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Sudden Makes War
by Oliver StrangeWhen he rode into Sandy Bend, there was a range war in the making. So he signed on with the Circle Dot outfit and started to poke around where others had been afraid to go. He called himself James Green, but wherever men talked low over a game of monte or a bottle of whiskey, he was referred to as Sudden!
Sudden Rides Again
by Oliver StrangeIt was a dusty town in the Arizona badlands, and the scum of the border who lived there feared nothing: God, law, nor man. Governor Bleke wanted the place disinfected. It stank, he said, to high heaven. It took a particular land of man to go in there alone; a man as mercilessly fast with his guns as any lone rider on the owlhoot trail. Bleke knew of only one man who could do the job: Sudden!
Sudden Setup: Dropping The Hammer (the Kavanaughs, Book 4) / Sudden Setup (crisis: Cattle Barge, Book 1) (Crisis: Cattle Barge Ser. #1)
by Barb HanSomeone desperately wants her dead.A stranger is her only hope.Alone and on the run for the past two years, Holden Crawford knows helping Ella Butler will only bring him trouble. But not rescuing one of Cattle Barge’s wealthiest daughters isn’t an option and now he’ll risk everything to protect her. Once her would-be killers are caught and Holden knows Ella is safe, will revealing his darkest secrets bring them closer…or force her out of his life forever?
Suddenly a Father
by Melissa Senate Laura Marie AltomA very special delivery! For the Twins' Sake by Melissa Senate Noah Dawson is willing enough to believe the adorable newborn left on his doorstep is his child. And then his ex, Sara Mayhew, turns up, claiming the baby is hers—a twin to her infant son—and Noah realizes he&’s not the father. Even so, the cowboy has already swapped his spurs for a baby carrier. But despite their still-powerful attraction, Sara isn&’t ready to trust the &“new&” Noah… Temporary Dad by Laura Marie Altom Fireman Jed Hale is used to being in control. But babysitting his sister&’s infant triplets is making him feel utterly helpless. To get them back to their mom, he&’ll have to make the eight-hundred-mile trip to the family cabin. Thank goodness beautiful new neighbor Annie Harnesberry offers a helping hand. Jed has never needed anyone, but he's starting to think that needing Annie wouldn't be so bad… Previously published as For the Twins' Sake and Temporary Dad
Suddenly a Frontier Father
by Lyn CoteHis Ready-Made FamilyMason Chandler is home to meet his mail-order bride—six months too late! Little wonder Emma Jones wants to honor his letter releasing her from their agreement, especially when Mason has returned from his father’s deathbed with two adopted girls in tow. And the dark secret he’s hiding makes the homesteader feel unworthy to woo anyone. As the new schoolteacher in Pepin, Wisconsin, Emma can support herself without a husband. Yet she’s touched by Mason’s kindness to his half sister and her orphaned companion. Taking the little girls under her wing comes naturally to Emma—and they dearly want her for their mama. Can Mason break free of his past to fight for their surprise family?
Sullivan's Promise: A Bitter Creek Novel (Bitter Creek #17)
by Joan JohnstonTwo unforgiving lovers reunite for the sake of their child in this fiery contemporary romance from the New York Times bestselling author of Surrender. Facing the unexpected consequences of a life-altering night of passion with a cowboy she met in a Jackson Hole bar, and with her life committed to protecting endangered species, Victoria Grayhawk does what she believes is the right thing. She hunts down the cowboy, seeking his agreement that their baby should be adopted by a loving family. Montana rancher Ryan Sullivan has no intention of giving away his own flesh and blood, and takes their son to raise himself. When Vick realizes what a horrible mistake she’s made, and wants back into their child’s life, Rye remains inflexible—because once trust is lost there are no second chances—until an attack by one of the grizzlies Vick has spent her life protecting changes everything and Rye learns that sometimes love can heal all wounds. “A riveting story of love, passion, and forgiveness.”—Fresh FictionThe passionate Westerns in Joan Johnston’s Bitter Creek series can be enjoyed together or separately, in any order:TEXAS BRIDE • WYOMING BRIDE • MONTANA BRIDE • SINFUL • SHAMELESS • BLACKTHORNE’S BRIDE • SULLIVAN’S PROMISE
Summer at Shore Leave Cafe (A Shore Leave Cafe Romance #1)
