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Mountain Men of Cady Springs
Series · 6 books · 2023-2024

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#1

Claimed By The Mountain Man Lord

2023

Noah Cady Springs and the Colorado Rockies are my home where I’ve amassed a large real estate portfolio. I care about this community and make friends with just about everyone. I’m an easy going guy who loves hands-on work and being outdoors … a lot. I never wanted a long term relationship with anyone, until I got to know Evelyn. Strange as it may sound, we met because of the actions (and non-actions) of other people. Seems there was a little fate going on behind the scenes. Evelyn can be a little grumpy at times and would rather be holed up in a reading nook. From the first time I saw her, I loved the curvy package set before me like a cuddly gift to unwrap. I know she’s carrying some kind of hurt inside and maybe that’s one thing we both have in common. After she gives me a personal book reading, Evelyn has me entertaining the idea of reading for pleasure and keeping her in my life forever. Imagine that! Evelyn I know I’m a little fussy and sometimes just need to be by myself. I need to be in control of my environment. This makes me feel safe and like my world is in order. I accepted the position of Library Director here in Cady Springs after two important people in my life betrayed me—hurting me so badly I had to have a new start. My book boyfriends are my safe comfort zone. They’re always attentive; close by when I need them; and give me my happily ever after. All that changed when Noah walked into the library. Instantly, I realized how different we were. He sports a golden tan compared to my indoor (never sees the sun) complexion, and he is huge in stature like a bear with a hard body built from work. But he doesn’t read! I must admit I was completely smitten, fantasizing about him from our first meeting. But I live in my head most of the time and ignore my base impulses until my life makes a giant u-turn. Everything heats up when I realize Noah has to be my mountain man lord. If you love reading short, steamy instalove tales with opposites attract, forced proximity, and small-town romance, then you’ll love Noah and Evelyn’s story. A no cheating, no cliffhanger, HEA guaranteed selection can be read as a stand-alone in the Mountain Men of Cady Springs series. Welcome to Cady Springs, Colorado where the mountains are the focal point of beauty and mystery. Nestled in the mountains, foothills and valley, you’ll encounter a breed of man previously thought extinct. Cady Springs is filled with men who like their women resilient but soft and voluptuous. These men play for keeps. Once they grab hold, they don’t let go. It’s forever or nothing in the small mountain community of Cady Springs where love, luck and fortune converge and take over.
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#2

Saved By The Mountain Man

2023

In the midst of the Colorado Rockies, A young, female cryptozoologist hunts for Bigfoot. Meanwhile, a mountain man hunts for her. Amelia is about to meet a creature that she cannot resist. If you love reading steamy, short instalove tales with protective alpha men, age-gap challenges, and small-town romance, then you’ll love Mateo and Amelia’s story. A no cheating, no cliffhanger, HEA guaranteed selection can be read as a stand-alone in the Mountain Men of Cady Springs series. Welcome to Cady Springs, Colorado where the mountains are the focal point of beauty and mystery. Nestled in the mountains, foothills and valley, you’ll encounter a breed of man previously thought extinct. Cady Springs is filled with men who like their women resilient but soft and voluptuous. These men play for keeps. Once they grab hold, they don’t let go. It’s forever or nothing in the small mountain community of Cady Springs where love, luck and fortune converge and take over.
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#4

Snowed In With The Mountain Man

2023

Valerie travels to the unknown wilds of Cady Springs, Colorado with her personal challenge of self-sufficiency looming large. Sage, a seasoned survival specialist born in the rugged Rocky Mountains, will be pushing her out of her comfort zone as they battle against the elements for survival. When Valerie's curvy body ignites unexpected passion in Sage, their lives are put in peril as he can no longer focus on the signals nature sends. Find out Sage and Valerie’s saga as they have not only their life skills tested, but their love skills as well. When survival is needed the most, will these two be able to make it? If you love reading steamy, short instalove tales with protective alpha men and small-town romance, then you’ll love Sage and Valerie’s story. A no cheating, no cliffhanger, HEA guaranteed selection can be read as a stand-alone in the Mountain Men of Cady Springs series. Welcome to Cady Springs, Colorado where the mountains are the focal point of beauty and mystery. Nestled in the mountains, foothills and valley, you’ll encounter a breed of man previously thought extinct. Cady Springs is filled with men who like their women resilient but soft and voluptuous. These men play for keeps. Once they grab hold, they don’t let go. It’s forever or nothing in the small mountain community of Cady Springs where love, luck and fortune converge and take over.
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#5

My Secret Santa Mountain Man

2023

The Christmas story of Kris and Sadie is a sizzling hot, age gap, steamy romance amidst snowy mountains. A holiday adventure she never saw coming, Sadie never imagined she would be transformed into Secret Santa’s involuntary elf. One cold Christmas Eve, a holiday delivery turns into an unexpected journey alongside an older, mysterious mountain man, revealing layers of kindness behind his gruff demeanor. As the winter winds whispered secrets, a collision of worlds between a determined young artist and a reclusive craftsman set the stage for a Christmas tale of love, hope, and the magic of unlikely connections. This Christmas novella is dedicated to those who still believe! Welcome to Cady Springs, Colorado where the mountains are the focal point of beauty and mystery. Nestled in the mountains, foothills and valley, you’ll encounter a breed of man previously thought extinct. Cady Springs is filled with men who like their women resilient but soft and voluptuous. These men play for keeps. Once they grab hold, they don’t let go. It’s forever or nothing in the small mountain community of Cady Springs where love, luck and fortune converge and take over.
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#6

