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Afterglow (Four Corners Book 1)
Artemis Anders - 2018
But when a friend's party means facing her ex and the woman he left her for, Teagan skips town and heads to the scorching heat of Arizona.She never expects to meet Aaron, an Army Major who's smoking hot... and also coming off a divorce. He's so not her type, but he gives her two days and one sizzling night to remember.When Teagan returns to Colorado and her man-free existence, Aaron keeps finding excuses to see her and inch his way into her heart. But when Aaron's past finds them, it threatens to shatter their connection... and break Teagan's heart for good.If you love steamy romance with heart-stopping twists and an HEA, you'll love Afterglow.Afterglow is a standalone novel in the Four Corners series.
Kept
Vivian Lux - 2017
When he left me, I didn't let him see me cry. But I still hate his guts. Eight years hasn't changed that. I hate his cocky smirk, with that deep dimple on his cheek he thinks is so charming. And I hate the way my body still melts at the thought of him. Now he's back in Reckless Falls. Flirting with me, charming me, driving me wild. I still hate him. I still want him. Nothing has changed... Has he? Author's Note: This is a quick, sweet and steamy novella set in Reckless Falls. No cliffhangers and a guaranteed HEA! Please Note: This story previously appeared in the Bad Boys Under the Mistletoe collection, where it was titled By The Fire. If you own that collection, you have already read most of this story, but I have rewritten it for re-release with a brand new prologue and epilogue.
No Time for Love
Raine English - 2018
But could meeting the right man at the wrong time cause them to break their vows to each other?Kinsley King loves her lavish lifestyle as one of Manhattan’s most in-demand real estate brokers. She’s worked hard to get to the top, and she’s not backing down now… But when her favorite aunt bequests her a wildlife sanctuary in the middle of nowhere, she has a tough decision to make: honor her aunt’s last wish or put the property on the market and maintain the life she adores.Dylan Reese, on the other hand, thinks life off the grid is just about perfect. That is, until the owner of the wildlife sanctuary he manages dies suddenly and leaves the place to her spoiled city-slicker niece. Now he, too, has a choice: leave it all behind or swallow his pride and take orders from a woman who wants no part of this particular commitment.Sparks fly in this opposites attract sweet romance as Kinsley finds herself falling for the swoon-worthy sanctuary manager, causing her to rethink the no marriage vow she made with her girlfriends, while Dylan wonders how he’s going to keep from losing his heart to the one woman who’s sure to break it.
Kate Unmasked
Cindy M. Hogan - 2015
After years of every lead drying up and every hope turning false, Kate finally lucks onto a promising lead.Determined to find the truth once and for all, Kate travels to the gritty New Jersey shore. But what she finds is worse than she ever could have imagined. She can't hide from who she is, and now she must face the awful consequences of finding the very people she should have been hiding from.Some secrets should stay dead and buried.
Resisting the Brit
Emelia Blair - 2019
When Oliver arrives to take over the company, I’m not about to idly stand by while he lays people off. Instead, I burst into his office to confront him, not expecting the man I encounter. He’s every bit the asshole I’d envisioned, but I hadn’t realized he’d be a hottie with a panty-melting accent. But that doesn’t matter. I refuse to back down. Refuse to fall for his charm. He has his agenda, and I have mine. But when my family’s well-kept secret, along with the debt my brother owes, puts my life in danger, there are no other options left. It’s up to me to pay the price. But not with money. Unfortunately, there’s only one person who can help free me from this mess—my new boss.
The Christmas Promise
Nikki Larson - 2020
But now that her dear husband has died and her money is running out, she reluctantly returns home to the small town of Crystalline Falls.Hunter Flynn is restless. Expected to work on his dad’s Christmas tree farm with his older brothers, he dreams instead of traveling and settling in some tropical location where he can enjoy the sun and the surf and keep his troubles at bay.Sabrina Townsend knows what she wants, and nothing will stop her from getting it. And this year, she’s decided, she wants Hunter Flynn back. If only Elise Silverstein would get out of the way.When Hunter runs into Elise, who broke his heart several years ago when she married Wesley, he is reeled in once again by her captivating personality. They were so young the last time they fell in love, and foolish. Now he is tempted to let himself become all wrapped up in her again. But wouldn’t that be a colossal mistake?
An enchanting story about the joy of Christmas, the importance of family, and falling in love in the most magical holiday season of the year.
This is a Sweet Contemporary Clean Romance with Christian themes, perfect for holiday reading.
Lawless
Elizabeth Miller - 2017
Pregnant and mourning the only man she ever loved, Piper Stevens isn’t keen on visitors—especially one threatening to never leave. Lawless is a 15k word short story, a precursor to Sound of Silence coming May 2017.
Mr. Somebody
Tracie Douglas - 2021
A titan in his industry, he wants for nothing, but it’s not long before he realizes money can’t buy happiness.The evening he comes face to face with Marisol Torres, everything changes.Marisol is the blast from his past he didn’t know he needed, and one night together turns both their lives upside down.Gabe knows he’ll never be the same without her, but Marisol has a secret that could end things before they even get a real chance to start.
A Very Blizzard Christmas
Kat Mizera - 2020
right? But when Danielle Petrov welcomes her new bundle of joy just in time for the holidays, everything isn’t as magical as it should have been. She’s trying to plan a surprise for their first Christmas as a family of four while dealing with a touch of postpartum depression and a six-year-old who wants nothing to do with his new sibling.Sergei is completely smitten with his wife, his son, and the new baby, but he knows something is bothering Dani. Between being on the road with the Blizzard and trying to spend time with the kids, he’s not there for her the way he wants to be.As the holiday barrels down on them, nothing is going according to plan. Sergei is determined to salvage what he can of a complicated holiday season. Will an unexpected storm be what brings everyone together?
The Billionaire's Mistletoe: A Single Dad's 2nd Chance Sweet Romance
Gigi Marlowe - 2019
But sometimes, a past of hurt puts finding new love on the back burner. Tiffany closed her heart to everything but her career when her ex left with another woman. Roger's billions couldn't save his marriage from a tragic ending that left his young daughter motherless. Career-focused and plagued by past fears, finding someone new is the furthest thing from their minds… Until Valentina Del Torre steps in. The Billionaire Matchmaker knows that a future lies ahead of them, but she can't mend the past. The fear of more loss, pain and heartache lurks within them both, pushing them apart even as they reach for each other. Will they finally find peace in each other? Can they even dare to hope for a holiday miracle?
My Best Friend and My Odd Side Job
Jessie Cal - 2020
A fake date. A real kiss. And a disastrous wedding.On the verge of burning out due to juggling multiple odd jobs—including working as a wedding stopper—Faye Stensen finally gets a call from her dream job in the fashion industry. But not as a fashion designer. Instead, they want her to stop a wedding. And not just any wedding. No. It’s the wedding of her best friend’s boss. The same wedding which she agreed to be her best friend's fake girlfriend. Oh, boy. Now, she must figure out a way to further her career without ruining her best friend’s future. Or their future together.
Going All The Way
Cynthia Cooke - 2016
She has been burning the candle at both ends and has the scorch marks to prove it. She returns home to San Francisco to focus on her artwork, relax, and hang out with her friends. A stress-free life. Until a man moves in next door who pushes all her buttons. Between Ryan and his dog, Riley, life is anything but peaceful. But it sure is a whole lot more fun.
Muscle
Lexi Whitlow - 2018
Now I'm a star. The hottest director in Hollywood wants me. All I want is his daughter. Hourglass figure. Legs that don't quit. She'll take my commands, then I'll take her to bed. Too bad her daddy hates me, because Winter's pregnant. If the tabloids get hold of this, I'm done. If her daddy finds out, I'm dead. But Winter's mine. And SEALS don't quit. Screw the fame and fortune. I'm about to show my muscle, and this display ain't for the cameras. Can I convince Winter's dad I'm all she needs... or will this be our last take? Muscle is a 60,000 word romance novel with lots of steamy second chance scenes, love and redemption, absolutely no cheating, and a bit of well-cooled revenge. Enjoy!
Brindle
V. Vaughn - 2015
But once she realized what she had become, Katie wanted nothing to do with her new state. Running off to college seemed like a good idea until mating season hit. Now the fever to reproduce is so great she can’t think straight. Brindle Lindholm has his true mate locked in forever. If only Katie would come to her senses and accept that they are meant to be together. Mating season has come, and he knows Katie has to be suffering in heat. Brindle is the only one who can satiate the need, and even though his heart will have to stand the rejection that is sure to follow, he knows he must go to her. When their coupling satisfies more than sexual need, it changes their future, forever. **This is a complete story. The Winter Valley Wolves can be read in any order.**
Tomboys Don't Love Christmas
Christina Benjamin - 2020
. . what could go wrong?Your ‘presents’ is requested at Champs, for the infamous Northwood High Mistletoe Mixer.There will be hot cocoa, Christmas Carol-oke and all your favorite Tomboys.The snuggle is real as Alex, Casey, Marissa, Nicole and their swoon-worthy boys return home from college to catch up at their annual Christmas Eve party.From the outside it seems they’re all living the dream, but when a snowstorm traps the crew at Champs everyone starts feeling a little ‘Claus-trophobic’ and secrets are revealed. Could it be some of our lovebirds are holding on for ‘deer’ life?Sleigh, it isn’t so!With more than one romance on thin ice, it quickly becomes apparent the only way to save Christmas is for the Tomboys to join forces again to pull off some Mistletoe Miracles. They form a surprising alliance with Lexy, the queen of resting Grinch-face herself. Has love finally thawed the mean queen’s icy heart or is she up to snow good?Find out who’s singing “All the jingle ladies”, who’s “Sleigh-in It” and who’s suffering from “Love at frost sight.”Buckle up for a night of snow much fun!A sweet stand-alone high school Christmas sports romance.Have you read the other Tomboy Books?Tomboys Don't Wear PinkTomboys Don't Kiss the QuarterbackTomboys Don't Crush on the Captain