Best friends in need

Reluctant Hometown Hero by Heatherly Bell

Former army officer Ryan Davis doesn't relish the high-profile role of town sheriff, but when duty calls, he responds. Even if it means helping animal rescuer Zoey Castillo find her missing dog. When Ryan asks her out, Zoey is wary of a relationship in the spotlight?especially given her past. If the sheriff wants to date her, he'll have to prove that he's as good a bet as man's best friend.

The Returning Hero by Soraya Lane

Six months after her husband's death, Jamie knows she has to start living again. And when fellow soldier Brett Palmer turns up, Jamie knows it's fate. Brett does everything he can to fight their connection. Until the words slip out?he's always loved her. With a second chance staring them both in the face, there's no going back...