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He doesn’t know his name but someone wants him dead After a murder attempt leaves him with amnesia, Clint Broderick has no clue who he is. He knows even less about his mysterious connection to Detective Jordana Colton. He does know that they must find his killer and resist the powerful attraction between them…

To catch a killer…will she risk a life? When a childhood friend and her family are killed on their Montana ranch, Detective Luna Griffin finds it especially gut-wrenching. To solve the case, she must work with the victim’s brother, Benjamin, who will do anything to get justice. Until one bullet – and long-buried secrets – threaten everything…

Can he survive one more assignment? When Kenna Griffin returns to Montana with her son, she believes she’s outrun her past. Having escaped her abusive ex-husband, the single mum is eager to make a fresh start. But nothing feels safe except the protection offered by K-9 officer Lucas Merritt and his fearless police dog. Because danger has followed Kenna to Cottonwood. Against all her instincts, she lets Lucas into her life…though that just might kill them both.

A secret admirer…putting her in danger? Bookshop owner Frannie Colton has just discovered her father had a secret family. She doesn't have time for more drama…especially the handsome customer who keeps coming into her shop. Even if he might be the one sending her beautiful flowers anonymously. Dante Sinclair might be easy on the eyes, but Frannie is suspicious. Getting involved with a man full of secrets is bound to be dangerous. If only her body would listen to her mind…

Perfect for fans of: 👔 Workplace romance💖 Second chance🌃 One-night– A saboteur is threatening their romantic reunion! The arrest of his manager for murder has left film star CJ Knight’s life in turmoil, which is why he unintentionally ghosted Erica Pike after their mind-blowing night together. Now he’s back at Mariposa Resort where Erica works, and Erica’s keeping her distance. But a series of accidents occur on the set, and suddenly catching the saboteur is the only way to save the film…and protect Erica.

The Red River SlayerBy Katie Mettner Confronting their pasts to stop an infamous killer When a fourth woman is found dead in a river, security expert Mack Holbock takes on the search for a cunning serial killer. A disabled veteran, Mack is consumed by guilt that’s left him with no room or desire for love. But while investigating with Charlotte—a previous victim of sex trafficking—he must protect her and win her trust…without falling for her.Colton's Secret StalkerBy Kimberly Van Meter A secret admirer…putting her in danger? Bookshop owner Frannie Colton has just discovered her father had a secret family. She doesn't have time for more drama…especially the handsome customer who keeps coming into her shop. Even if he might be the one sending her beautiful flowers anonymously. Dante Sinclair might be easy on the eyes, but Frannie is suspicious. Getting involved with a man full of secrets is bound to be dangerous. If only her body would listen to her mind…

Includes 2 titles! Perfect for fans of: 👔 Workplace romance💖 Second chance🌃 One-night – A deputy can’t afford mistakes… Deputy Price Collins has no idea that JJ Shaw was the masked intruder he fought while investigating a break-in. But JJ’s trying find the brother she never knew…and protect him from the killers who murdered their family. As violence erupts, JJ reveals her secret to Price. The lawman in him knows he should turn her in. But he’s also a man, and his feelings make protecting JJ his priority… A saboteur is threatening their romantic reunion! The arrest of his manager for murder has left film star CJ Knight’s life in turmoil, which is why he unintentionally ghosted Erica Pike after their mind-blowing night together. Now he’s back at Mariposa Resort where Erica works, and Erica’s keeping her distance. But a series of accidents occur on the set, and suddenly catching the saboteur is the only way to save the film…and protect Erica.

To catch a killer...will she risk a life?When a childhood friend and her family are killed on their Montana ranch, Detective Luna Griffin finds it especially gut-wrenching. To solve the case, she must work with the victim's brother, Benjamin, who'll do anything to get justice for his sister. But the by-the-book cop must bend the rules while not falling for the ex-marine. Until one bullet and long-buried secrets threatens everything From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama. Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Big Sky Justice series:Book 1: Danger in Big Sky CountryBook 2: Her K-9 ProtectorBook 3: Cold Case SecretsBook 4: Cold Case Kidnapping

A K-9 hero answers the call for one special assignment…When Kenna Griffin returns to Montana with her son, she believes she''s outrun her past. Having escaped her abusive ex-husband, the single mom is eager to make a fresh start. But nothing feels safe except the protection offered by K-9 officer Lucas Merritt and his fearless police dog. Because danger has followed Kenna to Cottonwood. Against all her instincts, she lets Lucas into her life…though that just might kill them both.From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama.Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Big Sky Justice series:Book 1: Danger in Big Sky CountryBook 2: Her K-9 ProtectorBook 3: Cold Case SecretsBook 4: Cold Case Kidnapping

