Stealth Operations Specialists Series by Elle James

He’s trained to protect. She’s fighting to save Christmas. Together, they’re running out of time. His first assignment with Stealth Operations Specialists, Former Navy SEAL Nick St. Claire thought he’d left high-stakes missions behind—until he’s sent north to guard Mary Christmas, heir to Santa Land and the only one who can keep the holiday alive for the children of Alaska’s remote villages. With her father missing and shadowy enemies determined to silence her, Christmas itself is on the line... moreHe’s trained to protect. She’s fighting to save Christmas. Together, they’re running out of time. His first assignment with Stealth Operations Specialists, Former Navy SEAL Nick St. Claire thought he’d left high-stakes missions behind—until he’s sent north to guard Mary Christmas, heir to Santa Land and the only one who can keep the holiday alive for the children of Alaska’s remote villages. With her father missing and shadowy enemies determined to silence her, Christmas itself is on the line. Forced into a deadly game of survival, Nick and Mary race through icy wilderness, dodge ruthless attacks, and dig deep into secrets that could shatter everything. As danger closes in, so does their undeniable attraction—but trusting their hearts might be the most perilous move of all. Note: This book was previously published under a different title by Harlequin Enterprises and has since been modified and improved with additional content. less

Jack “Crusher” Bailey doesn’t need guns when his hands are deadlier than most arsenals. But even he isn’t prepared for what he finds when sent to infiltrate a bioterror compound—Dr. Marta Hale, bruised, brilliant, and refusing to be the key to the plague her captors want her to finish. With the cartel hunting them across continents, Crusher must protect the woman whose intellect could wipe out millions—or save them... moreJack “Crusher” Bailey doesn’t need guns when his hands are deadlier than most arsenals. But even he isn’t prepared for what he finds when sent to infiltrate a bioterror compound—Dr. Marta Hale, bruised, brilliant, and refusing to be the key to the plague her captors want her to finish. With the cartel hunting them across continents, Crusher must protect the woman whose intellect could wipe out millions—or save them. Forced into close quarters and tighter-than-safe proximity, their escape becomes a race against time, betrayal, and a viral clock that’s already begun to tick. less