Previously published as Elements of Submission by Karissa Knight.My new client has the wealth and power to make his own rules. As I’m drawn into his secret world of dark fantasies I must know: Is he a killer, or the man of my dreams?Wilhelmina Green is the lawyer of choice for Chicago's wealthy offenders. Mina’s latest victory, the acquittal of a U.S. senator, has made her a media sensation. To the outside world she appears to have it all, but she’s still searching for a man with the strength to bring her dark fantasies to life.CEO Jonathon Thomas Heun, a suspect in the death of his personal assistant, hires Mina to represent him. He slowly draws her into his seductive world of wealth and power as they investigate the murder. Despite her attraction to him Mina holds back, sensing Jonathon is keeping part of himself closed off from the world. And from her.As the passion of their affair intensifies, Mina soon realizes her desires were just the beginning of an erotic dive into Jonathon’s lifestyle.

A red-hot thriller from the New York Times–bestselling author who "has a real talent for creating appealing lovers who will win your heart completely" (Romantic Times, 4 stars).Emily Marshall is enjoying a pleasure cruise on the Gulf of Mexico when she stumbles on a murder and a violent drug-smuggling ring. And the only person she can trust is the man who broke her heart so many years ago, Jim Keegan.Jim had thought he was over Emily—until a passionate encounter at a beach house proves him wrong. Now, he must face a group of deadly criminals to save the woman he knows he still loves.Praise for Suzanne Brockmann and her novels"The name Brockmann means romantic suspense!" —RT Book Reviews"Brilliant sexual chemistry, laugh-out-loud humor, riveting action, and flawlessly rendered characters." —Library Journal (starred review)"Jam-packed with adrenaline-fueled action and sizzling sexual tension." —Booklist (starred review)

She wanted an adventure to save her future. What she found could change the fate of humanity.Isabella Bryn Delgado thought a research trip to the Amazon would breathe life into her failing Master’s degree in botany—and give her one last shot at salvaging her gymnastics scholarship before her injured knee gave out for good. Far from Stanford’s campus and the chaos of Palo Alto, she just wanted a quiet jungle escape. No pressure. No balance beam. And no more awkward run-ins with her soon-to-be ex.But the man who was supposed to supervise her internship—reclusive microbiologist Dr. Dominic Quinn—is nowhere to be found when she arrives at his remote field lab. Alone in one of the most dangerous ecosystems on Earth with no contact to the outside world, Isabella soon realizes she’s been dropped into more than just a science experiment.When a mysterious man claiming to be Dr. Quinn finally appears, he brings with him secrets buried deep in the rainforest: an uncharted tribe, a sacred tree called Yarumaya, and a miraculous resin that may hold the secret to human longevity. But the trees are dying—and the tribe’s survival is in danger.As Isabella and Quinn race to uncover the cause, they find themselves tangled in a web of ancient rituals, vanishing ecosystems, and a connection neither of them expected. But some secrets aren’t meant to be shared. And some discoveries are worth killing for.Blood of Yarumaya is a pulse-pounding eco-thriller about love, legacy, and the dangerous line between scientific discovery and cultural exploitation.WINNER of the Literary Titan GOLD AwardEDITORIAL REVIEWSReviewed by Ronél Steyn for Readers’ FavoriteKevin D. Miller delivers a captivating environmental thriller in Blood of Yarumaya. Isabella Delgado is two weeks late in arriving for her assignment with Dr. Dominic Quinn in the Amazon. This was her opportunity to write her thesis on botany with firsthand rainforest experience, but now the doctor is missing. She just broke up with her boyfriend and is still dealing with a knee injury that shattered her gymnastic goals. To make things worse, the radio is broken, it’s humid, and the mosquitoes are hungry. When Dr. Quinn finally arrives at the field lab, he doesn’t resemble the forty-something man Isabella expected. Instead, he looks closer to her twenty-six years. What follows is a race to uncover the secrets of the Kawirén people's longevity and help them survive.Author Kevin D. Miller proves to be a master storyteller. Vivid descriptions immerse readers deep in the rainforest and awaken all their senses. With strong protagonists leading the story, there's no doubt about wanting to turn those pages and keep reading. The pace is swift, creating an urgency that drives the plot forward. It ticks all the right boxes for action, adventure, love, and discovery, ensuring any reader will fall in love with the Amazon and making Blood of Yarumaya perfect for fans of nature and science. The dialogue is sharp, and the detailed stages of experimentation won’t leave you confused.LITERARY TITANThe book tackles heavy themes like deforestation and corporate greed head-on. I appreciated this direct approach because it did not feel overly preachy. The science behind the longevity serum was fascinating to me. I loved the twist with the “rapid aging” weapon used against Ortega near the end. It was a satisfying bit of poetic justice.I enjoyed this thrilling adventure. It carries a real emotional punch that stuck with me. I would recommend this book to readers who enjoy fast-paced eco-thrillers. Fans of adventure stories with a strong romantic subplot will also like it. It is a perfect read for anyone who has ever dreamed of escaping civilization to find something deeper in the wild.

