Betty Neels Books

Back in print after many years, these two classic stories celebrate Christmas as a magical time when dreams really do come true. Includes The Mistletoe Kiss and Roses for Christmas. Reissue.

When her fiancé jilted her, Serena gave up all hope of ever getting married. She was determined to be sensible about the whole thing; that was, until Gijs suggested that she marry him. She liked Gijs and he was fond of her. Companionship seemed a good a basis for a marriage – who needed romance? But Gijs was in love and Serena couldn't work out who the lucky woman was… Letitia Marsden never trusted men. Then she met Dr Jason Mourik van Nie and he changed her mind. Learning to trust again wasn't easy for either of them. Letitia vowed there would be a happy ending. But then Jason got the wrong idea about one of her male friends… Could a chance meeting set it right? Surely fate wasn't going to let a simple misapprehension stand in the way of true love? Matilda had beauty and generous nature – it was surprising that she was still single. Despite many offers, she remained fancy–free. Until she met James Scott–Thurlow – it was love at first sight! He was the only man she'd ever wanted to marry! But as luck would have it, James was already engaged – to the glamorous Rhoda. And it was clear he hadn't fallen for Matilda...

To keep her family together, Isobel Barrington made ends meet (barely!) by doing private nursing jobs. She shouldn't have had time to fall for Dr. Thomas Winters, but she did. She also knew she should try to forget him- but that was easier said than done.

"Would you like me for a brother-in-law, Mary Jane?" She wouldn't like him for a brother-in-law -- she would like him for a husband! But why should she suddenly discover this now of all times, sitting opposite him, being cross-examined as though she were in a witness-box . . .and fighting an urge to fling her arms around his neck and tell him that she loved him? "Yes, oh yes, that would be delightful."

Heaven Around The Corner by Betty Neels released on Aug 02, 2005 is available now for purchase.

It was deeply irritating to Leonora Crosby that she was always caught out in awkward moments by the new village doctor, James Galbraith. It shouldn't have mattered - she was engaged to Tony, after all - But James proved a stalwart support as Leonora did her best to keep her parents' decrepit but much-loved manor house running smoothly. All this made her begin to doubt the wisdom of her engagement. But there was little point in admitting that she loved James, when he showed so little sign of caring for her...

"The man I marry must dote on me..." Rosie already knew the sort of man she wanted to marry--and Fergus Cameron couldn't be further from that ideal! Arrogant and determiend to always get his own way, he was much too sure of himself for Rosie's peace of mind. Yet he had also made it clear that he, too, had decided on the gir he wanted to marry... but did his plans include her? Only time would tell.

Sophy's relationship with the attractive Duth surgeon Maximillan Oosterwelde was of the blow-hot-blow-cold variety-but one thing was certain: in her heart, Sophy did not want any "blow cold" at all!

Georgina Rodman had been given a special nursing assignment--she was to look after the Van den Berg Eyffert children, who were recovering from an accident. Having worked in a casualty ward, Georgina felt she could cope with just about anything life threw at her. But that was before she met the children's guardian, Julius. Afterward, she realized that even common sense and a practical nature couldn't stop her from falling in love...with a man who didn't even know she existed

Unlike her two sisters, Lucy was happier at home - if only she could find Mr. Right to share it with! But when she had almost given up her search for such a man, the eminent pediatrician William Thurloe came into her life. Attractive and dynamic, he was the answer to her dreams. But why would he be interested in her when the glamorous Fiona made it clear she was also available?

Aunt Thirza had been everything to Katrina Gibbs, but her death left Katrina with little money and no marketable skills. Katrina did have two things, though--her aunt's small cottage in Dorset, and the friendship of Simon Glenville, the wonderful doctor who had cared for Aunt Thirza.Simon loved Katrina, and he thought Katrina loved him, too, but so much had happened to her he wasn't sure this innocent, gallant girl was aware of it. When the time was right, he would propose, they'd plan a wedding and he would cherish her all their days....

