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Ring Me


Nora Flite - 2020
     We met three days ago. Now we're getting married. Here are the facts: I hate weddings. I hate relationships. I don't believe in love. Lucky me, none of that matters to Conner Whynn. He's the gorgeous slice of beefcake I met up with for a single night of fun. And it WAS fun. Unforgettable, actually. But now that he knows all my secrets, I can't ever see him again. That's my rule. So why am I going to have to stare at his brutally handsome face every day for the next week? Because my mother is my world. I'll do anything to help her out—even snag a pretend fiancé. Conner is my only option on such short notice. Seven days with a stranger. After that, we can split. Which is what I want. Or . . . I did. Here are the NEW facts: I still hate weddings. I don't hate THIS relationship . . . And I believe our fake love can become real.

Ringer: A New Year's Romance: The Doyles, a Boston Irish Mafia Romance


Sophie Austin - 2019
    Everything Alexandra doesn't want in her perfect little world this Christmas. Alexandra Winthrop is the perfect girl next door. She's sweet and innocent. Works at a pet shelter for Christ's sake. But I want to be the mutt on the end of her chain. I'll follow Alex anywhere, especially when she tells me she's in danger. Someone's been following her. So when she shows up to the gym for a self-defense class, I show her all my moves. But that's not enough. I can't let her out of my sight until I know she's safe. This Christmas, she's getting a personal bodyguard. Me. And maybe I'll get a little somethin' from Alix too. Ringer is a fast-paced, second chance single dad romance that will have you humming Christmas carols while things heat up between the pages. This New Year's romance will have you dreaming of fresh starts, second chances, and new beginnings just in time for a new decade to start. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a heartwarming, sizzling hot HEA.

Libra Ascending


Tamar Sloan - 2021
    One Task. Save the universe.Brielle has never been normal - she sees things no-one else does. But as it looks like she’s about to be adopted after growing up in an orphanage, she’s the closest she’s ever come. All she has to do is act...well, normal.The new guy in town, Tristan, is anything but that. On the first day she meets him, he starts talking to her of visions and aliens and a darkness so evil, it will take twelve Zodiac heirs to defeat it. Brielle knows she should run the other way, as fast as she possibly can. If only she wasn’t so undeniably drawn to him…When assassins attack and Brielle can no longer deny she has powers, she begins to wonder—is Tristan telling the truth? Are there others like her? Are her feelings so powerful because she and Tristan are soulmates? And ultimately, will Brielle have to sacrifice everything she’s ever wanted so she can join a daunting fight to save the universe?

Twisted Little Thing


Linnea May - 2019
    I have it all. But that doesn’t force me to hang out with a bunch of boring & wealthy narcissists.I just want to blow off some steam and mingle with a crowd more to my liking. But when I see her on the dance floor, I’m reminded of what I really want—what I really need. A girl like her. Beautiful, strong-willed and offbeat. Nicky tries to fend me off with her sassy attitude, but her attempts are futile. I can see the twisted little thing she really is. I can't wait to tame her, break her and show her how much she needs this.But can she really commit the way I need her to? No one ever challenged me on this like she does.No one ever made me question everything I am.No one ever made me… reconsider.

Nine Tails 5: Void Shift


J.L. Weil - 2019
    Karina and Devyn are on the run. No destination in mind. Sleeping in random hotels. And running from a band of faes sent to kill her. Sounds like a good time...if you were insane. There was nothing glamorous about Karina’s current situation, except for Devyn St. Cyr. The Shaman born to protect her, but Karina can’t seem to stop thinking about his lips, his eyes, his hands, and how he makes her feel. The last thing she should be doing is falling in love. Karina struggles to control her powers. The stronger she gets, the harder it becomes for her. She always knew there would come a time when she would have to travel to the Second Moon, but it might be sooner than she is prepared for.

The Rainbow Years


Rita Bradshaw - 2006
    Her cousin torments her as she grows up and when she gets the chance to marry a rather older and apparently loving man she seizes the chance to escape what is becoming a dangerous situation. Tragically she's gone from the frying pan into the fire and endures some difficult years with a violent husband, made bearable only by the arrival of a baby. When tragedy strikes, she joins the WAAF at the start of WWII; in her new life she keeps her marriage a secret and eventually falls in love with a Spitfire pilot, Nick. Her chance of happiness with him seems to be blighted, though, when fate compels her to care for her now ailing husband: but her suffering has not, in the end, been in vain, and Nick will be waiting when the time is right.

Sleepers: Shifters Confidential Romance Collection


Juniper Hart - 2020
    Can he reach me in time?I was recruited for a top-secret mission, and I was at the top of my game.Dex Rousseau, my instructor and handler, liked me the most out of all the recruits.He had captivating ways of making that very clear.My only regret was leaving him behind, but we had known our affair was going to end the day my placement began.My mission was simple: I was supposed to live in Germany until I was activated.That all changed when my memories were erased.Had I known how quickly things were going to spiral out of control, I would have never left Dex's side.Too late for regrets now.Especially with a hybrid baby on the way.Books in this Paranormal Romance CollectionWolf's HowlDragon's RoarBear's GrowlVampire's BiteShifters Confidential EpilogueAuthor’s note: Explicit love scenes, naughty language, and lots of sexy shifters. Intended for 18+ audiences.

