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This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.High school sweethearts are reunited and old feeling resurface in this classic tale of love and overcoming the past from New York Times bestselling author Linda GoodnightOnly one person knows why Kat Thatcher left her Oklahoma hometown ten years ago. Why she ran to the city and became a workaholic doctor. Why she put off marriage...indefinitely. And that person is now staring her in the face on her first day back in town! Seth Washington is as handsome as ever. Way too available. And wanting to talk about the past-which Kat prefers to leave alone. Seth insists the Lord is on their side and always was. Kat's starting to believe, but will that be enough for love?Originally published in 2008

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.Love''s DutyAs assistant police chief, Heath Monroe never expected he''d ever need rescuing. But that''s exactly what Cassie Blackwell does when she pulls him out of a car wreckage. He''s surprised at the beautiful widow''s strength and joyous spirit. But he''s been burned before and is cautious to get involved. Especially since his investigation into the town''s drug operation might implicate Cassie''s ex-husband! Yet the more time he spends with her, the deeper he falls. Will he have to choose between duty and his growing love–or is there a way he can have both?Whisper Falls: Where every prayer is answered…

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.Welcome To Redemption, OklahomaThe idyllic little town Cheyenne Rhodes has chosen for her fresh start is almost too welcoming. After all, she''s come here to hide from her past–not to make new friends.But single dad Trace Bowman isn''t about to let Cheyenne hide away her heart. He can''t ignore the special way she has with his daughter, Zoey–or how she''s reminded him of the power of real love. Now he needs to convince Cheyenne that Redemption is more than a place to hide– it''s also a way to be found.…

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.Her Unexpected Hero Sawyer Buchanon was against hiring Jade Warren. The escalating threats against his family''s construction business–and Sawyer in particular–don''t warrant the time and money spent on a private investigator. Even if Jade''s smart, beautiful and challenging in a way that intrigues him. Jade has personal reasons to mistrust any Buchanon–especially one as handsome and smooth as Sawyer. But everything she''s been led to believe about the successful Buchanons crumbles in the face of Sawyer''s decency and sweetness. And the closer Jade gets to Sawyer, the more intense her feelings for him become. Soon the biggest risk she''ll face is having Sawyer steal her heart.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.Rancher Austin Blackwell knows a wounded creature when he sees one. Although Annalisa Keller won''t reveal how she ended up stranded in Whisper Falls, his conscience refuses to let her leave. The little Ozarks town could be the perfect place for her to start over–just as it was for him. Trying to keep his own past hidden, Austin finds himself falling for the vulnerable beauty with too many secrets. Before long, Annalisa''s warmth and love of life work their way into Austin''s heart…and promise never to leave.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.The Greatest Christmas Gift Contractor Brady Buchanon can''t wait to surprise single mom Abby Webster with his company''s Christmas home makeover prize. But once he does, the struggling waitress turns him down flat! Raised in foster care, Abby won''t accept charity. Yet when her dilapidated porch almost injures her daughter, Abby finally agrees to Brady''s offer.As the hardworking bachelor pushes to finish the house in time for Christmas, he starts falling for Abby and her little girl. With the holidays in sight, Brady wonders if Abby will not only accept her beautiful new home, but also his wish to make her his wife…

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.Second-Chance ChristmasIt''s been nine years since Jake Hamilton broke Allison Buchanon''s heart and left town. But she''s never been able to forget the high school boy she secretly loved. Now Jake''s come home to care for his ailing grandmother, and Allison''s family will do anything to prevent a rekindled romance. Unfortunately, the connection between Allison and the green-eyed cowboy is undeniable. She believes that forgiveness is possible, especially at Christmas. But Jake cares too deeply about Allison to take her away from the close-knit Buchanon clan. Will Allison have to choose between a loving family and the love of her life?The Buchanons: Steeped in loyalty, bound by family.

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.A Newborn SurpriseHelicopter pilot Creed Carter can''t believe his eyes–someone''s left a baby on the church altar. When this perfect little girl is temporarily turned over to Haley Blanchard, Creed is skeptical. The auburn-haired foster mother in flowing skirts is pretty, yet definitely not his type. But the more time Creed spends with Haley, the more he appreciates her style and her fierce commitment to her foster kids. To his surprise, he''s falling for her–and for baby Rose. But when a crisis strikes, can Creed convince Haley to face her worst fear and trust what''s in her heart?

