Best Selling Gay and Lesbian Romance Books

Discover the best-selling gay and lesbian romance books and ebooks for adults, featuring heartfelt stories that have captured readers' hearts across. These novels are favorites on platforms like Amazon Kindle and Apple Books, with many topping the book charts. Popular authors such as Casey McQuiston, T.Ruby Roe, and N.R. Walker have written widely celebrated novels that offer rich, authentic portrayals of LGBTQ+ love. Whether you're new to the genre or a long-time fan, these romantic tales of connection and passion are sure to captivate readers seeking diverse and engaging love stories.

The current #1 best selling gay and lesbian romance novel on Apple Books today is Tough Guy by Rachel Reid.

The book chart of the most popular gay and lesbian romance books was last updated on August 28, 2026.

Romance Ebook Best Sellers

Apple Books Most Popular Gay and Lesbian Romance Novels 2026

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Tough Guy - Rachel Reid Cover Art

Tough Guy

Tough Guy Now Streaming on Crave and HBO Max by Rachel Reid

THE SERIES THAT INSPIRED HEATED RIVALRY • NOW A #1 STREAMING SHOW Enter the world of Game Changers, the series behind the epic enemies-to-lovers hockey romance Heated Rivalry, streaming on Crave in Canada and on HBO Max in the U.S.  Opposites attract when a hockey enforcer and a musician collide for the second time, by New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Rachel Reid. Pro hockey star Ryan Price may be an enforcer, but off the ice he struggles with anxiety. Recently traded to Toronto, he’s determined to make a fresh start in the city’s dynamic LGBTQ+ Village. The last thing he expects to find in his new neighborhood is a blast from his past in the fabulous form of Fabian Salah. Aspiring musician Fabian loathes hockey. But that doesn’t stop him from being attracted to a certain burly ginger-bearded defenseman. He hasn’t forgotten the kiss they almost shared back in high school, and the chemistry between them has only intensified. Fabian is more than happy to be Ryan’s guide to the gay scene in Toronto. Between dance clubs and art exhibits—and the most amazing sex—Ryan’s feeling something he hasn’t experienced in a long time: joy. But playing the role of the heavy on the ice has taken its toll on his body and mind, and a future with Fabian may mean hanging up his skates for good. Game Changers Book 1: Game Changer Book 2: Heated Rivalry Book 3: Tough Guy Book 4: Common Goal Book 5: Role Model Book 6: The Long Game Book 7: Unrivaled Need more Rachel Reid?! Check out these other standalones from your favorite MM hockey romance writer: Time to Shine The Shots You Take

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Heated Rivalry - Rachel Reid Cover Art

Heated Rivalry

Heated Rivalry Now Streaming on Crave and HBO Max by Rachel Reid

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NOW A #1 STREAMING SHOW  The epic enemies-to-lovers hockey romance from Rachel Reid, streaming on Crave in Canada and on HBO Max in the U.S. "The book that got me into hockey romance." —NPR's Weekend Edition Nothing interferes with pro hockey star Shane Hollander’s game. Now that he’s captain of the Montreal Voyageurs, he won’t let anything jeopardize that—definitely not the sexy rival he loves to hate. Boston Bears captain Ilya Rozanov is everything Shane’s not. The self-proclaimed king of the ice, he’s as cocky as he is talented. No one can beat him—except Shane. Publicly, they’re enemies. Privately, they can’t stop touching each other.  The smart thing to do? Walk away, once a few secret hookups turn into a struggle to keep their relationship out of the press. The truth could ruin them both. But for Shane and Ilya, secrecy is soon no longer an option… Game Changers Book 1: Game Changer Book 2: Heated Rivalry Book 3: Tough Guy Book 4: Common Goal Book 5: Role Model Book 6: The Long Game Book 7: Unrivaled Need more Reid?! Check out these other standalones from your favorite MM hockey romance writer: Time to Shine The Shots You Take

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Role Model - Rachel Reid Cover Art

Role Model

Role Model Now Streaming on Crave and HBO Max by Rachel Reid

THE SERIES THAT INSPIRED HEATED RIVALRY • NOW A #1 STREAMING SHOW Enter the world of Game Changers, the series behind the epic enemies-to-lovers hockey romance Heated Rivalry, streaming on Crave in Canada and on HBO Max in the U.S.  A grumpy hockey player meets his match in a sunny, out-and-proud social media manager, by New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Rachel Reid.  The hits just keep coming for Troy Barrett. Traded to the worst team in the league would be bad enough, but coming on the heels of a messy breakup and a recent scandal… Troy just wants to play hockey and be left alone. He definitely doesn’t want to “work on his online presence" with the team’s peppy social media manager. Harris Drover can tell standoffish Troy isn’t happy about the trade, but Harris doesn’t give up on people easily. Even when he’s developing a crush he’s sure is one-sided. And when he sees Troy’s smile finally crack through his grumpy exterior… That’s a man Harris couldn’t turn his back on if he wanted to. Suddenly, Troy’s move to the new team feels like an opportunity—for Troy to embrace his true self, and for both men to explore their growing attraction. But being together behind closed doors is one thing, and for Troy, being in a public relationship with Harris will mean facing off with his fears, once and for all. Game Changers Book 1: Game Changer Book 2: Heated Rivalry Book 3: Tough Guy Book 4: Common Goal Book 5: Role Model Book 6: The Long Game Book 7: Unrivaled Need more Rachel Reid?! Check out these other standalones from your favorite MM hockey romance writer: Time to Shine The Shots You Take

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Game Changer - Rachel Reid Cover Art

Game Changer

Game Changer Now Streaming on Crave and HBO Max by Rachel Reid

THE SERIES THAT INSPIRED HEATED RIVALRY • NOW A #1 STREAMING SHOW Enter the world of Game Changers, the series behind the epic enemies-to-lovers hockey romance Heated Rivalry, streaming on Crave in Canada and on HBO Max in the U.S.  It all starts here with Scott and Kip’s steamy secret-relationship romance by New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Rachel Reid. New York Admirals captain Scott Hunter takes his pregame rituals very seriously. When a particular smoothie precedes Scott's breaking his on-ice slump, he’s desperate to recreate the magic…and to get to know the sexy, funny guy behind the counter. Kip Grady knew there was more to Scott’s frequent visits than blended fruit, but he never let himself imagine being invited back to Scott’s penthouse. Or kissed with reckless abandon—and more. What goes on between them is hot, incredible and frequent…but also only on Scott’s terms and always behind his closed apartment doors. Scott needs Kip in his life, but with playoff season approaching, the spotlight on him is suddenly brighter than ever. He can’t afford to do anything that might derail his career or the public’s image of what a hockey captain should be. Kip is ready to go all in with Scott—but how much longer will he have to remain a secret? Game Changers Book 1: Game Changer Book 2: Heated Rivalry Book 3: Tough Guy Book 4: Common Goal Book 5: Role Model Book 6: The Long Game Book 7: Unrivaled Need more Reid?! Check out these other standalones from your favorite MM hockey romance writer: Time to Shine The Shots You Take

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The Song of Achilles

The Song of Achilles A Novel by Madeline Miller

“At once a scholar’s homage to The Iliad and startlingly original work of art by an incredibly talented new novelist….A book I could not put down.” —Ann Patchett “Mary Renault lives again!” declares Emma Donoghue, author of Room, referring to The Song of Achilles, Madeline Miller’s thrilling, profoundly moving, and utterly unique retelling of the legend of Achilles and the Trojan War.  A tale of gods, kings, immortal fame, and the human heart, The Song of Achilles is a dazzling literary feat that brilliantly reimagines Homer’s enduring masterwork, The Iliad. An action-packed adventure, an epic love story, a marvelously conceived and executed page-turner, Miller’s monumental debut novel has already earned resounding acclaim from some of contemporary fiction’s brightest lights—and fans of Mary Renault, Bernard Cornwell, Steven Pressfield, and Colleen McCullough’s Masters of Rome series will delight in this unforgettable journey back to ancient Greece in the Age of Heroes.

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Common Goal

Common Goal Now Streaming on Crave and HBO Max by Rachel Reid

THE SERIES THAT INSPIRED HEATED RIVALRY • NOW A #1 STREAMING SHOW Enter the world of Game Changers, the series behind the epic enemies-to-lovers hockey romance Heated Rivalry, streaming on Crave in Canada and on HBO Max in the U.S.  A friends-with-benefits arrangement between a veteran goalie and a much-younger man leaves them both wanting more, by New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Rachel Reid.  Veteran goaltender Eric Bennett has faced down some of the toughest shooters on the ice, but nothing prepared him for his latest challenge—life after hockey. It’s time to make some big changes, starting with finally dating men for the first time. Graduate student Kyle Swift moved to New York nursing a broken heart. He’d sworn to find someone his own age to crush on (for once). Until he meets a gorgeous, distinguished silver fox hockey player. Despite their intense physical attraction, Kyle has no intention of getting emotionally involved. He’ll teach Eric a few tricks, have some mutually consensual fun, then walk away. Eric is more than happy to learn anything Kyle brings to the table. And Kyle never expected their friends-with-benefits arrangement to leave him wanting more. Happily-ever-after might be staring them in the face, but it won’t happen if they're too stubborn to come clean about their feelings. Everything they want is within reach… They just have to be brave enough to grab it. Game Changers Book 1: Game Changer Book 2: Heated Rivalry Book 3: Tough Guy Book 4: Common Goal Book 5: Role Model Book 6: The Long Game Book 7: Unrivaled Need more Rachel Reid?! Check out these other standalones from your favorite MM hockey romance writer: Time to Shine The Shots You Take

