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Danny
Janice M. Whiteaker - 2020
He can find anyone. Anywhere. Any time.Doesn’t matter how hard they try to hide. But locating his friend’s lost family is proving to be more of a challenge than he anticipated. Shadow Pine, Washington is Craig’s last lead, one built on nothing but rumor and hearsay. But sometimes that’s all you need.That and maybe a little luck, and Craig’s luck comes in the form of a tall blonde with a knack for bringing the dead to life. Danny is strong. Smart. Driven. Fearless.And hiding secrets of her own. Secrets wound together so tightly even Craig might not be able to unravel them. If he can’t, everything that matters to him is in jeopardy.
Wedged between her past, and their future.
****You don’t get to pick your parents. It’s a hard truth to swallow. Especially when your father is crazy.But Danny thought she’d left that all behind her. Then he showed up, looking like nothing she’d ever seen before. Clark Kent in a well-cut suit, with dimples deeper than the Grand Canyon and a voice that could melt the ice off Mount Rainier, Craig is a man who does what he says he will. Makes promises he keeps. Gives more than he takes.Except he wants to dig through a past she has no desire to remember, let alone discuss. Because her past is more than crazy. It’s dangerous.
Maybe even deadly.
Wolf of Ash
Amelia Shaw - 2021
Now the pack’s out for blood. But even his execution isn’t enough to soothe the Alpha’s anger. Which is why Maddox, who Talia has been fated to since birth, rejects his mating bond with her and banishes her. She has three days to leave town…or the pack will hunt her down.Within hours of her departure, her own pack’s deathly decree takes a back seat to a more pressing threat: Galen, the next Alpha of the Long Claw pack that her father tried to kill, captures her. He doesn’t know that Talia and Maddox are no longer mates, and she intends to keep it that way.Galen plans to use her as a bargaining chip, which is the only thing keeping her alive. But how long can she keep up the ruse? Because she’s still in town, and her pack is going to sense that. The clock is ticking until the hunt for her begins, then she’ll have two pack Alphas who want her dead.The one who rejected her…and the one who kidnapped her…Fans of Jaymin Eve, Callie Rose, and Avery Stone won’t be able to get enough of this slow burn, rejected mates shifter series!Scroll up and one click to start reading this steamy paranormal romance series today!*** Author warning: There IS a cliff hanger ending, and will lead straight into book 2!
Mated to the Devil
Eve Langlais - 2013
She tries to forget the only man who ever roused her passion, but when she notices her son exhibiting strange behavior—and less-than-human characteristics—she must face her past and learn to trust, and love, again.Howling drunk, the one thing Remy clearly remembers is seducing Mina. A pity he didn’t think to get her address, especially since he marks her as his mate. When she disappears, he’s got plenty of time to regret, but he doesn’t get a chance to atone until she comes back into his life with an unexpected surprise.Thrust into the role of father, Remy works to bond with his son while gaining forgiveness. But will he get the chance to truly make Mina his mate before danger threatens their fragile happiness?
Dragon Desire
Emilia Hartley - 2020
She wants to find the story that will set her apart as a journalist. Too bad they can’t both have what they want.Ever since Devin failed spectacularly at leading the Dragon Quarry Shifters, he’s kept to himself. Now that his cousin is back in charge, nobody needs him. If he holes up in his mansion for long enough, maybe the rest of his pack will forget about him and his heavy-handed ways. When he gets lonely enough, he’ll burrow into the earth in dragon form and let time take him. It’s not such a bad fate. He doesn’t need people, especially not the pesky reporter his cousin’s wife sends his way. She really should have known better. If the human reporter uncovers their secrets, she could ruin them all. That’s why Devin wants her to stay away. It has nothing to do with the way she throws him off balance every time they’re in the same room. He’ll keep telling himself that until he believes it.Nobody else in Moira’s newsroom wants to touch the Devin VanTassel eligible bachelor story. They think it’s too much trouble for a fluff piece. Moira, on the other hand, thinks this might be the opening she needs to uncover the VanTassel family secrets and write a career-making story. Besides, she’s not afraid of Devin. Sure, he looks menacing, but she had a one-night stand with him years ago that still keeps her warm at night. She doesn’t know what to do, though, when the fire of their attraction rekindles, and she discovers a sweeter, more vulnerable Devin than anyone could have expected. She also discovers Devin’s secret. It could definitely make her career—but also ruin him, and maybe the rest of the VanTassels as well.All she has to do is print it.If only she hadn’t fallen in love.Dragon Desire is a steamy romance with vibrant characters and a satisfying happy-ever-after. Perfectly good on its own, it’s even better when read in sequence with the rest of the books in the Tooth & Claw series.
