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Juelz & Justice: Capturing A Boss' Heart


Jammie Jaye - 2019
    She was all about taking care of her kids and making sure they have a good life like the one that her mother provided for her. She had finally gotten to the point where life was good. After going through major heartbreak with her kid's father, Justice made up in her mind that love wasn’t for her. In her eyes, men were a distraction. What Justice didn’t know was that Julez would come bombarding in her life and change all of that. Julez’s only focus was getting money and taking care of his beautiful daughter Jewelz. After dealing with his baby mama Morgan, he knew that being in a relationship was a thing of the past. That all changed when he met Justice. He knew the day that he met her that she was all that he ever needed, but never knew he wanted. Jalissa dealt with so much heartbreak; however, when she meets Gem, she never thought he would be the man that she needed. She had so much going on in her life that she was not ready for the surprise that life had in store for her.  It seemed that things were going good until a family secret comes out and ruins everything. Will they make it through, or will the secret destroy them all?

The Secrets To A Hitta's Heart


Carde'l Edens - 2021
    

Say Hello and Wave Goodbye


Marina Johnson - 2019
     After seven years of self-imposed exile after the love of her life cheated on her, Becca is finally going home. She’d like to think she’s being brave but in her honest moments she knows she’s being forced into it by the loss of her job. Can she trust herself not to hunt down her cheating ex and fling herself into his arms? Will she ever find the true love that she yearns for? Finding the perfect home with a hot but unavailable landlord and a life far better than she could have hoped for, Becca is still plagued by self-doubt. Is she annoying? Is she the most accident prone person in the world? Is she dislikeable? She thinks she might be all of these, but most importantly, is she normal? Because normal people don’t have The Beccabird squawking in their ears...

The Hendersons: Three sisters and the journeys of their hearts


Clare Connelly - 2016
     THE GREEK'S MARRIAGE REVENGE Alessandros Petrides has spent a lifetime looking out for his younger sister. He might have amassed a fortune and built a reputation for himself as a heartless tycoon, but when it comes to family, he'll always make time for Helena. So when she informs him that her husband Eric is having an affair with their nanny, Alessandros doesn't hesitate to put himself right in the middle of the love triangle. He'll do anything it takes to save his sister's marriage, even if it means seducing the nanny into his own bed. Nothing in Sophie Henderson's life could have prepared her for how she would feel to meet a man like Alex. Not only is he charismatic and sexy, he exudes an air of danger that Sophie can't resist. Lust at first sight turns quickly into love and when he proposes marriage, she doesn't need to think twice. Why would she? Spending the rest of her life with Alex is a dream come true... until she discovers that their marriage is based on lies and revenge and a dark attraction that will consume her if she lets it. THE SHEIKH'S CONVENIENT MISTRESS The business which brings Sheikh Zamir Fayez to the deserts of Las Vegas is far from pleasant, and it's vital that it be kept secret. After all, the last thing he needs is news of his brother's drug addiction hitting the tabloids. Enter Olivia Henderson, a celebrity concierge who specialises in meeting the requirements of her clients no matter how difficult they might be. Only nothing in Olivia's experience has prepared her for a man like Zamir. He's domineering, arrogant and sexy, and he makes no effort to hide the fact that he wants Olivia in more ways than the professional. Nothing in their relationship is certain, but for one thing: that it must end. For Zamir will be King, and the hopes of a nation rest upon his shoulders. Olivia is a perfect distraction in his moment of need but she's hardly wife material. So why does he find it so hard to leave her, even when his duty calls him? And will he ever forgive her for how quickly she moves on? THE BRAZILIAN'S FORGOTTEN LOVER A secret child. A romance in tatters. And a thousand reasons Cristiano and Ava can never be together. After the death of her mother and the heartbreak of leaving Cristiano, Ava Henderson finally has her life on track. She's running the family vineyards and raising her beautiful daughter single-handedly. But a chance reunion with the love of her life makes her doubt everything she's worked to build. Cristiano had been right to leave when Ava asked him to. What choice did he have? She had always wanted a completely different life to what he could offer. And that life was more important to her than anything else. But three years later, he's back in the sleepy wine-growing district of Western Australia, and the same electrifying connection sparks between them as though no time has passed. Just as he's starting to wonder if maybe lightning does strike twice, he discovers something about Ava that will change his feelings forever. How can he forgive a woman who lied to him? Who kept his own child away from him? And how can he move forward, sharing a child with a woman he's now starting to despise ...

The Deal Breaker


Olivia Gaines - 2019
    His luck changes when Shelia Carmichael walks through his office door with a can of pepper spray and an offer he gladly accepted. The friendship is just the beginning of this romantic story as Shelia learns to trust and throw away her list of deal breakers in a relationship.

