Зарубежная современная проза — Jennifer Taylor

The midwife’s Christmas wish – a mistletoe proposal When bubbly midwife Lucy Harris meets Dr Max Curtis, she has no trouble believing his reputation as Dalverston’s resident playboy! She longs to be immune to his killer smile and dark good looks, but every time she sees Max’s tenderness towards his tiny patients her frozen heart thaws a little…Max’s flings are only ever short and sweet. But there’s something about caring Lucy that has him thinking long-term… As Christmas draws close, and the...

Two-week fiancée…Louise couldn't believe her good luck in winning a luxury trip to Florida. And meeting hunky tycoon Wyatt Lord had seemed and unexpected bonus. Unfortunately, it soon became clear Wyatt wasn't interested in romance–only business. He wanted Louise but only as a temporary fiancée to secure a deal. Even pretending to be Wyatt's intended bride was tempting–if only Louise could convince him that this was one game he should play for keeps!

A bride worth waiting for!Dr James MacIntyre had always hoped that Bella English would one day be more than just his ‘best friend’. But on Bella’s wedding day, Mac swore that his feelings would remain hidden for ever.Three years later and Mac is back at Dalverston – working in paediatrics alongside a newly divorced Bella! And it’s clear that those long-buried feelings are still as heartachingly, pulse-racingly powerful as before…Surely turning back the clock would be a bad idea…except that it...

Stand-in mommy!Stephie had had enough. Everywhere she turned, Logan Ford loomed. First he accused her of flirting with him and then he had the audacity to suggest she was meddling, when all she wanted was to help little Jess. She pitied the little girl, having such an overbearing father. And then she had to eat her words–because she had to spend the next five weeks with him. How would she do it?

Finding his son…and his bride?When Nurse Amy Prentice takes her son to the island of Constantis, to show him his Greek heritage, the last person she expects to see is Dr Nico Leonides – the man who broke her heart…and Jacob’s dad!But there’s no denying that Nico, as he gets to know Jacob, proves to be a remarkable father. And as he bonds with Amy over their son the love they once shared resurfaces. Now, can Nico find the courage to share his own secret…and finally make them a real family?

Playboy doctor Harry Shaw is rich, successful and extremely handsome. Since his arrival at Ferndale Surgery, he has charmed almost everybody, except GP Grace Kennedy. Grace refuses to be impressed by Harry's charisma and good looks–she has known him too long and too well.But Grace hadn't counted on her heart completely overruling her head. However hard she tries, she cannot stay away from her rogue partner. Working closely together,Grace and Harry finally give in to temptation. Could Grace be...

Bound together by their childPaediatric neurosurgeon Vincenzo Lombardi is stunned by Nurse Lowri Davies’s dramatic re-entry into his life – he hasn’t seen her since their passionate few days together five years ago. But with the news that he’s the father of her adorable but seriously ill little girl he’s left both reeling and heartbroken. Vincenzo had thought he never wanted a family, but Lowri and Megan are awakening in him strong new emotions! Saving his little girl will mean making love to...

Pregnancy of passion…Dr. Sam Warren once loved surgeon Prince Khalid of Azad with a passion–until he decided she could never be his wife! Now, offered a prime placement in Azad, can Sam possibly work with the man who broke her heart?The Khalid she meets is «strictly professional»–so far so good! Except underneath his still gorgeous but cool exterior Sam finds emotions as raw and intense as her own. Their one scorching desert night is unforgettable, yet it changes nothing. But the consequences of...

The family they needNurse Leanne Russell leaves her native Australia in search of her real mother – and finds Dr. Nick Slater. Being adopted, she's dreamed of a family of her own – now she knows she wants a family with Nick.Nick is deeply attracted, hopelessly tempted, but he's vowed never to marry. It wouldn't be fair to have children of his own, and it wouldn't be fair, either, to give in to his desire for this woman – unless his love for Leanne is enough to persuade him to take a chance on...

Nurse Heather Thompson has taken her fragile heart down to London to start afresh. She is startled to find that her new boss is the gorgeous, caring Archie Carew–the man who saved her from a disastrous marriage!Brilliant surgeon Archie is drawn to his beautiful new nurse, but he can't get too close. As the new laird to a Scottish estate, Archie is already torn between his family duties and the work he is so dedicated to. Except now, all Archie really wants is to make Heather his bride.

Dr Right in front of her eyes…Paediatricians Eve and Ryan have not been having a relationship all the way back to their student days! They were firm friends, nothing more, because Ryan ‘never-short-of-a-date’ Sullivan didn’t ever intend to get involved with anyone and Eve was waiting for Mr Right. Then a playful kiss revealed a chemistry so explosive it sent them running in different directions!Now Eve’s new boss at Dalverston General is Ryan! Neither has forgotten that kiss, but Eve’s had...

