by admin | Apr 16, 2025 | Action & Adventure |
The new action-packed historical Western in the popular Nathan Stark series by the bestselling legends William W. and J.A. Johnstone…
JOHNSTONE COUNTRY. NEVER RUN A BLUFF WITH A SIX-GUN.
A legend, his name is mentioned alongside Buffalo Bill Cody and Wild Bill Hickok. He casts a stormcloud-sized shadow across the untamed Western frontier. Men on both sides of the law fear his wrath. For Nathan Stark is the army’s avenging angel, waging war against the hostile Indian tribes that threaten the nation—and murdered his family in cold blood.
In Arizona Territory, the Apache have been raiding both sides of the border, slaughtering anyone who gets in their way. This is the same Indian band that kidnapped the children of the Navajo chief whose scouts serve the U.S. Army—and the Navajo will not engage the Apache as long as the chief’s children are in harm’s way.
Now, Stark and Crow scout Moses Red Buffalo have been tasked with rescuing the Navajo. But they aren’t the only ones on the trail of the kill-crazy Apache. A group of unhinged scalphunters are looking to collect the Mexican government’s bounty on the Apache. Now the territory is about to explode in an avalanche of violence and death . . .
by admin | Apr 16, 2025 | Contemporary Romance |
Strike one: Maggie Jameson’s father just sold the family baseball dynasty to a billionaire who looks like he’s more comfortable in boardrooms than dugouts.Strike two: That billionaire? Alex Winters. Who’s waltzed into her life like he owns the place—which, technically, he now does. The New York Saints have been her entire world, and now she’s watching her legacy get traded faster than a rookie on waivers.Strike three: And just when she thought she was out, Alex starts proving he might actually know what he’s doing. Worse? He’s charming. Dangerously charming. The kind of charming that makes her want to throw more than just fastballs in his direction.She’s Maggie Jameson, baseball royalty. And she’s NOT going to let this smooth-talking, ridiculously attractive interloper steal home base—in baseball or in her heart.But with the way he’s looking at her, she’s starting to think this game might have a few unexpected plays left.Batter up.The Devil in Denim is the first book in the New York Saints series, a steamy sports romance series. This series has billionaires, baseball, strong heroines, team drama, the occasional cute pet, and sexy times. Enjoy!Author’s note: For tropes and CW, please check the author’s website.What people are saying about The New York Saints seriesTHE DEVIL IN DENIM“[A] strong debut … Scott does a fine job of balancing sports and passion, giving readers plenty to look forward to in the next installment in the series.” —Publishers Weekly“Sexy, well-written, layered, and engaging … Emotional intensity and dynamic conflict combined with a lively setting make this baseball-themed romance a hit.” —Kirkus Reviews“Sports and romance. What more could you want? The Devil in Denim is a page-turner … an awesome summer sports read. I’m looking forward to more in the series.” —Night Owl Reviews“Deliciously sexy … a quick and entertaining read.” —Ereadica“An amazing read!” —Deirdre Martin, New York Times bestselling author of the New York Blades seriesANGEL IN ARMANI“a first-rate contemporary”, Melanie has a “gift for story telling and knack for creating sympathetic characters”. —Publishers WeeklyPLAYING HARD”A romp that combines heart and heat… Scott’s agile storytelling and engaging characters make this contemporary tale one to savor.” —Publishers Weekly”Hot and sweet with just enough baseball and family drama to keep the story flowing…the perfect balance of conflict.” —RT Book Reviews“Dynamic, sexy, and intense, especially perfect for baseball romance fans.” —Kirkus Reviews
by admin | Apr 16, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
“Mind-blowing! It’s just that good!” Online reviewer, ?????The child’s eyes were tightly shut and a lock of blond hair had fallen across his smooth forehead. He looked as if he were merely sleeping… but the rotting leaves upon which he lay were his grave.In the early hours of a chilly autumn morning, Harrison Lane races to shadowy Fenton Woods. Beneath an ash tree is the lifeless body of a young boy – four guttered candles surround him, a makeshift cross pushed into the earth nearby. Harrison tenses – who would want to hurt an innocent child?As head of the police’s Ritualistic Behavioural Crime unit, Harrison uses his unique tracking skills to assess the scene. Some slips of paper inside the