Alex's Atonement

Alex's Atonement
Author: Carmen DeSousa
Publisher: Written Musings
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2020-03-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1945143568

To be the hero he once was, he needs to save her... Alex Belgarde has carried the culpability of his father’s death for more than ten years. Every year, as his family’s company falls deeper into debt, the guilt eats away more of his soul until there’s only one answer. Prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice to save his father’s legacy, Alex takes off on a frigid winter day with no radio and very little fuel in his seaplane. He’s using up the last of his reserve tank, preparing to drop from the sky, when he sees plane wreckage below. Irene Rose has spent her life chasing her dream. But after a possible terminal diagnosis, she realizes how lonely her life has become and is ready to forgive her sister and beg for her family’s forgiveness. Instead of arriving on the island of her birth, Irene finds herself stranded in the Alaskan wilderness. Unbeknownst to her, the pilot for the plane she chartered was a drug runner, so he didn’t alert authorities as they crashed. While Alex’s illogical idea to save his father’s company is thwarted because of his obligation to help others, he finds purpose in offering aid to the beautiful and intelligent Irene. The attraction is mutual until Irene persuades Alex to tell her the real reason he can’t simply fly them to safety or call for help. Now the two castaways will have to fight the harsh winter elements, as well as the drug smugglers who lost their cargo in the wreck, if they want to make it home alive. Not easy tasks when Irene refuses to trust Alex to get her home safely. She simply can’t get over the fact that as talented, tough, and tantalizing as he is that he was going to throw his life away when hers will probably be cut short. For the first time in his life, Alex will have to face his demons instead of running from them in order to win the girl and prove to himself that he’s a real hero.

Sam's Folly

Sam's Folly
Author: Carmen DeSousa
Publisher: Written Musings
Total Pages: 315
Release: 2020-02-11
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 194514355X

The Midnight Sons ~ Men as Wild and Rugged as The Last Frontier Itself Five brothers risk their lives to rescue those caught in the death grip of the Alaska wilderness…and find their hearts in danger of falling for women as tough as the Land of the Midnight Sun. The siren call of Alaska’s untamed wilderness, vast mountain ranges, and majestic glaciers draw thrill-seekers from around the globe. But with more unsolved missing person cases than anywhere else in the world, the Alaska Triangle has an ominous reputation. Enter the Midnight Sons, a team that risks their own lives to rescue those in peril. Being a hero isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, though. The pay sucks, as does the fact that the team leaders have to be ready to spring into action 24/7, 365 days a year—a lifestyle not conducive to a healthy love life. Worse, while the brothers are experts in their individual fields, they each harbor inner demons and secrets that threaten to tear their family apart… and jeopardize any chance of finding the women who could complete them. Book One: Sam’s Folly When a bigwig fight promoter needs someone to search for his missing fiancée, he hires expert tracker Sam Belgarde and his search dogs. Sam is more than a little reluctant. His family’s company, Search and Rescue Alaska, is in financial trouble, though, so if searching for a spoiled socialite will save it, then he’s willing to break the rules—just this once. After witnessing a murder, Nora Molina needs to get away—fast—and her best hope to escape without her passport is Alaska. A native of Argentina, Nora’s accustomed to harsh winters and high elevation, so she gets more than a little irritated when some tracker thinks she needs rescuing. Even if he is get-out sexy. And even if he’s the guy she stood up before leaving town. It’s going to be a long few days. When an unexpected storm rolls in, Sam and Nora find themselves in each other’s arms—to keep warm. Things get a little too hot when it’s clear someone wants the two of them to stay lost—permanently.

The Library

The Library
Author: Carmen DeSousa
Publisher: Written Musings
Total Pages: 233
Release: 2014-08-07
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0989905098

Locals claim The Depot is haunted. But in all the years homicide detective Mark Waters has visited the historic 1800s train station turned restaurant, he's never seen proof. Until now. As he sifts through evidence of a supposed suicide by train, he learns a murder that took place eighty years ago may directly affect his case. Six months after the strange occurrences at The Depot, there’s another murder. This time, The Library holds secrets of several murders, and the dead won’t rest until the murderer checks out too.

