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A Beauty for the Beast by Emma Bray
insta-love
romance
age-gap
novella
Owning Olivia
Mila Crawford - 2019
Silas always knew that he was a monster, and not just on the outside. People feared him, but he liked it that way. It gave him strength, power. But that all changed when he walked into a deserted bar and saw her. It was supposed to be easy; collect his money and go, but she made him want more. He struck a dangerous deal that would change their lives forever. But all the beast could think about from the moment he saw her was: owning Olivia.
The Perfect Gift
Jessa Kane - 2020
His business partners have sent him to a secluded island for some rest and relaxation. There is much more in store for him than sunshine and palm trees, however. Waiting for him in the living room of his lavish vacation home is a beautiful young girl wrapped in a bow. Lincoln doesn’t have time for females…normally, but in no time flat, the innocent, free-spirited girl captures his heart. Enraptures him. And makes it impossible to let her go.Nova’s two greedy sisters know a payday when they see one. They’ve bullied her into going along with their evil plan. The scheme? They’ll send their virgin sister to Lincoln, she’ll seduce the billionaire into getting her pregnant and they’ll blackmail him to become rich. But Nova never expected to fall in love with Lincoln. Nor does she realize how far her sisters will go to collect what they’re owed…or how far Lincoln will go to protect what’s his.
Recluse
Nikolai Andrew - 2021
Instead, she followed her heart, even though it meant she would get zero financial, or moral, support from her upper crust parents.When she’s assigned a welfare check on the local recluse, the sparks that fly would light up the Fourth of July sky. But what Melanie doesn’t know, is the man she’s sent to check on, has been checking her out since the day she arrived in town.This reclusive stalker never believed he could catch the eye of the curvy, golden haired beauty, and yet, she’s dropped like manna from heaven straight into his world and now, he’s never letting her go.Only, if she finds out his secret, will she understand or run screaming into the woods?Vincent Weber has never quite fit in, and he’s given up trying. He’s satisfied living alone in the woods, until the day he sets his eyes on his own personal Goldilocks. She’s too soft, he’s too hard, but when they get together, they are oh so just right. This Daddy bear has found his little one, and he’s never letting her go. Safe, no cheating with a few swats on the behind and boom… it’s way over the top insta-love and a happy ending that feels like a fairy tale.
Pretty Girl
Alexa Riley - 2018
Discovered when she was young, she has spent her life in the spotlight. Fame brings both good and bad, but she never expected it to bring danger. When she has to hire a bodyguard she’s surprised by how much she wants his protection. After an accident in the FBI that left Jax scarred, he decided to retire on his ranch in Colorado and finally have some peace and quiet. But when his buddy calls up and needs a favor, Jax can’t turn him down. Being a bodyguard wasn’t on his radar...until he laid eyes on her. Warning: It’s easy to guard a body when all you wanna do is rub up against it. This alpha hero is ready to protect what’s his, but that won’t include birth control! Jump in this sticky-sweet romance with a heaping pile of sassy steam.
Wrecked
Mink - 2021
All I’ve known for the past few years is the sensation of using my fists to subdue my opponents. I’ve known pain, too. Enough for a lifetime. I’m paying off a debt, one that was never mine, to begin with. But it’s mine now, and I won’t let my family down. I fight, and I’ll keep fighting, no matter the cost.Until she’s thrown into my arms. A princess who shouldn’t be in this violent, vicious world I inhabit. I’m supposed to wreck her, this innocent beauty who makes me feel things other than pain. Other than anger. In fact, she makes me weak, because when I look at her, I imagine a world outside my cage.A woman like Petal was never meant to be mine. Not in this life. I was ordered to hurt her in countless ways. But once I get a taste of her, turns out I’m the one who’s wrecked. Utterly, completely destroyed by love.MINK's Note: Get yourself a feisty kitty and a pinch of caffeine for this fight for love with an HEA.
I Look Good On You
Olivia T. Turner - 2021
Big deal.It's not like anyone was living at the house.Since my neighbors moved out and put it up for sale, I like to hop the fence and study there.But what I wasn't expecting was for someone to study me.Vance Keller.He comes to see the house but he sees something he likes even better.Me.Now, this rich silver fox is my neighbor.He bought the house to be close to me.And now I can't stay away.This boring neighborhood just got a whole lot more interesting...Soon to be appearing on the Read Me Romance Podcast!SAFE, no cheating, and a sweet HEA that will have you grinning and blushing! Enjoy!
King Sized
Madison Faye - 2018
Whoops. It’s her wedding day. I’m not the groom. Oh, but I’m going to be… The world may call me a King and a gentleman, but there’s nothing gentle about me. I’ve fought like hell to get to where I am, and these rough hands want one thing and one thing only – to hold her and never let her go. She’s my obsession – my addiction. Blonde, blue-eyed, innocent and tempting, with lips that beg to be tasted and curves that were made to press against me. But a rival king – a cruel, evil piece of garbage – has stepped in to buy her hand and her innocence with the promise of paying off her parents’ debts. He thinks that makes her his, but he’s about to learn how wrong he is. You see, the rumors about my royal staff and crown jewels aren’t tall tales. She deserves a real man. A better man. King Milton just isn’t the right fit for her. …Oh, but I am. And I’m going to “fit” with her so well that she’ll be moaning for more. I’m a king, after all. And kings take what they want. And tonight? I’m taking her. I’ll do anything to make her my queen. …Even if I have to steal her. Grab those tiaras and hold on to your jewels! One totally obsessed, totally big alpha King, one smart, sassy, stolen bride, and enough insta-love, kindle-melting steam, and sugary-sweetness to knock you right out of your throne. This book is utterly over-the-top fantasy with pretty much zero grounding in reality. You’ve been warned ;). As with all my books, this one is safe, with no cheating, and a HEA guaranteed. This is a novella-length book of approximately 100 pages, though the page-count below and on your e-reader may show differently. For a limited time, this new release edition contains additional content for further reader enjoyment, as a thank you for your support.
