Best Selling Books by Linda Lael Miller

A whistleblower finds refuge—and passion—in the arms of a wealthy vampire in this erotic romance from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author. Neely Wallace has a target on her back. She''s uncovered evidence that her boss, a powerful US senator, is involved in mob and drug activity. Now she''s hiding out with family in New England. But while she''s out trick-or-treating with her nephew, Neely knocks on the door of a nearby mansion, and fate—in the form of charming and reclusive Aidan Tremayne—answers the door. Aidan has a secret he''s been hiding for centuries: He''s a vampire who yearns for the time when he can walk in light of day and return to the land of the living. When Aidan meets the beautiful, funny, intelligent, human stranger, suddenly his longing has a name: Neely Wallace. Aidan will do anything to keep Neely safe. But when faced with the choice of either condemning her to his immortal fate, or forsaking his vampire family, Aidan must walk the line between the living and the dead, the mortal and immortal, to uncover his true destiny. Forever and the Night is the first book in the Black Rose Chronicles series from #1 New York Times– and USA Today–bestselling author Linda Lael Miller. "Miller creates characters I defy you to forget." —Debbie Macomber "Exotic, lush, sensual, and exciting . . . Miller has created a fascinating, fabulous world populated by mortals and fiends who are all too human. I loved it." —Jayne Ann Krentz

Two contemporary romances set in the Australian outback from New York Times– bestselling authors. After a devastating betrayal by her father and her fiancé, Kate Blake decides it''s time to live her life on her own terms. And that includes falling for the one man she''s always considered off-limits—Sean Harris, her late sister''s husband. Eve] but now Kate finally has a chance to find out who she really is. On impulse, Kate seeks out the rugged Australian in his homeland. With Sean, she is surprised to find a sense of home and belonging that she''s never known. But Sean has never gotten along with her family, and even on the other side of the world, Kate can''t escape them. Can she ever find a way to be free with the one person who loves her for nothing else except being . . . just Kate? FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! What a Westmoreland Wants by New York Times– bestselling author Brenda Jackson Aussie rancher Callum Austell doesn''t back down from a challenge. Gemma Westmoreland is on his turf now, but she''s no pushover. If Callum is going to get what he wants—as he always does—the millionaire just might have to utter three little words first.

Hailed as "rodeo''s bad boy" for his talent at taming bulls and women, Dylan Creed likes life in the fast lane. But when the daughter he rarely sees is abandoned by her mother, Dylan heads home to Stillwater Springs ranch. Somehow the champion bull rider has to turn into a champion father—and fast. Town librarian Kristy Madison is uncharacteristically speechless when Dylan Creed turns up for story time with a toddler in tow. The man who''d left a trail of broken hearts—including her own—is back…and this time Kristy''s determined to tame his wild ways once and for all. Plus a bonus short story by USA TODAY bestselling author Delores Fossen

Meet The Creed Cowboys! Brought to you by #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller, the First Lady of the West. A Creed in Stone Creek. Steven is a single attorney who becomes the guardian of an orphaned five-year-old boy and trades his big-city law firm for a ranch in Stone Creek, Arizona. When Steven takes on the pro bono defense of a local teen, he meets his match in beautiful, by-the-book prosecutor Melissa O''Ballivan. Creed''s Honor. A hardworking rancher running his uncle''s place in Lonesome Bend, Colorado—that''s Conner. Maybe a small-town cowboy''s life isn''t exactly his dream, but he owes the man who took him in as a kid. Then his estranged twin brother reenters his life—and so does a woman named Tricia McCall… The Creed Legacy. He''s a rodeo cowboy and Conner''s twin. Brody is also a restless bad boy with a secret past. He''s the opposite of everything Carolyn Simmons wants, but, despite that, she falls for him—and falls hard. Three Creed men, all cowboys, all gorgeous, all yours!

Eight years ago, Glory Parsons had been forced to flee her hometown—and leave behind her first love. And Jesse Bainbridge would never know the heartbreaking price she''d paid—or about the child born of their fiery union…. Jesse had once wanted Glory with all the passion in his soul—until she walked out on him. Now she was back with shocking news that would change his life forever. Could he trust the woman who''d betrayed him—the only woman he would ever love? Look for more captivating titles from #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller! Big Sky River is available now from Harlequin HQN. And don''t miss The Man from Stone Creek!

