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Jennifer Moss is having a really bad day…. But it’s about to get even worse… In the tumult of Jennifer Moss's life, every blow seems to land harder than the last. Her son's grades plummet, her marriage feels distant, and a letter from the child she gave up for adoption threatens to unearth buried emotions. Then one night the police arrive on her doorstep. Forced to confront the shadows of her past, Jennifer retreats to the haunting shores of Mustang Island. Here, amidst the whispers of waves and the weight of memories, secrets long kept hidden begin to surface. As the layers unravel, ...

Reckless Flirting and a Dangerous Temptation Daisy Trippe is the perfect daughter and the perfect woman to be a wealthy man’s wife. At the Debutante Ball, her goal is to kiss a handsome man. A rich handsome man who would make all her socialite dreams come true. Then she sees Lee Sackett. She overhears the man is well off and he fills out his clothes so deliciously. A temptation too much to resist. Lee Sackett is building his ranch. One day he will be a rich man, but right now, his one-room cabin is all he can afford. He needs to swap bulls with Mr. Trippe but the man is impossible to talk...

The Billionaire Wants Forever. She Only Wants Tonight. In the quaint town of Cupid, where love and laughter blend in a whimsical dance, Whitney Beckett's heartache turns her into the notorious "man-eater" after a fateful day at the altar. Armed with a two-month rule, she gracefully exits relationships, leaving a trail of broken hearts. Enter billionaire Aaron Johnson, returning to his roots in Cupid, Texas. Against his better judgment, he finds himself entangled in the Cupid Stupid dance, only to be rescued by none other than Whitney Beckett – the girl he's secretly yearned for. As Aaron ...

Scandal at the Debutante Ball… Much to her mother’s dismay, Meg Trippe isn’t interested in rushing to the altar. At twenty, she’s a forward-thinking woman who dreams of independence and never relying on a man. But her mother dreams of her marrying wealth. Unfortunately, Meg falls right into her mother’s scheme when she flees the debutante ball. Martin Scott’s father is a wealthy railroad tycoon. With mothers shoving their eligible daughters at him like candy in the wedding market, marriage is the least of his desires. Until a young woman literally falls into his arms with her ...

After dancing around the Cupid fountain, can they hide their forbidden romance? Against the backdrop of her overprotective brothers' disapproval, Kelsey Lawrence’s penchant for trouble leads her to a daring escapade. Fueled by wine and a whimsical superstition, she experiences an unexpected encounter with the law. For Cody, the sight of Kelsey sprinting down the street in the nude feels like a surreal dream. The pampered and strictly off-limits sister has always been a magnet for mischief, but this time, the stakes are higher. As circumstances bring them closer, sparks ignite, setting the...

Love, Laughter and a Brush With the Law Embark on a whimsical journey with Meghan Scott, a school librarian with a penchant for breaking the rules. In a moment of daring, spurred on by her mischievous girlfriends, Meghan finds herself dancing au naturel around Cupid's fountain. Little does she know that this impulsive act will set off a chain of events, including a run-in with her past. Enter Max Vandenburg, a former professional football player, and Meghan's once-upon-a-time sweetheart. Shocked to witness Meghan's escapade, Max sees an opportunity to mend the heartbreak from seven years ...

Games People Play In the heart of Cupid, Texas, where love plays its own game, Emily Martin, once a fallen basketball star, now coaches the high school team. But her past catches up with her in the form of Zachary, the boys' coach and her jilted college flame. Their courtship was shattered when she chose the game over him. Locked in a perpetual dodgeball match of emotions, Emily is determined to knock out the man who once held her heart. Zachary, however, has no intention of assisting her victory. As the tension rises, Cupid himself intervenes, orchestrating a midnight dance around the ...

Childhood enemies married in Vegas? Caitlyn Beckett's meticulously crafted five-year plan is on the verge of collapse. The clock is ticking, and the dream of marrying a handsome billionaire, having two point five children, and living in a fairy-tale mansion is slipping away. Desperation sets in as she realizes she's behind schedule in finding a wealthy husband. Enter Nathan Greene, a blast from the past and her longtime nemesis since junior high. Their rivalry dates back to their fierce competition for Student Council President, marked by his campaign slogan, "Brains to Get it Done." ...

A reluctant groom and a runaway bride… Beth Worthington finds herself racing from a wealthy older groom into the arms of a stranger when she defies an attempt by her father to marry her off. Instead, she takes matters into her own hands and agrees to become a mail-order bride with no intention of staying married to her unknown suitor. Ethan Fraser is shocked when he discovers his mother ordered him a bride. To save the innocent girl’s reputation, he goes through with the wedding. What he doesn’t expect is for his innocent bride to have plans of her own – that don’t happen to ...

Determined Revenge or Reprieve? Hell hath no fury like a woman betrayed. After Hannah Williams is trained to be a bounty hunter, her first goal is to kill her stepfather and rescue all the girls from Mrs. Hutchin’s whorehouse. Knowing her life is in danger, she returns to Hide Town, Texas only to discover the handsome preacher who refused to help her, being beaten. Showing him mercy, she takes him to her hideout where she soon learns the preacher has secrets of his own. Deceived The bumbling female bounty hunter meets a dime novelist and does he have a story to tell. Escaping her ...

