HE WAS LONG AND LEAN AND WORE A STAR

And to Melinda Morrow's triplets, he was a wonderful pal. But to Melinda herself, well that was a different story! Sure, deputy sheriff Carl Cutler's calm strength made her feel safe–but it also made her remember she was a woman. Something she swore she never wanted to feel again.

Carl, on the other hand, very much enjoyed making Melinda shiver! He loved spending time with Melinda and her kids–and then going home. Until this dyed-in-the-wool bachelor began making excuses to hang around the rambunctious tots–and their lovely mother. And suddenly marriage wasn't the scariest thought he'd ever had….