Enjoy the dreams, explore the emotions, experience the relationships. Looking for answers, finding love? Leaving home wasn’t hard for Erin McNulty and she had no plans to return. Ever. Until one day, the phone rings… In her home town, police officer Colin Barrett informs her that someone is trying to kill her father. Together, she and Colin probe Charlie’s past for answers.But that’s not the only answer Colin wants. He needs to know whether he and Erin have any chance at happiness. For Erin, coming home means learning the truth about family…and the truth about love.

Dare to dream… these sparkling romances will make you laugh, cry and fall in love – again and again! An Imperfect Match Kimberly Van Meter Dean Halvorsen is concentrating on two things: his business and raising his son. Then Annabelle Nichols starts work for him and turns his world upside down. The more time he spends with Annabelle and her baby daughter, Honey, the more he realises what’s missing in his life… Next Comes LoveHelen Brenna Garrett Taylor takes one look at Erica and thinks, Trouble. The mysterious, sexy kind that disturbs a man’s peace. Erica’s on the run with her six-year-old nephew. The boy’s abusive father will stop at nothing to get his son back. Can she trust chief of police Garrett to keep them safe?

Kids on the DoorstepKimberly Van Meter Three bedraggled, neglected little girls bring out John Murphy’s fiercest protective instincts. When their mother shows up, he’s ready to do battle. But Renee Dolling wants to make up for past mistakes. She’ll prove she’s the mother her daughters deserve and the woman this rancher needs. Cop on LoanJeannie Watt Playing bodyguard to a librarian is not the career move big-city cop Tony DeMonte had in mind – especially with Jasmine Storm endangering herself every other day. He can’t stay in this small town forever, can he? Jasmine may just change his mind…

FBI Agent Thomas Bristol has wanted Cassi Nolan since he was a kid. Now Cassi is wanted by the law and he's tracking the little thief down. The former prom queen was always wild, even when she was befriending poor foster child Tommy. But he never thought she could turn this bad: swindling destitute old ladies out of thousands, jilting men after stealing their cash. Cassi has changed – no doubt about it.So he can't let those guileless blue eyes trick him into letting her go. Even if she does profess her innocenceand her story is starting to make sense. He made vows to follow the law to the letter. And he won't let a word like love get in the way.

Aubrey Rose can't stand Sammy Halvorsen when they first meet. It's only because she's a sucker for a sweet baby that she agrees to be a nanny to his infant son. She gets that Sammy's in pain, but he's so busy burying his sorrow he's forgotten to be a father. As she comes to know Sammy, however, she starts to fall for him.So how can she make him see that his child needs him? And when he does, will he still need her, too?

Experience the thrill of life on the edge and set your adrenalin pumping! These gripping stories see heroic characters fight for survival and find love in the face of danger. With its blissful residents and close-knit community, Cold Plains seems the ideal place to settle down. But Dr Rafe Black senses the crack in its veneer the moment he arrives. On a desperate mission, he can’t allow anything to stand in his way. Including captivating Darcy, who could be harbouring the town’s darkest secret…

One night of loosened inhibitions and Natalie Simmons''sworld has come completely unraveled. It must have beenthe experience of the white-water rafting. Or maybe it wasthe result of being dumped and on the rebound. Eitherway, she let down her guard—and now she''s pregnant witha stranger''s baby!A stranger who is a thrill-seeking river guide, a nomadbeholden to no one. What does Evan Murphy know aboutsettling down or being a father? They couldn''t be morewrong for each other, which is why Natalie is sodetermined to go it alone.But Evan''s got other plans.—9 Months LaterIt''s not what they''re expecting.

Fifteen years ago golden girl Tasha Simmons had run from Emmett''s Mill, leaving behind everyone she loved. Including Josh Halvorsen, her high school sweetheart, whom she''d hoped to marry. She''d never told him the secret that shamed her into leaving. And when Tasha learned that Josh had married and moved on, she''d known the man of her dreams was lost to her forever.Yet now that Tasha''s had to return to Emmett''s Mill, she can''t avoid Josh—handsome as ever, a single father who hadn''t forgotten their love. Or forgiven her for leaving.

