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Can she find the missing girl before it's too late?Detective Shannon Martin believes Autumn Rain's gift is a hoax. But he is desperate to find the missing little girl. Can they put aside their differences and find her before it's too late? Autumn Rain didn't always possess the ability to read emotions imprinted on objects. If you've enjoyed the Imprints series or are just beginning the adventure, you don't want to miss this new prequel about her first case as a consultant to the Portland Police Bureau. See how Autumn came into her ability and how Detective Shannon Martin reacts when he realizes this crazy so-called psychic might just be telling the truth.

No Second Chances. Death, Life, or Love-Unbounded Always Play for Keeps.There are only two ways to kill Unbounded, and fire isn't one of them-as law school dropout Erin Radkey learns the hard way. By fluke of a recessive gene, she has become Unbounded, a nearly immortal being with paranormal abilities. Erin's Change separates her from her loved ones and alters everything she believes to be true. A week earlier she was considering a marriage proposal; now she contemplates the best way to stay alive. Caught in a battle between two Unbounded groups, she is also hunted by a secret mortal society sworn to eradicate the Unbounded gene. As Erin plunges into this dangerous new life, she must carve out her own place in the madness, protect her mortal family, and decide which group she should join. Her unique ability is vital to both groups in the race to secure an identification software that spells death for all Unbounded-or enslavement for the entire mortal world. Some will stop at nothing to use Erin as one more pawn in a battle that has spanned centuries. Erin's undeniable attraction to Ritter Langton, whose family was massacred by opposing Unbounded two hundred and forty years ago, complicates her choices. There are no second chances. Death, life, or love-Unbounded always play for keeps. Non-stop action, terrifying consequences, and powerful romance make this an exciting addition to the world of romantic urban fantasy. Praise for the UNBOUNDED series: "Enough paranoid twists and turns to keep the reader turning pages . . . the author has clearly thought through the nuances of the story's theme and engineered a few surprising plot twists that elevate it . . . above the level of the average thriller." -Publishers Weekly"Excellent and well written ""I recommend reading the entire series""Thoroughly enjoyable""High action and adventure""Teyla Branton belongs right alongside Patricia Briggs, Kim Harrison, Jennifer Estep, and Kelly Armstrong." Unbounded Series1. The Change2. The Cure3. Protectors (which contains Ava's Revenge, Mortal Brother, and Set Ablaze)4 The Escape5. The Reckoning6. Lethal Engagement7. The Takeover8. The AvowedMore coming soon

Even When You CHANGE, Some Things Remain the Same . . .Erin Radkey's life has altered completely since her Change made her one of the Unbounded. But some things never change. Greed. Over the centuries the long-lived Unbounded have divided into two groups, the Emporium who craves money and power and will do anything to achieve its ends, including experimenting on its own people, and the Renegades who protect humanity. Power. Now the Renegades are close to discovering a cure that will save many dying mortals, and the husband of Erin's closest friend is first in line to receive the formula. But Emporium agents will stop at nothing to destroy the cure-until they realize the research might be exactly the weapon they've been searching for. Love. Erin's new abilities are tested as she and fellow Renegades fight the Emporium in a struggle that soon becomes all too personal, and where lines of loyalty are blurred by relationships of the past. Everything is at risk, including the lives of her friends-and the love of Ritter Langton, the Renegade Unbounded who both infuriates and excites her. From the busy streets of Portland to the jungles of Mexico, The Cure is a page-turning urban fantasy that will keep you riveted until the end. Unbounded Series1. The Change2. The Cure3. Protectors (which contains Ava's Revenge, Mortal Brother, and Set Ablaze)4 The Escape5. The Reckoning6. Lethal Engagement7. The Takeover8. The AvowedMore coming soon

THEY HAVE BECOME THE GUARDIANS OF HUMANITY Renegade Unbounded are the last line of defense between the ruthless Emporium and unsuspecting humanity, but how long can they continue the struggle alone? Three weeks of waiting to free their allies from an Emporium compound in New York City have Erin Radkey and her Renegade friends on edge. Frustrations run even higher when they uncover a new Emporium plot involving the nation's highest leaders, a plan full of more deceit than Erin imagined possible. With each passing day, the pendulum swings closer to world-wide Emporium rule and mortal servitude. Making sense of her personal life is every bit as challenging as being a guardian of humanity. Erin fears that her increasing abilities will alienate everyone around her, including those who love her most. Her relationship with Ritter Langton has been on hold these past anxious weeks, and though their connection runs undeniably deep, the constant presence of the mortal Keene McIntyre adds to the tension between them. Choices loom before Erin that affect not only her personal life but how she does her job. With political intrigue and non-stop action, the Escape adds satisfying dimension to the Unbounded world, whose characters and storyline have captured the imaginations of thousands of readers. Praise for the UNBOUNDED series: "Enough paranoid twists and turns to keep the reader turning pages . . . the author has clearly thought through the nuances of the story's theme and engineered a few surprising plot twists that elevate it . . . above the level of the average thriller." -Publishers Weekly "Excellent and well written " "I recommend reading the entire series" "Thoroughly enjoyable" "High action and adventure" "Teyla Branton belongs right alongside Patricia Briggs, Kim Harrison, Jennifer Estep, and Kelly Armstrong." Unbounded Series1. The Change2. The Cure3. Protectors (which contains Ava's Revenge, Mortal Brother, and Set Ablaze)4 The Escape5. The Reckoning6. Lethal Engagement7. The Takeover8. The AvowedMore coming soon

