Best Selling Books by Diana Palmer

Revisit a tale of unexpected family and love from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer Blake Donavan is a loner, and he likes it that way. There’s no room in his life for love …that is, until a little girl shows up on his doorstep and calls him “Daddy”! As a bewildered Blake struggles to come to terms with newfound fatherhood, he’s thrown for another loop. The woman he loved and lost, Meredith Blake, is back in town. And there might just be a chance for Blake and Meredith to give family a second chance…

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?

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….

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.

New York Times–bestselling author: Colorado winters are rugged and cold, but there’s nothing like a cowboy’s warm kiss to ignite the spirit of the season . . . Originally published in the collection Christmas with My Cowboy Meadow Dawson needs Santa to deliver a solution to her management of the enormous Colorado ranch she’s inherited. YouTube videos just aren’t going to cut it. Too bad she’s not on speaking terms with the one man who can help her out . . . Cattleman Dal Blake just wants his too pretty, too clumsy, and too inexperienced neighbor’s dog to quit digging under his fence. But this Christmas, the unexpected gift of love will surprise them both. “No one beats this author for sensual anticipation.” —Rave Reviews

For Gabby Darwin, working as a paralegal for one of the most famous criminal lawyers in Chicago was a full-time job. J.D. was demanding, and never gave Gabby a thought—until the unforeseen happened and they were on a secret mission to Central America to track down terrorist kidnappers. There, Gabby saw J. D.''s wildest, most dangerous side. She found out about his mercenary past, and saw real hunger for her growing in his dark, indulgent eyes. And she''d thought he was such a civilized man! Already J. D. had taken Gabby''s heart, leaving her helpless with fear and breathless with desire….

New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer serves up HUNTER, a fan-favorite Man of the Month, for your reading pleasure! Phillip Hunter is a strong, independent loner who bears his Native-American heritage with pride. He’s also able to overcome the most life-threatening dangers with ease. But his next assignment as chief of security for a top-secret operation brings him into contact with geologist Jennifer Marist. Suddenly, Hunter finds himself tempted to overstep his orders to protect Jenny from all danger and take her into his arms… The mission soon proves the ultimate challenge of his career—spending a week on the rugged Arizona plains with the one woman he yearns for above all others, and the one he is determined to keep at arm’s length. But Hunter never planned on facing the allure of Jenny''s wild, sweet passion—or on discovering a love he''d never dared dream could be his.

"Ranch owner Cane Kirk lost more than his arm in the war. He lost his way, battling his inner demons by challenging any cowboy unfortunate enough to get in his way. No one seems to be able to cool him down, except beautiful Bodie Mays. Bodie doesn''t mind saving Cane from himself, even if he is a little too tempting for her own peace of mind. But soon Bodie''s the one who finds herself in need of rescuing--only, she''s afraid to tell Cane what''s really going on. How can she trust someone as unpredictable as this fierce cowboy? When her silence only ends up getting her into even deeper hot water, it''s up to Cane to save the day. And if he does it right, he won''t be riding off into the sunset alone"--Publisher.

Fall in love with Diana Palmer''s fan-favorite story, BLIND PROMISES! Dana Steele''s new patient, Gannon van der Vere, is a tough customer. He had run off his last four nurses, but Dana''s determined she won''t be the next on that list. A powerful entrepreneur until a devastating accident left his future in doubt, Gannon raged at all who approached him. Dana hoped to light a candle in his darkness—and to escape from the shadows in her own past. But when she fell in love with her curmudgeonly employer, Dana''s challenge was no longer strictly professional. Could Dana and Gannon heal to find a true happily-ever-after?

Return to Wyoming as New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer revisits three classic romances. Wyoming Tough Ranch owner Mallory Kirk knows what it means to put in a full day’s work. But does his new cowgirl? He has his doubts that Morie Brannt will be able to pull her own weight. As they spar over events at the ranch, sparks begin to fly, and Morie starts to see Mallory in a new light. But is this tough Wyoming man ready to love? Wyoming Fierce ane Kirk lost more than his arm in the war. He lost his way, challenging any cowboy who gets in his way. No one seems to be able to stop him, except beautiful Bodie Mays. Bodie doesn’t mind saving Cane from himself. But soon she’s the one who finds herself in need of rescuing. Can she trust this fierce, rugged cowboy to save the day? Wyoming Bold Former border agent Dalton Kirk thought his life was over when a gang of smugglers left him for dead. But he survives and returns to his Wyoming ranch ready for a peaceful life. Until lovely Merissa Baker knocks on his door. Merissa’s had visions that Dalton’s in danger again. Can Dalton set aside his cowboy logic and trust in the unknown with Merissa at his side? Previously published in 2011, 2012, 2013

Texas Ranger Judd Dunn and Christabel Gaines find their marriage of convenience slowly evolving into a union of undeniable passion, but when a mysterious enemy enters their lives, their newfound love is endangered.

