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Ransom by Jenna Myles
My sole focus for the last twenty-five years has been taking care of my brothers, and building a strong, unbreakable family. Now they’ve all found the women they want to spend their life with. I should be thrilled. It’s exactly what I wanted. Except it’s exposed the big gaping hole in my life. The same hole I put there twenty-five years ago when I destroyed the love of my life...Categorized as:
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![State of Shock by Marie Force]()
State of Shock by Marie Force
Rated: 4.55 of 5 stars · 31 ratingsThey never saw this coming… Hold on to your hat for the next First Family book, coming December 20, 2022... -
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![Nine of a Kind by Sandi Lynn]()
Nine of a Kind by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.69 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsChristianI grew up in the suburbs of Seattle, raised by two people who wanted nothing but the best for me. They’d given me everything. A beautiful home, an excellent education, and so much love and respect. They were the two people I trusted most in the world—until I found out the truth... -
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The Inn on Amelia Island by Hope Holloway
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsThe uplifting and unforgettable conclusion to the Seven Sisters series!After coming together following their father’s stroke, the Wingate women have found second-chance romance, faced trials and tribulations, and built wonderful lives on Amelia Island. Their father is fully recovered and healthy, their businesses are flourishing, and the whole family is bursting with love and laughter... -
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![The Dressmaker on Amelia Island by Hope Holloway]()
The Dressmaker on Amelia Island by Hope Holloway
Rated: 4.69 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsA sisterhood saga with threads of drama, dreams, and danger. Life for the Wingate women of Amelia Island is never dull! While Raina balances the challenge of nurturing newborn twins and a budding romance, trouble arrives on her doorstep to threaten her sweet new life... -
![State of Suspense by Marie Force]()
State of Suspense by Marie Force
Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsA high-profile murder has Sam and her team chasing an elusive killer…Just back from their anniversary trip to Dewey Beach, there’s no slow roll back to work for the first couple as Sam is immediately thrust into a baffling new case that has everyone on edge. The FBI wants in on this one, and she’s determined to figure out what happened before they can take over her investigation... -
![Eight of a Kind by Sandi Lynn]()
Eight of a Kind by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsIt was incredible how one single action could change the balance of a person’s life within seconds.NathanI was an artist and one of the best plastic surgeons in Los Angeles. My business was thriving, and helping people was my specialty. Growing up, I’d endured a lot of pain where my mother was concerned. After she passed away, I still carried that pain and resentment into adulthood... -
![State of Denial by Marie Force]()
State of Denial by Marie Force
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsDenial: refusing to admit the truth or reality of something unpleasant… His mother has been arrested, his government is under new threat, the relentless media is driving him mad, and denial becomes the word of the day for President Nick Cappuano. Meanwhile, his wife, DC Metro Police Lt. Sam Holland Cappuano has caught a big new case with suspects everywhere she looks... -
![The Forgotten One by Catherine Bybee]()
The Forgotten One by Catherine Bybee
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author Catherine Bybee spins a dazzling tale of long-lost relatives, overnight riches, and unexpected romance in the dramatic second book of The Heirs series.Sarah McNeilly is a rare find in the tabloid industry. She won’t ignite gossip. She finds the truth. And for once, that’s what her boss wants... -
![State of the Union by Marie Force]()
State of the Union by Marie Force
Rated: 4.66 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsIt’s the biggest night of President Nick Cappuano’s life. Will his first lady make it to the Capitol in time for his speech?President Cappuano has been working for months on his first State of the Union address, his highest profile moment yet as the country’s new president... -
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Nora Roberts' Chesapeake Bay Saga 1-4 by Nora Roberts
