Fear Familiar Series by Caroline Burnes

They say that cats have nine lives It was Familiar's most recent life that worried her. Since she'd found the cat in the university parking lot, Professor Eleanor Duncan had been assaulted, interrogated by the CIA, her apartment invaded by a crazy little dog and its animal owner, and her husband seemed to have returned from the dead.... When veterinarian Peter Curry identified Eleanor's furry friend as an escape research animal, he couldn't know where that clue would lead... moreThey say that cats have nine lives It was Familiar's most recent life that worried her. Since she'd found the cat in the university parking lot, Professor Eleanor Duncan had been assaulted, interrogated by the CIA, her apartment invaded by a crazy little dog and its animal owner, and her husband seemed to have returned from the dead.... When veterinarian Peter Curry identified Eleanor's furry friend as an escape research animal, he couldn't know where that clue would lead. To adventure, romance, counterplot and conspiracy and to the explosive enigma that was Familiar's past life. less

They say cats have nine lives... An ominous black cat crossed paths with Cassandra McBeth just as she discovered that her nightmares were tomorrow's headlines. A night stalker was about to bring terror to Gatlinburg, Tennessee...and to Cassandra. She alone knew what was to come, but not how to stop it. Only one lone man, a stranger, believed in her vision. Adam Raleigh was on her side, though the town was against them... moreThey say cats have nine lives... An ominous black cat crossed paths with Cassandra McBeth just as she discovered that her nightmares were tomorrow's headlines. A night stalker was about to bring terror to Gatlinburg, Tennessee...and to Cassandra. She alone knew what was to come, but not how to stop it. Only one lone man, a stranger, believed in her vision. Adam Raleigh was on her side, though the town was against them. But what was the psychic link between the woman of his dreams and the fiend of her nightmares? The electrifying answer came from Familiar...a mysterious black cat. less

Once Patrick Shaw was the happiest man in the world, as owner of both Beltene, the most famous breeding Farm on the Emerald Isle, and of Limerick, the price of its stables. But that was before the family fortune was lost to a green-eyed she-devil dressed in silk and pearls. Twice cursed, Catherine Nelson knew that Patrick would never look beyond her affluent British background - or her new status as owner of Beltene... moreOnce Patrick Shaw was the happiest man in the world, as owner of both Beltene, the most famous breeding Farm on the Emerald Isle, and of Limerick, the price of its stables. But that was before the family fortune was lost to a green-eyed she-devil dressed in silk and pearls. Twice cursed, Catherine Nelson knew that Patrick would never look beyond her affluent British background - or her new status as owner of Beltene. Yet his brooding good looks and work-hardened body nearly drove her to distraction, until she learned that Limerick had been stole - and that Patrick was the prime suspect... Into this explosive situation comes Familiar, the crime-solving cat, who puts his remaining lives on the line in his third adventure, Thrice Familiar. less

The ghost and Mrs. Muir? Though Mary Muir had once dreamed of becoming William McEachern's bride, after their unexpected reunion she found his abrupt proposal of marriage surprising. And when her long-lost love insisted on a hasty wedding, she felt slightly apprehensive. But once inside his fairy-tale Scottish castle, Mary saw her dreams of wedded bliss turn nightmarish, as her attentive fiance was transformed into an unbridled stranger... moreThe ghost and Mrs. Muir? Though Mary Muir had once dreamed of becoming William McEachern's bride, after their unexpected reunion she found his abrupt proposal of marriage surprising. And when her long-lost love insisted on a hasty wedding, she felt slightly apprehensive. But once inside his fairy-tale Scottish castle, Mary saw her dreams of wedded bliss turn nightmarish, as her attentive fiance was transformed into an unbridled stranger. Was William possessed by the spirit of a savage ancestor - or were other, more worldly demons the cause of his bizarre behavior? With the help of a solitary assistant - Familiar, the feline detective - would Mary discover the truth in time to save her beloved? less

The riddle Who hated Sarah Covington enough to frame her for murder? Or were the secret ingredients in her meals the way she disposed of her enemies? The romance It was Daniel Dubonet's job to get close to Sarah. And the sexy maverick agent was good at it -- until he discovered she was a sultry Southern belle... with a twist. Sweet as honey in his arms, but as potent as a red-hot pepper whenever he mentioned her shadowy past... moreThe riddle Who hated Sarah Covington enough to frame her for murder? Or were the secret ingredients in her meals the way she disposed of her enemies? The romance It was Daniel Dubonet's job to get close to Sarah. And the sexy maverick agent was good at it -- until he discovered she was a sultry Southern belle... with a twist. Sweet as honey in his arms, but as potent as a red-hot pepper whenever he mentioned her shadowy past. The remedy While Daniel played his hunches by day and Sarah by night, another detective stalked Washington's streets -- at the request of the First Cat himself! But could Familiar, the crime-solving cat, sniff out the solution to this poisonous case in time to heal a broken heart... or worse? less

Join the coolest feline detective to ever take on mystery, mayhem and matchmaking. Once upon a time...scandal rocked a Southern town. When Mobile's favorite son was accused of kidnapping, reporter James Tenet scooped the story of a lifetime. But he'd only scratched the surface -- even the scent of gardenias couldn't disguise the reek of deceit that hung in the humid air. Only one angry female stood in his way... moreJoin the coolest feline detective to ever take on mystery, mayhem and matchmaking. Once upon a time...scandal rocked a Southern town. When Mobile's favorite son was accused of kidnapping, reporter James Tenet scooped the story of a lifetime. But he'd only scratched the surface -- even the scent of gardenias couldn't disguise the reek of deceit that hung in the humid air. Only one angry female stood in his way. As the accused's friend, Jennifer Barkley was James's only link to the truth behind the ugly rumors. And while he adored the furious flash of her eyes, James knew he had to -- wanted to -- kiss and make up. Maybe Jennifer's feline friend, Familiar, was his way to her heart... and the rest of the story. But there were two things James couldn't understand -- cats... and women. less

She was suspected of being a witch... After narrowly escaping death in 1995, Abigail West mysteriously awakened in Salem. The year was 1692, she was living someone else's life, and as a self-supporting female she was viewed suspiciously. Even worse, from the future she'd brought the last two things she needed - a black cat named Familiar and a sexy gray-eyed man... Sam Truesdale was honor bound to help prosecute witches in Salem - but he also wanted to save Abigail from the gallows... moreShe was suspected of being a witch... After narrowly escaping death in 1995, Abigail West mysteriously awakened in Salem. The year was 1692, she was living someone else's life, and as a self-supporting female she was viewed suspiciously. Even worse, from the future she'd brought the last two things she needed - a black cat named Familiar and a sexy gray-eyed man... Sam Truesdale was honor bound to help prosecute witches in Salem - but he also wanted to save Abigail from the gallows. The russett-haired woman had instantly stolen his heart, but she also kept insisting Sam, himself, was from another century. Was Sam really from the future - or had he merely been bewitched? less

The man had a way with cats - and with women Animal trainer Brak Brunston was reputed to have a mystical link with his animals - a connection so strong that even Ashley Curry felt its power the very first time she laid eyes on the man. When Brak's prize panthers were stolen, Ashley couldn't resist offering her expertise as a law officer... moreThe man had a way with cats - and with women Animal trainer Brak Brunston was reputed to have a mystical link with his animals - a connection so strong that even Ashley Curry felt its power the very first time she laid eyes on the man. When Brak's prize panthers were stolen, Ashley couldn't resist offering her expertise as a law officer. As they raced to recover the cats, she found she also couldn't resist Brak's strong savage appeal, the strength of his embrace, or the magic of his touch - not even when the discovery of his secret past set up a war between duty and her heart: Brak was a man Ashley wanted to help...to love - and to turn in to the law. less

