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Loving The Head Man


Katherine Cachitorie - 2011
    A newly-minted attorney with an eye on the big leagues, she quickly discovers that her brains are not enough in the dog-eat-dog world of a major law firm. When her supervisor pressures her to sleep with him, and when a family crisis forces her to make bad decision after bad decision, she discovers that the only person in her corner is the owner of the firm himself, Robert Colgate, a man who favors Bree from the start and ends up breaking every rule he has lived by, including sleeping with and craving the young and brilliant Bree, even though she works for him.But when Robert finds himself accused of sexual harassment, it is Bree who ends up in his corner, not only to help get his good name back, but to help him through turbulent nights where their unbridled passion for each other becomes a powerful antidote to the craziness around them. Bree and Robert forge a different kind of interracial love affair, the kind built on trust and need and perseverance. And even when Robert’s son comes into the picture, and attempts to drag his mother, Robert’s ex, back in with him, it is that very love that’s tested over and over, almost to the breaking point.

The Whisperer (Russian Nights Book 1)


Renee Williams - 2021
    I couldn't explain the allure. Maybe, it was the way they walked. They stepped into a room, and everybody felt their presence. Hell, it could have been the way they knew how to handle my body. They knew which strings to pluck to make me come undone. Or, it could have been the way they whispered to me. They knew what to say and how to say it. Whatever it was, they had a hold on me.It took me years of mental and physical abuse to realize that I needed to reform. I needed to realize that just because they were good to my body didn't mean they were good for my body. Fast forward a few years, I was a changed woman. I had sworn off bad men until my ex, Roshaun, pushed my hand. That was the thing about bad men. They refused to let you go until they were ready. I was ready. He wasn’t a believer, so I needed a man to make him understand.They say the best way to get rid of one bad man was to find a badder man. I found mine. Sasha, head of the Valliev family, knew just the right words to whisper to Roshaun to make him disappear. Permanently.

Mate Run: Pia


Zena Wynn - 2021
    Race, ethnicity, and nationality no longer matter. Pia Montgomery is one of the noninfected. She's dedicated the last twenty-plus years of her life to being a surgical nurse. It's time for a new chapter.She goes to the Match Mate Agency seeking a husband among the infected. Unlike others, she's not afraid of their animalistic tendencies. In fact, she admires them.However, Mate Match is no ordinary dating agency, and the infected do things differently. They hunt for their mates. Ready. Set. Go! It's time for the Mate Run.

He Brings Out The Hood In Me


Nikki Brown - 2019
    The only thing missing in their lives is a companion to share it with. Kahleno Maler the middle brother, tried love once before with the mother of his four-year-old son, Kahlil. He thought that maybe he had found the one to spend his life with until she was caught red handed, being disloyal. It was then that Kahleno felt that maybe it just wasn’t in the cards for him. He decided to play the field until the sexy and very taken, Sutton walked into his establishment, then all bets were off. Sutton Chambers, daughter of the infamous Maniac one of the most prolific criminals of his time, worked hard to make away for herself. With her father’s help and the insurance money from her mother’s death, Sutton was able to build the hair salon of her dreams. Chamber of Beauty was her baby and was the one thing that she was most proud of. When her fiancé’s gambling debt threatens to destroy what she’s built, Sutton puts her foot down just in time to welcome the persistent attention of none other than Kahleno Maler. Trouble has never thought that he was good enough for Sutton, he’s always felt like he had something to prove to their relationship. His blind ambition, get’s him into situations where he puts their financial situation at risk. Once Trouble’s gambling debts work their way into Sutton’s business and their relationship, things get rough for the pair. With his back against the wall, Trouble is offered a way out of all of his debt. The catch is, it may cost him Sutton. Will he be able to stay afloat, or will he drown in his own inhibitions? In this tale of love and deceit; loyalty is tested, relationships are put on the line and nobody is safe. Take this ride to find out if love will prevail.

The Farmer & The Belle


D.A. Young - 2016
    She doesn't have time for distractions like relationships, family and love, because she's seen firsthand how they can complicate things. Unfortunately Max Hayes didn't get that memo. One look at the petite dynamo and he decides she's a complication worth having and keeping. So he erases the boundary lines when she's not looking and before Georgina knows it, she's falling in love with the gorgeous farmer and a town she thought she hated. Can she take a chance on him or will her dream and complicated past get in the way? This is the first book in the Baymoor Series about the Carlton siblings who find love in the most unexpected places.

