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A Sign of Affection, Vol. 3 by Suu Morishita
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 44 ratingsDoes he really see me as a girl? Yuki's a Deaf college student who is at first enchanted by and soon falls in love with an upperclassman in her school named Itsuomi who doesn't care about her lack of hearing but treats her like anyone else. Yuki resolves to face that love head-on and really pursue it proactively... -
Rush Too Far by Abbi Glines
Fallen Too Far was Blaire's story. Now it's time for Rush to share his side. Everyone in Rosemary Beach thinks they know how Rush Finlay and Blaire Wynn fell in love. But Rush is back to tell his side of the story. .. Rush has earned every bit of his bad-boy reputation...Categorized as:
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Promising You by Allie Everhart
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsWhen Jade first arrived at Moorhurst College, she never imagined that the guy who helped her move in would end up being the guy she wants to be with forever. Now, seven months later, Jade and Garret are starting to talk about a future together. But the people around Jade are planting doubts in her mind, questioning her decision to be part of the Kensington family... -
#Holiday by Cambria Hebert
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 30 ratingsGivers gonna give…. Twas the night of game day,. And all through the town,. Lacey glittering snowflakes fluttered around. They clung to the roads, concealing everything with white. It was a beautiful #holiday sight. The paparazzi were out without any care,. In hopes to catch Romeo and Rimmel, rumored to be there. When out on the road there arose such a clatter... -
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Kade's Game by C.M. Owens
We never go after what we want without circling around it at least a hundred times. Instead, we play games, try to work just the right angle, even when it's not necessary. You've heard Raya's version, and now it's Kade's turn. He had everything mapped out. His life was a series of strategy and games, all of which he was mastering... -
More Than Him by Jay McLean
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. " - Marianne Williamson. We live in a world of darkness and shadows,. where monsters hide and aim to ruin. And they did. They ruined us and turned our dreams into nightmares. But now we're back. And we're fighting... -
The Man I Love by Suanne Laqueur
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 25 ratings"You never got over her. You just left. ". From author Suanne Laqueur comes an astonishing debut novel: a young man's emotional journey to salvage relationships destroyed in the wake of a school shooting. As a college freshman, Erik Fiskare is drawn to the world of theater but prefers backstage to center stage... -
The Forever Trilogy by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsThe New York Times Bestselling Trilogy is now in a complete set. 3 books: Forever Black, Forever You, Forever Us. Forever Black. : When Ellery moved to New York with her boyfriend, she thought they’d live happily ever after in their small New York apartment. She never thought he’d pack his bags and leave because he “needed space. ”... -
Adrenaline by Penelope Douglas
**You ask. You receive! ***. Have you read Bully and the rest of the Fall Away series? Would you enjoy having all the bonus content in one place? Adrenaline is approximately 36, 000 words of bonus scenes, deleted scenes, character conversations, and Q&As shared over the past few years and is mostly material not found in the actual books. Here, you'll find. . -
Just for Now by Abbi Glines
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 94 ratingsThe day Preston Drake figured out that wealthy women paid well for a set of tight abs and a pretty face his life turned around. The run down rat-infested trailer he had shared with his alcoholic mother and three younger siblings was now only a place he visited to pay the bills and stock the pantry with food. He no longer worried about his family starving or living without electricity...Categorized as:
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Bring Me Home by Cassia Leo
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 38 ratings"Sometimes letting someone go is the ultimate act of love. ". Claire Nixon is a college student with a past full of secrets and heartbreak. She was saved once by her first love, and rock star, Chris Knight. But when she encouraged Chris to leave town to pursue his dreams, both Claire and Chris didn’t realize it would be the biggest mistake of their lives... -
Maybe Matt's Miracle by Tammy Falkner
Rated: 4.24 of 5 stars · 40 ratingsWhat he needed was a miracle…. Matthew Reed has seen his share of problems. But he’s a Reed and Reeds can overcome anything. Matt is content working in his family’s tattoo parlor with his brothers surrounding him. The only thing he’s lacking is the ability to have a family of his own. Then his battle with cancer leads him to meet a woman who just might need him as much as he needs her...Categorized as:
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The Proposal by J. Lynn, Jennifer L. Armentrout
