Hometown Heartbreakers

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery comes the first story in the fan-favorite Hometown Heartbreakers series. Elizabeth Abbot is new to town, and she's finally getting a fresh start. She's endured enough heartbreak at the hands of her deceitful ex-husband and is determined to provide a happy life for her daughter. That's exactly why she should stay away from Travis Haynes, the sheriff of Glenwood, with his trademark Stetson and sexy smile. With all of her broken heart, Elizabeth longs to trust the legendary lawman, to let him past the walls she has built up so carefully. But will her shattered past forever hold her hostage, even from a love that could make her whole? Originally published in 1994.

Don't miss the second book in #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery's classic Hometown Heartbreakers series Rebecca Chambers is in a bind. A tragic fire has left her home for orphaned children destroyed. Now with nowhere to go she turns to the wealthy and very tempting Austin Lucas for help. She needs to use his massive house to temporarily give the children somewhere to live. But, after a stormy evening becomes a night of passion, gentle Rebecca captures Austin's attention-and his desire. Has the small-town saint led the sinner to salvation? Or can Austin really be trusted with Rebecca's heart? Originally published in 1995.

Read the last book in #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery's classic Hometown Heartbreakers series Single mom Sandy Walker came to Glenwood seeking a quiet, friendly place to raise her three children. No way is she looking for a walk on the wild side with notorious bachelor Kyle Haynes. So what if the impossibly sexy deputy enthralls her kids and makes Sandy's blood run hot -she needs a provider, not an adventurer. For sixteen years, Kyle has been harboring a crush on Sandy. Yet she insists he isn't father material. But Sandy doesn't realize he's been in training ever since he met her -and he'll do whatever it takes to prove it. Originally published in 1995.

Sparks fly between a handsome single father and his new nanny in this fan-favorite love story from New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery! Rugged police officer Craig Haynes comes from a long line of heartbreakers. But he's hoping to change that...especially when it comes to Jill Bradford, his sons' new nanny. Two parts sweetness, one part-sin, the pint-sized redhead proves to be a miracle-worker with his three rambunctious boys. Except Jill Bradford isn't looking to open her wary heart to anyone. Will the Haynes family turn out to be what's she been looking for all along? Originally published in 1996.

A reader-favorite story of love, loss and finding family from #1New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery.., Computer consultant Parker Hamilton's life is thrown into a tailspin when a woman named Erin Ridgway suddenly shows up on his doorstep, claiming that he is the father of her four-year-old niece, Christie. But how can Parker be a father? What will he say to his long-lost daughter? And why is the beautiful Erin suddenly giving him a chance to be part of Christie's life? After Erin Ridgway's sister dies in childbirth, Erin promises herself she'll do everything she can for her sister's baby, and that includes finding the baby's father. When she finally meets the reclusive Parker, she wants to give him the chance to know his daughter, but what could a lonely millionaire know about raising a little girl? And is she just imagining the chemistry between her and Parker?

Revisit this heartwarming fan-favorite holiday love story between a firefighter and a shy antique store owner from New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery! When firefighter Jordan Haynes rescues Holly Garrett's mischievous cat, Mistletoe, from her burning apartment, he winds up in the hospital. Holly, a shy, innocent 28-year-old, feels so bad about Jordan's injuries that she stops by his hospital bed and begins visiting him at home, as well. Soon she's not only preparing his evening meals but also giving him sponge baths, and she definitely isn't prepared for the sexy glances Jordan throws her way or the feelings that he awakens in her. Jordan knows that Holly is awkward and inexperienced, but there's something so bewitching about her, and he just can't let her be alone for Christmas. No, he can play the needy patient for as long as it takes to convince Holly to keep him company through the holidays-if not longer. Originally published in 2005.

A fake marriage leads to very real feelings in this classic love story from New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery! Hannah Pace needed a pretend husband-fast! She lied to her long-lost mother about being married, and now she had to produce the groom. So she hired hometown bad boy Nick Archer. Though he wasn't every mother's dream, he sure was Hannah's hottest fantasy.... Trouble was, Nick relished the part a bit too much. Dizzying kisses, heated glances, tender touches. Minute by minute, Nick's paid performance was feeling all too real. And soon Hannah wanted him to be a husband for life... Originally published in 1997

“Good Husband Material” by #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery When Kari Asbury left Possum Landing, Texas, for New York City eight years ago, she was thinking only of the future, not of her ex-boyfriend, Gage, the one she left without saying goodbye. Gage Reynolds had planned to propose to Kari on the night of her prom but instead he finds himself jilted and abandoned without a word. Shocked and heartbroken, Gage does his best to move on, building a life in Possum Landing and working his way up to becoming the town sheriff. He's all but forgotten Kari, until she comes back to sell her grandmother's house and turns his carefully built world upside down. “Hometown Hero's Redemption” by Jill Kemerer Firefighter Drew Gannon needs help when he becomes guardian to a troubled ten-year-old boy. To get former social worker Lauren Pierce to agree, he'll have to prove he's changed from the sports jock she knew back in high school. Lauren wants no part of her old profession, or a reunion with Drew. But a desperate boy and his handsome guardian may be more than Lauren can resist...

When sparks begin to fly between two ex-lovers, the passion that re-ignites may be too hot to resist in this small-town favorite from New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery! Kari Asbury never quite expected to find herself back in her hometown of Possum Landing, Texas. When she left for New York City eight years ago, she was thinking only of the bright future that awaited her-certainly not of her ex-boyfriend, Gage, the one she left without saying goodbye. Gage Reynolds had planned to propose to Kari on the night of her prom but, instead, he finds himself jilted, abandoned without a word from the love of his life. Shocked, betrayed and heartbroken, Gage does his best to move on, building a life for himself in Possum Landing and working his way up to becoming the town sheriff. He's all but forgotten Kari-until she returns to town to sell her grandmother's house and turns his carefully built world upside down.

Fall back in love with Haley and Kevin in Susan Mallery's fan-favorite tale of growing up, finding yourself and falling in love Haley Foster has lived her entire life for other people. Her preacher father and the residents of her tiny hometown have an opinion for everything, including what she should do, what she should wear and even the person she ought to marry. Somewhere along the way, she's lost her sense of self. But not anymore. Now Haley is determined to live on her own terms and do all the things good preachers' daughters don't do-starting with Kevin Harmon. The injured US Marshal needs a ride from Kansas to his home in Texas. Haley has a car, and she owes him a favor. And he knows a lot more about being bad than she does. A few days with just the two of them in her tiny convertible and intimate hotel rooms… It'll be fun, it'll be passionate and it will be an unforgettable experience. At least, that's her plan. He just doesn't know it yet.

Lose yourself in this fan-favorite tale of growing up, finding yourself, and falling in love from New York Times #1 bestselling author Susan Mallery! Haley Foster has lived her entire life for other people. Her preacher father and the residents of her tiny hometown have an opinion for everything, including what she should do, what she should wear and even the person she ought to marry. Somewhere along the way, she's lost her sense of self. But not anymore. Now Haley is determined to live on her own terms and do all the things good preachers' daughters don't do-starting with helping Kevin Harmon. The injured US Marshal needs a ride from Kansas to his home in Texas. Haley has a car, and she owes him a favor. And he knows a lot more about being bad than she does. A few days with just the two of them in her tiny convertible and intimate hotel rooms... it'll be fun, it'll be passionate, and it will be an unforgettable experience. At least, that's her plan. He just doesn't know it yet.

Sometimes love shows up where you least expect it...maybe even right to your front door in this fan-favorite story from New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery! Stephanie Wynne has given up on finding a man who can help her raise her kids instead of acting like one himself-as her late husband did most of the time. No, she's in control of her own life now. Maybe she's just a little lonely, but there are temporary solutions for that... FBI negotiator Nash Harmon is trained to be cool and detached in every situation. But when he comes to Stephanie's Bed & Breakfast, he finds that something about her lively family just draws him in. For the first time in a long time, he starts to realize why people have ties...

