In this steamy romance, a military man seeks solitude in a small town but is drawn to his feisty, alluring neighbor, leading to unexpected connections and passion.

Scientist Maryse Robicheaux thought a lot of her problems had gone away with her mother-in-law’s death. The woman was rude, pushy and used her considerable wealth to run herd over the entire town of Mudbug, Louisiana. Unfortunately, death doesn’t slow down Helena one bit, and Agent Luc LeJeune’s arrival in town is yet another complication for Maryse.

Inheriting a mysterious mansion, Abby uncovers dark family secrets while falling for contractor Tom. Together, they face love and danger in the charming town of Jewell Cove.