Worcester Nights Series by Ophelia Sikes

Kate's life sucks. She's tending bar at a run-down dive. Her immoral boss fondles every co-ed within reach. The clientele is made up of TV-glazed zombies, drunkards, and ... who is that in the corner? The Thunderbolt Hits. She hadn't thought it was real. But when she looks into Sean's eyes, the force of the connection staggers her. Her mind desperately seeks to pull her back - he's an ex-felon. Far too talented with those rippled muscles and toned fists... moreKate's life sucks. She's tending bar at a run-down dive. Her immoral boss fondles every co-ed within reach. The clientele is made up of TV-glazed zombies, drunkards, and ... who is that in the corner? The Thunderbolt Hits. She hadn't thought it was real. But when she looks into Sean's eyes, the force of the connection staggers her. Her mind desperately seeks to pull her back - he's an ex-felon. Far too talented with those rippled muscles and toned fists. He's everything she should be staying away from. She craves him from the depths of her soul. His touch smolders her skin; his fingers expose her to worlds she never dreamt existed. But when his secret is ripped free from the dark shadows, their lives teeter on the brink of destruction. * * * Half of all proceeds of this novella benefit battered women's shelters. Dwell in Possibility is the first of four novellas in the Worcester Nights series. Due to the strong sexual content and adult situations, this book is recommended for readers aged 17+. The first three novellas have cliff-hanger endings, which lead to the final novella with a happily-ever-after. less

Librarian Note: Alternate/new cover edition for ASIN# B00GXV0K7I. Kate is a whirlwind of passion and adrenaline. Sean's dark secret could easily mean the destruction of them both - but she refuses to abandon him now. She knows, no matter the risks, that her place is by his side. Every touch of his fingers awakens new awareness within her. The warmth of his lips reveals lost horizons she never knew existed... moreLibrarian Note: Alternate/new cover edition for ASIN# B00GXV0K7I. Kate is a whirlwind of passion and adrenaline. Sean's dark secret could easily mean the destruction of them both - but she refuses to abandon him now. She knows, no matter the risks, that her place is by his side. Every touch of his fingers awakens new awareness within her. The warmth of his lips reveals lost horizons she never knew existed. But soon comes a threat that even Sean's strength and protective loyalty cannot shield her against. If they are to survive, she will have to delve for courage beyond any she's imagined. * * * A Soul Ajar is the second of four novellas in the Worcester Nights series. Due to the strong sexual content and adult situations, this romantic suspense story is recommended for readers aged 17+. The first three novellas have cliff-hanger endings, which lead to the final novella with a happily-ever-after. less

Librarian Note: Alternate/new cover edition for ASIN# B00H61ZPKQ. Everything Kate has ever feared has come true. Sean's dark secret has come crashing down on them both, and their very lives are at stake. The days of quiet living and careful planning are in the past. Kate has to take action - NOW - if they are to get through this alive. What she first had with Sean was hot passion. It was beyond lust. It was Colpe di Fulmine - the thunderbolt which defies all reason... moreLibrarian Note: Alternate/new cover edition for ASIN# B00H61ZPKQ. Everything Kate has ever feared has come true. Sean's dark secret has come crashing down on them both, and their very lives are at stake. The days of quiet living and careful planning are in the past. Kate has to take action - NOW - if they are to get through this alive. What she first had with Sean was hot passion. It was beyond lust. It was Colpe di Fulmine - the thunderbolt which defies all reason. But now she realizes that this searing heat has developed into something fuller, richer, more soul-deep. She loves him. And if she doesn't dive in headfirst and do what has to be done, she'll lose him forever. * * * A Song of Soul and Hope is the third of four novellas in the Worcester Nights series. Due to the strong sexual content and adult situations, this romantic suspense story is recommended for readers aged 17+. The first three novellas have cliff-hanger endings, which lead to the final novella with a happily-ever-after. less

Safety was within reach. Peace and her happily-ever-after were so close that Kate could taste the joy of it. And then, in an instant, it was all brutally, callously torn from her grasp. Now she is scrabbling, desperately clawing, for a grasp of something - anything - to keep her from sinking below the surface. She no longer dreams of walking off into the luminous sunset. She simply clings to the hope that she can somehow make it through the night alive... moreSafety was within reach. Peace and her happily-ever-after were so close that Kate could taste the joy of it. And then, in an instant, it was all brutally, callously torn from her grasp. Now she is scrabbling, desperately clawing, for a grasp of something - anything - to keep her from sinking below the surface. She no longer dreams of walking off into the luminous sunset. She simply clings to the hope that she can somehow make it through the night alive. * * * Half of all proceeds of this novella benefit battered women's shelters. Stop One Heart from Breaking is the fourth and final novella in the Worcester Nights series. Due to the strong sexual content and adult situations, this romantic suspense story is recommended for readers aged 17+. The first three novellas have cliff-hanger endings, which lead to the final novella with a happily-ever-after. The next related series is Bermuda Nights, which tells the story of Kate's brother, Evan. Ophelia adores Worcester, Massachusetts with all its gritty streets, rows of muted-colored three-deckers, and tough-as-nails can-do attitude. She’s lived in this area since college, with only a few brief flings in other locations. No matter where else she travels, the powerful allure of Worcester pulls her home again. Worcester's a mere hour west of Boston, with many of the same traditions of Irish culture and fierce pride. Boston Strong. less