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Arranged


R.K. Lilley - 2019
    The money held the power. The beauty followed the rules and jumped through the hoops.THE BRIDEI knew what everyone would think if they knew the truth about my marriage. They'd be shocked and appalled. And rightly so. I was a young, modern, independent woman, and I'd done the unthinkable. I'd sold my virginity to a spoiled, rich boy. To a stranger who didn’t love me. And yes, I'd done it all for money.THE GROOMMy bride was as gorgeous as she was unwelcome. As desirable as she was unwanted. I wanted nothing to do with her, but that didn’t seem to matter exactly the second she got close enough to touch. I wanted her to hate me more than she loved the millions she’d sold herself for. I wanted to spurn her, but unfortunately, I wanted to fuck her more.ARRANGED is a standalone erotic romance.

Riley & Kane


Alexa Riley - 2018
    Warning: It’s the best of Alexa and Jessa smashed together with all the gooey steam you love! It’s okay if you like it...we won’t tell!Now You've Done It Tawny lost her dad years ago, and his best friend Gavin promised to look after her. Now Gavin is stirring feelings in her that she no longer wants to hide, but will teasing him do the trick?Gavin promised to protect Tawny from danger, but what he should have been protecting her from was himself. She’s pushed him to the edge and now there’s no holding back. But will she like what she’s begging for? Warning: Gavin’s desires have turned from being her father to being her daddy...and you know what that means! It’s the best of our Riley/Kane duo in this hot little quickie!

Sarah's Child


Linda Howard - 1985
    And it robbed Sarah Harper of her best friend. In the two years since the tragedy, Sarah has wanted to reach out to Rome, but she knew she needed to stay away, guarding the secret she had kept from him and Diane all those years -- that she was in love with her best friend's husband. But now Rome needs her. And though another woman will hold his heart forever, Sarah agrees to be his wife, knowing that everything has a price, including love. Then something totally unexpected rekindles her hidden hope that a marriage of convenience will become a union of love. Will Rome keep fighting his own growing need for a woman who dares him to believe there are second chances in life... or will he give in to the healing power of love and miracles?

Lone Star Baby Bombshell


Lauren Canan - 2015
    It wasn't until the rancher left her Texas town that she discovered he was Hollywood heartthrob Jace Compton—and she was pregnant with his baby. Now he's back, and Kelly won't be fooled twice. Jace bought a local ranch to escape the rat race. But when he runs into Kelly and finds out she's had his child—that settles it. He's ready to make Kelly his, no matter how many demons from the past are standing in his way…

The Boy on the Bridge


Sam Mariano - 2021
    I saw someone hurting and wanted to help. I saw someone possibly in danger and wanted to make sure he was safe.There’s nothing safe about Hunter Maxwell, though. I thought there might be. I fell under his spell. Whatever the world saw when they looked at him, it wasn’t what he showed me. The bond we formed was real. I know it was real. But with Hunter, when the tides turn, you’d better hope you’re safely on the shore and out of his reach.I thought I was a strong enough swimmer to keep my head above water. I thought if it came down to it, I could resist his pull.I didn’t know, but now I do.Once Hunter sets his sights on you, there’s no such thing as out of his reach. Whether it’s today, tomorrow, or five years from now, he’s coming for me—and when he does, he won’t stop until he’s destroyed me.***The Boy on the Bridge contains mature, adult content and is only recommended for adult readers.

With Us


Layla Frost - 2017
    My wild love affair was Netflix without the chill. I had no business dating the older man who looked as though he'd stepped out of an expensive advertisement.But he was determined to have me.Wickedly sweet, Theo gently and strategically pulled me from my rut, handing me the world in the process. Growing up with nothing, I suddenly found myself with everything. More than I'd even known to dream of.But shadows play tricks on the eyes, and life wasn’t always what it seemed. With Us…It was better.Warning: Recommended for readers 18+ due to adult content, language, and situations.

Trapped by Vialli's Vows


Chantelle Shaw - 2014
    So when a shocking accident steals Marnie's memories, he seizes his chance. Convincing Marnie that she's his fiancée is Leandro's only chance to secure his legacy. But before Leandro can say, "I do," the past comes crashing back and Marnie remembers everything…

Trust Me (Alpha Men, #7)


Hope Ford - 2019
    It’s what I do. The feeling to possess her, to claim her, overcomes me. I act like she has a choice on whether she gets to leave or not. But she doesn’t. I assume whoever hurt her is probably still out there. And I'm going to make sure she never hurts again. Chloe I’m stronger than I thought. I left my husband if you want to call him that. He hurt me more than anyone ever knew. When I finally getaway, I meet Kolton. I find true happiness in his arms. But can it last? Each book in the series can be read on its own. WARNING: There are references to physical abuse. So this may be a trigger for some. This is a Steamy, Sweet, Short Story Romance! Each one in the series can be read on its own. No Cliffhangers! If you love short romances with insta love, hot love scenes, and a sweet story, then this one is for you.

Just Like Breathing


Diana Gardin - 2018
    "Diana Gardin has proven why she's my new, go-to Romance author." - #1 New York Times Bestselling author Rachel van Dyken Her broken pieces are the only thing holding him together... Arden One moment, one twist of fate’s cruel hand--and I lost everything. My soul broke into a million pieces I didn’t know how to put back together... until him. He dragged me through hell and brought me back. But when he saw the person behind the destruction, he hesitated. Flash It didn’t take more than a few seconds for the life I knew to crash and burn. With no anchor, I reached out. I didn’t expect to grab onto someone more broken than me... But when she exhaled the first breath of air into my lungs, I knew damn well I wasn’t good enough for her. The only question was how long could I hold on?

Freight Trained


Sarah Curtis - 2016
    Years of dedication and an I don't give a f*ck attitude turned him into a champion. Then tragedy changed the course of his life once more.Buying a ranch on the outskirts of a small town, he planned to spend the rest of his days training horses, removed from society and the temptation of letting anyone close.And then he saw her. Tired of substitute teaching and unable to afford to move from her parents home, Abigail O'Neal jumped at the chance to start a new life away from the big city in the small town of Jasper Falls.Shy and socially awkward, she wanted the chance to be a different version of herself. But breaking out of her shell turned out to be harder than she thought.Until she met him. Who knew Abby's resemblance to a dead woman would make her the target of someone's sinister deeds.Can a hardened cowboy and a shy little mouse beat the odds, preventing tragedy from striking again? ***This is a full-length, standalone, steamy contemporary romance with a HEA. Due to sex and language, it is recommended for persons over 18.***

The Mistress Mistake


Lynda Chance - 2013
    She desperately needs a few things that her moral values can't buy: food, shelter, a chance for a better life. Connor Montgomery is tortured with guilt from the past and wants only one thing from Jessica, something he's very willing to pay her for. Setting her up as his mistress seems like the perfect idea. But how long can a situation continue that was a mistake from the very beginning?

Until Mallory


Ella Fox - 2018
    That could be because the temporary rental she's in is a dump, or it might be that the police just kicked in the door of said rental and came in with their weapons drawn.Officer John Wright is stunned to realize the girl standing in front of him with her hands up is the former neighbor he's pined over for years. Now that he's finally got her within his sights, he plans never to let her go.

Maggie's Dad


Diana Palmer - 1995
    But small-town lies tore their young love apart, forcing Antonia to flee.Years later, she's returned to find Powell raising a daughter alone. Fatherhood hasn't tempered his wild side or his feelings for the one woman he's always wanted—Antonia.Not even her pride could make her ignore the eager pull of her heartstrings. And taking a chance at a future family with Powell was simply too irresistible....

The Arabian Mistress


Lynne Graham - 2001
    She hadn't seen Tariq for a year...since their wedding. But Faye's brother was imprisoned in Tariq's homeland, and only Tariq could grant his freedom.Faye expected her meeting with the man she'd married to be tough, but Tariq's ultimatum took her breath away: become his mistress and her brother would be released!

Poisoned Paradise


Lucy Smoke - 2021
    The worst mistake I could have ever possibly made. I fell in love with the wrong person and … I told him.Ryan’s always been with me ever since I can remember. It’s been the two of us—side by side. Through every new beginning, every new ‘family’, and every failure. Is it any wonder that the love I had for him turned into something different—something deeper? Something utterly rotten?And is it any wonder that he hates me for it now?RyanI’m a damaged soul, and she’s the only thing that’s ever held me together. But the one woman I want is the one woman I can never have.She thinks I hate her for her confession, and maybe a part of me does. What I hate more, though, is that I have to push her away to keep her safe. That I have to pretend like I don’t fucking want her when she’s all I’ve been able to think about for the last six years.We’re no fucking Romeo and Juliet. We’re much worse than that.A love like ours was doomed from the start.**NOTE FROM THE AUTHOR: Alright guys, I’m gonna need your trust on this one. This might seem like a crazy idea and I assure you, it is. But I’m here, on my knees now, for you―asking you to trust me. TRUST. IN. ME. It’s gonna be fine. Just get to the end and you’ll understand why I had to do this. This is a STANDALONE book.**