He's meant to protect her, but what is this cowboy keeping from her about the danger she's facing?As the daughter of a presidential candidate, Cassidy Hamilton left the Montana family ranch to escape notoriety and live her own life. But when someone tries to abduct her off a Houston sidewalk, Cassidy finds protection in the tall, dark and sexy form of cowboy Jack Durand. The gorgeous Texan doesn’t recognize her, wants nothing from her and is determined to keep her safe.Jack hates keeping secrets from the beautiful Cassidy, but he knows more about her kidnapping attempt than he’s admitting. Forced on the run, Jack and Cassidy begin piecing together a jagged family puzzle, exposing a plot years in the making—one that will either tear them apart or bring them closer together than ever.
Keegan McKettrick has learned the hard way that women can't be trusted. The only female in his life these days is the young daughter he sees all too rarely, and his sole passion is for his job overseeing his family's corporation.Until beautiful but mysterious Molly Shields comes to Indian Rock on a mission – and keeping a suspicious eye on her becomes Keegan's full-time hobby…Molly doesn't know why she's attracted to a man who's determined to dig up dirt on her, even if he is gorgeous.But cynical Keegan might be the one person who can truly understand her shadowy past – and if the two can risk opening their hearts, they just might forge a brighter future.
Copper Ridge, Oregon’s, favorite bachelor is about to meet his matchIf the devil wore flannel, he’d look like Ace Thompson. He’s gruff. Opinionated. Infernally hot. The last person that Sierra West wants to ask for a bartending job—not that she has a choice.Ever since discovering that her “perfect” family is built on a lie, Sierra has been determined to make it on her own. Resisting her new boss should be easy when they’re always bickering. Until one night, the squabbling stops…and something far more dangerous takes over.Ace has a personal policy against messing around with staff—or with spoiled rich girls. But there’s a steel backbone beneath Sierra’s silver-spoon upbringing. She’s tougher than he thought, and so much more tempting. Enough to make him want to break all his rules, even if it means risking his heart…
Playing for KeepsIn high school, Malcolm Douglas was a bad boy who stole the heart of small-town girl Celia Patel–as well as her virginity. But life pulled them apart…and just as well, for he'd already broken her heart.Now Malcolm is a world-famous billionaire dedicated to atoning for his sins. When he swoops back into Celia's life, he tells himself he only wants to protect her from recent threats. But the desire between them leaves them as breathless as teenagers. Will Celia ever forgive him? Maybe. If he can make today's pleasure erase yesterday's pain.To Tame a CowboyRoyal, Texas, is the perfect place for rodeo star Ryan Grant to slow down and finally show Piper Kindred she's the woman for him. When an accident sends Piper rushing to take care of him, her sexy bedside manner suggests to Ryan that seducing his best friend will be easier than he'd expected.But Piper knows the lure of the rodeo circuit—and the risk of a broken heart, when Ryan realises he's not ready to hang up his saddle for good. She can't let herself fall for a cowboy. If only her heart would listen!All He Ever WantedAfter dedicating his life to his family's company, Dalton Cain won't let his father just give away a fortune. He'll save his legacy. And he knows just the woman to help. But getting Laney Fortino to trust him again isn't going to be easy. She still considers him a cold-hearted jerk.Years ago, he'd told himself he'd left Laney for her own good. But seeing her again, feeling the undeniable attraction between them, he vows to rekindle what he'd once thrown away. And this time, family won't stand in the way.
This February, eight men who have it all will give anything to win hearts. This passionate Modern Romance collection includes:THE REDEMPTION OF DARIUS STERNE by Carole MortimerTHE SULTAN’S HAREM BRIDE by Annie WestPLAYING BY THE GREEK’S RULES by Sarah MorganTO WEAR HIS RING AGAIN by Chantelle ShawINNOCENT IN HIS DIAMONDS by Maya BlakeTHE MAN TO BE RECKONED WITH by Tara PammiCLAIMED BY THE SHEIKH by Rachael ThomasTHE MILLIONAIRE’S PROPOSITION by Avril Tremayne
Holidays mean family, friends, presents–and extra doses of drama! But for three girls, the one gift they weren't expecting may be everything they ever hoped for…Shopping for My Boyfriend by Earl SewellWhen Jeremy, Anna's longtime crush, asks her to be his girlfriend, it's a yuletide surprise she never saw coming. And in order to get him the perfect gift, she will have to do a total 180 from shy girl to outrageous reality-show contestant. But to discover what Jeremy truly desires for Christmas, Anna will have to get close and risk her heart….My Only Wish by Caridad FerrerClaudia Abreu knew her family was doing more than hiding presents and heating up Cuban cider for her holiday homecoming. Just her luck–her childhood friend, who has been invited as her New Year's Eve party date, is athletic and popular…pretty much everything she's not. But David Levy hopes he finally has the chance to show Claudia that they really do have enough in common to make both of their dreams come true…together.All I Want for Christmas Is You by Deidre BerryBree Calloway's holiday is off to one very un-merry start. First, her boyfriend, Lance, is keeping secrets. Second, getting the lead in The Nutcracker means facing off with a dance-diva-from-hell. And third, the chemistry between Bree and her know-it-all ballet partner, David, is sparking way too hot. Now Bree has one chance to straighten out this tangled tinsel–and make her Christmas truly bright.
