Most Popular Books by Judy Duarte

The Mayor’s Secret Fortune - Judy Duarte It’s too much, too soon. When wealthy contractor Steven Fortune proposes to Ellie Hernandez, the beautiful and principled mayor of Rambling Rose, Texas, no one is more surprised than Ellie herself. Until recently, Steven was practically her enemy! But his offer of a marriage of convenience arrives when the secretly pregnant mayor is at her weakest moment. They can pull off a united front for a short time, can’t they? Surely she won’t fall for another man who insists he isn’t interested in the long haul... Her Cowboy Daddy - Cathy Gillen Thacker When Jeb McCabe gave Laramie, Texas, the scandal of the century by leaving his bride at the altar, he garnered the reputation of the most notorious bachelor in town. So what’s the handsome heartbreaker doing playing nanny to Cady Keilor’s young nephews? Cady desperately wants a baby of her own. But before she adopts, she’s practicing for motherhood by babysitting her sister’s rambunctious brood for two weeks. The cowboy she’s always been sweet on is just along for the ride — after Cady bets him he can’t last a week! It turns out Jeb’s a natural at parenting, and Cady badly needs his help. The question is: Does playing house make Jeb yearn for the real thing? He is a McCabe, after all — and the name is synonymous with family! Tennessee Homecoming - April Arrington After the sudden death of his best friends, Landon Eason is the obvious choice to become guardian to their three kids. So he’s shocked when the kids’ aunt, Katie Richards, is named primary guardian — she’s practically a stranger to them! It’s best for everyone if Katie relinquishes custody and heads back to California. Yet as Katie struggles to bond with the kids, Landon takes pity on her and invites Katie to stay with them at his ranch. Impulsive and headstrong, Katie hasn’t changed since high school — and she’s exactly what they all need, Landon included. He’s let Katie into his home and his heart, but can Landon convince her that she and the kids belong in Elk Valley, Tennessee, with him? To Save A Child - Linda Warren Detective Cole Chisholm is in Horseshoe, Texas, to take care of his grandfather. During a winter storm, a baby appears at his door, along with her aunt, Grace Bennett. Grace needs his help, and Cole reluctantly lets them stay while he investigates. Soon the by-the-book cop is breaking his own rules to protect them both. But how far will he go to make sure that both Grace and Zoe stay in his life?

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Romancing the Enemy by Laurie Paige Sara Carlton was on a mission ; to seek revenge against the man who nearly destroyed her family. Moving in next door to her nemesis's handsome son was part of her plan. Falling head over heels in love with him was not!

The perfect Christmas gift ... Jillian Wilkes spent one night in the arms of gorgeous ex-cop Shane Hollister, then went her own way. But, when she discovers she is pregnant with Shane’s baby, what is she to do? This could be a Christmas to remember, but only if Shane wants her love too...

A Weaver Christmas Gift - Allison Leigh Help Wanted: Husband Jane Cohen is in a quandary: she needs a man for her baby plan. Love and marriage are non-negotiable--it's the traditional route or bust. So it's time to cut Casey Clay loose--her friend with benefits doesn't do commitment. But this impossible, irresistible man sets the bar awfully high for her husband hunt! No matter how deep Casey's feelings run for the sexy bar owner, when it comes to kids, he can't give her what she wants. And his secrets don't stop there. But as the mistletoe goes up around Weaver, 'tis the season for their moment of truth...and their shot at true love. The Soldier's Holiday Homecoming - Judy Duarte A holiday to remember... Only an urgent mission could bring Sgt. Joe Wilcox back to his Texas town--and the past he's been trying to forget. The Marine gets his wish when an accident robs him of his memory. The beautiful blonde who offers to nurse him back to health on a ranch that's hauntingly familiar is a bonus he didn't expect...except Chloe Dawson is strictly off-limits. The letter the wounded GI "Doe" is carrying--addressed to Chloe--only deepens the mystery of who he is and why he came to Brighton Valley. With desire sizzling between them, Chloe's in danger of falling for the sexy soldier. But what happens when his memory returns? Can she help him face his past and, together, find their future--a place where they can both belong? Return To Brighton Valley: Who says you can't go home again?

