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Devil's Cut by J.R. Ward
In #1 New York Times bestselling author J. R. Ward’s thrilling finale of the Bourbon Kings series, the Bradford family dynasty teeters on the edge of collapse after the murder of their patriarch—and a shocking arrest. At first, the death of William Baldwine, the head of the Bradford family, was ruled a suicide...Categorized as:
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Fortune by Helen Hardt
Rated: 4.68 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAre you missing the Steel Brothers? Are you yearning for more? Welcome to the next generation! Join the grown children of Jonah, Talon, Ryan, and Marjorie for new adventures, mysteries, and heart-pounding passion. The action, drama, and secrecy continue June 27, 2023!Categorized as:
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Conrad by Susan May Warren
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThere's Trouble Up North. .. Meet Conrad, a hockey star meets celebrity romance in the Minnesota Kingston series by USA Today bestselling author Susan May Warren. He’s an unlikely bodyguard, but someone has to keep this woman alive…. Meet Penelope billionaire heiress, mystery podcaster, and magnet for trouble... -
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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... -
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Lucky Bastard by Kaylee Ryan
Emma. When my best friend Aubrey asked me to tag along to an event with her, I never could have imagined that it would be the day that my life changed forever. He’s arrogant and demanding and doesn’t take a hint. Landon Barker, the quarterback for the Hermosa Beach Trojans, is a player on and off of the field. He’s got his sights set on me as his next play, but I see right through him...Categorized as:
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Bitter Pill by Fern Michaels
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsNo one weaves a story as well as beloved New York Times bestselling author Fern Michaels. In the latest in the Sisterhood series, a team of unscrupulous doctors is profiting from others’ distress—but these loyal friends know just the cure . . . For the Sisterhood, there’s a special satisfaction that comes with helping a friend in need, especially when it’s someone as dear as Charlotte Hansen... -
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Enigma by Lora Leigh
In the prologue to LIVE WIRE, Tehya Talamosi, code name: Enigma, is the one woman Jordan Malone, commander of the Elite Ops, wants and is the one woman he knows he can never have. But when they share one blazingly hot night, everything changes in ways Jordan could have never imagined. ..Categorized as:
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The Legend by Shey Stahl
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsIn a lifestyle of speed, adrenaline and desire, one racer has sacrificed everything for the sport he loved. In turn, he will fight for his name, his family and now his life to be the legend he’s been portrayed to be. You can be everything you set out to be if you want it bad enough. You can be that record breaker you said you’d be. You can be that hero you always thought you would be... -
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Fatal Consequences: Fatal Destiny: The Wedding Novella by Marie Force
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsPolitics can be murder…. Lieutenant Sam Holland has no sooner accepted Senator Nick Cappuano's proposal than she's back on the job. A woman has been found brutally murdered and evidence points to Henry Lightfeather, a senator and close friend of Nick's. While Sam investigates, Nick stands by his friend—complicating his own bid for reelection and causing tension between the couple... -
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Merciless Obsession by Tay Mo'Nae
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTask with shutting down Ziora's investigation and reporting on his family's business, The Bloodline, was all Ezra was supposed to do. When he first laid eyes on her, he knew he had to have her. No longer concerned with shutting her blogging down, Ezra takes matters into his own hands and sets all his focus on making Ziora his... -
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One Night with You by Marie Force
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsSince the debut of Fatal Affair in 2010, Fatal Series readers have been wondering about that “memorable” one-night stand between Sam Holland and Nick Cappuano that took place six years before Fatal Affair opens... -
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Hard To Handle by Lori Foster
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 37 ratingsSometimes Fate delivers a left hook. After Fate deals Supreme Battle Challenge (SBC) fighter Harley Handleman a sucker punch, his uncle secretly hires a pretty lifecoach to get Harley back in the ring of life. Anastasia Kelley has actually known Harley for years, but never as well as she's going to now... -
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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... -
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Her One and Only by Becky Wade
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsRomance Fans Eagerly Anticipate Every New Release from Becky Wade. Gray Fowler, star NFL tight end, is being pursued by a stalker, so his team hires a protection agency to keep Gray under the watch of a bodyguard at all times. When Gray meets Dru Porter, an agent assigned to him, he's indignant... -
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Bound by Desire by Ryan Michele
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsHave you ever wanted something so badly it consumes you? There is a fine line between needs and wants. Deke Gavelson has wanted his Ravage cut for as long as he can remember. He’s earned it. He was born to be in this club. He’s not afraid to fight for his place, either. Then she barreled into his world, and Deke suddenly desires something more than his rag and winning the next round... -
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Favorite Mistake by Lisa Suzanne
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsThe boy next door isn’t next door anymore. He’s in Vegas, preparing for the upcoming NFL season, and I’m still stuck in the small Midwestern town where we grew up. We should be together, but people wanted us apart. They won. Secrets are uncovered and lives are forever torn apart. Maybe it was a mistake to try to recapture what we once had after everything we’d been through... -
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Fatal Destiny by Marie Force
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 33 ratingsWith the week of their wedding finally upon them, Washington, D. C. , Police Lieutenant Sam Holland and her fiance, Senator Nick Cappuano, are at odds. In the aftermath of a tragic loss, they struggle to reconnect as the big day draws near, but their work keeps pulling them apart... -
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Infinity. by Layne Harper
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsColin McKinney has wanted three things since he met Caroline “Charlie” Collins when he was a junior at Texas A&M University: to make her his wife, play professional football, and have a family. In the first three books of the Infinity Series, Colin and Charlie met, fell in love, broke apart, reunited eight years later, and got married... -
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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... -
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Seductive Sin by Helen Hardt
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsEnter a world of mystery, suspense, sin, and heart-wrenching emotion with Helen Hardt's new series! They’re drawn into a world of seductive sin…. Savannah Gallo sacrificed herself to save her lover and is now imprisoned inside an opulent mansion belonging to a rival crime family. Despite the confining walls, her spirit remains unbroken... -
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Sweet Revenge by Christy Reece
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsJamie Kendrick went on a trip to hell at the hands of Stanford Reddington, a monster protected by money and power. Now, asking for Last Chance Rescue’s help, Jamie makes plans for her revenge. And Dylan Savage, one of LCR’s most skilled operatives, is given an assignment he despises but can’t refuse—to train the lovely Jamie but thwart her revenge plot at all costs... -
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Smokey's Distraction by Chiah Wilder
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA woman threatened by her past. An outlaw biker bent on keeping her safe. Does he hold the key to igniting her passion? Smokey can’t quit the one-night-stand lifestyle of his rugged Rocky Mountain motorcycle club. Used to smooth whiskey and easy women, he’s stunned when a drop-dead gorgeous stranger at his local bar rejects his advances... -
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Finding Infinity by Layne Harper
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 29 ratings"Finding Infinity" as described by Colin. .. "Fine Charlie. ” Colin says dropping his hands in defeat. “Here's what I want. I want everybody to back off and let me play football. I want you to go back to practicing medicine because I’m ready for you to be happy again - not this forced shit that you keep trying to sell me... -
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Blood Moon by Sandra Brown
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 36 ratings#1 New York Times bestselling author Sandra Brown returns with a sexy thriller where an unruly detective and an ambitious tv show producer work against the clock to prevent another young woman from disappearing before the next blood moon—while trying to resist the attraction between them... -
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![Burning Love by Sable Hunter]()
Burning Love by Sable Hunter
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 22 ratingsThe Hell Yeah! Series continues with Burning Love (Hell Yeah! Sweeter Version Book 6 – Cajun Style). Beau’s passion burns hot for Harley Montoya. When he discovers that the woman who has enflamed his libido is the girl he fell in love with so long ago in a runaway shelter, he is overcome with joy. But Harley - or Nada as he knew her - has been burned by tragedy... -
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Dangerous Desires by Tia Siren, Tara Wylde
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen danger lurks in the shadows, desire can lay hidden for far too long. But there are men who step into the light to fight for, protect and claim the ones they love. They’re strong alpha males who would do anything to win the hearts— and delicious bodies— of the women who change them from bad boys to relationship material. This is a book featuring exactly those kinds of guys... -
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Finally Home by Ann Vaughn
