McIntyre Search and Rescue Series by April Wilson

Book 2 of the McIntyre Search and Rescue series featuring Maggie and Owen.Welcome back to Bryce, Colorado, a small town in The Rocky Mountains. Maggie's a divorced mom with two teenage sons. Owen is a retired U.S. Marine who suffers from PTSD. She needs him just as much as he needs her. What's it going to take to bring them together? This romantic suspense novel is filled with heart and feels. Lots of feels. And a few surprises you'll enjoy.

Gabrielle Hunter has always dreamed of running her own restaurant. But as a sous-chef in a five-star Italian restaurant in Chicago, she's way down on the seniority list. She'll never get her big chance. When friends out west in the Rocky Mountains offer her a chance of a lifetime--move out there and run the restaurant at their McIntyre Wilderness Excursions Lodge, Gabrielle takes a big chance and says YES... moreGabrielle Hunter has always dreamed of running her own restaurant. But as a sous-chef in a five-star Italian restaurant in Chicago, she's way down on the seniority list. She'll never get her big chance. When friends out west in the Rocky Mountains offer her a chance of a lifetime--move out there and run the restaurant at their McIntyre Wilderness Excursions Lodge, Gabrielle takes a big chance and says YES. She's more than ready to run her own restaurant, but what she's not ready for is the surly, grumpy cowboy who manages the stables and oversees the horseback adventures.John Burke is a retired military vet who suffered burns on the left side of his face and left hand. His injuries ended his military career, and now he's trying to find his way in the civilian world. Tattered and Torn is a beauty and the beast story with a western twist, featuring a grumpy, anti-social cowboy as the beast and a beautiful red-headed as the sunshine beauty.Tattered and Torn is book 3 in the McIntyre Search and Rescue series. It can be read standalone, but it will be enjoyed so much more as part of the series. Swoonworthy hero action, a strong and feisty heroine, action, adventure, and lots of feels in this small-town setting. No cheating, of course, and an HEA is guaranteed! less

Ruth owns a tavern in a small town at the foot of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Jack is a retired assassin who wants to settle down and build a life for himself after completing his last job. But the Russian mafia whose leader he took out has other plans for him. Jack has been on the move for the past six months, always managing to stay one step ahead of the mob. When he stops one night in Ruth's tavern, he finds himself drawn to her, not just to her beauty, but to her strength... moreRuth owns a tavern in a small town at the foot of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Jack is a retired assassin who wants to settle down and build a life for himself after completing his last job. But the Russian mafia whose leader he took out has other plans for him. Jack has been on the move for the past six months, always managing to stay one step ahead of the mob. When he stops one night in Ruth's tavern, he finds himself drawn to her, not just to her beauty, but to her strength. Jack's determined to hang around this small town and become the man he thinks Ruth deserves. When the inevitable showdown happens, Jack will literally put himself between Ruth and the mob to make sure she doesn't pay the price for his past.Dark and Dangerous is book 4 in the McIntyre Search and Rescue series. Action, suspense, and lots of romance. HEA guaranteed. Can be read standalone. less

Ruth owns a tavern in a small town at the foot of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Jack is a retired assassin who wants to settle down and build a life for himself after completing his last job. But the Russian mafia whose leader he took out has other plans for him. Jack has been on the move for the past six months, always managing to stay one step ahead of the mob. When he stops one night in Ruth's tavern, he finds himself drawn to her, not just to her beauty, but to her strength... moreRuth owns a tavern in a small town at the foot of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Jack is a retired assassin who wants to settle down and build a life for himself after completing his last job. But the Russian mafia whose leader he took out has other plans for him. Jack has been on the move for the past six months, always managing to stay one step ahead of the mob. When he stops one night in Ruth's tavern, he finds himself drawn to her, not just to her beauty, but to her strength. Jack's determined to hang around this small town and become the man he thinks Ruth deserves. When the inevitable showdown happens, Jack will literally put himself between Ruth and the mob to make sure she doesn't pay the price for his past.Dark and Dangerous is book 4 in the McIntyre Search and Rescue series. Action, suspense, and lots of romance. HEA guaranteed. Can be read standalone. less

Micah Jackson's life is turned upside down when a young woman shows up at his auto repair shop in Bryce, Colorado, in the middle of the night in desperate need of repairs on her minivan camper. The more Micah gets to know her, the more he wants to protect her from the mysterious threat looming over her.

Sheriff Chris Nelson has been in love with Jennie Lopez since they were kids. They grew up together in a small town, best friends, both misfits who were bullied mercilessly. But no matter how hard he tried to get Jennie to go out with him, she always said no. Finally, he gave up trying.Years later, trouble arises when Jennie's abusive ex-husband returns to town intent on getting hold of her inheritance. Chris will do anything to protect his best friend. It helps he's the sheriff... moreSheriff Chris Nelson has been in love with Jennie Lopez since they were kids. They grew up together in a small town, best friends, both misfits who were bullied mercilessly. But no matter how hard he tried to get Jennie to go out with him, she always said no. Finally, he gave up trying.Years later, trouble arises when Jennie's abusive ex-husband returns to town intent on getting hold of her inheritance. Chris will do anything to protect his best friend. It helps he's the sheriff.As the danger to Jennie escalates, Chris will go above and beyond to protect the love of his life. Even put his life on the line. But will it be enough to save their second chance at happiness?Fans of the McIntyre Search and Rescue Series will enjoy spending time with familiar favorite characters from previous books in the series. All of the books in the series can be read standalone, but they'll be enjoyed so much more read in order.This small town romance checks all the boxes:Friends to loversSlow burnSmall townGolden retriever heroStalker ex-husbandRomantic suspenseFound family less