The Lawman's Baby/the Reluctant Texas Rancher

Book excerpt: The Lawman's Baby - Patricia Johns Police officer Mike McMann is always cool under pressure, but taking custody of his infant nephew has left him in a cold sweat. Coming to his rescue is social worker Paige Stedler. Paige gives him a crash course on parenting - and a tempting glimpse into a life beyond the badge. But is Mike ready to trade in his SWAT team aspirations for a white picket fence? The Reluctant Texas Rancher - Cathy Gillen Thacker Three generations of Cartwright women have run the Four Winds cattle ranch, and Liz Cartwright is being pressed to keep the tradition going. But Liz wants to continue her legal practice in town, not spend her time working the land. Travis Anderson is also a big-city lawyer, back in Laramie County with a desire to reconnect with his ranching roots. Only Liz isn't buying it. When it turns out her old flame is being sued for malpractice, she agrees to assist him in exchange for help at the ranch. But if Liz helps Travis win his lawsuit, he'll leave for good - just as she's learning the benefits of having him around...