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A man with an empty houseA woman in need of shelterWidowed rancher Ethan Slade had retreated from society to live in a shack on his vast property. But with his nieces coming for a holiday, he had to open the ranch house–a place he hadn't set foot in for years. Where, in two short days, could he find someone to make a house a home?Stranded and desperate to provide for her child, Sara Conroy was thankful for the job. And though the strong, silent man who'd hired her should have made her wary, the sadness in his eyes spoke of pain she yearned to heal. She had two days to convince Ethan to let them stay–two days to open his lonely heart to love….
MAGGIE WELLS WAS A "GREAT GAL."So how come she couldn't get a date? She was getting really tired of spending her weekends in front of the television. So she decided to volunteer at the community center. That's when she met little Brandy.BRANDY CONNER WAS A GREAT KID.She loved her new grown-up friend, Maggie. And Brandy thought Maggie would make an even neater friend for her dad, Ryan.RYAN CONNER WAS A GREAT…HUNK.Life as a single dad was no bed of roses, but he wasn't interested in finding a new wife–no way, no how. Not even one as beguiling as Maggie Wells….Could they convince him to make room for Maggie?
Falling in love with the wrong man could be dangerous… Ghostwriter Genevieve Grenville is trembling, yet excited, as she heads out to Djangala cattle station to finally uncover the mystery that haunts her family. But standing in her way is brooding cattle baron Bret Trevelyan…Bret might look at her with temptation in his eyes, but he’ll do everything possible to stop her digging up the past. Even at a distance Bret radiates a powerful charisma but up close, immersed in the cattle baron’s Outback world, he is the master. If she’s caught snooping, Genevieve will have to answer to him!
WIFE FOR HIRE?Devilishly cool, handsome and clever, tycoon Kyle Montgomery always got what he wanted–and right now it was that Emma Valentine and her newborn pose as his wife and child. Kyle wouldn't take no for an answer–he needed an instant family to close a deal…Though Emma at first found Kyle's arrogance impossible, she couldn't refuse a trust fund for her son. Nor could she deny the sparks that sizzled between "husband" and "wife." Now that Emma was longing to soothe Kyle's embittered heart, could she turn his thoughts from business to happily-ever-after with his baby and bride?
Award-winning, bestselling novelist Ruth Glick, who writes as Rebecca York, is the author of more than one hundred books, including her popular 43 LIGHT STREET series for Intrigue. Ruth says she has the best job in the world. Not only does she get paid for telling stories; she’s also the author of twelve cookbooks. Ruth and her husband, Norman, travel frequently, researching locales for her novels and searching out new dishes for her cookbooks.
His Whole Family Was Cursed!How else to explain this rash of marriages by the Brothers de Burgh? Robin de Burgh alone swore to remain unwed, despite ironic fate, which used foul murder to mate him with The One–spirited Sybil, a damsel in distress who insisted she needed him not!When convent walls became more prison than refuge, restless novice Sybil knew 'twas time to leave. But never did she expect to trade her wimple for a wedding veil, even when Sir Robin de Burgh, knight most impudent, demanded she put her life–and her heart–in his hands!
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYSRECIPE FOR A HAPPY NEW YEAR1 Bachelor pilot1 Young widow1 Oversize house6 Assorted relativesPassion, hope and love as desiredIn oversize house, toss together pilot and widow. Fold in memory of passionate midnight kiss and heat thoroughly. Add generous dollop of assorted relatives. Season with passion, hope and love.Yield: A Home for the Holidays…and forever!HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS. Celebrate the joy and love of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's with three very special couples.
Cowboy HomecomingA bull-riding injury has sent Joel McCreedy crashing—literally—into his tiny Iowa hometown. But the last thing the prodigal son wants is to stay. On top of a bruised head and ego, he has relationships to mend and a reputation to clear. And then there’s lovely Beth Armstrong, his nephews’ teacher, who’s willing to give them all lessons in family and forgiveness.But Joel isn’t the dutiful “family first” man Beth deserves. Or is he? Suddenly, instead of wrangling bulls he’s helping with homework. And instead of craving his next win, he’s determined to be Beth’s once-in-a-lifetime love.
