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A Countess Against All Odds


Hazel Linwood - 2022
    But technically, Marjorie Leeson isn’t a beggar any longer, and Alexander Haddington does not wish to be anywhere near her. However, his father’s will was adamantly clear: in order to inherit his family estate, he needs to find an advantageous match for Marjorie, or see it become hers.Taken in as a child from the streets of London by the deceased Earl of Trowbridge as his ward, Marjorie has made it her life mission to help other orphans in need. To do so, she must trust her fate in the less than generous hands of Alexander, who not only seems to despise her deeply, but also doesn’t have a charitable bone in his body.But as the two reluctantly set out to fulfill the previous Earl’s wishes, Alexander’s frozen heart starts to come alive. Until Marjorie receives a marriage proposal. And he knows if he doesn’t act quickly, he might lose the one thing that really mattered all along…*If you like powerful Dukes, loving Duchesses and a marvelous depiction of the majestic Regency and Victorian era, then A Countess Against All Odds is the novel for you.This is Hazel Linwood's 22nd novel, a historical Regency romance novel of 60,000 words (around 300 pages). No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after.Pick up "A Countess Against All Odds" today to discover Hazel's captivating story!

Epiphany: The Metamorphosis Series Book One


Bailey West - 2022
    The church was in a beautiful city and was the city where she lived–the one who got away.Leona Aldaine was one of the top brokers in Sable Falls. After running into a childhood friend, she experienced a whirlwind love affair. He was everything she’d dreamt about in a man until he wasn’t.They are both in the same city.Will they deny the connection or work to find their way back to each other?

Before the Ball Drops: A Foxview Heights Erotic Holiday Novella


Kema B. - 2022
    

Love Doesn't Hurt


Kay Shanee - 2018
    Although their time together is beautiful, it doesn’t last long. Shayla and Darius part ways, returning to their lives of normality. For Shayla, that separation leads to meeting and falling for Kurt – a man whose hands hurt more than they heal and show love. Even though she knows their union must end, Shayla can’t quite pull herself to leave… until Darius returns. The bond between Shayla and Darius was almost instant and too good to be true, which is why it was so easy for the both of them to walk away. This second time around, Darius’ fairytale love is exactly what Shayla needs to get out of her hellish reality. There’s just one problem: Kurt isn’t willing to let her go easily. Will Shayla stay, or will she find the courage to leave and believe because of Darius that love doesn’t hurt?

Take Me As I Am


Bianca - 2018
    
 With their marriage facing rocky waters, Avian Linzy decides that what her and her husband, Marcellus, need is a trip to Mexico to set their union right again. However, on the day that they are set to leave, Marcellus announces to Avian that he wants a divorce. Broken hearted, Avian isn’t sure that she should go through with the vacation, but with the urging of her best friend, Lakeisha, she boards the plane to Mexico, alone. Lakeisha believes this trip can help Avian heal, but Avian remains skeptic until she unexpectedly meets the handsome Casyrius Knowlton. 
 Casyrius Knowlton is a man of means and has no problem getting what he wants, including his current position as a sports agent. In Mexico, Casyrius is planning to marry his high school sweetheart, Kiami Green. Casyrius’s love for Kiami runs deep, but that doesn’t stop him from having doubts when it comes to their upcoming nuptials. The ties to their relationship are hanging on by a slim thread, but completely snap when a would-be tragic event lands Avian in Casyrius’s arms. Literally. 
 Over the course of a week, Casyrius grows closer to Avian, but after his reason for being in Mexico is revealed, Avian disappears without a trace, and he’s determined to find the woman he’s unknowingly given a piece of his heart to. It won’t be easy, but Casyrius learns that anything worth having, rarely is. 
After getting her heart broken twice within a week, will Avian be able to find love again, or will she hold on to what could have been between her and Casyrius? If Casyrius finds her, will he be able to handle the secrets that she was hiding from him for so long?

Wrong Side of Wright


Sade Rena
    Six years he lied about being married. Six years of my life stolen—wasted from my own stupidity. But I healed—or at least I thought I had. I got one year... Three hundred and sixty something odd days before he showed up at my door... shot in the shoulder... begging me for help… showing me that everything I thought I knew was the farthest from reality I’d ever get. But then I was given a choice… Trust him and survive, or fend for myself. Has loving him proved to have been the biggest mistake of my life?**If cheating or the mention of it bothers you, you may not want to read this book.

