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Gold Coast Retrievers
Books in series
#1
Saving Sarah
2018
A shy girl, a social guy, a second chance to get their stories right… Sarah Campbell loves living vicariously through the residents at the Redwood Cove Rest Home. But when a surly patient insists she can’t die before “setting things right,” Sarah finds she may end up taking on far more than she ever bargained for… especially since all signs point to murder. Have she and her therapy dog Lucky stumbled upon the key to solving the most famous cold case in Gold Coast history? Despite creating the world’s most popular social network, Finch Jameson lives a life of ashamed solitude. The last thing he wants is to draw attention to himself, but that’s exactly what happens when a distant relative delivers an earth-shattering confession in her dying days. Soon he finds himself more intrigued by the shy and beautiful nurse who’s committed to helping him solve his great-aunt Eleanor’s mystery than in the mystery itself. But will she ever let her guard down long enough to let him in? Can Finch and Sarah work together to solve Eleanor’s big mystery before time runs out? And might redeeming Eleanor’s legacy somehow save them both in the process? Find out if Lucky can help these two humans get to the bottom of this mystery and get a head start on their own love story. This sweet tale of suspense, secrets, and second chances is one you won’t want to miss... Order your copy and start reading today! Saving Sarah is book one in the Gold Coast Retrievers series. Each book stands completely on its own, but you'll have more fun if you read them all together!
#2
Rescuing Riley
2018
Her broken heart was done with love, until he came along and rescued it. Riley Lewis may plan weddings for a living, but it doesn’t mean she believes in love. However, love may be just what she gets when she lays eyes on the disabled veteran running the bed and breakfast that will serve as her home during a much-needed visit with her best friend. Joshua Bandon wanted one thing when he was discharged from the military—peace and quiet. But when his service dog, Charlie, falls hard for a beautiful woman staying at their inn, he just may end up following suit. When Riley’s best friend disappears without warning, Josh and Charlie may be the only ones who can help… Especially when Riley goes missing too. Find out if Charlie can rescue these two wounded souls and bring them together before it’s too late. This sweet tale about the healing power of love will make you believe in love again… Order your copy and start reading today! Rescuing Riley is book two in the Gold Coast Retrievers series. Each book stands completely on its own, but you'll have more fun if you read them all together!
#3
Guarding Grace
2018
The puppy that stole their hearts is missing! Grace Wilson loves the wonderful life she has created with her daughter in picturesque Redwood Cove, California––even if she is a bit lonely. To add to their family, mom and daughter adopt a sweet “Golden Wetweevuh” puppy. And they’re not the only ones who think Star is, well, a star. A television show casts the pup for a role, but it’s the co-host that has Grace’s heart doing tricks. Dash Diamond is a local celebrity with a megawatt smile. He is less than thrilled when his show’s producers inform him that a puppy has been cast in a new role. But his new co-star comes with an owner who makes Dash see stars when he looks at her. When Star is puppy-napped and held for ransom, all attention goes to her rescue. Grace and Dash can’t act on their undeniable romantic spark of attraction while the pup is possibly in danger. Star is the missing piece. Will they find her in time to complete their puzzle? Find out if Star can find her way safely home to complete her family, all while proving she’s the star of the show. This sweet tale is one adventure you don’t want to miss out on… Order your copy and start reading today! Guarding Grace is book three in the Gold Coast Retrievers series. Each book stands completely on its own, but you'll have more fun if you read them all together!
#4
Protecting Peyton
2018
Her dog saved his life. Can he repay the debt by finding her missing brother? Peyton McIntyre's brother is missing. Local police claim they're looking into it, but hope dwindles as the days continue to pass without any answers. Worse still, her only chance of finding him may depend on a rookie officer who sends her temper flaring and her heart quivering. Kurt Collins is a fourth-generation police officer, but so far he hasn’t been able to live up to his family’s long legacy of service. When the infuriating and beautiful Peyton asks for his help, he wonders if she might hold the key to the recognition he craves. Last time they met, her dog, Gilda, saved his life. This time she just might be able to save his reputation. As they begin their search it appears that Peyton’s brother may not want to be found. Unfortunately, failing to complete this assignment could risk both Kurt’s career and any chance he has at winning Peyton's heart. Is a happy ending even possible, or will Peyton and Kurt both lose everything before they’re through? Find out if Gilda can make another rescue by helping her humans beat the ticking clock and discover that their hearts are better together than apart. This sweet tale of suspense and finding what matters is one you’ll want to hold onto… Order your copy and start reading today! Protecting Peyton is book four in the Gold Coast Retrievers series. Each book stands completely on its own, but you'll have more fun if you read them all together!
