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A Laird for the Highland Lady (Lairds of the Isles #3)
by Catherine TinleyA sparkling, witty Regency set in the Scottish HighlandsBecoming a laird…worthy of the Highland lady? After an unexpected encounter with Eilidh MacDonald, Max Wood thinks this shockingly beautiful woman is unlike anyone he&’s ever met! Working to restore the Scottish estate long neglected by his family, Max is achieving more than he thought possible. As a carefree second son, he&’s never considered marriage—until now… But is shaking off his decadent persona enough to win the flame-haired lady who&’s captured his heart?From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.Lairds of the IslesBook 1: A Laird for the GovernessBook 2: A Laird in LondonBook 3: A Laird for the Highland Lady
A Laird in London (Lairds of the Isles #2)
by Catherine TinleyA Scottish Highlander causes a stir in Regency London!There&’s a new laird in townWill he leave with a wife? Angus MacDonald has just arrived in London to reclaim his land when he rescues Lady Isabella Wood from a cattle stampede! Their instant attraction is undeniable, but Isabella must wed this Season and Angus isn&’t looking for a bride. His wild Hebridean home is a world away from London Society, so Isabella is completely out-of-bounds. Even if their connection is unlike anything he&’s felt before…From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.Lairds of the IslesBook 1: A Laird for the GovernessBook 2: A Laird in LondonBook 3: A Laird for the Highland Lady
A Laird without a Past (Secrets of Clan Cameron #1)
by Jeanine EnglertEscape to the Scottish isles with this rugged HighlanderHis past is forgotten…Can his mysterious healer unlock his future?When Royce wakes with no memories and suddenly blind, his situation seems dire. The only thing he remembers is being attacked by shadowy figures...but not the beautiful woman who came to his rescue. Now Iona MacKenzie&’s every touch drives Royce wild. But when news of a manhunt for him reaches them, Royce must uncover his past if he has any chance of saving himself—and the woman he&’s falling for…From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.Secrets of Clan CameronBook 1: A Laird without a Past
A Lakeside Reunion (Shores of Dora #1)
by C. ChiloveThis summer, escape to the Shores--a Southern lake town full of elegance and glamour in a story about family traditions, friendship, and a love that can&’t be denied--for readers of Sunny Hostin&’s Summer on Sag Harbor Chareese &“Reese&” Devlin spent every summer of her childhood in the lake town of Mount Dora, Florida, where her days were filled with fun in the sun. Reese never realized that the idyllic haven hid a deep divide between the town&’s haves and have-nots. Not until the summer she turned seventeen and fell for Duncan McNeal, a boy who lacked the pedigree so valued by her parents and their equally well-connected friends. After her family squashed the budding romance, Reese refused to return to the place she lost her heart. Now, ten years later, she&’s back to attend her sister&’s debutante ball and must come to terms with all she&’s missed. But the biggest surprise of all is that Duncan is now a successful real estate developer in Mount Dora—and time hasn&’t weakened the connection between them. Behind the multimillion-dollar homes of the Shores lay old grudges and secrets capable of collapsing any family legacy. As the summer progresses, Reese must fix the sins of the past by facing the lines between truth and deception, tradition and breaking free, and family expectations and self-discovery.
A Lancashire Lass: An uplifting and heart-warming historical saga (The Mill Town Lasses #2)
by Libby AshworthTHE SECOND NOVEL IN THE INSPIRATIONAL MILL TOWN LASSES SERIES. Perfect for fans of Val Wood and Catherine Cookson.______________________Lancashire, 1832Maids Hannah and Mary find themselves with no jobs and no home when their employer, Henry Sudell, loses all his money and disappears in the middle of the night. They have no choice but to return to Blackburn where Hannah is lucky to be taken in by her sister Jennet and brother-in-law, Titus, but Mary must seek lodgings in the infamous Star beer house.Mary tries to get her job back as a weaver, but the influx of workers from the countryside and no support for the working class means that jobs are scarce. With no other choice she remains at the beer house, forced to risk her reputation and even her life.In the middle of a cholera outbreak and political upheaval, can Mary ever find a way to recover all she's lost?______________________Praise for Libby Ashworth'An engrossing tale of hardship, struggles, love and family' Kitty Neale'Vividly drawn characters . . . gritty and heartfelt' Evie Grace'Brimming with drama, heartbreak, love, friendship and the powerful bonds of family' Lancashire Post______________________ **Pre-order the brand new heart-warming and uplifting novel in this saga series, A FAMILY SECRET**
A Land Called Deseret: Utah (The Americana Series #44)
by Janet DaileyA tale of romance, passion, and rebirth in the rugged deserts of Utah from a New York Times–bestselling author. LaRaine came to Hollywood in search of a rich husband and an easy life. But just as she got the chance to star in a movie, her wealthy fiancé cut her loose, ending her gold-digging career before it started. A few flops later, LaRaine&’s career is on its last legs, and she&’s looking for a safe haven. Instead, she&’ll find Deseret. In the wild expanse of the Utah desert, she meets a hard-bitten rancher during a location scout. He moves her in ways she didn&’t know were possible, and fills her with a love that will inspire her to remake herself as someone new. America&’s first lady of romance fiction, Janet Dailey&’s masterwork was her Americana series—fifty novels of passion, with each set in a different state. A Land Called Deseret is an unforgettable trip to Utah.
