Best Selling Books by Joann Ross

Bestselling author JoAnn Ross turns up the heat in a novel of heart-stopping suspense and white-hot passion that takes readers from the sultry South Carolina Lowcountry to the rugged Northern California coast, and ultimately into the darkest reaches of the human heart.... Fire cop Tess Gannon is hot on the trail of a pyromaniac who''s been setting buildings ablaze throughout Somersett, South Carolina, when ATF Special Agent Gage O''Halloran arrives on her fire scene. Coming out of a self-imposed exile, Gage suspects that Tess''s "Flamemaster" is connected to a serial killer he apprehended three years ago. Tess doesn''t like Gage. He''s too rude. Too arrogant. Too damn...male. Worse yet, she doesn''t trust him. Forced into an uneasy alliance, Tess and Gage race to stop the killer from striking another fatal match. But Gage''s fragile hope for redemption is put to the test when Tess becomes ensnared in a homicidal pyromaniac''s deadly obsession. And time is running out....

Continuing her sparkling, sexy Stewart Sisters trilogy, bestselling author JoAnn Ross pens a romantic suspense story set in the glorious Great Smoky Mountains, where a tough man and a passionate woman find love amid danger. Lark Stewart is on the run from a singing career that skyrocketed out of control...and from someone who''s bent on murder. When one of her band members is killed in New Orleans, Lucas McCloud -- her first love and a former FBI agent -- takes Lark home. But the remote Stewart family resort offers no protection from the madman who''s working his way across the mountains. A Desert Storm hero and FBI sniper, Lucas is haunted by a tragic mission in his past. But with the mysterious killer stalking Lark, Lucas is forced back into the life he left behind. For Lark is the only woman he''s ever loved, and the only person who can save his soul...provided he saves her first.

Ross has created a rich, lyrical love story about land, community, family and the very special bond between a man who doesn''t believe in anything and a woman who believes in him. Reissue.

From a childhood nurtured by unconditional family love to her stunning triumph as one of Hollywood’s leading fashion designers, Alexandra Lyons has always been spirited and independent. But everything she believes about herself is thrown into question when she meets Eleanor Lord. The powerful matriarch is convinced that Alexandra is Anna Lord, her long-lost granddaughter and heir to a family dynasty. Has Alexandra’s life been a lie? Is she really Anna Lord—or the victim of an even darker hoax? The truth lies buried in the past, in a dark explosion of jealousy, betrayal and murder, and remains as deadly now as it was nearly thirty years ago.

"Readers won''t want to leave the heartwarming stories of Honeymoon Harbor."—Publishers Weekly Welcome back to Honeymoon Harbor, where the majestic scenery of this small coastal town is second only to the legendary romances that have built the community... Pro quarterback Burke Mannion is at a crossroads in his career—nearing retirement age, he wonders if it’s time to hang up his cleats, or keep pushing on and head to training camp in a few short weeks. The decision is delayed by an upsetting phone call from his brother, and without blinking, Burke packs for Honeymoon Harbor and the home he hasn’t seen in years. The last person he expects to see when he arrives is the woman he had once thought might be the one—the same woman who had broken up with him by text as she left New York. Having heard Burke’s stories about Honeymoon Harbor, Lily Fletcher never really believed there was any place as idyllic as he’d made it sound. But as much as she’s tried to keep her past in the past by avoiding personal connections, deep down she secretly always hoped she’d see Burke again. As Lily and Burke fall back into their unresolved feelings for one another, she knows she has to come clean about who she really is as he struggles with the choice to go back to the celebrity life he knows or embrace the one he’s beginning to think could be the true path to happiness. Bonus Novella! Just One Look When Honeymoon Harbor holds a local bachelor auction at the annual Labor Day boat festival, Cam Montgomery needs to make sure his best friend, Megan Larson, wins him as a date. Cam’s grand gesture should go off without a hitch, but only if Megan is willing to take a chance, too… Honeymoon Harbor Book 1: Herons Landing Book 2: Snowfall on Lighthouse Lane Book 3: Summer on Mirror Lake Book 4: Second Chance Spring

HIS FATAL FLAW His problem, Mitch Cudahy told himself yet again as he hung upside down in a tree rescuing a cat, was that he always had to be the hero. Which was fine on the job, but he had to learn to leave his work at the fire station. Maybe he needed to get little cards to hand out when the urge overtook him: Stop me before I help again! But it was too late. He''d married a perfect stranger. Temporarily. So she could stay in America. The only thing he knew about Sasha Mikhailova was not to let her into a kitchen or she''d burn it down. Playing with fire was dangerous, but too late Mitch realized he''d jumped out of the frying pan….

