Carpenter & Harding Series by Barbara Winkes

After surviving an attack by a stranger, rookie officer Ellie Harding decides to put herself first and make bold moves in both her career and her private life, refusing to let the traumatic incident get her off track. Detective Jordan Carpenter faces the decision whether to remain in a disastrous, but long-term relationship or give in to the attraction she feels for her younger colleague... moreAfter surviving an attack by a stranger, rookie officer Ellie Harding decides to put herself first and make bold moves in both her career and her private life, refusing to let the traumatic incident get her off track. Detective Jordan Carpenter faces the decision whether to remain in a disastrous, but long-term relationship or give in to the attraction she feels for her younger colleague. Her partner Bethany isn’t willing to let go, of Jordan or the case, a sadistic killer who murders women for behavior he considers immoral. Can they find him before he strikes again? less

When it rains, it pours: Jordan and Ellie make tentative steps towards a new start in their relationship. At the same time, the hunt for an escaped felon puts pressure on every member of the department. Protecting a witness ends fatally for one of their own, and the case reveals disturbing details in Jordan’s family history. Their biggest challenges, professionally and personally, are yet to come.

Murder and marriage… On her first assignment as a detective, Ellie investigates the murder of a homeless woman, a task that is complicated by the actions of her new partner. How far did the leader of a neighborhood watch go to achieve his goals? Jordan’s case comes with unwelcome memories. Planning the wedding is shining a spotlight on her difficult relationship with her biological mother, while Ellie has to confront her own grief... moreMurder and marriage… On her first assignment as a detective, Ellie investigates the murder of a homeless woman, a task that is complicated by the actions of her new partner. How far did the leader of a neighborhood watch go to achieve his goals? Jordan’s case comes with unwelcome memories. Planning the wedding is shining a spotlight on her difficult relationship with her biological mother, while Ellie has to confront her own grief. Professional and private challenges will arise as they continue build their life together. less

No one saw it coming...Jordan is ready to go back to work after her maternity leave, but an unexpected incident puts a halt to her plans.Meanwhile, Ellie is assigned to a task force investigating two suspicious deaths in a women's correctional facility. Even on the sidelines, this temporary assignment proves to be difficult.More than ever, they have to rely on the strength of their relationship to meet the challenges ahead...

The assassination of a politician hits close to home for Jordan and Ellie, and it leaves the team with many unanswered questions. Was the perpetrator working alone, or part of an organized network planning more attacks?Jordan is settling into her new role after her promotion, while both she and Ellie are dealing with an unexpected guest.In order to get justice for the victim’s family, they have to figure out who has an interest in keeping them from solving the case... moreThe assassination of a politician hits close to home for Jordan and Ellie, and it leaves the team with many unanswered questions. Was the perpetrator working alone, or part of an organized network planning more attacks?Jordan is settling into her new role after her promotion, while both she and Ellie are dealing with an unexpected guest.In order to get justice for the victim’s family, they have to figure out who has an interest in keeping them from solving the case. Their enemy might be more powerful than they imagined… less