Red Star Rebel Squad Series by Brynn Hale

He's put his life on hold. She's put his memory behind her. But when he comes back from the dead, can their love be resurrected, too?MurphyFive years ago, I died. At least that's what my family thinks. That's what Luna Malone thinks and maybe it's for the best.Murphy isn't my real name- it's a code, a moniker. As part of the Red Star Rebels when I go into a country or situation, I need to remain nameless... moreHe's put his life on hold. She's put his memory behind her. But when he comes back from the dead, can their love be resurrected, too?MurphyFive years ago, I died. At least that's what my family thinks. That's what Luna Malone thinks and maybe it's for the best.Murphy isn't my real name- it's a code, a moniker. As part of the Red Star Rebels when I go into a country or situation, I need to remain nameless.Now my contract is up and I have to make a decision, sign up for another five years and stay gone or reappear like a ghost and move on with my life.But has she moved on without me?LunaI was fine. I was moving on. And then I think I see him at the bookstore. And then at the coffeehouse. And then...across the street.I'm not going crazy. But seeing a ghost isn't normal for me.And when I reach out and touch the ghost and he's real, I'm not freaked out--I'm storming mad!He's getting all of this southern woman attitude and it's coming in hot.He thinks with his training he can handle any situation--let's find out!The Red ★ Rebel Squad series are fast-paced, sweet and steamy short stories of ex-military men turned contract for hire and the confident and sassy women who can live without the complications of a relationship but will find they can't live without the love. less

He’s never looked back. She’s never looked forward. But when he’s hurt in a covert operation, can he count on her again? BronsonI watched from a distance through a scope as they lowered the casket into the vault. I cursed myself as she crumbled to the ground when everyone was gone. Neveah knows me as another name and her best friend and confidant. I’m still the same guy, but I don’t think she’ll see it like that... moreHe’s never looked back. She’s never looked forward. But when he’s hurt in a covert operation, can he count on her again? BronsonI watched from a distance through a scope as they lowered the casket into the vault. I cursed myself as she crumbled to the ground when everyone was gone. Neveah knows me as another name and her best friend and confidant. I’m still the same guy, but I don’t think she’ll see it like that.I know her past and I helped her through the darkest days, except for one…the day I died. The day I realized that she loved me like I loved her. And now I need her again and she’s the only person I can trust. I never stopped loving her. I’m going to find out if she feels the same. NeveahI opened the door and realized the last five years were a lie. His life is a lie. And I don’t tolerate liars—he knows this. Looking a dead man in the eyes is like seeing into heaven. But when he speaks, I feel like I’m in hell. Every wish, every dream, every wanting moment comes rushing back to me. I can’t do this again, especially if he’s returning to his ghostly status after these two weeks. I’ve hid too much in my life, but I’ll continue to hide my feelings to protect my heart.He thinks he can return from the dead and sleep in my bed. Hell to the no! If he wants back into my life…he’ll need to bring not only his best moves, but also the truth. The latter will be the harder for him. The Red ★ Rebel Squad series are fast-paced, sweet and steamy short stories of ex-military men turned contract for hire and the confident and sassy women who can live without the complications of a relationship but will find they can't live without the love. less

He’s hurting but he took an oath to never tell anyone why. She heals broken people, but Halsey’s a deep kind of broken that even scares her. Could Dharma be the cure for what’s ailing him or will they break each other until the pieces can’t be put back together? HalseyWhat do you do when someone wants you dead, but they already killed you? I gave everything to this job, my family, my sanity, my heart, my life…but now they want the ultimate sacrifice and I’m not sure I won’t give in... moreHe’s hurting but he took an oath to never tell anyone why. She heals broken people, but Halsey’s a deep kind of broken that even scares her. Could Dharma be the cure for what’s ailing him or will they break each other until the pieces can’t be put back together? HalseyWhat do you do when someone wants you dead, but they already killed you? I gave everything to this job, my family, my sanity, my heart, my life…but now they want the ultimate sacrifice and I’m not sure I won’t give in.I make an appointment to see a shrink to get my head right. I hate them, but this Dr. Howard comes recommended by my pal Patton.If this guy tries to make me feel, I swear, I’ll be out of there in ten seconds.But this guy isn’t a guy and wow, do I feel something. More than ever.I don’t think I can do what she’s asking me to, but I’m going to do what I always do, buckle down and get the mission done. DharmaI can see emotions in his eyes, but it isn’t fear. It’s worse than fear.I’ve worked with soldiers my entire career and it never gets easier to hear their stories, but I can’t help Halsey unless he opens up to me.He finally breaks, but I break with him. His pain is my pain and I feel him.I shouldn’t have dinner with him, and drinks are a no-no, but this is a feeling that even scares me.If Halsey wants into my life, he’s going to have to make some big changes…and that’s going to take everything inside of him coming out.I won’t take anything less than the real him. Let’s see if he can soldier up. The Red ★ Rebel Squad series are fast-paced, sweet and steamy short stories of ex-military men turned contract for hire and the confident and sassy women who can live without the complications of a relationship but will find they can't live without the love. less