Hazard, Wyoming, is a quiet mountain town where there''s snow on the ground from October until June, the wind blows all the time, and nothing much ever happens. But that''s all about to change. Because, just when the wind suddenly stops, a killer comes to Hazard -- a hunter as deadly and primal as evil itself. When Sheriff Will Bridger sees the murdered teenage girl, it''s the worst scene he''s ever witnessed. But there''s worse to come. Much, much worse. While the nights grow longer and the winter snow gets deeper, the violence intensifies. As does the blazing passion between Will and late-night radio host Faith Prescott. Harboring secrets as potentially dangerous as his own, Faith knows all too well the dark side of the human heart. She can help Will. If he''ll only let her. It won''t be easy, though. The man who was once the boy raised by wolves is no ordinary serial killer. Fortunately, Will Bridger is no ordinary cop.

He was used to getting what he wanted. And what he wanted was her. As an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Specialist, Dillon Slater had one of the most dangerous jobs in the military. Now, he’s enjoying the pace of life in Shelter Bay, where he teaches high school physics. He still gets to blow things up, but as the school basketball coach he also gets to impart leadership skills. His latest minefield: fifteen-year-old Matt Templeton—and Matt’s irresistible mother… Claire Templeton moved her troubled teenage son to the small town of Shelter Bay to escape the bad influences at his school in L.A. But when his attitude earns her a visit from the handsome basketball coach, she wonders if this role model might be too much of a temptation—for her. Because though she isn’t looking for a relationship, she can’t seem to resist Dillon’s playful charm. But what she doesn’t realize is that Dillon isn’t playing games—he’s playing for keeps…

Bait And Switch by JoAnn Ross released on Sep 24, 1996 is available now for purchase.

Southern hospitality can kill you.... There''s no escaping the sweltering heat when White House correspondent Laurel Stewart arrives in Somersett, South Carolina, and discovers that her best friend -- the vice president''s protocol advisor -- has disappeared. As frustrated as she is by Detective Joe Gannon''s skepticism regarding her suspicions, Laurel finds his smooth-talking southern ways and brazen bedroom eyes disturbingly, dangerously, seductive. With the homicide rate escalating as fast as the mercury, the last thing Joe needs is a stubborn, argumentative reporter -- particularly not an outsider from Washington, D.C., who triggers a sexual jolt at every encounter -- spinning her crazy conspiracy theories. But while he may not entirely believe Laurel Stewart, Joe can''t stop himself from wanting her. Thrown together by necessity, drawn together by passion, Laurel and Joe follow a twisted trail into the darkest corners of the sultry, moss-draped city to uncover a secret someone is willing to kill to keep.

Once Married, Twice Shy For Lily Van Cortland, Bachelor Arms was a new beginning for her and her unborn baby. Because of the battle with her dead husband''s wealthy family—who wanted custody of her child—she needed her two best friends, Caitlin and Blythe, to help her start a new life. A life that would never again include a lying, cheating playboy. Mac Sullivan, the building''s temporary handyman, was the kind of man she could want. Hardworking. Honest. Ordinary. Except Mac was lying about who he really was….

While organizing the summer''s Highland Games at her family''s Great Smoky Mountain Resort, Lily Stewart ges more than she bargained for when sexy Scottish filmmaker Ian MacDougall MacKenzie arrives to film the annual festival.

‘Tis the season to fall in love in this heartwarming collection of four small town Christmas romance stories. In “Christmas in Shelter Bay,” New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross returns to Shelter Bay, where Kelli has long tried to keep her feelings for her friend Cole a secret. But when the local matchmakers conspire to send them to a secluded lakeside cabin, the two friends soon discover that a little love will keep them warm. TV producer Nathaniel Ravelle knows the Bayberry Island mermaid legend is a joke— how could a statue grant a wish for true love? But when a Christmas Nor’easter lands him in close quarters with local Annie Parker, they see magic at work in matters of the heart in New York Times bestselling author Susan Donovan’s “A Seaside Christmas.” In LuAnn McLane’s “Mistletoe on Main Street,” Clint isn’t sure how to rekindle his romance with high school sweetheart Ava—until his father bows out of playing Santa at the annual Cricket Creek holiday parade and Clint gets the chance to make this Christmas one to remember. And in Alexis Morgan’s “The Christmas Gift”, business is booming at Bridey Roke’s pastry shop. Everyone in town stops in to sample her holiday treats. But in her spare moments, she’s perfecting a special recipe to charm the handsome new neighbor—who has his own surprise gift for her come Christmas Eve!

