WindSwept Narrows Series by Karen Nichols

The WindSwept Narrows. A new social experiment about to be created by people with money and a social conscience.The more people drawn in, the larger things grow. Logan Sheffield didn't look at the name plate outside the room he'd chosen to live in while the resort casino was being finished. He didn't think twice before taking off at a dead run when he heard the scream and the gunshot. And he refused to hear the conscience warning him about rescuing redheads from the beach... moreThe WindSwept Narrows. A new social experiment about to be created by people with money and a social conscience.The more people drawn in, the larger things grow. Logan Sheffield didn't look at the name plate outside the room he'd chosen to live in while the resort casino was being finished. He didn't think twice before taking off at a dead run when he heard the scream and the gunshot. And he refused to hear the conscience warning him about rescuing redheads from the beach. Please - remember that this is part of a long, exciting series of friendship and romance. It might not end where you like, but it will continue in the next enticing segment. Follow along in the journey. Enjoy! less

Cassidy Parker met Mac Lawson in her favorite MMO - playing games, chatting and eventually shifting to voice chat. That was six months ago. Now. Finally. They live in the same area, both have new jobs and make an arrangement to meet. Face to face. If Cassidy doesn't chicken out. Abigal Murray loved her work. She loved sorting through a person's personality and fitting them into the perfect position with the new resort and casino, The WindSwept Narrows... moreCassidy Parker met Mac Lawson in her favorite MMO - playing games, chatting and eventually shifting to voice chat. That was six months ago. Now. Finally. They live in the same area, both have new jobs and make an arrangement to meet. Face to face. If Cassidy doesn't chicken out. Abigal Murray loved her work. She loved sorting through a person's personality and fitting them into the perfect position with the new resort and casino, The WindSwept Narrows. She hadn't made plans to get tingly because of an applicant on a motorcycle. But then, she hadn't planned to be hanging twenty plus feet off the sand while on a simple walk in the park. Or have the motorcycle guy appear out of nowhere and catch her. Mia Santori was embarking on a new adventure. She was responsible for the two restaurants that would be opening at The WindSwept Narrows Resort & Casino. As well as the employee cafeteria. With so much to do, how could she find time for a three year old and her muscled landscaping father? No, she mused, how could she not. Woven together, the three women learn to juggle work and men and not always in the perfect order or with predictable outcomes. less

Emily Temple woke up sitting in her car in one of the lush, green parks along the Puget Sound. Her head ached and she couldn't remember a thing. The first thing she saw when she left the park, was the towering and brand new, WindSwept Narrows. A happy coincidence. Because she had nothing inside her memory that told her anything about herself. She didn't know how she got there or even where she was. But instinct told her it was where she wanted to be.

The start of the masquerade charity auctions in the Pacific Northwest and Alice was going to the ball. Contrary to her name, she really didn't intend to fall down the rabbit hole. Then coincidence stepped into her path and sent her into the arms of her very own prince charming. Before the night was over, she'd lose more than a glass slipper. But what would she find to replace it? Please remember that while this is a series, it is a stand alone romance... moreThe start of the masquerade charity auctions in the Pacific Northwest and Alice was going to the ball. Contrary to her name, she really didn't intend to fall down the rabbit hole. Then coincidence stepped into her path and sent her into the arms of her very own prince charming. Before the night was over, she'd lose more than a glass slipper. But what would she find to replace it? Please remember that while this is a series, it is a stand alone romance. Alice will lead you on an adventure true to her name with a lot of laughter and romance. The story of the reclamation will continues in the next segment, Hannah Taylor. Please leave me a review when you've read the story - hopefully a really good one! less

