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24 Hours
by Kay David
Held Hostage during a bank robbery with the man who betrayed her, Sarah's life will change forever in the next 24 Hourschapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
A Bayberry Cove Makeover
by Cynthia Thomason
Bobbi Lee Blanchard has scrimped and saved for years as a waitress to give her two sons a good life. They've never lacked for love, yet now she has the chance to give them a real future—by buying the Bayberry Cove Kettle, the small town's favorite restaurant. Only renegotiating the lease isn't going to be easy. Because the building has a new owner, too. Zach Martingale.
The recently returned Zach is everything Bobbi Lee isn't: successful, refined, handsome. But they do have one thing in common—they're both just as desperate for the Kettle. So to win this war, Bobbi Lee knows she'll have to resort to drastic measures.
Like getting a makeover.
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A Bayberry Cove Makeover
by Cynthia Thomason
Bobbi Lee Blanchard has scrimped and saved for years as a waitress to give her two sons a good life. They've never lacked for love, yet now she has the chance to give them a real future—by buying the Bayberry Cove Kettle, the small town's favorite restaurant. Only renegotiating the lease isn't going to be easy. Because the building has a new owner, too. Zach Martingale.
The recently returned Zach is everything Bobbi Lee isn't: successful, refined, handsome. But they do have one thing in common—they're both just as desperate for the Kettle. So to win this war, Bobbi Lee knows she'll have to resort to drastic measures.
Like getting a makeover.
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A Cowboy`s Promise
by Linda Ford
Holt Perry was a man on the run. But when he stopped for supplies in the small town of Buffalo Hollow, he found a family in even more desperate straits than him. Lizzie Tate`s father had fallen ill several months ago, leaving the running of the store and the care of her little sister to her. Now winter approached, and their fuel supply was dangerously low. Holt promised to help the Tates, but as he spends time with Lizzie and her family, he finds himself wanting something more impossible than freedom…a place to call home.chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
A Fool For Love
by Susan Mallery
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A Forever Love
by B.J. Daniels
Pepper’s job with the carnival is to entice young men into losing all their money at the games. But when she sees Hunt McCormick, she knows he’s not just another mark…chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
A Forever Mother
by Laura Abbot
Ten-year-old Henry Wright thought Whitefish, Montana, was the perfect place. It was small and safe and Henry could play all the sports he wanted. His coach, Maggie Flynn, was nice and pretty and she made Henry feel special.Maybe his dad, Eric, was a little sad sometimes, a little lonely. But Henry had a plan to change all of that. A plan to make Coach and his dad see that Whitefish, Montana, was the perfect place for them to be a family.
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A McCabe at Heart
by Cathy Gillen Thacker
Robin McCabe-Taylor hopes a puppy will help her bond with Molly, the young girl she wants to adopt. But when ex-flame Sam Navarro comes to the rescue with golden retrievers, Robin begins to dream of a family not just with Molly, but with Sam, too.
But is theirs the kind of family Sam wants?
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Along Came Joe
by Marie Ferrarella
In need of cash to save the family ranch, single dad Joe competes in a reality television show! Unfortunately, beautiful Theresa Knight is just as determined to win...chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Bachelor at Risk
by Rebecca Winters
Don't miss a chapter of this exciting weekly serial by popular author Rebecca Winters.chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Bayou Reunion
by Rebecca York
To his surprise, Chase Melancon has inherited the Belle Vista plantation in Louisiana. Old man Rousseau left him the grand mansion rather than leaving it to his grandsons, so Chase is preparing for trouble. But when Chase discovers that Julienne Rousseau is living in Belle Vista and needs his help, he knows he's in way over his head...chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Blackmailed by the Boss
by Raye Morgan
Chynna owes everything she has to her older sister, Melinda. So when Melinda asks her to sneak into Trent Payton's office one night to retrieve a file she left behind, Chynna can't say no.When Trent unexpectedly returns to the office, catching Chynna red-handed, he offers Chynna a choice — agree to his terms or face arrest for burglary. His request seems simple enough — accompany him to a party, pretend to be in love with him, and he'll forget all about the incident.
Trent just needs an escort for one night, to convince his mother that her attempts to marry him off to an heiress of her choice won't work. Finding Chynna in his office offers him the perfect opportunity.
Imagine their surprise when they find it easy to pretend to be in love — so easy that it's difficult to stop when the night is over...
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Blackmailed into the Prince`s Bed
by Olivia Gates
As both a Manhattan billionaire and a prince of Castaldini, Eduardo D’Agostino is used to getting his way—in business and in matters of love! So when his newest employee, IT expert Jade Mitchell, is unimpressed by his wealth and stature, he’s intrigued enough to woo her, and to wait.After a whirlwind romance, Eduardo is certain that Jade is his future princess. But then he learns the devastating truth behind her hesitation to take their relationship to the next level. Eduardo is soon turning the tables on his would-be lover, and insisting on taking his revenge—in the bedroom!
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Bravo Tango
by Julie Miller
Justin Grant, a tactical officer with KCPD's bomb squad, is recruited to go undercover to find those responsible for a series of bomb threats in Kansas City. While trying to form ties with a group of mobster-wannabes, he must rush a suspect to the ER- where Dr. Emilia Rodriguez threatens to blow his cover.Emilia Rodriguez is all business...and her business is saving lives. But because of Justin's flirting and an intimate-looking situation, the gang pegs Emilia as Justin's girlfriend, involving the doctor in the dangerous case.
As Justin delves deeper into the gang world to find who’s responsible for the threats, he must also ensure the safety of the woman he has involved...the woman he is falling for.
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Breaking News
by Gina Wilkins
Brilliant inventor Jason Morris has little time to invest in personal relationships. His dedication to his work often makes him thoughtless and distracted when it comes to the woman in his life — which is why no woman has ever stayed in his life for very long. So Jason is content to admire his dream woman — local newscaster Susan Landers — from afar, and to continue on with his work in solitude. That is, until she calls him to arrange for an interview...Susan Landers understands Jason's commitment to his work — she feels the same drive to excel in her own career. She doesn't take no for an answer, and is determined to land an exclusive interview with the elusive inventor. But once she gets to know him, she has to admit that her interest in him is far from just professional...
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By Honour Bound
by Julia Justiss
Jenna has followed the drum with her father, a British Army colonel, most of her life. Since the death of her mother, Jenna has been her father’s chief companion. She has grown to love the adventure of traveling with the regiment, despite the lack of comforts and the constant threat of danger. She has also grown to love her father’s second-in-command, Major Garrett Fairchild.Since Garrett Fairchild’s fiancée left him for another man, he has gone into battle prepared to die a glorious death that would at least erase the pain of his heartbreak. But the friendship of his colonel’s daughter, a woman who is dearer to him than any sister, has lately renewed his interest in life. Can he forget the past and learn to love again?
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Called to Love
by Arlene James
Cecelia Locke's dream is finally becoming a reality—she's been offered the position of director at an orphanage in Mexico. But taking the job will mean leaving Grasslands, Texas, and devastating her mother. Sally wants her daughter to stay in town, get married and have children, and although Cissy wants a family of her own…someday…she knows that God has called her to work at this special orphanage.
One person understands better than anyone why Cissy needs to go. Gilbert Valenzuela has a calling, too: he wants to build a ranch in this beautiful Texas town. But as he and Cissy become closer, he starts to wish their dreams weren't pulling them in opposite directions. And when Sally sees her daughter enjoying the handsome cowboy's company, she tries her hand at matchmaking. Surely her daughter won't leave if Gil gives her a reason to stay. But if Sally's plan fails, Cissy and Gil could both be left broken-hearted.
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Cherokee Christmas
by Sheri Whitefeather
Traci Calhoun, the bright-spirited daughter of a pastor, believes in extending goodwill. But when her son, Parker, convinces her to visit the elusive Daniel Crow, she finds herself falling in love with a moody stranger — a man who needs to face his past and embrace the heritage he left behind.Daniel Crow moved into a haunted mansion so he could hide from the rest of the world, not so he could be tempted by Traci Calhoun, a beautiful waitress and the single mother of a six-year-old boy infatuated with American Indians. Hiding from the pain and sadness of his past, this reclusive Cherokee never expected to find peace at Christmastime.
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Close to Home
by Emma Miller
For an Old Order Amish woman, being twenty-five and unmarried is bad enough. But to be shipped off to another community on a hunting trip to find a husband is downright humiliating. Mary Glick despairs that she'll never find someone who'll love her—until she sees Caleb Stutzman. They were as close as two people could be as children…until one devastating day that she still can't forget. They're older now, though, and his sweet and tender pursuit of her tempts her to forgive him. But ultimately can she trust him with her heart?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Cultivating Daffodils
by Pamela Morsi
Calla had lived on Canasta Street for sixteen years. She and her husband, Mark, had moved into their house when their son was still just a toddler. Now, Nathan was in his last year of high school and had just completed his college application. She couldn’t help but be proud. She just wished that Mark had lived to see it. As Nathan brings home a new girlfriend, and a new mysterious and handsome gentleman moves into the street, Calla is forced to open up her heart.chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Daisy and the Duke
by Janice Maynard
Sometimes Ian Furchess hated being the duke of Wolffhampton. Like when he had no idea how to pay for his ancestral castle, which costs more to run than some small countries. Or when his grandmother pressured him to marry—preferably someone rich and titled. Ian hadn't even wanted to be a duke.
So when a beautiful American tourist landed on his doorstep, Ian was caught between his duty and his desire. He knew Daisy Wexler had her own agenda, one that could be the ruin of a duke. And yet, Ian had had his fill of duty. It was time to indulge his desires….
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Desert Prince, Bartered Bride
by Marguerite Kaye
Kingdom of Djaradh, Arabia, 1819As a diplomat's daughter, Silvia Bruntsfield has navigated many sticky situations with her sharp mind and practical nature. Now, a grave misstep by her father could cost him his career and the very tenuous alliance between Britain and the desert kingdom of Djaradh. So Silvia disguises herself as a man to plead her father's case with Prince Munir al-Khashqar, ruler of Djaradh. But nothing prepares her for what happens when the sheikh sees through her ruse and unveils her as an imposter….
Munir is intrigued by the plucky English girl. And he decides to make her a proposition: save her father and the alliance…by becoming his bride.
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Designer Sex
by Heather MacAllister
Prim music teacher Erin Young is fed up with sharing a bedroom wall with her playboy neighbor Mick Armitage. So when his noisy "entertaining" keeps her awake one too many times, she gives him an ultimatum: pipe down or move out!chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Desire Calls
by Caridad Pineiro
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Diamond Affairs
by Isabel Sharpe
There's a fortune hidden in the mansion of a mysterious millionaire ? and the housekeeper isn't quite who she claims to be, either.?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Doctor's Orders
by Bobby Hutchinson
Fergus and Rose can't agree on anything. Can they work together long enough to help a little boy ? and possibly fall in love...?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6
Donnelly`s Promise
by Cheryl St.John
Vaughn Donnelly's work as a builder has taken him to many different villages over the years, and he's never regretted having to say goodbye to anyone in them. Until he promises to help Darcy Keegan rescue an orphaned boy from prison and he realizes that with her, he's found the one person he never wants to leave.
But Darcy is not planning on staying in Castleville, either. She wants to start a new life far away from the small town—and far away from her father, who makes her feel more like a servant than a person. Only, the more time she spends with Vaughn, the more she dreams of something else entirely…a family, a home, a husband—Vaughn.
But Vaughn's nomadic lifestyle isn't going to change. How can he stop Darcy from leaving when he's got nothing to offer her?
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Double Destiny
by Caroline Anderson
Destiny has more than one plan for Fran Williams - it has two: Rich, wealthy and energetic Josh Nicholson and charming, sensual, single father Dr Xavier Giraud!
Can a woman choose her own destiny? Could there be more than one Mr Right?
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Dr Protector
by Jessica Andersen
Returning to her lab late one night to tie up a loose ends for her paranoid boss, Dr. Kelsey Sparks surprises an intruder — her ex-husband…who works for the competition! Dr. Luke Sparks denies he's trying to steal Kelsey's discoveries — he thinks her employer, Dr. Fong, is up to no good. And he can prove it…if only Kelsey will give him a chance.But Luke has another motive for returning to Boston: to win Kelsey back…
Executive Pursuit
by Andrea Laurence
Three weeks. That's all the time Penelope Hart has left as the White House Social Secretary. And all the time she has left to convince her boss, First Lady Ramsey, to write her a glowing recommendation letter. Which means she has to stay in the first lady's good graces—and stay far away from the first son, Kellan Ramsey.
Only Kellan has no intention of staying away. He's waited years for the chance to be with Penelope again and he's not going to waste a second, let alone three weeks. He's convinced this is their time…but will Kellan's executive pursuit cost Penelope her dreams?
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Falcon's Revenge
by Rita Herron
Is the imposing gothic mansion atop Falcon Ridge really cursed? Having witnessed the tragic deaths of her mother and sister there, Victoria Hoffman is convinced it is. And now, with her estranged father on his own deathbed, Victoria has returned to her childhood home - and quickly finds herself haunted by memories, or something worse...
Randolph Falcon is determined to reclaim Falcon Ridge from the man he believes stole it from his family: Victoria Hoffman’s father. But his drive for revenge takes a detour when he encounters his enemy’s beautiful daughter, and he finds himself compelled to protect her from the danger that seems to be lurking around every corner of the eerie old house....
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Fast and Furious
by Lori Borrill
Magazine publisher Drake Whitley lives life in the fast lane, slowing down only to savor the finer things in life, like good Scotch and hot women. So when he drives his newest toy off the road en route to New York from Memphis, Drake is more than happy to accept a ride from a local beauty. The chemistry between them is undeniable, and as luck would have it, Bonnie Bristol is in the market for some steamy sex to take her mind off her own troubles! But when attraction quickly turns to affection and desire becomes need, can these two turn a sizzling three-day fling into something more permanent?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Flirting with Fire
by Wendy Etherington
Nathan Pearce's desire for Gia Sorabella has been on a slow burn ever since he first walked into her restaurant several months before. Since then, they've become friends—and not the kind with benefits. But if he had just the right situation, he could prove to her that they belong together—in bed and out of it. He just never imagined that situation would be when one of her customers is murdered.
Gia has devoted her life to making her Manhattan restaurant a success, and murder is never good for business. Turns out it's not so good for her sanity, either. Luckily Nathan is there, as he's always been…only this time he's offering her a whole lot more than his shoulder. But Gia can't afford to give her focus to anything except her restaurant. Surrendering to Nathan—no matter how delicious he looks—would be flirting with fire.
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For Love or Money
by Liz Bevarly
What would you do if you won five million dollars?but only had three days to drive across country to collect the prize? That?s the delectable dilemma facing Elizabeth Bevarly?s heroine in her charming, humorous and sexy novel.
Dinah Meade convinces her gorgeous, sexy neighbor to help her drive from San Francisco to Georgia, all the while wishing he would consider her a prize worth winning. Read the latest chapter of For Love or Money every Monday!
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From Lust to Love
by Cathy Williams
Following the death of her father, a grief-stricken Ellie James goes to Las Vegas on a whim to try to enjoy the New Year. She meets and falls in love with handsome and worldly Leo, and spends a night of passion in his arms. But in the morning, wracked with guilt over her impulsive behavior, she runs back to England without a word. What she doesn't realize is that her one night with Leo will change her life forever.Leo Silva is a rich and powerful man, but he still carries the pain he felt after Ellie's flight from their bed in Vegas. Now, engaged to marry a beautiful socialite, he must track Ellie down and finally put their union behind him. He isn't prepared for the feelings she inspires within him once again....
