Laurie Paige

"In the town of Regent, a lurid murder becomes a magnet for the media, the best and worst of the local courtroom powers, and a rich cast of hangers-on. There is Teresa Kean, the advocacy lawyer whose life is changed by a mysterious secret; J.J. McClure, the prosecutor who contemplates his own secrets under the radar screen of Poppy, his glamorous, funny, right-wing congressman wife. There is Max Cline, a tough gay former state's attorney, once J.J.'s boss and now a marginalized defense counsel. There is the sociopathic seventeen-year-old Carlyle, half sister of the accused, a supermodel whose addiction is attention - no matter the cost. And - as if it were a character itself - there is the reckless passion that will fulfill a self-destructive destiny for one of the players."--BOOK JACKET.

Nothing in anchorwoman Lynn Nelson's high-profile TV career prepared her for saddle sores, frayed tempers, or her teenage daughter Rory's raging hormones as they vacation in Utah's mountain wilderness. The object of Rory's passion is their guide, drop-dead-gorgeous Jess Feldman, a man the divorced Lynn instinctively distrusts, even as she shields herself from his blazing baby blues. But in a terrifying moment when both Lynn and Rory fall off a cliff of sheared rock, Jess becomes their only hope. Risking his life to save them, he guides them through the impenetrable forest thousands of feet below, unwittingly plunging them into a danger more menacing than any of them could have imagined. Exhausted and injured, all they have is each other--a terrified child, and a man and a woman who rediscover passion in each other's arms--as they race against time for their lives....

In the year 2139, fearless Tedra De Arr sets out to rescue her beleaguered planet Kystran from the savage rule of the evil Crad Ce Moerr. Experienced in combat but not in love, the beautiful, untouched Amazon flies with Martha, her wise-cracking, free-thinking computer, to a world where warriors reigns supreme--and into the arms of the one man she can never hope to vanquish: the bronzed barbarian Challen Ly-San-Ter. A magnificent creature of raw yet disciplined desires, the muscle-bound primitive succeeds where no puny Kystran male had before--igniting a raging fire within Tedra that must be extinguished before she can even think of saving her enslaved world. . .

Dinah St. Cloud wouldn't let her love of the Oregon wilderness sweep her back into the arms of Paul McPherson again. Her instinct for self-preservation told her to stay far away from this heartthrob extraordinaire. He was just too handsome for her own good.... — Paul knew there was danger in getting involved with curious virgins...and Dinah was certainly curious. He'd learned a long time ago that women couldn't be trusted, how fleeting passions of the heart could be. But Dinah was a challenge he couldn't ignore...not two years ago--not now! Wild River Trilogy: Three maddening men...three winsome women--and the untamed land they live on all add up to love!

Baby on the Doorstep! Jamie McCoy is the ultimate guy. His syndicated column, "Guy Stuff," keeps thousands of men in a macho frame of mind. But the day Jamie finds Samantha on his doorstep, his life changes drastically. Samantha is a baby and Samantha is a girl. What, after all, does Jamie really know about either? But more important, Samantha is his daughter, so he phones Allison Winslow, a nurse who runs the Daddy School, for advice. But when he actually meets Allison, he finds he wants much more than her assistance. /> The Daddy School: Sometimes a man needs help learning to be a dad.... That's what the Daddy School is all about.

THE AQUARIAN MAN The Aquarian man will insist he's just friends with the woman who adores him, but once air meets fire, there's no stopping the flames! Plan a slow, sweet seduction... . ONE AQUARIAN MAN IN PARTICULAR Marriage! If Daniel Montclair heard that word leave Brittney Chapel's lovely lips one more time ... Persistent as she was pretty, the woman had her sights set on him--a confirmed bachelor. And, as Daniel knew, confirmed bachelors didn't have wives! STAR-CROSSED LOVERS . . .? OR A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN? Brittney explained the sensible side of marriage to Daniel, but the gorgeous, grizzly bear of a man from the north country wouldn't respond to reason. What was a woman to do with an unruly Aquarian? Tame him!

Brilliant and beautiful executive Krista Aquilon was shocked when the struggling appliance company she'd slaved over for years was sold in a surprise takeover bid. And even more surprising was her new billionaire boss, corporate raider Lance Carrington.Decisive and dominant, ruthless businessman Lance always put his work first. But as impressed as Lance was with Krista's sharp financial mind and innovative ideas, there was another reason he couldn't get his newest employee out of his mind. What sizzled between him and Krista was more tantalizing—and complicated—than any white-knuckled negotiation. Now it was up to Lance to make sure things weren't strictly business….

JUST HOW PREGNANT ARE YOU, ANYWAY?" Mighty Drake Colton could handle the Navy's most dangerous missions -- but the housekeeper's daughter now had him buffaloed. Eight months ago the tough and resilient SEAL had come home to celebrate Joe Colton's sixtieth birthday and had ended up sharing his body and soul with Maya Ramirez. But the sheets had barely cooled from their heated lovemaking when he'd walked out to put his life on the line again. And she'd done the unthinkable. The woman who'd worshiped him since childhood -- who was now carrying his baby -- had closed her heart to him.Well, Drake was used to getting what he wanted. And Maya would be his -- whatever it took!

The howling wolf was his talisman—a fierce, feral creature. But something beyond savage instinct made Cade Redstone come to the rescue of the damsel in the bedraggled wedding gown. Cade offered the stunning runaway the ultimate protection as his "bride." And soon the tempestuous cowgirl nestled into the cocoon of Cade's embrace...and his bed. But once Cade staked a real claim on his pretend wife, this Cheyenne man was bound by ancient law to possess his woman—body and soul—forever!

