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One Night, Two Consequences


Joss Wood - 2015
    A former child prodigy, she’s finally shaken free of the world’s expectations and is determined to live for the moment – including one scorching, unforgettable night with handsome stranger Bo Tessier!Billionaire wine magnate Bo never expects to see Remy again – their mind-blowing night together felt like playing with fire, except he wanted to get burned! But six weeks later Remy returns. She’s pregnant – with twins! And this time he can’t let her go so easily...Discover more at www.millsandboon.co.uk/josswood

Father and Child Reunion Part 1


Christine Flynn - 2014
    But that was before a storm cut power all over town, her brother's bride went missing and Eve's mother, Olivia, was tragically killed.Now Rio, an investigative reporter, is the only one with a lead on her mother's case. Eve's willing to answer his questions, as long as they don't involve her daughter, Molly. Six years ago, Rio made it clear he never wanted a child. How can Eve trust him to do the right thing if he finds out the truth about Molly? The story continues in Father and Child Reunion Parts 2 and 3.

Tempted by Taylor


Cindy Kirk - 2019
    When her well-paying position is eliminated, Taylor is left scrambling to find another in a tight market. When CEO Nick Lanagan III offers her a temporary job as his fake fiancée, the deal the handsome businessman offers is too good to pass up.Nick needs a fiancée for the summer and smart and gorgeous Taylor more than fits the bill. Though determined to keep the arrangement strictly business, Nick breaks one of his own rules by falling for Taylor. But three months with her is not nearly long enough; he wants her in his life for good. Now he faces his toughest challenge; convincing Taylor that her summer fiancé is ready to become her forever husband.

The Queen's Nine-Month Scandal


Abby Green - 2013
    Until the stormy grey gaze of an enigmatic, disguised stranger lays her soul—and her body—bare in one passionate night!World-famous photojournalist Daniel Petrovsky learned years ago to harden his heart against emotions and the morning disappearance of his anonymous lover should mean nothing. But when a certain queen’s shock pregnancy hits the headlines, the brooding billionaire will stop at nothing to fight for what is his! Don’t miss the other titles in this fantastic collection that celebrates Royal Babies all over the world!

Sheikh's Baby Bombshell (Royal Baby Collection)


Melanie Milburne - 2013
    Yet the sizzling night they shared is proving inconveniently unforgettable! So when he sees Abby's delicate face in the crowds outside his palace, he initially thinks it's his fevered imagination playing tricks on him…But Abby is very real—and so is her baby bump! To avoid a national scandal, Talib whisks Abby away to the desert, but under the darkness of the desert skies, their passion burns hotter than ever before… Don't miss the other titles in this fantastic collection that celebrates Royal Babies all over the world!

A Child Claimed by Gold


Rachael Thomas - 2016
    So when photographer Emma Sanders is granted exclusive access to his childhood home, he returns to Russia to ensure it stays hidden. Though she tries to keep her eye on the story, Nikolai's potent sexuality proves too much for Emma's untouched body to resist! But, convinced she only wanted a scoop, Nikolai casts Emma out, unaware she's pregnant! When the consequence of their recklessness is revealed, Nikolai will legitimize his heir—with a gold wedding ring!

Loving The Escort (A Racy Romantic Short Story)


Rose Perry - 2014
    That is until the weight of the world falls down on her shoulders. Her mother falls deathly ill and to save her life Janet decides to enter a realm of the previously unimaginable. Follow Janet as she delves deeper into her new world of secrecy, lust, and maybe even love.

Nobody's Girl


Michelle Love - 2017
     He promises he will never leave me, and god help me, I believe him. Ivo Zacca…my husband He’s gorgeous…not, that’s not the right word. He’s beautiful – in every way, his face, his body, his mind… His kindness. Nobody that beautiful should be that sweet. Sweet but an animal in bed, god… He thinks I married him for convenience, to get away from my asshole of a step-father. I’ll let him think that, because then maybe it won’t be so painful for him when they tear me away from him, when they come for me… When they kill me. I’ll never let you know, Ivo, how happy you have made me, how much I love you… Because fairy tales always end… Nobody's Girl is a full-length Billionaire Romance novel with a guaranteed HEA and no cliffhanger.

