Karen's Novels

The Making of Daisy Hart - Book 1

“A captivating story about a small town love story full of drama, a sabotaging ex-lover, intervening fate, and hot chemistry combined with a hint of suspense that is sure to keep you turning the pages.” Truly - Goodreads

Cassie Bowmont had what it took to succeed, at least that’s what she told herself. Hoping a change of pace and new scenery would get her creative juices flowing, she rented a beach cottage in the small town of Avenel where she could dip her pen into the steamy depths of adult romance. She didn’t need or want any distractions to thwart her progress, but she hadn’t counted on Chris Walker. After deciding that he would be a great muse for the hero in her book, she realized that a summer fling with him was just what the Book Gods ordered.

When Chris Walker spotted the small car on the shoulder of the road, his hero complex kicked in. Unable to ignore a damsel in distress, he pulled over to be a knight in a Ford F-150. He stomped through the flooded road and convinced Cassie to follow him to safety. After a goodbye wave in the parking lot of a Piggly Wiggly, he figured he’d never see her again, but Fate had other plans. When their paths crossed once more, he paused long enough to notice the delight in her eyes, the playful smirk on her glossy lips, and the determination of her spirit. His heart stuttered. His brain flooded with need, and a crack penetrated the wall around his heart.

They knew the summer was all they’d have but falling for each other was inevitable. The pleasure of lust somehow transformed into the contentment of love. When a jilted lover returns and sabotages their relationship, they must decide if they will be prisoners to the past or sail into their future.

Dahlia's Delights - Book 2

“Dahlia's Delights is a swoon worthy romance novel that is sure to sweep you off your feet. A captivating story of love and second chances.” Alyssa - Goodreads

As a teen, Dahlia Collins swore that she’d escape the sandy beaches of her little hometown of Avenel on The Hidden Banks Islands. She’d dreamt big for herself, craving the adventure and success that could only be found in a big city. But life in the big city turned tumultuous, and the overwhelming swells of betrayal and financial struggle carried her back to Avenel. Taking over Dahlia’s Delights Bakery should have been easy for her, except it wasn’t. The bakery was bleeding money. Someone was sabotaging her business. She needed to discover the saboteur and save her bakery before her hopes and dreams were crushed.

Mark Lane enjoyed a simple life in the quaint town of Avenel on the string of islands off the coast of North Carolina. His successful career as the police lieutenant was all he needed, or thought he needed, until he walked into Dahlia’s Delights. When he saw her, his world shifted. The young teen he’d last laid eyes on a decade ago was now a grown beauty. His heart double-tapped. His blood heated and strummed through his veins. Gone was the girl he’d teased in his youth. Instead, an auburn-haired beauty with emerald eyes robbed him of rational thought.

When Dahlia looked across the display counter and locked eyes with Mark, all the feelings she’d had for him as a teen rushed through her. Her stomach fluttered as desire cloaked her in a world of bliss. She was thirteen again. Falling in love with him would be so easy. Dang it, she was already halfway there.

Senna's Ssecret - Book 3

“This tender romance is perceptively written and sweetly enthralling, with two very appealing and loveable main characters.” Rebmay - Goodreads

Senna Lang didn’t believe in fairy tales, but she did believe in second chances. After one impulsive decision in high school with her boyfriend Josh, her life veered off course. She’d left Avenel for the masses and anonymity in California. But now, ten years later, the aftershocks of losing Josh’s love still rattle her. Most of the time she can ignore the ache, but sometimes she can’t help but wonder what her life could have been if she hadn’t screwed everything up with Josh. Would they be living in a two-story bungalow with water views and wraparound porches on the idyllic island town of Avenel? Would they have a couple of kids and a rambunctious but friendly dog?

Josh Turner couldn’t believe his eyes. He’d heard Senna was coming back, but he hadn’t known when. When their paths crossed, the curves of her body took him on a slow trip through memory lane. She’d been his first love and his first heartbreak. After high school, she’d ghosted him and cut him out of her life like he was a cancerous tumor to be tossed aside. He’d been heartbroken and angry, but as the years passed, his anger cooled to indifference. Being in her presence again unleashed a swell of emotions that he hadn’t expected. All their ‘firsts’ crashed through him like a tsunami and destroyed the barriers he’d erected around his heart. He’d thought he was over her. He wasn’t.

Laurel's Safe Harbor - Book 4

"A gorgeous piece of writing. I loved the way Laurel grew from the beginning of this book to the end. She had a lot of things from her past to overcome and those things even came back with a vengeance at times." Samantha - Goodreads

Five years ago, April Copeland died so that Laurel Hansen could be born. Escaping from the Callahan brothers hadn’t been easy, but she did it for her unborn daughter, Kara. Now, living in the quiet beach town of Avenel, Laurel feels safe. She’s built a life for herself and Kara. She may even open her heart to a man again, but feeling safe and being safe are two very different things.

