Defending The Duchess

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Rachelle McCalla plays with words like some kids play with fire. When she’s not writing, she can be found digging deep research holes, setting up ideas like lightning rods to catch the next big bolt to shoot from the sky. Please use caution when picking up her books, as some may emit dangerous sparks.

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When Elise McAlister's hang glider is shot down, she survives the fall to find her troubles have followed her to the ground. There's a gunman chasing her and, worst of all, he runs her right into Henry \"Cutch\" McCutcheon's arms. With the generations–old feud between their families, depending on any McCutcheon is difficult. And depending on Cutch, the man who loved her but left her, seems disastrous. But Cutch won't lose this chance to win Elise back––and keep her safe. Together, they take to the skies again to find the source of the deadly secret, little knowing someone's already setting them up for a fall....

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Risky maneuvers are no novelty for stunt pilot Ginny McCutcheon… until danger follows her to the ground. Someone's targeting Ginny– and former air force pilot Ben McAlister won't rest until he ï ¬  nds the culprit. He'll stay glued to Ginny's side until she's safe, whether the stubborn beauty accepts him there or not.

Ginny tries to resent Ben's protectiveness–and instead finds herself falling for the man whose fierce determination so perfectly matches hers. But trusting Ben means going home, something she can't bear to do. Until someone gets very close to grounding her–and Ben–forever.

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When insurgents attack the king's motorcade, scattering the royal family, bodyguard Levi Granaldo has one goal–to protect the princess. Even though he knows Princess Isabelle distrusts him. On the run together, they flee to New York, to the shelter of a sanctuary established by Levi's father. But their safety can't last. After a surprise attack divides the pair, Isabelle is forced to face some hard truths. The danger she's in is getting deadlier by the day…and she'll never be able to face it without Levi by her side.","rating":"4.09","stock":0,"date":{"__className":"DateTime","date":"2014-05-09 00:00:00.000000","timezone_type":3,"timezone":"Australia/Sydney"},"sale_date":{"__className":"DateTime","date":"2014-05-09 00:00:00.000000","timezone_type":3,"timezone":"Australia/Sydney"},"product_id":15841,"isbn13":"9781488749117","title":"Princess In Peril","seo":"princess-in-peril","summary":"...","image":"https://harpercollins-millsandboon-au.imgix.net/covers/9781488749117.jpg?auto=format&w=298&blend=https://supadu-imgix.s3.amazonaws.com/harpercollins-millsandboon-au/EBOOK.png&blend-mode=normal&blend-size=inherit&blend-y=0","hide":false,"categories":[{"name":"Christian / Suspense","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC042060"},{"name":"Romantic Suspense","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC027110"}],"scheduled":[]},{"description":"
Riveting romantic suspense to set your heart racing! Heroic and courageous characters battle against danger and face challenges to their faith… and to their lives.

A PRINCE WITH NO MEMORY

Injured in an attack on the royal motorcade and missing his memories, Alec has one person he can trust. Lillian Bardici, the woman who rescued him. Lily has a soft heart for any hurt creature, but her family has a bitter grudge against Lydia's ruling family—Alec's family.

For once his memory returns, Alec knows the truth. He is Prince Alexander, and his family is in danger. All he wants is to find and help them…but now that Alec's found his purpose, will he lose Lily who's under orders by her family to betray him?

Reclaiming the Crown: Born to rule with faith, honor…and love

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A series of explosions took out the royal motorcade and threw the country of Lydia into chaos.

Princess Anastasia missed her limo, and doesn't know what has become of the rest of her family. Whisked away from her native country for her protection, Stasi is dismayed that her life is now in shambles. But at least she's not alone. Kirk Covington pledges to keep her safe.

He's a royal guard...and the man she's spent years blaming for her brother's disappearance. Now she'll have to trust him with her life—and her heart—in order to regain the throne.

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ROYALTY IN EXILE

Six years ago, Crown Prince Thaddeus abandoned his new bride and went into hiding. His motive was to protect his country and his family from a ruthless tyrant. But when his estranged wife tracks him down, Thaddeus knows it's time to make a stand. Restore the royal line. And reclaim the crown. Yet just as he learns about the family's new addition—his and Monica's son—little Peter becomes a target.

In a deadly game of power, Thaddeus must choose between the country and heritage he's been raised to defend…and the woman he never could forget.

Reclaiming the Crown: Born to rule with faith, honor…and love

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It's been ten years since Victoria Evans left Owen Fitzgerald and Fitzgerald Bay behind. Now she's returned, looking for a safe place for herself and her nine–year–old daughter. A daughter who bears a striking resemblance to Owen. Why would Victoria keep their child a secret? Owen wants answers, but has to focus on the murder that's rocked Fitzgerald Bay. And when Victoria is threatened, he's determined to solve the case–and keep mother and child safe.

Because Owen won't lose them all over again.

