Looking out at what remains of an ancient volcanic eruption, sixteen year old Kayla Ste-phens sees only dark lava, high desert, and birds. Then a girl wearing traditional Native American dress appears seemingly from the mist. Crying, the stranger begs Kayla to help her snatch her baby back from the settlers who stole the infant. Does Kayla have the cour-age to step into the past and attempt the dangerous rescue?

Whatever it takes, Kara Richardson will hold onto her desperately-needed job working for Brand Lockwood's construction company, even if it means keeping a shattering secret from him.

In the face of love, some hearts retreat. Others stand their ground—and fight.

After a difficult year licking her emotional wounds at the family ranch, Calley Stewart jumps at the chance to return to her beloved Montana wilderness to continue her work with the Border Grizzly Project. Determined to never again repeat the mistakes that drove her away.

When she meets the project’s new director, though, there’s no ignoring the magnetic pull between them. Dean Ramsey is a man so in tune with his surroundings, he moves in on the closely guarded territory around her heart before she has the chance to shore up her defenses.

Tracking grizzly bears is dangerous business, and the last thing Dean needs is a team member who isn’t wholly focused on the project’s critical research. Except before he’s even laid eyes on Calley, the sexy sound of her voice through the trees sends a jolt of electricity up his spine.

Their work carries them to the wilds of Alaska, but the shadows of their pasts follow. And when they face the ultimate test of courage, those shadows threaten to cloud the path to safety, to their future…even their very survival.

This title was previously published.

Warning: Contains a sexy hero with the heart of a bear, and a heroine with an independent streak to match. May induce an urge to go skinny dipping in winter; author suggests there be a steaming hot tub involved.

Years ago a vulnerable Melaine Landa spent a passionate night in Tanner Harris' arms. Now, reunited at the ski resort where they both work, they struggle to maintain a professional relationship. A look, a touch, shared words and old feelings burst back to life. One night isn't enough. Then the earth rumbles.

mountain cabins. For the brother and sister, these days offer them an opportunity to come to terms with their nightmarish upbringing. The professional athlete must face the end to his career and try to find a purpose for the future. He brings with him a woman who shields her wounded heart beneath her perfect body.

Then the ferocious storm hits, trapping them far from civilization. Whiteout is a battle for survival. It also lays bare the complexity of human vulnerability, strength, and weakness.

As they fight for life, they're watched by the restless, lonely spirit that knows what it means to battle and lose. Four humans reach Wolf Lake.

Not all will live to leave it.