A RARE BREED The day Stassney arrived on the island, Paul Windham made his position perfectly clear. He proved his reckless nature with one jostling jeep ride, a ride that left her clinging to the edge of her seat. Paul led a rugged life in this land of tropical forests and waterfalls, and he wasn't about to give up his freedom for anyone. For Stassney Murdock happiness was as elusive as the colorful butterflies she studied. Their love was a rare breed, impossible to pin down, too wild to lock up in ajar, yet too beautiful to let slip through her fingers. His freedom would cost her.

The Warmth of Home When teenage Lainie Alder became the stepsister to devastatingly handsome Devlin Garrick, the love that blossomed between them was anything but familial. Their budding relationship was cut short, though, when Lainie was sent far from home. Now she was back, At Dev's request, she'd agreed to return to the Garrick homestead -- and the bittersweet memories -- to help him handle family matters. Lainie was still in love with Dev... but the past stood between them. She'd just have to keep her emotions buried, like seeds under the frozen earth. She knew it wouldn't be easy. The desire in Dev's eyes sparked a fire that could warm her... even in the coldest season.

MISTY-EYED Melissa Rose Evans. Misty. Small and voluptuous, sassy and bright. She was certainly nothing to him now, three years and six months after their engagement ended. He was just curious. After all, she was the installation engineer on the computer project he was to oversee. William Camden Lathrop III. Cam. His eyes, his mouth, his touch, had driven her to heavenly madness. But they had been young and pushed into an engagement neither one was ready for. Then Melissa had walked out. Now there was nothing boyish about Cam. He was all male. And she wanted him with all the uncontrollable passion she'd felt four years before.

He could have been their son.... If only Eden Sommers had agreed to marry him seven years ago, widower Caleb Remmick would have had it all today: his thriving business, a wife to come home to and a mother for his lonely son, Josh. If only Caleb Remmick could have kept some of the promises he'd made to Eden back then and put her before his business. Eden would have suffered anything for Caleb's love--except loneliness. If only the two people Josh loved most in this world would fall in love with each other--again. Then maybe Josh would have a real family.... Fall in love with our FABULOUS FATHERS!

"She lived only for pleasure ... until war forced her to find courage she did not know she had, and love where she least expected it. It is 1941, and while Britain is in the grip of war, life in the Far East is one of wealth and privilege. In Singapore Susan Roper, secure in the supremacy of the British Empire, enjoys dancing, clothes and fast cars, tennis and light flirtations with visiting naval officers - her life is devoted solely to pleasure. When she meets an Australian doctor who warns her of the danger that they all face she dismisses him as an ignorant colonial. Singapore goes on partying, oblivious to the threat of invasion. The British flag will, they believe, protect them from all enemies. But when Japan invades, Susan finds herself in grave danger. She become an ambulance driver and is taken prisoner by the Japanese. Gradually and reluctantly she realizes that she has fallen in love with the tough, arrogant and totally unsuitable doctor, but she has to face many hardships and witness terrible events before she can acknowledge the truth."--Jacket.

Stranger in paradise Sally Winetski knew no place on earth could compare with the warmth and charm of her hometown. With her own business and a loving circle of family and friends, Sally believed her life was complete. Then a tempting stranger came to Paradise Falls. Riley Houston believed in traveling light--free of ties and commitments. Paradise Falls was just one more quick stop on his fast-track agenda. But that was before he met Sally.... Sally's charm and tenderness soothed Riley's weary soul. But could she persuade him that a real home and family of his own would be an unexpected paradise? ALL-AMERICAN SWEETHEARTS A lost love, a new love and a hidden one; three All-American Sweethearts get their men in Paradise Falls, West Virginia.

One youthful summer, tawny-haired diplomat's daughter Rachel Barrett had sprung like a lush, sensual wildcat into fightin' Kerrigan McPherson's life. She'd held him in thrall with her passion-then left him vainly trying to wrestle her golden image from the center of his soul. Now Rachel was back, tracking eagles in the Oregon wilds...and tempting Keerigan to soar blindly toward her to savor once more Rachel's sweet, lethal seduction. Her lips tasted like love. Her arms felt like forever. But was this magnificent mating a deadly trap or would a true home be found for the wild heart in Kerrigan's chest? WILD RIVER TRILOGY: Three maddening men ...three winsome women--and the untamed land they live on all add up to love!

Rancher Keegan McPherson was as harsh and unforgiving as the Oregon wilds, with a disposition that matched a bucking bronco. Though all to familiar with Keegan's unyielding nature, Beth Ralston dared to come home-to brave the land that was her heritage...and the man who was her soul. But Keegan was truly a wild McPherson, with a fire in his gut, stone in his heart-and a bone-deep distrust of Elizabeth Ralston. Once, they'd bridged their ancestral rivalry with lovemaking that touched the stars. Now, between them lay this no-man's land...where only eagles dared to soar. WILD RIVER TRILOGY: Three maddening men ...three winsome women--and the untamed land they live on all add up to love!

HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS... . At seventeen, Tess Garrick had loved rugged rancher Carson McCumber with all the fiery impetuousness of youth. Together, they'd shared hopes, dreams--and an innocent passion she would never forget. But her family reminded her that she still had some growing up to do, so the young lovers were parted. Five long years passed, and Tess returned home, a woman who knew her heart. But time had changed Carson. Gone was the sweet, tender cowboy who'd once adored her; in his place was a harsh, embittered stranger. Tess was determined to rekindle the flames of their desire, though she knew it wouldn't be easy. Was her love strong enough to convince the stubborn rancher that home was where her heart had always been?