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The Long Game - Rachel Reid Cover Art

The Long Game

The Long Game Now Streaming on Crave and HBO Max by Rachel Reid

THE SERIES THAT INSPIRED HEATED RIVALRY • NOW A #1 STREAMING SHOW Enter the world of Game Changers, the series behind the epic enemies-to-lovers hockey romance Heated Rivalry, streaming on Crave in Canada and on HBO Max in the U.S.  New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Rachel Reid brings you exactly what you want—more Shane and Ilya! To the world they are rivals, but to each other they are everything. Ten years. That’s how long Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov have been seeing each other. How long they’ve been keeping their relationship a secret. From friends, from family…from the league. If Shane wants to stay at the top of his game, what he and Ilya share has to remain secret. He loves Ilya, but what if going public ruins everything? Ilya is sick of secrets. Shane has gotten so good at hiding his feelings, sometimes Ilya questions if they even exist. The closeness, the intimacy, even the risk that would come with being open about their relationship…Ilya wants it all. It’s time for them to decide what’s most important—hockey or love. It’s time to make a call. Game Changers Book 1: Game Changer Book 2: Heated Rivalry Book 3: Tough Guy Book 4: Common Goal Book 5: Role Model Book 6: The Long Game Book 7: Unrivaled Need more Rachel Reid?! Check out these other standalones from your favorite MM hockey romance writer: Time to Shine The Shots You Take

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Unrivaled - Rachel Reid Cover Art

Unrivaled

Unrivaled Now Streaming on Crave and HBO Max by Rachel Reid

Everyone's favorite hockey players are back! Ilya Rozanov and Shane Hollander continue the romance that began with viral sensation Heated Rivalry—now streaming on Crave in Canada and on HBO Max in the US—in the highly anticipated seventh book in New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Rachel Reid’s Game Changers series. A line has been drawn—and the hockey world is divided. For the first time in their professional hockey careers, Ilya Rozanov and Shane Hollander have nothing to hide. For more than a decade, they kept their love a secret, but now they’re out, married, and even playing on the same team. The support is incredible. Most of the time. They’ve gotten a lot of love from fans who are thrilled for them. But some people in the hockey world are still reeling from their relationship reveal, and the backlash—led by popular hockey podcast Top Shelf and the #TakeBackHockey movement—is getting louder. Ilya and Shane are finally able to stand together in the light, the way they’d always wanted. And now they might be facing their biggest challenge yet. Game Changers Book 1: Game Changer Book 2: Heated Rivalry Book 3: Tough Guy Book 4: Common Goal Book 5: Role Model Book 6: The Long Game Book 7: Unrivaled Need more Reid?! Check out these other standalones from your favorite MM hockey romance writer: Time to Shine The Shots You Take

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Handle with Care

Handle with Care A Rivals to Lovers Queer MM Romance by Hayden Stone

Two interns. One permanent job. And one missing art museum exhibit. Dylan Alexander doesn’t need a boyfriend. Having one will only slow him down. Freshly graduated from university, Dylan’s arrived in London, England, from Vancouver, Canada, for a summer internship at the London Art & Design Museum. He’s also looking for strings-free fun and a fresh dating scene. This is Dylan’s dream chance to start his career and land a permanent job in London—or else he must return to Vancouver, where museum jobs are rare and the dating pool is old news. Everything’s going great in his new life—except for one thing. Dylan must put up with rival museum intern William Martin-Greene. Will is everything Dylan can’t stand: flashy, arrogant, and entitled. Forget that he’s too handsome for his own good and knows it. It’s bad luck that they both started on the same internship program. At least they work safely apart in different departments—until one day, they’re forced to work together when Will unexpectedly joins Dylan’s Curatorial team. So much for the avoidance strategy that had worked so far. Will’s arrival on the team is also not helping Dylan’s unmistakable attraction. When Dylan and Will end up stranded together while collecting exhibits, they can’t deny their chemistry. Soon, they learn only one permanent job is on offer at the end of the summer, and the competition is on to be the best intern. They both share the blame when an important design exhibit goes missing and risks the unexpected summer romance between them. Then, everything is on the line—including hearts, careers, and a chance at love. A charming rivals-to-lovers, boy-next-door summer romance. For fans of Alexis Hall, Timothy Janovsky, and Alison Cochrun.

