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Dear Ava: Enemies-to-lovers Standalone Romance
by Ilsa Madden-Mills
WSJ bestselling author Ilsa Madden-Mills delivers a gripping enemies-to-lovers, secret admirer, high school romance.The rich and popular Sharks rule at prestigious, ivy-covered Camden Prep. Once upon a time, I wanted to be part of their world-until one of them destroyed me. The last thing I expected was an anonymous love letter from one of them.Please. I hate every one of those rich jerks for what they did to me. The question is, which Shark is my secret admirer? Knox, the scarred quarterback. Dane, his twin brother. Or Chance, the ex who dumped me. . . Dear Ava, Your eyes are the color of the Caribbean Sea.That's stupid. What I really mean is, you look at me and I feel something REAL. It's been ten months since you were here, but I can't forget you. I've missed seeing you walk down the hall. I've missed you cheering at my football games. I've missed the smell of your hair.The truth is, I wanted you back then-but you had him.And then everything fell apart that night.Don't hate me because I'm a Shark. I just want to make you mine. Still. Not part of any other series. Dark high school romance. Mature Content. Recommended for 18+.
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Chaos
by Luna Mason
Everything is falling into place. A new life in a new state, living up to my name ‘The King of Chaos’. This is our new Bratva empire where we take what we want. And what a perfect way to leave behind my old life, by sleeping with my brother's new wife … on the night of their wedding. The only problem is, I may have left my heart with her. Even if she is the one woman I could never have, that didn’t stop me getting a taste. When fate puts her on my lap for a second time, I’m determined to make her mine. But my sweet Sofia is keeping a secret, one big enough to turn my world upside down. Will our love survive the truth that is waiting to explode?
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Forever After All: Liebesroman
by Catharina Maura
Verzweifelt und ohne Optionen betritt Elena Rousseau einen Herrenklub, bereit, ihren Körper zu verkaufen, um das Leben ihrer Mutter zu retten.Sie hatte nicht erwartet, dass Alexander Kennedy dort sein würde, und schon gar nicht, dass er stattdessen eine Scheinehe vorschlagen würde.Alexander zu heiraten bedeutet, wissentlich ein Werkzeug in seinem Racheplan zu werden. Aber welche Wahl hat sie?Von zwei Übeln wählt man besser das, was man schon kennt.
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All Stirred Together
by Z. A. Maxfield
Toby Andrews is cooking up more than a little trouble for Evan Blankenship. Because of pranks, indiscretions, and plain bad timing, his ability to work in New York's temples of haute cuisine is a thing of the past. When Toby's sister tells him he should look up an acquaintance whose restaurant -- Le Potiron --is failing, he doesn't have much choice. Pretty soon he's in bed, literally, with a cook who hates people, trying to save a restaurant that only the neighborhood mothers seem to love, and on the verge of another --possibly painful -- lesson or two about what it means to be successful. Evan hates everyone but Toby. Toby likes to stir things up. See what's on the menu at Le Potiron, in Stirring Up Trouble. * * * After Brendan and his mother witness a completely random tragedy, his carefully controlled life begins to fall apart. First he has nightmares and panic attacks, then he loses focus in his daily life. His board of directors insists he undergo rehab at a so-called relaxation destination and to make matters worse, they've hired newly minted psychiatrist, Dr. Dirk Melovitch, to accompany him. Dirk, whose job it is to help Brendan learn to relax, walks into the lobby of Brendan's hotel wearing a borrowed suit with an attitude that rubs Brendan the wrong way from the moment they meet. They head for the airport and their carefully planned itinerary goes out the window, one small setback at a time. From the airports of New York and Dallas, to the long, lonely highways of Texas and an upscale rehab destination in Santa Fe, Brendan and Dirk each try to gain the upper hand until both find out that it's not just life that can get a guy All Stirred Up.
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I See You
by Molly McAdams
Futures are uncertain, unpredictable—like ink spilled across the purest surface. Nearly imperceptible ripples move and flow until a unique stain is formed. The ink is permanently embedded in the surface… During one wild night in college, Jentry Michaels is a tidal wave of ink that brands Aurora Wilde’s soul. An unparalleled stain she can’t forget despite the many months that have passed—and despite the distraction she’d hoped she would find in her new relationship with Declan, the charmer who captured her heart soon after. Jentry has irrevocably touched her soul, and he is intertwined in her present and future in ways she never fathomed. Now Aurora is faced with keeping that night hidden though it feels as if the ink has indelibly etched their story across her skin. When Declan is confronted with his own personal demons, Aurora must decide if she will continue to hold tight to their relationship and a safe, reliable future with him, or if she will turn to Jentry—the guy she can’t forget no matter how hard she tries.…
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Kade
by Cheyenne McCray
After a bitter divorce, reporter Kelsey Nichols has erected a border around her heart too strong for any man to cross. She's not ready for a relationship of any kind with any man. But when Kelsey meets Kade she can think of nothing but being in his powerful arms and in his bed. Intelligence Agent Kade Owen is hot on the trail of a notorious smuggler when the sensual blonde reporter comes into his life. Once he gets a hold of Kelsey, nothing will stop Kade from winning her heart.
