Kat Martin - Against the Storm

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Kat Martins New York Times bestselling series
The Raines of Wind Canyon

Against the Wind

This is definitely a page-turner
a dont miss read set in the beautiful surroundings
of Wyoming. Kat Martin is a very gifted writer who
takes you from the beginning to the end in total suspense.

Fresh Fiction

Kat Martin has delivered yet another rockin
romantic suspense. Stockpiled with suspense and passion,
Against the Wind kept me reading, dying to find out the
truthIll be intently waiting for Jacksons brothers
upcoming stories. I cant recommend [it] highly enough!

Joyfully Reviewed

With the first novel of her new Raines of Wind Canyon
trilogy, Martin brings usa story filled with romance, grit,
tension and suspense set in the Wyoming mountains.
Martin definitely delivers.

RT Book Reviews

Ms. Martin not only writes a highly entertaining book
she also tackles some major social issues in the process
Complete with bad guys, gun fights, and romance,
this book will not disappoint. I look forward to
the next in the series, and continue to
hold Kat Martins talents in very high esteem.

Romance Readers Choice

Rough, tumble, and ready to ride anytime,
anywhere is Jackson Raines head to toe.
Their story heats the blood, races the heart,
and makes you hungry for more.

Coffee Time Romance

Writing a western romance is more than
just knowing the lay of the land or the history,
it is grabbing the flavor for the people and surroundings.
Kat Martin has completely captured that This story
brings romance, suspense and the most wonderful feeling
that reminds us we are all suckers for a romantic ending.

The Reading Reviewer Blog

Against the Fire

Theres something irresistible about a bad boy.
Theres lots of sizzle and burnand its not all
from a mysterious arsonistwhen Gabe meets the
fiery and surprising Mattie. This sexy page-turner
is a perfect blend of romance, mystery and action.

RT Book Reviews

Right from the opening scene, readers will be pulled
into the heart-stopping action[and] hold their breath as
each fire brings even more danger for Mattie and Gabe
A fascinating page-turner, one you wont want to miss.

Romance Reviews Today

I loved the integration between many of
my favorite genres into one power packed novel
its wonderful to see a writer so openly embrace
being completely realistic in her romance novels.

Romance Books Forum

After reading the first book about the Raines brothers,
I knew Kat Martin would have to do something
pretty amazing to make her second book as much of a joy
to read. As soon as I opened the book, I realized
that she has succeededI simply loved this book.
I didnt want to put it down.

Suspense Romance Writers

Against the Law

Once you start Against the Law, be prepared not to stop
until youve reached the end. With its nonstop action,
nail biting episodes mixed with some sizzling love scenes,
this is one I highly recommend.

Romance Reviews Today

4 quills! Ms. Martin has struck the motherload
Against the Law [is] by far the most powerfully intense
romantic suspense with its charismatic characters,
[and] a story line that defies gravity.

Romantic Crush Junkies

An amazing story line that will keep you enthralled.

Night Owl Romance

full of suspense and romancea riveting story
that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

RT Book Reviews

Also by Kat Martin

SEASON OF STRANGERS

THE SUMMIT

SCENT OF ROSES

The Raines of Wind Canyon

AGAINST THE LAW

AGAINST THE FIRE

AGAINST THE WIND

The Bride Trilogy

RULES BRIDE

REESES BRIDE

ROYALS BRIDE

The Heart Trilogy

HEART OF COURAGE

HEART OF FIRE

HEART OF HONOR

The Necklace Trilogy

THE HANDMAIDENS NECKLACE

THE DEVILS NECKLACE

THE BRIDES NECKLACE

Watch for the next book
in The Raines of Wind Canyon series

AGAINST THE NIGHT

KAT MARTIN

AGAINST THE STORM

To my personal assistant and friend, Rita Michell,
for her many years of hard work and support.
And for making all the hard work fun.

Contents

One

Houston, Texas

S now Dogs . Trace Rawlins sat at a table in back of the Texas Caf thinking of his client and her white rapper husband, Bobby Jordane, the lead singer of the wildly successful rap music group, the Snow Dogs.

It seemed the perfect name for the mangy group, who sang about decadent society yet seemed to be the root of the problem. Only Bobby was married, his beautiful wife of the last three years was a creamy cocoa-skinned African American. Why she had ever married the guy, aside from his seven-figure bank account, Trace couldnt imagine.

Apparently, Shawna had come to the same conclusion, for she sat a few tables away next to her attorney, Evan Schofield, there for a meeting with Bobby.

Bobby Jordane was a wife beater par excellence, and he was extremely unhappy that Shawna had filed for divorce. But Schofield had managed to set up a meeting at a neutral location kept secret from the media, in the hope something could actually be accomplished.

The restaurant was old and narrow, with wooden floors and a long, varnished-wood lunch counter, a place for locals where a guy like Bobby wouldnt even be recognized. This time of day, the lunch crowd was gone and it was too early for dinner patrons. Only two other tables were occupied, one by an older man and his wife drinking chocolate shakes, another by two young women eating hamburgers. One of them was a foxy redhead Trace tried not to notice, but his gaze wandered back to her again and again.

Unfortunately, he seemed to have a penchant for trouble where redheads were concerned.

He returned his thoughts to the meeting at hand, which was supposed to include only Bobby and his attorney, Shawna and Evan Schofield, Traces longtime friend.

But Bobby was a hothead, and Evan was no fool. He didnt trust Bobby, and neither did Trace. Everyone in Houston had read about the couples fiery clashes and Bobbys out-of-control behavior, which recently had landed him in jail. Shawna had threatened to file a restraining order, and Evan had hired Trace, a private detective and the owner of Atlas Security, to keep a protective eye on his client.

The bell above the caf door rang, flipping the little ruffled curtain above the glass. True to form, Bobby sauntered in without his attorney, just the other two obnoxious members of the Snow Dogs.

Clyde The Mountain Thibodaux hailed from New Orleans. Big, bald and tattooed, he was bare-chested beneath his leather vest. A small black goatee clung to his chin.

Lenny Finks, known to his fans as Lenny the Sphinx, was the nerd of the group. Skinny and homely, with kinky auburn hair, he was the talent behind the act, the guy who wrote the music, though Trace refused to call it that. Lenny was harmless, except for the viperous tongue he used to lash at the groups critics. He was a necessary component and the reason for the groups unbelievable success.

Bobby himself was as tall as Trace, about six-two, and as lean and solidly built. Having taken years of martial arts, Bobby thought he was a tough guy. Trace flicked a glance at the bruises on Shawna Jordanes beautiful face, clamped down on a surge of anger and wished he could show him ex-Ranger tough.

Instead, he tipped back his white straw cowboy hat, shifted in his chair and sipped his coffee, his gaze fixed on Bobby, who swaggered over to Shawnas table, his friends close behind.

Hey, babe.

Hello, Bobby. Her voice held the faint edge of fear.