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Together for the twinsMontana Twins by Charlotte Maclay Sheriff Eric Oakes didn't know the first thing about babies, and now he had to prove himself worthy of raising his twin nieces. Laura Cavendish had to make sure he'd be a suitable dad, and that meant finding this bachelor a wife. Her love for the little girls was so great that she agreed to take on the role. Would Eric and Laura learn that sometimes love comes after marriage?Baby Twins: Parents Needed by Teresa Carpenter Rachel Adams's independent life is turned upside down when she's named guardian to two orphaned twins, but in no time they steal her heart. When gorgeous co-guardian Ford Sullivan turns up, he starts to take charge. Rachel realizes it's best for the babies if she and Ford work together. But being this close to Ford makes Rachel wonder whether stand-in mom and dad could become forever bride and groom… Previously published as Montana Twins and Baby Twins: Parents Needed

She was alone, pregnant and couldn''t remember a thing!Found wandering on the beach with a huge bump on her head, Marla''s only reality was her impending motherhood—and the man who''d rescued her. Strong, generous and to-die-for, Johnny Fuentes was any woman''s ideal mate—so who else could he be, but her husband?Police Cheif Johnny Fuentes was in deep trobule. On doctor''s orders, he would pretend he was Marla''a husband until her memories returned. But living as man and wife, with the birth of her child imminent, Johnny suddenly wanted the sham marriage to be a real one. But how could he claim this woman when the truth about her was still a mystery?

IN THE FAMILY WAY…When lovely Loretta Santana signed on as Griffin Jones''s temporary butler, the wealthy playboy discovered he suddenly had a few unexpected problems. One: his petite new butler was a she. Two: she was pregnant. Three: she was eight months pregnant and soon to be a single mom….All Loretta had wanted was to earn a month''s fair wages before her Christmas delivery arrived—until she fell for her debonair employer''s considerable charms. And it didn''t help that the wedding-wary bachelor''s protective instincts lurched into overdrive—but could Loretta convince the acting daddy-to-be to take on that role for a lifetime?

He was expecting one visitor…. She was expecting three!Two seconds after meeting him, Kristi was falling for Michael Running Wolf O''Leary. His chiseled features and taut body were as sculpted as the New Mexico mountains. Unfortunately, two hours before, she''d switched places with the friend of the family he was expecting to visit. Apparently that "innocent" stranger had neglected to tell Kristi a few crucial details—like the fact that she was to be Michael''s wife…and that she was pregnant….With triplets!

Her name was Samantha Sterling and she was pure gold.Rogan Prescott couldn''t get over the way the pigtailed kid who''d been his housekeeper''s daughter had grown up. She was all fiery curls and sensuous curves—and sticky fingers, evidently. Because the first time Rogan saw Sam after all these years, she was dripping with diamonds—somebody else''s!Like a good "big brother," Rogan decided to help Samantha and find her one of his fellow millionaires to give her diamonds—the old-fashioned way. Little did Rogan know Samantha had secrets of her own, and the only thing she planned on stealing was his twenty-four-karat heart.

How to lose your virginity…At twenty-eight, getting down and dirty should be real simple—except if you''re a good girl from an excruciatingly small town. Why, Hannah Jansen even lives with her father and helps him run the local hardware store! She''s sick to death of being wholesome and dependable.When her hotel mixes up her reservations and puts her in the same room as sexy rancher Holt Janson, Hannah considers her options. Here she is footloose and fancy-free in the big city. And fate has given her an honest-to-goodness sex symbol for a roommate. Thank you!Except, Holt decides to be responsible and not seduce her. Great, just great.There was only one answer. Hannah Jansen needed to become a bad girl….

Ready…Career-driven Blake Donovan planned to score big time at the annual management retreat and become the new V.P.AIM…Then Eloise Periwinkle blew into the retreat on a breeze, knocking Blake right out of his polished wing tips. Who was this sweet, bumbling uninhibited beauty? And why was she playing Cupid for him and Margaret, his rival for the top job?FIRE…OOPS!Suddenly Blake was a lovesick fool—for Eloise. She, however, was convinced she was the wrong woman for him.But when Cupid strikes, even the most unlikely opposites can find their own happily ever after.

Vital Stats of: H. Dean Weylin IIIAge: 32Hair: walnut brownEyes: deep sea blueProfession: doctorEtc.: great lover and good father materialEverything about him looked the same, but the man standing before her couldn''t be more different than the Dean Weylin who walked out on her nine years ago. Then, Sunny McCloud truly believed there wasn''t a chance in hell she''d ever see him again. Now, suddenly, here he was. Handsome and rugged as ever. Too bad his memory was gone, because they had made some beautiful ones together…two of which were named Howie and Danny.

