Long, Tall Texans

From New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer revisits the story of the original Long, Tall Texans: the legendary man who built Jacobsville and the cowgirl who tamed him! Big John Jacobs is eager to expand his growing Texas ranch, but he needs the help of the local railroad baron. Unable to sway his prospective partner with his business offer, John offers a proposal of another kind- a marriage of convenience to Camilla Colby, the tycoon's debutante daughter! Camilla knows John only married her for her father's money, but she wants more than a bond in name only with her new husband. But will passion blaze when this fortune-seeking Long, Tall Texan brands his sweetly unassuming wife with his soul-searing kisses? Previously published in 2003.

Head back to Jacobsville, Texas with this fan-favorite Long, Tall Texans romance, originally published as Calhoun in 1988, from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer! Orphaned as a child, Abby Clark learned not to rely on many people-except the Ballenger brothers, who were her rocks and her providers. But she's not the little girl they once knew. Now, nearly twenty-one years old, Abby is a woman grown, and she knows what she wants: sexy cattleman Calhoun Ballenger. He insists on keeping her under his thumb, so Abby resolves to teach Calhoun a lesson. With the fury of a South Texas twister, she devises a plan to prove her independence-and capture his attention. Can Abby make Calhoun her very own cowboy?

From a New York Times–bestselling author, a cowboy struggles with his feelings for the woman who was once his ward in this small town Texas romance. Orphaned as a child, Abby Clark learned not to rely on many people-except the Ballenger brothers, who were her rocks and her providers. But she's not the little girl they once knew. Now, nearly twenty-one years old, Abby is a woman grown, and she knows what she wants: sexy cattleman Calhoun Ballenger. He insists on keeping her under his thumb, so Abby resolves to teach Calhoun a lesson. With the fury of a South Texas twister, she devises a plan to prove her independence-and capture his attention. Can Abby make Calhoun her very own cowboy? Praise for Diana Palmer "Palmer knows how to make the sparks fly." -Publishers Weekly

A heartbroken cowboy finds his second chance at love in this chapter of New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer's classic Long, Tall Texans series, originally published in 1988 as Justin! Shelby Jacobs never meant to hurt Justin Ballenger when she broke their engagement-and his heart-six years before. Truth is, she loves him more than ever…and she'd had her reasons for pushing him away years ago. But with her family facing hard times, Shelby is all on her own in Jacobsville, and she leans on Justin for support. Can she help the bitter rancher finally let down the walls around his heart-and let love in?

With only a quick glance at Nell Regan, a man might miss the beauty in the shy face, or the sexy figure hidden beneath the shapeless clothes. Nell had learned the hard way that she had nothing to offer a man. Her future was here, running her Arizona dude ranch... alone. Then Tyler Jacobs arrived... a man who knew what it was like to be alone and alienated. He yearned to kiss away the pain he saw in Nell's deep brown eyes. But Nell wasn't about to mistake kindness for love. Not again. Yet would denying her own desire destroy her one chance for happiness?

“Ethan” Arabella Craig was eighteen when Ethan Hardeman first opened her eyes to passion...and then turned around and married another woman. Four years later, tragedy brings Ethan, still just as tall and handsome, but newly divorced and bitter, back into her life. He runs his family's cattle empire with an iron hand, yet he refuses to loosen his grip on the reins holding back his heart. But Arabella is determined not to let this Long, Tall Texan escape her again! “Connal” For years, Penelope Mathews worshipped the elusive C. C. Tremayne from afar. Until one night, when, trying to protect the mysterious loner from landing in jail after drinking a little too much, Pepi seeks refuge in a wedding chapel, and winds up emerging as Mrs. Connal Cade Tremayne! When C.C. realizes what happened, he's outraged and plans to end their "arrangement" immediately. Yet the more time he spends with Pepi, the more he realizes he doesn't want their marriage to end...

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Don't miss a spellbinding tale of second-chance love in New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer's Long, Tall Texans: Ethan, originally published as Ethan in 1989. Arabella Craig was just eighteen when Ethan Hardeman opened passion's door, then slammed it in her face just as fiercely. His subsequent marriage to another woman left her emotionally devastated, and Arabella knew she'd lost the only man she'd ever truly love… Years later, tragedy has brought Ethan back into her life. He's just as long, tall, and handsome as ever, but now, divorced and embittered, Ethan is a changed man. He runs his family's empire with an iron hand and a heart as open as the Texas sky-except when it comes to Arabella. Now, living alongside Ethan revives all the anguish and ardor Arabella felt all those years ago. But this time, she's determined not to let true love escape her again.

Join New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer with three classic Long, Tall Texans tales, plus USA Today bestseller Rita Herron's fan-favorite tale of a rancher on the run. Hank (Originally published in 1995 as Redbird) After years of heartache and drama, Hank Shoeman has come to one conclusion...love is nothing more than a nuisance! He has retreated to a secluded Colorado cabin, eager to be away from the pesky outside world...and the hurt that came with it. Instead, Hank is distracted by a beautiful young woman-and gets so much more than he ever bargained for... Coltrain (Originally published in 1995 as Coltrain's Proposal) Doctors Jebediah Coltrain and Louise Blakely have been arch-enemies since Louise's father had cruelly betrayed Jeb years ago. Jeb will stop at nothing to get revenge, plotting to convince lovely Louise to marry him, then to bring her and her family down for good. But the good doctor never counted on falling for his fake fiancée and breaking his own rules of engagement. Marshall (Originally published in 1998 as The Princess Bride) Kingman Marshall knows he's too old, too jaded, and too burdened with secrets for fresh, youthful Tiffany Blair. And Tiffany's not the kind of girl for just one night of passion; she's an innocent, made for walking down the aisle to her groom. But Kingman is the only one Tiffany wants, and she'll stop at nothing to make him hers...forever! Grant Dana Mobry has worked her family's Texas ranch her entire life. Where does it say a rancher's daughter has to marry a long, tall Texan-or lose her cherished home? In her father's will-and Dana's just discovered that her partner in this marriage of convenience is none other than the sexiest cowboy in Texas, Hank Grant! Ultimate Cowboy Rancher Brody Bloodworth has spent years blaming himself for his brother's disappearance. If he hadn't snuck off to be with Julie Whitehead, everything would have been different. Now FBI agent Julie is back in town, and sparks fly as they prepare for a showdown with ruthless kidnappers.

One widower's marriage of convenience might turn into something more in New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer's Long, Tall Texans: Connal, originally published as Connal in 1990. For just about as long as she can remember, Penelope Mathews has worshipped the elusive C. C. Tremayne from afar. The gorgeous but aloof loner doesn't want anything to do with her-or, in fact, with any woman since his wife's tragic death years before. But one night changes everything, when, trying to protect C.C. from landing in trouble, Pepi seeks refuge in a wedding chapel-and emerges as Mrs. Connal Cade Tremayne! When C.C. realizes what happened, he's outraged and plans to end their "arrangement" immediately. Yet the more time he spends with his beautiful new bride, the more he realizes he doesn't want their marriage to end….

New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer heads back to Jacobsville with a classic Long, Tall Texans romance, originally published as Harden in 1991Born into a sprawling ranching family, rugged Harden Tremayne is the toughest, wildest man ever to come out of the Lone Star State-and the loneliest. That is, until he meets Miranda Warren. The lovely widow arouses feelings in him he's too long denied, but also a yearning for something that can never be his. Miranda has never felt anything as overwhelming as her passion for the long, lean cowboy. But Harden can't give her the one thing she so desperately craves. When she discovers the tragic secret Harden harbors deep in his soul, can her love melt his hard, hungry heart and help them make a new life together?

New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer delivers a classic Long, Tall Texans tale of a cowboy and his lady, originally published as Donavan in 1991. From the moment the well-dressed beauty strolled into the bar on the wrong side of town, rugged Texan Donavan Langley has known she was trouble-and just the type of woman he's vowed to avoid. But Fay York awakes a tenderness in him that he'd never known and a yearning for something he knows he can never have. The electrifying instant Fay first gazed into a pair of glittering eyes, she fell hard for Donavan. Even though the rough-and-tumble cowboy is determined to keep his heart from her, she knows that he needs her. And it's not such a big step from attraction to happily-ever-after....

