About the Book
A mystic gemstone, a broken purple Jeep, one woman's bad luck, greed, betrayal, revenge, the cutest pair of polka dot panties and a little lust brings unlikely people together. Randi's back luck day becomes Hawk's nightmare. He vows to keep her safe. But the Private Detective doesn't have a clue how to stop the chaos inside his own heart.
When Hawk McBride hit the pavement of Highway 57 intent on running away from the betrayal of his brother, Hawk could never foretell where his life would be led. Or the disabled purple jeep that would stop him dead. Randi Ronin believed her bad luck day on the side of the highway was her destiny. After all, she had left a failed marriage behind. But when a tall, handsome man with a quick tongue stopped to aide her, she wondered if it was the world's way of righting the wrongs done to her.
Instantly connected by a force neither could understand, Hawk and Randi stand together against man's ultimate greed on their quest to find what is true, what is chosen, and what is forever destined. And they plan to take everyone down in their crusade for true love.
Of Gods and men, there are few that exist with whom the powers of Earth's Gems can be trusted. Yet many selfish men will stop at nothing short of total destruction to garner the Gem's energy for impure means. Some are willing to use the innocent in their quest for dominance.
However, there are always those who refuse to sit back and watch the demise of others without acting, and Hawk McBride is one of them.
>>>FROM THE AUTHOR, Roxy Matthews:
This first book in the Pale Bay Treasures Series is a complete novel, no cliffhanger. Each novel in the series is located in Pale Bay and contains familiar characters, but each story revolves around a different couple in their quest to overcome conflicts and trouble coming to their small town.
About the Author :
Roxy Matthews is an accomplished writer from Ontario, Canada who never let her dreams fail, or let go of her writing passions. For twelve years she struggled to learn and grow her skills while penning three novels, two of which she self-published in 2007 & 2008. Her passion for the written word and determination to succeed caught the eye of a local news editor, who quickly snatched her up, pulling her under his wings. Under his watchful eye, and with her keen sense of the written word, she wrote articles for her own column, opening her heart and offering advice to others feeling the pinch of the industry. But she was also taught more than she could ever imagine, giving more fuel to the fire within. In the years to come Roxy Matthews tried her hand at short stories, one winning first prize in an online contest, and delve back into novels and the magical world within that she so loved to create. Twelve years later she hit pay dirt, landing a five-book contract deal with Destiny Whispers Publishing, and the chance to make her dreams a reality, while showing others there is always hope. "Giving up was never an option for me. Fighting and overcoming the obstacles thrown in my way, on the other hand, was in my blood." Her first novel, "McBride's Gem" hit bookstores July 2017, followed closely behind by Drago's Destiny and three other books in the "Pale Bay Series." "Seeing my dream become a reality was bigger than any denial, any murmur from disbelievers. I would stand tall and fight for what roared from my soul...no matter how long it took." Follow Roxy on her website & blog at: www.RoxyMatthews-Novels.com www.DestinyNovels.com Leslie D. Stuart is a romantic suspense author, the creative director for Destiny Whispers Publishing LLC, and the executive editor for Destiny Rose Editorial Services. It's easy to see books, reading, and writing are her passion. She is happily married and lives in Tucson, Arizona with her husband, two adorable little dogs, two happy birds, and two spoiled cats. Their home is a busy place and she is grateful to have two beautiful granddaughters who call her Nana. Leslie loves roses. More than 120+ bushes grow around their home and bloom nearly all year in the warm Arizona sun. Her favorites are red Don Juan, purple Heirlooms, and a black-red damask rose called Oklahoma. She has every color from white, all reds, to bright Tropicana orange. As a child Leslie moved frequently and was always the "new-girl" in school. It made her appreciate the wonderful home life she has now. She has lived in Oregon, Montana, Minnesota, California, and various ranching towns in Arizona. She still loves to travel and has visited nearly every state in the nation, including two of the Hawaiian Islands, plus Mexico and Canada. Her favorite cities are San Diego, Boston, Portland, and the Monterey Bay. She has seen amazing places that stay in her heart. Some are fictionalized in her books. Publisher site: www.DestinyNovels.com Destiny Rose Editorial Services: www.DestinyRose-Reads.com Company Author site: www.DestinyAuthor.us Official Authorized Author Site: www.Leslie-Stuart.com Graphic Art Design, Creative Director for Clever Kat Creations: www.CleverKatCreations.com