From New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller comes the tale of a woman who braved the heights of a passion beyond reason. Lauralee Parker knew too well what drink could do to a man. Her own husband had died at the door of a town saloon. With hymns and hatchets, Lauralee and the women of Halpern’s Ferry closed down all the taverns—all but the one Jay McCallum was determined to save. After his brother, a saloonkeeper, was found brutally slain, Jay had come to town ready to accuse Lauralee—only to be captivated by her winsome beauty. The proud, powerful man melted Lauralee’s defiant heart with the aching hunger of his love—and with the sweet, urgent ecstasy they shared. But even as she surrendered to her rich and wild desire, Lauralee’s joy was shadowed by the haunting mystery of Jay’s brother’s death...a mystery whose shocking outcome could forever destroy her future’s radiant promise.

From a New York Times–bestselling author, "moving and memorable, this novel reveals the impossible choices women face in wartime" (James Patterson, #1 New York Times–bestselling author). Caroline, the young wife of Jacob, a Union solider away at war, is raising their daughter alone on the family farm just outside of Gettysburg. Word arrives that her husband is wounded, so she travels to Washington City to find him. When Jacob succumbs, she brings his body home on the eve of the deadliest battle of the war. With troops and looters roaming the countryside, it is impossible for her to know who is friend and who is foe. Caroline fights to protect those she loves while remaining compassionate to the neediest around her, including two strangers from opposite sides of the war. Each is wounded. Each is drawn to her kindness. Both offer comfort, but only one secretly captures her heart. Still, she must resist exposing her vulnerability in these uncertain times when so much is at risk. In The Yankee Widow, gifted storyteller Linda Lael Miller explores the complexities and heartbreak that women experienced as their men took up arms to preserve the nation. "A must read for historical fiction fans." — Publishers Weekly "Well told and readers will keep turning the pages." — Booklist

“The reigning queen of Americana romance” (Romantic Times), #1 New York Times bestseller Linda Lael Miller charms with this unforgettable Western love story of a runaway bride who wants only to hear three little words from a dashing Oregon lumber baron: My Darling Melissa… When beautiful heiress Melissa Corbin discovers on her wedding day that her groom has a mistress, she begs for a ride out of town on Quinn Rafferty’s private railway car. Determined to prove she’s an independent woman and not just the baby sister to her three older brothers, Melissa makes Quinn a tempting offer: her inheritance in exchange for a marriage that would be in name only—until she says otherwise. But as Quinn’s burning caresses kindle a white-hot desire like she’s never experienced before, the headstrong beauty knows she is falling in love...and won’t admit it until the man she married does first! It’s a gloriously passionate standoff for two proud hearts, a battle of wills too thrilling to resist.

"A touching and heartfelt love story about second chances . . . a great beginning to what will be an exceptional trilogy" from the #1 bestselling author ( Fresh Fiction). After years of wandering, Logan Creed, a cowboy with a dusty law degree, has returned home to Stillwater Springs, Montana. To put down roots and reconnect with his brothers, to restore his family''s neglected ranch . . . to have kids of his own. Divorced mom Briana Grant has heard all the stories about her very attractive new neighbor and his less-than-attractive reputation. So Logan''s kindness to her young boys is a welcome surprise, especially when her ex reappears and an unknown enemy vandalizes her home. That''s when Logan shows Briana—and the people of Big Sky country—just what he''s made of. Praise for Linda Lael Miller "Linda Lael Miller creates vibrant characters and stories I defy you to forget." —Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times–bestselling author "Miller tugs at the heartstrings as few authors can." — Publishers Weekly "One of the finest American writers in the genre." — RT Book Reviews

Home Sweet Home? To heal the wounds left by a broken marriage and the death of her beloved stepson, Libby Kincaid returned to the ranch where she grew up. But instead of the solace she craved, she found Jess Barlowe—sexy, alluring…and mad as hell. For years Jess had been her constant opponent, and now malicious rumors tarnishing her reputation seemed only to enrage him further. But soon these adversarial sparks ignited into a fire of passion, and Jess wouldn’t stop until he made her his bride. Unfortunately, Libby knew all too well that being married to a man was no guarantee of his trust…or his love. Look for more captivating titles from #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller! Big Sky River is available now from Harlequin HQN. And don’t miss The Man from Stone Creek!

