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On the edge of war… Captain Ram Kozak is steeled to defend his country against all those who would hurt it. His only weak point is Darina ‘Dare’ Mazur, a US Army Special Forces combat medic. She has a confidence—and loving touch—that brings him to his knees. But with the fate of his team and his country at stake, is Dare’s love a deadly distraction…or the only thing that can save him?

No Turning Back By Lindsay McKenna On the edge of war… Captain Ram Kozak is steeled to defend his country against all those who would hurt it. His only weak point is Darina ‘Dare’ Mazur, a US Army Special Forces combat medic. She has a confidence—and loving touch—that brings him to his knees. But with the fate of his team and his country at stake, is Dare’s love a deadly distraction…or the only thing that can save him? Cold Case Investigation By Nicole Helm Protecting their future… After almost losing her life in a fire, PI Anna Hudson wakes up to the sight of a familiar stranger. Anna and Hawk Steele shared one passionate night. Now the arson investigator will go to any length to protect Anna and their baby-to-be. But as they search through cold cases, exposing a tangled family history, a killer after revenge could steal their future…

The heat is on in these two exciting romantic suspense stories featuring ride-or-die heroes who leave no woman behind . . .The Untamed Hunter by Lindsay McKenna, New York Times–bestselling authorHard-bitten mercenary Shep Hunter was going to run his latest mission without interference from Dr. Maggie Harper, the woman who''d walked away from him years ago. But Maggie had some definite ideas about how to handle their covert assignment—and how to handle him! Now Shep wonders if he can keep beautiful Maggie under his command without loosening his steel-clad grip on his heart.Bulletproof SEAL by Carol EricsonBranded a traitor, Rikki Taylor is in the sights of sniper Quinn McBride''s rifle. Yet the navy SEAL knows this woman intimately, and there''s no way she''d betray her country . . . or him. Saving her is his number one priority. Discovering her real secrets, including the baby she''s keeping from him, can wait—first, they have to make it out alive.

A man at war with himself In all her years as deputy sheriff, Shelby Kincaid has never met a man as stubborn as Dakota Carson. Shelby's not even sure why he ruffles her but she suspects it has a lot to do with the instant, powerful connection she feels with Dakota. If only he'd let down his guard with her . Ten years as a navy SEAL took its toll on Dakota's body, mind and heart. Hr wants nothing more than to hide from the world, so why does Shelby's gentle presence suddenly make him question his seclusion? But when Shelby's life is threatened, Dakota knows his warrior spirit won't hide any longer. He just hopes it's not too late .

New York Times–bestselling author: A wounded soldier falls for his beautiful therapist—a woman he has promised to protect.After being ambushed in Afghanistan, weapons sergeant Dan Taylor makes a solemn vow to a fallen soldier. Dan promises to look out for his late comrade''s sister, Cait. But when Dan awakens wounded at a Pearl Harbor hospital, it''s Cait, a physical therapist, who''s assigned to his care. Now he must protect the woman he secretly loves . . . from himself.This classic novella was originally published under the title "Hidden Heart" in the collection, Course of Action: Crossfire

From the New York Times–bestselling author of the Morgans Mercenaries series, a military man falls for his fellow soldier''s woman in this romantic suspense.Captain Kyle Anderson can''t believe his buddy Mike is tying the knot. And when his fellow captain in the US Air Force asks Kyle to be his best man, of course Kyle says yes. When he flies home, Kyle finally gets to meet the woman Mike has been talking about for a year. But what he never expected is for Gale Remington to be so . . . alluring. And he certainly isn''t prepared for sparks to fly between them.Gale is beyond happy to be marrying Mike. So when she meets Kyle, why does her heart beat a little quicker, her breath come a little faster? He''s her fiancé''s best friend—nothing can happen between them. But nothing is certain in the theater of war, and fate may have other plans for her and Kyle.

The Christmas Wild Bunch Lindsay McKenna When pilot Mike learns a woman has been sent to tame his unruly task force, he’s prepared to hate her. But the more he flies with Dallas, the more she gets under his skin…and into his heart. But can their love withstand a dangerous Christmas mission? Snowbound with a Prince Susan Grant On a Christmas aid mission air force pilot Kat reunites with Prince Alek, a rebel leader out to restore his people’s freedom. Cut off from the outside world, they join forces to survive…and battle a fiery attraction.

