New Releases by DIANA PALMER

THE SECOND TIME AROUND As a young secretary, Ivy McKenzie fell hopelessly in love with tycoon Ryder Calaway. But the searing passion that sizzled between them—and Ryder''s cool rejection—sent innocent Ivy running. Now, five years later, Ivy discovered that Ryder''s magnetic virility was still as daunting—and harder than ever to evade. Jet-setter Ryder had always gotten what he wanted—except for Ivy. For years, he''d waited for her, longed for her. Now she was free, and Ryder''s patience was at an end. This time, he vowed to make her irrevocably his. Given this precious second chance, could he convince sweet Ivy that the best was yet to come?

A Chicago executive sets his sights on acquiring a free-spirited beauty in this classic romance by the New York Times–bestselling author. Chairman of the board Worth Carson had been none too pleased when beautiful Amelia Glenn walked into his office wearing only a trench coat and belly-dancer costume. While revenge had been the primary goal in Worth''s mind as he sought out the mystery woman, all thoughts of getting even soon vanished. A free spirit who couldn''t resist a dare, Amelia didn''t know that baiting a man like Worth was rather like baiting a grizzly bear. Or guess that a tiny misunderstanding with the police and getting fired from her job were both part of an unorthodox strategy to get her into his lair . . . First published in 1985.

A cool cowboy reignites the fire within a weary divorcée in this classic romance from a New York Times–bestselling author. A vacation at her godmother''s ranch near Abilene would have been the perfect place for Maggie Turner to escape her ex-husband''s threats. Perfect, that is, if it hadn''t been for Gabe Coleman. Tall, lithe and lean, he was just as blunt, rude—and powerfully sensual—as he''d been ten years ago. His cold formality gave her the goose bumps. And his icy blue eyes watched her like those of a hungry cat—daring her to look beneath his savage surface. She thought marriage had cured her of desire. Then the raging passions of a Texas cowboy gave her a new lease on love. First published in 1987.

Seven years ago Amanda Carson watched her affluent, well–respected family lose both face and fortune. Then her childhood crush–ice–cold cowboy Jace Whitehall–made her an offer she had to refuse. Now Amanda has returned to Casa Verde, Jace''s luxurious home. And Jace isn''t about to let her forget who she is or what she''s lost. Yet beneath their heated words, something simmers, waiting. For what once drove Amanda from this land may be the one thing that can make her stay.

When Erin Scott left Ty Wade, she''d vowed never to return. Because of him she''d wrecked her car, her career–and lost their baby. And now Ty wanted her back. Without her, jobs would be lost. The future of the Staghorn Ranch depended on her return. Erin cared deeply for the devoted staff of his ranch. But how could she face the man she most hated–the man with a heart of stone and a will as tough as rawhide?

She''d met Eric Van Meer entirely by chance during an unforgettable vacation in Mexico, and with reckless abandon, she''d agreed to marry the mysterious blond stranger. Dani St. Clair, prim southern bookseller, had experienced a passion that exceeded even those in her cherished romantic novels—until a hijacked plane and a daring rescue by Eric revealed his true nature and dangerous work. He said he needed freedom, yet he''d married her. He said he hated women, yet he tenderly conquered her heart. Was it possible to meet a soldier of fortune on the battleground of passion and win the war of love?

Two loners fight to overcome their haunted pasts in this fan-favorite story from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer Allison Hathoway devoted herself to helping others…until life as she knew it was snatched away from her. Now, all she wants is to hide away from the world, licking her wounds. But one rogue cowboy might change all that for good. When Gene Nelson discovered the scandalous truth about his family, he realized his whole life was a lie. Ever since, he’s been footloose and reckless with his reputation. There’s something different about secretive Allison, though, even if his heart warns him away…at all costs. Originally published in 1990.

Sassy Peale distrusts John Callister after discovering that he is a millionaire from a powerful family, not a ranch foreman, and Maggie Taylor tries to resist her attraction to lawman Nate Griffith, who has a very dangerous job.

