"Austin's first Beauty and the Brit book takes an all-too-familiar trope and turns it into something remarkable... an engaging work on a number of levels and the sum total is a novel that is unique, erotic, and passionate."―RT Book Reviews, 4 ½ stars, Top Pick!
Allie Campbell will do anything to hold onto her family home―including entering into an unusual arrangement with the brooding, wealthy Englishman that now holds the deed.
Allie is determined to take care of her family, no matter the cost. But when her father loses their home to British tycoon Trevor Blake, Allie finds herself forced to plead for more time to pay off the loan...and if she has to use her own body as collateral, then so be it.
Trevor isn't moved by Allie's story. But when Allie impulsively offers to do anything to keep the house, he's intrigued enough to raise the stakes: for the next two months, she must cater to his every need, no matter how depraved. To his amazement, she agrees.
Allie has no intention of enjoying her time with the arrogant, domineering Brit, but it doesn't take long before he's got her aching for his touch―and he'll do whatever it takes to make her beg...
Beauty and the Brit Series: His Every Need (Book 1) His Kind of Trouble (Book 2) His Too Keep (Book 3)

His Every Need (Beauty and the Brit, 1)

Literature & Fiction

Austin, Terri L.

United States

Sourcebooks Casablanca

A QUIRKY, FEISTY HEROINE... "With twists, turns and surprises that left me hanging on right to the end, I couldn't put it down. I absolutely can't wait to see what is in store for Rose and her quirky friends next." - Cozy Mystery Book Reviews As a struggling waitress and part-time college student, Rose Strickland's life is stalled in the slow lane. But when her close friend, Axton, disappears, Rose suddenly finds herself serving up more than hot coffee and flapjacks. Now she's hashing it out with sexy bad guys and scrambling to find clues in a race to save Axton before his time runs out. With her anime-loving bestie, her septuagenarian boss, and a pair of IT wise men along for the ride, Rose discovers political corruption, illegal gambling, and shady corporations. She's gone from zero to sixty and quickly learns when you're speeding down the fast lane, it's easy to crash and burn. Praise for DINERS, DIVES &amp; DEAD ENDS "Austin's debut kicks off her planned series by introducing a quirky, feisty heroine and a great supporting cast of characters and...quite a number of interesting twists." - Kirkus Reviews "This traditional mystery captured my attention from the opening pages to the exhilarating finale...this was an enjoyable read in this debut series and I look forward to more adventures with Rose and the gang for years to come." - Dru Ann Love, The Cozy Chicks Blog "I predict this will be a long and successful series...I strongly recommend picking a copy up to read this summer. I know I am looking forward to reading more books by this author. Five stars out of Five." -Lynn Farris, National Mystery Review Examiner at Examiner.com "What a blast! Diners, Dives &amp; Dead Ends is a fast-paced mystery loaded with wonderful wit and humor that had me laughing and loving every page. Terri Austin will hook you right away and keep you riveted until The End. I want more!" - Ann Charles, Award-Winning Author of the Bestselling Deadwood Mystery Series Books in the Rose Strickland Humorous Mystery Series: DINERS, DIVES &amp; DEAD ENDS (#1) LAST DINER STANDING (#2) DINER IMPOSSIBLE (#3) DINERS KEEPERS, LOSERS WEEPERS (Novella after DINER IMPOSSIBLE in HEARTACHE MOTEL) Part of the Henery Press Mystery Series Collection, if you like one, you'll probably like them all...

Diners, Dives & Dead Ends

Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Mystery

Henery Pr

A WONDERFULLY WRITTEN HUMOROUS MYSTERY... "Fast, fun, and full of laughs! Last Diner Standing has it all-mystery, action, suspense, and a spicy dash of romance. If you enjoy humor and thrills along with your mysteries, Terri Austin's second Rose Strickland Mystery is a must-read!" - Ann Charles, Award-Winning Author of the Deadwood Mystery Series Rose Strickland is having a blue Christmas. Her friend is arrested for attempted murder, her sexy bad guy crush is marked by a hit man, and her boss is locked in an epic smackdown with a rival diner. Determined to save those she loves, Rose embarks on an investigation more tangled than a box of last year's tree lights. With her eclectic gang at the ready, Rose stumbles across dead bodies, ex-cons, chop shops, jealous girlfriends, jilted lovers, and a gaggle of strippers in a battle for freedom she might not survive. Praise for LAST DINER STANDING: "Austin's second course has the menu of feisty underemployed gal detective with a side order of romance down pat." - Kirkus Reviews "OMG! There's no sophomore slump here in the second book starring spitfire Rose Strickland....This fast-paced and action-filled story kept me plowing through the pages as fast as I could because I had to know what happens next in this thrilling and riveting drama. This is a great read and I'm looking forward to the next book with Rose and her friends in this terrific series." - Dru's Book Musings Books in the Rose Strickland Humorous Mystery Series: DINERS, DIVES &amp; DEAD ENDS (#1) LAST DINER STANDING (#2) DINER IMPOSSIBLE (#3) DINERS KEEPERS, LOSERS WEEPERS (Novella after DINER IMPOSSIBLE in HEARTACHE MOTEL) Part of the Henery Press Mystery Series Collection, if you like one, you'll probably like them all...