New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller turns up the heat in this sizzling tale of suspense and rekindled passions set against the blazing skies of Arizona''s lush desert landscape—where a killer is determined to exact his revenge. When hard-working attorney Clare Westbrook learns that her ambulance-chasing boss has been murdered, she''s shocked—but not exactly surprised. Harvey Kredd was known for his less-than-ethical business dealings, and even his acts of generosity were tinged with greed; Clare, working at Kredd and Associates to pay off the law school loan Harvey had granted her several years before, knows she''s got no choice: indentured servitude, twenty-first-century style. But Harvey''s death doesn''t let Clare out of her contract with the firm; instead it brings her a new, odious multimillionaire client, and Tony Sonterra—homicide detective and local heartthrob—who''s not above using a murder investigation to get back into Clare''s life. Jump-starting her affair with Tony is the last thing Clare needs—she''s got enough on her plate raising her niece, Emma, without throwing a bull-headed cop into the mix. Then Clare gets the news that may convince her Tony is exactly what she needs: Emma''s father has been released from prison, and he''s intent on seeing his daughter. Though she could never persuade the police to believe her, Clare is convinced that James Arren murdered her sister. Clare is determined to find evidence that will put James Arren away for good, but Tony is just as determined to keep her safe after another murder—clearly meant to target Clare—rocks the law firm. With no real leads, too many suspects, and a growing chain of menacing violence, Clare finds that teaming up with the devil she knows is her only option—one that''s just too attractive to resist. With the same rich storytelling style that has captivated readers worldwide, Linda Lael Miller delivers a page-turning blend of heated passion and captivating suspense.

Tough and tender, once a cowboy wins your heart, no one else will do—as two special women discover over the course of one sweet and sultry summer in this duo of romantic novellas from bestselling authors Linda Lael Miller and Maisey Yates... COWBOY WANTED by Linda Lael Miller A painful divorce has brought Kendra Spencer home from Seattle to sunny Copper Ridge, Arizona. Despite a comfortable settlement, Kendra needs to keep busy—and keep herself from stalking her ex on social media. So she starts waitressing at the local diner, finding comfort in the regulars and her thankfully ordinary days. . . . Until far from ordinary newcomer Gage Elder walks in. Not only is he a champion bronc rider, turns out he’s a widower—and maybe the one man understanding enough, kind enough—not to mention charming enough—to inspire Kendra to put the past behind her, and open her heart once more . . . ONE MORE SUMMER WITH YOU by Maisey Yates Between a fiancé with cold feet and a blocked promotion at the law firm where she works, it’s as good a time as any for Jane Cahill to help out at the Oregon camp where she spent her summers as a troubled teen. But the place brings up a mix of memories, mostly about Spencer Quinn, who has also returned to volunteer. Now a ranch owner, Spencer was Jane’s romance of three summers—plus one unforgettable night. In fact, neither has ever forgotten the other. And though fears about the future led Jane to break away, that future has arrived—and maybe this summer will be the one to last a lifetime . . .

You might meet them at the coffee shop, the grocery store, or walking down the street. They’re women across North America committed to reaching out and changing lives one good deed at a time. Five of these exceptional women have been selected as this year’s recipients of Harlequin’s More Than Words award. And once again five New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling authors have kindly offered their creativity to write original short stories inspired by these real-life heroines. We hope More Than Words will touch your heart and inspire the heroine living inside you. QUEEN OF THE RODEO by Linda Lael Miller BLACK TIE AND PROMISES by Sherryl Woods PLACE IN THIS WORLD by Curtis An Matlock HANNAH’S HUGS by Jennifer Archer STEP BY STEP by Kathleen O’Brien

Nathan McKendrick is world famous, handsome and passionate. The world loves him. Mallory O''Connor McKendrick is successful in her own right. Their storybook marriage had defied the odds as well as the rumors. They believe their love will never die—until suddenly the marriage is crumbling. What could destroy such a strong bond and what could they do to save it? Look for more captivating titles from #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller! Big Sky River is available now from Harlequin HQN. And don''t miss The Man from Stone Creek!

One ranch. Three sons. Only one will inherit, and on one condition. In the second novel in the New York Times bestselling McKettrick Cowboys trilogy, Kade McKettrick is determined not to lose to his brother in the marriage race—but he hadn’t counted on falling in love. Kade McKettrick’s got five mail order brides-to-be at the local hotel, and they’re all more than eager to brave the frontier and provide the heir that will win Kade the Triple M ranch. The newly appointed marshal already has his hands full with a troublesome outlaw gang, yet he can’t seem to think of much else besides “Sister Mandy” who is obviously not the nun she claims to be. On the run from her outlaw stepfather, Mandy Sperrin is hiding a wild, passionate nature beneath her solemn disguise, and when Kade makes it clear he wants her, she finds she cannot resist her own heated desires. But are her ties to a shadowed past more threatening—and closer—than Kade realizes?