SOME PLACES YOU NEVER FORGET… For Amanda Stockenberg, that place was Smugglers'' Inn. The seaside inn had been a refuge for Amanda when she was sixteen, a place to find solace, to find herself…and to find love. She can''t think of the inn now without remembering Dane Cutter. The then nineteen-year-old illegitimate son of the cook had taught her about love. She''d been ready to give up everything to be with him. But at the end of the summer he, it seemed, was not. Now, ten years later, Amanda once again finds herself staying at Smugglers'' Inn, this time for a corporate retreat. The event is her last chance to prove herself to her bosses, so she doesn''t need any complications…like finding Dane Cutter still working at the inn. And still as dangerous to her equilibrium as ever. Because suddenly, Amanda isn''t sure what she wants—the window office or the window room of a seaside inn. She has one week. Seven days to choose between achieving all her dreams…or reuniting with the man she never stopped loving.

The sequel to "Homeplace." Shaken by the failure of her marriage, Savannah Townsend returns to her hometown of Coldwater Cove to open a bed & breakfast. There, she meets Daniel O''Halloran and together the two come to terms with their pasts, discover old secrets, and reinforce their belief in familial bonds.

Returning to the Southern island of her childhood to rebuild her life, Sabrina Swann encounters Zach Tremayne, a Navy SEAL who is haunted by the horrors of war, and they both learn to love again with danger lurking in the shadows.

NEW ORLEANS KNIGHTS Michael O''Malley: Responsible, determined, loyal. As a private detective, Michael was used to taking care of people. No one needed his help more or wanted it less than… Lorelei Longstreet. Someone wanted to hurt the beautiful movie star whom Michael has been hired to guard day and night. For Lorelei, however, being with strong, sexy Michael recalled their bittersweet love affair from years ago. As did being back in sultry New Orleans. Michael might protect her from danger, but who was going to protect Lorelei from him? NEW ORLEANS KNIGHTS: Three brothers, three unforgettable heroes

JoAnn Ross, one of the most passionate voices in contemporary romantic fiction, returns to the moss-draped splendor of Blue Bayou in a powerful novel of love and suspense, filled with characters you will never forget. Julia Summers is in Blue Bayou, Louisiana, wrapping up her role on the sizzling soap opera River Road before jetting off to play the part of her dreams. But when she receives an all-too-real threat, her director saddles her with a no-nonsense FBI agent as protection. Free-spirited Julia figures she''ll just use her feminine wiles to keep the handsome bodyguard out of her way. Finn Callahan has no interest in baby-sitting a spoiled starlet, but he owes his brother, Blue Bayou''s mayor, a favor. When danger closes in on Julia, Finn realizes that what he feels for her is much more than physical attraction. Now he''ll willingly lay his life on the line for the woman who has shown him how beautiful life can be when it''s filled with laughter and love.

BACHELOR OF THE MONTH: Lucky O''Neill—6 feet 2 inches of drop-dead gorgeous cowboy. This Wyoming old-fashioned rancher can lasso a girl''s heart faster than roping a runaway steer. The last thing in the world cowboy Lucky O''Neill wants to do is be on the cover of Hunk of the Month magazine. He''s used to herding cattle, not fighting off hordes of women. To help his sister, however, he''s willing to do almost anything. And once he meets gorgeous, sultry magazine editor Jude Lancaster, taking off his clothes has more and more appeal….

Always a Bridesmaid Bachelor Arms resident Caitlin Carrigan liked being a bridesmaid, never a bride. She and Lily would help Blythe put on a spectacular wedding, worthy of a Hollywood star, even though Cait thought wedded bliss an impossibility. After a childhood spent with an endless array of new stepparents, Caitlin vowed never to marry. But lady-killer Sloan Wyndham was the toughest opponent she''d ever met. He knocked down all her defenses and seduced his way into her bed…and her heart. Her answer was still no, wasn''t it?

MEN OF WHISKEY RIVER Clint Garvey: The sexy rancher has had enough of heartbreak. His solution: no involvement. Sunny: The beautiful, blond and green-eyed housekeeper had a completely different plan. She was determined to fix Clint''s life, to save his ranch from financial ruin and to find him true love. Clint was pretty sure he hadn''t even advertised for a housekeeper, but here Sunny was, living in his house. Whiskey River had had its share of unusual visitors, but Sunny''s claim that she was his fairy godmother topped them all. Clint didn''t want to change his life, but Sunny was difficult to say no to. And when he looked into her captivating eyes he found himself wanting to say yes to Sunny forever…. Come and be spellbound….

