Best Selling Books by JoAnn Ross

NEW ORLEANS KNIGHTS Roarke O''Malley: loves danger and beautiful women. As a glove-trotting journalist, he lives on the edge using his wits, daring and sheer love of adventure. Home to recuperate from an attempt on his life, set up by a woman who claimed to love him, he falls into the greatest danger of all…. Beautiful and vulnerable Daria Shea runs to Roarke for help. Without her memory, she doesn''t know who is trying to hurt her or why. Roarke claims he''s no knight in shining armor, but with him Daria feels safe. And as they investigate together, the hot sultry days of New Orleans turn into steamy, loving nights…. But with his history—and the ring from another man on her finger—can Daria make Roarke believe in love? NEW ORLEANS KNIGHTS: Three brothers, three unforgettable heroes

When it comes to pleasure, these bad boys really are hotter than Georgia asphalt . . . Love Potion #9 by JoAnn Ross It''s bad enough that Hollywood hotshot Sloan Hawthorne''s knowledge of Roxi Dupree''s witchcraft comes from comic books and fairy tales. What''s worse is that she''s falling hard for the outrageously sexy hunk. Pretty soon they''re both finding that the steamy Savannah nights are perfect for conjuring up some mischievous magic of their own . . . Midnight Plane to Georgia by E.C. Sheedy It''s what Tracy does best, people-please and generally overwork the word ''yes''. But in love and life it''s gotten her nowhere. Tracy''s had enough--no more ''yes.'' From here on out it''s all about her. Colson Jones, hot-eyed and very determined, wants it to be all about her--and he''s pretty sure that Tracy will be saying ''yes'' again very soon . . . Fall From Grace by Jill Shalvis Librarian Janie Mills has never hit a man before, but when the lights go out and the town''s leading citizen--now missing for two days--points a gun at her, she doesn''t think twice about slugging him. Only when the electricity comes back, she finds an entirely different man on at her feet--P.I. Ryan Peterson. Pretty soon this is one case he''s definitely on top of. . . .

Guarded Moments by JoAnn Ross released on Feb 22, 1990 is available now for purchase.

“Readers won’t want to leave the heartwarming stories of Honeymoon Harbor and its characters’ second chances at life and love.”—Publishers Weekly “Snowfall on Lighthouse Lane is another deftly crafted gem of a romance novel by an author who is an impressively consistent master of the genre.”—Midwest Book Review Lose yourself in the magic, charm and romance of Christmas in the Pacific Northwest as imagined in JoAnn Ross’s heartwarming Honeymoon Harbor series. Growing up on the wrong side of the tracks, Jolene Wells is forever indebted to the mother who encouraged her to fly—all the way to sunny LA and a world away from Honeymoon Harbor. Although Jolene vowed never to look back, returning home isn’t even a question when her mom faces a cancer scare. Which means running into Aiden Mannion all over town, the first boy she ever loved—and lost—and whom she can barely look in the eye. Aiden’s black-sheep reputation may have diminished when he joined the marines, but everything he’s endured since has left him haunted. Back in Honeymoon Harbor to heal, he’s talked into the interim role of police chief, and the irony isn’t lost on the locals, least of all Aiden. But seeing Jolene after all these years is the unexpected breath of fresh air he’s been missing. He’s never forgotten her through all his tours, but he’s not sure anymore that he’s the man she deserves. Despite the secret they left between them all those years ago, snow is starting to fall on their picturesque little town, making anything seem possible…maybe even a second chance at first love. Don’t miss Second Chance Spring, JoAnn Ross’s much-anticipated return to Honeymoon Harbor where the majestic scenery of this small coastal town is second only to the legendary romances that have built the community.

ROGUES HALF-BREED Wolfe Longwalker: Proud of his heritage, he used words—as a writer—to battle the white man. His enemies used a more basic method: they were about to hang Wolfe for a crime he didn''t commit. So when Noel Giraudeau, a modern-day princess, found herself in 1896 Arizona, what else could she do except rescue Wolfe? But he was a man who didn''t trust anyone, least of all a woman. On the run from the law, their passionate adventure quickly turned into something much more real…but Noel''s destiny was back in her own time and Wolfe''s was in his…. ROGUES Dangerous to love, impossible to resist!

