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The Layover


L. Loren - 2016
    As the successful owner of a luxury travel concierge service, she is building an empire that only a goddess like her can handle. Until one day, life throws the ultimate curve ball when she loses her only sister in a tragic car accident, and becomes the sole guardian of her niece and nephew. After years of focusing solely on the twins and her career, Lynn is left with the empty nest syndrome when the twins go off to college. She decides it’s time to refocus on herself and her love life. And she’s got her sights set on one man…Connor. Wealthy and intelligent, Connor Wyatt has never found his true love. Trapped in an arranged and loveless marriage, he craves the one thing his wife refuses to give him, a family. When he meets the beautiful aunt of the young man he is mentoring, she immediately awakens his dormant heart and loins. When his marriage falls apart, he renews his friendship with the beautiful and curvy Lynn in the hopes that he can rekindle a fire that has been smoldering within for years. And an unexpected flight layover brings Connor the chance of his lifetime. The chemistry between the two is undeniable, but outside forces threaten to douse their inferno forever. Will this love connection finally be made? Or is it already too late?

Hard Sell: A Texas Heat Romance


Camilla Stevens - 2019
    But I’m anything but quick and easy, as she’ll soon find out. Especially since that girl from my high school football days is nothing like this gorgeous woman standing on my front porch. If she thinks I’ll go soft on her…she has another thing coming. 
 Sierra Once upon a time I was in awe of Cole.  He didn’t even know I was alive. But that shy, awkward teenager is long gone.  Now I’m all woman, and it’s strictly business.  I’ve come for Cole’s signature. Period. I plan on closing this sale…no matter how hard he makes me work for it.  This is a Stand-Alone BWWM Romance in the Texas Heat Romance Books. No Cliffhangers! HEA Happy Ending.

One Night


Blair Bennet - 2016
    It was only supposed to be one night. One night to wash away the past, but it turned into a mistake. A sexy, beautiful, and dangerous mistake. I shouldn’t want another taste or take another night. Secretly dating your boss is how reputations get destroyed, careers ruined. But he knows my body better than I know myself. Liam She fit me. She delighted me. She broadsided me. How could she end up my intern? Wanting her is forbidden. Letting her go is impossible. Yet I have to choose if she stays or goes. And she’s already failed her first lesson-- Keeping me away. Nothing can be learned from lust. But maybe she can teach me to live. (Guaranteed HEA, Secret baby romance!) **INCLUDES Bonus Book, LOVE SICK, starts 50% in.**

The Duchess of Rochester


Karyn Langhorne - 2021
    She’s determined to connect her unusual ideas about Victorian multiculturalism to one of the most famous novels of the era, Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre.All Layton Charles Fairfax--the 34th Duke of Rochester-- wants is to be left alone-- especially from those who have attempted to connect his old family name to the famous Bronte novel.Their colliding desires and deepening attraction to each other set the staid old English aristocracy aflame in this smart and sexy re-telling of the classic novel of romance and suspense.

The Baller's Love Child


Tasha Blue - 2017
    Terrified that he would ask for an abortion, Layla decided to raise the baby herself. However, several months after the baby was born, Layla finally saw the errors of her ways. She knew it was now time to tell the father the truth and so she picked up the phone and began to dial his number. Completely unaware that life as she knew it was never going to be the same again... This is a love & pregnancy romance with a bad boy baller hero who just might have a sweet side to him. Start reading this one now if you want to read a romance with an original twist to it!

Freaks & Family Legacies: A Psychic Detective Romantic Mystery (The Touched Series Book 3)


Lashell Collins - 2020
    He’s found love with the woman of his dreams and he’s learning how to control the strange psychic power within him. Well, maybe control is the wrong word, but at least he’s not running from it any longer. Sidney Fairchild is slowly putting the pieces of her shattered life back together. But what’s a girl supposed to do when she’s not certain who she is anymore? She’s found a love that she’s determined to hold on to, but figuring out her purpose is proving to be a bigger struggle.When a new case suddenly puts one of Isaac’s siblings in jeopardy, and long-buried family secrets come to light, Isaac and Sidney must work together to get to the truth. But will their efforts be enough, or will their broken family legacies destroy them all?

The Russian's Revenge Romance


Flossie Shepherd - 2017
     She was wrong. Alexei was fresh out of a long term relationship and he saw Natalie as a rebound fling and a way to get back at his ex. However, Alexei had no idea that his little revenge romance was soon going to become something much bigger than he ever imagined... This is a Russian Billionaire romance full of red hot scenes and red hot drama. Download now and start enjoying this one right away!