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Whiskey River is a quiet Arizona mountain town—until it''s rocked by murder. The death of Laura Swann Fletcher, the beautiful wife of charismatic senator Alan Fletcher, makes headlines across the nation. Trace Callaghan''s job is to solve Laura''s murder, and solve it quickly. As the sheriff of Whiskey River, he has a reputation for unwavering logic and deliberate action. But this case is unlike any he''s ever handled before—because Laura''s sister, Mariah, insists on being fully involved, an involvement that extends beyond seeing her sister''s killer unmasked. In this twisted case packed with illicit desires and dark secrets, everyone is a suspect. And nothing is what it seems.…

In A Class By Himself by JoAnn Ross released on Apr 24, 1995 is available now for purchase.

She Loved His Brother… Grief-stricken over the death of his brother, cynical, hard-nosed movie maverick Bram Fortune did the unthinkable—he sought comfort in the arms of his brother''s fiancée. The morning after, they both realized their mistake and left for their separate lives. Only, Bram couldn''t forget Dani Cantrell''s soft skin or beautiful eyes. Even as he was beginning to think he had to see her again, Dani came to him. She was pregnant with his child. His—not his brother''s. Bram knew he wanted Dani more than he''d ever wanted any other woman. First he had to marry her. Then he had to make her love him.

From New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross comes a fan favorite story about a hero for hire! Lucas Kincaid is done with being a bodyguard—or so he thought. He was just about to leave for a long overdue vacation to Alaska on his boat, except he’s pulled back for one last assignment. Bestselling romance author Grace Fairfield is in desperate need of help, and that means hiring Lucas. Somebody at the romance writers’ conference wants to hurt Grace, so Lucas must guard her day and night. He quickly realizes that he’s willing to risk anything to keep the lovely Grace safe—and willing to risk even more for a future together… Originally published as 1-800-Hero in 1998.

A fan-favorite from New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross, originally published as The Prince and the Showgirl in 1993. Sabrina Darling has always fantasized about becoming a princess. But when her marriage collapses and she learns that her father died owing millions to the IRS, Sabrina is about the furthest she can get from royalty. Until she meets Prince Burke, that is. He’s everything Sabrina has ever wanted—except that she stopped believing in fairy tales a long time ago. If Prince Burke is too good to be true, what will it take for Sabrina to find her happily ever after?

Two classic stories from "New York Times"-bestselling author RossNplus a bonus Christmas novellaNare packaged together for the first time. Includes "Cajun Heat" and "Love Potion #9." Original.

USA Today bestselling author JoAnn Ross brings you a provocative story… Hunter St. John wants Gillian Cassidy. In his bed… fulfilling his fantasies. For thirty nights, that''s the deal. He''s going to make her scream with wild, wanton pleasure. Enjoy a little sweet revenge in the process. The perfect way to get her out of his system, right? Maybe. Gillian is shocked by his proposition— and aroused. She''s never forgotten Hunter and the way he can make her feel. But it''s emotional blackmail. It could also be the best sex of her life… Except what happens when the thirty days are over?

From New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross comes a classic tale about coming home again! Caine O’Halloran lost his heart broken more than once. Ten years ago, Caine had married the only woman he’s ever loved, Nora Anderson. However, when he lost their son in a tragic car accident, Nora never forgave him, and the death destroyed their marriage. But now Caine’s retired from his career as a baseball pitcher, and he has come back home to win Nora back. Now a busy doctor, Nora doesn’t have time to risk getting hurt again. Caine will have to convince her, and himself, that they deserve a second chance. Originally published as The Return of Caine O’Halloran in 1994.

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.

From New York Times bestselling author JoAnn Ross comes a beloved story about opposites attracting! If there is one thing magazine editor Jude Lancaster knows, it’s that cowboys sell. Wyoming rancher Lucky O’Neill is just the man she needs to model on the cover of the Hunk of the Month magazine. The last thing in the world Lucky wants to leave the comfort of his ranch for the wilds of New York City. He’s used to herding cattle, not fighting off hordes of women. As a favor to his sister, however, he’s willing to do almost anything. Upon meeting the strong-willed and sultry Jude, Lucky finds himself getting roped in, and falling hard. Originally published as Hunk of the Month in 1998.

