Riley Edwards

She was off-limits. A witness. A victim. And achingly beautiful. With a shiny new badge clipped to Special Agent Nick Clarks belt, he thought he could save the world or at least protect those he loved. A sadistic serial killer proved him wrong. The only way to keep Meadow Holiday safe was to break the rules, keep her close, and claim her as his own. He had no business falling in love in the middle of an investigation. But she's the one, he can feel it deep in his bones. The sexy FBI agent was everything Meadow ever dreamed of having, but knew she never get. Nick's charm was irresistible, and the first time he kissed her, shed stupidly fell in love. He promised her a fairy tale where a strong and handsome hero saves the scared and scarred girl. Just when Nick breaks down the fortress Meadow has built to protect herself and pushes through her doubts - it's too late.

Saving Meadow

Former Navy SEAL Nixon Swagger was home. After twelve years of service and twice as many deployments, all Nix wanted was quiet. He'd sought the solace of the land he'd grown up on and found the peace he needed to silence the noise and figure out his next move. Nixon's stay was supposed to be temporary. He wasn't supposed to meet a feisty, head-strong woman who made his pulse race and set his body on fire. Falling in love hadn't been part of his plan. Taking a government contract to stop a homegrown terrorist group hadn't been either, but when the organization threatens to attack Philadelphia, he had no choice but to accept. McKenna Wilson was living. Every day was the same. Raising her two teenage siblings didn't leave time for much else. Most days, she was okay with that. Then she bumped into the sexy war hero and, in an instant, her world changed. She had no idea falling for Nixon would be so dangerous. Now she was going head-to-head with the small-town's dirty sheriff who was hell-bent on ruining Nixon and avenging a fifteen-year-old grudge. She'd lost her heart, but losing her life wasn't part of the plan. Nixon Swagger had learned a few things as a Navy SEAL—adapt, improvise, and overcome were among the many. In the middle of an inferno, so ominous even Dante wouldn't buy a ticket, Nixon must adapt to his new surroundings and overcome multiple threats before he loses the woman he loves. Gemini Group Nixon's Promise Jameson's Surrender Weston's Treasure Alec's Dream Chasin's Surrender Holden's Resurrection ---- What readers are saying: "Oh my gosh did I ever love this book, and to think it’s the first in a series, so there is more to come. Nixon’s Promise is extremely well written with characters that touch the heart. What a remarkable storyline that will make you laugh, smile, hold you in it’s suspenseful grip and leave you hot and bothered all at the same time." "If I could give 100 Stars, I would. I know that I sound like a broken record but Riley Edwards did it .... again and I'm confident to say that Ms Edwards will continue to awe me with her awesomeness." "This original new series from Riley Edwards shows great promise. Nixon Swagger has returned to his Maryland hometown to regroup and plan his next move after 12 years in the Navy. Meeting McKenna and falling for her wasn't part of his plan, but sometimes plans need to change. This is my favorite line from the book, "Sometimes you need sacrifice what you want to do so you can do what you need to do for those you love." The characters are well developed and the story is compelling. As with any new series, I had to be patient at the beginning as series developing. Nixon's POV is written in third person and McKenna's POV is in first person. It took me until chapter 3 to really get in the groove of the changing POV, but it works well." ---- Topics: romantic suspense, contemporary romance, military romance, series, romantic suspense series, mystery, funny romance, modern romance, small town romance, wealthy, Navy SEAL romance, smart romance, suspense romance, lighthearted romance, hot romance, riley edwards, riley edwards romance, rebels romance, proposal, proposal romance, engagement, engagement romance, sexy, heartwarming, heart-warming, family, love, love books, kissing books, emotional journey, contemporary, contemporary romance, romance series, long series, long romance series, Navy, navy series, former military, cop, police officer, policeman, cop romance, wealthy hero, sassy, strong heroine, captivating romance, hot, hot romance, forbidden love, sparks, loyalty, swoon, contemporary, rescue, kidnap, justice, Mercenary romance, enlisted, daughter, shelter, claiming, defending, protect, damsel in distress, hospital, doctor, drama, action and adventure, action romance, veteran, former soldier, soldier, romantic, Navy SEAL, military romance, Emotional, HEA, happily ever after romance Other readers enjoyed books by: Susan Stoker, Caitlyn O'Leary, Maryann Jordan, Dale Mayer, Lynn Raye Harris, Cat Johnson, Alexis Abbott, Meli Raine, Nicole Elliot, Lori Ryan, Meghan March, Kristin Ashley, Kris Michaels, Brittney Sahin, Sharon Hamilton,

