Ali Vali's writing is deeply infused with her Cuban heritage, incorporating traditions and language that add a rich texture to her narratives, a passion for storytelling nurtured from childhood. Her current residence near New Orleans provides a fertile ground for inspiration, with the unique atmosphere of Louisiana influencing her creative output. Vali is known for her ability to craft compelling romantic stories that explore complex character dynamics and emotional depth. Her distinctive voice and skillful storytelling make her work a captivating choice for readers.
Family is everything to Cain Casey, who cherishes her close-knit relationships with Emma, Hayden, Hannah, and the new baby. However, as hidden enemies emerge, she faces challenges that put her happiness and business at risk. This situation compels Cain to reevaluate whether the pursuit of a perfect life may actually be her greatest danger.
Set against the backdrop of post-Hurricane Katrina New Orleans, Detective Sept Savoie faces a challenging return to work after recovering from a gunshot wound. Her first case—a ritualistic murder—quickly spirals into a series of killings. Complicating her investigation is Nicole Voles, a celebrity crime writer whose interest in the case and in Sept's partner, Keegan, adds tension. As Sept races against time to catch the killer, she must also navigate the potential threat Nicole poses to her personal life and professional focus.
Detective Sept Savoie struggles with personal relationships, believing they are more challenging than solving a serial killer case. As she delves into her current investigation, she confronts the complexities of both her professional and personal life, leading her to reassess her views on love and connection.
Brains, guts, and ruthless ambition should be enough to come out on top in any fight. Except when the battle is over love, all bets are off. Derby Cain Casey was groomed from birth to take the reins of the Casey family enterprises, which just happens to be one of the major crime organizations in New Orleans. Surviving by never turning away from a fight and knowing how to win at all costs, Cain is as careful with her heart as she is with her business - until she meets Emma Verde. The farm girl from Wisconsin puts a hit out on Cain’s heart and leads her down a dangerous road filled with great joy and devastating sorrow. The Devil Inside is the story of unexpected passion, a shattering betrayal, and the challenge of love put to the test.
The story revolves around the impending wedding and planned baby of Harry and Desi, who reunite after sixteen years apart. Rachel, Desi's sister, grapples with her feelings for Harry's ex, Serena, complicating her desire for love. Meanwhile, danger looms as Desi's vengeful ex-husband, Byron, escapes from prison with a deadly mission against the trio. Themes of love, loyalty, and the haunting nature of the past intertwine, creating a tense narrative where survival becomes paramount for all involved.
Levi Montbard, a passionate historian, embarks on a thrilling quest after acquiring a mysterious scroll at her New Orleans antiquities shop. This journey takes her across continents—from London to Morocco and through the Sahara Desert—as she investigates the intriguing tale of a female Templar Knight. What begins as a seemingly absurd legend transforms into an obsession for Levi, driving her to uncover the truth behind the scroll's revelations, no matter the cost.
In a high-stakes undercover mission, Commander Berkley Levine and Captain Aidan Sullivan face treachery as they pursue a former vice president and his militia intent on overthrowing the government. With the threat of assassination and attacks from within, their trust in allies is shaken, and each step deeper into danger reveals a more perilous landscape. As they fight to survive, their personal relationship hangs in the balance, complicating their mission amidst escalating tension and uncertainty.
"Kendal Richoux's life began during the reign of Egypt's only female pharaoh. After accepting the opportunity to drink the elixir of the sun, Kendal becomes immortal and the Genesis Clan's slayer. History has taught her the dangers of getting too close to anyone who hasn't harnessed the power of time. After many years, she returns to New Orleans to finish a job she's trained for all her life. It's time for he to face her brother Henri, and it will have dire consequences to mankind if she fails. Piper Marmande believes Kendal has come to take over the company her family has built over generations. As Kendal prepares for the most important battle of her long life, Piper does her best to uncover every one of Kendal's secrets, making herself a distraction Kendal can't afford as she hunts Henri and Ora, the vampire who seduced him to a life of darkness"--Page 4 of cover
Commander Berkley Levine is content with her life as a Top Gun instructor in Fallon, Nevada, flying F-18s for the Navy and trying to get over the death of her sister. A change of government and a new equality initiative places Captain Aidan Sullivan at the helm of the Navy’s newest carrier, the USS Jefferson. Her first mission could have serious international consequences if she fails. Aidan’s orders are to destroy two sites housing the nuclear program of an unfriendly nation, and she can think of only one person she trusts enough to get the job her old lover Berkley.Blue Skies will take you from Fallon, Nevada, to the Sea of Japan and beyond, as Berkley leads an elite group of pilots over enemy territory. As they embark on this adventure, Berkley and Aidan try to rediscover what they gave up for family, duty, and country.
Returning to her small hometown of Chackbay, Louisiana, after years away, Jaxon Lavigne grapples with the complexities of her past and the disapproval of her parents. As a successful English lit professor, she feels content in her life, but the unexpected invitation to her fifteen-year high school reunion forces her to confront unresolved feelings and memories. The story explores themes of nostalgia, personal growth, and the challenges of reconciling one's present with a complicated past.