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Black Obsidian
Victoria Quinn - 2017
Beautiful. Perfect. Flawless.I knew I had to have her.And by the end of the night, I will.My next submissive.**Intended For Mature Audiences**
All the Lies We Tell
Megan Hart - 2017
They’d grown up on a remote stretch of Quarry Street, where there were two houses, two sets of siblings, and eventually, a tangled mess of betrayal, longing, and loss. Tragedy catapulted Allie and Ilya together, but divorce—even as neighbors—has been relatively uncomplicated.Then Ilya’s brother, Nikolai, comes home for their grandmother’s last days. He’s the guy who teased and fought with Allie, infuriated her, then fled town without a good-bye. Now Niko makes her feel something else entirely—a rush of connection and pure desire that she’s been trying to quench since one secret kiss years ago. Niko’s not sticking around. She’s not going to leave. And after all that’s happened between their families, this can’t be anything more than brief pleasure and a bad idea.But the lies we tell ourselves can’t compete with the truths our hearts refuse to let go…
Wanted: County Knights MC
Ellen Harper - 2016
When her old man laid a hand on her, I did what I had to do and put an end to him. It cost me my freedom. After I got out of jail, I decided to leave the hard life behind me. Nothing dangerous, nothing illegal, just my car shop and my sanity. But when Anna comes crashing back into my life, she brings with her everything I’m trying to avoid. Before I know it, I’m balls deep in drugs, hitmen, and my old MC. I didn’t ask for any of this. I certainly didn’t want it. But when I find out that Anna’s been lying to me, there’s only one thing I truly want to do: Punish her, like only I know how. WANTED is a full-length, standalone romance novel with steamy hot sex, NO CHEATING, strong language, a happily every after ending and NO CLIFFHANGERS. Contains dark and disturbing themes, and over the top sexiness that may be uncomfortable for some readers.
Hitman's Captive
Lara Swann - 2016
Anonymous and independent. A professional. I’ve spent my life killing men and f*cking women. And I never hesitate to pull the trigger. Until I see her. Seductive innocence. Fire and passion. Curves that make me want to touch and taste and take until there’s nothing left. She’s standing over the wrong man’s body – and looking back at me with terrified eyes. A witness. I should kill her. Fix this f*cking mistake. But for the first time in my life, I can’t. Instead, there’s only one option left: I'm going on the run, and I’m taking her with me. The sweet heat of her body may be more dangerous to me than any mafia boss ever could be, but when our lips meet …it’s worth every risk. This woman might be the death of me – but first, I’m going to make her scream. Alessa I’m an Italian mafia princess - and my life belongs to my family. Duty. Service. Obedience. That’s all I’ve ever known. So when my father offers my innocence and marriage for a powerful alliance, I’m ready. Until the Russian mafia boss I’m promised to is violently murdered in front of me - and I’m taken as the only witness of a terrifying crime. Kidnapped by a powerful and predatory b*stard who terrifies me one moment…and sets my body on fire the next. I should hate him. I do hate him. And I’m getting out of here – somehow. But…every time he comes close to me, I can’t help but react to that cocky smile. The glint of arrogance in his eyes. His sinfully hot body, tattooed and hard - and so blatantly on offer. I’ve never felt anything like this. Never known anything beyond my father’s strict control. And for the first time, I want something for myself…to let him steal my innocence with every dark, intoxicating promise.
The Ruthless Gentleman
Louise Bay - 2018
Until British businessman Hayden Wolf comes aboard—all sexy swagger and mysterious requests.He wants me. And Hayden Wolf’s a man who’s used to getting exactly what he demands. Despite being serious and focused. Demanding and ruthless. He’s also charming when I least expect it as well as being devastatingly handsome with an almost irresistible smile.But guests are strictly off limits and I’ve never broken a rule. Not even bent one. My family are depending on me and I can’t lose my job.Only problem is Hayden Wolf is looking at me like I just changed his life. And he's touching me like he’s about to change mine.A standalone romance.