Scandal, Bigamy and Murder Marian Cuvier's world unravels when she discovers her husband's shocking murder. The detective's revelation that she is one of three Cuvier widows suspected of the crime adds a sinister layer to the already devastating truth. As Louis Fournet, Jean's business partner, grapples with the desire to sell Cuvier Shipping, Marian, fueled by determination, insists on stepping into her late husband's shoes. Louis finds himself drawn to the enigmatic widow, despite knowing the complications she brings to his plans. In a web of intrigue and passion, Louis uses his influence...

Some Husbands Just Won’t Die On the brink of losing everything, Dora Tennyson learns her dead husband is alive and well in Fort Worth. And married. Determined to capture the man who stole her inheritance, she becomes a bounty hunter. Only problem is three orphaned children and one gorgeous cowboy stand in her way. Jesse Moore vows revenge on the man who fatally poisoned his sister—Leo Tennyson…her husband. Raising his sister’s three children, he’s shocked when a woman shows up claiming to be Leo’s legal wife. Who will find Leo first, the betrayed bounty hunter or the enraged ...

A marriage of desperation… but will it become a love worth fighting for? Minnie Ravenel is desperate to escape the shame of Charleston—and the secret she carries. Her mother seizes the only chance left, answering an ad for a mail-order bride in the far-off frontier town of Angel Creek, Montana. But when Minnie arrives, there’s no guarantee her new husband will accept her... or her unborn child. Tripp Maddox has long since given up on love. A solitary rancher burdened by past heartache, he isn't looking for a wife. But when he finds Minnie standing alone in the cold, tears in her eyes ...

Two souls, one Christmas, and a chance to heal what’s broken. Once, Ginger Legare had it all—family, wealth, and a heart full of joy. But the Civil War took everything: her parents, her home, and her belief in happiness itself. A letter calling her to Angel Creek, Montana, offers a glimmer of hope for a fresh start. But can this small town heal the wounds of her shattered past? Preacher Flint Carroll has always lived a life of blessings, untouched by deep loss. As a shepherd of souls, he knows how to offer comfort, but he's never truly understood the pain of heartbreak—until Ginger, ...

How can she forgive the man who arrested her brother? The man who was once her fiancé? Sabrina Callahan left Texas after the man she loved arrested her brother for cattle rustling. Two years later, when she arrives home, there is Patrick, the memory of his kisses still fresh on her lips. But now there’s even more trouble on the ranch she loves and only one man who can help her. Patrick…the cowboy who betrayed her brother. The last thing Patrick wanted to do was hurt Sabrina and her father. Now, he’s lost more than her love. His family has been killed, Sabrina’s loved ones are in ...

Mistletoe and a Secret Baby Rekindling Love in the Season of Miracles. Nine months ago, amidst the sun-kissed waves of a cruise, Amelia Miller and Ryan Allen shared a magical encounter that neither could forget. The spark between them was instant, the connection undeniable, and a passionate romance bloomed. But life had different plans for them, and as the ship docked, they were separated. Now, on the cusp of the holiday season, fate throws them an unexpected curveball. Ryan receives an urgent call to rush to a hotel where a pregnant woman is in labor. To his astonishment, he arrives to ...

In the Honeymoon Suite of Life, Love has Other Plans Dr. Noel Baker and Dr. Hannah Young share a deep, unshakable friendship bound by their love for medicine. But the unspoken attraction between them remains a line they're hesitant to cross. Noel carries the scars of his adoptive parents' professional rivalry that destroyed their personal lives. He's determined not to repeat their mistakes, especially with Hannah, who's become an essential part of his world. Their lives take an unexpected turn when Noel goes to visit his father for Christmas and proposes that Hannah pretends to be his ...

Sometimes the Past Refuses To Stay In The Past In west Texas, bounty hunter, Ruby McKenzie loves using her beauty and wiles to chase bad guys and bring them to justice. Her married sisters refuse to let her pursue criminals alone so Ruby takes her greenhorn cousin Caroline out on a hunt, where they stumble upon the cowboy who rejected Ruby. Deke Culver, the only man who ever resisted her charm. Bounty hunter Deke Culver is shocked when Ruby, the woman he dreams of, rides into his camp and steals his outlaw. After Carolyn shoots a bank robber, Deke convinces Ruby that her cousin is one ...

Scandal, Bigomy and Murder Recently married Layla Cuvier is awakened to the shocking news that her husband is murdered and she is not his only widow. It’s true, she hated Jean Cuvier who forced Layla’s father to sell his shipping company and sanctioned their marriage. There may be three Cuvier widows, but Layla is the suspected killer. Forced to turn to the man she blames for the sale of her father's shipping company, she must trust Drew Soulier, the best attorney in New Orleans. Layla knows Drew doubts her innocence and is only using her trial to further his political ambitions, yet ...

Second Chances at Love Can Be Deadly Heavily burdened with the responsibility of her sisters and her homestead, Meg McKenzie must dress in men’s clothing and take on a job as a bounty hunter. One last captured outlaw will pay off the farm, leaving her free to pursue her dream of becoming a dressmaker. Once again, the man who refused her marriage proposal stands in her way of happiness. In the small Texas town of Zenith, only Meg McKenzie could expose Sheriff Zach Gillespie and leave him vulnerable, naked and tied up. To keep her from getting too close to the truth, he must outmaneuver her...