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A Debt Paid in Passion


Dani Collins - 2014
    Or so it seems, until their professional relationship gives way to one hot, impassioned night…and then he has her arrested for embezzlement! She may have escaped a prison sentence, but Sirena knows she'll be shackled to Zesiger by more than just the past. With Raoul determined to recover the debt she owes him, Sirena is torn between guilt and an impossible attraction. But what will happen when Raoul uncovers the truth behind her theft?

Unfinished Business


Inglath Cooper - 1994
    One night while at a conference in New York City, Culley runs into his old friend Addy Taylor. After a passionate night together, neither expects a lasting relationship…but then Addy moves back to their hometown to help her mother run their family orchard.Culley is willing to explore the attraction between them, but Addy is determined not to stick around any longer than necessary. Can Culley and his daughter, Madeline—with the help of a rescue puppy—show Addy that coming home for good is the best move she can make.Originally published in 2004.

Pretend To Be Mine


P.G. Van - 2018
    He needs to move fast to make sure everyone around him believes he is getting married for real and to the right woman, even if it’s for only two years. Anjali never expected a complete stranger to propose a marriage contract as if he were offering her a job with a salary and benefits package, especially the first time they meet. What he offers is tempting enough for her to give in, so she can fulfill her dream and keep the promise she made to a loved one. For their friends and family, Dheeraj and Anjali are a loving couple who fell in love at first sight, but they both have an agenda. Their reasons for the marriage contract were different, but what they never expected is what happens when two people start living under the same roof pretending to be a couple. Sparks fly and butterflies flutter between stolen kisses, but when they start to find out more about each other’s reason for the fake marriage, will they still honor the contract? Will love make its way into the contract as a clause? Note: This is a stand-alone romance with a passionate couple who finds their HEA. This book is recommended for mature readers.

The Christmas Proposal


Miley Maine - 2020
    I thought that I’d get over it in time.But no, I only wanted him more when I grew up.I knew that he remembered me just as clearly as I remembered him. He rejected me all those years ago because I was too young. But the odds are still against us. Grayson is a billionaire. He’s my soon-to-be boss.And most importantly, my brother would never approve of our relationship. Grayson values their friendship. Maybe more than he values our love. But one thing’s for sure.He can’t keep his hands off me.Grayson was everything I needed after my recent breakup. He should’ve been a quick fling. A childhood crush that I needed to get out of my system. Nothing about us was supposed to be permanent. But when my pregnancy test reads positive, I know that hearts will be broken, relationships will be ruined, and the drama will begin. Everything just in time for Christmas.

Business or Pleasure


Stephanie St. James - 2010
    A mission that’s cut short when he refuses to see her. Discouraged, Callie drowns her sorrows in a one night encounter with a handsome hunk from the hotel bar. The next morning Callie almost faints from shock when she’s finally let in to see the owner - none other than Mr. Last Night! Somewhere between the boardroom and the bedroom a one night fling flirts with real love, and suddenly Callie stands to lose more than just her company. REVIEWS: "The characters are passionate, humorous, and true to life. (Business or Pleasure) is an enjoyable and entertaining read." - Romantic Times Book Reviews "St. James is a new author for me, but I plan to be watching for more of her work in the future." - The Road to Romance Book Reviews

Always You


Karen Stivali - 2011
     Jon has always been in love with Shari and he's thrilled by the prospect of time alone with her in a tropical paradise. When a steamy, romantic night on the beach turns into a whirlwind of desire, their friendship reaches new levels of passion. But then, Shari's apologetic ex tries to win her back and she must choose between the life she thought she always wanted and taking a chance on romance with Jon.

Ten Year Crush


Toshia Slade - 2014
    Now in college, she's finally ready to get on with her life. Her new boyfriend is the perfect man to squash her craving for Cam. But her boyfriend has an addiction, an obsession that Gabby soon finds out he can't let go.Some cravings last forever.When Camron Taylor received a thump to the head, he couldn't help but adore Gabby. When she grows from cute kid to desirable woman his imagination goes to places it shouldn't. Afraid of ruining friendships he pushes her away. Until something seems off with her new boyfriend.The past isn't always left there.Cam is the savior she's always needed. Gabby is the woman he's always coveted. When past mistakes come back with a vengeance will their love be strong enough to fight it? Or will the past keep them apart?

The Nanny Bombshell


Michelle Celmer - 2012
    Now Sierra will stop at nothing to protect her children—even if it means going undercover as the perfect nanny…with a perfectly shocking secret.Former hockey player and entrepreneur Coop Landon can tell when someone's running a game. Clearly, his new nanny's not after his money or fame. Discovering her scheme is a challenge he's more than ready for, especially when seduction is the winning strategy. But the truth might cost them both dearly….

The Tycoon's Unexpected Baby (The Abbot Sisters Book 3)


Elizabeth Lennox - 2020
    Despite his attempts to keep his relationship with the lovely, vivacious Pepper Abbot casual, after their first dinner together, he was lost. Pepper Abbot had warned him! She’d told Dimitri Bosalis that they needed to hold off on an intimate relationship. So when the intense heat flared between the two of them, the freakish Abbot fertility struck again. Extravagant Pepper didn’t mind since she was already madly in love with the conservative businessman. The world was rosy and beautiful…until tragedy struck. Could Dimitri bring Pepper back from the dark depths of her sadness? Could they recover from the fluke that had devastated their world?

Hu$h Money


B.L. Mute - 2021
    Seducing a man for the sole purpose of blackmailing him never crossed my mind. Until it was my only option. I thought it would save my family, and all my father worked for. Instead, I found myself running from Bexley Falls to escape what I did. Broke and alone, I had no choice but to return to my life as an heiress and face my mistake. Only Malcolm McLane isn’t the forgiving type. He’s been gathering information on me and launches into a game of cat and mouse that could destroy us both. At first, I thought I could handle him. Now, I find my control slipping in a battle that could swallow me whole. My only way out is with the help of his son, Carter. I shouldn’t be attracted to Carter. He’s forbidden. Dangerous. Yet as he helps me plot my escape, I feel an undeniable magnetism drawing me to him. It's a game of emotional warfare, and I'm not sure that either of us will make it out alive. NOTE- Reader discretion is advised. This book contains mature content and themes some may find offensive, distressing and a potential trigger. Recommended for 18+.

Texas Rescue: Lone Star Lovers Book 8


Jean Brashear - 2012
    Walking the night to outrun his memories of those he wasn't able to save, he comes to the rescue of a small, valiant woman who puts herself in danger to save a young runaway. Jilly Sullivan's life is dedicated to making a difference for the poor, championing one hopeless cause after another, spending time in the worst parts of town. When a desperate criminal overpowers her and a nameless hero saves her from harm, both their courses are altered forever. Gabriel finds himself drawn to the vibrant light that is Jilly, and she lures him from the darkness in which he's most comfortable. The more time they spend together, the more powerful their bond becomes. He comes to the defense of a young boy victimized by a brutal drug dealer, and when that drug dealer assaults Jilly in retaliation, Gabriel rescues her but quickly retreats to the darkness where he believes he belongs. Can Jilly, rocked by her brush with evil, convince this man to believe that he deserves to live in the light?

Harlequin Comics Best Selection Vol. 2 [sample]


Masako Ogimaru - 2015
    2 is Billionaire's Seduction. Includes "Billionaire Bachelos: Stone", "The Billionaire's Secret Baby", "The Billionaire Boss's Forbidden Mistress", "The Billionaire's Virgin Mistress", "The Millionaire Meets His Match", and "A Date With a Billionaire" free preview of 6 comics!Please check [Bundle] Harlequin Comics Best Selection vol.2 to read the whole story!

Harlequin Comics Best Selection Vol. 5 [sample]


Ayumu Asou - 2015
    5 is Virgin Love. Includes "The Sheikh's Bargained Bride", "The Brazilian's Blackmail Bargain", "The Mediterranean Billionaire's Blackmail Bargain", "The Ruthless Greek's Virgin Princess", The Tycoon's Virgin", and "Virgin Princess, Tycoon's Temptation" free preview of 6 comics!

Mistress of His Revenge


Chantelle Shaw - 2015
    There is still one dent in his pride: aristocratic Sabrina Bancroft, the only woman to ever walk away from him. With Sabrina's beloved home under threat, Cruz sees his chance for revenge—he will help Sabrina if she becomes his mistress. Having her at his beck and call, in his bed and wearing jewels from his own mine should satisfy him. But once he discovers why she left, he'll realize that of all the riches he's hunted, Sabrina is the most priceless…

A Debt Paid in the Marriage Bed


Jennifer Hayward - 2017
    He'll make her debts disappear if she repays him…in desire! The chemistry may be alive and well between them, but can they survive their tempestuous reunion unscathed?