Saddlers Prairie Series by Ann Roth

Leave the past behind That's life lesson number one for Jenny Wyler. Which is why she's sequestered in the middle of rural Montana teaching in a one-room schoolhouse. Saddlers Prairie is good and far from the ex-fiancé who ran when he discovered the truth about her family. And from now on, Jenny would keep silent about her past. But for Abby Dawson, a kindergartner in Jenny's class, silence isn't a choice. Not only shy, the little girl may be mute, and her father, Adam, needs Jenny's help... moreLeave the past behind That's life lesson number one for Jenny Wyler. Which is why she's sequestered in the middle of rural Montana teaching in a one-room schoolhouse. Saddlers Prairie is good and far from the ex-fiancé who ran when he discovered the truth about her family. And from now on, Jenny would keep silent about her past. But for Abby Dawson, a kindergartner in Jenny's class, silence isn't a choice. Not only shy, the little girl may be mute, and her father, Adam, needs Jenny's help. Determined to give the child a voice, the pair work together while denying their powerful attraction. Besides, what could a cattle rancher and big-city teacher have in common anyway? Besides their love of a five-year-old girl. And the damaging secrets they are both hiding…secrets that are bound to leak out. less

Great for fans of Lauren Landish, Liz Isaacson, Susan Mallery, and Marie Force. Since I Fell for You is a small town, feel-good, western romance, the first in a three-book series. Leave the Past Behind That’s life lesson number one for Jenny Wyler. Which is why she’s sequestered in the middle of rural Montana teaching in a one-room schoolhouse. Saddlers Prairie is good and far from the ex-fiancé who ran when he discovered the truth about her family... moreGreat for fans of Lauren Landish, Liz Isaacson, Susan Mallery, and Marie Force. Since I Fell for You is a small town, feel-good, western romance, the first in a three-book series. Leave the Past Behind That’s life lesson number one for Jenny Wyler. Which is why she’s sequestered in the middle of rural Montana teaching in a one-room schoolhouse. Saddlers Prairie is good and far from the ex-fiancé who ran when he discovered the truth about her family. And from now on, Jenny would keep silent about her past. But for Abby Dawson, a kindergartner in Jenny’s class, silence isn’t a choice. Not only shy, the little girl may be mute, and her father, Adam, needs Jenny’s help. Determined to give the child a voice, the pair work together while denying their powerful attraction. What could a cattle rancher and big-city teacher have in common anyway? Besides their love of a five-year-old girl. And the damaging secrets they are both hiding… secrets that are bound to leak out. less

To Mark Engle, it's simple. There's Los Angeles—success, money, excitement—and there's Montana. So when he finds himself stuck playing small-town M.D., Mark is less than pleased. The only appeal is clinic receptionist Stacy Andrews, a big-city escapee in love with Saddlers Prairie and its neighbors-are-family feel. Too bad rural and close-knit are exactly what Mark's looking to evade. Stacy knows Mark's type too well... moreTo Mark Engle, it's simple. There's Los Angeles—success, money, excitement—and there's Montana. So when he finds himself stuck playing small-town M.D., Mark is less than pleased. The only appeal is clinic receptionist Stacy Andrews, a big-city escapee in love with Saddlers Prairie and its neighbors-are-family feel. Too bad rural and close-knit are exactly what Mark's looking to evade. Stacy knows Mark's type too well. A career-driven man like that would never put a tiny community—much less a wife and family—first. So why is she hoping he'll stay? No one can overlook the chemistry between the pair, and soon the whole town conspires to push them together. But it'll take more than matchmaking for Mark to change his life plan, even if his heart truly belongs in Montana. less

Great for fans of Lauren Landish, Liz Isaacson, Susan Mallery, and Marie Force. I’ll Be There is a small town, feel-good, western romance, the second in a three-book series. To Mark Engle, it’s simple. There’s Los Angeles—success, money, excitement—and there’s Montana. So when he finds himself stuck playing small-town M.D., Mark is less than pleased. The only appeal is clinic receptionist Stacy Andrews, a big-city escapee in love with Saddlers Prairie and its neighbors-are-family feel... moreGreat for fans of Lauren Landish, Liz Isaacson, Susan Mallery, and Marie Force. I’ll Be There is a small town, feel-good, western romance, the second in a three-book series. To Mark Engle, it’s simple. There’s Los Angeles—success, money, excitement—and there’s Montana. So when he finds himself stuck playing small-town M.D., Mark is less than pleased. The only appeal is clinic receptionist Stacy Andrews, a big-city escapee in love with Saddlers Prairie and its neighbors-are-family feel. Too bad "rural" and "close-knit" are exactly what Mark’s looking to evade. Stacy knows Mark’s type too well. A career-driven man like that would never put a tiny community—much less a wife and family—first. So why is she hoping he’ll stay? No one can overlook the chemistry between the pair, and soon the whole town conspires to push them together. But it’ll take more than matchmaking for Mark to change his life plan, even if his heart truly belongs in Montana. less