Rock-solid, hard-bitten and no stranger to danger, mercenary Shep Hunter was going to run his latest mission without interference from Dr. Maggie Harper, the woman who'd stubbornly walked away from him years ago. But Maggie had some definite ideas about how to handle their covert assignment–and her passionate persuasion told Shep she knew just how to handle him! Now the strong soldier of fortune wondered if he could keep beautiful Maggie under his command without giving up his steel-clad grip on his heart….

"A woman in my bed is one thing. But in my cockpit? Hell, no!" – Lieutenant Nolan Galway, United States Marine Corps Sharing flight duty with beautiful Lieutenant Rhona McGregor was dangerous. But with lives at stake in the earthquake-shattered L.A. Basin, Nolan didn't have time to argue. He needed a copilot, and he'd just have to draw on his military discipline to keep his desires in check.But from their first death-defying flight, Nolan realized he and Rhona shared something even more powerful than passion. For suddenly his hard heart thundered with something that felt perilously like love….

When Lieutenant Quinn Grayson reached the earthquake-ravaged L.A. Basin, he discovered devastation. But when he looked into survivor Kerry Chelton's eyes, he saw hope. For the spirited deputy sheriff had single-handedly kept her community going–until Quinn and his dream team arrived. Now the weary beauty could share her load with Quinn.For the brave marine filled her with a new will to live. And once in his arms, she dreamed this brooding soldier would discover the will to love….

His job was to keep her safe. Dr. Samantha Andrews, the head of E.R. at Camp Reed–and Captain Roc Gunnison's nemesis. But as the world-weary marine led the lady M.D. across the earthquake-ravaged landscape, unexpected passions flared. For Roc had never seen such compassion, such strength, in a woman before.And though he'd believed he would never give his heart, he was suddenly in danger of losing it to a certain stubborn beauty who'd gotten under his skin. This siren he had been assigned to protect was quickly becoming the one woman he hungered to claim as his own….

What better way to spend the holidays than with four classic Christmas novellas by five amazing bestselling authors? Indulge with these holiday-themed romances in the Romancing the Holidays Bundle 2009: The St.James Affair by Susan Wiggs, Santa, Baby by Sherryl Woods, The Five Days of Christmas by Lindsay McKenna (part of her Morgan's Mercenaries series), and A Heavenly Christmas by Carole Mortimer.

Wounded and alone, Captain Thane Hamilton came home to Arizona a decorated hero–and a bitter, embattled man. The doctors claimed he would never truly heal, never return to the Marine recon team he'd led and loved. But they'd never met nurse Paige Black. Somehow her determined spirit filled Thane with the will to live, the courage to hope.But what was it that drove this quiet Navajo beauty to stand by his side–and ultimately, to share his bed? Could it be Paige held for him the very feelings he'd long fought against? The kind of powerful love that could destroy his loner vow?

A tower of testosterone, Captain Jake Travers had the drive, the daring and the pulverizingly masculine muscles to rescue his kidnapped kid sister singlehandedly. All he needed was a guide through the perilous Peruvian jungle. What he got was Lieutenant Cortina. Ana Lucia Cortina–a strong, sensual female soldier who outraged Jake's military machismo. Worse, gunfire and the hot tropical sun detonated desire, and Jake thirsted for completion in Ana's arms.But with danger dead ahead, proud Jake suddenly knew fear: Could he save his sister, survive this mission–and make this magnificent woman warrior his wife?

The "Big One" hits California on New Year's Eve…Hundresds trapped by the quake… And for two Marines, Lives–and love– are on the line. Racing against time to save victims in a ravaged, burning city, golden boy Lieutenant Wes James discovered an angel in disguise: plain-Jane rescue worker Lieutenant Callie Evans, who defied death to dig survivors from the rubble.Amid the hellish wreckage, her blue eyes shone with inspiring hope. Her innocence and valor moved the unshakable Marine, and she blossomed into a beauty beneath his protective gaze. Still, past pain kept Wes from surrendering his closely guarded heart. But he ached to make Callie more than his comrade-in-arms. He ached to make her his….

Jenny Wright dreamed of adventure–and longed to be chosen by her boss, Morgan Trayhern, for a true mercenary mission. But no one saw Jenny as anything more than Morgan's mousy assistant. Until the fateful day Jenny got her first assignment–with mercenary Matt Davis as a partner! Matt was a legend in Jenny's mind–until their assignment forced her to go deep undercover as his wife.As the innocent young woman shared close quarters with Matt, she discovered the man beneath the armor–a heart she longed to heal. Now the spirited beauty faced her greatest challenge yet: showing this proud soldier the power of love!

Can a city boy make good in the Wild West? After Wall Street collapses, investment banker Griff McPherson trades in his suits and ties for Stetsons and cowboy boots. He returns to the Wyoming ranch he co-owns with his brother, but it's not exactly a happy homecoming. So to prove to everyone, including himself, that he belongs back in Jackson Hole, he takes a post as a wrangler on another ranch.Air Force Lieutenant Val Hunter has just returned to the Bar H ranch to help her ailing grandmother run the property. While it is full of unhappy memories, Val is determined to do right by her home. Her new hire is easy on the eyes, and a tough wrangler to boot, yet her instincts make it hard for her to trust him. When a nefarious neighbor endangers her land, Val is forced to accept Griff’s help—but will she finally be able to open her heart?"Talented Lindsay McKenna delivers excitement and romance in equal measure." —RT Book Reviews

A small-town sheriff gets some backup in more ways than one from a Navy veteran turned rancher in this romance from a New York Times–bestselling author. After serving as a Navy medic, Dawson Callahan is back in the States and ready to start over. Leaving his native Texas, he heads for the wide-open spaces of Wyoming, where he finds work as a wrangler. True, he’ll mainly be wrangling chickens—and wrangling Sarah Carter’s granny, who’s still spry, but in need of a little caregiving. But ranch work is ranch work, and it’s hard to turn down a job offer from the beautiful Sheriff Carter—especially when she deputizes him as one of her lawmen.   Sarah loves her grandmother, but with her law enforcement career keeping her busy, they could both use some help from a strong, steady man. And policing Lincoln County has only gotten tougher since a merciless drug lord arrived in the area. When Sarah takes a bullet on the job, it’s Dawson who comes to her rescue—and though they both thought they left war behind in Afghanistan, they’ll do whatever it takes to protect what’s theirs, even if it means facing down traumas they’ve buried for years. Because love isn’t for the faint of heart…

Sixth in the series!

Praise for Wind River Lawman

 

“Suspenseful…. Refreshing, fast-paced romance.”—Publishers Weekly

 

“Tugs at the heartstrings…. I didn’t want to put it down.”—Fresh Fiction

An ex-Marine and an Army nurse discover the strength to love again on a Wyoming ranch—from the New York Times–bestselling author of Wind River Undercover. After a harrowing tour of duty in Afghanistan, Army nurse Lily Thompson escapes to Wind River Ranch to find herself once more. Working as a caregiver to foreman Jake Murdoch’s elderly mother, Lily almost feels at peace—except for the unsettling presence of Jake, a tight-lipped, intimidating man everyone calls Bear. But one look in the powerful ex-Marine’s eyes and Lily glimpses a vulnerability that shakes her soul: a hurt she understands all too well—and longs to heal . . . Jake is ready to rail at the fates when Lily moves into his home. Everything about this captivating woman calls to him, demanding that he abandon his solitary stance and start to live again. But Jake is a man who knows that no one can save him from the past that stalks his heart and mind. Not even sweet, achingly beautiful Lily. Still, that doesn’t stop his longing to pull her into his arms—and keep her there forever. Will time, and patience, bring them the courage to make their connection real?...  Seventh in the series!  Praise for Home to Wind River  “McKenna is spot-on with her portrayal of military veterans facing PTSD in this heart-wrenching story of warmth, friendship, and love’s healing powers.”—Publishers Weekly

The new novel from the bestselling author of Home to Wind River. Real love is worth every risk . . . Ex-Air Force pilot Andy Whitcomb loves nothing more than the wide blue skies, but when a helicopter crash fighting forest fires in California leaves her injured and shaken, she's ready to return home to the peace of Wind River Ranch. The good news is, there's a chance for her to fly helos for the county sheriff's department. The bad news? The person in charge is none other than Dev Mitchell, an ex-Army Black Hawk pilot-and the rugged, sharp-eyed man Andy has never forgotten after five days together running from the Taliban after a nerve-wracking near-miss in Afghanistan. Dev can't believe his eyes when Andy walks into the interview. She's as strong and sexy as he remembers, and every bit qualified for the job, which she clearly wants. Unfortunately, if he's going to be her boss, their relationship has to remain strictly professional-a regret Dev fights to keep hidden as they begin to work together. But when a chance encounter with violent drug traffickers forces them into survival mode, both of them will fight to hold on to the connection they can't ignore-and the chance of a future together.

