Heroes

Trailing a Kidnapper - Connie Queen

When a little girl is kidnapped, a K-9 team must move fast.

During a search-and-rescue mission, Officer Aimee Street and her K-9 partner, Brumley, save Texas rancher Clay Turner from an underwater well moments before it collapses. But Clay’s relief is fleeting because his four-year-old daughter, Paris, has been abducted. The kidnapper’s demand is clear: Clay must return something he supposedly has in his possession or risk never seeing Paris again. Desperate to find his daughter, Clay teams up with Aimee, relying on her expertise and Brumley’s tracking skills to uncover the truth. As the danger intensifies and the captor’s actions grow more ruthless, will Clay and Aimee be able to bring the little girl home safely?

Killer Investigation - Maggie K. Black

The key to unlocking this mystery lies buried in the past.

Veterinarian Juliette Davide wakes to find a knife-wielding intruder in her bedroom—and she’s narrowly saved by the mysterious widower next door, Oscar Byrne. Juliette soon learns that Oscar is an undercover detective hunting a notorious serial killer who’s evaded police for decades. The dog Oscar put in her care is his late wife’s former K-9 and might be the only living witness capable of tracking the killer. With a ruthless criminal now targeting Juliette, she must rely on Oscar and K-9 Erie for protection. But as deadly secrets unravel, they’re forced to confront a chilling question: are some mysteries better left unsolved?

Someone is setting her life on fire and he’ll do anything to put out the flames.

Zander Dali suspects that gallery owner Miranda Malone is keeping secrets from him. The arson investigator also knows that this strong, independent woman fears for her life. Zander is hunting the firebug who’s obsessed with her because it’s his job—and he’s doing everything he can to keep her safe because he’s falling for her. But even though Miranda agrees to hide at her reclusive grandfather’s ranch, her stalker won’t let her go that easily. As Zander becomes the bodyguard she needs, he can’t let their chemistry be a distraction. Which makes this the toughest case of his career.

Colton’s K-9 Search - Kimberly Van Meter

A cold case has cops digging up her ranch ... and a K-9 detective breaking down her walls.

Maisey Colton’s steely resolve is the cornerstone of the Double Crown Ranch. So when human remains are found there, her world turns upside down. Fortunately, detective Ben Sawyer and his loyal K-9 partner are determined to solve the cold case ... a case that soon turns as hot as their instant chemistry. Even if the crime has been cold for years, the danger is very much alive. And as Maisey and Ben work to discover the truth, they’re risking everything—including what’s newly burning between them.

Undercover Target - Kacy Cross

When a fake true crime story ... exposes a real crime family.

Author Haven Howard’s latest ‘true crime’ hit was supposed to be harmless fiction—until it catches the attention of El Ente, a brutal criminal organisation that thinks she knows too much. Desperate for answers, undercover Shadow Ranger Tanner Callahan infiltrates Haven’s life, posing as her new research assistant. But the closer he gets to Haven, the harder it becomes to separate duty from desire. With killers closing in and both their secrets exposed, Haven and Tanner must trust each other to survive a danger neither of them saw coming.

Stormy Refuge - Katherine Garbera

Will bringing a killer to justice mean breaking every rule?

The relentless pursuit of justice is what makes Constance Peterson a good detective. But the discovery of a body on a remote island forces the cop who never crosses the line to partner with a lawman who lives by his own code. The need to disappear made sheriff and ex-soldier Rome Miller relocate to Hawke Point, a hidden sanctuary town he’s now sworn to protect. Working together tests Rome and Constance on every level, tempting both of them to cross a forbidden line. Each fresh lead brings them closer to the killer ... and a passion that shatters every boundary ...

Resolute Protector - Kathleen Creighton

Someone is setting her life on fire and he’ll do anything to put out the flames.

Zander Dali suspects that gallery owner Miranda Malone is keeping secrets from him. The arson investigator also knows that this strong, independent woman fears for her life. Zander is hunting the firebug who’s obsessed with her because it’s his job—and he’s doing everything he can to keep her safe because he’s falling for her. But even though Miranda agrees to hide at her reclusive grandfather’s ranch, her stalker won’t let her go that easily. As Zander becomes the bodyguard she needs, he can’t let their chemistry be a distraction. Which makes this the toughest case of his career.

