Now Available: THE LAST
OUTLAW
"Bittner
revisits the Harkner family of Colorado ranchers in this refreshing and
impressive fourth volume (after Love’s Sweet Revenge) of her 19th-century
Outlaw Hearts saga. While visiting Boulder, Jake Harkner’s wife, Randy, is
taken hostage by bank robbers. Jake is a former outlaw and lawman, so he takes
down the robbers, but he’s shot in the crossfire. Randy fears for his
life, desperate to save the husband she loves—and whom she needs to
protect her, as she was assaulted by outlaws months earlier and is still
traumatized by the ordeal. As Randy helps Jake recover from his wounds, she
slowly regains her own strength. They return to their family ranch, where they
enjoy the love and support of their children and extended family, and Jake
gladly promises to retire. But when Jake receives a request to strap on his
guns one last time to help an old friend save a young girl, he feels like he
can’t refuse. Bittner’s skill with character development is on fine
display. Jake and Randy, who began the series as a typical romantic couple, are
now grandparents, yet their love continues to grow and mature as they endure
trials and triumphs. Bittner has achieved what few authors can: making her
fourth installment just as fresh and alluring as the first while keeping the
same protagonists at the center of the story." -- Publisher's
Weekly, July 2017.
"The last book in the
unforgettable Outlaw Hearts series is as powerful a story as readers could
want. Bittner strives to gift fans with stories of strength, undying love,
family ties and a portrait of the West that sears into their hearts. The
underlying power stems from her “leap off the pages” characters and a
depth of emotion that touches the soul. As the country moves into a new
century, Jake Harkner and his family are busy building a new life in Colorado.
Even with his beloved Randy, their children and grandchildren, Jake is haunted
by the past. Randy has been Jake’s rock, and now she desperately needs his
strength to heal her own wounds. But the past will not rest, and Jake finds
himself rescuing his family from bank robbers and becoming a reluctant hero
still unable to wipe out his notorious history. Then Jake is caught up in
rescuing a kidnapped girl. He must return to Mexico where he will face his
demons or die, leaving his family to fight their own battles with the fear that
Jake might never return." -- RT Book Reviews Top Pick -- 4 ½
stars
 "Times have
changed, and the old Wild West is a thing of the past. Nestled in his beautiful
Colorado ranch, surrounded by family, infamous former outlaw Jake
Harkner’s hung up his guns for good and finally found a measure of
peace—but dark memories haunt the woman who has always been his strength,
and not even Jake is certain he can save his beloved Miranda this time.
"All he can do is
swear to remain by her side. But it takes more than a hope for peace to outrun
a past defined by violence, and it isn’t long before Jake is embroiled in
a rescue mission he simply can’t refuse. Life has brought him back full
circle as he rides into Mexico to save a young girl from a dreadful
fate…leaving Miranda behind one final time, fearing the other half of her
soul is destined to die the way he’s always lived—by the gun. "
When asked my
Sourcebooks editor when I would get final edits on THE LAST OUTLAW, her reply
was, "I hunted and hunted for some big flaw, but this book is so strong!
It was emotional and moving and epic - what a beautiful story!" It doesn't
get any better than that for a writer - and now you know you have a great story
coming! I am so proud of this one. Proud of Jake. Unbelievable growth. A
face-off with his ugly childhood. Such a true hero in this one (something he
would never admit himself!). The story involves Peter and Jeff again - and
Gretta MacBain from LOVE'S SWEET REVENGE - big time! And a whole new
level of love and trust between Jake and Randy - their relationship is more
beautiful than ever. A real tear-jerker ending - in a good way! I wish this
book was coming out next month instead of in September!
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE
LAST OUTLAW:
"Very rarely does a
writer come along that touches one's heart and soul as deeply as Rosanne
Bittner. There is definitely a reason she's called the Queen of the Western
Historicals because she can continue to write such heart moving sagas. The
Last Outlaw is such an emotionally charged book that is almost impossible
to put down. Will Jake and Randy finally finally get the peace they have so
desperately wanted for over 30+ years? Can Jake finally make peace and have
closure with his past that has forever haunted him? One simply must read The
Last Outlaw to find out. I don't believe I have ever read a book that
touched me emotionally as The Last Outlaw did. The Harkners are a family
that will never leave ones heart and soul!!.The touching moments Jake has with
his grandchildren and in theses moments it's hard to believe that Jake could
ever have been the big bad Outlaw he has been in the past. I truly hated for
this book to end. I didn't want to leave those beautiful mountains of the
J&L Ranch." -- Glenda, 5 September 2017.
"The Outlaw Hearts saga
continues with an intense guns a-blazing opening, as only Rosanne Bittner can
deliver. The Last Outlaw is everything her readers expect from such an
amazing family. Just as Ms. Bittner's epic Savage Destiny series engulfed our
hearts and souls, The Outlaw Hearts saga equally encompasses our hearts and
feeds our souls. Jake and his beloved Randy have seen it all, survived it all,
and once again will be tested in the most traumatic ways. Jake wants more for
his young son and daughter, and grandchildren, he wants them not to follow the
life he has lead. From Outlaw, to U.S. Marshal, to rancher, Jake only wants to
be the family man he's always craved, but will he get the chance, as he's
needed once again to right a wrong and face a demon a lifetime in the making?
How much more can the Harkners endure and can they survive this newest turn of
events? Jake's sweet disposition and interaction with his grandchildren is
precious and so worth witnessing. Even an Outlaw like Jake has an achilies heal
when it comes to these little Harkners. This was truly an amazing book that
will help heal our hearts after Loves Sweet Revenge's traumatic ending.
Rosanne Bittner's The Last Outlaw is phenomenally written with a
heart-felt, nail-biting, emotional conclusion. So saddle up and hang on tight,
The Harkners will encompass your heart and feed your soul." -- Tonya,
5 September 2017.
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As you know, in
January through April of 2016, thirteen more of my older titles were reissued
in e-book format with new covers from Diversion Books (making a total of 21
reissues from them!). We have been patiently waiting for the print versions --
and two, COMANCHE SUNSETand LAWLESS LOVE, were released in trade
paperback format on 5 September 2017! TAME THE WILD WINDand
UNFORGETTABLE will be coming in trade paperback on 10 October!
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LOVE Order COMANCHE
SUNSET
2017 will also see
the reissue of several more of my older novels in e-reader formats and
hopefully print-on-demand. I'm not sure yet of all the details, but I do know
that MONTANA WOMAN, EMBERS OF THE HEART and SONG OF THE WOLF will soon be
reissued by Amazon with all new covers!
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Now Available: CAPTURE MY
HEART
 My new Indian romance,
CAPTURE MY HEART, is now available for order in both Kindle and trade
paperback formats from Amazon.com! I know you will love Two Wolves -- and thank
you, long-time fan Barbara Christian, for helping me choose a name for the
hero! Two Wolves, aka Peter James Matthews, is a half Cheyenne army scout, who
is not only tall, dark, and handsome, but intelligent, educated, and respected
in both of his worlds! The heroine is Claire Stewart, the red-haired, strong,
determined daughter of a Denver freighting supply business owner, who inherits
her father's business -- and his debts. The two team up to try to prove that
so-called "Indian" attacks on wagon trains and settlers are actually
the work of someone trying to keep the hatred against the Cheyenne burning hot.
This whole story is filled with non-stop adventure, steamy romance, and real
history!
"Claire
Stewart has inherited her father’s freighting business based in 1864
Denver, Colorado. Determined to prove she is capable of running the business on
her own, Claire must compete against a wealthy businessman who wants to bring
her down.
"Two
Wolves, half Cheyenne, scouts for the U. S. Army. He is determined to prove
that white men have been committing raids against their own kind in order to
fuel the fires of hatred of Colorado citizens against the Cheyenne. When he
rescues Claire from just such an attack, he is struck by her fiery independence
and youthful beauty. Most of all, he admires her brave attempt to save her
father’s business and to help Two Wolves prove that her attack was by
white men, led by the very businessman who is her competitor.
"Through
events that keep forcing these two together and cause Two Wolves to risk his
life in Claire’s defense more than once, a bond develops that turns into a
steamy attraction between a tiny, red-headed young white woman and a powerful,
brave, handsome Indian warrior. This attraction leads to a hot, forbidden
romance that develops into a memorable “against-all-odds” love story.