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsThis will be the 4th and final book in the Home Series, and focuses on Commander Michael Casiano and Lainey Riley. Mike Casiano has lived his life by a certain creed: take care of all those who depend on you and leave no man behind. He wanted more for his life than joining his family's law firm when he graduated college... -
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Luke's Revenge by Lisa Renee Jones
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsThe third and final book in the Walker Security: Lucifer Trilogy. .. In the mind-blowing and stunning finale, all will be revealed as Lucifer's forever with the woman he loves hangs in the balance. -
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Ripple Effect by Traci Hunter Abramson
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsKylie Ramsey is supposed to be invisible. In fact, to keep her unnoticed, the FBI has changed the world-class swimmer's identity and moved her twice in the last year. However, there are still a few people who would quickly recognize her. One of them is Matt Whitman, the man Kylie could have easily spent eternity with. The other is Judge Rush — the man who wants Kylie dead... -
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Undercurrents by Traci Hunter Abramson
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsShaye Kendall, an Olympic-bound swimmer, has been in the witness protection program ever since she witnessed her boyfriend's murder. She now has a new name, a new life, and strict orders not to reveal her secret. But fitting into a community is hard when you can't tell people anything about. yourself...Categorized as:
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Brutal Boxer by Naomi Porter
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsAspen. My Snow. As teenagers, we were always each other’s forever and ever. Until we weren’t. Now I am the enforcer for the Knight’s Legion MC. I dole out punishment on soulless criminals with my blade Ricky. In the MMA cage, I unleash my anger and frustrations. Fighting is my lifeline to living without the only woman I ever loved, my Snow... -
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Complicated Creatures: Part Two in a Romantic Suspense Series by Alexi Lawless
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratings"Isn't it terrible when love is not enough? ". In the action-packed sequel to Complicated Creatures: Part One…. Jack Roman was perfectly happy living the life of a high-powered and charismatic philistine. He had time, money, women and a penchant for the fast life. Until he met his match in Samantha Wyatt and his obsession with her would take him to hell and back…... -
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Hot Shot by Kat Mizera
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWelcome to Fort Lauderdale—where the days are hot and the Knights are hotter. Wolf:. I’ve been in love with the same girl since we were seventeen. Back before our careers took off and pulled us away from one another. No amount of fame, money, or puck bunnies could ever replace Scarlett. But she has a mind of her own, and dreams that don’t include me...Categorized as:
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Close Contact by Lori Foster
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsThere’s no resisting a desire like this…. MMA fighter Miles Dartman’s casual arrangement with personal shopper Maxi Nevar would be many men’s fantasy. She seeks him out, they have mindblowing sex, she leaves. Rinse, repeat. Yet lately, Miles wants more... -
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The Deep End by Traci Hunter Abramson
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 25 ratings"Another exciting read by Traci Abramson, Traci brings together personal experience in competitive swimming and insider knowledge of US spy agencies to deliver a riveting story from the first paragraph to the last". -
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Deadly Deception by Alexa Grace
In Deadly Deception, the second book of Alexa Grace's Deadly Trilogy, enter the disturbing world of illegal adoptions, baby trafficking and murder with new detective Lane Hansen and private investigator Frankie Douglas. Lane Hansen has a problem... -
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Mark - The Callahan Brothers by Emily March
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsThey are the Bad Boys of Brazos Bend—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John Callahan. Members of Mark Callahan’s old military unit are being murdered. To discover who’s responsible and why, the former intelligence officer must partner with the only team member more dangerous than he is…Annabelle Monroe, his ex-wife... -
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Stone Cold Heart by Laura Griffin
When local rock climbers stumble upon abandoned human bones in a remote Texas gorge, Sara Lockhart is the first to get the call. She has a reputation as one of the nation’s top forensic anthropologists, and police detective Nolan Hess knows she is just the expert he needs to help unravel this case... -
![Zariah: Sacrificed (Angels Halo MC Next Gen) by Terri Anne Browning, Sara Eirew]()
Zariah: Sacrificed (Angels Halo MC Next Gen) by Terri Anne Browning, Sara Eirew
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsWe had plans. Until we didn’t. His entire life revolved around baseball, and even the part he wanted me to play in it was to help him succeed. Crap happens. Plans change, and life goes on. Sure, I’m bored out of my mind at times—boring job, boring dates…boring life. But I’m over Nolan Krenshaw. At least…I’ve tried to move on and get over him... -
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Love To Love You: A Love/Hate Novella by Isabelle Richards
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAfter a long year of heartache and loss, Chase and Arianna pulled together the shattered pieces of their hearts and rebuilt a relationship that is stronger and more secure than ever before. Letting go of the mistakes of their past, their focus is on the future—their happily ever after. Happily ever after…... -
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From Now Until Infinity by Layne Harper
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsEight years have passed since Colin and Caroline “Charlie” ended their college romance. A chance meeting reunited them confirming that time had not diminished their love for each other. Now, they have to turn their passionate reunion into a legitimate and sustainable relationship. Charlie’s medical practice is in Houston. Colin is the starting quarterback for Dallas... -
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Her SEAL Protection by Katie Knight, Leslie North
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsGoing undercover was never this meant to be this hot…. Someone is trying to kill Eden Dawson. Trouble is, she has no idea who. After waking up in the hospital with partial amnesia, her family informs her that she witnessed a murder, and now she’s a target from someone who wants to make sure she doesn’t testify. Her brother insists she needs a bodyguard… Enter former Navy SEAL Chandler Ruthven...Categorized as:
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Defending Hayden by L.P. Dover
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsThe Carolina Cougars keep fighting for love as the Second Chances series from bestselling author L. P. Dover continues! In Defending Hayden, a damaged football star teams up with the only woman who can take the pain away. No one’s tougher than Carolina Cougars linebacker Derek McLaughlin... -
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Licensed for Trouble by Susan May Warren
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsPJ Sugar receives shocking news that she’s inherited the Kellogg family mansion. Though she has no idea why, the timing is perfect—PJ has clearly worn out her welcome at her sister’s house. Unfortunately, the mansion is in shambles, and PJ is short on cash. Rescue comes in the form of Max Smith, a mysterious handyman willing to trade his services for PJ’s investigative skills... -
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![Sweet Seduction Shadow by Nicola Claire]()
Sweet Seduction Shadow by Nicola Claire
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 17 ratings"The moment you entered my world, you set it alight. Until there were no more shadows left to hide in. ". Abi Merchant has been on the run for five long years. Panic and paranoia have been her constant companion. In an effort to survive the tortured memories of her past, she's had to live within her mind... -
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Overkill by Sandra Brown
Rated: 4.05 of 5 stars · 38 ratings#1 New York Times bestselling author Sandra Brown delivers a riveting thriller in which a conflict of conscience for a former football star and an ambitious state prosecutor swiftly intensifies into a fight for their lives... -
![Thrill Me to Death by Roxanne St. Claire]()
Thrill Me to Death by Roxanne St. Claire
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsA hot-blooded bodyguard. An heiress worth a cool billion. And one dangerous attraction. .. . Roxanne St. Claire delivers a heart-pounding thrill ride in the second Bullet Catchers novel! HE KNOWS ALL HER SECRETS. .. Max Roper never lets emotion get in the way of his job -- not since the tragic shooting that killed his fiancée's father...Categorized as:
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First You Run by Roxanne St. Claire
AN UNSTOPPABLE BODYGUARD ON THE HUNT. A WOMAN HIDING A SECRET EVEN SHE DOESN'T KNOW. A PASSION THAT BEGINS WITH DANGER. .. . Bullet Catcher Adrien Fletcher is on a mission to track down a baby given up in a black market adoption thirty years ago. He has a list of possible names and one tantalizing clue: the infant girl had been marked with a tiny tattoo... -
![Red Rocket by Raine Miller, Brit DeMille]()
Red Rocket by Raine Miller, Brit DeMille
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsMy reputation as an Enforcer was earned one game at a time. Fighting on the ice for my team is something I take very seriously because I came to the USA to play hockey, not be a celebrity. Unfortunately, this logic has my public image taking a beating—not that I care very much how others think of me. Except for her. Scarlett. A woman as gorgeous, and fiery, and sexy, as that long red hair of hers... -
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Lion & Lamb by James Patterson
Rated: 4.07 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsThey can catch a killer—if they don’t kill each other first. Veena Lion and Cooper Lamb are rival PIs working the same intense headline-making case. Philadelphia is in a state of shock over the fate of two hometown heroes: Eagles starting quarterback Archie Hughes, and his even more famous wife, Grammy-winning singer Francine Hughes. One spouse is murdered. The other is suspect #1...
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