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When Beatrice's world turned upside down, Oliver Latimer was on hand to pick up the pieces. There was something solid and reassuring about Oliver. Beatrice felt safe with him. But he wasn't an easy person to get to know. Accompanying him on a lecture tour to Europe convinced Beatrice that there was more to Dr. Latimer than she'd imagined. In fact, she came to believe he was the only man she could truly love. But Oliver kept his feelings hidden. What did he really think of her?

HOLDING OUT FOR A HERO A practical marriage? Araminta Smith had first met Professor Jason Lister when she was hired to look after his niece and nephew. Knowing that her plain but honest looks weren't about to catch her a husband, she was intrigued by the distinguished surgeon's interest in her. Since he was also a confirmed bachelor, the professor's proposal came as an even greater surprise. A marriage between them, as he pointed out to her, would be infinitely practical—and Araminta was nothing if not practical. But then...what about love?

Mills & Boon presents the Betty Neels collection. Timeless tales of heart-warming romance by one of the world’s best-loved romance authors. An offer she couldn't refuse? “I wish to marry for the wrong reasons. I am not in love with you.…” Titus Taverner was a busy and successful medical man who lacked a wife. Arabella had applied for the job of caretaker at his consulting rooms, but was happy to accept this new position Titus was offering. Until she complicated matters by falling in love with him.…

All alone, Cressida has no choice but to accept Aldrik van der Linus's help. However, she cannot help but wonder what he'll do if she presents him with the most serious problem of all: unrequited love. Reissue.

He was cold-hearted and arrogant...and she loved him to distraction. Sarah had been happy working at the hospital - until Radolf Nauta interfered and left her jobless. Forced to find other means to support herself, she was totally unprepared to meet the domineering Radolf again. He hadn't changed one bit! But Sarah had, and she soon realized that her heart now belonged to him.

"Don't Worry, It Will Work Out Perfectly." But did he mean the wedding arrangements or their future life together? Eustacia didn't know. After all, it was a marriage of convenience, definitely not a love match. Colin made it very clear that he wanted a down-to-earth partner who would help him care for his brother's orphaned children, not a dreamy girl whose head was full of romance. But Eustacia couldn't help hoping that one day he might grow to love her as much as she loved him.

SECOND THOUGHTSIt was love at first sight for Britannia Smith when she met Professor Jake Luitingh van Thien. She even shamelessly followed him to Holland, hoping to see more of him. Britannia succeeded and to her joy, he proposed But just when all seemed perfect, she met Madeleine de Venz. Madeleine was right for Jake, in every way, and Britannia became utterly convinced that to go ahead with their wedding might ruin Jake's life.

Suzannah Lightfoot was alone in the world, without a job or the means to support herself. So when Guy Bowers-Bentinck came to the rescue, she had to accept his help - though she didn't want to be beholden to such an infuriatingly arrogant man. "He's so tiresome and ill-tempered and impatient and he must hate the sight of me, " Suzannah reflected as fate kept throwing them together. So it was just as well, she told herself, that she wasn't prepared to join the queue of females wanting to marry him...

Julia Gracey has always lived by the rule that women should stand on their own two feet. But whenever there's a problem, Professor Gerard van der Maes always seems to be on hand with the perfect solution Gerard seems determined to steal Julia's heart--yet she's just as adamant that he won't take over her life. But when Julia is about to lose her home, Gerard offers one final proposition that she finds impossible to resist--marriage

Sappha Devenish jumped at the chance of a job in Scotland when her romance with Andrew went wrong.The change in scenery -- not to mention the presence of an attractive Dutch doctor -- did take her mind off her heartbreak.But then Andrew came back -- and Sappha was entangled in the past once more!

Just for once allow your heart to rule your prudent common sense... Tempting advice - dared Eugenie take it? A country unbringing had taught her to be practical...not to cherish romantic dreams about tall, handsome strangers! But a chance encounter one misty day in spring changed all that. Eminent surgeon Aderik Rijnma ter Salis was a very special man - he made Eugenie's life seem brighter, full of exciting possibilities! But with the gorgeous Saphira at his side, could Aderik's feelings for Eugenie ever be more than strictly professional?