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 45 ratingsTwitter fiction story of Cam and Avery. http://www. iheartbigbooks. com/2014/03. .. http://www. scribd. com/doc/231133105/T. ..Categorized as:
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68 Days And Counting by Nikki20038
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 21 ratings~Sequel to The Bad Boy And The Tomboy~. Macy Anderson and Sam Cahill are together in Manchester, England living the new university life. Their relationship is striving as they meet new people and experience different things and strengthen their beautiful relationship. But then again there's soccer, the Cahill family and girls because where there's Sam Cahill there will also be many girls. -
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Forever You by Allie Everhart
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsJade and Garret have a love story like no other. They’ve survived heartache, tragedy, and numerous forces trying to tear them apart, but through it all they’ve developed a love that will endure forever. Now it’s time to celebrate their love with a wedding... -
Forever You by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 46 ratingsNew York Times bestselling novel, Forever You is the highly demanded sequel to USA Today’s Bestseller, Forever Black. Connor Black’s life consisted of his company and his use of multiple women. There was never going to be love, relationships, or a fairy-tale life... -
Forever Us by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 46 ratingsThe story of Connor and Ellery Black continues in the last installment of the Forever Black Trilogy, Forever Us. You took Connor and Ellery’s journey of love, courage, and strength as Ellery’s illness threatened their future in Forever Black... -
Equilibrium: A Marauders Interlude by Lina Andersson
Rated: 4.52 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSometimes life throws you a curve ball. Sometimes they’re minor league, a mild irritation. Sometimes they’re game changers, life-altering, knock ‘em out of the park kinda big. Eliza thought she knew what track her life was on, but then life threw her one of those major league style curve balls. Roach isn’t even sure what normal is anymore, he’s been thrown so many curve balls in his life... -
The Game Changer: The Final Score by L.M. Trio
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsThe Game Changer: The Final Score is told from 4 different perspectives: Luke, Mikey, JJ & Deanna. .. (Teaser #1 & Teaser #2 have been moved to my blog page). The story continues with Luke being released from prison, forced to face many challenges that developed due to his careless decisions. His greatest challenge is facing Jesse, the girl he refuses to let go. .. -
Surviving by Ahren Sanders
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 26 ratings***This is Book 2 in the Surrender Series. It is recommended you read book 1, Surrendering, before reading Surviving. ***. Raven Hayes experienced a love she thought would last forever. Declan Collins consumed her from the moment she fell into his arms. Their love was what fairytales are made of... -
Abandon by Cassia Leo
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsThis gritty spin-off of the New York Times bestselling Shattered Hearts Series follows mysterious and sexy Tristan as he attempts to abandon his demons in the name of love. A steady stream of meaningless sex is all Tristan has left when he discovers the grandmother who raised him is dying and his best friend is getting married... -
Painless by Devon Hartford
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsAt last! The exciting, steamy, action packed conclusion to the Story of Samantha Smith. Painless follows Samantha through the remainder of her first year in college at sunny San Diego University. Oh, and what about that hot hunk Christos Manos? When we last left him, his life balanced on the brink of disaster... -
Cheese in the Trap, Season 2 by Soon Ki
Having returned to college after a year long break, Hong Sul, a hard-working over-achiever, inadvertently got on the wrong side of a suspiciously perfect senior named Yoo Jung. From then on her life took a turn for the worse and Sul was almost certain it was all Yoo Jung's doing. So why is he suddenly acting so friendly a year later? Original webcomic... -
Rivals by Piper Lawson
Rated: 4.45 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen the biggest rockstar in the world invited me into his home, there was one rule:. Don’t touch his daughter. For a kid from the wrong side of the tracks with no future, the offer should have been a dream come true. Classy new digs. A fancy prep school. Someone who cares what happens to me. Except for that rule. The rich pricks at my new school worship me. I couldn’t care less...Categorized as:
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Riptide by H.M. Ward
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsA random hook-up isn't enough for Trystan, not anymore. After everything Trystan went through to tell Mari that he loves her, there is no way that he's letting her walk away without knowing how he really feels. Every mask is stripped away making Trystan completely vulnerable. Mari's the one girl he wants, that he knew he'd never have... -
The Song Remains the Same by Jovana Shirley
