Wellesley Brothers Series by Jane Kidder

The wouldn't accept her... Dr. Rachel Noyes was proud of her newly-earned medical degree and eager to begin her job as physician to a rough-and-ready frontier town, but the people of Stone Creek, Kansas made it clear right away that they'd expected a man! It was hard to hold her head high when the townsfolk declared they'd rather drive fifty miles to Wichita to see a real doctor, but harder to bear was the cold shoulder she got from Sheriff Seth Wellesley—the handsomest rogue she'd ever seen... moreThe wouldn't accept her... Dr. Rachel Noyes was proud of her newly-earned medical degree and eager to begin her job as physician to a rough-and-ready frontier town, but the people of Stone Creek, Kansas made it clear right away that they'd expected a man! It was hard to hold her head high when the townsfolk declared they'd rather drive fifty miles to Wichita to see a real doctor, but harder to bear was the cold shoulder she got from Sheriff Seth Wellesley—the handsomest rogue she'd ever seen. Somehow, she'd find an opportunity to examine those rippling muscles, feel those brawny arms around her, and wipe off that frown off his face with a fierce, burning kiss! He couldn't resist her... Seth Wellesley couldn't believe it when the petite but well-endowed gal stepped off the coach holding a medical bag. No self-respecting man in town, himself included, would let himself be examined by a mere woman! Seth didn't need this new problem, just as he was finally about to track down the notorious Brady gang and bring a little peace and quiet to Stone Creek. But when he looked into Dr. Rachel Stone's deep blue eyes and imagined the rosy flesh beneath her prim traveling dress, he decided that a mutual physical examination might be a fine idea. Before he sent her packing, he'd give her a lesson in male anatomy. He'd caress every inch of her body, stroke her velvety softness into submission, then soar with her to the heights of sensuous rapture! less

She couldn't deny him . . . Forced by poverty into seeking marriage to a complete stranger in faraway Minnesota, mail-order bride Kirsten Lundgren tried to set aside her apprehensions about being a frontier wife. How hard could it be to milk a cow or two and feed some chickens, especially if she were to find the love and romance she'd always craved? Then she arrived . . . and saw the farm: several thousand acres of dirt, a plow, and pigs! She'd just have to explain to Mr... moreShe couldn't deny him . . . Forced by poverty into seeking marriage to a complete stranger in faraway Minnesota, mail-order bride Kirsten Lundgren tried to set aside her apprehensions about being a frontier wife. How hard could it be to milk a cow or two and feed some chickens, especially if she were to find the love and romance she'd always craved? Then she arrived . . . and saw the farm: several thousand acres of dirt, a plow, and pigs! She'd just have to explain to Mr. Eric Wellesley that she'd changed her mind. But when she looked into his brown eyes and felt his rich, deep voice flow over her like warm honey, Kirsten's resolve melted. And when he drew her into his arms and claimed her lips in a long, deep kiss, she knew she must surrender to one night of ecstasy before she made up her mind about marriage . . . one way or the other. He couldn't resist her . . . Handsome homesteader Eric Wellesley was having second thoughts. Why had he gotten involved in this mad scheme? A strong, strapping Scandinavian girl to cook his meals, plow his fields, and warm his bed had seemed like the perfect answer to his problems, but now he was getting cold feet. He'd apologize to Miss Lundgren and offer to pay her way back home. But when he drove his wagon to the depot and spied the delicate, enchantingly beautiful redhead who'd come to claim him, his desires got the better of him. Before he sent her packing he'd taste her rosy lips, savor the satiny feel of her sensuous curves, and sample her caresses in a firestorm of rapture . . . just for one long, Minnesota night! less

She needed protection . . . Only a year ago, Lili Ashford, "the Chicago Songbird," was one of the most celebrated entertainers on the Mississippi River circuit. Now, thanks to a vengeful suitor, Lili was hiding out in the remote town of Durango, Colorado and singing in a saloon. So when a handsome widowed rancher offered her a job as a governess, Lili accepted, though she didn't plan to stay long. She'd save her money, then move on and pursue her singing career... moreShe needed protection . . . Only a year ago, Lili Ashford, "the Chicago Songbird," was one of the most celebrated entertainers on the Mississippi River circuit. Now, thanks to a vengeful suitor, Lili was hiding out in the remote town of Durango, Colorado and singing in a saloon. So when a handsome widowed rancher offered her a job as a governess, Lili accepted, though she didn't plan to stay long. She'd save her money, then move on and pursue her singing career. But when Adam drew her into his arms for a first fiery kiss, and she felt the heat of his tall, muscular body, Lili's heart began to sing a different kind of song—a song of passion! He craved affection . . . Wealthy rancher Adam Wellesley needed a good woman to care for his four rowdy children . . . and maybe perform a few other duties on the side. The blond songbird from the Diamond Belle Saloon—on the run and in need of a protector—was just the ticket. He'd offer her the job, then figure out how to steal a kiss or two. But from the moment Adam touched Lili's silky skin and tasted her rosy lips, he knew he must possess her. He'd stroke her tantalizing curves into quivering surrender, kiss every inch of her provocative, creamy body, and teach her the words and music to his own Colorado lovesong . . . all night long. less

