Most Popular Books by Barbara Mcmahon

Three years ago, Kylee''s world shattered when her husband tragically died in a climbing accident. And yet, ironically, his final gift to her was an inn on the edge of a treacherous cliff, catering to thrill-seeking rock climbers. The constant presence of towering mountains and steep cliffs only serves as a painful reminder of her loss, but she soldiers on for the sake of their shared dream. When Shawn Walker arrives, a skilled climber seeking new challenges in these unforgiving cliffs, he’s intrigued with the pretty inn keeper. As he scales the rocky faces and pushes himself to the limit, he finds temporary refuge from the heartache of losing his own family three years prior. But it''s not just the adrenaline rush that keeps him at the inn - it''s the kind-hearted owner and her charming young son who have captured his attention. Despite knowing that their time together is limited, Shawn can''t resist extending his stay for another week. He knows they can never become a couple, but he clings to the fleeting moments with them as long as he can. Will he be able to let go once his vacation is over, or will he risk everything for a chance at something more?

Promoted and pregnant! Life is about choices—but, as Anna Larkin knows, sometimes life makes those choices for you. Knowing she can never have children, Anna has thrown herself into a high-flying career. She''s poised for promotion when in walks her new CEO…the man who broke her heart a few weeks ago! As soon as Tanner realized he was going to be Anna''s new boss he ended things—for both their sakes. He knows business and romance don''t mix—and Anna agrees.… But then Anna discovers that a little miracle has happened—and it changes everything!

Once they were blissfully married… For ten years Heather Jackson has tried to forget she was once a loving young wife. She had to make an impossible decision between her family or her husband—it was her marriage she was forced to sacrifice. Then they were unhappily divorced… But now Heather''s ex-husband is back. She can see that Hunter is still hurting—he doesn''t understand why Heather walked out on their marriage. Even when she confesses the truth, it seems too much has happened for a reconciliation. But Heather can see the attraction is still there—and, deep down, so is the love.

Free At Last Wrongly convicted for a crime she didn''t commit, Abby is free after years in prison. Her entire world had been shattered, can she pick up the pieces and begin again? Worst Nightmare A prosecutor''s worst nightmare–winning the conviction of an innocent woman. How can he ever make amends? Retribution or forgiveness? Ethan does all he can to make up for ruining a young woman''s life. Can it ever be enough? Will Abby seek revenge or let the past go and look only toward the future?

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.

Fake fiancée! It was Mike Black''s job to keep Candee safe until she testified in court. But his idea of protection meant hiding out with her at his brother''s ranch and pretending she was his fiancée! Candee was not impressed—she was a city girl, and confinement in the country was not her idea of fun. The only compensation was living with Mike, but he knew better than to get involved with an irresistible, bubbly blonde. Past experience had taught him it could only lead to one thing: trouble!

Fresh Start is a program for young offenders to reintegrate into society. Fortunately there’s no age limit, so I was accepted when I signed up. Anything to get out of jail early. Only I didn’t expect to find the woman who owns the ranch I’m assigned to be so attractive. She fascinates me, though I swore off women forever after the hell I’ve been through.

Seeing that unmistakably blue line staring up at her from a pregnancy test should have been the happiest day of Amber Woodworth''s life. But it was also the same day she discovered she was a widow…. Now Amber is making a new life for herself, as an independent, single mom-to-be. Her new neighbor, Adam Carruthers, is a sexy fireman who''s devoted his life to rescuing people. Amber''s determined not to get involved again—especially with a man who puts his life on the line—every day….

Leigh Gaffney never meant to fall for Cooper Bryant again. But one look at her childhood crush—the boy next door turned handsome lawyer—and her heart forgets all the reasons she told herself she was immune. Returning to Willow Creek to regroup after losing her job in New York, Leigh finds comfort in her great-grandmother’s old journal—full of charming “instructions” for winning a man’s heart. Just for fun, she tries a few out on Cooper... and to her surprise, they work. But when Cooper discovers her secret, he feels tricked—and she must find a way to prove her love is real. A heartwarming small-town romance about rediscovering home, hope, and the one man who was always meant to be hers.

BACHELOR TERRITORY Unsuitable…but irresistible! Marc wanted a sleep, sophisticated woman from the right social background to marry and have children with, but he was finding it practically impossible! He was finally offered a solution in the guise of fun-loving Rennie Morgan, who certainly wasn''t suitable herself—but had lots of eligible friends! Marc suggested that in return for his canceling a business debt she owed him, she should help him choose a bride. It seemed like a great idea—until he started thinking more about kissing Rennie than he did about finding his perfect wife! There are two sides to every story…and now it''s his turn!

