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Hooked: A Christmas Romance: The Doyles, Boston Irish Mafia Romance
Sophie Austin - 2019
Sia Fitzgerald is obsessed with Christmas. So she's decided to use her event planning skills to turn Martha's Vineyard into a winter wonderland. Which is about the last thing I want. Since leaving the Coast Guard, I own a fish shack. And once the season's over, everyone leaves. It's amazing. But now, Little Miss Christmas is screwing all of that up. Problem is, Sia also looks more delicious than any cookie she bakes up. And I want to trim her tree. I know she thinks I'm the Grinch, And I'll be one, if I can steal her heart. Hooked is a fast-paced, opposites attract romance full of sexy Christmas sweater contests, stolen moments under the mistletoe, and just the package you hope to find waiting when you're snowed in for the holidays. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a heartwarming, sizzling hot HEA.
A Christmas Kiss
Roxy Wilson - 2014
He should be grateful when the attractive CEO of Riley’s Grand Events comes to console him, but instead he does the unthinkable—he kisses her. Alexandria “Lexi” Riley has kissed a few frogs in her life, hoping that one day she’ll finally find her prince. But, what she doesn’t bargain for is a prince who used to be her client—a client whose wedding she was paid to organize and whose pride she had to protect when his bride-to-be left him. Months later, Cole and Lexi meet again. Friendship and then a romantic relationship develop between them. But, unexpectedly, two things happen: a crime against Lexi and a reentry of Cole’s ex-fiancée into his life. Will this Christmas turn out to be a fiasco like the one the year before? AUTHOR'S NOTE: A Christmas Kiss was released in 2014 and has been newly updated.
Broken Promises
S.K. Lessly - 2019
They met when they were kids and shared a love of all things science, computers, and freeze tag. True love blossomed but was never allowed to flourish. Promises were made but never kept. Ethan moved away, leaving Alexis brokenhearted. Fast forward to now. A class reunion has brought the once best friends back together. Unfortunately, Alexis and Ethan aren't the same people they were in school. Bitterness, pain and rejection has taken root, leaving the once thick as thieves friends, at odds. Or so they think. The more time they spend together, the more they realize the love they once had for each other didn’t die; it lay dormant, ready for its chance to flicker to life. All they needed to do was sit back and watch the sparks fly. Except, once again, fate has other ideas. Has too much time passed for these two childhood friends? Has the pain of broken promises become too great to overcome? Or can they get past differences and tough obstacles to be together? Both Alexis and Ethan will come to a crossroads. The question is, which road will they choose… a life together or a life apart.
Forbidden Kisses
Sha Renée - 2016
She’s beautiful, sassy and smart. What he doesn’t know is she’s also in the Navy and her enlisted rank means a relationship with her could get him discharged from military service.While on leave from teaching at a top Naval facility, Layla Matthews tumbles head over heels for the sexiest man she’s encountered in a long time. The fact that he can hold an intelligent conversation is an added bonus. Her world is turned upside down when she later discovers he’s a Navy lieutenant. Her senior officer. Definitely off-limits. Continuing their relationship could ruin their military careers. Ending it would break both their hearts. Do they end their sizzling romance or keep it a secret... and pray no one finds out?
Executive Decision
Jasmine Garner - 2015
Determined to get her life back on track, she isn’t letting anything distract her- especially not another man.That’s what she’s telling herself, anyway. Her new boss is gorgeous, rich, and only has eyes for her. They’re both damaged from their pasts, and she wants to protect herself from another heartbreak. But he’s determined to prove himself to her and no matter how hard she tries, she can't resist his charm. Standalone no cliffhanger and HEA
Humbug
Joanna Chambers - 2015
As far as Quin is concerned, Christmas is a giant waste of time. Quin's on the fast track to partnership, and the season of goodwill is just getting in the way of his next big project. But when Quin's boss, Marley, confiscates his phone and makes him take an unscheduled day off, Quin finds himself being forced to confront his regrets, past and present, and think about the sort of future he really wants…and who he wants it with.