Dark eyes and glasses, her head always bent and reading something as she moved purposefully through the admin halls of the WindSwept Narrows Resort and Casino, Sophie Addison was always preoccupied. Even attending the masked ball as the Baroness from an animated series, her thoughts were splintered. Then she met someone masquerading as a dashing hero scoundrel. Monday morning had her heading back to work, professional and efficient... moreDark eyes and glasses, her head always bent and reading something as she moved purposefully through the admin halls of the WindSwept Narrows Resort and Casino, Sophie Addison was always preoccupied. Even attending the masked ball as the Baroness from an animated series, her thoughts were splintered. Then she met someone masquerading as a dashing hero scoundrel. Monday morning had her heading back to work, professional and efficient. Head bent and frowning as she walked, barely noticing people as she worked either the phone or the iPad in her hands. But someone had noticed her and it wasn't in a good way. less

Evelyn Hastings had been in too many places she shouldn't have been. She'd seen too many things she wished she could erase from her memories. But now all she wanted was a baby of her own. He wanted a piece of property she owned. It seemed a reasonable exchange to her. Please remember this is one in a long series and will flow into the next segment, Francine Kendall. Enjoy! Please leave me a review when you've read the story - hopefully a really good one!

Donovan Banner was new to the WindSwept Narrows Resort and Casino. Accustomed to business attire, watching the barefoot woman wearing dresses from Victorian England was throwing off his normally calm, disciplined self. Not wearing shoes was bad enough, but she was always running, zipping around the underground passages, long blonde hair flying behind her. It didn't take him long to realize that what he saw wasn't all there was to know... moreDonovan Banner was new to the WindSwept Narrows Resort and Casino. Accustomed to business attire, watching the barefoot woman wearing dresses from Victorian England was throwing off his normally calm, disciplined self. Not wearing shoes was bad enough, but she was always running, zipping around the underground passages, long blonde hair flying behind her. It didn't take him long to realize that what he saw wasn't all there was to know. Francine Kendall is training to be a midwife, loses her shoes and can never remember that it takes time to make it from one appointment to another as she runs the passages beneath the Casino and health care center. Getting embroiled in the drama of one of her patients is just another day at the office. less

Eloise planned on a quiet play weekend with a three year old. Next thing she knew, she was being kidnapped. Morgan knew the interview had gone well and already had his clothing packed to move north and begin work on the new charter schools attached to the WindSwept Narrows Resort and Casino. He was headed back to Portland and stopped to fuel up. Next thing he knew, he discovered a blonde and a child in the backseat of his SUV. When coincidence hands you a fantasy, what's a man to do?

Mariah Peyton had spent years in college and med school. More years in the military on a medical ship in the Gulf. She didn't know what she was looking for, but a bright and shiny blonde elf in Christmas red crying in the back seat of a car at the gas pump, wasn't it. She always found it amazing. Lower the zipper on the leather jacket, lean in a bit, show some cleavage and the fool immediately forgot about the woman crying in his backseat... moreMariah Peyton had spent years in college and med school. More years in the military on a medical ship in the Gulf. She didn't know what she was looking for, but a bright and shiny blonde elf in Christmas red crying in the back seat of a car at the gas pump, wasn't it. She always found it amazing. Lower the zipper on the leather jacket, lean in a bit, show some cleavage and the fool immediately forgot about the woman crying in his backseat. She was very grateful for her concealed weapons permit. less

Christmas Eve. Musical recitals and long lost relatives. It's always a magical time of the year. And this one will be no exception. What could possibly go wrong? Then Danielle wanted to walk in the snow. Before she knew it, she was in the backseat of a limo, pounding kicking and screaming at the top of her lungs. The boss wanted to see her. But she didn't know who the boss was! The season of miracles brings love, laughter and relatives when she thought she had none.

