He relishes crushing his opponents in the boardroom as much as he enjoys the many women who grace his bed. But his newest adversary is like none he's ever met before… Free-spirited gardener Flora Golding is all that stands between Massimo and the acquisition of the stunning Italian palazzo she's hiding herself away in—but his plan to seduce the antagonistic beauty only serves to make this deal even sweeter! Only Massimo hasn't counted on Flora's passion blurring that vital line between business and pleasure…

    But her flair for business can't help with her latest problem—finding a fake boyfriend for a weekend away with her boss!Valentino Ventura, maverick of the racing world, is Miller's polar opposite. Yet helping buttoned-up Miller let her hair—and whatever else she wants—down is an irresistible temptation…especially when Tino gets under her ice-cool demeanor and discovers a woman as hot as one of his cars!

    Chase Bryant has his own reasons for escaping it all. As long as they both know this paradise is just for one week with no messy emotions all should be fine. But neither of these two damaged souls is ready for the Pandora's Box of emotions that their intense passion unleashes...

    A steamy night together. That's all Rhys Walker signs on for when Charlotte "Charlie" Long sashays across his path. Sure, maybe he catches a glimpse of forever in her eyes. But the brush-off note the gorgeous brunette leaves the next morning says it all, doesn't it? Time to move on.Rhys never expects that moving on actually means reconnecting with Charlie. Or that her big news changes everything. Becoming a father now, under these circumstances, never factored into his plans. Yet he's not as upset as he thought. Because now he has the opportunity to explore that glimpse of forever...and turn it into reality.

    Their strong mutual attraction leads them to a night of mad, passionate love.Then Catherine learns she is pregnant! She tells Finn the truth, and they embark on a marriage of convenience for the baby's sake. But what happens to the simmering passion that drew them together in the first place? Can they resist the temptation, or will they risk it all for a real marriage?

    The baby's father was gone, killed serving his country in Iraq. And nineteen-year-old Noelle was barely making ends meet putting herself through college and working part-time. So when her take-charge boss, Devlin Hunter, offered to marry her--in a purely temporary business arrangement--how could she possibly refuse?Dev wanted to do the right thing for a woman in need. But he didn't anticipate that his beautiful bride, wed in a marriage of convenience, would stir his hardened heart. This platonic partnership was rapidly headed down the road to romance....

    Because just as Sadie Matthews is giving notice, Ethan Hart, CEO of his family’s chocolate business, receives surprise guardianship of a baby girl. Now he needs his trusted assistant more than ever. Sadie can’t leave Ethan in the lurch. But sharing close quarters means the hidden spark between them just might ignite!

    Soon she discovers that her charming stranger is the proud son of a sheikh, heir to the throne of Kuimar, and used to getting exactly what he wants. And he wants Lydia. Amir fulfills her every desire, and their passion seems to know no bounds. Lydia knows she has broken the rules by falling in love. Too late, she discovers why…

    and one bride not afraid of some covert rearranging!When Tara Sundaram learns that her father has found the perfect husband, she's not convinced. She may be from a traditional Indian family, but she is far from conventional. Perhaps she should check out her future husband in secret — just in case!When Tara bumps into Vikram Krishnan — all six feet of deliciousness — her blushes betray her outward coolness. Maybe marriage to Vikram will have its perks! But before she says 'yes', Tara has a few little rules for her husband-to-be.Only she hadn't counted on Vikram being just as keen to throw out the rule books as her...!

    And now he's desperate for something only wholesome Emily Stanfield can provide: a room at her inn.But Emily's tired of her choir-girl rep. Sex-ravenous and determined, she's facing a tantalizing dilemma: can she entice Colin to some holiday cheer under the sheets--and trust him to secrecy after the deal is done? Because one slip and everybody will be gossiping about Tall Pine's poster girl having the delicious Colin.Unless, of course, one steamy night turns into something even these folks couldn't predict...

    All Allison Landry had to do was date software CEO Rick Hunter for a few months. In return, he'd help fund her financially strapped charity. How could a woman refuse? Especially when he came wrapped up in the most gorgeous masculine package Allison had ever seen.Footloose bachelor Rick had a reputation to uphold - but continuing his playboy ways meant losing the only home he'd ever known. Which made Allison so perfect - after all, neither of them was looking for a permanent relationship. Yet the beguiling good girl was soon making him dream about forever after - and Rick knew he'd do whatever it took to seal "this" deal with a kiss....

    Or so it seems, until their professional relationship gives way to one hot, impassioned night…and then he has her arrested for embezzlement! She may have escaped a prison sentence, but Sirena knows she'll be shackled to Zesiger by more than just the past. With Raoul determined to recover the debt she owes him, Sirena is torn between guilt and an impossible attraction. But what will happen when Raoul uncovers the truth behind her theft?

    She left Queensbay, determined to leave her past behind. Now, after a mysterious inheritance she's back in town. And she's determined to make a new home for herself. Jake Owen's never forgotten his time with Colleen. It might have been ten years ago, but no one - no woman - has ever quite measured up. But he was - and is - a small town guy. And he wasn't good enough for her then. But can he show her that small town doesn't mean small time? Will he convince her that a small town guy holds the key to her heart - and her happiness? Find out if Jake Owen can win over Colleen McShane in book 6 of Drea Stein's Queensbay series.

    With The Slave as her guide, disciplined client Elliot won't be able to resist her offer of sexual submission!

    Despite their ever-present chemistry, she’s done with a life of royal scrutiny. Until a positive pregnancy test makes walking away impossible…For the sake of their baby, former playboy Dante demands Beatrice give palace life another chance. But she demands that this time, their marriage must be different. It’s up to Dante to balance his duty with desire, if he’s to keep his princess by his side!From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.