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Give Me A Texas Ranger
by Jodi Thomas Dewanna Pace Linda Broday Phyliss MirandaBorn to protect and serve, these rugged lawmen are the stuff of Texas legend. New York Times bestselling author Jodi Thomas teams up with Linda Broday, Phyliss Miranda and DeWanna Pace to bring you four red-blooded Rangers and the women who tame their hearts. . ..Give Me A Texas RangerWhen Annalane Barkley whispers her dreams to Wynn McCord, the Texas ranger has a new battle on his hands. For the sweet beauty's words awaken his every protective instinct and he knows he's found a woman worth fighting for. . . When Stoney Burke finds Texanna Wilder in need of rescue, he's caught between his hardened heart and his duty to his best friend's lovely widow. Marriage is merely a solution to keep Texanna safe, but Stoney is suddenly aching for the wedding night. . . Forced to take feisty Ella Stevenson into custody, Hayden McGraw has his hands full. But when he discovers the spitfire is on his side of the law, they're soon working as a team--up close and very personal. . . Thomas Longbow only plans to use Laney O'Grady as his cover on his latest assignment. But the passion that explodes between them threatens to expose his plot--and his heart. . ."Memorable novellas and unforgettable heroes. . .unmatched for fans of the Old West." --Romantic Times on Give Me A Texan
If He's Sinful (Wherlockes #2)
by Hannah HowellSecrecy and intrigue ignite dangerous passions in New York Times bestselling author Hannah Howell's seductive new novel. . .It is whispered throughout London that the members of the Wherlocke family are possessed of certain unexplainable gifts. But Lord Ashton Radmoor is skeptical--until he finds an innocent beauty lying drugged and helpless in the bedroom of a brothel. The mystery woman is Penelope Wherlocke, and her special gift of sight is leading her deep into a dangerous world of treachery and betrayal. Ashton knows he should forget her, yet he's drawn deeper into the vortex of her life, determined to keep her safe. But Penelope is no ordinary woman, and she's never met the man strong enough to contend with her unusual abilities. Until now. . .
Loving Miranda
by Teresa BodwellEvery Heart Needs A Home Miranda Chase can't refuse when her pregnant sister Mercy asks her to return to their Colorado ranch, even though her sister's new family is a painful reminder of everything Miranda knows she'll never have. She'll travel to the ends of the earth to protect Mercy's newfound happiness--even if it means sweet-talking Benjamin Lansing, whose claim to Mercy's ranch reaches beyond money. But despite Miranda's distrust of the man, the sweet words come easily, as do the kisses. . . Ben isn't looking for love--and certainly not with Miranda, who is as pure and innocent as a spring flower. She has no need of a hardened man like him. All he wants is to collect what's owed him and be on his way. But Miranda's soft touch is temptation indeed, and loving her--for now and forever--just might be what he's truly wanted all along. . .
If He's Tempted (Wherlockes #5)
by Hannah HowellNew York Times bestselling author Hannah Howell returns to her beloved Wherlocke family and the story of a love destined to heal old wounds. . .Lady Olympia Wherlocke has the gift of foresight. When Lady Agatha Mallam asks Olympia to locate her brother so he can rescue her from an arranged marriage, she knows exactly where to find Lord Brant Mallam, Earl of Fieldgate. What happens next is something she never envisioned. . . Since his betrothed died, Lord Brant Mallam has drowned his sorrow with wine and women. His dissolute ways have only emboldened his calculating mother. But with the help of the enchanting Olympia, he concocts a daring plan to end his mother's devious designs for his sister. While each step in their bold scheme works to perfection, the sins of the past could unravel a growing desire that neither Olympia or Brant can control. . .Praise for Hannah Howell and The Wherlockes!"Gentle but passionate love scenes and endearing descriptions of close-knit, quirky families will have readers beaming from the first page to the last." --Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) on If He's Dangerous"We can only hope that Howell will return to this series later with more wondrous stories." --RT Book Reviews on If He's Wild
All In (High Stakes #1)
