New Releases by RaeAnne Thayne

New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne welcomes you to Hope''s Crossing, Colorado, where love always finds a way… Currant Creek Valley Workaholic chef Alexandra McKnight doesn''t need a serious relationship. Sam Delgado seems perfect for a fling, but the single dad wants more than she can give. Now it''s up to him to help Alex see that they can build a bright future together. Willowleaf Lane Candy shop owner Charlotte Caine has iron self-control, but she can''t resist heartbreaker Spencer Gregory. He and his daughter are dangerous to Charlotte''s heart. But in Spencer''s soulful eyes, can she find the hero she''s always wanted? Christmas in Snowflake Canyon Genevieve Beaumont is forging a new life for herself, and wounded veteran Dylan Caine is her salvation. Despite their mutual attraction, surely an heiress and an ex-soldier wouldn''t work! But a Christmas miracle might prove them both wrong…

\"McKenzie Shaw would do anything for her hometown of Haven Point. It may be small, but it''s never let her down--unlike gorgeous, infuriating Ben Kilpatrick. He was her childhood hero until he closed his family''s factory, leaving the town''s economy in shambles. Now his tech firm is considering opening a local facility. For Haven Point''s sake, McKenzie has to grit her teeth and play nice\"--Page 4 of cover.

A NEW Cowboys of Cold Creek story from New York Times bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne! Hope Nichols has never felt as if she belonged anywhere except her hometown of Pine Gulch. So when she hears that her family''s property, Christmas Ranch, is set to be shut down forever, a determined Hope heads home. She refuses to let anything ruin her holiday—this will be the most memorable ranch Christmas ever! And thanks to hunky former navy SEAL Rafe Santiago and his adorable nephew, she might just pull off that miracle. Plus a heartwarming RaeAnne Thayne favorite from the Cowboys of Cold Creek series, A Cold Creek Holiday, also included in this book! "A richly plotted story with characters that are easy to care about, this one is as emotional as it is funny." —RT Book Reviews on A Cold Creek Holiday

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Hope Nichols has never felt as if she belonged anywhere, except her hometown of Pine Gulch. So, when she hears that her family''s property, Christmas Ranch, is set to be shut down forever, a determined Hope heads home. She refuses to let the Grinch steal her holiday--this will be the most memorable ranch Christmas ever And, thanks to hunky former navy SEAL Rafe Santiago and his adorable nephew, she might just pull off that miracle. Rafe is undeniably drawn to Hope and her passion for rebuilding her family home. But he knows more about Hope''s tragic past than even she herself could imagine. And though she doesn''t know it, she owes him her life. And all he wants in return is for her to spend it with him

When tech genius Aidan Caine, after almost running her over with his car, offers her a job, Eliza Hayward, while renovating his lakeside guest lodge, finds her Christmas cheer restored as they embark on an unexpected yuletide romance.

Destination Wedding Guest List: THE EX-WIFE Megan McNeil is genuinely happy to escort her little girls to their father''s wedding in Kauai, Hawaii—even though she feels like a third wheel. One gorgeous groomsman definitely disagrees. But are they both carrying too much baggage to begin a new romance? THE BEST MAN Devlin Marshall won''t let anything spoil his buddy''s big day—not even his own rocky marriage. Secrets and mistrust have divided him from his Amy, but the love in the air seems to be catching…. THE SISTER Family comes first. Deep down, Gabi Foster knows it, but this holiday is hurting her career. Can a sweet, sexy surfing instructor convince her that love is worth more than a business deal?

Harlequin Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Harlequin Special Edition bundle includes A Cold Creek Christmas Surprise by USA TODAY bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne, The Maverick''s Christmas Baby by Victoria Pade and An Early Christmas Gift by USA TODAY bestselling author Susan Crosby. Look for 6 compelling new stories every month from Harlequin Special Edition!

Candy shop owner Charlotte Caine doesn''t trust the sweet demeanor of ex-flame Spencer Gregory when he rolls back into town, and she wonders if she can get past the hurt he caused her in high school in order to appreciate this remade man.

