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Brie Learns Restraint by Red Phoenix
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsBrie Learns Restraint, #5 in the AG series:Brie is given the opportunity to work under the mastery of another Dom - an expert in bondage. During the unique arrangement she discovers truths about herself and several of her past trainers. A new passion is ignited when she participates in an erotic class of Kinbaku. Loyalties are challenged, but a clear winner emerges... -
![Hustle Him by Jennifer Foor]()
Hustle Him by Jennifer Foor
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsAfter losing his family in a tragic accident, Ramsey Towers has given up on his old life. He moved to a small town in West Virginia, where nobody will bother him about his painful past that he, himself, can't stop reliving. Still needing to make money, he took a job as the town sheriff... -
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![Christmas with the McCarthys by Jane Henry]()
Christmas with the McCarthys by Jane Henry
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSpend a Christmas evening with the McCarthys in this heartwarming novella featuring all of your favorite characters... -
![Total Submission by Roxy Sloane]()
Total Submission by Roxy Sloane
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsHer secrets are tearing us apart, but I can’t give up on us yet. When I’m with her, the beast inside me is tamed. My every craving sated by her gentle touch.I won’t let her go without a fight.No matter what the cost, I will protect her. She belongs to me now... -
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![River by C.E. Johnson]()
River by C.E. Johnson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe first time I met Kalina Lawson, she nearly passed out. Being a firefighter, I couldn’t just walk back to my cabin. I stayed with her until I knew she was all right. But her warm and friendly company is refreshing, and I quickly become enamored with the stunning cabin manager... -
![Gage by Cami Carlisle]()
Gage by Cami Carlisle
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsGage Montgomery learned early that life is a battle. Now, he's a warrior for those he is called to protect, and ready to fight for the Little one who was taken from him years ago. The one he is no longer willing to live without.Breezy Boucher knows loss. Intimately. Now all she wants is to live her Little life in peace. When that peace is shattered, her long-lost daddy takes charge... -
![Call Sign: King by Livia Grant]()
Call Sign: King by Livia Grant
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsHe got cocky. Let his guard down.Now the love of his life is paying the price.For a moment he'd forgotten there were men who wanted him dead. Men who lived their lives in the dark, who could reach out of the shadows he used to live in, and he'd been naive to think the light inside her would keep her safe... -
![The Last Dance by Angelica Chase]()
The Last Dance by Angelica Chase
Rated: 4.12 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsRhysI was on my way out of the life when she came barging in with her new appetite and unrealistic expectations of what a Dom should be. All I had left to do to break free was sell the club and walk away. Now I found I had something to walk toward. And for the first time in my life, I hoped I’d be enough for a woman.Caring for a woman was easy for me... -
![Tipsy by Cambria Hebert]()
Tipsy by Cambria Hebert
Rated: 4.05 of 5 stars · 28 ratingsJulie Preston is an artist. But her canvas isn’t paper or clay. It’s hair. She spends her days coloring, blow drying and styling her clients hair at the Razor’s Edge salon. Julie is also annoyed. She went out on a date and had a great time, gave the guy her number and the jerk never called... -
![Arrogant Officer by Lauren Runow, Jeannine Colette]()
Arrogant Officer by Lauren Runow, Jeannine Colette
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIt all started when I got an email. Let me rephrase. A sextortion email from someone claiming they tapped into my computer and recorded me while watching an adult graphic video. If I don’t send them money, they’ll show everyone in my contact list. As a chemistry teacher at a private school, I panicked. Not only do I love my job, I need it... -
![Cade by Liliana Hart]()
Cade by Liliana Hart
Rated: 4.03 of 5 stars · 32 ratingsCade MacKenzie is prepared to give his life to destroy the cartel that killed his lover, but the only way to draw them out is to present them with the perfect bait. Bayleigh Scott has no idea who her new neighbor is, only that her body is drawn to him in ways she can’t explain, and the danger that surrounds him isn’t the deterrent she knows it should be... -
![Pinch Me by Tymber Dalton]()
Pinch Me by Tymber Dalton
Rated: 4.09 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsWhen Laura Spaulding awakens in a hospital to learn a vicious attack has stolen her memories, all she has are her strong, instinctive emotions for close friends and her fiancé, Rob. Rob Carlton is more than just Laura’s fiancé—he’s also her Master... -