Poor Miss Prim!With his mouth-watering muscles and his myriad millions, world-class bachelor Curt Creighton had fabulous females forever swooning at his feet. Yet his famous aqua eyes feasted on painfully proper law clerk Kathryn Prim, as if peeling away her pinstripes would reveal the succulent forbidden fruit he hungered to taste….Curt''s opulent virility made Kathryn''s heart throb wantonly behind her stuffed shirt. His extravagant gifts and champagne kisses made her head spin beneath her businesslike bun. Clearly, Curt meant to make her his, no matter what the cost. But no way would this maddening, intoxicating millionaire loosen her straight laces! Or, the morning after, penniless Miss Prim would surely pay the price….

She Stood Before Him Barely DressedIn veils and silks, she was almost more than desperate cowboy Parker Dunlap could bear. He needed a nanny for the two children he had just become father to—not a woman who put him in mind of a harem and Arabian nights! But there was a magic in her uncertain smile, a plea no man could refuse….Centuries of disuse had left Nesrin''s powers lacking…but her eyesight was still sharp. The man she saw before her—in skin-molding jeans and a sexy Stetson—made her hunger for the touch she''d been deprived of for centuries. But to do so might mean condemning herself to eternal darkness in her lamp.

"Who''s been sleeping in my bed?"A simple question, yet Cliff Swain knew his reaction to theslumbering beauty couldn''t be easily explained. Afterall, he hadn''t looked, let alone thought twice about awoman in years. And here, temptation lay in his bed,her tousled hair spread across his pillow…Tasha Reynolds had come to Montana to repair abroken heart and to cook and clean for Cliff. Thedeputy dad had an opening, allowing Tasha and herdaughter to make a temporary home on the Double Sranch. Only, Tasha hadn''t dreamed what she wouldfind in this cowboy''s embrace…and couldn''tconceive leaving behind…

FIREMAN REPORT Name: Jay Tolliver Status: Relieved of duty to recover from injuries sustained in heroic rescueAn earthquake had left celebrity Kimberly Lydell''s once-flawless face permanently scarred. And though she withdrew from the world, Kim couldn''t forget the strong, brave firefighter who''d risked his life to save hers. When she learned he''d been blinded in a fire, Kim flew to Jay Tolliver''s side.Darkness temporarily held Jay prisoner. But he didn''t need sight to know Kim was the woman he desired most in the world. Jay would accept her help—and show Kim that real heroes saw beauty with the heart….Men of Station SixThe courage to face danger was in their blood…love for their women ignited their souls.

FIREMAN REPORTName: Mike GablesStatus: Currently reconsidering his bachelor status for one orphaned six-year-old and a very sexy social workerRescuing people from raging fires was a job Mike Gables took very seriously. Committing himself to only one woman…well, that was another story. But Mike hadn''t counted on the effect six-year-old Randy would have on his life—or what Kristin McCoy would do to his heart. For Kristin was like no beauty Mike had ever known, and her devotion to abandoned children only made him want her more. Suddenly the dedicated firefighter was thinking more about planning a future than filling his little black book…Men of Station Six: The courage to face danger was in their blood…love for their women ignited their souls.

FIREMAN REPORTName: Logan StrongStatus: Torn between loyalty to a fallen firefighter and smoldering passion for the man''s widowIn one heart-stopping moment, a savage fire stole Janice Gainer''s husband. Memories of his fellow firefighter led Logan Strong to offer comfort to the beautiful widow. But Logan''s kindness was like kindling, and sparked a raging attraction between them. Even a kiss felt like the ultimate betrayal! Both desperate to deny their desires, Logan and Janice struggled to honor the man they had lost. But their hearts were through mourning…and in bloom—and their souls ravenous for a man-woman connection. For the miracle of healing had shown them that somewhere between honor and duty…lies love.Men of Station Six: The courage to face danger was in their blood…love for their women ignited their souls.

FIREMAN REPORTName: Danny SullivanStatus: Playing Sir Galahad to the Firechiefs Pregnant DaughterSaving the innocent was all in a day''s work for Danny Sullivan. But the macho firefighter knew he''d never live down the time he rescued a hamster from a preschool fire! Still, his act of "bravery" sparked a sizzling attraction with teacher Stephanie Gray, who had blossomed from the pesky kid down the street to an ultradesirable woman. Sure, the jilted mom-to-be deserved a commitment kind of guy, but just because she inspired Danny to slay dragons on her behalf didn''t mean he was the man for her. However, if anyone could transform this die-hard bachelor, it just might be this woman….Men of Station Six: The courage to face danger was in their blood…love for their women ignited their souls.

