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Ethan
Delaney Diamond - 2022
After all, they’ve been together for seven years. One night, she broaches the subject of marriage and learns the devastating truth. Ethan has no intention of marrying her.Ethan married young and learned the hard way what it was like to be betrayed by the person he loved. After a bitter divorce, he promised himself he would never allow another woman to wreck his life again. So when Skye mentions marriage, he quickly shuts her down.To get the life she craves, Skye has no choice but to end the relationship and walk away. But can she really walk away, if Ethan won’t let her go?
D is for Deacon: An Older Man Younger Woman Romance (Men of ALPHAbet Mountain)
Natasha L. Black - 2022
Kinetic Energy (Forbidden Love #2)
Hayley Faiman - 2018
Ines was meant for great things. At least, that’s what her family keeps telling her. She’s going to be the first in her family to graduate with a degree. One she isn’t sure she even wants. Thomas appears to have it all. At least from the outside looking in. Married to a successful attorney and a professor for a University in Nebraska. How could he want more? Except, he does. So much more. He’s always taken his vows seriously, that is until he sees Ines sitting across from him in class. He’s never been one to break the code of conduct. Once put into motion, the ball of energy that possesses them is unstoppable. The gravitational pull too great. They can’t stop. Their bodies. Their hearts. Their God-forsaken souls are moving without control—until they crash.
Dating the Virgin: A Curvy Woman Instalove Romance
Piper Cook - 2022
Rawhide and Lace
Diana Palmer - 1986
Because of him she'd wrecked her car, her career—and lost their baby. And now Ty wanted her back. Without her, jobs would be lost. The future of the Staghorn Ranch depended on her return. Erin cared deeply for the devoted staff of his ranch. But how could she face the man she most hated—the man with a heart of stone and a will as tough as rawhide?
The Stone Family Treasure (South Port Beach Romances #6)
Taylor Hart - 2022
Claiming Emma
Kelly Lucille - 2016
Jaded and dangerous, battle scarred and gruff, he'd spent his life fighting one battle after another, so he expected trouble. What he didn't expect was the search for Hannah to lead him to the doorstep of a soft woman who smelled like flowers...and the baby his sister had left in her care. What does a six foot six warrior do when faced with a stubborn woman who is not the least bit put off by him, his scowls, or the idea of taking care of complete stranger and her baby? He claims her, of course.
Saving Molly (The Lost Brothers MC)
Brienne Mahaffey - 2016
As Sergeant at Arms of The Lost Brothers MC, it is his job to protect his brothers as well as those of the community outside the club too. Being a guardian is his nature and he’ll help someone who is in trouble without a second thought. Therefore, when he sees something fall on the highway there’s no doubt in his mind about stopping and checking it out. T isn’t one to believe in love but when she opens her big brown eyes, his world shifts and won’t be the same again. Life has not been easy for Molly. When she was little, she got sick and never got better. She knew her life wasn’t like everyone else’s; after all, she dressed differently, didn’t go to school, and was still under her parent’s thumb at the age of 24. But on the side of a road in the cold of night, scared and alone for the first time, her whole life changes. Molly is no stranger to passing out, waking up in a room full of men, however, is a different situation all together. Looking around, she can’t help but be scared until her gaze meets the deep blue eyes above her. From that moment, she knew that, no matter what happened next, she would be okay. The night T and Molly met; they were in very different places. One thought he’d lost the ability to love while the other never thought she would get the chance. Together can they prove themselves wrong? Can Molly escape from her protected world? Can T let go of the past and take down his walls? Due to strong language and sexual content, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18.
Leelyn
Ally Crew - 2020
LeelynGrandpa Smith's pumpkin farm has always held great memories.And now it's mine and my sister's to take run and hopefully bring to the 21st Century.When the neighbor, Judson Renner, decides he's going to withhold water for our pumpkins, he's in for a fight.The scrawny boy from my youth has grown up--muscles and a cut jaw that I want to run my finger along, just to see if it cuts me.And when I get in his face about the issue, I find myself leaning in when he leans down.I can't be falling for the country boy next door, I've got too much on the line right now.JudsonI let Joe Smith use the small part of my family's land to have access to water the pumpkins.That business is long gone and I'm done with being the nice neighbor.Leelyn with her golden highlighted auburn hair, teal eyes, and pouty lips makes my boots start dancing when they should be stomping away.She might have other plans, but if she wants access to that water, she's going to have to come to my side of the fence...for dinner.I'm not that awkward boy from my youth. I'm a man.And I'm ready to show her that it's better to love than to fight...but it sure does make for some good country fun.
