by Debby Giusti (2008)
How did five people from a small Georgia town contract a rare, deadly disease? Medical researcher Allison Stewart has to work against the clock to find out. Yet before she can ask one question, someone tries to kill her. A handsome recluse who is shrouded in suspicion saves her. Many believe Luke Garrison is guilty of a decade-old murder--a murder with ties to Allison's case. Allison dares to work closely with Luke. But is she setting herself up to become victim number six?
Meredith Webber
"Ex-army doctor Fraser Cameron has found an unconventional way to chase off his demons - surfing! So a new job in the beachside town of Crystal Cove is perfect. Even if his way-too-serious new boss, Dr Jo Harris, doesn't seem to appreciate his passion - or his long, surfer-style hair. But maybe Cam's just the man to remind Jo how to have a good time ..."--Back cover.
Molly Evans
Rebel without a home! Being a travelling nurse suits Rebel Taylor just fine, no ties, no relationships, no dating! With the Huntingdon's gene in her family, what can she possibly offer a guy anyway? But Duncan McFee, Albuquerque's hottest and most single doc, disagrees. He's determined to tempt this stunning, wonderful woman, and when he does her story is enough to make him risk his own heart. He can give her all the love and family she could want. All he needs to do is persuade Rebel!
Kate Hardy
Ever since Joel Mortimer lost his wife, he's thrown himself into his work and been a dedicated single father to his daughter Beth. Joel wrongly blames himself for the loss of Beth's mother and their unborn child. He has vowed never to have more children, or to put his little girl through any more trauma - until he meets his new colleague, SHO Lisa Richardson. Lisa isn't looking for commitment either, but she can't resist Joel. One night they give into temptation. Then Lisa discovers she's pregnant.
Lacy Williams
"After an accident leaves her injured, Daisy Richards stays secluded at her family's ranch to avoid the town's gawking stares. Yet handsome cowboy newcomer Ricky White insists she do anything she dreams--ride a horse, decorate a Christmas tree... even steal a man's heart. Once a reckless cad, Ricky is to blame for what happened to Daisy. Now reformed, he wants to make amends by setting things right for his boss's beautiful daughter in time for the holidays. But Daisy doesn't know Ricky's responsible for her predicament. When the truth is revealed, will he lose the greatest gift he's ever received--her trust?"--Back cover.