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Intrigued by Danger by Endiya Carter
Declan Danger has always gone along to get along, keeping his twenty-year relationship afloat. But his world flips upside down when his girlfriend insists on opening their relationship. In the midst of spiraling, he encounters the alluring Mistress Elle...Categorized as:
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![Keep You To Myself by BriAnn Danae]()
Keep You To Myself by BriAnn Danae
Chaotic peace was the only way Synovi Black could explain his life to those who had questions. He never understood why they asked because an answer was never given; it was none of their business. For her , he’d break it down, however. Weave through the complexities of his upbringing, urging her to get comfortable and reside in chaos by his side. His world became hers , and she became his... -
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![Fall with Me by Becka Mack]()
Fall with Me by Becka Mack
Jaxon Riley is exceptional at three things: starting fights on the ice, picking up women post-game, and going home to fulfill his role as the world’s best cat dad. Relationships, unfortunately, missed the list. Lennon Hayes is supposed to be on her honeymoon. Instead, she’s alone and single, vacationing next door to a surly tattooed man who ran his date off the resort... -
![Ethic 6 by Ashley Antoinette]()
Ethic 6 by Ashley Antoinette
The final book to the legendary Ethic series by Ashley Antoinette concludes the heart wrenching story of Ezra Okafor. Will he find forever with his one true love? Will Alani ever truly forgive Ethic, or are they destined to say goodbye? Will Morgan and Messiah repair their love before it's too late? Step into Ethic Land once more as Antoinette pens the greatest love story of this generation... -
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![At the End of It All by Rae Lyse]()
At the End of It All by Rae Lyse
Endings.Everyone and everything has one. They’re inevitable, right?At twenty-one, Ason 'Ace' Williams Jr. knows all about inevitable endings. He’s formerly famous, a popular rapper’s muse, the son of a three-time NBA champ, and a little... complicated . After a disturbing scandal and loss rocks his world, he’s left to deal with both in a city that doesn’t quite feel like home...Categorized as:
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![All The Smoke by T'Lyn]()
All The Smoke by T'Lyn
Solomon Tate lives by one rule, loyalty over everything and leads by example. Solomon takes care of his people and all he expects in return is for everyone on his team to remain solid. Anyone who refuses to show loyalty no longer earns his favor, family is not exempt.Kaori Randall embraces one concept. Love and be loved...Categorized as:
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![A Lover's Vow by Brenda Jackson]()
A Lover's Vow by Brenda Jackson
Rated: 4.71 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsShe's all he's ever wanted. He's everything she'll ever need. Business mogul Dalton Granger is as passionate as he is gorgeous, but private investigator Jules Bradshaw won't give him the time of day. She knows all about the youngest Granger brother—a charming bad boy whose only interest is playing the field...Categorized as:
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![Only for the Week by Natasha Bishop]()
Only for the Week by Natasha Bishop
You are cordially invited to the wedding of Amerie Cross and Arnold Hightower.And now a toast from the maid of honor, Janelle Cross!Hi everyone, thank you for being here.Some of you may know me as the sister of the bride.Some of you may know me as the ex-girlfriend of the groom.But I'm willing to bet none of you know me as the woman secretly sleeping with the best man.I am... -
![Wait For U by Shvonne Latrice]()
Wait For U by Shvonne Latrice
Things in life are never for certain, but one thing that will always be a constant is the love between star-crossed Couture and Khari.Couture Yates has always followed life's rules by the book, never once rebelling until she met Khari Compton. The handsome but tortured young boy who immediately stole her heart, only to misuse and abuse it time and time again...Categorized as:
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![Under the Influence by Kimberly Brown]()
Under the Influence by Kimberly Brown
Rated: 4.68 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsAlanis Kapri is living the American Dream. As the star quarterback of the Carolina Hurricanes, life is luxury. Unfortunately for Alanis, he’s considered the NFL’s problem child. One too many negative press runs have landed his head on the chopping block. He’s been given an clean up his act or be cut from the team. Reluctantly, Alanis agrees to the terms...Categorized as:
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![Hostile Takeover by Christina C. Jones]()
Hostile Takeover by Christina C. Jones
For Nalani Stark, legacy matters… maybe more than most things.Important enough that when that legacy — inextricably tied to her mother’s memory - is challenged, she’s forced to consider even the most undesirable options…Such as a match made in hell with Orion Sterling. The heir to the competitor she grew up being warned about.Orion is a man well-accustomed to getting exactly what he wants... -
![Let Me Hold You by Alexandria House]()
Let Me Hold You by Alexandria House
NBA player, Leland McClain, the baby of the McClain family, is tall, handsome, talented…and spoiled. He’s a man who gets what he wants, and what he wants is the lovely Kimberly Hampton. Kim Hampton is the director of a community center, a woman who lives to help others while trying to forget a troubling past. As far as she’s concerned, a relationship with any man is a horrible idea... -
![Love UnCharted by Love Belvin]()
Love UnCharted by Love Belvin
Love UnCharted – book 3 of the Love’s Improbable Possibility series: Rayna thought her life had been cautiously stabilized, in spite of losing her sole source of support. Azmir throws a monkey wrench in her world to include himself. However, not without Azmir exposing a few of his own imperfections. No matter what mistakes he makes, trying to secure a place in Rayna’s heart isn’t an easy feat...Categorized as:
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![Sinful Enforcer by Asia Monique]()
Sinful Enforcer by Asia Monique
Gaia WilsonI wanted nothing to do with him.His eyes were lifeless.His demeanor cold.His actions too harsh.Ricardo Carter wasn’t the kind of man you fell in love with, he was the kind you ran from.Ricardo “Rocco” CarterI wanted everything to do with her.Her eyes were full of life.Her demeanor soft.Her actions thoughtful...Categorized as:
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![A Madaris Bride for Christmas by Brenda Jackson]()
A Madaris Bride for Christmas by Brenda Jackson
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsHe refuses to get matched, but is about to stumble into his own trap… Don’t miss this reader favorite from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson. One by one, Madaris men have surrendered to the matchmaking schemes of Felicia Laverne Madaris, matriarch of the family. But Lee Madaris isn’t letting anyone else control his destiny... -
![Fire And Desire by Brenda Jackson]()
Fire And Desire by Brenda Jackson
Two years ago, geologist Corinthians Avery had brazenly sneaked into a hotel room to seduce Dex Madaris, head of Madaris Oil and the object of her affection. But the man who emerged from the shower to find her clod in next to nothing was handsome foreman Trevor Grant -- who informed her that Dex was not only absent from the trip -- but happily married...Categorized as:
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![I Want You Here by Monica Walters]()
I Want You Here by Monica Walters
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsWhile everyone in the family is finding love and starting families, Chad Berotte feels like his life is at a standstill. His job is stressful as ever because of an issue that reaches back over ten years, and his past situations regarding love have affected him negatively, losing his mother being the main one... -
![Cuffed by a Certified Maniac by Nek Mills]()
Cuffed by a Certified Maniac by Nek Mills
Breonna’s main focus is to remain focused as she navigates her way through her current relationship and her career as a daycare teacher. Betrayal turns her heart cold when she experiences the ultimate heartbreak.Jaseon has never felt a love deeper than one he has for his daughter. He will do anything to protect her at all cost. But, he quickly finds out that the cost may be his heart... -
![The Promise by Love Belvin]()
The Promise by Love Belvin
Ojasvi “Sin” Sinclair.Fast-forwarding three years after it was finally revealed, what’s in a name?Ashira now knows the man she once thought of as a felon laborer is far more than the task she’d bargained for. Yes, he’s a convicted felon who works in home-building... -
![Deacon by Tiya Rayne, Covers by Combs]()
Deacon by Tiya Rayne, Covers by Combs
Award winning, Bestselling, Author Tiya Rayne presents DeaconYeah, I know what they call me. Hell, I’ll be honest. I’m a criminal. Well, I use to be, but you know that saying, a leopard can’t change its spots. I’ve been out of the car theft business for years, ever since that one night when everything blew up. Since then, I’ve gone legit. Opened up a business and been on the right side of the law... -
![Never faking about you by Aubry J.]()
Never faking about you by Aubry J.
