New Releases by Judy Duarte

The Housekeeper And The Brooding Billionaire - Annie West Is this forbidden Cinderella...the key to his redemption? Rumors surround the reclusive Alessio, Conte Dal Lago, yet Charlotte Symonds isn’t intimidated. Housekeeping for such a prestigious aristocrat will help fulfil her dreams of running her own business. But she isn’t prepared for her unexpected attraction to her new boss... Wracked with guilt since his tragic loss, Alessio runs his billion-euro empire from his secluded Italian castello. Until Charlotte opens his eyes to the world he’s been missing. And to a long-forgotten desire. But can he hope to maintain his impenetrable, emotional walls once their powerful chemistry is unleashed? Fake Engagement With The Billionaire - Ally Blake Her first crush...is now her fake fiancé! When Petra bumps into billionaire Sawyer, it’s thrilling to see him again. As photos of him mock-proposing surface, they decide to go with the misconception. An ‘engagement’ could be beneficial to them both, and him staying in her apartment makes it even more believable! But living with her late brother’s best friend means confronting their past...and a sizzling spark that is far too real... Falling Again For The Surgeon - Karin Baine An unexpected reunion...with the man she had to give up! When her family life imploded, physiotherapist Jessie sacrificed medical school and a future with Cameron. Fifteen years later, locking eyes with the handsome-as-ever orthopaedic surgeon over a patient astonishes her. As does their stronger-than-ever chemistry! Giving into temptation would be easy...if Jessie put herself first for once. But can she expect Cameron to do the same, now he’s a single dad? Self-Made Fortune - Judy Duarte They’d be perfect together. He just doesn’t know it yet! Life coach and divorcée Gigi Fortune is rich in money but unlucky in love. Could her family’s new lawyer, Harrison Vasquez, be the one to change her fate? Harrison is smart, and hard-working and treats Gigi with respect, but considers her strictly off-limits. He’s convinced they’re just too different to make things work. When it comes to amor, however, never count a Fortune out! Rags To Riches Reunion - Yvonne Lindsay He made a promise to never date his best friend’s sister. But after all these years...the temptation to succumb is nearly irresistible. Drummond ‘Drum’ Keyes was the kid from the wrong side of town while Hyacinth ‘Cin’ Sanderton was high-society’s princess, his first love...and his best friend’s sister. He vowed never to date her and risk breaking her heart. Now the tides have turned, and Drum is the one offering down-on-her-luck Hyacinth a job at his multi-million dollar company. When Cin learns exactly why Drum has kept his distance, will she teach him that breaking the rules can be oh-so-good? The Lost Heir - Rachel Bailey After months of searching, she’s finally succeeded in finding her employer’s lost heir. He also happens to be the man she just slept with. Twice. Freya Wilson had one wild, glorious night that she barely remembers with Aussie bartender Heath Dunstan. The morning after, she discovers that he’s genuinely sexy and charismatic...and the lost heir to a massive fortune, the very man she was hired to find. A new family. A massive fortune. Heath’s life is suddenly complicated and cutthroat. His port in the storm is a woman who needs nothing from him. Though what makes Freya so deliciously enticing is also why she may walk away and leave him to the wolves.

They’d be perfect together. He just doesn’t know it yet! Life coach and divorcée Gigi Fortune is rich in money but unlucky in love. Could her family’s new lawyer, Harrison Vasquez, be the one to change her fate? Harrison is smart, hardworking and treats Gigi with respect, but considers her strictly off-limits. He’s convinced they’re just too different to make things work. When it comes to amor, however, never count a Fortune out! From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. The Fortunes of Texas: Hitting the Jackpot Book 1: A Fortune''s Windfall by Michelle Major Book 2: Fortune''s Dream House by Nina Crespo Book 3: Winning Her Fortune by Heatherly Bell Book 4: Fortune''s Fatherhood Dare by Makenna Lee Book 6: Fortune''s Runaway Bride by Allison Leigh Book 7: Self-Made Fortune by Judy Duarte

