New Releases by BEVERLY BARTON

Sometimes love is stronger than death… Security agent Dante Moran can''t afford the luxury of love—in his line of work, emotions can get you killed. Besides, he''s never recovered from the pain of losing his high school sweetheart to a serial rapist and killer. As far as Dante is concerned, his heart died the day her body was discovered. But when he''s hired to find Tessa Westbrook''s missing daughter, Dante is shocked to feel his long-buried emotions rise to the surface. Tessa stirs something in him that he hasn''t felt since he was a kid…something that makes him think she could become more than a client. But Tessa''s past is full of secrets, and with a killer still on the loose, Dante must decide if she''s worth dying for….

‘Shocking and terrifying, it will chill you to the bone.’ Tess Gerritsen Prepare to lose sleep with the spine-tingling thriller from the Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author.

A minister’s young widow is targeted by a small-town serial killer in the New York Times bestselling author’s Southern romantic thriller. To most people, respected clergymen like Mark Cantrell are pillars of the community, and completely beyond reproach. But their killer knows better. They are sinners of the worst kind, and they must burn on earth before they burn in hell . . . Eighteen months after her husband''s unsolved murder, Cathy Cantrell has returned to her Alabama home, eager to build a new life for herself and her son. But reminders of her past, like Deputy Sheriff Jackson Perdue, are everywhere. And a spate of recent deaths—each victim burned in the same horrifying manner as her husband—leave Jack and Cathy in no doubt that a serial killer is at work . . . Now as a twisted killer moves in for a final, brutal act of vengeance, buried crimes are coming to light once more. And this time, justice will be swift, merciless, and as silent as the grave . . .

Ramirez''s Woman by Beverly Barton Presidential candidate Miguel Ramirez was fighting for the future of his people and his life. He needed a bodyguard but JJ Blair, the petite, raven-haired firebrand assigned to protect him, was irritating, infuriating and intoxicating. Could Miguel really afford to be distracted? Her Royal Bodyguard by Joyce Sullivan Learning of her secret royal identity shocked Rory Kenilworth, but with accidents befalling her and bullets flying, she had no time for regrets. She had to claim her heritage and somehow resist the fierce emotion blazing in the eyes of her hard-hearted, self-appointed, far too sexy bodyguard. Protecting the Princess by Carla Cassidy Princess Anna thought rugged cowboys like Tanner West no longer existed. She was a very real damsel in distress after her father''s kingdom was overthrown and rebels wanted her dead. Tanner was the only man who could protect her, but who would shield her from falling dangerously in love?

The Marriage Ultimatum by Anne Marie Winston Derek Mahoney had been keeping his libido at bay, but sexy, sultry Kristin Gordon his little girl''s nanny was just too gorgeous. Holding Kristin in his arms and having her in his bed was like an unquenchable thirst. One he might never get tired of satisfying Laying His Claim by Beverly Barton Trent Winston had spent years trying to forget the only woman he d ever loved and the tragedy that had torn them apart. But now Kate was back in town, stirring up memories and desires and demanding that he help her find the child he d thought was lost forever The Bride Tamer by Ann Major Cash McRay had the perfect wife picked out. But his plans went awry when he met Vivian Escobar. The magnetic American tycoon became determined to claim Vivian as his bride and enjoy the fiery attraction that consumed them!

Bolt the doors, turn on the lights and pray for mercy – you''ll be up all night with this disturbingly addictive novel – perfect for fans of Karen Rose.

He''s their secret admirer, wooing them with phone calls, love letters and special gifts. From a distance, he admires them. Desires them. Despises them. And when he gets close enough, he kills them all...

TRUSTING HER... They all loved her. That was their mistake. Two husbands, her college fiancé, an influential boss—every man who gets close to Jordan Price is made to pay in blood. And the list is growing . . . COULD BE . . . Hired by the Powell Agency to investigate Senator Dan Price’s death, Rick Carson can see at once why people would believe Jordan Price incapable of cold-blooded murder. Slender, pale, and elegant, she stands by her late husband’s graveside exuding sweet vulnerability. Only Rick notices that she never sheds a tear. And the deeper he delves into the string of deaths from which Jordan has profited handsomely, the more convinced Rick becomes that he is dealing with a callous, cunning, unstoppable killer . . . THE LAST THING YOU EVER DO . . . The closer Rick gets to the chilling truth, the more dangerous this game of cat-and-mouse becomes. The targets are changing, and suddenly, nothing and no one is safe. If Jordan is as innocent as she claims, Rick may have placed her in a killer’s cross hairs. And if she’s guilty, he’ll never live to regret it . . .

A serial killer lures a beautiful FBI agent into high stakes game of life and death in this romantic thriller by the New York Times bestselling author. The game is simple: he is the Hunter; they are the Prey. He gives them a chance to escape. To run. To hide. To outsmart him. But eventually, he catches them. And that''s when the game gets really terrifying . . . Private investigator Griffin Powell and FBI agent Nicole Baxter know a lot about serial killers—they took one down together. But this new killer likes playing games with Nic and Griff. Every unsolvable clue, every posed victim, every taunting phone call—it''s all part of his plan. But now the Hunter is changing the rules . . . The brutal psychopath needs a worthy adversary. To him, Nicole is the most precious prey of all. And he won’t stop until he gets his chance to hunt her down. Now, with his partner in a killer''s sights, Griff is playing for the biggest stakes of his life.