Lynx From the day we met, Fire Carlson and I have been in chaos. His constant jokes and witty remarks drive me crazy, and he knows it. We argue and fight, but there are two things I can’t our undeniable attraction and how he excels as a father. One heated interaction changes our lives, and suddenly, Fire needs my help... -
![Clear Water by Nina]()
Clear Water by Nina
Birthed from a beautiful ocean given by a rough tide with uncontrollable waves Two head on collusive bodies of water flooded with debris Through hard travels, sunny days, and even colder nights Birthed a new wave. Birthed a new life. Birthed a new embodiment of the ocean and its harsh waters. Made of pure love' conception through rhythmic deception. Another Porter. Clear Water...Categorized as:
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![Sinful Desire by Asia Monique]()
Sinful Desire by Asia Monique
Cian O'Sullivan Gianna Bianchi reminded me of everything I am not—polite and poised. The perfect mafia princess according to "old school" standards.She was the type of woman you stayed away from, the kind meant to wed the head of a family.I wanted her.I wanted to possess her.Control her.Most of all, I wanted to love her...Categorized as:
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![Love Redeemed by Love Belvin]()
Love Redeemed by Love Belvin
Love Redeemed – the conclusion of the of the Love’s Improbable Possibility series: Life’s complicated… Life’s not fair… All is fair in love and war… Find out in this riveting conclusion how Rayna reconciles her inability to trust and willingness to explore love in ways she thought she wasn’t worthy of. See love redeemed for someone who thought it was not in the cards... -
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![Mercy by Love Belvin]()
Mercy by Love Belvin
Ashira, a belle from the suburbs, is the wealthy acting CEO of her father’s booming building firm. That's when she’s not the dancer on the Gram and TikTok, dating the latest Black Hollywood shooting star.To her, Jas, a construction laborer, is a walking conundrum. He’s fruitlessly ambitious yet steadfast in his spiritual convictions. He’s enigmatic, well-read, regimented, and poor... -
![Winter's Eve Then, Now, & Always by A.E. Valdez]()
Winter's Eve Then, Now, & Always by A.E. Valdez
After walking away from everything he loved a decade ago, Winter King no longer recognizes the man he’s become, the man who tried burying the pain of his past underneath a billion dollar smile, women, and work... -
![Love UnExpected by Love Belvin]()
Love UnExpected by Love Belvin
Love UnExpected – book 2 of the Love’s Improbable Possibility series: Just when Rayna believed she had successfully settled her feet in Los Angeles, efficaciously eluding near-career demise, Azmir Jacobs has infiltrated her mind and world, and now is meticulously thawing her heart... -
![Twenty-four Three by K.C. Mills]()
Twenty-four Three by K.C. Mills
A shot in the dark.A mistaken identity.A undeniable attraction.An injured hitman finds himself depending on a stranger and for Carter Reed trust is not something he’s willing to extend. Unfortunately when it comes to McKenna Smith, Carter can either allow her to be his saving grace or risk loosing something more precious than trust…his life.Stakes are high... -
![Rhythm's Blues by Kimberly Brown]()
Rhythm's Blues by Kimberly Brown
Being the girlfriend of a successful rapper isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Rhythm Baker, a successful occupational therapist, held it down for Raheem, her boyfriend of three years, without much complaining. After moving across the country to support his career and their relationship, Rhythm has grown increasingly uncomfortable with Raheem's inappropriate behavior and inflated ego...Categorized as:
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![Inseparable by Brenda Jackson]()
Inseparable by Brenda Jackson
Rated: 4.45 of 5 stars · 22 ratingsLiving with his best friend is about to kindle a fire… Don’t miss this reader favorite from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson. Living under Reese Madaris’s roof makes LaKenna James the envy of every woman in town. But Reese’s offer of a place to stay is strictly platonic—just until Kenna’s new condo is completed... -
![Show Me Your Scars by Kami Holt]()
Show Me Your Scars by Kami Holt
This is a Re-Release! Please be advised that this book was previously released under the same title.After the loss of his mother, Jah'Shun and his brother are sent to live with their aunt. Blood doesn’t always make you family and they learn this lesson the hard way. Resigned to endure his pain quietly, Jah'Shun finds unexpected refuge in his new neighbor...Categorized as:
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![Bittersweet by Christina C. Jones]()
Bittersweet by Christina C. Jones
Rated: 4.68 of 5 stars · 13 ratings...Categorized as:
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![Christmas Bully by K Nicole]()
Christmas Bully by K Nicole
An unexpected snow storm hits Law Grove on Christmas Eve and hustler, Kasim Davis has to find temporary shelter until it blows over. His shelter happens to belong to Sneaux, a single business woman who just stepped out to grab a few items before the storm turned for the worse... -
![Save Me by Tiffany Patterson]()
Save Me by Tiffany Patterson
DaeShe saved me on the worst day of my life. Now it’s time to make her mine. I’ve spent ten years recreating myself into a man deserving of Kennedy Townsend. I’m no longer the poor, illegitimate son of a wealthy man who refused to even acknowledge my presence.For years, I’ve watched her from afar, waited, and even manipulated businesses to grant her the career opportunities she deserved... -
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![Love Delivered (Waiting to Breathe ) by Love Belvin]()
Love Delivered (Waiting to Breathe ) by Love Belvin
His secret is uncovered and motives are disclosed. So now what? Will Stenton get the favorable results he plotted years ago? Or will he have caused his own exile from Zoey’s love? Her life charted an alternate journey because of unexpected circumstances. Now that Zoey has put together the pieces, how will she navigate Stenton’s obstacles? Find out in Love Delivered...Categorized as:
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![My Choice Is You by Mel Dau]()
My Choice Is You by Mel Dau
Covina Hurley has lived a privileged life as the daughter of a retired major league baseball player. With privilege comes shelter, and with shelter comes ignorance to many life experiences. When she makes the choice to open herself up to new experiences, she never thought that love would be one of them...Categorized as:
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![Let Me Love You by Alexandria House]()
Let Me Love You by Alexandria House
Trying to put past hurts behind you is hard when your ex is a fool, but buoyed by child support and alimony, Jo Walker is moving forward with her life, pursuing a career, raising her little girl, and trying to live in peace. She believes she has all the bases covered in her world... -
![Bane by Brenda Jackson]()
Bane by Brenda Jackson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsNew York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson's last Westmoreland bachelor is a navy SEAL on a mission to protect the woman who got away… After five years, navy SEAL Brisbane Westmoreland is back home on his ranch and ready to reclaim the woman he left behind. But when he tracks her to Dallas, he's in for a shock...Categorized as:
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![Implied Consent by K.C. Mills]()
Implied Consent by K.C. Mills
Gray Jordan, former Chargers quarterback and franchise player, learned a lot of tough lessons throughout his career. However, the worst of all was that no amount of money and fame can protect your heart. After a very public scandal, he quietly walked away from the one thing he loved the most: football... -
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Psalm by Tatum James
Psalm Reign is the IT specialist for his family’s online brokering business. When his brother is shot and sent home under 24-hour nursing supervision, he moves in to assist with caring for his brother and watching his back. As handsome and successful as Psalm is, he’s always been more into gaming and computers than the fairer sex... -
![Oops! by Alexandra Warren]()
Oops! by Alexandra Warren
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 20 ratings"As if sleeping with the enemy wasn't disastrous enough..." For Camryn Cox, living a private, purpose-driven, drama-free life is a top priority. And in her opinion, Maverick Woods represents everything opposite of that.He's social media-famous, ultra fine, and completely irresponsible, making him something like the enemy as far as Camryn is concerned... -
![STONE: Her Ruthless Enforcer: 50 Loving States, North Carolina by Theodora Taylor]()
STONE: Her Ruthless Enforcer: 50 Loving States, North Carolina by Theodora Taylor