The new novel from the bestselling author of Wind River Protector. Hide in plain sight.   For native Guatemalan Anna Navaro, nothing is more satisfying than capturing drug traffickers for the  U.S. DEA. Her career has always been her focus, but just as she’s beginning to yearn for something more, she’s given a brand-new assignment with DEA agent Gabe Whitcomb. In his well-worn Stetson and boots, he’s part cowboy and part law enforcement, a combination Anna finds irresistibly sexy. But desire has no place on a job as dangerous as this one, because the drug lord they’re after is the violent fugitive who killed her father . . .   Gabe’s worked some treacherous assignments in the past, but this one raises every alarm—and not just because his partner is a gorgeous woman with the grace of a cat and a sniper’s deadly aim.  He and Anna are being sent to the Wind River Valley where he grew up—and where his adoptive parents still own a ranch just eighty miles from the Elson family, who have been recruited into the ruthless Gonzalez cartel.  Posing as new ranch-owners and ingratiating themselves with the Elsons to uncover evidence, Anna and Gabe can only fight the heat flaring between them until they realize that building a life together, here in Wind River, is worth risking everything for . . .

Take a walk down the aisle—western style—with these tales of unbridled love, from a trio of New York Times bestselling authors who know the way to a cowboy’s heart … The Rancher’s Wedding* Diana Palmer When a rugged Colorado rancher who’s in the red meets up with a screenwriter-turned-waitress dogged by scandal, they put their talents—and their hearts—together. But will front page news put a damper on the sparks flying between them?  “No one beats this author for sensual anticipation.”—Rave ReviewsWind River Wedding * Lindsay McKenna A sprawling family ranch in Wyoming, or a swanky Hamptons hideaway? A young couple’s future in-laws try to stake their claim on where the newlyweds will live. But these lovebirds won’t be corralled …  “Moving and real … impossible to put down.”—Publisher’s Weekly, STARRED REVIEW on Wind River Rancher  The Cowboy Lassoes a Bride * Kate Pearce Between a hen night that goes terribly wrong and a missing wedding dress, a bride-to-be wonders if her plan to marry her longtime bad boy cowboy beau is doomed—and he wonders if his fiancée is avoiding the altar. Will love prevail? …  “Captures the spirit of the West.” —Booklist on The Maverick Cowboy

A Christmas blizzard reunites a Marine veteran with his high school sweetheart in this romance novella from a New York Times–bestselling author.   A brutal blue norther is battering Wind River Valley in Wyoming just in time for Christmas when retired Marine Travis Grant spies a driver spinning out of control on black ice. It’s probably a tourist who doesn’t understand the deadly conditions, and Travis knows he has to help. The last person he expects to find behind the wheel is his childhood love, Kassie Murphy. She’s injured, but alive. And now, for Travis and Kassie, this snowy silent night will be one last chance to put the painful past behind them—and treat the wounds only love can heal.Previously published in Christmas with My CowboyPraise for Lindsay McKenna’s Wind River Rancher  “Moving and real . . . impossible to put down.”—Publisher’s Weekly, Starred Review

“Stirring…rich with emotion and intensified by suspense. Readers will be excited to see where McKenna takes the series next.”—Publishers Weekly STARRED REVIEW  New York Times bestselling author, US Navy Veteran, and genre pioneer Lindsay McKenna combines pulse-pounding suspense with the romance of a contemporary Western for the first installment in her highly emotional, engrossingly swoon-worthy Silver Creek series.Love's flame burns bright... Leanna Ryan's hometown in coastal Oregon has been her refuge ever since a traumatic event during her teens. But over time, even the safest harbor can start to feel more like a prison. That's why Lea, a master carpenter and wood sculptor, is moving to Wyoming, a place whose rugged beauty has long captured her imagination. The scenery around Silver Creek is as stunning as she hoped, and her new employer, Logan Anderson, is generous and fair, though his eyes reveal a sadness she recognizes all too well. Logan immediately knows he can trust Lea with his Wild Goose Ranch remodeling project. Her skill, her dedication—they're as appealing to him as her unaffected beauty. But he has other reasons for unease. There have been disturbing events around the ranch. Then Lea's car is rammed in a hit and run. Logan has already lost so much; now he fears he's jeopardizing not only his property, but Lea too. His dream is to convince Lea to make Silver Creek her home—but first, he'll have to keep her safe...

