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Two brothers at odds. A stolen bride. Who wins? Who loses? Who claims her heart? All he felt was the need to get even. After last night’s break up with MaryBeth, he wanted retaliation. If he married Abel's woman today, Miss Adams, his ex-fiancée, could kiss his horse's...Could he marry his brother's woman? After an accident disfigures Abel Shepherd’s face, he is considered the ogre of Potter county. Lonely, he orders a mail-order bride, but she never arrives. Yet, his brother brings home a lovely bride who helps Abel see past the scars on his face. Emma’s dying mother answers an ...

Bad Girls Have More Fun Unjustifiably branded scandalous by the newspaper society columnist, Sadie King tries to embrace her new identity to show society she is above such piddly gossip. She will wear her "bad girl" badge with pride, chin held high. At least until young businessman Levi Griffin decides to see just how salacious she really is. Since rescuing a naked Sadie from a vicious prank, Levi Griffin hasn't been the same. The woman is tempting and he can’t seem to walk away from her innocent smile and bewitching eyes. His mother, the local gossip writer, continuously berates the ...

Praise for Lipstick and Lead. 2.0 *****Loved this exciting adventure! This is an action packed, highly entertaining, engaging and heart racing adventure filled with emotional thrills, dangerous charters, witty banter and edge of your seat twists...... a exciting read from beginning to end and a journey that will leave you energized and looking for more! Loved it! *****Sylvia McDaniel's bounty hunter books just keep getting better and better! The unraveling of the mystery and drama was so twisted, there are things you won't see coming. A story not to be missed. ***** SPECTACULAR! ...

Two worlds collide, when a conservative cowboy saves a zany journalist. In the heart of Cupid, Texas, where the clash between tradition and quirkiness is as fiery as love itself, an unlikely duo is about to rewrite the rules of romance. Meet Jim Lawrence, a rugged cowboy with a staunch disbelief in superstitions and a penchant for a black-and-white world. Forced into a bizarre bet that involves dancing around the Cupid Statue at midnight, he never imagined it would lead to saving a spirited journalist, Shadow Wilson. Shadow, on a mission to unravel the secrets of the fabled Cupid Statue, ...

When Winning the Jackpot Isn’t Enough—Can Love Be Their Biggest Victory? In the Kissing Oaks Billionaire Brothers box set, three captivating stories of love, secrets, and second chances unfold. Adrian and Madison’s Fake Engagement Adrian Landry, fresh off a Powerball win, needs a no-strings-attached date for the rodeo ball season to dodge the women chasing his fortune. Enter his old friend, Madison Benton, a high-powered lawyer eager to return home to Oakdale, Texas. Madison proposes a deal—she'll be Adrian's date if he helps launch her legal start-up. What starts as a business ...

Lipstick and Lead Series Books 1-4 Forced to become bounty hunters. These girls always get their man! The McKenzie sisters, Meg, Annabelle, and Ruby find themselves orphaned, alone and about to lose the homestead. See the three women's journey's as they use their weapons and wiles to find love, happiness and discover family is all that matters. Desperate In 1880 Zenith, Texas, the McKenzie sisters, Meg, Annabelle and Ruby must find a way to support themselves after the death of their father. They have three options; marriage, women's work or... following in their papa's footsteps.Deadly ...

Scandal, Bigomy and Murder Recently married Layla Cuvier is awakened to the shocking news that her husband is murdered and she is not his only widow. It’s true, she hated Jean Cuvier who forced Layla’s father to sell his shipping company and sanctioned their marriage. There may be three Cuvier widows, but Layla is the suspected killer. Forced to turn to the man she blames for the sale of her father's shipping company, she must trust Drew Soulier, the best attorney in New Orleans. Layla knows Drew doubts her innocence and is only using her trial to further his political ambitions, yet ...

Scandal, Bigamy and Murder Nicole Cuvier went to New Orleans to share wonderful news with her husband only to discover him in a hotel room murdered, with two other women claiming to be his wives. It seems there are three Cuvier Widows and each one is suspected of murder. Pregnant, unmarried, and now a widow with a plantation on the verge of bankruptcy. Nicole needs a temporary husband. Someone to save Rosewood and give her child a last name. Enter a handsome drifter, Maxim Viel, who agrees to marry her, but unbeknownst to Nicole, wants more than a temporary arrangement. Can his strong arms,...

Scandal, Bigamy and Murder Marian Cuvier's world unravels when she discovers her husband's shocking murder. The detective's revelation that she is one of three Cuvier widows suspected of the crime adds a sinister layer to the already devastating truth. As Louis Fournet, Jean's business partner, grapples with the desire to sell Cuvier Shipping, Marian, fueled by determination, insists on stepping into her late husband's shoes. Louis finds himself drawn to the enigmatic widow, despite knowing the complications she brings to his plans. In a web of intrigue and passion, Louis uses his influence...

The Bad Boy Wants The Preacher’s Daughter…At Least For One Night "Oh no," she screeched trying to hide all her very nice curves that she obviously had kept hidden away all these years. "What are you doing here?" he asked stunned. With her hands shielding her body, she glared at him. "The same thing you're doing." Preacher’s daughter Chloe Kilian’s luck with men has been less than inspirational. One was a cheater, two thought they were God’s gift to women, three had Mother Separation anxiety, and four were chosen by her father. The odds were not in her favor of meeting Mr. Right. ...

