Books with author Heather McKenzie

Teenage heiress Kaya experiences her first taste of freedom when she’s kidnapped from her sheltered life. But as she forms an unlikely connection with her abductor, Luke, her adventure takes a strange turn. Now, as her father’s men and her devoted bodyguard scour the woods to find her, she wonders if staying in the arms of her abductor is the safer place to be. At least, that’s what her heart is saying—her head is saying run… There is nothing magical about growing up in a mountainside castle, when it’s your prison. Kaya’s ruthless and powerful father keeps her under lock and key, watched every second of the day–and Kaya’s not really sure why. She’s just a normal girl…no one special. She doesn’t understand her father’s obsession with her safety – until she is kidnapped. Dragged through a brutal wilderness, Kaya’s captor shows her the devastating truth, and even though he has dark secrets of his own, she is inexplicably drawn to him–when the stars are in your eyes, sometimes the line between right and wrong gets blurred. Passion obliterates common sense. Love... makes you reckless. Dangerously passionate and darkly romantic, SERENADE is a page-turning thriller and seductive love story.

Everyone that Kaya loves is in danger and she is the only one that can protect them–but it requires a huge sacrifice. A heart-pounding journey of self-discovery, Nocturne is the transformative second installment of the Nightmusic Trilogy.I am hunted. A pawn in a vicious game.The only way I can protect the ones I love...is to disappear.Finally free of her father, Kaya has the one thing that keeps her heart beating—Luke. Blissfully content in his arms, everything seems perfect…until their world is shattered by a deadly invasion. When an old ally comes to the rescue, Kaya wants none of it. She is devastated to learn the identity of her attacker, and that she must do something truly heartbreaking if she wants to save the ones she loves. Sacrificing everything and sinking into bottomless sorrow, Kaya finds solace in an unlikely friend—one who shows her a different kind of love, and helps her discover an inner strength she never thought possible. Praise for Heather McKenzie and the Nightmusic Trilogy"The suspense is nail biting..." In'Dtale Magazine"McKenzie is a promising author that is going to give readers a powerhouse trilogy that is sure to be successful."- Danielle Roberts, The Pluviophile Reader“It's been a long time since I've enjoyed a romantic suspense this much ... probably since my last Sandra Brown and that is saying something.” Julie Brandenburg, Little Miss Bookmark“... everything I hope for and love in a YA book. The writing style and powerful way the author can showcase emotions makes me eager to read anything McKenzie will write next.” Rachel Barnard – Author"An awesome and refreshing read full of love, hate, surprises, mystery, loyalty and everything in between. This author truly has a knack for story-telling and spinning it just enough to keep you guessing and needing to read more." -Jenny Bynum, Black Words White Pages“This book really took me on for a ride. There was not a single dull moment…" - Poulami, Daydreaming Books

I am a survivor. A warrior facing battle.I will protect those I love with my life...and take back what's mine.Kaya has minutes to save the man she loves. Minutes.Luke's life is hanging by a thread, and Kaya has to do the unthinkable--go back to her father. It's a worthy way to die, giving your life for the one you love. But not everyone feels that way--Thomas in particular. Realizing he wants more than just friendship, he wedges himself between Kaya and her sacrifice. He'll do whatever it takes to keep her with him, even if it means stealing her precious minutes.But there's more at stake than just her life.The truth behind Henry's genetic research is shocking, and Kaya must stop him before he can release a weapon of mass destruction upon the world. But how do you stop a man with unlimited resources? Caught between dying to save the one she loves--or living to save millions--Kaya's heartbeat is her only bargaining power.Time is ticking...A spine-tingling thrill ride of unearthed secrets and true-love's capacity, Rhapsody is the final installment of the compelling Nightmusic Trilogy.

A hilarious sound book that will make kids―and kids at heart―want to figure out who fartedOne day the whole jungle awoke with a start!Rocked by a rumbling, thundering...FART!Join the fun as all the animals try to sniff out who caused the smelly ruckus. Was it Elephant, or Hippo? Or maybe Tiger or Baboon? Press the button and listen carefully―can you figure out who? Find out whose bottom is responsible for that awful smell in this press-the-sound book, featuring a different and equally disgusting fart sound on each spread!

