Most Popular Books by SUSAN MALLERY

#1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery welcomes you back to Fool’s Gold, California for a classic heartwarming tale for the holidays! The cheer in Fool''s Gold, California, is bringing out the humbug in dancer Evie Stryker. An injury has forced her to return home to her estranged family. So she won''t add to the awkward scenario by falling for the charms of her brother''s best friend, no matter how tempting he is. When she''s recruited to stage the winter festival, she vows to do as promised, then move on, anywhere but here. Jaded lawyer Dante Jefferson is getting used to the town he now calls home, but the pounding of little dancers'' feet above his office is more than he can take. When he confronts their gorgeous teacher, he''s unprepared for their searing attraction. Evie is his best friend''s sister—off-limits unless he''s willing to risk his heart. Dante has always believed that love is dangerous, but that was before he had to reckon with the magic of a certain small town, where miracles do seem to happen…. Previously published. Read more in the Fool’s Gold series: Book 1: Chasing Perfect Book 2: Almost Perfect Book 3: Finding Perfect Book 4: Only Mine Book 5: Only Yours Book 6: Only His Book 7: Summer Days Book 8: Summer Nights Book 9: All Summer Long Book 10: A Fool’s Gold Christmas And even more books available in the Fool’s Gold series!

An irresistible new love story from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of theFool''s Gold series, set in a town Library Journal calls “so appealing, readers will wantto start scoping out real estate.” To overcome her painful past, baker ShelbyGilmore goes on the hunt for a friend—a male friend—to convince herstubborn psyche that men can be trusted. But where in a town as small as Fool''s Gold willthe petite blonde find a guy willing to not date her? Dark, charmingAidan Mitchell puts the “adventure” in Mitchell Adventure Tours…and intothe beds of his many willing female tourists. Until he realizes he''s inadvertently becomethat guy—the one-night Casanova—and worse, everyone in town knows it.Maybe Shelby''s boy/girl experiment will help him see women as more than just conquests sohe can change his ways and win back his self-respect. As Aidan and Shelby explorethe secret lives of men and women, the heat between them fires up the Fool''s Gold rumormill. If no one will believe they''re just friends, maybe they should give the gossipssomething to really talk about!

Determined to put the past behind her, government agent Jamie Sanders mustface one more mission- to rescue Zach Jones, the only man she''s ever loved

Includes excerpt of: Secrets of the Tulip sisters.

Nicole Keyes, who is kept busy running the family bakery and caring for her younger sister, is tired of putting everyone else''s needs first and succumbs to temptation with a former NFL player who offers her freedom and passion.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery welcomes you back to Fool’s Gold, California for a reader-favorite story about a hot summer fling that may just turn into forever… Former underwear model turned entrepreneur Clay Stryker has loved, tragically lost and vowed that he’ll never risk his heart again. After making his fortune, the youngest of the rugged Stryker brothers returns to Fool’s Gold, California, to put down roots on a ranch of his own. But he’s frustrated to discover that even in his hometown, people see him only for his world-famous…assets. Firefighter Chantal (Charlie) Dixon grew up an ugly duckling beside her delicately beautiful mother, a feeling reinforced long ago by a man who left soul-deep scars. Now she has good friends, a solid job and the itch to start a family—yet she can’t move toward the future while she’s haunted by painful memories. Clay finds an unexpected ally, and unexpected temptation, in tomboyish Charlie, the only person who sees beyond his dazzling good looks to the real man beneath. But when Charlie comes to him with an indecent proposal, will they be able to overcome their pasts and find a love that lasts beyond one incredible summer? Previously published. Read more in the Fool’s Gold series: Book 1: Chasing Perfect Book 2: Almost Perfect Book 3: Finding Perfect Book 4: Only Mine Book 5: Only Yours Book 6: Only His Book 7: Summer Days Book 8: Summer Nights Book 9: All Summer Long Book 10: A Fool’s Gold Christmas And even more books available in the Fool’s Gold series!

Single mother Patience McGraw and bodyguard Justice Garrett learn that, in Fool''s Gold, California, sometimes people just can''t stop love.

Susan Mallery, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Fool’s Gold romances, proves there’s no place like Happily Inc for the holidays… There’s no place like Happily Inc for the holidays… Wynn Beauchene has a thriving business, a great kid and a mildly embarrassing crush on the guy next door—local cop Garrick McCabe. She’s a strong, independent woman who can’t help dreaming what-if about a man she barely knows. Until he needs her help… Garrick’s pregnant daughter will be home for Christmas, and his house needs a woman’s touch. Garrick and his little girl were tight once and he’s hoping a small-town Christmas will bring her back to him. But thawing his daughter’s frosty attitude will take more than a few twinkle lights. Maybe sharing the holiday with Wynn and her son will remind her of the joy of family. As the season works its magic on these wounded souls, Wynn realizes it’s time to stop punishing herself for a painful secret, while Garrick remains haunted by the ghosts of past mistakes. Will he allow Wynn to open the only gift she truly wants—his heart? Don’t miss Home Sweet Christmas, a witty and heartfelt story of two friends who unexpectedly find the person-and the place in which-they belong this Christmas by #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery!

The final novel of Mallery''s Marcelli Sisters trilogy features Brenna, the only sister who dreams of running the family''s California winery. But taking the helm is more than she bargained for and she soon seeks solace from Nic Giovanni--her family''s nemesis. Original.

"A real treat" about first loves, coming home, and chocolate cake from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Sweet Talk and Sweet Spot (Debbie Macomber). Jesse Keyes has changed her ways. With a steady job and a vibrant son, Gabe, she''s in a far better place than when she left Seattle five years ago, pregnant and misunderstood. Now it''s time to go home and face her demons. But her sisters, Claire and Nicole, aren''t exactly impressed with the new and improved Jesse. And then there''s Matt, Gabe''s father, who makes it clear he hasn''t forgiven her despite the lust that still smolders between them. Jesse doesn''t know if she can make up for all the mistakes of her past. But the promise of sweet nights with Matt might just give her the extra incentive she needs to make it worth the trouble . . . "Old ghosts come back to haunt in the satisfying conclusion to Mallery''s tough and tender Sweet trilogy . . . This author knows drama!" — RT Book Reviews " Sweet Trouble is a well written book about reestablishing relationships—family and romantic—as well as finding your way home." — The Good, the Bad, and the Unread "The final installment in Susan Mallery''s Keyes sisters trilogy, provides redemption for Jesse, the family bad girl. Despite her checkered past, I found her to be a likable, interesting heroine . . . an enjoyable read." — All About Romance

When she is hired to promote a new slogan for her California hometown, Maya Farlow is unexpectedly reunited with her former flame Del Mitchell, who intends to avoid having his heart broken a second time.

Celebrate the season with this warmhearted charmer from #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery When Princess Bethany’s father, the king, sells one of his best stallions, she insists the animal get the royal treatment. Disguised as Beth Archer, a mere stable hand, she takes him to Happily Inc, California, a quaint wedding destination that’s especially sparkly over the holidays. Rich women have no place on Cade Saunders’s ranch. He wants a down-to-earth girl-next-door type—like Beth Archer. After a few cocoa-flavored kisses by the Christmas tree, Bethany begins to fall for her irresistibly handsome host. But will Cade still want her when he discovers she’s more familiar with a crown than a cowboy hat? “Delightfully flirtatious.” —Publishers Weekly on You Say It First

Sometimes love shows up where you least expect it...maybe even right to your front door in this classic story from New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery! Stephanie Wynne has given up on finding a man who can help her raise her kids instead of acting like one himself--as her late husband did most of the time. No, she''s in control of her own life now. Maybe she''s just a little lonely, but there are temporary solutions for that... FBI negotiator Nash Harmon is trained to be cool and detached in every situation. But when he comes to Stephanie''s Bed & Breakfast, he finds that something about her lively family just draws him in. For the first time in a long time, he starts to realize why people have ties... Read the entire fan-favorite Hometown Heartbreakers series: Book 1: The Best Bride Book 2: Marriage on Demand Book 3: Father in Training Book 4: Part-Time Wife Book 5: Holly and Mistletoe Book 6: Husband by the Hour Book 7: Good Husband Material Book 8: Completely Smitten Book 9: One in a Million Book 10: Quinn''s Woman

From New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery comes a fan-favorite story that walks the fine line between love…and danger. When a smuggler''s prize lands on her doorstep, big-cat sanctuary owner Faith Newlin doesn''t expect any problems—not from the two white tiger cubs…or the mysterious government agent sent to protect them. She knows better than to get attached, though sometimes an instinct is too strong to ignore. Agent Cort Hollenbeck has dedicated his life to fighting the good fight. He never gets too close, especially while on assignment. But when terrifying blanks in his memory force him to face his deepest fears, he must trust in a woman who walks on the wild side…and captures his heart. Tempting Faith is part of a duet by Susan Mallery along with her book The Only Way Out.

