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Breathless (The Beaumonts Book 9)


Angie Daniels - 2015
    After the death of her fiancé, Sedona Beaumont had given up on love until she meets nice and oh-so-naughty shipfitter Keith Falcon. The gorgeous hunk has a body that promises hours of tantalizing pleasure, and with every breathless moment they share, Sedona starts to believe there really is a thing called second chances. Keith never believed in luck until the sexy motivational speaker responded to his online profile. After spending years admiring her from a distance, he’s determined to finally claim Sedona in every way. Only there is something he isn’t telling her. And once Sedona stumbles across the truth, she will have to decide if she’ll forgive Keith and make the holiday better than either have ever imagined. Because once he loves, he loves for life. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Angie Daniels is a free spirit who isn’t afraid to say what’s on her mind or even better, write about it. Since strutting onto the literary scene in five-inch heels, she’s been capturing her audience’s attention with her wild imagination and love for alpha men. The USA Today Bestselling Author has written over twenty-five novels for imprints such as BET Arabesque, Harlequin/Kimani Romance and Kensington/ Dafina and Kensington/Aphrodisia Books. For more information about upcoming releases, and to connect with Angie on Facebook, please visit her website at www.angiedaniels.com.

Cherished by You


Victoria H. Smith - 2017
     For Roxie and Griffin, the journey has been the best part. The strength of Griffin’s love has tested Roxie beyond belief. It forced her to take a look at herself, expose herself, and fight for the man who cares so much about her. For Griffin, the love of a woman named Roxie allowed him to come into his own. He discovered things about himself he might not have known were possible if not for her. She helped him grow into the man he always knew he could be. They’ve been through a lot and now that the struggles of the past are gone, they can move forward with the next phase of their lives. CHERISHED BY YOU is an extended novella that shows not only where the couple is now, but where they’re headed. The story takes place a few years after LOVED BY YOU and features many of the couple’s friends and loved ones who have been important throughout the series. There will be laughter. There will be heartache as well, but there will also be love. So much love. CHERISHED BY YOU is the finale to Roxie and Griffin’s story and was created for all those who wanted more with a few surprises along the way. The story is considered an extended novella at 55,400 words.

Beasts: New Beginnings


Natavia - 2016
    Goon’s sons Kanye and Akea, have grown up and are experiencing love for the first time with their mates. Kanye, is stubborn and is next in line to be the next “Alpha.” Akea, is the outcast in the pack. Akea feels like being the outcast is his rightful place because he doesn’t have the beast trait like everyone else in the pack. Will the two brother’s get along or will they become enemies? Monifa is dating a human jock at their college but her heart desires someone else. She is secretly in love with a beast, but does the beast feel the same about her? The love/hate relationship Monifa has with the one she secretly loves spirals out of control because of betrayal. Osiris, the prince of “Anubi” is cast away to earth because his evil witch, aunt Meda has bigger plans for him. Osiris is left with two choices, fight for his world or join the Underworld. Which choice will he take? In this new beginnings of the beasts, love is being tested, rules of the pack are being broken and not everyone are who they seem. New love is brewing while old love is being destroyed. Will the offspring survive fighting for love or will the past destroy the pack? Join the New Beginnings of the offspring as they start a new journey of their own.

Adrian


Sosie Frost - 2021
    But I never expected to be propositioned by my sweet, virginal best friend.Clover’s a beautiful, pint-sized serving of mischief, but she’s far too innocent to spend a night with a man as rough as me. She doesn’t know what she’s asking…or what happens to curious girls who tangle themselves in my sheets. She calls it purely platonic procreation.I call it a mistake. Unfortunately, Clover’s picked the worst time to sneak into my bed. Between my recovery from a near career-ending injury and my responsibilities as captain, I can’t be distracted by my best friend surrendering herself to my most forbidden fantasy. Because when one night becomes two, and two becomes three…Is it worth sacrificing our friendship if this could become so much more?ADRIAN is a safe, best-friends-to-lovers baby-making romantic comedy featuring a too-hot-for-the-ice hockey player. With a guaranteed happily-ever-after and those famous hockey glutes, this new sports romance from Wall-Street Journal Best Selling Author Sosie Frost is so naughty you should read it in the penalty box.

The Pretend Girlfriend


Raven Rivers - 2016
    For a day, Kylee experiences record sales, and Jason decides that they could help each other out: Kylee can pose as his new girlfriend for the press, and Kylee in turn will get tons of publicity for her bakery. And Jason’s ex, Hannah, just might get the message and move on. What starts out as a brilliant business arrangement gets muddy when two attractive people are thrown together into a play and forced to pretend true love. When things turn confusing for the pair, how can they tell their true feelings apart from the acting? And are either of them worth telling the truth and risk losing each other forever? **** This is a standalone full length BWWM romance novel with an HEA.****

Intercepted


Alexa Martin - 2018
    But there's a new player on the horizon, and he's in a league of his own...Marlee Harper is the perfect girlfriend. She's definitely had enough practice by dating her NFL-star boyfriend for the last ten years. But when she discovers he has been tackling other women on the sly, she vows to never date an athlete again. There's just one problem: Gavin Pope, the new hotshot quarterback and a fling from the past, has Marlee in his sights.Gavin fights to show Marlee he's nothing like her ex. Unfortunately, not everyone is ready to let her escape her past. The team's wives, who never led the welcome wagon, are not happy with Marlee's return. They have only one thing on their minds: taking her down. But when the gossip makes Marlee public enemy number one, she worries about more than just her reputation.Between their own fumbles and the wicked wives, it will take a Hail Mary for Marlee and Gavin's relationship to survive the season.

Half Time Baby


July Knight - 2016
    One injured MVP. Both of their careers are on the line. Bad-boy Colt Evans is known as one of the best quarterbacks in the league. But when he leaves the field he's only known for his arrogance and soiled reputation. While off-season he severely injures his knee and since he is already walking on thin ice with his coaches, he can't tell them. He turns to his agent, Daniella, for help and she knows just the person... Ivy Ramsey is an out of work therapist who has been having a challenging time finding a job. Her sorority sister Daniella convinces her that it would do wonders for her career if she were to rehabilitate Colt. As Ivy gets Colt prepared for the upcoming season they make progress on and off the field. Neither of them were looking for love but they found it and so much more... CAUTION: Includes hot interracial sex scenes! HEA no Cliffhangers!

Marrying Her Greek Billionaire


Tiana Cole - 2016
    and sneaky. Should she marry him? Jessica Smith loves her work as a business lawyer -- except for her ill-tempered boss. Yes, he’s gorgeous, but Bastion Kosta’s temper is so bad his nickname is the Kraken. She’s looking forward to finding a new job -- until Bastion makes her an offer he can’t refuse. As a Greek national, Bastion needs a legal way to stay in the US -- and marrying Jessica looks like the perfect solution. She’s not only beautiful, she’s smart, ambitious, and not afraid to stand up to him. With all his billions, he can buy her anything she wants or needs to sweeten the deal. But to convince Immigration, their marriage has to look real -- and soon, it faces all-too-real opposition. Bastion’s mother wants to drive them apart, Immigration is still suspicious, Jessica’s family is devastated by her deception … and now she’s carrying Bastion’s child. Will she be left alone with a baby, or can she and Bastion salvage a real relationship from their ruse? **** This is a standalone full length BWWM romance novel with an HEA. ****

Crimson Bird


L.B. Keen - 2017
    One: A Vampires word is law Two: Their food, the third sex are known as Damphirs Three: Love is for those who can afford to buy it. And Bird wishes to be free of all three. Bird, a Damphir bought once she completed training, lives her life with the Wellings Noble family never completely accepted, and never fully rejected. Living a half existence, thinking that every Damphir is living the same existence as she. She endures, and takes each day one by one. A game of cards at a midnight ball changes everything... Finding herself the prize at a card game, Bird is dragged into a world far more decadent world then she ever thought possible. Desired for her looks, she will be offered a chance of freedom, for a small price...she must seduce the First Prince and dash his heart against the cold stones of the palace. A game of Hearts... First Prince, Talon Ellison does not desire the crown, but he going to do his duty of securing the throne from his conniving brothers. Yet, a Damphir gifted to him by his devious brother, causes him to begin doubting his desire to fulfill his duty, and live up to the expectations of his father. Talon is determined to torture Bird, to make her break, but with each taste, with each touch, Talon finds himself losing this dangerous game.

Game, Set, Match


Nana Malone - 2010
    On the court, he's down forty-love. A knee injury is shutting down his game, and the paparazzi are splashing his love life on every magazine. A comeback is in order, but the makeover he needs to save his faltering career is in the hands of the woman he loved and left fifteen years ago.While single-mom, Izzy Connors, sees people for who they really are through the lens of her camera, even without it, she knows Jason isn't the star he appears to be. Although his charm and good looks haven't dimmed since he broke her heart, all she sees is his wasted talent and playboy lifestyle.Can Izzy put the past behind her and help Jason get his game, and his image, back on track? Or will the click of her camera shatter his world as well as his heart?Librarian's note: Alternate cover edition of ASIN B0090QWA1M.

Breaking Free


Juliana Haygert - 2013
    To others, her family and her relationship with Eric is perfect. But she knows the truth. She lives it.After a fire takes her grandma's life and kills her horse, Hannah's immaculate life spirals out of control. Her father disapproves of her decision to run her grandma’s ranch instead of focusing solely on learning the family business; Animal Control brings her Argus, a mistreated horse that she can't turn away even though she's not ready for another horse; and her boyfriend, Eric Bennett, a world famous polo player, becomes possessive and authoritarian. Despite her best efforts to disguise it, Hannah grows wary of him.Then, Leonardo Fernandes struts onto the polo scene. A cocky rookie with a messy life of his own, he’s drawn to Hannah and isn’t afraid of showing it, even when Eric makes it clear she is his and he’ll do whatever it takes to keep it that way. Hannah suffers for Eric’s jealousy. The abuse only gets worse when Leo steals the title of best polo player in the world from Eric.But the title isn’t enough for Leo. He wants Hannah too, and she can’t deny her attraction to him either. Somehow, she must find a way to break free from abusive Eric before he breaks every bone in her body.Author's note: this book contains scenes of domestic violence, mentions of animal cruelty, strong language, sex scenes (no rape!), and a HEA.The Breaking Series:Breaking Free (Book 1)Breaking Away (Book 2)Breaking Through (Book 3)Breaking Down (Book 4)*All books are standalone and can be read out of order.

Quarterback's Unwanted Baby


Nicki Jackson - 2016
    A private rehabilitation contract for an injured football player will offer her just that, giving her a summer alone with her client and her son. Not so bad, right? But her client is no ordinary athlete. He’s Gerard Blackstone: sex icon, the man who broke her heart years ago—and the father of her son. The hurt between them goes deep, but so does their passion. Will they cling to their scars and drown in the past? Or will the sparks between the former lovers ignite a wild and searing inferno? Note: This story contains passionate scenes of epic proportions between a sexy, white billionaire and an ebony beauty!

Sam - Illegal Matters


Blue Saffire - 2016
    Two brothers, and a sister. My name is Sam, Sam Mairettie, but you are about to learn that I go by another name. To know where I am going you will have to know where I have been. So here is the begin of my story. You need to know the beginning to understand the end. *This is Book 5.0 in the Legally Bound Series a novella in the bestselling Legally Bound Series placed after book 4 in the Legally Bound Series but before Legally Bound V Legally Unbound. Blue Saffire’s books are written to weave, loop and intertwine with one another. You will find that the series build together for a greater experience. **This book has strong language and sexual content. This Book is for Mature Readers 18+ ***To keep up with release dates sign up to the mailing list at www.bluesaffire.com This is the read order for the best experience. Legally Bound 1 Legally Bound 2: Against the Law Legally Bound 3: His Law Perfect For Me 1 Hush 1: Family Business Ballers 1: His Game Brothers Black 1: Wyatt the Heart Breaker Legally Bound 4: Allegations of Love Hush 2: Slow Burn Legally Bound 5.0: Sam Illegally Matters Ballers 2: His Final Play Legally Bound 5.1: Tasha Illegally Dealings Brothers Black 2: Noah the Beast coming soon …

The Billionaire CEO


Jolie Day - 2015
     Samantha Lowman: It was bad enough that I had to work the Help Desk, something that at my level of experience I should definitely not be doing. But then I had to get a call from him…Jeremy Hoffman. I’d heard that the successful CEO could be a bit of…a jerk. But when I walked into his office I nearly had to pick up my jaw from the ground. His corporate picture did him no justice. He was all muscle, sex and power sitting behind his big CEO desk. Jeremy Hoffman: All I need is for my damn computer to get fixed and for the proposal to be recovered. The last thing I need is a mouthy, sassy, sexy as hell distraction like Samantha Lowman. But she’s my only hope if I’m not going to lose everything I’ve worked so hard for. How will I be able to spend all night working to this beautiful woman, when all I can focus on is her killer curves? It’s going to be one hell of a night. ♥ WARNING: This BBW Alpha Billionaire Romance contains mature themes and language. It is intended to be enjoyed by an 18+ audience only. Read at your own risk! BONUS ★★★★★ 3 romance bonus stories included! Special surprise gift included, too! GRAB YOUR COPY NOW!

A Reservation for One


LaShawn Vasser - 2017
    . . tragic. A disaster. A catastrophe. She wanted off the break-up and make-up crazy train that left her unable to recognize herself. Her plan. End the ridiculousness and focus on getting control of her life. His plan. Which one? Love’s plan. Amp up the crazy. Love and life were about to get much more complicated. PLEASE NOTE: A Reservation for One is a 2-Part series. This NOVELLA is a traditional sweet romance and ends in a cliff-hanger. It is adult in nature and is for mature audiences only.