Patricia McLinn

She’s come home to save her ranch. He’s stayed put with hopes for a second chance. Can a sham wedding lead to the real thing? Matty Brennan would do anything to save her family’s Wyoming ranch. Even if it means marrying the handsome cowboy who broke her heart six years ago. But when she asks for his hand in temporary matrimony, she never expected her old feelings to rush back in. Dave Currick has loved Matty as long as he can remember. To him that means protecting her, especially from herself. Certain she’ll get cold feet before the I-dos, he accepts her off-the-wall marriage proposal, because then she’ll have to spend time with him. That doesn’t mean he won’t negotiate a few items in this crazy engagement. But as their wedding day approaches, Dave is shocked when Matty doesn't back down. And keeping up the charade in front of their unsuspecting family and friends can't help but rekindle their chemistry. When Dave and Matty's secret slips out, can their fake marriage bloom into real love? Almost a Bride is a standalone novel in the Wyoming Wildflowers contemporary romance series. If you like sizzling chemistry, clever conspiracies and rugged cowboys, then you’ll love Patricia McLinn’s story of finding your way home. Buy Almost a Bride to saddle up for a second-chance love story today! ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Praise for Almost a Bride: "If you love to laugh; love to cry; or love to laugh and cry at the same time, then you'll definitely want to read Almost a Bride." - 5-Star review "Smart, stubborn and irresistible" - 5-star review "A 'don't miss' treat." - Rendezvous "Sweep(s) you away." ... "Clever and humorous" - 5-star reviews Get all the blooms in the Wyoming Wildflowers series Prequel — Wyoming Wildflowers: The Beginning (Snowberry) * Almost a Bride (Indian Paintbrush) * Match Made in Wyoming (Fireweed) * My Heart Remembers (Bur Marigold) -- A New World (prequel to Jack’s Heart) Jack’s Heart (Yellow Monkeyflower) -- Rodeo Nights (prequel to Where Love Lives) Where Love Lives (Threadleaf Phacelia) A Cowboy Wedding Making Christmas (Pasque Flower) -- new! Box Sets * Wyoming Wildflowers Trilogy Boxed Set (Books 2-4) Wyoming Wildflowers Box Set Two: Jack's Heart and A New World Wyoming Wildflowers Box Set Three: Where Love Lives and Rodeo Nights Clear your calendar to start binge-reading Patricia's Wyoming Wildflowers: The Complete Collection today! "Nothing short of heart consuming and thrilling. I've loved every one and feel like I know the people personally. I can't wait for the next installment." If you especially enjoy western romances, also try these other books by Patricia: A Place Called Home series Lost and Found Groom At the Heart's Command Hidden in a Heartbeat Bardville, Wyoming series A Stranger in the Family A Stranger to Love The Rancher Meets His Match Historical Western Romance Widow Woman Courting a Cowboy Romantic Suspense Ride the River: Rodeo Knights (includes cameos from Wyoming Wildflowers characters) And if you like small-town romance east of the Mississippi, consider: Marry Me series Wedding of the Century The Unexpected Wedding Guest A Most Unlikely Wedding Baby Blues and Wedding Bells Seasons in a Small Town series What Are Friends For? (Spring) The Right Brother (Summer) Falling for Her (Autumn) Warm Front (Winter)

Almost a Bride

Divorce a husband, disrupt a career ... grapple with a murder. LARGE PRINT EDITION TV journalist Elizabeth "E.M." Danniher will tell you she committed two sins - she didn't stay young, and she made an enemy of a powerful news executive - her ex. She used to break national news. Now her top story as the Helping Out! reporter at dinky KWMT-TV in Sherman, Wyoming is getting a refund for a defective toaster. Tough, funny and determined, Elizabeth wrestles with isolation, keeping a professional edge, and an evolving self-image. Is Wyoming - the land of cattle, cowboys and tumbleweeds - her new home or a road to permanent obscurity? Soon she's in a battle of wills with ex-football player turned journalist Mike Paycik, who sees her as a handy rung on his career ladder. And there's the matter of a deputy sheriff-missing or murdered? Elizabeth finds herself investigating at the insistence of a girl who's set on proving her father's innocence. Not that enigmatic rancher Tom Burrell makes investigating easy. But Elizabeth won't fade to black without a fight, no matter how final some might want to make her Sign Off. Don't miss any of Caught Dead in Wyoming mysteries! Sign Off Left Hanging Shoot First Last Ditch Look Live Back Story Cold Open Hot Roll Reaction Shot Body Brace What people are saying about SIGN OFF "While the mystery itself is twisty-turny and thoroughly engaging, it's the smart and witty writing that I loved the best." - Diane Chamberlain, New York Times bestseller "This is one of those books that you want to stop everything to read while hoping it never ends." "Sign Off is a brisk, enthralling page-turner" - P.B. Ryan, bestselling author "Colorful characters, intriguing, intelligent mystery, plus the state of Wyoming leaping off every page." - Emilie Richards, USA Today bestselling author "That was fun!" "Be prepared for lots of twist and turns." "I read it in one sitting. I hadn't planned it that way, but just couldn't stop." "The characters were a mix of funny, sad, and quirky and were totally believable. There was just enough humor to lighten the story, but not to disrespect the seriousness of crime."

Large Print (Caught Dead In Wyoming, Book 1)

Sign Off

Far Hills Ranch has bound together the Susland family for nearly a century and a half. For just as long, there’s been a legend that the ranch and its family are cursed. Now, says the legend, the current generation is the last with a chance to break the curse. A stranger rescues her, then disappears when she needs him most... Until he knocks on her door, years later and half a world away... On assignment in distant Santa Estella, hardheaded journalist Kendra Jenner finds herself in the middle of a vicious hurricane . . . and unexpectedly in the arms of a stranger who speaks virtually no English. Fear leads to passion that months later leads to a baby, which Kendra fully expects to raise on her own, since her search for the father is a fruitless one. Three years later, "Paulo" shows up at her Wyoming home, speaking perfect English and identifying himself as Daniel Delligati. He says he's come for his son -- and for her. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Lost and Found Groom by USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn begins the A Place Called Home contemporary western romance series. It delivers an emotional, compelling adventure with international intrigue, at the same time the first element of the curse tests the strength and heart of the family that calls Far Hills Ranch home. "...bursting with wonderful Patricia McLinn romantic touches -- powerful characters, strong interplay and fiery moments." -- Romantic Times ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Read all of the A Place Called Home series! Lost and Found Groom At the Heart’s Command Hidden in a Heartbeat ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Reader Reviews for Patricia McLinn’s A Place Called Home stories: “Great romance. Page turner.” “Very intense in places, both with love and adventure.” “So different from other romance novels…amazing.” “Liked the twists and turns.” “I couldn't put it down. I bought the second book, At the Heart's Command. As soon as I finish it, I will buy Hidden in a Heartbeat.” “This was very good. READ, READ!!! “If you love emotional stories with complex characters, especially strong heroines and heart-stopping heroes, don't miss this!” “A book you will read more than once.” “Just the right balance of romance, action and mystery.” “As always with Patricia McLinn's books, this is well written and heartfelt .. . her books never disappoint.” ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Want to know more about the recent lives and loves of the family and friends of Far Hills Ranch? Grif and Ellyn harbor an Army veteran and Wyoming rancher who's in a royal predicament in The Forgotten Prince, Book 7 of Patricia McLinn's The Wedding Series.

Lost and Found Groom

A Princess for a Few Weeks … The coming Christmas season isn’t looking great for April Gareaux. Her job is uninspiring, her engagement is off, and she has nowhere to live. Certainly her family would take her in, especially Leslie and Grady Roberts and their friends who have become her extended family. But it’s time she stops relying on them. Then comes an extraordinary offer – spend the holidays in Washington, D.C., with King Jozef of Bariavak as his possible long-lost granddaughter. Even more extraordinary is the man behind the offer and the one who will be beside her through the coming weeks, Hunter Pierce. This is the last assignment Hunter would pick. Determination and grit have moved him beyond his past in Bariavak. Yet, here it is standing in front of him again, refusing to be ignored. … Just like his reactions to April. How can he fight what he’s feeling when they’re together all the time. King Jozef has known tragedy in his life. Now, comes this lovely young woman bringing joy to his holidays. How can he resist dabbling in some royal matchmaking? Wouldn’t it be delightful if he could give April a Christmas gift she will never forget … … Her Prince for a Lifetime The Christmas Princess, Book 5 of USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn's The Wedding Series, is a moving, passionate contemporary romantic comedy that will captivate fans of Bella Andre, Susan Mallery and Sarah Wilson. Praise for The Wedding Series: “A wonderful series that will make you laugh and cry. Each page is filled with love that will eventually come to the people who so need it. A must read!” – 5-star review "Perfect. The characters were multi-dimensional and played off each other in warm, thoughtful, loving ways. Each couple faced a different situation and overcame their obstacles together and with the insightful comments of their friends. ... Heart-warming." – 5-star review “Fun and serious all at the same time. ... Really enjoyed this series!” – 5-star review "Great love stories! … Must read all books in the series! … I laughed and cried! Must read.” – From 5-star reviews Get all the books in Patricia McLinn’s The Wedding Series today! Prelude to a Wedding* Wedding Party* Grady’s Wedding* The Runaway Bride The Christmas Princess Hoops (prequel to The Surprise Princess) The Surprise Princess Not a Family Man (prequel to The Forgotten Prince) The Forgotten Prince Box Sets *The Wedding Series Trilogy (Books 1-3) The Wedding Series Box Set Two: The Runaway Bride and The Christmas Princess The Wedding Series Box Set Three: Hoops (prequel) and The Surprise Princess The Wedding Series Box Set Four: Not a Family Man (prequel) and The Forgotten Prince If you like McLinn’s wedding romance stories, try her Marry Me series now! Wedding of the Century The Unexpected Wedding Guest A Most Unlikely Wedding Baby Blues and Wedding Bells

The Wedding Series, Book 5

The Christmas Princess

She’s a working-class bride. He’s a well-to-do groom. Their botched wedding is only the start of their storybook romance.Annette Trevetti felt like a modern-day Cinderella as she walked down the aisle towards her first love and the heir to a small fortune. But her wedding day bliss screeched to a halt when an extremely pregnant woman crashed the ceremony claiming her prince charming was the father. Devastated, Annette shakes the dust of her small town off her boots and starts a seven-year climb up the corporate ladder to claim her own fortune. But when her brother gets injured on the job, she has no choice but to return to her hometown and risk exposing the feelings she still has for the man who broke her heart.Single dad Steve Corbett’s biggest regret is tied up with his greatest joy. When Annette returns to town seven years after she left him at the altar, his love for her hasn't changed one bit. And if his match-making daughter and their one-of-a-kind elderly relative have it their way, they’d pick the romance up right where it left off. Working alongside Annette on her brother’s construction project, Steve senses the flicker of their old flame. But he knows it will take a lot of sweat and tears to rebuild the crumbling trust for a second chance at happily ever after.With years and heartache between them, can Annette and Steve learn to have faith in each other and rebuild a new future together?Wedding of the Century is a contemporary romance about second chances. If you like fiery chemistry, precocious children, quirky matchmakers and emotional journeys of the heart, then you’ll love USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn’s small-town romance.Buy Wedding of the Century to discover why love is better the second time around today!Praise for Wedding of the Century:”Once again author Patricia McLinn pens an evocative and powerfully told tale. The secondary cast also dazzles, especially Steve's precocious daughter. Fans will eagerly anticipate the sequel.” – C. Penn, Amazon review”McLinn shines in this story of a love that was meant to be.” – 5-star Amazon review“Highly recommended.” -- Amazon reviewPraise for the Marry Me series: “With her two latest books set in a perfectly realized and perfectly charming small town, McLinn has created two beautifully written, richly emotional love stories that are a joy to read.” – John Charles, American Library Association“Gifted Patricia McLinn has written another wonderful series filled with emotion and romance.” -- CataRomance ReviewsGet all the books in Patricia McLinn’s Marry Me series today!Book 1: Wedding of the CenturyBook 2: The Unexpected Wedding GuestBook 3: A Most Unlikely WeddingBook 4: Baby Blues and Wedding BellsAnd if you like Patricia’s small-town romance stories, try her Seasons in a Small Town series!Book 1 (Spring): What Are Friends For?Book 2 (Summer): The Right BrotherBook 3 (Autumn): Falling for HerBook 4 (Winter): Warm Front