Mills & Boon Intrigue series brings you stories filled with secrets & seduction... A FEAR FAMILIAR MYSTERY THE HEAT WAS ON Burning, scorching, searing heat that's what new sheriff Kate McArdle felt every time she encountered Silver City's fire chief, Jake Johnson. Which was often since a rash of arsons was forcing them to work together. Desperate to identify the arsonist, Kate had even hired a crime-solving cat. Trouble was, far more than the cat's name was "Familiar... moreMills & Boon Intrigue series brings you stories filled with secrets & seduction... A FEAR FAMILIAR MYSTERY THE HEAT WAS ON Burning, scorching, searing heat that's what new sheriff Kate McArdle felt every time she encountered Silver City's fire chief, Jake Johnson. Which was often since a rash of arsons was forcing them to work together. Desperate to identify the arsonist, Kate had even hired a crime-solving cat. Trouble was, far more than the cat's name was "Familiar." Kate and Jake shared a sizzling past one form which Kate had fled years ago. But now, like a moth to a flame, she'd come home to a man who'd once chosen a ranch over her. To a man she still loved. And to a man who was not only the fire chief but Kate's chief suspect. "The wait is over Fear Familiar is back!" Kristine Rolofson, author of The Texan Takes a Wife less

Mills & Boon Intrigue series brings you stories filled with secrets & seduction... Fear Familiar Meet the coolest feline detective to ever take on mystery, mayhem and matchmaking! Follow her. In the midst of an undercover operation, Dan Carson should never have listened to a seeming message from a cat! But when a beautiful, secretive woman vanished from the Valentine charity event he'd sponsored, Dan sensed she was in danger . Strength. Power. Passion... moreMills & Boon Intrigue series brings you stories filled with secrets & seduction... Fear Familiar Meet the coolest feline detective to ever take on mystery, mayhem and matchmaking! Follow her. In the midst of an undercover operation, Dan Carson should never have listened to a seeming message from a cat! But when a beautiful, secretive woman vanished from the Valentine charity event he'd sponsored, Dan sensed she was in danger . Strength. Power. Passion. Impressions raced through Celeste Levert as she stared into Dan's deep blue eyes. He'd saved her from an attacker dare she accept his offer of protection? Dan would guard Celeste with his life but what she wanted was his heart. And if he learned the truth about her, that was one thing he would never offer . less

Mills & Boon Intrigue series brings you stories filled with secrets & seduction... Fear Familiar Meet the coolest feline detective to ever take on mystery, mayhem and matchmaking! Kidnapped by a sexy Santa! Sylvie West had stopped believing in Christmas miracles... moreMills & Boon Intrigue series brings you stories filled with secrets & seduction... Fear Familiar Meet the coolest feline detective to ever take on mystery, mayhem and matchmaking! Kidnapped by a sexy Santa! Sylvie West had stopped believing in Christmas miracles. Then the sexiest Santa she'd ever seen took her captive and demanded she help him save the holiday! One look in the mystery man's seductive gaze, and her "no" changed to "maybe " When Hunter Semmes disguised himself to recover sabotaged Christmas toys, he didn't plan on taking a tempting hostage! But now that Sylvie knew his secrets, he couldn't let her go. With the help of a familiar black cat, he'd keep her close for her own protection. But who would protect Hunter from Sylvie and the miracle of love? less

Every night, he slipped into her dreams Millionaire Duke Masonne had vanished years ago and was presumed dead. But Liza Hawkins never forgot her lover's face, his touch, and never gave up hope he would return. She saw Duke everywhere -- in her dreams, her paintings... and now, in crowded rooms. Friends feared she might be going crazy, but a little black cat meowed otherwise.... Duke had come to reclaim a past he couldn't remember from a villain he wouldn't recognize... moreEvery night, he slipped into her dreams Millionaire Duke Masonne had vanished years ago and was presumed dead. But Liza Hawkins never forgot her lover's face, his touch, and never gave up hope he would return. She saw Duke everywhere -- in her dreams, her paintings... and now, in crowded rooms. Friends feared she might be going crazy, but a little black cat meowed otherwise.... Duke had come to reclaim a past he couldn't remember from a villain he wouldn't recognize. Only the sultry heat of Liza's kisses seemed familiar. For a future with Liza, Duke had to draw his enemy into the open -- and expose the truth about the night he disappeared. A FEAR FAMILIAR MYSTERY: Join the coolest feline detective to ever take on mystery, mayhem, and matchmaking! less

