Amy Lane crafts stories that delve into the complexities of relationships and the nuances of family life. Her writing is characterized by a keen sense of humor and an observant eye for the peculiar wonders of everyday existence.
Torrance Grayson has kept the Salinger crew safely anonymous for years, while making sure the corrupt were punished. But in a world of capers and crimefighting, trust is worth more than gold and jewels. Can Tor trust his heart and let outsider Marco in?
The story follows Tienne and Stirling, childhood friends who became part of a crew of thieves. While Stirling has adapted to this life, Tienne remains an outsider. A journey to the Caribbean to uncover a mystery from Stirling's past presents an opportunity for both to explore their identities and their bond, challenging their roles within the unconventional family they’ve chosen.
The story follows elite police officers Crosby and Garcia, who have built a strong partnership both professionally and personally. Their happiness is jeopardized when a threat from Crosby's past compels him to go undercover, putting everything they cherish at risk. As tensions rise, the stakes become higher, and one misstep could shatter their lives together.
Killian Thornton enjoys his simple life but finds it upended when he offers his couch to Lewis Bernard, a quirky guy in need. As they bond over rescuing abandoned kittens, Lewis falls for Killian, complicating their lives with the growing number of cats. Can Killian find time for love amidst the chaos?
Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non- fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.
Jackson and Ellery face their toughest case yet--against the criminal justice system. This time it's not enough to find the perpetrator and unveil a heartless plot. They need luck and all their resources to clear Jackson when a crooked DA tries to frame him for murder....
The tidal archipelago of Spinner’s Drift is a refuge for misfits. Can the island’s magic help a pie-in-the-sky dreamer and a wounded soul find a home in each other?In a flash of light and a clap of thunder, Scout Quintero is banished from his home. Once he’s sneaked his sister out too, he’s happy, but their power-hungry father is after them, and they need a place to lie low. The thriving resort business on Spinner’s Drift provides the perfect way to blend in.They aren’t the only ones who think so.Six months ago Lucky left his life behind and went on the run from mobsters. Spinner’s Drift brings solace to his battered soul, but one look at Scout and he’s suddenly terrified of having one more thing to lose.Lucky tries to keep his distance, but Scout is charming, and the island isn’t that big. When they finally connect, all kinds of things come to light, including supernatural mysteries that have been buried for years. But while Scout and Lucky grow closer working on the secret, pissed-off mobsters, supernatural entities, and Scout’s father are getting closer to them . Can they hold tight to each other and weather the rising tide together?
Two and a half years ago, Michael Carmody made the biggest mistake of his life. Thanks to the Salinger crew, he has a second chance. Now he's working as their mechanic and nursing a starry-eyed crush on the crew's stoic suit, insurance investigator and spin doctor Carl Cox. Carl has always been an almost-ran, so Michael's crush baffles him. When it comes to the Salingers, he's the designated wet blanket. But watching Michael forge the life he wants instead of the one he fell into inspires him. In Michael's eyes, he isn't an almost-ran--he just hasn't found the right person to run with. And while the mechanic and the suit shouldn't have much to talk about, suddenly they're seeking out each other's company. Then the Salingers take a case from their past, and it's all hands on deck. For once, behind-the-scenes guys Michael and Carl find themselves front and center. Between monster trucks, missing women, and murder birds, the case is a jigsaw puzzle with a lot of missing pieces--but confronting the unknown is a hell of a lot easier when they're side by side.
"Hell-raiser, getaway driver, and occasional knight in tarnished armor Chuck Calder has never had any illusions about being a serious boyfriend. He may not be a good guy, but at least as part of Josh Salinger's crew of upscale thieves and cons, he can feel good about his job. Right now, his job is Lucius Broadstone. Lucius is a blueblood with a brutal past. He uses his fortune and contacts to help people trying to escape abuse, but someone is doing everything they can to stop him. He needs the kind of help only the Salingers can provide. Besides, he hasn't forgotten the last time he and Chuck Calder collided. The team's good ol' boy and good luck charm is a blue-collar handful, but he is genuinely kind. He takes Lucius's mission seriously, and Lucius has never had that before. In spite of Chuck's reluctance to admit he's a nice guy, Lucius wants to know him better. Chuck's a guaranteed good time, and Lucius is a forever guy. Can Chuck come to terms with his past and embrace the future Lucius is offering? Or is Good Luck Chuck destined to be driving off into the sunset alone forever?" --Back cover
Chuck’s a guaranteed good time, and Lucius is a forever guy. Can they come to terms with their past to embrace the future? Hell-raiser, getaway driver, and occasional knight in tarnished armor Chuck Calder has never had any illusions about being a serious boyfriend. He may not be a good guy, but at least as part of Josh Salinger’s crew of upscale thieves and cons, he can feel good about his job. Right now, his job is Lucius Broadstone. Lucius is a blueblood with a brutal past. He uses his fortune and contacts to help people trying to escape abuse, but someone is doing everything they can to stop him. He needs the kind of help only the Salingers can provide. Besides, he hasn’t forgotten the last time he and Chuck Calder collided. The team's good ol’ boy and good luck charm is a blue-collar handful, but he is genuinely kind. He takes Lucius's mission seriously, and Lucius has never had that before. In spite of Chuck's reluctance to admit he’s a nice guy, Lucius wants to know him better. Chuck’s a guaranteed good time, and Lucius is a forever guy. Can Chuck come to terms with his past and embrace the future Lucius is offering? Or is Good Luck Chuck destined to be driving off into the sunset alone forever?