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Fifty-Fifty by Kelsie Rae
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Christine, The Stars
Danielle Norman - 2019
Before they were Pops and Mana…They were George and Christine.This is how the Christakos family began.This is their love story.It’s the summer of 1976,He’s a rebel with an attitude.She’s an innocent with a heart of gold.Together, they find a way to make a first love last a lifetime
Easy Revenge
L.P. Dover - 2020
They thought they could forget each other and move on ... until a local charity auction in their hometown of Snowy Creek sets Zac up for the ultimate revenge. If he wins, Clara will be at his mercy, forced to work for him for one full week. Tantalized by the sweet taste of revenge, he eagerly ups the ante to claim his prize.But what starts out as a week of filthy manual labor and bitter rivalry leads to a shocking revelation. Someone has been plotting for over a decade to keep Clara and Zac apart. Can the pair band together to uncover who? Or will their rift from the past continue to ruin their chance at a blissful future?
The Widower's Girlfriend
Marika Ray - 2019
Which has always suited me just fine. Until a woman all wrong for me jumpstarts my heart with her comical bad luck at the airport. If I help her out, even for just this weekend, will I also have to throw away my lucrative career as the permanently grieving husband?JemmaThis final yearly trip with my old friends from high school has gone from bad to worse with a broken suitcase handle and my clothes strewn all over the baggage belt. Tall, dark, and handsome has witnessed all my humiliation with that condescending smirk, yet somehow I crave more time with this total stranger. When he offers to get my so-called friends off my back, who am I to say no?But somehow between fake kisses and real conversation, the lines blur on what’s pretend and what’s true love. But what happens in Colorado, has to stay in Colorado. Doesn’t it?The Faking It series books are all stand alone sweet romances about fake relationships turning out to be more real than ever suspected. When true love is on the line, you can’t fake your feelings…
The Score (Massey Security Duet Book 2)
S. Nelson - 2019
But then danger swallowed me whole, and all I wished for was a different life.A life where I listened to the concerns of those who loved me.A life that had meaning. A life where I could follow my dream of becoming a designer. Secrets would be revealed.Lies would be uncovered.But could I see beyond the deception?And could I step away from the past and emerge on the other side intact? Note: This book should be read after The Assignment (available now)
The Celtic Cowboy: Bear Creek Rodeo Series
Jessica Marin - 2019
Growing up as the daughter of a football legend made me practically royalty, but it’s not a crown I’m interested in. Football life isn’t for me, no matter how hard my family pressures me with their motto of “If you can’t be them, marry them.” Living in the shadow of my football star brothers was exhausting and I eventually became invisible all together. I bide my time working at my family’s car dealership until I gather up the nerve to tell them that I’m living life on my own terms. I have my own dreams and they don’t include marrying a football player or a cowboy.My resolve was strong, until a cocky Celtic cowboy sauntered into my life. Ryan Kearney might not wear a football jersey, but wearing a cowboy hat and chaps was just as lethal. Devilish good looks with a mouth that could even charm the panties off a nun, I knew I was in trouble when he set his sights on me.A roll in the hay with a playboy cowboy is the last thing I need… especially when I’m already falling for him.
Ryan Kearney
As an up and coming bull rider, I’ve learned that rodeo life is grueling, but it’s the life I’ve chosen. The pounding of your heart and the thunder of applause that rings in your ears when that buzzer calls out the end of the eight seconds is a sound like no other. My dream to be a professional bull rider in the American Pro Rodeo Circuit is finally becoming a reality when my brother and I leave Ireland to compete for our shot at Nationals in Las Vegas. If I want the title of the best bull rider in the world, being mediocre isn’t enough. To be the best, you have to beat the best, which requires me living, breathing and sleeping rodeos. Being in a committed relationship isn’t even on my radar. So I do casual relationships and it seems my notoriety as the Playboy Cowboy preceded me to America. What can I say? The ladies love cowboys and I love the ladies.Charming them into bed is my second favorite pastime, so when the warm brown eyes of Adeline Murphy lock on mine and burn with yearning, I know I have her right where I want her. Except I don’t. The sexy spitfire seems immune to my charm and makes me work hard for her attention.The chase has become a game - one that I’m determined to win and to make her mine. I wasn’t looking for forever, but I can’t imagine my life without her.
Is your heart ready for the heat of this insta-love story? All books in the Bear Creek Rodeo Series end in happily ever after and can be read as stand alone novellas. We hope you fall in love in Bear Creek!
Summer Trouble
Ruby Rowe - 2017
I knew how much trouble Summer could cause me once she was, in her words, “legal.” She wouldn’t accept that being my best friend’s sister meant she was governed by another set of laws. She was the forbidden fruit.The “off-limits” trophy prize I couldn’t win.The “don’t look and sure as hell don’t touch” female in my life.But Summer pushed until I was backed into a corner. My hands and mouth had nowhere to go but on her. That was my story, and I was stickin’ to it.SUMMERI’d known Colton Graham all my life, and he was always a pest … until he wasn’t. That handsome face and masculine body he grew into became hard to look away from, and the more he matured and distanced himself from me, the more I wanted him close.Since I’d grown up with a brother, I knew how college guys operated. Relationships were off the table, and fine by me; I only wanted two adventurous months with Colton. I knew he wouldn’t be my last, but I was hell-bent on making him my first. What was the harm in that? I could do casual … or so I thought.Summer Trouble is a Ruby Romp Novella, meaning it contains insta-lust, along with an abundance of dirty talk and graphic sex. It can typically be enjoyed in one reading, so get ready for a fast-paced “get your panties wet” ride.
Grinched
K.L. Donn - 2018
The girl playing his helper Elf has him intrigued from the moment their eyes meet.All Georgina “Gigi” Grant wants for Christmas is to have some luck in love. Her brother and his wife suggested she help Santa at the local kid’s club. Dressed up like a helpful Elf, Gigi isn’t prepared to be snowed in with the Grinchy Santa.Seeing her brothers’ friend is behind the Grinchy demeanor, she hesitates until he takes her in his arms and suddenly all she wants for Christmas is…The Grinch.
Bought by The Billionaire Rancher
Marian Tee - 2019
Billionaire oil baron Logan Hardwall may be the last bachelor standing among San Antonio's Finest Eligibles, aka SAFE, but it didn't mean he was ready to get leg-shackled like his other friends and believe in all that true love sh*t. When he suddenly found himself in need of a wife to take care of his orphaned nephew, Logan began his hunt for the perfect mail-order bride. She had to be good with kids, but she also had to understand her place in his life, and that was not as his loving wife. She might warm his bed, wear his wedding ring, and be able to spend his money at will, but other than that...she was just the nanny, and that was all she would ever be. Note: This is a STEAMY MODERN-DAY ROMANCE set in small-town Texas. It is 100% insta-love with no cliffhangers and a guaranteed happy-ever-after.
Sugar
Jenika Snow - 2018
She had a smart mouth on her that had Colton’s blood racing. He put all of himself into his work. He didn’t have time for a relationship or for these feelings Sugar brought out in him. But Sugar wasn’t like anyone else. He shouldn’t want her but he did. He didn’t deserve her, but he knew he couldn’t stay away. It started with his dog knocking Sugar on her ass. It ended with her wanting so much more with Colton. He was arrogant and sometimes cold. But underneath that ice and rock, he was gentle, sweet even. She wanted to chisel away at the wall he’d built around himself. She wanted to bury herself in his heart. They both wanted the same thing but denied it through and through. It wasn't until they were forced together that they had to face the reality. They were meant to be together.
Game On
Wendy Smith - 2019
He won’t make the same mistake again.
After ten years apart, Brad and Molly are brought back together by the death of Lane.Brad’s mourning the loss of his former wife, and mother of his child. Molly never got to say goodbye to her childhood best friend.In the ten years since they last saw each other, Brad’s built a successful construction business. Molly’s the darling of Silicon Valley.All he wants are answers from her. She can’t find the strength to walk away again.Will Brad and Molly get their second chance at romance?Content warning on copyright page (see look inside)
Throne Away
Leddy Harper - 2020
That wasn’t the case with Ryan.Loving him was easy, but no matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t hold onto him. Because I wear a crown. And he's a single father raising a child...five thousand miles away.
The King Brothers Complete Collection
Lisa Lang Blakeney
All interconnected, standalone novels available for the first time in one convenient, discounted bundle for a limited time! Over 700+ pages of addictive, King Brother romance at a deep discount off the individual books’ prices. Book One: Claimed By A King Camden King Is My Cocky, Badass, Boss And He's Coming For Me... I work for him. But I can't stand him. I slept with him once. And he never lets me forget it. He thinks he can take me again…and again…and again. But he can't…I won't let that happen. I just have to last thirty days to prove it to him. And hopefully I can last.. Book Two: Indebted To A King There's something about Cutter King that reminds me of every bad relationship I've been in and every bad decision I've ever made… He’s desperately good looking, but he knows it. He's built sturdy and strong like a tank, but he's reckless. He looks like every woman's fantasy, yet for me he’s a nightmare. Too bad I owe him big time. And now he’s moved in next door to collect. Book Three: Broken By A King First he lied to me. Then he seduced me. Now he’s broken me. I knew him as a boy, but now the boy is back—a hardened criminal. Big as hell. Blindingly beautiful. Sexy as sin. Dripping with attitude. Covered in ink. And carrying a colossal chip on his shoulder. I want to keep my distance. Needing to protect myself and my virginity. He’s awakening parts of me that I never knew were dormant. Ruining me for any other man. I should have known that nothing this good would be healthy for me. He’s a liar. A thief. A convict. A deviant. I need to walk away from this man who’s breaking me piece by piece. Only my heart is not cooperating. Book Four: Promised To A King King family drama. King family hotness. Only available in this boxset.
You are cordially invited to A King Family Wedding. The question is which one of the Kings will make it to the altar? Follow these three badass brothers as they unapologetically claim their forever after in this sweet and sexy novella. AUTHOR'S NOTE: King Brothers Novels all feature a strong alpha with no cheating (and as always) a happily ever after. Be advised that due to strong language and yummy sex, these books are not intended for the easily offended or readers under 18.
Rules of Friendship
C.A. Harms - 2018
Oh and you should never fantasize about her either. Believe me, that situation can get messy really fast and leave you with nothing but one hell of an awkward mess on your hands—literally. Reese and I have been through everything together; our bond is deep. But I am going down fast, and I fear there is no way to stop it. I spend most of my time hiding my body’s reaction to her because like I said: just friends. But things are changing. We are changing. I no longer see her as just Reese, my best friend. When I look at her now, I see a gorgeous woman that takes my breath away. I see my future. But what if she doesn’t see me the same way? I can’t risk losing her… The fear of screwing everything up is excruciating. So that’s why I have chosen to stick to the rules. The Rules of Friendship that is. She was off limits. Plain and simple.
Filthy Italians
S.C. Daiko
Go to Italy, they said.It will be interesting...Little did I realize just HOW interesting.Marco and Alessio are committed to each otherBut they also want me.How can this American girl resist two gorgeous, hunky, alpha Italians?We form a perfect triangle of loveUntil a Mafia boss sets me in his sights.What started as a fling turns into something way more serious.And I risk not only losing my heart but my life.