La Fleur de Love Series by Lori Leger, Kimberly Killion

Carrie Jeansonne's plan for the rest of her life: Education (check), Career (check), Provide for her three teenagers (check), Divorce controlling, horn-dog of a husband, and find some happiness. The thirty-six year old mother wants to concentrate on her new career in road design with no added complications - is that too much to ask? Enter Sam Langley: Knocking on forty, single, and hating it... moreCarrie Jeansonne's plan for the rest of her life: Education (check), Career (check), Provide for her three teenagers (check), Divorce controlling, horn-dog of a husband, and find some happiness. The thirty-six year old mother wants to concentrate on her new career in road design with no added complications - is that too much to ask? Enter Sam Langley: Knocking on forty, single, and hating it. Formerly the office clown, his morose mood has prompted his co-workers to dub him 'Oscar the Grouch' in the year since his own marriage disintegrated. After clashing with his new outspoken co-worker, the surveyor can't help but be drawn to this brassy, sassy, lady with her take no prisoner attitude. Plagued by her ex-husband's can't-take-no-for-an-answer intrusions and sleep depriving phone calls, Carrie is reluctant to allow another man into her life. By the time she decides Sam could be more than a friend, the mysterious phone calls lead to something dark and disturbing. As Carrie realizes she may be dealing with more than her disgruntled ex, she struggles to overcome the obstacles threatening her happiness as well as her life. less

After Giselle Granger's husband dies in a tragic accident, she's left with their two young daughters, and struggling to live in a world without him. When Jackson Broussard loses his wife in the same accident, he finds himself free of the woman whose lies and manipulation have made his marriage a living hell. He feels bound by the past and his desire to do right by his best friend's widow and children, even though Giselle makes it clear she does not want his help... moreAfter Giselle Granger's husband dies in a tragic accident, she's left with their two young daughters, and struggling to live in a world without him. When Jackson Broussard loses his wife in the same accident, he finds himself free of the woman whose lies and manipulation have made his marriage a living hell. He feels bound by the past and his desire to do right by his best friend's widow and children, even though Giselle makes it clear she does not want his help. Can the two former co-workers leave their pasts behind in order to forge a new future together? Or will they be left with nothing more than a last first kiss and two broken hearts? less

It's late 1974, and high school senior, Melinda Dawson is pregnant for her boyfriend, Greg Hart. Before she has a chance to tell him about the pregnancy, her parents take her off to a Dallas home for unwed mothers. After six long months with no word from her, Greg hopes to put his broken heart behind him by serving his country with the U.S. Marines. After almost dying during the birth of her child, Melinda can't bear to return to her hometown without her baby... moreIt's late 1974, and high school senior, Melinda Dawson is pregnant for her boyfriend, Greg Hart. Before she has a chance to tell him about the pregnancy, her parents take her off to a Dallas home for unwed mothers. After six long months with no word from her, Greg hopes to put his broken heart behind him by serving his country with the U.S. Marines. After almost dying during the birth of her child, Melinda can't bear to return to her hometown without her baby. She stays in Texas, eventually finding a career as a nanny for two children of a wealthy family. Thirty years later finds her back in her hometown to care for her ailing father. She soon runs into her old flame, Greg, retired from the military and mayor of McCray. Sparks fly between them, rekindling the smoldering embers of a strong mutual attraction. Can they bypass old feelings of bitterness and abandonment in order to find the most precious part of themselves? Hart's Desire is an ebook short in direct relation to my La Fleur de Love series. It introduces characters that appear in Last First Kiss, Brown Eyed Girl, and Heaven in Your Eyes. less

Someone is watching Red McAllister's every move--a killer who hates him with a passion and is determined to make him pay. Handsome businessman Scott "Red" McAllister is totally baffled by two things: the motivation behind the threatening phone calls he's been receiving, and the reason beautiful Dr. Tiffany LeBlanc puts up with her womanizing fiancee´. Determined to steal her away from his old college nemesis, Red offers Tiffany the comfort of his friendship, as well as his heart... moreSomeone is watching Red McAllister's every move--a killer who hates him with a passion and is determined to make him pay. Handsome businessman Scott "Red" McAllister is totally baffled by two things: the motivation behind the threatening phone calls he's been receiving, and the reason beautiful Dr. Tiffany LeBlanc puts up with her womanizing fiancee´. Determined to steal her away from his old college nemesis, Red offers Tiffany the comfort of his friendship, as well as his heart. As Red's life is turned upside down, the killer closes in, and Red realizes that the only way to keep Tiffany safe, is to cut her out of his life. When the killer makes a last, desperate attempt at revenge, Tiffany makes a courageous decision that could end in disaster...and death. Juicy plots and subplots, as well as a look into the large, boisterous McAllister clan, will make the characters and storylines of Brown Eyed Girl linger in your memory long after you finish reading. less

She wants to avoid a repeat of her failed relationship a dozen years ago. He wants to keep her safe from the man who tried to take her life…and then persuade her to take a chance on forever. Annie McAllister’s prospects for the New Year look rather grim. While other people are trying to keep resolutions, she’s busy dodging phone calls and threats from a man who came dangerously close to ending her life on New Year’s Eve... moreShe wants to avoid a repeat of her failed relationship a dozen years ago. He wants to keep her safe from the man who tried to take her life…and then persuade her to take a chance on forever. Annie McAllister’s prospects for the New Year look rather grim. While other people are trying to keep resolutions, she’s busy dodging phone calls and threats from a man who came dangerously close to ending her life on New Year’s Eve. Rather than put her family at risk, Drake LeBlanc finally persuades her to let him help in the fight to keep her safe. The handsome Texas attorney has already saved her life once, so why not let him move in temporarily? Though Drake would welcome the chance to become a permanent fixture in Annie’s life, he’s hampered by her determined efforts to protect herself from men like him. In his quest to win her trust, as well as keep her safe, Drake earns the loyalty of Annie’s pet cat, Martin, and wise-cracking parrot, Lewis. As her relentless stalker continues to wreak havoc on Annie's life, Drake tries to break through the barriers she's placed around her heart. Can his love and determination accomplish what no man has done since her last relationship ended in disaster? Or will a sadist find a way to get to Annie before Drake can make her admit her feelings for him? Includes romantic subplot involving Annie’s oldest brother, Chad, and his wife Julia. less

Annie McAllister's prospects for the New Year look rather grim. While other people are trying to keep resolutions, she's dodging phone calls and threats from a man who came dangerously close to ending her life on New Year's Eve. Rather than put her family at risk, Drake LeBlanc finally persuades her to let him help in the fight to keep her safe... moreAnnie McAllister's prospects for the New Year look rather grim. While other people are trying to keep resolutions, she's dodging phone calls and threats from a man who came dangerously close to ending her life on New Year's Eve. Rather than put her family at risk, Drake LeBlanc finally persuades her to let him help in the fight to keep her safe. The handsome Texas attorney has already saved her life once, so why not let him move in temporarily?Though Drake would welcome the chance to become a permanent fixture in Annie's life, he's hampered by her determined efforts to protect herself from men like him. In his quest to win her trust, as well as keep her safe, Drake earns the loyalty of Annie's pet cat, Martin, and wise-cracking parrot, Lewis.As her relentless stalker continues to wreak havoc on Annie's life, Drake tries to break through the barriers she's placed around her heart. Can his love and determination accomplish what no man has done since her last relationship ended in disaster? Or will a sadist find a way to get to Annie before Drake can make her admit her feelings for him?Includes romantic subplot involving Annie's oldest brother, Chad, and his wife Julia. less