Bøger af Lisa Jackson

"The small town of Cascadia is home to Veronica Walsh and her young daughter, Amy. If Ronni still believed in Santa, she d ask for a chance to buy the rundown old lodge next door and turn it into a B&B. Amy s Christmas wish list, on the other hand, includes one item that catches Ronni off-guard: a new daddy. But four years after losing her husband in a tragic accident, Ronni doesn t plan to get involved with anyone least of all the lodge s new owner. Travis Keegan has moved from Seattle to get his wayward teenaged son back on track. Yet the moment he meets Ronni, he wonders if this could be the fresh start they all need. Healing from loss and melding their two families won t be easy, but Christmas in Cascadia has a magic that may just prove irresistible . . ."--Provided by publisher.

Detective Regan Pescoli ist in den Fängen des »Unglücksstern-Mörders«. Ein psychopathischer Killer, der seine weiblichen Opfer in einer Berghütte gefangen hält, um sie dann bei eisiger Kälte an einen Baum zu fesseln und erfrieren zu lassen. Seine kryptische Nachricht an die Polizei: »Meidet des Skorpions Zorn«. Doch wer ist der Skorpion? Fieberhaft suchen Pescolis Partnerin Selena Alvarez und ihre Kollegen in der Wildnis nach Spuren ...Lisa Jackson zählt zu den amerikanischen Spitzen-Autorinnen, deren Romane regelmäßig die Bestseller-Listen der „New York Times" und „USA Today" erobern. Ihre Hochspannungs-Thriller wurden in 25 Länder verkauft.

Winter in Montana. Ein Psychopath fesselt seine weiblichen Opfer an einen Baum, um sie bei eisiger Kälte erfrieren zu lassen. Seine Nachricht an die Polizei: die Initialen der Toten und ein Stern. Es fehlen noch Buchstaben, um die Botschaft zu entschlüsseln. Als Detective Regan Pescoli verschwindet, ist deren Kollegin Selena Alvarez in höchster Alarmbereitschaft. Immer noch ist der "Unglücksstern-Mörder" nicht gefasst und nun vermutet sie ihre Partnerin in den Fängen des Killers. "Meidet des Skorpions Zorn" – so könnte seine kryptische Botschaft lauten. Doch wer ist der Skorpion? Wird es Selena Alvarez gelingen, ihn rechtzeitig aufzuspüren?Lisa Jackson zählt zu den amerikanischen Spitzen-Autorinnen, deren Romane regelmäßig die Bestseller-Listen der „New York Times" und „USA Today" erobern. Ihre Hochspannungs-Thriller wurden in 25 Länder verkauft.

When unrequited love goes too far, harmless obsessions can quickly turn dangerous… From #1 New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jackson comes a gripping, reader-favorite story. As a young starlet, Kaylie Melville had it all: fame, fortune and a handsome husband, Zane Flannery, who served as her bodyguard. But when one overzealous fan turned out to be a dangerous stalker, Kaylie's dreams turned into a living nightmare. Years later, the fan who once threatened Kaylie's life is being released from a nearby psychiatric facility. Though Zane and Kaylie have since divorced, Zane's protective instincts kick in. Taking Kaylie to his cabin in the mountains, Zane has nothing but her safety on his mind. But being alone together in a remote mountain hideaway proves irresistible for them both, and the sparks that once flew between them are soon reignited…

After over 9 million copies sold, evil comes full circle for Lisa Jackson's internationally revered Detectives Rick Bentz and Reuben Montoya. Father John is back to terrorize The Big Easy...and the sinners of New Orleans will repent... There are killers so savage, so twisted, that they leave a mark not just on their victims, but on everyone who crosses their path. For Detectives Bentz and Montoya, Father John, a fake priest who used the sharpened beads of a rosary to strangle prostitutes, is one such monster. Bentz thought he'd ended that horror years ago when he killed Father John deep in the swamp. But now there are chilling signs he may have been wrong. A new victim has surfaced, her ruined body staged in deliberate, unmistakable detail. Either it's a terrifying copycat, or Father John, the detective's own recurring nightmare, has come back to haunt New Orleans.>And this time, he won't be stopped until the last sinner has paid the ultimate price . . .