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

When Paul Fiore disappeared from Isabel Grayling''s life, he told himself it was for all the right reasons. She was young and innocent, and he was her millionaire father''s lowly employee. Three years on, Paul is the FBI agent assigned to Isabel''s case. Too late, he realizes what life in her Texas mansion was really like back then - and how much damage he did when he left.

A fan-favorite contemporary romance from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer "Retired" soldier of fortune Ebenezer Scott was a bad boy to the core. Schoolteacher Sally Johnson was the fresh scrubbed beauty from across the street. When Sally''s life was put in danger, Ebenezer fought to protect her. But this sweet-natured beauty yearned for so much more. She dreamed of a lifetime of love in Ebenezer Scott''s big, strong arms. Could she slip through his ironclad defenses and become this beloved mercenary''s bride? Previously published.

From New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer come three fan-favorite tales of passion, peril and true love… Soldier of Fortune Ex-mercenary J. D. Brettman has vowed to rescue his abducted sister at any cost. But he needs his trusty assistant, Gabby Darwin. In the lawless tropical forests, they share danger and desire. There, Gabby faces J.D.''s demons—and learns that her love is his truest enemy of all. The Tender Stranger As a mercenary, Eric Van Meer lives life on the edge—which is why Dani St. Clair intrigues him so. The gentle beauty poses a threat to his hard-fought control. Eric knows Dani is a forever kind of woman…so he proposes. And all the danger in his life is nothing compared to what his heart faces when she accepts! Enamored Diego Laremos never forgot his ex-wife, Melissa, who fled their unhappy marriage. He loathes himself for driving her away, but when Melissa reenters his life, his hope for a future with her is renewed. And while Melissa still adores Diego, she has to come clean about a long-ago lie to prove that she''s still his one true love.

Micah Steele is forced to pick up his gun once again when Callie Kirby, a woman from his past, is kidnapped by his sworn enemy, and Lily Germaine helps Noah Laramie get his life back on track after he loses an arm in Afghanistan.

Suspenseful and sexy, here is one of New York Times bestselling contemporary western romance author Diana Palmer’s celebrated Colorado novellas. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Colorado, this suspenseful and sexy novella from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer tells the tale of a solitary cowboy whose peace is interrupted—and wild heart tamed—by an intriguing stranger who brings a new kind of danger to his door . . . Fleeing her mother’s killer, Esther Marist ends up at a rugged stranger’s cabin. A wildlife rehabilitator with a menagerie that includes an elderly wolf, Matthews isn’t the type to turn any creature away . . . As Esther heals, she realizes how much danger she’s brought to his door—and how far he’ll go to protect her. “You just can''t do better than a Diana Palmer story to make your heart lighter and smile brighter.” —Fresh Fiction

He was everything Tiffany Blair wanted. He was danger. He was loveand she was meant to spend forever with him. Trouble was, Kingman Marshall insisted marriage was for fools. But for better, for worse, Tiffany vowed she''d walk down the aisle as King''s bride.

Revisit a classic Men of Medicine Ridge romance from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer Sparks fly the moment Kasie Mayfield arrives at Gil Callister’s sprawling Montana ranch to care for his two adorable daughters. Yet never in her wildest dreams does the young woman imagine that her formidable new boss might sweep her off her feet with his potent charm. Before long, she falls in love so deeply that her heart aches. But how does he feel? The enigmatic rancher is impossible to read, but can Kasie convince the hard-edged widower that a circle of gold belongs on her finger forever? Originally published in 2000

A cowboy through and through, ranch owner Mallory Kirk knows what it means to put in a full day''s work. But does his new cowgirl? He has his doubts that Morie Brannt will be able to pull her own weight, even if the petite young woman does seem to have a lot of spirit. As they spar over events at the ranch and a past that threatens their hopes for the future, sparks begin to fly, and Mallory can''t help but notice Morie in a new light. But is this tough Wyoming man ready to love?

