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Eluding Destiny: Book I
Charlie Nottingham - 2021
Having a soulmate doesn't seem too bad either. For the most part? Laila's pretty happy to be that girl. Until the best parts of her life are ripped out from beneath her.In just a few days, everything in Laila's life changes. The brother she never knew existed shows up from the Fae Realm looking for her and their mother. Her once perfect love life crumbles in the blink of an eye. If things aren't hard enough already, her oldest family friend is murdered too. And the nosy detective in town is pointing fingers Laila’s way.Is it all connected? How could it be?She saw what Jeremy did with her own eyes. Well, in someone else’s memories, but she still saw it. Why is she questioning it? Why can’t she shake the feeling that there’s more to all of this than she can see?Things started to go array before her brother entered the picture. And he seems nice enough. Surely, it can’t be his fault. But what else could it all boil down to?Or rather… Who could it boil down to?
Trips
Zahra Girard - 2020
Contains dirty-talking, protective bikers who will do whatever it takes to keep their women safe. 'Trips' features tons of action, steamy scenes, no cheating, and has a HEA.
Saving Ariel
Ellie Masters - 2021
His focus is on raising his daughter as a single dad, and keeping his offshore oil rig crew safe. As his crew evacuates in advance of Hurricane Julian, a category five monster barreling down on the gulf, disaster strikes. Two of his crewmen are critically injured. He needs to get them to safety before the hurricane hits. When the aeromedical rescue helicopter pilot turns out to be a woman, he’s surprised. When she falls into his arms, his entire body takes notice. The tough, gorgeous, pilot is everything Aiden thought he’d never have—or want—again. Can Ariel be the one? His second chance at love?Too bad the storm seems to have other plans for them…Ariel Black doesn’t believe in love.With a category five hurricane barreling down on the Gulf, helicopter pilot, Ariel Black, is on a mission to evacuate wounded men from an oil rig. When the massive storm arrives ahead of schedule, it grounds Ariel’s helicopter, trapping them on the oil rig. She and her men, along with Aiden and his wounded, must ride out the storm. It’s the worst possible time to fall in love, but she does. Ariel falls hard…right into the installation manager’s arms. Aiden Cole makes her heart race, her pulse pound, and the butterflies in her stomach soar. Could he be the one?Will the storm of the century destroy Aiden and Ariel’s chance at happily ever after? Or does fate have something else in store?Saving Ariel, a steamy, second chance, contemporary romantic suspense, about love at first sight. It features a protective hero and the smart, feisty heroine who steals his heart.Get your copy today and let the binge-reading begin.(Saving Ariel was previously published as 'Aiden.')
Lucky Cove
Serafina Jax - 2020
They also left an inheritance to set me up for life. And more than one person is trying to rip it out from under me.Between the grief of losing them and dealing with a family that certainly don’t act like they give a damn, I’m barely keeping my head above water. The only good things right now are the handsome neighbours who help me see beyond my loss. And they come with hateful wives and bitter exes.My new job has me delving deep into the underbelly of the glittering Gold Coast. It puts me in the crosshairs of some people who would rather see me dead than digging into their affairs. Now I’m racing against the clock-and a tropical cyclone-to find the evidence to stop those who are gunning for me.Will I win and get to live the life I’ve always dreamed of? Or will I become just another victim of the Gold Coast underworld? Lucky Cove is meant to be my fresh start, but could it end up being the beginning of the end?If you’re a fan of super hot sex, snarky females and men who make you drool while ordering you around, don’t miss Lucky Cove. The first book by new author Serafina Jax.**Authors note: Lucky Cove is a medium burn, standalone contemporary why choose romance, where the main character doesn’t have to choose between her love interests. It contains mature and some dark themes that may evoke emotions in some readers. Additionally, sexual themes are suitable for mature audiences 18+**
Tamed
Aidy Award - 2020
She's smart as hell, or maybe she's actually from Hell.Neo can't lead the Black Dragon Brotherhood in their fight against evil if he can't get back to their headquarters in Rogue with news of the newest threat from Hell - shadow warriors.His best bet is the luscious, curvy fire witch who doesn't seem to know how to use her powers, but has the tainted human lawmen running in circles with her sexy-as-hell smarts.When her powers surface and bring the shadow demons and their human minions down around them in force, he must choose.Save his one true love, his fated mate, the woman who can redeem his own soul, or save the world.Grab the first book in an explosive new series from the author of Dragons Love Curves to get your fun action-adventure curvy girl and dragon shifter romance fix!*Part of this story were previously published as A Touch of Fate. This new full-length novel version re-imagines the Fated For Curves series with dragons as the heroes
A Secret Chance: A Small Town Love Story (Chance Rapids Book 4)
A.J. Wynter - 2020
Nope. No thank you. Am I crazy to turn down a man as hot and rich as him? Maybe. But we can’t be together. Not when I’ve kept a secret like this one for the past ten years. That night we spent tangled up in the sheets together at the heli skiing lodge changed my life forever. Now, the man I thought I’d never see again is sitting across from me at the bargaining table - and it’s my job to destroy him.
