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Grady


Ann B. Harrison - 2014
    His mother is more determined than ever to marry him off, but he has neither the time nor the inclination to look for wedded bliss. When Lara Williams moves into town with her daughter, to take up the veterinary practice, Beth sees her chance to hone her matchmaking skills. Fate keeps throwing Lara and Grady together when her wayward daughter needs the heavy hand of the law and more than ramps up the heat between them. But Grady knows Lara is hiding something and he intends to find out what it is before he gets in too deep.

Beth: A Steamy Tale of Friendship and Self Discovery


Simone Leigh - 2021
    

The Billionaire's Blackmailed Mistress


Kelly Dark - 2016
    But all rational thought flew from her head when the man she'd had a crush on for eight years was finally looking at her as a woman.And now he's back.Luke Astorino has always known that nothing good could ever come out of his infatuation with Elizabeth Dorey, but now that he's had her, no one else will do. He doesn't know what made her run off after the best night of his life, but he's willing to do anything to get her back, including attacking what she loves most—her company. He'll take away their distributorship if she doesn't become his mistress!

Falling on Main Street


Tara Grace Ericson - 2018
    Endless thoughts of her best friend's betrayal and her tattered reputation follow her to the small town where she takes refuge. Luke Brand has a good life, though not a perfect one. A widower while he was still young, he chases off any threat to the memory of his young bride and the house they lived in together. Can Luke get over his stubbornness and follow his mother-in-law’s desire and God’s instruction to help the town’s newest resident? Between the infuriating hot and cold signals of her landlord's son and the sincere faith of those in her new circle, Charlotte is left questioning a lot more than how to take back her career. Can Luke let go of a bride viewed through the skewed lens of memory? Will Charlotte’s pride and ambition thwart her efforts to find happiness again? Or, can this time in the charming Indiana town of Minden spur healing for both Charlotte and Luke and help them find the way to a new life, together? Tara Grace Ericson's debut novel is a sweet inspirational romance that introduces readers to the idyllic Midwestern town of Minden. Themes include forgiveness, purpose, and community - presented throughout the story of friendship and romance that hints at the passion of true love.

In Love with the Rogue: Historical Regency Romance


Lisa Campell - 2021
    

Mason


Allison LaFleur - 2020
    He was that hot. His square jaw, shadowed by a layer of stubble, reminded me of the lead singer of a rock band. His features were sharp, and he had a few gray strands peeking out from a full head of thick black hair. Under his designer suit was a sculpted physique.Mason exuded a subtle power. He looked at me with an intensity and confidence that I found myself helplessly drawn to.Closing my eyes, I could still feel those powerful muscles rippling under my fingers. Stumbling and landing in the arms of the stranger who tried to run me over on his way out of the elevator had been a stroke of delicious luck.As we dined, my thoughts betrayed me and I kept thinking of how he’d held me that morning with his strong hands. His long fingers would have been perfect for playing a grand piano… or a woman.

The Billionaire's Pregnant Girlfriend 1: Best Friends


Danielle Jamesen - 2016
    It should be here today. My acceptance - or, God forbid, my rejection - to Stable College in Northern Maine. It was the one school I actually cared about getting into out of the seven I applied to. It was a small school compared to a University, but it was of the larger colleges I had come across during my search. Jack was applying there too, and I had always hoped we would stick together past high school since the start of our friendship freshman year. I think he thought the same thing, though he would never admit to it out loud. My feet nearly slid on the slick ground, wet from the first of spring’s cold rain, as I hurried myself to open the mailbox. A fat stack of various envelopes sat inside, waiting for a human hand to rescue them from the cold tin can they were subject to. I snatched them up and quickly sorted through various junk, mostly addressed to my mom. Nothing. I sighed with disappointment. A knot formed in my stomach; the tardiness of the letter felt like a bad sign. I shook my head, forcing negative thoughts out of my mind. It would probably just be here tomorrow. Mail arrives late sometimes.

I Am Moore


Celeste Granger - 2018
    Eight sisters, tangled in romance. Emery Moore moved away from home after finishing her juris doctorate. She was a successful corporate attorney and had been living in Washington D. C. for the past five years. It wasn’t often that she returned home to Atlanta, but the love of her family drew her back. Emery had success in so many facets of her life, but she hadn’t been as lucky in love. The word love was unsettling for Emery; it was loaded with notions of submissiveness and sacrifice, the loss of self and being dependent on another person. Notions Emery wasn’t sure she wanted. Yet, there was someone Emery couldn’t shake her soul loose of and she tussled with her heart and the sensible tug in her mind daily. Evan Stanton Esq. had been an integral part of Emery Moore’s life for the past six months. He like she, was an attorney. During the day, the attorneys at law litigated from different sides of the aisle; fighting with everything they had for their clients. But for the past few months, business was left at the door, and the fighting ended as Evan and Emery delved into uncharted territory. Evan loved how Emery felt in his arms. The curve of her hips, the arch in her back made it difficult to keep his hands off her. It wasn’t always like this. Emery had to be pursued, and although Evan was attracted to her unapologetic disposition in the courtroom, along with her sophisticated air, Emery was a challenge; one that Evan planned to take on full steam ahead.

