Kirjahaku

Secrets. High expectations. A truth revealed.Riley Evans is counting down the days to his brother's wedding.If only he could find a date for the big day.When a chance meeting during karaoke night finds Riley's plus one up for wager, Riley finds himself the winner in more ways than one.Too bad his love game isn't as strong as his pool game.A self-made OnlyFans man, Eric Olsen has built his entire life being the man everyone desires. Being Riley's date to the hottest wedding in Jasper Springs should be an easy win, but Eric soon finds himself desiring the sweet-as-pie art teacher.If only he could come clean about his life and his feelings.Will Riley break free from the chains of expectation? Or will Eric embrace his truth at the expense of losing the man he wants most?Readers seeking an age gap romance with a little hint of D/s set in a cozy little town may find this story fills the bill. While Riley and Eric may have cameos in future stories, each book in this series can be read as a standalone.

Bright Lights and Scorching City Nights... In the dazzling world of high fashion and finance, Deacon Millar, a talented clothing designer with dreams of making a name for himself, lands a coveted position working for the enigmatic billionaire, Nathan Sterling. Amid the glamour of a chic industry gala, fueled by a mutual desire for success and an unexpected attraction, Deacon and Nathan succumb to a night of intense passion that forever alters the landscape of their professional relationship. One night then becomes two, even while they both claim it won't become more than that, and then three, four, and more... Caught in a whirlwind of forbidden love and a dangerous underworld, can Deacon and Nathan navigate the intricacies of their evolving relationship within the competitive world of fashion, finance, and the mafia? Or will their intense connection lead to a professional unraveling? TWs: Murder and violence.

There is freedom in acceptance...Mason Wright works for Homeland Security focusing on crimes against children. Five year old Koda is his beloved K9 partner, and aside from his brother, Koda is the only family Mason has. Recently diagnosed with PTSD, Mason takes some much needed time off to go visit his brother, but the little vacay unexpectedly turns into yet more work as he's assigned the job of creating a task force to track down Jasper Monroe for his crimes. Monroe leads them on a merry chase but as they head into Mexico, Mason has a plan to take the dirty cop down.Jarod Lopez is a new detective in the police force. Saddled with a homophobic partner, Jarod remains in the closet and just does as he's told as the rookie of the department. Caring for his drug addict mother and hiding from his father's past, Jarod keeps his head down and doesn't make waves. The situation makes for a lonely life with little chance of his skills as a detective being put to good use. When the coveted chance to join a recently developed task force drops in his lap, Jarod jumps at the opportunity. Paired up with Mason as his new partner, Jarod finds himself experiencing things he never thought possible.Will the pair find love while they chase down the bad guy and bring him to justice?

A chance to find real love...Ex-SEAL, Special Agent Rafe Dallas spent years working for the DOJ after his medical discharge. Now, he's joined a special Task Force fighting crimes against children. After successfully completing his first operation, Rafe is determined to give everything he has to save as many children as he can.After learning about the tragic death of his Navy SEAL buddy, John, he promises to look after the man's younger brother and do what he can to help find his daughter.Finley Quinn is working undercover at a human trafficking ring trying to find his niece. He was set to join the SEALS eighteen months ago, following in his older brother's footsteps, when John was killed in a home invasion and his six-year-old daughter was kidnapped. He has been looking for her ever since. The local police believe she's dead but Finley won't consider that possibility and refuses to give up.When Rafe joins him undercover, Finley is hard pressed not to remember the huge crush he had on the sexy older man.Will they save Finley's niece before it's too late? Will Rafe ever see Finley as more than his best friend's kid brother?

True evil lurks in the darkness...Recruited at eighteen by the CIA, Ryzen is one of the best snipers in the world. Now, he's working with the Federal Protection Agency to aid them in their fight to track down the vile people who perpetuate crimes against children. Always hidden behind his dark sunglasses, Ry is a mystery to everyone and he prefers it that way.Ry remembers Knox from when he had his psych evaluation, and that the profiler's report was what resulted in his discharge from the CIA. He's not impressed with the man, and even more disturbed by the way he makes Ry feel.A profiler with the FBI, Knox Hunter is investigating a series of murders. The victims are all male, between twelve and fourteen, and all have the same MO. With the Mayor pushing for re-election, a report of a serial killer could jeopardize the campaign's success, so Knox is sent in to work with the FPA to try and close the case, fast and by any means necessary. The only problem is, Knox is an office man, not a field man, and this new path could be the most dangerous one of his entire career.Will Ry be able to keep Knox safe while they track down and put away this serial killer, or is he destined to be the biggest threat-to Knox's heart?Trigger Warning: Murder, Violence, Drugs, Abuse, Captivity, Crimes against children.

