Harlequin Historical

118 primary works • 119 total works

Lady Renegade

by Carol Finch

Published 26 October 2010

Indulge your fantasies of delicious Regency Rakes, fierce Viking warriors and rugged Highlanders. Be swept away into a world of intense passion, lavish settings and romance that burns brightly through the centuries

Carol is an Oklahoma resident, with Native American heritage.

She attended Odessa College in Texas on a tennis scholarship, then graduated from Oklahoma State University with a B. Sc. degree. She has earned hours toward a masters at Southwestern University, Oklahoma. Before making a full-time career of writing, Carol taught high school biology.

Carol began writing while her children were preschool age. She gave up her teaching career to be a stay-at-home-mom on their isolated family ranch. After reducing life to the simplest explanations to answer her young children's questions, she decided to try her hand at writing to see if she could still communicate intelligibly with adults. After two years of keeping vampire hours to write after the children were tucked in bed, her first book was published.

She progressed to writing during the day when her children were in school. During her 20-year career, Carol has penned 73 books under five pseudonyms in several genres. In her spare time and there hasn't been much of it because she never missed her children's school activities or baseball and basketball games.

Carol likes to garden, do carpentry projects, and help her husband, Ed, with farming chores on their 400-acre ranch. Over the years they have raised cattle, wheat, sheep, pigs, chickens, rabbits, turkeys, and peacocks, plus dozens of cats, dogs, and horses. The place is a zoo and that's the way Carol likes it.

Carol, formerly a nationally ranked tennis player in high school and college, traded her racket for golf clubs. She's still the outdoorsy type at heart, although writing has become one of her greatest passions right behind her husband, children, and young grandchildren.

The Widowed Bride

by Elizabeth Lane

Published 1 January 2011

"Ruby Denby Rumford endured her monstrous husband's abuse until death--by self-defense--did them part. Now she and her daughters seek a new beginning in Dutchman's Creek, Colorado, but will her dark past stay buried? With an obligation to uphold the laws of prohibition and an undercover persona in place, U.S. Deputy Marshal Ethan Beaudry comes to town ready to end a shady bootlegging ring. He doesn't expect to find beautiful, mysterious Ruby involved--or be forced to choose between duty to the law and this forbidden passion"--Publisher.

Happily Ever After in the West

by Debra Cowan, Lynna Banning, and Judith Stacy

Published 1 January 2011

Saving Grace

by Carolyn Davidson

Published 1 January 2011

"If ever Grace Benson needs a man to ride to her rescue, now is the time--and Kansas preacher Simon Grafton is the man! When he encounters her on the roadside being brutally attacked by her uncle's farmhand, Simon doesn't flinch. He'll risk anything to defend this innocent from the madman who's still at large. As Simon helps her heal and gain a new foothold in life, it becomes clear that his heart is what needs defending. Soon his only course of action is to make her his bride..."--P. [4] of cover.

The Gunfighter And The Heiress

by Carol Finch

Published 1 January 2011

Gold Rush Groom

by Jenna Kernan

Published 1 January 2011

"A search for gold ... Jack Snow has learned the hard way that the only person he can rely on is himself. With his family fortune gone, he'll don his best jacket and reel out the charm to bag himself an heiress bride! ... could lead to something more precious. The last person with whom he expects to travel across the Yukon is an outspoken, impoverished daughter of an Irish immigrant. Their social standing is miles apart. But Lily Shanahan proves resourceful and dauntless in the face of raging rivers and icy mountain passes, and Jack is forced to admit her passion for life is enough to tempt him from his course"--Publisher.

Snowflakes and Stetsons

by Jillian Hart, Carol Finch, and Cheryl St John

Published 1 January 2011

Montana Bride

by Jillian Hart

Published 1 January 2012

"Willa Conner learned a long time ago that love is only in fairy tales. Left widowed, pregnant and penniless, Willa's last hope is the stranger who answers her ad for a husband. Austin Dermot, a hardworking Montana blacksmith, doesn't know what to expect from a mail-order bride. It certainly isn't the brave, beautiful but scarred young woman who cautiously steps off the train ... Trust won't come easily for Willa--it's hard for her to believe she's worthy of true love. But she doesn't need to worry about that, because this is just a marriage of convenience ... isn't it?"--Publisher.

All A Cowboy Wants For Christmas

by Judith Stacy and Lauri Robinson

Published 1 January 2012

Waiting for Christmas by Judith Stacy: Marlee Carrington has never had a place to call home. Arriving in Harmony, Texas, she is thrown together with Scrooge-like Carson Tate. Amazingly, he reveals a seductive sense of fun - and Marlee begins to hope that Christmas has finally arrived!
His Christmas Wish by Lauri Robinson: Morgan and Cora Palmer are married on paper, but in reality they're like strangers. Taciturn rancher Morgan's demons have barricaded his heart against his wife's love. Until a kiss ignites the fire between them...

Once Upon a Frontier Christmas by Debra Cowan: Presumed dead, rancher Smith Jennings returns home and will do whatever it takes to claim the woman he loves. But Caroline Curtis isn't the same woman he left behind...

Unclaimed Bride

by Lauri Robinson

Published 1 January 2012

RUNNING FROM THE PAST... SHE BUMPS INTO HER FUTURE!

Mail-order bride Constance Jennings steps off the stage in Cottonwood, Wyoming, waiting for her husband-to-be. But he never shows up, and instead several other men are vying to take his place! Single father Ellis Clayton must be the only man in town not looking for a bride.