Land of the Noonday Sun

Land of the Noonday Sun
Author: Carmen DeSousa
Publisher: Written Musings
Total Pages: 372
Release: 2014-09-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1945143061

When two strangers have nothing left but their dreams, they forge a relationship in Nantahala, North Carolina, a small town known as Land of the Noonday Sun. Cassandra, the daughter of a wealthy attorney, faces an unexpected upheaval that strips her of her privileged life. Just when she believes she has nowhere left to turn, a lifeline appears, contingent upon her residing in the sleepy little town of Nantahala for six months. Seeking solace, Cassandra finds herself in a whirlwind romance amidst Nantahala's tranquility. But lurking shadows threaten her newfound happiness. Haunted by his own demons, a whitewater guide finds redemption in Cassandra's presence. Despite his turbulent past, their connection blossoms into a profound bond, offering solace and hope amid the turmoil. But their newfound happiness is short-lived when Cassandra mysteriously vanishes, leaving behind only cryptic clues. With secrets unveiled and loyalties tested, Cassandra's fight for survival becomes a battle for two lives. In the shadow of dark secrets, trust wanes, blurring lines between friend and foe. Praised for its gripping narrative, this tale of love, mystery, and redemption offers an edge-of-your-seat journey amidst Nantahala's breathtaking landscapes. What readers are saying... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "...emotional tale of mystery and suspense about flesh and blood, close relationships, bonds of love and breach of faith. -- Jeannie Walker - Award-winning Author of Fighting the Devil ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "What I liked about this book was that it wasn't the usual mystery, romance or suspense. It had all three but didn't follow expectations. I liked and cared about the characters." -- Jaime Rush - New York Times Bestselling Author of the Offspring Series ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Carmen DeSousa may be incapable of writing a hero that doesn't make me melt." -- wiLoveBooks - Book Reviews

Erik’s Revelation

Erik’s Revelation
Author: Carmen DeSousa
Publisher: Written Musings
Total Pages: 255
Release: 2021-06-08
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1945143940

When Erik Belgarde sets off to find the truth about his past, he encounters Kimi Bennett, a woman running from her present… Erik remembers the day Adam Belgarde found him in the forest. He remembers the day Adam brought him home to Claire Belgarde and his new brothers. Erik grew up with everything a child could want: a mother and father who loved him, who came to his rescue when he had night terrors, who greeted him with the same loving smiles and hugs they offered their own children. The love of his adopted family had made it possible for Erik to suppress the memory of the couple screaming at each other, waiting for their wrath to turn his way. As far as he knew, his real parents had died in the woods, and Adam Belgarde had rescued him. Now he discovers it was all a lie… The Belgardes lied to him from the beginning. Why? While searching for answers about his past, Erik witnesses a runaway horse and runs head-on into Kimi Bennett — literally — while trying to rescue a child. Although Erik and Kimi constantly butt heads, he can’t help but admire how she loves horses and his beautiful home state of Alaska. When authorities start asking questions about the new horse whisperer in town, though, and Kimi disappears, Erik realizes their future together is what matters most and calls on his Midnight Sons brothers to find Kimi before her past catches up to her. What readers are saying about the Midnight Sons series: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "An Alaskan Adventure... Who doesn't love a bad boy? Match him with a tough, independent female, and you have a dream couple!" -- Goodreads (Sam's Folly) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Suspense and sensual romance are expertly combined in this riveting story." -- Goodreads (Sam's Folly) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "An escape into the remote wilderness, with scenes that'll take your breath away and characters you can't help but love." -- Goodreads (Alex's Atonement) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Suspense and romance with a good storyline." -- Goodreads (Alex's Atonement)

Daire's Resolution

Daire's Resolution
Author: Carmen DeSousa
Publisher: Written Musings
Total Pages: 261
Release: 2022-05-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1955642052

Secrets… Daire Belgarde knows that Alaska is the hiding place of the nation. Nearly everyone who moves to The Last Frontier is running from someone or hiding something. Even his family, who was born here, isn't exempt. As the youngest Belgarde brother, Daire has witnessed his share of revelations. With all the skeletons that have already escaped their closets, he would have thought that his family would be an open book. Nope! His very identity is the best kept mystery of all. And now, Daire has another secret. He’s in love with his boss. Falling in love with a coworker is never smart; when she’s your direct supervisor, it’s downright foolhardy. But it’s happened, and now he has to hide his feelings since he practically lives with her—well, at least for their 24-hour shifts. During his agonizing days off, Daire fills his time working search-and-rescue with his Midnight Sons brothers, so he won’t go nuts waiting to see Silvia again. Over the last few weeks, it has gotten worse, though, because it’s clear the woman he loves is also keeping a secret. After almost dying at age sixteen, Silvia was determined to become a rescue worker. By moving to Alaska to pursue her goal, she was able to leave behind her past—good and bad. She had to abandon her beloved mother and sister, the home she loved, and most importantly, her identity. Her greatest fear is that her past will catch up to her. She knows that fact as sure as she knows she can’t act on her feelings for her coworker Daire. She can’t bring anyone else into her nightmare. What readers are saying about the Midnight Sons series: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "An Alaskan Adventure... Who doesn't love a bad boy? Match him with a tough, independent female, and you have a dream couple!" — Goodreads (Sam's Folly) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Suspense and sensual romance are expertly combined in this riveting story." — Goodreads (Sam's Folly) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "An escape into the remote wilderness, with scenes that'll take your breath away and characters you can't help but love." — Goodreads (Alex's Atonement) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Suspense, Romance, Action, and Drama…Midnight Sons Series Has IT ALL!" — Goodreads (Vince’s Chance) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This series just keeps getting better!" — Goodreads (Erik’s Revelation)

