Best Selling Books by LORI FOSTER

Innocent in the ways of love and desire, Grace Jenkins finds herself fantasizing about Noah Harper, a devastatingly sexy man whose engagement has just ended in disgrace, and when Grace offers him her support and friendship, her fantasies soon become a passionate reality. Reprint.

After Denver Lewis''s one-night stand with master flirt Cherry Peyton, the urge to protect her surfaces and the up-and-coming MMA fighter fights like hell to keep her safe when Cherry''s past comes back with a vengeance.

After some hard knocks, two sisters find refreshment at a lakeside resort in this heartwarming contemporary romance by a New York Times bestseller. Before the burglary that shattered her confidence, Phoenix Rose had a fiancé, a successful store, and a busy, happy existence. After months spent adrift, she takes a job at the lakeside resort of Cooper''s Charm. Surrounded by beautiful scenery, friendly colleagues, and a charismatic, widowed boss, Phoenix is slowly inching her way back into the world. Visiting Cooper''s Charm to check up on her little sister, Ridley Rose impulsively agrees to fill in as housekeeper. Still reeling from an ego-bruising divorce, she finds satisfaction in a job well done—and in the attention of the resort''s handsome scuba instructor. For Phoenix and Ridley, Cooper''s Charm is supposed to be merely temporary. But this detour may lead to the place they most need to be, where the future is as satisfying as it is surprising. . . . Praise for Cooper''s Charm "The woods of rural Ohio help wounded souls heal in Foster''s tender contemporary. . . . Sexiness permeates every scene. . . . Foster excels at portraying well-crafted characters with distinct personalities, and readers will enjoy the banter among all the friends." — Publishers Weekly

BARING IT ALL Amanda Barker needs to find a man with a killer body—not for herself, but to fill the role of Mr. November in her charity calendar. Firefighter Josh Marshall is perfect, but the notorious ladies'' man is a hard sell, and she''s forced to negotiate with the only collateral he''ll accept: a date with her! It''s hard to resist a man in a uniform...even more so when he''s out of one. Josh can''t quite decide how to handle the very persistent woman who comes barging into his changing room. Despite his constant refusals to pose for Amanda''s calendar, she won''t let up. If there''s one thing Josh knows, it''s that where there''s smoke there''s fire—but this could burn completely out of control... FREE BONUS BOOK INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! Riding the Storm by New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson Firefighter Storm Westmoreland can sweet-talk any woman into his bed—that is, until the too-hot-to-handle Jayla Cole leaves the legendary player craving more... Previously Published.

This blind date is the eye-opener they both need… Don’t miss this classic tale from New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster. Josie Jackson was growing tired of a constant stream of yawn-inducing blind dates, courtesy of her dear, meddling sister. Time to take matters into her own hands and act like an experienced seductress—that ought to scare off the next one fast enough that her whole evening isn’t wasted. But Nick Harris wasn’t the stuffy, straitlaced workaholic that Josie had come to expect. In fact, he was just the opposite—tall, dark and ready to give little Miss Josie Jackson a night to remember. But it’s what happens after that makes things complicated… Originally published in 1998

The desire to learn more about the woman next door could prove fatal for one man in this sizzling fan-favorite novel from New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster Charismatic bar owner Rowdy Yates is used to getting a woman’s attention. So when he approaches waitress Avery Mullins, he fully expects to charm her. However, the elusive beauty has her reasons for keeping her distance—including a past that might come back to haunt them both. Avery spends her nights working for tips…and trying to forget the secret Rowdy is determined to unearth. But when history threatens to repeat itself, Avery grows to rely on Rowdy''s protective presence. As the sparks between them ignite, she will be forced to choose between the security she''s finally found…and the passion she''s always wanted. Previously published. Read the entire smoldering Love Undercover series: Book 1: Run the Risk Book 2: Bare It All Book 3: Getting Rowdy Book 4: Dash of Peril

Sparks fly when a stoic, seasoned PI and a fresh newbie embark on a case to find a teenage runaway! A year and a half ago, Celia was in love and engaged—to a man who turned out to only be after her family’s fortune. Shocked, disenchanted and in despair, Celia decides to change her life and joins her brother Dane’s private investigation agency. There, she has to work with Dane’s brooding but brilliant partner, Alec Sharpe. Alec never takes her seriously and is overprotective to the point of driving her mad. With Dane away on parental leave, it’s just the two of them. Then a woman walks in pleading for them to find her daughter…