Starstruck By The Mountain Man

2024

Despite their differences in lifestyle, Angela and Bear come together so easily in this steamy Rocky Mountain romance. Angela Winthrop, a vibrant world travel writer and photographer, attends a meteor shower event in the breathtaking Colorado Rockies. Little does she know, the looming mountains hold more than celestial wonders. They conceal the enigmatic Bear Collins, a sexy mountain man with roots to his community and a fear of flying. Nights filled with shooting stars become a backdrop for their growing connection. Angela's impending return to New York becomes a dreaded obstacle, casting a shadow on their blossoming romance. She grapples with the reality of leaving the mountain man, torn between her adventurous career and the connection she's found in Bear's arms. Their worlds collide as Angela's departure draws near and Bear's fear of air travel becomes known. He's torn between his desire to see Angela fulfilled in her career combined with the possessive love that's taken root in his heart. Ultimately, it's up to her. Angela, caught between the allure of the mountains and the responsibilities of her life in New York, faces an impossible choice. Will they be able to find their happily ever after? If you love OTT tales with protective alpha men and small-town romance, then you'll love Bear and Angela's story. A no cheating, no cliffhanger, HEA guaranteed selection can be read as a stand-alone in the Mountain Men of Cady Springs series. Welcome to Cady Springs, Colorado where the mountains are the focal point of beauty and mystery. Nestled in the mountains, foothills and valley, you'll encounter a breed of man previously thought extinct. Cady Springs is filled with men who like their women resilient but soft and voluptuous. These men play for keeps. Once they grab hold, they don't let go. It's forever or nothing in the small mountain community of Cady Springs where love, luck and fortune converge and take over.
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#7

Tracked Down By The Mountain Man

2024

_ Ivy: I never imagined that the scruffy kid who was my brother's best friend would grow up to be this muscular Adonis. If I'm honest with myself, I’ve always had a crush on Leo. Back then, I hid it behind my argumentative, bossy exterior, being a true little pest to both him and my brother, Bear. Now, Leo is all I can think about, and I’m not sure he sees me as anything more than Bear’s little sister._ Leo: When Ivy arrived in Cady Springs, I hadn't seen her in seven years. Being in the military, I missed a lot of people as they grew up and changed. Now that I'm involved in dangerous work, I never planned on settling down. But being around Ivy—this new version of her—has me rethinking the whole marriage thing. She's Bear's little sister, though, and my history with women is sort of love them and leave them. Bear will be furious with me thinking about his sister the way I do. Ivy has quickly grown into my head space while I have carnal thoughts of having her wrapped around my body. Returning to her hometown of Cady Springs, Colorado, Ivy Collins is ready to fulfill her role as Maid of Honor for Angela and her brother Bear's wedding. Known for her fiery spirit and quick wit, Ivy has always maintained a playful, adversarial relationship with Bear's best friend, Leo. As children, their teasing and banter were legendary, but now, years later, the stakes are higher. Leo has transformed from the boy who used to pull her pigtails into a ruggedly handsome former Navy SEAL. As Best Man, he's tasked with ensuring the wedding goes off without a hitch, but he never anticipated Ivy's return would ignite such a powerful attraction. Determined to keep things platonic, both Ivy and Leo struggle to navigate the forbidden allure that now simmers between them. With every glance, every accidental touch, their chemistry intensifies, making it harder to ignore the undeniable sparks. As they work together to support Bear and Angela on their big day, Ivy and Leo begin to see each other in a new light, recognizing the depth of their connection beyond the playful jabs and childhood antics. Yet, the shadow of their past and the weight of familial bonds loom large. Bear's protective instincts toward his sister and his deep friendship with Leo create a seemingly insurmountable barrier. Ivy and Leo must decide if they're willing to risk it all for a chance at true love, or if they’ll let the constraints of their relationship keep them apart. Opal Nicks delivers a steamy, yet heartwarming, tale of rediscovered love and the irresistible pull of destiny. Welcome to Cady Springs, Colorado where the mountains are the focal point of beauty and mystery. Nestled in the mountains, foothills and valley, you’ll encounter a breed of man previously thought extinct. Cady Springs is filled with men who like their women resilient but soft and voluptuous. These men play for keeps. Once they grab hold, they don’t let go. It’s forever or nothing in the small mountain community of Cady Springs where love, luck and fortune converge and take over.

Author

Opal Nicks
Author · 22 books

Opal’s steamy stories frequently feature independent, strong-willed females who find themselves surprisingly swept away by alpha males who pursue them with vigor and passion. Ultimately, they can’t resist the sweet satisfaction and protection these men offer. Who could? On Writing Opal doesn’t like being restricted to what form her stories take. She breaks rules and bends things a bit to keep the tale the way the characters want it told. In her writing, Opal Nicks explores many different facets of relationships. She hopes to captivate you with the nuances of love. Whether through a budding early relationship or a tension-filled reunion, she gracefully conveys the power and complexity of love-speak. Her characters often possess an unbridled energy that gives them strength to take risks and traverse peril—all for love.

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