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Never Say Goodbye
Sarah Grace Grzy - 2020
But he was finding it a poor painkiller.Tyler Collens has seen grief and loss in his years of experience as a paramedic—but he never expected it to touch his life in such a personal way. The death of his wife eighteen months ago shook his steady world and changed him in more ways than he can count. Time and routine have steadied his feet, and he looks toward the future as he raises his infant daughter—but the past has a tighter grip on him than he knows. Alyvia Emmerson has never been certain of who she is or where she belongs. Her dad’s abandonment as a teen broke a fragile piece of her heart, but ten years later, she has moved on. Living on her own, she at last has a project to devote herself to: revitalizing a shabby bookstore. But she didn’t count on her dream job revealing the shattered pieces of herself she thought mended long ago.In this sophomore novel featuring beloved characters from Live Without You, Sarah Grace Grzy explores themes of grief, hope, and second chances in a story that touches both the heart and spirit.
Bad Timing
Dixie Lynn Dwyer - 2017
Problem is, it's bad timing, as her family will suffer if she doesn't follow the instructions that have come about because her cousin got her in a jam. Now she must pay his debt, and act like the girlfriend of a man capable of killing her family. Little does she know, her own family has connections too, and the men she gave her heart to, just may be her saving grace. One of her eight best friends has secrets revealed that aid in a rescue. When events come full circle, it's only the beginning of the troubles, and romances for her and her eight best friends.Loving Made Men may not have been the women's idea of love, but they are each unique, have their own secrets and troubled pasts, so perhaps loving Made Men is their destiny. Note: This book contains double penetration. ** A Siren Erotic Romance **
Dreaming of Her Cowboy's Kiss
Jessie Gussman - 2020
A decade of unrequited love. A hopeless, one-sided romance. Except sometimes, if you’re patient, God writes your love story.
Ethan Shuff had spent a miserable childhood with an abusive father and a mother addicted to drugs and men.No one had ever even pretended he wasn’t in the way, or that he was wanted.Not until Race and Penny Steiner opened up their home and their lives to him. When they adopted a group of six siblings, Ethan stayed on the farm to help and to be a good example for the kids. He never intended to fall in love with the oldest sibling, Ruby.Ruby Barclay became responsible for her siblings at age sixteen. She fought the state, social workers and anyone else who stood in her way until she had her brothers and sisters reunited and together under one roof.With that mission accomplished, she will let nothing stand in the way of her next dream – becoming an accomplished surgeon. Maybe with more competent medical care, her parents wouldn’t have died.She doesn’t have time to mess around and she’s not interested in silly boyfriends. If she gets married, it’s going to be to someone who shares her dream of saving lives.But the dark eyes of the boy who’d fought for her when she was a teen haunt her nights, and maybe under her drive and ambition, she could admit that she still dreams of her cowboy’s kiss.Books in the Cowboy Mountain Christmas series:1. Dreaming of Her Cowboy's Kiss2. Dreaming of His Convenient Kiss3. Dreaming of Her Secret Santa's Kiss4. Dreaming of His Snowed In Kiss5. Dreaming of Her Best Friend's Kiss6. Dreaming of His Pen Pal's Kiss
914 Bittersweet Ln.: A Cherry Falls Romance
Frankie Love - 2021
Her voice is the sound of an angel who lost its wings long time ago. Hauntingly beautiful.Her dreams of leaving town were dashed the day her mama set fire to her family home.Now, Paisley’s life is nothing but sacrifice.I know a thing about giving up dreams, but most folks wouldn’t guess it.I mask my heartbreak with a smile but Paisley sees the cracks.She sees all of me.I want to give this girl the life she longs for: the big city stage.But we don’t always get what we want.And some love stories don’t have a happy ending.Good thing I’m the one fighting for Paisley.There’s been enough bitter in this girl’s life.It’s time for her to find the sweet.Even if it’s not with me.Dear Reader,This trip to Cherry Falls starts with Holt Stone – a big-hearted rancher who believes in three things: hard work, love, and the power of line dancing. You don’t have to love a man in cowboy boots to appreciate Holt’s moves. I promise – he can deliver on and off the dance floor.Xo, Frankie
Jackhammered
Ava Kyle - 2018
Rough. Hard.He’s ready to spin me around his shaft until I can’t see straight.He’s the one.But if we get caught, papa will send him right back to jail.I can’t afford to take the risk, but I can’t look away either.He’s everything I’ve ever wanted, and the one man I can’t have.AxleThe boss’ brat is the hottest piece I’ve ever seen.Three years upstate will drive a man crazy.Crazy for what’s nestled between her hot little thighs.She’s the last woman I should be sniffing after, but I want her.And I’m going to take what I want.Consequences be damned.This is a short, passionate read with over-the-top insta-love and a HEA.
Flying Duo
Zoe May - 2021
But now that she's in India, Rachel is going with the flow, or at least trying to...Rachel's visa is running out and it's time to decide whether her relationship with Seb is a holiday romance or built to last.The pair embark on a trip to Nepal for an Everest base camp trek, but will their relationship survive this gruelling expedition or is it time to part ways?