Marry Me Series, #1

Wedding of the Century

Wildflowers have to be strong and resilient to bloom amid the rugged beauty of Wyoming – and so do the women. "Melt your heart romance" -- Old Book Barn Gazette When fire ravages Wyoming land, fireweed is among the first plants to return, brightening a blighted area with the joy of its blooms. Small-town lawyer Taylor Anne Larsen faces the challenge of doing the same for the pain-ravaged heart and disbelieving soul of cowboy Cal Ruskoff. Armed with the same grace and grit as the wildflower fireweed, Taylor also has allies - a matchmaking friend, a Wyoming blizzard, high-octane mutual attraction, being snowbound, and a rescue dog who slips past Cal's defenses. Cal might give in to passion temporarily, but from behind the wall he's built around his past and his secrets, he's certain Taylor is all that he can't let himself have. And he'll use all his weapons to keep her out. "These characters -- their dialogue, their fears, their complex personalities -- are very real. As a reader, I couldn't help fall under Cal's spell -- a good, troubled, mixed-up man who forces Taylor to confront some of her own demons, even as he refuses to face his own ... There's a lot of subtle -- and not so subtle -- humor here, the love scenes are at once tender and sizzling, and the emotions and fears of both characters wrap themselves around the reader's heart and don't let go." – 5* review Match Made in Wyoming delivers romance, humor, and emotional impact in the second book in the contemporary western romance collection Wyoming Wildflowers from award-winning and USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn. Pick all the blooms in the Wyoming Wildflowers series! Prequel – Wyoming Wildflowers: The Beginning (Snowberry) * Almost a Bride (Indian Paintbrush) * Match Made in Wyoming (Fireweed) * My Heart Remembers (Bur Marigold) -- A New World (prequel to Jack’s Heart) Jack’s Heart (Yellow Monkeyflower) -- Rodeo Nights (prequel to Where Love Lives) Where Love Lives (Threadleaf Phacelia) A Cowboy Wedding Making Christmas -- new! Box Sets *Wyoming Wildflowers Trilogy Boxed Set (Books 2-4) Wyoming Wildflowers Box Set Two: A New World (prequel) and Jack’s Heart Wyoming Wildflowers Box Set Three: Rodeo Nights (prequel) and Where Love Lives Reader reviews for Patricia McLinn’s Wyoming Wildflowers stories: "Page turner, cute, funny. Can't wait to get the next in line" "This is a great western story and would recommend you to read it. …I haven't found one of her books I don't like." “Each one was totally different, characters were unique and totally believable!! Enjoy!!! “Amazing and touching story.” "If you love to laugh; love to cry; or love to laugh and cry at the same time, then you'll definitely want to read Almost a Bride." "Smart, stubborn and irresistible." “So enjoyable I couldn’t put it down until I finished it.” “Excellent book! I read it straight in one whole day. Recommend it to anyone!” “Delightful!” ”Nothing short of heart consuming and thrilling. I've loved every one and feel like I know the people personally. I can't wait for the next installment.” If you enjoy contemporary western romances set amid the beauty of Wyoming, also try these books by Patricia: A Place Called Home series Lost and Found Groom At the Heart's Command Hidden in a Heartbeat Bardville, Wyoming series A Stranger in the Family A Stranger to Love The Rancher Meets His Match Historical Western Romances Widow Woman Courting a Cowboy Romantic Suspense Ride the River: Rodeo Knights (set partly in Knighton, Wyoming, and includes Wyoming Wildflowers cameos)

Match Made in Wyoming

Final resting place? Deck chair. Death on the Diversion is the start of a brand-new cozy mystery series from a USA Today bestselling author. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Sheila Mackey has a secret. To the world, she’s author of a blockbuster book. Her wily great-aunt, the actual author, orchestrated this mutually beneficial masquerade. Now the aunt’s retiring and Sheila must draft Act Two of her own life. This cruise is supposed to be the perfect time to do that. Crossing the Atlantic on the Diversion, Sheila finds a dead body on deck. She realizes she knows a whole lot more about the interactions of the victim and suspects than the ship’s officials do. She’s drawn into sleuthing, but finds herself hampered by a well-meaning but overprotective would-be Doctor Watson. This murder mystery with humor is the first book in a new series, Secret Sleuth. In later books, amateur sleuth Sheila returns to dry land in the Midwest, where mysteries abound in her new small-town home. If you like mysteries about the inner world of writers, set among the insular cruise ship community, where even the sleuth has secrets she’s hiding (and a dog to come in book two), then you’ll love award-winning Patricia McLinn’s newest whodunit with humor. Get on board to sail away with crime, clues and memorable characters. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ On the spectrum of McLinn's mystery novels, the Caught Dead in Wyoming cozy series is in the middle, Proof of Innocence is edgier (and has more romance), and Secret Sleuth is a bit less edgy. Secret Sleuth series Death on the Diversion Death on Torrid Avenue Look for more Secret Sleuth mysteries to come! Death on Beguiling Way Death on Covert Circle More cozy mystery from Patricia McLinn: Caught Dead in Wyoming Sign Off Left Hanging Shoot First Last Ditch Look Live Back Story Cold Open Hot Roll Reaction Shot "Colorful characters, intriguing, intelligent mystery, plus the state of Wyoming leaping off every page." -- Emilie Richards, USA Today bestselling author If you like mystery with romance and a bit of humor, try also: Proof of Innocence Price of Innocence Ride the River: Rodeo Knights (includes cameos from Caught Dead in Wyoming characters) Bardville, Wyoming series (romance with a little mystery) A Stranger in the Family A Stranger to Love The Rancher Meets His Match

