Prim and proper socialite-turned-journalist Holly Harding is looking for her first big scoop. And what better topic than the infamous cattle king Brett Wyndham? But when Holly meets Brett she notices something inherently dangerous about the enigmatic billionaire, and she quickly finds her professional no-nonsense attitude slipping! When their plane crashes in the middle of the Outback she is forced to rely on Brett for protection. How long can inexperienced Holly deny their sizzling attraction...?

Disturbed, angry, and at oddsThat just about summed up her reaction to Rick Emerson, Evonne thought bitterly. Ever since she'd first laid eyes on him. When she agreed to do her employer a favor, she'd expected to be helping a young, untried writer to organize and type his book. This sophisticated, attractive, dangerous specimen was not part of her calculations. Rick was just about the most aggravating man she'd ever met - and he had absolutely no right to pry into her past !

Could she stir passion where once she stirred pity?For the intensely shy Clarry Kingston, life would have been unbearable without her very special friend, Robert Randall. In every crisis he had been there to run to.Even when they married, it seemed only natural, because be doing so Robert saved Mirrabill -- the Australian homestead Clarry's family had been in danger of losing.But now it was time to grow up. Her husband needed more than a little girl to protect -- he needed a real wife.

"Why did you marry me?" Cathy's voice was accusing. "You shut me out of every part of your life except your bed and your home. You don't share any of your dreams with me." When she married glamorous film director Tom West, Cathy had been very young, but very much in love with him. Now, two years later, Tom's casual affection was no longer enough. She wanted the whole man--to share his triumphs and his failures. Cathy was determined to fight for her happiness, although she stood to lose everything--especially with Tom's old love, Bronwen, waiting in the wings. But this time, at least, the director's wife would control the final scene....

Once is a mistake, twice is a habit!Housekeeper's daughter Mia Gardiner knew her feelings for multimillionaire Carlos O'Connor were foolish. Until the day she caught the ruthless playboy's eye. Now Mia is older and wiser, but she has never forgotten the feel of his touch. Then, like a whirlwind, Carlos returns....The girl he once knew is now a poised and sophisticated woman. Carlos is determined to rekindle their passionate past, but Mia's reluctance fires his blood. Refusing to be denied, he has one last trick up his sleeve: he'll save her ailing business in exchange for endless nights in his bed!

Sidone Was A Novice When It Came To Matters Of The Heart.Perhaps it was inevitable that when she met Mike Brennan she was immediately bowled over by his irresistible charm. Mike soon made it clear though that he wasn't interested in romance, so what made tomboy Sidonie sure she was the one woman for him? Then the time came for Sidonie to leave, but Mike refused to let her go! Did that mean he actually felt something for her? Or was Sidonie always destined to be "an unsuitable wife" for Mike?

NANNY WANTEDOutback Cattle Station—Father and Daughter in Need of LoveHow could Chessie prove to Raefe Stevenson that she wasn't spoiled? The handsome Outback cattle rancher needed a nanny for her small daughter, Jess, and suddenly Chessie saw her chance….It was a daring thing to do, but Jess soon accepted Chessie as her new nanny, and Raefe had no choice but to keep Chessie on. In fact, she fitted so perfectly that Raefe suggested he become his wife!

Aurora poured her most intimate secrets into her diaries, so she was horrified that, by accident, Luke Kirwan now had them! He'd only return them on condition that Aurora agreed to date him....Soon Aurora realized that Luke's teasing blackmail was thrilling both of them. What if she played Luke at his own game—if he wanted to keep her, he'd have to bind her to him with wedding vows?

"We made a bargain," Adam reminded her. Roz Milroy knew that Adam Milroy had married her without loving her. He needed a poised and beautiful hostess--but her need was even greater. A fire had killed her beloved grandfather and destroyed her home, leaving her alone and vulnerable. s an adolescent she had woven fantasies about Adam, never expecting her dreams would come true, but she dared not let him know her feelings. is first disastrous marriage had left him cynical about women, and the role she was expected to play did not include loving him.

The heiress bride and her rough, tough husband...Angus Keir, a self-made millionaire, considers Domenica to be a social butterfly. Her privileged background is in direct contrast to his own. But their fortunes are reversed when he saves her family from bankruptcy. And this tough Australian makes it clear that Domenica is in his debt!Keir seems determined to keep Domenica at his side, and gradually he discovers the passion behind her cool, sophisticated exterior. But they're worlds apart -- surely marriage between them is out of the question?

A mousy music teacher, Maisie's hardly a seductive siren. But her lack of worldliness turns her life upside down, and, abandoned and alone, she knows she has to confront the man who deceived her… Rafael Sanderson is rich, successful and a master of marriage avoidance. He's never seen Maisie before, but she seems to think she knows him. And even though it's his rule never to get involved, this time he's compelled to make this waif his wife!

Chattie Winslow has travelled to the Outback to sort out a family drama. She wasn't expecting to encounter rough, handsome Steve Kinane, but as the wealthy cattle station owner needs a temporary housekeeper Chattie is perfect for the job. Chattie and Steve try hard to ignore the intense sexual chemistry igniting between them. When Steve discovers the real reason for Chattie's presence at Mount Helena, he has a proposal to make: a marriage of convenience. What has Chattie got to lose? She can't imagine life without Mount Helena or Steve - in fact, if she's honest with herself, she's fallen in love with both of them.

Marriage in jeopardyNicola was married to Brett Harcourt—but only just! She had some strong competition—his first wife wanted a reconciliation, and his new female colleague had designs on him, too.Nicola had the law on her side, but did she have Brett's love? He'd married her out of convenience—he'd never even taken her to bed! In view of the competition, it seemed Nicola didn't have a look-in. But she loved Brett, their home and his children, and the time had come to show everyone—including Brett—exactly whose husband he really was!

"Mr. Irresistible…!" Steve Warwick makes it clear to Davina from theirfirst meeting that he wants her in his bed! Davina has other ideas… Thelast thing she needs right now is a tough, masterful man who thinks he canorganize her life for her… But Steve has never met a woman yet who isimmune to his charm, and he's decided that Davina will be no exception. Sowhen Steve gets that determined glint in his glittering hazel eyes, Davinaknows she's in for trouble!

Nick Hunter had proposed to Skye Belmont believing her to be an independent career woman. When Skye admitted, three weeks before the wedding, that she longed for children, Nick was shocked! Faced with his reaction, Skye decided to call it off and walk away.But their relationship had been intensely passionate, and Nick was determined to get her back. There was only one thing for it--he had to convince Skye to give their love a second chance!

Society bride for the taking! The arrogant Theron dynasty have always looked down their noses at Reith Richardson - but now he's the one they need...He might have been raised on a rundown cattle station, but he's worked himself up to the top - the hard way. And if they want his wealth to save their empire they're going to have to pay. The price - Kimberley Theron, their daughter! Kim is no pampered princess - whatever Reith thinks. A diamond might have been forced onto her left hand, but the role of meek, obedient trophy wife isn't one she's prepared to play . . . .

Never, ever, date the boss Mining millionaire Damien Wyatt lives by one rule: never more than one night. But when Harriet Livingstone appears across an interview table--the same woman who totaled his sports car!--he's tempted by her stunning beauty. So he steals a kiss and she wipes the smile from his face with a well-delivered slap! Harriet Livingstone wouldn't take the job if she weren't desperate--the last thing she wants is to get involved with the attractive yet arrogant Damien! But keeping their relationship out of the bedroom is becoming a battle...one neither of them really wants to win.

The sexual tension between Ellie and wealthy Australian Brett Spencer is overwhelming, but Ellie is dismayed when he proposes a marriage of convenience. How can she marry a man she is so sure could never love her?At first Ellie refuses to put her heart, and that of her son, on the line. But she doesn't know how long she can resist Brett....

She would never be immune to himJust when she thought she'd recovered from an adolescent crush on the handsome journalist Heath Townsend, Sasha found herself under his spell again.He was one of the most eligible bachelors in Australia, and that was all the more reason she should heed his warning, "I'm the kind of man who perhaps won't ever be ready to be tied down to one woman."Then the unexpected happened, and Heath needed Sasha. But he didn't need, or want, the one thing she was longing to give most -- her love!