AGENT: Ethan Williams MISSON: Intercept international jewel thieves with information on the whereabouts of a missing agent. DEEPEST SECRET: He's spent his life searching for his parents' killers, but the answers he seeks are closer than he thinks.... Millionaire Ethan Williams risks death daily to save innocent lives. And they don't come more innocent than Kelly Taylor, his longtime friend and new partner. Ethan has doubts about her until he watches Kelly, the sweet girl next door, transform herself into a seductive siren capable of conquering any man she wants—and she wants Ethan. But this mission means more than finding a missing agent. In a dangerous gamble Ethan must choose: Would he rather fulfill his need to know his past, or protect Kelly, the woman who could be his future? FAMILY SECRETS: No one is who they seem.

AGENT: Robert Davidson MISSION: Pinpoint exact location of the missing agent in Rebelia. DEEPEST SECRET: He's never recovered from the horror of watching the woman he loved die. Robert Davidson thought he could handle returning to Rebelia, the war-ravaged country that nearly cost him his life—and had cost him Lily Scott, the passionate journalist he'd fallen in love with. But nothing could have prepared him for the shock of finding Lily still alive—with a child. With Lily's and her son's life in danger, Robert must set aside his jealousy—and desire—in order to protect the only woman he's ever loved. But Lily has one more secret—which will change his life forever. FAMILY SECRETS: No one is who they seem.

AGENT: Jared Sullivan MISSION: Rescue a missing CIA agent and thwart Rebelian Dictator General DeBruzkya's plans for his collection of stolen gems. DEEPEST SECRET: Jared believed nothing could restore his belief in the future, until he met the woman he wanted to build one with. Three months ago a dark secret forced Search and Rescue specialist Jared Sullivan out of the secret agent game—a fact that meant nothing to ARIES director Sam Hatch. Against his better judgment, Jared agreed to his mentor's request to take on one last mission. He had no idea his chase would lead him to beautiful but unknown ARIES agent Alexis Warner. Alexis has shocking secrets of her own. Somewhere in the woman's missing memory is the key to a ruthless dictator's insidious intent. And if the truth doesn't surface soon, not only will Jared and Alexis lose their chance for a life together, they might not have a world left to live it in. FAMILY SECRETS: No one is who they seem.

This prequel to Family Secrets, an exciting new 12-book series from Silhouette Books, launching in June, is a unique and romantic anthology about hidden identity, finding family, and discovering true love. Original. The secret's out—and people are talking! After years of silence, evidence has surfaced of government experiments in genetic manipulation. The media has even speculated that these experiments were successful and that the extraordinary children could be anywhere . . . and anyone. Wild rumors arecircling the globe, and at the epicenter is Greenlaurel, Texas. The matriarchs of this affluent town want to allay the fears of Greenlaurel's residents and put torest the dangerous questions being asked about adopted members of their community. The Bluebonnet Ball seems like just the event to divert the town and calm their anxieties . . . or so they think. Join reader favorites Maggie Shayne, Eileen Wilks and Anne Marie Winston for a night of festivities where dangerous secrets abound, dark pasts are exposed and passionate encounters ignite! Five extraordinary siblings. One dangerous past.

SUBJECT: Zach Ingram, brawny brain, aka Professor Ingram FAMILY HISTORY: The Ingram heir, brother of financial whiz Jake DEEPEST SECRET: He'd always envied his brother—until now... Professor Zach Ingram was believed to have classified information about genetically altered humans, and agents from the top secret MEDUSA wanted it enough to kidnap him. But was the iron-willed academic truly the one they sought? Beautiful psychiatrist Dr. Maisy Dalton was unwittingly brought in to hypnotize the ruggedly handsome Zach into talking about the "memories" hidden within him. But the innocent doctor couldn't control her feelings for the mysterious man who spoke of mistaken identity and something called the Extraordinary Five. In her heart, Maisy knew Zach was telling the truth, and was willing to risk her life and love to help him unravel the secrets of MEDUSA and the potentially dangerous X5... Five extraordinary siblings, One dangerous past. Unlimited potential.

