The Rose Tattoo Series by Kelsey Roberts

More than the truth was left unspoken... In one morning, Shelby Hunnicutt's whole world came apart. Her precious baby had been kidnapped - and the agent assigned to the case was none other than her ex-lover. A secret silence lay between them - haunting their lives, hindering their search. Dylan Tanner's heart went out to Shelby, but deep inside he knew there was more to this case than this pretty lady was willing to admit... moreMore than the truth was left unspoken... In one morning, Shelby Hunnicutt's whole world came apart. Her precious baby had been kidnapped - and the agent assigned to the case was none other than her ex-lover. A secret silence lay between them - haunting their lives, hindering their search. Dylan Tanner's heart went out to Shelby, but deep inside he knew there was more to this case than this pretty lady was willing to admit. Now only a smoky cloud of distrust was left where the heat of their passion had once burned. For Shelby, it was a smoke screen - one she clung to, knowing that detection would be disaster...especially if Dylan discovered that the child he searched for was his own. less

There ought to be a law against men like J. D. Porter... Hell-bent on discovering how the body of her long-lost father came to be shored up in the walls of The Rose Tattoo, the last thing Tory Conway needed was J.D. Porter running interference. Unfortunately she'd already married the gray-eyed gallant - even if it was in name only. J.D. was used to getting what he wanted from people, and he swore he'd use that skill to hunt down Tory's father's killer. But J.D... moreThere ought to be a law against men like J. D. Porter... Hell-bent on discovering how the body of her long-lost father came to be shored up in the walls of The Rose Tattoo, the last thing Tory Conway needed was J.D. Porter running interference. Unfortunately she'd already married the gray-eyed gallant - even if it was in name only. J.D. was used to getting what he wanted from people, and he swore he'd use that skill to hunt down Tory's father's killer. But J.D. wanted much more than gratitude from his sassy blond bride - and hell if he was going to clue her in. She'd find out soon enough if she survived to hear about it. less

Sinner or Savior? Jake Devereaux was a lot more than just a sexy, common thief...he was a wealthy one with a questionable M.O. Charisma clung to him - as did an airtight alibi, much to Ellie Tanner's dismay. A murder had been committed, and if Jake didn't do it, then Ellie was the prime suspect...and it didn't look as if she'd be home for Christmas. What Ellie needed was a Christmas miracle, a guardian angel to watch over her. But the darkly dangerous Devereaux hardly fit the mold.. moreSinner or Savior? Jake Devereaux was a lot more than just a sexy, common thief...he was a wealthy one with a questionable M.O. Charisma clung to him - as did an airtight alibi, much to Ellie Tanner's dismay. A murder had been committed, and if Jake didn't do it, then Ellie was the prime suspect...and it didn't look as if she'd be home for Christmas. What Ellie needed was a Christmas miracle, a guardian angel to watch over her. But the darkly dangerous Devereaux hardly fit the mold...his soul-searing kisses were anything but angelic. less

The Rose Tattoo Everything was strangely familiar... ...though somehow Kendall Butler recognized that The Rose Tattoo and some of her old friends weren't exactly the same. But the raven-haired hunk standing before her was definitely the man pictured in the locket she'd been admiring...just before everything went blank... moreThe Rose Tattoo Everything was strangely familiar... ...though somehow Kendall Butler recognized that The Rose Tattoo and some of her old friends weren't exactly the same. But the raven-haired hunk standing before her was definitely the man pictured in the locket she'd been admiring...just before everything went blank. Jonas Revell didn't know how she was, or how she'd suddenly appeared, and until he did, he planned to keep her close - even if she had to pose as his mail-order bride to stay that way. He was already accused of the murder of one woman - his bride of four hours - and it looked mighty suspicious that he'd found another so quickly - especially one who tempted him so much. less

Called to defend the owner of the Rose Tattoo against a murder charge, Joanna Boudreaux grappled with a strange set of suspects - and an even more unlikely array of allies. Unlikeliest of all was Gabriel Langston - former cop, present private detective and constant threat to Joanna's peace of mind. Gabriel was everything Joanna disliked - and desired - in one sexy package... moreCalled to defend the owner of the Rose Tattoo against a murder charge, Joanna Boudreaux grappled with a strange set of suspects - and an even more unlikely array of allies. Unlikeliest of all was Gabriel Langston - former cop, present private detective and constant threat to Joanna's peace of mind. Gabriel was everything Joanna disliked - and desired - in one sexy package. He showered her with compliments, confused her with kisses and was absolutely forthcoming with everything but the one thing she really needed to know: who was he? less

