Elaine Overton

Detroit social worker Andrea Chenault has always believed she can live with the fear that every fire–fighter's wife knows. But as her long–awaited wedding day approaches, she's tormented by secret doubts. Because it's becoming clear that deadly fires are targeting the man she loves beyond all reason.

Calvin Brown is the bravest, strongest man she's ever known, and he's taken her to heights of passion she never knew existed. But as the circle of flames draws ever closer, Andrea wonders if even her overwhelming love for this man is strong enough to survive the terrible thought of a life without him .

Trouble was her middle name

Of the four Lockharts, Amber was the wild child, a part–time student and full–time groupie who gave her older sisters sleepless nights. But even Amber was surprised when her pre–Christmas getaway turned nasty, causing her to flee from danger right into the six–pack abs of Paul Gutierrez.

His was danger Going home was not an option when Amber became the target of a man desperate to keep a secret. So Paul's
L.A. home became her safe house, his strong arms her armour. After long nights with her macho protector, Amber was in danger, all right from a hot, sexy Latin lover!

Eight years ago, Elizabeth Donovan made the biggest mistake of her life. She left Darius North standing at the altar. Her dependable, rock–steady high–school sweetheart was her first––and only––lover. Now someone close to her is in desperate need...and Darius is the only one who can save him. But the man Liz finds on a far–off, exotic island is burning with revenge. Darius has never forgiven her for her cruel betrayal––or for the desire she still arouses in him. With passion reigniting, Darius demands something from her: the honeymoon they never had. Forced to accept his devil's bargain, Liz vows to surrender her body but never her heart. Not even when Darius discovers the secret she's been hiding all these years....

As Miami's most celebrated vet, Dusty Warren can have his pick of any woman. But growing up on the road still makes him feel like an outsider in the city's elite circles. Then Mikayla Shroeder shows up at his ranch with her mangy mutt, and Dusty feels the white–hot spark of attraction. He knows Mikayla feels it, too, but the bestselling author is determined to stay aloof….

Mikayla left her traumatic past behind to start over in a new town. She isn't prepared for the charismatic and compassionate animal doctor…or the untamed passion that takes them both by surprise. Animal attraction is one thing. But to allow this man into her heart as her protector, her lover, her soul mate? That's a wild sanctuary she never thought was possible—until now.

As the owner of Love Unlimited, a matchmaking firm, Noelle Brown has an enviable track record. When world–renowned and drop–dead gorgeous architect Derrick Brandt graces her doorway, she's incredibly pleased. Hooking him up will raise her agency's profile and give it an incredible public–relations boost. But after a few moments of conversation with the arrogant Derrick, Noelle understands why the tabloids have labeled him the most ineligible bachelor in the city.

Derrick needs to find himself a wife––a woman who understands his demanding career. He's stunned to find himself captivated by the sexy siren Noelle. As the sparks of passion heat up between them, they both wonder if their relationship is indeed the perfect match....

For bakery owner Sophie Mayfield, life is getting sweeter by the minute. She's managed to keep her family's cherished business from being acquired by mega–grocery–chain Fulton Foods. And her new employee Eliot Wright is as appealing––and oh–so–chocolate–fine––as he is hardworking and talented. But then Sophie discovers that Eliot isn't exactly who he says he is. And she's sure he's hungry for only one thing: her boutique bakery's bottom line. Now a love–struck Eliot will have to do whatever it takes to win back Sophie's trust––and prove that he truly is her Mr. Right....