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Explore Lisa Jackson books in order with series lists, quick summaries, reading tips, and clear where-to-start guidance for her thrillers and romances.

Last updated: January 12, 2026

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You'll Find Out

by Lisa Jackson

2025

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DRZ1JTM1%22,%22description%22:%22A) suspense novel built on a promise and a threat that won’t stay hidden. As the protagonist pulls at a secret, the warning becomes clear: you’ll find out, and you may not like what you learn.

It Happened on the Lake

by Lisa Jackson

2025

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DPJC6Q23%22,%22description%22:%22A) lakeside escape turns into a nightmare when a disturbing event shatters the calm. As a woman searches for answers, she realizes the lake holds more than memories, and someone doesn’t want the truth to surface.

Retribution

by Lisa Jackson

2024

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFGDGX48%22,%22description%22:%22A) tense thriller about punishment, payback, and a crime that refuses to stay solved. As the protagonist hunts for answers, retribution closes in from more than one direction, and every choice has consequences.

Our Little Secret

by Lisa Jackson

2024

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CK5BVYM6%22,%22description%22:%22A) seemingly normal life hides a dangerous truth, and one mistake brings it crashing into the open. As suspicion grows and someone starts watching, a woman learns that our little secret can turn deadly fast.

The Last Sinner

by Lisa Jackson

2023

Detectives](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGYV7ZKM%22,%22description%22:%22Detectives) Bentz and Montoya face a case with chilling religious overtones and a killer who wants to be remembered. As the clues tighten, they realize the last sinner may be the one planning the next murder.

Wicked Dreams

by Lisa Jackson

2022

At](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1496734017%22,%22description%22:%22At) The Colony, a woman with a psychic gift senses danger gathering around her and the community she depends on. As romance blooms under pressure, she must separate warning from fear before a wicked dream becomes reality.

The Girl Who Survived

by Lisa Jackson

2022

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1496737253%22,%22description%22:%22A) young woman survives a horrific crime, but survival doesn’t mean peace. As she tries to rebuild her life, the past returns in a way she can’t ignore, and she must find the truth before the danger repeats.

The Third Grave

by Lisa Jackson

2021

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KKTSJQM%22,%22description%22:%22A) tense Savannah investigation draws Pierce Reed and Sylvie Morrisette into a case built on secrets, lies, and obsession. As bodies mount, the detectives realize the killer is building toward something, and the third grave won’t be the last.

Distrust

by Lisa Jackson

2021

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1420152432%22,%22description%22:%22A) domestic thriller built on suspicion and small lies that turn into big consequences. As trust breaks down inside a family, the heroine must decide whether to believe her instincts, or the people determined to dismiss them.

You Betrayed Me

by Lisa Jackson

2020

James](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07W8ZV6L4%22,%22description%22:%22James) Cahill wakes up in a hospital after a brutal incident and realizes his girlfriend, Megan, is missing. With gaps in his memory and suspicion everywhere, he has to uncover what happened before the truth gets him killed.

Last Girl Standing

by Lisa Jackson

2020

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1420136151%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman is forced back into a nightmare she thought she escaped, and the people around her aren’t who they seem. As she fights to survive, she must uncover the truth behind a deadly plan before she becomes the next victim.

Willing to Die

by Lisa Jackson

2019

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K5YP1DB%22,%22description%22:%22A) case in Montana forces Selena Alvarez and Regan Pescoli to confront a killer who seems to anticipate their every step. As the pressure climbs, they learn how far someone is willing to go, and who is willing to die.

Paranoid

by Lisa Jackson

2019

When](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1496722469%22,%22description%22:%22When) a woman’s sense of safety starts to unravel, she realizes paranoia might be the only rational response. As she digs into the past, every relationship becomes suspect and the threat turns brutally real.

The Sun Rises at Midnight

by Lisa Jackson

2018

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1981751084%22,%22description%22:%22A) suspense story that begins with an unsettling event and spirals into a larger mystery. As secrets surface, the characters realize the sun rising at midnight is a warning, and someone is controlling the narrative.

Ruthless

by Lisa Jackson

2018

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1420146408%22,%22description%22:%22A) thriller that puts a woman in the middle of a ruthless plan, with danger coming from someone who knows her too well. As she fights back, she learns that survival may require breaking every rule she lives by.

One Last Breath

by Lisa Jackson

2018

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1420136135%22,%22description%22:%22A) rural community is shaken by a violent crime, and a woman searching for answers realizes she may be part of the target. As suspicion spreads, she must decide whom to trust before the killer takes one last breath.

Liar, Liar

by Lisa Jackson

2018

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1617734675%22,%22description%22:%22A) tense psychological thriller about a woman caught between what she knows and what everyone insists is true. As suspicion grows and danger closes in, the question becomes simple: who’s lying, and why?

You Will Pay

by Lisa Jackson

2017

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FRTVBPV%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman returns to a summer that changed everything, and realizes someone has been waiting for her. As old secrets surface, the threat grows more personal, and the chilling message is simple: you will pay.