SUBJECT: Gretchen Wagner, captivating cryptologist FAMILY HISTORY: Adopted, one of the Extraordinary Five? DEEPEST SECRET: Wants to conceive a child, married or not Gretchen Wagner could decipher ancient hieroglyphics, but men remained a mystery. And while the brainy beauty had given up on romance, she was determined to have a child the old-fashioned way. So when handsome private investigator Kurt Miller tracked her down in Egypt and offered to take her across the globe to meet her "long-lost father," she set her plan in motion. Not only would Kurt give her back the family she couldn't remember, but he would help her start a new one, as well. Inexplicably drawn to her, Kurt helped Gretchen piece together her past. As his feelings for her grew, so did his doubts about her alleged father. But neither imagined the danger that awaited them, or the secret that threatened their future together. Five extraordinary siblings, One dangerous past. Unlimited potential.

SUBECT: Matthew Tynan, White House adviser FAMILY HISTORY: Old-money elite with powerful political connections DEEPEST SECRET: Working to expose government cover-up One of the most powerful men in Washington, D.C., dashing Matt Tynan had a direct line to the president and never lacked for beautiful escorts to diplomatic dinners and party fund-raisers. But his life took a perilous turn when his investigation into buried CIA Project Code Proteus turned up explosive information pointing to an inside cover-up. He'd already embroiled his secretary, Carey Benton, and it was up to him to keep her safe. But getting close to the Kansas-born beauty wreaked havoc on his tightly controlled emotions. Keeping cool had always been his game, but the rules had suddenly, dangerously changed for good.... Five extraordinary siblings, One dangerous past. Unlimited potential.

SUBJECT Single, soon-to-be-mother Susannah Hobson FAMILY HISTORY: Stepdaughter of Violet Vaughn, mother of the Extraordinary Five DARKEST SECRET: Hiding her knowledge of Code Proteus. . .and holding on to her heart Abandoned by the father of her child, vulnerable beauty Susannah Hobson returned to her family's Colorado ranch hoping to find a safe haven. Yet her homecoming was shattered when she discovered that her beloved stepmother had been killed. Fortunately, handsome rancher Travis Dean was there to offer some neighborly support and the security of his strong embrace. Yet Susannah knew that caring for this man was impossible. Because Susannah suspected that Violet's death was no accident, and her own newfound knowledge of her stepmother's involvement in secret government project put her in danger. Susannah couldn't risk Travis' life by staying. . .but could she jeopardize her own soul by leaving? Five extraordinary siblings, One dangerous past. Unlimited potential.

SUBJECT: Marcus Evans, man or mercenary? FAMILY HISTORY: United States Navy SEAL; possibly one of the Extraordinary Five. DEEPEST SECRET: He's been programmed to kill the woman he's sworn to protect. The brilliant and beautiful ambassador to Delmonico, Samantha Barnes was a key player in international affairs, and someone intended to eliminate her from the game. It was up to Navy SEAL Marcus Evans to watch over her and keep her out of harm's way. But protecting Samantha might be more difficult than anyone had ever imagined. The lethal programming in Marcus' mind had been unlocked and had awakened the assassin within. Forced into hiding, Samantha and Marcus discovered an intense connection that inevitably drew them into each other's arms. Could the powerful passion they shared overcome the demons that plagued him? Or would putting her trust in Marcus ultimately prove deadly? Five extraordinary siblings, One dangerous past. Unlimited potential.

SUBJECT: Eric Jones, high-profile investment banker FAMILY HISTORY: ragedy forced him to choose family duty over true love DEEPEST SECRET: Hasn't broken any laws, but he's broken at least one heart Framed for the World Bank robbery, Eric Jones had nearly lost all hope of clearing his name. Then he met his new attorney, Leigh Montgomery, successful single mother and the only woman he'd ever loved. Forced apart ten years ago, Eric had never forgotten the passionate night they shared, or his feelings for Leigh. Having finally found her again, he was ready to confess all. Only, Leigh wasn't sure she could risk letting Eric back into her life. Strange circumstances surrounded his case, as did an ever-present chill of danger. Besides, now she had a secret of her own: a nine-year-old son who had never known his father. Leigh knew Eric was innocent of the crime, but what would be the ruling on their future? Five extraordinary siblings, One dangerous past. Unlimited potential.