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Aideen by L.A. Casey
Aideen Collins is fed up. She is at her wits’ end with her eon long pregnancy, her new-found paranoia, but mostly she is fed up with her boyfriend’s constant hovering and nit-picking. Kane Slater is happier than ever. He is about to become a father for the first time with the woman he loves. Little does he know that Aideen is both literally and figuratively a ticking time bomb... -
Without You: Scotch and Sammy duet - book 2 by Emilia Finn
Rated: 4.54 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsSammy. I left because I thought I was doing the right thing. I was falling on my sword. I thought I was saving everyone a lot of heart ache, and in exchange, I took all that ache on my own. I was supposed to be the hero, but instead I was the villain. He hates me with every fiber of his being…. It’s been thirteen years since we last saw each other. It turns out ghosts can’t be buried... -
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Time by Penny Reid
From the New York Times Bestselling Author Penny Reid. A (brokenhearted) physicist. Now an infamous (who is LITERALLY EVERYWHERE! ! UGH! ) musician. The worst has already happened. Mona has learned that she has nothing figured out and plans are meaningless. After leaving her in Aspen, Abram is now breaking sales-records, rising to rock star fame almost overnight. Mona can’t seem to escape him...Categorized as:
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Scenes from the City by Penny Reid
No longer for sale. aka. .. the Festivus Surprise. 100% of proceeds go to Toys for Tots. This book cannot be read as a standalone. It is a collection of short scenes following the ladies from the 'Knitting in the City' series and will only be available in eBook format from December 1 - December 15, 2014. 'Neanderthal Seeks Honeymoon' - Janie and Quinn... -
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Inferno by Chelle Bliss
Rated: 4.62 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsStone Gallo has lived life like every day is a party. No attachments, no responsibilities, and absolutely no falling in love. He spent his days at Inked and his nights wherever he pleased. But when Stone rescues a beautiful woman in need, his entire world gets turned upside down, and he’ll never be the same. Opal hasn’t had much luck in life. No family, no friends, and absolutely no love...Categorized as:
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Nobody Knows by Lani Lynn Vale
All he ever wanted was to matter to someone. What he didn’t know was that he did matter to someone. Someone that worried about him every single day that he was gone. Malachi Gabriel Gnocchi was missing for two years. Thanks to a mission gone wrong, not only had he been captured, but his best friend along with his fellow teammates had been taken, too... -
Nuclear Option by Giulia Lagomarsino
Rated: 4.54 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsThe exciting and thrilling conclusion to Cash and Eva’s story, and the second book in the OPS series! The military defines a Nuclear Option as a drastic step or last resort, and I’m about to take it. Cash. I am an expert marksman, engaging the enemy from afar. You’ll never see me coming because I’m that good. Even a sniper can be drawn out of hiding... -
Trouble by Adriana Locke
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsShe wants something real. He wants something now. Together they’re trouble in USA Today bestselling author Adriana Locke’s sexy and funny twice-in-a-lifetime love story. With his shameless grin and let’s-play swagger, carpenter Penn Etling leaves women wanting in Dogwood Lane. What do they get? Avery Perry knows: a one-night stand. She’s been there...Categorized as:
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REGRET by Emilia Finn
Rated: 4.72 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsPreston Danes was born and raised on the streets. Unloved. Unwanted. And quickly discarded. Now he’s a man on the verge of a new career when the infamous Checkmate Security offers him a job. They want to shut down a mafia family, and they need the assistance of a skilled hacker to get the job done. Preston knows code like others know their left hands. He’s perfect for the job... -
Mistake by Emilia Finn
Rated: 4.54 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsCole Miller is a good-for-nothing nobody who skulks around dark alleyways and makes money by boosting cars from those more fortunate than he. He’s the unwanted child of a couple of deadbeats, so he never truly understood what family meant until he stumbled onto a treasure far more valuable than the GT he’s supposed to steal from the heavyweight world champion... -
Frost: A Hell's Handlers MC Florida Chapter Novella by Lilly Atlas
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsRachel has spent her life without family and watching others from the sidelines due to a series of unfortunate and traumatic events. She longs for the unbreakable connection only blood can bring. When she learns she has a half-brother living halfway across the country, she wants nothing more than to meet him. Even if he is the president of a motorcycle club... -
Join the Club by Lani Lynn Vale
There are a few lessons one has to learn for themselves. Then there are the lessons that most people don’t have to learn because it’s just not done. For instance, most people know instinctively that they shouldn’t crave the mother of their brother’s child. Bourne Pena isn’t most men... -
Kiss My Giraffe by Erin Nicholas
