New Releases by Joan Johnston

[With Bonus Episode !] Including 4 special pages of additional story.Rebecca’s heart fluttered with excitement when she found out her first love was advertising in the local paper for a wife. Rebecca had been in love with Zach Whitelaw since she was a teenager. She’d tried everything to get the older man’s attention. But back then her love was not reciprocated and Zach fell in love with another woman. Maybe he will fall for her now that she’s twenty-three years old… Upon their reunion, Zach crushes Rebecca’s hopes with his heartless conditions for their marriage, among them the demand that she must become pregnant within twelve months or the marriage will be forfeit. Still, Rebecca decides to follow her heart and take on the challenge!

Harriet Alistair se marchó a Montana para empezar una nueva vida, convencida de que el rancho que había heredado de su tío abuelo la ayudaría a demostrar su valía ante todos; pero entonces conoció a Nathan Hazard. La enemistad entre los Hazard y los Alistair se había mantenido durante generaciones y, cuando Nathan se encontró con la orgullosa y obstinada Harriet, comprendió por qué. Desde su rancho, vecino al de Harriet, Nathan deseaba que la desesperación la empujara a abandonar las tierras de los Alistair. Pero no esperaba que aquella mujer irritante le llegara al corazón.

Two classic stories featuring irresistible Bitter Creek heroes—“The Man from Wolf Creek” and “The Christmas Baby”—by the New York Times–bestselling author. Cale Landry When “The Man from Wolf Creek” leaves his secluded mountain refuge to seek revenge on the thief who robbed him, he never expects to end up taking home the wily old bandit’s gorgeous and spirited daughter Raven. But Cale will never get back what he lost, until he learns to trust in love. Conn Benton Conn is shocked at the suggestion he should marry a Winthrop—especially that tall, redheaded Emaline—to end the feud between their families. He might marry her and bed her, but he has no intention of loving her. It takes a Yuletide miracle, “The Christmas Baby,” to heal his vengeful heart.

Two unforgiving lovers reunite for the sake of their child in this fiery contemporary romance from the New York Times bestselling author of Surrender. Facing the unexpected consequences of a life-altering night of passion with a cowboy she met in a Jackson Hole bar, and with her life committed to protecting endangered species, Victoria Grayhawk does what she believes is the right thing. She hunts down the cowboy, seeking his agreement that their baby should be adopted by a loving family. Montana rancher Ryan Sullivan has no intention of giving away his own flesh and blood, and takes their son to raise himself. When Vick realizes what a horrible mistake she’s made, and wants back into their child’s life, Rye remains inflexible—because once trust is lost there are no second chances—until an attack by one of the grizzlies Vick has spent her life protecting changes everything and Rye learns that sometimes love can heal all wounds. “A riveting story of love, passion, and forgiveness.”—Fresh Fiction The passionate Westerns in Joan Johnston’s Bitter Creek series can be enjoyed together or separately, in any order: TEXAS BRIDE • WYOMING BRIDE • MONTANA BRIDE • SINFUL • SHAMELESS • BLACKTHORNE’S BRIDE • SULLIVAN’S PROMISE

In New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston’s scorching contemporary romance, a second chance at love may be the last. When a sudden tornado of flame from a raging forest fire snuffs out both engines of the Twin Otter being piloted by Taylor Grayhawk, she locks eyes with the last man on the plane: her longtime enemy and one-time lover, smoke jumper Brian Flynn. Grayhawk and Flynn can’t agree on anything—not even how to escape their desperate situation. Once they’re on the ground, the only shelter they can find leaves the adversaries trapped together—with no way out. Injured and starving, Taylor and Brian struggle to survive, yet somehow the threat of imminent death reignites something deep and powerful between them. Feelings they thought long dead rise from the ashes, suddenly making them more than just allies in a life-or-death struggle against nature’s fury. A still greater challenge awaits when fate delivers them from harm and puts their rekindled love to its ultimate test: Surrender to each other, or part forever. Praise for Surrender “A dazzling story of passion and second chances at love . . . When the two star-crossed lovers meet again, tensions rise with heart-pounding desire that will burn up the sheets. . . . [Surrender] is explosively sexy and that makes Joan Johnston the leading lady in contemporary romances.”—RT Book Reviews “The fast and furious pace is what makes this read thoroughly enjoyable. . . . Chock-full of excitement, intrigue and sensual romance . . . a wonderful story of survival and determination.”—bookworm2bookworm

A fan favorite from New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston, previously published as A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing. After inheriting her uncle’s ranch, Harriet Alistair moves west to Montana to build a new life. She’s determined to prove herself, but the age-old feud between the Alistairs and their neighbours, the Hazards, stands in her way. From his neighboring ranch, Nathan Hazard is counting down the minutes until the beautiful and stubborn Harriet gives up. But he soon realizes that putting an end to the feud may mean a new beginning—for both of them. Originally published in 1991.

