Fire and Ice Series by Tara Conrad

An act of betrayal, a call to 911, and a note from the brother she lost give Natalie the courage to embark on a journey of self-exploration.Unknowingly set up by their friends, Alex and Natalie spend the evening together at New York City’s Fire and Ice Club.Neither one is looking for love, but their chemistry is too strong to ignore.They agree to a relationship with an expiration date—the insurance policy both believe will keep their hearts safe... moreAn act of betrayal, a call to 911, and a note from the brother she lost give Natalie the courage to embark on a journey of self-exploration.Unknowingly set up by their friends, Alex and Natalie spend the evening together at New York City’s Fire and Ice Club.Neither one is looking for love, but their chemistry is too strong to ignore.They agree to a relationship with an expiration date—the insurance policy both believe will keep their hearts safe.Distance makes the heart grow fonder, or so they say.Forces outside their control seek to pull them apart, but they find their way back to one another.The couple’s connection is stronger than ever until tragedy strikes Natalie’s family.Mistakes are made. Words that can’t be taken back are uttered.Sometimes it takes the love of friends to pick up the pieces.Can two broken souls find their way back to one another? less

What is it they say about the best laid plans?Family and friends. Weddings and happiness.Alex and Natalie’s future is bright.But things aren’t always as they seem.Evil masked as innocence ensures no one is prepared.A day that holds so much happiness morphs into the darkest of nights.Now, they find themselves in a fight for their lives.One will be forced to make unthinkable choices—to do unspeakable things.Their happily ever after is within their grasp... moreWhat is it they say about the best laid plans?Family and friends. Weddings and happiness.Alex and Natalie’s future is bright.But things aren’t always as they seem.Evil masked as innocence ensures no one is prepared.A day that holds so much happiness morphs into the darkest of nights.Now, they find themselves in a fight for their lives.One will be forced to make unthinkable choices—to do unspeakable things.Their happily ever after is within their grasp.Can the love of a woman rescue a man from the darkness threatening to pull him under? less

Their happily ever after was within their grasp.Alex and Natlie's future appears perfect. Surrounded by family, friends, and the promise of joy, their path seemed paved with endless possibilities and the assurance that nothing could go wrong. But appearances can be deceptive. The best-laid plans often fall apart.Camouflaged as innocence, evil delivers an unexpected blow, leaving everyone unsuspecting and vulnerable. A day that should hold only happiness morphs into the darkest of nights... moreTheir happily ever after was within their grasp.Alex and Natlie's future appears perfect. Surrounded by family, friends, and the promise of joy, their path seemed paved with endless possibilities and the assurance that nothing could go wrong. But appearances can be deceptive. The best-laid plans often fall apart.Camouflaged as innocence, evil delivers an unexpected blow, leaving everyone unsuspecting and vulnerable. A day that should hold only happiness morphs into the darkest of nights.Now, Alex and Natalie confront a battle for survival, where unthinkable choices and unspeakable deeds become unavoidable. Their once-promising future dangles on the precipice of disaster.As shadows draw closer, can Natalie's love save Alex from the darkness threatening to pull him under? less

Can two people ever truly have a happily ever after, or is danger always lurking in the shadows?Often evil hides in plain sight until the moment it’s ready to destroy.In its wake, it leaves emptiness and pain.Viktor’s determined to right every wrong, but even the greatest superheroes have their weaknesses.They say it’s always darkest before the dawn, and Natalie’s path is shrouded in darkness.Hearts fall in love, but sometimes that love hurts. Choices will be made that leave one person broken... moreCan two people ever truly have a happily ever after, or is danger always lurking in the shadows?Often evil hides in plain sight until the moment it’s ready to destroy.In its wake, it leaves emptiness and pain.Viktor’s determined to right every wrong, but even the greatest superheroes have their weaknesses.They say it’s always darkest before the dawn, and Natalie’s path is shrouded in darkness.Hearts fall in love, but sometimes that love hurts. Choices will be made that leave one person broken.You’ll laugh, and you’ll cry as you ask the question—Is happily ever after something just spokenat the end of a fairy tale? Find out in the emotional conclusion of Alex and Natalie’s love story, Living for Him. less

