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The Long and Winding Road by Marie Force
Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsThe Series Finale. .. this is the one you’ve been waiting for! Max Abbott takes center stage in the Butler, Vermont Series finale when the timeline jumps forward five years and finds Max staring down his 10-year high school reunion, with no desire whatsoever to attend... -
Coming Home To Seashell Cottage by Jessica Redland
Rated: 4.54 of 5 stars · 26 ratings*Winner of Chill With a Book Book of the Year 2019 Award as Dreaming About Daran*. For Clare O’Connell, home is where the heart aches…. Since the age of sixteen, Clare O'Connell has lived her life by four strict rules:. 1. Don't talk about Ireland. 2. Don't think about Ireland. 3. Don't go to Ireland. 4. Don't let anyone in. And so far, it's worked well... -
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White Knuckles by Autumn Jones Lake
Rated: 4.64 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsTWO DAMAGED SOULS. After countless detours, Wrath and Trinity’s wedding is only ten days away. Together they’ve battled their demons and are ready to declare their commitment to each other in front of their entire Lost Kings MC family. ONE BITTER ENEMY. No one is prepared for the threat that crawls out of the shadows and issues an evil ultimatum...Categorized as:
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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. . -
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Finding Hope at Lighthouse Cove by Jessica Redland
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsMarried to her childhood sweetheart for over twelve years, Elise feels like starting a family is the next natural step. However her husband, Gary, has other ideas…. Suddenly single, Elise is completely heartbroken and struggling to start over on her own... -
We Are Family by Beth Moran
Rated: 4.47 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsFrom No. 1 bestselling author Beth Moran comes a story about family, friends and facing your fears. Thirty-three-year-old Ruth Henderson and her daughter Maggie have some hard choices to make. Following the tragic death of Maggie's father, they are left with a mountain of debt and broken hearts... -
A Time to Embrace by Karen Kingsbury
Rated: 4.34 of 5 stars · 27 ratings"Their whole life was a series of miracles. Can they really hope for one more? And as tragedy pulls their lives apart, can they somehow find that all-important time to embrace? ". After twenty-one years, John and Abby Reynolds are back together and feeling like newlyweds... -
Mountain Daddy's Fate: A Mountain Man's Baby, Second Chance Romance by K.C. Crowne
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 11 ratings"A secret this BIG is what broke us in the first place. ". Three things I know about Eli:. 1. I broke his heart over a decade ago. 2. The reason I left him was. unspeakable. . A secret I've kept hidden all these years. 3. Even though I'm engaged to another man I'm still madly in love with. him. . How is this my life! ?! Eli's about to receive the biggest shock of his life... -
Just One Fling by Carly Phillips
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsIt was just supposed to be a fling. Now she’s having his baby. Winter Capwell knows all about billionaire Harrison Dare’s bad-boy reputation. His all-pleasure, no-commitment rule worked well for her, too. Until fate changed everything. Harrison never wanted a wife or kids. His incredibly large family provides all the siblings and children he needs... -
Finally Home by Kris Michaels
In Hollister, there is peace. In Hollister, South Dakota, where the vast ranching terrain meets the sky, Tegan Wells loves his job as the manager of the town's bustling stockyard. His life, rooted in the rhythms of this small town, is about to be upended by the return of Dr. Kate Johnson, an Army veterinarian who left Hollister for the far-flung corners of the world... -
Not a Strong Enough Word by Allie Samberts
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsScarlett Frye was once a literary genius. With two bestselling novels, a million-dollar book deal, and a love story of her own, she had it all—until the pressure broke her. Five years ago, she canceled her book tour, shredded her contract, and disappeared. She left everything behind, including Ryan Whitlock, the editor who believed in her… and the man she loved... -
Burning Rivals by Voni Harris
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRESCUE. DANGER. DEVOTION. THIS TIME, THEIR HEARTS ARE ON THE LINE. He lost the one person who meant the most to him—and she let it happen. Vince hasn’t forgiven Cadee for abandoning his father in the fire that took his life, but he’s going to find out why. When he discovers the Feds have a warrant out for his arrest, he knows he’s being framed for crimes he didn’t commit... -
Can't Get Over You by Erika Kelly
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsShe’s got it all—but none of it’s real. Finlay O'Neill is about to marry the man who’ll make her dreams come true. There’s just one problem… He’s the wrong man. The runaway bride finds herself with an unexpected getaway driver: her bad-boy high school crush... -