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Girl Gone Solo
by Joanne Rock
Casting agent Kasey Dunlap has a knack for finding the perfect men - in a strictly professional capacity, that is. But after being stood up at her own engagement party, she vows not to cast herself in another real-life romance.
Little does Kasey know, Myles Rivera, her one-and-only one-night stand, wants more than a walk-on role in Kasey’s life when he learns she's suddenly solo!
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Grayson Prentiss's Seduction
by Bronwyn Scott
Elena di Duero is desperate for a husband. But not just anyone—she needs to find her husband, the man given up for dead almost a year ago. If she doesn’t bring Alejandro home alive within the next month, she will be forced to marry cruel Don Alicante and cede all of her land to him.
Then the lone survivor of a shipwreck washes up on shore with no memory of who he is or where he came from. And he looks remarkably like Alejandro. Elena knows he is not her husband, but he could be. She needs him to be. She just has to put it to him the right way, with the right…incentive.
And so begins the seduction.
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Hold the Date
by Shirley Jump
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Hostage in Copper Lake
by Marilyn Pappano
Libby Maxwell had left her hometown of Copper Lake to go to college, believing that the world was at her feet and her fiancé, Pete Petrovski, would always be there when she decided to come back. Now, ten years later, Libby is far from that naive girl. After all the things she`s done, all the pain she`s caused, she doesn`t expect a warm welcome when she returns to the small Georgia town. Especially from Pete, the one person she most regrets hurting. But neither did she expect to become a hostage in a bank robbery. With Pete.chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Hot Flash
by Donna Kauffman
'Shea Flanagan's career as a photographer is finally taking off. She's been hired to take pictures of local heroes for a calendar that will be given out to school children. And she knows the perfect model ? her brother's best friend is a sexy firefighter, and the man she'd like to photograph in a much more intimate situation. Ryan makes a reluctant role model ? not only is he modest, but being in front of Shea's camera makes him feel exposed, even when dressed in his firefighting gear. But he must set aside the feelings he has for Shea ? or risk losing the love and respect of her overprotective family, a family he looks on almost as his own.
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Husband Material
by Melissa McClone
Elaine Cooper owes a fortune in back taxes—a fortune she doesn’t have. Though each of her sons will receive a large inheritance on his wedding day according to the terms of her late husband’s will, Elaine would rather lose the family horse ranch than see these confirmed bachelors marry for anything other than true love. So she keeps her secret, even from her firstborn, a widower who’s recently returned to the ranch with his young son in tow.
But Joe soon learns the truth, and though he’s already spent his own legacy caring for his dying wife, as the eldest Cooper son, he takes it upon himself to come up with the money—one way or another.
Meanwhile, unbeknownst to Elaine and Joe, the three younger Cooper boys—Max, Ryan and Sean—each receive a mysterious letter telling them to find wives fast…or risk seeing their mother out on the street! And with that, the race to the altar is on!
Workaholic Max has put his personal life on hold while he pursues a career as a financial analyst. But his mother’s troubles have him on the fast-track to matrimony—that is, if he can find a wife! In desperation, he asks his trusted assistant, Kate, to turn him into husband material….
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In Bed with the Boss
by Sharon Kendrick
After one passionate night together, Blake Devlin left Josephine Spencer without even a note - and immediately became engaged to another woman. Josephine rushed into marriage with a charming actor - who just happened to be Blake's cousin. A year later, circumstances thrust them together again?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Indulge Me
by Joanne Rock
Madison Blair is determined to indulge her sensual side by doing all the things she's only ever dreamed about ? and sexy Nathan Abrams might be the perfect fantasty man!Madison Blair is in need of a little self-indulgence. She's finally ended a dead-end relationship with a self-centered man, and she's gotten fed up waiting for a promotion that never seems to happen. So Madison has decided to immerse herself in the kind of luxury she usually only writes about in her job as a travel reporter. However, when she comes face-to-face with a man right out of her most private fantasies, she finds herself distracted from her goal of spending some alone time at an Adirondacks resort....
Nathan has been fed up with self-absorbed women ever since his ex-wife left him almost bankrupt. But he still finds himself intrigued by Madison when she turns down a date with him in favor of "me" time. However, when he thinks she might write an article that will threaten his hard-won solitude in the mountains, he wonders if he can distract her by indulging some of her more provocative desires...
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Judi & The Beast
by Dianne Drake
When Judi Blake “runs over” a stray dog, she drops everything to rush the mutt to the vet — and the good doctor turns out to be the man of her dreams! Problem is, Dr. Mike Jericho wants Judi to keep the pup, and Judi’s got no room in her hectic life for a pet, or a boyfriend!But Mike convinces Judi to keep Lucky for two weeks while he looks for a suitable home for the pooch. And soon, he’s making nightly house calls to help Judi cope with the dog’s antics....
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Just One Kiss
by Jessica Hart
When Caroline Taylor tells her friends that she's spotted the man she's going to marry, they make her a bet: She must get the gorgeous single dad to kiss her, just once.But sometimes, destiny needs a helping hand. Caro thinks the best way to bond with Anthony Gilchrist is to strike up a conversation about their children — despite the fact that she doesn't actually have any kids of her own! The solution: she'll simply "borrow" her nephew for an afternoon in the park, the same park where Anthony takes his little boy.…
Kiss Me Goodbye
by Maggie Shayne
When her husband’s plane goes down in the Alaskan wilderness, Dawn is forced to rely on the ghost of her father for help. But before he died, the voices in her father’s head had made him crazy and finally driven him to murder. Can she trust his messages now when the life of the man she loves hangs in the balance?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Kissing Cupid
by Holly Jacobs
We gave five authors from five different Harlequin and Silhouette series the same opening paragraph, and asked each of them to write the rest of the story. The result is five very distinctive individual stories that are compelling, engaging and, of course, romanticchapter: 1 2 3 4 5
LA Secrets
by Victoria Fox
EXCLUSIVE short story for all followers of www.victoriafoxwrites.co.ukchapter: 1
Living the Fantasy
by Joanne Rock
Keira Hart was the stuff of every man's fantasy: feisty, passionate and beautiful. Maybe that was why hotel mogul Ryan Murphy had never been able to forget her. Certainly no one since had been able to compare. So when Ryan discovered that Keira was teaching in Fiji, he decided to buy a hotel property there and maybe discuss a more…personal merger with Keira. But Ryan is shocked when Keira seeks him out first—with a protest sign and a bunch of picketers!Since she last saw Ryan, Keira has devoted her life to teaching underprivileged children in third-world countries. Ryan Murphy and his newly acquired hotel are threatening her school, and she's going to stop him—no matter how sexy he is in a suit.
Ryan is willing to negotiate. If Keira stays in paradise with him….
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Love Letters
by Barbara McMahon
Stacey Jerome always believed Zach Taylor only married her because she became pregnant, and her thoughts were confirmed when he left town to start a career as a race car driver right after she miscarried the baby. Having gone on with her life since then, Stacey moved to the big city and built up a business as a wedding consultant, giving brides the dream day she never had. Imagine her shock when a glance down the aisle during one ceremony finds her looking into the eyes of her husband, a man she hasn’t heard from in seven years!chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Loving Eleanor
by Natasha Oakley
Luke and Susanna Burnett have been married for fifteen months — thirteen of which have been spent at their baby daughter's bedside. Born prematurely with a condition called Necrotising Enterocolitis, baby Eleanor has spent the majority of her short life in hospital.While Susanna keeps vigil at their daughter's bedside, Luke deals with his anguish and concern differently, going off to work, barely showing any emotion. His actions convince Susanna even more that Luke only married her because she was pregnant — not because he was in love with her.
Now, desperately in need of a liver transplant, it seems Eleanor has lost her fight for life. Luke and Susanna wait the agonizing hours together while the search for a donor goes on…but in the tumult of their grief, they realize there is more to their relationship than they ever imagined.
