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Atlas


Alyne Roberts - 2015
    After all the lies and hiding, she's ready for a fresh start somewhere where her brother’s enemies won’t find her. One last night out turned into her worse nightmare. The morning she should be moving away from all the painful memories, she finds herself a captive by exactly who she was running from. Atlas is violent, dangerous, and determined to finish what they started and get his revenge. Stella is unknowingly the key to solving the unanswered questions her brother left behind. Taking advantage of their sexual chemistry at the club, he forces her to his lake house. He promised her protection but Stella made a promise of her own: trust no one, especially the man responsible for ruining her life. What happens when Stella’s life depends on trusting Atlas? What happens when keeping Stella is risking everything he worked for? What if neither one is willing to let go?

The Shifter’s Secret Son


T.S. Ryder - 2017
    She wants revenge. Let the game begin . . . Julia is on a mission: Seduce the crown prince and then rip out his heart. Why, do you ask? He unknowingly impregnated her best friend Cynthia and destroyed her life. After Cynthia dies and with the baby now in her care, Julia swears to seek revenge. But his highness, with his stormy eyes and smoky scent, makes her knees buckle and turns her into a drooling puddle. That wasn’t the plan. Benjamin is prince playboy. The giant Dragon warrior is under stress though. He’s supposed to get married, because a Dragon king without a mate is nothing. Unfortunately, he doesn’t do forever. He needs some pant-dropping to distract him. Who’s that new servant girl? But what begins as an innocent flirt soon spirals way out of control. Between a pushy queen trying to claim him and an assassin waiting to strike, Benjamin and Julia are slowly falling for each other. She’s the one making his flames scorch his throat. As feelings deepen, Julia has to ask herself whether Benjamin is really the monster she thought he was. Has she bitten off more than she can chew? Will he love her when he discovers her secret? When he discovers he has . . . a son? This is a 107-page stand-alone paranormal story with dragon shifters, lots of action and lots of steam. It has an HEA, so no cliff-hangers! This is a HOT story with mature themes and language. Most definitely for 18+ readers only.

Wild Domination Books One & Two: Special Edition


Natalie Wild - 2014
     Not only has Hannah Stewart just accidentally walked into the CEO’s office for a job interview that was meant to be with a lowly staff member, but that same CEO is Conrad Forrest—incredibly wealthy and irresistibly attractive. And to top things off, Conrad is just as enticed by his sexy applicant Hannah—and her smart mouth—as she is by him. Not even the formalities of the office will be enough for Conrad and Hannah to keep their hands, and mouths, off each other’s bodies. It’s the hottest interview that Hannah has ever had. But, with her history of bad relationships, will Hannah be in a position to let Conrad into her life? And will Conrad, with his experience of young women eager to get their hands on his vast fortunes, realize that Hannah is interested in him for more than just his wealth? This ebook contains very hot and explicit descriptions of romantic activity. Only mature readers should download this book.

You Wouldn't Dare (Khaos Trilogy #1)


J.M. Johnson - 2020
    Murdering his parents was just a bonus. Until he meets Violet, his stunning, virginal mate. All he has to do is convince her to stay with him, to love him, to see past his acts of brutality. He easily dominates her in the bedroom, but will her heart cave as easily? Khaos knows he can't change. As much as his mate pleads with him, he has to take his vengeance. Those that should suffer will do so, and he will be the one to serve justice. He needs Violet to understand - not everything is as it appears, and sometimes even the strongest of Alphas are hiding the most heart-breaking of secrets.He knows he's torturing her, but she belongs to him, and he won't let her go. Being with her is thrilling. Erotic. Dangerous. Because Khaos isn’t the only one with an axe to grind, and he has unwittingly started a chain of events that will leave them on their knees - broken and fighting to the death.Not everyone will survive the evil that's coming their way

Fairy-Struck


Amy Sumida - 2015
    Long ago, there was a war between humans and fairies, and we nearly destroyed the world with it. Now, we have a truce in place to prevent that from happening again. Both sides enforce the truce; we have the Extinguishers and they have the Wild Hunt. Humans don't remember the truce anymore; they don't remember the Fey anymore. A fact that the Fey use to their advantage. I hate that. After they killed my mother, I even started to hate them. But that hatred doesn't seem to matter when I look at him. Fairy hunter. Deadly. Beautiful. Intent on sliding himself into my life. We'll just see about that.

Sundered


Shannon Mayer - 2011
    The side effects were anything but hopeful. Mara and Sebastian are young, in love and newlyweds. Far too soon, they will face tests to their love that most others won’t survive. Their bond strengthens with each loss, destruction and unbearable race against time. In each other, they find the will and hope to endure. Hand in hand, they will face the darkening of humanity with strength and integrity and an undeniable spirit to survive; together.

Stryker's Desire


Meg Ripley - 2017
    The fire deep inside me threatens to rage out of control. But every time I try to claim what's mine, she slips away. As one of the wealthiest casino owners in Vegas, there's no doubt I could have any woman wrapped around my finger in a heartbeat. Until I met Ava Winter. There's something haunting behind those enchanting eyes that I just can't read--and this mysterious beauty won't let me. As much as she pushes me away, I can't resist her. But I know I shouldn't allow myself to give in to the fiery temptation. Not if I want to keep her safe from the other dragons in Sin City. Or myself... Intended for readers age 18+ only. Contains mature situations and language that may be objectionable to some readers. The Kindle edition also includes additional bonus stories for your reading pleasure!

Derek (Hunter PI & Security #1)


Sharon Cummin - 2017
    Serving our country was something I was made to do. It was the only thing I knew. I was going to miss it so much, but the time had come for me to return home for good. The love of my life was pregnant. We were starting a family. I was going to be a father. Life was perfect. All of my years as a SEAL hadn't prepared me for the heartbreak that was coming. One second my love was right there with me, and the next I was alone, just a single dad raising his little girl. An unexpected meeting with a total stranger gave me the chance to follow my dreams and start my own company. There were only two things that mattered to me. The first being my daughter and giving her the life she deserved, and I was working hard to do just that. The second was my company and the thought of building it into something great, so I buried myself in work. Everything was fine the way it was. I kept to myself, my little girl was happy, and my company was growing. That was exactly how I liked it. The one thing I didn't need was a distraction. I didn't have time for that, and I didn't want it. Then I got a call. It was part of the job. That's all it was. I had no idea just how much that one call would change everything.

The Toil and Trouble Trilogy: Book One


V.J. Chambers - 2011
    Family. Trust.Olivia Calabrese has valued nothing more strongly since her mob boss father was arrested and her mother was killed in the cross fire. Even though her family sells illegal magical charms that have the nasty side effect of turning some wearers into berserkers—rage-filled monsters—she sees betrayal as a far worse offense than harming people. To prove her loyalty, she dreams of succeeding her father as head of the mob family.When her uncle, the current boss, is shot by a rival gang, she just might get her chance.But her cousin, her only competition, whispers something to her that throws her off track. He says her mother ratted the family out to the police. He says that her mother's death wasn't an accident, but a hit ordered by her father. Her entire worldview called into question, Olivia sets about hunting down the truth about her parents. And to complicate matters, she seems to be falling for a boy who's turning into a berserker—from her own family's charms. As her set of values shatters around her, Olivia must choose between staying loyal to her family or fighting against them.

When Hunter Meets Seeker


Betty Shreffler
    One evening, in a place she never should've been, throws Anya into the heated snare of Dex Grigori. She should've seen him as the enemy, but instead her body longs for his touch in ways she's never experienced. From the first moment Dex sets eyes on Anya, he wants her all for himself. After one night of forbidden passion he's left craving more of her, until he discovers how wrong for him she is. She's a deadly hunter that kills without question and he's exactly the kind of demon she's been trained to eliminate. Yet his fierce desire to have her brings him dangerously close to her heart, where he soon discovers she is far more than the cold killer he anticipated.

A Hell Hound's Fire


Siobhan Muir - 2013
    As one of the rare Hell Hound werewolves, his chances are slim to none. And slim went home. When the local Morukai shaman calls on him to protect a lovely Irish werewolf and her young son from demons, he can't help but take the job.Sarah Flanagan is desperate to save her son Liam from the deadly monster trailing them, but she's out of options and places to hide. She lost her mate the last time she encountered a demon, and with Liam depending on her, the stakes are far higher this time. After meeting Alex, she's not sure about the Hell Hound, but she’s no fool. He’s their best hope for survival... and hers for another chance at love.This is a short story introducing Cloudburst, Colorado, a new series from Siobhan Muir.

Blood Singers


Tamara Rose Blodgett - 2012
    The vampires need her to balance the food load of the human species and give them their coveted “Lightwalkers.” The Were wish to be moonless changers; a Rare One can make that a reality. Julia wants to belong to herself. Can she free herself and begin a new life?

Curves To Claim


Willow Brooks - 2015
    One night with him makes her quickly change her mind, but can she handle the secret that he’s been hiding? Find out in part one of the new serial, Curves to Claim! 18+ Cliffhanger

Dragon's First Shift


Serena Meadows - 2019
    Dazzled by the fancy cars and pretty girls. Tailored suits and slick haircuts. Almost all of them they fail to see the lie. Smell the stinking truth right under their up-turned noses. I’ll soon turn twenty-five, but my life has been one big, dangerous deception. I was born into a destiny I never chose, and a war I never asked for. But the biggest secret of all is running through my veins, hidden deep within my bones. A slumbering beast, that’s only now beginning to awaken. And right when it feels like my sanity is starting to slip, she appears. Fiery, seductive, and holding an envelope that’s about to smash my life to pieces. I never wanted a love story. But the last thing I expected was a tragedy. Warning: Adults Only

For The Night


Violet Haze - 2014
    We meet. We spend the night together. Then we never see each other again. That’s my rule and I’ve never been tempted to change my mind…until him. A man who wants me to fulfill his every desire… He meets me as Luna, unaware that he’s met me before as another. And when I realize he’s poised to take away the one thing that matters, I do what I have to do to keep what belongs to me. A decision that could break us both… In the secret war between me and a man who may be the one I’d spent my life searching for…will he be the one who gives into my desires…or I into his?Note: This erotic romance is a short novelette and first in a series. Not all situations are resolved! For ages 16-18+ depending on your location.