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From Here to You
by Jamie McGuire
One woman must decide whether she can trust a complete stranger to protect her and unborn child from the threats of her past in this touching modern romance from the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Beautiful Disaster (Library Journal). Named one of the Best Romance Books of 2018 by Bookbub! As Darby Dixon sits in a tiny Texas church bathroom on her wedding day holding a positive pregnancy test, she realizes that marrying her fiance would be the worst decision of her life. She's never been very good at standing up for herself, but she'll sure as hell stand up for her baby. With very little cash and a ton of courage, she flees town to take a new name and start a new life. As a Marine, Scott Trex Trexler worked in the most treacherous, corrupt, war-torn places on earth. With his new top-secret security job, he finally has a chance to return to the one place he's felt at peace: Colorado Springs, Colorado. The moment Trex checks in at the hotel where she's working, Darby knows he's dangerous. He may want her to think he's another hotshot firefighter, along with all the others battling the nearby mountain blaze, but something doesn't add up. No way will she get involved with another man she can't fully trust - and Trex clearly isn't telling her everything. As Darby's ex gets closer and closer to finding her, both she and Trex will soon find out that what you don't know really can hurt you. This love story is raw, brilliant, and gives women hope in the impossible. Nothing is more precious than that. --Audrey Carlan, #1 New York Times bestselling author Jamie McGuire writes with no holds barred ... real and addictive. --USA Today Heartfelt emotions, serious social concerns and exceptional character development result in a touching modern romance with inspirational overtones; a sure winner. --Library Journal
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A Million Guilty Pleasures: Million Dollar Duet
by C. L. Parker
For fans of Fifty Shades of Grey and Bared to You comes a tempting new novel of secrets, lies, and redeeming passion. Two million dollars secured Noah Crawford the most enticing woman he has ever known. Initiating Delaine Talbot into a sensuous world of pleasure took them both to the brink--again and again. But when Noah discovers why the beautiful innocent sold her body to the highest bidder, he's faced with the hardest thing he ever had to do: Set her free. Lanie can't believe Noah would let her go. Doesn't he know they share a bond deeper than sex--a connection too powerful to sever? Not even a treacherous enemy out to destroy Noah or the dark secret haunting the multimillionaire can keep them apart. But first Lanie has to show him that he belongs to her, even if it means risking everything for a love that can never be bought or sold. A Million Guilty Pleasures is an erotic romance intended for mature audiences--
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Rituals for love
by Shamara Ray
When lovers, friends, and competitors—Cain and Jade—mix business with pleasure, the perfect relationship gives way to imperfection in this saucy romance from the bestselling author of Recipe for Love . Rituals and Eden are two of the trendiest restaurants on Long Island and the owners are not only competitors, but also a sizzling hot couple. After one year together, Cain and Jade are embarking on a joint venture—opening a new eatery and spa in New York City called Genesis. As they become consumed with launching Genesis, the fire in their relationship starts to flicker and sparks begin to ignite for Cain and Jade in all the wrong places. Mistakes are made that put their trust, honesty, and commitment to the test. Can Jade and Cain prevent the complete failure of Genesis, and their relationship, or will they let both investments go up in smoke? It’s not enough to know the recipe; if love is to endure, they have to remember the Rituals for Love. For anyone who’s ever been in love—whether it’s with a person or a career— Rituals for Love delves into the complexities of balancing between a career, lovers, and friends. From joy to pain to everything in between, you’ll find the perfect combination of romance and real-life drama in this deliciously sexy story.
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The Departed
by Shiloh Walker
From the national bestselling author of The Missing comes an all-new novel of romantic suspense about a man who's haunted by regret and consumed by desire...A LIFELONG OBSESSION FBI Special Agent Taylor Jones has made it his mission to save those in harm's way by any means necessary-including employing psychic agents like Desiree Dez Lincoln, who can communicate with the disembodied spirits of the dead. Taylor is haunted by his own ghost, his kid sister, gone missing at age six. For a quarter of a century he has been tortured by her loss and the mystery of her disappearance.A NIGHT'S INDISCRETION When Dez is seriously wounded, Taylor can no longer hide his feelings for her. Getting involved could spell disaster for both of them-not to mention those who rely on them for help-but once Dez lays her hands on him, he can't resist the fierce attraction. But after giving in to his desires, Taylor pulls back, and Dez strikes out on her own.AN INESCAPABLE PASSION Responding to the call of another anguished spirit, Dez is led to Taylor's old hometown. As the two are forced to come together to save a girl in peril, Dez may be able to help Taylor finally find the answers he's been looking for...
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Lover Unbound
by J. R. Ward
#1 New York Times bestselling author J. R. Ward's Black Daggar Brotherhood series continues as the cold heart of a cunning predator is warmed against its will... Ruthless and brilliant, Vishous, son of the Bloodletter, possesses a destructive curse and a frightening ability to see the future. As a pretrans growing up in his father's war camp, he was tormented and abused. As a member of the Black Dagger Brotherhood, he has no interest in love or emotion, only the battle with the Lessening Society. But when a mortal injury puts him in the care of a human surgeon, Dr. Jane Whitcomb compels him to reveal his inner pain and taste true pleasure for the first time--until a destiny he didn't choose takes him into a future that cannot include her....
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Love Game
by Maggie Wells
Kate Snyder scored her first national championship in her undergrad days at Wolcott University, and now she’s a coaching legend. The last thing she wants is to work beside a washed-up coach escaping scandal, but the University hands her Danny McMillan. Danny was hoping his transition at Wolcott University would go smoothly, but clashing with snarky Kate has made things difficult. Even as she finally lightens up towards him, a local reporter can’t get enough of their verbal fireworks on camera. What the cameras don’t know is that the sparks are even hotter behind the scenes…
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