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Her Royal Deception

When Evelyn tended Prince Luke of Lydia's battle wounds, she had no idea whose life she was saving. Yet now the handsome warrior is determined to rescue her from King Garren's fortress. Evelyn may be Garren's granddaughter and a princess by right, but the vindictive king has forced her to pay off her father's debts as a servant. A shared faith deepens her bond with Luke, but revealing her true identity could tear them apart and bring war to two kingdoms. Only courage and trust will help them forge a royal union where two hearts reign as one..","rating":"3.95","stock":0,"date":{"__className":"DateTime","date":"2013-10-01 00:00:00.000000","timezone_type":3,"timezone":"Australia/Sydney"},"sale_date":{"__className":"DateTime","date":"2013-10-01 00:00:00.000000","timezone_type":3,"timezone":"Australia/Sydney"},"product_id":4656,"isbn13":"9781743645635","title":"The Secret Princess","seo":"the-secret-princess","summary":"...","image":"https://harpercollins-millsandboon-au.imgix.net/covers/9781743645635.jpg?auto=format&w=298&blend=https://supadu-imgix.s3.amazonaws.com/harpercollins-millsandboon-au/EBOOK.png&blend-mode=normal&blend-size=inherit&blend-y=0","hide":false,"categories":[{"name":"Historical","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC027050"},{"name":"Christian / Historical","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC042030"}],"scheduled":[]},{"description":"
After rescuing jewellery designer Ruby Tate from an attacker, Lydian royal guard Galen Harris suspects the crime wasn't a random incident. Jewellery thieves have set their sights on Lydia's royal family, and they won't let anyone stand in their way–including Ruby, who's in town to help the princess with her wedding jewels. The closer Ruby and Galen get to uncovering the mystery, the harder it is to deny their feelings. But with a deadly gang of criminals after them, will they live to see their own happily ever after?","rating":"4.13","stock":0,"date":{"__className":"DateTime","date":"2013-07-01 00:00:00.000000","timezone_type":3,"timezone":"Australia/Sydney"},"sale_date":{"__className":"DateTime","date":"2013-07-01 00:00:00.000000","timezone_type":3,"timezone":"Australia/Sydney"},"product_id":4376,"isbn13":"9781743642238","title":"Royal Heist","seo":"royal-heist","summary":"...","image":"https://harpercollins-millsandboon-au.imgix.net/covers/9781743642238.jpg?auto=format&w=298&blend=https://supadu-imgix.s3.amazonaws.com/harpercollins-millsandboon-au/EBOOK.png&blend-mode=normal&blend-size=inherit&blend-y=0","hide":false,"categories":[{"name":"Christian / Suspense","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC042060"},{"name":"Romantic Suspense","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC027110"}],"scheduled":[]},{"description":"

Separated twin sisters are reunited at Christmas in these two connected novellas.

One Silent Night

Framed for murder and on the run from her kidnappers, Vanessa Jackson secretly hides her infant son in a safe place and flees for a wooded cabin. There she finds her childhood friend Eric Tomlin—a man she must trust with her life...and her family's future.

The Danger in the Manger

Alyssa Jackson is shocked to find a baby in her Christmas manger. But the message on the infant's T-shirt tells Alyssa the child must be her nephew. Alyssa believes her twin sister, presumed dead for years, is still alive. With the help of handsome police officer Chris Jensen, Alyssa goes on a dangerous search for the truth to reunite her family for Christmas.

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Her royal bodyguard

In a tiny Mediterranean kingdom, Ava Wright has her dream job: planning royal weddings. When a killer targets Ava a week before the princess's ceremony, the captain of the royal guard vows to protect her and keep the royal family safe. Ava knows that Jason Selini–a man of stubborn integrity–doesn't think she belongs on palace grounds. But when they uncover why Ava is under attack, Jason shows himself to have the heart of a prince. Suddenly Ava hopes she'll survive long enough to plan her own wedding. 

Protecting the Crown: The royal family fights for love and country

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Despite her protests, Princess Gisela, headstrong daughter of the Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne, must enter into a diplomatic marriage. Yet en route to her wedding, her ship is attacked and she's gravely injured. Rescued by a renowned healer, King John of Lydia, Gisela recuperates at his Mediterranean castle. The handsome, widowed ruler soon has her reevaluating her beliefs on love and marriage?but only if King John could be her groom. Their love is forbidden, and duty requires him to deliver her to her betrothed. Unless they can find a way to join their hearts–and kingdoms–with love, faith and honour.","rating":"4.03","stock":0,"date":{"__className":"DateTime","date":"2012-12-01 00:00:00.000000","timezone_type":3,"timezone":"Australia/Sydney"},"sale_date":{"__className":"DateTime","date":"2012-12-01 00:00:00.000000","timezone_type":3,"timezone":"Australia/Sydney"},"product_id":755,"isbn13":"9781460888704","title":"A Royal Marriage","seo":"a-royal-marriage","summary":" Despite her protests, Princess Gisela, headstrong daughter of the Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne, must enter into a diplomatic marriage. Yet en route to her wedding, her ship is attacked and she's...","image":"https://harpercollins-millsandboon-au.imgix.net/covers/9781460888704.jpg?auto=format&w=298&blend=https://supadu-imgix.s3.amazonaws.com/harpercollins-millsandboon-au/EBOOK.png&blend-mode=normal&blend-size=inherit&blend-y=0","hide":false,"categories":[{"name":"Christian / Historical","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC042030"},{"name":"Romance / General","type":"bisac","seo_name":"FIC027000"}],"scheduled":[]},{"description":"


He'll keep her safe–at any cost

Protecting the royal family is Linus Murati's job. So when the queen's younger sister is attacked, the devoted Lydian royal guardsman goes into action and saves her life. But this was no random occurrence. Danger has followed Julia Miller across the Atlantic from Seattle. Now Linus has two missions: to keep the maddeningly independent future duchess in his sights at all times, and to catch the culprit who threatens the woman whose trust–and love–he desires above all others.

Protecting the Crown: The royal guardsmen serve their country with honor and integrity

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