Harlequin Presents, Series by Robyn Donald

His was a terrible vengeance Alannah's thoughtlessness when she was sixteen had caused an accident with tragic consequences. Then, three years later, when she'd finally come to terms with the past, she was painfully reminded of her guilt. Nicholas Challoner, haunted, brooding for his dead wife and unborn child, was not a man to forget--or to forgive. He demanded a retribution that only Alannah could pay. And the elaborate web he had woven as part of his revenge left her no way out!

She never wanted a reconciliation Six years ago Catlin Loring had stumbled on her husband in bed with another woman. Shattered, she'd fled New Zealand and begun a new life in Australia. Now, forced to return to Conal for a favor, she was surprised to discover he wanted her back. "All's fair in love and war," he said. "This is both. I'll use any trick I can to get you into my bed... moreShe never wanted a reconciliation Six years ago Catlin Loring had stumbled on her husband in bed with another woman. Shattered, she'd fled New Zealand and begun a new life in Australia. Now, forced to return to Conal for a favor, she was surprised to discover he wanted her back. "All's fair in love and war," he said. "This is both. I'll use any trick I can to get you into my bed." But she was determined not to surrender her heart to a man--however persuasive and irresistible--who would never be satisfied with merely one woman. less

A dream of love--lost and betrayed Merrin had vowed she would shed no more tears for Blase or for the life they might have had together. Six years ago his distrust had driven her into an empty marriage on the rebound that had ended tragically. Since then, she had lived a widow's lonely life, burying herself in her job as assistant to a famous author... moreA dream of love--lost and betrayed Merrin had vowed she would shed no more tears for Blase or for the life they might have had together. Six years ago his distrust had driven her into an empty marriage on the rebound that had ended tragically. Since then, she had lived a widow's lonely life, burying herself in her job as assistant to a famous author. Now her work had made meeting Blase inevitable, and even though she thought she couldn't face the cruelty of his loveless eyes, Merrin knew she would never fully live again until she did.... less

Passion or hatred--which was stronger? From the moment she first met heartless, handsome Kyle Beringer, Arminel was overwhelmed by conflicting emotions. Kyle was convinced Arminel's engagement to his brother Rhys was not a union of two lovers. In fact, he assumed she was a gold-digging little tramp, interested only in the Beringer fortune. He did everything he could to make it clear her presence on the family's New Zealand sheep station was an unwelcome intrusion... morePassion or hatred--which was stronger? From the moment she first met heartless, handsome Kyle Beringer, Arminel was overwhelmed by conflicting emotions. Kyle was convinced Arminel's engagement to his brother Rhys was not a union of two lovers. In fact, he assumed she was a gold-digging little tramp, interested only in the Beringer fortune. He did everything he could to make it clear her presence on the family's New Zealand sheep station was an unwelcome intrusion. But his eyes gave him away. They flamed with violent desire that Arminel was powerless to resist. less

Bound to each other by passion ... Eliot Buchanan was outraged to think that his late uncle's mistress would inherit a large share of the family's New Zealand estate. And as executor of the will he planned to do everything in his power to contest her claim. For the most part Tiffany could understand Eliot's obvious contempt for her. But she was confused by the passionate desire he was capable of arousing in her... moreBound to each other by passion ... Eliot Buchanan was outraged to think that his late uncle's mistress would inherit a large share of the family's New Zealand estate. And as executor of the will he planned to do everything in his power to contest her claim. For the most part Tiffany could understand Eliot's obvious contempt for her. But she was confused by the passionate desire he was capable of arousing in her. Suddenly it became overwhelmingly important that Eliot learn the truth about his uncle--even if it meant jeopardizing her own happiness. less

She was bewildered by her own reaction Clary couldn't deny the attraction that flamed between herself and Morgan Caird when they met in England. But she didn't believe in love at first sight. Neither did she believe that a powerful, experienced man like Morgan would be permanently affected in the same way. So she refused to have anything to do with him and hurried home to New Zealand. Morgan proved her wrong... moreShe was bewildered by her own reaction Clary couldn't deny the attraction that flamed between herself and Morgan Caird when they met in England. But she didn't believe in love at first sight. Neither did she believe that a powerful, experienced man like Morgan would be permanently affected in the same way. So she refused to have anything to do with him and hurried home to New Zealand. Morgan proved her wrong. His pursuit was relentless, unavoidable, seductive--though she kept on fighting him. It took a long time for Clary to realize it was herself she was fighting-and that their love was real. less

Her response to him was frightening... Venetia had felt desire before. The result? Such a disastrous marriage that she felt she wanted never to experience desire again. And she hadn't--until now. Ryan Fraine, famous documentary filmmaker, was in New Zealand to set up a new television station. From the moment they met, Venetia, herself a TV reporter, knew this man could make her suffer as she never had before. So she shied away from his blazing sensuality... moreHer response to him was frightening... Venetia had felt desire before. The result? Such a disastrous marriage that she felt she wanted never to experience desire again. And she hadn't--until now. Ryan Fraine, famous documentary filmmaker, was in New Zealand to set up a new television station. From the moment they met, Venetia, herself a TV reporter, knew this man could make her suffer as she never had before. So she shied away from his blazing sensuality. Yet there was something else, something in the very core of her soul that wouldn't permit escape.... less

