When she learned the truth, Beth settled for the security of a loveless marriage. Now a widow with a son to support, desperation has driven her into service at Romsey Abbey and directly into the path of the man she'd loved and lost.LORD RAKEHELL'S LOVE by Donna Cummings: (The Curse of True Love, Book 1) Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love, is attempting to play matchmaker in Regency London. . . only she's placed a curse on the lovers instead. Simon is late to his own wedding, and Georgiana is heartbroken by the scandal. After such a blunder, how can Aphrodite possibly reunite this couple?A GENTLEMAN'S PROMISE by Tamara Gill: (Scandalous Series, Book 1) Charlotte King bows to family duty and marries a man who is not as he seems. Now she is trapped in a marriage of endless pain and fear. Lord Mason Helsing walked away from the one woman he'd always cared for, but upon returning to London, he finds Charlotte is in a loveless & cruel marriage. Can they overcome the strictures of society? Or will they bow to pressure and do as society deems appropriate?EMBRACING SCANDAL by Suzi Love: (Scandalous Siblings, Book 1) Lady Rebecca Jamison, a mathematical genius, saves her siblings from financial ruin by dabbling in the London stock exchange. When a greedy syndicate kills her friend and threatens her family, Becca begs assistance from Cayle, Duke of Sherwyn, her nemesis and previous friend. He successfully defeats the illegal consortium, but can Cayle persuade a self-sufficient spinster to become his duchess?ANGEL'S MASTER by Sandra Sookoo: Ethan Williams is a pirate with a conscience. Though he knows the era of piracy is nearly done, he can't help but enjoy his time to the last. Jacqueline Massey is more than she seems--and she bears a remarkable resemblance to the masthead on the Angel's Fury. Once he takes her hostage on his ship, Ethan struggles to show her his human side.RESCUED BY A VISCOUNT by Wendy Vella: (Regency Rakes, Book 2) When Claire Belmont finds out her brother left something behind in France before he died; she is determined to discover what. However she must seek help to succeed, and from the one man she vowed to avoid. Claire fears that if anyone can disrupt her well-ordered life and see the vulnerable woman behind the polite facade, it will be Viscount Kelkirk and now they are thrown together, she realizes her fears were justified.

    But when her friend’s sexy brother, Riley McKnight, is suddenly looking at her in a new light, Claire realizes that her life needs to change—and that the handsome younger police officer may be just the ticket! Woodrose Mountain Occupational therapist Evie Blanchard is recovering from an emotional year—and she’s vowed not to work again. But self-made millionaire and single dad Brodie Thorne has vowed to do whatever it takes to help his daughter, Taryn, recover from the accident that left Hope’s Crossing in crisis. And with laughter, courage and more than a little help from the kindhearted people of Hope’s Crossing, Taryn may get the healing she deserves—and Evie and Brodie might just find a love they could never have imagined. Sweet Laurel Falls Maura McKnight-Parker finds she cannot escape the past. Still reeling from one loss, she is stunned at the reappearance of her older daughter, Sage—and Jackson Lange, her first love. Jackson never knew she was pregnant when he fled Hope’s Crossing all those years ago—but he never forgot Maura. This fragile family has secrets aplenty, but Maura and Jackson—and Sage—have to face up to them to find the bright future that awaits them. Currant Creek Valley Workaholic chef Alexandra McKnight doesn’t need a serious relationship, she’s just been offered her dream job at an exclusive new restaurant being built in town. The construction foreman building the new kitchen, Sam Delgado, seems perfect for a fling, but the single dad wants more than she can give. Now it’s up to him to help Alex see that, no matter what happened in her past, they can build a bright future together

