Bravo Family Series by Christine Rimmer, Lynda Sandoval

RIGHT BRIDE Lovely widowed mother Tess DeMarley had "perfect wife" written all over her, but rancher Zach Bravo had lost at love once before. So he proposed an arranged marriage. And he knew that it would stay just that, because Tess was a one-man woman, all right. Too bad Zach was the wrong man! WRONG GROOM? If you'd asked Tess DeMarley what man she'd always dreamed of having down on one knee proposing marriage to her, Zach Bravo might not have been her first choice... moreRIGHT BRIDE Lovely widowed mother Tess DeMarley had "perfect wife" written all over her, but rancher Zach Bravo had lost at love once before. So he proposed an arranged marriage. And he knew that it would stay just that, because Tess was a one-man woman, all right. Too bad Zach was the wrong man! WRONG GROOM? If you'd asked Tess DeMarley what man she'd always dreamed of having down on one knee proposing marriage to her, Zach Bravo might not have been her first choice. But now that he was her husband, she began looking at him in a new light and wondering if her in-name-only spouse could possibly be turning into her dream man. less

Based on the popular "Conveniently Yours" miniseries, this new story in the Bravo saga presents Jonas Bravo, who is left bitter by a heartbreaking loss early in life. But when baby Mandy enters his life, he's determined to keep the toddler by his side. Marrying Emma Hewitt, the child's guardian, should have easy. Unexpected feelings are stirred, and Jonas suddenly wonders if he really can have it all.

Hardworking detective Dekker Smith had always been beautician Joleen Tilly's best buddy. But when Joleen fell for a rich boy's honeyed lies—producing precious but fatherless little Sam—and Sam's powerful grandparents demanded custody, Dekker proposed an astonishing solution: a most convenient marriage!For Dekker had come into family money and was now wealthy enough to fend off any claims on Joleen's toddler... moreHardworking detective Dekker Smith had always been beautician Joleen Tilly's best buddy. But when Joleen fell for a rich boy's honeyed lies—producing precious but fatherless little Sam—and Sam's powerful grandparents demanded custody, Dekker proposed an astonishing solution: a most convenient marriage!For Dekker had come into family money and was now wealthy enough to fend off any claims on Joleen's toddler. But could Joleen fend off her sudden, searing desire for her in-name-only husband? Would that unexpected heat burn the bonds between best friends? Or forge a family that was meant to be? less

When it came to choosing the wrong man, Jane Elliott had written the book. So from now on, Jane had decided that when it came to untamable men, her policy was "hands-off." Only problem was, she hadn't counted on how irresistible Cade Bravo's hands would be--not to mention the rest of him.... As for Cade, gambler and bad boy extraordinaire, he always went after what he wanted--and he wanted Jane. And she wanted him, regardless of whether she thought it was sensible or not... moreWhen it came to choosing the wrong man, Jane Elliott had written the book. So from now on, Jane had decided that when it came to untamable men, her policy was "hands-off." Only problem was, she hadn't counted on how irresistible Cade Bravo's hands would be--not to mention the rest of him.... As for Cade, gambler and bad boy extraordinaire, he always went after what he wanted--and he wanted Jane. And she wanted him, regardless of whether she thought it was sensible or not. Oh, he figured her head was saying no--but weren't her heart and body screaming yes? less

There must be fifty ways to say I'm pregnant! So why couldn't Starr Bravo think of at least one? Maybe because though she'd been in love with rancher Beau Tisdale since she was sixteen, they'd agreed that this "summer of love" was just that. That when September rolled around, they'd go their separate ways--she to her glamorous job in New York City, he back to ranch life. But now--too late--she knew that the life she wanted was right here, with Beau and their unborn child... moreThere must be fifty ways to say I'm pregnant! So why couldn't Starr Bravo think of at least one? Maybe because though she'd been in love with rancher Beau Tisdale since she was sixteen, they'd agreed that this "summer of love" was just that. That when September rolled around, they'd go their separate ways--she to her glamorous job in New York City, he back to ranch life. But now--too late--she knew that the life she wanted was right here, with Beau and their unborn child. And she needed to get the words out--Beau, I'm pregnant--before their baby did it for her! So why couldn't she just tell him? Maybe because there were three words she was longing to hear from him first? less