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.A New Mommy For ChristmasWidower Davis Turner doesn''t need to hear his children''s whispered wishes for a new mom to recognize that new neighbor Lana Ross is a beautiful woman. But he worries that his feelings for the former bad girl could put his family at risk for small-town scandal. Lana knows she should steer clear of Davis. Yet she can''t resist spending time with the handsome single dad, even if the truth might soon tear them apart. Though Lana has turned over a new leaf, her secrets have followed her to Whisper Falls. Secrets that could destroy her hope for a future with Davis.Whisper Falls: Where every prayer is answered…

This is an Apple Books audiobook narrated by a digital voice based on a human narrator.The Secret Next Door Nurse Gena Satterfield knew raising her rebellious nephew, Derrick, would be tough, but moving to Gabriel''s Crossing was supposed to help ease the transition into their new reality. That was before she realized her new neighbor was Quinn Buchanon–her teenage crush, the town''s onetime star quarterback…and Derrick''s father. Her sister''s dying wish was that Gena keep this secret. Yet watching Quinn connect with the boy and penetrate his angry walls, Gena begins to see him in a whole new light. Now, torn between the truth and the promise she made, Gena has to follow her heart. And hope they can all heal together…as a family.

Millionaire on her doorstep! Single mum Natalie has worked hard to become self-sufficient; she now juggles creating fantastic cakes for The Wedding Belles with raising her troublesome twins. But her hard-won independence means she won’t be decorating her own cake any time soon…Cooper Sullivan is a winner. He’s competitive and at the top of his career. A new job leads him back to Natalie’s door. Seeing her again after so many years makes Cooper realise that the only thing he never won – and the only thing that really matters – is Natalie’s heart… The Wedding Planners Planning perfect weddings… finding happy endings!

‘You’re hired. ’ A super-successful businessman, the only thing Ryan Storm can’t quite get a handle on is his six-year-old daughter, Mariah. He can’t give her the one thing she really wants – a mum. But he can hire the next best thing…Pregnant, widowed Kelsey Mason isn’t Ryan’s idea of the perfect nanny, but little Mariah bonds with her straight away. Even Ryan starts to fall under her spell, as she tempts the workaholic single dad to take time off to enjoy his family – a family that might grow into something even more special if Ryan can open his heart again… Baby on Board From bump to baby and beyond…

His Majesty requests your company for banquets, ballroom dancing… and a little bombshell? Stepping into Prince Aleks’ turreted castle is like going back in time. Sara hasn’t seen him for five years… He never told her he was a prince, and now he’s wearing a crown! Sara once loved Aleks with all her heart, and she feels as if she’s the centre of his world all over again. Yet she can’t shake the feeling that there are more secrets to be revealed…

Back by popular demand! These great value titles feature stories from Mills & Boon fans' favourite authors. Promoted: Nanny to Wife Marissa Devlin has vowed to protect her orphaned half-brother – so becomes governess to the daughter of dark, brooding Holt McMaster. Holt’s little girl soon makes her feel like a mother, but the magnificent cattle baron’s guarded heart isn’t so easily won! The Italian Tycoon and the Nanny A new daddy to his orphaned nephew, Massimo needs help. Bringing the baby’s beautiful aunt Julie Marchant to Italy as a nanny seems the perfect solution. Julie is a fish out of water in Massimo’s glamorous, wealthy world and she’s trying desperately to ignore her attraction to the brooding tycoon… The Millionaire’s Nanny Arrangement A supersuccessful businessman, the only thing Ryan Storm can’t quite get a handle on is his daughter, Mariah, who just wants a mum. But he can hire the next best thing… Pregnant, widowed Kelsey Mason is little Mariah’s idea of the perfect nanny. Even Ryan starts to fall under Kelsey’s spell as she tempts the workaholic to enjoy his family…

In Redemption, Oklahoma, a young boy is found huddled in a Dumpster, clutching a Christmas book. Scared and refusing to speak, he captures undercover agent Kade McKendrick’s guarded heart. Kade brings the child home until he can track down his family—and his story. All Kade has is a name, Davey, and the boy’s trust of sweet, pretty teacher Sophie Bartholomew.With her kindness and faith, Sophie helps both the boy and the battle-scarred cop to smile again. And as they uncover the mystery of a very special child, a family is formed—just in time for Christmas. Redemption River: Where healing flows….

