The answer to that question, as nurse practitioner Lee Murphy knew all too well, was a resounding "Yes!" But the vowed–never–to–get–involved–with–an–M.D. Lee had a serious problem on her hands, for despite her pledge, she still had to work with the devastatingly handsome Derek Taylor. And was it her imagination, or did Dr. Perfect, with his soulful blue eyes and blinding smile, suddenly seem to be paying attention to little old mousy her? It was enough to make Lee wonder, just the tiniest bit, if there was any chance that her fantasy lover could become her real–life love and if, just this once, promises were made to be broken .
PRESCRIPTION: MARRIAGE: When three wedding–shy nurses come down with a serious case of love, marriage may be just what the doctor ordered .
Father-To-Be
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A NEW YEAR'S EVE MIRACLE
Celia Campbell was thirty and unwed and newly pregnant by the man of her secret dreams. Who could have guessed that one impulsive night of passion with rogue rancher Hunter McLean would grant her a precious gift, a child to call her own?
Now the brooding bachelor was insisting on marriage, but he'd made it clear his heart wasn't part of the bargain. Yet Celia knew she could offer him and his troubled young son something wonderful in return .
THAT'S MY BABY! Sometimes bringing up baby can bring surprises and showers of love!
Just One Touch
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MORE THAN MEN
He was her saviour
There was a blizzard raging when Harley Madison wrecked her Jeep in the frozen Montana mountains. All she recalled were fleeting images of a man, his deep voice calling to her, his strong arms cradling her. But was that strong hunk real or a hallucination?
He was her fantasy
With wild raven hair and mesmerizing eyes, Mitch Rollins unsettled her. His lean, hard body took her breath away, and she craved his touch which proved elusive.
Was he real?
Mitch needed no sleep, had the strength of ten men and lived like a recluse in the Crazy Junction clinic. Harley knew firsthand what it was like to hide secrets. What were Mitch's?
A Hero For Sophie Jones
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A MOST UNLIKELY HEROHe was the kind of man her mama warned her about, workaday rancher Sophie B. Jones realised, as she looked up to find Sinclair Riker's unrelenting gaze on her. But resisting him was not an option, for though his words hinted at the darkness of his soul, his eyes spoke another message altogether one that Sophie could not help but answer .
Sinclair knew better than to fall for an innocent like Sophie Jones. He knew that heartless seduction was supposed to be his stock–in–trade, and that he had come to the ranch with one purpose only. To do Sophie out of her beloved land, by any means possible. So what was it about this woman that had him yearning for the purity of her soul? And could love really turn Sin into Sophie's saint?
THE JONES GANG: The wild and woolly Jones clan is back and better than ever!
The Surprise Baby
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A PRACTICAL MARRIAGE
Maybe that was all Jane Elliot's maddeningly attractive boss, Maxwell Hamilton, had to offer her, but blinded by love, Jane accepted nonetheless. And she hoped to have all the time in the world to change his mind about his "no love and certainly no babies!" policy. But then she learned that their one night of honeymoon bliss had left her in extreme violation of the rules. And a positive pregnancy test.
The Cowboy's Ideal Wife
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THE LONESOME COWBOY BLUES
Rancher Yance Culhane had loved truly and lost big time. So he faced the long Wyoming winters solo. Until Della Dennehy and her four kids moved back to Elk Creek, in need of a man's helping hand. Yance had known Della forever even had had a secret schoolboy crush on her. But now the single mom and her rambunctious brood struck deeper chords. Made Yance hungry for livin' and lovin'. Had Yance found the perfect fit in Della's fatherless family? Or was the lonesome cowboy headin' for heartache?
A RANCHING FAMILY Though scattered by years and tears, the Heller clan shares mile–deep roots in one Wyoming ranch and a singular talent for lassoing the unlikeliest hearts!
Hannah And The Hellion
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MAN OF ICE MEETS HIS MATCH
Everyone in Pine Point, Minnesota, knew that Damon Jackson was no good. Everyone but newcomer Hannah Davis. Stubborn and sensitive, she insisted there was decency and goodness beneath Damon's bad–boy image. That a heart beat deeply in his impossibly broad chest. And she was willing to risk her reputation by loving this notorious rogue.
Bitter as winter, Damon tried to freeze Hannah out. Tried to resist the sacrifices she willingly made for him. Still, he hungered for her womanly warmth. He knew he had to have her. But he'd been a loner so long, could he really come in from the cold?
For The Love Of Sam
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THEY CALLED HIM STONEFACE
Yet the moment starry–eyed Tamara Benning caught the reticent rancher's gaze, she felt an instant connection. She wanted Sam Sherard. Desperately. Still, after a glorious weekend together, she couldn't help wondering if the father of her unborn baby was in it for the long–haul .
Sam didn't know the meaning of happily ever after, but he did know how important it was for his child to grow up with both parents. So he dazzled his pregnant bride with flowers. Tenderly catered to her every need. And softened her wary heart with soul–searing kisses. But could this life–hardened loner find the courage to let love in?
Little Darlin'
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Hard as nails inside and out, Sergeant Matt Beltran obeyed only one rule: Need no one, and let no one need him. So what was the steely loner to do when someone left a precious baby girl allegedly his in his red sports car? Regroup? Stand tall? Run!
But Corey Madsen, the tyke's temporary foster mom, clearly had other ideas. The soft, pretty preacher's widow melted Matt's armour and "Short Stuff" herself got a toehold in his heart. Why, the terrifying twosome actually made Matt feel like a husband and father! Whoa! Was Matt's worst nightmare becoming an impossible dream?
Beloved Mercenary
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MAN, WOMAN AND CHILD
Gruff, brooding Gideon Kane had no patience for little girls let alone their beautiful mothers. But Brynn Delmarco's silent daughter evoked emotions the hardened cynic had sworn were gone forever and the sight of her lovable mother brought forth feelings he definitely knew how to appease!
READY–MADE FAMILY?
Brynn wanted to protect her daughter and her own vulnerable heart. Still, when the cynical cloud lifted from Gideon's gray eyes and a moment of tenderness shone through, Brynn was in danger of losing herself to her handsome neighbour wholeheartedly. Now she just had to convince Gideon that he deserved a family .
Cowboy's Love
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LOVE THAT COWBOY!
He was mile–wile shoulders and rakish cowboy charm. He was her first love. Her heart and soul. And abandoning Clint Culhane was the hardest thing young Savannah Heller had ever done. Until, fifteen years later, she came back to Elk Creek and the anguish in Clint's eyes .
Could Clint forgive the guilty secret that had wrenched her from his arms? Would she ever taste his precious kisses again? Or would Savannah have to leave her beloved cowboy behind the second time around?
A RANCHING FAMILY Though scattered by years and tears, the Heller clan share mile–deep roots in one Wyoming ranch and a singular talent for lassoing the unlikeliest hearts.
The Daddy And The Baby Doctor
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FOLLOW THAT BABY
MUCH ADO ABOUT BABIES
Amanda Lucas delivered soft, sweet–smelling babies and soothed anxious moms–to–be. She did not break patient confidences not even for strong, sensually appealing sweet talkers like Sam Arquette.
The single dad wanted information on a missing mom–to–be and he made it clear he wanted Amanda, too. And though she remained resistant where her patient was concerned, Amanda felt herself falling under Sam's spell. But for a woman who'd given up on dreams, could a ready–made family be just what this doctor needed?
A wealthy dynasty a pregnant mom on the run. For fast–paced excitement by five fabulous authors FOLLOW THAT BABY next month in Silhouette Desire
Her Best Man
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MEN!
HER FOREVER MAN?
Single mom Lindsey Richards had given up on men for good. Take her pal Alex Trent. He was kind, rich, gorgeous and the best godfather her little boy could have. But love–'em–and–leave–'em Alex was a career heartbreaker. Not that it mattered. After all, she and Alex were just friends. So why was Alex suddenly acting like a jealous lover? Lindsey knew she wasn't attracted to him in that way. Or was she ?
We've handpicked the strongest, bravest, sexiest heroes yet!
The Guardian's Bride
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VIRGIN BRIDES
Celebrate the joys of first love with unforgettable stories by our most beloved authors.
THE GUARDIAN'S MARRIAGE PLANS
First: Find the perfect husband Debonair and exasperated guardian Colter McKinnon had promised vibrant heiress Belle Glamorgan's father he'd find her a suitable groom. Too bad it meant that he a self–made man was out of the running. But he'd search the cream of Texas society to find someone worthy of Belle.