After dancing around the Cupid fountain, can they hide their forbidden romance? Against the backdrop of her overprotective brothers' disapproval, Kelsey Lawrence’s penchant for trouble leads her to a daring escapade. Fueled by wine and a whimsical superstition, she experiences an unexpected encounter with the law. For Cody, the sight of Kelsey sprinting down the street in the nude feels like a surreal dream. The pampered and strictly off-limits sister has always been a magnet for mischief, but this time, the stakes are higher. As circumstances bring them closer, sparks ignite, setting the...

Love, Laughter and a Brush With the Law Embark on a whimsical journey with Meghan Scott, a school librarian with a penchant for breaking the rules. In a moment of daring, spurred on by her mischievous girlfriends, Meghan finds herself dancing au naturel around Cupid's fountain. Little does she know that this impulsive act will set off a chain of events, including a run-in with her past. Enter Max Vandenburg, a former professional football player, and Meghan's once-upon-a-time sweetheart. Shocked to witness Meghan's escapade, Max sees an opportunity to mend the heartbreak from seven years ...

The Redhead with the Gun Won’t be Denied In a race against time, Jennifer McKenzie Delgado, and Carson Lopez, mistaken for his dangerous twin, team up to capture a million-dollar bail jumper and save the Lipstick and Lead Bounty Hunting Agency from ruin. With organized crime closing in and their hearts on the line, their electrifying quest will keep you on the edge of your seat, blending suspense with Janet Evanovich-style humor in this thrilling romantic suspense.

Scandal, schemes, and a battle for survival—being bad never felt so good. Labeled scandalous by the local newspaper, Sadie and her daring circle of friends wear the title like a badge of honor. In a world where expectations are stacked against them, they refuse to back down. With fierce determination and bold defiance, these women push the limits of propriety, facing off against contempt, societal oppression, and a ruthless gender war. But no rivalry is fiercer than the one they share with Nellie—an enemy who will stop at nothing to see them fall. As schemes unfold and tensions rise, ...

The Single Father and the Teacher Jesse McIntire is determined to protect his young daughter from the fate of his late wife. His father sends for a woman to take over his daughter’s academic training as well as her feminine etiquette. Jesse refuses to bow down to his father’s wishes. Until he sees the beautiful and elegant teacher exit the train… She just might be what his daughter needs–and what he desires. Dreaming of independence and self-worth that don’t require her to be shackled to any man, Pearl Weare denies her attraction to the rugged cowboy. But once she starts falling ...

Will the Bounty Hunter Catch the Billionaire? Brittany McKenzie, ex-military sniper, comes from a long line of bounty hunters. The night her cousin Jennifer marries, she has a one-night stand with a gorgeous unknown man who piques her interest. Back at work when she goes on her next assignment, she can’t believe his face stares back at her. Billionaire Mark Davis has been framed for embezzlement and is determined to clear his name. The only obstacle is the blonde bounty hunter, who he spent one glorious night in Vegas with, doesn’t care what he thinks. Can he convince her of his ...

The Heat is On My pet name for him is Detective Baby Daddy. Why so harsh, you ask? Because Antonio Marino represents everything I detest in a guy. Unfortunately, we’re both after the same criminal. Normally, that wouldn’t bother me since I always get my man, but Antonio’s boss has ordered us to work together or go to jail. Now I’m wondering who I’ll take down in handcuffs first-- Detective Baby Daddy or the trafficking scumbag Torres. If you ask me, she’s a bounty hunter with a chip on her shoulder the size of Texas and a bad attitude to match. You’d think Katherine McKenzie ...

A Christmas Miracle in the Snow - Love Comes to the Rescue Going home for Christmas, Olivia Miller's life takes a sudden, unexpected turn. Stranded in a desolate snowstorm, she's left reeling from a string of losses - her job, her fiance, and now her car. But just when she thought her world couldn't get any colder, rancher Lucas Peterson appears like a guardian angel, rescuing her from the icy clutches of winter. Lucas, too, is grappling with his own solitary Christmas, haunted by the tragic loss of his parents. As they find themselves drawn together by the forced proximity of the snowstorm...

One Lie Changes The Course of Three Lives When Marianne Larson uncovers a truth about her marriage, she sets out to change the course of her life, finding herself along the way. But that journey doesn’t come easy as her mother and daughter decide to take a ride of their own–a ride that just might change all of their lives. While discovering secrets, lies, and the truth about men & dating, three generations and three very different personalities recreate their lives and strengthen their female bond. But what they find might just be what they knew all along… Reviews “Three generations...

A Burning Need for Revenge Addie King will stop at nothing to get her revenge. Not even a Texas Ranger can slow her down. But she’s more than happy to wreck havoc in the lawman’s life, if he gets in her way. Until the night she realizes she may have met her match. Texas Ranger, Wesley Selig knows that a savage gang is being run from Central Texas and is determined to find who they’re working for. Only problem a devious redhead who is under the false belief she’s a bounty hunter. Determined that only she will bring in the ruthless outlaws, they play a dangerous game of cat and mouse,...