Death on the Diversion (Secret Sleuth, Book 1)

The Beginning

One look, a passionate love . . . and then they part . . . Forever? Before the bestselling and award-winning Wyoming Wildflowers saga began, there was another love story, one that laid the foundation for all those that came after. A love between a cowboy and an unexpected woman. A love at first sight ... Ed Currick’s and Donna Roberts’ worlds couldn’t have been any more different – a rancher from Wyoming and an up-and-coming Broadway musical actress on a national tour. What could have been a momentary encounter sparks desire . . . and more. But can there be anything but heartbreak ahead when they have only days before their dreams pull them apart? Explore this opposites-attract romance between a cowboy and a stage actress as they find their hearts’ desires among the trees, the lights, the music and the magic of the merry Christmas season. Wyoming Wildflowers: The Beginning is the emotional, fun bonus prequel to USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn's acclaimed Wyoming Wildflowers contemporary romance series. "Funny, entertaining, and full of surprises"..."Warms your heart"... "Joy"..."Wonderful love story" Read Wyoming Wildflowers: The Beginning before you start the rest of the series or after you finish the other Wyoming Wildflowers … but be sure to read it! Pick all the blooms in the Wyoming Wildflowers series! Wyoming Wildflowers: The Beginning (Snowberry) – a prequel *Almost a Bride (Indian Paintbrush) *Match Made in Wyoming (Fireweed) *My Heart Remembers (Bur Marigold) -- A New World (prequel to Jack’s Heart) Jack’s Heart (Yellow Monkeyflower) -- Rodeo Nights (prequel to Where Love Lives) Where Love Lives (Threadleaf Phacelia) A Cowboy Wedding Making Christmas (Pasque Flower) -- a new holiday romance! * Wyoming Wildflowers Trilogy Boxed Set (3 Books in 1) Buy a Wyoming Wildflowers bouquet (Books 1-6, plus prequels) for one great price .... Wyoming Wildflowers: The Complete Collection You can continue to follow the lives and loves of the good people of Knighton, Wyoming, in A Cowboy Wedding, a shindig at the Slash-C Ranch that also ropes in characters from other Patricia McLinn romance series. In the newest Wyoming Wildflowers romance, Cahill's brother Kiernan makes the best of a bad holiday road trip in Making Christmas. Reader Reviews for Patricia McLinn’s Wyoming Wildflowers stories: “Each one was totally different, characters were unique and totally believable!! Enjoy!!! “Amazing and touching story.” “If you love to laugh; love to cry; or love to laugh and cry at the same time, then you'll definitely want to read Almost a Bride.” “Smart, stubborn and irresistible.” “So enjoyable I couldn’t put it down until I finished it.” “Excellent book! I read it straight in one whole day. Recommend it to anyone!” “Delightful!” “Nothing short of heart consuming and thrilling. I've loved every one and feel like I know the people personally. I can't wait for the next installment." Also by Patricia McLinn Seasons in a Small Town What Are Friends For? (Spring) The Right Brother (Summer) Falling for Her (Autumn) Warm Front (Winter) Marry Me series Wedding of the Century The Unexpected Wedding Guest A Most Unlikely Wedding Baby Blues and Wedding Bells Ride the River: Rodeo Knights (romantic suspense; includes cameos from Wyoming Wildflowers characters)

