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The Souvenir
Emma Nichols - 2016
Snark and heart make The Souvenir a novel that will leave readers desperate for more.
Wren Jacobs—a twenty-something corporate trainer— would like to announce the birth of her baby, Taylor, named after the artist singing "Bad Blood" during the conception. Mother and child are adjusting nicely and ready to welcome visitors, especially the father, Brady Conner. Despite a few too many misunderstandings, Wren never stopped loving Brady…and would love the opportunity to thank him for her souvenir from their relationship who weighed in at a whopping 8lbs 5oz, effectively ruining her after an unintentional natural delivery. Taylor's birth will forever remind Wren of the first day of summer, the last time she was ever able to wear a bikini, and that she'll probably never go to a bar again.
Follow Wren and Brady as they navigate through the tricky dating scene in this touching romantic comedy, and fall in love with the souvenir of their relationship.
Hot Boss
Suzanne Hart - 2020
Close and distant.I don’t know what he wants. What he wants from me. If he even wants me around.I might end up losing my job because we can’t keep our hands off each other.He loves his son, he’s a good parent…but he has a past.His ex.His military past.He has walls up around him and I know I can’t get past them.The only thing I can do is go on living my life.Try and pretend like he doesn’t exist.I just hope I don’t end up doing something stupid…just to forget him. Just to get him off my mind.But I have a secret too. I’m running from something too. I hope he never finds out.
By the Book
Scarlett Parrish - 2011
A librarian by day, in the evenings he's a man whose tastes are anything but vanilla. So when local writer Daniel Cross appears in the library one afternoon with the aim of doing some research, Reece has a hard time not noticing how attractive he is, or what feels like chemistry between them. They exchange a few words and Daniel's business card, an interlude which Reece puts down to networking rather than flirtation.After all, he has his girlfriend Georgia to go home to and her best friend: a threesome to help his birthday go literally with a bang. Reece, being a gentleman (most of the time), has no objection to returning the favor, especially as his new friend Daniel seems all too willing to be their third for an evening. Georgia sees their triangle as nothing more than a temporary bit of fun but Reece...? He’ll eventually have to own up to breaking the unwritten rules of their relationship or close the book on a growing attraction to Daniel. Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: Male/male sexual practices, menage (m/f/m, f/m/f with female interaction).
The Second Chance Patriot
Anne-Marie Meyer - 2019
Zach "The Stud" Stedman has it all. As an Offensive Lineman for the Georgia Patriots, life couldn't get any better. Until Danielle returns. Danielle is just trying to survive. As a single, working mom, she's put her past behind her and is trying to do what's best for her son. Reuniting with Zach was not part of her plan. If only Zach wasn't so nice. If only she were stronger. If only he wasn't the exact thing that's been missing in her life, then keeping a secret from him wouldn't be so hard. If you love second chance romances with heroes that make your heart pound, you'll love The Second Chance Patriot. PLUS, Jonathan Braxton, from the Braxton Brother's series makes an appearance in this book as Zach's best friend. Grab it today!
The Forbidden Man
Elle Wright - 2015
But his latest betrayal just days before their wedding is too big to ignore. Shocking her friends and family, she calls off the engagement. She walks out on Den . . . and into the arms of his brother, Morgan.Known as a player, Morgan Smith has secretly spent years fighting his feelings for Sydney. When Den's latest dirty deed leaves Sydney devastated, Morgan can't stop himself from coming to her rescue. What begins as friendship quickly escalates into all-consuming passion. Despite their intense connection, Sydney would rather deny her desire than come between brothers. But as Morgan is determined to make Sydney his, Den won't give her up without a fight . . .