by Simona AhrnstedtTrust is the most precious commodity of all.In the cutthroat world of Sweden's financial elite, no one knows that better than corporate raider David Hammar. Ruthless. Notorious. Unstoppable. He's out to hijack the ultimate prize, Investum. After years of planning, all the players are in place; he needs just one member of the aristocratic owning family on his side--Natalia De la Grip. Elegant, brilliant, driven to succeed in a man's world, Natalia is curious about David's unexpected invitation to lunch. Everyone knows that he is rich, dangerous, unethical; she soon discovers he is also deeply scarred. The attraction between these two is impossible, but the long Swedish nights unfold an affair that will bring to light shocking secrets, forever alter a family, and force both Natalia and David to confront their innermost fears and desires. "Fast-paced, sexy and smart!" --New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster"A compelling story that has heat and heart."--New York Times bestselling author Sandra Brown"I've been searching for this feeling all year: this book left me absolutely breathless."--New York Times bestselling author Christina Lauren"All In is sexy, smart, and completely unputdownable. Breathtaking, from start to finish. I loved this book, and I can't wait to go whatever Simona Ahrnstedt takes her readers next." -New York Times bestselling author Tessa Dare "Everything a reader could want!" --New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James
You Can't Escape (Rafferty Family #4)
by Nancy Bush"Nancy Bush always delivers edge-of-your seat suspense!" --Lisa Jackson, New York Times bestselling authorThe Biggest MistakeThe branding iron glows in the moonlight as he presses the searing metal into his victim's flesh. She must wear the devil's sign, just like the others. He knows the curse that afflicts them--and he'll make sure they carry it to their graves...Is BelievingWhen investigative reporter Jay "Dance" Danziger is nearly killed in a bomb blast, journalist Jordanna Winters senses a career-making story. Together they can find out who's responsible. But as their investigation uncovers a string of unsolved murders, each body branded in the same way, Jordanna realizes that Dance isn't the only one in danger. You Could Ever Get Away...Small towns can hold big, dark secrets. Deep in Jordanna's troubled past is the key to a killer's terrifying mission--to purge the guilty one by one, burning their flesh to free their souls. And her turn is coming, as he prepares to make his mark once more...
The Secret Life Of Bryan (Visitation #2)
by Lori FosterJaded bounty hunter Bryan Kelly is head-over-hormones in lust with a woman. . .and what she does to his senses is criminal.Double Trouble Bryan Kelly has a few rules. Rule #1: Women are for fun, not commitment. Rule #2: He'll do anything for his twin brother, even switch places with him to find out who's sabotaging his charity. But playing a really good guy isn't easy around a luscious Shay Sommers. Which brings him to Rule #3: If you can't avoid temptation, succumb with abandon...Society pages icon Shay Sommers has made her name in charity work. And she'll go to any length to help these girls from the inside out. It certainly won't be hard to act the street siren with the gorgeous man who runs the place, even if he does seem less like a shepherd and much more like a wolf...one with a hungry look that's making Shay feel she might be his next dinner...
Obsession
by Mary Kay MccomasGuarded secrets and a lifetime of lies haunt what might be Esther Brite's only chance for a future with the rugged Dr. JacobeyEsther Brite overcame her tough, mining-town roots, seizing stardom with her talent for songwriting--but she harbors a dark past. After a car crash claims her husband and baby boy, Esther returns to her hometown, only to fall ill with pneumonia. She is at the mercy of the town's new doctor, the brusque, handsome Daniel Jacobey. But as she recovers, she learns that during her years away from Bellewood, Dr. Jacobey purchased her childhood home and found her diary. With that window into her intimate thoughts and fears, Dr. Jacobey becomes infatuated with a woman he believes he knows completely. But the residents of small-town Bellewood clearly mistrust Esther. And there's something Dr. Jacobey doesn't yet know about her tortured history. What will happen when he learns the truth? This ebook features an extended biography of Mary Kay McComas.
Arena en los ojos
by Carla CalvoSam tenía todo lo que siempre había soñado, Lily tiene todo lo que necesita. Pero cuando se vuelven a encontrar, diez años después, descubren que a veces eso no es suficiente. A pesar de haber conseguido cada cosa con la que había soñado, Sam vive una vida vacía. Una carrera de éxito, dinero y reputación no compensan que, cuando se marchó a perseguir su sueño, lo dejó todo atrás. Abandonó su casa, su familia y sus amigos, pero sobre todo a Lily... y, aunque en su momento parecía una buena decisión, al volver a su ciudad natal años después se da cuenta de que los fantasmas del pasado no la han abandonado en ningún momento. Lily no pudo cumplir sus sueños. La vida tenía otros planes para ella: tras el último verano de instituto tuvo que hacerse cargo de su hermana pequeña, sacrificando sus planes de futuro. Y, sin embargo, ha aprendido a ser feliz con lo que tiene. Es entonces cuando Sam aparece frente a su puerta, diez años después, como la primera vez que se conocieron. Y Lily se da cuenta de que tiene que arriesgarse... pero no sabe si está dispuesta a correr el riesgo de enamorarse otra vez. Aunque tendrán que aprender a conocerse de nuevo, basta con una sonrisa para que los diez años que las separan se desvanezcan.
