Table of Contents
Title Page
Copyright
Contents
EMBRACE THE NIGHT
Embrace the Night: Title Page
Embrace The Night: Chapter One
Embrace The Night: Chapter Two
Embrace The Night: Chapter Three
Embrace The Night: Chapter Four
Embrace The Night: Chapter Five
Embrace The Night: Chapter Six
Embrace The Night: Chapter Seven
Embrace The Night: Chapter Eight
Embrace The Night: Chapter Nine
Embrace The Night: Chapter Ten
About the Author: Caridad Pineiro
NASHVILLE SEAL
Nashville SEAL: Title Page
Nashville Seal: Chapter One
Nashville Seal: Chapter Two
Nashville Seal: Chapter Three
Nashville Seal: Chapter Four
Nashville Seal: Chapter Five
Nashville Seal: Chapter Six
Nashville Seal: Chapter Seven
Nashville Seal: Chapter Eight
Nashville Seal: Chapter Nine
Nashville Seal: Chapter Ten
Nashville Seal: Chapter Eleven
Nashville Seal: Chapter Twelve
Nashville Seal: Chapter Thirteen
Nashville Seal: Chapter Fourteen
Nashville Seal: Chapter Fifteen
Nashville Seal: Chapter Sixteen
Nashville Seal: Chapter Seventeen
Nashville Seal: Chapter Eighteen
Nashville Seal: Chapter Nineteen
About the Author: Sharon Hamilton
BIG BAD WOLF
Big Bad Wolf: Title Page
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter One
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Two
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Three
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Four
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Five
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Six
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Seven
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Eight
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Nine
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Ten
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Eleven
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Twelve
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Thirteen
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Fourteen
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Fifteen
Big Bad Wolf: Chapter Sixteen
About the Author: Gennita Low
IMPOSTER
Imposter: Title Page
Imposter: Chapter One
Imposter: Chapter Two
Imposter: Chapter Three
Imposter: Chapter Four
Imposter: Chapter Five
Imposter: Chapter Six
Imposter: Chapter Seven
Imposter: Chapter Eight
Imposter: Chapter Nine
Imposter: Chapter Ten
Imposter: Chapter Eleven
Imposter: Chapter Twelve
Imposter: Chapter Thirteen
Imposter: Chapter Fourteen
Imposter: Chapter Fifteen
About the Author: Karen Fenech
THERE'S A NEW WITCH IN TOWN
There's a New Witch in Town: Title Page
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter One
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Two
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Three
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Four
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Five
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Six
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Seven
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Eight
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Nine
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Ten
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Eleven
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Twelve
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Thirteen
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Fourteen
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Fifteen
There’s a New Witch in Town: Chapter Sixteen
About the Author: Tawny Weber
QUEEN OF HEARTS
Queen of Hearts: Title Page
Queen of Hearts: Chapter One
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Two
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Three
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Four
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Five
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Six
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Seven
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Eight
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Nine
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Ten
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Eleven
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Twelve
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Thirteen
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Fourteen
Queen of Hearts: Chapter Fifteen
About the Author: Lisa Hughey
IN TOO DEEP
In Too Deep: Title Page
In Too Deep: Chapter One
In Too Deep: Chapter Two
In Too Deep: Chapter Three
In Too Deep: Chapter Four
In Too Deep: Chapter Five
In Too Deep: Chapter Six
In Too Deep: Chapter Seven
In Too Deep: Chapter Eight
In Too Deep: Chapter Nine
In Too Deep: Chapter Ten
In Too Deep: Chapter Eleven
About the Author: Amber Carew
BLACKOUT
Blackout: Title Page
Blackout: Chapter One
Blackout: Chapter Two
Blackout: Chapter Three
Blackout: Chapter Four
Blackout: Chapter Five
Blackout: Chapter Six
Blackout: Chapter Seven
Blackout: Chapter Eight
Blackout: Chapter Nine
Blackout: Chapter Ten
Blackout: Chapter Eleven
Blackout: Chapter Twelve
Blackout: Chapter Thirteen
Blackout: Chapter Fourteen
Blackout: Chapter Epilogue
About the Author: Denise A. Agnew
HOLDING OUT FOR A HERO
SEALs, Soldiers, Spies, Cops, FBI Agents and Rangers
New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Authors
Caridad Pineiro
Sharon Hamilton
Gennita Low
Karen Fenech
Tawny Weber
Lisa Hughey
Amber Carew
Denise A. Agnew
Holding Out For A Hero
Copyright © 2015 by Dangerous Dozen Romance Writers, LLC
All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any electronic or mechanical means, including information storage and retrieval systems, without permission in writing from the author, except by a reviewer, who may quote brief passages in a review.