![Merciless Sinner by E.M. Gayle]()
Merciless Sinner by E.M. Gayle
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPart 1 of the Alex and Harper DuetI thought one night would be enough, but I was wrong.HarperAn anonymous invitation, sex with strangers... What was I thinking?Hell yeah. I need to get a life. That's what I was thinking.But I didn't plan on getting addicted.AlexI knew she wouldn’t say no. No one ever does.I have more in my life than any one man should... -
![Sizzle by Gina Watson]()
Sizzle by Gina Watson
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSIZZLESt. Martin Family Emergency Responders*Can be read as standalone* A Louisiana fireman, Clay St. Martin liked his hoses bound tight and his women bound tighter. He’d not had a traditional relationship in years and was positive he’d found the answer to all his needs and The Hoodoo Pot—Baton Rouge’s elite members only sex and bondage club... -
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![Falling for the Protective Firefighter by Zoey Rose]()
Falling for the Protective Firefighter by Zoey Rose
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsIn the heat of the blaze, I never expected to find the kind of man that could set my world on fire. All I wanted was a carefree gap year, a chance to bask in my freedom and keep my heart untouched. But, when a house fire sweeps me off my feet, I find myself in the strong arms of Tyler, the smoldering firefighter who saves me from the inferno... -
![Midnight Secrets by Lisa Marie Rice]()
Midnight Secrets by Lisa Marie Rice
Rated: 4.03 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFormer Navy SEAL Joe Harris nearly died—twice—on a medevac helo after being blown up by an IED. He’s not moving too great these days, but if there was ever a woman designed to jump start a man’s hormones, it would be his new neighbor. Meeting Isabel—loving Isabel—brought Joe back to life... -
![Midnight Secrets by Lisa Marie Rice]()
Midnight Secrets by Lisa Marie Rice
Rated: 4.03 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWhen danger lurks, look to the MEN OF MIDNIGHT: dark, dangerous, and willing to do anything to protect the women they love. Former navy SEAL Joe Harris nearly died—twice—on a medevac helo after being blown up by an IED. He’s not moving too great these days, but if there was ever a woman designed to jump-start a man’s hormones, it would be his new neighbor... -
![Never Say Never by Scarlett Avery]()
Never Say Never by Scarlett Avery
Rated: 4.04 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsPrevious cover edition for ASIN B00OMDNOMCFor all editions see hereLose yourself in this sensual, sexy and steamy erotic romance between Billionaire, Bryce Van Der Linden, and former real estate queen-turned-escort Sofia Herrera is this sensual and tumultuous billionaire romance.I never imagined I’d be forced in this position, but I really don’t have a choice after my financial debacle... -
![Until Sadie: Happily Ever Alpha World by Sarah Curtis]()
Until Sadie: Happily Ever Alpha World by Sarah Curtis
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsCruising Pacific Coast Highway, Dean Keller had one thing on his mind—the job he needed to nail down.New city. New connections. New life. That was Dean’s focus.Until Sadie.One look at the fiery pixie with emerald eyes and Dean knew he had to make her his.The timing couldn’t be worse. Things were… complicated.Dean should’ve walked away from her.He didn’t. Couldn’t.But he should have... -
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Hookup by Cordelia Kingsbridge
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAn anonymous club hookup could be the start of a beautiful friendship – or at least a whole lot of orgasms.Words:4051 (One Shot Complete)Also posted at: http://ckingsbridge.livejournal.com/4.. -
![Not Your Average Morning After by Cordelia Kingsbridge]()
Not Your Average Morning After by Cordelia Kingsbridge
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsRiley tries to catch Andres off-guard. It doesn't go the way he expected, but he's not complaining... -
![A Flare Of Heat by Nicola Claire]()
A Flare Of Heat by Nicola Claire
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThere are times when I truly believe humanity will not survive. Some of the last words spoken to Detective Lara Keen by her Criminal Investigations Bureau partner Carl Forrester before he died. They have haunted her ever since... -
![Rescue Breathing by Zoe Norman]()
Rescue Breathing by Zoe Norman
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen Manhattan Psychologist Olivia Burke receives an invitation to present her research on trauma in servicemen in Seattle, she is determined to turn the business trip into the start of healing her own traumatized heart. FDNY Firefighter Owen Maxwell is an unapologetic playboy who spends his days saving lives and his nights breaking hearts... -
![No Excuses by Nikky Kaye]()
No Excuses by Nikky Kaye
