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Heston Contreras. Former Army Ranger. Former lover of the woman who got away...The awful news that Kelsey Stewart has been shot hits TEAM HQ like a nuclear bomb. That she and Alex are presumed lost in a dangerous glacier-fed river, propels Heston northward to the Evergreen State. With every mile he draws closer, the more he fears this rescue mission will turn into body recovery. It's hard to summon any hope, but he does. Hope is all he's got.London Wilde. Former FBI agent-in-training. Soon to be a former Forest Service LEO...With two hikers missing on her mountain, her career is the last thing on London's mind. She's got people to save, and Captain Bates has wasted time those missing hikers don't have. The Cascades are under a severe winter storm watch. It's only going to get worse. The Stewarts need her and she intends to find them. Even if it kills her.

Taken hostage by terrorists, an archaeologist must risk everything when a SEAL attempts to rescue her too soon...Archaeologist Diana Edwards is on a mission to uncover the link between artifact trafficking and terrorism. Just when she's making progress, she's kidnapped and forced to work for the very people she's trying to stop. The nightmare deepens when she discovers the man who arranged her abduction is a terrorist everyone believes to be dead. A team of SEALs is sent in to save her, forcing her to make an impossible choice if she wants to stop looted artifacts from being used to fund brutal attacks across the globe.Navy SEAL Chris Flyte has one job to do, but the hostage won't cooperate, endangering him and everyone on his team. After he completes the mission and Diana is safely on American soil, her story of abduction and being forced to dig becomes suspect. But when she shows up on his doorstep saying she's seen one of her abductors, Chris has to wonder if the archaeologist is lying, or if a terrorist has followed her home.

In this fun, fast-paced romantic comedy, a bookish firefighter who knows his Jane Austen suggests a little fake dating to fend off an ex. What's a feminist English professor to do-except say yes… You can't fake heat like this…To an observer, hauling a baby grand piano onto a college quad to publicly serenade an ex might seem like a romantic gesture. To literature professor Eva Campbell, it's the latest manipulative move by a cheating jerk who won't take a hint. Plus, she never liked that song anyway.Setting the piano on fire might be an overreaction, but Eva's at the end of her rope, at least until hot young firefighter Sean Hannigan talks her down. And that's not all Sean does. Soon he's offering to be Eva's fake boyfriend to get her creepy ex off her back. Unexpected, maybe, but there's something about Sean-beyond the angelic face and take-me-now body-that makes Eva say yes.Sean battles infernos for a living, reads romance on the side and is a straight-up, family-loving good guy. Eva's not sure she's ready for the danger he poses to her jaded heart. Given their differences, a relationship can't last, right? But the line between fake and real keeps blurring, daring her to take the biggest risk of all…From showing up to glowing up, these characters are on the path to leading their best lives and finding sizzling romance along the way.Don't miss these other fun titles from Afterglow Books:The (Fake) Dating Game by Timothy JanovskyThe Bookbinder's Guide to Love by Katherine GarberaThe Devil in Blue Jeans by Stacey KennedyFrenemy Fix-Up by Yahrah St. JohnThe Boyfriend Subscription by Steven SalvatoreManila Takes Manhattan by Carla de GuzmanOut of Office by A.H. Cunningham

An overseas trip is a great idea, rescuing an American War Dog shipped overseas. When Badger tags Kascius for this job, he wants to visit his brother in Scotland at all costs-almost. Yet, at the same time, Kascius never wants to see the woman who he used to love. Arriving home for the first time in five years is a challenge, but nothing has changed. Liam, his middle brother, is warm, caring and still in love with the farm, and his younger brother, Angus, appears to still be a lightweight.Kascius can say nothing good about his relationship with his mother. But Ainsley? Now she's a different story. She's still the same beautiful woman he left behind.Ainsley hopes seeing Kascius again can help heal the rift that still stops her from moving forward in life. She'd been in a bad place back then and still regrets the way they split. However, finding forgiveness, although it might be possible, doesn't look likely.

Cannon's all about control. Until now-until her.Fresh out of Delta Force, Rick "Cannon" Sloan is doing his best to carve out a new life for himself-find his next mission. And just his luck-there're plenty of bad guys roaming the streets of Seattle to strike up a new business.He didn't count on running into trouble on his first case-one with deep green eyes, auburn hair, and a killer smile. Deputy U.S. Marshal Jericho Nash is definitely more dangerous than the men he's hunting. One chance meeting, and Cannon has a bad feeling he's already in too deep.But just when he's ready to make his move-finally charm the lady into his bed-Jericho's neck-deep in danger. She might be the law, but her enemies aren't playing by the rules. Which means, Cannon's taking the war to them.With the help of some former teammates, he'll defy the odds because once he's committed, he's all in. He's determined to have a future with Jericho, and he'll use whatever tactics are necessary to make it happen. Even if it means giving up his control.

When a snowstorm puts a halt to a small town's Christmas celebrations, how will our veterans step up to the new challenge?Marnie Gallagher has a bit of a chip on her shoulders, and Declan Walden just wants a chance to get past the frosty exterior of the Air Force veteran. He knows she has a soft heart, but for some reason she just refuses to show it. Especially to him.Marnie doesn't need anyone's friendship. And she certainly doesn't need anyone's pity. The first time she met Declan, that's what she saw in his eyes. The second time they met, she wasn't sure what his eyes were telling her, but it wasn't good.As Marnie and Declan get to know each other, will they realize they have more in common than they thought? Both have overcome difficult pasts and are searching for a sense of purpose. Marnie finds comfort in the quiet and simple life on the ranch, while Declan discovers a newfound sense of meaning in helping Marnie heal.As Christmas approaches, Marnie and Declan grow closer and their feelings for each other deepen. But when Marnie's past catches up with her, they must both confront the ghosts of their pasts in order to find a future together.Filled with heartwarming moments, romantic tension, and plenty of cowboy charm, "A Crooked Arrow Christmas" is a Christmas romance that will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside, no matter the temperature outside.

¿Serena wants what ever girl wants, love, but her parents showed her a different type of love. She desperately tries to understand what love really is when growing up in an abusive household. She vows to always protect her mother and brother from the wrath, that is her father.Serena's life gets turned upside down when she can't keep that vow and her father is now on trial for killing her mother. An old friend reenters her life and helps her stand up against her father in court. Trying to be there for her brother and also figuring out what has rekindled with this old friendship. One question always remains, is this how love is supposed to be? Real love?

Are you IN FOR THE LONG HAUL?RULES are meant to be broken...Your favorite bookseller returns in a heartfelt and sentimental sequel of Rules for Dating a Bookshop Owner. You won't want to miss this heartwarming story of what it truly means to be able to enjoy the little things in life. Especially during the holidays.It's Christmastime, and a year after a terrible fire ripped through a staple in the sleepy town of Salter's Ridge, Maine, Campbell Harrison decides to take on a full renovation of the building that houses her beloved bookshop. Turning Pages is doubling in size and will be better than ever. But at what cost? While the entire town stands beside her rooting her on, Campbell begins to feel the overwhelming pressure she's possibly bitten off more than she can chew.Still, she has one thing going right for her: A solid and steady relationship with the small town's newly-appointed fire captain, Bishop Graham. Together, they seem to have it all. But with the stress of a big job promotion and the accelerated growth of the bookshop at an exponential rate, all while balancing a large project together, both are starting to feel a mountain resting on their shoulders.When a planned road trip out of town to take a break from it all doesn't go off without a hitch, they unexpectedly head back to Salter's Ridge. But, maybe a staycation in a cozy white cottage with full bookshelves and an outdoor fireplace by the icy harbor doesn't sound so bad after all.With secondary plans to hunker down in the first big snowstorm of the season, a Christmas alone for the first time, just the two of them with no outside distractions, may be just what they need to find that connection they had when they first met.Lots of big questions are explored in this novel of love for many things, including our life's work: What is important to you? Where do you seek happiness? Are you being intentional with the life you are living or are you just coasting along?S. C. Gray is back again with a page-turner that is sure to have you highlighting and discussing with your book clubs all over again.

IGNORANCE IS NOT BLISS Preston Ramos knows most families are dysfunctional, but his has so many layers of messed up even he can't believe what his father's asking him to do. Yet, guilt and brotherly love have Preston going to South America with a woman he can't stand who he wants to bed with a desire he's never felt before. Sergeant Sabina Kaslov is proud to be a part of Bear's Brigade. The Special Ops team members are shadows who accomplish the impossible in the face of absolute danger. But she fears this mission will surely see civilian casualties, especially since they have an idiot cop attached to their team. She's never met a more infuriating, ignorant, biased man who has the face of a vengeful angel and the body of a warrior. Neither can afford to be distracted, but combustible chemistry cannot be denied, and what awaits them at home cannot be ignored.

