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Cocky Kilt
Jolie Vines - 2020
I need to lock down my lust.For a former poor kid who's used to deprivation, this should be easier.But my cocky Scot doesn’t agree, and he’s hell bent on changing my mind.--Cocky Kilt is a cute and steamy romp between a New York lass and a determined Scot. Expect sexting after dark and a love-conquers-all happy ending.Written in the Cocky Hero Club world, Hailey, our heroine, is first featured in Park Avenue Player by Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward.
Refuge
A.J. Alexander - 2020
Now, her life revolves around Love and she’s happy. Content, even.Until she meets Connor Bennet.From their first meeting, he’s turning her life upside-down and making her want things she thought she no longer needed.So, she does what she thinks is best and pushes him away. Putting trust in that useless organ in her chest has led to nothing but heartbreak, and she won’t make that mistake again.There’s just one problem: he might just be the man of her dreams.
Creative Casanova
K. Street - 2021
I was the kind of woman who lived inside the lines—until I broke the rules for a smooth-talking, creative Casanova. I really shouldn’t have been surprised when I woke up alone in his hotel room. Three years later, our worlds collided once more, and this time, I wasn’t only caught off guard by Ryder’s sexy, dimpled smirk, but also by the little boy standing at his side. A little boy he never mentioned, who looked just like him and was old enough to be one of my kindergarten students. The minute Ryder extended his hand to introduce himself, it was clear I had simply been another notch on his bedpost. Anyone in my shoes would have assumed the same thing I did—that Ryder DeLuca was nothing more than a womanizing jerk. Then again, you know what they say about assuming, don’t you? Both of us were marred by a past we couldn’t change, but with a little help from fate, two geriatric cupids, and a dog named Turtle, we just might get our second chance.
Tough Customer
Erin St. Charles - 2020
Dear Ida,The arrogant man at the dry cleaners made my bad day worse.So, the last thing I expected was for him to offer me a job.I shouldn’t have accepted—not if I wanted to maintain my sanity.But the allure of a big paycheck overpowered my reservations.Now, I know he’s just as infuriating as a boss as he was the first day we met; yet, the sparks that fly between us are far more than on a professional level.The more time I spend with him, helping him secure investors for his new restaurant chain, the harder it is to ignore the attraction between us.Playing with fire, you’re bound to get burned.And this man has seared himself into my soul.Tell me, Ida, is there hope for our future, or is it impossible to really please this Tough Customer?
Fair Lakes Series Box Set
Kaylee Ryan - 2020
I had it all. The house, the job, the husband. Until one day, I didn’t. Now, my ex-husband is back, fighting, and ready to prove to me that we made a mistake. I’m not sure if he’s right, but I know what my heart wants, and it wants him. HarrisonWhy is it that you don’t know the depths of your mistakes until you’ve already made them? I knew signing those papers was a bad idea, but I thought that’s what she wanted. I’m in for the battle of my life. I have a plan, one that will prove to her that, it’s not over.Just Getting Started, book 2:GabbyMy life isn’t exactly going as planned. I’m basically floating up a certain creek without a paddle. Desperately needing a new place to live, I receive an offer I can’t refuse. Unfortunately, it’s from an uber-sexy manwhore that makes me want to punch him in the face and then kiss him.ChaseGabby Connor; there is no request too small in my eyes, including offering her a place to stay. It’s damn hard to keep my hands off of her. I’m pulling out all the stops. I’m tired of being in the friend-zone. It’s time to take what I’ve always wanted.Can’t Fight It, book 3:ColtonFrom the moment she showed up on my doorstep, I knew our lives would never be the same. With each passing day, I see a future I never planned. The only problem is someone wants to take that away from me. I just found her, and no way am I letting her go.HollisColton Callahan wasn’t what I expected and took no time at all for me to fall. Not only for the man but also his son. The problem is my past is not too far behind and slowly catching up. Now, I have a choice to make—run away or stay and fight.