All texts contained within this document are a work of fiction. Any resemblance to actual events, locales or persons (living or dead), is entirely coincidental.
HOLDING OUT FOR A HERO boxed set cover design © 2015 by Kim Killion
EMBRACE THE NIGHT by Caridad Pineiro
Copyright © 2015 Caridad Pineiro Scordato
NASHVILLE SEAL by Sharon Hamilton
Copyright © 2015 Sharon Hamilton
BIG BAD WOLF by Gennita Low
Copyright © 1999 Gennita Low
IMPOSTER: The Protectors Series – Book One by Karen Fenech
Copyright © 2011 Karen Fenech
THERE’S A NEW WITCH IN TOWN by Tawny Weber
Copyright © 2014 Tawny Weber
QUEEN OF HEARTS by Lisa Hughey
Copyright © 2014 Lisa Hughey
Copyright © 2014 Opal Carew
BLACKOUT by Denise A. Agnew
Copyright © 2013 Denise A. Agnew
Contents
EMBRACE THE NIGHT by Caridad Pineiro, New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author
For the first time in nearly two years he felt normal again . . .
Army brat Zack Taylor had spent his early life going from one place to the next, losing his home and friends with every move until he decided it was just easier to be alone. Despite that, Zack has no hesitation in following in his father’s footsteps and going the ROTC route for college. He has no hesitation in going back for his wounded team members after they are attacked during a mission. His dedication to his men nearly cost him his life when a nearby explosion wounds him and shears off part of his leg. For the last two years, Zack has been rebuilding his life and finding out that being a loner is no fun. Especially not when he’s caught the eye of sexy Samantha Whittaker whose gaze is filled with passion, laughter, and the shadows of pain.
She is fighting hard to ignore the obvious invitation in his determined gaze . . .
Lieutenant Commander Samantha Whittaker is just not interested in getting involved. At least not until she can deal with the wounds left behind by her stint as a prisoner of war. Physically and mentally abused, it has taken her years to find some stability and independence in her life. Giving in to the much younger and enticing Army vet will challenge that hard won freedom. But Zack’s persistence and caring are wearing her down until she considers that maybe it’s time to embrace all that he can offer, even if it’s only for one night of passion.
About the Author: Caridad Pineiro
NASHVILLE SEAL by Sharon Hamilton, New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author
Nashville up-and-coming star Jameson Daniels has all the women and fame he can handle, covering up a secret past. A chance encounter with members of SEAL Team 3 changes the trajectory of his life, and his willingness to confront his past.
Lizzie Reeder has a secret she’s hidden from the one man in the world who should know. Would telling him be an act of love, or an act of desperation?
About the Author: Sharon Hamilton
BIG BAD WOLF by Gennita Low, New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author
Out of the Darkness
Killian Nicholas Langley has spent most of his life as a member of a covert team, living in the shadows, working among people who accept danger as part of their lives. When an explosion nearly took his life, he thought he’d do well in construction, hiding among the transients, keeping a low profile. However, he hadn’t expected a boss quite like Jaymee Barrows.
Into the Sunlight
Jaymee Barrows knew the tall, dark stranger with clean hands and smart mouth looking for a job wasn’t a roofer. He was going to be trouble…just like the big bad wolf. Best to stay far, far away from him. But the more he got to know Jaymee, the more Killian was intrigued by his new boss. She had secrets he wanted to know about. Her light tempted the darkness in his life. And after tasting her, he wanted more…
About the Author: Gennita Low
IMPOSTER: The Protectors Series – Book One by Karen Fenech, USA Today Bestselling Author
THE PROTECTORS: Though they work independently and at times are oceans apart, their ties to each other remain strong. They’re related by blood or bond – this group of men and women in law enforcement, government intelligence, and the military who do what others cannot to serve, defend, and protect.
IMPOSTER: The Protectors Series - Book One
Chemist Dr. Eve Collins, wrongly accused by the CIA of developing and marketing a chemical weapon, learns she has been set up as a scapegoat by someone seeking to hide his own guilt. That “someone” wants her dead. Her life depends on making no mistakes–-like trusting the Central Intelligence agent assigned to her case, a man she’s falling in love with.