Second: Plan the perfect wedding Belle would be a vision in white of course! And he'd walk her to the altar with pride. But why did Colt have a sudden desire to be waiting at the end of the aisle himself?
Third: Run off with the bride!
The Irresistible Prince
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ROYAL WEDDINGS
Three small–town women find happily–ever–after with three irresistible princes!
EVERY WOMAN WANTED TO MARRY THE PRINCE.
But Prince Lucas Hansson knew only one woman was fit to be his royal bride. If only he could find her.
Enter Annah Lane. According to local legend, the pretty shopkeeper had an uncanny instinct for spotting true love. But the moment she laid eyes on His Royal Hunkiness, she realized she was his destined bride! Annah knew her intuition had to be wrong the prince needed so much more than a small–town woman like her could give. She'd just have to find him a better match and she would! as soon as she could tear herself from his strong yet tender embrace.
Shotgun Groom
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PROPOSITION: BABY
Beth Trahan was thirty–five, single and in desperate need of the most perfect male to father her perfect baby. And she even knew exactly the right man but did she have the nerve to enlist his help?
Jack Kincaid had been her best friend her hero ever since he rescued her from a school bully. But Jack was a carefree bachelor who would never go for her crazy plan. Really, marrying her tall, handsome, blue–eyed buddy to spend long, passionate nights together to create a baby? What an utterly wacky utterly wonderful thought!
Boot Scootin' Secret Baby
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Bundles of Joy
BULL–RIDING EX?–HUSBAND
Alyssa Cartwright was still married to the sexiest cowboy on the rodeo circuit, though Jacob "Cub" Goodacre thought she'd had their marriage annulled. But while Cub assumed she was ending their marriage, Alyssa was giving birth to his child!
MEETS THE SWEETEST LITTLE COWGIRL IN TOWN.
Cub didn't know anything about being a daddy, especially not to the two–year–old beauty who'd laid claim to his oversize cowboy boots. But one smile from his newly discovered daughter was all he needed to become an instant family man. Now all he had to do was convince Alyssa that he was husband material!
A dimpled, diaper–clad darling proves to be just what this couple needed!
Christmas Lone-Star Style
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THE LONE STAR SOCIAL CLUB
A CHRISTMAS PROPOSAL
Mitch Ryan knew Phoebe Smith and her orphaned niece and nephew needed a home for the holidays. So the rich executive played Santa and offered Phoebe an apartment in exchange for temporary secretarial services. The only catch: the apartment came fully furnished with Mitch.
Phoebe had to take the apartment, Mitch included. But on one condition: No fooling around! Which seemed fine with confirmed bachelor Mitch he was only interested in short–term arrangements. Still, Phoebe never figured she'd fall for her irresistible roommate. And did she dare hope that Mitch would allow Phoebe and company to set up camp permanently in his heart?
You may walk in alone but you won't leave that way!
The Little Matchmaker
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Matchmaker Matchmaker
A sheriff for a dad?
Eight–year–old Jason Richards is worried. His grandparents are threatening to sue for his custody, and they just might win or so he thinks. So he runs away, leaving his mother, Beth, frantic and his grandparents raising hell.
Enter Ethan Drum, town sheriff.
Ethan finds Jason hiding in the woods and rashly promises that if he can do anything legal to help, he will.
Still, Ethan hasn't counted on Jason taking him so literally or on being introduced to the boy's grandparents as Beth's fiancé .
Matchmaker Matchmaker
Takeover Engagement
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Substitute fiancé?
When Case Travers wanted something, he wouldn't let anything or anyone stand in his way! And he seemed determined to take over Lucy's life.
It all happened so fast. One minute her boyfriend had proposed, and Lucy was happily looking forward to planning the wedding. Then she met Case, and discovered he had very different plans for her! And it seemed he had the power to arrange anything even transferring Lucy's fiancé to another city. The man was infuriating intriguing. Lucy had no idea what to do if Case decided to offer himself as a substitute fiancé!
"Ms. Duke captivates readers with intense passion, a strong emotional conflict and endearing characters." Romantic Times