Marie Ferrarella Books In Order

Wife in the Mail

WRONG BROTHERDr. Shayne Kerrigan thought his brother’s mail order bride would be boarding the next flight out of Alaska once she learned of her fiance’s sudden marriage. Instead, Sydney Elliot just picked up her bag, dusted off her pride, and, with nowhere else to go, moved into Shayne’s house!RIGHT BRIDE! And into the hearts of his two motherless children. Even Shayne couldn’t stop thinking about this beautiful, determined woman who’d suddenly turned his house into a home. But when the clock rang in the New Year, Sydney would be moving on. Unless the good doctor could convince her to trust him and become his Christmas bride?

Found, His Perfect Wife

When a woman’s screams pierce the foggy night, Luc LeBlanc doesn’t have to think twice about running to the rescue. Ironically, he gets hit on the head, and on regaining consciousness discovers that he has lost not only his wallet, but also his memory. Yet it’s brought him a ministering angel, too…
Alison Quintano owes her life to the nameless hero who saved her from a mugger. So by the time Luc finally remembers his identity and the predicament that made him leave Alaska, she feels duty bound to help him out. Even if it means accompanying this once spurned fiance to his hometown and masquerading as his wife to make a plan of revenge complete!

Loving the Right Brother

Seeing Brody Hayes again was like seeing a ghost. But, Irena Yovich noted with relief, the resemblance he bore to his late playboy brother Irena’s philandering ex boyfriend was purely physical. Still, she knew she’d better not get too close .

Brody had been secretly in love with Irena for years, and now she was suddenly within his reach. All he had to do was convince her that they were meant to be that he was the right brother after all .

Prescription for Romance

Undercover reporter Ramona Tate was on a mission. But Paul Armstrong, the gorgeous head doctor of the Armstrong Fertility Institute, was a serious obstacle to unearthing the famous facility’s secrets. And now Ramona was falling for him! What would happen once he found out who she really was?Paul’s mission in life was to run the prestigious Boston clinic and uphold his family legacy. His new PR manager seemed intent on undermining his authority at every turn. Then why was he finding the outspoken blonde so hard to resist? Settling down wasn’t on the workaholic doc’s short term agenda. Until Ramona made him start yearning for a family of his own…

The Family They Chose (By:Nancy Robards Thompson)

All Olivia Armstrong ever wanted was to be a wife and mother. Her storybook marriage to Jamison Mallory gave her the love and happiness she craved…
everything except the one thing that could make them a true family. Her family’s fertility institute was her last hope for the miracle that could reunite her with her husband and give them the baby they both wanted. Jamison knew how badly Olivia wanted a child. He did, too. But he wanted and loved his wife even more. Somehow he had to help them find their way back to each other. And just maybe they’d also find a way to make their most cherished dream come true.

The Doctor’s Pregnant Bride? (By:Susan Crosby)

Having a secret crush on her boss was definitely taboo–especially when tall, dark and hunky Ted Bonner didn’t even know Sara Beth O’Connell was alive! And now she’d agreed to be a corporate spy to save the Armstrong Fertility Institute from scandal…
which meant working extra closely with the dedicated doctor.

From the moment Ted asked Sara Beth to be his date for a Valentine’s Day dinner, the head-in-the-clouds scientist was hooked–even if she did seem to be hiding something. But Ted knew he had to fight for the woman he loved…
and convince her that she could count on him to be the family man she wanted and needed.

Cinderella and the Playboy (By:Lois Faye Dyer)

When a gorgeous doctor invites diner waitress Jenny Labeaux to a fancy ball, she expects one magical evening of feeling like Cinderella. And as the clock strikes twelve, Jenny is still in Chance Demetrios’s strong arms. Until she realizes that the scandal plagued playboy is everything her young daughter doesn’t need in a daddy and leaves him in her dreams. The hardworking single mother touched a part of Chance he hadn’t known existed. For the first time, the wealthy bachelor is thinking about wedding bells! But proving his love to Jennifer and his overbearing, wealthy family will take more than a glass slipper. It’ll take everything Chance is.

And Babies Make Five (By:Judy Duarte)

Samantha Keating always wanted a family, and with the help of the Armstrong Fertility Institute, her dream was becoming a reality in triplicate! The widowed mother to be wasn’t looking for a father for her growing family. It had to be her out of control hormones giving her such unneighborly feelings for Hector Garza the handsome, far too available man next door. But was the bachelor ready to take on another man’s babies?Hector had long been intrigued by the statuesque blonde. And Samantha’s ever enlarging baby bump made her more alluring than ever, convincing the up from his bootstraps attorney that he’d finally found Mrs. Right. But was Samantha ready to take that first baby step? To let Hector be the husband and father he longed to be?

Happy New Year-Baby!

Nicole Logan’s Resolution:To deliver the twins who had her feeling like the eighth wonder of the world. And January was the perfect due date, because her babies signaled a beginning. Nicole’s life would once again be hers. Free from the shadow of a domineering father, a never there mother and a deceitful husband…
Dennis Lincoln’s Assignment:Investigate one very pregnant widow who was the key to exposing a powerful crime syndicate. To get the answers he wanted, he had to get close very close. But soon, what he needed was Nicole…
if she could ever forgive his lies.

In the Family Way

‘The Baby of the Month’ Club is back in a new family way! The original single title, ‘In the Family Way‘, is based on Marie Ferrarella’s ‘Baby of the Month’ miniseries! Dr. Rafe Saldana knew babies inside and out, but had never experienced fatherhood. The handsome pediatrician was too busy for romance until independent single mom Dana Morrow appeared in his waiting room.

Baby Talk

There was no denying it. Juliette St. Claire was pregnant…
And still extremely single. The successful businesswoman was determined to keep her baby and find her surprise arrival the perfect father. Yet her heart kept pulling her toward Gabe Saldana, a mysterious stranger who had, in a few short weeks, managed to give Juliette more joy and passion than she had ever experienced. But Gabe was also a man with his share of secrets and a hidden agenda that could destroy Juliette’s sweet dreams. So how could this expectant single mother even think about discussing the subject of love and family with Mr. Wonderful…
without first having a little Baby Talk?

Searching for Cate

Since her mother’s death, FBI Special Agent Cate Kowalski had to cope with the deep emptiness she felt and the shocking revelation that she was adopted. The news came too soon after losing her fianc and destroyed the very foundation of her identity. So now, the only way for Cate to find herself was to go in search of her birth mother. She didn’t count on finding love on her path to self discovery. It had been three years since Dr. Christian Graywolf’s wife died and he still blamed himself for her death. As a result, he focused entirely on his work at Blair Memorial Hospital until his sister brought home colleague Cate Kowalski. The attraction was intense, immediate and the truth was something neither Christian nor Cate expected: that all his life Christian had been Searching for Cate…

The Princess’s Secret Scandal (By:Karen Whiddon)

PRINCE OF PUBLIC RELATIONS TO WED PREGNANT PRINCESS! It seems royal PR man Chase Savage is involved in a scandal. Savage announced his engagement to Sydney Conner, the illegitimate princess from Naessa, who is pregnant with our late Prince Reginald’s heir. Savage was reportedly sent to bribe the ravishing royal, only to find himself dodging bullets and fleeing the country with her. There was no denying the white hot passion between the pulchritudinous pair as they treated reporters to an ardent display of affection. With Sydney’s life still endangered and tensions mounting, one wonders if the engagement is simply the greatest spin of Savage’s career or if the confirmed bachelor has truly met his match!

Royal Betrayal (By:Nina Bruhns)

ONLY HIS KISS WOULD WAKE THIS SLEEPING BEAUTY…
She was the king’s private physician. Until the explosion tore through the royal palace, leaving Zara Smith with disturbing visions and no memory. A risky place to be in a sovereignty rife with intrigue and danger in the form of one roguishly sexy doctor with an irresistible bedside manner…
. Famed medical consultant Walker Shaw was thrilled when his new patient turned out to be the passionate blue blood with whom he’d shared an unforgettable night seven years before. Walker was determined to reignite Lady Zara’s memories of their connection and prove to his once and future lover that dreams could come true…
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More Than a Mission (By:Caridad Piñeiro)

BEAUTY IS A KILLER…
She’d murdered the heir to the throne, and now the assassin was firmly in undercover agent Aidan Spaulding’s sights. With her regal looks, Elizabeth Moore looked more like a princess than a prince killer. But for Aidan, it was personal. Though he had no idea how personal it would get. The leather clad stranger didn’t look like any job seeker Elizabeth had ever seen. But the restaurant owner needed a bartender, and the bad boy fit the bill. Until she discovered what Aidan was really after. As a peaceful kingdom exploded in scandal, Elizabeth faced another kind of threat: the sensual danger to one woman’s heart.

