Book 1243

Husband in Red

by Cara Colter

Published 1 August 1997

Book 1261

YOURS, MINE...OURS

The most handsome man in Texas had asked Megan Delaney to be his bride-well, his convenient bride. For when social services came a-callin' on the bachelor cowboy raising his adopted kid sister, Linc Stoner acted fact. And there Megan mysteriously was-a woman better suited to help raise the girl than anyone knew....

Megan had come to Linc's ranch to make good on a promise. And before she could blink an eye, she'd fallen in love with Linc and had her heart stolen by his sister. But could she marry the man of her dreams with a gigantic lie standing between them?


Book 1394

Her Surprise Family

by Patricia Thayer

Published 1 September 1999

With these Rings

HIS SURPRISE...WIFE?

Rafe Covelli saw marriage as The Great Surrender. But new-gal-in-town Shelby Harris had this die-hard bachelor's mind swimming with thoughts of home-cooked meals, passionate bedtime kisses and baby cuddles. These were not the dreams of a self-respecting single male!

But hard as he tried, when Rafe took sweet Shelby into his arms he couldn't let go. All his survival instincts went on red alert. She so clearly longed for a family...a husband...him. So why didn't he retreat? Could it be this solitary man was about to surrender...to a lifetime of love?

...who will wed?


Book 1412

WITH THESE RINGS

TAMING THE TYCOON

Just when Angelina Covelli was about to pitch her hopes of a "forever man" into the whistling wind, along came the dreamiest bachelor. John Rossi was gorgeous, sophisticated, wealthy-and just passing through town. Which put the dark tycoon off-limits!

Angelina was so innocent...and utterly irresistible. But kissing was not part of the plan. His true identity secret, John intended to complete his family's vendetta against the Covellis. No matter how alluring he found sweet Angelina, John would never compromise his mission by wedding the enemy. Then again, he did have that ruby ring....

...who will wed?


Book 1424

A Babe In The Woods

by Cara Colter

Published 1 February 2000

Vulnerable at first glance, a second look assured secret agent Ben McKinnon that Shauna Taylor could take care of herself.

At least with anyone else. Because Shauna seemed unprepared for the passion Ben stirred within her. Or the tender emotions the child in his care conjured up. Yet, rather than run, she opened her home to them, knowing Ben needed her–just as she needed him.

Still, Ben's assignment would soon end, leaving Shauna alone. Unless the brooding loner realized that with Shauna he'd have more than a job–he'd have a life…and love….


Book 1464

First Time, Forever

by Cara Colter

Published 1 August 2000

She was the world's oldest virgin...

But that didn't mean Kathleen Miles had no feelings. Or desires. Especially when this pure-blood city woman came face-to-face with the most captivating cowboy this side of Hopkins Gulch. Why, when warm, hard Evan Atkins looked at Kathleen, it was as if he were seeing someone else. Someone who was daring. Passionate. Experienced. Yes, she was sure this dangerous man with the deep-timbered voice could convince her of anything. Maybe that was why she said 'I do' to becoming his tiny tot's mama. But how could the bride convince the groom she wanted to be his-body and soul?


Book 1518

Chance's Joy

by Patricia Thayer

Published 1 May 2001

When Chance Randell helped deliver Joy Spencer's baby, he had no idea this stubborn city girl would stand in the way of his dream. This mother-daughter duo were now the owners of his neighbor's ranch-the land Chance planned to buy.

Surely a fair-haired beauty-even one who stirred a yearning inside him, making him want things he couldn't afford to want-couldn't run a ranch alone?

Chance offered his help, but learned this widowed single mom needed more than muscle. She needed to keep her wealthy in-laws from gaining custody of her baby. And all Chance had to say to make the ranch his own was "I do!"


Book 1524

A Child for Cade

by Patricia Thayer

Published 1 June 2001

When Cade Randall spotted Abby Moreau again, he couldn't calm the wild beating of his heart. But when he saw the boy beside her, it wasn't the passion of romance and long-lost yearning that swept over him. Instead it was the realization he was a father–and Abby had never told him!

A protected teenager, Abby hadn't been able to fight her father–or trust Cade's love. So she'd vowed to raise her child alone. Now Cade demanded they wed–but he never mentioned love. This time should she just trust in Cade?


Book 1530

Travis Comes Home

by Patricia Thayer

Published 1 July 2001

When Travis Randell first spied the raven-haired pregnant beauty on his family's land, he was hell-bent on having her arrested for trespassing! Seeking refuge at the Circle B Ranch after his greedy partner-and former fiancee!-ruined him, Travis was in no mood to welcome strangers.

But Josie Gutierrez was no stranger. Josie was the photographer for the new guest ranch brochure. And it wasn't Josie's camera that distracted Travis...it was her deep hazel eyes and intoxicating smile. Travis found himself drawn to her and her unborn child. But would Travis still believe in this picture-perfect love when he learned the real reason Josie came to the Circle B?


Book 1600

Her Royal Husband

by Cara Colter and Patricia Thayer

Published 1 July 2002

ONE DAY MY PRINCE WILL COME...BACK!

Five years ago, all-American beauty Jordan Ashbury shared a long hot summer with Ben Prince-a handsome European with much to hide. Yet when autumn arrived, Ben returned home, leaving Jordan with only sweet memories and the child he didn't know she carried.

But now, while catering a royal affair in Penwyck, Jordan ran into Ben Prince and discovered that her handsome summer Romeo was actually...Prince Owen of Penwyck! Yet Jordan couldn't imagine herself as a princess-and refused to let their daughter be torn between them. Still, the power and magic in Owen's kiss just might lead to a truly happy ending...