Confide (Love Story Confessions #2)


J.S. Cooper - 2021
    The hunky billionaire who became CEO of his own company at thirty. He may be one of the hottest men I’ve ever met in my life, but he’s also the boss from hell. He has dazzling blue eyes that pierce into your soul and freeze your heart. He’s a known womanizer.I call him AB to my friends aka Asshole Boss. He’s grumpy, demanding, and rude. And that’s on a good day. He’s definitely the worst boss ever.The only reason I’m still his secretary is because I have debt up to my eyeballs; thanks to student loans and an ex that conned me into letting him use my credit cards. I’m counting down the days until I can quit and tell him to get his own coffee and lobster rolls. My calendar says that between both my jobs, I only need to work for him for three more months.You see, Mr. Mccalister has no idea that I, his “mousey little secretary” has a night job just so I can quit as soon as possible.That is until I end up at a bachelor party for his brother.

A Doctor For Doug (Mail-Order Mama, #9)


Allyson Carter - 2021
    An escape after seeing so much death working in field hospitals during the Civil War. She wasn't expecting a stubborn man. A man who lost his leg during the war. Along with a town in need of a doctor and children a mother. Can she fight her way through Doug's hard heart and earn her place in both?Doug Baker doesn't need the complication of a woman in his life. His children feel different. No one wants half of a man. Except Elizabeth won't take no for an answer, and neither will his children. Can he thaw his heart to fall in love and help her to win over the town?

The Little B & B at Cove End


Linda Mitchelmore - 2019
    ‘The perfect book to take on holiday!’ Pretty Little Book Reviews on Summer at 23 The Strand Escape to the seaside this summer! When Cara Howard’s husband passes away, she and her teenage daughter, Mae, are left with nothing except their beloved family home at Cove End.Overlooking the sparkling sea, Cara decides to renovate the house in time for the summer season, turning it into a gorgeous bed and breakfast for visiting tourists.But with the arrival of the B&B’s first guests and secrets tumbling out of the closets, it’s clear that everything could be about to change for Cara and Mae… Could this summer heal their hearts for good? A wonderfully uplifting holiday read, perfect for fans of Lilly Bartlett, Tilly Tennant and Eve Devon.

The de Lohr Dynasty: Medieval Legends: A Medieval Romance Collection


Kathryn Le Veque - 2019
    Champions of kings, they are Medieval knights like no other. Politics and passion collide in this limited-edition collection. The House of de Lohr is a house of champions. With a lineage that goes back to the Conquest, the family is the epitome of nobility, power, and chivalry. But they are also a family that knows its share of turmoil, betrayal, and passion. This collection includes four of de Lohr’s greatest novels: Rise of the Defender - Christopher de Lohr returns from The Crusades and straight into a forced marriage. His life soon becomes the adventure of a lifetime in this epic Medieval soap opera. (Note: this novel is over 800 pages) Steelheart - David de Lohr discovers a reputation away from his brother and carves out his own de Lohr legacy in this stunning epic. Shadowmoor - David’s son, Daniel, finds his place in a poverty-stricken castle and a destitute lady desperately in need of a savior. Silversword - Daniel’s son, Chad, is swept up in the intrigue of Simon de Montfort’s politics. Will he save the de Lohr legacy? Or destroy it? Binge-read all four full-length novels for FREE in Kindle Unlimited!

Wolf Pack Chronicles; Boxset


Amelia Wilson - 2019
    She’s not sure what drew her here. Maybe because it’s far away from the man that tried to kill her? Or because she’s longed to be back in the wilderness once again? Or the fact that her long-lost friend, has suddenly appeared back in her life? There’s something about Rowan that shakes her to the core, especially when he touches her for the first time. She knows there’s an animal inside of him, but can she handle his incredible thirst to mate with her? Shadow Of The Wolf (Wolf Pack Chronicles #2) A wolf with a bad temper…A woman with unexplainable power... Ryland... This girl drives me wild. She’s not afraid of me, not like the others. I’ve never tried to find a mate. A dark shadow has such a hold on me. I want to get a hand on her, show her what it’s like to be with an alpha. But what if I’m a little too rough? Krista... The visions are getting stronger lately. Who is this shadow that haunts me in my dreams? Then, there’s this alpha. His temper is wicked, and his strength unmatched. I want him to put his hands on me, But with a curse unleashed, can our love even find a way? Secrets Of The Alpha (Wolf Pack Chronicles #3) “Do you know the secrets lurking in the shadows?” For Danielle, she never believed in the supernatural; that is until she found herself face to face with a real live werewolf. Now, she must make a hard choice, one that is sure to change her life forever. But as Danielle discovers that her best friend Alice, has been keeping this dark secret from her, loyalties are put to the test and lives are at stake. Time is ticking. Will Alice reach Danielle before she is bitten? Or will she become distracted by the cute park ranger Bash?

