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About Linda Style

I grew up in Minnesota where I spent many long, cold winters making up stories, dreaming about becoming a writer, and traveling the world. Big imagination. Later I attended the University of Minnesota where I studied behavioral science. But my dream of writing a novel persisted, and after a move to Arizona, I earned a degree in journalism from Arizona State University. Since then, I've worked in a plethora of jobs from social services to magazine editor, and teaching novel writing at Bootcamp for Novelists. And I kept on writing... lots of books...over 20 novels published, with over a million sold worldwide in over a dozen different languages. I also wrote and co-wrote two non-fiction books on how to write a novel.

Since my first sale in 1999, my books have won several awards, including the Daphne du Maurier Award, and most recently, the Holt Medallion Award of Merit. I love to read thrillers, suspense, mystery and romance, compelling stories with deep characterization...the kind you think about long after turning the last page. I try to write the types of books I like to read. I write to entertain, but if I can enrich a few lives along the way, that's so much better.

When not writing or spending time with my family, I love to travel, take photographs, play tennis, and spend a bunch of time researching my books. Or I'll grab my camera and head for a hike in the Arizona mountains, the best place on the planet to dream up new stories...and marvel that someone actually pays me to have so much fun.

I love to hear from readers and invite you to join me on Facebook and Twitter and visit my website at www.LindaStyle.com.

If you've read my books, I thank you. If you've also left a review, you are awesome!!

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STREET: A Charlie Street crime thriller (Book 1 in the high-action STREET LAW Private Investigations series) Oct 2, 2018

by LINDA STYLE

( 27 )

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The Heat is coming...

Lucas Cabrera, playboy, undercover agent...assassin. Trained by a black-ops government agency to carry out top secret missions, Luc has his own lifelong mission. Revenge against the man who harmed his mother. Acting as a bodyguard to get to his target, he’s on his way to doing just that when he discovers the one thing that can stop him. His sudden emotions for the beautiful attorney who’s defending the man in his crosshairs.

Crusading lawyer Charlize Street is determined to be one of the good guys. In a city like Detroit, justice is hard to come by, especially in the halls of power. So when a senator known for doing good deeds is smeared with criminal allegations, Charlie is determined to clear his name. But she isn't prepared to handle the senator's sexy bodyguard, a man who exudes both charm... and danger.

When Charlie uncovers evidence someone wants kept secret, she finds herself a target. But she's not alone. Luc insists on helping her, although she can sense he has his own agenda. Soon the heat is coming from more than just the people who want to stop her. And she wonders if there’s anyone in the Motor City she can truly trust...before her time runs out.

Danger, desire, and betrayal explode in this high-action thriller, the exciting introduction to Charlie Street in Linda Style’s dynamic Street Law series.

"STREET is a fast-paced, action-filled, and witty suspense thriller. Linda Style's Charlie Street kept me riveted throughout."

"Charlie Street is a compelling heroine, an attorney dedicated to finding justice for those falsely accused in Murder City, better known as Detroit. An exciting story that also provided background for Style's new series. Five Stars!" ~Susan Vaughan, award-winning, national bestselling romantic suspense author of the DARK series~

"STREET knocked my socks off! This high-action romantic thriller kept me turning page after page. Crime-fighting was never so sexy, and so satisfying, as in this fast-paced Linda Style novel." ~Eve Paludan, Amazon bestselling author of the Samantha Moon series~

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DETROIT RULES: A Charlie Street crime thriller (Book 2 in the high-action STREET LAW Private Investigations series) May 19, 2015

by LINDA STYLE

( 59 )

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“Charlie’s the most dazzling character (it’s her series, after all), skilled in martial arts and managing other cases as well, including an ongoing murder trial. … Charlie proves formidable in multiple capacities, and those taking shots at her can bet she’ll return fire. A protagonist that readers should definitely want to see again..."
--Kirkus Reviews

STREET LAW: Whatever it takes…
Disillusioned attorney turned private investigator Charlie Street’s life shattered when her father was convicted of murder and killed in prison. Convinced he was framed, she vowed to find who was responsible and see them pay.

Detective Remington Malone’s best friend has disappeared…the case has gone cold, but nothing, not even the threat of losing his job, can keep Remy from investigating. And as the bodies of his snitches start piling up, it’s clear someone besides the chief of police wants to stop him.

Remy needs the best PI in town, and that’s Charlie Street. Except there’s bad blood between the investigator and Detroit’s finest. The last thing Charlie wants is to work with a cop. But when she sees a link between Remy’s case and her father’s…it’s a job she can’t refuse. Soon, Charlie and Remy are mired in the dark world of human trafficking, running from the mob―and fixed in the crosshairs of a killer.

DETROIT RULES is the first book in Linda Style’s explosive new STREET LAW series. A ticked-off mob boss, cops on the take, seduction, betrayal, and murder—it will take a lot more than money to fix this Motor City problem.

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THE SILENT (L.A.P.D. Special Investigations Book 4) Sep 15, 2014

by LINDA STYLE

( 17 )

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From award-winning, nationally bestselling author LINDA STYLE comes THE SILENT, the thrilling and sensual third story in the L.A.P.D. Special Investigations series--a novel of romance, suspense, intrigue...and secrets that can kill.

A LITTLE GIRL WITH A DANGEROUS SECRET...
Seven-year-old Caitlin is the sole witness to a murder that could put a notorious crime boss behind bars.

A PROTECTIVE MOTHER WITH A DARK PAST...
Laura Gianni owes Anna Kolnikov her life. After all, if it weren't for the notorious madam and ex-girlfriend of a mob boss, Laura might still be on the streets of L.A. selling her body to survive. When Anna was murdered Laura had to remain silent. Even now she can't tell the sexy detective investigating the case what she knows...because the truth would put her little girl in the crosshairs of a killer.

A COP WITH AN INEXPLICABLE OBSESSION...
Detective Jordan St. James has vowed to see Anna Kolnikov's murderer behind bars. It doesn't matter that Kolnikov was a prostitute many believed deserved her fate. She was also someone's daughter, someone's sister, and someone's mother, and she deserved more than a bloody death in a dark alley. But the one woman who can help him refuses to do so...even after he offered to protect her. Now she's on the run with her daughter and he's desperate to find them...before the killer does.

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THE FORGOTTEN (L.A.P.D. Special Investigations Book 1) Oct 31, 2017

by LINDA STYLE

( 26 )

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A MAN ON A MISSION
Security specialist Logan Wakefield rushes from his covert job abroad to a Chicago hospital to see his injured daughter. Seeing his ex-wife at his daughter’s side, he’s slammed by feelings he thought long buried. But he’s not about to fall into that trap again. All that matters is his little girl, Hallie. She’s in a coma…and no one knows what happened on the school playground.

DANGER
Number one in attorney Dana Marlowe Wakefield’s life is her daughter. Number two is her job, and she’s definitely not telling Logan about the threats on her life, not when her hard-fought goal to become the Cook County State’s Attorney is a heartbeat away. He'd insist on helping, and the last thing she needs is to spend time with the sexy man who was once the love of her life.

DESIRE
When Hallie awakens with strange memory gaps, and additional threats against Dana surface, Logan and Dana agree they must protect Hallie...even if it means sharing the same house for a while. Being so close, old sparks of desire re-ignite. But nothing has changed. They’re still the same people who couldn’t make it work before. How can they protect both their little girl...and their hearts?

"Linda Style has written another terrific book Her characters are vivid and real. The plot is emotionally intense and full of surprises. An exceptional story that will bring laughter and tears to your reading experience." RS Review

"Great story, intriguing subplot, passion and -- DANGER! -- will really get your pulse racing. Unforgettable characters, compelling story."

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THE TAKEN (L.A.P.D. Special Investigations Book 3) Aug 26, 2014

by LINDA STYLE

( 57 )

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From Award-winning, National bestselling author Linda Style comes THE TAKEN, the third novel in the thrilling L.A.P.D. Special Investigations romantic suspense series. Each book in this detective series is a stand alone novel and can be enjoyed on its own, or as part of the series with common characters.

