River Prescott has everything she's ever wanted—except perhaps a man. The unconventional ranch owning artist is very certain she doesn't want a husband. But sometimes she can't help wishing for a lover; especially after her new neighbor trespasses and she gets a full frontal view of his assets. Edge Grayson moves onto the rundown spread he's inherited, expecting to stay aloof from nearby town business. But between local artist, River Prescott's determination to seduce him and protecting her from a killer on the prowl, the ex-gunslinger is finding respectability a lot more dangerous than his former life of sin.

When Natalia Fitzwilliam discovers that she’s the love child of a Texas rancher, her nebulous wedding plans suffer a knock-out punch. Bare-knuckle boxer Kellan Lonigan is in Texas inspecting his investments when he recognizes Miss Fitzwilliam as a damsel in distress. Kell offers Tali his name for protection, knowing that he intends to claim the biggest prize of all–Tali’s heart. What could a bluidy Irishman and a sheltered miss find in common? Bliss.

After a hasty Civil War marriage to Confederate soldier, Jeb Carter, Cherry Fitzwilliam finds herself abandoned among strangers;over the next twenty-five years she carefully constructs a life based on lies. She is the widowed mother of a daughter, and becomes a successful antiques dealer. Cherry's one indulgence is a much anticipated monthly meeting she has with Jeb. A meeting that usually devolves into a shouting match. When Jeb Carter becomes ill, perhaps even dying, discord changes to despair and he asks that they spend his remaining time together. Avoiding family and friends, they leave Texas on a journey that takes them to a love they've long denied.