Summertime is the best time to lose yourself in the romance of Honeymoon Harbor… When he lands in the emergency room after collapsing at the funeral of a colleague and friend, Wall Street hotshot Gabriel Mannion initially rejects the diagnosis of an anxiety attack. But when warned that if he doesn’t change his adrenaline-fueled, workaholic lifestyle he could end up like his friend, Gabe reluctantly returns to his hometown of Honeymoon Harbor to regroup. As he adjusts to the sight of mountains instead of skyscrapers, Gabe discovers advantages to this small Pacific Northwest town he once couldn’t wait to escape. But it’s irresistible librarian Chelsea Prescott who, along with the two foster children she’s taken under her wing, makes slowing down seem like the best prescription ever. Over the course of their summer romance, Gabe gets a taste of the life he might have had if he’d taken a different path. But with his return to New York City looming on the horizon, he’ll have to choose between the success he’s worked tirelessly for and a ready-made family who offers a very different, richly rewarding future…if he’ll only take the risk. Don’t miss Second Chance Spring, JoAnn Ross’s much-anticipated return to Honeymoon Harbor where the majestic scenery of this small coastal town is second only to the legendary romances that have built the community.

From New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross comes a classic tale about finding love for the holidays! Actress Shiloh Beauregard has no luck when it comes to finding a reliable man. When her sister invites her to a New Year’s Eve party in Aspen, she jumps at the chance to meet someone new. But when Shiloh is stranded in a snowstorm, she is forced to seek shelter in the small town of Paradise. It’s the last place she thinks to find love, but the irresistible doctor Matt McCandless sweeps her off her feet. For one night she allows herself to indulge in the holiday magic. It’s a new year, yet her fresh start might have more than one surprise in store… Originally published in 1996.

Explore the wilder side of New York Times bestselling authors Linda Lael Miller and JoAnn Ross in four steamy short stories . . . One Last Weekend College sweethearts Teague and Joanna Darby never imagined they’d end up on the brink of divorce. But when a ferry strike leaves them stranded together at their beloved beach cottage, the most awkward weekend ever becomes the perfect chance to fall for each other all over again . . . Batteries Not Required Rodeo star Tristan McCullough isn’t quite the boy Gayle Hayes left behind when she put her Montana home town in her rearview mirror. Now that she’s back, the spark still zinging between them might just light up the rest of their lives together . . . Cajun Heat Emma Quinlan has to stop thinking about her former Cajun crush, movie star Gabe Broussard, so she makes a list of all the things she wishes he would do to her and buries it in a graveyard at night. Except Gabe somehow gets hold of it—and he intends to make every blissful wish come true . . . Love Potion #9 It’s bad enough that Hollywood hotshot Sloan Hawthorne’s knowledge of Roxi Dupree’s witchcraft comes from comic books and fairytales. She’s also falling hard for the outrageously sexy hunk—and their natural ability to conjure up some mischievous magic for those steamy Savannah nights . . . Visit us at www.kensingtonbooks.com

In the first heartwarming novel in the Shelter Bay series, New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross proved that your first love never really fades away.... Former Navy SEAL Sax Douchett has returned home to the small coastal town of Shelter Bay, Oregon, determined to put war behind him and get on with his life—which is easier said than done when everyone is hailing the former bad boy as a local hero. Adjusting to a new beginning becomes even more difficult when he unearths a long-buried secret that in turn, reunites him with a cherished part of his past that he’s never forgotten. Drawn back into his life is Sheriff Kara Conway, a girl who always held a special place in Sax’s heart But as he cautiously reconnects with Kara and bonds with her young son, another long-held secret in Shelter Bay threatens their second chance at a forever-after love.

She Was Marrying the Wrong Groom Blythe Fielding realized she was making a terrible mistake marrying Alan Sturgess. Since her aborted walk down the aisle—because of an earthquake; was fate trying to tell her something?—she''d begun to have dreams about other men. Like Bachelor Arms resident Gage Remington. The private investigator Blythe had hired to help solve a decades-old mystery was everything she''d ever dreamed of in a man. Sexy, dangerous and compelling. His kisses sizzled, his eyes promised a passion she''d never known. He made it clear he wanted her. But in her dreams there was also another man….

