Susan Mallery

It all began with a baseball...

From the moment it smashed through Adam Barrington's window, the banker's quiet life was never quite the same again. The guilty party, an adorable eight–year–old tomboy with a slightly erratic curveball, was soon turning his once–peaceful household upside down. But that shock was nothing compared to discovering who Billie's mother was...

Jane Southwick had known that coming back to her small South Carolina hometown wouldn't be easy, and that living next door to Adam again would be sweet torture. But the sweetest torture of all was the delightful bond growing between him and her daughter. It was pure joy to see them together–despite the guilty secret that clutched at her heart ....

“Susan Mallery never disappoints.” –#1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber

Cupcake baker Nancee Smith is stunned when search–and–rescue pilot Jesse “Shep” Sheppard strides into her kitchen. The last time she saw the Ghost of Heartbreaks Past was the night before he left her at the altar. He said he loved her, then didn't even say goodbye.

Now Shep claims he's done dashing away at the first sign of forever. The romance of Fool's Gold at Christmas tempts her to have faith–snow glistening on rooftops like great swirls of frosting, twinkle lights in every window–but this time around, she's the one with cold feet. If promises alone aren't enough to sway her, Shep will have to show her the love in his heart.

Duty–bound to protect pregnant amnesiac Angela Sheppard, Deputy Sheriff Shane McBride swore he'd never give his heart. Yet he hungered to call the attractive widow his own. Is it possible a wedding and a baby is due for Whitehorn's brooding man in blue?

Born In Whitehorn by Karen Rose Smith

Dr Jeremy Winters discovered he was a daddy when he delivered beautiful Leah Nighthawk's tiny twins. The hard–hearted doctor would never deny his babies a daddy this Christmas, but will he give Leah the gift of his love?

Christmas In Whitehorn by Susan Mallery

After years on New York's tough streets, the last thing detective Mark Kincaid wanted was some do–gooder disturbing his peace and quiet. His neighbour Darcy Montague is all sugar and spice, endearing herself with loaves of homemade bread. Is Darcy too good to be true, or just the woman to make his heart come alive?

All-pomp-no-play Princess Alexandra Wyndham got a royal wake-up call when a letter, alleging the rightful crown prince was alive, arrived at the palace, compelling her to travel to the ranch of the most majestic man she'd ever encountered...to find the brother she'd never known.

Cowboy Mitch Colton was tight-lipped when it came to the whereabouts of his elusive stepbrother — the suspected long-lost heir! — though he rather grudgingly opened his home to Alexandra. Then very passionately opened his arms and his heart. But would their romance survive their abiding differences...and the revelation of a royal baby on the way?

WANTED:

Single mom seeks billionaire's pocketbook to fund dying son's research cure. Will seduce if necessary. Blackmail is not out of the question. Miracles welcome.

Cynical billionaire seeks working mom with a heart of gold for PR campaign to improve his standing in the community. Must be willing to attend social events. Anyone looking for love need not apply.

It seemed like the perfect match…until the unthinkable happened.

Can a summer fling turn into love that lasts a lifetime?

Former underwear model turned entrepreneur Clay Stryker has loved, tragically lost, and vowed that he'll never risk his heart again. After making his fortune, the youngest of the rugged Stryker brothers returns to Fool's Gold, California to put down roots on a ranch of his own. But he's frustrated to discover that even in his hometown, people only see him for his world–famous… assets.

Firefighter Chantal (Charlie) Dixon grew up an ugly duckling beside her delicately beautiful mother, a feeling reinforced long ago by a man who left soul–deep scars. Now she has good friends, a solid job, and the itch to start a family –– yet she can't move toward the future while she's haunted by painful memories.

Clay finds an unexpected ally, and unexpected temptation, in tomboyish Charlie, the only person who sees beyond his dazzling good looks to the real man beneath. But when Charlie comes to him with an indecent proposal, will they be able to overcome their pasts and find a love that lasts beyond one incredible summer?

Back in high school, Liz Sutton was the girl from the wrong side of the tracks. Then she'd stolen the heart of the most popular boy in town, and their secret romance helped her through the worst of times. Until Ethan Hendrix betrayed her and everything they'd ever meant to each other. Devastated and pregnant, Liz left Fool's Gold, California–forever, she thought….

Now Liz must return to town and face the man who doesn't know of their son's existence. And this time she won't have the option of making a quick getaway. Ethan and Liz can't deny their passionate attraction, even after all these years. But will their desire be enough to spark a second chance at love?

A Fool's Gold series novella

Ever since she was young, Paige McLean has longed to see the world. Still, she never imagined the world would land on her doorstep in the form of a charming British surgeon who needs a place to stay when his plans fall through.

After a devastating loss, Alistair Woodbury has vowed to live his life alone. But in all his travels, he hasn't encountered a town as welcoming as Fool's Gold, nor a woman as caring–or as beautiful–as Paige. Her compassion warms him almost as much as their stolen kisses.

When it's Alistair's time to leave, will his brief visit turn into a lifetime stay?

Beth And The Bachelor – Susan Mallery

Single mum Beth Davis's fairytale days are over…or so she thinks until she suddenly finds herself on a date with millionaire bachelor Todd Graham. He's smart, sexy and very eligible – everything a woman could want in a man. But Beth's a suburban mum, and approaching forty…she's not sure if she's Cinderella material.

Todd was supposed to be raising money for charity, not auctioning off his heart, but Beth's smile captures the Texas tycoon's attention, and suddenly life as a bachelor seems less exciting than it used to. Can these unlikely lovers find their courage – and the fairytale ending they deserve?

Her Bachelor Challenge – Cathy Gillen Thacker

Bridgett Owens's gigantic diamond winked at Chase Deveraux like a coy madam at an old–time bordello. The fun–loving playboy of Charleston, South Carolina, wasn't supposed to go gaga over the grown–up daughter of the family housekeeper. Except welling up in the bachelor's brain were protective, intimate feelings that he just couldn't – and didn't want to – discount. But can a man who's definitely not the marrying kind turn into a committed groom–to–be…especially when nothing but bad luck has burnished his romantic record?

The Bachelor Next Door – Katherine Garbera

Cass Gambrel groaned at the memory of Rafe Santini coming to the rescue. The infuriating man had freed her with a gleam in his eyes that said, 'I'm interested…but not in commitment'. Well, Cass sure didn't need a man like that!

Rafe knew women just weren't happy until every man in town was wearing a wedding ring! But he had no intention of getting caught in that trap. Still, something about Cass had this bachelor losing sleep and wondering if it was time to end his wandering ways…

New York Times bestselling sensation Susan Mallery returns to Fool's Gold, California, where it's true that sometimes you have to kiss a few frogs….

Former pro–football kicker Sam Ridge has notoriously bad luck with women – from cheaters to fame chasers. Still, the gorgeous brunette at the bar in Fool's Gold looks harmless – until she takes him home and he discovers a room devoted to securing a man, for life.

Dellina Hopkins never guessed that storing gowns from a friend's bridal boutique would chase away her first and only fling. After her parents died, she skipped her “wild youth” to raise her sisters. She doesn't want forever from Sam, but one night–all night–would've been nice.

His clean getaway gets messy when his firm hires Dellina to plan an event. As long hours lead to late nights, the two succumb to temptation again. Has Sam's luck finally changed? Or this time, will Dellina be the one to run?