It's a Dunn deal Private Investigator Selena Dunn always gets her man. Deadbeat dads, that is. Until she's arrested by a handsome detective who won't listen to reason. But when she discovers a dead body while working a case, she needs Detective Tall, Dark and Handsome's Help. Protect and serve When Dallas P.D. detective Trey Donovan arrests a feisty, gun-toting woman with a stack of hundred dollar bills stashed in her camisole, he senses this is no ordinary drug bust. He manages to maintain his professional composure but he can't get her out of his mind. On his next case, when he finds Selena standing over a dead body, they agree to work together to catch a killer. Trey is by the book; Selena prefers to color outside the lines. But the chemistry between them sparks creative detective work. And ignites simmering passions. Despite their intentions to keep the relationship professional, a rainy night stakeout leaves them 'tangled up in blue.' And when Selena's out-of-the-box ideas put her in danger, Trey realizes this is a woman he will never put out of his mind. And that's a 'Dunn deal.' Tangled up in Blue is the first book in the Rainy Day Women series, featuring women empowering women—and the men who love them. In a converted warehouse near downtown Dallas a group of strong, professional women come together to volunteer their services to the women of an under-served community. They name their facility the Rainy Day Women's Center. Each book is a stand-alone romance about competent, independent women and the equally competent, independent men they can't ignore—or live without.

We are responsible for the repair of the world.Public defender Kate Steele may have been raised in privilege but she was also taught to give back to her community and make the world a better place. She’s trying to keep her sixteen-year-old client out of juvenile detention when he disappears from her home. Kate tracks the boy to a downtown Dallas bar called Dante’s Inferno. The sexy bar owner is rude and uncooperative but Kate suspects the dark and dangerous man has secrets he’s not telling. Don't rely on anyone but yourself. That's Dante Lazaro's motto. He knows what it's like to be orphaned at a young age. That's why he's been helping a troubled teen since his Ex abandoned the kid. And he doesn't need some do-gooder attorney butting into his business. He’s lived his whole life keeping others at arm's length, and old habits are hard to break. But Kate Steele is like no woman he's ever met. Compassionate and determined, she stirs his soul and challenges everything he thought he wanted. But he doesn’t trust her to stick around when the going gets tough. And he knows he can’t give this classy woman the life she deserves.To keep the teenage boy out of trouble, Dante offers him a job, and Kate welcomes him into her home. From different worlds and worldviews, but united in their goal, the two ‘co-parents’ develop an awkward relationship. An emotionally unavailable loner, the sinfully attractive Dante is the last man Kate would expect to touch her heart. But watching him advocate for a troubled teen, and learning how he's turned his life of adversity into a success she realizes they have more in common than she thought. She’s ready to let down her guard and commit to love but he's saying, “It ain't me, Babe.”It Ain’t Me Babe is the second book in the Rainy Day Women series, about women empowering women, and the men who love them. In a converted warehouse near downtown Dallas a group of strong, professional women come together to volunteer their services to the women of an under-served community. They name their facility The Rainy Day Women’s Center. Each book is a stand-alone romance about competent, independent women and the equally competent, independent men they can’t ignore—or live without.

She's always played by the rules.E.R. doc Elizabeth Carr studied hard in school, became a doctor, and married the chief of surgery. She's checked every box in the Success column except Happiness. Now in the midst of a contentious divorce, struggling to find her own way, she's treating a patient who refuses to obey her orders and seems to think life is all about having fun. He challenges her to say yes instead of no to opportunity, and develop a new attitude. Can Liz open her outlook enough to take a chance—with him?He believes rules are for other people.Born with a bad ticker, Jack Hardy spent most of his childhood in and out of hospitals. Since receiving a new heart and tasting freedom, he's indulged in every dangerous sport and daredevil opportunity activity presented him. But a life heavy on adventure has left him light on relationships. As he becomes less thrilled with thrills, he yearns to settle down with someone who will love and accept him for who he is. Has he played around too long to make a serious relationship work?Women empowering women—and the Men who love themIf Not For You is the third book in the Rainy Day Women series. In a converted warehouse near downtown Dallas, Texas, a group of strong, professional women come together to volunteer their services to women of an under-served community. They name their facility the Rainy Day Women's Center. Each book is a stand-alone romance about competent, independent women and the equally competent, independent men they can't ignore—or live without.

As a social worker with Dallas Children's Protective Services, Monica Green has seen her share of abusive fathers. So when she investigates a man for possible neglect of a three-year-old girl, she hardly expects to meet Father of the Year. But single dad Luke Malone is a loving, devoted parent. And a talented musician. And sexy as hell. Being with him, the jaded child advocate begins to believe in love again. Since his Ex bailed when Riley was a baby, Luke has been both mother and father to his daughter. And that's taken its toll on his romantic life. Riley always comes first. But meeting Monica makes him start to believe he might have both. She fits in with their family as if she's always been a part of it. Can he open up his heart enough to allow some happiness for himself? When his daughter's grandparents sue him for custody, Monica is by Luke’s side. For better or worse. But the worst case scenario tests her professional code and her personal beliefs. Ultimately, she must do what's best for the child. Even if it's not what's best for her heart. Mr. Tambourine Man is the fourth book in the Rainy Day Women series, about women empowering women, and the men who love them. In a converted warehouse near downtown Dallas a group of strong, professional women come together to volunteer their services to the women of an under-served community. They name their facility The Rainy Day Women’s Center. Each book is a stand-alone romance about competent, independent women and the equally competent, independent men they can’t ignore—or live without.

The child of bitterly divorced parents, Kelly vowed her own marriage would be harmonious, loving, and eternal. But after seven years of butting heads with her charming but irresponsible husband, she had to accept defeat—and divorce. Now the only thing she and Kevin share is their son. But when she runs into her ex at a wedding, old memories—and old feelings, resurface. Can lightning strike twice in the same place? Kevin Bannon fell in love with Kelly Jackson in the fifth grade. As the spoiled son of permissive parents, he found her self-discipline, organization, and determination the perfect yin to his yang. They married right out of high school and while he struggled to find his place in the world, Kelly seemed to have all the answers. And wasn’t shy about imposing them on him. In the years since their divorce, Kevin has embraced the single life of freedom and short-term relationships. But he’s never gotten over Kelly. Do they dare to try again? Or would they not only hurt each other, but destroy the relationship with their son?