New Orleans Connection Series by Kathy Ivan

When New Orleans police declare private investigator Max Lamoreaux’s missing godson a runaway, he reaches out to former flame Theresa Crawford for help. Her specialized skills have proven key to unlocking past investigations. Time hasn’t diminished their powerful chemistry, but Theresa’s secrets drove them apart once before. As they work together, will shadows from her past destroy their last chance at happiness? NOTE: This book was previously published... moreWhen New Orleans police declare private investigator Max Lamoreaux’s missing godson a runaway, he reaches out to former flame Theresa Crawford for help. Her specialized skills have proven key to unlocking past investigations. Time hasn’t diminished their powerful chemistry, but Theresa’s secrets drove them apart once before. As they work together, will shadows from her past destroy their last chance at happiness? NOTE: This book was previously published. It has been re-edited and additional content added. "Kathy Ivan’s books are addictive, you can’t read just one.” Susan Stoker, NYT Bestselling Author "Kathy Ivan has crafted warm, engaging characters that will steal your heart and a mystery that will keep you reading to the very last page." Barb Han, USA TODAY and Publisher's Weekly Bestselling Author “This is the first I have read from Kathy Ivan and it won't be the last.” Night Owl Reviews "I highly recommend Desperate Choices. Readers can’t go wrong here!” Melissa, Joyfully Reviewed “I loved how the author wove a very intricate storyline with plenty of intriguing details that led to the final reveal…” Night Owl Reviews less

Jennifer "Jinx" Marucci witnesses her brother's shooting and the leader of New Orleans' Russian mob thinks her brother, Carlo, passed something valuable into her keeping--and demands its return. Every instinct tells her to trust no one, but what choice does she have except to turn to the police? Detective Remy Lamoreaux can't believe his luck when Jinx walks through the doors of the New Orleans Police Department. He's tried for years to bring down Vladimir Dubshenko... moreJennifer "Jinx" Marucci witnesses her brother's shooting and the leader of New Orleans' Russian mob thinks her brother, Carlo, passed something valuable into her keeping--and demands its return. Every instinct tells her to trust no one, but what choice does she have except to turn to the police? Detective Remy Lamoreaux can't believe his luck when Jinx walks through the doors of the New Orleans Police Department. He's tried for years to bring down Vladimir Dubshenko. Fate has finally handed him the opportunity to go head-to-head with the vicious mobster and lock him up for good before Jinx becomes one more casualty in Dubshenko's lust for power. Intrigue, kidnapping and danger combine to keep Remy and Jinx constantly on the move. One thing is certain--if they stop running, they die. less

With his cover blown to hell after a media frenzy in New Orleans, all DEA agent Carlo Marucci wants is a week of rest and relaxation. Add in a Bed and Breakfast in Key West and a beautiful woman, and he thinks he's hit the perfect trifecta. Macie Branson has come to Key West to reconnect with her family after her sister's messy divorce. Cavorting with a tall, dark and sexy stranger isn't part of her plans. Until she meets Carlo... moreWith his cover blown to hell after a media frenzy in New Orleans, all DEA agent Carlo Marucci wants is a week of rest and relaxation. Add in a Bed and Breakfast in Key West and a beautiful woman, and he thinks he's hit the perfect trifecta. Macie Branson has come to Key West to reconnect with her family after her sister's messy divorce. Cavorting with a tall, dark and sexy stranger isn't part of her plans. Until she meets Carlo. The chemistry burns fast and furious between them, but when Macie's nephews vanish, evidence connects the boys' disappearance back to New Orleans and the newest party drug flooding its streets. It's a race against the clock as Carlo and Macie search for the missing boys. Will they find her nephews before time runs out? less