He was known as a major player who''d left a swath of broken hearts across the Teton Valley. Yet when single mother Jenny Boyer saw the tenderness in Seth Dalton''s eyes when he looked at her children — not to mention her — it was impossible for her to believe it was all a game. She was new to this small town, a school principal who needed to be respected. The last man she should be getting involved with was the Hunk of Cold Creek! But every time Seth came near, Jenny could feel herself falling...like all of the women who''d come before her. So why did she hope that her story would have a different ending — as in, happily ever after?

Rue Claridge''s cousin Elisabeth had disappeared, and Rue was determined to find her. But she never dreamed that when she followed Elisabeth''s footsteps, she would find herself more than one hundred years in the past…and in jail, courtesy of Marshal Farley Haynes. She knew Farley was baffled but intrigued by her modern ways—and Rue was just as fascinated by the rugged marshal. Enough to dream that maybe he could live in her modern world and find a place with her on her Montana ranch. But could she ask him to choose between everything he had ever known…and a future with her?

Caidy Bowman had been the apple of her family''s eye--until a devastating tragedy forced her to hide from the world. She was used to devoting her time to the animals on her family''s ranch. Then widower Ben Caldwell and his two adorable children arrived in Pine Gulch, and suddenly, Caidy wanted more than a life in the shadows.... As the town''s new vet, Ben needed a place to stay for the holidays--and for his family to heal from their own loss. He absolutely wasn''t looking for love again But Caidy Bowman''s sparkling green eyes and sweet smile touched Ben''s broken heart, giving him hope for a new future. Their future--if he could convince the beautiful cowgirl that Christmas was a time for new beginnings....

Love knows no season Spring should bring renewal, but Maura McKnight-Parker cannot escape the past. Still reeling from the loss of one daughter, the former free spirit is thrown for a loop by the return of her older daughter, Sage, and the reappearance of her first love, Sage’s father. Jackson Lange never knew his daughter—never even knew that he’d left the love of his life pregnant when he fled their small town—but he has never forgotten Maura. Now they are all back, but Sage has her own secret, one that will test the fragile bonds of a reunited family. Thrown together by circumstances and dedicated to those they love, Maura and Jackson must learn to move forward and let go of the mistakes of their past for the bright future that awaits them and their friends in Hope’s Crossing.

Only a matter of urgent Bravo family business could bring Prince Rule to America. And he wasn''t leaving until he met Sydney O''Shea… …who happened to be the mother of Rule''s toddler son. Rule didn''t expect the firestorm of desire the regal Texas attorney stirred in him. With Montedori law decreeing that he wed or lose everything, the captivated prince came up with the perfect solution. Propose marriage, now. There would be time enough later to tell all…wouldn''t there?

There was absolutely nothing wrong with widowed florist Fay Coggen seeking a new lease on life. Just not in Adam Murphy''s arms. But the night her late husband''s best friend returned from his tour of duty overseas, Fay went from recrimination to tenderness in a heartbeat. When their mutual solace morphed into passion, it was destiny. As was the fact that she was now pregnant with Adam''s child. The walls Adam had built around his heart as a soldier came tumbling down when he went calling on Fay. Comforting her was one thing; but it hadn''t stopped there. Now he was going to be a father. He''d crossed the line. So why did it feel so right?

