In these Texas-set stories of romance and adventure, the Civil War is over, Christmas is comingand its time for three rugged fighters to become lovers . . .

FATHER GOOSE
New York TimesandUSA TodayBestselling Author Jodi Thomas
Dispirited by war, when Trapper Hawkins accepts a job hauling five little rich girls to Dallas, all he cares about is the money. He doesnt expect theyll awaken his spiritor that their intriguing nursemaid, Emery Adams, will awaken his heart. And when danger strikes as Christmas Eve nears, he definitely doesnt expect Emery and the girls to risk their livesfor him . . .

THE MISTLETOE PROMISE*Sharla Lovelace
A catastrophic storm, an ailing herd, and a failing cattle ranch have left Texas rancher Josie Bancroft in danger of losing everything her father worked for. Still, shed rather die than merge with her neighbor rancher Benjamin Mason, the man who broke her heart years ago, on Christmas Eve. As old sparks fly and secrets are revealed, however, Ben is determined to help Josieand prove that this time around can be different. That the misunderstandings of Christmas past need not define their future . . .

ALMOST CHRISTMAS
New York TimesandUSA TodayBestselling Author Linda Broday
Noelle Blessing owns The Sugar Spoon, a candy shop in Blessing Falls, Texas. But despite her festive name and delicious occupation, Christmas doesnt promise to be sweet this yearthanks to the curvy confectioners resentful ex-fiancé. When he shows up at the towns holiday dance spoiling for trouble, Noelle grabs the nearest cowboy to partner with. Cord Dalton is more than happy to play the heroand the new boyfriend too. And by the time Christmas rolls around, what began as pretend might just be the equally unexpected gift of the real thing . . .