Matthew's Children by C.J. Carmichael, Three Good Men, Harlequin SuperRomance, ISBN: 9780373715060

The rumor at their law firm claims that Jane Prentice is the reason for Matthew Gray's divorce. Matt only wishes it were true. Ever since his marriage ended, he's put his social life on hold to become a better father to his kids. Now he's ready for more, but Jane wants nothing to do with him.

Yet as they work together on a tough case, it becomes harder and harder for her to keep her distance. When she finds herself falling for him, Jane realizes she has to tell Matt the truth. And their relationship could be over before it truly begins once he learns her secret....

More Than a Memory by Roz Denny Fox, Going Back, Harlequin SuperRomance, ISBN: 9780373715091

Garret Logan's dead fiancée just walked into his pub.  It's been seven years since Colleen died in a car accident, but he hasn't been able to break free of her memory.  And now she's back with a new name, claiming not to remember him....

Jo Carroll has traveled to Tennessee looking for answers.  She's lived a sheltered life since the accident that erased her memory, but now has to face that everything she knew may have been a lie.  As the truth emerges, the feelings between her and Garret grow and she's drawn into his world.  Before she can commit, however, she needs to know if he loves the woman she was...or the one she's become.

Worth Fighting For by Molly O'Keefe, The Mitchells of Riverview Inn, Harlequin SuperRomance, ISBN: 9780373715107

This is one reunion Jonah Closky wants no part of.  If not for his mother's wishes, he wouldn't even be meeting his estranged father and brothers.  The real surprise about being at this inn, however, is Daphne Larson, an outspoken organic farmer who gives as good as she gets.  Most remarkable of all, the smart, sassy single mother is making him yearn for things he doesn't even know he needs.

But taking their relationship further means coming to terms with his complicated feelings toward these men--his father and brothers.  It means forgiving the past so he can build a future with Daphne...and finally have the family he's always wanted.

A Place Called Home by Margaret Watson, The McInnes Triplets, Harlequin SuperRomance, ISBN: 9780373715084

The past always comes back to bite Zoe McInnes.  So of course everybody believes she's to blame when her former father-in-law strokes out in the middle of a fight...with her.  Thank God the man's going to be okay.  But--of course--Zoe ends up behind bars.

And of course the very sexy man she thought her lawyer had sent to bail her out turns out to be none other than Gideon Tate, the estranged brother of her late husband.  Impossible as it should be, he seems to really get Zoe, despite her past involvement with his family.  He seems to admire the job she does defending the abused women in her shelter.  He even seems to love her just a little bit....  Must appearances always be deceiving?

Teaming Up by Abby Gaines, Harlequin NASCAR, ISBN: 9780373217939

After spending most of her life buried in books and academia despite her NASCAR roots, scientist Kim Murphy is a complete success.  But when she stumbles across an old list--”Things To Do Before I Die”--Kim realizes that she hasn't really lived.  Now it's time for her to tackle the frivolous things in life: “Play hooky.” “Buy a push-up bra.”  Next up...find a “jock” to date!

Kim's unusual mix of beauty, braininess and humor seems tailor-made to get under NASCAR car chief Ward Abraham's skin--so when she asks him out, Ward can't refuse.  But when he offers to help her out with her “list” (and then some!) Kim is delighted...and terrified that Ward will discover the real reason for her list!

Watch Me by Brenda Novak, MIRA, ISBN: 9780778325260

Teenagers Sheridan Kohl and Jason Wyatt were parked at the lake in Whiterock, Tennessee, when a stranger wearing a ski mask shot them both.  Sheridan lived but Jason died--and the stranger was never caught.  Even though Sheridan's family moved away right afterward, she's never been able to put the crime behind her.  And now that someone doesn't want her to come home

Because of a new development in the case, Sheridan returns to Whiterock.  But when she's attacked a second time, it's only because of Jason's stepbrother, Cain Granger, that she survives--and Cain's the last person she wants to face. If not for their history, if not for her, Jason wouldn't have been in that parked car.

Cain knows that whoever killed his brother probably isn't a stranger at all.  But figuring out that person's identity is easier said than done--especially since the killer seems to be taunting them both: watch me.

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C.J. Carmichael celebrates the second release in her Three Good Men trilogy with fun contests and monthly prizes of autographed books. Check it out! 

Enter Melinda Curtis' monthly contest to win a copy of Believing in Ourselves, The Wisdom of Women  Visit her website for more details.  Contest ends August 31.

Brenda Novak: Brenda invites you to take a friend on a 7-day Eastern or Western Caribbean Cruise!  In 250 words or less, tell Brenda why your friend deserves to win this fabulous prize. A semi-finalist will be chosen each Friday from the entries received and that entry will be posted on Brenda's web site. After all the semi-finalists have been posted, you can help Brenda choose the over-all winner by placing your vote.  The person who nominates the "best" friend of the bunch will be joining that person on a 7-day Eastern or Western (winner's choice) Caribbean Cruise in an ocean-view cabin (on either Carnival or Royal Caribbean)! I n addition, each semi-finalist and his or her nominator will receive an autographed copy of Trust Me, the first book in the Last Stand series.  Semi-finalists' entries will be posted on Brenda's website every Friday beginning June 7th.  Please see Brenda's website for more information.  Grand prize winner will be announced August 30th.

Kay Stockham has a new Launch Party Scavenger Hunt posted on her website. Grab your copy of His Son's Teacher, RT's Top Pick, July 2008, for your chance to win!  Contest ends Aug 30.