7-Stud Club Series by Christie Ridgway, Christie Rid

Seven Poker Night buddies are very good with their hands…and are about to lose their hearts! Each one comes to learn that only great risk leads to great reward… John Boone loves women, and avoids focusing on just one until he meets his temporary next-door-neighbor, Gemma Marquette. She’s fancy high heels to his scuffed construction boots and soft pop to his hard rock, yet there’s an attraction that neither can deny... moreSeven Poker Night buddies are very good with their hands…and are about to lose their hearts! Each one comes to learn that only great risk leads to great reward… John Boone loves women, and avoids focusing on just one until he meets his temporary next-door-neighbor, Gemma Marquette. She’s fancy high heels to his scuffed construction boots and soft pop to his hard rock, yet there’s an attraction that neither can deny. But he also recognizes a woman who wants forever, so he’s determined to keep his hands off until Gemma suggests one way to manage their combustible chemistry…a fling! Experience has taught Gemma to distrust commitment no matter how much she might desire it, so she’s on a guy hiatus when a handsome, sexy mountain of a man takes notice of her. All those muscles might be too hot to handle, but she finds herself compelled to give it a try…while still holding her heart safe. For as long as she can, that is… No Limit (7-Stud Club Book 2), Coming May 30, 2019 Ante Up (7-Stud Club Book 3), Coming soon! About the Author Christie Ridgway is the author of over 60 novels of contemporary romance. All her books are both sexy and emotional and tell about heroes and heroines who learn to believe in the power of love. A USA Today bestseller, Christie is a six-time RITA finalist and has won best contemporary romance of the year and career achievement awards from Romantic Times Book Reviews. A native of California, Christie now resides in the southern part of the state with her family. Inspired by the beaches, mountains, and cities that surround her, she writes tales of sunny days and steamy nights. less

Seven Poker Night buddies are very good with their hands…and are about to lose their hearts! Each one comes to learn that only great risk leads to great reward… Eli King’s future looks bright. After a decade raising his orphaned sisters, the last are about to leave home and leave him finally able to indulge in a free-and-easy bachelorhood that’s always been out of reach... moreSeven Poker Night buddies are very good with their hands…and are about to lose their hearts! Each one comes to learn that only great risk leads to great reward… Eli King’s future looks bright. After a decade raising his orphaned sisters, the last are about to leave home and leave him finally able to indulge in a free-and-easy bachelorhood that’s always been out of reach. But one rainy night a knock on his door announces the arrival of a beautiful single mom in need…the very type of knot Eli’s sure he doesn’t want to get tangled in. But can he ignore Sloane Clarke’s smokin’ body and engaging smile, even though she comes with a little girl and responsibilities certain to tie him down? Sloane takes her single parenthood very seriously and knows it doesn’t allow room for romance—or even sex. But when a leaky roof sends her to the hot and tempting man across the street, a woman can’t help her mind heading off in that direction. But her heart’s too smart to give itself to a guy who’s bent on playing the field…unless Eli proves to be the kind of irresistible that even the wariest can’t withstand. Don't miss ALL IN (Limit (7-Stud Club Book 1)! less

Cooper Daggett enjoys playing the field, until he falls for a woman who doesn’t look at love as just a game…Winning a designer’s services in a community raffle doesn’t mean beautiful Willow Ray will rearrange Cooper’s life, right? Except then she’s in his home and in his workplace and in his head…can his heart be far behind?Willow wants a man and a family. Security and commitment... moreCooper Daggett enjoys playing the field, until he falls for a woman who doesn’t look at love as just a game…Winning a designer’s services in a community raffle doesn’t mean beautiful Willow Ray will rearrange Cooper’s life, right? Except then she’s in his home and in his workplace and in his head…can his heart be far behind?Willow wants a man and a family. Security and commitment. While Cooper has all the sexy charm in the world and was made for a thrilling one-night stand, she questions if there can be more. Because everybody knows you can’t re-make a dedicated bachelor into the forever man you need…unless love steps in with its own plan.Enjoy the 7-Stud Club! Seven poker night buddies who are very good with their hands…and are about to lose their hearts! Only great risk leads to great reward… less

Detective Maddox Kelly likes his shirts ironed, his puzzles solved, and his heart locked up tight, until the one-who-got-away returns to town and upends his well-ordered life. Maddox retains fond memories of Harper Mitchell—or so he tells himself when his dreams of her and how she walked away don’t keep him up all night. But now she’s back, hot and sweet as ever, but he’s not foolish enough to get attached when the free-spirit will surely just leave town again... moreDetective Maddox Kelly likes his shirts ironed, his puzzles solved, and his heart locked up tight, until the one-who-got-away returns to town and upends his well-ordered life. Maddox retains fond memories of Harper Mitchell—or so he tells himself when his dreams of her and how she walked away don’t keep him up all night. But now she’s back, hot and sweet as ever, but he’s not foolish enough to get attached when the free-spirit will surely just leave town again.A family emergency returns Harper to Sawyer Beach and she intends to keep her head down and her suitcases packed. The tempting lure of that sexy, impossible-to-forget man is hard to ignore, however. Surely one more taste of the fruit of first love won’t break her heart. less

