Fifty years after civilization as we know it is destroyed, the world is a different place: filled with immortal Strangers wearing powerful crystals, overgrown roads and cities, and the sad, desperate zombies that roam the earth. But some things haven’t changed…and when two old friends become involved in a life-threatening situation, they start to realize that maybe there is more to their friendship than just memories… Luke Desmond broke off his engagement and left town when he realized he was about to marry the wrong sister. Marisa Bengotti couldn’t forgive him for breaking her sister’s heart…and for not knowing that he’d always held hers. When Luke reappears, in danger and on the run from bounty hunters, Marisa finds herself caught in a web of danger and deceit, putting at risk not only a secret collection she has sworn to protect, but also her bruised heart. With the bounty hunters closing in, Marisa and Luke join together in a dangerous game that could keep their world from being destroyed…but will their hearts survive? ----- This is a short, stand-alone, non-spoiler novel introducing readers to the Envy Chronicles. Readers who are familiar with the original six books will find this to be an extension of the original series and a preview of what’s to come. New readers won’t be lost, and will be introduced to the world of Envy.

First in the acclaimed, award-winning Heroes of New Vegas series. From New York Times bestselling author Colleen Gleason (previously writing as Joss Ware) comes a unique paranormal romance series set in a devastated world. “Colleen Gleason's vision of the future is dark, complex, and sharply original. I can’t wait for the next book!" --Nalini Singh "Atmospheric and dark, filled with high-stakes action, sizzling romance, and set against a shadowy, post-apocalyptic world that's as fascinating as the varied cast of characters who inhabit it." --Lara Adrian "Dark, sexy, and captivating." --Jeaniene Frost "An edgy, sexy, page-turning series. Brilliantly conceived and executed." --Library Journal “Colleen Gleason makes even the end of the world sexy!" --Kathryn Smith, USA Today bestselling author “Like a sexy Walking Dead!” --Mara Jacobs, New York Times bestselling author Everything they knew is gone... Five men emerge from the remnants of destruction with extraordinary new powers. They are humankind's last hope, but they cannot survive this devastated world alone. When Dr. Elliott Drake emerges from a cave after traveling fifty years through time, the world as he knew it in 2010 is gone. Cities are overgrown jungles, and what's left of civilization has been repressed by crystal-wearing immortal beings. But even more unsettling: Elliott has acquired an extraordinary ability--the power to heal. But even that gift, in a world that lacks the technology and infrastructure of his past, is a two-edged sword for Elliott. Jade Kapiza, who was once imprisoned by the immortal beings, has been in hiding for years. But now she's determined to help the human race fight back against the control of her captors. She can trust no one...but when Elliott comes into her life, he pushes at her defenses and begins to tear down the walls she's built so carefully. Yet the mysterious doctor seems to have secrets of his own. Can Jade trust Elliott with her heart, even as they risk their lives to save a band of innocents? And can Elliott find a new place for himself--a home--in this new, ravaged world?

The award-winning fourth installment in the "brilliantly conceived and executed" (Library Journal) series set in an overgrown, dystopian Las Vegas. ***PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED UNDER THE TITLE Night Betrayed*** "Like a sexy WALKING DEAD!" --Mara Jacobs, New York Times bestselling author of Worth the Effort. “Colleen Gleason's vision of the future is dark, complex, and sharply original. I can’t wait for the next book!" --Nalini Singh "Atmospheric and dark, filled with high-stakes action, sizzling romance, and set against a shadowy, post-apocalyptic world that's as fascinating as the varied cast of characters who inhabit it." --Lara Adrian "Dark, sexy, and captivating." --Jeaniene Frost “Colleen Gleason makes even the end of the world sexy!" --Kathryn Smith, USA Today bestselling author "For those of us who like our paranormal romance on the urban, edgy side, Colleen Gleason delivers." --Lara Adrian "Sexy, violent, electrifying....An edgy, page-turning series." --Library Journal The Change that devastated the earth did not destroy Theo Waxnicki. It made him something more than human--eternally young, eternally beautiful . . . but not immortal. When he dies on a mission against the Strangers, he is lost to the darkness . . . until a miracle lady brings him back. Born during the apocalyptic storms and earthquakes that left the world in ruins, Selena has dedicated her life to easing the pain of others as they slip into death. But Theo is different. He is the first in her care ever to survive. Responding to Selena's tender touch, Theo starts to live again--to feel and desire again. But joined in a world of terrors, the secrets they can never share make them targets....and love could be the ultimate betrayal.

The final installment in the original Heroes of New Vegas series by award-winning author Colleen Gleason His family lost forever during The Change, Wyatt is a man with nothing left to lose. But just when he thought he’d never feel anything again, Remington Truth comes into his life. Knowing the bold beauty faces unimaginable dangers on her quest to safeguard the mysterious crystal in her possession, he joins her on her journey—never expecting her to find a way past the wall he’s built. Remy’s a woman with everything at stake. While protecting the powerful crystal that is her family’s secret legacy, she dares trust no one. Yet once she recognizes the ravished heart beneath Wyatt’s stony facade, she’s willing to risk it all. Together they battle the force of darkness—their very survival at stake…until Remy is forced to make a terrible decision. The result could destroy them…and the rest of the world.

Lola is being hunted by her past, stalked with every step she takes. Sheltered with the pack of her dreams, at first it seems like the hardest challenge isn't even staying safe from Indy. Tensions at work are at a tipping point and after taking the role of management's spy, Lola's in the crossfire if anything goes wrong.As romances between Lola and the pack members are developing left and right, the woman who swore she wanted nothing to do with alpha is turning to them like a bloom to the sun. If only it weren't just one monstrous alpha that twisted her own thoughts. Lola is quickly realizing that her worst enemy is herself, and it's like walking the tightrope to find a balance with the pack that gives her strength rather than sends her toppling to the ground.But Indy won't be ignored. One way or another, he's determined to get his hands on her again. Lola needs more than a pack to shield her. She needs to be ready to fight.

Four stories by four authors…one fateful New Year’s Eve Four kisses at midnight… Three different sisters… Two old flames… One bet that drives it all! The Devine sisters return to their hometown for New Year’s Eve each year to attend the annual ball. Part of the tradition is their decade-old bet: whoever has no date at midnight has to kiss their nerdy neighbor Lewis Kampmueller. Tess—burned by love, the glamorous Broadway star isn’t interested in a repeat performance…until she encounters an old flame. Annabelle—when the local etiquette expert gets caught breaking the law, her heart might have to pay the price. Grace— the tough FBI agent has an easy time being one of guys, but is she woman enough to keep a man? Lewis—the shy nerd has made millions over the years…but is he smart enough to catch the woman of his dreams? Who will lose the bet but win out in love? Four charming stories written by four different authors about one fateful New Year’s Eve. The champagne is poured. The clock is ticking. Join the countdown!

Shelby McIntyre has big plans—plans that include finding Mr. Right. Her dream man will have a clean-shaven jaw, creases in his pants and hopefully and advanced degree. What she gets is rugged Luke Riordan. At twenty-five, after five years as her mother's caregiver, it's time for Shelby to experience freedom and adventure. Time for travel, college and romance. But when she visits Virgin River, she runs into Luke Riordan, decidedly not whom she has in mind. A handsome Blackhawk pilot, Luke exited the army after twenty years, four wars and having been shot out of the sky three times. At thirty-eight he's tough and jaded. His major was in one-night stands, with a minor in commitment avoidance. Technically, these two are all wrong for one another. But sometimes what you want and what you need are two different things…two very good things.