My simple small-town life just got really complicated…
A Secret Chance is book 4 in the Chance Rapids Series but can be read as a standalone. If flannel shirts, enemies to lovers, evil developers, and small town charm are your jam, you're going to love the town of Chance Rapids.
Reckless Times
Michelle Hercules - 2020
Useless. Freak. Those are the words used to describe me. I’m an Idol who can’t see, and in this savage world where power is everything, being born with a disability makes me an aberration. Idols are the direct descendants of the gods. We’re supposed to be perfect. My parents kept me protected behind walls most of my life. They fear I won’t survive in the real world. They have no idea what kind of power runs through my veins. Stephan Silverstone—the most perfect Idol I’ve ever met—does. He’s cocky, annoying, and pushes my buttons like no other. But he sees me, the real person behind all the preconceived notions. Without effort, he’s breaking all my barriers; he’s claiming my heart. When I’m with him, sparks fly. I want to be reckless and forget everything. If only things were that simple. We’re both keeping dangerous secrets that could tear us apart. War is coming, and I’m not sure if what we have will survive. *This is a spin-off of Gifted Academy Series. This is not an RH romance.
Captain of the Maw
Layla Stone - 2020
But after his ship was destroyed, his crew annihilated, it couldn’t get worse.He shouldn't have been too hasty...Soon after the destruction of his treasured ship, he stood face to face with the woman who destroyed his Federation career and his pirate legacy. And he couldn’t kill her. Not that he didn't want to, but something inside him wouldn't let him.So bit it, but he would get his revenge one way or another.Except, nothing is simple when it comes to Fenton.She's brilliant and honest and has connections any pirate captain would kill for. She'd be an asset to the new crew.But when she saves his life instead of leaving him to rot, Kava has to reevaluate his strategy from enticing her to be a part of his crew, to be his mate.Note to reader: this is a fast pace sci-fi romance with loads of action and adventure.
Faking It as the Maid
Emily James - 2020
I’m desperate, so I concoct a scheme and temporarily take my friend’s job as a maid.But I’m not prepared for him.Gorgeous. Sexy as hell. Millionaire property tycoon, and of course, arrogant jerk.I met him at a bar and he tried to hit on me. When I ignored him, he thought it was because I couldn’t speak English. Figures he’d be my new boss. Now I have to keep up the charade or risk him finding out I don’t actually work for Heavenly Help, the Romanian cleaning agency he hires.Can I keep up the charade of being his maid or will cleaning his mansion make me dirtier than ever?FAKING IT AS THE MAID is a standalone romance, suitable for readers aged 18 or over, due to mature content and sexual themes.
Wake
Cilla Raven - 2021
They don’t ride in on a white horse, reaching a gloved hand down so they can whisk you away into the sunset.They drive up on Harleys, hand you a helmet, tell you to hold on tight, and f*ck your world up in the best way possible.Too bad I had to go through a certified villain before I learned this… before I finally woke up to reality.AUTHOR'S NOTE & TRIGGER WARNINGWake is a contemporary romance novel set in Topsail Island, North Carolina.It has some dark themes including abuse, drug references, foul language, violence, sexual situations, and content that could be triggering for some people. It is only intended for readers 18 years and older.
Martinis After Dark
Gina Drayer - 2016
When she tries to rent an apartment under an assumed name, she learns it comes with a job -- and a boss she can’t afford to fall for.Tattooed, sexy bar owner Dylon Knightly has a big heart but no head for business. He knows the curvy, redheaded Irish beauty with the dry wit is in some kind of trouble, but he won’t turn her away … and can’t help wanting more.The heat between them burns through their efforts to keep a professional distance. When Lee’s trouble comes looking for her, everything she holds most dear is threatened -- including the life of the charming bartender who captured her heart. But even if they survive, will they be able to overcome the secrets between them?
