Jack and Val* invite you to share the big day with them and other characters you've come to love. Actually, it will be more like their big week, with lots of goings-on at the Slash-C Ranch and in Knighton, Wyoming. Plus visits from characters from the Bardville, Wyoming and A Place Called Home series.It's going to be a huge party, don't miss it!* If you're not familiar with Jack and Val's story, read it now in Jack's Heart. And for more background on the Massachusetts side of the wedding party, check out A New World, the prequel to Jack's Heart.A note from author Patricia McLinn: Each of my Wyoming Wildflowers books is a stand-alone story, with no cliff-hangers. However, if you are new to Wyoming Wildflowers, this latest installment, A Cowboy Wedding, is best read with a little introduction to the many friends and family attending. Almost a Bride, my first book in the series, is a good starting point. Or the prequel,...

Final resting place? Deck chair.Death on the Diversion is the start of a brand-new cozy mystery series from a USA Today bestselling author.~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Sheila Mackey has a secret. To the world, she's author of a blockbuster book. Her wily great-aunt, the actual author, orchestrated this mutually beneficial masquerade. Now the aunt's retiring and Sheila must draft Act Two of her own life. This cruise is supposed to be the perfect time to do that.Crossing the Atlantic on the Diversion, Sheila finds a dead body on deck.She realizes she knows a whole lot more about the interactions of the victim and suspects than the ship's officials do. She's drawn into sleuthing, but finds herself hampered by a well-meaning but overprotective would-be Dr. Watson.This murder mystery with humor is the first book in a new series, Secret Sleuth. In later books, amateur sleuth Sheila returns to dry land in the Midwest, where...

The dreaded words: "We have to talk." Sleuth-with-a-big-secret Sheila Mackey says that to Teague O'Donnell just before this book starts. Will she spill all her hidden background to the guy she's dating? It's even more complicated since he's a detective-once-more, working for the local sheriff's department as an investigator – not good for secrets. And what about her sleuthing partner, Clara? Is it time to let her in on all of Sheila's secrets? But what if Clara says anything at their favorite hangout spot — the dog park, with Gracie, Lulu, and Murphy. The dogs will hold their tongues, but not the humans. One slip there and it's all over North Bend County. Ah, but Sheila's not the only one with secrets. Or surprises. Especially not when secrets, surprises, complicated relationships, partners on the outs, and – of course – dog play draw Sheila and Clara into investigating a...

Wildflowers have to be strong and resilient to bloom amid the rugged beauty of Wyoming – and so do the women. ~~~ "First Rate" – Romantic Times Lisa Currick was once as bright and open as the sunny Bur Marigold wildflower of her native Wyoming. That's how New York City Detective Shane Garrison has remembered her since she figured in his first investigation eight years ago. But when the cop arrives in her western hometown determined to take this second chance to resolve the remaining mystery, he discovers the girl he's remembered has become a very different woman.Once open-hearted and delighted to pursue her talents as a jewelry designer, Lisa has put all that aside for a life of routine, order, and discipline. And Shane wants to know why. He can't forget the girl, but he's fascinated by the woman who challenges him to find answers inside himself."McLinn doesn't waste a single word in this third story of the Wyoming Wildflower series....

Dax Randall wasn’t much of a role model to his teen son Will as far as the female sex was concerned. Known as Mr. Impossible, the stubborn bachelor scarcely talked to women. So he thought Hannah Chalmers would be a safe date, since she was only in town for two weeks. Wrong! Contemporary Romance by Patricia McLinn; originally published by Silhouette Special Edition

A Killing to Keep Old Wyoming Secrets and TreasuresDeath hits close to home for Elizabeth "E.M." Danniher  – or, rather, close to the Hovel, as she's dubbed her decrepit rental house.  Her elderly neighbor kills a man apparently robbing her of Western artifacts. As a former top-flight national TV reporter, Elizabeth knows self-defense might satisfy the legal system, yet leave her neighbor in danger. Doing what she does best – asking questions – Elizabeth sidesteps her boss and a nosy, jealous anchorman to inquire into an eccentric and mysterious western billionaire, an ambitious curator, rival collectors, family feuds and Cottonwood County's Wild West crimes of a century ago. Digging deeper into these western murder mysteries, Elizabeth relies on her team of friends who are proving their investigative chops. Before this is over, Elizabeth will need every one of them – and the stray dog she's adopted...

A mystery with Elizabeth's name on it.Elizabeth, Tom, and Tamantha prepare to celebrate their first Christmas together, with the joys and complications of forming a new family. But that's not all Elizabeth has on her plate for the holidays. Someone's put a wish on the Christmas Wishing Tree set up at KWMT-TV that has her name on it . . . and it's a weird one. Come join the gang as they celebrate, ring those sleigh bells – and find answers in this holiday novella. Holiday Bullets, Book 13 of the Caught Dead in Wyoming series, is a smart, surprising, fast-paced cozy mystery with humor. If you like quirky characters, hints of romance and twists you won't see coming, then you'll love USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn's page-turner. Don't miss any of Elizabeth Danniher's Caught Dead in Wyoming adventures!Sign OffLeft HangingShoot...

1880s Wyoming Territory—As strong as the ranch she runs, widow Rachel Terhune has one dream—to fulfill the legacy she inherited from her father. Hiring Nick Dusaq has nothing to do with the fierce pull between them and everything to do with saving her land.The solitary cowboy recognizes a kindred heart scarred by cruelty. He would ride away – he should ride away – if only her ranch didn’t need him so damned badly. Her ranch—not the widow woman like none he’s encountered before—is the only need he’ll let himself consider.Passion as powerful as the harsh beauty of the land around them bonds Rachel, the widow woman devoting every bit of her strength and courage to holding onto her Wyoming Territory ranch, and Nick, the loner cowhand with dreams of his own.Yes, they have passion. But does it hold the promise of healing and love or the destruction of dreams?- -...

Professor Carolyn Trent, returning from a prestigious conference abroad, is made academic advisor to ten basketball team members—much to her chagrin. C.J. Draper, the college’s irreverent new basketball coach, deplores her rigid outward perfection—but discovers a sensuous woman within. When her logic clashes with his ambition, can they both win? Contemporary Romance by Patricia McLinn; originally published by Silhouette Special Edition

One of their own becomes a target …Hot Roll is a broadcast term. It can simply mean cutting away from an interview to "b-roll" (scene-setting or explanatory footage) or it can mean the adrenaline-pumping drama of broadcast live from a bureau or TV truck because there's no time to do anything else.The horrible news that Jennifer's dear friend has died starts TV reporter Elizabeth Danniher, with friends Mike, Tom and Diana plus the rest of the Caught Dead in Wyoming crew, on an investigation that moves faster — and closer to them — than any of them could ever expect. One of their own becomes a target and they race time and a murderer before this Hot Roll burns them all. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Hot Roll, Book 8 of the Caught Dead in Wyoming series, is a smart, surprising, fast-paced cozy mystery with humor. If you like quirky characters, hints of romance and twists you won't see...

THE LONE RANGER AND THE RUNAWAY BRIDEAs she walked down the aisle, impulsive Judi Monroe knew she was making a major mistake. So she fled her socialite wedding, only to crash her car on the remote Diamond-V ranch. Enter rugged horseman Thomas Vance, who rescued her and left her breathless in under eight seconds.There was something about this man, his land, his beloved gran and teenaged half sister that filled Judi's family-hungry heart--and impetuously led her to feign amnesia to prolong her stay. But would stormy, sexy Thomas overlook her little white lie and detect the truth beneath: that, given his love, she'd happily remain his helpmate...forever?

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