Three friends with a history and a future with the WindSwept Narrows. Nico found Charity leaning against a car fender in the cold of January, unable to remember anything but the bright lights of fireflies flitting around in her head. Faith thought she was over him. Then the wolf showed up at breakfast. Only he didn't bring food with him. Hope loved running and memorized her trail. When she came to the large old house, too many things were off... moreThree friends with a history and a future with the WindSwept Narrows. Nico found Charity leaning against a car fender in the cold of January, unable to remember anything but the bright lights of fireflies flitting around in her head. Faith thought she was over him. Then the wolf showed up at breakfast. Only he didn't bring food with him. Hope loved running and memorized her trail. When she came to the large old house, too many things were off. The last thing she expected to do that night was kill a man. With a frying pan. less

When family traditions and doing the right thing clash, Daphne finds herself right in the middle. And fighting it every inch of the way. In an age of enlightenment, how can someone get away with not selling property to someone because of their ethnicity?She was furious but her solution is going to come with a price she didn't see coming. Not even in her wildest fantasies.

She played racquetball and worked as an accountant. He owned a very large portion of the reclamation, had a driver and a delicious Irish accent. Ryan believes one night with Rose and he'll have her out of his system for good. The best laid plans.....

A double romance! Anna & Aaron Carson were twins. Genius twins who were reading and writing at the age of four. That summer, their parents were taken to prison for drug distribution and their grandparents moved them to a new home. At the age of fourteen, they walked away from the house and began a new life, hiding form the people who had used them since before they were born. Now at the age of thirty-three, someone from their past is looking to close the doors on all things yesterday.

Pepper Ambrose had spent most of life trying to understand why her father hated her. He was a minister. It never made sense. Nothing she did made a difference so she left. Blended and vanished, running from the anger and meanness that had been the first few years of her life. But there were family secrets no one had bothered to mention, especially her father. He always seemed to know when she made new male friends... morePepper Ambrose had spent most of life trying to understand why her father hated her. He was a minister. It never made sense. Nothing she did made a difference so she left. Blended and vanished, running from the anger and meanness that had been the first few years of her life. But there were family secrets no one had bothered to mention, especially her father. He always seemed to know when she made new male friends. Always seemed to appear out of no where and somehow damage her relationships and the men in them. Until she met Chase Montgomery. No one got in his way of what he wanted, especially not the father of his future bride. less

Paige can honestly admit to have seriously better days than the one she was having that had her holding a gun on her new boss. Add to that the Harley he rode, and he was a seriously intelligent bad-boy who was convinced she was a danger to herself and much too helpless to investigate the lights flickering around the old grainary at night. Some things were better not mentioned in the office, she decided.

Lacie Barton always believed she had an open-mind. But when the wolf, yes a real wolf, began watching her just on the other side of the fence at the outskirts of the WindSwept Narrows property, she finally admitted to herself that was a little odd. But not nearly as odd as the man who appeared out of nowhere with hair as dark as the wolf's pelt and just as smooth. Or the eyes that seemed to take in more than she'd been willing to share with another before... moreLacie Barton always believed she had an open-mind. But when the wolf, yes a real wolf, began watching her just on the other side of the fence at the outskirts of the WindSwept Narrows property, she finally admitted to herself that was a little odd. But not nearly as odd as the man who appeared out of nowhere with hair as dark as the wolf's pelt and just as smooth. Or the eyes that seemed to take in more than she'd been willing to share with another before. She was accustomed to keeping secrets that he wanted to unravel. less

Fleur Delacort was a chef who loved her job and enjoyed her new adventure: working with her cousin in the newly flourishing WindSwept Narrows Resort and Casino. Hiding in the bushes to avoid a younger man who wouldn't take no for an answer was something she'd never imagined she'd be doing. Liliana believed in happy ever after when she fell, literally, over Oliver Kensington... moreFleur Delacort was a chef who loved her job and enjoyed her new adventure: working with her cousin in the newly flourishing WindSwept Narrows Resort and Casino. Hiding in the bushes to avoid a younger man who wouldn't take no for an answer was something she'd never imagined she'd be doing. Liliana believed in happy ever after when she fell, literally, over Oliver Kensington. The very last thing she ever imagined was looking over her shoulder as she rode off in a cap, escaping New York and all it held, especially her husband. It's International week at the Narrows and Liliana is the best pastry chef in the area with tons of jobs needing done for tons of special events. And into the middle of the daycare, holding his daughter, was Oliver Kensington. less

