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My Dress-Up Darling, Vol. 6 by Shinichi Fukuda
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsA loner boy and a flashy girl find common ground via cosplay in this sweet and spicy romcom! Ever since he got roped into helping Marin, Wakana has had his world and perceptions expanded by cosplay. In fact, it's even helped him find peace with himself! And that seems to be one of cosplay's superpowers, as Wakana and Marin discover at an Ikebukuro event... -
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My Dress-Up Darling, Vol. 8 by Shinichi Fukuda
Rated: 4.45 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsAt their high school’s cultural festival, Marin tackles her first crossplay! While struggling with projecting masculinity in character, she prepares for the festival with the rest of the class. But while Marin is a pro at group activities, Wakana has jitters about his very first time working together with his classmates. Is there a light at the end of his tunnel of nerves and anxiety? !Categorized as:
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![Adrenaline by Penelope Douglas]()
Adrenaline by Penelope Douglas
**You ask. You receive! ***. Have you read Bully and the rest of the Fall Away series? Would you enjoy having all the bonus content in one place? Adrenaline is approximately 36, 000 words of bonus scenes, deleted scenes, character conversations, and Q&As shared over the past few years and is mostly material not found in the actual books. Here, you'll find. . -
![Kodocha: Sana's Stage, Vol. 01 by Miho Obana]()
Kodocha: Sana's Stage, Vol. 01 by Miho Obana
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 33 ratingsTake one young actress used to getting her way, add a handful of ruthless bullies, some humorous twists, and a plastic toy hammer, and you've got the recipe for one crazy story Kodocha follows the antics of Sana, a spoiled 11-year-old TV star, and Hayama, a 6th grade Machiavelli who terrorizes both his teachers and his classmates...Categorized as:
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![Liar by C.L. Stone]()
Liar by C.L. Stone
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 40 ratingsWorse than a thief, is a liar. Kayli Winchester can finally let go of her thieving past and for once walk on the right side of the law. She’s had enough of the hustle and is determined to become the good girl. But her brother, Wil, is still missing. On the hunt for him, she discovers something worse than a missing sibling: Marc, Raven, Axel, Corey and Brandon...Categorized as:
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![Hide Your Crazy by Lani Lynn Vale]()
Hide Your Crazy by Lani Lynn Vale
I’m kind of a lady, but definitely more of a weirdo. Hearing the woman at the table behind him say that to her friend should’ve turned Logan Gibbs off. It doesn’t. In all honesty, it only makes him listen harder. He’s had enough weird in his life to last a lifetime...Categorized as:
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![Broken Hill Honor by Sheridan Anne]()
Broken Hill Honor by Sheridan Anne
Rated: 4.32 of 5 stars · 22 ratingsBeing with Tora Roberts has been nothing but a wild ride, one I never want to get off. At twelve, I knew I loved her. By seventeen, I’d made her life a living hell. She hated me. She stole my heart completely at eighteen. And now at twenty-six, she still hasn’t given it back, and what’s more, I don’t want her to. It’s about time I make her mine…. Officially... -
![What's a Girl Gotta Do? by Holly Bourne]()
What's a Girl Gotta Do? by Holly Bourne
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 34 ratingsHOW TO START A FEMINIST REVOLUTION:. 1. Call out anything that is unfair on one gender. 2. Don't call out the same thing twice (so you can sleep and breathe). 3. Always try to keep it funny. 4. Don't let anything slide. Even when you start to break. .. Lottie's determined to change the world with her #Vagilante vlog. Shame the trolls have other ideas. ..Categorized as:
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The Wallflower, Vol. 4 by Tomoko Hayakawa
Rated: 4.24 of 5 stars · 28 ratingsA BACHELORETTE WITH BANGS. Four gorgeous yet determined guys are still struggling to turn their reluctant, homely housemate Sunako into a proper lady. So far, the dreamy quartet have miraculously managed to cover up Sunako’s total lack of progress from their landlady, Sunako’s aunt, who is eager to see results... -
![The Invitation by Vi Keeland]()
The Invitation by Vi Keeland
Stella Bardot ist eine der talentiertesten Parfüm-Designerinnen in New York. Nachdem sie aber ihren Ex-Verlobten ausbezahlen musste, steht ihr kleines Geschäft kurz vor der Pleite. Als auch noch ihre Mitbewohnerin über Nacht verschwindet, braucht Stella dringend Ablenkung. Ihr bester Freund überredet sie kurzerhand, sich auf die High-Society-Hochzeit der Saison zu schmuggeln... -
