Redwood Coast Rescue Series by Tonya Burrows

Zak Hendricks has a reputation — a black-ops soldier willing to take on the hardest, dirtiest, most suicidal missions. But when his final mission goes sideways and he spends a week in enemy hands, he’s discharged back to his hometown of Clear Point, CA, and spirals out of control — constantly searching for his next adrenaline high just to feel something, anything other than the icy numbness he’d been functioning with since his rescue... moreZak Hendricks has a reputation — a black-ops soldier willing to take on the hardest, dirtiest, most suicidal missions. But when his final mission goes sideways and he spends a week in enemy hands, he’s discharged back to his hometown of Clear Point, CA, and spirals out of control — constantly searching for his next adrenaline high just to feel something, anything other than the icy numbness he’d been functioning with since his rescue. Dog trainer Anna Rawlings has done her level best to avoid Zak ever since he crushed her 16-year-old heart the night of his high school graduation, and she’s none too happy when he's court-ordered to enroll in her Paws for Vets program, which takes retired police and military K9s and retrains them to work as companions for troubled veterans. Zak doesn’t want a service animal any more than Ranger, a former military working dog, wants to become one, but he’s wanted Anna for most of his life. Now that he has to see her every day for training, he plans to make the most it. Even if that means he has to put up with a dog. When a landslide takes out a campsite, Ranger discovers the body of a woman who was recently abducted with her two children. There are signs that the two girls could still be alive, lost in the rugged Northern California landscape — and there are signs that their abductor is also searching for them. Can Anna help Zak and Ranger work together to find the missing kids before it's too late? less

She woke up with the wrong man. Sasha LeBlanc had her life all planned out. Become a veterinarian? Check. Build a thriving practice? Check. Settle down with a nice guy? Not yet, but she has her heart set on the local sheriff, and Redwood Coast Rescue’s charity masquerade ball is the perfect opportunity to seduce him. So why does she wake up with a sexy, heavily tattooed former Marine in her bed instead? But he's the only man who has ever made her feel alive... moreShe woke up with the wrong man. Sasha LeBlanc had her life all planned out. Become a veterinarian? Check. Build a thriving practice? Check. Settle down with a nice guy? Not yet, but she has her heart set on the local sheriff, and Redwood Coast Rescue’s charity masquerade ball is the perfect opportunity to seduce him. So why does she wake up with a sexy, heavily tattooed former Marine in her bed instead? But he's the only man who has ever made her feel alive. Donovan Scott has always been a risk-taker, but after a traumatic brain injury ended his military career, he lost everything. His only solace is his K9 partner, Spirit, who understands him in a way that no human ever could. But that all changes after his night with Sasha. She’s beautiful, smart, and his opposite in every way. She makes him want to be a better man. Is she willing to risk everything to be with him–even her life? When a serial arsonist starts targeting everyone Donovan loves, he knows his murky past has finally caught up to him. He can't protect Sasha without revealing his secrets, but will she still want him when she discovers the truth? Searching for Risk is the second book in the Redwood Coast Rescue romantic suspense series, but it can be read as a standalone. If you love protective bad boys, curvy heroines, and steamy romance with a side of danger, then you won't be able to put down this thrilling adventure by Tonya Burrows! less

