Part of the Bargain
Harlequin Bestselling Author Collection
September 2010
978-0-373-38990-2
$6.99 U.S. / $7.99 CAN.
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To heal the wounds left by a broken marriage and the death of her beloved stepson, Libby Kincaid returns to the ranch where she grew up. Instead of finding the solace she craves, she finds Jess Barlowe—sexy, alluring…and mad as hell.
For years Jess had been her constant opponent, and now malicious rumors tarnishing her reputation seem only to enrage him further. But soon these adversarial sparks ignite into a fire of passion, and Jess won’t stop until he makes her his bride. Unfortunately, Libby knows all too well that being married to a man is no guarantee of his trust…or his love.
McKettricks of Texas: Austin
HQN Books
July 2010
ISBN: 978-0373774463
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World champion rodeo star Austin McKettrick finally got bested by an angry bull. His career over, his love life a mess, the lone maverick has nowhere to go when the hospital releases him. Except back home to Blue River and the Silver Spur ranch. But his overachieving brothers won’t allow this cowboy to brood in peace. They’ve even hired a nurse to speed along his recovery. Paige Remington’s bossy brand of TLC is driving him crazy. As is her beautiful face, sexy figure and silky black hair.
Paige has lost count of the times Austin has tried to fire her, but this determined nurse is not going anywhere until he’s healed, body and heart.
Austin’s brothers are laying bets that Paige’s place in his life just might become permanent.
McKettricks of Texas: Garrett
HQN Books
June 2010
ISBN: 978-0373774418
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Fast track up the political ladder, fast cars, fast women—that’s Garrett McKettrick. Make that was. A scandal has brought him home to Blue River, a place where a man can slow down, take stock and plan his next move. Which doesn’t include staying at the family ranch with his brothers. A city boy for a long time now, Garrett doesn’t think he has the land in his blood anymore. But Blue River has other attractions, like his former high school nemesis, Julie Remington.
Now a striking woman and much-respected teacher, Julie comes complete with a precocious four-year-old cowboy, a three-legged beagle and deep ties to the community. Good thing they have nothing in common—except their undeniable attraction and a future brighter than the Texas sun.
McKettricks of Texas: Tate
HQN Books
February 2010 Mass Market Paperback
ISBN: 978-0373774364
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For divorced dad Tate McKettrick, there are barely enough hours each day to run the Silver Spur ranch, do the suit-and-tie thing for his business and run herd on his beloved six-year-old daughters. But time stands still at the sight of Libby Remington. When they were high school sweethearts, the wealthy McKettrick made a mistake that cost him the love of his life. But now they’re both back in Blue River, Texas. And cattle rustlers, a manipulative ex-wife and a killer stallion can’t keep Tate from trying to win Libby again.
Libby has her hands full caring for her mother and running the Perk Up Coffee Shop. Caffeine she needs. Tate McKettrick—with his blazing blue eyes and black hair. No way! Oh, heck—yes! But can Tate and Libby really hope for a second chance?
A Creed Country Christmas
HQN Books
November 2009 Hardcover
ISBN: 978-0373774050
$16.95 U.S.
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In the unforgiving wilderness of 1910, widowed rancher Lincoln Creed is up against more than rustlers, wolves and the coming winter storms. His young daughter has needs beyond the beans and bacon he can barely cook. Lincoln must find little Gracie a governess, a lady who can teach and cook-and yet won't set her sights on him.
Disowned for her refusal to marry, twenty-five-year-old Juliana Mitchell shares the love in her heart with her young students at the underfunded Indian school. When she meets Lincoln and Gracie, her response to the handsome rancher makes her realize she's not against marriage after all.
The season of miracles just might find a way for Juliana, the children, Lincoln and Gracie to help each other.
At Home in Stone Creek
Silhouette
November 2009 Paperback
ISBN: 978-0373654871
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Can college sweethearts find a second chance?
Two of Ashley O’Ballivan’s siblings are expecting children. No wonder she feels a bit left out. To make matters worse, Jack McCall—an old college flame—has booked a room at Ashley’s bed-and-breakfast.
