Diana Palmer Collection Denim and Lace Midnight Rider Author:Diana Palmer DENIM AND LACE — Bess Samson was raised in privilege, but always had a thing for Cade Hollister, the rough-and-tumble cowboy next door, even ignoring her controlling, class-conscious mother's warning to stay away from him. But he turned her down?hard. Humiliated, she grew up and moved on, but never truly gave up hope.Cade has secretly always ador... more »ed Bess?but is filled with disdain for the Samsons' wealth. Once, the families had been friends, until dark secrets and scandal caused a bitter rift, and now her family won't let him forget his blue-collar roots. But when an accident nearly costs Bess her life, the proud rancher must finally fight for the love he's never forgotten.MIDNIGHT RIDER
Count Eduardo Cortes?s fortune ? and future at his beloved ranch ? are in question. Tragedy, money woes and family pressure are now driving him toward a marriage of convenience. That is, until he encounters Bernadette Barron, wandering frightened and disheveled after a society ball.?Beneath the grime, it?s clear Bernadette is beautiful and rich. But is she just another heartbreak waiting to happen or has Eduardo finally found the one woman who can save his ranch and heal his heart? The Spanish count can provide Bernadette with the title she needs ? but can he return her feelings?Gazing into her husband?s penetrating eyes, Bernadette sees not only his calculating ways but also his quick arousal to passion. Will their growing desire be enough to overcome the mounting challenges they face?and to claim the love she will not be denied?« less