AN ABANDONED CHILD...
A small boy is found wandering the streets of Los Angeles, alone and afraid

A DESPERATE COP...
Detective Rico Santini will do anything to find his niece's kidnapped child. Anything but break the rules. The one time he took a shortcut, he failed, nearly destroying his family. But Rico will never stop looking for the boy...not even when forced to work with a sexy Beverly Hills attorney who challenges his every move.

A SECRETIVE SOCIALITE...
Once all Macy Capshaw wanted was to have a family. It was not meant to be and now all the attorney wants is to protect children, especially the sad little boy in her charge. That means keeping away media types and insistent detectives. But one detective is stirring up questions about Haven's Gate where his niece's baby was born--and where Macy gave birth to a stillborn child. Now she has questions. And the answers put all of them in danger.

Just when sizzling passion between the detective and the socialite ignites, a stunning discovery changes everything. Both are faced with the hardest choices of their lives...and Rico's decision could save Macy's life.

WHAT THEY'RE SAYING ABOUT LINDA STYLE BOOKS...
"A riveting read that will leave readers glued to the page. Ms Style has a flair for suspense. A series you won't want to miss." --Romance Designs

"Tense, suspenseful and full of surprises. The pages seem to turn by themselves. When a story engages my mind as well as my emotions, I know I'm hooked." --The Romance Reader

"Linda Style writes an intriguing, fast-moving, intelligent story. I'll be on the lookout for more." --Linda Lael Miller

"Once again, Ms Style writes with style. Style writes highly original stories that include characters with great depth. An exciting, heart-stopping experience you won't want to miss." --Old Book Barn Gazette

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Bootcamp for Novelists BEYOND THE FIRST DRAFT: Writing Techniques of the Pros Nov 14, 2013

by Linda Style

( 10 )

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“Awesome! This was the best explanation of the big black moment I have seen. I reworked one of my plots to fit this and it all fell into place!” --Heidi R.

Are you ready to take your writing to another level?

In BEYOND THE FIRST DRAFT: Writing Techniques of the Pros, bestselling, award-winning author, editor, and writing instructor, Linda Style shares the lectures from her popular Bootcamp for Novelists classes on advanced writing techniques that will make your stories stand out from the crowd.

Linda’s popular “Techniques of the Pros” online writing classes have been praised for providing a wealth of information in a clear, concise, and easy to understand style. Now, Linda has compiled her complete six-month course of lectures into one book―BEYOND THE FIRST DRAFT: Writing Techniques of the Pros.

In the lessons Linda disects and discusses powerful techniques used by bestselling authors and includes examples and exercises that will enable you to recognize and analyze problems in your work...and then use the techniques to create compelling, memorable stories.

In BEYOND THE FIRST DRAFT: Writing Techniques of the Pros, you’ll learn how to:
• Develop critical elements in The First Three Chapters
• Discover your protagonist’s Driving Force
• Breathe life into your story by Deepening Character
• Infuse Your Story with Emotion
• Create an emotionally powerful Big Black Moment
• And much more!

“An excellent course! I’ve taken many courses at the RWA conference and read a lot of writing books, and I have to say this is one of the most valuable experiences I’ve had thus far. The material was detailed and taught me a lot of new techniques. I will definitely be taking more classes.” Jennifer Drogell…now writing for Harlequin Presents as Jennifer Hayward. The Divorce Party, October 2013 and An Exquisite Challenge, February 2013.

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RODEO NIGHTS (A "Cowboy Strong" Contemporary Western Romance, Book 2) Oct 15, 2019

by Linda Style

( 5 )

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RODEO NIGHTS is part of the Cowboy Strong series of Contemporary Western Romance novels. Each stand-alone story is set in the breathtaking Southwest and contains heartwarming romance and the high-intensity emotions that define a Linda Style novel.

ONCE A COWBOY…
When sexy ex-rodeo star Cameron Colter appears at Nicole Weston’s classroom door, she’s shocked to see him. Their relationship ended badly, but she’s finally pieced her chaotic life together and wants to keep it that way. Except Cam needs her help with his son, one of her students, and she can’t refuse. Spending time with Cam fans the flames of desire, and Nicole can’t deny she still loves him. But she left for good reason…and nothing has changed.