When Ashley finds herself nursing Jack back to health after he falls ill, it would seem love was in the air again. In fact, Jack is furious at himself for compromising her safety. Unbeknownst to Ashley, Jack makes his living doing high-tech global security work, which means he has more than his share of enemies. When Jack suddenly disappears, Ashley assumes he’s gone for good. Could anything make him return?
The Bridegroom
HQN Books
August 2009 Paperback
ISBN 978-0-373-77388-6
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New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller returns to the Arizona frontier in a tale of passion, adventure and dangerous promises . . .
Undercover agent Gideon Yarbro is renowned for stopping outlaws almost before they commit a crime. But now he must stop a wedding—despite the bride’s resistance. Lydia Fairmont will lose everything if she doesn’t honor her betrothal to a heartless banker. Unless she marries someone else instead . . . whether it’s a love match or not.
Determined to honor his own decade-old promise to help Lydia, Gideon carries her off to Stone Creek and makes her his reluctant wife. Forget a honeymoon for “show”—not with a vengeful ex-fiancé on their trail and a hired gun on the loose. But there just might be hope for the marriage . . . and two hearts meant for each other.
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State Secrets
Harlequin Famous Firsts
June 2009 Paperback
ISBN: 978-0-373-20004-7
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When Secret Service agent David Goddard was assigned to unravel the truth about Holly Llewellyn, he found himself taking an unexpected personal interest in the very woman he might have to indict for aiding and abetting a spy. Holly certainly seemed like David's version of the all-American dream. But wouldn't her blue eyes, blond hair and girl next door smile be the perfect cover . . . for espionage? Until he could be sure her innocence was no act, he had to hide his identity . . . and his powerful desire to possess her. But after one kiss David knew he could never stop himself from loving the woman he'd been sent to destroy . . .
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MONTANA CREEDS: TYLER
HQN Books
April 2009 paperback
ISBN 978-0-373-77364-0
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Descendents of the legendary McKettrick family, the Creeds are renowned in Stillwater Springs, Montana—for raising hell…
Whether winning championship belt buckles or dealing with Hollywood types for endorsement deals, former rodeo star Tyler Creed can handle anything. Except standing on the same square foot of land as his estranged brothers. Yet here they are in Stillwater Springs, barely talking but trying to restore the old Creed ranch—and family.
Lily Kenyon knows all about family estrangements and secrets. The single mom has come home to set things right, to put down roots for her daughter. What she doesn’t expect is Tyler Creed, whom she’s loved since childhood. Now the handsome, stubborn cowboy who left home to seek his fortune just might find it was always under the Montana sky…
Meet the Creed cowboys of Montana: three estranged brothers who come home to find family—and love.
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MONTANA CREEDS: DYLAN
HQN Books
March 2009 paperback
ISBN 978-0-373-77358-9
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Descendents of the legendary McKettrick family, the Creeds are renowned in Stillwater Springs, Montana—for raising hell…
Hailed as “rodeo’s bad boy” for his talent at taming bulls and women, Dylan Creed likes life in the fast lane. But when the daughter he rarely sees is abandoned by her mother, Dylan heads home to Stillwater Springs ranch. Somehow the champion bull rider has to turn into a champion father—and fast.Town librarian Kristy Madison is uncharacteristically speechless when Dylan Creed turns up for story time with a toddler in tow. The man who’d left a trail of broken hearts—including her own—is back… and this time Kristy’s determined to tame his wild ways once and for all.
Meet the Creed cowboys of Montana: three estranged brothers who come home to find family—and love.
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MONTANA CREEDS: LOGAN
HQN Books
February 2009 paperback
ISBN 978-0-373-77353-4
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Descendents of the legendary McKettrick family, the Creeds are renowned in Stillwater Springs, Montana—for raising hell…
After years of wandering, Logan Creed, a cowboy with a dusty law degree, has returned home. To put down roots, to restore his family’s neglected ranch… to have kids of his own proudly bearing the Creed name.Divorced mom Briana Grant has heard the stories about her gorgeous neighbor. So Logan’s kindness with her young boys is a welcome surprise, especially when her ex reappears. And when an unknown enemy vandalizes her home, Logan shows Briana—and the folks of Big Sky country—just what he’s made of.