A Land So Wide: A Novel
by Erin A. CraigFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Thirteenth Child comes an irresistible blend of dark fairytale and romantic fantasy. • The town of Mistaken has a secret…and it&’s up to one woman to uncover the truth, confront her past, and save the man she loves. "Wonderous and haunting. Erin A. Craig strikes gold again." —Marisha Pessl, New York Times bestselling author of Night Film and Darkly "This book is an undeniable triumph. Beautiful and dark and unforgettable.&”—Shea Ernshaw, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A History of Wild PlacesLike everyone else in the settlement of Mistaken, Greer Mackenzie is trapped. Founded by an ambitious lumber merchant, the village is blessed with rich natural resources that have made its people prosperous—but at a cost. The same woods that have lined the townsfolks&’ pockets harbor dangerous beasts: wolves, bears, and the Bright-Eyeds—monsters beyond description who have rained utter destruction down on nearby settlements. But Mistaken&’s founders made a deal with the mysterious Benevolence: the Warding Stones that surround the town will keep the Bright-Eyeds out—and the town&’s citizens in. Anyone who spends a night within Mistaken&’s borders belongs to it forever.Greer, a mapmaker and eccentric dreamer, has always ached to explore the world outside, even though she knows she and her longtime love, Ellis Beaufort, will never see it. Until, on the day she and Ellis are meant to finally begin their lives together, Greer watches in horror as her beloved disappears beyond the Warding Stones, pursued by a monstrous creature. Determined to rescue Ellis, she figures out a way to defy Mistaken&’s curse and begins a trek through the cold and pitiless wilderness. But there, Greer is hunted, not only by the ruthless Bright-Eyeds but by the secret truths behind Mistaken&’s founding and her own origins.Playfully drawing from Scottish folklore, Erin A. Craig&’s adult debut is both a deeply atmospheric and profoundly romantic exploration of freedom versus security: a stunning celebration of one woman's relentless bravery on a quest to reclaim her lost love—and seize her own future.
A Land So Wide: A breathtaking, deliciously dark fairy tale from #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Erin A. Craig
by Erin A. CraigAlways be over the border by sunset.Listen to the pull of the Warding Stones.Leave out gratitudes each autumn for Reaping.Respect and fear the Bright-Eyeds.'Lovely, dark, and deep. I was beguiled by every word' AVA REID'A dark, atmospheric love story' HANNAH WHITTEN'Wonderous and haunting . . . Erin A. Craig strikes gold again' MARISHA PESSL'This book is an undeniable triumph. Beautiful and dark and unforgettable' SHEA ERNSHAW'Lush, enchanting storytelling . . . I was utterly enthralled from the first page to the last' ELIZABETH HELEN'All hail the queen of gothic fantasy!' MARA RUTHERFORD_________________________________There is one rule in the small and prosperous town of Mistaken - if you spend a night within its borders, you belong to it forever. The Warding Stones that surround Greer Mackenzie's town have stood for as long as she can remember, erected by the mysterious Benevolence to keep out the Bright Eyeds - unthinkable monsters that haunt the deep forest.But the barrier works both ways, and like everyone else in Mistaken, Greer is trapped.A mapmaker and eccentric dreamer, Greer has always ached to explore beyond the borders of the town. And when her beloved is cast out beyond the Warding Stones, she is the only one who will dare to try to rescue him. But as she treks through the cold and pitiless wilderness, it is not only the Bright Eyeds she has to fear.Set on a path to uncover the truth about the founding of Mistaken, and her own origins, Greer begins to uncover secrets hidden in the depths of the forest - secrets that don't want to be let out.Deeply atmospheric and profoundly romantic, A Land So Wide is a breathtaking and deliciously dark fairytale that rumbles with the threat of the unknown . . . ______________________________Readers are captivated by this alluring tale . . .'Captivating' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The Queen of writing atmospheric eerie prose has done it again' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Suspenseful and powerful' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Perfect for a rainy fall afternoon as the wind howls outside your windows' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Hauntingly beautiful' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Left me breathless and emotionally torn' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A Land So Wide: A breathtaking, deliciously dark fairy tale from #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Erin A. Craig
