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A Treasure for the Alien Warrior by Honey Phillips
Can an alien commander allow himself to choose love over duty? Jessica’s orderly life changed forever when she became the guardian of her orphaned niece and nephew. She is still trying to learn how to be a parent when they are taken by aliens. After a desperate attempt to escape their captors ends on a deserted planet, she faces an entirely new set of challenges...Categorized as:
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Cordelia's Honor by Lois McMaster Bujold
In her first trial by fire, Cordelia Naismith captained a throwaway ship of the Betan Expeditionary Force on a mission to destroy an enemy armada... -
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Born with a Silver Moon by Milly Taiden
Rated: 4.59 of 5 stars · 16 ratings** COMPLETELY STANDALONE **. Discover a brand new race of Alpha males ready to find their mates in a dangerous warrior planet. Sassy women traveling with Gerri Wilder are in for the journey of a lifetime and a mate that will love them through the galaxy. Are you ready? Grab the next Galaxan romance between a sexy warrior and his fiery mate...Categorized as:
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Elanie & the Empath by Jess K. Hardy
Half-human. Half-machine. Totally unprepared for love. I wasn’t built for emotions. I was built for efficiency. As a bionic, part organic and part AI, I’ve spent my life working aboard my interstellar pleasure cruise in rational, dispassionate contentment. But when I finally install my long-overdue hormone upgrade, everything changes. Fast...Categorized as:
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R'jaal's Resonance by Ruby Dixon
R'jaal has waited many turns of the seasons for his khui to resonate, only to be disappointed time and time again. But when he is taken captive by strange beings hiding in the very tunnels of the fruit caves, he wakes up to find himself in a strange underground cage. Also in the cage? A very pretty unfamiliar human female. She says her name is Rosalind. She makes his khui sing...Categorized as:
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Alien Mask by Ursa Dax
“I never wanted a mate. Until this troublesome human showed up and changed everything. ”PRIYA. Lerokan is a huge pain in my human butt. He’s cocky, obnoxious, and refuses to show me his face, hiding it behind a bone mask. He keeps saying he saved me from the battle. But all I see is the man who separated me from my friends... -
Uncivil Affairs by Thomas J. Doscher
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Happy… Arbor Day? As Captain Ben Gibson and his Army Rangers continue to improve relations between the humans and the Va’Shen villagers of Pelle, Gibson is invited to participate in the village’s ruling council...Categorized as:
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Kiss My Asteroid by Milly Taiden
** COMPLETELY STANDALONE **. Discover a brand new race of Alpha males ready to find their mates in a dangerous warrior planet. Sassy women traveling with Gerri Wilder are in for the journey of a lifetime and a mate that will love them through the galaxy. Are you ready? Ivy Grimaldi can’t stand change. Ever. But change is something she’s had to deal with a lot lately...Categorized as:
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Possessed by the Alien Hero by Krista Luna
I live without emotion. Yet one touch from my fated mate shatters all my restraint. SOFIA. I did it! I helped cure the virus our enemy used to kill so many humans and Varool. Then I created a new one that will turn the tables on the bugs and win us the war. If we can release it into the heart of the attacking Swarm. Enter Yash. Tall. Aloof. Alien. Gorgeous. He’s even royalty of some sort...Categorized as:
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V'Alen by A.G. Wilde
" I should have warned you of how illogical it is to fall in love with a Kyron. ". An emissary to the Restitution, V’Alen does not interfere in the war between the humans and High Tasqals. But when the Tasqal’s minions attack the base and the voice of one female reaches his auditory sensors, he answers her call for assistance. [Scan: Female. Designated “Alaina”. ]... -
The Dark Ones by Thomas J. Doscher
The Dark Ones have returned…. With a possible insurrection averted and the Va’Shen village of Pelle once again at peace, Ranger Captain Ben Gibson and the high priestess, Alacea, thought they would finally have time to let their awkward relationship bloom. Those hopes are dashed, however, when an unknown alien ship arrives in the Va’Sh system and immediately destroys the U. S...Categorized as:
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Alien Exile by Ursa Dax
"I know that I may be frightening, my mate. But beneath all that makes me strange to you, my heart recognizes yours. .. ". ZOEY. I've spent most of my time on this alien planet alone in the wrecked human ship. So now that I'm living with the other girls and the barbarian warriors at the Cliffs of Uruzai, I'm finding it hard to adjust. These Sea Sand guys are just so. .. alien... -
Nevrik by Regine Abel