    When KC, an undercover FBI agent, flies into Chase's life with her Doc Martens, purple, punk-rock hair, and Hollywood-hype leather and chains, Chase realizes that falling in love is more dangerous than catching bullets.Dirty by Debra WebbJackie Mercer can't abide deception. A woman who single-handedly built the Mercer Detective Agency from the ground up has a right to expect honesty in a relationship. Tell that to the creep who, only this morning, she thought might be Mr. Right. Wrong! Her day only gets worse when an ominous message arrives accompanied by the photo of a man she hasn't seen in ten years: You were the last one to see him alive. She's in real trouble when a second message, this one including a dead body, drops into the mix. Jackie does what any smart Texas woman would do: she kicks butt and takes names, while the mystery spiraling around her long lost lover and her attraction to Derrick Dawson plunge her into a tangled web of shocking secrets and deadly deceptions.Mind Reader by Vicki HinzeCaron Chalmers is an empath. A mind reader cursed with imaging only victims. She sees what they see, feels what they feel, endures what they endure. But even with all the sensory perception and insights, sometimes she fails to save victims in time. Sometimes she interprets the signs wrong--and a year ago, she did exactly that. She messed up and a victim died. Caron nearly died with her. Her "gift" shut down. Now it's back. There's another victim--this time a child--and because of the shut-down, her police contact, though aware of her many successes, isn't willing to stake his career on her. Yet he can't dismiss her and calls in help from a private investigator, Parker Simms: a man with a past as bleak as Caron's and a specific agenda of his own: proving Caron Chalmers is the fraud he believes her to be. In a hostile alliance, Caron and Parker seek the truth . . . and discover a labyrinth of lies and deceptions...Witch Dance by Peggy WebbKate came to Witch Dance to practice medicine. She expected to fall in love with the tribal lands of Oklahoma and its people. She never expected resistance and hostility to her clinic. And she certainly never expected death threats. But something evil is stalking Kate and the Chickasaw children. Only one man can stop the deadly enemy - Eagle Mingo, son of the Chickasaw governor, destined by blood to follow in his father's footsteps and by fate to fall in love with a forbidden woman. Eagle will do anything to save Kate except shun the traditions that hold him fast to duty. But can he stop the evil spreading through his land and find a killer who calls himself the Avenger? Can he find a way to have the woman of his heart without breaking the heart of a Chickasaw nation?The Informant by Vr MarksA dead body is no way to start the day... a fake marriage makes it a special brand of hell.When her witness is murdered, DEA Agent Hannah Thalberg knows she's the next target. The only way she can stay close to the case is to lie about getting married and hope her one-time lover goes along with the deception.

    She’s endured a long road to recovery with the help of her best fiend Gillian and is finally beginning her life again: college, a job, and a blossoming love she never even saw coming.Clay Forbes is the notorious campus playboy. He’s a star athlete, a senior architecture major, and the only son in a family with power and money back in his hometown. When he crashes into Paige, his whole perspective on life shifts, and his world as he knew it becomes nonexistent. He’s wrapped up in her.They’re both learning how to love, but Clay’s ex-girlfriend Hannah won’t make it easy for them. She puts a target on Paige’s back, and won’t stop until she’s derailed their budding romance once and for all. Who will be left standing after the ashes settle for the second time?

    This bundle includes the first three novels (out of nine) of this bestselling series. If you loved Ender's Game, Starship Troopers, and Old Man's War, you'll love Earthrise. From a USA Today bestselling author. BOOK 1: EARTH ALONE They came from deep space. They came to destroy us. Fifty years ago, bloodthirsty aliens devastated the Earth. Most of humanity perished. We fell into darkness. But now we rise from the ashes. Now we fight back. Marco Emery was born into the war. After his mother is killed, he joins the Human Defense Force, Earth's ragtag army. Emery must survive basic training, become a soldier, and finally face the aliens in battle. Against the alien onslaught, Earth stands alone. But we will fight. We will rise. We will win. BOOK 2: EARTH LOST Earth burns. We call them the scum. They came from deep space. Creatures of claws and endless malice, they ravage the world. As the war flares, as cities crumble, Private Marco Emery and his platoon blast into space. They won one battle on Earth. Their next battle must be fought in the darkness. The scum will not rest until the last human is dead. Marco and his friends must defeat them. They must win. Or Earth will fall. BOOK 3: EARTH RISING It's all-out war. Our cities fall. Millions die. The scum, these cruel aliens from deep space, are determined to kill us all. So we must kill them. Humanity musters its greatest fleet. Thousands of starships rally. Millions of soldiers deploy. For Earth to stand a chance, we must invade the aliens' homeworld. We must destroy their planet. Before they destroy ours. Earth's fleet flies through space. We fly toward millions of enemy ships. We fly to almost certain death. This will be the hour humanity falls . . . or the hour of our greatest victory.