The life of a paid mercenary makes sense to Special Forces Officer Winslow Grange. The jungles of South America may make his former job as a ranch manager for his friend Jay Pendleton look like a cakewalk, but it''s nothing that the former Green Beret can''t handle. A woman''s heart, however-that''s dangerous territory. Back in Texas, Grange''s biggest problem was avoiding Peg Larson and all the complications being attracted to the daughter of his foreman would entail. Now Grange will need all his training to help General Emilio Machado gain control of the tiny South American nation of Barrera; when Peg arrives unannounced, she''s a distraction he can''t avoid. She''s determined to show Grange she can be useful on and off the battlefield. Once she breaks through his armor, traversing the wilds of the Amazon will prove an easier task than defending himself against her winning charms.

Coworkers, acquaintances and former lovers know Rourke Kilpatrick as a dashing district attorney who doesn’t let emotions get in his way. If he breaks a heart or bends the law to prosecute a criminal, he does so without apology. That’s why he is the first person twenty-four-year-old Rebecca Cullen calls for advice when the younger brother she’s been forced to raise by herself gets arrested on trumped-up drug charges. To her surprise, Rourke returns her call, and displays a sympathy that seems totally at odds with his reputation. One night, their lips finally meet, and all Rebecca wants is to feel Rourke’s arms around her—forever. But is she the one woman to break through Rourke’s protective barriers, or is the man she’s falling in love with just using her to investigate a crime? Does Rebecca dare trust someone who has the power to destroy her family…and break her heart?

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Tough and relentless, Cord Romero lives for the adrenaline rush that comes with being a mercenary for hire. But this time the job is personal. Having barely survived a murder attempt from an elusive enemy, Cord is determined to neutralize his foe—the head of a multinational corporation that fronts a child labor ring. In order to get closer to his target, Cord joins forces with the Lassiter Detective Agency, where he''s reunited with his childhood friend Maggie Barton. Maggie is no longer the impressionable young woman he once knew. She is now strong, independent and in charge of her own life—and, professionally, Cord''s equal. She has one vulnerability: a tragic secret from her past that threatens her relationship with Cord…and sets her up as a pawn for his deadly enemy. Cord cannot afford to be distracted during the most important case of his life. But Maggie plays an indispensable part in unraveling the links to his enemy''s crimes. Forced to trust each other for their very survival, Cord and Maggie embark on a lethal game of cat and mouse that can leave only one winner standing.

Her love for him was like a paper rose, which longed for the magic to make it real… Compellingly handsome Tate Winthrop once boldly came to Cecily Peterson’s rescue. Her devotion to him knew no bounds, but since the fiercely proud Native American refused to consider a mixed marriage, their passion remained unfulfilled. Shattered by Tate’s rejection, Cecily had been forced to leave the man of her dreams. Now she was back and destined to win. But when Tate becomes caught in the middle of a shocking political scandal, she realizes they need each other now, more than ever. And this time it is Cecily, a woman embarking on a brilliant career, who comes to his rescue and attempts to shield the man she loves from a devastating secret that could destroy his life….

Since Jeremiah Cortez broke her heart, Phoebe Keller has devoted herself to her career. As an expert in Native American culture, she has her doubts when an anthropologist claims to have discovered priceless artifacts on a nearby reservation. But before Phoebe can pursue the matter, the professor in question turns up dead—and the FBI sends Cortez to investigate. Cortez thought he''d left the past behind him—especially his history with Phoebe. Once, she''d sparked his world-weary soul…but he''d had to walk away. Now, seeing the blonde beauty digs up feelings he''d thought buried for good. But he must keep his emotions in check—he has secrets…and one of them revolves around a child with eyes as dark as his own. As they find themselves entangled in a world of conspiracy and deception, they''ll discover something more powerful than anything they''ve ever known—love.

New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Diana Palmer presents a classic romance about a woman with big dreams and a man who has nothing left to believe in…except her Tess Meredith and Raven Following grew up on the beautiful, wild Montana plains. But their friendship and love were doomed by Raven''s Sioux heritage…and his departure from the land of his people. In Chicago, he built a new life, haunted by thoughts of the lovely, spirited young girl he''d left behind. Until she arrived back in his world—bringing with her the past he''d tried to bury. But Tess had changed, too. She''d matured into a woman, and was determined to fight for her rights in society—and for the love of a man who felt he was savage at heart….

She came to take his company...but would she lose her heart instead?

Penelope Mathews had spent her entire adolescence worshipping the elusive C. C. Tremayne—from afar. Until one night, trying to protect the mysterious loner from landing in a Mexican jail after he had drunk a little too much, Pepi was forced to seek refuge in a wedding chapel—and wound up going one step further by emerging as Mrs. Connal Cade Tremayne! When C.C. realized what had happened, he was outraged—the last thing he needed was a shy virgin on his hands. The marriage was off; he''d see to an annulment immediately. Yet the more time he spent with Pepi, the more he realized he didn''t want a divorce… he wanted forever.

Sparks flew the moment Kasie Mayfield arrived at Gil Callister''s sprawling Montana ranch to temporarily care for his two adorable daughters. Yet never in her wildest dreams did the innocent young woman imagine that her formidable new boss would sweep her off her feet with his potent charm. Before long, she was so deeply in love that it made her heart ache. But how did he feel? The enigmatic rancher was so difficult to read. Still, she couldn''t imagine spending her life with anyone but Gil. Could Kasie convince the hard-edged widower that a circle of gold belonged on her finger?

"As the holiday season approached, the residents of Jacobsville were whispering about Janie Brewster''s hopeless crush on Leo Hart. Up till now, all her efforts to lasso the dynamic cattleman had crumbled quicker than those mouthwatering biscuits the Hart men coveted. However, this time the starry-eyed debutante had come up with the perfect self-improvement campaign to dazzle Leo--she''d become a courageous cowgirl! Still, her sudden transformation seemed to rouse Leo''s formidable temper more than ever. But was it tender yearning--not dark disdain--that gleamed in his eyes when they kissed beneath the mistletoe? Could the last Hart bachelor be on the verge of taking Janie as his bride?"--Publisher.

Follow New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer to Medicine Ridge, Montana, and meet Police Chief Theodore Graves—a man as rugged as the land he passionately wants to claim as his own. Only one thing stands in his way, a feisty woman who is prepared to meet his challenge. Sparks fly as they go toe-to-toe, but can the man with a will of steel finally learn what it means to bend?

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Callaghan''s Bride by Diana Palmer released on Sep 1, 2009 is available now for purchase.

Three years ago, spirited reporter Dana Meredith had ruined—and lost—the only man she''d ever loved. Now businessman Adrian Devereaux seemed bent on evening the score with the woman who''d cost him his empire—and his heart. Dana felt as though she was facing time in hell and her boss was the devil himself! And yet...there were those precious moments when Adrian swept Dana off her feet with his exquisite tenderness. Could Adrian have already attacked...with sweet intent?

Shelby Kane wasn''t about to let her friend''s bossy brother run off his family''s ranch again! And Kingston Brannt kept a tight rein on his volcanic desires, but made it abundantly clear that he resented Shelby''s sweetly distracting presence--and the fiery passion she stirred in him. Although the ruggedly handsome, impossibly stubborn cowboy fought their explosive attraction at every turn, somehow his brooding, blustery ways made him even more irresistible to a starry-eyed Shelby. Now the jaded Texas bachelor was about to learn a mighty big lesson in love from the very woman he scorned!

Garet Cambridge was the most compelling man Kathryn Summers had ever met. Tall, dark, commanding...and now blinded by a twist of fate. Kathryn was torn by regret and guilt for she had caused the unavoidable accident that had cost him his sight. She vowed to repay her debt to him and spent endless hours of work as his assistant. Kathryn knew if Garet discovered the truth, she''d lose him forever. But she was bound by a promise...and bound by love.

Rancher Jared Cameron was a mystery to everyone in Jacobsville, Texas…and he liked it that way. Only sweet-natured bookseller Sara dared to intrude on his privacy—informing the loner that a book on ogres might be more appropriate for a man of his qualities. Charmed by her audaciousness, Jared seduced the town''s plain Jane. But their burgeoning relationship soon thrust Sara into Jared''s hidden world of intrigue. Now the iron cowboy had to steel himself for the fight of his life…and his heart.

Presents two romances set under the hot Texas sun on neighboring cattle ranches.

Handsome, eligible ranch owner Stuart York was not one to mince words. Ivy Conley, his younger sister''s best friend, found out the hard way. During a night''s stay at his Jacobsville ranch, Ivy wound up in Stuart''s arms. The resulting fireworks singed them both...and knowing she was too young, Stuart closed his heart to her. Now, years later, Ivy is determined not to be treated like a little girl anymore. Although still an innocent, Ivy knows she has to fight her own battles, but for some reason Stuart is always fighting them for her, and keeping her from harm. And, safe in Stuart''s arms, Ivy feels like a woman-a woman who belongs to him.