Most Popular Books by GENA SHOWALTER

"New York Times"-bestselling author Showalter delivers the second book in the scintillating Lords of the Underworld spinoff series, Angels of the Dark. Original.

A classic tale from the queen of paranormal romance, Gena Showalter! Belle Jamison is finally starting to feel like a normal girl again. Her job as a paranormal investigator is going well, she’s learned to control her supernatural abilities (mostly) and she’s just gotten engaged to Rome Masters, the ultra-sexy operative who once tried to neutralize her! But planning a wedding is never easy, especially when the bride keeps accidentally torching her dress, the groom returns from a dangerous mission with selective memory loss and the man responsible now wants Belle for himself. With Rome’s ex determined to win him back and a new band of supervillains on the horizon, it will take all Belle’s powers—plus a little help from her trusty empath sidekick—to save the day, salvage the wedding and prove that true love really does conquer all. Originally published in 2010

Reyes is a man possessed. Bound by the demon of pain, he is forbidden to know pleasure. Yet he craves a mortal woman, Danika Ford, more than breath and will do anything to claim her—even defy the gods. Danika is on the run. For months she''s eluded the Lords of the Underworld, immortal warriors who won''t rest until she and her family have been destroyed. But her dreams are haunted by Reyes, the warrior whose searing touch she can''t forget. Yet a future together could mean death to all they both hold dear….

All her life, Ashlyn Darrow has been tormented by voices from the past. To end the nightmare, she has come to Budapest seeking help from men rumored to have supernatural abilities, not knowing she''ll be swept into the arms of Maddox, their most dangerous member—a man trapped in a hell of his own. Neither can resist the instant hunger that calms their torments…and ignites an irresistible passion. But every heated touch and burning kiss will edge them closer to destruction—and a soul-shattering test of love….

"Utterly unique and absolutely riveting—I couldn’t put it down! What a marvelously cool world." —Sarah J. Maas, New York Times bestselling author, on Firstlife Don’t miss the epic conclusion to the New York Times bestselling series, the Everlife novels. STAND TOGETHER OR FALL ALONE. THE FATE OF THE EVERLIFE HANGS IN THE BALANCE. At seventeen years old, Tenley “Ten” Lockwood had to make the ultimate choice—where to live after she died. Loyalty to her selected realm has not wavered…until now. As the Everlife descends into darkness, a single truth becomes clear: Troika and Myriad must unite at long last—or perish. In order to bring sworn enemies together, Ten must enter forbidden territory and destroy the powerful Prince of Ravens. But there’s only one way inside—bonding with Killian Flynn, the deadly rival who sets her blood aflame. When betrayal leads to the edge of utter defeat, Ten and Killian will have to rebuild trust from the ashes of their hearts. Victory seems impossible, the odds stacked against them. In the end, how far will they be willing to go for the sake of their realms and the Everlife? Books in the Everlife series: Firstlife Lifeblood Everlife

Zacharel, the leader of a powerful angelic army, lets nothing stand in his way of his anti-demon missions until he rescues Annabelle Miller from an institution for the criminally insane and from the demons who long to possess her.

"Nicolai the Vampire was renowned for his virility, but in a twist of fate "The Dark Seducer" had become a sex slave in the kingdom of Delfina--stripped of his precious timepiece and his memory. ... In her dreams, a wanton vampire called to Jane Parker, drawing her to his dark sexuality and his magical realm. But for a human, all was not a fairy tale in Delfina. Jane was the key to Nicolai''s memory--but exploiting her meant dooming the only mortal he craved"--Page 4 of cover

She has tempted many men…but never found her equal. Until now. Though she has lived for centuries, Anya, goddess of anarchy, has never known pleasure. Until Lucien, the incarnation of death—a warrior eternally doomed to take souls to the hereafter. He draws her like no other. And Anya will risk anything to have him. But when the merciless Lord of the Underworld is ordered by the gods to claim Anya herself, their uncontrollable attraction becomes an anguished pursuit. Now they must defeat the unconquerable forces that control them, before their thirst for one another demands a sacrifice of love beyond imagining….

