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Dragon's True Mate
Riley Storm - 2020
But what about her feelings for one?After losing her business, her husband, and her old life, Lilly Vickers is forced to move back in with her parents. She’s not looking for love, but instead is hoping to find a new passion that will provide her with the means to finally move out. A chance encounter with one of the dragon shifters of Five Peaks gives her an idea for a business. What she doesn’t expect, is just what will happen when he shows up again. This time, she can’t ignore the intense chemistry that exists between them.Trent Atrox is putting on a front. He’s told Lilly he’s at her new shop to help her because he wants to, but the truth isn’t quite that bright and cheery. The real reason he’s there, is because the most recent damage was his fault and he’s been ordered to help fix it. What he didn’t plan for, was that he would fall for her. Now he’s stuck in a lie, and he doesn’t know how to get out of it. Not without Lilly seeing him for who he really is…Even with the pair of them working to fix the damage, they’re facing an uphill battle. Not everyone who has come to Five Peaks in the wake of the dragons going public with their existence are fans. A small but growing group is becoming more outspoken, denouncing anything to do with dragons, including shops like Lilly’s. Though she sells nothing but dragon trinkets and memorabilia, they want to bring her down. Can this pair of self-professed screw-ups manage to repair her shop and themselves, while not destroying their budding relationship? Or will the dragons’ enemies succeed in stopping them both?
Shades
Abi Barden - 2020
Not an inheritance she ever expected.Amethyst Forester is a scientist, not a lady.Benjamin Maker is a lord, trapped in a loveless marriage.The only thing they have in common is Professor Richards—a genius Aetheric scientist.When Richards is found dead, Amethyst and Benjamin are put in an impossible situation. They jointly inherit his house, its contents, and the mystery of his murder.Could the Professor have been killed for one of his experiments? And if so, what if someone’s still looking for it?
Unrelated
Alexandria Hunt - 2016
My Daddy’s best friend, Roman, is filling in for my Intro English professor. Roman is the perfect man, tall, dark, and incredibly handsome and has been filling my head with dirty fantasies for the longest time. He's my safe version of the darkest dreams I've been harboring lately, the older man who's not related to me, a target for my sinful desires. A casual invite for drinks at his place takes me places I’ve always wanted to go...and then farther. But what would my Daddy do when he found out? And would I be forced to choose? WARNING Suggestive scenes and swearing leaves this short, hot story best suited to those 18 years and older. Intense, dirty descriptions mean you should leave your panties at the door and have a hand free while reading. To all the husbands and boyfriends out there who are guaranteed to get some after their women read this, you’re welcome. Also…everybody in this story is above the age of consent and nobody is related genetically. So don’t feel so bad getting off so hard.
My Familiar Stranger
Victoria Danann - 2012
I accidentally ended up in this dimension. I had nothing.I knew no one. I barely survived the journey, but landed in the best possible place; an ancient society of vampire hunters with the medical means to put me back together. I can't go home, but I can use the extra-abilities I gained from slipping dimensions to work for Black Swan and try to keep my friends alive. When it comes to love, I have options. The knight who saved my life is strength and honor personified. The sexy elf who thinks I'm his mate. And an incredibly attractive six-hundred-year-old vampire.My name is Elora Laiken. This is my story.
Dragon's Heart
Eden Ashe - 2013
We don’t do the mushy friend thing.” – DanielDragon Lore, #1After millennia as king of the dragon-shifters, Daniel Ashborne wants a little peace and quiet, especially from the beautiful Hollywood starlet who haunts his memories. His escape tactics end abruptly when he is called to the ER to save the one woman he wants to forget, but who now bears his mark.Shelby Kincade’s life and movie career were nearly destroyed when Daniel vanished a year ago. Now he’s back, claiming they have been accidentally mated. Getting over him once was hard enough, but she must choose either the life of her dreams or the man she can’t live without.With peace finally on the horizon between the dragon-shifters and the Hunters, an assassination attempt on the dragon king and his mate shatters everything. Tensions rebuild as Daniel and his loyal team of shifters try to discover who put out the hit. Enemy and ally lines are crossed, but in the end–after the battle ash has settled–no one could have foreseen who has plotted for their own gain.CONTENT WARNING: Graphic fight scenes, lots of great sex, and hot, hot, hot dragon men.A Lyrical Press Urban Fantasy Romance
Blade and Rose: Books 1-3 Digital Boxed Set: Blade & Rose, By Dark Deeds, & Court of Shadows
Miranda Honfleur - 2018
A kingdom in turmoil or the love of her life. Which one will she save? Elemental mage Rielle hasn't heard from her best friend in far too long. Yet no one at the Tower of Magic seems to care about Olivia’s silence, or the curtain of secrecy surrounding the distant capital. Before Rielle can investigate, she's assigned a strange new mission: escort a knight named Jon across the kingdom. When whispers reveal mercenaries have killed the king, taken the capital, and that no one is coming to help, Rielle can’t leave Olivia in peril. But as infamous mages and deadly assassins hunt Jon, she can’t leave him unprotected either--especially as she finds herself falling for his strength, his passion, and his uncompromising goodness. Her past returns to haunt her, a werewolf stalks their steps, and an ancient evil is gathering, yet the restraints forbidding their love strain and snap one by one. Saving Olivia and the kingdom means defying orders and sacrificing her every ambition, and could mean losing the man who's become so much more to her than a mission. Which will she choose: her best friend and the kingdom, or the love of her life? Discover why readers around the world love the Blade and Rose series! "With a brilliant plot line and rich, exciting characters, and a very touching, beautiful, sensual, passionate and honest love story" --Amazon Reviewer "The best part is the main female character, Rielle... No damsel in distress, she's a strong, smart, and reliable mage all on her own. She has flaws, but it makes her relatable. You cheer her on from start to finish." --Amazon Reviewer "Honfleur sucks you into her vibrant and tumultuous world right away with unforgettable characters and a masterful plot that enthrall the reader to the very last page (and beyond)." --Amazon Reviewer "Wonderful, detailed world-building and engaging, interesting characters set the stage for this intriguing fantasy story. Action, adventure, suspense, and intrigue - and plenty of twists and turns - kept me turning pages, fully immersed" --Amazon Reviewer "What an excellent, exciting, gripping, spellbinding first book for this series." --Amazon Reviewer "Sweeping fantasy with deeply human characters" --Amazon Reviewer Ready to find out for yourself? Dive in and see why thousands of readers have joined the adventure, drama, and intrigue of this romantic epic fantasy series...
Angel Falls
Colleen Helme - 2021
Now her only chance for redemption comes at a price... one she may not survive.As a trauma nurse in a New York City hospital, Ella St. John had no idea that refusing to help a known killer would have such dire consequences. Being sent to the middle of nowhere is bad enough, but when she crosses paths with a handsome stranger, everything changes. She can't deny the attraction blossoming between them, but that is nothing compared to the trouble he brings to her door. Helping him could be the biggest mistake of her life... if she manages to live long enough to regret it.From the author of the Shelby Nichols Adventures, comes a new series that will plunge a woman with growing powers into the dark world of mystery, murder, and death.Perfect for fans of Shannon Mayer, Annette Marie, K.F. Breene, and Jennifer Estep.
Christmas in Pine Ridge
Holly Stevenson - 2018
. . will a little Hope and a Christmas miracle mend their troubled hearts?Hope Sullivan’s popular yoga channel leads her to teach at an exclusive mountain resort in Pine Ridge, Colorado. Her goal is to help others relax, but when she’s confronted by a stalker during class, the situation is more than just uncomfortable—it’s dangerous. Before Hope can call security, a handsome stranger defuses the situation by pretending to be her bodyguard boyfriend.As a former Marine, Owen Davis is used to rescuing others. But in his effort to help Hope, he signs himself up for a week of work on his vacation. Scarred by the trauma of his life and convinced he’s a broken man, he tries to keep her at arm’s length to protect her from the demons of his past.As the lines between real and pretend begin to blur, their growing attraction for each other is undeniable—but can they overcome his broken past and her guarded heart? It just might take a Christmas miracle . . . and a little bit of Hope.**This title was previously published as Hope for Christmas.