…ALWAYS A COWBOY
Cam claims he’s not a cowboy anymore, but ranching blood still runs hot through his veins. Independent, self-assured and fiercely loyal, he’s never resolved why Nicole left without a word of explanation. She broke his heart, and Cam vowed he’d never be so vulnerable again. Yet, when they go to the Colter family ranch together, the memory of those romantic moonlit nights has him envisioning a second chance at love. But Cam needs answers…and Nicole won’t give him any.

Can Cam and Nicole learn to trust each other enough to heal the hurts of the past and give their love a second chance, or will the truth destroy their future?

What they're saying...
"Linda Style writes an intriguing, fast-moving, intelligent story. I'll be on the lookout for more." --Linda Lael Miller
"Five Stars! A story that touches the heart as well as providing food for reflection. Very highly recommended." --Penn
"A powerful novel with real life situations. Highly recommended!" --Romance Reader

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COWBOYS DON'T DANCE (A "Cowboy Strong" Contemporary Western-themed Romance, Book 1) Nov 25, 2014

by LINDA STYLE

( 22 )

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The Cowboy Strong contemporary Western-themed romances are fast-paced family stories with an edge. Each stand-alone story is set in the sometimes stark, yet breathtaking Southwest and contains intriguing characters, heartwarming romance, and the high-intensity emotion that defines a Linda Style novel.

LOVE...REDEMPTION...AND SECOND CHANCES

HE'S GOT NOTHING TO LOSE
Fate has taken away everything former hot-shot Air Force pilot J.D. Rivera ever held dear--his family, his fiancée and his career. Inheriting his crazy aunt's broken down ranch in Los Rios, Arizona, is the last thing he wants. For J.D. the ranch is just another bad memory. But if he doesn't take over the ranch, all the people who work there will lose their jobs. And the one person who'd believed in him would cry in her grave.

SHE COULD LOSE EVERYTHING...
A traumatic experience caused Madeline Inglewood to withdraw from life, but now she's determined to change all that. Maddy believes her new job at the Tripplehorne Ranch is perfect for her new start. But when she arrives, her employer is dead--and the new owner is man with a secret. He's also dark, handsome, and if locals are to be believed--dangerous.

But when sparks fly between J.D. and Maddy, love...redemption...and second chances are theirs for the taking...if they can let down their defenses long enough to trust each other.

What readers are saying...
"Full of surprises. The pages seem to turn themselves. When a story engages my mind as well as my emotions, I know I'm hooked." 5 Stars --The Romance Reader
"Linda Style writes an intriguing, intelligent story. I'll be on the lookout for more! --Linda Lael Miller
"Five Stars! Great read. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a love story." --Amazon Reviewer

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THE MISSING (L.A.P.D. Special Investigations Book 5) Jul 27, 2016

by LINDA STYLE

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GIVING UP IS NOT AN OPTION

The Cop…
Clean and sober and back on the job, LAPD Detective Luke Coltrane has come to Santa Fe to make amends with his father, only to find his ex-wife at the family ranch. The pain of losing their son roars back with a vengeance, and worse, he can’t forget all that was good between them. Julianna is even more beautiful than he remembers. But getting involved again could be a huge mistake. If he doesn’t leave now, there’s no turning back.

The Investigative Journalist…
Julianna Chevalair learned early on to stand her ground, and she sure isn’t going to cave to a stalker’s threat to stop writing a series of magazine articles about missing children. She’s on to something that could help uncover a serial killer, possibly their son’s murderer. While hiding out to finish writing the piece, Julianna’s stunned to see Luke again but not surprised when old emotions arise. Guilt and grief. Passion and temptation. It’s impossible to be near him. But when a new threat proves her stalker knows where she is…she has nowhere else to run.

The threat…
As the killer closes in on Julianna, Luke vows to protect her. But he can’t protect her from the past or a pain that could destroy them both.

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THE DECEIVED (L.A.P.D. Special Investigations Book 2) Jul 5, 2014

by Linda Style

( 33 )

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He’s desperate to find a killer…
When L.A.P.D. Detective Adam Ramsey receives a new lead he’s even more certain the man behind his partner’s murder is widow Jillian Sullivan’s maybe-not-so-dead husband. Vowing to bring the man to justice, he calls on the attractive widow and shows her a recent photograph of a man who looks exactly like her late husband.