A Prequel

Wyoming Wildflowers: The Beginning

Join the wedding celebration as college friends embark on the greatest education of all - falling in love. Always the best of friends ... can they become the best of lovers? Michael Dickinson is delighted to be best man at his friend’s wedding — but there’s one complication. Tris Donlin is a bridesmaid. He’s wanted her for longer than he cares to remember, but to her, he’s just good old Michael — college pal, confidant, best buddy … Would a few days of wedding celebration let him finally get her out of his system once and for all? Her cousin Paul’s wedding party has Tris’s head and heart full of memories of college days with him, Michael and their friend Grady. Grady was her college crush and Michael was her buddy. Now that they’re all grown up, my how things have changed. She’s certain she’s found the best man for her … if only she can convince him. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Paul's the first, then comes Michael, watching their brides walk down the aisle toward them. It's Grady's turn as groom in GRADY'S WEDDING. Find more wedding romances in the newest additions to The Wedding Series collection, THE RUNAWAY BRIDE, THE CHRISTMAS PRINCESS, THE SURPRISE PRINCESS and THE FORGOTTEN PRINCE. The Wedding Series’ moving, passionate contemporary romances with a touch of humor will captivate fans of Bella Andre, Susan Mallery and Sarah Wilson. "Years of friendship and unspoken desires finally come to the surface. ... What to say about book two but amazing." - 5* "Fun, heartwarming." - 5* "Feels like they are REAL people that you could know." - 5* Praise for The Wedding Series: “A wonderful series that will make you laugh and cry. Each page is filled with love that will eventually come to the people who so need it. A must read!” – 5-star review "Perfect. The characters were multi-dimensional and played off each other in warm, thoughtful, loving ways. Each couple faced a different situation and overcame their obstacles together and with the insightful comments of their friends. ... Heart-warming." – 5-star review “Fun and serious all at the same time. Love how the friends intertwine and add new along the way. It was refreshing to read the different stories and having them all come together. Really enjoyed this series!” – 5-star review “Full of warmth, understanding of human nature, and great characters. They are connected, following the lives of college friends, and by the time you are finished, you feel as if you are a part of their extended circle. A dash of sex here, but not to the point that it overshadows the well thought out storylines. Definitely a feel good experience.” -- 5-star review "Great love stories! … Must read all books in the series! … I laughed and cried! Must read.” – From 5-star reviews Get all the books in Patricia McLinn’s The Wedding Series today! Prelude to a Wedding* Wedding Party* Grady’s Wedding* The Runaway Bride The Christmas Princess Hoops (prequel to The Surprise Princess) The Surprise Princess Not a Family Man (prequel to The Forgotten Prince) The Forgotten Prince Box Sets *The Wedding Series Trilogy (Books 1-3) The Wedding Series Box Set Two: The Runaway Bride and The Christmas Princess (Books 4-5) The Wedding Series Box Set Three: Hoops (prequel) and The Surprise Princess The Wedding Series Box Set Four: Not a Family Man (prequel) and The Forgotten Prince If you like McLinn’s wedding romance stories, try her Marry Me series now! Wedding of the Century The Unexpected Wedding Guest A Most Unlikely Wedding Baby Blues and Wedding Bells And if you prefer small-town romance, check out her Seasons in a Small Town series today! What Are Friends For? (Spring) The Right Brother (Summer) Falling for Her (Autumn) Warm Front (Winter)

The Wedding Series, Book 2

Wedding Party

At the Heart's Command

❤ BEST FRIENDS, ONCE LOVERS ... AND NOW? ❤ Seasons in a Small Town – Spring "Funny and heart-wrenching at the same time" In small-town Drago, Illinois, Zeke came by his “the Geek” nickname honestly, more comfortable with algebra and algorithms than high school’s social hallways. Though that didn’t keep him from longing for the unattainable prom queen, Jennifer. The one person who understood his out-of-the-box brain was Darcie, his best friend. For one night, Zeke and Darcie jolt from friends to lovers. Then he leaves town. Darcie knew her Zeke. He’d never look back, wouldn’t ever see her feelings for him. Now, 17 years later, Zeke’s a self-made tech billionaire, Darcie’s a local cop, Jennifer’s divorced and Darcie’s best friend. Their town is flagging, but Darcie has a plan. It starts with luring Zeke back to Drago for its annual Lilac Festival, then persuading him to boost the town’s economy. Even if that means matchmaking him with the beautiful Jennifer he’s always longed for. She’ll do it for him, for Jennifer, for Drago. Zeke swore he’d never come back to where he was miserable, other than his connection with Darcie. But maybe being back won’t be so bad. Especially spending time with Jennifer … and Darcie. Now why did he think of Darcie when things were going so well with Jennifer? Darcie’s plan doesn’t get off to the best start when she puts Zeke in handcuffs, but they can get past that. For Drago’s sake, they have to. Just like she’ll get past wondering what if… What Are Friends For?, Book 1 of USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn's Seasons in a Small Town series, will captivate readers who love passionate contemporary romance with a spark of humor. “You laugh, you angst, you maybe shed a couple tears or two … and at the end of it you move immediately onto the next book because - unlike teenage Zeke - you don't want to get away, all you want to do is go back.” – 5-star review Praise for the Seasons in a Small Town series: “The town of Drago has insinuated itself into my heart and I can only hope there is another installment with this small town as its setting.” “Strong characters with enough faults to make them human and real” yet “The other characters in Drago all add to the story rather than taking attention from the main action.” “McLinn delivers a fun, engaging, and emotionally complicated romance.” “Poignant, heart warming” . . . “Funny and heart-wrenching at the same time” . . . “Passionate and sensual without being distasteful or vulgar.” Get all the books in Patricia McLinn’s Seasons in a Small Town series now! What Are Friends For? (Spring) The Right Brother (Summer) Falling for Her (Autumn) Warm Front (Winter) If you like Patricia’s small-town romance stories, try her Marry Me series today! Wedding of the Century The Unexpected Wedding Guest A Most Unlikely Wedding Baby Blues and Wedding Bells About the Author Patricia McLinn is the USA Today bestselling author of nearly 60 published novels cited by readers and reviewers for wit and vivid characterization. Her books include mysteries, romantic suspense, contemporary romance, historical romance and women’s fiction. They have topped bestseller lists and won numerous awards. She has spoken about writing from London, to Melbourne, Australia, to Washington, D.C., including being a guest-speaker at the Smithsonian. McLinn spent more than 20 years as an editor at the Washington Post after stints as a sports writer (Rockford, Ill.) and assistant sports editor (Charlotte, N.C.). She received BA and MSJ degrees from Northwestern University. Now living in Northern Kentucky, McLinn loves to hear from readers through her website PatriciaMcLinn.com, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter. romantic comedy, small-town romance, second chance at love, opposites attract, midwest best friends, tech investor, computer whiz, rural flight, failing farms, flower festival

What Are Friends For?

She’s a working-class bride. He’s a well-to-do groom. Their botched wedding is only the start of their storybook romance. Annette Trevetti felt like a modern-day Cinderella as she walked down the aisle towards her first love and the heir to a small fortune. But her wedding day bliss screeched to a halt when an extremely pregnant woman crashed the ceremony claiming her prince charming was the father. Devastated, Annette shakes the dust of her small Midwestern town off her boots and starts a seven-year climb up the corporate ladder to claim her own fortune. But when her brother gets injured on the job, she has no choice but to return to her Wisconsin hometown and risk exposing the feelings she still has for the man who broke her heart. Single dad Steve Corbett’s biggest regret is tied up with his greatest joy. When Annette returns to town seven years after she left him at the altar, his love for her hasn't changed one bit. And if his match-making daughter and their one-of-a-kind elderly relative have it their way, they’d pick the romance up right where it left off. Working alongside Annette on her brother’s construction project, Steve senses the flicker of their old flame. But he knows it will take a lot of sweat and tears to rebuild the crumbling trust for a second chance at happily ever after. With years and heartache between them, can Annette and Steve learn to have faith in each other and rebuild a new future together in this heartfelt romance? Wedding of the Century is a contemporary small-town romance about second chances. If you like fiery chemistry, precocious children, quirky matchmakers, romantic comedy and emotional feel-good journeys of the heart, then you’ll love USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn’s small-town romance. Buy Wedding of the Century to discover why love is better the second time around today! Praise for Wedding of the Century: ”Once again author Patricia McLinn pens an evocative and powerfully told tale. The secondary cast also dazzles, especially Steve's precocious daughter. Fans will eagerly anticipate the sequel.” – C. Penn, Amazon review ”McLinn shines in this story of a love that was meant to be.” – 5-star Amazon review “Highly recommended.” -- Amazon review Praise for the Marry Me series: “With her two latest books set in a perfectly realized and perfectly charming small town, McLinn has created two beautifully written, richly emotional love stories that are a joy to read.” – John Charles, American Library Association “Gifted Patricia McLinn has written another wonderful series filled with emotion and romance.” -- CataRomance Reviews “McLinn has done a marvelous job creating the stories in this series.” -- Fresh Fiction Get all the books in Patricia McLinn’s Marry Me series now! Wedding of the Century The Unexpected Wedding Guest A Most Unlikely Wedding Baby Blues and Wedding Bells And if you like Patricia’s small-town romance stories, try her Seasons in a Small Town series today! What Are Friends For? (Spring) The Right Brother (Summer) Falling for Her (Autumn) Warm Front (Winter)

Wedding of the Century (Marry Me contemporary romance series, Book 1)

Three strangers arrive in rugged Bardville, Wyoming. They're never the same ... And neither are the people of Bardville. "In Book 1 Bodie stole my heart, in Book 2 Cully took my breath away, and in Book 3 I fell in love with Dax." - 5-star review A sexy, intriguing stranger arrives unexpectedly at her Wyoming ranch, threatening the one thing Cambria protects more fiercely than her heart -- her family. Bodie's discovery that he fathered a son 17 years ago leads him to the warm and welcoming Weston family. That's the easy part. But his response to one member of the family is far more than he ever expected. The sparks between him and Cambria are real ... and so is the danger to his hopes for their future if she finds out why he's really in Wyoming. "An emotionally complex romance of wounded hearts and broken trust that will touch a chord in each reader's heart." -- Romantic Times The Bardville, Wyoming series: A Stranger in the Family A Stranger to Love The Rancher Meets His Match If you especially enjoy western romances, also try these other books by Patricia: A Place Called Home series Lost and Found Groom At the Heart’s Command Hidden in a Heartbeat Wyoming Wildflowers series Wyoming Wildflowers: The Beginning (a prequel) Almost a Bride Match Made in Wyoming My Heart Remembers -- A New World (prequel to Jack’s Heart) Jack’s Heart -- Rodeo Nights (prequel to Where Love Lives) Where Love Lives A Cowboy Wedding Making Christmas Ride the River: Rodeo Knights (romantic suspense) Historical western romance Widow Woman Courting a Cowboy ... and east of the Mississippi, try: The Wedding Series Prelude to a Wedding Wedding Party Grady's Wedding The Runaway Bride The Christmas Princess -- Hoops (prequel to The Surprise Princess) The Surprise Princess -- Not a Family Man (prequel to The Forgotten Prince) The Forgotten Prince Marry Me series Wedding of the Century The Unexpected Wedding Guest A Most Unlikely Wedding Baby Blues and Wedding Bells Seasons in a Small Town What Are Friends For? (Spring) The Right Brother (Summer) Falling for Her (Autumn) Warm Front (Winter) About the Author Patricia McLinn is the USA Today bestselling author of nearly 60 published novels cited by readers and reviewers for wit and vivid characterization. Her books include mysteries, romantic suspense, contemporary romance, historical romance and women’s fiction. They have topped bestseller lists and won numerous awards.

A Stranger in the Family

THE LONE RANGER AND THE RUNAWAY BRIDE As she walked down the aisle, impulsive Judi Monroe knew she was making a major mistake. So she fled her socialite wedding, only to crash her car on the remote Diamond-V ranch. Enter rugged horseman Thomas Vance, who rescued her and left her breathless in under eight seconds.