Dalton Motley is the kind of guy ladies throw themselves at, which makes Laurel’s disinterest in him more attractive. They’d met once. He’d even been a sort of knight in shining armor to her. When she doesn’t recall his name, a seed of disappointment wriggles into his soul, but it’s not there for long. Her delightful laugh thrums gently over his heart and snatches the disappointment before it can take root. Between the joy in her eyes and the feminine timbre of her voice, he’s a goner. It didn’t matter that she didn’t recall his name. He was going to break down the walls she’d built around her heart.

Liam Callahan is an alpha-male who demands respect wherever he goes. He runs two successful businesses: one legal, the other not. During a trip down the coast, Fate smiles upon him. In an accidental meeting, he brushes hands with a young woman. When their gazes connect, her eyes grow big with revulsion. A hint of recognition blooms in Liam’s memory. The tone and cadence of her words spoken in fear make his heart beat a little faster. Was she the one who got away?

Calla's Candy - Book 5

"Calla's Candy is a great addition to this series, offering up a standalone story about one couple while also giving glimpses of possible pairings going forward and from the past. I loved these main characters, their connection may be one of my favorites so far. Not everything was smooth sailing, and they were certainly a work in progress, but I liked that they weren't perfect while still doing their best to better. Great read." Goodreads - C. Gonzales

Sugar flows through Calla Taylor’s veins, so owning her own candy shop is her dream come true. She has independence and the chance to surround herself with her passion… candy. But life in Avenel, a small island town, has its challenges. The summer’s hurricane season hit her hard, and now that winter has begun, she’s not sure Calla’s Candy can hold out until the warmer temperatures lure tourists back to the beaches.

Ash Singh has it all: good looks, a charming personality, and a pile of money that just continues to grow. He also has a broken heart. Because of the hellish way his last relationship ended, he wasn’t sure he could ever love again. But meeting Calla changed everything. It started small. When she smiled, the jagged edges of his heart found their match and sealed together. Her laugh revived a pulse that sent need and desire through his soul. But when he held her in his arms as they danced, he felt something he hadn’t felt in a long time. Hope.

But one thoughtless act cuts Calla to the core and threatens the hope that took root in Ash’s soul. He sets out to not only save his relationship with Calla, but he vows to save Calla’s Candy too.

THE SAVAGE SECURITY SERIES - ROMANTIC SUSPENSE

Blood Kiss - Book 1

"Blood Kiss is a dark, suspenseful, romantic thriller!" - Sara W.

Desperate to protect herself from the escalating advances of her stalker, Alisha Woods went into Young Guns to buy a gun and gain a sense of safety. As she wrapped her fingers around the Glock, something inside her clicked. The weight of the weapon in her hand empowered her. She couldn’t help but smile as she realized she was one step closer to reclaiming her life.

Mike Lewis was an alpha-male in need of a damsel to save. When Alisha crossed his path, she fit the bill perfectly. Her fear and desperation triggered his protective side. Knowing that his conscience would gnaw at him like a rabid dog if he let her walk away, he offered his help.

Pacey’s anxiety skittered through him like a rat on crack when he watched Alisha. He’d dedicated countless weeks to their courtship, but he’d noticed a change in her. Dark rings encircled her hypnotizing blue eyes, and she was jittery. But worst of all, her bubbly personality was flattening, like soda that’s been left out too long. Her beauty still shone through, but a dark cloud hung over her and obscured her natural glow. She needed his help.

As Pacey’s advances increase, the heat between Mike and Alisha explodes. Unable to deny their attraction, they find love in the midst of Alisha’s nightmare.

Avenging Kiss - Book 2

"This book has everything. Action, mystery, revenge, and romance. It’s a great follow up to Blood Kiss and I can’t wait to see what happens next." Jessica B - Goodreads

When Adita Chopra stumbled upon the decimated camp, she vowed to hunt down the men who killed her sister. The stench of burnt flesh and the taste of death in the air haunt her dreams and power her lust for vengeance. She will show no mercy.

The men of Savage Security served their country. They’d done their time in the sandbox and now enjoy their peaceful lives in the States, far from the death and mayhem of war. Will living in peace blind them to the dangerous threat that’s poised to strike?

Coveted Kiss - Book 3

“An amazing, thrilling series. With lots of action you will be flipping pages like crazy to see what happens next.” Jessica Bronder – Goodreads Reviewer

Bella Chan is a good girl surrounded by alpha-males who aren’t afraid of danger. Unfortunately, that danger comes back to bite her. She can still feel the deadly grip of Hazeem Ali’s fingers wrapped around her neck. If Jack hadn’t shown up at Savage Security, she’d be dead. In pure alpha-male fashion, Jack appoints himself her personal bodyguard, but Bella soon realizes that Jack isn’t there to protect her. He’s there to win her heart.