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratings"I want to take the stick out of your a$$, but that's really more of a fifth date thing." Maddie's rules for attending a work retreat: 1 Pack the right clothes. Especially extra underwear. 2 Don’t try to school your insanely hot boss on acceptable trust exercises. 3 Be prepared for the extracurricular ropes course... -
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![The Love Trials by J.S. Cooper, Helen Cooper]()
The Love Trials by J.S. Cooper, Helen Cooper
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe Loves Trials Box Set includes The Love Trials 1, 2, and 3 The Love Trials She thought she knew what was between the sheets, but she really had no idea. I thought I knew what I was getting into when I received the invitation from the lovers academy. I thought I was going for love... -
![Spark & Blaze by Brenda Cothern]()
Spark & Blaze by Brenda Cothern
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBrett Malone has been working for Tampa Fire Department for over three years and the last thing he needs or wants is a rookie who can’t follow orders on a scene. He doesn’t need to be attracted to the rookie either, especially since his closet door at work is firmly welded shut.All Evan Carmichael ever wanted to be was a fireman... -
![Protected by a SEAL: Hot SEALs by Cat Johnson]()
Protected by a SEAL: Hot SEALs by Cat Johnson
Rated: 3.97 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAs a Navy SEAL, Rick Mann fought his way to hell and back, but he’s never faced a challenge quite like protecting Sierra Cox. She’s spoiled, she’s annoying . . . and he’s never wanted a woman more. That’s a problem for so many reasons... -
![Blacklist Hookup by Sadie Haller]()
Blacklist Hookup by Sadie Haller
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsLooking to hook up with a kinky fellow celebrity near you when nobody--literally nobody--can know you're the opposite of vanilla?There’s an app for that.Quietly warn a fellow actress not to be alone with a certain producer and… BOOM. I’m dumped from Hollywood’s A-list to everyone’s blacklist in the blink of an upload... -
![Arrogant Bastard by Jennifer Dawson]()
Arrogant Bastard by Jennifer Dawson
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsI’m Cat McKay, and I’m in desperate need of a man.My farm manager deserted me six weeks before our grand opening that will help put my family’s business on the map. Now I need to find a replacement, because I’m not about to be the reason we fail. Unfortunately, Caden Landry— whose arrogance, evasions and good looks rub me the wrong way—is my only option on a list of zero candidates... -
![Green Means Go by Cordelia Kingsbridge]()
Green Means Go by Cordelia Kingsbridge
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhat's better than negotiating kinks over tapas? The kinky sex that comes afterwards.Words:7809 (One Shot - Complete)Also posted at: http://ckingsbridge.livejournal.com/4.. -
![Curvy Girl and the Firefighter Next Door by Jessa Joy]()
Curvy Girl and the Firefighter Next Door by Jessa Joy
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsHe's the gorgeous older firefighter next door. And me? I'm a hot mess. HaileyAtlas King is a legend in Snowflake Falls. Strong, brave, ridiculously gorgeous... he's the big, burly hero who everybody respects. My next door neighbor makes me melt. Why would he even look twice at a chaos-causing curvy girl like me? But we're thrown together and I find out something surprising... -
![Resisting the Hero by Cindi Madsen]()
Resisting the Hero by Cindi Madsen
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsFaith Fitzpatrick isn’t looking for a hero. Burned one too many times in the past, she’s now sworn them off completely. And when her brother’s best friend, Connor, convinces him to join the dangerous SWAT team, Faith has never been more anti-hero. What’s wrong with having a safe job? There’s nothing safe about Connor... -
![Munch by Cordelia Kingsbridge]()
Munch by Cordelia Kingsbridge
Rated: 3.89 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsOriginal WorkRelationship: Andres Cardona/Riley BlackpooleRiley meets Andres' BDSM group, and Andres gives him a hell of a goodbye at the end of the night... -
![Fire in His Fingertips: A Flirty Fireman Ravishes Me with His Smoldering Gaze Vol. 3 by Tanishi Kawano]()
Fire in His Fingertips: A Flirty Fireman Ravishes Me with His Smoldering Gaze Vol. 3 by Tanishi Kawano
Rated: 3.89 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsRyo tries to set up her strapping fireman friend Souma with a co-worker from her office, but her matchmaking efforts hit a brick wall... -
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![Guns & Hoses (Guns & Hoses Universe) by Brenda Cothern]()
Guns & Hoses (Guns & Hoses Universe) by Brenda Cothern
Rated: 3.89 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsTigger Flint and Thomas Flame shared an instant mutual hate for one another from the day they met in sixth grade. Their dislike grew into competition and rivalry throughout high school as they were stuck in the same honors classes and played the same sports. That hatred and rivalry followed them into adulthood as one became a cop and the other a fireman... -
![The Fireman Who Loved Me by Jennifer Bernard]()
The Fireman Who Loved Me by Jennifer Bernard
Fearless, smoking hot, and single: meet the Bachelor Firemen of San Gabriel. These firemen might be heroes, but it's their bad luck in love that makes them legendary. News producer Melissa McGuire and Fire Captain Harry Brody couldn't be more different, though they do have one thing in common: they're both convinced they're perfectly wrong for each other... -
![Blue Forever by Nina Bruhns]()
Blue Forever by Nina Bruhns
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDashing and devilish Major Kiptyn Llowell is the opposite of reasonable. But when his top secret mission on exotic Hainan Island, China, goes belly up, Kip throws himself on the mercy of the eminently sensible (and irresistibly sexy) DeAnne Lovejoy to hitch a ride to his rendezvous point. But he gets far more than he bargained for? As an officer of the U... -
![A Major Seduction by Marie Harte]()
A Major Seduction by Marie Harte
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMajor Mike Cava has done his best not to see Maria Thompson as anything but his baby sister’s best friend. Not an easy feat when Maria’s done her best to throw herself at him for years. But now that’s he’s returned to the East Coast and with his family again, he feels easier about handling little Maria. Except in the two years since he’s seen her last, Maria has grown way up... -
![Seducing the Fireman by Jennifer Bonds]()
Seducing the Fireman by Jennifer Bonds
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe'll do whatever it takes to break her three-date rule or go down in flames trying... Firefighter Jackson Hart is back in Brooklyn and on the hunt for the girl who’s kept him burning for 10 long years. The girl he left, in a total prick move, without saying goodbye. Now he’s determined to make it right, to hell with her three-date rule.But Becca’s not ready to forgive and forget... -
![Hell or High Water by Jerrie Alexander]()
Hell or High Water by Jerrie Alexander
Rated: 3.87 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsWhen ex-SEAL Nate Wolfe learns a woman from his past is in danger, nothing will stop him from protecting her. Not even her. Dallas Child Protection Services Investigator Kay Taylor doesn't want or need Nate in her life. But he doesn't seem to understand the word no. He seems to also have forgotten the brand he left on her heart... -
![SEAL Encounter by Sharon Hamilton]()
SEAL Encounter by Sharon Hamilton
Rated: 3.86 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsThis is a short piece written to introduce you to my characters, Kyle and Christy. It is a small investment of time and money on your part, like the first course to a much larger meal. This is a private glimpse into the hearts and minds of these fictional SEALs, their community, and the women who are lucky enough to be loved by them... -
![Lonely is the Night by Stephanie Tyler]()
Lonely is the Night by Stephanie Tyler
Rated: 3.78 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsA thrilling novella of betrayal and redemption from national bestselling author Stephanie Tyler. Recently retired Delta Force Operator Reid Cormier utilizes his special skills by working black ops jobs all around the world with his former teammates and their wives. Reid’s career keeps him busy, but he can’t get his last job—or the woman involved—out of his head... -
![Love & Hate by Mia Carson]()
Love & Hate by Mia Carson
Rated: 3.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhat happens in Vegas should really stay in Vegas but not when you’re an instant bride and the groom doesn’t want a divorce! MackenizeMackenzie has the sleazy job of keeping tabs on shady billionaires, and she’s done more than her share of messing up her most recent assignment by accidentally marrying the enemy... -
![Emma's Home by Maryann Jordan]()
Emma's Home by Maryann Jordan
Rated: 3.81 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsEmma Dodd has always taken care of everyone. She raised her niece when they were orphaned and she cares for the students that she works with. Deciding to move to Fairfield where her niece now lives, she was hoping to finally find a place to call home. Jake Campbell, was gorgeous enough to catch any woman’s eye, but he had a hard time finding the right one for him... -
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![The Naughty Rules by Lili Valente, Everly Stone]()
The Naughty Rules by Lili Valente, Everly Stone
Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsThey say you don't know what you've got until it's gone, but I knew long before the day Ivy Prescott and I took separate paths in life that I was never going to find another woman like her.Now, we're both six years older, and my sweet, innocent Ivy has become a sexy, irresistible woman.She wasn't ready for me then, but she's ready for me now...
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