How could he be so handsome...and yet so cold? Ward Sister Josephine Dowling was heartbroken over the end of her engagement - but how could she marry a man she didn't really love? What she didn't expect, though, was to have to cope with her tears and the arrogant attitude of the brilliant Dr Julius van Tacx. He seemed to make a habit of finding her just when she was feeling - and looking - her worst. And yet he was incredibly handsome...

Dutch surgeon Sebastian van Tecqx offers Emily's father a life-changing operation--but the doctor expects something in return. It's not hard for Emily to exchange her drab nurse's lodgings for Sebastian's luxurious home, but how can she stop herself from falling in love with her charismatic employer--especially when he makes it clear marriage is not part of the bargain?

Mistletoe Magic by Betty Neels\Margaret Way\Rebecca Winters released on Oct 25, 2000 is available now for purchase.

Finch Carmody was totally wrong for her! A rugged homesteader from the Australian high country, Finch exuded too much raw masculinity for Blythe's taste. Comfortable, calm Nathan was more her type. Unfortunately, though Nathan wanted her, he didn't want her recently orphaned nephew, Lief, whom she had raised on her own. Nathan persuaded a reluctant Blythe to foist the boy on his supposed father, Finch. Although he was not the father, Finch nevertheless agreed to take the child-to get him away from Nathan. But Finch's challenging manner disconcerted Blythe, sending sparks down her spine . . . and his proposed living arrangements unnerved her even more!

Wanted--a sensible, competent wife When distinguished surgeon Gerard van Doorninck asked staff nurse Deborah Culpeper to marry him, his reasons were practical, not romantic. As she had been secretly in love with Gerard for some time, Deborah accepted his terms and hoped for the best. It might all have worked out very happily, had Gerard's friend Claude van Trapp not done his best to try and spoil things A Marriage of Convenience... A Love Just Begun... When distinguished surgeon Gerard van Doorninck asked staff nurse Deborah Culpeper to marry him, his reasons were practical, not romantic. As she had been secretly in love with Gerard for some time, Deborah accepted his terms and hoped for the best. It might all have worked out very happily, had Gerard's friend Claude van Trapp not done his best to try and spoil things A Marriage of Convenience... A Love Just Begun...

He needed her as a nurse, not a woman Benedict van Manfeld was one of the surliest, most unfriendly men Cassandra had ever met. But when she learned he was a brilliant Dutch surgeon who had severely damaged his sight in an accident, her attitude changed. Benedict asked Cassandra to go to Holland with him as his nurse. She agreed…and soon began to feel something deeper than sympathy for him. But with his close friend Paula nearby, why should he even notice Cassandra?

Love and then hate It was a seesaw Jenny sighed. If only Toby hadn't been so complacent, believing that marrying him was the best thing that could happen to any girl. He was a nice enough man, but dull. When she'd argued with him, he hadn't contradicted her once! If only it had been the professor...but she couldn't imagine that man behaving so tamely. Besides, he didn't love her. "My dear girl," he had said, "you flatter yourself and me, too - I have no interest in you at all!"

Letitia Marsden had decided that men were not to be trusted. Then she met Dr. Jason Mourik van Nie, and he changed her mind. Learning to trust again wasn't easy for either of them. This time, Letitia vowed, there would be a happy ending. But then Jason got the wrong idea about one of her male friends…. Could a chance meeting set it right? Surely fate wasn't going to let a simple misapprehension stand in the way of true love?

After her parents' deaths, and her brother's departure for America, Jemima had no choice but to make a new life for herself. Since she wasn't trained for anything, that wasn't going to be easy. On the whole, she realized she had been very lucky to be taken on as companion-help to Lady Manderly, yet Jemima knew that her life was somehow unsatisfactory, and she felt unfulfi lled. Such thoughts might, of course, have something to do with Lady Manderly's nephew--Professor Alexander Cator!

Upon meeting Dr. Crispin van Sibbelt, Araminta Shaw found him to be bad tempered and, she had to admit, rather attractive Staying in Holland to nurse a sick relative provided the perfect opportunity for her to fall in love with him. But even though Crispin talked of marriage, Araminta discovered there was someone else close to his heart.What was she to do?

