Bravo Family, Series by Christine Rimmer

BABY MINE Once upon a time, Abby Heller was the lovable, headstrong kid who idolized Cash Bravo. In her hero-worshiping eyes, the Wyoming rancher could do no wrong. But one urgent April night, Cash made a woman of Abby... and Abby came up pregnant. Cash cursed himself for stealing her innocence and vowed to give their baby his name. Then he'd set sweet Abby free -- to find herself a better, younger mate. After all, when a man loved a woman, heartache was nothing... but honor was all... moreBABY MINE Once upon a time, Abby Heller was the lovable, headstrong kid who idolized Cash Bravo. In her hero-worshiping eyes, the Wyoming rancher could do no wrong. But one urgent April night, Cash made a woman of Abby... and Abby came up pregnant. Cash cursed himself for stealing her innocence and vowed to give their baby his name. Then he'd set sweet Abby free -- to find herself a better, younger mate. After all, when a man loved a woman, heartache was nothing... but honor was all. Conveniently Yours...The Bravo men's marriages may have begun in name only -- but were they destined to be love matches after all? less

A RING AND A BABY... To fulfill her father's will and keep her precious ranch, Megan Kane needed to marry, bear a child. Since she'd always loved handsome neighbor Nate Bravo - a maverick she couldn't tie down - her solution was simple. She'd beg Nate to wed her and bed her... AND THEN SHE'D SET HIM FREE Meggie vowed she wouldn't cling. Wouldn't linger. She'd cherish her marriage until she got pregnant. Then she'd raise Nate's baby lovingly...and alone... moreA RING AND A BABY... To fulfill her father's will and keep her precious ranch, Megan Kane needed to marry, bear a child. Since she'd always loved handsome neighbor Nate Bravo - a maverick she couldn't tie down - her solution was simple. She'd beg Nate to wed her and bed her... AND THEN SHE'D SET HIM FREE Meggie vowed she wouldn't cling. Wouldn't linger. She'd cherish her marriage until she got pregnant. Then she'd raise Nate's baby lovingly...and alone. But all too soon Meggie swelled with child. And she learned some promises were hell to keep... CONVENIENTLY YOURS: The Bravo men's marriages may have begun in name only -- but were they destined to be love matches after all? less

FIRST COMES MELINDA WITH A BABY CARRIAGE... Pure chance brought big-city girl Melinda Bravo and rugged rancher Cole Yuma together in time to deliver his sister's newborn. But it was pure desire -- baby and otherwise -- that convinced her there would be no harm in pretending the baby was hers and Cole's... just for a little while. THEN COMES MARRIAGE.... And it only made sense that she and Cole also assume the roles of husband and wife -- strictly for show, of course... moreFIRST COMES MELINDA WITH A BABY CARRIAGE... Pure chance brought big-city girl Melinda Bravo and rugged rancher Cole Yuma together in time to deliver his sister's newborn. But it was pure desire -- baby and otherwise -- that convinced her there would be no harm in pretending the baby was hers and Cole's... just for a little while. THEN COMES MARRIAGE.... And it only made sense that she and Cole also assume the roles of husband and wife -- strictly for show, of course. THEN COMES LOVE! Melinda and Cole both knew that despite their mutual attraction, they had nothing in common! So why, suddenly, was each of them fantasizing about making their pretend marriage the real thing? less

THINGS TO DO BEFORE THE WEDDING... 1. Pick up dress2. Do nails3. Divorce first husband Seems like bride-to-be Jenna Bravo had left one teensy thing undone before she accepted her nice-but-boring fiancé's proposal--divorce her first husband, Mack McGarrity. And when her former workaholic, currently gorgeous, superwealthy not-quite-ex showed up at her home one day, it turned out he had a new proposal.... ...One that Jenna couldn't refuse: to spend two weeks alone with him... moreTHINGS TO DO BEFORE THE WEDDING... 1. Pick up dress2. Do nails3. Divorce first husband Seems like bride-to-be Jenna Bravo had left one teensy thing undone before she accepted her nice-but-boring fiancé's proposal--divorce her first husband, Mack McGarrity. And when her former workaholic, currently gorgeous, superwealthy not-quite-ex showed up at her home one day, it turned out he had a new proposal.... ...One that Jenna couldn't refuse: to spend two weeks alone with him. If, after that, she still wanted the divorce, she could have it. On the other hand, when it came to rekindling old flames, two weeks could be a very long time.... less

MARRY IN CONVENIENCE... All her adult life Lacey Bravo had loved Logan Severance, but the good doctor -- always hell-bent on doing the right thing -- had never even made an improper advance toward her. Well, maybe one, about nine months ago. So the about-to-be single mom knew Logan would come after her, demanding marriage. It was just a question of when.... LOVE IN LEISURE? Logan knew, the minute Lacey answered the door, stomach-first, that she had to marry him... moreMARRY IN CONVENIENCE... All her adult life Lacey Bravo had loved Logan Severance, but the good doctor -- always hell-bent on doing the right thing -- had never even made an improper advance toward her. Well, maybe one, about nine months ago. So the about-to-be single mom knew Logan would come after her, demanding marriage. It was just a question of when.... LOVE IN LEISURE? Logan knew, the minute Lacey answered the door, stomach-first, that she had to marry him. But first things first -- there was a baby to be born! There'd be time enough afterward to convince her that what began out of necessity could turn into love. And to convince himself, as well.... less

"YOU'RE GOING TO LOVE IT--THE REDHEAD'S SURPRISE." His dying father's wickedly whispered words sent memories spinning in Marsh Bravo's mind.... He and Victoria Winningham learning about love in the back seat of his old Plymouth Duster. The final bout with his old man that left him hell-bent on leaving Oklahoma--and his sweetheart--behind. Now he'd returned home to hear his father's final wish. Yet in the years he'd been away, his only regret was a redhead... more"YOU'RE GOING TO LOVE IT--THE REDHEAD'S SURPRISE." His dying father's wickedly whispered words sent memories spinning in Marsh Bravo's mind.... He and Victoria Winningham learning about love in the back seat of his old Plymouth Duster. The final bout with his old man that left him hell-bent on leaving Oklahoma--and his sweetheart--behind. Now he'd returned home to hear his father's final wish. Yet in the years he'd been away, his only regret was a redhead. A woman whose secret, he soon discovered, was of Bravo blood. A woman and child who would bear the Bravo name.... less

It happpend on Valentine's Day One day she was the prim-and-proper executive assistant, the next day Celia Tuttle fell madly, hopelessly in love with her boss--mogul Aaron Bravo, bachelor extraordinaire. She knew he'd never marry...she'd bought too many farewell gifts for his on-their-way-out-the-door girlfriends to suspect otherwise. So what was Celia to do? Come clean, of course. Then offer her resignation--and get a total makeover to help her recover from her foolish infatuation... moreIt happpend on Valentine's Day One day she was the prim-and-proper executive assistant, the next day Celia Tuttle fell madly, hopelessly in love with her boss--mogul Aaron Bravo, bachelor extraordinaire. She knew he'd never marry...she'd bought too many farewell gifts for his on-their-way-out-the-door girlfriends to suspect otherwise. So what was Celia to do? Come clean, of course. Then offer her resignation--and get a total makeover to help her recover from her foolish infatuation. Except Aaron, instead of letting her go, began eyeing her differently. Seductively. Which led to Celia's next dilemma--pregnancy. Would Aaron be offering her one of his infamous parting gifts? Or a lifetime of love? less

All I want for Christmas: 1) A good bottle of champagne2) A free-range turkey3) A cozy snow-covered cabin With that list, lifestyle columnist Jillian Diamond was making a statement about what she didn't want for Christmas--a man. Of course, one happened to come along with said cozy snow-covered cabin--and he was a sight for sore eyes, even if Christmas wasn't exactly his favorite holiday. Will "Scrooge" Bravo was well-known for his antipathy toward that most wonderful time of year... moreAll I want for Christmas: 1) A good bottle of champagne2) A free-range turkey3) A cozy snow-covered cabin With that list, lifestyle columnist Jillian Diamond was making a statement about what she didn't want for Christmas--a man. Of course, one happened to come along with said cozy snow-covered cabin--and he was a sight for sore eyes, even if Christmas wasn't exactly his favorite holiday. Will "Scrooge" Bravo was well-known for his antipathy toward that most wonderful time of year. And all he wanted for Christmas was to be alone. Then into his den of solitude walked beautiful, miniskirt-clad Jilly. She hadn't been on his Christmas list, so why was he so tempted to gift-wrap her, put her under his tree...and join her there...? less

