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A Crazy Ghetto Love Story
Linette King - 2016
They did everything together being that they were just 4 years apart. Wayne is the oldest but Vanessa was the leader. Together they would cause mischief and mayhem throughout the neighborhood. See they both knew right from wrong and Wayne never wanted to do anything but Vanessa had a way of changing his mind. She had him wrapped around her pinky finger in a way only a baby sister could. The only person who could control Vanessa was her mother Karen. Sadly she died from breast cancer when Vanessa was only 8 years old. After the death of her mother, there was nothing anyone could say or do to stop her from doing exactly what she wanted to do. Michael, the kids father and a policeman was so heartbroken over his wife’s death that he pretty much let the 2 of them get away with murder, literally. Across town Chris Butler had no life of luxury. Not knowing who neither his father nor mother was left Chris in a cold world alone going from foster home to foster home. He ran away from each home until he was 13 years old. This is when he linked up with James, Frankie, Steve and Phatty G. They lived in a CO ED group home until Steve turned 18 and was able to get an apartment in his name. Together they robbed drug dealers who didn’t live near them to survive. Chris being the youngest was often caught by the police and sent back to another home where he would eventually escape from. Chris didn’t trust anyone but his brothers and sister, Frankie. Although none of them were actually related, blood couldn’t make them any closer. They would each take a bullet and die for the other.
His Billion Dollar Proposal (Billionaire Diaries, #1)
Janine Taylor - 2020
She prides herself on always being put together with the perfect outfit, hair, and makeup, as image is everything in her business. She has big plans for her future. Imani has zero time for a man! All of her energy is focused on her business and employees who she considers family, until the moment that the arrogant billionaire Theo Warrens graces the doorway to her salon with his presence.Theo Warrens is a billionaire tech mogul with a meddling mother. After turning his back on the family’s established law firm, he decided to take a major chance on a tech invention of his own creation which made him a billionaire. Forever in the limelight, he needs to always be looking his best. However, an unexpected botched hair job has him turning to Imani to save him.Soon after, Theo has a tempting proposal for Imani that has her in two minds.Theo is not a man used to being ignored or not catered to at every turn, so Imani’s indifference to him intrigues him.Will Imani put running her business on hold and accept Theo’s offer? Will sparks fly between them? Or will she turn down the handsome, bossy billionaire?Find out in this brilliant BWWM romance book by Janine Taylor of BWWM Love.
Divorced Single Mom
Hattie Black - 2016
She’s just divorced her cheating husband, and her college sweetheart is the one that got away. But she has no time for a love life, being a single mom and struggling to save the family business. Gabe Crawford might be flying high as a wealthy playboy but he’s never forgotten Mallory, his college sweetheart. When he finds her again, the attraction is instant. Sparks fly, but Mallory isn’t impressed by his billions. When his lavish lifestyle threatens to derail all his plans, can Gabe capture her jaded heart and convince her to play his wicked game?
Her Asian Billionaire's Proposal
Mary Peart - 2016
Free-spirited Selena doesn't like to stay in one place or settle down.So when she gets a job working for handsome billionaire Peter Chin, she tells him that's the deal.Usually the one in change with people being intimidated by him, Selena's straightforwardness is a breath of fresh air.Soon he can't get Selena out of his mind, and wants to get to know her better outside of work.But with fast moving Selena always having one eye on the exit door, will Peter be able to propose to her a good enough reason to stay?Or is she destined to swoop out of his life as fast as she came in?
Tamed
Zaria Diamond - 2019
I knew what it meant, and was ready for what I’d be expected to do. But nothing could have prepared me for him. He is as powerful as the stallions locked in his stables. His heart is as distant as a falcon flying over the horizon, searching for prey. He lives in a palace and wears royal robes, but make no mistake. This man is not a desert prince, but a beast. That’s fine. I am not the innocent beauty I appear to be. I am a hunter. He owns the sand I walk on and the water I drink, but he will never own me. He may claim my body, but I will tame his heart.
The Driver's Wife
S.K. Keogh - 2018
Leighlin Plantation offers Edward Ketch a new life, an opportunity to forsake his violent, troubled past and become a man worthy of respect and trust. But when a slave named Isabelle arrives, Ketch is drawn into a turbulent relationship that threatens the very peace he has struggled to attain. Isabelle has her own desires for a fresh start, but scurrilous gossip about her past undermines those hopes. She struggles to be accepted by Leighlin’s other slaves and hopes marriage to a popular man will aid her cause. But her situation worsens when her husband becomes abusive. She discovers, however, one unlikely ally—Ketch, who is as much an outcast among Leighlin’s white population as she is among her people. A stranger to love, Ketch cannot recognize the true feelings that draw him to Isabelle. To rescue her from the dangers of her marriage, he risks losing not only his position at Leighlin but the affections of the woman he strives to save. Set against the backdrop of 17th century Carolina, The Driver’s Wife explores the lives and relationships, from Big House to slave settlement, of those who labored upon the wilderness plantations near Charles Town. Rice cultivation and the task system of slavery provide a much different landscape from the aristocratic Old South of cotton plantations and gang labor familiar to most modern-day readers. The Driver’s Wife is a tale of the transcendent power of love.