The Complete Irreparable Boxed Set
Sam Mariano - 2016
He should never have been her first anything. Now she's the match setting the fire. The flames licking away at his life. And the last person who wants to hurt him. *** Willow and Ethan's complete story, includes both Irreparable Damage and Irreparable Lives. *** Despite being the illegitimate daughter of a Chicago Mafioso, Willow Kensington hasn't exactly lived the life of a gangster's progeny-she hardly ever speaks to her father. Instead, she leads a nice, quiet existence at home with her family, surrounded by friends and a steady boyfriend. Her biggest problem is having to pick which college to attend. Until the day after her 18th birthday, when Willow is abducted by a group of sex-traffickers. Private investigator Ethan Wilde has too many responsibilities to put his life on the line for a paycheck, but when his latest job has him infiltrating a sex-trafficking ring to rescue a missing girl, he ends up doing just that. Before he can safely extract himself from the violent band of criminals, his loyalties are put to the test, and Ethan ends up getting in much deeper than he ever wanted to. Despite the heinous acts he's witnessed and partaken in, Ethan knows their only means of escape is playing out his original scenario-even if a pair of accusing gray eyes might be haunting him for the rest of his life. Even if he's not so sure he's one of the good guys anymore. Even if she makes sure everyone knows he isn't. Her salvation could be his downfall. He's determined to save her anyway. ** Mature/sensitive themes and content, only intended for readers 18+ **
Promise Me, Cowboy
C.J. Carmichael - 2013
Unfortunately, bronco rider Dawson O’Dell neglected to mention he was married the night he invited her to his bed after they’d both placed first in their rodeo events. When his wife walked in on them – Sage was deeply hurt and humiliated. After an accident in the ring the next day, Sage decides she’s quitting the rodeo–and cowboys—to become a chocolatier in her hometown ranching community, Marietta, Montana. She’s doing just fine, but then Dawson shows up —five years later, with a little girl in tow. He’s here for the Copper Mountain Rodeo hoping to win big. But he’s also got plans of settling down with his daughter and buying a house—the very same one that Sage has been dreaming about. He says he’s here for her and he’s making lots of promises. But can he keep them?
Rookie
J.L. Paul - 2013
Lead singer of a popular rock band and owner of Ross Records, Rob becomes the best friend Sidney’s ever had.But Sidney’s feelings for Rob change. She fights them as hard as she can, not only because she’s afraid she’ll lose her friend, but also because his ex-wife is around, trying to reconcile with him.Sidney’s past returns to haunt her, putting her in danger and in closer proximity to Rob. Life becomes complicated, entangling her in drama. Sidney must hold on to the new life she’s found with both hands or watch it slip through her fingers, leaving her lonelier than before.
Rocked Senseless: A Stand-Alone Rock Star Romance
Alyson Hale - 2019
When he opened his deep, dark eyes, I felt something I’ve never felt for any man before.Too bad I didn’t realize the beautiful, brooding man was Logan Young, my drummer and best friend.Not only could my feelings destroy a fifteen-year friendship, but his girlfriend’s father holds our fate as musicians in his hands. One false move, and our careers are over.Is that a risk we’re both willing to take? Or will the duet of our love song remain a solo?NOTE: This full-length stand-alone rock star romance contains a sassy rock chick and a dirty-talking drummer boy. The road to their HEA is a bumpy ride. Certain events in this book may trigger some readers. Proceed with caution (and maybe a box of tissues).
Fight or Fall
Anne Leigh - 2014
A tortured soul. A man betrayed. This is NOT your typical fighter story. In this arena where fame and glory are at stake. One man seeks to find the humanity he once possessed. He fights not for honor but for redemption. He lives by these rules. Break. Bleed. Fight. Live. For love.
Matchplay
Dakota Madison - 2013
So when her father drops her off at college to start her freshman year, his words of advice to his bookish daughter are to start acting like a young person and finally have some fun. The Guy: College senior, Aaron Donovan, aka Mr. Hot-and-Knows-It, is President of The Clubhouse, a social club for the college's most wealthy and popular guys. Aaron can have any girl on campus except the one who challenges and excites him the most--Rainy Dey. The Tournament: Every year, the senior members of The Clubhouse engage in a golf-inspired tournament to see who can sleep with the most freshman girls. When Rainy finds out about The Tournament, she believes Aaron's only interest in her is to score points by taking her V-Card. The Challenge: Can Aaron convince Rainy that his feelings for her are true and that she won't be just another notch on his tournament scorecard? This new adult romance contains language and content indented for adult readers (18+).
Me After You
Mindy Hayes - 2013
Devastated, broke, and alone, I have no choice but to return to my hometown, a town I fled to escape the sorrow and memories it holds.Six years ago, Dean Preston left Willowhaven. He destroyed our future, our budding love, and me as he rode off on his motorcycle never to be heard from again. Until Now.Here we stand. Two people whose lives have changed in ways we never could’ve predicted. Our road to healing is paved with old wounds threatening to tear us down.Carrying our scars close to our hearts, we’ll have to confront what’s gone before or lose our second chance.The measure of who we are is what we survive. Who we become is up to us.
Compromising Circumstances
S.K. Hardy - 2014
But soon, the very issue that separated them three years ago resurfaces and turns their lives upside down. This time it’s not a matter of finding a way to deal with their obstacles as a couple; the question is if they even want toThrown together by their best friends, Roman and Lyrica decide to keep the one night of lust they shared between the two of them. In fact, they’d prefer to forget it ever happened. When the four of them take a trip to Mexico, suppressed desires lurking on the sidelines rise to the surface. Rome and Lyrica are thrown into a passionate affair neither of them wanted or expected. The whirlwind relationship happens so fast that they make the mistake of neglecting to get to know each other as intimately out of bed as they’ve done between the sheets. In COMPROMISING CIRCUMSTANCES, choices made in two relationships catapult both couples into compromising situations that could end up costing them…everything. Other books by S.K. Hardy: SIN CITY HEAT SERIES, Buried Secrets(1), Twisted Obsessions(2), Beginning of an Eclipse(Prequel), No Secrets No Lies (3), Angel’s Wrath(4), Shadows of Deceit (5) BARRON TRILOGY: Being Barron, Being Barron 2: Reed & Skye THE HONEY TRAP SINS AND BETRAYALS
Drilled
Teagan Kade - 2016
Chance ‘Gunner’ Adams –- quarterback, superstar womanizer, and panty slayer extraordinaire. He wants me. He wants me bad, but I’m not about to become another notch on his girthy bedpost. I came to Los Angeles to get away from my past, to start fresh. I don’t need trouble, especially the muscly, abs-of-marble kind. The problem? As team masseuse it’s my job to get hands on with this as*hole. I’ll be working on every hard, intimate area of his body. But if he thinks he can treat me like any other girl who stirs his pants, he’s wrong. After all, I’m a professional… right? We both want a happy ending, but sooner or later my past will catch up with me, and the Mob’s not big on mercy. I need more than a smart mouth. I need a savior -- one whose talent for mayhem doesn’t end when the fourth quarter’s over. For once in my life, I need someone who knows how to play dirty. Drilled is a full-length bad boy romance with a happily ever after and no cheating. For a limited time, it also includes bestselling novel Stroker as a bonus. FREE BAD BOY EBOOK! Sign up to my VIP list and receive a copy of Burned: A Bad Boy Romance plus special offers, ARCs, date releases and more!
The Shortstop
A.M. Madden - 2015
Even though Quint was only five, Annie wasn’t just his neighbor. She would become his best friend and the love of his life. Annie wasn’t interested in dolls, or girly things when growing up. A tomboy at heart, having a boy as a best friend suited her just fine. That same boy captured her heart.Quint had two passions, his girl and baseball. From kindergarten to college, Quint tore up every baseball diamond he played on. His position was shortstop. His talent was undeniable. Professional ball was most definitely in his future, and he was ready for it. Annie would be right by his side. When everything in life is perfect, it’s hard to imagine heartbreak in any form. Quint wasn’t immune to its power. This shortstop had no idea what any form of heartbreak could do to his perfect world. When it hit, there were many casualties left in its wake…the most important one was Annie. Can a person be prepared for, understand, or even endure a misfortune if they’ve never experienced one before? In Quint Lawson’s case the answer is no.The Shortstop is a contemporary romance stand alone novel meant for readers who are 18+ due to mature content.