It started as one night of passion—but since Will Braggett has become a partner in Maggie Lawless' medical practice, it has turned into a steamy affair!Will, though, is a single dad: his priority is his little boy, Daniel. Will isn't ready to find a new mother for his son—but Maggie is soon not satisfied being just his mistress. She insists they can only have a future if Will lets her get to know his child, too.Can Maggie convince Will?
New paediatric surgeon Adam is a devoted father with a burning desire to seek sanctuary in Anna’s arms.Their passion is instant, but he won’t let Anna into his family’s life. He understands a woman’s need to hold her own child – something he just can’t give her – and knows it would eventually drive her away. But Anna knows he’s just plain…wrong!
The bachelor…Ryan Ellison was a confirmed bachelor who had sworn off all women. Only, he'd agreed to let six-year-old Robin come and stay with him, not realizing that Robin came complete with a delectable–and all too female–nanny.…and the nanny!Judy Arledge couldn't help but be attracted to Ryan, even if he was utterly infuriating. But despite his antagonism toward her, he was wonderful with Robin. Which made her wonder… Was Ryan only the boy' s «uncle,» as he claimed, or could this eligible bachelor really be Robin' s father?
MAN of the Month The BENNING Legacy MR. AUGUST The Montana Man: He'd lived for his son and the land – until she came into his life… His Mystery Woman: She was called Sierra. She was beautiful and vulnerable, and he felt an immediate connection to her. All rancher Clint Barrow knew was her name.But from the first he'd needed to stake his claim. He'd brought her home to heal, but as the days stretched into long, hot nights, Clint wanted the woman herself. And just when their denied desire exploded into full-blown passion, Sierra's past began to come clear. Would she soon have to leave her Montana man behind?MAN OF THE MONTH: When he finds a missing Benning sister, can a Montana rancher keep her for his own?
A Dad’s Second ChanceWidowed single dad Marc Delacroix doesn’t have time for surprises—especially one like Fiona Bryce. Finding out that she’s the biological aunt of his adopted daughter, Stella, is a big shock. While Fiona’s commitment to the little girl appears to be genuine, Marc wonders if he can truly trust her—or his own heart, which he vowed never to risk again. Fiona’s eager to connect with the sweet young niece she never knew she had, but Marc seems determined to keep her at arm’s length. Could Marc and Fiona’s shared love of Stella be the bond that transforms their fragile connection into a real family?
Trapped in a mine following a cave-in, Line Holmes sees his life more clearly than ever before. There are wrongs he needs to right and good times he wants to repeat…again and again. It's no surprise that most of those experiences are wrapped up in Julia–the woman he's loved forever. Funny how with nothing but time on his hands, he has suddenly found all the words she needs to hear. He puts pen to paper and writes them down, so he won't forget a single one when he sees her again.Because this is one message he intends to deliver in person.
When Selena Keith is injured in a car crash, Morgan Conroe demands she move into his home! Selena hasn't seen Morgan for two long years, though her love for him still burns strong…. Morgan has always been cool and controlled, but looking after Selena makes him realize what he let go before–and now that his Selena is home, he's not letting her go again….
Divorce vs. DesireThree years ago Adam Carmichael had walked out on Maggi when she needed him most. Now he was back, to pick up their marriage where he'd left off – or so he thought! Maggi's first reaction was to finalize their divorce, but Adam refused point-blank. Maggi became furious – not with Adam, but with herself, because, to her dismay, part of her was relieved!Torn between divorce and desire, Maggi knew she should follow her head, not her heart. But Adam wasn't going to let her go without a fight. Carole Mortimer"delivers quality romance." – Romantic Times
SCANDALOUS COWBOY!When Ryder Malone announced his plans to marry an older, frail-looking brothel owner with a fatherless little boy, Savannah Smith knew something wasn't right in Joeville, Montana. The bride-to-be aside, how had a sexy loner – long-estranged from his own family – become devoted to a kid that wasn't his?All Savannah knew was that Ryder had been the husband of her dreams since high school. And considering that he'd introduced her to the wonders of passion mere nights before his shocking announcement, the only woman Ryder was walking down the aisle with was Savannah!THE MONTANA MALONES: Three sexy brothers whose lips are sealed with their secrets… 'til passion pries 'em loose.
The unmarried wife!Karis had been married once, and didn't intend to repeat the experience! She was devoted to her baby daughter, and she loved working as a nanny to five-year-old Josh. She didn't need a husband – and, even if she did, Josh's father would be the last man she'd choose!But sometimes Karis felt more like Daniel Kennedy's wife than his employee. She shared a home with him, cared for his son… and found herself longing for his kisses! And now Daniel was suggesting Karis share his bedroom. Would his next proposal be marriage?