Prepare for edge-of-your-seat suspense in this Thriller Short. Originally published in THRILLER 2 (2009), edited by #1 New York Times bestselling author Clive Cussler. In this Thriller Short, bestselling author Joan Johnston thrusts headlong into a battle where love not only threatens to tear a family apart, but it may also get a young woman killed. Nash Benedict falls in love with Morgan Hunter, his brother Carter’s fiancé, while Carter is serving in Iraq. Nash is trying to figure out how he’s going to break the news when, the night before his brother returns home, Morgan goes missing. During their search, Nash and the police discover a number of unsettling explanations for her disappearance—including that she may have fallen victim to a Colombian drug lord who swore revenge after his brother led an operation to destroy the cartel’s coca plantation. But what they find is far worse than they could have imagined. For Morgan Hunter, a South American drug lord would be the easy way out. Her problem is much worse. Don’t miss any of these exciting stories from Thriller 2: The Weapon by Jeffery Deaver Remaking by Blake Crouch Iced by Harry Hunsicker Justice Served by Mariah Stewart The Circle by David Hewson Roomful of Witnesses by R.L. Stine The House on Pine Terrace by Phillip Margolin The Desert Here and the Desert Far Away by Marcus Sakey On the Run by Carla Neggers Can You Help Me Out Here? by Robert Ferrigno Crossed Double by Joe Hartlaub The Lamented by Lawrence Light Vintage Death by Lisa Jackson Suspension of Disbelief by Tim Maleeny A Calculated Risk by Sean Chercover The Fifth World by Javier Sierra Ghost Writer by Gary Braver Through a Veil Darkly by Kathleen Antrim Bedtime for Mr. Li by David J. Montgomery Protecting the Innocent by Simon Wood Watch Out for My Girl by Joan Johnston Killing Time by Jon Land Boldt’s Broken Angel by Ridley Pearson

A rogue nobleman, a rescued lady, and revenge undone by romance all play a part in New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston’s irresistible novel of best-laid plots, delicious deception, and unexpected passion. Two years have passed since Josie Wentworth was bought from the Sioux for a gold watch and whisked back to England by Marcus Wharton, the Duke of Blackthorne. When Marcus breaks his promise to return Josie to America, she ends up as a maid in the home of his charming but neglected nephews. Once Josie’s long-lost family finds her, however, the suddenly wealthy heiress sets out to save the two boys from their indifferent uncle—and teach the duke a lesson in honor. Learning that Marcus is seeking a rich American bride to save his estate, Josie plots to catch his eye—certain he’ll never recognize the beauty she’s become as the ragged captive he rescued. But Josie doesn’t wager on her marital charade taking a tender turn, as the nobleman she’s despised for years proves to be a very different man than she’s imagined. And there’s no denying his passionate caresses, as she falls deeper under the spell of a husband determined to claim her heart. Praise for Blackthorne’s Bride “[Joan] Johnston’s gloriously dramatic twelfth Bitter Creek novel, the fourth installment in her Mail Order Bride subseries, whisks readers across the Atlantic. . . . [This] page-turner is replete with romantic angst, sizzling sex, and the promise of an enduring love.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Second chances, marriage of convenience, revenge, reconnection, and redemption . . . Blackthorne’s Bride is another winner from Joan Johnston that gives readers a delicious story of love, laughter, forgiveness, and family.”—Smexy Books “Blackthorne’s Bride is a sweeping tale that takes you from the Wild West . . . to Regency England. [It’s] a feisty and surprisingly enticing romance that takes you on an adventure through the city streets of London and the countryside.”—Addicted to Romance “Riveting . . . Johnston excels at descriptions, peppered with period details that make this book a picturesque reading experience.”—Buried Under Romance The passionate Westerns in Joan Johnston’s Bitter Creek series can be enjoyed together or separately, in any order: TEXAS BRIDE • WYOMING BRIDE • MONTANA BRIDE • SINFUL • SHAMELESS • BLACKTHORNE’S BRIDE • SULLIVAN’S PROMISE

HAWK''S WAY COLLECTION VOLUME 4 Re-experience these three fan-favourite stories from #1 New York Times bestsellingauthor Joan Johnston MAC When the beautiful Jewel Whitelaw approaches Mac Macready with a shocking proposal,he''s got no choice but to accept… COLT Jennifer Wright''s fairy-tale life changes dramatically in a single instant. But herfiance''s best friend, Major Colt Whitelaw, could be the one to mend her heart. SISTERS Is there a happily ever after in store for Hope, Faith, and Charity as theirfamily gathers in Hawk''s Pride? Originally published in 1997, 1998, and 2002

In this contemporary Western romance by a New York Times bestseller, three long-lost sisters learn about themselves, family, and the love of a good man. Twin sisters Hope and Faith are delighted to finally find their long-lost triplet, Charity. And as their family gathers for a party at Hawk’s Pride, the three sisters must each untangle their own lives and loves. Will there be a happily ever after for each of them? Originally published as Sisters Found in 2002.

Return to Texas with this fan-favorite by #1 New York Times bestselling author JoanJohnston, previously published in 1998 as The Substitute Groom All of Jennifer Wright''s hopes and dreams rest on her summer wedding—until a single momentchanges everything, and Jennifer is left alone and heartbroken. But her fiance''s bestfriend, darkly handsome Air Force Major Colt Whitelaw, just might be the one to mend herheart.

Return to Texas with this fan-favorite by #1 New York Times bestsellingauthor Joan Johnston, previously published in 1997 as The Virgin Groom Mac Macready has it made—women chase after him, men envy him, and he''s got his dream job—untilthe day he loses everything. So when the beautiful Jewel Whitelaw approaches him with ashocking proposal, he''s got no choice but to accept…

HAWK’S WAY Collection Volume 3: CALLEN, ZACH, BILLY Re-experience these three fan-favorite stories from New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston Hawk’s Way: Callen previously published in December 1994 as The Headstrong Bride Hawk’s Way: Zach previously published in May 1995 as The Disobedient Bride Hawk’s Way: Bill previously published in June 1996 as The Temporary Groom In Hawk’s Way: Callen, rancher Sam Longstreet has planned the perfect revenge against his enemy: to woo and wed the man’s daughter. He knows just how to make Callen Whitelaw fall in love with him, but he never counted on loving Callen back… Zach Whitelaw only marries Rebecca so he can produce children to inherit his ranch, and if she doesn’t, he’ll divorce her. Can Rebecca save her marriage to the man she’s come to love? Find out in Hawk’s Way: Zach. And in Hawk’s Way: Billy, if single dad Billy Stonecreek doesn’t find himself a wife who is mother material, his horrible in-laws will gain custody of his little twin daughters. Billy loves his girls more than anything, but who will love him enough to live with all of them?

In this contemporary Western romance by a New York Times bestseller, a cowboy desperate for heirs has a bride who can’t get pregnant. Texas rancher Zach Whitelaw isn’t interested in love—only in producing heirs for his ranch. So he advertises for a wife—but there’s a catch. If she’s not pregnant in a year’s time, he’ll divorce her. Six months into their marriage, Rebecca Littlewolf Whitelaw’s stomach is as flat as it was on her wedding day. But she’s come to love Zach, and she suspects he just might have feelings for her, too. How can she ever give him up? And does he really want her to? Previously published in May 1995 as The Disobedient Bride.

Three of New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston’s readerfavorite Western romances Hawk’s Way: Garth previously published in June 1993 as The Wrangler and the Rich Girl Hawk’s Way: Carter previously published in March 1994 as The Cowboy Takes a Wife Hawk’s Way: Falcon previously published in February 1995 as The Unforgiving Bride In Hawk’s Way: Garth, Garth Whitelaw can’t understand why a rich Texas debutante like Candy Baylor would want to stomp around a dusty ranch and learn to train horses. But he can’t help noticing how great she looks in tight, worn jeans… All cowboy Carter Prescott has to do to own a piece of Texas is say \"I do\" and live with a pretty woman and her cute kid. Carter thinks he’s gotten a sweet deal. At least, until his new wife learns the truth in Hawk’s Way: Carter. And in Hawk’s Way: Falcon, rancher Falcon Whitelaw always swore he’d never get married, until he found himself saying \"I do\" to widowed mother Mara Ainsworth. But he’s never become so invested in a child’s life before, or loved a woman like this…

In Joan Johnston''s fan-favorite story, love conquers all Previously published in December 1994 as The Headstrong Bride Callen has no idea why everyone thinks rancher Sam Longstreet is no good. There isn''t aman in all of Texas as sexy, kind and thoughtful as her husband-to-be. Surely marriagewill soften up his rough edges. Sam has planned the perfect revenge against his enemy: to woo and wed the man''s daughter.And he knows just how to make Callen Whitelaw fall in love with him. The only problem is, Sam never counted on loving Callen back…

Re-experience Joan Johnston''s beloved story of finding love in unexpectedplaces Previously published in February 1995 as The Unforgiving Bride Rancher Falcon Whitelaw always swore he''d never get married, until he found himselfsaying “I do” to widowed mother Mara Ainsworth. And the worst part is, he knows she''s onlymarrying him for his medical insurance. But one look at Mara''s sick little daughter makes Falcon question everything he thinks hecares about. He''s never become so invested in a child''s life before, or loved a woman likethis…

In this contemporary Western romance by a New York Times bestseller, Christmas brings a second chance at love for a single dad and a med student. In this heartwarming reader-favorite holiday story, single father Gavin Talbot gets a second chance at happiness as he rediscovers the joy of family at Christmas with the Whitelaws. Return to Joan Johnston’s Hawk’s Way holiday classic.

HAWK’S WAY: CARTER (Hawk’s Way #5) Joan Johnston’s fan-favorite tale of a convenient marriage and a surprising love… Previously published in March 1994 as The Cowboy Takes a Wife When single mother Desiree Parrish discovers that her abusive ex-husband is being released from prison, she knows she needs live-in protection at her ranch. And since hiring a bodyguard would only scare her young daughter, Desiree decides to hire a husband—one who has more muscles than questions. All cowboy Carter Prescott has to do to own a piece of Texas is say \"I do\" and live with a pretty woman and her cute kid. He doesn’t have to love his instant family, and since Carter knows he’s incapable of that, he thinks he’s gotten a sweet deal. At least, until his new wife learns the truth…

For the first time Hawk’s Way’s cowboys are in one convenient box set, from New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston… Dallas Angela owes her life to the Texas Ranger Dallas, but what he doesn’t know is she’s from 1864. Dallas is fairly sure the woman he’s rescued is completely out of her mind. When he meets Angela, over a century worth of differences come crashing together. Still, there’s something about her fiery spirit and unmistakable beauty that has him wanting to believe her story. Sometimes, when it comes to falling in love, there’s no place to go but the future. Jesse Honey hasn’t been the same ever since her husband, a Texas Ranger, died on the job. So when cowboy Jesse Whitelaw turns up on her doorstep looking for work, he seems like the answer to her prayers. Jesse longs to be the man in Honey’s life, but he’ll do anything to keep his secret hidden. She doesn’t know he’s really a Ranger himself, and is undercover investigating a cattle-rustling ring. But as they grow closer, it becomes tougher for Jesse to pretend. Can he and Honey obey the law of their own hearts? Adam Tate Whitelaw leaves her overprotective family, and runs straight into the arms of hardened rancher Adam Phillips. Adam has had enough experience with misfits and strays that he knows a damsel in distress when he sees one. He’s in no mood to deal with the spirited women, but he can’t seem to keep her out of his heart…or his bed. But when Tate’s brothers track her down with shotguns in hand, Adam will have to wrangle her heart, before he loses her for good. Faron Belinda Prescott has just inherited a nearly bankrupt ranch…along with Faron Whitelaw, an ill-tempered cowboy. Faron was furious when Belinda informed him about the truth of his parentage: he wasn''t one of the Whitelaws of Texas. He wanted to believe that she was nothing more than a gold digger, but all she seemed to want was him… Previously published as A Little Time in Texas, Honey and the Hired Hand, The Rancher and the Runaway Bride, and The Cowboy and The Princess.