Captured by CassariDrago Cassari would stake his multinational business on the fact that Jess Harper is a thief and a liar. In order to protect his family, he must keep her close. But captive in his palazzo feisty Jess soon gets under his skin. Drago knows he is a fool, but Jess is like a fire in his blood…Being with Drago is like heaven and hell – exquisite nights give way to harsh reality when she discovers she’s pregnant. Now she’s bound to the arrogant Italian – and the sins of her past – forever…
THE BEST OF DESIREEight super Desire romances – with heroes that are to-die-for!THE MAVERICK PRINCE by Catherine MannThe world knew him only as Tony Medina, shipping magnate, lover of the finer things in life…including Shannon Crawford. And then his true identity was splashed across the tabloidsTHE LAST LONE WOLF by Maureen ChildAfter a career of risk, Jericho King desired only a simple life…and the occasional no-strings affair. But then Daisy Saxon arrived; he’d pledged his help if ever she was in need.BILLIONAIRE, M.D. by Olivia GatesSpanish billionaire Rodrigo Valderrama rushed to the side of the woman he’s always wanted the moment he learned of her accident. Whisking Cybele away to his palatial seafront estate, the wealthy surgeon vowed to care for the pregnant widow.THE MILLIONAIRE MEETS HIS MATCH by Kate CarlisleThe CEO of Duke Development had been on guard since he discovered his mother’s diabolical plot to marry him off. And when his desirable new assistant, Trish James, hinted she wanted more than just a business relationship, Adam guessed she was in on the scheme…THE TYCOON’S PATERNITY AGENDA by Michelle CelmerAdam Blair, billionaire oil baron, wanted an heir, but he was determined to keep the arrangement strictly business. When Katy Huntly, his late wife’s sister, discovered his plan, she demanded to be the surrogate.ULTIMATUM: MARRIAGE by Ann MajorBillionaire businessman Jake Claiborne had got the enemy’s daughter pregnant! It had been sheer madness to bed Alicia Butler. But he would not walk away. Their only option was marriage…BOSSMAN BILLIONAIRE by Kathie DeNoskySexy as sin Luke Garnier wasn’t looking for a wife. Just an heir…with no strings attached. Persuading his faithful assistant, Haley Rollins, to be his surrogate seemed ideal. But Haley’s condition for having his baby was marriage!MASTER OF FORTUNE by Katherine GarberaIf Henry Devonshire wished to inherit his dying father's empire, he had to make Everest Records a huge success. And the one person who could help him, Astrid Taylor, was also the only woman he wanted.
SECRETS OF THE OASIS When she gave herself to Sheikh Salman in Paris five years ago, Jamilah Moreau fantasised about wedding dresses and happy endings. But Salman was driven by desire, not diamond solitaires…Now, Sheikh of a desert kingdom, Salman can have anything he wants – and, as Jamilah discovers when he spirits her off to a desert oasis, it’s still her! However, time has wrought changes, and their lovemaking is no longer enough… Something happened back in Paris that had everlasting consequences for both of them…THE DESERT PRINCE Salim Al Mansur, desert prince must marry and produce an heir but the woman he wanted, he couldn’t have. He’d been determined to keep their relationship strictly business. Though seeing Celia Davidson again had Salim reconsidering seduction. But was there anything he didn’t know?SAVED BY THE SHEIKH! Practically penniless, Tiffany Smith had nowhere to turn except to the gorgeous billionaire who offered his help. Dashing banker Rafiq Al Dhahara did not believe she was an innocent fallen on hard times. Still, his distrust didn’t stop her from falling for his charms…and into his bed for one passionate night.