Best Selling Books by Barbara McMahon

Hit the altar trail with Barbara McMahon''s WESTERN WEDDINGS! Jake Morgan is back in town! Two years ago Angel had loved Jake, and she''d even started to believe he cared for her. But then without so much as a word he''d dumped her. She''d had to pick up the pieces of her life and start over. Now with Jake back, Angel''s life is in chaos and, on top of it all, her home and office have been broken into. Jake decides to take her off to the mountains until the perpetrator is caught. But he''s no angel. And, while he might protect her person, heaven knows what he''ll do to her heart! SIMPLY THE BEST. Authors you''ll treasure, books you''ll want to keep!

Home, Sweet Home? When Eliza Shaw was sixteen, her life was torn apart. False accusations meant the only home she’d ever known—a foster home—was destroyed, and she and her two foster sisters were separated. That same year,tragedy struck Cade Bennett, Eliza’s first love, and it ruined their relationship. Twelve years later Eliza returns to the small Mississippi town where she grew up. Seeing her childhood home brings back emotions Eliza hasn’t felt in a long time, and she begins to search for her former foster sisters. Eliza can’t ignore the feelings she still has for Cade, either, even though he blames her for his sister’s death. But as the truth about the past begins to emerge, Cade and Eliza find themselves growing close. Maybe you really can go home again.

When firefighter Cristiano Casali is injured on duty, there is only one place he can think of to recover—Monta Correnti, his home... Estranged from his feuding family and still wounded, Cristiano finds it difficult to start living again—until he meets pretty, warmhearted Mariella and the adorable baby she cares for, Dante.... As Mariella helps Cristiano recuperate and reunite with his family she realizes that she wants a family, too—with Cristiano!

Last chance Molly Forrester''s never held a job longer than six months. Now it''s do or die time. If she can''t find something she''s good at, she''ll have to admit defeat and return to her father''s household and end up marrying some man more interested in her father''s bank account than his only daughter. This time she has to make it work! Yet a cook and housekeeper at a cattle ranch? Even she begins to doubt she can stay the course. Still—she''s the seventh in six months. And it''s her last chance. Cynical and contemptuous When his fiancée proves to be a gold-digging cheat, Josh Hart sends her packing and refuses to see any other woman in a different light. He''ll leave romance to others. Falling for another woman is the last thing he''ll do in this lifetime. He has a ranch to run. Unfortunately his long-time housekeeper left at the same time and over the last year six different women have quit or been fired. But to keep the cowboys on the ranch working, he needs a good cook—and soon. Nothing about Molly Forrester convinces him she''s the right one, but he has no other alternatives at the moment. She can stay—but just until he finds a woman of fifty who can cook and clean and stay out of his way. At least that''s the plan at the start.

Years ago Kassie Montgomery fled her home when attempts were made on her life. Now P.I. Jake Lancaster has found her hiding place and vows to take her back to the family she doesn''t trust. When danger comes to them, Kassie has nowhere else to turn. Can she trust Jake to keep her safe while she attempts to discover who''s trying to kill her and end the threat once and for all?

"Stacey Williams loves children and travel-so accepting gorgeous Luis Aldivista''s offer to look after his adorable twin boys on the Spanish Riviera is a no-brainer. All widower Luis wants is to see his boys smile again, but Stacey''s zest for life is catching! Stacey knows she can get the boys to giggle, but it will be much harder to get the darkly brooding Luis to open up. She''s just the temporary nanny, but now Luis wants her to stay...as permanent nanny...or wife?"--P. [4] of cover.

HITCHED! Husband for hire? Charity Blackstone knew all there was to know about cowboys. After all, she''d married one. Bobby Blackstone, Charity''s feckless husband, had been tragically killed in an accident. The only things he''d left Charity were a ranch and a broken heart. The ranch she was determined to keep. Men like Rafe Carstairs shouldn''t be allowed out in public looking that good. Charity didn''t care what he looked like. Rafe was the only man who could save her ranch. In return for his help, Rafe wanted to get married—to Charity. It wouldn''t have been so bad if Rafe hadn''t been a no-good cowboy. It looked as if history was going to repeat itself…. "A delightful relationship romance that sizzles with emotional intensity." —Affaire de Coeur Hit the altar trail with Barbara McMahon''s WESTERN WEDDINGS! HITCHED!