A gripping new novel of the West featuring the cowboys of Silver Creek by acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Lindsay McKenna, perfect for fans of the exciting novels of B.J. Daniels, Diana Palmer, and Delores Fossen. Seeking an escape from her dark past, Carissa Taylor heads to Silver Creek to build a new life. For Cari, landing a job at a historic ranch just outside town is a dream come true, and a chance to put her beekeeping expertise to work. Not only does she feel at home in the ruggedly beautiful landscape, but she’s intensely drawn to rancher Chase Bishop, whose strong, steadfast nature quiets her unease. Maybe here she can finally be more than a hunted woman fleeing a vengeful killer—a man who’s been after her nearly all her life . . .   Chase didn’t dare open his heart again after losing his first love. Until Cari entered his life. Her gentle beauty and nurturing spirit call to him like no other. So when her enraged stepbrother breaks out of prison and comes prowling around Chase’s ranch, the former Marine goes into full protective mode, offering Cari the shelter of his home. But as the murderer’s deadly threats draw ever closer, suddenly Chase is calling on his own killer instincts, knowing he will stop at nothing to keep safe the woman who has captured his soul . . . “Series fans will be thrilled.” —Publishers Weekly

New York Times bestselling author Lindsay McKenna returns to Silver Creek, Wyoming, where a Black Ops veteran  finds the strength to fight again when a dangerous terrorist group comes after his beautiful boss . . . Bereft after the brutal loss of her parents, Dana Scott sinks nearly every dime of her inheritance into buying Wildflower Ranch, believing that once she restores the rustic cabin, and farms the untamed acreage, her soul will be whole once more. Hiring wrangler Colin Gallagher to help out just makes sense. But as she works side by side with the handsome loner, she feels an unexpected kinship, and a longing for connection she believed was lost to her forever . . . Colin is only in Silver Creek long enough to make some money and move on. Restless, spiritually broken, the former Army Ranger has nothing left to give after his harrowing time in battle. But helping Dana make a life for herself has him yearning for more. Until the domestic terrorists that destroyed Dana’s family catch up with her, determined to silence her forever. It’s a threat that has Colin calling on all his considerable training to keep safe the woman who has taken hold of his heart . . . “The romance is . . . rich with emotion and intensified by suspense.”—Publishers Weekly starred review on Silver Creek Fire

New York Times bestselling author Lindsay McKenna returns to Silver Creek, Wyoming, where a veteran SEALwho is now one of  a security team’s finest, is assigned to guard a beautiful woman haunted by her family’s dangerous past. . . . With a fresh start in the heart of big sky country, Sara Romano is thrilled to bring her herbal remedies to the lovely people of Silver Creek, Wyoming.  But when her dark past follows her, and  Sara is nearly killed, she knows she is in imminent danger. Reluctantly accepting the bodyguard her mother hires, Sara opens her home to Wes Paxton. Trained to protect, the ruggedly handsome stranger soothes her fears, making Sara feel cared for in a way she has not felt in a long time.  If only she had the courage to tell him her family’s secrets. . . . A former orphan who found family in the military, Wes can’t ignore the feeling that Sara is holding back.  The more time he spends with her, the more he understands how afraid she is—which only sends his well-honed protective instincts into overdrive.  So when danger finally closes in, Wes is an army of one, ready to do anything to protect the woman he’s falling hard for . . .“Lovers of action-packed romantic suspense will delight in this intense tale.”—Publishers Weekly on Wind River Undercover

The Christmas Wild Bunch by Lindsay Mckenna, USA TODAY bestselling authorWhen pilot Mike Murdoch learns a woman has been sent in to tame his unruly task force, he''s prepared to hate her. But the more he flies with Dallas Klein, the more she gets under his skin…and into his heart. Can their love withstand a dangerous Christmas Day mission?Snowbound with a Prince by Susan Grant, New York Times Bestselling authorOn a humanitarian Christmas drop in Northern Europe, USAF pilot Kat Wallace reunites with Prince Alek, a rebel leader out to restore his people''s freedom. Cut off from the outside world, they join forces to survive…and battle a fiery attraction.

Wounded and alone, Captain Thane Hamilton came home to Arizona a decorated hero--and a bitter, embattled man. The doctors claimed he would never truly heal, never return to the Marine recon team he''d led and loved. But they''d never met nurse Paige Black. Somehow her determined spirit filled Thane with the will to live, the courage to hope. But what was it that drove this quiet Navajo beauty to stand by his side--and ultimately, to share his bed? Could it be Paige held for him the very feelings he''d long fought against? The kind of powerful love that could destroy his loner vow?