A Texas beauty lassoes herself a family in New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer's Long, Tall Texans: Emmett, originally published as Emmett in 1993. For single dad Emmett Deverell, moving to Jacobsville, Texas, means spending more quality time with his young family. But wrangling three children solo is no easy feat, even for a Long, Tall Texan. The solution? Find a tender touch to help tame his brood. It soon becomes clear to Emmett that Melody Cartman is the only woman for the job...but he doesn't trust her in the least. Can Emmett let down his guard and allow Melody in, forming the perfect family they've always wanted?

Fall in love with those LONG, TALL TEXANS in REGAN from New York Times bestseller Diana Palmer, originally published as REGAN'S PRIDE in 1994, and SECOND CHANCE COWBOY from New York Times bestseller B.J. Daniels, originally published in 2008. Two sexy cowboys, two second chances at a happily ever after. In REGAN, Ted Regan has a second chance with his first love-if his pride will allow him to forgive a mistake she made long ago. And in SECOND CHANCE COWBOY, Hank Monroe could be the one cowboy in Whitehorse, Montana, who can track down Arlene Evans missing daughter-which could be complicated when his own past comes knocking. These rough-riding men might have storied pasts, but when it comes to protecting the women they love, nothing is going to stand in their way. First published as REGAN'S PRIDE by Silhouette Romance in 1994 First published as SECOND CHANCE COWBOY by Harlequin Intrigue in 2008

Once-burned Todd Burke had no intention of getting hitched to anyone. Having one temperamental female under his roof was enough. Still, his rodeo-riding daughter was crazy about Jane Parker - and secretly, Todd was, too. But no way was this hot-tempered, hot-blooded Wyoming man giving in to the equally hot-tempered, hot-blooded cowgirl from Jacobsville, Texas. Until one night changed everything...

Join New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer in classic Long, Tall Texans: Hank (originally published as Redbird in 1995) and USA Today bestseller Rita Herron's fan-favorite tale of a rancher on a run. Hank After years of heartache and drama, Hank Shoeman has come to one conclusion...love is nothing more than a nuisance! He has retreated to a secluded Colorado cabin, eager to be away from the pesky outside world...and the hurt that came with it. Instead, Hank is distracted by a beautiful young woman at a nearby ski lodge. So he whisks away lovely Poppy O'Brien, determined to convince her to leave him alone. But what he gets is so much more than he ever bargained for... Ultimate Cowboy Rancher Brody Bloodworth has spent years blaming himself for his brother's disappearance. If he hadn't snuck off to be with Julie Whitehead, everything would have been different-and he wouldn't have pushed her away. Now Julie is back, an FBI agent with a solid lead on his brother. Before long he finds himself unable to keep his hands off her. As he prepares for a showdown with the ruthless kidnappers, Brody knows what's at stake if he wins. And just how much he'll lose if he doesn't....

Dr. Louise Blakely didn't want to love Jeb Coltrain. They were supposed to be partners, running the Jacobsville medical clinic together, but instead, he treated her like the enemy. And yet when Lou tells Jeb that she's leaving, he shocks her by proposing! It wouldn't be a real marriage, of course… at least, that was Jeb's intent. Then he started to get to know Lou, to let down his guard to her warmth and caring, and everything changed. After so many years of conflict, can he prove to Lou that his love is real?

New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer revisits three unforgettable tales of love between three lonesome Texas bachelors and the spirited women who lasso their hearts. Long, Tall Texans: Tom. Jacobsville newcomer Tom Walker gives the impression that he's a love-'em-and-leave-'em type, never eager to entrust his heart to a woman. But Elysia Craig soon finds out that's far from the truth. In fact, once love lassoes Tom's heart, he will never let go.... Long, Tall Texans: Drew. Dr. Drew Morris hasn't looked for love since the loss of his beloved wife. The faithful widower doesn't know what hit him when Kitty Carson lands as his assistant. Can unexpected passion heal the good doctor's heart? Long, Tall Texans: Jobe. No one expects heartbreaker cowboy Jobe Dodd to settle down and take a wife. Sandy Regan takes that as a challenge, determined to make the rugged rancher her own. This unexpected love on the range might just tame Jobe for good.

Join New York Times bestseller Diana Palmer as she revisits another unforgettable Long, Tall Texans story! Tom Walker has never believed in true love. A difficult upbringing hardened his heart many years ago, but Elysia Craig is slowly but surely melting his tough exterior. The innocent blonde makes him want to be a different man. But can Tom change from a rough 'n' tumble bachelor to the forever husband Elysia deserves?

