To Love & Protect Series by Carrie Davis

He will protect his man...Ten years after Kellan Sutherland is assaulted and nearly murdered by a man obsessed with him, his nightmare returns when his attacker is unexpectedly released from jail.Sheriff Alexander Romano has known and loved Kellan for five years. He knows Kellan feels more for him than he'll admit, but despite being well aware of Alexander's feelings, Kellan won't allow anyone close, especially now when he's once again the focus of a stalker's deadly intentions... moreHe will protect his man...Ten years after Kellan Sutherland is assaulted and nearly murdered by a man obsessed with him, his nightmare returns when his attacker is unexpectedly released from jail.Sheriff Alexander Romano has known and loved Kellan for five years. He knows Kellan feels more for him than he'll admit, but despite being well aware of Alexander's feelings, Kellan won't allow anyone close, especially now when he's once again the focus of a stalker's deadly intentions. Regardless of any potential threats, Alexander is determined to protect the man he loves, even if he has to prove himself to Kellan to do it. less

Is it truly better to have loved and lost?At eighteen, Garrett Lennox is openly gay. His mother is his biggest supporter. Under the pretext of becoming Ozborne Hunter’s tutor in Biology, Garrett is finding it more and more difficult to keep his attraction to the star athlete a secret. Oz isn’t gay.When they meet up for their first tutoring session, Oz admits he’s interested in Garrett but ‘coming out’ is impossible with his homophobic father... moreIs it truly better to have loved and lost?At eighteen, Garrett Lennox is openly gay. His mother is his biggest supporter. Under the pretext of becoming Ozborne Hunter’s tutor in Biology, Garrett is finding it more and more difficult to keep his attraction to the star athlete a secret. Oz isn’t gay.When they meet up for their first tutoring session, Oz admits he’s interested in Garrett but ‘coming out’ is impossible with his homophobic father.Garrett and Oz find ways to be together and keep their relationship on the down low. Plans for their ‘first time’ go horribly wrong when they're attacked for their relationship, leaving Oz badly injured. After the assault, Oz suddenly disappears and Garrett is devastated. He is determined not to give up the man he loves and vows to find him.Seven years later, the potential early release of one of the attackers brings Oz and Garrett back to their hometown of Cedar Point. They discover that real love and heartbreak isn't something easily left behind. They may have a chance at a future, but first the past must be laid to rest.*The books in the To Love & Protect series can be read standalone.* less

One man can teach him to trust...Thirteen years after the bloodshed and loss that ended Otto Becham’s first love affair, the memories still haunt him. His past forces him to keep everyone at an emotional distance, to protect himself from harm at all costs. Anything more is simply not in his future. That is, until his boss, Prescott Worthington, tempts Otto into giving in to his attraction... moreOne man can teach him to trust...Thirteen years after the bloodshed and loss that ended Otto Becham’s first love affair, the memories still haunt him. His past forces him to keep everyone at an emotional distance, to protect himself from harm at all costs. Anything more is simply not in his future. That is, until his boss, Prescott Worthington, tempts Otto into giving in to his attraction.Just when Prescott thinks he has a chance at earning Otto’s trust, Otto’s past returns with a vengeance, bringing his worst nightmares to life... But Prescott Worthington's Grammy didn't raise a quitter, and he won’t give up that easily. less

An unexpected second chance...Ten years ago, Felix Wheland, inheriting son to one of the most influential and prestigious families in the state, followed his father’s expectations instead of his heart. Wyatt Davenport had been the one great love of his young life, and Felix let him walk away.After the sudden death of his uncle, Wyatt is back in Asheville. He intends to get in and get out, without running into the man who broke his heart.Felix has other plans... moreAn unexpected second chance...Ten years ago, Felix Wheland, inheriting son to one of the most influential and prestigious families in the state, followed his father’s expectations instead of his heart. Wyatt Davenport had been the one great love of his young life, and Felix let him walk away.After the sudden death of his uncle, Wyatt is back in Asheville. He intends to get in and get out, without running into the man who broke his heart.Felix has other plans. If luck is on his side, he may just get a second chance for the life—and love—he always wanted. less

Risking it all for love...Isaiah Wright is content with his solitary life, successfully staying sober and coping with being HIV positive. He operates his own business with his best friend, Avery, and spends his free time volunteering at a local homeless shelter. Isaiah’s carefully crafted routine is shaken when he meets Jaden Kennedy, and Isaiah isn't sure he can adjust. Life is about risk—he knows better than most—but if he doesn't overcome his fears, he'll lose the man he has come to love.

Sacrifice is the truest kind of love...Asher Whitehill made a new life for himself, hiding from his family's dark secrets, but his past still haunts him, and the possibilities of the future terrify him beyond measure. Desperate to atone for his father's sins, Asher keeps everyone in his life at arm's length, including Christian Cross, the police officer he loves... moreSacrifice is the truest kind of love...Asher Whitehill made a new life for himself, hiding from his family's dark secrets, but his past still haunts him, and the possibilities of the future terrify him beyond measure. Desperate to atone for his father's sins, Asher keeps everyone in his life at arm's length, including Christian Cross, the police officer he loves.Now the murders have started again, and this time Asher may be left with no choice other than to surrender everything—even himself—to keep Christian safe from the demented plans of a madman. less

A fire in his blood stops him cold…Cassius Preston ran hard and fast to escape the scandal of his life, but all that running comes to an abrupt halt when he meets Nash Lamont and sparks fly.Cassius and Nash may have found each other, but jealous friends, old lovers, and heartaches that never healed threaten them both now.Can they overcome the past and find their way to a real future together?

Love or lies?All Gavin Chandler wants is to leave his past far behind him. It’s taken him a long time to learn to let go of the guilt of his childhood, to finally believe that none of it was his fault. Leaving behind the father who abused him is one of the best things he’s ever done and he refuses to go back to that less than happy life.The ex-con has a lot going on in his life and he’s finally on the road to happiness... moreLove or lies?All Gavin Chandler wants is to leave his past far behind him. It’s taken him a long time to learn to let go of the guilt of his childhood, to finally believe that none of it was his fault. Leaving behind the father who abused him is one of the best things he’s ever done and he refuses to go back to that less than happy life.The ex-con has a lot going on in his life and he’s finally on the road to happiness. Romance isn’t even on his radar… until Braxton Irving walks in and Gavin finds he can’t deny his interest. After weeks of building up his courage, he finally asks Braxton out.Braxton’s feelings for Gavin are real but he hasn’t been completely honest about his motivation for coming to the coffee shop that day. His deception may just bring Gavin’s old life crashing back around him, and he’s not sure he can ever put those shattered pieces back together again.Will their relationship survive when Gavin learns it started on a lie? less