Countermeasure (Countermeasure Series #1)

The second novel of the COUNTERMEASURE SERIES finds Trevor and Cassandra Bauer starting a new life across the pond, where they continue their search for Trevor’s parents. When George Miller, Trevor’s best friend and colleague at the NSA, comes across a new piece of information on his parents’ case, they embark on an adventure, following a digital trail to Saint Petersburg.

Encumbered with the dangerous task of infiltrating a Russia Mafia’s stronghold and recovering stolen files in exchange for the new clue, Trevor finds himself bound to a Russian mafia crime lord. What started as a simple data file recovery turns into a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse, deep in a world of betrayal, hidden identities, and secret agendas.

When plans veer out of control and Cassandra finds herself on the run, her sole focus is ensuring Trevor’s safety—even it if means depending on those who might not have their best interests at heart….

Back in Ireland, Jessica Forrester is busy at her new job helping Cassandra on the case—and even busier trying to find a way into Stephan Connellan’s heart. Little does she realize that her greatest obstacle may be Stephan himself….

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WARNING: Contains graphic situations and language.

NOTE:

The Countermeasure Series also has a tie-in series called Countermeasure: Bytes of Life. This new series of shorts gives the readers glimpses into the day-to-day life of the Countermeasure characters. Although the shorts are standalone stories, they are character-driven, NOT plot-driven. Please be advised that ALL short stories in the spin-off series contain EROTIC content. They are NOT recommended for younger audience. Some of the events that take place in the short stories might be referenced in the novels and vice-versa.

It is strongly advised that you read the novels and shorts in chronological order.
The reading order is:

0 - Uncharted (Short Story - Published)
1 - Countermeasure (Novel - Published)
1a - Ecstasy by the Sea (Short Story - Published)
1b - Cuffed at Midnight (Short Story - Published)
1c - Passion at Dawn (Short Story - Published)
2 - To Russia With Love (Novel - Published)
2a - Blindsided (Short Story - Published)
2b - Lost to Rapture (Short Story - Published)
2c - Bound by Love (Short Story - TBA)
3 - Alternate Connection (Novel - TBA)
3a - London by Moonlight (Short Story - TBA)
4 - Locked and Reloaded (Novel - TBA)

Mystery and thriller writer Cheryl Bradshaw, author of the Sloane Monroe series, invites you along for the most important ride of Sloane’s life...

What if you’d been given a second chance to catch your sister’s killer—would you take it? And if you did, would a lifetime behind bars be justice enough, or would you need to see him dead?

MEET SLOANE

Private Investigator Sloane Monroe has solved every case that’s come across her desk with the exception of one—the brutal murder of her sister Gabrielle.

Three years have passed without a trace of the killer until today, when a young woman’s body is discovered on a patch of dirt in front of the local supermarket at daybreak. Now Sloane is faced with the most difficult challenge of her life—finding a man who’s a master at concealing his identity before he captures his next victim and sends them to eternal rest.

MEET SAM

Park City, Utah was a peaceful place until Sinnerman came to town.

Enter the mind of Sam Reids, a serial killer who slashes his trademark letter S into the wrist of his female victims before he discards their body in the same place he found them.

Who is he, and why does he prey on innocent women?

Ruthless killers...grizzly deaths...escalating stakes...
A clandestine late night meeting in Kentucky, a murder in a seedy St. Paul motel, a mysterious investigator operating in the shadows and dueling political masterminds all collide to provide Mac McRyan with the ultimate test in ELECTING TO MURDER.

Award winning author, Roger Stelljes, delivers an action packed story that is the 3rd full length novel in the McRyan Mystery Series:
FIRST CASE - Prequel
THE ST. PAUL CONSPIRACY
DEADLY STILLWATER
FIRST DEADLY CONSPIRACY - Special Edition 3 Book Box Set

Stelljes' vivid characters, his gift for GRITTY and REAL DIALOGUE (slang, jargon, behind the scenes dialog), as well as his uncanny sense of place and time, will put you in the middle of the action allowing you to feel the desperation of Mac McRyan and his fellow detectives.

Vince Flynn has described Roger Stelljes as "A powerful new thriller voice." Fans of Harlan Coben, John Sandford, David Baldacci and James Patterson will enjoy this dramatic pulse-racing mystery.

Detective Connie Giannelli's life has been torn apart several times. First when her mother died and then years later when she found out her Uncle Dominic was in the mob. Her life is about to be shredded again, and this time it could destroy her.

Connie’s love of family and her badge are both threatened when an undercover drug bust leaves two cops dead and the drugs missing. Internal Affairs is looking for any excuse to take her badge, but she’s not worried about them finding the missing drugs—her secrets could prove to be far worse.

Now Connie’s racing against the clock to figure out who killed her partners and took the drugs—dirty cops or Uncle Dominic’s friends. And she has to do it before IA pins the whole damn thing on her. 

J.J. Graves has seen a lot of dead bodies in her line of work...

She's not only in the mortuary business, but she's also the coroner for King George County, Virginia. When a grisly murder is discovered in the small town of Bloody Mary, it's up to J.J. and her best friend, Detective Jack Lawson, to bring the victim justice.