The Rebel King (By:Kathleen Creighton)

RENEGADE ROYAL Paris is the perfect haven for a runaway prince. Until a black garbed figure trailing a tantalizing perfume steals into Nikolas Donovan’s hotel room. And something about his sensual assailant is hauntingly familiar…
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But all bets are off when bounty hunter Rhia De Hayes’s latest assignment turns out to be the man with whom she once shared a heart stealing kiss. Her mission is to bring Prince Nikolas back to Silvershire. Trouble is brewing there, and Nikolas plunges into a hotbed of scandal and intrigue, ready to risk the throne itself for a love that comes but once in a lifetime…
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Internal Affair

The Danger Zone Detective Patrick Cavanaugh survived by the skin of his teeth, and was one of the fiercest law enforcers west of the Mississippi. He wasn’t friendly or popular, but he waged a war against crime with a ruthlessness that scared his peers. Now someone wanted to bring him down. And when you had more enemies than friends, where did you go for answers? Fun loving Detective Margaret McKenna became Patrick’s new partner. Little did he know Margaret had the power to ruin his life and was assigned to watch his every move. Nothing had prepared them for an attraction ocean deep and just as forbidden. While Patrick tried to fight against their love, Margaret couldn’t keep from believing in his innocence and hoping he’d believe in their future. Cavanugh Justice: No one is above the law…

The Woman Who Wasn’t There

Detective Troy Cavanaugh had never met a woman who didn’t like him &151; until Agent Delene D’Angelo gave him the cold shoulder at a crime scene. Thrown together by a murder investigation, Troy’s attempts to woo the sexy parole officer were met with staunch disinterest. Delene hadn’t escaped the clutches of her abusive ex just to fall prey to another smooth talking pretty boy, and Troy Cavanaugh was lethally charming. But that’s where the similarities ended &151; and Delene was learning that Troy had more beneath the surface. When the stakes couldn’t be higher, did she dare risk everything for a chance with this intriguing man?

Cavanaugh Watch

The last Cavanaugh to fall…
Assistant district attorney Janelle Cavanaugh understood how dangerous working on a high profile criminal case could be. But when her assignment took a deadly turn, she was given a ruggedly handsome and infuriatingly quiet bodyguard. Detective Sawyer Boone absolutely didn’t want to babysit the maddening yet attractive daughter of the chief of detectives. Then Janelle’s world came crashing around her, and Sawyer found himself wanting to protect her. Risking his life was part of the job. Risking his heart became quite another matter.

Cavanaugh Heat

They were devoted partners until a bullet separated them. Now Lila McIntyre worked a desk job and Brian Cavanaugh was chief of detectives. Suddenly, they were worlds apart. And yet, when she started getting disturbing phone calls in the middle of the night, newly widowed Lila turned to Brian for help. He’d kept his feelings for her carefully guarded until now. But as their growing relationship infuriated a stalker, Brian had to hold back once more. That fury made him wonder if Lila was chosen at random…
or if their tormentor was someone who knew and hated them both.

Protecting His Witness

The woman had secrets no cop could ignoreUndercover police officer Zack McIntyre couldn’t make sense of the beautiful, mysterious stranger who had saved him from death. She cared for him with skilled, gentle hands, awakening passions within him, but her haunted eyes spoke of secrets, lies and terrible fear. And he knew he couldn’t rest unless he kept her safe from harm and made her his own. Endless months in the shadows, hiding from a killer, had taught Dr. Krystle Maller to trust no one. This strong, compelling man made her long to take shelter, just for a little while, in the circle of his arms. But could she trust even him with her deadly secret?

The Cavanaugh Code

While searching for clues in a murder victim’s apartment, Detective Taylor McIntyre stumbles upon an intruder. Thinking she’s got her killer, Taylor handcuffs him to a railing. The next morning, she’s shocked when she runs into her ‘fugitive’ at the police precinct. Even more infuriating is her undeniable attraction to him. Private investigator J. C. Laredo finds Taylor’s tough as nails demeanor a turn on. And her stubborn refusal to accept his help in the murder investigation doesn’t deter him. He always gets what he wants. But as the body count rises, J.C. and Taylor must race to find a twisted serial killer before he finds them…
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Becoming a Cavanaugh

Someone was murdering the city’s elite, and anyone could be next. Assigned to the case was Detective Kyle O’Brien, whose new partner was the blond, blue eyed Jaren Rosetti, as sunny as Kyle was dark. Not to mention too irresistible for her own good. But their growing attraction had to be pushed aside as the horrific killer swept through the urban landscape. Kyle knew he was falling hard for his obstinate partner, who had a will of her own. While they deciphered the psychopath’s code, the killer prepared to strike again this time dangerously close to home.

Cavanaugh Reunion

Ethan O’Brien is run over by a beautiful woman as she emerges from a burning building, children in tow. An arsonist is loose in Aurora, and Ethan plans on stopping him. But the beauty is no victim, oh no. She’s the very investigator assigned to work with Ethan on his arson case. And just his luck, standing near her makes him hot all over.

Kansas Beckett is determined to find the arsonist who’s been torching the city. And she sure doesn’t need the likes of Ethan O’Brien getting in the way. Something about the man spells ‘trouble.’ But when he kisses her, her defenses melt, putting her in distinct danger of losing her heart….

Cavanaugh Pride

Julianne White Bear prided herself on never needing anyone. Ever since the detective teamed up with fellow cop Frank McIntyre, she found herself opening up. The proud, irresistible member of the Cavanaugh clan clearly didn’t want her invading his territory. But both were helpless to resist their simmering attraction…
. Frank needed to find out what drove the beautiful loner it was obvious Julianne had a secret past. Now their hunt for a serial killer threatened her future. All Frank wanted was to keep Julianne safe. How could they predict the passion that swamped their senses, exposing them to feelings far more dangerous?

A Hero for All Seasons

CHILDFINDERS, INC. THE DETECTIVE’S TEMPTING, TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT Something in Savannah King’s crystal blue eyes spoke to Sam as she desperately pleaded for his help in finding her child. Detective Sam Walters knew he was this frightened woman’s last hope, but he vowed not to get too close. Until she made a spot for herself on the investigation and in his life. No woman had ever affected this loner so instantly as Savannah. But once Sam found her daughter and he would he knew he would face his toughest case yet: winning Savannah’s heart, so he could be her hero for all seasons!When a child is missing and a heart need mending, it’s time to call ChildFinders, Inc.

A Forever Kind of Hero

CHILDFINDERS, INC.A DANGEROUS DISTRACTION She was the last person Garrett Wichita needed in his life. Days away from bringing down a major drug lord and satisfying a personal vendetta this federal agent instead found himself dodging Detective Megan Andreini. And because her runaway was last seen with his suspect, they were now partners. Try as he might, Garrett couldn’t keep his distance. Megan’s fierce protectiveness and their sizzling attraction beckoned this loner to come in out of the cold. But once Garrett saw justice served, could he convince this beautiful, independent woman that she was the only person he needed in his life?When a child is missing and a heart needs mending, it’s time to call ChildFinders, Inc.

Rancher’s Redemption (By:Beth Cornelison)

When Clay Colton found an abandoned car on his Texas ranch bloodstained and filled with cash he knew he faced big trouble. But he didn’t know how much trouble, until the crime scene investigator assigned to the case was the ex wife who still haunted his dreams.

Nothing had ever hurt Tamara Brown more than her divorce. But she had survived and made a career. Working closely with Clay to solve this deadly mystery was sweet misery for him, too, she suspected. Was there really a chance they could somehow rekindle their love ?

Soldier’s Secret Child (By:Caridad Piñeiro)

At eighteen, Macy Ward had turned to Fisher Yates for a single night of comfort and then Fisher joined the military while she married another man. Years later, she is a single mother, and Fisher is back in town, unaware that the troubled teen with Macy is the result of that one passionate, unforgettable night.

Macy knows that she should tell Fisher. But the military is his life a life that never seemed to include the desire for family. Until her son’s disappearance brings them together in a race to save him and forces the ultimate decision between duty and lost love.

The Sheriff’s Amnesiac Bride (By:Linda Conrad)

Sheriff Jericho Yates was about to marry a friend as a favor when a gorgeous damsel appeared, dodging bullets and running for shelter. He had to help this woman who didn’t know who she was.

Rosie wished she could tell Jericho why she’d been running and how she’d ended up pregnant.

She did know she was falling in love with the handsome, engaged sheriff. Then Jericho’s marriage was called off and he showed Rosie how far he’d go to keep her safe. But once her memory returned, would they lose their chance for a future together?

The Sheriff’s Amnesiac Bride (By:Linda Conrad)

Sheriff Jericho Yates was about to marry a friend as a favor when a gorgeous damsel appeared, dodging bullets and running for shelter. He had to help this woman who didn’t know who she was.

Rosie wished she could tell Jericho why she’d been running and how she’d ended up pregnant.

She did know she was falling in love with the handsome, engaged sheriff. Then Jericho’s marriage was called off and he showed Rosie how far he’d go to keep her safe. But once her memory returned, would they lose their chance for a future together?

Colton’s Secret Service

‘Striking a Secret Service agent will land you in prison.’

But the petite redhead with the cowboy hat and tire iron seemed unfazed by Nick Sheffield’s words. The Secret Service agent had come to the tiny Texas town to unmask a potential threat to his employer a U.S. senator. Could his quarry be this captivating single mother who aroused in him a passion that was anything but innocent?

How dare this stranger show up and turn her life upside down! The last thing Georgeann Grady Colton needed was someone like Nick handsome, suspicious, irresistible. As danger and desire collided, Georgie knew she was traveling a treacherous road: falling for a man who was taking them both to the point of no return.

