Talk about bringing your work home with you! Detective Lisa Anderson not only is given the case of finding out who holds the contract on Alex's life but she's also given the assignment of using her home as a safe house for him until these people are found. She's protected herself against involvement from anyone by comparing them to her late husband, especially anyone involved with law enforcement. None of the arguments she has used before, though, stops her silly heart from wanting Alex. But she can't afford to make the same mistake again--not when his life hangs in the balance. Detective Alex Marshall has known her for less than twenty-four hours, but already, he can't imagine his life without her. He knows they are playing a dangerous game--and that it has nothing to do with the people that are after him--and everything to do with their sanity. He knows in his heart he has found someone he can love for the rest of his life. He's also willing to risk whatever it takes to prove it. But can he get through to her before it's too late, or will this case destroy any chance he might have to change her mind about him?

Carly has just seen her dreams of a boutique go up in smoke, but with the help of firefighter Noah and his K-9 partner, they set out to track down the arsonist behind the blast...as they create enough sparks to ignite a five-alarm fire of their own.

Danger is heating up... When Carly Reese’s beloved fashion boutique catches fire, she sees her dreams go up in smoke. The good news is that Carly was saved from the flames by a barking dog nearby. She soon discovers the heroic pooch is a trained K-9 who’s guarding his unconscious partner ...a gorgeous firefighter who ends up in Carly’s arms. Noah Glover and his K-9 are a fearless duo, and Noah has clearly met his match with the brave, beautiful Carly. Soon they team up to track down the arsonist behind the blast – a psychotic criminal who’s intent on framing Noah. Meanwhile, the sparks between Noah and and Carly could ignite a five-alarm fire. Should they smother their feelings in the name of justice...or fan the flames of passion? Find out in Explosive Forces! “A power-packed tale of romance and suspense...Rival Forces is Ayres’ best yet.”—RT Book Reviews (Top Pick!)

From reporter to witness on the run… The next exciting Military K-9 Unit story Just before the K-9 training center explodes, reporter Heidi Jenks spots the bomber—and now he wants her dead. While military explosives expert First Lieutenant Nick Donovan doesn’t trust journalists, it’s his duty to protect Heidi. And with a killer circling closer, he and his bomb-sniffing K-9 are all that stands between Heidi and someone planning to silence her for good.

Provides a sensitive, practical approach to managing a child's severe noncompliance. temper outbursts and verbal or physical aggression at home and school. May also be useful for parents of children with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD).