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Small-Town Family
by Margaret WatsonHe wants the truth...Journalist and single dad Dylan Smith is on assignment-looking for the father he has never known. He finds himself in Sturgeon Falls with barely any information, and there's only one person who seems able to help him....But she won't tell himAfter a lousy marriage that punctured her self-confidence, charter captain Charlotte Burns isn't prepared for Dylan's charm. She finds herself wanting to help Dylan uncover his elusive past...until one night of passion gives her an unexpected lead. Now helping Dylan-and falling for him-could destroy the one man Charlotte loves more than any other....
Small-Town Fireman (Gordon Falls #6)
by Allie PleiterThe Catch of a Lifetime Karla Kennedy doesn't belong in Gordon Falls. The aspiring restaurateur has far loftier goals than running her grandfather's quaint coffee shop. The only person who seems to relate is handsome volunteer firefighter Dylan McDonald. Dylan understands dreams-he risked everything to start his fishing charter business. Now he needs Karla's help to make it succeed. As they work together, Karla and Dylan quickly discover that while their timing may be bad, their chemistry is undeniable. Karla always thought of Gordon Falls as a layover on her way to a big-city career, but could it be where her heart truly belongs? Gordon Falls: Hearts ablaze in a small town
Small-Town Girl (Goose Harbor #4)
by Jessica Keller“Highly recommended for fans of inspirational and sweet romance, this is a story that offers many sigh-worthy moments.” —Serena Chase, USA Today, Happy Ever AfterGoose Harbor, Michigan, is the perfect place for Kendall Mayes to start over and open her date-planning business. When she encounters handsome loner Brice Daniels, who is struggling to keep the shipping business he runs going, she sees an opportunity. A weekly sunset cruise catering to couples and tourists will keep their dealings strictly business. Kendall has had enough of failed romances, and Brice is too burned by love to give it another chance. But despite their reservations, they soon let down their walls. Yet when Kendall’s silent business partner is revealed to be Brice’s longtime enemy, staying together might be next to impossible.“The characters demonstrate that while loving someone can lead to pain, it does not mean that love should be avoided altogether. The expressive narrative creates an ending which does not disappoint.” —Romantic Times (4 Stars)
Small-Town Homecoming
by Lissa ManleyA Home to Cherish Ten years ago, Curt Graham left his hometown in disgrace. Now Curt returns to Moonlight Cove for a fresh start and to reestablish family ties. The pretty owner of the inn where he's staying is exactly the kind of woman he needs. But Jenna Flaherty is waiting for the perfect man. Curt knows he'll never be that. When the little boy Jenna babysits needs Curt's help, he's surprised to discover he's a good father figure-and that he harbors a wish to have a home of his own. Now if only he could convince Jenna he'd make her a wonderful husband. Moonlight Cove: A beachside town where love and faith blossom.
Small-Town Midwife
by Jean C. GordonUnexpected Arrival Autumn Hazard loves being a midwife. But a tragic loss has her doubting the path she's chosen. And her new boss isn't helping. She's worked with Dr. Jonathan Hanlon before, and he's just as handsome and seemingly perfect as ever. His presence could mean trouble for the clinic-and her sensible heart. Jon remembers Autumn, too. She's still beautiful, smart and oblivious to him. Maybe that's for the best-he's leaving the small town as soon as his training's done. Besides, he has secrets of his own, and he can't risk Autumn getting close enough to uncover them. Yet despite all their reservations, working beside each other doesn't feel like work at all...it feels like home.
Small-Town Moms: A Dry Creek Family / A Mother for Mule Hollow
by Janet Tronstad Debra CloptonA Dry Creek Family by Janet Tronstad: Maegan Shay is on a mission-to meet her long-lost niece, Lilly, in Dry Creek, Montana. When Maegan discovers she and Lilly share a special trait, the two grow close. Now the girl's handsome guardian, Clint Parker, fears he can't be what Lilly needs. Unless Maegan can show him what faith and family are all about.A Mother for Mule Hollow by Debra Clopton: Widowed mother Olivia Dancer arrives in Mule Hollow, Texas, to check on her nephew-and his single father. But gorgeous rancher Gabe McKennon isn't exactly welcoming, for reasons that break and touch Olivia's heart. Until they're both won over by the town matchmakers and a little boy who just wants a mama.
