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The Law of Desire (Encounters Series)
by Talia CarmichaelAn Encounters novellaBrian Holmes has been too busy building the fire investigation unit he heads to think of getting involved with anyone. But when he meets rancher Vic Masterson in the middle of an unexpected shootout, he's drawn to him just the same. Brian doesn't know what he wants, so he decides to wait it out. Of course, that doesn't mean they can't explore a few kisses in the meantime. Vic is willing to go along with the experiment, but he wants Brian for keeps. Let Brian call the shots; Vic will make sure things go his way. Each moment they spend together makes Vic more certain there's something special growing between them, but for the experiment to be a success, he has to make Brian see they're a perfect match for the long haul.
The Lawless (The Kent Family Chronicles #7)
by John JakesThe Civil War is over, but the Kent family&’s good fortune is suddenly threatened in this novel by the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of North and South. The penultimate volume in John Jakes&’s stirring Kent Family Chronicles finds America booming in its postwar prosperity. With this newly secured peace comes an opportunity for the Kent family to reconcile and to thrive, both personally and financially. Gideon Kent takes up his father&’s vow to reunite the family, but when he brings his father&’s widow back into the fold, the repercussions seem insurmountable. Against the backdrop of a recovering nation, the Kents face dramatic challenges and unexpected rifts that could leave the family shattered for years to come. This ebook features an illustrated biography of John Jakes including rare images from the author&’s personal collection.
The Lawless (The Kent Family Chronicles #7)
by John JakesThe Civil War is over, but the Kent family&’s good fortune is suddenly threatened in this novel by the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of North and South. The penultimate volume in John Jakes&’s stirring Kent Family Chronicles finds America booming in its postwar prosperity. With this newly secured peace comes an opportunity for the Kent family to reconcile and to thrive, both personally and financially. Gideon Kent takes up his father&’s vow to reunite the family, but when he brings his father&’s widow back into the fold, the repercussions seem insurmountable. Against the backdrop of a recovering nation, the Kents face dramatic challenges and unexpected rifts that could leave the family shattered for years to come. This ebook features an illustrated biography of John Jakes including rare images from the author&’s personal collection.
The Lawless (The Kerrigans A Texas Dynasty #2)
by William W. Johnstone J. A. JohnstoneThe Greatest Western Writers Of The 21st CenturyThey survived the perilous thousand-mile journey to the far edges of the Texas frontier. Now the family that tamed the Wild West must fight to defend their home from a ruthless band hell-bent on stealing g it away. A Kerrigan Never Back DownKate Kerrigan has seen the blood-soaked face of war. But nothing has prepared her for the assault on her land that begins with an eviction order hammered onto the door of her family's cabin. Beautiful, cold-blooded Savannah Saint James has her sights set on the Kerrigan property--and twelve of the deadliest hired guns in Texas are ready to back her play. Kate has her sons by her side, a ragtag group of ranchers who don't like outsiders messing with their cattle, and a fighting spirit passed down from her Irish ancestors. One thing's for sure: the Kerrigans aren't giving up what's theirs without a scrap. When the battle is joined, only one side will prevail--and the end will be written in gun smoke.