#1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery brings you a fan-favorite story about how learning to trust can make us stronger than we can ever be alone. D. J. Monroe has to be at the very top of her game: it's her job and her life to teach people how to defend themselves. She needs to be the best-trained and the most highly skilled fighter in order to protect herself and others. So when Special Forces expert Quinn Reynolds defeats her, she vows to give him whatever he wants in exchange for his instruction. After all, if he can best her, she has to do better. But he wants the one thing D. J. isn't prepared to give-herself. Quinn asks too many questions. Makes her feel too much. He sees through too many of her defenses. And what he offers is a lifetime of happiness. But can D. J. trust him enough to seize that chance? Book 10 in Susan Mallery's Hometown Heartbreakers series Previously Published.

Don't miss these three classic tales of small town romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery Hometown Heartbreakers series The Best Bride Elizabeth Abbot is new to town, and she's finally getting a fresh start. She's endured enough heartbreak and she is determined to provide a happy life for her daughter. That's exactly why she should stay away from Travis Haynes, the sheriff of Glenwood, with his trademark Stetson and sexy smile. Will her shattered past forever hold her hostage, even from a love that could make her whole? Marriage on Demand Rebecca Chambers is in a bind. A tragic fire has left her home for orphaned children destroyed. Now with nowhere to go she turns to the wealthy and very tempting Austin Lucas for help. Gentle Rebecca has captured Austin's attention-and his desire. Has the small-town saint led the sinner to salvation? Or can Austin really be trusted with Rebecca's heart? Father in Training Single mom Sandy Walker has no interest in tangling with notorious bachelor Kyle Haynes-not when she has three children to raise. Unfortunately, the impossibly sexy deputy enthralls her kids and makes Sandy's blood run hot. For sixteen years, Kyle has been harboring a crush on Sandy. Yet she insists he isn't father material. But Sandy doesn't realize he's been in training ever since he met her -and he'll do whatever it takes to prove it. Previously published.

Don't miss these three fan-favorite tales of small-town romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery Hometown Heartbreakers series! Part-Time Wife Rugged police officer Craig Haynes comes from a long line of heartbreakers. But he's hoping to change that...especially when it comes to Jill Bradford, his sons' new nanny. Two parts sweetness, one part-sin, the pint-sized redhead proves to be a miracle-worker with his three rambunctious boys. Except Jill Bradford isn't looking to open her wary heart to anyone. Will the Haynes family turn out to be what's she been looking for all along? Originally published in 1996 Holly and Mistletoe When firefighter Jordan Haynes rescues Holly Garrett's mischievous cat, Mistletoe, from her burning apartment, he winds up in the hospital. Holly, a shy, innocent 28-year-old, feels so bad about Jordan's injuries that she stops by his hospital bed and begins visiting him at home, as well. Soon she's not only preparing his evening meals but also giving him sponge baths, and she definitely isn't prepared for the sexy glances Jordan throws her way or the feelings that he awakens in her. Jordan knows that Holly is awkward and inexperienced, but there's something so bewitching about her, and he just can't let her be alone for Christmas. No, he can play the needy patient for as long as it takes to convince Holly to keep him company through the holidays-if not longer. Originally published in 1996 Husband by the Hour Hannah Pace needed a pretend husband-fast! She lied to her long-lost mother about being married, and now she had to produce the groom. So she hired hometown bad boy Nick Archer. Though he wasn't every mother's dream, he sure was Hannah's hottest fantasy.... Trouble was, Nick relished the part a bit too much. Dizzying kisses, heated glances, tender touches. Minute by minute, Nick's paid performance was feeling all too real. And soon Hannah wanted him to be a husband for life... Originally published in 1997