"Tate Bravo...I'm pregnant..." Mayor Molly O'Dare had sworn she would never end up like her granny or her mother before her: pregnant and unmarried. Yet here she was expecting Tate Bravo's baby. The very man who thought her town was his town.... Now, not only was Tate proposing marriage, he was "demanding" she marry him--again...and again...and again. The secret passion they shared drew them together; his constant proposals were tearing them apart... more"Tate Bravo...I'm pregnant..." Mayor Molly O'Dare had sworn she would never end up like her granny or her mother before her: pregnant and unmarried. Yet here she was expecting Tate Bravo's baby. The very man who thought her town was his town.... Now, not only was Tate proposing marriage, he was "demanding" she marry him--again...and again...and again. The secret passion they shared drew them together; his constant proposals were tearing them apart.... Until, with the help of Molly's meddling mother, Tate had a plan. So would Molly be an immovable object--or would Tate indeed be Marrying Molly before the baby was born? less

Rumor had it that Lori Lee Billingworth's son was the result of a one-night stand. Little did attorney Tucker Bravo know that he was the man involved. For Lori Lee and her twin sister had traded places on prom night, and nobody - but Lori - knew that she had her dream night with the boy she'd loved forever... Tucker knew he had feelings for his long-ago girlfriend's twin, and he adored her son. But once he learned the unbelievable - that the boy was his - his world came to a crashing halt... moreRumor had it that Lori Lee Billingworth's son was the result of a one-night stand. Little did attorney Tucker Bravo know that he was the man involved. For Lori Lee and her twin sister had traded places on prom night, and nobody - but Lori - knew that she had her dream night with the boy she'd loved forever... Tucker knew he had feelings for his long-ago girlfriend's twin, and he adored her son. But once he learned the unbelievable - that the boy was his - his world came to a crashing halt. He was full of resentment for the trickery that made him a father, yet felt overwhelming love for the innocent child caught in this charade. But not for the woman who tricked him. Because that would be inconceivable...wouldn't it? less

"I want you. Name your price." Cleopatra Bliss had learned long ago to stay away from driven, powerful men like Fletcher Bravo. So when the handsome CEO of one of Las Vegas's most successful gaming resorts made her an irresistible proposal, she knew she was in trouble. Fletcher envisioned great possibilities for Cleo's day-care center--including a special place for his little girl. But his desire for the stubbornly independent Cleo was rocking his world.. more"I want you. Name your price." Cleopatra Bliss had learned long ago to stay away from driven, powerful men like Fletcher Bravo. So when the handsome CEO of one of Las Vegas's most successful gaming resorts made her an irresistible proposal, she knew she was in trouble. Fletcher envisioned great possibilities for Cleo's day-care center--including a special place for his little girl. But his desire for the stubbornly independent Cleo was rocking his world...until he decided marriage--with all the fringe benefits and none of the obligations--would suit him just fine. And then he looked at his wife's burgeoning belly and realized he wasn't the only one keeping secrets.... less

Well, the wedding of Angie Dellazola and Brett Bravo may have "seemed" hasty. But in fact they'd known each other all their lives--and, as each of them was the self-appointed sole sane member of their respective families, what better way to ensure that they stay that way than to get married? Their marriage would be based on respect and common interests--none of that burning, all-consuming love that their family members seemed prone to... moreWell, the wedding of Angie Dellazola and Brett Bravo may have "seemed" hasty. But in fact they'd known each other all their lives--and, as each of them was the self-appointed sole sane member of their respective families, what better way to ensure that they stay that way than to get married? Their marriage would be based on respect and common interests--none of that burning, all-consuming love that their family members seemed prone to... . And then, one week into their marriage, it hit both of them like a ton of bricks. Angie and Brett were wildly, madly, passionately in love--with each other This was not the calm, collected marriage they'd counted on. Well, the best-laid plans... less

When Charlene Cooper was eighteen, she turned to Brand Bravo in desperation... and he couldn't get away fast enough. And then ten years later, Charlene was forced to turn to him again-- this time with a baby in her arms and a burning question in her heart: "are you this little girl's father?" At twenty Brand Bravo knew that he could never be the kind of man Charlene deserved. At thirty, he knew she was the love of his life, and he would do anything to get her back... moreWhen Charlene Cooper was eighteen, she turned to Brand Bravo in desperation... and he couldn't get away fast enough. And then ten years later, Charlene was forced to turn to him again-- this time with a baby in her arms and a burning question in her heart: "are you this little girl's father?" At twenty Brand Bravo knew that he could never be the kind of man Charlene deserved. At thirty, he knew she was the love of his life, and he would do anything to get her back. Because, once again, she needed him, for herself and for the infant in her care. And this time, Brand wouldn't hesitate to be anything Charlene asked him to be. Husband. And father? less

What brought him to her door......Marcus Reid couldn't say. But then Hayley Bravo opened her door, and he got a good look at her burgeoning stomach She appeared to be about eight months along. So was this proof that she'd gotten over him fast... or that they were connected, now and forever? Months ago Hayley had walked out on Marcus, even though it was the hardest thing she'd ever done. Because though she knew he'd do the right thing by her, she was holding out for the real thing. Love. Baby... moreWhat brought him to her door......Marcus Reid couldn't say. But then Hayley Bravo opened her door, and he got a good look at her burgeoning stomach She appeared to be about eight months along. So was this proof that she'd gotten over him fast... or that they were connected, now and forever? Months ago Hayley had walked out on Marcus, even though it was the hardest thing she'd ever done. Because though she knew he'd do the right thing by her, she was holding out for the real thing. Love. Baby. Marriage. And apparently, in that order... less

Can he embrace the child he never knew he had? Nine years ago, Kelly Bravo and Michael Vakulic went their separate ways--he to a new name and a new life, she to a family she never knew she had. And then Kelly comes across an tantalizingly familiar photo in the newspaper. Her long lost Michael has reinvented himself--as Mitch Valentine, multimillionaire entrepreneur. As for Kelly, she's got a new name too--mother! And a little girl with Michael's eyes.. moreCan he embrace the child he never knew he had? Nine years ago, Kelly Bravo and Michael Vakulic went their separate ways--he to a new name and a new life, she to a family she never knew she had. And then Kelly comes across an tantalizingly familiar photo in the newspaper. Her long lost Michael has reinvented himself--as Mitch Valentine, multimillionaire entrepreneur. As for Kelly, she's got a new name too--mother! And a little girl with Michael's eyes... How can she tell him the truth? How can she not? less

STOP RIGHT THERE. DON'T COME ONE STEP CLOSER." After being dumped by her boyfriend, Tessa wasn't taking nonsense from any man. But how could she turn away this injured stranger who'd stumbled onto her property in the middle of a blizzard? A man who didn't know who he was or how he'd ended up in the California Sierras… He couldn't recall his name, but there was no mystery about his tender passion for the woman who'd saved his life... moreSTOP RIGHT THERE. DON'T COME ONE STEP CLOSER." After being dumped by her boyfriend, Tessa wasn't taking nonsense from any man. But how could she turn away this injured stranger who'd stumbled onto her property in the middle of a blizzard? A man who didn't know who he was or how he'd ended up in the California Sierras… He couldn't recall his name, but there was no mystery about his tender passion for the woman who'd saved his life. With no memory of the past—only recurring images of a Texas ranch—what could he offer Tessa? Just a life together, if she was willing to take a risk on the future, no matter where it led…. less

Well, if lightning didn't strike twice, then how could a night of passion with her "former" lover, Matt Bravo, leave Connie Lonnigan pregnant with his child...for the second time? They already had a beautiful little girl, and they'd finally come to terms with their can't-live-with-can't-live-without-each-other relationship. And now this Texas tycoon Matt Bravo had let Connie slip through his fingers five years ago, and he was not about to make the same mistake again... moreWell, if lightning didn't strike twice, then how could a night of passion with her "former" lover, Matt Bravo, leave Connie Lonnigan pregnant with his child...for the second time? They already had a beautiful little girl, and they'd finally come to terms with their can't-live-with-can't-live-without-each-other relationship. And now this Texas tycoon Matt Bravo had let Connie slip through his fingers five years ago, and he was not about to make the same mistake again. He had to convince her that he was the man for her, now and forever. To make this a Christmas to remember--for all "four" of them... less

"I'm not the marrying kind."After being jilted by her longtime boyfriend, Marnie Jones was on the move. But from the moment she rolled into Texas and clashed with sexy rebel Jericho Bravo, she was finding all sorts of reasons to stay put. Too bad the rugged loner couldn't say the same.... Or could he? Because Jericho was making Marnie believe in second chances--that he was the man she wanted to settle down with...forever... more"I'm not the marrying kind."After being jilted by her longtime boyfriend, Marnie Jones was on the move. But from the moment she rolled into Texas and clashed with sexy rebel Jericho Bravo, she was finding all sorts of reasons to stay put. Too bad the rugged loner couldn't say the same.... Or could he? Because Jericho was making Marnie believe in second chances--that he was the man she wanted to settle down with...forever. Was the proud, wary loner willing to risk his heart? Because he already owned hers.... less