Ominous

by Lisa Jackson

2017

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1420137883%22,%22description%22:%22A) series of unsettling events points to a threat that refuses to stay hidden. As fear grows and secrets surface, the characters realize the danger is ominous, and it may already be inside their lives.

Lost Lives

by Lisa Jackson

2017

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076Y8D1N9%22,%22description%22:%22A) suspense novel where the past refuses to stay buried, and a new crime exposes old damage. As the protagonist searches for the truth, she realizes the lost lives behind the case may include her own.

Deserves to Be Dead

by Lisa Jackson

2017

On](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SNVCPMW%22,%22description%22:%22On) a fishing trip in Montana, Virgil Flowers is drawn into a local murder investigation and ends up working alongside sheriff Regan Pescoli. Their short story case from the anthology *MatchUp* forces both investigators to confront a killer who knows the river country far too well.

Angel Baby

by Lisa Jackson

2017

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074DWK13Y%22,%22description%22:%22A) romance with a high-emotion hook, where an unexpected connection forces two people to face what they want most. As complications pile up, they learn that love can arrive like a surprise, and demand real change.

Expecting to Die

by Lisa Jackson

2016

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GBAG4NO%22,%22description%22:%22A) Montana investigation drags Selena Alvarez and Regan Pescoli into a case with high personal stakes and too many suspects. As fear spreads, they realize the killer is counting on them to make the wrong move.

Never Die Alone

by Lisa Jackson

2015

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P53BXPI%22,%22description%22:%22A) killer targets victims who think they’re safe, and the clues point to someone who hides in plain sight. As the investigation tightens, the message is clear: no one should expect to survive, and some people never die alone.

Light of Day

by Lisa Jackson

2015

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373779658%22,%22description%22:%22A) romantic suspense reissue where a woman faces a threat that won’t wait for daylight. With danger closing in, she must rely on an ally she didn’t expect, and decide whether love can be trusted under pressure.

After She's Gone

by Lisa Jackson

2015

Movie](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ILZGTH8%22,%22description%22:%22Movie) star Allie Kramer disappears after a violent incident, and her sister Cassie refuses to accept the official story. As Cassie digs into their past, she uncovers a predator who may still be close, and time is running out.

Wicked Ways

by Lisa Jackson

2014

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KFP7Y9K%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman with a dangerous gift is pulled deeper into The Colony’s secrets as a new threat rises. Romance offers hope, but the wicked ways of the past aren’t finished, and survival depends on trusting the right people.

Illicit

by Lisa Jackson

2014

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373779143%22,%22description%22:%22A) romantic suspense reissue about temptation, secrets, and the danger of trusting the wrong person. As the heroine pulls at a thread, she discovers a web of lies that puts her, and her heart, at risk.

Deserves to Die

by Lisa Jackson

2014

In](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IK4XF50%22,%22description%22:%22In) Montana, Selena Alvarez and Regan Pescoli hunt a killer who chooses victims with chilling precision. The case turns into a test of instincts and endurance, and the detectives learn some predators believe their victims deserve to die.

Close to Home

by Lisa Jackson

2014

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ONTR6P6%22,%22description%22:%22A) return home should feel safe, until old secrets and new threats collide. As a woman rebuilds her life, she discovers danger lives closer than she thought, and the truth may be waiting just outside the door.

Tell Me

by Lisa Jackson

2013

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HVM8WRI%22,%22description%22:%22A) family’s secrets begin to unravel when a woman receives a message she can’t ignore. As she digs for the truth, she discovers someone has been watching for a long time, and the answers could get her killed.

Something Wicked

by Lisa Jackson

2013

Detectives](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B60D9TW%22,%22description%22:%22Detectives) Bentz and Montoya are drawn into a chilling case where faith, obsession, and revenge collide. As the killer’s game turns more personal, the detectives must confront old ghosts before someone else dies.

Sinister

by Lisa Jackson

2013

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1420125788%22,%22description%22:%22A) murder investigation exposes small-town secrets and a killer who thrives on control. As the clues tighten around a limited circle, the women in the crosshairs realize that someone close to them may be the most sinister threat of all.

Ready to Die

by Lisa Jackson

2013

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BPYGPSQ%22,%22description%22:%22A) Montana case spirals into a race against time for Selena Alvarez and Regan Pescoli. With clues that point in too many directions, they have to trust each other completely, because the next target may already be chosen.

Memories

by Lisa Jackson

2013

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373778767%22,%22description%22:%22A) romantic suspense reissue where a hidden memory becomes the key to a present-day threat. As the heroine searches for answers, attraction grows with the one person who might help her survive.

You Don't Want to Know

by Lisa Jackson

2012

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B9I2F5U%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman haunted by a childhood tragedy returns home for answers, and discovers the truth is worse than the stories she was told. As danger rises, she realizes there are things you don’t want to know, and people who will kill to keep it that way.

