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For a brief and shining moment last summer, Cath Norris believed she had found her dream man. But with the suddenness of a lightning bolt, he vanished from her life without a trace. Fortunately for Cath, she still had her job to help keep her feet on the ground—that is until one stormy morning when the new CEO arrives at work…Trace Williams, the man she'd recently fallen head-over-heels in love with. It turns out Trace had followed his own rule once he discovered where she worked: never date a subordinate. The situation becomes especially complicated when Cath discovers that she's ...

I agreed to wait for the new owner's arrival, but I hadn't expected a woman and her teenage brother. I know I can't risk getting involved with them - my war experiences are still too fresh in mind. But it’s impossible for me to walk away. I'll be gone soon, but somehow they keep inviting me to join their endless plans for the future. I do have to leave, right? If you love small town cowboy romances, you'll love Shelly and the Cowboy. Delve into their story today!

Miracles don’t happen to young widows in the last stages of pregnancy working long hours to save every penny possible for when the baby arrives. Yet that’s exactly what Lindsay Donovan believes when wealthy billionaire Luke Winters shows up late one night at the café where she works and out of the blue asks her to marry him. The marriage is in name only. A piece of paper makes it legal, but beyond that, it’s definitely not a match made in heaven. In fact, no sooner are they wed then the groom leaves the country for four months. When he returns the charade escalates when he insists ...

When Jenny Warwick is asked to provide cover for a DEA agent so he can infiltrate the small town where she lives, she reluctantly agrees, unable to believe any of her neighbors would be involved with drugs. Her home’s location is perfect for its isolation so he can explore without neighbors being the wiser Undercover agent Kyle plays the role to perfection. When rumors fly around the small town of a budding romance, he sticks with the cover story, determined to find the drug dealers and end trafficking from this area. Kyle is not looking for romance, especially the forever kind. Yet he ...

Kelly Evans’ first encounter with bossy, opinionated, know-it-all cowboy Kit Lockford really rankles. She’s sure all Mr. Bossy needs is some retraining–and she just might be the one for the job. Despite his vow to stay away from entanglements, Kit can’t resist the sweetest woman he’s ever met. He tries to push her away with bad behavior, but she’s sure there’s a better man inside him. Can there be something to what she says about his disability—that it’s a part of him and doesn’t need to be a barrier between them? If you enjoy stories about opposites finding their way to...

It's do or die time. Molly Forrester has to succeed or admit defeat and end up marrying some man more interested in her father's bank account than his only daughter. This time she has to make it work! It's her last chance. Falling in love is the last thing Josh Hart will do in this lifetime. He doesn't have time for romance, he has a ranch to run. Unfortunately his long-time housekeeper left. To keep good cowboys, he needs a good cook—and soon. Nothing about Molly Forrester convinces Josh she's the right choice, but he has no alternative at the moment. She can stay until he finds a woman ...

After Keith’s ex left him, leaving scorched earth where he had once had a happy life, he’s offered a chance to rebuild everything within three short years. The only problem—he must be married to accept the job. Keith needs a temporary wife in the worst way. Andrea is reeling from her father's death. Alone in the world, she can't help but feel life's passed her by while she cared for her ill father. When Keith presents his outlandish idea that they marry—in name only— and move to a foreign country, she actually considers it. What does she have to lose? Their arrangement works ...

My mind raced as I watched the chaos unfold. My misplaced decision has caused a seemingly irreparable chain of events, leaving me with no other choice but to accept the consequences and repercussions of my actions. The woman I love is devastated, because of me. Can I find a way to undo the damage? Or have my actions sealed my fate permanently? If you like stories of dashing billionaires, exotic locales and mistaken identity, you'll love The Cynical Sheikh. Download your copy today and be swept away with romance!

I'm jaded, really. Yet I can't help but be curious about the quiet little mouse of a woman who prefers to dote on my son in the garden than spent time with the glitz and glamour of my other guests. Is she genuine or another audacious fortune-hunter looking for a new way to marry into money? I can't delve into my feelings until I know the truth...but oh, how I am tempted! If you like fairy-tale romances in exotic locales, you'll love A Sheikh of Her Own. Delve into your copy today and be swept away with romance.

Jordan Carhart has always been a fighter, but her determination to find the man who abandoned her and their son leads her down a path she never expected. Instead of finding closure, she stumbles upon Cade Everett, a wealthy rancher with the same name. Despite his initial offer of a job and assistance for her child, Jordan can't help but feel conflicted by her attraction to Cade. As they work together to provide for her son, their connection deepens into something neither of them saw coming. But just as their love begins to bloom, doubt creeps in and Jordan finds herself running away from ...