Cursed with the ability to make all the wrong decisions about men, Skye Ellison must be on the receiving end of a fairy godmother's practical joke. Case in point: Nico Valetti, aka the anti-Prince Charming. Sure, he's hot, rich and rides in a white Ferrari. But underneath, he's convinced that Skye scammed him.When Nico proposes a road trip to Vegas to resolve their conflict, Skye's instincts scream to run the other way. Following her new motto to ignore the never-right voice in her head, she packs her bags. Soon she's having the best sex of her life. But when the voice urges her to linger in his company, does that mean it's time to leave? Whatever happened to happily ever after…?
A physical attraction… . Oliver Balfour is a man who always gets what he wants, and he makes it perfectly clear that he wants Dyan - in his bed! He is without doubt the most attractive man Dyan has ever met. What woman could resist his charm and sexual charisma? Dyan knows she has to try… . It's all too much, too soon. They barely know each other!Yet every time Oliver looks at Dyan, she senses a physical passion that threatens to overwhelm her. But they're supposed to be business partners, not lovers. Dyan simply can't afford to give in to the desire she feels for Oliver - not even for the night!"Sally Wentworth's talented writing comes through in her riveting new book." - Romantic Times
Revenge had brought Tanner Fairfax to the small town of New Haven, Ohio…and Cassie Leighton gave him ample reason to stay. The terms of his grandfather's will stated Tanner needed just thirty days in the old man's house before he could sell his unwanted legacy. But, before long, Tanner felt like a beloved member of the close-knit community, and felt more than just neighborly affection for spirited Cassie. However, it seemed this woman who left warmth and sunshine in her wake had an agenda all her own, and it didn't include selling. And suddenly, having revenge offered cold comfort compared to having Cassie in his arms…
The Hero Returns…And for Sarah Clay, that was bad news – because Max Scalise had rejected her seven years ago. And now Max was back in town, working as a sheriff and everywhere she turned. His slightest touch still caused her traitorous body to quake, but Sarah could keep her cool. Couldn’t she? When it came to Sarah, Max felt the same as ever. But he’d returned home to find that eyes that had once gazed at him with such trust now turned away. Still, he was a wiser man now…a man determined to win back her love. Even if it meant telling secrets that weren’t his to reveal…
It has been seven years since Kara Jameson last saw Jason Greene. Returning home as a wounded war hero, Jason is a shell of the man she once knew. Yet her heart still skips a beat…Jason might not be so sure, but when they end up snowbound together they are forced to confront the ghosts of Christmas past.
The bare semblance of a smile curved Nathan McKendrick’s taut lips as he stood at the living room windows looking down at the measured madness in the streets below. Cars fishtailed up and down the steep hills, and buses ground cautiously through the six inches of snow that, according to the doorman, had fallen since morning. The stuff was still coming down, in great lazy slow-motion flakes, like flour from a giant sifter.
Nathan sighed. The people of Seattle didn’t really believe in snow—though they were certainly acclimated to rain—and they were always caught off guard when it came. The timid closed down their businesses and cowered at home, while the more adventurous braved the elements.
With a little determination and a lot of charm, Rosa Capoletti took a run-down pizza joint and turned it into an award-winning restaurant that has been voted "best place to propose" three years in a row. For Rosa, though, there has been no real romance since her love affair with Alexander Montgomery ended without explanation a decade ago.But guess who's just come back to town?Reunited at the beach house where they first fell in love, Rosa and Alexander discover that the secrets of the past are not what they seem. Now, with all that she wants right in front of her, Rosa searches for happiness with the man who once broke her heart and learns that in love, as in life, there are second chances.
It begins with some sexy action in the lift. Julie Thompson is living out her naughtiest fantasies… at work. Who knew she’d find a secret fling right in her own office building?Sam Finn can’t believe his luck. The undercover multi-millionaire has been watching Julie via the security cameras… and now he has her in his arms any time he wants!But he’s just learned that Julie will be leaving for good in three weeks. He needs to make her an offer she won’t want to refuse…