Someone wants her dead, but for her there’s no fight or flight. There’s only fight or fight harder. OASIS operative Maddie Barnes prefers handling things on her own, and the threatening notes left on her windshield are no different. She certainly doesn’t need the help of her former flame and fellow operative, Ian Westlake. Their hot and sticky relationship is history, but she still cares about him, making him too much of a distracting temptation. As the threats escalate, and Maddie’s turbulent past spills into the present, she realizes that anyone close to her is in harm’s way. Meaning she must give up all hope of a future with Ian in order to save his life. He’ll risk losing her love if it keeps her alive. Fair or unfair, there’s a long list of vengeful people who’ve got it in for Maddie. Whoever is after her keeps upping the ante, getting dangerously close to the woman Ian loves more than anything. He knows she’s capable of taking care of herself, but ever since childhood they’ve always been stronger together, so no way will he let her face this threat alone. And when an awful secret that could bring Maddie to her knees reveals itself, Ian’ll do whatever it takes to keep her alive.
Why should she trust the man who got her kidnapped? Because he’s her only hope of getting out alive. Erienne Stuart is on a mission, and her plan to seduce a sexy stranger is working out better than she’d hoped. Fitz is hot, charming, and just the right bad boy she was looking for to help tear down her very personal roadblock. But her night of seduction takes a chilling turn when she becomes the pawn of the ruthless enemies who want Fitz dead, and they won’t think twice about killing her to extract their revenge. Much as she now wishes she never laid eyes on Fitz, he’s her only chance for survival. He’d wanted to savor every inch of her body. Now he needs to save her life. OASIS operative and former Navy SEAL Mordecai “Fitz” Fitzjames should have known it wasn’t meant to be with the blonde goddess who’d practically fallen into his lap. The minute Erienne walked into the local biker bar, he’d known she was both out of her depth and out of his league. But that didn’t mean he couldn’t take her for the walk on the wild side she’d come looking for. His plans for a single night of passion are obliterated when the vicious drug lord he’s investigating snatches Erienne, forcing Fitz to become her bodyguard instead of her lover. Knowing it’s his fault she’s in this lethal mess, he will lay down his life to save hers.
If he finds her, he will kill her. Jessie Haynes has never relied on anyone until she’s forced on the run by a cunning murderer. Accepting the help of a persistent private investigator isn’t easy, especially when Reeve tries to invade every corner of her privacy. She has no intention of letting him call all the shots, but with a madman stalking her every step, she may have no choice but to reveal the painful secret that has kept her alone for years. She knows her hot-as-hell new bodyguard will do everything he can to keep her alive, but he may be powerless to stop her past from destroying her future He can’t let another woman die. Determined to make up for a mission gone wrong, former Navy SEAL Reeve Buchanan is hot on the trail of the vicious killer who got away. He’s got no time to waste catering to the exacting demands of the luscious red-head reluctantly tolerating his protection. Especially when he’s sure she’s withholding vital information. But as he finds himself falling for Jessie, his need for revenge takes a backseat. With the killer closing in, Reeve must find a way to gain her trust before she becomes the next victim.
He’ll protect her with his life—and claim her as his own. Navy SEAL sniper Ryker “Bulls Eye” Fletcher never misses a shot. When he sees something he wants, he goes after it with equal resolve. Rescuing a woman held hostage should be the end of his mission—until he’s tasked with protecting her back in DC. Gorgeous dark hair, curves to kill for, and a whip-smart personality won’t stop him from claiming her for himself. State Department Special Agent Emily Swenson is kidnapped in Afghanistan while riding on a routine patrol. The Navy SEAL team that comes to her rescue should be the end of her ordeal—until it’s not. A ruggedly handsome SEAL haunts her dreams and wants to protect her—not to mention have her in his bed. Targeted back in Washington by her kidnappers, she must accept help from the possessive and aggressive SEAL who saved her—but what will protect her from falling for him—hard? Kidnapped by a SEAL, a standalone novel, is book 14 in the addictive Alpha SEALs series.