The Pit Stop

The Pit Stop
Author: Carmen DeSousa
Publisher: Written Musings
Total Pages: 59
Release: 2014-08-06
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0989905071

Homicide detectives Gino Canale and Mark Waters don't believe in ghosts. Not yet anyway… When a reoccurring dream implies that Detective Canale's grandparents' deaths might actually have been homicides, he realizes he's either connecting to the other side or going crazy. And he's not sure which thought scares him more. What readers are saying about the American Haunts collection: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “…that certain type of story to guarantee chills.” – Goodreads (The Pit Stop) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This mystery has everything - two double murders twenty years apart, the hint of a ghostly presence, and crisp dialogue that doesn't waste words.” – Goodreads. (The Pit Stop) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This story had my full attention from the dramatic opening, right through to the last sentence.” – Goodreads (The Depot) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A fun and short mystery…” – Net Galley (The Depot)

Creatus Rogue

Creatus Rogue
Author: Carmen DeSousa
Publisher: Written Musings
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2016-09-09
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0989905020

Ancient myths, superheroes, vampires... Forget everything you've heard. For four thousand years, creatus have concealed themselves from the humans who hunted them almost to extinction. Now, one rogue wants the world to know they exist. Victoria doesn't want any of it; she just wants to live in peace without men--humans or creatus--messing with her head. When the rogue decides he wants her to join him, though, only one person is close enough to help her. Only problem, he's her prisoner, and if he escapes, she's supposed to kill him. The Creatus series is not your normal paranormal story... It's a realistic romantic mystery based on the myths you've heard your entire life. Prepare to believe.

Vince's Chance

Vince's Chance
Author: Carmen DeSousa
Publisher: Written Musings
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2020-05-19
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1945143576

To show her he's the hero she once loved, he must find her son... Vince Kolya inherited only one trait from his biological father: a need to be on the sea. The rest of his life he has tried to emulate what he learned from his unofficial adopted family, the Belgardes: dedicating his life to helping others instead of abusing them. Unfortunately, he's yet to find a woman who wants the same things he does in life. It's bad enough that his wife left him, but she also failed to make his boat payments while he was on a three-month stint. Giving up on relationships, Vince throws himself into working with his family's search & rescue team. Highest on his to-do list, though, is saving money to buy another boat so he can get back on the water, away from the reminders of his abusive past. Now that her father is dead and buried, Valery Yura is coming home to her beloved state of Alaska in hopes that moving her troubled son to the place where she grew up will transform him into the loving young man he once was. The last thing she needs is a distraction, especially when it comes in the form of the gorgeous man she's loved her entire life--Vince. A few too many drinks and sexy dancing on the dock, and she's repeating ancient history, a situation she can't allow. When her son goes missing from summer camp, Valery feels that the authorities aren't doing everything possible. Although she's resigned herself to never seeing Vince again, she needs his help. As much as Vince tries to hold onto his feelings of anger and abandonment, knowing it's paramount to protecting his heart, he finds himself falling deeper and deeper for Valery. Determined to give Valery closure and win back her heart, Vince embarks on an all-out manhunt for the missing boy. What he discovers, though, might be a death warrant for him and the woman he can't lose again. What readers are saying about the Midnight Sons series: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "An Alaskan Adventure... Who doesn't love a bad boy? Match him with a tough, independent female, and you have a dream couple!" -- Goodreads (Sam's Folly) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Suspense and sensual romance are expertly combined in this riveting story." -- Goodreads (Sam's Folly) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "An escape into the remote wilderness, with scenes that'll take your breath away and characters you can't help but love." -- Goodreads (Alex's Atonement) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Suspense and romance with a good storyline." -- Goodreads (Alex's Atonement)

Creatus Eidolon

Creatus Eidolon
Author: Carmen DeSousa
Publisher: Written Musings
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2016-09-09
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1945143991

Not all phantoms are myths… For four thousand years, creatus have concealed themselves from the humans who hunted them almost to extinction. Now, one rogue faction wants the world to know they exist. Meghan only wants to be normal, and for the first time in her life, she feels she might have a chance to be herself.As she finds herself between creatus families with different ideals and their roles within the human race, she struggles to find her way. Only, her path leads her right into the arms of a wanted man. Not only will she have to fight for the man she loves, she'll have to fight for her very life. The Creatus series is not your typical paranormal story ... it's a realistic romantic mystery based on the myths you've heard your entire life. Prepare to believe.