Two wild cowboys’ hearts get lassoed in these fan-favorite tales from two stars of Western romance The Creed Legacy Linda Lael Miller Rough-and-tumble rodeo cowboy Brody Creed likes life on the move—until a chance encounter with his long-estranged twin brother brings him “home” to Lonesome Bend, Colorado, for the first time in years, and forces him to face the secrets that continue to haunt him. But can this restless bad boy finally overcome his past—and find a future with Carolyn Simmons, the opposite of everything he thought he wanted? Blame It on the Cowboy Delores Fossen All of Logan McCord’s carefully laid plans erupt the day he walks in on his would-be fiancée getting…well, not so carefully laid. Tonight, just once, Logan is acting on instinct by agreeing to a cute stranger’s request for a fling with a Texas cowboy. But when chef Reese Stephens tracks him down looking for the heirloom watch she’d left in his keeping, they just might discover that Reese’s crazy past and Logan’s battered heart are no match for the kind of chemistry that could turn one night into the start of a passionate lifetime.

Keegan McKettrick has learned the hard way that women can''t be trusted. The only female in his life these days is the young daughter he sees all too rarely, and his sole passion is for his job overseeing his family''s corporation. Until beautiful but mysterious Molly Shields comes to Indian Rock on a mission—and keeping a suspicious eye on her becomes Keegan''s full-time hobby…. Molly doesn''t know why she''s attracted to a man who''s determined to dig up dirt on her, even if he is gorgeous. But cynical Keegan might be the one person who can truly understand her shadowy past—and if the two can risk opening their hearts, they just might forge a brighter future.

Bestselling authors Linda Lael Miller and Maisey Yates team up for a western romance anthology celebrating the men who risk their lives every day to keep their communities safe - the quintessential small-town hero! The towns may be small, but the hearts of the cowboy heroes in this duo of romantic novellas are as outsized as the rugged land that surrounds them . . . ONE LONESOME COWBOY by Linda Lael Miller When a family crisis brings web designer and part-time house flipper Susannah Holiday to Arizona to care for her young niece, she’s soon juggling work, childcare—and her growing feelings for local paramedic and horse whisperer Ian McKenzie. They have more in common than meets the eye—including being cautious when it comes to love. But when a disturbing revelation from Susannah’s past surfaces, Ian is there to comfort her, and they both find their longing hearts opening to a better future—together . . . COWBOY, TAKE ME AWAY by Maisey Yates After Birdie Lennox, daughter of a notorious cattle rustler, gets caught stealing a horse off Gunnar Parsons’ land, she ends up bunking in his barn to work off her debt—plus her daddy’s. But Birdie hardly has patience for Gunnar’s moralizing. The man inherited his ranch and has always hated her family. Still, it beats prison. Maybe. What neither anticipates is discovering they have more in common than they dreamed possible. Even more unexpected is the spark between them—and the love it might ignite . . .

#1 New York Times Bestselling author Linda Lael Miller: The First Lady of the West! Meet the Creed brothers, descendants of the legendary McKettrick family. They’re renowned in Stillwater Springs, Montana—but not always for the right reasons! Watch these three brothers reconnect and rediscover family… Logan Creed: He’s finally returned to Stillwater Springs, planning to restore his family’s neglected ranch—hoping he’ll eventually have a family of his own. His neighbor, divorced mom Briana Grant, has heard all the stories about him, so she’s surprised—and thrilled—with Logan’s protectiveness and his kindness to her young boys. Especially when her ex reappears on the scene. And when an unknown enemy vandalizes her home… Dylan Creed: He’s called "rodeo’s bad boy" and he’s a man who likes life in the fast lane. But when the daughter he hardly knows is abandoned by her mother, Dylan heads home to the family ranch. Town librarian Kristy Madison is shocked when he turns up for story hour with a toddler in tow. The man who’d left a trail of broken hearts—including hers—is back, and this time Kristy’s determined to tame his wild ways! Tyler Creed: A former rodeo star, Tyler can handle anything. Except being in the same place as his estranged brothers. Yet here they are, all three of them, trying to restore the old Creed ranch—and the family. For her part, Lily Kenyon knows all about family estrangements and secrets. The single mom has come home to set things right, and to put down roots for her daughter. The last person she expects to see is Tyler Creed, whom she’s loved since childhood… Three Montana brothers, cowboys to the core, and the women who love them. Three western romances! Nobody does it better than Linda Lael Miller.

A fan-favorite second change romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller Up-and-coming TV personality Vanessa Lawrence has learned the hard way that jocks are bad news. Her ex-husband, a pro baseball player, was a perfect example. Not only did he turn out to be unfaithful, now he''s constantly threatening to write lies about her in his tell-all memoir. So when the handsome and confident pro athlete Nick DeAngelo strides into her life, Vanessa automatically puts her guard up. As a former football star, Nick knows all about cutting through defenses—and he’s not going to let Vanessa’s past come between them. Nick is ready to tackle her stubborn pride, her obnoxious ex and the gossip columns head-on. But bad memories make Vanessa distant. How can Nick convince her to take a chance on him? Previously published.