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Between her dedicated nursing at Mercy Hospital and plans to be a missionary in India, Ketura Lindsey had no time to think about marriage.But to follow God's plan, she had to acknowledge that love was part of His higher purpose for her life. Yet did He really intend her to find wedded bliss with her high school nemesis, Jared Pierce? Jared, the star of the baseball team, had hurt tall, gangly Ket with his teasing.Now an intern at Mercy, he was a constant presence in her heart and mind. But would Jared, who dated beauty queens, ever notice – let alone propose to – a plain Jane?

The Hunk Under Her Christmas Tree Single mom Krista Wilson could hardly believe that the man she'd loved years ago was standing before her, asking for help. Though Krista had sworn off men long ago, she couldn't resist agreeing to Will's request – with a few stipulations: No midnight kisses under the mistletoe.No slinky gifts that would add temptation to their strictly business relationship. No mention of the stormy past they shared. And no promises to her son Will didn't intend to keep. Because little Tommy had decided that Will was the dad he'd asked Santa for. And Krista didn't have the heart to deny it… .

Okay, life has been tough recently. Dr. Amanda Jacobs is finally ready to admit that–and do something about it. Stateside again, she's focused on reestablishing her medical career. Sure, it's not the stop-your-heart stress of working in war-torn countries. But right now she needs a little less stress.And that means she doesn't need the distraction of Simon Hart. The way Amanda sees it, their on-again-off-again relationship can stay off. Even though he's more charming than ever, is there too much between them to get over? Still, a part of her wonders if this is their chance to be together…forever.

In name only…"You're the woman who stood at the altar with my cousin not more than a few hours ago, vowing to forsake all others. You didn't manage to keep it up very long, did you?" Leo Ratcliffe had kissed his cousin's new bride and discovered that whatever reasons Maddy had for marrying, love didn't enter into it.Even on her wedding day she had wanted another man – Leo! But he hadn't given Maddy a chance to reveal the truth – that she was marrying his cousin only to forget Leo's own impending marriage… .Now Maddy was widowed and Leo was still single. But instead of the love affair she had dreamed about, all he was offering was a marriage of convenience: sexual satisfaction and heartbreak guaranteed! Another red-hot romance from this popular author!

A Time to HealCoast Guard officer Sawyer Trask left Cape Cod with a big regret–never confessing his true feelings to his childhood friend Ava. Now a widow with two young children, Ava needs him more than ever. He once promised to watch over her and the kids, and he's going to honor that–even though he harbors a secret that could tear them apart. Ava could always count on Sawyer through thick and thin, so having him nearby is a huge comfort. But his presence is also stirring her heart in unexpected ways. Can Sawyer and Ava move beyond their past hurts to find their happily ever after?

It started with a kiss…Bel was planning to marry Roderick, but then Andrew Storm, a complete stranger, turned her life upside down. Andrew skillfully and masterfully seduced Bel in ways she'd only imagined in her dreams. He was a first-class male with a talent for seduction.Slowly Bel found herself drawn into his web until there was no other way out: she had to leave Roderick and marry Andrew. But little did Bel know that Andrew had a secret agenda of his own – and his plans included Bel!

A temporary mistress? To Zoe, Bryant Sinclair was a dream come true – an almost perfect Mr. Right with an instant family to boot! There was just one problem – whatever it was that was going on between them, he meant it to be a temporary arrangement.Deserted by one woman, Bryant had no desire to let another get close. He would kiss Zoe, make love to her even, but then, despite the fire and spice their relationship promised, he seemed quite prepared to let her go… .

It was a question Catherine Wilson had asked herself–when would she stop worrying about her son and start focusing on life?The truth was she was scared her son would relapse scared she had forgotten how to live scared the emotions one particular man brought to life would lead to heartbreak. Catherine wanted to be brave.And accepting Nathan Conners into her family's life was one of the toughest decisions she had to make. Because if she wasn't careful, Nathan would not only make Catherine believe in herself again…but also in love….

FROM THE DESK OF EMILY WINTERSBachelor #3: Lord Breton Hamilton Title: Senior VP of Overseas Operations This month's scheme: Turn his pretend engagement into a real «I do»I can't believe my luck! Not only is gorgeous Brett Hamilton secretly a British lord, but also he's asked pretty paralegal Sunny Robins to be his fiancée! Okay, it's all for show–she gets a temporary place to stay, he convinces his parents he's found true love and avoids the arranged marriage they're plotting for him. But will this mismatched couple of convenience get what they really need when the romantic charade is over: a real, everlasting love? I'm keeping my fingers crossed!

Never let anyone get too close were the words single father Tyler Breckinridge chose to live by. And except for occasional bouts of loneliness, he did just fine…until his three little girls led him to lovely bookstore owner Brooke Carmichael.She was a woman whose sweet temptations made him forget his best-laid plans. And Tyler longed to woo Brooke with kisses that left her hungering for his touch. But he knew their future was one he could never claim, for he had secrets he kept under lock and key. Still, he would do almost anything to find a home in her arms…

Dangerous in the DarkComfortable was the way Laura described how she felt about her engagement to Patrick. After all, with a thriving career in public relations and two children, the kind of breathless passion she craved was simply impractical. Until Josh Kern's powerful kiss shattered her composure and planted doubts she didn't want or need.Not that her attraction to Josh made any sense – he was domineering, arrogant, much too sure of himself. But could any of those things, including the wildness of her own response to him, really prevent her from falling in love?