Baby’s Watch (By:Justine Davis)

Bad boy turned undercover agent Ryder Colton had come home to Texas to bust a baby smuggling ring not deliver a baby! But he couldn t turn his back on the pregnant woman he found at Hopechest Ranch a woman whose smoldering beauty haunted him long after he d left. A woman he thought he d never see again.

Then her child was kidnapped.

Ana Morales never forgot the handsome stranger who d helped her only to vanish into the night. Now he was her last hope. As danger and desire rocked Ana’s world, her only safe haven was Ryder s arms, where she d fight for a love that had blossomed against all odds.

Covert Agent’s Virgin Affair (By:Linda Conrad)

Undercover agent Jake Pierson figures one romantic dinner will get never been kissed librarian Mary Walsh to tell him everything she knows about her late father’s criminal activities. But the more Mary talks, the more Jake wants to shut her up with kisses. Because he’s falling for his own too trusting target and there isn’t a damn thing he can do about it. Well, maybe one thing…
With her shiny new lease on life, Mary has become wiser about a lot of things. For one, she can spot a liar a mile away. She knows her gorgeous new boyfriend is hiding something. And she has a sneaking suspicion those secrets will get them both killed unless he trusts her with the truth.

The Librarian’s Secret Scandal (By:Jennifer Morey)

Fifteen years ago Lily Masterson was Honey Creek’s bad girl until she fled with a terrible secret. She’s now a responsible librarian, but no one believes she’s changed except handsome sheriff Wes Colton. And though she’s determined to keep her secret, she and the sheriff certainly give ’em all something to talk about . Former navy SEAL Sheriff Wes Colton is all about truth and justice. He’s convinced Lily got the short end of the stick. Gossipmongers be damned, she’s got that type of earthy beauty that keeps him up at night. When threats become more sinister, it’s the last straw he won’t rest until she’s safe.

Will and the Headstrong Female

What happens when a spitfire little lady driving a big rig runs a cowboy off the road? Fireworks! But no way is single Denise Cavanaugh going to swoon at the feet of some rugged wranglin’ man, not when she has her family and business to worry about and a jaded heart to protect. But try as she might, Denise just can’t run Will out of her mind.

Diagnosis

Someone else might crave excitement, but Dr. Natalya Pulaski was enjoying her ordinary life. Then she received a chilling call from her best friend and the line mysteriously went dead. She felt in her bones something bad had happened. And that she had to get answers. Detective Michael DiPalma’s Friday night plans did not include working a missing person’s case or uncovering a dead body. But something about Natalya’s vivid green eyes and killer curves demanded his immediate attention. As they teamed up, it was clear the walls around their guarded hearts were about to crumble. Were they brave enough to take the fall?

A Doctor’s Secret

One long ago night changed Dr. Tania Pulaski’s life forever. Now the fourth year resident depended on the frantic pace of the E.R. to keep her focused when those secret nightmares resurfaced. But hiding in the confines of the antiseptic hospital seemed impossible once Jesse Steele a local hero more handsome than any living man ought to be was wheeled into her trauma room. Though experience had taught Tania to keep men like Jesse at arm’s length, his steamy kisses soon awakened the woman inside the shapeless scrubs. For the first time, Tania longed for someone special but would the past ever release its grip on her?

Secret Agent Affair

Dr. Marja Pulaski knew she was inviting danger by treating the wounded stranger. The man called Kane wasn’t what he pretended to be. But she couldn’t begin to guess how much of a threat he really was or the passion he’d awaken with his very first touch…
. A Special Forces agent who put his life on the line every day, Kane Donnelly knew better than to fall for a woman who could compromise his mission. Especially with her life and the lives of countless others at stake. He couldn’t risk losing Marja. But he had to let her go before their growing love plunged them into the greatest peril of all.

In His Protective Custody

‘You can go back to being the city’s dark knight.’

Dr. Aleksandra Pulaski tells officer Zane Calloway exactly what she thinks when he shows up in her E.R. with a bullet wound. But Zane isn’t leaving her E.R. too fast. A former domestic violence case went bad, and now Alyx’s life is in danger. With Zane her only hope….

Zane reluctantly signs up to be Alyx’s bodyguard. Trouble is, he could get used to having the infuriating beauty around-permanently. But can he keep her safe from a bitter man’s revenge long enough for her to penetrate his steely heart?

Father Goose

After tailing pretty suspect Melissa Ryan through town, bachelor cop Del Santini never expected to have to deliver her baby or to become the protector of the new mother and her delightful child.’

The Women in Joe Sullivan’s Life

Women? Sexy bachelor Joe Sullivan considered himself an expert. But little girls? What Joe didn’t know about children would fill volumes. Yet suddenly the beleaguered uncle had three rambunctious nieces to raise. And he desperately needed a manual…
or a miracle. To Joe’s amazement, classy cookie mogul Maggie McGuire welcomed his kids’ warm, sticky kisses. Still, she nervously sidestepped his loving embrace. Why? Maggie was a mystery. Could Joe get past her defenses…
and find his family a happy ending?

Triple Dare (By:Candace Irvin)

Subject: Daredevil Darian Sabura Family History: Dare’s an empath but the source of his power is a mystery. Deepest Secret: Dare avoids all human contact and emotion especially love. With his rock hard body and bottomless bank account, Darian Sabura fearlessly traveled the globe in search of his next adrenaline rush and found it rescuing a damsel in distress. Abigail Pembroke’s sheltered life had been violently shattered when she’d witnessed a brutal murder. Now someone was trying to ensure she didn’t live to talk about it. But Abby wasn’t the only one in danger. From teh moment he saw her, Dare couldn’t stop the flood of emotion that destroyed the long held barriers around his soul. For the first time, he felt cold blooded fear and desire. And as their stalker drew near, he risked sheltering Abby in his arms…
and his heart. Family Secrets: No one is alone.

Immovable Objects

Relishing her newfound freedom from a domineering brother, Elizabeth wanted only to control her destiny, her power, her heart. Like a bird set loose from its cage, she tested her wings with Cole Williams. But was the Philadelphia billionaire too hot for her to handle on her first solo flight? Retrieving his priceless piece of stolen art was easy, but the man was dangerously sexy. Despite her desire for independence, she couldn’t help giving in to temptation and passion with Cole. But then she learned that someone from her past was hell bent on finding her and Cole was the only one who could keep her safe. Could she give herself over to his protection…
without risking her body and soul?

A Touch of the Beast (By:Linda Winstead Jones)

Hawk Donovan was seeking the truth about his mysterious past. And when his search led him to a former fertility clinic, for once the avowed loner had no choice but to ask for help from beautiful Sheryl Eldanis. The desirable vet didn’t want the handsome rancher poking around her new office, but Hawk desperately needed access to the old clinic files and her. Her strength enticed him; her wit seduced him. Hawk knew they could never have a future unless he could find what he was looking for in the sinister records. But he soon feared it was too late to protect Sheryl. From a broken heart…
and from the danger he’d brought to her door.

The Doctor’s Forever Family

Big city radiologist Dan Davenport is ready to take New York by storm. But when an accident robs him of the most important person in his life, he decides to honor his brother by taking his place as the town physician in Forever, Texas temporarily. He’s never been fond of commitment, but when he meets a beautiful young mother struggling to get back on her feet, he reconsiders. Tina Blayne can’t afford to open her heart to another man, especially one itching to leave town at the first opportunity. Yet when she begins working at Dan’s clinic, she realizes the doctor’s got wounds of his own wounds that require her special brand of healing.

Hired Husband (By:Rebecca Brandewyne)

Forced by dire circumstances to propose marriage to the secretive Nick Valkov, Caroline Fortune places her family’s fate in her new husband’s hands and is unprepared for the feelings she experiences toward him.

Beauty and the Bodyguard (By:Merline Lovelace)

Hired to protect million dollar cover girl Allie Fortune from a stalker, ex mercenary Rafe Stone spirits her away to a safe and secluded place, where the pair discover an unexpected attraction for each other.

Stand In Bride (By:Barbara Boswell)

Proposing a marriage in name only to his secretary in order to fend of the hordes of would be matchmakers, high powered executive Michael Fortune is astounded when he becomes a not so reluctant husband and father.

The Wolf and the Dove (By:Linda Turner)

His life in Wyoming disrupted by outsider Rachel Fortune, Dr. Lucas Greywolf vows to avoid her but is unable to resist his feelings for her, a situation that is complicated when Rachel becomes pregnant.

Wife Wanted (By:Christine Rimmer)

Hoping for a vacation and a new start, Natalie Fortune is instead laid up with a broken leg and a sexy neighbor, Eric, and she fears she has made a mistake in letting Eric and his young son into her life.

Mystery Heiress (By:Suzanne Carey)

Journeying to Minneapolis to find who among her family, the Fortunes, would be willing to help her save the life of her ill daughter, Jessica Holmes ignores criticism that she is after the family fortune and meets Dr. Stephen Hunter.

Forgotten Honeymoon

Max Cooper gets an opportunity for revenge on his high and mighty partner, Kristina Fortune, when she suffers amnesia and depends on him to fill in the gaps, but instead he questions his motives and realizes his attraction to her.

