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Southern Thugs Do It Better 2


Natisha Raynor - 2019
    Depression and drinking has her making some choices that will ruin relationships and friendships forever. Alexis is too blinded by heartbreak to even pay attention to her self-destructive behavior. She has tunnel vision, and all she cares about is being back with the man that she’s loved for the past four years. Nothing else matters, and the choices that she makes will ultimately alter her life forever. 
 Resentment and anger have Seven more than sure that he will never be with Alexis again. He’s focused on building with Tamara and doing everything in his power to make sure that she doesn’t feel threatened by the history that he shared with Alexis. Just when he thinks he’s succeeded at convincing her that he’s all about her, a tragic accident has him subconsciously asking for the one person that he vowed was dead to him. 
 Fetty and Infinitie are trying hard to build a relationship. The two have fallen hard for each other, but they’re both rough around the edges. Infinitie has to learn that some of the things that she does when she’s angry are not okay, and Fetty is constantly learning that the women from his past aren’t who he thought they were and the newfound skeletons that keep falling out of closets are anything but good for his relationship. 
Janai has been hurt and betrayed so much that her heart has grown cold, or so she thought. Pushing Yante away becomes natural for her to do, until she realizes that maybe she likes him more than she initially thought, but is it too late? Could it be that the man that once begged for her time and attention is tired of her bipolar ways and has moved on? The drama in this action packed sequel focuses on ending old relationships and building new ones.

Wasn’t Looking for Love With the Plug: Lorynn and Dominic’s Love Story


Khadijah J. - 2017
    Lorynn is just a 20-year-old girl who is trying to make it in this world. With her best friend Tiana and her Grandma Lola by her side, she feels she can do anything. School and work were a normal day for Lorynn but what happens when an unexpected guest fights his way into her heart. Will she be ready to let her guards down and be loved? Or will the pressure be too much that she gives up? Find out in Wasn’t Looking for Love with the Plug.

The Bloomin' Psychic Boxed Set: Books 1-3


Annabel Chase - 2021
    

The Deepest Love Ever


Sha Jones - 2020
    Even as a child, Vanity’s beauty is unmatched. In the suburbs of Houston, Texas, six year old Vanity is enjoying what she and her parents believe to be a safe and normal life, soaking up the summer, along with her playful best friend, Larenz. While she shouldn’t have to be on alert, her naivety and desire to keep up with Larenz leave her vulnerable, causing her to be ripped from her mother and father’s loving arms in an instant, never to be seen as a child again. Larenz grows up with a hole in his heart for the friend that was stolen from him, and the driving force in his life has been using his position as an officer to reunite Vanity with not only himself, but her family, but what he finds is only the shell of the little girl he once knew. Vanity is now an adult, and her life no longer makes sense. After being used and abused by different men, her life seems to have no purpose. Even with love all around her from her family and best friend, she still can’t see how truly captivating she is inside and out, but Larenz is determined to help restore her faith in herself and inhumanity if it’s the last thing he does. Larenz’s girlfriend, Pryncess believes he’s obsessed with helping Vanity, and his need to “fix” her could cost him his relationship. What Pryncess doesn’t realize is Larenz doesn’t want to change Vanity, he seeks to save her from the street life she can’t let go of to settle back into society. Tensions run high when Pryncess becomes consumed with making Vanity the problem in what she considers to be a perfect relationship between her and Larenz, and Larenz’s choice to keep Vanity in his life could be detrimental. In Sha Jones’ latest love story, there’s no deeper love than love of self and the understanding of love received.

Mountain Life: A Mountain Man Adventure


Mike Mackessy - 2020
    Gone are his peaceful trading relationships with the Crow Indians as he must fight to stay alive using every skill he possesses to best his opponents.This new Mountain Man adventure is set in Texas and takes the readers on an adventure they won’t quickly forget.

The Gift


Mona Ingram - 2011
    As a single mother, she owns and runs a houseboat rental company in Sicamous, British Columbia.Quentin Callahan, a friend of Julie's brother, lives in Vancouver and has become a successful business consultant. Many years ago, on her graduation night, he rescued Julie when her date had too much to drink and now he's back. The attraction between Julie and Quentin is immediate, but his visit to his hometown is prompted by more than a longing to get away from the stress of business. His largest client has unsuccessfully tried to buy Julie's property. The ruthless company indicates to Quentin that if he does not talk her into selling, they ll drive her out of business. The ultimatum is an overwhelming burden on Quentin.Can the growing affection between Julie and Quentin survive the pressures of a harsh outside world?

