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The Crown of Fools by Candice M. Wright
The fates hadn’t always been kind to Sunshine...Abandoned as a baby with nothing more than a blanket and a nameKatia ‘Sunshine’ Jones knows what it feels like to be alone.With her childhood spent navigating the foster system,She finally finds a home in the arms of a boy who becomes her entire world... -
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Four Tricks (Hidden Empire) by Elizabeth Knight
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsI took some hard hits, but now it’s time to strike back.Marco Tesoro wanted a fight, and a fight is what he’s gonna get. The guy just doesn’t know when to stop. First he sent hitmen after me. Now he blew up my mother f-ing house. No one gets to pull that kind of shit and live—a fact he’ll be finding out soon enough...Categorized as:
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![Kept by her Daddies by Laylah Roberts]()
Kept by her Daddies by Laylah Roberts
Maggie’s lost . . .Well, not literally. She knows where she is. Most of the time, anyway.But ever since a car accident ruined her career, she’s been jumping from job to job, unable to find her purpose.Which is how she finds herself in beautiful Escana, helping her eccentric uncle take photos of the soon-to-be Princess.What she doesn’t expect is to find three men she’s drawn to... -
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Strings by Bea Paige
Rated: 4.59 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsWith Ivan I found acceptance. With Anton, home in the dark. With Erik, I fear my undoing… Erik Hadley is a gifted violinist with a dark past and an even more troubled soul. His only place of safety, a glass room built to protect others from his violent outbursts. But it’s nothing more than a prison, and I have every intention of setting him free. It won’t be easy... -
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![The Heir of Shadows by Candice M. Wright]()
The Heir of Shadows by Candice M. Wright
Rated: 4.49 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThere was a little girl, who had a little gun, pointed right at the center of her forehead.When she was good, she was very, very goodBecause if she was bad, she was dead... -
![Broke Down by Sharan Daire]()
Broke Down by Sharan Daire
My car broke down on an icy road in the middle of nowhere. I’ve got no money in the bank, no place to stay, and no food for my kids. Can it get any worse? Sure. A police car pulls up. The county sheriff calls his twin brother to tow my car for repairs that'll probably cost more than the beater is worth. They say don’t worry about it. They only want to help.Sure they do... -
![Single Mom for the Bikers by Stephanie Brother]()
Single Mom for the Bikers by Stephanie Brother
Rated: 4.34 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThree big biker Daddies are about to rock the world of one lonely, single mom.“Mommy? Who’s that?”When I come home to find a massive, unconscious biker in my driveway, there’s only one man I dare call for help.Far too young, I ran away and put my trust in the wrong man, a slick jerk who laughed in my face when he found out I was pregnant... -
![The Cardinal Bird by Mia Smantz]()
The Cardinal Bird by Mia Smantz
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsCallie Jensen has always been a little bit different. She was made fun of for being a math-whiz in school up until she was kidnapped. Growing up in the crime world from a young age, she was turned into a language savant and a hacker-expert. She tried to do what she was told and keep her head down...but...that was easier said than done. Trouble seems to follow her like it's her middle name...Categorized as:
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![Unbreak Me by Reese Rivers]()
Unbreak Me by Reese Rivers
There’s ninety two dollars and fifty seven cents hidden in a Ziploc bag in the lining of the couch along with a double stack of polaroid pictures that might buy me some time.Every person who has met my husband thinks he’s the most charming man and would never believe what he does to me behind these four walls. And now, I see my five year old daughter’s arm in a cast...Categorized as:
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Defied by Sarah Bailey
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTwo become three. Lies, lust and betrayal. Who will fall first?It started when I chose to remain with them. The ones who took me from my life and changed all the rules. The chains binding me to my family loosened their hold. Little did I know that by taking me, Quinn and his friends began the long process of setting me free. And even as I got closer to the boys, the past always held us back... -
![Theirs by Serena Akeroyd]()
Theirs by Serena Akeroyd
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsPerry was a nobody. A nothing. Until she met him and became THEIRS. Farmers' stock with curves as thick as her Tennessee accent, Perry didn't expect much out of life. She had a cause she fought tooth and nail for, a career that meant everything, and a best friend who meant the world to her. Of course, that best friend wasn't just anyone... -
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Sinful Ella by Nicole Casey
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsThe plan was to go on one kickass tour, not fall in love with seven rock stars haunted by a tragic past.As the lead singer of my band, I’m thrilled when it’s finally time for us to go on tour. But instead of a fun road trip, I’m bombarded with complaints from my two bandmate sisters, who happen to think that nothing I do is good enough... -
![Baby Makes 7 by Kai Lesy]()
Baby Makes 7 by Kai Lesy
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA family of seven!? How did I get this freaking lucky?”Before meeting Kellan, Fallon and Luke, I was a homeless single mother.Escaping an abusive ex, with two small children to feed.The gorgeous men of my dreams offered more than just shelter in their spectacular mansion;They gave me love, a sense of belonging, and…A beautiful baby boy.Yet just when I find peace my younger sister goes missing... -
![Sharing the Nanny by Krista Wolf]()
Sharing the Nanny by Krista Wolf
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsWhat do you do when your best male friends are fighting over you? Not just as a nanny to their little ones, but as a lover, as a girlfriend, as someone to protect and keep and share?Harper Hayes is a nerd on a mission. She has to finish innovating her revolutionary new virtual reality software, so she can license the tech to the highest bidder.Only her timeline is tight... -
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![Kings of Linwood Academy - The Complete Box Set by Callie Rose]()
Kings of Linwood Academy - The Complete Box Set by Callie Rose
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsCOMPLETE REVERSE HAREM SERIESRich boys don’t fraternize with the help.They don't torture the help.They don't crave the help.For as long as I can remember, my mom and I have lived on the edge of ruin, so when she finally gets a decent job offer, she moves us cross-country to take it... -
![Healing Shattered Hearts by Kerry Taylor]()
Healing Shattered Hearts by Kerry Taylor
Olivia Byrd spent eight years of her childhood at the hands of a monster. Now that monster is gone and she is finally free of him, but she has been left with so many unanswered questions... -
![Revolt by K.A. Knight]()
Revolt by K.A. Knight
Reign Harrow was the princess of rock until she randomly disappeared six months ago. Taking her secrets and her fame with her. Now she's back, and she seems more determined than ever to be the best. To earn the awards and the titles others only dream of…and maybe even a little revenge along the way. To show everyone that wronged her just what she is made of...Categorized as:
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![Spies Like Us by Lexie Winston]()
Spies Like Us by Lexie Winston
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen the party that was supposed to shed light on the underground world of Summerville went pear shaped and revealed the death of a team member they ended up with more questions than answers... -
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Altered by Blake Blessing
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsBlurb coming...Categorized as:
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Bossed by Three Billionaire Brothers by K.C. Crowne
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsME: "I don’t want drama in my life."ALSO ME: "A four-person polygamy with my best friend’s dad and his twin bros? Why yes!!!"It started when my best friend proposed a Summer nanny gig with the Bradshaw trio.Three silver fox billionaire brothers living in the luxurious French Riviera.I've learned to equate men to heartache and pain...Categorized as:
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![Twisted Legacy by Dakota Lee]()
Twisted Legacy by Dakota Lee
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI woke up in an unfamiliar room, broken and bruised, with no memory of how I got hurt.I’m grateful LJ and Wolfe were there to nurse me back to health.Everything’s different when I get back to school.The Dean covered up the truth about Mayhem Night. Called it a sorority prank gone wrong. That won’t stop me from getting answers.Based on our history, The Trium is at the top of my suspect list... -
![Vicious Chaos by Samantha Bee]()
Vicious Chaos by Samantha Bee
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsI never cared if I lived or died.For eight years I lived as a mess of broken pieces that never could fit back together quite right.Eight years of training. Of building an empire. Of fighting. Of just surviving. Of letting my heart beat for revenge.Only revenge.Eight years of not really living at all.While I was living half a life, I didn’t realize all that was being built up around me.A home... -
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Charmed by Them by Serena Akeroyd
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsThis Reverse Harem Romance is a five part series. Be prepared for weekly releases of this red hot read! SEAN Sean's a genius. Not that he brags about it. An eminent criminologist, he rules his particular roost. More than just at work. At home too. See, back in college, Sean met four other guys. All geniuses, crazy prodigies who were going to set the world alight with their brilliance.. -
![Claimed By My Lawyers by Sylvie Haas]()
Claimed By My Lawyers by Sylvie Haas
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsMy lawyers make being naughty feel good!When a high-powered lawyer and his intern not only want to take my case but insist that I’m their girlfriend, I think I’m dreaming.But I’m not. And they’re serious. They want me to be theirs in every way... -
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![Healed by Them by Serena Akeroyd]()
Healed by Them by Serena Akeroyd
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThis Reverse Harem Romance is a five part series. Be prepared for weekly releases of this red hot read! KURT Kurt’s an author. Okay, so that’s a slight understatement. He’s a 'prize-winning' author. His last book did A-okay and the world is making out he’s the next Aldous Huxley--bada bing bada boom. Still, fame has never been his end goal... -
![Refusing Kendall by Brandy Slaven]()
Refusing Kendall by Brandy Slaven
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsKendall and her quad are moving on to the next chapter of their life. They now face the demanding schedules of going to seperate colleges and the boys' new football stardom. When circumstances and doubt threaten the relationship the five of them have built, it will become Kendall's responsiblility to hold them together... -