She’s desperate to prove him wrong…
Jillian refuses to believe the only man who ever earned her trust could have deceived her and their daughter so thoroughly. She wants answers…even if she has to track down the imposter to get them.

When Adam meets Jillian on a plane bound for Mirador, a tiny village in the Costa Rican outback, he must keep her from tipping off his target. They form an uneasy alliance to find the truth, but when passion ignites in the steamy jungle, facing down wild animals, kidnappers, and drug lords becomes even more dangerous.

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RETURN TO TEXAS: (A "Cowboy Strong" Contemporary Western-themed Romance, Book 3) Aug 22, 2020

by LINDA STYLE

( 5 )

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River Run's bad boy is back...

Jake Chancellor couldn’t wait to leave his unforgiving Texas hometown. Called back for his uncle’s funeral, all Jake wants is to pay his respects, sell his late mother’s broken-down bar, and be done with River Run forever. Until he runs into Rachel Delmonte, who betrayed him with her lies and got him branded “barn burner.” And now, the so-called good girl needs his help. It’s his one chance to expose her and set the record straight. So why do the sparks of desire still ignite whenever he sees her? And why does he feel compelled to protect her and her little girl?

She'll do anything to help her child...

A bitter divorce left Rachel Delmonte broke and homeless, and she’s run out of options. Asking her estranged mother for help is the last thing she wants to do, but eight-month-old Zoe needs special care, and Rachel is desperate. When reuniting with her mother fails, and she hears sexy Jake Chancellor may need help to renovate his dilapidated saloon, she forces herself to ask Jake for a job…despite how much he must hate her.

Desire still simmers between them...

When fate brings Jake and Rachel together and corrupt officials work to shut down Jake’s efforts to reopen the saloon, Jake and Rachel form a bond and fight together to save the project. And when sparks of desire ignites to passion…there’s no telling what’s going to happen next. Can two wounded people open their hearts to love and forgiveness, or will the past always come between them?

“Linda Style writes an intriguing, fast-moving, intelligent story. I’ll be on the lookout for more.”
—Linda Lael Miller, NY Times & USA Today bestselling author

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L.A.P.D. Special Investigations Series, Boxed Set: The Deceived, The Taken & The Silent Jan 10, 2015

by LINDA STYLE

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From award-winning, national bestselling author LINDA STYLE comes the thrilling and sensual L.A.P.D. Special Investigations series. Romance, Suspense and Intrigue...and secrets that can kill.

THE DECEIVED:
When L.A.P.D. Detective Adam Ramsey receives a new lead he’s certain the man behind his partner’s murder is widow Jillian Sullivan’s maybe-not-so-dead husband. But Jillian refuses to believe the only man who ever earned her trust could have deceived her and their daughter so thoroughly. She wants answers…even if she has to track down the imposter to get them.

When Adam meets Jillian on a plane bound for Mirador, a tiny village in the Costa Rican outback, they form an uneasy alliance to find the truth. When passion ignites in the steamy jungle, facing down wild animals, kidnappers, and drug lords gets even more dangerous.

THE TAKEN:
Detective Rico Santini will do anything to find his niece's kidnapped child. Anything but break the rules...not even when forced to work with a sexy Beverly Hills attorney who challenges his every move.

Once all Macy Capshaw wanted was to have a family. It wasn't meant to be and now all she wants is to protect children, especially the sad little boy in her charge. That means keeping away media types and insistent detectives. But one detective is stirring up questions about Haven's Gate where his niece's baby was born--and where Macy gave birth to a stillborn child. Now she has questions. And the answers will put all their lives in danger.

THE SILENT:
Seven-year-old Caitlin is the sole witness to a murder that could take down a notorious crime boss.

Detective Jordan St. James has vowed to see Anna Kolnikov's murderer behind bars. But the one woman who can help him refuses to do so...even after he offered to protect her. Now she's on the run with her daughter and he's desperate to find them...before the killer does.

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