Sins of the Father
Jenna Rose - 2022
Richer than God and as gorgeous as one. Maybe that’s why he’s as cocky as he is. Maybe that’s why he’s holding the millions of dollars my father left for me after he was murdered and making me do everything he says for it.Because he thinks that he can break me. Make me forget that he’s the reason for my dad’s death. My heart has barely healed and he’s going after it like it’s just another thing that he can buy with all his money and power. He thinks because he’s ruthlessly handsome I’ll forgive him for his sins. I’m his plaything now, but if he thinks that’s all I’ll ever be, he’s sorely mistaken.
Under Siege (Blue Collar ALPHA Males)
Aria Cole - 2017
And Ash Ford isn't just any run-of-the-mill, drop-dead-gorgeous stranger, he's the soldier she's been exchanging letters with every week for the last three years. And now he's back in town. And he's ready to meet her.After all, Ash has a proposition Tinsley would be crazy to refuse....Warning: Ash is one sticky, sweet, military muscle-man in camo cargos. He's set his sights on one woman only, and he won't stop until her heart is Under Siege.P.S. I firmly believe that double the smut is double the fun, so to celebrate the holidays I'm including one of my favorite stories, Stepbrother Anonymous, FREE in the back of Under Siege! Happy Reading + Happy Holidays!! xoxo Aria
Alpha's Castle
Ella Goode - 2020
Luckily, a surprise inheritance from her aunt Mae sends her to Smithsville. In this small town, Khloe believes she can begin to heal. Recovery doesn’t include falling for the local Chief of Police, no matter how gorgeous the arrogant, infuriating, presumptuous man is. She is not letting him into her bed and definitely not her heart. But Khloe isn’t prepared for the dedicated pursuit of Dane. Can this police officer unlock her love?
Mail Ordered Bride
Tory Baker - 2018
He got her. In the wilds of Alaska single women are few and far between. An online site to find the perfect bride seems ridiculous, but Stone is willing to give it a try. As he looks at Carly’s pictures and reads her words, he’s convinced she’s the one. He spends his nights imagining what it will be like to finally touch her, to sink inside and hear her cry out his name. When she finally gets there, she’ll be lucky if he doesn’t tie her to his bed. Too bad the woman getting off the plane is not the one he agreed to marry.
Coming Home For Her
Lucy Darling - 2021
As my little sister’s best friend, she’s always been off-limits. I didn’t want to stay away from her, but my time as a Navy SEAL guaranteed that I would be busy around the world while she got the chance to grow up.That was until my world exploded around me. I got hurt. My team suffered. I suffered. And I came home. To her. The one person I knew could heal me.She’s grown into an amazing woman—a nurse who cares more for others than herself. But that warm heart has attracted the wrong kind of attention. A stalker.Carey is now in danger, and I’m just the man to protect her. No one takes what’s mine, and she’s been mine all along.
Bought and Paid For
Jordan Marie - 2017
He wanted to own me. I just wanted to be his. JACKSON I wanted Megan from the moment I first saw her, and nothing would keep me from her. I could have been called a bastard for knowing her father would fail in paying me for a mutual business agreement, for knowing I would take Megan as payment. But she was mine and in my world, when I wanted something, I took it. And I wanted her. She was bought and paid for, collateral damage when her father failed to uphold his end of the deal. They all think it’s only for a week. They’re wrong. I’m keeping her. MEGAN My father couldn't fulfill a debt to Jackson King, but Jackson didn't seem to mind, not when he got me as his payment. Having been attracted to the brutal businessman for years, I couldn't help but feel arousal and trepidation at what he had planned. He wanted me for a week, to do with as he pleased. He wanted my virginity. But I knew this was more than just repaying a debt. This was about Jackson wanting to own me, not just my body, but every part of who I was. And the depraved part about it all was the fact that I wanted to give everything to him. I wanted to be his. WARNING: This is a fast and hard ride, featuring an over-the-top Alpha who fights dirty and plays dirtier. It’s a safe read, but it’s short, filthy and so hot you might need a nice, big, long, cool… drink to get you through to the happy ending.
His Love
Fiona Davenport - 2019
Right up until the day he noticed that his neighbor’s daughter had become the beautiful woman who was meant to be his. Since then, he waited not-so patiently for her to turn eighteen. He bided his time by watching over her. When he realized that all she wanted was a baby of her own, he was ready to give her more than just his love. He’d give her everything.
Stalk Me Please
C.M. Steele - 2018
In fact, he’s never spoken to me other than to order his coffee. I just can’t get over the way he sits in the corner of the shop a couple of times a week slowly sipping his hot, black coffee and staring at me with intent. Why? I don’t know. I should be concerned that he’s like a lion stalking his prey, but all I can think of is stalk me, please. James: I watch her every chance I get. When the time’s right, she will be mine. With every smile she tosses at a male customer, the angrier I get. Buying the shop, installing extra cameras, and visiting twice a week does nothing to calm the need to claim her for my own. She’s going to think I’m crazy, but really, I’m determined.