Resting Warrior Ranch Series by Josie Jade, Janie Crouch

Sometimes the worst wounds can’t be seen. Lucas Everett knows that firsthand. It's why he and his former Navy SEAL brothers created the Resting Warrior Ranch. They aren’t doctors, but they can offer the healing freedom of their Montana range. And they specialize in training service and emotional support animals to help sooth even the worst emotional scars. Usually, soldiers show up at their door. But this time it's Evelyn Taylor—a soldier in a very different kind of war... moreSometimes the worst wounds can’t be seen. Lucas Everett knows that firsthand. It's why he and his former Navy SEAL brothers created the Resting Warrior Ranch. They aren’t doctors, but they can offer the healing freedom of their Montana range. And they specialize in training service and emotional support animals to help sooth even the worst emotional scars. Usually, soldiers show up at their door. But this time it's Evelyn Taylor—a soldier in a very different kind of war. She's as skittish as one of the horses Lucas gentles. But he’s learned how to be patient with animals, and he’s more than happy to be patient with this quiet beauty too. When Evelyn’s past nightmares show up in Montana, she thinks she has to run again, but Lucas isn’t going to let that happen. He’s protected his country against the worst types of threats, and he’ll protect her too. She’s met the rancher, but now she’s about to meet the SEAL. less

Some mistakes haunt you forever. Harlan Young knows that from personal experience. Walking away from Grace Townsend, even with the best intentions and no other choice, still haunts him to this day. So when he had the chance to return to Montana, and be part of something as special as the Resting Warrior Ranch, he took it. Here he can help train service and emotional support animals for former soldiers with PTSD. And maybe, just maybe, convince Grace to give him a second chance... moreSome mistakes haunt you forever. Harlan Young knows that from personal experience. Walking away from Grace Townsend, even with the best intentions and no other choice, still haunts him to this day. So when he had the chance to return to Montana, and be part of something as special as the Resting Warrior Ranch, he took it. Here he can help train service and emotional support animals for former soldiers with PTSD. And maybe, just maybe, convince Grace to give him a second chance. He never expected that second chance to be in the form of a fake marriage in order to save the land she loves so much. But he’ll do it, as well as help fight the danger closing in on her. She thinks she’s alone, but she’s wrong. She knew him as a boy, but now he's a man. And real men don’t run. less

No one is guaranteed tomorrow. Grant Carter knows that fact intimately. The shrapnel sitting on his spine from an IED is a daily reminder. But the constant pain won’t stop him from working at the Resting Warrior Ranch, training service and emotional support animals to help people with PTSD—something else he’s intimately familiar with. He’ll fight for those who can’t fight for themselves... moreNo one is guaranteed tomorrow. Grant Carter knows that fact intimately. The shrapnel sitting on his spine from an IED is a daily reminder. But the constant pain won’t stop him from working at the Resting Warrior Ranch, training service and emotional support animals to help people with PTSD—something else he’s intimately familiar with. He’ll fight for those who can’t fight for themselves. When his neighbor, shy veterinarian Cori Jackson, is humiliated by her ex-boyfriend for things she’d like to experiment with in bed, Grant is more than happy to show her real men aren’t threatened by an adventurous spirit. The more time he spends with her, the more he realizes the literal girl-next-door is the one for him. And when Cori finds herself in the middle of a dangerous conspiracy surrounding the animals she treats, Grant will make sure she makes it out alive. He's a fighter. Was one in the Navy SEALs and still is one today. And he’ll fight for Cori. Even if it costs him everything. less

Some nightmares you don’t wake up from. Noah Scott spent two months in an enemy prison camp but made it out alive—unlike most of his SEAL team. He’s one of the lucky ones but doesn’t always feel that way with his scarred body and daily fight against PTSD. Working with the animals at the Resting Warrior Ranch helps. So what if he trains service dogs, fosters a couple of kittens, and has an alpaca as one of his best friends? He’ll take whatever holds back the darkness... moreSome nightmares you don’t wake up from. Noah Scott spent two months in an enemy prison camp but made it out alive—unlike most of his SEAL team. He’s one of the lucky ones but doesn’t always feel that way with his scarred body and daily fight against PTSD. Working with the animals at the Resting Warrior Ranch helps. So what if he trains service dogs, fosters a couple of kittens, and has an alpaca as one of his best friends? He’ll take whatever holds back the darkness. When beautiful Kate Tillbeck arrives at the Resting Warrior Ranch neck deep in danger, Noah knows he can’t stand by silently. Especially when the threat centers around a dog fighting ring—and some of the pups he trained may be involved. But to save the animals he loves and the woman he can’t get out of his mind, Noah will have to embrace the darkness he’s pushed down for years. And hope he doesn’t lose himself in the process. less