The Wrangler’s Bride (By:Justine Davis)

Estranged from his rich family, Grant McClure, stepson to the Fortunes, answers a call to duty when Meredith Brady needs his help to survive, and he finds himself falling in love with her.

The Baby Chase (By:Jennifer Greene)

Wanting nothing more than a baby of her own, Rebecca Fortune sets out to seduce her nemesis, rugged private investigator Gabriel Devereaux, never expecting to fall for the reluctant father of her soon to be born child.’

A Willing Wife (By:Jackie Merritt)

Dallas Fortune has always enjoyed his life of living alone, until Maggie Perez and her young son come to live on his land, leading Dallas to wonder if a family might not be what he has been missing.

Marry in Haste…. (By:Karen Rose Smith)

The Marriage One unbelievable night had left brooding bachelor Reed Fortune in one helluva compromising position in bed with another man’s fianc e! And in the morning light he learned that the beautiful stranger was his wife. Mallory Prescott the new Mrs. Fortune needed protection from the dangerous man she was supposed to marry. So the honor bound groom whisked Mallory to the safety of the Double Crown Ranch. Though their wedding was a fluke and their marriage a mishap, their attraction was undeniable. Along and in hiding, these newlyweds would discover whether their passion burned bright for just one night…
or forever. Membership in this family has its privileges…
and its price. But what a fortune can’t buy, a true bed Texas love is sure to bring!

The Heiress and the Sheriff (By:Stella Bagwell)

The horse that sideswiped Gabrielle Carter’s car as she approached the sprawling Fortune ranch left her with a blow to the head and no memory of being Miranda Fortune’s daughter. But that doesn’t stop the bighearted Texas family from insisting she recuperate at the ranch. Sheriff Wyatt Grayhawk isn’t sure what to make of this beautiful interloper. He can’t deny his intense attraction, despite his fears that she’s a con artist out to claim the Fortune legacy. Hidden in her belongings, Gabrielle has proof that she is the family’s long lost niece. And she’s not looking for money just a family to call her own. But her returning memory and the harsh accusations fired at her by Wyatt leave her angry, hurt and ready to abandon all her dreams…
including the sexy sheriff with whom she’s fallen in love.

Wedlocked?! (By:Pamela Toth)

The Fortunes of Texas Romance series.

Hired Bride (By:Jackie Merritt)

The Fortunes of Texas series by Harlequin Romance

Plain Jane and the Playboy

Being swept into the arms of a tall, dark, gorgeous stranger at midnight only happened in fairy tales. Yet the rugged Texan who suddenly appeared at Jane Gilliam’s side was real enough…
and so was the soul scorching kiss they shared as the bells chimed on New Year’s Eve. Only Jorge Mendoza wasn’t the happily ever after type. Or was he?As the confirmed bachelor of the Mendoza clan, Jorge had a reputation to uphold. Until he tasted the sweet passion this far from plain Jane was offering. It started as an innocent dare. But was it blossoming into a love that was tempting the commitment shy playboy to change his wandering ways forever?

Valentine’s Fortune (By:Allison Leigh)

‘You’re safe now.’

His voice was a seductive whisper as he pulled her from the blazing restaurant. But on the run and pregnant, Bethany Burdett knew she had to forget the brave firefighter who’d risked his life to save hers. Until Darr Fortune tracked her down…

Ever since he spirited the unconscious stranger to safety, the youngest Fortune brother was haunted by a powerful desire to see her again. And when a blizzard stranded them together, Darr knew he’d risk it all again for the enigmatic mother to be who aroused much more than his protective instincts…
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Triple Trouble (By:Lois Faye Dyer)

As financial analyst for the Fortune foundation, Nicholas Fortune was used to crunching numbers not changing diapers. But when he learned he’d just become temporary guardian to triplets! the overwhelmed new father needed to find a nanny, pronto. Charlene London was the answer to the Texas bachelor’s prayers, even if she couldn’t see it. And though it took no time for the three baby girls to steal Charlene’s heart, their substitute dad was another story. Because her sexy boss was strictly off limits, even if her job was just temporary. Unless he made her another offer one she couldn’t refuse…
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A Real Live Cowboy (By:Judy Duarte)

Isabella Mendoza knew what she wanted in a husband. And William ‘J.R.’ Fortune was so not that man. The irresistibly attractive businessman turned rancher might wear denim and spurs, but what happened when he got tired of playing cowboy?

Eldest son J.R. had come home to Red Rock to live up to the Fortune legacy. Now he wanted Isabella to share it with him. Hiring the fiery artisan to design his new ranch house was the first step. But when a devious enemy targeted both their families, he realized how far he’d go to protect the woman he loved. He’d prove that together, theirs was a heritage worth saving .

Fortune’s Woman (By:RaeAnne Thayne)

Only a family crisis could bring Ross Fortune back home to Texas. But clearing his sister of a murder charge was the roving P.I.’s most important mission. Falling for the woman counseling his nephew was a complication he definitely didn’t need.

Though the sexy, off limits Fortune was a challenge she couldn’t resist, Julie Osterman couldn’t afford to let her personal feelings cloud her professional judgment. But when an explosive secret threatened everyone’s future, was she willing to put it all on the line for the chance to be at Ross’s side forever?

A Fortune Wedding (By:Kristin Hardy)

Once, he was her whole world

until Roberto Mendoza left Frannie Fortune and their hometown far behind. But she was no longer the seventeen year old in love with the smoldering ranch hand. She was a woman accused of murdering her husband.

When he left Red Rock nineteen years ago, Roberto swore he would never return. But when an unseen enemy threatened the Mendoza clan, he found himself charging to Frannie’s rescue, determined to help her clear her name. And when passion reignited hotter and more powerful than before Roberto knew he’d do anything to heal the past and build a future with the woman who’d always belong to him.

The woman he’d never stopped loving.

Her Good Fortune

Back home in Texas and ready to get her life in order, Gloria Mendoza knew men were a distraction she couldn’t afford. So when she was offered assistance from CEO Jack Fortune to get her business up and running, Gloria sensed it would take incredible willpower to ignore the not so subtle attraction that simmered between them…
. As a top notch businessman, Jack was used to being in control. And yet whenever he was around feisty, sultry Gloria, control was the last thing on his mind. Could the workaholic, famous for having ice in his veins, be ready to surrender to something even a Fortune couldn’t deny?

Cowboy at Midnight (By:Ann Major)

With his prosperous ranch and independence, Steven considers himself a lucky man. He’s smart enough to stay far away from love he’s learned it only brings heartache. But then he meets events planner Amy Burke Sinclair, who has beauty and the brains to match and is just as cautious as he is. Despite that, she seduces him into a night of passion that leaves him stunned, and ready to admit that perhaps he doesn’t have all the answers. When they have to work together on a function honoring patriarch Ryan Fortune, Steven finds himself falling even harder. He soon changes his mind about the benefits of love and commitment…
but will Amy change hers?

A Baby Changes Everything

After five years of loving and honoring her husband, Savannah Perez worried that her marriage to Cruz was doomed. She loved him so much, but felt that his backbreaking devotion to their new ranch was ruining their relationship. Cruz Perez felt he had something to prove, so he pushed himself beyond his limits. He wanted the best for his wife and son, but tried to forget the pained looks they gave him when he returned home late at night. He knew he had to show his pregnant wife that she meant everything to him before it was too late.

The Debutante (By:Elizabeth Bevarly)

Doesn’t everyone want true love? No way. For sexy Miles Fortune, the youngest of the Fortune triplets, soul mates are for suckers. But when the playboy rancher eyes blond bombshell Lanie Meyers at the governor’s fund raiser, he’s soon face to face with a woman who’s wilder than he is. She also happens to be the governor’s daughter. But the paparazzi have a way of showing up when things get crazy and their compromising position is making headline news. There’s only one way to save face. Pretend to be engaged at least until Lanie’s father’s election is over. But when an underhanded deal goes sour, Miles must convince Lanie that playing to the press will be more pleasurable than she thinks.

The Good Doctor (By:Karen Rose Smith)

Peter Clark would never describe himself as a jaw dropping catch despite being one of San Antonio’s most respected neurosurgeons. So why is beautiful New York neurologist Violet Fortune looking at him as if she would like to show him her bedside manner? Not that he minds…
it’s been a long time since he’s met a woman who could ever hope to compete with his work. Being with Peter helps workaholic Violet ditch her self doubt and discover what it feels like to be in the arms of a man who understands the depths of her commitment to medicine. But while that dedication helps heal, it also has the power to force Violet and Peter apart. And suddenly Violet must decide if Texas is truly her home.

Keeping Her Safe (By:Myrna Mackenzie)

‘Nothing scares me…
except losing control of my life.’ Natalie McCabe, investigative journalist When investigative journalist Natalie McCabe discovers a local investment bank is taking retirees for a ride, she’s all over the case, even going undercover to get the goods on dirty brokers. But then Jason Jamison, the man she recently saw murder his wife, escapes from jail. And incognito or not, Natalie’s life is in danger. Fortunately her new bodyguard, Vincent Fortune, has the brawn to keep her safe…
as long as she plays by his rules. Vincent can’t figure out his spitfire client. She wants security, but sneaks away as soon as she thinks she has a lead. All he knows is their attraction is growing stronger each day. And Vincent’s not sure how much longer he can protect Natalie from his own desire.

