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Fate & Furies: An epic romantic fantasy by Scheuerer
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 27 ratings“I always knew you would be the end of me. ”. With darkness cursing the world around her, Althea Zoltaire is desperate for vengeance. But as she hunts Wilder Hawthorne across the kingdoms, brutal secrets begin to unravel. Not knowing what – or who – to trust, Thea and her companions find themselves entwined with a destiny far greater than one man... -
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The Light Through the Leaves by Glendy Vanderah
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 32 ratingsOne unbearable mistake at the edge of the forest. In a moment of crisis, Ellis Abbey leaves her daughter, Viola, unattended—for just a few minutes. But when she returns, Viola is gone. A breaking point in an already fractured marriage, Viola’s abduction causes Ellis to disappear as well—into grief, guilt, and addiction... -
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![Lennon Reborn by Scarlett Cole]()
Lennon Reborn by Scarlett Cole
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsFrom the queen of heart-pounding, sexy, emotional romance Scarlett Cole comes Lennon Reborn, a stunning, shattering rock star romance in the Preload series. Lennon McCartney is not a broken man. Because being broken implies being whole once... -
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Pride by Eva Charles
In our world the price of betrayal is death. Rafael Huntsman, crown prince of a sinful empire. Possessive. Dangerous. Achingly beautiful. And consumed by a chilling past. When I was nineteen he laid eyes on me, like it was the very first time. From that moment, I was his. Although it was much later, under a moonlit sky in a vineyard awash with fairy lights, that I surrendered--and he disappeared...Categorized as:
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![Secretly, Secretly; But Unable to Hide It by Yi Zhu]()
Secretly, Secretly; But Unable to Hide It by Yi Zhu
Rated: 4.24 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsThe time she is thirteen years old, Sang Zhi secretly has a crush on a man. That man looks cold and sluggish, he can be described as someone that is careless and casual. He frequently comes to her house. One afternoon, he stays at her Ge Ge’s (Older brother, 桑延) room to play a game... -
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Mayhem by Elizabeth Knox
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsEverything between us changed in an instant. MagnusWith one of our enemies finally gone, we all thought we’d have an easy couple of months until someone else rose from the ashes. What we didn’t expect was for it to happen a lot sooner than we thought. It didn’t take months. In weeks there was another snake we needed to take down... -
![Luxe Two: A LaLa Land Addiction by Ashley Antoinette]()
Luxe Two: A LaLa Land Addiction by Ashley Antoinette
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsIn Luxe Two: A LaLa Land Addiction by New York Times bestselling author Ashley Antoinette, there is only one thing more powerful than anything. .. the love of the high. .. Bleu is addicted. .. addicted to the luxe life and it has led her down a road of self-destruction. She knows what it feels like to be turned out by the game... -
![Cat Pay the Devil: A Joe Grey Mystery by Shirley Rousseau Murphy]()
Cat Pay the Devil: A Joe Grey Mystery by Shirley Rousseau Murphy
Rated: 4.24 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsMolena Point, California, should be a tranquil place. Nestled quietly on the Pacific coast miles below San Francisco, it's not the kind of town escaped convicts seek out... -
![Vengeance by Rebecca Gannon]()
Vengeance by Rebecca Gannon
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAngela. I've been a captive my entire life behind the walls of my family’s making. And while the walls have kept me in, they didn’t keep the monsters out. Under a constant watchful eye, I have no choice in anything, my path already carved out for me the moment I entered this world... -
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Faithless by Julie Johnson
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsLOVE WAS NEVER ON MY ITINERARY. .. UNTIL I MET HIM. After twenty years in the same small town, Faith Morrissey throws caution to the wind and books herself a one-way ticket to Europe. She's not sure what to expect from her year-long study abroad trip, but she wants - needs - something different. Something exciting... -
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Yakuza Lover, Vol. 6 by Nozomi Mino
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsWhen feisty college student Yuri is attacked at a party, she’s saved by Toshiomi Oya, the underboss of a yakuza syndicate. Despite her obvious attraction to him, she convinces herself that she’s not in the market for a bad boy type. But when they meet again, she finds herself irresistibly drawn to him—kicking off a steamy and dangerous love affair that threatens to consume her, body and soul... -
![The Doctor Who Has No Chance by Victoria Quinn]()
