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Quantum
Erin Kellison - 2016
When he bumps into Sophia West, he has no idea the human woman will throw a wrench into the hyperdrive of his master plan, and spin him, his storm cruiser, and his heart out of control.Sophia doesn't believe in aliens until a Sedona-based dating agency mixer puts her in direct contact with out-of-this-world clientele. She's undercover trying to locate her brother--abducted and tortured by the big-brained bully, Nimbus. She strikes a hard bargain with Tey Raider to help her find and free her brother. Never mind that the haunted ex-soldier makes her want to reach out and make an alien connection.The mission leads to a close encounter, and when the red dust settles, neither will be the same.Intergalactic Dating AgencyRed Rock Alien Mail Order Brides#1 ~ Quantum#2 ~ Axion#3 ~ Paradox
Hold
Claire Kent - 2007
Give yourself to him in return for protection. It’s the only way you’ll ever survive. Convicted of a minor crime, Riana is sentenced to a prison planet—a dark primitive hold filled with convicts vying for power. Her only chance of survival is with Cain, a mysterious loner who has won his territory in the prison through intelligence and brute strength. Sex is all she has to offer, so she uses it. She’s under no delusions here. No one is ever released, and no one ever escapes. Survival is all she can hope for—until Cain. An earlier version of this book was published under the same title and a different penname by Ellora’s Cave. It has since been substantially revised and expanded.
Alien Space Pirates
Mara Frost - 2018
I'm lost. And my abductor is a big alien who has no sense of humor and glows when he's horny. Who knew that alien abduction could be so terrifying? Or blue and sexy? Now, I just need to find a way to get back home before I become someone's dinner or worse - fall for the jerk who stole me.**Note: Alien Space Pirates is a serial that was previously published!! This is the complete serial!! All three books are included in this one volume! Enjoy!! :)**
King of Swords
Bianca D'Arc - 2007
His first step is to visit an old friend, the owner of a bar called The Rabbit Hole on a distant space station. While there, he meets an intriguing woman who holds the keys to his future.Adele has a special ability, handed down through her family. Adele can sometimes see the future. She doesn't know exactly why she's been drawn to the space station where her aunt deals cards in a bar that caters to station workers and ex-military. She only knows that she needs to be there. When she meets David, sparks of desire fly between them and she begins to suspect that he is part of the reason she traveled halfway across the galaxy.Pirates gas the inhabitants of the station while Adele and David are safe inside a transport tube and it's up to them to repel the invaders. Passion flares while they wait for the right moment to overcome the alien threat and retake the station. But what good can one retired soldier and a civilian do against a ship full of alien pirates?Note: This novella was previously available in an anthology titled Fortune's Fool, which is now out of print. It has been revised and re-edited for this edition.Warning: This book contains adult situations and language, romance, adventure, and intimacy described in frank terms. There may also be some buckling of swashes, piracy and heroism in the vastness of space.
The Return of Lady Jane
Jess Michaels - 2019
But a shocking betrayal crushes his heart. He sends her away, determined to forget her.Viscountess Jane Wharton has no idea what hardened her husband's heart to her, but she is trying to make the best of her banishment. When she returns to London, she hopes to simply avoid Colin. But that is not to be. As the couple reunites in a clash of harsh words and heated passions, both begin to wonder if they could overcome the past.Only a secret lurks that is darker than anything either could have imagined. And they will have to fight to survive, as well as fight for the love they both deserve.
Dark Planet Warriors: Invasion
Anna Carven - 2016
Kordolians, by the looks of things. What the hell do they want with this floating rust bucket? What are they even doing here?In the grand scheme of things, Earth is a total backwater, and the Solar System is the galactic equivalent of Hicksville. That’s why aliens rarely bother to come to this corner of the universe. And Kordolians are usually too busy conquering the important parts of the nine galaxies to bother with us.But it looks as if their battle cruiser is broken. Probably shot up in a firefight. They’re going to use every means necessary to fix it, even if it means putting Fortuna Tau on lockdown. I just hope they don’t decide to enslave us and ship us off to some remote alien planet.Come to think of it, I’ve never seen a Kordolian up close before. They’re huge, with strange, silver skin and pointed ears. They have freaky nano-armor. And they’re packing a serious arsenal. Our human technology has no chance against their weapons.When I encounter their General, I find him insufferable. Arrogant. Domineering. He won’t tell me anything.I guess that’s what happens when your race is kicking ass across the nine galaxies. You get pigheaded.So why do I keep running into him? Why is he looking at me funny? And what’s with this weird feeling I get when he’s around? I really hope these guys fix their ship and go away soon, because I get the feeling they could be major trouble. Tarak Sucked into a wormhole during a fierce skirmish with an enemy ship. Spat out near a human mining station in a remote corner of the nine galaxies. Stuck with weak humans who operate with inferior metals and technology. This mission couldn’t get any worse. We need to fix our craft before the wormhole collapses. We need to hunt the cursed Xargek monsters that have infiltrated this human rust-bucket. And these infernal headaches of mine are getting worse. I don’t really care about these humans. Their existence makes no sense to me. All I care about is killing Xargek and getting back to my home planet, Kythia. This situation is tiresome. The light of the star humans call the Sun burns my eyes. I crave Kythia’s darkness. So why has this crazy human female captured my attention? She’s messy, awkward and she babbles nonsense half the time. These humans are crazy. I don’t understand them at all. Especially this female. Why do I keep coming back to her? I need to leave this place before I go insane. Dark Planet Warriors is a 3-book serial. Each book is an episode of Abbey and Tarak's story, just like a TV series. A new installment will be released every two weeks. Books in series: Book one: InvasionBook two: Taken Book three: Escape Due to violence, swearing and steamy sex scenes, these books are recommended for readers aged 18 years and over.
Claimings, Tails, and Other Alien Artifacts
Lyn Gala - 2013
After escaping the horrors of war, he wants a boring life. He won’t risk letting anyone come too close because he won’t risk letting anyone see his deeply submissive nature. For him, submission comes with pain. Life burned that lesson into his soul from a young age.This fear keeps him from noticing that the Rownt trader Ondry cares for him. Ondry may not understand humans, but he recognizes a wounded soul, and his need to protect Liam is quickly outpacing his common sense. They may have laws, culture, and incompatible genitalia in their way, but Ondry knows that he can find a way to overcome all that if he can just overcome the ghosts of Liam’s past. Only then can he take possession of a man he has grown to respect.
A Dragonlings' Haunted Halloween
S.E. Smith - 2014
Soon, her dream of building the ultimate playground for the Dragonlings is a reality.When Abby laughingly mentions the new ‘playground’ looked like the perfect place to have a Halloween party, Cara goes into high gear to create the perfect Haunted House adventure for the babies. The fun kicks into high gear when the men discover what Cara has been up to and decide to ‘test’ the playground first!Cara has no idea that her new project would create a sense of panic, wonder, or hilarious consequences in the palace when she unveils it. Discover what happens when another Earth holiday is unveiled, with the help from a couple of mischievous Goddesses, the symbiots, and Dragonlings in A Dragonlings’ Haunted Halloween.
Amidst a Crowd of Stars
Megan Hart - 2005
Not to have children. Her husband gave her three before he died—along with a failing homestead and crushing debt. What she needs is a strong back to help her wrest a living from the harsh, desert planet of Lujawed.She’s sent away for a field-husband to take over the hard labor, nothing more. She never expected the devastatingly handsome, forever-young Seveeran, Keane Delacore, would fit so easily into her family’s life.Keane’s heart is as strong as his back, bringing Marrin more than just help in the fields. He offers her love she never thought she’d feel again…if she has the courage to reach out and take it.This book has been previously published.Product WarningsContains three-alarm love scenes and a three-hankie love story. Read it and weep—in a good way!
Ral's Woman
Laurann Dohner - 2009
When the Anzon declare humans useless, she learns her fate — prize for the winner of a brutal fight between large, muscled alien men.Ral is a Zorn warrior. He has also been kidnapped by the Anzon, along with his crew. Forced into slavery, he's got one thing on his mind — freeing his people. That is, until he sees the small human woman he's willing to fight to win. He doesn't just want her body, he wants her heart forever.In the hands of a hot alien, Ariel is about to discover how pleasurable captivity can be.
Bad Beta
Susan A. Bliler - 2016
Hayes Morrow is the bad Beta of the Voshall pack. When Emma waltzes into his territory seeking help from his pack, he’s the first to shoot her down. His Alpha has other ideas though and sends Hayes to get information from the woman who’s living alone in her cabin on the mountain opposite theirs. Annoyed, Hayes does his Alpha’s bidding, but when he finds Emma she’s just been attacked. Apparently, the little human wasn’t lying about shifters being after her. Forced to guard Emma and keep her safe until his pack can find her attackers, the Voshall bad Beta is in for a world of hurt when his wolf attaches himself to the woman. Keeping Emma safe quickly changes from a duty to a need that Hayes can’t deny.
In Love with an Alien: An Alien Embrace Collection
Ava RossLibby Campbell - 2021
This bonus collection from several of the authors of Alien Embrace includes short stories, prequels, sequels, sneak peeks and scenes from alien romances and other series.If you love hot alpha aliens and steamy romances, this is the book for you!
All I Want for Christmas
Diane Greenwood Muir - 2016
Polly and Henry have moved their family into the Bell House, as unfinished as it might be. Their first big event is a company Christmas party and it causes more than a little stress for Polly, but it's nothing her family can't handle. There are a few surprises and your job is to not reveal any of them after you read it - not in reviews, not in comments. But the joy of family and friends during the holidays is what makes Christmas and New Year's celebrations special and those spent in Bellingwood are no different. Happy Holidays!
Seven Days
Jill Myles - 2012
A solar flare is about to take out everything in the solar system – including them – in one week’s time. She’s stranded on board a tiny science vessel with no one but a very sexy soldier. A very, very sexy soldier who’s interested in passing the time in very naughty ways. After all, what better distraction from impending doom than really great sex? Kaden’s had his eye on his gorgeous science officer ever since they left port. Of course, she’s forbidden to a lowly soldier. But when fate deals them a bad hand, he decides that it’s time to stop paying attention to regulations and start paying attention to the woman at his side, and make her enjoy every minute they have left…This novella (~125 pages) includes two doomed (or so they think) people, lots of frisky business, and an interesting use of a Zero-G room.