An Unlikely Match
Kayla Watkins - 2017
Nia Harris is a devoted mother who works long hours to take care of her son, Tyrone. Her workaholic ex has no interest in being a father, but his financial support pays the tuition for Tyrone’s private school. When Nia gets a call that Tyrone has been suspended, she meets the rough-and-tumble little girl he’s clashing with … and the girl’s devastatingly sexy father. Dylan Yurkovich loves his daughter, Molly, but his IT securities firm takes up most of his time. He can’t help noticing that Nia is lovely, even if she is a bit of a control freak. Neither one of them can afford to take time off, and their usual sitters aren’t available during school hours. With no other choice, the parents work out a deal to trade off childcare for the next three days. The arrangement gives Tyrone the rare chance to play outside in the dirt, and Molly the opportunity to be a girly girl. Their parents, meanwhile, see eye to eye on almost nothing … but they can’t deny the attraction sparking beneath their arguments. Strong as their chemistry is, it’s no guarantee. Can two such different people bridge the gaps between them? Or will they say goodbye forever when those three days are up? **** This is a standalone full length BWWM romance novel with an HEA. **** Your copy of "An Unlikely Match " (approximately 50,000 words) includes a BONUS BOOK by Tiana Cole(approximately 50,000 words)
Her Mistletoe Minotaur
Erin St. Charles - 2019
Which is why minotaur shifter Mitch Wayne has carefully cultivated a Grinchy, grumpy persona for years, keeping carolers, charity solicitations, and holiday invitations at bay. He hated Christmas, and he hated how the town residents lost their ever loving minds this time of year. Every year, he hid in his log cabin mansion outside of town, safe from the merry making, and avoided going into town until after the New Year. The only thing Mitch hated more than Christmas was having strange people in his space. So why did he bring a woman stranded on the side of the road during a snowstorm back to his cabin? A woman with the absurd name of Petunia, who was too young, too cheerful, too Christmassy to be endured? A woman who interrupted his solitude with holiday cheer, set off his smoke detectors with her cooking, and fascinated his beast *and* his libido? And why did he have just one thought when he looked at this annoying little woman: MINE Collect all eleven tales in the A Very Alpha Christmas series. Each tale is a standalone and this series does not have to be read in order. Contains mature themes. Not intended for readers under 18.
Creed
Tressie Lockwood - 2014
He's seen despair and hunger in his life, but as a newly declared billionaire in Forbes magazine, he still doesn't feel like this is it. There's something missing, and the fact is, despite all his hard work, the past keeps rising to influence the present. He can't deny himself. To complicate matters, Creed's brothers, the irresponsible men that they are, have purchased a restaurant in New Orleans, and they want Creed to join them. Leave the corporate world that got them where they are to go work a failing restaurant without experience? But this just might be what Creed's been looking for. Now, all he needs to do is hire the chef, a sexy beauty with a smart mouth who almost killed him by serving him peanuts in his food. Well, Shada Howard did save his life while he was completely naked. Maybe New Orleans won't be so bad after all. Not if he can tame her and make her his!
When He Comes Back Around
Mary Peart - 2016
Jewel was certain she had met the boy of her dreams, until he unexpectedly moved away to Europe and left her broken-hearted. Fast forward into adulthood, and Jewel is happily content with how her life is going. That is, until she discovers Jordan has returned to take over his father’s business, and is looking to reconnect with the love of his life. Jewel wants this too, she really does. But time changes things, and despite being as dashing as ever, Jordan has a lot of making up to do. Will the two be able to reconnect lost love after all these years? Or will Jewel be left broken-hearted for a second time, with even worse consequences? Find out in this exciting and passionate pregnancy romance by bestselling author Mary Peart of BWWM Club. Suitable for over 18s only due to sex scenes so hot, you'll be wishing for your own star-crossed romance.