She's got issues with the Christmas issue As editor of Alpha, the ultimate men's magazine, B. J. Carlyle is out to prove to her father, the publisher, that she's got what it takes to become editor in chief�even if it means swallowing her pride and getting her ex, Buck Bravo, for December's cover story.Landing the bestselling author, adventurer and man of the hour is a coup; the competition would kill to get the exclusive. But Buck is insisting that B.J... moreShe's got issues with the Christmas issue As editor of Alpha, the ultimate men's magazine, B. J. Carlyle is out to prove to her father, the publisher, that she's got what it takes to become editor in chief�even if it means swallowing her pride and getting her ex, Buck Bravo, for December's cover story.Landing the bestselling author, adventurer and man of the hour is a coup; the competition would kill to get the exclusive. But Buck is insisting that B.J. spend the next two weeks with him in the Sierra Mountains and write the story herself. B.J. agrees, but she's not going to tell Buck she suspects she's pregnant with his baby.B.J.'s out to get her story.She doesn't need Buck thinking she's out to get her man. less

Crystal Cerise's secret affair with her best friend's brother was supposed to be just that. An affair. And a secret. So her world turned upside down the instant she discovered she was pregnant. Yes, she'd always been half in love with Tanner Bravo. But now she was having his baby!Private Investigator Tanner Bravo took his responsibilities--and the mind-numbing chemistry he felt with Crystal--very seriously. And he had a serious proposal: let's try a "practice" marriage... moreCrystal Cerise's secret affair with her best friend's brother was supposed to be just that. An affair. And a secret. So her world turned upside down the instant she discovered she was pregnant. Yes, she'd always been half in love with Tanner Bravo. But now she was having his baby!Private Investigator Tanner Bravo took his responsibilities--and the mind-numbing chemistry he felt with Crystal--very seriously. And he had a serious proposal: let's try a "practice" marriage. He had a feeling that practice would make perfect... less

ONE VISIT TO HER RANCH HAD LANDED HIM IN THE DELIVERY ROOM! All Gabe Bravo wanted was to convince Mary Hofstetter to sell him her land. But the young widow had barely told him to hightail it off her property before going into labor. Being an honorable Bravo bachelor, he stayed by her side, even after her little bundle of joy appeared. There was no denying Gabe had declared himself permanently single --- and proud of it... moreONE VISIT TO HER RANCH HAD LANDED HIM IN THE DELIVERY ROOM! All Gabe Bravo wanted was to convince Mary Hofstetter to sell him her land. But the young widow had barely told him to hightail it off her property before going into labor. Being an honorable Bravo bachelor, he stayed by her side, even after her little bundle of joy appeared. There was no denying Gabe had declared himself permanently single --- and proud of it. But with his feelings for Mary growing deeper, he was suddenly torn: walk away from mother and child, or do what he'd sworn he'd never do --- get hitched! less

Luke Bravo was stunned when Mercy Cabrera showed up in the middle of the night to treat his prize stud. The exotic girl he remembered had matured into a skilled vet--and a sultry, passionate woman he knew he should steer clear of at all costs.Luke was a Bravo--reason enough to keep her distance. But Mercy had loved the rugged rancher since she was sixteen. And when their simmering attraction led to a night of intense passion, she knew she'd risk everything for a future together....

FROM HOUSEKEEPER TO BLUSHING BRIDE? Regal, reserved Irina Lukovic was the perfect live-in housekeeper. Until she found out she was being sent back to her war-torn homeland. So Caleb Bravo came up with the ideal solution ... one where they'd still be living together on a more permanent basis ... The handsome bachelor proposed! Irina couldn't believe that the footloose mogul was giving up his freedom for her... moreFROM HOUSEKEEPER TO BLUSHING BRIDE? Regal, reserved Irina Lukovic was the perfect live-in housekeeper. Until she found out she was being sent back to her war-torn homeland. So Caleb Bravo came up with the ideal solution ... one where they'd still be living together on a more permanent basis ... The handsome bachelor proposed! Irina couldn't believe that the footloose mogul was giving up his freedom for her. But now that they were officially husband and wife, she suddenly yearned to belong to Caleb in more than name only. To be his wife in every sense of the word. less

"Sex is absolutely off the table."So "this" was Dax Girard's hiring policy. Well, it might not be conventional--but then again, all admin-assist-wannabe Zoe Bravo wanted was a job. And her prospective boss, Dax Girard, was so gorgeous that he'd clearly had to beat them off with a stick before. So she calmly agreed to the mogul's terms--even throwing in a fake fiance for good measure! A strictly hands-off policy was fine with her... more"Sex is absolutely off the table."So "this" was Dax Girard's hiring policy. Well, it might not be conventional--but then again, all admin-assist-wannabe Zoe Bravo wanted was a job. And her prospective boss, Dax Girard, was so gorgeous that he'd clearly had to beat them off with a stick before. So she calmly agreed to the mogul's terms--even throwing in a fake fiance for good measure! A strictly hands-off policy was fine with her.... But was it fine with "him?" Because the more no-strings-attached Dax swore he was as immune to Zoe as he was to your average beautiful woman, the more he started envisioning a future that had her in it. And, in nine months, a little someone else, as well. less

