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The Penthouse Pact
Cathryn Fox - 2018
That's why he made a multi-million-dollar bachelor pact with his friends to never marry. But he never counted on running into, literally, the quiet but sensual Layla Fallon.Layla isn't afraid of hard work. Still, there is no light at the end of her student-loan tunnel. When Stuck-Up Suit—Parker Braxton—accidentally runs her over, it's the last things she needs. She refuses his help, but he's persistent. He’s also handsome, kinder than she ever expected, and she’s doing her best to ignore her attraction. Which is harder than it sounds when she’s recuperating at his penthouse.Sparks fly. Hearts flutter. But falling for Layla could cost Parker more than just several million dollars.
His Shy Virgin
Penny Wylder - 2019
Never cared about passion. And I never meant to admit that in an interview in front of the world. It's not like I'm famous! I was just asked to give a talk about the environment, then the next thing I know, I'm spilling personal secrets. All I want is to go back to my quiet, shy-girl life of books and sweatpants. But HE won't let me. Hot, muscled, eyes bluer than the sea... and a total stranger. He tells me he's going to show me what passion is. That once I experience it, I'll become a romantic at heart, just like him. I should ignore him. I should forget he exists. I should definitely NOT invite him over to see if he's able to put his money where his mouth is.
Way to My Heart
Barbara C. Doyle - 2018
After all, cats didn't judge how much pizza you could eat in one sitting. But then Caleb Winters had to wedge his way into my life by bribing me with chocolate and my cat with toys. And before I knew it, my cat was too attached to let him go.And, okay, maybe I wasn't keen on the idea either.
The Contract
Melanie Moreland - 2016
That is the reputation that precedes Richard VanRyan. He lives life the way he wants, no concern for the opinion of others. He cares for no one, is completely unrepentant, and he has no desire to change his ways.Katharine Elliott works under Richard as his PA. She despises him and his questionable ethics, but endures all the garbage he sends her way, because she needs the job. Her end goal is far more important than the daily abuse and demands she tolerates from her nasty tyrant of a boss.Until the day, he asks her for something she never expected. A new role with a personal contract — fiancée instead of PA.What happens when two people who loathe each other, have to live together and act as though they are madly in love?Sparks.That’s what happens.Can the power of love really change a person?Will they survive the contract?What do you do when the one person you hate the most becomes the one person you can’t live without?
The Whole Package
Alexa Riley - 2018
She’s struggling to keep both their heads above water until a chance meeting changes her life forever. From the moment Shawn Reed meets Bailey, all he wants to do is protect her. Not only does she need help but so does her sister, and he’s ready to step up to the plate. Warning: This overly sweet and precious story is filled with so much love. It’s got surprise presents, baby farm animals, and a hero who loves to spoil. It’s all you could ask for, plus a mountain of sugar on top. Call your dentist and schedule an appointment. This book is guaranteed to give you cavities.
Free Hostage
S. Ann Cole - 2017
I don’t drink, but I do know things. I know the heart beats over 100,000 times per day. I know for every one second, lightning strikes the Earth 100 times. I also know that Jaxon King—the bloody tosser!—is a muddler. A manipulator. A liar. A con, a thief...and a closet nerd. He’s as beautiful as innocence, as harmless as a feather. Except, it’s all an illusion. I see him and I see lies. I smell him and I taste deceit. And still—fool that I am—I rush in. His eyes are like ice. His tongue is like fire. His lies are white, but his touch is red hot. I had the chance to run. I didn’t. Now, I am a part of the game. And the only way to win...is to give in.
Heart Racer
Marian Tee - 2014
Bobby, which was short for Roberta, supposedly the smartest girl in school and recently voted as Young Philanthropist of the Year. Unfortunately, she was not his type - snarky, old-fashioned, bookish, and most importantly of all – the kind who needed to be in love before going to bed with a guy. High maintenance was his first thought. Find another girl was what his initial instincts told him. But then Leandro accidentally saw her naked, and he knew he was just going to have to lie about falling in love with her.
Thor
Sasha Gold - 2016
sounds pretty great to me. This gorgeous house has a staff! I can’t believe my good luck. Good luck that runs out when I discover the house also comes with my brand-new stepbrother. Luke “Thor” Thornton, just out of the Marines. He’s six foot four of bad attitude and he’s already taken a dislike to me. Even worse, he’s under the impression he needs to keep an eye on me. If I wanted a bodyguard, I’d pick someone other than this growly beast. Luke Olivia doesn’t remember me. I met her one night at the “gentleman’s club” she owns. Ever since then I can’t get her out of my head. But Olivia’s nothing like what I imagined. She’s sweet. She’s innocent. All I wanted is one night with her but I’m almost certain one night won’t be enough. Someone’s threatening Olivia and after I see one of the texts on her phone, the whole game gets very real, very fast. ***** Standalone Novel, No Cliffhanger, Happily Ever After ***** ***** Safe Read, No Cheating, Strong Language *****
Hate Story
Nicole Williams - 2016
Both of them have experienced the sting and sham of love and have no intentions of falling victim to it twice. Love is expensive—hate is free.Three years. A million dollars. A solution to both of their problems. They planned it all, from the story of their first meeting to the date of their divorce. Nothing could go wrong.But what they didn’t consider was chemistry, and Nina and Max have no shortage of it. After too many near-kisses, Nina convinces herself that hating Max is better than loving him, and the more she gets to know this soon-to-be-husband of hers, the more she discovers just how very much she truly, madly, and deeply . . . hates him.This isn’t a love story. This is the other kind.
Always Loved You
Ella Goode - 2020
Her dad wanted money, and Heath wanted to expand his export business. Orchard was thrown in to sweeten the deal. At eighteen, she knew how to bargain for her life but not her freedom. Five years later, she wants out of the marriage. It’s no longer convenient for her heart, and if she stays one more day, she might not be able to find the courage to leave.While Heath is willing to give Orchard everything—space, money, his body—he’ll never release her from their vows. To keep her, though, he’ll have to figure out how to turn the marriage of convenience into a marriage of love.
Mail Order Desire
Alix West - 2018
His mail-ordered bride had a change of heart and never showed. After that, the wrong end of a knife in a street brawl left him scarred and bitter. He’s determined to live alone. He keeps busy, working his ranch, and caring for abused horses.
A Beauty with a Secret
Cora Singleton had it all, but when fate robs her of all prospects, she sets out for Texas as a mail-ordered bride. The man who wrote might not be warm or caring, but he's her best hope. When her train is stranded outside of Colter Canyon, help comes from a stranger. Nick Travis offers to take her to Colter Canyon. As they travel to town, she grows certain that her rescuer is a growling grizzly of a man. He claims the man who sent for her is no good, a drunk, and worse. Sparks fly as the two clash. Nick Travis might be handsome and kind, but he’s arrogant and impossible too. Worst of all, he threatens to keep her for himself… ***** Standalone Novel, No Cliffhanger, Happily Ever After ***** ***** Safe Read, No Cheating, Some Strong Language *****
Tapping the Billionaire
Max Monroe - 2016
Are you ready to meet the Billionaire Bad Boys?Blind dates? Online dating profiles? Been there, done that.Georgia Cummings has zero luck with dating, and the era of the internet is not her friend. No matter how fast she runs, how many corners she turns, she can’t find her way out of this weird, alternate universe where men think d*ck pics are a replacement for small talk and getting to know a girl. One more crotch selfie and she might write men off for good… But why can’t she stop fantasizing about him?Kline Brooks is the quintessential billionaire bad boy—dark, styled, short hair, muscles for days, and a panty-dropping smile. Except—he isn’t.As his employee, he won’t touch her with a ten foot pole. But she won’t touch him either.Too bad their hormones missed the memo.Disclaimer:If you’re the type of woman who prefers crotch selfies to small talk, this book isn’t for you.If you enjoy random men you’ve never met filling up your inbox with dirty words and p*rn—for reasons focused more towards diddling your donut than laughing at the absurdity—this book isn’t for you. If you HATE laughing, this book isn’t for you.If you want your male leads to grunt, thrust like jack rabbits, and have one-track minds that prefer a nice pair of t*ts to brains every hour of every day for the rest of forever, well, then, this book still isn’t for you. But.If you enjoy a good swoon, a hearty laugh, witty banter, and some hot as f*@% f*@%ing, then consider Georgia Cummings your Girl Friday and Kline Brooks your next irresistible book boyfriend.
Auctioned
Lulu Pratt - 2019
She says I’m the reason she has to sell her virginity in the first place. Whenever I’m around her I feel emotions I’ve never felt before. I’m falling for her... hard. As the curtain rises for the auction Kiki's on stage, her big green eyes betraying her vulnerability. I can’t take anymore, I have to have her. All of her. I win Kiki for the night, but she doesn’t want to sell her virginity to me. The old me wouldn’t care, I always get what I've paid for but with her it’s different. My heart belongs to Kiki and I’ll be damned if I let her get away. ***Sizzling hot alpha romance with no cliffhangers, no cheating, and a guaranteed happily-ever-after***
The Design
R.S. Grey - 2015
Fresh on the heels of her college graduation, Cameron Heart has landed an interview at a prestigious architecture firm.Four minutes until the interview. She knows she’s only there because the owner, Grayson Cole, is her older sister’s friend.Three minutes. For the last seven years, Grayson has been the most intimidating man Cammie has ever had the pleasure, or displeasure, of being around.Two Minutes. But the job opportunity is too good to pass up. So, Cammie will have to ignore the fact that Grayson is handsome enough to have his own national holiday. One. After all, she shouldn’t feel that way about her new boss. And, he will be her new boss.
The Billionaire and the Virgin
Gisele St. Claire - 2017
Then Vee’s half-sister comes to visit. The Amelia he remembers was 9 years old, not this 23-year-old very attractive blonde. Within hours, she’s turning Henry’s life upside-down. Is Henry finally ready to live life again, or will he continue to close himself off from love? If you like stories of HOT rich alpha males, stories that pull at the heartstrings, and happy ever afters, read on… This is the first in a new series about billionaire businessmen who featured in the Double Delights series, but can be read as standalones. Look out for the stories of Elias King and Aidan Hall coming soon.