Sasha


Marita L. Kinney - 2013
    Drama followers her everywhere and her sister, Stacey and Randi are fed up with her short temper and untamed tongue. Their relationship with Sasha seems toxic due to her unbearable irresponsible lifestyle. She faces many trails but relies on her good looks to get her out of trouble. Until she finally gets a wake up call.

The Earl in Winter


Kathryn Le Veque - 2020
    In the village of Calvine, north of Tay Forest, along a road that leads straight into Inverness, the only tavern in town is packed to the rafters with travelers. Eight months after the disastrous defeat at Culloden, the people haven't recovered, nor has the land, and it's a bad winter. When James de Lohr, Earl of Worcester, shows up looking for clues to his brother's fate on the Culloden Moor, he gets more than he bargained for.On a night when angels walk the earth, James comes face to face with a unique young woman... and the truth about his relationship with his brother. Love isn't always shown in the most obvious way.Nor is falling in love always conventional.A blustery innkeeper, his sensitive daughter, and a cast of unique characters passing through the careworn tavern will become the setting for a tale that is as sweet and poignant as the very spirit of the holidays.If you'd like to read the story of James' brother, Johnathan de Lohr, please read The Earl of Christmas Past by Kerrigan Byrne.Other novellas related to this tale: Fiona and the Three Wise Highlanders by Jennifer Ashley One Knight's Stand by Tanya Anne Crosby The Legend of a Rogue by Darcy Burke The Highlander Who Stole Christmas by Eliza Knight

Alexa: The Ties That Bind


Ellie Masters - 2020
    Daniel Greyson, their affair is as illicit as it is steamy. She's ready to take their sexy D/s school girl game to the next level, but he doesn't think it's the right time.She's determined to prove him wrong and The Ties that Bind's annual Auction Night is the perfect place to push the limits of what they can become. Alexa doesn’t care if her forbidden workplace romance is a ticking time bomb, or that it has the potential to destroy both their careers.She's ready to take their sexy-school-girl bedtime game to the next level with cuffs, collars, and chains. Oh my!Dr. Greyson doesn't think it's the right time.Her chance to convince him otherwise presents itself in the form of Auction Night, the annual charity event at The Ties that Bind.It’s the perfect place to test their limits. She'll give up one night, one week, one month, or one year of her life for the right price.Daniel decides how deep they'll explore their fantasies.The Auction decides for how long.Alexa is ready for more, but will Daniel bid on a chance to see if his intern is ready to surrender control? Can she be the submissive he craves?Devour this forbidden love story. Scroll up and one-click your copy today.__________________________________The Ties that BindIndulge your fantasies.The Masters at The Ties that Bind are waiting."If you enjoy sizzling chemistry, simmering kisses, and a walk on the wild side, you'll fall in love with The Auction Series."Alexa is the first standalone book in The Ties that Bind: Auction Night series by bestselling author Ellie Masters which features Off the Charts chemistry, steamy romance, HOT Alphas, and passionate women. Let these stories sweep you away. They're fun, flirty, deliciously dirty reads you can devour in an afternoon.Let yourself go. Enter the sensual world of The Ties that Bind: Auction Night and one-click your copy today.

Conquered


Morganna Mayfair - 2013
    When they are unable to fend off the invading army, the leader of their enemies claims Christiana was promised to him as his wife, along with her home and her family's lands. Betrothed to another, she fights him, but finds herself married quickly.Roland joined William of Normandy for the potential to become a land owner. A second son, he knows the only way he will ever own anything is by joining forces with the powerful ruler. He's told there are three sister witches defending their home and the oldest is his promised bride. Both Christiana and Roland are used to being in charge. Will the sisters be able to fight off the coming evil to fulfill their destiny? Is it possible for two headstrong people from different cultures to find a way to live as husband and wife?

Beginning


Avery North - 2020
    But below the surface is tension and resentment; Patricia is tired of looking after their children single-handedly with no help from her husband, and George struggles with how his wife has changed and feels undesired.When George abruptly leaves the family for his assistant, Patricia decides it’s time to look after herself, become a real estate agent and encourage her boys to be the best they can be.Blessed with good looks and charm, and with the never-ending support of their mother, the Darlington boys start their adult lives. Can they follow their mother’s professional footsteps or become caught up in sexual escapades like their father? In this prequel, get an insight into the beginning of their unique journeys.

If You Only Knew


Chelsii Klein - 2021
    But all I can feel now...is nothing. Numb.When a handsome stranger shows up at my door it's almost enough to make my heart stutter, like it had long ago.

Let Go


Anastasia Slash - 2019
    You know what I can do. I am a Billionaire. Yeah, you know everything! But you have no idea. I am the best. Get that straight There a few things in life I desire and I always get what I want You might have heard about me Forget what you heard But this is reality I want a new heir She is gorgeous My son hurt her He will pay for hurting a good girl And she will see what it means to have a real man...