Download or read book Lucky Dog written by John S. Friedman and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2005-10 with total page 964 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Collects essays on controversial topics of twentieth-century American history, including wars, organized crime, and abuses of political power.

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Download or read book Long Tall Texans Brannon John written by Diana Palmer and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2022-08-30 with total page 375 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy two classic Lone Star romances from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer! Brannon A high-profile murder case pits Texas Ranger Marc Brannon against investigator Josette Langley. Years ago, Josette was in love with the rugged lawman, but the two parted when she made a shocking accusation. Now Josette is being targeted by a corrupt political figure who will stop at nothing to bury the truth. Can Marc and Josette come together and see justice served—or will they both be caught in the cross fire? John John Jacobs wants to expand his Texas ranch, but he needs the help of the local railroad baron. Unable to sway his prospective partner with his business proposal, John offers a proposal of another kind—a marriage of convenience to Camilla Colby, the tycoon’s daughter. But Camilla wants more than a bond in name only with this Long, Tall Texan!

Download or read book The European Texans written by Allan O. Kownslar and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the experiences of European immigrants in Texas, and examines their social and cultural contributions to the Lone Star State. Includes illustrations, biographical sketches, recipes, and excerpts from personal letters.

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Download or read book Long Tall Texans Collection Volume 9 written by Diana Palmer and published by HQN Books. This book was released on 2019-06-10 with total page 1459 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer returns to Jacobsville with six fan-favorite Long, Tall Texan stories Long, Tall Texans: Cord (originally published in 2002 as Desperado) After barely surviving an attempt on his life, ruthless mercenary Cord Romero resolves to neutralize his foe. In order to get closer to his target, Cord joins forces with childhood friend Maggie Barton. But passion must take a backseat to protection, as a tragic secret from her past sets her up as a pawn for his lethal enemy. Long, Tall Texans: Harley (originally published in 2009 as The Maverick) Cool, composed rancher Harley Fowler finds his world turned upside down when a beautiful whirlwind bumps into him. Investigator Alice Jones has come to Jacobsville, Texas, to solve a deadly mystery, and Harley finds himself square in the middle of her case. But which will win out—true love or a dangerous threat? Long, Tall Texans: Stanton (originally published in 2015 as Untamed) Steely mercenary Stanton Rourke lives life on the edge. As his childhood friend Clarisse Carrington struggles to keep her distance, sparks as hot as a Texas summer fly between them. But when her life is threatened, Clarisse must turn to Rourke, the one man who’s most dangerous to her heart. Long, Tall Texans: Garon (originally published in 2007 as Lawman) In order to mend broken family ties, FBI agent Garon Grier decides to settle on a ranch in Jacobsville. But this Texas town isn’t all peace and quiet, as Grace Carver knows all too well. These unlikely allies are brought together when the desperate lawman must track an escaped predator—and Garon and Grace have one chance to put the past to rest…. Long, Tall Texans: Judd (originally published in 2004 as Lawless) Several years ago, Texas Ranger Judd Dunn upended Christabel Gaines’s life by jailing her criminal father—and marrying her! Now, just when Judd is about to set Chrissy free, a bloodthirsty foe targets his innocent wife. And Chrissy has grown into a smart, fearless woman with unfulfilled desires. She will do anything in the name of love, including putting her life in mortal danger for her husband. Long, Tall Texans: Jared (originally published in 2008 as Iron Cowboy) Rancher Jared Cameron is a mystery to everyone in Jacobsville…and he likes it that way. Only sweet Sara Dobbs dares to intrude on the loner, who’s charmed by her audaciousness. But their burgeoning relationship soon thrusts Sara into Jared’s hidden world of intrigue, and the iron cowboy must steel himself to fight for both of their lives.

Download or read book Long Tall Texans Leo Jordan written by Diana Palmer and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2022-09-27 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enjoy two classic Lone Star romances from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer! Leo Everyone in Jacobsville can see that Janie Brewster is madly in love with rancher Leo Hart—everyone except Leo, that is. Janie is determined to dazzle her cowboy crush with her newly acquired ranching skills. At first, her attempts only end up annoying him further. But then Leo begins to see that this pretty debutante is more than she seems. Is the one remaining Hart bachelor ready to settle down at last? Jordan Strong, charming and set in his ways, Jordan Powell clashes with his beautiful neighbor Libby Collins. When the two must join forces to help Libby hold on to her beloved homestead, enemies become uneasy allies, and soon Jordan’s aversion turns to attraction. But Jordan has met his match with independent Libby. She just might accomplish what no woman has before—and lasso Jordan’s heart forever.

Download or read book Long Tall Texans Collection Volume 7 written by Diana Palmer and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2018-10-15 with total page 796 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revisit four fan-favorite Long, Tall Texan tales from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer Long, Tall Texans: Matt (originally published as Matt Caldwell: Texas Tycoon in 2000) Rugged tycoon Matt Caldwell has no intention of ever trusting a woman again—that is, until his new assistant walks through his door. On the run from her past, Leslie Murray struggles to keep herself out of aloof Matt’s strong arms. Could this innocent beauty make Matt’s protective walls crumble? The Texas Ranger (originally published in 2001) While working a high-profile murder case, Texas Ranger Marc Brannon comes face-to-face with the woman he has never forgotten. Investigator Josette Langley is determined to do her job, even if it means going against the man she still loves. But when Josette crosses evildoers, she and Marc are thrown together in a deadly game of intrigue. Long, Tall Texans: Rey (originally published as A Man of Means in 2002 by Silhouette Desire) From the moment cattleman Rey Hart first sets eyes on Meredith Johns, he is mesmerized. He asks the lovely young woman to become the cook on his ranch, but convincing her to take the job is a cinch compared to breaking the enchanting spell she casts over this long, tall Texan’s heart. Long, Tall Texans: Curtis (originally published as Garden Cop in 2002 in WITH A SOUTHERN TOUCH anthology) Hunting down a missing informant, FBI Agent Curtis Russell is determined to accomplish his mission at any cost. So when he butts heads with his mother’s beautiful neighbor, deputy D.A. Mary Ryan, he must resist her beauty. But can Agent Russell protect his partner-in-fighting crime when danger looms?

Download or read book Long Tall Texans Collection Volume 8 written by Diana Palmer and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2018-12-17 with total page 856 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revisit four classic tales of Long, Tall Texan love from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer Long, Tall Texans: Leo (originally published as Lionhearted) For as long as he can remember, Janie Brewster has adored handsome Leo Hart. With her latest transformation—into a courageous cowgirl—Janie dazzles her cowboy crush. This time, there’s hot-blooded hunger gleaming in Leo’s eyes when he gazes at Janie. Is the last Hart bachelor on the verge of taking a bride at long last? Long, Tall Texans: Jordan (originally published as Cattleman’s Pride) Strong, seductive and set in his ways, Jordan Powell clashes with his innocent, beautiful, neighbor Libby Collins. When Jordan makes it his personal crusade to help Libby hold on to her beloved homestead, it’s just a matter of time before sparks fly. But a cattleman’s pride is a force to be reckoned with. Long, Tall Texans: Cash (originally published as Renegade) A true renegade, Jacobsville police chief Cash Grier has learned never to take anything at face value—especially not his sworn enemy, Tippy Moore. The hard-edged Texan finds himself powerless to resist their explosive chemistry, a betrayal leads to despair—and unexpected danger…. Long, Tall Texans: Gabriel (previously published as Texas Born) Gabriel Brandon has been her hero ever since she was a girl and he rescued her, an orphan, from sure ruin. And Michelle Godrey has loved him forever, the mysterious rancher with the dark eyes, her protector and guardian angel. Now she’s blossomed into a woman. But can Michelle ever cast aside the shadows that linger between them? Can she show Gabriel that their Lone Star love is true?

Download or read book Texas Land Ethics written by Pete A. Y. Gunter and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The authors offer a new vision for living on the land, a "land ethic" that respects the stability, integrity, and beauty of the "land community."