Veiled Intentions Series by Elle Keaton

Years of grueling police work have left Niall Hamarsson jaded and disillusioned with life…although it’s likely he’s been that way all along. The last straw lands when the DA refuses to try a case Niall worked for years to bring to justice. Within hours he finds himself heading to the only place he’s ever been able to call home—a place he knows he doesn’t belong. Mat Dempsey returned to Piedras Island after his father’s death. These days he’s Island County’s sheriff... moreYears of grueling police work have left Niall Hamarsson jaded and disillusioned with life…although it’s likely he’s been that way all along. The last straw lands when the DA refuses to try a case Niall worked for years to bring to justice. Within hours he finds himself heading to the only place he’s ever been able to call home—a place he knows he doesn’t belong. Mat Dempsey returned to Piedras Island after his father’s death. These days he’s Island County’s sheriff. He’s happy enough, even if moving home from San Francisco effectively forced him back into the closet. Mat’s well-ordered universe collapses when a local’s body is discovered floating in the cold waters of Hidden Harbor’s marina. All hell breaks loose in the community, and accusations fly…all coinciding with Niall Hamarsson’s return. Niall and Mat have a history, and it’s not one Mat’s proud of. He owes Niall an apology, even if it means getting down on his knees. However, Mat’s first priority is investigating the murder before his community tears itself apart and he may have to ask the aloof Niall Hamarsson for help. Push apart, pull together, yes or no. .. The chemistry crackles between them but will the two men be able to put aside their pasts and embrace a future? Maybe. less

Niall’s known nothing but betrayal. All Mat wants is Niall’s heart; what will it take for him to coax Niall in from the cold? Mat's connection with Niall is tenuous. One step forward, two steps back. Since that night on the beach Niall's been avoiding Mat like a bad case of the flu--which, ironically, most of his deputies have come down with. What will it take for Niall to believe Mat wants him for who he is? Mat's overworked, Niall's unnerved, and then things really go sideways... moreNiall’s known nothing but betrayal. All Mat wants is Niall’s heart; what will it take for him to coax Niall in from the cold? Mat's connection with Niall is tenuous. One step forward, two steps back. Since that night on the beach Niall's been avoiding Mat like a bad case of the flu--which, ironically, most of his deputies have come down with. What will it take for Niall to believe Mat wants him for who he is? Mat's overworked, Niall's unnerved, and then things really go sideways. Will a killer destroy everything before Niall realizes they are stronger together than apart? Long Shadow is a dual POV about a broody introvert and a somewhat patient Sheriff. Mat will have to prove to Niall he's the man for him. The Hamarsson and Dempsey series follows the same couple as they find their way to their happily ever after. less

One corpse, two corpse, old corpse, new corpse. Summer is crashing into fall and Mat and Niall have a wedding to overthink. A body is discovered floating in the harbor and this time it's the missing ex-Piedras Marine officer Duane Copper... moreOne corpse, two corpse, old corpse, new corpse. Summer is crashing into fall and Mat and Niall have a wedding to overthink. A body is discovered floating in the harbor and this time it's the missing ex-Piedras Marine officer Duane Copper. Who, aside from Niall, wanted Duane dead? He's been on the run for months, why would he turn up dead now? Black Moon, third in the Hamarsson and Dempsey series, is a dual POV following Sheriff Mat Dempsey and now Private Investigator Niall Hamarsson as they grope their way to a happily ever after. less

Love makes its own rules. When his cozy cabin rental is usurped by a modern-day Viking, he has no choice but to accept the suggestion he stay the night, they'll figure the mess out in the morning. He’s not a complete jerk. He would never force the stranger back out into blizzard conditions; it's obvious the man wouldn't survive five minutes... moreLove makes its own rules. When his cozy cabin rental is usurped by a modern-day Viking, he has no choice but to accept the suggestion he stay the night, they'll figure the mess out in the morning. He’s not a complete jerk. He would never force the stranger back out into blizzard conditions; it's obvious the man wouldn't survive five minutes. There must be some sort of left-over holiday magic in the air because as uptight as he is…he finds himself warming up to Viking dude and the feelings seem mutual. Neither plans on falling in love, but their hearts have other ideas. Are a blizzard, a cozy cabin, and a flickering fire a recipe for love? less

Niall didn't want to know. He thought he didn't care what had happened to his mother after she disappeared all those years ago. But, the past has a way of rising from the, er, dead when least expected. Niall regrets answering that mid-morning phone call. In the past few years, Niall's learned to open up his heart an inch or two. He doesn't like it one bit, but it's proving impossible to slam it shut again... moreNiall didn't want to know. He thought he didn't care what had happened to his mother after she disappeared all those years ago. But, the past has a way of rising from the, er, dead when least expected. Niall regrets answering that mid-morning phone call. In the past few years, Niall's learned to open up his heart an inch or two. He doesn't like it one bit, but it's proving impossible to slam it shut again. Of course, his beloved husband, Mat, and the few people he thinks of as friends rally around him after he learns Ana's remains have been found--but will they be enough? Will the discovery bring him closure, or will it open a whole new can of worms? Niall's guess is worms, but he's a glass-half-full guy. Full Disclosure is a Veiled Intentions novella set a few years after Black Moon. It is book four in the series and cannot be read as a standalone. less