Just how…committed…is he?There is nothing Cristina Roman loves more than being a mom. Although working as the chef at her family’s inn, Ladera by the Sea, is a close second. And a quickly rising third is her new – or actually old – love interest, Shane McCallister, the local contractor.After her soldier husband’s tragic death, Cris thought she would never be able to move on. But with the way Shane bonds with her five-year-old son, she might be persuaded. Except then her in-laws sue her for custody of Ricky. Now facing every mother’s worst nightmare, she’ll do anything not to lose her child, and Shane is determined to help. Could her sister’s Christmas wedding be their inspiration?
Sleeping with the enemy After his father’s death, successful doctor Peter Wilder faced off against a formidable enemy: a huge conglomerate vying to take over the small-town hospital his family had run for years. At least Peter knew he had every member of the board of directors on his side for the fight of his life.Except for one. Beautiful, brainy Bethany Holloway was on a mission to bring Walnut River into the future – with or without Peter Wilder. But to her surprise the heated arguments between her and the good doctor sparked an unmistakable fire of attraction. Would Bethany take over his heart?THE WILDER FAMILY Living and loving in Walnut River
Keeping her heart safeMiranda Shaw’s world shattered the instant her father was accused of cheating and her family was destroyed forever. Years later, the last thing she needed was some journalist digging into their business. No matter how handsome and charming he was…Mike Marlowe knew there was more to the story – and to the beautiful, elusive woman who stirred him. But Miranda was as fiercely protective of her heart as she was of her family name. Mike’s relentless pursuit of the truth could rob him of what he really wanted: true love!
She’s coming home to Hades, AlaskaSeeing Brody Hayes again was like seeing a ghost. But, Irena Yovich noted with relief, the resemblance he bore to his late playboy brother – Irena’s philandering ex-boyfriend – was purely physical. Still, she knew she’d better not get too close…Brody had been secretly in love with Irena for years, and now she was suddenly within his reach. All he had to do was convince her that they were meant to be – that he was the right brother after all…
The morning after Thanksgiving, Enrique «Rick» Santiago, the sheriff of Forever, Texas, opens his front door and discovers…a baby! Before he has a chance to say «who's the mommy» big-city lawyer Olivia Blayne arrives to claim the adorable infant. She's relieved to find her nephew safe, but is on a desperate search for her missing sister. Rick's only too happy to help, even if he and Olivia instantly clash. Olivia's high-powered life is about responsibility – not laughter, love and holiday joy.But something about joining forces with Rick leads her to realize that there are more things missing from her life than her sister. And passion has its place – even if it is only temporary. After all, her time away from her job in Dallas can't last forever. Or can it? After all, Christmas is a wonderful time for surprises!
Decorated police officer Jake Castro is hoping Thunder Canyon will prove the perfect place to raise his baby daughter… But when serious sparks start to fly between Jake and small-town Cinderella Calista Clifton, he’s suddenly not sure he’s ready to settle down. Can he make Calista’s dreams come true – and transform the babysitter into a bride?
Unwrapping the Playboy As rakishly handsome as he was successful, lawyer Kullen was a “love ’em and leave ’em” kind of guy. Until Lilli McCall, his long-lost love, suddenly appeared in his office – and turned his carefully crafted world upside down with the ultimate Christmas surprise!The Playboy’s Gift Skye is shocked to learn her late brother and sister-in-law have left their little daughter in the care of Rett – her brother’s best friend…and Skye’s first love. The only way to protect her heart is to help the novice daddy and baby bond, then make a graceful exit. But the sight of Rett’s strong arms cradling the baby makes Skye weak at the knees…
The Lonesome RancherSloan avoids the limelight that comes with belonging to the Merrick political dynasty. After his ex’s betrayal, he’s happy alone on his ranch. So he’s furious to find himself attracted to his mother’s new nurse Jade! But her real reason for coming to town spells scandal for the Merrick family – and her secret could break Sloan’s heart…Finding Happily-Ever-AfterPI Jewel doesn’t believe in fairytale romance. What she does believe in are low-risk flings and ignoring her mother’s constant matchmaking attempts. But her newest clients – sexy professor Christopher and his tiny grieving nephew – might give Jewel the lesson in love she so badly needs!
Dare to dream… these sparkling romances will make you laugh, cry and fall in love – again and again!The Boss’s Surprise SonFor tough tycoon Rick, settling down’s certainly not on the agenda! Chatty assistant Savannah seems doomed to clash with him, but over long working days she grows close to her dour but dishy boss. Rick’s starting to suspect Savannah’s the most precious jewel in the company. Then an unexpected baby bump throws everything off course!Doctoring the Single DadWhen she spied Lucas on her ward, Nikki was only too happy to take charge of his irresistible seven-month-old daughter. But it was the sexy widower who seemed more in need of Nikki’s special brand of healing magic…and made her wonder whether she was in need of some romantic therapy herself.