When the music fades, can her heart find a new rhythm? After years of performing in concert halls around the world, Angelica Cannon has lost the joy that once filled her music. Hoping to rest and rediscover herself, she retreats to the rolling hills of Kentucky. But her quiet plans take an unexpected turn when Kirk Devon, a rugged, thoughtful neighbor, offers his help. Days of laughter and music in the open air bring them closer than either expected. Yet Angelica’s future lies in New York, and Kirk’s roots run deep in Smoky Hollow. When duty calls her back to the city, she must choose between the life she’s built—and the love she’s found. A heartwarming, tender romance about finding peace, passion, and a love that can span any distance.

Three sisters uncover secrets that lead to marriage—with the men of their dreams! Georgia Beaufort is dismayed to find Dev Tolliver watching over his stepfather''s estate—and keeping an eye on the new female gardener! Georgia''s not really a gardener—she''s there for a very different reason—and the last thing she needs is to fall in love with Dev. Once Georgia reveals her deception, she knows he''ll never want to see her again…let alone ask her to marry him!

When Rachel Goodson starts working for Luis Alvares he''s prickly and suspicious. But as they draw closer, and their secrets spill out, Rachel knows Luis''s heart is still with his late wife. So she''s stunned to receive a proposal—Luis wants her to pose as his girlfriend! And soon Luis makes it clear he wants more than just a pretend relationship…. The question is, will he ever make a third, real and romantic, proposal…?

Double trouble! Jared Hunter came back from an overseas trip to discover that he had not one, but two adorable two-year-old daughters he''d known nothing about! Desperate, he begged help from the one employee in his office who knew how to look after children—Cassandra Bowles. It wasn''t long before Cassie fell in love with the twins and Jared, but when he asked her to marry him she was furious! She couldn''t deny the attraction between them, but how could she make him see that marriage had more to do with love than with baby-sitting skills? DADDY BOOM Who says bachelors and babies don''t mix?

For Bethanne Saunders, flying Sheikh Rashid al Harum''s private plane has its perks. When her feet touch the ground it''s on the plush carpet of his sumptuous palace. And just being near gorgeous Rashid makes her feel on cloud nine Bethanne has all the luxury she can handle--until suddenly she''s promoted to princess But the dazzling rock on her finger is a stark reminder that it''s a convenient engagement. Everyone knows sheikhs don''t fall for ordinary girls from Texas....

AN EMPTY NEST… Her only daughter has just gotten married, and now, nearing forty, Sara Simpson is celebrating…her own marriage! It was hard being a single mom, but with her new live-life-to-thefull attitude, she''s jumped headfirst into a whirlwind wedding! NOW SHE''S ACCIDENTALLY PREGNANT! So with her gorgeous new husband, they plan to have fun, travel the world and celebrate their freedom. But then Sara discovers she''s fallen pregnant on their wedding night…

Arabella, Countess of Waverly, was banished to the North of England four years ago by her irate husband. Falsely accused of scandalous behavior weeks into their marriage, she had no recourse but to acquiesce to his harsh decree. Now she''s come into an inheritance which will enable her to return to London. Justin, Earl of Waverly was reported killed by Napoleon''s troops in Spain. When he returns home unexpectedly on the eve of Arabella''s return to London, the sparks fly. Scandal is one thing Justin refuses to allow taint his name. She is determined to set up her own establishment in London. Which would feed the gossip he is trying to avoid. They strike an agreement. He will lend his countenance if she will agree to behave with propriety and assist in launching his younger sister to the ton. Justin vows he will watch her every move. Arabella cautiously agrees, determined to find a way to clear her in her husband''s eyes and prove once and for all she was innocent of the scandalous behavior he believes of her.

