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Betrayal of Trust
by Tracey V. BatemanIt was a hotly contested senatorial race, and Matthew Strong's unexplained decision to withdraw piqued Raven Mahoney's interest. This could be just the story to guarantee her success as a TV journalist, particularly since their past relationship increased the likelihood that Matthew would level with her. It seemed things had changed dramatically in the Strong family- the existence of Matthew's adopted daughter surprised Raven and raised uneasy questions. Or was this investigation just an excuse to ignore her questions about her own parentage? Even as Raven checked out the single father's story, someone was checking hers out, as well. And the closer their rekindled friendship grew, the closer Raven was coming to danger.
Betrayal on the Border
by Jill Elizabeth NelsonFormer army communications specialist Maddie Jameson may not remember the details of the deadly mission on the Texas-Mexico border, but she knows one thing. She's not responsible for the massive ambush that left only her and investigative journalist Chris Mason alive. Yet with suspicion-and danger-targeting Maddie and Chris, and a killer on their trail, partnering up is the only solution. But as Maddie and Chris get closer to uncovering the truth, they'll have to trust each other to make it through alive.
Betrayal: Number 3 in series (Scarlet Deception #3)
by Christina DoddThe three dynamic Di Luca brothers are tormented by their memories of the past. Brooding and sexy, Rafe Di Luca has returned to his family's luxurious vineyard resort for one reason: to find out who attacked his beloved grandmother. He discovers that a long-ago quarrel has ignited once more, forcing him to work with Brooke Petersson. Years ago, he and Brooke shared a powerful passion before he walked out of her life.As the danger escalates, and their passion threatens to rage out of control, Brooke fights her treacherous longing for a man who will never truly share his life with any woman. Remembering the anguish of the love they shared, she vows that Rafe may possess her body, but never again will he reach her fiercely guarded heart. The peril they face will either bring them together, or destroy them both . . . unless they uncover the secret that will change everything.Discover Piatkus Entice: temptation at your fingertips - www.piatkusentice.co.uk
Betrayal: The SSU Book 2
by Vanessa KierHe holds her life in his hands... Accused of murder and of stealing a lethal government microchip, SSU agent Kai Paterson finally has a lead on the true location of the chip. If he finds it before the government and the criminal elements chasing him, he has a chance to clear his name. But the chip has been implanted in the body of an innocent woman.Susana Dias is an internationally renowned archaeologist excavating the most significant dig of her career. When someone tries to kill her in order to get the microchip she's unaware is inside her, Susana accepts Kai's help in getting out of the jungle alive.Kai knows he must retrieve the chip and get it into safe hands, but removing the chip could kill Susana. Now he's forced to make a choice-protect the woman he loves or retrieve the chip.
Betrayals
by Carla NeggersRebecca Blackburn caught a glimpse of the famed Jupiter Stones as a small child. Unaware of their significance, she forgot about them-until she discovered the priceless, long-missing gems were the key to a deadly chain of events spanning thirty years and three continents...sparing no one.When a seemingly innocent photograph reignites one man's simmering desire for vengeance, Rebecca turns to Jared Sloan, the love she lost to tragedy and scandal. His own life has changed forever because of the secrets buried deep by their two families.Their relentless quest for the truth will dredge up bitter memories and shocking revelations of misplaced loyalty, dangerous pride and naked ambition...and they will stop at nothing to expose a cold-blooded killer.
Betrayals
by Carla NeggersPriceless gemstones reunite a young woman with the man who broke her heart as they investigate a deadly mystery in this romantic suspense novel.Rebecca Blackburn caught a glimpse of the famed Jupiter Stones as a small child. Unaware of their significance, she forgot about them—until she discovered the priceless, long-missing gems were the key to solving a deadly mystery spanning thirty years and three continents . . . sparing no one.When a seemingly innocent photograph reignites one man’s simmering desire for vengeance, Rebecca turns to Jared Sloan, the love she lost to tragedy and scandal. His own life has changed forever because of the secrets buried deep by their two families.Their relentless quest for the truth will dredge up bitter memories and shocking revelations of misplaced loyalty, dangerous pride, and naked ambition . . . and together they will stop at nothing to expose a cold-blooded killer.