Brides of the Desert Rose:Return to the scene of scandals and seduction in this follow-up to the bestselling TEXAS SHEIKHS series.The Princess in DisguisePrincess Allie Bahram just couldn''t go through with her impending royal arranged marriage—at least, not before experiencing a taste of freedom. So she posed as her lady-in-waiting Leila and took a job on Cord Brannigan''s ranch. But she never expected the handsome cowboy to ignite a breathless passion she''d never known. As a princess, Allie wouldn''t have a chance with Cord, but as Leila she could follow her heart. Yet when Cord learned Allie wasn''t who she claimed to be, would he fire her as the housekeeper…or keep her on as his bride?

From Runaway Bride…The beautiful woman snuggling a baby in her arms spelled trouble, and Walker Oakes knew it the instant she appeared on his ranch applying to be his housekeeper. Well, the gruff bachelor planned to send the sophisticated city slicker packing. Then Lizzie showered his foster sons with the motherly attention they''d missed and gazed at him with wary eyes that aroused all of his protective instincts….To Rancher''s Bride?Second thoughts about her impending, loveless nuptials sent Lizzie seeking refuge in Montana. What she hadn''t expected were the warm kisses she shared with Walker—or the way they made her feel. Lizzie wasn''t about to let down her guard and fall for the rugged cowboy. So why did she hope that Walker''s family needed two more to be complete?

Dr. Rory "Swift Eagle" Oakes could track, tame and treat the orneriest of beasts. But his five-foot-five freckle-faced first love Kristi Kerrigan had inexplicably disappeared from his life six years before, only to return to Grass Valley, Montana, with a new love: a dark-eyed, bronze-skinned little boy the spitting image of his daddy.Rory couldn''t deny the passion that blazed anew between him and the mother of his child. Nor could he deny the pain of being deprived of the miracle of his baby''s first breath, and the five years of "firsts" that followed. But Kristi and their boy were within reach now, and this time Rory would stop at nothing to ensure these family ties lasted forever….

From Bachelor Sheriff To Daddy Of Two? What A Day!Sheriff Eric Oakes didn''t know the first thing about babies, and now he had to prove himself worthy of raising his twin nieces. Taking care of those little girls was one thing, but taking on the woman who controlled their fate was another thing entirely!Laura Cavendish had promised she''d find the twins'' uncle, but she hadn''t expected to find him so…irresistible. She had to make sure he''d be a suitable dad, and that meant finding this bachelor a wife. Her love for the little girls was so great that she agreed to take on the role. Would Eric and Laura learn that sometimes love comes after marriage?

HUSBAND IN A MILLION Single mom Joanna Greer knew all the "mommy" tricks: kiss boo-boos, fix three squares a day…fuss, fuss, fuss. But when it came to acting as a father figure to her young son, she was desperately at a loss….Then little Tyler staked his claim on the handsome bachelor next door.Kris Slavik didn't know the first thing about fatherhood. His upbringing had been short on hugs, but long on expectations. Well, he'd earned his millions…several times over. Problem was, he had no one to share it with. Until a rambunctious kid and his beautiful mom had him tossing around footballs–and sizing very big diamond rings….

IN THE FAMILY WAY… When lovely Loretta Santana signed on as Griffin Jones's temporary butler, the wealthy playboy discovered he suddenly had a few unexpected problems. One: his petite new butler was a she. Two: she was pregnant. Three: she was eight months pregnant and soon to be a single mom….All Loretta had wanted was to earn a month's fair wages before her Christmas delivery arrived–until she fell for her debonair employer's considerable charms. And it didn't help that the wedding-wary bachelor's protective instincts lurched into overdrive–but could Loretta convince the acting daddy-to-be to take on that role for a lifetime?

"Who's been sleeping in my bed?"A simple question, yet Cliff Swain knew his reaction to the slumbering beauty couldn't be easily explained. After all, he hadn't looked, let alone thought twice about a woman in years. And here, temptation lay in his bed, her tousled hair spread across his pillow…Tasha Reynolds had come to Montana to repair a broken heart and to cook and clean for Cliff. The deputy dad had an opening, allowing Tasha and her daughter to make a temporary home on the Double S ranch. Only, Tasha hadn't dreamed what she would find in this cowboy's embrace…and couldn't conceive leaving behind…

Brides of the Desert Rose:Return to the scene of scandals and seduction in this follow-up to the bestselling TEXAS SHEIKHS series. The Princess in Disguise Princess Allie Bahram just couldn't go through with her impending royal arranged marriage–at least, not before experiencing a taste of freedom. So she posed as her lady-in-waiting Leila and took a job on Cord Brannigan's ranch. But she never expected the handsome cowboy to ignite a breathless passion she'd never known. As a princess, Allie wouldn't have a chance with Cord, but as Leila she could follow her heart. Yet when Cord learned Allie wasn't who she claimed to be, would he fire her as the housekeeper…or keep her on as his bride?

