Apple Books Chart: Contemporary Romance Novels 2026

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The Woman from Nowhere - Kristen Ashley Cover Art

The Woman from Nowhere

The Woman from Nowhere by Kristen Ashley

After a heartbreaking betrayal, Mabel Adams reinvents herself for the fourth time. Regardless of the alarming reputation of the deceptively sleepy town of Misted Pines, she decides to move all the way across the country to start yet again. Mabel has a one-night stand with a mountain man who rocks her world in bed but doesn't tell her his name. The next day, after receiving a threatening note from her neighbors, she discovers she's living next to an extremist cult where the women go in and are never seen again. After serving, former Navy SEAL Hutch Hutchison is living a peaceful life on his patch in the mountains outside Misted Pines. He's been burned so many times by women, he's happy to train his guard dogs, play his guitar, live remote, and most of all, quiet. Until he hooks up with a beautiful woman who lives just down the way. And then he discovers she's been threatened by the cult next door. Hutch's protective instinct sparks, and he decides his next mission is to keep Mabel safe at all costs. But there's something even hinkier about that cult than Hutch or local law enforcement expect. As Hutch executes the riskiest mission of his life—keeping Mabel safe at the same time keeping both of their hearts intact—Hutch and the Sheriff's Department try to unravel the mystery of The Lion and The Lamb before it's too late. Because Mabel is in their crosshairs. And Hutch is not about to allow her to disappear.

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The Paris Match

The Paris Match by Kate Clayborn

"The most engrossing love story. A 2026 must-read."—Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling authors of Love and Other Words AN AMAZON BEST OF ROMANCE PICK FOR APRIL ∙ A LIBRARY READS HALL OF FAME PICK FOR APRIL ∙ A JULIA QUINN TODAY SHOW RECCOMENDATION FOR 2026 ∙ A TOWN & COUNTRY BEST NEW ROMANCE NOVEL TO READ IN 2026 A woman tests the limits of her so-called amicable divorce when she flies to Paris for the destination wedding of her former sister-in-law, only to butt heads with the deliciously gruff best man, in a poignant and romantic novel from Kate Clayborn. Physician Layla Bailey has spent over a year telling herself she's moved on from a painful but amicable divorce from her college sweetheart. Staying friends with her ex seemed like the mature thing to do, but when Layla is invited to her former sister-in-law’s destination wedding in Paris—where Layla once spent her own romantic honeymoon—she knows her commitment to maturity might be her worst enemy…especially since her ex isn’t attending alone. The only thing that could make the week more difficult is getting through it without the distraction of the wedding.... But when what Layla thought was a harmless conversation about the choices of her younger self leads to the bride getting cold feet, Layla finds herself facing down the groom’s mysterious, taciturn best man, Griffin, who will do anything to make sure this wedding happens. Since she broke it, Griff demands she help him fix it. Going along with his plan to alleviate the engaged couple's doubts seems like Layla’s best chance at maintaining a good relationship with a family she once called her own. But as she learns more about the past heartbreak that’s driving Griff to help his friend, she gets closer and closer to confronting the true depth of her own pain…while finding herself more and more willing to risk it all again for Griff. “[A] tremendous love story … proof that Clayborn only gets better with every book.” — Kirkus (STARRED)

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Honeysuckle Texas : Boxed Set I Books 1-3

Honeysuckle Texas : Boxed Set I Books 1-3 by Chris Keniston

Step into Honeysuckle, Texas, a charming small town where love, family, and ranching roots run deep. USA TODAY Bestselling Author Chris Keniston invites you to meet the Sweet family and their close-knit community filled with the lovable characters readers have come to expect. If you enjoy heartwarming romances brimming with laughter, love, and a touch of cowboy charm, you'll find it all in this unforgettable series. Prepare to be swept away by stories that will warm your heart and leave you smiling. This collection includes books 1-3 of the series: Sweet Beginnings: When the Sweet family’s Texas ranch is threatened, Preston Sweet knows he and his siblings must do whatever it takes to save the land that has been in his family for generations—even marry. To everyone’s surprise, their neighbor Sarah Conroy offers to join forces with Preston to protect the ranch. What begins as a simple arrangement, soon takes unexpected turns. Can they withstand growing complications without losing the friendship they’ve always valued—or will this sweet beginning lead to a happily ever after? Sweet Surprise: When Carson Sweet runs into an old college friend, the last thing he expects is a nine year old boy with his smile—or a second chance at something real. Jessica Pratt didn’t come to Honeysuckle looking for a future, but the warm-hearted town—and one very special man—might just convince her to stay. A marriage of convenience could save more than Carson’s family ranch... it might just heal three hearts in the process. Sweet Temptation: Sparks fly when schoolteacher Garret Sweet rescues city girl Jackie Drake from the aftermath of heartbreak. Desperate to save his family's ranch, Garret needs a wife—fast. Stranded with nowhere to go, Jackie needs a fresh start. Their solution? A marriage in name only. Except, pretending to fall in love shouldn't feel this real—or this tempting. Welcome to Honeysuckle, Texas, where business arrangements have a delicious way of turning into matters of the heart. Also in the Honeysuckle, Texas Series: Sweet Deal Sweet Obsession Sweet Tomorrows Sweet Redemption Sweet Rescue : K9 Heroes Sweet Devotion : K9 Heroes

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The Night We Met

The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Say You'll Remember Me  comes   a   beautiful, compelling novel that revels in laughter, friendship, and the messy choices life can throw our way. In everyone’s life, there’s a split-second decision that can change everything... For Larissa, it came when choosing who to ride home with after a concert. That night, she had no idea she’d met the perfect man. She and Chris are great friends, co-parenting a slightly unhinged rescue Yorkie, sharing their favorite books, and judging bread (pumpernickel for the win!). For the first time amid all her side hustles to scrape by, things finally feel easy. But she didn’t choose Chris to drive her home all those months ago—she went with his best friend, and he became her boyfriend. All Chris wants is for Larissa to be happy. Standing by on the sidelines is slowly killing him, but making a move would destroy someone else. How can something that feels so right be absolutely impossible? 

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Saving Jase

Saving Jase by Kaci Rose

She's his curvy military pen pal turned best friend. He thinks he's way too old for her. Then one kiss in Key West rewrote every rule they ever made. Rylee I never planned on falling in love with my pen pal. Jase was just supposed to be a class assignment—one letter to a deployed soldier. But one letter turned into hundreds… Into years. Into the safest friendship I've ever known. Into something I was too scared to admit even to myself. And now he's here. Standing in front of me at a beach bar in Key West, looking at me like he's memorizing every inch of me. He's gentle, sweet, and when he kisses me, I swear I feel every letter we ever shared. I don't know how this ends. But for the first time in my life, I'm ready to stop hiding… Jase Rylee has been my lifeline through deployments, heartbreak, and every hard moment in between. I've memorized her handwriting, her humor, the way she pours her heart into every letter. But her in real life? She's so much more. She's stunning, smart, talented, and strong in ways she doesn't even realize. The way she looks at me? It ruins me. The way she kisses me? I'm done for. And when I finally get her in my bed, my only thought is mine. I never meant to fall in love. But one week with her is enough to make me want forever.  

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Happy Ending

Happy Ending by Chloe Liese

From USA TODAY bestselling author Chloe Liese, a clever and heartwarming rom-com that is perfect for fans of Christina Lauren and Annabel Monaghan about two best friends who must fake a relationship for their exes. Thea and Alex have three things in common—they love food, they hate where they live, and they’re both divorced. Otherwise, they couldn’t be more different. Thea’s never cooked a day in her life. Alex is a world-class chef. Alex resents feeling stuck in his hometown. Thea resents the town for not feeling more like home. Thea and her ex are in a contentious custody battle for their dog. Alex and his ex amicably coparent their daughter. Beyond a few friends in common, a couple small-world connections (welcome to life in a mid-size city), their lives look nothing alike. Fast forward two years, and they’re truly the best of friends. No one would ever know their friendship began as a lie… Two years ago, their exes got together immediately following their divorces, and somehow, Thea and Alex found themselves spinning a spite-fueled story about being old friends and first loves. Two years later, what began as a ruse has grown into real friendship—just friendship, despite what friends and family seem to think. But when their exes invite them on a two-week, “two family” beach vacation—daughter and dog included—Alex and Thea start to wonder if this story they’ve spun might have gotten away from them, and if it’s led them to the last place they ever thought it could: a happy ending.

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The Feud

The Feud A Blackburn Novel by Sawyer Bennett

New York Times bestselling author, Sawyer Bennett, welcomes you to Bluegrass Empires, a sweeping series of sexy romance standalones. Set among the rolling hills of Kentucky horse farms and bourbon distilleries, these seductive tales are steeped in bloodline feuds that run deep and without forgiveness. As the oldest of his siblings, Ethan Blackburn bears the weight of responsibility for the day-to-day operations of Blackburn Farms, the largest Saddlebred breeding and training facility in Kentucky. Serious, gruff and solely focused on the success of the family business, Ethan isn’t one to mince words or waste time on anything that doesn’t further his interests. But when his meticulous world is upended by a shadowed secret brought into the light, Ethan is sent into a tailspin. Marcie DeLeon just navigated her way through a bitter divorce, now intent on reimagining her life as a single career woman. She’s not looking to revisit the burden of a relationship anytime soon but when Ethan turns to her for help, she can’t help but lend a sympathetic ear to the handsome and broody man. Ethan and Marcie are strangers who find a common thread to weave them together, creating a bond neither were seeking but both are loathe to walk away from. When Ethan faces a high-stakes battle against his family’s bitter enemy, he knows without a doubt there is nothing he won’t do to win the fight. Ready to give of himself completely, Ethan prepares to face-off with his foe hoping that no matter what the outcome, Marcie will be by his side in the end. The Feud: A Blackburn Novel is a friends to lovers novel within the Bluegrass Empires series. All books in the series can be enjoyed as standalones.

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The Art of Loving You

The Art of Loving You The Forever Falling Series by Natasha Bishop

From the buzzy, viral sensation Only for the Week , comes the next book in Natasha Bishop’s The Forever Falling series, featuring an intimate bucket list road trip, sexy banter, and a sweet and spicy second chance romance. If you’re reading this, I’m dead. Dani Jenkins is a boss. A model turned influencer, she doesn’t have time for taking a risk on romance. She prefers to keep things casual, but when her mentor Tanya dies, she is brought face-to-face with the man who broke her heart. Dani and Micah had their chance at love . . . Artist Micah Wright is a protector who loves fiercely. He’s known as the man everyone can count on, but he’s never forgiven himself for letting down the woman he loves. With Tanya’s dying wish forcing Dani and Micah back together to complete a scavenger hunt road trip, Micah sees a second chance for them to get things right. Does time heal all wounds? Tensions are high as their undeniable connection reignites, but Dani refuses to let her guard down. As they continue their journey, Micah is determined to prove to Dani that love is worth fighting for, but can she release her fears and relearn the art of loving? Tropes: Friends to lovers / He falls first / Second-chance romance / Black joy / Forced proximity / Right person, wrong time / Fling to forever

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Haden

Haden by Becca Jameson

I’ve had my eye on her for four years, but she’s my best friend’s much younger sister and off limits. She is a breath of fresh air. Feisty, sassy, and strong-willed. She’s also Brody’s younger sister. There’s no ignoring her, though. We’ve both moved to the Wilde mansion. Everyone is right; cupid’s arrow strikes all who enter. I’m way too dominant for her. But she craves my brand of bossy. Every woman at this estate is pregnant. Mine will be, too, as soon as she agrees to marry me. Welcome to Wilde—a small town in Arizona owned by an eccentric billionaire with an unusual will. The old geezer left everything to any grandchildren who agree to manage the estate for ten years. If only it were that simple… The Wilde Heirs is a contemporary romance series that includes age gap, billionaires, enemies to lovers, small town, love at first sight, bossy, possessive heroes, and a strong desire to fill the mansion with the next generation of heirs.

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Chasing the Fire

Chasing the Fire A Silver Pines Novel by Paisley Hope

Laurel Creek’s fire chief is good at putting out fires and keeping secrets, but the town sweetheart is determined to burn through his defenses in the blazing-hot finale to the Silver Pines Ranch series. She's as wild as fire. He's ready to burn for her. The owner of a popular boutique, Olivia Sutton is the darling of Laurel Creek. While Olivia may be as sweet as the baked treats she loves to create, beneath her good girl exterior, she harbors a secret desire: a man who can take control. Enter Asher Reed, the town’s fire chief. Asher keeps everything in his life carefully controlled . . . except when it comes to Olivia, the copper-haired beauty who has captured his attention in ways he can’t ignore. When a moment of weakness leads to two pink lines, Olivia and Asher agree to spend more time together, determined to be friends. But when Olivia realizes the smoldering firefighter might be the key to the future she’s always dreamed of, will their spark ignite—or be extinguished by the weight of his secrets?

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The Quinn Brothers

The Quinn Brothers 2-in-1 by Nora Roberts

#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts presents the first two novels in a captivating saga about the lives and loves of four brothers on the windswept shores of the Chesapeake Bay. Sea Swept A champion boat racer, Cameron Quinn travels the world spending his winnings on champagne and women. But when his dying father calls him home to care for Seth, a troubled young boy not unlike Cameron once was, his life changes overnight. Rising Tides Of the three brothers, it was Ethan who shared his father's passion for the Maryland shore. And now with his father gone, Ethan is determined to make the family boat-building business a success. But amidst his achievements lie the most important challenges of his life.

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Rust and Marrow

Rust and Marrow by Brea Holden

Harper Hayes would rather freeze to death than accept help from Cade Lawson. She inherited a failing Montana ranch and a mountain of debt the day her father's heart stopped beating. For six years, she has held it together alone — starving herself to feed her cattle, patching fences with frozen hands, refusing every offer from the ruthless land baron next door who wants to swallow her property whole. Cade Lawson doesn't make offers. He makes inevitabilities. He owns eleven thousand acres, a hundred men, and the patience of a predator who has been circling Harper's boundary for six years, waiting for her stubbornness to break. He tells himself it's business. He tells himself it's strategy. He's been lying since year four. Then the worst blizzard in a century buries the valley. Harper's truck dies in a snowdrift. Her body is shutting down. And the only man for miles rides through the whiteout to drag her — screaming, fighting, half-frozen — into his remote hunting cabin. No power. No radio. No rescue coming. Twelve days. One room. A fire that keeps dying. A hatred that won't. Trapped together in a space barely big enough to breathe, their six-year war turns into something far more dangerous. Every shared blanket is a battlefield. Every accidental touch is a detonation. And when the cold forces them skin to skin, the line between survival and surrender disappears completely. He saved her life. Now he refuses to give it back. RUST AND MARROW is a scorching enemies-to-lovers dark romance featuring forced proximity, a possessive alpha hero, and heat levels that will melt the snow off your screen. This is Book 1 in the Whiteout Sins series. Content warning: explicit sexual content, aggressive possession, survival situations, emotional intensity. Intended for readers 18+.