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Two Left Feet

Two Left Feet A Novel by Kallie Emblidge

A Premier League football star must defend his roster spot—and his heart—when a threateningly talented and handsome midfielder joins his team in this utterly charming debut romance, a profound love letter to the world’s most popular sport. Oliver Harris is football royalty in London. Ordinarily the star of the Camden Roses is calm, cool, and collected, keeping his club relevant with his prowess in the midfield and his mighty left foot. But this season, the threats abound: There’s Camden’s management to contend with—complete with a prickly new Dutch coach, eager for better results—and a midseason injury, which sidelines him when his team needs him most. When a recruit is called up to fill in, Oliver fears he’ll be replaced. If he can mentor this younger talent, then they might just have a chance at winning, together. After a string of lackluster performances in his native Spain, Leonardo Davies-Villanueva is looking for one last shot with the club he always dreamed of, where he once played in the youth academy. Oliver immediately finds confident, eager Leo irritating. He can barely go through the motions, let alone coach him, without outright hostility. When he comes to admire Leo’s skill and warms to his humor and energy, though, he begins to see Leo as a friend—and then, to his mounting horror, as something more. Leo craves Oliver’s attention and partnership; Oliver can’t afford to fall in love with his teammate. He’s always kept a tight lid on his sexuality in a league that’s never had a player come out. As the season heats up, a lot more than football hangs in the balance. Can Oliver—and Leo—win when it counts most? “An exuberant heart-squeeze of a book . . . Two Left Feet is the kind of joyful, hopeful story the romance genre was made for.”—Rachel Lynn Solomon, author of What Happens in Amsterdam

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25 Days in Athens

25 Days in Athens by Jack Strange

‘Oh, I adored this!… Had me kicking my feet and squealing… Just so adorable… Absolute perfection… Delightful… The perfect summer read’ ★★★★★ ‘[A] sweet and sexy romance… the perfect book to bring to the beach’ Laurie Gilmore, #1 New York Times bestseller *** In the sun-soaked street of Athens, Will might find that his love story might not be the one he’s expecting… Three years ago, Will turned down Ollie’s proposal and has regretted it ever since. Now, Ollie is marrying someone else in Greece, the very place they once dreamed of saying “I do”, and Will is invited. With only twenty-five days until the wedding, is it finally time for Will to tell Ollie he made a mistake? But a chance encounter with his childhood friend Sam, who just happens to be impossibly handsome, complicates everything. Against the stunning backdrop of ancient ruins and vibrant nightlife, Will must confront his past, his desires, and the true meaning of love. Tropes: DestinationSecond ChanceChildhood friendsSelf-discoveryForced Proximity The perfect summer holiday romance for fans of Casey McQuiston, M. A. Wardell and Alexis Hall! See why readers love 25 Days in Athens ‘My new favourite book… I loved how connected I felt to the Greek setting’ ★★★★★ ‘The kind of messy, emotional, sun soaked romance that feels like a movie’ ★★★★★ ‘My constant gay book recommendation for the rest of my life… such a fun book that just made me smile’ ★★★★★ ‘Everything I didn’t even know I wanted… so much fun’ ★★★★★ ‘Fun, sunny vibes… the perfect summer holiday romance’ ★★★★★ 'The humour in this book had me chuckling out loud… his funniest story yet… highly recommend taking this one on holiday’ ★★★★★ ‘The epitome of summer and it is the perfect romance read for anyone who craves Mamma Mia vibes all day long… an easy five star read for me’ ★★★★★ ‘Heart tugging moments and a whole lot of desire and romance… great if you’re in the mood for something light hearted and funny’ ★★★★ 'This is a perfect vacation read, or when you need a vacation!’ ★★★★ 'Steamy! Spicy! So much to love about these characters’ ★★★★ Reviews ‘Cozy, queer… a love letter to bookstores’ Laurie Gilmore ‘Cozy and emotional’ New York Times ‘Heartfelt and hilarious. Jack Strange writes smart and zesty romance with a kick’ A. J. West About the author J. S. Strange lives in Wales surrounded by books, and his three cats. With an interest in the occult, the esoteric, and the paranormal, J. S. Strange often finds himself waiting for Halloween, or thinking how he can make his home more supernatural. Author of The Boyfriend Academy, J. S. Strange is also working on murder mysteries with gay male leads.

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Time to Shine - Rachel Reid Cover Art

Time to Shine

Time to Shine by Rachel Reid

From the New York Times bestselling author of Heated Rivalry comes a merry and bright hockey romance about finding your place, finding your people and finding your way back to the one you love the most.  "Rachel Reid's hockey heroes are sexy, hot, and passionate!" —#1 New York Times bestselling author Lauren Blakely For Landon Stackhouse, being called up from the Calgary farm team is exciting and terrifying, even if, as the backup goalie, he rarely leaves the bench. A quiet loner by nature, Landon knows he gives off strong “don’t talk to me” vibes. The only player who doesn’t seem to notice is Calgary’s superstar young winger, Casey Hicks. Casey treats Landon like an old friend, even though they’ve only interacted briefly in the past. He’s endlessly charming and completely laid-back in a way that Landon absolutely can’t relate to. They couldn’t have less in common, but Landon needs a place to live that’s not a hotel room and Casey has just bought a massive house—and hates being alone. As roommates, Casey refuses to be defeated by Landon’s one-word answers. As friends, Landon comes to notice a few things about Casey, like his wide, easy smile and sparkling green-blue eyes. Spending the holidays together only intensifies their bromance-turned-romance. But as the new year approaches, the countdown to the end of Landon’s time in Calgary is on. Need more Rachel Reid?! Dive into her other hockey romance titles. . .  Standalones • Time to Shine • The Shots You Take The Game Changers Series • Book 1: Game Changer • Book 2: Heated Rivalry • Book 3: Tough Guy • Book 4: Common Goal • Book 5: Role Model • Book 6: The Long Game • Book 7: Unrivaled

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Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu Vol. 6

Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu Vol. 6 by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu

White No-Face, Xie Lian's greatest fear and most hated enemy, has arrived...or so it seems. While the ghost with the half-crying, half-smiling mask is somewhere nearby, the creature is elusive as always, taunting him from just out of reach and promising the total destruction of everything he holds dear. As Xie Lian confronts the trauma of his last encounter with the terrifying ghost, Hua Cheng will do anything in his power to protect him. But White No-Face's identity and purpose are not the only mysteries to unravel, as Hua Cheng also has a history in the labyrinthine tunnels beneath Mount Tonglu. Will Xie Lian finally discover the full connection they share--and learn the true depths of Hua Cheng's devotion?

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A Game of Hearts and Heists: A Steamy Lesbian Fantasy Romance - Ruby Roe Cover Art

A Game of Hearts and Heists: A Steamy Lesbian Fantasy Romance

A Game of Hearts and Heists: A Steamy Lesbian Fantasy Romance by Ruby Roe

Two enemies, one goal: steal each other's hearts. Scarlett Grey, disgraced assassin, is determined to get revenge. Quinn Adams, medic turned-poisoner for hire, is her deadliest rival. For years, they've stolen each other's clients, sabotaged each other's business, and occasionally… slept together. When the Magician Queen offers an irresistible deal, Scarlett and Quinn are forced to work together. But this is not a simple job. With an impossible heist ahead, they're going to have to trust each other… And that's not easy when they both have secrets to hide. Harder still when those secrets will betray the ones they love. Now neither woman is sure if it's a heist they want to win or a heart. Two women, two deadly professions, and a romance that could be their downfall. This is a steamy lesbian fantasy romance with enemies to lovers, a heist, found family, a secret royal, and only one bed.

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The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun (Novel) Vol. 10 - Rou Bao Bu Chi Rou Cover Art

The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun (Novel) Vol. 10

The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun (Novel) Vol. 10 by Rou Bao Bu Chi Rou

After his failed attempt to kill Hua Binan, Chu Wanning remains at Wushan Palace, held captive once again by Taxian-jun. The opening of the Space-Time Gate of Life and Death has irrevocably changed and merged the two universes, plunging both realms into chaos. At last, Taxian-jun reveals the truth of Hua Binan's horrific plan: He intends to defy the gods and lead his persecuted people home to their ancestral lands in the demon realm, even if it means destroying both mortal worlds in the process. While Xue Meng rallies the remaining forces of the cultivation realm to storm the Sisheng Peak of another world, Chu Wanning alone has the power to stand in Hua Binan's way. Yet after losing the man he loved in two lifetimes, does he still have the strength to oppose the one who ruined him?

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The Shots You Take

The Shots You Take by Rachel Reid

A sweet and sexy hockey romance about two ex-teammates and former best friends with benefits who are about to discover whether you can ever really have a second chance. From the New York Times bestselling author of the Heated Rivalry, Rachel Reid. After moving back to his hometown ten years ago, Riley Tuck thought he had left his major league hockey career—and his broken heart—far behind. But when an unexpected tragedy strikes, it brings ex-teammate and former best friend with benefits Adam Sheppard back into his life. Coming to the small town of Avery River, Nova Scotia, might have been a mistake. Adam’s not sure he’ll ever win back Riley’s trust after the way they left things—and the attention he’s getting as a huge hockey star isn’t exactly helping. Yet the chemistry that crackles between them is undeniable, even now. As Adam helps Riley navigate his grief, long-buried feelings start to resurface. But they’ll have to square off with their complicated past if they’re going to have a real shot at a new beginning. Need more Rachel Reid?! Dive into her other hockey romance titles. . .  Standalones • Time to Shine • The Shots You Take The Game Changers Series • Book 1: Game Changer • Book 2: Heated Rivalry • Book 3: Tough Guy • Book 4: Common Goal • Book 5: Role Model • Book 6: The Long Game • Book 7: Unrivaled

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Blood of Hercules

Blood of Hercules by Jasmine Mas

The INSTANT New York Times bestseller! Don’t miss the overnight viral sensation everyone is talking about! Blood of Hercules is the sarcastically funny, dark fantasy romance reimagining of Hercules from bestselling author Jasmine Mas. I’m just a girl. And it turns out, I’m Hercules. I’m struggling to survive in a Titan infested world where Spartans, immortals from twelve royal families who have god-like powers and obscene wealth, rule over all. A shy-stammering foster child with nothing, I keep my head down, cover my scars, and focus on excelling in school. At least, I try to. Then it happens. My blood test reveals I’m part of the powerful elite. I’m one of them. A Spartan. Forced to attend the Spartan War Academy, I undergo the most harrowing test of all time to see if I have what it takes to be an immortal. There’s just a few problems. Achilles and Patro are my scary mentors. Kharon, the ferryman of death, and Augustus, the son of war, are my terrifying professors. Also, I’m pretty sure either someone’s stalking me everywhere I go, or my sanity’s slipping––I have a bad feeling both are true. I’m surrounded by Villains and they’re smothering me with their hate, obsession, and dark possessiveness. Too bad for them, they have no clue just who they’re messing with. A Dark Romantasy for readers who love: "Who did this to you?" Extreme Enemies to Lovers Strong Heroine Morally Gray Alpha Heroes Zodiac Academy, Quicksilver and When the Moon Hatched Don't miss the electrifying sequel to Blood of Hercules, Bonds of Hercules, where the men are getting darker, the stakes are getting higher and the last question you'll ask is who will she choose. Available now!

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Rough and Ready - Mari Carr Cover Art

Rough and Ready

Rough and Ready by Mari Carr

A steamy friends to lovers romance that breaks the bro-code…big time! Gio is blessed with a big family and lots of friends. Unfortunately, there’s an unspoken code amongst his buddies…one where sisters are off-limits. That wouldn’t be a problem if he and his best friend, Rafe, could stop thinking about Kayden’s vivacious, fun-loving little sister, Keeley. They have always been stand-up guys, but Keeley is so tempting, so sexy, that they’re in danger of breaking all the rules. Keeley’s not exactly batting a thousand when it comes to life. She just lost her job and her only true talent seems to be picking the worst guys on the planet from online dating sites. However, her uneventful life takes a turn for the steamy after Rafe hires her to work for him and he and Gio start crashing all her bad dates. When one kiss lead to a second and then to something much, much more, the lovers are left to decide if they’re engaging in a fun fling or embarking on forever.

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The Marriage Deal

The Marriage Deal A Sapphic Wedding Date Romance by Andifak Obot

Two workplace rivals. One fake relationship. A Scottish castle with only one bed. Amelia Sterling is a ruthless, high-powered crisis manager in New York City who thrives on control, efficiency, and perfectly tailored suits. But her carefully curated life is thrown into chaos when she's summoned to her family's sprawling, drafty castle on the Isle of Skye for her twin sister's wedding. Desperate to avoid her aristocratic mother’s trap to set her up with a toxic ex-fiancé, Amelia panics and claims she’s bringing her serious, long-term girlfriend. The only problem? She doesn't have one. Enter Valerie Vance. She is Amelia’s brilliant, chaotic, and infuriatingly vibrant workplace rival who wears loud colors and treats their PR firm like her personal playground. Valerie agrees to play the devoted partner and shield Amelia from her judgmental family—but only in exchange for a career-making introduction to a billionaire client attending the wedding. It’s a strict business transaction. Clean. Simple. But the Scottish Highlands have other plans. Forced to share the massive, rose-petal-covered bed in the castle's Bridal Suite, the icy walls between the two women begin to melt. Valerie’s fierce, unexpected protection cracks Amelia’s rigid armor, while Amelia’s hidden vulnerabilities draw Valerie into a sudden, undeniable connection. As fake touches turn into real sparks amidst rainy moors, tense family dinners, and roaring fireplaces, they must face a terrifying question. Is this just a week-long deal, or are they about to risk their hearts for real?

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Thrown to the Wolves

Thrown to the Wolves A Suspenseful Paranormal MM Romance by Charlie Adhara

"Charlie Adhara’s debut series has been a real triumph, boasting complex, tightly constructed plots, excellent world-building, two fabulous, engaging central characters and a steamy romance." —All About Romance Agent Cooper Dayton is going to meet his boyfriend’s werewolf family. Unarmed. On their turf. And he’s bringing his cat. When Agent Cooper Dayton agreed to attend the funeral for Oliver Park’s grandfather, he didn’t know what he was getting into. Turns out, the deceased was the alpha of the most powerful werewolf pack on the eastern seaboard. And his death is highly suspicious. Regardless, Cooper is determined to love and support Park the way Park has been there for him. But Park left him woefully unprepared for the wolf pack politics and etiquette. Rival packs? A seating order at the dinner table? A mysterious figure named the Shepherd? The worst is that Park didn’t tell his family one key thing about Cooper. Cooper feels two steps behind, and reticent Park is no help. There are plenty of pack members eager to open up about Park and why Cooper is wrong for him. Their stories make Cooper wonder if he’s holding Park back. But there’s no time to get into it…as lethal tranquilizer darts start to fly, Cooper needs to solve the mystery of the alpha’s death and fight for the man he loves—all before someone else dies. Big Bad Wolf Book 1: The Wolf at the Door Book 2: The Wolf at Bay Book 3: Thrown to the Wolves Book 4: Wolf in Sheep's Clothing Book 5: Cry Wolf Monster Hunt Book 1: Pack of Lies Book 2: Den of Thieves

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The Wolf at Bay

The Wolf at Bay A Suspenseful Paranormal MM Romance by Charlie Adhara

"The chemistry between these characters is downright palpable." —USA TODAY on The Wolf at the Door Solve the crime or fix the relationship—Cooper Dayton can’t seem to do both in this stunning and suspenseful follow-up to The Wolf at the Door by Charlie Adhara Going home digs up bad memories, so it’s something Bureau of Special Investigations agent Cooper Dayton tries to avoid. When he’s guilted into a visit, Cooper brings along Oliver Park, his hot new werewolf partner, in the hopes the trip will help clarify their status as a couple…or not. When Park’s keen shifter nose uncovers a body in the yard and Cooper’s father is the prime suspect, Cooper knows they’re on their own. Familial involvement means no sanctioned investigation. They’ll need to go rogue and solve the mystery quietly or risk seeing Cooper’s dad put behind bars. The case may be cold, but Park and Cooper’s relationship heats up as they work. And yet if Cooper can’t figure out what’s going on between them outside of the bedroom, he’ll lose someone he… Well, he can’t quite put into words how he feels about Park. He knows one thing for sure: he’s not ready to say goodbye, though with the real killer inching ever closer…he may not have a choice. Big Bad Wolf Book 1: The Wolf at the Door Book 2: The Wolf at Bay Book 3: Thrown to the Wolves Book 4: Wolf in Sheep's Clothing Book 5: Cry Wolf Monster Hunt Book 1: Pack of Lies Book 2: Den of Thieves

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The Callahan Effect - Susan Horsnell Cover Art

The Callahan Effect

The Callahan Effect by Susan Horsnell

Mason Brooks came to Evergreen University for one reason—to play hockey. A gifted forward with his sights firmly set on the NHL, Mason expects hard practices, fierce competition, and the pressure that comes with joining one of the country's most successful college hockey programs. What he doesn't expect is Jack Callahan. Jack is the coach's son, a medical student, and the man responsible for keeping Evergreen's ice in perfect condition. He hasn't spoken since he was six years old, but Mason quickly discovers Jack doesn't need a voice to make himself heard. Their friendship becomes an attraction neither man can ignore, forcing two closeted men to decide whether what they're finding together is worth stepping beyond the lives they've carefully protected. Then an accident threatens everything Mason has worked for. As Mason faces months of rehabilitation and the possibility that his hockey career may never be the same, Jack refuses to let him face the fight alone. Their relationship deepens through setbacks, victories, and an uncertain future until Mason realizes the greatest thing he found at Evergreen was never waiting beneath the arena lights. He came to Evergreen chasing a championship. And found the man he wants beside him when the final horn sounds.