He’s a grumpy lawman who lives by the book. Sheriff Ash Rawlings values order and structure above all else. He doesn’t have time for distractions, especially not now, since his new K9 partner, Dante, has a nose for trouble. But when the vivacious and rebellious Rose Galasso bursts back into his life, challenging his every move, he finds himself both irritated and captivated. She’s wild, unpredictable, and dangerously attractive. She’s a free spirit who doesn’t play by the rules... moreHe’s a grumpy lawman who lives by the book. Sheriff Ash Rawlings values order and structure above all else. He doesn’t have time for distractions, especially not now, since his new K9 partner, Dante, has a nose for trouble. But when the vivacious and rebellious Rose Galasso bursts back into his life, challenging his every move, he finds himself both irritated and captivated. She’s wild, unpredictable, and dangerously attractive. She’s a free spirit who doesn’t play by the rules. The last person Rose wants to be tangled up with is the uptight sheriff who ruined her life, and their intense dislike for each other is evident to anyone within earshot. But when a wildfire uncovers a woman’s body, they’re drawn together by the cold case that has haunted them both for years. And when Rose’s ties to the victim put her in a killer's crosshairs, Ash and Dante have their work cut out for them to keep her safe. They're enemies with a common justice. As the threat escalates, Ash and Rose must face their turbulent history if they want to survive. But can they learn to trust the enemy before it’s too late? Searching for Justice is the third book in the Redwood Coast Rescue romantic suspense series by Tonya Burrows. If you crave an electrifying enemies-to-lovers romance with twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat, this gripping adventure is a must-read. less

Crazy. Dangerous. Monster. Shane Trevisano knows what the town of Steam Valley, California thinks of him, and he’s happy being their bogeyman in the woods. After suffering horrific burns that left him disfigured, all the former SEAL wants is to be left alone in his remote cabin with his demons. But the outside world keeps encroaching, and when a woman shows up on his doorstep with two bullet holes and no memory of how she got there, Shane's already tenuous hold on sanity starts to slip... moreCrazy. Dangerous. Monster. Shane Trevisano knows what the town of Steam Valley, California thinks of him, and he’s happy being their bogeyman in the woods. After suffering horrific burns that left him disfigured, all the former SEAL wants is to be left alone in his remote cabin with his demons. But the outside world keeps encroaching, and when a woman shows up on his doorstep with two bullet holes and no memory of how she got there, Shane's already tenuous hold on sanity starts to slip. In a town full of secrets, he's the one they blame. Alexis Summers wakes up in a strange cabin, held captive by a man who both terrifies and intrigues her, with no memory of how she got there. As they navigate the dangerous dance between captor and captive, she realizes there's more to Shane than meets the eye. Beneath the scars and gruff exterior, there's a man in pain, a man who desperately needs help. But redemption comes with a price. The townspeople are convinced Shane is the notorious serial killer known as the Shadow Stalker, and they’re out for blood. Alexis doesn’t believe he’s capable of the atrocities she faced while in the killer’s clutches, but her instincts have steered her wrong in the past. Can she prove his innocence before the town enacts some backwoods justice? Or is she blinded by her growing attraction to the damaged, bad-tempered man? If you want a sexy Beauty and the Beast retelling with a modern romantic suspense twist , you won’t want to miss Searching for Redemption, the thrilling fourth installment of the Redwood Coast Rescue series by Tonya Burrows! less

She’s trapped by fear. Veronica Martens once soared boldly through life as an Air Force pilot until a brutal assault shattered her spirit. Now, she’s a prisoner in her own home, paralyzed by agoraphobia and haunted by the ghosts of her past. She’s lost her wings, independence, and will to live. He thrives on terror... moreShe’s trapped by fear. Veronica Martens once soared boldly through life as an Air Force pilot until a brutal assault shattered her spirit. Now, she’s a prisoner in her own home, paralyzed by agoraphobia and haunted by the ghosts of her past. She’s lost her wings, independence, and will to live. He thrives on terror. Horror writer Connelly Davis needs to recharge his creative batteries, so when Veronica’s father asks him to bring her back from her self-imposed exile, he packs up his laptop and leaves the city for Steam Valley, California–the home of his most famous monster, The Shadow Stalker. Surely, he’ll find inspiration in the mist-shrouded redwoods as he helps his childhood best friend. A dog who has known nothing but fear. Despite Veronica’s reluctance to see him, Connelly is determined to rescue the unbreakable girl he once knew–the girl he secretly loved. He bands together with Redwood Coast Rescue and their newest troubled K9, Rebel, to help Veronica find her strength again. But there’s just one problem—Veronica never wants to leave her house, and Rebel refuses to stay put. Will the boy next door bring her back to life, or will the shadows consume them all? As Connelly fights writer’s block, he delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding the town and discovers a chilling connection between a string of recent murders and his newest book. And if real life continues to follow fiction, Veronica will be the killer’s next target…. Searching for Shadows is the fifth book in the Redwood Coast Rescue romantic suspense series by Tonya Burrows, but can be enjoyed as a standalone. If you’re a fan of slow-burn friends-to-lovers romance mixed with heart-racing suspense and the unwavering loyalty of a K9 protector, you won’t want to miss this gripping addition to the series. less

