Wives Tales Series by Lara Santiago

In the year 2076, the Tiberius Group invades all aspects of society, taking over and implementing a new plan for the good of all U.S. citizens, especially the females. Hannah Brent is sent via cryo-freeze tube on a cargo spaceship to a moon orbiting Mars. There, she is auctioned off to a Thorium-Z miner. Thomas 'Brutal' Blackthorn only needs a wife temporarily for sexual release purposes until he finishes mining his claim... moreIn the year 2076, the Tiberius Group invades all aspects of society, taking over and implementing a new plan for the good of all U.S. citizens, especially the females. Hannah Brent is sent via cryo-freeze tube on a cargo spaceship to a moon orbiting Mars. There, she is auctioned off to a Thorium-Z miner. Thomas 'Brutal' Blackthorn only needs a wife temporarily for sexual release purposes until he finishes mining his claim. Then he'll be rich enough to marry the wealthy heiress waiting for him on earth. He didn't expect the fiery Hannah to conquer his heart. Brutal turns out to be the first man in Hannah's life to have any respect for her or her desires. He allows her to follow her dream even at his own expense. Will she ever want to leave him, since theirs is only a temporary arrangement? Genre: Erotic Futuristic [contains graphic sexual content and adult language]Length:  Novel (38,000 words)   "With intriguing plots, sassy heroines, scrumptious heroes, and scorch-your-fingertips sex, Lara Santiago's Wives Tales books should be on every reader's must-have list." —Leslie Kelly, Award Winning Author 5 Stars: WINNER: Ecataromance 2006 Reviewers' Choice Award. "The Miner's Wife is a story that will capture your attention and keep it. With an intriguing plot, engaging characters and explosive sex, this story has it all. Hannah and Brutal are highly combustible, enjoying their sexual escapades and explorations. The pace of this story is just right. With a little danger from Brutal's nemesis and a surprise from Hannah's past, you won't find one minute of boredom is this story. Add this one to your must read list and keep on the lookout for the other Wives Tales!" —Trang, Ecataromance 5 Angels: "Lara Santiago has created a wonderful story mixed with futuristic elements, uncertainty of ones emotions, and a splash of danger from an evil miner. The chemistry between Brutal and Hannah is explosive, mind-blowing, and quite tantalizing to say the least. As the plot intensifies, readers will be pleased with a couple of surprises along the way. The Miner’s Wife is a wonderful story about finding love when and where you aren’t looking for it!" —Jessica, Fallen Angel Reviews 5 Hot Tattoos: "The Miner’s Wife by Lara Santiago is a great book. I love the premise and plot. I could not put the book down. There is action, suspense, and romance all combined to make a reader’s heart race. The well developed characters grow as the story progresses. The racy love scenes between Hannah and Brutal leave little to the imagination. An instant attraction bonds these two lovers and propels them into a sensual world of desire and passion. I would gladly live on another planet for a man like Brutal. Ms. Santiago has created a vivid futuristic story for the romantic. I can not wait for her next work." —Ophelia, Erotic-Escapades 4.5 Hearts: The Romance Studio 2006 CAPA Nominee. "This book is a never-ending adventure, and readers will find themselves wrapped up in the drama that Brutal and Hannah create. The love scenes are so hot, the pages almost burn with the heat. This is the first book I have read by Lara Santiago and Siren Publishing. I can certainly say that I will be on the lookout for more of this author's work in the future. less

In the year 2076, the Tiberius Group invades all aspects of society, taking over and implementing a new plan for the good of all U.S. citizens, especially the females.---- Sophie Brent loses her job at Westland Industries and is put up for auction in a corporate venue of former peers. She's the record high bid and soon-to-be-bride of the worst lecher in the company, until her boss outbids all and saves her.----- Matt Westland spends a fortune to marry his former employee, Sophie... moreIn the year 2076, the Tiberius Group invades all aspects of society, taking over and implementing a new plan for the good of all U.S. citizens, especially the females.---- Sophie Brent loses her job at Westland Industries and is put up for auction in a corporate venue of former peers. She's the record high bid and soon-to-be-bride of the worst lecher in the company, until her boss outbids all and saves her.----- Matt Westland spends a fortune to marry his former employee, Sophie. He has wanted her since a delicious incident under the mistletoe at Christmas. Secretly in love with him, Sophie is an all-too-willing partner in Matt's passionate seduction, and the two fall madly in love.---- Unfortunately, Matt's power-hungry father will stop at nothing to get rid of Sophie and find a more politically connected wife to ensure that his son becomes the next president of the United States. less

In 2078, two years after the Tiberius Group's take over, women are adjusting to the new laws that make them virtual property of the men who marry them. Grace Maitland desperately needs to be bid on at the public auction to avoid losing her daughter Emma, the only thing that matters in her life. Interstellar Federal Lawman Jonathan Brent never expected to marry. However, seeing the troubled young woman who has haunted his many dreams up for bid at an auction makes him overrule his common sense... moreIn 2078, two years after the Tiberius Group's take over, women are adjusting to the new laws that make them virtual property of the men who marry them. Grace Maitland desperately needs to be bid on at the public auction to avoid losing her daughter Emma, the only thing that matters in her life. Interstellar Federal Lawman Jonathan Brent never expected to marry. However, seeing the troubled young woman who has haunted his many dreams up for bid at an auction makes him overrule his common sense. He buys a wife for the pittance of ten dollars. Having a ready-made family is surprisingly heartwarming after the life Jon has led, but Emma's biological father, a sexual vampire released from prison after the testimony of his only accuser Grace is overturned, now demands custody of a child he's never seen. Jonathan puts his impeccable Lawman's career at stake and goes on the run to protect Emma and keep Grace safe. [Erotic Sci-Fi: Contains graphic sexual content and adult language.] less

THE MERCENARY'S WIFE The Wives Tales 4] Futuristic]: Tyler Blackthorn's treacherous thirteenth wife drugs his food on their wedding night and initiates a sexual encounter he barely remembers. The vital information she possesses about his past saves her from his ultimate wrath. When Valentina goes missing, Veronica Moorehouse will stop at nothing to find her younger sister, even if it means incurring the lifetime fury of an unforgiving mercenary... moreTHE MERCENARY'S WIFE The Wives Tales 4] Futuristic]: Tyler Blackthorn's treacherous thirteenth wife drugs his food on their wedding night and initiates a sexual encounter he barely remembers. The vital information she possesses about his past saves her from his ultimate wrath. When Valentina goes missing, Veronica Moorehouse will stop at nothing to find her younger sister, even if it means incurring the lifetime fury of an unforgiving mercenary. Their quest becomes a flight of survival when an assassin bent on killing elite Tiberius officials implicates them in the plot-Tyler because he's one of a handful skilled enough to have pulled the trigger and Veronica because a secret witness places her with the elusive hired gun. From an abandoned genetics lab in the Colorado Rockies to the big sky country of Montana, Tyler and Veronica must work together to prove their individual innocence. But only one of them is innocent. ***** 5 Flags: "Lara Santiago has done it again Fourth in her Wives series, she packs enough raw sex and sweat popping heat to set off a heat wave. This one is a keeper High marks all around " --Euro-Reviews *** 4.5 Kisses: "If you are a fan of Ms. Santiago's Wives Tales, this fourth installment will not disappoint you. Ms. Santiago wrote a multi-layered thriller that kept me glued to the edge of my seat until the last word It isn't until almost the end that characters from the previous three books spill into this storyline. The Mercenary's Wife is a brilliant story with many complex twists and turns. Thank you, Ms. Santiago, for creating a futuristic world where nothing is black and white. The depth of these characters creates a lot of fuel for thought as we quicklydiscover that the Tiberian world consists of multi-faceted characters displaying a wide spectrum of actions and reactions. In my opinion, The Mercenary's Wife is the best of all four Wives Tales. If you enjoy intelligent futuristic adventures that plumb the depths of human emotion, run and buy this book today " --Two Lips Reviews *** 4.5 Blue Ribbons: "Lara Santiago weaves a plot of futuristic adventure with all of the classic plot twists. Veronica is the brave heroine and this woman isn't afraid to do what it takes to get what she wants. Tyler is dangerous, but also has a soft side that will make you melt. The two make an explosive couple and together are pure dynamite. I have read all of the books in the Wives Tales series and even though you don't have to read them to follow this tale, I would recommend it." -Angel, Romance Junkies less