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LYING IN THE SHADOWS OF THE MOONLIGHT… John Robicheaux lived the simple life in Cajun country—that was until his brother turned up dead in the bayou. He’d be damned before he’d let that crime go unpunished. And John’s suspicions about the sudden death were pointing to a medical clinic and a powerful plastic surgeon who stood accused of “losing” a high-profile patient on the operating table. Local magazine reporter Cassie Havelin had been in Beau Pierre to look into the story. Except, when her investigation became entangled with her mother’s disappearance, Cassie was thrown straight into the strong arms of John Robicheaux. Together they had to shadow a sinister killer slithering in the murky waters…unless they were consumed by the darkness first.

A CASE GONE COLD…AND AN UNEXPECTED ROMANCE HEATING UP Jaci Matlock went to Cape Diablo to solve the thirty-year-old Santiago murders. And though the remote island had a haunting reputation, the forensics novice was determined to expose the reality behind the mysterious events that plagued her arrival. Now in order to uncover an age-old murderous conspiracy, Jaci had to team up with her only ally: Raoul Lazario. But trusting the ruggedly sensual adventure seeker proved to be a distraction she couldn''t afford…. Solving the cold case would secure Jaci''s lifelong dreams, but with Raoul she faced an even more confounding mystery…. Would falling in love have life threatening implications?

Fearless Gunfighter by Joanna Wayne released on Sep 01, 2017 is available now for purchase.

THE DARKNESS IS SAFER WHEN YOU’RE WITH A COP He might be irritating, and more intimidating than handsome, but rugged, brawny detective Sam Turner wasn’t the kind of man a woman could forget. He got in reporter Caroline Kimberly’s way at every turn. But when she became the obsession of a killer, it was Sam she wanted by her side as darkness fell. She made him ache for something elusive—something that could never be. The nosy, sexy reporter with the smart, kissable mouth was trouble, and Sam had to keep his distance. But he couldn’t once Caroline became his only link to the depraved killer who lured his prey into the unrelenting night….

Two previously published novels, first work A2011; second work A2012.

Under Wraps by Joanna Wayne\Susan Kearney released on Aug 25, 2003 is available now for purchase.

MUSTANG RUN, TEXAS--WHERE THE COWBOY CODE LIVED... AND DANGER LURKED Dakota Ledger was a bull rider at heart and a loner by choice...until fate put him in place to rescue Viviana Mancini. She''d never forgotten the delirious days of passion they''d once shared, but now she was in trouble... and so was the baby she''d never told him they''d had. Dakota would do anything to guard Viviana and his new baby from the killer on their heels--even return to his estranged father''s ranch. There he could protect them... but he couldn''t protect himself. Because Dakota faced two deadly threats--the killer on their trail and the would-be family he''d fallen helplessly in love with...

The Silver Spurs Ranch was hotly contested and highly coveted. And Kali Cooper had just inherited it, alongside a passel of troubles. Like any good neighbor—and true cowboy—Zach Collingsworth offered Kali his protection. And that''s when things really got dangerous…. The devil-may-care scion of the Collingsworth empire was the full measure of a man. More than Kali dreamed she could handle, but he made it clear he''d be handling her. Brash, but determined, Zach found his true calling at her side—and wouldn''t leave it till she was safe and sound in his arms. Somehow \"safe in his arms\" was the biggest risk Kali Cooper had ever taken.

A pattern emerges in a string of \"accidental deaths\" involving criminals who''ve escaped the law. Police chief Max Zirinsky suspects that someone is doling out their own form of justice…murder. Police chief Max Zirinsky''s hunt for a serial killer leads him to the rareifed circles of Courage Bay''s social elite. He needs a way to infiltrate their ranks, and turns to socially prominent hospital chief of staff Callie Baker. Her solution: pretend their dating. But the attraction is all too real, and neither of them can \"pretend\" for long. Then the killer sees through their relationship. Callie is helping Max''s investigation. And for that, she''ll have to die….

Jodie''s Little Secrets by Joanna Wayne released on Apr 24, 1998 is available now for purchase.

