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Theirs To Treasure
Caitlyn O'Leary - 2020
Little does she know what fate would have in store for her when she ends up crossing paths with a man that she once helped as a child, who is determined to pay her back for being his touchstone.Chance Reynolds remembers the days when Josie was the only thing that made his foster home feel safe. He knows she has physical and emotional scars, and a belief that she is unworthy of love. But this time, in this place and in his arms, he could be the soul-healing sanctuary she needs.Can He Move Past The Pain & Open His Heart?Sam Booth is an Afghan War Vet who suffered wounds from fighting for his country and carries even deeper battle scars from his childhood. He never thought he could find someone who could love him, all of him, that is. He knows Chance has embraced Fate Harbor's typical triad relationship way of life and he wants to join Chance and Josie more than anything but he feels like his demons will just get in the way of their happiness. When Josie's deep scars come to light, Sam knows that he is the only one that can give her the tenderness and love she needs. With his compassion and understanding of these two souls, can he be the man to make this triad complete.Is A Love Like Theirs Too Good To Be True?This was previously published in 2014 as Trusting Chance. It has been re-edited and 15,000 new words have been added to the story.
No Way Out
Ancelli - 2017
Abandoned at birth, Perry Ortiz vowed never to turn out like his deadbeat parents. He didn't have much growing up, but he made it through with the love and support of his aunt Lola. At the age of sixteen, he did what he needed in order to help his aunt financially which led him to meet the love of his life Alicia Stone. She made his heart race with just one glance. The brown skin beauty captivated his thoughts the moment she smiled his way. Alicia was his soulmate but nine years later everything came crashing down around them. One heated argument ruined everything they'd built together, leading him in the arms of another woman, Lorie Valentin. His world slowly started to shatter into pieces after a one night-stand sparked the beginning of his misery. Now in a loveless marriage, Perry tries to make sense of what his life has become. Do you believe a man can be emotionally, verbally and physically abused? Neither did Perry as he tries to find the man he used to be? Is there a second chance at love when someone refuses to let go? Adult content
Breathe
Jessica Phoenix - 2019
That is until she decided to take matters into her own hands, fight back and run from her dark and tortured past. Gia He’s not the kind of guy I usually go out with. Not that I dated all that much anyway before my ex. But I make it a point to steer clear of men like him. Nathan took my breath away the moment I laid eyes on him. And even if he just may be the most beautiful man I’ve ever seen, I won’t cave to his advances. I’ve felt the worst kind of pain from people that look like him. It may be wrong to generalize, but I wouldn’t go there. I can’t go there. Ever…Can I? Nathan She’s sexy. I like that. She’s feisty. I like that even more. She shoots me down every time I ask her out. Not really a fan of that, but I’m nothing if not persistent. Gia has to be the most gorgeous woman I’ve ever laid eyes on, and I want her. Problem is she’s not buying what I’m selling. Her piercing eyes tell a tale of scars unseen. Immediately I want to be the one to chase away what plagues her. First have to convince her that I’m the just one to help heal her. Standalone Romance A story of hope, healing, love and music. Adult content 18++ ***This book contains sensitive/emotional subject matters that may be too intense for some readers.
Twisted Devotion
Sage Young - 2019
She was taught at a very young age that lies were going to be a part of her life. LEARN - Violet learned that she needed to look out for herself and chart her own future. Maximus learned more than he wanted to know about Violet. Could he still be interested in her after what he has learned? LOSS - Losing her mother at a young age wouldn’t be the only tragedy she would endure. Blending into the background and not making waves was how she learned to survive. Now she’s all grown up and the very family that mistreated her has asked her to do the unthinkable. LUST - Maximus noticed Violet when she entered the room. Now that she’s all grown up, his body took notice. She was always a beautiful girl, but now she was a woman and he wanted her. LIVE - Violet has had a crush on Maximus since she was twelve. She fantasized about being with him, but that fantasy turned into a nightmare and now she is forced to live with the consequences. LOVE - Violet had to live a lie, suffer immense loss, pay for her mistakes, and learn to live on her own terms. She now lives in a new city and is loving her life, that is, until she sees Maximus again. Can Violet and Maximus bury the past and allow love to flourish... Find out in TWISTED DEVOTION
What The Heart Wants
Rose Marie - 2020
He was the definition of what one might call a square. The only thing that was not average about him was his heart. Ever since birth, he has needed a new heart and has been on the waiting list for what seems like an eternity. When he received the call that he was next on the list for a heart transplant, he along with his loving fiancé were excited. Little did they know that he was about to have a change of heart in more ways than one. They say the heart wants what the heart wants. Well, what if that heart belonged to someone else? What if that heart wasn’t so average and lived on the wilder side of life? What if that heart was to beat for another woman and craved another’s existence? They say the mind forgets but the heart remembers! Is that true? Well, Elijah is sure about to find out and his world is about to get a bit more chaotic.
