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The Billionaire's Marriage Contract (Clean Billionaire Fake Marriage Romance Series Book 2)
Melody Archer - 2019
The town calls him the Beast of Paradise Lake. So, he stays hidden in his mansion on the hill.
But, his great-grandfather’s will states he must marry in 60 days to receive his inheritance... the Silver Mine that he's wanted since childhood.
Beautiful Bella Campbell is determined to prove her independence to her father.
But, with her Dad’s sudden heart attack, she is forced her to finish his design contract with the beastly Jack Stevenson.
Love wasn’t part of the plan.
It's only for one year. What could possibly go wrong with a marriage contract?
If you like strong but wounded heroes and feisty but scarred heroines, you'll love this marriage-of-convenience sweet romance!
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The Boss's Virgin
Bella Grant - 2017
Sue me! I’ve lost an important investor and the woman I was going to marry. The last thing I need is distraction caused by an annoying, beautiful stranger. I admit, when she bumped into me, I acted like a total jerk - I didn’t plan on seeing her again. Except I do. In my house. It turns out I invited her. Angelina is irresistible, but I’ve sworn off women. She couldn’t possibly tempt me. Wrong again. It didn’t take long before we were tangled in my sheets, and then another surprise, she’s a virgin. A freaking virgin. Now I feel like a bigger jerk. This copy contains ENEMIES-IN-BED, an exclusive hot story available only when you download this book!
The Detective Kay Hunter Box Set Books 1-3
Rachel Amphlett - 2018
But Detective Kay Hunter isn’t convinced, especially when a man is found dead with the ransom money still in his possession. When a second schoolgirl is taken, Kay’s worst fears are realised. With her career in jeopardy and desperate to conceal a disturbing secret, Kay’s hunt for the killer becomes a race against time before he claims another life. For the killer, the game has only just begun… Will to Live When a packed commuter train runs over a body on a stretch of track known to locals as ‘Suicide Mile’, it soon transpires that the man was a victim of a calculated murder. As the investigation evolves and a pattern of murders is uncovered, Detective Sergeant Kay Hunter realises the railway’s recent reputation may be the work of a brutal serial killer. With a backlog of cold cases to investigate and attempting to uncover who is behind a professional vendetta against her, Kay must keep one step ahead of both the killer and her own adversaries. When a second murder takes place within a week of the first, she realises the killer’s timetable has changed, and she’s running out of time to stop him… One to Watch Sophie Whittaker shared a terrifying secret. Hours later, she was dead.Detective Kay Hunter and her colleagues are shocked by the vicious murder of a teenage girl at a private party in the Kentish countryside. A tangled web of dark secrets is exposed as twisted motives point to a history of greed and corruption within the tight-knit community. Confronted by a growing number of suspects and her own enemies who are waging a vendetta against her, Kay makes a shocking discovery that will make her question her trust in everyone she knows. One to Watch is a gripping murder mystery thriller, and the third in the Detective Kay Hunter series.
Dalai Lama : The Best Teachings of The Dalai Lama, Journey to a Happy, Fulfilling and Meaningful Life.
J. Thomas - 2014
Regularly priced at $ 4.99. Read on your PC, MAC, smart phone or Kindle Device. Why is The Dalai Lama always smiling? I’m sure I’m not the only one who has asked myself this question. This is a man who has practically lost his country and is now living as the frugal exiled leader of the Tibetans. Why is he smiling? To us there is no logical reason for him to maintain such a sunny deposition – so why does he? It’s called happiness! This book explores the Dalai Lama’s teachings on how to achieve the happiness he displays so easily. Beneath the deepness of his words are concepts so easy to understand, you’ll wonder why you didn’t realize them before now. This book will reveal;
What true happiness really is
Why love and compassion are the entry points to happiness and how you can cultivate these concepts and apply them in your daily life
The things you might be doing that are causing you unhappiness and how to wean yourself off these habits gradually for a happier you
What real wisdom is and how it affects your perception of your own suffering, other people and their actions and how to train your mind to reinterpret these events in the correct way
Why and how to cultivate mindfulness and incorporate meditation practices into your daily life and increase your enjoyment of your life right now as well.
Much, much more!
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Her Beast of a Billionaire Boss
Lucy McConnell - 2019
Welcome to The Cove With heavy iron gates, two security stations, and a groundskeeper's cottage, The Cove has everything a billionaire could ask for in a home. Dubbed Billionaire Bachelor Cove because of the resident's single status and income portfolios, The Cove is the perfect place to hide away from the world. But, as the residents soon find out, they can't hide from love. Her Beast of a Billionaire Boss When Bella Creer’s father has a heart attack and is unable to finish his contract for Adam Moreau, a ruthless lawyer based in Seattle, she steps in to take his place and save The Cove Phase II. Adam, a billionaire who lives in a secluded castle on a cliff, is gruff, demanding, brilliant, and injured. An acid attack left its mark on Adam’s face but it’s his heart wounds that Bella sees clearly. As she takes on the management of a multi-billion-dollar project, Bella’s confidence in herself strengthens and her attraction to Adam grows. But Adam didn’t become the best lawyer in the state by making friends and the wolves circle, ready to attack him at his weakest. Bella will have to be stronger than she’s ever been just to survive. And, before it’s too late, she’ll need to realize that her true power lies in her ability to love beyond measure.
A Beauty to Seduce the Beastly Duke
Harriet Caves - 2021
Until the day her father comes with the news that she is to marry a Duke.After his horrible facial deformity, Magnus Highmore, Duke of Norwood, never intended to appear in society again; let alone marry. Left to handle his late father’s debts and decaying estate, marrying a wealthy and meek Lady seems to be his only option.What he never accounted for this marriage of convenience, was that his new bride would be nothing near meek. Or that he would find that strangely tempting. Until someone they know too well dares attack the only woman he ever loved....
Joy
Anne L. Watson - 2011
She restores historic carousels -- her dream career -- working from her own studio in a former roller skating rink. Though black herself, she spent her first years in a Basque immigrant community in Nevada, the adopted child of a single mother. And after the mother's death, she was raised by her Aunt Joy in a Catholic Worker house. Mirai has a lot going for her -- but then, why is everything suddenly falling apart? Her current, year-long carousel project is veering crazily out of control, in both schedule and budget. The guy who dumped her only months before has shown up married and -- as far as Mirai is concerned -- to the worst possible person. Her mother's death long ago is looking less and less like an accident. And Joy, the one person who has had her complete trust, may know more about that death than she has let Mirai believe. Mirai knows how to restore a carousel, but can she restore relationships with those she loves? Can she strip the old paint of past wrongs to prepare her life for new, more vibrant colors? And will her eyes be clear enough to spot the brass ring when it finally comes within reach? ///////////////////////////////////////////////// Anne L. Watson, a retired historic preservation architecture consultant, is the author of several novels, plus books on such diverse subjects as soapmaking and baking with cookie molds. She currently lives in Friday Harbor, Washington, in the San Juan Islands, with her husband and fellow author, Aaron Shepard. ///////////////////////////////////////////////// SAMPLE Next morning, I picked out Will's car parked on the street in front of the coffee shop. No room for doubt -- Will had a real screamer of a car, an old red Mustang convertible. Not that he described it that way. His version started off with "1964-1/2" for the model year and "poppy red" for the color, then veered into details about the color of certain key engine parts -- at which point I had always zoned out so far, I didn't hear the rest of the speech. There it sat, parked at the curb in Peregrine Falls, Idaho, already collecting a few admirers. Not even counting the vanity plate -- ORGAN4U -- the car had so much of Will's personality attached to it, I felt mildly nauseated. As an alternative to kicking a fender, I slammed into the coffee shop. "Whoa, Mirai! Remember us?" The crew had