For Christmas, she wanted her family back For single mom Theresa Mathews, the Christmas holidays were extra special because of her son. And because in him she still held part of Sullivan—the man she'd once loved. But now their child was missing. Like a whirlwind, Sullivan swept back into Theresa's life, stirring her feelings and bringing more questions. While his strong arms offered comfort, his smoky eyes promised fulfillment of the desire that still smoldered between them. In his embrace Theresa found hope—but she feared only the truth about the past could heal there hearts…and bring their son home for Christmas.
Revisit a classic romance from New York Times bestselling author Carla Cassidy—in ebook for the first time! Every night, Dr. Frank Longford watched the beautiful stranger pace the beach. Every night, he felt more inexplicably drawn to her. And every night, he wondered who she was.... Now she’s here, under his roof, tantalizing him with desire. And still he isn’t any closer to the answers. She is his dream woman—and she can’t remember her own name. All she has of her past are elusive, terrifying images of fire and a crying baby. Only Frank can chase the nightmares away. Only Frank can make her feel safe. But before she can hope for a tomorrow with him, she must unlock the secrets of yesterday.... Originally published in 1994
Read this classic romance by New York Times bestselling author Carla Cassidy! Seized by vise-like contractions, Colette Connor prayed she wasn't going to deliver on the Connor ranch doorstep. With no recollection of who she is or how she got pregnant, she has nowhere else to turn. Only the knowing eyes and the incendiary kisses of stranger Hank Cooper disturb her more. With the keen instincts of a professional bodyguard, Hank had anticipated Colette's arrival. But he wasn't prepared for her amnesia—or the baby. While her missing memories might help protect her from a killer, they're defenseless against Hank, who is the only man who holds the answers to all her questions…and more. Originally published in 1997
Opposites attract in this edge-of-your-seat thriller from New York Times bestselling author Carla Cassidy. Forensic pathologist Patience Forbes is a whiz with the dead—it's flesh-and-blood men who wreck her equilibrium. And cowboy Forest Stevens isn't fooled by the guarded beauty's icy facade. So when she's attacked, he appoints himself her personal bodyguard. Her very personal bodyguard… Patience is determined to investigate mysterious bones on the Holiday Ranch—not fall into bed with her sexy protector. But Forest is too masculine, too willing to lay down his life for hers…and too set on living a different life from the one she's built. With danger closing in, can Forest tame the shrew before it's too late?
New York Times bestselling author Carla Cassidy writes about a scandal—and a passion—that could be front-page news… When Debra Prentice discovers she's pregnant, she knows two things are true: that she can't wait to become a mother…and that she can never reveal the father's identity to anyone. Because not only is Trey Winston her boss's son, he's also got his eye on the North Carolina senator's seat—and he doesn't need a scandal. But when Debra must work with Trey in organizing his fund-raising dinner, the sparks from their one night of passion still sizzle. Trey knows he should stay away from Debra, but it soon becomes impossible. And as Debra's life is threatened, Trey promises to keep her—and, unknowingly, the baby she carries—safe.
Enjoy a classic story of love and danger by New York Times bestselling author Carla Cassidy, available as an ebook for the first time! Libby Weatherby was aware that her jealous ex-husband had hired private detective Tony Pandolinni to follow her. In fact, she got a kick out of evading him…until she discovered that Tony wasn't the only one on her trail. Someone desperately wanted the mysterious locket she'd found in her pawnshop—someone who would stop at nothing to get it. Tony knew he had no business getting involved with this case, but he was suddenly fiercely determined to protect the independent Ms. Weatherby. Never mind that her slightest touch made him tremble and wish that he'd never sworn off women…They'd been brought together for all the wrong reasons. Would they live long enough to make all the right moves? Originally published 1993
Can he catch an elusive killer… and protect an innocent first responder from a deadly threat? The attack that lands Luke King in the hospital won’t stop the Kansas rancher from bringing his father’s murderer to justice. But when the nurse who offers to join forces with him narrowly misses being shot, Luke’s mission becomes even more treacherous. With Carrie Carlson’s life on the line, can Luke fulfill his dangerous quest and keep her from the clutches of a vengeful killer? From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served. Discover more action-packed stories in the Kings of Coyote Creek series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Closing in on the Cowboy Book 2: Revenge on the Ranch Book 3: Gunsmoke in the Grassland
A local beauty seeks refuge from a killer on a loner cowboy’s ranch in the New York Times–bestselling author’s Western romantic thriller. A man who keeps his secrets close to his chest, gruff rancher Brody Booth is used to things being complicated. The last thing he expects is for a beautiful woman to be his undoing. But Mandy Wright’s as unpredictable as the snowstorm that traps them together. Mandy has learned from experience never to trust anyone. When it comes to relationships, she’s always the first to walk away. Letting Brody close enough to protect her from a killer feels strange—and thrilling. Having feelings for him is as risky as surrendering to the threat. Can she find a way to outrun danger and fall in love?
