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The Hendersons: Three sisters and the journeys of their hearts
Clare Connelly - 2016
THE GREEK'S MARRIAGE REVENGE Alessandros Petrides has spent a lifetime looking out for his younger sister. He might have amassed a fortune and built a reputation for himself as a heartless tycoon, but when it comes to family, he'll always make time for Helena. So when she informs him that her husband Eric is having an affair with their nanny, Alessandros doesn't hesitate to put himself right in the middle of the love triangle. He'll do anything it takes to save his sister's marriage, even if it means seducing the nanny into his own bed. Nothing in Sophie Henderson's life could have prepared her for how she would feel to meet a man like Alex. Not only is he charismatic and sexy, he exudes an air of danger that Sophie can't resist. Lust at first sight turns quickly into love and when he proposes marriage, she doesn't need to think twice. Why would she? Spending the rest of her life with Alex is a dream come true... until she discovers that their marriage is based on lies and revenge and a dark attraction that will consume her if she lets it. THE SHEIKH'S CONVENIENT MISTRESS The business which brings Sheikh Zamir Fayez to the deserts of Las Vegas is far from pleasant, and it's vital that it be kept secret. After all, the last thing he needs is news of his brother's drug addiction hitting the tabloids. Enter Olivia Henderson, a celebrity concierge who specialises in meeting the requirements of her clients no matter how difficult they might be. Only nothing in Olivia's experience has prepared her for a man like Zamir. He's domineering, arrogant and sexy, and he makes no effort to hide the fact that he wants Olivia in more ways than the professional. Nothing in their relationship is certain, but for one thing: that it must end. For Zamir will be King, and the hopes of a nation rest upon his shoulders. Olivia is a perfect distraction in his moment of need but she's hardly wife material. So why does he find it so hard to leave her, even when his duty calls him? And will he ever forgive her for how quickly she moves on? THE BRAZILIAN'S FORGOTTEN LOVER A secret child. A romance in tatters. And a thousand reasons Cristiano and Ava can never be together. After the death of her mother and the heartbreak of leaving Cristiano, Ava Henderson finally has her life on track. She's running the family vineyards and raising her beautiful daughter single-handedly. But a chance reunion with the love of her life makes her doubt everything she's worked to build. Cristiano had been right to leave when Ava asked him to. What choice did he have? She had always wanted a completely different life to what he could offer. And that life was more important to her than anything else. But three years later, he's back in the sleepy wine-growing district of Western Australia, and the same electrifying connection sparks between them as though no time has passed. Just as he's starting to wonder if maybe lightning does strike twice, he discovers something about Ava that will change his feelings forever. How can he forgive a woman who lied to him? Who kept his own child away from him? And how can he move forward, sharing a child with a woman he's now starting to despise ...
Sugar Coated Cowboys #1-3
Stephanie Berget - 2018
Pursued by a loan shark bent on retrieving gambling debts owed by her deadbeat ex-boyfriend, she finds the perfect hiding place at the remote Circle W Ranch in central Oregon. More at home with city life, cupcakes, and croissants than beef, beans, and bacon, she has to convince the ranch owner she’s up to the job of feeding his cowhands. Micah West’s ranch cook quit without notice. With his crew of hungry cowboys about to mutiny, he hires Cary on a temporary basis, just until he finds the right man to fill the job. But, maintaining a hands-off policy toward his sexy new cook becomes tougher than managing a herd of wild-eyed Herefords. Sweet Cowboy Kisses Kade Vaughn’s goal is to ride Swamp Fox. The rank bull has bucked him off twice and given him a severe concussion to boot. On a forced vacation at his friend’s ranch, he comes face to face with a temptress in a Cleopatra wig working in the local diner. She’s the girl he left behind, and who he’d give nearly anything to have back in his arms. To get through each day, Pansy Lark pretends to be famous, strong women who took what they wanted from life. Once a champion barrel racer with a bright future, and a cowboy she loved, she’s lost it all. When Kade walks back into her life, she must decide if real strength is in forgiveness. Cowboy’s Sweetheart Byron Garrett has discovered a passion for the land, his horses, and the cowboy way of life on the Circle W Ranch. Far from his controlling father’s demands, he found peace and created the lifestyle he always wanted. That life doesn’t include a woman--or the complications that come with love. After a long search, Vivi Beckett found home in the beautiful wilds of Oregon. With an inheritance left when she was orphaned, she plans to buy a studio and create her sculptures. Her dreams are put at risk when she discovers her inheritance is in jeopardy. To make matters worse, after meeting the quiet cowboy, Vivi suspects her art won’t be enough to bring her happiness. With Byron’s help, can she salvage her dreams and become a cowboy’s sweetheart? Do you love strong heroines and steadfast cowboys, you'll love the Sugar Coated Cowboys series. Join the men and women of the Circle W Ranch.
Montgomery House (The Lighthearted Collection)
Katharine E. Hamilton - 2017
Unfortunately, rumors spread of mysterious happenings haunting the property, and the only contractor willing to take on the project is Jackson Dean, the long lost nephew of her grandmother’s chief enemy. Jackson Dean moves to Georgia to reignite his family relations, but his work poses a threat to a peaceful transition. He accepts the job on Montgomery House to prove his skills as a contractor, but what he is not expecting are his feelings towards the granddaughter of Sissy Montgomery, and his personal quest to mend more than just the house. Elizabeth and Jackson must learn to work together on more than just construction, and their hearts must face more than just family prejudice. Can years of family rivalry truly be forgiven?
This Delicious Life
Lekshmi Gopinathan - 2021
A story that makes you hungry and feeds your soul. From Jaffna Crab Curry to Mor Kuzhambu, Spinach Casseroles and Tiramisu, nestled in the tiny fishing village of Iraalpatinam, comes a delicious and heartwarming tale of food, life and love. Meet the valiant lady sarpanch, the food blogger in search of peace, the able District Collector, a nomadic football coach and the beautiful fisher folks of this quaint village all bound together by their love for food. A yummy story of friendship, love and spices.
Soldier's Curvy Bride (Steamy Alpha BBW Romance)
Amber Branley - 2019
But when I take a drive into town to pay my electric bill, I lay eyes on my soulmate. I used to laugh at the idea of love at first sight, but now I know it exists. Because I fall for Hannah the second I see her. She's everything I've ever wanted. Curvy, cute, and with a sweet personality. And those long, thick legs - God, I can't stop thinking about them. But I'm a broken man with a checkered past, and she's a goody-two-shoes type girl who wouldn't go for guys like me. But I can't stand not having her, and I know she's the one for me. I'm going to do everything I can to win this girl over. I'm going to make Hannah Thompson my curvy forever. I'm going to make her my bride. Hannah: I just moved here three weeks ago, and I haven't met anyone. I'm so tired of my new boss flirting with me, but I feel like I'll have to get used to it. I've all but given up on finding a good, decent man. But that was before I laid eyes on Darryl Anson - the most gorgeous guy I've ever seen. He's a combat veteran who seems like the perfect guy - handsome, muscular, and a total gentleman. But I'm a curvy girl who could stand to lose a few pounds, and I feel like he could get so much better than me. A guy like him wouldn't be into me, would he? I can't stop thinking about him, and I can't focus on my work. All I can do is daydream about Darryl, and wish that I had him in my arms... The only thing that can calm me down is knowing that I have him, so I'm going to do everything I can to get this handsome alpha and call him my own... I want this good looking soldier to be my forever mate... I want to be his curvy bride. Soldier's Curvy Bride is an instant-love, happy-ever-after steamy alpha BBW romance story, featuring an older alpha male with a younger BBW. This is a standalone story.
Owned by the Billionaire (Owned #2)
Tristan Rivers - 2021
My touch awakens her hunger.I’ll show her the darker side of pleasure. The freedom that comes from being in my control.And though she might fight her own desires, she’ll come to crave the peace the feels in her place at my feet, on her knees, owned by me.Owned by the Billionaire is a stand-alone romance with dark themes.
No Strings Attached
Bella Grant - 2017
Whatever I want, I buy. I need a sexy escort for the evening - the best money can buy. When the annoying girl I –met on the plane is on the list, I can’t refrain from hiring her. She was stunningly beautiful, though she seemed a little stupid, and since I didn’t like her, the evening should be “clean”, just the way I wanted. No strings attached. No sex. No commitments. But I was wrong, and I hate being wrong. JACIE: I’m a “clean escort”, the summer job I took hoping to make some extra cash. A clean escort means no ties…or sex. Just dates with lonely men who take me to fancy places. All is going well until the jerk from the plane hires me for the evening. I’m furious and want to refuse, but I have bills to pay. A few hours won’t hurt. Plus, he’s incredibly sexy. I expect to have a horrible night, but I go home with him and give him my virginity. So much for being a “clean” escort. NO STRINGS ATTACHED is a full-length Sexy Romance with an HEA, no cheating, and no cliffhanger! This copy contains another full-length romance story.
Heartland Stars (A Heartland Cowboy Christmas Sweet Romance Book 7)
Jessie Gussman - 2022
Sheikh's Purchased Princess
Sophia Lynn - 2016
When Emily Dorne is kidnapped off the street, she has no idea what kind of dangers await her—or what long forgotten feelings will be stirred up by the man who buys her. Her crush from high school is no longer a starry-eyed boy; he’s a powerful and sexy sheikh, and he’s ready to make Emily his. The last person Sheikh Adnan al Mahsi expected to see during his sting operation was an old flame. Now that he has her in his sights again, he wants to explore the sizzling heat between them. But will Emily let him, or will she run? Note: Story contains steamy scenes of passion and romance between an alpha Sheikh and a passionate young woman.
