The Coach's Boys Series by Kristy K. James

When Jess Bentley's husband is murdered on the night they return home from their honeymoon, she can't seem to find the will to go on. Frank was everything she'd ever dreamed of and, after spending most of her life in foster homes, all she wants to do is give up....until she discovers she's pregnant with his child. Feeling as though he bears part of the blame, Dan Mulholland made it his mission to help the widow of the man his brother murdered... moreWhen Jess Bentley's husband is murdered on the night they return home from their honeymoon, she can't seem to find the will to go on. Frank was everything she'd ever dreamed of and, after spending most of her life in foster homes, all she wants to do is give up....until she discovers she's pregnant with his child. Feeling as though he bears part of the blame, Dan Mulholland made it his mission to help the widow of the man his brother murdered. Little did he know when he knocked on her door, that he would soon find himself married to her...in order to protect her unborn child from a vengeful father-in-law. less

Single mom, Holly McGinty, has no life. No personal life, that is. After her husband left her pregnant, with a four-year old son, there was never much time for her. Between raising two boys and saving her restaurant from bankruptcy, she’s been too busy taking care of everyone and everything to give much thought to her own needs. In fact, the highlight of her week is swooning over her oldest son’s sexy scout leader... moreSingle mom, Holly McGinty, has no life. No personal life, that is. After her husband left her pregnant, with a four-year old son, there was never much time for her. Between raising two boys and saving her restaurant from bankruptcy, she’s been too busy taking care of everyone and everything to give much thought to her own needs. In fact, the highlight of her week is swooning over her oldest son’s sexy scout leader. Sam Jensen never believed in love at first sight…until the first time he saw Holly. But even though he gets along great with kids, and is successful as both an architect and investor, figuring out relationships with women has never come easy to him. Now it seems as though his luck has changed. As long as one little tiny secret remains a secret. less

When Harry Saunders, the new employee for C & J Construction, turned out to be a woman, the only thing Chris Parker wanted was to fire her. In his opinion, there was no place for females in this business. But labor laws meant that she stayed, making him nothing but miserable. Until he discovers a secret she's been keeping from everyone. A secret that brings out every protective instinct he possesses.

In the fourth installment of the Coach's Boys series, Detective Ed Winslow's stalker steps up the game – and everyone is a target now. Her secret could change lives forever… When Hannah Fletcher discovered that her whole life was a lie, she ran as far and as fast as she could – to a place she'd long forgotten about... moreIn the fourth installment of the Coach's Boys series, Detective Ed Winslow's stalker steps up the game – and everyone is a target now. Her secret could change lives forever… When Hannah Fletcher discovered that her whole life was a lie, she ran as far and as fast as she could – to a place she'd long forgotten about. And now that she's found a way to get close to the right people, can she keep her real identity a secret as she works to accomplish one very important goal? He's spent his entire life on the outside looking in… Jon Rambo lived by three simple rules, work hard, don't get involved in other people's problems, and never get too close to anyone. His job, and a small circle of friends, had always been more than enough for him. But when a woman he believes is up to no good needs help, he steps in to offer his assistance, even though it means deceiving everyone he cares about. less

***This book is the fifth in the Coach's Boys series. Because of the mystery involving a secondary character, the books should be read in order.*** When she promised 'until death do us part,' she meant it… When Darby O'Hara believed in something, she believed in it forever, and her marriage rated at the top of that list. But she hadn't counted on a husband who devoted most of his life to his business... more***This book is the fifth in the Coach's Boys series. Because of the mystery involving a secondary character, the books should be read in order.*** When she promised 'until death do us part,' she meant it… When Darby O'Hara believed in something, she believed in it forever, and her marriage rated at the top of that list. But she hadn't counted on a husband who devoted most of his life to his business. As the years passed, and he spent more and more hours away from home, her dreams of becoming a mother seemed to be just that – a dream. One that would never be fulfilled. Being patient hadn't worked. Talking hadn't either, and one day she decided she'd had enough. It was time to make a new life for herself. Maybe with the handsome and attentive Dylan. Achieving success had always been important to him… No one had ever loved their wife more than Cal O'Hara loved his, but he'd never figured out how to balance his personal life and his business. And then came the day she announced her intention to divorce him. In that moment he knew he'd do anything to win her back. When a holiday reprieve comes his way, he knows he's got one chance to make some serious changes. He's willing to give everything he has to win Darby back. The question is … will everything be enough to make her want to stay less

A Coach's Boys Special Edition! *****This novelette is for fans of the Coach's Boys series, and the idea is taken from a scene in the companion story, Holding Out For Love. If you haven't read Holding Out For Love, Darby's Dilemma will contain a major spoiler.***** With Cal and Darby O'Hara's marriage stronger than it's ever been, they only need one more thing to make their family complete... moreA Coach's Boys Special Edition! *****This novelette is for fans of the Coach's Boys series, and the idea is taken from a scene in the companion story, Holding Out For Love. If you haven't read Holding Out For Love, Darby's Dilemma will contain a major spoiler.***** With Cal and Darby O'Hara's marriage stronger than it's ever been, they only need one more thing to make their family complete. But will Darby get the one thing she's always dreamed of - or something she never bargained for? And if the unimaginable happens, will she lose Cal after all? less

Book 7 in the popular series, The Coach's Boys Sometimes, life can be a little rough… And no one knows more about that than Detective Ed Winslow. But just because the mystery of his stalker has been solved doesn’t mean everything is all sunshine and rainbows now... moreBook 7 in the popular series, The Coach's Boys Sometimes, life can be a little rough… And no one knows more about that than Detective Ed Winslow. But just because the mystery of his stalker has been solved doesn’t mean everything is all sunshine and rainbows now. The question is, will things ever settle down enough so he can make more permanent arrangements with the love of his life? Or will there always be something else to stand in their way? How long, exactly, is a girl supposed to wait… Jenna Taggert is nothing if not patient. In nearly three years, she’d never once considered walking away, not even after being kidnapped by the person whose only goal in life was to kill the man of her dreams. By his side is the only place she wants to be. Still, she can’t help but hope that, one day, they might make a life together. Warning: While this is a sweet romance, it does deal with the mental health issues of a woman who was the victim of childhood sexual abuse. less