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Taggart Family Values by Lexi Blake
Rated: 4.82 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsFrom Ian and Charlotte’s first meeting in Paris to a look into the future, Taggart Family Values chronicles Masters and Mercenaries’ favorite family through a series of short stories and novellas. Includes one brand new short story and one new novella... -
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Time for Love by Marie Force
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsDr. David Lawrence has spent the last two years atoning for his sins and recovering from the devastating breakup with Gansett Island golden girl Janey McCarthy. As the island's only doctor, he's had ample opportunity to show his fellow island residents that there's more to him than the guy who disappointed Janey so profoundly... -
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![Second Hearts by G.J. Walker-Smith]()
Second Hearts by G.J. Walker-Smith
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsSecond Hearts, book 2 of The Wishes Series. Charli Blake's high tolerance for risk doesn't always work in her favour. After a year of living out her dream of travelling the world, the sunny West African village of Kaimte would be her last stop. She's bound for New York, in search of the boy she'd let go of long ago. For Charli, nothing has changed... -
![Protecting Summer by Susan Stoker]()
Protecting Summer by Susan Stoker
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 42 ratingsAt age fifteen, Sam "Mozart" Reed's life changed the day his little sister was found abused and murdered. Since her death, he's spent his life hunting for the serial killer who took his sister from him and ruined his family. Using his connections, and SEAL training, Mozart believes he's finally tracked the killer to the town of Big Bear, California...Categorized as:
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![Only the Beginning by Laramie Briscoe]()
Only the Beginning by Laramie Briscoe
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsPrincess of Country Music.America’s sweetheart.Survivor of the scrutiny that comes with it all. Hannah 'Harmony' Stewart has lived most of her adult life in the spotlight. It hasn’t always been easy. One heartbreak almost ruined her. Some days it’s hard to keep a smile on her face and stay positive, but there are a lot of people counting on her to keep it together... -
![Taming Crow by Paula Marinaro]()
Taming Crow by Paula Marinaro
Rated: 4.06 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsThe moment that Melissa Raymoor saw the small, rundown cottage sitting at the edge of the woods looking so neglected and forlorn, she was all in. Melissa knew that the little house needed a family as much as her little family needed it. The young widow longed for the tranquility that she was sure renting the home would provide for herself and her small son...Categorized as:
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![DIGGING A HOLE by Mimi Jean Pamfiloff]()
DIGGING A HOLE by Mimi Jean Pamfiloff
Rated: 3.99 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsFrom New York Times Bestseller, Mimi Jean Pamfiloff, Comes Book Three of the Ohellno Series, DIGGING A HOLE . (Standalone.) HE'S THE MEANEST BOSS EVER.SHE'S THE SWEET SHY INTERN.THEY'RE ABOUT TO WRECK EACH OTHER CRAZY. My name is Sydney Lucas. I am smart, deathly shy, and one-hundred percent determined to make my own way in the world. Which is why I jumped at the chance to intern for Mr...Categorized as:
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Silent Night Man by Diana Palmer
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThis Christmas, New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer revisits a tale of danger and true love under the mistletoe…What does Millie Evans want in her stocking for Christmas? Just one thing…to feel safe. Even though her stalker is dead, he arranged for a hit man to kill her. Now the special government agent Millie has loved from afar for years has vowed to protect her...Categorized as:
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![Ash to Steele by Karen-Anne Stewart]()
Ash to Steele by Karen-Anne Stewart
Rated: 3.97 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsEmma Who I am and all I believe is marred with just one glance into angry, steel blue eyes. He seems to control my air, my ability to breathe. He makes me crave everything I know is a sin. Pure becomes tainted and lines are blurred. It's my fault; I'm the one who isn't strong enough. I've been damaged...broken. Breck's words haunt me...'There's a consequence for every choice you make...Categorized as:
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Champagne Girl by Diana Palmer