They keep telling me time heals all wounds. But is that really the truth or something people say to ease their conscience?I think we adjust, change course learn to live with the suffocating grief.I shouldn’t have gotten my hopes up. A man like me doesn’t get a happily ever after.I knew better. That mistake won’t happen again.I’m starting over with nothing left to lose.I just hope when the dust settles, they can forgive me. ~Viktor

My life has not been what anyone would call ‘normal.’Loss, pain, and fear are familiar emotions.Until one man shows me what it’s like to be loved unconditionally.He’s given me a voice as I take back everything that was stolen from me.When my father finds out, he forbids us to be together.But the heart doesn’t care about manmade rules.Our hearts are entwined with one another.I’m His Melody and he’s My Nightingale~Amelia

Running seems to be the theme of my life. I ran the day my sister was abducted. I ran from the pressure of living up to her memory. I ran from being told I was wanted. I ran from everything. I continued running straight into the arms of a sexy and confident Dominant who saw my broken pieces and offered me a place to heal and grow in my submission. I was given a glimpse of a future I never dreamed possible, and I thought my days of running were behind me... moreRunning seems to be the theme of my life. I ran the day my sister was abducted. I ran from the pressure of living up to her memory. I ran from being told I was wanted. I ran from everything. I continued running straight into the arms of a sexy and confident Dominant who saw my broken pieces and offered me a place to heal and grow in my submission. I was given a glimpse of a future I never dreamed possible, and I thought my days of running were behind me. But just as quickly as they came, my hopes and dreams shattered at my feet. While everyone around me celebrated, I suffered in silence. I was left with a single heartbeat frozen in time. Once again, I heard a familiar voice telling me to run. Without an explanation, I left everything behind to try to outrun the suffocating pain. But I’m so tired of running. Will I have the strength to face him, and what will happen when he finds out what I’ve been hiding?If you’re already a Fire and Ice fan, Brandon and Lana’s story is one you’ve been begging for. If you’re a newcomer, grab a copy of Shattered Dreams and start reading the sizzling series you won’t be able to put down. less

In a world where scars run deep and hearts yearn for connection, Svetlana and Brandon find comfort in each other's embrace. Within the pages of this seductive romance, passion ignites, entwining their bodies and souls in a dance of pleasure and vulnerability. Steamy encounters awaken their deepest desires, setting their hearts ablaze, while tender moments unravel the intricate layers of their emotional scars.The path to healing is not without obstacles... moreIn a world where scars run deep and hearts yearn for connection, Svetlana and Brandon find comfort in each other's embrace. Within the pages of this seductive romance, passion ignites, entwining their bodies and souls in a dance of pleasure and vulnerability. Steamy encounters awaken their deepest desires, setting their hearts ablaze, while tender moments unravel the intricate layers of their emotional scars.The path to healing is not without obstacles. Each must confront their personal demons and the shadows tormenting them. Can they summon the strength to overcome their past traumas and find liberation within their shared desires?Brandon and Svetlana's story is a gripping exploration of the darkest corner of the human experience and a passion that will leave you breathless. With every stolen glance, every whispered confession, they unravel the intricacies of their own identities and forge a bond unlike any other.Will they find lasting fulfillment, or will their scars prove too deep to heal? Dive into Fractured Lives and let their journey of redemption and desire consume you. less

Will love conquer all, or will time prove to be their greatest adversary?Lana's spiraling on a self-destructive path. She's keeping a painful secret. Instead of confiding in Brandon, the one person who could give unconditional support, she resorts to her well-practiced escape mechanism—running. She returns home, believing distance will heal her wounds and sever her ties with Brandon. But the passage of time brings forth a profound realization—truth cannot be outrun... moreWill love conquer all, or will time prove to be their greatest adversary?Lana's spiraling on a self-destructive path. She's keeping a painful secret. Instead of confiding in Brandon, the one person who could give unconditional support, she resorts to her well-practiced escape mechanism—running. She returns home, believing distance will heal her wounds and sever her ties with Brandon. But the passage of time brings forth a profound realization—truth cannot be outrun.Amidst the darkest moments of Lana's journey, an unexpected source offers hope and support. When she begins to find the strength to confront her pain, one question looms. Has she waited too long?Lana and Brandon's story unfolds, entangled with emotions and the poignant struggles of loss, forgiveness, and healing.Will they find their way back to each other, or will the scars of the past remain too deep to mend?Join Lana and Brandon as they find solace in each other's arms, proving that even the most shattered hearts can be mended. less

