Зарубежная современная проза — Myrna Mackenzie

Carson Banick: The black sheep of the family is back– and now his family's future and fortune are in his hands.He must marry a suitable woman and provide an heir. Beth Krayton: Carson's feisty PA is determined to succeed on her own, without a man…. They shouldn't suit one another at all. They shouldn't even be together.But as the attraction grows between them Carson has to ask himself what's more important, saving his family or claiming Beth's heart?

When Ace Turner discovered that his biological daddy was the rich and powerful late cattle king Ford Carson, he vowed to make nice with his long-lost kin so the Carsons would serve him his rightful inheritance on a silver platter.However, his plans to strike it rich were diverted when sparks ignited with beautiful hospital fund-raiser Crystal Bennett. The feisty single mom was leery of roguish playboys, but Ace wasn't walkin' away–especially with a vengeful enemy from Crystal's past on the...

When investigative journalist Natalie McCabe discovers a local investment bank is taking retirees for a ride, she's all over the case, even going undercover to get the goods on dirty brokers. But then Jason Jamison, the man she recently saw murder his wife, escapes from jail.And incognito or not, Natalie's life is in danger. Fortunately her new bodyguard, Vincent Fortune, has the brawn to keep her safe…as long as she plays by his rules.Vincent can't figure out his spitfire client. She wants...

Parker is allergic to marriage, so he thinks it’s a practical joke when he inherits a wedding chapel!Daisy thinks the joke’s on her. How dare this stranger threaten to close down her business? She’s dealing every day with morning sickness and swollen ankles – she’ll take this billionaire in her stride. Until the sparks between them begin to fly!

WHAT, ME MARRY? NEVER![Or so says Emmaline Carstairs. Until she met her uncle's new business associate and Rencountered a matchmaking conspiracy that derailed her plans! Seems her beloved Uncle Gilbert was determined to steal a page from Shakespeare himself on the subject of matchmaking. Uncle Gilbert thought Ryan Benedict was worthy of his k niece's love–and would do anything to bring them together. Including pairing them up to restore the old hotel so dear to Emma's heart. Given her daily...

I'm going to have my baby. Right now!Rushing to the rescue, Mick Hannon swept the vulnerable, delicate woman into his arms–and straight to the Maitland Maternity clinic door. But before he could leave, he suddenly found himself coaxing–and coaching–her through the birth!Mick was secretly investigating some odd incidents at the clinic. Yet protecting penniless but proud Laura Maitland and her beautiful, newborn baby girl quickly grew more important. Although Laura's past had opened her to...

Dearest Godmother,You said all I must do to regain my youth is play matchmaker for twenty-one couples. Well, it's harder than you made it sound! Luckily, I've only got six more to go.Take my latest attempt: ex-ugly-duckling Jackie Hammond and sexy rancher Steven Rollins. There's sizzle between these two strangers–even I can see it–but Jackie just found out that Steven's one-year-old cutie is biologically hers. (How? You'd have to ask the fertility clinic.) I can't blame her for wanting two weeks...

Taken by the Highest Bidder by Jane PorterSamantha van Bergen has been won by the highest bidder: dark and sexy Italian racing driver Cristiano Bartolo. Virginal Sam suspects Cristiano will seduce her! But she quickly finds out he has another reason for wanting her – bedding her is just a bonus!Bought by Her Latin Lover by Julia JamesSpanish millionaire Cesar Montarez wants Rosalind the moment he sees her. But Rosalind is determined she’ll never be his, until Cesar discovers that she has secret...

Saving Cinderella!Alex has come to Las Vegas to have fun with her three best friends, but her R&R is cut short when she helps during the hotel concierge’s labour, landing a job offer from hotel owner Wyatt. Wyatt is cool, sexy and tempts Alex to open her heart again…Vegas Pregnancy SurpriseMolly’s always dreamed of finding Mr Right and having a family. Now she’s accidentally expecting! But millionaire entrepreneur Linc is in another city – and certainly not expecting to be a dad! Molly must...