He'll risk everything for a second chance. In the courtroom, defense attorney Callum Holden fights for justice, but when it comes to matters of the heart, he's about to face his toughest case. The brilliant and beautiful true crime researcher Ellie Summers, once the keeper of his heart, now barely acknowledges his existence. In a last-ditch effort to win her back, Cal vows to solve the one mystery that has haunted her for decades: the disappearance of her older sister, Hope... moreHe'll risk everything for a second chance. In the courtroom, defense attorney Callum Holden fights for justice, but when it comes to matters of the heart, he's about to face his toughest case. The brilliant and beautiful true crime researcher Ellie Summers, once the keeper of his heart, now barely acknowledges his existence. In a last-ditch effort to win her back, Cal vows to solve the one mystery that has haunted her for decades: the disappearance of her older sister, Hope. She’s not willing to compromise her principles… or her heart. Ellie has a steadfast moral code and refuses to be swayed by a man who makes his living defending the worst of humanity. Between her podcast production company and training Puzzle, her search and rescue puppy, she tells herself she's too busy to miss the charming lawyer with the distractingly good looks. Yet, when Cal presents a photo of a teenage girl resembling her missing sister, she drops everything and joins forces with him to find the truth. But everything is not what it seems…. Their mission: infiltrate the Hope's Embrace Commune during its annual couple's retreat. It’s idyllic at first, and the longer they stay, the hotter the spark between them blazes. But then the lies, manipulation, and mysterious disappearances begin to surface. Someone within the walls knows exactly what happened to Hope… and is willing to kill to keep the commune’s secrets. …and finding Hope might mean losing each other. less

Blinded by secrets. Sawyer Murphy has one goal: to reclaim his life. Blinded by a sniper's bullet in Afghanistan, he refuses to be limited by his disability. As Redwood Coast Rescue's tech genius, he’s determined to prove he’s more than just a computer guy, so when his best friend vanishes in the rugged wilderness, Sawyer sets out with his loyal seeing-eye dog, Zelda, to find him. Trapped by nature... moreBlinded by secrets. Sawyer Murphy has one goal: to reclaim his life. Blinded by a sniper's bullet in Afghanistan, he refuses to be limited by his disability. As Redwood Coast Rescue's tech genius, he’s determined to prove he’s more than just a computer guy, so when his best friend vanishes in the rugged wilderness, Sawyer sets out with his loyal seeing-eye dog, Zelda, to find him. Trapped by nature. Park Ranger Lucy Harper thought she had already faced her darkest fears when a serial killer left her for dead last year. On her first solo guide trip since returning to work, she’s resolved to lead her group safely through the three-day hike. She never expects to run into the one man she can’t forget–Sawyer. The man who saved her life and then vanished. Trust is a luxury they can’t afford…. When an earthquake destroys the mountain trail, Sawyer and Lucy take refuge in a decommissioned ranger station with a ragtag group of stranded hikers. Old wounds resurface, and a powerful attraction reignites, but Lucy has sworn off love, and Sawyer’s wounded soul is slow to trust anyone other than his dog. …And love is a distraction they can’t resist. With secrets lurking among the stranded hikers, trust becomes dangerous. Someone isn’t who they claim to be, and their hidden agenda could cost everyone their lives…. Searching Blind is the seventh book in the Redwood Coast Rescue romantic suspense series by Tonya Burrows but can be read as a standalone. If you love a forced proximity survival adventure mixed with an old-fashioned locked-room mystery featuring broken but resilient characters, you won't be able to put this book down. less