Última parada, nosotros (Un viaje inesperado #Volumen 3)
by Olivia NessMagda y Fabián se conocieron en un crucero. Ella es una mujer de negocios con mucho carácter. Él es fotógrafo, bohemio y aventurero. La esperada tercera entrega de la trilogía «Un viaje inesperado». Magda siempre ha huido de las relaciones serias, siempre le han dicho que los hombres traen problemas, pero Fabián es el único al que Magda no puede resistirse. Ahora Magda está embarazada y la abordan miles de dudas. Magda es la única mujer que pone a prueba la determinación de Fabián. Es un alma libre, pero sabe que su felicidad se llama Magda y está dispuesto a todo por alcanzarla. Ella piensa que no va a tener que volver a ver a Fabián, pero su jefe no opina lo mismo y les envía a trabajar en un proyecto codo con codo que obligará a Magda a tomar decisiones que no esperaba. ¿Revelará Magda su secreto mejor guardado a Fabián? ¿Serán capaces de descubrir qué sienten el uno por el otro? ¿Tendrán el coraje necesario para ser sinceros el uno con el otro?
El misterio de lady Wynter (Damas inadecuadas #Volumen 4)
by Kathia IblisKathia Iblis vuelve con la esperada cuarta entrega de la fascinante serie «Damas inadecuadas». ¡No podrás dejar de leer! Lady Seraphine Wynter, baronesa viuda de Vaux de Harrowden, finalmente se ha librado de un matrimonio infernal y ha hallado su camino a Londres. No obstante, a pesar de la distancia, descubre que todos sus secretos y misterios la han seguido a la capital inglesa. Y uno en especial que podría cambiar para siempre su destino. Dáire Ruah Chichester, tercer hijo del marqués de Donegall, tan solo desea enorgullecer a su familia y cumplir sus sueños como miembro de Scotland Yard. Sin embargo, jamás esperó conocer a un bello ángel herido cuya mirada se ha quedado grabada a fuego en su alma. Pero cuando sus caminos se cruzan sus destinos parecen determinados a enlazarse. ¿Podrán las sombras del pasado oscurecer su naciente amor?
Yo, tan mal tiempo y tú, tan buena cara
by Isabel JennerDrew es un cazador de tormentas. Sammy es electricidad en estado puro. Juntos provocarán un auténtico tornado... Samantha es de Madrid, vive en Londres y es gótica. A Sammy no le importa lo que la gente piense de sus gustos oscuros y, además, metaleros. Ni de que lleve un registro infalible en su preciado libro de agravios de todas aquellas personas que han cometido alguna afrenta contra ella. Pero le preocupa que su novio, con quien tiene una relación desde hace ocho años por internet, haya desaparecido sin dejar rastro poco antes de su cita en Las Vegas, donde habían acordado verse por primera vez. Drew tiene un trabajo en Las Vegas con el que sobrevive la mayor parte del año para poder dedicarse a su gran pasión, cazar tormentas a lo largo y ancho del país y dejar que la adrenalina le haga hormiguear el cuerpo igual que los rayos que persigue. Sammy y Drew tocarán tierra en el mismo punto. Ella, en busca de su novio. Él, en busca de tornados. A los dos los arrastrará una química tan fuerte como las tempestades que cruzarán en su viaje por carretera por Estados Unidos. Un secundario de «Ebrias de amor» que no te querrás perder
Mi yo contigo (Segundas oportunidades #Volumen 5)
by Bela MarbelVuelve Bela Marbel. Vuelve la serie «Segundas oportunidades». LO MEJOR DE QUERERTE ES QUE MI YO CONTIGO SIGUE SIENDO YO. Stuart K. Lyon es implacable, grosero, frío, ambicioso y justo. Cuando el amor le da de lleno, siente el golpe como un ataque, y como el fiscal acostumbrado a pelear que es, lo combate con todas sus armas. ¿Amor? Eso no le va a pasar a él. Lucy Toyer ha sentido miedo durante mucho tiempo, pero cuando ese pesar se convierte en rabia, lo descarga sin piedad sobre la persona que mejor aguantará sus golpes. ¿Amor? Eso no le va a pasar a ella. Leo hubiera querido poder sacárselo del corazón y de la cabeza, en realidad tendría que quitárselo de todo el cuerpo, porque no podía engañarse, lo llevaba dentro. Pero no esperaba volver a verlo, ya no. Después de lo que pasó en ese bar, esa última noche antes de que él... antes del final. Lester se plantó delante de esa puerta aun sabiendo que no debería, que iba a pasar aquello que no debía pasar. Sabiendo que la recaída iba a ser la peor de su vida. Pero allí estaba y en ese momento, iba a aprovecharlo. Dos historias de amor, cuatro personas que se cruzan en el peor momento de sus vidas. La verdad que se desdibuja hasta que los débiles se convierten en los fuertes.