#5
Finding Felicity
2018
Can the sweetness of rekindled love temper the bitter tang of murder? Despite a difficult childhood, Felicity Stilton never gave up on her dreams. Now, as an adult, she and her Golden Retriever, JJ, help special needs children pave the way for their own futures. Everything is perfect, until she gets the one call she never expected to receive. Officer Darren Willis hates that it falls to him to tell the beautiful and inspiring Felicity her birth mother has taken her own life. Although the case appears to be open-and-shut, the grieving daughter insists something foul is afoot. Will he be brave enough to follow dark clues into the past alongside the one woman with whom he just might want to make a future? Only Darren believes Felicity’s suspicions and is willing to help investigate what really happened to her long-lost mother. When the signs begin to point to murder, Darren worries Felicity might be next… But should he abandon the case to protect her even if it means losing the woman he loves forever? Find out if JJ will be able to keep his humans safe as they race to find a mysterious killer and clear her mother’s name. This sweet tale of suspense, intrigue, and surprises is one you won’t want to miss... Order your copy and start reading today! Finding Felicity is book five in the Gold Coast Retrievers series. Each book stands completely on its own, but you'll have more fun if you read them all together!
#6
Helping Hanna
2018
She's terrified of falling in love. He's terrified of losing her... For Hanna Moss, love has always come with danger. From the incessant stalking by an ex to nearly losing her life in a hit and run accident, she vows to remain alone—and safe. So when her golden retriever, Bella, welcomes a handsome private investigator into their lives Hanna is surprised to find herself willing to open up despite the tremendous risks that have always come with letting others in. Blake Bowman returns to Redwood Cove with a shattered heart. All he wants is to enjoy a much-needed quiet vacation far from his ex-girlfriend. At least, that was the plan until he meets Hanna—beautiful and with an injury that is more than skin deep. He'll need to stay focused, though, because it looks like what happened to her was no accident. Blake desperately wants to help Hanna in every way possible, even if that means putting love on hold. Hanna is terrified of the feelings she's rapidly developing for Blake and refuses to repeat her past mistakes... Is Hanna safer on her own, or will trusting Blake finally allow her to heal? Find out if Bella can help these two humans understand that trust is a two-way street, that the heart can be repaired, and that love can bloom again. This sweet romance is sure to shine the light of love into your life… Order your copy and start reading today!
#7
Watching Willow
2019
On the verge of losing her job, local television star Willow Winks desperately seeks the one thing she believes can save her fledgling career—a golden retriever sidekick. Willow thought being told she was getting too old for television was the most frightening thing a celebrity diva could hear—until she and her furry best friend, Buddy, receive a threatening letter. Concerned for their safety, the television studio hires Caleb McCreery, a brave, strong, and young bodyguard to protect the famous duo. Caleb is ready to do whatever it takes to keep his charges safe, even if that means risking his own life. As the threats begin to escalate, Willow and Caleb struggle to keep their budding attraction at bay. Will the distraction of their growing feelings make the bodyguard vulnerable and put all three at risk? This sweet tale is a romantic adventure you don't want to miss... Grab your copy and start reading today! Watching Willow is part of the Gold Coast Retrievers series. Each book stands completely on its own, but you'll have even more fun if you read them all!
#8
Healing Hawk
2019
She almost died in a fire and it wasn’t accidental… Can her trusty canine sidekick and new love interest help to reveal the arsonist before he can strike another match?Her entire life, everyone has just assumed that Nicole “Hawk” Hawkins was a pretty face without much substance. Now to prove them all wrong, she’s taken on the toughest job she could find—as a Redwood Cove firefighter. She’s not on the job long before a deadly fire nearly takes her life, scarring and disfiguring her once gorgeous features in the process.The worst part of it all? What happened wasn’t an accident.Arnold "Snowball" Winters, a detective with Redwood Cove's police force, has loved Nicole since the day she first joined the station, and this new change in her appearance doesn’t change what’s in his heart. He’ll do whatever it takes to help her recover both her personal and work lives, recruiting Chance, a young Golden Retriever, to help in this mission.No sooner is Nicole released from her lengthy hospital stay than another freak fire threatens her again—this time in her own home. Can Arnold and Chance find the culprit in time to save Nicole’s life… and maybe even win her heart while they’re at it?Healing Hawk is book eight in the Gold Coast Retrievers series. Each book stands completely on its own, but you'll have more fun if you read them all together!
#10
Aiding Abby
2019
Abby Donovan never expected to be saddled with post-traumatic stress, but an assault changed her life forever. Now she struggles to find the balance between work and her personal life. Although her therapy dog Shadow makes for a trustworthy companion, she’s never felt so alone. Ben Foster lives every day with the unyielding guilt of a moment he can never take back. As a firefighter, he compensates by throwing himself entirely into his career, no matter how risky the call. When a woman starts asking about an old arson case, it’s his heart that’s on the line. The deeper Abby and Ben dig into the past, the more they seek to move beyond it. When they uncover grave secrets, can they find a way to undo the damage, or will betrayal destroy the spark growing between them? Find out if Shadow can help his humans learn that there are two sides to every story even when the past threatens to predict the future. This sweet, suspenseful story about forgiveness even when all else seems lost is sure to tug at your heartstrings… Order your copy and start reading today!