\"Plenty of tenderness and Colorado sunshine flavor [make] this a pleasant escape.\" —Publishers Weekly Hope''s Crossing is still reeling from a devastating accident, but one occupational therapist may be exactly what the town needs… Evie Blanchard was at the top of her field. But when burnout forces her to walk away from her job as a pediatric occupational therapist, she moves from Los Angeles to Hope''s Crossing seeking a quieter life. So the last thing she needs is to get involved with the handsome, arrogant Brodie Thorne and his injured daughter, Taryn. A self-made man and single dad, Brodie will do anything to get Taryn the rehabilitation she needs…even if it means convincing Evie to move in with them. And despite her vow to keep an emotional distance, Evie can''t help but be moved by Taryn''s spirit or Brodie''s determination to win Evie''s support—and her heart. With laughter, courage and more than a little help from the kindhearted people of Hope''s Crossing, Taryn may get the healing she deserves—and Evie and Brodie might just find a love they never knew could exist. Hope''s Crossing Book 1: Blackberry Summer Book 2: Woodrose Mountain Book 3: Sweet Laurel Falls Book 4: Currant Creek Valley Book 5: Willowleaf Lane Book 6: Christmas in Snowflake Canyon Book 7: Wild Iris Ridge

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Two favorite Brambleberry House stories from USA TODAY bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne The Daddy Makeover Eben Spencer learned long ago to keep his eye on the ball and his emotions under wraps. This philosophy has taken him to the pinnacle of success in business. But in his personal life, it led to a shattered marriage. So it''s just him and his little girl…until he meets Sage Benedetto. She''s warm, emotional, open—everything Eben is not. Sage''s bewitching nature soon has this tycoon rethinking his future…. His Second-Chance Family As a teenager Julia Blair found more than fun in the sun at Cannon Beach. She found a home—in the arms of her first love, Will Garrett. A bright future stretched out in front of Julia…. Though life hadn''t worked out as planned, here she is, back in Cannon Beach, with her two kids in tow. Only to find Will there, too. Julia believes Will can still make her dreams come true, but will he let her into his heart to do the same for him?

WAY OUT WEST THE WITNESS When a terrified Dr. Maggie Rawlings saw her ex-husband killed, she feared her little boy might be next. They started running, with every man a potential threat—even if her son was constantly in search of a daddy. And a cowboy. And he found both in Colt McKendrick…. FBI agent-disguised-as-rodeo-cowboy Colt knew the drill: protect Maggie and her son, and then, when the danger passed, move on. But with each trusting look from the adorable little boy—not to mention each sizzling moment spend with Maggie—Colt was finding a hands-off policy harder and harder to live by…. Because there''s nothing like a cowboy.

After an unbelievable makeover gave her the confidence to strut her stuff at a charity ball, Kate Crosby went from harmless flirt to a bedroom vixen. But she wasn''t about to let a single night of oh-so-sultry passion with archenemy Peter Logan become anything more. Of course, she didn''t count on seeing their lip-lock featured in the local paper! Finally able to track the mysterious beauty down to a remote cabin, Peter learned the truth about her identity—and that she was going to have his baby. Having been unable to stop thinking about Kate since the moment she walked into his life, he needed to convince her that their one-night stand should become a one-life stand.

Ten years ago, Sophie Beaumont had watched as her twin sister, Shelly, had chosen to marry a Canfield man, bear his children and be mistress of his manor. But now Shelly was dead—killed along with her husband, Peter, in a mysterious accident—and it was Sophie who was left to raise her children, live at the Monterey mansion—and marry a Canfield man. Only this time it was Thomas, Peter''s older brother.… Because Peter was dead. Or was he? Mysterious appearances at night to the contrary, he was reported to be, though no body had ever been found. And Sophie and Thomas had unfinished business—a love affair, barely begun, cut off abruptly all those years ago. One that this time Thomas was determined to see bloom.…

Just back from a tour of duty, all Major Brant Western wanted was a hot meal and a warm bed. What he didn''t need was the stunning socialite in disguise who''d just shown up at his family''s Cold Creek ranch. Scandal trailed bad girl Mimi Van Hoyt—aka \"Maura\"—everywhere she went. But once Brant discovered her secret, how could he turn her away? Being stranded in the middle of nowhere in a blizzard was not Mimi''s idea of a fun time in the Tetons. Then why was she starting to think this sexy soldier could be more than her shelter from the storm? And the more determined Brant was to protect her and her unborn child, the more she believed that this honorable, irresistible military man was the only man for her.