![Loved by Them by Serena Akeroyd]()
Loved by Them by Serena Akeroyd
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThis Reverse Harem Romance is the final part in the QUINTESSENCE series. DEVONDevon’s a mathematician. Unlike his brothers--by choice, if not blood--his genius puts him on the kooky side of intelligent. So much so, their household of five was born back when the guys met in college... -
![The Wild Finale: The Wild Boys Book 3 by K.A. Knight, Erin O'Kane]()
The Wild Finale: The Wild Boys Book 3 by K.A. Knight, Erin O'Kane
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWelcome to The Wild Boys, where all your wettest dreams come true.Heartbroken over the loss of Mark, our happily ever after seems to be slipping away with each day that passes. We have to try and navigate our way through obstacles facing a relationship such as ours, while still performing on the sold out tour.The show must go on, but hiding in the wings is our stalker. An obsessed fan.. -
![Why Choose the Bodyguards by Sylvie Haas]()
Why Choose the Bodyguards by Sylvie Haas
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsI'm single. I'm pregnant. I'm a virgin.For every cautionary statement, there’s a poor soul serving as the example. For instance, you can get knocked up the first time you have sex. I’m sure there are a lot of examples so let’s skip ahead.You can get pregnant without penetration. Seriously! I did. And no, I’m not lying.But I am on a mission... -
![When We Fall by Shayne Ford]()
When We Fall by Shayne Ford
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTrick or treat? Or triple treat?A walking contrast, my neighbor catches me at a low point in my life.We wouldn’t be more different, yet he is set to prove me wrong.I’m not the one to refuse a dare, although I may be in over my head.His proposal involves him, me, and his two best friends.They bet against me, and the prize is a secret. What I have to do to win is not what you think.Well, almost...Categorized as:
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Derailed by Sarah Bailey
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThree mixed with four. The captive became an ally. Who will break first?It started when they betrayed me. The ones who I’d come to trust. The ones I was starting to love.My world flipped upside down and nothing is as it seems. Everything was unravelling before my eyes, tearing us apart whilst pulling us closer together.I’m caught between two worlds... -
![Double Dog Dare by Ember Davis]()
Double Dog Dare by Ember Davis
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHADLEYI’ve been hustling for my business, Paws Up, and now that we’re growing, I need to do some more research to make sure my treats and food are the best they can be. When I get an in to visit a dog training facility, I jump at the chance. I’m looking forward to everything I’ll have the opportunity to learn and getting out of Denver for a little while...Categorized as:
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![The Sergeant by Melissa Adams]()
The Sergeant by Melissa Adams
𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀. 𝗔 𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁. 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻.Eyes are on me all the time, at work, at home, on the beach. My stalker has already killed once, and I’m his next target... -
![INVICTUS by Marian Andrew]()
INVICTUS by Marian Andrew
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsMy boyfriend of two years dumped me for a wealthy Manhattan socialite.Desperate for a distraction, I found it with the incredibly hot and spicy Archer St John, a frequent guest of the hotel I work at in London.After an unbelievably perfect night with him, I woke up next to a pool of blood that wasn’t mine. Archer was gone, and so were his clothes and every trace of him... -
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![Room Twenty: Owning Their Angel by Ember Davis]()
Room Twenty: Owning Their Angel by Ember Davis
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsHEATHERMy first mistake is forgetting my place. I let myself believe, as I give them my submission, that they will cherish it. But I am only a club angel. What I see in their eyes is lust, not a promise for the future.My second mistake is running, but when I see the positive test all I can feel is panic. I was always good at running. From my mistakes, from my past... -
![Undercover Action by Cassie Cole]()
Undercover Action by Cassie Cole
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTwo chiseled Irish brothers. A dashing undercover cop.The three of them protecting me--and sharing me.My undercover objective is to get close to the Finnegan brothers.To learn their secrets by any means necessary.I thought I was ready for anything...Until they said they want to share me... -
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Smolder by Cassie Cole
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsI’m the only female smokejumper in Northern California. Fighting wildfires surrounded by sweaty, chiseled, ax-wielding hunks. I could usually ignore the gorgeous men around me... Until I met the three of them . Foxy, the tattoo-covered goofball who’s always making jokes--and who smiles like he wants to tell me a secret... -
![Nanny for the Firemen by Cassie Cole]()
Nanny for the Firemen by Cassie Cole
Rated: 4.03 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsI finally landed a date with the swooniest, most gorgeous fireman in town.But just when our date was going well, he got called back to the firehouse.Turns out, a baby was left on the fire station doorstep.And since they’re clueless about taking care of a baby, they recruit me to help.Now I’m crashing at the firehouse with them.Three hulking, chiseled heroes in suspenders... -
![Fractured by Blake Blessing]()
Fractured by Blake Blessing
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsI’m not crazy.I’m the product of a schizophrenic mother who seemed more evil than human, and a bipolar father who didn’t love me enough to stay.But I’m not crazy.Now I’m struggling with life and question myself and my decisions every single day. Are these signs? Red flags? I won’t let myself look too close.I refuse to be crazy.Then four men swoop in just when I need them...Categorized as:
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![Her Royal Treatment: A Military Reverse Harem Romance by Kai Lesy]()
Her Royal Treatment: A Military Reverse Harem Romance by Kai Lesy
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsIt’s like being cherished. Worshipped and unbelievably fulfilled, by four of the most beautiful men I'd ever laid eyes on. All at the same time.The King ordered me to lock down.In my country, his word is final - especially for the Princess.I’m both infuriated and screwed!My anger transforms into curiosity when my eyes fall on my protectors.Four ex-military mercenaries. Brothers by war... -
![Rancher Daddies: A Military Reverse Harem Romance by Liz Archer]()
Rancher Daddies: A Military Reverse Harem Romance by Liz Archer
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsWhen I caught my fiancé cheating on me…With my maid of honor…On our wedding day… I ran away…And now I’m the nanny for three silver fox ranchers.Left with nothing but my wedding dress,I look for a soft place to lay my head.But what I find instead are three tough ranch brothers…With broad shoulders to cry on.And rock-hard bodies to die for.All silver foxes.All rugged ex-Navy SEALs... -
![Fire Daddies by Liz Archer]()
Fire Daddies by Liz Archer
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsThree spicy firemen + One sweet single mom = Santa’s naughty listWhen my bakery goes up in smoke, three sizzling ex-SEALs swoop in to save me, and my two sweet little kids . . .Then when they find out we have nowhere to sleep . . .they welcome us to stay at their penthouse . . -
![Our Bratty Queen by Kameron Claire]()
Our Bratty Queen by Kameron Claire
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBrat Tamer Times ThreeI’m the bad twin, the loud one, the one dancing on the tables while my critics condemn me. My family rarely knows where I am, much less what kind of trouble I’m starting, which has left me a lonely shell that I fill with my antics.My sister is my polar opposite in every way. Quiet and in the shadows, she has everyone convinced she’s the good twin, but I know better... -
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Saved by the Marines by Cathleen Cole, Frank Jensen
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsThey never should’ve been protecting me. Now, they’re my only hope… As the daughter of a US Senator, my life was never going to be normal. I thought I’d finally escaped out from my father’s shadow, but he dragged me back kicking and screaming... -
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![Lavish: A Reverse Harem Miniseries by C.M. Stunich]()
Lavish: A Reverse Harem Miniseries by C.M. Stunich
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA house of lies and secrets. It's inside those walls that I find myself trapped. I'm more than just the princess to a mafia kingdom—I'm the future queen. Three lovers. One traitor. An endless stream of betrayal. One is like a wolf, the other a coyote, and the last a fox. Three dark bosses of the New York underworld and they're all mine. Although I must remember: they all bite... -
![Five Fathers by Kate Morgan]()
Five Fathers by Kate Morgan
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSin or piety. Those are the two things I’m choosing between when I walk up those stone steps and into the church. Heaven or hell. Pain or pleasure. But sometimes, pleasure brings more hurt than pain. I’ve learned my lesson the hard way and that’s why I’m doing this, giving up everything I know and love for a whole new life. A life dedicated to something, someone, other than myself... -
![Secret Baby and the Bratva by Sylvie Haas]()
Secret Baby and the Bratva by Sylvie Haas
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI hid my pregnancy for 9 months, but my secret's out now!We all have that friend—the one who can convince us to do anything. The one who gets away with everything. I’m not that friend. I’m the friend who lets my bestie convince me to go to a sex club, relax my better judgment for one night, hook up with three guys, and end up pregnant... -
![Reap What You Sow by Katya Ensmore]()
Reap What You Sow by Katya Ensmore
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsThe Renegade Reapers’ reputation is on the line.Someone is trying to ruin everything we’ve worked so hard for.Get this: that’s not even scratching the surface of my current problems.The one guy I want is trying to avoid me like I have the plague. The other one I shouldn’t want is willing to put aside everything he stands for to be with me... -
![Depraved by Sarah Bailey]()
Depraved by Sarah Bailey
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsTogether. Apart. Where does it end?It started with the war. The war we’d wage upon the very man who’d raised me. The war which would either tear us apart or keep us together.We’d finally found our way to each other. The five of us gave in. It’d been inevitable from the start. Desire had forged us, but it was love which set us free. Made us into what we were. A family drenched in blood... -
![Cartel Kings by Carmen Rosales]()
Cartel Kings by Carmen Rosales
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsEntre Familia Cartel KingsBlurb Coming...
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