by Abbie Williams"Abbie Williams is an author who excels at the romance genre. Her Shore Leave Cafe Romance series is a showcase for her ability to weave a contemporary tapestry, complete with rich characters, vivid settings and seductive moods."—Dean Mayes, Author of: The Hambledown Dream, Gifts of the Peramangk, The Recipient, The Artisan HeartJoelle Gordon is leaving Chicago and her cheating husband to head for her hometown of Landon, Minnesota. There, she returns to the Shore Leave Cafe, the lakeside diner the Davis women have run for decades. Joelle's family, including her three teenaged daughters, Camille, Tish, and Ruthann, is made up of strong women who have long believed in a curse upon them - a curse that robs them of the men they love.This summer has plenty in store for Joelle. Finding herself confronted with the reality of single motherhood, the last thing she expects is gorgeous, passionate Blythe Tilson, a summer employee at Shore Leave, with an uncertain past. Can Joelle resist the temptation of a younger man, and does she dare to consider loving someone again, or will the Davis family curse prove all too true?A story about heartbreak, blame, family, destiny, and the difficulties of returning home, Summer at the Shore Leave Cafe is the first book in A Shore Leave Cafe Romance series.A Shore Leave Cafe Romance series:1. Summer at the Shore Leave Cafe2. Second Chances3. A Notion of Love4. Winter at the White Oaks Lodge5. Wild Flower6. The First Law of Love7. Until Tomorrow8. The Way Back9. Return to YesterdayThe story continues in her most recent novel, A Place to Belong.Also from Abbie Williams, The Dove Saga1. Heart of a Dove2. Soul of a Crow3. Grace of a Hawk
Summer at Stallion Ridge
by Delores Fossen"Clear off space on your keeper shelf, Fossen has arrived."—Lori Wilde, New York Times bestselling authorCan two old friends rekindle the spark that brought them together when their pasts are littered with land mines?The chance to be near his young son is the only thing that could entice former SWAT commander Matt Corbin back to his hometown. Matt has only a few happy memories of his tough childhood in Last Ride, Texas, and most of them involve Emory Parkman. Once his teenage crush, she&’s now living in a cottage on his late grandfather&’s ranch, which seems like a good omen…until Matt learns Emory is looking into his family&’s history, a subject he&’d prefer remained closed.Emory&’s wedding-gown designs are said to bring luck—to everyone but her. Though twice bitten by romance that went sour, she&’s tempted to take a chance on the rancher next door. Emory and Matt&’s long-ago attempts at love never got a fair chance, but all these years later, their attraction is stronger than ever. Maybe by unearthing some of his ancestors&’ long-buried secrets, she can help him finally cast off the past&’s shadows and prove to Matt that the third time&’s the charm.A Last Ride, Texas NovelBook 1: Spring at Saddle RunBook 2: Christmas at Colts CreekBook 3: Summer at Stallion Ridge Book 4: Mornings at Rivers End Ranch
Summer Cowboy
by R. W. ClingerProfessional book critic Parker Rexx leads a mundane life in Pittsburgh. The only excitement he really has these days is his faltering relationship with boyfriend Kasey Lowman. Lately Kasey hasn't been paying attention to Parker, beginning the end of their romance.Summer days are looking up for Parker ever since sexy cattle rancher Jobe Rider arrives. He’s staying through the end of August as he cares for his aged grandfather. Suddenly Parker’s life becomes very interesting.Truth is, Parker can't stop watching the summer cowboy. As his relationship with Kasey crumbles, a fresh one flourishes with Jobe. Soon the two become heated lovers. Unfortunately, August is coming to a quick end. Will Parker be able to keep Jobe, or will he be forced to give up his summer cowboy?
Summer Lightning
by Tamara McKinleyIf you love Lesley Pearse, you're sure to fall for Tamara McKinley.Miriam Strong has been looking forward to her family arriving at Bellbird Station to celebrate her seventy-fifth birthday, and she can't imagine how anything could go wrong. But then questions are raised about a stolen inheritance, and everyone is surprised to discover that Miriam has hidden the existence of a dangerous personal enemy. Miriam's granddaughters are drawn into the conflict, and a hero emerges in the person of Jake Connor, a high-minded lawyer determined to discover the truth. Summer Lightning is a feel-good family epic with a dark heart.
