Hotel D Series by Nika Stone

Can a one night stand lead to true love?Relaxation isn’t in my vocabulary, let alone on my radar. Busy single mom lawyers don’t get that luxury. So when my sister sends me to an event she promises will change my life, I’m skeptical at best.Then I meet him. Theo Kearney, the gorgeous principal who turns me to jelly with just a glance. A perfect gentleman in the streets and a you-know-what in the sheets, he’s everything I want -- and nothing I have time for. I vow to only give him a night... moreCan a one night stand lead to true love?Relaxation isn’t in my vocabulary, let alone on my radar. Busy single mom lawyers don’t get that luxury. So when my sister sends me to an event she promises will change my life, I’m skeptical at best.Then I meet him. Theo Kearney, the gorgeous principal who turns me to jelly with just a glance. A perfect gentleman in the streets and a you-know-what in the sheets, he’s everything I want -- and nothing I have time for. I vow to only give him a night.But when one night turns into two, I’m in danger of losing my heart. Especially because he wants more than a short-lived fling.He wants forever.Stay With Me is the first book in the Hotel D series. These short, steamy romances feature mature couples who know what they want inside the bedroom and out. Each book in the series is a standalone. less

Can a do-gooder tech genius convince a feisty globetrotter that his home is where her heart belongs?As a travel influencer, I'm the definition of an independent woman. Fearlessly going wherever whenever is my motto. So when tech billionaire/wannabe philanthropist Sean Reid comes into my life, the spark that flares between us is only mutually convenient, nothing more. Commitment is the last thing on my mind. His gorgeous green eyes and extremely talented hands, however, tempt me to reconsider... moreCan a do-gooder tech genius convince a feisty globetrotter that his home is where her heart belongs?As a travel influencer, I'm the definition of an independent woman. Fearlessly going wherever whenever is my motto. So when tech billionaire/wannabe philanthropist Sean Reid comes into my life, the spark that flares between us is only mutually convenient, nothing more. Commitment is the last thing on my mind. His gorgeous green eyes and extremely talented hands, however, tempt me to reconsider.Just when I start to believe, we have a chance at something more between us, Sean betrays me in the worst way. Can we find our way back to each other, or are we doomed to go our separate ways? less

Pulling off a fake wedding in Vegas? Easy. Catching real feelings for your fake fiancé? That's complicated...My friends know I'll do anything to help them out of a jam. As a busy camerawoman/producer, I've pulled stunts you wouldn't believe. Faking a marriage, though, might be the biggest stunt of all. Especially since my pretend fiancé is my very real lifelong crush, Doctor Nik Shah.What happens in Vegas is supposed to stay there... morePulling off a fake wedding in Vegas? Easy. Catching real feelings for your fake fiancé? That's complicated...My friends know I'll do anything to help them out of a jam. As a busy camerawoman/producer, I've pulled stunts you wouldn't believe. Faking a marriage, though, might be the biggest stunt of all. Especially since my pretend fiancé is my very real lifelong crush, Doctor Nik Shah.What happens in Vegas is supposed to stay there. So why am I suddenly facing down a crew of nosy aunts, concerned parents and a pair of TV reporters who won't stop talking about our 'wedding?' And why does it suddenly seem like my sexy faux beau wants to put a ring on it for real?It feels crazy to take a chance on a handsome doc who's never stuck around long enough to get serious before. I don't know if I'm ready to risk this heartbreak. Can we beat the odds and turn our ruse into something real? Or is the deck too stacked against us for this to last? less

I've been burned by love before. But my smoking hot ex is a temptation I can't resist...I had a big list of dreams when I left culinary school. Getting knocked up -- and dumped -- by my rich European boyfriend at age forty was definitely not among them.Still, I'm a survivor. I reinvent myself as recipe developer and start a new business with my two best friends... moreI've been burned by love before. But my smoking hot ex is a temptation I can't resist...I had a big list of dreams when I left culinary school. Getting knocked up -- and dumped -- by my rich European boyfriend at age forty was definitely not among them.Still, I'm a survivor. I reinvent myself as recipe developer and start a new business with my two best friends. I'll do whatever it takes to get our company to the next level -- even if that means working with my old flame, celebrity chef Nico Serra. It doesn't matter that he's hotter than a ghost pepper and all-too-willing to spice up my nights. I have to think about my baby's future. Nico's an all-too-sexy distraction I can't afford.But while he wants to turn up the heat and give us a second chance, I'm focused on the bun in my oven. Can I believe in love after getting burned so badly? Or will I end up with nothing but a broken heart once again? less