Fire. Family. Faith.Last Chance Fire and RescueWhat will the secrets of the past cost them? EMT Andi Crawford knows that she can be a firefighter-despite what her older twin brothers say. She's determined to pass her probation status...until her family is targeted by a dangerous cartel. Andi can take of herself-and the last thing she needs standing in her way is the man she once loved. ATF Agent Jude Brooks has never forgotten the girl he gave his heart to as a teenager. But she didn't want him, so he moved on...to chase down one of Mexico's most dangerous cartel leaders. Why the guy's targeted Andi and her family, Jude doesn't know, but he's back in Last Chance County with a vow to find out-and to protect the woman he still loves. Even if she doesn't want protecting. Both Andi and Jude are determined to uncover the truth. But the deeper they search, the darker the past gets. As Andi fights to prove herself as a firefighter, the feelings that Jude has tried to deny resurface. But what will it cost him to pursue Andi again? The past won't stay quiet, and when Jude's worst nightmare shows up, Andi and Jude will have to work together to save her family...and the love they both long for. The riveting third book in the Last Chance County Fire and Rescue series!Last Chance Fire and RescueBook 1: Expired ReturnBook 2: Expired HopeBook 3: Expired Promise Book 4: Expired Vows (coming soon)Last Chance CountyBook 1: Expired RefugeBook 2: Expired SecretsBook 3: Expired CacheBook 4: Expired HeroBook 5: Expired GameBook 6: Expired PlotBook 7: Expired GetawayBook 8: Expired BetrayalBook 9: Expired FlightBook 10: Expired End

It is 1943. In the skies above war-torn Europe a savage battle continues as Allied bomber crews rain down fire and destruction on Hitler's cities and Luftwaffe fighters tear the bombers to pieces.

A first mission by a new team should not risk everything-except this time it must."I can't wait for the next one to come out."Launching a new Special Operations helicopter company may be the hardest assignment a commander could draw. Forming it with a team of rookie pilots, then slamming them into a Black Ops crisis mission to infiltrate China-well that's just uncalled for.And what is Major Pete Napier to do with the soft-spoken woman who can outfly him on his best day? Maybe China isn't his biggest challenge."Buchman's research is amazing and his attention to detail is astounding."[Can be read stand-alone or in series. A complete happy-ever-after with no cliffhangers. Originally published in "The Night Stalkers 5E" series in 2015. Re-edited 2021 for improved reader experience but still the same great story.]Buy now to join the military romance adventure.

First, she stole his heart and left him bleeding. Then she stole from the Mob. Now he is the only one who can save her. Will his price be too steep for Ivy to pay?Kaden was perfect for super-rich, too spoiled Ivy Linton. When Kaden rescued Ivy and then took her home, it was soon obvious to all that they were falling in love. Soon, however, the realities of the dangerous nature of his job frightened her. Her own crazy life was already scary enough, so Ivy left one evening without a word. She struggled to overcome the nightmares, the loneliness, and the loss of the only man she had ever loved. Now, a year later, the old worries were gone, but new troubles have emerged. Her mother is married to a mob boss, his second in command wants her, and she witnessed him commit murder. So, what should she do? Steal important information for life insurance and run like hell to the only safe person she knows.Ivy was surrounded by trouble, but that's what he was trained to deal with in the military and now with Reynaud and Associates. So when Ivy left without a word a year ago, he was crushed but let her go expecting her to return. She didn't, until now. Amid the chaos of a bombing, his girl shows up full of secrets and the Mob on her tail, but she can still rock his world with a look. He was too gentle the first time. Now he must take control if he is going to keep her safe. And this time, he would make sure she stayed.Publisher's Note: This adult romance contains elements of mystery, suspense, action, adventure, danger, power exchange, and sensual scenes. If any of these offend you, please do not purchase.

From the moment I looked into her pretty blue eyes, I knew she was trouble.She's hiding something.I'm determined to unravel this mystery, uncover her secret.But I fall under her spell instead.Completely bewitched.By her innocence. By her body.But I fight her allure despite my desire for her.Until the Hometown Heroes calendar happened.And she took my breath away.I no longer wanted her gone.I want to make her MINE.I just pray she can forgive me.Because of me, her past is coming back to haunt her. My tragic past led me to this small town.I'm determined to live the life I've been long denied.Everyone here has embraced me, made me feel welcome.Well, everyone, except him.Deputy VargasHandsome. Distracting. And hell bent on pushing me out of town.But I refuse to submit.I refuse to go back to who I once was.He wants to be my enemy? Fine. So be it.Until I fall.Hard.For the man who wants me gone.What's a virgin to do when faced with a man like Antonio?Make him mine, of course.

