Download or read book Poisoned Legacy Book 1 Of Gold Blood written by Jenny Wheeler and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2018-09-04 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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

Download or read book Of Gold Blood Book Bundle Series 1 Books 1 3 written by Jenny Wheeler and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2018-11-13 with total page 1052 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the treacherous world of 1860s California, can three indomitable women navigate a web of mystery, murder, and forbidden desire to find love and redemption? (Offer includes three full length mysteries - Poisoned Legacy #1, Brother Betrayed #2 and Double Jeopardy, #3.) Graysie Castellanos, Pania Hayes, and Isabella Wilmington, each haunted by their own painful pasts, find themselves drawn into a tangled web of mystery and murder. Enter the Russell brothers: Nathan, the handsome Aussie adventurer with a heart of gold; John, the enigmatic businessman grappling with his own demons; and Sebastian, the rugged Union vet haunted by the ghosts of war. Bound by the unbreakable ties of family and a shared desire for justice, they find themselves irresistibly drawn to the determined women who have captured their hearts. As the stakes grow higher with each passing day, they risk everything to unravel the secrets that threaten to tear them apart. And as the women battle corrupt forces and confront their deepest fears, they must learn to trust in the strength of the steadfast men who stand by their sides. The Of Gold & Blood bundle features the first three books in this captivating historical mystery series. If you like strong heroines, complex characters, and romance that defies the odds, then you'll love Jenny Wheeler's enthralling tales of courage, passion, and suspense. Poisoned Legacy #1, Brother Betrayed #2 and Double Jeopardy, #3 Buy Of Gold & Blood Series 1 (Books 1 – 3) to embark on a thrilling journey of the heart today!

Download or read book Of Gold Blood Series 2 Books 1 4 written by Jenny Wheeler and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2024-05-17 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two Books in One! Of Gold & Blood Gold Rush Mystery Romance Series - Books #1 & #4 California, 1868. New York, 1847. Two generations, one poisonous legacy. Can they break free from the sins of the past? Love, betrayal, and redemption collide in the heart of the California frontier is this captivating two-book bundle that intertwines romance, betrayal, and dark secrets. In Poisoned Legacy, #1 in a ten-book series, showgirl Graysie inherits a cursed gold mine from her enigmatic ‘Uncle’ Eustace. As she and Aussie adventurer Nathan navigate the dangers surrounding the mine, they uncover a tragic past that threatens to destroy their future. Tangled Destiny, the prequel novella, transports readers to New York, 1847, where Graysie's mother, Elanora, faces a devastating choice that will shape the lives of her children and echo down the generations. As the stories unfold, the connections between Eustace, Elanora, and the tragic events haunting Graysie's life become clear. The secrets buried in the past hold the power to reshape the present and future, as Graysie fights to break free from the sins that bind them. Uncover the mysteries that bind Poisoned Legacy and Tangled Destiny together, and embark on an unforgettable adventure in this gripping historical saga. Get the Of Gold & Blood Book Bundle 2 today!

Download or read book Dangerous Desires Book 10 Of Gold Blood written by Jenny Wheeler and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2022-02-12 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!

Download or read book Brother Betrayed Book 2 Of Gold Blood written by Jenny Wheeler and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2018-09-01 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Death casts a dark shadow over the city by the bay. A songbird and silver fox must shine a spotlight on the truth before the killer takes a final bow. San Francisco, 1869: New Zealand-born Pania Hayes has won the hearts of her Californian crowds. But after her husband’s untimely death, the Maori opera singer realizes fame and fortune mean nothing without loved ones to share it with. So when her closest friend gets caught in a web of mysterious deaths and disappearances, she vows to find the real culprit and clear his name… even after her lifelong ally turns his back on her. Hong Kong-born John Russell prides himself on building his business empire from nothing. But after his beloved mentor’s death and business partner’s disappearance, he realizes the company is slipping out of his control. Within the ranks, tensions have turned deadly. And a shameful secret from his past threatens to unleash even more destruction. Without knowing who he can trust, he sets off alone to find his missing partner and piece together his broken legacy. United in their grief but unable to reach out, Pania and Sir John must learn to work together to solve the mystery before more blood is shed. Brother Betrayed is the second standalone book in the captivating Of Gold & Blood historical mystery series. If you enjoy a page-turning romantic mystery that explores the bonds of friendship, the power of redemption, and the courage it takes to face one's deepest fears, this is the book for you. Buy Brother Betrayed to travel back in time for an unforgettable mystery today! Brother Betrayed can be read as a stand alone novel or as part of the Of Gold & Blood mystery series.

Download or read book Ancient Deception Book 9 in Of Gold Blood written by Jenny Wheeler and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2021 with total page 397 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!

Download or read book TAINTED FORTUNE Book 9 Of Gold Blood written by JENNY WHEELER. and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2020 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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

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Download or read book Of Gold Blood Series 4 Books 7 and 8 written by Jenny Wheeler and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2021-03-12 with total page 526 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Home At Last Book Bundle Books 1 3 written by Jenny Wheeler and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2024-05-01 with total page 926 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!