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Convincing Alex - Nora Roberts Cover Art

Convincing Alex

Convincing Alex by Nora Roberts

Convincing Alex by Nora Roberts released on Jul 29, 2025 is available now for purchase.

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Callous Hands

Callous Hands by Brea Holden

She wasn't supposed to stay. Clara Hayes pulls into a sprawling Texas junkyard with a dying car, eight dollars, and a four-year-old son asleep on her hip. She's running from a man who broke her. She needs a place to hide—just long enough to catch her breath, find a job, and disappear again. Vance doesn't speak. He communicates through locked gates, midnight repairs, and a silence so heavy it pins her to the ground. He charges her almost nothing for the rusted trailer at the edge of his lot. He leaves groceries on her doorstep before dawn. He builds her son a toy truck from scrap metal with hands that could crush a car into a cube. He's not being kind. He's building a cage. Every act of generosity is a wall going up. Every broken thing he fixes is a chain tightening. The diner where she works shuts down. Her car runs fine on county roads but dies on the highway. The gate she drives through every night requires a remote she doesn't own. And the man who holds that remote has decided—quietly, absolutely, without asking—that she and the boy belong to him. She should be terrified. She should fight. She should find a way out before the last door closes. But Clara is so tired of running. And the monster at the center of the cage is the first man who's ever made her feel safe. When a ghost from her past shows up at the fence, Vance does what Vance does. He handles it. With a toolbox and a four-hour drive and hands he scrubs clean before coming home. Now Clara has a choice. The open road—or the man who destroyed it for her. She knows which one she'll pick. She knew the moment she walked onto his dirt.

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Only on Gameday

Only on Gameday by Kristen Callihan

An ALL-NEW sports romance from New York Times bestseller Kristen Callihan with high emotional stakes and a slow-burn, steamy heat level. A “fake” fiancée is just the trick to help a bad-boy football player clean up his image. Trouble is, there’s nothing fake about the way August feels about his “pretend” fiancée. August Luck is on the brink of greatness: top NFL draft pick, a great team, multiple corporate sponsorships, but he keeps messing it up with bonehead moves. After his latest shenanigan goes viral, everyone is telling him to get his act together. Penelope Morrow grew up with August. Their mothers were best friends. Unfortunately, Pen always fled the room with a look of disapproval on her pretty face whenever August was around. But Pen has a problem too: she inherited her grandparent’s house and can’t pay the estate tax. On a whim, August decides a temporary public engagement is the solution to both their problems—he’ll pay her taxes, and she’ll help his image. Win-win. But, when it comes to Pen, nothing is certain or safe. Because Pen isn’t so reserved anymore. This time, she’s smiling back at him. And he likes it. A lot. Will they each survive the ruse unscathed? Game on... Perfect for readers who love: Shy girl/sunshine boy Hero in hot pursuit Unrequited love + epic yearning Fake dating (or is it?) Delicious slow-burn romance Childhood nemeses (all grown up)

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The Space Between Now & Forever

The Space Between Now & Forever by Melissa Toppen

I fell in love with Sutton Barnett the first time I saw him. I couldn't explain it, or rationalize it, but in some weird way it's like I knew he was the one that would change everything. And he did. Just not the way I expected. I blamed him for my pain. Let it fester in my chest until it had ripped apart any shred of the girl I once was. But he wasn't the first to break me. No, that came before Sutton. Before his bright blue eyes made me believe in something more. Before his touch made me forget. And now he's here, after six long years, trying to piece together something that isn't his responsibility to fix. Being with Sutton is like being brought back to life. He ignites something in me I didn't even know was there. A fight I thought I had long since lost. But Sutton isn't the only man in my life. And while I could so easily give him my heart, there's another that I loved first. Maybe not in the same way, but just as completely. His brother Remi. Torn between the brother I love and the one I can't live without; I find myself in the midst of an impossible decision. But when the truth of my past is finally revealed, I realize the decision may no longer be mine to make. And what happens next will determine not just the present, but every day that follows from now until forever. The Space Between Now & Forever is the second and final installment in The Space Between Duet. You MUST read The Space Between Love & Hate before reading this book. **Contains content dealing with sexual abuse. 

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Hate Me or Love Me

Hate Me or Love Me An Enemies to Lovers Romance Collection by Ella Miles

An Enemies to Lovers Romance Collection! NOT SORRY To Sean Burrows,   I am writing to inform you that I would like to apply for the management position. As an assistant, I know I have limited qualifications, but I am loyal and have been an assistant here for almost five years.  I apologize for the initial meeting where I was late in picking you up from the airport, spilled coffee on you, and introduced you incorrectly, among other things. I know I did not make a great first impression, but I need this job. No one should still be an assistant when entering their thirties.  I have attached my résumé. I'm sorry for taking up so much of your valuable time.   Thank you for your consideration,   Olive Porter   P.S. I'm sorry for kissing you on the lips. I really was trying to kiss you on the cheek. I was told you were European, so I was trying to make you comfortable. I was clearly wrong about both. SAVAGE LOVE I hate him. He's made my life a living hell every day since we were five years old. We've been enemies since the day he cut off my pigtails in first grade and I retaliated by drawing on his face with a sharpie. Our hate of each other grew stronger as we got older. We grew more savage in the way we dealt with each other. We broke bones in fights, sabotaged each other's dates, and ruined any chance each other had at happiness. We went our separate ways after college. I never thought I'd have to deal with that a*****e again. But I'm out of a job, so when the opportunity to compete for one of the highest profile PR jobs presented itself, I jumped at the chance. Even if it means I'll have to compete with Carter for the job. I'll be more than happy to crush him on the way to my dream job. I'm willing to do anything, savage things, to ensure I win. There's just one problem. I forgot how much my body betrays me every time I see Carter. Because despite all the horrible things he's done, it doesn't stop me from wanting to do naughty, unthinkable things with him. Will my savage heart be enough to resist his charms?  FINDING PERFECT I want the perfect man, and Ace Knight isn’t him. He’s a foul-mouthed, pothead, tattooed bastard. He may have saved my life, but he also cost me my nursing career with one smug kiss. Now I’m broke, homeless, and jobless. I wanted a man in a suit. Tall, dark, and handsome. Not broken, cursing, and cynical. Knight thinks I’m the perfect woman for him. Perfect to help him keep his ex-wife from inheriting his millions. I can’t refuse his offer. I need the money. But what if he expects me to…sleep with him. I can’t…I won’t…until he smirks and then I’m toast. I think I need a new plan. Bad boy + flawed girl does not equal perfect. This collection includes 3 standalone contemporary romances: Not Sorry, Savage Love, & Finding Perfect.

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Kace

Kace A Pittsburgh Titans Novel by Sawyer Bennett

Kace Elliott is the hockey player with a genius IQ and a secret side hustle in applied physics. He’s falling for his research partner, but she doesn’t know who he is outside of the lab. Now, the closer they get, the harder it becomes for him to keep his two worlds from colliding. On the ice, I’m Kace Elliott—starting goalie for the Pittsburgh Titans, fighting to prove myself in the playoffs. Off it, I’m William—a scientific researcher, quietly holding on to the academic world I’ll return to when hockey is over. Both versions are real, they just aren’t meant to overlap. Until Dr. Laurel Kent. Laurel is brilliant, principled, and deeply rooted in a world where transparency matters. She knows me online as William, her intellectual equal, the man who shares her passion for data, late-night collaboration, and easy, unexpected chemistry. William is very much her type whereas athletes are not. I need her to like the bigger part of me—the hockey player. When she meets me in person, as Kace, I make the choice to let her see the type of man she’s sworn off from ever dating. She gets the Titans goalie and all the craziness that comes with the playoffs. But here’s where it gets complicated: I make the dangerous decision not to tell her Kace and William are the same person. By some stroke of luck, Laurel agrees to give Kace a shot, and our time together is more than I ever hoped for. The closer together we grow, the less she talks about William, and I convince myself I’ll tell her the truth when the timing is better, once I’m able to prove I’m more than the label she’s written off. But timing has a way of unraveling even the best intentions. ​​​​​​​ As the pressure of the playoffs intensifies, the boundary I’ve relied on becomes impossible to maintain. When Laurel discovers how closely intertwined my worlds really are, I’m faced with the cost of asking someone to love only part of me. And winning on the ice means nothing if I lose the woman who made me want to stop dividing my life in two.

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Part of Your World

Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez

Opposites attract in this magical, delightful contemporary romance from the #1  New York Times  bestselling author of  Say You'll Remember Me. After a wild bet, gourmet grilled-cheese sandwich, and cuddle with a baby goat, Alexis Montgomery has had her world turned upside down. The cause: Daniel Grant, a ridiculously hot carpenter who’s ten years younger than her and as casual as they come—the complete opposite of sophisticated city-girl Alexis. And yet their chemistry is undeniable. While her ultra-wealthy parents want her to carry on the family legacy of world-renowned surgeons, Alexis doesn’t need glory or fame. She’s fine with being a “mere” ER doctor. And every minute she spends with Daniel and the tight-knit town where he lives, she’s discovering just what’s really important. Yet letting their relationship become anything more than a short-term fling would mean turning her back on her family and giving up the opportunity to help thousands of people. Bringing Daniel into her world is impossible, and yet she can’t just give up the joy she’s found with him either. With so many differences between them, how can Alexis possibly choose between her world and his?

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In Your Dreams

In Your Dreams A Novel by Sarah Adams

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A homecoming to Rome, Kentucky, sparks a new romance—and lots of drama—between two old family friends, from the New York Times bestselling author of When in Rome, Practice Makes Perfect, and Beg, Borrow, or Steal . AN ELLE BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR Madison Walker left Rome, Kentucky, determined to make it in the culinary world. But after years of chasing success in New York, all she has to show for it is her shattered confidence and a desperate need for a fresh start. Coming home isn’t part of the plan—until an unexpected job offer lands in her lap: the head chef position at a new farm-to-table restaurant in her hometown. The only catch? It comes from James Huxley, owner of Huxley Farm, her brother’s best friend. James has always played it safe, keeping his head down and running the family business. But when Madison’s happiness is on the line, he’s willing to take up his estranged brother’s offer to launch a restaurant. James has loved her quietly for years, knowing she’s never seen him as more than an annoyance, but now that she’s back, he’s determined to change that. Madison and James are tasked with launching the dreamy restaurant in record time, but keeping things strictly professional soon becomes impossible, and the town can’t help but meddle in their relationship. As opening night looms closer, Madison’s fears threaten to hold her back. When an unexpected disaster collides with a long-simmering sibling feud, both Madison and James will have to face their biggest insecurities—and decide if love is worth the risk or if some dreams are safer left untouched.

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Say You'll Remember Me

Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez

The instant #1 New York Times bestseller! “No one does funny, emotional, life-affirming love stories quite like Abby Jimenez. She just keeps outdoing herself." ―Emily Henry There's no such thing as a perfect guy, but Xavier Rush comes disastrously close. A gorgeous veterinarian giving Greek god vibes—all while cuddling a tiny kitten? Immediate yes. That is until Xavier opens his mouth and proves that even sculpted gods can say the absolute wrong thing. Like, really wrong. Of course, there’s nothing Samantha loves more than proving an a*****e wrong ... unless, of course, he can admit he made a mistake. But after one incredible and seemingly endless date, Samantha is forced to admit the truth, that her family is in crisis and any kind of relationship would be impossible. Samantha begs Xavier to forget her. To remember their night together as a perfect moment, as crushing as that may be. Only no amount of distance or time is enough to forget what's between them. And the only thing better than one single perfect memory is to make a life—and even a love—worth remembering.

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The Return

The Return by Nicholas Sparks

In the romantic tradition of Dear John , an injured Navy doctor meets two extremely important women whose secrets will change the course of his life in this #1 New York Times bestseller. Trevor Benson never intended to move back to New Bern, North Carolina. But when a mortar blast outside the hospital where he worked sent him home from Afghanistan with devastating injuries, the dilapidated cabin he'd inherited from his grandfather seemed as good a place to regroup as any. Tending to his grandfather's beloved beehives, Trevor isn't prepared to fall in love with a local . . . yet, from their very first encounter, Trevor feels a connection with deputy sheriff Natalie Masterson that he can't ignore. But even as she seems to reciprocate his feelings, she remains frustratingly distant, making Trevor wonder what she's hiding. Further complicating his stay in New Bern is the presence of a sullen teenage girl, Callie, who lives in the trailer park down the road. Trevor hopes Callie can shed light on the mysterious circumstances of his grandfather's death, but she offers few clues—until a crisis triggers a race to uncover the true nature of Callie's past, one more intertwined with the elderly man's passing than Trevor could ever have imagined. In his quest to unravel Natalie and Callie's secrets, Trevor will learn the true meaning of love and forgiveness . . . and that in life, to move forward, we must often return to the place where it all began.

