Appalachian STAR Books in Order

After betrayal by his brother, Porter rebuilds his life through work at a Kentucky farm. Meeting struggling mother Audrey and her son gives him a new reason to hope, but their damaged histories make trust difficult and threaten the future they begin to imagine together.

Released after killing the man responsible for his daughter's death, Ghost joins a Kentucky medical-evacuation team and avoids lasting commitments. Widowed military pilot Izzy awakens unexpected feelings, and when enemies put her in danger, he must confront whether he can offer more than temporary comfort.

Patch rebuilds his life by creating a Kentucky home that helps former prisoners start again. Penny arrives while fleeing an abusive former husband, and their connection offers hope until her pursuer returns, forcing Patch and his allies to defend the future she is trying to claim.

Wrongful imprisonment, a child's death, and a failed marriage leave Bulldog struggling to rebuild at Iron Oak Farms. His growing connection with Tinsley, who is escaping abuse of her own, promises a future that both must fight to protect when danger threatens their fragile recovery.

Recovering FBI agent Sela moves to the Kentucky farm to explore a relationship with Bear, a former prisoner who doubts his worthiness of love. A cartel's continuing pursuit threatens her and another woman, forcing their allies to cooperate while Sela struggles to accept anyone else's protection.

After decades in prison, Priest works toward a different life and becomes involved with teacher Aggie through an outreach project. Their connection offers both a chance at renewed trust, but a dangerous student's vendetta threatens Aggie's safety and draws the Appalachian STAR team into action.

EMT Reboot is drawn to anxious waitress Mavis and helps her find work better suited to her abilities. As trust slowly develops, the return of people from her traumatic childhood prompts a dangerous effort to protect others, leaving him determined to stand beside her.

Recently released from prison, Paddy hopes a new relationship will help him rebuild his life after a devastating loss. Federal judge Natalie finds comfort with him, but a dangerous case leads to her kidnapping and turns their fragile beginning into a rescue mission.