Lone Star Rancher (By:Laurie Paige)

Jessica Miller’s life could be ripped from the headlines: Gorgeous New York Model Flees From Stalker. But as her twisted admirer becomes more fixated and more dangerous she has only one choice. To pack her bags and retreat to her only remaining refuge Red Rock, Texas, and Clyde Fortune’s ranch…
the last place on earth she expects to find love. When Clyde opens the door to his home, the brooding loner must eventually admit he’s opened up his heart for the first time in years. Still, he can’t shake the feeling Jessica is hiding something more than her feelings for him. And if there’s anything he’s learned from the past, it’s that secrets have the power to destroy any chance for a future built on hope.

Once A Rebel (By:Sheri Whitefeather)

‘What’s the point of loving a woman when she might just cut and run?’ Ethan Eldridge, veterinarian It’s not easy living down a wild child reputation. But Susan Fortune has never done anything the easy way. Who would have guessed she’d turn out to be a well respected San Francisco psychologist with a knack for helping wayward teens? Not Ethan Eldridge, her secret crush who lived in Red Rock, Texas, seventeen years ago. Now back on the ranch to pay respects to ailing Ryan Fortune, Susan lets Ethan in on her little secret. However, the sexy and serious veterinarian has a surprise for her, too. Their longing was mutual. And how can he say no to a second chance with Susan? But Ethan’s heart is scarred. And if she wants to keep him, Susan’s got to prove that even rebels have to put down roots sometime.

Fortune’s Legacy (By:Maureen Child)

‘Who cares if I grew up with money? I deserve this job.’ Kyra Fortune, associate VP Kyra Fortune can’t believe she might get fired. Sure, she knows some people think she’s a spoiled brat with more family connections than brains, but she knows the game at Voltage Energy Company: don’t let anyone see you sweat. So when she’s asked to accompany senior VP Garrett Wolff her most vocal critic to a sales conference in Colorado, she jumps at the chance to prove herself. Then a car crash in the middle of a churning snowstorm forces Kyra and Garrett to huddle in an abandoned cabin and sparks fly. But by morning light, there’s new trouble on the horizon. A Voltage conspiracy scandal is electrifying the newspapers. And Kyra’s family name is at the heart of it all.

The Reckoning (By:Christie Ridgway)

‘Emmett, danger is the way you live your life. But that’s not my life.’ Linda Faraday, survivor After ten stolen years in a coma, hanging on to life by strands of uncertainty, Linda Faraday is finally awake. All she knows is she used to be an undercover operative looking into the shady dealings of embezzler Cameron Fortune. And today…
A survivor? A mother to a ten year old son? Now that Ryan Fortune is gone, FBI agent Emmett Jamison is stepping in to help her although he hardly seems thrilled at the prospect. An empty house and growing attraction erodes Linda and Emmett’s self control. But Linda isn’t sure Emmett fits into her plans: a simple life with a simple man. Spending days chasing after his murderously insane brother hardly qualifies. But maybe Linda was never meant to take the safe road. Maybe it’s time for a final reckoning for all…

Fortune’s Just Desserts

Atlanta heiress Wendy Fortune was used to being overlooked by the rest of her powerful family. But when a last-ditch job at Red Rock’s best restaurant revealed her hidden talents in the kitchen, she was determined to prove to everyone she could handle the pressure. Especially her tall, dark and sexy boss…

Marcos Mendoza had always lived by one rule: never, ever mix business with pleasure. It was bad enough he’d been pressured into hiring pampered playgirl Wendy Fortune. Now he had to fight his growing attraction to his sexy new pastry chef…an attraction Wendy was doing everything to encourage! Maybe a spoonful of sugar was just what the workaholic needed….

Fortune’s Cinderella (By:Karen Templeton)

Scott Fortune was a vice president, a man of action, a man not used to feeling powerless. But in one terrifying moment, a freak tornado had taken down the Red Rock airport, leaving Scott trapped beneath the rubble. Fate had stranded him with quirky, unforgettable Christina Hastings, and in those death defying moments, the wealthy bachelor fell in love.A snack bar waitress with a heartbreaking past, Christina knew better than to believe in fairy tales. She’d found safety, even passion, in Scott’s strong arms, but happy endings just didn’t happen to a girl like her especially with a man like Scott. Yet she was finding it harder and harder to resist the Southern gentleman’s many charms .

Fortune’s Valentine Bride

Blake Fortune might not have been the easiest boss in the world, but Katie Wallace knew him better than anyone. Neighbors and longtime friends, she and Blake made a great team. Katie dreamed they’d someday be more . But time was running out. Spurred on by last month’s life altering tornado, Blake had decided it was time for him to marry somebody else! With the rest of the Fortunes rooting her on, the spunky secretary had to find a way to change his mind fast. Could her plan really win over the Fortune of her dreams?

In the Dark (By:Judith Arnold)

The most beautiful hotel in New Orleans, and someone’s out to destroy it. The party at the Hotel Marchand is in full swing when all the lights suddenly go out. What does head of security Mac Jensen do first? He’s torn between two jobs protecting the guests at Hotel Marchand and keeping Julie Sullivan safe. Mac knows Julie has no idea that he took the job at the hotel in order to act as her bodyguard. But now he feels a loyalty to both the hotel and the Marchand women who run it. As for Julie, she’s being harassed by someone from her past…
and what Mac feels for her is anything but professional. A woman to protect. A hotel to secure. And no idea who’s determined to harm them.

The Setup

A bohemian artist is everything Jefferson Lambert never knew he wanted in a woman The minute he meets his date for the night, Jefferson Lambert knows someone tampered with his matchmaking profile. How else would a conservative lawyer end up with a gorgeous, spirited woman like Sylvie Marchand? At first it looks as if the match will never work. But an unexpected blackout changes everything. With Sylvie at his side, life is suddenly one big adventure. Two paintings go missing from the Marchand family gallery, and it’s up to Sylvie and Jefferson to find them. Life might be falling apart for Sylvie, but Jefferson feels as if it’s just beginning. Perhaps the matchmaker knew exactly what she was doing…

The Unknown Woman (By:Laurie Paige)

They were supposed to be tourists, not detectives There’s a dead woman in Matt Anderson’s hotel room and he has no idea how she got there. When Kerry Johnston appears from next door to help, both she and Matt recognize the woman as a local waitress and practitioner of voodoo. That’s all anyone seems to know about her, but it’s not enough for Matt and Kerry. While alive, this woman had sensed a hidden sadness in the two strangers and directed each of them to a special healing ceremony. As Matt and Kerry investigate her death, something strange starts to happen: the sadness lifts, replaced by a growing certainty that the two of them are meant to be together.

Damage Control (By:Kristi Gold)

He’d loved her and left her, and now he was back When Hollywood director Pete Traynor walked out on the movie Renee Marchand was producing, his departure ended up costing her the job she loved. Now he’s checked into her family’s New Orleans hotel and Renee is finding it hard to maintain her cool. His arrival triggers a lot of memories and just as many questions. Why did he disappear with no explanation? And why hasn’t Renee been able to forget the night they spent together? It doesn’t take long before she has at least one answer. Pete Traynor is still the most appealing man she’s ever met. Now she has to decide what to do about it.

A Secret Life (By:Barbara Dunlop)

As far as Joan Bateman is concerned, life as she’s known it is over. For years she’s lived with a dual identity. The people of Indigo know her simply as their neighbor, but to crime mystery readers, she’s the bestselling author Jules Burrell. But once her secret is leaked, the media, her fans and Anthony Verdun, her New York agent, all descend on the sleepy little town. Anthony is bent on using the publicity to promote Joan’s latest book, but it’s when the plot turns out to be more fact than fiction and the murderer sets his sights on Joan that the relationship between author and agent becomes much more personal.

A Second Chance (By:Kara Lennox)

The only person who can keep Luc Carter in the little town of Indigo is Loretta Castille. She’s also the reason he has to leave. A single mom and local baker who supplies Luc’s B and B, Loretta has had a no dating policy since discovering the man she married was a criminal. Bending the rules for Luc is a possibility, but not if she finds out he’s on probation. Luc will soon be a free man and his record expunged, but there’s no pleasure in freedom when it means giving up the woman he loves.

Mistletoe and Miracles

‘You can get through to him. I know you can.’Though he heard her words, Trent Marlowe knew he had to be dreaming. What were the odds that Laurel would just reappear after vanishing seven years before? She’d turned his heart to stone and he wanted to keep it that way. Then he learned the real reason for her visit. Laurel would regret leaving Trent until the day she died. She’d disappeared with a litany of secrets too shameful to confide in a man she’d never stopped loving. But now she desperately needed him to help her troubled young son. Yet how could she fight the desire Trent was reigniting? And the bittersweet yearning for a second chance?

The Bride with No Name

From the moment he pulled the unconscious woman from the sea, Trevor Marlowe knew his life would never be the same. But even the celebrated restaurateur couldn’t have predicted how passionately he’d fall for his beautiful, mysterious mermaid. Even if she couldn’t tell him who she was. She couldn’t remember her life before the compeling stranger rescued her. She only knew that this kind, sexy man who called her Venus made her feel as if she were the most special woman in the world. He made her believe they had a future together even if she had no clue about her past .