Can a city girl find love with a country cowboy? Find out in this classic romance from New York Times bestseller Diana Palmer Living and working in New York, Jennifer King is wholly engrossed in her hectic, fast-paced life. So when a sudden illness robs her of her beloved job, Jennifer jumps at the chance to work again—albeit in a different setting. She heads to a Texas ranch for a working vacation. But life with Everett Culhane, the brooding, dark-eyed owner of the Circle C Ranch, is anything but easy. According to him, their lives are two worlds apart—and they have nothing in common. But when he takes her in his arms and brands her lips with his, Jennifer knows the passion between them is real: and that she must make this headstrong cowboy her own.

"The popular Palmer has penned another winning novel, a perfect blend of romance and suspense." —Booklist on Lawman He''s sworn to keep her safe As her heart and her life are in danger Mercenary by name and by nature, Carson keeps to himself. He never keeps women around long enough for anything emotional to develop. But working on a complex murder investigation provides Carson with another kind of distraction—his friend''s sweet and innocent secretary, Carlie Blair. Then Carlie lands in deep trouble. She''s witnessed something she shouldn’t have, and now the face of a criminal is stored permanently in her photographic memory. As a result, she becomes the key piece of evidence that could implicate a popular politician in a deadly case. Her only protection is Carson—the man whose presence sets her body ablaze. But when she learns that Carson is more than just a tough guy, Carlie realizes she’s endangered herself further. Because now her only chance to live means losing her heart to the most dangerous kind of man… Long, Tall Texans Book 1: Desperado Book 2: Iron Cowboy Book 3: The Maverick Book 4: Winter Roses Book 5: Cattleman''s Pride Book 6: Carrera''s Bride Book 7: Boss Man Book 8: LORD OF THE DESERT Book 9: Evan Book 10: Donavan Book 11: Long, Tall Texans: Grant Book 12: Long, Tall Texans: Justin Book 13: Long, Tall Texans: Tyler Book 14: Long, Tall Texans: Connal Book 15: Long, Tall Texans: Harden Book 16: Long, Tall Texans: Calhoun Book 17: Long, Tall Texans: Quinn Book 18: Long, Tall Texans: Ethan Book 19: Emmett Book 20: Long, Tall Texans: Regan Book 21: Long, Tall Texans: Todd Book 22: Long, Tall Texans: Hank Book 23: Coltrain''s Proposal Book 24: Long, Tall Texans: Tom Book 25: Long, Tall Texans: Drew Book 26: Long, Tall Texans: Jobe Book 27: The Princess Bride Book 28: Beloved Book 29: Callaghan''s Bride Book 30: Long, Tall Texans: Guy Book 31: Long, Tall Texans: Luke Book 32: Long, Tall Texans: Christopher Book 33: MATT CALDWELL: TEXAS TYCOON Book 34: The Texas Ranger Book 35: A Man of Means Book 36: Lionhearted Book 37: Man in Control Book 38: The Founding Father Book 39: Long, Tall Texans: Renegade Book 40: Long, Tall Texans: Bentley Book 41: Defender Book 42: Unbridled Book 43: Unleashed Book 44: Texas Proud Book 45: Notorious Book 46: The Loner

Love under the Texan sky Underneath her bubbly carefree facade, there was more—much more—to the champagne girl. Catherine Blake had high personal standards, including a sense of duty to her widowed mother, which brought her back to Comanche Flats, the family ranch. Once she''d returned, her stepbrother, Matt Kincaid, only complicated matters. Matt demanded that she stay on at the ranch, under his watchful eye. But Catherine had a job offer waiting for her in New York City. There was only one thing that could keep her on a dusty cattle ranch in Texas—the love of the rangiest cowboy in the Lone Star State!

A PRICELESS FIND John Callister and his brother had built a ranching empire in Montana.They''d made their fortune—and they''d made Callister a household name. But now John wants something he can call his own. So he starts over—without the Callister name—vowing to polish a run-down spread in the small, sleepy town of Hollister into a jewel. But the jewel he uncovers isn''t a ranch. Sassy Peale is pretty and shy with far too much responsibility on her small shoulders. She has nothing of value—except her trust, her faith and her love, all of which she offers, without reservation, to him. As John Callister, he could easily give Sassy and her little family a better life. But Sassy knows him only as a simple ranch foreman. How can he tell her that he can give her all she ever wanted, and in the same breath admit that everything she knows about him is a lie?

