Книги автора: Patricia Thayer

WAITING…TO FALL IN LOVEStepping onto her estranged father’s Colorado ranch, Brooke Harper hoped to find the missing piece of the puzzle that’s left a hole in her heart – her long lost sister. But the Lucky Bar L is deserted…except for the tall and rugged cowboy, Trent Landry, who is taking care of the place while the owners are away. She’s determined to wait until the family she’s never met returns home…And Trent will keep an eye on the mysterious Brooke until he finds out if she is telling the truth about finding her sister. Spending time alone with her, watching her take to ranch life as if she’s a natural, he realizes she is definitely not a threat—except maybe to his heart.

When Princess Anastasia's private jet crashed, she couldn't recall her royal roots. Her handsome rescuer, former FBI agent Jake Sanderstone, took the beautiful lone survivor to his humble home. And while Jake struggled to untangle a web of clues, the only thing the pair discovered was an undeniable attraction burning between them….As they were trapped by stormy weather, desire raged, though Jake fought off his longing to ravish the anonymous beauty. But as Princess Anastasia's memory slowly returned, would their newfound love become something of the past–or be something so powerful that it could supersede the demands of duty and country…?

When cowboy Jeff Gentry tips his stetson, you’ll lose your heart! Rancher Lacey Guthrie must auction her livestock to keep a roof over her little family’s heads. The man bidding on her prized horses looks up and she’s left reeling! Jeff’s come back from the army in the same way he left – silently, broodingly, and bringing a whole heap of storming emotions.He says he wants to help her. . . But he believes he can’t love her, that he’s beyond redemption. How will Lacey show Jeff he’s a genuine hero?

Brooding ex-soldier Grady Fletcher plans to keep his mind occupied. Single mum Gina Williams is usually wary around men, but she knows that beneath Grady’s gruff exterior lies a trustworthy man. So when Gina’s son goes missing he’s the only person she’ll trust – a man whose survival instinct is as strong as his heart…

Cole Parrish arrived at the Bar H ranch to work. That was all. Not to settle down, and certainly not to be tempted by the stunning redhead running the ranch all by herself.Now a little baby has arrived on the doorstep–and Rachel has gone from auntie to mother overnight. She needs all the help she can get…but Cole can't stay. He never promised anything.Yet Rachel's heart is stolen by the sight of the brooding rancher cradling the tiny infant, and she has to ask herself–if he's so set on leaving, why is Cole still here?

New York tycoon Holt Rawlins has ditched his suits, worn in his cowboy boots and pulled his Stetson down low. He's back home to find the truth, not to make friends!That is until beautiful Leah Keenan bursts into his life. She brings with her a small boy who needs their help. And Holt becomes both father and protector. Leah knows that the family they've created isn't real, and soon she'll have to return to her old life. But to leave will break her heart. Will the rugged rancher persuade her to stay?

With his boss’s words, “Work hard and hands off my daughters”, etched into his memory, Vance Rivers knew from the very beginning that Ana Slater was strictly off limits!But now, with Ana back on the ranch and in need of his help, the rules are set to change!

Randell men are hard to resist: hired to protect and serve, Detective Brandon Randell wears his hat low and his badge polished.Randell men love for a lifetime: after Brandon rescues nurse Nora Donnelly, her natural beauty awakens his senses. And her little son brings out all his protective instincts. Running from her past, Nora has bumped into her future. All six-foot gorgeous sheriff of him!Except she’ll have to run again soon. . . …but Randell men never give up!

Driving through the Lazy S Ranch after ten years away, the first person Josie Slater sees is the gorgeous-as-ever Garrett Temple! The memory of her first love and her first broken heart come flooding back. She doesn’t have time for old attractions as the Lazy S needs her help!But when a snowstorm blows in, Josie and Garrett are left stranded together.With nowhere to run, the feeling that they still belong together is undeniable…

DADDY BY CHRISTMASJarrett McKane has never had any festive cheer, but when pregnant Mia needs help he won’t turn his back on her. Before Mia, Christmases were spent alone. Now this previously ruthless tycoon may just have found a fairytale ending for all his Christmases to come!CHRISTMAS MAGIC ON THE MOUNTAINWhen Sean Hughes meets Zoe Flynn on Mount Hood he recognises a free spirit – much like himself! And as they spend the Christmas holidays together Sean soon wishes there was more than just chemistry between them. But Zoe has a secret…and he has until the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve to discover it!These two heartwarming tales capture the magic – and the romance – of Christmas!

