Historical and Historical-Paranormal  Romance

Beautiful Rose

Life is a Highway

Jilted by his bride-to-be, wealthy Spanish landowner Don Vidal Salazar fears he’s lost his passion for life. That is, until his English secretary, Rosalind Carlisle, intervenes.
Unable to resist her sympathy, Vidal makes a scandalous request of his friend—a night of resplendent passion. A request she shockingly grants.

A year later, neither can forget the tender liaison. Vidal, his heart finally free, is ready to take another chance at love, and he offers Rosalind her heart’s desire.
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But Vidal doesn’t realize that Rosalind came to Spain fleeing a scandalous past and a cruel fate that may tear the lovers apart forever. 


★★★★★ - "I recommend it to any adult that is not afraid to read about physical love. The story was captivating."

★★★★★ - "When it comes to the romance genre there aren't many authors who can make me blush and keep reading - but this author can!"

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It’s 1975 and the recession is waning, but for the small town of Beulah, Illinois, life will never be the same. An industrial accident has claimed the lives of five workers, leaving their wives and children struggling... and the company is trying to deny their wrongful death payout. ​

Hi, I'm Janet and you might be wondering why I care. I mean, I run a bar, right? But my sister, Thea, is one of those widows, struggling to raise two kids alone--well, not really alone. I’m helping, along with my daughter Brandy and my boyfriend, Rick-- but she's still in a tough place.

To make matters worse, the manager isn’t done causing trouble. It may just be in the best interest of both Thea's family and mine if we make an unscheduled road trip to another town… in another state where we can build a new life. All we want is a fresh start, far from the terrible memories. If we can survive the journey!
 
Note to readers: this 29,000-word romantic suspense novella contains sexy scenes and strong language.

Devilfire

Texas 1880

In the aftermath of a deadly fire, Dr. Gavin Morris, on hand to render aid to the few survivors, runs into someone he does not expect. Medium Annabelle Smith has arrived to help the dead cross over. Despite the grim work, the two find themselves immediately drawn to one another.

But this one chance encounter does not end their unexpected connection. Time and again, fate draws them to scenes of destruction, until they can no longer pretend that the fires are natural…and cannot deny that their connection also transcends the ordinary.
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But Annabelle is not all she appears. One of her many secrets may be what saves them… or what ultimately leads to their deaths. Are Gavin and Annabelle doomed to burn with more than passion?

★★★★★ - "Good character development, and a fun story. I do like these characters and would love to read more of their adventures."

★★★★★ - "A thoroughly enjoyable story that will keep you interested from the first to last page."

You Within Me

Pittsburgh 1919
​For adventurous steel heiress Violet Warren, life is satisfactory but not truly satisfying. It's the wake of World War I, and although she has some friends and a mysterious book to keep her company, Violet finds life in 1919 Pittsburgh stifling.

An adventure in Egypt seems just the solution she needs. Unfortunately, Violet fails to take into account the ongoing revolt of Egyptian nationals. When the train she’s riding on is attacked, a mysterious figure appears and ushers her to safety.
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But who is this strange man who calls himself Leontios? Can he truly be an ancient magician brought back to life by wild magic, and will he save Violet — and all of Egypt — from an unknown threat, or lead her to her doom?

★★★★★ - "This story transcends the limitations and oppression of society to weave a tale that shows us that plans are set in motion of every person on this planet, and it is up to us to choose to walk in the path of our destiny."
★★★★★ - "A definite must read and won't disappoint."​

Blood Fever

Spring, 1945

​The war in Europe is ending, but in New Orleans's French Quarter, the sultry nights conceal an even greater danger to humanity.

Standing against the ancient, bloodthirsty evil is scientist Philippe Dumont, who races against time to cure a disease that resembles yellow fever, but is not.

Budding researcher Daphne Delaney joins Philippe, hoping to prevent their powerful enemy's plan. But neither Daphne nor Philippe can grasp the scope of the danger they face, nor of the passion they will find in each other.

From urban New Orleans to the depths of the bayou, Philippe must chase the monster to save the woman he loves. But the Vampire King will not rest until the lovers belong to him... for all eternity.
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This steamy romance includes graphic sex scenes and scenes of non-consensual sexual contact.
Praise:
★★★★★ - "Exceptional writing."

★★★★★ - "Love, intrigue, adventure and much more."