The past had finally caught up with him. Diego Laremos had never forgotten the last night he''d spent with his wife, Melissa, five years before. She''d fled their home after a bitter dispute, hoping to escape their unhappy marriage. He hadn''t forgiven her for leaving, though he''d hated himself even more for driving her away. And when Melissa entered his life again, his hope for a possible future together was renewed. Melissa had felt the same way, but she''d lied to Diego in the past and it was time to come clean. Now she had to prove to him that she was indeed his love–his enamorada–and that the truth could set them both free...to love again.

Forced to abandon his beloved friend, Tess Meredith, by the brutal hardships plaguing his Sioux tribe, Raven Following seeks a new life in Chicago, until Tess also arrives in the city, now a determined suffragette willing to fight for her cause--and her love.

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?

Enjoy two classic Lone Star romances from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer! Bentley Gruff veterinarian Bentley Rydel has a way with animals. But his bedside manner with people leaves something to be desired! That is, until he meets spirited vet tech Cappella Drake. Can Cappie help this cowboy open his wounded heart? Or is this rugged Texan too tough to tame? Rick San Antonio detective Rick Marquez has never met a case he couldn’t solve or a woman he couldn’t charm. But then, he’s never met a woman like Gwen Cassaway. She just might be the one to lasso him—body and soul!

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.

Dr. Louise Blakely didn''t want to love Jeb Coltrain. They were supposed to be partners, running the Jacobsville medical clinic together, but instead, he treated her like the enemy. And yet when Lou tells Jeb that she''s leaving, he shocks her by proposing! It wouldn''t be a real marriage, of course…at least, that was Jeb''s intent. Then he started to get to know Lou, to let down his guard to her warmth and caring, and everything changed. After so many years of conflict, can he prove to Lou that his love is real?

"Falling for the local hunk, Noelle Brown is surprised when her attention is caught by the man''s roguish brother, Jared Dunn, a desperado and big-city lawyer whose unhappy past causes him to have no faith in love." -- From fantasticfiction.com.

"From the moment rancher Rey Hart first set eyes on Meredith Johns, he was mesmerized by the lovely young woman. For not only did Meredith stir his jaded soul with her tempting innocence, he discovered she was a top-notch biscuit maker! Making a place for the beleaguered Meredith on the Hart ranch as his coveted cook turned out to be a cinch compared to breaking the enchanted spell she had cast over this long, tall Texan''s heart. Now, the hot-tempered cattleman''s plan to preserve his bachelorhood was on the verge of backfiring--big-time--because the more he learned about his mysterious housemate, the more he didn''t want to let her go"--Publisher.

From New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer revisits the story of the original Long, Tall Texans: the legendary man who built Jacobsville and the cowgirl who tamed him! Big John Jacobs is eager to expand his growing Texas ranch, but he needs the help of the local railroad baron. Unable to sway his prospective partner with his business offer, John offers a proposal of another kind— a marriage of convenience to Camilla Colby, the tycoon''s debutante daughter! Camilla knows John only married her for her father’s money, but she wants more than a bond in name only with her new husband. But will passion blaze when this fortune-seeking Long, Tall Texan brands his sweetly unassuming wife with his soul-searing kisses? Previously published in 2003

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?

Ice Man: Dawson Rutherford. His scheme: Plan a mock engagement to help secure the land he so desperately needed. Only one woman had the power to drive this seemingly heartless cowboy wild, and now he needed her to pose as his bride–to–be! A tempestuous night long ago had forced Dawson to abandon all hope of making Barrie his lawfully wedded wife, but there was not telling what sharing a spread with this hot–blooded woman would do to the man of ice..

New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer revisits a classic tale of a rogue rancher falling in love at long last No one expects heartbreaker cowboy Jobe Dodd to settle down and take a wife. Sandy Regan, his longtime rival, takes that as a challenge. She is determined to make the rugged Texan her own, now and forever. As Sandy and Jobe work on the range together, unexpected sparks fly and set passion ablaze. Can she lasso a cowboy’s hardened heart for good? Originally published in 1997 as Jobe in A Long Tall Texan Summer

Cole Whitehall had asked Lacy Jarrett to wait for him. But after the war, he returned to the rambling Whitehall cattle ranch a changed man, the promise of lasting love replaced by a cold, hard distance. And Lacy yearned to reignite the unquenched passion they''d once shared. Unwittingly compromised into marriage, Cole refused to let Lacy get too close—but still, she longed to learn the secrets the handsome Texan harbored in his heart. Tormented, she wouldn''t let him shoulder the burden alone, and soon the pursuit of an endless love burned bright enough to set their world ablaze….

Contains excerpts from Wyoming tough and Wyoming fierce.