Only One Can Survive The ReckoningErin Radkey has always known the day would come when she would have to personally confront the Triad leader of the power-hungry Emporium. But she never thought it would be with a snake in her head that feeds on her energy. Or that she'd be in the company of an uncertain ally who might turn on her at any moment. The stakes are high as new intel uncovers a startling Emporium plot that will catapult the entire world into war. Erin is determined to save not only the mortals but also her friends-even if it means sacrificing herself and her newfound love for Ritter Langton. Ritter is just as determined to save Erin and prevent what would usher in the most bloody century the world has ever known, but even he might not recognize the person she becomes. Every day the enemy grows stronger. There will be no second chance. Praise for the UNBOUNDED series: "Enough paranoid twists and turns to keep the reader turning pages . . . the author has clearly thought through the nuances of the story's theme and engineered a few surprising plot twists that elevate it . . . above the level of the average thriller." -Publishers Weekly"Excellent and well written ""I recommend reading the entire series""Thoroughly enjoyable""High action and adventure""Teyla Branton belongs right alongside Patricia Briggs, Kim Harrison, Jennifer Estep, and Kelly Armstrong." Unbounded Series1. The Change2. The Cure3. Protectors (which contains Ava's Revenge, Mortal Brother, and Set Ablaze)4 The Escape5. The Reckoning6. Lethal Engagement7. The Takeover8. The AvowedMore coming soon

To Seek Revenge, You Must First Manage to Survive Ava O'Hare just wanted to love her child and live in peace, but a normal life was never her destiny. One stark day in 1745, everything she loved was taken from her, ripped away by the very man who should have protected her. Somehow, miraculously, Ava survived. Now it was time for revenge. Long before Ava O'Hare became the successful leader of a modern-day Renegade cell, she had other battles to fight. If you've enjoyed the Unbounded series, you will love this extra peek into the events that shaped Ava's life and made her a Guardian of Humanity. Please note: Ava's Revenge is not as long as the books from Erin's viewpoint. This historical tie-in can be enjoyed at any time. However, the last scene is present day and fits into the Unbounded timeline just after the end of The Change (Unbounded Book 1), so readers may better appreciate Ava's Revenge after reading the first book. Unbounded SeriesNovels: The Change (Book 1)The Cure (Book 2)The Escape (Book 3)The Reckoning (Book 4) Novellas: Ava's RevengeMortal Brother - Coming end of January 2015

Love and Duty-Both Can Get You KilledPilot Chris Radkey's only job in the Mexican jungle is to look after the plane while his Unbounded siblings retrieve a desperately needed cure. It was supposed to be easy. Much easier than seeing his wife murdered by an Emporium hit team, leaving behind two motherless children. Chris soon finds himself using every ounce of his Renegade training in a desperate struggle to secure dangerous Emporium captives and to save the life of a friend. His "easy" job has become a nightmare, one he may not survive. But the woman he cares about needs him, and he won't allow anything to stand in his way. Please note: Mortal Brother is not as long as the books from Erin's viewpoint. This tie-in to series can be enjoyed at any time. However, the events take place in the Unbounded timeline simultaneously with The Cure (Unbounded Book 2) and extend several days past that novel, so readers may better appreciate Mortal Brother after reading The Cure.