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Tears of the Moon

Tears of the Moon Gallaghers of Ardmore Trilogy by Nora Roberts

BOOK TWO OF THE GALLAGHERS OF ARDMORE TRILOGY High above the tidy village of Ardmore on a windy cliff, there is magic and music in the air, and #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts will help you find it… A talented songwriter, Shawn Gallagher spends his days lost in reverie and wonder, oblivious to the wiles of women and the ways of the world. He claims that he’s content with his life, but his music tells a different story—one of loneliness and desperate longing… No one understands why Shawn doesn’t put his musical gift to profitable use—least of all Brenna O’Toole, a fiercely independent tomboy who has been secretly in love with him for years. But it is only when Shawn gives in to the mysteries of magic that he gets the chance to fulfill his destiny as a man and a musician. Don't miss the other books in the Gallaghers of Ardmore Trilogy Jewels of the Sun Heart of the Sea

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Jewels of the Sun

Jewels of the Sun Gallaghers of Ardmore Trilogy by Nora Roberts

BOOK ONE OF THE GALLAGHERS OF ARDMORE TRILOGY In Gallagher’s Pub, where the fire is burning low and the pints are waiting, #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts has a story to tell... Determined to reevaluate her life, Jude Murray flees America to take refuge in Faerie Hill Cottage, immersing herself in the study of Irish folklore and discovering hope for the future of the magical past. Finally back home in Ireland after years of traveling, Aidan Gallagher possesses an uncommon understanding of his country’s haunting myths. Although he’s devoted to managing the family pub, a hint of wildness still glints in his eyes—and in Jude, he sees a woman who can both soothe his heart and stir his blood. And he begins to share the legends of the land with her—while they create a passionate history of their own. Don’t miss the other books in the Gallaghers of Ardmore Trilogy Tears of the Moon Heart of the Sea

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Grayton Series Books 1-3

Grayton Series Books 1-3 by Jill Sanders

Last Resort (Book 1-3) When Cassey’s business is in jeopardy, she gets an interesting offer from a local hotel owner. He has been trying to run her business into the ground so his family can snatch up the land for cheap. But, how can she turn him away when just the sight of the man makes her heart jump out of her chest? Luke was sent by his father, owner of the swankiest and longest-operating resort

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See Jane Score

See Jane Score by Rachel Gibson

This is Jane. A little subdued. A little stubborn. A little tired of going out on blind dates with men who drive vans with sofas in the back, Jane Alcott is living the Single Girl existence in the big city. She is also leading a double life. By day, she’s a reporter covering the raucous Seattle Chinooks hockey team—especially their notorious goalie Luc Martineau. By night, she’s a writer, secretly creating the scandalous adventures of “Honey Pie”, the magazine series that has all the men talking. Luc has made his feelings about parasite reporters—and Jane—perfectly clear. But if he thinks he’s going to make her life miserable, he’d better think again. For as long as he can remember, Luc has been single-minded about his career. The last thing he needs is a smart-mouthed, pain-in-the-backside reporter digging into his past and getting in his way. But once the little reporter sheds her black and gray clothes in favor of a sexy red dress, Luc sees that there is more to Jane than originally meets the eye.  Maybe it’s time to take a risk. Maybe it’s time to live out fantasies. Maybe it’s time to...See Jane Score.

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Heart of the Sea

Heart of the Sea Gallaghers of Ardmore Trilogy by Nora Roberts

BOOK THREE OF THE GALLAGHERS OF ARDMORE TRILOGY Walk with #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts in the shadow of an ancient tower and hear a story of dreams fulfilled and wishes come true… Darcy Gallagher has always believed in the pull of fate, the magic of legend…and the importance of money. She longs to find a rich man who will sweep her away—into a world filled with glamour and adventure, and the exotic life that is her destiny… A wealthy businessman with Irish blood, Trevor Magee has come to Ardmore to build a theater—and to uncover the secrets hidden in his family’s past. He thought he had given up on love long ago, but Darcy Gallagher tempts him like no woman ever has. She’s gorgeous and intelligent, and she knows what she wants—and he’s more than willing to give it to her. But as their mutual attraction flares into passion, they look into their hearts—and find out what happens when you truly believe. Don't miss the other books in the Gallaghers of Ardmore trilogy Jewels of the Sun Tears of the Moon

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The Auction

The Auction A Spicy, Dark Romance Novel from a TikTok Sensation by Sadie Kincaid

The queen of dark mafia romance, Sadie Kincaid, begins her new explosively sexy Wages of Sin series with The Auction.  Beauty and the Beast meets organized crime in this tense slow-burn romance with scorching spice, thrilling suspense, and life-altering secrets.    I was trained to be a pawn, but I will rise as a queen. My life has never been my own. After the death of my parents, I was saved by my grandfather, with the promise that he would turn me over to the Brotherhood on my twenty-first birthday. I was kept away from the outside world so I could one day be sold to the highest bidder—pure and unsullied. Penance for my parents’ alleged crimes. That’s how I come to be sold at an auction. And who buys me but the reclusive billionaire, Lincoln Knight? Some say that he’s a monster, more dangerous than any of the evil men from the Brotherhood. That he wears a mask to cover his scars. But I believe he’s hiding more than just his face behind his mask.  My fate is sealed when he takes me to his crumbling mansion deep in the woods. I’m trapped. Entirely at his mercy. I have to escape. But something here isn’t what it seems. Lincoln isn’t what he seems. Maybe he’s not a monster at all. I’m drawn to him in a way that I can’t explain. Until I discover that his secrets go far beyond his mask. He’s everything I’ve been taught to fear, but what if everything I’ve ever known has been a lie?   Perfect for readers who love: Scorching hot spice Masked men Morally grey alpha heroes Determined heroines Gothic vibes Fiery slow burns Beauty and the Beast, Jane Eyre, and Wuthering Heights inspo God of Malice, Ruthless Creatures, and The Kiss Thief

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Don't Fall in Love With Me

Don't Fall in Love With Me by Paige Toon

“Paige Toon warms your heart, shatters it in pieces, then puts it back together again and again.” —Abby Jimenez Sometimes the heart wants what the heart can’t have. Grace has loved Jackson since she was fifteen. Spending every summer together exploring his grandfather’s chateau and the tumbling rivers of the gorgeous Ardèche region of France, they were best friends. Until he married someone else. Three years later, a newly single Jackson re-enters Grace’s life with an irresistible offer: her dream job in the very town where their story began. As memories from those idyllic summers flood back, Grace encounters another old friend Étienne, who proposes a plan to make Jackson jealous. Their scheme begins to work just as Grace finds herself questioning if the sparks between them might not be so pretend after all. But games can be dangerous, and Étienne is harboring a secret that could shatter Grace’s heart.

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Yours Truly

Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez

A novel of terrible first impressions, hilarious second chances, and the joy in finding your perfect match. “Jimenez is a trule talent.” —Emily Henry, New York Times bestselling author of Funny Story and People We Meet on Vacation Dr. Briana Ortiz’s life is seriously flatlining. Her divorce is just about finalized, her brother’s running out of time to find a kidney donor, and that promotion she wants? Oh, that’s probably going to the new man-doctor who’s already registering eighty-friggin’-seven on Briana’s “pain in my ass” scale. But just when all systems are set to hate, Dr. Jacob Maddox completely flips the game ... by sending Briana a letter. And it’s a really good letter. Like the kind that proves that Jacob isn’t actually Satan. Worse, he might be this fantastically funny and subversively likeable guy who’s terrible at first impressions. Because suddenly he and Bri are exchanging letters, sharing lunch dates in her “sob closet,” and discussing the merits of freakishly tiny horses. But when Jacob decides to give Briana the best gift imaginable—a kidney for her brother—she wonders just how she can resist this quietly sexy new doctor ... especially when he calls in a favor she can’t refuse. “Abby Jimenez’s words … sprinkle humor and warmth all over my life.” —Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis

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Break Away

Break Away by Karen Renee

He's the one who got away… Rafferty and I were inseparable best friends growing up. Then it ended. I avoid him as much as possible, but it's difficult since the Riot MC is one big family. When an accident throws us back together, I'm reminded of how much I love spending time with Rafferty and how perfect we used to be. The bitter-sweet reminder comes too late since our lives are headed in opposite directions. He's a Riot MC prospect, and I'm in dental school. It's good that we've moved on, because he wouldn't want a woman who still has her v-card. A man like Rafferty definitely doesn't want a woman like me. Or am I wrong? …But he never got away from her. Alexandra is the only woman I've ever wanted. After things fell apart between us, I tried to find someone else. No woman measures up to my loyal, gorgeous, spit-fire friend. She insists that her life won't be tied to the Riot MC, which means she doesn't want a biker like me in her life. Taking her home after a horrible car crash opens my eyes. We've both changed. She can run from the club, but she can't deny that the club always has her back. It's time to show her how good we can be. Not everyone is thrilled with this development, the Riot MC brothers especially. I can handle the brothers by proving I'll do anything for my woman. But a threat from Alexandra's past puts us to a test we never imagined and it might just tear us apart.

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Lucky in Love

Lucky in Love by Carolyn Brown

Book 1 of the Lucky trilogy From New York Times and USA Today -bestselling author Carolyn Brown comes a contemporary Western romance filled to the brim with sexy cowboys, gutsy heroines, and genuine down-home Texas twang. Beau Luckadeau has always been lucky at cards, lucky with cattle, and lucky with land, but he's never been lucky in love... Everything this hunky rancher touches turns to gold--except relationships. Beau hasn't got a lick of sense when it comes to women. The woman of his dreams slipped through his fingers, and he's gotten himself tied up with a gold-digger. Then spitfire Milli Torres shows up practically in his backyard. Milli can mend a fence, pull a calf, or shoot a rattlesnake between the eyes. She's come to help out at the Lazy Z Ranch, and she's horrified to learn that her nearest neighbor is the very man she hoped never to lay eyes on again. And if Beau ever figures out what really happened on that steamy Louisiana night when they first met, there'll be the devil to pay. Fans of Linda Lael Miller and Diana Palmer will thrill to this moving story of a cowboy hero who gets a second chance with the woman of his dreams. Lucky Series: Lucky in Love (Book 1) One Lucky Cowboy (Book 2) Getting Lucky (Book 3) Praise for Bestselling Contemporary Western Romances by Carolyn Brown: "An old-fashioned love story told well… A delight."— RT Book Reviews , 4 Stars "Sizzling hot and absolutely delectable."— Romance Junkies "Funny, frank, and full of heart… One more welcome example of Brown's Texas-size talent for storytelling."— USA Today Happy Ever After "Alive with humor… Another page-turning joy of a book by an engaging author."— Fresh Fiction

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Prospector's Peak

Prospector's Peak by Emma Slate

From Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Emma Slate comes the third book in the Saddles & Spurs series. I swerved off a mountain road into a ditch to avoid a moose. And then a rugged cowboy in a beast of a truck comes to my rescue. Brooks Keel. The quiet loner at Elk Ridge. The cowboy-biker who looks devastatingly good on a horse and a motorcycle. Ex-con. As a jobless twenty-three-year-old virgin, I have no business getting involved with a bad boy. But between his hard-won smiles and protective streak, my heart—and my body—hunger for him. We’re in a chrysalis of paradise and Huckleberry Hill is starting to feel like home... But then the truth about Brooks’ MC past is revealed, and my world explodes. And now I don’t recognize the man I fell in love with. I don’t recognize my baby’s father.

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It Starts with Us

It Starts with Us A Novel by Colleen Hoover

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Reminders of Him comes a riveting sequel to the “glorious and touching” ( USA TODAY ) that picks up where It Ends with Us concluded and shares what happens next for Lily and Atlas. Lily and her ex-husband, Ryle, have just settled into a civil coparenting rhythm when she suddenly bumps into her first love, Atlas, again. After nearly two years separated, she is elated that for once, time is on their side, and she immediately says yes when Atlas asks her on a date. But her excitement is quickly hampered by the knowledge that, though they are no longer married, Ryle is still very much a part of her life—and Atlas Corrigan is the one man he will hate being in his ex-wife and daughter’s life. Switching between the perspectives of Lily and Atlas, It Starts with Us picks up right where the epilogue for the “gripping, pulse-pounding” (Sarah Pekkanen, New York Times bestselling author) bestselling phenomenon It Ends with Us left off. Revealing more about Atlas’s past and following Lily as she embraces a second chance at true love while navigating a jealous ex-husband, it proves that “no one delivers an emotional read like Colleen Hoover” (Anna Todd, New York Times bestselling author).

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Illusive

Illusive by Sylvia Day

#1 New York Times bestselling author Sylvia Day goes deeper into the sultry world of the Crossroads series with Illusive — the thrilling continuation of the Crossfire® Saga spinoff that’s enthralled readers worldwide. Bayou born and raised, Ronan Boudreaux’s childhood was a fight for survival. The choices he made to save his siblings and himself set him on a spiral of self-destruction...until fate put him in the path of the father he’d never known. An old betrayal haunts three generations of his family. To destroy its malignant shadow, Ronan hides his feral nature beneath a civilized veneer and redirects his ruthlessness toward Chris Vidal, Sr. — the man whose past treachery demands the ultimate vengeance. Arriving in New York to witness Vidal’s orchestrated downfall, he’s planned for every possible intervention...except for Ireland Vidal, his enemy’s captivating daughter. Ireland is a fierce beauty whose wild spirit ignites a hunger in Ronan that won’t be denied. Faced with a choice between balancing the scales of justice or pursuing a once-in-a-lifetime woman, he must also contend with Gideon Cross, Ireland’s formidable and protective older brother. But Ronan isn’t the only one whose sights are set on Ireland and her family. And when mortal danger threatens the life of the woman he’s grown to care for, he must fight for a future he’d never dreamed could be his.

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The Mismatch

The Mismatch by Noelle Adams

Taylor doesn't like people, and she doesn't like dating. So she's the worst possible person to be stuck in a fake relationship--especially with someone as uptight as Charles Kensington. She never should have had a one-night stand with him. That was her first mistake. Because then she felt bad about his difficult family situation and had the ridiculous urge to help him out. So now she's pretending to be his girlfriend, and she's a terrible girlfriend.  She's grumpy and cynical and not good company, but she has to pretend to be head-over-heels when she's never been in love in her life. When he moved to Azalea, all Charles wanted was some time and quiet to write his book, but instead he's fallen into an absurd scheme with an infuriating woman. It's nice of her to help him out, but that's the only thing about Taylor that's nice. She's stubborn and reclusive and rude. And smoking hot. And she awakens parts of his nature he never knew existed before. He can't help but want her to see there's a lot more to him than a nice, boring guy. They're opposites. No doubt about that. But Charles wonders if this mismatch might be exactly what both of them need.

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The Mission

The Mission by Noelle Adams

Serena Holly has a mission. Help her best friend, Keith, find the love of his life before the summer is over. She and Keith have been friends since they were in school together, and nothing has changed in all these years. After getting through a messy divorce, Serena is now perfectly happy in life with her daughter, her friends, and her job as a high school teacher, but she's afraid that Keith might be lonely. He wants to start a family, and he can't do it until he falls in love. So Serena is going to help him find the right woman, and she's going to ignore all the inappropriate flutters of attraction she starts to feel for him. Keith Howell has been trying for years not to hope for more than friendship from Serena, so he agrees to her plan to spend the whole summer fixing him up. He does want someone to love. Only he wants her to be Serena. But she's finally gotten to a good place after a difficult marriage, and she doesn't want anything to disturb the life she's made for her and her daughter--especially something as risky as changing the nature of their friendship. But he can't help the way he feels about her, and he won't necessarily be able to stop himself from acting on it. Serena might think she knows what's best for him, but now Keith has a mission too.