    My body remembers the way she felt underneath me, and wants her again.My heart remembers the way she crushed it and wants as far away as possible. But she’s everywhere, haunting me, torturing me, driving me past all logical reason. I need to forget her, move on and get her out of my system, but to do that, I need to have her ...One.Last.Time.It started as a kiss. We never meant to fall in love. But I was 17 and carefree, And he was 19, beautiful and forbidden. Our families never would have accepted it… And I broke his heart to save his future. Now the boy I loved 7 years ago is the man I can’t have. He’s grown into everything my body craves, my heart demands.and my sense of decency rejects.

    All 5 parts are now collected into this one bundle - READ THE COMPLETE SERIES WITH NO CLIFFHANGERS TODAY! Twenty-six-year-old Angie Meadows knows her stuff. An experienced nurse who provides live-in care for homebound clients, she’s thrown off her game when she’s assigned to a young, hot, sexy Special Forces soldier on medical leave. While Angie is confident she can do her job and help Jackson ‘Jax’ Andrews recuperate from his combat injuries, she’s not quite as confident she can ignore his great physique, his sexual charisma, or his flagrant habit of walking around naked. Even when it’s discovered that Jax and his squadron may be the target of a terrorist sleeper cell, Angie takes her oath as a nurse seriously. She opts to stick around and care for this beautiful soldier, even if doing so puts her life in danger. Now the complete series is only one click away... Get it Today! This book is intended for a mature audience, 18+ only.

    Another breaks her heart. Both want Cadence in this erotic story about shattering the rules and blurring the lines. Hooking has four important rules. Cash only. Use protection. Carry mace.Don't fall in love. Twenty-year-old Cadence is a prostitute and she lives by the rules. They keep her alive, and they keep her heart protected. But when she agrees to take one last job to get out from under her pimp, she discovers some of the rules might be worth breaking.Installments 1-4: Blurred Lines Distorted Lines Crossed Lines Dirty Lines

     SECRET WORDS When Jasmine Allen meets Kane Summers in the unlikeliest of places, she’s bowled over by her strong attraction for him. But Jasmine has a secret career she isn't comfortable sharing with the hunky guy who’s sweeping her off her feet. Having been betrayed by an ex, she didn’t want to be in a position where she could be humiliated again because of her work. Kane Summers has a protective side that immediately takes over when he bumps into an injured Jasmine Allen. With their instant chemistry hitting him in the chest, he finds himself wanting to protect her in more ways than one. But Kane's life is complicated, and he isn't totally free to act on his feelings. They’re fighting a losing battle to stay away from each other. But the work that Jasmine loves stands in the way of Kane’s success. And with certain people wanting nothing more than to keep them apart, how can they find their way past secrets to nurture a love that, if given the chance, could last a lifetime? SECRET DESIGNS Ari Mitchell is thrilled when a friend asks her to design her wedding dress—Ari’s first ever order. But there’s a drawback. Ari now has no way of avoiding Dylan Summers, her friend’s future brother-in-law—and the guy she can’t stop thinking about after their unexpected one-night stand. With circumstances throwing her in Dylan’s path, how can she forget the man who makes it clear he doesn’t do relationships? Dylan Summers is determined never to be betrayed and lied to by another woman again. That’s why he’s given up on relationships. With one-night stands working perfectly well for him, there’s no reason to change his ways. He’s tempted to have a few more hot nights with Ari Mitchell, though. But he’s fighting hard, because he’s not sure why Ari wants him. Their mutual attraction is simply too strong to ignore. But how can Ari find a future with a man who avoids commitment? And how can Dylan open up to the woman who can heal his heart, when he fears her motives for being with him? SECRET MOVES When Kristen McCann choreographs her friend’s bridal party wedding dance, she fulfils a desire to showcase her talents for a job she’d love to do fulltime. But the wedding brings up another longing not as easily quenched. She’s keen to have a short fling after a disastrous relationship, and Trey Andrews, the groom’s hunky friend, catches her eye. Should she listen to her buddies who encourage her to set her sights elsewhere? When Trey Andrews learns that the beautiful bridesmaid at his friend's wedding considered him, then scratched him out, as a possible one-night stand, he just has to change her mind. As a dyed-in-the-wool bachelor, someone as attractive and fun-intentioned as Kris McCann is perfect for him. And even though he loathes dancing, he agrees to be Kris’s student to get what he wants. Kris has a bad habit of falling for playboys, and Trey's past is enough to put him off relationships forever. How can they give themselves a chance when painful experiences hold them back from listening to their hearts? SECRET TASTES Samantha Lane wants to leave her father's accounting firm and move to another state to establish a catering business. But she doesn't want to break her parents' hearts. When her cousin suggests to tell them that a man is behind her decision, she finds the perfect excuse for her hopelessly romantic folks. Adam Craig doesn't mind playing the role of Sam's fake boyfriend. She's a friend in need and he's a helpful guy.