Once Upon a Pregnancy ER nurse Simone Garner is pregnant and rumours are flying around Walnut River General that dreamy paramedic Mike O’Rourke is the father! But is marriage on Mike’s radar? One has to wonder if Simone would stand a chance with Mike if she wasn’t pregnant with his child. Or does he know something we don’t?

Mills & Boon Western Romance — Small towns, cowboys and contemporary romance, the all-American way! Cowboy In Disguise - Allison Leigh Since she first met him months ago in Rambling Rose at the Hotel Fortune, Arabella Fortune has fantasized about sexy and sweet Jay Cross. Now she sets to find out how he’d intended to finish his last words to her: ‘I think you should know...’ Starting Over With The Sheriff - Judy Duarte When a woman who was falsely convicted of a crime she didn’t commit finds herself romantically involved with a single-dad lawman, trust issues abound. Can they put aside their relationship fears and come together to create the family they’ve both always wanted? Rocky Mountain Baby - Patricia Johns Taryn Cook is pregnant with her own miracle baby...but she hadn’t anticipated that the father, Noah Brooks, would want to be part of her baby’s life. Can a man who never planned on being a dad truly be the father this baby needs? Her Rodeo Rancher - M. K. Stelmack When rodeo celebrity Will Claverley persuades city girl Krista Montgomery to become his fake girlfriend for a few days, old emotions flare up. Is there any way these two opposites could attract...and develop lasting love?

Family in an instant The Soldier’s Twin Surprise - Judy Duarte Even though his night of passion with Erica Campbell was incredible, for army pilot Clay Masters, an enlisted woman’s off-limits. Until fresh-out-of-the-service Rickie appears with news: she’s having his babies. Two of them! Can Rickie count on Clay — a man whose dreams of military glory have just been dashed — to be her partner in parenthood...and in love? The Cowboy SEAL’s Triplets - Tina Leonard Former bad girl Daisy Donovan is finally home where she belongs, ready to win over Bridesmaids Creek — and John “Squint” Mathison, the sexy former SEAL who is the father of her soon-to-be baby boys. John never had a real home. But now he’s determined to show Daisy that he’s ready to settle down — by getting Daisy to the altar before their triplets are born!

The Virgin’s Makeover Judy Duarte The moment Sullivan Grayson stepped in to help save her family’s vineyard, the sexy entrepreneur made Lissa Cartwright’s pulse race... Then, as things between them began to heat up, a visit from a stranger turned Lissa’s world on its axis...

Mills & Boon Heart — Stories of love, compassion and happiness. His Secret Starlight Baby - Michelle Major Co-parenting this baby is going to take teamwork! Ex-NFLer Jordan Shaeffer’s game plan was simple: retire from football and set up a quiet life in Starlight. But when Cory Hall arrives with their infant son, the ex-football player not only gets a surprise but has to devise a new life strategy. And Cory finds herself agreeing to be his fake fiancée until they work out a co-parenting plan. Jordan may have re-written the dating playbook...but will it be enough bring this team together? Their Night To Remember - Judy Duarte A handsome stranger...with an ulterior motive. Thanks to one unforgettable night with a stranger, Alana Perez’s dreams of motherhood are coming true! But when Clay Hastings literally stumbles into Rancho Esperanza with amnesia, he remembers nothing of the alluring ranch owner. Under Alana’s care, though, Clay begins to remember who he is...and why he went searching for Alana. And his sudden appearance hides a secret motive that could ruin her life! His Forever Texas Rose - Stella Bagwell The new girl in town won’t change this country cowboy’s mind. Trey Lasseter’s instant attraction to the animal clinic’s new receptionist spells trouble. No way is he risking his heart again. But big-city beauty Nicole Nelson isn’t giving up on her fresh start in this Arizona small town — or the hunky veterinarian assistant. Their mutual affection for animals and one dog in particular isn’t all they could share. Is Trey ready to commit to the woman he’s already fallen for? She Dreamed Of A Cowboy - Joanna Sims When fantasy meets reality... Cancer survivor Skyler Sinclair might live in New York City, but she’s always dreamed of life on a Montana ranch. And at least part of that fantasy was inspired by her teenage crush on reality TV cowboy Hunter Brand. Now that her cancer is in remission, she’s been granted a stay on Sugar Creek Ranch — and there’s hunky Hunter in the flesh. Only she wants him to see her as a woman, not a pity party. But Hunter’s had enough loss in his life, and the last thing he needs is another responsibility. Still, the more he gets to know the spirited Skyler, the more he realises that he needs her more than she could ever need him... Catching Mr Right - Carol Ross They can’t both win...can they? Louisiana angler Victoria Thibodeaux needs the spokesperson contract with Romeo Reels to keep her business going and give her daughter a better life. But her hard-won confidence sinks to the bottom of the bayou when her rival, Alaskan fisherman Seth James, arrives. With his smooth-talking charm, handsome Seth could steal both her job and her heart, unless secrets from her past catch up with her first... A Valentine’s Proposal - Kim Findlay Their engagement is pretend, but Cupid has other plans... Event planner Mariah Van Delton has a plan to save the charming small town of Carter’s Crossing — by turning it into a romance destination! All Mariah needs is a very public Valentine’s Day proposal. And her only option? A fake one between her and the handsome town veterinarian and wedding-hater, Nelson Carter. But a little charade between adversaries might just be the start of something undeniably real...

