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After Midnight


Susan Kyle - 1993
    It's her spirited innocence and laughing green eyes that draw Kane Lombard to her from the moment they first meet on the beach.Although he seems as casual and unassuming as any vacationer, Nikki knows who Kane really is: a wealthy Houston oilman... and her brother's biggest political rival. When Kane discovers the truth about Nikki's identity, his desire turns instantly to distrust. Now Kane and Nikki find themselves pitted against each other in a battle that tests their loyalties and their desires. But even the most passionate enemies sometimes become lovers...after midnight.

Model Attraction


Sharon C. Cooper - 2016
    The past nine years have brought her fame, fortune and supermodel status, but they haven't lessened her regret at leaving her high school sweetheart behind. A chance encounter proves that Austin Reynolds definitely hasn't forgiven her. But it also becomes clear that some flames just grow hotter with time… The handsome real estate mogul has one broken engagement on his résumé, but Janna was the only one to ever steal his heart. Their incredible connection reignites an undeniable passion in them both, and workaholic Austin rediscovers his lighter side. But soon another can't-refuse offer beckons Janna overseas. Will it be déjà vu…or is their love finally ready for the spotlight?

Cross My Heart


Carly Phillips - 2006
    As the owner of Odd Jobs, she's gone from rags to riches...sort of. Because Lacey's harboring a secret -- she was born Lillian Dumont, and spent her childhood with a silver spoon in her mouth, until the deaths of her wealthy parents and the evil schemes of an abusive uncle forced her to take drastic measures. She'd never planned to return to her former life or her abandoned identity -- but when her childhood sweetheart, Ty, resurfaces and urges her to claim her rightful inheritance, she decides that maybe being the Dumont heiress wouldn't be so bad. Lacey's uncle doesn't see it that way, though -- and he's willing to do anything to stop her.Now, it's up to Ty to protect Lacey before that silver spoon becomes a silver bullet. But if they live through this, the future's looking bright for this downtown guy and his brand-new uptown girl!

Happy Endings


Katherine Stone - 1994
    Reprint.

Texas! Lucky


Sandra Brown - 1990
    But the night he stepped in to rescue a mysterious redhead in a seedy bar, he got more than he bargained for!The lady excited him, challenged him, drove him wild with desire--then vanished without a trace. Lucky was desperate to find her, to brand her with his heat--and when the police were called in to investigate a suspicious fire at Tyler Drilling, his family business, he needed her for an alibi!Torn between anguish and ecstasy, Devon Haines tried to refuse Lucky's pleas for help, but the reckless blue-eyed devil wouldn't take no as an answer from her... not when his touch could make her burn, could make her his.Framed by old enemies, Lucky knew his only hope to clear himself rested on solving the crime, but Devon feared when his innocence was proved, she would lose the handsome cowboy who possessed her heart and soul Would the tragic vow that made their love forbidden cost her forever in his arms?

The Walsh Sisters


Kate Canterbary - 2018
    An arrogant Navy SEAL. A power struggle with no end in sight. Restored Can a reformed player ever truly play by someone else's rules? Will tying the knot tie down a free spirit They're building a future, but can they ever fully demolish the past? The Spire Rebel, runner, recluse, rich girl.Nine years ago, Erin Walsh ran away from everything. He's the ice to her fire, and he's willing to sacrifice everything to bring her home.

My Sisters


Ann Roth - 2008
    — When sisters Margaret, Rose, and Quincy Lansing receive the tragic news that a car accident has claimed the life of their mother, they must return to their childhood home-and to one another's company. Although they are shocked and heartbroken, none of the Lansing sisters is eager to be back. For the painful memories they thought they'd left behind have suddenly resurfaced...But there is also an unbreakable bond of love.The Lansings were never a close or loving family. And each sibling had long ago found her own means of escape-Margaret into her lab work, Rose into her "perfect" marriage, Quincy into her acts of rebellion. So when crisis forces them together again, they discover that they know as little about one another as they did about their mother. And in unraveling her secrets, they find not only revelation, but also strength, hope, sisterhood, and a chance for love...

The Ramirez Brides Bundle


Emma Darcy - 2005
    The Ramirez Brides Bundle from Harlequin Presents features The Ramirez Bride by Emma Darcy, The Brazilian's Blackmailed Bride by Michelle Reid and The Disobedient Virgin by Sandra Marton.

Strange Bedpersons


Jennifer Crusie - 1994
    He's caviar and champagne; she's takeout Chinese pot stickers. He's an uptight Republican lawyer; she was raised in a commune. He wants to get ahead inbusiness; she just wants...him. But there's no way Tess will play second fiddle to his job. Yet somehow she finds herself agreeing to play his fiancée on a weekend business trip that could make or break Nick's career. And while he's trying to convince Tess that he needs her in his respectable world, Tess is doing her best to keep her opinions to herself and her hands off Nick.

Unwound


Jonathan Baine - 2007
    Chronicling the sordid world of a teenage prostitute, it was the biggest bestseller of the year. It broke conventions, inspired a cult following, and made Peter Robertson rich, admired...and scared. There, on the edge of the crowd, he always sees her. She not only looks like Angel, she embodies the desperate creature he created. Everywhere Peter goes, she goes, obsessed with everything about him. What could she possibly want? Soon, curiosity will get the best of him. So will the girl with the haunted eyes. Because what she's really after is something that will explode Peter's world.

Three Little Words


Maggie Wells - 2014
    Her niece’s wedding, with its open bar and dark dance floor, proves to be the perfect opportunity to let loose.Gregory Stark is just trying to make it through his son’s wedding day… and make some time with the gorgeous brunette on the bride’s side of the aisle. His kid’s wedding probably isn’t the best occasion to put the moves on the sexy woman, who introduces herself only as ‘Josie’, but his best friend is closing in on her too and he has to act fast. With a couple of tequila shots under his belt, Greg propositions Josie -- and neither wants to refuse.

The Prince She Never Knew / Kholodov's Last Mistress


Kate Hewitt - 2013
    But will their fairy tale survive the headlines threatening to rip everything apart? Kholodov's Last Mistress An innocent in Moscow Cold-hearted Sergei Kholodov was shocked by Hannah Pearl's wide-eyed approach to the world. Fearing her effect on him, Sergei obliterated all traces of her from his life.One year later, he returns. Unable to escape her memory, could one more night allow him to forget her forever...?

Table for One


Leah Atwood - 2017
    In hopes of rejuvenating her spirit and attitude, she embarks on a new project for her blog. On the night of breaking up with his long-term girlfriend, Trevor Stockton meets Lauren and is instantly intrigued by her, but jumping into another relationship is the last thing on his mind—no matter how much he enjoyed their time together. When their paths cross again, will Table for One become a part of Lauren’s past? A standalone inspirational novella from a USA Today Bestseller.

Marchese's Forgotten Bride


Michelle Reid - 2009
    The tingling of Cassie's skin lets her know her new boss is the man who left her pregnant with twins! And now it seems he's forgotten her altogether! But the formidable Italian is more affected by Cassie than he lets on. The darkness of his memory is lifting. Now Alessandro needs just one more thing to complete the picture--Cassie, with his wedding ring on her finger...

Pregnant at the Wedding


Sara Orwig - 2008
    And when he insisted upon marriage, she reluctantly agreed. But it was for the baby's sake...she could care less about his wealth, his power, his position.Ryan was used to being pursued for his money...yet his new bride claimed to have no ulterior motives. With the passion so intense between them, dare Ryan take a chance on the woman about to give him his billion-dollar heir?