Into the Storm Series by Margaret Watson

Caine O'Roarke regretted vanishing into thin air and leaving Lexie Hollister asleep in his bed – but he had no choice. The mercenary had been called in for an urgent mission in the middle of the night. He'd miss Lexie, but the former Seal told himself that he and Lexie would both get over it. They'd been completely wrong for each other – in all but one way. Eleven months later, when Lexie's father asks Caine to rescue his daughter from the civil war in San Rafael, he barely recognizes Lexie... moreCaine O'Roarke regretted vanishing into thin air and leaving Lexie Hollister asleep in his bed – but he had no choice. The mercenary had been called in for an urgent mission in the middle of the night. He'd miss Lexie, but the former Seal told himself that he and Lexie would both get over it. They'd been completely wrong for each other – in all but one way. Eleven months later, when Lexie's father asks Caine to rescue his daughter from the civil war in San Rafael, he barely recognizes Lexie. The former party girl has grown up, and she's the only nurse in a small village. And she has a child. His child. Will Caine be able to save the woman he hasn't been able to forget? Will Lexie be able to forgive him for disappearing? And will they be able to survive the jungle and figure out how to create a family? less

Twelve years ago, Connor MacCormac roared out of the small town of Pine Butte on his motorcycle, vowing never to return. The town's bad boy had been accused of a despicable act, and everyone believed he was guilty.Now he's back, and to her shame, Sarah Wesley is still infatuated with the brooding loner – the man who abandoned her sister to die. Connor is determined to expose Pine Butte's hidden secrets so he can put the past behind him and move on. But he hadn't counted on Sarah Wesley... moreTwelve years ago, Connor MacCormac roared out of the small town of Pine Butte on his motorcycle, vowing never to return. The town's bad boy had been accused of a despicable act, and everyone believed he was guilty.Now he's back, and to her shame, Sarah Wesley is still infatuated with the brooding loner – the man who abandoned her sister to die. Connor is determined to expose Pine Butte's hidden secrets so he can put the past behind him and move on. But he hadn't counted on Sarah Wesley. The teenager he remembered has grown into a beautiful, accomplished woman. A woman who seems to want him as much as he wants her.He'd sworn he was done with Pine Butte and its citizen. But will he be able to leave Sarah behind? less

Disturbing things are happening in the small town of Eagle Ridge. Veterinarian Tory Holt had come here seeking sanctuary after her life in Chicago fell apart. But the violence she'd escaped has followed her to northern Wisconsin. A serial killer is preying on single women, and Police Chief Holt Adams has appointed himself Tory's keeper. Although Tory is drawn to Holt, she realizes he's hiding secrets... moreDisturbing things are happening in the small town of Eagle Ridge. Veterinarian Tory Holt had come here seeking sanctuary after her life in Chicago fell apart. But the violence she'd escaped has followed her to northern Wisconsin. A serial killer is preying on single women, and Police Chief Holt Adams has appointed himself Tory's keeper. Although Tory is drawn to Holt, she realizes he's hiding secrets. As the violence escalates in Eagle Ridge and Tory and Holt grow closer, Tory is forced to make a decision. Can she trust Holt? Or will she pay the ultimate price for her trust? less

Chase Remington had been hired to rescue a woman and her baby from the war-torn country of San Marcos. A simple job for the former Army Ranger and CIA agent – until he discovers that Paloma is dead and the woman who once betrayed Chase is caring for the baby. Andi McGinnis is equally unhappy to see Chase. Besides saving baby Paolo, she has an agenda in Sam Marcos, and she doesn't want Chase to get in her way... moreChase Remington had been hired to rescue a woman and her baby from the war-torn country of San Marcos. A simple job for the former Army Ranger and CIA agent – until he discovers that Paloma is dead and the woman who once betrayed Chase is caring for the baby. Andi McGinnis is equally unhappy to see Chase. Besides saving baby Paolo, she has an agenda in Sam Marcos, and she doesn't want Chase to get in her way. But to rescue Paolo and get vital intelligence to the CIA, they're forced to work together. As they race through the jungle, trying to stay one step ahead of their pursuers, long-simmering desire bursts into flames. With their lives at stake, can they learn to trust each other and work together? less