In this contemporary Western romance by a New York Times bestseller, a cowboy’s inheritance comes with life-altering surprises. Faron Whitelaw had some nerve calling Belinda Prescott a princess. A nearly bankrupt ranch was hardly a castle, and Faron, an ill-tempered cowboy who’d inherited half her kingdom, was certainly no prince. The man was lucky she didn’t make him sleep in the barn! Faron had been furious when Belinda had to inform him about the truth of his parentage. Suddenly, he wasn’t one of the Whitelaws of Texas, and he was taking his anger out on Belinda. He wanted to believe she was nothing more than a gold digger, but all she seemed to want was him . . . and that was the one thing he couldn’t give her. Previously published as The Cowboy and The Princess.

Meet Hawk''s Way''s sexiest cowboys! From New York Times bestselling author JoanJohnston comes a story of a cherished member of the Whitelaw family as she finds the lifeshe''s always wanted. Adventurous and stubborn Tate Whitelaw has had enough of her threeoverprotective brothers. After growing up under their watchful eyes, she can''t live up tothe expectations everyone seems to have for her. To prevent them from further meddling inher life, she leaves the only family she''s ever known—and runs straight into the arms ofhardened rancher Adam Phillips. Adam has had enough experience with misfits and straysthat he knows a damsel in distress when he sees one. He''s in no mood to deal with thespirited women, but he can''t seem to keep her out of his heart…or his bed. But when Tate''sbrother track her down with shotguns in hand, Adam will have to wrangle her heart, beforehe loses her for good. Previously published as The Rancher and the Runaway Bride.

New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Joan Johnston has captivated readers withher irresistible Hawk''s Way series. Discover the book that started it all! Sometimes love needs a helping hand… Honey hasn''t been the same ever since her husband, a Texas Ranger, died on the job. Juggling the ranch, raising her two teenage children, and nursinga wounded heart has left her at the end of her rope. So when cowboy Jesse Whitelaw turnsup on her doorstep looking for work, he seems like the answer to her prayers. But Honey isused to working on her own terms, and isn''t ready for the feelings he''s stirring in herheart. Jesse longs to be the man in Honey''s life, but he''ll do anything to keep his secrethidden. She doesn''t know he''s really a Ranger himself, and is undercover investigating acattle-rustling ring. But as they grow closer, it becomes tougher for Jesse to pretend.Can he and Honey obey the law of their own hearts? Previously published as Honey and the Hired Hand.

Spend A Little Time in Texas with this reader-favorite story from New York Timesbestselling author Joan Johnston She''s as far from home as she could can be—and home is Texas, 1864. Angela Taylor owes everything to Dallas Masterson, the ranger who saved herlife. But somehow, in addition to rescuing her, he''s managed to pull her from 1864 intothe twentieth century. And it would be easier to hate him for doubting her if he weren''tso charming… Dallas is fairly sure the woman he''s rescued is completely out of her mind.She wears bizarre clothes, has crazy ideas, and uses strange words. Still, there''ssomething about her fiery spirit and unmistakable beauty that has him wanting to believeher story. Sometimes, when it comes to falling in love, there''s no place to go but thefuture.

For readers of Linda Lael Miller and Susan Mallery comes New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston’s sizzling contemporary Western romance, where power, money, and rivalries rule—and love is the best revenge. Her shameful past makes her an outcast—until a lone wolf takes her into his home Scorned, pregnant, and facing a life without promise, Pippa Grayhawk is stunned when her father announces that they’re leaving their home in Australia to take over his estranged father’s sprawling Wyoming ranch. Drawn into bitter family rivalries and feeling like an interloper in her new home, Pippa rides out into the wilderness and meets an intriguing stranger and his pet wolf. The wolf doesn’t scare her, but she’s very much afraid to trust another man with her heart. Devon Flynn knows all about going it alone. He lives in an isolated cabin, away from his domineering father and the scandal surrounding his family. Devon’s attraction to Pippa is intoxicating and undeniable, but when he tries to get close, she’s as wary as his once-wild wolf. Devon is willing to defy his father, and hers, to claim Pippa as his own, but winning this wounded, wonderful woman’s love might be the greatest battle of all. Praise for Shameless “The large cast of characters adds to the allure as family secrets and past relationships come to light. Johnston’s novel is a fast-paced, warm, and truly romantic story, and readers will savor the idyllic setting of the beautiful Wyoming countryside.”—Publishers Weekly “Ah, the feud lives on—Grayhawks versus Flynns. Life is good. Well, at least for the readers of this ongoing series by Joan Johnston. The first Bitter Creek novel of the King’s Brats series was Sinful, and it was absolutely sinfully delicious. I couldn’t wait for the next installment, and I am happy to report it was worth the wait. . . . Johnston reintroduces characters remembered fondly and continues her tale starring the members of two strong, stubborn families.”—Fresh Fiction “[Johnston’s] fascinating, well-developed characters . . . take you into their world and keep you there until the last page. . . . I would definitely recommend Shameless to anyone who loves a good scandal with their romance.”—Harlequin Junkie (Top Pick) The passionate Westerns in Joan Johnston’s Bitter Creek series can be enjoyed together or separately, in any order: TEXAS BRIDE • WYOMING BRIDE • MONTANA BRIDE • SINFUL • SHAMELESS • BLACKTHORNE’S BRIDE • SULLIVAN’S PROMISE