Two FBI agents—and former lovers—team up to bring down a serial killer in New York Times bestselling author Carla Cassidy's latest crime scene book Seven people have disappeared and it's up to FBI agent Alexander Harkins and his team to bring them all home safely. But when he discovers his ex-wife, Georgina Beaumont, is part of that team, he's forced to make peace with his past in order to stay focused on the mission. Georgina is a stark reminder of the life he once had, and working together will mean trying to forget the woman he still loves. Then the killer shifts focus onto Georgina—forcing them to seek solace in one another—and Alexander is reminded just how much he stands to lose.
It's a cowboy to the rescue in the latest from New York Times bestselling author Carla Cassidy When single mom Trisha Cahill fled her deadly ex, she never expected to feel safe again. Yet Dusty Crawford is the protector she's always yearned for. She can't deny her attraction to the rugged cowboy, but how can she start a new beginning with evil lurking in her past? Dusty has been intrigued by Trisha since she and her infant son arrived in Bitterroot, Oklahoma. When her life is threatened by a stalker, he won't hesitate to act as guardian. Trisha may be running from more than her bloody past, but Dusty will go to extremes to keep the vulnerable beauty safe.
From the night he heard her scream, Quinn Logan sensed that something haunted Jewel Mayfair. The beautiful psychologist ran a ranch for troubled kids, but her own life seemed marked by grievous loss. Quinn had also known sorrow. Now he wanted to help Jewel move on…beginning with a mutual attraction that was impossible to ignore. Her days at Hopechest Ranch were filled with the joy of helping others. But Jewel's nights were plagued by fear…and dreams that seemed all too real. Until the handsome vet chased away the terror. Could she trust Quinn and the passion he offered? Or was she falling in love with a man out to destroy her sanity and her life?
This deputy was looking for redemption from a mysterious beauty... Ever since Savannah Sinclair's sister was killed, her ghost has become part of local lore. But deputy Josh Griffin knows the truth behind this charade. And when Savannah is attacked, Josh vows to keep the grieving beauty safe. He soon finds that even though he's protecting Savannah, it's his heart that's under fire... Savannah only posed as her sister's spirit to keep her sibling alive--not to put herself in harm's way. But as Josh, her "bodyguard," stirs up feelings she thought long dead, Savannah can't help but wonder: Can her lone protector keep yet another Sinclair sister from being murdered?
American surgeon Caitlin O'Donahue nearly lost her life doing volunteer work in the sultry jungles of El Salvador. She escapes to her childhood ranch to discover her father is in hiding. Now the place that was once safe seems dangerous. The only man she can trust is a stranger—a gorgeous rancher with an agenda and deep-set secrets. Undercover agent Rhett Kane is hell-bent on busting Caitlin's father. His assignment doesn't include protecting Caitlin…or taking her under cover in the most sensual way. When his dual lives collide, he's left with the ultimate choice. Will he choose love over duty—and will it cost him his life's mission?
New York Times bestselling author Carla Cassidy brings cowboys, suspense and blazing passion under starry Oklahoma skies "I ride alone," cowboy Lucas Taylor warns New Yorker Nicolette Kendall. But when she and her son, Sammy, settle into Holiday Ranch, things are about to change for the sexy straight-shooting loner. After a frightening kidnapping attempt, Lucas becomes six-year-old Sammy's beloved bodyguard...while trying--in vain--to resist white-hot sparks between him and the boy's gorgeous city-slicker mom. Nicolette can't deny the attraction either. But she's been heartbroken once too often and won't hitch her star to a cowboy interested only in a fling. Until there's a real danger to her own life...and heart Then will she trade her high heels for cowboy boots?
Their in-name-only marriage would serve as bait Belinda Connor in no way wanted to be a temporary wife—especially to Derek Walker, who'd sneaked back into her heart with the stealth of a thief. But when it became apparent someone wanted her dead, Derek's embrace was the only safe harbor. To draw out the killer, he needed Belinda. Using a proposal to save the Connor family ranch in return for her hand and her signature on child-custody papers was manipulative, but necessary. If his scheme worked, their marriage would end—but could Derek endure losing Belinda again? Cheyenne Nights As girls, three sisters made a pact beneath a Wyoming moon. Now, as women, they're due for a day of reckoning
Bestselling author Carla Cassidy brings in the Men of Wolf Creek to seek a missing woman Roxy Marcoli cares about three things—her restaurant, her sisters and her aunt Liz. When Liz disappears, she's forced to turn to shameless playboy cop Steve Kincaid. Every time the sexy detective turns on the charm, he gets Roxy's hackles up. Despite his reputation, Steve is no ladies' man. His casual flirting hides the pain of an unbearable loss. As they search for clues, he discovers what lies beneath Roxy's prickly exterior and sharp tongue. As his desire grows, so does his fear. Because it's not just Aunt Liz the killer wants—but Roxy, too.
