Men of Valor Springs Series by Cassi Hart

RayAs a mechanic in a family full of lawyers, I’m used to being the black sheep. All I want in life is to run my auto repair shop with my trusted employees and live my life in peace. That peace is shattered when a gorgeous girl with innocent green eyes filled with fear shows up at my shop. It’s clear she’s hiding from someone. There’s something about the girl that thaws my cold, lonely heart... moreRayAs a mechanic in a family full of lawyers, I’m used to being the black sheep. All I want in life is to run my auto repair shop with my trusted employees and live my life in peace. That peace is shattered when a gorgeous girl with innocent green eyes filled with fear shows up at my shop. It’s clear she’s hiding from someone. There’s something about the girl that thaws my cold, lonely heart. It doesn’t take long for me to decide that this sweet angel is mine, and I’ll do anything to protect her and erase the haunted look in her eyes. PennyWhen my father died, I was devastated. When his business partner, Jonah, moved in to our home, I was terrified. The way he looks at me and the accidental touches make my skin crawl. It’s not long before he’s dictating my every move, and I’m forced to drop out of school. My mother is too lost in her grief to see what is happening, and I try to stay strong for her, but when Jonah crosses a line too far to ignore, I know I have to get out. Seizing the first chance I find, I flee. But escaping my new stepfather won’t be easy, and when I need a quick place to hide, I stop at an auto shop in the small town of Rosewood. There, I find far more than a temporary asylum. I find shelter, safety, and maybe even . . . love. Ray is rough around the edges, but something tells me I can believe him when he vows to protect me. less

WilsonI have a reputation around my small town for being a . . . difficult boss. But it’s not my fault HR continues to hire incompetent assistants with thin skin. I’m one of the top criminal defense attorneys in the state and the best in the county. I can’t afford mistakes. If that means I have to be cruel at times, so be it. I don’t have time for friends or relationships, I’m married to my work... moreWilsonI have a reputation around my small town for being a . . . difficult boss. But it’s not my fault HR continues to hire incompetent assistants with thin skin. I’m one of the top criminal defense attorneys in the state and the best in the county. I can’t afford mistakes. If that means I have to be cruel at times, so be it. I don’t have time for friends or relationships, I’m married to my work. That is, until HR hires a petite beauty with long dark hair and innocent brown eyes to be my new legal assistant. I can’t bring myself to call her on her mistakes or treat her harshly. Before I know it, I’m crossing lines I never thought I would. And the first time she calls me Sir in her sexy voice, I’m ready to show her exactly the kind of boss I am.SandyDesperate for any job, I jump at the first offer I’m given even though it means moving across the country to a tiny town. The last thing I expect of my new boss is an intimidating man with icy blue eyes and a reputation for scaring off new hires. So, of course the first thing I do is embarrass myself in his office when we meet. But something about Wilson Hile draws me in, and I don’t see the monster everyone else does. With me, he’s kind and patient. I love my new job, so it's frustrating when I learn that the entire town is making bets on how long I’ll last working for Wilson. But when lines start to blur and my feelings for him deepen, I realize that sleeping with my boss will either be the best thing to ever happen to me or my greatest mistake. less

RueMoving to Rosewood to be close to my aunt and start my floral business has been my dream since I was a little girl. For years, I’ve worked tirelessly to save every penny to make this my reality. I’ve missed out on so much, but it’s all been worth it to see my dreams come true. Until those dreams are literally crushed before my eyes by an out-of-control car. The driver of the car is a scared, lonely girl, and despite my devastation, I can’t bring myself to be angry with her... moreRueMoving to Rosewood to be close to my aunt and start my floral business has been my dream since I was a little girl. For years, I’ve worked tirelessly to save every penny to make this my reality. I’ve missed out on so much, but it’s all been worth it to see my dreams come true. Until those dreams are literally crushed before my eyes by an out-of-control car. The driver of the car is a scared, lonely girl, and despite my devastation, I can’t bring myself to be angry with her. The accident wasn’t her fault, after all. When I learn who she is—and who her brother is—I quickly find myself in over my head and falling for the one man in town I should avoid at all costs. But when I see his dark side, I can’t help but wonder what I’ve gotten myself into. I’m not usually a runner, but fleeing Rosewood—and the man I love—might be my only option. VladAs the local Bratva boss, I have a certain reputation among the residents of Rosewood. But I don’t care what others think of me. The only person in this world who truly matters to me is my baby sister. When I learn she’s been in a car accident, I can’t get to the hospital fast enough. I’m unprepared for the sight that greets me in her hospital room. The beautiful redhead my sister says helped her after the accident is like no woman I’ve ever seen. I’m drawn to her immediately and ready to make her mine. But when I learn what—and who—caused my sister’s accident, there’s no stopping the monster inside me from taking over. My dark side scares Rue, and when she runs, I’m forced to give chase. This little flower is mine, after all. I’m not letting her go, and I’ll do anything to convince her to stay. less

