Bullets and Bonds Series by Myka Bound

For a gunslinger, there’s only one rule of survival: Never let your heart override your head. As the oldest daughter in a line of gunslingers stretching back generations, I was born into a legacy of blood and pain. My name, my title, my family—I guard them all fiercely. Especially now, when I'm finally closing in on my mother’s killer, a thousand miles from home. Which means a run-in with a seductive stranger is the last thing I need... moreFor a gunslinger, there’s only one rule of survival: Never let your heart override your head. As the oldest daughter in a line of gunslingers stretching back generations, I was born into a legacy of blood and pain. My name, my title, my family—I guard them all fiercely. Especially now, when I'm finally closing in on my mother’s killer, a thousand miles from home. Which means a run-in with a seductive stranger is the last thing I need. Luke might come off like a boy scout, but one little touch is all it takes to throw my misfiring magic into chaos. The man is chasing a vendetta of his own. He’s also cocky and relentless. Then there’s the way he looks at me, like he wants to know all the secrets I keep locked up inside. I don’t trust him. I don’t trust myself around him. Letting him into my world could cost me everything I’ve spent my life protecting. But when my mission goes sideways, and I have no one else to turn to, teaming up with him might just be my only hope. - - - - - This is a slow burn fantasy romance tale. It’s the first book in the Bullets and Bonds series, loaded with gritty action, subtle magic, found family, and strong characters who put it all on the line to protect the ones they love. Intended for readers 18+. less

My fight isn't over. My treacherous uncle is still out there, and as long as he draws breath, everyone I love is in danger. When I finally get a lead on where he’ll be - a time and place set in gold filigree - I won’t let anything get in my way. Not the fear coursing through my still healing body. Not my sisters. Not even Luke. I hate everything about this mission, because going up against Declan alone means betraying the people I care about... moreMy fight isn't over. My treacherous uncle is still out there, and as long as he draws breath, everyone I love is in danger. When I finally get a lead on where he’ll be - a time and place set in gold filigree - I won’t let anything get in my way. Not the fear coursing through my still healing body. Not my sisters. Not even Luke. I hate everything about this mission, because going up against Declan alone means betraying the people I care about. It means lying to the love of my life to keep him safe. And I only have three days to get the job done. Three days to navigate the unfamiliar territory of the sprawling capital city, find a way into a political summit stacked with security, and take out a monster who already succeeded in killing me once before he has the chance to slink off into the shadows again... All without getting caught by the ruthless ruler of our territory. - - - - - This is a steamy romantic fantasy tale featuring a tough, damaged heroine and a hero who knows exactly what he wants. It’s the second book in the Bullets and Bonds series, loaded with gritty action, subtle magic, found family, and strong characters who put it all on the line to protect the ones they love. Intended for mature readers. less