There’s no place to fall in love like the place you left your heart Welcome to Honeymoon Harbor, the brand-new, long-awaited series by beloved New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross, where unforgettable characters come face-to-face with the kind of love that grabs your heart and never lets go. Working as a Las Vegas concierge, Brianna Mannion is an expert at making other people’s wishes come true. It’s satisfying work, but a visit home to scenic Honeymoon Harbor turns into a permanent stay when she’s reminded of everything she’s missing: the idyllic small-town charm; the old Victorian house she’d always coveted; and Seth Harper, her best friend’s widower and the neighborhood boy she once crushed on—hard. After years spent serving others, maybe Brianna’s finally ready to chase dreams of her own. Since losing his wife, Seth has kept busy running the Harper family’s renovation business and flying way under the social radar. But when Brianna hires him to convert her aging dream home into a romantic B and B, working together presents a heart-stopping temptation Seth never saw coming. With guilt and grief his only companions for so long, he’ll have to step out of the past long enough to recognize the beautiful life Brianna and he could build together.

Angel Of Desire by JoAnn Ross released on Jan 25, 1994 is available now for purchase.

Temptation is delighted to bring you a fun new miniseries BACHELOR AUCTION And you''re invited… Fifty fabulous heroes are up for sale— Including Bachelor #23 Alec Mackenzie Rugged and sexy, this adventurer isn''t about to be easily captured and sold. But he hadn''t counted on Kate Campbell''s passion to get him on the block at any cost. Or her secret desire to have him for herself… Bachelor Auction: The man of your fantasies is up for sale!

Caitlin Cavanaugh likes being in charge. Maybe that''s why she''s an FBI special agent. Her latest assignment: Stop a violent madman in Somersett, South Carolina. Adding to the challenge is working with former Navy SEAL sniper Quinn McKade, who - though Cait would never admit it - makes her feel deliciously out of control. But when the killer starts leaving chillingly familiar clues, the pair knows that the murders aren''t random...and they could be next.

They’ve never met. But they’re destined for each other.... Single dad Mac Culhane has traveled to some of the world’s most dangerous war zones, but now he and his young daughter have settled in Shelter Bay, where he’s become the late-night DJ for the local radio station. The last thing he expects is to connect over the airwaves with a caller.... After a painful divorce, Annie Shepherd opened up a scrapbook store in town and started volunteering with local senior citizens. Although she loves her work, dreams of the family she longs for keep her up late, listening to Mac Culhane’s voice on the radio. When Mac and Annie finally meet in person, the attraction between them is instantaneous. But Annie isn’t ready to lay her heart on the line, and neither is Mac. Fortunately, no one in Shelter Bay is about to let a perfect match escape the magic of true love....

Eve''s Choice by JoAnn Ross released on Aug 25, 1988 is available now for purchase.

Sensual delights and wicked desires run rampant in this trio of steamy romances that includes JoAnn Ross''s \"Cajun Heat,\" in which movie star Gabe Broussard returns home to Louisiana for some much needed R&R only to find himself distracted by voluptuous Emma Quinlan. Original.

Return to Honeymoon Harbor with New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross’s charming new novella! Weddings are an occasion for joy, but Desiree Marchand is a bundle of nerves. She doesn’t have time for complications ahead of her friend’s wedding—especially not her ex-boyfriend. She doesn’t know what Bastien Broussard is doing in Honeymoon Harbor, but she wants nothing to do with him. Unfortunately, the wedding is down a singer—and whether Desiree likes it or not, rock star Bastien is the perfect man for the job. After years traveling the world, the only place Bastien wants to be is by Desiree’s side. He’s ready to fight for her, even if he has to serenade himself past her defenses—but can he finally prove to her that their love is worth the risk? “[JoAnn] Ross spins a warm romance amid a setting loaded with charm… Ross’s insight into both romantic attraction and family dynamics is striking.” —Publishers Weekly

Live, love, connect: come home to romance this summer It Happened One Week by JoAnn Ross Smugglers’ Inn was once a refuge for Amanda Stockenberg…and a place to find love. Now, ten years later, Amanda is back, this time for a corporate retreat. Dane Cutter is still working at the inn—and still as dangerous to her equilibrium as ever. Suddenly, Amanda isn’t sure what she wants. She has one week. Seven days to choose between achieving all her dreams or reuniting with the man she never stopped loving. Romancing the Wallflower by Michelle Major Kindergarten teacher Erin MacDonald isn’t the type to make the first move on a man—especially gorgeous David McCay, her secret crush. But when a crisis involving one of her pupils offers a chance to help the pro baseballer turned brewery owner, Erin makes a shocking suggestion! David is nobody’s hero. So why can’t he convince the sweet, kindhearted beauty that she deserves better than him?