MYSTERY BABY ON THE DOORSTEP! Patience and calmness under fire always got police detective Mel Haskin what he wanted. But he was fast losing both -- because of Lily Markey. The fiery-haired, jade-eyed reporter refused to tell him what she knew about the baby boy who'd appeared on a high-society doorstep. And what she knew could get her killed. So Mel vowed to stick to Lily as closely as the black cat who followed her everywhere. Because his badge demanded it.. moreMYSTERY BABY ON THE DOORSTEP! Patience and calmness under fire always got police detective Mel Haskin what he wanted. But he was fast losing both -- because of Lily Markey. The fiery-haired, jade-eyed reporter refused to tell him what she knew about the baby boy who'd appeared on a high-society doorstep. And what she knew could get her killed. So Mel vowed to stick to Lily as closely as the black cat who followed her everywhere. Because his badge demanded it... or was it his heart? Fear Familiar: Meet the coolest feline detective to ever take on mystery, mayhem and matchmaking! less

Proud and fierce as the windswept sands he ruled, Omar Dukhan was sworn to protect his people and to guard their ancient secret. To keep lovely scientist Beth Bradshaw from exposing it, he became her desert guide. But when Beth's life was threatened, Omar swept her to his desert hideaway and into his protection -- with a little help from a strange black cat! Falling for her mysterious guide had been foolish. Falling for a desert king was hopeless. Yet Beth's desire for Omar knew no rules... moreProud and fierce as the windswept sands he ruled, Omar Dukhan was sworn to protect his people and to guard their ancient secret. To keep lovely scientist Beth Bradshaw from exposing it, he became her desert guide. But when Beth's life was threatened, Omar swept her to his desert hideaway and into his protection -- with a little help from a strange black cat! Falling for her mysterious guide had been foolish. Falling for a desert king was hopeless. Yet Beth's desire for Omar knew no rules. Whoever he was, she was his to command -- for as long as he kept her alive.... Fear Familiar: Desert Mysteries less

Amelia Corbet rushed into the desert to save her sister and wound up a captive! But not for long. First a strange black cat appeared, followed by a dark rescuer with the eyes of a hawk and a fierce embrace that stirred her deepest longings. But was Harad Dukhan's intent to save her -- or to capture Amelia for himself? The city-bred beauty was a thorn in Harad's side -- until he held her in his arms. Now he couldn't let her go. Amelia was a pawn in a deadly plot against his family... moreAmelia Corbet rushed into the desert to save her sister and wound up a captive! But not for long. First a strange black cat appeared, followed by a dark rescuer with the eyes of a hawk and a fierce embrace that stirred her deepest longings. But was Harad Dukhan's intent to save her -- or to capture Amelia for himself? The city-bred beauty was a thorn in Harad's side -- until he held her in his arms. Now he couldn't let her go. Amelia was a pawn in a deadly plot against his family. If keeping her near would save her life, this desert captive might yet become his desert bride! Fear Familiar: Desert Mysteries less

PICTURE PURRRFECT Someone wanted gorgeous stunt double Nicole Paul out of the picture in more ways than one. Except Familiar, the crime-solving black cat, knew only her rugged boss, Jax McClure, believed she was being framed for a jewel theft. But with Jax's wary heart and Nicole's family secrets, Familiar had his paws full for sure! Yet while the curious cat was a comfort to Nicole, it was Jax's solid, steady presence that she needed to face terrifying accusations... morePICTURE PURRRFECT Someone wanted gorgeous stunt double Nicole Paul out of the picture in more ways than one. Except Familiar, the crime-solving black cat, knew only her rugged boss, Jax McClure, believed she was being framed for a jewel theft. But with Jax's wary heart and Nicole's family secrets, Familiar had his paws full for sure! Yet while the curious cat was a comfort to Nicole, it was Jax's solid, steady presence that she needed to face terrifying accusations. It was in his arms that she found total safety...and simmering passion. But could they prevent the real thief from getting away with murder? FEAR FAMILIAR less