#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts presents a collection including all four novels in her captivating saga about the lives and loves of four brothers on the windswept shores of the Chesapeake Bay.SEA SWEPTCameron Quinn is coming home to say goodbye to the only father he ever loved... -
![Beginning of Forever by Catherine Bybee]()
Beginning of Forever by Catherine Bybee
Rated: 4.51 of 5 stars · 33 ratingsFrom New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Catherine Bybee comes the story of two wine enthusiasts who ride the ups and downs of love in the vineyards of Tuscany.Tasting wine is not enough: sommelier Giovanni D’Angelo wants to create it. To put his family first, he’s always deferred his dreams—a vineyard to run, a woman to marry...Categorized as:
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![The Chocolate Shop on Amelia Island by Hope Holloway]()
The Chocolate Shop on Amelia Island by Hope Holloway
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsThe saga continues with secrets, surprises, and sweet temptations… Sadie Wingate has been keeping secrets...from her family and from her brand new husband. But once the truth is revealed, her whole world melts like a truffle in the sunshine... -
![Seven of a Kind by Sandi Lynn]()
Seven of a Kind by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsConnerMy life was simple yet complicated, and Dr. Charlotte Roman knew it.Our first encounter was when I left my phone in the shopping cart at Target. I called it, she answered, and I politely asked if she’d bring it to me. She had a few choice words to say before telling me to come and get it myself. When I did, she proceeded to psychoanalyze me... -
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![Beyond Reason by Autumn Jones Lake]()
Beyond Reason by Autumn Jones Lake
Rated: 4.79 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsWHEN THE MOST TOXIC PEOPLE COME DISGUISED AS FAMILY, WHO CAN YOU TRUST? Betrayal by blood cuts the deepest. Teller’s found his ride or die girl. The light Charlotte brings to his life has touched the darkest parts of his soul. But a devastating secret from her past resurfaces to threaten their future. Every truth can be erased with one lie... -
![Forever Lies by Kathleen Brooks]()
Forever Lies by Kathleen Brooks
Rated: 4.77 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsGreer Parker had her life planned out. She’d follow in her father and brothers’ FBI footsteps, and then she’d become the first female director. Now on loan to the president’s off-the-books black ops group, Greer is at a crossroads in her life—go back to the FBI or forge a new path... -
![Eleven of a Kind by Sandi Lynn]()
Eleven of a Kind by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.68 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsGabriel: My life was fulfilled in every way possible. I was a doctor, had a thriving practice, and was happily single. I enjoyed my bachelorhood too much to let anyone into my life until one day, I woke up and found myself a single father to a fifteen-year-old girl named Riley. She resulted from one beautiful summer I’d spent with her mother years ago in Hawaii... -
![The Key Trilogy by Nora Roberts]()
The Key Trilogy by Nora Roberts
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 31 ratingsKey of Light (2003)The Malory Price Life Plan does not include a quixotic quest - but the strangers on Warrior's Peak claim that she must find a key that will release three souls held captive by an evil god. Little does she know that the quest will bring her two new friends, the love of her life, and danger beyond anyone's imagination... -
![One Little Secret by Avery Maxwell]()
One Little Secret by Avery Maxwell
Rated: 4.55 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsAshton WestbrookPlaying house with a secret-keeping heiress was not how I envisioned helping when my brothers called me. My expertise is the dirty work, not glorified babysitting. Now Nova Blaine is here in this tiny town. Invading my home, my thoughts, and turning my carefully controlled existence upside down.I’m tasked with finding her assailant, an assignment that requires me to stay close... -
![The Secret One by Ruth Cardello]()
The Secret One by Ruth Cardello
In this steamy third book in New York Times bestselling author Ruth Cardello’s Corisi Billionaires series, a trip to Italy could jump-start a lasting relationship—but only if all that’s hidden comes to light.When Christof meets a beautiful mechanic on the side of the road, he knows they’re meant to be... -
![Enamored by J.S. Scott]()
Enamored by J.S. Scott
