The One I Want Books in Order
Part ofEllie Masters Books in OrderThis page shows The One I Want by Ellie Masters, all books in order with short summaries, series background, and help choosing the best start.
Last updated: January 15, 2026
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Publication Order
6 books
Saving Abby
by Ellie Masters
2022
Abby is trying to rebuild her life when trouble drags her back into danger. A protective hero steps in, and what starts as a rescue becomes a second chance at peace, if they can survive what’s chasing her.
Saving Dani
by Ellie Masters
2021
Dani has always handled her own problems, until the danger gets too close to ignore. A military-trained hero steps in to protect her, and the rescue turns into something neither of them expected: a real chance at love.
Saving Jen / Patton
by Ellie Masters
2020
Jen never expected to rely on Patton again, but the moment danger returns, he’s the safest choice she has. Old history and new heat collide as they fight for her future, and for a second chance they didn’t see coming.
Saving Cate / Caleb
by Ellie Masters
2020
Cate’s life is thrown off course when she needs protection she never asked for. Caleb is the kind of man who runs toward trouble, and as the threat grows, so does the pull between them.
Saving Brie / Brent
by Ellie Masters
2020
Brent lives by training and discipline, until saving Brie turns his focus into something more. With danger closing in, they have to lean on each other, and decide whether what they’re building can last beyond the crisis.
Saving Ariel / Aiden
by Ellie Masters
2020
Aiden is a single dad still grieving his wife, and the last thing he wants is a new attachment. During a hurricane rescue he collides with Ariel, and the storm forces them together until the feelings he’s avoiding become impossible to deny.
Series background & context
The One I Want is a collaboration between Ellie Masters and Jet Masters, and it’s built for readers who want small-town romance with a strong protective streak. These books lean into capable heroines, military or rescue-minded heroes, and the kind of danger that forces two people to lean on each other before they’re ready.
Each story centers on one couple and delivers a complete arc. You don’t have to commit to a giant saga to enjoy the series, but the books share a similar tone and a shared sense of community. They feel like stories that could happen in the same world, even when the couples change.
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The tension usually comes from a mix of external trouble and emotional baggage. The heroes have backgrounds that make them good in a crisis, but not always good at relationships. The heroines have their own goals and scars, and they don’t fold just because a handsome man shows up. The romance often grows through acts of care, practical protection, and the slow realization that the person you rely on might also be the person you want.
You’ll see familiar romance comforts like forced proximity, second chances, and the “we survived that together” kind of bonding. At the same time, the stories keep a suspense edge, storms, rescues, and threats that don’t disappear just because the couple kisses.
If you’re deciding where to start, Saving Ariel / Aiden is a strong entry point, and later titles like Saving Brie / Brent, Saving Cate / Caleb, and Saving Abby keep the blend of heat, heart, and danger consistent. Think romantic suspense with a small-town pulse and a clear happily-ever-after.
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