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In the riveting conclusion to the Southern Skyes series, Crosswinds weaves a tapestry of history, family, and love spanning two centuries. In a dance of love and betrayal, it is a story of reconciliation, redemption, and the enduring power of family ties.Two family lineages, forged from one soldier's legacy, have existed in mostly disparate worlds, prejudices tearing them apart. Now treachery and unrequited love have come to the fore. In a tale that pits brother against brother and future against past, the bonds of blood and destiny somehow keep it all inexorably connected.Crosswinds-indeed the entire series-is a suspenseful historical fiction masterpiece that will sweep you off your feet and leave you yearning for more. Prepare to be spellbound by a tale that transcends time and prejudice, a story of love's enduring legacy that will linger in your heart long after you turn the final page.

A dreamy young horse named Chinook chases a butterfly, only to get lost in a wild storm. Will she find her way back to her herd, her home? Thanks to the butterflies who give her hope, and the people who give her comfort, Chinook learns the valuable lesson that home and happiness really are wherever the heart is.

The lives of three families on two continents are set on a collision course with destiny as they're inextricably woven into the tapestry of music history.In America's Pacific Northwest, a star is born. In Northern England, another.And another.And another. A promising new record label is formed amidst the dust of crushed and twisted lives, by the very man who makes it happen. A man who has risen like a phoenix against all odds to reinvent himself despite a tragic past. Twin brothers, East London's most fearsome villains, move to commandeer some of the most notable bands in history by any means necessary. They expect their due. Or else. From Swinging London to the LA music scene. From the bombed-out rubble of post-WWII England to the gritty streets of New York to California's sunny coast. These are the Hit Makers. And this is where their story begins.

In the aftermath of the explosion, the music industry continues in its soul-crushing vortex of creating superstars and spinning lies into truth. The Grants, royals of rock'n'roll, make a decision that will strain Ben's family and lead a killer to their front door. Meanwhile, Chris wrestles his obsession over the only woman he ever loved. His solo career thrives as his fragile marriage suffers under the weight of jealousy and unspeakable betrayal. Record mogul Jameson Lockhardt has used every weapon in his arsenal to avoid the exposure of his past, including his failed marriage, his son's illness, and a trail of bodies. One man knows the truth about the biggest name-the biggest monster-in entertainment. And Jameson has left him nothing to lose. Frustrations intensify as reporter Miles Macy and his Metro Dade allies continue their off-the-books investigation into the Grant murders. A mysterious riddle from an anonymous source, previously concealed evidence, and a voice from the past converge to fill in missing pieces and bring closure to more than one grieving family. Loyalties shift. Bonds of love are tested. Life and death meet head-on in a cataclysmic finale that will shake the foundations of an entire industry.

Two years have passed since a series of tragedies upended the Grant family, prominent players in the tempest that is the music industry. Estranged brothers Ben and Chris still struggle to accept the loss of the youngest, and dearest, member of their family. The official report is as convenient as it is contrived. Questions linger that police cannot-or will not-answer. Miami news reporter Miles Macy's determination to unearth the truth has landed him a forced transfer to Chicago, but his personal investigation continues. His gut tells him there's more to the story, and it points him in a singular direction: Jameson Lockhardt. Meanwhile, famed record label Lockhardt Sound has seen better days. With little more than creative accounting and a grassroots strategy, Jameson Lockhardt fights to maintain his legacy, his secrets, and his freedom. When a request from a former LSI colleague leads to a true confession, a life-or-death race ensues. Only one man can expose Lockhardt's deadly past. And time is running out.

Talk about a killer stitch-up! After surviving a sketchy encounter with a murderer at her home in Evergreen, Colorado, Cody Costin heads for her grandmother's B&B in the nearby town of Bailey for some much-needed downtime. Her grandmother is hosting a knitting retreat during the weekend Cody arrives. Even though Cody would prefer to kick up her feet with her chocolate lab, Snickers, at her side, she offers to help with the guests' care. After all, it's a knitting retreat … what could go wrong? Right? Wrong. Her grandmother's best friend is found dead in the foyer of the quaint B&B. Law enforcement has a suspect in mind, and it hits close to home for Cody, who is not convinced and is compelled to stitch up her plans to unravel the mystery.Slip Stitch Slaying is the second book in a captivating cozy mystery series set in and around the beautiful state of Colorado. If you're young at heart and enjoy contemporary mysteries with a twist that you won't see coming, then you'll love this unique whodunit.

Talk about a killer ride! Cody Costin tries, she really tries, to stay away from dead bodies. To enjoy the summer while the Colorado skies are blue and outdoors adventures abound.But when a leisurely horseback ride with a friend turns into anything but relaxing, she starts to wonder if her mojo is completely askew. Upon returning to the stables to put up their horses, Cody discovers the stablehand has been murdered. And she and her friend, Carla McCooley, are considered suspects in the killing! It will take all of Cody's sleuthing skills to find the needle in this haystack-the one precious bit of information that will break the whole case wide open, allowing justice to prevail. Horses and Corpses is the final book in a captivating cozy mystery trilogy set in and around the beautiful state of Colorado. If you're young at heart and enjoy contemporary mysteries with a twist that you won't see coming, then you'll love this unique whodunit.

Talk about a killer vacation! Cody Costin has just returned to Evergreen, Colorado, for the summer, having completed her first year at college in South Carolina. She expects to spend long, lazy days basking under perfect skies with family and friends. But when her best friend's sister turns up dead, and everyone, including the sheriff, thinks it's a case of death-by-misadventure, Cody is compelled to box her plans and dive into investigation mode. The crux of the mystery involves a group of high school graduates who all have both motive and means. Did one of them resort to murder? The good news is Cody isn't one to give up easily. The bad news is someone intends to stop her at all costs. Peril in the Pines is the first book in a captivating cozy mystery series set in and around beautiful Evergreen, Colorado. If you're young at heart and enjoy contemporary mysteries with a twist that you won't see coming, then you'll love this unique whodunit.

During exploration of the wreckage of a 15th-century Dutch ship on an Australian reef, archaeologist Jami Laramie becomes embroiled in mishaps, misunderstandings, and the antics of one saucy but handsome shipmate. Things quickly take a turn for the sinister when valuable artifacts begin disappearing … and murder rears its ominous head. As Jami navigates the treacherous waters of marine archaeology and death, she must also come to terms with her parents' divorce and her own burgeoning love life. The combination is most certainly not for the faint of heart. Join Jami on a thrilling adventure full of danger, romance, and intrigue as she dives into the depths of the past to uncover the truth.

Explore the complex lives and loves of three musical families connected by secrets one man will kill to protect. Singer Farin O'Conner has it all. A new contract with her dream label. Unprecedented access to Jameson Lockhardt, the world's most successful creator of musical megastars. And due to a chance encounter at a swank LA restaurant, the enviable attention of pop music sensation, Jordan Grant. In one heartbreaking moment, the façade of Farin's perfect world shatters. Shaky personal relationships, tormenting memories of a troubled childhood, and the unrelenting pursuit of Jordan's brother soon leave her emotionally unstable and desperate for relief. But no amount of lust, fame, money, or pills can prevent Farin's past and present from colliding in a miasma of secrets and scandals that will change her life-and theirs-forever. Grab your backstage pass for an insider's glimpse into the heart of fame and fortune. Music is murder...long live rock'n'roll.