Heart's Desires


Kasey Martin - 2016
    The tall, tan, broad shoulder, emerald-eyed, sexy specimen took her breath away, but as sexy as he was, Charlie could tell that he would be dangerous for her heart. However, the chemistry between the two of them was undeniable.Jake knew at first sight that the ebony goddess was his, and no matter how fast she tried to run, he would stop at nothing to make sure that she, as well as everyone else, knew that they belonged together.Will these two find the love their heart’s desire, or will outside dangers keep them apart?This BWWM book contains hot and steamy love scenes between a sexy alpha male and a sassy, gorgeous, black female.

Changing Brides


V.C. Taylor - 2017
    Everything is either right or wrong in his view, so it’s no surprise that he reprimands his younger brother for fighting over one of the saloon ladies. He is incensed that his sibling would do something so stupid—until he sees the beautiful Celeste Lebeau for himself. He’s instantly smitten with dislike tempered with a lot of lust. He wants her out of town and fast. Most of all, he wants to make sure she stays away from his brother. His jealousy makes no sense, especially since he’s an engaged man, but he feels what he feels and soon becomes involved with the woman bold enough to challenge him in front of the whole town. How in the world is he going to get his life back on track when he’s promised to one woman but falling fast and hard for another?

Shifting Gears


Olivia Gaines - 2018
    A burgeoning relationship with an equally boring boyfriend Carlton Gear, one of the best accountants in the musical industry, left her engine in a permanent idling state. Craving a shake up in her monotonous life, she joins her good friend Onyx for a fund raiser with The Lady Guardians biker group. The lady riders offered a day of excitement for Keoni, but the night turned into a magical experience, especially after she meets Carlton’s cousin, Dave, a scruffy biker with a sketchy past, a tenuous future and a very sexy presence. Digging in and wanting to be a part of the female biker group, against Carlton’s advice and comfort, clothing isn’t the only thing Keoni changes. Climb aboard for a high-octane ride as Keoni reorganizes her life by Shifting Gears and donning the pink and black leather as a Lady Guardian.

The Nanny


Imani King - 2017
    until I met my bold and unbelievably sexy boss. I'm just his Nanny. Nothing more, nothing less. He wasn't supposed to kiss me. I wasn't supposed to spend the hottest night of my life in his bed. We did things together that can never be undone. His power over me can't be denied. I don't want this moment to end. The only question is... How far am I willing to go for my happy ever after?

The Wolf and The Thief: An Interracial Romantic Suspense


Emery C.F. Bryant - 2020
    

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.

A Very Special Christmas


K. Alex Walker - 2014
    From her sultry brown skin to her luscious, berry-ripe lips, he can think of nothing else than to find a way to get to know her better. With loss so close to his own heart, he feels that Morgan could be his second chance at happiness. The only problem? Getting to their first date.For the first time in her adult life, Morgan Henderson does not have the resources to stand on her own two feet. After losing her job in Miami and having to move to New York to stay with her best friend Ashlee, the only thing she is focused on is regaining control of her life...that is, until Noah Adams comes into the picture. Completely caught off-guard when the dark-haired, blue-eyed epitome of rugged sexiness asks her out to dinner at a skating rink, she politely declines. Little does she know, that day on the ice won't be the last time she sets eyes on Noah.In the battle of love vs security, Morgan will be forced to choose between a terrifying, yet passionate romance with Noah in New York, or the assurance of her livelihood...in Miami.

Unwrapping Jordan


Tiana Laveen - 2020
    After getting even for a scandalous betrayal, he heads back home to Boston for the holidays, where his hot-tempered grandfather, melodramatic mother, opinionated sister, and the ghostly memory of his deceased father await. Despite hoping to make this visit short so he can return to L.A., he finds his best laid plans were meant to be broken.Egypt Lynn Callahan cherishes the small victories in life. She’s a web designer, an unofficial professional chocolate taster, and relishes quiet evenings in the company of her friends. Her calm world comes crashing down when it becomes quite clear that her old crush, Jordan ‘The Ram’ DeMarco, has strolled in from the City of Angels. Worst of all? He is looking for her, and she wonders if she should remain out of sight.Jordan has never forgotten Egypt, and his chaotic existence has now left him reevaluating his life, especially regarding the one that got away.Will Jordan receive his wish to finally have the love he so desperately wants from a woman who captured his heart so long ago? Will Egypt be able to trust him after the way he’s torn her heart in two?Read ‘Unwrapping Jordan,’ to find out!