Self-Made Fortune - Judy Duarte They''d be perfect together. He just doesn''t know it yet! Life coach and divorcée Gigi Fortune is rich in money but unlucky in love. Could her family''s new lawyer, Harrison Vasquez, be the one to change her fate? Harrison is smart, and hard-working and treats Gigi with respect, but considers her strictly off-limits. He''s convinced they''re just too different to make things work. When it comes to amor, however, never count a Fortune out! Her Surprise Cowboy Groom - Cathy McDavid An instant family could change her plans! Ambitious wedding dress designer Laurel Montgomery can''t afford to be distracted...especially not by easy-going cowboy Max Maxwell. Wrangling his three-year-old twin daughters, a rambunctious puppy, and a fledgling business, Max has his hands full, too. But he also knows the value of going for ice cream and fishing with his girls. Can he show Laurel there are more important things than making it big -- like love and family?

It doesn’t matter if you win or lose—unless you’re competing against a Fortune in USA TODAY bestselling author Judy Duarte''s contribution to The Fortunes of Texas: The Wedding Gift! “You say my name like it’s a dirty word.” Self-made woman Sofia De Leon has heard enough about the old money Fortune family to know that Beau Fortune is not to be trusted. He might be tall, dark, handsome and rich, but he’s so not her type. And now that they are competing for the same business award, he is also her rival. It is just a hot Texas minute, though, before ambition begins warring with attraction… From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. The Fortunes of Texas: The Wedding Gift Book 1: Their New Year''s Beginning by Michelle Major Book 2: A Soldier''s Dare by Jo McNally Book 3: Anyone But a Fortune by Judy Duarte Book 4: Cinderella Next Door by Nancy Robards Thompson Book 5: A Fortune in the Family by Kathy Douglass Book 6: Finding Fortune''s Secret by Allison Leigh

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: ANYONE BUT A FORTUNE (A Fortunes of Texas: The Wedding Gift novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Judy Duarte Self-made woman Sofia De Leon has heard enough about the old money Fortune family to know that Beau Fortune is not to be trusted. And now that they are competing for the same business award, he is also her direct rival. It is just a hot Texas minute, though, before ambition begins warring with attraction… HOME IS WHERE THE HOUND IS (A Furever Yours novel) by Melissa Senate Animal rescue worker Bethany Robeson already has her hands full with an inherited house and an overweight pooch named Meatball. She doesn’t dare make room for Shane Dupree, her former high school sweetheart, now a single dad. Bethany doesn''t believe in starting over, but Shane, baby Wyatt and Meatball could be the family she always dreamed of… THE HERO NEXT DOOR (A Small-Town Sweethearts novel) by Carrie Nichols Olive Downing has big dreams for her Victorian bed-and-breakfast. She doesn’t need her handsome new neighbor pointing out the flaws in her plan. But Cal Pope isn’t the average busybody. The gruff firefighter can be sweet, charming—and the perfect partner for the town fundraiser. Maybe there’s a soft heart underneath his rough exterior that needs rescuing, too? For more relatable stories of love and family, look for Harlequin Special Edition March 2022 – Box Set 2 of 2

Anyone But A Fortune - Judy Duarte ''You say my name like it''s a dirty word.'' Self-made woman Sofia DeLeon has heard enough about the old-money Fortune family to know that Beau Fortune is not to be trusted. He might be tall, dark, handsome and rich, but he''s so not her type. And now that they are competing for the same business award, he is also her rival. It is just a hot Texas minute, though, before ambition begins warring with attraction... The Cowboy Meets His Match - Melinda Curtis She could never love a cowboy. Until she does... Racing boat captain Olivia Monroe never imagined breaking up with the ocean and starting a fake relationship with too-charming cowboy Rhett Diaz. Now her family''s insisting Olivia and Rhett take an adventurous road trip as a ''couple.'' Only somewhere between zip-lining and rappelling down a waterfall, Olivia''s rediscovering her courage -- and dangerous new feelings for Rhett. But how can a sailor love a land-locked cowboy...especially one with secrets?

