Cathy: 1996 books

FAMILY BY FATE Finding an abandoned baby and a puppy brings nurse Bridgett Monroe one step closer to her dream of adoption. But Cullen Reid McCabe, aka the gruffest, sexiest rancher in Laramie, Texas, stands in her way. He’s been named responsible for the child—and he needs her help. Together...

Fishing with Flip-flops is a collection of the most memorable, often time humorous stories, of growing up as street kids in the small Indiana town of Lowell in the '60s. Living behind their parents' florist shop, the five siblings survive by wit, pure luck, and each other. When they move to a little...

Left hand, ring finger… Best friend Bridgett Owens's gigantic diamond winked at the eldest Deveraux son, Chase, like a coy madam at an old-time bordello. The fun-loving playboy of Charleston, South Carolina, wasn't supposed to go gaga over the grown-up daughter of the family housekeeper. Except...

Treasure this beautiful collection packed with all the angst of romance founded upon practical arrangements. Four sisters travel in answer to an ad before even corresponding with potential husbands. Two women bend to the will of their parents in taking husbands. A widow commits to a stranger in name...

***The Lost Springs Ranch for troubled boys is at stake, and it's a man's duty to give back… So there's going to be an auction! Bachelor #9 Name: Chance Cartwright Occupation: Rancher Biggest Achievement: Being the best horse trainer in Wyoming.*** Men of Chance Cartwright's...

**Get ready for some fast-and-loose matchmaking from The McCabes of Texas John and Lilah McCabe have four of the sexiest sons Laramie, Texas, has ever seen-but no grandbabies! Now they're fixin' to get a whole passel of 'em.** Local husband hunters hit pay dirt when Dr. Jackson McCabe...

NEW ARRIVALS Nursery Needed-Pronto! It was impulsive, romantic, exciting…and Tad McFarlane would do it all again…and again. Marrying Abby Kildaire after a whirlwind weekend was the best thing he'd ever done. Now, if he could only convince her of that fact. Crash Course For New...

Sara Crewe is a student at Miss Minchin’s fancy boarding school. She has the very best of everything. But when her rich father dies, she’s left without a penny. Now Sara lives in the school’s cold attic and works for crusts of bread. With some help from a secret friend and a touch of magic,...

Falling for her fiancé? Tycoon Theo De Angelis lives life by his rules only…until a family debt forces him to propose the only merger he's never chased-matrimony! Beautiful, inexperienced Alexa Caldini may be nothing like his usual blonde-bombshell "type" but that doesn't mean their marriage...

Savor this delightful collection packed with brothers and brides. The Chance brothers enjoy ranch life in California and are not searching for brides – until brides come to them like damsels in distress, pulling at their tender heartstrings. Will any of the rough-around-the-edges brothers stand a chance of barring their hearts from love as they offer a hand of compassion?

Welcome home, cowboy  As head of guest services at Bear Creek Ranch, it's Natalie Forrester's job to make everyone feel welcome. But from the moment they meet, it's former rodeo champion Aaron Reyes who makes Natalie feel special. The widowed cowboy may be kicking up some dust with his former...

At last the full story of Tony and Lucy's romance can be revealed. Tony has no idea that he is about to fall for the lively, elfin Lucy. But the course of true love never did run smoothly - and reading his side of the story as well as hers is an irresistible treat for all MATES, DATES fans.

With a busy career and three kids to feed, single father Dan Kingsland needs help to bring peace to his chaotic household! Hiring a professional chef is such a perfect solution, Dan doesn't notice the baby bump under Emily Stayton's coat. Emily, after working on her career for so many years,...

Susie Carrigan Needs a Man-Fast! When her family decides to play matchmaker, Susie can think of only one man to help her run interference. Rancher and caring vet Tyler McCabe has always been there for her anytime she needed a broad shoulder to lean on…or a warm kiss to heat up a cold Texas...