Endangered Heiress
A shocking inheritance makes her a Texas-sized target!After the murder of a wealthy oilman, a small Texan community is turned upside down. Sexy Hudson Dale’s former cop instincts are on high alert, especially when Madelyn Kensington crashes into his life claiming she is an heiress of the deceased!
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A shocking inheritance
makes her a Texas-sized target
When a wealthy Texas oilman is murdered, the tiny community of Cattle Barge, Texas, is turned upside down. And rancher Hudson Daleâs former cop instincts are on high alert. Especially when lovely Madelyn Kensington crashes into his life claiming sheâs an heiress of the deceased. And someone wants her dead! The sexy cowboy offers his help and protection. Now, Madelyn must trust a complete stranger with her life. But would she trade her inheritance for his love?
USA TODAY bestselling author BARB HAN lives in north Texas with her very own hero-worthy husband, three beautiful children, a spunky golden retriever/standard poodle mix and too many books in her to-read pile. In her downtime, she plays video games and spends much of her time on or around a basketball court. She loves interacting with readers and is grateful for their support. You can reach her at www.barbhan.com.
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ISBN: 978-1-474-07888-7
ENDANGERED HEIRESS
© 2018 Barb Han
Published in Great Britain 2018
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To work with an intelligent and amazing editor is a true gift to any writerâs career. A huge thank-you to Allison Lyons for being that gift to mine. Iâm incredibly grateful for the chance to work with Jill Marsal, an amazingly talented agent.
I have so many writer friends to thank for friendship and encouragement. Iâll start with a few: Elizabeth Heiter, Chris Keniston, Kellie Coates-Gilbert and Kathy Ivan. I love plotting books and getting #AllTheWords with you.
To my children, Brandon, Jacob and Tori, who are true lights in my life. Iâm excited to see what adventures this year brings for each of you. And I fully intend to hit 1m before you, Jacob. Challenge accepted. Let the games begin.
And to John, who makes me laugh and keeps me grounded while encouraging me to reach for the stars. I canât wait to see what this year holds for us. I love you with all my heart.
Contents
Madelyn Kensington glanced at the screen of her phone as it vibrated. Her ringtone belted out. The screen read Unknown Caller and the number wasnât familiar. Everyone had gone to lunch on her floor and she suddenly felt vulnerable.
The area code revealed the call came from within Texas. Her muscles corded. She prayed this wasnât her ex trying to trick her into speaking to him by using a different phone. She had no plans to drop the harassment charges against him or ask the judge to lift the restraining order. She was still frustrated with herself for allowing Owen to slip past her jerk-radar. Sheâd walked away the instant heâd revealed his true colors and, based on his threats, sheâd been too late.
A low sigh slipped out. This whole week had been one problem after another, and being without her convertible while the word