Meet the Creed cowboys of Montana: three estranged brothers who come home to find family—and love.
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A STONE CREEK CHRISTMAS Silhouette Special Edition
December 2008 paperback
ISBN 978-0-373-24939-8
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Stone Creek veterinarian Olivia O'Ballivan communicates easily with animals, but men are another story. Especially rugged architect-turned-rancher Tanner Quinn. Olivia's uncanny bond with his daughter Sophie's pony, Butterpie, has him questioning her sanity, while she wonders if he's not just a drugstore cowboy.
Then twelve-year-old Sophie conspires with Olivia to get Tanner into the spirit of Christmas with all the trimmings, including a tree-lighting ceremony and a man named Kris Kringle in a sleigh driven by seven reindeer . . . and a donkey. But will a holiday miracle transform the globe-trotting Tanner into a rancher—and a family man—for all seasons?
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A MCKETTRICK CHRISTMAS
HQN Books
November 2008 Gift Hardcover
ISBN 978-0-373-77302-2
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Lizzie McKettrick is coming home for Christmas. And Indian Rock’s new school teacher has a surprise in store for her family—a special young man, Whitley Carson. He might seem a little too interested in the McKettrick money, but Lizzie’s certain Whitley cares for her deep down.
Yet fate has a surprise of its own for Lizzie: Dr. Morgan Shane. When their homebound train is halted by a massive avalanche, injuring and stranding its passengers, the handsome doctor takes charge—with Lizzie by his side.
Despite their growing bond, Lizzie and Morgan know time is running out. With another avalanche looming and the train’s food supply dwindling, it’s going to be a bleak Christmas Eve. But with faith, hard work and a little extra help from a most unexpected source, they just might find their way home to celebrate a McKettrick family Christmas after all.
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THE RUSTLER HQN Books
October 2008 Paperback
ISBN 978-0-373-77330-5
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Where does an outlaw go when he’s ready to turn straight? For Wyatt Yarbro, reformed rustler and train robber, Stone Creek is his place of redemption. And lovely Sarah Tamlin is the perfect angel to help him clean up his act . . .
But Sarah keeps a dark secret behind her prim and proper façade, even as her heart is lost to charming, sexy Wyatt. When a vengeful enemy prepares to unleash havoc on the peaceful town, Wyatt and Sarah will discover that they can’t hide from the past. To win the fight, they must believe in something they never trusted before—the hope of tomorrow.
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A WANTED MAN
HQN Books
May 2008 Paperback
ISBN 978-0-373-77296-4
$7.99 U.S.
The past has a way of catching up with folks in Stone Creek, Arizona. So schoolmarm Lark Morgan and Marshal Rowdy Rhodes are determined to hide their secrets—and deny their instant attraction. That shouldn't be too hard, since each suspects the other of living a lie. Her too-fancy clothes and big-city ways inspire gossip all over town; his blond good looks and impudent grin belong to a man sporting a gunfighter's coat.
But Rowdy and Lark have one truth in common: the very real dangers they face. Like the gang of robbers wreaking havoc on the railroad heading toward Stone Creek—the men Ranger Sam O'Ballivan expects Rowdy to nab. And as past and current troubles collide, Rowdy and Lark must surrender their stubborn pride to the greatest power of all—an undying love.
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MORE THAN WORDS VOLUME 4April 2008
HQN Books Hardcover
ISBN 978-0-373-83622-2
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Five exceptional women have been selected as this year’s recipients of Harlequin’s More Than Words award. And this year Linda Lael Miller is one of five New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling authors who have kindly offered their creativity to write original short stories inspired by the real-life heroines this award honors. You might meet them at the coffee shop or walking down the street. They’re women across North America committed to reaching out and changing lives one good deed at a time.
Linda’s story, Queen of the Rodeo, is the heart-warming tale of a mother dealing with her daughter’s struggle with Down Syndrome. When she sees the positive effect that horses have on her daughter, Callie begins a therapeutic riding group. The real-life inspiration for this story, Jeanne Greenberg, is now the head of SARI, a charitable volunteer-based organization providing therapeutic horse riding for children and adults with special needs.