Small-Town Nanny: The Amish Midwife's Courtship The Cowboy Meets His Match Small-town Nanny (Rescue River #3)
by Lee Tobin McClainFrom a New York Times–bestselling author, an inspirational romance about a widower who gets a second chance at love with his child’s unconventional nanny.Susan Hayashi is everything Sam Hinton is not looking for. She’s energetic, outspoken and spontaneous—the exact opposite of what he would want in a wife. Yet the wealthy widower can’t deny that the young teacher is great with his daughter, Mindy. In desperate need of a summer nanny, the small-town CEO hires Susan. After all, it’s only temporary. But Susan and her unconventional approach soon work their way into his and Mindy’s lives. His head says she’s all wrong for them, but a part of him believes that this quirky caretaker for his child might really be his Mrs. Absolutely Right . . .“Lee Tobin McClain’s books make my heart sing.” —Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times–bestselling author“Lee Tobin McClain dazzles with unforgettable characters, fabulous small-town settings and a big dose of heart. Her complex and satisfying stories never disappoint.” —Susan Mallery, #1 New York Times–bestselling author
Small-Town Redemption
by Beth AndrewsTalk about a change of plans! E.R. nurse Charlotte Ellison has her life mapped out, including a happily-ever-after with the perfect man. Sure, that disastrous night with sexy badass Kane Bartasavich wasn't in the plan. He's the opposite of perfect, and forever isn't in his vocabulary. What was she thinking? Still, she simply has to stay away from him and everything will be on track. But avoidance is impossible when Kane lands in her E.R. All of Charlotte's protective instincts come out when she sees him in pain. She knows firsthand getting involved with him is a bad deal. But this attraction might be too deep to ignore.
Small-Town Romance Collection
by Debbie Macomber Sheila RobertsLet #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber and national bestselling author Sheila Roberts bring you two heartwarming small-town romances! See how a little yarn store and a local chocolate company can each bring a community together. Two Special Shops. Two Special Stories... THE SHOP ON BLOSSOM STREET There's a little yarn store in Seattle called A Good Yarn. It's owned by Lydia Hoffman, and it represents her dream of a new beginning, a life free from cancer. A life that offers a chance at love... Lydia teaches knitting to beginners, and the first class is How to Make a Baby Blanket. Three women join. Jacqueline, Carol, Alix and, of course, Lydia are brought together by the age-old craft of knitting. They make unexpected discoveries--about themselves and each other. Discoveries that lead to friendship and acceptance, to laughter and dreams. Discoveries only women can share... SWEET DREAMS ON CENTER STREET Sweet Dreams Chocolate Company has been in the Sterling family for generations, ever since Great-Grandma Rose literally dreamed up her first fabulous recipe. But now it looks as if they're about to lose Sweet Dreams to the bank. Can Samantha, the oldest daughter and new head of the company, come up with a way to save it? Events seem to be conspiring against Samantha, and her mother's attempts to help aren't helping. To make matters worse, the fate of her company is in the hands of her archenemy, Blake Preston, the bank manager with the football-hero good looks. It's enough to drive her to chocolate. But Blake's also enough to convince her that--believe it or not--there's something even better than chocolate. Previously published as BETTER THAN CHOCOLATE.
Small-Town Romance Collection: What We Find\Serenity Harbor\Secrets of the Lost Summer\Sweet Dreams on Center Street (Sullivan's Crossing #1)
by Robyn Carr Carla Neggers Sheila Roberts RaeAnne ThayneFour New York Times bestselling authors bring the best of their beloved small town romance series in this new Small-Town Romance Collection! What We Find by Robyn CarrUnder extreme pressure, neurosurgeon Maggie Sullivan knows she needs to slow down before she burns out completely, and the best place she can do that is Sullivan’s Crossing. But Maggie’s world is rocked and she must now take responsibility for the land that’s been in her family for generations. When a quiet and serious-looking hiker, Cal Jones, offers to lend a hand, Maggie is suspicious of his motives—until she finds out the true reason for his deliberate isolation. The time Cal and Maggie spend together gives Maggie hope for something brighter just on the horizon…if only they can learn to find peace and healing—and perhaps love—with each other.Serenity Harbor by RaeAnne ThayneComputer-tech millionaire Bowie Callahan is about the last person that schoolteacher Katrina Bailey wants to work for. As far as she can see, he’s not up to the task of caring for his young half brother, Milo. But Kat is, especially if it brings her closer to her own goal of adopting. Bo never imagined he’d be tasked with caring for a sibling he didn’t know existed. Then again, he never pictured himself impulsively kissing vibrant, compassionate Katrina in the moonlight. Now he’s ready to make her dream of family come true…and hoping there’s room in it for him, too…Secrets of the Lost Summer by Carla NeggersA wave of hope carries Olivia Frost back to her small New England hometown nestled in the beautiful Swift River Valley. She’s transforming a historic home into an idyllic getaway—picturesque and perfect, if only the absentee owner will fix up the eyesore next door… Dylan McCaffrey’s ramshackle house is an inheritance he never counted on. It also holds the key to a generations-old lost treasure he can’t resist any more than he can resist his new neighbor. Against this breathtaking landscape, Dylan and Olivia pursue long-buried secrets and discover a mystery wrapped in a love story…past and present.Sweet Dreams on Center Street by Sheila RobertsSweet Dreams Chocolate Company has been in the Sterling family for generations, but now it looks as if they’re about to lose it to the bank. That would be a disaster, for the family and for the town of Icicle Falls, Washington. Can Samantha, the eldest daughter and new head of the company, come up with a way to save it? Unfortunately, the fate of Sweet Dreams is in the hands of her archenemy, Blake Preston, the bank manager with the football-hero good looks. It’s enough to drive her to chocolate. But Blake’s also enough to convince her that (believe it or not) there’s something even better than chocolate!Previously published as Better than Chocolate
Small-Town Secrets
by Debra WebbChicago, Case Report #1Mission: Close a 16-year-old cold case: three teenage girls slain in a small Midwest town. Client: Dana Hall, twin sister of one of the victims. Troubled, amnesiac, alienated from family, suffering from horrific nightmares about the killer's identity. Investigator: William "Spence" Spencer. Thirty-six. Bachelor. Top-notch skills, on the job 24/7. Shows exceptional sensitivity to client's needs. Comments: Significant danger. Escalating threats against Dana's presence in town. Spence believes Dana is hiding something relevant to investigation. Possibility he may be hiding something himself. Has his strong, naturally protective nature compromised his professionalism? There's always a first time.
Small-Town Secrets
by Linda Randall WisdomThe sleepy little town in the California desert was supposed to be a sanctuary for Detective Bree Fitzpatrick-a place of refuge from the big-city crime that had left her a widow with three children to raise.But something was wrong, terribly wrong, in Warm Springs. Nothing could have prepared even a hardened police officer like her for the dark mystery of this place-a mystery that had cost far too many people their lives. And nothing could have prepared her for Cole Becker, the devastingly handsome newspaper reporter who was determined to help her uncover the truth-and show a grieving woman that she could have a second chance at love....
Small-Town Secrets
by Margaret WatsonGabe Townsend has a lot of nerve to show up after seven years and book in to "her" B and B. It hadn't been easy for Kendall Van Allen to move on after her husband was killed. But she'd persevered, picking up the pieces, running a successful business and raising two girls on her own. She's put aside the guilt over her part in Carter's death. But she'll never forgive herself. . . or Gabe. And Gabe hasn't even told her the whole truth. But the more he's around Kendall and the children, the more he grows to love them and want what's best for them. Can he really tell them the truth?
Small-Town Secrets
by Pamela TracyOne particular secret could tear them apart... Yolanda Sanchez had never been a "follow your bliss" type of girl, always preferring to make practical choices. But since her mom's will stipulated that she had to fulfill a dream with her inheritance, here she was, opening a used book store. With consummate dreamer Adam Snapp, an artist and childhood friend, as her handyman. So much for her comfort zone. But she needs help, and Adam needs the work. It's strictly business...until they discover a mysterious book about Scorpion Ridge history. One that reveals not just secrets of their families' pasts, but how deeply intertwined their futures really are.
Small-Town Sweethearts
by Jean C. GordonSummoned as temporary guardian for her teenage niece, Emily Hazard returns to Paradox Lake. On one condition-she won't let herself think about staying. Emily always felt like a misfit in her tiny hometown.But she doesn't count on falling for handsome Drew Stacey, a former Wall Streeter who's getting the town church camp ready. Though he surprises Emily with his handiness with tools, understanding of teenagers and his steady faith, she'll soon head back to New York. Unless her small-town sweetheart asks her to stay forever.
Smarrito lungo la strada (Il curioso ricettario di Nonna B #3)
by Marie Sexton Gandini NatasciaUn libro della serie Il curioso ricettario di Nonna BTre mesi dopo aver perso i genitori in un incidente d’auto, il meteorologo di Denver Daniel Whitaker fa ritorno a Laramie, Wyoming. È già abbastanza dura dover gestire un lutto e una relazione di quasi quindici anni ormai al capolinea, e quando trova la sua casa d’infanzia piena di cianfrusaglie, Daniel si trova ancora più in difficoltà. Per sistemare il disordine, chiede l’aiuto di Landon, l’attraente vicino dei suoi genitori. Landon Kushner è una miniera di contraddizioni. Costruisce sculture eoliche servendosi di rottami metallici e ama stare all’aria aperta, ma guida anche una Vespa verde menta e ha un’affinità per il lavoro a maglia e la chiaroveggenza. È stato amico dei genitori di Daniel per anni, ed è più che disposto a dare una mano. Il loro piano è semplice: sistemare la casa affinché Daniel possa metterla in vendita e tornare alla sua vita a Denver. Ma quando Landon entra in possesso di uno strano ricettario, Daniel inizia a rendersi conto che l’universo, e Nonna B, potrebbero avere altri piani.
Smart And Sexy: A fun, feel-good romance on the run! (Sky High Air)
by Jill ShalvisWhen you're on the run, a SMART AND SEXY pilot makes the perfect companion... A classic Jill Shalvis fun and sexy romance!If you love Holly Martin, Jill Mansell and Debbie Macomber, you'll LOVE Jill Shalvis and her irresistible trademark gift for humour, warmth and romance!'Perfect, feel-good fiction' Sarah Morgan on The Lemon SistersJill's books are guaranteed to make you smile:'You can't go wrong with a Jill Shalvis book' 5* reader review'A heartwarming read with all the feels' 5* reader review'Another winner... I cannot wait for more' 5* reader review'A riveting and comforting romance' 5* reader reviewFlying solo is way overrated...Noah Fisher has worked for months to make Sky High the most prestigious charter airline in California. He's long overdue for a break - something involving ski slopes, cold beers, and hot ski bunny babes. The itinerary doesn't include being hijacked by Bailey Sinclair, gorgeous widow of one of Sky High's wealthiest (ex-) clients. But here they are, and being crammed in a cockpit with the scared, stubborn, unbelievably sexy former model could get Noah in serious trouble...Want more warm, funny romance? Check out all of Jill's feel-good series!- Wildstone- Heartbreaker Bay- Cedar Ridge- Lucky Harbor- Animal Magnetism- Sky High Air- Wilderas well as her standalones Aussie Rules and Get a Clue!
Smart Girls Get What They Want
by Sarah StrohmeyerGigi, Bea, and Neerja are best friends and total overachievers. Even if they aren't the most popular girls in school, they aren't too worried. They know their real lives will begin once they get to their Ivy League colleges. There will be ivy, and there will be cute guys in the libraries (hopefully with English accents)! But when an unexpected event shows them they're missing out on the full high school experience, it's time to come out of the honors lounge and into the spotlight. They make a pact: They will each take on their greatest challenge-and they will totally rock it. Gigi decides to run for student rep, but she'll have to get over her fear of public speaking-and go head-to-head with gorgeous California Will. Bea used to be one of the best skiers around, until she was derailed. It could be time for her to take the plunge again. And Neerja loves the drama club but has always stayed behind the scenes-until now. These friends are determined to show the world that smart girls really can get what they want-but that could mean getting way more attention than they ever bargained for. . . .
Smart Girls Think Twice
by Cathie LinzSociologist Emma Riley's new research project depends on a sexy bartender who wants nothing to do with her project--and certainly nothing to do with Emma. Too bad she's way too smart to ever take no for an answer.
Smart Mouth
by Erin Mccarthy"I'll leave as soon as you give me what I want." In another time and place, that might have a nice ring to it. But standing in a Chicago hotel room with a cub reporter as obstinate as she is hot, FBI agent Derek Knight knows he has to play it charming. Something like, "By holding on to that evidence, you're interfering with FBI business, ma'am, and by the way, those long, gorgeous legs of yours would look awfully good wrapped around my. . ." Sure, losing all sense of professionalism may not help his career, but the off-duty perks would be sensational. . . "Yeah, right, you're an FBI agent. And I can bake a cake from scratch." Reese Hampton is not giving up the envelope she found in her rental car--the one with the story that could take her from journalistic Siberia straight to the front page. She'll just have to outsmart the certifiably insane Fed with the movie-star good looks. Dodge and weave. Distract and bed. No! Bad hormones, bad! Still, spending time with that unbelievably broad chest up close and personal might just add, um, depth to her story. If only she can let her robe down while keeping her guard up. . .
Smart Relationships: How Successful Women Can Find True Love
by Ed.D. LeslieBeth WishAre you a woman who has made great advances in your career but not in your romantic relationships? Do you flip between the same types of men, never finding lasting love?<P><P> Do you worry you can't trust your judgment in men, fear you won't recover from breakups or feel that you're "done" with men? As a professional woman, it can be confusing and frustrating to be smart about success but not about love.Smart Relationships gives women who have broken through the glass ceiling but not the love ceiling pragmatic tools and proven strategies to find satisfaction in romance. Dr. LeslieBeth Wish, a psychologist and licensed social worker with over thirty-five years of experience, teaches women the structure of intimate relationships and how to break free of their past negative relationship cycles. She reveals her proactive Brave and Best Self approach that gives women tools to examine their own behavior, identify how it affects their relationships and make changes necessary to create a happy, fulfilling, lasting relationship.Women must recognize that relationships are challenges and that they must go beyond their emotional comfort zones to find and nurture healthy and happy relationships.
Smart and Sexy (Sky High Air #1)
by Jill ShalvisFLYING SOLO IS WAY OVERRATED. Noah Fisher has worked for months to make Sky High the most prestigious charter airline in California. He's long overdue for a break--something involving ski slopes, cold beers, and hot ski bunny babes. The itinerary doesn't include being hijacked by Bailey Sinclair, gorgeous widow of one of Sky High's wealthiest (ex-) clients. But here they are, and being crammed in a cockpit with the scared, stubborn, unbelievably sexy former model could get Noah in serious trouble...
Smash & Grab
by Amy Christine ParkerOcean's Eleven meets the star-crossed lovers of West Side Story. Grab some popcorn and get ready for an adrenaline-filled heist! LEXI is a rich girl who loves a good rush. Whether it's motorcycle racing or BASE jumping off a building in downtown Los Angeles, the only times she feels alive are when she and her friends are executing one of their dares. After her father's arrest, Lexi doesn't think twice about going undercover at his bank to steal the evidence that might clear his name. She enlists her hacker brother and her daredevil friends to plan a clever heist. CHRISTIAN is a boy from the wrong side of the tracks. The local gang has blackmailed him and his friends into robbing banks, and he is desperate for a way out. When the boss promises that one really big job will be the last he ever has to do, Christian jumps at the chance for freedom. In fact, he's just met a girl at the bank who might even prove useful. . . . Two heists. One score. The only thing standing in their way is each other. Told in alternating points of view, this caper is full of romance and fast-paced fun. Hand to fans of Perfect Chemistry, The Conspiracy of Us, and Heist Society.
Smiling Phoenix Overwhelms the World: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Xiao Yun"The pampered princess became his lowest concubine!" You killed my wife! You owe me this! " The man sneered, shaming her like a crazed demon … In order to avenge his wife, he actually killed her royal brother and destroyed her country. And now, he still wanted her love?! What a joke! "Hahaha …" The woman laughed heartily while tears streamed down her face. "My dear concubine, you've already fallen in love with me, haven't you?" The man smiled complacently. Love? Do you mean this? " The woman stabbed the dagger towards her chest, while blood flowed out from the man's body …
Smiling Phoenix Overwhelms the World: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Xiao Yun"The pampered princess became his lowest concubine!" You killed my wife! You owe me this! " The man sneered, shaming her like a crazed demon … In order to avenge his wife, he actually killed her royal brother and destroyed her country. And now, he still wanted her love?! What a joke! "Hahaha …" The woman laughed heartily while tears streamed down her face. "My dear concubine, you've already fallen in love with me, haven't you?" The man smiled complacently. Love? Do you mean this? " The woman stabbed the dagger towards her chest, while blood flowed out from the man's body …