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsAll it takes is a little friction to turn up the heat in the third Accidental Billionaires novel by New York Times bestselling author J.S. Scott.Like his brothers and sisters, Seth Sinclair went from blue-collar to billionaire overnight, and he’s decided to invest in what he knows best: construction... -
![Fatal Frenzy by Marie Force]()
Fatal Frenzy by Marie Force
Rated: 4.52 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsInauguration day is almost here… Lieutenant Sam Holland is on leave, recovering from an attack that shook her to the core. With no case to distract her, she's trying to stay busy—even voluntarily meeting with her new White House staff. But it's not enough to keep the horrific memories at bay, and her family is worried…especially her husband, Vice President Nick Cappuano... -
![A Kind Wedding: Nathan & Sofia by Sandi Lynn]()
A Kind Wedding: Nathan & Sofia by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.72 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsWedding bells are ringing for Nathan & Sofia!Join Nathan and Sofia as they try to juggle their family life and careers all while trying to plan the perfect wedding.Enjoy bonfires, brotherly talks, weekly surf time, music, laughter, and more in this next installment of the Kind Brothers Series... -
![Crew by Melody Anne]()
Crew by Melody Anne
Rated: 4.52 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsCrew Anderson has been keeping a secret from his family — a huge secret that he doesn’t know how to handle. But soon he learns he can’t face this situation alone. So he goes to Darla, the best friend of his brother’s fiancé, Daisy, who happens to be a social worker... -
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![New Beginnings on Railway Lane by Alison Sherlock]()
New Beginnings on Railway Lane by Alison Sherlock
Rated: 4.55 of 5 stars · 22 ratingsWhen high flying, workaholic Katy Smith is suddenly made redundant, she needs to find a job fast!After mistakenly answering an advert online, she quickly realises that the rundown railway station in sleepy Cranfield isn’t the 5-star London hotels she’s used to working in!But a job’s a job. Right?Chef Ryan Connelly is having a crisis of confidence after his Italian dream turns sour... -
![Reluctantly Alpha by Ruth Cardello]()
Reluctantly Alpha by Ruth Cardello
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsConnor Sutton never had a problem attracting women. Tall, blond, easy-going . . . all he had to do to get them into his bed was to stop saying no. He never wanted to be rich or famous, but when his sister married a billionaire, he became both. To fit into the Barrington clan, he had to make a lot of changes and although being rich is nice. . -
![He Said Forever by Ruth Cardello]()
He Said Forever by Ruth Cardello
Rated: 4.66 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsFrom New York Times, bestselling author Ruth Cardello comes an emotional romance about love, loss, and second chances.Jared’s childhood was so ugly he changed his name to free himself from it. He fought his way out of poverty and earned his success, but all that isn’t enough when his past catches up to him.Michawn isn’t looking for love when she meets Jared... -
![Twelve of a Kind by Sandi Lynn]()
Twelve of a Kind by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.73 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsCarter: I was grateful for my second chance at life and discovering a family I never knew existed. Relocating my company and myself from South Carolina to Los Angeles brought me closer to them. They were all happily married, except my brother Gabriel, who was engaged to the love of his life. I didn’t trust women, and for good reason... -
![Billionaire Unreachable ~ Wyatt by J.S. Scott]()
Billionaire Unreachable ~ Wyatt by J.S. Scott
Rated: 4.62 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsWhat happens when the man you think you despise turns out to be a completely different guy beneath the surface? I didn't like Wyatt Durand. He might be my friend's older brother, but he was unpleasant, sarcastic, and the grumpiest guy on the planet. It didn't matter to me that he was a breathtakingly gorgeous, ultra-wealthy billionaire with the very prestigious Durand last name... -
![A Cosy Countryside Christmas by Eliza J. Scott]()
A Cosy Countryside Christmas by Eliza J. Scott
Rated: 4.51 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsElla Welford’s done with love. After having her fingers burnt, she’s been resolutely single for the last year and has sworn to stay that way.Joss Campion’s still reeling from a messy divorce and has vowed never to open his heart to love again.Growing up in the picturesque village of Lytell Stangdale, with the North Yorkshire Moors as their playground, Joss and Ella were best friends... -