He has nowhere left to run. Pierce St. James once served his country with honor, but a devastating betrayal left him scarred and voiceless. Seeking refuge in the remote mountains of Northern California, he lives a quiet life with his loyal search-and-rescue dog, Raszta. But when a powerful earthquake traps him in a crumbling roadside gift shop, Pierce's past catches up with him in the form of dangerous enemies who will stop at nothing to silence him forever... moreHe has nowhere left to run. Pierce St. James once served his country with honor, but a devastating betrayal left him scarred and voiceless. Seeking refuge in the remote mountains of Northern California, he lives a quiet life with his loyal search-and-rescue dog, Raszta. But when a powerful earthquake traps him in a crumbling roadside gift shop, Pierce's past catches up with him in the form of dangerous enemies who will stop at nothing to silence him forever. She’s searching for a new direction. Rhiannon Cross has spent the last two years teaching English and ASL in Japan, but now she’s at a crossroads, unsure of where life will take her next. Hoping a visit to her brother will bring clarity, she instead finds herself trapped in a life-or-death situation with Pierce, her brother’s mysterious friend. And while her growing connection with him becomes impossible to ignore, letting him into her heart could derail the fresh start she desperately needs—especially when the shadows of Pierce’s past threaten to shatter the fragile bond they’ve begun to build. When the earth shakes, the truth will surface. Hunted by mercenaries, trapped with no way out, and confronted by a fanatical faction intent on chaos, Pierce and Rhiannon must decide who to trust as they navigate a web of lies, betrayal, and deadly technology. As their feelings for each other deepen, so does the danger around them, forcing them to confront not only the threats outside but the fears within. But when rescue arrives, Pierce realizes it’s not just help that’s come—it’s also the very people who want him dead. Some secrets are deadlier than others. .. and some loves are worth risking everything. Searching for Secrets is the heart-stopping eighth book in the Redwood Coast Rescue series. If you love intense chemistry, high-stakes action, and a hero haunted by his past, then you’ll be hooked by this thrilling romantic suspense novel. less

He’s a broken hero trying to hold it all together. Rylan Cross has spent his life saving others, but lately, he’s the one falling apart. Haunted by his past and the betrayal of the one woman he thought he could trust, he’s drowning in alcohol and self-doubt. The pressure of counseling his teammates through their traumas is crushing him, and he knows it’s only a matter of time before he shatters. She’s the woman who betrayed him—and she needs his help... moreHe’s a broken hero trying to hold it all together. Rylan Cross has spent his life saving others, but lately, he’s the one falling apart. Haunted by his past and the betrayal of the one woman he thought he could trust, he’s drowning in alcohol and self-doubt. The pressure of counseling his teammates through their traumas is crushing him, and he knows it’s only a matter of time before he shatters. She’s the woman who betrayed him—and she needs his help. Isabella “Izzy” Delgado never imagined she’d be back in Rylan’s life, not after a devastating mistake that nearly cost his sister her life. But now two children are missing, and Izzy knows that Rylan and his team are the only ones capable of finding them. If only she can convince him to set aside his anger long enough to help—and maybe, just maybe, trust her again. Their last hope lies with each other—and a courageous K9. As Rylan and Izzy race against time to find the missing kids, every step of the search drags them closer to the past they’re both trying to forget. But with Rylan on the verge of self-destruction, it’s Izzy—and a spirited K9 named Valor—who rally the team to bring him back from the edge. This dog knows only courage—and he won’t back down until he’s saved them all. Searching for Valor is the explosive conclusion to the Redwood Coast Rescue series—a gripping, emotional rollercoaster of redemption, danger, and a second chance at love. If you crave edge-of-your-seat action, intense emotional stakes, and an unforgettable enemies-to-lovers romance, don’t miss this powerful final chapter by Tonya Burrows! less