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In the exotic city of Singapore, Paul Rimmer’s first meeting with Lin Tan, his counterpart in the Singapore Bureau, bodes ill for the joint mission to bring down John Chan, the head of a new drug cartel.
Assigned to lead a joint operation with Lin, Paul questions the inclusion of this tiny and attractive operative. This is his opportunity to redeem his previous failure in bringing Chan down, and he will not let his operation be hindered by a rookie. Although attraction flares between them, Paul suspects Lin may be a double agent working for Chan. But Lin’s oath of justice is fed by revenge. Her sister was murdered by John Chan and her pursuit of Chan is deadly. As Paul and Lin assemble an unusual team and zero in on the drug lord, will they succeed in the mission, or will revenge bring them down? Home from the Hill (Home to Lark Creek bk 4)
To manage his PTSD ex-soldier Graham Peyton lives in lonely isolation on the mountain above Lark Creek. The appearance of surveyor’s markers threatens his peace and this special place he calls home. When local teacher, Janice Lehman all but faints in his arms, time spent caring for her threatens his peace of mind. Janice has filled her life with teaching and community projects. She’s the driving force behind the new pioneer museum, but when her ex-husband reappears seeking a reconciliation, she’s torn between the damaged former soldier and the man she married. While the development threatens to steal Graham’s home and change the face of Lark Creek, the biggest challenge may be the most personal of all. Can Graham face down his demons? Can two lonely people accept that love can be sweet the second time around? "A lovely story of a mature age romance with a bit of cloak and dagger. It also dealt with the impact that mental issues have on life. A good read. Enjoyed it." |
Starting Over
A Mindalby Outback Romance Mindalby, a small town, a community, a home. But when the mill that supports the local cotton farmers and employs many of the town's residents closes unexpectedly, old tensions are exposed and new rifts develop. Everyone is affected and some react better than others, but one thing is certain: living on the edge of the outback means they have to survive together, or let their town die. When fashion designer Serena Quinlan arrives in Mindalby for the annual cotton festival, she is hoping to do two things: meet local leather worker Paul Carey and check out all the 50–year–old men to see if they might be her father. She doesn't expect the explosive attraction she feels towards Paul, nor the untimely and unwanted arrival of her ex–fiance. When her search for her father leads to unexpected results, Serena will be torn between the past she came searching for and the possibility of a future she never expected. Home to Lark Creek (Home to Lark Creek book 1)
Katy Leonard returns to Lark Creek to scatter Gran’s ashes in the garden of her home. Alone and jobless, she must find some way to make Rose Cottage a paying concern if she hopes to keep her inheritance. The return of Lark Creek’s favourite son, singing sensation, Travis Roberts, offers Katy hope of using his fame to win a spot on a home renovation show. But Travis is battling demons of his own. Injured in a motorbike accident and hiding out in his farmhouse, Travis fears he might never be able to play his music again. Can two people who have lost the most important things in their lives work together to overcome their losses and make a new future for themselves and the place they call home? Hard Road Home (Home to Lark Creek bk 2)
Geilis Romney is determined to expand her family’s business into a top boutique winery, but her father insists she employs Rick Peyton, the one man she cannot trust. Against her wishes, Rick moves onto the property to keep a closer eye on the vineyard. Sparks fly, but he resists the attraction of the woman who thinks the worst of him. Rick is determined to put his chequered history behind him, but as he works side by side with Geilis to bring in the harvest, can she forget his past? Turn Left for Home (Home to Lark Creek bk 3)
When young Kaden Roscoe breaks into Anna Wilkins’ cottage, he sets off a chain of events that puts her on a collision course with the new lawyer in town. Jack Donaldson takes on the case, but the last thing he expects—or wants— is to share the care of a troubled teenager with this feisty woman. When trouble comes to their door, can Jack and Anna work together to keep Kaden safe long enough to testify? |
High Stakes
Dr Marcy Westcott is in Nepal to research a drug that occurs naturally in the Himalayan landscape. When attraction flares with Jake Harris on the Everest track, Marcy is determined to be more like her free-spirited twin sister.
Jake believes the attractive doctor is the missing link that will bring down the drug cartel responsible for the death of his brother. He will do whatever it takes to get justice. Unsure who the real enemy is or whether he can trust Marcy, Jake is forced to take on the role of protector. But is Marcy his salvation, or the enemy?
Dr Marcy Westcott is in Nepal to research a drug that occurs naturally in the Himalayan landscape. When attraction flares with Jake Harris on the Everest track, Marcy is determined to be more like her free-spirited twin sister.
Jake believes the attractive doctor is the missing link that will bring down the drug cartel responsible for the death of his brother. He will do whatever it takes to get justice. Unsure who the real enemy is or whether he can trust Marcy, Jake is forced to take on the role of protector. But is Marcy his salvation, or the enemy?
