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Between The Lines (Irons #4)
Drew Sera - 2018
I write happy-ever-after romance novels, and after writing ten romance novels you’d think I’d know a thing or two about love. But I’ve been chasing my own happy-ever-after for a long time. I seem to have no problem starting my fairytale, but the ending never comes to be. My love life isn’t the best-seller that I’ve written, so I decided to change things up and write a dark romance.While finding my way around and reading books in that genre, I discovered something unexpected. I found a sexy, romantic man who happens to have a soft spot for romances. He’s an alpha male, and that type would never have appealed to me before…but it’s amazing what you see when you look between the lines.
Wild Beast
Sarah May - 2018
When her father threatens to send her off to reform school, Emma runs away into the wild ... and straight into the arms of a mysterious mountain man.Damien Evercore's lost his faith in the world. He's seeking solace and peace in the depths of the forest. But when a curvy girl hurtles into his arms unexpectedly, suddenly the ice surrounding his heart begins to melt. Because the mountain takes what he wants, anytime he wants ... and that includes the gorgeous brunette with the tempting smile.
Killian
Kasey Krane - 2021
We're enemies.I have no interest in being a pawn.But if that's what the family's want,Then that's what they get.Reese is pretty, powerful, and sassy to boot.But when we learn this isn't the truce,We were all expecting,She threatens to run.I didn't think I could stand her,Now I can't live without her.What's an Irishman to do?Drink and chase the lass of course.She'll be mine,No matter what war our families are brewing.
DON’T HURT MY BABY: A Bad Boy Hitman Romance
Zoey Parker - 2018
She’s a pawn in our twisted game. Caught between two killers. And we each have VERY different ideas on how to use her. She’s better off with me than she is with the sadistic scum who owns her. But that’s not saying much. Because I’m a killer and a beast. And when this beautiful prey falls in my path, You can be damn sure I’m going to devour her. After I’d had my fill, I thought I’d just throw her aside and get back to what I was doing: Putting a bullet in her drug lord owner. But I didn’t go through with it. There’s something different about this one. She’s special. Fragile. Worth protecting. And if she wants to survive this hellhole, she’ll have to recognize the truth – That I’m the only one who can keep her alive. She might not care about herself anymore. But there’s someone else whose life is worth saving… The life of the baby I put in her womb. I never thought I’d say these words. But if any man lays a finger on my little angels… I’ll kill him where he stands. DON’T HURT MY BABY is a standalone contemporary bad boy baby heist romance. It's hot, exciting, safe, and of course comes with a perfect HEA. It also includes bonus novels so you never have to stop reading!
Faking it with the Billionaire: A Secret Baby, Marriage-of-Convenience Romance (Sexy Fake Marriages Book 1)
Chelsea Greene - 2019
It was a business deal and I had only one rule.
Do not fall in love.Losing my v-card to the hot British billionaire was never the plan.He was sexy as sin but arrogant as hell.I was an intern dreaming of my catering business;He was an heir pleasing his mom.A fake marriage seemed like the perfect plan.Until his touch made me want more.His lips against my mouth made me lose control.He claimed me in every way.I could totally resist him, right?Or was it too late?
Faking it with the Billionaire is full-length novel with lots of heat, steam and a HEA.
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Santa's Little Helper
Lisa Chalmers - 2020
But Emma is completely different from every other woman he's met. Suddenly he's the one seemingly doing the chasing.Can he turn this flirtationship into something real?
Tied up in Heartstrings
Felicia Lynn - 2013
My daughter and I were stuck in a fog of self-preservation, afraid to believe that there wasn’t more pain waiting for us in the ‘real world’. Just the thought of allowing myself to embrace happiness and take a risk in order to feel that all-consuming love again is terrifying. And I’m not sure I would be able to survive if it all went away again. But… what choice do I have when I’m tied up in these heartstrings? I could cut the ties and run. Or I could take a chance on someone that my heart once yearned for and hope that he knows how to untangle the fear that holds my heart hostage.
Shagged
Alex Wolf - 2018
I avoid them whenever possible. They always want something from me whether it’s money or attention. My ten-figure net worth isn’t the product of being what people would consider a “nice guy.” When I see something I want—I take it. I’ve been called an asshole more times than I can count, and I don’t care. Caring about things makes you vulnerable, and vulnerable is the last thing I’ll ever be. Until Christina walks in and threatens the foundation of my life with her tight little body, sassy mouth, and soft curves. She doesn’t put up with my sh*t. She makes me human. I fight the attraction. But, there’s one problem… I have to have her. I will have her.