The doctor’s secret childNurse Elizabeth Campbell had promised her sister she would never reveal her baby’s identity to its father. But now Beth has Hannah in her care and the child is in need of her father’s help. Beth knows she must find him.Dr. Adam Knight is furious that no one told him he had a daughter, and he’s determined to be involved in Hannah’s life. But he’ll also be in Beth’s life – fueling their unexpected attraction. An attraction that Beth wants to resist because she fears that...

Dr Marco Andretti knows his ‘arrivederci’ crushed nurse Gina’s dreams of their happy-ever-after, but he just couldn’t let himself love her.Then Marco’s admitted onto Gina’s ward with amnesia! Her shocking news might crack the ice imprisoning his heart, but is it enough to tempt Marco to believe he really can have it all – Gina and a family?

Did she dare become his wife for real?Katherine's marriage seems perfect. Her husband, Jordan, is handsome, charming and wealthy–and their home idyllic. However, in reality, theirs is a marriage of convenience. Katherine has been happy to accept this–it's easy, comfortable and suits her needs. Now, one year into their arrangement, Katherine's peace of mind is shattered when Jordan demands that they be married in every sense.Dare Katherine agree? After all, it is not as if she hasn't wanted...

Nurse Sophie Patterson is looking forward to a fresh start when she accepts the post of resident nurse on board a luxury liner. Until she discovers that her boss is Dr. Liam Kennedy – her ex-husband. Their past and her desire for him are brought back into stark reality and Sophie's immediate response is to run.But Liam persuades her to stay. He hopes that working with Sophie will help to finally set them both free. Instead, Liam realizes he'll never love anyone as much as he loves her. Now his...

Not the marrying kind?Staff nurse Maggie Carr had hated Luke Fabrizzi on sight and was irritated that everyone else worshiped the handsome new Italian senior resident.Their conflict had stemmed from resentment when Maggie's family had tried to introduce them with marriage in mind. When it dawned on Luke that they could avert their families by staging a relationship, Maggie agreed. It was a truce that led them to the root of their strong feelings and yet another battle – a fight against their...

But can he heal her heart?When surgeon Jude Slater volunteered for a post in Mwuranda romance was the last thing on his mind! But something about his co-worker, Claire Morgan, unleashes emotions he’s always strived to hide.Claire can’t fall for any man until she deals with the event that haunts her and caused her escape to Africa. Yet Jude reawakens her wounded soul in ways she never thought possible. Is he the man to heal her, and in opening his heart to Claire, can Jude also heal himself?

Love and family have never been in Dr. Catherine Lewis's career plan.But by working with Dr. Matt Fielding in his practice by day and playing with him and his two beautiful daughters by night, Catherine experiences everything she'd thought she never wanted. Until, as Christmas approaches, she is torn between choosing the independent life she'd planned – or taking the risk of a lifetime in Matt's loving arms…

A&E doctor Heather Cooper isn't looking for love. She's got her career and her daughter to keep her busy. But when she crosses paths with a daring firefighter, she's frightened by the strength of her emotions – she doesn't want another hero in her life.As a firefighter, Ross Tanner isn't afraid of danger. Heather may be held back by her fears – but he is not. To Ross, life is too short not to live it to the fullest, and he's determined to prove to Heather that his love for her and her daughter...

The Christmas childNurse Anna Clemence didn't tell her new employers at the Winton medical office about her pregnancy, or how her baby was conceived. She really needed the job.She didn't tell handsome Dr. Ben Cole, either, but in his efforts to get close to her, he discovered all her secrets. He then set about drawing Anna into his life, assuring her that he would also love the baby she was carrying. Only, Anna convinced herself that Ben would eventually come to resent bringing up a child that...

Her lie came back to haunt her…Ten years ago Rachel and Stephen had had an affair–and the result was little Jamie. For reasons of her own, Rachel had told Stephen that Jamie was someone else's child. But when Rachel finally admitted Stephen was the father, he wouldn't believe her. He was convinced Rachel was a conniving, scheming woman who would go to any lengths to get what she wanted–and she appeared to want Stephen. Perhaps it wasn't a case of what Rachel wanted at all, but what Jamie...

It's Christmastime at Dalverston General Hospital, and midwife Katie Denning is frantically trying to find a stand-in Santa for the carol concert.A gorgeous stranger, Nick Lawson, steps in at the last minute, but it isn't until after he has claimed his «fee» – a sensual, earth-shattering kiss – that she discovers he is the new OB-GYN registrar!However, he quickly proves what a caring and dedicated doctor he is, and Katie starts giving in to their mutual attraction – only to find it's Nick who is...