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsEnemies to friends to almost lovers then back to enemies…to lovers. She's got a lot of baggage. .. literally and figuratively. And an entourage. And a freaking giraffe. For real. For a guy who wants to keep things simple, this is anything but. So why can't he stay away? Knox and Fiona's story! Finally! -
Safe Haven by Emilia Finn
Rated: 4.78 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsTyler Madden is a mystery, a sentinel passing through town and sticking to the shadows. He’s unforgettable to those who want to know him, but he prefers the darkness, and regularly seeks anonymity. It’s how he keeps his younger siblings safe and off the radar of those who may come looking. Kaia and Louie are not his by law... -
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Hiding Out by Lila Rose
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsWhat do you do when someone you trust threatens to sell you into slavery? Find the perfect place to hide out. Destitute and apathetic from the loss of her parents, Willow Demora is forced to accept any help thrown her way. Unfortunately, the only person willing to help is her cousin, a cousin who doesn't have a good bone in his body, and would do anything to stay out of the trouble he's in... -
Wild Fire: A Chaos Novella by Kristen Ashley
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kristen Ashley brings a new story in her Chaos series. .. “You know you can’t keep a good brother down. ”. The Chaos Motorcycle Club has won its war. But not every brother rode into the sunset with his woman on the back of his bike...Categorized as:
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Cinder by Chelle Bliss
Rated: 4.55 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsOlive Thornbury only had one crush in high school, and his name was Asher Gallo. She was smitten with him from the first time she had laid eyes on him. But instead of acting on how she felt, she kept her nose stuck in a book, finding safety in the words rather than emotions. Asher had never thought of Olive as anything more than a friend. She was aloof, preferring to read books...Categorized as:
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BRANNA by L.A. Casey
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 31 ratingsBranna Murphy is a survivor, a wife, a friend, a sister, and a soon-to-be-mother. She doesn’t have time to linger on anything, especially on a silly argument about how many children she will bear. Ryder Slater is a hardass, a husband, a friend, a brother, and a soon-to-be-father... -
Embrace The Suck by Giulia Lagomarsino, Reggie Deanching
Rated: 4.68 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEmbrace The Suck is book 8 in the OPS Protector Romance series and should be read in order. I should have just stayed home. I thought I could get away and relax. But that was scrapped the first day when Dash and FNG followed me on vacation. It was supposed to be a trip to reset my brain... -
Say I Do by Cynthia Eden
She hates him. Dexter Ryan is smug. Arrogant. Manipulative. And he is also…Lacey Amari’s new partner. Well, her partner on one case. A case she doesn’t even want to take, but when Dex—CIA super operative and all around puppet-master—basically blackmails her, she has no choice. Then he asks her the big question…. Will you marry me? The proposal isn’t real. It’s just an undercover assignment... -
Gotta Be Bayou by Erin Nicholas
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsHow do you get over a woman you never should have been, ahem, under in the first place? Just when FBI special agent Spencer Landry had decided to forget about investigative journalist Maxine — Max — Keller and their one hot night together, there's a threat made against her and Spencer's protective instincts get all riled up. Again... -
Twined Bond by Emma Hart
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsAll is well in Holly Woods. My best friend's love triangle is now a happy little circle. My sister-in-law just gave birth to my gorgeous new niece who is the world's best cuddler, and Nonna's—kind of—not on my back every ten minutes about the fact we're getting married in one month. *Supposedly. *. Until the mayor's niece—our baker for the wedding—commits suicide... -
Jump by Emilia Finn
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsI was a smokejumper for the majority of my career. Flinging out of planes at 15,000 feet and hoping to land with my bones in tact and a plan to slay wildfire quickly, safely, and with my crew all in one piece. Ainsley was a regular firefighter. You know, the kind who lives in town, rides in a truck, and wields a hose to save houses and hotels. We were a match made in adrenaline junky heaven... -
Twirled Bond by Emma Hart
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsIf I thought Holly Woods was crazy before, I was wrong. Devin is finally married. Nonna's on the wedding warpath. Drake might be getting ideas. His mom just dropped a bombshell, and Bek is caught between a hot as hell FBI agent and my super-sweet little brother. And I still don't have the shoe closet Drake promised me when he moved in six months ago... -
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Tangled Bond by Emma Hart
One date with the sexier-than-sin Detective Drake Nash. Simple. Until you take into account that my brother finally proposed to his girlfriend, so Nonna is on a warpath—and the crazy old bat has Cupid by the balls... -
Self-Licking Ice Cream Cone by Giulia Lagomarsino