The Cattleman's Promise (Hearts of the Outback book 6)
Running from her past Samantha Greenwood joins the staff at Mt Isa Hospital. But even the remote western town might not be far enough away for her to find forgiveness.
There has always been an Alistair on Esmeralda Downs, but Jeff Alistair’s injury is putting his future in jeopardy. He will lose his family’s vast grazing stud and his birthright unless he can get back in the saddle.
Can two broken people find love and healing amid the lonely hills of Esmeralda Downs?
Running from her past Samantha Greenwood joins the staff at Mt Isa Hospital. But even the remote western town might not be far enough away for her to find forgiveness.
There has always been an Alistair on Esmeralda Downs, but Jeff Alistair’s injury is putting his future in jeopardy. He will lose his family’s vast grazing stud and his birthright unless he can get back in the saddle.
Can two broken people find love and healing amid the lonely hills of Esmeralda Downs?
Wild About Harry (Hearts of the Outback book 5)
Trying to be both father and mother to his young daughter, Harry Douglas has no interest in a new relationship. If he had known that helping Briony Middleton on a lonely Outback road would put his closely guarded secret at risk, he wouldn’t have played the white knight.
Briony has no time for relationships; her focus is on avenging her grandfather’s ill-treatment at the hands of a big mining company by gathering photographic evidence of wrongdoing and stopping a proposed super mine.
But as fate and Harry’s daughter keep throwing them together, what will Briony do when she discovers Harry’s secrets?
Trying to be both father and mother to his young daughter, Harry Douglas has no interest in a new relationship. If he had known that helping Briony Middleton on a lonely Outback road would put his closely guarded secret at risk, he wouldn’t have played the white knight.
Briony has no time for relationships; her focus is on avenging her grandfather’s ill-treatment at the hands of a big mining company by gathering photographic evidence of wrongdoing and stopping a proposed super mine.
But as fate and Harry’s daughter keep throwing them together, what will Briony do when she discovers Harry’s secrets?
Winds of Change, (Hearts of the Outback book 4)
When famous actress, Willa Raynolds, comes home to the Australian outback to film a mini-series, the last person she expects to see is her first love, Jax Heathwood. Their breakup was unpleasant and he is the last person she wants on the set. Jax, an army major, is on injury leave and to his dismay has been seconded to provide technical advice on location for Willa’s series.
But when Willa is the subject of a stalker, Jax’s protective instincts kick in with a vengeance and he realises he’s never got over her.
Who wants to harm her? Can Jax keep her safe and convince her to take another chance on them?
When famous actress, Willa Raynolds, comes home to the Australian outback to film a mini-series, the last person she expects to see is her first love, Jax Heathwood. Their breakup was unpleasant and he is the last person she wants on the set. Jax, an army major, is on injury leave and to his dismay has been seconded to provide technical advice on location for Willa’s series.
But when Willa is the subject of a stalker, Jax’s protective instincts kick in with a vengeance and he realises he’s never got over her.
Who wants to harm her? Can Jax keep her safe and convince her to take another chance on them?
Long Way Home (Hearts of the Outback book 3)
The first time they met Detective Caleb Richards snapped handcuffs on Sarah Tait and she vowed never to forgive him. But when he seeks her help to find a kidnapped thoroughbred stallion she becomes his unwilling assistant.
Sarah sets out on a marathon endurance ride. As Caleb tags along, he realises that the horse whisperer has deeper secrets than he’d ever suspected.
Can he uncover Sarah’s secrets and win her trust?
The first time they met Detective Caleb Richards snapped handcuffs on Sarah Tait and she vowed never to forgive him. But when he seeks her help to find a kidnapped thoroughbred stallion she becomes his unwilling assistant.
Sarah sets out on a marathon endurance ride. As Caleb tags along, he realises that the horse whisperer has deeper secrets than he’d ever suspected.
Can he uncover Sarah’s secrets and win her trust?
Heartbreak Homestead (Hearts of the Outback book 2)
After her brother’s death, the last thing Lizzy Wilmot wants to do is to return to her family’s property but Alex Carter, his former business partner, needs her help to locate some missing files. Alex doesn't trust Lizzy and the feeling is mutual but when they find themselves back at the homestead in the midst of a bitter custody battle for Lizzy’s baby nephew, sparks begin to fly.
Who is trying to harm Lizzy?
Can they both learn that trust will overcome heartbreak?
Just One Kiss (Hearts of the Outback book 1)
Pilot Amy Alistair has been dumped by one good looking man too many, but when the new Flying Doctor, heart throb, Dan Middleton, asks her to be his fake girlfriend, she agrees. Amy is certain she can resist the attraction of this man who holds a secret.