Betrayals: Book 4 of the Cainsville Series (Cainsville #4)
by Kelley Armstrong'A powerful combination of suspenseful thrills and supernatural chills. I can't wait to read more!' - Lisa Gardner'There is never a slow moment ... or a false line in Armstrong's writing' - Charlaine HarrisOlivia Jones knows a lot about betrayal - most of her life has been a lie. On the eve of her wedding, she discovered she was adopted - and that her biological parents were convicted serial killers. Liv has found sanctuary in her new home of Cainsville, but she's learned not to trust the town's mysterious elders. So when her biker boyfriend Ricky Gallagher is linked to a series of murders, she's reluctant to ask for their help. Meanwhile things have grown increasingly complicated with Gabriel Walsh, her boss and sometime friend. The fact that their fraught relationship is connected to an ancient myth in which they were passionate lovers doesn't help matters, either... As Liv fights to clear Ricky's name, she discovers that her own life is at serious risk. Soon Ricky, Liv and Gabriel are tangled in a web of a betrayals. In order to survive, they will have to trust one another. But given their dark history, is that even possible? Or wise...?A gripping thriller filled with magic and passion - and the fourth instalment in the highly acclaimed Cainsville series. From international bestseller Kelley Armstrong.Books by Kelley Armstrong:Women of the Otherworld seriesBittenStolenDime Store MagicIndustrial MagicHauntedBrokenNo Humans InvolvedPersonal DemonLiving with the DeadFrost BittenWalking the WitchSpellboundThirteenNadia StaffordExit StrategyMade to be BrokenWild JusticeRocktonCity of the LostA Darkness AbsoluteThis Fallen PreyWatcher in the WoodsAlone in the WildDarkest PowersThe SummoningThe AwakeningThe ReckoningOtherworld TalesMen of the OtherworldTales of the OtherworldOtherworld NightsOtherworld SecretsOtherworld ChillsDarkness RisingThe GatheringThe CallingThe RisingCainsvilleOmensVisionsDeceptionsBetrayalsRituals
Betrayed
by Anne MatherOlivia didn't expect returning home to be easy.And it wasn't. Especially when it was Matthew Ryan who met her at the airport when she returned to England from her grandmother's funeral.Matt and Olivia had once been passionate lovers and he had been desperate to marry her. Instead, she had chosen to leave him, although it had nearly broken her heart.But that had been ten years ago, part of their past. Until Olivia discovered their past was far from being dead and forgotten-a potent attraction flared between them as if they'd never been parted!
Betrayed
by Bertrice SmallTHE NEW HISTORICAL ROMANCE FROM NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR BERTRICE SMALL As the undisputed queen of sensual romance, Bertrice Small brings history to life through indomitable women who live with wit, intelligence, and courage and love with fierce delight. Now, the New York Times-bestselling author of Hellion and The Love Slave, sweeps us to a time and place of fiery power struggles, where one woman holds the key to a country's future--and to her own consuming passion. BETRAYED When Fiona Hay offers Angus Gordon her virtue in exchange for a dowry for her sisters, she so intrigues the rogue that he demands a higher payment: she will be his mistress. Thus begins a sensual battle of wills and carnal delights. Destiny soon draws the ardent lovers into the turbulent court of King James. Determined to rule a unified Scotland, the king sees a perfect spy in Fiona--a woman of incomparable beauty, uncommon shrewdness, and uninhibited sensuality. The king's political scheme forces her away from the man she loves . . . and into the arms of a wild and passionate Highlander, The MacDonald of Nairn. Will this cold-hearted and his callous betrayal forever destroy Fiona's chance at happiness?