Will bringing a killer to justice mean breaking every rule?

The relentless pursuit of justice is what makes Constance Peterson a good detective. But the discovery of a body on a remote island forces the cop who never crosses the line to partner with a lawman who lives by his own code. The need to disappear made sheriff and ex-soldier Rome Miller relocate to Hawke Point, a hidden sanctuary town he’s now sworn to protect. Working together tests Rome and Constance on every level, tempting both of them to cross a forbidden line. Each fresh lead brings them closer to the killer ... and a passion that shatters every boundary ...

When a fake true crime story ... exposes a real crime family.

Author Haven Howard’s latest ‘true crime’ hit was supposed to be harmless fiction—until it catches the attention of El Ente, a brutal criminal organisation that thinks she knows too much. Desperate for answers, undercover Shadow Ranger Tanner Callahan infiltrates Haven’s life, posing as her new research assistant. But the closer he gets to Haven, the harder it becomes to separate duty from desire. With killers closing in and both their secrets exposed, Haven and Tanner must trust each other to survive a danger neither of them saw coming.

A cold case has cops digging up her ranch ... and a K-9 detective breaking down her walls.

Maisey Colton’s steely resolve is the cornerstone of the Double Crown Ranch. So when human remains are found there, her world turns upside down. Fortunately, detective Ben Sawyer and his loyal K-9 partner are determined to solve the cold case ... a case that soon turns as hot as their instant chemistry. Even if the crime has been cold for years, the danger is very much alive. And as Maisey and Ben work to discover the truth, they’re risking everything—including what’s newly burning between them.

He rescued her from the frigid ocean but the killer kept coming.

With her witness protection cover blown and a mafia hit man on her trail, the only way for Rebecca Cohen to stay alive was to jump off a party boat into the freezing waters of the Atlantic. Pulled from the ocean by Max Evans, an Outer Banks private security officer, she’s soon holed up in an isolated cabin as a hurricane brews and Max attempts to discover what she’s hiding. But Max has his own secret past—and soon learns he shares a terrifying connection with Rebecca. And when the storm cuts them off from the world and the killer catches up, staying alive means trusting each other completely.

Ambush at Close Range - Barb Han

With threats to her ranch and danger closing in, he’s the hero she’ll need to stay alive.

Jessamine Meara has battled the Wilde family over land and water rights for years. But Phoenix Wilde—her childhood kiss turned sworn enemy—proves to be the most dangerous rival of all. Until corporate suits are caught sneaking around her ranch and partnering with Phoenix is the only way to uncover why. But their uneasy alliance ignites sparks ... and gunfire. Because in Maverick Pass, Texas, grudges run deep. And someone is willing to kill to get what they want.

Montana Manhunt - Danica Winters

A killer is stalking West Glacier ... and Carmen Blue is next on his list.

When Carmen stumbles upon a brutal murder scene, she becomes the only witness to a crime tied to a dangerous trafficking ring—and the killer wants her silenced. Her only ally is the one man she never expected to rely on: Brent Miller, a volunteer firefighter and ranch hand from the West Glacier Ranch whose protective instincts run deeper than he’ll admit. And as Carmen becomes the target of a relentless predator, he’ll risk everything to keep her alive. With every clue they chase, the killer gets bolder—and the bond between them grows stronger. Forced into hiding, Brent and Carmen uncover a conspiracy rooted in the very places they thought were safe ...

K-9 Witness Protection - Julie Miller

Her secrets are dangerous. And whatever she’s running from is catching up ...

Lily Reed is doing her best to stay hidden in the shadows. Even if that means living in her car and off the grid. But when she camps out too close to a crime scene, it seems her troubles might be over—or are they? CSI Shane Duvall arrives at the scene of a deadly explosion, hardly expecting to discover his withdrawn young son—and Buddy, the boy’s service dog—saved by Lily. Her sharp instincts tell Shane one thing fast: she’s no ordinary bystander. As Shane hires her as a temporary nanny—and digs deeper into her story—she’ll have to decide if trusting him is her best chance to survive.

Silent Evidence - Nichole Severn

Her past involved murder. His future demanded revenge.