Some risks are worth taking…Meg's healing touch could give hope to the people of Oncamba, but she despaired of ever getting through to the leader of the medical aid team, Jack Trent. As the spitting image of his flighty ex-wife, Meg had a hard time convincing him that she was up to the job, let alone fighting her own desire for him. And when passion flared and Jack took her in his arms, Meg had to be sure that it was her he would be making love to….

I would have loved to watch our baby growing inside you…Connor Mackenzie was the love of nurse Lucy Adams's life. But when it came to a choice between her or his glittering paediatric career, Connor chose the job. And then she discovered she was pregnant. He didn't know about the baby, and Lucy didn't tell him.Now Connor is back. Lucy still doesn't know the real reason why he left. She doesn't know how much it cost him or how much he's missed her. And she doesn't know how determined he is to be...

The last two things she ever expected – a man and a baby!Sacrificing her personal life to become a high-flying surgeon has left Joanna Martin with few regrets. She has learned not to risk her heart for any man – including her new senior registrar, Dylan Archer, even though her secret desire for him is as strong as her drive to succeed….Dylan's determination to impress and break through his beautiful boss's cool exterior, both in and out of the operating theater, finally results in one night of...

On discovering he has a daughter, Lewis Cole's life is changed in an instant, from single city surgeon to single father and country GP. He's determined to give little Kristy all of the love and attention she needs, but somehow he finds there is also room in his heart for beautiful Dr. Helen Daniels.When she's around it feels like they are a family. Lewis can see her as the perfect wife and mother for Kristy, but Helen needs something more – a child of her own. How can Lewis fulfil her dreams...

Dr. Kelly Carlyon has a major surprise on her first day at a new hospital: her immediate superior is her ex-lover, Dr. Luca Ferrero.Their relationship ended quickly, but sparks ignite again when Kelly saves Luca’s son from a car accident. Has Luca moved on past her and started a family, or is there still hope for Kelly—professionally and personally?

Major incident headquarters… 1500 hoursA tanker loaded with toxic chemicals is headed straight for an oil rig. The only possible outcome–disaster!Grace Darling Hospital… 1530 hoursA team, led by Dr. Seb Bridges, is ready and waiting– to save lives.Emergency room… 1600 hoursDr. Libby Bridges is on her way to the E.R., determined to ask Seb for a divorce.For Seb, only two things matter–saving lives and saving his marriage. This will be the most important night of his life and the clock is ticking.

Beautiful nurse Rose Tremayne would have done anything to have kept her baby. Circumstances forced her into adoption, though there hasn't been a day when she hasn't found herself wondering what happened to her precious little boy.Then Rose finds herself working with consultant Owen Gallagher – her son's adopted father. Owen is worried about the effect she will have on his son's life… and his own! Yet he knows he can not deny the intensity of emotion he feels for her.

A child beyond priceDr. Felipe Valdez believes that Becky Williams incited his brother to leave her his fortune. When he learns that she's the mother of his brother's child, he's forced to listen to her plea for help.He finds a devoted mother and nurse, struggling to make ends meet. If she hasn't spent the money, why does she need more? Suddenly Felipe's only desire is to love and protect Becky and his nephew. But he must know the truth…and Becky can't tell him. If Felipe learns her secret she...

Enter into the world of high-flying Doctors as they navigate the pressures of modern medicine and find escape, passion, comfort and love – in each other’s arms!From practice nurse to doctor’s bride! Since GP Ross Mackenzie learned that his wedding had been cancelled the devastatingly handsome doctor’s heart has been well and truly guarded. However, Ross cannot ignore the sparks that flicker between him and practice nurse Gemma Craven – sparks that refuse to diminish…Shy Gemma has learned to hide...

Is Mr Wrong the right choice now? Nurse Becky Williams has returned to Bride’s Bay and immediately collides with Dr Ewan MacLeod, the flirtatious rebel who once almost tempted her away from her fiancé. Her marriage didn’t last, and Ewan – although still very gorgeous – is a much changed man.Having passed him up once, single mum Becky can hardly offer herself to him now – especially as she’s unable to give him the one thing he wants: a child of his own. Except Becky hasn’t seen the depths of her...

Dr. Michael Rafferty will do anything to convince nurse Natalie Palmer to bring her nursing talents back to the Worlds Together team. The longer he spends persuading her to return to their medical ranks, the more he wonders why he ever let this woman go from his life.To the self-made surgeon, Natalie's wealthy background makes him feel they are worlds apart. Their happiness depends on whether Rafferty can look beyond their backgrounds and realise that she's not just a nurse in a million, but his...

