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Texas: Children of Destiny
Series · 8 books · 1988-1998

Books in series

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#1

Passion's Child

1988

The first book in USA Today bestselling romance author Ann Major’s ANN MAJOR CLASSICS: Texas: Children of Destiny series, is the powerful story of a husband and wife reconnecting because of the son they both love. “No one provides hotter emotional fireworks than the fiery Ann Major.” Romantic Times In Name Only Nicholas and Amy were madly in love until Nick broke Amy’s heart and she ran away to raise Triple, the child she loved as her very own. Fighting to keep her husband out of their lives, Amy had finally become successful and almost happy when a life-threatening illness and Nick’s sudden reappearance and his comforting arms threatened all she held dear. Now Nick was back to claim what was rightfully his, but Amy couldn’t forgive Nick for his part in the cruel circumstances that had forced her to deceive him in the most terrible way. Or could she? The TEXAS: CHILDREN OF DESTINY series includes the following seven titles which will soon be published as e-books: Passion’s Child Destiny’s Child Night Child Wilderness Child Scandal’s Child The Goodbye Child Nobody’s Child Secret Child Praise for Ann Major: “Ann Major’s name on the cover instantly identifies the book as a good read.” –New York Times bestselling author Sandra Brown “Want it all? Read Ann Major.” –New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts Reviews Reviews DESTINY’S CHILD (book 2) This excellent story is intense and emotionally involving. —Rendezvous, September 1988 NIGHT CHILD (book 3) A powerful story that is as equally compelling, intense and emotional as the first two. The entire trilogy offers a wonderful reading experience. —KW Rendezvous NIGHT CHILD (book 3) Ann Major’s stunning conclusion to her Children of Destiny series, NIGHT CHILD (4+) powerfully blends romance and danger…. The fiery romance will win a reserved spot on many a bookshelf. — Romantic Times Magazine WILDERNESS CHILD (book 4) What a terrific story! The dialogue is fast-paced and snappy, the storyline is exciting, the characterization is great and the love scenes singe the pages. — KW Rendezvous SCANDAL’S CHILD (book 5) SCANDAL’S CHILD is a terrific story that is passionate and intense with some wonderful characterizations. Garret’s Cajun mystique makes him a perfect Man of the Month and this story a super reading pleasure. — KW Rendezvous THE GOODBYE CHILD (book 6) The Goodbye Child is a wonderful blend of excitement, intrigue and romance. Don’t miss it! — KW Rendezvous
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#2

Destiny's Child

1988

When she was sixteen, Megan MacKay worshiped Jeb Jackson. But that was before Jeb, driven by an all-consuming lust for power, ran her daddy off their ranch and laid claim to the MacKay land—leaving Megan nothing but her wounded pride. Ten years later, Megan still despised this ruthless stranger who'd taken everything she had and now wanted to possess her, as well. But even as she struggled against Jeb's seductive embrace, Megan found herself betrayed by her own uncontrollable passion. Jeb Jackson was her most hated enemy. . . and the man she had never stopped loving.
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#3

Night Child

1988

Young Julia Jackson had been in Kirk MacKay's care when she'd been abducted. Years later, haunted by the tragedy, Kirk was determined to help another kidnap victim—a beautiful ballerina. Dawn Hayden was the same age Julia would have been—and she was wearing Julia's necklace.... Dawn's childhood had been filled with darkness. But when, at the peak of her career, she faced real terror, Kirk set her free—and captured her heart. Only with the love of this powerful and mysterious stranger could she face the past and step out of darkness into glorious light.
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#4

Wilderness Child

1989

Old flames burn the hottest in USA Today bestselling Ann Major’s passionate, Wilderness Child (Book 4, Texas: Children of Destiny). She betrayed him once … now it’s his turn to pay her back in kind. Sizzling desire and old betrayals meet in a conflagration in the Australian wilderness when a transplanted Texas cattleman’s old love walks into a trap he’s set just for her. Tad Jackson is a rugged Texan with a raw sensuality as untamed as the Australian wilderness he now rules. But his outback kingdom is under assault from an unseen enemy, and his wife and beloved daughter are missing, feared dead. He’s lost what’s most important, now he’s about to lose the rest. And it all began with his betrayal by the one woman he wanted above all others. Years ago, Tad fell desperately in love with beautiful Jessica, but on his honeymoon he discovered that she'd set him up - he'd married her identical twin sister! Now Tad is widowed, and when he learns Jess has his niece, he has Jess right where he wants her—in his power. Dr. Jessica Bancroft gave Tad up for her twin sister, believing it a noble self-sacrifice. Now she wants to raise her niece and keep her safe from the war zone that is Tad’s cattle station, but Tad refuses to give up his beloved child. To stay involved in her life, Jess must return home to the outback with them. She’ll do anything for her niece, and maybe for Tad – but can she trust him? Long-ago passion still smolders between them, and when it finally flares out of control, will either of them survive the flames? Praise for Ann Major: “No one provides hotter emotional fireworks than the fiery Ann Major.” Romantic Times “Ann Major’s name on the cover instantly identifies the book as a good read.” –New York Times bestselling author Sandra Brown “Want it all? Read Ann Major.” –New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts Reviews WILDERNESS CHILD (book 4) What a terrific story! The dialogue is fast-paced and snappy, the storyline is exciting, the characterization is great and the love scenes singe the pages. — KW Rendezvous
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#5

Scandal's Child

1990

MR. APRIL Man: Garret Cagan Reputation: Stubborn. Unforgiving. Avoid at all cost! Nemesis: The upper-crust Martin family—they were convinced he'd never be anything but trouble. Obsession: Tempestuous Noelle Martin—the only woman he'd ever really wanted. Garret grew up on the wrong side of the tracks-with adoring, headstrong Noelle Martin on his adolescent heels. But when the youthful Noelle couldn't reconcile their passion with the wishes of her wealthy New Orleans family, Garret slammed the door on love. Now Noelle was back-and Garret was hardened, more his own man than ever. Cold as ice, he told Noelle that even her most ardent protests couldn't tame his anger. But he hadn't reckoned on his desire for the beautiful scandal's child .. . .
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#6

The Goodbye Child

1991

MR. JUNE Name: Raoul Girouard—also known as Nicholas Jones Description: A handsome, dark-eyed rogue from the wrong side of town. Type: Wild, sensual, dangerous. A high-stakes player in a deadly game of power and intrigue. Fatal Weakness: Evangeline Martin. The flame-haired woman had betrayed him, but now her life was in peril.... Eight years ago, Raoul had walked out of Evangeline's life and the passion they'd shared. He never thought he'd see her again, but now this New Orleans beauty needed him desperately. He knew he had to help her, but when this was over, would he have to say goodbye again to the woman he still secretly loved?
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#7

Nobody's Child

1997

Millionaire Cutter Lord has barged into his brother's wedding reception and tried to steal the new bride. Seeing Cutter again brought back the passion Cheyenne had shared with him, but her loyalties lay with her new husband and her unborn baby.
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#8

Secret Child

1998

Determined to track down his wife, who cruelly betrayed him and now, he believes, passes herself off as supermodel Mischief Jones, Jack West finally captures the woman he seeks, only to find a seductress who leaves him with more questions. Original.

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