Nora Simmons experienced her first kiss when she was just ten years old. Ben Hollister was twelve and visiting his grandparents in Nora''s hometown, Emmett''s Mill. But after that summer—and one very memorable kiss—Ben and Nora didn''t see each other again. Until now…Ben, who''s become a high-powered lawyer, has inherited his grandparents'' rambling old Victorian, which he plans to sell. He needs Nora, the town''s best landscaper, to help him get the house in shape.As much as they fight their attraction, it''s obvious the sparks are still there. So Nora doesn''t understand why Ben wants to leave Emmett''s Mill—leave her—again.…

Ten years ago Kara Thistle fled her sleepy California town. She left behind bittersweet memories and a night that changed her life. Now deadly business brings the FBI special agent back home and face-to-face with her ex-lover- Lantern Cove police chief Matthew Beauchamp. Forced to work with the special agent to track down a killer, Matt has to play nice with Kara, the last person he expected to see again. The woman he's never forgotten. Despite everything, he still wants her even when he discovers her secret. Now their daughter's in danger, and Kara is stealing his heart all over again. This time they have everything to lose .

Socialite Emma Vale has dedicated herself to Iris House—a sanctuary for women starting over. But when she''s called in to identify the body of one of her girls, Emma is stunned to learn that the women of Iris House have been targeted by a violent sociopath…and she could be next.Still nursing some hefty emotional baggage, FBI agent Dillon McIntyre has been lying low, but something about this case seems to reach out to him. Or is he just responding to Emma herself? As the list of suspects grows and the killer hones in on his target, Dillon must face the difference between protecting a potential victim…and protecting the woman he loves.

Skye D''Lane isn''t looking for a hero. She stopped believing in dreams a long time ago—that''s what got her trapped in a lifestyle she never wanted. Even sexy Christian Holt sweeping in and rescuing her from danger can''t convince her to take another chance on love.Christian never planned on being anybody''s hero, especially someone like Skye. He''s spent most of his life trying to outrun his own painful past, but he can''t get her out of his mind. If Christian can help Skye escape her situation, maybe he can save not only her life, but her heart, too. And maybe this could be a second chance for a new life, for both of them.

A PASSIONATE REUNION ROMANCE IS UNDER FIRE IN THIS TALE OF TREACHERY BY KIMBERLY VAN METERWhen Nathan Isaacs walks suddenly back into Jaci Williams''s life, she wonders if she ever knew her ex at all. Because it turns out he was a government-trained killer…and the only thing standing between her and death.Nathan gave everything to his country—his life, his family, even the one chance he had for happiness with the woman he loved. Then the agency he worked for betrays him, and they''re targeting Jaci, too. Now their only chance of survival lies in finding out why someone wants them dead.

"I don''t think I can live with what I''ve done…." In an effort to cure an ailing relative, Dr. Kat Odgers makes a revolutionary new drug—and powerful new enemies. She has no idea what her latest concoction is capable of, but Jake Isaacs knows. And Jake must get to Kat before someone else does. Her safety is his mission, but the assignment gets complicated when a strong mutual attraction threatens to throw him off course. Centered in the crosshairs of corrupt adversaries, Jake and Kat must suppress their growing passions and focus on survival. But when Kat''s formula falls into the wrong hands, they may face full knowledge of the drug''s catastrophic effects.

Free from the past Wade Sinclair knows you can''t run from the past—he''s tried. After his beloved sister was murdered, he ran from Alaska to California only to discover there was no escape. So when a family crisis calls him back, he discovers therapist Morgan O''Hare knee-deep in their affairs. As soon as he meets Morgan, he feels as if there is brightness in the world again. It would be inappropriate for them to get involved, yet the spark is irresistible. Wade never expected this kind of joy again. But is he really ready for this? Together, maybe they could find the strength to move on…if they''re brave enough to try.

Rival agents uncover a monstrous conspiracy From the moment they met, sparks had flown…and not the good kind. Agent Jane Fallon would rather chew nails than work with arrogant—and much too good-looking—Holden Archangelo. But, convinced his brother was no traitor, Holden had Jane''s investigation reopened. And now Jane is forced to partner with him. As new leads come to light, Jane''s certainty about the case is shaken. But the assassin''s bullet whizzing past her head convinces her they are onto something. Jane''s determined to keep things professional, but as the danger around them intensifies, so does the fierce attraction they try so hard to deny….