A collection of 4 steamy military romance stories with guarantee HEA. His to Love & Protect - ex-Navy SEAL Bodyguard Romance Losing Control: He turns her world upside down in the best possible way. Olivia Westwood, successful, independent and stubborn, lives life on her terms and loves to stay in control. She gets the shock of her life when she discovers an intruder in her home. It's none other than Jake Hunter, her brother's best friend since childhood. He's arrived to act as her bodyguard, much to her dismay. He turns her life completely upside down because he's the one man who can make her lose her precious control. Undeniable Attraction: After years of fighting his lust, he can fight it no longer, but he really should focus on keeping her safe. Jake doesn't hesitate to volunteer his services when he hears Olivia is in danger. He buried his feelings for her years ago and stayed away. Olivia deserves someone better than a bad boy like him. Reuniting with her brings his feelings crashing back to the surface, making it hard for him to stay focused on keeping her safe. How long can he resist the passion brewing between them and his burning need to make her his? How long can she deny that her control is no match for Jake's allure? Charlie’s Protector - Bodyguard Romance After two long years without each other, Charlie and Luke find that time has only stoked the fire of their eternal flame. Actress Charlie Winthrope just wants to find her brother, Brandon, after two years of searching for him. Luke Walker was Charlie's lover and Brandon's best friend when they were in the Navy SEALs together just two years ago. He was her only hope at the time and he turned against her after he lost his trust in Brandon. Luke has a reason to believe that Brandon got involved in something shady involving some higher ranking officials and then tried to lure him into a trap, which he narrowly escaped. Charlie believes Brandon is innocent and that there must be an explanation for everything that Brandon cannot explain yet. Unwilling to see Charlie's point of view, Luke and Charlie split up. After two long years, Luke receives a message from Brandon asking for help. Will it be another trap? Can Charlie convince Luke to finally trust her and to help Brandon before it's too late? Rescue - Navy SEAL Romance Halah Hussein was valuable, but not to her father. She’d escaped him to study in the United States. She made the mistake of coming home to visit after her mother and sisters said he’d mellowed. As soon as she walked in the front door, her father tied her to a chair and prepared to execute her. He said she’d become a harlot by keeping company with non-believers. A phone caller interrupted her death. A Sheik wanted her for himself and would pay her father real money. Halah had hope. While in the United States, she’d agreed to work with the CIA. They kept track of her. The CIA called SEAL Team 13. John Steele was the newest member of the SEAL team. He found life hard because he’d lost his fiancée in a car accident, and he felt dead inside. Could John and the SEAL team find the Sheik and rescue Halah? Would John find a way to move on? The Healer - Navy SEAL Stepbrother Romance Leslie had always looked up to her stepbrother Robert. He was calm, strong, tough, and protecting of all. It wasn’t a surprise when Robert decided to go off and join the Navy; in fact everyone who knew him saw it coming. Leslie was proud of Robert, and kept track of his successes from afar while living her own life. Now Robert is back in town staying with her for a visit and Leslie is ecstatic to have him stay over. She prepares for a week of fun to show Robert a good time in the city to take his mind off of work. However during his stay, Leslie notices that Robert has changed, and slowly but surely his inner demons begin to emerge. This surprises Leslie who has until now known him to be the type that always had his emotions together. Leslie finds herself facing his demons head on, trying to find a way to help Robert overcome them.
**Don’t miss the third book in the bestselling Shadow Force International Romantic Suspense series! He ruined her career… In twenty-one missions, CIA golden girl Ruby McKellen has failed only once. Thanks to Navy SEAL Jaxon Sloan, the man who stole her heart and forced her to choose between him and her partner Elliot, she’s on probation and Elliot is in prison for national security crimes. To prove Elliot’s innocence and save her damaged career, Ruby is running an unsanctioned mission—but the only way to get the proof she needs is to go to Jax with her tail between her legs. She wrecked his heart… Jaxon left the Navy after the mission with Ruby in Morocco went south, but that one hot, unbelievable night with her will haunt him forever. Working for Shadow Force International now, his new assignment has brought him full circle—the CIA operative Jax’s testimony sent to prison has escaped and Jax has been ordered to hunt him down. Just like in Morocco, the one thing standing in his way is Ruby. A second chance at love could prove fatal… When Ruby’s life is threatened and Jax stumbles on information that might prove Elliot is innocent, guilt over putting the man in prison compels him to join her unsanctioned mission. What really happened that night six months ago? Is Elliot an honorable spy or a mastermind at manipulation? Ruby is the only one who can help Jax navigate the world of undercover lies and betrayal to find the truth. In a battle of wills—and of hearts—Jax and Ruby must have the courage to face the truth about themselves, their past, and what it really means to betray someone you love.