JoAnn Ross, one of the fastest-rising stars in contemporary romance, begins a stunning trilogy that showcases her extraordinary storytelling ability and introduces the unforgettable, moss-draped splendor of Blue Bayou. Danielle Dupree, daughter of a prominent judge, was the closest thing to a princess the sleepy Louisiana town of Blue Bayou ever had. Her passionate teenage love affair with Jack Callahan was cut short for reasons that were never clear to Dani -- but were all too obvious to Jack, the sexy bad-boy son of Judge Dupree''s housekeeper. Thirteen years later Dani, a widow with a son, comes home to start a new life and is surprised that Jack, too, has moved back to the Bayou. A former DEA agent who is now a bestselling author, Jack has bought Dani''s childhood home, Beau Soleil. But even as their passion reignites, Dani and Jack know that secrets hang in the air...and that the past may ruin their second chance at a once-in-a-lifetime love.

From New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross comes a fan favorite tale about the lengths we go to for love! Claren Wainwright is a runaway bride. Fleeing from her wedding, and the fiancé who never really loved her, she needs a place to lay low. So, she’s returning to her family home in Port Vancouver. The sprawling home is the perfect place to lick her wounds alone, except the infuriating Dash Mackenzie won’t stop popping up. Claren’s late uncle was involved in some dirty business, and Dash is determined to find out if Claren was involved. He’ll do whatever it takes to find out the truth, but he is prepared to put his heart on the line? Originally published as The Knight in Shining Armor in 1992.

Star-Crossed Lovers by JoAnn Ross released on Dec 25, 1992 is available now for purchase.

Verdict: Matrimony by JoAnn Ross\Sandra Canfield\Bobby Hutchinson released on Jul 25, 1996 is available now for purchase.

Tangled Lives by JoAnn Ross released on Mar 25, 1991 is available now for purchase.

Jonnie Ryan had been a headstrong child when Dan had gently pushed her attentions away. Those feelings hadn''t lessened in the last 15 years, but circumstances still made a relationship impossible. Jonnie''s career stood in the way--because it was now her job to prove Dan was guilty as charged. From the author of Legacy of Lies.

A new hope Caine O''Halloran had been a hero. A husband. A father. Now he was none of those things. His career as a baseball pitcher—all but over. His marriage to Nora Anderson—history. The son he loved—gone. And now, as he returns to his hometown to regroup, he finds instead that every familiar corner, every familiar face is a reminder of what he has lost. Except for Nora. Because with her he has a second chance. A chance at forgiveness, redemption and hope. But after all the golden opportunities Caine has squandered in his life, can he believe he deserves another chance? Bonus book included in this volume! Hard Choices by USA TODAY bestselling author Allison Leigh When the daughter she''d given up appears on her doorstep, Annie Hess knows it''s time to reconcile her past—with her daughter, and the one man she can''t forget.

Donovan didn''t believe in fate, but there had to be some explanation for Brooke''s sudden reappearance in his life. College administrator Brooke Stirling had learned the hard way that Donovan''s work came first. And despite their chemistry, she suspected that he intended to use their relationship to secure his poistion at the college.

