Raina's Showcase Books
Authors H - M
Harbison, Elizabeth -- WIFE WITHOUT A PAST (Harlequin Temptation)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Traditional Romance
Hinze, Vicki -- SHADES OF GRAY (St. Martins Press)
Romantic Times says ... 4 1/2 stars! ...With her impressively realistic portrayal of the jeopardy faced by Special Ops members, dynamic author Vicki Hinze guarantees her readers an edge-of-their-seat thrill ride. You want intrigue, danger and romance? Ms. Hinze can supply them!
Hunt, Angela Elwell -- BROTHERS (Bethany House)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Inspirational Romance
Kantra, Virgina -- THE REFORMING OF MATTHEW DUNN (Silhouette Intimate Moments Nov. '98)
Romantic Times says ... 4 stars! "Impressive newcomer Virginia Kantra makes a smashing debut...superb romantic tension."
Winner-- '98 Golden Heart for Best Romantic Suspense.
Kinsale, Laura -- MY SWEET FOLLY (Berkley)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Long Historical Romance
Law, Susan Kay -- HEAVEN IN WEST TEXAS (Harper Monogram)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Paranormal Romance
Leabo, Karen -- FRAMED (Silhouette Intimate Moments)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Romantic Suspense/Gothic romance
Leabo, Karen -- WITCHY WOMAN (Loveswept, July '98)
Romantic Times says... 4 stars! ... a heady mixture of adventure, danger and the unknown... Winner--Romantic Times' W.I.S.H. Award!
Leclaire, Day -- HER SECRET SANTA (Mills & Boon Romance)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Traditional Romance.
Leclaire, Day -- THE SECRET BABY (Mills & Boon Romance)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Traditional Romance.
Lee, Rachel -- COWBOY COMES HOME (Silhouette Intimate Moments, July '98)
The Romance Reader says...4 Stars! "...not a light or fun read but a very compelling one that will stay with you for a long, long time."
Lee, Rachel -- NIGHTHAWK (Silhouette Intimate Moments)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Traditional Romance
Leigh, Jo -- DADDY 101 (Harlequin American #736)
The Romance Reader says...5 Stars! "...plenty of sexual tension between the two main characters. Their relationship unfold naturally as a result of Jo Leigh's pacing, crisp dialogue and humor."
Lovelace, Merline -- CALL OF DUTY (Onyx)
The Romance Reader says...4 Hearts!
"...smart, fast-paced, and fun. Readers will find lots of action and suspense in the storyline.
Lovelace, Merline -- THE 14TH AND FOREVER (Silhouette Intimate Moments)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Long Contemporary Series Romance
Lovelace, Merline -- RETURN TO SENDER (Silhouette Intimate Moments, July '98)
Romantic Times says... 4 Stars! ... spunky heroine, a sexy hero and just the right amount of searing passion in this spine-tingling tale.
Lykins, Jenny -- LOST YESTERDAY (Berkley Jove, Time Passages)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Paranormal Romance
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best First Book
Lynn, Raina -- A MARRIAGE TO FIGHT FOR (Silhouette Intimate Moments #804
Read Excerpt. #9 Waldenbooks Best Seller list for category romance July 1997. 4 1/2 star recommended read from Romantic Times. 4 Heart recommended read from The Romance Reader. Co-winner 1998 Holt Medallion Award for best long contemporary romance. Nominated best first book from Romantic times and Holt Medallion.
Lynn, Raina -- PARTNERS IN PARENTHOOD (Silhouette Intimate Moments #869
Read Excerpt. #3 on Waldenbooks bestseller list for category romance June 6, 1998. 4 1/2 Star recommended read and Top Pick from Romantic Times. 4 Heart recommended read from The Romance Reader.
MacAllister, Heather -- BRIDE OVERBOARD (Harlequin Temptation)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Short Contemporary Romance
Manees, Raynetta -- FOLLOW YOUR HEART (Arabesque)
The Romance Reader says...5 Hearts!
"The main characters are fresh and human...Tameka is a no nonsense heroine who displays a person and professional maturity that belies her 23 years.... FOLLOW YOUR HEART is one of the seasons most pleasant surprises...."