A #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author delivers the harrowing story of a young woman's determined hunt for a serial killer that draws her into the twisted world of a psychopath and his unspeakable crimes.

Compassion, danger and love-the perfect combination for a classic hit from #1 New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jackson! When Chandra Hill is awakened by a cry in the night, she is shocked to discover an abandoned newborn in her barn. She rushes him to the hospital, but as a former pediatrician, Chandra finds her instincts have already kicked in. Before she knows it, she's discussing options for the baby with emergency room doctor Dallas O'Rourke. Dallas finds himself bonding instantly with the baby-and with the intriguing woman who brought him in. Though Chandra and Dallas try not to get attached, as days pass without a blood relative coming to claim the baby, it becomes difficult to imagine their lives without the little boy. And when the baby's story becomes national news, the two could realize that all they want is the family they've found.

"The cold of winter isn't just a nuisance in the Bitterroot Mountains of Montana. It's merciless and brutal--a weapon that a twisted serial killer uses to torture vulnerable women. Detectives Regan Pescoli and Selena Alvarez have spent months tracking down the Star-Crossed Killer, as he's dubbed by the press. They know how devious and patient he can be. What they couldn't have guessed is that Pescoli would be abducted by the very monster she's been hunting . . Pescoli knows too much about her captor and his methods to doubt her fate. She's a trophy he's content to taunt for now, but eventually, he'll tire of her too. Until then, his killing spree continues, stretching the police department--and Alvarez--to the breaking point. Desperate to bring her missing partner safely home, Alvarez teams up with Pescoli's on-again, off-again lover, Nate Santana. But as the body count rises, a macabre pattern emerges. And Pescoli, though using every ounce of skill she possesses, knows that even if she escapes her captor's lair, the battle for survival is just beginning . . ."--Page 4 of cover.

Includes an excerpt form The third grave.

"The old Beaumont mansion is a rotting shell of its once-grand self, especially after a disastrous hurricane sweeps through Georgia. The storm does more than dislodge shutters and shingles. It leads to a grisly find in the cellar. Three graves. But only two skeletons . . . For Nikki, the discovery is a gift, the perfect subject for her next crime book though Reed has made her promise not to keep involving herself in dangerous police business. But despite the increasing tension between them, Nikki can't stay away from this story. Rumors are widespread that the burial site is the resting place of the Duval sisters: three young girls who went to the movies with their older brother, Owen, twenty years ago, and never returned. Forensics confirms that the remains belong to Holly and Poppy Duval. But where is the youngest sister, Rose? Owen Duval was, and remains, the prime suspect, alibi or no. But as Nikki and Reed delve deep into the mystery, fractures in the case begin to show. There is more to the sisters' disappearance than anyone ever guessed. Far from an isolated act, those deaths were just the beginning. And there will be no rest, and no relenting, until the killer has buried the twisted truth along with his victims . . ."

Previously published as Wishes No Matter How Fast You Run. . .The newborn baby boy is beautiful, perfect, and hers for the asking. All Kate Summers has to do is agree to one condition--she must disappear from Boston and never breathe a word about the adoption to anyone. Or How Far You Go. . .Fifteen years later, Kate has built a good life for herself and her son, Jon, in Hopewell, Oregon. Still, she is haunted by the fear that he will somehow be taken away. Then Daegan O'Rourke arrives in town and strikes up a friendship with her and Jon. But Daegan has his own past to hide--one with shocking ties to hers. A Killer Will Always Find You. . .Someone is watching Kate, watching her son, and is willing to go to any lengths to claim him. And the one man Kate is tempted to trust has dangerous secrets that could change her world forever. Soon the past Kate thought she could outrun will explode, unearthing a legacy of lies and treachery, and a fury powerful enough to kill. . .

In an era of unprecedented transformation, today's workplaces are stressed, overloaded, and burned out. Organizations don't change, people do. We have only touched the tip of the iceberg of what sustains great human performance in a collaborative, service-driven economy. Now more than ever, presidents and their teams need to understand what culture is, how it drives competition, and how to reshape their company's ability to lead and gain buy-in for ongoing change; deliver consistent growth rates, exceeding corporate goals; serve demanding customer needs better, faster, and with greater value; and foster greater employee ownership and commitment. Transforming Corporate Culture draws nine lessons from nature as a uniquely relevant lens for today's business challenges. Drawing stories and practical examples from culture changes led by CEOs and presidents, this book shows that survival of the fittest is not just a science theory, but a principle for gaining a competitive edge in business.