gathered at the only big table in the Clearwater Cafe. I'd been so wrapped up in my own problems, I hadn't even seen them. They were all there -- Evangeline, Harvey, Mr. Papadakis. And Will. Neither fight nor flight was practical. I sat down at the table. The waitress hurried to me with a coffeepot and mug. I ordered the special and sipped my coffee. "Clearwater" was certainly the word for that coffee -- they must have named the restaurant after it. I glanced around the table, skipping over Will. Mr. Papadakis caught my eye. "What's the agenda?" he asked. "We'll go to the park as soon as we're done here. Check out the carousel, then have lunch with the committee. We have to give the owners a preliminary report tomorrow morning." Evangeline smiled. "How long are you staying?" she asked me. "All week. You?" "I'll stay awhile. I may want to work on things in place." In Evangeline's case, "awhile" could mean several months. She had an answering service, but no permanent address. At the moment, I envied her. Harvey shook his head. "I'm leaving tomorrow night. I'll come back later, when the work on the building starts. For now, a couple of days will do it." It was Will's turn, so I had to look toward him then. He sat quietly, holding a coffee cup. Will had never worn jewelry, but now a ring glinted on his finger. A plain gold ring on the fourth finger of his left hand. A wedding ring.
Plug Love: Thoughts of Murda Pain
Danielle Marcus - 2016
It guides you through the streets of Detroit in the eyes of Murda Pain and takes you on a roller coaster ride of emotions until the very last page. The streets of Detroit are a jungle and Murda is just trying to survive the best way he knows how. With a family to feed and a queen by his side, he has no room to fail. However, everyone knows that living the fast life leads to two roads: death or a jail cell. Will he make it out the game with his life and freedom, or will he fall victim to the streets? Carmen has everything that a woman could dream of. She's the successful owner of one of Detroit's hottest hair salons, and she's engaged to a man that spoils her with a life of luxury. However, loving Lorenzo isn't always easy. After dealing with his lies and cheating for so long, she unexpectedly finds solace in the arms of another man. Carmen never meant to fall for Murda. But, now that she has, things are more complicated than ever. One-click your copy today to see how the story unfolds!
His Auction Prize (THE BRIDES BY CHANCE REGENCY ADVENTURES SERIES Book 8)
Elizabeth Bailey - 2021
But to her horror, by the end of the night it becomes apparent that her guardian has abandoned her.Destitute and with no memories of any family besides her deceased father, Felicity is forced to turn to Raoul for aid.Concerned for her welfare, Raoul vows to help Felicity out of her predicament and discover what has become of her guardian.But it soon becomes clear that there is more to Felicity’s background than meets the eye. Their curiosity piqued, she and Raoul are drawn into an impromptu quest to uncover the truth about her mysterious origins…HIS AUCTION PRIZE is the eighth book in the Brides By Chance series, an enchanting set of Regency romances set in Georgian England.THE BRIDES BY CHANCE REGENCY ADVENTURE SERIES:BOOK ONE: In Honour BoundBOOK TWO: A Chance Gone ByBOOK THREE: Knight for a LadyBOOK FOUR: A Winter’s Madcap EscapadeBOOK FIVE: Marriage For MusicBOOK SIX: Damsel to the RescueBOOK SEVEN: Widow in MistletoeBOOK EIGHT: His Auction PrizeBOOK NINE: Disaster and the DukeBOOK TEN: Taming of the Vulture
Three Minutes More
Edward R. O'Dell - 2010
Severely injured, he does not know if he will survive the night. Reflecting on the evening's dreadful events, wondering if he could have done anything to alter them, his thoughts begin to drift. He begins to contemplate his remarkable life, his dysfunctional family, and the unfortunate prospect that he may have to soon answer for his life to God. While vividly recalling the most amusing, distressing, bizarre, and disturbing events of his life, he soon comes to realize "the monster you know is far easier to deal with than the monster you don't!" Will he get the miracle he needs to make it through the night? If so, will he finally find peace? Author's Note: This book deals with sensitive topics, and is intended for mature audiences only.