When her best friend is killed in a tragic home fire, Shannon takes temporary charge of her daughter until family can be located. If things had been different, Shannon would keep Kayla until she grows up, but being with family is better. Shane Remington arrives in Rocky Point to assess the situation. He knows nothing about children nor traditional family life and had never even met his ten year old niece. As soon as possible he'll have her in a boarding school and resume his carefree bachelor life. Once Shannon learns of Shane's plans, she's horrified. The only other choice Shane gives is ...

Face au cheikh Rashid al Harum, dans son royaume du Quishari, Bethanne retient son souffle. Voilà que ce prince ténébreux et autoritaire la tient pour responsable de la fuite de sa fiancée ! De toute évidence, il n'est pas le genre d'homme à supporter qu'on l'éconduise... Ni à essuyer un refus. Alors, quand il exige de Bethanne qu'elle remplace sa promise et l'épouse, la jeune femme est désarmée. D'autant que, en dépit de la situation, elle ne peut empêcher son cœur de s'affoler à chaque regard brûlant que lui lance Rashid...

Widower Brendan Ferguson values structure, while his new nanny, Arden Glover thrives on spontaneity. Their clashing views on raising his daughters lead to tension, but also spark an unexpected connection. As Arden brings warmth and laughter back into his home, Brendan finds his heart opening to the possibility of love again. Despite their differences, they begin to wonder if they’re exactly what each other needs. Can they embrace a second chance at love, or will their opposing natures drive them apart?

Shattered when her fiancé walked away the night before their wedding, it’s taken Marcie Winter a long time to pick up the pieces and move on. When Zack returns unexpectedly, he says his priorities have changed. It’s time to quit racing and put down roots. Zack wants to convince Marcie to give him a second chance. A strong argument needs to be made for Marcie to take a chance with this charming man again. Dare she believe he’s back to stay? If you love sweet, small town, reunion romances, you’ll love Rocky Point Reunion. Read your copy today!

Confinement in this one-horse town, while my foot heals, is driving me crazy with boredom, which is why I volunteered to help Piper find her phantom parents. She never stops pestering me; go figure. It’s annoying, but kind of cute. It’s not like there’s a real possibility of us being together – we’re from totally different worlds and it’d never work. But on lonely nights, the idea of home and domestic bliss with Piper by my side is enough to make me dream.

Life as I knew it was revolutionized the very day Fiona Hunter came to town. With her feisty temperament and her do-what-it-takes attitude, she has me spinning in circles. As sheriff, I swore to keep order and fairness throughout the parish—but how can I uphold this duty when all I want is to protect her? Despite her relentless bickering and the skirmishes we fight, I can't help but be smitten when she flashes me a smile.

We were high school sweethearts until Cassie played a pivotal role in the most awful night of my life when my sister tragically killed herself. Though that was not the reason Cassie was removed from her foster home and placed elsewhere, it was opportune timing. Now twelve years later she's returned. I'm stuck between wanting to make her suffer for that night or embracing her tightly and never letting go.

Practical Molly Spencer has high hopes for her career even though she secretly daydreams of being whisked away by a romantic cowboy. When the mysterious and alluring Tell Harden shows up, Molly's captivated by his devil-may-care attitude. She's tempted to join him in his carefree adventures, if only for a brief moment. He offers her an opportunity to let go of her ambitions—for a little while—to enjoy life with reckless abandon. Despite the risk of getting her heart broken, Molly agrees. What follows are days filled with impromptu fun and memories they would cherish forever—that is ...

Susannah Mercer worked tirelessly for years to reach her ultimate goal – becoming a doctor. Now that she’s finally living her dream, all that’s missing is romance. When the chief of staff pairs her with grumpy surgeon Greg Haversham for an important hospital event, she gets a bit overzealous with trying to look sophisticated. To Susannah's surprise, the cantankerous doctor offers to help her land a date. Then to her shock, Greg finds himself drawn to her–but only for an affair. He’s sworn off relationships forever. While he isn’t looking for something serious, she is. The only ...

When Kalli Bonotelli inherits a working cattle ranch in Wyoming, it’s like a dream come true. One little problem— other than a few summers visiting her uncle as a teenager, she hasn't a clue how to run a ranch. She’s a nurse, not a cowgirl. Neighboring rancher Trace Longford reluctantly agrees to teach Kalli the ins and outs of ranching in exchange for giving him first chance to buy the land if she gives up. He's sure she can't possibly learn enough in the time allowed, so it’s a guaranteed win-win for him. If only he can keep his mind on their lessons and not on kissing. Kalli ...