A House Full Of Fortunes - Judy Duarte Toby Fortune Jones has no problem with commitment. He’s committed to his ranch, to his family and to the three foster children he’s taken in! Lately, though, he can’t seem to stop thinking about making a little time for dating. Specifically, one very particular, blue-eyed single gal... Twenty-four years old and Angie Edwards still can’t figure out what she wants to be when she grows up. She’s tried her hand at everything — even helping Toby out with his adorable brood on occasion. Folks in Horseback Hollow have called her the Queen of First Dates, but now she thinks she might have met her match in the sexy cowboy! Is she ready for true love — and a full house? Falling For Fortune - Nancy Robards Thompson As far as Christopher Fortune Jones is concerned, when he left Horseback Hollow, he left his past behind. No one needs to know that he grew up on a ranch, or that he never had any money, or that his father considers him a disappointment. Here in Red Rock he can simply be Christopher Fortune. Rich, powerful, successful Christopher Fortune. Kinsley Aaron has secrets of her own. The biggest one is that she has a crush on her sexy new boss. She thinks maybe he likes her, too. But he never talks about himself, and he never lets her get too close. Is she a fool dreaming of tomorrow with a man who seemingly has no past? Just what is Christopher Fortune hiding? Fortune’s Prince - Allison Leigh There was a beautiful princess, raised in riches but lonely of heart. When Amelia Fortune Chesterfield discovered her Texas roots, she hurried to Horseback Hollow, eager to find her past. And there she found her future... The prince wore spurs and a Stetson and was unlike any man she had ever known. In one magical night, Quinn Drummond transformed the shy, reserved girl into a passionate, feeling woman. But in the morning, the princess had to flee, tearing asunder their happily ever after. The prince, in his anger, retreated. Would a small miracle reunite the gun-shy cowboy with his lady love?

The new girl in town has a secret in USA TODAY bestselling author Judy Duarte’s latest romance! Starting anew? But what if he learns the truth? Marissa Garcia fled to small-town Montana to escape her tangled past. The sparks flying between her and local sheriff Brandon Dodd? Not in her plans. Even if he’s drop-dead handsome…and the twins that he’s raising on his own instantly find a place in her heart. But when the by-the-book lawman discovers the truth about Marissa, is their romance doomed before it ever begins? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Discover more true-to-life stories in the Rancho Esperanza miniseries: Book 1: A Secret Between Us Book 2: Their Night to Remember Book 3: Starting Over with the Sheriff

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: COWBOY IN DISGUISE (A Fortunes of Texas: The Hotel Fortune novel) by New York Times bestselling author Allison Leigh Since she first met him months ago in Rambling Rose at the Hotel Fortune, Arabella Fortune has fantasized about sexy and sweet Jay Cross. Now she sets to find out how he''d intended to finish his last words to her: ''''I think you should know…'''' STARTING OVER WITH THE SHERIFF (A Rancho Esperanza novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Judy Duarte When a woman who was falsely convicted of a crime she didn’t commit finds herself romantically involved with a single-dad lawman, trust issues abound. Can they put aside their relationship fears and come together to create the family they’ve both always wanted? WINNING MR. CHARMING (A Charming, Texas novel) by Heatherly Bell Valerie Villanueva moved from Missouri to Charming, Texas, to take care of her sick grandmother. Working for her first love should be easy because she has every intention of going back to her teaching job at the end of summer. Until one wild contest changes everything… For more relatable stories of love and family, look for Harlequin Special Edition June 2021 – Box Set 2 of 2

Forging a new future The Rancher’s Courtship by Laurie Kingery For Caroline Wallace, becoming Simpson Creek’s new schoolmarm helps heal the heartache of losing Pete, her fiancé, to influenza. Then Pete’s brother Jack Collier arrives, trailing a herd of cattle and twin six-year-old girls. It’s little wonder Caroline grows fond of Abby and Amelia. But could such a refined, warmhearted woman fall for a gruff rancher…before the time comes for him to leave again? Lone Wolf’s Lady by Judy Duarte Bounty hunter Tom McCain couldn’t save his childhood friend, but he’ll deliver her six-year-old daughter, Sarah Jane, to the only family she has left in Texas. But that means tangling with Katie O’Malley, the fiery schoolteacher who wants to adopt her. Then a secret from Sarah Jane’s past threatens the young girl’s life, and Katie and Tom must join forces. They’ll need all their courage to turn a perilous future into a dream come true USA TODAY Bestselling Author

A chance meeting could be the chance of a lifetime in USA TODAY bestselling author Judy Duarte’s latest installment in her Rancho Esperanza miniseries! A handsome stranger… With an ulterior motive. Thanks to one unforgettable night with a stranger, Alana Perez’s dreams of motherhood are coming true! But when Clay Hastings literally stumbles into Rancho Esperanza with amnesia, he remembers nothing of the alluring ranch owner. Under Alana’s care, though, Clay begins to remember who he is…and why he went searching for Alana. And his sudden appearance hides a secret motive that could ruin her life! From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Rancho Esperanza Book 1: A Secret Between Us Book 2: Their Night to Remember

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: An Unexpected Father (A Fortunes of Texas: The Hotel Fortune novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Marie Ferrarella Reformed playboy Brady Fortune has suddenly become guardian to his late best friend’s little boys, and he’s in way over his head! Then Harper Radcliffe comes to the rescue. The new nanny makes everything better, but now Brady is head over heels! Can Harper move beyond her past—and help Brady build a real family? Making Room for the Rancher (A Twin Kings Ranch novel) by Christy Jeffries To Dahlia King, Connor Remington is just another wannabe cowboy who’ll go back to the city by midwinter. But underneath that city-slicker shine is a dedicated horseman who’s already won the heart of Dahlia’s animal-loving little daughter. But when her ex returns, Connor must decide to step up with this family…or step out. Their Night to Remember (A Rancho Esperanza novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Judy Duarte Thanks to one unforgettable night with a stranger, Alana Perez’s dreams of motherhood are coming true! But when Clay Hastings literally stumbles onto her ranch with amnesia, he remembers nothing of the alluring cowgirl. Under her care, though, Clay begins to remember who he is…and the real reason he went searching for Alana… For more relatable stories of love and family, look for Harlequin Special Edition March 2021 – Box Set 1 of 2

Although I know it’s not love, his kiss makes my heart go crazy. Maggie, a pediatrician, invited her childhood friend, Jake, to her hospital’s reception party. It’s been fifteen years since she last saw him, and he’s become a stunning cowboy who catches everyone’s eye when he walks into a room. Is he really the same skinny Jake I once knew? That’s when her ex-husband walked in with his new fiancée. Maggie asked Jake to act like her boyfriend in an attempt to make her ex-husband jealous. Jake listened to her wishes and told her he’d play the best lover ever and kissed her…!

They both have pasts they want to leave behind…in USA TODAY bestselling author Judy Duarte’s latest novel. Callie didn’t trust easily. Until someone gave her a reason to… Pregnant waitress Callie Jamison is settling into her new life in Fairborn, Montana, dividing her time between the ranch and the diner…and Ramon Cruz, the sexy town councilman who never fails to show up during her breakfast shift. The sparks between them set the local rumor mill ablaze. Ramon is unfazed—he’s skilled at dodging nosy townsfolk following his recent, and mysterious, divorce. But will he still feel the same when he learns the secret Callie’s been keeping? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Rancho Esperanza Book 1: A Secret Between Us Book 2: Their Night to Remember

Family in an instant The Soldier’s Twin Surprise by Judy Duarte Even though his night of passion with Erica Campbell was incredible, for army pilot Clay Masters, an enlisted woman’s off-limits. Until fresh-out-of-the-service Rickie appears with news: she’s having his babies. Two of them! Can Rickie count on Clay—a man whose dreams of military glory have just been dashed—to be her partner in parenthood…and in love? The Cowboy SEAL’s Triplets by Tina Leonard Former bad girl Daisy Donovan is finally home where she belongs, ready to win over Bridesmaids Creek—and John “Squint” Mathison, the sexy former SEAL who is the father of her soon-to-be baby boys. John never had a real home. But now he’s determined to show Daisy that he’s ready to settle down—by getting Daisy to the altar before their triplets are born! USA TODAY Bestselling Author Judy Duarte & New York Times Bestselling Author Tina Leonard