Diamond in the Rough

A Pulitzer Prize Winning Romance Miranda Shaw’s world shattered the instant her star pitcher father was accused of cheating and her family was destroyed forever. Decades later, the last thing she needed was some sportswriter digging into their business. No matter how handsome and charming he was…

Mike Marlowe knew there was more to the story and to the beautiful, elusive woman who stirred him even more than sniffing out a scoop. But Miranda was as fiercely protective of her heart as she was of her family name. Mike’s relentless pursuit of the truth could rob him of the real headline: true love!

Travis’s Appeal

He never mixed business with pleasure. But when fresh faced Shana O’Reilly appeared at his office door, she threw no nonsense attorney Travis Marlowe’s carefully ordered world into a tailspin. For the first time ever, he couldn’t stop thinking about a client and not just because of her father’s mysterious request to adjust his will. Shana wasn’t looking for romance she had her hands full with her family and her business. But she couldn’t shut off the electric current humming between her and of all people the new family attorney. Talk about finding love where you least expect it…
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A Lawman for Christmas

To Kelsey Marlowe, policemen spell one thing T R O U B L E. So she struggles to resist Officer Morgan Donnelly’s charms even though he’d gallantly come to her mother’s aid. But when her family insists on meeting the man who’d saved their beloved matriarch, she finds herself unbelievingly tempted to kiss him under the mistletoe. Talk about trouble Becoming involved with the Marlowe clan is not what Morgan has in mind. He doesn’t do entanglements yet he can’t help wanting to become entangled with Kelsey in more ways than one. He’s never put much stock in holiday presents before, so why is she quickly moving to the top of his wish list?

Mr. Hall Takes a Bride

Handsome, ruthless attorney Jordan Logan had an amazing track record: he’d never lost a case. So when he agreed to do a favor for his sister and become a substitute lawyer at Advocate Aid, he thought it would be a piece of cake. What Jordan didn’t expect was the all consuming passion he felt for his work and for the one ofa kind office manager, Sarajane Gerrity. As suspicious of him as she was stunning, Sarajane was full of surprises. And the biggest surprise of all was allowing herself to fall for a man like Jordan. But the jury was still out on whether this romance could be for real.

The Baby Bargain (By:Wendy Warren)

When yet another scandal rocked the Children’s Connection, it was PR whiz LJ Logan to the rescue. Sharp and sophisticated, LJ was confident he could salvage the center’s battered reputation. But Eden Carter, one of the Connection’s most beloved birth specialists, wasn’t so sure. Stung by the dazzling doula and her criticism of his creative campaign, LJ issued a challenge: You come up with something better. To LJ’s surprise Eden agreed. The one condition: LJ must care for the single mom’s infant son for one week. One week? No problem. But when LJ began to play Mr. Mom, he didn’t realize it was a role he might want to embrace for life .

Falling for the Texas Tycoon (By:Karen Rose Smith)

After real estate mogul Alan Barrett first laid eyes on Lisa Sanders, he couldn’t keep the intriguing and much younger office manager from his mind. When Lisa was tapped to assist with a lucrative deal, the sparks between the two soon burned as bright as the stars over Alan’s ranch. Lisa wanted all the business experience she could get. What she didn’t count on was negotiating a chemistry with Alan unlike any she’d ever felt before. And Lisa was also hiding secrets of her past, a past that was in plain view. Would her love for Alan propel her into the future or leave her shackled to what she just couldn’t leave behind?

The Couple Most Likely To (By:)

When Jake Logan joined the Children’s Connection, the hospital was overjoyed to have one of the country’s top fertility specialists on staff. But when I first laid eyes on the esteemed doctor, I was shocked. The hotshot hire was my former high school sweetheart! There was a time I thought I’d be with Jake forever. When ‘Stacey and Jake’ were the perfect couple. But after I got pregnant on prom night, everything changed. Now I’m a divorced mother of two and I can’t believe that Jake’s back in my life. Because this doctor might be medicine that’s just too bitter to swallow…
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Always a Bridesmaid (By:Kristin Hardy)

paired with usher Gil Reynolds at a wedding, there was no mistaking the unexpected sparks that melted even Jillian’s protective reserve. Brash and handsome, Gil was used to getting whatever he wanted. And the stunning social worker represented a challenge that he couldn’t resist. But Jillian was shocked to learn Gil’s secret: He was involved in a scandal that had torn her beloved family apart. Gil wanted to make amends, but could Jillian truly forgive and forget and admit that she was falling in love?

The Toddler’s Tale (By:Rebecca Winters)

Max Jamison had been a good cop, and now he was a good P.I. Still, it shook him to be faced with what seemed to be a replay of his past a baby depending on him for rescue! And his only ally was ‘The Black Widow’, Chelsea Markum. Chelsea Markum, relentless reporter for the Tattle Today TV, knew a hot story when she saw one and a trapped toddler was it! Yet here she was with no camcorder, thanks to Max Jamison, and the strangest urge to help!In her wildest dreams, Chelsea wouldn’t have seen herself singing at the scene of a disaster, but if that’s what it took to comfort the child…
Neither would she ever have imagined teaming up with Max Jamison, or their falling in love…
. But she was beginning to believe the old saying that ‘truth is stranger than fiction’.

Guarding Camille (By:Judy Christenberry)

When pregnant Camille Eckart discovered her husband Vincent’s secret criminal life, she promptly divorced him. Now Vincent has tracked down Camille and her new baby boy. So what’s Secret Agent Jake Maitland to do but provide round the clock supervision?

A Dad at Last

Loner Connor O’Hara had a family now. At least, he had a son. And a whole mess of Maitland relatives that he hadn’t even known were his close kin. And then there was sweet Lacy Clark, the mother of his child. Frankly, it was a lot for a guy to take in. But something in Connor’s heart told him he finally belonged.

Unwrapping the Playboy

As rakishly handsome as he was successful, attorney Kullen Manetti was a ‘love ’em and leave ’em’ kind of guy. Until Lilli McCall, his long lost love, suddenly appeared in his office and turned his carefully crafted world upside down. Lilli had her reasons for leaving Kullen years ago reasons she’d never dreamed of sharing with him. But now the single mom needed his expert help to fight for what mattered most her young son. As her custody battle heated up, so did the still blazing chemistry with Kullen. Against her best laid plans, she fell hopelessly in love all over again. Only, this time, would she find the courage to stay?

Finding Happily-Ever-After

Private investigator Jewel Parnell doesn’t believe in fairy tale romance. What she does believe in are low risk, short term flings and ignoring her mother’s constant matchmaking attempts. But her newest clients a solemn, sexy professor and his grieving little nephew might just give Jewel the lesson in love she so badly needs!Christopher Culhane hires Jewel to locate his deadbeat ex brother in law, never intending to fall for her or build a family of his own. Yet drawn by her beauty, Christopher is soon determined to prove to Jewel that she can find happily ever after with him. Even if he has to do it one kiss at a time

Secret Agent Reunion (By:Caridad Piñeiro)

Posing as the fearless assassin code named the Sparrow had nearly cost Danielle Moore her life. Now the Lazlo operative must finish her mission. Then she meets her new partner. Agent Mitch Lama. Her former lover. A man who is supposed to be dead. Years ago, as he lay desperately wounded in her arms, Mitch knew he loved her. If only she could have trusted him with the truth back then. Now he’s recovered in time to smoke out a killer within their ranks. But Dani poses a greater danger, rekindling desire that puts them both at risk.

Bulletproof Marriage (By:Karen Whiddon)

Protecting Sean McGregor’s widow

Natalie had faced trouble before. As a highly trained agent of the British Secret Intelligence Service, she’d known heartache and passion and fear. But never before had she been pushed into a corner with no way out. Until now…
The man the Lazlo Group sent to help her, to protect her, was none other than her husband, Sean McGregor. After two years of mourning a man who had never died, would she have the time to forgive him or would the brutal actions of a madman leave her widowed, once again?

Lazlo’s Last Stand (By:Kathleen Creighton)

Keeping a low profile was Corbett Lazlo’s secret for success. But now the super-spy and elusive owner of the Lazlo Group had to confront the faceless assassin who was killing his agents–by making himself the next target. Then Lucia Cordez, his sexy head of IT, stepped into the line of fire. And the only safe haven for her was Corbett’s isolated home, where guarding her suddenly became very risky…
to his heart. For although Lucia claimed to love him, she could be the assassin’s partner–and Corbett’s deadly betrayer.