A newly divorced event planner finds herself woefully unprepared for the advances of a sexy CEO in this New York Times–bestselling author''s romantic comedy. Unleashing your inner tigress isn''t easy when you''re a doormat by nature! Still, after escaping a wretched marriage to a cheating SOB, Dallas party planner Naomi Delacroix isn''t about to let another man sweet-talk her into sheathing her protective claws. Not even hunky millionaire Royce Powell, who''s hired her to arrange his mother''s surprise party. Even if he does make her purr like a kitten with one heated glance . . . Royce claims he''s been in love with Naomi ever since she threw a party for one of his friends six months ago. But if that''s true, why is this incredibly eligible CEO currently taking applications for a wife? Despite herself, Naomi is tempted to fill one out. But can her inner tigress believe a man might change his stripes?

She’s never felt desired. He’s never craved a woman more…in this sizzling classic from New York Times bestselling author Gena Showalter. Previously published as Can’t Hardly Breathe. Dorothea Mathis has overcome the obstacles life tossed her way…but she can’t shake her long-standing crush on former Army Ranger Daniel Porter. The sexy bad boy is back in town and using her inn as a personal playground. She should kick him out, but his heated glances are making her stupid. No way she’ll give another chance to the man who didn’t want her in high school. Right? Daniel craves curvy Dorothea night and day, but all he can offer is a few no-strings nights to burn off a little steam. He’s learned to despise romance—love brings loss. Except, being with Dorthea only makes him burn for more. Winning her over won’t be easy, but he’ll fight to prove a second chance isn’t settling for second best. Read the entire reader-favorite Original Heartbreakers series: Book 1: The Secret Fling Book 2: Friends First Book 3: Enemies to Lovers Book 4: Second Chance Book 5: Can’t Let Go Book 6: Can’t Get Enough

Mia Snow, part of an elite task force within the New Chicago Police Department, must stalk an alien serial killer who is preying upon humans. Her prime suspect, an alien, is also the only man she''s ever loved.

"Just released from prison, Jase Hollister has one goal: stay out of trouble. Strawberry Valley, Oklahoma, sounds like the perfect place for him and his two brothers-by-circumstance to settle down and live a nice, simple life. But model citizen isn''t exactly this rugged bachelor''s default setting--especially when it comes to a certain hot-blooded Southern beauty"--

New York Times bestselling author Gena Showalter introduces the Original Heartbreakers—beginning with a ruthless businessman about to break his own rules—in this special prequel novella! Rich, powerful and utterly untamable, Dane Michaelson is every woman''s darkest fantasy. When he returns to his hometown to witness his father''s upcoming nuptials, he is unprepared for the redheaded beauty soon to become his stepsister. He''s never wanted anyone more. Kenna Starr has no desire to join the long list of women on rotation in Dane''s bedroom. The single mom learned the hard way—bad boys do bad things, and someone always gets hurt. But Dane isn''t fighting fair. With every heated look, stolen kiss and illicit caress, he melts her defenses. Soon, the girl with the rep and the man who claims to be heartless are locked in a passionate affair. But when trouble arises, will they stand together or fall apart? Look for the next books in the Original Heartbreakers—The Closer You Come, The Hotter You Burn and The Harder You Fall—from HQN Books!

The New York Times–bestselling novel with "an inventive premise and easy-to-root-for characters . . . a series opener [young adult fantasy] fans will enjoy" ( Kirkus Reviews). From the author of the New York Times–bestselling White Rabbit Chronicles series comes the first book of a new series. Tenley "Ten" Lockwood is an average seventeen-year-old girl . . . who has spent the past thirteen months locked inside the Prynne Asylum. The reason? Not her obsession with numbers, but her refusal to let her parents choose where she''ll live—after she dies. There is an eternal truth most of the world has come to accept: Firstlife is merely a dress rehearsal, and real life begins after death. In the Everlife, two realms are in power: Troika and Myriad, longtime enemies and deadly rivals. Both will do anything to recruit Ten, including sending their top Laborers to lure her to their side. Soon, Ten finds herself on the run, caught in a wild tug-of-war between the two realms who will do anything to win the right to her soul. Who can she trust? And what if the realm she''s drawn to isn''t where the boy she''s falling for lives? She just has to stay alive long enough to make a decision . . . "Utterly unique and absolutely riveting—I couldn''t put it down! What a marvelously cool world." —Sarah J. Maas, #1 New York Times–bestselling author of The Crescent City series "The story''s use of religion as a framework is fresh and layered, giving the novel an epic sweep." — Publishers Weekly "A creative mash-up of dystopian science fiction and otherworldly fantasy." — School Library Journal