Three sisters uncover secrets that lead to marriage—with the men of their dreams! Marrying Margot Beaufort had been the happiest event of Rand Marstall''s life, but when she lost their baby their marriage had fallen apart. So when Rand turned up five years later to see if they still had a chance together, Margot was stunned. She realized she still loved Rand, but she knew that being his wife again would mean trying for another baby…

The path to true love doesn’t always run smoothly. Yet doesn’t love deserve a second chance? Join former sweethearts who went their separate ways years ago and now reunite and take a chance to rekindle that special love despite all obstacles past and present. If you enjoy second chance romance, you’ll love this sweet reunion box set. Delve into this box set today.

After risking his life to save a little boy, handsome widower Tate Johnson becomes the biggest hero in town. Even nurse Faith Stewart, who''s long since given up her romantic dreams, can''t help falling for the brave sheriff. Her former fiancé broke her heart when he walked away, so she''s resolved to start fresh in small Rocky Point, Maine. She quickly notices that Tate is a hero to everyone but himself. Just as Faith''s heart is opening, Tate''s remains as guarded and closed as ever. Unless a promise made in Rocky Point can bring these two hearts together permanently.

Kori: How do I face the entire company celebrating the new account after being dumped by my coworker? Pretend to have a new man in my life? When I run that idea by the bartender who''s giving me Dutch courage, he has just the new man for me. And what a hottie! I’m skeptical, but the stranger assures me he can play the role. Especially when his ex shows up and–instant new couple, him and me. We can pretend for one night. Then I never need to see him again. Beau: Anyone can play the part of devoted lover for one night. But when newspapers pick up on the new woman in my life, it gets really complicated. Now we need to pretend for a while longer. Is it a bit arrogant of me to think Kori would comply without something in return? Which makes it more complicated. And what happens if I want to change the arrangement? If you love pretend engagement stories, you’ll be delighted with Billionaire''s Betrothal. Delve into your copy today!

Caroline’s life fell apart when she miscarried their baby. Returning to the Talmadge family home to recuperate, she desperately wants her husband to come after her, but he never makes the attempt. After several months, she regroups, moves on and sets out to rebuild her life. The only way Brandon knew how to deal with his grief was to throw himself into work. That hard work paid off. Now his software firm is set to double in size and income in the next few months. It’s time to wrap up things with his wife whom he hasn’t heard from in five years. He arrives at the Talmage family home at a crucial time—Caroline’s just discovered the depths of deception her recently deceased grandmother was capable of. Shocked at what she’s learned, she didn’t need the added complication Brandon''s arrival brought. Five years apart is no small obstacle. Can they bridge the gap—or have both moved too far apart to ever recapture the love they once shared? If you like emotional reunion stories of star-crossed lovers, you’ll love Letters to Caroline. Buy Letters to Caroline today to escape to where love can find a way.

Destination Romance is a boxed set of three books by bestselling author Barbara McMahon. Books included: Island Rendezvous Katie Donovan kicks over the traces of her loveless marriage and heads for Key West to start a new life in the sun and fun of the beach. To her shock, her husband follows and demands she return home to Boston. Digging in Katie refuses, and so starts an unusual courtship by a man who was too busy before, but now determined not to lose his wife. Island Paradise Stranded on an exotic island in the south Pacific, Mary-Kate is enchanted with the island, the people she meets and their slower way of life. Too bad she isn’t as enchanted with the island’s stern owner. Her attempts to leave are constantly delayed. Then just when she’s about to change her mind about wanting to leave, the way is clear. Now what’s a woman to do–leave the man she’s fallen for behind, or stay where she’s not wanted? Come Into The Sun Sent from the family estate in England a decade ago by a overly strict, unforgiving grandfather, Alexis Kent has led a life of adventure in the Caribbean working on sail boats and catching work wherever she can. A recent unfortunate turn of events has her signing on as the sole crew member for an eccentric writer who wants nothing to do with civilization, just to be left alone to write. Neither expected the sparks that flew.