Moving to a new town offers a new chance for love in this contemporary romance series opener by a New York Times–bestselling author. Jason Guthrie has no time for entanglements—between helping his widowed brother and teenage nephew and getting his hometown back on its feet, his days are spoken for. But his nights are another story . . . And when his lovely new neighbor, Honor Brown, reluctantly accepts his help in remodeling her house, Jason finds himself wishing his handyman skills could knock down the defenses she keeps building around herself. Martial arts teacher Sullivan Dean knows real danger when he sees it—even when it takes the form of the gorgeous blonde helping her friend move in across the street. After putting his wayward past behind him to focus on teaching control to troubled kids, Sullivan has learned to avoid party girls like Lexie Perkins. But Sullivan can''t seem to keep his hands off the real woman behind that flirty charm—or keep his heart from landing at her feet . . . Praise for Don''t Tempt Me "I would definitely suggest putting this in your TBR pile. Not only do you get double the dose of romance, but there are quite a few hotties in this book to ogle and swoon over." —Under the Covers Book Blog

After taking down a ruthless human trafficker, Alice Appleton fears retaliation and tries to hide her past from her neighbor, Detective Reese Bareden, but they are soon drawn into a deadly maze of corruption, intrigue, and desire.

"Foster''s pages sizzle." --Christine Feehan "Say YES! to Lori Foster." --Elizabeth Lowell Who''s Protecting Who? Eli Conners expected hired mercenary Ray Vereker to be a tank of a guy with forty tattoos--not the feminine ideal with lethal combat skills. While Eli certainly needs Ray''s help, the rest of him is thinking he might have something to offer her. . . Ray''s as good as any man when it comes to storming enemy compounds and loading an AK-47, but who could blame a girl for succumbing to mind-blowing temptation in the steamy jungle? But now it''s back to business. If only Ray wasn''t feeling hot, bothered, dizzy. . . Suddenly, Ray''s precise, no-nonsense mission is veering wildly off course, derailed by raging hormones, out-of-control desire, and a delirious love that is completely unexpected. . . "Filled with Foster''s trademark wit, humor, and sensuality." --Booklist

If I could just tell you the truth… Schoolteacher Natalie Alexander knows nothing about her sexy next-door neighbor Jett—other than nights with him help her forget the past. To get her head—and her heart—together, she needs a vacation from this no-strings romance! But a solo trip turns into a disaster when Jett turns up with another challenge…one she may not be able to resist!

Collects a novel and a novella, including "When You Dare, " wherein professional mercenary Dare Macintosh breaks his number one rule when he mixes business with pleasure after rescuing kidnap victim Molly Alexander.

New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster captivated readers with her stories of love, justice and danger in the Men Who Walk the Edge of Honor series. Now, fan-favorite Chris Chapey gets his own story! When the going gets tough, the tough turn to Chris Chapey. As the right-hand man to a group of take-no-prisoners mercenaries, Chris can organize a top-secret rescue mission with his eyes closed. But when it comes to his personal life, Chris is the one who needs a little help. His problem: Matt Houser. Chris can’t deny his attraction to Matt, but Matt has no idea what Chris’s job really entails and how much it means to him. Matt challenges Chris to change his life—and make a place for him in it. Can Chris risk telling him the truth? Look for more titles in the Men Who Walk the Edge of Honor series, available now from Lori Foster and Harlequin HQN: A Perfect Storm, Savor the Danger, Trace of Fever and When You Dare.

The sexy story of cop who will risk anything for the woman he comes to love in this beloved classic from New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster. Judd Sanders couldn''t believe it when the beautiful, wide-eyed woman he''d rescued from some drunk hoodlums started poking her gorgeous little nose into his business. She was obviously a menace to herself—not to mention to his peace of mind. Worse, she''d blow his cover. For little did Emily Cooper know that Judd was really a cop—whose feelings for Emily left him a little too uncovered for his liking. Originally published in 1997.

Nothing can slow down this investigator from pursuing justice—except a beautiful witness on the run, in this reader-favorite story from New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster! When Detective Logan Riske goes undercover to find Pepper Yates, a potential link to his best friend’s unsolved murder, he vows to gain her cooperation by any means necessary. But the elusive beauty is more suspicious—and in far more danger—than he expected. And the last thing Logan needs is to start caring for her…. Pepper has spent years dodging the corrupt club owner who will stop at nothing to keep her silenced. She can trust no one, not even the handsome new “construction worker” who’s moved in next door. The heat between them is undeniable. But will surrendering to passion bring her the safety she so desires—or will her feelings for Logan draw them both into a killer’s crosshairs? Previously published. Read the entire smoldering Love Undercover series: Book 1: Run the Risk Book 2: Bare It All Book 3: Getting Rowdy Book 4: Dash of Peril

"New York Times"-bestselling author Foster delivers the fourth sizzling novelin her Men Who Walk the Edge of Honor series. Original.

