Bayou Sabine Series by Lauren Faulkenberry

Louisiana gets a whole lot hotter in this spellbinding story of secrets, betrayal, and seduction.  When Enza Parker inherits her estranged grandmother's house, it dredges up a haunting mystery—and puts her in the path of the most alluring man she's ever met. For Enza, Bayou Sabine means pain and heartache: a mother who left her and a father whose lies have caught up with him. Her only fondness for the bayou comes from the summers she spent there with her grandmother, Vergie... moreLouisiana gets a whole lot hotter in this spellbinding story of secrets, betrayal, and seduction.  When Enza Parker inherits her estranged grandmother's house, it dredges up a haunting mystery—and puts her in the path of the most alluring man she's ever met. For Enza, Bayou Sabine means pain and heartache: a mother who left her and a father whose lies have caught up with him. Her only fondness for the bayou comes from the summers she spent there with her grandmother, Vergie. Now that Vergie’s gone, Enza wants to flip the house and put her past to rest—but this small town is full of big secrets—and it has one more surprise for her. When Enza finds her grandmother’s house occupied by sexy firefighter Jack Mayronne, she wants to kick him out. But Jack turns on the charm and convinces her to let him stay in exchange for helping her flip the house. Sparks fly as they share the same roof, and as their fling intensifies, Enza learns that Jack has dangerous secrets of his own. When the truth about her mother’s disappearance begins to surface, Enza must decide: how much is she willing to sacrifice to start over—and can she trust Jack with her heart?  Note: This book was previously published with the title Bayou My Love. “Faulkenberry creates a world of magic, suspense, and desire. An engrossing romance with just the right amount of heat!” -Julie C. Gardner, author of Letters for Scarlet less

A small town buried her mother’s darkest secret. How far will she go to dig it up? Return to the sultry bayou with award-winning author Lauren Faulkenberry in this addictive story of romance, friendship, and confronting your deepest fears. Years after her mother’s haunting disappearance, Enza has finally moved on—she knows that some secrets will never be revealed. With a new family, a blossoming career, and her new love Jack, she seems to have it all... moreA small town buried her mother’s darkest secret. How far will she go to dig it up? Return to the sultry bayou with award-winning author Lauren Faulkenberry in this addictive story of romance, friendship, and confronting your deepest fears. Years after her mother’s haunting disappearance, Enza has finally moved on—she knows that some secrets will never be revealed. With a new family, a blossoming career, and her new love Jack, she seems to have it all. She should be happy, but if her past has taught her anything, it’s that this kind of happiness means disaster is right around the corner.One explosive holiday dinner turns her world upside down, and forces Enza to decide where her loyalties lie. One guest puts someone Enza loves in danger, and forces her to hide it from Jack. Another shares a tantalizing secret about Enza's mother that sends her spiraling deeper into the mystery, desperate to find the truth. Now she'll risk everything she's built to learn what really happened to her mother—but will it be enough to set her free?With a friend in danger, and her relationship with Jack hanging in the balance, she must decide: how much will she sacrifice to put her demons behind her—for good? Bayou Whispers is a rich and emotional story that will draw readers into the heat of the bayou and leave them wanting more. –Tina Ann Forkner, award-winning author of Waking Up Joy less

Sometimes a little trouble—and a lot of Louisiana heat—can help you find your way…this standalone novella from Amazon best-selling author Lauren Faulkenberry is part romance, part comedy, and all small-town fun.Kate McDonnell wants to escape her hectic city life. A week-long getaway to her friend’s quiet small-town home should be just what she needs to recharge—but when sexy sheriff Andre Dufresne stops by, her vacation takes a turn she didn’t expect... moreSometimes a little trouble—and a lot of Louisiana heat—can help you find your way…this standalone novella from Amazon best-selling author Lauren Faulkenberry is part romance, part comedy, and all small-town fun.Kate McDonnell wants to escape her hectic city life. A week-long getaway to her friend’s quiet small-town home should be just what she needs to recharge—but when sexy sheriff Andre Dufresne stops by, her vacation takes a turn she didn’t expect. Kate’s not looking for love—she just broke her engagement with her scoundrel fiancé, and Bayou Sabine is just a temporary refuge. But when Andre turns on the charm, she wonders: would a light-hearted fling really be so bad?Andre is smitten, and will do anything to win Kate over. He’s never met a woman quite like her, and he’s not about to let her slip away. But the clock is ticking for Kate, and as she gets closer to Andre, she makes a mistake that could ruin everything. Can she slow down long enough to listen to her heart, or will her fear of being hurt again ruin any chance they have at love? Fans of Alice Clayton and Jennifer Crusie will delight in this lighthearted romantic romp. less

How far would you go to outrun your past?Kate McDonnell's life is crumbling around her. When a handsome stranger from her past shows up at her house unannounced, she jumps at the chance to escape with him. A romantic getaway is just what she needs—but they aren't even over the county line when Kate gets disastrous news from home.Kate's been avoiding her family home for years—that place holds a dark part of her past that she hasn't let anyone see... moreHow far would you go to outrun your past?Kate McDonnell's life is crumbling around her. When a handsome stranger from her past shows up at her house unannounced, she jumps at the chance to escape with him. A romantic getaway is just what she needs—but they aren't even over the county line when Kate gets disastrous news from home.Kate's been avoiding her family home for years—that place holds a dark part of her past that she hasn't let anyone see. She has much to atone for, but helping her family means facing the demons she's been running from since she was seventeen. The last thing she wants to do is bring her new beau into a house full of secrets and lies, but she's desperate to right the wrongs of her past, and he's not about to let her do it alone. When the worst mistake of Kate's life catches up with her, she'll have to muster all of her courage to right that terrible wrong—but will the truth set her free, or destroy her new life and everyone in it? less