Wendy Cunningham, the Princess of Pastries, has been recruited into being a judge on the National Bake-Off Championship. When the ex-flame she left behind turns out to be a fellow judge, she decides to make the best of the situation, because she needs the publicity to open her newest high-end bakery. Slade Coleman is the hottest celebrity chef on the foodie scene, and he's not above making the most of his time in the spotlight... moreWendy Cunningham, the Princess of Pastries, has been recruited into being a judge on the National Bake-Off Championship. When the ex-flame she left behind turns out to be a fellow judge, she decides to make the best of the situation, because she needs the publicity to open her newest high-end bakery. Slade Coleman is the hottest celebrity chef on the foodie scene, and he's not above making the most of his time in the spotlight. When the "Culinary Cowboy" gets recruited to judge on the next sure-to-be-a-hit baking show, the opportunity is too good to turn down. Nobody knows he has his own reasons for coming to South Florida. When The Princess sees The Cowboy, sparks fly and it isn't long before passion ignites. But something's going on behind the scenes, and it's up to Wendy and Slade to root out the bad apple before somebody gets hurt—or worse. NOTE: THIS BOOK WAS PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED IN THE SUMMER HEAT - LOVE ON FIRE BOX SET. less

A quest for justice… After a devastating betrayal, ex-DEA agent Samuel "The Ghost" Carpenter devotes his life to searching for the person who cost him not only his job but nearly his life. When he discovers a link between the man he's hunting and a beautiful executive assistant, he realizes the path to his target is seduction—a task he's all too eager to undertake, since he can't seem to resist the alluring beauty. …turns into a dangerous seduction... moreA quest for justice… After a devastating betrayal, ex-DEA agent Samuel "The Ghost" Carpenter devotes his life to searching for the person who cost him not only his job but nearly his life. When he discovers a link between the man he's hunting and a beautiful executive assistant, he realizes the path to his target is seduction—a task he's all too eager to undertake, since he can't seem to resist the alluring beauty. …turns into a dangerous seduction. Andrea Kirkland can't fathom the sudden interest rich and powerful Samuel Carpenter's showing, but she's not stupid. He's got a deeply-hidden agenda and she's a means to an end. Except, she has secrets of her own, and despite their instantaneous chemistry, she's not above using Carpenter to further her own vendetta. On a whirlwind journey from Dallas to New Orleans, passion explodes between them. But when a murderer strikes, Carpenter must choose between his mission of vengeance or face losing the woman he loves to a vindictive madman hellbent on revenge. less

Haunted by memories of war and strangely prophetic dreams, Gaston "Ranger" Boudreau spends his time alone in the Louisiana bayou he calls home. When fellow SEAL, Matthew "Wolf" Steel calls in a favor, Ranger can't refuse—a Boudreau always pays his debts. Writer Sarah Sloane is in New Orleans on a mission, to find her missing sister. Unsure what she'll uncover, she needs somebody who knows the city—but more, she needs a bodyguard who can keep her safe... moreHaunted by memories of war and strangely prophetic dreams, Gaston "Ranger" Boudreau spends his time alone in the Louisiana bayou he calls home. When fellow SEAL, Matthew "Wolf" Steel calls in a favor, Ranger can't refuse—a Boudreau always pays his debts. Writer Sarah Sloane is in New Orleans on a mission, to find her missing sister. Unsure what she'll uncover, she needs somebody who knows the city—but more, she needs a bodyguard who can keep her safe. One sexy former Navy SEAL might be just the person for the job. As Ranger's dreams evolve, the dangerous search for Sarah's sister becomes a race against the clock. Can they find her before it's too late, or will their quest cost more than one life? less

The latest from USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Kathy Ivan, in the award-winning New Orleans Connection series. When an old danger surfaces, everything in Sheri Vernon’s life turns upside down. She doesn’t know who she can trust—except former fiancé, Nate Blackwell, the man whose heart she broke when she walked away. A key member of Carpenter Security’s elite team, Nate Blackwell loves his new home in New Orleans, but his ex is the last person he expects to find on his doorstep needing help... moreThe latest from USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Kathy Ivan, in the award-winning New Orleans Connection series. When an old danger surfaces, everything in Sheri Vernon’s life turns upside down. She doesn’t know who she can trust—except former fiancé, Nate Blackwell, the man whose heart she broke when she walked away. A key member of Carpenter Security’s elite team, Nate Blackwell loves his new home in New Orleans, but his ex is the last person he expects to find on his doorstep needing help. Seeing her again stirs up feelings he thought long buried, but he can’t turn his back on her. Embers of passion reignite and fuel the flames of obsession in a madman. Can Nate keep the woman he still loves safe, or lose her forever to another’s twisted desires? less