Gods & Monsters
Saffron A. Kent - 2018
She was his muse.To everyone in town, Abel Adams was the devil's spawn, a boy who never should have been born. A monster.To twelve year-old Evie Hart, he was just a boy with golden hair, soft t-shirts and a camera. A boy who loved taking her picture and sneaking her chocolates before dinner. A boy who made her feel special.Despite her family's warnings, she loved him in secret for six years. They met in empty classrooms and kissed in darkened church closets. Until they couldn't.Until the time came to choose between love and family, and Evie chose Abel.Because their love was worth the risk. Their love was the stuff of legend.But the thing about legends is that they are cautionary tales. They are made of choices and mistakes. And for Abel and Evie, the artist and the muse, those mistakes come in the form of lights, camera, sex.NOTE: This is NOT a paranormal or a priest romance.
Kings of Mayhem
Penny Dee - 2019
We grew up side by side. Two kids tied together by the Kings of Mayhem Motorcycle Club. But I broke us. I broke her. So, she fled. Now she’s back after twelve long years. And I’m going to show her all the reasons why we should be together and make her forget all the reasons why we shouldn’t. INDY I’m back in town but only because I have to be. I’m here to help my mom bury my father. And the sooner we get it done, the better. Because I want to see Cade as much as I want a hole in the head. He broke me once—no, he broke my everything— and I’ll be damned if I’ll let him do it again. Get in and get out. That is the plan. But you know what they say about best-laid plans.
Blaze
Leah Wilde - 2016
Another day, another time, I might've laughed. But not today. Not now. There was business to take care of. I cut right to the chase. Ivan, my former business partner and mob boss extraordinaire, had tried to have me killed. I'd survived the assassination attempt, but now, there was a Russian hitman locked up in the basement of the Kings of Hell clubhouse. I needed someone to translate. That's where she came in. Her. Julia Danvers, professor of Russian history and linguistics. At first glance, I thought she was prim, proper, a princess in an ivory tower. But every layer I peel away reveals something more. Skin I want to stroke. A body I want to squeeze. A mouth I want to force wide open while she moans beneath me. She doesn't belong in my world. She's far too fragile. But I'm going to drag her, kicking and screaming… …right into the heart of the blaze. Blaze is a full-length, standalone romance novel with steamy hot sex, strong language, a happily ever after ending, and NO CLIFFHANGERS. Contains dark and disturbing themes, and over-the-top sexiness that may be uncomfortable for some readers.
Ariel, Always Enough
Danielle Norman - 2017
One woman would never be enough for one man. So I traded in men for a Harley. Nothing beats that kind of power between my legs. Then I blinked. And he was there. ~ Some things in life were inevitable; death, taxes, and badge bunnies willing to hop into my bed. The only problem is I’m a one woman kind of man. In my line of work, I’ve seen it all. Nothing bothers me until I find a woman’s wrecked body. When she blinked, My world changed. Forever doesn’t come close to giving me enough of her. From the author: Enough features my ideal hero, an Alpha-Beta. They are the type of men that will open the door for you during the day and put you up against it at night. Enough is comical, with just a hint of drama. It isn't politically correct and will have you searching your favorite sex toy store. Enough is a stand-alone novel with no cliffhanger. You will meet characters that will reappear in future books.
Damian
Jessica Wood - 2013
The man, the legend, the heartbreaker. As a self-proclaimed man-whore, Damian doesn’t believe in love or commitment. In fact, he can’t remember the last time he’s had feeling for a woman that went beyond hot, no-strings-attached sex. The only things he cares about are his bar, his appearance, and his needs.But then he meets Alexis.Meet Alexis Blythe. A small town girl that has lost a lot of love in her life. Wanting to leave her past behind her, she moves to San Francisco looking for a big change. Yet, despite everything she’s gone through, she still believes in true love.But then she meets Damian.When Alexis shows up at his bar, Damian’s caught by surprise. She’s different. She’s sweet, innocent, and feisty. But above all, this woman didn’t respond to his charm and piercing-blue eyes the way every other woman did. To Damian, she’s his ultimate challenge.Could Alexis be the girl that will break through Damian’s wall of perpetual bachelorhood without getting hurt? Or will Damian remain true his ways and break Alexis’s heart and her hopes of true love?
