grandchildren, she loves weaving sensual stories that celebrate love, family and resilience, as well as delivering a heart-racing, happy ending, with a sprinkle of humor.

A wedding disaster is just the beginning!Embarrassed about her wedding fiasco, Sarah Knight uses the lavish honeymoon for herself. A much needed time out will give her breathing space to decide how to move forward and dodge the pitying looks from family and friends.Determined, focused, men are off any agenda for the foreseeable future. The last thing she needs is a determined playboy upsetting her holiday, not to mention her carefully structured life. Christian Grayson is too smooth. Too handsome.And his kisses are divine.Christian’s a renowned surgeon, who thought he was invincible. Restoring quality of life for his patients when others have failed was his passion, but suddenly he’s burnt out.In Rarotonga to relax, he isn’t expecting a holiday romance. Gorgeous, sexy, and intelligent, Sarah’s everything a man could want. She's as cold as winter in Canada, but she heats his blood and he’s always loved a challenge.Besides, it’s only one night. Right?5* Review - Really enjoyed this book. Took it on holiday and couldn’t wait for the next time I had time to pick it up. ~ BevThe Billionaire Knights Series:Book 1 - Restless BillionaireBook 2 - Ruthless BillionaireBook 3 - Reluctant BillionaireBook 4 - Reckless BillionaireBook 5 - Resident BillionaireCheryl Phipps is a USA Today Best Selling New Zealand author of contemporary romance and women's fiction. Married for forty-plus years (a teenage bride, no less) to her own 'the one', and at the beck and call of a handful (or two) of grandchildren, she loves weaving sensual stories that celebrate love, family and resilience, as well as delivering a heart-racing, happy ending, with a sprinkle of humor.Cheryl Phipps is a USA Today Best Selling New Zealand author of contemporary romance and women's fiction. Married for forty-plus years (a teenage bride, no less) to her own 'the one', and at the beck and call of a handful (or two) of grandchildren, she loves weaving sensual stories that celebrate love, family and resilience, as well as delivering a heart-racing, happy ending, with a sprinkle of humor.

Life at high speed will kill him......if his family doesn’t do it first.Matthew Knight’s got problems—according to his family. He's asked them not to worry about him, but that’s not about to happen any time soon. Plus, they've taken his motorcycle as proof he's playing a dangerous game of chicken with his life.Reluctantly, he agrees to have a nurse babysit him. While that won’t do his image as the most daring Knight any good, Aimee Parker sure is hot, so things could be a lot worse. And her sense of humor is a bonus he could do with right now.Aimee doesn’t want to feel sorry for a man who has everything he desires. Not when her life is so vastly different, and can barely make her rent. The trouble is, Matt’s one gorgeous hunk of mixed up male, who tugs at her senses while broadening her horizons in so many surprising ways.What will she do when he’s all healed, and she has to go back to being a nobody?The Billionaire Knights SeriesRestless BillionaireRuthless BillionaireReluctant BillionaireReckless BillionaireResident Billionaire5* Review - Really enjoyed this book. Took it on holiday with me and couldn’t wait for the next time I had time to pick it up. Good easy reading. ~ BevCheryl Phipps is a USA Today Best Selling New Zealand author of contemporary romance and women's fiction. Married for forty-plus years (a teenage bride, no less) to her own 'the one', and at the beck and call of a handful (or two) of grandchildren, she loves weaving sensual stories that celebrate love, family and resilience, as well as delivering a heart-racing, happy ending, with a sprinkle of humor.

Could you choose between loyalty and love?Caris Knight fell in love with the cowboy; knowing a relationship with him would never be easy. There's too much opposition, and the tall, fair-haired Texan is the biggest obstacle of all. Patience is not exactly her strongest trait, but Caris is used to obstacles, and she's not made for giving up.She must find a way to penetrate his stubbornness and sense of loyalty to make him see she's right for him. Studying to be a doctor has taught her to look at everything from all angles, and she thinks she has him figured out.Andy loves the Knights. Orphaned as a young boy, they saved him in too many ways to count. He owes them everything. After a stint in the army, he arrived home to find the baby of the family all grown up. Not only that, but the mutual dislike has morphed into something he can't handle.Security and guns are what he knows, not delicate women who get under his skin and make him have thoughts that aren't conducive to living with her family. The way he feels about her now is all kinds of wrong.Isn't it?5* This is a great book about how opposites attract and family. I like how the author describes the characters to start and the uncertainty that they feel. The feeling for the Mum is pretty special, and I liked that a big badass guy can be scared of his Mum. These billionaire books are great and so connected that you know who is who, and you can picture the individual characters and anticipate each story. ~ MonieThe Billionaire Knights SeriesRestless BillionaireRuthless BillionaireReluctant BillionaireReckless BillionaireResident BillionaireCheryl Phipps is a USA Today Best Selling New Zealand author of contemporary romance and women's fiction. Married for forty-plus years (a teenage bride, no less) to her own 'the one', and at the beck and call of a handful (or two) of grandchildren, she loves weaving sensual stories that celebrate love, family and resilience, as well as delivering a heart-racing, happy ending, with a sprinkle of humor.