Scared and on the run, Maggie Callahan doesn’t know who to trust. Something’s wrong at the pharmaceutical company where she works, and patients are turning up dead. Out of options, she seeks out the one person she knows won’t let her down—Gunner Everett. Snatched from the airport, Gunner Everett has no idea why anyone would interrogate him about a woman he hasn’t seen in nearly ten years... moreScared and on the run, Maggie Callahan doesn’t know who to trust. Something’s wrong at the pharmaceutical company where she works, and patients are turning up dead. Out of options, she seeks out the one person she knows won’t let her down—Gunner Everett. Snatched from the airport, Gunner Everett has no idea why anyone would interrogate him about a woman he hasn’t seen in nearly ten years. Left with more questions than answers, he realizes there’s only one person who can tell him what he needs to know—the woman he’d left behind. As each new piece of the puzzle falls into place, Maggie and Gunner race to find the answers. Can they unravel the mystery, or will they become the latest casualties to greed and corruption? less

“Kathy Ivan’s books are addictive, you can’t read just one!” Susan Stoker, NYT Bestselling Author When someone in New Orleans has a problem, Gator Boudreau is Mister Fix-It. Discovering an elderly neighbor has been swindled by a con artist, there’s no question he’ll deal with the situation. Only this time, he needs a little help from the missus... more“Kathy Ivan’s books are addictive, you can’t read just one!” Susan Stoker, NYT Bestselling Author When someone in New Orleans has a problem, Gator Boudreau is Mister Fix-It. Discovering an elderly neighbor has been swindled by a con artist, there’s no question he’ll deal with the situation. Only this time, he needs a little help from the missus. Wilhelmina McDaniels is pretty sure Gator Boudreau has a few screws loose when he approaches her with a proposal—play his wife while they work a case. Going undercover as Santa and Mrs. Claus at the local Santa’s Village gives them the perfect opportunity to hunt the bad guy. Catching the conman might be a bit more complicated than they anticipate, since everybody at the local Santa’s Village wears holiday costumes. As they work to uncover the confidence scheme, can they figure out the bad guy’s next move, while finding a little holiday magic of their own? less

“Kathy Ivan’s books are addictive, you can’t read just one!” Susan Stoker, NYT Bestselling Author Welcome to Fatal Intentions, Jean-Luc Boudreay’s book in the New Orleans Connection Series. Set in the Big Easy and Dallas, this is the latest sultry, steamy, and action-packed romantic suspense reconnecting readers with the friends and family of Carpenter Security Services. So sit back and enjoy the heart-pounding ride fans have come to expect from USA TODAY Bestselling author Kathy Ivan... more“Kathy Ivan’s books are addictive, you can’t read just one!” Susan Stoker, NYT Bestselling Author Welcome to Fatal Intentions, Jean-Luc Boudreay’s book in the New Orleans Connection Series. Set in the Big Easy and Dallas, this is the latest sultry, steamy, and action-packed romantic suspense reconnecting readers with the friends and family of Carpenter Security Services. So sit back and enjoy the heart-pounding ride fans have come to expect from USA TODAY Bestselling author Kathy Ivan. As we say in New Orleans, Laissez les bons temps rouler! More Books in the New Orleans Connection Series: Connor’s Gamble – book #1 Relentless Pursuit – book #2 Ultimate Betrayal – book #3 Keeping Secrets – book #4 Sex, Lies and Apple Pies – book #5 Deadly Justice – book #6 Wicked Obsession – book #7 Hidden Agenda – book #8 Spies Like Us – book #9 Fatal Intentions – book #10 (coming March 2017) Letal Deception – book #11 (coming May 2017) less