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Accepting The Impossible
Gabrielle Evans - 2012
When a raid for supplies lands him right in the hands of the enemy, the last thing he expected was for the “monster” to step in as his protector.Lieutenant Drakon Rhinegold isn’t impressed with fate’s choice of pairing him with a human, but when circumstances out of his control arise, he finds himself responsible for Warren whether he likes it or not.In a new world where nothing is ever as black and white as it seems, the pair will have to overcome their preconceived notions, look past the surface, and learn to trust all over again if they have any hope of surviving Armageddon.
My Maven, My Everything
Joyee Flynn - 2011
The members possess the ability to hear the souls of the dead, and they travel the country speaking for those without a voice, helping to lay them to rest. After a particularly stressful job, Mad heads to New Orleans and picks up a hot twink in the hotel bar.Josh McGreggor is out for a night of pleasure before heading off to a new job. The perfect man who invites him over to his table is the answer to his desires. What neither expects is the strength of their feelings after one night's passion or that, come the light of day, they can't bear to part.Can these two men navigate through the minefield that arises from their roles to find love, or will they be destined to continue their lives all alone?
His Enemy Lover
Marcy Jacks - 2013
Hawke West, a skilled assassin, is sent on a mission to kidnap any important member of a rich vampire house in the hopes of finally starting an open war instead of allowing the vampires to pick them off. The problem is that the vampire he kidnaps is the very one who freed him from slavery as a child, and now he finds himself not only protecting him from his vampire-hating village, but also falling for him.William Delany was running from an arranged marriage when Hawke came back into his life. Though their former relationship was of a master and servant, they were still children together, and he hasn't forgotten the man, and Hawke has become very handsome indeed. Now, Will's only concern is whether he should escape or stay with Hawke where his future, and the length of his life, will be uncertain.
Roman's Silent Mate
Sydney Lain - 2012
When he arrived half a century ago, the human world was chaotic with supernaturals challenging and killing each other. After working to build a stable world, Roman still dreams of finding his mate.Micah Evans refuses to love anyone. With everyone he's ever cared for dead, he believes his love is bad luck. Living on the streets, Micah walks a lonely path as he hides from vampires and shifters out to get him.One dark night, Roman saves Micah from an attack. Discovering his mate should be a happy time, but Roman now needs to convince his human mate that love is worth it. If that wasn't bad enough, he has to keep the supernatural world from falling apart and his mate safe from shifters and vampires. Worst of all, Micah continues to hide the reason he's being hunted.
Fangs & All
Stormy Glenn - 2012
It’s his baby. When Samuel Harden walks through the door and applies for a job as a bouncer, Kane is pretty sure the man is a good fit for the position. One look at Samuel and Kane is positive the gorgeous mountain of a man is perfect for another position—specifically one in Kane’s bed.Samuel has a few surprises of his own—mainly the fact that not only does he have fangs and drink blood, but he is in another coven’s territory without permission. As Kane expresses his interest in Samuel, he’s drawn into a world he never even knew existed, one filled with danger and betrayal. Only by making a deal with a man that seems like the devil himself can Kane save Samuel from a fate worse than death. But the cost of that deal might be more than a mere human can survive.
Alpha Bourne
Lynn Hagen - 2015
An opposing alpha who'd retired has returned, and he's brought chaos with him. He wants Talyn to hand over his omega. When Talyn refuses, Ethan McBride sends Gabriel Taylor, a man who Talyn kidnaps in order to teach Ethan a lesson. But it's Talyn who learns that sometimes the lines between enemy and lover are blurred.Gabriel has no idea why he was chosen to confront Alpha Talyn Bourne. He hasn’t a clue what he's doing and ends up being captured. What confuses him is that Talyn treats him like a guest, not a hostile enemy. When feelings begin to blossom between them, Gabriel knows he has to escape. Trouble is, Gabriel's very own coalition is trying to kill him. But that isn’t his only complication. Talyn has gone into primal heat and has set his sights on Gabriel.
A Tiny Matchmaker for Two Star-Crossed Mates
Anya Byrne - 2015
He knows that he deserves it—what use could anyone have for a tiny, pathetic werewolf like him? In a last bid for survival, he seeks refuge with the Lone Wolf Pack—but he has no expectations or hopes for the future. He definitely doesn't expect to find his mate.Braendan is one of the oldest Sidhe on earth. Endless centuries of loneliness have made him bitter and irritable, and when he meets the adorable werewolf, he reacts poorly and makes the worst first impression to the man—to his mate.Both men are broken in different ways, and both think they are no good for one another. Shannon Simmons might be only a baby, but he will have none of that nonsense. Sometimes, adults need all the help they can get—and really, if he nudges them in the right direction, who can blame him?