He’s ready to move on…maybe. She’s good being a single mom. Can they rise from the ashes of their previous lives to live and love again? PattonI’m done. The Red Star Rebel Squad is my past and I’m ready for the future Or am I?I’m on my first vacation in ten years when I meet her.Faith—I love her name, but I can’t conjure the feeling.She needs someone to care for her son. Maybe it’s my training, but I step up for the task... moreHe’s ready to move on…maybe. She’s good being a single mom. Can they rise from the ashes of their previous lives to live and love again? PattonI’m done. The Red Star Rebel Squad is my past and I’m ready for the future Or am I?I’m on my first vacation in ten years when I meet her.Faith—I love her name, but I can’t conjure the feeling.She needs someone to care for her son. Maybe it’s my training, but I step up for the task.And what I find out scares me worse than any dangerous mission I ever undertaken.Faith is kind, patient, and understanding and she steals my heart in one night.When she finds out my past, she’s shaken and worried for her son’s safety.Can I prove that coming back from the dead isn’t dangerous for her heart?FaithWe were fine living our small town life, with our small town happiness, and our small town dreams.A flirting machine on long legs steps into the brewery and I’m as liquid in his hands as the beer I’m pouring.But I come with an extra person to love, my first love, my eight-month-old son Hawk.I’m in a bind for a babysitter, and he volunteers. I’m cautious, but I don’t really have options.And then I see them together and my world explodes.He’s intriguing, handsome, and lost—but if I trust him, I wonder if we can save each other.And when an emergency pulls them together, will they hold onto each other, or will their pasts pull them apart? The Red ★ Rebel Squad series are fast-paced, sweet and steamy short stories of ex-military men turned contract for hire and the confident and sassy women who can live without the complications of a relationship but will find they can't live without the love. less

FremontThree months ago, I was tortured for four hours. The longest hours of my life. I thought I’d be fine. But I’m not.I take a break from the Red Star Rebel Squad to clear my head. But I’m returning to the Squad, there’s no question about that.Back home, I run into my high school sweetheart and my head is more jumbled than ever.Irie’s a sweet and curvy angel, and I feel safe and calm in her presence... moreFremontThree months ago, I was tortured for four hours. The longest hours of my life. I thought I’d be fine. But I’m not.I take a break from the Red Star Rebel Squad to clear my head. But I’m returning to the Squad, there’s no question about that.Back home, I run into my high school sweetheart and my head is more jumbled than ever.Irie’s a sweet and curvy angel, and I feel safe and calm in her presence.She’s refusing to be reasonable, and my next mission is waiting, and I’m confused what mission I truly want.If I stay, I’m abandoning my calling, but if I go, I’m calling it quits on us…on her.I can’t stay and watch her die. IrieTwo months ago, I walked away from treatment and decided I was going to enjoy the end of my life my way. But then Tenley comes back and he begs me to live. That’s high and mighty for a man I thought was dead for seven years.He’s changed, and I’m not sure for the better. But it’s clear the man I once loved is still inside.My heart has always been his, but my heart has always been broken too, so what does it know?Tenley’s a snarky, sexy, hot mess, and so am I. I believe I don't have forever, and he's already gone, so what will it hurt to fall again? When an unexpected call says I have a chance at a future, will he stay or will I face the operation alone? The Red ★ Rebel Squad series are fast-paced, sweet and steamy short stories of ex-military men turned contract for hire and the confident and sassy women who can live without the complications of a relationship but will find they can't live without the love. less