Dare to Risk Series by Danielle Pays

Don’t mix business with pleasure. At least that’s what she keeps telling herself. Ryan Thiel, known as Seattle’s most eligible bachelor instead of Seattle’s most powerful businessman, all because a local magazine changed its story direction after taking one look at him. He gets it, he’s hot. But he’s not happy about it. He has no interest in dating. Last time he tried, it ended in disaster. Then he meets Katie and all that changes... moreDon’t mix business with pleasure. At least that’s what she keeps telling herself. Ryan Thiel, known as Seattle’s most eligible bachelor instead of Seattle’s most powerful businessman, all because a local magazine changed its story direction after taking one look at him. He gets it, he’s hot. But he’s not happy about it. He has no interest in dating. Last time he tried, it ended in disaster. Then he meets Katie and all that changes. Katie Capone is starting over after discovering her ex-boyfriend slept with her coworkers. Now at a new job, she won’t make the mistake of mixing business with personal ever again. Then she meets Ryan. Forced to work with Ryan, Katie struggles to keep their relationship professional. Hard to do with the steamy looks he keeps giving her. Ryan wants Katie and this time, he is willing to wait. But when his past comes back and threatens to hurt Katie, Ryan must decide between the woman he wants or exposing a past he has buried. Surrounded by danger, Katie must decide if she can trust Ryan or if she is being used again. Pursued was selected as a finalist for the Daphne Du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery/Suspense. This is a steamy, stand-alone, HEA romantic suspense romance. less

Someone knows Jake's secret. If he doesn't pay up, everyone will. But no way he's playing their game... ...until his blackmailer threatens Tara. Tara's fought her way back from scandal once to build a successful career. With her own morning TV show, her life now is almost perfect. Hiding out in a small cabin with Tara was not part of Jake's plan, but the latest threat includes her, and it's the only way he can protect her. Tara's not having any of it... moreSomeone knows Jake's secret. If he doesn't pay up, everyone will. But no way he's playing their game... ...until his blackmailer threatens Tara. Tara's fought her way back from scandal once to build a successful career. With her own morning TV show, her life now is almost perfect. Hiding out in a small cabin with Tara was not part of Jake's plan, but the latest threat includes her, and it's the only way he can protect her. Tara's not having any of it. From her view, Jake is arrogant, infuriating, and does nothing but argue with her. (If he would only stay out of her fantasies.) When sparks fly, with the blackmailer closing in, Jake's not sure who'll take him down first--the blackmailer or Tara. There's a good chance both their lives may go up in flames.... Preorder Played now and share in the heat. less

Josh Morgan swore he’d never return to Washington State. But when he gets a letter from the man, he learns is his father; he has no choice.Shaw Seymour has had a hell of a year. She was framed and almost lost her license to practice law. With distrust at an all-time high, she’s learned to keep others at arm’s length.When Shaw’s assigned to handle an easy estate matter. She never thought the client would be the man who broke her heart eight years ago... moreJosh Morgan swore he’d never return to Washington State. But when he gets a letter from the man, he learns is his father; he has no choice.Shaw Seymour has had a hell of a year. She was framed and almost lost her license to practice law. With distrust at an all-time high, she’s learned to keep others at arm’s length.When Shaw’s assigned to handle an easy estate matter. She never thought the client would be the man who broke her heart eight years ago. Josh never expected the lawyer assigned to his father’s estate would be the one who got away. He’s got a second chance, and he’s not going to let it go to waste.When someone calls into question Josh’s claim to the ranch, they will do whatever it takes to make sure he doesn’t get it. Josh wants Shaw back, and Shaw just wants to do her job, but can they learn to trust one another before a legal dispute turns deadly? less