FIREMAN REPORT Name: Logan StrongStatus: Torn between loyalty to a fallen firefighter and smoldering passion for the man's widow In one heart-stopping moment, a savage fire stole Janice Gainer's husband. Memories of his fellow firefighter led Logan Strong to offer comfort to the beautiful widow. But Logan's kindness was like kindling, and sparked a raging attraction between them. Even a kiss felt like the ultimate betrayal! Both desperate to deny their desires, Logan and Janice struggled to honor the man they had lost. But their hearts were through mourning…and in bloom–and their souls ravenous for a man-woman connection. For the miracle of healing had shown them that somewhere between honor and duty…lies love. Men of Station Six: The courage to face danger was in their blood…love for their women ignited their souls.

FIREMAN REPORT Name: Jay Tolliver Status: Relieved of duty to recover from injuries sustained in heroic rescue An earthquake had left celebrity Kimberly Lydell's once-flawless face permanently scarred. And though she withdrew from the world, Kim couldn't forget the strong, brave firefighter who'd risked his life to save hers. When she learned he'd been blinded in a fire, Kim flew to Jay Tolliver's side.Darkness temporarily held Jay prisoner. But he didn't need sight to know Kim was the woman he desired most in the world. Jay would accept her help–and show Kim that real heroes saw beauty with the heart…. Men of Station Six The courage to face danger was in their blood…love for their women ignited their souls.

From Runaway Bride…The beautiful woman snuggling a baby in her arms spelled trouble, and Walker Oakes knew it the instant she appeared on his ranch applying to be his housekeeper. Well, the gruff bachelor planned to send the sophisticated city slicker packing. Then Lizzie showered his foster sons with the motherly attention they'd missed and gazed at him with wary eyes that aroused all of his protective instincts….To Rancher's Bride?Second thoughts about her impending, loveless nuptials sent Lizzie seeking refuge in Montana. What she hadn't expected were the warm kisses she shared with Walker–or the way they made her feel. Lizzie wasn't about to let down her guard and fall for the rugged cowboy. So why did she hope that Walker's family needed two more to be complete?

Dr. Rory "Swift Eagle" Oakes could track, tame and treat the orneriest of beasts. But his five-foot-five freckle-faced first love Kristi Kerrigan had inexplicably disappeared from his life six years before, only to return to Grass Valley, Montana, with a new love: a dark-eyed, bronze-skinned little boy the spitting image of his daddy.Rory couldn't deny the passion that blazed anew between him and the mother of his child. Nor could he deny the pain of being deprived of the miracle of his baby's first breath, and the five years of "firsts" that followed. But Kristi and their boy were within reach now, and this time Rory would stop at nothing to ensure these family ties lasted forever….

From Bachelor Sheriff To Daddy Of Two? What A Day! Sheriff Eric Oakes didn't know the first thing about babies, and now he had to prove himself worthy of raising his twin nieces. Taking care of those little girls was one thing, but taking on the woman who controlled their fate was another thing entirely!Laura Cavendish had promised she'd find the twins' uncle, but she hadn't expected to find him so…irresistible. She had to make sure he'd be a suitable dad, and that meant finding this bachelor a wife. Her love for the little girls was so great that she agreed to take on the role. Would Eric and Laura learn that sometimes love comes after marriage?

FIREMAN REPORTName: Danny SullivanStatus: Playing Sir Galahad to the Firechiefs Pregnant Daughter Saving the innocent was all in a day's work for Danny Sullivan. But the macho firefighter knew he'd never live down the time he rescued a hamster from a preschool fire! Still, his act of "bravery" sparked a sizzling attraction with teacher Stephanie Gray, who had blossomed from the pesky kid down the street to an ultradesirable woman. Sure, the jilted mom-to-be deserved a commitment kind of guy, but just because she inspired Danny to slay dragons on her behalf didn't mean he was the man for her. However, if anyone could transform this die-hard bachelor, it just might be this woman…. Men of Station Six: The courage to face danger was in their blood…love for their women ignited their souls.