Seductive Swimmer
Julia Jarrett - 2021
Driven. Focused.Those are the qualities that helped me win multiple Olympic medals, and when fate ended my swimming career early, those same qualities led me to run a thriving Manhattan restaurant business. But all of my success did nothing to prepare me for Savannah Reese. She’s beautiful, but also clumsy, awkward, and determined to make me question everything I ever believed to be true about myself. I thought I had all I wanted in life, until she shows me what I have been missing.But she refuses to fall for my charm, especially once she’s hired by my business partner as a consultant. Every word, every glance, every stolen touch, they only make me want her more. And for the first time ever, I want more than just one night with a woman.SavannahI came to New York for a fresh start and to prove that I could make it on my own. So far, so good. I’ve got a place to live, a job, friends, and cheap wine and cheetos to keep me company at night.I thought I was happy. Okay, I thought I was content.Until Alexander Devlin comes along with all of his suave British charm. He’s the kind of man your mama warned you about. Arrogant, sexy, and dangerous to a woman’s heart. He’s also my boss. Which should make him off limits… Except he doesn’t seem to think so…This sexy swimmer is out to seduce me, and I can only resist him for so long.Written in the Cocky Hero Club world, Seductive Swimmer is inspired by the novel Mister Moneybags by Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward.
Distracted
Michelle Fernandez - 2021
Our childhood was carefree and full of daring adventures. Then we grew up, pursued our careers, and moved on with our lives. She's the girl I've loved since I was fifteen. The thing is, she doesn't know it, and I never plan on telling her.The death of her parents brought us back to our hometown of Sunnyville six years ago. We reminisced and I was her shoulder to cry on. One thing led to another, giving each other a night I will never forget, and the bond that ended our friendship.Now, another funeral brings me back home, and there she is, with her daughter. Sabrina is everything I want but can't have. I want to talk to her about our awkward night and rectify what we once had.But just when things get right with us, complications arise, and outside forces threaten our lives.Distracted will be written within K. Bromberg’s bestselling Everyday Hero world and the sexy Malone Brothers will definitely make their appearance. It’s an epic crossover from The Broken Hero Series that you’re sure to enjoy!
Park Avenue Princess
Laura M. Baird - 2021
But when I realized that wasn’t going to happen, I stopped trying and did as I pleased for the first time in my life. Was I a spoiled princess? Far from it. But I did take a vacation. And met a stranger I think I fell in love with. Worse, it terrified me and I ran. Like a coward.Imagine my shock when I learn he’s right here in New York City. Guy Hamilton is the man I could never stop thinking about, and when our paths cross again, I learn it’s been the same for him.While we work to uncover a corruption scandal involving both our parents, startling revelations come to light, and our world is turned upside-down.Will our love be enough to remain unscathed and come out on top together?** Trigger warning: this book contains explicit sexual scenes and emotional discussion of abortion and suicide attempt.
Doctor Heartbreaker
Kathryn M. Hearst - 2020
Heartbreaker. They say I put the hot in hot-shot cardiologist.Not that it matters. I never stick my tongue depressor in my co-workers.What can I say? I play by a set of personal rules.Even if those rules eliminate 99.9% of the woman I come in contact with from my dating-pool.Even if those rules land me on a blind date with Emily, my childhood sweetheart, a woman I hadn’t seen since I broke her heart freshmen year of college.Let’s just say the evening was a disaster. She took one look at me, and it was…Date over. Do not pass go. Do not collect your two-hundred dollars.The thing is, I can’t stop thinking about her. She was my first kiss, and every other first that two people can share.She’s the only woman I’ve ever loved.How can I make her understand what really happened between us when she wants nothing to do with me?How can I let her walk away again, when it could mean another ten years wondering…what if?The answer’s simple. I can’t.Unfortunately, the solution to my dilemma is a five-year-old Colombian girl with a deadly heart condition. The same little girl Emily’s non-profit organization brought to the United States to receive life-saving surgery.When the chief of staff informs me, I need to improve my public image because my bedside manner sucks--not THAT bedside manner. I’m just fine between the sheets, thank you very much—I agree to perform the girl’s operation… Because spending more time with Emily is worth the risk.Even if it means I have to break every rule in my playbook.Even if it means destroying myself in the process.I may be a sap, but I’ll do anything for a second chance with the woman who’s owned my heart since the fourth-grade.
