An unexpected inheritance. A hidden family history.A love that transforms the lives of two best friends forever.After a mutual journey of self-discovery, will their relationship turn deliciously WICKED?BEAUAs a wealthy vineyard owner, I thought I had it all figured out. But when Sam called for help with a mysterious inheritance, everything changed. Her determination to uncover the truth about her family captivated me from the start. As we delve deeper into the secrets of the Lilacs, I find myself falling for her—hard. But our journey is far from over, and the dangers we face are unlike anything I expected. With Sam’s life threatened and a family legacy to protect, I have to stay focused. Little did I know, our greatest challenge would come from confronting our own fears and insecurities, testing not only our skills as vintners but also the strength of our growing love.SAMI came to New York to solve the mystery of an inheritance I never expected. What I didn’t anticipate was finding a partner in Beau—someone who saw beyond my humble beginnings and recognized my true potential. As we unravel the dark secrets of my family’s past, I am forced to confront truths I never knew existed. With each revelation, the stakes grow higher, and our enemies more dangerous. But Beau stands by my side, his unwavering support giving me strength I never knew I had. Together, we face impossible odds, risking everything to claim my rightful legacy. In the midst of uncovering my roots, I discover not just my purpose, but also a love I never thought possible.While all books in the Wicked Winemakers Second Label series are standalones with their own HEAs, they may be more enjoyable read in order.

Passion flares when a Payne Protection rookie risks it all to protect the mother of his child. Red-hot thrills from the USA Today–bestselling author.Threats are nothing new for FBI special agent Nicholas Rus. But when a night of passion with girl-next-door Annalise Huxton puts her in the crosshairs, Nick knows he has to do something drastic. He’d do anything to protect her—and her surprise baby bump . . .Annalise has always had feelings for Nick, but that doesn’t mean she trusts him. Sure, he quit his job to become her personal bodyguard, but he went MIA after their heated night together. As their pursuers circle ever closer, Annalise lowers her guard, allowing their mutual desire to resurface. Nick has proven his intent to keep her and the baby safe, but can a reckless indiscretion lead to a lifetime of happiness?Praise for the novels of Lisa Childs“Atmospheric, emotional, and well-told.” —Lori Wilde, New York Times–bestselling author“Grabs you from page one . . . Lisa Childs paints an eerie, haunting suspense that will keep you riveted until the very last page!” —Rita Herron, USA Today–bestselling author“Childs knows how to keep readers riveted.” —RT Book Reviews

Private security has never been so risky—or so tempting.Ex-military security specialist Conlan James avoids commitment like the plague. His job, his Harley, and an occasional one-night stand are all he needs—or so he tells himself. But after he rescues Jess from a tense situation, he can’t get the shy, sexy brunette out of his mind. He can teach her self-defense, but can he shield his own scarred heart?Southern belle Jess Kingston spent eight weeks healing from an ex-boyfriend’s brutal attack. Now she’s ready to put her life back together. Her ex, Brit, has other ideas. She needs someone who can teach her how to fight back—someone like the tough former soldier who rides to her rescue.As the deadly game of cat-and-mouse intensifies, the heat between Con and Jess becomes an inferno. He’ll do anything to keep her safe. She’ll do anything to survive. Her vengeful ex is determined to destroy them both, and all it would take is one wrong move.“Frightening suspense and a beautiful love story.” – Tea and BookSouthern Nights -Teach Me (Book 1)Trust Me (Book 2)Take Me (A Southern Nights Standalone)Southern Nights: Enigma -Come For Me (Book 1)Deceive Me (Book 2)Destroy Me (Book 3)Deny Me (Book 4)Desire Me (Book 5 - Coming Soon!)

A gruff Navy SEAL commander doesn’t expect a gorgeous writer to bring him to his knees…Navy SEAL Commander Slate “Striker” Hutchinson never expects a beautiful blonde to crash his weekend in a remote cabin. He can’t send her off alone in a snowstorm, so he lets her stay the night—and ignores a temptation he hasn’t felt in years. Her feminine curves and innocence aren’t what a man like him needs—not when he’s dedicated his life to the Navy.Novelist Ashleigh Moore is looking forward to a peaceful weekend retreat. The gruff and commanding man who emerges from the woods after a hike isn’t supposed to be at the cabin—or send her heart racing with his piercing green eyes and tall, muscular frame. She can ignore the sparks of electricity between them, but when she’s injured, Slate proves gentler than she imagined.When a domestic terrorist group tracks Slate to Washington, he realizes Ashleigh’s life is in danger as well. He’ll protect her while she’s under his care, but will he be able to let her go when their time together is over?SEAL’s Command, a standalone novel, is book seven in the addictive Alpha SEALs Coronado series.

Juliette Scaglione doesn't think her world can get any worse. Recently dumped by her longtime boyfriend while on a vacation she paid for, she returned home only to find the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) on her heels. DEA Agent Matt Gonzalez is sent on a task to uncover a mule at the airport, one he discovers is a feisty and beautiful woman whom he can't take his eyes off of. Problem is, things get out of control for both fairly quickly as they are kidnapped by the cartel and taken to a prison in Mexico. The two have to learn how to rely on one another to escape the clutches of this violent operation. Through their journey across a country far from home, both of them recognize fighting their attraction may not be the only challenge they have to face.

A man on a mission. A woman on the wrong side of enemy lines.Love is not on the agenda.The Marines trained me to be awarrior.Seven deployments taught me howto search and destroy.Now I own the country's mostsought after private security firm.Every one of my employees is militarytrained. All of our assignments highrisk.The Security Operations Group Bravo doeswhat the government can't–we hunt.And that's exactly what I was doingwhen the breathtaking blonde got inmy crosshairs.Fear all over her face.A woman I couldn't look away from.Now I have to make a choice.Complete my mission or save the woman.