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Reminders of him

Reminders of him La parte migliore di te by Colleen Hoover

Dopo aver scontato cinque anni di prigione per un tragico errore che è costato la vita al suo grande amore Scotty, Kenna Rowan torna a casa con l'unico desiderio di riabbracciare Diem, la figlia di quattro anni che non ha mai conosciuto. I vecchi rancori sono però duri a morire: tutti nella vita della bambina sono determinati a escludere la madre, non importa quanto duramente lavori per dimostrare di essere cambiata. L'unica persona che non le ha chiuso completamente la porta è Ledger Ward, proprietario del bar della città. Ma se qualcuno dovesse scoprire che lui, pian piano, sta diventando una parte importante della sua vita, entrambi rischierebbero di perdere la fiducia di tutti. E se Kenna vuole costruire un futuro con lui e Diem, dovrà trovare un modo per riparare agli errori del passato.

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Shot Taker

Shot Taker by Piper Lawson

He leads the league in scoring. My heart won't give him another shot. I swore I'd never come back to Denver. I'd never trust the wrong man again. But here I am, back in the same place as the bad boy athlete who broke my heart. Clay rules the basketball court, and now he's gunning for redemption. But I'm not the same girl who fell for the man behind the all-star image and reputation. He made me want him like I've never wanted anyone. He made me feel like I was the only thing that mattered. A single look can make me ache. A whispered promise in his gruff voice makes my chest tight. Clay'll do anything to prove we're worth another shot. Shot Taker is a full-length grumpy sunshine sports romance and book 2 in the completed King of the Court series. Clay and Nova's story begins in Game Changer and concludes in Play Maker .

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The Woodcarver's Model

The Woodcarver's Model by Peter E. Fenton

FROM EXCITING NEW AUTHOR OF LGBTQIA ROMANCE PETER E. FENTON Sometimes the truth is the hardest thing to reveal. Travel writer Rob Hanson has been from the summit of Mount Everest to the markets of Mogadishu. He loves adventure, he loves his job, and he loves the freedom of being single. At least that’s what he tells himself. Everything changes when an assignment takes him to a small, idyllic west-coast island where he falls in love with the local woodcarver. From the first moment he sets eyes on Mitch, he feels like he’s found his perfect match. But things are never that simple for Rob. Before long he finds himself involved with devious deals, jealous ex-lovers, and secrets from the past that refuse to go away. Rob knows that the only way to get what he needs is to reveal the truth. But does he have the courage to do what must be done in time to save himself and the man he loves?

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Maple Mountain

Maple Mountain by Emma Slate

From Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Emma Slate comes the final book in the Saddles & Spurs series. **Wyn’s Story**

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The Things We Leave Unfinished

The Things We Leave Unfinished by Rebecca Yarros

Told in alternating timelines, THE THINGS WE LEAVE UNFINISHED examines the risks we take for love, the scars too deep to heal, and the endings we can’t bring ourselves to see coming. Twenty-eight-year-old Georgia Stanton has to start over after she gave up almost everything in a brutal divorce—the New York house, the friends, and her pride. Now back home at her late great-grandmother’s estate in Colorado, she finds herself face-to-face with Noah Harrison, the bestselling author of a million books where the cover is always people nearly kissing. He’s just as arrogant in person as in interviews, and she’ll be damned if the good-looking writer of love stories thinks he’s the one to finish her grandmother’s final novel…even if the publisher swears he’s the perfect fit. Noah is at the pinnacle of his career. With book and movie deals galore, there isn’t much the “golden boy” of modern fiction hasn’t accomplished. But he can’t walk away from what might be the best book of the century—the one his idol, Scarlett Stanton, left unfinished. Coming up with a fitting ending for the legendary author is one thing, but dealing with her beautiful, stubborn, cynical great-granddaughter, Georgia, is quite another. But as they read Scarlett’s words in both the manuscript and her box of letters, they start to realize why Scarlett never finished the book—it’s based on her real-life romance with a World War II pilot, and the ending isn’t a happy one. Georgia knows all too well that love never works out, and while the chemistry and connection between her and Noah is undeniable, she’s as determined as ever to learn from her great-grandmother’s mistakes—even if it means destroying Noah’s career.

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Freed

Freed Fifty Shades Freed as Told by Christian by E L James

An instant #1 New York Times , USA Today , Wall Street Journal , and international bestseller! Relive the sensuality, the romance, and the drama of Fifty Shades Freed through the thoughts, reflections, and dreams of Christian Grey. E L James revisits the world of Fifty Shades with a deeper and darker take on the love story that has enthralled millions of readers around the globe. You are cordially invited to the wedding of the decade, when Christian Grey will make Anastasia Steele his wife. But is he really husband material? His dad is unsure, his brother wants to organize one helluva bachelor party, and his fiancée won't vow to obey… And marriage brings its own challenges. Their passion for each other burns hotter and deeper than ever, but Ana's defiant spirit continues to stir Christian's darkest fears and tests his need for control. As old rivalries and resentments endanger them both, one misjudgment threatens to tear them apart. Can Christian overcome the nightmares of his childhood and the torments of his youth, and save himself? And once he's discovered the truth of his origins, can he find forgiveness and accept Ana's unconditional love? Can Christian finally be freed?

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Maybe Someday

Maybe Someday by Colleen Hoover

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Reminders of Him and It Ends with Us comes a passionate tale of friendship, betrayal, and romance. At twenty-two years old, Sydney is enjoying a great life: She’s in college, working a steady job, in love with her wonderful boyfriend, Hunter, and rooming with her best friend, Tori. But everything changes when she discovers that Hunter is cheating on her—and she’s forced to decide what her next move should be. Soon, Sydney finds herself captivated by her mysterious and attractive neighbor, Ridge. She can't take her eyes off him or stop listening to the passionate way he plays his guitar every evening out on his balcony. And there’s something about Sydney that Ridge can’t ignore, either. They soon find themselves needing each other in more ways than one.

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The San Francisco Sullivans, Books 4-6

The San Francisco Sullivans, Books 4-6 by Bella Andre

3 ROMANTIC BESTSELLING CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE NOVELS ABOUT THE SAN FRANCISCO SULLIVANS (BOOKS 4-6) "Beautifully romantic! When I know a Bella Andre book is being released, I put everything else on hold in my life and dive into her new book. And what a scrumptious dive that is!" 5 stars
 Millions of readers around the world have fallen in love with The Sullivans! I ONLY HAVE EYES FOR YOU (San Francisco Sullivans, Book 4) Can an off-limits, unrequited love story turn into the love of a lifetime? Sophie Sullivan, a librarian in San Francisco, was five years old when she fell head over heels in love with Jake McCann. Twenty years later, she’s convinced the notorious bad boy still sees her as the “nice” Sullivan twin. But when they both get caught up in the magic of the first Sullivan wedding, she knows it’s long past time to do whatever it takes to make him see her for who she truly is...the woman who will love him forever. Jake has always been a magnet for women, especially since his Irish pubs made him extremely wealthy. But the only woman he really wants is the one he can never have. Not only is Sophie his best friend’s off-limits younger sister...he can’t risk letting her get close enough to discover his deeply hidden secret. But even though Jake knows loving Sophie isn’t the right thing to do...how can he possibly resist? IF YOU WERE MINE (San Francisco Sullivans, Book 5) In this enemies-to-lovers romance, can two people who have sworn off love find forever in each other's arms? The last thing Zach Sullivan wants is to take care of his brother's new puppy for two weeks. Until he meets the dog trainer, that is. Heather is bright, beautiful, and he can't stop thinking about her. Unfortunately, she just might be the only woman on earth who wants nothing to do with him. Having sworn off love at seventeen when she realized it was nothing more than a pack of lies, Heather has stuck to her vow never to fall for a charming man. But will the biggest Sullivan bad boy of all tempt her into believing in love again? LET ME BE THE ONE (San Francisco Sullivans, Book 6) Can an unexpected friends-to-lovers, fake-relationship romance turn out to be so much hotter – and sweeter – than anything bad boy pro baseball player Ryan Sullivan has ever known? When Vicki Bennett saved Ryan Sullivan's life as a teenager, it was the beginning of a close friendship that never wavered. So when she suddenly needs a pretend boyfriend to protect herself and her career from a powerful man's advances, she calls Ryan. But when their "fake" kisses and caresses lead to an incredibly sensual night that neither of them can resist, will they have irreparably jeopardized their friendship? Or is the true love they've both been looking for finally within reach? While this box set can easily be read as a stand-alone set of three books, you'll likely enjoy reading the other books in this series too! DON'T MISS THE NEXT BOOKS IN THE SERIES! The San Francisco Sullivans, Books 7-9 - Come A Little Bit Closer - Always On My Mind - Kissing Under The Mistletoe ABOUT THE AUTHOR Bella Andre's New York Times and USA Today bestselling novels have been #1 bestsellers around the world and she has sold more than 10 million books so far! Known for "sensual, empowered stories enveloped in heady romance" (Publishers Weekly), her books have been Cosmopolitan "Red Hot Reads" twice and have been translated into 10 languages. There are more than 140,000 5 star ratings for Bella Andre's books on Goodreads!

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Only for the Week

Only for the Week by Natasha Bishop

“Sexy and oh so satisfying.” —Award-winning author Rebekah Weatherspoon The buzzy, viral sensation Only For The Week , is the first book in Natasha Bishop’s The Forever Falling series, featuring Black love, messy family dynamics, sexy banter, and sweet and spicy romance. You are cordially invited to the wedding of Amerie Cross and Arnold Hightower. A destination wedding in Tulum should be a breeze, but Dr. Janelle Cross—the sister of the bride and the ex-girlfriend of the groom—can’t catch a break. Between her maid of honor duties, her sister’s Bridezilla antics, and her family tiptoeing around her non-existent feelings for her ex, Janelle is desperate to let off some steam. So, when the best man, Rome, proposes they give into their undeniable chemistry, Janelle agrees, under one condition: their affair can only last a week. What happens in Tulum doesn’t always stay in Tulum . . . For Rome Martin, Janelle has always been off limits. She’s his best friends ex, and Rome is nothing if not loyal. But he’s never been able to get her off his mind, and now he might finally have a chance to win her over. As the wedding brings them together, every kiss, adventure, and stolen moment feels right. Janelle and Rome agreed to live in the moment, but are they willing to risk it all for forever? Tropes: Friends with benefits / He falls first / Vacation romance / Family drama / Black joy / Forced proximity / Forbidden love /Fling to forever

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Tender Cruelty

Tender Cruelty by Katee Robert

I was his wife. His lover. His sworn enemy. The ice queen to Olympus’s most hated king. *A scorchingly hot modern retelling of Hera and Zeus.* The barrier that’s protected Olympus for generations has fallen. The enemy’s breached the gates and the Thirteen are scrambling to protect themselves, their loved ones, and the city they’ve sworn to protect. At least they would be if they weren’t at each others’ throats instead. Hera has no intention of letting her husband, Zeus, survive the oncoming storm. But despite the white-hot hatred burning between them, when Hera and Zeus are forced to work together, enmity crystalizes into something brighter. Hotter. Too powerful to deny or destroy. Hera never bartered on falling in love with the man she married—the man she once swore to kill. But now, standing back-to-back in the ruins of Olympus, she may be forced to admit that she’s been wrong about Zeus all these years…and there may be something about their marriage worth saving if they can survive long enough to turn sworn enemies into something more.

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Beg, Borrow, or Steal

Beg, Borrow, or Steal A Novel by Sarah Adams

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Two feuding second-grade teachers (and neighbors) find themselves teaming up in this new rivals-to-lovers romance set in Rome, Kentucky—from the New York Times bestselling author of The Rule Book and Practice Makes Perfect . “Sarah Adams writes books with heart and soul. They speak to the people finding their way and being unapologetically themselves in the process. I love her style.”—Hannah Grace, author of Icebreaker Emily Walker hates having her carefully crafted world disrupted by anyone, most of all her legendary nemesis, Jack Bennett. He’s the opposite of the wonderful heroes she dreams up in her double life as a romance writer, which is why Emily was perfectly happy when Jack left Rome, Kentucky, mid-school year with his fiancée. The last thing Emily saw coming was Jack’s return at the start of the summer after calling off the wedding and ending his relationship, but he’s here to stay—as her colleague and her neighbor. Jack is glad to be back, eager to renovate his house and work on the next mystery novel under his bestselling pen name. But when he realizes he’s now neighbors with the one woman who has always pushed his buttons, he discovers something he’s even more excited about—thwarting Emily and her petty plans to sabotage his return. With their chemistry-fueled animosity at an all-time high, Emily accidentally sends an email to their school’s principal that could reveal her secret literary side hustle. She needs to steal back her manuscript, and Jack—she hates to admit—is just the man to help her. Surprisingly, he agrees. Will their unlikely alliance put an end to their rivalry? Or could it lead to a steamy plot twist they never saw coming? Look for all of Sarah Adams’s When in Rome books: WHEN IN ROME • PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT • BEG, BORROW, OR STEAL • IN YOUR DREAMS (Coming Soon!)

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Meet Me at the Lake

Meet Me at the Lake by Carley Fortune

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ∙ A random connection sends two strangers on a daylong adventure where they make a promise one keeps and the other breaks, with life-changing effects, in this breathtaking novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Every Summer After. Fern Brookbanks has wasted far too much of her adult life thinking about Will Baxter. She spent just twenty-four hours in her early twenties with the aggravatingly attractive, idealistic artist, a chance encounter that spiraled into a daylong adventure in the city. The timing was wrong, but their connection was undeniable: they shared every secret, every dream, and made a pact to meet one year later. Fern showed up. Will didn’t. At thirty-two, Fern’s life doesn’t look at all how she once imagined it would. Instead of living in the city, Fern’s back home, running her mother’s lakeside resort—something she vowed never to do. The place is in disarray, her ex-boyfriend’s the manager, and Fern doesn’t know where to begin. She needs a plan—a lifeline. To her surprise, it comes in the form of Will, who arrives nine years too late, with a suitcase in tow and an offer to help on his lips. Will may be the only person who understands what Fern’s going through. But how could she possibly trust this expensive-suit wearing mirage who seems nothing like the young man she met all those years ago. Will is hiding something, and Fern’s not sure she wants to know what it is. But ten years ago, Will Baxter rescued Fern. Can she do the same for him?

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Our Perfect Storm

Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune

NAMED A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF 2026 BY THE NEW YORK TIMES, TODAY, WOMAN’S WORLD, TOWN & COUNTRY, BRITT & CO., AND MORE! Best friends have one week in paradise to fix their friendship or fall apart in this heart-stopping, utterly romantic new novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Every Summer After and One Golden Summer. Frankie and George have been best friends since they were eight years old. Both passionate, impulsive, and headstrong—they’ve always clashed . . . and come back together. Until now. It’s the eve of Frankie’s wedding weekend, and she doesn’t know where they stand or even if George will show up as her best man. Then, at the start of the festivities, in walks George. For one glorious evening, surrounded by her loved ones, Frankie’s life is finally perfect. But it all comes crashing down when her fiancé dumps her the next morning, leaving only a note as an explanation. Crushed and confused, Frankie returns to her family’s home to wallow. But George has a different idea and a plan for healing Frankie’s broken heart. He wants her to go on her honeymoon. With him. For one week, to the lush rainforests and misty beaches of Tofino. Frankie agrees, seeing the trip for what it really is: one last chance to repair their friendship. Even if it means unearthing secrets and long buried feelings neither knows how to handle. Even if it means falling apart for good.

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The Mishap

The Mishap by Noelle Adams

Ariana Kensington has had a slight mishap. Or maybe a major one. Last Christmas, she had a hot fling with a mysterious guy at a ski lodge. She had the best time of her life with him, but they both agreed it was no-strings-attached. So she's moved on and has been living her life like it never happened. Then he turns up at her friend's wedding a year later. With two kids. And a girlfriend. He's as off-limits now as it's possible to be, so it doesn't matter how attracted to him Ariana still is. She has to stay away from him--which gets harder and harder as he decides to hang around town for the holidays. Bradley Barnes thought he'd put his steamy week with Ariana behind him, but as soon as he sees her again, his safe, stable world is blown apart. He realizes he never stopped wanting her. But she doesn't seem to even like him anymore, and he's already in a relationship that he's trying to make work for the sake of his children. He has to think about his family and his future. He can't indulge in these fantasies about a woman who will probably end up hurting him. But it's Christmas. And bigger miracles have happened. Maybe his heart can come to life again.

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Same Time Next Summer

Same Time Next Summer by Annabel Monaghan

“Bursting with the magic of first love, it’s everything I want in a summer romance.” —Carley Fortune, #1 New York Times bestselling author of EVERY SUMMER AFTER Named a Best Book of Summer by Real Simple • Reader’s Digest • Country Living • The Skimm • BookBub • GoodReads Beach Rules: Do take long walks on the sand. Do put an umbrella in every cocktail. Do NOT run into your first love.     Sam’s life is on track. She has the perfect doctor fiancé, Jack (his strict routines are a good thing, really), a great job in Manhattan (unless they fire her), and is about to tour a wedding venue near her family’s Long Island beach house. Everything should go to plan, yet the minute she arrives, Sam senses something is off. Wyatt is here. Her Wyatt. But there’s no reason for a thirty-year-old engaged woman to feel panicked around the guy who broke her heart when she was seventeen. Right?      Yet being back at this beach, hearing notes from Wyatt’s guitar float across the night air from next door as if no time has passed—Sam’s memories come flooding back: the feel of Wyatt’s skin on hers, their nights in the treehouse, and the truth behind their split. Sam remembers who she used to be, and as Wyatt reenters her life their connection is as undeniable as it always was. She will have to make a choice.

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Icebreaker

Icebreaker A Novel by Hannah Grace

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Over two million copies sold! Sparks fly when a competitive figure skater and hockey team captain are forced to share a rink in this TikTok sensation that is perfect for fans of hockey romances like Heated Rivalry . Anastasia Allen has worked her entire life for a shot at Team USA. It looks like everything is going according to plan when she gets a full scholarship to the University of California, Maple Hills and lands a place on their competitive figure skating team. Nothing will stand in her way, not even the captain of the hockey team, Nate Hawkins. Nate’s focus as team captain is on keeping his team on the ice. Which is tricky when a facilities mishap means they are forced to share a rink with the figure skating team—including Anastasia, who clearly can’t stand him. But when Anastasia’s skating partner faces an uncertain future, she may have to look to Nate to take her shot. Sparks fly, but Anastasia isn’t worried…because she could never like a hockey player, right?

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His Dangerous Love On Ice

His Dangerous Love On Ice Fake Dating His Rival For Revenge by Quinn Sullivan

"Date me. Be my partner. Publicly. We attend events together. Build your profile. Make Cole Maddox regret every single decision he's ever made in his pathetic life." "Fake date you?" "Does it matter if it's fake?" He tilted his head, and the movement made me notice how close he was. Too close. Not close enough. "The result is the same. Cole suffers. You move on looking like you upgraded. Everyone wins." I'd been the perfect girlfriend to my star hockey player for two years. Stood in the rain at his practices. Drove hours just to watch him warm benches. Wore his jersey like it meant something. And he repaid me by f*****g his way through half of Chicago—including the sister of the one man he's been obsessed with for years. Zane Mercer. The NHL's most dangerous player. My stepfather's worst enemy. And the man who looked at me like I was something worth destroying the world for. One impossible offer. One desperate bet. One night that changed everything. Zane doesn't do fake. He doesn't do half measures. When he tells me I'm his for two months, he means it. In every way that matters. But Zane has secrets buried so deep they connect to my family's past in ways I never imagined. Dark secrets. Deadly ones. What starts as a transaction turns into obsession. What starts as revenge turns into something I can't walk away from. And what starts as a lie might be the only truth that matters. They say some men are too dangerous to love. They're right. But I was never good at following warnings. This book contains explicit s****l content, dominant/possessive behavior, morally gray characters, family conflict, and themes that may be triggering. Intended for mature readers 18+. This isn't your normal hockey romance. It's dark, raw, and unrelenting—where obsession, desire, and power collide, and nothing is off-limits.

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Ryder

Ryder by Becca Jameson

I’ve never been a believer in love at first sight, but that was before I arrived in this one-horse town. I’m far too old for her. She’s feisty and defiant. She has also captured my heart. I want her, and I will have her. To hell with our age difference. She can sass me for the rest of our lives. I will let no one get between us. I want my ring on her finger. I want my child growing inside her. All she has to do is say yes. Welcome to Wilde—a small town in Arizona owned by an eccentric billionaire with an unusual will. The old geezer left everything to any grandchildren who agree to manage the estate for ten years. If only it were that simple… The Wilde Heirs is a contemporary romance series that includes age gap, billionaires, enemies to lovers, small town, love at first sight, bossy, possessive heroes, and a strong desire to fill the mansion with the next generation of heirs.

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Tanner

Tanner by Samantha Skye

My new neighbor happens to be the grumpiest billionaire in Whispers, but his gravelly voice and golden brown eyes make this city girl weak at the knees.   When my life imploded and I lost my job and my fiancé in a matter of weeks, I didn't know what my next step should be. Then I received an inheritance that would change my life forever. Moving to a small town and renovating the old farmhouse was a step in the right direction. But bickering with my startling good looking, yet much older neighbor was not part of my plan. Tanner Whiteman owns the largest whiskey distillery in the country, and now he wants my land. It's the only thing that I have to my name and there is no way I am letting him take it. It is clear I am not cut out for country life and Tanner has no trouble pointing that out. Although as his eyes linger a little longer and his words take new meaning, even the massive age gap is not enough to stop us. But something does. Something Vicious. Something unexpected. And not even the local billionaire knows what is coming.

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A Family Affair: The Risk

A Family Affair: The Risk by Mary Campisi

He spent years dodging commitment, but then she came along and stole his heart. Unfortunately, he broke hers.   If Katie knew Ian Finnegan would break her heart, she’d like to think she would have ignored that blue gaze and slow smile, blocked out the deep voice, the pull of attraction that warned be careful. But would she have done it? She was nineteen and had been careful her whole life. For one long hot summer she allowed herself to believe in destiny. Ian Finnegan might be a rich kid in designer clothes whose visit to Magdalena started out as a “punishment”, but he’s never met anyone like Katie Layton. She’s not impressed with his looks, his style, or his money. Katie fascinates him and the more time he’s around her, the more he realizes there is no one else like her. Ian is arrogant and naïve enough to believe nobody can stop them from being together. And then he finds out how wrong he is… 10 years later Katie’s vision of creating specialty soups has become a reality. Katie’s Soups was born from her love of cooking alongside her mother, and it’s how she honors her memory. When she lands a national contract that requires company expansion, a silent investor steps in to fund the project. However, months after completion, she’s still struggling to fulfill orders, and that’s when the silent investor insists on sending an engineer to conduct an efficiency audit. Ian Finnegan certainly doesn’t look like an engineer or a successful businessman with his long hair, tattoos, T-shirts, and faded jeans. That’s what he’s counting on when he returns to Magdalena to convince Katie to let him help make her company more efficient without divulging that he's the engineer she’s expecting and he’s the silent investor. He'll have to tell her eventually, but not until he explains what happened all those years ago. It's going to be a big risk, but it’s one he’s willing to take for a chance at forever with the only woman he’s ever loved.

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Save the Date

Save the Date A Novel by Mallory Kass

A romantic comedy of manners about a lavish wedding weekend gone very, very wrong with the slow-burn romance of Emily Henry and the fizzy humor of Sophie Kinsella. The Bride: Beautiful, seemingly carefree Marigold is tired of being treated like a shallow it-girl. That’s one of the many reasons she’s excited to marry Jonathan—the handsome, kind, respectable doctor of her dreams. So when a shocking secret from her past threatens to ruin her wedding, she’ll do anything to make it disappear...even if it means tracking down a man she vowed to avoid forever. The Maid of Honor: As the bride’s best friend, all Natalie wants is for this wedding to go off without a hitch. There’s only one problem: Natalie has secretly been in love with the groom since college. When Marigold disappears, Natalie is forced to ask whether she can keep burying her feelings for the sake of friendship...or if she’s ready to risk everything to pursue her own happy ending. The Sister: Olivia has spent her life cleaning up Marigold’s messes. So she’s determined to keep the wedding on track for the sake of their mother, who’s battling cancer and longs for one last perfect weekend. But when Jonathan’s best man—a prickly academic with a heart of gold—ropes her into a fake dating scheme, sparks unexpectedly fly. Will Olivia sacrifice her own happiness again, or could this fake relationship turn into the truest choice she’s ever made? Heartwarming, hilarious, and sparklingly romantic, Save the Date will have you cheering for love in all its messy, unexpected glory.

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Unbound

Unbound A Novel by Peyton Corinne

A new “angsty, sexy, emotional” (Farrah Rochon, New York Times bestselling author) lyrical romance by Peyton Corinne that follows a college couple through first love, heartbreak, and the struggle to come together again. Paloma Blake is, at best, antagonistic. But beneath the hairspray, attitude, and promiscuity is a scared girl whose trauma runs deep. Still, the walls she’s built are strong, ensuring everyone only sees Paloma’s sexy façade. Everyone except for Bennett. Bennett Reiner, the carefully controlled, neurodivergent goalie, has his routines and sticks to them, which helps him keep a hold on his OCD compulsions and the crippling anxiety that comes with them. The quiet and meticulous Bennett sees everything, especially the girl beneath Paloma’s ever-present masks. And he always has. Unbeknownst to their friends, Bennett and Paloma were each other’s first real love, which ended in crippling heartbreak. Bennett still doesn’t know what happened, and Paloma is determined to stay away from the comfort she used to find only in his arms. For years, Bennett has remained her protective shadow, coming to Paloma’s rescue whenever she asked, keeping her as close and safe as she’ll let him. But, like a tumultuous sea to a constant shore, Bennett and Paloma find each other once more. Alternating between scenes from their past and present, Unbound contrasts the tentative tension and passionate beginnings of first love with the devastating loneliness and deep yearning of having that love ripped away from you without truly knowing why. As Bennett discovers the truth about Paloma’s past, the threads to his careful control start to come unbound, and both begin to realize that letting go of everything else might be worth it, if it means they both get the real love they once shared again.

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Blossom in Winter

Blossom in Winter by Melanie Martins

𝐈𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝. “𝐖𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫. 𝐈 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝’𝐯𝐞 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫. 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐞𝐭…” Petra, a seventeen-year-old Dutch-American and the only heir of finance tycoon Roy Van Gatt, has always had her life rigorously planned and supervised by her strict father. From her internship at his hedge fund firm on Wall Street to her degree in economics at Columbia University, Petra is all set for a bright future in finance. But everything falls apart when she develops a dangerous relationship with her father’s business partner and utmost confidant, Alexander Van Dieren. A Dutch nobleman, known as an unrepentant heartbreaker, twenty-three years her senior, and who is, above all else, her beloved godfather. A twisted obsession for some, unconditional love for others, but one thing is sure: it’s a relationship that might cost them everything...

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The Ruthless King

The Ruthless King by Juliette N Banks

The leader of the black ops organization I work for, is marrying the mafia boss' daughter. The same mafia I'm deep undercover inside. For five days I must pretend I don't know them. Worse, I have to keep my eyes and hands off bridesmaid, Sienna. She fell into my arms—literally—upon arrival at the Mancini mansion, and those sensual green eyes sent an invitation that my body said hell yes to. I know I should stay away, but I have two choices; corrupt her or protect her. Both come with deadly consequences. I've just learned my best friend's father is a gangster, next minute I'm flying to their mansion in the Hamptons IN. A. HELICOPTER. Then, a terrifying and incredibly hot badboy scoops me up and takes my breath away. Behind dark sunglasses, he watches me, while I crave his touch and try to ignore the white-hot lust between us. He's dangerous and I'm out of my depth. When I find myself thrust into a web of lies and vengeance, I'm not sure if I will get out alive. Or with my heart intact. The Ruthless King is the second book in The Dark Kings of NYC, a dark billionaire mafia romance, by bestselling author Juliette N. Banks. If you enjoy dark spicy romances with twists, revenge, and dominant, protective heroes, then you'll love this book. Expect a happy ever after. The Dark Kings are the best combination of alpha heroes and romantic suspense. Each book is a roller coaster ride of emotion, danger and sizzling, sexy fun . - Carly Phillips, NY Times bestselling author.