For the troubled foster boys who call it home, Hope Ranch is a last chance. For Cody Naylor, the ranch's owner, it's an opportunity to repay a debt to the foster father who saved his life. And for Autumn Knowles, it's a way to stay out of jail after a minor scrape with the law. Sentenced to a temporary job as housekeeper at the ranch, she's determined to show everyone she can be responsible.Gaining the boys' confidence is no easy matter. Learning to trust Cody is a whole other story... moreFor the troubled foster boys who call it home, Hope Ranch is a last chance. For Cody Naylor, the ranch's owner, it's an opportunity to repay a debt to the foster father who saved his life. And for Autumn Knowles, it's a way to stay out of jail after a minor scrape with the law. Sentenced to a temporary job as housekeeper at the ranch, she's determined to show everyone she can be responsible.Gaining the boys' confidence is no easy matter. Learning to trust Cody is a whole other story. But with her job, her future and the future of the boys at stake, there's too much to lose by getting involved. Autumn's not about to get burned again…no matter how perfect the guy seems! less

Great for fans of Lauren Landish, Liz Isaacson, Susan Mallery, and Marie Force. Until There Was You is a small town, feel-good, western romance, the third in a three-book series. For the troubled foster boys who call it home, Hope Ranch is a last chance. For Cody Naylor, the ranch’s owner, it’s an opportunity to repay a debt to the foster father who saved his life. And for Autumn Knowles, it’s a way to stay out of jail after a minor scrape with the law... moreGreat for fans of Lauren Landish, Liz Isaacson, Susan Mallery, and Marie Force. Until There Was You is a small town, feel-good, western romance, the third in a three-book series. For the troubled foster boys who call it home, Hope Ranch is a last chance. For Cody Naylor, the ranch’s owner, it’s an opportunity to repay a debt to the foster father who saved his life. And for Autumn Knowles, it’s a way to stay out of jail after a minor scrape with the law. Sentenced to a temporary job as housekeeper at the ranch, she’s determined to show everyone she can be responsible. Gaining the boys’ confidence is no easy matter. Learning to trust Cody is a whole other story. With her job, her future, and the future of the boys at stake, there’s too much to lose by getting involved. Autumn’s not about to get burned again... no matter how perfect Cody seems. less

A Chance to Prove Himself Learning that she was adopted is the biggest shock of magazine writer Sarah Tigarden's life. Falling in love with champion bull rider Clay Hollyer is a close second. Years ago, she shared a sizzling kiss with the handsome rodeo star, only to hear that he was a player who enjoyed toying with women. After her profile of Clay called him on his caddish behavior, she never wanted to see him again... moreA Chance to Prove Himself Learning that she was adopted is the biggest shock of magazine writer Sarah Tigarden's life. Falling in love with champion bull rider Clay Hollyer is a close second. Years ago, she shared a sizzling kiss with the handsome rodeo star, only to hear that he was a player who enjoyed toying with women. After her profile of Clay called him on his caddish behavior, she never wanted to see him again. But as Sarah searches for her birth mother, Clay is unexpectedly by her side. Can this really be the same guy she condemned as a womanizer? As she gets closer to learning the stunning truth about her biological mom, Sarah also finds herself getting closer to Clay. Her head tells her it's a mistake…but her heart isn't so sure. less

A Holiday Change Of Heart  Gina Arnett comes home to Saddlers Prairie to say goodbye to her uncle and sell the family ranch she's just inherited. Her focus is on getting back to Chicago and her high-powered job. Two things change her plans: a sudden blizzard that causes the town to be snowed in, and Zach Horton—the ranch foreman who tries to convince her to stay.  Gina's boundless ambition is something Zach understands all too well... moreA Holiday Change Of Heart  Gina Arnett comes home to Saddlers Prairie to say goodbye to her uncle and sell the family ranch she's just inherited. Her focus is on getting back to Chicago and her high-powered job. Two things change her plans: a sudden blizzard that causes the town to be snowed in, and Zach Horton—the ranch foreman who tries to convince her to stay.  Gina's boundless ambition is something Zach understands all too well. He's kept his past a secret, and to uncover it, she'll have to reveal her own uncomfortable truths—and her growing feelings for Zach. He's not the kind of man she dreamed of falling for. But at the Christmas season, all dreams seem possible…. less