The Runaway Bride (Mills & Boon Vintage Cherish)

Carol Stephenson

Runaway Bride, The/Nora's Pride

Get the three books of the A Place Called Home western romance series here in one volume! Far Hills Ranch has bound together the Susland family for nearly a century and a half. For just as long, there’s been a legend that the ranch and its family are cursed. Now, says the legend, the current generation is the last with a chance to break the curse. BOOK 1: LOST AND FOUND GROOM A stranger rescues her, then disappears when she needs him most... Until he knocks on her door, years later and half a world away... On assignment in distant Santa Estella, hardheaded journalist Kendra Jenner finds herself in the middle of a vicious hurricane . . . and unexpectedly in the arms of a stranger who speaks virtually no English. Fear leads to passion that months later leads to a baby, which Kendra fully expects to raise on her own, since her search for the father is a fruitless one. Three years later, "Paulo" shows up at her Wyoming home, identifying himself as Daniel Delligati. He says he's come for his son -- and for her. BOOK 2: AT THE HEART’S COMMAND The Army's sending him back to the western life he knew as a boy, the world of cowboys and cattle on Far Hills Ranch ... and back to the love he knew as a boy. But how can he even dream of second chances at love, when they should have no chance at all. Colonel John Griffin Jr. is the best kind of military man. He's a good and honorable soldier who's determined to protect Ellyn Sinclair at all costs – especially from himself. Once, he’d rejected a young Ellyn’s advances, because he could not give her the life she deserved. Instead, Grif stood up as best man when Ellyn married his best friend. He became a member of the family, a safe friend to her, the godfather of her children. But Ellyn is a widow now, back in Far Hills, Wyoming, living on his family's ranch there with her two young children, and struggling as a single parent to give her children what they need. No matter what it costs him, Grif will do his duty – help Ellyn and her children, while ignoring that he has never stopped wanting her. “A beautiful, emotional story that cuts right through the reader's heart.” Rendezvous "Grif is a hero of the most wonderful kind" - Road to Romance BOOK 3: HIDDEN IN A HEARTBEAT SARA Rising Star Award winner VRW HOLT Award finalist Rebecca Dahlgren comes west to Wyoming hoping for answers to her unknown heritage. But from the first moment, she finds Far Hills Ranch foreman Luke Chandler hard to miss. The sexy cowboy, with those sleepy eyes that aren't interested in sleeping, means just the sort of trouble her patrician grandmother has always warned her about. Luke has his own reasons for wanting to steer clear of anything like commitment. But the secrets behind Rebecca’s dark eyes keep luring him on … even if it means baring his own heart. Rendezvous says of the third book in the A Place Called Home western fiction series: "Brilliant conclusion to a magnificent series of stories readers will want for their keeper shelves." "A heartwarming, heart-stopping, delectable love story" - Old Book Barn Gazette And revisit these characters as they play matchmakers in The Wyoming Marriage Association series First Date: Divorce Second Start: Family Reader Reviews for Patricia McLinn’s A Place Called Home stories: " Kendra and Daniel show how fighting for true love is a honorable endeavor." "Emotional roller coaster" "This story of love made me remember of my own true love." "When ever I had to stop reading I couldn't wait to get back to it." "Was gripped by this story from the first paragraph! A wonderful story of two people learning to let go of their fears and trusting in life and love." "I couldn't stop till I had read the entire book. Great love story and look forward to more with these characters." “Very intense in places, both with love and adventure.” “So different from other romance novels…amazing.” “Liked the twists and turns.” “This was very good. READ, READ!!! “If you love emotional stories with complex characters, especially strong heroines and heart-stopping heroes, don't miss this!” “A book you will read more than once.” "Wonderfully complex and unusual story" "Great book about love lost and breaking down walls..........enjoyed it immensely" "Liked the legend angle. Looking forward to the next in the series" “Just the right balance of romance, action and mystery.” “As always with Patricia McLinn's books, this is well written and heartfelt .. . her books never disappoint.” "Spellbinding read. Can't wait to read the next book." “I couldn't put it down. I bought the second book, At the Heart's Command. As soon as I finish it, I will buy Hidden in a Heartbeat.” Want to know more about the recent lives and loves of the family and friends of Far Hills Ranch? Grif and Ellyn harbor an Army veteran and Wyoming rancher who's in a royal predicament in The Forgotten Prince, Book 9 of Patricia McLinn's The Wedding Series. If you especially enjoy western romances, also try these other books by Patricia: Bardville, Wyoming series A Stranger in the Family A Stranger to Love The Rancher Meets His Match Wyoming Wildflowers series Wyoming Wildflowers: The Beginning (prequel) Almost a Bride Match Made in Wyoming My Heart Remembers -- A New World (prequel to Jack’s Heart) Jack’s Heart (Yellow Monkeyflower) -- Rodeo Nights (prequel to Where Love Lives) Where Love Lives (Threadleaf Phacelia) A Cowboy Wedding Making Christmas NEW! The Wyoming Marriage Association – Helping love find a way Characters from the A Place Called Home, Bardville and Wyoming Wildflower series, and the romantic suspense Ride the River, join forces to bring together people they hope will find love and happiness as they have. First Date: Divorce Second Start: Family For more on all Patricia's books, visit www.PatriciaMcLinn.com -- and become a member of Patricia's ReadHeads! Keywords: heartwarming feel-good romance happily-ever-after ending HEA cowboy romance western contemporary romance series small town romance series family curse family legend secret baby romance romantic suspense romantic action adventure friends to lovers romance secret baby romance opposites attract

A Place Called Home Trilogy Boxed Set contemporary western romance series

“In Book 1 Bodie stole my heart, in Book 2 Cully took my breath away, and in Book 3 I fell in love with Dax.” – 5 Star review THE BARDVILLE, WYOMING TRILOGY Three strangers arrive in Bardville, Wyoming. They’re never the same … And neither are the people of Bardville. Book 1: A STRANGER IN THE FAMILY A sexy, intriguing stranger arrives unexpectedly at her Wyoming ranch, threatening the one thing Cambria protects more fiercely than her heart — her family. Bodie’s discovery that he fathered a son 17 years ago leads him to the warm and welcoming Weston family. But his response to one member of the family is far more than he ever expected. The sparks between him and Cambria are real … and so is the danger to his hopes for their future if she finds out why he’s really in Wyoming. Book 2: A STRANGER TO LOVE Jessa’s been a stranger to love for so long … Now, because she will not abandon a boy who is both trouble and troubled, she’s tied to this intense, stubborn man who arouses her in ways she’s never known … and who could break her completely. Can she take the risk that in this man she might find a stranger to love? Book 3: THE RANCHER MEETS HIS MATCH For his teenage son, Wyoming rancher Dax will do anything – even become a role model in the dating department. Enter the perfect stranger: an Easterner, visiting for just two weeks. But soon Hannah, no longer a stranger, becomes the greatest danger of all to a stubbornly solitary heart.