Bed and Breakfast
Scarlet Hyacinth - 2011
A want ad falls into his hands, advertising a position for "bed and breakfast." When he looks into it, Moss realizes the job is to provide sex and blood to kin lord Vane Bloodmoor.In his capacity as a kin lord, Vane works to control the bloodkin from killing humans during feeding. His life's motto is to always keep control and not lose himself to his instincts. But Moss awakens unfamiliar feelings inside Vane. Intrigued, he offers Moss a job as a secretary and blood donor. Moss is unable to refuse or to resist the bloodkin's allure.But there are more powerful forces at work. Vane and Moss soon find themselves thrust in a political plot that threatens to destabilize the world order as they know it. Faced with impossible odds, can the fragile bond survive?Note: This book was previously published with another publisher and has been extensively revised and expanded.
The Last Dire Wolf
Kelex - 2016
The crossing of wolven bloodlines is forbidden. Yet Eirik, supreme alpha and king of the wolves, is tired of hiding his love for Gunnar. The last of his kind, he’s cursed to be without a mate during his long life. He refuses his destiny and seeks solace with one of those closest to him.King’s guard Gunnar knew he could never expect to stand at the king’s side when he let the man take him to bed, no matter how much he began to crave it over the decades. He’d given his life to be a member of the elite warriors, not a king’s consort, but he can’t stop wishing the king could be his.Moments before Eirik can change the laws governing their world, an old enemy comes bearing a unique gift. Perhaps Eirik’s not the last of his kind after all.
Jaguar Mate
S.A. Welsh - 2010
The last thing he needs is to find out that Pack Valley is much weirder than it seems or that his first love Kyle and his family have a tendency to purr when happy.Everything crashes together one night- from bullies and abusers getting what they deserve to a black jaguar protecting and claiming his mate. Can Jay deal with being claimed by his best friend or will fear of rejection stop him taking a chance?CONTENT CAUTION: Contains human sexual contact with shifter in animal form.
Pawprints
Anne Cain - 2007
Between classes, his part-time job at an animal hospital and volunteering at a no-kill shelter, he's not making time to try either. Just as he's ready to leave love for the birds, Adrian comes across a new guest at the shelter who turns out to be much more than the cute, black & white cat he first appears to be. The cat shifts form, becoming a gorgeous, naked man named Lal, and the sexual attraction between the two men is pure animal magnetism.Before Adrian knows it, he's falling for Lal faster than he can catch his breath. Never mind that his apartment doesn't allow pets, Lal is one cat he's not letting go of. But Adrian's new love is on the run from a former life that's about to catch up with them both.
Delany's Catch
Diana DeRicci - 2010
It was simple and uncomplicated. Delany Coltrane changed that. Turning a corner looking for an address, Del wasn't expecting to find the hot guy hidden under the stack of boxes, but couldn't regret needing to ask for directions. Not when Jake was his wolf's mate, and too damn sexy to ignore even if he weren't. But with money problems and safety at the bookstore an issue, can Del and Jake find a middle ground to let their attraction flourish? Because trust is essential to share Del's largest secret with Jake. A secret that encompasses not just Delany, but his whole family.
Liquid Crimson
Carol Lynne - 2010
Everything changed when Neo was kidnapped and tortured for over four hundred years at the hands of a vampire. After being turned into one of the monsters he'd come to despise, Neo refused to take his rightful place as king. How could he fairly govern the Realm if he hated what he'd become?In an attempt to make amends to his son, Zeus created a perfect mate for Neo. Michael was everything Neo had ever wanted and everything he knew he didn't deserve. With blood designed only for Neo, Michael quickly becomes the target of Neo's enemies.Soon it will become a daily battle to keep his mate safe and deal with his increasing addiction to the blood flowing from Michael's veins.
When Blood Beckons
Dawn H. Hawkes - 2010
Shy and embarrassed when he's caught red-handed watching the man in a small café, Mick doubted he'd ever see him again . . . but he was wrong. Ivan Gregori is a vampire used to looking out for danger and anything that can be interpreted as suspicious. So when Mick Charles starts following him, what's a vampire to do? Misunderstandings create havoc as Mick is drawn into a feud between Ivan and an old foe . . . but will these misunderstandings be what draw the two unlikely men towards each other and a future together?
Surprising a Perfect Mate
Anitra Lynn McLeod - 2012
With his entire life mapped out in detail, he knows exactly where he’s headed, and how he’s going to get there. Everything is right on schedule until fate tosses a hunky blond into his path.Surfer Skylar Bruedigan is as free-spirited as they come. He has no idea how he ended up naked in Vance’s office, but he doesn’t care once he gets a good look at the handsome number cruncher. All he wants now is Vance’s clothing gone as quickly as possible.Having his plans smashed to smithereens turns out to be the least of Vance’s worries. Indulging his lusts with Skylar means giving up his legendary control, but he could gain a profound connection if he does. The only question is will he be able to handle what their joining unleashes?