The wrong man...Haley Jenkins's best friend, Claire, had the habit of picking Mr. Wrong - and it might have cost her her life. Claire was missing, last seen at the fertility clinic where she'd gone to conceive a much-wanted baby. And Haley wanted answers. The right time... What she didn't want was Detective Dalton Ross, dark-haired, broad shouldered and absolutely convinced she and Claire were a pair of spoiled women playing at life... moreThe wrong man...Haley Jenkins's best friend, Claire, had the habit of picking Mr. Wrong - and it might have cost her her life. Claire was missing, last seen at the fertility clinic where she'd gone to conceive a much-wanted baby. And Haley wanted answers. The right time... What she didn't want was Detective Dalton Ross, dark-haired, broad shouldered and absolutely convinced she and Claire were a pair of spoiled women playing at life. She also didn't want threats from her boss, ninety-degree heat and the knowledge that her biological clock was ticking just as loudly as Claire's had been. Dalton - and everything else that was happening to Haley - definitely wasn't what she wanted. But sometimes you get what you need. less

A Mother to Die For...Who would have thought that the search for Hannah Bailey's real mother could have turned so deadly? Certainly not Hannah. Shocked by the discovery that she'd been adopted, Hannah felt a strong pull toward the woman listed on her birth certificate as her mother - Rose Porter. A Lover to Die For... Hannah's not at all convinced that sexy cowboy Ian MacPhearson is the man to help her unravel the mystery surrounding her birth... moreA Mother to Die For...Who would have thought that the search for Hannah Bailey's real mother could have turned so deadly? Certainly not Hannah. Shocked by the discovery that she'd been adopted, Hannah felt a strong pull toward the woman listed on her birth certificate as her mother - Rose Porter. A Lover to Die For... Hannah's not at all convinced that sexy cowboy Ian MacPhearson is the man to help her unravel the mystery surrounding her birth. Despite an instant fiery attraction, his quick wit can't hide the deep scars that render his heart forever sealed. But someone is following Hannah - someone who apparently wants her dead. And Ian, an ex-CIA agent, just might come in handy, if she can keep her distance...and her heart. less

Too Bold, Too Arrogant, Too Sexy... Barbara Prather ranted on and on about her cowboy protector - but she couldn't seem to get enough of him! Cade Landry had kidnapped her for "her own good" - and once they were holed up on his Montana ranch, she didn't know whether to give him the cold shoulder, or kiss him senseless.... Cade had two jobs - keeping Barbara safe, and hiding his true purpose in holding her captive. As the only witness to murder, Barbara had an assassin on her trail... moreToo Bold, Too Arrogant, Too Sexy... Barbara Prather ranted on and on about her cowboy protector - but she couldn't seem to get enough of him! Cade Landry had kidnapped her for "her own good" - and once they were holed up on his Montana ranch, she didn't know whether to give him the cold shoulder, or kiss him senseless.... Cade had two jobs - keeping Barbara safe, and hiding his true purpose in holding her captive. As the only witness to murder, Barbara had an assassin on her trail. If the stubborn woman wouldn't watch out for herself, Cade would have to do it for her - but was his interest professional... or personal? less

A Lawman in Search of Answers. A Woman in Search of Her Identity. FBI agent Matt DeMarco never thought his morning jog on the beach would draw him into a ring of cold-blooded killers. Or that one of the murder suspects would be the stunning half-conscious woman he found washed up on the beach...dressed in an evening gown and dripping blood. "Trust no one" was all she remembered. But as her memory of that night came back, so did an overwhelming fear and the feeling that she was in serious danger... moreA Lawman in Search of Answers. A Woman in Search of Her Identity. FBI agent Matt DeMarco never thought his morning jog on the beach would draw him into a ring of cold-blooded killers. Or that one of the murder suspects would be the stunning half-conscious woman he found washed up on the beach...dressed in an evening gown and dripping blood. "Trust no one" was all she remembered. But as her memory of that night came back, so did an overwhelming fear and the feeling that she was in serious danger. With nowhere else to turn, she had to trust Matt with her life. And in an unguarded moment, he seemed willing to trust her with his darkest secret. But how long could they keep their mutual lust in check? less