CIA Operative John Burke doesn't believe her claim of innocence. When an attempt is made on her life, he believes her accomplice has turned on her. But something doesn't add up about Eve and her role in this crime she's accused of. Burke has too many questions, including--has his judgment been compromised by his fierce attraction to her?
It’s a question Burke asks himself again and again but when he learns Eve’s would-be assassin is close, he goes on the run with her. It's a temporary solution--running will not keep her safe. Burke must find the assassin--or die trying.
About the Author: Karen Fenech
THERE’S A NEW WITCH IN TOWN by Tawny Weber, New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author
Her magic, his town, their love... is it enough? Or will a witch just regaining her powers have to choose between saving a cursed town, or giving up everything she’s come to care about?
Legend tells that many years ago, deep in the Idaho mountains, Hiram Ross saved a beautiful woman from a mountain slide and earned her everlasting gratitude. The woman, per the legend, was a witch who blessed the town with peace and prosperity as long as they welcomed faith, magic and love. With this once prosperous town now on its last legs, can a new witch be their salvation?
A wayward witch…
Born to a long line of witches, Miki Lansing renounced her magic to marry a mortal. When he dumps her, her powers return along with a karmic curse. Retreating to a rundown property in Idaho, all Miki wants is to reverse the curse, get her unstable powers under control, and figure out her life. Too bad the townspeople hate her. And too bad her sexy handyman is another troublesome mortal.
A mistrustful mortal…
Gideon Ross knows far too much about magic. His ex-wife was a witch. The real, magic-making, up-to-no-good kind. Now she’s determined to take over his beloved town. And his enchanting new client’s kisses are far too distracting. Then he discovers he’s falling for another witch. Gideon can’t subject the town to the capriciousness of another woman with that much power.
A town in need of magic…
Then Gideon’s ex-wife issues an ultimatum: unless Miki and Gideon are out of town by the full moon, she’ll destroy the town and claim it for her cult. Gideon’s had it with witchy women, and Miki already lost everything once before to a mortal. But if they’re to save the town, they’ll need a little faith, a lot of love, and a very special kind of magic.
About the Author: Tawny Weber
QUEEN OF HEARTS by Lisa Hughey, USA Today Bestselling Author
Queen of Hearts...the next installment in the Family Stone Romantic Suspense series featuring Shelley Stone (Jess's mom and Connor, Riley and Jack's stepmom) is a second chance at love romance. This 40,000 word novel features former Navy, Enrique "Bulletproof" Santana, and Shelley Stone and is set in Las Vegas.
Ric Santana is in Las Vegas for his friend’s wedding and some much needed R & R. But the vacation turns awkward when he discovers his smoking hot one night stand is actually his pal’s stepmother. When Shelley’s life is threatened, Ric doesn’t hesitate to step into the role of bodyguard and protector. But as Ric grows closer to Shelley, he can’t help but wonder, can he save her life or will they be too late for love?
About the Author: Lisa Hughey
IN TOO DEEP by Amber Carew, New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author
Angel is experienced in a lot of things but love isn't one of them.
Angel has been deep undercover in the mob for too many years. Love is the last thing on her mind. Until Frank walks into her life once again. She almost fell in love with him four years ago, but had to betray him to the mob to protect her cover. He barely got away with his life, and now he hates her.
Too bad they've been partnered to work together. As man and wife.
About the Author: Amber Carew
BLACKOUT by Denise A. Agnew
Brooding ex-marine Neal Griffin's mysterious past is in the shadows. Yet when the world goes to hell, he realizes he’d do anything to protect Cassie, even if it means exposing the very things that could make her hate him.
The house at the end of the street has always been haunted. When a solar flare challenges the world to remain civilized, one man and one woman will face an evil lying in wait for all who dare enter…
Cassie Kovac has spent the last ten years rebuilding her life. She’s vacationing in the high mountain town of Bowmount, Colorado when a solar flare takes out the grid. Fear tears apart the little community, and the only thing standing between her and certain disaster is a man with a cloudy past.
Ex-marine Neal “Griff” Griffin’s life is shadowed in darkness. He won’t talk about his mysterious past. His childhood was marred by the unspeakable, his life spent erasing things too horrible to dare remember. Until he sees Cassie, and primal male instincts to protect come to life. When the world goes to hell, he realizes he’d do anything to protect her.
When Cassie and Griff face the haunted house, they don’t expect the building to come alive with a personality all its own. Fighting against the unknown threatens to rip apart the fabric of their minds, and make their survival and new love one step closer to impossible.
About the Author: Denise A. Agnew
EMBRACE THE NIGHT
by Caridad Pineiro