Confessions

by Lisa Jackson

2012

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008X47HVU%22,%22description%22:%22A) shocking crime forces a woman to confront the confessions people make, and the ones they never will. As she follows the trail, she finds romance, betrayal, and a threat that gets closer the more she learns.

Afraid to Die

by Lisa Jackson

2012

Detectives](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0070XAYJ2%22,%22description%22:%22Detectives) Selena Alvarez and Regan Pescoli face a case that hits close to home, and the fear doesn’t fade when the sun comes up. As the killer’s plan comes into focus, they realize they may be afraid to die for a reason.

Wicked Lies

by Lisa Jackson

2011

At](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004NEW50M%22,%22description%22:%22At) The Colony, a community of women with psychic gifts, one woman senses a threat no one else wants to see. As fear spreads and romance sparks, she must uncover the truth behind the wicked lies before the danger turns lethal.

Devious

by Lisa Jackson

2011

Detectives](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0073GVM8S%22,%22description%22:%22Detectives) Bentz and Montoya chase a killer whose crimes feel staged to send a message. As the investigation tightens, Bentz is forced to revisit painful history, and every clue points to someone who enjoys control.

Born to Die

by Lisa Jackson

2011

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004SIDTIA%22,%22description%22:%22A) killer in Montana leaves a trail designed to terrify, and detectives Selena Alvarez and Regan Pescoli realize the pattern is only the beginning. As the case grows darker, they race to stop someone born to kill.

Abandoned

by Lisa Jackson

2011

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373776500%22,%22description%22:%22A) romantic suspense reissue about a woman whose life is upended, and a man who offers help she isn’t sure she can accept. As secrets rise to the surface, she learns that walking away may not be an option.

Without Mercy

by Lisa Jackson

2010

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0046ZRW5Q%22,%22description%22:%22A) dangerous secret and a violent crime pull a woman into a nightmare she can’t explain. As she fights to survive, she discovers that mercy is in short supply, and the person she trusts may be her only way out.

Running Scared

by Lisa Jackson

2010

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005CIWMS8%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman on the run believes she can disappear, until the threats follow her. As she tries to stay ahead of danger, she’s forced to trust an unexpected ally, and the wrong choice could get her killed.

Wicked Game

by Lisa Jackson

2009

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PJ50YZ2%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman with unsettling intuition is pulled into a dangerous mystery linked to The Colony and its secrets. As she falls for the one man who believes her, she has to figure out whether her gift is saving her, or setting her up.

Malice

by Lisa Jackson

2009

Detective](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0031W1EO0%22,%22description%22:%22Detective) Rick Bentz is pulled into a case that echoes an old nightmare, and the evidence points to someone who knows him too well. With Reuben Montoya at his side, Bentz races to stop a killer driven by malice and memory.

Chosen to Die

by Lisa Jackson

2009

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002I1XS8K%22,%22description%22:%22A) terrifying case in Montana turns personal for detectives Selena Alvarez and Regan Pescoli. As the killer closes in, the hunters become targets, and the choice to keep going could cost them everything.

Chosen to Die

by Lisa Jackson

2009

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004KZOXRM%22,%22description%22:%22A) terrifying case in Montana turns personal for detectives Selena Alvarez and Regan Pescoli. As the killer closes in, the hunters become targets, and the choice to keep going could cost them everything.

Lost Souls

by Lisa Jackson

2008

Detectives](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001UFP6A8%22,%22description%22:%22Detectives) Bentz and Montoya investigate a case that blurs the line between the living and the dead, with clues that feel deliberately staged. As the body count rises, they’re forced to confront a killer who loves control.

Left to Die

by Lisa Jackson

2008

In](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZL5N3F1%22,%22description%22:%22In) Montana, women are abducted and left to die in the wilderness. Detectives Selena Alvarez and Regan Pescoli hunt a predator who uses the woods as his weapon, racing to find the next victim before it’s too late.

Sorceress

by Lisa Jackson

2007

In](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000VMBYJS%22,%22description%22:%22In) medieval Wales, a woman with unusual gifts becomes the center of a dangerous struggle for power. A warrior sworn to protect his people is drawn to her, and their romance unfolds under the shadow of betrayal.

Randi

by Lisa Jackson

2007

Randi](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0098IXK3E%22,%22description%22:%22Randi) McCafferty has been through enough, then a dangerous secret puts her and her son at risk. Investigator Kurt Striker is hired to protect them, but as attraction grows, the threat gets closer to home.

Most Likely to Die

by Lisa Jackson

2007

In](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0821775766%22,%22description%22:%22In) Montana, detectives Selena Alvarez and Regan Pescoli face a case that looks simple, until the pattern turns sinister. As they chase the truth through a tight-knit community, they learn the killer’s next move may be the most likely.

Almost Dead

by Lisa Jackson

2007

Marla](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G4ET9N0%22,%22description%22:%22Marla) Cahill survives a devastating crash, but waking up doesn’t mean she’s safe. With her memory fractured and someone watching her every move, she has to uncover the truth before she becomes almost dead.

