Always A Marine Books in Order

Sculptor Shannon arranges a one-night encounter to confront fears left by a traumatic college experience. Marine Brody reluctantly fills in for a friend, but their unexpected connection challenges both their plans to remain emotionally detached.

Marine Jazz returns home with life-threatening injuries and doubts about a future with Logan and Zach. Both men want to help, but trauma and her fears about loving two partners complicate their efforts to build lasting trust.

A one-night date reunites Marine Luke with Rebecca, the high school sweetheart he abandoned a decade earlier. Their attraction remains, but making a future together means confronting the pain caused by his decision to leave.

Marine Damon celebrates his restaurant's opening with an arranged date for career-focused lawyer Helena. Food and conversation draw them together, offering her a glimpse of life beyond work and him a chance at the companionship he wants.

Marine Jazz accepts a Las Vegas date hoping to explore life beyond being one of the guys. Logan and Zach seek a connection that might restore confidence after devastating injuries, but one night may leave them wanting more.

Marine psychologist James accepts an arranged date with actress Lauren, who wants honesty beyond Hollywood's artificial friendships. Their connection grows until a patient's crisis tests whether the unexpected bond can fit into James's demanding professional life.

Returning Marine A.J. retreats to his Wyoming ranch, hoping to leave Iraq behind. Newly divorced Sheri starts over in the same town, and an arranged date challenges both to risk the fresh beginning they've been seeking.

Home for Hanukkah, Marine Isaac reunites with Zehava, the former girlfriend who placed their baby for adoption. Eight days together give them a chance to confront years of anger, grief and the trust their separation damaged.

Military officers Rick and Eli kept their relationship secret for years, then separated over the possibility of coming out. Reunited after a year apart, they must confront resentment and decide whether their love deserves another chance.

Lonely Marine Brenden requests an arranged date with Liam, the childhood friend he lost touch with. Their reunion raises the possibility of romance, but unspoken feelings and years of separation make risking their friendship difficult.

Jana travels to Afghanistan to bring Thanksgiving to her late brother's fellow servicemembers. Captain Charlie is assigned to protect her, and their earlier connection through grief becomes more personal amid the danger and loneliness of deployment.

Marine and former beauty queen Mary Phillips reunites with Kyle Stewart, once an overlooked classmate and now a wealthy businessman. Their school reunion revives old attraction, giving them a chance to confront the opportunity they missed.

Marine Rebel withdraws from Christmas after losing his legs to an IED. Noël, who has supported him through recovery, recruits children and fellow Marines to help him reconnect with the holiday and the people he avoids.

After thirty years grieving her husband, Brenda arranges a New Year's Eve date with Marine officer Tom, who faces forced retirement. Their meeting offers a chance to imagine new beginnings despite the losses shaping their lives.

Marine Paul meets Lillianna at a wedding and wants more after their night together, but duty sends him away. Her unexpected pregnancy forces them to confront whether a long-distance connection can become the family neither planned.

Retired Marine Greg moves to Wyoming seeking peace after Iraq and meets Georgia, who cares for her ailing grandfather. An arranged date brings them together, but their disagreements over the older man's care complicate the attraction.

Marine Kaiden comes home for Yule questioning his pagan beliefs after years of war. Rowan refuses to let him retreat from his community, but connecting with her means confronting the guilt and exhaustion keeping him isolated.

Derek promised his dying friend he'd watch over Kara, but his attraction to her makes that duty complicated. When a dating service unexpectedly pairs them, they must decide whether loyalty can make room for love.

Marine Rowdy questions his future as an early release from service becomes possible. An arranged date pairs him with naval investigator Kim, whose work has worn down her faith in people, offering both an unexpected connection.

Former Marine Matt struggles with depression and finding his place in civilian life. A Labrador companion and an encounter with aspiring singer Naomi bring new possibilities, but trusting her encouragement means confronting fears that still hold him back.

Widow Melody seeks help for her daughter's heart surgery while recovering from an abusive marriage. Injured Marine Joe, her new neighbor, understands the burden of lasting scars, but building trust requires both to face painful fears.

Sculptor Shannon's rising fame brings an obsessive admirer and an attempted kidnapping. With military paperwork delaying his return, Marine Brody must decide how far he'll go to protect the woman waiting for him at home.