Driftwood Creek (A Sunset Bay Novel #2)
by Roxanne SnopekNestled among the forests and coves that dot the Oregon coast, Sanctuary Ranch is a home for strays—both human and animal—and the starting off point for second chances . . . After aging out of the California foster care system, Jamie Vaughn found her place in the world at Sanctuary Ranch in Sunset Bay. But other lost souls are not so lucky, so she’s made it her mission to rescue those that cross her path—like the injured pup she just found. The man he belongs to is obviously an unfit owner, so she’s just going to ignore the address on the dog’s tag. She has more important things on her mind, like roping her handsome coworker, Gideon, out of the friend zone and into helping her . . . Head wrangler Gideon Low knows that Jamie’s bark is worse than her bite, despite her rough exterior. In fact, he’s determined to protect her from her too-tender heart, even if it means returning the not-so-homeless puppy—and putting some distance between them. But sooner or later, Gideon’s best intentions will turn on him. And he’ll learn that he’s not the only one with secrets—and that the love of your life can be right under your nose . . .
Chinook, Wine and Sink Her
by Morgan O'ReillyHow does a gold mining fisherman catch the girl of his dreams? Ask the moose and the dog. Linnet Greenbriar has a job to do on the isolated Alaskan Yukon River. Hoping the remote area will keep her away from men for as long as possible, she is shocked to see the handsome stranger walking up the river and singing a little song. All her hopes change when a mishap sends her falling into the river and also into the arms of said handsome stranger. Creed finds himself in the wrong place at the right time and becomes a self appointed hero when he rescues the beautiful Fish and Game Officer from the icy river. All he wanted was a little peace and solitude, but one look at this city girl has him changing his tune. WARNING: Sex in bathtubs filled with water from natural hot springs, too many men and a moose, who just might interrupt the fun.50,000 Words
When a Marquis Chooses a Bride (The Worthingtons #2)
by Ella QuinnThanks to their large extended family and unconventional courtship, the Worthingtons have seen their share of scandal and excitement. But nothing has prepared them for this...The Dowager Lady Worthington isn’t quite sure what to make of country-girl Dorothea Stern. As the granddaughter of the Duke of Bristol, Dotty is schooled in the ways and means of the nobility. But her sharp wit and outspoken nature has everyone in a tizzy. Especially their cousin, Dominic, the Marquis of Merton.Prematurely stuffy, Dom was raised by his cheerless uncle to be wary of a host of things, including innovation, waltzing, and most perilous of all: true love. Still, there’s something about Dotty, beyond her beauty, that Dom cannot resist. But the odds are against him if he intends to win her as his bride. Will he choose loyalty to his family—or risk everything for the one woman he believes is his perfect match… “A classic Regency romp! Perfect for fans of Grace Burrowes.”--Caroline Linden, USA Today bestselling author
Shadow Falling: The Scorpius Syndrome 2 (ebook) (The Scorpius Syndrome #2)
by Rebecca Zanetti"Sexy, tough, and deftly sprinkled with dark humor."--New York Times bestselling author Larissa IoneBefore the Scorpius Syndrome tore through North America and nearly wiped out the population, Vivienne Wellington was the FBI's best profiler. The bacteria got her anyway. But she survived. She recovered. And when she woke up from a drug-nightmare of captivity, her trust in her fellow man had gone from shaky at best to nonexistent. Her mysterious rescuer wants to convince her he's the exception. But no matter how tempting he is, with his angel's eyes and devil's tongue, Vinnie knows she shouldn't trust him.If the FBI were still around they would rate Raze Shadow as one of the bad guys. His military training can't wipe out his association with the Mercenaries, the most feared gang in a thousand miles. His loyalties are compromised. He won't even tell Vinnie his real name. But there's no FBI in the new America of fear and firepower, only instinct and risk. And the way his arms wrap around her tells its own story. Whatever else Raze is concealing, he can't hide his desire . . ."Thrilling post-apocalyptic romance at its dark, sizzling best!" --Lara Adrian
