Western

Don't mess with this Texan!

On the last leg of his tour of duty, Captain Garrett Lockhart is summoned home to Laramie, Texas, to handle an urgent family matter — a scandal that could destroy the enduring legacy of the Lockharts. Except it's already being 'handled' by Hope Winslow, a professional crisis manager.

Hope is also the beautiful single mother of the most adorable baby boy the Army doctor has ever seen. Garrett is resisting Hope's efforts at damage control — and pushing her clearly defined boundaries. Too bad she can't resist him…and fantasies of a future with her Lone Star soldier!

TEXAS COURAGE 

Texas Ranger Kit Saunders is not about to let any harm come to Natalie Harris on his watch. The widow of a dangerous career criminal, Natalie needs protection 24/7. But going undercover in the home of the courageous single mother arouses feelings that could jeopardize Kit's mission. 

It was a shock to discover her husband was one of the FBI's most wanted felons. Now Natalie is perilously close to falling for the lawman investigating his murder. But with Kit safeguarding her and her little girl, she knows she can stand up to every threat…even falling in love with her very own Texas Ranger!

The day his son was born, Jude Rebel knew he was meant to be a father. That was why he had to stop the adoption. How could he give away his own flesh and blood? For twelve years, Jude has kept his secret. Until Paige Wheeler comes home to Horseshoe, regretting the decision that changed both their lives forever.  

At eighteen, all Paige wanted was to escape her Texas town and troubled, hardscrabble life. Her ticket out cost her dearly. Now she has a chance to make things right. Finding out Jude has been raising their child is only the beginning. Is it too late for forgiveness? Or have they all been given a second chance?

HIS NEW WESTERN HOME

Lila Jenkins's Montana ranching town roots run deep. So why does the widowed B&B owner feel so connected to her latest boarder? Seth Maxwell might know his way around horses, but he's a wanderer, not a rancher. Lila's son thinks Seth's the hero he's been waiting for. And–heaven help her–so does Lila.

Seth loves hunting for rare gems in remote areas, but maybe it's time to make a change. The footloose adventurer is tempted by rumours of sapphires in a nearby mine, but it's Lila and her boy who make Snowy Owl Crossing and the idea of a ranch to share feel like home…

TIMING IS EVERYTHING

Single mum Layne Slater thought she'd seen the last of Jason McAndry when he chose the rodeo over her and their unborn son. Now Jason's back in Cowboy Creek and just as handsome as ever. But Layne can't give in to those feelings again. She has to protect her childrenand her heart.

Jason wants to try to make up for the pain he caused when he left. The least he can do is help Layne while he's home. Before long, Jason realises he's finally ready to be the husband, father and man his family deserves. But can Jason prove to Layne that this time, their love is forever?

A Heart Divided 

Quincy Rebel lives by a strict code of honour. Family first. Which means Jenny Rose Walker, his younger brother's ex–girlfriend, will never know how deeply and devotedly he loves her. The woman of his dreams is off–limits…until his brother gets engaged to someone else. 

Jenny is ready to sever all ties with the ranching clan who has been like a second family to her. Even if it means giving up working with her best friend, Quincy, who she helps train paint horses. Quincy…the tall, masculine Rebel who's always been there for her. Is she developing feelings for him? Or are they headed for a rebound romance that will leave them both brokenhearted?

A fresh start

Widow Kate Sullivan moved to Cupid's Bow, Texas, to get her teenage son on the right path. But their new life in the small town gets off to a rocky start when her son is caught shoplifting by the sheriff. Kate is immediately attracted to Cole Trent, but she's not ready to fall in love again, and certainly not with another cop.

Cole should have known Cupid's matchmakers would scramble to fix him up with a smart, beautiful woman like Kate. The single dad has managed to evade their efforts until now, so he and Kate come up with a plan to keep the matchmakers at bay. Pretending to be a couple was a good idea, until Cole realises his feelings are anything but pretend. Can he convince Kate to give their romance a real chance?

Stepping onto her estranged father's Colorado ranch, Brooke Harper hopes to find the missing piece of the puzzle that's left a hole in her heart–her long–lost sister. But the Bucking Q Ranch is deserted…except for the tall and rugged cowboy, Trent Landry, who is taking care of the place while the owners are away. She's determined to wait until the family she's never met returns home… And Trent will keep an eye on the mysterious Brooke until he finds out if she is telling the truth about finding her sister. Spending time alone with her, watching her take to ranch life as if she's a natural, he realises she is definitely not a threat–except maybe to his heart. 

With his roots tracing back to the original Rangers, Cy Vance takes his job seriously. To protect and defend takes on new meaning when he's assigned to safeguard Kellie Parrish, a stunning barrel racing celebrity who has a dangerous admirer. But going undercover to catch the stalker backfires when his inspired scheme awakens feelings that could compromise Cy's strict code of honour. To her fans, Kellie just became the luckiest cowgirl on the planet. Too bad her marriage to the hunky lawman is a sham…even if it's starting to feel like the real thing. She and Cy share something special and rare. Is the dedicated Ranger ready to cowboy up and ask the question that will make him the true hero of her heart?

A MAN WITH A PAST… 

Cruz Rivera is on his last second chance. He can't afford to blow it by falling for the beautiful blonde widow who just hired him to fix up her family's New Mexico property. If he's going to get back on the rodeo circuit, Cruz needs to focus. Besides, a sweet single mum like Sara Mendez can do better than someone with Cruz's troubled history. 