AryaBeing a Bratva princess isn’t easy, and with an older brother as protective as mine calling the shots, I’m lucky he let me return home to Rosewood at all. I’ve spent most of my life attending boarding schools in Belgium, but now that I’m an adult, I want the freedom to decide where I live. I’ve barely spent any time in Rosewood over the years, so it isn’t the town calling me back, it’s the man I know I’ll find there. Jax is my brother’s best friend and his second in command... moreAryaBeing a Bratva princess isn’t easy, and with an older brother as protective as mine calling the shots, I’m lucky he let me return home to Rosewood at all. I’ve spent most of my life attending boarding schools in Belgium, but now that I’m an adult, I want the freedom to decide where I live. I’ve barely spent any time in Rosewood over the years, so it isn’t the town calling me back, it’s the man I know I’ll find there. Jax is my brother’s best friend and his second in command. From the time I was a little girl, I adored Jax and the way he always made sure I was protected. For some reason, his overbearing nature doesn’t annoy me the way my brother’s does. But Jax still sees me as the little girl who went off to boarding school. He hasn’t noticed that I’m all grown up. But he’s going to. I might not be experienced or worldly, but I am determined. When a threat to my life has my big brother assigning Jax to be my personal bodyguard, I realize this is my chance. But can I convince Jax to open his eyes and see what’s always been waiting for him? Or will his loyalty to my brother overshadow everything else?JaxWorking for the Andreyev family has always been my destiny. Even joining the Marines didn’t change that. Vlad might be the one to issue the orders, but it’s me who ensures those orders are carried out. And I’m good at my job. It’s been my sole focus for years, after all. I’m loyal to my core, and there is nothing I won’t do for my best friend and boss…except maybe keep my hands off his baby sister. Arya is back after years abroad, and she is no longer the pint-sized princess I remember. No, now she’s a fully grown woman and absolutely gorgeous. She has the body of siren, but she can’t hide her inexperience. She’s the worst kind of temptation, and I have no choice to but keep my distance or risk everything I’ve worked so hard to achieve. But staying away becomes impossible when someone tries to hurt her and Vlad appoints me as her personal bodyguard. What better way to ensure Arya’s safety than to keep her in my bed? But once I have her there, I can’t let her go. Arya might be Bratva royalty, but she’s mine, and I’m going to make sure everyone knows it. less

AbbyGrowing up, my mother wouldn’t talk about her past. I never knew my father’s name or where we came from. My mother was all I had until she passed away and left me alone, save for her moody cat, Whiskers. Then I receive a call from a lawyer I’d never heard of, and what he has to say shakes the foundation of everything I thought I knew. As it turns out, my mother not only had a family, but she was an heiress... moreAbbyGrowing up, my mother wouldn’t talk about her past. I never knew my father’s name or where we came from. My mother was all I had until she passed away and left me alone, save for her moody cat, Whiskers. Then I receive a call from a lawyer I’d never heard of, and what he has to say shakes the foundation of everything I thought I knew. As it turns out, my mother not only had a family, but she was an heiress. With her and the rest of the family gone, the estate has now passed to me, including the grand hotel my grandfather built in the small town of Rosewood. Now I’m on a mission to discover my lost roots and maybe find out who I really am. The last thing I expected was to find love along the way. But when James suddenly appears in my life, I can’t help but wonder if I’ll find more than my past in Rosewood. Perhaps this little town also holds my future. JamesStill broken and aimless months after the injuries that ended my military career, I reluctantly return to my hometown of Rosewood. After joining the Marines at eighteen, I thought I’d said goodbye to my life in this tiny town for good. But as I drive back home with no plan for the future, I can’t help but wonder what fate has in store for me now. I get my answer sooner than I expect when I meet a blonde beauty with striking amber eyes on the side of the road, looking just as lost as I feel. From the moment I approach her, I can’t help the feeling that I’m coming home in more ways than one. I’ve only ever dreamed of being a soldier, but now, I can’t help but wonder if something greater is in store for me. All I have to do is convince Abby that Rosewood can be her home too. I’ll do whatever it takes to make her stay…in my town and by my side because when I look at Abby, I see my future clearer than I ever have before. less

SebastianAll I’ve ever wanted to do is write and play music, but my idiot bandmates seem determined to tank our careers. After their latest stunt, our record label is furious and threatening to terminate all of our contracts. So when my manager suggests I distance myself by making my image as wholesome as possible, I agree to his crazy plan of faking a committed relationship. The only problem is, I don’t date. Ever... moreSebastianAll I’ve ever wanted to do is write and play music, but my idiot bandmates seem determined to tank our careers. After their latest stunt, our record label is furious and threatening to terminate all of our contracts. So when my manager suggests I distance myself by making my image as wholesome as possible, I agree to his crazy plan of faking a committed relationship. The only problem is, I don’t date. Ever. So where am I going to find someone who I can stand playing pretend with? Turns out, she’s not as hard to find as I thought. A serendipitous social media post shows me that feisty little Lizzie from next door is all grown up and drop-dead gorgeous. From the moment I see her sapphire eyes on my screen, my determination to make her mine is anything but fake. Now I just have to convince her to play pretend with me while I figure out a way to keep her forever.LizzieI’ve been in love with Sebastian Foster for most of my life. But I’m not an idiot, I know a rockstar like him would never be interested in small-town girl like me. He couldn’t wait to get out of Rosewood to pursue his music career, and he hasn’t been home to visit since his band’s big break. So imagine my surprise when I see a social media post proclaiming our love and commitment to one another! I’m still reeling when Sebastian himself shows up in town, begging me to be his fake girlfriend. For years, I hid my feelings for him behind a veil of disdain, hoping they’d eventually fade, but they never did. How will I survive playing pretend when I want so badly for this to all be real? less