Bøger af Kat Martin

A captivating and twisting tale where a murder in 1898 and one in 2024 dovetail and connect in unexpected ways from New York Times bestselling author Kat Martin and perfect for readers of J.A. Jance, Tony Hillerman, and Ramona Emerson’s Shutter.1898: Robbery, prostitution, and violence are commonplace in the fabulously rich copper mining city of Jerome, Arizona.  But a brutal murder sets the stage for a series of strange events that will echo far into the future.2024: Jenny Spencer’s Copper Star Saloon and Hotel is one of the best-loved attractions in the popular tourist destination, but eerie occurrences in the newly renovated wing are souring business.Cain Barrett, the wealthy owner of the nearby Grandview Hotel, has his eye on Jenny.  He’ll help her any way he can, but Cain has problems of his own . . .A brutal murder at the Copper Star, entries in a dusty journal, and ghostly sightings at both hotels . . . is the connection a figment of Jenny’s imagination, or a threat to her life? And who is causing trouble for Cain?As they work together to solve the mystery, Cain vows not to let anything, or anyone—living or dead—stand between him and the woman he has come to love.

"Eve St. Clair desperately needs help sorting reality from her fearful imaginings when ghostly voices seem to haunt the Victorian house in Sunderland, England, that she inherited from her uncle. Since the deaths of his wife and daughter, Seattle billionaire Ransom King has devoted himself to researching parapsychology and debunking the frauds who prey upon the bereaved. But Eve is a psychologist herself, clearly sane, and her sincerity is palpable. King senses a very real danger stalking the beautiful divorcee. As his interest in her case turns deeply personal, he will move heaven and earth to uncover the truth - no matter how shocking - and save the woman he loves" --

"Former Green Beret Edge Logan has made a new life for himself at Nighthawk Security in Denver, using his finely honed skills to neutralize threats of all kinds. When he overhears friend and fellow agent Skye Delaney discussing a new case involving her missing sister and a mysterious cult, he offers himself as backup. With her own military background, Skye is gutsy and more than capable, but a cult like Children of the Sun is too risky for anyone to investigate alone. Skye is grateful for Edge's experience, even though she is aware of the attraction simmering between them. Her battle scars make her reluctant to get involved with anyone, much less a coworker--even a warrior like Edge. But infiltrating the cult's compound is more complicated than expected--and something much more sinister than worship is clearly going on behind its walls. As the pair works against the clock to unearth high-stakes secrets, the personal barriers between them begin to crumble. Together, can they unmask the face of evil before their time runs out?"--

Wanderlust: n. a desire to travel or move aimlessly. Wonder: n. a feeling of admiration for something beautiful or unexpected. After time spent in my wanderlust search for some greater unknown, I realized if I just looked up in wonderment, I could plant deep roots of meaningful purpose. These poetic pieces are the seeds I nurtured in my struggle from a life of wanderlust to wonderful.

From the last stand at the Alamo to the events of today, it's apparent that even the most notorious of rebels are capable of love. It's been said that the love of a woman can make the man. But what if that man is a rebel-an outlaw? When love is on the line, can a desperado truly change and be the man that every good woman wants and needs? What will it take for a rebel to change his ways?

Contains three previously published titles.

When former Green Beret Edge Logan offers to help fellow agent Skye Delaney with a case involving her missing sister and a mysterious cult, they infiltrate the cult's compound, working against the clock to unmask the face of evil--and their feelings for each other--before time runs out.