Absolute Fear

by Lisa Jackson

2007

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003LO1TZW%22,%22description%22:%22A) killer’s pattern points to a terrifying plan, and the investigators following it realize they may be running out of time. As fear spreads, absolute certainty becomes impossible, and one wrong assumption could be fatal.

Shiver

by Lisa Jackson

2006

Detectives](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0037TPMRW%22,%22description%22:%22Detectives) Bentz and Montoya face a case that reaches back into a past investigation and refuses to stay closed. As bodies appear and fear spreads, Bentz realizes the killer may be finishing an old, unfinished story.

Fatal Burn

by Lisa Jackson

2006

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GCFC2I%22,%22description%22:%22A) kidnapping and a shocking murder pull ordinary people into a high-stakes chase. As clues surface, trust breaks down fast, and the search for the missing child exposes a threat bigger than anyone expected.

Final Scream

by Lisa Jackson

2005

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FG0E3U6%22,%22description%22:%22A) string of brutal crimes pulls investigators into a case that feels engineered to escalate. As the danger spreads, the people closest to the truth become targets, and the final scream may not be the last.

Deep Freeze

by Lisa Jackson

2005

An](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0180SIXZW%22,%22description%22:%22An) actress escapes to a quiet retreat near the Columbia River, hoping to disappear for a while. Instead, she finds a killer has found her, and the isolation turns every sound into a warning.

The Morning After

by Lisa Jackson

2004

Reed](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CJCZLY2%22,%22description%22:%22Reed) and Morrisette dig deeper into Savannah’s darkest corners as another murder points back to a tangled history. As the pressure climbs, the case turns personal and the killer closes in on those who won’t stop asking questions.

Temptress

by Lisa Jackson

2004

In](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002HFJ6Y2%22,%22description%22:%22In) a medieval world of feuds and power plays, a woman is forced to trust a man who could destroy her. Desire and danger rise together, and the only way forward is choosing courage over fear.

See How She Dies

by Lisa Jackson

2004

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002U7E92Q%22,%22description%22:%22A) killer targets women in Montana, leaving a trail designed to terrify. Detectives Selena Alvarez and Regan Pescoli race against time to stop the next attack, knowing the predator is watching their every move.

Best-Kept Lies

by Lisa Jackson

2004

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08VGQ3YFT%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman’s carefully built life starts to crack when a secret she thought was safe resurfaces. As she follows the trail, she learns the truth has a price, and someone is willing to make her pay it.

The Night Before

by Lisa Jackson

2003

Detectives](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CA6YWDI%22,%22description%22:%22Detectives) Pierce Reed and Sylvie Morrisette investigate a brutal case in Savannah, where old secrets refuse to stay buried. A reporter’s curiosity complicates everything, and the killer seems to be one step ahead.

Impostress

by Lisa Jackson

2003

In](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001R11CPI%22,%22description%22:%22In) medieval Wales, a woman hiding her true identity is pulled into a dangerous court and an even more dangerous romance. Betrayal is everywhere, and trusting the wrong man could cost her everything.

Wild and Wicked

by Lisa Jackson

2002

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004WH4MLK%22,%22description%22:%22A) suspenseful romance where a dangerous secret brings two stubborn people together. As threats rise around them, attraction turns into something deeper, and the only way out may be trusting the person who scares them most.

Slade

by Lisa Jackson

2002

Slade](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L7NU0LI%22,%22description%22:%22Slade) McCafferty runs into Jamie Parsons, the woman he left behind years ago, and realizes some mistakes don’t fade. With danger still shadowing the family, their second chance depends on truth, not excuses.

Cold Blooded

by Lisa Jackson

2002

Bentz](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QXUXUK8%22,%22description%22:%22Bentz) and Montoya return to the hunt as a new string of murders points to a predator who knows how to get inside his victims’ lives. The closer they get, the more the killer seems focused on Bentz himself.

Matt

by Lisa Jackson

2001

Matt](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L7NU0CW%22,%22description%22:%22Matt) McCafferty’s life is already complicated when a determined investigator pushes for answers in the hit-and-run case. Their attraction builds alongside the clues, but trusting each other could put them both in the line of fire.

Hot Blooded

by Lisa Jackson

2001

Detective](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SLPWBSA%22,%22description%22:%22Detective) Rick Bentz and Reuben Montoya chase a killer whose crimes feel personal, and whose taunts won’t stop. As the case tightens, Bentz is forced to face old guilt and a threat that won’t stay in the past.

Thorne

by Lisa Jackson

2000

Thorne](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L7NU108%22,%22description%22:%22Thorne) McCafferty rushes back to Montana after his sister is nearly killed in a hit-and-run, and runs into Nicole Stevenson, the doctor he can’t forget. As they reconnect, the investigation tightens and the danger closes in.

Lone Stallion's Lady

by Lisa Jackson

2000

In](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B086H4RT56%22,%22description%22:%22In) this western romance, a woman finds herself drawn to a man with a reputation for trouble and a heart he keeps guarded. As outside pressure mounts, they have to decide whether love is worth the risk of staying.

