Reunited Hearts

by Ruth Logan Herne

Published 1 January 2011

Back in his hometown, military hero Trent Michaels comes face-to-face with a twelve-year-old boy who looks just like him. Same dark curly hair.

Same blue eyes. And the boy calls Trent's old flame, Alyssa Langley, mom. Trent was a foster kid from the wrong side of the tracks when he fell in love with Alyssa. But she cast him aside because he wasn't good enough-or so he thought. Now Trent is determined to connect with his newfound son. And to get the truth from the woman he never stopped loving....


Waiting Out the Storm

by Ruth Logan Herne

Published 1 January 2010

When family tragedy strikes, Sarah Slocum steps in as guardian to her two nieces and nephew. But raising children isn't like raising sheep, and the beautiful shepherd soon finds herself in over her head.

Who'd have guessed that new neighbor Craig Macklin would jump in to lend a hand? Craig's always held a grudge against Slocums–Sarah included. Now the handsome local vet is helping with her livestock, giving her young nephew a job and smiling at her every chance he gets. Sarah must decide whether she can trust Craig–and God's plan–and allow him into her family.


Winter's End

by Ruth Logan Herne

Published 1 January 2010

After growing up in foster care, nurse Kayla Doherty's finally found a faith to rely on and a job she loves. But that's all put to the test when she's called to care for surly Marc DeHollander's dying father.

Marc's struggling to keep his cattle farm afloat while dealing with his father's illness. He doesn't have time to fall for the beautiful hospice nurse. But as the frigid New York winter turns to spring, can he find a place for Kayla–and the Lord–in his heart?


Loving The Lawman

by Ruth Logan Herne

Published 1 January 2014
Widowed and pregnant, Gianna Costanza comes to Kirkwood Lake with her world in pieces. She's determined to put her life back together after her cop husband's death and romance definitley isn't part of the plan. But when she meets her new landlord and neighbor, she knows she doesn't stand a chance. Deputy Sheriff Seth Campbell is strong, kind, and more supportive than she ever imagined a man could be and soon he's sweeping Gianna off her feet. But she doesn't know if he's ready for an instant family or if she's brave enough to love another lawman.

His Montana Sweetheart

by Ruth Logan Herne

Published 1 January 2014
Olivia Franklin suspected coming home to Jasper Gulch would mean eventually running into her first love, Jack McGuire. But she is adamant that she not repeat the mistakes that led to her broken heart. Yet from the moment she lays eyes on her former sweetheart, her resistance begins to crumble. The tall, handsome rancher made his choice all those years ago. He had gone from the baseball diamond to a high-rise office and finally back home to the Double M--all without her. And no amount of centennial nostalgia can change the past. But the future is another story, and the pretty historian is about to get a lesson in romance from the lonesome cowboy she will never forget!

Her Holiday Family

by Ruth Logan Herne

Published 1 January 2014

Kirkwood Lake: A town full of heart and hope

When her cafe goes up in smoke, Tina Martinelli decides to make a big change. She plans to leave Kirkwood Lake and start over-somewhere without the haunting memories of family and failure. But just as she's plotting her new life, her girlhood crush Max Campbell returns to town...and suddenly takes notice of Tina all grown up. Having retired from his military career, Max's ready to start over, too. He's given his heart to her. Now, if only Max can convince Tina to stick around this Christmas-and forever after.

Kirkwood Lake: A town full of heart and hope


Made to Order Family

by Ruth Logan Herne

Published 1 January 2010
"Three kids, a shameful past and a mess of troubles. Single mom Rita Slocum wants to get her life back on track. Taking things one day at a time seems doable--especially with Brooks Harriman at her side. Brooks has been there for her through good times and bad. But she's always been leery of getting too close to the broad-shouldered woodworker who keeps his past locked away. Now that Rita's opening her own bakery, she needs him more than ever. If only Brooks would open his life--and his heart--to Rita."--P. [4] of cover.

Yuletide Hearts

by Ruth Logan Herne

Published 1 January 2011

When Matt Cavanaugh returns to his Allegany County hometown, he's not as rough around the edges as he used to be.

The former marine is a successful contractor, a man who now believes in the Lord and old-fashioned hard work. But when he buys a bankrupt subdivision, he discovers he's stepped on single mother Callie Burdick's dreams for her family.

And when Matt learns about Callie's troubled past, he's determined to rebuild her trust-plus an entire community-in time for Christmas.


Small-Town Hearts

by Ruth Logan Herne

Published 1 January 2011

Securing a location for his family's chain of sweet shops is big-city businessman Danny Graham's secret mission. But Grandma Mary's Candies will mean the end of Megan Russo's little shop--and the end of her dreams. How can Danny put a quaint, small-town candy shop out of business? Especially one owned by a kind young woman who's lost too much already? Still, here he is, trying to romance his sweet rival...although Megan doesn't know who he really is. Seems like Danny needs to look into his own heart and discover what matters most.


His Mistletoe Family

by Ruth Logan Herne

Published 1 January 2012

A Family For The Holidays

When two orphaned boys and their aunt arrive for Thanksgiving supper at church, retired army colonel Brett Stanton feels his heart tugged. Despite having her hands full, young businesswoman Haley Jennings handles her nephews with a smile. Still, Brett can't get too close to the needy trio.

He lost his son and brother to the uniform, and isn't about to set himself up for loss again. Soon sweet Haley and the boys remind him of old dreams-and teach him that new dreams provide the greatest hope for a perfect family Christmas.

Men of Allegany County: In small-town New York, three bachelors find their soul mates


The Lawman's Holiday Wish

by Ruth Logan Herne

Published 1 January 2013

Second-Chance Christmas

No one in Kirkwood Lake seems willing to forget, or forgive, Rainey McKinney's troubled past. But Rainey can't afford to let that bother her. Her top priority is rebuilding her life and being a good mom to her twin daughters. Even handsome deputy sheriff Luke Campbell can't distract her, tempting as he is. She's determined to keep her distance, but as his son and her girls form a special bond, Rainey and Luke can't help but do the same. Can Rainey put her past behind her once and for all and embrace a future full of hope-and love?

Kirkwood Lake: A town full of heart and hope.