Serenity Securities, Team Hawk Series by Cassie Colton, Operation Alpha

Still buried in guilt from losing his unit, Ryder "Patch" Hawkins is ready to end it all. The last thing he wants to do is face his demons and rehash the events of that tragic day. However, he reluctantly agrees to admit himself into Winters Foundation Hospital on Serenity Mountain, a facility that specializes in veteran recovery. Meeting Dr. Claire Meyers changes everything for the battered corpsman... moreStill buried in guilt from losing his unit, Ryder "Patch" Hawkins is ready to end it all. The last thing he wants to do is face his demons and rehash the events of that tragic day. However, he reluctantly agrees to admit himself into Winters Foundation Hospital on Serenity Mountain, a facility that specializes in veteran recovery. Meeting Dr. Claire Meyers changes everything for the battered corpsman.Ryder makes an astonishing breakthrough with the sassy and confident psychologist's unorthodox methods. Soon, the strong and sarcastic man begins to soften in her presence. But when a dangerous killer sets his sights on Claire, Ryder and the Serenity Securities team jump into action. Ryder refuses to lose another person he cares about. He's determined to save her before it's too late. Will Ryder finally find a "life worth living" and allow Claire to rescue him from himself? less

Ready to put the pieces of his life back together, Marcus "Knight" Hutchins interviews with the Serenity Securities team. Knight will do anything to put his cheating ex-wife and their past behind him.When Knight returns to Seattle, one call changes everything for the former SEAL.Gabrielle Hutchins still longs for the man she met years ago in the diner, but Knight is no longer that charming and forgiving man. Knight is far from the Marcus she fell for... moreReady to put the pieces of his life back together, Marcus "Knight" Hutchins interviews with the Serenity Securities team. Knight will do anything to put his cheating ex-wife and their past behind him.When Knight returns to Seattle, one call changes everything for the former SEAL.Gabrielle Hutchins still longs for the man she met years ago in the diner, but Knight is no longer that charming and forgiving man. Knight is far from the Marcus she fell for. Embracing life and working on herself became Gabbie's only option. However, Knight's beside her hospital bed when she needs him the most. Now, she is forced to face the truth and explain how much danger she's truly in.Knight is determined to protect Gabrielle at all costs and prove he's her "knight in shining armor." Can she finally let down her guard and admit how much she's been Missing Marcus? less

Military veteran Hannah Bailey has retreated into herself after serving time in combat. Never a strong proponent for battle, she only wanted to appease her father--a man who only wanted sons. Now, after years of quiet solitude, Hannah refuses to leave her room at the Winters Foundation, nor will she open up to anyone about her trauma.Former K-9 handler Cole Martin trains dogs for Team Hawk at the Winters Foundation... moreMilitary veteran Hannah Bailey has retreated into herself after serving time in combat. Never a strong proponent for battle, she only wanted to appease her father--a man who only wanted sons. Now, after years of quiet solitude, Hannah refuses to leave her room at the Winters Foundation, nor will she open up to anyone about her trauma.Former K-9 handler Cole Martin trains dogs for Team Hawk at the Winters Foundation. The new reserved, silent woman intrigues Cole, but she denies anyone access to her thoughts and emotions. The only way he can truly get through to her is with the help of his most reliable colleague, Brody, a rascally German Shepherd who gets himself into trouble on a daily basis. Hannah’s reluctant nature is no match for Brady’s charm. As the dog draws her out of her shell, Cole searches for a way in. Can the shepherd and Cole heal Hannah’s heart to make room for both of them? less