The Measure of a Man

Jane JacksonThis quiet girl has battled loneliness since a car accident left her an orphan and an unhappy marriage left her alone with a small child. Now a devoted single mom and assistant to everyone’s favourite English professor, Jane has no time for romance not even with the boy, now man, she’d never been able to forget…
Smith ParkerSmith seemed to have it all: good looks, good grades and limitless opportunities. But when he was falsely accused of stealing, a much needed scholarship evaporated along with his motivation and the college dropout became resigned to a life of menial jobs. Still the right woman might make him see that it’s never too late to reclaim what might have been…

The Pregnancy Project (By:Victoria Pade)

THE SAUNDERS SOUND OFFWHERE ARE THEY NOW?SAUNDERS UNIVERSITY KEEPS TRACK OF ITS NOTABLE ALUMNIElla GardnerThis successful federal prosecutor won’t let a failed marriage and medical difficulties stand in the way of her dream: to have a baby of her own. Ella’s used to negotiating for what she wants. So when she needs the help of the most saught after doctor in town, she won’t let his notorious irritability get in her way. Jacob WeberThe powerful intelligence of Boston’s most acclaimed fertility specialist is challenged only by his hostile demeanor to everyone around him. But after a spirited patient manages to break though his arrogant persona, she just might be able to cure the emptiness that lurks in his heart .

Diamonds and Deceptions

When the tall, dark stranger walked into her father’s bookstore, sheltered Brooke Moss was more than ready for romance. In the blink of an eye, the beautiful dreamer saw beneath the wounds of the emotionally scarred private eye and gave herself to him completely. Mark Banning had planned to seek out the man he’d been paid to find and be on his way. End of story. He had no intention of getting involved with his quarry’s sweet daughter, so imagine his surprise when his scarred heart responded to her genuine desire. But would she still want to share forever with him when he blew her tangled family history sky high?

Secrets, Lies And Loves (By:Laurie Paige)

Romancing the Enemy by Laurie PaigeSara Carlton was on a mission to seek revenge against the man who nearly destroyed her family. Moving in next door to her nemesis’s handsome son was part of her plan. Falling head over heels in love with him was not!Diamonds and Deceptionsby Marie FerrarellaWhen the tall, dark stranger walked into her bookshop, sheltered Brooke was ready for romance. In the blink of an eye, the beautiful dreamer saw the wounds of the emotionally scarred private eye and gave herself to him completely Too completely?The Rich Man s Son by Judy DuarteRowan was stumbling down a country road and couldn t remember a thing not even his name. Luckily, the most beautiful woman in Texas found him and he s starting to remember everything, including how to love again

A Daughter’s Perfect Secret (By:Kimberly Van Meter)

There’s something rotten in Wyoming. With its beautiful, blissful residents and close knit community, Cold Plains seems the ideal place to settle down. But Dr. Rafe Black senses the crack in its veneer the moment he arrives. On a desperate mission, he can’t allow anything to stand in his way. Including the captivating woman who could be harboring the town’s most horrific secret Reeling from the revelation that she isn’t who she thought she was, Darcy Craven isn’t leaving until she uncovers the truth about her past. She knows she shouldn’t trust the handsome healer with the sad smile. But every step brings Rafe and Darcy closer together and closer to a truth that could cost them their lives.

Under the King’s Command (By:Ingrid Weaver)

Navy SEAL Sam Coburn gladly agreed when the king of Montebello called upon him to track down the kidnapper of the crown prince’s baby son. But when Sam met his co commander, duty became both pleasure and pain. Lieutenant Kate Mulvaney’s maddeningly cool greeting couldn’t erase memories of the heated affair that had once consumed them or the puzzling way she’d brushed him off. Now the die hard SEAL had two mysteries to solve . Seeing Sam with the baby prince brought home the secret Kate knew he must never learn. But as tense days turned to tender nights, could her aching heart withstand Sam’s no holds barred campaign to discover the truth?

The Message (By:Stella Cameron)

When Page Linstrom first set eyes on Ian Faber, it was 2:00 a.m. and she was delivering an order of truffles and champagne to his San Francisco town house. Ian was intrigued. Page kept her distance. But he didn’t get the message. The overworked owner of Pedal Pushers, Page was committed to her courier business and didn’t have time for a social life. She had no experience with high society or with men like him. None of that fazed Ian. However, her riding a bike alone at night did. Ian wanted Page to stop before something happenedwhich was a premonition she should have listened to, before she found herself accused of a crime she didn’t commit!

The Amnesiac Bride

It was every woman’s dream come true, waking up in an opulent bridal suite, a wedding ring on her finger and a magnificent male by her side. But for Whitney Bradshaw it was more like a nightmare. She couldn’t remember the wedding, or her new husband or even her own name…

Remodeling the Bachelor

I, Philippe Zabelle wealthy software designer, callous playboy, totally un handy man, do hereby hire contractor Janice Diane Wyatt to renovate my home but not make significant changes in my life, like making me fall for her, a single mom.I give J.D. full authority to choose appliances and decor as long as she doesn’t distract me from my poker games or wear anything too revealing…
. Should J.D. fail to complete this job or should I be unable to resist her beauty and intelligence this agreement will be renegotiated according to our mutual desires.

Capturing the Millionaire

WOMAN’S BEST FRIEND? Being stranded without electricity in a houseful of orphaned dogs wasn’t high on Alain Dulac’s agenda. But when a car accident landed the West Coast attorney in the care of Kayla McKenna, he had a change of heart. Something about the compassionate but oh so seductive vet was making Alain suddenly yearn for the simple life…

Kayla had a soft spot for wounded animals not footloose bachelors. But after coming to the attractive stranger’s rescue, she found him awfully hard to resist. Bringing Alain into her home might have been an act of mercy, but when his injuries healed, would she lose him forever…
or would love come just in time?

Taming the Playboy

She was just what the doctor ordered…
When he rescued Vienna Hollenbeck and her grandfather from a fiery car wreck, Dr. Georges Armand wasn’t prepared for his reaction to the petite blonde. Vienna aroused his most protective instincts. And that didn’t include the effect she was having on his libido. An accident might have brought Blair Memorial’s sexiest resident into Vienna’s life, but she was no pushover. Falling for the handsome healer was a prescription for heartache. Unless she could show him that they shared something truly precious: the kind of love that comes along only once in a lifetime…

The Reluctant Cinderella (By:Christine Rimmer)

Plain Jane Megan Schumacher was the most dependable person on Danbury Way, the sleek suburban cul de sac where she lived over her sister’s garage. Certainly not the kind of girl who would rock anyone’s boat until she fell for the barely ex husband of her best friend and neighbor!Greg Banning planned to hire Megan to redo his marketing plan, but he counted the minutes until each of their meetings. As their romance heated up, Greg realized she was everything he wanted in a woman, and his thoughts began straying to marriage. But would their new love spell happiness for both of them or would the scandal tear them apart?

Mother in Training

Meticulous and by the book, corporate lawyer Jack Lever was used to order not the disorder of two small children. When his babysitter abruptly quit, the single dad didn’t know where to turn. He couldn’t believe his good luck when Zooey Finnegan agreed to become his nanny. Uninhibited and fun, Zooey was happy to take care of Jack’s children instead of sitting behind a desk in her family’s business. And to her surprise, Zooey soon loved the Levers like they were her own flesh and blood. It didn’t take long for Jack’s kids to fall hopelessly in love with her, either. Their father could be a different story…
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The City Girl and the Country Doctor (By:Christine Flynn)

‘Thanksgiving News From The Rosewood Reader Dear Readers, You’ve all been wondering what big city Rebecca Peters has been doing after moving to sleepy little Danbury Way. One thing’s for sure: Rebecca’s full of secrets and surprises. The beautiful fashion writer has even become an unlikely animal lover after meeting the town veterinarian, Dr. Joe Hudson. Sure, country boy Joe and cosmopolitan Rebecca seem an unlikely match. But these two opposites definitely attract. Joe might be able to help Rebecca finally find her long lost father and solve the puzzle of her past for once and for all. And this Turkey Day, Rebecca might be giving thanks for becoming the woman who opened Joe’s heart! ‘

Caitlin’s Guardian Angel

The assignment protecting a witness to a brutal murder was the toughest of Detective Graham Redhawk’s career. The witness was Caitlin Cassidy, the woman who’d long ago decided that a half Navajo renegade like him wasn’t good enough to spend her life with…
At the same time, he was entangled in a bitter custody battle for his adopted son. And his only hope of winning was a marriage in name only to this woman he couldn’t stop loving.

The Agent’s Secret Baby

Eve is pregnant with your baby.

The anonymous tip leads undercover DEA agent Adam Serrano back to his lost love, Eve Walters. The gorgeous veterinarian had stormed out of his life upon discovering the ‘truth’ about his identity. Though it nearly killed him, disappearing had ensured her safety. Now he’s a father and must see for himself that Eve is okay.

Renewed desire fuses them together despite all common sense. Then Eve and their baby become targets in his dangerous world. To survive, he must regain her trust. In the end, he needs to choose between family and duty, life and death.

The Soldier’s Secret Daughter (By:Cindy Dees)

Dashing spy Jagger Holtz lived in a world of danger. Not even a sweet brown eyed siren alone on New Year’s Eve could be trusted, especially when he had to bring down her employer. Somehow Emily Grainger broke through his defenses and set him up for two years of torturous captivity. Or so he thought. Emily hadn’t expected a cryptic message to lead her to rescue the man who’d disappeared after their night of passion. Nor had she known that he’d been held prisoner all that time and believed that she was responsible. Despite the suspicion, they must work together to stop the threat against them…
and protect their precious daughter.