Download or read book Three Holiday Novellas Of Gold Blood mystery series written by Jenny Wheeler and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2021 with total page 412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Download or read book Sadie s Vow Book 1 Home At Last written by Jenny Wheeler and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2022-06-10 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A deathbed promise. An impossible task. Will saving a loved one mean losing everything? New York, 1872. Sadie McGillicuddy’s word is her bond. Swearing to her dying mother to always protect her willful sister, she’s soon tested when her beautiful younger sibling runs off into the night. Jumping on a San Francisco train in hot pursuit, the resourceful young woman evades a gangland enforcer’s unwanted attention with the help of a handsome stranger. Count Dolphie Westerhoven’s future feels uncertain. Grieving a father who just left him penniless, the lone-wolf Austrian is traveling to San Francisco when an intriguing passenger slips into his private carriage. Quick to offer her protection at his aunt’s house, he fears there’s more to her story when her sister falls into a mob boss’s clutches and Sadie is delivered a warning – a severed hand. With her sister refusing to leave the mob boss’s clutches, Sadie despairs of getting them both out with their lives intact. And Dolphie is shocked when his mesmerizing new friend gives him the slip and appears to defect to the gang boss’s side, causing him to question if she’s been conning him all along. Can they set things right before they’re both caught in an outlaw’s trap? Sadie's Vow is the exciting first book in the Home At Last post Gold Rush romance historical mystery series. If you like engrossing characters, twisty suspense, and vivid settings brought to life, then you’ll love Jenny Wheeler’s fast-paced adventure. Buy Sadie's Vow to cross the heart and hope not to die today!

Download or read book Poppy s Dilemma written by Jenny Wheeler and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2024-05-15 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!

Download or read book Rosie s Rebellion written by Jenny and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2023 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rosie Kelly is a resilient Irish actress battling to feed her family. Alejandro de Vile is a wealthy heir in hiding after shooting a man in self defence. When illness and a prospective lynching freeze them in a hostile stand off, will her street smarts save him? And will it be at the cost of her heart? 1872 San Francisco: Rosie Kelly’s heart’s desire is to star on stage so she can support her ailing sister back in New York. When she's injured and is dropped from her show, the charmer she’s categorised as a naïve rich boy arranges medical care for her sister. Alex de Vile is certain Spanish charmer Dionisio Garcia wasn’t involved in the assault that threatened his life, and he can’t understand why Rosie is playing up to the flamboyant playboy. But with his life at stake, he must rely on her resourcefulness to uncover a treacherous double cross that goes right back to his hidden family history. Rosie’s proud spirit tells her Alex’s opinion doesn’t matter, as long as she can unravel the tangled web of murder, bribery, and fake documents in time to save him and repay her debt for her sister’s care. Confronting murders, attempted abductions, and ancient lies, she races to dig out seeds of destruction sown a generation ago, while ignoring her savage pain inside. Will these lovers-in-denial win through, face their fears and admit the truth before it’s too late?

Download or read book Susannah s Secret written by Jenny and published by Happy Families Ltd. This book was released on 2022-12-16 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She’s on the verge of greatness. He’s a self-proclaimed black sheep. When a slaying brings them together, getting locked up could tear them apart… San Francisco, 1872. Susannah Carterton yearns to be accepted as a serious artist. But family comes first, and she accompanies her adored adopted niece back to the guardianship of an unsuitable biological uncle. But when an estranged friend is found murdered and she stands accused, the panicked painter swallows her pride to ask help of the man who loathes her in kind. Jack Cabot is ecstatic to have his youngest relative back home. Determined to be all that she needs, the likable reprobate could do without her striking shrew of an aunt. But when the beautiful busybody desperately requires his aid, he jumps into action to shore up her defense. Grappling with the idea of someone setting her up for jail time, Susannah fears her chance at winning a prestigious exhibition is about to end in a shocking society scandal. And as Jack starts to see the warmth underneath the woman’s cold exterior, he vows to uncover the villain before she’s charged with the crime. Can these enemies-turned-allies call a truce and save everything they love? Susannah's Secret is the uplifting second book in the Home At Last historical mystery series. If you like strong characters, a splash of romance, and captivating whodunits, then you’ll adore Jenny Wheeler’s compelling page-turner. Buy Susannah's Secret to break free of lies today!

Download or read book Tangled Destiny written by Jenny Wheeler and published by Jenny Wheeler. This book was released on 2018 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A promising proposal. A life-changing secret. Will she live out a lie or follow her heart? New York, 1847. Elanora dreams of marrying her childhood sweetheart Eustace. The proposal on her 21st birthday is everything she hoped for, until her fiancé's father dispatches him to the West Indies. After the promise of a white Christmas with the man she loves evaporates, she stumbles upon a secret that could tear Eustace's family apart... After a sudden death further sends Elanora reeling, she's as vulnerable as ever until a gifted photographer comes to her rescue. With the tragic love triangle forming before her eyes and the secret burning within her, she has an impossible Christmas choice. Will Elanora obey the powerful men who want to control her or will she trigger generations of consequences by exposing the truth?