Зарубежная современная проза — Beth Cornelison

A hero worth waiting for Crisis counsellor Ginny West confronted danger every day. But when a bomb blast trapped her in a burning building, she never thought she’d make it out alive. Just in time, Riley Sinclair rescued her.But the ruggedly sensual firefighter awoke a need that rocked her to her core. A love worth fighting for Riley had risked his life to save Ginny. And he’d do it again. Yet even as he swore to protect her, he couldn’t reveal his tragic secret.When a violent stalker comes after...

TWO STRANGERS AND A BABY…. ONE INTENSE ROAD TRIP.Firefighter Max Caldwell promised to care for his sister's newborn son, but he didn't know the first thing about babies. He had to learn fast, especially with ruthless drug smugglers, who wanted control of their «heir,» chasing them.After witnessing a fender-bender, day-care worker Laura Dalton was wary of the baby-toting driver claiming «Elmer» as his son. A woman on a mission, she jumped into his car for the ride of a lifetime. Her noble efforts...

He’s trying to solve a murder, but the greatest danger he faces is losing his heart. Private Investigator Summer Davies joins forces with FBI Agent on leave, Nolan Colton to catch a killer. They haven’t seen each other in years but the chemistry is still dangerously high. Can they solve the puzzle before they lose their hearts… or their lives?

She's his only chance at redemption… And he's her only chance at survival! When Lilly Shaw and her murdered sister’s ex-boyfriend Dave Giblan are taken hostage at gunpoint, they must race against the clock to outwit their enemy. First, putting aside their differences to save one another once and for all.

I WANT YOU TO MARRY ME, LIB. I NEED A WIFE. Two years ago, Libby Hopkins and Cal Walters scorched the sheets with their steamy affair. Then he shattered her heart. Now divorced, Cal needed a stable home for his daughter. For her own safety, Libby agreed to a strict «hands-off» marriage of convenience, but quickly found herself craving the touch she remembered….He may have promised temporarily wedded bliss, but regardless of Libby's well-guarded secrets, Cal had something much more permanent in...

Megan Hoffman was desperate to keep her past hidden.She'd moved to a small town, started a new job and changed her name. A fresh start couldn't erase the danger she'd left behind. Or heal the scars fear had branded on her soul. But she was making it, one day at a time. Until Jack Calhoun moved in next door.The crack reporter had an instinct for rooting out lies–and an overprotective urge honed as a single dad. With her enemy still lurking, Megan found trusting Jack with her secrets meant...

WHEN GUNFIRE DISRUPTS A CHRISTMAS WEDDING…Rescuing The Witness Bullets are fired at a wedding in Texas and the only witness to the sniper’s identity is Kara Pearson. Her only hope for survival? The man who broke her heart years ago. But Sheriff Brady McCall vows to protect Kara – and right old wrongs.Rescuing the Bride After being jilted and having gunfire erupt at his wedding, rancher Nate Wheeler fears his bride is the target. As he and April Redding try to track down the shooter, Nate...

‘It’s nice to have someone with your…um, skill set…around when there’s a killer on the loose.’Taking out bad guys is in Jake Connelly’s DNA as much as strength, fearlessness and Greekgod good looks. So is rescuing women like Chelsea Harris, who’s kidnapped by an escaped convict. With the killer on the loose, Jake and Chelsea take refuge in an icy farmhouse.Sudden sparks between them turn on plenty of heat! But Jake needs to stay focused to stop the convict’s reign of terror…and protect Chelsea...

Sabotage, secrets and desire…Undercover private investigator Erin Palmer is tantalizingly close to discovering who wants to destroy the McCall family. And as she creeps closer to the truth—and straight into danger—she’s burrowing deep into Zane McCall’s heart. For Zane, though, trust is everything. So when he discovers Erin isn’t who she seems, can he forgive her…before it’s too late for them both?

Though it’s been five years since Black Ops agent Daniel last saw Nicole, his desire for her burns as strong as ever.But he’s got to stay focused on his mission – rescue Nicole and an innocent child from a Colombian prison camp. Yet, sharing such close quarters, Nicole and Daniel must confront the past – and a passion that won’t be denied.

Holding out for a seriously hot heroPower Games…Rugged, protective Jonah barely knows Annie, but that doesn't stop him putting himself in the line of fire to save the pretty waitress from a ruthless killer. Convincing the stubborn single mum that she needs his protection 24/7 is a fiery battle of wills, as Annie struggles against having Jonah as her bodyguard. Succumbing to his charms, however, is another matter…and ProtectorsPretending to be Gillian's husband as part of a dangerous operation is...

The Spy’s Secret FamilyWhen tycoon Nick Cass wakes up in a hospital room, he has no memory of the beautiful woman at his side. Yet when Laura Delaney tells him their son has been kidnapped, Nick has no choice but trust her – and rescue their chance at a future.Operation Baby Rescue Elise was devastated when the doctors told her that her newborn daughter had died shortly after birth. Finding comfort in a support group, she meets widower Jared… and their unanswered questions about their losses...

