Love in Ghost Lake Ranch Series by Amber Duval

COWBOY ROMANCE Ethan Boone and his six brothers have spent the last fifteen years raising cattle on Ghost Lake ranch in the Montana mountains. As remote as it is beautiful, the ranch fills Ethan with pride and purpose. All he wishes he had was someone to share his life, but knows it’s too hard and isolated for most women. To escape the brutal stranger who kidnapped her, city veterinarian Jessa Cooper jumped from his car trunk and ran for a mile in the snow before passing out... moreCOWBOY ROMANCE Ethan Boone and his six brothers have spent the last fifteen years raising cattle on Ghost Lake ranch in the Montana mountains. As remote as it is beautiful, the ranch fills Ethan with pride and purpose. All he wishes he had was someone to share his life, but knows it’s too hard and isolated for most women. To escape the brutal stranger who kidnapped her, city veterinarian Jessa Cooper jumped from his car trunk and ran for a mile in the snow before passing out. When she wakes up in bed with Ethan Boone she panics, until the handsome cowboy explains that a blizzard knocked out the ranch’s power, and this was the only way to keep her warm. Ethan also promises to keep her safe, but when she impulsively gives in to her desire to touch him, their mutual passions flare out of control. Jessa’s fear and injuries convince Ethan that her story is true, but a storm has snowed them in at the ranch. While helping Ethan with an injured horse Jessa describes her kidnapper, whom Ethan realizes is one of his neighbors. To keep from alarming her, he seduces her in the hayloft, but the kidnapper marches two of Ethan’s brothers into the barn at gunpoint. When he demands Jessa in exchange, Ethan must risk his life to protect his family and his lady. Yet once the kidnapper has been dealt with, can Ethan convince Jessa to stay at Ghost Lake? Or will the lovely veterinarian head back to her successful life in the city? Warning: *This story contains mature themes and language. It is intended to be enjoyed by an 18+ audience only. *No cliffhangers here! Each story is part of the Love Ghost Lake Ranch universe and has its own HEA, but you can follow a new character of the Ranch with each new book! *Please be aware that this is a romance short. Shorter fiction is a fun and quick read, not a full-length novel. less

Protected by the Cowboy As the biggest man on Ghost Lake Ranch, Christopher Boone has always used his impressive strength to help run his family’s Montana mountain cattle spread. A gentle giant by nature, Chris accepts that his rugged looks attract as many women as his size intimidates other men. Since high school his heart has belonged to Rebecca Carson, however... moreProtected by the Cowboy As the biggest man on Ghost Lake Ranch, Christopher Boone has always used his impressive strength to help run his family’s Montana mountain cattle spread. A gentle giant by nature, Chris accepts that his rugged looks attract as many women as his size intimidates other men. Since high school his heart has belonged to Rebecca Carson, however. While her overbearing, wealthy father has kept them apart, Chris still hopes that someday he and Becca will have a chance to be together. When her father is trampled to death, Becca discovers that her greedy stepmother, Holly, deliberately caused the accident. Holly has also been secretly abusing Becca for years, and when confronted promises to kill her, too, if she doesn’t turn over the estate. Becca instead runs to Ghost Lake Ranch and hides out in one of the barns. When she’s discovered there by Chris Boone, the boy she fell in love with in high school, Becca begs him to keep her hidden. Chris has heard rumors about Becca’s instability, but he’s never believed them, so he hides her in his parents’ old cottage by the lake. Trapped there by an ice storm, Chris and Becca finally admit their feelings and become lovers. Chris is outraged when he discovers the abuse Becca has suffered. Yet when Holly arrives with the police and exposes them, can Chris convince his brothers to help him save Becca? Or will they side with her murderous stepmother? Warning: *This story contains mature themes and language. It is intended to be enjoyed by an 18+ audience only. *No cliffhangers here! Each book of the Love in Ghost Lake Ranch universe has a HEA ending. Each new book introduces new characters. *Please be aware that this is a romance short. Shorter fiction is a fun and quick read, not a full-length novel. less

Saved by the Cowboy - Can be read as a standalone book Love of the land has always kept Jonah Boone tied to Ghost Lake, his family’s Montana mountain cattle ranch. Thanks to his grandmother’s Cheyenne blood he has an affinity for the outdoors, and the quiet reserve that makes everyone regard him as the “lone wolf” of the seven Boone brothers. Jonah’s watchful nature helps him notice things others miss, although he sometimes feels crowded by living with his six louder, rowdier brothers... moreSaved by the Cowboy - Can be read as a standalone book Love of the land has always kept Jonah Boone tied to Ghost Lake, his family’s Montana mountain cattle ranch. Thanks to his grandmother’s Cheyenne blood he has an affinity for the outdoors, and the quiet reserve that makes everyone regard him as the “lone wolf” of the seven Boone brothers. Jonah’s watchful nature helps him notice things others miss, although he sometimes feels crowded by living with his six louder, rowdier brothers. While out riding alone to get some much-needed privacy, Jonah spots a half-naked woman running out of the woods, and tries to help her, only to be taken hostage by her captors. Geologist Caroline Scott knows the ruthless treasure hunters who abducted her will kill her as soon as she leads them to the lost Civil War gold they’re seeking. When Jonah Boone tries to save her and instead becomes another captive, she loses all hope. The quiet cowboy refuses to let her give up, however, and promises to do all he can to protect her. During what Caroline believes is their last night to live she becomes Jonah’s lover, and in his arms finds a new reason to keep fighting to survive. After losing their captors in an elaborate cave system, Jonah manages to get Caroline to his grandmother’s cabin in the mountains, where he radios his brothers. Before help can arrive the treasure hunters attack, Jonah and Caroline must use work together to stay alive. Yet once the hunters are defeated, will Jonah lose Caroline? Or can he offer her a reason to stay and share his passion forever? Warning: *This story contains mature themes and language. It is intended to be enjoyed by an 18+ audience only. *No cliffhangers here! Each book of the Love in Ghost Lake Ranch universe has a HEA ending. Each new book introduces new characters. *Please be aware that this is a romance short. Shorter fiction is a fun and quick read, not a full-length novel. less

Loved by the Cowboy - Can be read as a standalone book Thomas Boone has a lot of secrets. He doesn’t want to spend his life raising cattle at Ghost Lake Ranch, but how does he tell his six brothers that he wants to open his own carpentry business? Then there’s the crush he has on Shay Larabee, the pretty owner of the quilt shop in town. She seems to like him, but every time he’s around her he gets so tongue-tied he can hardly say hello... moreLoved by the Cowboy - Can be read as a standalone book Thomas Boone has a lot of secrets. He doesn’t want to spend his life raising cattle at Ghost Lake Ranch, but how does he tell his six brothers that he wants to open his own carpentry business? Then there’s the crush he has on Shay Larabee, the pretty owner of the quilt shop in town. She seems to like him, but every time he’s around her he gets so tongue-tied he can hardly say hello. When Tom goes into the city to pick up a special order, and runs into Shay, he’s stunned when she asks him out to dinner. Shay Larabee has been crazy about Tom Boone since she first laid eyes on the big cowboy. Meeting him by accident in the city finally gives her a chance to spend time with him. Yet after a wonderful dinner, she and Tom accidentally witness the execution of a well-known politician, and must go on the run to escape the killer. Things only get worse when the police identify Tom as the prime suspect in the murder. While hiding out from the police in Shay’s childhood home, Tom finds a way to prove his innocence. The risks involved scare Shay, and as they argue over his plan their mutual attraction is revealed and results in a night of passion. Tom now knows he will do anything to protect his lady. Once the real killer is exposed, Tom returns home with Shay to face his brothers. Now can he stop keeping his secrets from his family? Or will his ambitions ruin everything good in his life besides Shay? Warning: *This story contains mature themes and language. It is intended to be enjoyed by an 18+ audience only. *No cliffhangers here! Each book of the Love in Ghost Lake Ranch universe has a HEA ending. Each new book introduces new characters. *Please be aware that this is a romance short. Shorter fiction is a fun and quick read, not a full-length novel. less

Wanted by the Cowboy - Can be read as a standalone book Everyone knows Liam Boone is an ex-Army ordnance specialist, but only his commander and his brothers know he was also one of the most lethal snipers in the military. Tired of killing, Liam left the service to return home and help his brothers run their family cattle business on Ghost Lake Ranch... moreWanted by the Cowboy - Can be read as a standalone book Everyone knows Liam Boone is an ex-Army ordnance specialist, but only his commander and his brothers know he was also one of the most lethal snipers in the military. Tired of killing, Liam left the service to return home and help his brothers run their family cattle business on Ghost Lake Ranch. His past comes back to haunt him, however, when his former commander calls on him to keep an eye on his daughter, forensic archaeologist Catriona Merlin, as she investigates an old burial site to uncover the truth about a turn-of-the-century serial killer only known as The Reaper. Cat Merlin isn’t happy to be saddled with her dad’s ex-Army buddy, but Liam soon proves to be helpful with the work at her dig. She doesn’t understand why she’s so attracted to the cowboy, either, as he seems indifferent to her. That all changes one night when Liam hauls Cat out of a hidden, lethal trap, and he reveals just how much he wants her. The mind-blowing sex they have, however, doesn’t distract Cat from realizing that someone is trying to kill her. The next day she finds out why when she and Liam unearth another Reaper victim, but Cat determines the woman was murdered less than a year ago. Warning: *This story contains mature themes and language. It is intended to be enjoyed by an 18+ audience only. *No cliffhangers here! Each book of the Love in Ghost Lake Ranch universe has a HEA ending. Each new book introduces new characters. *Please be aware that this is a romance short. Shorter fiction is a fun and quick read, not a full-length novel. less