Eine skandalumwitterte Familie, eine verhängnisvolle Affäre und ein mörderischer Plan: Bestseller-Autorin Lisa Jackson begeistert mit einem dramatischen Thriller voller unvorhersehbarer Wendungen.Nach einem bösen Streit mit ihrem schwerreichen, notorisch untreuen Freund James Cahill will Megan Travers nur noch weg von dessen Ranch in den Cascade Mountains. Trotz eines heftigen Schneesturms macht sie sich auf den Weg zu ihrer Schwester, doch dort kommt sie nie an. Als die Detectives Brett Rivers und Wynonna Mendoza James befragen wollen, finden sie ihn mit einer Kopfverletzung im Krankenhaus vor. James sagt aus, er könne sich an nichts erinnern, weder an Megan noch an seine zahlreichen Affären. Kurz darauf bringen die Morde an zwei Frauen aus seinem Umfeld den Herzensbrecher in arge Erklärungsnöte ...

BESTSELLING AUTHOR COLLECTIONReader-favorite romances in collectible volumes from our bestselling authors.Stranger on the Island by #1 New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jackson Reeling from the sudden death of her fiancé and grasping for answers, Chelsea Reed travels to a remote Caribbean island in search of Devlin McVey, the man who presumably died alongside her fiancé in a mysterious boat explosion. When she finally finds and confronts Devlin at a hotel bar, he insists she's mistaken-his name is Mitch Russell. Intent on finding out what really happened to her fiancé, Chelsea works on wearing Mitch down until he admits what he knows.FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!Secret Delivery by USA TODAY bestselling author Delores Fossen Sheriff Jack Whitley hadn't seen Alana Davis since he'd saved her life and helped deliver her baby. And when she mysteriously disappeared, Jack raised her son as his own, vowing he'd never let Alana come back for the child. But with a dangerous killer hot on Alana's trail, Jack finds himself wanting to be her protector. Previously published.

"The old Beaumont mansion is a rotting shell of its once-grand self, especially after a disastrous hurricane sweeps through Georgia. The storm does more than dislodge shutters and shingles. It leads to a grisly find in the cellar. Three graves. But only two skeletons . . . For Nikki, the discovery is a gift, the perfect subject for her next crime book though Reed has made her promise not to keep involving herself in dangerous police business. But despite the increasing tension between them, Nikki can't stay away from this story. Rumors are widespread that the burial site is the resting place of the Duval sisters: three young girls who went to the movies with their older brother, Owen, twenty years ago, and never returned. Forensics confirms that the remains belong to Holly and Poppy Duval. But where is the youngest sister, Rose? Owen Duval was, and remains, the prime suspect, alibi or no. But as Nikki and Reed delve deep into the mystery, fractures in the case begin to show. There is more to the sisters' disappearance than anyone ever guessed. Far from an isolated act, those deaths were just the beginning. And there will be no rest, and no relenting, until the killer has buried the twisted truth along with his victims . . ."

"Trask McFadden is back." Those are words that Tory has been waiting to hear, half in dread, half with longing. It's been five years since Trask landed her father behind bars for horse swindling, using things she'd told him in confidence. Her father died there, but now Trask insists he has information that could help prove who was really responsible for the crime, not to mention his own brother's death. Trask needs her help. But he won't get it, not after destroying her family, her ranch, and the love they shared. Lauren Regis's ex-husband has kidnapped her children. There's nothing she won't do to get them back, including hiring Zachary Winters. The unconventional attorney has made a name for himself by locating people--especially those who don't want to be found. But he's got a darker reputation too, and there are rumors swirling about the fate of his ex-wife. How much is Lauren willing to trust him--or to lose?

The sole survivor of a brutal family massacre twenty years earlier, Kara McIntyre wonders how many times she can be the girl who survived as people around her die horrible deaths after the person believed to be responsible for the killings is released.