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Years past her 30th birthday, English professor Caroline Jones' biological clock isn't just ticking...it's screaming. With her boyfriend dragging his feet, Caroline's attempt at an ultimatum shatters their troubled relationship and leaves her no closer to her goals. The dream of motherhood seems to be slipping away. When Victor, her handsome former student, shows up with an offer she can't refuse, Caroline finds herself having to make an unexpected choice. But is Victor only her baby-daddy, or has the love of her life been with her all along?

A small Western town receives an early Christmas present: a new pastor for the church. He is young, handsome, and single. To church organist Kristina Heitschmidt, Reverend Cody Williams is nothing but trouble, especially as his first move is trying to take control of the music away from her. But Kristina is not about to give up her life’s work. With Christmas fast approaching, it appears the two are at a stalemate - until a sudden blizzard traps them together in the church overnight.

Budding musician Erin James knows all too well the noise of neglect and tragedy and that her infatuation with her best friend Sheridan’s brother, Sean, is doomed never to blossom into something more. Young builder Sean Murphy isn't really in the market for a relationship. He's more interested in helping build his father's construction company. Even if he were, his sister's best friend isn't on his radar. After Sheridan plays matchmaker, a date quickly flares into irresistible passion.

English instructor Sheridan is tired of waiting for her former professor, Michael, to bring an end to their unrequited longing. She finally takes initiative and asks for the relationship they both want. But what should have been the romance of a lifetime is quickly derailed by secrets each of them tries to keep from the other. Can Michael and Sheridan overcome their tragic pasts and find their way to each other? Because once the words are spoken, there's no going back.

Elisa Monroe’s controlling husband Alex declares it’s time for them to buy a house and start a family, but Elisa doesn’t want either. He manipulates her into buying the house anyway, and she realizes that the only way to have a life that belongs to her is to leave him. But how?

Para la aventurera heredera del acero Violeta Warren, la vida es gratificante pero no verdaderamente satisfactoria. Es la estela de la Primera Guerra Mundial, y aunque tiene algunos amigos y un libro misterioso que le hace compañía, Violeta encuentra la vida en el Pittsburgh de 1919 sofocante. Una aventura en Egipto parece la solución que necesita. Desgraciadamente, Violeta no tiene en cuenta la revuelta en curso de los egipcios. Cuando el tren en el que viaja es atacado, aparece una misteriosa figura que la pone a salvo.

La armonía irresistible entre estos músicos crea una sinfonía apasionada, pero las discordias del pasado y los desacuerdos del presente agrían la melodía. ¿Podrá su amor finalmente sonar verdadero? Cuando el buen mozo cantante de ópera afro-americano, Kenneth Hill, llama la atención de la Directora de Coro, Brooke Daniels, la armonía entre ellos, alcanza la nota correcta.

Spring, 1945. The war in Europe is ending, but in New Orleans' French Quarter, the sultry nights conceal a danger even greater to the future of humanity. Standing alone against this ancient, bloodthirsty evil is scientist Philippe Dumont, who races against time to cure a disease that resembles yellow fever...but is not. Budding researcher Daphne Delaney joins Philippe, hoping to prevent an undead despot from launching his own quest for global dominance.

For years, Jesse West has been on the run from his own heartbreak. Shunning romantic entanglements, he lives the nomadic life of a bounty hunter. That is, until a final request of a dying friend brings Jesse into contact with Adeline McCoy: A stoic mountain girl who awakens his long-dormant desires. Jesse has no intention of forming a relationship, not even with the flame-haired beauty. And Addie is a lady. Though he tries to convince himself to stick to the plan - deliver Addie safely to her aunt - something tells him this girl will not be so easy to forget.

Der reiche spanische Gutsbesitzer, Don Vidal, wird von seiner Frau in spe sitzen gelassen. Er scheint die Lust am Leben verloren zu haben. Da tritt seine englische Sekretärin, Rosalind Carlisle, auf den Plan. Er kann der sympathischen Frau nicht widerstehen und äußert einen skandalösen Wunsch: Eine Nacht voll herrlicher Leidenschaft. Diesen Wunsch erfüllt sie ihm.

From the moment she arrived to California, architect Lia knows her working trip to the West coast is a disaster. The company that hired her seems determined to discredit both her work and her professionalism. For some strange reason, her house never looks the same twice. Lia’s only consolation is Aiden: The sexy stranger she met on Venice Beach. As mystery piles on mystery, nothing remains constant. Even Lia’s own nature comes into question, as a dark force seeks to claim her for its own evil ends.

Garden City, Kansas, 1889. Lydia Carré, owner of the small town's only café, has run out of patience with her long-time beau, Sheriff Dylan Brodie. Longing glances and half-uttered phrases no longer satisfy her. But Dylan's eternal foot-dragging is far from their only problem, because the train robbers that have been stalking the town prepare to strike. It will be a miracle if any of them survive.

Drew truly loved Alyssa, the poor girl from the other side of the tracks. But his dream of becoming a surgeon took him away from her and he had to let her go. Drew never forgot his first love. And when fate brings them back together, he intends to make it for life. But always the trickster, fate has more tragedy and heartbreak in store for the couple.

Psychic Selene Johansen is an excellent police investigator, able to determine guilt from the first handshake. While her talent for fact-finding keeps her busy, her personal life is lonely. After all, who wants to date a girl who can read minds? Selene's consuming solitude dissolves when she learns longtime friend Brandon Price knows about her psychic gift - and her secret love for him. As their relationship heats up, Selene lets her guard down. What she doesn't realize is that a ruthless stalker is determined to put an end to the couple's passion...and their lives.

Brighton, England, 1856. For young solicitor-at-law Devin Bennett, building his career is his foremost goal. Love and the future are far from his thoughts. The last thing he expects is Harry. Lady's maid and chaperone to his client's daughter, Harry is an intense, intelligent, and interesting girl Devin can't stop dreaming about. But Devin is aware Harry is hiding something from him; something that might tear them apart and whisk Harry off to the far side of the world.

Since ancient times, the angelic Nephilim have protected the children of men. These chaste, eternal warriors stand between humanity and the Succubae, who drain men of their will through seduction. When the angel Lucien encounters the succubus Sarahi, she lifts her face towards the light and discovers something she never dreamed she would find: Love. But an ancient prophecy foreshadows their love, as the long-foretold war between angels and demons threatens to break over the land.

Polar bear shapeshifter Russell is content with his isolated life in a small Alaskan town. That is, until the arrival of a kindergarten teacher from the lower 48 blows Russell's comfortable world to pieces. One whiff of Riley Jenkins' compelling scent, and Russ is a goner. But how can he explain all that he is to this innocent young woman...and will her own dark past prevent their fated love from turning into a happily-ever-after?

For roommates Olivia and Taylor, college hopes are quickly turning into a nightmare of strange dreams, missing memories, and mysterious disappearances. Olivia is on the run from a troubled marriage. When her husband turns up to finalize their divorce, they are engulfed in an even deadlier danger. Can they save their marriage...or even themselves? Taylor's life is returning to normal. She has a loving family and a job she likes. She even dares fall in love with Ronnie, the paramedic who saved her life. But as winter tightens its grip, a new danger arises.

Garden City, Kansas, 1888. Unlucky in love, the Spencer sisters Allison and Rebecca have resigned themselves to a spinster lifestyle, replacing their thwarted romances with work, family, and friends. But Cupid is not finished with them, and new chances for love are right around the corner. But danger also lies in wait for the sisters. A band of train robbers has threatened deadly vengeance on the whole town, and a more personal threat stalks one of the sisters, intent on her destruction.

Texas is burning. To Doctor Gavin Morris and Ghost Hunter Annabelle Smith, it is clear that this is no ordinary prairie fire. After the fire destroys a small frontier town, it begins to threaten other nearby towns as well. But can the unlikely duo decipher the clues before time runs out...or are they doomed to burn with more than passion? This paranormal romance western contains strong religious themes and graphic sex scenes.