Almost Perfect

by Judy Duarte

Published 17 March 2006

HELP!

Footloose cowboy Jake Meredith was perfect at rabble-rousing and rodeo riding. But when instant parenthood befell him, he was scared spitless of failing as a father for his tiny orphaned niece and nephew. Where to turn for help?

YOU'VE GOT A FRIEND

Where else but to Maggie Templeton, the gangly, freckled best friend of his youth? Now a city pediatrician, his long-distance pal came to his temporary rescue, working wonders with his little wards. Unfortunately, Maggie's unexpected womanliness stoked Jake's senses, jeopardizing their precious friendship. Still, Jake ached to make Maggie a permanent part of his family-to touch her, to taste her...to turn her every which way but loose.


Daddy On Call

by Judy Duarte

Published 27 March 2007

Turning his life around, Luke Wynter had worked hard to become a doctor, to give back to the community he'd taken from years ago.

And he had been doing just fine…until Leilani Stephens snuck back into his life. Twelve years ago she had made it clear that she no longer considered him a friend, let alone a lover. And he'd never been one to plead or beg.

Now he felt drawn to her all over again–yet felt that something was unsettled, unfinished. Unsaid. What had Leilani been hiding from him all these years?


The Matchmakers' Daddy

by Judy Duarte

Published 31 May 2005

WHEN HE HELD HER, HE HELD EVERYTHING HE WANTED...AND COULD NEVER HAVE.

He'd done his time, for a crime he hadn't committed, and now Zack Henderson was ready for a fresh start. With a good job, some savings and weekends with his little girl, his prospects were bright. But this rugged ex-con's plan for a new life hadn't included falling for two adorable neighborhood girls-or their beautiful mother. Diana Lynch was the kind of woman he knew he couldn't have-a good girl, a true lady. And in her arms he almost felt like some kind of hero. Problem was, he knew she was better off without a man like him...no matter what his heart-or Diana's two little matchmakers-had to say.


Their Secret Son

by Judy Duarte

Published 19 January 2007

THE SECRET WAS OUT

The towheaded son of stunning socialite Kristin Reynolds had to be his child. Because once upon a time fireman Joe Davenport and Kristin had been lovers, pulled apart by her prestigious family. He hadn't wanted to give her up then, and he refused to give up his son now. Of course, this time, he and Kristin were both adults. They could handle the intimacies of parenthood, without wanting more. And though the heat of her gaze, of her touch, was almost more than he could bear, he'd be damned if he'd reignite their old flame–even if Kristin was the one woman who tempted him to want the family, and the wife, he could never have.


The Perfect Wife

by Judy Duarte

Published 25 July 2006
Carly Alderson was single again...She'd thought she was the perfect wife - until her divorce was finalised. She was still asking how her carefully planned-out life had gone off track when she met a wonderful man. Only Bo Conway was everything wealthy Carly wasn't looking for: a regular guy. A carpenter. And a smart, sexy man who took her breath away with a single glance.Bo had learned the hard way never to fall for a society woman, the type who wanted to mould him into something he wasn't. But sweet, beautiful Carly has him breaking all his rules..."Talk of the Neighbourhood" - Welcome to Danbury Way - where nothing is as it seems...

Hailey's Hero

by Judy Duarte

Published 1 December 2006

SHE DIDN'T BELIEVE IN HEROES

Hailey Conway believed in making a good, predictable life for herself. Until San Diego detective Nick Granger saved her from a mugger and swept her off her feet–and into bed. Their steamy one-night stand was almost enough to melt the snow that had stranded them together…and then they said goodbye.

Except Nick's dark eyes and whispered endearments haunted Hailey's dreams, and continued to set her world on edge. For their night together had conceived more than insatiable passion. They had a baby on the way. And when Hailey shared her secret, she knew the rugged rebel might break her heart…unless he became the hero who saved it.


Rock-A-Bye Rancher

by Judy Duarte

Published 26 September 2006

THE BABY GIRL NEEDED A HOME...

And Clay Callaghan was ready to provide one for her. The Texas cattle rancher knew next to nothing about caring for infants, but he' d never turn his back on his own flesh and blood.

As guardian of her younger siblings, attorney Daniella de la Cruz offered both legal and child-rearing expertise. Yet it was clear this handsome cowboy needed-and wanted-more from her. Well, Daniella could never turn down a child in need.

A handsome, single father-in-training was another story-wasn' t it?


Worth Fighting For

by Judy Duarte

Published 26 April 2005

I CAN'T LOSE MY CHILD!

Single mother Caitlin Rogers lived for just one thing: her little girl, Emily. So when her rights as a parent were threatened, Caitlin singlemindedly prepared to fight for her daughter by any means necessary. She just didn't count on distraction from the new neighbor next door….

Brett Tanner was a man who didn't like complications in his life. But his gruff military demeanor couldn't mask his feelings for Caitlin and Emily–the little girl who reminded him of the son he'd left behind long ago. Cobbling a family together wouldn't be easy…but it might be the only thing worth fighting for.


His Mother's Wedding

by Judy Duarte

Published 27 December 2005

HERE COMES THE BRIDE…MATCHMAKING DOWN THE AISLE!

When private investigator Rico Garcia arrived to visit his recently engaged mother, becoming involved with her wedding planner was the last thing on his mind. But his matchmaker of a mom had other ideas–and an assignment to find the starry-eyed Molly Townsend's long-lost sister.

Molly had dreamed of her Prince Charming for years–and the cynical, down-with-love Rico was the stuff of her nightmares! But as she and Rico worked together to plan a wedding, and a reunion with her sister, Molly's chance at true love seemed within reach. It was just up to Rico to close the book on a perfect fairy-tale ending….


Call Me Cowboy

by Judy Duarte

Published 28 February 2006

HE WASN'T THE "RIDE OFF INTO THE SUNSET" TYPE...

T. J. "Cowboy" Whittaker wasn't looking to be anyone's hero, but when vulnerable Priscilla Richards turned her tear-filled blue eyes on him and asked, "Can you help me uncover the secrets in my past?"...well, how could the sexy P.I. say no?

His job was simple: escort the sheltered city girl to Texas to meet the mom she'd never known, then hightail it out of there as fast as his boots could carry him. Temptation wasn't on the agenda&—especially with a prim New Yorker who most definitely was not his type. But Prissy made him hotter than Dallas in July...and made him want things he'd given up on long ago....


The Rich Man's Son

by Judy Duarte

Published 15 July 2005
The Rich Man's Son by Judy Duarte released on Aug 25, 2004 is available now for purchase.