Rated: 3.87 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsCatherine makes plans and Matt always bursts her bubbles. That's the way it has been ever since her father died and Matt inherited the family's sprawling Texas ranch. He controls her money and tries to control her life. But the time has come to make her break from the ranch and from Matt. The perfect job awaits Catherine in New York and she's going to take it...Categorized as:
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![Scarred Devil by Lisa Lovell]()
Scarred Devil by Lisa Lovell
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsAnd so, I said the words that ruined my “I do.”What if you found out that you were born for one single purpose?Wed a Russian Bratva boss, hand him your V-card, and give him an heir.You guessed that’s what happened to me.A few days ago, I was a normal girl, living a normal life.Now, I’m crying at the altar, bound to the Devil himself... -
![The Tycoon's Misunderstood Bride by Elizabeth Lennox]()
The Tycoon's Misunderstood Bride by Elizabeth Lennox
Emotionally abused all her life by a domineering father, Emma thought she might have a shot at happiness after his death. But then she heard the terms of his will! She must marry Jason Montenegro and give birth to a son... -
![Aristides' Convenient Wife by Jacqueline Baird]()
Aristides' Convenient Wife by Jacqueline Baird
Rated: 3.62 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsTO LOVE, HONOR ... AND POSSESS! Leon Aristides believes in money, power and family. So when his sister dies, leaving a son, he acts quickly and ruthlessly... -
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![Wanting What You Get by Kathy Love]()
Wanting What You Get by Kathy Love
Chunky and unpopular in high school, Ellie Stepp was often the brunt of hurtful remarks and other cruel behavior. Now a librarian in the very town where she had such a miserable adolescence, Ellie has resigned herself to being overweight and single. But Ellie has always had a crush on Mason Sweet, and when they find themselves paired off at her sister's wedding, Mason is flirtatious... -
![Long Journey Back by Robyn Donald]()
Long Journey Back by Robyn Donald
Rated: 3.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhere she was concerned Trent had no scruples Nothing--not even Trent's divorce--could alter the fact that he'd cruelly jilted Melly in favor of a more advantageous marriage. His undeniable love for her only made his betrayal all the more searing, her return to New Zealand even more unsettling. Trent wanted her back. No, demanded it! Passion, trust... the lot...Categorized as:
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![Second-Best Bride by Margaret Rome]()
Second-Best Bride by Margaret Rome
Rated: 3.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAngie didn't know all the facts!When her sister, Cilla, decided not to marry Terzan Helios after all, Angie was persuaded to go to his Greek island to break the news.Cilla had described Terzan as "sinfully wealthy and wickedly attractive." But she had neglected to tell Angie one thing--Terzan was now blind. Angie's heart soon went out to the proud, enigmatic Greek... -
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The Ex Games 3 by J.S. Cooper
Rated: 3.71 of 5 stars · 44 ratingsThe stunning conclusion to The Ex Games novella serial is here! What other secret is Brandon hiding? Seven years ago, Katie Raymond made a mistake that cost her the love of her life. Now, Brandon Hastings is back in her life and it seems like he is determined to make her pay for her previous mistakes...Categorized as:
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![The Unwanted Wife by Lorelai Murphy]()
The Unwanted Wife by Lorelai Murphy
Rated: 3.08 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBrooke: The day my dad told me he had arranged a marriage for me was the best day of my life. I did not know it at the time. At the time, "I've arranged for you to marry Landon Campbell," were the most terrifying words of my life. I did not know who this Campbell guy was, and he certainly did not know me. Even still, those eight simple words also gave me hope... -
![The Sicilian's Virgin Bride by Sarah Morgan]()
The Sicilian's Virgin Bride by Sarah Morgan
Rated: 3.43 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsCommanded back to her husband's bed...Women did not walk away from Sicilian billionaire Rocco Castellani. All he'd wanted was a lovely, biddable wife... -
![Boardroom Bully by Harper West]()
Boardroom Bully by Harper West
Rated: 3.32 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen you grow up, bullies are supposed to be a thing of the past. A part of your childhood that you never fully recover from as you escape into the 'so called' real world. And after college graduation, I thought I’d escaped them. But I was wrong. Because the company I've committed to, the company that can ignite my career and change my life, belongs to him. Joseph Ryker...Categorized as:
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![Against All Odds by Kels Barnholdt]()
Against All Odds by Kels Barnholdt
Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsEver since her mother’s death, Victoria feels numb. She used to dread the empty feelings, but now she depends on them -- being invisible is better than having to answer the questions, better than having to deal with the pain. She’s so numb that she doesn’t even care that her relationship with her father is now nonexistent, or that she only has one real friend left in the world...Categorized as:
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![The Sheik's Dangerous Lover by Elizabeth Lennox]()
The Sheik's Dangerous Lover by Elizabeth Lennox
Rated: 3.58 of 5 stars · 33 ratingsJust like in the fairy tale, a lavish ball was being held to find Sheik Malik a bride. There was a darker side to this story though. The urgency was due to several assassination attempts and Malik had to marry quickly and produce an heir. The stability of his country depended on constancy and conservative leadership. He couldn’t allow his enemies to win...Categorized as:
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![The Wager by Calista Kyle]()
The Wager by Calista Kyle
Rated: 3.46 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsA Bookworm Lily Hayward doesn't do parties, doesn't like attention, and she definitely doesn't date. This unassuming book shop owner would rather spend a night in with a good book rather than hobnob with the rich and famous. When her best friend Mel begs her to attend a charity gala with her, Lily reluctantly agrees...Categorized as:
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![The Tycoon's Make-Believe Fiancée by Elizabeth Lennox]()
The Tycoon's Make-Believe Fiancée by Elizabeth Lennox
Rated: 3.51 of 5 stars · 35 ratingsIt’s wonderful to be engaged! Or at least it would be if he actually had a fiancée... Royston is reunited with his sister at last – and she’s married and expecting! He is overwhelmed with emotion, but so caught off guard when she questions him about his love life that he makes up a crazy story about a love of his own... -
![Blackmailed by the Beast by Sam Crescent]()
Blackmailed by the Beast by Sam Crescent
Rated: 3.44 of 5 stars · 39 ratingsWayne Brown is ruthless when it comes to business, and with a nickname of the "Beast", no one dares to challenge him. What he wants he gets. Lily Jones is sweet innocence and despises men like Wayne. But the Jones family is desperate, and he offers them a solution to their problems. Only he wants something in return...Lily. She either marries him or her family answers to the debt collectors...Categorized as:
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![The Playboy Sheikh's Virgin Stable-Girl by Sharon Kendrick]()
The Playboy Sheikh's Virgin Stable-Girl by Sharon Kendrick
Rated: 2.76 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsPolo-playing sheikh Prince Kaliq Al'Farisi loves his women as much as his horses. They're wild, willing, and he's their master!Stable girl Eleni is a local Calistan. Raised by her brutal father on the horse-racing circuit, she feels unlovable. When her precious horses are given to Sheikh Kaliq, she "refuses" to be parted from them... -
![Crossfire Boxed Set by Sylvia Day]()
Crossfire Boxed Set by Sylvia Day
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 36 ratingsExperience the passion of Eva and Gideon—in the first three intensely sensual Crossfire novels by #1 New York Times bestselling author Sylvia Day—Bared to You, Reflected in You, and Entwined with You... -
![One Year with Him by C.D. Reiss]()
One Year with Him by C.D. Reiss
Rated: 4.45 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsMonica’s not weak or fragile, but she’s never going to be the same under Jonathan’s thumb. He’s so dark. So cruel. So perfectly demanding. She can’t commit to him. She can’t abdicate her will to his or promise to play his games. But he keeps drawing her back in.He’ll break her, but in the end, she’s going to beg to be shattered... -
![Breathless Trilogy Boxed Set by Maya Banks]()
Breathless Trilogy Boxed Set by Maya Banks
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 29 ratings“Erotic fantasies and seduction…are the name of the game” (Joyfully Reviewed) in the Breathless Trilogy by New York Times bestselling phenomenon Maya Banks, an author “hot enough to make even the coolest reader sweat!” (Fresh Fiction).The complete Breathless Trilogy in an irresistible box set...
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