Shark's Edge

She's the flame in his heart... He's the heat she can't ignore... Dependable and loyal to a fault, sexy bachelor Grant Twombley doesn't usually find himself in the friend zone, but that's the predicament he's in now with headstrong and heartbroken Rio Gibson-who, with sexy sass and beguiling wit, hides her hobby-level thrill of lighting fires from everyone who cares about her. On a private cruise from Southern California to Hawaii and back, Grant does everything in his power to heal Rio's mind, body, and soul. But Rio continues to reject his persistence, despite her own growing desire for their passion. Even though her worst enemy continues to be her tangled, tormented mind. When unexpected guests join the last leg of their journey, Rio must hold herself together long enough to bring everyone home safely. If she can't rise to the challenge, she's destined to watch all that her heart holds dear go up in smoke. Again.

His worst burns are from the fire she didn't start... Being someone's rock is a role Rio Gibson never saw herself playing. On most days, she's not convinced she can even care for her adopted stray cat. But, waiting for the safe return of the man she loves might be the most excruciating trial of her life, and she's pulled herself together with strength she never knew existed. Grant Twombley has reached his limit. Normally gregarious and good-natured, his spirit takes a leave of absence after he's returned to Rio's side. He's unharmed-or so it appears. He never thought he'd revisit the dark side of his temperament, but it slides back into place like his favorite worn-in jeans. Andm what do you know? The damn things still fit. Maybe a little too well. If Rio can conquer her demons, she just might be the guiding light Grant needs. But, will it be enough for them to finally have their shot at happiness?

I swore no one would ever have that kind of power over me again... Elijah Banks is a textbook playboy. On the outside, he was cut from the perfect mold-stunning good looks, beachside mansion, secretive job, sexual notoriety. On the inside, he's bitter and hurt and has sworn to never be the victim of a lying, cheating, using woman again. Hannah Farsey is the family good girl. Not but choice, but by fate's design. When she becomes Elijah's houseguest and obvious object of his desire, she's determined to not let a childhood nightmare be the narrative of at least one relationship in her life. But, when your secret is this big... your burden this heavy... fate doesn't hand over control so easily. A lesson Hannah's about to learn the hard way. Will this too-good-to-be-true man's overwhelming and all-consuming feelings for her go the distance, while she endures more upheaval in her life? Or, will he cut bait and run and prove Hannah was just another one of Elijah's Whims?

Elijah Banks thought he found his one true love-until she walked out their front door without even saying goodbye. For years he's lived a hedonistic lifestyle and made sure he never got close to a woman again. Hannah Farsey wants the real deal with her new housemate and is willing to overlook the imperfect parts of his history to get it. When their pasts and presents collide in spectacular fashion, she's not sure she can trust his declarations. Can this physically flawless man find the courage to commit himself completely to their budding relationship? Or will bitterness and disdain become the signposts to his future? Is the love and desire enough to guide him on the honest path to Hannah? Because of the darkest secret from his past, Elijah's convinced he's not good enough for this perfect, beautiful woman. Until she reveals she's been keeping secrets too…