Книги автора: Rita Herron

Sheriff Miles Monahue had fallen hard for Caitlin Collier, meeting and marrying her in less than a month.So when she disappeared and Miles was accused of foul play, his world shattered. Then, just when he thought he'd never learn the truth, her body was discovered. Before Miles could grieve, Caitlin's look-alike stumbled back into his life, with no memory.True, his wedding had been uncharacteristically impulsive, but the feelings «Caitlin» stirred made him determined to protect her from the danger that had followed her home…till death did they part.

A Native American tracker makes it his mission to bring a missing child home, just in time for Christmas[unknown-8230] After two years, Sage Freeport had all but given up hope of seeing her little boy again[unknown-8230]until she met Dugan Graystone. They shared a disdain for local law enforcement, the same folks who’d hindered Sage’s efforts to find her son. As an expert tracker, the broad-shouldered Native American was sure he could find the child – even if he had to leave Texas to do it. Spending time with Sage, watching as she broke down every time a lead didn’t pan out, Dugan worked harder than he ever had before. Now, with Christmas just days away, Dugan knew Sage trusted him to give her the greatest gift of all: bringing Benji home.[unknown-8230]

Groomed by a covert group of elite killers, Damon left the secret society to join the FBI after a mission went brutally wrong and an innocent woman died.When his brother is arrested for murder, Damon investigates and finds a «Jane Doe» who holds the key to the case, along with a darker terror– one that threatens to expose Damon's deadly secrets and destroy them all. Despite the danger, he's drawn to the nameless beauty, igniting a passion that burns hot between them.But with a madman out to silence her forever, Damon knows he must deny their love. And to stop the man responsible, he must return to the one place he has desperately tried to leave behind– the dark shadows of a killer's mind…

People in town believe Tawny-Lynn Boulder is the only reason the Camden Cross case went unsolved. She survived the bus accident which left several dead and two missing, but the severe trauma left her with amnesia.So when she returns to her family’s ranch after seven years, Sheriff Chaz Camden presses her to help locate the girls who were never found.Including his own sister.But someone in town keeps threatening to kill Tawny-Lynn to keep the case closed. Now she must trust the sexy sheriff she once loved for protection and that he'll show this murderer that in Camden, accidents don’t happen… justice does.

Experience the thrill of life on the edge and set your adrenalin pumping! These gripping stories see heroic characters fight for survival and find love in the face of danger.The cost of justice… Rugged Texas Ranger Cole McKinney, abandoned by his father, hated the thought of helping his half-brothers. They’d called him back to their home town to help solve two murder cases – with their father as the prime suspect. Solving these crimes could help mend the wounds of Cole’s past. Maybe even clear his so-called father’s name… Gorgeous and razor-sharp, Joey Hendricks was the governor’s special investigator. Working the cases with Cole caused her emotions to burn so hot, a fiery night in bed might be her only release.But Joey’s own family secrets in Justice could blow her one chance for love – and these murders – sky high.

After rescuing Sonya Silverstein and her four-year-old daughter from a vicious attack, Brack Falcon had every intention of retreating into the Colorado mountains.But with a blizzard raging, a scared Sonya was desperate to safeguard her child. Now Brack's protective instincts – and his attraction to the single mother – had him ready to battle the forces obsessed with Sonya's vulnerability.Never before had Brack questioned his instincts…but never before had he had so much to lose….

Rancher Carter Flagstone refuses to take the fall for a crime he didn't commit. Branded a murderer five years ago, he's dead-set on getting freedom–and revenge.But after locating the woman who helped frame him, Carter is shocked to find Sadie Whitefeather scared, alone and hiding out in a remote Texas town. And what he discovers about the unforgettable night they spent in each other's arms makes Carter even more eager to learn the truth. On the run, with no one to turn to but each other, Carter finds forgiving Sadie isn't so hard after all. And clearing his name is more important than he ever imagined.…

A MAN WITHOUT A FAMILY IS NO MAN AT ALLAs soon as he was old enough, Ray McCullen left Horseshoe Creek and never looked back. It took his father’s funeral to return, though his anger hadn’t quite subsided. That’s where he met Scarlet Lovett, who seemed to know more about his family’s secrets than he did. Secrets ready to explode.Suddenly, Ray was at the center of a dangerous inheritance battle, with Scarlet caught in the middle. She’d only known kindness from the McCullens, but had enough pluck to stand her ground. And if Ray was to truly belong back home, he sure had to live up to the family name.