The Doctor Who Has No Chance by Victoria Quinn
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsI rushed into something I wasn't ready for. I want to be ready, wish I were ready, but I'm just not. But I miss her. Every day. Every moment. Always. It's like losing half of my soul. Maybe Sicily is the right person, just not the right time. And if that's true, can I really just let her go? -
![Celt by Aria Ray]()
Celt by Aria Ray
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsA scorching hot badass looking for redemption. A single dad crazy about his daughter. My sworn protector. Tall, dark and Irish, Celt stole my heart the day he saved me from my predatory husband. But I keep it a secret from him. I can’t let myself become bound to anyone right now. I have to regain control of my life first. A fresh start. No brawny, possessive bikers allowed... -
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Foreign Affairs by Julie Johnson
Rated: 4.06 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsFALLING IN LOVE ABROAD IS A DREAM COME TRUE. WELL. .. IT'S SUPPOSED TO BE. After twenty years in the same small town, Faith Morrissey throws caution to the wind and books herself a one-way ticket to Europe. But her study abroad trip goes a bit sideways when she’s swept off her feet by a handsome stranger on the streets of Budapest. HE’S THE PERFECT GUY. CORRECTION: THE PERFECT SPY... -
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![Silver Threads: Memory House Collection by Bette Lee Crosby]()
Silver Threads: Memory House Collection by Bette Lee Crosby
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOn the day Jennifer Green was born a pile of stones was placed alongside her scale of life. A few were the dark gray of sorrow, but most were a pale blush color. The largest stone was the rose hue of a sunrise. That one would be placed on the scale the day she married Drew Bishop. Even more brilliant but a wee bit smaller was the pink stone glistening with specs of silver... -
![The Doctor Who Has No Ambition by Victoria Quinn]()
The Doctor Who Has No Ambition by Victoria Quinn
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAs the world's most renowned heart surgeon, I accomplished every dream I had. I did my humanitarian work in South Africa, conducted ground-breaking research with my clinic, and made a difference every single day. The best part? The way my father looked at me. .. like he'd never been more proud. But when my patience dies on the table, I lose everything. And I mean EVERYTHING. My wife left me... -
![Never the Bride: A Steamy Standalone Instalove Romance by Flora Ferrari]()
Never the Bride: A Steamy Standalone Instalove Romance by Flora Ferrari
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsASHLEE. It’s supposed to be my dream job. I mean, it is my dream job. Working in a bridal boutique, adjusting and fitting beautiful gowns while I freelance my own designs online. It’s perfect. Except I’m getting my face rubbed in it every day. Always the bridesmaid and never the bride... -
![The Traitor And the Chalice by Jane Fletcher]()
The Traitor And the Chalice by Jane Fletcher
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsTevi and Jemeryl, soldier and sorceress, must risk all in the race to uncover a traitor and retrieve the chalice that, in the wrong hands, could bestow dangerous powers. A dark presence is threatening to uncover long hidden secrets, and the future of the whole Protectorate is at stake... -
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Ruin by Willow Aster
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA Student/Teacher Romance. I never wanted to be a royal. I could leave that to my older brother and sister and be happy. I'd rather see the world, experience life with unjaded eyes, and meet people who liked me based on something other than their expectations. Gentry Barrington saw exactly who I was the first time we met, the real me. My title wasn't part of the equation...Categorized as:
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Virtually Hers by Gennita Low
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe can't get her out of his head. .. literally. Virtually, Book 2 In Helen Hell Roston's elite black ops world, failure isn't listed as an option in the rule book. As the leading guinea pig in a dangerous combination of virtual reality training and a mind-altering serum, though, every day offers a thousand ways to blow it... -
![Dear Mr. Author by Flora Ferrari]()
Dear Mr. Author by Flora Ferrari
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsa steamy standalone instalove romance (a man who knows what he wants book 265). -
![The Doctor Who Has No Closure by Victoria Quinn]()
The Doctor Who Has No Closure by Victoria Quinn
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsI've been living in the past for so long, and it's time that I move on. Forget Catherine. I'm done with her. I'm done with her memory. I'm done playing "what if. " I have this beautiful woman right in front of me that I want. And I'm just going to go for it. Finally. -
![Captured: Gowns & Crowns by Jennifer Chance]()
Captured: Gowns & Crowns by Jennifer Chance
Rated: 4.02 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFor beautiful, pampered Lauren Grant, the idea of love without strings is a fairy tale and a trap. Though she’s skillfully maintained her image as the carefree celebutante, for years she’s been systematically stalked by the richest—and most ruthless—golden boy of the Jet Set. To stay one step ahead, she’s used every resource at her disposal... -
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Taming Mr. Black by Goddy Francis
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsWelcome to Club K, home for the finest and wealthiest men in the country, owned by playboy billionaire, Killian Black. He is the handsome, cocky, and dominant bachelor with a shitty reputation. He has one simple rule—never mix work with pleasure... -
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![Forbidden Professor by R.S. Elliot]()
Forbidden Professor by R.S. Elliot
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsNever fall in love with your professor…. How did I even get into this mess? I just tried to do my job, earn the apprenticeship, and live happily ever after. So what happened? Fate had another plan in mind. A horribly unnerving plan that has me turning into a puddle of hormonal desperation at the sight of my professor. My drop-dead-gorgeous professor. Let me back up a little…...Categorized as:
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![Animal Instinct by Stephen Osborne]()
Animal Instinct by Stephen Osborne
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsSequel to Pale as a Ghost A Duncan Andrews Thriller Private detective Duncan Andrews has the home-team advantage when it comes to solving paranormal crimes: His best friend, Gina, is a centuries-old witch. His dog is a zombie. And his boyfriend, Robbie, is a ghost. Duncan certainly has his work cut out for him with this case... -
![Dawn of Fate and Valor by Lucinda Dark, Rebecca Grey]()
Dawn of Fate and Valor by Lucinda Dark, Rebecca Grey
Born a royal heir. Fallen from grace. Born as the daughter of the Saintess Queen, now my hands are soaked in blood. I am a killer. I am Awakened. I am a Queen without a throne. Against the wishes of my escort guard, Solomon, I must seek the aid from the kingdom of my betrayer. As the connection between Solomon and I soars to new heights, one thing is becoming incredibly clear…...Categorized as:
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Butterflies, Flowers, Vol. 6 by Yuki Yoshihara
Rated: 3.91 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsChoko Kuze is in a relationship with Masayuki Domoto, her current boss and former servant. Now that her family's house has been rebuilt, Masayuki asks Choko to give him back the key to his apartment, signaling the end of their living together. Not wanting to leave, she decides to give him a different key and sneaks back into his place. .. -
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Butterflies, Flowers, Vol. 5 by Yuki Yoshihara
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsChoko Kuze is in a relationship with Masayuki Domoto, her current boss and former servant. Masayuki asked Choko to move in with him, but now he can't bear taking his precious Milady away from her parents. Will shopping with Choko for lovey-dovey home furnishings change his mind? -
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Royal Romance by Flora Ferrari
Rated: 3.89 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsFAITH. I was only here to walk the dogs. Just hired help for the palace. But to me it was so much more. I longed for Prince Alistair. The more the papers bashed him, the more I cried for him. .. because I knew the truth. He didn't have to tell me. I knew because the pain that ailed him ailed me too. But no matter my silly wishes there was no way I'd ever be more than just another royal servant... -
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Butterflies, Flowers, Vol. 4 by Yuki Yoshihara
Rated: 3.86 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsChoko Kuze is in a relationship with Masayuki Domoto, her current boss and former servant. But his eccentric behavior is nothing compared to that of company president Yanagi. Yanagi issues a challenge for Masayuki to protect Choko's nether regions from him for three days while she stays in the president of Benten Estate's home... -
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Butterflies, Flowers, Vol. 3 by Yuki Yoshihara
Rated: 3.85 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsChoko Kuze is in love with her ex-servant-now-tyrannical-boss Masayuki Domoto. She's had a hard time getting him to see her as a woman, but between bouts of treating her like a genteel lady and an entry-level office grunt, he's slowly starting to come around. Now that they're dating, Choko and Masayuki go on their first overnight trip together... -
![Scared to Live by Stephen Booth]()
Scared to Live by Stephen Booth
Rated: 3.85 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsDetective Constable Ben Cooper and Detective Sergeant Diane Fry must uncover the secrets of two grim murder scenes in England's Peak District--one inexplicable. .. and the other unspeakable... -
![Belonging to the Boss by Jenna Rose]()