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The Billionaire Next Door

The Billionaire Next Door by Jessica Lemmon

He's a wealthy hotelier. She's just trying to make ends meet. Neither expected finding love with a neighbor in this sexy contemporary romance. It's Tag Crane's job to be the life of the party. Traveling from one exotic locale to another is just part of running the luxurious Crane Hotel empire. But even paradise isn't perfect. Devising a new business strategy is keeping Tag up at night—and so is the Great Dane barking at all hours in the apartment below his. To muzzle the problem, Tag charges downstairs . . . right into the most beautiful, blond distraction he's ever seen. Dog-sitting by day, bartending by night. It's not exactly the life Rachel Foster dreamed of. But when Tag Crane rushes in, all mountain-man shoulders and obscenely sexy smile, needing her help for the Crane Hotels, it's a fantasy come true. What's the harm in a fun no-strings fling? Only a fool would give her heart to a billionaire player like Tag—until suddenly the one man who can't be caught is the one flirting with forever . . . Jessica Lemmon's Billionaire Bad Boys series The Billionaire Bachelor (#1) The Billionaire Next Door (#2) The Bastard Billionaire (#3) A Crane Family Christmas (#4)

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Good Girl Complex

Good Girl Complex An Avalon Bay Novel by Elle Kennedy

* USA Today and Toronto Star bestseller* Full of romance, hijinks, and longing, Good Girl Complex is Elle Kennedy at her very best. She does everything right. So what could go wrong? Mackenzie “Mac” Cabot is a people pleaser. Her demanding parents. Her prep school friends. Her long-time boyfriend. It’s exhausting, really, always following the rules. All she wants to do is focus on growing her internet business, but first she must get a college degree at her parents’ insistence. That means moving to the beachside town of Avalon Bay, a community made up of locals and the wealthy students of Garnet College. Twenty-year-old Mac has had plenty of practice suppressing her wilder impulses, but when she meets local bad boy Cooper Hartley, that ability is suddenly tested. Cooper is rough around the edges. Raw. Candid. A threat to her ordered existence. Their friendship soon becomes the realest thing in her life. Despite his disdain for the trust-fund kids he sees coming and going from his town, Cooper soon realizes Mac isn’t just another rich clone and falls for her. Hard. But as Mac finally starts feeling accepted by Cooper and his friends, the secret he’s been keeping from her threatens the only place she’s ever felt at home.

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Contentious, A Remington Family Law Novel

Contentious, A Remington Family Law Novel by Marie Force

Carson Remington’s story. Detailed description coming soon.

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Confess

Confess A Novel by Colleen Hoover

An “edgy, sexy” ( Booklist ) story where love battles against betrayal, and every confession hides a dangerous secret—from the beloved #1 New York Times bestselling author of Reminders of Him, Verity, and It Ends with Us. Auburn Reed's life is one meticulously constructed plan after another. But when she stumbles into Owen Gentry’s art studio, a chance encounter unravels a connection she cannot deny. Owen’s art, created from anonymous confessions, carries an eerie weight, its beauty laced with sorrow and truths too unsettling to ignore. Auburn is drawn to both the man and his mysterious work, and she’s willing to risk everything to know more. But Owen has his own confession. His past is shrouded in secrets that could destroy everything Auburn believes about him. As choices made in the shadows threaten to unravel the delicate bond they’ve created, Auburn soon finds herself trapped in a labyrinth of lies, where love seems as dangerous as it is irresistible. Raw, intense, and brimming with feeling, Confess takes us on a heart-wrenching journey where trust is a fragile weapon in the battle to hold onto what matters most—and true love and family are bonds that can never be broken.

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Heart Bones

Heart Bones A Novel by Colleen Hoover

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Reminders of Him , It Ends with Us, and It Starts with Us ! Moving, passionate, and unforgettable, Colleen Hoover's novel follows two young adults from completely different backgrounds embarking on a tentative romance, unaware of what the future holds. After a childhood filled with poverty and neglect, Beyah Grim finally has her hard-earned ticket out of Kentucky with a full ride to Penn State. But two months before she’s finally free to change her life for the better, an unexpected death leaves her homeless and forced to spend the remainder of her summer in Texas with a father she barely knows. Devastated and anxious for the summer to go by quickly, Beyah has no time or patience for Samson, the wealthy, brooding guy next door. Yet, the connection between them is too intense to ignore. But with their upcoming futures sending them to opposite ends of the country, the two decide to maintain only a casual summer fling. Too bad neither has any idea that a rip current is about to drag both their hearts out to sea.

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Born to Be Balanced

Born to Be Balanced by Leni Manu

What happens when the life you built no longer feels like the life you were meant to live? In this reflective and soulful book, Leni M. invites readers on a journey of rediscovery, guided by family memories, spiritual insight, and the enduring wisdom of generations past. At the center is a woman searching for meaning in a fast-moving world filled with expectations and quiet pressures. Through moments of reflection and the gentle guidance of her grandmother's wisdom, she begins to uncover what truly matters. From this journey emerges a powerful framework for living well: the Five F's - five essential pillars that shape a life of balance, purpose, and joy. Blending storytelling, spiritual reflection, and timeless life lessons, this book speaks to anyone who has ever wondered: Is there more to life than this?  In the the end, we are all connected by stories, and perhaps, within these pages, you may discover your own Five F's .

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Words Cut Deep

Words Cut Deep by Sam Crescent

Childish. Immature. All of her life, Mia had grown up knowing she wasn't good enough. Even though she was arranged to marry Giovanni Fabbri, all she was ever told was how she didn't match up. Her marriage did start out great—until she overheard the truth from her husband's lips. To many, that insult wouldn't matter. To Mia, it broke her heart because it was what she had been told her whole life. She was just not good enough. Giovanni doesn't find his wife childish. What he doesn't like is sharing her. He's a selfish bastard, and he's obsessed with Mia. But now he's brought a wedge between them, and he doesn't know how to repair it. Mia still loves her husband. How can she prove she's not a child? When trouble comes calling to the mafia, Giovanni needs answers, and Mia is more than happy to help. When everything keeps going wrong, what will happen when Giovanni finds out she's pregnant? And who is behind the kidnappings?

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Fifty Shades Of Grey

Fifty Shades Of Grey Book One of the Fifty Shades Trilogy by E L James

"And in this quiet moment as I close my eyes, spent and sated, I think I'm in the eye of the storm. And in spite of all he's said, and what he hasn't said, I don't think I have ever been so happy." When literature student Anastasia Steele goes to interview young entrepreneur Christian Grey, she encounters a man who is beautiful, brilliant, and intimidating. The unworldly, innocent Ana is startled to realize she wants this man and, despite his enigmatic reserve, finds she is desperate to get close to him. Unable to resist Ana's quiet beauty, wit, and independent spirit, Grey admits he wants her, too—but on his own terms. Shocked yet thrilled by Grey's singular erotic tastes, Ana hesitates. For all the trappings of success—his multinational businesses, his vast wealth, his loving family—Grey is a man tormented by demons and consumed by the need to control. When the couple embarks on a daring, passionately physical affair, Ana discovers Christian Grey's secrets and explores her own dark desires. • An Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller • More than 165 Million Copies Sold Worldwide • One of 100 Great Reads in the Great American Read • 133 Weeks on the New York Times Bestseller List This book is intended for mature audiences.

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Ireland

Ireland by Sylvia Day

#1 New York Times bestselling author Sylvia Day returns to the decadence of the multimillion-selling Crossfire® Saga with Ireland , a searing new tale of temptation, deception, and ice-cold vengeance. Ireland Vidal is the third generation to control Vidal Records, and she’s on track to lead the recording company to greater heights. She’s the youngest of an affluent, prominent family headed by her eldest brother, Gideon Cross — one of the richest men in the world. Despite her siblings’ outsized shadows, Ireland has carved her own identity. But the clever, stunning beauty with fierce tenacity and a heart of gold has yet to find a man with whom to share her life — someone who doesn’t need her connections to be successful. Then a chance meeting with Ronan Boudreaux sparks an irresistible attraction. He has it all: wealth, charm, a wickedly provocative talent for seduction, and he can hold his own against her powerful family. He offers Ireland everything she’s ever wanted, but at what price? Waiting in the wings, someone from the distant past bides his time until he can unleash his vendetta against the Vidals. He’s got old scores to settle and when he sets his plans in motion, everything and everyone Ireland loves is in his crosshairs. From the soaring penthouses of high-stakes Manhattan to the opulent mansions and mysterious bayous of Louisiana, Ireland draws readers back into the illustrious lives of the beloved Vidal / Cross family, where the only thing more dangerous than desire is falling in love.

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When You Are Mine

When You Are Mine by Kennedy Ryan

From the New York Times bestselling author of Before I Let Go comes a powerful forbidden romance about one woman on the brink of making a life-altering decision. Kerris Moreton knows how to make things work. Bounced from foster home to foster home as a kid, she adapted; when opportunity arose, she thrived. Now, about to open her own business and accept a marriage proposal, Kerris is ready to build the life she's always wanted. The only thing missing? A passionate connection with her would-be fiance, Cam. Kerris wants to believe that sparks are overrated—until Walsh Bennett lights her up like the Fourth of July. As one of the East Coast's most eligible bachelors, Walsh enjoys financial independence, fulfilling work with his family's nonprofit, and plenty of female attention. But lately he's been distracted by the one woman he can't have. Lovely to look at and even sweeter to know, Kerris is the soulmate Walsh never thought he would find. The problem is, his best friend found her first.

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Crossroads

Crossroads by Carrie Ann Ryan

When Kiera West needs a place to hide from the media and her ex, she never thought Bodhi Ashford—the man the small town of Ashford Creek once thought a murderer—would be her salvation. The reclusive, bearded, mountain man has secrets of his own and with one growl, she knew she’d be safe. Sure, he might only talk to her to ask who hurt her, but at least the quiet will let her heal. When the elusive drummer from one of the biggest rock bands in the world shows up on Bodhi’s doorstep, he needs her to leave yesterday. As soon as he sees the bruises, he knows she needs to stay. A fire took everything from him once, and the town he thought he could trust turned on him before he could grieve. Falling for a woman in the spotlight is the last thing he needs. Yet it might be the one thing that could save them both when the darkness of their pasts finally catches up with them. **Crossroads is a rock star, widower, second chance, small town contemporary suspense in the Ashford Creek series featuring Bodhi and Kiera. Each one can be read as a complete standalone. A HEA is guaranteed!**

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Broken Dreams

Broken Dreams A Steamy Small Town Second Chance Romance by Lea Coll

He broke my heart in high school—now he’s building a patio outside my bookstore and tearing down every wall I’ve ever built. He was the boy who asked me out… and then never showed up. Now he’s the man building a patio outside my bookstore—and I can’t escape him. Maverick was my high school almost. The one who flirted, who lingered, who made me believe in something more—until he stood me up and proved we were too different after all. I went on to build my quiet, predictable life in our small town. He left with a chip on his shoulder and came back with tattoos, muscles, and a reputation. Now the town has hired him to build a garden patio right outside my shop, which means I have a front-row seat to the man he’s become. Gruff. Broody. Distractingly handsome. He insists we were never meant to work. That I deserve someone better. But every lingering glance, every brush of his hand, every heated argument that ends a little too close is proof that whatever we started back then was never finished. The problem? He still thinks he’s not good enough for me. And I’m starting to wonder if the real risk isn’t loving Maverick again… It’s convincing him he’s worth it. A steamy small-town romance featuring a broody contractor, a sunshine bookstore owner, and a second chance that proves some dreams aren’t broken—they’re just waiting to be rebuilt. 🔥 Expect: • A broody bad-boy hero with tattoos and regrets • A good girl heroine who won’t settle • Forced proximity while building her dream • Lingering glances and unresolved history • Walls coming down—literally and emotionally • Heat, heart, and a love rebuilt from the ground up Broken Dreams is book 4 of the Sterling Brothers Series but can be read as a standalone. The Sterling Brothers Book 1: Wildest Dreams Book 2: Midnight Dreams Book 3: Tempting Dreams Book 4: Broken Dreams Book 5: Sweet Dreams Book 6: Forbidden Dreams

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It Ends with Us

It Ends with Us A Novel by Colleen Hoover

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING BLAKE LIVELY AND JUSTIN BALDONI! From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Reminders of Him and It Starts with Us , a “brave and heartbreaking novel that digs its claws into you and doesn’t let go, long after you’ve finished it” (Anna Todd, New York Times bestselling author) about a young woman in a new relationship who can’t stop thinking about her first love. Lily hasn’t always had it easy, but that’s never stopped her from working hard for the life she wants. She’s come a long way from the small town where she grew up—she graduated from college, moved to Boston, and started her own business. And when she feels a spark with a gorgeous neurosurgeon named Ryle Kincaid, everything in Lily’s life seems too good to be true. Ryle is assertive, stubborn, maybe even a little arrogant. He’s also sensitive, brilliant, and has a total soft spot for Lily. And the way he looks in scrubs certainly doesn’t hurt. Lily can’t get him out of her head. But Ryle’s complete aversion to relationships is disturbing. Even as Lily finds herself becoming the exception to his “no dating” rule, she can’t help but wonder what made him that way in the first place. As questions about her new relationship overwhelm her, so do thoughts of Atlas Corrigan—her first love and a link to the past she left behind. He was her kindred spirit, her protector. When Atlas suddenly reappears, everything Lily has built with Ryle is threatened. An honest, evocative, and tender novel, It Ends with Us is “a glorious and touching read, a forever keeper. The kind of book that gets handed down” ( USA TODAY ).

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Play Maker

Play Maker by Piper Lawson

I chose a championship over love.  When Nova smashed her way into my hardened heart, she showed me there's more to life than basketball.  She taught me patience and forgiveness. With her help, my Kodiak teammates became brothers instead of rivals. For the first time, I cared about more than a game. But one mistake sent me crashing from all-star to rock bottom. Broken inside and out, there's no one to blame but myself.  I won't let the people I love suffer for my mistakes, on or off the court. I'll win back the brothers who trusted me, the city that backed me, and the woman I don't want to live without. Unless I'm too late. I have one last shot. One last chance.  Countdown's on, and I'm playing for keeps. Play Maker is the third book in the completed King of the Court series. Clay and Nova's steamy, addictive grumpy sunshine sports romance begins in Game Changer and continues in Shot Taker .