by Erin A. CraigAlways be over the border by sunset.Listen to the pull of the Warding Stones.Leave out gratitudes each autumn for Reaping.Respect and fear the Bright-Eyeds.'Lovely, dark, and deep. I was beguiled by every word' AVA REID'A dark, atmospheric love story' HANNAH WHITTEN'Wonderous and haunting . . . Erin A. Craig strikes gold again' MARISHA PESSL'This book is an undeniable triumph. Beautiful and dark and unforgettable' SHEA ERNSHAW'Lush, enchanting storytelling . . . I was utterly enthralled from the first page to the last' ELIZABETH HELEN'All hail the queen of gothic fantasy!' MARA RUTHERFORD_________________________________There is one rule in the small and prosperous town of Mistaken - if you spend a night within its borders, you belong to it forever. The Warding Stones that surround Greer Mackenzie's town have stood for as long as she can remember, erected by the mysterious Benevolence to keep out the Bright Eyeds - unthinkable monsters that haunt the deep forest.But the barrier works both ways, and like everyone else in Mistaken, Greer is trapped.A mapmaker and eccentric dreamer, Greer has always ached to explore beyond the borders of the town. And when her beloved is cast out beyond the Warding Stones, she is the only one who will dare to try to rescue him. But as she treks through the cold and pitiless wilderness, it is not only the Bright Eyeds she has to fear.Set on a path to uncover the truth about the founding of Mistaken, and her own origins, Greer begins to uncover secrets hidden in the depths of the forest - secrets that don't want to be let out.Deeply atmospheric and profoundly romantic, A Land So Wide is a breathtaking and deliciously dark fairytale that rumbles with the threat of the unknown . . . ______________________________Readers are captivated by this alluring tale . . .'Captivating' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'The Queen of writing atmospheric eerie prose has done it again' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Suspenseful and powerful' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Perfect for a rainy fall afternoon as the wind howls outside your windows' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Hauntingly beautiful' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Left me breathless and emotionally torn' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A Laramie, Texas Christmas
by Cathy Gillen ThackerAll Kevin McCabe wants for Christmas is to get closer to Noelle Kringle. A party planner from Houston, she and her young son are in Laramie to help out a friend. Kevin can't stop thinking about her, and he can tell the feeling is mutual. But as quickly as he's falling for her, Kevin can't help but think she's hiding something. All Noelle Kringle wants for Christmas is a distraction from the very sexy Deputy McCabe. She hasn't felt anything like this since the death of her husband several years ago. And she sees her son, Mikey, responding to him like a father figure. However, despite what her heart tells her, Noelle knows it can never go anywhere. She has secrets in her past that make it impossible for her to be with a lawman like Kevin. Then again, you can never underestimate the power of a Laramie, Texas Christmas. . . .
A Last Chance Christmas
by Vicki Lewis ThompsonA Christmas kiss from a cowboy... Ben Radcliffe reckons it'll be a cold day in hell before he considers a serious relationship or family of his own-with good reason. When he delivers a "secret" present to the Last Chance Ranch, however, Ben catches a glimpse of what family could be. And suddenly this lone cowboy finds himself under the mistletoe...planting one heck of a kiss on a stunning woman! Genealogist and academic Molly Gallagher is all about family. And even if Ben's secrets make him as skittish as a wild mustang, there's nothing Molly loves more than an enigma. Especially a ridiculously sexy one! But the magic of Christmas-and the Last Chance Ranch-might not be enough to wrangle a cowboy who can't trust himself...
A Last Dance in Liverpool
by Elizabeth MortonAll she wants is one last dance…Lily and Vincent have been dancing everything from the waltz to the foxtrot together since they were six-years-old. Now a teenager, Lily realises she has feelings for Vincent that she never knew were there. However, with Vincent off to war, Lily is evacuated to a mother and baby home with her younger siblings. It is there that she finds she has more in common with the fallen women than she once thought. But as the bombs begin to fall in Liverpool, will she ever see her sweetheart again?…A heart-warming saga for fans of Call The Midwife from the author of A Liverpool Girl.
A Last Goodbye: A Last Goodbye And No Honor Among Thieves (Ali Reynolds Series)
by J. A. JanceNew York Times bestselling author J.A. Jance brings her trademark breakneck pace to this fun and exciting e-novella, where fan favorite Ali Reynolds takes on double responsibilities as both sleuth and bride.Ali Reynolds is finally getting married to her longtime love B. Simpson. They wanted a simple Christmas Eve wedding, but nothing is ever simple with Ali. Even as a motley crew of her friends--Leland Brooks, Sister Anselm, and others--descend on Vegas, the bride-to-be finds herself juggling last-minute wedding plans and a mystery in the form of a stray miniature dachshund. Ali's grandson rescues the little dog, but Ali's not in the market for a new pet right before her honeymoon, and leaves no stone unturned in hunting for the dog's owner. But what she finds is more than just a shaggy dog story...Bella's elderly owner has vanished, and her son seems to be behind it. So it's Ali and B. to the rescue--and still making it to the church on time!
A Lasting Impression (Belmont Mansion #1)
by Tamera AlexanderTo create something that will last is Claire Laurent's most fervent desire as an artist. It's also her greatest weakness. When her fraud of a father deals her an unexpected hand, Claire is forced to flee from New Orleans to Nashville, only a year after the War Between the States has ended. Claire's path collides with that of Sutton Monroe, and she considers him a godsend for not turning her in to the authorities. But when they meet again and he refuses to come to her aid, she realizes she's sorely misjudged the man. Trading an unwanted destiny for an unknown future, Claire finds herself in the middle of Nashville's elite society and believes her dream of creating a lasting impression in the world of art may finally be within reach. <p><p> All that Sutton Monroe holds dear lies in ruin. He's determined to reclaim his heritage and to make the men who murdered his father pay. But what he discovers on his quest for vengeance reveals a truth that may cost him more than he ever imagined. <p> Set at Nashville's historical Belmont Mansion, a stunning antebellum manor built by Mrs. Adelicia Acklen, the richest woman in America in the 1860s, A Lasting Impression showcases the deep, poignant, unforgettable characters that set Tamera's stories apart and provides an inspiring love story that will capture readers' hearts and leave them eager for more.
A Lasting Promise
by Paula Detmer RiggsWHERE THE SPIRIT LIVES John Olvera had returned to New Mexico's Santa Ysabel Pueblo-a place he'd once tried to put behind him-determined to help his people preserve their ancient customs in a changing world. But to do that he needed help, help only his embittered ex-wife could give him. He needed her skilled hands and her healing spirit on the pueblo-and in his life. Aurora Davenport had lost something precious at Santa Ysabel. The thought of returning, even to found a business that would bring prosperity and hope, filled her with fear. But she had to face her demons-and John Olvera. Because even after all the years they'd spent apart, the memory of their shattered love still haunted her.
A Lasting Proposal
by C. J. CarmichaelHe made her an offer she couldn't refuse-but did she ever try!Jake Hartman's heli-skiing operation in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies has been hugely successful. But because of the major outlays he now wants to make, he needs a capital infusion. A bank loan is a nonissue-Jake's not keen on debt. But a silent partner would do the trick.Widowed Maureen Shannon, eldest of the Shannon sisters, has just moved back to the sleepy town of Canmore, hoping that slow-paced living will help mend her deteriorating relationship with her twelve-year-old daughter. Jake's proposal sounds good.But then Jake makes Maureen a second offer-a lasting proposal she's much more reluctant to accept....
A Lasting Vow
by Ellie ThomasSequel to A Christmas EngagementBy the spring of 1806 in rural England, Charles Denham's happiness should be complete. He has reconciled with his best friend and long-term lover Avery after a breach caused by Charles’ grief at the sudden death of his father, which left Charles shouldering family responsibilities.Avery has made allowances for Charles’ misguided actions, and their relationship is back on an even keel. But Charles can’t forgive himself for his past behaviour towards the man he loves so dearly. He feels that some grand gesture is required to assure Avery he will never take him for granted again. Yet the more Charles considers this, his good intentions become increasingly confused.Might Avery find a way to secure their future together?
A Latin Passion
by Kathryn RossPenny Kennedy will do anything to save her family home from the clutches of Lucas Darien — even if it means masquerading as his assistant! However, Penny didn't count on her desire for sexy Lucas — and it's not long before she finds herself between his sheets.But when her fiery Latin lover discovers Penny's true identity, will he take his revenge, or take her as his wife?
A Lawman for Christmas: A Lawman For Christmas Mail-order Christmas Baby Their Mistletoe Matchmakers A Child's Christmas Wish (Smoky Mountain Matches #12)
by Karen KirstA self-proclaimed spinster gets a holiday surprise—the gift of family—in this uplifting historical romance from the author of The Engagement Charade.Committed to her spinsterhood, Isabel Flores isn’t about to trust a man with her hard-won independence or her heart—especially not lawman Ben MacGregor. But when a little boy is abandoned on her property, the so-called “Debonair Deputy” of their small Tennessee town helps her care for the child. And Isabel begins to hope he might be more than just a handsome flirt.Ben is well aware of Isabel’s aversion to love and has his own secret reasons for avoiding relationships. But as he and Isabel do their best to make the holiday special for their young ward, Ben wonders if he could be a family man after all. Will this Christmas be the first of many for Isabel and Ben’s little instant family?
A Lawman for Christmas: Texas Rebels: Quincy Her Mistletoe Cowboy The Lawman's Christmas Proposal A Christmas Wedding For The Cowboy (Kate's Boys #5)
by Marie FerrarellaTo Kelsey Marlowe, policemen spell one thing—T-R-O-U-B-L-E. So she struggles to resist Officer Morgan Donnelly's charms even though he'd gallantly come to her mother's aid. But when her family insists on meeting the man who'd saved their beloved matriarch, she finds herself unbelievingly tempted to kiss him under the mistletoe. Talk about trouble…Becoming involved with the Marlowe clan is not what Morgan has in mind. He doesn't do entanglements—yet he can't help wanting to become entangled with Kelsey in more ways than one. He's never put much stock in holiday presents before, so why is she quickly moving to the top of his wish list?
A Lawman for Kelly
by Myrna TemteKELLY, GET YOUR GUN!Deputy U.S. Marshal Steve Anderson wasn't all that handsome, Kelly Jaynes told herself, but...all right, the man was so magnetic, he made her toes curl up in her boots. So what was a Montana cowgirl to do? He was a lawman, she was from a family of outlaws, and never the twain shall meet.... Except on Haystack ranch. The marshal had other ideas. He thought Kelly was perfect. But how to convince her? Gold and riches wouldn't do. Perhaps a promise of forever...and a home on the range would win an outlaw heart....THAT SPECIAL WOMAN! U.S. Marshal meets gal from the wrong side of the law. Result? That Special Woman Kelly Jaynes gets her lawman!
A Lawman's Christmas (McKettrick Series #14)
by Linda Lael MillerThe sudden death of the town marshal leaves Blue River, Texas, without a lawman...and twenty-five-year-old Dara Rose Nolan without a husband. As winter approaches and her meager seamstress income dwindles, she has three options. Yet she won't give up her two young daughters, refuses to join the fallen women of the Bitter Gulch Saloon and can't fathom condemning herself to another loveless marriage. Unfortunately she must decide-soon-because there's a new marshal in town, and she's living under his roof.With the heart of a cowboy, Clay McKettrick plans to start a ranch and finally settle down. He isn't interested in uprooting Dara Rose and her children, but he is interested in giving her protection, friendship-and passion. And when they say "I do" to a marriage of convenience, the temporary lawman's Christmas wish is to make Dara Rose his permanent wife....
A Lawman's Christmas: A Lawman's Christmas An Outlaw's Christmas (McKettricks of Texas #14)
by Linda Lael MillerLove will give her hope in the darkest of times… Don’t miss this reader favorite McKettrick tale from #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller.The sudden death of the town marshal leaves Blue River, Texas, without a lawman…and twenty-five-year-old Dara Rose Nolan without a husband. As winter approaches and her meager seamstress income dwindles, she has limited options, none of them appealing. Unfortunately she must decide—soon—because there’s a new marshal in town, and she’s living under his roof.With the heart of a cowboy, Clay McKettrick plans to start a ranch and finally settle down. He isn’t interested in uprooting Dara Rose and her children, but he is interested in giving her protection, friendship—and passion. And when they say “I do” to a marriage of convenience, the temporary lawman’s Christmas wish is to make Dara Rose his permanent wife…. Originally published in 2011
A Lawman's Christmas: A McKettricks of Texas Novel
by Linda Lael MillerThe sudden death of the town marshal leaves Blue River, Texas, without a lawman...and twenty-five-year-old Dara Rose Nolan without a husband. As winter approaches and her meager seamstress income dwindles, she has three options. Yet she won't give up her two young daughters, refuses to join the fallen women of the Bitter Gulch Saloon and can't fathom condemning herself to another loveless marriage. Unfortunately she must decide-soon-because there's a new marshal in town, and she's living under his roof.With the heart of a cowboy, Clay McKettrick plans to start a ranch and finally settle down. He isn't interested in uprooting Dara Rose and her children, but he is interested in giving her protection, friendship-and passion. And when they say "I do" to a marriage of convenience, the temporary lawman's Christmas wish is to make Dara Rose his permanent wife....