The past catches up to a sniper when her employers realize she's not dead. Former Marine, now successful businessman, is dragged into a covert war when he stands beside the woman whose shadowy past consumes his attention.

Ses camarades SEAL ont trouvé l'élue de leur c¿ur l'un après l'autre, mais le meurtre se met en travers de la quête du grand amour pour Swede. Le soldat est à la recherche de la compagne idéale, mais la question de savoir si cela arrivera un jour est secondaire pour le moment, puisqu'il se trouve au fin fond du Mexique à surveiller un camp d'entraînement rebelle. Lorsqu'un groupe de civils s'invite en plein milieu de son opération, Swede est stupéfait d'apprendre qu'une femme, qu'il avait jugée inatteignable il y a longtemps, se trouve à l'endroit même où son équipe prépare une mission extrêmement dangereuse.Eva aime les animaux, surtout ceux qui ont besoin qu'on leur vienne en aide. Lorsqu'un ami lui demande de lui prêter main-forte pour transférer un troupeau de chevaux du Mexique vers plusieurs refuges où ils seront soignés et bien traités, elle saute sur l'occasion... et se retrouve en difficulté. Swede est un vieil ennemi et il est déterminé à la mettre en sécurité avant que les rebelles ne s'en prennent à eux. Alors qu'il s'efforce de la mettre à l'abri, elle lutte pour protéger son c¿ur une seconde fois.Les rebelles ont leurs propres projets, qui n'impliquent probablement pas une fin heureuse pour l'avenir de Swede et d'Eva.

Landon, 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. But finding a dog that had been part of a large shipment heading to a rescue across the Canadian border but had gone missing on the last stop before the border - well that was going to be a challenge. Particularly one that had a lame leg and half a paw.Sabrina had spent years volunteering at a local vet clinic, because all animals had a soft spot in her heart. Finding out Landon is trying to track down a missing War Dog, well how could she not volunteer to help him? Still when her world flips upside down, she's more than happy to have Landon close by.Now if only they could find the dog and figure out who was responsible for endangering her life...

Aiden has high hopes for his own mission, but Las Vegas and a woman accused of killing her own husband wasn't it. Then he finds out it's a special request from a man he's long respected and that the woman in question was his cousin. Even more confusing is the series of other murders that, according to the local law enforcement, are linked to her as well.Toby's life has been one long nightmare, and, just when a light shines in to save her, and she hopes she will survive this after all, the cops decide she's the one who murdered her husband. Hardly ... but, if she'd had the guts and the lack of concern for spending the rest of her life in jail for getting justice, then she'd have done it.But, as it was, if they can't figure out who and what is going on, she'll be spending her life in prison regardless. And that would be a shame, considering she'd just met Aiden, one of the most interesting men to cross her path. Now if only he'd been here years ago, before her world went off the rails ...

The riveting and heartwarming conclusion to the acclaimed series."That is how you wrap up a series. (This) was eloquent and beautiful and heartbreaking and fabulous."Gordon Finchley knows he's toast when he crashes his firefighting helicopter into a wildland forest fire. Newly-arrived Ripley Vaughan almost negates his near-miraculous survival when she barely misses slicing him in two with her massive Erickson Aircrane helicopter during rescue.In deepest irony, a wildfire sweeps over their base camp on Ripley's first full day. It should be getting better-yet it's getting worse. Before long, she's on the far side of the Pacific and losing the battle against both the fire and Gordon's effect on her heart.In this riveting wrap-up to the Firehawks series, the entire Mount Hood Aviation heli-attack squad needs all their skills to not get burned by the ultimate wildfire."M. L. Buchman is one of the best military suspense/romance writers on the market." "With a spectacularly satisfying ending, this will thrill Buchman's many fans and all action romance readers." - Booklist [Can be read stand-alone or in series. A complete happy-ever-after with no cliffhangers.]

They both came from the streets, now they must save a nation."Best 5 romance of 2013!" - Eloisa James, Barnes & NobleHer father said Lola LaRue would grow up to be a stripper and a whore. Instead she became a top helicopter pilot for the Army's secret Night Stalker regiment.Tim Maloney ran from his family to work in a chop shop, parting out stolen cars. Both their lives changed the day the planes flew into the World Trade Center. Little did they know that they'd have to come together to save their country from the next great attack."Buchman proves his military romance prowess." - RT Book Reviews"Buchman takes the military romance to a new standard of excellence." - Booklist[Can be read stand-alone or in series. A complete happy-ever-after with no cliffhangers. Originally published in 2013. Re-edited 2021 for improved reader experience but still the same great story.]