If She Only Knew

by Lisa Jackson

2000

After](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0851T3G6W%22,%22description%22:%22After) a crash leaves Marla Cahill in a coma, she wakes with her memory shattered and her life no longer making sense. As she tries to piece together what happened, she realizes someone may still want her silenced.

Dark Sapphire

by Lisa Jackson

2000

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005BVM574%22,%22description%22:%22A) sapphire and a family legacy pull two people together in Wales, and into the path of someone who wants the past to stay buried. Romance grows in the middle of danger, and the jewel’s secret could change everything.

Unspoken

by Lisa Jackson

1999

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BFSM83I%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman discovers that the truth she’s been living with is incomplete, and someone wants it to stay that way. As she digs for answers, a dangerous connection forms, and every conversation feels like a test.

Dark Emerald

by Lisa Jackson

1999

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0077RSUMO%22,%22description%22:%22A) legendary emerald draws a woman into a Welsh mystery that refuses to stay buried. As danger rises around her, a passionate connection offers comfort, but trusting the wrong person could be fatal.

Twice Kissed

by Lisa Jackson

1998

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JH1ENME%22,%22description%22:%22A) second-chance romance ignites when two people reunite under complicated circumstances. Old misunderstandings resurface, and they have to decide whether to keep their hearts protected or finally tell the whole truth.

Dark Ruby

by Lisa Jackson

1998

In](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0053HP2CG%22,%22description%22:%22In) Wales, a mysterious ruby links a modern romance to a darker family past. As attraction flares, so do threats tied to an old secret, and the couple must decide what they’re willing to risk for the truth.

A Family Kind of Wedding

by Lisa Jackson

1998

Wedding](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373242190%22,%22description%22:%22Wedding) plans bring old feelings and new tensions to the surface in Bittersweet. As two people try to do the right thing for their families, they discover the only way forward is honest love, not careful compromise.

A Family Kind of Guy

by Lisa Jackson

1998

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373241917%22,%22description%22:%22A) small-town hero who plays things safe meets a woman who challenges every rule he lives by. As they navigate family pressure and real-world complications, their relationship becomes the one risk he can’t avoid.

A Family Kind of Gal

by Lisa Jackson

1998

In](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373242077%22,%22description%22:%22In) Bittersweet, Oregon, a woman who’s always handled life on her own faces an unexpected turn that changes everything. A man who doesn’t fit her plans offers help, and romance follows when they stop pretending they don’t care.

Whispers

by Lisa Jackson

1996

In](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005B0I2VS%22,%22description%22:%22In) a small town where everyone knows everyone, a woman starts hearing whispers that don’t match the official story. As she pulls at the thread, she finds romance, danger, and a secret someone will do anything to keep.

The Millionaire and the Cowgirl

by Lisa Jackson

1996

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074DWX3H6%22,%22description%22:%22A) practical cowgirl and a wealthy outsider collide, then discover they want the same kind of future. But class differences and stubborn pride get in the way, and love will require both of them to bend.

Wishes

by Lisa Jackson

1995

Savannah](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0821763091%22,%22description%22:%22Savannah) Beaumont isn’t looking for trouble, but Adam Drake brings it to her door. Their connection grows alongside a mystery tied to family history, and the wish they both make could cost them everything.

Outlaw

by Lisa Jackson

1995

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1416517235%22,%22description%22:%22A) medieval romance set in Wales, where a dangerous reputation and a divided loyalty collide with desire. As betrayal threatens, a woman and a warrior must decide whether love is worth defying everything they’ve been taught.

New Year's Daddy

by Lisa Jackson

1995

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/037324004X%22,%22description%22:%22A) holiday season brings a surprise, and a reluctant father figure is forced to grow up fast. Between family chaos and unexpected romance, two people learn what they really want when the countdown is on.

Intimacies

by Lisa Jackson

1995

Chandra](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0821759868%22,%22description%22:%22Chandra) Hill needs help navigating a risky situation, and Dallas O’Rourke is the one man she can’t ignore. As attraction builds, so does the danger, and trusting him may be her only way out.

D is for Dani's Baby

by Lisa Jackson

1995

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373099851%22,%22description%22:%22A) romance with a baby twist that forces two people to rethink everything they assumed about the future. As they move from awkward to connected, they discover that commitment can start in unexpected ways.

All I Want from Santa

by Lisa Jackson

1995

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1496732928%22,%22description%22:%22A) holiday romance with a sweet, slightly chaotic setup and a heart-forward payoff. When an unexpected connection sparks during the Christmas season, two people discover what they really want, and what they’re willing to risk for it.

Treasures

by Lisa Jackson

1994

Victoria](https://www.amazon.com/dp/157566075X%22,%22description%22:%22Victoria) Drayton comes to New Orleans expecting answers about a hidden family fortune, and runs into tough private investigator Aidan O’Neill. Their search for treasure turns dangerous fast, and desire complicates every decision.