Guard, Protect, and Above All, Stay AliveTwo months after the announcement that rocked the entire world, Mari Jorgenson is going undercover to protect the man who has become the face of the Unbounded. What's not to like? Expensive clothes, a great disguise, a chance to play with knives-and all with a Renegade partner she might just be falling for. Mari can't think of a better assignment for practicing her shifting ability. But when everything goes horribly wrong on the first day, it will take everything she has-and more-if she and her friends are to keep humanity's best hope for peace alive long enough to unite the world. Along the way, Mari glimpses within herself a darkness that threatens to turn her into the very evil she is fighting. Join Mari, Keene, Jace, Cort, and other Renegades from the main Unbounded series as Mari shifts through an adventure that will ultimately set the stage for the greatest and final battle with the Emporium. Praise for the UNBOUNDED series: "Enough paranoid twists and turns to keep the reader turning pages . . . the author has clearly thought through the nuances of the story's theme and engineered a few surprising plot twists that elevate it . . . above the level of the average thriller." -Publishers Weekly"Excellent and well written ""I recommend reading the entire series""Thoroughly enjoyable""High action and adventure""Teyla Branton belongs right alongside Patricia Briggs, Kim Harrison, Jennifer Estep, and Kelly Armstrong." Unbounded Series1. The Change2. The Cure3. Protectors (which contains Ava's Revenge, Mortal Brother, and Set Ablaze)4 The Escape5. The Reckoning6. Lethal Engagement7. The Takeover8. The AvowedMore coming soon

Takeover-One Last Chance for HumanitySince the announcement of Unbounded existence, the mortal world has quickly polarized. One faction wants all Unbounded-Renegade and Emporium-dead. Others worship them as gods who have come to save the world and bring it immortality. The tension between these groups is ready to explode. Meanwhile, the Emporium has a new player, one who has upped the stakes in the battle for humanity. Many innocent mortals are sacrificed as the Emporium Triad grabs for control. As Erin Radkey, Ritter Langton, and their Renegade allies struggle to stay one step ahead of the enemy, their increasing abilities are tested to the limit-as is their trust in each other. They have only one chance to change the game, to save humanity. A desperate plan that requires an ultimate price no one can bear to pay. But everything is not always what it seems, especially in the world of the Unbounded. "The Takeover amazingly pulls in threads from all the previous novels for a richly satisfying series conclusion. From Jace's parentage and Stella's baby, to Keene's ability and Cort's past, it all comes together. The Unbounded series is one that will always stand out in my mind." Jody Babcock Praise for the UNBOUNDED series: "Enough paranoid twists and turns to keep the reader turning pages . . . the author has clearly thought through the nuances of the story's theme and engineered a few surprising plot twists that elevate it . . . above the level of the average thriller." -Publishers Weekly"Excellent and well written ""I recommend reading the entire series""Thoroughly enjoyable""High action and adventure""Teyla Branton belongs right alongside Patricia Briggs, Kim Harrison, Jennifer Estep, and Kelly Armstrong." Unbounded Series1. The Change2. The Cure3. Protectors (which contains Ava's Revenge, Mortal Brother, and Set Ablaze)4 The Escape5. The Reckoning6. Lethal Engagement7. The Takeover8. The AvowedMore coming in soon

This time the job is personal . . . Tie-in to the series that shows where Ritter was those two missing months after The Change. In and out. Do the job. Renegade Blaze Vincent has survived years with this motto. Barely. Plucked from death's door and revived repeatedly with curequick, he's developed an addiction that threatens to destroy everything he's worked for. Now the Emporium is buying fields around a tiny Portuguese town, and mortals-Blaze's countrymen-are dying. Blaze and his partner, Kenna Murray, are determined to unravel their enemies' intentions before the entire town is lost. But things tend to explode when Blaze is around. Literally. And to save his people, he must be willing to take yet one more step over the edge. Please Note: Set Ablaze is not as long as the books from Erin's viewpoint. This tie-in to the series and can be enjoyed at any time. However, between The Change (Unbounded Book 1) and The Cure (Unbounded Book 2), Renegade Ritter Langton disappears for two months. Set Ablaze fits between those books in the Unbounded timeline, giving us a glimpse into what Ritter was doing. Keep in mind this novella ISN'T ABOUT RITTER, but tells the story of someone very close to him. Because readers are not made aware of Ritter's whereabouts until nearly the end of The Cure, readers may better appreciate Set Ablaze after reading the first two books.If you've enjoyed the Unbounded series, you will love this extra peek into Ritter's family. Praise for the UNBOUNDED series: "Excellent and well written ""I recommend reading the entire series""Thoroughly enjoyable""High action and adventure""Teyla Branton belongs right alongside Patricia Briggs, Kim Harrison, Ilona Andrews, Jennifer Estep, and Kelly Armstrong."

