The Throwaways
Twelve surprisingly warm and funny novels that don’t shy away from the dark corners of this world but always shine the light of hope. At the core of the series is a group of strong but often unlikely heroes and heroines coming from all walks of life whose lives intertwine as they fight for justice, for love, and to leave their indelible mark on this world.
Immerse yourself in a world of suspense, laughter, and love with The Throwaways.
Throwaway
Sometimes life gives you a second chance when you least expect it.
Jessie Jones has been under pimp Spence's thumb for fourteen years when undercover cop Gabe walks into her life and offers her something she's never had before: love, a future, and a home. But even if Jessie could walk away from Spence, there are darker forces of evil who won't let her go that easily.
In this romantic suspense, author Heather Huffman delivers an adventure from the vibrant streets of St. Louis to the caves of the Ozarks as Jessie discovers whether she can love another, whether she can love herself, and whether any of it is enough.
Jailbird
Of all the things Neena Allen dreamed of being when she grew up, an escaped convict on the run wasn’t at the top of the list.
A little bit of bad luck and a whole lot of injustice might have landed her in her current predicament, but Neena wasn’t the kind of person to let others determine her course.
Presumed dead, she stumbles into a sleepy Arkansas town where she finds refuge with a kind family and glimpses the chance for a real home, a place to belong. But leading a double life isn't easy, especially when you fall in love with the town lawyer.
To complicate matters further, a tenacious reporter gets too close to the truth and Neena finds herself on the run again. With a manhunt underway and her newfound happiness at risk, Neena is forced to face the painful memories of her past and decide her future.
Should she fight for her new life or leave behind those she loves to keep them safe? Jailbird is a surprisingly warm and humorous tale about the power of hope.
Devil in Disguise
Tenacious reporter Rachel Cooper devotes her life to exposing corruption by shining a light on the darker corners of the world - a career that doesn't leave much room for relationships. Even so, she finds it impossible to stop thinking about her unexpected run-in with Conrad Langston, an old flame that never quite burnt out.
When her mother calls in the middle of the night because her sister is missing and the police are offering little help, Rachel immediately turns to the only person she knows she can always count on: Conrad.
Determined to protect her family, Rachel finds herself embroiled in the frightening and tragic underworld of human trafficking. As her pursuit of justice pulls her deep into the darkness, she recognizes an opportunity to reevaluate her choices in life and take a new path, even if it means walking through the fires of hell to protect the ones she loves.
Vance Davis Dossier
Over the course of three short stories, The Vance Davis Dossier takes readers on a journey with a long-time fan favorite, giving them a glimpse into his past and paving the way for his future.
While most of Huffman's books are able to stand alone and can be read in any order, this one is the bridge between the novels Devil in Disguise and Finding Broken Arrow.
Suddenly a Spy
What do you do when you find out nothing is what it seems? If you’re Veronica Sinclair, you trade your designer shoes for spy gear and set to work taking down a human trafficking ring.
On her wedding day, Veronica thinks she has it all: the loving family, the Vera Wang dress, the hunky husband. But then a mysterious and beautiful woman shows up at the reception, suggesting Veronica's new hubby isn't exactly who he says he is. As if that weren't enough, Veronica and Richard must flee gunmen in the middle of their honeymoon, convincing Veronica she got more than she bargained for when she said, "I do."
Thrown into a world of espionage, seduction, and human trafficking, Veronica must fight for the life and husband she thought she had, that is, if they’re the life and husband she truly wants.
Ring of Fire
Alexandra McAlister is about to find out that diamonds aren’t every girl’s best friend.
When rare, violet-gray diamonds are discovered at Alexandra's clean-energy research site on a small South Pacific island, the reclusive scientist suddenly finds herself plagued by greedy gem hunters. To make matters worse, the island's government is threatening to revoke her permits so they can capitalize on the find.
Fresh from a confrontation with an annoyingly attractive government official, Alex happens upon a girl in danger. Instinct takes over and she rescues the youth, only to find out she is the island's princess, and the annoying official is her guardian, Daniel!
Alex finds herself thrust into a situation where she has to protect not only her life's work, but also her life itself and that of the precocious teenage princess she grows to love. Daniel appears to be their only chance at survival — if they can learn to get along.
Undercover and acting the part of a loving family, they work to find out who is pursuing them and what it is they're after, only to realize their relationship may not be an act after all.