The murders are piling up...

So when a popular mystery writer shows up on J.J.'s doorstep with plans of writing his new book about the Bloody Mary Serial Killer, J.J. has to decide if he might be going above and beyond the call of duty to create the spine tinglers he's so well known for. The sexual attraction between them only clouds the issue.

And passions are rising...

J.J and Jack discover each victim had a shocking secret, and the very foundation of J.J.'s life is in danger of crumbling when it turns out she’s harboring secrets of her own—secrets that make her a perfect target in a deadly game.

* *   USA TODAY BESTSELLER  * *

"Mondello's latest, a pulse-pounding, pitch-perfect addition to the romantic-suspense genre...the real hook is the nimble tone that shifts from breezy to thrilling and back again with masterful precision. Terrific escapist entertainment, as good as anything in Janet Evanovich's oeuvre." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Named one of Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2012!

Who does she trust when she's living the real life horror of one of her crime novels...

Bestselling crime novelist, Cassie Alvarez, aka Cassie Lang, had murder on her mind when she walked into Rory's Bar under dressed and under cover to research her latest crime novel. Researching the cool, blue-eyed and dashingly handsome man at the end of the bar stirred her senses more than she wanted to admit. But was this man of leather armor all he appeared to be?

Playing White Knight to an innocent wasn't how Detective Jake Santos planned to spend his time under cover. But there was no way "CJ" was what she claimed to be and that nagging tightness in Jake's chest told him he'd better take her home to safety and leave it at that. Then the barroom exploded with gunfire, leaving a trail of dead that includes a notorious Providence crime boss and an undercover FBI agent. When Cassie's name is leaked to the media as the only witness to the grisly murders, Cassie insists she only trusts Jake to protect her.

The FBI wants their star witness happy and will do anything to make sure Cassie testifies. But it is clear to Jake that the shooter isn't the only person who wants Cassie dead. Not knowing who to trust, he vows to protect Cassie at all cost despite the fact that guarding the beautiful novelist is a serious distraction.

On sale for limited time. Get in on the secret - join thousands of readers in discovering #WhoKilledDianaFerguson. Should we dig for the truth when Pandora's Box is a coffin of buried secrets? For twenty-five years, Diana Ferguson's killer has gotten away with murder. When rookie obit writer and newsroom editorial assistant Kris Langley investigates the cold case of the artistic young cocktail waitress who was obsessed with Greek and Roman mythology, not only does she fall in love with Diana's sexy nephew, but she must fight to stay off the obituary page herself. A unique blend of literary mystery, cozy mystery and romantic suspense.

Reviews: 

This has to be one of my favorite mystery books that I've read this year...Book club groups will enjoy this book because there is so much that happens between its pages. Book-Club-Queen

Ms. Juba takes control and leads her readers the direction she wants them to move in and you won't be able to figure out the ending until she is ready for you to. All in all, this is a wonderful book. Lynn Cunningham, Fresh Fiction

A satisfying mystery with a layered plot. The characters are believable and memorable. Veronica Marie Beaumont, The Romance Reviews

There are enough twists, and possible suspects, in this story to make it entertaining and keep readers turning the pages all the way to its very satisfying end. The Romance Studio

A Romance Writers of America RITA Award Finalist by New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author, Jane Graves.

She doesn't know he's a cop on vacation. He doesn't know she's a wrongly accused fugitive on the run. When the truth comes out, all hell breaks loose!

To escape a big, bad bounty hunter hot on her trail, Renee Esterhaus steps into a country diner and offers John DeMarco a night of wild, screaming sex if he'll take her back to his cabin immediately. John knows something's up with the beautiful blond, but because she's the kind of woman he can never refuse, he ignores his cop instincts and takes her up on her offer. When Renee escapes with his car instead, John is furious. Once he grabs her again, he’s determined to haul her to jail, but she insists she's innocent. Against all odds, he's starting to believe her. Soon he's working with her to clear her name, and this wildly mismatched couple is learning about love on the run!

PRAISE FOR I GOT YOU, BABE

"This rollicking romantic comedy explodes off the starting block...Graves's ready wit and charismatic characters are an abundant source of comic relief. Readers looking for a strong hero and a feisty heroine who face off against each other will enjoy this fast paced tale." -- Publishers Weekly

"Romantic comedy doesn't get much better than this!" -- Patricia Rouse, Romantic Times Columnist

"Jane Graves doesn't miss a beat in this refreshingly down-to-earth take on a man and woman on opposite sides of the law. I GOT YOU, BABE is a perfect balance of romance, humor and action. The dialogue is snappy, the heat turned up, and the characters very real." -- Cherry Adair, New York Times bestselling author

"Hold on to your hats…Jane Graves is launching readers on a wild, outrageous, and touching adventure that is well worth the ride!" -- Jill Smith, Romantic Times

"Jane Graves never fails to enchant me…fasten your seatbelts for a fun, rollicking ride!" -- Stephanie Bond, bestselling author

"Jane Graves will win your heart." -- Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling author