Melissa Pearl

An ominous darkness spreads across the land.. but then a star begins to fall, awakening an ancient prophecy and sending two seekers on a treacherous journey into the unknown. The fate of the world now rests in the hands of a feisty princess and the lowly hunter who secretly loves her... An epic friends-to-lovers fantasy novel filled with action, adventure, hope and heartache.★★★★★ "The author created such a realistic and believable world, that I was unable to put the book down. I felt like I was right there with the characters, going on the journey of a lifetime." Helena F., Book reviewer.★★★★★ "The whole trilogy read like a movie. The imagery fired the imagination. The action was non-stop. The emotional buy-in was top-rate." Elaine H. Renfro, Book reviewer

It was supposed to be a seamless robbery. In and out without a trace. But then Police Chief Marks walked through the door... Stealing is all Leah knows. She's good at what she does-she was trained to be the best-but that all changes when she's caught red-handed by a cop. Cuffed in the back of a police car, she soon realizes her screw-up means she'll pay a heavy price... Kellan has to tread carefully with the teenage girl he caught robbing his parents' house. Not just because she's a minor and she's terrified, but because she is a painful reminder of the daughter he lost. He's determined to help her, but he's going to need backup in the form of one very attractive social worker... Melina jumps at any chance she can to work with Kellan. The man's a locked box she's been trying to break open for years. Haunted by the disappearance of his own daughter, Melina thinks this case might be exactly what Kellan needs to deal with the demons of his past... But nothing goes according to plan. When the station is attacked and someone breaks Leah out of jail, Kellan and Melina realize there's much more to this girl than meets the eye. Suddenly, Kellan is right back where he started, hunting for a lost child. Will he find this one in time, or is it too late to rescue her? If you like relatable characters, heart-warming romance and gripping suspense, then you'll love Daylight Robbery. Get it now and escape into the mystery today.

Camila has spent the last ten years trying to leave her dark past behind...but when Alex turns up on her doorstep, she's forced to face the one person she couldn't forget. Growing up on the tough streets of the city taught Cam a few things, especially about love. Don't listen to your heart, because it will always let you down. Listen to your head instead. She's lived by that motto as a detective with the Aspen Falls police department. Cool-headed and calm, she's solved plenty of cases through sheer grit and determination. But when Alex, a ghost from her past, shows up in her home, her resolve falters. He's clearly on the run and up to no good, but there's just one problem. She loved him once...and her head can't convince her heart that anything has changed. Especially when she realizes just how much trouble he's in. The last thing Alex wants to do is put Cam in danger. The woman he loved years ago, the woman he purposely left behind, deserves better. But fate has other plans. Injured and alone, he shows up on her doorstep, knowing exactly what he needs: a safe place to stay and a plan to get out from under the myriad of people who want him dead. But he knows something else, too. His feelings for Cam never changed. And showing up at her door could be the worst thing he's ever done. Because, this time, he might lose her forever. If you like gritty, heart-wrenching romantic suspense then you'll love this new Aspen Falls Novel. Get it now and start reading this thrill-ride today.

The drowning wasn't an accident. Instinct is telling him to look deeper. To find the story... Jarrett is a good reporter. He knows a front-page story when he sees one. When a woman is found dead on the banks of the river, the police assume it was accidental. But Jarrett thinks otherwise, and sets out on a mission to uncover the truth. A mission that involves a certain beautiful cop. Jessica is a good cop. She keeps her head down and does her job, desperate to prove herself, especially to the person that matters most. The person who was ripped from her life so many years ago. But she is restless, fighting the desire growing inside of her to do more than just follow orders. When their paths cross, both are driven to find answers about the woman's death. The further their investigation goes, the more they discover, and Jarrett and Jessica soon realize that the case goes far deeper than a simple drowning. Digging for answers exposes new risks, posing a threat to both their jobs, their lives...and their feelings for each other. You'll love Dire Straits, because of its simmering romance, intriguing mystery and explosive conclusion. Get it now and get lost in the story today.

Caitlyn always cruised through life, not being the type to ruffle feathers or involve herself in high school drama. That is, until a chance encounter with a homeless man changes everything. Suddenly, Caitlyn can see past the masks people wear. Now, life isn't as simple as she imagined: her best friend doesn't care about her, her boyfriend is only after one thing, and the hot surfer next door might be the only person she can trust. Soon she realizes that her high school is filled with secrets...some very sinister ones. Unable to ignore her new gift, Caitlyn embarks on a mission to learn why one of her friends suddenly appears terrified, but masks her fear with a bright, smiling veneer. Will Caitlyn's new ability lead her into hot water? Or, is her newfound vision a blessing that will expose her friends' true colors? If you like realistic characters, intriguing mystery and a simmering romance that will melt your heart, then this novel is just for you. Get it now and escape to Pali High where every face tells a different story.

Caitlyn can always see the truth behind people's lies. But what happens when she sees something that could hurt the guy she loves? Eric knew getting involved with a girl who could read people was risky, but he couldn't help himself. Caitlyn is gorgeous and he loves being with her. Things have been going great...until she tells Eric that his step-brother and star basketball player, Connor, is doing drugs. Having looked up to the guy for years, Eric can't buy it. Things only get worse when Caitlyn starts to question the true nature of Eric's favorite teacher at UCLA. Their first year at college together was supposed to be amazing, but their relationship is off to a rocky start. Especially when Caitlyn refuses to deny what she's seen in order to keep her boyfriend happy. As more and more masks are peeled away, Caitlyn is thrown into a dangerous world where secrets are exposed and Eric once again has to decide whether dating Caitlyn is worth the risk. It doesn't take long for the young couple to realize that even those closest to them can be two-faced. Two Faced is packed with biting tension and a mystery that will test the bonds of love. Get it now and journey into a world of both deception and true honesty.

Caity's been stolen for what she can do. Can Eric save her before she's turned into one of the slaves she was trying to rescue? Her involvement with the FBI has attracted the unwanted attention of Santiago Gomez, a rich casino owner who intends to use Caity's talent to further his own business. Eric knew Caity didn't want to break up with him; her scribbled note left on his bed gave him a snippet of the truth she'd been hiding. Still reeling from his brush with death and the loss of his beloved grandfather, Eric throws himself into searching for his girlfriend. With help from a rogue FBI agent, Eric follows a tenuous lead to Las Vegas, not caring that his rescue attempt could bring him face-to-face with the same man who killed his grandfather and wants him dead as well. While Caity fights to survive the horrors of her slavery, Eric is thrust into a dangerous world that could cost him his life, along with Caity's. This explosive ending to the Masks series is packed with gripping tension and a nail-biting conclusion that you won't see coming. Get it now and journey with Eric as he tries to rescue Caity from the darkest force she's ever faced.

The FBI knows what she's capable of. Will they once again force her to risk her life to bring down a criminal? Agent Kaplan wants Caity to go undercover again for a secret operation that will bring her close to the sadistic Diego Mendez, a man believed to be involved in human trafficking. Forced into a role she doesn't want to play, Caity must draw close to Diego's daughter... to the dismay of her boyfriend, Eric, who can't understand why she's acting so differently. As Caity struggles to maintain her relationship with Eric and do her job, she finds herself pulled further into a dangerous world that could take away everything she holds dear. Will Eric learn the truth in time to save her? Or will the man with the eyes of a snake destroy their perfect romance? Snake Eyes is a dark mystery where Caity's tenacious strength will be put to the ultimate test. Get it now and escape into a sinister world where sacrifices must be made for the sake of innocent lives.

He can't let go of the past. And it might cost him a future with the woman he loves. Nate knows how to solve crimes. He's dedicated his entire life to the force, sacrificing everything in his desperate attempt to absolve himself of the guilt he feels over his own mother's unsolved death. Sally loves Nate, but three years of waiting for him has proven one thing: his career will always come first. Not her. Frustrated by his constant absence, Sally does the unthinkable. She walks away. Devastated by the break-up, Nate throws himself into a Jane Doe case. But he soon discovers that solving yet another crime does nothing to fill the hole inside him. To make matters worse, Sally is moving on and he doesn't know if he can ever win her back. But he has to try...especially when unforeseen circumstances put Sally's life in danger. Especially because he might be the only one who can save her. You'll love Dark Horse, because of its heart-wrenching romance, nail-biting tension and twists you won't see coming. Get it now and escape into the mystery today.

Her brother is dead. And she's determined to find out why... Alaina's brother would never commit suicide. But the police have already closed the case. So who can Alaina turn to for help? Aspen Falls's only private eye. Lucas isn't convinced there's much of a case. But he needs the money, and he's not about to turn down a beautiful woman. But has he underestimated the investigation? Threats, both real and imagined, materialize and Lucas must decide just how far he's willing to go...for the truth, and for the woman he thinks he's falling in love with. You'll love Dead Set, because of its strong, relatable characters, simmering romance and a mystery that has you guessing until the end. Get it now and escape to the small town of Aspen Falls today.

She has to run. She has to hide. But is there any place he can't find her? On the run from her drug-dealing ex, Rosie is forced to return to the one place she swore she'd never go back to-Aspen Falls. But it's a place to lay low until the nightmare blows over. Or is it? When she's pulled over by Officer Blaine Hartford, she comes face to face with her past. Will she have the courage to tell him everything or are her secrets too ugly to share? If Blaine finds out what she's done, he could ruin her. Or could he be the one man to ultimately save her? You'll love Dead of Winter for its spine-tingling romance, gripping tension and small town characters. Get it now and start an exhilarating series of love outside the law today.

It's time for Lucy to stop running...and fight back. Lucy Tate has spent the last five years on the run. That is, until she met Zach, the one guy she couldn't bear to leave even though it could cost both of them their lives. Hunted by a crooked FBI agent who killed her parents, Lucy has taken on one disguise after the next. But Zach knows exactly who she is and in spite of mounting evidence indicating her guilt in her parents' deaths, he knows she's innocent. Convinced that it's time to put her years on the run behind her, Zach and Lucy vow to fight back, clear her name, and take down the real killer. With support from Zach's loyal friends and his uncle, an investigative reporter, they set out on a dangerous mission hoping that the truth...will set them free. Set Me Free is the final book in the Fugitive Series-simmering duet novels packed with intrigue and suspense. If you like high-adrenaline page-turners, tenacious characters and a love that will ultimately win, then these Fugitive novels are perfect for you. Buy Set Me Free and start reading this heart-thrilling romance today

The fugitive has finally met someone she can't run away from... Lucy Tate is on the run. After witnessing the murder of her parents, she's spent five years in hiding - taking on different personas and faking her way through life. The authorities can't be trusted, so she remains in the shadows, always one beat ahead of the man who is forever hunting her. That is, until she meets Zach Schultz, a senior at Monte Vista High and the one guy she can't bear to leave. Suddenly her natural instincts to lie, cheat, and run are overshadowed by something else...the desire to stay and perhaps, love. It's her one shot at a normal life. Curious by nature, Zach is immediately drawn to the new girl at school. How can a person look both confident and vulnerable all in the same moment? Determined to figure Lucy out, he sets out to unravel the mystery that is her and soon finds himself caught up in a cat and mouse game. For the first time in his life he is faced with the reality that the truth can no longer set him free...if anything, it's going to get him killed. I Know Lucy is the first book in the Fugitive Series-simmering duet novels packed with intrigue and suspense. If you like high-adrenaline mysteries, relatable characters and a love worth fighting for then the Fugitive novels are perfect for you. Buy I Know Lucy and start reading this heart-thrilling romance today

They were best friends, then lovers... then nothing at all. But when they reconnect in a snowy airport four years later, can a trip across the country fix what was broken years before? Nixon: I never thought I'd see Charlie again, but there she is... looking as vibrant and lovable as I remember. But she broke my heart-left me without so much as a goodbye. I've moved on now. I can't go back. Why does she have to be so irresistible? And why do I feel most like myself whenever I'm around her? If I let her in, will she just break my heart all over again? Charlie: I can't ever admit why I ran away after we got together that summer. It would crush Nixon, and I won't be responsible for breaking up his family. But maybe a road trip across the country will give me a chance to finally show him that he'll always mean the world to me... that I would do anything to turn back time and undo what I did. Because whether I like it or not, Nixon will own my heart forever. He's my best friend, my soulmate-the only guy I've ever wanted... Rather Be is a friends-to-lovers, second chance romance that comes with its own playlist. You are guaranteed a sweet and spicy love story with a happy ending. Be prepared for road trip antics, laugh out loud moments and a soulmate connection that will steal your heart. ★★★★★ "This was an endearing, delightful, second chance romance that has found its place on my READ AGAIN E-SHELF " Bobo's Book Bank★★★★★ "A novel that will hook you from the beginning & reel you in til the end. With some laugh out loud moments & sexy spicy moments...and a perfectly done epilogue at the end. I highly recommend reading this inspiring novel." Sophie Koufes

She's a loner for a reason... but when she's asked to take care of her estranged, orphaned nephew she can't say no. Can the help of a kind-hearted counselor and this heartbroken boy finally give her the courage to face her past demons and learn to love again? Cassie: Foster care stole more from me than I will ever admit. It's easier to shut out the world and stay within the safety of my job at the library and my tidy, little bungalow. But then I get a desperate call from a sister I never thought I'd see again. She's dying. She wants me to take her kid. The thought of that boy going into foster care is too much. But I don't know what the hell I'm doing. How do I give him the life he deserves when I barely know how to take care of myself? Felix: I can't think of anything worse than moving in with my weird aunt. I miss Mom and don't know how to deal with this constant ache in my chest and stomach. The only person I don't mind so much is Troy-the counselor who's been assigned to my case. He seems pretty cool... way better than my quiet, neat-freak aunt and the constant look of worry on her face. Troy: When I first met Cassie and Felix, my heart was triggered in a way I didn't expect. Cassie may seem timid, but there's a quiet strength within her. She's seen evil-I can sense it. More than anything, I want to help her... but can I break down her barriers in order to help this boy? And will she ever open up enough to let a guy like me win her heart? Hole-Hearted is a deeply emotional stand alone NA romance that comes with its own playlist. You are guaranteed a sweet and spicy love story with a happy ending. Be prepared for an emotional ride. This story will break your heart... then make it sing. Trigger warning: Child and domestic abuse★★★★★ "Beautiful heartbreaking story told in 3 POV's about finding hope, healing & love One of my faves by this author " Secretly Adorkable Readers★★★★★ "Melissa Pearl has this special way of capturing my ♡ - and especially with these three characters, she made my heart melt and hurt and feel within a few pages." Emmi R

She shouldn't go on a spontaneous road trip with the charming British guy she just met at the pub... or should she? Jane: When I lost my fianc on our wedding day, I wasn't sure I'd ever recover. But it's been a year of grieving and if I don't do something to change my life, I'll die a slow, mournful death. So, I hopped on a plane and wrote myself a bucket list. I'm now on the other side of the world, determined to make every second count. So when a handsome Brit with a sweet smile offers to help me tick off a few of my daring tasks, I'm compelled to say yes... Harry: There was something so lost and sad about the gorgeous woman's face that I couldn't resist introducing myself to her. I know instantly that I've met a kindred spirit which is why I offer to join her on an adventure through Europe. Maybe it will help me get over my own loss. Maybe being with her will open my heart and make me believe that happiness is possible, even when you've been broken... Geronimo is an endearing, stand alone NA romance that comes with its own playlist. You are guaranteed a sweet and spicy love story with a happy ending. Be prepared for playful banter, undeniable chemistry and a friends to lovers romance that will make you swoon.★★★★★ "Oh this story is perfection " Renee Adams-Cook★★★★★ "This story truly is an amazing second chance romance. It pulled at my heart and at the end, it left me with a big smile on my face " Amy Bosica

He married the woman of his dreams...then tragedy struck. Can their love withstand the storm or will guilt and despair tear these newlyweds apart? Justin: We promised to love and cherish each other until death, but we didn't expect to lose my brother only two weeks into our marriage. I blame myself for the tragedy. He shouldn't have been riding his motorcycle that day. I was supposed to give him a ride, but I got caught up with my new bride. The guilt is killing me, causing fracture lines in our marriage that I don't know how to fix. And then comes her betrayal... Sarah: I never meant to hurt my husband. I love him more than anything, but he's been slipping away from me and... I got drunk... and made a really stupid mistake. I'm desperate not to lose him and will do anything to win him back. But are some sins unforgivable? How can I convince him that we're strong enough to stay afloat... as long as we hold onto each other... Rough Water is a heart-wrenching, stand alone NA romance that comes with its own playlist. You are guaranteed a sweet and spicy love story with a happy ending. Be warned: this story will break your heart before stitching it back together. Tissues are definitely required.★★★★★ "I have NEVER EVER been touched sooo deeply by a book before." Emmi R★★★★★ "This book is so devastating, moving and yet so intricately beautiful." Legenbooksdary★★★★ "Grab some tissues, and get ready for a long night because you won't want to put this book down." Reader by the Mountains

He's so not the type of man this fashion diva would ever go out with. But could Mr. I-Don't-Think-So actually be Mr. Perfect? Kelly: After the man I was supposed to marry cheated on me, the last thing I need is to be employed by the one guy who drove me crazy in high school. But I didn't recognize him in the interview and I'm a desperate woman, so I'll just have to suck it up and make it clear that there is no chance in hell I will ever date him. I didn't then, and I certainly won't now. Even if his goofy jokes do make me laugh, and even if he does have a certain charm that I'm finding hard to resist... I won't be falling for my boss Until I lose his bet and have to spend the night as his plus one... Marcus: Going out with Kelly DeMarco has been a life-long dream and she's finally standing next to me, looking gorgeous as ever. I can't go screwing this up. I've loved her since the first time I saw her. She may put on a front for everybody else, but I know that underneath her rich princess persona is a girl who just wants to have a little fun. I can be the man she needs-someone who can make her laugh. Someone she can be herself around. I just have to convince her that the rich pricks she always goes after are totally wrong for her. I just have to make her see that I'm the only man she needs... Troublemaker is a fun-loving, stand alone NA romance that comes with its own playlist. You are guaranteed a sweet and spicy love story with a happy ending. Be prepared for family drama, reverse grumpy-sunshine vibes and an office romance that will steal your heart.★★★★★ "This story was sweet, sexy and honest." TJ★★★★ "If you've ever been a fan of the underdog guy, then this is truly the story for you." Lenoreo @ Celebrity Readers★★★★ "A sweet read, with a boy next door you'll want to add to your book boyfriend list " Jay