Summer Lightning
by Tamara MckinleyIf you love Lesley Pearse, you're sure to fall for Tamara McKinley.Miriam Strong has been looking forward to her family arriving at Bellbird Station to celebrate her seventy-fifth birthday, and she can't imagine how anything could go wrong. But then questions are raised about a stolen inheritance, and everyone is surprised to discover that Miriam has hidden the existence of a dangerous personal enemy. Miriam's granddaughters are drawn into the conflict, and a hero emerges in the person of Jake Connor, a high-minded lawyer determined to discover the truth. Summer Lightning is a feel-good family epic with a dark heart.
Summer Nights with a Cowboy: A Kittredge Ranch Novel (Kittredge Ranch #3)
by Caitlin CrewsUSA Today bestselling author Caitlin Crews returns with Summer Nights with a Cowboy, another emotional romance in her stunning cowboy series Kittredge Ranch….He doesn’t believe in love…Traveling nurse Janie Atwood has come to Cold River to uncover old family secrets and maybe, if she’s lucky, find a new home. That the gorgeous, glowering sheriff next door thinks her caring for his elderly neighbor is a nefarious scheme is a bonus. Having never been anything but a good girl, Janie finds Zack Kittredge’s simmering suspicion an excellent reason to try being a little dangerous instead…She doesn’t believe in squandering it…Sheriff Zack Kittredge is okay with being… intense. He takes his loner status as seriously as he takes his responsibilities to protect Cold River. And he thinks cheerful Janie might be a threat to the town. But the more he gets to know her, the more he faces the truth—she’s brighter than sunshine and he’s like a moth to her flame. When Janie suggests he could use a few charm school lessons, he surprises them both by accepting. He doesn’t need help. But it’s clear he might need her…Because the only thing hotter than the summer sun in the Rockies is the forbidden passion that burns between them…“This steamy tale proves opposites attract.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) on All Night Long with a Cowboy
Summer of the Star: A Western Story
by Johnny D. Boggs Traber BurnsRecalling his early life as a young cowboy, sixty-two-year-old Madison Carter remembers his first love: her name was Estrella O'Sullivan, and he met her the summer he turned sixteen back in 1873.The summer of 1873 marked Madison's last drive up what is now called the Chisholm Trail. It was the first time he tasted oysters and the only time he pinned on a badge. It was the summer of longhorns, miserable heat, friendship and betrayal, and murder. In the end it was the summer the whole world came crumbling down on the United States, and Madison's world crashed too.The summer of 1873 was the year Madison watched a bunch of men die. One of them was a man he killed, an encounter one never forgets.
Summer Rose
by Bonnie K. WinnAn emotional western romance from an author who “has a great talent, producing deeply moving stories” (Rendezvous). The first time Shane Lance saw the dark-haired beauty, in the middle of the dusty Texas plain, she aimed a derringer at him. It didn’t take long for him to discover that she was none other than Cassandra Dalton, newly arrived from Boston to take over her late uncle’s vast sheep ranch—a piece of land he wants for himself . . . He never imagined he could want her as much as he wants her inheritance. But as he offers her his help—and she resists trusting his intentions—the heated blaze of longing begins to consume them both. Now Shane must decide which he’ll try to claim first—her land, or her heart.
A Summer To Claim Her Cowboy
by Maisey YatesHe&’s the only cowboy she&’s ever wanted—could this be the summer to win his heart? Frankie Davis has been in love with Walker Cole for years. She supported him through the loss of his wife, and cared for his two sons as if they are her own. Knowing he only sees her as a friend is slowly killing her. But when she finds herself unexpectedly homeless for the summer, Walker is the only person she can turn to… Walker has fought hard to keep his attraction for Frankie under wraps. She&’s young and full of optimism—everything Walker isn&’t. She deserves so much more than a single dad cowboy with a forever-damaged heart. But having her living with him for the summer is pure, sensual torture! And when Frankie drops her own bombshell—she wants him as fiercely as he craves her—Walker must choose: stay living in the past, or risk everything for a second chance at happiness…
Summer Warpath
by Wayne D. Overholser Jim MeskimenThe summer warpath began in late spring 1876 and was one laid out under the command of General George Crook, perhaps the most experienced Indian fighter in the United States Army at that time. Among other officers under Crook’s command was the daring and resourceful Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer and the 7th Cavalry. The purpose of the campaign was to round up the wild tribes of the Cheyennes and Sioux and place them on reservations.Walt Staley is a drifter, a man who works only long enough so he can get enough money to be traveling again. He rides for Fort Laramie, where he successfully enlists as an Army scout under General Crook. Before Staley arrives at the fort, he is forced by roving Indians to stop at an Army hay camp, where he meets Dave Allison. The two become friends, especially after Allison is transferred to active service under General Crook.Finally, there is Patrick O’Hara, who considers himself the ace reporter at the Chicago Herald. He wants most of all to be attached to Custer’s regiment, believing that Custer alone will be able to subdue the wild Indian tribes. He is disappointed when his editor instead sends him to be attached to General Crook’s expeditionary force.The events that follow will change the lives of these three men forever.