“JoAnn Ross triumphs again!” said Romantic Times Book Reviews of Fair Haven. Now the talented author returns to the bewitching Irish countryside in this irresistible tale of love''s extraordinary possibilities. In the exclusive world of horse racing, Alec MacKenna is known as a hardheaded trainer who cares more for an animal''s welfare than the financial bottom line. After a public altercation with a callous owner leaves his career on the brink of ruin, Alec''s only chance for redemption is Legends Lake, a thoroughbred with Triple Crown potential and a dangerous problem that could end both of their careers. Alec escorts the colt from the bluegrass hills of Kentucky to the emerald pastures of Ireland to meet the woman who bred him, in hopes that she may have the answers that will save them. Kate O''Sullivan is happy to see her beloved horse come home, even under such disturbing circumstances. In spite of the irascible Yank who came with him, she has the feeling that something in her life is about to change forever. As Alec and Kate work to unravel the mystery of Legends Lake, they discover their shared concern for the troubled racehorse could turn into something extraordinary for each other.

MEN OF WHISKEY RIVER Rory Mannion: An 1890s gunslinger turned marshal. A lone wolf, he doesn''t need anyone''s help—especially not a woman''s. Jessica Ingersoll:A very 1990s woman and Whiskey River''s county attorney. Used to being in control of any situation—or man. Whiskey River is known for its unusual occurrences, but when Jessica rescues a wounded man who claims he is on a mission to avenge a murder over a hundred years old, well, it is a little much! The rough and rugged lawman is unlike any man she''s ever met. Jessica fears she is falling in love, especially when Rory awakens memories of a life and love they shared once before. Once Rory has his vengeance, however, do they have a future? Come and be spellbound…

The magic of summer is alive in Honeymoon Harbor—and for one pair of friends, the perfect time to take a chance on love. After settling into the cozy seaside town of Honeymoon Harbor, veterinarian Cameron Montgomery is focused on taking care of the locals’ furry friends and never missing a Wednesday lunch break with his best friend, Megan Larson. Single mom Megan has always felt a special connection with Cam, but with three-year-old Emma to look after and a business to run, Megan hasn’t let herself follow her heart in a long time. When Honeymoon Harbor holds a local bachelor auction at the annual Labor Day boat festival, Cam needs to make sure Megan wins him as a date. With the help of some friends, Cam’s grand gesture should go off without a hitch, but only if Megan is willing to take a chance too. Having been burned in the past, Megan’s clear that love isn’t worth the trouble, but maybe her now-calculated life could use one last risk.

NEW ORLEANS KNIGHTS Shayne O''Malley: Undercover operative. Handsome as sin, he plays the part of a jet-setting playboy, perfectly willing to use seduction to finish his assignment. No woman had ever been his match until… Suspected thief Bliss Fortune turned his world upside down. Shayne''s superiors were convinced Bliss was part of an international jewel-smuggling ring, but cynical, world-weary Shayne is suddenly having other ideas. He''s beginning to wonder if the trusting, beautiful, passionate woman might be innocent. But that meant someone was setting her up…. NEW ORLEANS KNIGHTS: Three brothers, three unforgettable heroes

Hot On The Trail by JoAnn Ross released on Jul 25, 1987 is available now for purchase.

Chicago homicide detective Kate Delaney fiercely defends victims. Which is why -- despite death threats -- she''s testifying to a federal grand jury about local police corruption. It''s also why she''s infuriated by the New Orleans police department''s blasÉ attitude toward her estranged sister''s death. But pursuing an investigation in a strange city means allying with someone who knows the territory. And the players. Someone with a total disregard for the rules. As an ex-cop from a police family, New Orleans PI Nick Broussard knows that cops live by their own code. You don''t rat out a fellow officer. The last thing he needs is some smart-mouthed, by-the-book outsider unknowingly injecting herself into his undercover search for the truth. Even worse is the way she conjures up visions of tangled sheets.... Nick and Kate''s chase pits them against the criminal underworld of the sultry southern city. And as they peel away layers of deadly deception, they discover a dark secret too many are willing to kill to keep.

Strong-minded Gavin Thomas was determined to have his own way and to find out the truth about beautiful and beguiling Tara Delaney. When Tara literally fainted in Gavin''s arms, he felt as if a lightning bolt had just hit him. He''d finally found the woman he''d spent a lifetime looking for. But something had kept Tara away from Whiskey River. While Gavin wanted to seduce this fiery woman, he needed to discover what secret kept them apart…except he had no idea exactly how bewitching Tara really was….