In a charming Ohio town, love finds a way twice in this sweet contemporary romance by the New York Times–bestselling author of Don''t Tempt Me. Single dad Hogan Guthrie is getting his life back on track, and working as the "barbecue master" at a local diner is just a temporary detour. He and restaurant owner Violet Shaw constantly butt heads . . . until one night they end up mingling other parts instead. Hogan thought he had the recipe for happiness all figured out. But loyal, carefree Violet is daring him to trust his impulses . . . and see just how sweet small-town living—and loving—can be. Nathan Hawley traded his SWAT team credentials for a sheriff''s badge, but a gorgeous new neighbor is shaking up his orderly life. Nathan has a hunch there''s more to Brooklin Sweet than meets the eye—but given her caution about getting involved, he has his work cut out for him. Still, there''s something about the elusive beauty Nathan can''t walk away from—and helping her come to terms with her past might pave the way to the future they both secretly long for. Praise for Worth the Wait "Whether Worth the Wait is your first Lori Foster book, or your 100th, she delivers a sexy, engaging contemporary romance every time." —All About Romance

Love, forgiveness, and renewal take center stage in the haven of a quiet lakeside town when two very different women bond over one man’s betrayals in this uplifting new series from New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster. “A wonderful read with all the feels!! Give yourself plenty of time with this one. You’re going to want to read it again the second you finish!” —Susan Mallery, New York Times bestselling author on The Guest Cottage Marlow Heddings is starting over. She’s carried the outrage of her husband Dylan’s affair with a younger woman—and the expectations of his family’s powerful Chicago holdings company—long enough. Now, after another devastating twist of fate, she’s unapologetically moving on. Arriving in tiny Bramble, Kentucky, Marlow revels in her freedom, swapping her executive suits for sundresses . . . and scouting places to open her dream boutique. Best of all is her new residence, an adorable cottage with gorgeous lake views—and a breathtaking landlord, former Marine Cort Easton. Soon they’re sharing dockside morning coffee and nighttime firefly gazing. Marlow’s new life feels like a dream. Then Pixie Nolan arrives on her doorstep. With a shocking secret. To Marlow’s astonishment, Dylan’s “other woman” is a desperate girl of nineteen, destitute, exhausted, and disowned by her family. Defying her manipulative in-laws’ demands, and surprising even herself, Marlow vows to lay down roots in Bramble and help Pixie get on her feet. Then they’ll part ways. But empathy has a way of forging bonds. As Marlow grows close to the hard-working, devoted young woman, she becomes something of a big sister to Pixie. Now, with each sunrise, Marlow awakens to the life she was truly meant to live, one filled with deepening connections, supportive friendship . . . and even a second chance at love.

It’ll take a wild storm for the princess of Buckhorn, Kentucky, to catch the new sheriff’s eye—and heart—in this scorching new Buckhorn novella… Kady Kaspar’s sights have been set on Tucker Turley for far too long—and she’s tired of waiting for Buckhorn’s handsome sheriff to notice her. When a heavy storm brings them together, it’s about time to test the waters and see if the intense attraction she feels goes both ways. Because if it does, he’s about to learn how stubborn she can be… Of all the things Tucker expected to deal with when the rain started to pour, a litter of stranded puppies and spitfire Kady, who’s determined to seduce him, sure didn’t make the list. Yet there he is, bachelor pad overflowing with furballs and Kady in his bedroom. He’s wanted her for years, but given her family’s prestige, he needs to know that she’s serious before he makes any further moves…but will his caution cost him everything? Don’t miss the other titles in the Buckhorn Brothers series, including Buckhorn Beginnings, Forever Buckhorn, The Buckhorn Legacy, “Buckhorn Ever After” in the All For You anthology, Back to Buckhorn, A Buckhorn Summer, A Buckhorn Bachelor and A Buckhorn Baby.

"Lori Foster should be on everyone''s auto-buy list."—Sherrilyn Kenyon, #1 New York Times bestselling author They’ve been trying to avoid each other. But this town has other ideas… When Berkley Carr opened The Love Shack Animal Haven, she thought she’d finally put her past behind her. But sometimes she feels the sting of the scandal from her youth, especially when she keeps crossing paths with her handsome neighbor. So, she keeps her head down and pours all her love into caring for animals. Lawson Salder moved to Cemetery, Indiana, to escape from the grinding poverty of his childhood. He barely knew Berkley from their old neighborhood, but every time he sees her, the shame and pain come crashing back. He knows she’s got major baggage of her own. They''re better off just avoiding each other. But that’s downright impossible in a town full of matchmaking busybodies. Then there’s the hard-to-ignore attraction they feel every time they see each other. When the universe is conspiring to bring them together, will Berkley and Lawson let past hurts go and embrace the love they deserve? More charming contemporaries from Lori Foster: The Little Flower Shop The Honeymoon Cottage The Somerset Girls The Summer of No Attachments Sisters of Summer''s End