boy’s mouth – cryptic words written in the child’s own handwriting – gives him the first clue, as well as a link to a dilapidated chapel in nearby Nunhead Cemetery. Pulse racing, Harrison realises he’s been there before – as a child, his mother brought him just before she herself was murdered, her killer never caught.Then another child goes missing – a little boy who bears an eerie resemblance to the first victim. Harrison knows the chance of finding him alive is growing smaller every moment … can Harrison conquer the demons in his own past and catch this twisted killer before another innocent life is taken?A totally and utterly gripping, keep-you-up-all-night crime thriller Fans of Angela Marsons, DK Hood and Rachel Lynch will love this unputdownable crime series introducing the unforgettable Harrison Lane.What readers are saying about Broken Angels:“This book has me grasping at the edge of my seat every single day when I was reading it… This book is just mind-blowing! It’s just that good!” Online reviewer, ?????“Wow what a book… I could not put it down.” Online reviewer, ?????“This book grabbed hold of my attention from the first page and didn’t let go until the gripping end… I can’t wait to devour the next book and learn more about Dr Harrison Lane’s past… Clever, chilling, and compelling. What a treat.” Online reviewer, ?????“I was mesmerised by Harrison Lane, he’s like no other character I’ve read about before… absolutely fascinating. I also loved the other characters that make up the book, with maybe a hint of romance blooming… I’m hooked!” Online reviewer, ?????“Wow, I am already a little in love with Dr Harrison Lane… More please.” Online reviewer, ?????“I loved Broken Angels… I read the entire book in a couple of sittings. It’s a page-turner!” Online reviewer, ?????
by admin | Apr 16, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
“A crime novel that transcends the genre . . . with characters so real and so recognizably human, that it breaks your heart a little.” —Shari Lapena, New York Times–bestselling authorWinner of the Tony Hillerman Fiction AwardEx-FBI agent Brigid Quinn, now happily settled in Tucson, doesn’t visit her family in Florida much. But her former partner on the force, Laura Coleman—a woman whose life she has saved and who has saved her life in turn—is living there now. So when Laura calls about a case that is not going well, Brigid doesn’t hesitate to get on a plane.On leave from the Bureau, Laura has been volunteering for a legal group trying to prove the innocence of a man who is on death row for killing his family. Laura is firmly convinced that he didn’t do it, while Brigid isn’t so sure—but the date for his execution is coming up so quickly that they’ll have to act fast to find any evidence that may absolve him before it’s too late . . .A Twist of the Knife, Edgar Award and CWA Gold Dagger finalist Becky Masterman’s third Brigid Quinn novel, is the masterful follow-up to Fear the Darkness and Rage Against the Dying.“A gripping third entry of this powerhouse series.” —The Boston Globe“Masterman expertly builds both the family story and detective story to unexpected revelations and redemption.” —Salem MacKnee, The News & Observer (Raleigh)“Masterman deftly layers in Brigid’s family story . . . This page-turner, which tackles the rising tide of false death-row convictions and the long arm of family secrets, should be perfect for Lisa Gardner fans.” —Booklist
by admin | Apr 16, 2025 | Crime Fiction |
Kay Riley should be laying low. Instead, she’s leaving a trail of trouble across North America.What starts as a simple job—finding a kidnapped woman—turns into something much bigger. The chase takes Riley from the back alleys of Canada to the cartel strongholds of Mexico, where the rules are different, the enemies deadlier, and the deals far more dangerous.An FBI agent is hot on her trail. A criminal mastermind is watching her every move. And the deeper Riley digs, the more she realizes she’s tangled in something far bigger than just one missing person: dozens of women stolen and trafficked.She’s survived Chicago. But can she survive this?Because some people can’t fight for themselves. And Riley refuses to look the other way.”I thoroughly enjoyed every book in the series so far. Things I liked:Riley is an extremely like-able character who is strong and down-to-earth. There is a also a strong set of supporting characters. The action scenes are exciting, but the author also takes the time to develop her characters as well. I liked the amusing banter between the characters.” – Amazon Reviewer
