


Books in series

#1
Thunder
2022
Lars
I was handcuffed and thrown into the ocean to die. As a former Navy SEAL, that was child’s play. The anger building in me is not.
When strange things begin to happen, I know my captors have returned. They threaten my tenant who happens to be a sassy brunette I can’t get off my mind.
I’ll do anything to keep her safe. Then I’ll find them, and they’ll regret ever crossing my path.
Madison
When my publishing company goes bankrupt taking all my income with it, my friend offers me a place to stay. Unfortunately, it comes with his grumpy but sexy brother, Lars, who keeps popping by to fix something.
My real problem starts the night a strange man digs up the backyard. When he doesn’t find what he’s looking for, he stalks me, convinced I’ll lead him to it. When I don’t, he makes it clear he’ll do whatever it takes to get it back.
Lars promises to protect me. I’m drawn to him in a way I can’t explain, and I worry it may be my heart that needs protecting.

#2
Lightning
2023
What happens when the one you trust becomes the one you shouldn’t?
Paxton
My boss was killed by his wife. I know this to be true but can’t prove it. Now someone is coming after his tantalizing daughter, Alicia. I couldn’t protect her father. To honor his memory, I will use every ounce of my training and expertise as a Navy SEAL to keep Alicia safe... even if it costs my life.
Alicia
My father’s death was ruled an accident. I know it wasn’t. When I could finally bring myself to go through his things, I stumbled onto a secret as shocking as it is dangerous. Someone doesn’t want the truth exposed and will kill to keep it buried. Paxton works for the security team my father owned and vows to protect me. Now, he’s the only one I can trust as danger closes in.

#3
Coff
2023
Former Navy SEAL Logan "Coff" Folger is haunted by one regret - not fighting hard enough for the woman he loved. When he discovered his FBI agent brother was working to take down her father, he tried to convince her to leave with him, but she didn't believe him. That fateful night shattered Logan's world.
Years later, Logan finds himself back in her family's orbit during his latest assignment with Reed Thompson Security. Breaking the FBI's one rule, he risks everything to see her again, only to be assigned as her bodyguard. With his duty to protect her, he must suppress his feelings and remain focused.
Delaney Manzia's life has been controlled by her scheming father, forcing her into a loveless marriage. When tragedy strikes and her father unexpectedly dies, Delaney sees a glimmer of hope to reclaim her life and escape her circumstances. However, her family has other plans for her.
When Logan reappears, Delaney feels alive again, determined to break free from the prison her family has built around her and seize a second chance with him. But danger lurks at every turn, and one impulsive decision could have deadly consequences.

#4
Ozzie
2024
Forbidden romance, age gap, protector romance.
Ozzie wants what he can't have, Piper. His teammate's much younger cousin. But when danger pushes them together, it's all but impossible to fight the attraction.
Coming early 2024.
Author

Danielle Pays
Author · 23 books
Danielle Pays writes romantic suspense with twists and a hint of humor. When not trying to write her characters into some kind of trouble, she can be found chasing her dog or annoying her kids. Unless the sun is out. She lives in the Pacific Northwest and if the sun comes out, it is a requirement to go outside before it hides again.