New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer heads back to Jacobsville, Texas, for a fan-favorite love story between a widowed loner and his assistant. Dr. Drew Morris has kept to himself ever since his beloved wife passed away years ago. Between his friends and his medical practice, he has plenty to keep him busy-and no time for women. But his beautiful assistant, Kitty Carson, stirs up feelings in him that he had long believed gone. Can the good doctor heal his heart and find a second chance at love?

New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer revisits a classic tale of a rogue rancher falling in love at long last. No one expects heartbreaker cowboy Jobe Dodd to settle down and take a wife. Sandy Regan, his longtime rival, takes that as a challenge. She is determined to make the rugged Texan her own, now and forever. As Sandy and Jobe work on the range together, unexpected sparks fly and set passion ablaze. Can she lasso a cowboy's hardened heart for good? Originally published in 1997 as Jobe in A Long Tall Texan Summer.

BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU WISH FOR… He was everything Tiffany Blair wanted. He was danger. He was love…and she was meant to spend forever with him. Trouble was, Kingman Marshall insisted marriage was for fools. But for better, for worse, Tiffany vowed she'd walk down the aisle as King's bride. King was equally determined to stay away from Tiffany. He was too old, too jaded and too burdened with secrets to indulge in fantasies of happily-ever-after with a sheltered princess. But if he succeeded in pushing her away, could he truly live without her?

Rugged as an oak, moody as a thundercloud, rancher Callaghan Hart awed women and intimidated men. So how could one scrappy little redhead nearly bring Callaghan to his knees? Easy! Tess Brady, the ranch's new housekeeper, was soft and sweet. Her youthful innocence drew him like a moth to a flame. But there was no way Callaghan would ever consider marriage, and a casual fling was out of the question. Somehow, he had to resist her, no matter how tempting she was…

New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer heads back to Jacobsville for a classic Long, Tall Texan romance! Elusive bachelor Luke Craig refuses to be tied down. The gorgeous, blond rancher is too busy working the land to worry about lassoing himself a lady, but he meets his match in feisty young Belinda Jessup. There's something about the beauty that rubs him the wrong way, but at the same time, sparks as hot as a Texas summer fly between them. As these two opposites attract, there might just be a happily-ever-after on the range… Originally published in 1999 as Love With a Long, Tall Texan.

In this classic Long, Tall Texans tale from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer, a wounded tycoon finds love in the Lone Star State. Injured years ago in a car accident, wealthy Christopher Deverell has every material item that he could ever want. But the jaded millionaire has never opened his heart to let a woman in-that is, until he's confronted by determined journalist Della Larson. The pretty young woman is looking to track down Christopher's wayward mother, Tansy, and will stop at nothing to get her story. Christopher refuses to discuss his personal life with someone who will just distort the truth, but there's something about Della that might just change his mind and convince him to open his life to what could become forever love… Originally published in 1999 as Love With a Long, Tall Texan.

Originally published in Love With a Long, Tall Texan

They're long and lean… and impossible to resist. Mavericks through and through. And they have all the ladies in Jacobsville swooning. But not just any woman can tame these rugged Texans and make them give up their bachelor ways. Because when these Long, Tall Texans fall in love, it's for real, for life, no holds barred… LUKE CRAIG: The elusive bachelor. He won't be lassoed-until the most infuriating lady he's ever met careens into his life… CHRISTOPHER DEVERELL: The man on the move. An ambitious reporter is about to break the story of a century-unless he can stop her. GUY FENTON: The rogue. With a bad-boy reputation, he's beyond redemption. Until a prickly publicist vows to bring him to his knees…

Enjoy a tale of true Texas love in New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer's reader-favorite story, Matt Caldwell: Texas Tycoon! Matt Caldwell must be the hardest-hearted man in the Lone Star State. The last thing he wants to do is open up to a woman-let alone trust her! -and risk getting hurt. So he's sworn off spending any time with a member of the fairer sex...until his beautiful new assistant walks through the office door. What's a mogul to do? On the run from her past, Leslie Murray is in need of a protector, stat. And her new boss might just be the one who can guard her present-and protect her future. But when Leslie suddenly finds herself in Matt's strong arms, she wonders if she could be the one to knock down the bachelor's protective walls and finally bring love to this long, tall Texan.

From the moment rancher Rey Hart first set eyes on Meredith Johns, he was mesmerized by the lovely young woman. For not only did Meredith stir his jaded soul with her tempting innocence, he discovered she was a top-notch biscuit maker! Making a place for the beleaguered Meredith on the Hart ranch as his coveted cook turned out to be a cinch compared to breaking the enchanted spell she had cast over this Long, Tall Texan's heart. Now, the hot-tempered cattleman's plan to preserve his bachelorhood was on the verge of backfiring - big-time - because the more he learned about his mysterious housemate, the more he didn't want to let her go.

Five years ago, Judd Dunn, a hard-edged Texas Ranger, put Christabel Gaines's father behind bars where he belonged. But Judd's involvement in Crissy's life was far from over. With their jointly owned ranch on the verge of bankruptcy, Judd wed her in name only, promising to save their land and vowing to ignore the sexual tension between them. Now, just when Judd decides to release Crissy from their sham of a marriage, he is blindsided by a bloodthirsty foe who is setting the stage for unspeakable evil by preying upon Judd's greatest weakness his wife. No longer a starry-eyed schoolgirl, Crissy's a smart, fearless woman with unfulfilled desires. And she will do anything in the name of love including taking a bullet for her husband. With their very lives at stake, Crissy and Judd must confront their darkest demons, their new rivals and their deepest desires and face up to a mutual destiny they cannot outrun.

THE LAST HART BACHELOR GETS LASSOED! As the holiday season approached, the residents of Jacobsville were whispering about Janie Brewster's hopeless crush on Leo Hart. Up till now, all her efforts to lasso the dynamic cattleman had crumbled quicker than those mouthwatering biscuits the Hart men coveted. However, this time the starry-eyed debutante had come up with the perfect self-improvement campaign to dazzle Leo - she'd become a courageous cowgirl! Still, her sudden transformation seemed to rouse Leo's formidable temper more than ever. But was it tender yearning - not dark disdain - that gleamed in his eyes when they kissed beneath the mistletoe? Could the last Hart bachelor be on the verge of taking Janie as his bride?

Ever since DEA agent Alexander Cobb had given Jodie Clayburn a Texas-size brush-off, they'd been sworn enemies. But eight years later, an undercover operation brought them back together again. This cynical Long, Tall Texan couldn't believe the baby-faced schoolgirl was now an understated beauty who electrified his senses and his heart. Or that she'd help him crack the drug-smuggling case that threatened all of Jacobsville. Tantalized to the core, Alexander would risk everything to possess-and protect-the untouched young woman. This fearless secret agent always got his man-or in this case, woman. But this time, would the man in control get caught in his own web of danger…and desire?

He was strong, charming and set in his ways. She was shy, unassuming and achingly innocent. Together, next-door neighbors Jordan Powell and Libby Collins were like oil and water. Yet when Jordan made it his personal crusade to help Libby hold on to her beloved homestead, everyone in Jacobsville knew it was just a matter of time before wedding bells chimed for these sparring partners. And if truth be told, the taciturn rancher wouldn't deny the exquisite tenderness that surged through him every time he pulled Libby into his powerful embrace any more than she could resist his sweet kisses. But a cattleman's pride was a force to be reckoned with. Could Libby accomplish what no woman had before and tame this Long, Tall Texan's restless heart?

Newly appointed police chief Cash Grier makes it his personal mission to keep law and order in the streets of Jacobsville. As a true renegade, Cash has learned never to take anything at face value-especially not his gorgeous sworn enemy, "Georgia Firefly" Tippy Moore. But Tippy is no longer a spoiled Hollywood starlet, just an unassuming beauty who has almost as many skeletons in her closet as Cash. The hard-edged Texan finds himself powerless to resist their explosive chemistry. Just as Cash is about to believe that Tippy might be the one for him, an unforgivable betrayal leads to despair, deceit-and unexpected danger. Now all roads lead to this one pivotal moment that will test the very fabric of a love that had once known no bounds….

New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer revisits those Long, Tall Texans with her classic Carrera's Bride! Notorious Marcus Carrera instills fear in friends and foes alike. One Christmas, though, this hard-hearted Scrooge finds his comeuppance when his destiny collides unexpectedly with beautiful Delia Mason. She's stumbled into the kind of trouble only a man like Marcus can help her resolve. He resolves to assist Delia, but she might just be the one woman who can see beyond the wall he's built up around his heart. When she needs his help the most, can he risk it all and make her his wife once and for all?

New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer revisits a classic tale of second-chance love in Long, Tall Texans: Blake, originally published in 2005 as Boss Man. Tough Texan Blake Kemp considers himself first and foremost a man of the law. He will stop at nothing to avenge the death of the women he loved long ago, even if that means breaking some rules along the way. Despite his best efforts, Blake can't deny his growing feelings for his shy but beautiful assistant, Violet. But can his burgeoning passion replace his need for revenge?

STONE-COLD COWBOY Wealthy Texas cattle rancher J. B. Hammock was proud of his reputation as a heartbreaker. He treated his women well, but they all knew they would never have a permanent status in his life all but one. Innocent Tellie Maddox had been just a girl when she'd been orphaned and had come to live with his family. She was fiercely devoted to J.B., but when that devotion turned into something passionate between them, J.B. knew he had to break yet another heart. Tellie hated him for that until she lost her memory in an accident. Now all she remembered was the closeness she and J.B. once shared. He didn't want to hurt her all over again, but it quickly became clear that there was too much fire between him and Tellie for them to ever just be friends. And the deeper their feelings grew, the more J.B. feared the inevitable return of Tellie's memory. BONUS BOOK INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! In Bed with the Wrangler by USA TODAY bestselling author Barbara Dunlop Amber Hutton knew falling into wrangler Royce Ryder's bed would only be asking for trouble. Though with just one touch from the wealthy playboy, she knew trouble had already found her.

When San Antonio FBI agent Garon Grier buys a ranch in Jacobsville, Texas, the strong, silent loner is hoping to mend some broken family fences. He's not looking for love. Grace Carver grew up in this quiet Texas town, but because of her troubled youth, she's never married-hadn't even thought about it...until Garon. These unlikely allies are brought together by the most difficult case of Garon's career: hunting an escaped child predator whose former victims are all dead. All except one. Now a desperate lawman and the woman who is the lone survivor of a madman's twisted rampage have one chance to put the past to rest....

Revisit a classic tale of Long, Tall Texas passion in Diana Palmer's fan favorite Winter Roses! Handsome, eligible ranch owner Stuart York has never been one to mince words. Ivy Conley, his younger sister's best friend, found that out the hard way. During a night's stay at his Jacobsville ranch, Ivy wound up in Stuart's arms. The resulting fireworks singed them both…and, knowing she was too young, Stuart closed his heart to her. Now, years later, Ivy is determined not to be treated like a little girl anymore. Although still an innocent, Ivy knows she has to fight her own battles, but for some reason Stuart is always fighting them for her, and keeping her from harm. And, safe in Stuart's arms, Ivy feels like a woman-a woman who belongs to him…

Rancher Jared Cameron was a mystery to everyone in Jacobsville, Texas… and he liked it that way. Only sweet-natured bookseller Sara dared to intrude on his privacy-informing the loner that a book on ogres might be more appropriate for a man of his qualities. Charmed by her audaciousness, Jared seduced the town's plain Jane. But their burgeoning relationship soon thrust Sara into Jared's hidden world of intrigue. Now the iron cowboy had to steel himself for the fight of his life…and his heart.

Vicious criminals jeopardize a growing bond in this beloved classic from New York Times bestseller Diana Palmer, originally published in 2008 as Fearless Sent undercover to a Texas farm, DEA agent Rodrigo Ramirez is faced with an unexpected challenge: new co-worker Gloryanne Barnes. Gloryanne is smart, savvy, and fiercely independent, but she comes under fire from the drug cartel Rodrigo is investigating. Posing as a ranch-hand, closed-off Rodrigo puts everything on the line to protect Gloryanne. But is his reckless offer of marriage just a means to completing his mission—or something more?

Diana Palmer delivers a classic tale of cowboy love with Long, Tall Texans: Boone. Rancher Boone Sinclair is the ultimate Long, Tall Texan-reticent, noble and blessed with a Texas-size stubbornness. He's always been beguiled by the lovely Keely Welsh, but he's kept his distance to protect her innocence. Yet Keely's no longer a girl who needs his protection. In fact, she's a woman out to win his heart...

Secrets abound on a Texas ranch. As a teenager, Gracie worshipped her stepbrother, Jason, a strong, silent cowboy who left home early to seek his fortune. Now the wealthy owner of Comanche Wells ranch, Jason has finally come back home and discovered that the little girl he knew is all grown up. In a moment of unbridled passion, Jason realizes that he's falling for Gracie. But Gracie harbors a shameful secret that makes her deeply afraid to love. Stung by her rejection, Jason leaves, ready to put the past--and the one woman he can't have--behind him once more. Gracie thinks she's lost Jason forever. But when danger threatens her she can only hope that her long, tall Texan will come blazing home to save her.

A COWBOY'S PURSUIT Rancher Harley Fowler had a knack for getting himself out of trouble - until trouble runs right into him in the form of whirlwind investigator Alice Jones. Alice has been called to Jacobsville, Texas, after a man's body is discovered. And when her investigation leads her straight back to Harley, he knows this is one fight he has to win. Alice doesn't need help from anyone, particularly a long, tall Texan. And when the friendly cowboy's smile starts to distract her from her work, there's only one thing to do - convince him to marry her. BONUS BOOK INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! Grayson by USA TODAY bestselling author Delores Fossen Sheriff Grayson Ryland promises to protect his old flame Eve Warren. But keeping Eve safe proves almost impossible when they are caught up in a dangerous murder investigation - and an even more dangerous liaison...

Don't miss this fan-favorite tale of love on the range from New York Times beststselling author Diana Palmer, originally published in 2010 as Tough to Tame Gruff Dr. Bentley Rydel tends some of the sickest animals in Jacobsville, Texas. Working for the ruggedly handsome doctor allows Capella "Cappie" Drake a peek inside Bentley's closed-off heart-but the last thing she needs is a man in her life. The innocent insists she's not ready for a man like Bentley, but the sizzling attraction between them is impossible to resist. But can both Cappie and her irresistible boss let down their guards for the love of a lifetime?

Enjoy two classic Lone Star romances from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer! “Connal” For years, Penelope Mathews worshipped C.C. Tremayne from afar. But the gorgeous loner doesn't want anything to do with her, or any woman, since his wife's tragic death. Until one night, when trying to protect C.C. from landing in trouble, Pepi enters a wedding chapel and emerges as Mrs. Connal Cade Tremayne! When C.C. realizes what happened, he plans to end the marriage. Yet the more time he spends with Pepi, the more he realizes he doesn't want to lose her... “Harden” Rancher Harden Tremayne was the toughest, loneliest man to come out of Texas. Until he met Miranda Warren... The lovely widow had an overwhelming passion for the long, lean cowboy. But after she discovered the tragic secret he harbored deep in his soul, would her love be enough to melt his heart?

A spellbinding new instalment in the Long, Tall Texans series. In Tough to Tame New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer welcomes you back to Jacobsville to become reacciuainted with Bentley Rydel. He lives hard and loves fiercely but sometimes it takes the right woman to make a man a hero. This rugged Texan is going to be Tough to Tame!In Passion Flower successful New York interior designer, Jennifer King led a hectic, fast-paced life. So when a sudden illness cost her her job, she jumped at the chance of a working vacation at a Texas ranch. But life with Everett Culhane, the brooding, dark-eyed owner of the Circle C Ranch, was not easy. According to him, their lives were two worlds apart. But when he took her in his arms and branded her lips with his, Jennifer knew that she must make this headstrong cowboy her own.

Tall, lean and headstrong, FBI agent Kilraven lives by his own rules. And one of those rules includes keeping his hands off Jacobsville's resident sweetheart, Winnie Sinclair, no matter the temptation. Shy and innocent, Winnie couldn't handle a man like him - a merciless man with a haunted past. And this small town may hold not only the woman he fights to resist, but the answers to a cold case that is very personal to Kilraven... Winnie has had her own share of sorrow, and senses Kilraven's pain. Even though she tries to deny it, the gentle 911 operator feels a connection with the darkly handsome agent. As they combine forces in a dangerous investigation, the stakes rise ever higher. Winnie's life is on the line, and she'll need Kilraven more than ever. But if they are to have a future together, her ruthless Texan will need to confront his past and risk it all for their love.