The right path can save a life...Growing up in foster care, the only true friends Cooper Jones had were the black hat hackers at the community center. At eighteen, after being caught by the government for hacking into Homeland Security, The Agent in Charge, impressed by Coop's skills, determined he needed to work for the government instead of hacking them. That Agent saved him from a life of crime, and almost certainly saved his life.Now an analyst and hacker for Homeland Security, Coop prefers to be behind a computer to fight his battles. Recently scooped up by the Federal Protection Agency, he is a valuable asset to the team.Detective Jonah West has dedicated his life to helping the people of Baton Rouge and he doesn't like it when criminals get to go free on a technicality. He spends countless hours every day being the best police officer he can to make sure that doesn't happen often. The downside to a cop's life is that his twelve-year-old son, Drew, spends much of his time alone with only his computer for entertainment. When his house is broken into and Drew comes up missing, Jonah contacts the FPA and asks them for help. Jonah is willing to pull out all the stops if it means getting his son back.Can Coop and Jonah keep Drew safe while they track down the kidnappers, and will their growing closeness mean they have a future together?Trigger Warning: Murder, Violence, Kidnapping, Abuse, and other crimes against children.

Letting go is truly the most powerful control of all.Federal Prosecutor Noah Riley has had enough of what he feels is a failing justice system. He's watched one too many times as young victims are let down and the men who have caused them harm go free. It's time for a change in his life, but he has no idea where to start.Fire Captain William Clarke doesn't get close to the men who work under him at the firehouse. He keeps his distance and his personal life entirely separate to avoid his secret coming out. His men could never respect him if they knew his preferences, so it's simply better to stay in the closet. No man could ever make him come out-until he meets Noah and what he believes is all shot to hell in a single heartbeat.Can these two men find the love that will change both their lives forever?Trigger Warning: Violence, Death, and other crimes against children. Super steamy intimate moments.

It takes three to make life go right...Private Investigator Damien Anderson and his younger brother watched in horror as their parents were killed in cold blood by the head of the mafia. Eye witnesses to a crime boss suspected in multiple homicides and a major gun trafficker, they have spent the last fifteen years in the Witness Protection program.A teddy bear at heart, Damien can be sweet and kind but the moment anyone puts the people he loves at risk, he has no problem becoming lethal. Working with the FPA, the brothers find themselves at a crossroads when their past starts to catch up to them. Do they tell the men in the Agency the truth, or run once more and leave behind everyone they've come to think of as family?Ex FBI Agent Max Morris is a man with a darker personality and a deadly skill set, who just happens to be the very definition of vigilante justice... and he has no issue with admitting it. Fed up with tracking down some of the worst repeat offenders only for the court to let them go on technicalities, Max quit the FBI and took matters into his own hands. He doesn't regret a moment of it. Someone has to take the predators like his father off the street.Travis Manning is a social worker and the newest member of the FPA task force. He is in his element helping to find safe haven homes for the children in need. The shy, secretive, non-social man suffers from low self-esteem, which isn't helped when he seems to always end up dating men who are in the closet and keep him as their dirty secret. Travis always feels like he isn't good enough, until he's caught between Max and Damien. Literally.When Travis' abusive ex shows up in Baton Rouge and proves he's a risk to the sweet man they love, what lengths will Max and Damien go to in order to keep Travis safe forever?