Heat Of The Knight
by Jackie IvieIn 1747 Scotland, treachery looms as battle lines run deep between the proud, struggling clans and the Highland Rangers who torment them. Here a young widow fights to save her honor--and her life. . . A Headstrong Widow Since Lisle MacHugh lost her husband in battle, her clan has barely survived. Now, the MacHughs can reverse their ill fortune if they agree to give Lisle's hand in marriage to their greatest enemy: the notorious Black Monteith. A Powerful Laird The wealthy Langston Leed Monteith, aka the Black Monteith, has returned to Scotland after years of banishment. With his father's misdeeds leaving the family name in tatters, no decent lass will marry him. But when Monteith sets eyes upon the fiery Lisle, he knows he must have her... Two Hearts United Once wed, Lisle resists her fierce attraction to the man she loathes. But she has found her match in Monteith, who introduces her to pleasures she never dreamed possible. When their secrets are revealed, Lisle and Monteith will confront their greatest challenge, testing their union as husband and wife. . . "[A] sexy, lively take. . .romantic and complex." --Library Journal on The Knight Before Christmas "Wonderful. . .with a heroine every woman will admire." --Heather Graham on Lady of The Knight
The Snow Man
by Diana PalmerPreviously published in Christmas with My Cowboy Colorado winters are rugged and cold, but there’s nothing warmer than a cowboy’s tender kiss to ignite the spirit of the season . . . Meadow Dawson needs Santa to deliver a solution to her management of the enormous Colorado ranch she’s inherited. YouTube videos just aren’t going to cut it. Too bad she’s not on speaking terms with the one man who can help her out. . . . Cattleman Dal Blake just wants his too pretty, too clumsy, and too inexperienced neighbor’s dog to quit digging under his fence. But this Christmas, the unexpected gift of love will surprise them both. “No one beats this author for sensual anticipation.”—Rave Reviews
The Bargain (Basic Ser.)
by Mary Jo PutneyMismatched lovers and unexpected attraction catch fire in this timeless novel by the New York Times bestselling author and legend in historical romance Mary Jo Putney. . .Forced to wed to keep her inheritance, independent Lady Jocelyn Kendal finds an outrageous solution: she proposes marriage to Major David Lancaster, an officer dying from his Waterloo wounds. In return for making her his wife, she will provide for his governess sister. But after the bargain is struck and the marriage is made, the major makes a shocking, miraculous recovery. Though they agree to an annulment, such matters take time. . .time enough for David to realize he is irrevocably in love with his wife. Haunted by her past, Jocelyn refuses to trust the desire David ignites in her. She never counted on a real husband, least of all one who would entice her to be a real wife. But some bargains are made to be broken--and his skilled courtship is impossible to resist. . .
Ecstasy: The Shadowdwellers (Shadowdwellers #1)
by Jacquelyn FrankAt one with the darkness, the mysterious Shadowdwellers must live as far from light-loving humans as possible in order to survive. Yet one damaged human woman will tempt the man behind the Shadowdweller throne into a dangerous desire... Worlds Couldn't Keep Them Apart Among the Shadowdwellers, Trace holds power that some are willing to kill for. Without a stranger's aid, one rival would surely have succeeded, but Trace's brush with death is less surprising to him than his reaction to the beautiful, fragile human who heals him. By rights, Trace should hardly even register Ashla's existence within the realm of Shadowscape, but instead he is drawn to everything about her--her innocence, her courage, and her lush, sensual heat... After a terrifying car crash, Ashla Townsend wakes up to find that the bustling New York she knew is now eerie and desolate. Just when she's convinced she's alone, Ashla is confronted by a dark warrior who draws her deeper into a world she never knew existed. The bond between Ashla and Trace is a mystery to both, but searching for answers will mean confronting long-hidden secrets, and uncovering a threat that could destroy everything Trace holds precious...
