Poison Pen Series by Marissa Ann

Baratta: mysterious, unfathomable, and resolute. They've said I'm missing that little something that everyone else has. Empathy. But I guess your mom dying when you're young, being raised by the Mob afterwards then recruited into a top secret squad within the military to train as a killer may do that to you. My Aunt and Uncle are the only ones I need. Until her... Fiona: talented, bold, and renowned. My brother has always been my lifeline... moreBaratta: mysterious, unfathomable, and resolute. They've said I'm missing that little something that everyone else has. Empathy. But I guess your mom dying when you're young, being raised by the Mob afterwards then recruited into a top secret squad within the military to train as a killer may do that to you. My Aunt and Uncle are the only ones I need. Until her... Fiona: talented, bold, and renowned. My brother has always been my lifeline. Raising me since we were kids because our parents suck, he’s always been the one I run to when my life goes haywire. His club helped me realize my dream and have always been there for me. They are all I've ever needed. Until him.... After a brief hookup two years ago, she didn’t think she’d ever see him again. But there he was looking just as good as she remembered. A highly sought after tattoo artist, Fiona's circle now includes many of the rich and famous. Poison Pen, her new shop, has just opened but that’s when the trouble starts. Baratta has no room or time in his life for love. But something about her calls to his very soul. When trouble starts, will he be able to open up and save the woman that has captured a heart he thinks no longer exists? less

After his ex-wife destroyed his career as an up and coming fighter, Austin settled down in small town Montana to help out his best friend. He is slowly pulling his life out of the gutter she left him in and trying to move forward when she suddenly reappears in his path. Making demands and upending everything he has worked for. In a moment of madness he introduces Lily as his fiance hoping it will send his ex running. Little does he know she has sinister plans for him... moreAfter his ex-wife destroyed his career as an up and coming fighter, Austin settled down in small town Montana to help out his best friend. He is slowly pulling his life out of the gutter she left him in and trying to move forward when she suddenly reappears in his path. Making demands and upending everything he has worked for. In a moment of madness he introduces Lily as his fiance hoping it will send his ex running. Little does he know she has sinister plans for him.Lily is tired of guys thinking they can take what they want without permission. She is a blonde but not an airheaded bimbo like guys seem to think when they see her. Working for her best friend is the best decision she has ever made. Not only does she get to do what she loves, create art. She also gets to work with other strong women. When her martial arts teacher, the man she has been secretly drooling over for months, needs help she isn’t about to say no.**This is Book 2 in the Poison Pen Series, while there are Characters and references to events that happens in Book 1, Baratta's Darkness, this can still be read as a stand alone.** This book is for mature audiences. less

After spending seven years living in the shadows, Arin Conelly has a chance to shine. Will she take it?Giving up her baby for adoption when she was 15 years old seemed like the hardest decision Arin ever had to make. Looking into her baby’s bright eyes, Arin knew she was doing the right thing. Now seven years later she is faced with another tough decision... moreAfter spending seven years living in the shadows, Arin Conelly has a chance to shine. Will she take it?Giving up her baby for adoption when she was 15 years old seemed like the hardest decision Arin ever had to make. Looking into her baby’s bright eyes, Arin knew she was doing the right thing. Now seven years later she is faced with another tough decision. Should she stay in the town where she grew up, always living in the shadow of her famous bosses or can she make a name for herself?  During his law internship, Taylor Burns' mentor became ill during a high profile case. A case he was losing. Taylor stepped up, winning the case and the notoriety that came with it. Since then he has specialized in family law, with a few exceptions. Poison Pen is one of those exceptions. He came to White Summer to help on a custody case. But it has become his third home. The first being Alaska, the second the courtroom. Something about the town and the people in it keeps pulling him back.It couldn’t possibly be the hazel eyed beauty he can’t keep his eyes or his thoughts off of at Poison Pen. Could it? less

Mika Stone has been living a lie. Hungry and homeless, the search for answers leaves her stranded in Alaska.Seeing the help wanted sign at Poison Pen is the answer to her prayers. In more ways than she thinks…Atka Heartsong is the pride of his people. Attending law school leads him to an internship with Taylor Burns. Arriving home to find a naked woman in his shower, Atka believes she has been sent by the Gods... moreMika Stone has been living a lie. Hungry and homeless, the search for answers leaves her stranded in Alaska.Seeing the help wanted sign at Poison Pen is the answer to her prayers. In more ways than she thinks…Atka Heartsong is the pride of his people. Attending law school leads him to an internship with Taylor Burns. Arriving home to find a naked woman in his shower, Atka believes she has been sent by the Gods. Can Mika learn to open her heart to someone new?Can Atka convince her they are meant to be? less

Cassandra Lowell is a free spirit taking herself wherever the wind blows. When she blew into Anchorage, Alaska she needed a job.Working at Poison Pen ticks off all her requirements. She gets to work in a fun atmosphere and drool over muscle bound bodies all day long. She may seem ditzy but she is the most organized person she knows.When Arin and her husband invested in a gym to keep up their self defense lessons, Jacob came highly recommended through a mutual friend... moreCassandra Lowell is a free spirit taking herself wherever the wind blows. When she blew into Anchorage, Alaska she needed a job.Working at Poison Pen ticks off all her requirements. She gets to work in a fun atmosphere and drool over muscle bound bodies all day long. She may seem ditzy but she is the most organized person she knows.When Arin and her husband invested in a gym to keep up their self defense lessons, Jacob came highly recommended through a mutual friend.Looking to retire from MMA, Jake jumped at the chance to go off-grid. Having lived his life in the limelight, he loves the peace he finds in Alaska. A peace that ends the moment he meets outgoing, exuberant Cassandra.When Cass’ past closes in, will she blow out of town just as quickly as she blew in?Can Jake convince her he’s strong enough to protect them both? less

Divorced with two kids, Shelby Lynn Porter needs a place to hide from her ex-husband. When he tried to attack her in the courtroom she saw her life flash before her eyes.Being the only child of celebrity parents puts her in the spotlight, which is the last place she wants to be.Glitch loves his life. Partying it up with the local MC, women at his beck and call, riding the roads with nothing to hold him back. He has no plans to change that, until he sets his eyes on her... moreDivorced with two kids, Shelby Lynn Porter needs a place to hide from her ex-husband. When he tried to attack her in the courtroom she saw her life flash before her eyes.Being the only child of celebrity parents puts her in the spotlight, which is the last place she wants to be.Glitch loves his life. Partying it up with the local MC, women at his beck and call, riding the roads with nothing to hold him back. He has no plans to change that, until he sets his eyes on her. Taylor and Arin’s new nanny is one hot mama and he wants her, but is he ready for a family?Is Shelby ready to move on from the trauma of her past and allow someone else in? less