Gold Valley

He didn't want to come home for the holidays-but can an unexpected reunion with a woman from his past make this cowboy's Christmas merry and bright in this sweet and sizzling novella? When Cooper Mason left Gold Valley, Oregon behind him eight years ago, he told himself he wouldn't be back. But when a Christmas promise sends him home to face his demons, he'll find that not everything is as he remembers-especially family friend Annabelle Preston, who's somehow morphed from childhood pest to full-grown, hot-blooded and oh-so-tempting woman. Growing up, Annabelle had built a lot of dreams around the ruggedly gorgeous Cooper-dreams she's long ago learned to put behind her. Until a chance encounter with Cooper leads to a night neither can forget, and all the old feelings come blazing back to life. Now, Annabelle has a week to prove there's more between them than a no-strings holiday fling…and with a little Christmas luck, she just might convince Gold Valley's favorite cowboy to come home for good.

Welcome to Gold Valley, Oregon, where a rough-and-tumble rancher and the girl next door are about to learn that opposites attract. Olivia Logan has a plan: win back her ex by making him see what he's missing. But first she needs to find a man who's willing to play along. With his laid-back cowboy charm and knack for getting under her skin, Luke Hollister is an unlikely hero-but he wants her help convincing her father to sell him land, which means he needs her as much as she needs him. Luke likes his life-and his women-uncomplicated. So why does good girl Olivia heat his blood like no one else? She's always been off-limits, but the more time they spend as Gold Valley's hottest new "couple," the more real it's starting to feel. Luke was supposed to help her win back another man…not keep her in his arms. But now that he has her there, he's not sure he'll ever let go.

She's come to Gold Valley, Oregon, for a fresh start-and roped the perfect cowboy Jackson Reid is a man fully in control of his world, and his ranch. But when a past one-night stand shows up without warning and leaves him holding a baby, his whole life is turned upside down. He's in over his head, and he has one solution: a nanny. But when he picks Savannah Sturm up from the airport, he finds that she's so much more than the "plain and tall" woman she described herself as… With one glance, Savannah's new boss makes her feel more than her cheating ex ever did. Jackson insists he can't do relationships, especially now that his priority is baby Lily. But his "no strings, just sex" offer is irresistible. And as raw desire gives way to something far deeper, maybe it's Jackson's turn to learn how right being wrong can feel…

In Gold Valley, Oregon, love might be hiding in plain sight... Some things are too perfect to mess with. Bennett Dodge's relationship with Kaylee Capshaw is one of them. They work together at their veterinary clinic and have been best friends for years. When Bennett's world is rocked by the appearance of a son he didn't know he had, he needs Kaylee more than ever. And he doesn't want anything else to change. But then Kaylee kisses him, and nothing will ever be the same... Kaylee's done her best to keep her feelings for the man she's loved since high school hidden away, but one unguarded moment changes everything, and now there's no more denying the chemistry that burns between them. But the explosion of desire changes all the rules, and what's left could destroy their bond-or bring them to a love that's deeper than she ever imagined... Also includes a bonus Gold Valley novella, Mail Order Cowboy!

A single mom's fresh start in Gold Valley, Oregon, comes with a cowboy from her past. Recently widowed and with two headstrong kids, Lauren Bishop wants three things-a break from her never-ending to-do list, a cup of coffee and a moment to appreciate the gorgeous cowboy who just walked past her. Unfortunately, he catches her in the act…and he isn't a stranger. Calder Reid is more than intrigued when the sexy woman checking him out in the local coffee shop turns out to be the object of his boyhood fantasies. When he was a gawky kid, Lauren was a beautiful swan. But now he's more than man enough to satisfy her every need. The chemistry between them is undeniable, but can this hard riding cowboy convince commitment-shy Lauren to take a second chance on forever?

In Gold Valley, Oregon, forbidden desire just might turn into the love of a lifetime... When Lindy Parker lost her cheating husband, she gained a vineyard. She'll do anything for Grassroots Winery, including teaming up with the hottest devil she knows, rancher Wyatt Dodge. Wyatt is her ex's friend and has an ego as big as the bulls he rides. But in spite of that, disciplined Lindy has always wanted him... Lightning struck Wyatt Dodge the first time he saw Lindy Parker. But there were two problems with that: she was married to his friend, and Wyatt doesn't do strings. But now Lindy is free, and the two of them can finally explore the heat that's burned between them for so long. But can Lindy make this good time cowboy decide on forever?

Christmastime in Gold Valley, Oregon, means hot chocolate, snowy nights and one very sexy cowboy holiday surprise... There's only one thing Chloe Nolan wants for Christmas this year-and he wears a cowboy hat and is completely off-limits. When her mom married into the Reid family, Chloe found her calling, working with horses on the ranch. How could she risk that newfound stability by revealing her crush on her stepbrother, Tanner? But when Chloe and Tanner get snowed in on their way to a family gathering, it's just the chance to extinguish the flame that's been burning for too long. One night. One wish. One bed... She's the woman Tanner's always wanted-and vowed he'd never touch. Yet when Chloe reveals her secret wish, all those years of pent-up longing erupt with life-changing force. Now it's Tanner's turn to take a risk, and turn one magical Christmas night into the beginning of forever...

It's Christmas in Gold Valley, and this wounded widower is about to get another shot at love... Grant Dodge didn't expect to find a woman sleeping in an abandoned cabin on his family ranch. Or to find her so intriguing. Unlike every other woman in town, McKenna Tate doesn't know Grant's a widower. There's no pity in the looks she gives him. McKenna wants him, and Grant has forgotten what it's like to feel like a man. A no-strings fling for Christmas might be the kind of holiday cheer Grant needs... With only a suitcase to her name, McKenna came to Gold Valley to confront her birth father. She didn't plan to work at the Dodge ranch or fall for the gorgeous cowboy who keeps his heart roped off. But there's no denying the way their broken pieces fit together. Hope brought her to Gold Valley-but will it be the gift that could finally heal Grant, and McKenna's own wounded heart?

In Gold Valley, Oregon, forbidden love just might be the sweetest... Dane Parker traded in his trailer-park roots for glory as a bull rider. But when a serious injury sidelines him for months, it's the first time he can't just pull himself up by his bootstraps. The last thing he wants to deal with is sweet family friend Bea treating him like one of her wounded animals-or the unexpected attraction that suddenly flares between them. Beatrix Leighton has loved Dane for years, while he's always seen her as another sister. When she enlists his help to start her animal sanctuary, she thinks it will give him purpose. Instead, it brings all the desire she feels for him to the boiling point. Bea's father taught her early on that love means loss. But could her forbidden crush turn into a love that will last a lifetime?

Gold Valley's wildest cowboy has finally met his match... Jamie Dodge is confident she knows everything there is to know about cowboys. She grew up surrounded by them, after all. But somehow her new boss, champion saddle bronc rider Gabe Dalton, and his brand of cowboy charm have her interested in all kinds of things she never has been before. There are a million reasons Gabe should ignore his attraction to Jamie. He needs her horse-training skills on his family's ranch...and the Dodge brothers would happily hurt him for touching her. Forget kissing her. He'd be a dead man. But Jamie's tough-talking attitude masks an innocence that tempts him past the breaking point...and soothes the restlessness that's dogged Gabe his whole life. Has this cowboy finally found a place he wants to call home?

Will Gold Valley's most reclusive cowboy finally find a reason to heal? As a former EMT and a wildland firefighter, there's no one Jacob Dalton can't rescue-except himself. Since his best friend's tragic death, Jacob has isolated himself...until Vanessa Logan returns to Gold Valley. He saved her life during a medical call years ago, and he's never forgotten her. The instant jolt of heat between them takes him by surprise, but he knows that giving in to it would only end in disaster... For Vanessa, returning home was about healing, not about exploring her attraction with Jacob. He is the guardian angel from her past-with strong, capable hands and an irresistible mouth. A temptation she knows she can't afford. Until the chemistry between them explodes, and unites them in a way they could never have imagined...

As snowflakes fall in Gold Valley, Oregon, will this rugged cowboy finally win the woman of his dreams? Cowboy Caleb Dalton has loved single mom Ellie Bell, and her little daughter, Amelia, for years. But since Ellie is his best friend's widow, Caleb's head knows Ellie will always be strictly off-limits. If only his heart got the memo. So when Caleb discovers that Ellie has a Christmas wish list-and hopes for a kiss under the mistletoe-he's throwing his cowboy hat into the ring. If anyone's going to be kissing Ellie and sharing this magical time with her and her daughter, it's him. Ellie has dreaded the holidays since losing her husband. But this year, she's finally ready to make some changes. She never expects the biggest change to be the heart-stopping kiss she shares with Caleb. For almost five years, Caleb has been her best friend, her rock, her salvation. This Christmas, can Caleb prove he's also the missing puzzle piece of Ellie's and Amelia's hearts?

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In this romance series launch-Welcome Gold Valley, Oregon, where a rough-and-tumble rancher and the girl next door learn that opposites attract. Olivia Logan has a plan: win back her ex by making him see what he's missing. But first she needs to find a man who's willing to play along. With his laid-back cowboy charm and knack for getting under her skin, Luke Hollister is an unlikely hero-but he wants her help convincing her father to sell him land, which means he needs her as much as she needs him. Luke likes his life-and his women-uncomplicated. So why does good girl Olivia heat his blood like no one else? She's always been off-limits, but the more time they spend as Gold Valley's hottest new "couple," the more real it's starting to feel. Luke was supposed to help her win back another man . . . not keep her in his arms. But now that he has her there, he's not sure he'll ever let go. Be sure to check out the rest of the Gold Valley series. Praise for Smooth-Talking Cowboy "Ms. Yates has a gift for layering characters impeccably and her skill is put to good use here. . . . If you're a fan of the opposites attract trope, small town romances, or cowboys in general, I think Smooth-Talking Cowboy is worth your time." -All About Romance "Really good sexual tension." -Smexy Books