But his young daughter's habit of rescuing wounded critters means he ends up offering Constance a temporary shelter. Having a woman around the house again is all too easy - especially seeing her bond with his daughter - but Ellis can't seem to let go of the past. Problem is, neither can Constance. And hers is about to catch up with her...

Oklahoma Wedding Bells

by Carol Finch

Published 1 January 2012

MARRIAGE MISCHIEF IN THE WILD WEST

Independent Josephine Malloy is determined to stake her own claim during the latest Oklahoma land run. But to fend off the countless suitors seeking a wife and a homestead she needs a fake fiance for cover. Enter horse trader Solomon Tremain...

As an undercover Deputy US Marshal investigating land fraud, Sol should probably keep his distance from this firebrand. But when Josie gets in trouble with the law it's Sol to the rescue - though he'll need to make their marriage for real. If only she'll stay out of hot water long enough to say 'I do'!

The Texas Ranger's Daughter

by Jenna Kernan

Published 1 January 2013

OUTLAWS DON’T BECOME RANGERS…

…or even suitable husbands for proper young women like Ranger’s daughter Laurie Bender. Big, bad Boon should know this – he once rode with the most notorious outlaw in Texas! To redeem himself, and be in with a shot at a coveted Ranger’s Star, he must now rescue this feisty little lady from his former gang.

Laurie represents everything a dangerous man like Boon can never have: she’s beautiful, honourable…and when they share a stolen kiss Boon starts dreaming the impossible.

A Man for Glory

by Carolyn Davidson

Published 1 January 2013

TRUE LOVE...UNDER FALSE PRETENCES? With her husband hanged for his secret criminal past, bewildered widow Glory Clark is left all alone to run the farm and care for her stepchildren. Then handsome stranger Cade McAllister shows up on her doorstep, bringing hope and tender feelings Glory has never experienced before in her young life. As a detective in search of the missing fortune Glory's husband stole, Cade has a hidden agenda. An arranged marriage is merely a stepping stone to getting what he wants...But when it soon becomes 'Glory', plain and simple, will their new-found bond withstand his deception?

The Ballad Of Emma O'toole

by Elizabeth Lane

Published 1 January 2013

After he shoots a man, the stakes for gambler Logan Devereaux have never been higher. On trial for his life, he’s offered a shocking alternative form of restitution… marriage to his victim’s pregnant sweetheart!

Beautiful Emma O’Toole has sworn vengeance against him – and when a newspaper man puts her tragic story to song the whole nation waits to see what she’ll do.

Their marriage is the riskiest gamble Logan’s ever taken, but he’ll put everything he’s got on the line for a chance at winning Emma’s heart.

Wild West Christmas

by Jenna Kernan, Kathryn Albright, and Lynna Banning

Published 1 January 2014

CURL UP WITH A COWBOY THIS CHRISTMAS WITH THESE THREE HEARTWARMING TALES

A FAMILY FOR THE RANCHER

Two years ago Dillen Roach fell for wealthy debutante Alice Truett. Now she's at his door with his orphaned nephews in tow! Could Alice be the perfect Christmas gift for this solitary rancher?

DANCE WITH A COWBOY

Kathleen Sheridan is determined to leave the tragedy of her past behind her - including brooding cowboy Garrett. But, with Christmas magic in the air, can she resist the warmth of his touch?

CHRISTMAS IN SMOKE RIVER

Gale McBurney is an utter mystery to rich city girl Lilah Cornwell. But to make Smoke River her home by Christmas she'll have to let this rugged cattleman take the reins...

The Wrong Cowboy

by Lauri Robinson

Published 1 January 2014

"All the rigorous training in the world could not have prepared nursemaid Marie Hall for trailing the wilds of Dakota with six orphans. Especially when her ingenious plan--to pose as the mail-order bride of the children's next of kin--leads Marie to the wrong cowboy! Proud and stubborn, Stafford Burleson is everything Marie's been taught to avoid. But with her fate and that of the children in his capable hands, Marie soon feels there's something incredibly right about this rugged rancher and his brooding charm..."-- From back cover.

A Fortune for the Outlaw's Daughter

by Lauri Robinson

Published 21 April 2015

More Precious than Gold...

Cole 'Lucky' DuMont is off to forge his future in the Alaskan hills. Standing in his way... ? A dark-haired beauty in need of rescue.

Maddie Stockwell's life has always been ruled by men. And now, to ensure her freedom, she strikes a deal with her gorgeous saviour: she'll help Lucky in his quest and find her own fortune along the way! Except when Maddie has to pose as Lucky's wife she feels a thrill she could never have anticipated.

And suddenly there's something even more tempting than gold on her mind...

Running Wolf

by Jenna Kernan

Published 16 June 2015

Running Wolf is a valiant Sioux warrior. During his first raid as war chief, he captures a surprising Crow enemy--a woman! This spirited fighter is unlike any he's ever met. Her beauty and audacity are entrancing, but threaten his iron resolve. Snow Raven must focus on freeing herself, not on the man who keeps her captive. But as she falls deeper under Running Wolf's spell, she realizes he is her warrior--and she'll risk everything for him.

Stolen Kiss With The Hollywood Starlet

by Lauri Robinson

Published 22 August 2019

An innocent country girl…
With stars in her eyes!

In this Brides of the Roaring Twenties story, hot shot lawyer Walter Russell knows an innocent country girl like Shirley Burnette is going to find it tough in cut throat Hollywood. A stolen kiss with this bright young singer may be worthy of the silver screen – but Walter hates showbusiness and has sworn off starlets. He knows he should steer well clear…if only he wasn’t so compelled to help her…!