![Hoax by C.L. Stone]()
Hoax by C.L. Stone
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 25 ratingsSomeone tried to kill Kayli Winchester. That someone is going to pay. After going overboard and nearly drowning, Kayli regroups and joins Axel, Corey, Brandon, Marc, and Raven back on board the Lucienda. This time, she's brought reinforcements. Liam and Henry join the team in an all-out hunt for a killer. It can't be too hard; there's only so many places to hide on a cruise ship... -
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Motion by Penny Reid
Forced to lie to protect her sister . . . From the New York Times Bestselling Author, Penny Reid. One week. Home alone. Girl genius. Unrepentant slacker. Big lie. What’s the worst that could happen? Mona is a smart girl and figured everything out a long time ago. She had to. She didn’t have a choice... -
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Pelvic Flaws by Nikki Ashton
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsLesley Jones, best-selling author of Carnage and CowSex said of Pelvic Flaws - "A realistic and hilarious take on starting over when you're in your 40's. Toss in a sexy silver fox and you've got yourself a great read"Chloe Walsh best-selling author Humorous, heartfelt and grippingly original, Pelvic Flaws is Nikki's best work to date... -
![The Dealmaker by Jessica Peterson]()
The Dealmaker by Jessica Peterson
Hating and dating: I didn’t realize they’re two sides of the same coin until I meet him. Theo Morgan. One of Wall Street’s highest-paid traders, he may be hot as sin in his five-thousand-dollar custom-made suit and six-figure SUV. But Theo is the bane of my existence. He’s arrogant, rude, and as brash as they come. As our bank’s newest star hire, he’s also after the same promotion I am... -
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![Special A, Vol. 1 by Maki Minami]()
Special A, Vol. 1 by Maki Minami
Her whole life, Hikari Hanazono has been consumed with the desire to win against her school rival, Kei Takishima--at anything. He always comes out on top no matter what he does, and Hikari is determined to do whatever it takes to beat this guy! At age 6 Hikari lost to Kei in an impromptu wrestling match... -
![The Wallflower, Vol. 5 by Tomoko Hayakawa]()
The Wallflower, Vol. 5 by Tomoko Hayakawa
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsMEET THE PARENTS. Sunako Nakahara and her four handsome housemates are enjoying their glamorous lifestyle at her aunt’s mansion–until Sunako’s father makes a surprise appearance... -
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The Wallflower, Vol. 3 by Tomoko Hayakawa
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsA BEAUTIFUL MIND . . . MAYBE. A fabulous foursome of gorgeous guys may live in a magnificent mansion for free, but only if they can turn Sunako, the horror-movie-obsessed, fashion-illiterate niece of the owner, into a proper lady. Oh, and did the aunt mention that Sunako needs to get good grades, too? Sunako must achieve an average above 80 percent, or the deal’s off... -
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Reckless by Devon Hartford
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsNow that Samantha Smith has confronted the demons from her dark past in Fearless, she’s excited to jump into adulthood with newfound confidence and friends Romeo, Madison, and Kamiko. Samantha passionately hopes that her dreams of becoming an artist are more than girlish fancy... -
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Playing With Her Heart by Lauren Blakely
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsFrom the NYT & USA Today Bestselling romance author, a sizzling and addictive story of a woman with a broken past and the man who can’t fight his attraction to her…. Twenty-three year old rising theater star Jill McCormick has built a life out of pretending. Pretending she’s happy, pretending she’s not haunted by the dark secret that shattered her world six years ago...Categorized as:
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![Kissing Madeline by Lex Martin]()
Kissing Madeline by Lex Martin
What’s the worst thing about wanting a sexy NFL football player? Everyone else wants him, too. After catching my boyfriend getting deep-throated by a skanky cage girl, I’ve learned my lesson – never date a professional athlete. Never. Besides, I have more important things to worry about, like not blowing my shot to make it as a broadcast reporter...Categorized as:
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![An On Dublin Street Christmas by Samantha Young]()
An On Dublin Street Christmas by Samantha Young
