Caroline Burnes
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LORD OF THE DESERTProud and fierce as the windswept sands he ruled, Omar Dukhan was sworn to protect his people and to guard their ancient secret.To keep lovely scientist Beth Bradshaw from exposing it, he became her desert guide. But when Beth's life was threatened, Omar swept her to his desert hideaway and into his protection–with a little help from a strange black cat!Falling for her mysterious guide had been foolish. Falling for a desert king was hopeless.Yet Beth's desire for Omar knew no rules.Whoever he was, she was his to command–for as long as he kept her alive….
Familiar Lullaby
MYSTERY BABY ON THE DOORSTEP!Patience and calmness under fire always got police detective Mel Haskin what he wanted. But he was fast losing both – because of Lily Markey. The fiery-haired, jade-eyed reporter refused to tell him what she knew about the baby boy who'd appeared on a high-society doorstep. And what she knew could get her killed.So Mel vowed to stick to Lily as closely as the black cat who followed her everywhere. Because his badge demanded it… or was it his heart?
Familiar Texas
FAMILIAR TROUBLEHank Dalton couldn't resist a damsel in distress–and beautiful city-slicker-turned-rancher Stephanie Chisholm certainly fit the bill. She'd come home to Pecos, Texas, to settle her aunt and uncle's ranch estate, but when she learned their deaths were no accident, she became the next target. Unable to deny the protective instincts she aroused, Hank vowed to keep Stephanie safe day…and night. But could joining forces with a familiar black feline help him and Stephanie find the killer before the killer caught them?
Familiar Double
PICTURE PURRRFECTSomeone wanted gorgeous stunt double Nicole Paul out of the picture in more ways than one. Except Familiar, the crime-solving black cat, knew only her rugged boss, Jax McClure, believed she was being framed for a jewel theft. But with Jax's wary heart and Nicole's family secrets, Familiar had his paws full for sure! Yet while the curious cat was a comfort to Nicole, it was Jax's solid, steady presence that she needed to face terrifying accusations. It was in his arms that she found total safety…and simmering passion. But could they prevent the real thief from getting away with murder?
Familiar Showdown
Good thing I have nine lives….But it's too bad Stephanie Ryan doesn't have as many lives as me. The humanoid horse gentler is up to her pretty neck in trouble–thanks to drifter cowboy Johnny Kreel. He shows up, and just like that, someone tries to kill her. Stranded on her ranch in Nowhere, South Dakota, she's a sitting duck.I'll just bet my next meal that dark-side Johnny knows more than he's telling. And unless my green eyes deceive me, are those sparks between them? Good thing for Stephanie I'm Familiar, Black Cat Detective. I haven't met a case I couldn't solve…yet.
Familiar Obsession
Join the coolest feline detective to ever take on mystery, mayhem and matchmaking, in his 13th adventure!Every night, he slipped into her dreamsMillionaire Duke Masonne had vanished years ago and was presumed dead. But Liza Hawkins never forgot her lover's face, his touch, and never gave up hope he would return. She saw Duke everyone–in her dreams, her paintings…and now, in crowded rooms. Friends feared she might be going crazy, but a little black cat meowed otherwise…Duke had come to reclaim a past he couldn't remember from a villain he wouldn't recognize. Only the sultry heat of Liza's kisses seemed familiar. For a future with Liza, Duke had to draw his enemy into the open–and expose the truth about the night he disappeared.
Familiar Oasis
DESERT CAPTIVEAmelia Corbet rushed into the desert to save her sister and wound up a captive! But not for long. First a strange black cat appeared, followed by a dark rescuer with the eyes of a hawk and a fierce embrace that stirred her deepest longings. But was Harad Dukhan's intent to save her–or to capture Amelia for himself?The city-bred beauty was a thorn in Harad's side–until he held her in his arms. Now he couldn't let her go. Amelia was a pawn in a deadly plot against his family. If keeping her near would save her life, this desert captive might yet become his desert bride!
Flesh And Blood
"Betrayed!"The word pealed in Emma Devlin's head like a death knell. Her murdered husband's ghost had appeared to her, claiming he'd been betrayed by those he loved.As much to preserve her sanity as to quell his restless spirit, she sought answers at Ravenwood, an antebellum mansion steeped in legend. But nothing could have prepared her for a dusk-darkened encounter at sword point with a mesmerizing Confederate cavalry officer!Like a gallant knight of the Old South, Nathan Cates offered his help to a damsel in distress. He hoped to heal Emma's scar-worn heart and to protect her from the danger that stalked her every move. But he had very little time. For soon Nathan would have to return to an existence in which he was no longer made of flesh and blood….
Familiar Escape
FAMILIAR ALWAYS KNOWS BEST!Molly Harper's sister had been killed–and her baby niece had been kidnapped. Now, the only man she could depend on to help her solve the crime–and bring Baby Kate to safety–was Thomas Lakewood.Trouble was, Thomas was the prime suspect. But Molly and Familiar were convinced he was innocent. And in a race against time, could Molly, Thomas and Familiar join forces to clear his name and fi nd Baby Kate before their chances for a future were destroyed forever?
Familiar Vows
I took on this case when a beautiful, headstrong photographer accidentally blew the cover of a federally protected witness.In stepped rogue cop Lucas West, and the two were in for a high-noon duel with some scary killers. But whose paw really steered the getaway car? Amazed me to see the bipeds fighting their instincts to care for each other. Why couldn't they see what really matters in life? It's not like they have nine of them!