Summers' Horses
by Ralph CottonA USA Today Bestselling Author When the cold-blooded Bendigo brothers happen on a chance opportunity to make off with horse trader Will Summers' newly acquired horses, they act quickly and ruthlessly, leaving him unconscious and soiled dove Layal Brooks battered and blind. Summers has a history of tracking down wild animals, and the Bendigo brothers are no different. He's ready to give them his own special brand and let them live long enough to feel the burn.
Summertime on the Ranch
by Carolyn BrownCity meets country in this brand new novella from beloved, bestselling author Carolyn Brown.This city girl is about to learn a thing or two about bad-boy cowboys.Becca McKay has been in Nashville doing everything she can to land a country music contract, but when her grandmother, Greta, gets sick, Becca packs up her twelve-year-old SUV and heads back to Terral, Oklahoma to help take care of Greta. Once she arrives, she quickly gets hired at the O'Donnells' watermelon wine making business.Dalton Wilson has been the foreman on the O'Donnells' ranch for a couple of years now. He's thirty years old and has a reputation for being a bad-boy cowboy, but deep in his heart, he is more than ready to settle down. It's love at first sight for Dalton, but convincing Becca that he is ready to hang up his bad boy spurs is quite another thing—until the night they both have too much watermelon wine and open their hearts..."The most difficult thing about reading a Brown book is putting it down."—Fresh Fiction"Every time I pick up a book by Carolyn Brown, I find characters and places I want to visit time and time again."—Thoughts in Progress
Sun and Sand: A Western Trio
by Max Brand"Brand practices his art to something like perfection. ” --The New York Times "Max Brand is the Shakespeare of the Western range. ” --Kirkus Reviews In "The Flaming Rider,” large groups of Blackfeet, Cheyennes, and Crows, ordinarily hostile to each other, are camped around the newly built Fort Meany, having come to trade with factor Henry Meany. The members of these tribes love most of all to gamble, and what better way than betting on a horse race? Then, one race incites open hostility toward the factor and threatens the very existence of the fort. Barney Dwyer in "Outlaw Buster” is a gentle giant who has yet to find a place in the world. Capturing two notorious outlaws has made a hero of him, so much so that rancher Robert Parmelee offers him a job on his ranch to put a stop to persistent rustling. Taking the job promises an income sufficient for Barney to marry his sweetheart. But this promise for the future falls into jeopardy when the outlaws escape, determined to kill Barney. "Sun and Sand” is the story of a youth known only as Jigger. It is his misfortune to buy a key chain from a pawnbroker that has on it a key to a post office box. In that box, Jigger finds a map to a notorious outlaw’s cache, buried in a fierce desert region; however, Jigger is not the only one seeking this treasure. . .
Sun God
by Nan RyanUSA Today–bestselling author Nan Ryan delivers the intensely passionate, spellbinding story of a man driven by revenge, a woman consumed by desire, and a love that transcends the enmity dividing themThe Indian stood naked in the sunlight.To the world, he is the half-breed Luiz Quintano. But to Amy Sullivan, he is Tonatiuh, the magnificent son of a Spanish grandee and an Aztec princess—and she has worshipped him since girlhood. After five years at a New Orleans finishing school, Amy is finally coming home to her family&’s sprawling Texas ranch—and the man she loves. Until a night of passionate reunion erupts in shattering violence, forcing them to part as bitter enemies.Tonatiuh has waited a decade to take his revenge on the family who almost succeeded in destroying him. His triumphant return as the feared military commander El Capitán is only the first step in his plan. But after he makes Amy his captive, he once again falls prey to her sensual charms. As passion reignites, Tonatiuh is consumed by the need to reclaim the woman who betrayed him, the woman he will hate—and love—for the rest of his life.