Betrayed
by Claire RobynsTwo Feuding FamiliesAmber Jardin has no taste for the bitter feud started before her father’s banishment. But now that he’s passed, she’s had to return to Scotland and his barbaric people. After her bloodthirsty uncle kidnaps one of the family’s rivals, Amber is in turn captured by Krayne Johnstone, the enemy laird. Despite their enmity, their attraction is immediate-and unfortunate, as Amber has sworn to escape.One Lusty TemptationKrayne is amazed at the wildcat’s repeated attempts to flee. He should steel himself against her beguiling ways-yet with time, he is driven more witless with lust. When the ransom exchange fails and Krayne is left with Amber, he finds he cannot tolerate the thought of her with another man-and she cannot tolerate the thought of returning to her uncle’s home.Will passion and love win out over mistrust and betrayal in time to prevent an all-out war?109,000 words
Betrayed
by Dama BeltránThis is the story of Adele, a forensic doctor who tries to be succeded in a male profession. However, all her labor struggle will be interrupted after the call of a father broken in pain asking to her to accept his daughter's case. From this moment her whole world will plummet. She will discover something she never thought she would find and this will be the reason she will enter, without realizing it, in a plot full of emotions, lies and sufferings. WILL YOU SURREND WITHOUT FIGHTING FOR THAT IN WHAT YOU BELIEVE AND LOVE TRUTH?
Betrayed
by Lauren N SharmanSometimes it pays to get up early... For reasons he refuses to admit, bad boy Kane McCassey has a soft spot for women who need help. Those familiar with his reputation say that he doesn't take anything seriously. But his family knows the truth, and isn't surprised when Kane risks everything to save the woman who literally drops into his life. Nothing prepared Lizzie Barnes to handle the whirlwind of trouble that comes calling out of the blue. Desperate to save herself, she resorts to drastic measures...only to find she's traded one dangerous situation for another. They met by coincidence. Lizzie doesn't understand Kane's desire to help her, but she does trust him. With no other choice, she accepts his offer. When Kane discovers Lizzie isn't the only one in danger, he must find and confront the one who betrayed him, or lose everything he loves...including Lizzie.
Betrayed
by Rebecca YorkTo Trust. . . Rockfort Security operative Shane Gallagher has been brought into S&D Systems to find a security leak. Confidential information has been stolen, and Shane suspects Elena Reyes, a systems analyst with the access and know-how to pull it off. As he finds excuses to get close to her, their attraction is too strong to ignore, but how can Shane trust the very woman he's investigating? Or Not to Trust Elena has spent her life proving herself, but now she's risking it all: everything she's worked for, and her growing feelings for Shane. Much as she wants to trust the devastatingly sexy, hard-as-nails investigator, she can't let herself fall for him. . . the stakes are too high.
Betrayed
by Sharon SalaFrom the New York Times–bestselling author comes a gripping romantic thriller about a woman who returns to the scene of a decade-old murder. At the age of sixteen, Logan Conway witnessed the ultimate horror, and all she could do was run away. Ten years later, Logan has returned to the Louisiana bayou to face her fears and find her brother&’s murderer. But the cold-blooded killer has no intention of being found after all this time. Alone and out of her depth, Logan knows she&’s putting herself at risk by digging up the past. She can&’t help being thankful when her friend Wade Garrett arrives to aid in her search. But as they get closer to unmasking the killer, Logan and Wade risk becoming two more forgotten bodies . . . As hot and dangerous as the Louisiana bayou, Betrayed is a story about risking it all to do what&’s right—even if it kills you.
Betrayed (Cursed and Betrayed)
by Rhianne AileWill Northland's brother, Tristan, went to America to break a centuries-old curse and found love in the most unexpected of places: within the heart of a werewolf. When Will goes to visit, he meets not only Tristan's mate, Benjamin, but their friend Raul, who receives a plea for help from his old werepack: his twin brother, Richard, has gone missing and is possibly under the influence of a witch.Raul leaves to find his brother, and Will goes with him, offering to use his magic to both locate Richard and protect them all from the threat of dark magic. But when they find him, a totally unexpected passion explodes between Richard and Will, stunning them both. Suddenly, discovering who betrayed Raul and Richard isn't the only challenge. It's now a struggle to solve the mystery so Will can claim Richard's heart just as the wolf has claimed Will as his mate.Don't miss Cursed, the story of Will Northland's twin brother, Tristan, and his struggle to free Benjamin Sterling from a centuries-old curse.