The blind millionaire All his life, rich and powerful Jeremy Fulton had needed no one. Now he was going blind – and he had to reveal his secret to the woman he’d once overlooked: the shy and poor Eden Byars.Accepting her temporary help would be hard – and acting on their unexpected attraction unforgivable… Jeremy claimed he had nothing to offer a woman. But Eden wouldn’t give up on the man she’d loved from afar for so long.Could she find a way to bring light to this proud millionaire’s heart? It...

The Spaniard’s VirginHousekeeper Izzy Makepeace really needs the housekeeping job for the wealthy Garcia family, but billionaire Cayo Garcia thinks he’s seen Izzy’s type before – out for all she can get! Until her innocence surprises him – sweet Isabel is vulnerable and ripe for seduction…His Pregnant Housekeeper Penniless, pregnant and alone, Iona is desperate. So when wealthy architect Daniel Hamilton finds her living in an empty building, he offers her a job as his housekeeper. Iona feels...

Love Under the Stars… In Paris with seductive billionaire Mateo Celeca, Bailey finally begins to trust again. But tumbling into bed could lead her dangerously close to losing all her secrets… and her heart!Darcy has learnt to be independent, working as Patrick Judson’s personal chef. The position is meant to be only temporary. But her gorgeous boss has other ideas!Blast-from-the-past Parker McCall has come to Kate Hamilton’s rescue – taking her hostage to ensure her safety. The situation is...

Meg’s in for so much more than a simple makeover!Etienne Gavard is top dog in the business of saving companies, but this latest acquisition has him stumped. With hundreds of livelihoods on the line, he calls in help from an unconventional source…Meg Leighton has spent her life feeling invisible. She makes the coffee, not important business decisions. Now she can’t believe her seriously sexy boss needs her expertise!They strike a deal: she’ll tell him everything she knows, and he’ll inject a...

To lasso a princessWatch over a princess for the summer? Keep Her Royal Highness out of trouble? Not happening. But when the Princess’s brother asks reclusive rancher Owen Michaels for help with the defiant Princess Delfyne, Owen can’t say no. He should say no. Delfyne is regal. Gorgeous. Kind. And dangerous to this tormented cowboy’s heart.Owen will have to fight his hardest to keep love away – because, no matter how strong their attraction, Delfyne is betrothed to another man!

3 Brand-New Christmas Romances with Canine Charm!On the Secretary’s Christmas List Bree has landed an amazing job but her new boss is a difficult, unreliable playboy – who is also infuriatingly gorgeous… When Bree looks after Jackson’s son and energetic puppy, she realises what she wants this Christmas…The Patter of Paws at ChristmasIngrid has to spend Christmas with gorgeous zookeeper Gabriel Marque. They need to keep watch for the zoo’s first litter of wild dogs. Will the patter of tiny paws...

Riches to Rags BrideWhen her cheating fiancé steals her inheritance, ex-heiress Genevieve has to get a job – fast! But her new boss, Lucas McDowell, leaves her tongue-tied! Lucas thinks Genevieve could be the perfect colleague – as long as he can turn a blind eye to her shimmering red hair and absorbing green eyes…! The Heiress’s Baby Nate Ridgeway had no desire to babysit a spoilt socialite as she played at having a job. He didn’t expect to like Atlanta, let alone find her attractive. And...

THE FRENCHMAN'S PLAIN-JANE PROJECTMeg Leighton has spent her life feeling invisible. But when her sexy boss, Etienne Gavard, needs her business expertise, they strike a deal: she’ll tell him everything she knows, in return for an arrangement that spices up her wardrobe… and her life!HIS L.A. CINDERELLATeacher Cassidy Malone is unfortunately at the beck and call of top movie mogul and old flame Will Ryan. As they work on the script they never finished, Will’s devilish smile and lethal charm soon...

A Wedding at Leopard Tree LodgeEvents planner Josie Fowler has scooped the celebrity wedding of the year in Botswana! As Josie wrestles with taffeta and table plans, sexy resort owner Gideon McGrath’s take-charge approach is getting in her way – and under her skin…Runaway Bride Returns!Owen Marston could never forget the passionate Vegas trip that ended at the altar with Isabella Cavaletti. Or the way she walked out on him the morning after. But now the footloose librarian was back at his side...