Kill first, ask questions later. It’s the instinct former-SEAL Jude Williams must fight every time someone touches him. His six months being tortured in an enemy prison camp may be long over, but he’s got scars—all over his body and mind—keeping that time at the forefront of his psyche... moreKill first, ask questions later. It’s the instinct former-SEAL Jude Williams must fight every time someone touches him. His six months being tortured in an enemy prison camp may be long over, but he’s got scars—all over his body and mind—keeping that time at the forefront of his psyche. So how could he even consider giving in to the desire he has for the town’s coffeehouse owner? Lena Mitchell has big gray eyes and a bigger smile—she’s full of life, right down to her purple and teal streaked hair. There are so many reasons Jude should stay away from her. So many ways he’s bad for her. But when danger shows up on Lena’s door, keeping his distance is no longer an option. He’ll protect her from any threat. But who will protect her from him? less

Daniel Clark is the leader. The one who ensures everyone makes it out alive. He took that responsibility seriously when he and his team served in the Navy SEALs together, and he takes it seriously now at the Resting Warrior Ranch. When he and his men broke up the Riders—the vicious dogfighting gang who also kept some human captives—they got everyone to safety. Except for the woman who’d been caged—Emma. She disappeared into the night... moreDaniel Clark is the leader. The one who ensures everyone makes it out alive. He took that responsibility seriously when he and his team served in the Navy SEALs together, and he takes it seriously now at the Resting Warrior Ranch. When he and his men broke up the Riders—the vicious dogfighting gang who also kept some human captives—they got everyone to safety. Except for the woman who’d been caged—Emma. She disappeared into the night. So when she shows up in his tiny Montana town—in bad physical shape, begging not to be taken to the hospital—Daniel can’t believe it. He does the only thing he can: brings her home. He’s a warrior, not a caregiver, but he’ll have to be both in this case. The people after her don’t just want to put her in a cage this time. They want her dead. But if they want to get to Emma, they’re going to have to go through Daniel. And that’s not going to happen. less

Raised in a cult where opinions and freedom in women were not tolerated, Mara Greene narrowly escaped a life as a child bride—one where she would’ve been shared and owned by all the men in the compound. Her testimony helped put the cult leader in prison, but she’s never truly gotten past the horrors inflicted on her. Her conditioning to keep silent persists even now—despite having found a safe haven at the Resting Warrior Ranch. Here she’s safe, but still always alone and trapped in her silence... moreRaised in a cult where opinions and freedom in women were not tolerated, Mara Greene narrowly escaped a life as a child bride—one where she would’ve been shared and owned by all the men in the compound. Her testimony helped put the cult leader in prison, but she’s never truly gotten past the horrors inflicted on her. Her conditioning to keep silent persists even now—despite having found a safe haven at the Resting Warrior Ranch. Here she’s safe, but still always alone and trapped in her silence. Liam Anderson is always the first team member to crack a smile or a joke. No one—not even his Navy SEAL brothers—know about his painful past or the truth he hides behind his charming mask. He’s captivated by fragile Mara and wants to help her heal. Watching her find her voice is the most amazing thing he’s ever known. And it doesn’t take long to realize she’s healing him just as much. When Mara’s past resurfaces, Liam won’t let her face it alone. He’ll be her personal protector no matter what it cost. No one is going to steal her voice again. less

Psychiatrist Rayne Westerfield has found purpose in helping patients, especially those with PTSD, heal at the Resting Warrior Ranch. For her, there’s no greater calling than equipping people to fight the worst of their demons. But she’s never allowed anyone to help her fight her own. She’s kept her distance. Kept herself buttoned up tight. Even the people in the small Montana town she’s known for years—the ones she calls friends—don’t know who she really is, and the fears she hides... morePsychiatrist Rayne Westerfield has found purpose in helping patients, especially those with PTSD, heal at the Resting Warrior Ranch. For her, there’s no greater calling than equipping people to fight the worst of their demons. But she’s never allowed anyone to help her fight her own. She’s kept her distance. Kept herself buttoned up tight. Even the people in the small Montana town she’s known for years—the ones she calls friends—don’t know who she really is, and the fears she hides. And that’s okay. But it’s not okay to Cole Phillips. The FBI agent’s first interaction with the Resting Warrior Ranch a few months ago wasn’t under the best of circumstances, but he’s determined to make up for that now. Where everyone else sees ice in Rayne, he sees fire. And he’s not going to let her fears keep him at a distance. Especially not when Rayne witnesses something she shouldn’t and a killer comes after her. Cole will battle the criminal determined to silence her, and the fears she’s buried so deep. The healer has fought for everyone else. Now this warrior will fight for her . less