    Incident The Reckoning; A Grandmaster's Legacy Short Story The First time Ever I Saw Your Face Aces Wild

    Inexplicably, the explorer vanishes, and the object along with him. Nearby, the gears spin on a secret device, setting in motion a chain reaction that could avert a civilization-ending cataclysm. Known only to a select few, the machine must be protected.But watching from the shadows, a brilliant sociopath has plans of his own. . .____________________________________________AboutInspired by Crichton, Asimov, and Brown, “Cold Trap” has intense action, political intrigue, a deep central mystery, and a backdrop of science and high-tech gadgetry, a combination that is sure to resonate with fans of contemporary science fiction and techno-thrillers.____________________________________________ReviewsMelinda Hills for Readers' Favorite (5 Stars)"I really enjoyed the story! ... a well written tale of scientific discovery and political/economic maneuvering for world dominance ... Tremendous creativity and an in-depth look at exo-geology - the study of rocks and deposits on the surface of the moon and other 'space rocks' - create a realistic background for action involving the basic human emotions of love, greed, the desire for knowledge and the hunger for power."

     It began as an affair and ended as a tragic love story. A tale of two souls fighting to be together with only their love to guide them. It wasn’t enough. People got hurt. Seven years later, Charlie Mason has fought hard to rebuild her life and find love again. When the ever-so-perfect Julian Baker proposes marriage, she leaves the darkness of her past behind to plan her future in the light. In a cruel twist of fate, her past and future collide. Charlie is forced to face the man who destroyed her heart: Lex Edwards. Lex isn’t there to play games. He wants her back and will stop at nothing, even when he realizes the Charlie he knew in high school has changed. She’s guarded now, and forgiveness is not on her agenda. A dark past threatens the future of everyone involved, and the only way to overcome it is for Charlie to relive her memories. She must let Lex take her back into the darkness... Four complete books in this angsty box set series.

    Louis, Ladue. When the big front door opens at the French chateau style house, she comes face to face with the elusive and amazingly handsome billionaire Adam Pernoud, head of a family of seven brothers who lost their parents years earlier, and have no one but each other.From the time he lays eyes on Mae, Adam's head is turned. He, in typical male fashion doesn't quite know what to do about it. His brothers notice, and tease him mercilessly all while pursuing their passions: engineering and hockey. They love hockey so much, that in their very own frat boys' paradise, they built themselves a hockey rink on the back part of the estate. Mae walks into this world unawares, and works to organize their lives.The very first weekend of her employment with the Pernouds, Mae finds herself snowed in at the estate where she and Adam get to know each other. He explains his philosophy regarding being rich - with all that money comes a lot of responsibility - and she decides that his wealth is just too much for her, a hang-up from growing up under a domineering mother's thumb. Spooked, she withdraws, and Adam is left to figure out why. After a week, they have it out in the most important room in any American household - the kitchen.Then, as happens in the American midwest, a bolt of lightning splits a tree and almost kills Mae, driving her into Adam's arms and bed.

