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Alien, Mine
Sandra Harris - 2013
Haunted by the loss of far too many innocent lives he has vowed to drive the ruthless invaders from Alliance space.The strength and valor of Eugen Mhartak attracts Sandrea as no man ever has, but she struggles to read the enigmatic general’s heart. Determined to help him triumph over the Bluthen she uncovers a diabolical plot against the Alliance.Drawn by the courage and exotic beauty of Sandrea, Mhartak battles to overcome the barriers of cross-cultural differences that separate them and claim her ardent interest. He must conquer his deepest fears to be the man she needs. When his principles are betrayed by his own government and he is faced with the impossible prospect of taking Sandrea’s life in order to save his home planet, Mhartak desperately searches for a way to keep safe both his world and the magnificent woman who has stolen his heart.
Dakstal
Miranda Martin - 2019
My home, my dream.... Well, it was, but not like this. My fantasies of daring space adventure on a cutting edge Explorer are reduced to the yawnfest of jockeying a mining cargo ship back and forth from the asteroids to Earth. It's not the life of excitement I dreamed of as a little girl. That is until I make first contact. Me. First contact. With Dakstal, the Leviatho Commander. He's jacked. Like really big and he has four arms, scales and fins. A real life merman! I'm going to be the most famous pilot in all of history for discovering these guys. My delusions of grandeur meet a quick end because as it turns out the Leviatho are on the run. The last of their race come seeking sanctuary on Earth from the Kriall, the enemies that are trying to destroy them. When the xenocidal maniacs show up, every person on Earth is in danger and it's going to be up to us to save them, whether Earth wants us to or not.
Claimed by Nicolai (Raiden Warriors Book 1)
Denna Holm - 2019
Her trusty can of bear spray and pocket knife aren't much help against the seven-foot monsters who swoop in out of nowhere to transport her to a ship in space.Nicolai Nekbet is Crown Prince for the House of Nekbet on the planet Raiden. Unable to bear healthy children with females of their own species, Raiden warriors must hunt for a bride outside their own world. Nicolai has his heart set on a human even though their planet is protected by an ancient species called Laizahlian. When he sees the tall blonde-haired beauty out in the mountains with only a dog by her side, he knows he must have her.With Abby safely on his ship, Nicolai injects her with his shaprata, his essence. His shaprata will change her on a cellular level, making them compatible for procreation, but he must still work hard to win her heart. If she rejects their union, it could easily mean his death.
Dreadmarrow Thief
Marjory Kaptanoglu - 2017
During one of her outings, she accidentally reveals herself to the Conjurer Lord Fellstone. The tyrant sends his knights after her, resulting in the murder of her father. Driven to reverse his fate, Tessa and her two companions embark on a perilous quest seeking love, revenge, and a cure for death.Praise for Dreadmarrow Thief:"For those who enjoyed Harry Potter but who seek a feisty, determined female protagonist." -Midwest Book ReviewSilver Medalist, SPR Book Awards: “A stellar entry into the genre of YA fantasy.”Bronze Medalist, Wishing Shelf Book Awards: “A gripping fantasy adventure, highly recommended.”"The quest narrative is exciting and compelling... a work of classic fantasy." -The BookLife Prize“Celebrates life and love the way only the best fantasy tales can." -Kirkus Reviews“
Shielding Grace
Sarah Stone - 2021
When Liam's overbearing parents cross the line from controlling to downright insane, Grace and her son, Josh, escape their scrutinized existence and settle into a small town. But her newfound peace is shattered when increasingly sinister messages land on her doorstep. Even Shawn—her sexy landlord and former Navy SEAL—fears what’s next. He’s everything she’s ever wanted and more, and she dares to hope for a happily ever after. But as the threats get more and more frightening, even Shawn and his military brothers might not be enough to save her.
When Worlds Collide
Rebecca Lorino Pond - 2014
Stripping the Earth of all her natural resources and capturing her residents. Skylar was on her own after the invasion, living in the woods to avoid capture. But her luck ran out when a new group of aliens arrived to save what is left of the human race. With no idea what will happen to her, Skylar and all single Earth females are paired with the Relomilan warriors on board the Hecis IV. She is paired with the Commander of the ship Chacer Sofeer, a man bent on revenge. All she wants is new home and place where she will feel safe again, but will it be with Chacer, the one who is pushing her away? Commander Chacer Sofeer, has been chasing after the Okrans and their leader Kruvra for more than two years. His good deed backfires on him when he is paired with one of the humans he rescued from the dying planet called Earth. He doesn't want another mate after the loss of his first love. As hard as he tries to keep his distance from the tiny human female, there is something that draws him to her. Something that stirs his blood, demanding he make her his mate forever. After a attack on the spaceport the ship stops at to resupply, the pair is left to escape in a life pod only to end up stranded on a unexplored world. Will they ever be able to get off the strange planet? Will the bond that pulls them together succeed in getting them to fall in love with each? The book contains sexually explicit scenes and not intended for those under 18.
Star Nomad
Lindsay Buroker - 2016
It should be a time for celebration, but not for fighter pilot Captain Alisa Marchenko. After barely surviving a crash in the final battle for freedom, she's stranded on a dustball of a planet, billions of miles from her young daughter. She has no money or resources, and there are no transports heading to Perun, her former home and the last imperial stronghold.But she has a plan.Steal a dilapidated and malfunctioning freighter from a junkyard full of lawless savages. Slightly suicidal, but she believes she can do it. Her plan, however, does not account for the elite cyborg soldier squatting in the freighter, intending to use it for his own purposes. As an imperial soldier, he has no love for Alliance pilots. In fact, he's quite fond of killing them.Alisa has more problems than she can count, but she can't let cyborgs, savages, or ancient malfunctioning ships stand in her way. If she does, she’ll never see her daughter again.
Alien Gladiator's Claim
Zara Starr - 2020
Now a human slave.Tanya’s life has always been eventful. After inheriting one of the biggest companies on Earth, she’s had her hands full. But even she didn’t expect to be abducted by aliens! Before she knows what’s hit her, she finds herself at the center of an intergalactic gladiator tournament – as the prize.She knows what she must do, but life is different in this strange world. Her status and wealth mean nothing. Her only saving grace may come in the form of a big, intimidating alien gladiator.Mal is bright blue, deadly in a fight, and irresistibly sexy.Could he be her chance to escape?He wants to possess her. Even if it’s forbidden.As a Karzem, fighting is all Mal has ever known. He’s served many Saithin Masters in the gladiator tournaments, and his new Master counts on him to win.Mal is determined not to disappoint him, but when he sees the grand prize of the tournament, his instincts fail him. The female is unlike anyone he’s ever seen. Her strong spirit intrigues him and now, more than ever, he wants to win.There’s just one major problem. If he wins, she will belong to his Master.He can’t let that happen. Tanya is his.He will do anything to possess the feisty little human.Alien Gladiator’s Claim is the first book in the Star Gladiators sci-fi romance series, a scorching hot space adventure featuring a daring human woman and a strong, sexy alien who will do anything to make her his.
Inter-Galactic Bounty Hunter
K.D. Jones - 2014
The amazon purchasing history feature that lets you know if you have already purchased this book, may not work. Thank you.** Warning: For Mature Adult Audiences. Contains language and actions some may deem offensive. Sexually explicit content. MF In book one of the Inter-Galactic Bounty Hunters: Jagger Desantos, bounty hunter, takes on what he believes to be an easy case. A beautiful woman who has skipped bail. It should be a piece of cake. Get in, get the fugitive, bring them back, and get paid. Simple right? Except this case turns out to be anything but simple when the girl turns him inside out and upside down. Daniela Martin works at a five star restaurant as a sous chef. It is the pinnacle of her career so far. Her real dream is to open her own restaurant and with every day that passes the dream is closer to becoming a reality. Life quickly changes for her when she is accused of a crime she didn’t commit, causing her to run for her life. As danger surrounds them and their lives are threatened, they will have to find a way to trust one another. But can Jagger overcome the rules he has lived by in his bounty-hunting career and carry out his job, which requires him to turn Daniela over to the authorities? Will Daniela be able to trust Jagger with not only her life, but with her heart?