Accidental Neighbor
Sharon Woods - 2021
That includes the hard work of rebuilding their lives after his wife’s tragic death a year ago. But unrelenting grief and fear of suffering another loss keeps him from moving forward and embracing the possibility of love again.Jennifer takes nothing for granted. She knows to get ahead at work; she has to work harder than everyone else and remain focused. Focusing would be a lot easier if Thomas wasn’t so irresistible, and her overprotective father wasn’t so disapproving of the romance.With his heart and his daughters’ well-being at the forefront of his mind, will Thomas deny himself the opportunity to love again, or will he follow his heart and see where it leads?
The Cowboy SEAL's Secret Baby
Janalyn Knight - 2021
Grieving and angry with the world, he encounters witty and sexy-as-sin Morgan Flemming, the woman he spent a wild week with the year before and then promptly forgot.Carrying demons from her past, Morgan is horrified to see Flint pull up behind her in the bank drive-up where her car is refusing to start. Her uninhibited behavior with Flint while she was grieving the loss of her mother is something she’s tried hard to forget. And, at all costs, she must keep secret what happened after he returned to his platoon.Fate has different plans, throwing the two together at every turn. Having suffered a traumatic childhood, Morgan fears trusting a man in her life, let alone her baby’s life. Will Flint prove to Morgan he has put aside his anger and grief to be the man of her dreams? Can Morgan learn to trust—and love? Find out now in this tender yet sensuous soldier-turned-cowboy love story you don’t want to miss!Praise for Janalyn Knight’s books:"Janalyn Knight delivers a heart-warming story that will grab you from the very beginning.""The characters were so real, you almost felt like you were part of the story.""I found myself reading from my phone every free second I had.""These characters will remain in your heart long after you have put the book down.”
90 Day Fake Fiancé: An Accidental Pregnancy Romance
Roxy Reid - 2021
It's a full length stand-alone novel with no cheating, no cliff hangers and a gorgeously romantic happily ever after.
The Tillman Crush
Kelly Gendron - 2021
His hold was firm.The next day, he vanished. After seven years, he’s back with a sexy smile, flirty eyes, and jacked muscles.Not that I care.Let him slather on the charm.I won’t give in to The Tillman Crush. Not this time. BRITT Sadie Holland. Beautiful. Smart.The untouchable girl next door.Growing up, I wanted her.To keep her at a safe distance, I was mean to her.Then, the accident happened.With my mom gone, my father turned to the bottle.So I left town the first chance I got.Now, I’m back and not just for Sadie.The other thing I want.Well, the girl I came back for might not like it.Still, I won’t stop until I get what I want.Not this time.
Mr. Surprise Daddy (Love, Accidentally)
Annabelle Love - 2021
Football Super-Star, you’re gonna be a daddy,But we can’t talk about this until next week.I will not steal the thunder from my sister’s wedding.Especially when I’m the one organizing it.But the eye-candy linebacker won’t stay out of my way,And this island is far too small.I don’t care that he turns on the charm and offers to help.He can stick his rock-hard abs and good intentions somewhere else.Preferably somewhere that doesn’t complicate, or create, anything.But when this island wedding sends me up a creek without a paddle…he’s there.Saving my behind. Stealing my senses once again.And every time his big blue eyes meet mine, I turn into a walking bundle of hormones.I thought seeing those two pink lines was the scariest thing ever…Until I realized that I could be falling for my baby’s father.This surprise pregnancy romance will sweep you off your feet and make you fall head-over-heels. Get ready to swoon your way to the HEA! No cheating or cliffhanger. This is Book 3 in the Love, Accidentally series, but each book is a stand-alone and can be read in any order.