Kiss of the Moon

by Lisa Jackson

1994

In](https://www.amazon.com/dp/145164163X%22,%22description%22:%22In) medieval Wales, a powerful connection forms under the light of the moon, and it’s shadowed by danger. With family rivalry and secrets closing in, two people must choose whether to trust passion or protect themselves.

He's My Soldier Boy

by Lisa Jackson

1994

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373098669%22,%22description%22:%22A) soldier with a hard-earned sense of duty comes home to a romance he didn’t plan for. The woman who draws him in won’t settle for half-truths, and the future depends on what he’s willing to share.

C is for Cowboy

by Lisa Jackson

1994

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373099266%22,%22description%22:%22A) western-flavored romance where a cowboy and a woman with her own plans can’t avoid each other for long. As feelings deepen, they must navigate pride, family pressure, and the kind of love that demands courage.

B Is For Baby

by Lisa Jackson

1994

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373099207%22,%22description%22:%22A) romance where an unexpected baby changes everything, and two people have to grow up fast. Attraction comes easy, but building a real family takes honesty, patience, and a willingness to choose each other.

A Is for Always

by Lisa Jackson

1994

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373099142%22,%22description%22:%22A) warm, relationship-driven romance about choosing love on purpose, not by accident. As two guarded people grow closer, they have to decide whether “always” is possible, and what it will take to get there.

The Man from Pine Mountain

by Lisa Jackson

1993

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072V9CV9S%22,%22description%22:%22A) romantic suspense story where a mysterious stranger from Pine Mountain brings trouble and temptation in equal measure. As danger rises, a woman must decide whether to trust the man who could save her, or destroy her.

He's Just a Cowboy

by Lisa Jackson

1993

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373097999%22,%22description%22:%22A) cowboy who prefers solitude meets the one woman who won’t be intimidated by him. As they clash, then connect, family expectations and old wounds force them to decide what kind of life they want.

First Love

by Lisa Jackson

1993

First](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N6IHBF9%22,%22description%22:%22First) love returns with complications neither person expected. Old feelings resurface fast, but the past still hurts, and they have to decide whether to try again or protect themselves from another heartbreak.

Enchantress

by Lisa Jackson

1993

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0743480910%22,%22description%22:%22A) medieval romance set in Wales, where legend, power, and desire tangle together. As a heroine is drawn into a dangerous world, she must decide who to trust, and whether love can survive betrayal.

A Husband to Remember

by Lisa Jackson

1993

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8I6LKI%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman rebuilding her life wakes up to a marriage she can barely remember, and a husband she isn’t sure she can trust. As memories return, so do secrets that could either bind them together or break them.

Million Dollar Baby

by Lisa Jackson

1992

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09511Q3PM%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman’s dreams of security are tested when a life-changing surprise arrives, and a man from her past steps back in. Romance, responsibility, and family pressure collide as they decide what comes next.

Strangers

by Lisa Jackson

1991

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373770847%22,%22description%22:%22A) romantic suspense collection focused on strangers forced together by danger. As threats close in, each couple must decide whether to trust instinct or fear, and whether love can survive under pressure.

Sail Away

by Lisa Jackson

1991

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015CKEAK8%22,%22description%22:%22A) planned escape becomes the start of a messy, emotional journey. As a woman tries to leave her old life behind, she finds unexpected connection and must decide whether she’s running from danger or from love.

Obsession

by Lisa Jackson

1991

Obsession](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015CJXY9M%22,%22description%22:%22Obsession) turns deadly when a woman realizes she’s being watched and manipulated. The closer she gets to the truth, the less she can trust her own perceptions, or the people offering to help.

Mystery Man

by Lisa Jackson

1991

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1597220868%22,%22description%22:%22A) mysterious man with a hidden agenda enters a woman’s life, and nothing feels accidental. As danger grows, she must decide whether to trust her instincts, or the person who seems to know her best.

With No Regrets

by Lisa Jackson

1990

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373096119%22,%22description%22:%22A) second chance at love arrives with strings attached. As the past presses in, two people must decide whether to forgive what happened before, or walk away before regret becomes permanent.

Sweet Revenge

by Lisa Jackson

1990

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373775040%22,%22description%22:%22A) past betrayal fuels a present-day threat, and a woman learns revenge can be as dangerous as it is tempting. As she searches for answers, she must decide whether justice is worth what it will cost her.

His Bride To Be

by Lisa Jackson

1990

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373087179%22,%22description%22:%22A) marriage-of-convenience setup turns real when two guarded people discover they want the same future. But outside pressure and old secrets force them to prove that their commitment is more than a plan.

Double Exposure

by Lisa Jackson

1990

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0178E4CR2%22,%22description%22:%22A) career twist puts a woman in the spotlight, and someone uses her visibility as a weapon. As she tries to uncover who’s targeting her, attraction sparks with an ally who may have secrets of his own.