Beasts: New Beginnings
Natavia - 2016
Goon’s sons Kanye and Akea, have grown up and are experiencing love for the first time with their mates. Kanye, is stubborn and is next in line to be the next “Alpha.” Akea, is the outcast in the pack. Akea feels like being the outcast is his rightful place because he doesn’t have the beast trait like everyone else in the pack. Will the two brother’s get along or will they become enemies? Monifa is dating a human jock at their college but her heart desires someone else. She is secretly in love with a beast, but does the beast feel the same about her? The love/hate relationship Monifa has with the one she secretly loves spirals out of control because of betrayal. Osiris, the prince of “Anubi” is cast away to earth because his evil witch, aunt Meda has bigger plans for him. Osiris is left with two choices, fight for his world or join the Underworld. Which choice will he take? In this new beginnings of the beasts, love is being tested, rules of the pack are being broken and not everyone are who they seem. New love is brewing while old love is being destroyed. Will the offspring survive fighting for love or will the past destroy the pack? Join the New Beginnings of the offspring as they start a new journey of their own.
Shameless Desires
Sedona Venez - 2018
But if it is your cup of tea?Well then, buy this bad boy. You’re in for a delicious treat.I’d never imagined that being posed, ordered, and held would feel this good.Until now, I’d never found the right lovers to coax out my hidden, dark desires.Nor had I found anyone worthy of initiating me into their world of pleasure, pain, dominance, and submission. Now, my two lovers were helping me to reinvent my every notion of pleasure.The safe, sensible, boring Keira, who never took risks or tried anything outside her comfort zone, was gone.I’ve finally found a place where I truly belong—with my two lovers and our shameless desires.This MFM romance is all about her—no M/M. As with all my books, this stand-alone is safe with no cheating and a guaranteed HEA.
Wrong Bride for the Billionaire
Danica Jackson - 2017
David Pierce has taken over his family business, but his womanizing and partying are threatening to drive it into the ground. As a successful real estate tycoon, he's got more money than he knows what to do with, but risks losing everything after yet another scandal lands him in the tabloids. As handsome as he may be, Imani Jones finds herself repulsed by the crass businessman who treats women like objects. In need of money, she reluctantly agrees to work as his translator and accompanies him to the Ukraine. He's searching for a bride, believing a wife will convince the public that he's settling down and help restore his battered reputation. Imani finds that things may not be what they appear with David, however, and that there may be a good guy buried under his rough exterior. He's smitten with his beautiful translator, and although she tries to fight it, she soon finds herself developing feelings for him as well. Will she be able to resist the advances of the man she once viewed with such disdain? Things take an unexpected turn when jealousy rears its ugly head and a scorned redhead throws a monkey wrench into things. Will David and Imani find a way to make it work, or will another scandal be the end of their budding romance? **** This is a standalone full length BWWM romance novel with an HEA. ****
Caedmon Wolves; 6 Books Collection
Ambrielle Kirk - 2015
Includes 6 full books in the Caedmon Wolves series.
With the fate of the Caedmon Pack hanging in the balance, their leaders devise a strategy for peace and prolonged existence. One Alpha leads the pack to overcome grief and hopelessness during a time of chaos. His enemies make attempts to tear down the unity holding the pack together. Rivals infiltrate their territories and threaten to claim possession at the first sign of weakness. Many lives are destroyed in the quest for dominance and peace. The rules must evolve to fit their ever-changing society before deception, jealousy, and hatred ruin the Caedmon Pack!
This collection focuses on the Caedmon Pack Council members as they face tough choices between loyalty and true love. 6 Sexy Alpha Males and 6 Happily-Ever-Afters included.
Author's Note: These are full-length paranormal romance stories of the 1st six books in the Caedmon Wolves series.