If she elects to marry him, will her vote deliver happiness? He asked a simple question. But will she answer yes…or no? It’s too much, too soon. When wealthy contractor Steven Fortune proposes to Ellie Hernandez, the beautiful and principled mayor of Rambling Rose, Texas, no one is more surprised than Ellie herself. Until recently, Steven was practically her enemy! But his offer of a marriage of convenience arrives when the secretly pregnant mayor is at her weakest moment. They can pull off a united front for a short time, can’t they? Surely she won’t fall for another man who insists he isn’t interested in the long haul… USA TODAY Bestselling Author

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: THE MAYOR’S SECRET FORTUNE The Fortunes of Texas: Rambling Rose by Judy Duarte When Steven Fortune proposes to Ellie Hernandez, the mayor of Rambling Rose, no one is more surprised than Ellie herself. Until recently, Steven was practically her enemy! But his offer of a marriage of convenience arrives at her weakest moment. Can they pull off a united front? THE MARRIAGE RESCUE The Stone Gap Inn by Shirley Jump When a lost pup reunites Grady Jackson with his high school crush, he doesn’t expect to become engaged! Marriage wasn’t in dog groomer Beth Cooper’s immediate plans, either. But if showing off her brand-new fiancé makes her dying father happy, how can she say, “I don’t”? THE RIGHT MOMENT Wildfire Ridge by Heatherly Bell After Joanne Brant is left at the altar, Hudson Decker must convince his best friend that Mr. Right is standing right in front of her! He missed his chance back in the day, but Hudson is sure now is the right moment for their second chance. Except Joanne’s done giving people the chance to break her heart.

A family-style Texas Christmas! Lone Star Christmas by Cathy Gillen Thacker Callie McCabe-Grimes has one thing on her holiday wish list: to make this the best Christmas ever for her little boy. Without including Nash Echols, whose team of lumberjack cowboys is creating a racket at the Christmas tree farm next door. But she has no defense against two determined males when her son decides Nash is the present he wants from Santa! A Cowboy Family Christmas by Judy Duarte Rodeo promoter Drew Madison is at the Rocking Chair Ranch to shine a spotlight on the retired cowboys, but the ranch’s temporary cook, Lainie Montoya, is certainly an added attraction. As Drew works alongside Lainie to support the ranch, the avowed bachelor starts thinking about his future in a whole new way. But Drew doesn’t know about Lainie’s past—yet.

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: A Fortune’s Texas Reunion The Fortunes of Texas: The Lost Fortunes by Allison Leigh Georgia Fortune is excited to travel to small-town Texas for a family reunion—until her car breaks down! Luckily, Sheriff Paxton Price comes to the rescue and they quickly realize the attraction between them is mutual! The only questions is—can it last? The Cowboy’s Secret Family Rocking Chair Rodeo by Judy Duarte Miranda Contreras is back and she has her daughter in tow. The daughter Matt Grimes didn’t know about. But after fleeing a broken engagment, Miranda needs somewhere to go and her hometown is her best bet, even if it puts all her secrets in danger of coming to light! Having the Soldier’s Baby The Parent Portal by Tara Taylor Quinn Emily and Winston Hannigan had a fairy-tale romance until he died for his country. So when Winston arrives on her doorstep very much alive after two years, Emily’s overjoyed. Winston may have survived the unthinkable but he believes he doesn’t deserve Emily—or their unborn child.

Falling For The Cowboy Dad - Patricia Johns Grace Beverly spent years hopelessly in love with her best friend, Billy Austin. Now he''s back in Eagle''s Rest, Colorado, determined to provide the best life possible for his four-year-old daughter. He''s just not sure how. Helping Billy navigate the world of parenting is a one-way ticket back to heartache. Yet how can Grace say no to her oldest friend? The Rancher''s Hired Fiancée - Judy Duarte The Antonio Banderas lookalike standing on the porch wasn''t at all what actress Catherine Loza expected. But when the tall, dark, and totally irresistible rancher asked her to play the role of his fiancée to get the local matchmakers off his back, it was an offer the actress couldn''t refuse. Mayor Ray Mendez thought he''d come up with the perfect plan. But as his fake engagement awakened stirrings of real romance he soon found himself wondering if he could persuade his co-star to make their arrangement permanent. A proposal from the heart might just convince her that he''s for real.

