O'Connells (Eckhart)

Park ranger Ryan is shocked when Jenny, a one-night stand from years ago, moves to his Montana town with her troublesome daughter, Alison. But he can't resist the pull he feels toward her, especially once Alison goes missing and the truth about her daughter's real identity comes out. After the devastating loss of her husband, Jenny Sweetgrass packs up her teenage daughter, Alison, and moves to Livingston, Montana, hoping for a fresh start, that is, until Ryan O'Connell knocks on her door. Ryan is one of the six O'Connell siblings in Livingston, raised by an independent mom who has been a rock to him. He has a career he loves, and up until six weeks ago, he lived a comfortable life. When a new neighbor moves in and disturbs the quiet peace of the area, bringing with her a daughter who's walking trouble, Ryan is shocked to discover that the woman is a one-night stand he picked up at a bar years ago. Right now, the gorgeous Jenny isn't too interested in making friends, but despite her cool façade, as Ryan gets to know her, he can't fight an idiotic need to try to ease the pain he sees her trying to hide. At the same time, he knows deep down that both mother and daughter have a secret, and if he were smart, he would listen to his brother's warning and walk away. When Alison goes missing, everyone in town believes she simply ran off or found her way into trouble, but nothing about her disappearance adds up. She simply set out on an afternoon hike into the park and never came back. Jenny soon learns she's not alone when Ryan takes matters into his own hands and sets off with her into the park to find her daughter. What he doesn't know is that Alison is “actually” his daughter, too, and when he learns the truth and the real reason she left, the secret could end up dividing the O'Connell family and the community.

NY Times & USA Today bestselling author Lorhainne Eckhart brings you an emotional O'Connell family novel that is both "Gut-wrenching & Riveting." A small town. A scared little girl. A man with a gun. A small cabin deep in the woods. This book was a wonderful story." -Bev, Bookbub Reviewer When Marcus takes the call the first time, he thinks it's a prank. The second time, he knows there's a problem. The third time the call comes in and is patched through to him, he knows it's something he can't ignore. The only thing is, the girl is terrified and keeps hanging up, and Marcus knows someone is in the house with her. Can they save a girl from a desperate situation?

Dealing with ex-husbands can be difficult…especially when they've been charged with murder in a super-charged thriller. This is a real intriguing tale, filled with unexpected and surprising twists. Karen's secret past comes back in the most unusual way." Catlou Small-town lawyer Karen O'Connell receives a call from Jack Curtis, her vengeful ex-husband, whom she's never told anyone in her family about. He's found himself in jail charged with murder. He says he's innocent, and Karen soon learns the mysterious circumstances surrounding the murder could be the reason their hasty marriage ended so badly.

"Each book in the O'Connell Family series makes me fall more in love with this family." Rebmay Owen O'Connell wants only one thing: to put a ring on the finger of his long-time girlfriend, Tessa Brooks. But when her past fears become an obstacle between them, Owen may not get the new beginning and the happily ever after he truly wants. Meanwhile, Suzanne O'Connell finds herself in a year-long slump, being the live-in girlfriend of Deputy Harold Waters. Jobless and searching for something to give her life meaning, she finds herself on the wrong side of the law when she stands up for the rights of a stranger who is targeted by the community. Suzanne, who is known for her stubbornness and her obstinate sense of right and wrong, ends up taking on a woman no one else will, and in doing so, she tests her relationship not only with Harold but with every one of the O'Connells. As the O'Connells work together to keep their sister out of jail, can big brother Owen, who has been a father figure to all his siblings, achieve the future he dreams of with the only woman he's ever truly loved?

