Heroes of Evers, TX Series by Lori Ryan

A perilous homecoming...    Promise and Protect is the second book in the heart-soaring and electrifying Evers, Texas, series by New York Times bestselling author Lori Ryan. A true masterwork of contemporary romantic suspense, it is the story of a beautiful artist returning home to danger, and to a love she never imagined... moreA perilous homecoming...    Promise and Protect is the second book in the heart-soaring and electrifying Evers, Texas, series by New York Times bestselling author Lori Ryan. A true masterwork of contemporary romantic suspense, it is the story of a beautiful artist returning home to danger, and to a love she never imagined.    Exiled by her father, the town sheriff, at age four following the murder of her mother, Katelyn Bowden is finally coming back to tiny Evers, against the wishes of her now-dying parent. The new sheriff, ex-New York cop John Davies, fears Katelyn's life is in jeopardy from a killer  who was never caught. Though she resents the handsome lawman her father has always loved like a son, Katelyn is confused by the passionate sparks that fly whenever they are together. But, will John be able to save her when a murderer finally emerges from hiding? Promise and Protect was previously published under the titles Everlasting and Promise and Protect. Please check your ereader to be sure you haven't already purchased it! It is book two in the series, but it is a stand-alone complete story and can be ready in any order within the series. less

She’s hiding from memories that could tear her apart. He knows getting her to face her past is the key to the most important murder investigation he’ll ever handle. Ashley Walker was one of the lucky ones. Adopted when she was fourteen years old by a family who loved her as their own and stuck beside her through all she put them through. She can’t outrun the hell of her past, though. A hell that would haunt her forever... moreShe’s hiding from memories that could tear her apart. He knows getting her to face her past is the key to the most important murder investigation he’ll ever handle. Ashley Walker was one of the lucky ones. Adopted when she was fourteen years old by a family who loved her as their own and stuck beside her through all she put them through. She can’t outrun the hell of her past, though. A hell that would haunt her forever. Garret Hensley never imagined he'd be chasing the killer of the woman who'd set him on the path to law enforcement. She'd given him reason to believe in himself, to believe he could make a difference. And he suspected her giving heart was the reason her life had been cut so short. When the evidence leads him to Ashley Walker, he knows he has to ignore the feelings she stirs in him, because getting her to reveal the truth of her past is the key to finding a killer. Serve and Protect was previously published under the same title but with a different publisher. Please check your ereader to be sure you haven't already purchased it! It is book three in the series, but it is a stand-alone complete story and can be ready in any order within the series. less

Evers, Texas is Phoebe’s shot at leaving behind the fun-loving woman no one takes seriously, and she’s determined to make it work. Unfortunately, he’s determined to give up his steady, staid ways and he wants her help. Can they meet in the middle and make love work? It might have taken Phoebe Joy a little while to realize there’s more to life than having fun, but she’s got the message now... moreEvers, Texas is Phoebe’s shot at leaving behind the fun-loving woman no one takes seriously, and she’s determined to make it work. Unfortunately, he’s determined to give up his steady, staid ways and he wants her help. Can they meet in the middle and make love work? It might have taken Phoebe Joy a little while to realize there’s more to life than having fun, but she’s got the message now. She knows, if she doesn’t make changes, she’s going to lose out on her chance at love and a family of her own. It isn’t easy to erase the mistakes of her past and remake herself, and the oh-so-sexy Shane Bishop is tempting her like no man has before. To top it all off, when she stumbles on a mysterious death in her new town, the dream she’s trying to hold onto is in more danger than she realizes. Shane Bishop knows how everyone sees him. He’s the boring brother. The one you can count on to solve your problems, to consistently be exactly the way he’s always been. Day after day, after dreary day. When Phoebe shows up in his office, he’d be an idiot to try to deny the way her beauty and excitement tempt him. And if there’s one thing Shane has never been, it’s stupid. But when she uncovers a murder the town never even realized had happened, her life is in danger and he’ll have to race to save the woman who’s stolen his heart. Desire and Protect is a standalone book that can be read in any order within the series. less

She's living life on her own terms for the first time.    He's been handed a second chance at life he's not sure he has the guts to take.   But there are dark forces that might take away their shot at a life and love together. Presley Royale's life has been mapped out for her from the day she took her first jump on a horse. The Grand Prix circuit was once everything she always wanted. Today, she's not so sure. But she does know one thing... moreShe's living life on her own terms for the first time.    He's been handed a second chance at life he's not sure he has the guts to take.   But there are dark forces that might take away their shot at a life and love together. Presley Royale's life has been mapped out for her from the day she took her first jump on a horse. The Grand Prix circuit was once everything she always wanted. Today, she's not so sure. But she does know one thing. She'll be the one making the decisions in her world from here on out. One of those decisions is to let James Lawless in. He wasn't ever supposed to come back alive. Not while so many others suffered because of his failures. His teammates, his sister, the woman who saved him when no one else could. When pieces from his past begin to come back to him, he knows he'll fail again. And this time, the woman he's falling in love with will pay the price for his shortcomings. Cherish and Protect is a standalone book that can be read in any order within the series. less