Ava's Place
by Emily Beck CogburnSometimes starting over is the best way home…Most days, divorced mom Ava Olson is just trying to keep it all together. With three school-age children and only a part-time job at a local newspaper, she barely has time to juggle the small stuff, much less stand back and consider the big picture. Besides, dreaming about what-ifs is a dangerous habit, especially when her real concern should be the competition from a much younger new editor….That is, until she meets Ford, a café owner who wins her over with his warm smile and delicious po’ boy sandwiches—and makes her wonder if there could still be more to life than work and kids.Then a new opportunity opens up, and suddenly Ava is making big changes. Like moving eighty miles away to New Orleans, working full-time—and discovering just how sweet a future in the sultry Louisiana city might be—even if she has to explore it on her own. When Ava begins investigating a story that promises huge headlines, she’s ready for the front page….But can she rewrite the story of her own life, complete with a love interest and a very happy ending?Insightful, humorous, and down-to-earth, Emily Beck Cogburn’s new novel celebrates the possibilities of change, the courage it takes to make our most heartfelt dreams come true—and the joy of finding your place in the world.Praise for Emily Beck Cogburn’s Louisiana Saves the Library“Readers who enjoy rooting for the underdog will ardently cheer on Cogburn's plucky, courageous library heroines.” —Booklist“For book and library lovers, this endearing tale will particularly appeal…A fast-paced, pleasant read.”–RT Book Reviews
In Your Arms (A For Your Love Novel #2)
by Shannyn SchroederA KNIGHT IN SHINING LEATHER... Sean O'Malley has never tried to hide who he is. He shows it in the motorcycle thrumming between the legs of his tight jeans...the shaggy hair that falls in his gorgeous eyes...the wicked gleam in his smile when he asks Emma out for a drink. Sean is a rebel, a bad boy, and a ton of fun: exactly the kind of guy she's sworn off forever. Emma isn't just the the prim kindergarten teacher she appears to be. And somehow Sean can tell. As soon as he pulls up to her overheated car he knows that a fast bike and a cold beer will fix her rotten day better than compliments or a bubble bath. Her straitlaced exterior and her wild heart light him up. But Emma wants to escape her past and settle down--and if her desk jockey dates don't understand where she comes from, at least she doesn't worry about them bringing her back. One weekend of intense connection can't change the paths Sean and Emma have chosen. But with a little space to be themselves together, maybe the rest of the world can wait...
Swift Horse
by Cassie EdwardsWild hearts in wild country . . . After witnessing the brutal murder of her parents at the hands of a savage, one-eyed warrior, Marsha Eveland swore she'd never forgive his kind. But then her brother announces his plans to marry Soft Wind, the undeniably beautiful sister of the Creek chief Swift Horse. Even if Marsha can forgive what feels like her brother’s betrayal, the past isn’t so easily left behind. It may be fear that forces Marsha to seek Swift Horse’s protection, but it’s an even stronger, untamed feeling that keeps her near him. Wilder still is her growing desire to ride alongside his passionate spirit—into the unknown country of her fearless heart . . . Praise for Cassie Edwards “A sensitive storyteller who always touches readers’ hearts.” —RT Book Reviews “Cassie Edwards captivates with white hot adventure and romance.” —Karen Harper “Edwards moves readers with love and compassion.” —Bell, Book & Candle
Noah: "noah Is Sure To Enchant" (Nightwalkers #5)
by Jacquelyn FrankThe Nightwalkers have lived in the shadows of our world for centuries, gifted with abilities few humans can comprehend. For Noah, duty is all--until he meets the woman who is his destiny. . . She Will Take Him Beyond His Wildest Dreams. As Demon King, Noah is dedicated to protecting his kind from their human and Nightwalker enemies. Yet for six months he has struggled with vivid dreams that threaten his very sanity. Every night he's tormented by images of a woman both achingly real and tantalizingly beyond his grasp. And his bone-deep need leaves him no choice but to force her to leave the life she's known and enter a world beyond her imagining. . . Every day, Kestra risks her life in perilous missions that veer just shy of the law, but she instinctively knows that the imposingly sensual figure before her is a danger unlike any she's ever faced. Kestra has sworn never to trust or need another man, but Noah's lightest touch scorches her with fevered desire, branding her as his mate, blinding them both to the terrifying truth. For within the ranks of their own people lies an adversary growing in number and power. And nothing and no one will be safe again. . . Desire awakens at night. . .