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Sven (The Jorgensens #8)
ChaShiree M. - 2019
It’s the Jorgensen way. Cymion came to me at a time in both our lives when we were floundering and looking for our path. Now I have to tie her to me by any means necessary. Starting with putting my baby in her belly. Can Sven accomplish his goal before his lady love gets away? If you have been following this family, then you already know the answer. They are Filthy Modern Vikings for a reason. And Sven, will not be outdone.
Crazy Love
Mink - 2021
From that chance meeting, I created an entire life just for her. She’s right at home with me, both of us cuddling by a fire at our expansive cabin or going for a boat ride on our private lake.She’s so happy here with me … Or, she will be. Once I kidnap her and bring her home, I’ll show her how much she means to me. And when she realizes the lengths I’ll go to just to make her happy, she’ll see our love is real. Her mouthy cat notwithstanding, Bunny is everything I’ve ever wanted.With Bunny, it’s a fresh start for me. But maybe I should’ve kept a closer eye on my past because when old business associates come calling, the danger isn’t far behind.MINK's Note: Kitty and caffeine are required for this sweet, captive tale with a HEA.
Say Yes
Elle Christensen - 2016
With her business booming, she moves into a duplex nearby. Supposedly, the owner lives next door, but the mysterious man keeps odd hours and is often away, leaving her no opportunity to get to know him. Pilot, Colton Black, is trying to accept his life outside of the Air Force after an injury forced him into retirement. Despite keeping himself in the air by running a private charter company, he feels lost. Until the night he spies Lindsay in a black dress, carrying a tray of cupcakes. Suddenly, he has a very clear purpose, sex and sweets. Lindsay is uncomfortable starting a relationship with her landlord, but Colton is more than determined to convince her to take a chance on him. Unfortunately, someone else is laying claim to her, someone in the shadows, waiting for the right moment to tear Colton and Lindsay apart.
Pull You Through
Kaylee Ryan - 2018
The hell I lived through with my drug-addicted parents led me to the Marine Corps. Committing my life to my country was easy. My brothers were my family--all I had and all I needed. I wasn’t looking for her, but I should have known life had other plans.It led me to her.From the moment we met, I knew he was different--I just didn’t realize he'd change my life. He was a guy on leave, an acquaintance. Until he was something more, something unforgettable. I never imagined he'd leave ten days later, taking a piece of me with him. Then again, maybe I did know. I just didn't care.He was worth it.
Learning Curve
Nichole Rose - 2021
Whether you're into executives, sports stars, blue collar workers, rockstars, or billionaires, we deliver guaranteed happily-ever-afters. Swipe left or right to start searching for your soulmate today.Curvy Soulmates is a collection of steamy short romances brought to you by 12 of your favorite instalove authors.
Until Mani
Rochelle Paige - 2019
As its owner, Mani has had a front row seat to the second generation of Maysons finding their boom. But he’s always on the outside looking in, and he doubts it’ll ever be his turn...until Vivian comes crashing into his life. Vivian doesn’t think she has a lot in common with Mani. He owns a fancy restaurant, and she’s having a hard time finding a job. She’s searching for a cheap place to rent, and he has a beautiful house. Fast food drive-throughs are more her style, and Mani is all about gourmet. To Mani, these aren’t differences. They’re opportunities to give Vivian everything she deserves.
Getting His
Emily Minton - 2017
It takes only a quick look at Hadley Walsh, and he is like a man possessed. He has one goal: sliding between her legs and staying there.Getting His woman is the only thing that matters.Now that Tucker has her by his side, his life is nearly perfect. His days are filled with laughter, and his nights are full of hot sex. There's only one little problem; his mother and Hadley hate each other. Playing referee between the two women is driving him nuts!How can Tucker fix this without having to choose between the woman in his bed and the woman who gave him life?WARNING: Getting His is a sweet and sexy story. If you don't like insta-love, alpha men with nothing but sex on their minds, sweet and innocent heroines, or lots of smoking hot love scenes this is not the book for you.