Her Alien Prince
Presley Hall - 2020
This wasn’t a peaceful mission at all. The women on board were meant to be sold in exchange for alien tech.2. There’s no way we’re getting off this planet.3. Our odds of survival are laughably low.When I’m accidentally separated from the other women, I’m pretty sure my chances of survival drop to zero. That is, until I fall—literally—into the lap of a gorgeous alien warrior with metallic blue skin and cat-like eyes.I don’t know who this man is, and I can’t even ask him since we don’t speak the same language. I don’t know why my body craves his touch, or why something deep inside me draws me toward him.But I do know this: he’s the best shot I have at finding a way back home.The only problem is, the more time I spend with him, the less certain I am that I want to leave.Her Alien Prince is a full-length standalone sci-fi romance featuring blue-skinned alien warriors, a heroine who learns what love truly is, and a rebel prince who would move the stars for his fated mate.If you like sexy aliens, steamy romance, and thrilling adventure, you’ll love this series. No cheating, no cliffhanger, and a happily ever after guaranteed!Note: each book in the series can be read as a standalone, but for maximum enjoyment, it’s recommended that the series be read in order.
aHunter4Rescue
Cynthia A. Clement - 2013
He walked with a quick sure step. There was no hesitation or sign of injury in his pace. Strength, power, and command were evident in every stride he took as he moved closer to the truck. This was a man to be obeyed. Fiona shivered.’Fiona is in hiding from an abusive stalker. Her life changes forever when she witnesses the crash landing of a group of alien prisoners, known as Hunters. She helps the injured and goes on the run with the Hunters as they elude the government agencies that are pursuing them. She grows to trust Ardal, as time and again, he proves that he will do anything to keep her safe.Ardal is the leader of a unit of Hunters. The elite alien warriors have been deemed dangerous and ordered executed. His decision to escape sends their ship plummeting to earth. When Fiona risks her life to help his men, Ardal swears to protect her. The last thing he expects is to be attracted to Fiona, especially when it is forbidden for a Hunter to mate.
His By Right
Linda Mooney - 2014
She was wrong. Instead, Meredith Powell was kidnapped, taken aboard an alien spacecraft, and forced to prostitute herself to paying humanoid customers. But she had hope. She would only have to serve for two years, and then she would be returned to Earth. It was a life she had to learn and adjust to, until one paying customer took a special interest in her. A customer who had other plans for her, and none of them involved returning her to her home planet.
The Alien's Obsession: Battle for a Bride
Terra Tessanova - 2017
Astrid Marvelle was always pretty. She just never thought she’d be the obsession of an Alien. Dr. Marvelle is an exobiologist, but her striking beauty seems to be what people remember her for. That’s not her problem, though. Right now, her problem is a deadly virus wiping out entire colonies on planet Titan, and she’s the only one who can save them. When Loren-ko, the powerful Thrakian ambassador, decides he wants to meet a real-live human, Astrid is dragged kicking and screaming away from her life. She finds herself quarantined with Loren-ko when he accidentally exposes them to the virus. She’s quickly overwhelmed by his irresistible physique and powerful confidence. Their time together in isolation awakens her lust for Loren-ko she’d spent years trying to ignore. But can their love survive…and will they be able to bring the vaccine to Titan?
Shielder
Catherine Spangler - 1999
In the hopes of finding a cure, the Shielders need a human host to get the deadly virus past Controller checkpoints and to a medical lab on the planet Santerra. With her people facing extinction, outcast Nessa dan Ranul volunteers to be the host and is injected with the virus. She has only four weeks to make it to Santerra before it kills her. When her ship breaks down in deep space, she’s rescued by her most dangerous enemy—a shadower, a bounty hunter who tracks down Shielders. She can’t tell him the truth about her dilemma, or he will turn her in to the Controllers. Shadower Chase McKnight has an agenda more pressing than claiming bounty rewards—vengeance. He doesn’t have time for a homeless waif who ignites emotions he buried long ago. He refuses to allow anything to deter him from his mission, which results in traveling away from Santerra—while the time bomb inside Nessa is ticking down. But she doesn’t dare trust this man who is an enemy of Shielders. Their secrets and agendas don’t prevent the growing attraction between them, even as they fight their individual demons—even as time runs out for Nessa. Only love can bring them full circle, offering Chase redemption, and the chance to save Nessa—and ultimately, her people.
Must Remember
Colleen S. Myers - 2015
For years, she endures their tortures, experiments and games. Then one day, she manages to escape their ship with her life, and no memory of her time with them.Stranded on their world, Beta wanders the mountains, looking for a way home. She stumbles onto the Fost—the E’mani’s ancient enemy. Their war with the Imani is old and rooted in magic that the Fost once had and the Imani crave. Magic Beta soon discovers she’s developing along with strange tattoos and disturbing glimpses of her past. The Fost take her in and train her in their ways. As she spends more time with them, she falls in love with their culture and with Marin—he of the hot hands and slit eyes.But the E’mani took her for a reason and they want her back—dead or alive. If Beta doesn’t remember that reason soon, they’re all going to die.