Sparks fly between a handsome single father and his new nanny in this fan-favorite love story from New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery! Rugged police officer Craig Haynes comes from a long line of heartbreakers. But he’s hoping to change that…especially when it comes to Jill Bradford, his sons’ new nanny. Two parts sweetness, one part-sin, the pint-sized redhead proves to be a miracle-worker with his three rambunctious boys. Except Jill Bradford isn’t looking to open her wary heart to anyone. Will the Haynes family turn out to be what’s she been looking for all along? Originally published in 1996

When sparks begin to fly between two ex-lovers, the passion that re-ignites may be too hot to resist in this small-town favorite from New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery! Kari Asbury never quite expected to find herself back in her hometown of Possum Landing, Texas. When she left for New York City eight years ago, she was thinking only of the bright future that awaited her—certainly not of her ex-boyfriend, Gage, the one she left without saying goodbye. Gage Reynolds had planned to propose to Kari on the night of her prom but, instead, he finds himself jilted, abandoned without a word from the love of his life. Shocked, betrayed and heartbroken, Gage does his best to move on, building a life for himself in Possum Landing and working his way up to becoming the town sheriff. He’s all but forgotten Kari—until she returns to town to sell her grandmother’s house and turns his carefully built world upside down. Originally published in 2002

Wedding bells are ringing in Fool''s Gold, but not for Nevada Hendrix. Her triplet sisters are engaged, and even her mother has a more active love life than she does. Determined to make a fresh start, she applies for her dream job, only to discover that her new boss is her first love. Maybe she could overlook the fact that they''ve seen each other naked, but she''ll never forget the way he broke her heart. Tucker Janack agrees to Nevada''s "business only" ground rules. After all, love is a trap that the construction millionaire has avoided his whole life. But when great business partners turn out to be so much more, every rule gets broken. Will either of them be willing to try again…or will their past get in the way?

A fan favorite from the #1 New York Times–bestselling author of Sweet Spot and Sweet Trouble: "Smart, sexy romance doesn''t get any better than this." —Debbie Macomber Is there anything sweeter than first love? Don''t ask Claire Keyes. The twenty-eight-year-old piano prodigy has never had a regular boyfriend, much less a real romance. Her music career has left little room for friends or family—which is just part of the reason she hasn''t seen the family bakery or her two sisters in years. But now Nicole is sick, and Jesse is AWOL. Despite the fact that Claire can''t boil water, she''s determined to play caretaker. Connecting with her sisters tops her to-do list . . . along with falling in love, or at least in lust, for the first time. Ruggedly sexy Wyatt just might fit the bill. Although he keeps saying that he and Claire come from entirely different worlds, he lights up hotter than a bakery oven whenever Claire is near. If this keeps up, she just might sweet-talk him into her bed . . . and her life. "One of those stories you don''t want to end. It has plenty of laugh-out-loud moments and just the right amount of lump-in-your-throat moments . . . This is the first of the Bakery Sisters trilogy, and will be a hard act to follow." — Fresh Fiction "Romantic, daring, and hopeful . . . Sweet Talk is definitely a winner." — Single Titles "Susan Mallery has whipped up a cast of fun, eccentric characters who will keep readers turning the pages." — Romance Reviews Today

As a devastating summer storm hits Grand Springs, Colorado, the next thirty-six hours will change the town and its residents forever… Randi Howell had already fled her wedding when the lights went out leaving everyone confused. That''s when she overheard a murder plot. Now on the run from the ruthless killers and a furious fiancé, she''s made it halfway across the country to Texas. Brady Jones''s ranch is the perfect safe haven—big sky, horses and no questions. Brady has taken in enough misfits and strays to know trouble when he sees it, but something about the feisty woman with the raven curls makes him give her a chance. Just as Randi is making him face his fears about love he learns she may have put everyone in danger…. Book 7 of the 36 Hours series. Don’t miss Book 8: An abandoned baby, a marriage of convenience—the storm turns lives upside down in Marriage by Contract by Sandra Steffen.