Love in the Line of Duty. When Night Falls on the City . . . Detective Matthew Dunn was unlike any man Clare Harmon had ever known—bitter, cynical, and yet more compelling than she cared to admit, even to herself. And though he was trying to stop her from carrying out her life's work, she couldn't keep him from haunting her very dreams. He believed her life was at risk every second she stayed in this bleak inner-city neighborhood, and she could scarcely deny it. But she was beginning to wonder if the true danger was this man who made her long to brush away the dark shadows she saw in his eyes—and make a place for him in her fragile heart!

"A former Marine fighter pilot battling to help his young son recover from burns suffered in the accident that killed his wife finds new life when he meets a beautiful new surgeon. This is the kind of book every reader hopes to full of wonderful characters, exciting passion and tender love. A joy, indeed." –RT Book Reviews RT Book Reviews “WISH” Hero Award Winner Maggie Award Winner Romance Writers of America RITA Award Finalist Golden Heart Finalist Dedicated burn surgeon Kate Sinclair shields her tender heart behind a white coat and a coolly professional manner. But something about the little patient the nurses dub “Iron Man” and his vital flyboy father challenges her as a doctor and a woman. Since the car crash that killed his wife and almost took his son, pilot Patrick MacNeill’s life has revolved around his little boy. No one—no woman and certainly no interfering doctor—can intrude on their bond, forged in love and pain. When little Jack’s care brings these two together, it ignites a passion they can’t ignore. But their growing involvement threatens Patrick’s emotional barriers and Kate’s professional future. With so much at stake, will she trust her judgment...or her heart? Praise for "emotionally compelling" New York Times bestselling author Virginia "Virginia Kantra is back where we want her, writing fantastic contemporary romance." –Rendezvous "I'm a long time Virginia Kantra fan girl because every time I read one of her books, she reminds me why I read romance." –JoAnn Ross, New York Times bestselling author "Kantra has to be the only romance author I've read whose characters are as rich as those of Nora Roberts." –The Romance Reader "I have read and enjoyed all of Virginia Kantra's books. One thing for sure, her heroes are some of the best in the business. They are strong and tender with a protective and nurturing streak and a deep commitment to family - all traits that I love." –All About Romance “Don’t dare miss THE PASSION OF PATRICK MACNEILL, Virginia Kantra’s emotional tour-de-force that will introduce you to some of the most compelling, most endearing, most memorable characters you’ve met.” - New York Times bestselling author Eileen Dreyer “Utterly compelling...beautifully written.” – Bookbug “Kantra has a lush writing style that I really admire and characters who are well-rounded and believable. Not to mention that her MacNeill heroes are luscious enough to eat.” – New York Times bestselling author Sabrina Jeffries \\\* He rested one hand on the wall above her, close enough for her to feel the warmth emanating from his body, close enough for his breath to touch her face. She saw his eyes, with their thick, short lashes, his pupils nearly swallowing the blazing blue. Her stomach squeezed into her chest, crowding her lungs. She couldn’t breathe. She felt the warmth of his arm, close by her head. She heard her blood thundering in her ears, and the rasp of his quickly indrawn breath. He kissed her. It was over before she could say if she liked it, before she had time to react. He lifted his head, and she felt the absence of his mouth more keenly than she had felt its pressure a moment before. “Well?” She lifted her chin. She had to, to meet his gaze. “Well, what?” His firm, well-shaped lips curved at the corners. “Are you going to object?” She dug deep for a cool response, her hands pressed flat to the wall behind her. He was probably the most vital, potent man she’d ever met, and she was merely unattractive Katie Sue Sinclair, too smart for her own good and stupid with men. She couldn’t let him see how he got to her, how she was affected by his nearness. He would eat her alive. Maybe she wanted him to.

"Happily, the MacNeill brothers are back! Conn is the charming brother who takes no prisoners in his commitment for victory...The multi-dimensional characters are easy to love." –The Romance Reader Business consultant Conn MacNeill is determined to prove himself after his recent firing from his high stakes, high powered job in Boston. This trip down south to save Val's restaurant, Wild Thymes, is just a detour on his comeback trail. Conn needs the recommendation of Val’s father...but he isn't counting on his attraction to free spirit Val. As a condition of her father’s loan, independent Val Cutler is forced to accept Conn's advice to save her struggling restaurant...but she doesn’t have to like it. Desire quickly flares between the Yankee consultant and the sexy southern beauty. But things get even hotter when they begin to uncover the secrets behind the restaurant’s troubles. Secrets that someone would kill to keep... Romance Writers of America RITA© Award finalist Praise for for New York Times bestselling author Virginia Kantra "Virginia Kantra is back where we want her, writing fantastic contemporary romance." –Rendezvous "I'm a long time Virginia Kantra fan girl because every time I read one of her books, she reminds me why I read romance." –JoAnn Ross, New York Times bestselling author "Kantra has to be the only romance author I've read whose characters are as rich as those of Nora Roberts." –The Romance Reader

Easygoing, easy-loving carpenter Sean MacNeill is good with his hands and quick on his feet. The last thing he’s looking for is a widow with baggage, no matter how appealing. Responsible Rachel is fleeing the aftermath of her husband’s suicide...and the men he owed money to. The last thing she wants complicating her new life is a sexy carpenter, no matter how tempting. But sometimes the last person you want is the one person you need...

He was everything she didn't want. Possessive, demanding, intense. Maddox "Mad Dog" Palmer wouldn't be ignored or forgotten. But Annie had to stay away. He was a cop though on medical leave and her ex-husband's best friend. He was the first man who'd made her feel passion and who'd left without going further. Fighting for independence, for custody of her son, Annie strove to start her life anew. A burned-out cop had no place in her plan. But Maddox refused to let her hide, to let her stay safe. He challenged her to fight, to win. Yet dare she risk everything on a man who made no promises?