Vanessa’s Novels
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Think About LoveThe last thing successful businesswoman Samantha Jones envisions is her beloved grandmother in a nursing home – and having to fly to remote Gabriola Island to care for her orphaned infant niece. But family is as important to Samantha as her job with Cal Tremaine, and she’s determined not to let instant motherhood interrupt her career … until headstrong Cal offers something more tempting.Cal’s rapidly growing software empire owes a lot to Samantha’s skills, and Cal isn’t about to let her get away. Yet when Cal gets his first look at Samantha outside the office, he realizes that he wants her to see him as a man – instead of as her boss. Suddenly he’s offering a marriage that will satisfy the judge in gaining custody of her niece, but what he wants is Samantha as his true wife … in every sense of the word. Think About Love – available from
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Seeing StarsArizona astronomer Claire Welland is anything but starry-eyed when it comes to romance. She knows her home on an isolated mountaintop observatory makes marriage to most men impossible, but that doesn’t mean she can’t have a little romantic fun. The last thing she expects when she comes home to Port Townsend, Washington, for her high school reunion is to be swept off her feet by blake McKenzie.Once the town bad boy, Blake is now a prominent shipbuilder dedicated to helping local teens. When he asks Claire to talk to one of his boys about astronomy, he’s only thinking she might give direction to a troubled kid. He certainly never dreamed she’d inspire him – to fall in love. Now Blake is determined to show Claire that their future together is in the stars … if she’ll only open her eyes. Seeing Stars – Available from:Amazon USA and Amazon UK
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The Colors of Love“Ms. Grant creates a masterpiece … romance at its best.” Rendezvous. Dr. Alexander Kent feels disturbing surges of both irritation and desire every time he encounters Seattle artist Jamie Ferguson. Alex likes order, efficiency, and women who are as sensible and reliable as he is. With her riot of red curls and flashing emerald eyes, Jamie is the very picture of a restless spirit – the kind of woman he knows all too well: here today and gone tomorrow. Jamie finds Alex domineering and strangely gruff. But when she begins painting his portrait in gold and rose hues, she discovers that his scowl hides a well of tenderness. It’s up to her to show him that the growing love they share is not only red-hot, but also enduring, timeless, and simply meant to be. The Colors of Love – Available from: Amazon USA and Amazon UK
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If You Loved MeShe needed his help to find her son – no matter what the cost! Surgeon Emma Garrett had made sacrifices to follow her dream of becoming a doctor – and yet none was as painful as turning down Gray McKenzie. But not even the threat of losing her greatest love could stop Emma from fulfilling her dream of repairing the bodies of damaged children. Now widowed with a thriving Seattle practice and an eighteen-year-old son, Emma is suddenly plunged into the wilderness when her son and his friend disappear on a kayaking trip. She desperately needs the help of an expert who knows the territory – and nobody knows the Pacific Ocean’s north coast wilderness like Gray McKenzie. But when Emma arrives on Gray’s remote doorstep unannounced and determined that Gray will rescue her son, she soon realizes that reawakening her past may cost far more than she’d imagined. More about If You Loved Me If You Loved Me – Available from: Amazon USA and Amazon UK
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Storm – the Author’s CutShe had become what others wanted – could he help her find herself? Broadcaster Laurie Mather wanted desperately to be aboard Luke Lucas’s seaplane when he flew out on a search-and-rescue mission off the treacherous coast of northern British Columbia – for professional reasons, but also for deeply rooted personal reasons. But when she pressured Luke into accepting her presence, she had no idea that she was Luke’s private fantasy, a warm living voice he listened to on lonely flights – but one he had no desire to turn into reality. When Laurie succeeded in talking her way aboard Luke’s plane, she had no idea that her well-ordered life was about to be changed forever. More about Storm Storm – The Author’s Cut – Available from: Amazon USA and Amazon UK
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Short Story: The Broken GateJennifer Sandborn fled personal tragedy to serve as a humanitarian aid worker, promising her husband she would return in a few months. Two years later she returns in the middle of the night. Everything feels familiar, but nothing is the same. “Tomorrow morning she would wake up under the duvet in the chilly house, safe from wars and death and tragedy. She would stretch out her hand with her eyes closed and when her fingers touched John’s warm flesh, she would nestle into him with her lips against his throat. Although she couldn’t see the house where her husband waited, memory guided her steps, filling her blackness with light. Her hand reached for the gate but found only the edge of the fence. She fumbled and found the uneven slant of the gate, propped open, still broken …” More about The Broken Gate The Broken Gate – Available from: Kindle Editions – Amazon USA and Amazon UK Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo and other distributors
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After All This TimeCarrie Brooke fell in love with her employer, Charles Kantos, the first time she saw him, but she’d always been careful not to let it show. Now she’d ruined it all, and when she woke up in bed with him the morning after his best friend’s wedding, Carrie knew there was only one thing to do – run. But Carrie was Kantos Holdings’s best acquisitions specialist and Charles had no intention of losing her. More … After All This Time – Available from: Kindle Editions - Amazon USA and Amazon UK Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Catalina’s Lover (Latin Legacy)Years ago she ran from a hopeless love … she never dreamed she’d return as his prisoner! Juan Corsica Perez was a man who believed the earth belonged to him, and everyone in it. Only Cathy Jenan thought otherwise. They had known each other once and once it had been wonderful, but although Cathy had traveled all over the world since she last saw her first love, she’d never returned to Peru. Then fate, and Juan Corsica Perez, forced her back. Book 1 of the Latin Legacy series. Catalina’s Lover – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Dance of Seduction (Latin Legacy)Ricardo Swan had vowed never to fall victim to irrational passion, but when he saw La Gitana dancing in a Merida night club, the primitive needs he denied were stirred. But although La Gitana was Mexico’s most popular singer and folk dancer, known for the passion of her dance, inside she was frozen. Could Ricardo get past her guardian brothers and her own defenses to find the secret of her heart? More about Dance of Secuction Book 2 of the Latin Legacy series Dance of Seduction – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Strangers by Day (Latin Legacy)Being marooned with an attractive stranger on a tropical island put Faith’s life in perspective. A widow at thirty-one, she wanted to start again. Life on a ranch in the British Columbia wilds and marriage with passion, if not love, could give her the home and child she wanted. But with time as her enemy, Faith must convince Max that they can build a happy future together. Book 3 of the Latin Legacy series Strangers by Day – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Hidden MemoriesIt had taken him eleven years to find her… They had met under difficult circumstances, and Abby had fallen into his arms seeking comfort in her grief. Then she’d walked out on him and she’d been living a lie ever since. Now, Ryan Marsdon was back and he wanted her. But Abby had to protect herself from this man or she could lose her family, her reality, and her daughter. Kindle Editions - Amazon USA Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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On Johnny’s TermsPreviously published as The Moon Lady’s Lover Cynthia knew it was outrageous to ask Jonathan’s help when they hadn’t spoken a civil word in the fourteen years since she was sixteen. But she’d flown across the country to find him, trying to find the right words all through the four-hour flight. She hadn’t called to say she was coming, so he wouldn’t be expecting her. He certainly wouldn’t smile when he saw her. “I came to ask you for money.” On Johnny’s Terms – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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So Much for DreamsThe Senorita and the Drifter … What happens when a drifter running from his past rescues a woman who can’t speak Spanish from a cluster of admiring Mexican men? The last thing Joe wants is to fall for a woman who craves commitments and can’t refuse a cry for help, but he can’t leave Dinah and her ancient car on a remote mountain road … Dinah dashed off to Mexico without knowing if her car could survive the journey, or thinking about her lack of Spanish. Maybe it wasn’t surprising that she herself needing rescuing, but finding a young girl desperate for help in a strange country was difficult enough without Joe. Having hit bottom herself and pulled back up, she had