And now, in the aftermath of the attack, the men of Savage Security band together to eliminate the terrorists living on American soil. As they navigate through the intrigue and deception that camouflages their assailants, they also confront the treason that threatens the Nation’s defenses.

Stolen Kiss - Book 4

"Suspense. Romance. It has it all."Doddy - Amazon

A sociopath is on the hunt…

Bret Silva’s handsome face is plastered all over town on placards praising his success. But neither his eyes nor his friendly smile betray the dark beast that lurks within. A beast that requires sacrifices. But one mistake endangers Bret’s survival.

When the men from Savage Security discover a damning photo, they realize that someone has mastered the art of the perfect murder. As their hunt begins, Cole Savage must reconcile his desire for justice with the burning ache in his heart for Julia Romero. Enlisting her help as a realtor, they work together to find a new home for Savage Security while the hunt for the killer continues. As the men discover more victims, they piece together the clues and realize that one of their own may be in the sights of a ruthless killer.

Grace's Kiss - Book 5

Sparks fly when the wholesome girl next door crosses the path of a sexy, alpha male.

Grace followed the rules. She always played it safe and never put her heart in jeopardy, until the night she met him. She’d never imagined connecting with an alpha male like Ryan. Giving herself to him as he'd cradled her in his arms had come naturally... until she sobered up. He was everything that she’d convinced herself she didn’t want. Or was he everything she needed?

Ryan balanced on a thin line of gray. He’d killed his share of demons but managed to live at peace with his actions. Then he met Grace, a woman who pushed all his buttons and shook him to his core. The need to have her overwhelmed him, but she kept shooting him down. Could he convince her that he was exactly what she needed?

Lizzy's Kiss - Book 6

“The author weaves a great storyline that is full of fear, heart-stopping terror, romance, heated sexual scenes, and suspense all of which culminates into a great climax.” Suzanne - Goodreads

Lizzy Adams hadn’t worked so hard to get a man’s attention as she had for Tyson Smith. The brawny black man with the soulful eyes, baritone voice that whispered over her like a velvet caress, and a smile that turned her knees to jelly occupied her thoughts… until she stood face to face with a man whose devious eyes scared her as much as the syringe in his hand.

Terrified, Lizzy reaches out to Tyson, the one man she knew could keep her safe. He’d seen it all during his time in the military, but the fear in Lizzy’s eyes and the tremble in her voice triggered his alpha-male instincts and sent testosterone rocketing through his veins. Keeping Lizzy safe from a grieving father turned serial killer became Tyson’s priority. Despite the danger around them, they can’t deny the sexual tension mounting between them.

Scintillate - Book 1

"Very fun, fast-paced, new concept YA. Scintillate stands strong among the rest of today's YA paranormal romance;" - JLA, Amazon

Kate Archer is instantly drawn to Nick, the new boy at school. He's handsome, smart, and interested in her - perhaps a little too interested according to Kate's brother. And it's a good thing Nick is interested, or Kate would have died the night of the football game. Sure, Nick rescued Kate, but he can't stop the inevitable.

Kate is changing; she just doesn't know it. She can't explain the visions and sensations affecting her body, but she can enjoy the pleasure of Nick's kiss - that is, until she learns the real reason he is with her.

Nick sees the big picture. He knows the demonic forces that are barrelling Kate's way, and it's his job to keep her safe. He'll do anything to protect her: lie, manipulate, even add to the blood on his hands. But the one thing he hadn't expected was to lose his heart to her.

Symbiosis - Book 2

"More danger and mystery keep you riveted throughout and you won't be able to put it down until the end! Can't wait to see what happens next." - Book Junky Girls - Goodreads

A switch is flipped the night of the dance. Something awakens within Kate Archer that alters her relationship with Nick and Alex. Haunting visions of the past begin to plague her. In an effort to maintain harmony within her relationships, she tries to hide the knowledge the dreams reveal to her. Eventually, when the façade that she’s so carefully crafted begins to unravel, Kate realizes that the past has no boundaries, and it has stained her soul. It is then that the truth finally sets her free.

Synchronicity - Book 3

"This definately the series I really enjoyed reading it was verry hard to stop once I started.Definitely captivating." Dottie- Goodreads

"Hayden is alive.” Those three words hurl Kate and her friends towards a mission unlike any other. While honing Kate’s Asteri powers, Kate and Alex delve deeper into their relationship as they untangle Kate from Sarah’s past. Zoe and Evan are entrusted with the task of destroying a magical ring and finding a cure for a poison that threatens their existence. And Nick is determined to locate and free Hayden from the monster that imprisons her. Working together, their success will ensure that Hayden will no longer be a ghost sketched on paper, but a woman reborn to thrive in Nick’s arms.