Marton, Sandra -- UNTIL YOU (Kensington Pinnacle)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Romantic Suspense/Gothic Romance
McAllister, Anne -- FINN'S TWINS! (Harlequin Presents)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Short Contemporary romance
McKade, Maureen -- WINTER HEARTS (Avon)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best First Book
McKnight, Jenna -- PRINCESS IN DENIM (Harlequin American)
Romantic Times says...4 stars!..."Jenna McKnight spins a tale with humor, romance and adventure in perfect blend."
McKnight, Jenna -- THE WEDDING KNIGHT (Harlequin Love & Laughter)
Romantic Times says ... 4 stars! ... "Jenna McKnight does a masterful job."
McLean, Monica -- CINDERELLA BRIDE (Silhouette Intimate Moments #852)
The Romance Reader says...4 Hearts! ...she will quickly vault to the top to join our other favorite authors.
Carter King is a self-made man. He wants a family to come home at night. With the same detached precision he handles everything else in his life, he goes about finding a wife . Marley Alcott doesn't want to be an acquisition, but she needs the money for her daycare center which helps impoverished, at risk kids.
McLinn, Patricia -- WIDOW WOMAN (Harlequin Historicals)
The Romance Reader says...4 Stars! "If you like books with smart, determined heroines who also have a good dash of common sense and enigmatic, loner heroes with hearts ready to give, this book is taylor-made for you."
McMahon, Barbara -- ANGEL BRIDE (Harlequin Romance, April '98)
Winner of '97 Holt Medallion Award.
McMinn, Suzanne -- UNDENIABLE (Bantam Loveswept #897)
The Romance Reader says...4 Stars! "Suzanne McMinn offers us the reassurance that category romance CAN feature two 'regular' people and be captivating and sexy. For readers who are bored with the ubiquitous ranchers, babies, and women running from killers, Undeniable is a breath of fresh air. Breathe deep and enjoy it. And let's hope there's lots of ink left in her talented pen."
McSparren, Carolyn -- THE ONLY CHILD (Harlequin Superromance)
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best First Book
Michels, Christine -- BEYOND BETRAYAL (Leisure Love Spell)
Moreland, Peggy -- THE RANCHER'S SPITTIN' IMAGE (Silhouette Desire, July '98)
Moreland, Peggy -- THE RESTLESS VIRGIN (Silhouette Desire, August ‘98)
Moreland, Peggy -- RUGRATS AND RAWHIDE (Silhouette Special Edition, Feb. ‘97)
Moreland, Peggy -– A SPARKLE IN THE COWBOY'S EYES (Silhouette Desire, Sept. ‘98)
Muir, Rae -- ALL BUT THE QUEEN OF HEARTS (Harlequin Historicals)
Murphy, Christine--FOR THE EMPEROR (Hard Shell Word Factory,
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Bell, Book & Candle says...5 Bells!... "What a GREAT STORY! A new twist on the old Samson and Delilah tale only this has an old west setting. Fast-paced, great plot, and intrigue keeps you turning page after page. Samson takes on the life of a dying
man named Matt Chambers and becomes the lawman in a small town. Delilah is posing as a widow, the only thing she does well is ... gamble.
Romantic Times Says...4 Stars! "... Mrs. Moreland begins a new trilogy with this firecracker of a love story.
Bell, Book and Candle...4 1/2 Bells! "Ms. Moreland is just wonderful in this first of a series of three. Peggy knows cowboys! You'll love this one! Splendid!"
Finalist – Golden Quill, Best Short Contemporary
Bell Book and Candle...5 Bells! "This book has a hero to die for, he is the most caring person, the best. If this was any better you wouldn't be able to handle it! Ms. Moreland will have you begging for more on this series. Fantastic!
Second Place – Texas Gold for Best Long Contemporary/Single Title. Finalist – Golden Quill, Best Long Contemporary.
Bell Book and Candle says...5 Bells! "Ms. Moreland just concludes this set of three with what should be a standing ovation, they are the best."
Finalist--'98 RITA for Best Short Historical Romance
Affaire de Coeur says...4-1/2 stars!..."star-crossed lovers come alive under the deft pen of Christine W. Murphy....Readers will not be able to put down this book until the last page is turned."
