Protectors of Jasper Creek Series by Caitlyn O'Leary

He’s my soulmate. But will I be enough to heal his wounded heart? Simon. The Navy’s been my life. Being a SEAL is all I ever wanted, commanding them a dream come true. But I lost sight of everything else and missed the big things—things going on right in front of me. How could I not see how much my sister needed me? I knew her husband was off and should have checked him out. Instead, I let it go and now she’s dead. I’ll never forgive myself. But I’ll make sure nothing like it happens again... moreHe’s my soulmate. But will I be enough to heal his wounded heart? Simon. The Navy’s been my life. Being a SEAL is all I ever wanted, commanding them a dream come true. But I lost sight of everything else and missed the big things—things going on right in front of me. How could I not see how much my sister needed me? I knew her husband was off and should have checked him out. Instead, I let it go and now she’s dead. I’ll never forgive myself. But I’ll make sure nothing like it happens again. My life doesn’t fit anymore, it’s time to move on to where no one knows who I am—Jasper Creek, Tennessee. Trenda. I’ve lived in Jasper Creek my entire life. This small town has been my safety-net, my place of peace and my sanctuary for years, but I feel like something’s missing. I’ve become too comfortable, allowing life to wash over me. But it’s time to decide if I need to take my precocious little girl and move on. Head some place where my five sisters, and the best big brother in the world, won’t be nose-deep in my life. Their Story. Fate has its own ideas and brings Trenda and Simon together. Drawn to each other, they slowly heal their old wounds and see a future together. When specters of the past come calling, intent on destroying all that they have built, will their budding love survive or turn to ash? less

Has Life Ripped Away Her Ability to Love? Renzo Drakos’ job has taken him to every corner of the world, and he’s loved every minute of it. The freedom has helped him bury many demons from his past. But as he’s watched his huge family start families of their own, he feels like something is missing. He wonders if his wanderlust will allow him to stop long enough to find a woman who will capture his heart. Millie Randolph has struggled all her life... moreHas Life Ripped Away Her Ability to Love? Renzo Drakos’ job has taken him to every corner of the world, and he’s loved every minute of it. The freedom has helped him bury many demons from his past. But as he’s watched his huge family start families of their own, he feels like something is missing. He wonders if his wanderlust will allow him to stop long enough to find a woman who will capture his heart. Millie Randolph has struggled all her life. As a child, she barely survived when her family home burned to the ground and she lost her beloved parents to the flames. Her aunt and uncle reluctantly took her into their family where she shut down. Emotionally and physically scarred, she feels flawed and knows she’ll never be loved again. Years later she finds herself at her parent’s farm, trying to fulfill their vision. What others say can’t be done makes her even more determined to achieve what has now become her dream. When Renzo meets Millie, he finds the missing piece of his broken soul. Knowing this gentle woman has been through so much, he refuses to be another person who lets her down. Will Renzo be able to see that living in one place is not a cage, but with Millie, it’s a home? And will Millie open her heart to believe that love is possible, or has life taken away her smile forever? less

How can I trust him not to break my heart again? MICHAEL. I fell in love with Fallon when I first saw her in Mr. Vandeboe’s class in our junior year. I knew she was destined to be mine. But a year after we graduated from East Tennessee State, she had our wedding all planned— and it made me want to break out in hives. I loved Fallon, but I felt trapped... moreHow can I trust him not to break my heart again? MICHAEL. I fell in love with Fallon when I first saw her in Mr. Vandeboe’s class in our junior year. I knew she was destined to be mine. But a year after we graduated from East Tennessee State, she had our wedding all planned— and it made me want to break out in hives. I loved Fallon, but I felt trapped. Spending my life with her was too big of a step, but how could I get out of it without breaking her heart? The answer is—I can’t, and then I make the worst mistake of my life. FALLON. I fell in love with Michael the night of our senior prom, when he took my innocence. He showed me a world filled with care, love and passion that took me to the stars. I knew after college all our dreams would come true. We’d go back home to Jasper Creek and start a family. Then one gut-wrenching moment turned joy into ash. Devastated by his betrayal, I ran away the day before our wedding. Now I’m a different woman. I came back to Jasper Creek to help my mom take care of my dying father. The town considers me a pariah for leaving the golden boy at the altar, but I don’t care. Michael and I know the truth, and that’s enough. So why in the hell is Michael following me around town, insisting he wants another chance? Has he lost his mind? Worse—why does my foolish heart want to give him that second chance? less

She’s my past, my present, and my only future. Grady “Beau” Beaumont. As a Marine Raider, I’ve faced enemies in every corner of the world. I’ve walked through fire, faced down death, and left pieces of myself behind on every battlefield. But the one place I never wanted to return to was Jasper Creek, Tennessee. Too many memories. Too much pain. Too much loss. Yet, when I hear that trouble has found its way back to the town I once called home, I can’t stay away... moreShe’s my past, my present, and my only future. Grady “Beau” Beaumont. As a Marine Raider, I’ve faced enemies in every corner of the world. I’ve walked through fire, faced down death, and left pieces of myself behind on every battlefield. But the one place I never wanted to return to was Jasper Creek, Tennessee. Too many memories. Too much pain. Too much loss. Yet, when I hear that trouble has found its way back to the town I once called home, I can’t stay away. Not when the people I care about might be in danger. Not when it means seeing Maddie Avery again—the girl who was my best friend, my anchor, the only person who ever made me feel like I belonged. Maddie Avery. Beau Beaumont was my partner in everything that mattered—my partner in crime, my confidant, my forever friend. But when he left Jasper Creek fourteen years ago, I lost more than my best friend. I lost the person who understood me better than anyone else. Life moved on, and I’ve built a good one here with my family. But deep down, there’s always been a part of me that wished for more. Wished for him. Now Beau’s back, and with him comes a rush of endless possibilities—a love that feels woven into my soul, untouched by time, and stronger than I ever dared to believe. less

She doesn’t believe in fairytales. He’s about to give her one. FORD. The first time I laid eyes on Ruby Miller, I was knocked flat on my ass—literally. One glimpse of those curves and my brain short-circuited, making me trip over my own damn feet like a fool... moreShe doesn’t believe in fairytales. He’s about to give her one. FORD. The first time I laid eyes on Ruby Miller, I was knocked flat on my ass—literally. One glimpse of those curves and my brain short-circuited, making me trip over my own damn feet like a fool. How had this gorgeous woman been living in Jasper Creek for over a year without me knowing? And, more importantly, why the hell was she hellbent on shoving me straight into the friend-zone? I have my own house, my own business, all my hair, and all my teeth—a full set, thank you very much. I even own a damn toolbox and know how to use it. So why is Ruby acting like I’m some stray puppy who wandered onto her porch instead of a man dead-set on worshiping every inch of her? RUBY. Jasper Creek is my fresh start. When one branch of my family offered me a place to stay and a job in Tennessee, I jumped at the chance. LA had chewed me up and spit me out, and I was more than ready for small-town life. Everything was going perfectly… until Ford Larson happened. Why is this rugged, ridiculously hot man pretending he’s interested in me? I know my lane, and men like Ford Larson don’t swerve into it. Been there, done that, got the emotional scars and expired self-esteem to prove it. My mom and sisters made sure I knew exactly where I stood on the attractiveness scale—and it sure as hell wasn’t in his league. So, no, I’m not falling for his charm, his deep, rumbly voice, or the way he looks at me like I’m some kind of curvy goddess. He can take that nonsense elsewhere… preferably far away, before I start believing him. This book is number five of the Protectors of Jasper Creek series. It is a romantic-suspense stand-alone…. yes, there will be suspense. less

As darkness swallows Chloe's vibrant spirit, can Zarek bring the sunshine back into her life? After being beaten and held hostage, Chloe Avery falls deeper and deeper into depression. As she struggles to find meaning in a life that no longer makes sense, she pushes everyone in her life away. Dallas firefighter, Zarek Post's childhood was filled with laughter thanks to Chloe and her sisters... moreAs darkness swallows Chloe's vibrant spirit, can Zarek bring the sunshine back into her life? After being beaten and held hostage, Chloe Avery falls deeper and deeper into depression. As she struggles to find meaning in a life that no longer makes sense, she pushes everyone in her life away. Dallas firefighter, Zarek Post's childhood was filled with laughter thanks to Chloe and her sisters. When he finds out that the one girl who'd meant the most has been traumatized and is slowly fading away, he drops everything to rush to her side. Desperate to pull Chloe out of her black pit of despair, Zarek refuses to let Chloe give up on herself. But as he helps her find the sunshine again, can she overcome the growing fear of losing the man she loves to his dangerous job? Catch up with Chloe and Zarek later in their lives in Her Unending Horizon (Jasper Creek Book 7). This is a updated version of Tempting Fire, a Kindle World novella released and unpublished in 2017. less

She's running from a nightmare. He's determined to be her salvation. JOY. After talking to Little Grandma, I thought coming home to Jasper Creek would make me finally feel safe. Allow me to breathe and stop me from looking over my shoulder. I could finally start living my real life, not live in the shadows. Working at the Jasper Creek Animal Clinic, and living with Miss Laverne, seemed like small steps in the right direction. Easy steps that I could handle after what happened to me in London... moreShe's running from a nightmare. He's determined to be her salvation. JOY. After talking to Little Grandma, I thought coming home to Jasper Creek would make me finally feel safe. Allow me to breathe and stop me from looking over my shoulder. I could finally start living my real life, not live in the shadows. Working at the Jasper Creek Animal Clinic, and living with Miss Laverne, seemed like small steps in the right direction. Easy steps that I could handle after what happened to me in London. Then, with one look, Graham Wallace—six feet, four inches of pure Navy SEAL muscle and tattooed charm—walked into Miss Laverne's kitchen and shattered my carefully constructed walls. This man is dangerous. Not because of the motorcycle or the military background, but because he makes me believe in things I swore I'd never trust again. Like safety. Like belonging. Like the crazy idea that someone like me could have a happily ever after. I should have known better. The unwanted flowers, the ominous notes, warnings that I'd never thought would follow me to Jasper Creek, started showing up three weeks after our first kiss. GRAHAM. Wham! Joy Magill hit me like a freight train wrapped in sunshine and curves. One taste of her homemade cake, one look at that infectious smile lighting up Miss Laverne's kitchen, and I was gone. Completely, utterly screwed. She thinks she's not worth fighting for. Her pig-headed brothers think I'm not good enough for their baby sister who just came running back home. But they don't know what I know—that this woman is mine, and I'd burn down the whole damn world before I'd let anyone hurt her again. The psycho sending her flowers made a fatal mistake. He followed her to my town. He came after my woman. I've got Simon Clark and the men of Onyx Security, hell all the men of Jasper Creek, ready to go to war. I've got twelve years of lethal Navy training. And I've got zero patience for cowards who stalk innocent women. Time for this sick freak to learn what happens when you threaten a SEAL's family. Some women need saving. Some men need a war to fight. Sometimes, they find each other. This is a retelling of Until Joy from Aurora Rose Reynold’s World. It takes place in Jasper Creek and has 15,000 more words. less

Grief shattered them; danger might destroy them. Chloe. Grief has broken me. Losing two pregnancies has left me drowning in pain and guilt, with therapy barely touching my depression. I've driven away my husband Zarek who has always been the love of my life and my North star, even though he's living this hell with me. After a harsh wake-up call from a friend, I realize that my firefighter husband is on a path of self-destruction. I won't let him go down without a fight. Zarek... moreGrief shattered them; danger might destroy them. Chloe. Grief has broken me. Losing two pregnancies has left me drowning in pain and guilt, with therapy barely touching my depression. I've driven away my husband Zarek who has always been the love of my life and my North star, even though he's living this hell with me. After a harsh wake-up call from a friend, I realize that my firefighter husband is on a path of self-destruction. I won't let him go down without a fight. Zarek. Chloe is my everything, but her grief is tearing us apart. No matter how hard I try to reach her, she keeps shutting me out. I've tried giving her time, gentleness, listening, even battering down her walls, but nothing's worked. I can't fight an enemy I can't see. I'm lost and so damned angry—not just about failing Chloe, but agonizing over the loss of our babies. When I stumble on something dangerous at my MMA gym, I dive in headfirst. It's bad, and it runs deep. I need the violence, the distraction—anything to stop the pain. But now the woman I love is barely holding on, and the danger I brought home could destroy what's left of our world. Some fights are worth dying for. This one's worth living for. less