Both times, it was a fall that nearly did him in...The first time, it was a tumble down a mountain that threatened Donovan McRae's very survival. And though he had once been the Man Who Had Everything, at that point he thought he had nothing left to lose. Until Abilene Bravo walked into his life--and he realized he was wrong. Because though he thought he'd lost his heart years ago, he found himself losing it again as he fell fast...for the feisty woman who wouldn't take no for an answer.

You are cordially invited to the…shotgun…wedding of Elena Cabrera Bravo and Rogan Murdoch Date: As soon as labor is over. Time: Just enough for the bride to fit into something other than a hospital gown. Hosted by: The brothers of the bride. In fact, they insisted on it! Reason for Union: The bride and groom love each other…even if they're both too stubborn to admit it! RSVP to the Bravo Family. Gifts (wedding and baby) optional…

Travis Bravo was sick of his meddling mother and her matchmaking ways. So what better way to stop her than to bring a fiancee home for the holidays? One catch--he wasn't even dating anyone. But that was where his rough-and-tumble oil-rig friend, Samantha Jaworski, came in. An unpolished tomboy, Sam was game for anything for a good friend. But after her girlfriend-ready makeover, she fell easily into the role of Travis's loving partner--and into his arms... moreTravis Bravo was sick of his meddling mother and her matchmaking ways. So what better way to stop her than to bring a fiancee home for the holidays? One catch--he wasn't even dating anyone. But that was where his rough-and-tumble oil-rig friend, Samantha Jaworski, came in. An unpolished tomboy, Sam was game for anything for a good friend. But after her girlfriend-ready makeover, she fell easily into the role of Travis's loving partner--and into his arms. Would she be standing under his mistletoe...for keeps? less

Well, timing never had been his strong suit… And the fact that Bowie Bravo walked in the door, after seven years away, just when Glory Rossi was about to go into labor with another man's child certainly proved the point. Because the last time Glory had seen Bowie was when she was delivering his child —a little boy who'd never known his real father. But according to Bowie, that was about to change... moreWell, timing never had been his strong suit… And the fact that Bowie Bravo walked in the door, after seven years away, just when Glory Rossi was about to go into labor with another man's child certainly proved the point. Because the last time Glory had seen Bowie was when she was delivering his child —a little boy who'd never known his real father. But according to Bowie, that was about to change.Bowie was now a respectable businessman, and he was more than ready to be a father—to both of Glory's children. He was also ready to be a husband to the woman he'd never been able to live without. And when he saw that their feelings for each other still burned bright, he didn't see any reason why he'd have to…. less

BEAUTY AND THE…MAN WHO'LL NEVER LET HER GO  On paper, this should have been the perfect arrangement.   Elise Bravo needed a job, desperately. And soldier turned thriller writer Jed Walsh burned through—almost literally, it turned out—assistants like hellfire through brimstone. Turned out he had some… unusual work habits to go along with his giant talent and ego. He threw knives to relax. He cleaned his guns as he acted out scenes... moreBEAUTY AND THE…MAN WHO'LL NEVER LET HER GO  On paper, this should have been the perfect arrangement.   Elise Bravo needed a job, desperately. And soldier turned thriller writer Jed Walsh burned through—almost literally, it turned out—assistants like hellfire through brimstone. Turned out he had some… unusual work habits to go along with his giant talent and ego. He threw knives to relax. He cleaned his guns as he acted out scenes. And more than anything, he hated cats…  Enter Elise, crack typist, master plotter and perfect for the live-in job in every way but one…two if you count Mr. Wiggles, her furry companion. For though Jed had sworn he would never get "involved" with a woman who worked for him, it took only a day or two with the perfectly professional, pencil skirt–wearing Bravo beauty to realize that he needed to keep Elise—in his bed, in his house and in his life. And the first step was building Mr. Wiggles a catio—because maybe there was more than one way for Jed to make Elise his. less

She turned him down. Twice. Karin Killigan refuses to marry Liam Bravo solely for the sake of their pending baby. This time, the widowed mother of two is holding out for true lasting love. And even though she is knee-deep in kids and family chaos, Karin and Liam’s attraction is hotter than ever, but Karin won’t settle. Liam will have to prove he’s in it for love if he wants a family for his baby’s first Christmas.