Ivy League Cowboy (McCray Brothers Book One)
Genre: Contemporary Western Romance
Now available at Musa Publishing
Awards:
First Place, RomCon Reader's Crown, Short Contemporary Romance
Second Place, Colorado Romance Writers Heart of the Rockies Contest, Short Contemporary, 2009
Dusty O’Donovan, an accomplished bull rider, isn’t afraid to ride El Diablo, a feisty stud whoseowner,Zach McCray, is offering $500,000 to anyone who can stay on him for a full eight seconds. Though Zachrefuses tolet a woman ride his bull, he's intrigued by the headstrong Dusty, who he last saw when he was thirteenand she was six. Sparks fly when they’re together, but will Dusty’s secrets tear them apart?
Praise for Ivy League Cowboy:
"The sparks between Dusty and Zach flew like fireworks. Ivy League Cowboy is a steamy read, but with a deep emotional component as well. Fast-paced and sensual, this story is a nice rainy-day read while you’re snuggled upnext to your partner." —Star, Bibliophilic Book Blog
"These two are downright loveable!! You are rooting for them to get together from the get go. The chemistry between them is smoking HOT, and lawd once they get in bed you will need a fan. I have to say there are a couple characters I wanted to beat down. Don’t want to give away too much of that part of the story, because I wouldn’t want to ruin the story for ya. I have a feeling y’all will feel the same way. —Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews
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A Cowboy and a Gentleman (McCray Brothers Book Two)
Genre: Contemporary Western Romance
Now Available at Musa Publishing
Awards: Finalist, RomCon Readers' Crown, Short Contemporary Romance, 2012. Third Place, Colorado Romance Writers Heart of the Rockies Contest, Short Contemporary, 2009
Newly divorced Dallas McCray wants a sweet country girl like his sister-in-law, so why is he lusting after the new veterinarian in town, striking New Jersey transplant Annie DeSimone? Also divorced, Annie yearns to leave her difficult past behind and start a new life in beautiful Colorado. Sparks fly between her and handsome cowboy Dallas, but attraction and emotion aren’t always enough…especially when a cowboy has vowed never to make the same mistake twice.
Praise for A Cowboy and a Gentleman:
"This is a wonderful book!! It has it all!! It is so hot at times you feel like your e-reader just might melt and it also gets all your emotions involved! I will tell you I could not stop reading it till I was finished. I have no doubt y’all will really love the heck out of this one!! —Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews
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Rodeo Queen (McCray Brothers Book Three)
Genre: Contemporary Western Romance
Now Available at Musa Publishing
Catie Bay has worshiped much older Chad McCray since she was a child. When she fumbles a seduction attempt after her graduation from high school, she flees to Europe. Four years later, she returns a beautiful, worldly woman, and Chad takes notice. Is the rodeo queen still in love with the sexy cowboy, and is he capable of returning her feelings?
Praise for Rodeo Queen:
"I am absolutely in love with these two! I don’t want to tell you much more then this, because I don’t want to ruin it for y’all! These two are smoking hot!!! Chad is one sexy man, and once he gets his hands on Catie he has a hard time keeping the off her. LAWD!! I hope y’all love this book and series as much as I have! —Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews
Reunited
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Available Now at Musa Publishing
Love is never a lost cause, and sometimes all it takes is a few special words written down to make all the difference in the world. Wayward cupids, lonely vampires, long-lost loves, and mysterious strangers come together in this collection sure to warm your heart and steam up your screen.
When Kathryn Abbott moves back to her hometown following her divorce, she doesn't expect to run into Brett Falcone, the Italian Stallion. If possible, he's even more appealing than he was twenty years ago when she, the nerd queen, tutored the popular baseball star. Brett would like to begin the relationship they couldn't have then, but first Kathryn must face her past decisions...and risk losing Brett.