no patience for drifters and Joe was the last thing she wanted … and everything she needed. So Much for Dreams – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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With Strings Attached (Gabriola Island)She knew the gift would include complications … she didn’t expect love! When Molly accepted her father’s gift of a log cabin on a beautiful island, she knew there would probably be strings attached. But she didn’t expect neighbor Patrick McNaughton. Dark and dangerous, he epitomized all she had ever feared about men-and fantasized. But could he continue to set her dreams on fire when morning came? Book 1 of the Gabriola Island series. With Strings Attached – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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When Love Returns (Gabriola Island)She vowed never to return … but fate had other ideas! When Julie Charters decided to return to Gabriola Island, she had no idea the man on whom she’d had a childhood crush would be so devastatingly attractive, and she wasn’t prepared to find him free. But she was a woman now and she knew better than to fall for a man who had always thought of her as second best. Book 2 of the Gabriola Island series When Love Returns – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Wild Passage (Turner Brothers)Serena knew a crew party was for people who were serious about sailing, but all she really wanted was to absorb the atmosphere that had been her late husband’s dream. Then she met Neil Turner and was stunned by his effect on her. This magnetic man was looking for crew, and he made his attraction to her very clear. Should she tell him the truth, or should she risk the challenge of adventure! Book 1 of the Turner Brothers series Wild Passage – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Taking Chances (Turner Brothers)Zeb Turner seemed like two different men, and Misty was thoroughly confused when he turned up at her detective agency. Why would any man request that she kidnap him for business reasons? Something was wrong, but trying to find out more about Zeb left Misty with few options. All she knew was that her headlong response to him frightened her, and she could never fit into his respectable world. Book 2 of the Turner Brothers series Taking Chances – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Angela’s AffairKent Ferguson came to the west coast community of Port Townsend to straighten out the mess left behind by his sister, but once he met Angela he was determined to become her lover … and Angela was tempted, but could a home-and-family woman manage a passionate affair with a predatory seducer and still keep her heart? Angela’s Affair – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Awakening DreamsJesse and Crystal were lucky to be alive after the seaplane crash, but trekking out of the wilderness wasn’t Crystal’s idea of a normal mode of travel. Jesse insisted the search and rescue people wouldn’t be able to spot them and it was the only chance for survival. Trusting Jesse was Crystal’s only alternative, and in doing so she found the strength to face her past and commit to the future. Awakening Dreams – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Jenny’s Turn (Jenny and Georgina)Book 1 of the Jenny and Georgina series Life with Jake was fascinating! His energy, arrogance and talent made working with him an exciting experience. Sometimes he looked at her as if he wanted her, but then he wanted so many women, didn’t he? She wasn’t about to become one of the gang. Finally she realized that the only way to get over Jake was to get out of his life, so she ran – but not far enough! More about Jenny’s Turn Jenny’s Turn – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Stray Lady (Jenny and Georgina)Book 2 of the Jenny and Georgina series One minute George was sailing single-handed down Canada’s west coast, willing the salt breezes to show her how to go on living without her husband. The next she was being pulled from the waves by lighthouse keeper Lyle Stevens and drawn into a magic existence with him and his daughter. Lyle offered George love and the home she’d never known – but did she have the courage to gamble on love again? More about Stray Lady Stray Lady – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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No Time for LovingBeing responsible for managing the family business meant there was no time for loving in Sarah’s hectic life. But when Alex Candon made the outrageous suggestion Sarah spend the night with him in exchange for the lease of her aunt’s apartment, Sarah was surprised at her own reaction. What was there about this man which enabled him to turn her ordered world upside-down so easily? No Time For Loving – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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One Secret Too Many“Alex” would never forget the magic of the night she met Sam on a deserted beach in Vancouver. But now the spell was broken and Alex Diamond, crimewriter extraordinary, was forced to return to her solitary existence as Mary Houseman from Prince Rupert. When Sam Dempsey, her “Sam,” arrived to take up residence as the local doctor, Mary panicked. One Secret Too Many – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Shadows and DreamsPreviously Published as Pacific Disturbance Dana had never been sailing before, but when the opportunity arose to leave her boring city job and take to the open seas she had no hesitation. But could she ever convince the ship’s captain, Kurt Sanders, that they were meant to be together. Dana was determined to win Kurt’s heart … but would he ever love another woman as he had his late wife? Shadows and Dreams – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Stranded HeartNicole found it tough raising a teenage boy alone while working as a charter pilot on the Queen Charlotte Islands. Then artist Matthew Kealy became her arrogant, new neighbor and Nicole’s life got even tougher. Matthew might be a successful artist, but his criticism – of her son, her abilities as a mother and as a pilot – drove Nicole nuts. If only she could ignore his potent masculinity! Stranded Heart – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Takeover ManWith her job as harbormaster, Maggie had finally made a new life for herself, her daughter Dixie, and Angus MacAvoy, her grandfatherly neighbor. When Angus’s son Michael arrived to take Angus home with him, insisting he couldn’t survive another winter on the boat, Maggie’s defense of Angus caused sparks between them. Even worse, Michael made her feel again and that terrified Maggie. Takeover Man – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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The ChauvinistKristy couldn’t believe her ears! Within hours of meeting Blake Harding again, he calmly informed her she was going to marry him. Since coming to Vancouver her career had been her life, and her recent promotion at Point Grey College her dream come true. But her plans and dreams meant nothing to Blake. In fact, he wanted her to stop working and start having babies! The Chauvinist – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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The Touch of LoveMelody Connacher’s life as a song-writer hidden away on a beautiful island on the west coast of Canada seemed one of tranquil happiness until rugged ship’s captain Scott Alexander burst into her world. For the sake of the baby in his arms, she couldn’t turn him away, but his arrival shattered her existence with unforeseen consequences. Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Wind ShiftThe waterfront is Stacey’s life but she’s determined not to fall in love with a man the sea can take from her. But her plan to marry safe, dependable Steven Masters hits the rocks when her fiancé’s brother sails into the Noyo River—and into Stacey’s heart! Russ knows Stacey is the woman he’s always dreamed of — but he can’t betray Steven again! Wind Shift – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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Yesterday’s VowsConnar Stanford had spent years looking for his runaway wife, to demand two things – an explanation and a divorce. But the woman Connar finally found was very different from the girl he remembered! Dixie Bradshaw believed marrying Connar was the most foolish thing she’d ever done. Of course, she’d loved him desperately then … but never again! Yet didn’t he have the right to know his own child? Yesterday’s Vows – Available from: Also available from iBooks, B&N, Kobo, and other distributors
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and Fiction – Novels (Chronological)
Pacific Disturbance (1985)
Storm (1985)
Shadows and Dreams (previously published as Shadows) (1986)
The Chauvinist (1987)
Jenny’s Turn (1987)
Stray Lady (1987)
Takeover Man (1988)
Stranded Heart (1988)
Awakening Dreams (1989)
Wild Passage (1989)
Taking Chances (1989)
One Secret Too Many (1990)
So Much for Dreams (1990)
The Touch of Love (1990)
Angela’s Affair (1991)
With Strings Attached (1991)
When Love Returns (1991)
Hidden Memories (1992)
Catalina’s Lover (1992)
No Time for Loving – AKA Nothing Less Than Love (1992)
After All This Time – (1992)
Dance of Seduction (1993)
Strangers by Day (1993)
Yesterday’s Vows (1994)
The Moon Lady’s Lover (1994) reissued in 2011 as On Johnny’s Terms – the author’s cut)
If You Loved Me (1999)
The Colors of Love (2000)
Seeing Stars (2001)
Think About Love (2001)
Wind Shift (2003)
Non-Fiction
Writing Romance, 3rd Edition (2007)