Charlotte Bell owned a coffee shop called Bell's Brews; Natalie Templeton was a detective temporarily assigned to missing persons. Charlotte loves playing video games at the WindSwept Narrows Arcade, forming a team to challenge others online with her friend, Faith. They found a pair of players who happened to be new to the area and were also brother and sister, twins. When their father finds out, he's still reconciling the use of online games to meet people when he visits the coffee shop... moreCharlotte Bell owned a coffee shop called Bell's Brews; Natalie Templeton was a detective temporarily assigned to missing persons. Charlotte loves playing video games at the WindSwept Narrows Arcade, forming a team to challenge others online with her friend, Faith. They found a pair of players who happened to be new to the area and were also brother and sister, twins. When their father finds out, he's still reconciling the use of online games to meet people when he visits the coffee shop. But it turns out that too many people are interested in Charlotte. Enough so that Natalie Templeton, Lieutenant with the local police has to get involved. less

Erika Vincent just wasn't sure when she'd lost control of her life. After years of school with no real place to call her own, what things she owned were in her room at her parents house. Somehow, in the middle or applying for licenses, she had a fiance she couldn't seem to get rid of. When a mixture of events does more than disturb her, she needs space. No better place for some fresh air and space, than Puget Sound. And the small sandwich shop less than a mile from the beach was perfect... moreErika Vincent just wasn't sure when she'd lost control of her life. After years of school with no real place to call her own, what things she owned were in her room at her parents house. Somehow, in the middle or applying for licenses, she had a fiance she couldn't seem to get rid of. When a mixture of events does more than disturb her, she needs space. No better place for some fresh air and space, than Puget Sound. And the small sandwich shop less than a mile from the beach was perfect. Or so she thought. Vianne Summers is a video journalist and the romantic interest of Tanner Clayton, the 3rd owner of the BDSM Club, Independence. And has been pursuing her since he was seventeen. He's about to reel her in....or maybe rope is a better word. She'd done stories about BDSM...but it wasn't quite the same thing as entering the club and seeing it...feeling it...living it... less

Molly Fielding believed the past should remain there. She left it there on purpose and with a deliberate act that would brand her a delinquent. Then the past came calling in the form of two men wearing designer suits and asking questions of people from her previous life. They asked enough questions to make it to the senior staff meeting at the WindSwept Narrows Casino and Resort... moreMolly Fielding believed the past should remain there. She left it there on purpose and with a deliberate act that would brand her a delinquent. Then the past came calling in the form of two men wearing designer suits and asking questions of people from her previous life. They asked enough questions to make it to the senior staff meeting at the WindSwept Narrows Casino and Resort. That’s how Natasha Banks, a security investigator for the WindSwept Narrows, ended up on the plane for no-where Utah. Seated next to a sexy cowboy. When she was followed from the ruins of the burned out building where a private school had been, she became more than a little nervous. Surprise and a bad case of nerves made her plop down in the seat opposite the same sexy cowboy in the small diner in no-where Utah. less

Ben Murphy never planned to get shot. But thanks to Murphy’s Law, some things were designed to go awry. He honestly thought with Cassidy Parker-Lawson as back-up, bursting into a room on a man holding two naked women captive, with two dead men on the sofa of the WindSwept Narrows Casino and Resort, would be fairly easy... moreBen Murphy never planned to get shot. But thanks to Murphy’s Law, some things were designed to go awry. He honestly thought with Cassidy Parker-Lawson as back-up, bursting into a room on a man holding two naked women captive, with two dead men on the sofa of the WindSwept Narrows Casino and Resort, would be fairly easy. But when he met up with the gorgeous Spring Erickson again in the health center while having the bullet wound tended, he decided that maybe, just this once, Murphy’s Law was working on his side. Then things got complicated. less