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsPhil. “Kenna stood strong, taking my grief into herself. In that moment, if the world had truly threatened to fall, I had no doubt my Baby Girl would hold it up. ”. A pillar of strength, Kenna only grows stronger as time passes. I’ve known from the beginning that I was the weak link between us. Always, she’s risen above and beyond the darkness of the unknown that threatens to suck me down... -
Ella and Micha: Infinitely and Always by Jessica Sorensen
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 31 ratingsA Secret Series Novella. After five years of marriage, Ella couldn’t be happier. Her job is great. Her marriage is amazing. But when she receives some surprising news, her world is turned upside down. Micha loves being a musician, but being on the road, and away from Ella, is difficult... -
That Summer by Jillian Dodd
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsDevaney Diamond’s summer break was shaping up to be the best one ever. Her longtime crush was finally interested in her, and by the time school rolled around in the fall, she knew he’d be her boyfriend...Categorized as:
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That Wedding by Jillian Dodd
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 35 ratingsMarry the boy next door in this sweet contemporary romance by USA Today Best Selling Author, Jillian Dodd. The gorgeous engagement ring on my finger mimics my happiness. I feel so sparkly, glittery, and full of promise, because I absolutely know he's that boy. The boy I want to marry. My prince. My happily ever after. But then our pastor starts asking lots of questions... -
Fallen Crest Christmas by Tijan
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 38 ratingsThis is a very very short Fallen Crest High novella consisting of one scene that has three parts, and an additional bonus scene. Happy Holidays from Tijan. -
Unmissable by Sheridan Anne
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsBabies. Babies. Babies. Who would have known? I could have sworn Noah and I had another few years before we went down this path. The second that pregnancy test came back positive—momentary freak-out aside—I knew it was right. 36 weeks and counting... -
Riot by Jamie Shaw
When Dee Dawson meets sexy mohawked guitarist Joel Gibbon, she knows it won't be long before she has him wrapped around her finger. No guy has ever been able to resist her … but Dee's met her match in a player like Joel. Dee's not the relationship type—not after seeing the pain "love" has caused her friends and family—yet she's desperate to make Joel want her more than anyone else... -
Broken Promises (The Secret Life of Trystan Scott) by H.M. Ward
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsNew Adult novel by New York Times bestselling author H. M. Ward. A TRYSTAN SCOTT NOVEL - BROKEN PROMISESIt's 3 years later and Trystan's life has changed. The Secret Life serials are how Trystan became a rockstar, the novel is what happens after his rise to fame, and his brush with the Ferro family. Cover reveal to come! Genre: New Adult RomanceLength: Novel, ~275 pgs. -
Dazed by Kim Karr
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsA Connection Series Novella featuring Aerie Daniels and Jagger Kennedy (River Wilde's cousin). Jagger Kennedy never went looking for fame, he just fell into it. After scoring a major modeling contract, his clean-cut good looks and charm catapulted his career. But when his actress girlfriend breaks his heart, he moves to L. A. to try his hand at acting... -
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Dirty Rock by Vicki James
The master of the tease. The god of rock. Frontman of the world's most desired band, Youth Gone Wild. I'm Rhett Ryan, and I get what I want. Women? They were lining up. Money? I had enough. Accolades? My shelves were full. Love? I didn't have time for that. Not until I had no choice but to pay attention to the last woman I expected to fall for. My beautiful, sassy publicist, Julia goddamn Speed... -
Wicked Promises by L.A. Cotton
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe edgy, angsty, addictive YA/NA crossover series from L A Cotton continues. .. Forever is a long time. Summer Stone-Prince has her whole life mapped out. Attend college with her childhood sweetheart. Graduate. Get married and live happily-ever-after. But all it takes are two little words and everything changes. Everything... -
My Girlfriend's Child, Vol. 2 by Mamoru Aoi
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsWith her pregnancy all but confirmed, Sachi decides to visit a clinic alone and in secret. She indicates that she plans to have an abortion while filling out all the paperwork, but once she hears the quiet heartbeat of the life forming inside her during the ultrasound, her resolve begins to waver. Now she and Takara have three weeks to decide what to do... -
Wild Child by M. Leighton
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsJenna Theopolis has always known what she wanted. Getting out of her small hometown of Greenfield was number one on her list of priorities. Until she met Rusty Catron. Rusty’s fun-loving personality was the perfect match for Jenna’s inner wild child. But what started off as a summer fling quickly turns into something more. At least it does for Jenna... -
Girl on Tour by Caisey Quinn
