Of Gold & Blood - Series 4, Books 7 and 8


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From the bustling streets of San Francisco to the sun-kissed shores of Hawaii, Of Gold & Blood Series 4 weaves a tale of passion, intrigue, and sacrifice that spans an ocean and defies social expectations. In Tainted Fortune, Book 7, sugar heiress Leilani Manolo fights to save her family's business in 1870 San Francisco. When a violent street attack leaves a prominent import agent dead in her arms, Leilani finds herself entangled in a web of murder and conspiracy. Enter Aristide Laurent, a French vintner desperate to rebuild his scandal-tainted reputation in the New World. Despite their initial rivalry, Leilani and Aristide are drawn together as they unravel a deadly plot that threatens both their futures. Can they trust each other enough to survive the dangers that lurk in the shadows of the Golden City? Captive Heart, Book 8, continues their story, whisking readers away to the lush paradise of 1870s Hawaii. Leilani, now a royal favorite, faces an impossible choice between duty to her family and the desires of her heart. Aristide, having followed his heart across the Pacific, refuses to let Leilani go without a fight. As they navigate the treacherous waters of Hawaiian high society, a shocking secret emerges that could tear them apart forever – or finally set them free to love. From glittering palace ballrooms to windswept beaches, Leilani and Aristide must find the courage to forge their own path in a world bound by tradition and expectation. Of Gold & Blood Series 4 is a sweeping saga of love, deception, and the courage to defy convention. If you enjoy historical mystery series with richly drawn historical settings, complex characters, and romance that transcends borders, then you'll be captivated by Jenny Wheeler's enthralling tale of two hearts caught between two worlds. Buy Of Gold & Blood Series 4 today and lose yourself in a story where love is the greatest treasure – and the most dangerous gamble of all.




Of Gold & Blood - Book Bundle 3 - Books 5 & 6


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In the sun-baked hills of 1870s Sacramento, where secrets run as deep as the gold veins in the nearby mountains, two couples fight for love, justice, and redemption in this spellbinding duo of tales from the Of Gold & Blood series. Unbridled Vengeance, Book 5, introduces us to Caleb Stewart, an honorable rancher wrongly accused of a brutal double murder. As he battles to clear his name and escape the gallows, he finds an unlikely ally in his enchanting French neighbor, Madeleine Laurent. But Madeleine harbors her own dark past – one that's followed her across an ocean. Blackmailed into silence by her supposedly dead husband, she must choose between protecting Caleb and safeguarding her own life. Can their budding love survive in a world where the past never truly dies? In Hope Redeemed" Book 6, we delve deeper into the Stewart family saga with Caleb's sister, Josefa. Pregnant and mourning her murdered fiancé, Josefa faces scandal and ruin unless she can secure a suitable marriage. Enter Santiago Valaquez, a loyal vaquero who's loved Josefa from afar for years. When Santiago uncovers disturbing secrets about Josefa's new suitor – and his own family history – he must decide whether to risk everything to protect the woman he loves. Can Josefa and Santiago overcome societal barriers and family traditions to find happiness together? From windswept ranches to moonlit haciendas, Of Gold & Blood Series 3 weaves a tapestry of passion, danger, and redemption. If you love deeply drawn characters, heart-pounding suspense, and romance that defies all odds, then you'll be captivated by Jenny Wheeler's enthralling tales of courage and second chances in the wild heart of California. Buy Of Gold & Blood Series 3 today and lose yourself in a world where love is the greatest treasure–and the most dangerous gamble of all.




