Ridgeback Bears Series

Just weeks after arriving in Genesis Valley, Bear shifter Garrett Hoffman finds himself in the middle of all sorts of trouble. Tasked to mine the mountains nearby, he and the crew he's been saddled with have all the chemistry of gunpowder. As Alpha of the Ridgebacks though, it's his job to ensure they get the job done, without incident. But just when he thinks things are starting to come together, the Mining Consortium saddles him with an overseer. A human overseer. A gorgeous, full-figured, no-nonsense female overseer. Who of course, his bear decides, is going to be his mate. Over the past year, Emma Labelle has become used to shifters hating her, despising her and generally wanting absolutely nothing to do with her because of her job. So when the tall, muscular and absolutely gorgeous Garrett starts to flirt with her, she has no idea what to do. Her job is to protect the human population from the wild and unpredictable nature of the shifters. If her bosses found out she was falling in love with one, both she and Garrett would find themselves in a world of trouble that neither of them needs. When things come to a head, will the pair be able to do their duties and complete the jobs assigned to them, or will their feelings for each other put everyone they know in danger?

Cole Lovac is on a short leash, and he knows it. Having already messed up his first chance in Genesis Valley, his only hope is to show that he's a worthwhile member of the Ridgebacks. That means no fighting, no distractions, and listening to his Alpha. And it definitely means don't let a downward spiral of destruction mess up his only chance with the strong, gorgeous and slightly shy woman he's come to care for. Cole thinks she might be his mate, but only his bear knows that for sure, and the two of them aren't exactly on good terms.  Trestin Cooke has lived in Origin for several years now. She finds it slower, less oppressive, and a much better place to live than the big city she fled. As a waitress at a local restaurant, she's had her fair share of dealings with the local shifters. It's impossible to live and work there and avoid the hulking, over-sexualized brutes, much as she wishes she could. That is, until she lays eyes on the gorgeous, muscled and well-spoken bear shifter that is seated at her table one day. All she has to do, is take things at her own slow, steady pace, and life will be fine. Unfortunately for her, a even a polite, handsome and caring shifter like Cole, isn't used to moving slow. After what started off as an enjoyable, romantic evening with Trestin explodes spectacularly, Cole must deal with the consequences.  When Trestin finds out she's carrying the key to Cole's freedom, she knows she must speak up. However, facing down the merciless justice of the powerful Kedyn brothers may just require more inner strength than she has.

Russell Warne is caught between two things that he can't compromise on: love and duty. On the one hand is his ex-Alpha, who has refused to accept his new position in the Ridgeback Bears. Everything screams for Russell to abandon him. Except for the fact that he owes him a debt. On the other is his Alpha, who is fighting tooth and claw for the Ridgebacks, and about who Russell knows an explosive secret that he can't share. Except, perhaps, with the tall, charming and tougher than she looks woman who just walked into his life. After a tragic accident, Gwen Revere moved to Genesis Valley to be near her best friend. What she didn't expect, was to get caught in the cross-hairs of two groups of very large, and very angry, shifters within days of her arrival. But, amidst the frigid cold and harsh, unforgiving laws of Genesis Valley, she meets a smoking hot, deliciously muscled, and intelligent shifter who tries to protect her. Who respects her strength and integrity instead of fearing it. As things heat up between them, Gwen begins to think that perhaps her move will have some unexpected benefits after all. But as secrets are unveiled and tensions rise, Gwen finds that although they escaped the cross-hairs initially, their budding love may cause the downfall of the one thing her mate can't betray...family. Can they find a way to be together without tearing the Ridgebacks apart?

Corey Baleski has never fit in among the bear shifters of the Jade Crew. He longs for his old crew and the life he used to have. So when a member of his old crew approaches him out of nowhere, offering him what he desires most, Corey is torn between accepting the offer, and knowing what he would have to do to earn it. Corey hasn't shared his feelings with anyone before, but that's about to change... Because Jenny Hardwick may not have any experience with men, but she's quickly finding that for Corey she's up for any challenge. Except, perhaps, for facing the wrath of her mother when she finds out that her new boyfriend is a shifter. Caught between family loyalty and the emerging reality that she and Corey share something extremely special, Jenny knows she has to decide soon. When the truth behind the offer to Corey rears its ugly head, will he and the woman he's come to realize is his mate be able to outwit their foes? Or have the jaws of evil finally managed to snare one of the Jade Crew?

Darren Shaw never asked to be put in charge. But when his Alpha is forced to leave for several days someone must be left to run the crew. The position isn't what he expected, and almost immediately he's forced into a delicate balance of being the leader the Jade Crew needs, and pursuing his own interests with the amazing woman who has just walked into his life. The last thing Kierra Valcke wants is to be seen with a shifter. She's running for mayor of Genesis Valley and her campaign is strictly anti-shifter. Her heart, however, seems to have different ideas on what it is she truly wants. So when pictures of her locking lips with a steamy bear shifter are spread around town, she needs to decide what's more important to her, becoming mayor, or the man she may just be falling for. Neither of them can seem to abide by their own rules, and when the public discovers what Kierra's been up to, they may not be willing to forgive her choice. As she gets swept up in the mystery that surrounds Darren, his crew and the Valley as a whole, the pair are forced to test the limits to which they will go for each other, and for what they believe in.  Can they withstand the growing darkness as one, or will the emergence of a new player in the game thwart their desire for love?

Joel Murray has watched his Crew find their mates one by one, until he was the only one unmated. With the ongoing chaos in Genesis Valley, it's been a blessing in disguise. But while Joel may have accepted his single status, his bear certainly hasn't.  Courtenay Laurel is the sole medical doctor employed by the Mining Consortium. She doesn't have time for flirting, dating, and the things that come with it. But when the tall, handsome and deliciously ripped bear shifter walks into her office, she's overwhelmed by the sudden intensity of their connection. Even as things heat up between them, Joel knows that the brief moment of peace in the Valley is coming to an end. To protect Courtenay, he tries to put things on pause, so that she isn't dragged into the fray. But when things go sideways in a hurry, the only one who can help Joel is his mate. Will Courtenay fall apart under the pressure, or is there more strength in the good doctor than either of them ever suspected?

The stunning final chapter in the Jade Crew series. Mysteries unravel as the invasion of Genesis Valley looms large. Evan Mosier sits behind a row of metal bars, contemplating his life. He's used up more second chances than anyone should be entitled to. And yet he's about to be given one last chance to prove his worth to Genesis Valley. With things taking a dangerous, and deadly turn in Genesis Valley, the miners need every last friend they can get. Even one who used to work for the enemy. Now if only he can focus on helping to save the only people that will put up with him, and not being distracted by the fiery, hard-charging woman that was just thrown into the cell next to him. Victoria Mackey is in need of a fresh start. All the people she's met in her travels have told her of a place called Genesis Valley. Well, she made it there, and was promptly thrown in jail. It isn't the first time she's been treated differently for being a female shifter, but it wasn't exactly the welcoming committee she expected. But when the man in the cell next to her insists that she be released alongside him to join his new crew, she can't help but wonder if it's a sign. It doesn't hurt that he's easy on the eyes. Her newfound freedom isn't all it seems to be however, as Victoria finds herself caught in the midst of a looming conflict that threatens to destroy the Valley. Although she may be new to town, Victoria isn't about to let someone else destroy the place before she's gotten to know it. As things descend into turmoil, the new couple find themselves torn in different directions as the countdown to invasion expires. Can they overcome the evil machinations of one of the most powerful dragon shifters on the planet, or will their love be as brief as it is bright?