Mayhem Madness
K.B. Winters - 2018
Avoiding relationships is one of them. Dealing with PTSD is another. So when I come across the Reckless Bastards MC, it’s perfect for a man like me. Last thing I expect is to encounter Jana Carter at a painting class. Don’t ask why I was there. Against all the odds, I want her. I’ll do anything to have her, to make her mine. Sinfully Scarred They call me Golden Boy. And I went to prison for a crime I didn’t commit. Out now, I’m a million plus richer for the screw up, With a sweet tattoo joint and my club, The Reckless Bastards watching my back. But when Teddy calls and tells me she wants ink to cover up her pain, My whole world is turned upside down. She’s Trouble with a capital T. And way too close to home. Deliciously Damaged I screwed my best friend’s little sister. And I don’t know what’s worse. That I didn’t know or that I’m not sorry. I’m dark where she’s pure. A killer where she’s kind. But in the sack, we’re dynamite. The dirty, hot af kind. Wonderfully Wrecked A one-night stand made me a daddy. My baby mama? She’s sweet, hot, and freakin’ delicious. I’ll marry her for the good of our kid. And because I want to. Rochelle calls it a fake marriage, but I know it’s real. I’ve just got to make her fall in love with me. Heavenly Hacked Trained killer. Government hacker. MC. Jag. And like the big cat, I’m ruthless, especially where my club is concerned. Vivi is totally badass—we were the best of friends in another life. Virtually. And now someone wants her dead. For real. In protecting her, I’m starting a war. But war is my sandbox and I’m ready to play to have her. Creatively Crushed As the Prez of the club, Business always comes first. Always has. Always will. No one knows the pain I hide. The mistakes I’ve made. The loss and guilt. But I can’t walk away. Not this time. I’ve made so many mistakes in my life, Leaving her would be the biggest one yet. Holiday Havoc All I want for Christmas is to score a new hook up . . . Not that kind. I’m the newest patched member of the Motorcycle Club and I want to prove myself. Do something good for the club. But when I set eyes on Marisol, things change. Now all I want is her.
Love filthy talking bikers who can drop your panties with just a whisper? You got it! The Reckless Bastards MC will not only touch your heart, they'll stay for the ride! All seven books are swoon-worthy, thigh-clenching standalones with no cheating, no cliffhangers and happily ever afters! Enjoy!
Beauty and the Geek
Sidney Bristol - 2016
Monster. Disgusting. Gross. It's all he's ever known. Relationships suck when his date won't even go out in public with him, which is why he hasn't bothered. That is until her. The woman on the internet who gets his every quirk. He's hooked on a person he's never met. The way she gets his jokes, the uninhibited sexuality and…just talking to her. She's everything he's ever wanted, only she's a stranger. Unless he can convince her they should unplug and take their virtual relationship off-line. Tamara Roh has heard all the insults from slut to whore and they bore her. She refuses to let other people define her. Life's tough in the gaming industry, and if she can't handle a few insults the haters will chew her up and spit her out. Her only haven is with her friends and in one very explicit chat room. On-line she can be anyone she wants to, even the normal girl-next-door who just happens to get off on dirty talk, erotic gifs and video chats from the neck down. She might not be able to trust guys in real life to see past the Hot Asian Girlfriend stereotype, but with her internet beau anonymity is her safety net. The only problem is…she's falling for a man who thinks she's someone else.