Cherished by the Cowboy - Can be read as a standalone book While he’s happy most of his brothers have found women to love, Robert Boone doesn’t plan to ever get married. His life as a cowboy working cattle at Ghost Lake Ranch keeps him content, and he’s had some bad luck with women. After his brother Ethan’s bachelor party, however, Rob wakes up naked in a motel bed with town librarian Malory French... moreCherished by the Cowboy - Can be read as a standalone book While he’s happy most of his brothers have found women to love, Robert Boone doesn’t plan to ever get married. His life as a cowboy working cattle at Ghost Lake Ranch keeps him content, and he’s had some bad luck with women. After his brother Ethan’s bachelor party, however, Rob wakes up naked in a motel bed with town librarian Malory French. Neither of them have any memory of what happened or how they got there, but it’s obvious they had sex. Malory is convinced someone drugged them. They agree not to tell anyone about their lost night and go their separate ways. A day later at work Malory receives an envelope filled with scandalous pictures of her and Rob Boone in the hotel room. The pictures are so lurid that she knows if they’re made public they will destroy both their lives. She then gets a phone call from a blackmailer threatening to post them all over town unless she pays him an enormous amount of money. Rob comes to town to check on her, and finds Malory so distraught he must take her home. He studied the pictures again, and shows Malory that they’re both unconscious, and were posed to look as if they were having sex. After spending the afternoon taking care of her, Rob ends up in bed with Malory again. This time the sex is real, and so wonderful that it makes them both realize they were meant for each other. Rob learns a greedy rancher he saw at the roadhouse that night has been trying to buy Malory’s land for years, and grows suspicious. With his brother Chris’s help, Rob exposes the blackmailer and has him arrested, but can he convince Malory to give them a real chance? Or will his bad luck with the ladies chase off the one woman he wants to cherish forever? Warning: *This story contains mature themes and language. It is intended to be enjoyed by an 18+ audience only. *No cliffhangers here! Each book of the Love in Ghost Lake Ranch universe has a HEA ending. Each new book introduces new characters. *Please be aware that this is a romance short. Shorter fiction is a fun and quick read, not a full-length novel. less

Enchanted by the Cowboy - Can be read as a standalone book As the youngest of seven brothers, Caleb Boone often feels like he’ll never stop being babied by his family. While he can ride and rope and herd cattle better than any man on Ghost Lake Ranch, his brothers keep treating him like a kid. At his brother Ethan’s wedding rehearsal dinner, Caleb realizes he’s soon going to be the only single Boone brother, too... moreEnchanted by the Cowboy - Can be read as a standalone book As the youngest of seven brothers, Caleb Boone often feels like he’ll never stop being babied by his family. While he can ride and rope and herd cattle better than any man on Ghost Lake Ranch, his brothers keep treating him like a kid. At his brother Ethan’s wedding rehearsal dinner, Caleb realizes he’s soon going to be the only single Boone brother, too. Once more feeling left out and lonely, Caleb convinces a pretty waitress to have a drink with him, which turns into a hot one-night stand. Rodeo star Harper Mason is amused when Caleb Boone mistakes her for a waitress, but she really doesn’t mind. Caleb’s charm and humor make her laugh, and with all the bad luck she’s been having, she needs some fun. When their mutual attraction flares out of control, she discovers he’s just as wild in bed as she is. The enchantment ends the next day at the rodeo, when Caleb discovers she’s competing in the team roping event. Harper is about to beat Caleb’s time when her rope snaps and she’s nearly thrown from her horse. Caleb risks his life to pull her to safety, and later they discover her gear was sabotaged. Harper pulls out of the competition, and Caleb insists she stay with him and his family at Ghost Lake. Harper’s furious manager calls and threatens to have her banned from the rodeo circuit, and Harper abruptly quits. That evening she and Caleb are nearly killed by someone who deliberately stampedes a herd. Caleb’s quick thinking saves them, and Harper’s murderous manager gets what he deserves. Now that she’s safe can Caleb let his wild cowgirl go? Or can he hold onto her heart as tightly as she’s roped his? Warning: *This story contains mature themes and language. It is intended to be enjoyed by an 18+ audience only. *No cliffhangers here! Each book of the Love in Ghost Lake Ranch universe has a HEA ending. Each new book introduces new characters. *Please be aware that this is a romance short. Shorter fiction is a fun and quick read, not a full-length novel. less