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Made to Measure
by Joan Elliott Pickard
When jet-setting executive Connor O'Shea crashes at his aunt's house, all he wants is a bed for the night. Instead he finds petite attorney Mary-Clair Cavelli — and loses his heart.As the only sister of five large brothers, Mary-Clair has had enough of being considered a child. Her entire life her small stature has drawn condescending treatment from boyfriends and family alike, resulting in her one steadfast rule: no tall men. It's a rule she takes seriously — but the 6'3" Connor plans to convince her that some rules were made to be broken...
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Manhunting Masquerade
by Joanne Rock
Chloe has made a vow to be more daring, and a masked ball gives her the perfect opportunity to pursue her dream man, sexy Eric Matteo! How far will she go?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6
Marriage Overboard
by Christine Rimmer
Gwen and Rafe's marriage is on the rocks ? until a storm at sea during a cruise sweeps them overboard.?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Marrying Mary
by Lori Foster
Mary asks Reed for a very special birthday present - lessons in lovemaking.chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Mason's Kiss
by Sheri WhiteFeather
Beverly Clark has a secret...one she must keep at all costs. So she’s thrown for a loop when an accident on a desolate country road throws her together with handsome winemaker-in-training, Mason Sheppard, who has returned home to Napa Valley from France to visit with his family. Mason can’t deny the attraction he feels for the mysterious Beverly, but she knows she can’t give in to temptation- not if she wants to keep her secret safe! Can Beverly follow her heart and keep the truth hidden?
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Melting the M.D.
by Tanya Michaels
All Meg Nichols needed to prove herself as an event planner was for this weekend's society wedding in the Texas Hill Country to go smoothly. Then things started to go wrong. The maid of honor's tan turned a very unnatural shade of orange. The best man had a skiing accident and broke his leg. And his replacement was none other than her ex-boyfriend.
Doctor Scott Creighton had somehow gotten even better looking in the years since Meg had broken things off with him. But her career, her reputation, her chance to be a better person—everything—were riding on this wedding. Meg refused to let Scott melt her resolve to remain professional…no matter how high he turned up the heat.
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Midnight Reunion
by Anna DePalo
At her employer’s annual New Year’s Eve party, Chloe Davenport is more concerned with her dismal love life than with patriarch and CEO Patrick Elliott’s important announcement. After all, her parent’s annual post-holiday party is just weeks away, and there isn’t a frog -- um, prospective date -- in sight. But at the stroke of midnight, Chloe has a chance meeting with her old high school nemesis, Ryder McPhee, and learns how quickly last year’s old acquaintance can become this year’s sexy stranger!chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Midsummer Masque
by Deborah Hale
Lord Auberon Westborne has always loved Sylvie Somerville. But the disparity in their age and experience led him to keep his feelings to himself. So for years, he's waited, been biding his time until the lady was mature enough to be his bride. Will a masked ball held in honor of his cousin's engagement be the romantic opportunity West has been waiting for — or has he already lost Sylvie's heart to another lover?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Millionaires Don't Count
by Sophie Weston
Wealthy genius George Hunter wants to get to know PR exec Molly di Perretti better ? much better. The only problem is she hates millionaires. Can he change her mind and earn her trust?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Miss Ex-Girlfriend Pageant
by Melissa Senate
Me, of the medium looks and amazing talent for being a corporate drone, entering the Miss Yorkville Pageant for Young Ladies? Maddie thought.
Maddie used to have the perfect boyfriend: Nick Jones. But then he dumped her for a Cameron Diaz lookalike, who then dumped him for mysterious reasons.
Now Nick wants Maddie to befriend Tamara at the pageant we're both entering so that she can win Tamara back for him. To make matters worse, Maddie's boss wants Tamara for the company's modeling campaign, and her parents want Nick at the big family dinner next weekend, and suddenly, what Maddie wants is getting really complicated....
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Miss Personality
by Leslie kelly
Everything’s going along perfectly for Dani Monroe: she’s worked her way up from mail-room-girl at a cheesy, B-movie studio to a plum gig as the right-hand-girl to a Hollywood legend, producer Burt Mueller. But when the sexy executive she fled her last job to forget shows up as the director of a new reality show produced by her boss, Dani is forced to decide – is she ready to trust her heart to a Hollywood playboy?Mistaken for a Mistress
by Jane Porter
Argentinean Estrella Galván is one of Europe's top models, but she's much more than a pretty face. In Cannes to find a distributor for a documentary that's close to her heart, she instead finds herself in conflict with Carlo Gabellini, a man who thinks beautiful women are all the same...chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Mistress of His Heart
by Deborah Hale
Years ago, the father of heiress Rosemary Greenwood forbade her to marry Merritt Temple, a young soldier, because of his lack of fortune. Now Merritt has returned to her small village a rich widower with an infant son. Rosemary is too proud to tell him that her family has been left penniless by her father's spendthrift ways and are struggling to save the family home from creditors. But Merritt has a secret of his own...chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Naughty All Night
by Leslie Kelly
Wild child Josie Marino, owner of Nail Me nail salon, is thrilled that the opening of the Tremaine cousins’ wicked new sex shop will liven up her conservative hometown. She’s the kind of girl that’s up for any kind of adventure - which is why nice, safe Deputy Mike Kincaid is the antithesis of her type of man. So why does his hot, hard body keep showing up in her lust-filled fantasies?Just because Mike’s a well-adjusted, small-town guy, that doesn’t mean he’s not interested in taking a walk on the wild side now and then. He’d especially like to take that walk with his outrageous neighbor - and landlady - Josie, the woman who appears nightly in his most erotic dreams….
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Naughty Is Nice
by Tawny Weber
Mari Madison wants only two things for Christmas: to help her mother win the town`s annual holiday decorating contest and to reinstate her good-girl reputation so that she can start her business on the right foot. Then across the street she spots the best-looking Christmas package she`s ever seen…and realizes it`s Declan Cole. The man who ruined her reputation in the first place. The man who`s sure he`s going to win the contest. So sure that Mari and Declan decide on a bet. If she wins, her spot on the nice list is guaranteed. But if he wins…he gets to prove that naughty is nice.chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Never Again
by Linda Winstead-Jones
In the middle of yet another bad blind date, Carla Pierce vows “never again.” She’ll live vicariously through the customers at her bridal shop, buy a talking bird - anything to get out of playing this ridiculous mating game. And while she’s grateful when homicide detective Kenny Henson flashes his badge and gun to rescue her from her latest dating disaster - using the excuse that there’s a killer on the loose to walk her to her car - she can’t help but be reminded of yet another blind-date-gone-bad that she went on two years ago. A blind date with Kenny...Night Moves
by Jeanie London
Beneath Delia Wallace's blond bombshell appearance beats the heart of a shy romantic. Delia's used to attracting men's attention, so she has no idea how to pursue her own personal fantasy man, Jackson Marsh, the only man who seems oblivious to her outer appearance. She's settled for being Jackson's friend and colleague by day, and his online fantasy woman by night. But before they both finish grad school and head off in different directions, she's got one night to make her fantasy a reality...Jackson Marsh has gotten to know and love the real Delia, and he's sure they could have a real future together. But he can't let her see him as just another guy, after her for her Barbie-doll good looks alone. So he's let her pursue him in her own way — under the cover of an online persona. But when his "mystery woman" invites him to spend one sensual evening together, he jumps at the chance to prove to her that he's interested in much more...
No End in Sight
by Dana Mentink
Valerie Rogers was in total control of her life and her emotions. Right up until the moment a man put a knife to her throat. Luckily, her ex-boyfriend, firefighter Jackson Montes, chose that moment to reenter her life—and to save it. Valerie had ended their relationship because she'd been too vulnerable to Jackson…. Now he was the only one she could trust to help her.
Her attacker had wanted something, but Valerie had no idea what. All she knew was that it had to do with her only living relative, her cousin Tyrone, whom she hadn't heard from in a week. Together she and Jackson had to discover Tyrone's secret, before her attacker became her assassin.