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSelf-Licking Ice Cream Cone is book 12 in the OPS series and should be read in order. I never should have grown out my hair. That’s where this whole thing started. I was too rigid. Too organized. And nobody failed to point that out to me. So, I grew my hair out to prove them wrong. Now I had a fake career as a model, all in the name of keeping a woman named Juliette safe... -
On the Double by Giulia Lagomarsino
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsEdward Markinson. You’ve read about them in Reed Security. You’ve come to know a little about who the men of OPS are. But everything you thought you knew is a lie—smoke and mirrors. The truth of OPS is hidden deep inside, waiting to be revealed. Owens Protective Services. Defend. Investigate. Secure. -
Kitty Valentine Dates Santa by Jillian Dodd
Rated: 4.55 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsSPIN THE WHEEL. DATE THE GUY. WRITE THE BOOK. Six years ago, Kitty Valentine took the book world by storm when her sweet debut romance hit number one on the New York Times Best Sellers list, which was followed by a string of successful releases. Her latest novel, however, totally bombs, causing her editor to suggest she write much sexier books... -
Loved Enough by Kelly Elliott
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsEven though they’d never dated, Lily Shaw always just assumed she’d eventually end up with Ben, the boy who’s been her bestie since they were toddlers. So she’s understandably shocked to learn he’s getting married—and having a child with his fiancée. Shocked…but not terribly upset. The truth is, she's been feeling butterflies every time she’s near a particular horse trainer on her parents’ ranch... -
The Anti-Heroes Collection by Parker S. Huntington, L.J. Shen
From USA Today bestselling authors L. J. Shen, Parker S. Huntington, and Ava Harrison comes a collection of three full-length standalone romances, featuring filthy anti-heroes and the sassy women who tame them. Includes never-before-seen bonus epilogues! Shattered Dynasty by Ava Harrison. Trent Aldridge is the devil. Rich. Arrogant. Sinfully handsome. He holds my inheritance in his hands... -
One Bossy Date by Nicole Snow
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 38 ratingsAn accidental date brings together two instant enemies in this hilarious and steamy grumpy boss romance from Wall Street Journal bestselling author Nicole Snow. Never sweat the small stuff, they say. How about when you wake up with a giant stranger showering in your hotel room? There's nothing tiny about Brock Winthrope. He even roars like a lion when he sees me. I scream back... -
JINXED by Emilia Finn
Rated: 4.49 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsDrake. They call me a flirt. ‘Detective Sl()ts-A-Lot’ when they’re feeling frisky, because my morals are loose, and my choice in women, according to the haters, is unfussy. But they don’t know I’ve been watching her. Waiting for her. The problem is, she’s half my age, and has no business being with a man like me. ***. Rory. They call me clumsy. Jinxed...Categorized as:
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Irresistible Bachelors: A Romance Collection by Lauren Landish
Rated: 4.51 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFive must-read romances. Includes former Amazon Top 100 romcoms Anaconda, Mr. Fiancé, Heartstopper, Stud Muffin and Mr. Fix it. Featuring hilariously sassy leading women and the hunky men who tame them! Books 1-5 (of 9) of the Irresistible Bachelor series. Anaconda Football star and Internet sensation Gavin “Anaconda” Adams is the biggest celebrity this little town has ever seen... -
Left-Handed Monkey Wrench by Giulia Lagomarsino
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsChase Carter. You’ve read about them in Reed Security. You’ve come to know a little about who the men of OPS are. But everything you thought you knew is a lie—smoke and mirrors. The truth of OPS is hidden deep inside, waiting to be revealed. Owens Protective Services. Defend. Investigate. Secure.Categorized as:
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Illicit – A Sizzling Boxed Set by Calinda B., Sylvie Stewart
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsOver 20 illicit romances with the sexy heroes and strong heroines you crave! Lose yourself in the world of hot hookups, where the stories run from sexy to downright scandalous and the characters will leave you breathless. In these pages, you’ll find tantalizing romance, rekindled flames, and forbidden trysts... -
Rookie by Amy Davies
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsRookie. When I came to the US from Ireland, I thought my life was panned out: become a police officer and help people. One incident changed all of that, and I became a Rugged Skull. My path in life changed. Being a member of the club has its perks, mainly women and booze. But we like something sweet from time to time, and one visit to Coffee Cove had me finding that sugary craving...Categorized as:
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Coyote by Lila Rose
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 22 ratingsHumiliated years earlier when in high school, Channa Edwards never expects to see her knight in shining armour again. In fact, she really doesn’t want to, but of course, life wants to mess with her again. It’s just by luck he doesn’t recognise her, and for a blissful moment, she thinks she’s got away with it. That’s until another situation brings her knight back into her life... -
Master Baker by Pippa Grant