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: THE COWBOY’S LOVE LESSON Forever, Texas by Marie Ferrarella Ever since Clint Washburn’s wife left, he’s built up defenses to keep everyone in Forever out—including his son. Now the boy’s teacher, Wynona Chee, is questioning his parenting! And Clint is experiencing feelings he thought long dead. Wynona has her homework cut out for her if she’s going to teach this cowboy to love again. THE LAWMAN’S CONVENIENT FAMILY Rocking Chair Rodeo by Judy Duarte When Adam Santiago teams up with music therapist Julie Chapman to save two young orphans, pretty soon his heart’s a goner, too! Julie’s willing to do anything—even become Adam’s pretend bride—to keep a brother and sister together. Will this marriage of convenience become an affair of the heart? WINNING CHARLOTTE BACK Sweet Briar Sweethearts by Kathy Douglass Dr. Rick Tyler just moved in next door to Charlotte Shields. She thought she’d seen the last of him when he abandoned her at the altar, but he’s determined to make the move work for his young son. Will he get a second chance with Charlotte in the bargain?

“Judy really has a way with Western romances and handsome cowboys!” —#1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller He’d always been a loner—until one case changed his life. . . Growing up in a broken home had made Detective Adam Santiago wary of getting attached—to anyone. Even his work as a mentor at the local youth center leaves him certain that he’s not meant to be a family man . . . Until he meets the new music therapist at Kidville. Julie Chapman knows Adam is the last person on earth she should be drawn to. She’s the marrying type, and he’s intent on avoiding commitment at all costs! When two orphans are at risk of being separated, Adam must set aside his insecurities to keep the young brother and sister together. Julie’s willing to do anything to help — even become Adam’s pretend bride — to get the children’s traditional social worker on their side. But as she falls head over heels for her the guarded cop, will this marriage of convenience become an affair of the heart? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Discover more true-to-life stories in the Rocking Chair Rodeo series. All books are stand-alone but were published in the following order: 1. Roping in the Cowgirl 2. The Bronc Rider’s Baby 3. A Cowboy Family Christmas 4. The Soldier’s Twin Surprise 5. The Lawman’s Convenient Family 6. The Cowboy’s Secret Family

USA Today–Bestselling Author: He hired her to pour wine on an impulse—and now he’s becoming intoxicated . . . As vice president of Mendoza Winery, Miami transplant Carlo Mendoza knows most of the famous Fortunes. So when sultry Schuyler Fortunado saunters into the tasting room, claiming a connection to the Texas family, naturally he’s suspicious. Which doesn’t stop him from hiring her—or desiring her! The divorced restaurateur has vowed to keep his heart off the menu, but this feisty—and possibly faux—Fortune might just change his mind. What he doesn’t know is that she’s got an agenda of her own . . .

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: NO ORDINARY FORTUNE The Fortunes of Texas: The Rulebreakers by Judy Duarte Carlo Mendoza always thought he had the market cornered on charm, until he met Schuyler Fortunado. She’s a force of nature—and secretly a Fortune! And when Schuyler takes a job with Carlo at the Mendoza Winery, sparks fly! AN ENGAGEMENT FOR TWO Matchmaking Mamas by Marie Ferrarella The Matchmaking Mamas are at it again, this time for Mikki McKenna, a driven internist who has always shied away from commitment. But when Jeff Sabatino invites her to dine at his restaurant and sparks a chance at a relationship, she begins to wonder if this table for two might be worth the risk after all. THE SINGLE DAD’S FAMILY RECIPE The McKinnels of Jewell Rock by Rachael Johns Single-dad chef Lachlan McKinnell is opening a restaurant at his family’s whiskey distillery and struggling to find a suitable head hostess. Trying to recover from tragedy, Eliza Coleman thinks a move to Jewell Rock and a job at a brand-new restaurant could be the fresh start she’s looking for. She never expected to fall for her boss, but it’s beginning to look like they have all the ingredients for a perfect family!

