Cajun Connection Series by Kathy Ivan, Operation Alpha

***This book was previously published in Amazon Kindle Worlds*** Haunted by memories of war and strangely prophetic dreams, Gaston "Ranger" Boudreau spends his time alone in the Louisiana bayou he calls home.   When fellow SEAL, Matthew "Wolf" Steel calls in a favor, Ranger can't refuse—a Boudreau always pays his debts.
 Writer Sarah Sloane is in New Orleans on a mission, to find her missing sister... more***This book was previously published in Amazon Kindle Worlds*** Haunted by memories of war and strangely prophetic dreams, Gaston "Ranger" Boudreau spends his time alone in the Louisiana bayou he calls home.   When fellow SEAL, Matthew "Wolf" Steel calls in a favor, Ranger can't refuse—a Boudreau always pays his debts.
 Writer Sarah Sloane is in New Orleans on a mission, to find her missing sister. Unsure what she'll uncover, she needs somebody who knows the city—but more, she needs a bodyguard who can keep her safe. One sexy former Navy SEAL might be just the person for the job. 
 As Ranger's dreams evolve, the dangerous search for Sarah's sister becomes a race against the clock. Can they find her before it's too late, or will their quest cost more than one life? less

Recovering from a horrific ordeal, Savannah Sloane feels she’s finally moving forward with her life. But when reminders of the nightmare she survived begin arriving, her worst fears come crashing back. Haunted by memories of the woman he rescued, computer expert Stefan Carlisle, drops everything when Savannah calls. Rushing to San Diego, he’s intent on eliminating any threat to the woman he’s been unable to forget... moreRecovering from a horrific ordeal, Savannah Sloane feels she’s finally moving forward with her life. But when reminders of the nightmare she survived begin arriving, her worst fears come crashing back. Haunted by memories of the woman he rescued, computer expert Stefan Carlisle, drops everything when Savannah calls. Rushing to San Diego, he’s intent on eliminating any threat to the woman he’s been unable to forget. To win a twisted game of cat and mouse orchestrated by a monster, Stefan enlists the help of the Riverton SEAL team. Will it be enough to save Savannah, or will she be lost forever to a madman bent on revenge? less

After riding herd on the testosterone-filled agents at Carpenter Security, Stephanie Barnes has earned a little R & R. Too bad her luxurious Costa Rican holiday gets turned upside down when armed mercenaries overrun the villa where she’s staying. Taken hostage, she’s forced to use her wits to keep the others calm and the situation from spiraling out of control.Etienne Boudreau is counting the hours until the end of his mandated time off until he can see Stephanie again... moreAfter riding herd on the testosterone-filled agents at Carpenter Security, Stephanie Barnes has earned a little R & R. Too bad her luxurious Costa Rican holiday gets turned upside down when armed mercenaries overrun the villa where she’s staying. Taken hostage, she’s forced to use her wits to keep the others calm and the situation from spiraling out of control.Etienne Boudreau is counting the hours until the end of his mandated time off until he can see Stephanie again. All it takes is one harried S.O.S. message from his brother to catapult him into action. His goal: Save the one woman he’s loved from the moment he saw her. Etienne scrambles to assemble a team for the most important rescue mission of his life.Deep in the Costa Rican jungle secrets, deception, and hidden threats are uncovered. Desire heats up as Etienne and Stephanie struggle to find their way out of danger while their forbidden attraction can no longer be hidden. Can they thwart an egotistical madman hellbent on revenge, or will time run out? less

Gabi Boudreau’s life turns upside down when her best friend shows up on her doorstep, pleading for help. A plan is hatched—a secret shared. When someone begins stalking Gabi, like it or not there’s only one man who can help her. 

 Dylan Roberts owes Carpenter Security Services a favor. When his marker is called in, Dylan heads to New Orleans. He never imagined he’d be playing bodyguard to Gabi Boudreau, or that his attraction to her might create a dangerous distraction... moreGabi Boudreau’s life turns upside down when her best friend shows up on her doorstep, pleading for help. A plan is hatched—a secret shared. When someone begins stalking Gabi, like it or not there’s only one man who can help her. 

 Dylan Roberts owes Carpenter Security Services a favor. When his marker is called in, Dylan heads to New Orleans. He never imagined he’d be playing bodyguard to Gabi Boudreau, or that his attraction to her might create a dangerous distraction. 

 In a manipulative game of cat and mouse, can they prevail or will the evil stalking them win? less

Salem Hudson’s life is as far from perfect as a woman’s can get. The one bright light in her life is her daughter, Chloe. Salem’s finally standing on her own two feet and making her way as a single parent. She’s got friends, a good job, and for the first time in a long time she’s happy.Texas Ranger Jack Sutton has been fascinated with Salem from the time he helped rescue her from her psychotic ex-fiancé. He knew she needed time and space to recover from the trauma and abuse she suffered... moreSalem Hudson’s life is as far from perfect as a woman’s can get. The one bright light in her life is her daughter, Chloe. Salem’s finally standing on her own two feet and making her way as a single parent. She’s got friends, a good job, and for the first time in a long time she’s happy.Texas Ranger Jack Sutton has been fascinated with Salem from the time he helped rescue her from her psychotic ex-fiancé. He knew she needed time and space to recover from the trauma and abuse she suffered.When Chloe’s biological grandmother threatens to sue for custody and take Chloe halfway around the world to live, Salem is at her wits end. When Jack shows up with an impromptu solution, Salem agrees to an insane marriage of convenience to protect her child. Will it be enough, or will her ex’s family steal her child and take her away from Salem permanently?"Kathy Ivan’s books are addictive, you can’t read just one.” Susan Stoker, NYT Bestselling Author less

A deadly family secret. A courageous choice. A love worth fighting for. Jennifer Baptiste crossed a dangerous line when she exposed the powerful Amir family's plot to kidnap a child. In witness protection, she discovers safety is an illusion when mercenaries are dispatched with one order—find her and silence her permanently.Former military operative Noah Temple reluctantly becomes Jennifer's bodyguard... moreA deadly family secret. A courageous choice. A love worth fighting for. Jennifer Baptiste crossed a dangerous line when she exposed the powerful Amir family's plot to kidnap a child. In witness protection, she discovers safety is an illusion when mercenaries are dispatched with one order—find her and silence her permanently.Former military operative Noah Temple reluctantly becomes Jennifer's bodyguard. After two failed attempts on her life, he whisks her away from New Orleans to his remote Tennessee mountain cabin—an ideally defensible position where he can guard her and train her to protect herself.As the walls between protector and witness crumble, their growing attraction complicates an already perilous situation. When mercenaries track them to their mountain sanctuary, Jennifer and Noah are thrust into a desperate fight for survival.With court testimony looming and killers closing in, Noah must use every skill to keep her alive, Jennifer must decide if redemption is worth the cost—and both discover protecting their hearts may be the greatest battle of all. less