Category: Harlequin Heartwarming

Worth the Risk by Anna J. Stewart

Posted March 17, 2022 by Marsha in Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments

She’s playing it safe…

He’s anything but!

Famous race car driver Declan Cartwright is only in Butterfly Harbor to recuperate from a devastating crash.

But when food truck operator Alethea Costas literally falls into his arms, he realizes the sleepy seaside town has more to offer than he imagined.

Alethea is drawn to the charming daredevil despite her cautious nature.

Can he show her that taking a chance on life—and love—is worth the risk?

Titles in the Butterfly Harbor series include – The Bad Boy of Butterfly Harbor – Recipe for Redemption – A Dad for Charlie – Always the Hero – Holiday Kisses – Safe in His Arms – The Firefighter’s Thanksgiving Wish – A Match Made Perfect – Bride on the Run – Building a Surprise Family  Worth the Risk – The Mayor’s Baby Surprise –

This is a romance that includes no swearing, no violence, and no sexual content (beyond a few light kisses).

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The Rebel Cowboy’s Baby by Sasha Summers

Posted March 6, 2022 by Marsha in Closed Bedroom Doors, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Modern Western Romance, Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments

 

 

Can a wild cowboy prove…

He’s daddy material?

Rodeo cowboy Audy Briscoe loves getting into trouble.

If he can’t charm his way into beautiful and straitlaced Brooke Young’s heart, then he’ll settle for rilin’ her up but good!

When a terrible tragedy leaves them co-guardians of a baby girl, Audy finds himself in over his head.

Is it too late to turn this restless rebel cowboy into the kind of man—and father—Brooke could love?

Titles in The Cowboys of Garrison, Texas series include — The Rebel Cowboy’s Baby – The Wrong Cowboy – To Trust A Cowboy – 

This is a romance that includes no swearing, no violence, and no sexual content (beyond a few light kisses).

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A Cowgirl’s Secret by Melinda Curtis

Posted December 3, 2021 by Marsha in Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Modern Western Romance, Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments

Could saving the ranch…

Mean a future together?

Cowgirl Cassie Diaz has a secret—a bull-riding accident may have stolen her dream of motherhood.

She needs to recover, but how can she rest with her family’s ranch in peril?

Recent Second Chance, Idaho, arrival Bentley Monroe offers help, and his quiet strength makes her feel safe.

Loving him could heal her wounds, but would she have a future with this family man?

Titles in The Mountain Monroes series include — The Secrets to My Success (prequel) – Kissed By The Country Doc – Snowed In With The Single Dad – Rescued by the Perfect Cowboy – Lassoed by the Would-Be Rancher – Enchanted by the Rodeo Queen – Charmed by the Cook’s Kids (The earlier titles were reviewed on my Keeper Bookshelf blog.

The remainder of the series will be reviewed here at Happily Ever After Romance since here is where the Harlequin titles now live 🙂

– The Littlest Cowgirls – Caught by the Cowboy DadA Cowgirl’s Secret – The Cowboy Meets His Match – Healing the Rancher –

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Her Wyoming Hero by Mary Anne Wilson

Posted October 16, 2021 by Marsha in Closed Bedroom Doors, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Modern Western Romance, Owned or Purchased, Series, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

 

A Wyoming ranch…
Where wishes come true!

Money, favors, time—everyone wants something from tech CEO Seth Reagan.

Returning to his family’s Wyoming ranch to care for his foster father, Seth sends a woman’s car careening off the road.

He offers Quinn Lake a place to stay, but learning who she is and what she wants might just break his faith for good…

Unless a wishing moon and a child in need can thaw their guarded hearts.

Titles in the Eclipse Ridge Ranch include — Under A Christmas Moon – Her Wyoming Hero – A Cowboy’s Hope –

This is a sweet romance with some kissing that should offend no one giving the reader a very romantic reading experience.

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Caught by the Cowboy Dad by Melinda Curtis

Posted October 3, 2021 by Marsha in Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

This cowboy’s planned his future…

Then love gets in the way!

Holden Monroe is focused on sending his son off to college until ex-girlfriend Bernadette Carlisle drops the bomb that she’s expecting their baby.

The cowboy’s offer to do the right thing is an empty gesture to Bernadette.

The successful doctor doesn’t believe Holden is capable of settling down—she just wants a custody agreement.

But an eventful road trip might just change everyone’s expectations!

Titles in The Mountain Monroes series include — The Secrets to My Success (prequel) – Kissed By The Country Doc – Snowed In With The Single Dad – Rescued by the Perfect Cowboy – Lassoed by the Would-Be Rancher – Enchanted by the Rodeo Queen – Charmed by the Cook’s Kids (The earlier titles were reviewed on my Keeper Bookshelf blog.