When the past catches up, will love be enough?Private Investigator Sebastian Roth and his older brother have spent almost two decades protecting themselves from a bloodthirsty crime family. Until now, they've managed to stay one step ahead of the mafia cartel's goons, but it seems like the past is finally catching up.Forced once more to hope the FBI can keep them safe after another attempt on their lives, can they trust the very authorities who let them down before? Or will the brothers have to flee all over again?Paramedic and nursing student Newt Clary literally fell into the lap of the hottest man he's ever met. He finds a way to meet up with the tall, dark, hunky man and discovers someone who shares his love of video games. There's just something so secretive about the sexy older man, but Newt can't help wanting to know more.When an attempt is made on his life for his connection to Sebastian, can Newt look past the secrets his new love interest has been hiding, or will it be at the risk of his own life?Can Sebastian and Newt find a way to be together and remain safe? Or will the past tear apart any potential future?Trigger Warnings: Death, violence, mentions of trafficking and other crimes.

An investigation goes awry.Their world gets turned upside down.Embers ignite in close proximity.FBI Agent Gabe Long finds himself reluctantly assigned to keep an eye on Sebastian Roth after the detective meets with a couple of too-related-to-be-coincidental "accidents." He isn't too happy about having to play babysitter to a stubborn, impulsive, and relentless investigator who won't let go of a dangerous pedophile ring case, but the man has clearly gotten himself into some hot water.Frankie Zolnai is a skilled physical therapist known for his compassion and commitment to his patients. His warm smile and gentle demeanor create a safe space for those in need of healing. At the request of his best friend, Newt, Frankie agrees to provide PT to Sebastian after an accident leaves Sebastian injured.Gabe and Frankie's paths cross and as the two connect over their shared medical knowledge, sparks fly. As the two men get to know each other, Gabe reveals things about his past very few people know. Frankie quickly becomes a person Gabe can count on to be there-a rare thing for Gabe.Gabe wasn't looking for love, but that might just be what found him-in the most interesting of ways.Trigger Warnings: Violence, death, mentions of kidnapping, and other crimes against children.

A determined detective. A young man's recovery. A break in a case that brings them both one step closer to the truth.Detective Logan Hollingsworth moved to Baton Rouge as part of the Federal Protection Agency task force four years ago. Since then, he's been involved in taking down dozens of evil predators who commit crimes against children. When his most recent lead on a child trafficking ring coincides with an investigation of a boy who has been missing for almost a decade, Logan may just blow this case wide open.Clay Dahler has spent the last four years living on the streets of San Francisco, doing whatever he could to survive. Kidnapped by a human trafficking ring when he was fourteen left him riddled with real-life nightmares. Clay has kept tabs on his older brother from afar but never contacted him. He feels too dirty and broken to go home. When a tenacious Detective crashes into his poor excuse for a life and convinces Clay his brother wants him back, can he muster the courage to take a chance?Will the connection that blossoms between them survive as Clay's past continues to haunt him? Or will the link to Logan's investigation be the thing that finally tips the scales?

A perpetual bachelor.A sweet, tempting baker.A chance to heal a wounded heart.Mitchell DeVille knows a piece of art when he sees it. After all, he's the hottest photographer in Jasper Springs. When Mitch discovers a fresh face at the wedding of the season, he can't turn away. And when his Pretty Boy muse offers him the chance to work together, he can't refuse.Mitch soon discovers that the object of his desires is struggling with his newfound attraction, and he knows he shouldn't play with fire.Penn Baker dreams of finding the perfect... someone. With a string of ex-girlfriends and one-night stands, he isn't sure there is anyone out there for a shy golden boy like him. Until he discovers a sexy, confident, photographer, that is.As unusual feelings and desires rise in Penn, he finds himself falling fast for the charm of the man behind the camera.Can Mitch be honest with himself about what he wants?Or will his high-built walls keep out more than just his fear of rejection?Readers seeking a gay awakening romance set in a cozy little town may find this story checks those boxes. While Mitch and Penn may have cameos in other stories, each book in this series can be read as a standalone.