![A Kind Wedding: Jackson & Georgia by Sandi Lynn]()
A Kind Wedding: Jackson & Georgia by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.64 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsThe Kind family is back, and this time wedding bells are ringing!Join Jackson and Georgia as they juggle their family life, careers, and the headaches of planning the perfect wedding.Enjoy bonfires, brotherly talks, weekly surf time, music, and more in this next installment of the Kind Brothers Series... -
![Five of a Kind by Sandi Lynn]()
Five of a Kind by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsOne letter that altered my life.A fake birth certificate.A father I never knew about.And four brothers who were the same age as I was.At thirty-three years old, I was the CEO of Sterling Capital, thanks to my uncle who took me under his wing and introduced me to the world of investing... -
![Thirteen of a Kind by Sandi Lynn]()
Thirteen of a Kind by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.66 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsBefore she passed away, my mother's final words to me were an apology, pleading for my forgiveness. I was puzzled until, after her death, I received a letter that revealed everything. Amidst my grief, I learned the truth about my biological father and the existence of six siblings in Venice, California—a revelation after twenty-nine years of believing I was an only child... -
![Sins of the Father: A Forbidden Love/Soul Mate/Billionaire Romance by Maggie Cole]()
Sins of the Father: A Forbidden Love/Soul Mate/Billionaire Romance by Maggie Cole
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsA slow burn of adrenaline that will keep you buzzing until you can’t handle it anymore…Worth the wait…An animal under the sheets…That’s what his exes claimed about Steven Sinclair on national T.V.He’s super successful, scheduled, and has rules about dating.And he’s my soon to be sister-in-law Quinn’s brother.I’m only in Chicago for the wedding and to watch my niece for the week.. -
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![Fourteen of a Kind: Kind Brothers Series, Book 19 by Sandi Lynn]()
Fourteen of a Kind: Kind Brothers Series, Book 19 by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.72 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsOfficial Synopsis coming... -
![New Arrivals at Hedgehog Hollow by Jessica Redland]()
New Arrivals at Hedgehog Hollow by Jessica Redland
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 30 ratingsWith new arrivals comes new responsibilities...The sun is shining, wild flowers are blooming and Hedgehog Hollow is officially open for business.For Samantha, the proud owner of this beautiful rescue centre, life has never been busier... -
![A Kind Wedding: Conner & Charlotte by Sandi Lynn]()
A Kind Wedding: Conner & Charlotte by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsThe Kind family is back, and wedding bells are ringing for Conner & Charlotte.Join Conner and Charlotte as they juggle their family life, careers, and the drama of trying to plan the perfect wedding.Enjoy bonfires, brotherly talks, weekly surf time, music, laughter, and more in this next installment of the Kind Brothers Series... -
![A Ryan Regret by Sadie Kincaid]()
A Ryan Regret by Sadie Kincaid
A weekend at the lake house for Jessie and Shane should be nothing but fun, right? Except when Shane makes his wife a bet that she's too stubborn to refuse, and one he's about to regret. Which one of them is going to win as they drive each other crazy? Because Jessie Ryan lives to push his buttons and any Ryan fans know he has many... -
![Alice and the Billionaire Boss by Serenity Woods]()
Alice and the Billionaire Boss by Serenity Woods
Rated: 4.59 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsOne night in Wonderland is just the start of my adventures…On my twenty-fifth birthday, I decide enough is enough.Family responsibilities have made dating impossible.Now I’m single and inexperienced. Like, completely .My virginity is a millstone around my neck. And I want to get rid of it.All I need is one night, with one stranger, so I don’t look like an idiot when I start dating for real...Categorized as:
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![The Kind Brothers by Sandi Lynn]()