Breathless


Elizabeth Kelly - 2016
    Amanda Martin isn’t interested in nice guys and she’s spent her entire life chasing after the bad ones. Too bad it’s left her broken hearted and convinced true love is a myth. When she meets accountant, Max Westman – a giant of a man and the very epitome of the nice guy – she ignores their unexpected chemistry and insists on friendship only. But the discovery that Max’s nice guy demeanor hides a dirty mind and an even filthier mouth forces Amanda to question her beliefs. If nice guys are so dull, why exactly does she keep imagining a naked Max tied to her bed? Max wants Amanda as more than just a friend and he’s determined to show her that, sometimes, even nice guys are very good at being very bad. Please note that while this is a standalone book – you would have a better understanding of the characters if you read The Tempted Series first. Author’s Note: This book contains explicit and steamy sex scenes that may not be your cup of tea. It is intended for mature readers only.

The Immortal Huntress


Kelly Hall - 2019
    Something about it reeks of dark magic and foul play from the wolf shifters who have known too much freedom.Can she gather a group of young hunters to unravel a mystery in time? A mystery that promises to swallow them all if she and her young team are not careful. One misstep could change everything. But that is the way it has always been. Will Rebekah pull a young and ignorant group together to solve the mystery, or will she fail in her final assignment, taking the world with her?  Read now and find out!

Love Comes To Clover Cove


Maggie Finn - 2019
     Being posted from Manhattan to the Emerald Isle should be bliss for heartbroken New York executive Kate O’Riordan, but Kate’s job is to persuade the little village of Clover Cove to allow her employer to build an energy plant in their picture-perfect harbour. Her mission brings her into conflict with handsome innkeeper Connor James, a man who makes Kate’s heart do backflips, but who is hiding his own secret heartache. Kate’s romantic life is further complicated by the attentions of wealthy Lord Balcon and then there’s the matter of her ex-boyfriend, ambitious oil executive David. In an inspirational story of new beginnings, Kate must find the courage to place her faith in love if she is to save the village - and find a new place to call home. Love Comes To Clover Cove is the first book in an uplifting new series of romance, friendships and family, set on the beautiful west coast of Ireland, perfect for readers of Debbie Macomber, Nancy Thayer and Jenny Colgan.

Secrets & Lies: 2 Great Thrillers in 1 Book


Debra Webb - 2019
    The unexpected death of her sister brings Dr. CJ Patterson back to her southern hometown. As she searches for answers about what really happened to her estranged sister, she finds herself surrounded by long buried secrets—and a killer who seems to know her better than she knows herself… Lies... The first note is a warning—a bone-chilling reminder that Alabama Homicide Detective Adeline Cooper can run from her darkest, deadliest memories, but she can never escape a demented killer’s wrath. The second note is a threat… Adeline has no choice. She must return to her hometown and face the lies that make up her past and the obsessed killer who craves her death… Two bestselling thrillers in one big book previously published as Everywhere She Turns and Anywhere She Runs!

Desire Beyond Status


Lucy Langton - 2021
    Upon her arrival, the passionate Eliza finds herself in distress as she must endure her devious and jealous cousins, who will do anything to make her time in London unbearable. Yet, at the upcoming ball, Eliza's fateful encounter with the attractive Duke of Ellis will be her chance to gain a new ally, as they both have to get through the Season avoiding the pretentious nobles. However, Eliza's growing feelings for the Duke will soon set her heart on a fire she is unable to tame... Will she surrender to her burning desire for the enchanting Duke or will her lack of a title ruin what her heart is deeply longing for?Hugh Conrad, the new Duke of Ellis, is a war hero and a man of duty, who struggles to accept and live up to his title after the tragic passing of his brother. When his wicked mother insists that he must find a wife, Hugh masters his past strategic skills to sneak out of his troubles. However, a ball will soon be the cause of meeting the most interesting and captivating woman he has ever seen. When Hugh lays eyes on the seductive Eliza, he will not only agree to a fraudulent courtship with her in order to mislead the suppressive relatives, but also to dive into an endless game of lust. Will Hugh overcome society's norms and fight for his flaming passion?Even though Eliza and Hugh come together under the most unexpected circumstances, their plan soon turns into a lustful affair and when they cross the line, it is impossible to resist their tantalising romance. As their tremendous affection unfolds, so does the malice of a cunning woman who desperately schemes for their separation. With many forces conspiring against them, will Eliza and Hugh manage to pursue their unconventional attraction? In a society that revolves around titles and income, could that love and desire prevail after all?

Till the Sun Shines Through


Anne Bennett - 2004
    She can’t bear to let down her beloved parents – until a horrible act of violence gives her no option but to run away. She turns to the one person she can trust – big sister Mary, now settled with a family of her own in Birmingham.Life here couldn’t be more different, but slowly Bridie comes to see the good side of a busy city, and begins to regain her confidence. But fate has more trouble in store, as World War Two looms, threatening everything she’s fought so hard to win.

Sweeter Than Chocolate


Gina KincadeSheri Lynn - 2020
    Brimming with love, passion, and angst, this anthology will satisfy your sweet tooth, set your heart on fire, and leave you yearning for more.So tear into your favorite box of Valentine’s Day chocolates, pour a glass of wine, and start reading for some decadent, melt-in-your-mouth Valentine-themed romances.

Accidental Marriage


Avery Edwards - 2020
    Off Limits doesn't fit my brand or my plan.He's the burly country singer type.All flannel, all the time.I'm an elite New York socialite.Opposite is an understatement.Being with him could ruin everything.But the heart wants, what the...#LAME.So when I find out I'm pregnant?Well, let's hope I can keep that secret...Opposites attract in this full-length enemies to lovers romance. Don't miss this spectacular happily ever after! This book is part of the Ranch Boys series but stands alone. Books do not have to be read in order.