The Wedding Belles' photographer, Regina, captures picture-perfect memories for brides and grooms to treasure. But looking at her own wedding photo makes her realize she barely knows the man she conveniently wed…. Dell O'Ryan was always brought up to do the right thing, to be responsible.So when his no-good cousin landed the beautiful Regina in a whole heap of trouble, Dell stepped in to save the day. One convenient marriage later, they are practically strangers, and now Dell has decided it's...

Once Upon a Time in TarrulaAfter an injury, ex-soldier Troy’s too busy putting his life back together to worry about his heart. And his new assistant Stacie deserves a fairytale – not damaged goods. Yet could this Cinderella inspire her Prince Charming to claim their happy ever after…?To Wed a Rancher When Rachel dumps her cheating boyfriend, he dumps her in a one-horse Montana town. Then a deep, whisky-rough voice offers her a way out. Shane has returned to town to sell his parent’s ranch, but...

She wasn’t looking for a knight in shining armour… Darcy Parrish had learned the hard way how to take care of herself. After the accident that had shattered her spine, she’d made a new life as chef at Patrick Judson’s estate. The position was temporary, but her movie-star-gorgeous boss seemed to have other ideas.Darcy’s sassy, sensual charms soon had Patrick hooked. He wanted to get closer to this beautiful and gifted woman who created masterpieces with her hands. The biggest obstacle was Darcy...

Cowgirl Makes Three When ex-model Ivy Seacrest steps onto Noah Ballenger’s ranch he wonders why the prettiest woman he’s ever seen is working with cows, not on a catwalk! Can a doting daddy and his little girl mend Ivy’s broken heart…and make their little duet a trio?Her Secret RivalMegan Merritt deserves the top spot in the family law firm. Except gorgeous Travis Jamieson is also in the running for the job – and working on winning her heart, too… Megan doesn’t intend to lose either, but Travis...

His Perfect FamilyWhen Lucas Demarco discovered he shared custody of his orphaned niece with Devin Hartley, he was determined to change her mind about the Demarcos. Yet he didn’t expect his own passion to become so out of control…The job was housekeeper, not fiancée! But billionaire bachelor Kirk Deverill couldn’t fire the lovely single mum. Of course, making their fake engagement real wasn’t going to happen… Even this desirable woman wouldn’t change his mind.When ex-model Ivy Seacrest steps on...

Made for Marriage by Helen LaceyNoah Preston has managed to get on the wrong side of Equestrian teacher Callie Jones. But Callie is so much more than her fiery personality…and Noah wants her for keeps!To Wed a Rancher by Myrna MackenzieShane Merritt plans to sell his parent’s ranch. But Rachel Everly’s enthusiasm for the ranch, and Shane’s enthusiasm in her starts to change everything…!The Mummy Proposal By Cathy Gillen ThackerNate’s gearing up to become an adoptive father – so hires Brooke...

Dare to dream… these sparkling romances will make you laugh, cry and fall in love – again and again!She only came to Vegas for the weekend…will she stay long enough to walk up the aisle?Alex Lowell has come to Las Vegas to have fun with her three best friends. She’s given up on love and finding Prince Charming – the only date she wants is one at the spa with the girls! Alex’s R&R is cut short when the hotel concierge goes into labour and she spontaneously jumps in to help, landing a job offer...

He can handle a battlefield – but not a baby!Injured out of the army, soldier Dillon Farraday is stunned to discover he’s a dad. He can fight for his country, but he doesn’t know the first thing about babies! Cowgirl Colleen Applegate’s maternal instincts kick in the second Dillon’s ex-wife leaves baby Toby on her porch.This rodeo queen is an unconventional teacher – but the only one who can show this hopeless daddy the ropes. Dillon’s got three weeks to pass daddy school with flying colours…

Married for loveCade and Melanie were their high schools golden couple! Twenty years on, the reunion’s looming, and Melanie must let the world know that the dream is no longer true… Until Cade turns up determined to win back her heart.Popular TV presenter Belle is married to gorgeous billionaire Ivo, but beneath the veneer of her perfect life is the truth of their marriage of convenience. Now, Belle is breaking all the rules. She wants a baby…with Ivo.Carson Banick’s family fortune is in his...