The Billionaire’s Proposal
Olivia Saxton - 2018
This is business for Calvin. He has every intention of resuming his playboy life after marriage so he needs a woman who is willing to bear a child and can put up with his ways. After a quick conversation with a family member, Calvin realizes that the perfect bride was right in front of him all along. Yvonne Moore has worked for Mr. Michelson for ten years. He was a good boss and he had never expressed interest in the efficient assistant with dark framed glasses who always wore her hair in a bun. So when her billionaire boss asked her to marry him, she laughed her head off– until she realized he was serious. Yvonne wants time to think about it. Calvin is not a patient man. He’s in hot pursuit in convincing Yvonne to marry him and have his child. What Calvin and Yvonne didn’t bank on was falling in love. Warning: Explicit language and sexual scenes
My Next Mistake
Sarah J. Brooks - 2019
Whoever created him used the following recipe: Dreamy eyes, playful smile, and rock-hard muscles that give you chills. Add a pinch of humor, coupled with quick-witted intelligence and a mysterious aura that will make you feel slightly insecure. When I met him on a winter climbing excursion, I didn’t expect to wake up in his tent the next morning. It may be minus ten degrees outside, but he makes me melt. I believe I’ve just met the father of my future children... But the more I want to know about him, the more questions I find. Why does he live completely alone in a villa in the mountains? Why does he never talk about his past? And where does the sadness in his eyes, which flashes every now and then, come from? Fate ensures that I get answers I would never have expected. Even worse, when a devastating fire breaks out in the mountains, Cole has to leave his shelter - and suddenly his face can be seen on every TV channel in the country. What the hell is going on here? And who is this man I love? "My next Mistake" is a full-length standalone romance with no cheating and no cliffhangers, but with a gorgeous protective alpha male, plenty of steam and a guaranteed HEA. I've also included a preview of my romance novel "Unexpected Surprise" for you. Happy reading! - Sarah J. Brooks (USA Today Bestselling Author)
Wild
Hannah Cole - 2020
But it was certainly in the top three.The promotion I worked so hard for turned out not to be mine at all but handed to Nick Marks, some social media wunderkind. So, I got mad. I got drunk. Then made the epic decision to blow off a little steam with a wild night out, one night stand included.But then, the almost worst day of my life became the worst night of my life (definitely number one) when my almost one night stand turned out to be the very same Nick Marks who’s going to steal my job in the morning.And what’s worse? Nick isn’t satisfied with just one wild night, he wants them all.
His 90 Day PA
Jessiqua Wylder - 2018
I’ve been in love before and it ended . . . badly. Nowadays, I’m content cruising through life while sampling delicacies from around the world. And if a woman can’t understand that, then we don’t even start. I’m Pippa Hofacker and my goal is to become Xaver Sayle’s temporary PA. Even if the job as his personal assistant is only for 90 days, at the end of it, I’ll enough money to start a new life. A life far away from the devil of my past. People have warned me about my boss. Xaver Sayle has a well-known, well-earned love-‘em and leave-‘em reputation. I’m not worried as he’s more than made it clear I’m not his type. That’s a shame. Xaver Salye is the one man who can understand the emotional pain I’ve been through. I know. I’ve seen him at his worst. WARNING: This book may contain potential emotional triggers. This book is for audiences over 18+ due to steamy scenes and adult situations. This is full length book (with an ending-not a cliffhanger) and is book one of a three-part series. The first two books are of Pippa and Xaver. As this story is in two parts, not every storyline will be concluded in the first book.