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They hired her to be an assistant. And they trained her to be a spy. But can Jessica survive the storms ahead? High up in Seattle's most luxurious office tower a powerful woman conceals a dangerous secret. Dana Duke, the CEO of a prestigious staffing firm, offers exquisitely trained executive assistants to the city's business elite. Her assistants are brilliant, beautiful, and willing to do whatever it takes to advance the agency's interests. In return, they're offered pay and perks beyond their wildest dreams. When Dana offers Jessica an orientation period at the agency, it seems her troubles might finally be over. But as the demands of the job become increasingly dangerous, and as the consequences of her work turn deadly, Jessica will be thrust into a maelstrom of danger and betrayal. The Assistant is part one of the Emerald City Spies Trilogy
_Lights! Camera! Murder?_ When the world-famous Sweetie Pie Baking competition comes aboard the Adventurous Spirit, Ellie can't wait to get a behind-the-scenes look at the hit television show. But when one of the contestants goes overboard, the perplexing nature of the crime scene has Ellie and security officer Paul Gumbs scratching their heads. Was the death a suicide or did a bitter rivalry turn deadly? When a celebrity guest makes a shocking claim, rumors float through the ship like vapor. Did a murderous ghost push the victim into the churning waters below? Ellie isn't having it! She knows ghosts aren't real and that the killer was made of flesh and bone. But if that's true, how did they get into and out of locked stateroom without leaving a trace?
Captain Kevin West is coming aboard the S.V. Adventurous Spirit for his retirement ceremony and Ellie can't wait to meet him. The outgoing captain is one of Ben's oldest and dearest friends, and West has brought along his senior officers from the Spirit's sister ship, the S.V. Adventurous Soul. In just a few days' time, West will transfer control of the Soul to his protege, First Officer Emily Newhouse. When tragedy strikes in the dark of night it seems the untimely death was linked to a troubling criminal conspiracy. As the trail of deception leads to a shocking revelation, and after long-held secrets come to light, Ellie begins to wonder... Was this murder committed by someone she loves?
"My name is Kat Voyzey, and I am made up of one-third caffeine, one-third bone and muscle, and one-third crippling self-doubt. As the caffeine fades, self-doubt rushes in to fill the empty places." Six months ago, Kat Voyzey quit her job at Holy Heart Medical Center to become an independent private investigator. Now, as the owner of Voyzey Investigations, she's ready to make the world a better place, one satisfied client at a time. That was the plan, at least. But the life of a PI is far grimmer than she expected. Her clients are dodgy as hell, the work is depressing, and her temper is getting her into trouble left and right. She left a steady paycheck behind, for this? Kat's ears perk up when she hears about Haley Green. The college freshman disappeared from her bedroom early one morning, and no one's been able to find her. Elated at the prospect of a real missing persons case, Kat jumps in to track her down. But from the very start, none of the stories line up. Everyone swears they want the missing woman found. But if that's true, why are Haley's roller derby teammates playing defense against the truth?
Ellie Tappet’s retirement plans were put on hold when her beloved husband Ronnie passed away. Two years later, with her children grown and the rest of her life ahead of her, she’s ready to have the adventure she’d planned before her life was turned upside-down. It's time to take her very first cruise! When she comes aboard the SV Adventurous Spirit, Ellie’s surprised to be assigned a cabin inside the cruise line’s singles club at sea, but she can tell her fellow travelers could use some advice. Unfortunately, her matchmaking efforts are interrupted when a passenger finds a finger with a big diamond ring on it in her Sangria Surprise! Guests are scandalized and tongues are wagging a...
The year is 1964, and Roberta Fliss has her hands full managing her husband's swanky Las Vegas nightclub, the Three Queens. Times are tough, but when they're invited to a high-stakes poker tournament aboard a luxury yacht, the couple hopes to take home the grandest of prizes. Their host, Vincent "Vinnie" Malone, is a powerful member of the newly founded Vegas Gambling Commission, and after years of scraping by, it seems Roberta and George's fortunes are on the rise. But Lady Luck takes more often than she gives, and this game is about to turn deadly... In this Ellie Tappet Prequel novella, you'll meet the formidable Roberta Crowley decades before she and Ellie ever met. How did Roberta come to own a cruise line? And what really happened to her first husband? Take a trip back in time to the neon city for an origin story you'll never forget.
Ellie Tappet is back aboard the S.V. Adventurous Spirit and eager to make a splash as the cruise line's first ever singles coordinator. As the newest crew member she knew she’d have a lot to learn. What she hadn’t expected was a frosty reception! The rumor mill is working overtime and it seems she’s made enemies without even trying. To keep her dream job, she must prove herself, and quickly. Ellie sees the potential for a romance or two but these singles refuse to mingle! She comes up with a creative solution: a masked karaoke contest. With faces hidden from view, guests can have a moment in the spotlight and make new friends in the process. There’s nothing like a friendly competition to get people talking. A tragedy on opening night has everyone reeling. But is Ellie imagining a crime where none exists? It’s all hands on deck for a cozy mystery adventure with the unstoppable Ellie Tappet.
How many Tappets does it take to solve a murder? When Ellie’s kids surprise her by coming aboard the S.V. Adventurous Spirit she couldn’t be more thrilled. She’s missed them so much, especially her sweet granddaughter Clara. And finally, it's time to introduce the family to the new man in her life. That is, if she can stop chickening out long enough to spill the beans. Meanwhile, Ellie's friend Violet is having a reunion of her own. Violet’s long-lost love has come aboard the ship on the arm of a new beau, and the resulting drama is raising eyebrows all over the ship. But emotional baggage takes second place to murder when a dead body is found on Violet’s ex's doorstep! Does her old flame harbor the heart of a killer? Ellie's on the hunt, but her prey proves elusive. Between the dead woman’s unusual past, an unorthodox murder weapon gone missing, and the involvement of a visiting magician and his parrot, this mystery is starting to feel like a three-ring circus! Make yourself some popcorn and settle in for the show, because Ellie Tappet, along with her family and friends, are about to perform some crime-solving magic of their own.
A stolen technology worth billions. Enemies advancing on all sides. Can Jessica survive this game of spy vs spy? In the world of industrial espionage it’s not enough to understand the rules of the game. Winning is what matters, so when Jessica Warne goes undercover at a Seattle startup, she’s willing to do whatever it takes to recover a technology with the power to save thousands of lives. And if she’s starting to feel guilty about manipulating, lying, and seducing her way to a win, well, doesn’t every job have some downsides? But there’s a storm brewing at her agency, and her assignment is not what it seems. Tensions are high, alliances are fraying, and closely-held secrets are about to come to light. Surrounded by enemies and struggling with the heartbreaking consequences of her actions, Jessica’s mission will propel her toward a deadly confrontation. And the revelations that follow will blow apart everything she knows about her past, her present, and the dangers that lie ahead.
Welcome to the family, Jessica Warne After the brutal attack that nearly killed her, Jessica returned to the Duke Agency to embark on a desperate mission. Now that she understands the true aims of her employer, she’s determined to free the assistants from her family’s dangerous grasp. Yet the deeper she goes undercover, the closer Jessica becomes to the family she never knew. She’d been prepared for cruelty, even violence. What she couldn’t have imagined was the way they’d welcome her as one of their own. As she grapples with the troubling legacy left by generations of her kin, Jessica has to wonder… Where should her loyalties lie?