Hunter
Margaret Madigan - 2015
Then only one reason matters.When Hunter Caine takes over the CEO position at his father's multi-billion dollar real estate development company, he also inherits his father's sexy blonde personal assistant, Allison McDowell.Allison doesn’t appreciate being passed around like property. When she meets Hunter, sparks fly. He’s gorgeous, but she's ready to resign, until he proves he’s not the misogynistic boss his father was. Hunter's considering the purchase of a resort in Costa Rica. It's currently a couples-only resort, so he asks Allison to go undercover with him, posing as newlyweds. Allison's skeptical, but it's a free trip to Costa Rica, and Hunter's easy on the eyes, so why not? Those sparks turn into raging hot flames as Hunter and Allison explore the resort--and each other--and discover that what happens in Costa Rica may or may not actually stay in Costa Rica.
Unexpected Family (A Lancaster County Courtship Romance)
Abigail Fisher - 2015
A tragic accident. A young boy lost in the world... When a devastating accident leaves a young, Amish boy mute and orphaned, his uncle Simon steps up to care for him, but Simon is unsure how to help his innocent nephew Abram through his trauma. Lucy, a kind and nurturing young school teacher, finds her heart going out to this sweet new boy in her classroom. Due to her own secret past, she can relate to his tragic experience and non-verbal response, and she feels God’s hand in guiding him to her. She also cannot help but notice his handsome, caring uncle who is showing interest in her. But when Lucy’s past and shame are revealed, will Simon still be interested? Should Lucy even allow the attraction to grow knowing what she knows about herself? Only God knows how past pain and sorrow can bring hope to a questionable future for all of them. Can these three faithful souls truly become an "Unexpected Family?"
Promise It All: A Wedding Bells Alpha Novel
Weston Parker - 2022
At least it is for a guy like me. As a talent agent in New York, I know how to wine and dine with the best of them. Unfortunately, work has been my main thing for a little too long. And my body is showing signs of it. Doc says I need to take a summer off. Hell yes, I do. Lucky for me, I run into my latest wedding fling as my time frees up. And the pretty girl just can’t get enough of me. She needs a plus-one for an upcoming wedding and wants to up the ante of our deception. Be her fake fiancé. She’s tired of being the bridesmaid and never the bride. Why would I ever say no? I’m a no-strings-attached kinda guy, but with her, I want to be tied up—forever. The more time I spend playing the part, the more I want to hit my knee and offer her a ring. It started with us promising nothing, but now, I want her to promise it all—to me.
Enticed (The ROGUES Billionaire Book 6)
Tracie Delaney - 2021
The Summer of Going Topless
Liz Davies - 2019
No one seems to notice her - not really. Heck, she often doesn’t notice herself, except for her monthly scrutiny in the mirror to check on her body’s steady slide towards middle age.But when her ancient, practical estate car is consigned to the scrap heap, Candice falls in love with a cute, purple convertible, and from that moment on her life begins to take on a whole new meaning. Strangers wave at her and people stop to talk, and suddenly she isn’t invisible any longer.Life seems to be looking up, especially when she meets silver fox and handy-man, Paul. There’s just one fly in the ointment, one thing that has her second-guessing herself.Is it the car that Paul sees - or is it her?
Christmas Angel
Suzanne D. Williams - 2012
What's she need with a boy anyway? But Marta said he liked to dance and somehow that was appealing. However, something strange is happening in town and this right before Christmas. Is Elias involved? What is the secret he keeps from her? And what should she do when her life changes for good?
Unconditional
Q.B. Tyler - 2019
One moment to link two souls forever. That moment came when I pulled her out of her darkest hour. The tragedy that threatened to swallow her whole and shatter her innocence. Save her. Protect her. Love her. I vowed. Ten years later, my vows are the same. But I’m different She’s different We’re different. And the feelings threatening to break free have the power to destroy everything. I’ll stop at nothing to keep her safe, but what if the very thing she needs protection from ...is me?
Stolen Kisses
Elena M. Reyes - 2018
He’s horny. Hard. And coming home from college, he never expected to find Bailey Jones so tempting.It’s an instant infatuation.She’s the one woman he shouldn’t want—his little sister’s best friend. The last time he saw her she was a knobby-kneed little girl, but what welcomed him home was all woman—her decadent curves and a flirtatious smile tossed at him each time they are within arm’s reach.She’s tempting.Pushing.Offering up her body to a man hanging by a very thin thread.Fuck the consequences. He wanted her, and she was going to be in his bed by the end of the week.
Eating Her Heart Out
Fiona Davenport - 2022
The last thing he expected was to fall for her the minute they met. She was nothing like her brother described, and Sawyer quickly realized the gorgeous blonde was his perfect match in every way.Although his best friend’s little sister was off-limits, Sawyer was determined to make Katie his. Even if it meant destroying his friendship and the business they’d worked so hard to build.