Tanner West struggles to protect everything he's ever known when a deadly threat comes for his family, including the love of his life Liana Forbes, who is back in his life after more than a decade apart. ***** Tanner West has dedicated his life to West Line Ranch. He gave up college, his dreams and the woman he loved to take over the ranch when his mother died. When that same woman walks back onto the ranch twelve years after they broke up, will he take the chance he's been given to make it right, or will he keep walking the path he'd chosen that fateful night when he let her go? Liana Forbes doesn't mess around. She's tough, smart, and protects her heart no matter what. But when Tanner West is suddenly back in her life, the big brother to her best friend's fiancee, she has to make a choice. Will she resist the attraction to the only man who has ever broken her heart, or will she let him back in, even if it means he puts the ranch before her and breaks her heart all over again? Tanner and Liana must navigate through the hurt and memory shared between them as they come face to face with their rekindled attraction. As they grow closer, a deadly threat to the ranch could take everything away, including their chance at happiness. This is Book 3 of the West Line Ranch Series. Book 1 - Western Heat will be available everywhere you buy books on January 6th, 2026 (see link in profile for pre-order information), and the Watty-shortlisted version is available now as a Wattpad Original. Book 2 - Western Connection is available to read as a Wattpad Original.

A collection of prequel short stories, deleted scenes, and maybe a recipe or two, all from the West Line Ranch series! How did Peony first come to the ranch? What was Brett really like? Meet the people and the animals that make West Line Ranch not just a place, and read the stories that are part of the generous, yet complicated West family history. Add the book to your library for updates!

Headstrong and independent, Jess Nichols doesn't need anyone's pity over the murder of her estranged father, least of all from the cop assigned to protect her family. As the investigation goes deeper, she turns to him to help her make sense of the family secrets it reveals. He proves to be exactly what she needs, but can she trust the feelings she has for him aren't fueled by the danger they are facing? 💕 Lieutenant Shaun King was just doing his job, part of the investigation into the mass shooting at the plastics plant. Now he's in deep, trying his best not to let love get in the way of protecting Jess and her family from danger. 💕 Protecting Jess is a completed contemporary romance novel about following your heart, staying true to your roots, and the power love has to heal.

A fish-out-of-water story about a New York City chef who inherits a ranch, discovers a family he never knew, and finds unexpected love with a fiercely loyal woman. For fans of western romance superstars like Lyla Sage and Elise Silver. New York City chef Jake West had it all, but a few strokes of a pen meant no more marriage. No more restaurant. No more big city lifestyle. Then he receives a call explaining that his long-estranged father, Brett, has died, and he needs to return to the Canadian ranch he left as a child. Jake expects to go, sign more papers, and return to the city and rebuild his future. Instead Jake learns that Brett's left the ranch to him-and only him. Things might have been hot in his restaurant's kitchen, but that's nothing compared to what he faces now: a family he didn't know existed, and a property he doesn't want. Tanner and Brady, his half-brothers, don't want him around. And while his stepmother, Peony, welcomes him, there's Liz, Peony's daughter. She's not a West, but her loyalties lie with the family, not an outsider. However, as Jake settles into the rhythms of the ranch, he wonders if he's finally found something that's been missing in his life-especially as he and Liz grow closer. At first, it's just attraction, but when a sudden kiss ignites a heat in both of them, they can't ignore this raging inferno. Maybe Brett West knew what he was doing when he summoned his eldest son back home-and gave him a chance to change his life forever. This is Book 1 of the West Line Ranch Series. Book 2 - Western Connection and Book 3 - Western Flame, are currently available to read on Wattpad In bookstores January 20th, 2026! Pre-order here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/790665/western-heat-by-caroline-richardson/9781998341375/ Watty's Shortlist - 2021 Cover designed by Nora Inla

