More recent books from Cathie Linz:

LONE STAR MARINE February 2006
Silhouette Romance
$4.25
ISBN 0-373-19805-1

Injured in battle, Captain Tom Kozlowski craved only peace and quiet. But with sexy spitfire Callie Murphy living next door, Tom's days were anything but peaceful. The kindergarten teacher couldn't accept the fact that he wasn't interested in making new friends...especially ones as deliciously tempting as Callie.

But Callie's gentle understanding gave Tom the courage to heal. Before long she had helped soothe his wounded warrior's pain...and had him rethinking the future his hardened heart hadn't believed possible...

"Spirited and funny....4 stars" Romantic Times


THE MARINE AND ME
November 2005
Silhouette Romance
$ 4.25
ISBN 0-373-19793-4

How on earth had an intrepid U.S. Marine just gotten maneuvered into dating the girl next door? Mark it down to a sense of duty but for Steve Kozlowski, meeting Chloe Johnson was like walking over a land mine. For beneath her frumpy exterior was a spirited, sexy woman who could definitely use a lot more excitement in her life. And this die-hard bachelor was just the man to provide it. At least he was until he discovered how much fun he was having with sweet, kissable Chloe. Had Steve's time-honored strategy for sidestepping a more lasting engagement just backfired?

"CATHIE LINZ delivers her customary chuckles in THE MARINE AND ME (4), but balances them nicely with strong emotion. Steve's a keeper!" Romantic Times


2004 Romantic Times Reviewer's Choice Award Winner for Best Silhouette Romance!!!

THE MARINE MEETS HIS MATCH
September 2004
Silhouette Romance, $4.25
ISBN 0-373-19736-5

RULES OF ENGAGEMENT

He'd faced enemy fire with more courage than his general's daughter's advances -- and U.S. Marine Captain Rad Kozlowski wasn't afraid to admit he was in real danger. The only way to evade her was to find a fake bride. And he knew just the beautiful blonde to play the part...

Experience had taught brainy bookseller Serena Anderson to steer clear of military men. But when Rad offered her a too-good-to-be-true deal in exchange for "marriage," Serena agreed to a little pretence. After all, since neither wanted to settle down, the only thing at risk was a few kisses--and then a few more...

"Linz's skill with characters, her deft humor and her fresh plotting make every page of this book delicious fun." Romantic Times Top Pick

"....simply delightful." Booklist

"Funny, upbeat, and heartwarming..." Library Journal

"Another winner from the pen of the gifted Cathie Linz...(who) manages to bring a great depth of emotion to her writing and you can't help falling in love with her characters. A must read!" In the Library Reviews

"...a delight to read..." Romance Reviews Today

"...a yummy hero and a heroine that we can all relate to." RomanceJunkies.com

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IN STORES NOW!

CINDERELLA'S SWEET-TALKING MARINE
July 2004
Silhouette Romance, $3.99
ISBN -0-373-19727-6

HOW HAD A PROMISE TO A FRIEND LANDED HIM AT THE ALTAR?

U.S. Marine Captain Ben Kozlowski wasn't quite sure, but he knew it had something to do with Ellie Jensen's soulful brown eyes and beautiful soft skin. Being near her had his pulse racing like a fresh recruit's. From the moment he had laid eyes on her and started inventing fairy tales for her adorable five-year-old daughter, Ben had felt his insides melt for this vulnerable little family.

They were his family now. And after accepting this dangerous domestic mission -- the riskiest he'd ever had--did Ben dare let his guard down and surrender. Or would Ellie and her daughter take his heart hostage for keeps?

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HER MILLIONAIRE MARINE
May 2004
Silhouette Romance, $3.99
0-373-19720-9

MARINES WEREN'T HER TYPE.....OR SO SHE KEPT TELLING HERSELF

In Kate Bradley's opinion, handsome daredevils didn't make good husbands. But that didn't stop her from fantasizing about Striker Kozlowski -- the Marine she'd secretly adored since she was seventeen. Now, she needed to make sure Striker fulfilled his grandfather's will -- while keeping her true feelings under wraps....

It wasn't Striker's idea to head back to Texas or to be cooped up in a boardroom with a gorgeous ice princess who had him feeling like a nervous recruit. He could accomplish the military's toughest missions, but could he take the biggest risk of all...on love?

"4 1/2 stars! A pleasure to read!" Romantic Times

"An irresistible tale of honor, duty and of love finding a way. Cathie Linz weaves a wonderful tale that incorporates Texas mentality meets Marine Corp, with the reader being the winner. HER MILLIONAIRE MARINE will go on my keeper shelf." Cataromance.com

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Earlier Titles...

SLEEPING BEAUTY & THE MARINE
January 2003
Silhouette Romance, $3.99
0-373-19637-7

IT WAS PAYBACK TIME FOR LEGENDARY LADY-KILLER U.S. MARINE CAPTAIN SAM WILDER...

And newly blond and buffed journalist Cassandra Jones was just the woman to deliver it!

True, she'd rather chew glass than get her story by spending weeks glued -- 24/7 -- to the chiseled, charming, American hero. After all, sexy Sam wouldn't waste a wink on the real brunette, bespectacled "Cassie," yet he played shining knight for whiplash blonde "Cassandra." Worse, the closer the dazzling Marine advanced -- the more Cassie learned of Sam's soul -- the less she wanted to retreat.

Did gentlemen truly prefer blondes? Or was there more to the story? Might this warrior be the one to slash away the thorns around Cassie's heart...and awaken her to love?

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Note to readers: Cover Error -- Yes, the art department did put my hero in the wrong uniform. Sam is a Captain in the United States Marine Corps (an officer), but the book cover, by his chevron, says he's a gunny--an enlisted man. I have no control over my book covers, but I did notifiy the powers that be regarding this error when the book was released and hopefully it will not occur again. Many thanks to all you Marines, former Marines, families of Marines, who've emailed me. Semper Fi!

MARRIED TO A MARINE
September 2002
Silhouette Romance, $3.99
ISBN 0-373-19616-4

Operation: Heal A Hero

Subject: Justice Wilder, a true American hero. Badly injured while saving a small child's life -- and possibly facing the end of his military career.

Mission: Track down this stubborn, combat-hardened Marine on the isolated island where he's shut himself away. Convince him to accept someone's help -- for the first time in his life.

Complication: Kelly Hart's skill as a physical therapist would heal his wounds. But what happens when he realizes she used to love him -- and she realizes she still does?

Mission Success: Uncertain. When a man and a woman share a tiny beach house -- and a whole lot of history -- anything can happen!

"Cathie Linz scores with Married to a Marine...4 stars!" Romantic Times

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A PRINCE AT LAST
June 2002
Silhouette Romance, $3.99
ISBN 0-373-19594-X

From the Desk of Luc Dumont
Head of Security
St. Michel June 2002 Day 60

The missing heir has been found! The dowager queen and the royal council are overjoyed -- I, however, feel there must be some mistake. Learning that I, a presumed commoner, am the new king of St. Michel has been nothing short of incredible. As always, lovely Juliet Beaudreau has stood by my side, patiently teaching me how to act royal. But I'm having trouble concentrating on protocol when what I want most is to sweep my relentless teacher up in my arms and fulfill some very primal needs.... Now , as I prepare to take my seat on the throne, will the shy quiet queen of my heart also agree to be queen of St. Michel?

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THE MARINE AND THE PRINCESS

TO: King Leopold
FROM: Marine Corps Captain Mark Wilder
OPERATION: Princess Vanessa Von Volzemburg

Your Highness,
I've been assigned to guard Princess Vanessa while she's traveling incognito in America. But I don't enjoy spying on her.

Vanessa is far from the spoiled princess I expected. She is bold and adventurous as well as lovely, and vulnerable -- a woman who craves a life free from her royal obligations. But she understands she must return and marry a man she doesn't love.

Vanessa will be safe while she's under my care, but also know that I cannot promise to shelter her from the world, or even from myself....

"A wonderfully fun romp filled with quick dialogue and great sexual tension...4 stars" Romantic Times

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STRANDED WITH THE SERGEANT
August 2001
Silhouette Romance, $3.99
ISBN #0-373-19534-6

OPERATION: Boss's daughter's school trip

SUBJECT: Drop-dead gorgeous Sergeant Joe Wilder, whose carefree facade hid a deep sorrow, making him avoid women and children

MISSION: Escort a group of kids -- and their sexy teacher -- on a wilderness weekend

COMPLICATIONS: The teacher was the boss's daughter! Lovely Prudence Martine had been a soldier's child -- and vowed never to be a soldier's wife! Yet when she and Joe were forced to shelter in a snowbound cabin, things began to heat up. Because Joe was the only man she'd forbidden herself...and the only man she could depend upon.

MISSION SUCCESS: Uncertain. What would happen when they were rescued?

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BETWEEN THE COVERS
Harlequin Duets
# 48
ISBN 0-373-44114-2

His or Hers?

No doubt Paige Turner is the best librarian in town. Certainly, hunky cop Shane Huntington always turns to her for advice. And boy, does he need it now! Shane's in a hurry to meet and marry the perfect woman, so that he can inherit a family fortune -- only to give it away! Little do Shane and Paige know that their quest for the make-believe missus will turn into the real thing and that he'll wind up between her covers!

"Cathie Linz's BETWEEN THE COVERS is charming, with winning characters and, needless to say, dialogue that is often laugh out loud funny."
Romantic Times

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Winner of the Heart Beat Award from HeartRateReviews!


DADDY IN DRESS BLUES
September 2000
Silhouette Romance
ISBN # 0-373-19470-6
$3.50 U.S.

OPERATION: Daddy Boot Camp

SUBJECT: Three-year-old Blue, the daughter that -- until three days ago -- U.S. Marine Curt Blackwell never knew existed.

MISSION: Fatherhood. Bedtime stories. Plaiting hair. Holding hands.

COMPLICATIONS: Preschool teacher Jessie Moore. They had a past, but Curt avoided those waters. Unlike Blue's fear of monsters under the bed, a woman's emotions truly spelled danger. And he was growing defenseless against this woman's warmth and beauty...

MISSION SUCCESS: Uncertain. Curt would survive -- but not necessarily with his heart intact!

"4 1/2 stars - Exceptional -- "...a heartwarming and tender love story brimming with delicious wit and great characterization." Romantic Times

Available Now!!! First time in Hardcover!

A WIFE IN TIME by Cathie Linz. For more info click here.

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A GLIMPSE OF PARADISE by Cathie Linz. For more info click here.

LOVER AND DECEIVER by Cathie Linz. For more info click here.

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CONTINENTAL LOVER. For more info click here.

A HANDFUL OF TROUBLE. For more info click here.

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