H.O.T. Watch Series by Cindy Dees

Kinsey Hollingsworth's tropical-getaway plans didn't include dodging gunshots. Or a speedboat chase with Mitch Perovski, the tall and tempting spy who'd commandeered her boat. But the socialite would handle anything Mitch demanded--whether it meant going undercover or under the covers. Mitch didn't work with partners. And although Kinsey proved she was more than a pampered heiress, she was no match for the assassin targeting them...or for Mitch's smoldering desire... moreKinsey Hollingsworth's tropical-getaway plans didn't include dodging gunshots. Or a speedboat chase with Mitch Perovski, the tall and tempting spy who'd commandeered her boat. But the socialite would handle anything Mitch demanded--whether it meant going undercover or under the covers. Mitch didn't work with partners. And although Kinsey proved she was more than a pampered heiress, she was no match for the assassin targeting them...or for Mitch's smoldering desire. He had to get through this one high-stakes task with her. But after a night in Kinsey's arms, could he walk away from their partnership for good? less

One last mission: deliver Melina Montez to a drug lord in the Peruvian rain forest. Immediately after: deliver himself unto eternity. Commando John Hollister's last op had gone bad. His men were dead. He'd failed. It was time to check out.Certain death awaited Melina. Her life in exchange for the lives of her family. Still, the stunning doctor was desperate to find a way out... moreOne last mission: deliver Melina Montez to a drug lord in the Peruvian rain forest. Immediately after: deliver himself unto eternity. Commando John Hollister's last op had gone bad. His men were dead. He'd failed. It was time to check out.Certain death awaited Melina. Her life in exchange for the lives of her family. Still, the stunning doctor was desperate to find a way out. Desperate to change John's mind, she's given him a reason to live, but will it be enough? Too many dangers lurk in the jungle. But the biggest threat may be the passion threatening to consume them both.... less

Captain "Kat" Kim, leader of the all-female Medusa squad, lives by the warrior's code. Trained in an ancient warrior tradition, she can scale a wall in complete silence. But when she's paired with Special Forces Captain Jeff Steiger, she faces new danger.Steiger is all-American, from his blue eyes to his sun-streaked hair, and his laid-back manner goes against Kat's control-freak ways. When the two hunt for a high-end art thief, their opposite styles combust... moreCaptain "Kat" Kim, leader of the all-female Medusa squad, lives by the warrior's code. Trained in an ancient warrior tradition, she can scale a wall in complete silence. But when she's paired with Special Forces Captain Jeff Steiger, she faces new danger.Steiger is all-American, from his blue eyes to his sun-streaked hair, and his laid-back manner goes against Kat's control-freak ways. When the two hunt for a high-end art thief, their opposite styles combust. And as mysterious commandos turn the job deadly, Kat must ditch her steely discipline and surrender to the desire that threatens to take them both down.... less

He was the original cool operator. But now Jake Harrington needs Shannon McMahon's help to complete his deadly mission. Watching his target from her apartment, the military sniper isn't prepared for the emotions Shannon awakes in him, tempting him with her tenderness...and her innate sexiness.Shannon had come to far-off St. George to hide. She knows Jake is one of the good guys, but he won't let himself get close to anyone--until his cover is blown, sending them fleeing for their lives... moreHe was the original cool operator. But now Jake Harrington needs Shannon McMahon's help to complete his deadly mission. Watching his target from her apartment, the military sniper isn't prepared for the emotions Shannon awakes in him, tempting him with her tenderness...and her innate sexiness.Shannon had come to far-off St. George to hide. She knows Jake is one of the good guys, but he won't let himself get close to anyone--until his cover is blown, sending them fleeing for their lives. Together on the run, desire flares, hot and unstoppable. Jake will surely rescue her from danger, but can she rescue his soul? less

Special Forces operative Carter Baigneaux has never shied away from danger--and he has the scars to prove it. His assignment to interview astrophysicist Lily James about her latest research project hardly qualifies as a life-or-death mission. But after thwarting kidnapping attempts, facing potential nuclear war and sharing the most lust-inducing kisses he'd ever experienced, the war-hardened soldier isn't so sure... moreSpecial Forces operative Carter Baigneaux has never shied away from danger--and he has the scars to prove it. His assignment to interview astrophysicist Lily James about her latest research project hardly qualifies as a life-or-death mission. But after thwarting kidnapping attempts, facing potential nuclear war and sharing the most lust-inducing kisses he'd ever experienced, the war-hardened soldier isn't so sure.Lily might not consider herself a sexy scientist but she can't resist the way she feels in her handsome bodyguard's arms--and in his bed. And when a deadly formula finds itself in criminal hands, this unlikely duo must avert a military and scientific disaster that could end the world.... less

Navy Commander Brady Hathaway is done with women. Since H.O.T. Watch is pretty much a 24/7 job, that leaves no time for female entanglements. Then he's appointed Eve Dupont's handler. Tan, leggy and blonde, the lethal-looking civilian chosen to take down a terrorist cell scares the hell out of him. Can he keep Eve safe and resist her charms? This may be Eve's only shot to clear her name from any involvement in a terrorist cell and bring in a wanted assassin... moreNavy Commander Brady Hathaway is done with women. Since H.O.T. Watch is pretty much a 24/7 job, that leaves no time for female entanglements. Then he's appointed Eve Dupont's handler. Tan, leggy and blonde, the lethal-looking civilian chosen to take down a terrorist cell scares the hell out of him. Can he keep Eve safe and resist her charms? This may be Eve's only shot to clear her name from any involvement in a terrorist cell and bring in a wanted assassin. But can the ultimate party girl do it? And can she convince the sexy Mr. I'm All Business Hathaway that there are times to move fast—and times to go very slowly…. less

"I'm one of the good guys, dammit." Her only chance to rescue two orphaned children meant Elise Omayo had to go under cover, as a nun. Yet braving the Colombian jungle was nothing compared to keeping her ruse up once she met Ted Fisher. The sexy soldier was on his own danger-filled mission but he was also the only man who could help her... more"I'm one of the good guys, dammit." Her only chance to rescue two orphaned children meant Elise Omayo had to go under cover, as a nun. Yet braving the Colombian jungle was nothing compared to keeping her ruse up once she met Ted Fisher. The sexy soldier was on his own danger-filled mission but he was also the only man who could help her. How had he gone from impersonating a deadly arms dealer to playing protector to a feisty nun? There was no denying Elise desperately needed his assistance, but their mutual attraction had the special ops officer thoroughly confused. Just what secret was Elise keeping, and could he uncover it before time ran out for them both? less

Senior H.O.T. Watch controller Jennifer Blackfoot can't wrap her head around Jeff Winston's words of warning. Ever since picking up the sexy wildman during a prisoner exchange, her life has irrevocably changed. There's no way one of the best government surveillance operations in the world is compromised. But there's truth in Jeff's smoldering eyes….So Jennifer becomes a fugitive with Tarzan. Only now he's morphed into a clean-shaven, godlike man with superstrength... moreSenior H.O.T. Watch controller Jennifer Blackfoot can't wrap her head around Jeff Winston's words of warning. Ever since picking up the sexy wildman during a prisoner exchange, her life has irrevocably changed. There's no way one of the best government surveillance operations in the world is compromised. But there's truth in Jeff's smoldering eyes….So Jennifer becomes a fugitive with Tarzan. Only now he's morphed into a clean-shaven, godlike man with superstrength. For a woman who never believed in soul mates or destiny, Jennifer wonders if she can put the brakes on the simmering sexual chemistry and work with Jeff to protect H.O.T. Watch. Can she accept everything about him—even secrets he's not willing to share? less