Bioethicist Jessica Croft, estranged daughter of a federal judge, has avoided the players, power, and passions of Washington, DC. But when her sister’s suspicious death is classified as natural, Jessie resolves to expose the murderer. Pursuing elite suspects on both sides of the stem-cell-research debate leads her to security consultant Michael Gillette, who knows more about her sister than he’ll admit. Michael has a vested interest in Jessie’s plight. Her sister died on his watch—while he wasn’t watching. His plan to find her murderer becomes complicated when Jessie’s father hires him to protect Jessie, and his interest turns from professional…to romantic. Jessie and Michael must unravel a mystery rife with political agendas and deceit. When confidential papers reveal a fertility scandal surrounding the enigmatic Girl Three, the two realize the danger of exposing the truth. Who is Girl Three? And will the murderer...

Award-winning author Tracy March follows up Should’ve Said No (“Wonderfully quirky . . . a pleasure to read!”—Laura Drewry) with this enchanting novel set in Thistle Bend, Colorado, a magical place where old wrongs are righted, and adventure leads to true love. Real estate lawyer Holly Birdsong’s hike in the Rockies takes an unexpected turn when a smokin’-hot stranger tumbles off his bike and into her path. Turns out he’s purchasing the abandoned Lodge at Wild Rose Ridge, and Holly agrees to take him on as a client—despite her family’s traumatic history with the previous owner, who shamelessly abused the town’s goodwill at every turn. But when their professional relationship turns personal, Holly must reconcile the past with her hopes for the future. Adding the rustic lodge to his portfolio of adventure properties isn’t just a business decision for Bryce Bennett. The rugged mountains also offer a killer setting for his extreme-sports camps for at-risk teens. What’s not in the blueprints is finding a kindred spirit in his irresistible lawyer, even if she seems apprehensive about getting involved in the deal. Bryce’s plan to ease her mind just might work, as long as no one discovers his secret. Yet he can’t stand hiding the truth from the woman who makes him want to build something permanent: a happily ever after. *Advance praise for Just Say Maybe   “A heartwarming story about second chances and two people learning to trust in love again!”—USA Today *bestselling author Alexis Morgan “Funny and heartfelt, Just Say Maybe is beautifully sweet, touching, and flirty, with a loveable cast of characters and a setting that’ll make you wish you lived in Thistle Bend too!”—USA Today bestselling author Laura Drewry “Just Say Maybe has it all. This story is filled with small-town charm and an engaging hero and heroine who might just be perfect for each other if they can overcome the wrongs of the past. Plus, there’s a mystery to solve that’s almost as exciting as watching Bryce and Holly fall for each other.”—Laura Moore, author of *Once Touched* Praise for Tracy March’s Should’ve Said No   “A wonderful story of family, honor, trust, and generations of unexpected secrets . . . Escape to the quaint mountain town of Thistle Bend, Colorado, where there’s serious sizzle between a local boy and the new gal in town.”—USA Today *bestselling author Nancy Naigle “Should’ve Said No* is a sweet modern-day Hatfield-and-McCoy story filled with tenderness, passion, and a good dose of sass. Tracy March’s town of Thistle Bend, and every one of its wonderfully quirky characters, made this charming story a pleasure to read!”—USA Today bestselling author Laura Drewry “A small-town gem of a read, sparkling with humor, warmth, and an old-fashioned family feud.”—Zoe Dawson, author of *Leaving Yesterday *Includes a special message from the editor, as well as an excerpt from another Loveswept title. **Review *Advance praise for Just Say Maybe   *“A heartwarming story about second chances and two people learning to trust in love again!”*—USA Today *bestselling author Alexis Morgan “Funny and heartfelt, Just Say Maybe is beautifully sweet, touching, and flirty, with a loveable cast of characters and a setting that’ll make you wish you lived in Thistle Bend too!”*—USA Today* bestselling author Laura Drewry “Just Say Maybe has it all. This story is filled with small-town charm and an engaging hero and heroine who might just be perfect for each other if they can overcome the wrongs of the past. Plus, there’s a mystery to solve that’s almost as exciting as watching Bryce and Holly fall for each other.”*—Laura Moore, author of Once Touched* Praise for Tracy March’s Should’ve Said No   “A wonderful story of family, honor, trust, and generations of unexpected secrets . . . Escape to the quaint mountain town of Thistle Bend, Colorado, where there’s serious sizzle between a local boy and the new gal in town.”—USA Today *bestselling author Nancy Naigle “Should’ve Said No is a sweet modern-day Hatfield-and-McCoy story filled with tenderness, passion, and a good dose of sass. Tracy March’s town of Thistle Bend, and every one of its wonderfully quirky characters, made this charming story a pleasure to read!”—USA Today bestselling author Laura Drewry “A small-town gem of a read, sparkling with humor, warmth, and an old-fashioned family feud.”—Zoe Dawson, author of *Leaving Yesterday From the Author NOTE TO READERS Just Say Maybe can be read as a standalone novel, and can also be enjoyed as part of my Thistle Bend series. Want to read more from Tracy? The Suddenly Smitten Series ~ Sweet Contemporary Romance The Practice Proposal  Tempted in the Tropics  The Marriage Match The Thistle Bend Series ~ Contemporary Romance  Get your FREE preview story, Ask Me Again, at TracyMarch.com! Should've Said No Just Say Maybe Could've Said Yes A Shot of Red ~ Sexy Romantic Suspense  Happy reading! Connect with Tracy: Website: TracyMarch.com Facebook: facebook.com/AuthorTracyMarch/ Twitter: twitter.com/Tracy_March

Welcome to Thistle Bend! Perfect for fans of Susan Mallery, this charming series debut introduces a small town where old secrets are revealed--and wounded hearts are opened to new love. A year after being laid off from the Smithsonian, Lindsey Simms says yes to a job offer as curator of a heritage museum in Thistle Bend, Colorado (population 1,519). It could be worse--and it is. Because the new museum has escalated a dispute between the Karlssons, Lindsey's relatives, and the Crenshaws, a blood feud which goes way back to a land deal that changed the fortunes of both families. Trying to stay objective, Lindsey can't tell anyone about her conflict of interest--especially not the ruggedly handsome handyman fixing up her cabin, who seems to be keeping secrets of his own. Although he's the executive director of the family trust and one of Colorado's most eligible bachelors, Carden Crenshaw prefers getting his hands dirty in town and on his sprawling ranch....