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 45 ratingsThey call me the sugar whisperer. Anything your tongue desires, I can bake it. Scones? Child’s play. Cupcakes? I’ll frost them so good you won’t know what hit you. Donuts? Please. You’re talking to a master baker. But there’s one egg I’ve never been able to crack. My best friend. Correction: My former best friend. She’s the apple in my pie. The whip in my cream. The lemon in my meringue...Categorized as:
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Show Me Forever by Layla Hagen
I moved to Chicago six months ago, determined to finally open my own bakery. My landlady was this sweet woman who treated me like her granddaughter. Then she sold the house. Now the devil himself is my landlord and neighbor since I live in the guesthouse on his property. Declan Maxwell is moody, unreasonable, and takes himself far too seriously. Unfortunately for me, he’s also damn sexy... -
Alonzo by J.A. Huss
Tara Tanner and I are a thing. We’re just not that kind of a thing. My brothers and I run every kind of Key West water adventure you can think of. But I’m hiding a big secret behind our beachy business facade. A secret I will not expose no matter what. So I don’t do girlfriends. Hell, I don’t even do friends. Except for her... -
Rock Chick Redux by Kristen Ashley
In Celebration of 20,000 Likes on Facebook! Bonus Rock Chick footage. Oh yes…it’s always nice to get a little bit more. Download Rock Chick Redux. And thank you to my Facebook Rock Chicks for rocking my world! Rock On! See the story using the link in Official url. -
Conflicted Love by Lola Stark
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 30 ratingsCONFLICTED LOVE (Needle's Kiss #2) - An Erotic Romantic Comedy. Book #1, TATTERED LOVE, is available now! Mature - Ages 18 and Up. Contains erotic sex scenes, humor and strong language. From Amazon Bestselling Author Lola Stark. Trip’s life motto is simple: get in, get off, get out...Categorized as:
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Second Chance Husband by Carrie Ann Ryan
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsThe First Time series concludes with an enemies to lovers romance that has been a long time coming. August and Paisley finally figure out what they’ve been missing. The first time I got married, I watched the man I love walk away from me. The second time around, I’m the one signing the dotted line first—this one a man who I realized I never loved... -
Forever Red by Carina Adams
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsNot afraid to speak his mind or make a scene, Nathaniel Kelly has made a name for himself as country music’s ultimate bad boy. Covered in tattoos, singing songs about drugs, drinking and heartache, Nate acts more like an out of control rock star than the grandson of one of the genres most influential and legendary stars. Every man wants to be him... -
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The Billionaire's Secret Love by Ivy Layne, Jacqueline Sweet
Emily. I tried to say no . I did more than try, I flat out turned him down. Repeatedly. But Tate Winters doesn't take no for an answer. He's smart, hot, and he knows how to get to me. Before I can stop myself, I'm falling for him. But Tate doesn't know my secrets. He doesn't understand that we can't be together, no matter how much we both want it. Tate...Categorized as:
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You're Mine: A grumpy sunshine spicy romance by Melody Anne
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsCallan is a man always in control. Sasha is a woman with no plan. Will the two of them destroy each other, or will they go up in flames? Callan is the next brother in the game of boxes to open his so-called gift. He’s being sent to the small town of Seaville. What does this mean? He has no idea... -
Enforce by M. Malone, Nana Malone
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI am the shadow that haunts the night. I am a hunter, a protector. .. a force for good. .. I am Jonas Castillo. And now that she’s mine, I’m never letting her go. If only she would let me protect her. .. Seeing the fear in her eyes, makes me want to do the one thing I’ve vowed never to do again… kill. But I’ll do anything to protect what’s mine. ** The finale of The FORCE Duet... -
The Gutshot: A Small Town Romance by Giulia Lagomarsino
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Gutshot is the final book in the series A Good Run Of Bad Luck and should be read in order. It was just another day in the life of being a small town cop. I’m a protector at heart, and always have been. Which is why I stepped up immediately after finding out I had a kid. Well…to be honest, I didn’t believe it at first... -
Enemies to Lovers by Gena Showalter
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsFrom New York Times bestselling author Gena Showalter comes another scorching Original Heartbreakers tale featuring an aloof bad boy and the rowdy Southern belle who rocks his world…. Millionaire video-game creator Lincoln West has a dark and tragic past. The sought-after bachelor lives by a rigid schedule and a single rule—one relationship per year, lasting no more than two months. No exceptions...Categorized as:
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Tapped by the Rockstar by Christina Hovland
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsInternet fame isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. As a teenager Samantha Johnson wrote a song that went viral in all the wrong ways. A pop song about her love of mozzarella sticks. She hoped for adoration but instead became a joke for an entire generation. She absolutely does not want to be in the limelight ever again. Or even near it. Since then, she's kept mostly to herself...
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