Passion might be the answer for a good girl and her firefighting bad boy.Ava Remley's picture-perfect life crumbled to pieces last year. Her ex-husband took everything—the house, her job, and even their friends. But the silver lining was their precious daughter, a constant reminder of the love they once shared. Though Ava has always played by the rules, grumpy firefighter Rafe is about to shatter her inhibitions.Rafe Falcon, a rugged firefighter with an edge, is caught off guard by Ava's vibrant optimism. She finds him swearing up a storm over The NY Times crossword puzzle, yet her sunny disposition remains unaltered. Unlike other women, she embraces his tattoos and rough exterior, leaving Rafe helpless to resist her allure.As their connection intensifies and Rafe plunges headfirst into love, the haunting sins of the past threaten to tear them apart. Will their passion be enough to withstand the trials ahead?WARNING: Prepare to ignite as this grumpy, tattooed protector falls for the sunshiny single mom with a HEA guaranteed full of drama, hot scenes, and plot twists. Perfect for readers who want their Grey's Anatomy and Chicago Fire all year round in this stand-alone MetroGen After Hours romance - written by a real-life ER doctor.

A MAN ON A MISSION...Security specialist Logan Wakefield rushes from his covert job abroad to a Chicago hospital to see his injured daughter. Seeing his ex-wife at his daughter’s side, he’s slammed by feelings he thought long buried. But he’s not about to fall into that trap again. All that matters is his little girl, Hallie. She’s in a coma…and no one knows what happened on the school playground.DANGER...Number one in attorney Dana Marlowe Wakefield’s life is her daughter. Number two is her job, and she’s definitely not telling Logan about the threats on her life, not when her hard-fought goal to become the Cook County State’s Attorney is a heartbeat away.DESIRE...When Hallie awakens with strange memory gaps, and additional threats against Dana surface, Logan and Dana agree they must protect Hallie...even if it means sharing the same house for a while. Being so close, old sparks of desire re-ignite. But nothing has changed. They’re still the same people who couldn’t make it work before. How can they protect both their little girl...and their hearts?"Linda Style has written another terrific book Her characters are vivid and real. The plot is emotionally intense and full of surprises. An exceptional story that will bring laughter and tears to your reading experience." ~~RS Review "Great story, intriguing subplot, passion and -- DANGER! -- will really get your pulse racing. Unforgettable characters, compelling story."

First Sergeant Mack McClanahan loved his wife, Charlotte, more than anything. The two of them dreamed of having a big family. After years of miscarriages and heart break, Charlotte packs her things and leaves, telling him to have the dream with someone else.He couldn't convince her that the only thing he really wanted was her… that she was all the family he needed.After retiring from the military, he moves to Upstate New York to live like a hermit. He spends his days refurbishing an old farm house, and spending time with his dog, Bo, trying to forget the woman he lost.Just when he's settled into his lonely existence, spending the holidays alone, his ex-wife shows up at his door with a knife wound in her stomach, and bad guys on her trail.Before he gets his old team together, he asks her, “Who did this to you?”Four Calling Birds is the first in the Mourningkill series. All of the books can be read as a standalone. No other books must be read before this.

Ashleigh Gray, a former rising star detective in the Sydney police force, experiences a devastating downfall that costs her everything she holds dear. Determined to escape her past and start anew, she moves to Sergis, Connecticut, where she hopes to rebuild her life without the weight of her mistakes.Police Chief Chad Townsend, anticipating a tanned, blonde-haired, blue-eyed Australian when he visits the newest resident who has applied for a gun license, is surprised to meet Ash instead. She defies his expectations with her pale complexion, long red hair, and captivating emerald green eyes.Their paths intertwine when a severe storm uncovers a car crashed into a tree, mysteriously devoid of a driver. The stolen vehicle, wiped clean of fingerprints and DNA, leaves no trace of the missing person.Frustrated by the lack of evidence, Ash offers a fresh perspective on the case, providing Chad with alternative avenues to explore. As they delve deeper into the mysterious disappearance, Ash and Chad form an unlikely alliance, determined to find the truth.In this gripping tale of redemption, resilience, and unexpected alliances, Ash and Chad navigate the treacherous waters of their personal demons while seeking justice for the missing driver. Together, they uncover a web of secrets, deceit, and hidden agendas that will challenge their abilities, test their trust, and ultimately redefine their lives.

Her instinct has always been to fix things…Berlin is no stranger to loss. After her parents died, it was just her and her younger sisters. Now that they’re all in college she’s been focusing on her new job with Redemption Harbor Security. But when one of her online VR buddies goes uncharacteristically radio silent, she gets worried and makes it her mission to find him. And quickly finds out that things are a lot more dangerous than she ever imagined.But this time she might be in too deep…Chance has been working for a deadly biker gang to find out the truth about his brother. When he’s rescued from a sticky situation by his online friend, he’s surprised that she’s a woman—and a knockout. Wanting to keep Berlin safe, he tries to keep her at arm’s length for her own good, but the stubborn hacker refuses to walk away. With her skills, the deadly crew he’s been working for recruits her for an upcoming job. Now he’s got to maintain his cover while worrying she might be discovered too. It’s a race against the clock to find his brother, stay alive and not fall for the smartass woman who’s gotten under his skin—before they all die.

I thought the trail had gone cold. My baby sister vanished without a trace, and I’ve been chasing shadows ever since. But a call from the morgue drags me into a case I can’t walk away from… and into the path of a woman I’ve never been able to forget.Maggie Marx.She was my rival in the streets and my weakness in secret. The wrong girl from the wrong side. Off limits. Untouchable. And exactly what I wanted.She’s still got the grit, the bite, and the curves that make a man forget why he should keep his distance. But this time, I can’t afford distractions. Not when my sister’s life is hanging in the balance.Maggie’s a crime reporter with a nose for danger and a grudge aimed squarely at the jerk who left her for dead. And that jerk might be tied to my sister.Now we’re in deep, teaming up, digging through secrets neither of us are ready to face and playing with fire every time we touch. The closer we get to the truth, the higher the stakes and the harder it is to tell where the lies end and the feelings begin.Yet, she’s the one fight I can’t afford to lose.Hart of Darkness is an enemies to lovers, gritty romantic suspense featuring a feisty heroine and a bad boy hero. Dillon and Maggie’s story is filled with action, intrigue, steamy times, and a happily ever after.