Christmas with Her Millionaire Boss by Barbara Wallace Nobody loves Christmas more than beautiful young widow Noelle Fryberg! So when she finds herself caring for her injured boss, Christmas-hating James Hammond, she's determined to show the cynical millionaire just how magical it can be... Could she be the one to melt his guarded heart? A Cowboy Family Christmas by Judy Duarte When Drew Madison, a handsome rodeo promoter, meets the temporary cook at the Rocking Chair Ranch, the avowed bachelor falls for lovely Lainie Montoya. But things get more complicated when he hears she's the mystery woman who broke up his sister's marriage!

Mills & Boon Western Romance — Small towns, cowboys and contemporary romance, the all-American way! Self-Made Fortune - Judy Duarte Life coach and divorcée Gigi Fortune is rich in money but unlucky in love. Could her family’s new lawyer, Harrison Vasquez, be the one to change her fate? Harrison is smart, and hard-working and treats Gigi with respect, but considers her strictly off-limits. He’s convinced they’re just too different to make things work. When it comes to amor, however, never count a Fortune out! Her Surprise Cowboy Groom - Cathy McDavid Ambitious wedding dress designer Laurel Montgomery can’t afford to be distracted...especially not by easy-going cowboy Max Maxwell. Wrangling his three-year-old twin daughters, a rambunctious puppy, and a fledgling business, Max has his hands full, too. But he also knows the value of going for ice cream and fishing with his girls. Can he show Laurel there are more important things than making it big — like love and family? A Charming Single Dad - Heatherly Bell Jordan Del Toro’s dreams of happily-ever-after were shattered when the man she loved married someone else. Coming face to face with Rafe Reyes again — back in Charming to be best man at her brother’s wedding — is Jordan’s greatest test. A lot has changed. Rafe has a young daughter and Jordan will soon be planning her own wedding. But she can’t ignore the emotions Rafe is reawakening. Is the single father still the best man for her? A Family For The Rodeo Cowboy - Jen Gilroy After an injury forces rodeo cowboy Cole Carter into early retirement and returning home, he’s drawn to the spunky new animal physical therapist. But as much as he likes easy-going Mel McNeil, the divorcée and her young daughter need stability, not his footloose life. When rodeo calls again, will Cole jump back in the saddle or finally become the man Mel deserves? Starting Over At Trevino Ranch - Amy Woods When Gina Heron was growing up, the best thing about Peach Leaf, Texas was the road leading out — and she planned to stay out. Until personal circumstances dictate her return, and Gina finds herself face-to-face with rancher Alex Trevino. The man whose heart she broke in the wake of her leaving. The old attraction still sizzles, but is their love strong enough to pave her second chance into Alex’s scarred heart? Caught by The Cowgirl - Tanya Agler For rancher Will Sullivan, nothing is more beautiful than a Colorado sunrise...until Kelsea Carruthers shows up at his ranch, wanting to lease his land. But Will has plans for his struggling ranch that don’t include the gorgeous, quirky Southern belle. Now Kelsea is quickly learning how to be a true cowgirl — even as she steals everyone’s hearts. And this gruff, set-in-his-ways cowboy might just be falling the hardest...

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