The Kind Brothers by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsThe family you have grown to love is back in book six of the Kind Brothers Series, told from multiple points of view. Join Sam, Stefan, Sebastian, Simon, & Shaun as they navigate through life between their businesses, jobs, and the expansion of their family. Proposals, weddings, and unexpected surprises keep this family going strong... -
![Strictly Family by Ruth Cardello]()
Strictly Family by Ruth Cardello
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsA successful businessman’s life is turned upside down when a beautiful woman shows up with DNA proof that her daughter is his. The problem? He’s never met her.Thane:I didn’t believe I had a twin until I met Ashlee and saw myself in the eyes of her daughter. I was adopted. I understand why someone might seek out their biological parents, but I’m not her daughter’s father... -
![More Than Paper by Maggie Cole]()
More Than Paper by Maggie Cole
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsFifteen years ago, I was young and dumb. I married Valeria to save her from being deported and having to marry one of her father’s men. She’s a lesbian, we’re only friends, and it was supposed to be for only a few years. But I didn’t know her father was the most ruthless man in Colombia. Marriage is something he takes seriously. Divorce is not an option... -
![Desired Too by S.K. Lessly]()
Desired Too by S.K. Lessly
Angel and Raquel possess two very strong personalities separately. They are alphas to the core. The problem comes when these two fire-filled individuals come together. One needs to be in control while the other refuses to be controlled. Angel Leonetti, the complete Alpha Male “Let me first address this ‘using you’ shit that you mentioned... -
![Scarred Queen by Naomi West]()
Scarred Queen by Naomi West
My boss got me pregnant.Made me marry him.And now..."What do you mean, 'you're sending me away'?Is this some kind of joke?"But the look on Arsen's face says nothing about this is funny.He means he's sending me and our newborn baby to God knows where for God knows how long.It's "for my safety"?Yeah, I've heard that line before.It's what men say when they're doing something for themselves.But fine... -
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![Three of a Kind by Sandi Lynn]()
Three of a Kind by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsRule number one: Stop staring at my sexy new neighbor.I couldn’t help it. When someone looked as good as she did, it was hard not to stare.Rule number two: Do not sleep with my new sexy neighbor.What can I say? Self-control wasn’t one of my strongest suits.Rule number three: Do not, under any circumstances, fall for my new sexy neighbor.I tried.Emilia Gallo was damaged... -
![Six of a Kind by Sandi Lynn]()
Six of a Kind by Sandi Lynn
JacksonThe day I found my wife in bed with a friend on our first wedding anniversary, I packed my bags, left, and never looked back. That was the day I promised I’d never get involved in another relationship again.Nine years later, I had still held to my promise... -
![Beast Comes Home by Jordan Marie]()
Beast Comes Home by Jordan Marie
Rated: 4.52 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsChristmas is over, but Skull and the guys with the Devil Blaze MC want to celebrate one of their own’s birthday. Beast has visited the clubhouse, but he hasn’t stayed one night inside the walls since walking away. Now, he is back with his Beauty... -
![The Wild One by Ruth Cardello]()
The Wild One by Ruth Cardello
She wants to go wild. A billionaire decides to go with her. For two Americans in Paris, love wasn’t in the plans in New York Times bestselling author Ruth Cardello’s sexy high-stakes romance. After years of choosing safe over satisfying, a weeklong Paris fling sounds perfect to Wren Heath...Categorized as:
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![Four of a Kind by Sandi Lynn]()
Four of a Kind by Sandi Lynn
Rated: 4.59 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsRule Number One: Do not listen to my brothers about finding the “one” to settle down with. I won’t. I’m happy with my life and being a carefree bachelor. Rule Number Two: Ignore the connection with the sexy stranger who rolled into town and beat the crap out of my suspect. I’m trying, but… I was on the trail of a suspect I’d been pursuing when Grace Adams got to him before I did... -
![Endeared by J.S. Scott]()
Endeared by J.S. Scott
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsAfter finishing a hard-won medical residency, Owen Sinclair now lives his dream as a family physician. The windfall that brought him newfound wealth has also made handsome Dr. Sinclair the town’s most eligible bachelor...
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