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsAn up and comer trying to make a name for herself. .. KYLIE never expected to be stuck on a tour bus with a pampered princess and her boyfriend’s ex. A troubled artist struggling to hold onto his career. .. TRACE thought he was finally getting to do things his way...Categorized as:
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Fully Automatic by Jade C. Jamison
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsYou might think you know Brad’s story, but think again. There’s so much more to his story than what Valerie knew. See Brad before Valerie came into his life and, when he was playing back burner to Ethan, see what Brad was up to when no one else in the band was looking...Categorized as:
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Elements of Chemistry: Capture by Penny Reid
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 36 ratingsPart 3 of Elements of Chemistry. One week. Manhattan apartment. Super-hot ex-boyfriend. …What’s the worst that could happen? It’s been nine months since Kaitlyn Parker has seen or heard from Martin Sandeke—nine months and five stages of matter. She’s lived through the worst of first-love heartbreak, and is most certainly stronger (and less likely to hide in science cabinets) than ever before... -
Always Remember by Emma Hart
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsHow long does it take for a long-distance relationship to break down? Sixteen months. When Jen and Carl put their relationship to rest after Christmas, Jen’s biggest problem is going back to London ten days earlier than planned – and her ever-present attraction to Samuel ‘Bing’ Edwards. Bing has no idea why Jen left Devon so fast...Categorized as:
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Tame This by Hadley Quinn
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsKISS THIS continues with Jay’s story, a rebel of his own sort with the need for freedom and unfiltered opinions. His days of unruly behavior and risky decisions have dealt him a hand that he’s still trying to overcome as he seeks to accomplish his business dreams. But the hits keep adding up... -
Twisted by Cari Quinn, Taryn Elliott
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsHe’s always saved her. Now she’s going to return the favor. .. Gray Duffy never thought he’d end up as the co-lead guitarist of Oblivion, one of the hottest rock bands in the country. Even better? He's sharing the experience with his best friend, Jazz. Since the day she’d showed up as his family’s new foster kid, Gray has protected her. Loved her. And not just platonically either...Categorized as:
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Ryder by Chantal Fernando
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsRyder Crawford is going places. His band ‘Morning Alliance,’ has just gotten signed, and are now touring with one of the most popular bands in the world. When he meets Lexi Raine, the timing couldn’t have been worse. But like they say, love finds you when you aren’t looking for it. The stunning blonde manages to turn his world upside down, through the fierce connection they share... -
A Thousand Words by Treblehearts
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsReece Bremer goes through life with a scowl and cold personality. Jessica Andrews goes through life with a glowing smile and positive outlook. Reece looks at life with dull, judgmental eyes that make him hate the world and the people living in it. Jessica, well . . . She looks at life through a camera. Literally... -
Every Kiss by Tasha Ivey
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAfter witnessing Makenna’s journey to find herself again, Callie is reminded of her own struggles with love. No, Wes wasn’t always the easy going guy that he is today. He was moody and unpredictable in the worst of ways, and she was certain to call him out on it every chance she got. Looking back, she’s amazed at how much their lives have changed since they met... -
Love Me Sweet by Kate J. Blake
Kendall. "Your eyes are so blue, I'm gonna call you Sapphire," he said, smiling at me. It was my tenth birthday. "What's that? " I asked, smiling in response. "It's a jewel. My mom has a necklace with it. She says it's important to her and very expensive. I'm gonna call you that because you're important to me. ". Those memories burst into my head like a tornado, without asking for permission...Categorized as:
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Torn by Kim Karr
Rock star River Wilde brought Dahlia London back from the brink of hopelessness with his unwavering love and devotion. But their entangled history is about to test the strength of their relationship . Dahlia was certain she had found true love and met her 'Once in a Lifetime’ when she reconnected with River... -
More Than Water by Renee Ericson
Rated: 4.09 of 5 stars · 28 ratingsIt doesn’t feel right. It doesn’t feel wrong. It just. .. feels. EJ Cunning, an art history major, dates musicians. Foster Blake, a chemical engineering major, can’t sing a tune. They’re not each other’s type. They’re coworkers. Then, one night leads to sex—sex between friends—which leads to an agreement. It all seems so simple—but nothing ever is. Many layers build a person’s facade...
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