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Take My Hand


P. Nelson - 2017
     After a tragic car accident steals the life of her husband and best friend, Lilith learns he harboured a painful secret. To gain control over her spiralling life, Lilith escapes into a shell where she lives cut off from the rest of the world for almost a year. Lilith’s best friend Calla has had enough of Lilith’s behaviour, and she invites Lilith to play at one of Vancouver’s most exclusive BDSM clubs. But can Lilith let go of her past to reach her full potential as a submissive? Or will she find herself trapped inside a life with no emotions or connections? Gaige Harlow is a man searching for something more. Master Gaige has played in the kink for his entire adult life, but he has only ever had one permanent sub. It was a disaster from the beginning to the end, and he vowed not take on any more subs until he got his head on straight. Unfortunately, The Cage’s resident shrink Calla has other plans for him. She insists that Master Gaige take on a new training sub. He reluctantly agrees as a favour to Calla. Once Master Gaige meets Lilith, he recognises the hurt sub underneath all her walls and barriers. The Dom inside him has a primal need to break into her layers and peel each one back one by one to reveal the woman underneath. Each encounter leaves both of them wanting more until Lilith’s past comes back to haunt her. Are they both willing to fight for the Dom/sub bond they have, or are they doomed to repeat past mistakes? Find out in Take My Hand.

Heel To Love


M.K. Moore - 2018
     Can one rogue blogger can bring his new life crashing down around him or will he Heel to Love? Natasha DeRoche is supposed to lead by example, as the Vice-President of Marketing for the 2nd largest wrestling entertainment company in the world, she knows how to get things done. Will signing Jarrett to EPW be the biggest mistake of her career? Or will she learn to heel to the bad boy?

Empowered


Cynthia Dane - 2017
    He’s the bonus. One bad decision destroys not only Sarah Clayborn’s life, but nearly costs her a lucrative job as the chief executive assistant to the city’s most powerful player. She’s lost her unborn child, her twin brother’s admiration, and any shred of decency her British-born mother instilled in her. To cope with the trauma, Sarah creates a persona – Angel. She’s the one who goes out on weekends and gets into trouble. She’s the one who seduces half the world’s rabble-rousers. She’s the one who meets Lucas Blackbourne. Sarah’s encounter with Lucas was supposed to be a one-time affair. A tenuous balm on her frigid heart that refuses to heal. But when she returns to work Monday morning and discovers that Lucas is helping her boss for the foreseeable future? Two halves start to become whole again. And it’s not pretty. What does Sarah want? Choice. A future. A sense of belonging in a world often too cruel to bear. To be empowered. But she can’t reclaim her life on her own. -Excerpt- “You presume to know my greatest regrets yet.” A growl powered through the undercurrent of his voice. Still, he did not look away from her eyes. “No. I presume to know what you desire, sir.” “Because…?” He was fishing for the perfect answer. If Sarah failed to supply it, she could kiss this encounter goodbye. “Because I want you just as badly.” Lucas eyed her with careful consideration. He sucked one of his cheeks into his mouth before looking away. He crossed his legs. She kept her grin of triumph to herself. “You don’t even know me, Angel.” “That’s supposed to be my line, Lucas.” He stood up behind her. His presence enveloped her, inviting her back against his chest, arms wrapped protectively around her. Sarah caught the eye of the server who had brought her the scotch. The woman smiled in approval and flashed the number four in her direction. Room 4 is available. Good to know. “This whole night is so backward. Next you’ll be telling me you want to be on top.” “Actually,” she said with a happy sigh, “I’d much rather you take the lead on that. If you don’t mind.” “This has got to be some kind of trap.” Lucas bit his knuckle, as if he could barely restrain himself from grabbing her and hauling her off to the nearest bed. What’s stopping you? I don’t have all night. “What’s your story, Angel?” “Don’t you know the story of any angel, sir?” Sarah stepped away, her hand lingering against his chest. His hard, devilish chest that was a greater siren song than that warm voice echoing in her ears. “Once we’re doing shit like this on Earth, we’re considered fallen goods.” “A fallen angel hasn’t done anything good with her existence.” “If you don’t consider doing this something good,” she began, walking in the direction of Room #4, “then I don’t know what to tell you. You either want me or you don’t, Lucas. No strings attached. Should be a dream for you.” She winked at him. He followed her.

Pretty Dirty Trick


Tabatha Kiss - 2021
    Stand up tall, look pretty, and don’t fall for the lawyer trying to put my father in prison.I had one. f*cking. job. I’ve always had a thing for the forbidden guy. So, I shouldn’t have been surprised by the rush of blood to my cheeks the moment I laid eyes on Lance Tyler, Attorney at Law.Tall, handsome. A jaw chiseled from solid rock. Wicked smart — and not just street smart. He could triple word score me all night long if you know what I mean.But any primal urge I have instantly goes cold when I remember why I entered his office in the first place.My father is in jail. Lance wants to keep it that way.Sleeping with the enemy isn’t my style but Lance has a few urges of his own. One touch. One kiss. One night with him… and I’ve completely lost myself.No man has ever wrecked me like this before.But it feels so good.A brand-new star-crossed romance from USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Tabatha Kiss! The Rich Bitches Series Reading Order 1. Pretty Little Thing (Nora and Clive's story)2. Pretty Dirty Trick (Trix and Lance's story)3. Pretty Ever After (Melanie and Robbie's story) Coming Soon!

Easy Revenge


L.P. Dover - 2020
    They thought they could forget each other and move on ... until a local charity auction in their hometown of Snowy Creek sets Zac up for the ultimate revenge. If he wins, Clara will be at his mercy, forced to work for him for one full week. Tantalized by the sweet taste of revenge, he eagerly ups the ante to claim his prize.But what starts out as a week of filthy manual labor and bitter rivalry leads to a shocking revelation. Someone has been plotting for over a decade to keep Clara and Zac apart. Can the pair band together to uncover who? Or will their rift from the past continue to ruin their chance at a blissful future?

Magic Fingers


Stephanie Brother - 2017
     I went for a massage to relax, but when the masseuse looks like a god and can do that with his fingers...well, lets just say relaxing wasn't top of mind. The way his hands glided over my sore muscles made my insides squirm and melt, turning the heat between my legs into a raging forest fire. And I certainly didn't expect what happened in the sauna minutes later. I thought we'd never see each other again and I could keep the amazing s*xual encounter chronicled on my never-forget-list, but that thought ended at dinner with my mom's new boyfriend and his son, Mr. Magic Fingers. The magic didn't end at his fingers either. Muscular forearms, broad shoulders and a chest to die for. And that wasn't all. Mr. Magic Fingers has a magic tongue and I love a man who knows how to work an innuendo. I thought staring into his smoldering blue eyes was torture enough, then our parents informed us of the 'family' weekend getaway plans to the Satterwhite's winter home in Vail. Something tells me I'm in for it, and I can't even pretend that's not the most amazing prospect. As soon as I get another chance to be alone with Liam, I'll be telling him to put his magic fingers to work! This is a SUPER H-O-T-T short novel with a very happy ending.

Branded


Stacy Gail - 2018
    Making you shiver, making you moan, making you scream. Admit it.Celia Villarreal had wanted those things with Ryland Brody, Bitterthorn’s golden boy—and wanted them badly enough to make a fool of herself one idiotic night months ago.Naughty children shouldn’t touch what they don’t own.Rejection always stings, but putting a move on Ry had devastating consequences. Now her regret burns as bright as her need—until Ry, as glorious as ever, makes her an offer that might finally be her ticket out of town.I’m not your enemy, darlin’. If you give me half a chance, you’ll see that I can be your hero.When working together leads to grinding all naked-like with the very cowboy who’s seen her at her worst, Celia is afraid she’s made a mistake.Until the truth comes out.This is who we are from now on. Say it. Feel it.Once Ry’s past motivations come to light, Celia must decide if she can give him another chance or turn her back on Bitterthorn—and the one man who’s always wanted her—for good.One-click with confidence. This title is part of the Carina Press Romance Promise : all the romance you’re looking for with an HEA/HFN. It’s a promise!This book is approximately 60,000 wordsEdited by Angela James

Craving Justice


Fiona Archer - 2016
    The former street kid from Sydney owns a thriving technology company in Seattle. But he has bigger goals―or should that be ghosts?―that drive him harder. On the verge of selling his business for a fortune, he’s celebrating when Harper Fox, daughter of the buyer, tumbles into his arms. The curvy café owner enchants him with her sassy personality. Soon they move from easy banter to a night of passion that reveals a sweet vulnerability in the soft-hearted woman. A woman determined to control her futureAfter a lifetime of her domineering father’s scorn and rejection, Harper dances to her own beat. She has her café and surrounds herself with a chosen family of her eccentric staff and close friends. While she’s mostly content… her heart aches for more. But Harper has been burned before and doesn’t trust easily. That is, until a man with a panty-melting Aussie accent and a commanding stare entices her to take a chance—on him. When Seth takes charge in the bedroom and ties her control in knots, he awakens a need in Harper that leaves her hungry for more.A new beginning worth fighting forWhen an unseen enemy attacks the new life Seth and his brothers have built, the ensuing disaster tests not only his developing relationship with Harper, but also threatens to sever the last remaining bonds with his brothers. As Seth struggles to protect everything and everyone he loves, he has to determine if Harper is his enemy’s target—or accomplice.

#Score


Kerrigan Grant - 2016
    Growing up, part of "The Dirty Trinity," My brother, cousin, and I have owned sports, And women, In every way. And now, it's only going to get better. Soccer, women, money--it's all in reach. But, I didn't count on meeting Ramona. That sexy, sassy, smart-mouthed chick, Knocked me on my @ss, And took my breath away. Hell, I don't need a distraction, Not this close to the endgame. But, I can't let her slip away. Not now. Not ever. Ramona A masterpiece--exquisite and stunning, That's what I've always dreamed of creating. Meeting an All-American soccer stud was never on my agenda, But damn, now that I have, he's the muse I've needed all along. Totally wrong for one another--from different worlds. Together, we don't make sense. Apart, we can't survive. But only one of us can achieve our dreams. Can I walk away from love to get what I've always wanted? *This is a stand-alone, full-length romance with a happily ever after and no cliff hanger.* **BONUS - For a limited time only your copy of #Score includes an additional full-length sports romance by Kerrigan!**

Billionaire's Bombshell


Sienna Valentine - 2016
     Before I met Elizabeth, I was living by two simple rules. 1. Drink, f*ck and be merry. 2. Don’t get attached. Having more money than I could ever spend meant I could go on like that forever. Which is why I knew I should have tossed her out the moment she reappeared at my door, eager to get to work on upending my whole damn life. She was trouble, and letting her stay could only lead to me breaking all kinds of rules – including the only two that mattered. But making her leave threatens to break something even more important. My heart. No matter what I do, she’s destined to destroy all I've ever known. That's what bombshells do. They bring everything around them to ruin. I should know. I have a bombshell of my own. And yet I can’t help but wonder… what if obliterating the life I have now is the only way to build something better?

Family Affairs: Volume 1


Fiona Davenport - 2018
    These sexy alphas won't let anyone, not even their woman's father, stand in the way of love. My Father's Best Friend When Ethan Parker’s investigation leads him to Delilah Brooks, he hopes he’s finally found his best friend’s long-lost daughter. What he wasn’t expecting was to want her for himself—with an intensity that drives him to get her pregnant before her father finds out about the two of them. Delilah falls hard and fast for Ethan. But she isn’t sure what to think when he confesses his connection to the father she’s never met. Or how her father is going to react when he learns she’s having his best friend’s baby. My Step-Dad's Brother He's a globe-trotting photo-journalist. And her new step-dad's brother. She's 18. He's 30. We don't really need to say more, right? Admit it... You're already hooked! My Father's Rival Jared “Mac” MacKenzie is used to making tough decisions as the President of the Silver Saints MC. When a member of a rival MC puts one of his brothers in a coma, he’ll do whatever it takes to get answers—including kidnapping Bridget Pierce, their president’s daughter.

Tie Me Up Daddy


Cassandra Dee - 2017
    I joined the ballet in NYC. Living my dream in the big city, the bright lights dazzled. But then I met Thorn Channing – the CEO of my ballet company. When he invites me to his private studio, I don’t know what to say. He’s the boss. He wants to own my body. I can’t say no. But what if I don’t want to say no? What if all I want to say is, “Yes sir.” Yes, take me. Yes, tie me up. Yes, make me yours. What happens then?