Hank Dalton couldn't resist a damsel in distress - and beautiful city-slicker-turned-rancher Stephanie Chisholm certainly fit the bill. She'd come home to Pecos, Texas, to settle her aunt and uncle's ranch estate, but when she learned their deaths were no accident, she became the next target. Unable to deny the protective instincts she aroused, Hank vowed to keep Stephanie safe day... and night... moreHank Dalton couldn't resist a damsel in distress - and beautiful city-slicker-turned-rancher Stephanie Chisholm certainly fit the bill. She'd come home to Pecos, Texas, to settle her aunt and uncle's ranch estate, but when she learned their deaths were no accident, she became the next target. Unable to deny the protective instincts she aroused, Hank vowed to keep Stephanie safe day... and night. But could joining forces with a familiar black feline help him and Stephanie find the killer before the killer caught them? less

Mills & Boon Intrigue series brings you stories filled with secrets & seduction... FAMILIAR ALWAYS KNOWS BEST! Molly Harper's sister had been killed and her baby niece had been kidnapped. Now, the only man she could depend on to help her solve the crime and bring Baby Kate to safety was Thomas Lakewood. Trouble was, Thomas was the prime suspect. But Molly and Familiar were convinced he was innocent... moreMills & Boon Intrigue series brings you stories filled with secrets & seduction... FAMILIAR ALWAYS KNOWS BEST! Molly Harper's sister had been killed and her baby niece had been kidnapped. Now, the only man she could depend on to help her solve the crime and bring Baby Kate to safety was Thomas Lakewood. Trouble was, Thomas was the prime suspect. But Molly and Familiar were convinced he was innocent. And in a race against time, could Molly, Thomas and Familiar join forces to clear his name and find Baby Kate before their chances for a future were destroyed forever? less

ALL THEIR BICKERING... I SENSED SEXUAL TENSION... AND MORE OBSERVATIONS FROM FAMILIAR, THE BLACK CAT DETECTIVE I took on this case when a beautiful, headstrong photographer accidentally blew the cover of a federally protected witness. In stepped rogue cop Lucas West, and the two were in for a high-noon duel with some scary killers. But whose paw really steered the getaway car? It amazed me to see the bipeds fighting their instincts to care for each other... moreALL THEIR BICKERING... I SENSED SEXUAL TENSION... AND MORE OBSERVATIONS FROM FAMILIAR, THE BLACK CAT DETECTIVE I took on this case when a beautiful, headstrong photographer accidentally blew the cover of a federally protected witness. In stepped rogue cop Lucas West, and the two were in for a high-noon duel with some scary killers. But whose paw really steered the getaway car? It amazed me to see the bipeds fighting their instincts to care for each other. Why couldn't they see what really matters in life? It's not like they have nine of them! less

Good thing I have nine lives.... But it's too bad Stephanie Ryan doesn't have as many lives as me. The humanoid horse gentler is up to her pretty neck in trouble--thanks to drifter cowboy Johnny Kreel. He shows up, and just like that, someone tries to kill her. Stranded on her ranch in Nowhere, South Dakota, she's a sitting duck. I'll just bet my next meal that dark-side Johnny knows more than he's telling... moreGood thing I have nine lives.... But it's too bad Stephanie Ryan doesn't have as many lives as me. The humanoid horse gentler is up to her pretty neck in trouble--thanks to drifter cowboy Johnny Kreel. He shows up, and just like that, someone tries to kill her. Stranded on her ranch in Nowhere, South Dakota, she's a sitting duck. I'll just bet my next meal that dark-side Johnny knows more than he's telling. And unless my green eyes deceive me, are those sparks between them? Good thing for Stephanie I'm Familiar, Black Cat Detective. I haven't met a case I couldn't solve...yet. less