An old flame rekindles in this fan-favorite tale from New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston… Wealthy aristocrat Bella Benedict has one last wish: to see her five estranged children happily married. But one of her sons, Max Benedict, has no interest in long-term commitment. Instead, he travels the world, working as a sometime spy for the CIA but mostly cementing his reputation as a rich playboy. When he''s asked to investigate a foreign threat against the president, he doesn''t think twice about accepting—until he hears who he''ll be working with in London. FBI Special Agent Kristin Lassiter is under investigation and on the verge of losing everything—her savings, her job, her beloved father. So when Bella Benedict approaches her with an offer to pay her mounting debts, she''s tempted to accept. But there''s a catch, and a big one. Bella wants Kristin to win the heart of her playboy son Max—the very man who broke Kristin''s heart years ago and is unaware that he fathered her nine-year-old daughter. If Kristin succeeds, she''ll get the money she needs. But can she win Max''s heart without falling back in love with him?

Society bachelor and former army sniper Ben Benedict moves between two worlds—from high-society Washington to the mean city streets, from tuxedos to Glocks. His powerful Virginia family wants him out of harm''s way, but Ben stays on the job, determined to make amends for a past that haunts him. Dr. Anna Schuster is fighting demons of her own when she crosses paths with Agent Benedict. The two become adversaries—and lovers—as they search for an Al Qaeda operative bent on revenge. Ben must fight against time—and his own darkness—to rescue millions of innocents and the woman he loves from a virulent bioweapon in the hands of a dangerous enemy.

Two Benedict brothers in one convenient box set for the first time by New York Times bestselling author Joan Johnston. Invincible Wealthy aristocrat Bella Benedict has one last wish: to see her five children happily settled. But one of her sons, Max Benedict, has no interest in marriage. Instead, he travels the world as a CIA spy, but mostly lives the playboy lifestyle. When he''s asked to investigate a threat against the president, he doesn''t think twice—until he hears who he''ll be working with. FBI Agent Kristin Lassiter is under investigation and on the verge of losing her job and savings. So when Bella offers to pay her debts, she''s tempted, but there''s a catch. Kristin has to win the heart of Max—the very man who broke her heart years ago. If Kristin succeeds, she''ll get the money. But can she succeed without breaking hers again? Outcast Society bachelor and former army sniper Ben Benedict moves between two worlds: from the Washington elite to the mean city streets. His powerful Virginia family wants him out of harm''s way, but Ben stays on the job, determined to make amends for his past. Dr. Anna Schuster is plagued by guilt over the sister she couldn''t save, so Anna has chosen to help others by becoming a trauma therapist. When Ben turns to her for help, she is unwittingly drawn into his dangerous world—and his heart. As a biological weapon threatens millions of lives, Ben must fight against time to save his country from terrorists and protect the woman he loves.

It takes beauty, grit, and grace to tame a rambling rancher in the New York Times–bestselling author’s contemporary Western romance. A lone wolf like Stony Carlton isn’t easy to tame. Commitment may be fine for other men, but Stony is a born rambler and refuses to be tied down, even to the right woman. Because how could such a person really exist? But then he meets the spirited Tess Lowell, a small-town Wyoming waitress with emotional scars of her own, thanks to an ugly divorce. And, somehow, as the straight-talking redhead slowly earns a place in his heart, he can’t help but think about what it might be like to give up his roaming ways . . .