No one believed Michal Pressley hadn’t known her ex-husband was a serial killer. Even the former investigator wonders how she hadn’t discovered the truth sooner. So when a new victim is discovered with the same MO, Michal is immediately assigned to the case. However, she never imagined having to work with Garrett Harding. The widower and single father has every reason to hate Michal; Garrett’s late wife had been her husband’s last victim. Yet with all the guilt, betrayal—and a surprising attraction—coursing between them, they still have a case to solve … if they can stay one step ahead of the murderer at their heels.

Bodyguard Under Siege - Katie Mettner

He saved her once. Can he help her survive now?

When a security issue brings Secure Watch investigator Jonah McLeod to Flamingo Island, the ex-soldier’s shocked to find the woman whose life he saved ten years ago—injured and bleeding. Despite being wounded in an attack, Kaylin Wooten is far from a damsel in distress. Becoming an amputee has made her stronger and determined to solve the mystery surrounding her boss’s disappearance. Drawing out Jonah’s secrets is an even greater challenge as they battle a drug trafficking cartel threatening to put the island—and Kaylin and Jonah—out of business ... permanently.

Hunted in the Storm - S. M. Levine

He rescued her from the frigid ocean but the killer kept coming.

With her witness protection cover blown and a mafia hit man on her trail, the only way for Rebecca Cohen to stay alive was to jump off a party boat into the freezing waters of the Atlantic. Pulled from the ocean by Max Evans, an Outer Banks private security officer, she’s soon holed up in an isolated cabin as a hurricane brews and Max attempts to discover what she’s hiding. But Max has his own secret past—and soon learns he shares a terrifying connection with Rebecca. And when the storm cuts them off from the world and the killer catches up, staying alive means trusting each other completely.

He saved her once. Can he help her survive now?

When a security issue brings Secure Watch investigator Jonah McLeod to Flamingo Island, the ex-soldier’s shocked to find the woman whose life he saved ten years ago—injured and bleeding. Despite being wounded in an attack, Kaylin Wooten is far from a damsel in distress. Becoming an amputee has made her stronger and determined to solve the mystery surrounding her boss’s disappearance. Drawing out Jonah’s secrets is an even greater challenge as they battle a drug trafficking cartel threatening to put the island—and Kaylin and Jonah—out of business ... permanently.

Her secrets are dangerous. And whatever she’s running from is catching up ...

Lily Reed is doing her best to stay hidden in the shadows. Even if that means living in her car and off the grid. But when she camps out too close to a crime scene, it seems her troubles might be over—or are they? CSI Shane Duvall arrives at the scene of a deadly explosion, hardly expecting to discover his withdrawn young son—and Buddy, the boy’s service dog—saved by Lily. Her sharp instincts tell Shane one thing fast: she’s no ordinary bystander. As Shane hires her as a temporary nanny—and digs deeper into her story—she’ll have to decide if trusting him is her best chance to survive.

Trailing a Kidnapper - Connie Queen

When a little girl is kidnapped, a K-9 team must move fast.

During a search-and-rescue mission, Officer Aimee Street and her K-9 partner, Brumley, save Texas rancher Clay Turner from an underwater well moments before it collapses. But Clay’s relief is fleeting because his four-year-old daughter, Paris, has been abducted. The kidnapper’s demand is clear: Clay must return something he supposedly has in his possession or risk never seeing Paris again. Desperate to find his daughter, Clay teams up with Aimee, relying on her expertise and Brumley’s tracking skills to uncover the truth. As the danger intensifies and the captor’s actions grow more ruthless, will Clay and Aimee be able to bring the little girl home safely?

Killer Investigation - Maggie K. Black

The key to unlocking this mystery lies buried in the past.

Veterinarian Juliette Davide wakes to find a knife-wielding intruder in her bedroom—and she’s narrowly saved by the mysterious widower next door, Oscar Byrne. Juliette soon learns that Oscar is an undercover detective hunting a notorious serial killer who’s evaded police for decades. The dog Oscar put in her care is his late wife’s former K-9 and might be the only living witness capable of tracking the killer. With a ruthless criminal now targeting Juliette, she must rely on Oscar and K-9 Erie for protection. But as deadly secrets unravel, they’re forced to confront a chilling question: are some mysteries better left unsolved?

Texas Cold Case Conspiracy - Virginia Vaughan

Investigating an unsolved disappearance could be deadly ...

Six years after her father vanished, new evidence draws Penny Miller back to her investigation—and into the path of an armed attacker. Ignoring threats to stop her search, she turns to the one person who can help her find answers: her ex, Texas Ranger Colton Clark. Only it soon becomes clear that someone is willing to kill to keep the past hidden. With each step drawing them closer to danger, Colton vows to keep her safe while they chase the truth. Can she and Colton expose the deadly plot behind her father’s disappearance ... or will the secrets they uncover cost them their lives?

Snowblind Justice - Nikki Christopher

It’s a race against time to uncover the truth.

In the middle of a blizzard, Colorado State Trooper Mason Holloway discovers defense attorney Karolyn Winters hiding from armed gunmen in an abandoned mountain cabin. Though she once defended the man accused of killing his partner, Jake, Mason’s sense of duty compels him to protect her. When Karolyn shares proof that her client is innocent—and Jake was killed when he discovered corruption in the state police—Mason will stop at nothing to help. Aided by Mason’s K-9, Ranger, they’ll have to move quickly if they want to escape the very people they’re trying to expose and reveal the truth. Because the only thing worse than losing the evidence ... is being buried with it.

Dangerous Rodeo Secrets - Sami A. Abrams

What he’s forgotten could get him killed.

Her past involved murder. His future demanded revenge.

No one believed Michal Pressley hadn’t known her ex-husband was a serial killer. Even the former investigator wonders how she hadn’t discovered the truth sooner. So when a new victim is discovered with the same MO, Michal is immediately assigned to the case. However, she never imagined having to work with Garrett Harding. The widower and single father has every reason to hate Michal; Garrett’s late wife had been her husband’s last victim. Yet with all the guilt, betrayal—and a surprising attraction—coursing between them, they still have a case to solve … if they can stay one step ahead of the murderer at their heels.

A killer is stalking West Glacier ... and Carmen Blue is next on his list.

When Carmen stumbles upon a brutal murder scene, she becomes the only witness to a crime tied to a dangerous trafficking ring—and the killer wants her silenced. Her only ally is the one man she never expected to rely on: Brent Miller, a volunteer firefighter and ranch hand from the West Glacier Ranch whose protective instincts run deeper than he’ll admit. And as Carmen becomes the target of a relentless predator, he’ll risk everything to keep her alive. With every clue they chase, the killer gets bolder—and the bond between them grows stronger. Forced into hiding, Brent and Carmen uncover a conspiracy rooted in the very places they thought were safe ...

Dangerous Rodeo Secrets - Sami A. Abrams

What he’s forgotten could get him killed.

With threats to her ranch and danger closing in, he’s the hero she’ll need to stay alive.

Jessamine Meara has battled the Wilde family over land and water rights for years. But Phoenix Wilde—her childhood kiss turned sworn enemy—proves to be the most dangerous rival of all. Until corporate suits are caught sneaking around her ranch and partnering with Phoenix is the only way to uncover why. But their uneasy alliance ignites sparks ... and gunfire. Because in Maverick Pass, Texas, grudges run deep. And someone is willing to kill to get what they want.

Texas Cold Case Conspiracy - Virginia Vaughan

Investigating an unsolved disappearance could be deadly ...

Six years after her father vanished, new evidence draws Penny Miller back to her investigation—and into the path of an armed attacker. Ignoring threats to stop her search, she turns to the one person who can help her find answers: her ex, Texas Ranger Colton Clark. Only it soon becomes clear that someone is willing to kill to keep the past hidden. With each step drawing them closer to danger, Colton vows to keep her safe while they chase the truth. Can she and Colton expose the deadly plot behind her father’s disappearance ... or will the secrets they uncover cost them their lives?

Snowblind Justice - Nikki Christopher

It’s a race against time to uncover the truth.

In the middle of a blizzard, Colorado State Trooper Mason Holloway discovers defense attorney Karolyn Winters hiding from armed gunmen in an abandoned mountain cabin. Though she once defended the man accused of killing his partner, Jake, Mason’s sense of duty compels him to protect her. When Karolyn shares proof that her client is innocent—and Jake was killed when he discovered corruption in the state police—Mason will stop at nothing to help. Aided by Mason’s K-9, Ranger, they’ll have to move quickly if they want to escape the very people they’re trying to expose and reveal the truth. Because the only thing worse than losing the evidence ... is being buried with it.