Rescued on Bear Mountain
Sloane Meyers - 2019
When Anna Carter shows up near his cabin and needs rescuing, Joel’s inner bear roars at him that she’s his fated lifemate. But he knows that’s impossible. Fate would never pair him up with a full human, especially one foolish enough to get trapped on the mountain in the middle of a blizzard. Joel vows that he won’t give in to his burning desire to claim Anna as his mate. But as the blizzard howls on and he’s forced to share his small cabin with this mysterious but beautiful human, Joel feels his resolve starting to break down. And he feels his alpha bear starting to take over. After all these years of loneliness, is it possible that this mighty mountain bear has finally found true mate love? You will love this sizzling shifter romance, because it’s full of fierce bear shifters who will stop at nothing to claim what’s theirs. Read it today!
Orion's Belt
Loki Renard - 2020
Now I owe him everything. Orion Steelbane is the meanest, most augmented gunslinger in the West. It's best to stay off his radar, but when he saves my life, I lose that option forever.Orion doesn't do anything for free, including rescuing distressed damsels, so now I am in the alpha outlaw's debt - and Orion knows exactly how he wants to take his payment.My rebellion and Orion's passion go hand in hand.Every time I defy him, we get one step closer to his bed.I might even be falling in love, if it is possible to love a man like him.Or if he could ever love me back...
Mated to the Dragon
Kayla Wolf - 2019
Her defenses against men are ironclad. Known among her friends as the Single One, Lisa has enough on her plate, what with trying to get the clients of her dating agency suitable partners. But her defenses start coming down when a certain gold-eyed hunk of mystery with a huge chest and dark, luscious curls, walks into her life, bleeding and wounded. When he kisses her, it feels like the tide coming in. And somehow, even though she is a Professional Handler of Feelings she knows that if she doesn't get his shirt off immediately she is going to die... Alexander is the King of dragons. But his dragons are dying. There’s a prophecy he has to fulfill to break the curse – and that prophecy means finding his human mate. Which proves more difficult than he thought when he runs into a pack of wolves who try to destroy him. When he finds himself in close quarters with a gorgeous dating coach who can help him find his mate, he doesn’t refuse. But close quarters can get very … hot. Very steamy... And very dangerous… This story contains mature content and is intended for 18+ readers only.
Damaged Billionaire Daddy Bear
Leela Ash - 2020
Joining the work exchange is a chance to hone her skills, work with exotic animals, and give her kids a new start. Oh, and some space to forget about the cheating ex is certainly a plus. The animal sanctuary seemed like a paradise until she meets its enigmatic owner, Theodore Cooper. He is certainly fun to look at, but she can't decide if she wants to throttle him or rip his clothes off...Theodore has two passions; his nine year old daughter and his other baby, Exotic Rescue. Still bearing the internal scars from watching innocent shifters get massacred years ago he has dedicated his life, and his fortune to protecting his kind in every way. He isn't about to let anything, or anyone endanger what he has built.But when the threat comes in such an appetizing package as Jessica Harris, it's all Theodore can do to control his senses and withstand the passion of her touch. He can face off the most dangerous predators, but will he he able to withstand the onslaught of his own desires when she is near? Certainly not if his bear has anything to say about it...As Jessica keeps digging for the secrets of Exotic Rescue, Theodore is determined to keep her from discovering his secret even as the two fight their own growing attraction...But with their attention so focused on each other will they see the REAL threat coming before it's too late?Also included is a brief preview of Return of the Wolf.This story contains no cheating, no cliffhangers and of course has an HEA!Warning: This book contains mature steamy shifter themes and language and is meant for 18+ readers only.Damaged Billionaire Daddy Bear is a Shifter Romance that will appeal to lovers of paranormal, urban fantasy, shapeshifters, contemporary, and, of course sexy sweet romance full of the "feels". If you enjoy stories by Zoe Chant, T.S. Joyce, Harmony Raines, and Terry Bolryder we think you will enjoy this!
Kiss of Moonlight
Stephanie Julian - 2009
Stalked by kidnappers. Tamra McMillan needs a safe haven. When tattooed bad-ass Kyle Rossini steps into her life, the last thing she expects to find is a sanctuary from her demons in his arms. In fact, everything about him screams danger. But appearances can be deceiving. The tender possessiveness of his touch, the hunger in his eyes, the scorching sensuality of his kiss... He wants to brand her as his for life.Etruscan werewolf Kyle is a loner. The king’s assassin with a killer’s instincts. The last thing he needs is a mate who could be placed in danger because of him. Until he meets the one woman who needs him more than he needs his solitude. When Tamra, battered but not broken, stumbles into his world and tumbles into his bed, she captures his heart. And nothing—not kidnappers or visions of his possible death—will keep him from her.