Roses in Ecuador
Two strangers escaped to the heart of Ecuador to make the world a better place, having sworn off the possibility of love… until disaster brings them together.
Jane Russell is certain she’s had enough heartbreak for one lifetime, and love is the last thing on her mind when she arrives in Ecuador to study the cats on the local jaguar preservation. Devon McAlister, the wealthy and handsome son of a well-known corporate mogul, has broken his share of hearts, but he found a new purpose in life when he opened a fair trade rose plantation in Ecuador.
When the jaguar preservation comes under attack by what appears to be a group of angry locals, Jane’s search for the missing animals leads her to Devon’s backyard. As they sort through the destruction, an unexpected visit by a charming yet secretive U.S. senator reveals the identity and motives of the attackers to be much more sinister than she could have ever imagined.
Through it all, Jane finds her desire for Devon growing stronger. But will she ever be able to trust him enough to truly love?
Fool’s Game
She walked away from her entire world to become one of the most feared symbols of the underworld, but she can’t seem to walk away from him.
At the request of the U.S. Government, Caitlyn O’Rourke faked her death years ago, only to be reborn as the Cat—a deadly black-ops agent tasked with doing the jobs that can’t be done in the light of day. Now, on the verge of taking down a notorious drug lord and rescuing a captured fellow agent, Cat is targeted for assassination…from within.
As she attempts to uncover answers and stay alive, she finds herself working alongside Cody Kingsley, the mysterious senator who broke her heart and betrayed her long ago.
From the sultry streets of New Orleans to a secluded plantation in Ecuador to Washington, DC, Cat must elude an agent hell-bent on her destruction while figuring out how high up the ladder the conspiracy reaches. At the same time, she must work through her tumultuous and conflicting emotions where both Cody and fellow agent Galloway—who may or may not have her best interests at heart—are concerned.
A thrill ride of emotions, suspense, and action, Fool’s Game intertwines matters of the heart and survival …and the only thing certain is that Cat will never be the same.
Tumbleweed
Longing for a fresh start and a place to belong, Hailey leaves behind her city life, trading her cubical for a struggling horse ranch in the Ozark Mountains. With her young son at her side and her family's skepticism echoing in her head, Hailey is faced with more work than she ever could have imagined — and a troublesome neighbor.
In the midst of it all, the last thing Hailey needs is romance, despite the undeniable, growing attraction for her handsome and charming boss, Ethan.
Just as Hailey finds her dreams tantalizingly within reach, her new world is devastated in a cruel twist of fate. She must find the strength to rebuild all she’s dreamed of — or risk forever drifting through life like a tumbleweed.
Ties That Bind
She went to San Francisco looking for closure. She wasn’t counting on finding love.
Kate Yager never had a father, and she never minded—until her mom died. Now, acting on the name called out on her mother's deathbed, Kate has moved to San Francisco and gotten herself hired by the man she suspects to be her dad.
As if a new job, new apartment, and new parent weren't enough, Kate finds herself head-over-heels in lust with a complete stranger she met at an art show.
A stranger who, she later finds out, happens to work in her office. As her relationships with her friends and father grow stronger, Kate has to confront the decisions of her past to find out whether she can love the man who gave her up, love the man who loves her truly, and even whether she can love herself.
Waiting for You
For years, Karise McAlister has been running: from her family, from herself, and from her dreams.
She has a successful career and a promising engagement, but when she meets the compelling and creative Aidan Donnelly, his down-to-earth charm provides the wake-up call Karise badly needs.
Moving cross-country to start over, Karise devotes herself to her work, convinced she needs to be independent. But with handsome Aidan just down the road and a mischievous group of friends determined to set her up, Karise must face her concerns about life and romance head-on.
Finding Broken Arrow
With two retired spies, a houseful of kids, and a rambunctious dog, what could possibly go wrong?
Robin knows how to take care of herself and likes it that way. When her benefactor sends hired muscle to figure out who's been vandalizing the boys' ranch she oversees, the help is neither wanted nor appreciated. The fact that she accidentally hits on her new employee—after mowing him down with her cart in the grocery store—doesn't help matters any.
Still nursing a broken heart, Vance is just looking for a fresh start with the insta-family he got when he adopted his younger brother and sisters. He hadn’t bargained for falling head-over-heels for the spunky owner of the Remuda Ranch.
When Robin’s life is threatened, it unearths dark memories for Vance that must be overcome for his heart to ever be open to love again.