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The Soldier's Seduction

Heart-racing romance, breathless suspense From the front lines to unexpected romance—and danger—in small-town Wyoming After a war zone bomb nearly destroyed Bryce Delaney, he's worked hard to hide his scars. Back in his Wyoming hometown, he can pretend the nightmares don't exist. But when a secretive, beautiful new woman in town disappears, Bryce's protective instincts put him on the front lines again. Wanted for murder and on the run under an alias, former A-list actress Steffi Grantham can't return to her life until she clears her name. It's her boss, Bryce, to the rescue, but desire ties them together, and she's forced to make a choice that could cost them both. Trusting the wrong man once before almost stole her freedom. Now it might take her life. Sons of Stillwater: Danger lurks in a small Wyoming town Discover the full miniseries below Book 1: Covert Kisses Book 2: Sons of Stillwater Book...
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The Triplets' Cowboy Daddy

FROM CITY GIRL TO SINGLE MOM When Nora Carpenter becomes sole guardian of her triplet goddaughters, she needs backup—fast. So she heads home to the family ranch in Hope, Montana. But when she arrives, Nora learns that her great-grandparents' house now belongs to Easton Ross. Easton and Nora used to be friends, back when Easton was a lanky ranch hand who was always there for her. Now he's a rugged cowboy who hasn't forgiven her for leaving town. Easton lets Nora and the triplets bunk with him and can't help fall head over heels for the adorable babies. But Nora can't stay. For the triplets, living in Hope would mean a lifetime of gossip. And Nora has to put her new daughters first, even if it breaks her own heart.
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Kneaded to Death

Everyone swears by Yeast of Eden, the Mexican bread shop in town. But tonight, the only thing on the menu is la muerte . . .Struggling photographer Ivy Culpepper has lots of soul-searching to do since returning to seaside Santa Sofia, California. That is, until the thirty-six-year-old enters a bread making class at Yeast of Eden. Whether it's the aroma of fresh conchas in the oven, or her instant connection with owner Olaya Solis, Ivy just knows the missing ingredients in her life are hidden among the secrets of Olaya's bakery . . .But Ivy's spirits crumble when a missing classmate is suddenly discovered dead in her car. Even more devastating, the prime suspect is Olaya Solis herself. Doubting the woman could commit such a crime, Ivy embarks on a murder investigation of her own to prove her innocence and seize the real killer. As she follows a deadly trail of crumbs around town, Ivy must trust her gut like never before—or someone else could be toast!
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[2017] Terminal Secret

When an attorney is murdered on her doorstop in a wealthy DC enclave, Detective Earl Wallace and his new partner are assigned to the case. As the detectives uncover the details surrounding the suspicious death, a visit to the Medical Examiner provides evidence that sends their investigation into a tailspin. Meanwhile, Dan Lord – a private investigator with a law degree who operates in the gray area of the legal system – has a new client. Hired by a congressman’s wife who fears for her safety, Dan soon learns she isn't telling him the whole truth. A secret from her past has taken a deadly turn, and Dan’s latest client is proving to be his most dangerous. As Dan and the DC detectives work their respective cases, a random street crime brings them crashing together, revealing that both investigations are connected to a string of unsolved murders. Working as a team, each new piece of evidence puts Dan and the detectives closer to their suspect . . . and closer to danger. To survive, they need to learn the truth behind one Terminal Secret. **Review "...A masterful tale of death, loss, murder, conspiracies, and more..." ~ San Francisco Book Review "...One of the most creative story plots I have read in a long time." ~ Reader Views "... An action-packed suspense that packs a wicked punch of mortality and morality..." ~ Indie Book Reviews "Terminal Secret is a thriller, murder mystery and suspense rolled up into one delightful package." ~ Readers' Favorite "...this story starts out with intrigue and keeps getting more complex and engrossing." ~ Midwest Book Review About the Author Mark Gilleo is a three-time bestselling author and has won numerous literary awards. He holds a graduate degree in international business from the University of South Carolina and an undergraduate degree in business from George Mason University. He enjoys traveling, hiking, and biking. A fourth-generation Washingtonian, he currently resides in the DC area. 
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His World to Claim

I'm ready to serve you, my lord.  Any way you please.  All you need to do is tell me your wish.  I'm available for you all day, every day...every part of my body... ***James/Borian: An attack by one of my chief enemies leaves me without defenses.  But I'm not one to be defeated.  I quickly manage to regroup -- and use the attack to my advantage. Viscarl, an enemy noble, thinks he can claim my land for his own. He's wrong. I'm going to claim his -- and I'm going to conquer more than just his castle. I'm going to conquer his beautiful wife Lysara, too. ****His World to Claim is a hot new erotic LitRPG.  With hot MF action and taboo themes, this story features plenty of hot girls -- nearly all of whom are attracted to James (aka Borian).  Except, of course, the one he really wants: the mysterious Thalia Qivre.  Will he find a way to get the girl of his dreams? Features themes of bimbofication, fantasy adult situations, and a harem.  18+ only! 
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Redemption Song

Raised as an only child, Caia Paine once believed she had everything she would ever need to live a rich and contented life. The last thing she ever expected was that she would wake up one morning, despairing, and so full of loathing that even the sky is darkened by the potency of her anger. After her only son, Jack, is taken from her in a tragic accident, Caia finds herself obsessed with the man she holds responsible for Jack's death, pursuing him all the way to Jerez, Spain. There she embarks upon a journey that will lead her to suspect her own moral boundaries. It is a dangerous game that will forever change Caia and make her question the nature of her paradise lost. REDEMPTION SONG is a compact, potent work of fiction in which nothing is entirely what it seems and answers are elusive. Surprising, revealing, and telling, it is the work of a rare storyteller.
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Fairytale

Camille Lammenais has grown up in the beauty of the Napa Valley, surrounded by acres of her family's vineyards. Her parents, Christophe and Joy, still deeply in love after two decades of marriage, have built a renowned winery and château modeled after Christophe's ancient family estate in his native Bordeaux. Camille has had a perfect childhood, safe in her parents' love. After graduating from Stanford, she returns to help manage Château Joy, her lifetime goal. But their fairytale ends suddenly with her mother's death from cancer. Six months after losing his wife, the devastated Christophe is easy prey for a mysterious, charming Frenchwoman visiting the valley. The Countess de Pantin is the essence of Parisian seductiveness and sophistication. Within weeks they are a clandestine couple, making love like teenagers, glowing with their secret. Camille, still grieving for her mother, is shocked by the news that her father intends to remarry. Then she begins to see past...
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A Place in the Wind

"A tremendous talent." —Lee Child The disappearance of a teenage girl in upstate New York sets off a powder keg of accusations, bigotry, and fear—with deadly results—in Suzanne Chazin's stunning new mystery featuring Hispanic police detective Jimmy Vega . . . On a frigid, January night, a blond, blue-eyed high school girl walks out of an English class she tutors for immigrants—and vanishes. Suspicion quickly falls on the men she was teaching, many of whom are undocumented. As disturbing evidence trickles in, news of the incident spreads beyond the scenic town of Lake Holly, New York, unearthing deep-seated fears and enflaming cultural tensions. For county police detective Jimmy Vega, the situation is personal. His girlfriend, Harvard-educated attorney Adele Figueroa, heads the immigrant center where the teen volunteer disappeared. If Vega can't find the girl soon and clear Adele's clients, the place...
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