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Passion heats up the Keystone State as the legendary New York Timesbestselling romance author takes her Americana series back east to Pennsylvania. From a young age, Mara Prentiss knew never to trust men. Her philandering father's antics and her mother's pain showed her all too well the kind of trouble love could bring. She's spent years practicing how to steel up against the kind of hurt a broken heart can cause, and she's yet to meet a man who could break down her defensesuntil Sinclair Buchanan moves into her backyard. As soon as the debonair scoundrel takes up residence in the cottage at the back of Mara's property, it becomes clear that Sinclair won't be satisfied until her frosty demeanor melts. But even as his determined wooing in the peaceful Pennsylvania countryside begins to win her over, Mara doubts her fearful heart will ever truly allow her to give in to love. With over 300 million copies of her books sold, Janet Dailey is an icon of American romance and a skilled storyteller who proves her mastery yet again in The Thawing of Mara.

The New York Timesbestselling legend displays her ';mastery of sweeping romance' in this scandalous tale of Southern passion from her Americana series (Lanier County News). Discover romance across America with Janet Dailey's classic series featuring a love story set in each of the fifty states. One of the most beloved romance authors of all time, whose novels have sold more than 300 million copies worldwide, Dailey invites you to Hattiesburg, Mississippi, for an unforgettable story of forbidden love in A Tradition of Pride. Lara Alexander Cochran could never disgrace her proud Southern family by getting a divorceeven though her scoundrel of a husband started cheating almost before their honeymoon was over. But one thing is for certain: The beautiful betrayed belle is through with men forever! Of course, Ransom MacQuade has other ideas. The strapping new manager of the sprawling Alexander plantation, Rans knew his journey from Texas was worth it the first time he set his piercing brown eyes on the boss's shapely daughter. The stunning redhead may seem cold on the outside, but Rans can tell it's a false front masking a deep pain in her heart. And though Lara knows what the family expects of her, a passionate encounter with this powerful, caring stranger may just be too tempting to resist.

A New Hampshire playboy is about to meet his match in this Americana romance from the New York Timesbestselling author. Twenty-two-year-old Stephanie Hall has heard the rumors about the White Boar Inn's playboy owner, but never met the man in person. So when circumstances force PerryStephanie's brother and the inn's managerto put her in charge of greeting Brock on his arrival, she's more than a little curious about the man whose very name sends the female staff atwitter. New Hampshire's White Mountains are cloaked in vibrant autumnal colors when Brock drives up with a curvy blonde in tow. He's every bit as handsome as she had heard, and it's a struggle for Stephanie to maintain her composure in the presence of his overpowering virility. Perry warned her that Brock's seductive air hid a heart of stone, but Stephanie never expected she would be willing to throw caution to the wind for just a moment in those arms.

In the New York Timesbestselling author's Americana romance, two brothers vie for a Minnesota beauty. One promises love. The other, passion. College student Alanna Powell has come back to her hometown of Hibbing, built on the rich ore of the Mesabi Iron Ridge in Northern Minnesota. But it's more than a just a summer vacation. She's here to see Kurt Matthews, the man she plans to marry. But Alanna never considered a complication like Kurt's older brother, Rolt. It was Rolt's firm that took controlling interest in the Powell family iron mines years ago and made it a success. And now there's one more thing Rolt wants to take: Alanna's heart. For blood brothers, Kurt and Rolt are as different as day and night. Kurt is kind, humble, and considerate. Rolt is conceited and demanding, a strapping giant of a man who goes after what he wants. That includes Alanna. He delights in wreaking havoc on her senses and breaking down her resolve with each stolen kiss. Now, as unexpected as it is, Alanna can't help but admit that with every torrid summer night her resistance is beginning to melt away.

The bouquet of California wine country becomes a stimulating aphrodisiac in this Americana romance from the New York Timesbestselling author. Alisa Franklin knows a good prospect when she sees one, and Zachary Stuart is it. A vintner from Napa Valley, California, he's handsome, respected, available, and in need of the $200K that comes with Alisa's proposal of marriage. By dictate of her mother's will, finding a husband is the only way she can gain custody of her half-sister. It's a business arrangement, pure and simple. Because when it comes to men, Alisa's as cold as ice. After inheriting his father's considerable debts, Zachary is eager to seal the dealon his conditions. They'll live in his house and play husband and wife to the hilt. Even if he knows Alisa will never agree to the games that come with it. But Zachary is an inveterate gambler, and instinct tells him the odds are in his favor. Plus, the more he gets to know Alisa, the more he wants to prove their love is no charade. Being near her is making him as hot as fire, and melting away Alisa's defenses will be a pleasure.

A Connecticut woman's professional career becomes a very personal affair in this Americana romance from the New York Timesbestselling author. Zane Wilding's company in Hartford, Connecticut, has made him one of the most influential financial wheeler-dealers on the East Coast. And he's learned to command attention with his looks alonelooks that are as cold and hard as marble. His ambitious new assistant, Deborah Holland, has never met anyone so calculating, inscrutable, or drop-dead gorgeous. As much as she hates to admit it, he takes her breath away. Then Deborah learns the truth of Zane's private lifethe bitter secrets of a punishing marriage that has become a prison. And for Zane, there is no escape. Even now, when he's finally found a woman he can open up to and care for, he fears he can never really have her. As difficult as it is, it's Deborah's ultimate decision: leave Zane behind and move on with her life, or stay with the one man she's come to love, the one man who's destined to break her heart.

A romantic ruse unravels among the Alabama elite in the New York Timesbestselling author's Americana novel of deception and desire. What was shy Los Angeles secretary Laurie Evans doing in Mobile, Alabama, for the weekend? Making good on a promise to meet the future in-laws. Not hers, but her cousin LaRaine's. Like a fool, Laurie has agreed to masquerade as her cousin after the spoiled aspiring actress lands a movie role. LaRaine's fiance, millionaire hotel magnate Rian Montgomery, isn't going to be there, and the rest of the Montgomery clan will never be the wiser. What could possibly go wrong? After spending her life in her cousin's shadow, it's Laurie's turn to take a starring roleuntil Rian unexpectedly arrives at his family's estate. To Laurie's surprise, he agrees to the ruse. He has his reasons. Soon, a bride-to-be could be cut from the picture, a love affair will be turned upside down, and for Laurie, the dream of a dazzling romance will be no charade.

A beautiful heiress in upstate New York can't resist a mysterious stranger in this entry in the New York Timesbestselling author's Americana series. Discover romance across America with Janet Dailey's classic series featuring a love story set in each of the fifty states. A New York Timesbestselling author with over 300 million copies of her books in print, Dailey transports you to the picturesque northern border of New York State in Beware of the Stranger. Samantha Jones is a small town journalist with a big secret. She is actually Samantha Gentry, daughter of one of New York's most famous and powerful moguls. At twenty-two, she's decided that finding true love isn't easy for an heiress. But she's willing to change her mind when she meets a man who knows her secretand claims to have a message from her father. Soon, the handsome stranger has Samantha traveling by boat to a remote island along the St. Lawrence River. But who is Chris Andrews and what does he want? Why isn't Samantha allowed to leave the island? A prisoner of the passionate lover whose motives she can't begin to fathom, she is also a hostage to the powerful desires he awakens in her. And surrendering her heart could demand the highest ransom of all.

In this Americana romance from the New York Timesbestselling author, a single mother returns to her Maryland hometown, and a lost love. Valerie Wentworth, a young woman from Maryland farm country, paid for her mistakes. Her grandfather saw to it. Her only real family, he disowned her after a fling with wealthy and cavalier horse-breeder Judd Prescott left her pregnant and alone. Afraid to tell Judd the truth, Valerie had nowhere to turn but the first road out of town. Seven years later, she's come home for her grandfather's funeral with her six-year-old son. One look at Judd, and she's swept away by bittersweet memories. Yet he's not the only reason she's spending the summer in Maryland. It'll give her son a chance to enjoy the rich green countryside, and ride the thoroughbreds on Judd's farm. Still, Valerie can't help wondering if she should share the secret of their child with the one man who could break her heart all over again.

From the New York Timesbestselling author's Americana series: A beautiful Kentucky horse trainer gives a handsome blueblood a run for his money. Discover romance across America with Janet Dailey's classic series featuring a love story set in each of the fifty states. With more than 300 million books sold, Dailey is an undisputed legend of contemporary romantic fictionand in Bluegrass King, she celebrates a love as lush as the rolling hills of Kentucky. Dani Williams has always resented wealthy, self-confident Barrett King. The scion of a blueblood Kentucky family, Barrett is used to the best of everythingwhile Dani and her horse-trainer father struggle to get by. But now they own The Rogue, a thoroughbred racehorse Dani is sure will be a champion. Finally, she'll get to show Barrett that he can't always win. But there's no such thing as a sure thingon the racetrack or in love. And when tragedy strikes for Dani, Barrett's sincere caring threatens to reveal a devastating truth: Her resentment masks an aching desire for the almost impossibly handsome man. But if she unchains her heart, will Barrett welcome her into his world of Kentucky privilege? And could she ever belong?

In the rugged country of Arkansas, a young woman fights for freedom, passion, and love in this Americana romance from the New York Timesbestselling author. Discover romance across America with Janet Dailey's classic series featuring a love story set in each of the fifty states. Ever since her mother's death, Tisha Caldwell's father has treated her like a prisoner. Although she's twenty years old, he expects her to be as chaste as a child, flying into rages whenever she comes home late from a date, or when he suspects she's been kissing some boy. When he sees her arms wrapped around the suave Roarke Madison, Tisha's father decrees they must be wed. And Roarke is no help at all when he presents her with the most beautiful diamond solitaire engagement ring she's ever seen. Now, in the rough country of the great state of Arkansas, Tisha must balance her need for liberation with the love beginning to grow in her heart.

The New York Timesbestselling author proves that appearances can be deceiving in this irresistible Americana romance set in the Buckeye State. Married at seventeen and widowed shortly thereafter, Elizabeth Carrel, known about town as ';young widow Carrel,' barely even knew what it was like to be a wife. Most of her adult life has been on her own, caring for her daughter with the help of her high-society mother-in-law. She's never even really missed having a man arounduntil the most unlikely of suitors awakens feelings she can't ignore. The last time Elizabeth saw Jed Carrel, her late husband's brother, he seemed determine to break every tie with his proper, wealthy family through his crude and lazy behavior. But now that the prodigal son has returned, he seems differentkinder, more determined, much more appealing. Elizabeth knows she should keep her distance, but after so long alone, she's finding his charms difficult to resist. Janet Dailey has over 300 million books sold, and The Widow and the Wastrel is the perfect example of why. A brilliant blend of small-town charm and sophisticated romance, this Ohio-set love story is guaranteed to woo readers.

A daughter is torn between family loyalty and desire for the man who can save her father's coal mine in this romantic gem from the New York Times bestseller. Beautiful, talented Glenna Reynolds would like to be focusing on her writing career, but she knows that if the government shuts down her family's West Virginia coal mine, it would kill her father. Accompanying him for a meeting at the world-famous Greenbrier spa in the magnificent Allegheny Valley, Glenna encounters Jett Coulson for the first time. The handsome tycoon holds their family business in his powerful handsand his self-assured charm combined with his rough, raw masculinity takes her breath away. But Jett isn't interested in absorbing the Reynolds' mining operation into his conglomerateand after just a few precious moments spent with intoxicating, chestnut-haired Glenna, he already has a very different kind of merger in mind. With more than 300 million copies of her novels sold, New York Timesbestselling author Janet Dailey can rightfully be called America's most beloved romance writer. Her Americana series now makes an unforgettable stop in West Virginia, as love blooms against a majestic mountain vista.

Love shines bright in this sweet Western romance set in Idahoanother classic entry in the New York Timesbestselling author's Americana series. Girls may be made of sugar, spice, and everything nice, but Charley Collins was brought up to be a slightly different kind of lady. Working on her family's cattle ranch, she's used to taking care of herself. But when her brother is laid up with a broken leg, she finds she needs a little bit of help to get by. She just doesn't expect that help to be in the form of a mysterious stranger who's appealing in more ways than one. Shad Russell never puts down roots. Roaming from place to place, taking work where he can get it, he's the kind of man who prefers to be on his own and as unconnected as possible. He knows getting close to Charley can only mean trouble for them both. But that doesn't mean he can control his attraction to heror keep them both from losing their hearts somewhere down the road.

An Oregon ski trip leads to an avalanche of desire in the New York Timesbestselling author's series that sets each novel in a different state. ';Lucky at cards, unlucky in love.' Tell's words as they left the casino brought the haunted look back into Andrea's eyes. The skiing holiday in Squaw Valley was all she'd hoped for. And she had totally ignored the warning voices that cautioned her to stay away from Tell Stafford. A lot of girls indulged in harmless flirtations. Why shouldn't she? But Andrea and Tell had fallen deeply in love, and now it was too late. Andra knew that if she revealed her terrible secret, everything would change.

A resort owner teaches a flirtatious guest the true meaning of love in this Americana romance from the New York Timesbestselling author. At the tender age of twenty, romance is still a game to stunning Annette Long. She's looking for some excitement to spice up a month-long family vacation on Wrightsville Beach, and some innocent flirtation should do the trick. And now she's found the ideal target. The scion of a patrician North Carolina family, resort owner Joshua Lord is used to attention from beautiful female guests. With his sexy, sun-bronzed body, his wealth, and social standing, he can have any woman he desireswhich is why Annette is determined to make him want her. But love is serious business for Josh Lord. If this playful blond minx believes she can toy with his affections, he's ready to teach her a few lessons in love. The little girl from The Matchmakers is all grown up in the North Carolina installment of Janet Dailey's phenomenal Americana Seriesproving once again why the New York Times bestseller is one of America's favorite romance writers with more than 300 million books sold.

A schoolteacher and a single father find a second chance at love on an Iowa farm in this Americana romance from the New York Timesbestselling author. Although they have yet to meet, Catherine Carlsen already hates the man who just bought the beloved Iowa farm that has been in her family for generations. The dedicated elementary school teacher believed the Carlsens would always own this special piece of land, and marriage to her distant cousin and childhood sweetheart would guarantee their future. But Cathie's sprawling home on the Boyer River now belongs to Robert Douglas, a big-city businessman whose arrival in their Midwestern town creates a huge stir. The divorced single father came west to start over with the little boy with whom he has just been reunited. Rob's devotion to his child isn't the only thing that draws Cathie to him. Her attraction to the new owner of Homeplace is impossible to ignore. As their relationship deepens, can Cathie and Rob's dreams expand to include a family and promise of a love that could give them all a place to belong?

In coastal Maine, a woman's scandalous past comes back to haunt herand tempt herin this Americana romance from the New York Timesbestselling author. In a picturesque fishing village off the coast of Maine, twenty-six-year-old attorney Gina Gaynes has a thriving career and a bright future. The last man she wants to see is Rhyder Owens, a virile member of the yachting set, back in town to shake up her life again. She's fought hard to forget what happened between them nine years ago. It hadn't been love, it was raw desire. It wasn't a marriage, it was a scandal. It ended not in bittersweet goodbyes, but with blackmail. Now Rhyder is back to reclaim what he never should have let go. But Gina is not the girl he once knew, one given to impulsive fantasies. She's no longer under the rule of a family who put them both through hell. She's an independent, sophisticated woman who can't be swayed by a bronze sculpture made of flesh and blood. And yet, locked in his embrace, her heart skips a beat. It's making Gina wonder, maybe even hope, that the man who once seemed so wrong for her, could actually be the love of her life.

A Rhode Island widow's recent engagement is threatened by the shocking return of her husband in this romance from the New York Timesbestselling author. Dina Chandler has been to hell and back. Two-and-a-half years ago, her tempestuous marriage to Blake Chandler ended abruptly when his plane disappeared in the South American jungle. With no one else to take the helm, the lovely, grief-stricken widow found herself in charge of the vast Chandler hotel empire. Through it all, Blake's old friend, Chet Stanton, had been her rock. The Newport air kisses Dina's hair with salt as she says farewell to Blake's old sailboat. She isn't much of a sailor andnow that she's engaged to ChetDina feels it's time to let go. But when Dina arrives home, she thinks she's seen a ghost. Always hot-tempered, Blake's ordeal has utterly stripped him of his former sophistication, and he's furious to find his return marred by Dina's engagement. Terrified of the man whose bed she once shared, Dina must now choose between her new love and a savage stranger.

Love runs wild for a mysterious cowboy and an Arizona hellcat in this Americana romance from the New York Timesbestselling author of Rivals. It's a Sonora, Arizona, sundown and Brandy Ames has one thought: Where's a cowboy when you need one? Her skittish Arabian gelding turned tail and galloped off leaving Brandy lost in the desert. Then she sees the flicker of fire over the next rise and follows it straight to the camp of a cattle thief. Rugged and drop-dead gorgeous in weathered suede, Jim is a man of few words. There's no time for small talk, anyway. An oncoming sandstorm is forcing them to take shelter for the nightin each other's arms. Brandy wasn't exactly prepared for his kiss. Willing? Yes. But what was she thinking? Saddling up next to him, Brandy has no idea that Jim has a secretone that's going to make Brandy the envy of every girl she knows. And inflame the wrath of a few she doesn't. It may have begun as a chance encounter in the desert, but it's about to explode into the most public romance of the year. If Brandy can take the heat.

A New York fashion model falls for a handsome cowboy in this Americana romance set in New Mexico by the New York Timesbestselling author. Blessed with silvery blond hair, a show-stopping figure, and a creamy, flawless complexion, Diana enjoys a thriving career as a model in New York City. Still, in her heart, she longs only for the love of a good man and the simple joys of marriage and motherhood. At twenty-four, Diana has learned that most of the good men are intimidated by her looks, and she attracts only those whose egos need to be stroked by having a beautiful woman on their arm. But all of that is about to change when she travels out west for a photo shoot at a rodeo and meets New Mexico rancher Lije Masters. The desert afternoon is hot and still when a startled horse sends Diana literally falling into Lije's strong arms. From afar, Diana had already noticed the cowboy's rugged good looks; up close, she can feel his granite-colored eyes seeing past her exterior and straight into her soul. But is she willing to give up life in the big city for the Land of Enchantment?

A beautiful wife with an unspeakable secret yearns for love in this Americana romance set in the Ozark Mountains by the New York Timesbestselling author. Spring is bursting forth and dogwood blossoms litter Missouri's Ozark Mountains, but Tanya Lassiter feels a winter chill in her heart. Her son, John, was only three when Jake Lassiter last visited from South Africa. Now seven, John has no memory of the visit and has begun to question if his father really exists. Reluctantly, Tanya promises to write Jake and ask him to return. For Tanya, life at the Lassiter homewhere she and John live in modernist splendor with Jake's wealthy parentsis often strained. Julia Lassiter tolerates Tanya for John's sake, but can't forgive her for driving Jake away. So when Jake appears unannounced at his parents' anniversary party, Tanya is gripped by conflicting emotions. Harder with a world-weary edge, Jake is even more handsome than she remembered. But does he know Tanya has fallen in love with another man? Or has he returned to claim everything he believes is rightfully his?

A Tennessee woman risks her heart on the secrets of a perfect new lover in this Americana romance from the New York Timesbestselling author. Jessica Thorne, an advertising executive from Chattanooga, Tennessee, never expected such a blast from the past. Yet there he was: Brodie Hayes. Years ago, Brodie had pursued Jessica's older sister, Jordanna, and got stung. A poor boy from the wrong side of the tracks, he couldn't measure up to the Thorne family's high standards. Now Brodie has returned to the cityhandsome, charismatic, and wealthy beyond measure. And this time, he only has eyes for Jessica. Jessica is flattered by Brodie's lavish attention, charmed by his persistence, and astonished by his declaration of love. He's definitely the kind of man Jessica has dreamed of, but she can't help wondering: Is he living out the fantasies he still has for her sister? Or could it even be something as sinister as revenge? The answer is arriving soon. Jordanna is coming home to Chattanooga for a visit. Now, Jessica will find out if Brodie is the man of her dreams or too good to be true.

Love and danger collide as the cross-country romance series heads to Nevadafrom the bestselling author with more than 300 million books in print. The crash of a Cessna 310 charter flight on a Nevada mountainside has left two survivors: Leah Talbot, a young secretary from Las Vegas, and the pilot, lone wolf Reilly Smith. Part Native American, all man, Reilly is impassive, mysterious, and inscrutable. Under the noonday sun, they make their way across a hostile stretch of Nevada desert. Under the cold night rain, they have only their bodies, locked in embrace, to keep them warm. As two desperate strangers come together, so does a desire that burns as hot as the sand. But Reilly's instincts are as strong as his survival skills. They may share a love that's helping to keep them alive, but he knows that once they reach civilization the bond between them will be severed with a last kiss goodbye. Unless Reilly can make Leah realize that she's saved him as much as he's saved her.

A workplace flirtation leads to something more in this New Jerseyset romance in the series that gives each state a love story to call its own. As one of the few female ';cameramen' in the TV business, Jersey girl Petra ';Pet' Wallis works hard to fit in on set. But as much as she tries to keep her cool, she can't help butting heads with her boss, Dane Kingston. The first time she met Dane, the hotshot producer/director mistook Pet for someone's girlfriend and chewed her out for messing with expensive equipment. Pet quickly corrected his error, but the two have had it out for each other ever since. Now, Pet is working for Dane again, this time on a high-profile special starring the singing sex goddess, Ruby Gale. Before shooting even starts, Dane warns Pet to make sure she doesn't stir up trouble. Pet has always been careful, but Dane gets under her skin in a way she just can't explain. And as the production unfolds, it gets tougher and tougher for Pet to behave like she's just one of the boys.

A famous model can't deny her Kansas rootsor her gorgeous childhood crushin this Americana romance from the legendary New York Timesbestselling author. Discover romance across America with Janet Dailey's classic series featuring a love story set in each of the fifty states. Jonni Starr has everything she dreamed of as a girl in Kansas: a glamorous modeling career in New York and a sophisticated fiance who pampers her to no end. After six years away from the Sunflower State, she can't wait to be back with her beau and show off her success. But the happy homecoming is a little more complicated thanks to Gabe Stockman, Jonni's father's right-hand man. Jonni used to idolize him, even though he would never even glance at the boss's daughter. But now, Gabe seems to do nothing but look at her. And he sees a side of the former country girl no one else does. Gabe is determined to remind Jonni of her roots, and the kind of down-home man she should be spending her life with. Filled with Midwest charm and swoon-worthy romance, The Mating Season shows why Janet Dailey is a legend with over 300 million copies of her books sold.

From a New York Timesbestselling author: A widowed father finds an unexpected romance when his two tenacious daughters unite him with their new nanny. Jordan Long has serious issues with the attractive young live-in nanny his aunt hired while he was away on business. He specifically requested a more experienced, matronly woman to take care of his two young daughters, and Kathleen Darrow is an unwanted sexy distraction. She has to go. After three years working as a nurse, Kathleen was ready for a change, and she was thrilled to take the governess job at Long's magnificent home near Delaware Bay. Soon after meeting little Annette and Marsha, she begins to hate the idea of being separated from themand from their charismatic father with his powerful air of self-confidence and darkly handsome features. But if two very resourceful little girls have their way, their passionate, auburn-haired caregiver will soon be assuming a more permanent position in the family householdand in the heart of their widowed dad. With more than 300 million books sold, New York Timesbestselling author Janet Dailey is one of America's premier romance fiction superstarsand she now continues her romantic tour of every state with this heartwarming tale of Delaware passion.

An English royal melts the heart of a lonesome ranch girl in this Americana romance set in the Roughrider State from the New York Timesbestselling author. At twenty-one, Katherine ';Kit' Bonner is the de facto manager of the Flying Eagle Ranch in the badlands of North Dakota. For three generations, the Bonners have tended the land and its cattle on behalf of its absentee ownersa family of English barons who seem to be more of a myth than anything else. So Kit is taken by surprise when the current baron, Reese Talbot, shows up announced. Deceived by his American accent, Kit mistakes Reese for a salesman and tries to send him packing. He, in turn, can't quite tell if the grimy, shapeless figure on horseback is a man or a woman. But Kit is in for an even bigger surprise when she realizes that her madding, yet undeniably gorgeous, new boss is planning to stay at the ranch long-term. As Reese attempts to pierce Kit's tough exterior, he begins to win her grudging respectand to thaw the ice surrounding her high lonesome heart.

A dream job in Hawaii leads to a chance at love in this Americana romance from the New York Timesbestselling author. To get through the harsh New England winter, Julie Lancaster has been waiting tables while she waits to land her dream job teaching high school history. But then her employment agency calls with an even dreamier offer: a well-paid tutoring position in beautiful, balmy Hawaii! The moment she steps off the plane, Julie is bewitched by the island's intoxicating atmosphere and the lingering scent of exotic blossoms. Debbie, her sixteen-year-old tutee, is a sweetheart, and everyone on the estate makes her feel welcomeexcept Ruel Chandler, Debbie's imperious, older half-brother. At the beach, Julie meets Frank, a handsome surfer who's obviously smitten. But as the Kona winds blow, Julie realizes there's something about Ruel that makes Frank seem like a mere boy by comparison.

A tale of romance, passion, and rebirth in the rugged deserts of Utah from a New York Timesbestselling author. LaRaine came to Hollywood in search of a rich husband and an easy life. But just as she got the chance to star in a movie, her wealthy fiance cut her loose, ending her gold-digging career before it started. A few flops later, LaRaine's career is on its last legs, and she's looking for a safe haven. Instead, she'll find Deseret. In the wild expanse of the Utah desert, she meets a hard-bitten rancher during a location scout. He moves her in ways she didn't know were possible, and fills her with a love that will inspire her to remake herself as someone new. America's first lady of romance fiction, Janet Dailey's masterwork was her Americana seriesfifty novels of passion, with each set in a different state. A Land Called Deseret is an unforgettable trip to Utah.