She's finished waiting.     He's still got his head stuck in the sand.      Can she get through to him before it's too late?      Cora Walker is tired of waiting for Justin Kensington to open his eyes and see that they could be great together. No worries. She's got a Man Plan, more specifically, a Get-Over-The-Man Plan. Or maybe she'll call it the Move-on Method.It involves online dating and sorting through the losers to find her winner... moreShe's finished waiting.     He's still got his head stuck in the sand.      Can she get through to him before it's too late?      Cora Walker is tired of waiting for Justin Kensington to open his eyes and see that they could be great together. No worries. She's got a Man Plan, more specifically, a Get-Over-The-Man Plan. Or maybe she'll call it the Move-on Method.It involves online dating and sorting through the losers to find her winner. He has to be out there somewhere, doesn't he? In the meantime, she's got her work to keep her busy, and so what if her job as a social worker has taken on some new twists and turns lately. She still loves it. Sort of.Justin Kensington knows he's blown it with Cora, but what can he do about it? If he was anyone other than the man he is, he would be chasing her hard. He would make sure he got a ring on her finger before anyone else had a chance to steal her away.But he's not just anyone. He's the son of a monster, and the brother of a man who kept his wife--now one of Justin's best friends--captive for three years in a hell no person should have to live through. With bloodlines like that, Justin doesn't dare get involved with someone as good and pure as Cora Walker.She deserves more than he can give her. But he can try to help her find the happiness she deserves. And he'll start by keeping the only other man he's pretty sure shouldn't be around her far away.But when things heat up and Cora uncovers the truth about a water poisoning scandal hitting the town and its workers hard, he'll end up battling for her life and her heart.Treasure and Protect is book seven in the Heroes of Evers, TX Series, but it can be read as a stand alone book in any order. less

"I was just hoping for a decent romantic suspense read - what I got was a surprisingly comforting, healing book that brought tears to my eyes.""This book had it all! Hotness. Suspense. Very intense story. A great town that I’d love to move to."Book 1 - Love and Protect:As the owner of Bishop's Rescue Ranch, Cade knows a thing or two about precious creatures who have been mistreated. But when he's asked to protect Laura Kensington, he never expects to fall for her... more"I was just hoping for a decent romantic suspense read - what I got was a surprisingly comforting, healing book that brought tears to my eyes.""This book had it all! Hotness. Suspense. Very intense story. A great town that I’d love to move to."Book 1 - Love and Protect:As the owner of Bishop's Rescue Ranch, Cade knows a thing or two about precious creatures who have been mistreated. But when he's asked to protect Laura Kensington, he never expects to fall for her. She's strong, beautiful, and very scared of the danger hunting her and her unborn child. He knows he'll stop at nothing to keep her safe.When her abusive husband died, she thought she was in the clear. But Laura is on the run for her life. Her mother-in-law will stop at nothing to take her baby from her. She doesn't have time to notice Cade's muscled arms or the way his dog follows him everywhere. She can't let her guard down and see how he's the kind of quiet and strong man she should have been dreaming of her entire life.Danger is coming for her.Book 2 - Promise and Protect:A perilous homecoming…Promise and Protect is the second book in the heart-soaring and electrifying Heroes of Evers, Texas series by New York Times bestselling author Lori Ryan. A true masterwork of contemporary romantic suspense, it is the story of a beautiful artist returning home to danger, and to a love she never imagined.Exiled by her father, the town sheriff, at age four following the murder of her mother, Katelyn Bowden is finally coming back to tiny Evers, against the wishes of her now-dying parent. The new sheriff, ex-New York cop John Davies, fears Katelyn’s life is in jeopardy from a killer who was never caught. Though she resents the handsome lawman her father has always loved like a son, Katelyn is confused by the passionate sparks that fly whenever they are together. But, will John be able to save her when a murderer finally emerges from hiding?Book 3 - Serve and Protect:She’s hiding from memories that could tear her apart. He knows getting her to face her past is the key to the most important murder investigation he’ll ever handle.Ashley Walker was one of the lucky ones. Adopted when she was fourteen years old by a family who loved her as their own and stuck beside her through all she put them through. She can’t outrun the hell of her past, though. A hell that would haunt her forever.Garret Hensley never imagined he'd be chasing the killer of the woman who'd set him on the path to law enforcement. She'd given him reason to believe in himself, to believe he could make a difference. And he suspected her giving heart was the reason her life had been cut so short. When the evidence leads him to Ashley Walker, he knows he has to ignore the feelings she stirs in him, because getting her to reveal the truth of her past is the key to finding a killer.Book 4 - Honor and Protect:Return to the Heroes of Evers, Texas with Carter Jenkins as he falls for local veterinarian Lily Winn. In between covering for the Sheriff while he's off on his honeymoon, investigating an underground dog racing ring, and helping one of the wounded dogs heal, he also has to try to convince Lily he's worth taking a gamble on! Will the sexy new animal doc give him a shot and risk it all? less