“Listen," he said still breathing hard, "I'm sorry. I have no right to lecture you." His voice warmed with a devastating smile… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Miriam really hates for me to ride to and from the ranch alone so your coming along should make her feel better.… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“ Zer , I am finis. " "'Bout time," Willow snarled. Mrs. Brigham's brow puckered in a frown. "Willow, mind your manners.… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Now come on. The dragon lady probably thinks I've ravished you by now." "You mean Miriam?" "Who else do you know who… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“You'll have that handsome rogue you married at your knees, my dear." Franny giggled. "You really think so, senora? " "I certainly… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“I was looking at Gavin's face this morning when he saw you in that dress and, honey, he liked what he saw!… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“He's a fine specimen of a man," Miriam said softly from behind her. "Be careful around him. I know how independent you… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“You better keep your mouths shut if you know what's good for you." Rider strolled up to her, a punch glass in… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“I suppose that woman is the reason you've gone all fee-male on us, ain't it?" Gavin guffawed at his father's query. "Hell,Pa,… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Rider was still cursing the incident back at the ranch, when riding north, he spied an outlandish sight. As he drew closer,… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Mmm, nice," he said close to her ear. She turned her head to look at him and their lips were almost touching.… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Well, ma'am, as I said, I found Willow lying ill down on the riverbank." "What was she doing there?" Rider swallowed. "Ah,well,… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“And thank you for bringing me." "A pleasure." Bartel returned politely, and stole one last look at the incredible smiling Hairy. Rider… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“What are you doing?" she asked, staring across the table at him. "It's late and you're as tired as the rest of… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“I'm still not sure why you're risking your neck. You don't really even like me." Rider tugged her to an abrupt halt… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Did Franny tell you about her and Gavin's problem?" "Yes,I'm afraid I pried if out of her. You know that was a… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“If you aren't in love, Willow Vaughn, then my name isn't Miriam Brigham." Willow started out of her daydreaming and glanced up… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“ Bang! Clang! Bang! Clangity bang, rat-a-tat! "Reuben, I have been thinking, what a good world this might be, if the men… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Rider cursed, ducked another blow, threw one of his own, and then bent down, hoisting the scrappy little female, none too gently,… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“I'm anxious for you to meet my new boarder," Miriam said as they headed down the street. "He's such a handsome, well-mannered… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“What are you smiling about?" Rider asked. Willow glanced at him and flushed. "That must have been some daydream you were having."… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Outside, he almost missed seeing a man's shadowed form disappearing into the bunkhouse. Hick's name formed a curse on his lips. How… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“I could use a nice bath down at the river tonight. Guess I'll just have to settle for a spit bath." She… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Thanks for helping me clean up. Still can't understand a man willing to help out in the kitchen, though. You sure it… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Her feet now safely planted on level flooring, Willow nervously smoothed her skirts before lifting her head. Turquoise eyes met deep brown.… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Willow leaned forward and laid her head next to his on the pillow. "Is it too late to say I'm sorry, and… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Lord,it's hot in here!" she exclaimed, waving a bedraggled towel in front of her face. "Wouldn't mind a swim myself." Paying him… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Without thinking, she delivered a stinging slap, all her hurt and disappointment behind the impact. The imprint of her hand on his… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Willow gazed up at him, her silly grin still in place. "You know wha'? You're kinda cute when you crook your eyebrows… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Rider's head snapped up at the sound of gravel crunching under Willow's boots. The sight of the girl in boy's garb birthed… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“I know he frightens you, Willow, but I won't let him hurt you. I wish you'd remember that, and try to relax… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“You say it's this young woman's birthday?" he asked, hoping he didn't sound too eager. "Yes." Mrs. Brigham practically sobbed into her… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“As Miriam took her seat, Willow suddenly became conscious of the impropriety of her intimate position under Rider's arm. She straightened and… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Could you please unfasten my dress before you leave?" A lopsided grin appeared at the corner of his mouth. "You know, of… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“At the door of their room, Willow stood next to Rider while Decker unlocked the door. It was then she noticed the… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Miriam lifted her eyes from her sewing and found a glint of masculine lust in Owen's green eyes. Putting her sewing aside,… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Our sister needs a man, Sinclair." Rider's head shot up at that. Nick gave his brother a dirty look. "What Gavin means… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Tell me one thing. Has Rider Sinclair done something to hurt you in any way? If he has,I'll shoot that man!" Willow… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Take your hands off my sister!" The lieutenant's head swiveled toward the owner of the surly voice, and met with a hard… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“Just before Willow and Rider boarded the stage, Owen and Miriam pulled them aside. Owen looked terribly uncomfortable, and for a moment… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share Image
“If you aren't in love, Willow Vaughn, then my name isn't Miriam Brigham." Willow started out of her daydreaming and glanced up from the… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
“Lord,it's hot in here!" she exclaimed, waving a bedraggled towel in front of her face. "Wouldn't mind a swim myself." Paying him no mind,… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
“I brought you here to indulge in a little fantasy of mine," he said, spreading kisses down her slender neck. "The very first time… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
“Then I remembered what my brothers taught me and tried to knee his...Well, you know." "From firsthand experience," Rider replied with a nod.” — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
“Without thinking, she delivered a stinging slap, all her hurt and disappointment behind the impact. The imprint of her hand on his cheek shocked… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
“Above the rustic stone fireplace was a deer's head-but not an everyday deer's head. This mangy thing surveyed the room with a huge toothy… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
“I suppose that woman is the reason you've gone all fee-male on us, ain't it?" Gavin guffawed at his father's query. "Hell,Pa, ain't you… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
“He'd put his brand on her and had sealed both their fates. What they shared was rare and beautiful and one taste would never… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
“Listen," he said still breathing hard, "I'm sorry. I have no right to lecture you." His voice warmed with a devastating smile and his… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
“Then I realized I loved you. That was awful." "Awful!" "Loving you and knowing I couldn't have you was tearing me apart. Though I… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
“Well,what if you can't get to your reticule in time?" she wondered aloud. "What would you do then, stand there and scream?" "Well,there is… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
“As much as they loved each other, Willow and Gavin had seldom seen eye to eye on anything. And now was obviously no exception.… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
“You know, we should really unbutton your pants before Mr. Happy down there gets quite so gladsome." Rider chuckled but removed his boots first,… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
“Hell and damnation! Is that your destiny?" Willow's eyes flew open as she shot out of the church pew. Her voluminous hymnal crashed to… — Charlotte McPherren Copy Share
