Davis Bunn ist ein international gefeierter Autor, dessen Werke in zwanzig Sprachen übersetzt wurden und sich über sieben Millionen Mal verkauft haben. Seine Schriften werden für ihre Fähigkeit gelobt, fesselnde historische und spannende Erzählungen zu schaffen, die die Leser in ihren Bann ziehen. Bunn ist auch ein gefragter Dozent für die Kunst des Schreibens und wirkt als Writer in Residence am Regent's Park College der Universität Oxford. Sein literarischer Beitrag liegt in seiner meisterhaften Verbindung von Spannung, historischen Elementen und nachdenklicher Auseinandersetzung.
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of North Carolina's Outer Banks, this romantic tale weaves together themes of second chances and bittersweet love. Readers can expect a blend of adventure and heartfelt moments as characters embark on a thrilling quest, offering a feel-good experience reminiscent of works by Nicholas Sparks and Karen Kingsbury. This story marks the beginning of an engaging new series by internationally bestselling author Davis Bunn, promising captivating standalone narratives filled with emotion.
Set in the charming coastal town of Miramar Bay, this heartwarming story revolves around childhood friends who reunite during the holiday season. As they navigate their past and present, themes of second chances and the spirit of Christmas unfold, offering readers a delightful blend of nostalgia and hope. With a focus on the power of friendship and the magic of the holidays, this tale promises to resonate with fans of heartfelt narratives.
CIA field agent Kelly Kaiser is drawn into a dangerous, top-secret mission to stop the number of people affected by the rowan tree's mysterious forces getting out of control. Junior CIA field agent Kelly Kaiser jumps at the chance to lead a risky mission to enter Mexico and gather refugees from under the nose of the notorious drug lord who murdered her fianc�. When the mission takes a revenge-fuelled twist, Kelly finds herself facing dismissal, but Agnes Pendalon, the CIA's chief 'spook' lady, has other ideas. Kelly must lead a new, top-secret team to hunt down everyone infected by a magical, mysterious rowan tree's supernatural forces, and stop the outbreaks getting out of control. Facing an enemy she cannot see or define, Kelly is pulled into a war between alien forces and humanity, and soon discovers that there is more to her fianc�'s death than meets the eye . . .
"Four years after his wife's death, art history teacher Derek Gaines has finally made a kind of peace with himself. He tries his best to stave off memories. His days are ones of familiar routine. Guarded against further pain, he keeps relationships at a safe distance. It's all part of his necessary transition to surviving alone. If anything is truly responsible for Derek making it back from the brink, it's his edifying work as a consultant for auction houses--and indulging a consuming sideline job: tracking stolen art. But Derek's latest hunt will lead him toward challenges both professional and personal that he's not prepared to face. He discovered the art of falling in love again . . . Joining Derek on his quest is Kelly Reid, the new junior vice president of gallery operations at Christie's Los Angeles. She is driven, ambitious, fiercely passionate about her work--and a fellow wounded kindred spirit. Bitterly immune to men's promises, she's never letting herself be vulnerable again. Yet even as trust and affection remain frightening territory, a tenuous start to her partnership with Derek slowly builds toward something more. And soon, both will be tested beyond anything they could have imagined--in the deepening mystery of a lost painting, and in matters of the heart, which can be the greatest mystery of all."-- Provided by publisher
"Ryan Eames is a policewoman and single mother dedicated most of all to her lonely, uniquely gifted son. Stretched thin by double shifts and grappling with an out-of-season coastal wildfire, Christmas cheer feels as far away as a distant carol on a winter night. Until duty draws her into the life of a stranger. Ethan Lange is alive because Ryan reached his canyon home before the blaze. Christmas is only days away, and Ethan has lost everything. A man reckoning with a painful past, it's not the first time he's been forced to start over. At least now it's in the redeeming embrace of Miramar Bay. Forging an animal rescue operation, Ryan and Ethan first unite by their cause and the rally of a close-knit community. But it's Ryan's extraordinary child who draws them into something deeper and surprising. Something to be thankful for. Now with every beat of their hearts, Christmas in Miramar Bay looks to be a season of love, healing, and sweet mercies that will be remembered for a lifetime."-- Provided by publisher
A few months before his twenty-first birthday, Ethan missed the chance to save his brother's life. Adrian was murdered on the steps of the courthouse in Jacksonville, Florida. Ever since that fateful day, Ethan has sensed a deep disconnect between the man he should have been and the one he has become. His days play out a beat too slow, his mind rehashing the scene of his failure again and again.
Six years ago, Daniel was a successful financial analyst in Los Angeles, living a glamorous life until a tragic accident claimed his fiancée. Overwhelmed by grief and guilt, he relocated to the serene seaside town of Miramar Bay with his loyal rescue Labradoodle. Now, Daniel is clean, sober, and focused on himself, taking life one day at a time. Just as he begins to feel the weight of solitude, two unexpected visitors enter his life. His self-absorbed sister has severed ties with several relationships, including her own daughter, Nicole, whom she has dropped off with Daniel. Nicole, feeling disconnected from her mother and the world, finds herself lost in a new environment with an uncle she barely knows. Surprisingly, Daniel's role as a surrogate father helps him forge a bond he desperately needs. Complicating matters is the potential for romance with Stella Dalley, a single mother grappling with her own trauma. Both Daniel and Stella are cautious about love, yet their shared struggles may lead to healing. For Daniel, Stella, and Nicole, there remains hope for a brighter future, but it hinges on their ability to trust one another and themselves.
A disillusioned business executive seeking to escape from his tyrannical father's shadow and a psychotherapist with a tragic past discover unexpected healing, freedom, and love in the solitude of a Miramar Bay retreat.
From the internationally bestselling author comes a deeply emotional novel that explores the challenges of living, the joys of loving, and the bittersweet act of letting go. Since age seven, Lucius Quarterfield has known he is dying, with doctors predicting he might not see his next birthday. Against all odds, he not only survives but thrives, transforming a small car dealership into a successful chain. Now, at twenty-eight, he returns to the California seaside town of Miramar Bay, where he felt happiest and near the only woman he ever truly wanted.
Jessica, the only daughter of the town's dentist, embodies simplicity and charm, captivating Lucius from their first encounter. Her carefree spirit and playful wit provide a refreshing contrast to his work-driven life. As they fall in love, Lucius struggles with the desire to protect her from the pain of his impending fate, leading him to pull away. Determined not to repeat that mistake, he resolves to make the most of his remaining time, cherishing every moment with Jessica and others on his journey.
Warm-hearted and wonderfully moving, this powerful tale of first love and second chances will resonate with readers long after the last page is turned.
When Connor Larkin boards a late night bus in downtown LA, he's not sure where he's going or what he's looking for. Putting his acting career - and his fiancée - on hold, he's searching for something he can't define, a part of himself he lost on the road to success. Once he dreamed of being a singer in the classic style of Sinatra and Bennett. But his lean good looks soon landed him in movies as the sexy "bad guy"--And in the arms of a famous young heiress. Now, with his wedding day approaching, Connor finds himself stepping into the sleepy seaside town of Miramar Bay - where one remarkable woman inspires him to rethink all of his choices