‘You know nothing about the real me.’Ex-soldier Gunnar Colton’s only focus is shaking off the horrors of war in his remote cabin – until a murderer abducts another victim from the neighbouring Amish community. Then the Colton code of honour kicks in and it’s his duty to protect the eyewitness who’s the next likely target.Treating sexy, spitfire actress Violet Chastain as just another assignment is next to impossible, though. There’s more to her than Hollywood. The minute Gunnar lets the starlet...

A Mansfield brotherrises from the dead…Having mourned the ‘death’ of her fiancé, Darby Kent isn’t prepared for the moment theycome face to face. For years, the man sheloved and lost has lived in hiding. Until now.Connor is the only person who can save their ailing daughter: a living testament to the passion they once shared. But time is running out. Whilst Darby prays for their daughter’s survival, she must confront old desires…and powerful new enemies who’ve patiently awaited Connor’s return.

The Coltons of Texas saga reaches its thrilling climax with a tale of Christmas justice!Ex-cop Reid Colton is working double-time to help beautiful widow Penelope Barrington Clark. While investigating her dad, his family lawyer, the two are also trying to uncover who murdered Pen's husband…all while keeping their relationship professional! But when a bullet and their forbidden attraction change everything, it’s Reid to the rescue, determined to guard Pen and her son with his life.The last thing...

A WOMAN IN LABOURA MAN ON A MISSIONAll Brianna Coleman remembers of her near-fatal accident is the hero who saved her. Not her name or the father of the baby she delivers hours later. Until news of a coup in a foreign nation triggers a memory: her baby’s father is the missing member of a royal family…and her son is the next target.After saving Brianna, Hunter Mansfield won’t abandon her. But can he defend them against international assassins? He’ll do anything – pay the ultimate price if...

Deep undercover, Wyoming special agent Slade Kent comes to Dead River Ranch with only one thing in mind: justice. Bent on solving a string of recent crimes, as well as his father’s long-unsolved murder, he won’t let down his guard for anyone. Until beautiful heiress Amanda Colton and her baby are attacked. He’ll do anything to protect them…even put his heart on the line.Amanda’s done with deception, but the irresistibly mysterious Slade draws her trust. When danger – and uncontained passion –...

The prodigal cowgirl returns home…and straight into dangerWhen Piper McCall heads home, she runs smack into ranch hand Brady Summers, the man she left behind. Years later, the sparks between them burn as brightly as ever, but dark secrets linger.And when Piper’s life is threatened, neither she nor Brady will ever be the same again.

Stranded with the cowboyWhile out on the range, cowboy Josh McCall finds himself the victim of vicious sabotage. Now he's stuck in the wilderness with no-one but Kate Carrington.The rough 'n' tumble rancher must use all his skills to survive, his willpower to protect Kate, and his determination to resist their mutual attraction. Until Josh makes one fateful decision that could jeopardize their bliss…and their lives.

The power of love.After his wife’s murder, Grant Mansfield vowed to stay true to her memory and protect their children. But fate has other plans. His temporary houseguest, injured smokejumper Amy Robinson, has him burning with a white-hot attraction… and when his older daughter is kidnapped, Grant begins to feel his vow slipping from his fingertips…Grant is just the man adventurous Amy never knew she needed and his children are the family she never knew she wanted. But, before Amy can rescue his...

Two babies in jeopardy…two powerful stories in one!An unhinged cult leader escapes custody and vows revenge—on his own children. Now he'll stop at nothing to get to two innocent babies…and the foster mothers who stand in his way.GUARDING EVE by Beth CornelisonLila Green goes from foster mom to bodyguard when an ice storm traps her and six-month-old Eve in a remote mountain cabin with a killer on their heels. Lila's lone neighbor, wounded veteran Dean Hamilton, is her only hope for survival…and...

“I have a mission – and you’re not it.”Is it the honey-blonde hair? The blue eyes? Gage Prescott can’t put his finger on it, but something about waitress Kate Rogers is both sexy and innocent. Not that it matters. The battle-scarred ex-Army Ranger has come to this Montana town as bodyguard to Senator Kelley, not to let a pretty face distract him.Kate has her own mission. If, while on assignment, the handsome Gage can assist with her sister’s abusive husband, she’ll accept that gratefully. But...

“Elise, your baby might be alive.”Elise wants nothing more than to be a mother. Her joy turns to agony when newborn baby girl Grace dies mysteriously – before the single mum could even say goodbye. But grief-stricken Elise can’t shake the feeling that the final chapter of Gracie’s story isn’t yet written.As widower Jared works through his own tragic loss, he and his one-year-old daughter become captivated by Elise. But while investigating the strange circumstances behind Gracie’s death, their...

A Dangerous Assassin… Tracy McCain came to Colton ranch to meet her cousin’s son… but she didn’t expect Jack Colton, the boy’s father, to be so suspicious. Nor did she realise that an enemy had followed her, determined to keep her from getting too close to the Coltons.When Tracy is attacked, Jack realises the only way to protect her is to keep her under his roof. But sharing a home with the brave beauty introduces new temptations. And, as danger approaches, Jack knows he must keep Tracy and his...