Love and Treasure Series by Carina Taylor

A romantic comedy adventureFletcher is the “World’s Worst Boyfriend” and I have the trophy to prove it—along with the consolation gift card I’ve already spent.Entering him into the anonymous contest was cathartic and eye opening. It’s obvious I need to end this farce of a relationship… so, I do.Too bad I’m still comparing every man I meet to Fletcher. Too bad I can’t get him out of my mind—or my house, for that matter, with the way he’s always stopping by to ‘fix’ something... moreA romantic comedy adventureFletcher is the “World’s Worst Boyfriend” and I have the trophy to prove it—along with the consolation gift card I’ve already spent.Entering him into the anonymous contest was cathartic and eye opening. It’s obvious I need to end this farce of a relationship… so, I do.Too bad I’m still comparing every man I meet to Fletcher. Too bad I can’t get him out of my mind—or my house, for that matter, with the way he’s always stopping by to ‘fix’ something. And it’s especially too bad that I’m learning not everything is as it seems, and that maybe, just maybe, Fletcher had a good reason for his actions. (Although, there is no justification for the moldy laundry.) What’s a girl to do? He says he’ll explain everything soon. But am I ready to face that explanation? What if he’s really not the worst—what if I am?A romantic comedy adventure to make you laugh out loud! less

He's a reformed con man. I'm an antique dealer. The problem? We're after the same chess set, and I can't decide which I want more: the treasure or him. When Bodie King strolls into my antique shop, with a smile that could charm anyone, I know two things: He's trouble. I'm going to have to keep my guard up because I like trouble. He's searching for a priceless chess set—the same one I'm looking for... moreHe's a reformed con man. I'm an antique dealer. The problem? We're after the same chess set, and I can't decide which I want more: the treasure or him. When Bodie King strolls into my antique shop, with a smile that could charm anyone, I know two things: He's trouble. I'm going to have to keep my guard up because I like trouble. He's searching for a priceless chess set—the same one I'm looking for. When he finds out he can't charm the location out of me, he resorts to some mild break-ins and kidnapping. All in a day's work for him. But when someone sets my antique store on fire, it puts my life on the line. Imagine my surprise when Bodie appoints himself as my reluctant protector… which is way more dangerous. Because the real risk isn't losing the chess set—it's losing my heart. Bodie's made it clear that he wants me. And if there's one thing I know about Bodie King, it's that he never plays fair. Note: Rook to King is a closed door romantic comedy adventure featuring morally gray characters. There is some mild language and a meddling grandma. Read at your own risk. less

Cleo Ricci is just your everyday, average mafia princess about to be forced into marriage. She'll do anything to get out—even steal from a thief.Cleo Ricci has a reputation for being an ice queen. She's spent time cultivating that image, and is happy that her reputation precedes her.But the reality is she's just your everyday, average mafia princess about to be forced into marriage.Luckily, she's found the perfect escape.A briefcase full of three million dollars... moreCleo Ricci is just your everyday, average mafia princess about to be forced into marriage. She'll do anything to get out—even steal from a thief.Cleo Ricci has a reputation for being an ice queen. She's spent time cultivating that image, and is happy that her reputation precedes her.But the reality is she's just your everyday, average mafia princess about to be forced into marriage.Luckily, she's found the perfect escape.A briefcase full of three million dollars.However, there's another thief around and she's soon fighting Nicholas Bennetto for her ticket to freedom.He keeps showing up no matter how often she tries to push him away, and she finds herself becoming fond of those blue eyes and arrogant smile.Cleo has a choice to make, and she can only keep love or treasure?Love and Treasure is a novella set in the 1960's. Both characters have a morally gray compass but are lovable all the same. less

Sydney is out for revenge no matter what it takes—including teaming up with a grumpy, retired cop who wants nothing to do with her.West has retired from the police force. Completely burnt out, he doesn't want to protect anyone anymore. All he wants is to be left alone so that he can refinish his new-to-him sailboat.Unfortunately for him, a woman shows up asking for his help—needing his help.He does the only thing he can.And says no... moreSydney is out for revenge no matter what it takes—including teaming up with a grumpy, retired cop who wants nothing to do with her.West has retired from the police force. Completely burnt out, he doesn't want to protect anyone anymore. All he wants is to be left alone so that he can refinish his new-to-him sailboat.Unfortunately for him, a woman shows up asking for his help—needing his help.He does the only thing he can.And says no.But that doesn't seem to stop her from seeking him out when her plans for revenge go sideways and she's now the target. He can't just walk away and leave her to fend for herself.Now he's stuck with a cheerful, optimistic, vengeance-bent woman as a passenger on his sailboat.West might not have been able to keep her off his boat, but he'll surely be able to keep her out of his heart.Maybe.West of Port is a closed door romcom adventure! It contains mild language and suspenseful elements. less