Coltons of New York

USA TODAY Bestselling Author She was being framed for murder and desperate for his protection. Detective Sean Colton was working another case when he and Orla Roberts discovered her murdered father. With her twin sister's DNA all over the crime scene, Orla has become a suspect and possibly the next victim-no way was Sean letting her out of his sight. Because even if the law and the public were crying out for justice, she was now his to keep safe… From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama. Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the The Coltons of New York series: Book 1: Colton's Unusual Suspect by Marie Ferrarella Book 2: Protecting Colton's Baby by Tara Taylor Quinn Book 3: Colton's Body of Proof by Karen Whiddon Book 4: Colton's Undercover Seduction by Beth Cornelison Book 5: Agent Colton's Secret Investigation by Dana Nussio Book 6: Under Colton's Watch by Addison Fox Book 7: Colton's Deadly Affair by Jennifer D. Bokal Book 8: Chasing a Colton Killer by Deborah Fletcher Mello Book 9: Protecting Colton's Secret Daughters by Lisa Childs

USA TODAY Bestselling Author In a stalker's sights... Unless they can stop him. When someone tries to abduct Assistant District Attorney Emily Hernandez, even the cool-as-nails prosecutor is rattled. Enter young hotshot private investigator Cormac Colton, who's determined to protect the ADA. Problem is, after a whirlwind week of passion, Colton disappeared from Emily's life and shattered her trust. And now Emily's not only the target of a stalker, but also pregnant, with Colton's child!

Digging into the past... ...might get her killed Within minutes of reconnecting with her high school boyfriend, CSI Ellie Mathers survives two attempts on her life. Liam Colton insists on staying by her side until he knows she's safe, and Ellie doesn't push him away. Is it because she wants his help figuring out if her long-lost childhood best friend wants her dead? Or because the bad boy she broke up with has grown into an upstanding, and extremely sexy, man?

When working undercover takes on a whole new meaning This assignment could finally give rookie cop Eva Colton the opportunity to prove herself-to her squad and her family. But it meant partnering with Carmine DiRico...as his wife. The handsome detective was a thorn in Eva's side and a temptation she dare not act upon. Sharing such close quarters with Carmine, even if it was their only chance to bring down a murderer, was a risk that would change everything.

A rancher confronts the past With a fearless agent's help... Rancher Micah Perry always suspected his father was murdered. Now FBI agent Deirdre Colton is seeking his help investigating his former stepmother, a potential serial killer. The case is Deirdre's chance to redeem herself with the Bureau. But Micah wants only to protect his son and find out who is sabotaging his ranch. Working together demands they overcome their differences...and their searing attraction.

A killer on the loose ...and an unexpected attraction There's only one way US Marshal Aidan Colton can protect a pregnant, recently widowed witness from the Black Widow. He takes Ciara Kelly to a safe house to guard her 24/7. But keeping a professional distance from the bristly, independent professor challenges his long-held distrust of serious relationships. In fact, it's harder than he imagined. Especially when the Black Widow has vengeful plans to snare Ciara.

When a reluctant partnership Leads to a startling attraction. With a serial killer on the loose, FBI special agent Sinead Colton was assigned to work with Wells Blackthorne. The NYPD detective truly didn't want her assistance on the Landmark Killer case, but lives were at stake. After a shooting and explosion, one of those lives just might belong to Wells. As guardian to his infant nephew, Wells had much to lose. And, Sinead soon realized, she had so much to protect.

While she chases a headline... He's chasing a serial killer. Journalist Stella Maxwell may be guilty of prying into FBI agent Brennan Colton's past for a story, but Brennan knows she's not guilty of murder, despite what's being alleged. He's prepared for the risks of protecting Stella from the notorious Landmark Killer, and yet keeping his guard up to protect his heart might prove to be a different kind of challenge.

New York Times Bestselling Author Chasing killers is his job... Protecting family, his purpose A serial killer's threats drive agent Cash Colton to locate his ex-wife. After arriving just in time to save Valentina from being killed, he's shocked to discover that the toddlers accompanying her are his daughters. Cash hadn't wanted kids, so Valentina kept them secret. Now, guarding his newfound family, Cash is developing tender feelings for his daughters...and reawakening old longings he thought he'd buried.

She went undercover to escape a killer... And attracted another. A serial killer's threats drive FBI tech expert Ashlynn Colton undercover at a dude ranch. Investigating her prime suspect's half-brother, cowboy Kyle Slater, the city girl is unprepared for how displaced she feels on a ranch...and for her attraction to Kyle. When Kyle's murderous father threatens Ashlynn, she and Kyle take refuge at a remote cabin. Now Ashlynn's greatest danger comes from her own heart.

As partners, they maintain their distance... But danger has forced them together. Crime scene investigator Patrick Colton's attraction to his partner, Kyra Patel, is inappropriate, and not just because it's unprofessional, Kyra is also very pregnant. Patrick struggles to keep his feelings in check as they work together. But when Kyra becomes the only eyewitness to a serial killer, Patrick moves in with Kyra to protect her. Now Patrick has more than just a killer to worry about, he needs to guard his heart, too.

A ploy to trap a killer… May also ensnare their hearts. After losing her partner, Detective Rory Colton resents being assigned a new one. Especially one as arrogant and irritating as Isaac Donner. But to catch the Landmark Killer, Rory agrees to go undercover with Isaac, posing as newlyweds. Their kisses are meant to convince the killer. And yet the unexpected desire they spark is all too real…and a distraction that could cost them their lives. From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama. Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of The Coltons of New York series: Book 1: Colton's Unusual Suspect by Marie Ferrarella Book 2: Protecting Colton's Baby by Tara Taylor Quinn Book 3: Colton's Body of Proof by Karen Whiddon Book 4: Colton's Undercover Seduction by Beth Cornelison Book 5: Agent Colton's Secret Investigation by Dana Nussio Book 6: Under Colton's Watch by Addison Fox Book 7: Colton's Deadly Affair by Jennifer D. Bokal Book 8: Chasing a Colton Killer by Deborah Fletcher Mello Book 9: Protecting Colton's Secret Daughters by Lisa Childs Book 10: Colton's Montana Hideaway by Justine Davis Book 11: CSI Colton and the Witness by Linda O. Johnston Book 12: Colton's Yuletide Manhunt by Kacy Cross