Books by Angel Payne

Two of Angel Payne's most beloved series collide for the first time!They're on borrowed time. But is it a gift to be savored or a torture to endured?Jayd Cimarron and Max Brickham gave themselves to each other during a night that was only supposed to be just that. But when the retrieval mission for Jayd turned into the rescue mission for Brick, their finite hours turned into an accidental extension in Jayd's island kingdom.But palm trees and Mediterranean breezes aren't big enough erasers for their twisted challenges. Brick is a wanted man by nearly every law enforcement agency on the globe, and Jayd is still in the crosshairs of the ruthless renegade who wants her as his ticket into Arcadian politics. Jayd's brothers don't see Brick in any better light, especially after discovering he owns two high-end dungeons that cater to people's hottest fantasies. Their edict is clear. The sooner Brick leaves Arcadia, the better.Desire dictates other plans.Brick and Jayd can't ignore the soul-deep bond that draws their bodies-and hearts-closer. In the furnace of their passion, they have no choice about acknowledging the power of their bond: a connection that's tested when Jayd disappears during a hostile invasion on Arcadia.Until now, Brick thought his worst fears had already been faced and beaten. With the help of some trusted friends, he must dive to a new level of terror inside himself-because there, in his heart, is where he'll find the way back to Jayd. The unbreakable bond of their invincible love.

His worst burns are from the fire she didn't start...Being someone's rock is a role Rio Gibson never saw herself playing. On most days, she's not convinced she can even care for her adopted stray cat. But waiting for the safe return of the man she loves might be the most excruciating trial of her life, and she's pulled herself together with strength she never knew existed.Grant Twombley has reached his limit. Normally gregarious and good-natured, his spirit takes a leave of absence after he's returned to Rio's side. He's unharmed-or so it appears. He never thought he'd revisit the dark side of his temperament, but it slides back into place like his favorite worn-in jeans. And what do you know? The damn things still fit.Maybe a little too well.If Rio can conquer her demons, she just might be the guiding light Grant needs. But will it be enough for them to finally have their shot at happiness?

Lucy Fava arrives on the Island of Arcadia desperate to save her wedding planning company. Her plan? Secure the year’s biggest bash—a double Cimarron wedding. But first she must impress the man who controls the kingdom’s purse strings, Prince Shiraz Cimarron.Beyond beautiful and unspeakably alpha, the enigmatic male ignites every drop of Lucy’s blood—and a flood of dark, dangerous fantasies. She vows to leave Arcadia as soon as possible, but when Mother Nature grounds her, she can’t resist a taste of her fiery desire for Shiraz.While trying to convince herself Shiraz is just another fling, Lucy discovers the soul hidden in his perfect body, the lover beyond his regal kisses, and the dominant fantasy she’s craved her entire life.But when real life pierces their passionate bubble, Lucy realizes seduction has become addiction, passion has turned into need, and attraction has deepened to love. Shiraz is her fantasy come true, except she never wanted a prince with obligations to an entire country.It’s time for Lucy to cut her losses and run—but will she be able to let Shiraz go without admitting he’s taking her heart and soul with him?

Brooke Valen has resigned herself to a life of adoring Samsyn Cimarron from afar. The massive warrior has been her knight in shining armor since her family was forced to seek refuge on the island of Arcadia to avoid a terrorist’s bounty. Devoted to earning Syn’s respect, Brooke fears he’ll never see her as anything more than a scrawny teen with stars in her eyes.To Samsyn Cimarron, true love is a concept best left to storybooks. Syn prefers to keep things simple with a string of one-night lovers as he focuses on the security of his country. When Brooke is wounded helping to defend the kingdom, all his careful mandates are shattered, as a night of fleeting passion with her doesn’t feel like enough.Can he fight the new sensations that come with committing everything to her? There’s a dark side of his desire…and exposing it may turn Brooke from him forever.Despite sharing a bed with the man of her dreams, Brooke has never felt more alone. Is the love in her soul strong enough to reach the beast in Syn’s? Or will Brooke have to prove her devotion further by confronting Arcadia’s arch enemy?

Is Camellia Saxon really here, as a guest in the castle of the world's most mysterious royal family? Not too long ago, she was shuffling through a humdrum suburban routine. Now, surrounded by the exotic allure of the Isle of Arcadia, she's struggling not to pinch herself.Cam's excitement turns to dread when she lays eyes on Evrest Cimarron. Beautiful, commanding, and regal, he turns her logic to ash and her blood to fire...making it all too easy to overlook the crown on his head.As an Arcadian, Evrest is already on Cam's don't-even-go-there list, and as the leader of the kingdom, he's a forbidden fantasy never to be fed...until a mishap lands Cam in Evrest's most secret chamber.Surrounded by luxury beyond imagination, she's seduced by a creature who's not just a charming host and elegant king-he's a powerful, passionate man. In Evrest's arms, Cam learns she has new identities too. The sensible girl gives way to a woman of illicit needs and sinful desires.