The Bounty Hunter

PRAISE FOR THE BOUNTY HUNTER:

"What a great read. The Bounty Hunter draws you in and doesn't let go until the last page!" --David Perry

"A fun, classic story of a hero coming to the rescue of a heroine you can't help but love. Kelli Ann manages to keep us guessing..." --Kimberly Yamashita

FROM THE BACK COVER:

She can't remember...

TAYLA HAWTHORNE finds herself far from home with no memory of her past--her only connection an ornately carved locket. But when a dark and dashing stranger triggers a familiar yearning inside her, she discovers that the key to her future lies in her past.

He must forget...

RAFE REDBOURNE has a lock on his heart. For eight years he has carried the weight of his past on his shoulders, immersing himself in his life as a bounty hunter, tracking fugitives. So, when he promises to find the lost girl who took everything from him, he must decide how far he'll go to keep his promise, and if she's worth opening his heart again.

From the AuthorI have always held a fascination for romance novels, cowboys with horses, and the old western way of life. There is nothing quite like curling up with a good book and taking a journey through the American West where sexy nineteenth century cowboys sweep you away into a world of romance, intrigue, and discovery.

I started writing when I was in elementary school and by the time I was twelve years old, I knew I would be a published author one day. I decided to write the kinds of romance novels that I love to read--wonderful stories with a lot of sexual tension and moments that take your breath away, but that avoid the graphic love scenes that often come along with it. I wanted real stories that showed my characters desires--emotional and physical--but also their strength in overcoming temptations and doing what they believe is right.

I grew up on books by Jude Devereaux, Julie Garwood, Jodi Thomas, and Johanna Lindsay--just to name a few--and I found that their western romances were among my favorites. I still have many of them on my shelves because their stories touched me. Today, I realize I my novels are more along the lines of Debra Holland, Caroline Fyffe, and Jillian Hart. While my books do contain Christian elements, there is some mild cursing and men without shirts (I'm a sucker for a good set of abs), but are suitable for readers of most ages.

I hope that my books with inspire my readers and leave them with a feeling of satisfaction. Come cozy up with the Redbournes and fall in love all over again with heroes who'll take your breath away.

From the Inside FlapHer door flung open and Rafe came to her side...

   He encircled her with his strong arms, and she leaned into the seemingly familiar strength of the man with whom she'd felt a connection. This same man she hoped she could trust. The man who made her feel every inch a woman when he looked at her.    Who had Rafe Redbourne been in her life?    None of that mattered right now. He was here with her, holding her, keeping her safe. Everything would be okay.    His work-roughened hand cupped her head, his fingers entwined her damp curls, and he pulled her closer into the crook between his shoulder and chest.   Tears flowed freely now. Even though she could no longer remember the events of her dream, the effects of it still racked through her.   "Shhh..." His soft baritone voice warmed her.   She hiccupped.   This was the man she'd hoped he would be. This was the Rafe Redbourne she wanted to know. He was familiar, her memory of him so close to the surface she could almost see it, and she struggled to remember.    Tayla snuggled in a little closer, reveling in the warmth of his embrace. His grip around her tightened. She lifted her hand to wipe away a tear and gasped when her fingertips grazed the bare skin of his chest. She flattened her palm over his heart.    He felt good.    When her breathing at last returned to normal, she pulled away from him. She searched his eyes--for what, she was still unsure--but she was grateful for the oversized moon tonight that allowed her to see him so clearly.   Rafe cleared his throat.    "I heard you screaming and couldn't stay away."