Fated
Rebecca Zanetti - 2011
A scientist and a single mother, she's used to fighting for what she wants, keeping a cool head, and doing whatever it takes to protect her daughter Janie. But "whatever it takes" has never before included a shotgun wedding to a dangerous-looking stranger with an attitude problem. Or Else! Sure, the mysterious Talen says that he's there to protect Cara and Janie. He also says that he's a three-hundred-year-old vampire. Of course, the way he touches her, Cara might actually believe he's had that long to practice. . .
Kodiak
Delta James - 2020
and he's claimed me as his mate.I didn't need to go to Kodiak Island to find a beast like him in the wild. He found me.He stripped me, spanked me, and then took me roughly and savagely.I ran from him, the thought of another night of brutal, desperate climaxes and quivering, screaming surrender far too shameful to contemplate. But fate brought me back to him.There will be no escape this time.He's going to punish me. Then he's going to claim me as his mate.Publisher's Note: Kodiak includes spankings and rough, intense sexual scenes. If such material offends you, please don't buy this book.
The Billionaire's Contract: The Complete Serial
Tessa Blake - 2017
Investigative reporter Ainsley Dumont has landed the assignment of a lifetime: prove that Rafe Garrett, NYC’s most famous billionaire, is behind the crooked development deal that’s threatening to ruin the careers of some of the country’s top political figures—including the President himself. Rafe Garrett is a ruthless negotiator, too handsome for his own good, and a man of … particular tastes. But as Ainsley gets closer to Rafe, she learns there is more to him than what the public sees. Much more. When sparks fly between them, she has to balance her assignment—and her ethics—against the urge to forget who she is and be what Rafe wants. But what Rafe wants is so far outside her experience, she might lose herself. And when her search for the truth turns dangerously personal, she’s determined to face whatever she finds… no matter what it costs. The Billionaire's Contract was previously published in 6 segments. Except for the Author's Note, the content in this volume is the same as in those volumes.
Wolf’s Mate
Lilly Wilder - 2020
Desperate And Afraid, I Need To Stay Hidden, So They Offer To Protect Me, But At What Cost?I’ve always been a good girl, a sheltered girl.I guess I have my extremely rich dad to thank for that.I want to escape the reputation that follows our name, but you can never get the stink of money off of you.It’s a smell that attracts hungry beasts… just like blood.The one time I finally decide to let go and live a little, something terrible happens.I find unlikely protectors in the two wolf shifters who save me, but they want something in return.Their clan is in danger of dying out, unless they find mates willing to produce offspring.They want a good girl to break the rules.But, can she?Note: Intended for readers 18+ due to mature subject matter.
Claimed By Her Wolf Pack (Silverwood Island Shifters)
Maia Starr - 2019
Pushed from one nasty foster home to another, I’ve been powerless trying to escape the abuse of my past only to find myself trapped working in a sleezy bar for my abusive boyfriend. No matter what I do, my horrifying past keeps finding its way back to me, dogging me to no end. It is inescapable. The only part of me that I’ve kept safe and hidden is my virginity.I find myself kidnapped by a snarling alpha who surprisingly doesn’t want to hurt me. Instead, he craves every ounce of me inside out and claims me as his mate. But so do his two best friends...who all seem incredibly hot. It seems women are scarce in this town and everybody and everything want to get their hands on me...including my abusive partner lurking in the shadows.They all growl like wolves, and swear to protect me from anything that comes near and struggle over me like I’m a prize to be won. That is until real danger presents itself and there inner wolves come howling out….something I can't believe I am seeing. Will they learn to share and keep me safe and will I be able to trust them after I discover there shocking true nature?Note: Adults Only!
Buying His Virgin: A Billionaire Auction Romance Novella
Lila Younger - 2017
My parents got into debt, big debt, because of my selfish decision. So when I was told I could pay it all back by putting myself up for auction, I did it. But what I didn’t expect was to be be bought by the billionaire, Silas Rutherford. He’s got these gorgeous blue eyes, and washboard abs that you’d expect to find on a GQ model. And when I became his, I had to let him do whatever he wanted to me. Touch me. Taste me. Own me. The only thing I didn’t count on was how far he would push me… and how much I would want it! (Lila Younger writes hot, steamy romance with no cheating and a HEA every time because love stories are always a little better when they’re naughty. If you’re looking for a novella that’s guaranteed to leave your heart - and your panties!- melting, then start reading!)