When Winter Is Past


Janice Cole Hopkins - 2016
    He decided he would never love like that. He and his first wife had fared well together, but she’d died in childbirth. Now he’s decided to find another woman to marry. After all, a farmer needs a wife and sons. However, with the changes come important lessons and dangers that Stanton never imagined. Beth Evans has taken care of her father, since he fell from a barn roof and can no longer walk. People, like Fiona, have always made fun of her, because she has a limp. When Stanton befriends her, she’s wary but also intrigued. Her father encourages her to give Stanton a chance, but how can she be sure this is what’s best? All profits from the author’s books go to a scholarship fund for missionary children.

Falling for His Savage Ways


Latoya Nicole - 2019
    The only major decision she’s ever had to make was what college she would attend. Once she became a student, everything she’s ever wanted in life started to fall in place. She was living a perfect life until she found herself in the middle of a crossfire between two men who are both fighting for her love. Kyle was an heir to the street and a savage by blood, but that wasn’t the type of life he wanted to live. He wanted out, and no one understood why, especially when it came so easy for him. Going away to school was not only a temporary escape for Kyle, but it was the start of a new life, but meeting Shaniya wasn’t part of his plan. Neither was being put in the friend zone. In unfamiliar territory, Kyle played his part while waiting to claim what was rightfully his. Even being possessed with a rare gift, Braylin was a troubled soul trying his hardest to bury his past and live a better life. Being the star of the basketball team gave Braylin everything that he could ever dream of. Except for the one thing his heart desired, Shaniya. Girls threw themselves at him daily, but Braylin only had eyes for her. All Andre ever wanted was to be accepted by his father, but with a star player like Braylin on his team, his father sees nothing but the fame that Braylin can bring. When Andre’s jealousy turns into rage, he seeks revenge on everyone and comes up with a sick ploy to make everybody feel his wrath and take them all down. With so many emotions and jealousy building up, everyone’s lives are affected, and a love triangle is bound to get messy. No one could have ever fathomed the consequences that were to come from two men falling in love with the same girl. A born savage and a guy with a dark, mysterious past, who will come out on top?

The Secrets my Husband Kept: A Standalone Novel


Loryn Landon - 2020
    Justin was staying out later than usual, spending all of his free time with his boys, and just shutting her out of their relationship, then later their marriage. When she finally finds out what has been causing her husband to neglect their marriage, things go completely left! Justin exudes the epitome of a manly man. Having been an athlete throughout his younger years, then once he graduated from college, he chose to become a fire fighter. Ava is the love of his life, but he doesn't feel completely satisfied with just her. He loses his urge for temptation and steps out on his marriage to Ava, but it's not with another woman as his wife suspects. Getting caught up in his temptations, be becomes sloppy and winds up getting caught up.Will Justin be able to convince Ava that she is the only one for him in order to keep his secret hidden? Find out in this riveting standalone, The Secrets My Husband Kept.

Single Daddy Detour (Southern Beaus #4)


Layla Valentine - 2022
    I built my career starring in rom-coms.I know enough to realize they don’t exist in real life…So why can’t I resist my hottie BFF?HER:I’ve avoided my home state for years, but now I’m back—for one reason only,On the cusp of mega-stardom, the kind of role I’ve been working for all this time,…only to be blighted at the last hurdle, for reasons that have nothing to do with me!Just as I think things couldn’t get any worse, who do I run into?Only Justin Hatcher, my former best friend, and the very reason I left Georgia in the first place.He’s the same hottie he always was, only now he has ten years of secrets to hide…HIM:I feel like I’ve seen a ghost.When Kim left, I never thought I’d see her again.In the time she’s been gone, a lot has changed in our small town,And now she’s here, and I suddenly have a lot of explaining to do…For one, I’m a single dad now, and that’s just the start of it.I know she won’t stay, that she has no interest in giving up everything she’s worked for,I’ll just have to make the most of her while she’s here…