Brady West falls for the beautiful Caitlin Fenshaw when he least expects-or needs to-and as they grow close they must decide on their future together as they navigate his family secrets, her troubled past, and the link that connect them both. ***** Brady is the fixer at West Line Ranch. Equipment, cattle fencing, his estranged father's situation to name a few. On top of everything going on in his life, fate has placed the beautiful Caitlin Fenshaw and her predicament squarely in his path. He's drawn to her strength like a magnet, but is he ready to open his heart to someone else when he is still figuring out who he is? Caitlin doubts she'll ever be able to fall in love again after escaping her abusive ex. Through her favourite patient Keith she keeps bumping into Brady West. He's sweet, caring, and his touch soothes her long-worn nerves. He understands her the way no one else has, but she's on the fence about whether to let someone else into her battered, broken heart. As their deep and almost instant connection takes hold, Caitlin will have to push her doubts aside and trust Brady, and Brady will have to let his family help him when the stakes get high. This is Book 2 of the West Line Ranch Series. Book 1 - Western Heat - will be available everywhere you buy books on January 6th, 2026 (see profile for link to pre-order) and the Watty-shortlisted version is available to read on Wattpad Originals. Content warning: some descriptions of domestic abuse

The physical connection between Pasha, Mia Malone's bodyguard, and Alyssa, a backup dancer, is almost instant. Can they overcome their tragic pasts to find happiness together? ***************************************************************************************** Pasha doesn't know how to dance. But that doesn't stop him from agreeing to help his boss, Mia, out at her upcoming wedding. He's got three months to learn the complicated swing dance routine for the live streaming event. Now, he just needs a teacher. Alyssa Miller hasn't had much luck in love. Her last boyfriend cheated on her repeatedly and ran up their joint credit card. To her, no man can be trusted. Despite her reservations, Alyssa agrees to help Pasha learn the routine. As they grow closer, old wounds taint their connection. Can they let down their guards to find happiness together?

When Mia, a world-famous pop star, turns up on Tyler Sullivan's door to announce she's pregnant from a one-night stand, they agree to hide the pregnancy so Tyler can raise the baby alone. ****************************** Despite fame and fortune, Mia Malone's life has been far from easy. Plucked from poverty by a record deal, Mia's been trained by her Momager to keep her eyes on the money. When she discovers she's pregnant from a one-night stand, the choice feels easy. She can't keep this baby. Tyler Sullivan, a costume designer by trade, has been content to run his second hand shop and work with local theater companies. When Mia Malone blows into town announcing the unwanted pregnancy, Tyler, seeing his chance at fatherhood, offers to raise the baby alone. Deals of the heart are never simple. Will Tyler raise the baby alone, or will Mia come to realize the value of unconditional love?

**slow burn, enemies to lovers** Maggie Sullivan always gets what she wants. And right now, she wants to stay Mayor of Little Falls, New York. With only one day left for a candidate to register against her, Maggie should gain a second term uncontested. She's sure she has it in the bag. Everyone loves her, right? Grady Castillo doesn't like Maggie Sullivan. He's convinced his brother's harsh jail sentence was her fault. So when their paths cross twenty-four hours before the filing deadline for the mayoral race, Grady can't resist throwing a wrench in her perfect life. When the race heats up and unwanted feelings surface, Grady realizes Maggie might not fit the box he's shoved her into all these years. Soon, he wonders if he wants to steal the election or if the real victory lies in winning Maggie Sullivan's heart.

For maximum enjoyment and zero spoilers, read the series in order. *** Maren Tucker is done with men who check in for the good times and check out for the bad. As a member of one of the oldest families in Bellerive, she doesn't have to play nice with the Summerset Royals. Especially not the youngest who represents everything she detests. Brice Summerset is the life of every party, and as the third in line to the throne, he's never had to take anything in life particularly seriously. Show up. Charm a few people. Make a generous donation. Move on. But Brice's life is on the cusp of big changes. His father is sick. His two older brothers are settling down, and he's starting to wonder what else life has to offer. When Maren tries to block Brice from joining her charity adventure race team, Brice balks at the notion he's not up to the challenge. As the two butt heads over everything from training philosophies to life goals, they begin to see something in themselves and each other that they never expected.

Alexander Summerset, future King of Bellerive, doesn't believe in love. When a coronation clause has him seeking a wife, an arranged marriage suits him. His criteria is simple. She must be tolerable to him, and she must be good for the country. Aurora Wilson followed her boyfriend to Bellerive after college and joined his family's business. When she discovers him cheating on her, she flees their apartment, and the life that's trapped her. An unlikely and unexpected meeting stuns them both. For a man who doesn't believe in love, he's suddenly only got eyes for her. There's only one problem. He can only marry royalty or a native Bellerivian, and she is neither. Bellerive Royals Series: Olympic Crown Scarred Crown Heavy Crown Fallen Crown