Under The Greek's Protection (The Greek Mafia Series Book 2)


Sonja B. - 2021
    He seems so normal in his sleep. Just looking at him in this state, no one would ever guess an insane teddy bear hid behind those eyelids. Reaching for the pillow to the side of her, Hailey takes it in her hands, then presses it upon his face, using all of her weight. It takes a few seconds, but Alistair begins to stir, kicking the covers off of himself. Try as she might, Hailey’s not strong enough to hold it on him. Alistair snatches the pillow from her hands, then throws it to the foot of the bed.“Woman what the hell is wrong with you,” he barks, breathing heavily. “Were you seriously trying to kill me?” Alistair glares at Hailey, rubbing his nose.“Kill you, no. Make you suffer because I can’t sleep, then yes,” Hailey states, irritated.Alistair squints his eyes at her. “So, because I can sleep and you can’t, you try to smother me? And they say I’m the crazy one.”

Secrets She Keeps


Amarie Avant - 2016
     All twenty-seven-year-old Reese Dunham wants is to focus on creating a successful boutique bakery that her sordid past can't destroy. But with secret connections tied so intricately to her family's history, she may never escape the reality of her life. When she encounters Italian LAPD narcotics detective, Evan Zaccaro, their chemistry is undeniable, but he represents everything that she wants to forget. As the web of deceit and betrayal engulf them, Evan and Reese are entangled in a perilous trap that unearths their past and threatens their future. Suddenly, with her enemies closer than she ever realized, Reese becomes a pawn in a deadly game. But who is on her side?

Seductive Nights (The Night Series Book 3)


Suzette Riddick - 2019
    He’s satisfied with his professional life and now wants a family of his own, but Julio’s biggest regret is rejecting love to advance his career. Alexandria (Alex) Lawrence is raising her three-year-old daughter, Maliah, and running two businesses. She also has misgivings because she’s kept her child a secret, with good reason. Fate intervenes, and Julio feels betrayed when he meets his daughter. He falls in love with Maliah and is determined to win Alex’s heart. As they co-parent, Alex rediscovers the spark that brought them together years ago. When the opportunity comes for Julio to rise to national celebrity chef status, will he choose Alex and Maliah? Or his chance to make it big?

Goodiva's Secret


Sienna Mynx - 2020
    And it happened. Goodiva, a young DJ and aspiring actress makes the mistake of drawing the wrath of Mr. Price. Desperate to cover up her fateful mistake her decision to flee the scene of a crime will eventually trap her in the dungeon of Mayfair Manor before she is forced to escape to the royal palace in the Middle East. The man who loves her is also the man who hunts her. The secret they share will change, destroy, and rebuild a future neither could foresee.

A Love Like This (A Love Like This, #1)


Kimberly Lane - 2012
     She leaves her crazy family and heads off to college with dreams of becoming an architect. However, as her mother Dana always says, "Love has a way of changing your plans."   Handsome Caucasian student teacher Tucker Bradley walks into Leila's life and turns it upside down.  He is exactly what Leila needs but not at all what she's looking for.  Leila has to deal with a steady stream of Tucker's ex-girlfriends.  She struggles to hold on to her dreams without letting go of her first love. (Edited 07/04/2012)

The One That Slipped Away


LaShawn Vasser - 2016
    He made the biggest mistake of his life and knew it the moment Mia Jamison left him. Every attempt to win her back has failed except for one. The letter. His last hope, the one Harrison poured his heart into, but even it eventually came back – Returned to Sender. Only then did he accept the truth. It was over. A part of him knew, this was the kind of loss he’d carry for a lifetime. It took Mia Jamison years to recover from a broken heart only to meet the perfect man - a good man, a strong man with ambitions, and one who checked all the boxes on her list. If only . . . If only, coming face to face with Harrison Haughton didn’t open up Pandora’s Box. No more hiding. It was time deal with a past that had the potential to destroy more than one future. For mature audiences only.