#11
Leading Lauren
2019
Lauren Andrews returned to Redwood Cove for her aunt’s funeral on the cusp of a second failed relationship. Despite inheriting her late aunt’s home and three-year-old golden retriever, Max, feelings of heartbreak and heartache leave Lauren feeling lost and insecure in her new hometown. Mitch Olsen is a search and rescue pilot and firefighter who works hard to protect his fellow Redwood Cove residents. No matter how many times he makes a save, Mitch’s constant battle with his demons discourage any hope of reclaiming a sense of self-worth. As fate throws Lauren and Mitch into each other’s lives, the only thing they agree on is that it couldn’t have happened at a worse possible time. Is it possible for Mitch to convince Lauren that she’s worthy of something real? Find out if Max’s calming presence and unconditional love can teach his humans that it’s never too late to find the way to a happily ever after.
Authors
Melissa Storm
Author · 53 books
S.B. Alexander
Author · 33 books
Ann Omasta
Author · 86 books
Becky Muth
Author · 8 books
P. Creeden
Author · 56 books
Emmie Lyn
Author · 25 books
Kim Koby
Author · 3 books
Vickie Carroll
Author · 8 books
Christina Butrum
Author · 31 books
Elsie Davis
Author · 24 books
Stella Quinn
Author · 14 books
Gold Coast Retrievers
Series ·
13
books · 2018-2020
By
Melissa Storm
,
S.B. Alexander
,
Ann Omasta
, and more
#12
Choosing Chelsea
2019
Her intuition tells her something isn’t right about his intentions. Will he make the right choice to win her heart? Chelsea Abbott and her golden retriever, Ollie work at Gold Coast Stables, but it’s more than a job. This place once saved her life, helping her cope with the loss of her mother. When someone threatens the existence of her sanctuary, she feels compelled to do something about it. Nick Matthews is a hardworking, single father with one goal—finding a buyer for Gold Coast Stables. A sale of this magnitude would establish a long future for his real estate company. More importantly, it would help secure a better life for himself and his young daughter Lily. When Lily insists Nick attend a school field trip, he agrees, unaware that his daughter wants him to meet Chelsea, aka the Horse Lady. Chelsea and Nick find themselves thrown together for the sake of the girl. Can they look past Chelsea’s intuition and Nick’s intentions to find what matters most? Choosing Chelsea is book twelve in the Gold Coast Retrievers series. Each book stands completely on its own, but you’ll have more fun if you read them all together!
#13
Defending Dakota
2019
The picture of a man she vaguely knew splashed across the front of a tabloid shook Dakota Mitchell to the core. It might be thirteen years after she suffered the double trauma of having her home burglarized the same night her parents died in a car accident, but the man’s tattoo reawakened memories locked hidden away. Pressed to discover the truth of what happened that fateful night, she finds out the man has her mother’s favorite locket. She teams up with her therapy canine, Halo, to take back what belongs to her—even if it means stealing it. Colt Jackson is furious when a woman and her golden retriever land in the middle of his stakeout. He can’t afford to have her rat them out to his mark and blow the Wingate investigation and he can’t trust her not to return and try again. So instead he makes a deal with her, one that will get her what she wants and put the bad guy behind bars. But when the bad guy gets out on a technicality, it's up to Colt and Halo to save Dakota. This sweet tale of suspense, danger, and righting wrongs is one you won’t want to miss. Order your copy and start reading today!
#14
Keeping Katie
2020
Two lonely hearts … one matchmaking dog. Katie is lonely, but she’s hiding it from everyone by working long shifts at Redwood Cove Airport and volunteering with her therapy dog, Rose, on Heartbreak Row at the local animal refuge. She put her emotions into a holding pattern a year ago when her uncle died, and that strategy is working just fine ... at least, it is until her sister goes missing. Anton is a celebrity thriller writer, but when the real world started imitating the plot of his last blockbuster, guilt made him lose his nerve. Now he’s hiding away in Redwood Cove writing the puzzle page for the local newspaper. Nothing has stirred his interest for months, but then Katie comes knocking on his door. When Katie's sister went missing, the only clue she left behind was a torn out crossword from Anton's puzzle page. Thrown together on the hunt for Katie's missing sister, Anton has his own difficult truth to face: he needs to come to terms with his guilt if he is going to find a way of keeping Katie (and matchmaker Rose) part of his future. Find out if Rose can work her therapy magic and bring peace to these two wounded hearts. This sweet and charming tale is guaranteed to bring joy to your heart, so why not order your copy and start reading today!