Book 1606

The Princess Has Amnesia!

by Patricia Thayer

Published 1 August 2002

When Princess Anastasia's private jet crashed, she couldn't recall her royal roots. Her handsome rescuer, former FBI agent Jake Sanderstone, took the beautiful lone survivor to his humble home. And while Jake struggled to untangle a web of clues, the only thing the pair discovered was an undeniable attraction burning between them....

As they were trapped by stormy weather, desire raged, though Jake fought off his longing to ravish the anonymous beauty. But as Princess Anastasia's memory slowly returned, would their newfound love become something of the past-or be something so powerful that it could supersede the demands of duty and country...?


Book 1632


Book 1680

Jared's Texas Homecoming

by Patricia Thayer

Published 1 August 2003

Always the black sheep, Jared Trager came to Texas, looking for the truth about his heritage, not to get hitched! But sassy single mom Dana Shayne, and her spunky son, Evan, needed Jared's help to save their ranch...and he needed them more than his heart was willing to admit.

Dana was crazy to fall for another man promising her the moon, yet she couldn't resist Jared's generous proposal. He seemed determined to care for them, but Dana worried he might leave to pursue old dreams. How could she convince him that the path to true happiness led back to home...to her and Evan?


Book 1685

What a Woman Should Know

by Cara Colter

Published 1 September 2003

WHAT A MAN'S GOTTA DO...

J. D. Turner couldn't let Tally select a mate without understanding how things should be between a man and a woman. Especially since the innocent beauty was going to be raising his little boy! So he took it upon himself to show her just how life and real love could be.

Tally Smith had a plan to find the right man to marry and create the perfect family for little Jed. That is, until J.D. kidnapped her on the premise that he was going to show her what she and Jed really needed. Well, she had a little news for him-what this woman and child needed was him!


Book 1707

Wyatt's Ready-Made Family

by Patricia Thayer

Published 25 January 2004

Maura Wells thought she'd finally found a home for her uprooted family on a sprawling Texas ranch. Until an intruder barged in-all six-foot-plus, heart-stealing man-and claimed her new home actually belonged to him....

A man in search of his heritage, Wyatt Gentry arrived at the Rocking R in the dead of the night only to find an alluring interloper pointing a rifle at him! Wyatt had no choice but to offer to share his digs with the head-turning blonde and her children. But having them around was fast turning the temporary arrangement into a permanent affair...and a crusty Lone Star bachelor into a family man.


Book 1710

Major Daddy

by Cara Colter

Published 23 February 2004

When Major Cole Standen retired from the Canadian Armed Forces, he figured he'd quit the rescuing business for good.

Then five irresistible tykes turned up on his doorstep in the middle of the night, desperate for his help But he hadn't counted on sharing child-care duties with their auntie, Brooke Callan-a wide-eyed beauty who seemed as if she could use a little rescuing herself.

Knee-deep in diapers and baby bottles, Cole soon realized there was far more to Brooke than just her vulnerable eyes and kissable lips. Perhaps it was being around a ready-made family, but this soldier was suddenly picturing himself with a brood of his own...and beautiful Brooke as his not-so-temporary second-in-command!


Book 1770

Taste of Paradise

by Patricia Thayer

Published 14 June 2005
Mouthwateringly handsome Nate Hunter was every woman's dream dish. Unfortunately, he refused to be distracted from his mission to buy back his family's ranch. That is until a beautiful blond socialite showed up in Haven, who did funny things to his resolve...Tori Sheridan had fled a family-arranged marriage only to find herself stranded in Haven. She was so much more than the eye candy her rich daddy had raised her to be. But no one seemed to recognize that. Until the town's sheriff came to her rescue. Nate's warm reception was just the thing to chase away any lingering wrong-wedding blues...

Book 1779

Familiar Adversaries

by Patricia Thayer

Published 1 August 2005

Thanks to a decades-old family feud, Shane Hunter knew Mariah's daddy would never let his precious daughter anywhere near a Hunter-especially the no-good Hunter boy he'd run off years ago. So what's the grown-up beauty now doing on Shane's construction site, stirring up way more trouble than she can possibly handle?

One thing for sure, this time Shane wouldn't let anyone run him off. And after working closely with Mariah Easton, he knew that he'd better get ready for the battle of his life. Because he was going roll up his sleeves and do whatever it took to make his way-too-familiar adversary...his beloved wife!


Book 1788

Lights, Action...Family!

by Patricia Thayer

Published 1 October 2005

Extra extra! Meet the cast of Hunter's Haven

Reese McKellan-(Stuntman) vowed to give his orphaned niece the small-town upbringing he'd never known. But Emily Hunter, the blue-eyed beauty who was running the show, had other ambitions....

Emily Hunter-(Screenwriter) had written romance out of her life, until Reese burst onto the scene. But were a brooding cowboy and his tiny tot worth the sacrifice of her hopes and dreams?

Little Sophie-(Diva-in-training) wanted a family. Now she had to show her uncle she knew what was best for them all!


Book 1814

That Old Feeling

by Cara Colter

Published 9 May 2006

Of all the favors her beloved father could ask, helping Clint McPherson was the only one Brandy King wanted to refuse. Of course, her dad didn't know his right-hand man had once rebuffed her kiss. Well, that was then. This was...

No different.

Somehow Clint's allure had improved! And he'd added a secret weapon to his arsenal of charm: a toddling baby girl in need of mothering. Well, Brandy was nothing if not brave. She'd make diaper changing her first conquest. Then she'd show this stoic single father that she was woman enough to handle what had always been between them.