Glacier Creek Series by Karen Foley

Cole Tanner doesn’t do Christmas. Abandoned as a child on Christmas Eve, he has no use for the holiday season. When his best friend’s widow arrives in Glacier Creek, Montana, determined to give her small daughter the fairy-tale Christmas she’s dreaming of, Cole is prepared to dislike her. He isn’t prepared for Joy and her daughter to insinuate their way into his life—and his heart. But when tragedy strikes, he needs a Christmas miracle to fulfill the one wish he never knew he wanted... moreCole Tanner doesn’t do Christmas. Abandoned as a child on Christmas Eve, he has no use for the holiday season. When his best friend’s widow arrives in Glacier Creek, Montana, determined to give her small daughter the fairy-tale Christmas she’s dreaming of, Cole is prepared to dislike her. He isn’t prepared for Joy and her daughter to insinuate their way into his life—and his heart. But when tragedy strikes, he needs a Christmas miracle to fulfill the one wish he never knew he wanted. Joy Holliday believes in miracles. She sees hummingbirds everywhere, and believes they are tiny messengers from Heaven. Despite losing her husband four years ago, she is determined not to dwell on the past, but to look to the future. Her entire world revolves around taking care of her daughter, Piper, and ensuring she has a magical Christmas. In Glacier Creek she finds Cole, a man still smarting from the wounds of his past, determined to keep happiness at arms’ length. Can she save Christmas and show him the promise of a future with her? less

He wants nothing more than to go back, until she walks in…Combat-hardened Marine Jamie Colter is home in Glacier Creek pushing his limits to return to his unit after a mortar attack left him wounded. Despite his protests, his mom has hired a family friend to help him out. But the last person he expected to see was his teenage crush, more beautiful than ever. Suddenly Jamie has more to focus on than his wounds. He has two weeks to show Rachel that despite their past, he’s her perfect man... moreHe wants nothing more than to go back, until she walks in…Combat-hardened Marine Jamie Colter is home in Glacier Creek pushing his limits to return to his unit after a mortar attack left him wounded. Despite his protests, his mom has hired a family friend to help him out. But the last person he expected to see was his teenage crush, more beautiful than ever. Suddenly Jamie has more to focus on than his wounds. He has two weeks to show Rachel that despite their past, he’s her perfect man.Following her recent divorce, Rachel McCafferty heads to her hometown of Glacier Creek, Montana, to house sit for her parents, help out a neighbor’s son and reboot her life. She’s shocked to realize the “patient” is her younger brother’s best friend. He’s most definitely not the skinny teen she remembered. She’s amazed by Jamie’s brash confidence, sense of fun and good looks, and when he makes it clear he’s hers for the taking, she finds herself rethinking all her rules about younger guys. First published as A Hot Montana Summer less

He loves to take risks, except when it comes to love.Volunteer firefighter Dylan McCafferty enjoys anything that gets his adrenaline pumping. He has too many adventures left on his bucket-list to consider settling down. But when Hayden Temple rolls into town, bringing her two young nephews and a whole lot of trouble, he finds himself falling fast and once again embracing risk—this time with his heart.Hayden Temple knows she’ll never outrun her past... moreHe loves to take risks, except when it comes to love.Volunteer firefighter Dylan McCafferty enjoys anything that gets his adrenaline pumping. He has too many adventures left on his bucket-list to consider settling down. But when Hayden Temple rolls into town, bringing her two young nephews and a whole lot of trouble, he finds himself falling fast and once again embracing risk—this time with his heart.Hayden Temple knows she’ll never outrun her past. Longing for a home and a new life, she believes she’s finally found peace in the small town of Glacier Creek—and the sexy, thrill-seeking Dylan is a man who can keep even her ghosts at bay. But after her nephews inadvertently start a wildfire that threatens the town, she’s determined to protect them, no matter the cost.When Hayden’s past finally catches up with her, can Dylan convince her to trust him or will their chance of a future go up in flames?First published as The Firefighter’s Slow Burn less

He’s determined to uncover all her secrets, at any cost.India Gale had it all—a coveted job, a fancy Manhattan apartment, and a privileged life. But a tragic accident took almost everything. Consumed with guilt and hounded by the media, she retreats to Glacier Creek, Montana, to rebuild. She plans to keep to herself, until a stranger arrives in town—a ruggedly handsome newcomer who makes her knees tremble and resolutions to remain alone crumble... moreHe’s determined to uncover all her secrets, at any cost.India Gale had it all—a coveted job, a fancy Manhattan apartment, and a privileged life. But a tragic accident took almost everything. Consumed with guilt and hounded by the media, she retreats to Glacier Creek, Montana, to rebuild. She plans to keep to herself, until a stranger arrives in town—a ruggedly handsome newcomer who makes her knees tremble and resolutions to remain alone crumble.Former Special Ops soldier Lucas Talbot spent his childhood summers in Glacier Creek. He has one more mission to complete to finally bring his mother, and himself, peace—discover why his stepfather was with India the night he died, and why she received a fifty million dollar settlement afterward. He isn’t prepared to find a sweet, vulnerable woman who brings out his protective instincts and makes him long to claim her for his own.But when India discovers the truth, will it destroy her newfound happiness and Lucas’ chance for love? First published as A Soldier’s Homecoming less