Bestselling author Carla Cassidy dazzles us with her Men of Wolf Creek—heroes who live and love fiercely Marlene Marcoli made the mistake of falling in love and almost lost her life. Hoping to put her abusive marriage behind her, Marlene moves to Wolf Creek, Pennsylvania. But danger follows her once again when her apartment is vandalized. To make matters worse, the sexy detective working the case is distracting her beyond reason. Detective Frank Delaney hasn't been interested in dating since his wife died—until Marlene comes to town. Irresistibly drawn to the blonde, he's got to find a way to make her trust him. And when Marlene's life is threatened, Frank must race to protect her—if they both hope to have a second chance at love.
New York Times Bestselling Author Will a killer drive them apart Or bring them closer together? Long before he started helping her renovate her bakeshop, Sam Bravano noticed Harper Brennen…but she refuses to believe that he’s interested in an older woman. He’s doing his best to charm her when they make a grisly discovery together. Someone is very unhappy with their budding relationship. Sam wants to protect Harper, but his attraction to her might make him a deadly threat… From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama. Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of The Scarecrow Murders series: Book 1: Killer in the Heartland Book 2: Guarding a Forbidden Love Book 3: The Cowboy Next Door
New York Times Bestselling Author Protecting the woman he couldn’t forget… Means risking his defenseless heart. Rancher Johnny King thought he’d moved on since Chelsea Black left town to follow her big-city dreams. With his emotions still raw following his father’s murder, Chelsea’s return revives passions he’d thought buried. But a dangerous stalker from her old life doesn’t want her to set down roots—with anyone. As their spark reignites, can Johnny and Chelsea face the threat to their lives…and their hearts? From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served. Discover more action-packed stories in the Kings of Coyote Creek series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order: Book 1: Closing in on the Cowboy Book 2: Revenge on the Ranch Book 3: Gunsmoke in the Grassland
New York Times bestselling author Carla Cassidy delivers nonstop suspense and magnetic romance in the first book of Tactical Crime Division, featuring the best of the best in crime solving. The Tactical Crime Division—TCD—is a specialized unit of the FBI. They handle the toughest cases in the most remote locations. When TCD learns of a school invasion turned lockdown, every agent is ready to engage. With children in jeopardy, the stakes couldn’t be higher. But it becomes personal for hostage negotiator agent Evan Duran when he learns Annalise Taylor is one of the captives holed up with the students in a school for the gifted. He’ll need every resource available at TCD and every ounce of his expertise to turn this disastrous situation into a rescue mission—and if he succeeds, maybe reunite with the woman he never stopped loving. From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek Thrills. Solve Crimes. Justice Served. Discover the lives and loves of the remaining team members in the Tactical Crime Division series: Book 1: 48 Hour Lockdown by Carla Cassidy Book 2: Secret Investigation by Elizabeth Heiter Book 3: Midnight Abduction by Nichole Severn Book 4: Running out of Time by Cindi Myers
A cowboy's back on the ranch… and ready to rescue his boss Hired to work as a horse trainer, Mac McBride discovers that his new employer, Marisa Lindale, is as untrusting as her mustang. Years ago, she was tormented by a mysterious criminal and now her abductor has returned! Mac finds himself irresistibly drawn to Marisa and desperate to protect her…but her plans for revenge might risk both their lives. From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama. Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the Cowboys of Holiday Ranch series: Book 1: A Real Cowboy Book 2: Cowboy of Interest Book 3: Cowboy Under Fire Book 4: Cowboy at Arms Book 5: Operation Cowboy Daddy Book 6: Killer Cowboy Book 7: Sheltered by the Cowboy Book 8: Guardian Cowboy Book 9: Cowboy Defender Book 10: Cowboy's Vow to Protect Book 11: The Cowboy's Targeted Bride Book 12: The Last Cowboy Standing
An unknown darkness walks the streets of Black Rock. With a killer at large, Deputy Benjamin Grayson knows that an elderly man's claims of a supernatural phenomenon won't help matters. Yet what he doesn't know is that summoning the man's only relative will make her a target…one in need of his protection. Edie Burnett comes to the sleepy Kansas town for her grandfather's sake—not to let down her guard for a handsome lawman. But Benjamin seems determined to prove that her hard-knock life has been void of friendship, passion and security for too long. She wants to be safe in his arms, but when danger closes in she may not get the chance….