Will love conquer all, or will time prove to be their greatest adversary?Lana's spiraling on a self-destructive path. She's keeping a painful secret. Instead of confiding in Brandon, the one person who could give unconditional support, she resorts to her well-practiced escape mechanism—running. She returns home, believing distance will heal her wounds and sever her ties with Brandon. But the passage of time brings forth a profound realization—truth cannot be outrun... moreWill love conquer all, or will time prove to be their greatest adversary?Lana's spiraling on a self-destructive path. She's keeping a painful secret. Instead of confiding in Brandon, the one person who could give unconditional support, she resorts to her well-practiced escape mechanism—running. She returns home, believing distance will heal her wounds and sever her ties with Brandon. But the passage of time brings forth a profound realization—truth cannot be outrun.Amidst the darkest moments of Lana's journey, an unexpected source offers hope and support. When she begins to find the strength to confront her pain, one question looms. Has she waited too long?Lana and Brandon's story unfolds, entangled with emotions and the poignant struggles of loss, forgiveness, and healing.Will they find their way back to each other, or will the scars of the past remain too deep to mend?Join Lana and Brandon as they find solace in each other's arms, proving that even the most shattered hearts can be mended. less

AnthonyEverything I ever desired was within my grasp. Until a fateful day altered its trajectory.In a world where everyone’s struggling, I convince myself that I must be strong. Determined to maintain an appearance of resilience, I bury my emotions, shielding myself from their potential harm.An unexpected rush of attraction overwhelms me when a handsome stranger, with captivating baby blue eyes walks through my door.I have an instinctive desire to care for and protect him... moreAnthonyEverything I ever desired was within my grasp. Until a fateful day altered its trajectory.In a world where everyone’s struggling, I convince myself that I must be strong. Determined to maintain an appearance of resilience, I bury my emotions, shielding myself from their potential harm.An unexpected rush of attraction overwhelms me when a handsome stranger, with captivating baby blue eyes walks through my door.I have an instinctive desire to care for and protect him. However, I can’t help but wonder—would he be interested in an older man?LeopoldMy life has been far from what one might label as perfect. It seems as if every choice I make is predestined for failure.When the storms of life rage their fiercest, an unexpected opportunity arises, offering me the chance to start over.But no matter how hard I try to do the right things, it seems as if the universe conspires against me. I’m dealt one suffocating blow after another. The voices telling me I’m not worth it grow louder until I can’t ignore them anymore.Then he appears—the man whose eyes radiate gentleness and kindness. However, I carry a warning of trouble.As much as I crave him, the painful truth is, I can never have him.Love Hurts can be read out of order in the Fire and Ice Series less

Anthony I found him, his spirit broken, his resolve slipping away. One more minute and it would’ve been too late. He promised me thirty days—one month to show him his worth. My resolve is unwavering. Failure is not an option. I'll do whatever it takes to ensure I don't lose the man I’ve fallen in love with. Leopold Darkness was closing in around me but then he appeared, a glimmer of hope. Never before have I been shown such overwhelming kindness... moreAnthony I found him, his spirit broken, his resolve slipping away. One more minute and it would’ve been too late. He promised me thirty days—one month to show him his worth. My resolve is unwavering. Failure is not an option. I'll do whatever it takes to ensure I don't lose the man I’ve fallen in love with. Leopold Darkness was closing in around me but then he appeared, a glimmer of hope. Never before have I been shown such overwhelming kindness. With each passing day, my love for him grows stronger. Until I'm on my knees, yielding to the irresistible force of our connection. less