Bardville, Wyoming Trilogy Boxed Set (3 Books in 1)

1880s Wyoming territory -- As strong as the ranch she runs, widow Rachel Terhune has one dream—to fulfill the legacy she inherited from her father. Hiring Nick Dusaq has nothing to do with the fierce pull between them and everything to do with saving her land. The solitary cowboy recognizes a kindred heart scarred by cruelty. He would ride away – he should ride away – if only her ranch didn’t need him so damned badly. Her ranch — not the widow woman like none he’s encountered before — is the only need he’ll let himself consider. Passion as powerful as the harsh beauty of the land around them bonds Rachel, the widow woman devoting every bit of her strength and courage to holding onto her Wyoming Territory ranch, and Nick, the loner cowhand with dreams of his own. Yes, they have passion. But does it hold the promise of healing and love or the destruction of dreams? - - - - “... a strong woman, a dark tormented man, and a love as fierce and irresistible as the Wyoming wind." ~ Mary Jo Putney, New York Times bestselling author “One of the most entertaining and interesting western historicals I’ve read in a long time.” ~ Cathy Sova, The Romance Reader "A moving confirmation of the healing power of love" --Romantic Times "Incredibly powerful" ... "An unforgettable read" ... "The characters are so real you come to know them personally. It's a book you won't want to end." -- 5-star reviews "Wow!... a romance that sizzles!...Powerful love story... Excellent!" -- Rendezvous "Splendid!" -- Bell, Book and Candle Another western historical romance from Patricia McLinn: Courting a Cowboy * Or get both Courting a Cowboy and Widow Woman in the boxed set To Love a Cowboy

Widow Woman

❤ OPPOSITES? Oh, yeah. ATTRACT? Absolutely❤ She’s all work and no play. He’s an expert at fun. Their romance is the game of their lives. Paul Monroe needs a temporary assistant while his is on maternity leave. Not an unusual situation for a small business owner… Except his savvy assistant knows Paul and his antique toy appraisal business require someone special. He’s a charmer, all right. But not everyone appreciates his playful approach to life. He needs a perfect fit. Bette Wharton is all in to make her temp agency a success by matching the right temp with each client. She’ll work as long and hard as it takes to follow her plan to success. So when she’s hit by a shockingly high turnover rate for temps sent to Paul’s business, she rolls up her suit sleeves to get to the heart of the problem. She needs to dance through imperfections. The no-nonsense businesswoman might have met her match when she squares off against Paul’s determination to teach her about letting her hair down. Especially when she discovers a wounded heart beneath all his fun. Can Paul and Bette get their timing right and find a perfect fit to dance together through the twists and turns of imperfections? Prelude to a Wedding is the first book in The Wedding Series -- feel-good contemporary romantic comedies. If you crave characters you’d like to know, magnetic chemistry, humor with heart, and romance to believe in, you’ll love this irresistible workplace romance. Clear your calendar for a flirty, heart-felt love story today! Readers react to Prelude to a Wedding "I melted. This story had a puddle version of me laughing and crying and cheering." - 5-star review "Funny yet romantic... Enjoyed every page." - 5-star review "Funny twists” ... "Love an upbeat story" ... "Cute" ... "I recommend this one" "I fell in love with the characters" - 5-star review "Opposites attract and both bring special gifts" - 5-star review More 5-star praise for The Wedding Series “A wonderful series that will make you laugh and cry. Each page is filled with love that will eventually come to the people who so need it. A must read!” "Perfect. The characters were multi-dimensional and played off each other in warm, thoughtful, loving ways. Each couple faced a different situation and overcame their obstacles together... Heart-warming." “Fun and serious all at the same time. Love how the friends intertwine and add new along the way. It was refreshing to read the different stories and having them all come together. Really enjoyed this series!” “Full of warmth, understanding of human nature, and great characters. They are connected, following the lives of college friends, and by the time you are finished, you feel as if you are a part of their extended circle... Definitely a feel good experience.” "Great love stories! … Must read all books in the series! … I laughed and cried!" Get all the books in Patricia McLinn’s Wedding Series today! Prelude to a Wedding Wedding Party Grady’s Wedding The Runaway Bride The Christmas Princess Hoops (prequel to The Surprise Princess) The Surprise Princess Not a Family Man (prequel to The Forgotten Prince) The Forgotten Prince If you'd like more wedding romances, try the Marry Me series! Wedding of the Century The Unexpected Wedding Guest A Most Unlikely Wedding Baby Blues and Wedding Bells Small-town romance your favorite? Seasons in a Small Town series What Are Friends For? (Spring) The Right Brother (Summer) Falling for Her (Autumn) Warm Front (Winter) About the Author Patricia McLinn is the USA Today bestselling author of nearly 60 published novels cited by readers and reviewers for wit and vivid characterization. Her books include mysteries, romantic suspense, contemporary romance, historical romance and women’s fiction. They have topped bestseller lists and won numerous awards. McLinn has spoken about writing from London to Melbourne, Australia, to Washington, D.C., including being a guest speaker at the Smithsonian. She spent more than 20 years as an editor at The Washington Post after stints as a sports writer (Rockford, Ill.) and assistant sports editor (Charlotte, N.C.).

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