Rafael Rodriguez is the consummate ladies man…but when the one lady he shouldn’t want shows up in his life, what’s a guy to do?Raf Rodriguez knows not to pursue Erin Arthur—after all, the first time he saw her she was on the arm of his best friend and half brother Shane. But she continues to tempt him and when he throws in his cards and surrenders to desire…well, this might prove to be the biggest gamble of them all.Erin can’t deny the appeal of the devil-may-care Rafael... moreRafael Rodriguez is the consummate ladies man…but when the one lady he shouldn’t want shows up in his life, what’s a guy to do?Raf Rodriguez knows not to pursue Erin Arthur—after all, the first time he saw her she was on the arm of his best friend and half brother Shane. But she continues to tempt him and when he throws in his cards and surrenders to desire…well, this might prove to be the biggest gamble of them all.Erin can’t deny the appeal of the devil-may-care Rafael. But everyone tells her he’s the kind of man who won’t last… Can she risk her heart for the little he might have to offer? less

“A sizzling combination of heat and heart.” Barbara Freethy, #1 New York Times Bestselling AuthorShane Rodriguez is a good guy—everybody says so. But a near-death experience has him looking at the world with new eyes…and when he sees a beautiful woman who has “bad girl” written all over her, he just might not be able to resist... more“A sizzling combination of heat and heart.” Barbara Freethy, #1 New York Times Bestselling AuthorShane Rodriguez is a good guy—everybody says so. But a near-death experience has him looking at the world with new eyes…and when he sees a beautiful woman who has “bad girl” written all over her, he just might not be able to resist.Enjoy the 7-Stud Club! Seven poker night buddies who are very good with their hands…and are about to lose their hearts! Only great risk leads to great reward…The 7-Stud Club Series:All In (Boone & Gemma)No Limit (Eli & Sloane)Ante Up (Cooper & Willow)Slow Play (Maddox & Harper)Wild Card (Rafael & Erin)Smooth Call (Shane & Delilah)Dealer’s Choice (Hart & Sophie)About the AuthorUSA Today Bestseller Christie Ridgway is the author of over 70 novels of contemporary romance. All her books are both sexy and emotional and tell stories of heroes and heroines who learn to believe in the power of love. Christie is a six-time RITA finalist and has won best contemporary romance of the year and career achievement awards from Romantic Times Book Reviews. A native of California, Christie now resides in the southern part of the state with her family. Inspired by the beaches, mountains, and cities that surround her, she writes tales of sunny days and steamy nights. less

“A sizzling combination of heat and heart.” Barbara Freethy, #1 New York Times Bestselling AuthorHart Sawyer had it all…and lost it on one tragic deal of fate’s cards. As he learns to live with his grief, he also thought he’d learn to live alone for the rest of his life. Then, he finds himself locked away with caterer Sophie Daggett, the little sister of one of his best friends... more“A sizzling combination of heat and heart.” Barbara Freethy, #1 New York Times Bestselling AuthorHart Sawyer had it all…and lost it on one tragic deal of fate’s cards. As he learns to live with his grief, he also thought he’d learn to live alone for the rest of his life. Then, he finds himself locked away with caterer Sophie Daggett, the little sister of one of his best friends. With the unforeseen proximity an unexpected passion arises, complicating his vision of his future and putting at risk Sophie’s vow to find a man whose heart can be hers alone.Enjoy the 7-Stud Club! Seven poker night buddies who are very good with their hands…and are about to lose their hearts! Only great risk leads to great reward…The 7-Stud Club Series:All In (Boone & Gemma)No Limit (Eli & Sloane)Ante Up (Cooper & Willow)Slow Play (Maddox & Harper)Wild Card (Rafael & Erin)Smooth Call (Shane & Delilah)Dealer’s Choice (Hart & Sophie)About the AuthorUSA Today Bestseller Christie Ridgway is the author of over 70 novels of contemporary romance. All her books are both sexy and emotional and tell stories of heroes and heroines who learn to believe in the power of love. Christie is a six-time RITA finalist and has won best contemporary romance of the year and career achievement awards from Romantic Times Book Reviews. A native of California, Christie now resides in the southern part of the state with her family. Inspired by the beaches, mountains, and cities that surround her, she writes tales of sunny days and steamy nights. less