Only a family crisis could bring Ross Fortune back home to Texas. But clearing his sister of a murder charge was the roving P.I.''s most important mission. Falling for the woman counseling his nephew was a complication he definitely didn''t need. Though the sexy, off-limits Fortune was a challenge she couldn''t resist, Julie Osterman couldn''t afford to let her personal feelings cloud her professional judgment. But when an explosive secret threatened everyone''s future, was she willing to put it all on the line for the chance to be at Ross''s side...forever?

To find out who was claiming ownership of the only place he''d ever called home, Harry Maxwell knew he''d have to practice a little deception. So the wounded lieutenant changed his name a little. Altered a few facts. All for a good cause—get in, get the truth, get out. Until he met the Brambleberry House heir presumptive. Anna Galvez was captivating in ways he hadn''t even known existed. Still, after spending time with her, he wanted the house more than ever. But only if she was in it….

To snag a coveted promotion, financial whiz Anna Wilder had to close one last important deal: the takeover of her hometown hospital, Walnut River General. Black Sheep Anna had never felt like she''d fit into the respected Wilder clan, and now her job was making the proposed merger personal—especially when she met her opponent in the boardroom! Richard Green was the savvy attorney—and ex-love—determined to foil her plans. After one unbelievable kiss years ago, Anna had run far away from her home, her insecurities and the man who made her pulse quicken. But perhaps her return was a second chance in disguise. Could Richard convince Anna that this merger was bad business…and take over her heart instead?

Insta-Mom When a car accident robs businesswoman Kyra Tierney of her best friend, she finds herself the proud—or rather, bewildered—mom of a newborn. She can hardly accept help from builder Dylan Jones, even though both she and the baby find him irresistible! ?er-Dedicated Mom Christa Sullivan has been devoting herself to nursing her recently injured teenage daughter back to health and life. But when her daughter responds well to former rodeo cowboy Jace McCandless, how can she push him away…even if he has lost his way? And a mom who''s getting…hitched? For Leila Foster, most guys aren''t good enough— including too-hot detective Mark Duncan. And when her mother announces that she''s getting remarried, Leila is utterly horrified. Now Leila''s mom has a new lesson to teach her daughter about taking a risk on love…and it could be the hardest yet!

The iceman cometh.— Hotel mogul Eben Spencer had learned long ago to keep his eye on the ball and his emotions under wraps. And where had this philosophy got him so far? In business, to the pinnacle of success. And in his personal life, it had brought him one beloved, if unhappy, little girl, and one shattered marriage. And he was not about to embark on another one anytime soon.—But then he met Sage Benedetto. The bewitching nature girl was everything Eben was not—warm, emotional, open—and everything he''d never dreamed he''d want. But lately he was having very different dreams.—

While honeymooning solo might be unconventional, ex-bride-to-be Olivia Lambert couldn''t see wasting a fabulous trip to Costa Rica just because her former fiancé turned out to be pond scum. Imagine her surprise when a handsome stranger appeared in the jungle…silver machete in his hand and fiendish gleam in his eye…. Well, maybe not so fiendish. Because Ren Galvez was actually one of the good guys. And he was trying to save Olivia—the curvy blonde in the skimpy bikini—from a near-certain death at the hands of one of the bad guys. But who was going to save Ren from her?

For all their obvious differences, medical resident Kate Spencer and recently freed-though-wrongly-imprisoned Hunter Bradshaw had one big thing in common: both of them had holes in their past they were sure could never be fixed. So when Kate, n?e Charlotte McKinnon, announced her plan to take a road trip to try to find clues to her real identity, ex-cop Hunter offered to go along for the ride. For protection, of course...But there''s where their trip took an unexpected turn. For Kate, who''d loved Hunter from afar for years, found no answers, only more questions. And Hunter, with Kate by his side, saw that even though yesterday might be murky, today was dawning clear and bright... -- back cover.

The Valentine Two-Step by RaeAnne Thayne released on Jan 25, 2002 is available now for purchase.