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    Murphy's Law (Book 1 - The Bounty Hunter Series)
    Murphy's Law (Book 1 - The Bounty Hunter Series)
    Murphy's Law (Book 1 - The Bounty Hunter Series)
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    Murphy's Law (Book 1 - The Bounty Hunter Series)

    By Laurie LeClair

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    ”Bravo, Laurie LeClair! Another great job!” 5 star review

    They share a past...

    He wants a future...

    If only she could remember him...

    Desperate, Murphy leaves his bounty hunter business after numerous threats to the people he loves the most. But when Echo asks for his services, he can’t say no to the woman who holds his heart...

    Is betraying the man who’s kept Echo Weatherly safe for the last two years to get what she wants her only answer? But does she even have a choice when her family is in grave danger?

    With everything on the line, Murphy risks it all. In unraveling the mystery of who’s the mastermind behind the epic crime that nearly cost Echo her life, Murphy tries to save them both before Echo regains her memory and discovers the terrible truth...

    If you like sexy alpha heroes and spunky heroines with amnesia then you’ll love this action packed romantic suspense, the first book in the Bounty Hunter Series.

    Note: this novella contains adult language and a cliffhanger.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherLaurie LeClair
    Release dateDec 19, 2013
    ISBN9781311250902
    Murphy's Law (Book 1 - The Bounty Hunter Series)
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    Laurie LeClair

    Bestselling author Laurie LeClair writes about love, laughter, and happily ever after in her contemporary western romances, romantic comedies, sweet romances, contemporary romances, and contemporary women’s fiction books. Laurie’s habit of daydreaming has gotten her into a few scrapes and launched her to take up her dream of writing. Finally, she can put all those stories in her head to rest as she brings them to life on the page.Laurie considers herself a New Texan (New England born and raised and now living in Texas). She lives in Central Texas with her husband, Jim, who thankfully appreciates her sense of fun and love of travel. (Not so much the endless picture taking while hanging out the passenger window!) She loves to hear from readers!You can connect with me online:www.laurieleclair.comhttps://twitter.com/LeClairbookshttps://facebook.com/laurieleclair.75Books by Laurie LeClair:Once Upon A Romance Series (Romantic Comedy; Fairy tale retelling)If The Shoe Fits – Book 1Waking Sleeping Beauty – Book 2Taming McGruff – Book 3The Reluctant Beauty – Book 4Awakened By A Kiss – Book 5Tangled At First Sight – Book 6Finding Mr. Just Right – Book 7Making A Splash – Book 8Hoodwinked By A Wolfe – Book 9Baking From The Hart – Book 10Melting Her Heart - Book 11Princess In Hiding - Book 12Her Frog Prince - Book 13Forget Me Not - Book 14Three Wishes - Book 15Her Brave Heart - Book 16His Tiny Dancer - Book 17***A Very Charming Wedding Series (Once Upon A Romance spin-off; Romantic Comedy)The Bachelor And The Bride – Book 1The Boss And The Bride – Book 2The Bodyguard And The Bride – Book 3***Once Upon A Royal Wedding Series boxed set (Once Upon A Romance spin-off; Romantic Comedy)His Beloved Princess - Book 1Her Forever Prince - Book 2***The Cormac Family: Billionaire Sweet Romance (clean and wholesome, sweet romance)CEO Billionaire - Book 1Boss Billionaire - Book 2Best Friend Billionaire - Book 3Bride Billionaire - Book 4Bachelor Billionaire - Book 5***The McCall Brothers Series (Contemporary Romance; Western Romance)The Cowboy’s Rebellious Bride - Book 1The Cowboy’s Renegade Bride - Book 2The Cowboy’s Runaway Bride - Book 3The Cowboy’s Christmas Bride - Book 4***Cupid’s Corner Series (romantic comedy, clean and wholesome, sweet romance)Dear Cupid - Book 1Picture Perfect Bride - Book 2Falling For Her - Book 3***Wanted: Fairy Godmother (Romantic Comedy)***The Sweet Spot Series (Romantic Comedy)The Dating Dilemma – Book 1***Tempted By A Texan Series (Contemporary Romance; Western Romance)The Callahans – PrequelTravis – Book 1Cassie – Book 2***The Heart Series (Contemporary Romance)Secrets Of The Heart – Book 1Crimes Of The Heart – Book 2Lies Of The Heart – Book 3***The Bounty Hunter Series (Romantic Suspense)Murphy’s Law – Book 1Riley’s Rules – Book 2***The Long Journey Home (Contemporary Romance; Women's Fiction)***Runaway Wife (Contemporary Romance; Women's Fiction)***Sweet Summertime (Contemporary Romance; Women's Fiction)***An Angel Mountain Novel (Holiday Romance; Contemporary Romance)The Heart RemembersThe Gift Of HopeIf you enjoy my books, please leave a review.

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      Murphy's Law (Book 1 - The Bounty Hunter Series) - Laurie LeClair

      Chapter 1

      The sexiest woman he’d ever seen just walked into the bar.

