Books like Texas Ranger Takes a Bride by Patricia Thayer

Texas Ranger Chase Landon is called upon to locate a child gone missing in the Lone Star State. During his search he learns the boy is his son from a past forgotten marriage. His duty clashes with personal feelings as he reconnects with his former lover, Mallory, who has been left waiting for him while raising their child alone. As Chase and Mallory navigate the legal and emotional complexities of their past, they must decide how to protect both their son and their hope for a future together. Mallory, heartbroken at the Ranger’s previous departure, finds herself facing the irony of seeing her son bond with the man who once left her. The story explores loyalty, family, and the challenging balance between personal desires and the responsibilities that come with the badge of a Texas Ranger. This romance novel weaves crime‑thriller elements with the emotional journey of a man, a former spouse, and their unexpected family ties.

First publish date: 2008