An enemies-to-lovers contemporary romance about a divorced woman done with men and the playboy millionaire who moves in next door. Neighbours-to-lovers romance about trust, family and the plans love refuses to respect.New Neighbour. Old Wounds. Bad Idea.Neighbours don't kiss and tell.A disastrous marriage is reason enough for Sacha to give up on men. She doesn't need a man or a family to make her happy. So why won't he believe her?How did he miss the warning signs? Lucas fell for his beautiful neighbour after one ridiculous encounter. What begins as a challenge turns into something unexpected. It feels real. But what does he know about this kind of love? And is the way she feels about family a dealbreaker?The Millionaire Next Door is the first book in the Family Ties series, contemporary romance for readers who love enemies to lovers, boy-next-door millionaires and heroines guarding their hearts. Perfect for fans of Lauren Layne, Penny Reid and Lucy Score.Praise for The Millionaire Next Door:“Family dynamics, love, betrayal, jealousy - all combine for a great read.” by Sylvia“I loved this book. Once I started I didn't want to stop. The characters felt real with real life problems and even the dirt bag ex husband found some humanity in the end.” ~ Bren C

A live-in job contemporary romance about a jilted teacher starting over and the single-father author on a deadline who hires her. Close-quarters, opposites-attract romance with a teenage daughter, a remote cabin and a distraction neither wanted.New Job. Remote Cabin. Impossible Boss.Would you fight for a second chance?When Georgia Wilson finds herself homeless, jobless and publicly dumped by her fiancé, a live-in position seems almost ideal, even if it's in a cabin miles from town. That was before she met her sexy employer, who drives her crazy in ways she's not prepared to deal with.Author Dane Turner is finding it hard to relate to his teenage daughter, and a book deadline is looming. The gorgeous teacher is one necessary distraction he could do without.So why's keeping his distance so hard?The Millionaire's Proposal is the second book in the Family Ties series, contemporary romance for readers who love grumpy single dads, live-in arrangements and second chances at love. Perfect for fans of Penny Reid, Tessa Bailey and Lauren Layne.Praise for The Millionaire's Proposal:“Heartwarming and Sexy Romance.”“Really sweet story, and gives you warm glow. Definitely recommended for lovers of contemporary romance and women’s fiction.”

A boss-employee contemporary romance about a guarded dog walker and the control-obsessed millionaire who hires her. Opposites-attract, slow-thaw romance where two sets of rules for avoiding heartache meet head-on.His Rules. Her Rules. One Big Complication.What if the man you want is bad for you?Charlotte 'Charlie' Danvers and heartache are old friends. In fact, she's worked hard to minimise the chance of more. If only she didn't need the job that impossibly hot millionaire Jake Bridges is offering. Despite the pull between them, she's determined not to become one of his toys.Jake has lived life by his own strict rules. Focus, control and trusting no one but himself has kept him safe since childhood. He's not a candidate for any relationship, business or pleasure, unless it's efficient and short.Then Charlie, his headstrong, sexy-as-hell dog walker, walks into his life.Things are about to get interesting.The Millionaire's Seduction is the third book in the Family Ties series, contemporary romance for readers who love boss-employee tension, commitment-phobic heroes and heroines who refuse to play by his rules. Perfect for fans of Lauren Layne, Christina Lauren and Penny Reid.Praise for The Millionaire's Seduction:“Lovely, enjoyable read!”

An emotional small-town romance set on the New Zealand coast, where a marriage strained by loss finds an unlikely lifeline in a child who needs a home. Found family, existing-couple second chance and a close-knit community, first in a heartwarming series.A Marriage Adrift. A Child Alone. A Bay That Believes In Second Chances.She's hiding her pain. He doesn't know how to reach her. Can a lost little boy lead them back to each other?Abby and Max once had the kind of love that felt unbreakable. But after devastating loss, the closeness they shared has slipped out of reach, leaving Abby buried in work and Max wondering how to save the woman he still loves.Then Abby finds little Liam hiding under a bed in an empty beach rental. Frightened, hungry, and waiting for a mother who may never return, he awakens something neither of them saw coming: hope.As they open their home to the vulnerable young boy, the cracks in their marriage begin to mend. But Liam's past has followed him to Dreamers Bay, and when trouble comes calling, Abby and Max must risk everything to protect the fragile new family growing between them.One More Chance is the first book in the Dreamers Bay series, heartwarming small-town romance for readers who love found family, marriages worth fighting for and coastal communities that rally round. Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber, Robyn Carr and Sherryl Woods.Praise for the Dreamers Bay series:★★★★★ “A truly wonderful story from beginning to end.”★★★★★ “The story of a young childless couple finding a wee boy that needs a loving family under extreme”★★★★★ “A wonderfully touching story... love re-found, the joy of a little boy, and a town that comes together in support and celebration.”★★★★★ “I laughed and I cried, but overall I loved this story and can hardly wait to read the next story in this series.”★★★★★ “A fantastic story of a family made complete again.”★★★★★ “Liam came into their lives right at the right time.”★★★★★ “A wonderfully touching story that was at times heart-wrenching about a couple who lost their closeness but found their way back to intimacy again.”★★★★★ “This is a story where many lives and hearts come together after enduring personal tragedies and a happy outcome eventually prevails.”★★★★★ “A heartwarming story about a childless couple who find an orphan boy. This tale was full of romance and suspense.”★★★★★ “Dreamers Bay is the small town equivalent of the way the world should be.”

A small-town contemporary romance set on the New Zealand coast, where a single mother who's sworn off wealthy men takes a job she can't refuse from one. Single-mom, opposites-attract romance with twin girls, a struggling resort and a bay full of matchmakers.She Needs The Job. He Needs Her. The Twins Have Their Own Plans.She mistrusts rich men. He's never wanted anyone more.Megan Adams has no time for romance. Between raising her five-year-old twin daughters and keeping life afloat, she's learnt the hard way not to trust wealthy, charming men.Then Jordan Lambert arrives in Dreamers Bay. As the owner of the new resort, he's everything Megan should avoid. But when he offers her a job she can't afford to refuse, keeping her distance becomes a lot harder.Jordan knows Megan is exactly what his struggling resort needs. What he doesn't expect is the fierce pull she has on him, or how quickly her daughters find their way into his heart. Megan is determined to keep things strictly professional. The longer they work side by side, the harder that rule is to keep.One More Kiss is the second book in the Dreamers Bay series, heartwarming small-town romance for readers who love single mums, ready-made families and heroes determined to prove themselves. Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber, Sherryl Woods and RaeAnne Thayne.Praise for the Dreamers Bay series:★★★★★ “A truly wonderful story from beginning to end.”★★★★★ “I laughed and I cried, but overall I loved this story and can hardly wait to read the next story in this series.”★★★★★ “A wonderfully touching story...”★★★★★ “A heartwarming story”★★★★★ “This story will touch your heart”★★★★★ “A soft and soothing read.”★★★★★ “This was a really good story line, poignant in places.”★★★★★ “A well thought out story and keeps you reading right to the end.”★★★★★ “Cheryl Phipps creates wonderful characters you can connect with and a story that keeps you engaged until the last word.”★★★★★ “I couldn't put it down”

A small-town second-chance romance set on the New Zealand coast, featuring a homecoming doctor, a woman building her café dream and a first love that never quite let go. Emotional, community-centred contemporary romance about old wounds and new beginnings.He Left Once. She Stayed. The Feelings Did Too.He came home to care for his father. Falling for her again was never part of the plan.Dr Jamie Morris has no intention of staying in Dreamers Bay longer than necessary. He's only back to help care for his father. Not to reopen old wounds, and not to remember why he left.Stephanie has spent years building a life of her own, and at last her dream of opening a café feels within reach. Then Jamie walks back into town, stirring up the love and hurt she thought she'd left behind.Jamie may still be the only man she has ever truly loved, but they've already learnt the hard way that love isn't always enough. And with his future calling him elsewhere, trusting him again could cost her everything.One More Dance is the third book in the Dreamers Bay series, heartwarming small-town romance for readers who love second chances, first loves and close-knit coastal communities. Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber, RaeAnne Thayne and Robyn Carr.Praise for the Dreamers Bay series:★★★★★ “A truly wonderful story from beginning to end.”★★★★★ “I laughed and I cried, but overall, I loved this story and can hardly wait to read the next story in this series.”★★★★★ “A wonderfully touching story...”★★★★★ “A heartwarming story”★★★★★ “This story will touch your heart”★★★★★ “A soft and soothing read.”★★★★★ “This was a really good story line, poignant in places.”★★★★★ “A well thought out story and keeps you reading right to the end.”★★★★★ “Cheryl Phipps creates wonderful characters you can connect with and a story that keeps you engaged until the last word.”★★★★★ “I couldn't put it down”