She is all he’s ever wanted. With the threat of the rebels’ looming war, romance is the last thing on Tyonna’s mind. But as she prepares to set off on a mission, the new member to join her crew leaves her breathless. Nevrik is the most imposing and intimidating Scelk she has ever seen...Categorized as:
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Alien Savage's Stolen Bride by Juno Wells
Rebecca. While fleeing a dying Earth I've endured cold, hunger and thirst. The one bright spot in my nightmare is my friend and fellow red-head, Willow. I've never had a friend like her before, one who I'd do anything for and she'd do the same for me. We're traveling to the Draconian home-world to accept an offer of sanctuary. Of course nothing in the universe is free...Categorized as:
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Argan by Celia Kyle
Argan’s honor as a Preor warrior made him defend her. Liquid Knot’s heart demanded she save him. Liquid Knot—hacker extraordinaire—has made mistakes in her life, but none so big as getting an alien warrior sentenced to death. His head is on the chopping block and the Preor leader is determined to follow the letter of the law... -
Alien's Temptation by Tina Moss
I’m the captain of Earth’s moonbase. I can handle any mission. I do not need a partner, even if he is a sexy-as-sin alien commander, who looks at me like he’s trying to decide between throttling me or…something else. His grumpy demeanor and dominant streak make me want to shake him, but I can’t deny the heat between us. Do I dare put my hand to the flame? I’ve been burned before...Categorized as:
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Chaos by Regine Abel
A love baptized by fire. As the most unique psychic in the galaxy, Sabra is eager to join the Vanguard, the powerful army of the genetically engineered Xian Warriors. Her desire to be assigned as Chaos’s Soulcatcher takes on a whole new meaning the moment their eyes meet, forming an undeniable bond between them...Categorized as:
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Wed To The Alien Prince by January Bell
The huge alien prince claims I’m his wife—I’ve never been a good little princess, and I’m not about to start now. Stuck in a hot jungle with an even hotter alien is not how I imagined my diplomatic mission going. To make things worse, every conversation is an exercise in survivor charades...Categorized as:
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Diplomatic Immunity by Lois McMaster Bujold
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 46 ratingsReturning from their honeymoon on Earth, Miles and Ekaterin stop at one of the asteroid-based habitats informally known as Quaddiespace (see FALLING FREE), where Miles is sent to defuse an incident between a Barryaran military command and the local police... -
Oh No, I Stole An Alien Furball And Kissed A Beastmaster by Kate Sinner
In space, no one can hear you squeal over cute, trouble-making alien furballs. .. or a unexpected romance. All I wanted was a fluffy friend, but now I'm knee-deep in an adorable infestation threatening to destroy everything we've built. As the furry menace multiplies, our once-bustling hotel teeters on the brink of ruin... -
Xenon by Regine Abel
What is dead is never truly gone. When she embarks on a rescue mission in an abandoned lab, the last thing Kate Lewis expects is for a long dead Xian Warrior to rise from his ashes. Then he claims she’s his soulmate. Although she doesn’t doubt his sincerity, Kate cannot help but question the truth of his words...Categorized as:
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Raven by Regine Abel
Her beautiful mind was her own prison. After betrayal and abuse destroyed Liena’s dreams of becoming a Psychic Operator, she warily accepts a temporary position on Khepri, the homeworld of the bioengineered Xian Warriors. With entire Warrior units getting mysteriously wiped out, she must help devise a critical antidote... -
Loving a Stranger by Evangeline Anderson, Reese Dante
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsA warrior able to take over the body of another. Thrust into his enemy's life. Soon he begins to love his enemy's lonely, abused wife. but can she ever trust him again when she finds out she has been. Loving a Stranger? Reeve J'lorn is an M-Switch Kindred... -
Draekon Conqueror by Lee Savino, Lili Zander
I’ve lived an eternity. I’ve killed thousands. Destroyed worlds. I thought I’d seen everything. I didn’t think there was anything left in the galaxy that could surprise me. Then I met her. Lani Dennison. A human woman. My mate. My mission was simple. Find Lani Dennison. Zorahan scientists tortured her. I killed them, of course. Okaki pirates abducted her... -
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The Security Guy by V.C. Lancaster
Anna has been sent to the San Diego branch of the Department of Extra-Terrestrial Immigration from her London PR company to negotiate a contract. Her job is to help improve the public image of the local Teissian refugee community after it has come under attack from a local politician. On her first day there, she is invited to the office Christmas party...Categorized as:
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Oh No, I Shot A Spaceship And Kissed An Alien Cyberchef by Kate Sinner
Nothing says 'five-star hospitality' quite like accidentally blasting an alien ship out of the sky. Welcome to my life at the Alien Hotel. My days are a delightful cocktail of wrestling with the demonic NutriSynth, dodging kitchen fires, and trying not to murder our cyborg chef, Nelan. Did I mention he's irritatingly handsome? Because that's totally irrelevant and not at all distracting...Categorized as:
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I Married Krogal by Regine Abel
He is the cuddliest of teddy bears. A year after fleeing an abusive partner, Farah’s welcome in the refuge sheltering her is ending. With no money, no job, and no options, she’s floored to be presented with a marriage of convenience to an alien behemoth as a solution...Categorized as:
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Caveman Alien’s Call by Calista Skye
When the ground split open, he threw himself into the chasm with me. But that was not because he wanted to save me…Haisley. A tribe of crazy cavemen wants to eat me. They’ve even put me in a pot and hung it over a fire. It’s a little much after I’ve been buried alive for the second time in two weeks and barely survived a terrible earthquake that tore the ground open...Categorized as:
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Purr for Purchase by V.K. Ludwig
Baby books never mentioned knotty cravings. Heather. What to Expect when the Omega is Expecting warned me about a lot of things when it comes to pregnancy without an alpha around. Never did it mention that I would develop romantic feelings for my balled fist. I need a knot. Or a growl. Hell, I’d do with a purr...Categorized as:
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Reaper by Regine Abel
She survived against the odds…. Janelle’s life is defined by a crumbling, underground research base. Imprisoned for twenty years after the base was bombed, she and the few Creckel survivors are running out of time as the last of their resources are depleted. With no hope for rescue, Janelle and her companions wait for the dreaded Reaper to finish what the bombs missed...Categorized as:
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Alien Retribution by Sadie Carter
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSince the day his family was murdered, Boris has been obsessed with vengeance. The last thing he needs in his life is a mate. Besides, what sort of female would want a scarred, crippled male who has taken a vow of silence? Nope, there is no room in his life for a female. Then he meets Nassir. Beautiful. Fragile. Distant... -
Wrath by Regine Abel
She conquered death. Can she conquer life? Kwan’s dreams of joining the Vanguard finally comes true. Unfortunately, a recent tragedy dampens the joy of this experience. She hopes that reuniting with her long-time friend Linette and embarking on epic rescue missions will help bury painful memories...Categorized as:
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All I Want For Christmas Is An Alien by Julie K. Cohen
Don’t tell me there’s no Christmas on Zyan. All we need is a plan…. Sure, the aliens here don’t know what Christmas is, we don’t have Christmas lights or chocolate (yes, that one’s hard to accept), but we’re all together. Zyanthan-human mated pairs and their children, all celebrating the holidays...Categorized as:
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Wanting The Monster by Rena Marks
Never judge a man by his looks, even when he has tentacles. Relion has so much more going for him. Protective. Playful. Caring. He’s become my best friend and it doesn’t even matter that we’re male and female. Or that we’re two entirely different species... -
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The Tracker's Dilemma by Ruby Lionsdrake
Sergeant Heath “Tick” Hawthorn, the best tracker in Mandrake Company and the captain’s right-hand man, has been admiring microbiologist Lauren Keys from afar for months. Unfortunately, she’s dedicated to her science and doesn’t seem to have any interest in relationships. He’s not even sure she knows his name... -
Stealing Her Heart by Evangeline Anderson, Reese Dante
A Kindred thief who longs for a female to love. .. An abandoned woman, trying to start again. .. When the two of them are thrown together, sparks fly. But what happens when Vicky has to pretend she's a professor. Who teaches sexual techniques to younger men? You'll have to read Stealing Her Heart to find out. Vicky Erickson is having a lousy Valentine’s Day... -
Alien Reject by Ursa Dax
"She is a difficult creature, my tiny Kat. But I have never met with a creature I could not tame. .. ". KAT. I can't believe so many of my human friends have fallen in love with aliens. Sure, the Sea Sand warlords are strong and tall and some might even say good-looking. But I still think it's absolutely nuts to jump into a relationship with one of them... -
Alien Soldier's Baby by Luna Hunter
