Inked Hearts Series by Crystal Kaswell

This is the novella that became Tempting. It might sound like a repeat, but it's not! While it does feature the same characters, Tempt Me only contains one scene that made it into Tempting. They're different versions of a similar story and both are super hot and incredibly forbidden.Exclusively for Newsletter Subscribers

This is the novella that became Tempting. It might sound like a repeat, but it's not! While it does feature the same characters, Tempt Me only contains one scene that made it into Tempting. They're different versions of a similar story and both are super hot and incredibly forbidden.Exclusively for Newsletter Subscribers

He's my best friend's older brother, off limits and incredibly tempting. I shouldn't peek into Brendon's sketchbook, even if the tattoo artist is as brooding and stoic as the day is long. I can't help myself. I peel it open, run my fingers along the paper, soak up every ounce of him. His drawings are as beautiful and bold as his dark eyes and his cocky smile. Only, there, on the third page--that's no tattoo mockup. That's me. Naked. Ready. Waiting in his bed... moreHe's my best friend's older brother, off limits and incredibly tempting. I shouldn't peek into Brendon's sketchbook, even if the tattoo artist is as brooding and stoic as the day is long. I can't help myself. I peel it open, run my fingers along the paper, soak up every ounce of him. His drawings are as beautiful and bold as his dark eyes and his cocky smile. Only, there, on the third page--that's no tattoo mockup. That's me. Naked. Ready. Waiting in his bed. There's no denying it--those are my blue glasses, my green eyes, my flushed cheeks. Brendon wants me. The smoking hot, ten thousand miles out of my league bad boy wants me-- a good girl v*rgin with thick glasses and no game. It's perfect. Only it's not. He's my best friend's older brother. He's off limits. But damn is he tempting. *A complete standalone* *More books about the men of Inked Hearts coming in 2018* From the author: Tempting is a smoking hot brother's best friends romance with the perfect mix of heat, humor, and emotion. Come find out why readers say "no one writes broken bad boys like Crystal Kaswell." less

I can't fall for the smoking hot tattoo artist. Not if I want to keep my secrets. Walker Williams is my f*ck buddy. I get his carefree smile. I get his inked arms. I get his massive ahem. It's the perfect arrangement. The cocky playboy makes me c*me. I hold onto my secrets. No getting lost in his dark eyes. No melting into his soft embrace. No falling head over heels. We're playing . That's it... moreI can't fall for the smoking hot tattoo artist. Not if I want to keep my secrets. Walker Williams is my f*ck buddy. I get his carefree smile. I get his inked arms. I get his massive ahem. It's the perfect arrangement. The cocky playboy makes me c*me. I hold onto my secrets. No getting lost in his dark eyes. No melting into his soft embrace. No falling head over heels. We're playing . That's it. I need to think about his lips on my neck, his hands on my skin, his hard body against mine. If he unlocks my heart, if he finds out the truth... There's no way he's staying. *A complete standalone**More books about the men of Inked Hearts coming soon* From the author:  Playing is a full length standalone romance with a friend with benefits to lovers theme. Come see why readers say "no one writes broken bad boys like Crystal Kaswell." less

This is the worst idea in the history of the world. Leighton is my best friend. My subordinate. My girlfriend. That’s the story we're selling. To our co-workers. To our friends. To everyone who's anticipating the breakdown of the year at my ex's wedding. It's a terrible idea. This ruse is going to f*ck sh*t up. Losing her is out of the question. Touching her is all kinds of wrong. And right deep in my bones... moreThis is the worst idea in the history of the world. Leighton is my best friend. My subordinate. My girlfriend. That’s the story we're selling. To our co-workers. To our friends. To everyone who's anticipating the breakdown of the year at my ex's wedding. It's a terrible idea. This ruse is going to f*ck sh*t up. Losing her is out of the question. Touching her is all kinds of wrong. And right deep in my bones. Then Leighton slides her hands into my hair and presses her berry lips to mine. And all that wrong fades to right. I stop pretending. I forget about the woman who broke my heart. I forget about our rules. I forget I'll be lost without her. I kiss her back like I'll never get enough. I won't. But I can't risk losing my best friend. Even if she's the woman who might finally unlock my heart. From the author: Pretend You're Mine is a full-length, standalone romance with a pretend girlfriend theme. Come see why readers say "no one writes broken bad boys like Crystal Kaswell." less

I hate him. I want him. I can't stop thinking about him. Chloe Nice to see you, sunshine, wearing black again? Dean Maddox spent high school pushing all my buttons. Seven years later, we're working together. So much has changed, but he's the same arrogant jerk with the same penchant for teasing me senselessly. I still want to slap the cocky smirk from his face. And tear off his clothes. And kiss him like the ship is going down. I hate him. I want him. I can't.. moreI hate him. I want him. I can't stop thinking about him. Chloe Nice to see you, sunshine, wearing black again? Dean Maddox spent high school pushing all my buttons. Seven years later, we're working together. So much has changed, but he's the same arrogant jerk with the same penchant for teasing me senselessly. I still want to slap the cocky smirk from his face. And tear off his clothes. And kiss him like the ship is going down. I hate him. I want him. I can't... No, I will stop thinking about him. Dean Seven years ago, I took Chloe's v*rginity. It was supposed to cure my cravings for the pint-sized spitfire. But now that she's working under me... The more she glares, the more I want her. The more I tease, the more she stares. The more I brag about my Prince Albert... Let's just say it's obvious she's picturing me naked. She owns my thoughts as much as I own hers. I should stay away. She's my subordinate. She's off limits. But there's no way I can resist her. Hating You, Loving You is a standalone enemies to lovers romance featuring a cocky alpha hero and the strong, sassy heroine who brings him to his knees. Come see why readers say "no one writes broken bad boys like Crystal Kaswell." ***More Books About the Men of Inked Hearts Available Now*** TemptingPlayingPretend You're MineHating You, Loving YouBreaking the Rules - coming soon less