Seven years ago, Penny Robinson fell in love with Nicholas Quinn—but life had other plans. Nicholas vanished when he discovered he had a daughter to care for, leaving Penny with a broken heart. Now, fate brings them back together. Nicholas needs Penny for a summer trip to California, caring for his teen daughter while he handles business. Three weeks under the sun, hiking the Sierra trails, and exploring San Francisco reignite a spark neither can ignore. But just when Penny thinks love might finally have a second chance, a twist of fate threatens to tear them apart again. Can they find the courage to trust and love once more?

Rachel goes to Spain, a country she’s always admired, after having a fight with her father. She has two goals: to find her mother, who she was told had died, and to get out of her marriage of convenience. Needing money for her trip, she decides to work as a secretary for Luis, who owns a gray castle on a hill. He has black hair and smoky, quartz-colored eyes that hint at danger, but she can’t keep her eyes off him. Secretary and boss?both have their own untold secrets, but will they stay secret when a passionate love flares up between them?

Looking for forgiveness… When Jo Hunter was sixteen, she told a lie that changed the course of her life and the lives of her two foster sisters. Now she’s home to make things right. She needs to make peace with Maddie Oglethorpe, the only mother she’s ever known. Jo is used to people not believing in her, but when Sheriff Sam Witt doubts her story, for some reason it hurts more than she ever could have expected.

When single father Ty Garland hires Maddie Wallace as nanny for the daughter he just discovered, it''s only temporary. He thinks she''s just a glamorous city girl in borrowed cowgirl boots, He knows the type and expects her to hightail it back to Fort Worth the minute she sorts out her family secrets.

Zoe Blackstone has always wanted to be a mother—but a looming medical condition has placed a cruel deadline on her dreams. With time running out, she knows she needs a partner who’s willing to help her become a mom before it’s too late. She never expected that person to be her boss. Jedidiah Cal Callahan is grieving the loss of his last remaining family member. When Zoe confides in him about her ticking clock, he offers a solution: they’ll get married in secret and try for a baby together. No strings. No expectations. Just a practical arrangement between two adults. But as their secret marriage deepens into something more, their hearts get tangled in the most unexpected ways. And when it seems the dream of a baby might not come true after all, they discover that love—real, lasting love—was the true miracle they never saw coming.

After Shannon’s husband, Alan, who was twenty-five years her senior, contracted a terminal illness, rumors began to circulate that she’s a fortune hunter who married him for his money. But nothing could be further from the truth; she loves him with all her heart. Just before he passes, he urges her to go to his business partner, Jase Pembrooke, and marry him. Handsome, charming and brimming with confidence, Jase is certainly the sort of man a woman could fall for, but Shannon is too faithful to Alan to even think of pursuing a new romance. Still, after she inherits Alan’s half of the company, Shannon and Jase become comanagers…and true love begins to bloom between them...

For a brief and shining moment last summer, Cath Norris believed she had found her dream man. But with the suddenness of a lightning bolt, he vanished from her life without a trace. Fortunately for Cath, she still had her job to help keep her feet on the ground—that is until one stormy morning when the new CEO arrives at work…Trace Williams, the man she''d recently fallen head-over-heels in love with. It turns out Trace had followed his own rule once he discovered where she worked: never date a subordinate. The situation becomes especially complicated when Cath discovers that she''s pregnant—and it can only be Trace''s baby. When the two come face-to-face to discuss the future of their unborn child, sparks begin to fly! Will these star-crossed lovers find an unexpected way to make it work? If you''re a fan of surprise babies, sweet romances and unconventional happy endings, you won''t want to miss this charming story! Download your copy today.

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!

Bitter ending Ten years ago Sara severed all ties with her high school sweetheart after a tragic accident. Distrustful of her own emotions and judgment, she focused on building her horse training business and ignoring all romantic overtures since then. Moving on Devastated by the rejection from Sara, Ethan moved on with life, gaining experience and knowledge to run his own ranch when he inherits the one adjacent to Sara''s. Secrets Revealed Will secrets revealed enable Sara and Ethan to find a way to coexist peacefully despite the anger and tragedy that flooded their past? Or is something more in their future?