Devil's Cut
L.A. McGinnis - 2021
But then I meet Bastian Forge, and discover everything I was told was a lie.He’s powerful. He's beautiful. He’s enigmatic.And now I owe him, bigtime. When Bastian unlocks my gift—I can read vampire minds—he opens up a whole new world, teaching me how to use my newfound powers. But as our enemies close in, I’m not sure who to trust, because while Forge keeps his secrets?I have my own, and neither of us will leave the other unscathed.
High Roller (The Devil's Luck MC Book 2)
Ali Parker - 2021
The stakes are high, and everyone is looking my way to make things right alongside our leader.How this beauty worked her way into the heart of the club is beyond me, but one thing is for sure—I’m rolling high bets that she’s mine.No matter the ante.
Beauty and the Beast Miniseries Box Set
Nikki Dean - 2017
What does? The man in her village who won't take no for an answer. So when a monster in the woods imprisons her father, Belle is easily convinced to take his place. Things at the castle aren't exactly the fairy tale she thought they would be, including disgruntled servants who are less than happy that she's there, naughty library books that magically appear in her room, and a vengeful enchantress determined to finish the job she started. The Beast It's been a decade since he was cursed, unable to leave the castle, but his servants can come and go as they like. Even if they aren't exactly themselves anymore. And worse? It's all his fault – his foolish decisions that cost them their humanity, his family their lives and his kingdom its ruler. So when a beautiful girl falls into his lap, he does his best to scare her away, no matter how bad it makes him look. Why? Because he knows that whoever did this isn't done yet, and there are more dangers in his corner of the woods than Belle knows. When worst comes to worst, and it looks like they're about to lose everything, can Belle and her Beast learn to trust each other enough to find their happily ever after?
Saving The Broken Highlander
Ann Marie Scott - 2019
Caitlyn despises him immediately.He may be brave and imposing, but this man is also curt, overbearing and unable to open up to women. Was it up to her, she wouldn't choose to spend an hour with him, but at this point, he is her only hope for saving her mother.When they reach his castle, she can not imagine what is concealed inside.In one of the rooms, Caitlyn will find a fragile and isolated young lass who had not seen the sunlight for months. That's what's left from Ava, Alastair's beautiful sister after bandits attempted to rape her.The two of them come close, and Ava will decides to reveal the truth about her brother's tormented past and the horrendous games of fate that shaped his character. Caitlyn has never met a person she can't touch with her kind heart, but this man seems to have lost all lust for life.When the bandits that attacked Ava return, Alastair, will have to face his external and internal demons or lose everything he loves. "Saving the Broken Highlander" is a standalone story packed with emotion, romance, and redemption, set on the beautiful backdrop of the Scottish Highlands.
Rogue Dragons Complete Series Kindle Edition by Emilia Hartley (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
Emilia Hartley - 2021
He doesn’t have time to meet new women.Evangeline’s grandfather raised her and taught her how to make a living as an artist—by inking her designs on people’s skin. He would be so proud of her for opening her own shop—and for finally dumping her abusive boyfriend. As it is, she meets him in public to demand he return her property, but when he shows up, she only escapes him dragging her into the parking lot for another beating when a giant, brooding man chases him away. Evangeline tries to thank the stranger, but he won’t even give her his name. He says he’s not sticking around town long and doesn’t want ties here.Finding the Forgotten (#2)Nobody has ever needed Dillon. But the only woman who looks at Dillon without any fear in her eyes isIsabella, the pregnant friend of a friend who is crashing at the guys’ cabin until she can get on her feet. Dillon would do anything for Isabella—absolutely anything. Even give her the time and space she needs to heal after her last relationship.If only his protective nature didn’t trigger memories that put her in a panic, a relationship with him would be perfect. For Dillon’s own good, she has to leave him. It will break her heart, but it’s the only way. Dillon deserves better.Restoring the Broken (#3)Nobody with any sense goes looking for