COWBOY TO THE CORE Jake Dalton believes in worthy causes—like opening his Texas ranch to inner-city kids for the summer. But there''s a catch…that involves a woman. Dedicated do-gooder Carolina Lambert can hold her own against any man…Jake included. Except now someone with a nasty grudge who''s been waiting for the perfect moment to strike has the beautiful widow in his sights. R.J. Dalton''s estranged son is the last man on earth Carolina wants to trust with her life. But the rugged single father has sworn to keep her safe. As passion ignites—and a killer closes in—Carolina and Jake may lose their chance at a love neither expected to find again.

STEALTHY SEDUCTION Rumor had it that the secretive owner of the castle on the cliffs, Dr. David Bryson, had been hideously scarred in the accident that killed his fiancee. Now designer Becca Smith had been summoned to work in his home. Though she received mysterious warnings to stay away, nothing could keep Becca from meeting the man whose seductive voice made her burn for his touch. She was too young, too beautiful, too familiar. She awakened memories in David long buried…emotions that teetered on the edge of insanity. But he vowed to see Becca only from the shadows. Except when a killer attacked, David stepped from behind the veil of darkness to save the woman who was his only hope of salvation.

THIS CHRISTMAS, THE STAKES ARE HIGH FOR THESE TWO COWBOYS! ONE HOT FORTY-FIVE Dede Chamberlain is desperate for Lantry Corbett''s help and will get it at gunpoint if necessary. With a Montana blizzard bearing down, they set out…but make it only as far as a deserted cabin. While they''re snowbound, sparks fly between them. But with a killer and the law after them, they''ll need more than Christmas blessings to mete out justice before it''s too late. MIRACLE AT COLTS RUN CROSS Nick Ridgely prides himself on his control. But nothing prepares him for learning his twin boys have been kidnapped. He''ll do whatever it takes to find them…even if that means facing his ex-wife and the attraction he thought he''d buried months ago. Until his sons are safely back with him, Nick can''t let himself wonder if there''s hope for this family…

Alexis Beranger never could have anticipated the shock of being carjacked with her son still in the backseat. Or that Tague Lambert, part of the rich and famous Lamberts of Dallas, would be there to help. But most earthshattering of all was learning that the attack wasn''t random–only a prelude to the danger stalking her every move.

One-hundred-degree temperatures have reached a crisis point in Southern California and there''s a new generation of heroes in Courage Bay who are ready to risk all. This prequel anthology introduces readers to the characters and setting of a new 12-book continuity series. Original.

UNBREAKABLE VOWS A string of murders reunited homicide detective Dallas Mitchell with a woman he’d tried to forget. Years had passed, but the passion was still there. Only, this time it was fraught with danger. Because Nicole Lancaster was a married woman, and Dallas was a cop hunting for the worst serial killer Louisiana had ever seen—a man who just might be her new husband. Nicole had always been out of the lawman’s league, and she had every reason not to trust him, not to forgive him…. But Dallas had precious little time to convince Nicole that she needed to leave her house—before death parted them for good.

Stranger. Out of nowhere, Nick Bruno arrived at the once opulent, now decaying New Orleans mansion Jacinth Villaré had inherited. Seducer. The sexy P.I. touched a part of her she''d never known existed. Protector. When a gruesome crime was discovered in the walls of the Villaré mansion, Nick vowed to keep her safe. As Jacinth uncovered the long-dead secrets of her newly discovered family, she was haunted by their spirits--and stalked by a very real killer. Though dark and menacing, her family secrets couldn''t rival the one Nick kept hidden. He''d vowed to protect her, but could he save her from the truth about himself?

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Nick Ridgely prided himself on his control…but nothing prepared him for that phone call. When Nick discovered his twin boys had been kidnapped, he vowed to do whatever it took to get them back…even if that meant facing his ex-wife and the attraction he thought he buried months ago. Having her ex-husband back in her life was not what Becky Collingsworth asked Santa for this year. Determined to remain guarded, Becky worked with Nick to fi nd their sons. But what would she do about the onslaught of emotions she still felt for her irresistible ex?

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