If you like your romance with a healthy dose of mystery and danger, it's exactly the kind of summer escape you've been craving. -BookTrib on The Ultimate BetrayalFrom Texas to the Louisiana bayou, the Garrett brothers will stop at nothing to catch a killer who's hitting far too close to home… As the CEO of a billion-dollar oil company, Reese Garrett has dealt with his share of corporate rivalry. What he hadn't counted on was being the victim of a sabotaged chopper while negotiating a deal for the Poseidon offshore drilling platform-or the devastating fallout that would ensue. Reese feels the weight of the two men who died in the crash, and worse, it looks like he was the intended target. Then another body turns up, one connected to both Poseidon and to Reese on a more personal level. His lover Kenzie's ex-husband had a vested interest in the deal and now he's dead, too, with Kenzie accused of his murder. When a series of clues expose a dangerous alliance, Kenzie and her young son find themselves pushed into the same deadly sight lines with Reese. Now it's not only the Poseidon deal that's on the line-it's their lives, as well.Includes the bonus story Come Midnight-a routine flight turns into a hostage situation and two strangers must rely on each other to survive the dangerous jungles of Honduras.Maximum SecurityBook 1: The ConspiracyBook 2: The DeceptionBook 3: The Ultimate BetrayalBook 4: The Perfect Murder

New York Times bestselling author Kat Martin raises the tension and the passion when family ambition turns deadly...Harper Winston's brother has disappeared. Pursuing his dream of sailing the Caribbean, Michael hasn't responded to texts or emails in days. When even the Coast Guard can't find him, Harper is forced to take desperate measures. Which means going to Chase Garrett, once her brother's best friend, now the only man she can trust...or so she hopes.As the successful owner of Maximum Security, Chase has learned to trust his gut. He knows Harper's father is mixed up in a deadly business, and suspects there's more to Michael's disappearance than meets the eye. Getting involved again with the Winstons goes against everything he stands for, yet old loyalties die hard. As the case draws him closer to Harper and deeper into the Winstons' snarled crime family, he is forced to put everything on the line to keep Harper safe...and both of them alive.Also includes a bonus Maximum Security novella, Wait Until Dark!

Autumn Sommers tenía un sueño que se repetía una y otra vez: una niña era secuestrada en su propio jardín. Y sabía lo peligroso que podía resultar hacer caso omiso de avisos tan poderosos. Doce años atrás, podría haber evitado un trágico accidente si hubiera hecho caso de unas pesadillas terribles, así que esta vez sabía lo que tenía que hacer. Tras consultar el registro de personas desaparecidas en la zona, empezó a sospechar que la niña de sus sueños podría ser Molly, la hija de un hombre de negocios llamado Ben McKenzie; sin embargo, Ben aún seguía destrozado por la pérdida de la niña y por el fin de su matrimonio, y se indignó cuando ella le explicó que creía que Molly seguía viva. Autumn no se daba por vencida, ya que estaba segura de que podía ser la única esperanza de la pequeña, y siguió insistiendo hasta que Ben accedió a dar crédito a ese pequeño e improbable rayo de esperanza. Mientras los sueños de Autumn ganaban fuerza y se volvían más y más vívidos, la relación entre Ben y ella empezó a convertirse en algo que ninguno de los dos deseaba, pero que tampoco podían evitar... "Martin crea novelas irresistibles en las que armoniza lo espeluznante y lo inexplicable con su estilo único, sensual y apasionante" Romantic Times BOOKclub

La asesora familiar Elizabeth Conners no supo qué pensar cuando María Santiago le pidió ayuda. Embarazada y aterrorizada, la joven afirmaba que por la noche la visitaba el fantasma de una niña, que la avisaba de que tenía que marcharse de su casa. Su marido, Miguel, trabajaba en Granjas Harcourt, una empresa agrícola del valle de San Joaquín, y creía que los miedos de su mujer se debían al embarazo. Preocupada por María, Elizabeth accedió a ayudarla y decidió hablar con los jefes de Miguel, que eran los propietarios de la casa donde vivía la pareja.Elizabeth no tardó en descubrir la profunda enemistad que existía entre los dos hermanos Harcourt. Carson era atractivo y respetado en la comunidad, y dirigía la granja debido a la incapacitación de su padre; Zach era la oveja negra de la familia. El primero estaba más interesado en Elizabeth que en sus preocupaciones, pero el segundo accedió a regañadientes a ayudarla a investigar la historia de la casa.Mientras un deseo inesperado los acercaba el uno al otro, Elizabeth y Zach sentían algo malévolo e inquietante en la casa. Y cuando el penetrante olor y el frío persistente de la maldad la envolvieron, Elizabeth se dio cuenta de que allí había pasado algo terrible en el pasado, algo que podía tener raíces criminales... "Martin crea novelas irresistibles en las que armoniza lo espeluznante y lo inexplicable con su estilo único, sensual y apasionante"Romantic Times BOOKclub