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Love at First

Love at First An Uplifting and Unforgettable Story of Love and Second Chances by Kate Clayborn

“The most delightful cast of characters I've met in ages…a modern romance masterpiece.“ — New York Times bestseller Christina Lauren   “Constantly revealing new layers of lyricism… Love at First is poetry, then — sometimes an artful sonnet, other times halting free verse. But it's never anything short of miraculous.” — Entertainment Weekly , Grade A   “At the end I was left with that warm, glowing love for humanity.” — The New York Times   Buzzfeed Books to Add to Your TBR Goodreads Hottest Romances of 2021 Frolic Best Books of Winter 2021 BookRiot Books for Coping with A COVID-19 Winter SmexyBooks Most Anticipated Books A Love So True Books Every Romance Fan Should Read   A sparkling and tender novel from the acclaimed author of Love Lettering , full of bickering neighbors, surprise reunions, and the mysterious power of love that fans of Christina Lauren, Sarah Hogle, and Emily Henry will adore.   Sixteen years ago, a teenaged Will Sterling saw—or rather, heard— the girl of his dreams. Standing beneath an apartment building balcony, he shared a perfect moment with a lovely, warm-voiced stranger. It’s a memory that’s never faded, though he’s put so much of his past behind him. Now an unexpected inheritance has brought Will back to that same address, where he plans to offload his new property and get back to his regular life as an overworked doctor. Instead, he encounters a woman, two balconies above, who’s uncannily familiar . . .   No matter how surprised Nora Clarke is by her reaction to handsome, curious Will, or the whispered pre-dawn conversations they share, she won’t let his plans ruin her quirky, close-knit building. Bound by her loyalty to her adored grandmother, she sets out to foil his efforts with a little light sabotage. But beneath the surface of their feud is an undeniable connection. A balcony, a star-crossed couple, a fateful meeting—maybe it’s the kind of story that can't work out in the end. Or maybe, it’s the perfect second chance . . .  

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Revive Me: Part One

Revive Me: Part One The Act by JL Seegars

The next book in the New Haven series, interconnected standalones featuring second chances, fiery passion, and Black heroines who get their happily ever afters. This is part one of a trilogy. Mallory The first time I kissed Christopher Johnson, I knew he would be my biggest mistake. It didn’t stop me from wanting him though, and when the ghosts from my past came barging into the present, it didn’t stop me from agreeing to let him help. It was supposed to be a simple business arrangement, a few months of playing a role that came far too easily to the both of us, but it wasn’t long before it became more. Love. Devotion. Heartbreak in its truest form. Some people say life is for the living, but I say life is for the prepared. For the planners who know that controlling every piece on the board is the only way to get the result you want. To avoid unfortunate complications like having your heart broken by a man past experiences taught you, you never should have trusted in the first place. Christopher There’s nothing in this world I wouldn’t do for Mallory Kent. I think I knew it the first time I laid eyes on her, and it’s remained one of my unspoken truths for the two years that I’ve known her. But I never thought I’d get the opportunity to do anything about it because Mallory is one of those people who doesn’t need anyone. She’s strong, serious, and always in control of every situation around her, which is why the second I see her looking panicked and uncertain in the arms of a figure from her past, I don’t think. I just act. I had no idea that one small decision would lead to this. A fake relationship—designed to solve her problems and mine—turned real. An earth shattering love torn apart by the very forces that led to its conception. Forces that turned me into the source of our destruction. There’s nothing in this world I wouldn’t do for Mallory Kent, including break her heart to save her soul.

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The Job

The Job by Lexy Timms

A job is not worth doing unless you enjoy it… Steph Baker has been kidnapped by her ex, Mason Thompson. She's convinced her life is going to end. And suddenly, it's the man hired to kill her, Owen King, who saves her. He ferrets her away to a safe house along with her best friend, protected by his team. They vow to keep her safe while trying to figure out how to eliminate the problem. Killing Mason would bring the cartel down on them. Owen vows to keep her safe, but Steph is worried she is putting Owen and her friend in danger and makes a move to keep them safe while walking herself into danger. The way to love someone is to realize it may be lost. Billionaire Hitman Series: Book 1 – The Hit Book 2 – The Job Book 3 – The Run

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Saltwater Crossing

Saltwater Crossing by Amelia Addler

It's never too late for a fresh start…especially on San Juan Island… Tiffany Clifton knew that quitting her big city job and taking on small town life would be an adjustment. She was even prepared to work for her sister and confront just how far off-course her life had gone. What she was not at all ready for was having to verbally spar with a grumpy and ridiculously handsome developer Sidney on a regular basis. Sidney Burke learned the hard way that romance isn't for him. So, he'd like nothing more than to avoid the lovely Tiffany. But if he wants to do business with her sister, that's not an option. He'll just have to somehow stay focused and ignore his inconvenient attraction to the woman who could so easily break down all the walls around his heart. If Tiffany and Sidney want to take a shot at love, they have much to overcome…including the inconvenient secret that Tiffany's keeping. Will their foundation be strong enough to survive the trouble ahead—or will their happily ever after slip through the cracks? Between this new romance and the murder trial for Morgan's mom, things only get more exciting in the fourth installment of the Westcott Bay series. Get your copy  today and get lost in this sweet story of family, love, and starting over!

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Harlequin Presents April 2026 - Box Set 2 of 2

Harlequin Presents April 2026 - Box Set 2 of 2 by Lorraine Hall, Heidi Rice, Tara Pammi & Kate Hewitt

Harlequin Presents brings you four full-length stories in one collection! Experience the glamorous lives of royals and billionaires, where passion knows no bounds. Be swept into a world of luxury, wealth and exotic locations. This box set includes: KING’S HEIR ULTIMATUM (A Babies for Royal Brides novel) by Lorraine Hall. King Alexandre wed Ines solely to secure a royal baby. Except now he has a nephew, he no longer needs his own heir. So his usually compliant wife’s ultimatum—give her the child he promised her or she’ll leave—astounds him. And her fiery declaration finally forces him to face their incendiary need... After their passionate encounter, Alexandre is relieved by Ines’s unexpected departure from the palace. At last, a reprieve from her assault on his ironclad self-control! Until he learns Ines is pregnant. Alexandre will demand what’s rightfully his, including his queen! BOSS’S BRIDE PRICE (An Enemy Tycoon’s novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Heidi Rice. Dario Lorenti needs a bride – fast – to inherit his detestable father’s legacy. The perfect solution? Wed the spirited manager of his ancestral home. After all, in Dario’s world, everyone has a price…even Tallulah Whittaker! Tali will say “I do” if Dario makes a long overdue investment in the estate. She’ll do anything to protect her co-workers – the only family she’s ever known. Yet as she’s whisked to Italy to become the boss’s wife, it’s clear that behind their on-paper arrangement lies a reckless, life-changing attraction... ITALIAN’S LAST-MINUTE MISTRESS by Tara Pammi. A heart-surgery survivor, Sameera Fisher is determined to live life on her terms, starting with confronting her ex in Lake Como. Except he’s already engaged to another! Even more shocking? Finding herself on the arm of his arrogantly gorgeous older brother, Alessandro Ricci… To avoid family scandal, ruthless CEO Alessandro claims the alluring Sam as his mistress. But pretending their chemistry is just for show proves impossible as Sam digs beneath his steely armour. And as Alessandro watches her step into her own sensuality, their insatiable hunger is unleashed… KEEPING HIS ENEMY CLOSE by Kate Hewitt. Ashley Woodward can’t understand why Nico Galletti’s hostile takeover of her beloved start-up feels so personal. Though amnesia has stolen her memories, her attraction to the merciless billionaire is instinctive… Nico shall never forget, nor forgive, the way Ashley turned her back on him after he was wrongly imprisoned. Now she’s acting like they’ve never met! That will just make his planned payback sweeter: get Ashley to fall hard…then he’ll cast her aside. Seducing the enemy is easy. But once their wildfire of desire is reignited, will he be able to walk away? For more stories filled with passion and drama, look for Harlequin Presents April 2026 – Box Set 1 of 2  

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My Chance

My Chance by Samantha Skye

My job has always been my ticket to the top. Now my only chance at success is tall, dark, and menacing... At no point in my law career did I think I'd have a mobster in my office, offering me a job. Hard pass. But Nico Molenti is as persistent as he is...persuasive. And thanks to my dad's white-collar antics, my client list is looking as bare as my bank account will be in a few weeks.  Accepting Nico's offer isn't just about quick cash though. If I say yes to this, I kiss my New York law firm goodbye. Perhaps that's why he's so intent on keeping my lips very busy. But breaking my law-abiding habits to help a gangster exact vengeance on his enemies is easier said than done. Although with every fiery touch, I can't help but feel I'm going over to the dark side in more ways than one... My Chance is the fourth and final book in the Men Of New York series. Featuring a curvy heroine and the sinful hero who falls for her, this is a suspenseful enemies-to-lovers, opposites attract, mafia romance with plenty of spice.

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Music of the Heart

Music of the Heart by Linda Barrett

Talented high school music teacher, Carly Baxter, is making a new start in Mandarin Bay. The heartbreak of infertility coupled with a divorce after a “loving” ten-year marriage, had her reeling for a while. But now she’s all in with renting a house while getting to know her new school and students in the Tampa Bay area. In addition, she’ll continue with her personal singing gigs to insure her financial stability. One day soon, she’ll be able to buy a home of her own. Master electrician, John Smith, raised in the foster care system, is the single dad of fourteen-year-old twin girls who love music. When his wife left him to try for a singing career in Vegas, his daughters were only a year old. John raised them with the emergency help of his buddies in the trade as well as his last set of foster parents. Buying a home in Mandarin Bay is a dream come true for his little family. Until he personally discovers that the beautiful redhead he meets there and the first woman in years he wants to date, earns her living singing in supper clubs. He’s definitely not interested. In the meantime, among the senior set, Donna Roberts, a close friend of Libby Burman from the Welcome Committee, takes a chance with on-line dating. After three unsuccessful meet-ups, she connects with Pete Messing, a widower, who’s ready to welcome a new woman into his life. Donna’s had a loving marriage behind her, too. So what could go wrong with two lovely people seeking the same thing? But real and imaginary conflict abound--children, grandchildren, finances, location---even with a mature couple. As the song says, that’s life.

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Waiting for the Moon

Waiting for the Moon by Kristin Hannah

"Kristin Hannah is a superb storyteller." --Kathe Robin Romantic Times Award-winning author Kristin Hannah creates her most spellbinding and compelling novel yet...a passionate tale of obsession, redemption, and the magic of true love. WAITING FOR THE MOON She doesn't remember who she is or how she came to the mansion on the isolated Maine coast. Lost in a strange world filled with even stranger faces, Selena finds comfort in a man whose eyes reflect her own aloneness. He is Ian Carrick, a brilliant physician turned recluse, hiding from life in the anonymity of this small sanctuary, haunted by a telepathic gift that has destroyed his desire to heal. Selena comes to him, the only person he's ever met who is immune to his psychic powers. A mesmerizing innocent, she turns his life upside down, bringing light into the darkness and laughter into the silence. For her, he begins to believe in life again, to believe in himself. And then a mysterious figure from the past arrives, threatening to destroy their glorious love and the fantasy world they have created together....

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Before I Let Go

Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan

“Real, raw, magnificent— Before I Let Go is the beautiful angst I love to read.” —Colleen Hoover, #1  New York Times  bestselling author A scorching emotional second chance romance from a New York Times bestselling author. A Good Morning America Book Buzz Pick! Their love was supposed to last forever. But when life delivered blow after devastating blow, Yasmen and Josiah Wade found that love alone couldn’t solve or save everything. It couldn’t save their marriage. Yasmen wasn’t prepared for how her life fell apart, but she’s finally starting to find joy again. She and Josiah have found a new rhythm, co-parenting their two kids and running a thriving business together. Yet like magnets, they’re always drawn back to each other, and now they’re beginning to wonder if they’re truly ready to let go of everything they once had. Soon, one stolen kiss leads to another … and then more. It's hot. It's illicit. It's all good—until old wounds reopen. Is it too late for them to find forever? Or could they be even better, the second time around? "Award-winning and bestselling 'powerhouse' author Kennedy Ryan is at her absolute best in this compelling, scorching novel about hope and healing, and what it truly means to love for a lifetime." — USA Today Book of the Month Club   selection NPR Best Books of 2022 Entertainment Weekly  Best Romances of 2022 Washington Post 10 Best Romances of the Year Women's Health Best Books of the Year Publishers Weekly  Best Romance Books of 2022

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Locke

Locke A Portland Wildfire Novel by Sawyer Bennett

He’s the league’s most dangerous enforcer. She’s the specialist sent to determine whether he’s too broken to save. Neither of them is prepared for what happens when the truth hits back. Donovan Locke has a reputation carved in blood and penalty minutes. The league’s most dangerous enforcer, he’s an angry, unapproachable loner who fights harder and refuses to let anyone in. The Portland Wildfire only took him because no one else would, and Locke seems determined to prove every rumor true. He doesn’t do teammates. He doesn’t do relationships. He barely does conversation. Dr. Livia Cross is quiet, brilliant and controlled. Officially, she’s the Wildfire’s new high-performance consultant. Unofficially, she’s been embedded by the league to evaluate one player. One risk. Locke. Her job is simple: observe him, test him, and determine whether he’s safe to stay on the ice, or too volatile to keep playing. But the man she finds beneath the scowl and silence isn’t what she expected. He’s sharp. Watching. Walled off for a reason. And when sparks ignite where there should only be professionalism, Livia’s carefully built boundaries start to crack. Locke doesn’t trust easily yet he lets Livia closer than he ever intended, long before he learns she isn’t who he thinks she is. And when the truth comes out, it won’t just shatter their fragile connection… it might end his career. Dark, emotional, and electric with slow-burn chemistry, LOCKE delivers a gripping workplace romance between a guarded enforcer and the woman sent to evaluate him—until desire becomes danger, and the lines between loyalty and love blur beyond recognition.

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Taming Mr Winters

Taming Mr Winters by Juliette N Banks

I never meant for him to reply after dropping anonymously into his DM to give my strong opinion, yet he did. Colt Winters is a gorgeous billionaire in NYC, and I'm just your average young woman living in Australia… with a huge mortgage. Chalk and cheese. So, of course, I message back. Colt replies once more. Next minute, we're flirting, and I find myself at work biting my bottom lip, trying not to giggle in front of my unsuspecting colleagues. I know I need to stop. I know he probably has a dozen model girlfriends, and if I don't stop it's going to end in tears (mine). I know he's just playing around. … but a knock on my door one day changes everything. Taming Mr. Winters is Book Three in The Obsidian Club series - a steamy billionaire romance series. If you love spicy workplace romances with touch her and die themes, bantering wealthy alpha men, and a scorching happy ever after, then you'll love Colt's love story.