Emmy was plain and mousey – why would Ruerd look her way? Ermentrude Foster helped the family finances by working at St Luke's Hospital. While she often spoke her mind to Professor Ruerd ter Mennolt, who was sometimes impatient, he did offer practical aid with Emmy's difficulties. Ruerd couldn't understand why, with a beautiful fiancee in Anneliese, he troubled with Emmy, but he still invited her to his home in Holland for Christmas...

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"I shall not insult your intelligence by saying that I love you!" When Rauwerd van Kempler proposed to Tilly, he made it clear that their marriage was to be a union of convenience, nothing more. It would bring him a wife to run his home and partner him on social occasions. And Tilly would get the security of a roof over her head and a man who could be depended upon for all things practical. But suddenly Tilly finds herself wanting more from her new husband—something that wasn't part of their sensible agreement…. Betty Neels: - She is a USA Today bestselling author. - Her series novels consistently rank #1 in their month, averaging 16 percentage points above other titles. - The Best of Betty Neels titles have performed very well to date, with several achieving close to 60% NSR. - Since 1996 Betty published 21 consecutive #1 Harlequin Romance titles, including the most recent, A Good Wife (7/03). - Her novel Emma's Wedding (5/02) had a 61% NSR. - Betty wrote 134 books during her career with Harlequin Books and boasts over 30 million copies of her books in print.

He seemed to be everywhere It amazed Lucy how regularly Mr. der Linssen, the handsome Dutch doctor who taught one of her nursing classes, kept turning up in her life. She would bump into him at the hospital, at her home and even in Holland when she went on vacation. If only he knew she existed! But that wasn't likely, Lucy thought, since far prettier girls were obviously his for the asking. . .

Serena's life is turned upside down by Dutch consultant Marc ter Feulen. As her new boss, he is arrogant and demanding. As a man, he's altogether too attractive for Serena's peace of mind. Reissue.

Renowned consultant Alexander Fitzgibbon had made it clear from the start that their relationship was to remain strictly professional. Yet Florence couldn't help but wonder what lay behind his cool, efficient exterior. Could she break down the barrier and reach the man behind it?

For Olivia Harding, the offer of employment at an exclusive private girl's school had come as something of a godsend. With little experience, she hadn't expected to find a job so easily, let alone one that still bought her into contact with her former boss, the eminent Dutch surgeon, Haso van der Eisler. Of course, his frequent visits to the school had more to do with his goddaughter, Nel, than her own limited attractions. Nel was a lonely fatherless girl and that Haso should marry her glamorous mother seemed obvious to all but Olivia's stubborn heart.

AUCH DU SOLLST GLÜCKLICH SEIN von KATHRYN ROSS Eine einsame Insel - wie geschaffen für die Liebe. Alicia schmiegt sich in Dexters Arm und genießt ihren Hochzeitstag mit dem Mann, dessen Baby sie erwartet. Doch dann findet sie einen Brief, der alles auf den Kopf stellt. Sie muss ihn verlassen, obwohl sie niemals einen Mann so sehr geliebt hat wie ihn! ANGST VOR DER LIEBE, KATRINA? von BETTY NEELS Katrina und Professor Simon Glenville verbindet eine wunderbare Freundschaft! Beide spüren, dass da mehr sein könnte. Doch was, wenn ein "Ich liebe dich" alles zerstört? Während eines tosenden Gewitters nimmt Simon all seinen Mut zusammen ... MEIN BABY GEHÖRT MIR! von CATHERINE SPENCER Mit widersprüchlichen Gefühlen fährt die hübsche Imogen in ihre Heimatstadt Rosemont. Zehn Jahre hat sie nichts von Joe gehört, aber unvergesslich ist noch immer die Nacht, in der sie in seinen Armen die Liebe kennenlernte. Bis heute weiß Joe nichts von dem Baby, das kurz nach der Geburt starb. Wird sie ihn wiedersehen?