An emotional small-town story of family secrets and new beginnings on the New Zealand coast, where a guarded newcomer searching for her birth mother meets a therapist who sees straight through her. Women's fiction with a tender love story about identity, healing and the courage to stay.She Came For Answers. The Bay Had Other Ideas.She came looking for answers. She never meant to lose her heart.Emily Richards arrives in Dreamers Bay determined to find the biological mother she has never met. Guarded and reluctant to let anyone close, she tells herself she's only passing through.Therapist Mason Anderson has built a quiet life in the town he loves, helping other people face what hurts most. So when Emily crosses his path, he quickly sees the pain behind her sharp edges, and walking away proves harder than it should be.As Emily pieces together the truth about her past, Mason becomes the one person who makes Dreamers Bay feel less like a stopover and more like home. But with her future uncertain and her heart still on guard, opening herself to love may be the hardest step of all.One More Step is the fourth book in the Dreamers Bay series, women's fiction with romance at its heart, for readers who love family reunions, small-town healing and heroines learning to belong. Perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes, Diane Chamberlain and Liane Moriarty.Praise for the Dreamers Bay series:★★★★★ “A truly wonderful story from beginning to end.”★★★★★ “I laughed and I cried, but overall I loved this story and can hardly wait to read the next story in this series.”★★★★★ “A wonderfully touching story...”★★★★★ “A heartwarming story”★★★★★ “This story will touch your heart”★★★★★ “A soft and soothing read.”★★★★★ “This was a really good story line, poignant in places.”★★★★★ “A well thought out story and keeps you reading right to the end.”★★★★★ “Cheryl Phipps creates wonderful characters you can connect with and a story that keeps you engaged until the last word.”★★★★★ “I couldn't put it down”

Can an unexpected encounter give them the second chance they need?Four women, each with a personal connection to the devastating effects of abuse, come together to start a small business that designs and creates clothes for women of all sizes. As they work to build their company, they find strength in each other and a shared purpose that helps them heal and fight back against the forces that have hurt them.Follow Lara and her friends as they pursue happiness while using their talents and an unshakeable bond to make a positive difference.Cheryl Phipps is a USA Today bestselling romance author from beautiful New Zealand. She lives in a quiet suburb with her wonderful husband, who she married the moment she left school (yes, they were high school sweethearts). With three adult children and seven grandchildren to keep her busy when she’s not writing, there is just enough space for a crazy mixed breed dog who stole her heart!You’ll find her Billionaire Knights, Family Ties, Dreamers Bay, High Seas Weddings, and Sycamore Springs series at cherylphipps dot com and join her newsletter to pick up a free sweet prequel to Dreamers Bay.Cheryl also writes cozy mysteries as C.A. Phipps.

She's in danger from two men.One wants her dead. The other wants more than she can give.Talia's desperate search to find her daughter takes her to a small island where danger lurks in every shadow. Her ex-husband, a brutal and unstable foe won't shake her resolve no matter his threats—or worse.Detective Nick Foster has had a drug dealer in his sight for years. Finally, with a chance to put him away for good, Talia forces her way into the investigation, and things go terribly wrong. Described as cold and clinical, just the way he likes it, somehow, this determined woman gets under his skin.Now, on the back foot with a deadly suspect, Nick's also out of his depth with the woman he must protect. This puts the entire case at risk and raises the stakes for everyone.The clock is ticking, and the unlikely pair risk losing everything that matters most.Cheryl Phipps is a USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romance and women's fiction. Married to her childhood sweetheart, she is devoted to her three children, seven grandchildren, and one very cute fur baby. Her favorite things are family times, cooking, travel, and finding the perfect latte.You'll find her Billionaire Knights, Millionaire Family Ties, Dreamers Bay, Sycamore Springs, and High Seas Weddings Series, plus some stand-alone, at cherylphipps dot com.Cheryl also writes cozy mysteries as C. A. Phipps.