Three years after an unforgettable weekend with a mysterious woman, Luke is shocked to find that Misty is his new neighbor - and she's running from danger. Can Luke's special forces background help him protect her? Prepare to be captivated by "The Girl Next Door," a haunting romantic thriller where romance and suspense intertwine. When Luke O'Connell, a special forces operator, unexpectedly reunites with Misty Bates, a woman he never thought he'd see again, he quickly discovers she's hiding a dangerous secret. As he delves deeper into her past, he realizes the lengths someone is willing to go to keep the truth concealed. Luke's life takes an unexpected turn when his family introduces him to the nice girl next door, only to realize that she is none other than the mysterious fling from years ago. As he gets closer to Misty, he unravels the reality that she's running from something perilous. Protecting her becomes his priority, but the danger she's entangled in could jeopardize any chance of love they might have. In this heart-pounding tale of suspense, romance, and secrets, Luke's special forces background becomes crucial as he races against time to safeguard Misty and uncover the truth. Dive into the thrilling world of "The Girl Next Door" and experience an unforgettable rollercoaster of emotions.

In "The Gatekeeper," Reine Colbert is ready to reclaim her life after facing devastating losses. Taken in by the O'Connells, she finds solace, but secrets linger beneath the surface. When Suzanne O'Connell uncovers a hidden truth about crimes against women, they become entangled in a dangerous web. As they confront their pasts, they must brace themselves for a perilous journey that could lead to unthinkable consequences. Will they survive, or will the price of justice be too high?

One late night, Sheriff Marcus O'Connell receives a call about two escaped prisoners considered a danger to the community. A search is underway, and the warden has reason to believe the escaped convicts are headed toward Livingston. An urgent warning is issued: Shoot to kill. Hours later, Marcus is called to a crime scene. The body of one of the escaped prisoners has been discovered deep in the woods, and the scene has already been lit up, with three prison guards standing over the body, along with the sheriff and deputy from the county over and a tracker with his dogs. A story has been neatly put together, and the group at the scene tries to send Marcus on his way. Yet one prisoner is still missing. Marcus is told no investigation is necessary, that he should sign off on the case and walk away. But nothing adds up. The problem is that dead men can't talk, and Marcus can't shake the feeling that the story he's being told is a coverup for something far more sinister.

The O'Connells of Livingston, Montana, are not your typical family. Follow them on their journey to the dark and dangerous side of love in a series of romantic thrillers you won't want to miss. Raised by a single mother after their father's mysterious disappearance eighteen years ago, the six grown siblings live in a small town with all kinds of hidden secrets, lies, and deception. -A new family series more suspenseful than the Friessens." Karen L. Vine Voice This boxed set collection in The O'Connells series includes The Neighbor, The Third Call & The Secret Husband The Neighbor: Park ranger Ryan is shocked when Jenny, a one-night stand from years ago, moves to his Montana town with her troublesome daughter, Alison. But he can't resist the pull he feels toward her - especially once Alison goes missing and the truth about her daughter's real identity comes out… The Third Call: When dispatcher Charlotte Roy passes along a call to bad-boy deputy Marcus O'Connell, they learn a six-year-old child is in danger. Can they save the girl from a desperate situation? The Secret Husband: Small-town lawyer Karen O'Connell receives a call from Jack Curtis, her vengeful ex-husband, whom she's never told anyone in her family about. He's found himself in jail charged with murder. He says he's innocent, and Karen soon learns the mysterious circumstances surrounding the murder could be the reason their hasty marriage ended so badly.

This boxed set collection in The O'Connells series includes  The Fallen O'Connell - Book 10 A broken man seeking a new life. A diabolical plot that revolves around his unexpected return. Will the combination ruin a prominent family? The Return of the O'Connells - Book 11 A family reconciling their troubled past. A new enemy emerges. Will this unsettling development ruin the O'Connell's hard-earned harmony? And Then She Was Gone - Book 12 The moment Brady told his family he was engaged, his fiancée was nowhere to be found.

Dive into the thrilling world of the O'Connell family with three gripping favorites in this collection. In 'The Stalker,' a small-town girl meets a seemingly perfect man with chilling secrets. 'The O'Connell Family Christmas' turns a festive gathering into a holiday thriller filled with love and dark mayhem. In 'The Girl Next Door,' a blast from Luke's past brings danger and secrets that could jeopardize the O'Connells. Explore suspense and unbreakable family bonds in this pulse-pounding box set by bestselling author Lorhainne Eckhart.