The Outlaw's Angel (Daughters of the Prairie One)
Genre: Western Historical Romance
Now Available at Amazon
The last thing bounty hunter Bobby Morgan expects after a stay in a small Dakota town is to wake up in a dirty jail cell accused of a crime he didn't commit. When a preacher's beautiful daughter provides a means for escape, he takes it. On the run with his feisty hostage, Bobby swears to her he means her no harm. Naomi Blackburn wants nothing more than to go home to her ma and pa. But her handsome outlaw captor ignites a passion in her that's both frightening and exciting. Can two decidedly different souls come together? Or will misfortunes and Bobby's own doubts keep them apart?
Praise for Outlaws Angels:
"The Outlaw’s Angel by Helen Hardt gave us a sensual love story about 1869 Dakota Territory and a bounty hunter, Bobby Morgan. He was falsely accused of murder, and in desperation, kidnapped the preacher’s daughter, Naomi. Their escapades were impressive and just kept getting worse. The strong, dynamic characters, as well as the people they met during their journey, made the story fabulous. This story, as well as the surprise ending, grabbed my attention and wouldn’t let go. —Brenda Talley, The Romance Studio
"A thoroughly enjoyable set of stories. Each story had its own cadence and feel to it and I enjoyed them all very much. It did not feel like one book broken into four sections nor did it feel like they were repeating the same storyline four times over. I thought the descriptions of the characters and surroundings were real and I was able to place myself within each story... All four of the stories were well written and edited, which is nearly as important. —You Gotta Read Reviews
Lessons of the Heart (Daughters of the Prairie Two)
Genre: Western Historical Romance
Now Available at Amazon
Spinster schoolteacher Ruth Blackburn has accepted her fate. She's not meant for love, especially not with ill-mannered—though excruciatingly handsome—Garth Mackenzie, the widowed father of one of her students. She'll just have to ignore the fact that he makes her skin heat. Garth Mackenzie is used to loss. The Civil War cost him his best friend and his ability to sleep through the night, and illness stole his wife and son. To avoid the pain of losing his daughter, he keeps her at arm's length, much to her teacher's dismay. Ruth Blackburn is independent and opinionated—just what Garth doesn't need. But her vibrant beauty and energy awaken feelings in him he thought long dead.
Praise for Lessons of the Heart:
"I loved this sweet, historical romance. Ms. Hardt did a lovely job bringing her characters to life, and bringing their lives together... Of course the heat is there but there are so many layers to both Ruth and Garth's past that once you start reading this book you won't want to put it down. This story is one of the best I've read... Stories like this one don’t come along very often. The writing is excellent, the flow is perfect, the characters are likable, loveable, even when there’s the chance these two won’t wind up together. I’ve never read one of Helen Hardt’s books before, but I will be reading more in the future —Magnolia, Long and Short Reviews
"Ms. Hardt has once again written another well-developed, interesting novel. Her characters were so believable it was as if I lived on the outside of the cabin looking in. The main characters had such dynamic, emotional personalities, it seemed as if they were destined to find each other. However, a happily-ever-after was not simply reached. The style of Hardt's book grabbed my attention... Hardt is an author whom I expect to see more and more of in the future —Brenda Talley, The Romance Studio
Song of the Raven (Daughters of the Prairie Three)
Genre: Western Historical Romance
Now Available at Amazon
Ella Morgan loves her mother and father, but she's grown weary of their overbearing protectiveness. She longs for excitement, adventure, and most of all, love. When she finds an injured Lakota warrior hiding in her barn, she's intrigued by the brave and handsome man. Silver Raven has found his soul mate in the woman with eyes the color of violets at first bloom. Can he convince her to leave her home and family and take her rightful place as his woman? Or will Ella's father and the prejudices of society keep them apart?
Praise for Song of the Raven:
"Ms. Hardt did a great job of portraying the tenderness and emotion between Ella and Silver Raven. It is clear from the moment they meet, they have chemistry to burn. The love scenes between the two are very touching and well written." —Pointsettia, Long and Short ReviewsReviews
Last Updated: February 6, 2012