"Set
against the true history of atrocities committed by the Colorado militia
against peaceful Cheyenne, CAPTURE MY HEART brings to light the struggle of the
southern Cheyenne to survive amid more and more white settlement; and it shows
the courage of Indians and certain brave whites alike in trying to keep the
peace during one of the most difficult periods in Colorado history."
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT
CAPTURE MY HEART:
"Rosanne Bitter
continues to capture my heart with each new story she writes, and I find myself
always wanting more, never wanting the story to end." -- Michelle Reed
"Once again it is not
hard to see why Rosanne Bittner is the 'Queen of the Western Historical
Romance.' ... Two Wolves and Claire's story will have you weeping , laughing
and constantly cheering them on for the justices they both so deserve. "
-- Glenda Kinard
"Capture My Heart is
an extraordinary book of true historical events during an unsettling time in
Colorado's history. ... Gripping, exhilarating, and breathtakingly beautiful.
Rosanne has penned another extraordinary book." Tonya Lucas
"I have read alot of
Ms Bittner's books and this one is a keeper!! I hope there will be sequel about
this family??!!! Two Wolfes and Clair are unforgettable!!" -- Nancy, via
Amazon.com
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NOTE to my readers: I have an
idea for a sequel to CAPTURE MY HEART and I'm calling it A
WARRIOR'S PROMISE. After the Sand Creek massacre in southern Colorado,
Two Wolves' Native American blood heats up and passionate anger fills his
heart. Can he keep from becoming a full-fledged warrior who rides with the
vengeful Cheyenne?
I am currently working on this
and several other ideas while waiting to hear from Sourcebooks on a new
proposal, so right now I can’t predict which book will come next. Just be
assured I am ALWAYS working on SOMETHING and won’t let you down!
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 Join my Street Team/Read THE
TOUCH OF LOVE!
I am so
tremendously blessed with my wonderful readers. Through 37 years and 64
completed novels, my readers keep me going. They mean everything to me –
and many of them have actually become good friends. The support I get from them
is overwhelming. To all of my faithful supporters, I am making available my
novella THE TOUCH OF LOVE, a 46-page novella about Robert
Kingsley, the half-Indian boy raised by Rising Eagle of my
Mystic Indian trilogy,
which was previously only available by download from Mightywords.com. In
action, it falls between MYSTIC
VISIONS and MYSTIC
WARRIORS (Books 2 & 3). .
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(Note: Please click on any of the covers above for more information about that
book, or see my new Outlaw Hearts Series
page!)
Pre-order THE LAST OUTLAW Pre-order CHRISTMAS IN A COWBOY'S
ARMS
To order
in all e-reader formats, please see my E-book List
page!
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE
OUTLAW HEARTS SERIES:
"The first book in the
series was my first romance book I [ever] read, and all these years later it's
still my top favorite! What's cool, is 20+ years after first publishing OUTLAW
HEARTS, Rosanne Bittner was given the opportunity to have it reissued and write
2 sequels!! Now she's currently working on a 4th (and last) book for Jake and
Randy. You do *not* want to miss these if you are a fan of western romance! She
knows how to steal your heart and breath and give it back in the most amazing
way!" -- Michelle R., 26 July 2016.
Outlaw Hearts Series
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Coming 3 October 2017: CHRISTMAS
IN A COWBOY'S ARMSAnthology, with my story A CHICK-A-DEE
CHRISTMAS!
"Stay toasty this
holiday season with heart-warming tales of the Wild West! This Western
Christmas anthology features bestselling authors including: Leigh Greenwood,
Rosanne Bittner, Linda Broday, Anna Schmidt, Margaret Brownley, and Amy Sandas.
Each story features rugged cowboys, the women who've lassoed their hearts...and
the Christmas miracles that bring them together."
My
Harkner family Christmas story, A CHICK- A- DEE CHRISTMAS, will be included in
the CHRISTMAS IN A COWBOY'S ARMS anthology. This story will show a
softer side of Jake, and will truly round out the series. Those of you who know
my books also know that I am not designed to write “short” stories. I
love to dig deeply into a big cast of characters, but you can’t do that
with a short story. A CHICK- A- DEE CHRISTMAS will be a very sweet 150 - page
story involving Jake's little granddaughter Sadie Mae. Through an
"unexpected character" (ie, one that I didn't plan but who just
"showed up" as I was writing), Jake is filled with the spirit of
forgiveness and joy, the celebration of the birth of Christ, and the beauty of
Christmas giving.
Pre-order CHRISTMAS IN A COWBOY'S ARMS from
Amazon.com!
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September 2016: Outlaw Hearts Series
Book #3, LOVE'S SWEET REVENGE!
"Bittner's
third installment in her Outlaw Hearts Saga (after 2015's DO NOT FORSAKE ME)
follows the Harkner clan in the late 1890's as they establish their ranch in
Colorado and deal with threats to their family. Jake Harkner, a former outlaw
turned U.S. Marshal who's now a rancher, enjoys working the land of the J&L
Ranch. At 60, Jake feels blessed to have his wife Miranda by his side along
with their children, Lloyd and Evie, and their families. But Jake has made many
enemies over the years, and he knows that he must protect his family when he
learns that one of the men who raped Evie has been released from prison.
Meanwhile, Randy's afraid that he'll let his lawless side take over and she'll
lose him once again to prison. Intense romance complete with the page-turning
adventures of life in the old west propels this novel forward to its stunning
conclusion, complete with the promise of a future installment." --
Publisher's Weekly, July 2016.
4.5 Stars,
September TOP PICK! "What a joy for Bittner's legion of fans to read the
third in the Outlaw Hearts saga! Bittner writes powerful, beautiful, harsh and
tender stories that take readers' breaths away with their emotional depth.
Strong characters, powerful storytelling, realistic history, sexuality and
passion all portrayed through the lives and loves of one remarkable family.
This is a tale of tragedy and triumph and the undying power of family to
overcome all odds. Bittner at the top of her form. (Plot Summary): After
decades of being a hunted man, a lawman and a family man, Jake Harkner can try
to live a quiet life. But he can't stop danger from following them to the
Colorado ranch he, Miranda and their children have built. When men from Jake's
past return to destroy his hard-earned retirement and his son Lloyd's life on
the line, Jake will strap on his guns and ride into peril. When his daughter
and Miranda are caught in the middle, he will risk everything to save them. But
the days of one man's gun ruling the West are dying and with the new century
coming, new rules apply. Still, Jake will allow no one and nothing to stand in
his way." -- RT Book Reviews
Their Passion Shaped a Nation
Over the years, Jake and Miranda Harkner have endured all
the dangers a wild and brutal West could throw at them. Now, settled on their
ranch in the beautiful Colorado hill country, they've finally found peace. But
for a man like Jake Harkner, danger is always lurking, and the world may not be
ready for an infamous outlaw-turned-lawman-turned-legend to hang up his guns.
Threatened by cruel men in search of revenge, the Harkner
clan must be stronger than ever before. Yet nothing can stop the coming storm.
With the Old West dying around them and the rules of this new world
ever-changing, Jake vows to end the threat to his family no matter what it
takes...
Even if it means sacrificing himself so his beloved Miranda
may live.
Be sure to watch
for the mention of a "secret character" in LOVE'S SWEET
REVENGE!! I've decided that if I'm going to set books in areas and time
periods in which important characters in some of my other books lived, then for
the sake of realism, some of those characters from past books should be
mentioned!
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REVENGE
WHAT
READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT LOVE'S SWEET REVENGE:
"The Queen of the Western
Historical takes you on the grandest ride yet of her career. LOVE'S SWEET
REVENGE opens to Jake and Miranda (Randy) Harkner finally enjoying the peace
they have so long sought for nearly 30 years -- or have they truly found that
peace for a man that has lived Outlaw then lawman? He definitely has made
enemies and when they attack all he holds dear he takes care of things the only
way he knows how. Then when Jake's guns can't completely fix a wrong committed
he must fix in a way he never has before, drawing for the first time on the
goodness and inner strength his beloved wife, daughter and son has always told
him is inside of him. Although he has never seen it himself, he has to finally
believe it or forever lose all that is precious to him. Can Jake learn that
Love is the Sweetest Revenge of all?" -- Glenda, 30 August
2016.
"Powerful, emotional, and
superbly written. Jake Harkner, outlaw turned lawman turned rancher, and his
beautiful wife of 30 years, Randy, face the most challenging time of their
lives. After living peacefully the last 4 years on their Colorado ranch in the
foothills of the Rockies, The Harkner family must band together in spirit to
save their family's patriarch. Jake has lived his whole life trying to keep his
dark side in check from an incident that occurred when he was a young boy.
Randy had been his saving grace, but can her love and the love of his children
and grandchildren save the infamous Jake Harkner and his Colt 44's now? The
most gripping book I've ever read and an explosive ending that will leave you
speechless. Can Love truly be Jake's Sweet Revenge? If you loved OUTLAW HEARTS
and DO NOT FORSAKE ME, you'll be mesmerized by LOVE'S SWEET REVENGE. As Lloyd
told Jake, "Revenge can be sweet, and it doesn't always mean needing a
gun." -- Tonya, 4 September 2016.
"Rosanne Bittner never
ceases to amaze me. The highly anticipated new book, about the continuing story
of the Harkner family, did not disappoint! I reread the first two, knowing this
book was being released. I love the whole story line. I love the characters. I
love the old west. I love being swept away and totally sucked in by a good
book! Thank you! 5 Stars! Leaves me wanting more!"-- Suzanne, via
Amazon.com, 9 September 2016.
"Jake Wants Peace But He
Will Defend His Family With His Life. Heartwarming. Intense. Gripping. Western
Romance at its Best! ... Jake and Randy are at the heart of this story, but the
scope has widened to include Lloyd and Katie and Evie and Brian, Jeff and
Peter, along with the older grandchildren. Their story is all one. The line
from Jake to Lloyd to Little Jake to show how each generation carries on the
Harkers was clearly made. ... The past having bearing on the present and how
each character handles it is a strong thematic element. ... The western history
aspect of the story was strong and supported the romance and action plot. The
author portrayed the latter years of the 1800s in Colorado, ranch life, and
changes in the law and society well. There were hard hitting situations and
elements. ... All in all, I was enthralled and wanted nothing more than to
remain in the world of the Harkers. I'm so glad there is to be one more book
for sure. Those who love sagas and Western romance really need to treat
themselves to this series and this author's books."-- Sophia Rose, via
Amazon.com, 6 September 2016. [Read entire review here.]
Read more great reviews here!
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REVENGE
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NEW
For 2016 In all E-Reader Formats (Print-On-Demand hopefully coming in
2017):
During 2016,
thirteen more of my older titles have been reissued by Diversion Books with new
covers. They are available first as e-books, then, later (I hope), will be out
in print-on-demand trade paperbacks. I thought you might be interested in
seeing the original publisher and publication date, as well as the theme
involved in each title. It just struck me that many of these books, which are
still in demand today, are older than some of my readers! (Click on any cover
to read more about that book.)
 
 
  
 
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IN THE SHADOW OF THE
MOUNTAINS, Bantam Books, 7/91; Diversion Books, love story about
the founding of Denver. Ordering Options
THE FOREVER TREE, Bantam
Books, 3/95; High-born Spanish woman and a logger from New England. Ordering Options
TAME THE WILD WIND,
Bantam Books, 10/96; Female owner of a stage station/ Native American. Ordering Options
RAPTURE'S GOLD, Zebra
Books, 9/86; Female gold miner/ guide. Ordering Options
TENDER BETRAYAL, Bantam
Books, 10/93; Civil War North/ South love story.
Ordering Options
HEART'S SURRENDER,
Zebra Books, 2/88; Cherokee hero. Ordering Options
LAWLESS LOVE, Zebra Books,
11/85; Outlaw/ Nun. Ordering
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COMANCHE SUNSET, Zebra
Books, 11/91; Comanche hero. Ordering Options
CARESS, Zebra Books, 7/92;
Kansas/Missouri border wars. Ordering
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SWEET
MOUNTAIN MAGIC, Zebra Books, 3/90; Mountain Man/ pioneer woman.
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UNFORGETTABLE, Zebra Books, 1/94;
Orphaned female/ soldier. Ordering Options
SHAMELESS, Zebra Books, 2/93; Female
Mexican horse thief/ American soldier. Ordering Options
LOVE'S
BOUNTY, Zebra Books, 3/2000; Bounty Hunter/ female who hires him.
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