Tortured Heroes Series by Jayne Blue

She’s the one women he knows he shouldn’t touch. Jase - Dirty cop. That’s what everyone thinks of me. Only I know it’s a lie. They took my gun, my badge, my soul. I have one last shot to earn it back. My job? Go deep undercover to bring down a ruthless drug lord. It should have been easy. Until I met his niece, Devin. I crave her just like the drug her uncle’s trying to push. Pure and simple. She brings out every protective instinct I have. All the wicked ones too... moreShe’s the one women he knows he shouldn’t touch. Jase - Dirty cop. That’s what everyone thinks of me. Only I know it’s a lie. They took my gun, my badge, my soul. I have one last shot to earn it back. My job? Go deep undercover to bring down a ruthless drug lord. It should have been easy. Until I met his niece, Devin. I crave her just like the drug her uncle’s trying to push. Pure and simple. She brings out every protective instinct I have. All the wicked ones too. Except acting on them could blow this investigation and ruin my chance to clear my name. And it might get us both killed. He’s the hero she never knew she needed. Devin - When Jase walked into my bar, he turned everything upside down. He made me feel things I can’t want. I have to walk away. Because, I know he’s a liar just like all the others. He’ll tell me he loves me then disappear. Plus, I know he’s hiding something. But, his smoldering touch and perfect kisses are almost enough to drive my doubts away. Almost. The truth will either save them both, or burn them to the ground. Author’s Note: Each book in the Tortured Heroes series is a full length, standalone novel. They can be read in any order and DO NOT contain cliffhangers. They DO contain dark themes and elements. less

Detective Mitch Gates is sworn to protect the one woman he can’t have. Mitch – When my best friend and brother in blue was killed in the line of duty, I swore an oath to protect the woman he meant to marry. Stella. She was never mine, but I’ve loved her since the day I met her. Now she’s back. Targeted by a dangerous crime syndicate, I have to keep her close to keep her safe. Ten years haven’t dulled the passion I feel for her or my guilt at knowing how badly I still want to act on it... moreDetective Mitch Gates is sworn to protect the one woman he can’t have. Mitch – When my best friend and brother in blue was killed in the line of duty, I swore an oath to protect the woman he meant to marry. Stella. She was never mine, but I’ve loved her since the day I met her. Now she’s back. Targeted by a dangerous crime syndicate, I have to keep her close to keep her safe. Ten years haven’t dulled the passion I feel for her or my guilt at knowing how badly I still want to act on it. Now her life is on the line. Stella – Mitch made me feel whole again after everything fell apart. He was also the only man I knew I couldn’t want. His code of honor and my fear of losing him too made us turn away from the growing heat between us. I thought time would heal old wounds. I was so wrong. I never wanted to need Mitch again, but I have no choice. Only he can help me stop the monster who stole my identity and framed me for a crime I didn’t commit. But fighting back just might bring me into the arms of the one man I’ve tried so hard to forget. Author’s Note: Each book in the Tortured Heroes series is a full length, standalone romantic suspense novel They can be read in any order and DO NOT contain cliffhangers. They DO contain dark themes and elements. Approx: 65,000 words in length less

When Judge Jillian Key receives death threats, her staff calls on U.S. Marshal Ray "Huck" Huckman to protect her. When Judge Key meets Huck, instant sparks fly between them which could threaten the ordered life Jillian craves both in and out of the courtroom. And there’s a killer on the loose who’ll stop at nothing to get to her. Jillian –I caught the brass ring when the President of the United States gave me my dream job as a Federal Court judge... moreWhen Judge Jillian Key receives death threats, her staff calls on U.S. Marshal Ray "Huck" Huckman to protect her. When Judge Key meets Huck, instant sparks fly between them which could threaten the ordered life Jillian craves both in and out of the courtroom. And there’s a killer on the loose who’ll stop at nothing to get to her. Jillian –I caught the brass ring when the President of the United States gave me my dream job as a Federal Court judge. The truth is, I’ve spent a lifetime trying to outrun the chaos of my past. If I let it back in, even for a moment, the walls I’ve carefully built could come crashing down. Now, someone wants me dead and I have no choice but to rely on U.S. Marshal Ray Huckman to keep me safe. But, Huck stirs a dangerous passion inside of me that could consume us both if we give into it. Huck is nothing but chaos wrapped in a sexy package and I don’t know if I can resist. Huck – As a U.S. Marshal, I’ve dedicated my life to bringing down some of the most dangerous fugitives in the country. I can’t deny I love the rush of it, the danger. The last thing I wanted was to cool my heels playing bodyguard for Judge Jillian Key. Then I met her. She’s smart, stunning, and has a knockout body beneath that black robe. I want her more than I should admit and from the second I touched her, I knew she felt the same. Now Jillian’s been marked for death by a cunning killer. It’ll take every instinct I have to keep her safe. less