The Lawless Frontier
by Randy DenmonAn Ugly Place To Die There's nothing pretty about Mexico in 1914. On the verge of a bloody civil war that's spiraling out of control, it's no place for hotheads or weak hearts--a place where only real men survive. . .if they're lucky. As an officer for the U.S. War Department, Myles Adams knows all about keeping a cool head. And he's just the man who can help his former partner-in-arms Stewart Cook rescue his soon-to-be fiancée, Alexia Garcia, from the rebel forces. But this is a country where a man would shoot you as soon as look at you. . . An Even Uglier Place To Live. . . With Alexia safe in hand, the two Americans find themselves in even greater danger. On the run from Jorge Trevino, a ruthless bandito who would kill to have what Myles has--namely the gorgeous Carmen Cologan--these men are about to witness all the horrors that the Mexican frontier has to offer--war, poverty, and human suffering too agonizing to be believed. They'll have to use every drop of courage they have to survive, but in a land with no law and order, sometimes a man has to kill to stay alive. . . "A classic adventure. . .riveting!" --Richard S. Wheeler, Spur Winning author of Vengeance Valley
The Lawman (Lawman #1)
by Lyle BrandtHIS BROTHER'S KEEPER Jack Slade pulled up his roots a long time ago to take life one day at a time, risking his living, and his neck, at gambling tables across the west. A disappointment to his family, he's been estranged from them for years. Then he receives word of his brother's death-under mysterious circumstances-in Lawton, Oklahoma. It's been four years since Jack saw Jim, who planted his roots to become a successful rancher. In addition to acres of land and herds of cattle, Jim left behind a fiancŽe who has been fending off offers on her property-as well as cattle rustlers. The mysterious circumstances behind Jim's death are starting to become clear. And when fate pins a badge on Jack, he finds himself walking the line between justice and revenge...
The Lawman Lassoes a Family: The Lawman Lassoes A Family How To Marry A Doctor His Proposal, Their Forever (Conard County: The Next Generation #24)
by Rachel LeeA DEPUTY DADDY? After her policeman husband died in the line of duty, Vicki Templeton swore off lawmen-both for herself and her four-year-old daughter. Krystal can't afford to lose another father figure, and Vicki refuses to subject them both to such pain again. But when she moves from Texas to Conard County, Wyoming, Vicki's heart is on the line after she meets her handsome, helpful new neighbor. A widower himself, sheriff's deputy Dan Casey knows a thing or two about loss. He tries to keep his distance from beautiful Vicki and her adorable child, but Vicki's sweet kid makes him long for the family he's always dreamed of. Can a determined little girl teach her mother and the cop next door a thing or two about love?
The Lawman's Baby: A Clean Romance (Home to Eagle's Rest #3)
by Patricia JohnsHe’s in over his head…And calling for backup!Police officer Mike McMann is always cool under pressure, but taking custody of his infant nephew has left him in a cold sweat. Coming to his rescue is social worker Paige Stedler. Paige gives him a crash course on parenting—and a tempting glimpse into a life beyond the badge. But is Mike ready to trade in his SWAT team aspirations for a white picket fence?
The Lawman's Christmas Proposal
by Barbara White DailleA 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!
The Lawman's Family
by Mary Leo Cathy McDavidAnd baby makes three?A Baby for the Deputy by Cathy McDavid A secret no-strings relationship with Aaron Travers has suited Melody Hartman just fine. But the lives of the Mustang Valley veterinarian and the deputy sheriff are about to become more complicated because Mel is pregnant! The widowed single dad is ready to do the right thing and marry Mel. Can he say the three words she is waiting to hear?A Baby for the Sheriff by Mary Leo The last thing veterinarian Coco Grant expects to find on her doorstep is an abandoned baby girl. As a temporary mom, Coco can&’t resist loving her sweet little charge. But when handsome sheriff Jet Wilson practically moves in to help with the baby, the town gossips are in heaven! And there&’s more than the couple&’s reputation at stake when Jet starts falling for the baby…and falling for Coco even harder.New York Times Bestselling Author Cathy McDavidUSA TODAY Bestselling Author Mary Leo2 Heartfelt StoriesA Baby for the Deputy and A Baby for the Sheriff
The Lawman's Oklahoma Sweetheart (Bridegroom Brothers #3)
by Allie PleiterWhen criminals target a vulnerable frontierswoman, a dedicated sheriff will do whatever it takes to protect her in this inspirational Western romance.Oklahoma Territory, 1889. When Katrine Brinkerhoff’s cabin is attacked, only sheriff Clint Thornton’s heroism saves her. She owes Clint her life—and her help catching the attackers. All she has to do is trust in Clint’s plan to protect her family. But she can’t let herself care too deeply, not when her past carries secrets that would drive him away.Infiltrating the murderous gang is a dirty job, yet Clint is determined to see it through. The brigands will face justice. And they will never harm Katrine again. Clint would give his life to keep the beautiful settler safe . . . but will he be willing to risk his heart?