The remainder of the series will be reviewed here at Happily Ever After Romance since here is where the Harlequin titles now live 🙂

– The Littlest Cowgirls – Caught by the Cowboy Dad – A Cowgirl’s Secret –

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Building a Surprise Family by Anna J. Stewart

Posted October 2, 2021 by Marsha in Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

An instant family… Is life-changing!

Pregnant construction supervisor Jo Bertoletti doesn’t need anyone’s help…or another heartbreak. So she’s putting handsome, kindhearted firefighter Ozzy Lakeman firmly into the friend zone.

After all, she’s just passing through Butterfly Harbor, and her life is too complicated for a summer romance.

But Ozzy feels an immediate connection. Can he convince the woman of his dreams to take a chance on building a forever family with him?

Titles in the Butterfly Harbor series include – The Bad Boy of Butterfly Harbor – Recipe for Redemption – A Dad for Charlie – Always the Hero – Holiday Kisses – Safe in His Arms – The Firefighter’s Thanksgiving Wish – A Match Made Perfect – Bride on the Run – Building a Surprise Family  – Worth the Risk – The Mayor’s Baby Surprise –

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A Cowboy’s Homecoming by Leigh Riker

Posted July 27, 2021 by Marsha in Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Modern Western Romance, NetGalley ARC, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

 

Can she show him how to be a rancher…

And a family man?

Noah Bodine is paying the price for missing his sister’s wedding by temporarily running his family’s Kansas ranch. But the corporate cowboy is way out of his element. 

Thankfully, neighbor Kate Lancaster is there to help, though the pretty single mom isn’t pleased to spend time with Noah. She still blames Noah for her husband’s death.

That is until Kate’s little boy decides to make Noah his new best friend…and changes both Kate’s and Noah’s meaning of home.

Titles in the Kansas Cowboys series include — The Reluctant Rancher – Last Chance Cowboy – Cowboy on Call – Her Cowboy Sheriff – The Rancher’s Second Chance – Twins Under the Tree – The Cowboy’s Secret Baby – Mistletoe Cowboy – A Cowboy’s Homecoming

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A Bridesmaid to Remember by Amy Vastine

Posted July 24, 2021 by Marsha in Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments

 

This bridesmaid’s been blacklisted…

So why is he risking everything for her?

It was the perfect wedding—until the groom spontaneously announces he’s in love with bridesmaid Bonnie Windsor!

Now Bonnie’s being ostracized by the entire town. The only person willing to stand up for her is the bride’s super-handsome brother, Aaron Cole.

And he’ll risk everything—including his family—to prove that this pretty woman deserves a happily-ever-after of her own.

Titles in the Stop The Wedding! series include — A Bridesmaid to Remember – His Brother’s BrideA Marriage of InconvenienceThe Sheriff’s Valentine

 

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The Littlest Cowgirls by Melinda Curtis

Posted July 17, 2021 by Marsha in Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Owned or Purchased, Series, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

This soon-to-be dad…

Is getting a double surprise

Wyatt Halford’s kept his cool as one of Hollywood’s hottest action stars. But coming to Second Chance and discovering he’s about to be a father to twins?

Now he’s definitely off-kilter. He certainly can’t afford any complications—like falling for spirited, redheaded actress Ashley Monroe.

Wyatt’s dealing with the biggest plot twist of his life. But can he do the right thing…and still find his happy ending?

Titles in The Mountain Monroes series include — The Secrets to My Success (prequel) – Kissed By The Country Doc – Snowed In With The Single Dad – Rescued by the Perfect Cowboy – Lassoed by the Would-Be Rancher – Enchanted by the Rodeo Queen – Charmed by the Cook’s Kids (The titles before right now were reviewed on my Keeper Bookshelf blog.

The remainder of the series will be reviewed here at Happily Ever After Romance since here is where the Harlequin titles now live 🙂

The Littlest Cowgirls – Caught by the Cowboy Dad – A Cowgirl’s Secret –

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Bride on the Run by Anna J. Stewart

Posted May 5, 2021 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments

Book cover showing a bride in a flowing gown running down the wooden planks of a boat dock.

Finding true love…
In the unlikeliest places!

Sienna Fairchild never imagined she’d be a runaway bride. Or that she’d stow away on a worn-down boat belonging to handsome tour operator Monty Bettencourt.

Monty’s used to navigating rough seas, but Sienna might overturn his whole life, and avoiding drama is tough in such close quarters!

If Sienna’s sure she doesn’t know what she wants, then why does running away feel so much like coming home?

Titles in the Butterfly Harbor series include – The Bad Boy of Butterfly Harbor – Recipe for Redemption – A Dad for Charlie – Always the Hero – Holiday Kisses – Safe in His Arms – The Firefighter’s Thanksgiving Wish – A Match Made Perfect – Bride on the Run – Building a Surprise Family  – Worth the Risk – The Mayor’s Baby Surprise –

 

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A Match Made Perfect by Anna J. Stewart

Posted April 11, 2021 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

 

Fifteen years later…

Are they still a perfect match?

After a near-fatal accident, Brooke Ardell’s return to Butterfly Harbor sends shock waves around the small town.

Years ago, she walked away from the love of her life, Sebastian Evans, and their baby daughter—and she never looked back. Now it’s finally time for her to right those wrongs.

Sebastian wants to trust Brooke again…but can he risk his daughter’s heart as well as his own?

Titles in the Butterfly Harbor series include – The Bad Boy of Butterfly Harbor – Recipe for Redemption – A Dad for Charlie – Always the Hero – Holiday Kisses – Safe in His Arms – The Firefighter’s Thanksgiving Wish – A Match Made Perfect – Bride on the Run – Building a Surprise Family  – Worth the Risk – The Mayor’s Baby Surprise –

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The Firefighter’s Thanksgiving Wish by Anna J. Stewart

Posted April 10, 2021 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

 

They both know it’s true

Where there’s smoke, there’s fire!

Working with the new fire chief, Roman Salazar, is a challenge for Frankie Bettencourt. Everyone in Butterfly Harbor agrees she was the one destined for the top job at the station house! So, should she quit? No way!

But she will steer clear of Roman from now on…or at least until his kindness, quick smile, and can-do attitude win the town—and possibly Frankie—over for good!

Titles in the Butterfly Harbor series include – The Bad Boy of Butterfly Harbor – Recipe for Redemption – A Dad for Charlie – Always the Hero – Holiday Kisses – Safe in His Arms – The Firefighter’s Thanksgiving Wish – A Match Made Perfect – Bride on the Run – Building a Surprise Family  – Worth the Risk – The Mayor’s Baby Surprise –

 

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Safe in His Arms by Anna J. Stewart

Posted April 9, 2021 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance / 0 Comments

Cover of Safe in His ArmsShe’s pushed everyone away…

…but is he her forever?

Ex-soldier Kendall craves solitude after a heartbreaking accident, and she finds it in the small town of Butterfly Harbor.

That’s until handsome writer Hunter MacBride moves into town with his orphaned niece, Phoebe.

Their arrival triggers painful memories for Kendall of the family and life she lost—but Hunter also shows her the promise of a life she could still have if she’s prepared to take the risk…

Titles in the Butterfly Harbor series include – The Bad Boy of Butterfly Harbor – Recipe for Redemption – A Dad for Charlie – Always the Hero – Holiday Kisses – Safe in His Arms – The Firefighter’s Thanksgiving Wish – A Match Made Perfect – Bride on the Run – Building a Surprise Family  – Worth the Risk – The Mayor’s Baby Surprise –

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Holiday Kisses by Anna J. Stewart

Posted April 8, 2021 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments

His family’s honor is at stake…

And she holds the key

Calliope Jones, Butterfly Harbor’s free-spirited organic farmer, is the most vocal objector to Xander Costas and his design for the butterfly sanctuary that he hopes will save his family’s architectural firm.

Strangely, it’s Calliope who shows him what the town, and he, really need. Calliope makes Xander listen with his heart. And soon his heart may be telling him to stay with this extraordinary woman!

Titles in the Butterfly Harbor series include – The Bad Boy of Butterfly Harbor – Recipe for Redemption – A Dad for Charlie – Always the Hero – Holiday Kisses – Safe in His Arms – The Firefighter’s Thanksgiving Wish – A Match Made Perfect – Bride on the Run – Building a Surprise Family  – Worth the Risk – The Mayor’s Baby Surprise –

 

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Always the Hero by Anna J. Stewart

Posted April 7, 2021 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance / 0 Comments

 

He never relied on anyone but himself…

But he needs her now!

Butterfly Harbor deputy Matt Knight wants two things: to date Lori Bradley and the chance to adopt Kyle, a troubled teen.

Wounded in Afghanistan, Matt knows he can’t move forward anchored to the past.

But once he regains the guarded hotel manager’s trust, will his need to protect those he loves cost him a future with this extraordinary woman?

Titles in the Butterfly Harbor series include – The Bad Boy of Butterfly Harbor – Recipe for Redemption – A Dad for Charlie – Always the Hero – Holiday Kisses – Safe in His Arms – The Firefighter’s Thanksgiving Wish – A Match Made Perfect – Bride on the Run – Building a Surprise Family  – Worth the Risk – The Mayor’s Baby Surprise –

 

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