Tendre inconnu : Jean-Luc Fournier est-il l'homme dont elle a été amoureuse, dix ans auparavant ? Depuis que le chirurgien est arrivé à l'hôpital St James, Lauren Henderson est hantée par cette question à laquelle elle est incapable de répondre: une amnésie partielle causée par un coup à la tête a effacé six semaines de sa vie. Mais comment expliquer sinon le trouble indicible que Jean-Luc fait naître en elle? Un malaise la gagne toutefois à l'idée de lui demander s'ils ont eu une aventure ensemble. Une interrogation d'autant plus brûlante qu'elle a un enfant de neuf ans... Pour l'amour d'un chirurgien : Brillant chirurgien londonien, écrivain réputé et respecté... Patience Martin n'ignore pas qu'un monde la sépare de Julius van der Beek qui a loué pour six mois la maison familiale " pour être au calme, à la campagne " et écrire un nouvel ouvrage de médecine. Mais en sa présence, elle sent son cœur battre trop vite, trop fort. Une passion sans espoir, elle le sait, car il n'a d'yeux que pour la très belle et très élégante Sylvia qui papillonne autour de lui...

Marius van Houben je bohatý, atraktivní a nadmíru přitažlivý muž. Mohl by mít každou dívku, které by se mu zachtělo, přesto však zůstává sám. Caroline Frisbyová nemá žádnou šanci - anebo že by přece jen ona byla tou vyvolenou, na kterou se usmálo štěstí?

Jane je pevně rozhodnutá řešit si své problémy vlastními silami. Když se však ocitne opravdu v úzkých, přijde jí na pomoc Nikolaas. Je bohatý, vzdělaný a krásný - má ji však opravdu rád?

Katrině Gibbsové zbude po smrti tety Thirzy malý domek na anglickém venkově a oči pro pláč. Netuší však, že zdědí i Simona Glenvilleho, lékaře, který se o tetičku staral do poslední chvíle!

Nevýrazná dívka - Betty Neels: Když doktor James Forsyth potká Philomenu Selbyovou, je to láska na první pohled! Philly ale ví, že James je zasnoubený a že se této okouzlující ženě nikdy nemůže rovnat. James však pozná Phillyinu vnitřní krásu a rozhodne se přesvědčit ji, že jedině ona je tou správnou ženou pro něj! Skvělý tah - Liz Fielding: Byl by to snad jen bláznivý nápad provdat se za Marka Hilliarda a zaopatřit tak jeho malou dcerku? Jane, Markova sekretářka, si to nemyslí, a tak když jí Mark manželství nabídne, velmi ráda souhlasí. Neuvědomí si však, jaká úskalí jí tento svazek přinese...

Vánoční příběh Bezprostřední Theodosie vnese závan čerstvého vzduchu do konzervativního života profesorem Bendincka. Může od něj ale očekávat víc než přátelství? ------ Vánoce v Outbacku Mít okouzlujícího a neodolatelného manžela je sice příjemné, ale že to má i své stinné stránky, o tom se na vlastní kůži přesvědčí Rowena Warrenderová. ------ Sářiny první Vánoce Setkání tří osamělých bytostí zrovna na Štědrý den je jakoby znamením osudu. Toto setkání je i jejich velkou šancí na nový společný život. ------- Požehnání Vánoc Právě o Vánocích hrozí, že téměř ideální manželský pár se málem rozejde kvůli závažnému rozhodnutí: mít, či nemít potomka? ------

Co naplat. Vedle své krásné a exkluzivní sestry nemá nenápadná a skromná Mary Jane u doktora Thomase Latimera šanci, i kdyby ho milovala sebevíc. Jenže doktor Latimer vyznává jiné hodnoty...!!

Doktor Valentine Seymour je určitě výborný dětský lékař, ale Daisy ho nemá ráda od prvního okamžiku, kdy ho uviděla. Nedůvěřuje mu, bojí se ho - a obdivuje ho. Proč si jí vůbec všímá? Proč se jí snaží pomáhat?