See Me
H.L. Muller - 2021
The king of one night stands. That’s all they see me as. And to be fair, I’m not exactly a saint, but no one sees through the reputation to the real me.No one until Cecilia.Suddenly the only one I want is her, and she has me in knots. One problem: She has no idea who I am, and I’m afraid that telling her will ruin everything.CeciliaMy vision impairment has defined my entire life. I’ve been mistreated and underestimated, and I cope by surrounding myself with music. Studying to become a producer, I was content with my life until Maverick comes crashing into it. Literally.Maverick sees me for me, treats me like an equal, and shows me the one thing my life was missing—romance. I’m terrified he’ll leave like everyone else because I’m starting to fall for him for real.**See Me is a sweet and steamy 40K romance, filled with 18+ content, great music, and first experiences on their way to a HEA. This is the first book in the Fly By Boys series, the series will be in chronological order but can be read as a stand alone novels.
WRECKED: The Beasts MC
April Lust - 2017
A wife was the last thing I wanted. But when your MC president gives you an order, you don’t question it. Fine. I’ll marry his daughter. But as soon as she’s mine, I’m going to f*ck her ‘til she shatters. President Mac is right about one thing: His daughter Emma will be safe from his enemies as long as she’s my wife. But she won’t be safe from my strong hands or my massive c*ck. I’ve been through hell and back in my time as a rider. There’s not a damn man on this planet with balls big enough to challenge me. Under my protection, no one will lay a hand on Mac’s precious daughter. Except for me. I’m going to lay hands all over her. On her thighs. Between her lips. Over every gorgeous curve. She might be scared of me – in fact, I know she is. But I just don’t give a damn. She’s my wife. My toy. My property. For as long as her body can handle my darkest desires. WRECKED is a full-length standalone bad boy HEIST baby romance. Comes with additional bonus content.
Well-Oiled Mechanic: A Bad Boy Romance
Aria Ford - 2017
I offer her a filthy deal. She wants it. We both do. Olivia can’t get enough of me pinning her down and giving it to her like she’s never had it before. When her rich daddy shows up, we’ve got trouble. He’s about to leave her stranded. Now this bad boy is the only one who can save her. I’ve gone from stealing cars to fixing them and turned my life around. That doesn’t make me the hero type. I’m usually more of a one-night stand guy. But something about Olivia makes me want more.
Frenemies with Benefits
Kelly Myers - 2020
I’ve spent my life running away from my past.And for so long, that’s worked.Not anymore.Now my past is out to get me in the form of Zach O’Malley.He was my first crush, but that was then.My name is still Beatrice Dobbs, but everything else has changed. I’m an adult now. I don’t want to go back to my troubled past.Plus Zach is from the wrong side of the tracks. Sure, back when I was in high school, I had a thing for the Bad Boy, but not anymore.And on top of that, he’s trying to get me to reconnect with my mother. I haven’t spoken to her since I was eighteen, and I would rather re-take the SAT’s than see her again.And yet, I can’t seem to push Zach away.He’s no good for me.But maybe – just maybe– my teenage self was onto something.What’s the harm in a little bit of fun?
As Night Falls (Connelly Crime Family Book 3)
K.B. Winters - 2019
What a joke.
Rourke
It should’ve been punishment enough, right? Instead, I’m stuck with this woman, A fiery redhead with a mouth that would make a sailor blush. She hates me, but she wants me. The two aren’t mutually exclusive, And I can sympathize. Because I want to wrap my hands around her neck . . .
while I kiss her.
And not just to shut her up. Okay, maybe sometimes. Because the line between lust and hate is so thin, I’m not sure where I end and she begins. As night falls, even a sassy mob princess needs protection.
Margo
Sweet baby Jesus, the man sure is pretty. I just wish he’d keep his mouth shut. Or uses it for other things. Because Romeo and Juliet we are not, Even if we do come from other sides of the divide. Being kidnapped is one thing, but being kidnapped by him is not so much fun, Even when he says it’s for my own good. That no one will ever protect me as well as him. Thing is, I can almost believe him. Because when he’s not annoying the hell out of me, he’s making me sigh. But I don’t do love. Not now, not ever. Not even as night falls. Love filthy talking Irish American mobsters who can melt your panties with just a whisper? As Night Falls is a full-length standalone Irish gangster romance with no cheating, no cliffhangers and a guaranteed HEA!