I am a survivor. A warrior facing battle. I will protect those I love with my life... and take back what's mine. Kaya has minutes to save the man she loves. Minutes. Luke's life is hanging by a thread, and Kaya has to do the unthinkable―go back to her father. It's a worthy way to die, giving your life for the one you love. But not everyone feels that way―Thomas in particular. Realizing he wants more than just friendship, he wedges himself between Kaya and her sacrifice. He'll do whatever it takes to keep her with him, even if it means stealing her precious minutes. But there's more at stake than just her life. The truth behind Henry's genetic research is shocking, and Kaya must stop him before he can release a weapon of mass destruction upon the world. But how do you stop a man with unlimited resources? Caught between dying to save the one she loves―or living to save millions―Kaya's heartbeat is her only bargaining power. Time is ticking... A spine-tingling thrill ride of unearthed secrets and true-love's capacity, Rhapsody is the final installment of the compelling Nightmusic Trilogy.

I am hunted. A pawn in a vicious game. The only way I can protect the ones I love... is to disappear. Finally free of her father, Kaya has the one thing that keeps her heart beating--Luke. Blissfully content in his arms, everything seems perfect...until their world is shattered by a deadly invasion. When an old ally comes to the rescue, Kaya wants none of it. She is devastated to learn the identity of her attacker, and that she must do something truly heartbreaking if she wants to save the ones she loves. Sacrificing everything and sinking into bottomless sorrow, Kaya finds solace in an unlikely friend--one who shows her a different kind of love and helps her discover an inner strength she never thought possible. A heart-pounding journey of self-discovery, Nocturne is the transformative second installment of The Nightmusic Trilogy by Heather McKenzie. Praise for Heather McKenzie and the Nightmusic Trilogy "The suspense is nail biting..." In'Dtale Magazine "Serenade has a slow burn of a start, but the backstory is important...The writing is well executed, particularly the descriptive elements, something in which I feel the author truly excels. The scenes and action following the kidnapping are fantastic, with enough unexpected twists to keep the pages turning. I'd highly recommend this book to lovers of good, traditional YA with a unique plot." Readers' Favorite, 5-star review"McKenzie is a promising author that is going to give readers a powerhouse trilogy that is sure to be successful."- Danielle Roberts, The Pluviophile Reader "It's been a long time since I've enjoyed a romantic suspense this much ... probably since my last Sandra Brown and that is saying something." Julie Brandenburg, Little Miss Bookmark "... everything I hope for and love in a YA book. The writing style and powerful way the author can showcase emotions makes me eager to read anything McKenzie will write next."Rachel Barnard - Author "An awesome and refreshing read full of love, hate, surprises, mystery, loyalty and everything in between. This author truly has a knack for story-telling and spinning it just enough to keep you guessing and needing to read more." -Jenny Bynum, Black Words White Pages "This book really took me on for a ride. There was not a single dull moment..." - Poulami, Daydreaming Books Novels in The Nightmusic Trilogy by Heather McKenzie:Serenade (Available Now)Nocturne (Available Now)Rhapsody (Available January 7, 2019 Digital and June 24, 2019 Print)

Teenage heiress Kaya experiences her first taste of freedom when she's kidnapped from her sheltered life. But as she forms an unlikely connection with her abductor, Luke, her adventure takes a strange turn. Now, as her father's men and her devoted bodyguard scour the woods to find her, she wonders if staying in the arms of her abductor is the safer place to be. At least, that's what her heart is saying--her head is saying run... There is nothing magical about growing up in a mountainside castle, when it's your prison. Kaya's ruthless and powerful father keeps her under lock and key,watched every second of the day-and Kaya's not really sure why. She's just a normal girl...no one special. She doesn't understand her father's obsession with her safety - until she is kidnapped. Dragged through a brutal wilderness, Kaya's captor shows her the devastating truth, and even though he has dark secrets of his own, she is inexplicably drawn to him-when the stars are in your eyes, sometimes the line between right and wrong is blurred. Passion obliterates common sense. Love... makes you reckless. Dangerously passionate and darkly romantic, SERENADE is a page-turning thriller and seductive love story. Novels in The Nightmusic Trilogy by Heather McKenzie:Serenade (Available Now)Nocturne (Available Now)Rhapsody (Available Now)

Rules are meant to be broken in this laugh-out-loud picture book about staying true to yourself.One little girl gets her greatest wish of becoming a princess – only to discover that the rules of royalty are no fun. She has to have perfect hair and eat daintily and dance gracefully ― boring! So, she decides to make up her own rules... A delightfully subversive picture book that teaches girls to be themselves ― clumsy dancing, crazy scribbling and all. "This ironic take on the Cinderella story is one that will delight many readers." ― Reading Time.com