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Love Without Reason
Alison Fraser - 1993
Love Without Reason by Alison Fraser released on Jun 24, 1994 is available now for purchase.
The Emperor's New Clothes
Victoria Alexander - 1997
Mistaken for the Countess of Bridgewater, Ophelia saw no reason to reveal herself until she had stripped the hamlet of its fortunes and escaped into the sunset. Raised from grifter to gentlewoman, the fiery-haired actress couldn't help but chuckle at teaching a lesson to a town so sold on appearances. But the free-spirited beauty almost swallowed her script when she met Tyler, the town's virile mayor.When Tyler Matthews returned from an Ivy League college and his year abroad, he simply wanted to settle down and enjoy the simplicity of ranching. But his aunt and uncle were set on making a silk purse out of Dead End, and Tyler was going to be the new mayor. It was a job he took with little relish—until he caught a glimpse of the village's newest visitor. And as Tye got to know the "Countess" Ophelia, he grew to love her. But trusting her was a different story, and Tye swore that before he was through, he'd uncover her deepest secrets—and teach her that it's what's underneath that counts in matters of the heart.
Nightway
Janet Dailey - 1980
One, charming, secure in his world and his riches. The other, an outcast of brooding sensuality, proud of his Indian ways.Lanna would be forced to choose between them - and between two kinds of life. And even as they fought to possess her, the dark legacy of greed and treachery that lay hidden in their family threatened to destroy her future - and her love.
High Horse Bastard
Kit Smart - 2018
Hot and Cold himself.From the moment we met, he’s taken issue with me. I don’t exactly hate him… I mean, I wouldn’t go so far as to kick his crutches out from under him, but if he were on fire, and I had water, I’d drink it. Working together wasn’t part of the plan.Naturally, my asshole boss assigned him to act as my editor on the single most important project of my career; the one that’s going to get me out of my work contract and literally ‘save the estate’ that I am trying to organize into a equine therapy center.So here we are.Up against a ridiculous deadline.Butting heads.Stuck with each other.Wading through the good, the bad, the ugly and the ridiculously intimate.And something is beginning to shift between us.I’m not sure what the hell is happening, or how it fits in with my new badass pirate bitch image…But holy hell, can the High Horse Bastard kiss.Warning: Strong language, mature content and sexual situations included. High Horse Bastard is a steamy adult romance featuring a strong, sexy hero with a disability and an equally strong badass pirate bitch in training. Fans of Flowers From the Storm, England’s Perfect Hero, Me before You and Hart Broken will enjoy this take on the wounded hero romance genre.High Horse Bastard is for anybody who enjoys:steamy adult contemporary romance (If you don’t enjoy reading about sex than this book is probably not for you.)love stories that defy stereotypesunconventional heroesstrong heroines who are mostly peace, love, and light mixed with a little ‘Go fuck Yourself.’strong, sexy, damaged heroes and disabled characters High Horse Bastard is the prequel to the forthcoming No Such Unit series, but can be read as a standalone.
Bumping Uglies
Alice Coldbreath - 2014
Please be warned this story is steamy with strong language and adult situations and not for those who would be offended by these themes. word count: 14,000
Avenging Angel
Glenna McReynolds - 1993
But when the beautiful lawyer lands in the middle of his investigation, she also lands at the top of a powerful man's hit list. Out of luck and out of time, Dylan only has one chance to save her, and he only has one plan - kidnap the beauty. Frightened senseless, Johanna is shocked when she recognizes her captor, the bad boy bodyguard who had once worked for her powerful boss. She had been dangerously attracted to him, and now she's in his clutches and at his mercy. But with the night heating up and the hitmen closing in, passion will have to take a back seat to survival...or will it? With these two, the only safe bet is on scorching desire and endless love!
The Greek's Duty-Bound Royal Bride (Harlequin Presents)
Julia James - 2020
It’s the only way to save her exiled family from bankruptcy. For duty, she’ll accept brooding Greek Leon’s bargain: her royal status in exchange for his financial support. And she’ll bury her dreams of a real relationship…Ellie’s wholly unprepared for the all-consuming chemistry that ignites between them! But although his touch is addictive, falling for Leon’s masculine appeal is deeply dangerous. He’s always been clear: his heart is under lock and key. Unless Ellie can change his mind…
What's Your Price?