The Greek Wedding She Never Had


Chantelle Shaw - 2021
    She discovered he wanted to marry her only to gain control of her family's luxury Greek hotel--on their wedding day! Now the devastatingly handsome tycoon is back with a second proposal.This time, innocent Eleanor must say "I do" to save the hotel from bankruptcy...knowing their chemistry has lost none of its heat. But to act on that unexplored passion as his bride, Eleanor needs to know Jace's desire for retribution doesn't outweigh his desire for her...From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.Read both of the Innocent Summer Brides books: Book 1: The Greek Wedding She Never HadBook 2: Nine Months to Tame the Tycoon

Heavenly Blessing


Becca Fisher - 2012
    To work in her families quilt shop and marry one of the local boys. But when she meets a handsome outsider, plans start to change, forcing Abigail to make the decision of a lifetime.

Seducing His Enemy's Daughter


Annie West - 2015
    Jilting his enemy's daughter will be the icing on the cake of his revenge, and beautiful Ella Sanderson is certainly sweet enough.Except Ella isn't the vacuous socialite he expected and she refuses to marry him! Her rebelliousness only makes Donato want her more, so he'll have to persuade her…touch by breathtaking touch. But soon Donato finds himself enthralled by their magnetic connection.As their fake wedding day approaches, one question weighs heavily on Donato's mind: to love, honor…and betray?

His Merciless Marriage Bargain


Jane Porter - 2017
    Since her orphaned nephew’s family has ignored her attempts at contact, she has no choice but to bring him to the Marcellos’ Venetian door.Losing his brother devastated Giovanni Marcello. Rachel’s news is another bombshell, and he can’t believe that she doesn’t have an ulterior motive. One kiss should unravel her deception, until their smoldering chemistry has Gio reconsidering…Gio exacts a high price for acknowledging his heir, but Rachel cannot help but succumb to his outrageous demands. Even if it means walking down the aisle!

Sleep In Heavenly Peace Inn


Malinda Martin - 2014
     What could be a better destination for the holidays than a peaceful inn tucked in the picturesque mountains of Vermont? But when a blizzard hits, three couples will be forced to deal not only with the weather but also with the reality of their relationships. Mary Michaels, competent innkeeper is very good at her job. And at hiding her growing attraction for the inn’s handyman, Joe Puletti. Friend of her late husband, Joe is a great catch, but with a five-year old son and complications from her past, Mary is not. Lila Benson needs to reinvent her life. What the quiet, second grade teacher doesn’t need is to run into a face from her past—Dan Hamilton, football star that she helped tutor in high school. And fell hopelessly in love with. Celia and Richard Davis have brought their children Kevin and Jenna for a family vacation. It will be their last since the divorce will be final soon. However, Kevin and Jenna have hopes that a little time together is all their parents need to heal their family. Can these relationships be saved? Anything’s possible at Christmas. Especially with the help of three children, a man with a white beard, the inn’s mysterious manager, and a reindeer.

My Perfect Summer in Greece


Ian Wilfred - 2019
     Cheryl is excited her sister Julie has asked for her help in organising her wedding but things aren't turning out the way Cheryl had hoped. There's going to be no little village church and no bridesmaids dress; the wedding is taking place on the Greek island of Holkamos. Vangelis has the perfect beach location for a wedding but his little beach cafe has never catered for weddings before. Will he be able to cope with all of Julie's demands? Andréas has moved back to Holkamos to help run the family gift shop after the death of his father. The business has to move with the times but will his mum allow things to change? Johnny is Cheryl's best friend. He doesn't like the way Julie treats her and has a plan to put things right but is it the right thing for Cheryl and what happens when they both arrive on the Greek island. Could it become more than just a weekend wedding for Cheryl and Johnny?

ORION: a BBW, mountain man instalove short romance (Camp Mountain Man Book 11)


Kate Tilney - 2021