The Lawman's Rebel Bride
by Amanda ReneeSECOND-CHANCE WEDDING... Deputy Sheriff Harlan Slade owes Belle Barnes a wedding, and she's ready to collect. The divorced single dad left Belle at the altar years ago. Now, for the sake of Belle's ailing grandmother, he agrees to temporarily tie the knot. Their faux union quickly feels all too real, but Harlan must protect his young daughter's feelings and his own bruised heart. Belle's passion for rescuing animals means frequent run-ins with the law. But she promises Harlan she'll stay out of trouble-except for the kind she finds with him when old sparks fly. It seems Belle and Harlan's short-term family has a future, until someone from their past threatens it all. Will Belle's impulsive streak cost her the first real family she's ever known?
The Lawman's Redemption: The Marriage Agreement Cowgirl For Keeps The Lawman's Redemption Captive On The High Seas
by Danica FavoriteLawman on a Mission Former deputy Will Lawson is fighting to regain his reputation-and Mary Stone is his only lead to the bandit who framed him. Now that he's tracked Mary to Leadville, Colorado, Will needs the proud beauty to reveal her past. Instead, his efforts spark a mighty inconvenient attraction... Mary's only real crime is that she once believed an outlaw's lies. Still, she fears disclosing the truth to Will may land her in jail-and leave her young siblings without protection. Now she must choose between honesty and safeguarding her family. And if Will does clear his own name, can he convince the woman he loves to share it?
The Lawman's Romance Lesson: Honeymooning With Her Brazilian Boss (fairytale Brides) / The Lawman's Romance Lesson (forever, Texas) (Forever, Texas #20)
by Marie FerrarellaFrom a USA Today–bestselling author, a deputy sheriff gets a second chance at love when a school teacher helps him parent his rebellious teenaged sister.Daniel Tallchief’s fiancée left him. But staying in Forever, Texas, to raise his little sister was the right choice. Until her teacher Shania Stewart tells Daniel he’s too strict with his party-obsessed sibling! The handsome lawman doesn’t know whether to ignore her or kiss her. But Shania knows. It’s going to take a carefully crafted lesson plan to tutor this cowboy in love.
The Lawman's Vow
by Elizabeth LaneA shipwrecked lawman loses his memory—and discovers a forbidden passion—in this historical romance set on the California coast.California, 1858. Lawman Flynn O’Rourke swore he’d bring his sister’s killer to justice. So when suspect Aaron Cragun is identified, Flynn will do anything, even rent a boat and sail to Cragun’s remote home, to find him. But Flynn doesn’t anticipate the storm that wrecks his boat, the injury that erases his memory . . . or the beautiful woman who rescues him.Sweet Sylvie is lovely and kind—and Aaron Cragun’s daughter. As Flynn’s memory returns, will the lawman keep his vow or allow himself to fall for the one woman forbidden to him?
The Lawman: Avenging Angels
by Lyle BrandtDeputy U.S. Marshal Jack Slade does his preaching with bullets. The Prophet claims to be punishing sinners on behalf of the Lord- sending his "Avenging Angels" out to slaughter anyone who doesn't see the light. But it's Slade who's going to deliver the final judgement to the Prophet and his zealots.
The Lawman: Blood Trails
by Lyle BrandtU.S. Marshal Jack Slade puts his honeymoon on hold when a series of slasher murders makes the Wild West a little wilder.
The Lawman: Hanging Judge (Lawman #5)
by Lyle BrandtAs Deputy U.S. Marshal Jack Slade watches the day's condemned men march to the ropes, a shootout takes the life of the hanging judge. A note from the judge's pocket, along with a single matchbox, is all Slade has to track the gunman. As he follows these slim leads, Slade hears ominous tales about the Son of Dixie-and a group of hooded killers he thought long gone. To release their deadly grip on the area, Slade's going to need a sure hand...and a ready gun.