Tangle of Tinsel
Shyla Colt - 2020
New job. New life.Everything’s going great for Romy Foster until an unattended toddler and a seven-foot-tall Christmas tree conspire against her. Tangled in tinsel and covered in broken ornaments, she finds her concussed-self riding in an ambulance with the most attractive man she’d ever seen. Alone in the state, she’s forced to accept his help for at least twenty-four hours to wait out the concussion. The attraction between them Is undeniable. However, it’s the reason behind it, she doubts.Caleb Miller noticed the woman the moment she walked into his Nona’s store, Bits and Baubles. Long-legged, and thick, she stands out from the crowd of Christmas shoppers. Her accident forced them together, but it’s her personality that keeps him longing for more time. When Nona gets involved, making her holiday a family affair becomes a priority. The gift of love seems to be on its way …until his ex-girlfriend shows up un expectantly.Can the two work together to undo the tangle of tinsel and find a merry Christmas together?
#1 Crush
Kaia Bennett - 2014
Gabriel has always seen Nicole as his good friend’s very pretty, but extremely off limits baby sister. Then a hot summer day and an even hotter discovery pushes them over the lines of friendship, over the lines of unrequited desire, and into each other's arms.Will they indulge and move on? Or will this crush turn into something more, something deeper? Something that leaves loose ends begging to be tied…#1 Crush is book one in the Loose Ends series. Each book is a full novel and the series will conclude with book three.
Conquered: A Billionaire's Deal
Amanda Horton - 2017
Even a billion dollars can’t buy him the love he craves. A wild, genius entrepreneur with a bad-boy reputation that threatens his ambition to transform the education system of the country. He needs a solution. He needs a wife. Noelle knows how hard life can be – her dead-beat ex landed himself in jail, leaving her a single mum, struggling to keep her delicatessen afloat with the immigration department hot on her heels. It seems her chance for love would be swept away under the worry of life one step ahead of deportation. Time is running out. She’d do anything to stay. Even marry. An unlocked door. A chance meeting that ignites a whirlwind romance between them. From spices and warm baked bread to twisted bedsheets and hot, ravishing nights of desire, both of their lives are changed forever. A fiery passion carries them from the glittering heights of government society back to the unjust realities of life on the streets of New York. But when the dreams they chase begin to shatter around them, will the fight become too much to bear? Can their love survive the media storm that threatens to tear them apart? Can love, truly, conquer all? This sexy rollercoaster of love and scandal in New York will leave you hungry for more! Conquered is the first book in a series of novella's, with a gritty undertone and a super-sweet climax. Don’t miss it! The book comes with a BONUS billionaire romance short story & an upcoming novella sample from Horton Publishing. Buy now to enjoy these stories on your Kindle.
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Unraveling Sorrentino
Elisabeth - - 2017
She ripped my heart out and left a big gaping hole in my chest. She's dead to me...yet, she's just appeared in front of me again. Her:I don't remember anything I did in my past. I don't know who I was. I've lived the past 10 years with guidance. I want to remember but who's going to help me when no one is willing to help? I want to know. Reinie Bridges’ name was a mere whisper on Lincoln's lips and and a craving that he had to satisfy.
Crimson Footprints
Shewanda Pugh - 2011
On the night of her brother’s murder, Deena Hammond stumbles upon Takumi Tanaka, lost and on the wrong end of a .32. After rescuing him from the certain fate driving through the hood in a Ferrari will bring, a sweet kind of friendship begins. A balm for her grief. Maybe, Deena likes to think, it happened the day her white mother killed her black father. Or maybe, it was always a part of them, like DNA gone bad. Whatever the case, Deena knows that her family would never approve, hell, never acknowledge her fast-growing love for Takumi. And had he never made love to her that way, in that unraveling, soul-searching sort of way she could’ve done the same. But love’s a devil that way. So, their game begins. One where they hide what they are from everyone. From anyone. And Tak understands this—for now. After all, Deena’s career hinges on the favor of her mentor and boss, his hard-ass of a father. And the Hammond family is already stretched thin with grief. Yet, each step Deena takes toward family and career brings her closer to an acceptance she’s never had. And away from him.