“I have your son” The Boston blackout turns terrifying for Ethan and Rebecca Matalon when their son is kidnapped. Rebecca won’t think about their intended divorce while her little boy, who’s afraid of the dark, is in the power of a vengeful madman.Ethan rescues people all over the world on his secret missions, but can he save their son? His arms give strength and comfort to Rebecca – the woman he’s never stopped loving – but they have no chance of a future if they lose Jesse. And time is running out, as darkness descends… Lights Out Dark city, passionate nights

Escaping a nightmarish past, Hailey Hitchcock fled to a remote Victorian homestead…and fell into the arms of an avenging stranger.Old ghosts echoed through Tin City's «hatchet house,» reviving memories of the bloodbath that had taken place within its dilapidated walls. But was it Hailey's unsettling recollections – or Rex Falcon's formidable presence – that sent chills up her spine? When chaos abounded on the blustery cliffside, the primitive falcon trainer swooped to Hailey's rescue.Yet Rex's dark, piercing eyes and tightly coiled strength posed an even greater danger. As escalating threats aroused their forbidden desires, it became clear the house held all the secret answers. Secrets that someone would kill to keep hidden…

He’s her best chance to save her childAfter her baby girl is kidnapped, Dr Mila Manchester turns to Brayden Hawk for help. The sexy lawyer is determined to save Mila’s daughter, but could the explosive secret Mila’s keeping destroy the growing bond between him and the single mum?

In one tragic moment, Claire Kos had lost everything – her sight, her unborn child, the love of her life – but she survived.However, when a serial killer started calling the beautiful radio psychologist, bragging about his «conquests,» Claire had to turn to the one man she never thought she'd meet again. Mark Steele had been her whole world. Now he was simply an FBI agent working on the Midnight Murderer case.She couldn't allow personal feelings to interfere, but how could she stop remembering his roguish smile, his passionate touch? When the killer targeted Claire as his next victim, could Mark truly protect her when he had the power to hurt her most of all?

He'd come to Wyoming on business, but the moment Prince Stefan Lutece met the beautiful forensics expert, all he could think about was pleasure. Unfortunately, Jane Cameron had a job to do–one that involved missing evidence and possibly murder–and she wasn't falling for Stefan's royal charms.But everything changed when Jane became the target of her own investigation and Stefan, with his military training and commanding presence, her self-imposed guardian. Protecting her 24/7 guaranteed Jane's survival…and stirred up the attraction practically burning between them. Stefan guaranteed he'd keep Jane out of the line of fire–but not out of his big, lonely bed.

Investigator Derrick McKinney's quiet bachelor life was shattered when the son he just learned existed was abducted right out from under the watchful eye of his beautiful guardian.And although she was left unconscious and heartbroken, someone feared Brianna Honeycutt saw more than she claimed, placing her life in danger. Working together, Derrick now had to push aside the long-buried attraction he'd always felt for Brianna.More determined than ever to end this nightmare and put a smile back on Brianna's face, Derrick vowed he'd stop at nothing to bring his baby home in time for Christmas….

A loner seeks redemption…a single mother seeks the truth Defense attorney BJ Alexander is crafty, brilliant, and deeply scarred by the loss of her husband and child. Hired by the McCullen family, who believe Cash Koker to be their lost brother, BJ commits to the case—and vows not to become entangled with her devastatingly handsome client. Unfortunately, Cash is no stranger to hardship, and their mutual attraction is overwhelming. But nothing can prepare him when charges are mistakenly brought against him. Cash insists he's being framed, and it's up to BJ to find the truth. Because not only is Cash's life at stake, but so is that of a missing little boy…

She’s sworn to protect her students—he’s sworn to protect herCharlotte Reacher is the only witness to a human-trafficking abduction and FBI agent Lucas Hawk will have his work cut out for him keeping her safe. But is it more than just work…

There's an intruder in my cabin!The moment he heard Kim Long's terrified voice on the phone, Brandon Woodstock knew he had to help her and her little girl. Once, he'd promised to love and protect Kim forever. Now, in spite of the secrets that had come between them, the Texas rancher intended to keep that promise. But rescuing Kim riled all the wrong people–and rekindled the attraction he'd thought ended with their broken relationship. Honoring his role as Kim's fiercest protector, he whisked her and her daughter to safety without considering the consequences. With a target on Kim's back and old wounds reopened, Brandon thought there'd be no more surprises. He'd never been more wrong.

A little boy hired a brooding detective to bring his mother home…and then the child disappearedDetective Colt Mason's latest «client» was impossible to resist. Not only was he just five years old, his teary-eyed pleas to prove his mother was innocent of murder pulled at Colt's hard to reach heartstrings. But before he could investigate, the child disappeared without a trace. Now, with Serena Stover desperate to find her son and clear her name, Colt took one look at the beautiful widow and knew this little family would change his life forever. As the search intensified, Colt unearthed a far-reaching–and deadly–conspiracy, making him more determined than ever to solve this case and keep his promise that Serena's smile would return when she was reunited with her little boy.