A modern-day Alice in Wonderland meets the undead… BOOK THREE in Gena Showalter’s New York Times bestselling series, The White Rabbit Chronicles They started the war. Now I will end it. Alice "Ali" Bell thinks the worst is behind her. She''s ready to take the next step with boyfriend Cole Holland, the leader of the zombie slayers…until Anima Industries, the agency controlling the zombies, launches a sneak attack, killing four of her friends. It''s then she realizes that humans can be more dangerous than monsters…and the worst has only begun. As secrets that may tear Ali and Cole apart come to light, and more slayers are taken or killed, Ali will fight harder than ever to bring down Anima—even sacrificing her own life for those she loves. The White Rabbit Chronicles: Alice in Zombieland Through the Zombie Glass The Queen of Zombie Hearts A Mad Zombie Party

The huntress becomes the hunted in this sizzling paranormal romance from New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Gena Showalter, previously published as part of the Deep Kiss of Winter anthology with #1 New York Times bestselling author Kresley Cole, now available as a stand-alone ebook! With only skin-to-skin contact, Aleaha Love can change her appearance, assuming any identity. As an AIR (Alien Investigation and Removal) agent, her newest mission is to capture a group of otherworldly warriors. So imagine her surprise when the hunter becomes the hunted, and she’s taken captive by dangerously seductive Breean, a golden-skinned, iron-willed commander, who threatens everything Aleaha stands for—and makes her want to be only herself, for the first time in her life.

After a devastating loss, millionaire playboy Beck Ockley moves to the small town of Strawberry Valley, Oklahoma to start a new life, where he is drawn to Harlow Glass, who is searching for redemption for her troubled past.

Before The Lords of the Underworld, there was Gena Showalter''s Atlantis series. Discover the mythical world of immortals, magic and dark seduction in this novella, The Amazon''s Curse. Zane, a fierce vampire warrior, has been enslaved by the Amazons. Nola, a lovely Amazon soldier, has been cursed with invisibility. Now, these two stubborn enemies must overcome the pasts that haunt them and embrace a love that can set them free…. "A world of myth, mayhem and love under the sea!" -New York Times bestselling author J.R. Ward on The Nymph King Look for the rest of Gena Showalter''s Atlantis series: Heart of the Dragon, Jewel of Atlantis, The Nymph King and The Vampire''s Bride, available now.

He’s up for cleaning his life. She’s down to get dirty… in this sizzling classic from New York Times bestselling author Gena Showalter. Previously published as The Closer You Come. After a decade behind bars, Jase Hollister is free. Haunted by his violent past, this ex-con takes refuge in a small town with his closest friends. He plans to stay out of trouble and keep women at a distance. Why won’t the one he craves cooperate? Down on her luck, Brook Lynn Dillon is determined to avoid the big, bad and scary new guy every woman in town wants—including her sister! When he offers Brook Lynn a job, she can’t say no…or resist his smoldering charm. They strike up a deal--a one-time fling. Maybe two times. Or three. No matter how hard they try, they can’t keep their hands off each other. When secrets come to light, they must face a hard truth: their one-time fling has forever branded them. It’s more than Jase’s freedom on the line now. It’s their hearts. Read the entire reader-favorite Original Heartbreakers series: Book 1: The Secret Fling Book 2: Friends First Book 3: Enemies to Lovers Book 4: Second Chance Book 5: Can’t Let Go Book 6: Can’t Get Enough

She won''t rest until she''s sent every walking corpse back to its grave. Forever. Had anyone told Alice Bell that her entire life would change course between one heartbeat and the next, she would have laughed. From blissful to tragic, innocent to ruined? Please. But that''s all it took. One heartbeat. A blink, a breath, a second, and everything she knew and loved was gone. Her father was right. The monsters are real. To avenge her family, Ali must learn to fight the undead. To survive, she must learn to trust the baddest of the bad boys, Cole Holland. But Cole has secrets of his own, and if Ali isn''t careful, those secrets might just prove to be more dangerous than the zombies.