His Wicked Obsession: An Older Man Younger Woman Possessive Romance (Now You're Mine Book 2)
Liz Fox - 2021
Lucky Charm: A Secret Baby Romance
K.C. Crowne - 2022
Both my desire for Aisling...And her beauty are unmatched. But she kept a BIG secret from me.A cute little girl who resembles me a little too much for coincidence.I've missed years of being her dad - and now I'm mad as h*ll. Not even Aisling can stop me from being the father my girl deserves.But when it comes to Aisling's guarded heart...I'll let my Irish luck take me straight to her sweet pot of gold - she thinks she can resist me. I'd like to see her try. And when our little girl goes missing - I'll go through h*ll and back to bring her home.This is a fully standalone secret baby, second chance, St. Patrick's Day holiday romance. K.C. Crowne is an International Bestselling Author and Amazon Top 8 US Bestseller.
Small Town Girls Don't Marry Hollywood Hunks
Carol Moncado - 2019
She has half a working face. What could possibly go wrong? Beaches of Trumanville Book 1 Mia Beach has spent her life being overlooked. And she’s just fine with that. It’s far better than being seen and found lacking. Especially with her recent diagnosis of Bell’s Palsy. So when a Hollywood hunk shows up, she decides to keep her distance. Eli Whitaker has different plans. He’s fascinated by the girl with the eye-patch, and her faith in a Savior he’s just coming to know. Paparazzi, family indifference, and a stunning revelation from Eli’s not-so-distant past may derail his chances at an Happily Ever After TV movie career before it begins - and convince Mia they don’t have a future. Because Mia knows… Small Town Girls Don’t Marry Hollywood Hunks. Except for when they do.
Flash
Stella Andrews - 2019
Flash I’m a fighter by day and take my pick of the ladies at night. I thought my life was perfect – I was wrong. When Jennifer walked through those doors, I saw what perfection really is. Long, dark, hair that would look good wrapped in my fist. Soft curves that beg for my touch and a wicked mouth that promises pleasure of the most sinful kind. The trouble is, she’s not here for me and I must look but not touch. Warned to stay away because our protection is what she needs most because Jennifer has a secret that causes power to shift and continents to fall. It’s a good thing I love a good fight and I’m about to have the fight of my life. Jennifer He’s the man that steals the breath from your body and dares you to survive. Irresistible, insufferable and more man than one woman can stand. A smart mouth and eyes that sparkle with sin. Did I mention he’s off-limits? I shouldn’t want him but I do. I shouldn’t let him in but I can’t turn him away. I have a child to protect and her life has more meaning than mine. But I have needs and I need him. Can he save me from falling because I’m about to fall – hard? Country Girl A Reaper Novella, short, sexy and sweet with a second chance romance that gave Kindle Fire its name. Sunny He took my first kiss. He took my virginity. Then on the happiest day of my life, he stole my heart and left like the thief he was. I moved on regardless and became a star. To the rest of the world, I’m living the dream. That dream is a nightmare Now he’s back and wants to give my heart back. It’s battered and bruised and I’ve changed so much it may no longer fit. He sees the real me – he always has. Can love work the second time around, or is it too late? As I said, I’m living a nightmare because tomorrow is my wedding – he’s four years too late. Tyson She was my first love. She was my only love. I made the ultimate sacrifice and regretted it every day for four long and lonely years. She doesn’t see it like that and now I’m back I must prove myself all over again. This time the clock’s ticking because tomorrow, I stand to lose her all over again.
In Debt to the Mafia
Rosa Milano - 2021
A smalltown girl in debt to the mob. A match made in hell.I owe a debt to a made man. I already knew he was powerful, mysterious, and dangerous. Now I know he's also a ruthless killer and I'm trapped with him. When he takes hold of me, I want to hate him but his touch makes my insides melt.I know I should run from this dark desire but he's just made me an offer I can't refuse.One weekend with him and I earn my freedom. Now I'm being drawn into a new world of delicious lust and burning passion. A world where I don't belong. His world.I need to get away from the coldblooded brute before the flames of desire consume us both. But how can I leave with ropes binding me? He's made it clear. We have an agreement. Two nights with him and my debt is paid.And Leonardo Rossi always collects his debts.In Debt to the Mafia is a standalone full length dark mafia romance novel. It stars a possessive mature hero and a sassy heroine with a sharp tongue. You'll find no cheating and no cliffhangers. It ends with a guaranteed HEA.
Keeping Fiona
Kelli Callahan - 2018
Well, that's too bad. One night with her left me addicted. There's just one problem. She's sitting in the front row of my classroom, And she's my student. Nobody is going to believe all of this started before either of us knew that. But what they don't know won't hurt them, right? I won't let her go. I'm keeping Fiona. She's mine!