DOORSTEP TWINS Rebecca WintersStrangers Gabi Turner and powerful Greek CEO Andreas Simonides are thrown together on the beautiful Greek island of Milos to care for their baby twin nephews. They start to feel like a family – but what will happen when the twins’ real father arrives?THE COWBOY’S ADOPTED DAUGHTER Patricia ThayerHired to run a quilting course at the A Bar A ranch, Allie is appalled when a brooding cowboy accuses her of trespassing. She wants nothing to do with arrogant Alex Casali. Until her little daughter utters her first words in months to him. And then she discovers his Bella Rosa story…

The Lonesome RancherSloan avoids the limelight that comes with belonging to the Merrick political dynasty. After his ex’s betrayal, he’s happy alone on his ranch. So he’s furious to find himself attracted to his mother’s new nurse Jade! But her real reason for coming to town spells scandal for the Merrick family – and her secret could break Sloan’s heart…Finding Happily-Ever-AfterPI Jewel doesn’t believe in fairytale romance. What she does believe in are low-risk flings and ignoring her mother’s constant matchmaking attempts. But her newest clients – sexy professor Christopher and his tiny grieving nephew – might give Jewel the lesson in love she so badly needs!

Little Cowgirl Needs a Mum When a tiny girl peers nervously round the door of her quilt shop Jenny’s heart melts. Gracie needs help finishing the quilt her mother started before she passed away. But her father, gruff rancher Evan, is reluctant to let Jenny into his world. Even if she can offer him a second chance at love. Once Upon a Proposal It was only a kiss, meant to get rid of an unwanted suitor. Now Gabriel’s asking Bobbie to pretend to be his fiancée so he can gain custody of his kids. Bobbie wouldn’t even have to fake her attraction to the incredibly sexy tycoon. But that’s just the problem!

Tall, Dark, Texas Ranger Noah Cooper is in Kerry Springs to do a job and as a Texas Ranger he can’t afford distraction. A pity, then, that at the centre of the mystery is irresistible single mum Lilly Perry… He loves her kids and can’t stop thinking about kissing her – but with all the secrets between them, can he convince her this Texas Ranger is ready for forever?Once Upon a Christmas EveMother-to-be Tommi Fairchild needs to take care of her baby and her bistro. So when Max Callahan offers to invest in her restaurant, it’s the answer to her Christmas prayer. Six feet of commanding masculinity – will the buttoned-down businessman break down the walls around his heart and make this a real fairytale Christmas for Tommi?

THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME…Single dad Kase Rawlins wants to give his little girl, Addy, a fresh start in life by moving back to the family ranch. The only downside to that plan is seeing his neighbor Laurel Quinn every day—his first love and the woman he walked away from.After being jilted at the altar, Laurel decided to focus her attention on training and breeding her quarter horses. But being around Kase, she’s finding her heart is being stolen once again, and not just by the rugged rancher. Because it seems Addy’s mission is to make Laurel her new mommy!

Safe in his ArmsShelby Townsend and her orphaned five-year-old nephew have escaped to Hidden Springs, Colorado, leaving plenty of pain behind. New job, new home—a new start is just what they both need. Until a very delicious complication walks into her life: Sheriff Cullen Brannigan.Cullen assumes he'll miss the hustle and bustle of his big-city life when he's forced to take a break from his job with the Denver police force and he's surprised how much two complete strangers make him want to stay around. Behind Shelby's protective shell is a vulnerability that inspires a promise in him—to keep Shelby and her nephew safe at any cost.

A NEW ARRIVAL ON THE RANCH…Champion bull rider Austin Branningan has returned home to the family ranch to recover from his injury. Only his world is turned on its head when he finds out he has a three-month-old daughter who has no one in the world but him.As a father, Austin is totally out of his depth. But his physical therapist, the beautiful and determined Erin Carlton, is stepping into the role of temporary mom very quickly. It may not be in her job description, and it may mean putting hopes of her own family on hold. What about Austin’s dreams, which mean being out on the circuit? Will baby Lilly help Austin and Erin create a new dream of family?

HIS BABY'S MOTHERJake Hawkins had returned to town to face his past–and had come face-to-face with a nine-month-old daughter he'd never known about. Now he wanted the best for Daddy's little darling. And that meant his baby girl needed a full-time father…and mother.HER BABY'S FATHERAli Pierce had always loved Jake, but as the mother of his child, she was afraid to trust Jake's love for her. After all, they'd spent only one night together–one unforgettable night. So how could Ali trust Jake's proposal?