Sara isn't making it easy for Cruz to keep his distance. He's a man of many secrets, but Sarah sees only good in his warm brown eyes. Though Cruz knows he should move on before Sara discovers the truth about his past, he can't leave the closest thing to a home he's ever known. Cruz is the only man Sara wants—can he become the one she deserves?

Cowboy Confidential 

Dylan Marshall is a man of many secrets, and journalist Jess Granger is determined to uncover them all. First, why did he suddenly abandon his promising art career? And why, after a two–year hiatus, did he agree to a new exhibit of his work? Most of all, how is it that Dylan can make a city girl like Jess imagine staying at the Circle M forever?

Jess is so busy working on the handsome rancher's defenses that she doesn't realise he is quietly eroding her own. She came looking for a story that would save her job and do justice to Dylan's sculptures. But when it comes to Dylan, Jess discovers that the real story might be about finding her true home.

Laura Jessup is a social pariah in the tiny town of Gibson. Just about everyone believes her sweet baby girl Rowan is proof of an affair…but the truth is much darker. To keep her daughter safe from the real father, Laura doesn't fight the vicious rumours.

Only hunky EMT Tanner Hudson doesn't shun her. He knows what it's like to live down mistakes in a small town. But when Laura lets down her guard and tells him the truth about Rowan's father, he wants to help.

The solution he proposes–a marriage in name only–might just be crazy enough to work…if only Laura can keep her heart out of it.

Tanner wasn't sure Laura would accept a platonic marriage, even though it would stop the rumour mills and get his own family off his back. But as the wedding draws closer, Tanner worries that his plan is working a little too well. He's falling for Laura, hard.

They thought they were ready for marriage, but are Tanner and Laura prepared for real love?

Falcon Rebel has been a single dad to his daughter ever since her mother walked out on them seventeen years ago.

Now Leah's back to see their daughter–just once, she says. She's built another life and wants them all to move on.

But Falcon's suspicious. Her story doesn't add up. Why isn't she willing to keep the door open between them, at least for Eden's sake?

When Leah had left all those years ago, circumstances had kept her from returning as she had planned. The longer she was away, the harder it was to return. But Leah can't tell them the truth–she won't burden her family with what she must face.

Yet being close to Falcon again has reignited the incredible bond they once shared. They were so young then…and some things never change, including their feelings for each other.

Leah thought she could walk away. But nobody loves like a Rebel–even though love might not be enough.

An emotional story of secrets and second chances.

A husband for Christmas?  

Mitch Weston's back in Cowboy Creek, and self-proclaimed matchmaker Jed Garland has his single granddaughter Andi on his mind. Mitch is a lawman, good with the little ones and easy on the eyes. He and Andi were high school sweethearts, for heaven's sake! Why can't they see they're perfect for each other?  

Because Andi already lost one husband to a dangerous job, and now she's all about playing it safe, for her sake and her children's. Being a cop is everything to Mitch. After discovering Jed's plan, Mitch and Andi come up with their own: they'll pretend to get engaged and then break up due to irreconcilable differences. Jed's got his work cut out for him — because this match needs a Christmas miracle!

FROM GREEN BERET TO GREENHORN 

Myra Odell's parents have given away her Montana ranch — to a tenderfoot. Lieutenant Zeke Maxwell may have saved her brother's life, but he doesn't know the first thing about cattle. For the sake of the ranch, Myra agrees to train Zeke, but she's determined not to get too close. 

The military taught Zeke a lot of things, but ranching wasn't one of them. Zeke is impressed by Myra's experience and courage…but seriously distracted by her beautiful eyes. Her claim on the Flying Owl is complicated, as is her claim on his heart. Can he prove to Myra that the ranch will never be his home without her? 

BACK…FOR GOOD?

Once, rodeo star Rylan Duggan had called Crooked Valley Ranch home. But after an incredible, romantic night with neighbouring rancher – beautiful, strong, smart Kailey Brandt – he'd bolted. He didn't look back, telling himself he preferred life on the circuit with no commitments and no ties. Until now.

With Rylan back for a few short weeks, Kailey can't deny their attraction is as strong as ever. She thought she'd learned her lesson the first time he'd hurt her – and the handsome cowboy is still adamant he will not be sticking around. While helping him build Crooked Valley's business, Kailey sees a different, more grounded side of him. Has Rylan finally found his home in Kailey's heart?

A reason to stay…

Ranch manager and single dad Pete Brannigan has no interest in playing tour guide to a city girl like Jane Garland. But spending a few days with the headstrong photographer while she's in town is a small price to pay for everything her grandfather has given him.

Jane's seen the world through her camera...and used it to shield her emotions. With Pete, she feels she can finally let her guard down. If only he could do the same.

Though Pete's drawn to Jane's sharp wit and striking beauty, he won't hurt his young children by falling for another woman who won't stick around.

They've got a powerful bond, but can Pete learn to trust Jane with his kids and his heart? And will Jane come home to stay?

Heart of a cowboy

Coming home is hard enough without ranch manager Quinn Solomon making Lacey Duggan feel like an unwanted guest. She's only here until she figures out what to do with her one-third ownership of Crooked Valley. But Quinn's irresistible daughter is givingLacey ideas about being part of a family. And though they don't even like each other, Lacey's having crazier notions about the widowed single dad.

Does Lacey think she can waltz in and turn Quinn's life upside down…only to leave again? The pretty accountant knows nothing about running a ranch, yet she's making the Montana homestead feel like a home. Quinn isn't looking for love again. Until a woman who's all heart and a determined little girl help one lovestruck cowboy see the light.