Lone Star Country Club Books

LSCC Member:Incurable charmer Dr. Sam Walters SOCIAL STATUS:Loves his freedom but is waiting for theright woman METHOD OF SEDUCTION:Gives new meaning to the term"Operating Room" After they survived a traumatic ordeal together, Dr. Sam Waltersfelt a bond so strong for pediatric nurse Caitlyn Matthews thathe could barely look at her without wanting to take her home.Every time their eyes locked, Sam knew there was no turningback for either of them—that their feelings could only growdeeper. But how could he get involved with a woman whowould expect a future? After all, he had a reputation to upholdas Mission Creek's resident scoundrel. But did any of this matterwhen a new threat might take away the only woman he wouldever love?

LONE STAR COUNTRYCLUB BOMBED! When a bomb ripped through the Lone StarCountry Club, all of Mission Creek, Texas, wasshaken. Who was responsible? Was it the Mercados,Mission Creek's answer to the mob? The Carsons orthe Wainwrights, two of the club's foundingfamilies? Or an even more sinister force?Only a young boy rescued from the burningwreckage knows the truth. But the culprits wanthim eliminated—fast! Little Jake's savior, firefighterAdam Collins, and his doctor, Tracy Walker, havetaken the orphaned boy into their lives, creatingan instant family. But while Adam and Tracy fighttheir attraction for each other, can they keep Jakeout of harm's way?

Eligible bachelor Flynt Carson struck a hole-in-one when his Sunday golf ritual at the Lone Star Country Club unveiled an abandoned baby girl. Although temporary fatherhood for Flynt Carson dredged up painful memories, this was just the beginning of mayhem for Flynt and the town of Mission Creek. Flynt felt he had no business raising a child or reuniting with Josie Lavender, a woman too innocent for a man with his tarnished soul. But the lovestruck nanny was determined to help him raise the mysterious baby--and what happened next was anyone's guess....

Matt Carson was livid when Rose Wainwright inexplicably brokeoff their clandestine love affair and skipped town. Because of thelongtime Carson-Wainwright family feud, he'd known that therewould be Texas-size trouble if their secret tryst came to light.Apparently it had, because Rose's tyrannical daddy was on thewarpath and Matt's beloved was on the lam. Driven by a code ofhonor—and unquenched desire—Matt traded in his saddle for asubway pass to reclaim his scandalized lady amid the bright lightsof the Big Apple. But would his chivalrous crusade withstand alife-altering revelation…and their hell-raising families?

Returning to Mission Creek, notorious bad boy Dylan Bridges must race against time to clear his name when he is accused of murdering his father, while trying to prove to Maddie Delarue, the woman he loves, that he is the perfect man for her. Original.

When Ace Turner discovered that his biological daddy was therich and powerful late cattle king Ford Carson, he vowed tomake nice with his long-lost kin so the Carsons would serve himhis rightful inheritance on a silver platter. However, his plans to strike it rich were diverted when sparks ignited with beautifulhospital fund-raiser Crystal Bennett. The feisty single mom wasleery of roguish playboys, but Ace wasn't walkin' away—especiallywith a vengeful enemy from Crystal's past on the warpath atMission Creek Memorial Hospital. Could love bring this sweettalkin' bachelor riches beyond his wildest dreams?

As a madman held hostages in Mission Creek Memorial Hospital, Officer Jake White descended on the scene, gun drawn and ready to be a hero. But his newest ally turned out to be a greater mystery. Hospital administrator Tabitha Monroe clouded his lucid thoughts on love with her sky-blue eyes and intense drive to save her hospital. Jake fought his desire for the elusive beauty and reminded himself that no one wanted to be a cop's widow. As the dust cleared in their dangerous mission, Jake had a devil of a time walking away, when he was drawn--body and soul--to Tabitha's side...!

Melanie Tourbier desperately wanted a child, but she'd stopped looking for a husband who would love her for more than her money. When she started the sperm-donor process at the hospital, Dr. Jared Cross tried to talk her out of motherhood. The handsome doctor had reasons for wanting to deter Melanie, but the feisty heiress vowed to show him a thing or two! While she volunteered at the hospital, Melanie came in close contact with Jared. Suddenly, harsh words turned to passionate kisses, until the truth became evident. Would these stubborn lovers rise to the stork's ultimate challenge?

Unparalled in the operating room, as well as in the bedroom, bachelor and renowned surgeon Michael O'Day, determined never to surrender his heart, finds himself falling in love with Susan Wainwright, a beautiful ballerina in need of a heart transplant. Original.

When Sheik Omar Al Abdar discovers that his new bride, Cara Carson, is actually the twin sister of the woman he was supposed to marry, he is enraged and bewildered by this turn of events until he discovers that he is utterly captivated by her, and vows to win her love. Original.

To Ellen Wagner, Spence Harrison was a hero. He'd rescued her son from a tornado--and lost his own memory in the process. He could not remember who he was or how he got to the beautiful widow's ranch. But amnesia was the least of his problems. The mob was looking for him, and Spence knew just by being with Ellen and her son he was putting them in danger. Somehow he had to solve the mystery of his past...so that he could be free to love the woman who'd infiltrated his heart.

Spanish interpreter Marisa Rodriguez didn't buyTyler Murdoch's "I work alone" line or his feeling ofsuperiority over the human race. When she was assignedto accompany Tyler on his covert mission in CentralAmerica to rescue his former commanding officer,Marisa vowed not to fall for another domineeringNeanderthal. But hot nights and life—threatening dangerbrought Marisa and Tyler into close proximity and madetheir smoldering passion hard to resist. Soon they wereat high risk of falling deeply in love…and never letting go!

Entering into a green-card marriage with Ginger Walton, the captivating European waitress from the Lone Star Country Club, to keep his matchmaking family at bay, Joe Turner soon finds himself falling in love with his sultry, yet mysterious, new bride. Original.

After being married to an abusive man, Mission Creek newcomer Jenny Taylor has trouble trusting the opposite sex until she meets Hawk Wainwright, a member of the prominent Wainwright family, who, while dealing with his own demons, offers her a safe haven in his arms. Original.

The Marriage Profile by Metsy Hingle released on Mar 25, 2003 is available now for purchase.

Though Luke was temporarily blinded, his senses were on highalert when Haley Mercado confessed to having their child-ababy girl who'd been kidnapped by the infamous Texas Mafia. Trained in covert tactics, Luke gathered his military brothersto save his daughter. In the frenzied hours before OperationRescue, Luke and Haley rediscovered each other…intimately.Tensions shifted into overdrive, and Luke realized this would bethe most important mission. But could a deadly foe keep theirnewfound love-their newfound family-from reuniting…? Where Texas society reignssupreme-and appearancesare everything.

ONLY YOU… With loan sharks hot on her tail, Celeste Cavanaugh had no choice. She had to beg help fromPhillip Westin, her ex-marine hunk-the only man she'd ever loved. He'd rescued her once before and had offered her marriage, but Celeste had wanted more…then. NOBODY BUT YOU… The words of Celeste's one hit song kept runningthrough Phillip's head, even as the memory of theirno-holds-barred lovemaking sent the blood pulsingthrough his veins. She'd broken his heart and left himfor the big time. Now she was back and needed hishelp again. This time, he'd accept no less than herheart in return!

In Bed With The Enemy by Kathie DeNosky released on Jun 24, 2003 is available now for purchase.

Lourdes Quinterez had no choice but to tend the badly bruised stranger she found lurking on her ranch. Soon the compassion that stirred her heart changed from tender caring to steamy desire for the rugged, mysterious intruder who called her "Angel" and promised to stay by her side.... Juan knew nothing about the man he had been. He only knew the man he wanted to be--Lourdes's lover and father to her twin daughters. But when Juan's sordid past threatened to ruin it all, only the fragile bond of love he had forged with her could make real his hope for a new life.