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 46 ratingsBraden Carmichael and Jocelyn Butler share their first Christmas together as a couple, exchanging meaningful gifts and spending time with family. -
![Just For The Summer by Danielle Jamie]()
Just For The Summer by Danielle Jamie
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBestselling Author of the Savannah Series brings you a fun summer romance novella showing the ups and downs of a hot summer romance. It's the perfect beach or pool side read! Ages 18+ due to Adult Content & Language. This novella is a prequel to the Chasing Carolina series out next year but can be read as standalone. **BLURB**. Chase Kenzington loves two things: fast cars and women...Categorized as:
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![More of You by Laura Pavlov]()
More of You by Laura Pavlov
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsLife is sweet until it’s not…. I followed my dreams when I wanted to follow my heart. I spent the summer touring with the band. Cruz Winslow is the love of my life and. being with him 24/7 was amazing, until it came to an end. I needed to go back to school while he finished up his commitment to Exiled. But, that one decision threatened to tear us apart... -
![Eden High : Series 2 Book 6 by Jordan Silver]()
Eden High : Series 2 Book 6 by Jordan Silver
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAfter the explosion that could've taken Sian's life, Jace is at the end of his rope. No longer willing to leave Mandy in the same town, he's set things in motion to see to her removal. But first he has to protect the people around him, some from Mandy's wrath once she's cornered, and others, from retaliating against her.Categorized as:
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![The Consequence of Revenge by Rachel Van Dyken]()
The Consequence of Revenge by Rachel Van Dyken
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 31 ratingsAfter losing his best friend to another guy, the notoriously too-confident Max Emory suddenly feels lost. He may have devastatingly good looks, an abundance of charm, and a claim to one of the biggest hotel empires around, but he has no ambition anymore. So when his fed-up friends decide they’ve had enough of his moping, they sign him up to be the next bachelor on the reality series Love Island... -
![Elements of Chemistry: Capture by Penny Reid]()
Elements of Chemistry: Capture by Penny Reid
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 36 ratingsPart 3 of Elements of Chemistry. One week. Manhattan apartment. Super-hot ex-boyfriend. …What’s the worst that could happen? It’s been nine months since Kaitlyn Parker has seen or heard from Martin Sandeke—nine months and five stages of matter. She’s lived through the worst of first-love heartbreak, and is most certainly stronger (and less likely to hide in science cabinets) than ever before... -
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Wild Thing by Blair Babylon
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsThe music calls Georgie. Every night, she stands offstage, watching Xan Valentine set fire to the crowd with music until they would burn down the city for him. His music wraps her until her fingers dance, desperately wanting the piano, but her terrified legs could never walk onto a stage... -
![Black Diaries by Robert Thier]()
Black Diaries by Robert Thier
INGREDIENTS FOR A HAPPILY EVER AFTER:. 1. One feisty heroine (That would be me. Hi, I'm Cassy. ). 2. One deliciously hot hero (I prefer them fresh, not frozen. ). 3. Passionate love (and a big fat pinch of lust! ). 4. Oh, and don't forget the "Till death do us part! ". Please leave stewing for 10 minutes in deadly intrigue, stir, and then serve with hot chili sauce. See? A very simple recipe... -
![New Storm Rising by Robert Thier]()
New Storm Rising by Robert Thier
This was NOT how Lilly had expected her honeymoon to go. Ever since their ship left the shore, she has been feeling dizzy, irritable and nauseous. .. and what the heck are these strange cravings she keeps having? Her brand-new husband is no help either. Suddenly, stoic, icy billionaire Mr Rikkard Ambrose has turned into a moody, overprotective caveman... -
![The Art of Loving a Greek Billionaire by Marian Tee]()
The Art of Loving a Greek Billionaire by Marian Tee
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsOnce upon a time, there was an ordinary girl who grew up listening to bedtime stories where there were no knights in shining armor or Prince Charming. Instead, it had Greek billionaires and this little girl dreamt she’d one day have Her Own Greek Billionaire to live happily ever after with. When this little girl grew up, she found what she was looking for...Categorized as:
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![Roman's Having Sex Again by Nikki Ashton]()
Roman's Having Sex Again by Nikki Ashton
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 11 ratings"My life is shite, and more boring than an iced finger – it’s basically bread for goodness sake; where’s the cream? To top it all off, my boss, Roman ‘The Ego’ Hepburn, hates me. ". Summer James has suffered a devastating change to her life, one that could shape her future. To make matters worse, she now has a new boss... -
![An Unplanned Lesson by Beth Rinyu]()
An Unplanned Lesson by Beth Rinyu
Rated: 4.07 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsNicole Morgan, the new second grade teacher at Pineview Elementary school, has it all together in the classroom; it’s her personal life that she can’t find peace with. Unable to let go of the guilt that she is harboring from her past, she punishes herself by running from all potential relationships...Categorized as:
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![Twisted Affair Vol. 5 by M.S. Parker]()
Twisted Affair Vol. 5 by M.S. Parker
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDon't miss the final installment in the bestselling Twisted Affair series! I didn't want to believe it when my PI told me that everything I'd thought I'd known about my wife and my lover was a lie. But he'd had proof. Now I needed to decide what I was going to do with the knowledge I had... -
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Twisted Affair Vol. 4 by M.S. Parker
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMy life was almost back on track. I actually enjoyed my job. I had a gorgeous wife who my family loved, and an equally gorgeous girlfriend who I loved. But I couldn't shake this feeling that it was all going to hell soon. As Blayne Westmore tries to juggle the woman he's married to and the woman he's in love with, he begins to see that things aren't as simple as he'd hoped... -
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![ONE by Heidi McLaughlin, Jillian Dodd]()
ONE by Heidi McLaughlin, Jillian Dodd
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBlind Date by Emma Hart ~ Blind Dates are the work of the devil… especially when your date could be the devil. My name is Bee Donnelly, and I’m a serial one-nighter. Carter Hughes is tonight’s Kryptonite. One Night with Harrison by Heidi McLaughlin ~ Alicia Tucker has had her eyes set on Harrison James from the beginning and all she wants is one night to prove she’s the one for him... -
![Beyond Repair by Annie Hughes]()
Beyond Repair by Annie Hughes
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsLydia Baker is returning home, despite being less than welcome and less than excited about it. The last time she was in the nosy little town of Park Bay, she was being shipped off to the looney-farm by her own father. Her best friend, Kate, is the only reason she’s going back, and Lydia is determined more than ever to fix herself and stop relying so completely on her friend. Which would be...Categorized as:
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![Stepbrother With Benefits 9 by Mia Clark]()
Stepbrother With Benefits 9 by Mia Clark
I just had to try and be a bad girl, didn't I? I blame Ethan. This is all his fault. Rule #9 – We were never supposed to get this far. It was only supposed to be for a week. I don't even know what we're supposed to do now. I've never done this before. "You ready for the ride of your life, Princess? " I ask her. "You think you're that good, do you, Ethan? " Ashley counters...Categorized as:
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![The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes]()
The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
A Cinderella story with deadly stakes and thrilling twists. Avery Grambs has a plan for a better future: survive high school, win a scholarship, and get out. But her fortunes change in an instant when billionaire Tobias Hawthorne dies and leaves Avery virtually his entire fortune. The catch? Avery has no idea why--or even who Tobias Hawthorne is...Categorized as:
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![Running Back to You by Suzanne Sweeney]()
Running Back to You by Suzanne Sweeney
Rated: 4.06 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsAlternate Cover Edition for B00I91EQCA. Juliette Fletcher is a girl with a plan. Not one to sit back and wait for life to happen, she moves back home after graduation and begins to carve out a life for herself. Evan McGuire is desperate for a fresh start. His career in the NFL depends on it. Years of partying and carefree living have caught up with him... -
![Stepbrother With Benefits 8 by Mia Clark]()
Stepbrother With Benefits 8 by Mia Clark
"What kind of good girl are you? " I ask. "That's not even something good girls do, Princess. ". "I'm a very bad good girl," Ashley says, pouting. "I think maybe I need to be punished, Ethan. .. ". Rule #8 – We both want this, so let's take full advantage of it. No holding back, no reservations, no restrictions, maximum pleasure. . -