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Gansett Island Compendium, Volume 1, Books 1-14

Gansett Island Compendium, Volume 1, Books 1-14 by Marie Force

Return to Gansett Island… and catch up with all your favorite characters… As we celebrate 15 years of the beloved New York Times bestselling Gansett Island Series, this must-have companion guide takes readers back to the island where millions of romance fans first fell in love. From the moment MAID FOR LOVE launched the series—quickly followed by FOOL FOR LOVE and READY FOR LOVE—readers have escaped to this charming small-town island filled with unforgettable characters, swoony heroes, heart-stopping romance and the kind of close-knit community everyone wishes they could belong to. Now, for the first time, everything you love about Gansett Island is gathered in two must-have volumes. The Gansett Island Compendium, Volume 1, includes: • Detailed summaries of Books 1–14. • Complete character guides and family connections. • Memorable headlines and moments from every book. • ALL-NEW exclusive interviews with your favorite couples—set nine years after DELIVERY AFTER DARK. Ever wondered what happened to the couples who stole your heart? Now you can find out. This series is packed with the high-heat contemporary romance tropes readers love, including: • Small-town island romance • Big family saga • Friends to lovers • He falls first • Best friend’s sister • Forced proximity • Protective, caretaker heroes • Single-parent romance • Slow burn to forever • Found family • Emotional happily-ever-after Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering Gansett Island for the first time, this companion guide is your all-access pass to the island where love always finds a way. Relive the magic of Gansett Island with The Gansett Island Compendium, Volume 1: Books 1–14. And keep an eye out for Volume 2—coming soon! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ “It was absolutely perfect. Being back on Gansett was amazing. This book brought all of the emotions from overjoyed to sadness and back to happy tears.”

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Where Ashes Meet Hope

Where Ashes Meet Hope by Lexy Timms

  Trying to adjust after losing everything shouldn't be this complicated. No matter what she plans on, Lila can't figure out how to handle the contradicting balance of what it's like to be Tommy's guest. Constant headaches of jealousy from a possessive coworker isn't helping. More threats from an unknown threat isn't ideal. And trying to get to the bottom of the fire that nearly ended her life seems more confusing with each passing day. It's only inevitable that she wants to cave and seek the comfort this stubborn firefighter offers her. But what if his assistance is the very thing that's damning her? Hopeful with the hints that Lila might stay in Rockford for good, Tommy gets more ambitious for her to have closure. About her ex, about that fire, and about whoever's been warning her. Yet, it's not so easy to address his past and demand closure with the drama and conflicts that have only worsened since his best friend's death years ago. Halfway stuck in the past and halfway desperate to move forward, Tommy learns to accept the help of his friends—whatever it takes to heal and open his heart to Lila. Until they can mutually agree that letting love win is the way to defeat the demons of their pasts, he has to wonder if it really is possible to open his heart once more and not be destroyed once more.  Embers of the Heart Series: •Book 1 – In Your Safe Embrace •Book 2 – Through Smoke and Flame •Book 3 – Where Ashes Meet Hope

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A Crane Family New Year

A Crane Family New Year by Jessica Lemmon

He made a promise to kiss her at midnight… Widower Zander Crane arrives at Reese Crane's mansion on New Year's Eve on a mission: to kiss a woman at midnight no matter what. But when he learns that Chloe Andrews and the object of his online infatuation are one and the same, he knows that one kiss will never be enough… This fast-paced, fun prequel revisits the Crane family you know and love, and opens up to a whole new group of Cranes soon to win your heart!

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Love Blooms on Main Street

Love Blooms on Main Street The Briar Creek Series by Olivia Miles

Fans of Jill Shalvis, Susan Mallery, and RaeAnne Thayne will love the fourth book in Olivia Miles's Briar Creek series. Love is always in season . . . Florist Ivy Birch fantasizes about the day a man will surprise her with a beautiful bouquet of flowers. Especially if that man happens to be Brett Hastings. One stolen kiss at her best friend's wedding and Ivy can't get the sexy ER doctor out of her head. In the small town of Briar Creek, you can't avoid anyone for very long. Not that Brett has been trying to avoid Ivy. He just can't afford to let anything distract him from his work-not again. So when a hospital fundraiser throws them together, love is the last thing on his mind. But with her quick wit and sweet laugh, soon the one woman he's tried to keep at arm's length is capturing his heart..

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Wicked Serve

Wicked Serve A Novel by Grace Reilly

USA Today  Bestseller From TikTok sensation Grace Reilly, the long-awaited final book in the Beyond the Play series and your newest obsession, a spicy brother’s rival college hockey romance, perfect for fans of Hannah Grace, Liz Tomforde, and Elsie Silver. He’s my brother’s biggest hockey rival…but he’s bringing the heat for me. Nikolai Hockey is my life, and I need to make this last season count. But when I’m forced to transfer to rival school McKee University for my senior year, I risk pissing off the captain, who happens to be the older brother of Isabelle Callahan: the gorgeous beam of sunshine I can't forget after our secret summer romance. Rekindling our fling, especially with the forced proximity of us being on the same campus, could risk her brother icing me off the team—not to mention the fact that my scarred past makes having a real relationship impossible—and yet the moment I see Isabelle again, all my wild, burning feelings come rushing back. Izzy I have two goals for sophomore year: win back my old volleyball position, and forget I ever knew devilishly handsome hockey defenseman Nikolai Abney-Volkov. As the youngest and only daughter in a family full of athletes, failure isn’t an option. But when Nik crashes back into my life, I can’t stay away from the broody charm of this grumpy athlete. I’m determined to guard my heart this time, but between the furtive hookups and the heartfelt conversations, the lines between friends-with-benefits and more begin to blur. As we fall deeper in this emotional new adult romance, we’ll have to make a choice: fight for a future together, or watch it go up in flames. TROPES Friends with benefits Hockey romance Stolen spicy moments Filled with swoons, spice, sports, and koalas, Wicked Serve is a don’t-miss new adult college sports romance.

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Filthy Rich Redemption

Filthy Rich Redemption A BRAND NEW spicy billionaire romance from Rachael Stewart for 2026 by Rachael Stewart

A BRAND NEW flirty, addictively steamy billionaire romance from Rachael Stewart. Perfect for fans of Nicole Snow and Ilsa Madden-Mills. Taylor I wanted a baby — no strings, no messy emotions. Just a donor I could trust — my best friend. He didn’t hesitate or ask why. He said yes… with one condition: no clinics, no cold procedures. Just him — his bed, his way. I should have said no. But I wanted this. And I didn’t realise how much I wanted him. I told myself I could handle it — keep my heart locked tight. But the moment he touched me, all those lies fell apart. Now I’m falling — for a man who never promised me anything but his body. And my deepest desire risks becoming my darkest downfall. But now there’s no turning back. Axel She asked me to give her a baby. No love. No future. Just a piece of me. I’m not a good man. I’m not the kind you build a life with. But this… this was my one chance to touch heaven and pretend it wouldn’t burn me alive. So I took her. Over and over. Knowing she’ll never be mine. But now I’m addicted. Possessive. I don’t want just her body — I want her soul. Her future. Her everything. And when she walks away — like we both know she will — it’ll break me. Because I’d give her the world… But I’ll never be worthy of it.

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Dreamland

Dreamland A Novel by Nicholas Sparks

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A twist you won’t see coming. A love story you’ll never forget. From the acclaimed author of The Notebook comes a powerful novel about risking everything for a dream—and whether it’s possible to leave the past behind. A POPSUGAR BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR We don’t always get to choose our paths in life; sometimes they choose us. After fleeing an abusive husband with her six-year-old son, Tommie, Beverly is attempting to create a new life for them in a small town off the beaten track. Despite their newfound freedom, Beverly is constantly on guard: she creates a fake backstory, wears a disguise around town, and buries herself in DIY projects to stave off anxiety. But her stress only rises when Tommie insists he’d been hearing someone walking on the roof and calling his name late at night. With money running out and danger seemingly around every corner, she makes a desperate decision that will rewrite everything she knows to be true. . . . Meanwhile, Colby Mills is on a heart-pounding journey of another kind. A failed musician, he now heads a small family farm in North Carolina. Seeking a rare break from his duties at home, he spontaneously takes a gig playing in a bar in St. Pete Beach, Florida, where he meets Morgan Lee—and his whole life is turned upside-down. The daughter of affluent Chicago doctors, Morgan has graduated from a prestigious college music program with the ambition to move to Nashville and become a star. Romantically and musically, she and Colby complete each other in a way that neither has ever known. In the course of a single unforgettable week, two young people will navigate the exhilarating heights and heartbreak of first love. Hundreds of miles away, Beverly will put her love for her young son to the test. And fate will draw all three people together in a web of life-altering connections . . . forcing each to wonder whether the dream of a better life can ever survive the weight of the past.

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Irish Thoroughbred - Nora Roberts Cover Art

Irish Thoroughbred

Irish Thoroughbred by Nora Roberts

The very first novel by the phenomenal #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts, Irish Thoroughbred is the story of a young immigrant, a racehorse breeder, and a romance that could only happen in America--now in a beautiful new hardcover edition. There’s nothing left for Adelia Cunnane in Ireland. The aunt she cared for has passed, and the family farm has been sold for taxes. But her uncle Paddy has written her: Come to America … The Maryland horse farm where Paddy lives and works is more than Dee dared to dream about. She has always had a magical touch with animals, and her she finds employment in the stables—and a chance to fly, on the muscular back of Travis Grant’s chestnut Thoroughbred. It’s easy to put aside a passing pang of homesickness when she can spend her first paycheck—which feels like a veritable fortune—on the feminine frivolities that were never a part of her life in the old country. But the most unfamiliar territory of all is her relationship with her boss, the man who has made all this possible. Spirited but innocent, Dee is disconcerted by the way he treats her—and the way she responds. America may be the land of opportunity, a place where even those from the humblest background can pursue what they want—and, perhaps, even find themselves one day attending the Kentucky Derby. But some divides may be too wide to cross, and Dee fears that demanding more could cost her all that she’s already gained…

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Passing Emotion

Passing Emotion by Lexy Timms

You can't score a goal if you don't take a shot… Zoe Carr is so ready to return to campus after winter break. She's eager to see Ian—her brother's best friend, teammate and their roommate—after the holidays. Ian plans a special night for them, but it's cut short by another roommate. Ian and Zoe are caught in a push and pull romance because they know her brother can't find out they're fooling around behind his back. He made a deal with his roommates before Zoe moved in that they stay away from his little sister. However it seems Zoe and Ian can't stay away from each other. Zoe gets the chance to audition for a semester in Paris dancing with an academy, at the same time Ian is selected to try out for the national soccer team. Things seem to be going good until Zoe's brother finds out the two of them. My Brother's Roommate Series •Book 1 – Scoring Devotion •Book 2 – Passing Emotion •Book 3 – Offside Passion

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Sworn to Honor

Sworn to Honor by Charlee James

She wakes his war-weary soul with a song, but can she trust him… Navy SEAL Julian “Joker” Desmond didn’t get his nickname from cracking jokes. He’s tough, suspicious and honed by battle, but when he hears a woman singing in a local bar after his recent deployment, he lets down his guard for a taste of heaven. In the morning, she’s gone, leaving him bitterly disappointed. Music therapist Sam Campbell knows better than to let a man get close. Her family is dangerous, and she deliberately keeps a low profile. When she runs into Julian again at her teen client’s house, she’s both thrilled and dismayed. She’s been unable to forget their night of fireworks and connection, but she’s determined to keep them both safe. When he discovers Sam’s dark past and why she ran after their night of passion, Julian vows to protect her…or die trying.

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Griffin

Griffin by Samantha Skye

I came to Whispers to start over. Just me, my baby, and a bakery that smells like second chances. No more judgmental glances. No more family who treated me like a stain they couldn't scrub out. Just flour, sugar, and the quiet hope that I can build a life worth living. I didn't expect to meet Griffin. Grumpy, gorgeous, and maddeningly closed off, he's the town's most elusive billionaire and the man who built homes for the rich but never made one for himself. He sees me. Not just the bump or the baggage, but the woman underneath. And when he looks at me like I'm the only thing that's ever made sense, I forget how to breathe. But trust isn't something I can afford. My past has taught me to be wary of everyone. Even if the grumpy builder says he's ready to fight for something real.  I just hope he knows what it costs.

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Hudson

Hudson by Samantha Skye

I've never sought a savior, especially not a billionaire. But when a charming, single dad returns to my small town , memories stir of our shared past and our future feels increasingly intertwined. As the town's new Doctor, Hudson Hamilton is hard to ignore. Not only is he now in charge of my moms medical needs, but he is also best friends with my boss .  His good looks and excellent bedside manner do little to tame the heat that swirls. But fantasizing never served me well and my life is chaotic, with one hurdle after another. No time to date, no time to daydream. But he bonds with my mom, I bond with his son, and despite my hesitation, his caring ways start to break down my walls. But just like everything in my life, it doesn't come easy. Sinister things are at play. Danger is lurking and it is coming from those closest to us.

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Only For Her

Only For Her by Natasha Madison

From Wall Street Journal and USA TODAY bestselling author Natasha Madison comes a brand new sports romance. A spin-off from the Only One series! He's the youngest coach in the league, and she's your captain's younger sister. Victoria Being offered a job in a brand-new city wasn't something I was planning on. Neither was meeting him at a random hotel bar that same night. We shared a drink, flirted, and then one thing led to another. We exchanged first names, and I escaped the next morning with a quick goodbye. I never expected to see him again. I especially never expected him to come face-to-face with him at my brother's house. As the new coach of the team. Zane I was the youngest coach in the NHL. I had to focus on one thing and one thing only. My job. It's the only thing I had time for. Until I came face-to-face with the stranger I thought I would never see again. She's off-limits in every sense of the word. Not just because she's younger than me. She's the sister to my star player.

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Ryan

Ryan by Chris Keniston

Easy going Ryan Farraday meets his match when talented carpenter Nicole Davis arrives on his worksite. Her beauty, confidence and witty banter throws the last single Construction Cousin completely off balance. Suddenly, the worksite feels charged with more than electricity. Amidst sawdust and family secrets, their friendly rivalry sparks an undeniable heat. So what's a Farraday man to do when he finds himself falling for his newest employee, especially when she has an overprotective big brother? In Tucker’s Bluff, love has a way of surprising even the most guarded hearts. With Aunt Eileen and the Ladies Afternoon Social Club meddling, swoon-worthy cowboys stealing hearts, a German Shepherd with an instinct for matchmaking, and a ghost town renovation stirring up excitement, anything can happen. More from the Farraday Country series: Original Seven: Adam Brooks Connor Declan Ethan Finn Grace Texas cousins: Hannah Ian Jamison Keeping Eileen Loving Chloe Construction Cousins: Morgan Neil Owen Paxton Quinn Ryan

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