A long-distance relationship. A lonely home.The flames burn fiercely when they are together.Xavier Cruz has just celebrated his one-year sobriety, and he and Dexter are slowly mending their father/son relationship. Will Dex finally reveal his big secret?Gage Torres is troubled that this may be his first Christmas without his younger brothers. Will the trickster twins have something up their sleeves for Gage again this year?Living with the love of your life hundreds of miles away is a lonely way to be. Despite all the jet-setting and red-eye flights, it's no longer enough for either man. Something has to give, and soon.Will the two men survive the long-distance relationship, or will the New Year bring about shocking changes they never could have imagined?*Xavier is a continuation from Gage. Please read Gage first.*

Come on, baby, light my fire...Firefighter Hawke Colton loves his job and hanging with his firefighter brothers. Work is great, but Hawke wants more. He yearns for a life with a husband, kids, a house, even a dog. What he craves is a real family, something he never got to experience growing up.Fire Investigator Tristan Cole lost his parents to an arsonist twenty-one years ago. That tragedy changed his life forever. He's built his career on putting arsonists away, and he is still searching for the person responsible for his parents' death.When a family is killed in a suspicious fire, Tristan knows the signature of the offender all too well. To prove it's the same arsonist, he asks Hawke for help combing through the old files. He is determined to get justice by uncovering what lurks beneath the ashes.When the arsonist sets his sights on Tristan, can Hawke find a way to keep his new love safe?

Amidst deadly enemies and tense power struggles, the boundaries of love are put to the ultimate test.Garrison Reyes is an ex-soldier struggling to make ends meet after retiring from the military due to a traumatic incident during his last deployment. When he is hired as a bodyguard, he sees it as an opportunity to put his combat skills to use. As Garrison becomes more entrenched in Alex's world, he realizes that his new boss is not just a wealthy businessman, but the son of the head of the Italian mafia. He sees firsthand the violence and corruption that permeates their world, and begins to question whether he can continue to work for someone involved in such a dark and dangerous organization.Targeted by rival crime families who want to take down his father's empire, Alex Mariano is forced to take his father's position as head of the Italian mafia when his father is incarcerated. Alex is struggling with his own internal conflicts. He wants to make changes that will help the family thrive and grow stronger, but he knows that his ambitions may put him in even more danger. As tensions within the mafia empire rise, Alex finds himself in the middle of a power struggle with the last person he ever expected.Despite their vastly different backgrounds and a significant age gap, Garrison and Alex develop a powerful attraction to each other, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that they come from opposing worlds. Garrison struggles to reconcile his feelings for Alex with his loyalty to his own moral code. Meanwhile, Alex is torn between his love for Garrison and his duty to his family and the mafia.Can love conquer all in a world where family honor and loyalty come first? Or will they be torn apart by the very forces that brought them together?With heart-stopping action, forbidden romance, and unexpected twists and turns, this story is a thrilling adventure that explores the boundaries of love, loyalty, and sacrifice.

A surprising connection.A risky lifestyle.A true history revealed.In a cozy coffee shop, flamboyant barista Oliver Grant uses his bubbly demeanor and flamboyant clothing to distract from the scars on his face and his belief that he is unlovable. What starts as casual conversations with a mysterious man over coffee becomes more as shared passions for classic cinema and art spark a deep connection.Drawn by the perfect cup of coffee, D'Angelo Bianchi is unexpectedly captivated by a younger man's vibrant personality and exceptional latte art. When an attack linked to his mafia ties threatens Oliver's safety, the broody man's protective instincts kick in, revealing a hidden heart of gold. As their relationship deepens, their bond is tested by additional threats and escalating violence.Can their desire survive the ruthless dangers of D'Angelo's world?An intoxicating blend of passion, danger, and heartfelt romance, Chasing Danger is book two in a fierce world of gay male mafia romance. While interconnected, the books in this series can be enjoyed standalone.