Fairytale, Colorado. For Jasmine Adel, it seems like the perfect place to start over. What bad could happen in a town with such a charming name? She’s not qualified to do much, so finding a job at the local dress shop is a relief and a chance to leave behind the life that has been slowly smothering her. She’s making friends. She’s even flirting a little with the town’s handsome sheriff. Until her boss is murdered right in front of her... moreFairytale, Colorado. For Jasmine Adel, it seems like the perfect place to start over. What bad could happen in a town with such a charming name? She’s not qualified to do much, so finding a job at the local dress shop is a relief and a chance to leave behind the life that has been slowly smothering her. She’s making friends. She’s even flirting a little with the town’s handsome sheriff. Until her boss is murdered right in front of her. Sheriff Beau Prince takes pride in keeping his hometown safe. After all, he’s part of the founding Fairytale family. .. complete with ten brothers. When a murder rocks the community and the beautiful new stranger is caught up in the middle of it, Beau’s not sure if she’s friend or foe. But he’s definitely sure she has secrets. As the shocking truth about Jasmine comes out, more danger pours in. This Prince will have to risk everything to save his princess and prove to her fairytales do come true. less

A woman who can’t remember. A soldier who wishes he could forget. Hunter Everett may have gotten out of the Special Forces, but the demons that haunt him aren’t as easy to escape. His friends keep encouraging him to come stay at the Resting Warrior Ranch. After all, it was created for people like Hunter—soldiers with PTSD struggling to readjust to civilian life—but he isn’t interested. It’s better, safer, for everyone if he just remains alone... moreA woman who can’t remember. A soldier who wishes he could forget. Hunter Everett may have gotten out of the Special Forces, but the demons that haunt him aren’t as easy to escape. His friends keep encouraging him to come stay at the Resting Warrior Ranch. After all, it was created for people like Hunter—soldiers with PTSD struggling to readjust to civilian life—but he isn’t interested. It’s better, safer, for everyone if he just remains alone. Until he discovers Jada Moyer—bruised, terrified, and with no memory of anything about her life. Cops and criminals alike seem to be gunning for this gentle beauty, but she doesn’t know why. Hunter can’t leave her to face it on her own. The more they learn, the deeper the rabbit hole goes. But one thing they both know for the only way to create a future is for them both to face their pasts. .. And hope they survive. less

She ran to save her life. Now the man she once betrayed is her only hope. Home to both the Resting Warrior Ranch and Pawsitive Connections, Garnet Bend, Montana is a small town full of big heroes. Anyone would want to live there. Anybody but Piper Matthews. She swore she’d never come back after what her father did to the town and what she did to Sheriff Lachlan Calloway. But desperation has a way of rewriting promises... moreShe ran to save her life. Now the man she once betrayed is her only hope. Home to both the Resting Warrior Ranch and Pawsitive Connections, Garnet Bend, Montana is a small town full of big heroes. Anyone would want to live there. Anybody but Piper Matthews. She swore she’d never come back after what her father did to the town and what she did to Sheriff Lachlan Calloway. But desperation has a way of rewriting promises. With a baby in her arms and nowhere left to run, Piper returns to the only place that ever felt like home. Lachlan never expected to see Piper again—especially not with a child that has his eyes. The woman who once disappeared without a word is now sleeping under his roof, guarding more secrets than she’s willing to share. She says she’s done running. But Piper’s past is closing in fast—and it’s darker, more dangerous, and more tangled up in Lachlan’s world than he could ever imagine. In a town built on quiet loyalty and buried lies, the truth is about to break everything wide open. less

Everyone told photographer Piper Matthews she was damaged goods. For three years, she believed them. Now she's in Montana near the famed Resting Warrior Ranch with a camera, determination, and scars both visible and hidden. She thinks she's finally found peace and a way to start over. Until her lens captures a brutal murder in the remote mountains and Piper becomes the prey in a deadly game. Lachlan Callaway takes his new job as the sheriff of Garnet Bend seriously... moreEveryone told photographer Piper Matthews she was damaged goods. For three years, she believed them. Now she's in Montana near the famed Resting Warrior Ranch with a camera, determination, and scars both visible and hidden. She thinks she's finally found peace and a way to start over. Until her lens captures a brutal murder in the remote mountains and Piper becomes the prey in a deadly game. Lachlan Callaway takes his new job as the sheriff of Garnet Bend seriously. He loves this town, and the people here, despite the trauma he hides. When Piper shows up terrified and alone, something in this quiet beauty pulls at parts of him he thought were long dead. As the killer's trail leads them deeper into darkness, Piper must trust the one thing she swore she never would again—her heart. And Lachlan will have to prove he’s the man to keep it—and her—safe. less