The Lawman Claims His Bride

The Lawman Claims His Bride
Renee Ryan

For five years, U.S. Marshal Logan Mitchell has dreamed of returning to his sweetheart in Denver.He never imagined he'd find Megan Goodwin locked in a prison cell. Megan has no memory of what happened the night the outlaw was murdered. And though Logan is sure of her innocence, proving it is only half the battle. Remembering the killer's identity will clear Megan's name but could lead danger right to her door. Logan will protect her life with his. But forging a true marriage takes trust, faith and the courage to open their hearts to God's plan–wherever it leads….

A row of impenetrable iron bars stood between Logan and the woman he loved.

He balled his shooting hand into a tight fist. The urge to hit something, or someone, came fast, but he reminded himself he’d taken a different path than his brother. Still, a low growl of frustration rumbled deep in his throat.

At the sound, Megan looked up and slowly turned her head.

Their gazes met.

Logan’s heart pummeled his rib cage. The brutal assault made each intake of air a struggle.

Lost in her eyes, a compelling tapestry of silver over blue, he experienced a deep sensation of completion. The emotion was so simple, so pure, he wondered how he’d been able to walk away before.

Well, he was home now.

“Logan?” A little sigh slipped from her lips. “Is it really you?”

“Yes, Megan.” He forced his words around the breath clogging in his throat. “I’ve come for you, just like I promised.”

RENEE RYAN

grew up in a small Florida beach town. To entertain herself during countless hours of “lying out” she read all the classics. It wasn’t until the summer between her sophomore and junior years at Florida State University that she read her first romance novel. Hooked from page one, she spent hours consuming one book after another while working on the best (and last!) tan of her life.

Two years later, armed with a degree in economics and religion, she explored various career opportunities, including stints at a Florida theme park, a modeling agency and a cosmetics conglomerate. She moved on to teach high school economics, American government and Latin while coaching award-winning cheerleading teams. Several years later, with an eclectic cast of characters swimming around in her head, she began seriously pursuing a writing career.

She lives an action-packed life in Georgia, with her supportive husband, lovely teenage daughter and two ornery cats who hate each other.

The Lawman Claims His Bride

Renee Ryan

www.millsandboon.co.uk (http://www.millsandboon.co.uk)

Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.

—Proverbs 19:21

To Donnell Ann Bell, my favorite pair of fresh eyes.

Thank you, my friend, for all the times you answered the call for a “quick” favor.

I owe you more than words can express.

Contents

Chapter One

Chapter Two

Chapter Three

Chapter Four

Chapter Five

Chapter Six

Chapter Seven

Chapter Eight

Chapter Nine

Chapter Ten

Chapter Eleven

Chapter Twelve

Chapter Thirteen

Chapter Fourteen

Chapter Fifteen

Chapter Sixteen

Chapter Seventeen

Chapter Eighteen

Chapter Nineteen

Chapter Twenty

Chapter Twenty-One

Chapter Twenty-Two

Chapter Twenty-Three

Epilogue

Letter to Reader

QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION