The Love Child
Catherine Mann
Her job is to turn a reclusive rancher into a charming tycoon…With his family’s company at stake, Trystan reluctantly agrees to a makeover. But the media consultant hired to sort him out has him aching. When passion leads to pregnancy, marriage is on the cards…but Isabeau won’t say yes without his love…
Her job is to turn a reclusive rancher into a charming oil tycoon...
Having his baby isn’t part of the deal!
With his family’s company at stake, Trystan reluctantly agrees to a makeover. But the media consultant hired to smooth out his rough edges has him aching. When passion leads to pregnancy, the only honorable choice is a proposal. But Isabeau won’t say yes without his love...
An Alaskan Oil Barons Novel
USA TODAY bestselling author CATHERINE MANN has won numerous awards for her novels, including both a prestigious RITA® Award and an RT Book Reviews Reviewers’ Choice Award. After years of moving around the country bringing up four children, Catherine has set-tled in her home state of South Carolina, where she’s active in animal rescue. For more information, visit her website, www.catherinemann.com (http://www.catherinemann.com).
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The Love Child
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The Love Child
Catherine Mann
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THE LOVE CHILD
© 2018 Catherine Mann
Published in Great Britain 2018
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