true love in a bar, but then nobody has ever accused Erik Beck of having any sense, either. Maybe that’s why Erik spends his evenings tossing back enough alcohol to numb the monstrous dragon he inherited from his twin—the twin he starved of life when he was still in his mother’s womb.Bree Halstead just knows she and Erik are meant for each other. Someday soon, he’ll tire of taking a different woman home every night and he’ll see her—really see her—and realize how perfect they are together.And after he bites her, her opinion of him isn’t the only thing that changes. As a new world opens before Bree, her daydreams fall away, but the reality that remains is beyond anything she could have imagined. Bree is more convinced than ever that Erik is her destiny.Redeeming the Rejected (#4)Years ago, Ford lost his clan, his mate, and maybe even himself. Now, he wants to be left in peace—until he meets Daphne, and she awakens passion in him unlike any he has ever experienced—even with his late wife.He can’t have her, though. After what he did, Ford knows he can never be accepted into a clan again. It’s hard to put aside everything he wants just when he’s starting to feel again, but he can’t let Daphne suffer for his past.Daphne Albright needs a vacation, but when she’s strangely attracted to the Uber driver she calls to pick her up at the airport, that’s all the excuse she needs to take a little time to herself. Despite the short time they’ve known each other, her heart breaks when she finds out he’s had a mate before. A relationship between them seems doomed from the start, but she can’t help wanting it anyway.Tasting the Forbidden (#5)Nellie loves her small town, but ever since a rag-tag bunch of dragon shifters moved in and snapped up her friends as mates, she’s considered leaving. To make matters worse, Evangeline is pushing Nellie to let her guard down around the hot but scary clan leader, Gavin. The trouble is, Gavin won’t stop looking for her, and Nellie has used up nearly all her magic trying to avoid him. Many of her ancestors have been burned to death by dragons.Too bad he can’t convince his beast—or his heart—that that pursuing her is a lost cause.
The Stolen Diadem of a Castaway Lady
Hanna Hamilton - 2020
When her father’s men steal from the wrong nobleman, Beatrix finds herself negotiating her freedom with the most unusual Marquess. And she’s the bargaining chip. Callum Ahern, Marquess of Bellton, is burdened with precious cargo: his late mother’s wedding diadem. Assaulted by a band of thieves, his only hope of reclaiming it comes in the form of an unexpected hostage: the beautiful daughter of the outlaw that ambushed him. Trapped between social rules and their burgeoning feelings for each other, Beatrix and Callum must overcome not only a brush with death but also their past. The red thread of fate connects them all, and when Beatrix’s father comes out of hiding to save her, he holds the spinning wheel: a twenty-year-old secret, from the night Beatrix was born…
Stranded with the Boss
Bonnie R. Paulson - 2018
And if people lose their jobs? Well, that's business.Travis travels with her as the expert on day-to-day operations while she just understands the bottom line. When they end up stranded on a deserted island together, the pressures of profit and production melt away. Jordan begins to see Travis as a caring, capable man, and she questions whether her business choices are the right ones.
Can Jordan and Travis navigate survival on the island and find a solution that benefits everyone? Or will they come away with broken hearts in the name of business?
Escape to Getaway Bay and get stranded on a deserted island for some seriously sweet romance.
Each book can be read as a standalone, with a happily-ever-after ending, and clean, sweet-without-losing-the-heat romance!
A Stranded in Paradise Romance series
1. Stranded with the Ex-husband2. Stranded with the Boss3. Stranded with the Billionaire4. Stranded with the Rockstar5. Stranded with the Cowboy6. Stranded with the SEAL7. Stranded with the Quarterback8 Stranded with the Billionaire's BrotherRead all the books in the Clean Billionaire Beach Club Romance series by USA Today bestselling author Elana Johnson and USA Today bestselling author Bonnie R. Paulson:1. The Brainy Billionaire2. The Brawny Billionaire3. The Bashful Billionaire4. The Brazen Billionaire5. The Billionaire's Bodyguard6. The Billionaire's Boyfriend7. The Brilliant Billionaire8. The Broke Billionaire9. The Bad Boy Billionaire10. The Blue-Eyed Billionaire11. The Brave Billionaire12. The Belated Billionaire