Passion and peril run wild in this romantic thriller of second—and last—chances from the New York Times–bestselling author of Her Cowboy Distraction. No self-respecting cowboy wants to be a rich girl’s dirty little secret. That’s why Nick Benson left Grady Gulch, looking for greener pastures even as his heart was breaking. Little did he know that the beauty he left behind was carrying his child, a son. Or that his wealthy lover would be abandoned by her family because of their forbidden affair. Now Nick has returned, and he wants to be a father to little Garrett. But Courtney Chambers has been taking care of herself long enough to distrust their renewed passion. Her little boy is her life now. Only when he disappears, does she realize how dangerous love can be . . . From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama. Cowboy Café series Book 1: Her Cowboy Distraction Book 2: The Cowboy’s Claim Book 3: Cowboy with a Cause Book 4: Confessing to the Cowboy
WHO DO YOU TRUST? No one would meet Mark Delaney's eyes. After a devastating brush with death, he had changed dramatically—and done so with one purpose in mind. He had a killer to catch and could no longer trust his own family. But one woman dared to look beyond his facade. April Cartwright, newly hired by the Delaneys, sought to know the real Mark. But the loner knew he had to resist. A murderer was in their midst, and if Mark succumbed to the sweet promises April offered, his mission would put them both in deadly peril. And he would not risk her innocent life—even at the cost of his own!
The town of Black Rock is under a dark cloud. Four single women have disappeared, and there are no leads as to their whereabouts. Until one evening after work, pretty real-estate broker Layla West fends off an attacker, and becomes the newest obsession of a deranged serial killer…. Desperate for protection, Layla seeks refuge at the remote cabin of Jacob Grayson, the brother of the local sheriff. A former FBI agent, Jacob still bears the guilt of a similar case gone fatally wrong. Now Jacob's growing desire for Layla could tempt him into letting his guard down…with potentially deadly results.
HER REAL NAME WAS ALLISON WELCH… But he knew her as Cecilia Webster. Just weeks ago, she'd had everything. Then came the tragedy that stole it all—along with her eyesight. The blindness was only temporary. So were her new name and her stay in rural Montana. But what about her feelings for the gruff, tender lawman who'd taken her in? Tormented by his own past, Sheriff Jesse Wilder had a beautiful, vulnerable witness in his protective custody—and more on his mind than keeping her safe. But his charge's life depended on his guarding her secret—and resisting his own forbidden urges…. Mustang Montana A lively little town filled with secrets, scandal, gossip—and unexpected romance at every turn (of the page)!
Catch up with the crime-fighting Coltons Witnessing a murder plunges Nina Owens into nerve-shattering danger. Police chief Flint Colton is sure the perp is taking down witnesses, so the handsome cop orders Nina into protective custody...in his home And while she's grateful to him, Nina just can't shake her deep distrust of police. But all that falls away when Flint's scintillating kiss awakens something deep within her. As Thanksgiving approaches with Dead River quarantined, the search for a missing child puts Nina and the killer on a collision course. She knows Flint is haunted by a past failure to save a witness...and that he'll put himself in the line of fire before he ever lets her down.
A MAN RETURNS TO HIS HOMETOWN TO SOLVE A COLD CASE IN NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR CARLA CASSIDY'S NEW SCENE OF THE CRIME BOOK. A family tragedy brings Bo McBride to his Mississippi town two years after a devastating loss made him leave. Now he's back and only Claire Silver is ready to welcome him home. The sassy blonde teacher wants his help in finding a killer who has plagued the town… Although she could only admire him from afar, Claire was always drawn to Bo. Their unofficial investigation is complicated by the passion igniting between them. And by the obsessed stalker who has targeted Claire. With the threat escalating, Bo vows he'll do whatever it takes to protect her. And Claire vows to put her faith in the man ready to risk everything to safeguard her future.
Lexie Forbes had come to Kansas looking for answers, but all she uncovered was a killer on her trail. Still, the FBI agent wasn't about to give up on her desperate search for the truth behind the suspicious death that sent her reeling…even if no one in the small, eerie town was talking. No one except sexy rancher Nick Walker. Nick had experienced his own share of tragedy and all he wanted was to be left alone. But refusing the gorgeous and persistent Lexie was tougher than roping cattle—especially once he realized they shared a very dangerous connection. Before long, Nick went from trying his best to ignore the sizzling tension between them to doing whatever he could to ensure Lexie didn't become the town's latest victim.
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