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Business or Pleasure?
Raquel Belle - 2019
I’m about to get really pissed off. Maybe I should just go (in hindsight…even based on what happened next, I’d probably do it all the same!) As is, I hate blind dates! I usually create this “picture perfect” guy in my head and then reality generally walks in! Ohhh god, and reality can be REALLLLLY cruel at times (MOST of the time!!!).Anyway…I’ve just moved back to Seattle to work with my dad at his law firm. We haven’t always had the best relationship…I’m really hoping that this is him reaching out to me. Honestly, blind-dates are the last thing I need right now in my life!I’m about to give up on this night and leave when the most delicious looking specimen of a man comes up to me. I honestly thought I was hallucinating! This guy is ravishing…the type of “stop and stare” guy. Mr. I LITERALLY felt I wanted to get pregnant just by looking at him, says...“Please, tell me I’m the one you’ve been waiting for!” with a naughty smirk on his face.“Are you David Blake?” I ask.“No, but I can be anyone you want me to be.” He smiles, and my head…ohhh god…my head is filled with strong dose of naughty thoughts (a “bit” of an understatement actually!). It’s not my blind-date…and I think to myself (well, I’M TRYING to think!!!) What the hell should I do?I don’t know what the heck happened to me but I stare right into his eyes and say “Tell you what, I’m staying upstairs.” I pause. I could feel his eyes penetrating me. And then I drop the bomb… “Let’s skip the drinks and the preamble, you follow me to my room, and let's have one hell of a one-night stand. You don’t even have to tell me your name.”I couldn’t believe I just said that!He’s shocked. I’m shocked. I don’t normally do this kind of thing. But we do it. Oh, boy…do we do it. We have the most amazing, earth shattering night that I could ever dream of. And THAT was the gift…now comes the SLAP…When the weekend is over and I go in to work on Monday morning. The secretary shows me in to my dad’s office. What the heck is he doing in here? Mr. I LITERALLY felt I wanted to get pregnant just by looking at him turns and smiles.Guess what? My one-night stand is my dad’s billionaire best friend, Jared Hawthorne. He’s my new client. Things are about to get really complicated!Business or Pleasure? is a stand alone romance book with an amazing HEA!
Bodyguard
Stella Andrews - 2019
With the foulest mouth I've ever heard and the hardest man I never want to meet. My Bodyguard.I was sent to babysit a wildcat.Long, dark, wavy, hair with curves that beg to be touched. She's sassy, wicked and answers back. More trouble than a man can stand and would look good bound, gagged and spread out for my pleasure. But she's more than that. She's everything I ever wanted and everything I should avoid. She comes with a target on her back and it's about to be hit.Can I save her and stop myself from falling?What do you think?
Dirty Obsession
Crimson Syn - 2018
Her dirty fantasies ignite feelings I had buried deep inside. I need her to know that I’d do anything for her, Anything to keep her. But now there’s something bigger that wants to get between us. A threat who can destroy both our lives. I need to keep her safe, And in the process, make her mine. CASSANDRA I never thought I’d come to find a man like Drake Archer. It was a mistake reaching out to him. His dark obsession is frighteningly seductive. His words have awakened a desire I’d never felt before. I feel myself giving in to him, And I’m powerless to stop these feelings. If only I could learn to trust him, Then maybe I can fully submit to this dirty obsession.
He Can Take It
Melissa Devenport - 2020
I’ll teach him a lesson.He will pay for what he said about me.My car breaking down is annoying enough.An arrogant mechanic doesn’t help.Jay is the cocky kind of bastard I despise.He really thinks he’s God’s gift to women.Even worse; he might be right.He’s mouthwatering attractive.The sweat and grime just intensify it.I’m angry and he’s flirting with me.His smile is infectious and his charm...Wake up Laya! Remember; I hate him.Maybe my revenge is too evil?But I really want him to feel my anger.I’m normally a good person. Nice even.I don’t care. He can take it.So why all the butterflies inside?***The Bad Boys With Benefits series (originally published as Dirty Mechanic) revolves around the car repair shop where they all work. Some say it’s the hottest garage in town.He Can Take It (originally published as Forbidden Soulmates) is a steamy hot Enemies to Lovers Romance that will keep you up at night. Full length, standalone, no cheating, no cliffhangers and a Happily Ever After.