Home At Last Book Bundle, Books 1 - 3


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Three unstoppable women. Three steadfast men. A shared quest for justice. In historic San Francisco, will love and honor stare down death? 1000+ pages of courage, intrigue and romance against the odds. California, 1870. Bound by a shared desire to protect their loved ones, Sadie, Susannah, and Rosie wrestle mobsters, and battle murder charges and soul-destroying secrets to secure a place to call home. Drawn by New World promise, Adolpho, Jack and Alejandro stake all on realizing their dreams of new hope in a Pacific El Dorado. Attracted by the strength of women they ‘ve met by chance and circumstance, the three California musketeers prepare to risk death in their defence. But as the stakes rise, and danger engulfs them, the desperate femmes refuse the sacrifice. Each determines she’ll battle for her future alone. And as the women push them away, declining help and keeping secrets, the adventurers grapple with frustration and doubt. Are the women they've come to care for deceiving them or simply uninterested in their affections? As danger closes in and the stakes rise higher than ever, the bonds between these remarkable couples are tested to their limits. With misunderstandings and mistrust threatening to tear them apart, will the men continue to stand by the women they love or risk losing them forever. And can the women admit they won’t survive without the intervention of the men they’ve scorned? Filled with intrigue, passion, and the enduring power of love, the Home At Last trilogy navigates treacherous emotions as the characters battle their own doubts and desires and ultimately discover that home is not just a place, but the people who hold your heart. The Home At Last bundle features the first three books in this historical mystery series. If you like enduring romance, captivating characters, and Paris of the West whodunits, then you’ll love Jenny Wheeler’s compelling page-turners. Buy the Home At Last trilogy to lose yourself in timeless romance and intrigue today!




Poppy's Dilemma


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A society belle. A tenacious newshound. A scandal to destroy their lives. Sydney, 1868. Poppy Barclay's privileged life shatters when her father's investment firm collapses amid shocking allegations of fraud. Jilted by her fiancé and shunned by the elite, the beautiful heiress finds herself an outcast, her dreams of a perfect marriage in ruins. She’s determined to fight back, but Poppy's quest for justice pits her against the tenacious journalist Thomas Yates, who is bent on exposing the truth behind the Barclay disgrace. As the former Police Commissioner’s son digs behind lies spun by powerful men, he confronts an agonizing dilemma: pursue the facts and endanger his career, or believe in a woman who rejects his help and dismisses him as a potential suitor. As the conspiracy against Poppy’s family erupts into violence, the former deb is forced to question whether her hostility toward the persistent scribe is justified? Is he an enemy or an unlikely ally? With time running out and dangerous forces closing in, can the mismatched pair overcome their antagonism, or will they allow dirty politics to shatter their dreams and cost them their love? Poppy's Dilemma is the captivating first book in the Sisters of Barclay Square historical mystery series. If you like strong heroines, intriguing sweet romance, and a glimpse behind the glittering façade of colonial high society, then you'll adore Jenny Wheeler’s fast-paced tale of deception and courage. Buy Poppy's Dilemma to uncover the shocking truths today!




Ancient Deception - Book 9 in Of Gold & Blood


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She's a haunted runaway forced to hide from a brutal past. He's a charismatic businessman who despises deception. Can they overcome the lies that separate them and embrace a passion worth everything? California, 1871: Sarah Wyndham has lived a double life since escaping her abusive family and a forced marriage. Fleeing to San Francisco, the gifted mathematician lives incognito as a mousey secretary, in constant terror of discovery. Hawaiian sugar merchant Kaleo Manolo sees beyond the disguise however, and when Sarah’s secrets put her in grave danger, the handsome super surfer steps in as her protector. Traumatised by her brutal past, Sarah is ashamed to tell her story. And she knows her desperate attempt to maintain her secrets could cost Kaleo his life. Burned by her off-handed dishonesty, Kaleo battles growing feelings for a woman whose silence raises alarm bells over her integrity. He’s convinced she is hiding something, but he's determined to keep her safe, even if it means standing against a powerful enemy As they navigate a treacherous web of lies and revenge, Will Sarah learn to trust him enough to confide her shame-filled story? Or will Kaleo’s determination to do the right thing lead to him paying the ultimate price? With time running out and their lives on the line, Sarah and Kaleo risk everything for a chance at freedom. But after Sarah's deception, will Kaleo still believe the truth of her heart? Ancient Deception is the mesmerizing ninth book in the Of Gold & Blood historical mystery series. If you like brilliant heroines, principled heroes, and deadly games of cat and mouse, then you'll love Jenny Wheeler's captivating tale of secrets and sacrifice. Buy Ancient Deception to unravel the web of lies today!