Julie Ferris, una agente inmobiliaria ambiciosa y entregada a su trabajo, está disfrutando de un día de playa con su hermana Laura cuando el aire se carga con una energía extraña y casi imperceptible. Luego, bajo el ardiente sol de Malibú, el tiempo se detiene por completo. Ninguna de las dos hermanas puede explicar aquel día perdido, ni los horribles dolores de cabeza y las pesadillas que le siguen, pero Julie lo atribuye todo al estrés que sufre desde que el hijo de su jefe se hizo cargo de la agencia inmobiliaria Donovan. Patrick Donovan sería un gran partido si no fuera por su estilo de vida y su actitud de playboy. Un ataque al corazón causado por la cocaína lo pone al borde de la muerte, pero Patrick se recupera con sorprendente (y sospechosa) rapidez. Julie apenas lo reconoce: no parece el mismo hombre al que antaño ella luchaba por resistirse. Puede que su extraña experiencia en la playa la esté volviendo paranoica, pero tiene la sensación de que algo no encaja. Mientras sus sentimientos por Patrick se intensifican, Julie descubrirá cómo aquel día en la playa enlaza su nueva felicidad con sus más absurdas sospechas.

The New York Times bestselling author pairs a woman in search of her family's truth with a hard-hitting professional treasure hunter in this taut and thrilling new book. As an unknown assailant stalks them across the treacherous Superstition Mountains in Arizona, they race to follow their treasure map's directions to a hidden trove of gold, but will they survive the danger long enough to reach their prize? "The plot's heart-stopping twists will keep readers breathless until the final page." - Publishers Weekly When Abigail Holland awakes to the sound of a nighttime intruder in her rambling Denver Victorian, she knows exactly what the black shrouded figure is after-the map she recently inherited from her grandfather. Whoever he is, the man who grapples with her, then escapes, is willing to kill for the location of a treasure King Farrell hunted for more than ten years. The Devil's Gold has claimed hundreds of lives, and it was her grandfather's obsession. With a killer pursuing her and her own family not to be trusted, Abby decides to take up the search herself. But she'll need help to do it, and there's no one better than renowned explorer and treasure hunter Gage Logan. Despite the instant chemistry between them, Gage is reluctant. Innocent people have been hurt on his watch before. But when Abby shows him a genuine gold ingot she found with the map, his curiosity is piqued. Before long they're heading into the flash floods and brutal winds of the Superstition Mountains, straight into a passionate entanglement-and the dark heart of danger.

Stalked by an unknown enemyAgainst the Storm by New York Times Bestselling Author Kat Martin Houston photographer Maggie O'Connell is being followed. Desperate, she hires PI Trace Rawlins, a former army ranger. Trace agrees to help, but it soon becomes clear Maggie isn't telling him everything. What is she hiding? As Trace digs deeper to find the source of Maggie's threats, he's left wondering whether the danger comes from a mysterious stalker…or from the woman he's trying his hardest not to fall for. FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!Wyoming Cowboy Bodyguard by Nicole Helm Following her scandalous divorce, fans turned on country music "bad girl" Daisy Delaney. Now someone wants her dead. But former FBI agent Zach Simmons isn't letting this violent psychopath get any closer to Daisy. Because the bodyguard will do whatever it takes to protect the bad girl he's falling for…

BESTSELLING AUTHOR KAT MARTIN TURNS UP THE HEAT IN A SEXY NEW REGENCY-ERA ROMANCE FILLED WITH INTRIGUE The London ton is abuzz with the latest scandal. Jillian Whitney, well-born but penniless, has been living under the roof of a wealthy nobleman old enough to be her father. When Adam Hawthorne, the mysterious Earl of Blackwood, meets the lovely rebel, he's intrigued enough to want to lure her into changing protectors. Suddenly, Jillian's beloved guardian is murdered, and she is the only suspect. Forced to flee, she falls into the arms of the earl, who offers refuge from the law but no escape from an intoxicating passion. Although Jillian swiftly loses her heart, she knows that the eligible earl would never marry a woman tainted by scandal. But is Jillian underestimating the strength and depth of a man's passion?

No one sets fire to the page like New York Times bestselling author Kat Martin, who takes readers into the opulent world of Regency-era England with novels that shimmer with passion and linger in the heart long after the last page is turned. Vermillion Lee Durant is well versed in the art of seduction and determined to remain loyal to the destiny she was born to fulfill. But to Captain Caleb Tanner, a British officer hunting a spy who has been leaking information to the French, she may be more than the flirtatious young woman she seems. Assigned to uncover the truth about Vermillion and her aunt, Caleb poses as a groom at the Durant racing stables -- and fights an attraction to Vermillion that may cloud his judgment and threaten his heart. Both captivated and annoyed by the handsome, arrogant groom, Vermillion vows to resist him -- knowing she must choose allegiance to her family over the desires Caleb has awakened. But passion and truth cannot always be denied, even for two lovers who are masters at keeping secrets.

The New York Times bestselling author pairs a woman in search of her family''s truth with a hard-hitting professional treasure hunter in this taut and thrilling new book. As an unknown assailant stalks them across the treacherous Superstition Mountains in Arizona, they race to follow their treasure map’s directions to a hidden trove of gold, but will they survive the danger long enough to reach their prize? “The plot’s heart-stopping twists will keep readers breathless until the final page.” – Publishers WeeklyWhen Abigail Holland awakes to the sound of a nighttime intruder in her rambling Denver Victorian, she knows exactly what the black shrouded figure is after—the map she recently inherited from her grandfather. Whoever he is, the man who grapples with her, then escapes, is willing to kill for the location of a treasure King Farrell hunted for more than ten years. The Devil’s Gold has claimed hundreds of lives, and it was her grandfather’s obsession.   With a killer pursuing her and her own family not to be trusted, Abby decides to take up the search herself. But she’ll need help to do it, and there’s no one better than renowned explorer and treasure hunter Gage Logan. Despite the instant chemistry between them, Gage is reluctant. Innocent people have been hurt on his watch before. But when Abby shows him a genuine gold ingot she found with the map, his curiosity is piqued. Before long they’re heading into the flash floods and brutal winds of the Superstition Mountains, straight into a passionate entanglement—and the dark heart of danger.

From New York Times bestselling author Kat Martin comes an inspiring and romantic duo - two heartwarming, feel-good stories.Teddy Winters was eight years old that Christmas, too young to understand all the undercurrents swirling around him in the tiny Michigan town of Dreyerville. He wasn't able to value that Christmas for the miracle it truly was. Teddy only knew he wanted to buy the beautiful Victorian clock in the window of Tremont Antiques as a gift for his grandmother, Lottie Sparks, a woman desperate to find him a home before her rapidly progressing Alzheimer's left him an orphan. Everything changes for Teddy that year when he meets Sylvia Winters and Joe Dixon."The perfect stocking stuffer for the romance reader on your holiday list." - Kristin Hannah, author of The NightingaleTen years after running away and eloping with her high school boyfriend, Marly Hanson returns to her hometown at the request of her daughter, Katie, who has recently been treated for brain cancer. Living next door to Marly's mother, Winnie, is handsome sheriff and widower Reed Bennett, and his son, Ham. Ham and Katie become fast friends, while their parents find their attraction to one another going deeper than mere friendship. But Marly's time in Dreyerville is limited and risking her heart isn't something she's willing to do. Will they all get the happy ending they deserve?"Kat Martin has the uncanny and delicate ability to pluck the heartstrings of the reader, and she's done it again with pitch-perfect tone." - Patti Callahan Henry, author of The Perfect Love Song