Revenge Revealed
Chloe Fischer - 2019
But I did it. Broke her, and walked away.Now I just have to forget her…Then her brother storms into my office…with a secret that shatters my world…Dammit! I didn’t mean to leave her like that…
The Landry Family Series: Part One
Adriana Locke - 2018
Sweet and steamy, the Landry family enjoys favorite tropes such as second-chance romance, surprise babies, office lovers, sports and military romances and more. Fall madly in love with this relatable, unforgettable family by USA Today Bestselling author Adriana Locke. This set includes three full novels—Sway, Swing, and Switch.SWAYBARRETT LANDRY has it all. Power, prestige, and plenty of women, the dapper politician’s life is pretty phenomenal. But in the midst of the biggest campaign of his life, he needs to focus. The last thing he can afford is a distraction.ALISON BAKER is a work-in-progress.As a single mother to HUXLEY, she’s rebuilding life on her terms. She’s focused on family, faith, and a future for her son that can’t be taken away. Putting her child first means not being careless, no matter what. A chance encounter forces Barrett and Alison to redefine what they really want out of life. But everything comes at a cost ... and sometimes, even for love, it’s a price too steep to pay.SWINGScrew him and his perfect stats.Sinful smirk.Delicious body.Lincoln Landry probably even has game-winning stamina.I’d like to screw her and her perfect ass.Dangerous curves. Sweet smile.Ryan Danielle Ashley probably even has a game-changing personality.There’s no denying the chemistry between them. It’s so fiery, it’s undeniable. They partake in it. Enjoy it. They really enjoy it. Attraction is not a problem. Nor is their banter, relationship status, or habits. That’s all fine. Perfect, actually. The problem is as tangled up as their sheets. SWITCHMallory Sims is late for her first day of work.After spilling her tea, she discovers she has no gas in her car. Add that her arm keeps sticking to her dress from syrup left on the console of her car, flustered feels like an understatement.Then she sees her new boss.Graham Landry is the epitome of NSFW in his custom-fit suit, black-rimmed glasses, and a look so stern her libido doesn’t stand a chance. Being flustered is just the start of her problems.Her punctuality is only the start of his. With a pink slip in hand, he’s been waiting on his new secretary to show up only to let her go. Then she rushes in with her doe eyes and rambling excuses, smelling like bacon and lavender. The termination paper falls to the side as she falls in his arms. This is a disaster in the making. Not because of his pinpoint exactness or her free spirit, but because when they’re together, the sparks that fly threaten to burn the whole place down.
One Bride for Three Firemen
Jess Bentley - 2020
Not only was I fired, but also evicted, with only five days to fix things.Little did I know that these firemen could save me in the steamiest of ways.Each one is a smoke show.The best part is, they're willing to share.A flash fire has ignited between us.Stefan, young and red-hot...Trigger, a beast of a man in every way.Daddy Pete dominates me, and orders me to give him exactly what I want.I hope I can handle them all.But if, or when, my ex finds out, will this whole thing burn out of control?One Bride for Three Firemen is a steamy standalone 45,000 word novel with a HEA, and no cheating!
His Curvy Treat (Curvy Holiday #1)
Erin Havoc - 2019
Costumes let me go incognito so I can blend in... But not to find a date. No, I have sworn dating off. That is - until she walks in. Jessica I am an intern at the hottest pharmaceutical company of the past years. This Halloween party is going to help me make connections. But I can't seem to take my eyes off this big, handsome man across the floor… I’m a bigger girl. Guys like him never looked twice my way… Maybe I'm in for a treat. THE CURVY HOLIDAYS is a series of steamy, sweet, short standalone stories. There are no cliffhangers and no cheating! If you’re into instalove, hot scenes and happily-ever-afters, this one is for you!
Rock Hard Daddy
Rye Hart - 2017
Guess you could say life as Conner Wilkes has its perks.I bang a new woman every week- no questions asked.At my age, I still have the stamina of a stallion - and I'm happy to say that parts of my body have been compared to one.Being a single overprotective dad means that I've always lived two lives - and it has worked out just fine.Then, my best friend's daughter walked into my life - and I can't get my head straight.Just a teenager when I saw her last - but now those ocean blue eyes, full lips and long luscious legs leave me wondering if I'm being punished for all the crap I put women through in the past.I want to own her. Dominate her. Teach her how to use her sweet assets.Turning down an opportunity to take Chloe's virginity will take every fiber of my being - I just hope I've got the self-restraint to do it.**This is a full-length, standalone single dad and a virgin, daddy's best friend romance. No cheating or cliffhangers. HEA guaranteed. Bonus content included!
Brooklyn
Avery Gale - 2018
Contains language and actions some may find offensive. Contains sexually explicit content. Brooklyn is the first book in a new Avery Gale series featuring ten siblings. The Adlers will introduce a new cast of characters while bringing back some of your favorites from Ms. Gale’s other best-selling series. If you loved The ShadowDance Club, Club Isola, The Morgan Brothers, Mountain Mastery, and Masters of the Prairie Winds Club you’re going to love The Adlers. Brooklyn Adler is a retrieval expert specializing in the return of stolen treasures to their rightful owners. She’s the darling of large insurance companies around the world and the bane of local and international law enforcement agencies. Walking the fine line between hero and thief was always the perfect fix for the pint-sized adrenaline junkie, but after years of working twenty-four seven, she’s tired. Burning the candle at both ends for weeks, Brooklyn resolves to push through one more big money retrieval before taking the break she’d been promising herself for far too long. With the ancient Egyptian amulet tucked safely in her pocket, Brooklyn is on her way out of Emilio Mendoza’s compound when all hell breaks loose—luckily, she’d inadvertently called in the Calvary. Her soul had reached out to the one man who could hear all she’d never been able to say. Luke Grayson fell in love with Brooklyn Adler their freshman year at MIT. They’d become best friends and she’d consistently refused his advances because she hadn’t wanted to risk ruining their friendship. As an empath he’d always known how she really felt, but over the last few months he’s sensed the shift in her thinking and knew the time for waiting was over. Their connection, strong enough he could feel her exhaustion layered beneath her determination to finish one last retrieval, was what had summoned him to the east coast. When things go to hell, he’s waiting in the wings to whisk her away from the small island, but can he keep her safe long enough to prove how perfect they could be together? Or has she finally made an enemy strong enough to pull her into the depths of hell with him?
His Meaty Drumstick (A Second Helpings Short Story)
Vivian Ward - 2018
I compare every girl to her and -- none of them measure up.
Not one single woman.
But three long years later, she’s back in town -- and all alone this Thanksgiving. She looks hotter than I remember and -- truth be told, -- she never forgot about the D -- my meaty drumstick! I’m inviting her over -- and making sure she has something -- to give THANKS for.As soon as she tastes it, she’ll be gobbling it up in no time!***** ** ****** This short story is part of the Second Helpings series, a Thanksgiving dinner-themed stand-alone series. Check out all the short, sexy and fun holiday stories by these eleven incredible and acclaimed authors: Sierra Hill, Frankie Love, Alexis Adaire, Tessa Blake, Olivia Hawthorne, Laney Powell, Vivian Ward, Derek Masters, Dori Lavelle, Sher Dillard and Tracy Lorraine.** Each book is a second-chance romance -- all guaranteed sweeter than sweet potato pie -- and dirtier than a sink full of dishes!*** After reading this series, you’ll never look at drumsticks or gravy in quite the same way again!***** ** *****
Notch on His Bedpost
Brill Harper - 2018
Virile and I have no plans on giving up my reign as bachelor. I have a reputation to uphold, especially with the release of my book coming up. Men count on me and my YouTube channel and website to help them find the alpha male inside. But a publicity stunt goes wrong and now I have to pretend to date, Holly, “the girl next door” blogger who hates my website and doles out the opposite advice to her many feminist subscribers. She says I’m exactly the kind of guy she cautions her readers and podcast listeners away from and she’s right. She says I’ll never get her into my bed. I say she won’t regret it when I’m there. As long as we both remember this is all for fun, nobody will get hurt. I don’t have a heart, so I’m in no danger of losing it to her, right? Author confession: I wanted to put this book in the Blue Collar Bad Boy series because Dane is such a bad, bad boy. But he’s not blue collar—he likes his expensive suits and his urban reputation. Or does he? If you like opposites attract and enemies to lovers and watching the big Alpha fall head over heels in love, step on in. Oh, and there’s a big, dopey dog and lots of he said/she said. Has the girl next door tamed the most virile man alive, or is she just another notch on the bedpost?
Up Her
Dani Stowe
Just one kiss... Take the Bang.Charlotte Prescott has just been offered a job. She doesn't know much about the pharmaceutical company other than her childhood friend and former neighbor, Elliot Crowe, is a scientist there. She's hoping to run into him. As a teen, he did save her life and she would like to properly thank the brainy geek whom she felt was hardly deserving of a kiss at the time. Charlotte, however, is soon going to learn that some geeks have more to offer than wishes for kisses and brains. Some geeks grow up to become sexy, smartass men.This a Contemporary Pulp Fiction romance.Geeks Gone Savage: Bang No. 1 is for mature audiences.*This first of four books in a series can be read as a standalone.**Includes access link to the *After Dark* Bonus Chapter (just in case you want a little more).
Getting Over You
Jaxson Kidman - 2019
Forget that he's a rock star. Forget that the day I meet him, he's shirtless and running down the middle of the street. Forget that the tattoos and muscles that graze his glistening skin make remember what it's like to be alive again. Can I have a future with Crosby -- especially when our pasts are marked with tragedy? He can stay in this small town and be loved by me -- or he can get back to living his rock star dream. All we have is the time in between that. The problem? Time's running out... and we both want more.This is a full length 90,000+ word slow burn romance novel with a guitar play, a painter, an unspoken summer romance past, a present they never saw coming, and a complete HEA, no cliffhanger ending that will make you fall in love with Crosby and Josie. Thanks for taking a chance on me and this novel.
Kiss the Bride (Wedding Season)
Amelia Wilde - 2019
I didn’t plan on getting left at the altar in front of all my friends.But I still want my dream wedding. And I just might get it…because hotter-than-sin Ash Montgomery has stepped up as a replacement groom.There are only a few problems.He’s my older brother’s best friend.He is 100% off-limits.And I’ve had a crush on him for years. We can’t get married today.Right?