Protecting children is his calling… Now he must guard the woman who broke his heart Social worker Gideon Colton has devoted his life to helping kids. His commitment to his work has eased some of the heartache from his breakup with Dr. Sophia Gray-Jones. Then a battered child brings the pediatrician back into his life. And as a vengeful father threatens Sophia, Gideon is determined to protect her. But hiding out together might just create tremendous danger to their hearts…and their lives! From Harlequin Romantic Suspense: Danger. Passion. Drama. Feel the excitement in these uplifting romances, part of the The Coltons of Colorado series: Book 1: Colton's Pursuit of Justice by Marie Ferrarella Book 2: Snowed In With a Colton by Lisa Childs Book 3: Colton's Dangerous Reunion by Justine Davis Book 4: Stalking Colton's Family by Geri Krotow Book 5: Undercover Colton by Addison Fox Book 6: Colton Countdown by Tara Taylor Quinn Book 7: Colton's Secret Sabotage by Deborah Fletcher Mello

Looking for heart-racing romance and breathless suspense? Want stories filled with life-and-death situations that cause sparks to fly between adventurous, strong women and brave, powerful men? Harlequin® Romantic Suspense brings you all that and more with four new full-length titles in one collection! COLTON'S DANGEROUS REUNION (A Coltons of Colorado novel) by Justine Davis When social worker Gideon Colton reports a parent for child abuse, he never thought he'd put his ex—the child's pediatrician—in harm's way. Now he and Sophie Gray-Jones are thrown back together to avoid danger…and find themselves reigniting the flame that never really went out. FINDING THE RANCHER'S SON by Karen Whiddon Jackie Burkholdt's sister and nephew are missing, so she returns home to their tiny West Texas hometown. The boy's father, Eli Pitts, might be the most obvious suspect, but he and Jackie are helplessly drawn to each other. As secrets come to light, it becomes even harder to know who is responsible—let alone who it's safe to have feelings for. BODYGUARD UNDER SIEGE (A Bachelor Bodyguards novel) by Lisa Childs Keeli Abbott became a bodyguard to avoid Detective Spencer Dubridge. Now she's been tasked with protecting him—and might be pregnant with his baby! Close quarters force them to face their feelings, but with a drug cartel determined to make sure Spencer doesn't testify, they may not have much time left… MOUNTAIN RETREAT MURDER (A Cameron Glen novel) by Beth Cornelison When a mysterious death finds Cait Cameron’s family's inn, she enlists guest Matt Harkney, father to a troubled teenager, to help investigate recent crimes. Love and loyalty are tested as veteran Matt risks everything to heal his family, catch a thief and save Cait’s life.

Colton's Dangerous Reunion - Justine Davis Protecting children is his calling...now he must guard the woman who broke his heart. Social worker Gideon Colton has devoted his life to helping kids. His commitment to his work has eased some of the heartache from his breakup with Dr Sophia Gray-Jones. Then a battered child brings the pediatrician back into his life. And as a vengeful father threatens Sophia, Gideon's determined to protect her. But hiding out together might just create tremendous danger to their hearts...and their lives! Finding The Rancher's Son - Karen Whiddon 'I urgently need your help. My life is in danger. Please come home.' An urgent text from her estranged sister brings Jackie Burkholdt home...to find her family has disappeared. If terrified Charla has come to harm, Jackie suspects Eli Pitts, her sister's ex-husband. Soon, her distrust soon turns to attraction to the rugged rancher. As Jackie and Eli team up to track their missing loved ones, she must not only risk her life, but her growing feelings for the one man who's totally off-limits.

Looking for heart-racing romance and breathless suspense? Want stories filled with life-and-death situations that cause sparks to fly between adventurous, strong women and brave, powerful men? Harlequin® Romantic Suspense brings you all that and more with four new full-length titles in one collection! HUNTING THE COLTON FUGITIVE The Coltons of Mustang Valley by Colleen Thompson Sparks—and bullets—fly when Sierra Madden, a bounty hunter with loan sharks on her tail, and framed fugitive Ace Colton team up to find out who really shot his father. The Colton family holds tremendous power, which puts them in mortal danger… COLTON’S LAST STAND The Coltons of Mustang Valley by Karen Whiddon FBI agent Fiona Evans has been sent undercover to investigate a cult. When the cult leader’s supposed son, rancher Jake Anderson, appears on the scene, they both have a hard time focusing on stopping his mother’s machinations as their attraction burns brighter. \ DANGEROUS REUNION by Marilyn Pappano A family goes missing, throwing Cedar Creek in turmoil. Former ADA Yashi Baker destroyed Detective Ben Little Bear and their relationship with one cross-examination on the witness stand years ago. But the kidnapping draws them together, forcing them to revisit a love lost. SHIELDED IN THE SHADOWS Where Secrets are Safe by Tara Taylor Quinn A probation officer and a prosecutor team up to protect a woman in danger from an unknown abuser. As they work through a treacherous case, love never enters the equation…until their attraction becomes too hard—and lethal—to ignore.

His skills can keep her safe Her secrets could get them killed… Security expert Ryan West’s worst fears come to life when hotel CEO Nadia Shelton is pushed in front of a taxi and nearly killed. Someone will do whatever it takes to find the brother Nadia thought was dead, and the only way Ryan can protect her as they uncover the truth is to stay strictly professional. But the sparks igniting between them are nearly impossible to ignore. From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served. For more action-packed stories, check out the other books in the West Investigations series by K.D. Richards: Book 1: Pursuit of the Truth

Melanie Jacobs is in trouble. With three jobs—including running her ranch—and dwindling funds, she's exhausted. Not to mention desperately trying to hide a secret. Unfortunately, her best friend Colton Freeze knows all too well that's something is going on, and he won't give up until he knows exactly what he needs to fix. Then Colton learns the truth—Melanie's future happiness rests in the fickle hands of fate, and her chances for having a family are shrinking with every passing day. Her only comfort is Colton, but when a heated argument between them turns into an even hotter kiss, the boundaries of their friendship are erased, leaving only a scorching-hot hunger for more. Every kiss—every touch—is a stolen pleasure. But will their new friends-with-sexy-benefits arrangement bring them closer together, or destroy everything they once shared? Each book in the Maverick Montana series is STANDALONE: * Against the Wall * Under the Covers * Rising Assets * Over The Top

This text explores the natural history of Texas and more than 2900 springs in 183 Texas counties. It also includes an in-depth discussion of the general characteristics of springs - their physical and prehistoric settings, their historical significance, and their associated flora and fauna.