Because of this year’s recipients’ dedication, hundreds of special needs children receive therapeutic riding lessons. Economically challenged high school graduates are outfitted to attend their proms in style. Autism awareness is being brought to the public forefront. Around the world, terminally ill or impoverished children are receiving their own teddy bears to love. And homeless mothers and children are being provided their own small apartments, so they need never feel out in the cold.
Proceeds for the sale of this book will be reinvested in the Harlequin More Than Words program to support causes that are of concern to women.
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MOONFIREMarch 2008
Pocket Books Paperback reissue
ISBN 978-1-416-57060-8
$4.99 U.S./$5.99 CAN.
Stranded by a shattered promise on Australia's vast shores, Maggie Chamberlin vowed to shape a new Iife for herself in Sydney. Then she encountered arrogant, wealthy Reeve Mckenna, a man as ruggedly splendid as the Australian wilderness. Though he thrilled Maggie's senses and held her proud, untried heart captive, Reeve could not be hers alone. For he was obsessed by a lifelong hope—to find his beloved brother James, lost two decades before.
Torn between the clash of their wills and the sweet dark rush of desire, they rose time and again to rapture. But Reeve's fierce hunger for the Yankee beauty was not yet love, and Maggie would have the pleasure of his passion and the full surrender of his heart—or nothing at all!
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ANGELFIREMarch 2008
Pocket Books Paperback reissue
ISBN 978-1-416-57059-2
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Shocked by the threat of an arranged marriage to an aging magistrate, Bliss Stafford fled through the rugged New Zealand countryside. But chance—and the barrel of her father's pistol—wed her to Jamie McKenna, a handsome, headstrong rancher whose bold touch flamed her innocent senses.
In his embrace she discovered the wonder of desire, and the passionate man who would be her destiny. Yet his heart was captive to a beauteous widow—and a hidden, bitter sorrow. Only a rare courage would drive Bliss to face the secrets of Jamie's past... to defy death itself for the radiant prize of a lifetime of tomorrows.
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MY DARLING MELISSAMarch 2008
Pocket Books Paperback reissue
ISBN 978-1-416-57058-5
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Devastated on her wedding day by a shattering revelation, Melissa Corbin turned to a stranger with a brazen bargain: she would take his name in exchange for the power of the Corbin empire.
Quinn Rafferty was shockingly handsome and used to command. His bold, generous heart was quickly roused to laughter, to anger... and to white-hot desire for the head strong, sable-maned beauty.
Quinn's caresses kindled blazing starlight in Melissa's pounding blood... and soon there was no turning back. But above their happiness loomed a bitter man's vengeance that could destroy all that Quinn most cherished. Now Melissa and Quinn would risk their very lives for the glorious heights of ecstasy.
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DEADLY DECEPTIONSMarch 2008 paperback
ISBN 978-0-373-77256-8
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"Miller’s got major storytelling mojo for the second adventure set in Cave Creek, AZ."New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller is back with reader favorite Mojo Sheepshanks, the irreverent newbie P.I. who finds truth in the strangest places . . .– Publishers Weekly starred review
Mojo is trying to enjoy her posh new home, but she'd rather be back living over Bad-Ass Bert's Biker Saloon, where life was simpler. Her sexy cop boyfriend can't let go of his past, while her wealthy sister is being blackmailed for secrets in hers. And Mojo's smack in the middle of it all. As the murders pile up, Mojo is starting to uncover secrets that even the dead don't want disturbed....
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DEADLY GAMBLEJanuary 2008 paperback
ISBN 978-0-373-77200-1
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This game has some very unusual players . . .
She’s got an uncanny knack for winning at slots, but her home-sweet-home is Bad-Ass Bert’s Biker Saloon. She’d love to go deep undercover with an irresistible hot cop, but he’s got baggage as big as his biceps.
