Never Say Never Series Series by Melissa Shaw

Emily McDonald is tired of being a New York stripper. Hiding a nasty incident and determined to get her old life back, she’s focused on making the money she owes the slush-for-brains bouncer at the club, Big Nick. But opportunity – and anxiety – presents itself in the form of Chase Newman, who reminds her what passion and trust are about. In spite of her hidden past and a deep-seated mistrust for men, Emily falls for him head-over-heels style... moreEmily McDonald is tired of being a New York stripper. Hiding a nasty incident and determined to get her old life back, she’s focused on making the money she owes the slush-for-brains bouncer at the club, Big Nick. But opportunity – and anxiety – presents itself in the form of Chase Newman, who reminds her what passion and trust are about. In spite of her hidden past and a deep-seated mistrust for men, Emily falls for him head-over-heels style. She doesn’t want to, but damn, this guy is fine as hell. Emily clings to the pole and her fear of men, even though Chase is nothing but a gentleman. She tries desperately to push him away, while balancing her ambitions and avoiding Big Nick’s groping hands at the club. The more she trusts, the more she freaks the hell out, but she can’t help being drawn to Chase’s protective side. Pity really, when a woman from his past crashes into their lives with a shocking revelation which could tear everything apart. Warning: the book ends with a cliffhanger. less

Emily's trust has been shattered, when her lover turns out to be in a relationship with her worst enemy, Janet. She wants to forget about him and move on with her life to focus on getting her kids back, but she can't let go of the past just yet and it's inclined to return the favor. Desperate to free herself from Janet's oppressive leadership skills, her superior's darkest secret falls into Emily's lap... moreEmily's trust has been shattered, when her lover turns out to be in a relationship with her worst enemy, Janet. She wants to forget about him and move on with her life to focus on getting her kids back, but she can't let go of the past just yet and it's inclined to return the favor. Desperate to free herself from Janet's oppressive leadership skills, her superior's darkest secret falls into Emily's lap. Now she's presented with a choice: use her knowledge to get back Chase, or keep her heart safe and condemn Chase to a lifetime of unhappiness. It's not going to be easy, especially when the one man she doesn't want to see comes ambling back into her life to ruin everything she's managed to create. Warning: the book ends with a cliffhanger. less

Emily McDonald has taken control of her destiny, but a surprise visit from the past shatters her chance at a real future with the love of her life – and sexy businessman – Chase Newman. Her darkest secret is revealed: Emily did time because of a fateful accident which saw her lose her kids and destroy the lives two others… Chase can’t forgive her for the past and it seems it’s the end of the line for Emily... moreEmily McDonald has taken control of her destiny, but a surprise visit from the past shatters her chance at a real future with the love of her life – and sexy businessman – Chase Newman. Her darkest secret is revealed: Emily did time because of a fateful accident which saw her lose her kids and destroy the lives two others… Chase can’t forgive her for the past and it seems it’s the end of the line for Emily. She’s about ready to give up, but her desperation to see her children and rectify her wrongs sends her into overdrive and to a man who might hold the means to winning the battle. But using his help means losing Chase for good and Emily isn’t sure she’s ready to let go yet. Especially, when the truth about the incident presents her with the key to unlocking Chase’s heart one last time. Warning: the book ends with a cliffhanger. less

Emily has everything she needs to nail her abusive ex-husband. The only problem is, destroying him means implicating the man of her dreams, Chase Newman, in a scandal which will surely mean the end of any relationship between them. The price? Losing her children for good. Emily’s determined to find a way to balance it all, while pandering to the keen need for revenge after years of torture at her ex’s hands... moreEmily has everything she needs to nail her abusive ex-husband. The only problem is, destroying him means implicating the man of her dreams, Chase Newman, in a scandal which will surely mean the end of any relationship between them. The price? Losing her children for good. Emily’s determined to find a way to balance it all, while pandering to the keen need for revenge after years of torture at her ex’s hands. But there doesn’t seem to be a way to take him down without harming the man she wants to love. She tries to stay away and focus on what’s most important, but the closer she gets to revealing the truth, the more she’s drawn into her desire for Chase. Just when she’s ready to do what needs to be done, disaster strikes and the people she cares about most are thrown into danger. Emily must act in a last ditch attempt at salvaging what’s left of her life. less