Sun Going Down
by Jack ToddFrom an award-winning author whose ancestors lived the adventures in this novel comes a spectacular new epic about the American West. Part history, part romance, and part action-adventure novel,Sun Going Downfollows the fortunes of Ebenezer Paint and his descendants -- rough and tough individuals who are caught up in Civil War river battles, epic cattle drives through drought and blizzards, the horrors of Wounded Knee, the desperation of the dust bowl, and the prosperity of the roaring 1920s. The page-turning plot is peopled by a vibrant, unforgettable cast of characters: a grizzled Mississippi steamboat merchant, two horse-thieving brothers, five Annie Oakley-like sisters who can outride any cowboy, a half-Sioux bride who demands her new family claim her heritage, and a courageous daughter who defies her father and braves the West alone. Throughout their lives, the Paint family must battle both internal and external elements, and learn to live with spirit and wit. Letters and diaries from the author's own family archives form the basis for all the events and characters inSun Going Down, infusing the novel with richly detailed authenticity and deep emotional power. It is intimate in its portraits of the unforgettable characters who settled our country, sweeping in its geographical reach from Vicksburg up through Montana and the Dakotas, and epic as it spans four generations from the Civil War to the Great Depression. Masterfully written,Sun Going Downholds the reader fast through tears, laughter, terror, and joy until the very last heart-gripping page is turned.
Sun Kissed (Kendrick/Coulter #7)
by Catherine AndersonWhen Samantha Harrigan attended the local rodeo, she didn't expect to end up in jail. Neither did her handsome veterinarian, Tucker Coulter.
Sunday at the Sunflower Inn: A Heartwarming Texas Love Story
by Jodi ThomasFans of Carolyn Brown and B.J. Daniels will adore this slice of Americana delivered with warmth, endearing characters, and authentic Texan flair. The legendary New York Times and USA Today bestselling author brings a sense of nostalgia to the town in this delightful journey of second chances. Jessica Ann McKenzie—&“Jam&” to everyone in Honey Creek—has fulfilled her dream of owning the best restaurant for miles around. Serving candlelit dinners to every couple in town on Valentine&’s Day is a reminder of another dream, one she&’s just about given up on. Until, that very night, Sergeant Tucson Smith clambers out of the muddy river and onto her land, bringing the promise of something they&’ve both been searching for. When McCoy Mason crashes on Interstate 45, he doesn&’t just bust up his Mustang, his leg, and his relationship. He also loses his prospects of a job and apartment in Houston. Honey Creek, home to his estranged grandfather, offers a temporary respite, a place to recover before moving on again. After all, what permanent use could a town so picture-perfect have for a man like him? At sixty-seven, Charles H. Winston III lives by order and routine. One of his most cherished rituals is a regular lunch date with three lovely ladies at the Honey Creek Café, including the very proper Miss Lilly Lambert. But it&’s not too late to surprise the whole town—or himself—by seizing a chance for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. And there&’s no better season than spring, when the warm breeze blowing in from the Brazos River brings fresh hope and second chances to those who need them most . . . "[Jodi Thomas] captures the charm of a small Texas town as its residents discover love...Thomas illuminates the ways ordinary lives can be transformed by the simple kindness of others."— Publishers Weekly
Sundown
by John Joseph MathewsChallenge Windzer, the mixed-blood protagonist of this compelling autobiographical novel, was born at the beginning of the twentieth century "when the god of the great Osages was still dominate over the wild prairie and the blackjack hills" of northeast Oklahoma Territory. Named by his father to be "a challenge to the disinheritors of his people," Windzer finds it hard to fulfill his destiny, despite oil money, a university education, and the opportunities presented by the Great War and the roaring twenties. Critics have praised Sundown generously, both as a literary work and a vignette into the Native American past.
The Sundown Chaser
by Dusty RichardsFrom the winner of the 2007 Spur Award for Best Paperback Original for The Horse Creek Incident, comes a story of a man who stood up for the law--and the criminal that made him the man he is…<P> As the new sheriff of Yellowstone County, Montana, ex-rancher Herschel Baker cleaned up the badlands with the weight of the law -- and a six-gun -- behind him. Now he's trying to solve a deadly puzzle that involves one lead-laden corpse, a large sum of money, and a loose end that points to cattle rustling. But his trouble hasn't even arrived yet. <P> He's bringing a woman on the run, a body count of criminals he's killed for bounty, and a gun hand as hard and quick as Herschel's. Because this man is no simple robber, shootist, or brigand for hire. His name is Thurman Baker.<P> But Herschel calls him father…