Buttoned up C.P.A. Charlotte Marek has always lived her life by the numbers. Charlotte - I’ve always taken the safe path. That’s suited me just fine until now. On the rebound from my cheating ex, I just wanted one night of no-strings attached, toe-curling passion. When I met sexy as sin Ben in a local bar, his bad boy swagger seems like the perfect balm for my broken heart. But, I soon realize one night with Ben will never be enough. When I find out he’s a cop, I know I need to cut him loose... moreButtoned up C.P.A. Charlotte Marek has always lived her life by the numbers. Charlotte - I’ve always taken the safe path. That’s suited me just fine until now. On the rebound from my cheating ex, I just wanted one night of no-strings attached, toe-curling passion. When I met sexy as sin Ben in a local bar, his bad boy swagger seems like the perfect balm for my broken heart. But, I soon realize one night with Ben will never be enough. When I find out he’s a cop, I know I need to cut him loose. Growing up as a cop’s daughter, I know all too well the heartache that goes along with loving one. Strike Team officer Ben Killian is used to living life fast and hard. Ben - As part of Lincolnshire P.D.’s elite S.W.A.T. force, running toward danger isn't just my job, it's a rush. After the thrill of our latest drug raid, I’m more than down for a one-night stand with gorgeous Charlotte the second she offers. But, it doesn't take long to realize this girl’s not like all the others I’ve been with. Charlotte’s bold, sexy, smart as hell and she stirs my heart in ways I wasn’t looking for. If that’s not enough of a kick in the gut, it turns out she’s also the new Police Chief’s daughter, This time, my danger junkie lifestyle may just cost me my badge. But when that danger threatens to destroy the woman I love, I’ll have to be ready for the fight of my life. Author’s Note: Each book in the Tortured Heroes series is a full length, standalone romantic suspense novel They can be read in any order and DO NOT contain cliffhangers. They DO contain dark themes and elements. less

Kyle Agent Kyle Duvall was deep undercover. He did bad things for good reasons. He became the muscle for an evil group of outlaws and showed them he was just as ruthless. Duvall tapped into the darkest recess of his mind to survive but now his cover is blown and he’s assigned a new mission. Agent Kyle Duvall is back to the real world but his soul may be too far gone to save. Sam Gorgeous, ambitious, and head strong, Sam Bosque isn’t anyone’s damsel in distress... moreKyle Agent Kyle Duvall was deep undercover. He did bad things for good reasons. He became the muscle for an evil group of outlaws and showed them he was just as ruthless. Duvall tapped into the darkest recess of his mind to survive but now his cover is blown and he’s assigned a new mission. Agent Kyle Duvall is back to the real world but his soul may be too far gone to save. Sam Gorgeous, ambitious, and head strong, Sam Bosque isn’t anyone’s damsel in distress. She’s career minded and not going to fall into any man’s arms. Sam ignores the things moving in the shadows. She brushes off the sounds in the hall when she works late, alone. She knows nothing about the string of women who are missing. She’s too busy to be skittish. Until blood, danger, and death become impossible to ignore. The FBI insists Sam needs protection. The mace in her purse won’t cut it anymore. Her protection is a man whose demons are raging and real, Special Agent Kyle Duvall. Duvall’s mission now is Sam. Her life force sparks hope in this hard-bitten agent. His quiet intensity sets her body on fire. But Sam's fire has attracted a beast who'd do anything to snuff it out. Forever. A Ripper is on the loose. Agent Kyle Duvall's dark side is about to do battle again. This time he's not fighting an outlaw, he's fighting a monster. And he's doing it for love. ***Author’s Note: Each book in the Tortured Heroes series is a full length, standalone novel. They can be read in any order and DO NOT contain cliffhangers. They DO contain dark themes and elements!*** less

Fire, danger, risk, it's what hotshot firefighter Heath Finch thrives on. The only woman he ever loved died because she got too close to the danger that Heath calls home. Heath puts his life on the line every day but he won't risk anyone else's ever again. He's a hotshot firefighter and he goes where no one else can to save those who don't have a prayer. It's the life he chose and he will live it on his own. Love means loss and he won't let anyone near him get burned again... moreFire, danger, risk, it's what hotshot firefighter Heath Finch thrives on. The only woman he ever loved died because she got too close to the danger that Heath calls home. Heath puts his life on the line every day but he won't risk anyone else's ever again. He's a hotshot firefighter and he goes where no one else can to save those who don't have a prayer. It's the life he chose and he will live it on his own. Love means loss and he won't let anyone near him get burned again. Until he saves Paige. She's beautiful, intelligent, and something has her scared. Paige Cahill is young, ambitious, and facing a threat she's not sure how to handle. When the gorgeous firefighter saves her Paige decides that maybe there is a future in Colorado. But Paige underestimates the evil in her life and it could get her killed.One of the biggest wildfires of the year is barreling toward her. The only thing standing between Paige and that wall of flame is Heath. Heath will put his heart on the line once again to protect Paige with every ounce of his body. But it might not be enough. This passionate adventure is a standalone novel. There's heat in the form of fire, smoke, and thrilling adventure as this firefighter and his new love fight the elements in a battle to survive. Author’s Note: Each book in the Tortured Heroes series is a full length, standalone romantic suspense novel. They can be read in any order and DO NOT contain cliffhangers. They DO contain dark themes and elements. less