My ruthless enforcer is broken, dangerous, and determined to claim me…The first time I meet Stone Ferraro, it’s hate at first sight, and then he kidnaps me. On his mafia boss’s orders, but still...not a great first impression.The second time I meet him, he calls me a derogatory name, and I knee him in the balls. Not exactly the sweet social worker look I was going for, but hey, it had to be done...Categorized as:
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![Roomie, Lover, Friend: A New Hope Novel by Shon]()
Roomie, Lover, Friend: A New Hope Novel by Shon
BLAIR BELLAMY’s luck for the past year has been tenuous, at best. Nothing is going right. She lost her job, her relationship and now, her housing.She needs something—just one thing—to go right. And when she downloads the Roomie app, she thinks she’s headed in the right direction. That’s until…ELIJAH CUNNINGHAM’s life is simple...Categorized as:
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![Recipe for Temptation by Maureen Smith]()
Recipe for Temptation by Maureen Smith
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsWhen secret fantasies become sizzling reality... Reese St. James desperately needs a break from her demanding career, and a two-month sabbatical in Atlanta seems like the perfect escape. Days after her arrival, she’s stunned to find herself face to face with Michael Wolf. Tall, dark and mouthwatering, the sexy celebrity chef has played a starring role in all her secret fantasies...Categorized as:
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![Let Me Free You by Alexandria House]()
Let Me Free You by Alexandria House
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsNeil McClain is the screw-up, the one everyone hopes will win but expects to lose. He wants to live a better life, one that his late mother would be proud of, but his belief in himself is weak. Sage Moniba is in need of a major miracle or she’ll be forced to give up the only life she’s known. Neil is searching for freedom from the demons of his past. Sage is in desperate need of help... -
![For the Night (A Sun Series Bonus Story) by Rae Lyse]()
For the Night (A Sun Series Bonus Story) by Rae Lyse
Still reeling from a messy divorce, kindergarten teacher Venus Thibodeaux is on a self-proclaimed healing journey and adamant that she’s done with love. She’s determined to move on from her toxic past with a fresh start in a new city, but starting over isn’t as easy as it sounds.Anthony “Nuney” Nunez is young...Categorized as:
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![Behind The Scenes by Christina C. Jones]()
Behind The Scenes by Christina C. Jones
Perfect.Privileged.Strong.Spoiled.Uptight.Useless.If there’s any one thing Pierre and Logan have in common, it’s their ability to invite snap judgements based on shallow views of who they are.Logan is the privileged only daughter of a respected family whose legacy runs long and deep... -
![My Heart's Reflection of You by T'Lyn]()
My Heart's Reflection of You by T'Lyn
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsNevaeh Chapel’s life was picture perfect. A loving family, great job, and a doting boyfriend; one would think that she had it all together from the outside looking in. She thought she had it all together too, until she crossed paths with a loose cannon that was the epitome of the phrase.Kaleb “Cannon” Barnes had one belief that he didn’t comprise My life, my rules...Categorized as:
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![A Risqué Engagement by Stephanie Nicole Norris]()
A Risqué Engagement by Stephanie Nicole Norris
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsOn the surface, Corinne Thomas has the world at her fingertips. As a stewardess for one of the largest airlines, Corinne travels the globe, gaining a glimpse of what most people only fantasize about. Adventurous by nature, her daring persona allows her the freedom to take risks and live her life, at times, in complete anonymity...Categorized as:
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![Fumble Into Forever by Elle Madearis]()
Fumble Into Forever by Elle Madearis
Bryce PrescottThere was only one thing on my mind this football season. Revenge. Last season, my number one wide receiver had patted me on the back, then walked away with my fiancée. I’d become the laughingstock of the entire sports world, with my face being splashed across gossip sites. As I watched my ex, Shaunie, walk down the aisle to Vick, I vowed everybody was going to pay...Categorized as:
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