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When Elizabeth Robb left Three Creeks, she never expected to returnEven after all these years she's not ready to face her painful past, and only a request from her elderly grandmother could bring her back to town. She hopes her arrival will escape notice and that she can leave as quietly as she's come, but she doesn't really expect that to happen. For Elizabeth, there is just too much family and too much history in Three Creeks.But once Elizabeth meets Jack McKinnon, her grandmother's mysterious new neighbor, she begins to believe there might be some good to come from a long journey home. If only Jack didn't have as much in his past as Elizabeth….

He was her first love At Twin Falls High School, Gil Harper and Clare Morgan were inseparable—until the murder of a classmate tore their world, and their relationship, apart. Gil was a prime suspect in the murder, and although he was quickly cleared of all charges, Clare was never sure why Gil hadn’t told her the whole story of his relationship with Rina Thomas. Their trust was shattered, and their plans for the future were buried along with the truth about Rina’s murder. Now, years later, Clare returns to her hometown, where she is troubled by thoughts of what might have been. Could she and Gil have lived “happily ever after,” like her friends Laura and Dave? Clare is finally getting a chance to find out….

Home sweet home! Award-winning journalist Edie Robinson has come home to help out. But she’s back for only a month. Much as she loves her family, that’s all she can take of small-town life and her elderly mother’s constant complaints: “Why can’t you be like your married sister? Why did you buy the single-ply toilet paper? When are you going to settle down? No wonder you’re forty and still don’t have a husband.” When Edie meets the new school principal, Peter Darling, she’s determined to fight the instant attraction she feels. After all, her stay in Little Hills, Missouri, is only temporary, while Peter and his four young daughters are happy with their new home. But love has a way of changing perspectives. Now Edie’s beginning to see her home, her family—and her future—through new eyes.

It takes a funeral to drag bad boy Christian Kelly back to his rural New Zealand hometown. He'd do just about anything to blow out of town for the last time. And never see Kezia Rose again. His first love. And the only woman he'd ever hurt. But when they find out Kezia's going to lose her family's century-old hotel, Christian genuinely wants to help. Except Kezia won't let him. And neither will her grandmother—according to the last will and testament and a long-forgotten IOU he'd given the dear, exasperating old woman. So, what next? If the will says he can't buy out the hotel, he'll just have to turn it around by the end of the month. And maybe by then Kezia will understand why he left…and why being near her is breaking his heart all over again.

What really happened? Libby Wilson needs to find out if her father—the father she never knew—was murdered. He died on the day he was going to marry her mother when the plane he was piloting crashed into an Alaskan lake. It was never found. His business partner, who disapproved of the match, gained the fortune that should have gone to Libby and her mother. Libby has come to Evening Lake to solve the mystery of her father’s death. But she can’t do it alone. Carson Dodge runs a salvage company, and he’s the only one who can help her. Carson is intrigued by Libby’s mission…and by Libby herself. Together they have one chance to rewrite history, correct past wrongs and maybe even fall in love.

Man with a Past by Kay Stockham released on May 09, 2006 is available now for purchase.

Jesse Filmore has a new life waiting for him. There's just one thing he has to do first—face his painful past in New Springs. This dusty desert town is filled with bad memories, not to mention the accusing looks of all the people he once called friends. So as soon as he can sell his mother's house, he's out of here. But then Julia Adams shows up, son in tow. A constant reminder of all the things he can't have—and even more reason to bury his ghosts here and move on. But how can Jesse desert his best friend's widow…and the woman he secretly loves?

Looking for answers, finding love? Leaving home wasn’t hard for Erin McNulty and she had no plans to return. Ever . Until she gets a phone call… The aunt who raised her has been killed in a car accident, and her father, Charlie, is in critical condition. Back in her hometown, police officer Colin Barrett informs her there was no accident—someone was trying to kill her father. Colin has no idea who—or why. Together, he and Erin probe Charlie’s past for answers. But that’s not the only answer Colin wants. He needs to know whether he and Erin have any chance at happiness. For Erin, coming home means learning the truth about family…and the truth about love. GOING BACK What if you discovered that all you ever wanted were the things you left behind?

" ...found a place on my keeper shelf."  Brenda Novak for Season of Change by Melinda Curtis. What do you do with your life if you peaked at age 12?  If you're Annie Raye, numbers whiz and former Black Jack champion, you try to be like everyone else, with a normal job, forgetting your past.  Which would be fine if you hadn't married an embezzler and had to start all over in a new town applying for a new job and needed to pass a background check conducted by a tall, sexy stranger who doesn't realize you're no trouble at all. The Vegas Series: Count on Love (Book 1): Sam & Annie A Marriage Between Friends (Book 2): Vince & Jill What other authors are saying about Melinda's books: "Wonderfully entertaining..." Jayne Ann Krentz "Mel's an author not to miss!" Kate Douglas. "Melinda Curtis knows romance, sports, and humor, and she makes all three sing in Amber Rules."  Eileen Rendahl. Melinda Curtis is an award winning, USA Today bestselling author.  She writes fun, emotional reads - sometimes steamy, like her Hollywood Rules series as Mel Curtis, and sometimes sweet, like her Harmony Valley series for Harlequin Heartwarming and her Bridesmaid series as Melinda Curtis.

Who'd have thought that Delaney McBride would come back to her Wisconsin hometown?where Mike Connery still lives!?to plan weddings? Not Delaney, the upwardly mobile career woman who doesn't believe in storybook endings. Certainly not Delaney, the insecure teenager who never got over her girlhood crush on Mike. If it weren't for her inheritance, Delaney would be so out of there, as far away from the irresistible-as-ever man as she could get. But it's either take over her great-aunt's wedding-planning business or lose everything. So here she is, creating happy endings for real-life Cinderellas while still secretly pining for Mike. At the rate she's going, Delaney's heading straight for happily never after. Unless?is it possible??the single father is just as secretly pining for her.?

To Eli, the soul of my soul, the beat of my heart The sentimental words of a love-struck girl.Gabriela Navarro had inscribed them in a book backwhen she'd believed she and Eli Wolverton wouldalways be together. Before he'd abandoned her. Eli had to leave her, though—to protect her. Just as hehas to protect her now, when she is facing a deadlythreat she doesn't even know about. But this time Eli won't walk out on the only personwho's ever believed in him. This time he'll be there tokeep Gaby safe…whether she wants his help or not.Because when Gaby looks into his eyes, he knows shestill means those words she wrote so long ago.

Nick Logan had a gift for counseling teens who came from violent homes, but his job at the Rockford Crime Victims' Center wasn't easy. Three years ago he and Madelyn Walsh had started out as coworkers and turned into lovers. Until he'd broken their engagement, convinced anyone else would make a better husband. Now Madelyn was "Dr." Walsh and the boss. Their new relationship was about rules—not romance—and she wasn't about to let herself fall for him again. But time had taught Nick a thing or two about love—like not worrying too much about being wrong for her if she was right for him….

Nothing's harder than moving back to your hometown after you've hit rock bottom—unless it's telling your high school sweetheart he's the father of your nine-year-old daughter. Diana Smith still has feelings for Tyler Benson. But they're not lovesick kids anymore. He's a straight-arrow prosecutor, and she's a single mom struggling to make a fresh start. And there's the not-so-little matter of her lie coming between them. Worse, she learns that revealing her secret will ruin Tyler. Diana protected him from the truth once before. Now she has to risk her own future to do it again.

Garret Logan's dead fiancée just walked into his pub. It's been seven years since Colleen died in a car accident, but he hasn't been able to break free of her memory. And now she's back with a new name, claiming not to remember him. Jo Carroll has traveled to Tennessee looking for answers. She's lived a sheltered life since the accident that erased her memory, but now has to face that everything she knew may have been a lie. As the truth emerges, the feelings between her and Garret grow and she's drawn into his world. Before she can commit, however, she needs to know if he loves the woman she was…or the one she's become.

This is so not what she expected. Promise Lake is supposed to launch single mom Emmy Van Amsted's new life. It's not supposed to be her past revisited. But thanks to the unwelcome tenant in the family home, that's exactly what's happening. And the tenant is none other than her college sweetheart Aidan Caldwell—the man whose marriage proposal she turned down flat. The awkwardness doesn't end there, however. Emmy is still very attracted to Aidan. But she has a clear vision for her future. Which is why she can't get involved with him…no matter what sparks fly between them. That's just asking for trouble, isn't it? Or is Aidan her chance to create the family she's always wanted?

Now that his rodeo career is over, Kade Danning has nowhere else to crawl but back home. He wishes he could just keep his head down, fix up his father's abandoned ranch and then sell it so he can afford to spend more time with his daughter. Move back, then move on—quickly. Unfortunately, after ten long years he can't avoid Libby Hale. Kade has loved Libby all his life and he'd give his championship titles never to have hurt her. But he did. And convincing her to forgive him is the hardest challenge he's ever faced—in or out of the arena.

It's been years since Callie Hunter shook the dust of this town from her shoes. Now she belongs in Oak Hollow no more than her stilettos do. Yet here she is—back to settle her aunt's estate. Nothing has changed…except for David Langley. The golden boy who captured her heart seems absent from the tough guy who wants nothing to do with her. Fine. Good. She has a duty to do, then she's gone. Except that David has more than his fair share of legal troubles. That hint of need about him draws her in as though they parted only yesterday. She's got the legal talent to clear his name. And she just might have the heart to save him.

The last time Annie Greer saw Eden Bay was in her rearview mirror. And she'd keep it that way if not for the SOS from the only family she has. While she may have come home, she has no intention of reconnecting with the town that thinks the worst of her. Too bad fate has different plans—namely Kyle Becker. Despite her attempts to avoid him, the attraction between them grows. But can they overcome their shared history? The obstacle seems too great. Then Kyle gives her a letter—a voice from the past—that could hold the key to their future.

IN SPIRIT CREEK, THE SECRETS OUTNUMBER THE POPULATION… Former bad boy Cole St. Germaine burned his bridges years ago when he turned his back on the small mountain town where he grew up. Nothing can atone for the pain and suffering he caused so many people...including the love of his life. When he’s summoned home to help his elderly mother, he plans to get in and get out. Fast. But in this small town, there’s no escape from the truth. Serena Matlock trusted Cole with all her heart and soul, and he broke that trust in the worst possible way. She wants him gone...yesterday. Her life is finally exactly as she wants it, and she plans to keep it that way. But when she’s forced to enlist Cole’s help to find her twin brother, missing in the desolate Arizona mountains, she’s reminded of the love and passion she and Cole once shared. When old emotions burst into flame, hope springs anew. But can their relationship be rekindled into a forever love…despite the huge secret she’s hidden from him all these years? Dark secrets, misguided loyalties, heartbreaking betrayal, love, and passion… You’ll find it all in Spirit Creek TRUST ME is the second book in The Secrets of Spirit Creek series. Three best friends, three love stories with life-altering secrets. While the books can be read in order, each story is complete and can stand alone.

Dealing with unexpected twists isn't new for Hailey Maddox. Despite everything, she's managed to create the perfect life for her daughter. Oh, except for one tiny thing. A ghost from the past in the form of JT McNulty, her first love. When he arrives to attend his mother's funeral, Hailey's not surprised—she's terrified. After fifteen years of avoiding the truth, she's got no choice but to come clean—to her daughter and to him. And Hailey still has feelings for this man who's literally too good to be true. Will JT ever forgive her for what she's done? Will she ever convince him she'd never hurt him? Well, not again, anyway.

Maddie's teenage crush humiliated her fifteen years ago. Now Quinn runs the Otter Tail pub that Maddie inherited and needs to sell. Too bad Maddie's high school crush on Quinn is still alive and kicking. Quinn wants to buy the pub, but can’t afford Maddie’s price, so he plays dirty. His smile, bright blue eyes, and broad shoulders are just his initial bid. As they get reacquainted, they realize someone else has plans for the pub. Plans that endanger Maddie and Quinn – and the rest of Otter Tail. Can Maddie and Quinn save the pub? Can they put their past behind to create a future together?

When Walker Barnes walked into Jen Summers' catering event, all the shame, guilt and regret for what she'd done to him in high school roared back to life. As well as the feelings she's once had for him. But this Walker isn't the shy, awkward geek from high school -- he's tough, successful, brilliant, confident… and sexy. And he hasn't forgotten how she used him. Hasn't forgiven her, either. This Walker is looking for payback. How on earth can she be falling for him all over again?

Callie's back—and that spells T-R-O-U-B-L-E Is Callie McCarran serious? Breezing into town years later, expecting to "make peace"? Nathan Marcenek isn't buying. He's already had a taste of her drive-by affection and, as fabulous as it was, he isn't interested in another hit. He'll give her points for daring, though. Here she is, in his newspaper office, asking for freelance assignments while she wraps up some old business. Help her out? No way. Trust her again? Not this time. Over her? Nathan's not so sure about that one. Seems the old chemistry is still there—on both sides. Could that spell L-O-V-E for this unlikely pair?

A lump of coal landed in Sylvie Stark's stocking. Bad enough she's been passed over for promotion, now she learns her new boss is none other than her old love, Chase McCann. No matter. She refuses to let him distract her from her job. Easier said than done. The more office time they share, the harder it is to fight the undeniable attraction, and soon her long-ago wishes are coming true. But their clashes over the fate of the business threaten the festive spirit between them, and one of them could end up on the naughty list. Or maybe this Christmas she will get everything she wants. After all, it is the most wonderful time of the year.

Stepping into her Oregon hometown, Paige Matthews remembers why she left. Being the subject of the local rumor mill should be old hat to her. Maybe the reason she's a little touchier this time around is her son. One look at him and there's no doubt Logan Powell is his father. With the past between her and Logan, the gossips have a field day with that. The grown-up Logan is very appealing, but is he parent material? Paige's top priority is giving her son the family he deserves. Can she and Logan do that? Can they overlook their differences? The attraction simmering between them suggests they might be partway there….

The story was for her own good. No matter how many times Cal Collins repeats this he still regrets breaking Cassandra Brennan's heart. Yet what choice did he have all those years ago? The truth would have destroyed her family. But Cassie is back in her South Georgia home once more, and Cal is rethinking that decision. From the moment they meet again all those intense feelings reignite and he wants another chance. First, he'll have to win her trust, which means revealing the truth. Then he can prove that a future with him is for her own good now.

He's a real game-changer No better way to kick off her career than a fabulous weekend with a rock-star journalist! When Melody "Mel" Ramirez and Noah Stone part ways after those intense days, she knows nothing will stop her rise to the top as a news photographer. Nothing except a positive pregnancy test. Suddenly, Mel trades chasing breaking news with the routines of a single mom. Then Noah reappears. None of the intensity from that weekend has gone away. If anything, their attraction is stronger, thanks to the son they share. But is Noah ready to downsize his career for a family? As easy as it is for Mel and Noah to be together, being a parent isn't so easy. And if Noah stays, she wants him for good!

Ally Bishop knows the settling kind when she sees one. And Tyler Adamson is definitely one. Ordinarily this never-in-one-place-long girl would stay far, far away. Maybe it's the way he looks in jeans, or the way he looks at her, but suddenly Ally is breaking her own rules with dizzying speed. All that Australian temptation right next door…well, there's only so much resistance one girl can have. As she dives into a fling with Tyler, Ally assures herself she can maintain perspective. After all, he's only here long enough to care for his ailing father. That gives them a time limit, right? With each passing day, however, she falls for Tyler more. And soon she has the strongest urge to unpack her suitcase and stay a while.

It's time to move on Any day now Jon Adamson will pack his bags and hit the road. After all, his intention was never to hang around Melbourne once he'd settled his late father's affairs. Yet he hasn't moved on. And it might have something to do with Gabby Wade. The not-so-big office manager with the really big attitude is making Jon's days…interesting…engaging…fun. It's impossible for him to resist her. But he knows himself—long-term commitments and cozy family dinners aren't his style. If that's what the future holds, why is he still here? And why is he spending all his days—and nights—with Gabby? Because maybe she's the one reason strong enough to make him stay.

What if you discovered that all you ever wanted were the things you’d left behind? Blackmailed. By his own mother. The ties that bind sure can get twisted. He shouldn’t give in, but if Matt Sheppard doesn’t agree to return home and work with his brothers at the Diamond Dust, their mom will sell the family vineyard to the highest bidder. And Matt can’t let that happen. He agrees to stay for one year, during which he’ll do everything in his power to improve the business, but when day three hundred and sixty-six rolls around, he’s cutting those vine-like familial ties and returning to his own life. Except being back at the Diamond Dust isn’t as bad as he’d always thought it would be. Especially since he’s working closely with winery manager Connie Henkel. His attraction to the gorgeous single mother is a distraction he doesn’t want or need. One that threatens all his plans. Because if Connie and her two adorable little girls entangle themselves around his heart, he’ll never be able to leave. Each book in the Diamond Dust series is STANDALONE: * A Marine for Christmas * The Prodigal Son * Feels Like Home

Krista Novak knows you can't go home again. Yet here she is, touching down in the place she left for good eight years ago. Even though it's only for the holidays, being back means facing Alex Costas. It also means dealing with the fallout from his decision to stay and her decision to move her life thousands of miles away. To make the situation more interesting, she still wants Alex. And he wants her. How do they find common ground? A little Christmas magic must be in the air. Because when a snowstorm changes her travel plans, they're blessed with the most life-changing gift of all.

Hugh Lawson and Zoe Waters have a tangled history. But she left ten years ago and he's put her behind him. Except she's here again—just when Hugh's ready to make an offer for her family's legendary vineyard. And her version of those long-ago events is enough to make him question everything he thought he knew. Hugh can't let the past destroy his plans for the future. Which means he has to unravel the truth. But as he does, he begins to realize that he may have been as responsible for what happened as Zoe. And that going back could be the only way to move forward.

Deacon Fallon has made something of himself. Yeah, it wasn't easy becoming a successful—now retired—pro basketball player, but he did it. In the process, he made his brother's life better. That's always been Deacon's goal. This latest effort to help, however, may push Deacon too far. He's been roped into coaching the high school girls' team! Worse, there's a little offside action brewing between him and his hot assistant coach, Julia Bradley. Definitely not in his plans, but he can't resist her. And for the first time, Deacon wants something that has nothing to do with his brother and everything to do with Julia!

Can you outrun your past? Angel Donovan can't. The moment she crosses the town limits of Ordinary, Montana, she feels the weight of who she used to be looming. But there's one person who sees beyond her former wild-child self–Timm Franck. Too bad he's also the one person she's wary of…with good reason. Thanks to his journalistic skills, the private details of her scandalous upbringing are a matter of public record. Despite her efforts, avoiding Timm is an impossible task. The man has made it his business to stay close. To make amends? Or to give them a shot at a relationship they never had? Whatever his motivation, Angel can honestly say this is the last place she expected to find something–some one – so extraordinary.

Fall in love with this fan-favorite novel of family and dogs from RITA® Award—winning author Inglath Cooper. When successful news anchor Olivia Ashford first receives the invitation to her high school reunion, she dismisses it. After all, she left Summerville—and John Riley—a long time ago. But her perfect life now seems incomplete, and she begins to wonder if she’s ever really moved on. In order to lay some ghosts to rest, Olivia goes home. She rediscovers friendships, visits old hangouts and comes face-to-face with John, who’s now a single father. With the help of John’s young daughter and pet golden retriever, can they put the past behind them and move forward together? Originally published in 2004.