Sometimes what you can't see means everythingWhen a young woman vanishes without a trace, her heartbroken parents turn to the last prospect they can find for hope: Autumn Rain. Autumn reads imprints-emotions left behind on certain objects. Only she can shed light on their daughter's last thoughts. But Autumn's gift makes her life difficult. Everyday activities like opening a door or holding a friend's keys can send her into turmoil. It doesn't help that the infuriating Detective Shannon Martin, who Autumn has helped on cases, usually treats her more like a suspect than a consultant. Too often Autumn finds herself retreating to her antiques shop and the company of her best friend, Jake Ryan, to avoid notice. Private detective Ethan McConnell, whose widowed sister has gone missing under similar circumstances, also comes to Autumn for help, but her involvement sets in motion a series of events that risk not only her own life, but the lives of those she cares about most. Imprints Series of Paranormal Suspense Novels featuring Autumn RainFirst Touch (Prequel Novella)Touch of Rain #1On the Hunt #2Upstaged #3Under Fire #4Blinded #5Street Smart #6

Why would a contented husband who has it all simply disappear?Police believe Dennis Briggs left home voluntarily, but his wife is convinced something sinister has happened. In desperation, she turns to Autumn Rain for help. Autumn has the extraordinary ability to read imprints-emotions left on objects that have special meaning to their owners, but what she discovers about the victim only leads to more questions. Autumn is equally confused by her conflicting feelings for the detective who treats her like a suspect and the supportive boyfriend she has always depended on. Autumn's investigation takes on new urgency when Dennis's young son is also targeted, presumably taken from the backyard of the family's home. What will she risk to save the boy? Sometimes what you can't see means everything.What people are saying about the series"An unexpected story that certainly doesn't move in predictable directions. Fueled by characters who are realistic and a story that is compellingly different, Touch of Rain's debut of a paranormal suspense series is not to be missed by any reader who looks for a vivid, solid opening act." - D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review

Some secrets are best left alone While Autumn struggles with the truth surrounding her birth father, time is running out for more than one missing girl. Autumn Rain is back to work, along with Detective Shannon Martin, but this time her investigation is personal. Autumn must prove whether or not her biological father, is responsible for the disappearance of a young girl. Cody Beckett's past record makes him the main suspect, even if there's not enough evidence to arrest him, and Autumn's extraordinary ability to receive impressions from objects that have special meaning to their owners might be the only way she can uncover the truth. What Autumn discovers is far bigger than either she or Shannon expected. Secrets, lies, lost evidence, and more than one missing girl all point to a conclusion they don't want to accept. But while Autumn struggles with her own volatile emotions regarding her family, time is running out.

Sometimes clear sight comes only after you're blinded A chilling repeat imprint of a murder and a fiery near-death makes Autumn rethink everything she's learned about her ability and what she has become. When a rash of elderly deaths occur in Portland, Autumn Rain is called upon to use her ability to read emotions imprinted on physical objects in an attempt to track down the killer. The antiques shop owner and part-time police consultant is more than willing to go undercover with Shannon Martin, the infuriating detective she might be falling for. Crime boss Nicholas Russo is also back in town to claim the favor Autumn owes him. If she doesn't pay, her life and those of her family will be at risk, but helping Russo might mean the deaths of other innocent people. A chilling repeat imprint of a murder and a fiery near-death has Autumn rethinking everything she's learned about her ability and what it has made her become. And then things really get crazy.

His visions can save them-if he defeats the madness that waits for them allEnforcer Jaxon Tennant and his former Colony 6 crew are the last hope for a post-Breakdown society, where CORE Elite experiment on and enslave those they profess to aid. Jaxon's gift of premonitions, his visions of what will be, are growing stronger and more frequent-and equally more terrifying. But he sees nothing of the vision he needs most, and if he doesn't find a way to change that, there may not be a future for one of his crew. When they attempt to save a potential ally, the man turns out to be more than what he seems, and the crew must make a hard choice. Either way, people will die. When their plan goes sideways, they start down a path that might get them all killed before they have the chance to save the CORE's two million residents. Before Jaxon has a chance to win the woman he will always love. What more they uncover about their past and Jaxon's parentage might be the most startling revelation of all.