Dallas Billionaires Bundle


Kirsten Osbourne - 2013
    Ten years later, they’re all billionaires, but they’re still alone. Follow the three men through their journeys to find true love as they each find their perfect bride.Steven: When the younger sister of a woman he used to date shows up at his house with a child she claims is his, he convinces her they’d be better off living with him than simply taking child support from him. He finds himself wildly attracted to the new “nanny” and sets out to win her heart.Justin: When a relatively new employee comes to his office to talk about some trouble in the Human Resources department, Justin feels such a strong physical attraction to her, he’s ready to throw all his beliefs about dating a subordinate out the window. Sarah takes one look at Justin, and knows she wants nothing more than to be his. Will they be able to get past the fact they work closely together and make the relationship work?Cody: After being rear-ended by a beautiful woman on his way home from the Super Bowl, Cody realizes he’s found the only woman in the world who is just right for him. How could he possibly have fallen for the only woman in the world so independent that his billions are a liability?

Alphalicious Billionaires Box Set III


Lindsey Hart - 2021
    However, our sassy ladies are so not ready to surrender their panties however wet it gets from all the sizzling attraction to the enemy.So, get on board and take these hunks for a tantalizing test drive as they fight to claim the ladies they deem as rightfully theirs!WARNING: Have a fire extinguisher ready or call for a hot firefighter. Because things are gonna blaze!Hot New NeighborI caught my hot new neighbor in all the glory of his birthday suit,While trying to sneak into his house...Mind you, I was definitely not planning on getting caught. Nor lay eyes on his hella BIG junk!And I know I have some serious explaining to do.But dear god, why can’t I take my eyes off of his... mmm, you know...I know. I'M IN SO MUCH TROUBLE.Hotshot BossEver met the exquisitely hot boss from hell? No?Well, meet Curtis James, jerk of the century, owner of the most perfect jawline with a gift for rapping instructions faster than a seasoned rapper.And guess what, he is actually asking for my help for once… to babysit kids!I am not going to lie, I nearly died of shock.My Ex's Little SisterTall, blonde, chic, soft-spoken... She is nothing like that!I met her for the first time when I dumped her sister at the altar…Correction! She is the one who kidnapped me from my own wedding.And I think I’m obsessed... my ex-fiancée’s foul-mouthed dark-haired little sister.She is strictly forbidden... but nothing tastes more delicious than what you cannot have.Hot JerkI was hired to find the cocky A-hole THE perfect wife.What was not in this job description was kissing the future groom,Much less have a one-night stand with him.Not that any of this is going to happen.If the prick thinks he can corrupt ME, Miss goody two shoes as he calls me,He's got another thing coming.EACH BOOK IN THIS BOX SET IS A FULL-LENGTH STEAMY STANDALONE ROMANTIC COMEDY WITH AN HEA THAT WILL LEAVE YOU WANTING FOR MORE. CHECK IT OUT IF YOU LOVE HOT NAUGHTY BUT SWEET BILLIONAIRE BAD BOYS.

No Longer His Victim


Soulja Choc - 2019
    She's not naive though. She knows that if he did it once, he will do it again. Tito had promised her that if she leaves, he will kill her and her family. She has no reason to doubt him. With the help of her best friend and her friend's brother, she begins to regain her confidence and learn to protect herself. This doesn't stop the abuse. She knows that there is only one way out. One way to no longer be his victim Will she do what it takes to save herself?

Upgraded By The Trillest Thug: An African American Urban Romance


Yona - 2021
    

Flexin' on My Ex With A Boss 3: The Finale


Jenica Johnson - 2018
    The pain that Bash and his mama put her through turned her heart cold but she still had a soft spot for him. Yah-Yah does what every strong woman should do and that’s glow up to show him what he’s missing. Once she gets Bash completely out of her system, he tries to pry his way back in, and Yah-Yah is having a hard time being in the same space as Bash without getting her feelings involved. Bash was shocked when his ex-fiancé Esha walked back into his life and interrupted what he thought he had going with Yah-Yah. He’s forced to make decisions that most men shouldn’t have to make. Being the nice guy, he lets Esha back in his life. Bash finds himself battling with his heart until he’s forced to make a decision that some may not like. With his mama in his ear, he does exactly what is expected of a mama’s boy. Not only is he playing with his heart, but he’s playing with the woman he loves heart as well. Love is different for everyone but can Bash continue to love the woman he wants without anyone getting hurt? Take the final ride with Bash and Yah-Yah as they battle the world for each other’s hearts.