It's over... but a week of red-hot temptation might change everything...We thought we were done. All that was left to do is figure out how to separate our lives. But when we’re trapped alone together at a resort on the coast, the temptation of my sexy, gorgeous husband is too much to resist. Suddenly I have more questions than answers.Years ago, it seemed obvious that we were meant for each other. An ambitious home restoration expert and an interior designer? A match made in heaven... moreIt's over... but a week of red-hot temptation might change everything...We thought we were done. All that was left to do is figure out how to separate our lives. But when we’re trapped alone together at a resort on the coast, the temptation of my sexy, gorgeous husband is too much to resist. Suddenly I have more questions than answers.Years ago, it seemed obvious that we were meant for each other. An ambitious home restoration expert and an interior designer? A match made in heaven. But with the distance between us lately, being in this marriage hurts like hell.Now, I have no clue what I want. Passion alone can’t sustain us, but the pull I feel towards him is undeniable. Can we bring our marriage back from the brink? Or is this relationship doomed to crash and burn? less

Can a fabulous fashionista smooth out this woodworker's rough edges? As a stylist, I've always said I can work with anyone. That theory is put to the test when I'm at a business conference and get paired with Leo Brennan, AKA the world's stubbornest man.The gorgeous furniture designer refuses to participate, even though he clearly needs my help — that much flannel in a single wardrobe should be a crime. Lucky for him, I'm determined to work my magic on someone and build buzz for my company... moreCan a fabulous fashionista smooth out this woodworker's rough edges? As a stylist, I've always said I can work with anyone. That theory is put to the test when I'm at a business conference and get paired with Leo Brennan, AKA the world's stubbornest man.The gorgeous furniture designer refuses to participate, even though he clearly needs my help — that much flannel in a single wardrobe should be a crime. Lucky for him, I'm determined to work my magic on someone and build buzz for my company. Especially if that someone is a hot ginger who's great with his hands...But when I spend time in his world, I discover Leo's everything I could want -- and far more than I can handle. Are we doomed to fall apart? Or can we find a way to make our love whole? less

My crush on my brother's best friend never went away. Now that we're all grown up, can we take a chance on us?Moving back to my hometown is giving me a fresh start, but it also means reconnecting with people from my past. People like my brother's best friend, Joshua Brennan. Josh was the boy I always wanted — and the one I never could have.All these years later, he’s dreamier than ever... moreMy crush on my brother's best friend never went away. Now that we're all grown up, can we take a chance on us?Moving back to my hometown is giving me a fresh start, but it also means reconnecting with people from my past. People like my brother's best friend, Joshua Brennan. Josh was the boy I always wanted — and the one I never could have.All these years later, he’s dreamier than ever. And when my secret life as a sex columnist is revealed, Josh not only defends me, he agrees to help with my research. We try to keep things professional, but the spark between us won’t be denied.When our new relationship is revealed, Josh and I have to decide: are we just trying to rewrite history? Or could the passion between us become a true love story? less

I cut my rival out of my life. This time, he’s determined to stitch himself into my heart…Years ago, I beat Alex Brennan in court, never imagining that it would lead him to ask me out. At the time I ran scared — but a lot’s changed since then. These days, I’ve traded my legal briefs for designing luxurious lingerie, and I’m brave enough to give the sexy hotshot a chance.Despite his tough reputation, I discover a tender side of him that weaves its way into my heart before I even realize it... moreI cut my rival out of my life. This time, he’s determined to stitch himself into my heart…Years ago, I beat Alex Brennan in court, never imagining that it would lead him to ask me out. At the time I ran scared — but a lot’s changed since then. These days, I’ve traded my legal briefs for designing luxurious lingerie, and I’m brave enough to give the sexy hotshot a chance.Despite his tough reputation, I discover a tender side of him that weaves its way into my heart before I even realize it. Falling for my former rival is far too easy, and much too risky. No matter how expertly he seduces me, I can’t let myself get tangled up in a legal world that literally broke me.It took us two years to find each other — but only moments to fall apart. Can we find a way to stitch our fragile hearts together, or will our love unravel at the seams?Wait For Me is the eighth book in the Hotel D series. These short, steamy stories feature mature couples who know what they want, in the bedroom and out! Each book in the series can be read as a standalone. less