![Mason by Michelle Heard]()
Mason by Michelle Heard
"You’re my assistant. ". The magic words every girl at Trinity Academy is dying to hear. But I’m the one who gets stuck with Mason Chargill, the star of most women’s fantasies but my nightmare. One of the heirs to CRC Holdings, he might be dangerously gorgeous, but his cold and callous demeanor makes him an ice prince...Categorized as:
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![That Crush by Jillian Dodd]()
That Crush by Jillian Dodd
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsShe’s scared to fall in love again. He’s determined to be the one she falls for. When Damon Diamond first laid eyes on Ainsley Archibald at fifteen, he knew it was more than just a crush. But with their four-year age gap and her indifference, he had to keep his feelings at bay. Three years later, everything has changed... -
![Twisted Affair Vol. 3 by M.S. Parker]()
Twisted Affair Vol. 3 by M.S. Parker
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen I realized I'd slept with my wife's twin sister, I'd thought everything was going to be over. My marriage. My agreement with my father. But my wife didn't seem to know and I wanted to keep it that way. There was one little problem. I couldn't seem to let things go. Blayne Westmore has just found out that he hasn't been sleeping with his wife, gorgeous former model Livie Dusek... -
![Twisted Affair Vol. 2 by M.S. Parker]()
Twisted Affair Vol. 2 by M.S. Parker
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen I proposed to Livie Dusek, I didn't really think that she'd say yes, but I was glad she did. Marrying her would keep my inheritance secure and my dad off of my back. Then we slept together and I thought things were even better. I had no idea... -
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![Two Like Me and You by Chad Alan Gibbs]()
Two Like Me and You by Chad Alan Gibbs
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsEdwin Green's ex-girlfriend is famous. We're talking cover-of-every-tabloid-in-the-grocery-store-line famous. She dumped Edwin one year ago on what he refers to as Black Saturday, and in hopes of winning her back, he's spent the last twelve months trying to become famous himself. It hasn't gone well...Categorized as:
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![Girls with Bad Reputations by Xio Axelrod]()
Girls with Bad Reputations by Xio Axelrod
Rated: 4.04 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsAll her life, Kayla heard the same Don't be so loud. Don't act so wild. Don't take up so much space. Now she's the beating heart of an up-and-coming rock band…and the whole world is going to know her name. Once upon a time, the pressure to be the perfect daughter nearly broke Kayla Whitman... -
![Dear Greek Billionaire by Marian Tee]()
Dear Greek Billionaire by Marian Tee
Rated: 4.04 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsWere bosses allowed to look at their secretaries that way? 27-year-old Stavros Manolis urgently needed a secretary of a certain caliber, but the only one who met his standards was a troublesome young woman who flouted authority whenever she could. She grated on his nerves, but she also made his blood quicken the way no woman had, not even the one he had once loved and lost... -
![My Dutch Billionaire 2 by Marian Tee]()
My Dutch Billionaire 2 by Marian Tee
Rated: 4.03 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsHe’s Willem de Konigh. 33 years old. A coldly handsome, excruciatingly polite Dutch billionaire who’s always gotten what he wanted. Only this time, he realizes what he wants the most is the one woman who wasn’t for him. She’s Serenity Raleigh. 19 years old...Categorized as:
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![Remember When 3: The Finale by T. Torrest]()
Remember When 3: The Finale by T. Torrest
Rated: 3.96 of 5 stars · 37 ratings"I’d spent too long in limbo. It was time to put The California Plan back into effect. ". ~Layla Warren. I’ve been in love with Trip Wiley since I was sixteen years old. Yep. That Trip Wiley. Academy award-winning actor, known philanthropist, People’s Sexiest Man Alive two years running…. Yeah. It’s not like I’m some delusional stalker-fan...Categorized as:
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![The Boss #4 by Claire Adams]()
The Boss #4 by Claire Adams
Rated: 4.03 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIt was time for Zayden to meet my mother. Everything seemed to go well until she found out who he really was. That wasn't the worse part though. He found out a secret that I didn't even know my mother had. Would it be the end to our relationship?
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