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The Promises We Make by L.M. Dalgleish
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAll it takes to change everything is a bottle of tequila and a game of truth or dare...I’m living the dream.Seven years after moving to LA with my cousin Beau, the two of us are reaping the rewards of being the lead guitarist and bassist for one of the fastest rising rock bands in the world.The only thing missing is the girl we left behind. Our best friend, Shae... -
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Omega's Midlife Love by Lacey Daize
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDavid postponed his dreams to raise his daughter, but now it's time to follow them again.David always wanted to be a private chef, but when he had his daughter right out of high school he set those ambitions aside to be a single papa. However, now that she's grown and has a mate of her own, he's decided that it's time to make his dreams come true...Categorized as:
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![Sworn Oath by Shea Balik]()
Sworn Oath by Shea Balik
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLong ago, Karsyn Vogt had accepted he wasn’t destined to have the family he’d always imagined. After losing the Omega he’d sworn to protect, he’d thrown himself into solving cold cases with the Hartland PD. But fate had a way of making the impossible possible once again when he met Jonah Klein. Despite their twenty year age difference, Karsyn was captivated by the Omega... -
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Cherry Pie Charm by Leyla Hunt
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPop my cherry pie!Alpha Easton's life seems complete and stable. He has a satisfying career as a lawyer, fighting for the 'little guy', and he's perfectly happy spending his free time with friends with the occasional fling thrown in. Nevertheless, he agrees to attend a pie and bachelor auction with his buddy, Christopher, because it's for a great cause... -
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![Falling for Autumn by Chloe Gunter, Jarica James]()
Falling for Autumn by Chloe Gunter, Jarica James
If you told me I’d end up in handcuffs my first night back home in Holiday Hollow I’d have called you crazy.Coming back to take over my family’s orchard, especially as an omega on my own, means I have one hell of a legacy to live up to. I guess it’s a good thing I’ve got the sweet pumpkin farmer next door and local handyman on my side...Categorized as:
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Redeemed by April Wilson
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsRedeemed is part of the McIntyre Security Bodyguard series, but it can be read standalone. It's a full-length novel with a guaranteed HEA.AnnieTen years ago, I made the biggest mistake of my lifeAnd I’ve paid the price every day since then, both in body and spiritNow I’m desperate, and the only man who can save me is the one I betrayed so long ago.I don’t deserve his forgiveness...Categorized as:
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![Alpha Brock by C.J. Primer]()
Alpha Brock by C.J. Primer
SIX-PACK SERIES BOOK FOUR* While this book can be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading books 1 - 3 (Alpha Gray, Alpha Theo, and Alpha Jax) for context before starting in on this one.* This book is a slow burn with a very moody, broody protagonist (grumpy/sunshine trope). It will be a bumpy ride for these two to get to their HEA...Categorized as:
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Rapture by Quinn Loftis
Rated: 4.32 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsTriktapic, the deadly dark elf assassin, has been restored by the Forest Lords to his rightful place as king of the Elven realm. Now, he must face his former comrades as he attempts to stop Lorsan, king of the dark elves, from enslaving the human race. Lorsan has already begun distributing Rapture, the irresistible drink that destroys those who unknowingly become addicted to it... -
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Ignited by Anastasia Wilde
Rated: 4.78 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsTen years ago, they saved each other's lives.Then she disappeared.But fate has brought them back together...Boomer, explosives and weapons expert, is fine with his life as an Outlaw Ridge operative: illegal missions, daring rescues, and blowing stuff up. But when a woman from his distant past shows up asking for his help, it all threatens to come crashing down...Categorized as:
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![Requiem for Love by K. Alex Walker]()
Requiem for Love by K. Alex Walker
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAll Joel has to do is one simple thing.Make sure he never dies. Joel Lattimore has tried to avoid Ayesha Savea.Keep her at arm's length.Deny fate.Shield his heart.He's raw from his divorce.She's a single mother of two boys who's devoted her life to them after the devastating loss of their father...Categorized as:
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Justice Ascending by Rebecca Zanetti
Before surviving the Scorpius bacterium, Tace Justice was a good ole Texas cowboy who served his country and loved his mama. After Scorpius, the world became dark, dangerous, and deadly—and so did he. The Vanguard medic is stronger, faster, and smarter than before, but he’s lost the line between right and wrong...Categorized as:
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![The Silent Alpha: The World of Ivory by Stephanie Light]()
The Silent Alpha: The World of Ivory by Stephanie Light
Rated: 4.54 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe beloved luna is on the run.Moments after finding out she is finally pregnant, Natalia walks in on the ultimate betrayal — her fated mate in bed with her own sister. Crushed by what she discovers, Natalia decides to keep her pregnancy a secret, quietly accepting divorce and her mate’s rejection. But when her ex-husband finds out the truth, he is determined to bring his Luna and his heir home...Categorized as:
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Double Heat by Marie Mackay
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![The Alpha's Promise by Renee Rose]()
The Alpha's Promise by Renee Rose
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsWhen one Alpha makes a promise to another, his word is bond. Still, when Cody promises the Denver pack alpha he’ll rescue his sister-in-law from danger, he doesn’t account for the mayhem the tightly-wound human female will bring to his life. He has no idea how to survive with her under his roof when he finds her scent so incredibly delectable... -
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Inferno by Amara Rae
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsA witch with the gift of fire. A berserker bred in brutality. An immortal world on the brink.WillowI’ll do anything to protect my coven… even if it costs my life. We have far too many enemies, including among our own kind, because our fathers weren’t human. Witches aren’t supposed to mate other immortals.As a coven of hybrids, we have to work twice as hard to survive...Categorized as:
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Shifting Winter by Minerva Howe
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsJohn Leahy had no idea how he became a werewolf, but there's one thing he does know. He's struggling with everything from fitting into the wolf community up in the high mountains of Utah to controlling his shifting. John wants to fit in, to find a home, but most of all, he wants to impress pack co-leader Keegan...Categorized as:
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Kane by Callie Rhodes
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSomething strange is happening in the woods…If there’s one thing Tabitha Dunn’s followers love, it’s a mystery. For years, she’s built a loyal fan base chasing down answers others have been too afraid to search for. But this time, as she enters the wilderness surrounding alpha territory, the only thing she discovers is trouble...Categorized as:
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Nutmeg Spiced Omega by Susi Hawke
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsThe first rule of business is that you don’t mix it with pleasure. But if you do get involved with your business partner? Try not to knock him up… it goofs up the dividends. Tired of the playboy lifestyle, Gabe Smythe is ready for change. To start his new life, he’s come to Hollydale with one goal—to reunite with his long-lost brother, Rafe... -
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Arrow by Fel Fern
Rated: 4.31 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsTwo shifter groups fighting for dominance. One headstrong wolf and his protective biker bear caught in the crossfire. Adam Moore has caught the unwanted attention of a monster. It’s the last thing Adam needs. His number one priority is keeping his father’s struggling bookstore afloat. When the situation worsens, Adam has no choice but to ask for a certain biker bear’s help...Categorized as:
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![Vanilla Spiced Omega by Susi Hawke]()
Vanilla Spiced Omega by Susi Hawke
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 12 ratings”Shane is my stepbrother; he's family and strictly off-limits.” Shane Prescott is a fun-loving omega with a knack for landing in trouble. He prides himself on efficiently running the waitstaff at his brother’s restaurant, Kamasouptra. Between his brother-slash-bestie, Keith, and his dog, Rocky, Shane doesn’t need anything else to make him happy... -
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The Dragon's Tattoo by Roxie Ray
Rated: 4.09 of 5 stars · 33 ratingsThe clan won’t let me love a human. I’m the alpha of my dragon shifter clan, but I am bound by duty.It doesn’t matter that Skye’s my fated mate. My clan won't accept a human.She was my best friend when we were young.I’ve loved her since I was a teenager.And I’ve done my best to keep my distance, for the good of the clan.Enough is enough.I want Skye as my mate.They won’t accept her...Categorized as:
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A Stop in Time by R.C. Boldt
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsUSA Today bestselling author RC Boldt brings readers an intriguing paranormal romantic suspense in A Stop in Time... I’ve been an outcast my whole life. If my scars don’t scare people off, my attitude certainly will. I don’t know what I am or how I got the power to stop time. What I do know is, there are far too many questions I need answers to... -
![The Boss by Abigail Owen]()
The Boss by Abigail Owen
Finn Conleth leads his team of enforcer dragon shifters with an iron fist and a cold heart. Every dragon seeks his destined mate, but the process to turn the woman he once thought was his killed her and devastated him. He will never risk his heart again. His team is his family now. When his body eventually gives out, he’ll leave, living his last days alone...Categorized as:
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![Nesting for His Omega by Lorelei M. Hart]()
Nesting for His Omega by Lorelei M. Hart
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsQuinn Aster has been my best friend since forever. He loves Oliver Creek and while we’ve lived in separate parts of the country since college, he encouraged me to come to his town. He thinks I came all this way for a business opportunity but really…I’m here for him. I’ve always loved Aster but never had the guts to tell him. Now is my my chance...Categorized as:
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![Legion : Skin Walkers book 20 by Susan Bliler]()
Legion : Skin Walkers book 20 by Susan Bliler
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsShe’s his hostage…and his mate!Brooklyn Ami is shocked to learn that she’s sick. Not just sick, she’s terminal. Dominant Skin Walker, Monroe StoneCrow, has devised a plan to save her. Monroe claims to have found her Skin Walker mate, and he intends to pair them in the hopes that the Walker DNA that spares Skin Walkers from illness and disease will provide Brooklyn the same protections...Categorized as:
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Henry by Harley Wylde
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRaya -- Elias kidnapped me nearly a decade ago and used me for his awful experiments. His goal: to create a superior race. How could that possibly go wrong? Now I’m no longer fully human and I’ve lived a life in hell. But I adore my two kids, no matter how they were conceived. I thought we’d die before we ever found freedom, but it arrived in the most unexpected way...Categorized as:
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Alan by Harley Wylde
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJolene – My life wasn’t perfect, but I didn’t have any real complaints -- until something went horribly wrong and one of my potions blew up, killing my husband. Raising our son on my own hasn’t been easy. Grief and guilt keep getting in my way. But a certain biker keeps stopping by to lend a helping hand...Categorized as:
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Caught by Claire Cullen
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsRafael is about to betray his oldest friends. Traveling to the Cove under the guise of friendship, Rafe is there for one reason and one reason only— to steal a siren. Drawn to Skye from the moment their eyes meet, he finds himself torn, but there are no good choices here. You're supposed to run away from a predator not toward them. Raised among humans, Skye isn’t a typical siren... -
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Remnanix by Luna May
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsHave you ever had a dream where it felt so real, that it leaves you questioning reality when you wake up? Yeah, well…welcome to my world.After almost dying like a noob in my last boss fight and having serious heart to hearts with NPC’s, the wires between reality and fantasy are starting to blur...
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