Tender Trap

by Lisa Jackson

1989

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373095694%22,%22description%22:%22A) dangerous seduction pulls two people into a relationship they can’t keep casual. When hidden motives come to light, they must decide if they’re falling in love, or walking into a carefully laid trap.

Montana Fire

by Lisa Jackson

1989

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373774095%22,%22description%22:%22A) romantic suspense collection set against Montana’s big sky, where danger can hide in open country. Two stories deliver fast chemistry and rising threats, as heroines discover that the past has teeth.

Aftermath

by Lisa Jackson

1989

After](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373095252%22,%22description%22:%22After) a shocking event, a woman tries to piece her life back together, and discovers someone wants the truth buried. The man helping her may be her safest place, or the next person to be hurt.

The Brass Ring

by Lisa Jackson

1988

After](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0553219073%22,%22description%22:%22After) an accident, a man is found wearing a gold ring that leads back to a mystery neither he nor the woman who helps him can explain. As he fights for his memory, they uncover a secret someone will kill to keep.

Stormy Nights

by Lisa Jackson

1988

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373774893%22,%22description%22:%22A) romantic suspense collection built for late-night reading, with storms outside and tension on the page. Two stories of attraction and danger collide, as heroines face threats that force them to trust the last person they expected.

In Honor's Shadow

by Lisa Jackson

1988

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373094957%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman’s loyalty is tested when the person she trusts most is pulled into suspicion. As secrets surface, she must decide what honor means to her, and whether the man she loves can be saved.

Hurricane Force

by Lisa Jackson

1988

When](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373094671%22,%22description%22:%22When) a powerful storm hits, a woman finds herself trapped in a tense situation with a man she doesn’t fully trust. Danger and desire build in the same breath, and both will demand a choice.

Summer Rain

by Lisa Jackson

1987

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373508085%22,%22description%22:%22A) stormy reunion brings back feelings neither character planned to revisit. As personal stakes rise, they have to face what tore them apart before, and decide whether love is worth the risk this time.

Snowbound

by Lisa Jackson

1987

Snow](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373507186%22,%22description%22:%22Snow) and isolation turn a simmering attraction into something urgent. When danger strikes, two strangers must rely on each other to survive, and the trust they build could change what they thought they wanted.

Renegade Son

by Lisa Jackson

1987

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0727884565%22,%22description%22:%22A) rugged hero and a determined heroine clash, then find they can’t stay apart. Family ties and dangerous secrets keep getting in the way, and love becomes the one thing neither of them can control.

Zachary's Law

by Lisa Jackson

1986

When](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373504020%22,%22description%22:%22When) trouble finds her, a woman turns to a lawyer she isn’t sure she can trust. As the case grows darker, their attraction builds, and the fight for justice becomes a fight for survival.

Yesterday's Lies

by Lisa Jackson

1986

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373093152%22,%22description%22:%22A) long-buried lie resurfaces and forces a woman to question everything she remembers. The truth could heal her, or destroy the life she’s built, especially when someone is determined to keep the past hidden.

One Man's Love

by Lisa Jackson

1986

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373505957%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman looking for stability finds herself drawn to a man with a complicated past. Their relationship offers hope, but hidden pressures and outside threats force them to prove what they mean to each other.

Mystic

by Lisa Jackson

1986

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1551669579%22,%22description%22:%22A) romance with a mystical undercurrent brings two wary hearts together. As strange events and old secrets rise to the surface, the couple must decide whether to trust the pull between them or run from it.

Missing

by Lisa Jackson

1985

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373773242%22,%22description%22:%22A) classic Lisa Jackson romantic suspense reissue centered on a woman searching for answers when someone close to her vanishes. The deeper she digs, the more she realizes the truth could put her in the killer’s path.

Midnight Sun

by Lisa Jackson

1985

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0727883437%22,%22description%22:%22A) passionate relationship turns complicated when a dangerous situation pulls two people together under pressure. With secrets surfacing and threats closing in, they have to decide if their connection is real or just survival.

Innocent by Association

by Lisa Jackson

1985

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/037309244X%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman is caught in a web of suspicion when a crime points back to the people around her. As she fights to clear her name, she uncovers secrets that make every relationship feel like a potential trap.

High Stakes

by Lisa Jackson

1985

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373772742%22,%22description%22:%22A) two-in-one romantic suspense collection that pairs high emotion with high danger. As each heroine faces a threatening situation, love becomes both a complication and a lifeline, and the stakes keep climbing to the last page.

He's a Bad Boy

by Lisa Jackson

1985

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373097875%22,%22description%22:%22A) bad-boy reputation isn’t enough to scare off the woman who sees his better side. When outside trouble threatens their fragile trust, they have to choose between walking away and fighting for something real.

Devil's Gambit

by Lisa Jackson

1985

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0727886169%22,%22description%22:%22A) high-stakes romance turns dangerous when a calculated plan starts to unravel. Desire, betrayal, and a hidden agenda collide, and the couple must decide whether love is worth the gamble.