      Murphy’s heart stopped for two seconds, and then it drummed in his chest. He swallowed hard when her big blue eyes latched onto his stare. He shifted his weight in the chair, dropping all four legs back to the floor. It jarred him enough to come out of the haze as she marched toward his table.

      What in the hell was she doing here?

      His insides tightened and a curl of desire coiled low and deep.

      He allowed his gaze to travel over her. Her long black hair flowed as she wove her way to him, dodging the crowded noisy tables mostly filled with men. In a black tank top, jeans, boots, and black belt with a turquoise belt buckle hugging her hips, she wore it better and hotter than any other woman could hope to. Dynamite comes in small packages, he thought, acknowledging the undeniable white-hot tide of swift, encompassing lust whenever she was near.

      She halted on the other side of his table. Her seductive perfume wafted to him. Every muscle in his body jumped to life.

      He lifted his mug of beer and took a long swallow. Reaching out with his foot, he kicked the leg of the chair opposite his, shoving it to her. Have a seat. Want a beer?

      The little grimace that shot through her didn’t escape his notice. Yep, she was lying. Again. Why in the hell was she trying to pretend she was her twin?

      So what’s shaking? he drawled. You called me.

      Taking a seat, she refused to meet his gaze, glancing at something just over his left shoulder. I need your help.

      His gut kicked. Trouble?

      You know how it goes. Her slight shrug and the way she drummed her black painted nails on the table top mimicked her twin’s actions to a tee. Her playacting could win an award for the way she nailed her sister’s tone, nonchalance attitude, and I-could-give-a-fuck look. But he knew different.

      She couldn’t mask the subtle differences, even if she were aware of them. The way her right eyebrow arched just a tad higher, the unmistakable way she fought an approaching grin, the way her body moved with a little more swing in the hip, the way she tasted, and the way her body felt beneath his. But most importantly, the way his body responded to hers in or out of bed.

      But she didn’t know it.

      Murphy motioned to the waitress for a round.

      Not talking yet? he baited, half of his mind working overtime on why she’d need his help. She hadn’t needed him for the last two years, so why now?

      The waitress plopped down the mugs. He handed her a ten. Keep the change.

      Thanks, honey. You could give these guys lessons. Cheap bastards, she muttered, sashaying to the next group calling for her.

      Drink up, he said, downing his second beer, and then sliding it away. He picked up his third mug of the night and tasted the fresh, cold brew. She sipped hers and he noted the way she covered the shiver of disgust.

      One more difference he could rack up. She hated beer while her sister had a fondness for it, joining him for a round on occasion.

      Still, she remained silent.

      So, pretty lady, tell me, why do you need the services of an ex-bounty hunter?

      Echo Weatherly swallowed hard. Could she pull this off? Every part of her longed to tell Murphy the truth, end the charade here and now. But she didn’t have the luxury.

      Too many people she cared about would get hurt.

      So she played the game. Who says I need your services? To herself, she said, please service me. But to him, she flicked him an uninterested look, masking how her body came to life around him, how swirls of heat curled in her center. She didn’t have to gaze at him now to know his hot, green-eyed stare took in every detail of her.

      "What do you need me for?"

      Everything. Where had that come from? Images of his hard, taut, naked body teased her mind. Had she known him before? Why was he comfort and danger at the same time?

      With her throat dry, she took another small swallow of the ale. It didn’t help. Staring at the beads of condensation sliding down the frosty mug she still held, she clamped down on a fresh wave of fear. No, she couldn’t do this, not to him. He may have run Murphy’s Law in the past, or so she’d been told, but that didn’t mean she could use him and all his expertise to get what she needed and get her family out of trouble. She’d find another way. Give me a minute while I use the can. She nearly winced at the use of her sister’s language and eased out of her chair.

      For a brief moment, she met his hot, questioning stare. Something in her jolted. How could he make her warm all over with just one look? Was that why she wanted to protect him from this mess? Why did keeping him safe flash through her just now?

      Retreating to the hallway where the restrooms were, Echo searched for a way out. Had she been there before? Was there a back door out of this place? Time ticked away like a clock on a bomb.

      Heading to the unmarked door near the end of the corridor of doors, she heard the whisper of footsteps only a second before he cornered her in the wood-paneled hallway. She twisted around to face him.

      Going somewhere? He moved a step toward her. Echo backed up, hitting the wall.

      Murphy stood inches away, his broad shoulders blocking her escape. Easily, too easy in fact, he placed his hands on the wall behind her, trapping her. She should have guessed his next move. What the hell kind of self-defense instructor was she anyway?

      Cat got your tongue, sweetheart? he drawled. His woodsy, outdoor scent slammed into her senses.

      Two things happened at the same time: A wave of heat swept through her and she jerked her gaze to his burning stare. Sweetheart? Did he and her sister...?

      Don’t get any ideas, Echo.

      She sucked in a sharp breath. How did he know?

      "Yeah,

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