The Cowboy’s Secret Twins (By:Carla Cassidy)

One cold December night, Henry James Randolf III wanted to escape. His money, his heritage, his lonely life. But when the blizzard drove the sexy Melissa Monroe into his arms he made sure to avoid that trap, too.A year later, when she shows up at his Texas ranch with adorable twin boys, he can’t believe his eyes. The boys look just like him. Was their night of passion a premeditated snare or a Christmas surprise? But when shots ring out, his instincts take over. He’ll stop at nothing to keep Melissa and the boys safe. And he just may recognize where his true wealth lies, if it isn’t too late for them all.

Mommy and the Policeman Next Door

Officer Guy Tripopulous knew that this was not his usual type of case. The ransom note was smeared, the letters printed, and the victim’s children seemed awfully informed. But Guy was willing to play along. He’d been looking for a way to meet his beautiful next door neighbor, and Addie and A.J. Douglas had just solved his problem very neatly. Finding the ‘missing’ mommy was a piece of cake. But now Guy had a tougher case on his hands.

A Kiss, a Kid and a Mistletoe Bride (By:Lindsay Longford)

VIRGIN BRIDESCelebrate the joys of first love with unforgettable stories by your most beloved authors. AN UNFORGETTABLE KISS . Years ago, Joe Carpenter had been tempted by beautiful Gabrielle O’Shea. But he wasn’t going to be the one to initiate the achingly innocent schoolgirl into womanhood. Still, he couldn’t resist stealing one magical kiss before disappearing into the night .A MISTLETOE BRIDE?Years later, Joe still remembered that kiss. And suddenly he was staring into Gabrielle’s angelic face again. But Joe had more than his own heart to protect he had his six year old son’s. Would it take a Christmas miracle to become Joe’s mistletoe bride?

Her Mr. Right? (By:Karen Rose Smith)

Neil Kane arrived at Walnut River General Hospital to investigate charges of insurance fraud, knowing he’d be greeted as Public Enemy 1. To his surprise, though, he soon discovered an unexpeteced ally in and an undeniable attraction to Isobel Suarez.

The sexy social worker was unfailingly loyal to the hospital that was being threatened by a hostile takeover a takeover that Neil was making a reality. Yet the intriguing investigator was a tempation she couldn’t resist, and even by he book Neil couldn’t hide from the sparks they generated. But everything changed once Isobel herself was accused of wrongdoing, and Neil had to decide which was more important: his job…
or the woman who’d stolen his heart.

Falling for the M.D.

The good doctorAfter his father’s death, successful doctor Peter Wilder faced off against a formidable enemy: a huge conglomerate vying to take over the small town hospital his family had run for years. At least Peter knew he had every single member of the board of directors on his side for the fight of his life. Except for one. Beautiful, brainy Bethany Holloway was on a mission to bring Walnut River into the future with or without Peter Wilder. But to her surprise, the heated arguments between her and the good doctor sparked an unmistakable fire of attraction. Would Bethany give Dr. Wilder a taste of bitter medicine or take over his heart?

Paging Dr. Daddy (By:Teresa Southwick)

Hotshot plastic surgeon David Wilder was used to operating on Beverly Hills beauties. But when he agreed to assist temporarily at Walnut River’s small town hospital, his world was turned upside down by a gorgeous little girl and her equally captivating mother. Courtney Albright just wanted the best for her daughter Janie. And even though handsome Dr. Wilder seemed as arrogant as they came, she’d overlook anything if he could heal her little girl’s injury. But the single mom definitely couldn’t ignore the electricity between her and her bad boy surgeon. Could these two opposites accept a new dignosis…
love?

Once Upon a Pregnancy (By:Judy Duarte)

Seems the halls of Walnut River General are harboring a few juicy secrets. Is our ever proper E.R. nurse Simone Gardner getting a little bigger around the middle? Rumors are flying that she and paramedic Mike O’Rourke have been seen in certain dark hospital corners, and that Simone is having his baby! Sure, everyone in Walnut River knows Mike is quite the catch…
the dreamy medic could restart a heart with just one look. But is marriage on his radar? One has to wonder if Simone would stand a chance with Mike if she wasn’t pregnant with his child. Or does he know something we dont?

A Merger… or Marriage? / Reunited in Walnut River (By:RaeAnne Thayne)

To snag a coveted promotion, financial whiz Anna Wilder had to close one last important deal: the takeover of her hometown hospital, Walnut River General. Black Sheep Anna had never felt like she’d fit into the respected Wilder clan, and now her job was making the proposed merger personal especially when she met her opponent in the boardroom!Richard Green was the savvy attorney and ex love determined to foil her plans. After one unbelievable kiss years ago, Anna had run far away from her home, her insecurities and the man who made her pulse quicken. But perhaps her return was a second chance in disguise. Could Richard convince Anna that this merger was bad business and take over her heart instead?

Starting From Scratch

Forty six year old book editor Elisha Reid has focused entirely on her career in publishing until the sudden death of her brother from pancreatic cancer leaves her with two nieces to care for. As she learns about the demands of motherhood and balancing with work, she also unexpectedly forms a romantic attachment with her most difficult author, Ryan Sutherland, a Tom Clancy type, who has his own demons to face. Can an old dog learn new tricks? Can this professional woman learn to deal with this unexpected tragedy and create a new life for herself and her nieces?

Sundays Are For Murder

A day of rest And a day to die…
A serial killer who strikes on Sundays is back in business, and workaholic FBI agent Charlotte ‘Charly’ Dow will do anything to catch him. For Charly, the investigation is personal. Her sister was one of the victims murdered during the psychopath’s vicious killing spree. The tragedy destroyed Charly’s family…
even sending her mother into a mental institution. Now Charly has a new partner agent Nick Marshall, who is just as reluctant as she is when it comes to trusting other people. Nick has his own problems. He’s emotionally detached and has enough skeletons in his closet to keep him from sleeping at night. However, investigating the serial killer keeps him plenty occupied, and Charly herself is fast turning into a compelling distraction. But bodies keep showing up and someone knows Nick has a secret…

Finding Home

CONSIDER CAREFULLY BEFORE THAT FIRST CALL TO THE LOCAL CONTRACTOR:Can your marriage take it?Stacey Sommers certainly hoped so…
but it was looking a little questionable. After the stunning news that her uncle had passed away and left her his dog aptly named Dog and a quarter of a million dollars, her penny pinching, fiscally responsible husband was practically gloating at how their already amply funded golden years would be further enhanced. They’d saved for that rainy day, and now it was here literally with their 1950s style house falling down around their ears. Was it better to live for now or be a gazillionaire at your funeral? Stacey wanted to remodel; Brad wanted to save. What was a woman to do? Make the call. After all, it was her money. Then watch, as the walls came tumbling down, how things started to rearrange themselves…
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The Second Time Around

By the way, did you know you re pregnant?Eight tiny words, but strung together in one sentence…
they are destined to destroy life as Laurel Mitchell knows it. For after twenty five years of wedlock and three grown children, starting over with the diaper and formula scene is…
inconceivable. Apparently not. Now her sweetly snoozing marriage is frantically adjusting to a most unexpected wake up call. And to the new man in her life her husband, Jason. Recently devoted to working long hours and planning the perfect road trip, he’s suddenly become impossibly sexy, affectionate and overprotective. And between the tears hers and the terror his they’re waiting for a bundle of joy in pink yes, pink! that’s already proving life’s most unexpected gifts are the best.

Doctor in the House

Ivan Munro wanted to be feared, not loved…
But Bailey DelMonico, his new intern, is determined to prove she isn’t afraid of him and more. In her own way, Bailey is as brilliant as Ivan and people like her. Having realized she wanted to be a surgeon after several failed life experiences, she deftly absorbs a barrage of criticism from Munro without ever losing faith in her dreams. Or her conviction to show Ivan that no life is set in stone…
But the more Munro fights against his intern’s charm, the more cracks appear in his abrasive facade. Bailey soon sees that contrary to hospital gossip, Ivan has anything but a scalpel for a heart. Ever the optimist and always persistent, can Bailey now show Ivan that it’s never too late to change or fall in love?

The 39-Year-Old Virgin

It was a big world out there

But was ex nun Claire Santaniello ready for it? Her yearning for a home and family had her shedding her habit and moving back to California. But her true calling definitely wasn’t with sexy single dad Caleb McClain. Was it?

The stunning redhead seemed uncomfortable in the crowded bar. She was also tantalizingly familiar. Caleb couldn’t believe the girl he’d once loved was now a teacher in their hometown. Soon after he rescued her from the dance floor, Claire made it her mission to bring out his softer side, arousing feelings Caleb couldn’t ignore. Was it finally time for them to create the future together they both craved?

Romancing the Teacher

Schoolteacher Lisa Kittridge had sworn off men for a while, but when she met Ian Malone, her gorgeous, if exasperating, new volunteer, that promise went out the window! She’d vowed never to get involved with another man, yet she couldn’t control her urges to crack the mystery he was hiding behind. Who was the real Ian Malone?Ian knew that working as a volunteer for a lovely teacher at a homeless shelter wasn’t exactly a prison sentence. But he had an identity he was loathe to reveal and secrets to keep and the beautiful Lisa was too dangerous to be around. Loose lips, and all that…