Military Romance Series

Nixon's Promise: A Military Romantic Suspense Novel

Ethan Lenox became a single father at sixteen when his girlfriend signed over custody of their newborn daughter and left to chase her dreams. Eight years later he's a police officer, fiercely protective of the little girl and dedicated to his work. He's never had time for dating and won't allow any woman to betray his trust or abandon him again. But the intriguing woman who shows up to rent the room he’s offering has him rethinking his ideas. Photographer Honor Sullivan is on the run. Her powerful, ruthless stepfather would do anything to advance his political career, including forcing Honor into an arranged, loveless marriage. Her sexy new landlord and his adorable daughter offer just the kind of refuge she needs, a home full of love and honesty, so different from what she's endured the last few years. But Honor is unwittingly carrying a secret, one that could endanger anyone around her. A secret that could get her killed. As the attraction deepens between Ethan and Honor, events from the past are closing in on them. Will Ethan once again lose a woman he's come to care about, or is he willing to risk his heart to chase a new dream of love?

Chasing Honor

She's the game changer he wishes he'd never met. Nolan Clark is the last man standing. While he is happy his teammates have found love, he's even happier to be single. But fate is a funny thing. When a one-night stand turns into a friends with benefits agreement, he starts to question why he's holding the beautiful Reagan at arm's length.He knows she's dangerous and should end their arrangement but the sex is too good and she is too... much. He's the regret of a lifetime! Nolan Clark should've been off-limits. He's my closest friend's teammate and a man that I'm not prepared for. I lied and told him I understood he'd never offer me a white picket fence and jumped straight into bed when he offered me the only thing he could sex. With every smile, every touch, and every sizzling kiss I fall deeper in love. When the day comes for me to move five-hundred miles away to start a new job, he doesn't stop me. Days pass, then weeks, and Nolan Clark does exactly what he said he was going to do - loses my number. With Reagan gone to start her new life in Florida, Clark is left in Georgia at war with his heart. The timing couldn't be worse. The past he thought he'd let go of, the ex-wife he'd thought he forgave crashes into his life brings with her an eleven-year-old boy he never knew existed. When Reagan stumbles onto some information she shouldn't, and her life is threatened, will Clark, and the 707 get there in time to save her? Or will she die alone and broken-hearted in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico?The 707 Freedom Series Free - A Black Ops Romance (Lenox)Free - The Extended Epilogue Freeing Jasper - A Black Ops Romance (Jasper)Finally Free - A Black Ops Romance (Levi)Freedom - A Black Ops Romance (Clark)

A Black Ops Romance

Freedom

DEA Agent Jason Walker became a widower at twenty-eight. Two years later he's still torturing himself with guilt. They'd married young, and she'd been his first love, but her illness changed everything. They'd fought a losing battle and he'd held her to the very end. Now he just wants to be left alone with his misery and memories. Mercy James is no stranger to grief and loneliness. Her brother's death of a drug overdose, and her police officer father's death in the line of duty were the driving forces behind her pursuit of a career in the DEA. In spite of--or maybe because of--her past, Mercy doesn't believe in feeling sorry for others, or for herself. When a case brings Jason and Mercy together, and their attraction heats up, can her tough, straightforwardness help Jason learn to live in the light again? He'd lost his first love, but is he ready for a forever love?

Finding Mercy

Just friends. I’d repeated the lie so many times I’d almost convinced myself it was the truth. Our friendship was accidental. A lost phone, a string of text messages that led to a once-a-year birthday text. The real trouble started when we upped the game and called each other. Those phone calls strengthened our connection and solidified our bond. Fourteen years later I was in love with a man who knew me down to the deepest depths of my soul—but I’d never seen him, not even a picture. That was our deal; no last names, no pictures, and the promise to never internet search the other. I upheld that promise. River did not. I was not prepared for the man who showed up at my bookstore. River Kent was tall—so damn tall, good-looking, so damn hot he took my breath, crystal blue eyes, so damn captivating I couldn’t look away. But mostly he was a bossy, straightforward, tell-no-lies type of man. Which didn’t work for me since I’d been lying through my teeth for years denying my true feelings. More than that, I was not prepared to face River months after my sister had been murdered. I wasn’t ready to deal with the knowledge that she was gone and in the weeks leading up to her death I’d turned my back on her. The guilt was eating at me. River wasn’t prepared to take no for an answer. Chaos and confusion had taken over my life. And to make matters worse, I found myself in the middle of a horrific child trafficking case. Okay, to be fair, I didn’t find myself there, I’d purposefully inserted myself into the TAKEBACK investigation. And since I’d volunteered to go undercover, River did more than insert himself—he took over and declared himself my protector. Did I mention I was madly, deeply in love with him? Did I mention he was the man of my dreams? Did I mention River thought going undercover was dangerous, crazy, and not a good idea? Turns out River was right and just when all of my wildest dreams had come true they were torn away and I was left in shambles.

A Romantic Suspense Novel

Dangerous Rescue

The Next Generation

Taking Liberty

Keeping Quinn

Carter Lenox has two regrets, hesitating on a mission in Afghanistan with disastrous consequences and pushing away Delaney Walker. When he gets word the love of his life is in trouble and she needs him more than ever, the decision to go home is an easy one. Delaney Walker has loved Carter since they were children. She's waited for him between missions hoping he'd eventually open his heart and they could be together. But when she suffers a devastating loss, one she must keep a secret, Delaney decides it's time to stop waiting for her SEAL and move on. With the threat closing in, Delaney has no choice but to turn to Carter. If she can find the courage to trust Carter's promises and share her secret, their future will be full of the life and love they've always wanted. If not, Delaney may not only lose her first love, but her life.

Adoring Delaney

Tuesday Knowls is done. Once burned, twice shy. Twice burned? Game over. On the outside Tuesday has it all. She comes from money, she's a beautiful runway model, her smile comes easy, and she's quick to laugh. But looks can be deceiving. Inside, she's lost and lonely. So when the smokin' hot firefighter swoops in with his sweet talk and promises, she decides to be the one who uses, for once. Jackson Clark is a man who knows what he wants. And he wants Tuesday. He sees past the beautiful façade she shows the world straight to the pain she hides. When Tuesday offers him a friends with benefits arrangement—minus the friendship—he has no choice but to accept her offer. He's willing to do anything to get close to the elusive woman and show her he's worth the risk. When Tuesday starts getting presents from a secret admirer, she goes into a tailspin. She's been down this ugly road before and she knows how it can destroy her life. Can she really trust that Jackson is the good guy in this mess? And, if he is, will she realize in time that not only will he protect her heart, but he might just save her life?

Claiming Tuesday

The moment Jasper heard Emily Jenkins' sultry voice he was transfixed. An instant and heated reaction that wound its way through his soul and warmed his skin. The inexplicable connection was broken as fast as it began. Emily has a son. Jasper doesn't "do" kids. When her life spirals out of control, will Jasper be able to let go of his tragic past and save Emily and her son? Or has the Special Forces Soldier found his weakness - a history he cannot let go of?Emily Jenkins lost her husband on the battlefield and was left to pick up the pieces of her broken heart while finding a way to raise her son alone.Jasper Walker is known for being the playboy of his team. Professionally, he is a tier one assassin - a trained killer. Personally, he blows through women giving them no more than a week in his bed as he privately struggles to move on from the woman that is forever lost to him. When their lives collide, Jasper finds out he's not the only one with secrets. There is more to the black-haired beauty Emily than a widowed single mother. The 707 Freedom Series:The 707 is an elite team of Army Commandos. A special Black Ops team known as the 707 research and development group. They have a two-person chain of command: their Commander and the President. Meet the men of the 707: Lenox, Jasper, Levi, and Clark. Watch as they show us that sacrifice, commitment, and bravery are not just for the battlefield. Each man must fight to find and protect the women who are theirs. Each book is a standalone, a look into the life of a Special Forces soldier's life and the code they live and die by. * Free - Lenox and Lily* Freeing Jasper* Finally Free Levi - Coming 2018* Freedom for Clark - Coming 2018What people are saying about FREE:"Riley Edwards knows how to keep her readers on the edge of their seats. This is one of the best books I have ever read about how men who serve our country give up much of their personal lives. Character development is awesome you know and care about these people." - Amazon Reviewer VC***"First book I've read from this author and definitely won't be the last. Story grabbed me from the first page and didn't let go until the end. In fact, I was sorry to reach the end, it was captivating." - Amazon Reviewer***"Another five star hit from Riley Edwards." - Amazon Reviewer

Freeing Jasper - a Black Ops Romance

A USA Today Bestseller Chasin Murray found The One. His perfect match. And in a single act of stupidity he threw her away. Genevieve Ellison is not a woman Chasin can forget, even if she was only his for the weekend. But now that she’s back in his life, the last thing she wants is a reconciliation. And with her comes a deadly secret, one that blindsides the former SEAL. A relentless stalker threatened Genevieve Ellison until she fled Nashville, seeking solace in Kent County at her family’s vacation home. The country music star hadn’t planned on meeting the one person on earth who has no idea who she is. She also hadn’t planned on falling in love only to have her heart shattered. When new and repulsive evidence comes to light, Genevieve can no longer deny how much danger she’s in. Luckily for her, Gemini Group is willing to protect her. What’s not so lucky—the man who did the heart breaking is back in her life. While Genevieve and Chasin are busy playing games of the heart, the stalker makes a deadly move. The two lovers may have won their battle, but someone is determined to win the war—permanently. Riley Edwards is the queen of suspense! She knows just how to grab a reader and not let go! I recommend every single one of her books!" ~Susan Stoker, NYT Bestselling Author Topics: romantic suspense, contemporary romance, military romance, romantic suspense series, mystery, funny romance, modern romance, small town romance, Navy SEAL romance, smart romance, suspense romance, lighthearted romance, hot romance, riley edwards, riley edwards romance, rebels romance, sexy, heartwarming, heart-warming, family, love, love books, kissing books, emotional journey, contemporary, contemporary romance, romance series, long series, long romance series, Navy, navy series, former military, cop, police officer, policeman, cop romance, wealthy hero, sassy, strong heroine, captivating romance, hot, hot romance, Mercenary romance, action and adventure, action romance, veteran, former soldier, soldier, romantic, Navy SEAL, military romance, HEA, happily ever after romance Other readers enjoyed books by: Susan Stoker, Caitlyn O'Leary, Maryann Jordan, Dale Mayer, Lynn Raye Harris, Cat Johnson, Alexis Abbott, Meli Raine, Nicole Elliot, Lori Ryan, Meghan March, Kristin Ashley, Kris Michaels, Brittney Sahin, Sharon Hamilton, Cora Selton

A Military Romantic Suspense Novel

Chasin's Surrender

Fractured

Conquered

Kevin

When the daughter of a White House aide goes missing, the President calls in Zane Lewis and his team of former special forces soldiers to find the missing girl. The Red Team, having a well-earned reputation for being the best, discovers the true motive behind the kidnapping, and all hell breaks loose. All Olivia Cox wants to do is escape her life. The harder she tries to break free from the pressure and obligations of her stifling family, the faster she sinks into a nightmare of her own making. This latest decision may be the last one she ever makes. Finding herself in a dingy room handcuffed and held prisoner, Olivia becomes an unsuspecting pawn in a game she didn't know was being played. Leo "Panther" Gillonardo is a former SEAL who thought he knew the game better than most. He's a professional, a tier one contractor. She's the mission. Protecting Olivia should be his only objective. So why does he keep finding himself in her bed? Even if she's fully clothed and terrorized by memories of her kidnapping, he knows better and is desperate to keep Olivia at arm's length. As the days pass it becomes nearly impossible to keep his growing attraction under wraps. The stakes are high, and his heart is on the line. With a drug cartel in hot pursuit, Panther and the Red Team have no choice but to take Olivia on the run. With time running out, Wolf and Abe offer them protection from the deadly warlord Gomez. Alone in Abe's mountain cabin, sparks fly. Giving in seems inevitable, and Olivia must decide if she's all in or if she'll fold as Panther plays a no-holds-barred game of the heart. From the political corruption of Washington, DC to the sunny shores of California, follow Susan Stoker's Navy SEALs, John "Tex" Keegan, Matthew "Wolf" Steel, and Christopher "Abe" Powers, on a thrill ride when they join the RED TEAM on an epic mission.

Protecting Olivia

Reese Turmel has sworn off women. Commitment wasn’t something he was willing to consider again after his wife cheated on him while he was on deployment. However, not even a man as jaded as the former SEAL could deny the instant attraction that sizzled to life the first time he walked into Treats Bakery and saw the beautiful woman behind the counter—and he tried.

Sadie Pierce has vowed never to trust another man—not since the last one she let into her life cleaned out all of her bank accounts. Now on the verge of losing her bakery, she’s more determined than ever to ignore the man who is a walking, talking, dream come to life. The problem is, Reese is of a different mind and refuses to give up.
With a deadline looming, Reese ups his game and makes Sadie an offer she can’t refuse. An offer that comes with consequences neither of them was prepared for.

Reese might have to commit.
Sadie might have to trust.
But together, they’ll have to fight for their lives.

Dangerous Games is the latest romantic suspense thriller from USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Riley Edwards. New series, new steamy, hot heroes. Welcome to TAKEBACK.

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