The Lawman: Helltown (Lawman Series #3)
by Lyle BrandtThe return of U.S. Marshal Jack Slade, a hell-raising cowboy who'll stop at nothing for revenge.Hell does indeed exist- U.S. Deputy Marshal Slade can attest to that-and it's in Gehenna, Oklahoma Territory. On any given day there, someone's liable to break the law. Now, two heartless honchos are fighting over the place. And all the decent townspeople have to pray for their lives. The thing is, both tycoons want Slade as their pawn against the other-but the lawdog works for no one. In this battle, it's impossible to know whose side anyone's on. And Slade must be at the ready-or else lose the war.
The Lawman: Manhunt
by Lyle BrandtDeputy U.S. Marshall Jack Slade's on the trail of kith and kin killers. Slade can't help but remember his own murdered twin brother, while trying to keep one outlaw from busting his equally notorious twin out of prison. But with a Colt on his hip, Slade's dead set on making this one hell of a family reunion...
The Lawman: Massacre Trail (Lawman Series #4)
by Lyle BrandtU.S. Deputy Marshal Jack Slade must stop cross-country carnage. The homestead killers have been cutting a bloody swath across Oklahoma Territory, leaving behind a trail of corpses, slaughtering whole families on isolated farms and stealing their livestock. Slade follows the trail of bloodshed to the town of Paradise, where he aims to stop the butchers— before Paradise becomes a hell on earth.
The Lawman: Reckoning
by Lyle BrandtA QUEST FOR VENGEANCE It was the happiest day of Deputy U.S. Marshal Jack Slade's life--until a gang of roughnecks broke it up and shot his bride. Now in a coma, Slade's bride-to-be faces a slim chance for a full recovery. With his heart broken and filled with vengeance, the Lawman sets out to pursue the gang that broke up his Oklahoma wedding and raided the Cherokee reservation. Teaming up with Little Wolf, Slade follows the gang south toward Mexico, passing through the perilous areas of Texas. And as Slade attempts to exact justice for his fiancée, The Lawman will be tempted to break any law that stands in the way...
The Lawman: Slade's Law (Lawman Series #2)
by Lyle BrandtHORROR IN SERENITY Jack Slade, now a deputy U.S. marshal in the lawless Oklahoma Territory, is investigating the mysterious death of fellow marshal Aaron Price near a town called Serenity. But Slade soon learns Serenity is nothing like its name. Strangers who pass through Serenity seem to vanish, or in Price's case, die suddenly and violently. Although Serenity's marshal claims Price was the victim of a rattlesnake bite, a farmer who found the dead man saw marks of a human killer-- namely, bullet holes. No one else in Serenity will talk. When Slade demands that the corpse be exhumed, he's liable to dig up trouble as well as answers...
The Lawman: Trackdown (Lawman #11)
by Lyle BrandtJAILBREAK ON THE TRAIL U.S. Marshal Jack Slade is tasked with escorting four prisoners to Leavenworth, Kansas. It's a 250-mile, ten-day journey across a hot, barren landscape with only a green deputy to help him keep the outlaws in line--and the brooding thoughts of his troubled relationship with Faith Connover to otherwise occupy his mind. When some kin of prisoner Fergus Mayfield ambush the marshals and free the convicts, they make one mistake--leaving Slade alive. Badly wounded, horseless, and unarmed, Slade will stop at nothing to survive the dangers of the desert and pursue the escaped outlaws to the ends of the earth...
The Lawman: White Lightning
by Lyle BrandtA MOONSHINE TRAIL When his fellow U.S. Marshal Bill Tanner is found dead, Jack Slade picks up his trail, hot on a gang of moonshiners. A reformed drinker and gambler himself, Deputy U.S. Marshal Slade vows to uncover the truth behind Tanner's death and pull the plug on the bootleggers--liquor and all! But Slade's pursuit of justice comes with a heavy price: His longtime love, Faith Connover, has a quest of her own. While Slade is off hunting illegal moonshine, Faith makes arrangements to leave Oklahoma territory and head east. But all bets are off when Faith discovers something neither she nor Slade saw coming...