    The Billionaire's BabySophie has been in love with her best friend Ella's brother, Billionaire Maxwell Van Harkel, for years. However Maxwell has turned into a Dr. Jekkyl and Mr. Hyde character. Some days he is great and other days he treats her like she doesn't exist. When Sophie lies to get her own way, she triggers a domino effect and she doesn't know if her life will ever be the same.2. New Beginnings (Sequel to The Billionaire's Baby)Sophie and Max have been in love with each other for years. But Max thought she was off limits because she was his sisters best friend and much younger than him. When they both realize that they want to be together and are in love, they finally get together to start their new life, happy and excited for their new baby to join them.Ella Van Harkel is Max's sister and Sophie's best friend and she has relationship issues of her own. When she decides to join an online dating service, she has no idea that she is being manipulated by people from Max's past.The path of true love never goes smoothly and when Max's ex Alexis comes back to town with explosive news, Sophie isn't sure how to think or feel. She tells Max she wants to learn more about his dark past and as they go down the path of his troubled history, they begin to unleash secrets so dark that neither of them will ever be the same again.3. A Baby For The MillionaireJenny is a recent college grad who one night drunkenly applies for a job she is not qualified for with a fabricated resume. When she gets the job, she decides to see if she can play it off and due to a mistaken identity finds herself in the CEO's office.Hamilton Verona is rich and handsome and is not looking for any trouble but when Jenny walks into his office, he finds himself propositioning her for a position that could change her life.A position that could would find her doing things she had never ever dreamed of.4. The Billionaire's Unlikely BrideElle is single and living in the City with her best friend Brittany. Brittany has a plan to have them both married off to billionaires and Elle can't help but go along.Peter Branford is the young billionaire that Brittany wants Elle to fall in love with but there are a couple of people who don't want to see that happen: Olivia, Peter's icy mother and Elliott Rosewood, Brittany's dad and a figure from Elle's past.5. How To Catch A BillionaireSarah Smith is a recent college grad with dreams to be a big time actress. The only problem is, she can't find an acting job anywhere. So she decides to accept a job at Zoom Corp and uses her acting position to get an executive position.Sarah thinks she has hit the big time until she meets CEO Harry Green, the only problem is she doesn't realize he is the CEO and makes a fool of herself. It's not long before she's out of a job and into Harry's bed. Before long Sarah finds herself falling in love but Harry lets her know in no uncertain terms that he doesn't play for keeps. So Sarah decides to see if she can figure out how to catch a billionaire with the help of her best friend Jane.6. The Millionaire's Assistant7. The Millionaire's Lover8. The Millionaire's GamesLouise goes to spend the weekend in 'The Hamptons' with the Beekman brothers: Ben, David and Richard. She ends up spending the night with one of them and finds herself falling for the wrong brother.

    This compilation contains all three books in Jayne Blue’s bestselling, sexy, MMA Fighter New Adult romance series. It's love at first fight for this MMA Bad Boy who knows what he wants even more than a title. Broke, hungry, and desperate, Cassidy Parker just needs a job. She finds one at the local gym that seems like the answer to her problems. But when she locks eyes with fighter Craddock Flynn, his brutal strength awakens something deep in her that can’t be denied. One touch from Craddock can make her forget school, work, and everything else that matters. Craddock Flynn is used to ripping through his opponents to clear his path to becoming one of the nation’s elite professional MMA fighters. But when he meets Cassidy, all bets are off. Their attraction is volatile and instant and Craddock struggles to keep his jealousy under control. Especially when his enemy in the ring becomes his rival for Cassidy too. This first love is passionate, hot, and raw, but it might be too much for either of them to hold. The Hold Trilogy box set is a steamy new adult romance with a possessive alpha male and a young heroine trying to make her way on her own. This romantic suspense MMA new adult romance anthology contains ALL THREE BOOKS of the Hold Trilogy 1, 2, & 3. The saga of the bad boy fighter and the love of his life contains love, muscles, and undeniable attraction. Book 2 - A love triangle in the octagon. Book 3 - In the final installment it's no holds barred. Romance Categories Romantic Suspense MMA Romance New Adult Possessive Alpha Male Second Chances MMA fighter UFC Romance Romance Anthology Second Chances Love Triangle