Against the Storm

Against the Storm
Kat Martin

Redheads like Maggie O'Connell are nothing but trouble. But Trace Rawlins, a former army ranger turned private investigator, takes the case anyway. After all, he knows a thing or two about women. Trace can sense that something is wrong—Maggie isn't telling him everything. If these menacing calls and messages are real, why won't the police help her? And if they aren't real, what is she hiding?As Trace digs deeper to find the source of Maggie's threats, he discovers a secret that no one was meant to uncover. And the only puzzle left to be solved is whether the danger comes from an unknown stalker…or from the woman he's trying his hardest not to fall for.

Some women find trouble wherever they go. And some men are their only protection against it.

Redheads like Maggie O’Connell are nothing but trouble. But Trace Rawlins, a former army ranger turned private investigator, takes the case anyway. After all, he knows a thing or two about women.

Trace can sense that something is wrong—Maggie isn’t telling him everything. If these menacing calls and messages are real, why won’t the police help her? And if they aren’t real, what is she hiding?

As Trace digs deeper to find the source of Maggie’s threats, he discovers a secret that no one was meant to uncover. And the only puzzle left to be solved is whether the danger comes from an unknown stalker…or from the woman he’s trying his hardest not to fall for.

Read what people are saying about Kat Martin’s New York Times bestselling series

The Raines of Wind Canyon

Against the Wind

“This is definitely a page-turner… a ‘don’t 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 truth…I’ll be intently waiting for Jackson’s brothers’ upcoming stories. I can’t recommend [it] highly enough!”

—Joyfully Reviewed

“With the first novel of her new Raines of Wind Canyon trilogy, Martin brings us…a 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 Martin’s 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

“There’s something irresistible about a bad boy.… There’s lots of sizzle and burn—and it’s not all from a mysterious arsonist—when 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 won’t want to miss.”

—Romance Reviews Today

“I loved the integration between many of my favorite genres into one power packed novel… it’s 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 succeeded…I simply loved this book. I didn’t want to put it down.”

—Suspense Romance Writers

Against the Law

“Once you start Against the Law, be prepared not to stop until you’ve 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 ½ 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 romance…a riveting story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.”

—RT Book Reviews

Against the Storm

Kat Martin

www.mirabooks.co.uk (http://www.mirabooks.co.uk)

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

Chapter One (#u806a9008-4530-5f72-b643-def9b452f371)

Chapter Two (#ud10e791a-01f2-5b87-8957-022df5c61822)

Chapter Three (#u3aeb1a60-06fe-5413-82bb-d0bc6d01f6cb)

Chapter Four (#ub512011a-a6a9-55e5-b4ae-b97cbdcf2ecd)

Chapter Five (#u4fef42cc-ac55-5afb-86b1-af59a3fde8be)