Yesterday, today and always…Now that Dr. Kasey Harris is part of the team, the Worlds Together aid unit is complete and ready for their assignment. The only problem is, the head of the team is gorgeous, arrogant surgeon Adam Chandler – and Adam and Kasey have met before….Once deeply in love with her, Adam has never quite forgotten Kasey – nor forgiven her for ending their affair. As they work together under intense pressure, Kasey begins to realise that throwing away his love was the worst...

A special joyBringing up her special-needs son, Robbie, has meant a busy life for Laura Grady. When she takes up a new nursing post at Dalverston General Hospital, her attraction for the pediatric resident Mark Dawson is an unwanted distraction.While Mark makes his feelings clear, Laura feels that as Robbie will always be the center of her life, she could never offer Mark the happiness he deserves. But in Mark's view, Laura is as special to him as her child, and he intends to ensure she really...

From top-notch doc to daddy-to-be! Gorgeous doctor Ben Nicholls might be the heart-throb of Dalverston General A&E, but he locked up his heart and threw away the key the day he watched Dr Zoë Frost walk away from him.Two years later, Zoë makes a fleeting visit back into town. The attraction between them is as irresistible as ever, and they spend one incredible night together. Zoë doesn’t believe in happy-ever-afters, but what she does know for sure is that now she must face Ben and tell him she...

Taking a risk with the single dad!Ellie Munroe retreated to the stunning Yorkshire Dales for a brand new start. Her plans definitely don’t include developing a crush on her boss, GP Daniel Saunders! Ellie has been burnt before, but the handsome single dad tempts her out of sadness…After being widowed Daniel believes his heart is more damaged than Ellie deserves. But she awakens a longing that has him wishing for more, and he realises falling for Ellie could be a risk worth taking!

New beginnings?Moving to the Dales is all about a fresh start for Dr Elliot Grey, until he meets feisty – beautiful! – midwife Polly Davies. Not since his ex-wife abandoned him and their son has Elliot had such a strong reaction to a woman!A relationship is the last thing he needs, yet there’s something special about Polly. Maybe it’s the way she’s bonded with his son, or that the pain of his past fades in her presence… One thing is certain – he’s struggling to find reasons to stay away!

Bride’s Bay Surgery miniseries Juggling medicine with motherhood leaves little time for romance. But for three single mums Bride’s Bay has a magic that lives up to its name. A nomadic lifestyle and short-term flings have served Tom Bradbury well. His aristocratic family, famed for its failed marriages, keeps Tom devotedly single.Until his latest stint as locum GP at Bride’s Bay Surgery, where new colleague Hannah Morris and her adorable baby boy make Tom question everything…and think twice about...

Two years ago Holly Daniels's fiance walked out without any warning – now the two specialist registrars are reunited, forced to work side by side in the rapid response team of a busy emergency unit.Holly's surprised at how fast her heart responds to Ben Carlisle, despite their past. Ben is just as quick to react. So why did he walk away in the first place? Holly senses Ben is hiding something, and suddenly discovering the truth about him becomes a matter of life and love…

So unexpected…and so precious… When GP Benedict Legrange’s struggle with cancer reaffirmed that nothing was permanent, he felt he had no choice but to leave pregnant Emily Jackson: how could Ben offer security as a partner and father when his own fragile life was hanging in the balance?But returning to Bride’s Bay, and meeting Emily again and his adorable little son for the very first time, makes Ben realise how much he has to live for…Bride’s Bay Surgery Juggling medicine with motherhood leaves...

He’s back to claim his family…But can Beth trust him with her heart?GP Beth Andrews has a wonderful job at The Larches Practice and a baby girl she adores. The only thing missing is her husband! Now Callum O’Neill is back, and he’s stunned and delighted to discover he has a much-wanted child. He’s determined to renew his marriage with Beth—but can she trust that this time he’ll stay for ever?

Special gifts this Christmas!Midwife’s Christmas Proposal Midwife Tara Dutton is looking forward to Christmas! Especially because Dr Simon Campbell has returned and promises Tara the future she’s always dreamt of…but does she dare believe that his Christmas proposal will finally lead to forever?The Midwife’s Christmas MiracleWhen bubbly midwife Lucy Harris meets Dr Max Curtis, she has no trouble believing his reputation as Dalverston’s resident playboy! But there’s something about Lucy that has...

Cinderella and the CowboyWith her newborn and toddler in tow, Elizabeth stepped onto the Ransom Homestead looking for the family she’d never had. When the children’s grandfather welcomed them with open arms, she was grateful, but a blue-eyed, hard-headed cowboy kept distracting her…The Boss’s Christmas BabyTegan is supposed to be pretending to be her twin, not sleeping with her sister’s sexy, powerful boss. The deception can’t last; she’s falling for this ruthless tycoon. How will James react...