Jag helped her take control of her life back...but someone is watching and waiting for the perfect moment to finish what her ex had started. On one unforgettable afternoon, a simple fluke kept Carly Stewart out of her crazy ex’s reach…landing her best friend in his clutches instead. It’s been months since the events of that day, when her friend was rescued and her ex, Shawn, died, yet the police are no closer to discovering who his accomplice was. And Carly is no closer to reclaiming her life, hiding in her apartment in distress, flinching at every noise and shadow. Her only saving grace is Jag. The Navy SEAL who’s kept her from completely losing herself to the terror. Jagger Bennett will never give up on Carly. He understands what she’s going through better than most. He also knows she won’t let her ex control her from the grave for much longer, especially when he sees the first spark of anger peeking through her fear. He’ll help her defeat her demons, regain her confidence, get back to the person she was before Shawn Keyes…and in return, she could be the one woman who can help Jag conquer his past. If he’s able to put his own torment to rest, he’ll claim Carly for his own. Shawn Keyes was my friend. My mentor. Now he’s gone. And I have no one. It’s all her fault. Carly Stewart. She’ll pay for everything she did to Shawn…to me…and she’ll pay soon. Before she can ruin another man’s life. **Finding Carly is the 5th book in the SEAL Team Hawaii Series. Each book is a stand-alone, with no cliffhanger endings. --- Read what others are saying about New York Times bestselling author, Susan Stoker: “I will read anything Susan Stoker puts out…because I know it’s going to be amazing!” Riley Edwards- USAT Bestselling author “Susan Stoker never disappoints. She delivers alpha males with heart and heroines with moxie.” Jana Aston, NYT Bestselling Author No one does military romance like Susan Stoker!” Corinne Michaels, NYT Bestselling Author “Susan Stoker knows what women want. A hot hero who needs to save a damsel in distress…even if she can save herself!” CD Reiss, NYT Bestselling Author “When you pick up a Susan Stoker book you know exactly what you’re going to get…a hot alpha hero and a smart, sassy heroine. I can’t get enough!” Jessica Hawkins, USAT Bestselling Author “I love reading about men in uniform and Susan always delivers…the full package!” Kayti McGee “Susan writes the perfect blend of tough, alpha heroes and strong yet vulnerable heroines. I always feel emotionally satisfied at the end of one of her stories!” Meghan March, NYT Bestselling Author “One thing I love about Susan Stoker’s books is that she knows how to deliver a perfect HEA while still making sure the villain gets what he/she deserves!” T.M. Frazier, NYT Bestselling Author --- Look for the entire SEAL Team Hawaii romance series Finding Elodie Finding Lexie Finding Kenna Finding Monica Finding Carly Finding Ashlyn Finding Jodelle Topics: contemporary romance, military romance, series, romantic suspense series, mystery, bbw romance, funny romance, modern romance, urban romance, California romance, wealthy, USA today, USA today bestseller, homeless romance, city romance, smart romance, mystery, dogs in romance, lighthearted romance, hot romance, susan stoker, susan stoker romance, proposal, proposal romance, engagement, engagement romance, new york times bestseller romance, NYT romance, new york times romance, sexy, heartwarming, heart-warming, family, love, love books, kissing books, emotional journey, contemporary, contemporary romance, romance series, long series, long romance series, army, army series, former military, sassy, strong heroine, captivating romance, hot, hot romance, forbidden love, sparks, loyalty, swoon, contemporary, rescue, kidnap, handicap, justice, Officer, enlisted, daughter, shelter, claiming, defending, securing, protect, government contractor, secret, damsel in distress, kidnap, Navy, Navy SEAL, Honolulu, Navy base, drama, action and adventure, action romance, Delta Force, Navy romance, veteran, disabled veteran, serial killer, forgiveness, former soldier, soldier, romantic, rescue, HEA, stalker, seasoned romance, silver fox, older characters, Hawaii, ocean rescue, ransom, revenge, stalker, abusive ex Other readers of Stoker's books enjoyed books by: Riley Edwards, Caitlyn O'Leary, Maryann Jordan, Dale Mayer, Lynn Raye Harris, Cat Johnson, Alexis Abbott, Meli Raine, Nicole Elliot, Lori Ryan, Meghan March, Kristin Ashley, Meli, Raine, Kris Michaels, Brittney Sahin,, Catherine Cowles, Lexi Blake, Piper Davenport, Abbie Zanders, Lani Lynn Vale, and Kristen Proby.
Protected by her brother's best friend.... Someone is trying to kill Eden Dawson. Trouble is, she has no idea who. After waking up in the hospital with partial amnesia, her family informs her that she witnessed a murder, and now she’s a target from someone who wants to make sure she doesn’t testify. Her brother insists she needs a bodyguard… Enter former Navy SEAL Chandler Ruthven. Chandler may be cool as ice, but Eden can’t deny that his chiseled body and smoldering stare are red hot. But the last thing Eden wants is a baby-sitter—she can take care of herself. Until an attempt on her life convinces her she needs Chandler’s help. Ever since Chandler left the SEALs, he’s struggled to take to civilian life. Now, to protect the stubborn Eden, he knows he needs to keep her close and if that means pretending to be her boyfriend, so be it. Their attraction was just supposed to be an act, but with Eden, somehow their fake relationship feels all too real. And that’s a distraction he just can’t afford. Neither of them were looking for love. But if Eden can survive this harrowing ordeal, love just might find them both.
A determined bodyguard. A fierce heiress. And death is just a shot away… Silent, stealthy and professional, Weston Patterson is always two steps ahead of trouble—until he’s hired to bodyguard a woman he never expected to see again. Someone won’t stop until Kayleigh Delacruz is dead. But the feisty heiress is challenging Weston to keep her close as well as safe. Will the suspicions between their different worlds lock them in an endgame impossible to survive? From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served. Discover more action-packed stories in the San Antonio Security series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Texas Bodyguard: Luke Book 2: Texas Bodyguard: Brax Book 3: Texas Bodyguard: Weston Book 4: Texas Bodyguard: Chance
