Failed attempts at sustaining his dream sends him back to Chicago where he knows his restaurant can thrive. Problem is, the prime location for his neighborhood is in major need of revitalization. A bachelor auction planned to raise the remaining funds necessary to restore the hood may be the remedy to Southlake’s problem, but there's no way Jeremy would ever agree to be a bachelor in the auction. Will his stubbornness cost him his restaurant dreams? Naima Grant has moved to Chicago for several reasons: to be closer to her favorite cousin; to spend more time with her grandmother; and to put as much distance as she can from the life she once shared with her ex-husband. Southlake Park may be her good luck charm, especially when she learns she’ll be spending some much-needed time with her childhood crush. Yet just like before, he only sees her as a friend, but she plans to make the most of their time together whether he’s ready for her or not.

     THE GREEK'S MARRIAGE REVENGE Alessandros Petrides has spent a lifetime looking out for his younger sister. He might have amassed a fortune and built a reputation for himself as a heartless tycoon, but when it comes to family, he'll always make time for Helena. So when she informs him that her husband Eric is having an affair with their nanny, Alessandros doesn't hesitate to put himself right in the middle of the love triangle. He'll do anything it takes to save his sister's marriage, even if it means seducing the nanny into his own bed. Nothing in Sophie Henderson's life could have prepared her for how she would feel to meet a man like Alex. Not only is he charismatic and sexy, he exudes an air of danger that Sophie can't resist. Lust at first sight turns quickly into love and when he proposes marriage, she doesn't need to think twice. Why would she? Spending the rest of her life with Alex is a dream come true... until she discovers that their marriage is based on lies and revenge and a dark attraction that will consume her if she lets it. THE SHEIKH'S CONVENIENT MISTRESS The business which brings Sheikh Zamir Fayez to the deserts of Las Vegas is far from pleasant, and it's vital that it be kept secret. After all, the last thing he needs is news of his brother's drug addiction hitting the tabloids. Enter Olivia Henderson, a celebrity concierge who specialises in meeting the requirements of her clients no matter how difficult they might be. Only nothing in Olivia's experience has prepared her for a man like Zamir. He's domineering, arrogant and sexy, and he makes no effort to hide the fact that he wants Olivia in more ways than the professional. Nothing in their relationship is certain, but for one thing: that it must end. For Zamir will be King, and the hopes of a nation rest upon his shoulders. Olivia is a perfect distraction in his moment of need but she's hardly wife material. So why does he find it so hard to leave her, even when his duty calls him? And will he ever forgive her for how quickly she moves on? THE BRAZILIAN'S FORGOTTEN LOVER A secret child. A romance in tatters. And a thousand reasons Cristiano and Ava can never be together. After the death of her mother and the heartbreak of leaving Cristiano, Ava Henderson finally has her life on track. She's running the family vineyards and raising her beautiful daughter single-handedly. But a chance reunion with the love of her life makes her doubt everything she's worked to build. Cristiano had been right to leave when Ava asked him to. What choice did he have? She had always wanted a completely different life to what he could offer. And that life was more important to her than anything else. But three years later, he's back in the sleepy wine-growing district of Western Australia, and the same electrifying connection sparks between them as though no time has passed. Just as he's starting to wonder if maybe lightning does strike twice, he discovers something about Ava that will change his feelings forever. How can he forgive a woman who lied to him? Who kept his own child away from him? And how can he move forward, sharing a child with a woman he's now starting to despise ...

    

    Vin’Trell Cambridge is a prime example of a man who can dish it out, but definitely can’t take it. He doesn’t care who he screws over literally but expects everyone to be loyal to him. Trell is surprised to learn about Ariane and Blick’s affair and takes matters into his own hands. Will he get revenge on the two people he trusted the most? Well, when a woman is fed up, she takes things into her own hands, and that’s exactly what Ariane Cambridge does. Except, her actions lead to severe consequences that causes strain and strife on her daily life. After everything that she has been through over the years with Trell, Ari is unsure of her future and how to proceed forward. Then, Ari is reminded of her love for Blick. What is a woman to do? Will Trell and Ari be able to bounce back from their marital woes? Or will their marriage meets its fateful demise? Will Ari find happiness with what’s familiar or finally chase after her destiny? In the astounding finale of A Hood Love Like This 2 by Zarkia and Shania B, everyone faces different revelations about their future. Loyalty, trust, deception, broken relationships, and real love lean in the balance as these characters maneuver through the dishevel caused by their past decisions. Read now to find out how everything ends in A Hood Love Like This.

    

    With a newborn baby, the shift in the universe was a change neither of them could fix. They had lost themselves to the cravings of the flesh, burning with desire to have each other. Adonis had to face up to what he’d done in front of Sango and the other deities, not knowing what would have to happen to the woman he was falling for and the baby he had created. In that moment, Adonis realized that though he had mixed feelings about being a father, he was going to do whatever it took to protect his baby girl, and the woman that was slowly stealing his heart. Nirvana faced her own battles; fearing backlash from her clan. In her mind she had committed the ultimate betrayal. She had given her body to a man. But there was a truth Nirvana wanted to reveal to her sister sirens, knowing that all men were not evil as they had been taught. However, there was a war brewing that Adonis and Nirvana didn’t realize was coming their way. Their very lives were at stake by those hellbent on destroying what they had found in each other.bFacing dangerous threats, Adonis and Nirvana commit to each other, vowing that the love that was growing between them and their offspring was worth protecting at all costs. The couple was either going to live happily with their hybrid daughter, or be forced apart by their newfound enemies.

    Skye is an urban love story elicits so many emotions as you dive into the lives of Elizabeth “Liz” and Cedric Harvey. ***** “What happens when you go from main chick to mistress status? Elizabeth Pearson found herself submerged in these reversed roles, and after fifteen years of marriage and one year of divorce, Cedric Harvey delivered the devastating news that he was now married to the woman he cheated on Liz with, Felicia. Feeling distraught, Liz unleashed all the rage she felt for Cedric and ended up in the one place they never had problems, the bedroom. After their sexual rendezvous, Cedric noticed the fire and desire that Liz emitted and wondered what had gotten into the woman he used to know. This new side of her had him intrigued, entranced, and full of jealousy. Even though he was married, Cedric couldn’t stay away from her, even though he tried. During their affair, Cedric realized that he had everything he wanted in Liz, but his cheating ways cost him the love of his life. He vowed to make Liz his main chick again, but one little thing was standing in their way, his marriage to Felicia. Will Felicia accept that Cedric wants to return to Liz, or will she fight for her young marriage? Liz started out with revenge on the agenda, but what happens when the games turn into more than just revenge? When Liz realizes that she still has strong feelings for Cedric their situation turns into a case of emotional warfare. Liz thinks Cedric is the love of her life, but is he? Can she fully trust Cedric after all the lies that he told her before, or is there someone lurking in the background that knows her true value? Liz is confident in her relationship with Cedric this time, but, is it forever the second time around? Lies revealed. Secrets uncovered. Relationships tested. Will a happy ending be in sight for anyone? Or will the second time around be just as catastrophic as the first?

     After seven years of self-imposed exile after the love of her life cheated on her, Becca is finally going home. She’d like to think she’s being brave but in her honest moments she knows she’s being forced into it by the loss of her job. Can she trust herself not to hunt down her cheating ex and fling herself into his arms? Will she ever find the true love that she yearns for? Finding the perfect home with a hot but unavailable landlord and a life far better than she could have hoped for, Becca is still plagued by self-doubt. Is she annoying? Is she the most accident prone person in the world? Is she dislikeable? She thinks she might be all of these, but most importantly, is she normal? Because normal people don’t have The Beccabird squawking in their ears...

    He told her he would make her his wife and protect her. In her state of haze, she agreed.The stranger was her savior and she was thankful but was he really her husband? How did the handsome, charming man end up becoming Her Unexpected Husband?Note: This is a short and sweet romance with a happy ending.

    He is from good stock and taught the best things in life come from working hard. For BJ, decisions are not entered into lightly and are strategically considered with a long term goal in mind. So, when a “Bad Call” and “Wild Pitch” send BJ’s world spiraling out of control, it’s Alexis Harrison that brings it home.Alexis Harrison is the first cousin to Attorney General JD Harrison. The Harrison name comes with high expectations due to it being a family of overachievers. When her parents sent her away to college, their expectations were her returning with a degree and all the bragging to go along with it. After a few encounters with a charming athlete, she returned home with many things, but a degree wasn’t one of them. Her life has been an UNBELIEVABLE and INCONCEIVABLE chain of events…just when she believes she’s landed on solid footing, damn if it doesn’t happen again…..this time she comes out swinging!Now Alexis and BJ find themselves caught in a social media frenzy that leads them to the LURE of love.

    However, secrets and danger lurk just below the surface. And some secrets could prove to be deadly. Love may be a distraction neither of them will live to enjoy… When Zahra Chandler unexpectedly inherits her grandfather’s small-town home and bookstore, she jumps at the chance to leave LA. There’s just one problem: she also, unknowingly, inherits a long-buried secret that someone would go to any lengths to protect, including murder. The only thing standing between her and a killer is the town’s arrogant, but irresistibly sexy sheriff—a man who ignites in her a passion she’s never felt. Kendall McKnight takes his job as sheriff seriously and is always prepared for anything…except his instant attraction to newcomer Zahra. As they’re drawn together in their search for clues, protecting her becomes less about civic duty and much more about carnal desire and he’s in danger of losing the one thing he vowed never to risk again—his heart. But the threat is closer than they realize and the truth, when revealed, could tear them apart forever.

    

    She's set to embark on her Rumspringa, sent off to stay with her aunt and uncle by her emotionally cold mother against her wishes. Her cousin, Eva, is into everything Englisch, including boys, and is rebellious towards her faith. As Sarah misses Joshua, the boy she left behind and mourns her father, she finds herself falling for a charming Englisch boy, Conner. Sarah's emotions and thoughts flit from Joshua to Conner as her faith is tested and deep-rooted beliefs are questioned. Conflicted, Sarah prays for guidance. Should she return home to Joshua and the mother she has never been close to or stay here with Conner and her family? Only God has the very unexpected and surprising answer.

    Their lives in New York came to an end when they moved to Louisville to live with their Daddy, step mother, and sister. Seven tried to piece her life back together the best way she could by leaning on her family and best friend Riley.Dealing with a broken heart is never easy and accepting the loss of her mother was a hard pill for Seven to swallow. Since moving to Louisville, she turned angry and coldhearted. She blamed all the problems she had on her brother’s best friend Shy’Donis. She felt he was the cause of her brother being incarcerated and hated the sight of him. But while Seven openly hated Shy, he secretly loved her. He knew with the hate she held for him, he could never have her.Life for Riley has always been difficult. Having a mother who put everything before her kids, Riley had no choice but to raise herself and grow up quick. Graduating from high school, Riley was ready to live her life worry free, partying, and hang with her girls, but a day after her graduation she was quickly pushed into the real world.Falling in love was never Riley’s intentions and who she fell in love with was even more of a shocker. Being no stranger to difficulties, Riley solved most of her problems by telling lies and keeping secrets from the ones she loved.They were two different chicks, with two different life stories, but with all life's crazy obstacles Riley and Seven lean on each other for support.

    The Real Couple’s of South Carolina are bringing more than holiday cheer with this one. So many things takes place in our lives, some we can control, others, not so much. Battles are not as bad when your army is fully stocked, loaded, and ready for war at any given moment. These couple’s came together, joining as a family without their blood being shared. They are a powerhouse, and nothing is too big for them, or so they thought. Read this tantalizing, drama, and humor filled standalone, to get caught up on some of your most memorable families. There’s a little bit more than seasons greetings going on between these families.