Captive of a Fairytale Barbarian
Elizabeth Gannon - 2017
As a linguist, sent by her people to help communicate with the savages of The Wasteland, it’s her job to bridge cultural barriers, no matter the risks. Especially if those bridges lead straight to the huge, handsome, half-dressed leader of the rebels. Tzadok, The Wasteland Butcher, takes her captive and Tandy thinks it’s the perfect opportunity to learn more about his strange world of sand monsters and sword fights. …And to study Tzadok up-close. Tzadok: As The Lord of Salt, Tzadok reigns over all the tribes of The Wasteland and he isn’t a popular ruler. Big and angry, he’s barely holding the various clans together. He can’t allow foreigners to invade their lands without brutal punishment. It would mean the end of his rule to show weakness. But he also can’t allow Tandy to die. One look at the stunning, green-skinned woman and he knows that his future is linked with hers. Tzadok is going to keep her safe, even if it means fighting her people and his own. He might have taken Tandy prisoner, but Tzadok is the one who’s held captive by her striking beauty. The Wasteland: Together with Tzadok’s eccentric uncle and his uncooperative hostage, Tzadok and Tandy are on an adventure across The Great Nothing. Somehow, they need to stop the other Wasteland clans from killing them, and Tandy’s people from killing them, and a giant snake god from killing them, and the odds are really not in their favor. But the longer they’re together, the more Tandy comes to realize that there is more to this fearsome barbarian than meets the eye. And the more Tzadok realizes that he will fight the whole world to keep this strange woman beside him.
Damned if I do
Elizabeth Stevens - 2019
And, so does his son.DrakeMost guys like their dads.Most guys aren't the son of the literal devil.When Daddy Dearest tells me its unseemly for the last living son of the Lord of Hell to be unmarried, I hate to think who he has in mind. Until, I remember I’m technically already married. Yeah, she’s human, and I was all of eight at the time. But, still counts.Now I just need to get my wife to Hell for a meet and greet with Pops and send her back home. Except, our marriage won’t technically be legit until it’s consummated. And I don’t kno that I want to send her home…WrenMost girls live normal lives.Most girls aren’t married to the devil’s son.There is something weirdly familiar about the new guy next door, but I can’t place it. Then a weird little demon thing turns up in my room to tell me a prince of Hell wishes for an audience with me. Oh, yeah. And apparently – while I’m not even eighteen yet – he’s my husband?So, I find myself stuck in Hell with a husband. And I guess I don’t hate it as much as I thought I would. There’s always something going on and things to discover. And soon, I don’t know that I want to go home.Please be aware that this story uses Australian English spelling and syntax. Not recommended for younger readers due to mature content.
Captured (Demanding Daddy #1)
Olivia Fox - 2020
Hired Gun.But I just call him “Daddy”.Liam Whittaker.A man who hides in the shadows to seek his prey. The battle scars on his face conceal him from the world. He’s a professional problem solver and I’m his biggest pain in the butt.He’s formidable. Focussed. Chased by fiends both real and imagined.But beneath the cynical, stern exterior lies a true and tender heart - one that needs to command me.Too bad he’s employed by bad guys to haul me in and punish me for my so-called crimes.Even though I’m tempted to remain and solve the mystery of his demanding discipline, I know I have to escape and flee from his desire.He and I don’t stand a chance.I’m his enemy. A computer hacking, book reading, board game playing nerd who pissed off the villains that sent Liam to find me. Once he delivers me to them, my geeky days on this earth are over.But his lips scorch my soul and fuse me to him. They say that only in the darkness can you see the stars, and under the spell of twilight, his devouring kisses shoot me up to the heavens.He tells me I’m a good girl. But I must run away, half-hoping all the while he’ll catch me and keep me.From Amazon Best Seller Olivia Fox comes this enemies to lovers, alpha romance. Captured is part of her Dirty Fairy Tales series, inspired by Beauty and the Beast.Each book is a standalone, naughty ever after.♥ If you love scorchingly, steamy romance, scroll up and click the button to buy. ♥This book does not feature age play, pacis or Pull-Ups®. It does showcase the sparks that fly in this significant age gap and enemies to lovers story.