Black Inc. Series by Lisa Marie Rice

Lisa Marie Rice's books can be summed up in one word — addictive!" — Katie ReusYou met the powerful and mysterious Jacob Black, of Black Inc., in the celebrated Women of Midnight series. Now it’s time for Jacob to step to the fore, in the first installment of a scorching, heart-pounding all-new series from Lisa Marie Rice—Black Inc.Years ago, he abandoned her, shattering her heart…Alexandra Hethering lost her best friend, the boy she loved, at the lowest point in her life... moreLisa Marie Rice's books can be summed up in one word — addictive!" — Katie ReusYou met the powerful and mysterious Jacob Black, of Black Inc., in the celebrated Women of Midnight series. Now it’s time for Jacob to step to the fore, in the first installment of a scorching, heart-pounding all-new series from Lisa Marie Rice—Black Inc.Years ago, he abandoned her, shattering her heart…Alexandra Hethering lost her best friend, the boy she loved, at the lowest point in her life. Since then she’s forged a new life for herself as a top-tier scientist at the CDC. Yet her lost love haunts her dreams.Now, eighteen years later, she’s facing down a world-wide threat that could kill billions. She needs help—expert, fearless, powerful help.He’ll never leave her side again…Jacob Black was a decorated soldier, then created a world famous security company. He is powerful and feared, but he has a single weak spot—the beautiful, brilliant girl he had to leave behind. Now Alex is in danger—the kind that could get her killed.Not happening. Not on his watch. He’ll keep her safe at any cost…"Lisa Marie Rice is an autobuy author for me. She never disappoints! Her books are comfort reads that I re-read time and time again. Hands down she is one of my favorite authors." —NYT bestselling author Maya Banks"The right blend of romance and pulse-pounding thrills makes this a riveting story. Rice creates strong characters that develop and grow. ..Sensual sex scenes, action, suspense and some unpredictable twists keep the pages turning."—Romantic Times less

Buried secrets. Explosive passion. One unforgettable escape.Security consultant Nick Garin is called to the US Consulate in Naples, Italy, to investigate an intel leak. When he runs into the stunning and brilliant historian Parker Donovan, he can't take his eyes off her. Nick insists on tagging along to Parker's archeological excavation, but an earthquake buries them underground.Crawling in the dark through ancient passages, they discover an ancient deadly secret... moreBuried secrets. Explosive passion. One unforgettable escape.Security consultant Nick Garin is called to the US Consulate in Naples, Italy, to investigate an intel leak. When he runs into the stunning and brilliant historian Parker Donovan, he can't take his eyes off her. Nick insists on tagging along to Parker's archeological excavation, but an earthquake buries them underground.Crawling in the dark through ancient passages, they discover an ancient deadly secret.But someone close has betrayed them. Parker and Nick are the only ones standing between weapons of mass destruction and the Mafia—and now they must fight like hell, for their lives, and their love... less