Reborn by Meredith Wild
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsHe’s death for hire…. Some people measure life in hours. Days. Weeks. I measure mine in kills. A covert military mission gone wrong robbed me of my memory and any link to my past. This is my existence now. I execute and survive. Nothing more, nothing less... -
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Coming Home by Marie Force
Rated: 4.32 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsThe story left unfinished at the end of Marking Time picks up ten years later when Kate Harrington goes after the man she left behind when she set out to chase her dream of music superstardom. Now she has everything she ever wanted, except for the one thing she can't live without. What will Reid say when she shows up unannounced in St... -
The Christmas Inn by Pamela M. Kelley
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsExplore this delightfully cozy and joyful novel of second chances at the most wonderful time of the year, from USA Today bestselling author Pamela Kelley. A feel-good novel as delightful and comforting as a cup of hot chocolate on a cold winter’s night, The Christmas Inn is bestselling author Pamela Kelley’s most heartwarming and magical book yet... -
Beard in Waiting by Penny Reid
A Long scene/short story featuring two unlikely characters from the Winston Brothers series. -
Second Chance Love by Hope Ford
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsI was his wife… but he left me. He broke my heart once, and if given the chance, he’d probably do it again. Which is why I’ve tried to get over him. I’ve dated, I’ve tried to let loose, but no matter how hard I try, my thoughts always return to Nash. Every guy I meet I compare to him. He was always overprotective and possessive... -
Love Next Door by Rachael Sommers
A sweet toaster-oven lesbian romance that asks whether the one we’re meant to be with might be right under our nose. Reserved tattoo artist Riley Foster has just moved apartments and can’t take her eyes off the single mom who lives next door...Categorized as:
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The Best of Me by Sharon Sala
Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTake a trip to Blessings, Georgia, where bestselling author Sharon Sala welcomes you with a touching small-town romance:. An orphaned little girl who desperately needs a new home. A couple ready to welcome her with open arms. Friendly neighbors who are always there for each other. A Southern small town where great things happen to good people... -
Ethan’s Obsession (Special Forces: Operation Alpha) by Anna Blakely, Operation Alpha
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsA former SEAL who wants what he can’t have. An artist who’s afraid to follow her heart. Danger lurking in the shadows, waiting for the perfect time to strike. Ethan “Apollo” McAllister’s world is filled with controlled chaos. As a former Navy SEAL and member of Tac-Ops, he’s used to running headfast into danger. He’s also damn good at keeping secrets... -
Below the Far Horizon by Jessie Gussman
After losing everything, Grace returns to Raspberry Ridge—the place she vowed never to set foot in again. Twelve years earlier, she fled the charming lakeside town to escape heartbreak, betrayal, and the memories that haunted her every step. Now divorced, jobless, and overwhelmed by regret, Grace hopes to rebuild the pieces of her shattered life in the one place she once called home... -
The Reckoning by Amelia Shea
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThere are three sides to this story. His. Hers. And the truth. Over two decades ago, Regina Hinkley had a life she loved. While it may not have been idyllic for most people, it was perfect for her. But in a single moment, her plans and her future were all derailed, steering the course of her life in a very different direction. Now, she’s back... -
Ethan’s Obsession by Anna Blakely, Operation Alpha
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA former SEAL who wants what he can’t have. An artist who’s afraid to follow her heart. Danger lurking in the shadows, waiting for the perfect time to strike. Ethan “Apollo” McAllister’s world is filled with controlled chaos. As a former Navy SEAL and member of Tac-Ops, he’s used to running headfast into danger. He’s also damn good at keeping secrets... -
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Pisces by Marilena Barbagallo
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsPuoi scappare dalle tue emozioni, anche se prima o poi ci farai i conti. Puoi fuggire dalle persone, nonostante queste tentino di inseguirti. Puoi allontanare ciò che ti fa più paura, anche se potrà cercarti nella notte. Ma non potrai mai staccarti di dosso il nome che porti. Sono Zöe Pisces Leclerc, settima nella linea dei Dodici. Questo, che io lo voglia o no, non posso cambiarlo... -
Without You by Lacey Black
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTucker. I spend my days brewing beer for the popular Brew Crüe Beer Company and my nights devoted to being a dad. Raising a young child with special needs can be tough and stressful, but I wouldn’t change it for the world. He’s everything to me, and the reason I keep going. It’s him and me against the world, and I have no intention of changing that. Then, Kinsley McGregor walks back into my life... -
The Sanctuary Keepers by Alexandra Barber
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSome places choose us when we need them most. Hideaway House has been keeping its secrets, waiting for the right person to finally walk through the door…. When Carrie Adams flees to the remote, pretty Isle of Wight after her life crumbles, all she wants is quiet solitude to heal...Categorized as:
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Broken Silence by Natasha Preston
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 41 ratingsFour years after Oakley left for Australia, the trial is ready to begin. After coming to the decision that she needs to face her abusers to finally be able to move on, Oakley and her family return to England to give evidence in person...Categorized as:
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Already At Risk by Amelie Rhys
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsWhen single mom Natalie London makes a secret steamy arrangement with her hot new lawyer, Cameron Bryant, she quickly realizes just how much of her heart is at risk. ****... -
Stellar by Manuela Rouget
Rated: 4.71 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsI always thought graduating would be the solution to all my problems. It turns out I was wrong. The professional world is way more cutthroat and ruthless than I imagined, and I have to fight tooth and nail to make a name for myself. During our trip to France, my mom decides to drop bombs on me at my graduation party... -
Every Missing Moment: The Outtakes - Volume One by Garrett Leigh
Every Missing Moment. Rebel Kings Volume OneThe missing moments you've longed for from the beloved Rebel Kings MC series, all wrapped up in a gorgeous new collection. Deleted scenes, outtakes, prequels, and character extensions for your favourite Rebel Kings boys! Volume One encapsulates content from the first four... -
Rafe by Nicole Edwards
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA history of running… When Rafe Sharpe was eighteen, he put Coyote Ridge, his family, and everyone he knew in his rearview in order to escape his past. When he returned three years ago, everyone thought he’d returned to face the horrors that had shaped his existence. What he didn’t tell anyone was that he’d been running then, too... -
An Accidental Meeting by Melanie Rachel
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAn accident at Pemberley leads to the revelation of a family secret--and might give Darcy a second chance to win Elizabeth's heart. Fitzwilliam Darcy has been working to improve himself since Elizabeth Bennet’s scorching rejection of his proposal four months ago... -
Out of the Box Regifted by Jennifer Theriot
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsBetrayal, Lies, Loss, Truth, Secrets…. With a new beginning for Olivia and Ash on the horizon, what could possibly stop them from finding happily ever after? In order to move on, Olivia must face the haunting demons from her past life with Alan, her ex husband... -
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Colorado Cold Case by Elle James
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsSole survivor of a mission gone wrong, Griff left the Navy to recover from his wounds and grief. The one person he’d loved had left San Diego while he'd been on a mission and hadn't returned or reached out. She’d said she was from Colorado... -
Breaking Silence by L.M. Halloran
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsThe long-awaited follow up to Breaking Giants. .. Matt Sullivan is an indie rock god. With good reason, too: the lead guitarist of Breaking Giants is built like a Swedish underwear model. His fandom is rabid, his charisma unquestionable. A million hearts broke last year when he asked his girlfriend to marry him. Including—if I’m honest—mine... -
Long Shot by Kat Mizera
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsWelcome to Fort Lauderdale. .. where the days are hot and the Knights are hotter. Jace:. I never expected to make it up to the big leagues. But now that I’m here, I’m never going back down. I will out-work, out-train, outdo every other guy on the Knights if that’s what it takes. Not even a shark attack will get in my way… but the sexy surfer chick who rescues me just might. Tawny:... -
All the Battles We Surrender by Garry Michael
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsTime. That was what Sawyer Montgomery thought he had until he realized that it was running out. Now, all he wanted to do was right a wrong from three years ago. He made a vow to spend what little time he had left with Hawkins, the only man he ever loved. He would try everything to penetrate Hawkins’ armor before it was too late. Time... -
Light in Morning by Adriane Leigh
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsThey say that madness is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. .. but what happens when the very person that brought your heart back to life has the ability to shatter it with one confession? After an explosive affair left their hearts battered and scarred, Georgia and Tristan are trying for a fresh start... -
Bad at You by Adriane Leigh
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsThey say that madness is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. .. but what happens when the very person that brought your heart back to life has the ability to shatter it with one confession? After an explosive affair left their hearts battered and scarred, Georgia and Tristan are trying for a fresh start... -
Forever Princess by Meg Cabot
What's a Princess to do? It's Mia's senior year, and things seem great. She aced her senior project, got accepted to her dream college(s), and has her birthday gala coming up . . . not to mention prom, graduation, and Genovia's first-ever elections. What's not to love about her life? Well . . . Her senior project? It's a romance novel she secretly wrote, and no one wants to publish it... -
Sugar Pine Trail by RaeAnne Thayne
An unlikely attraction brings comfort, joy and unforgettable romance this holiday season! Librarian Julia Winston is ready to ditch the quiet existence she's been living. She's made a list of new things to experience, but falling for Jamie Caine, her sexy military pilot neighbor, isn't one of them. Julia's looking to conquer life, not become the heartbreaker's latest conquest...Categorized as:
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Summer at the Cape by RaeAnne Thayne
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsAN INSTANT BESTSELLER! “Thayne's characters are multidimensional people who care not only for those near-and-dear but also for others who need help, and this lovely romance offers a gentle depiction of many family challenges. ”— Booklist on Summer at the Cape... -
More to Give by Terri Osburn
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsCallie Henderson had to fight to put her tragic past behind her, but now the up-and-coming player in the hospitality industry is well on her way to happiness. She has her sights set on the lead renovation position at the Sunset Harbor Inn - an inn that just happens to be owned by Sam Edwards, the man who comforted her in her grief and gave her one night of passion before walking away... -
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My Last Secret by Weston Parker
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsMy brother’s best friend wanted me for a night. Now I have a surprise. And it was years ago we slept together. When we were just kids. Getting pregnant left me with a different life path than I’d expected, but I let him go. He had big dreams and I let him go live them, but now he’s back in my life, as arrogant as ever... -
THE QUIET BETWEEN: A Marriage Unraveling by Jona Leigh
The Quiet Between is a raw, intimate portrait of a marriage unraveling. Cameron and Sloane’s love once ran deep, but years of silence and growing distance have turned them into strangers. When Cameron admits he has sought comfort in another woman, the fragile threads of their marriage break, leaving Sloane devastated by heartbreak and betrayal...Categorized as:
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Loving the Billionaire Army Doc by Dobi Daniels
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsHe won’t marry her if they tied him up and dragged him to the altar. She wants nothing to do with him, not even for a million dollars. Could an arranged-marriage date spark their love alive? ObGyn resident Dr. Jasmine Banks has everything: a promising career, a wonderful family, and great friends... -
Thinking 'Bout You by Claire Hastings
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsTo the world, he’s Dustin Wild, country star with a megawatt smile and a voice smooth as whiskey. To me, he’ll always be Dustin Wilder, the small-town boy who stole my heart…then broke it. It’s been seven years since Dustin rolled out of our rural Georgia town, chasing his dream, promising he’d be back. Except that never happened... -
Coming Home To Clover Cove by Maggie Finn
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA heart-warming winter love story set on the beautiful West Coast of Ireland. Nicole Garvey loves her glamorous life in London, so going home to Clover Cove for the festive season makes her heart sink, until she runs into her first love Liam Daly... -
The I Do Over by Samantha Chase
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsReady to head back to the Meet Me at the Altar office for book #6 and see who's falling in love and heading for their own happily ever after? Find out what happens when a former Navy SEAL comes face to face with his high school sweetheart he hasn't seen in fifteen years - the girl he was married to for less than 48 hours. Is it possible all the old feelings are still there?Categorized as:
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