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Nora Roberts Bridal Quartet Boxed Set by Nora Roberts
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Feeling Bleu by Chenell Parker
Rated: 4.72 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThe first appearance deceives many and things are not always as they seem. For Bleu Alston, love was nothing more than a four letter word. Being faithful was foreign to her even though she had a man. Rico loved Bleu with his whole heart but the feelings were neither mutual nor reciprocated. He went to the extreme to get and keep her but his all never seemed to be good enough... -
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![A Ghetto Tale From Ebony: Ladies Night Chronicles by Antoinette Sherell]()
A Ghetto Tale From Ebony: Ladies Night Chronicles by Antoinette Sherell
Rated: 4.81 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIt’s Ladies' Night! The drinks are flowing, and so is the messiness. From men problems, to friendship drama, and even female rivalries; these ladies have a ghetto tale for it all. Ebony Lassiter has been in a relationship with her boyfriend, Anthony, for five years... -
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I See You by Ann Modkins
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsHassan Gaines was a name whispered in fear on the streets. A man who didn’t need a gun to end a life, making him the most feared force on the block. But power never erased his pain. Raised in the foster system, hardened by a past of neglect, and battling a mind that often felt like an enemy, Hassan had long accepted that he was built for war, not love... -
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![Bring It Home by Toni Aleo]()
Bring It Home by Toni Aleo
Rated: 4.47 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsBoon Hoenes only has three goals in life. To make Posey Adler his wife, to win the Stanley Cup for the second year in a row, and for Shea Adler to like him. The first, he’s got on lock. The second, he’s well on his way. And the third…. Well, two out of three ain’t bad. -
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The Icing on the Cake by Grace Worthington
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsRule #1: Never fall for a hockey player. So why does my dating coach—who also happens to play hockey—make me want to break every rule I’ve set? Neesha. It starts with one conversation with a stranger…and suddenly, everything changes. He won’t tell me what he does for a living, and maybe that should be a red flag... -
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Oceans Apart (Kingsbury, Karen) by Karen Kingsbury
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 35 ratingsA forgotten secret. A shocking discovery. A sacrifice of love that will bring Connor Evans to his knees. A story of hope and redemption from #1 New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury. Airline pilot Connor Evans and his wife, Michele, seem to be the perfect couple living what looks like a perfect life. Then a plane goes down in the Pacific Ocean... -
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Second Chances at Mermaids Point by Sarah Bennett
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsWhen her dreams of young love were cruelly shattered, Nerissa Morgan found it hard to move on. Now, at forty-three, everyone around her is enjoying life while she’s just going through the motions. With her boss retiring and rumours of a new doctor coming in to take over the practice she manages, change is coming, whether she’s ready for it or not...Categorized as:
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Twenty-Two by Toni Aleo
Rated: 4.47 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsWhen Lucas Brooks was traded to the Nashville Assassins over a decade ago, he was a brash, brawling hothead without an anchor. Well, four kids and a smokin' hot wife will weigh you down real fast, but Lucas wouldn't change a minute of his happily ever after. During an epic, end-of-season quest for the Cup, changes appear on the horizon, and suddenly, there's a plot twist in Lucas's fairy tale. -
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The Millionaire Who Captured My Heart by Journee Jordan
Rated: 4.79 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSynopsis24 year old Onyx Krane had enough hardship in her life to last a lifetime. Losing her parents at such a young age had her growing up far too fast. Despite being the legal guardian of her twin sisters, Brooklyn and Bronx and engaged to the man of her dreams, her life is anything but a fairytale, especially when an old classmate, Dubai Isaac reappearing in her life and shakes it to its core... -
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Lord, Please Save her For Me by Tatiana Timmons
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsBishop’s release from jail leaves him feeling trapped. Angela has given up his freedom in exchange for marriage, and now he is being sent to a wellness resort to work things out with his future wife. Eagar to get back to the cove to rescue Indigo. Chaos ensues as they collide with each other. Khas compelled Indigo to give Peace is Yours a chance... -
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Falling In Love With A Billionaire Savage by Malicia Bond
Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA recent parolee and well-known street legend, Ace Weslyn is looking forward to starting his life anew with his girl and his daughter. Having had enough of the streets and vowing to never return, he now works as a certified tattoo artist. Behind the scenes, Ace’s brother was ruthlessly murdered while he was locked up and he searches for the killer day in and day out... -
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Hearts and Aces by Kaylie Hunter
Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsTwo Kidnappings. A Dangerous Cartel. And… A Scavenger Hunt? After a mission in Mexico goes sideways, a cartel is looking for payback against the men of Aces. Kelsey heightens security measures and searches for a way to resolve the conflict. But while busy protecting the family—she fails to protect her heart. And Grady returns from Mexico—with his arms wrapped firmly around is ex... -
![A Virgin Surrogate & A Underboss by Taniece]()
A Virgin Surrogate & A Underboss by Taniece
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsFrom national bestselling author of "Tall Red Dude With Tattoos," Taniece presents "A Virgin Surrogate & A Underboss"—a scorching tale of possession, protection, and the unhinged men who'll cross every line for the women who own their souls. After a lifetime of heartbreak, Pre has one no men. Period... -
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![Only One Touch by Natasha Madison]()
Only One Touch by Natasha Madison
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsNico. When I inherited the Dallas Oilers from my father , I became one of the youngest owners in hockey history. Even though the team was at the bottom of the hockey standings,. I had big plans to change that and bring the Cup to Dallas. Falling in love was something I never believed would happen to me... -
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A Cranberry Inn Christmas by Beth Ehemann
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsChristmas at the Murphy household has always been a big deal, but with her daughters getting older, Kacie Murphy is feeling a bit sentimental, so she decides to give her family the perfect Christmas. Plans of cookie baking, sleigh ride taking, and snowman making are quickly put in jeopardy when Kacie receives devastating news—her mom has sold the beloved Cranberry Inn... -
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A Billionaire Got Me Pregnant by Tosha Lavette
Rated: 4.55 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsAlthough Jasemine "Jas" Edwards was a stripper throughout her life, she always had a good head on her shoulders. With plans to exit the lifestyle she lived, a heated night filled with passion changed her life forever. Jasemine crossed paths with Clinton "CJ" Robinson, someone whose old street ties paved the way for his success, but as they say, more money, more problems... -
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Pieces of My Peace by Mel Dau
Rated: 4.69 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFor Analise Willow, life has not always been easy or fair. One thing about a diamond in the rough though, it’s always going to have that pressure to shine. Her focus in life is taking care of herself and most importantly her daughter... -
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From A Hood Chick To A Billionaire's Wifey by Sha Jones
Rated: 4.69 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThey say money can’t bring or buy happiness, but for twenty-nine-year-old Poetic, she’d rather shed tears in a Lamborghini than in a roach-infested apartment. At just six years old, she painfully watches her father walk out on her and her mother, Shanice. The pain cut so deep that Shanice sank into depression and later died of a broken heart... -
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Goalie and the Girl Next Door by Elsie Woods
My life was perfect except for the occasional goat emergency. Then a charming French goalie with dimples turned my life upside down. Rude. Marcy. I came to Maple Falls to rebuild my life with nothing but four pencil skirts and a broken heart, courtesy of my hockey-playing ex. I like numbers because they don't lie, and I like my quiet ranch life because it's predictable... -
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Wild Tendy by Toni Aleo
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsNico Merryweather loves women—all women. Sure, they’re sexy and fun. But “Player” is an easy reputation to hide behind, a way to keep the good times rolling and reality at bay. He’s loud, he’s cocky, he says exactly what he’s thinking, and people just laugh it off because they think they know him. But Nico makes sure no one is close enough to know the truth... -
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Changing Lines by Toni Aleo
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsClaire and Jude Sinclair have been living the perfect life for the last ten years. Blissfully in love, professionally successful, happily married… They have everything they want—except a baby to make their family complete... -
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A Different Kind of December by Lesley Jones
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 22 ratingsDecember 1st. .. A time to reflect and remember for Georgia, and also, she's decided, this year will be a time for change. Starting with high emotion on the anniversary of the day that changed her life and ending on a loud, raucous and raunchy Christmas night, we get a little dip into the lives of some of the Carnage Series favourite characters. This is book 5 in a series. Carnage Book One... -
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Path To Realization by TheFeveredBookaholic
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsAsher Pryce hides behind a wall of secrets he's spent most of his life building up. How else is the adopted child whose birth parents run a drug cartel supposed to fit in? He's notorious for his overconfident swagger and total lack of patience for bullshit - a master of masks. The one thing in his life he can't fake? His feelings for his best friend's twin sister... -
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One Last Summer by Catrin Collier
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![All That Glitters by Catrin Collier]()
All That Glitters by Catrin Collier
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsCornish smuggler Devlin 'Devil' Varcoe braves winter weather and revenue men to fetch the contraband on which Porthinnis depends for survival. Drawn to Jenefer Trevanion, whose father finances the smuggling operation, Devlin is seduced by beautiful wild-child Tamara Gillis. When fire destroys her home, Jenefer is forced to work in the pilchard cellars... -
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A Silver Lining by Catrin Collier
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 27 ratings"A powerful tale of survival and hardship, very well crafted and with strong characters" - Publishing News. In strictly chapel Pontypridd in 1938, tongues are quick to wag when Alma Moore, abandoned by her lover, is rushed to hospital with stomach pains. The doctor may call it appendicitis, but the scandal-mongers think they know better... -
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One Timer by Toni Aleo
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsYou’ve known Harper Allen and Jakob Titov since you met them in Taking Shots. You know their story already, right? Ha! You only think you do. In One-Timer, they’ll tell it for themselves. Harper has been hurt so many times, and she has no interest in anything more than a one-time thing, but Jakob Titov has other ideas. He is looking for his forever... -
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Pucks & Penalties: Pucked Series Outtakes and Deleted Scenes by Helena Hunting
An extensive compilation of outtakes, deleted scenes and a crossover novella from The Pucked Series, which now includes:. ENDORSE THIS: An Area 51 invasion outtake in which Alex once again tries to persuade Violet that he should go where no man has gone before. And likely never will... -
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That Forever by Jillian Dodd
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsDevaney Diamond and Chase Mackenzie’s relationship has been like a Taylor Swift song. Best friends in elementary school. First loves in high school. Friends with benefits while Dani was away at college. But deep down, they have always loved each other. Have always been drawn to each other. And after much drama, they have managed to work things out and are now in college together as a couple... -
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Broken Rainbows by Catrin Collier
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsThe third novel in the Long Road to Baghdad series, a vivid, moving, historically accurate account of a conflict between Eastern and Western Empires. 1916, Mesopotamia. The Turks order prisoners from the siege of Kut to march the hundreds of miles to Baghdad. The men are weak from starvation after the five-month siege, with many suffering from dysentery and diseases... -
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Such Sweet Sorrow by Catrin Collier
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsHave you ever wondered what it would be like to work for yourself? Since the recent recession figures show that more and more people, both young and old, would rather set up their own business than continue searching for jobs that are scarce, and often end up being poorly-paid... -
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Craving Lucy by Terri Anne Browning
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsUSA Today Bestselling Author Terri Anne Browning’s New Adult series. One kiss can change everything…. I wished I’d known that before I’d kissed my best friend. Things are different now. We can’t go back. I’m not even sure I want to go back. I guess the question is…. What happens now? -
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Cocky Quarterback: Eric Cocker by Faleena Hopkins
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsBRAND NEW IN THE HIT SERIES WITH OVER 250,000 SOLD. I told her I hope he knows how lucky he is. ERIC:. The waitress with the bird tattoo up her middle finger. has gotten my attention by not caring if she does. My team thinks it’s hilarious that she’s not into me. I think it’s almost as fascinating as she is. Trouble is she likes musician types. .. And has one for a boyfriend... -
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![Only Fools Get Fouled : The Cambridge Crew by Connie Easton]()
Only Fools Get Fouled : The Cambridge Crew by Connie Easton
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsLyfe Cambridge is a man that saves the games for the court. When it comes to his marriage, he takes every vow serious. A man that knows what he wants is a man of certainty. However, when the smoke clears from around his marriage, things began to change for all parties involved. Sometimes all one needs is that one person they can’t touch to make things better... -
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Wifed Up By A West Coast Millionaire by Porschea Jade
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsLove is supposed to be easy. Or, at least, that’s what Suki thought when she allowed Jinx to sweet talk her down the aisle at the tender age of 21. The hood considered her lucky to be wifed by the infamous hood boss, but to her, her luck ran out when the lying, cheating, and outside drama began to invade their lives... -
![Come Get Your Clothes Out My House: A BBW Romance: An African American Romance by Bonnie Blanco]()
Come Get Your Clothes Out My House: A BBW Romance: An African American Romance by Bonnie Blanco
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsJream’s hustle paid off when Logic, a slick-talking businessman with deep pockets, scooped her up as the head stylist for his booming record label. From the jump, the chemistry between them burned hot—but so did the drama. What started as a whirlwind romance spiraled into four years of late-night arguments, shady excuses, and a gut feeling Jream couldn’t Something ain’t right... -
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First by Kimberly Stedronsky Adams
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsIt was 1990, and we were tying yellow ribbons around old oak trees. And we were waiting. The time I’d spent with Grant Butler was stolen. Each moment between us only fueled our need for each other. He was older, and forbidden by my parents. And then he was gone. Grant wrote to me from Saudi Arabia, and in his very first letter, he asked me to marry him... -
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Mine Again 2 by Charae Lewis
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsAn unexpected release has everyone in shambles. Bronx is home, and nobody is safe. A guilty conscience and betrayal plagues Yamesh while Bronx is riddled with confusion and rage. The life they’ve built has crumbled by one single action. Everyone has been put through a test that they’ve failed miserably. The actions of some have left relationships in ruins... -
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Bend the Pucking Rules by Rachel Leigh
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBend The Pucking Rules is the second book in the sexy and suspenseful Ice Lords Series. An Enemies to Lovers, Why-Choose, College Hockey Romance. I know too much and now, I’m paying the price. One secret shattered my world. Three boys wrecked my life. And one of them just might own my heart—if only he could remember... -
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You're My Little Secret 2 by Chenell Parker
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsBrooklyn went from being a naïve eighteen-year-old virgin to being the pregnant side chick of a soon to be married man. Dominic has always wanted to be a father and he’s excited that Brooklyn is making his dream a reality. Dominic loves Brooklyn but his history with his fiancée Kennedi has made it difficult to choose between the two... -
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Write Your Name by Courtney Irving
Rated: 4.52 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsLove doesn’t live here, but no lie, Sunny wishes it did. In her eyes, love is the beautiful rise of each day and the seduction of the night. Unfortunately, Sunny has had her heart broken one too many times to believe she’ll find her life-changing, soul-shaking romance. Outgoing, with a sweet disposition, don’t get her misunderstood... -
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The Assassins Series by Toni Aleo
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsNow all four novels and the companion novella are together in one can’t-miss eBook bundle:. TAKING SHOTS. TRYING TO SCORE. EMPTY NET. FALLING FOR THE BACKUP. BLUE LINES... -
![Stand Off by Kelsie Rae]()
Stand Off by Kelsie Rae
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsI never wanted to see Nathan again. Ever. One highly educational night with him in bed was all it took to hand over my v-card. Apparently, that was all it took to get him to move across the country without a backwards glance, too... -
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![Snapping the Ice: The Games We Play - Season 2 by Christie Gordon]()
Snapping the Ice: The Games We Play - Season 2 by Christie Gordon
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsI came for the contract. I stayed for a man who makes me disregard every rule I’ve ever known. Lucas Hopkins. I’ve given everything to hockey — skipped college, left friends behind, all for a shot at the pros and a spot next to my brother. The contract is within reach. No distractions. Then the PR team announces a shirtless calendar shoot to drum up buzz. I expect awkward poses and fake smiles... -
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Hot Shot by Kat Baxter
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Brace and Chase by Hinsel Meyer
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhat happens when rivals have to work together to earn their spot on the team back? SANTA. Charlie Heart is many things:. An annoyingly good hockey player. The man who the media has pitted me against our whole careers. My rival. The only person I truly hate in the world. And now apparently, my newest teammate... -
![The Pucking Arrangement by A.J. Summers]()
The Pucking Arrangement by A.J. Summers
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDmitri Sokolov doesn't lose control. Until his daughter’s nanny quits days before playoffs—and Erin O’Connor steps in to help. The Captain's baby sister. Too young. Too tempting. Too damn off-limits. But now she's in his home—close, distracting, and turning his world upside down. -
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Puck the Holidays by K.D. Miller
A holiday hockey romance that will make you laugh, swoon, clutch your pearls, and believe in holiday magic. Hattie McNamara, a southern girl born and bred, has never seen a hockey game in her life, but when the offer to become the Seattle Vipers’ new Assistant Director of Media and Marketing lands in her lap, she can’t possibly say no... -
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Xander: Part 2, The Present by Anne Mercier, Sara Eirew
Rated: 4.52 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIt's eleven years later, and we're still living separate lives. While I know she isn't comfortable with my lifestyle after everything she’s been through, I can't be without her anymore. I need her. She's my wife. She's my heartbeat. She's my every breath. She's my everything. I want to know every detail of her life. I want to be part of it all...
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