When a cold case heats up...he needs to protect the son he’s just found.

Forensic anthropologist Ty Colton’s laser-focused on cracking Cowboy Prairie's most notorious cold case wide open. But when a woman from his past unexpectedly appears in his hometown, he discovers another life-changing role — as father. Librarian Lucy Montgomery has her hands full navigating a whole new life, including a new co-parent to her son. Then their child becomes tangled in the danger stalking their close-knit community, and teaming up with the man she never forgot becomes the only sure-fire way to keep their son safe — and alive.

Chasing Danger - Kerry Johnson

Tracing missing persons puts a K-9 team at risk.

When K-9 Officer Daniel Fletcher responds to a panicked call from his estranged childhood friend, Annabelle Brooks, he discovers her clinging to the edge of a cliff, fighting for her life. Her search for missing friends in Mesa Verde National Park has made her the target of ruthless attackers. Now, Daniel and his loyal K-9 partner, Fern, must lead Annabelle through perilous hidden tunnels while tracking the missing couple. But danger is everywhere and the assailants are closing in. Can Daniel outsmart their relentless pursuers and expose their deadly plan, or will they all lose their lives?

Deadly Ghost Town Rescue - Jaime Jo Wright

These abandoned streets hide deadly secrets.

When Montana ghost town curator Georgie Rains finds a terrified young girl fleeing from kidnappers, she jumps into action to protect her. Georgie will do whatever it takes to save the child, even if that means working with Deputy U.S. Marshal — and former best friend — Clay Peterson, who’s pursuing this trafficking ring. Chased through the isolated landscape and facing escalating attacks, they’re forced into the deadly gold mines for refuge...where they discover there may be more children in danger. Stranded and with no help in sight, can they all escape before they’re buried alongside the town’s secrets?

Safeguarding Secrets - Jessica R. Patch

They’re being hunted for a past that he can’t remember.

Ambushed on the streets of downtown Memphis, bodyguard Amber Rathbone is more stunned by her rescuer than the attack that nearly kills her. For two years, she believed Jack Spaniel — her former police task force partner and the love of her life — died in an explosion. Yet here Jack is, alive and saving her. But a head injury has erased the last four years from his memory, including Amber and the undercover mission that forced him into witness protection. Now Amber must protect Jack as they work together to unravel the conspiracy that has placed targets on both their backs. But discovering the truth could prove deadly...

Rocky Mountain Abduction - Deena Alexander

A camping trip gone wrong...turns into a fight for survival.

Narrowly escaping a barrage of gunfire in the Montana mountains, wildlife photographer Eden Holt returns to camp to discover her sister’s been abducted by unknown attackers. FBI agent Oliver Knight believes Eden was the true target and steps in to lead the search. As night falls and a snowstorm threatens to bury vital clues, the clock is ticking. With armed men determined to stop them at any cost, Eden must trust Oliver’s skills to navigate the harsh conditions and uncover the truth behind the kidnapping. Can they find her sister before time — and their chances of survival — run out?

Peril on the Slopes - Teresa Summers

A K-9 stands guard while an unknown enemy closes in.

After his sister is abducted, ski patrol director Zane Price fears his toddler niece could be next. With avalanche rescue dog Banner, he finds the little girl with his ex-girlfriend Keziah Allen — just as bullets start flying. And when the attacks persist, it quickly becomes clear the abduction is connected to Zane and Keziah’s shared past, and someone is targeting them too. Now they must work together to unmask the criminal mastermind before he exacts his latest vengeance. But between a dangerous kidnapper and the icy wilderness, staying alive may be just out of reach...

Amish Country Disappearance - Katy Lee

Investigating the disappearance of teenagers could be fatal.

While searching the Colorado mountains for missing Amish teens, Officer Jacie Sutton is ambushed and left with no memory of who she is — or why she was attacked. Rescued by FBI agent Micah Beiler, who’s searching for his missing sister, they take refuge in a nearby Amish community. But beneath its serene surface lies a dark secret: vulnerable teens are vanishing. As dangerous men target Jacie, she and Micah race to uncover the truth behind the disappearances. But exposing the deadly organisation could cost them everything — including their futures...

