Автор: Karen Templeton

A ranch for the runaway brideWeeks before her wedding, Emily Weber walks away from her planned society shindig and her cheating fiancé—straight to her cousin’s New Mexico ranch. Everyone’s advice: Emily’s got to work it out of her system, and her childhood acquaintance—all six feet of dark good looks—is just the guy to help.Colin Talbot recognises someone on the run from their life. Hell, the rootless photojournalist hasn’t been on his ranch in years, till now. But he’s not about to indulge in a promise of pleasure, not with a potential for disaster. Emily…

Incompetent! She couldn’t cook, clean or operate the dishwasher. But Steven Koleski had to admit the mysterious woman did have a way with his newfound family…and his lonely heart.It was the opportunity of a lifetime for Princess Sophie of Carpathia: two weeks of living like a regular person. On top of that, caring for children was her passion. But with five of them tugging on her heartstrings and their sexy guardian bestowing fiery kisses on her, how could she ever return to life as a princess when her fairy-tale ending was right here…right…

Jenna Stanton had raised her niece, Blair, from birth, with nary a clue as to who the child’s father was.Until now – when the piece of paper in her hand led her to the inexplicably attractive grouchy ex-cop Hank Logan. How could she tell Hank that her daughter was his? And more important, should she? The former detective in him told Hank that the pretty widow and the smart-mouth kid were in town for more than just the local scenery.But to say he was floored to find out the truth wasn’t even close. Because in Blair and Jenna he was offered a chance to assume the two roles in life…

Truck-stop waitress Luanne Evans had known the customer who wound up in her trailer one night was not exactly one of the local boys. As to who he was, she didn’t care. For when he was gone, she would have nothing but memories. Or so she thought…. Prince Aleksander Vlastos had run out on Luanne eleven years ago, and he’d lived with regret ever since.But regret wasn’t the only thing he’d left behind. There was a ten-year-old child – the heir to Alek’s throne. Luanne had had him for ten years, and now it was his turn. She owed him. And he’d come to…

Dawn Gardner had left behind her life in tiny Haven, Oklahoma, for the greener pastures of New York City years ago – or so she thought. But something kept pulling her back. Could that something be handsome horse breeder Cal Logan? Dawn thought they were through – but since her last visit, two months ago, had left her with a little more than memories, it looked as if her life and Cal’s were going to be tied together even more permanently….Which was fine with Cal – because it was clear to him from the start that he and Dawn were made for each other. Still, could he convince the…

IN ONE MOMENT, THEIR LIVES HAD CHANGED FOREVER…There weren’t many things a man felt he could count on, but Darryl Andrews had always been sure of his place in the world, with his wife, Faith, by his side. They’d been just kids themselves when they married, but now, five children later, he thought they’d seen it all.And then the tornado hit. They were grateful to have survived. Still, things didn’t seem right. Could their rock-solid marriage actually be faltering? Suddenly Darryl was sure of only one thing: He had to fight for Faith’s…

He took one look and fell in loveFrom the moment Rudy Vaccaro saw her, he was a goner. Never mind that his twelve-year-old daughter hated the house on sight. Rudy could see the place’s potential. So could Violet Kildare… The house was supposed to be hers! Now Violet would have to find another place for her and her two sons to live.Then Rudy made an offer the struggling single mother couldn’t refuse. Rudy needed Violet’s help – actually, he needed Violet, period. Somehow he had to show the once-burned mum that what was his was hers – and vice…

He’s the Man with a Plan Maid of honour at her cousin’s wedding is as close as designer Blythe plans to get to tying the knot again. But widowed congressman Wes Phillips refuses to take “I won’t” for an answer. Getting re-elected isn’t as important as winning Blythe’s trust and convincing the guarded beauty to take a shot at love…even if her scandalous past threatens to derail his political future.Wes’s future with Blythe comes first – if they’re both willing to risk their hearts for a second chance that’s worth fighting for. Summer Sisters: Three women, bound by…

Baby, be mine!Kevin Vacarro just found out he was a father to a five-month-old! He’d fought to overcome his troubled past, but it was nothing compared to the battle he was about to wage for his child’s future.Julianne McCabe had no intention of giving up her sister’s child – the one she loved as her own – without a struggle. Yet that was before Kevin started bonding with his daughter. Before he awoke feelings that made her long to share more than late-night feedings.But was she ready to risk her heart again to be the wife Kevin needed? To become the family they both…

