Bøger af Valerie Douglas

Orphaned as a child, Irisi became a mercenary to survive. Captured by the Egyptian army and made the spoils of war, she finds herself forced to fight in the ring for entertainment. In a desperate attempt to regain her freedom she throws herself on the mercy of the Gods, only to discover that her fate is written in prophecy...

For Delae, a lonely landholder on the edge of the Kingdoms, a frantic knock at the door on a stormy winter's night brings more than a cry for help. After centuries of war Elves have little contact with the race of Men, but Dorovan can't bring himself to ride past those so obviously in need. One small act - with enormous consequences for the future...

Cam Kenyon came home a different woman than the one who left. Always the sensible one, she's now a competent and respected psychologist. Now, if she could only apply that confidence to Noah Denton, her high school crush and the current candidate for District Attorney. It seems not everything has changed. When his political opponents resort to dirty politics, though, Cam can't stand idly by. Her support, though, has an unexpected price...

Ariel's life is uncomplicated - traveling from town to town, installing financial management software, training, and moving on. Until she gets lost leaving one of offices and stumbles onto a nightmarish scene - a man being beaten by three others.Rescuing him, she finds more than she ever bargained for. He's gorgeous and determined not to tell her anything. The question is - why was he being beaten? Does it have anything to do with the discrepancies she's finding in the offices where she's working?A steamy, sultry thriller, Lucky Charm will set your pulse racing with intrigue and romance that packs a satisfying punch.

The wings tattooed on Nike's back cover the scars of her dark past. Once she worked for a secret division of the CIA, then she walked away after they asked her to go one step too far. A new branch of Homeland Security, a fast-response group called the NIO, deals with domestic and foreign terrorism within US borders. Nike has skills the NIO needs. Then the NIO uncovers a conspiracy that threatens everything...

When Professor Miri Reynolds spots the incredibly handsome man standing in the shadows of the lecture hall, she doesn't know he's there for a purpose. What Ash doesn't expect is his attraction to Miri Reynolds or the secret she holds. Nor does he know a shadowy corporation called Prometheus is hunting her as well, and they're not afraid to take extreme measures.

Josh Randall's new neighbor Beth is fragile, as easily spooked as the horse in his paddock no one can touch. Except her. Her persistence creates a friendship between her and Fair that spreads even through periods of loss. Can Josh help two wounded hearts heal?

The Kingdoms are in disarray, the army a shambles after Mornith's predations, and so the Three - Elon of Aerilann, Kael High King, and Makal of the Dwarves - begin the task of putting affairs to rights again. With no active means of responding to threats of any kind, they create the Hunters of the Three to keep the peace and aid the Kingdoms, Enclaves, and Caverns against the borderland creatures.Leading the Hunters, Alon begins to suspect something is amiss. A visit to the Wizards Collegium confirms it.And so begins an epic tale of magic, wizards, and elves.

Kidnapped, FBI Agent Angel Nicholas awakens to find herself in a vast underground chamber. Spotlighted in the center of that room is the most magnificent specimen of masculine beauty she's ever seen. Everything she's been taught tells her he can't be what he seems to be. To her astonishment, Angel finds herself drawn to him. Perhaps it's his pride, or his courage in the face of his captivity - because he's just as much a prisoner as she is...

Tales of a fabled Tomb and its Guardian had fascinated archaeologist Ky Farrar since a visit to the Egyptian Museum when he was a boy. The story of the star-crossed lovers and their battle to save ancient Egypt helped him choose his career. Ky, however, isn't the only one searching. It's a race to reach the Tomb before others unleash what lies within in their effort to claim the treasure, including the jewel called The Heart of the Gods.

After centuries of war an uneasy peace has finally been negotiated between Elves, Dwarves and Men, thanks to Elon of Aerilann, Elven councilor to the High King. One final task yet remains, one bone of contention - to set the boundaries between those lands. It's a task that's easier said than done.Although most of the lesser Kings signed the Agreement, not all wish to see it succeed and some oppose it. Violently.For journeyman wizard Jareth it's the opportunity of a lifetime.That endeavor will test all of them to their limits...

Silver Badge "Recommended Read Reader Ready" Award WinnerJosh's new neighbor Beth is fragile, as easily spooked as the horse in his paddock no one can touch. Except her. Her persistence creates a friendship between her and Fair that spreads even through periods of loss. Can Josh help two wounded hearts heal?

When the VP of Security for Fairview Mountain Resort calls IT tech and sometime troubleshooter Carrie Anderson about a missing college student, she answers. Carrie leads a team that helps domestic violence victims escape their homes and abusers. What she finds in her search for the missing girl, though, uncovers more than anyone expected, testing her ability at making people disappear and putting the lives of her and her team in danger...

At a crossroads in her life and career, orphaned Ali Dearborn has always been the smart one. With near-perfect recall, she accomplished a lot in a very short time. A meteoric rise led to an equally meteoric fall. With her life and career in shambles, she goes in search of her mother's roots in Ireland. Lost, she offers handsome Aidan O'Connell a lift from his broken-down car and gains an impromptu tour guide. But is Aidan only looking for a brief Irish Fling?