She’s survived a mysterious tragedy, but Mojo Sheepshanks hasn’t quite figured out who she is or how to get on with her life. Now the wisecracking Mojo is seeing ghosts—the real, ectoplasmic kind—and turning up baffling clues to her real identity.
Suddenly a wealthy man is claiming to be her long-lost uncle, and she’s being shadowed by an ex-con brother with a talent for killer mind games. As Mojo races to finally uncover the facts, she’ll need all her savvy and strange new talent to keep someone from burying her—and the truth—for keeps.
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THE MCKETTRICK WAYSilhouette Special Edition
December 2007 paperback
ISBN 9780373248674
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She wanted his baby...and he wanted her!
Meg McKettrick longs for a baby—husband optional. Perfect father material is gorgeous Brad O’Ballivan, old flame and new owner of his family’s ranch in Stone Creek. But Meg—as strong, proud and stubborn as her ancestors on Indian Rock’s Triple M ranch—wants to do things her way...the McKettrick way. And Brad feels just as strongly about the O’Ballivan way...
Love, marriage, babies and a lifetime to share—that’s what Brad wants. Not a single night of passion, an unexpected pregnancy and a woman who won’t budge. For a rugged rodeo cowboy who never gives up, it’s a battle of wills he intends to win...and nothing matters more than claiming Meg’s wild McKettrick heart.
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A WANTED MANHQN Books
July 2007 Hardcover
ISBN 978-0-373-77236-0
$24.95 U.S./$29.95 CAN.
The past has a way of catching up with folks in Stone Creek, Arizona. So schoolmarm Lark Morgan and Marshal Rowdy Rhodes are determined to hide their secrets—and deny their instant attraction. That shouldn't be too hard, since each suspects the other of living a lie. Her too-fancy clothes and big-city ways inspire gossip all over town; his blond good looks and impudent grin belong to a man sporting a gunfighter's coat.
But Rowdy and Lark have one truth in common: the very real dangers they face. Like the gang of robbers wreaking havoc on the railroad heading toward Stone Creek—the men Ranger Sam O'Ballivan expects Rowdy to nab. And as past and current troubles collide, Rowdy and Lark must surrender their stubborn pride to the greatest power of all—an undying love.
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MCKETTRICK'S HEARTHQN Books
April 2007 Paperback
ISBN 978-0-373-77194-3
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#7 on Amazon.com Best Books of 2007: Romance
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.
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MCKETTRICK'S PRIDEHQN Books
March 2007 Paperback
ISBN 978-0-373-77190-5
$7.99 U.S. / $9.50 CAN.
Romance Reviews Today Best Contemporary Romance Novel of 2007
A new generation of McKettrick men stake their claim to their land-and the women they love . . .
The only wide-open space Rance McKettrick wants to see in his future is his hometown in his rearview mirror. The down-to-earth ex-rancher is determined to make a fresh start with his two young daughters-and leave his heartbreaking loss and family's successful corporation far behind.
He sure doesn't need Indian Rock's free-spirited new bookstore owner Echo Wells confusing his choices . . . and raising memories he'd rather forget. But her straightforward honesty and reluctance to trust is challenging everything Rance thought he knew about himself. And when their irresistible attraction puts their hearts on the line, Rance and Echo must come to grips with who they really are, to fine a once-in-a-lifetime happiness.
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MCKETTRICK'S LUCKHQN Books
February 2007 Paperback
ISBN 978-0-373-77185-1
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A new generation of McKettrick men stake their claim to their land-and the women they love . . .
Like his celebrated ancestors who tamed the wilds of Arizona, Jesse McKettrick's Indian Rock ties run deep. The Triple M Ranch is in his blood, along with the thrill of risk. But with his land at stake, Jesse won't get involved in Cheyenne Bridges' scheme-despite the temptation she brings.
Cheyenne grew up in Indian Rock and left its painful memories behind to become a self-made woman. Now her job is to convince Jesse to sell his property. Jesse's not the kind of man Cheyenne could ever forget, but he's too wild and dangerous for a woman committed to playing it safe. Yet sparks of attraction fly, tempting Cheyenne to lay it all on the line for the passion she sees in Jesse's eyes and the tenderness she discovers in his heart.
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