Rule #1 Hands off my best friend's kid sister Rule #2 See rule number one Rule #3 Seriously, don’t even think about touching Emma Emma Kane is my new room mate. My very off limits room mate. My gorgeous, sassy, hot as hell room mate. I try to keep my distance. To ignore her soft laugh, her intense eyes, her sweet smile. And that groan, the one she makes over her morning coffee-- Alright, the feisty college student is driving me out of my mind. I can still keep my hands off her... moreRule #1 Hands off my best friend's kid sister Rule #2 See rule number one Rule #3 Seriously, don’t even think about touching Emma Emma Kane is my new room mate. My very off limits room mate. My gorgeous, sassy, hot as hell room mate. I try to keep my distance. To ignore her soft laugh, her intense eyes, her sweet smile. And that groan, the one she makes over her morning coffee-- Alright, the feisty college student is driving me out of my mind. I can still keep my hands off her. I double down on my rules. Draw that line between friends and lovers. Then she presses her red lips to mine. And, suddenly, it’s obvious. There’s no way in hell I can resist her. From the author: Breaking the Rules is a smoking hot standalone brother's best friend romance with an alpha hero and a feisty heroine who brings him to his knees. Come see why readers say "no one writes broken bad boys like Crystal Kaswell." less

Dear Wes, let's skip pleasantries.I'm not going to med school a virgin.I want to learn everything, and I want you to teach me. I've looked at all the men in my life, made a list of pros and cons, found you the most suitable. Sure, a lot of that was your gorgeous blue eyes and your charming smile. The strong arms and the tattooed torso don't hurt either. I swear, I don't have a thing for bad boys. Just you. There's no way in hell I'm ever sending this. I can't believe I'm even writing it... moreDear Wes, let's skip pleasantries.I'm not going to med school a virgin.I want to learn everything, and I want you to teach me. I've looked at all the men in my life, made a list of pros and cons, found you the most suitable. Sure, a lot of that was your gorgeous blue eyes and your charming smile. The strong arms and the tattooed torso don't hurt either. I swear, I don't have a thing for bad boys. Just you. There's no way in hell I'm ever sending this. I can't believe I'm even writing it. But, god, I really, really do want to study under you. Is that too formal? How am I supposed to phrase this? Wes, please, teach me how to f*ck. I promise I'll study hard. I'm an excellent student. And, well, I'm pretty sure I don't need to spell out why this is win/win. - Quinn Losing It is a standalone first time romance with the perfect mix of heat, humor, and emotion. Come see why readers say "no one writes broken bad boys like Crystal Kaswell." less

Waking up next to my best friend? No big deal.Only our clothes are MIA. And his ring is on my finger. I didn't just sleep with my best friend. I married him. Post-breakup, I'm ready to console myself with books and ice cream. My best friend has other ideas. According to Griff, there's only one real way to get over someone: get under someone else. We've been friends since third grade. He's, ahem, experienced. I trust him. We go out. Drink. Dance. Kiss... moreWaking up next to my best friend? No big deal.Only our clothes are MIA. And his ring is on my finger. I didn't just sleep with my best friend. I married him. Post-breakup, I'm ready to console myself with books and ice cream. My best friend has other ideas. According to Griff, there's only one real way to get over someone: get under someone else. We've been friends since third grade. He's, ahem, experienced. I trust him. We go out. Drink. Dance. Kiss. That's right, I kiss the guy who used to pull my pig tails. Then we're drinking more, kissing more, and he's pulling my hair in a way that's all grown up. I wake up sore, happy, confused. Because I didn't just sleep with Griff. I married him. Now, I have a choice. Either I stay with my accidental husband or lose my best friend forever. Accidental Husband is a standalone accidental marriage romance full of heat, humor, and heart. Come see why readers say "no one writes broken bad boys like Crystal Kaswell." less

My best friend's kid sister wants me to get her pregnant--the old fashioned way. I've looked out for Ariel since she was in pigtails. I took her trick or treating, told off the jerk who dumped her, picked her up from Prom. When she needs my help, I'm there. Only she doesn't need a ride, a study partner, a new tattoo. Ariel wants me to get her pregnant. The old fashioned way. Three months of trying. Then we go back to our lives. It's a terrible idea. I should say no... moreMy best friend's kid sister wants me to get her pregnant--the old fashioned way. I've looked out for Ariel since she was in pigtails. I took her trick or treating, told off the jerk who dumped her, picked her up from Prom. When she needs my help, I'm there. Only she doesn't need a ride, a study partner, a new tattoo. Ariel wants me to get her pregnant. The old fashioned way. Three months of trying. Then we go back to our lives. It's a terrible idea. I should say no. I should convince her to wait for Mr. Right. But the geeky grad student is sure it's now or never. And I'm sure as hell not going to let her find someone else. The Baby Bargain is a standalone romance with a brooding alpha hero, a feisty math geek heroine, and enough heat to melt your Kindle. Come see why readers say "no one writes broken bad boys like Crystal Kaswell." less