A Cowboy Family Christmas - Judy Duarte Dear Santa, I''ve been a good girl. Well, mostly. These days, I''m usually the one dishing out advice. But the readers of ''Dear Debbie'' don''t know that I''ve never been the love of anyone''s life. Though as soon as I landed at the Rocking Chair Ranch my luck started to change. Promoter Drew Madison wants to shine a spotlight on the ranch''s retired cowboys. But I''m the one who feels aglow every time he glances my way. Still, after he discovers my secret, I''m afraid that I''ll be thrust back into darkness. Now I only want one thing for Christmas: for Drew to give me a second chance... - Lainie Claiming Colleen - Beth Kery In high school, former small-town princess Colleen Kavanaugh had it all and Eric Reyes was the outsider with his nose pressed against the glass. Then a sudden change in circumstances left Eric a wealthy, successful and arrogant surgeon who rubbed the one-time golden girl the wrong way. When an ironic twist of fate forced Eric and Colleen back together, she found herself drawn to the irresistible doctor despite their dark history. It wasn''t long before he wooed her into his arms...and his bed. But could their new-found passion lead to happily-ever-after?

Dear Santa, I’ve been a good girl. Well, mostly. These days, I’m usually the one dishing out advice. But the readers of “Dear Debbie” don’t know that I’ve never been the love of anyone’s life. As soon as I landed at the Rocking Chair Ranch, though, my luck started to change…thanks to one special guest. Promoter Drew Madison wants to shine a spotlight on the ranch’s retired cowboys. But I’m the one who feels aglow every time he glances my way. And the electricity between us? It sure could light up every town in Texas! Still, after he discovers my secret, I’m afraid that I’ll be thrust back into darkness. Now I only want one thing for Christmas: for Drew to give me—no, us—a second chance… —Lainie

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: THE RANCHER’S CHRISTMAS SONG The Cowboys of Cold Creek by RaeAnne Thayne Music teacher Ella Baker doesn’t have time to corral rancher Beckett McKinley’s two wild boys. But when they ask her to teach them a song for their father, she manages to wrangle some riding lessons out of the deal. Still, Ella and Beckett come from two different worlds, and it might take a Christmas mircle to finally bring them together. A COWBOY FAMILY CHRISTMAS Rocking Chair Rodeo by Judy Duarte When Drew Madison, a handsome rodeo promoter, meets the temporary cook at the Rocking Chair Ranch, the avowed bachelor falls for the lovely Lainie Montoya. But things get complicated when he learns she’s the mystery woman who broke up his sister’s marriage! HIS BY CHRISTMAS The Bachelors of Blackwater Lake by Teresa Southwick Calhoun Hart was planning on filling his forced vacation with adventure and extreme sports until he broke his leg. Now he’s stuck on a beautiful tropical island working with Justine Walker to get some business done on the sly—and is suddenly falling for the calm, collected woman with dreams of her own.

From a USA Today–bestselling author, a rich bachelor suddenly becomes a single father and falls in love with the shy beauty who steps in to play mom. What to expect . . . When you weren’t expecting Kieran Fortune, vice president of Robinson Tech, knows his strengths. He’s good with technology; he’s good at making money and at making love. But he doesn’t know one thing about parenting. And he’s just become a father. To a toddler. When the ever-so-sexy millionaire agreed to sign on as legal guardian to his best friend’s daughter, he considered it a mere formality. But now Zach is gone and Kieran is . . . Dad. In a fit of desperation, he reaches out to Zach’s ex-girlfriend. Dana Trevino is a serious-minded graduate student who is great with little Rosie. She is also Kieran’s polar opposite and the very last woman he should be interested in. It isn’t fair. It isn’t right. It’s also just about inevitable . . .