The following titles are included:
Wolf's HavenWolf's PromiseWolf's TouchWolf's DesireWolf's StrengthWolf's Honor
Strictly Confidential Attraction & Taking Care of Business
Brenda Jackson - 2010
Instead of asking her to be his lover, he was asking her to be temporary nanny to his baby niece. Not an ounce of desire in sight. Or was there? Living together, spending time in intimate surroundings, created a sensual tension too powerful to ignore. How long before this strictly business relationship turned into a strictly passionate predicament?Taking Care of BusinessFrom the moment she met Tag Elliott, Renee Williams thought of nothing but how his lips would feel on hers. That and darkened bedrooms and whispered promises. But as a member of Manhattan's wealthiest family, Tag was way out of the social worker's league. Besides, no matter how much she craved him, there was another small matter: she was black and Tag was white. Renee had agreed to one night to live their fantasies, but in the light of day Tag decided once was not enough. He could ignore the scandal they would stir; why couldn't she? After all, Tag wanted her. And he always got what he wanted….
Ruin Me
D.A. Young - 2021
From their first encounter, Cruz “The Butcher” Merada and Zafira Wilder’s meticulously laid plans were shot to hell.He’s a charmingly persuasive player, a keeper of sinful promises, who’s used to getting what he wants. She’s resilient, determined, and nobody’s pushover. They know a relationship between them would never work; However, it’s only a matter of time before they risk giving in to their desires. Soon, they’re spiraling out of control in a tangled web of heartstrings and treachery.If they’re smart, they’ll call it quits, and walk away before someone gets hurt; Or, just maybe, Cruz and Zafira will be brave enough to confront their fears and fight for what’s inevitable between them - love.
The Lions Den
Qyesha Smith - 2014
Born with a silver spoon in her mouth in a wealthy family without a care in the world, Robin, a once rich-girl from Florida, has lost everything when her father, is arrested for embezzlement. Now having to slowly adjust to a downgraded life, in a new city, Robin, must learn what it means to survive with the fittest. Joni is Robin's new neighbor. Not your typical "hood" girl, but the typical scammer that dabbles in everything from boosting to hustling. Joni takes a liking to Robin and plans to get her away from her "bougie" persona into something more "hood" certified." The lifestyle that Joni is leading will land her in much more trouble than jail, especially when a stripper introduces Joni into blackmailing businessmen. Now deciding it is time for Robin to be down with this life of chaos, Joni convinces Robin to prove herself continuously. Her motto is “it’s either you’re with me or against me.” Joni’s plan is to take over the hood like her older brothers had failed to do. Ron has struggled his whole life. Being on his own since 15, he’s always wanted a life in which he would never have to want for anything. Growing up with a mother who abandoned him and a father who committed suicide, Ron had to grow up fast in this cold world alone. Now as a man, he has his eyes set on two things, getting money and the new girl Robin. He plans on telling his best friend Joni that he is leaving the game plus taking Robin with him. But when two events occur in his life, everything changes and he begins to reevaluate the route his life is taking. Sometimes you have to be thrown into situations to know what it’s like. In the wild, you either sink or you swim. Follow the lives of Robin, Joni, and Ron as they try to figure out how to make it out of The Lions’ Den.
A Love The Streets Couldn't Give
Ni"andra Ruff - 2017
After the mysterious disappearance of her mother, Aaliya was left with no choice but to put her life on hold and raise not only her daughter, but her younger siblings, Harlem and Amelia. Cleaning up the messes behind a countless number of notorious thugs, Demetri Mikhailov was the go-to guy for any job— just as long as you were talking the right price. When a longtime friend of his sends him on a search for his children, Demetri willingly obliges. With little to go on, Demetri is shocked to face the vivacious Aaliya. He didn't have the slightest clue as to what he was getting himself into when he crossed paths with the chocolate beauty. As a bond is built and love is found, the pair finds themselves entangled in a web of lies, secrets, and betrayal. Trying his best to keep the truth behind his lies, Demetri finds himself in a situation he can't seem to get out of. When Aaliya finds out his secret, will Demetri's biggest fear come true? Will Aaliya call it quits and walk away or will love prevail and she choose to stay?
The Way Back
Tressie Lockwood - 2018
His fiancée left him before he woke from a coma. Keon can’t see past the pain in his heart and the darkness surrounding him. He wants to give up on life, but his best friend keeps pushing him to go on--as if it could ever get better. Shakita Chambers has just landed a dream job working with a man she’s admired for years. She would love to learn all she can from Keon, a world famous author. Except Keon is broken. He’s determined to drink himself into the grave, starve himself there, or tick her off so bad she kills him herself. Despite Keon’s ugly attitude, Shakita is attracted to him. One minute they’re arguing, the next they can’t keep their hands off each other. Shakita knows she’s playing a dangerous game. Keon still loves his ex, and his ex won’t let him forget it. Shakita’s worried about her heart, and so is every other interfering busybody in her life.