Belt Buckles and Spurs
Gigi Thorne - 2018
But as we got older, when my feelings for her changed, I realized something. She was mine. Nora was full of sass and had a stubborn streak, but there was nothing that turned me on more. She’s all woman now, innocent and beautiful, and sweet like the candy apples they sell at the fair every summer. And my mouth waters every time I see her. She may be my childhood friend, but it’s time I tell her how much she means to me. It’s time I show Nora that we were meant to be together from day one. Nora Toby Maxwell wasn’t just my friend, he was the man I’d fallen hopelessly in love with. With a big belt buckle, polished cowboy boots, and silver spurs, I’d known him my whole life and had loved him just as long. As an adult now I understand that holding back how I felt was foolish. Life is too short to worry about the what ifs. Time to cross the line and tell Toby how I really felt. Note: This one is for all the safety readers out there! Hope you’re ready for a dual virgin, friends-to-lovers, sugary sweet read! Don’t let the fact it’s a short story deter you … this one will check off all your hopeless romantic boxes!
Bounced
Brill Harper - 2017
I've seen some crazy stuff as a bouncer. I thought I'd seen it all.But I've never seen anything like her. Just one look and I knew my life was never going to be the same. She's sweet, innocent, and looking for trouble.She found it.I'm big and mean and more trouble than she ever imagined. I'm going to mess up all her carefully laid plans. And I'm going to make her mine.SarahI'm a careful girl. Life is too dangerous not to be. I have a plan. Goals. And none of them include an overly-muscled, tattooed, possessive bouncer with an eye patch from the road house just outside of city limits.I just wanted one night off from being perfect, boring, and careful.He's too much man for a girl like me. Too intense. Too visceral.But I don't think he's going to let me go.Author's Confession: I don't even know if this could happen in real life. Luckily, it's a book. That means the hot, tatted, beardy bouncer can totally take one look at the virgin college student studying actuarial science and know he's going to marry the sh!t out of her. Right?
Never Been Kissed
Lucy Darling - 2020
But he’s the one threat I never saw coming. Silent, strong, and far too good-looking, he makes me feel when I should be doing anything but. I’ve always prided myself on keeping up with the boys. But this time, with this man, I don’t want to be just one of the boys to him. I want to be his everything.She’s the kind of woman you savor. One that deserves devotion and sacrifice. I’m more than willing to give it all to her. Strong and soft, courageous but hiding secret fears—she’s the woman who owned my heart from the moment I saw her. Sharing my life with her includes sharing my nightmares, but will I be strong enough to fully let her in when the time comes? Knowing losing her would be the biggest nightmare of them all.
Sweet Like Candy
Evie Harrison - 2018
Right. She’s tried it all—fix ups, speed dating, online profiles and even a popular phone app, all with no success. She’s sure her dream man is out there, but she’s done trying to find him herself. She figure's when it’s meant to be; fate will find a way. Ryan Walters is a workaholic who’s not looking for Mrs. Right. He’s not even looking for Mrs. Right Now. Instead, he spends his days focused on what he cares about most— amassing a fortune. Aside from his sister and her children, Ryan has no time for entanglements of any kind. What happens when one confirmed bachelor meets the sweetest girl in the world? Happily ever after, of course!
Worth the Chance
Stella James - 2017
I deserve love. I am safe.ColeNever in my life have I felt an attraction so intense. Everything about her is beautiful. I can’t explain my need to protect her or the fact that one look from her ignites every possessive instinct within me. I’ll do whatever it takes to keep her safe.Lily Jensen escaped an abusive marriage and finds herself beginning a new life in the small town of Blue Falls, nestled deep in the Rocky Mountains. Every day is a battle against the memories of her past. She hasn’t so much as looked at a man in over two years. Until Cole.Cole Stone has made a name for himself as the head of the family contracting business and has no plans of settling down with one woman. Until Lily.Can Lily overcome her insecurities and trust herself enough to give love a second chance?Will Cole succeed in convincing her that he’s a worthy choice?18 + Due to content.Contains elements of domestic violence that some readers may have difficulty with.Each book in the Blue Falls series can be read as a standalone. However, in order to fully enjoy the supporting characters and story lines, it is recommended that you read the books in order.