In Love with a New Orleans Savage


Londyn Lenz - 2017
    The four of them run New Orleans with an iron fist. With their father stepping down and handing the thrown to Karlos and his brothers they have to live up to everything Kaine has built. Karlos aka Killz is a straight Savage! He does not play about his family or their business that stretches from Louisiana to Miami. All about his business, and pretty much nothing in between, love was never in the agenda. As fate would have it, he has a change of heart when he meets the sexy, Kylee Ricci. Kylee is the oldest of her three sisters, Kimmora, Kelly and Keira. They are from Italy but moved to the states with their drug dealing father after their mother died giving birth to the twins Kelly and Keira. The sisters are head strong, smart, beautiful and extremely close. Life as they know it changes dramatically when Kylee finds herself unintentionally falling for Killz the Savage from New Orleans. When the Royals meet the Ricci's, it is one hell of a ride! Infidelity, shoot outs, robberies and betrayal at an all-time high. Through it all, will love prevail? Or will the dangerous lives of the Royals fill the sisters hearts with regret? Find out what happens when the Royals give their hearts to New Orleans Savages in between the pages of this captivating read.

Hold You Down


Dominique Thomas - 2014
    By chance she meets Ameer. He’s everything that she wants but doesn’t need. Married to not only the streets but to a woman as well. Sophie’s sees that Ameer is trouble from the start but she can’t seem to stay away from him. Ameer slides into Sophie’s life and changes things instantly. Some for the better and some for the worse. With an enemy determined to take Ameer and his family out trouble falls onto Sophie and the ones he loves. Ameer has a plan and good intentions but getting to the finish line is going to be a lot harder than he thought. All he wanted to do was hold Sophie down. Will he be able to have the new woman and new life or will he succumb to his old one?

My Addiction


S.K. Lessly - 2015
    Oh, I've wanted him since forever. He's just amazing. He's that perfect man you can't help but dream about. He has an amazing heart. He'll do anything for you. He has a smile that will make you melt where you stand. He has a body that's sheer perfection. And his eyes, oh man, they can look through your soul and strip you bare until you have no choice but to give yourself to him. It's a power he's had over me since the first day we met. Hands down, ladies, he's fine as hell. Oh, and his lips, goodness, I can't forget those. Let me tell you, the moment he touches you with his lips, you instantly cream. You can't help it. The feeling he generates is like no other. With just the simplest touch, he can make you soak with a need that only he can satisfy. He can effortlessly bring nothing but sweet ecstasy and pure desire all through your body.Do you see why I want him? He's my addiction, and I crave him with every second I draw breath.So why can't I have him? It's simple; I don't deserve him. You see I've had an opportunity to make him mine forever, and I blew it. I blew it so bad that I don't know if he'll ever give me another chance. But, oh, if he does, I promise you; I won't waste it.Brad...I've never met anyone like this woman. She had me the first day I laid my eyes on her. She's beautiful. No doubt about it; she's a goddess. She has curves that I can't keep my hands off of. Her skin is smooth like melted chocolate on your fingers. She has an unbelievable spirit and fierce loyalty that you'd want in your corner. Did I say she's sexy as shit? She turns me on with just the sheer thought of her. My favorite part of her are those lips of hers. Damn, I want to kiss her all the time. I can't get enough of her taste. She's made for me, I know this... I'm not denying that.I've been in love with her since before I even knew she existed. She's my best friend. I can't live without her. I just don't know if that's enough, if my love for her is enough. I want to give her a second chance, but I don't know if she's ready. They say that you only give second chances if a person has learned from their mistakes. What if she hasn't?What do you do when the one you love has an addiction stronger than you? Do you fight for her or do you let it consume you both? Life is about second chances. The question is can we survive?

Professor Sexy


Aja Cole - 2018
     Tyler Saxton is an injured hockey player looking to pass the time before he can get back in the game he lives for. Neiko Brown is in her last semester of studying to be an Athletic Trainer and has just gotten over the flu. Now, she just wishes her friends would stop talking about Professor Sexy in their group chat. When she finally makes it to class and takes one look at the hot, muscled athlete...well, all those late night notifications finally make sense. A playboy who's never wanted a relationship. A woman that's only had commitment. Are there lessons that they can learn from each other, or are they doomed to have a love connection that just won't make the grade? Professor Sexy is a 25,000 word novella with a HEA and enough steam to set your kindle aflame.