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Smokey
Erin Trejo - 2019
They sucked the air from my lungs. When they left me a clue as to who they were, I knew I would get my revenge. I planned and plotted. I watched her from a distance. What a better way to hurt the ones that hurt me. I will take their daughter and use her to my liking. When she’s broken and begging for death, I will send her back to them ruined. My plan was working perfectly right up until it was time to let her go. Now I don’t think I can and that’s a problem. A huge problem.
One Ride: Hellions Motorcycle Club
Chelsea Camaron - 2013
As the only child of Roundman, Haywood’s Hellions motorcycle club president, she has always been protected.When a threat to Roundman’s club gets too close to his precious doll, he does the only thing he can think of—sends her away until his enemy is in the ground.Talon “Tripp” Crews lives his life from one ride to the next. As the Catawba Hellions motorcycle club chapter president, he doesn’t hesitate to answer Roundman’s call for help.One ride across the country sounds simple enough.One ride tempted by a forbidden desire is far from easy.One ride changes everything for everyone.
Slater
Tina Hogan Grant - 2019
Think of it as a friendship with benefits. So when Davin left for University, they parted on good terms. Or, so she thought. When she starts seeing another man, Davin changes the rules and insists she leaves San Diego and joins him in Texas. Sabela quickly learns that "no" has dire consequences. Davin's jealousy weaves a web of lies and blackmail to make her obey. Will she dare to not comply? Sabela's new love interest, Slater, has loved and lost before. He's determined that no one will ruin his second chance at romance with Sabela. But how far is he willing to go to keep Davin's psychopathic grip out of their lives? Review "Slater was amazing! I received this book as an ARC from the author and this was the first book I've read by this author but it won't be my last!! I was captivated from the very beginning. This is not just your average romance novel, this book is suspenseful and it will pull at your heartstrings all at the same time! It was a real page-turner and kept me fully engaged! I highly recommend this book to everyone!" Amazon Reviewer
Tangled up in Blue: A Rainy Day Women Romance
Linda Steinberg - 2021
Deadbeat dads, that is. Until she's arrested by a handsome detective who won't listen to reason. But when she discovers a dead body while working a case, she needs Detective Tall, Dark and Handsome's Help.Protect and serveWhen Dallas P.D. detective Trey Donovan arrests a feisty, gun-toting woman with a stack of hundred dollar bills stashed in her camisole, he senses this is no ordinary drug bust. He manages to maintain his professional composure but he can't get her out of his mind. On his next case, when he finds Selena standing over a dead body, they agree to work together to catch a killer.Trey is by the book; Selena prefers to color outside the lines. But the chemistry between them sparks creative detective work. And ignites simmering passions. Despite their intentions to keep the relationship professional, a rainy night stakeout leaves them 'tangled up in blue.' And when Selena's out-of-the-box ideas put her in danger, Trey realizes this is a woman he will never put out of his mind. And that's a 'Dunn deal.'Tangled up in Blue is the first book in the Rainy Day Women series, featuring women empowering women--and the men who love them. In a converted warehouse near downtown Dallas a group of strong, professional women come together to volunteer their services to the women of an under-served community. They name their facility the Rainy Day Women's Center. Each book is a stand-alone romance about competent, independent women and the equally competent, independent men they can't ignore--or live without.
Finding What's Mine
Janice M. Whiteaker
I was sent to find her.Protect her at all costs.
I never expected I would want to make her mine.
Kerri is everything I’ve been told I can never have.All I shouldn’t be stupid enough to want.I want her anyway.And I’m willing to do whatever it takes.Even if it means walking away from everything I’ve ever had.****I thought I got away.Left a life I hated behind.But it’s come back for me in the form of a man with haunted eyes and wicked lips.A man who tempts me in ways no one has before.Evan brings out the best in me and tames the worst.I never expected I’d have to fight the man I hate most, to keep the one I love.But I’ll burn the world down before I let someone take him from me.⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ If big, tattooed, protective guys are your thing, this book will be catnip.⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ OMG I loved this book… I WANT MORE!!⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ FIVE HUGE and bright stars for this awesome read.⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Incredible writing and incredible characters.⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ A fast-paced story that draws you in from the beginning and doesn’t let you go until the final page.
Necessary Evil
Jamie K. Schmidt - 2016
Schmidt—whose writing has been called “hot and sexy, with just the right amount of emotional punch,” by Lauren Layne—a vigilante biker takes the power of love into his own hands. Lucy Simmons comes from a rough family, but she’s a damn good public defender. Even though she hates to see criminals walk due to sloppy police work, the law’s there to make sure everyone gets a fair trial, and Lucy certainly doesn’t believe in the kind of justice meted out by the leather-clad ex-cop they call “Evil.” He’s stubborn, cynical, and out of control—but he plays her body like no man ever has. For once, both Lucy’s boss and her brother agree: The biker is trouble. Evan Villiers took a sacred vow to let no killer, rapist, or pedophile go unpunished. When scumbags fall through the system, his motorcycle club cleans up the garbage. Although the Sons of Babylon and their methods may not be to Lucy’s liking, the beautiful lawyer has become Evan’s light in the dark. But his next hit is Lucy’s own brother—a murderer who got off on a technicality. Now, with his loyalties split, Evan must turn his back on his brothers . . . or lose the woman who has claimed his reckless heart. Includes a special message from the editor, as well as an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
Coming Home to Maverick
Sophia Summers - 2020
Maverick thought he was over her. But neither can deny the feelings that will always be there.Bailey has made mistakes, so many she doesn't think she'll really ever forgive herself. But her daughter deserves the kind of life Bailey had growing up. When she shows up on her parents' doorstep back to her hometown, the one person she isn't ready to see is Maverick. But will she ever be able to face him?The minute Maverick hears Bailey is back, he knows his heart still belongs to her. But what kind of man trusts a woman who left him at the altar? As he grapples with a new daughter that he can't help but wish was his, all the responsibilities of running his family's ranch, and the hurt he feels about Bailey's betrayal, he finds new love and hope not only with her but with God.As soon as God is a part of the equation, the sweetness they find is better than they ever had. Just maybe this second chance around is God's gift of happiness to them both.
Edge of Reason
Freya Barker - 2019
Brotherhood and beer meets single mom and apple pie.I am a riding contradiction.A scholar, a cynic, a brother, and a biker.My name is Trunk.I'm smart enough to recognize the chip on my shoulder, and cautious enough to keep it right where it is.I am a misguided romantic.A mom, a daughter, an agent, and a survivorMy name is Jaimie.I'm strong enough to look after my family alone, and too stubborn to accept I don't have to.We make an odd couple--our differences obvious--but when hatred and danger threatens to destroy everything of value in our lives, we only get stronger.Together.
Percy
Melissa Devenport - 2018
A bad boy biker. Too many Margaritas. Intense passion. If everyone deserves a second chance, then why are they so hard to get? The small and modest bar is the perfect hangout for Percy. Everybody minds their own business and no questions asked. Mexico was the right choice to get away from it all. Damaged inside and out he had to break free from his old MC club. He isn’t proud of those days and a lot has changed. Physically he’s in better shape than ever and money isn’t a problem. The worn out black jeans do nothing to hide his toned legs where you can see the muscles through the fabric. The black leather jacket looks like it's probably custom made for him. No wonder Shanna notices him right away when he walks through the door. She is far from home on vacation and wants nothing more than to just forget all about her cheating fiance. This dark mysterious man represents the exact opposite of everything she has left behind. An escape from ordinary life. When two people with completely different backgrounds meet, it’s impossible to predict the outcome. They both hope for a better future, but neither of them saw this one coming… ***** All books in the Lonely Rider MC series are stand-alone, steamy hot romance adventures with no cheating, no cliff-hangers and HEA.
Blood, Love and Lies
Brooke Sivendra - 2019
Their love is forbidden. Now her secret will destroy them.Prince Asher has spent years fending off his mother’s introductions. No woman has held his interest for more than five minutes, not until he met Abi. Brave, fearless, Abi. Now he can’t imagine his life without her.Abigail Bennett is the daughter of the King’s enemy and a woman feared by every warlord in the region. Her job: rescuing trafficked women.For her safety, her identity has always been kept a secret. She never intended to mislead Prince Asher, but if she reveals who she is—who her father is—Asher might shut down her operations.But if she doesn’t tell him, the powerful romance building between them will be built on a tower of lies. And secrets never stay buried forever…When a chain of events causes her identity to be revealed, can Asher forgive her?Will he have the chance to forgive her because the warlords Abi has spent years annihilating know her identity now too, and they’re coming for her.BLL is a heart-racing romantic thriller full of intrigue, nail-biting action scenes and romance. Get your copy today!The reading order for The Royals is:#1 - Blood, Love + Lies#2 - Serpenti#3 - Valiant Reign#4 – The Last Strike(All novels have been published and are available now)
Undaunted
Crystal Daniels - 2017
After suffering the loss of two women in my life, I grew cold and indifferent to the idea of love. I don't need to let anyone in. I've seen the aftermath it can leave in its wake.The last thing I'm looking for is someone to fill the void.Until-Bella JamesonStruggling to keep my head above water, my only concern is taking care of my sister. The last ting I expected was to fall in love with a tattooed biker, Logan Kane. With evil hiding in the shadows, I have no idea the danger my sister and I are about to face.Will Logan and Bella overcome their demons in the end, or will they lose each other in the process?
Outlaw's Hope (Viper's Bite MC #1)
Lena Bourne - 2016
No cliffhangers here, just happy endings!TOMMYI might be the newly made Vice President of Viper's Bite MC, but I'm getting out. The sooner the better. Just me, my bike, and the target on my back, riding off into the sunset. Because even a death sentence is preferable to the mess the new club President will get us into.Then she walks into the strip joint I run, looking for a job. Tara. A girl with a stripper's name, but the face of an angel.I want her. In the lying-under-me-and-moaning-my-name kind of way. That part I understand. It's the part about wanting to protect her from whatever she's running from and make sure no one ever hurts her again, that's new to me.She's looking at me like she wants the same thing. But she keeps pushing me away. Smart girl. I should leave her be. I have no room for passengers on the back of my bike.Though for her curvy body, I could make an exception.Outlaw's Hope is a standalone, full length MC biker romance novel, which contains steamy sex scenes, and deals with disturbing themes that may be uncomfortable for some readers. Intended for 18+ audiences.
Her Billionaire Inventor
Dobi Daniels - 2018
She’d been emotionally scarred from her last relationship and has just managed to pay off the mountain of debts she was saddled with.Now all she wants for Christmas is to rediscover Christmas joy—no love in the equation, and what better place than her hometown Dexington where she recalled spending the happiest times of her life. She is determined to stick with her plan and not even a chance encounter with Phillip—billionaire hospital heir and inventor, and the town’s most eligible bachelor—can change her mind.Until she discovers he is the boy she kissed in high school.Phillip Dexington is finally about to launch a new medical device after having his last invention stolen by his former girlfriend and sold to his archenemy. He’s determined that nothing must go wrong this time around—which means avoiding a relationship at all costs—and is content with spending Christmas with the children at the orphanage.But when Phillip runs into Sarah Nash, the girl who stole his heart in high school, his world flips upside down. She’s only in town for Christmas, and the time before the launch party is Phillip’s only chance at determining if she is the one.Will they open their hearts to the fullness of Christmas and give love a second chance, or will their trust issues rob them of a happily ever after?This is a sweet/clean emotional scars Christmas medical billionaire romance with no cliffhangers and a guaranteed HEA.