She vowed to hate him . . . Savannah heiress Claire Boudreau would do anything for her beloved cause—even nurse a wounded Union officer back to health. Captain Stuart Wellesley had information the confederacy desperately needed, and who better to steal his secrets than his ministering angel? Yet the stronger Claire's handsome patient became, the harder he was to resist... moreShe vowed to hate him . . . Savannah heiress Claire Boudreau would do anything for her beloved cause—even nurse a wounded Union officer back to health. Captain Stuart Wellesley had information the confederacy desperately needed, and who better to steal his secrets than his ministering angel? Yet the stronger Claire's handsome patient became, the harder he was to resist. His heated blue gaze filled her with a fierce longing; the rippling strength of his muscular body sent desire coursing through her. The fiery southern belle would sooner surrender her own heart's secrets than deny the shameless hunger this passionate enemy awoke with just one scorching kiss! He swore to have her . . . All the Wellesley brothers had faced their share of daunting foes, but this alluring, auburn-haired beauty was Stuart's greatest challenge! Though there was clearly more to the sensuous vixen than met the eye, he swore that soon Claire would be his—and his alone. For in their few hours together, he'd soared with her to undreamed of heights of ecstasy. Now all Stuart wanted was to spend a lifetime locked in her embrace . . . her willing captive in a rapturous union that nothing—not even war—could ever tear asunder! less

She made him an offer . . . Life is good for Meg Taylor. Beautiful, self-assured and fiercely independent, she is being groomed to take over the family's business. Ready to step into a man's world—not some man's kitchen—Meg is horrified when her father promises her to a profit-hungry associate. But she refuses to become a pawn in a game of money and power. She will change the rules by finding a husband of her own choosing—and fast. He couldn't refuse . . moreShe made him an offer . . . Life is good for Meg Taylor. Beautiful, self-assured and fiercely independent, she is being groomed to take over the family's business. Ready to step into a man's world—not some man's kitchen—Meg is horrified when her father promises her to a profit-hungry associate. But she refuses to become a pawn in a game of money and power. She will change the rules by finding a husband of her own choosing—and fast. He couldn't refuse . . . Life is good for Geoffrey Wellesley, too. Owner of Oregon's largest lumber business, he is wealthy, handsome and happily unencumbered . . . until stunning Meg Taylor makes him an offer no red-blooded man could resist. If he's going to be tied down, there's no other woman he'd rather have warming his bed. The raven-haired beauty might have some strange notions about equality between the sexes, but she's about to discover that when it comes to passion, a loving heart wins every time! less

Posing as a ranch hand to catch some thieves on Elyse Graham's ranch— the woman with whom he once spent a passionate night—Texas Ranger Nathan Wellesley finds himself drawn once again to the beautiful widow and her illegitimate baby. Back Cover Synopsis: Elyse Graham has sworn to protect her fugitive brother at any cost. Then, in the midst of a raging storm, lawman Nathan Wellesley comes seeking shelter . . . and his tender need awakens feelings Elyse had thought long buried... morePosing as a ranch hand to catch some thieves on Elyse Graham's ranch— the woman with whom he once spent a passionate night—Texas Ranger Nathan Wellesley finds himself drawn once again to the beautiful widow and her illegitimate baby. Back Cover Synopsis: Elyse Graham has sworn to protect her fugitive brother at any cost. Then, in the midst of a raging storm, lawman Nathan Wellesley comes seeking shelter . . . and his tender need awakens feelings Elyse had thought long buried. Soon the storm without is matched by the one within, as two lonely people live a breathless dream of passion. But as a dangerous destiny tears them from each other's arms, Elyse and Nathan must find a way to hold onto their dream—and the love that comes along only once in a lifetime. less

The handsome heir to a great fortune, Miles Wellesley has come to England to purchase horses for his Colorado ranch—not to find a wife. But when Sir John Pembroke offers him a prize thoroughbred only on the condition that he marry Pembroke's strong-willed spinster daugher, Miles changes his agenda. Soon, an arrangement based on business brings more pleasure than either Victoria or Miles could have anticipated.