Virgin in New York


Flora Ferrari - 2018
     I’m too naive for New York, and apparently I’m not the only one. My dad’s best friend and I fall victim to one of my dad’s jokes, but will dad be laughing when his younger woman daughter falls for his older man best friend? I made a deal with myself to remain a virgin until I met the perfect guy, and I know this international art dealer is the real deal and it’s finally time for my first time here in the city that never sleeps. Can two artists paint the perfect picture of a New York romance, or will my dad decide our big apple romance is rotten and pull me out of NYC and away from my dad’s best friend, the only man who deserves my virginity and a whole lot more… forever? *Virgin in New York is an insta-everything standalone romance with an HEA, no cheating, and no cliffhanger.

Smiley


LeAnn Ashers - 2018
    I’d never imagined he would come into my life. From the moment I met him, I knew there was no going back. He made me feel things I had never experienced before: Safety Love Happiness I was floating on air. Nothing could touch me with him by my side. He became my everything. Smiley I’d never expected my life to change upon walking into the Devil Souls MC. At first glance, I almost fell on my ass, and I knew I had to have her. She was everything I never knew I wanted, and hell if that didn’t stir something in me. Adeline gave me something I had been missing my whole life: Passion Desire Contentment I’m the retired president of the Grim Sinners MC but, in the end, you never really leave. The Devil Souls and The Grim Sinners were brought together to fight the biggest battle yet. We had to protect our families at any cost.

Something More: Normal / ReCap / Okay


Danielle Pearl - 2016
    Starting at a new high school, in the middle of my senior year, in a new town, in a new state. I know no one. No one knows me. That's what I'm counting on.A year ago, Aurora "Rory" Pine was just a normal teenage girl - just as sweet and naive as the fairy tale princess she was named after.But this isn't a year ago.Rory is broken, and suffering from a new debilitating anxiety disorder, wrought with precarious triggers, she moves across the country to escape the source of her troubles. Her plan is anonymity, but that's easier said than achieved for the new girl having a panic episode outside of calculus. The worst part? There's a witness - and a gorgeous one at that.Sam is a walking trigger for Rory. Incredibly handsome, built like the star athlete he obviously is, and undoubtedly popular, Sam outwardly represents everything Rory despises about high school. But as the fates keep throwing them together, a connection sparks that neither ever expected, and certainly can’t ignore.But Sam has issues too, and Rory's past won't just stay in the damned past. When friendship evolves into something deeper, can a girl utterly destroyed by the worst kind of betrayal and a boy battling demons of his own ever have a normal relationship? Is that even what they want? Find out in NORMAL, a gritty story of trust and abuse, heartbreak and salvation, and if they're lucky - love. This is not a flowery romance - not for the faint of heart.ReCAP (Book 1.5)Rory and Sam fell in love in NORMAL, and we all fell in love right along with them. Now see it all unfold through Sam's eyes, and learn just how the new girl with anxiety issues stole the heart of the gorgeous heartthrob, and turned his world upside down.You already heard the story. The one of how Rory and I fell in love, supposedly, even if she couldn't handle it in the end. You know how it all went.Or you think you do.You only know her side. But I have my own point of view, and even Rory couldn't know my thoughts in those few months it took for her to go from being a stranger to my whole entire world.Every moment is permanently ingrained in my memory. In my goddamned soul. From the moment I stumbled upon the girl panicking outside of calculus - the one with the tight little body, the angelic face, and the fierce attitude - to the night she abandoned me in Miami. It was the sum of those moments that changed me irrevocably.Our story isn't over. I won't let it be. But this, this is what happened so far, the way I saw it.I'm Cap. Or Sam, to Rory. And this is my story.OKAY (Book 2)After the horrors she’s survived over the past year, Rory never expected to find the one thing she certainly wasn’t looking for – love. But after the painful realization that her past has left her a dangerous liability to the person she cares for the most, she finally understands that for her and Sam, love means letting go.Can two people hopelessly in love ever revert back to just friends? Neither Rory nor Sam knows for sure. But the one thing they do know – it’s the only choice they have.As Rory recovers from a devastating assault, Sam will do anything to make sure it never happens again. But how far will he go to keep her safe? Their choices will change everything, and they will either bring them back together or destroy them irrevocably.