He’s the deputy who never breaks the rules. She’s the woman he’s never stopped wanting. When trouble strikes close to home, lines will blur between duty and desire.Deputy Shane O’Brien has been in love with Amy Caufield since the day she opened her coffee shop. She doesn’t know she’s been the center of his mornings—and the quiet ache he harbors inside. But Amy belongs to someone else, and Shane’s code of honor has always kept him on the sidelines.Amy’s business is thriving, but her personal life is another story. The man she’s with isn’t the partner she needs, and guilt has kept her from walking away. Until now. Shane is the steady friend who brightens her mornings, the one man she can count on. When trouble strikes her café, he’s the protector she turns to as her sense of safety begins unraveling.But when the signs don’t add up, Shane can’t ignore the possibility that Amy herself is hiding something. Torn between protecting her and suspecting her, he’s forced to weigh doubt against the pull of his heart. Staying close makes it harder to hide his yearning—and harder still to resist what he’s always wanted.But in a town where danger lurks behind familiar faces, trusting their hearts may be the biggest risk of all.For fans of small-town romance with a dangerous twist, friends-to-lovers sparks, and protectors who’ll do anything for the women they love, The Harborer is a steamy romance with passion, peril, no cheating … and, of course, a guaranteed HEA.

What happens when a vigilante killer and a homicide detective fall in love?On my way to a fresh start in a brand-new city, I didn’t expect to crash—literally—into a stranger with a stare that cuts straight through me.One brief collision. One lingering look. I thought that would be the end of it.I was wrong.Hours later, I find myself face-to-face with those same teasing green eyes in a cozy bar, seeking shelter from the storm outside—and the one brewing inside me.As Copeland City’s new Chief Medical Examiner, I should know better than to fall for charm wrapped in danger.But he’s dark. Intense. Unapologetically magnetic.And I’m only a little ashamed when I sneak out of his bed Sunday morning with my dignity barely intact.Then Monday hits.A body lands on my table.The evidence points to him.Now, the man who made me forget my rules might be the one breaking them in blood.Grab the first FIVE full length Mayet Justice books by International Bestselling author, Emilia Finn, in this value packed boxset.Titles included:- Sinful Justice- Sinful Deed- Sinful Truth- Sinful Desire- Sinful Deceit

Working together to keep a deputy safe sparks an intense attraction in New York Times bestselling author Linda Castillo's classic tale of romantic suspenseAfter nine years as one of Chicago's finest, Erin McNeal has come to sleepy Logan Falls for a second chance, not to be watched over by a man as infuriatingly overprotective—and disarmingly attractive—as Nick Ryan.She's no damsel in distress, but someone wants her dead, and it's his duty to protect her. Whether she likes it or not. Before long, though, this chief of police and his newest deputy are butting heads over every detail of the investigation. And it seems the only thing they can agree on is the one thing they can't resist—each other. Originally published in 2001 as Cops and…Lovers?