Blackmailed for Their Baby - Delores Fossen

‘Kill the witness. Or you’ll never see your daughter...’

It sounds like a cruel hoax, but Deputy U.S. Marshal Wyatt Dane isn’t taking any chances. Someone has given birth to the baby he and his ex-wife, Estie Ryan, had once hoped for. Now they have forty-eight hours to choose between their newborn daughter’s life...or the life of a stranger. Fail, and they lose everything they once had — including each other. But the only thing more dangerous than a malicious criminal is a man who will stop at nothing to protect those he loves.

K-9 Rescue in Hope Town - Nicole Helm

Two K9 trackers on the trail but her past threatens to destroy them both.

Even after dozens of search and rescue missions together, K9 Officer Burke Halstead doesn’t know much about his partner, volunteer Lane Webb. But Lane can’t reveal the deadly truth that had placed her in the witness protection program. When their latest rescue becomes a murder possibly linked to Lane’s dangerous secret, the stakes rise. Trapped with Burke and their rescue dogs during a blizzard, her identity can no longer be hidden. But will Lane’s revelation destroy their newfound bond — or bring them closer as they struggle to get home alive?

Witness Next Door - Tyler Anne Snell

Their best clue...is hiding in plain sight.

A twenty-year-old photo — sent anonymously — lures Walker Flynn back to his Tennessee ranch. It’s a photo taken the night his mother disappeared...a cold case he’s determined to solve. Ever the small-town outsider, IT specialist Lovey Smith is the girl in that photo. She remembers that night and someone thinks she knows too much. As the two mysteries converge, so do the cowboy and the outcast. Amid growing threats and violence, their investigation uncovers a deadly conspiracy. Now, what Lovey witnessed long ago has made her a target — and danger is closing in...

On the Killer’s Trail - R. Barri Flowers

The hunter becomes the hunted when two detectives track a killer.

Pressured to leave her job after exposing police corruption, widowed Detective Savannah Bristow relocates to small-town Michigan where she hopes to find a safe haven to raise her teenage boy. Instead, she finds a serial killer whose pattern is strikingly similar to a string of unsolved murders Savannah had been investigating — and an unexpected ally in her new partner, Detective Fletcher McCord. As danger closes in, attraction flares between them. But Fletcher knows that if he wants a future with Savannah, he must stop the killer before she’s lost forever.

Lethal Secrets - Katie Mettner

They’re up against a killer and a threat they never saw coming.

Teagan Owens’s survival skills make her the best candidate for a risky new assignment she’s determined not to fail. She needs a personal protection detail — but didn’t expect the impossible-to-resist Zac Wells as her guardian. Zac’s mission is simple: protect the woman who’s safeguarding a groundbreaking medical AI study that could save countless lives. But his growing feelings for the brilliant cybersecurity agent are harder to ignore. And keeping Teagan safe becomes a matter of life and death when she launches a sting to bait a killer with a shocking endgame.

Protector Under Fire - Adrienne Giordano

A daughter he never knew. An enemy who knows everything.

Former Navy SEAL Luke Gallagher thought his undercover assignment for the Secret Service was nearing its end — until a ruthless Russian mobster exposes a secret: Luke’s five-year-old daughter. Single mum Jess Evers has spent years protecting that same little girl, born from one unforgettable night with a man she never saw again. But when Summer is kidnapped, they are forced back together and plunged into a deadly world of counterfeit identities, mob retaliation and buried betrayals. With time running out, Luke must risk everything — including the case he’s spent years building — to save the child he just discovered...and protect the woman he never forgot.

Protector Under Fire - Adrienne Giordano

A daughter he never knew. An enemy who knows everything.

Former Navy SEAL Luke Gallagher thought his undercover assignment for the Secret Service was nearing its end — until a ruthless Russian mobster exposes a secret: Luke’s five-year-old daughter. Single mum Jess Evers has spent years protecting that same little girl, born from one unforgettable night with a man she never saw again. But when Summer is kidnapped, they are forced back together and plunged into a deadly world of counterfeit identities, mob retaliation and buried betrayals. With time running out, Luke must risk everything — including the case he’s spent years building — to save the child he just discovered...and protect the woman he never forgot.