Return to the Double-C Ranch

When Isabella Lockhart leaves New York for Weaver, Wyoming, she's keeping a vow, to provide a loving home for her late fiancé's little boy away from the bad influences of the big city. But trouble is this kid's middle name, and right away his antics put Isabella on a collision course with handsome rancher Erik Clay. Not that that's a bad thing! The real problem for Erik is the instant attraction he feels for this beautiful Big Apple transplant. The sworn bachelor just doesn't want to go there. But pretty soon, Erik realizes that he has a vow of his own to keep, to make this wounded woman whole again, starting with her heart.

USA TODAY bestselling author Allison Leigh introduces readers to a reluctant hero-and the woman who just might heal his wounded heart-in this newest addition to her popular miniseries, Return to the Double C! Small town deputy Sloan McCray was making amends for his past. They called him a hero but only he had to live with the difficult choices he'd made. And he certainly wasn't prepared to fall in love again, not even with his beautiful-and innocent-new neighbor, whose very presence was a balm to his troubled soul. There was no doubt in Abby Marcum's mind that Sloan was the guy for her. Though she'd moved to Weaver, Wyoming, to make a better life for her little brother, she saw her future with Sloan. Now she had to convince the man who felt unworthy of love that she and her heart were his for the asking....

Help Wanted: Husband Jane Cohen is in a quandary: she needs a man for her baby plan. Love and marriage are nonnegotiable it's the traditional route or bust. So it's time to cut Casey Clay loose her friend with benefits doesn't do commitment. But this impossible, irresistible man sets the bar awfully high for her husband hunt! No matter how deep Casey's feelings run for the sexy bar owner, when it comes to kids, he can't give her what she wants. And his secrets don't stop there. But as the mistletoe goes up around Weaver, 'tis the season for their moment of truth and their shot at true love.

A NIGHT TO REMEMBER? One night was all they'd had…or had they? Hayley Templeton prides herself on keeping a level head in life and love. But her recent passionate encounter with Seth Banyon turned her world upside down. Hayley knows she planted a kiss on the sexy security expert, but she can't even remember how much further that lip-lock went. This is one dilemma the psychologist can't analyze her way out of… Seth has plenty of secrets that he doesn't need Hayley prying into-least of all, what he's really doing in tiny Weaver, Wyoming. So he's got to get the irresistible woman out of his system…before he is tempted to make himself at home right there in her arms…

A childhood kiss might just lead to happily ever after in the New York Times–bestselling author's contemporary Western romance. Tabby Taggert will never forget Justin Clay's fateful words on the playground-"You might as well just kiss me. It's gonna happen, one way or another." And she'll never forget the resulting childhood kiss that ended in a broken nose! They've been best friends ever since. But four years ago, after a misguided night of passion, Justin went from best friend to worst heartbreak in Tabby's book. Now he's back in Weaver, Wyoming. The closer they get, the more Tabby wants to run. And when she takes a drastic step to escape, it might be time for Justin to call her bluff-just like he did on the playground-and make her his bride . . .

'Tis the season for second chances... and secrets! Forget the mistletoe maneuvers. Kelly Rasmussen isn't planning on having that reunion kiss with Dr. Caleb Buchanan any time soon. Things had long ago gone south for these former high school sweethearts. Except for that one night six years ago - which resulted in an explosive secret Kelly's kept till this very day. Now career and family have brought them both back to Weaver, Wyoming. Their unavoidable clashes - and instant chemistry - make them realize this town isn't big enough for the two of them. Or three of them - counting Kelly's son. Because there's something about that little boy... For one thing, he has Caleb's eyes

A wild night in Sin City leaves a Wyoming cowgirl with an unexpected husband in this contemporary Western romance. Hometown girl Penny Garner is having a Vegas moment: waking up in bed with her teenage crush, a ring on her finger. Then there's the matter of the marriage certificate. How did that happen? The jury's out on whether it's Penny's dream come true or worst nightmare. Quinn Templeton has to wonder what they actually did that night, too. And when they get back to Weaver, Wyoming, the air force pararescueman can't just ignore the real feelings for his fake bride-especially if Penny's pregnant. Will they remember what brought them to the altar in the first place . . . and maybe sign up for a repeat performance?

Christmas Miracle...or Christmas Mayhem? When Lincoln Swift finds a two-month-old infant on his doorstep, it's panic time! Still, he takes the child in, believing she's his MIA brother's unless a DNA test proves otherwise. Then he turns to social worker and old friend Maddie Templeton for help. But his relationship with Maddie is complicated by past beefs and a present attraction that grows ever fiercer as they bond over the baby. Linc knows this instant family could be taken away from him in a heartbeat. Will he propose a more permanent arrangement to Maddie just for the baby's sake? Or will she drive a hard bargain of her own, holding out for the truest Christmas gift a man could give?

Making a case…for courtship! Is he getting too close to this damsel in distress? Coming to the rescue of a wronged colleague is all in a day’s work for Wyoming attorney Archer Templeton. But Nell Brewster isn’t just any lawyer; Archer has long had his eye on his stepsister’s best friend. She accepts his help but when their motion to dismiss a growing attraction is overruled by a one-night stand, there are unexpected consequences…

She’ll give him the benefit of the doubt—in the spirit of Christmas. Her Christmas guest is too good to be true! When wealthy investor Gage Stanton arrives at Rory McAdams’s struggling guest ranch, she’s suspicious. Is he just there to learn the ranching ropes or to get her to give up the property? One thing she quickly gives up is her heart… Until Gage’s jealous brother—and Gage’s own shocking secret—threaten to derail a holiday fling that was beginning to feel like anything but. From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Return to the Double C

In New York Times bestselling author Allison Leigh's latest book in the Return to the Double C miniseries, she wants to trust him, but can she trust herself to let him in? Could she finally fall in love… With her baby’s father? When Megan Forrester succumbs to one remarkable night with Nick Ventura and finds herself pregnant, the fiercely independent horse trainer resolves to raise the baby herself. But when Nick becomes the architect on a ramshackle Wyoming ranch Megan’s helping friends turn into a guest resort, that resolve soon weakens. After all, Nick’s the total package—gorgeous, capable and persistent. Not to mention the father of her child! If only she could tell him… From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Return to the Double C

Don't miss this single dad romance by New York Times bestselling author Allison Leigh, part of her Return to the Double C series. What she needs: a hard reset. What she gets: a rancher to the rescue? Recovering attorney Rosalind Pastore is starting over, new town, new career, new lease on life. And when, she buys a dog grooming business in Weaver, Wyoming, she gets a new neighbor in gruff, guarded rancher Trace Powell. The single dad doesn't let the city girl forget she's out of her depth in ranching country. But soon, she gets past his defenses and they're both in too deep. Does giving in to their feelings mean a chance to heal...or will Ros's old life come back to haunt her?

Two opposites share a thrilling connection in this “Return to the Double C” novel by New York Times bestselling author Allison Leigh. The heiress, the mechanic...and the kiss that changes everything Delia Templeton is adrift, unlucky in love, unsure of the next step in her career. When she's tapped to run her wealthy grandmother's new charitable foundation, she has a new purpose, and finds herself dealing with Mac Jeffries, the stranger who gave her a bracing New Year's kiss. Turns out the taciturn mechanic volunteers with the local youth group the foundation is funding. Working together gives Delia and Mac ample opportunity to butt heads...and revisit that first kiss as Valentine's Day fast approaches.