Five extraordinary siblings. One dangerous past. Unlimited potential. Fans of \"Heroes\" and \"The X-Files\" will be unable to resist the mysteries of Family Secrets! This third and final collection contains books 9-12: Blind Attraction by Myrna Mackenzie, The Parker Project by Joan Elliott Pickart, The Insider by Ingrid Weaver and Check Mate by Beverly Barton.

- The Last to Die was a selection of the Rhapsody Romance and Doubleday Book Clubs. - The Last to Die debuted on the New York Times Extended bestseller list at #28 - The Last to Die spent two weeks on the USA Today bestseller list. - The Fifth Victim and What She Doesn''t Know were both Featured Alternate Selections of the Rhapsody Romance and Doubleday Book Clubs - The Fifth Victim spent five weeks on the USA Today bestseller list. - Every Move She Makes was a Featured Alternate Selection of the Rhapsody Romance Book Club. - Beverly Barton is the national bestselling author of 29 Silhouette romances, with five more under contract. - Barton is currently under contract for four more romantic suspense novels with Kensington. - She is a two-time Maggie Award winner, a two-time National Reader''s Choice Award winner, and a recipient of a Romantic Times Career Achievement Award for Series Romantic Adventure.

Its been ten years since a bullet left journalist Lexie Murrough paralyzed. Black Ops commando Deke Bronson is grateful Lexie has no memory of the incident, for hes never been able to forgive himself. After Lexie, whos now the head of an international charity, receives threats, Deke is assigned to keep her safe. Is this fates way of giving him a second chance? Original.

After her father''s disappearance, Gwen Arnell was desperate to find him-- even follow his route to a legendary island. She would do anything to shield him from harm, but who would protect her from the sensual private investigator who''d just become her unlikely rescuer? Ex-CIA agent Will Pierce came to Puerto Nuevo for a missing-persons case and didn''t expect a beautiful partner. The paradise teemed with unseen perils, and Gwen could be the key to both their missions. As mortal danger found them, Will realized just how far he''d go for a love that had become his most passionate obsession--.

Tis the season when anything can happen . . . when passion sparks brightest . . . and miracles and magic can turn any heart toward love . . . The Christmas Stocking, Fern Michaels Philadelphia businesswoman Amy Baran is determined to raise money for a new seniors'' center by harvesting Christmas trees from the small-town Virginia farm she remembers from her childhood. Trouble is, Gus Moss has come home from California with his own ideas about saving the farm his father has neglected. Neither wants to give up, but when attraction turns to romance, they just might have to give in . . . The Ghost of Christmas Past, Beverly Barton Wounded Special Ops officer Mack MacKinnon doesn''t have any reason to look forward to the holidays--until he rescues pretty widow Katie Hadley from a raging blizzard. Now, in a season of miracles, he''s falling as hard and fast as the Christmas Eve snow . . . The Twelve Desserts of Christmas, Joanne Fluke Take two lovestruck teachers. Add a dollop of conspiring kids. Place in a boarding school over Christmas break. And add a little help--and eight, great recipes--from amateur sleuth Hannah Swenson, and you''ve got a romantic holiday tale that''s sweet, delicious, and definitely served warm . . . Twelve Days, Shirley Jump Of all the luck--Natalie Harris can''t believe she drew Jake Lyons as her Secret Santa pal! The dreamy hunk leaves her completely tongue-tied. But with twelve days of secret gifts, sweet notes, and steamy emails to go, she just may conquer her fear and discover something surprising under the tree . . . Treat yourself to four unforgettable tales of holiday romance filled with sugar and spice and everything nice . . .

Penny Sue Got Lucky by Beverly Barton released on Dec 27, 2005 is available now for purchase.

Ramirez''s Woman by Beverly Barton released on Jun 28, 2005 is available now for purchase.

From the "USA Today" bestselling author comes this sizzling tale of a woman suspected of murdering her former lover who finds herself in deadly danger, and the only person to believe in her innocence is an enigmatic drifter. Original.

The Rebel''s Return by Beverly Barton released on Jul 25, 2002 is available now for purchase.

Romantic suspense.

This two-in-one volume features two determined heroes who wear a badge. In McKenna''s \"Come Gentle the Dawn, \" undercover agent Linc Tanner poses as Brie Williams''s partner. She''s his prime suspect in a murder--but is he targeting her in more ways than one? And in Barton''s \"Paladin''s Woman, \" DEA agent Nick Romero is hired to guard schoolteacher Addy McConnell, and gets a glimpse of the fire within her icy exterior. (May)

Lone Star Country Club by Beverly Barton\Christine Rimmer\Ann Major released on Apr 24, 2002 is available now for purchase.

Three brand-new novellas brim with the joy and hope of the Yuletide season, describing how three couples discover the true magic of Christmas. Features Woods''s \"The Perfect Holiday, \" Barton''s \"Faith, Hope and Love, \" and Banks''s \"A Rancher in Her Stocking.\" Original.

This two-in-one volume contains stories of soon-to-be mothers. In \"This Child is Mine\