But is Amy as strong as she thinks she is? Will the truth of Dan’s past tear their love apart?
Second Chance Love (A Bindarra Creek Romance)
When Claire Swenson inherits her great-aunt’s home and returns to Bindarra Creek as town librarian, Angus McGregor is the first person she meets. The second is his eleven-year old son.
Just because Angus wants a second chance doesn't mean that Claire will put aside her determination not to commit to a relationship.
No matter how sexy he is, or how well they work together as they fight for the community and to save Angus’ property.
Can he convince Claire that love is sweeter the second time around?
Winning the Heiress' Heart
Eva Abbott sells her inheritance in England, Bellerose Manor, to provide for the care of her nephew. She buys a pineapple plantation in Hawaii but discovers her neighbour, Luc Martineau, will do anything to take it from her.
When Eva discovers a diary which may solve their financial problems, villains follow her to Hawaii and attempt to force her to reveal the whereabouts of the heirloom emerald necklace.
Is Luc an ally or an enemy? Is he after Eva or her land?
Eva Abbott sells her inheritance in England, Bellerose Manor, to provide for the care of her nephew. She buys a pineapple plantation in Hawaii but discovers her neighbour, Luc Martineau, will do anything to take it from her.
When Eva discovers a diary which may solve their financial problems, villains follow her to Hawaii and attempt to force her to reveal the whereabouts of the heirloom emerald necklace.
Is Luc an ally or an enemy? Is he after Eva or her land?
Engaging the Enemy
He wants the old building for his past. She needs it for her future. Can it bring them together?
Excerpt:
Andrea de Villiers couldn’t have planned the accident better.
Nobody noticed a server. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres were almost finished as she edged closer to the group of Melbourne’s movers and shakers and lined up her tray of drinks with Matt Mahoney’s chest.
One second to launch.
She took a deep, steadying breath and stepped forward. His blonde companion’s arms described a giant circle in the air, collided with the edge of her tray and Mr. Mahoney, corporate developer and all round jerk, was wearing expensive champagne as an accessory to his Armani dinner jacket.
Round One to her.
He wants the old building for his past. She needs it for her future. Can it bring them together?
Excerpt:
Andrea de Villiers couldn’t have planned the accident better.
Nobody noticed a server. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres were almost finished as she edged closer to the group of Melbourne’s movers and shakers and lined up her tray of drinks with Matt Mahoney’s chest.
One second to launch.
She took a deep, steadying breath and stepped forward. His blonde companion’s arms described a giant circle in the air, collided with the edge of her tray and Mr. Mahoney, corporate developer and all round jerk, was wearing expensive champagne as an accessory to his Armani dinner jacket.
Round One to her.
One Night in Tuscany
A Christmas story set in Florence, Tuscany.
When Verity Peters’ boss, Marco Philippi, asks her to translate an urgent document before she heads off to the staff Christmas party, the last thing she expects...or wants...is to be trapped in the elevator with this distant man.
But is Marco really the cold man she thought he was? Can one night in Tuscany lead to a lifetime?
A Christmas story set in Florence, Tuscany.
When Verity Peters’ boss, Marco Philippi, asks her to translate an urgent document before she heads off to the staff Christmas party, the last thing she expects...or wants...is to be trapped in the elevator with this distant man.
But is Marco really the cold man she thought he was? Can one night in Tuscany lead to a lifetime?
Sunny with a Chance of Romance
Charli Jones needs a man. Not just any man but a surfer dude willing to help her win the challenge set by her media boss. Damian Bartholomew, former neighbour and her best friend’s older brother, fits the bill. In more ways than one.
But Damian has a secret. Will Charli risk everything to win the challenge or will she follow her heart?
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‘Second Chance Cafe’ is a collection of four tales of romance and second chances by Susanne Bellamy, Elizabeth Ellen Carter, Noelle Clark and Abbie Jackson. (Available on Smashwords) Susanne Bellamy’s The Wish List continues the author’s track record of rural romance set in Australia. In the south-east Queensland city of Toowoomba, handsome accountant Jack Schulz sweeps into Julie Aster’s life. He is the answer to her dilemma and the embodiment of her wish list. Julie wants to save the animal shelter and Jack might have the answer but is he playing for love or profit? |
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White Ginger
Amelie Mackenzie chases her artistic dreams in Hawaii after a life detour. That means no more ex-fiancé…and definitely no men to distract her. Should be easy, but how will she resist the hot and sexy marine biologist fighting a battle against a corrupt developer?
Arne Keloki is fighting a resort development which will damage the reef protecting his small Kauai town. Although being with Arne could be dangerous for Amelie, in more ways than one, some attractions cannot be ignored. Will she succumb to the smoldering attraction or will Arne lose his chance forever?