“Moving… This engrossing and hopeful story will hold readers from start to finish.”—Publishers Weekly “Family secrets, complex characters and a glorious setting make The Inheritance a rich, compelling read...JoAnn Ross at her best!” —Sherryl Woods, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Sweet Magnolias series With a dramatic wartime love story woven through, JoAnn Ross''s brilliant new novel is a gorgeous generational saga about the rivalry, history and loyalty that bond sisters together When conflict photographer Jackson Swann dies, he leaves behind a conflict of his own making when his three daughters, each born to a different mother, discover that they’re now responsible for the family’s Oregon vineyard—and for a family they didn’t ask for. After a successful career as a child TV star, Tess is, for the first time, suffering from a serious identity crisis, and grieving for the absent father she’s resented all her life. Charlotte, brought up to be a proper Southern wife, gave up her own career to support her husband''s political ambitions. On the worst day of her life, she discovers her beloved father has died, she has two sisters she never knew about and her husband has fallen in love with another woman. Natalie, daughter of Jack’s longtime mistress, has always known about her half sisters, and has dreaded the day when Tess and Charlotte find out she’s the daughter their father kept. As the sisters reluctantly gather at the vineyard, they’re soon enchanted by the Swann family matriarch and namesake of Maison de Madeleine wines, whose stories of bravery in WWII France and love for a wounded American soldier will reveal the family legacy they''ve each inherited and change the course of all their lives.

Lovestorm by JoAnn Ross released on Oct 25, 1993 is available now for purchase.

Spirit Of Love by JoAnn Ross released on Jan 25, 1988 is available now for purchase.

Beloved for novels that \"deliver laughter, tears, and so much joy\" (Romantic Times), JoAnn Ross brings another of Coldwater Cove''s citizens to life in this poignant tale of family and friendship, loyalty and loss, courage and suffering. Most of all, this is a story of love''s miraculous powers. FAIR HAVEN Erin O''Halloran has witnessed the atrocities of war firsthand. But when she travels to Western Ireland to attempt to save a dying friend and mentor, she faces her greatest challenge yet. And when she happens to meet the love of her life, matters become unexpectedly complicated. After spending years capturing war''s horrors in his camera lens, photojournalist Michael Joyce escapes to his Irish family''s farm, yearning to shut out the world. But fate has other plans for him -- including unbidden feelings for Dr. O''Halloran and the unexpected rewards of fatherhood. Surrounded by Ireland''s magic, Erin and Michael begin to see nightmares replaced by dreams. But it will take more than one miracle before they discover the answers to their deepest questions?the ones they had never dared ask.

New Year''s Resolution: Baby by JoAnn Ross\Anne Stuart\Margot Dalton released on Nov 24, 1996 is available now for purchase.

Set in steamy Blue Bayou, Louisiana, The Callahan Brothers features three sexy siblings and the fascinating women who fall in love with them. ?? Blue Bayou: Danielle Dupree and Jack Callahan both grew up in Blue Bayou, Louisiana; Danielle was the closest thing the community ever had to a princess, and Jack was the sexy bad-boy son of her wealthy father''s housekeeper. Dani and Jack had a steamy love affair as teenagers, until Dani’s father, Judge Dupree, sends Jack away. Thirteen years later Dani returns to Blue Bayou as a widow with a young son. Jack too, has returned, having purchased the former Dupree home, the grand and stately Beau Soleil with hopes of restoring it to its former glory. A former DEA agent, Jack is now a bestselling writer. But even as their passion reignites, Dani and Jack know that secrets hang in the air…and that the past may ruin their second chance at a once-in-a-lifetime love. River Road: Free-spirited actress Julia Summers has wanted to be a Bond Girl all her life, so landing the role of Carma Sutra in the newest James Bond movie is a dream come true. But before she can head off to Katmandu to start her new role, she has to wrap up the season of the nighttime soap opera on which she plays a vixen. The cast is on location in Blue Bayou, LA when Julia begins to receive potentially threatening fan letters. Not wanting to put his star (and the show) at risk, the director hires no-nonsense FBI Agent Finn Callahan to act as a bodyguard. Julia and Finn soon discover that despite their differences, there''s an undeniable attraction between them. Magnolia Moon: Detective Regan Hart’s life turns upside down when her dying mother confesses that Regan was adopted. Determined to learn the truth about her past, she travels to Blue Bayou to piece together her birth mother’s mysterious death and figure out the identity of her real father. The mayor of Blue Bayou, Nate Callahan, has always loved Southern belles. And they’ve always loved him right back. But when Regan comes to town, he finds himself drawn to the no-nonsense cop. And although she initially dismisses him as a rogue, Regan can’t help noticing a deeper side to Nate. With Nate’s help, Regan delves deep into her mysterious past—and ends up learning more about her family, her heart, and herself than she had ever expected.