Bücher von Lauren Faulkenberry

Louisiana gets a whole lot hotter in this spellbinding story of secrets, betrayal, and seduction. When Enza Parker inherits her estranged grandmother's house, it dredges up a haunting mystery-and puts her in the path of the most alluring man she's ever met.For Enza, Bayou Sabine means pain and heartache: a mother who left her and a father whose lies have caught up with him. Her only fondness for the bayou comes from the summers she spent there with her grandmother, Vergie. Now that Vergie's gone, Enza wants to flip the house and put her past to rest-but this small town is full of big secrets-and it has one more surprise for her.When Enza finds her grandmother's house occupied by sexy firefighter Jack Mayronne, she wants to kick him out. But Jack turns on the charm and convinces her to let him stay in exchange for helping her flip the house. Sparks fly as they share the same roof, and as their fling intensifies, Enza learns that Jack has dangerous secrets of his own. When the truth about her mother's disappearance begins to surface, Enza must decide: how much is she willing to sacrifice to start over-and can she trust Jack with her heart? Note: This book was previously published with the title Bayou My Love."Faulkenberry creates a world of magic, suspense, and desire. An engrossing romance with just the right amount of heat!" -Julie C. Gardner, author of Letters for Scarlet

"Beautifully descriptive and engaging. A delightful story about learning to let go of who you think you need to be and take a risk on happiness." -Orly Konig, author of The Distance Home and founding president of the Women's Fiction Writers Association Sometimes a little trouble-and a lot of Louisiana heat-can help you find your way…This lighthearted novella from award-wining author Lauren Faulkenberry is part romance, part comedy, and all small-town fun.Kate McDonnell has a problem: a problem with four legs and a howl loud enough to wake the whole Bayou. She can't remember why she agreed to dog-sit her best friend's Catahoula, until sexy Sheriff Andre Dufresne stops by and her memories come right back. But Kate can't get seriously involved with anyone right now-she just got cheated on by her scoundrel fiancé, and besides, Bayou Sabine is just a temporary refuge. Maybe Andre would be interested in a light-hearted fling.When Andre Dufresne first met Kate, she was naked as a jaybird and tried to brain him with her hairdryer. But that was months ago. Now, all he wants is to get to know her better. After all, they don't make girls like her where he comes from-whip-smart, fast-talking, straight-shooting, and foxy as all get out. He has his work cut out for him though-Kate is no country girl. She might like him all right, but she can't stop talking about going home.Kate can't resist a short-lived affair with Andre, and Andre isn't about to tell Kate no. Can he convince her that he's worth the trouble? Or will her fear of being hurt again ruin any chance they have of love?

"Bayou Whispers is a rich and emotional story that will draw readers into the heat of the bayou and leave them wanting more." -Tina Ann Forkner, award-winning author of The Real Thing and Waking Up JoyNew love is put to the test in the sultry bayous of Louisiana.Enza Parker has finally found love with sexy firefighter Jack, and through him, she has gained a family, years after her mother abandoned her. With her friend Kate in town, Enza's looking forward to her first Christmas in Bayou Sabine, surrounded by those she cares about most. But instead the holiday brings disaster. One guest puts someone Enza loves in danger, and threatens her relationship with Jack. Another guest brings news that makes Enza question the circumstances surrounding her mother's departure and doubt everything she believed to be truth about her parents.Enza, fleeing Jack and the turmoil in Bayou Sabine, sets off with Kate on a road trip that could bring her solace-or might destroy everything. Will she find answers about her mother's disappearance and the strength to accept the truth? Will she return home in time to save everything that's important to her, and can her bond with Jack be salvaged?