Moss Bayou Series by GiGi Duvall

He's only sure of one thing...he wants her...has to have her. But what about his brother? A surprise letter from his years-absent brother quickly throws Brody Jensen into the role of protector. Easy-going Brody suddenly finds his world turned upside down thanks to her. Immediately and overwhelmingly drawn to the beautiful woman his brother wants safe, Brody faces a forbidden temptation... moreHe's only sure of one thing...he wants her...has to have her. But what about his brother? A surprise letter from his years-absent brother quickly throws Brody Jensen into the role of protector. Easy-going Brody suddenly finds his world turned upside down thanks to her. Immediately and overwhelmingly drawn to the beautiful woman his brother wants safe, Brody faces a forbidden temptation. As the middle child, he is used to playing peacekeeper, but to protect Hope from the man who wants her dead may lead him into a battle that he can't smooth over...with his brother. She saw the murderer standing over the dead body and now Hope Greenwell is the target of a man who will do anything to keep his secrets hidden. Running scared, she agrees to flee and soon finds more than protection in Moss Bayou. She finds sexy Brody Jensen and the powerful heat he ignites. Hiding from a man careening over the edge leads to a passion that burns white hot. Can she protect her heart from Brody who may be the sexiest danger of all? less

Six years ago she walked away from him without a word. One brief ride with her on the back of his motorcycle and his body forgets the past. Will his heart? Jesse Quinn, Moss Bayou's resident rebel sees his dreams becoming reality. Well, life is as good as it can be without the woman who stole his heart. Tucking those memories deep inside, he looks toward the future. His Life is right on course until a late night knock at his door changes everything... moreSix years ago she walked away from him without a word. One brief ride with her on the back of his motorcycle and his body forgets the past. Will his heart? Jesse Quinn, Moss Bayou's resident rebel sees his dreams becoming reality. Well, life is as good as it can be without the woman who stole his heart. Tucking those memories deep inside, he looks toward the future. His Life is right on course until a late night knock at his door changes everything. Now Jesse can only think of the whiskey eyes and copper hair that bring him to paradise in his dreams. Paige Conner's ex-husband is released from prison with one thing on his mind. Paige has to pay for her sins. She's desperate to escape her controlling and abusive ex-husband. She can't face any more pain -physical or mental. When her best friend convinces her to return to Moss Bayou, she agrees and immediately finds herself face to face with the one man she can't forget. Sexy bad boy Jesse Quinn still takes her breath away. He has long been the secret hero of her dreams. Unfortunately, what she finds now is Jesse's heart is closed and she's to blame. With her ex-husband spinning out of control, Jesse vows to keep Paige safe. When the unthinkable horror happens, the fight is on. But, are Jesse and Paige fighting together to stop a vicious bully or are they fighting the temptation to reclaim the heaven they once knew? less

Sometimes, there's a need to take a peak at what's happening around Moss Bayou... Four months ago, Tellie Anderson’s world was devastated. Left dazed and shaken after her daughter’s senseless murder, Tellie worked her way out of the misery one day at a time thanks to the special people in her life. Four months later, although Daisy’s loss remains, the hard grief has given way to something a little more manageable. She was now ready to begin again… with Barney by her side... moreSometimes, there's a need to take a peak at what's happening around Moss Bayou... Four months ago, Tellie Anderson’s world was devastated. Left dazed and shaken after her daughter’s senseless murder, Tellie worked her way out of the misery one day at a time thanks to the special people in her life. Four months later, although Daisy’s loss remains, the hard grief has given way to something a little more manageable. She was now ready to begin again… with Barney by her side. Barney Mimms, once a timid man, has found a life he’d never dared to hope for. He’s part of a family now. He shares his world with people who have grown so special to him. Tonight, his plan includes a special promise for Tellie. Because Tellie is the most special of all. With happiness and love all around, there lurks a mystery. Recent crime is worrisome and a stranger’s appearance draws curiosity front and center. Trouble is brewing and only time will tell how it will play out. As Valentine’s Day brings hearts and flowers to Moss Bayou, it’s a sure bet cupid’s arrow has a few targets in sight, too. The night of the big Sweetheart Dance gives the town’s residents a chance to emerge from the challenges of sadness and darkness that have become all too familiar to the small town. It’s a night filled with stars, dreams, and romance. A night that promises smiles on the faces of Moss Bayou. With new love and secret plans, it seems Cupid has been busy aiming at several Moss Bayou residents. less

The Ladies’ Man no longer needs his little black book. Now he just has to convince the tomboy it is so much more than just one night…. One hot, steamy night in Nik’s bed and Tanner Cross has lost his heart. The only problem is Nikolette Williams. He has to convince her that she loves him. Easier said than done because Nik hides from love and romance. She doesn’t see herself as anything other than the neighborhood tomboy and she’s not buying into the forever kind of love Tanner promises... moreThe Ladies’ Man no longer needs his little black book. Now he just has to convince the tomboy it is so much more than just one night…. One hot, steamy night in Nik’s bed and Tanner Cross has lost his heart. The only problem is Nikolette Williams. He has to convince her that she loves him. Easier said than done because Nik hides from love and romance. She doesn’t see herself as anything other than the neighborhood tomboy and she’s not buying into the forever kind of love Tanner promises. Until Nik, he didn’t either. His casual romantic life worked well for the lifestyle of a reporter. Now there’s Nik. Tanner’s hot on the trail of a breaking news story and Nik is by his side as it becomes more than just a simple news story. Uncovering clues and secrets, leads to the discovery of an illegal drug operation so complex, Tanner and Nik are shocked to find there are residents of Moss Bayou involved. Threats come to Tanner’s door as he gets closer to the truth and only Nik seems to take them seriously. Determined to keep Tanner safe, Nik refuses to leave him alone. Together, by day, Tanner and Nik piece together the clues and by night? He’s teaching her about a very hot and tempting future. As the truth begins to appear, Nik learn sometimes the mystery isn’t a mystery after all… less

One dark night, contrary to everything expected of her, she asked a dark, sexy stranger for a kiss. Rachel Emerson is the good girl next door who always does the right thing…until she sees him. With just one look between them, she discovers a passion she craves. Forgetting the good girl rules, she chooses the secret temptation she can’t resist. No matter what the cost may be. Gabriel Deacon lives a life of lies. Lies he’s content with thanks to a past he’s not proud of... moreOne dark night, contrary to everything expected of her, she asked a dark, sexy stranger for a kiss. Rachel Emerson is the good girl next door who always does the right thing…until she sees him. With just one look between them, she discovers a passion she craves. Forgetting the good girl rules, she chooses the secret temptation she can’t resist. No matter what the cost may be. Gabriel Deacon lives a life of lies. Lies he’s content with thanks to a past he’s not proud of. A loner by choice, working undercover is where he belongs. To bring down the leaders of a ruthless drug operation with many players, Gabe operates as one of them and the world sees him as Deke, the criminal attached to an unsavory world. When the beautiful Rachel asks for a kiss in the dark shadows of one lonely night, he’s lost. With her, he’s not the role he portrays. Rachel is fast becoming what he didn’t realize he needed. Risking the operation, his career, and Rachel’s heart, Gabe breaks all the rules of an undercover cop as he works to stop the big man in charge. But will they survive the one dangerous man looking leave no witness alive? less

Sometimes you find strength and courage when you surrender your heart… Great family, friends, and career keep Lily Quinn centered. She’s in control of her ordered world. Then, the sinfully sexy undercover cop turns everything sideways. From their first unplanned kiss, Lily sensed something she couldn’t control with planning or preparation. The bad boy cop soothes her fears, and in his arms she learns hot-and-wonderful really does burn white hot. So hot, Lily can’t walk away... moreSometimes you find strength and courage when you surrender your heart… Great family, friends, and career keep Lily Quinn centered. She’s in control of her ordered world. Then, the sinfully sexy undercover cop turns everything sideways. From their first unplanned kiss, Lily sensed something she couldn’t control with planning or preparation. The bad boy cop soothes her fears, and in his arms she learns hot-and-wonderful really does burn white hot. So hot, Lily can’t walk away. Wyatt Hawke is more than just an easy going cop with a devilish grin. He’s a man with sad memories just under his carefree bad boy surface. One look at the beautiful Lily and he knew he loved her. In less than a month, he knew Lily had to be his or his life would be empty. The sexy Lily soothes his wounds and ignites a heat that burns hotter than the sun. Good thing Lily wants it all because there’s no turning back after what they’ve done. Lily and Wyatt have secrets. Secrets about to come out thanks to a deranged man who decides he wants Lily for himself – at any cost. Both Lily and Wyatt face a danger neither suspect until it’s too late. There’s only one way to beat the sick man calling the shots. Lily must rely on the courage and strength she gains from Wyatt’s love, while Wyatt must work with focus and determination to get to Lily before it’s too late. less

He'll risk everything for her. Even his life. Two years ago, Luke Devlin kissed her for the first time. It was the sweetest kiss he’d ever known. His heart was hers with that first kiss. Now, he’s frustrated. Their relationship can’t seem to move forward and he can’t figure out why. Is he losing the woman who holds his heart? Heather Jensen has a secret. Instead of trusting Luke and his love for her, she lets fear come between them time and again... moreHe'll risk everything for her. Even his life. Two years ago, Luke Devlin kissed her for the first time. It was the sweetest kiss he’d ever known. His heart was hers with that first kiss. Now, he’s frustrated. Their relationship can’t seem to move forward and he can’t figure out why. Is he losing the woman who holds his heart? Heather Jensen has a secret. Instead of trusting Luke and his love for her, she lets fear come between them time and again. About to let her secret come between them once more, she finds the courage to overcome fears that stand between them and discovers passion and tenderness in his arms. Together they find a new beginning. Just when their relationship has found what was missing, the unthinkable happens. Heather is in danger and it’s more than Luke can handle. He’s determined to get to Heather with or without the police, even if he has to break the law. With the help of friends and an unlikely source, he jumps right in to save the woman he refuses to live without. When bullets fly, Luke is caught in the crossfire. Will he save Heather or will he need saving? less

On a war-torn battlefield in a foreign land, he lost. He lost brothers in arms. He lost himself. When his father suddenly becomes ill, Clay Emerson must return to Moss Bayou for more than just the rare and quick visits of the past. Clay must find a way to fight again. This time it’s a fight for himself and for the life he must reclaim. It’s also a fight for happiness with the one woman who has remained a part of his life, even when he was far away... moreOn a war-torn battlefield in a foreign land, he lost. He lost brothers in arms. He lost himself. When his father suddenly becomes ill, Clay Emerson must return to Moss Bayou for more than just the rare and quick visits of the past. Clay must find a way to fight again. This time it’s a fight for himself and for the life he must reclaim. It’s also a fight for happiness with the one woman who has remained a part of his life, even when he was far away. Kyra Hawke met Clay more than three years ago. On a dance floor as he held her close, she felt there was something about the wounded hero. Under a beautiful sky glittered with stars, Kyra knew Clay was more than a wounded hero and friend. He was the man who captured her heart. It’s a secret she keeps even after Clay returns. It’s a secret she holds close with the hope that one day he will feel the same even after his fiancée joins him in Moss Bayou. With the sparkle of the Christmas season, Kyra hopes her love for Clay will bring the biggest gift of all. less