A Dangerous Precedent

by Lisa Jackson

1985

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373092334%22,%22description%22:%22A) sharp-witted heroine gets pulled into a troubling case that hits close to home. As she follows the clues, attraction sparks with an unexpected ally, but trusting him could put her in real danger.

The Shadow of Time

by Lisa Jackson

1984

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/1587247887%22,%22description%22:%22A) haunting connection to the past pulls a woman into a mystery she can’t ignore. As she digs for answers, the line between memory and deception blurs, and the person helping her may be part of the problem.

Tears of Pride

by Lisa Jackson

1984

Old](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373770464%22,%22description%22:%22Old) loyalties and new desire collide when a woman is forced to confront a past she tried to outrun. The man who wants her might be her best chance, or the one person who can break her for good.

Pirate's Gold

by Lisa Jackson

1984

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0373090048%22,%22description%22:%22A) search for a legendary pirate treasure draws a woman to a Caribbean island, and into the sights of someone willing to kill for gold. With danger closing in, she has to decide whom to trust and why.

Gypsy Wind

by Lisa Jackson

1984

When](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00W2GUBNG%22,%22description%22:%22When) a free-spirited woman crosses paths with a man who doesn’t play by anyone’s rules, sparks fly fast. But a risky situation forces them to work together, and their growing feelings could get them both hurt.

Dark Side of the Moon

by Lisa Jackson

1984

A](https://www.amazon.com/dp/0671493817%22,%22description%22:%22A) woman’s quiet life is shaken when a mysterious stranger and an unsettling secret pull her into danger. As attraction grows, she must decide who to believe before the past catches up with her.

A Twist of Fate

by Lisa Jackson

1983

In](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MS15HFL%22,%22description%22:%22In) this early romance, a woman trying to rebuild her life takes a chance on love, then learns that trust has a price. Family expectations and old wounds push the couple to choose between safety and happiness.

Where should I start?

If you want the core detective series: Hot BloodedCold BloodedShiverMalice
If you like Montana investigations: Left to DieChosen to DieBorn to Die
If you want Southern-set suspense: The Night BeforeThe Morning AfterThe Third Grave
If you prefer twisty standalones: You Will PayParanoidOur Little Secret
If you want her Welsh historical romances: EnchantressKiss of the MoonOutlaw

Author bio

Lisa Jackson was born in 1952 in Molalla, Oregon, and she grew up in the Pacific Northwest. Before she was publishing novels, she worked in the financial world and wrote around the edges of everyday life, learning to grab whatever quiet time she could.

Writing became real when she decided to try it, not just dream about it. Encouraged by her sister, the novelist Nancy Bush, Jackson began working on a book that could actually sell. Her first novel, A Twist of Fate, came out in the early 1980s, and she spent years building a backlist the old-fashioned way, one book at a time.

The romance stayed, but the danger moved closer.

A lot of readers meet her through the long-running New Orleans books, where detectives Rick Bentz and Reuben Montoya chase predators through humid streets, old neighborhoods, and the city’s shadowy edges. Hot Blooded kicked that world into motion, and later titles like Shiver and The Last Sinner keep pushing the same question, how well can you really know the people around you when someone is lying for sport?

In Jackson’s fiction, the past doesn’t politely stay in the past.

She also writes gripping series that lean into wide-open landscapes and the kind of isolation that makes every sound feel louder. In Montana, detectives Selena Alvarez and Regan Pescoli take on cases that feel personal fast, starting with Left to Die. The “to die” books are page-turners, but they also make room for partnership, stubborn hope, and the slow grind of trying to stop the next crime before it happens.

Jackson likes one-off stories that start with a single bad moment and then refuse to let go. In You Will Pay, a long-ago summer comes back with teeth. In After She’s Gone, a sister’s search turns into a nightmare tangled with fame and old trauma. And books like Paranoid and Our Little Secret play in the space where a familiar place suddenly feels unsafe.

Her earlier work shows another side of her range. Novels like Treasures, Wishes, Intimacies, and Whispers put relationships front and center, often against a backdrop of family money, hidden histories, and the pressure to be who other people expect. She has also written historical romance under the name Susan Lynn Crose, including the Welsh-set trilogy that begins with Enchantress.

Whether the story is contemporary or historical, Jackson returns to a few steady obsessions: families with sharp edges, small towns that keep score, and secrets that do real damage. She likes heroines who keep moving even when they’re scared, and heroes who have to earn trust, not demand it.

Along the way, she has teamed up with other writers, including collaborations with Nancy Bush and Rosalind Noonan on the Wyoming-set thrillers Sinister and Ominous. That mix of family connection and shared storytelling shows up in her books too, where relationships are rarely simple and loyalty always gets tested.

Jackson is still closely tied to the Pacific Northwest, and her settings often carry that lived-in feeling of rain, trees, and long stretches of road. Her career has lasted because she sticks to the essentials: high stakes, messy motives, and characters who have to decide what they’re willing to risk for the truth.

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