Hitta's Tea Maker pt. 2


Edwina Fort - 2019
    I nearly lost my bravery right then because I knew what he could do with those lips, but I was determined to play the game, so I took my time coming down to straddle his lap, moving my hips back and forward till I found the most comfortable position.The whole time he watched me through narrowed eyes, again reminding me of the lion that lazily watched his prey, giving them a false sense of comfort before they pounced. When I positioned my warmth just right over his hardness, I smiled."Now, let's see what we can do about that headache." I held up the little vial of oil, but he lifted his hand and nonchalantly swatted it out of mine, sending it skidding quietly across the carpeted floor. "Do I look like the kind of mutha f**ka you can play games with?" From the Inside FlapWelcome warriors. You are nowentering the world of the demon slayers. Each of my books follows adifferent couple on their journey of discovery. Although each bookseries can be considered a standalone, they all tie in together tocreate an epic saga in the same universe. To get the entireexperience, I encourage you to check out my complete catalog listing.This title and other books in the series are all available on Amazonand/or Kindle Unlimited.The Redemption seriesGabe and Yasmine's -RedemptionMelek Black and Earth -RedemptionEarth's CryThe Law Boys SeriesJourney &Joseph Law -Coming for What's Mine Pt.1 & 2Rome & Nahkti-Falling for Rome Pt.1 & 2Tucker & Free -Mean Tucker Pt.1&2Levi Law & Scarlett -Save Me Pt. 1& 2Judah Law & Lace - The UntouchableOne Pt. 1 & 2The Warrior Seriesauthoredwinafort.com

The Book of Nyles


Alexandria House - 2021
    This is a short collection of poetry from the pen and mind of Nyles Adams, most of which originally appeared in other Alexandria House works.Read, absorb and snap your fingers if you are so inclined.

A Reluctant Bride for the Baron


Abby Ayles - 2020
    What happens when you marry a person you cannot live with…?Emmeline Walford’s world comes crashing down around her when she finds out her father, Baron Ashton, is deep in debt. But the final blow comes when she learns she has to marry a man she deems beneath her, in order to help her father back to his feet.Gerard Turner might bear the title of Baron Caulton, but in his heart, he is a modest man, very different from other gentlemen of the ton. He always wanted to make a love match, but circumstances change and he will find himself marrying a spoiled young lady, just like the ones that he had always been avoiding.But it is not easy to learn to coexist with someone of such different background and Gerard and Emmeline will try to make the best out of the hand life dealt them.Will they have the courage to let go of the prejudice instilled in them since birth and take a leap of faith, or will they let their pride ruin the bright future they could have together…?

Captivated by a Rakish Duke


Lucy Langton - 2021
    Ever since her father left them with a precarious debt, her mother has been pushing her to secure a good marriage. Yet, when her close cousin invites her to the Duke of Tutlidge's marriage market ball, the first look between Mary and the Duke is enough to stimulate the spark of desire. Even though the sinful rumours of the rakish Duke overwhelm her, when she finds herself accidentally isolated with this dangerous, seductive man, a scandal is about to begin... Will Mary accept a forced marriage with a man she cannot trust, in order to save her reputation?Henry Poldern, the wild Duke of Tutlidge, is a vigorous man, who once had his naive young heart shattered to a million pieces by a cruel woman that deceived him. Ever since, he has become a stone-hearted rake determined to repel any eligible Lady of high society. However, even though he promised himself never to get married, an unfortunate event between him and Miss Brooke will force him to do the one thing he kept avoiding all these years. Yet, surprisingly, he will soon find himself longing for her touch, as her vulnerability below her cold facade makes him want her even more... Will Mary be the one to conquer his heart and make him leave his sinful past behind?An incidental encounter of fate intertwined Mary and Henry's lives leading them to unexpected consequences. Suddenly, both are forced into an engagement neither of them wanted and the last thing they expected was to end up in a flaming affair. Being under the same roof makes it impossible for them to tame their feelings... Yet soon, resisting their passion will not be their only struggle, as the sudden arrival of a notorious lady from Henry's past will turn their lives upside down. Will this cunning woman manage to tear their growing love apart, forever? In the end, will Mary and Henry conquer the demons of the past and surrender to their tempting lust?