Betrayed Birthright
by Sheri WhitefeatherHE'D BEEN ROBBED OF HIS FAMILY, HIS HERITAGE. . . Walker Ashton wished his sister had never discovered that their mother was still alive. And worse, he wished she hadn't convinced him to find her. After all, he was acting CEO at Ashton-Lattimer, and he had always put business before pleasure. . . . But pleasure is what he sought when he met Tamra Winter Hawk, the woman caring for his estranged mother, and the most beautiful Native American he'd ever seen. Still, this woman had taken his place in his family. He should be feeling anything but attraction. Walker didn't know why Tamra affected him so deeply, why she made him yearn for a forbidden liaison. Was he trying to punish her? Or was he hell-bent on torturing himself? Only time would tell. . . .
Betrayed Birthright: Flood Zone Betrayed Birthright
by Liz ShoafIn this inspirational romantic suspense, a woman accepts the protection of a local lawman as she unravels family secrets in order to stop a killer.Abigail Mayfield hopes her stalker won’t follow her to Texas—until someone breaks into her new home, leaving behind a photo of her late parents with a mysterious child. This time, with her guard dog at her side, the widowed music teacher refuses to hide. She can’t uncover why someone is after her by herself, though, not when the threat escalates from break-ins to attempts on her life. After saving her from a sniper’s bullet, FBI agent turned small-town sheriff Noah Galloway makes Abigail’s safety his personal mission. With the investigation taking them cross-country on the trail of her long-dead parents, the widowed single father can’t risk leaving his son an orphan. But Abigail needs him . . . because somewhere, buried deep in her past, lies a secret worth killing for.
Betrayed Not Broken: From Discovery to Decision Making, Your Journey Through Infidelity
by Laurel WiersBetrayed Not Broken is a guide to dealing with infidelity. It gives easy-to-follow steps for the individual who is trying to decide whether or not to stay in a relationship. For the couple desiring to restore their relationship, it provides thought-provoking questions to help them understand why the affair happened, as well as exercises to guide the couple journey through each stage of dealing with the infidelity
Betrayed and Betrothed
by Anne AshleyPoor Miss Abbie Graham had never felt so betrayed! Betrothed to her grandfather's godson, Mr. Bartholomew Cavanagh, she had found him in a rather compromising position in the garden with another woman! Refusing to marry Bart has resulted in years of quarrel. And now Abbie's been packed off to Bath. Can things get any worse for the girl?They can, and they do, when Bart joins their party. He's now six years older and a rather dashing gentleman to boot—it looks as if Abbie's grandfather is playing matchmaker again! Only this time it may just work, as mysterious goings-on push Abbie and Bart closer together. And soon they realize they cannot survive apart.…
Betrayed by Blood
by Beth DranoffBeth Dranoff is back with the second installment of her Mark of the Moon series Shapeshifting. Falling in love. Two things that aren't as easy as they look. There are definite perks to being a shifter. Sharp claws, soft fur, sexy creature-friends-with-benefits...but other things aren't so great. Like, say, being dragged into an apocalyptic war between the species, waged by a she-demon who wants to end the world. Meanwhile, things are getting hot and heavy between me and Sam Harding, lieutenant in the local shifter pack. Sam is definitely the commitment type-if only I could be sure that I am, too. I don't want to lose him, but am I ready for forever? Yeah, when this is over, I will absolutely get my life-love and otherwise-together. That is, if I manage to live through this mess. This book is approximately 85,000 words
Betrayed by His Kiss
by Amanda MccabeIn a city of shadows... Orlando Landucci knows all too well what darkness lies beneath Florence's dazzling splendor. And when his beloved sister is torn from him, he will stop at nothing to avenge her death. ...only a kiss can light up the darkness But from the moment he lays eyes on innocent Isabella Spinola, something inside him shifts. She is the kin of his sworn enemy, yet he feels compelled to protect her. With every forbidden kiss Orlando's sense of betrayal deepens, so when the time for vengeance comes, will their bond be enough to banish the shadows forever? "McCabe's story charms readers." -RT Book Reviews on Running from Scandal
Betrayed by Love: The Rough and Ready Rancher (Western Lovers Ser.)