Last Diner Standing

“The contrast between Rose’s two opposing worlds is as compelling as it is entertaining…Rose’s impulsive nature is never overshadowed by common sense, and her quick wit and humor guarantee that readers will be delighted by this action-packed mystery.” – Kings River Life Magazine
“Full of lots of twists and turns, which made for a very exciting read….I will definitely be reading more from this author. Highly recommended!” – Obsessed Book Reviews
“Rose is a wonderful main character. She has just the right amount of spunk. The story was great and I can't wait to read the rest of this series.” – Bookschellves
Rose Strickland’s life is complicated...
Besides her waitressing gig, Rose works part-time for Andre Thomas, a PI with no faith in Rose’s ability to investigate, her love life with Sullivan has stalled, and her BFF, Roxy, has found a new bestie, leaving Rose out in the cold.
Determined to prove herself, Rose takes a case on the sly. As she searches for a missing MMA fighter, Rose discovers an illegal fight club, a group of ruthless businessmen, dead bodies, and a trail of drugs. Hunting down clues that lead too close to home, Rose finds herself in the fight of her life. Can she beat the killer to the punch before she gets knocked out for good?
 Related subjects include: cozy mysteries, women sleuths, murder mystery series, whodunit mysteries (whodunnit), amateur sleuth books, book club recommendations, humorous murder mysteries.
Books in the Rose Strickland Humorous Mystery Series:
• DINERS, DIVES &amp; DEAD ENDS (#1) • LAST DINER STANDING (#2) • DINER IMPOSSIBLE (#3) • DINERS KEEPERS, LOSERS WEEPERS (novella after DINER IMPOSSIBLE in HEARTACHE MOTEL) • DINER KNOCK OUT (#4)
Part of the Henery Press Mystery Series Collection, if you like one, you'll probably like them all…

Diner Knock Out (A Rose Strickland Mystery)

Henery Press

Diner Knock Out

"Rose is an absolutely fascinating character who continually struggles against the expectations of her privileged family...The contrast between Rose's two opposing worlds is as compelling as it is entertaining...Rose's impulsive nature is never overshadowed by common sense, and her quick wit and humor guarantee that readers will be delighted by this action-packed mystery." - Kings River Life Magazine "Full of lots of twists and turns, which made for a very exciting read....I will definitely be reading more from this author. Highly recommended!" - Obsessed Book Reviews "Rose is a wonderful main character. She has just the right amount of spunk. The story was great and I can't wait to read the rest of this series." - Bookschellves Rose Strickland's life is complicated. Besides her waitressing gig, she works part-time for Andre Thomas, a PI with no faith in Rose's ability to investigate, her love life with Sullivan has stalled, and her BFF, Roxy, has found a new bestie, leaving Rose out in the cold. Determined to prove herself, Rose takes a case on the sly. As she searches for a missing MMA fighter, Rose discovers an illegal fight club, a group of ruthless businessmen, dead bodies, and a trail of drugs. Hunting down clues that lead too close to home, Rose finds herself in the fight of her life. Can she beat the killer to the punch before she gets knocked out for good? Related subjects include: cozy mysteries, women sleuths, murder mystery series, whodunit mysteries (whodunnit), amateur sleuth books, book club recommendations, humorous murder mysteries. Books in the Rose Strickland Humorous Mystery Series: • DINERS, DIVES &amp; DEAD ENDS (#1) • LAST DINER STANDING (#2) • DINER IMPOSSIBLE (#3) • DINERS KEEPERS, LOSERS WEEPERS (novella after DINER IMPOSSIBLE in HEARTACHE MOTEL) • DINER KNOCK OUT (#4) Part of the Henery Press Mystery Series Collection, if you like one, you'll probably like them all... Author Bio: As a girl, Terri L. Austin thought she'd outgrow dreaming up stories and creating imaginary friends. Instead, she's made a career of it. She met her own Prince Charming and together they live in Missouri. She loves to hear from readers. Drop her a note at www.TerriLAustin.com.

DINER KNOCK OUT

Four novellas filled with passion, magic and deep, dark secrets… Shadow of Truth by Shannon K. ButcherSocially awkward nerd and video game designer Winnifred Archer has a rich fantasy life. So, when a badass, sword-wielding warrior decides he wants her, she’s not sure whether or not he’s real. She’s not equipped to handle a man like him, or the things he wants from her, but she must find a way to face her fears and fight by his side or she will lose everyone she loves. Badass Bear by Kathy LyonsHiding from the secret that ended her last relationship, flight attendant Margaret Taylor settled for the next best thing to love: a friends-only status with her handsome, paraplegic neighbor, Gary Baldner. But Gary has a secret, too. It’s about to break free, upend their worlds, and bring them both perfect happiness.Nowhere to Hide by Terri L. AustinRunning for her life, Hailey managed to escape from the psychotic billionaire who imprisoned and tortured her. Now using her secret clairvoyant powers, she’s trying to stay one step ahead of certain death. Sexy sorcerer, Vane, has a duty to take down Hailey’s enemy, even if it means using her as bait. Shards of Light by Anna ArgentWhen Lark witnesses a bizarre murder, a decade-old secret resurfaces and forces her to find her old flame. Dex is no longer the easygoing guy she knew. He’s dark, deadly and involved with a secret society that believes magic is real and hunts down those who abuse it. As their passion reignites, Dex must find a way to keep the darkness in his life from touching Lark or he will end up just like the things he hunts.

The Secret She Keeps: Four Paranormal Romance Stories

Romance

Butcher, Shannon K.

Lyons, Kathy

Argent, Anna

Collections & Anthologies

Silver Linings Media, LLC

Last Diner Standing (A Rose Strickland Mystery)

Humor & Satire

Terri L. Austin

Besides her waitressing gig, Rose works part-time for Andre Thomas, a PI with no faith in Rose's ability to investigate, her love life with Sullivan has stalled, and her BFF, Roxy, has found a new bestie, leaving Rose out in the cold.Determined to prove herself, Rose takes a case on the sly. As she searches for a missing MMA fighter, Rose discovers an illegal fight club, a group of ruthless businessmen, dead bodies, and a trail of drugs. Hunting down clues that lead too close to home, Rose finds herself in the fight of her life. Can she beat the killer to the punch before she gets knocked out for good?

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