A sexy fireman. One smokin' hot hookup. Sparks of passion ignite...Four generations of firefighters in his family make Captain Damon Amaro a legacy member-a prestigious status handed down to him only because of his name. A legacy he'd rather he didn't have, but familial obligations have always been his downfall.Struggling with the fact that his older brother is currently on trial for multiple arson and murder charges, Damon turns to less-than-savory extracurricular activities to help him cope. Even his best friend has no idea about the secrets he's been hiding.After changing his name to escape the shame of his father's misdeeds, Cyrus MacMillan is the newest firefighter at Station Twenty-One. He joined the fire department in an attempt to right the cosmic wrongs his father committed, and now he just hopes that information stays buried.Trust is a difficult thing for Cyrus, so when Damon and he connect on a level beyond his wildest dreams, he knows it probably won't last long. Especially when his past is suddenly made public.Damon believes the sins of the father should never be cast on the son, and he supports Cy in his goals, even if it means keeping their budding relationship on the down-low while Cy finishes his rookie days at the firehouse. Both men have baggage they have to overcome, but in the end, they believe they are better together.Can Damon and Cy have a future together, or will continuing their relationship have repercussions neither of them can live with?Trigger Warnings: Arson, Death, Murder, Assault, negative past history with sex (historical grooming mention), kinklite, drugs and drug use.While this book can be read standalone, it is strongly recommended that you read Book 1: Hawke first to get the primary villain's backstory.The men in this book initially appear to have a harsh and dysfunctional non-relationship, which may make this a difficult read for some, but in fact, nothing could be further from the truth. As secrets are revealed, so too will the truth behind the actions. This book is intense and filled with a significant amount of drama, no doubt about that I do hope you enjoy.

A bully redeemed. A truth revealed. A new sizzling connection.Quinn Sanders grew up in a strict and religious family, unable to be true to himself as a gay teen. Bullying was his coping mechanism, but his regrets are many. He became a New Orleans firefighter as a means of redemption for his past.After a horrific fire leaves him the only survivor of the station house, another kind of guilt now plagues his every waking moment. Back in Baton Rouge for a fresh start, Quinn finds the past rearing its ugly head once more.Jase Turner joined the fire department to fit society's expectations of masculinity. After a childhood filled with bullying, life-altering choices, and years of therapy, Jase is still terrified of anyone discovering he is gay.When Quinn transfers to Jase's station, the old feelings of animosity resurface, causing tension in the firehouse. Forced to work closely, the two men discover they have more in common than they could have imagined and Jase starts to see Quinn in a whole new light.Will they be able to overcome their history and give in to the intense emotional connection they now have?

One stormy night could change everything...Firefighter Gage Torres is currently certified to work the rescue squad and perform dangerous rescues on shift, but his adrenaline junkie side is always looking for more. Recently chosen for the coveted opportunity to become trained to work forest fires, he's excited to ship out to California and get started. Only thing is, he has to leave his younger brothers behind, whom he's never been away from, but they have some unexpected news of their own to share.Aerial Firefighter Xavier Cruz is an instructor for the Sacramento Fire Division. Rough around the edges, Xavier prefers to remain a loner. He doesn't have close friends, his social skills are terrible, and even his sixteen-year-old son doesn't like him. A former fighter pilot for the Air Force, he suffers from PTSD and has turned to alcohol to fight the nightmares. But if he's ever going to mend his relationship with his son to protect him like a real father would, Xavier needs to find a way to get sober, and fast.During a routine practice flight, their helicopter is attacked and they crash in the forest. With no map and no cell signal, the men must find a way to survive both a storm and crazy extremists with no supplies until they can get to safety. Forced to share body heat when they spend the night in a cave, things take an unexpected turn and survival becomes a night neither of them can seem to forget.Will Gabe and Xavier make the connection between them work, or are they doomed from the start?

A convict. A firefighter. A chance to slay the past and heal a wounded heart.Firefighter Jackson Hall is content with his work in search and rescue with the aerial division in California. He also heads up the Cal Fire Inmate Program.With his faithful golden retriever by his side, and the animal charities he's dedicated to, he needs nothing else to make him happy.Preferring life with no-strings-attached entanglements, Jax avoids anything more than hook-ups. That is, until one timid prisoner catches his eye and he finds himself doting on the inmate in ways he never expected.Ayen Gonzalez was convicted of the attempted manslaughter of his husband, despite the brutal circumstances surrounding his marriage. His past is far less than ideal, and now he just wants to do his time and get out.As a reward for good behavior, he is given the opportunity to work for an inmate program to be trained to fight forest fires. Ayen is more than happy for the opportunity to escape the prison walls.Then he meets Jackson and his heart stutters whenever the striking older man comes near. Thing is, Ayen can't quite figure out what he has to offer a man like Jax.When the program ends, will Jackson be able to set things in motion to right the wrongs of the justice system in Ayen's case? Or will he be stuck waiting three more years for the man he's fallen in love with?Trigger Warnings: Violence, abuse.