Don't Kiss Your Brother's Sworn Enemy (Don't Kiss! Series Book 1)
Elle Gonzales - 2020
Well, according to her twin brother Cole, that is. Cole's resentment toward him has been there for as long as she can remember.So it goes without saying that she needs to stay away from Jake if she wants to keep the peace. That should be easy, right?Except there's one problem: Jake is assigned as her partner for a school paper. And as if that's not enough, she also needs his help to get back in her best friend's good graces.Callie knows that getting close to him is not a good idea. Too bad she's starting to like him...
Summer on the Turquoise Coast
Lilac Mills - 2018
Nina likes her life exactly as it is. Happy(ish) in her job, and with no love interests on the horizon she knows she can’t get hurt if she doesn’t rock the boat. But Nina’s octogenarian grandmother, Flossie, has plans to drag Nina kicking and screaming from her comfort zone.Arriving on the turquoise coast Nina’s plans for a quiet holiday are blown out of the water by the sheer amounts of vodka, adult games of "pin the tail on the donkey" and tabletop dancing - and that's just her gran!
Join Nina and Flossie for Summer on the Turquoise Coast as they learn to let go, enjoy the time they have and maybe even find love in the process.
Snow Angels
Elizabeth Gill - 2001
Then his elder brother, Edward, marries the beautiful Helen Harrison, and the minute Gil lays eyes on her he falls deeply, passionately in love. Only Abby recognizes the fire in him and it shatters the bond between them. Abby turns to a man she thinks will make her happy enough, and joins a glittering but shallow social scene, but she cannot forget Gil Collingwood and the snow angels they made so long ago.
Kissed
Tess Thompson - 2020
Yet when the darling woman known as Mama Soto to half of Cliffside Bay meets the handsome Dominic Perry, she's suddenly ready for her dry spell to end. Even if the rich and powerful Dominic could never be serious about a nobody like her, Rosa is more than happy to have his company, and his kiss, for one New Year's Eve. But when the pair is still kissing in stolen moments almost a year later, Rosa has fallen for the big man with the chocolate eyes despite knowing he will eventually grow tired of her. Can she brace herself for the disappointment, or will a Christmas surprise save her from a broken heart?
Every Kind of Way
A. Jones - 2018
Marley and Drexel had been dating for two years, and best friends for even longer. On paper they made sense, on paper they were the ideal goals, but in her heart, she knew they were never supposed to be. Drexel didn’t give her butterflies. He didn’t make her heart race. Her body flush with heat or her sex thump. No, he didn’t ignite her desire. He didn’t make her choose recklessness over common sense. Risk over safety. No one man could do that and do it so well. Well… Demetri Savant. The walking embodiment of pure unadulterated sex. The only man to make her abandon every bit of her morals. The only person to singlehandedly challenge the life she settled for. He was a risk she craved, but she was used to safety. Torn between her heart and hurting another, what will Marley choose? Better yet, who will she choose?
Unleash That River
Dhaval Rathod - 2018
It springs spontaneously from the lofty hearts and makes its own way to unite with its generous reciprocators. At times, it becomes dry and seeks the abundance of a big-hearted lover. In other scenarios, the river gets frozen and looks for the warmth of a passionate soul. And in some cases, it may just be ready and waiting to leap forth from its humble abode. All it takes is just a little stroke of fate for that river to unleash itself and flow in its full glory.'Unleash That River' is an anthology of six short stories of love and contemporary romance.1) Keys: When Dhyey returns home to meet his mother after several months, he discovers that she has started sharing the house with a beautiful tenant, Nishita who not only holds the key to his house, but to his locked heart as well.2) Dot Every 'i' And Cross Every 't':Varun and Puja met for the first time through an arranged marriage proposal. However, in order to make sure that they are the ones who can really complement each other for the rest of their lives, they must take a step out of their comfort zones, and do something unprecedented and outright crazy.3) Why Not:Neel and Rashi both have miserably failed at their first romantic endeavor. Will they keep cursing their rotten luck and ask why? Or will they reclaim the charge of their lives to embrace the second chance and say why not?4) Immeasurable Nouns:Aditi and Kartik are the academic stars of their class and each other’s arch rivals. Aditi hates boys. But Kartik secretly loves her. To win her heart, he must wait for the right moment and make every move cautiously. One day, during an English class, that moment presents itself in its full bloom.5) Madly In Marriage:Swayam and Soniya have not left any stone unturned to avoid marrying each other. But their families see this union as a match made in heaven and are hellbent to see it through. 6) Hearts And Ice-creams:Tushar is obsessed with finding his childhood crush who disappeared out of his life without a clue. Fifteen years later, will he be able to move on or destiny has yet to play its last trick?