Kings of the Castle

Mariano 'Reno' DeLuca uses his skills and resources to create safe havens for women who find themselves in dangerous situations. Unfortunately, a surge in criminal activity in the Chatham area threatens the women's anonymity and security, including the mysterious beauty who landed on the doorstep of The Second Chance at Life Women's Shelter right before an all hands on deck call that summons him to The Castle. When Zuri Okusanya, an exotic Tanzanian Princess, arrives seeking refuge from an arranged marriage and its deadly consequences, Mariano is now forced to relocate the women in the shelter to an even more secluded place. He is striving hard not to lose his heart to the forbidden goddess, all while fighting an enemy who's supposed to be an ally and fending off immoral attempts by men who covet his seat on The Castle's board. Will Mariano have the power to defeat his adversaries before they destroy him and the woman he loves?

Shaz Bostwick's personal views and business ethics collide when Camilla Gibson walks into his office, seeking his help. The treatment her daughter needs is available in Chicago, but Camilla is almost out of time and has several issues working against her. Raised as an immigrant, Shaz knows the heartache of family separation firsthand. In a race against the clock and the authorities, he calls in favors but receives a disturbing offer. Let baby Ayanna slip through the cracks in exchange for a handsome reward. Fed up with politicians and businessmen with too much money and too little scruples, Shaz and his fellow Kings of the Castle band together to stem the flow of illegal adoptions, while they solve the mystery of who wants their mentor dead. Camilla Gibson has traveled the world in her capacity as an adventurer, sometime model, and blogging celebrity. In her eyes, the charming, but tough lawyer is her last resort before deportation. Shaz is smart and tenacious, with renowned negotiating skills and a reputation for making a way when there seems to be none. If she can get past the biggest crisis in her life, then maybe the spark of attraction that sizzles between them will develop into something magical. ABOUT THE KINGS OF THE CASTLE SERIES. Each King book is a standalone, NO cliffhangers. Fate made them brothers, but protecting the Castle, each other, and the women they love, will make them Kings. Their combined efforts to find the current Castle members responsible for the attempt on their mentor's life, is the beginning of dangerous challenges that will alter the path of their lives forever. These powerful men, unexpectedly brought together by their pasts and current circumstances, will become a force to be reckoned with.

When a coma patient becomes pregnant under mysterious circumstances, Jai's medical facility and employees come under intense government, media, and law enforcement scrutiny. During the investigation, he receives a mysterious call summoning him to The Castle following an attempt on his mentor's life. Soon, Jai is thrust into a position and a brotherhood that will require more of him than he's prepared to give. With it, a dark family secret explodes that has the potential to destroy the people he loves most. Temple Devaughn survives a horrific ordeal that lands her in a year-long coma. She finally awakens, only to find she's been violated and now has a child. The police are investigating the men who cared for her at a medical center that employs "controversial" but highly successful methods. Yet, she has no choice but to trust Jai after she learns the lengths her family has gone to get their hands on a fortune they've kept hidden all this time. Complications arise, and Jai is forced to step in to protect Temple from the revenge-seeking perpetrator while showing that he can guard her heart as well. Will Jai be able to fend off their enemies, fulfill his destiny at The Castle, and navigate a relationship with Temple that is marred by betrayal, mystery, and deadly attempts to silence her once and for all?

Two things threaten to destroy several areas of Daron Kincaid's life-the tracking device he developed to locate victims of sex trafficking and an inherited membership in a mysterious outfit called The Castle. The new developments set the stage to dismantle the relationship with Cameron, the woman he loves, as well as the new life he's building outside of an Interpol and FBI sting that brought down his former enemies. Coming out of the shadows could have dangerous consequences that affect everyone around him. Marquise Sinclair, a crime boss over an international theft ring, is determined to take Daron's position in the Castle by leveraging Cameron's life against a project worth billions. Unfortunately, he is unaware that his lovely target was fiercely trained to make men weak or put them on the wrong side of the grave. The secrets Daron keeps from Cameron and his inner circle only complicates an already tumultuous situation that wasn't of his own making. Can Daron take on Marquise, manage his secrets and loyalty to the Castle without permanently losing the woman he loves?? National Bestselling Author, Karen D. Bradley gives you Book 5 of the Kings of the Castle Standalone Series, featuring Daron Kincaid. ABOUT THE KINGS OF THE CASTLE SERIES Each King book is a standalone, NO cliffhangers USA Today, New York Times, and National Bestselling Authors work together to provide you with a world you'll never want to leave. The Castle. Powerful men unexpectedly brought together by their pasts and current circumstances will become a force to be reckoned with. Their combined efforts to find the current Castle members responsible for the attempt on their mentor's life, is the beginning of dangerous challenges that will alter the path of their lives forever. Fate made them brothers, but protecting the Castle and the women they love, will make them Kings. Book 1-Kings of the Castle (the introduction to the series Book 2-King of Chatham Book 3-King of Evanston Book 4-King of Devon Book 5-King of Morgan Park Book 6-King of South Shore Book 7-King of Lincoln Park Book 8-King of Hyde Park Book 9- King of Lawndale