Claimed: Dark Breeds of the Lycans
LaSasha Flame - 2020
Coming SoonDark Lycan Alpha Lord… Power Is EverythingRike West reveres power. After his father’s recent death, the opportunity to gain more rises. It is his birthright to unite both his empire with his fathers and sit on both thrones but he is met with red tape. Without a Queen and a legitimate heir, Rike will be forced to give up his claim to his father’s Empire to another with a stronger claim. Rike decides to find a mate to wed and bed. He doesn’t need love, just kick him out a babe so he can claim rule over half of the North American lycans.Except fate had other plans and throws him one curveball after another, One being the growing obsession with Amelia. She is fierce, beautiful, and not to be underestimated. One problem: She hates his guts and sees him as a ruthless monster she wants nothing to do with… She’s not wrongFuture Queen Of The Dark Moon Empire? Ha… I Think Not!Amelia Torrin is just a free-spirited lone lycan looking to explore the world and occasionally paint little masterpieces. Her visit to see a good friend leads to meeting a dark and dangerous lycan alpha; Who would stop at nothing to have her. He is going to learn real fast, that she is nobody’s prisoner and will kill him before she would ever agree to birth his unholy offspring.If You Enjoy Paranormal And Fantasy Romances With Werewolves And Lycans, Alpha Men, Strong Female Characters, Explicit Language, Hot Sex Scenes, And Enemies To Lovers This Is The Book For You! Can Be Read As A Standalone But Better In The Series.
Wicked Monsters: The Complete Series
Skye Jones - 2021
Meet Aisha's wolves, vampires, human sub, and even a demon-gargoyle in her wild harem!One girl, five monsters, one hell of a ride. Taken from the Pit where she was raised, Aisha believes all vampires are horrifying… Then she finds herself in Dashiell’s possession. Powerful, handsome, and charismatic, Dashiell is not what she thought her master would be. His dark desires draw her into his world, and things heat up between them. But with a demon gargoyle scratching at her window, and wolves sniffing at the door, Aisha might not stay in the vampire’s grasp for long. Danger and temptation surround her on all sides, but Aisha is determined to fight them all.
Cure Bound
M.L. Philpitt - 2021
Vampires have hunted my family for centuries and I’m no exception. My dark captor claims to not want my blood…for himself. He’s the devil incarnate, but I can’t bring myself to completely despise him. Not when he tempts me so.AlecI vowed to wipe out the entire Sinclair coven after one of theirs took what mattered most to me. She’s all that’s left. Driven by centuries of hate and a long-standing vow, I strike the deal: sell her blood in exchange for her life. It should be simple, until fate intervenes. But then, fate no longer matters...not when my growing feelings toward her outweigh my vow.Cure Bound is the first book in The Witches’ Bind Trilogy. Cure Bound reads as a standalone, but the trilogy should be read in order due to the overarching series plot. Cure Bound is a dark vampire romance with content some readers may find triggering. Trigger warnings include dubious consent, explicit sexual content, kidnapping, physical violence, swearing, almost-rape, and death.
Love & Other Chaos
Jackie Walker - 2020
Brody’s my friend - just a friend. He’s also my autistic son’s favorite teacher.He’s as off limits as they come, no matter how drop dead gorgeous he is. Falling for him would be wrong. Resisting him though, is becoming pure torture. After being burned by men who can’t handle dating a single-mom of a special-needs child, I refuse to date anymore. Not until my son is grown. My plan is working fine until my trouble-making bestie presents me with a dare that I can’t resist. I’m a sucker for a good dare - especially when margaritas have been consumed. And she’s just dared me to plant a surprise kiss on Brody’s sexy lips, while she records it for a trending TikTok challenge video. But if I do this, it could change everything. My life is already pure chaos and maybe now is not the best time to shake things up even more. Is it worth risking our friendship and his important role in my son’s life for one kiss? What if he wants more? What if I do? Love & Other Chaos is a hilarious, steamy, friends-to-lovers romantic comedy featuring a drop dead gorgeous and seriously buff teacher with the hots for a single-mom of an autistic pre-teen son... who happens to be one of his students. This story also includes wise-cracking grandparents with zero respect for personal boundaries, swoon-worthy beach scenes, a jerky boss with no concept of personal space, nosey siblings and a foul-mouthed best friend who loves to instigate trouble. If you don't like sarcasm, steam, sexy-times, heroines who drink copious amounts of margaritas and laugh-a-minute dialogue, then this might not be the book for you. It’s a stand-alone novel with a happy ending, because cliffhangers will kill your margarita buzz.