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsCan their interspecies romance achieve the impossible? Wanted: distracting assignment for third-wheel researcher. Kelly Graham feels like an intruder since her bestie and fellow scientist Jillian Archer married sexy alien warrior General Vinz... -
I Married A Beast by Regine Abel
He is the Beast of her dreams. Belle prayed for the day she would meet her Beast. As a proud monster lover, she signs up with the Prime Mating Agency for a chance to be paired with an exotic alien. The one she’s matched with exceeds her wildest fantasies... -
Gravel and Grit by Stacy Jones
Zaek is losing hope after waiting centuries for rescue, but the time has finally arrived. The lost emergency beacon has fallen from orbit and gone active. All he needs to do to get off this damn planet named Earth is find it and get to the pick up location in time... -
Romancing the Alpha: An Action-Adventure Romance Boxed Set by Zoe York, Ruby Lionsdrake
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA multi-author anthology of action-packed adventure novellas. Let the adrenaline flow! ***ZOE YORK, RUBY LIONSDRAKE, ZARA KEANE, ANNA HACKETT, EMBER CASEY, ANNA LOWE, SADIE HALLER, LYN BRITTAN, LYDIA ROWAN, A. J. VALE, LEIGH JAMES***. -
Crossing Quinn by Gail Koger
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsQuinn Jones is a formidable Coletti warlord. His mission is to capture Xenia and bring her back to Tanith to be mated with a warrior the Overlord has chosen. Problem is, Quinn finds himself falling for the beautiful Farin. Her unusual “psychic powers, combat training and berserker abilities” make her the perfect mate for him... -
Let Me Love You by Miranda Martin
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThere's nothing a dragon warrior won't do to bring Valentine's Day to their treasure. Samil. I'm not a warrior. I'm not as fast or as strong as the other males. No matter how hard I've tried, that's just not me. However, it's my memory of my mother that will allow the others to create the cho-co-lat for their mates. My dragon does long for one female. She's my chosen, but I'm not worthy of her... -
Hothar's Folly by Gail Koger
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsUndercover psychic investigator Casey Jones’ hunt for a traitor in Central Command gets blown all to hell when the crew of the military C130 cargo plane she's riding on tries to kill her. Drawing on her telekinesis, Casey stops their assassination attempt and bails out as the aircraft goes down in flames... -
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So I Married an Alien by Lyonne Riley
What’s a girl to do when her cat dies and a plague wipes out most of the male population? Why, she marries an alien, of course! Amara is a party girl with a boring day job, on the search for meaning in her life. When she applies to the Galactic Matching Program looking for an alien husband of her own, she’s paired with Roth’kar, a four-armed Karthinian with adorable antennae... -
Romancing Rem'eb by Ruby Dixon
I feel like an outsider wherever I go. Croatoan, the Icehome Beach. .. neither place is home to me. So when a group heads off to the fruit caves to investigate thievery, I go with them. Any excuse to get away from the beach, where I've made a fool of myself in front of my ex and his new mate. Things go from bad to worse as I'm kidnapped by strangers...Categorized as:
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Saved by the Beast by Evangeline Anderson, Reese Dante
A warrior who thinks he's too old to find love. A desperate woman with a dark past. Can Makenna be. .. Saved by the Beast? Are you ever too old for love? Bard, a Beast Kindred, thinks he is. He lost his wife twenty years ago when he was just a young warrior and he's never looked at another female since...Categorized as:
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My Big Green Alien Orc by Skye MacKinnon
Aliens are real. I know because they abducted me. Now I’m trapped in a deadly game and everything I do is for the entertainment of aliens. If I fail, I die. My only chance of survival is a big, scary monster…but is he truly on my side or is this yet another game? She’s my mate. They showed me my fated female, then took her away. I will do anything to get to her. I will tear this planet apart...Categorized as:
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I Married A Catman by Regine Abel
He was the dream mate she never expected. When Ophelia seeks the services of the Prime Mating Agency to find her soulmate, she’s floored to learn that her perfect match is Gaelec, an intimidating, feline-looking ex-convict...Categorized as:
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Lost to the Alien Lord by Ella Blake
Rated: 4.02 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsA Sci-Fi Alien Romance. I signed up for a research mission with five other women. Instead, we crashed on an alien planet with too many dangers to count. Separated from the other women, I'm on my own until a huge alien with color-changing skin and a massive sword gets me out of a bad spot. I don't understand Savair's language, but I think he's under the impression that I'm his. I am NOT his...
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