Welcome to the CORE: Commonwealth Objective for Reform and EfficiencyDetective Reese Parker is a survivor. Having left behind a violent past in Welfare Colony 6, she is now a sketch artist and detective with the New York Enforcer Division. Her entire focus is maintaining peace and order among the CORE's remaining two million residents, to make certain their society never faces another economic and nuclear Breakdown.She must also keep her secret. Because she never wants to be sent back to Colony 6. With constant Teev surveillance and rigid control in the CORE's most heavily populated state, Reese's job mostly consists of tracing small-time juke pushers or sending rebellious students to reconditioning. She doesn't have to face demented fringers that encroach upon the Core like her counterparts in Dallastar do, or patrol the northern borders where radiation-crazed animals attack unwary travelers. She's content with being the most accurate sketch artist in the CORE. But when one of her sketches puts her up against a human monster bigger than anything else that threatens the CORE, it's a fight she might not survive. Note from the authorThis novella is part of my Colony Six futuristic dystopian sci-fi series. After finishing the first two books, I decided I wanted to write about the catalyst that took Reese, one of my important characters, back to Dallastar near where she grew up and where the series really begins. This is the case that almost got her killed and eventually led to events that in subsequent books reunites her with her childhood crew from Welfare Colony 6, otherwise known as the Coop (after the cramped conditions and chickens they raised there for extra food).You can read this story either before or after the first two books-it doesn't have spoilers. If you are new to my series, keep in mind that this short piece won't contain the intricacies of the much longer novels, but I hope it'll give you a taste of my post-apocalyptic world. I've included terms at the end of the novel to help catch you up, so maybe take a peek at those. Enjoy

It's time for sixers to fight back Lyssa Sloan is a sixer, one of the lucky few who escaped Colony 6 before the extermination began. Lyssa has long been forced to hide the truth of her daughter's birth and her own unusual ability, even from the man she loves, or risk exile to a colony. Now with tightening control throughout the CORE and a new Elite plot to enslave more of the population, she and her reunited sixer crew are all that stand in the way of a corrupt government bent on total control.The crew braves radiation-crazed beasts to seek help outside the CORE Territories. But will the leaders of Newcali become their allies or lead to their downfall? Whatever the answer, the betrayals they must make mean there is no going back. It's now or never

A Normal Life was Never Their DestinyProtectors is a compilation of three novellas telling the personal stories of characters in the Unbounded series. While these novellas are not necessary to understanding the rest of the series, the stories are not told in the other books, and they give depth and insight to the characters, especially Ava, Chris, and Stella. These books are not from Erin Radkey's point-of-view, and she only appears briefly in this book. If you prefer to follow only Erin's story, feel free to skip to The Escape, Book 4 in the Unbounded series. This book contains: Ava's RevengeAva O'Hare just wanted to love her child and live in peace, but a normal life was never her destiny. One stark day in 1745, everything she loved was taken from her, ripped away by the very man who should have protected her. Somehow, miraculously, Ava survived. Now it was time for revenge. Long before Ava O'Hare became the successful leader of a modern-day Renegade cell, she had other battles to fight. If you've enjoyed the Unbounded series, you will love this extra peek into the events that shaped Ava's life and made her a Guardian of Humanity. Please note: Most of Ava's Revenge takes place hundreds of years in the past. However, the last scene is present day and fits into the Unbounded timeline just after the end of The Change (Unbounded Book 1). You can read and enjoy any time after that first book. Mortal BrotherPilot Chris Radkey's only job in the Mexican jungle is to look after the plane while his Unbounded siblings retrieve a desperately needed cure. It was supposed to be easy. Much easier than seeing his wife murdered by an Emporium hit team, leaving behind two motherless children. Chris soon finds himself using every ounce of his Renegade training in a desperate struggle to secure dangerous Emporium captives and to save the life of a friend. His "easy" job has become a nightmare, one he may not survive. But a woman he cares about needs him, and he won't allow anything to stand in his way. Please note: The events in Mortal Brother take place in the Unbounded timeline simultaneously with The Cure (Unbounded Book 2) and extends several days past that novel. It should be read after The Cure. Set AblazeIn and out. Do the job. Renegade Blaze Vincent has survived years with this motto. Barely. Plucked from death's door and revived repeatedly with curequick, he's developed an addiction that threatens to destroy everything he's worked for. Now the Emporium is buying fields around a tiny Portuguese town, and mortals-Blaze's countrymen-are dying. Blaze and his partner, Kenna Murray, are determined to unravel their enemies' intentions before the entire town is lost. But things tend to explode when Blaze is around. Literally. And to save his people, he must be willing to take yet one more step over the edge. Please note: This novella gives a glimpse into Renegade Ritter Langton's whereabouts when he disappears for two months between The Change (Unbounded Book 1) and The Cure (Unbounded Book 2). However, this story isn't about him, but about someone very close to him. If you've enjoyed the Unbounded series, you will love this extra peek into Ritter's family. Set Ablaze can be enjoyed at any time after reading the first two books. Praise for the UNBOUNDED series: "Enough paranoid twists and turns to keep the reader turning pages . . . the author has clearly thought through the nuances of the story's theme and engineered a few surprising plot twists that elevate it . . . above the level of the average thriller." -Publishers Weekly "Excellent and well written " "I recommend reading the entire series" "High action and adventure"