Sam Crescent - 2021
Unlike any other woman, she’s not intimidated by his power. His wealth doesn’t delight her. Only when he fires her does he get her attention.The harshness of life has taught Laura she can only rely on herself. This crime lord monster won’t make her beg. If he wants her, he can have her, but she’ll never fall in love with him.For the first time in his life, he’s the one doing the chasing. Laura won’t let him into her heart, only allowing sex. He’ll possess her body, but what he really wants is to own her heart, where he sees the pain she tries to hide.He’s fifteen years her senior, but she's the woman he’s been waiting for, and there’s no way he can let her go—even if it means putting her life in danger to be with him.
The King's Captive Virgin
Natalie Anderson - 2018
Then King Giorgos Nicolaides kidnaps her, demanding information about his missing sister! She knows nothing—but their potent attraction unlocks a desire Kassie never thought possible. A deal is struck—she will help protect his sister’s reputation, and Giorgos will introduce Kassie to the decadent pleasure only he can arouse in her…A sensual romance of innocence awakened…
Beauty and the Assassin
Nadia Lee - 2022
It’s only a matter of time before he kills me. But then I meet Tolyan.He bursts into my life like a god of vengeance, seething with raw power and danger, trained to protect—or kill. He has a scowl for the world, but for some reason, he’s gentle with me and the idea of deadly power leashed only for me makes my heart flutter.One night, he kills a man and I realize he’s the answer I’ve been searching for…if I can convince him to help.TolyanTen years ago, a man murdered the mother of my child. Now it’s time for him to pay. And I’ve finally found what he wants—Angelika.Those wide innocent eyes and a smart mouth that makes me laugh are things I love about her. But she’s going to be my perfect bait, willing and obedient. All I have to do is guard against falling for her...Beauty and the Assassin is a standalone slow-burn romance with dark humor and suspense, with a mysterious, hot as H former assassin, a damsel in distress who never gives up, and three loyal and lovable Dobermans. Plus, after reading this book, you'll never think of creamed corn the same way again. Need a story to make you laugh, cry and shiver? Then grab Beauty and the Assassin today!
The Wedding Ultimatum
Helen Bianchin - 2002
She'd turned to him as a last resort to help her family. The outrageous solution he proposed turned her world upside down!Rafael would make all Danielle's troubles disappear -- if she married him and gave him an heir. The idea was shocking, intriguing, tempting! To marry this devastatingly sexy man, and share his bed? Danielle had 24 hours before Rafael would return to claim her....
The Darker Side of Pleasure
Eden Bradley - 2007
In The Bonds of Love a struggling couple will do anything to save their marriage, even if it means experimenting with a little bondage. But once their research moves beyond the bedroom, how will they know if they’ve gone too far?... In The Lair a woman answers an ad for a female submissive, ready to surrender to her body’s deepest yearnings. Finding love is the last thing she anticipates… And in Love and Discipline a journalist expects her interview with a sensual extremist to be business as usual. Instead she finds herself submitting to the dominant desires of a handsome stranger—and discovering more about herself than she ever dreamed possible.Sensual and mysterious, this captivating collection is sure to seduce you, page after tantalizing page.…
Deal of a Lifetime
Susan Napier - 1991
But outside the office, her almost magical attraction for children dictated that she ought to be an earth mother. Currently a major contender for promotion, she'd been pleased to be among those invited to Sir Clive Conway's holiday island-until she discovered that his whole family, including children and babies, were there, too!Emma didn't know if she'd be able to maintain her corporate image-and that meant she could kiss the promotion goodbye. But then she met Frazer Conway, Sir Clive's half brother and father of an adorable little boy. Frazer quickly made it clear he wanted Emma in both her roles!
Lord Ravenscar's Revenge
Barbara Cartland - 1978
LORD RAVENSCAR'S REVENGEEvery day since she had fled to the farm, Romara had yearned for Lord Ravenscar, and had cried many bitter tears over him at night into her pillow.How, she asked herself, could she have been so foolish, so stupid, as to fall in love with a man who could only feel for her rage and disgust?Yet when she closed her eyes she could see his strong, noble face; his beautiful eyes looking searchingly into hers."It was...inevitable that I should...love him," Romara whispered to herself.
A Sky Warrior Christmas
Sadie Carter - 2018
Well, that’s if Christmas actually happens. Eden and Frankie are trying their best to create a Christmas spirit, but with Sacaren threatening Santa bodily harm if he tries to enter their home, Nax complaining about the decorations, and the old bat who lives next door calling the cops for every little thing, it seems like Christmas will be an impossible task. Rejoin some old characters and meet some new one’s in this Sky Warrior Christmas novella. Please note this is a novella set between Sacaren and Nax’s stories and is best read as part of the series.