Too Hood For You (Book 1 & 2)


K.C. Mills - 2019
    It was required in order to survive in his world. Raised to be man that handled business at all times, Heavy is the type to always take care of his responsibilities, no matter how unplanned they are. The only question is can he split himself and his time equally so that no one thing or person gets neglected? Will he be able to juggle the new responsibilities that life is throwing his way without shorting those that matter the most in his world?One night of pleasure can result in complicating life in ways Shai Abrams never imagined. When a one night stand turns into a lifetime responsibility, Shai has to make some decisions and fast. Forever connected to a man she knows very little about, she will have to learn to adapt to his world while still maintaining her independence. A task that seems utterly impossible. When unexpected drama comes from every angle, it will have her rethinking everything. Will she be able to handle her choices or will she choose to cut times and figure it out on her own?Decisions made in the heat of the moment have connected Shai and Heavy for life. It will be up to them to decide how smooth that connection will be. Many other factors come into play but in the end Heavy may just have to accept that where Shai is concerned his only reality is quite simply summed up in one sentence, “I’m Too Hood for You.”

Pecan Pie for Breakfast: An Azalea Lake Sweet Romance Book 1


Susan Schild - 2021
    

Caught In The Game: A Sports Romance (Diamond Lake Rattlers Book 1)


Cassie Verano - 2021
    

A Race for the Duke's Heart


Aria Norton - 2021
    She has never wished to become a lady, but rather enjoys being different... In fact, what keeps her happy is being outdoors and caring for her father, as well as spending most of her time with Patience, her horse. Little did she know her serenity would be disturbed for good when a runaway horse would appear at the bottom of the cliffside along the ocean. Her heart skips a beat though, when she sees its charming owner, Duke Owen Ellis of Blackmoor Manor. In her experience, all dukes are callous and deplorable examples of human beings, but upon first impressions of him, Laura is left feeling rather enchanted and therefore confused. Will Laura overcome her fascination caused by his enigmatic but warm presence, or will she allow her overwhelming feelings to blossom?Lord Owen is the only heir of the Ellis name and Blackmore Manor following his father's death. As for his mother, it was expected that her wish for him to marry Lady Marjorie Fielding, a spoiled London heiress, would be fulfilled. Life has other plans for Owen's heart though, as when Laura is brought on as an equestrian trainer and tamer, he encounters warmth and affection for the first time. However, how could he betray his family's expectation of marrying Lady Marjorie, who despite appearing pretty on the outside, is rather cruel on the inside? A dilemma awaits him, as the journey of becoming the man his father always wanted, would inevitably involve hurting the first woman he ever loved... In the end, which path will he choose?Forced to choose between love and duty, the future is foreshadowed uninviting, unless Laura and Owen can find a way to overpower whoever tries to keep them apart. Will their love and devotion prove that their romance is unassailable? Most importantly, how could they both find the courage to ignore tradition, and not dismiss their hearts' one true calling?

If All Men Cheat, Women Should Too!


Lashonda Devaughn - 2012
    Now imagine being in a relationship with a man who is unapologetically mentally and verbally abusive, disrespectful, AND cheats on you! That’s just a brief description of Janae’s relationship with Tae. Tae was absolutely cocky, he no longer cared about hiding his cheating; he figured, if Janae hadn’t left him the first time she found out he was cheating, then she probably wouldn’t leave him the next... Most people would dismiss a girl like Janae as stupid and naïve; someone who needed to wake up and realize that there were other men in this world and move on. But when a man has a mental hold on you, for some women, it’s not that easy. Tae robbed Janae of her self-esteem. His constant put-downs and unfiltered disrespect became the norm for her. He frowned at her tears and did as he pleased. His actions forced Janae to compare herself to the women he cheated with and wonder why she wasn’t good enough. Eventually, trying to please Tae became her only purpose. Being a faithful girlfriend was something Janae took pride in. Somehow, she allowed Tae to define her; she felt like she wasn’t whole without him. Finally, a series of events helped Janae discover her worth... Still withering in the wings of her broken relationship, will Janae stay with Tae and believe that he can and will change? Or will she rebel and act upon the old adage, ‘if you can’t beat em’, join em’?