My crush wants to hire me — but I won’t take his money. My price? Be my fake boyfriend.Chocolatier Jake Brennan is every girl’s tall, gorgeous, and ever so good with his hands. He’s also my landlord/platonic work husband. As far as he’s concerned, I’m firmly in the friend zone.To woo an investor, Jake wants to hire me as a consultant. I won’t take his money — but I do need his help distracting my aunt from her x-rated garden antics... moreMy crush wants to hire me — but I won’t take his money. My price? Be my fake boyfriend.Chocolatier Jake Brennan is every girl’s tall, gorgeous, and ever so good with his hands. He’s also my landlord/platonic work husband. As far as he’s concerned, I’m firmly in the friend zone.To woo an investor, Jake wants to hire me as a consultant. I won’t take his money — but I do need his help distracting my aunt from her x-rated garden antics. When Aunt Florencia mistakes him for my boyfriend, we decide to play along.There's no way we can go back to being just friends. Not when the chemistry between us has me desperate for more of him. Is there something real between us? Or will our relationship turn out to be a candy-coated sweet nothing?Run To Me is is the ninth book in the Hotel D series. These short, steamy romances feature mature couples who know what they want, in the bedroom and out! Each book in the series can be read as a standalone. less

Desperate times call for desperate measures, right? And I desperately need this commission to help my aging parents.So when my boss suggests I pretend to date Callum West, former TV star, I go all in. Never mind that I don’t have time for any kind of romance, real or otherwise. And ignore the fact that Callum and I shared a scorching weekend together last summer. This is strictly business.But the more time I spend with the too-charming Brit, the more the lines blur... moreDesperate times call for desperate measures, right? And I desperately need this commission to help my aging parents.So when my boss suggests I pretend to date Callum West, former TV star, I go all in. Never mind that I don’t have time for any kind of romance, real or otherwise. And ignore the fact that Callum and I shared a scorching weekend together last summer. This is strictly business.But the more time I spend with the too-charming Brit, the more the lines blur. His very real kisses and our explosive chemistry make it hard to remember that this is all pretend.I can’t afford to get caught up in this fantasy. No matter how much I want to be his leading lady on and off the stage…Bound To Me is the tenth book in the Hotel D series. These short, steamy romances feature mature couples who know what they want, in the bedroom and out! Each book in the series can be read as a standalone. less

He was the hottest hookup of my life — and now I'm stuck dating him to save my company...My company should be on top of the world. We just sold the one property in town that no one else could, and the real estate market was in the palm of our hands. But that was before my niece's screw up nearly ruined our reputation. In order to keep her mistake quiet, my client's grump of an accountant demands a price. Which is how I find myself stuck working with Edward West for the next few months... moreHe was the hottest hookup of my life — and now I'm stuck dating him to save my company...My company should be on top of the world. We just sold the one property in town that no one else could, and the real estate market was in the palm of our hands. But that was before my niece's screw up nearly ruined our reputation. In order to keep her mistake quiet, my client's grump of an accountant demands a price. Which is how I find myself stuck working with Edward West for the next few months. The arrogant Brit is a rule follower, an insensitive jerk — and was once the hottest hookup of my life. But that's in the past. I can survive a few fake dates with the world's most annoying man. It's worth it to protect my family and my company.Except spending time with him means fighting the blazing hot chemistry between us. They say opposites attract, but I don't dare trust that logic. I've been there, done that, and I'm not going back. If only his devastating kisses and the heat in his touch didn't make these fake dates feel all too real...Trust in Me is the eleventh book in the Hotel D series. These short, steamy romances feature mature couples who know what they want, in the bedroom and out! Each book in the series can be read as a standalone. less