by Diana PalmerFrom New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer comes a fan-favorite story of second-chance love.Cattle rancher Jacob Cade rarely denies himself anything--except his passion for Kate Walker. When it comes to his younger sister's best friend, Jacob sets boundaries as solid as his ranch fences. But when Kate returns home for his sister's wedding, he sees her with new eyes. She's older, wiser and more attractive than ever--and Jacob can't help but feel that the time for restraint is over...Kate has been in love with Jacob for as long as she can remember. She knows the ruggedly handsome older man isn't offering forever, but the sparks between them are as hot as they ever were. Yet, will a few precious nights in his arms be worth the heartache that's sure to follow?
Betrayed by Shadows
by Nancy GideonA good man drowning in bad deeds . . . Balancing a criminal empire and a preternatural clan war, reluctant front man Giles St. Clair doesn't need a problem like Brigit MacCreedy . . . How much trouble can the head-strong and manipulative Shifter beauty get into in two weeks? Plenty when her schemes range from kidnapping to fleeing the retribution of her dead lover's clan. A bad girl denying a good heart . . . With her family's lives on the line, Brigit is willing to do whatever it takes to save them. The only thing standing in her way is an immovable stone wall of a man she can't bully or beguile . . . a human, no less, who has promised to protect her from the secrets and dangers she conceals. Caught in a battle they can't win . . . Risking her own safety gets complicated when an honorable and annoyingly desirable man puts himself between her and her powerful enemies in Book 7 of the "By Moonlight" series.
Betrayed by Shadows
by Nancy GideonA good man drowning in bad deeds. A bad girl denying a good heart. Reluctant hero Giles St. Clair doesn't need a problem like Brigit MacCreedy. Fleeing the retribution of her dead lover's clan, Brigit is willing to do whatever it takes to protect her family...except trust the human who puts himself between her and her powerful enemies in a battle he can't win.While balancing a criminal empire and a shapeshifter clan war, Giles St. Clair is charged with protecting Brigit MacCreedy. How much trouble can the head-strong and manipulative Shifter beauty get into in two weeks? Plenty, when her schemes range from kidnapping to fleeing the retribution of her dead lover's clan. With her family's lives on the line, Brigit is willing to do whatever it takes to save them. The only thing standing in her way is an immovable stone wall of a man she can't bully or beguile...a human, no less, who has promised to protect her from the secrets and dangers she conceals. Risking her own safety gets complicated when an honorable and annoyingly desirable man puts himself between her and her powerful enemies in a battle he can't win, in this "Taming of the Shrew meets Shifter Goodfellas on the Bayou" tale of consequences, redemption, and finding love in all the wrong places.
Betrayed by Trust
by Ana BarronsCatherine Morrissey is devastated when her sister's body is found on a tiny wooded island on the Potomac. For months, Catherine had hoped that Blair's disappearance would end with the bright, young Capitol Hill aide found safe and alive. Determined to put pressure on the police to catch the killer, Catherine flies to Washington, D.C.Joseph Rossi, an investigative reporter for the Washington Herald, broke the story of Blair's murder-and ruined his chances with Catherine in the process. They'd developed a warm, long-distance connection after Catherine's sister went missing, but the temptation of the scoop-which revealed some Morrissey family secrets-was too great to resist.Now together in D.C., Catherine and Joe are thrown into a world of lies, scandal and deadly political intrigue. They must work as a team and learn to trust one another-and their rekindled feelings-if they have any hope of living to see the truth uncovered."Wrongfully Accused is a compelling, quick-paced blend of political intrigue, gritty suspense and wrenching romance... Barrons is a thrilling addition to the romantic suspense genre." - USA TODAY96,000 words