Next Door Daddies Box Set


Lauren Wood - 2020
    How can I say no?It’s just a week. What could go wrong?Short answer:Everything.Add in a bad boy next-door neighbor I had a crush on as a chaperone, too many shots, and you have chaos.Then come regrets.Accidental marriage.And a ring to prove it, with a piece of paper the next morning.It gets worse.He’s also my boss now.But what will he think when he finds out about our secret baby?Book #2: Perfect Protector“My new boss is also my next-door neighbor.”I moved to Hartford as a single mom, looking for a better life.Then comes Harvey. How am I supposed to deal with these new feelings?Honestly?I couldn’t.He was a billionaire and sexy as hell.And he knew it.His tongue was too twisted to ignore.The pleasure couldn’t be denied.Harvey was way out of my league.But all that was going to change.Now I was pregnant and I needed him.How can I say no to the one man that makes me feel safe?Book #3: Perfect Daddy“My old crush is my protector now.”It was like a fairy tale, only better because it was real.He came out of nowhere, popping up to help me when I was in need.I couldn’t help falling for him.His handsome smile, kind eyes, and a mouth that promised the world.But it wasn’t meant to last.I had to leave him behind.He pops up again, seven years later.Same eyes, smile and banging body as before.But now I am on a date, about to be married.He is different now, but we still want each other.I can’t have him, it’s complicated.I can’t keep myself away though, no matter how much I should.Before long, I am falling again, though this time there is consequences.We are both going to pay for our forbidden love.Maybe with our lives.Book #4: Perfect Neighbor“My ex is now my next-door neighbour.”I was ready for a New Year, in a new town.No more mistakes. No more men.And then comes Steven.He pops back up, my next-door neighbor.It’s doomed from the start.Though, he looks damn good nowadays.Rich, successful and charm dripping off of him.I know what is underneath those tailored suits.I have felt the power of his body.I miss it all. I miss him.But it can’t be.Too many things stand in our way, forcing distance between us.Then a secret, that could rip our second chance apart.I’m pregnant and afraid of what he’ll say.Note: Adults Only

First Time Baby - A Billionaire Romance (Billionaire Baby Surprises Book 2)


Ana Sparks - 2021
    

Delights


Penny Vincenzi - 2012
    Told in Penny's unique voice, The Mermaid, Fair Exchange, Knowing Best and The Brooch are four unmissable stories in which a young woman battles to be accepted by her boyfriend's son, a divorced couple rediscover their passion for one another, a young couple's marriage comes perilously close to disaster, and a feud over a missing brooch separates two sisters for over a decade. With this collection, Penny Vincenzi explores the passions, jealousies, truths and lies that bring lovers and families together, and that can tear them apart.

A Man Called Ove: A Novel By Fredrik Backman | Digest & Review


Reader's Companions - 2015
    He has lost his wife and child to a horrific accident that leaves him crippled mentally. What ends up happening in A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman is nothing less than magic. A grumpy, bitter man who believes it is him against the word warms our hearts and invites us in. The plot is predictable, but the reader will be surprised to fall in love with and want to cheer for this older man.   With this digest companion, you'll enjoy: • A digest of the A Man Called Ove • Content for your book club or other group event. • Stories beyond the digest and tidbits you may not know • The book's impact and its important to read • And more! What other readers are saying: "You can read it before you read the novel or after you read it as a supplement to the actual book." "Very concise and helpful for our Book Club." "It is full of story information, interesting facts about the novel and the author as well." "This overview gave me an idea of what the book covers. From it, I have been able to decide whether or not to purchase the book." "The Digest helped clarify the historical background. Beautifully written and deeply moving." Our promise: Reader’s Companions bring you immaculate study materials on literature at exceptionally low prices that do not compromise on quality. These are supplementary materials and does not contain any text or summary of the book. 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

Hitched to the Boss: Part One


Paige North - 2018
    Cold-hearted CEO of Inferno Partners. Hot-tempered womanizer with the looks of a GQ model. My new boss. My even newer husband. All it took was one wild night together in Vegas, and our relationship has irrevocably changed. Now we are intertwined, and I’m suddenly wrapped up in Dante Farris’s strange world of fancy dinners, private jets, and Caribbean Islands. He tells me that the marriage will be annulled and everything will continue as if the crazy Vegas night never happened. But somehow, he keeps finding excuses. Excuses to touch me with his knowing hands. To make sure I’m still crying out his name as he makes me his and owns me completely. Dante Farris told me to trust him. Told me that everything would be okay. But I must be crazy, stupid, or blind. Because only a fool would believe a word Dante Farris says.