"The emotional intensity is breathtaking."— Romantic Times It has been two years since grief-stricken widower Matt Colton rode off to avenge his wife's death, never to return. Yet, he remains the only man nineteen-year-old Serena's heart yearns for, the only man she's ever loved. So when Matt is desperately needed at home to protect his family against the brewing Apache revolt, Serena sets out to find him. It is in the isolation of a desolate shack that Serena finds her rugged rancher, on the verge of giving up all hope. But as she nurses both his body and his soul back to health, years of pent-up desire surface, and a spark of passion illuminates the darkness in Matt's heart. But the road back home is a treacherous one, as they trek through dangerous territory, down the path to new love.

"Every once in a while an author arrives with the rare talent to combine reality with romance. This is Janis Reams Hudson." —Romantic Times When nations collide, the battle for love is the fiercest of all. These six grand, sweeping historical romances from Janis Reams Hudson take readers out West, where the sun reveals all the hidden desires lurking in the shadows, and the passion sizzles hotter than the desert sands. Wars rage, hearts are broken, and forbidden love blazes, as Hudson entrances readers with these scintillating, hot-blooded stories.

“A novel to savor, a feast of realism, authenticity, and most of all, the magic and healing powers of love. Make room for Janis Reams Hudson on your keeper shelf.” — Romantic Times To the Apaches, Daniella Blackwood was an adopted daughter, respected and cherished. To their shaman, the bold white streak in her hair made her special and her visions in the flames make her a woman of magic. Yet no magic could protect Daniella from the passion that sears her senses when she first meets Travis Colton. To Arizona rancher Travis Colton, the mysterious Daniella is his only chance at rescuing his son. Travis and his ten-year-old son were captured by a band of Cochise's warriors. Left for dead, Travis managed to make his way home, determined to do whatever it takes to get his son back. Travis and Daniella's quest together will take more than magic; it will take a passion neither is ready to handle.

"Every once in a while an author arrives with the rare talent to combine reality with romance. This is Janis Reams Hudson."—RT BOOK REVIEWS A war erupts on the Western plains as tensions mount between the Southern Arapaho and settlers. Caught in the middle is Winter Fawn, torn between loyalty to her father and her mother's Arapaho people. Carson Dulaney has come West with his sister to start over after the War Between the States. But he is not prepared for the dangers of his new home. He is near death after an attack from a native tribe when Winter Fawn finds him and saves his life. But saving his life has made Winter Fawn an enemy of her tribe. Left with no other choice, she flees with the help of her father and the handsome stranger she nursed back to health. It is there, in the safety of Carson's embrace, that she discovers a raging passion that can't be tamed. Still, she cannot ignore the urgent call of the Southern Arapaho. When the war breaks loose, she knows she must go back and help her people. Will Carson and Winter's love be strong enough to survive, or will it become another casualty of war?

"A deep sense of family love, WARRIOR'S SONG is another masterpiece from this consummate storyteller."—RT BOOK REVIEWS Nineteen-year-old Brianna Flanigan has a fight on her hands, one that she intends to win. As head of the family since her parent’s death, she must keep the family ranch together, even as the most powerful and ruthless man in the county is determined to drive her out. One man has the courage to stand beside her and help her; a man called Wolf. He is a man without fear, a fierce loner, and he always takes what he wants. Before long, it's Brianna that he wants. He knows he doesn’t deserve the love of the Irish beauty, but the pull of desire is far too strong for even him to resist. Soon Wolf and Brianna form a union and stand shoulder-to-shoulder against their common foe. Will their love be strong enough to survive the vicious neighbor trying to steal her ranch? They will risk it all for love, family, and their home—all things Wolf has never known.

“Hudson’s sensational romance features full-bodied characterizations and meticulous plotting. A joy indeed!” — RT BOOK REVIEWS Dalton McShane rolled into Two Oaks like a thunderstorm—dark, angry, powerful, and mysterious. But when it comes time to confront the conniving woman claiming to carry his child, the heat of his fury instantly simmers over. Faith Hillman certainly isn’t what Dalton expected to find in Two Oaks. She’s beautiful, but is she innocent? After a cowardly act of violence against her, one thing both Dalton and Faith know for sure is that Faith is in trouble, and she could use his help. As the two work together to discover the truth behind the lies, they must learn how to trust again, but soon find themselves learning to love again as well.

“A delightfully engaging tale of romantic suspense.”— RT BOOK REVIEWS Trace Youngblood needs a place to hide. He’s been betrayed, chased, soaked to the bone, and shot. But when he finds refuge in the back of Lillian Robert’s van, he’ll soon find his heart at risk, too. Lillian is a third-grade teacher with dark secrets and problems of her own. But against her better judgment, she hides the ruggedly handsome fugitive cop from the agents on his trail. Drawn to the feisty woman whom he must trust with his life, Trace will find himself trusting Lillian with his heart.