Charlie Cochet is the international bestselling author of the THIRDS series. Her writing, fueled by a blend of Cuban and American influences and a passion for classic rock, crafts compelling narratives. Currently based in Florida, Cochet's creativity extends beyond the page into art and binge-watching new TV series. She thrives on coffee and music, and values connecting with her readers.
Anston "Ace" Sharpe, a former Special Forces soldier, now navigates the challenges of private security in Florida as a co-owner of Four Kings Security. His firm handles a range of services, from executive protection to cyber intelligence. Known for his bold and fearless demeanor, Ace thrives on taking risks but maintains a strict boundary when it comes to personal involvement with clients.
When homicide detective Dexter J. Daley’s testimony helps send his partner away for murder, the consequences—and the media frenzy—aren’t far behind. He soon finds himself sans boyfriend, sans friends, and, after an unpleasant encounter in a parking garage after the trial, he’s lucky he doesn’t find himself sans teeth. Dex fears he’ll get transferred from the Human Police Force’s Sixth Precinct, or worse, get dismissed. Instead, his adoptive father—a sergeant at the Therian-Human Intelligence Recon Defense Squadron otherwise known as the THIRDS—pulls a few strings, and Dex gets recruited as a Defense Agent. Dex is determined to get his life back on track and eager to get started in his new job. But his first meeting with Team Leader Sloane Brodie, who also happens to be his new jaguar Therian partner, turns disastrous. When the team is called to investigate the murders of three HumaniTherian activists, it soon becomes clear to Dex that getting his partner and the rest of the tightknit team to accept him will be a lot harder than catching the killer—and every bit as dangerous.
A THIRDS Universe Novel Austen Payne, THIRDS Squadron Specialist Agent (SSA) for Destructive Delta and TIN operative, has seen the worst the world has to offer, faced lethal killers, and helped bring down dangerous organizations. But nothing terrifies him more than falling in love. After years of undercover work, Austen is a master at defending himself and protecting his heart… until he meets Osmond Zachary. THIRDS Defense Agent Osmond Zachary has a huge, doting family, yet something is missing in his life. After meeting grumpy, foul-mouthed, jittery cheetah Therian Austen Payne, Zach knows exactly what that something—or someone—is. Unfortunately Austen seems determined to avoid Zach at all costs. When Zach foils an assassination attempt, he ends up in the killer’s crosshairs, and Austen is Zach’s best chance at staying alive. Zach hopes the crisis will bring them closer, but Austen has every intention of walking away as soon as the danger is over. Happily ever after isn’t for guys like Austen, but Zach is determined to show him it can be….
In "Thick & Thin," the sequel to "Smoke & Mirrors," Dex faces life-altering events, including his kidnapping and engagement to Sloane. As they prepare to reveal their truth to their family, Dex learns that family remains constant amidst change. The novella "Gummy Bears & Grenades" features Dex's chaotic bachelor party filled with unexpected adventures.
In the sequel to Thick & Thin, THIRDS Team Leader Sebastian Hobbs and Chief Medical Examiner Hudson Colbourn navigate their tumultuous relationship, rekindling their love amidst dangerous enemies and life-threatening events. They must choose between trusting their bond or risking everything they hold dear.
An enemy declares war on the THIRDS, and Dex and Sloane must call on their Destructive Delta family one last time as secrets are unearthed and a deadly betrayal is revealed. Only then can they make their romance official.
Il est sexy. Il est dangereux. Et il ne se souvient de rien. En tant que propriÉtaire d'Apple'N Pies, Joe Applin mÈne une vie calme et sans histoire, satisfait de passer ses journÉes À servir des clients qui viennent de partout pour manger ses dÉlicieuses tartes faites maison. Avec sa bande hÉtÉroclite - Bea, Elsie et Donnie - Joe ne pourrait pas Être plus heureux dans son petit royaume de pÂtisseries et de cafÉ. L'expÉrience a appris À Joe que l'amour est surfait - et parfois, dangereux. Il n'a aucune intention de rÉpÉter ses erreurs passÉes. Mais il rencontre cet homme beau et mystÉrieux sans nom ni souvenirs, et Joe ne peut nier que quelque chose de doux se trame. Il n'est pas du genre À prendre des risques, pas avec son cOEur et certainement pas avec sa vie, pourtant plus il passe de temps avec « Tom », plus il se rapproche de perdre les deux.
Joe führt ein ruhiges, beschauliches Leben, in dessen Mittelpunkt seine eigene Bäckerei mitsamt seinen exzentrischen Angestellten steht. Um die Fehler seiner Vergangenheit nicht zu wiederholen, hat er der Liebe abgeschworen – bis er einem mysteriösen, gut aussehenden Mann mit Amnesie begegnet. Joe kann nicht leugnen, dass zwischen ihnen die Funken fliegen, und je näher er Tom kommt, desto weniger kann er sich gegen seine Gefühle wehren. Doch plötzlich steht nicht nur sein Herz auf dem Spiel, sondern auch sein Leben…
When a series of bombs goes off in a Therian youth center, injuring members of THIRDS Team Destructive Delta and causing a rift between agents Dexter J. Daley and Sloane Brodie, peace seems unattainable. Especially when a new and frightening group, the Order of Adrasteia, appears to always be a step ahead. With panic and intolerance spreading and streets becoming littered with the Order's propaganda, hostility between Humans and Therians grows daily. Dex and Sloane, along with the rest of the team, are determined to take down the Order and restore peace, not to mention settle a personal score. But the deeper the team investigates the bombings, the more they believe there's a more sinister motive than a desire to shed blood and spread chaos. Discovering the frightful truth behind the Order's intent forces Sloane to confront secrets from a past he thought he'd left behind for good, a past that could not only destroy him and his career, but also the reputation of the organization that made him all he is today. Now more than ever, Dex and Sloane need each other, and, along with trust, the strength of their bond will mean the difference between justice and all-out war.
In "A Little Bite of Love: Book Two," Hunter Devin adjusts to his role as Enforcer in the Deagan Clan while missing his mate, Ari. Tensions rise between the Deagan and Hagan Clans, leading to impending war. Hunter is determined to reunite with Ari, navigating challenges and forging alliances to protect their family.