The Lawman S Convenient Family

“Judy really has a way with Western romances and handsome cowboys!” —#1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller He’d always been a loner—until one case changed his life. . . Growing up in a broken home had made Detective Adam Santiago wary of getting attached—to anyone. Even his work as a mentor at the local youth center leaves him certain that he’s not meant to be a family man . . . Until he meets the new music therapist at Kidville. Julie Chapman knows Adam is the last person on earth she should be drawn to. She’s the marrying type, and he’s intent on avoiding commitment at all costs! When two orphans are at risk of being separated, Adam must set aside his insecurities to keep the young brother and sister together. Julie’s willing to do anything to help — even become Adam’s pretend bride — to get the children’s traditional social worker on their side. But as she falls head over heels for her the guarded cop, will this marriage of convenience become an affair of the heart? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Discover more true-to-life stories in the Rocking Chair Rodeo series. All books are stand-alone but were published in the following order: 1. Roping in the Cowgirl 2. The Bronc Rider’s Baby 3. A Cowboy Family Christmas 4. The Soldier’s Twin Surprise 5. The Lawman’s Convenient Family 6. The Cowboy’s Secret Family

FIRST COMES MARRIAGE Feisty, fearless Jody Bravo's set to do everything for her baby. She doesn't need anything from anyone—especially the stepbrother of her baby's late father. But lawman Seth Yancy won't leave her to face parenthood alone, no matter how prepared she is. And even though Jody resists, soon she's taken in completely by his charms—and agrees to be his wife… THEN COMES LOVE? Hunky Sheriff Yancy's not without his fair share of admirers in Justice Creek. After a terrible tragedy years before, though, he's faced life alone. Now the real-life woman of his dreams just happens to be his bride—and pregnant with the child of his heart, if not his reality. So "father" is a role that will come naturally to Seth. And will "husband" really be that far behind?

Harlequin® Special Edition brings you three new titles for one great price, available now! These are heartwarming, romantic stories about life, love and family. This Special Edition box set includes: THE COWBOY’S LOVE LESSON Forever, Texas by Marie Ferrarella Ever since Clint Washburn’s wife left, he’s built up defenses to keep everyone in Forever out—including his son. Now the boy’s teacher, Wynona Chee, is questioning his parenting! And Clint is experiencing feelings he thought long dead. Wynona has her homework cut out for her if she’s going to teach this cowboy to love again. THE LAWMAN’S CONVENIENT FAMILY Rocking Chair Rodeo by Judy Duarte When Adam Santiago teams up with music therapist Julie Chapman to save two young orphans, pretty soon his heart’s a goner, too! Julie’s willing to do anything—even become Adam’s pretend bride—to keep a brother and sister together. Will this marriage of convenience become an affair of the heart? WINNING CHARLOTTE BACK Sweet Briar Sweethearts by Kathy Douglass Dr. Rick Tyler just moved in next door to Charlotte Shields. She thought she’d seen the last of him when he abandoned her at the altar, but he’s determined to make the move work for his young son. Will he get a second chance with Charlotte in the bargain?

Two inspirational historical novels featuring couples who marry for convenience but stay together for love in the nineteenth-century America. “The Marshal’s Ready-Made Family” by Sherri Shackelford Just as she’s resigned to a lifetime alone, a misunderstanding forces spirited JoBeth McCoy into a marriage of convenience. Wedding the town’s handsome marshal Garrett Cain offers a chance at motherhood, caring for Garrett’s orphaned niece. Yet when unexpected danger threatens to expose a long-buried secret, they’ll need a leap of faith to turn their makeshift union into a real family. “Conveniently Wed” by Angel Moore To save her family’s homestead, Daisy Mosley is willing to marry a rugged cowboy who thinks he knows best. But though the widowed mother of two takes childhood friend Tucker Barlow into her home as her husband, she isn’t ready to welcome him into her heart. Can Tucker show Daisy that he’s more than just a practical groom—he is worthy of her love?

Star-crossed teenage lovers finally reunite for a second chance Losing Miranda broke Matt Grimes’s heart—and kept him from knowledge of his impending fatherhood. Now Miranda Contreras has returned to Rocking Chair, Texas—with their eight-year-old daughter. In search of safe haven, this runaway bride needs to regroup. Matt should be angry! What other secrets is Miranda keeping? But all he sees is a chance to be the family they were meant to be.

"No more detours!" That was the promise Angelina Lord made to herself when she accepted a ride from a wedding in Texas, with the best man to her destination in Santa Fe, New Mexico. What could possibly go wrong? Angelina is focused on one thing–opening a fashion boutique in Santa Fe. What she really doesn’t need is one full-of-himself lawman with his aggravating air of superiority and soul-searing eyes…not to mention heart-stopping kisses…coming to her rescue. If she lets him get too close to the truth, he could bring down the wall she erected around her well-ordered life and her heart. United States Marshal Jace Blackhawke holds family and traditions as the center of his life. He isn’t part of Angie’s world and she certainly isn’t part of his. Will their differences prove to be too insurmountable in the face of the truth that will not stay silent?

During an era when many women concentrated on hearth and home, thousands of women quietly and without pay served in law enforcement. They organized, administered, presented reports to county commissioners, prepared for inspections, comforted victims, disciplined unruly inmates, fought with escapees, rode shotgun with their husbands as backup, and raised children, tended gardens, and kept house. They risked their lives every day and some paid the ultimate price. This is their story. The office of county sheriff has existed in America since 1634. Between 1800 and 1960, families of the sheriff lived in or near the jail. All family members, young and old, worked alongside the lawman to fulfill the required duties, without additional pay. The mom and pop jail was truly a family business. After the middle of the 20th century, fewer families carried on this tradition as counties modernized and jails became professionalized.

Will true love strike twice… …at the Furever Paws shelter? Army vet Matt Fielding is back—for good—and finding a puppy for his niece. He’s also avoiding Claire Asher, his high school ex—spotted at the local animal shelter! He can’t refuse her offer of puppy training, but soon their friendly reunion brings back memories of their teenage love, and sparks fly. Will their rekindled affair lead Matt to put a ring on it?