A Gold Valley, Oregon, veterinarian finds love in plain sight in this romance by the New York Times–bestselling author of Smooth-Talking Cowboy. Some things are too perfect to mess with. Bennett Dodge's relationship with Kaylee Capshaw is one of them. They work together at their veterinary clinic and have been best friends for years. When Bennett's world is rocked by the appearance of a son he didn't know he had, he needs Kaylee more than ever. And he doesn't want anything else to change. But then Kaylee kisses him, and nothing will ever be the same . . . Kaylee's done her best to keep her feelings for the man she's loved since high school hidden away, but one unguarded moment changes everything, and now there's no more denying the chemistry that burns between them. But the explosion of desire changes all the rules, and what's left could destroy their bond-or bring them to a love that's deeper than she ever imagined . . . Praise for Untamed Cowboy "Warmhearted. . . . This tender romance is filled with intense, believable emotions that will keep readers eagerly turning pages." -Publishers Weekly

New York Times bestselling author Maisey Yates enthralls with this captivating novella, starring a Gold Valley fan favorite...He's witnessed all of Gold Valley's happy-ever-afters-is it finally time for this cowboy to claim his own? As owner of Gold Valley's bar, Laz Jenkins has had a ringside seat to all of the town's drama. He's poured drinks for, and given advice to, almost every cowboy in town-he knows everyone's secrets. But, no one realizes he's hiding a secret of his own. Laz has been in love, for years, with his best friend, Jordan. Which means he's definitely not going to her wedding. But, when Jordan shows up in his bar in her wedding dress, very much not married, suddenly all bets are off. Jordan appreciates the irony that she, a woman with insomnia, almost sleepwalked into a marriage she didn't want. But, this runaway bride is facing the fact that she needs a new place to stay, and fast. When Laz offers support, and his house to sleep at, she agrees. Except suddenly she's not thinking of Laz as a friend, but as someone much more intense...and irresistible! He's always been totally off-limits, but is their chemistry fierce enough to burn through every one of their reservations?

Gold Valley’s rodeo champion is facing the toughest challenge of his life—a Christmas wedding! Legendary bull rider Jake Daniels has only one plan this Christmas—to ignore the pain the season always brings. Until his best friend, Callie Carson, shows up on his ranch with a marriage proposal. Jake has lived so close to the edge it’s a miracle he’s still alive—he knows all about risk. But marrying the woman he craves more than anything feels like the biggest risk of all. Callie Carson may be rodeo royalty, but to fulfill her dreams of riding saddle bronc, she needs her inheritance. And to access that, she needs a husband. But Jake the husband is deliciously different from Jake the friend, especially after the wild heat of their wedding night. He was only supposed to be her cowboy for Christmas, but Jake’s every heart-stopping touch has Callie questioning how she’ll ever be able to walk away. In bonus novella Her First Christmas Cowboy, Tala gets a surprise Christmas delivery—a cowboy on her doorstep! A Gold Valley Novel Book 1: Smooth-Talking Cowboy Book 2: Untamed Cowboy Book 3: Good Time Cowboy Book 4: A Tall, Dark Cowboy Christmas Book 5: Unbroken Cowboy Book 6: Cowboy to the Core Book 7: Lone Wolf Cowboy Book 8: Cowboy Christmas Redemption Book 9: The Bad Boy of Redemption Ranch Book 10: The Hero of Hope Springs Book 11: The Last Christmas Cowboy Book 12: The Heartbreaker of Echo Pass Book 13: Rodeo Christmas at Evergreen Ranch Book 14: The True Cowboy of Sunset Ridge

Gold Valley, Oregon's wildest cowboy has finally met his match in this sexy romance by the New York Times–bestselling author of Unbroken Cowboy. Jamie Dodge is confident she knows everything there is to know about cowboys. She grew up surrounded by them, after all. But somehow her new boss, champion saddle bronc rider Gabe Dalton, and his brand of cowboy charm have her interested in all kinds of things she never has been before. There are a million reasons Gabe should ignore his attraction to Jamie. He needs her horse-training skills on his family's ranch . . . and the Dodge brothers would happily hurt him for touching her. Forget kissing her. He'd be a dead man. But Jamie's tough-talking attitude masks an innocence that tempts him past the breaking point . . . and soothes the restlessness that's dogged Gabe his whole life. Has this cowboy finally found a place he wants to call home? Praise for Smooth-Talking Cowboy "Ms. Yates has a gift for layering characters impeccably and her skill is put to good use here." -All About Romance "Really good sexual tension." -Smexy Books