"You'll be quite safe with me." Initially these simple words comforted Cressida, narrowly saved from the terrifying storm at sea that had taken her father's life. Physically and emotionally she needed the security of her rescuer, Luke Scrivener's New Zealand homestead and his powerful broad shoulders to lean on. But once surrounded by Luke's calm, immovable strength, Cressida, after years of being cloistered and controlled by her father, instinctively rebelled... more"You'll be quite safe with me." Initially these simple words comforted Cressida, narrowly saved from the terrifying storm at sea that had taken her father's life. Physically and emotionally she needed the security of her rescuer, Luke Scrivener's New Zealand homestead and his powerful broad shoulders to lean on. But once surrounded by Luke's calm, immovable strength, Cressida, after years of being cloistered and controlled by her father, instinctively rebelled. It would be far too easy to become dependent once again--dependent, powerless and possessed by the magnetism of this vital man. less

It was hard to keep a distance between them Because her late husband had made no secret of his hatred for Quinn Fraser, Camilla had tried to keep away from the man. But Quinn Fraser was an arrogant, superior aristocrat-not the sort to respond to that sort of treatment. He was used to taking what he wanted. And it appeared he wanted Camilla. However hard she fought the attraction between them, she knew that the end result was inevitable... moreIt was hard to keep a distance between them Because her late husband had made no secret of his hatred for Quinn Fraser, Camilla had tried to keep away from the man. But Quinn Fraser was an arrogant, superior aristocrat-not the sort to respond to that sort of treatment. He was used to taking what he wanted. And it appeared he wanted Camilla. However hard she fought the attraction between them, she knew that the end result was inevitable. Perhaps she should just give in and save herself the struggle..... less

Women fell for Matt Duncan like ninepins Lora, however, had no intention of being added to the throng. "I wouldn't have Matt Duncan," she said, "if he were delivered to me on a plate, with an apple in his mouth and a bottle of French champagne." After all, she had reason enough to dislike the man before she even met him--he was responsible for hounding her half-brother out of the country. Matt was a dangerous man to cross. And, as Lora soon realized, a stunningly attractive one....

His intentions couldn't be honorable... "I find you profoundly, shatteringly attractive," Blaize Stephenson told Oriel. But what on earth could a man with his success and money see in a gawky primary schoolteacher with an inferiority complex? Oriel didn't doubt that Blaize might be intrigued by her, but certainly not on a long-term basis. And Oriel wasn't prepared to be a rich man's passing fancy. Extricating herself from Blaize's grasp was more complicated than she expected... moreHis intentions couldn't be honorable... "I find you profoundly, shatteringly attractive," Blaize Stephenson told Oriel. But what on earth could a man with his success and money see in a gawky primary schoolteacher with an inferiority complex? Oriel didn't doubt that Blaize might be intrigued by her, but certainly not on a long-term basis. And Oriel wasn't prepared to be a rich man's passing fancy. Extricating herself from Blaize's grasp was more complicated than she expected. The fact that she'd fallen in love with him didn't help.... less

Kathy had been warned "The man's light years ahead of you in sophistication, and a hell of a lot tougher than you'll ever be." That might have been the case when Kathy Townsend was an unworldly girl of eighteen, on her own in Auckland and overwhelmed and flattered by the attention of the great Andre Hunter. Then, her head had been filled with romantic dreams. It certainly wasn't true now... moreKathy had been warned "The man's light years ahead of you in sophistication, and a hell of a lot tougher than you'll ever be." That might have been the case when Kathy Townsend was an unworldly girl of eighteen, on her own in Auckland and overwhelmed and flattered by the attention of the great Andre Hunter. Then, her head had been filled with romantic dreams. It certainly wasn't true now. Kathy had made a good life for her daughter and herself and she wasn't going to let a ghost from the past destroy it. Even if that ghost was the father of her child ...and now her nearest neighbor. less

"I thought I was rid of you why the hell did you have to come back?" It was eleven years--two lifetimes ago--since Perdita Gladstone and Luke Dennison had met last. Now the legacy of their shared past required another encounter. Perdita was no longer a gawky girl, but an assured woman with an international career. But did she have the confidence to handle a man like Luke, who made it clear that her reappearance in his life was not a welcome one?

A scorching seduction? Jacinta knew as soon as Paul McAlpine opened his front door that she shouldn't stay. Gerard had warned her not to fall for Paul, his cousin, during her visit to Waitapu, New Zealand. But she already had--ten months ago! She'd kept her distance then, determined not to give into the compelling attraction she'd felt for this man. Now she faced spending a long, hot summer in Paul's company. How on earth was she going to deny their mutual, sizzling desire?

His majesty's pleasure... Beautiful, vulnerable and courageous Ianthe Brown might be, but she was out of bounds. Alex had to make a major life decision--not seduce the most wonderful woman he'd ever met. His future was such that she must remain forbidden to him; anything else would be dishonorable. As it was, what would Ianthe do when she discovered that he, Alex Considine, was the Crown Prince of Illyria?

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Kain Gerrard--mesmerizing, sexy and filthy rich--can have any woman he wants! So taming Sable Martin shouldn't be a problem. The scandalous gold digger has used her sensual charms to blackmail his cousin, and Kain is set on revenge.His plan is perfect--until he comes face-to-face with Sable. The scheming temptress is in his sights, but as she looks up at him with those enchanting doe eyes, he realizes she isn't quite the seductress he thought--"he's blackmailed an innocent into his bed!"