Captive Star

‘The most successful novelist on Planet Earth’ Washington Post

‘A storyteller of immeasurable diversity and talent.’ Publisher’s Weekly

The hunter becomes the hunted

Bounty hunter Jack Dakota thought tracking down a runaway would be an easy payday. But everything changes the instant he encounters the fiery, unpredictable M.J. O’Leary. With quick fists and a stubborn spirit, M.J. turns a routine capture into utter chaos.

Before he can catch his breath, a violent ambush by ruthless killers leaves Jack and M.J. handcuffed together. Stripped of their weapons, Jack and M.J. are thrust into a desperate alliance as they run for their lives. With no one to trust and nowhere to hide, survival demands they work side by side—no matter how much they clash.

As danger closes in, their forced alliance ignites a volatile mix of heavy mistrust, guarded secrets, and undeniable chemistry. Trapped in tight quarters, every shared heartbeat amplifies a simmering attraction they both fight to ignore.

Can they trust each other long enough to survive the night?

Perfect for fans of:

♂️ Alpha male

☯️ Opposites attract

🔥 Enemies to lovers

🚘 Car chases

🕵️ Mystery

⏳ Slow burn

From multi-million copy New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author Nora Roberts, the Stars of Mithra trilogy continues as trust, danger, and love collide in the race for a priceless gem.

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Readers LOVE the Stars of Mithra trilogy!

'Full of excitement, suspense, a little danger and romance. Can't wait to read the next one.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on Hidden Star

‘Full of mystery & adventure! Very complex characters! Easy to fall in love with the characters!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on Hidden Star

‘Excellent read, I couldn't put the book down.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on Captive Star

‘A real rollercoaster of a read […] There’s car chases, gun fights, gruesome murders, witty banter and a sweet and steamy romance in these pages.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐ on Captive Star

‘As always, Nora Roberts never disappoints. I have read over a hundred of her books; she is the best romantic novelist of our time. Always great story lines, never your run-of-the-mill. I love the variety. Secret Star is wonderful, full of intrigue, and twists and turns.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Nora Roberts did it again. My heart is bursting out of my chest with wonder, excitement and love. It will take me some time to recover from this trio of books! I do not consider myself eloquent when I am so full of emotion.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ on Secret Star

Praise for Nora Roberts

‘You can’t bottle wish fulfilment, but Nora Roberts certainly knows how to put it on the page.’ New York Times

‘Everything Nora Roberts writes turns to gold.’ Romantic Times

‘Roberts’ bestselling novels are…thoughtfully plotted, well-written stories featuring fascinating characters.’ USA Today