The moment they met, social worker Mia Carano knew Officer Collin Grace was the perfect mentor for a runaway teen in her care. After all, the boy looked up to him, and desperately needed a role model. Though a childhood spent in foster care had hardened Collin, Mia would reveal the caring man she knew was inside. After all, breaking through his gruff exterior would fulfill a boy's Christmas wish…and maybe even her own.

The Woman He Left Behind… It took serious injuries from a roadside bomb to bring war photographer Drew Michaels back to his estranged wife, Larissa. His need for adventure had ultimately pushed Larissa toward the warm embrace of the church…and away from him.But now, being back in such close quarters with his first – and only – love, was stirring up feelings of peace and comfort he'd suppressed long ago. Yet his secrets could once again tear him away from the woman to whom he'd uttered the words "I do."

In these heartwarming, inspirational tales of romance, an embittered single father, a commitment-wary Navy man and a disillusioned widower rediscover their faith and the power of love in the warmth of the Christmas season. Bundle includes In the Spirit of...Christmas, The Christmas Groom and One Golden Christmas

Only one person knows why Kat Thatcher left her Oklahoma hometown ten years ago. Why she ran to the city and became a workaholic doctor. Why she put off marriage…indefinitely. And that person is now staring her in the face on her first day back in town!Seth Washington is as handsome as ever. Way too available. And wanting to talk about the past–which Kat prefers to leave alone. Seth insists the Lord is on their side and always was. Kat's starting to believe, but will that be enough for love?

Finally, Rainy Jernagen has the child-filled home she's always wanted! Okay, so she still hasn't found Mr. Right, but the foster kids she's taken in fill her heart almost completely. Then handyman/rancher Nate Del Rio comes knocking, and Rainy starts to wonder if she really can have it all. There's only one problem: Nate doesn't want kids. At all. And nothing Rainy says will change his mind.Of course, she's not going to let that stop her. Not when she has a houseful of adorable allies to raid Nate's ranch and win his heart–whether he likes it or not.

Welcome To Redemption, Oklahoma The idyllic little town Cheyenne Rhodes has chosen for her fresh start is almost too welcoming. After all, she's come here to hide from her past–not to make new friends. But single dad Trace Bowman isn't about to let Cheyenne hide away her heart.He can't ignore the special way she has with his daughter, Zoey–or how she's reminded him of the power of real love. Now he needs to convince Cheyenne that Redemption is more than a place to hide–it's also a way to be found….

Faith and warm memories have helped widow Kitty Wainwright endure the loss of her husband. That's all she's ever neededuntil she hires contractor Jace Carter to repair her motel. Kitty has no idea the silent, scarred Jace has admired her since they set eyes on each other. Although Kitty's wary of letting anyone into her heart, Jace can't ignore his feelings for her.But with old secrets threatening to ruin his future happiness, Jace has to put his past to rest before he can convince Kitty that she belongs by his side.

Heartwarming stories of holiday romance by RITA Award-winning author Linda Goodnight In the Spirit of…Christmas For his daughter's sake, widowed father Jesse Slater returns to Oklahoma to reclaim the family ranch. But their home is now a Christmas tree farm…run by a woman whose faith will change their lives forever. A Very Special Delivery Molly McCreight has met the man of her dreams! But with her painful secret, how can she hope to spend the holidays–let alone the rest of her life –with single father Ethan Hunter and his precious baby girl?

Doing the right thing always came easily to firefighter Zak Ashford. So he can't refuse taking in the dying wife he thought divorced him long ago—and watching over her three troubled children. The only person Zak can turn to is his cute neighbor, Jilly Fairmont, who helps him and the children through their loss. And not just because she secretly cares for Zak.Yet it isn't long before Zak realizes what this honest, compassionate woman means to him, too. Can he convince Jilly that his life would be complete if she agreed to share his future?

Riveting romantic suspense to set your heart racing! Heroic and courageous characters battle against danger and face challenges to their faith… and to their lives. A PRINCE WITH NO MEMORY Injured in an attack on the royal motorcade and missing his memories, Alec has one person he can trust. Lillian Bardici, the woman who rescued him. Lily has a soft heart for any hurt creature, but her family has a bitter grudge against Lydia’s ruling family—Alec’s family.For once his memory returns, Alec knows the truth. He is Prince Alexander, and his family is in danger. All he wants is to find and help them…but now that Alec’s found his purpose, will he lose Lily who’s under orders by her family to betray him? Reclaiming the Crown: Born to rule with faith, honor…and love