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Nowhere to Run
by Elle Kennedy
Brooke Talbot has finally found a home in Serenade, North Carolina. The scenery is breathtaking, the people are wonderful and her neighbor, Evan McCarthy, is not only sweet, but gorgeous. It would be perfect…except her name is not Brooke Talbot.
Brooke Tanner is on the run. In Serenade, she's found a new place to hide and a new name, but she's afraid it's only a matter of time before her abusive husband tracks her down…and kills her. And even though Evan offers her everything she craves—protection, security, comfort—can she trust him? Can she trust anybody?
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One Indian Summer
by Nicola Marsh
Once upon a time in Goa, a lovely maid dreamed of finding romance and adventure, just like in her beloved Bollywood films….
Khushi longs to escape the boredom of her life as a hotel housekeeper, but she learned long ago never to believe in dreams. So when she stumbles—literally!—upon a handsome Australian tourist with flashing eyes and a way with words, she knows the sparks between them can come to nothing.
With one week left in his yearlong tour of India, Harrison Rayne is not looking for romance. But he can’t deny the special connection he feels to the beautiful Khushi, and soon he knows they are meant to be together forever! Can he convince her that love at first sight happens in real life, too?
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One Perfect Night
by Teresa Southwick
Never mix business with pleasure. A rule of thumb that Julie Carnes now wishes she had taken to heart. She had one perfect night with her boss, Ben Carson, and for one night he made her believe she could be cherished, cared for, loved. And then he called her…to break things off.
Now, after weeks of Julie having to endure seeing him every day in the hospital, Ben wants another chance. A chance to explain. A chance to start over. A chance to turn one perfect night into one perfect lifetime. But to Julie, that sounds an awful lot like giving him the opportunity to break her heart all over again. And that's the one chance she's not sure she can take.
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Outback Crisis
by Melanie Milburne
A clerical error forces two big city doctors to share a practice—and a small house—in the Outback!
Newly qualified Dr. Alex MacDonald is thrilled to have received a 6 month contract in Australia’s Outback. Eager to start a new life, she can’t wait to get the clinic up and running. Imagine her surprise when she arrives to find the position already filled by Dr. Alex MacDonald—a very male, very handsome Dr. Alex MacDonald!
Can the two big city doctors share the country practice—and the tiny house that comes with it?
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Outlaw Hearts
by Elizabeth Lane
Since the death of her husband, Amelia Gray has been struggling to hold on to the homestead the two of them carved out of the northern Colorado foothills. She is determined to build a life for herself, even though the local sheriff, Cam Bartlett, seems to have plans of his own for her future.When Amelia finds a gravely wounded Heath O'Connor in her barn, she is more concerned with tending him than she is for her own safety — can she believe the stranger's promise that he won't harm her? When Cam shows up on the trail of a fugitive that fits Heath's description, Amelia must decide whether to turn the man over to the law, or hide him until his wounds heal...
Perfect Passion
by Day Leclaire
Jett St. John had seen the happiness her company's matchmaking computer program could bring. Was it so wrong to want that for herself? And to do it without her father—Justice St. John, the head of Sinjin—watching her every move? Jett didn't think so, so she hacked into the program…and found him. He was successful, smart and gorgeous—in short, perfect. Now all she had to do was fly to a Caribbean paradise and meet the stranger who could make her dreams come true….
John Robert "Trey" Treyhearn had one all-consuming goal—to out-compete Sinjin in every way and take his own robotics firm to the top of the industry.
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Puppy Love
by Victoria Pade
When Zelda McAffry moved to Denver two weeks ago, the first thing she noticed was how sexy her new neighbor looks when he’s doing his prejog stretching. Not knowing anyone in her new hometown, she’s just working up the courage to ask the hunk for a favor when her energetic Jack Russell terrier, Charlie, gets her into a jam that forces the introduction at the worst possible moment.
Max Greer couldn’t help but notice the pretty woman that’s moved into the house behind his. He also couldn’t help but notice her noisy little dog. It’s too bad that he’s had it up to here with pets and their owners, or he might have asked her out….
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Roped into Romance
by Alison Kent
Alison Kent's online read Roped into Romance marks the start of her gIRL-gEAR.com miniseries.
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Rosa
by Maggie Cox
Tasked with procuring Rosa, a painting that has sentimental meaning to her kindly old employer, companion and housekeeper Serena Hammond attends an auction in London -- only to be outbid by handsome, but arrogant, millionaire Ethan Galbraith!
Now Serena must devise a plan to get Ethan to agree to sell the work of art back to her -- but will she lose her heart in the process?
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Runaway Hearts
by Beth Cornelison
Kayla's nine-year-old son, Matt, had run away and now he was alone and lost in the Absaroka foothills of Montana, and night was falling. She had made some mistakes in the past, but this time her son's life depended on her doing everything right. Even if that meant joining forces with her ex, rancher Ben Radley.Kayla was the last person Ben wanted to see again. Ten years ago she'd left him and their small town of Maple Cove for the rodeo—where she'd met and married his wild brother. That wild streak had gotten his brother killed, and Ben feared if he didn't take control of the search, Kayla's own recklessness could endanger her and Matt. But being close to Kayla was a danger all its own. After all the pain she'd caused him, could he put the past aside to rescue Matt in time?
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Scandal at the Balfour Ball
by Michelle Reid
After barely a year of marriage, Alessandro and Meredith Ferrera’s relationship is already strained by careers that force them to live in different countries for weeks at a time. So it doesn’t take much to raise Alessandro’s suspicions about what his bride is up to when he’s not around!chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Secret Wedding
by Liz Fielding
The last person Mollie expects to find taking her How to Write a Romance class is Tom Garrick — her ex-husband!Ordered to attend a romance writers’ workshop in order to get in touch with his "feminine" side, the last thing bestselling thriller writer Tom Garrick expects is to meet the woman who lied to him and broke his heart...his wife!
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Seduced by the Dark Stranger
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To Miss Felicity Morville, in London visiting her friend Lady Honoria Carlow, nothing could be more delicious than a rendezvous with a handsome stranger—sans chaperon! But when Honoria’s brother Hal realizes what Felicity’s been up to, he enlists the help of his friend and fellow Dragoons officer Benedict Ranworth to distract the young lady from the rogue by wooing her himself! Ben reluctantly agrees in the name of protecting Felicity’s virtue and reputation, but he doesn’t expect to enjoy his duties half so much. And soon, he finds himself more interested in seducing Felicity than in saving her!chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Shadow Lies
by Linda Conrad
Naomi Ayze’s daughter Emily has been kidnapped by Skinwalkers, evil shapeshifters that have been terrorizing the Navajo people! Naomi will do anything to get her little girl back, including turning to her high school sweetheart, Junior Gashie, a man she hasn’t forgiven for abandoning her seven years ago! Recently returned to the Four-Corners reservation, Junior Gashie is shocked when he finds his first love slumped over the wheel of her car. He had hoped never to see Naomi again—after all, when she went away to school seven years ago, she never looked back. But now, the woman he’d once planned to marry needs his help to find her missing child! Don’t miss this thrilling Night Guardians story!chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Shelter of Hope
by Margaret Daley
A year after Hurricane Naomi, the residents of Hope, Mississippi, are still trying to rebuild their lives. Nathan Grayson lost his wife to the storm, and he's survived the pain by focusing on his daughter, Carly, and his veterinary clinic. He's shut out everything else, including friends and family who want to help.
When Susan Fayard asks Nathan to treat an injured dog, she can't help but see how much his isolation is hurting the handsome widower and his sweet daughter. Susan makes it her mission to help Nathan rebuild his trust in others. Even though he's grateful, Nathan refuses to rely on her. After all, this mission is only temporary. If Nathan lets Susan into his life, he and his daughter could be left heartbroken when she moves on.…
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Single in San Francisco
by Cara Summers
Torrie Lassiter needs to find a man — now! Lucky for her, legend has it the skirt she's wearing is a man-magnet!In order to land a job as executive chef for the Monahan House San Francisco, Torrie must face off against another candidate — who just happens to be her ex-fiancé and the man who stole her last job, Avery La Rue! To build her confidence, Torrie plans to show up with a hot new lover on her arm — and the man behind the bar looks like the perfect candidate to play the role! What Torrie doesn't know is that he's no bartender — he's the hotel owner, and her potential employer!
Jake Monahan has registered at his own hotel incognito so he can investigate the problems that have been plaguing his latest location. When the woman he wants to hire as his chef walks into the bar looking for a man, Jake happily volunteers. But is he just trying to make sure she's the right kind of woman for the job or is his interest in the leggy brunette more personal?
Snow Emergency
by Laura Iding
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Soul Mates
by Lisa Childs
Susannah Quist-Carter had found her soul mate when she was fifteen, but a tragic twist of fate had taken him from her. Now, twenty-five years later, she meets a man who claims to have his reincarnated soul. But is it possible to love someone so deeply that even death can`t keep you apart?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Spellbound
by Kate Hoffmann
Kelsey Quinn was well aware she was different. She lived alone in an old house, she mixed herbal remedies and came from a long line of powerful witches. But that didn't mean the Town Council had a right to run her out of town, or to use the new sheriff, Will Ross, to help them do it. Kelsey was prepared to fight.
Only Will seemed more interested in her than in securing his new position. And for the first time, Kelsey felt like someone was on her side, like someone believed in her. It was a feeling more powerful than any potion she could ever concoct. But was his spell making her blind to Will's true motives?
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Sugar and Spice
by Lynnette Kent
Dr. Ian Baker is a man dedicated to his work and his patients. He recently moved to New Skye, North Carolina, because he knew he was needed in the small town. But with Thanksgiving fast approaching, and his family scheduled to arrive for a holiday visit, he realizes he needs a life outside the hospital — if only to convince his relatives that leaving Atlanta was not a huge mistake. That's where Cassandra Stuart comes in.Cass is used to running things. She runs her own successful catering business in the day, but her take-charge attitude could be the reason she still spends her nights alone. What she needs is a man who needs her. And Dr. Baker definitely needs her — to make Thanksgiving dinner and turn his house into a home before his family arrives. Will he realize what's really missing in his life is Cass?
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Sworn to Protect
by Delores Fossen
When a bomb explodes, bodyguard Vince Russo has one mandate: protect superstar Carrie Rivers and her daughter. But being close to the beautiful singer tests Vince's restraint, and he wonders which is more dangerous—the crazed stalker…or their sizzling chemistry?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Taggart's Bride
by Allison Leigh
She became pregnant by one brother, and married the other. Now her first love is back — who will Jolie choose? Seven years ago Drew Taggart married the young and pregnant Jolie Stewart when his brother had abandoned her. But now Darian Taggart is back in town and the two brothers are competing for the same woman. Who will Jolie choose?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Taking a Risk
by Brenda Novak
Gabrielle Tucker is happy at last. She's married to her soul mate, and she's been reunited with her long-lost mother — and the sister she never knew she had. Now if only she could see her ex-husband and best friend, David, find true happiness of his own… But it just so happens that Gabrielle knows the perfect woman for David — her little sister, Lindy!Lindy fell in love with David on their first date — a date arranged by her sister, Gabrielle. But it's obvious that David isn't over Gabrielle, even though she's now happily married to someone else. Which is why it's going to be very hard for Lindy to tell David that the one night of passion they shared has changed all of their lives forever…
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Tempted by the Border Captain
by Blythe Gifford
Lady-in-Waiting Mary Betoun knew better than to trust herself when it came to men—her future would be secured not by a husband, but by keeping the queen happy. So when the queen entrusts Mary to prepare a remote castle along the Scottish Borders for her visit, Mary must make everything perfect.
The castle's charming captain, Jamie Davison, is all too happy to help…if Mary helps him in return—to become a more attractive suitor for a wife. His request seems innocent enough, though Jamie's nearness makes Mary think anything but innocent thoughts. But can she trust his motives? Can she trust herself?
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The Boss's Bought Mistress
by Sharon Kendrick
Giovanni Cerruti’s wealthy family is always in the spotlight...so when his step-sister is headed for a rehabilitation clinic, he decides to work the paparazzi to keep her image from being splashed across the tabloids. With the help of his spin doctor, Giovanni devises a plan to keep the press occupied with another story — a fake engagement to his housekeeper, Misty Carmichael! But will Giovanni fall victim to his own plan?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
The Cinderella Valentine
by Liz Fielding
Indulge your appetite for romance! In this prequel to The Brides of Bella Lucia miniseries, a waitress meets her very own Prince Charming in the form of her sexy Italian boss!Polly Bright has just landed a much-needed job as a waitress at the Chelsea Bella Lucia. But on her way to report for duty, a series of mishaps leave her unfit to be seen by the guests of the posh eatery! Will the surly, but sexy, manager, Luc Bellasario, send her packing--or has this Cinderella met her very own Prince Charming?
The Doctor Everyone's Talking About
by Fiona McArthur
Zoe's Diary: I finally got up the nerve to start a conversation with the gorgeous Angus Raynor—talented surgeon, the hot topic at the hospital and infamous heartbreaker. I'm not worried about his reputation; after years of being treated like a china doll by my overprotective brothers, I'm about to strike out on my own on a round-the-world trip, so I don't want anything serious. But does Angus?
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The Greek Tycoon's Baby
by Lynne Graham
Susie Marshall can hardly believe her bad luck when the new owner of Devlin Systems is none other than her former lover — her only lover — Leos Kiriakos. Once again she is working closely with the dynamic, sexy tycoon. But what will happen when Leos learns about his son...?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
The Heart of Riverbend
by Judith Arnold
You are now entering Riverbend?the kind of place where everyone knows your name ? and your business.chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
The Italian MD's Secret Family
by Alison Roberts
Four years ago, English nurse Belinda Smith and Italian doctor Mario Antonelli shared a night of passion. But the next day, a twist of fate prevented them from meeting and starting a life together. Now Belinda’s bus crashes over an Italian cliff and she is suddenly reunited with Mario. Reigniting their passion is easy, but revealing their secrets and learning to trust each other is a very different story...chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
The Journey to Welbourne Manor
by Deb Marlowe
Orphaned by the sudden death of her father, abandoned by her suitor, heiress Emma Lawson now finds herself at the mercy of her greedy uncle—and about to be sold into marriage to the highest bidder! Rather than submit to a match with a man she loathes, Emma decides to travel to Welbourne Manor, home of her scandalous aunt, Lady Ramsden, even though she knows the path leads to almost certain ruination! But the road to Welbourne is fraught with surprises—including her wayward former beau, Robert Marchwell, who is on a mission of his own...chapter: 1 2 3 4
The Last Chance Lord
by Miranda Jarrett
Lily Avonwood’s uncle has brought his niece to London to find her a “suitable” husband, but Lily is determined to marry only for love. Facing a future as the wife of a man who desires only her money, the normally quiet and demure heiress impulsively decides to flee. Taking refuge in a stranger’s carriage, Lily soon finds herself face-to-face with the most attractive - and most unsuitable - man she’s ever met!chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6
The Ledoux Curse
by Debra Cowan
In 1688, a jealous French nobleman cursed the Ledoux family—if a Ledoux woman fell in love with a man, he would die, damning her to a life of loneliness and guilt.Despite her mother and grandmother’s warnings, Aubrey never believed in the curse. Until she fell in love with Jeff Wyrick. Until Halloween night five years ago. After that horrible night, Aubrey pushed Jeff away, vowing never to see him again or admit her feelings, even to herself. Even when he appears on her doorstep with those chiseled features and eyes that melt her resistance.
But Jeff didn’t come back for a meaningless night with Aubrey—he came back for a lifetime. And he’s willing to risk everything, including his life, to be with her.
But first they must break The Ledoux Curse.
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The Marriage Secret
by Kim Lawrence
After three years of marriage, Emily Lynch is still wildly in love with her husband, computer magnate Finn Lynch, despite his workaholic habits. The only thorn in her side is the late nights he spends working with Maeve, his ex-wife and the mother of his child. Emily has always found Finn secretive about his relationship with Maeve ? now Emily has a secret of her own to tell Finn at their anniversary dinner. But Finn spends yet another late night with Maeve...Don't miss the passion and excitement of Kim Lawrence's wonderful story, or other similar novels found in Harlequin Presents.
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The Mistress's Secret
by Julia James
Alanna Richards leafed idly along the racks of cocktail dresses. Each carried a top designer label and was swathed in protective plastic. A wry, almost self-mocking smile hovered around her mouth. Once she had a wardrobe of such dresses. Each more beautiful than the last. Her smile took on a touch of strain. But then, it had been essential that she look as good as she possibly could. Every day.Every night.
Her smile stilled. Memories, long banished, suddenly haunted her. A face —dark-eyed, desiring.
The Nerd Who Loved Me
by Liz Talley
Ten years ago, Howard Donald Long II was run out of Bonnet Creek by vicious lies, his practice, family and life nearly destroyed by the dirty allegations of one family—the Rodrigues. Now, Howard Long III, known as Tripp, is back to clear his father's name, and he's got the money and the muscles to do it.
Then he runs into Mary Belle Prudhomme. She'd been his closest friend as a kid, until they grew up, developed hormones and she rejected him. For Bear Rodrigue. She's still every fantasy he ever had come to life, yet now she seems vulnerable, alone. Tripp reaches out to her, and they find the easy connection they had when they were kids, as well as something more—forgiveness.
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The Nerd Who Loved Me
by Liz Talley
Ten years ago, Howard Donald Long II was run out of Bonnet Creek by vicious lies, his practice, family and life nearly destroyed by the dirty allegations of one family—the Rodrigues. Now, Howard Long III, known as Tripp, is back to clear his father's name, and he's got the money and the muscles to do it.
Then he runs into Mary Belle Prudhomme. She'd been his closest friend as a kid, until they grew up, developed hormones and she rejected him. For Bear Rodrigue. She's still every fantasy he ever had come to life, yet now she seems vulnerable, alone. Tripp reaches out to her, and they find the easy connection they had when they were kids, as well as something more—forgiveness.
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The Pirate
by Lyn Randal
On her way to Portugal and an arranged marriage, Lady Anne Lithgow was kidnapped by pirates! After cleverly making her escape, Lady Anne takes refuge with a band of gypsies who agree to transport her to her betrothed in Lisbon. But Alejandro Castillo, gentleman pirate, will not give up his prize that easily! Is it merely the ransom money from Anne`s father that he`s after - or has the lady herself stolen his mercenary heart?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
The Playboy Prince
by Kate Hewitt
Ella Jamison would do almost anything for her job. After her boss, architect Chase Bryant, rescued her from a humiliating situation, Ella devoted herself to his firm. But now he's asking Ella to escort the Playboy Prince around New York City. Ella despises arrogant, self-centered men like Philippe Montvidant. But the firm needs his account, and the firm comes first.
Philippe knows all about duty. His playboy act has given his tiny country much-needed publicity. Too bad the press and people like Ella only see the headlines, and never get to know the true man. And for some reason, Philippe desperately wants Ella to know the real him. But if he manages to open her eyes, will she like what she sees?
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The Playboy’s Seduction
by Lucy Monroe
Bethany`s plan was to travel to Rome, find a gorgeous Italian, have a week long affair and return home reassured she was not the passionless prude her ex thought she was. When Andre, a luscious business tycoon, crosses her path, it seems her plan is set in motion. But is there more to this fling than just what`s between the sheets...?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
The Playboy's Baby?
by Crystal Green
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The Princes Housekeeper Bride
by Carol Marinelli
When Prince Benito Fortesque of Contarini pays a visit to the island of Niroli, palace maid Alisa Moretti is assigned to the role of his housekeeper. Orphaned as a teen and left to care for her younger sister, Alisa desperately needs this job to make ends meet and pay for an education that will lead to a better life. But her employment is quickly at risk thanks to her outspoken nature—and her dangerous attraction to the playboy prince!The Prince's Mistress
by Sandra Marton
Mills & Boon® are delighted, and excited, to bring you a brand new continuity! The Royal House of Karedes features an eminent royal family, torn apart by pride and a lust for power, reunited by purity and passion…We invite you to step into the world of Karedes with this exclusive short story by Sandra Marton, then be sure to click on ‘Special Releases’ in our series links above and find the fabulous volumes of The Royal House of Karedes – there are eight in all to collect!
Billionaire Nick Karrier enjoys a life of carefree luxury in Manhattan, but he harbors a secret: he is really Prince Nicolas, heir to the throne of the island kingdom of Karas. But Nicolas has learned there can be too much of a good thing-and he is ready at last to take over from his aging father and lead his homeland in the future.
Duty demands that Nicolas also take a wife—a well—born woman hand-selected by the Council of Ministers to be his perfect queen. But before resigning himself to a loveless marriage and a life of passionless nights, “Nick” decides seducing a beautiful woman into his bed is the perfect way to spend his last days of freedom. And Chloe Sutton—an aspiring model with obvious contempt for playboys like Nick-presents just enough of a challenge to make the seduction interesting....
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The Prince's Proposal
by Carla Cassidy
What happens when a regular American girl becomes engaged to a prince?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22
The Promise
by Debra Webb
Years ago, a group of friends at Athena Academy — an elite, cutting-edge college preparatory school for women — made a sacred vow.More than a decade has passed since the Cassandras, as they were called then, promised to come together, no questions asked, if any one of them called for help. Now, one of their own has made that call. Rainy Carrington is in danger…. And the women of Athena will come together to help her in any way they can.
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The Royal Affair
by Day Leclaire
Five years ago, Princess Diandra Montgomery fled her native Verdonia, and an arranged marriage! Now, as a former palace staff member threatens to publish a tell-all book exposing the travesty of her parent's own contracted union, Diandra is forced to return home to defend the family honour. Can a mysterious ring hold the key to the truth about her parent's relationship? Only one man can help Diandra find the answers she seeks, her jilted fiance Jonas Tolken. And Jonas is more than willing to help - for a price!The Runaway Mistress
by Sandra Marton
Rio is determined to get Esmé back into his bed ? but is that enough for either of them?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
The Secret Wedding
by Liz Fielding
Ordered to attend a romance writers workshop in order to get in touch with his ?feminine? side, the last thing bestselling thriller writer Tom Garrick expects is to meet the woman who lied to him and broke his heart?his wife!Don?t miss a chapter of this exciting weekly serial by popular author Liz Fielding.
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The Sheriff's Wife
by Anna DeStefano
Amelia Reed loves being a mother to her young son, but she is also passionate about her career as a teacher. Her husband, Dillon, resists her decision to go back to work because of an agreement made years before, making Amelia feel that his faith in her is lost. Can't he understand that she loves their son just as much as he does? Why can't he see that, like him, she needs to do what makes her happy? Sheriff Dillon Reed is in love with his wife, but is disappointed that she wants to go back to work after they had decided she would stay home with their son. Concerned for their child's well-being, Dillon finds it difficult to understand why his wife can't see things his way. All of the arguing with Amelia forces Dillon to leave their home, but he knows deep down that there still might be a chance for them to be a family once again. Will he be able to make Amelia see things his way? Or will one seed of doubt force their relationship to end?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
The Spy Who Loved Her
by Marie Ferrarella
Schoolteacher by day, avid mystery fan by night, Marla O'Connor is swept into romance and adventure by a tall, dark, and dangerous stranger. Will she escape with her life ? and her heart ? intact?chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
The Tycoon's Surprise
by Katherine Garbera
Life has been handed to Maxwell Harris on a silver platter ? that is, except when it comes to finding one true love. Sabrina Tyrell is a charming diversion from the business that brought him to Amelia Island, but Max wants nothing more from her than one perfect night spent arousing the passion he senses within her.Sabrina has made a good life for herself, but she's always been unlucky in love. Trusting fate seems to find her falling flat on her face. On a dream island vacation, she meets Max, a man she suspects could bring her to a level of pleasure that has always eluded her. What she doesn't expect is to fall in love with her one-night standSabrina has made a good life for herself, but she's always been unlucky in love. Trusting fate seems to find her falling flat on her face. On a dream island vacation, she meets Max, a man she suspects could bring her to a level of pleasure that has always eluded her. What she doesn't expect is to fall in love with her one-night stand
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The Venetian's Defiant Woman
by Susan Stephens
British art conservator Charlie Bennett has arrived in Venice to advise Venetian billionaire Orlando Rossi on his most recent acquisition. Before meeting the mogul, she heads to the Rialto Bridge to do some sketching of her own. While making a caricature of the most imposing man she sees, Charlie is shocked when she is accosted by the man’s bodyguards! And she is even more surprised to learn the identity of her subject....chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
The Wedding Expert
by Darcy Maguire
Tessa Knightly has just returned to Sydney to start a business as a wedding proposal planner. Imagine her shock when one of the first men to ask for her advice on how to propose to his girlfriend is Justin Pearce, the man who broke Tessa's heart eight years ago!chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Third Time Lucky
by Allison Leigh
Dane Dalton was proud to be a rancher. He loved to work the land his family had owned for generations in his hometown of Red Rock, Texas. He'd never wanted anything else…except Charlene Kelley.
But Charlene didn't want to be a rancher's wife: she was a fashion designer. While Dane reveled in dirt and sweat and flannel, she adored lace and beads and sparkle. Charlene believed she and Dane were too different, and she'd turned him down flat. Twice. Dane was a proud man, but he was also stubborn. He'd loved Charlene all his life, and he wasn't going to let her just walk away from what they shared….
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Thirty Days
by Lilian Darcy
What happens when three waitresses in a coastal Australian town try to find love - or avoid it - during a month-long military training exercise involving Australian and American services? Courtney declares the training exercise to be her ticket out of town, and is determined to find a husband. Jen isn’t interested, and is cynical about the whole thing. And Alice isn’t looking for marriage, either - though Jen believes that if anyone deserves a brief, bittersweet and passionate romantic fling with a visiting officer, it’s Alice.
Three women...three stories... You’ll be surprised at what can happen in thirty days!
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Tomorrow's Baby
by Tara Taylor Quinn
Will one night of passion change Moira Hampshire's life forever?Brian Glory and Moira Hampshire have been friends since their days in the Peace Corps. Now back in the States pursuing separate lives, they come together to help the victims of disasters. But one night, Moira and Brian see each other in a different light — and their lives will never be the same again.
Very Hush Hush
by Jo Leigh
Janice Foster is the general manager of the soon-to-be-opened hotel Hush. New to the city, she hasn’t had the chance to do anything but work — until she finds herself face-to-face with the sexy, young carpenter she’s been flirting with for months! Lucky for her that at Hush, regular rules don’t apply....chapter: 1
Walk on the Wilde Side
by Anne Marie Winston
Ethan Wilde's mission, should he choose to accept it: very possible and very satisfying. After making his fortune mining in Brazil and living the fast life in New York, Ethan has returned to the quiet town of Bell Gap for his high school reunion — and an excuse to see Lindy Melton!Lindy was the quiet bookworm to his Wilde Man, and Ethan always regretted never asking her out. But Lindy has her own ulterior motives. Clueless with men, she never got Ethan's signals — or anyone else's. And she doesn't want to be the only 28-year-old virgin at her reunion, especially when her ex-fiancé arrives with the woman he left her for. That's where Ethan comes in...
Wedding in Venice
by Lucy Gordon
Ever since her parents divorced when she was a child, Justine has prided herself on being unromantic. She's not opposed to a little a male distraction, when she can find the time, but she'll never give herself completely to any man.Though she doesn't approve of the way her friend Dulcie was dazzled into love by a charming Venetian aristocrat, Justine has agreed to come to Venice to photograph their impending wedding. But she is determined not to get swept up in the romance of the city herself. Will all that change when she meets Riccardo, a gorgeous Venetian hotelier with an overwhelming lust for life?
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Wedding in Venice
by Lucy Gordon
Ever since her parents divorced when she was a child, Justine has prided herself on being unromantic. She's not opposed to a little a male distraction, when she can find the time, but she'll never give herself completely to any man.Though she doesn't approve of the way her friend Dulcie was dazzled into love by a charming Venetian aristocrat, Justine has agreed to come to Venice to photograph their impending wedding. But she is determined not to get swept up in the romance of the city herself. Will all that change when she meets Riccardo, a gorgeous Venetian hotelier with an overwhelming lust for life?
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What Happens in Texas
by Cathy Gillen Thacker
The morning after her sister’s Vegas bachelorette party, Jen Baxter wakes up with a splitting headache, wearing a gown she doesn’t recognize—and in the arms of a man she most definitely does: best man Rick Steele!
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Whirlwind Wedding
by Lilian Darcy
You are cordially invited to the wedding of Melinda Duncan and Ryan Courcy. Serving as bridesmaid, and threatening to steal the spotlight away from the bride, is Melinda's sister, Shallis, the reigning Miss Tennessee. Also attending are the groom's parents, who haven't been in the same room in eleven years.We do hope you'll be able to attend, despite the short notice. The invitations couldn't have been sent sooner: the bride and groom only met seven weeks ago! And, please, be on the lookout for any uninvited wedding guests that threaten to tear the couple apart before they even say their "I dos"….
Who Wouldn't Love a Cowboy?
by C.J. Carmichael
Who wouldn't love a cowboy? Callie Anderson, for one. She knows all too well the heartbreak and pain that come from loving a cowboy. And then her editor assigns her a make-or-break article on why women are so gaga over Western men—complete with a stay on the Big Horn guest ranch in Roundup, Montana, not far from where Callie grew up.
Callie isn't keen to stay on a ranch again, but she's surprised to find herself enjoying the research for the article—particularly her interactions with rugged ranch owner Jason Dowcett. The mysterious rancher has his own reasons for being guarded. And yet he might just be the man to show Callie that she can find happiness not in loving a cowboy, but in loving the right cowboy.
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Wife for Real
by Kate Walker
Eight years ago, Louise spent the night in the arms of her first love, Alex, the illegitimate son of her family's housekeeper. She awoke to find herself alone, and soon learned that her stepmother's jewelry had been stolen during the night. She angrily accused Alex of the theft. After Alex was cleared of the charges, he left town, never knowing that Louise was already carrying his child.…Alex has never forgotten the pain Louise caused him when she wrongly accused him of committing a crime. After discovering his real father was a Spanish aristocrat, Alex went to live with him, vowing never to return to England or to Louise. He's made his fortune in Spain, but when he receives an anonymous message concerning Louise, he can't resist the temptation to return once more to Helpcote Manor.…
Will of Her Own
by Darlene Gardner
Sexy Will Sandusky has earned his reputation as a ladies’ man. So when Shea Sullivan, the “older woman” he had a crush on in high school, moves back to town just before Thanksgiving, he wastes no time in asking her out. But Will is no home wrecker, and quickly backs off when he learns Shea is pregnant with another man’s child.
But Will doesn’t know that Shea recently made good on a promise to herself to be artificially inseminated if she wasn’t in a relationship by the time she turned thirty. Yet while this mom-to-be is still very single, she’s not about to get involved with a player like Will the Thrill….
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Worth the Risk
by Sarah Mayberry
Every morning Nick Malone went to a nearby café…and tried not to stare at Ella Kincaid. His former high school crush. And former successful model. So why was she sitting alone in a coffee shop looking so…fragile? He was determined to find out. No matter what it took, he'd prove to her that life—and love—was worth the risk.chapter: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
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