Batter Up
Robyn Neeley - 2014
A delicious premonition she shares every Monday evening with the bachelors of Buttermilk Falls as they gather at the Sugar Spoon bakery for Batter Up night. Investigative reporter Jason Levine just found himself as the man candy for a bachelorette party in Las Vegas. Roped into attending the Vegas nuptials, was he hearing things when the groom shares that the only reason he’s getting married is because a small town baker conjured up the name of his soulmate in her cake batter? Sparks fly when Jason tries to expose Emma as a fraud, but reality and logic go out the window as he begins to fall under her spell.
Devil You Know
Max Henry - 2015
Love can be a sweet gesture of flowers on your anniversary. Love can be a meal waiting at home after a long day at work. Love can be a gentle caress. Or the unspoken words in your lover’s eyes.Love isn’t a backhand, given because of a warm beer. Love isn’t wearing long-sleeves to hide bruises from the ladies at the supermarket.I thought I’d never experience love. Such emotion didn’t seem to fit with what I had—who I was.But he stepped in, and showed me his.He pulled me from the dark abyss I had lost myself to, and showed me the simple things which could bring such joy. Sun on my face. The smell of fresh coffee. Colours in the autumn leaves. All the little things.He shows me these things, but he doesn’t share in them. He knows happiness, but he doesn’t feel it. He will give love, but never accept it. He saved me. Now it’s my turn to return the favour …
A is for Alpha
Kate Aster - 2018
Camden Sheridan.A guy who will bring you to “O” faster than you can text it.Former Army Ranger with the standard issue 8-pack.And now, a bartender who’ll get you safely back to your hotel after too many margaritas… and you won’t want me to leave.Believe me, you won’t.I live life by my rules in my bachelor pad paradise here on the Big Island of Hawaii.Until a Ranger brother needs me to take care of his little girl while he deploys.A four-year-old cockblock in pigtails.My sex life comes to a screeching halt.Then the babysitter shows up.Annie.Smart, principled, good with kids. All the things I don’t look for in a woman.I want her anyway.Annie’s got a fortress of secrets surrounding her. But I’ll break it down and claim her as mine.If this kid will just take a nap.***A is for Alpha is a stand-alone, full-length romance.
Hot for the Holidays: Thirteen Naughty & Nice Novellas
Marie ForceJulia Kent - 2019
THIRTEEN BOOKS INCLUDE: A Gansett Island Christmas by Marie Force A Real Man Holiday by Jenika Snow Sweet Liar: Dirty Sweet Book 1 by Laurelin Paige Christmas Shopping for a Billionaire by Julia Kent Getting Scrooged by Eden Bradley Holiday Heat by Noelle Adams On the Twelfth Night of Kinkmas by Tamsen Parker Christmas Eve: A Love Story by M. O’Keefe Lost To You by A.L. Jackson Red & White: A Snow White and Rose Red Retelling by Sierra Simone Say It First by Nikki Sloane If I Return by Sawyer Bennett His For Christmas by Skye Warren HOT FOR THE HOLIDAYS is a gift from the authors to help you find a new series to love. It will only be available for a limited time!
Wanted by Him
Hazel Kelly - 2016
Addison Reed is up for the biggest promotion of her life, and she's determined not to let anything distract her from getting it. So when Wyatt Jones crosses her path sweaty, shirtless, and set on seducing her, she knows she's in trouble. But exactly how much trouble is something she never could've predicted... **Warning: This new adult romance series is meant for a mature audience due to adult language and explicit content.