Belonging to the Boss by Jenna Rose
Derick Beaumont is ruthless, arrogant, dangerously sexy, and also my new boss – but not by my choice. He knew the art world was my passion and now he’s blacklisted me from every job in the city so I have no choice but to work for him as his gopher (aka. personal assistant). If I ever want a chance at my dream job, I have to do every single thing that he says...Categorized as:
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![His Hostage: A Dark Romance by Penelope Woods]()
His Hostage: A Dark Romance by Penelope Woods
Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMy next door neighbor doesn't borrow. He takes. .. Every. Last. Inch. Rowan is dangerous. He’s a liar with the darkest eyes and the sweetest mouth. Everyone avoids him for one reason: he’s a wanted criminal. I was the one stupid enough to let him in my world. He could have taken anyone. He chose me. Me, the freshly divorced thirty-something. I’m the one he wants? At first, I was flattered... -
![Leave No Trace by Sammi Cee, Michelle Frost]()
Leave No Trace by Sammi Cee, Michelle Frost
Rated: 3.72 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA hitman with a reputation. A boy with a past. Trace took a job at The Anonymous—the most exclusive club in the city—for a very specific reason. Only now that he’s there, he’s not sure how to get what he needs. He sure didn’t expect a killer Daddy to help him figure it out. Kol always closes his contracts, and he never leaves loose ends... -
![Pregnant with My Roommate's Dad: A Forbidden Age Gap Romance (Forbidden Encounters) by Sofia T Summers]()
Pregnant with My Roommate's Dad: A Forbidden Age Gap Romance (Forbidden Encounters) by Sofia T Summers
Rated: 3.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDaily schedule:. Wake up. Party. Crush on the roommate’s dad. Repeat. I have one word for this messed up life of mine. Disaster. My best friend literally lives with me. And I drool over her dad right in front of her eyes. She trusts me too much to notice it. And I love him too much to stop. He adores my curves. He nurtures the crazy side of me. And now… Now he’s also put a baby in me... -
![Kisses at Midnight by Jen McLaughlin, Samantha Towle]()
Kisses at Midnight by Jen McLaughlin, Samantha Towle
Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratings3 exciting romances from James Patterson's BookShots Flames, now in one book! THE MCCULLAGH INN IN MAINE by Jen McLaughlin: Chelsea O'Kane escapes to Maine with a gun and fresh bruises. She's ready to begin anew-until she runs into her old flame, Jeremy Holland. As he helps to fix her inn, her heart heals and they rediscover what they once loved about each other... -
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Naked Heat by Richard Castle
Rated: 3.77 of 5 stars · 44 ratingsIn the sequel to the New York Times bestselling HEAT WAVE, Richard Castle's new thrilling mystery continues the story of NYPD Homicide Detective, Nikki Heat. Tough, sexy, professional, Nikki Heat carries a passion for justice as she leads one of New York City's top homicide squads... -
![Save Me, Daddy by Jess Bentley]()
Save Me, Daddy by Jess Bentley
Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSome cherries are too sweet not to pop…. KITA. The Chi Ro Pi Cherry Pies make me feel like I finally have a home again. But when they send me to their Sorority ‘Bake Sale’ in a skimpy halter-top,. I find out the cherry pie they’re selling is… my virginity. Up on that stage, I’m more vulnerable than ever. Until he takes me in his big, strong arms. I want to stay there forever. . -
![2 Cherries for My Dad's Best Friend by S.E. Law]()
2 Cherries for My Dad's Best Friend by S.E. Law
Rated: 3.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsMy dad’s gorgeous best friend has a special appendage that can pop BOTH my cherries at once. Say what? Yes, it’s true! I’ve known Killian for ages. He’s my dad’s buddy from college, and the gorgeous alpha male is mouthwateringly handsome, with dark blue eyes, the physique of an Olympian, and a white grin that flashes whenever we make eye contact. Even better, there are no secrets... -
![The Hot-Blooded Groom by Emma Darcy]()
The Hot-Blooded Groom by Emma Darcy
Rated: 3.14 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsBryce Templar's father had given him an ultimatum: Bryce had one year to marry and produce an heir. .. .When Bryce met Sunny, the attraction between them was like a bolt of electricity. Business was forgottenpassion took over. .. and Sunny was stunned when Bryce proposed marriage the very next morning! -
![Mathilda (Xist Classics) by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley]()
Mathilda (Xist Classics) by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
Rated: 3.23 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsA Banned Tale of Despair. “To bestow on your fellow men is a Godlike attribute. So indeed it is and as such not one fit for mortality;-the giver, like Adam and Prometheus, must pay the penalty of rising above his nature by being the martyr of his own excellence. ” - Mathilda, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley...Categorized as:
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