TAINTED FORTUNE Book 9 Of Gold & Blood


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Ensnared in murder, can a Hawaiian sugar heiress and a scandal-ridden French vintner uncover a deadly conspiracy before it's too late? Resolute plantation owner Leilani Manolo must secure a sugar deal for her family business or face ruin. But when San Francisco's most influential import agent dies in her arms, the victim of a murderous street attack, she uncovers an ancient vendetta which threatens her life as well as her family's future. French vintner Aristide Laurent is desperate to avoid more scandal. Craving the prestigious contest win needed to get his vintages into New York and Paris restaurants, he can't afford to involve himself with the stunning Hawaiian accused of murder. But despite his best efforts, he finds himself ensnared in her affairs. Implicated in the killing and driven to save her family's livelihood, Leilani digs deep into a complex conspiracy. And although Aristide endeavors to help, he's forced to fight for his career when his good name is threatened by a shady cabal. Will their struggles to succeed lead them to a tragic end, or can they find a happily ever after? Tainted Fortune is the seventh book in the thrilling Of Gold & Blood Gold Rush romance mystery series. If you like mysterious pasts, unstoppable heiresses, and silver-tongued heroes, then you’ll love Jenny Wheeler’s captivating story. Buy Tainted Fortune for an exquisite tasting of danger today! Tainted Fortune can be read as a stand alone novel, or as part of the ten-book Of Gold & Blood Gold Rush romance mystery series




Three Holiday Novellas (Of Gold & Blood mystery series)


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Do you love sweet romance and twisty family secrets? From Elanora’s New York Christmas, to Josefa’s dilemma on a California ranch and Leilani’s Hawaiian Christmas adventure; three heart-warming novellas laced with mystery for escapist holiday reading. Tangled Destiny Book #4, prequel to ten book Of Gold & blood historical mystery series. New York, 1847. Elanora’s 21st birthday Christmas proposal from sweetheart Eustace is her dream come true. But when she stumbles upon a secret that could tear his family apart, she’s drawn into a love triangle that will have tragic repercussions for the next generation. The colorful prequel to the Of Gold & Blood mystery series. Hope Redeemed Book #6, sequel to #5, Unbridled Vengeance Sacramento Valley, 1870. Josefa’s running out of time to find a suitable husband before she becomes a Californio nobility scandal. But that doesn’t mean she’ll settle for just any man who comes courting… Vaquero Santiago Valaquez is an unlikely candidate until he uncovers family secrets that make proud Josefa see him in a new light. Captive Heart #8, sequel to #7, Tainted Fortune. Honolulu, 1871. Sugar heiress Leilani is considering a ‘dynastic’ marriage to save her inheritance, ignoring her magnetic attraction to a charismatic Frenchman. But when Aristide uncovers betrayal in her inner circle, he faces a torturous choice. Warn her and face life-long rejection - or accept the acclaimed match to a King’s counsellor and see her lose everything she holds dear.




Dangerous Desires - Book 10 - Of Gold & Blood


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She's a reclusive countess considering marriage to a former bad boy. He's a senator with a dark past, ready to enjoy his golden years in peace. When blackmail threatens to expose his secrets, can their love withstand the storm? San Francisco 1870: High society widow Elizabeth Westerhoven is amazed to find herself seriously considering marriage to a life-long acquaintance, Hector de Vile, a former bad boy pirate trader, now a powerful Senator. Reclusive, charitable and wise, she's tempted to re-enter society after years of preferring seclusion. Ruthlessly ambitious Senator Hector de Vile, his darkest secrets buried in the past, is looking forward to introducing Elizabeth, a woman he's long admired from afar, as his wife in Washington power circles. But when a social climbing blackmailer threatens to reveal a close family secret and demands marriage as the price of her silence, Hector is faced with an impossible choice. Risk exposure and blow his recently reconciled family apart? Or publicly humiliate Elizabeth by marrying his courtesan blackmailer, sacrificing any hope of later-in-life love? Can their odd couple romance survive the onslaught of secrets and lies, or will a combination of her trust and his cunning steer them to a safe haven? Dangerous Desires is the riveting conclusion to the Of Gold & Blood historical mystery series. If you like conflicted heroes, shocking twists, and the atmospheric intrigue of Old California, then you'll love Jenny Wheeler's suspenseful tale of a man haunted by his past. Buy Dangerous Desires to unravel a scandalous scheme today!




Poisoned Legacy Book 1 Of Gold & Blood


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Unsolved deaths. Untold treasure. Can she solve the mystery of her inheritance before dark forces claim another victim? Graysie Castellanos is ready to take her final bow. When the traveling singer inherits a rundown mine, she thinks it