She can’t afford to take any more wild chances Pregnant widow Emma’s already struggling to raise her children alone…and keep her debt-ridden ranch going. Rugged musician Cash can only mean trouble, no matter how well he repairs her broken fences, comforts her still-grieving children – or tempts her fiercely independent heart.Cash is used to being nothing but trouble, yet if he can help his best friend’s widow fix up his old homestead and get back on her feet, he’ll have done something worthwhile for once. But Emma’s strength and irresistible honesty are slowly showing him the…

An old crush returns! Kelly McNeil thought finding refuge from her ex-husband at her friend Sabrina’s house was her best option – until Sabrina’s twin Matt answered the door. Kelly’d had a huge, unrequited crush on him as a teenager! Yet as adults, he’d never given her a second look.Matt had never mustered up the courage to ask Kelly out and now fate has given him a second chance. But Kelly is afraid to risk her independence and her children with a man who could only hurt them again. He’ll have to prove that he’s the Mr Right she can truly depend on.…

It was bad enough that her partners left shy store owner Dana Malone to scout new retail space with devastatingly handsome Realtor C. J. Turner.Then—wham!—her way-out wayward cousin literally left a baby on Dana’s doorstep, and a birth certificate listing C.J. as the father. Raising her ultracute nephew was a dream come true, and as she and C.J. shared baby duties and close quarters until paternity was established, Dana kept her cool.But every time the commitment-phobe looked at Dana, the yearning in his deep blue eyes provoked a meltdown. Would what started as a small step for Dana’s…

A waitress with a heartbreaking past, Christina Hastings knew better than to believe in fairy tales.She’d found safety, even passion, in vicepresident Scott Fortune’s strong arms, but happy endings just didn’t happen to a girl like her – especially with a man like Scott. Yet she was finding it harder and harder to resist the gentleman’s many…

His daughter’s birth made him a father. Becoming a daddy would take a bit longer…Connecticut mogul Grant Braeburn never thought he was father material, even though his nearly four-year-old daughter should have convinced him otherwise. But then his ex-wife’s death made him Haley’s permanent parent. Her only parent. He needed help, in a hurry. It came from Mia Vaccaro, the lively, lovely party planner who had been his ex-wife’s best friend. Mia was the only one who could touch Haley’s broken heart. And, Grant was becoming increasingly aware, his as…

The One That Got Away…A bad break-up has driven Sabrina Noble back to her home town… but she never expected to run into her first love, Cole Rayburn, on her first day back in Maple River. And she definitely didn’t expect him to have become such a gorgeous, impressive man… or come with two adorable kids!It’s clear that the old connection is still there – and the children love Sabrina. But brooding Cole has been burned badly before. Could it be possible that Sabrina can be the mum this family deserves… and have the husband she always dreamt…

An unexpected homecomingDeanna Blake is stunned at the loss of her estranged father – and inheriting half his ranch. In a strange twist, the other half goes to Josh Talbot…her former crush and one of the many sources of trouble between Dee and her dad. Not to worry. The single mom-to-be hates this place, steeped in reminders of the past she’s still trying to leave behind. She’ll sell her share now and ensure a comfortable future for her unborn child.Except Josh can’t afford to buy her out. Reluctantly, the handsome cowboy agrees to sell the entire operation and split the…

WHEN A PROMISE BECOMES A TEMPTATION…Look after his best friend’s widow and kids. It was a promise Levi Talbot was determined to keep. But returning to Whispering Pines, New Mexico, where he was once known as the local troublemaker, wasn’t easy for the former soldier. Especially when gorgeous Valerie Lopez really wants nothing to do with him…and Levi can’t get her out of his head!Val knows she needs Levi’s help – her house is in chaos and she’s juggling two young kids with a fledgling business. So she lets him take over the repairs – but there’s no way…

A second chance in the saddleAll that widowed veterinarian Zach Talbot wants is to raise his two boys in peace and quiet. Who’d have thought that being roped into helping a woman choose a horse for her son would up-end his whole world? Except exactress and rodeo rider Mallory Keyes isn’t just any woman…Whispering Pines is the ideal temporary haven after the accident that changed Mallory’s life for ever. Falling for the sexy, caring man who found the perfect palomino for her eleven year old wasn’t in her plans. Can she return the favour by helping to heal the vet’s…

Back by popular demand! These great value titles feature stories from Mills & Boon fans’ favourite authors. Karen Templeton’s successful and heart-warming trilogy!Baby Steps Shy shop owner Dana Malone was looking for new retail space with sexy CJ Turner when her wayward cousin literally left a baby on Dana’s doorstep with a birth certificate listing gorgeous, blue-eyed CJ as the father! Suddenly they were sharing baby duties and close quarters…The Prodigal ValentineBad boy Ben Vargas was back and, although ten years ago Mercy Zamora was all for no strings, babies or wedding…

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