Grant Khambrel, a sexy, successful architect, worked hard to build a thriving business only to have it threatened by mistake that someone has laid at his door. The man who raised Grant after his parents died, made arrangements for Grant to receive the funds necessary to start a lucrative construction company. Soon Grant learns the money came from questionable means with strings attached; strings that took him years to cut and bury. After winning a multi-million dollar contract to renovate the United Center in Chicago, his bid comes under fire when rumors of improper business ethics arise. Grant is blackmailed by a powerful local politician for access and control of something money can't buy, but will cost him everything if he gives in. Autumn Knight, the beautiful Administrative Director of the United Center, grew up around both sides of Chicago politics. Her father, a local real estate tycoon and powerful Alderman, believes he should financially benefit from the good works he provides to his community. Autumn loves her father, but disagrees with how he operates and refuses to follow his path. Her career requires interaction with the new architect selected by her father's committee. When Grant and Autumn meet, their chemistry is overwhelming, and they're eager to explore their romantic possibilities. Unfortunately, lies and secrets threaten the future they both believe is possible. ABOUT THE KINGS OF THE CASTLE SERIES Each King book is a standalone, NO cliffhangers Fate made them brothers, but protecting the Castle, each other, and the women they love, will make them Kings. Their combined efforts to find the current Castle members responsible for the attempt on their mentor's life, is the beginning of dangerous challenges that will alter the path of their lives forever. These powerful men, unexpectedly brought together by their pasts and current circumstances, will become a force to be reckoned with. Book 1-Kings of the Castle (the introduction to the series) Book 2-King of Chatham Book 3-King of Evanston Book 4-King of Devon Book 5-King of Morgan Park Book 6-King of South Shore Book 7-King of Lincoln Park Book 8-King of Hyde Park Book 9- King of Lawndale

Alejandro "Dro" Reyes is a master of damage control, a man who's spent his life mending messes and salvaging reputations. As the owner of a thriving crisis management firm in Chicago, he's no stranger to high-stakes games. But when a cryptic call after a near-fatal attack on his mentor forces him into the shadowy world of The Castle-a secretive organization with ties to his family-Dro steps into a battle he didn't see coming, one that puts more than his reputation on the line. Enter Lola Samuels, the razor-sharp public relations queen of Chicago's elite. When her latest client, bad-boy millionaire Shawn Mayhew, needs an urgent image overhaul, she turns to Alejandro for help. Their chemistry crackles, but business comes first-or so they think. What should be a straightforward collaboration spirals into chaos when Lola discovers a long-standing vendetta between the Reyes and Mayhew families-one Dro intends to exploit. As secrets unravel and alliances blur, Lola finds herself caught in a dangerous game of power, betrayal, and deception. Torn between his quest for vengeance and his growing feelings for Lola, Alejandro must rally his newly reunited brothers-in-arms to save the woman who's become his heart. When love and loyalty collide, can they survive the fallout? Or will the shadows of the past destroy them both? Perfect for intrigue, romance, and edge-of-your-seat suspense fans, this gripping tale will leave you breathless until the very last page. ABOUT THE KINGS OF THE CASTLE SERIES The Kings of the Castle is a series of self-contained stories with characters in a shared world full of high-stakes suspense, fast-paced plots, and breathtaking romance. Each book features a different King of the Castle, written by a bestselling author. Each book from 2-9 is a standalone story in the same world, with no cliffhangers. These powerful men, unexpectedly brought together by their pasts and current circumstances, will become a force to be reckoned with. Book 1 - Kings of the Castle (the introduction to the series) Book 2 - King of Chatham Book 3 - King of Evanston Book 4 - King of Devon Book 5 - King of Morgan Park Book 6 - King of South Shore Book 7 - King of Lincoln Park Book 8 - King of Hyde Park Book 9 - King of Lawndale

Dwayne Harper's passion is giving disadvantaged boys the tools to transform themselves into successful men. But two things stand in his way-a political outfit that does not want the competition Dwayne's new education system will bring, and a well-connected former member of The Castle who will use everything-even the boys Dwayne mentors-to shut him down. Dwayne's fiancée Tiffany is harboring a secret that can shatter his dream, not to mention his heart. This causes her to second guess her acceptance of his proposal. But while she's backpedaling, sexy Chanel Bordeaux goes full throttle, offering to use her pull on the State Charter School Commission to help Dwayne fight those opposed to his school. Things get complicated for everyone involved when Chanel dives into Tiffany's past and blackmails her, hoping to get Dwayne all to herself. Now Tiffany wishes she had been truthful with Dwayne from day one so she wouldn't have become a weapon to be used against him. One of these women holds the key to Dwayne's success. The other can cause his downfall. Dwayne must choose the right queen, fend off powerful enemies, and forge his way toward the success that's due him as a King of the Castle. (Kings of the Castle Book 9)