Vypočítavá nevěsta - Emma přišla o otce a spolu s ním o veškerý majetek a život v přepychu. Na rozdíl od zhýčkané matky se však dokáže poprat s osudem. Setkání s doktorem Roelem van Dykeem se pro ni stane osudným a Emma si musí sama sobě přiznat, že se pomalu, ale jistě zamilovala. Vypůjčené dítě - Parick Dalton se vrací domů z ciziny a ve svém domě najde cizí mladou ženu s dítětem. Pohled na ně mu znovu vyvolá hořké vzpomínky na minulost, kdy ztratil vlastní dítě a manželku. Když však zjistí, jak se k němu do bytu Jessie dostala, není pro něj lehké ji jen tak odvrhnout.

Život se s milou a přátelskou dívkou Henriettou nijak nemazlí. V krátké době přijde o práci i střechu nad hlavou. Ještěže se čirou náhodou seznámila s Adamem Ross-Pittem. Adam ani neví jak, a najednou má potřebu Henriettu všemožně chránit a pomáhat jí. A postupně zjišťuje, že si život bez ní neumí představit...

Od prvního dne se k Julii její nový šéf, profesor Simon van der Driesma, chová s chladnou odtažitostí. Nezdá se, že by si zrovna padli do oka. Tak proč Julii profesor stále nejde z hlavy? A proč se profesor nemůže pořádně soustředit na práci a stále před sebou vidí svoji krásnou sekretářku?

Francescu Haleyovou a Kristinu Mabryovou, hrdinky dvou romantických příběhů o lásce, spojuje vysoká citlivost a pevné odhodlání vyřešit nelehkou životní situaci, ve které se ocitly. Obě neúnavně hledají svou vlastní cestu za štěstím! Obsahuje povídky: Nečekaný návrh, Hra na lásku

Sophie má v nemocnici práce nad hlavu. Rozhodně nemá čas poslouchat obdivné řeči ostatních sester o šikovném a krásném holandském doktorovi Rijkovi. Rijk si však vždycky najde příležitost, aby se nějak dostal do její blízkosti - a Sophii to rozhodně není nepříjemné!

Alethea je stále zoufale zamilovaná do Nicka, který ji hluboce ranil a ponížil. Doktor van Diederijk se jí snaží pozvednout sebevědomí a znenadání ji překvapí nabídkou k sňatku. Odcházejí do Holandska - Aletheina vděčnost se pomalu mění v lásku, ale van Diederijk zůstává stále chladný...?!

Betty Neelsová / Láska na první pohled - I malá automobilová nehoda může mít nedozírné následky. Mladá a nezkušená Sára Beckwithová, která je s rodiči na dovolené v Holandsku, okouzlí ošetřujícího lékaře Litrika Ter Breukela. Ale láska na první pohled není tak jednoduchá, jak se zdá..... Carole Mortimerová / Muž, kterého si vezmu - Merry Bakerová se jako svobodná matka pomalu smiřuje s osudem, že manželství není pro ni. Do jejího života však zčista jasna vstoupí Zack Kingston, který je odhodlaný učinit Merry šťastnou! Penny Jordanová / Ohňostroj lásky - Když se Belle neočekávaně setká se svým bývalým manželem Lucem, je z toho trochu vyvedená z míry. Při vzpomínkách najednou dávno uhaslý plamen jejich lásky znovu vzplane a promění se v ohňostroj plný vášně a neutuchající touhy.

Skromná a milá dívka Emmy se zamiluje do profesora Ruerda ter Mennolta, ví však, že si nemůže dělat žádné naděje. Vždyť profesor si má zanedlouho brát pyšnou a zářivou Anneliesu. Anebo je to všechno trochu jinak?

Zdravotní sestra Annis pomáhá ve výzkumné základně na Špicberkách lékaři Jakovi. Je velmi zklamaná, když náhle zjistí, že její láska, výzkumník Ola, je ženatý. Čeká jí však další překvapení, když ji doktor Jake požádá o ruku.

Beatricin život uprostřed anglického venkova se zdá klidný a idylický. Ale jen do okamžiku, kdy se objeví dva muži: zábavný mladý Colin a spolehlivý, i když o něco starší Oliver. Pozná Beatrice, který z nich je ten pravý?