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Game Changers Volume 2

Game Changers Volume 2 A Spicy Hockey Romance Collection by Rachel Reid

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NOW A #1 STREAMING SHOW  The epic enemies-to-lovers hockey romance from Rachel Reid, streaming on Crave in Canada and on HBO Max in the U.S. "The book that got me into hockey romance." —NPR's Weekend Edition on Heated Rivalry The next three scorching MM hockey romances in the Game Changers series, now in one volume! Common Goal Veteran goaltender Eric Bennett is facing down his toughest challenge yet—life after hockey. It’s time to make some big changes, starting with finally dating men for the first time. Graduate student Kyle Swift moved to New York nursing a broken heart and swearing to find someone his own age (for once). Until he meets a gorgeous, distinguished silver fox hockey player. Kyle has no intention of getting emotionally involved. He’ll teach Eric a few tricks, have some mutually consensual fun, then walk away. Neither expected their friends-with-benefits arrangement to leave them wanting more. Everything they both want is within reach, they just have to be brave enough to grab it. Role Model Troy just wants to play hockey and be left alone. He doesn’t want to be in the news anymore, and he definitely doesn’t want to “work on his online presence” with the team’s peppy social media manager. Harris Drover can tell standoffish Troy isn’t happy about being traded to the worst team in the league, but Harris doesn’t give up on people easily. When he sees Troy’s smile finally crack through his grumpy exterior, well… That’s a man Harris couldn’t turn his back on if he wanted to. Indulging in each other behind closed doors is one thing, but for Troy, being in a public relationship with Harris will mean facing off his fears, once and for all. The Long Game Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov have been seeing each other for ten years and have kept it secret. From friends, from family…from the league. If Shane wants to stay at the top of his game, what he and Ilya share has to remain secret. He loves Ilya, but what if going public ruins everything? But Ilya is sick of secrets. Shane has gotten so good at hiding his feelings, sometimes Ilya questions if they even exist. It’s time for them to make the call and decide what’s most important—hockey or love. Game Changers Book 1: Game Changer Book 2: Heated Rivalry Book 3: Tough Guy Book 4: Common Goal Book 5: Role Model Book 6: The Long Game Book 7: Unrivaled Need more Reid?! Check out these other standalones from your favorite MM hockey romance writer: Time to Shine The Shots You Take

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Back to Square One - Georgia Beers Cover Art

Back to Square One

Back to Square One by Georgia Beers

It's never too late for second chances, even when you're Back to Square One. Rowan Thomas wakes up after an accident with no memory of the last few years—including the end of her relationship with Evie Price. Evie is hers and everything is soft kisses and inside jokes. Only everyone insists they broke up years ago. To try to cure her amnesia, Rowan tags along on an annual girls trip she apparently stopped attending (weird). Frozen margaritas and side-splitting laughter sounds like medicine, right? But when Evie shows up looking gorgeous, and everyone starts acting a bit too cagey, what really happened between her and Evie isn't the only secret in play. And the more Rowan uncovers, the more she's sure of what her heart remembers. Embrace the quintessential beach read and join award-winning author Georgia Beers for a summer of sun, swimsuits, and so much drama.

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A Case of Possession

A Case of Possession by K.J. Charles

Magic in the blood. Danger in the streets. Lord Crane has never had a lover quite as elusive as Stephen Day. He knows Stephen’s job as justiciar requires secrecy, but the magician is doing his disappearing act more than seems reasonable—especially since Crane will soon return to his home in China. When a blackmailer threatens to expose their illicit relationship, there's only one thing stopping Crane from leaving the country he loathes: Stephen. Stephen has problems of his own. As he investigates a plague of giant rats sweeping London, his sudden increase in power, boosted by his blood-and-sex bond with Crane, is rousing suspicion that he’s turned warlock. With all eyes on him, the threat of exposure grows. Stephen could lose his friends, his job and his liberty over his relationship with Crane. He’s not sure if he can take that risk much longer. Crane isn’t sure if he can ask him to. The rats are closing in, and something has to give…

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After the Disabled God of War Became My Concubine (Novel) Vol. 1

After the Disabled God of War Became My Concubine (Novel) Vol. 1 by Liu Gou Hua

An outrageous thesis has just hit the desk of esteemed history professor Jiang Suizhou. Dubiously sourced, it tells the story of the General Huo Wujiu, a man who was captured, incapacitated, and forced to serve as concubine to his enemy's brother--the cut-sleeve prince who enjoyed men in his bed. For three grueling years, the general lived as a prisoner until he escaped and sought vengeance against his tormentors. Convinced the story is pure fiction, Jiang Suizhou brands the thesis a failure, that is, until he wakes up as the cut-sleeve prince himself! Now, stuck lording over his concubine and prisoner Huo Wujiu, Jiang Suizhou's only has one option to avoid facing the general's future wrath: Ally himself with Huo Wujiu. Still, this strategy could backfire if Huo Wujiu were to get the wrong idea about his intentions.

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Conflict of Interest

Conflict of Interest An Ice Queen Medical Romance by Andifak Obot

Conflict of Interest: An Ice Queen Medical Romance In the high-stakes world of Sterling-Mercy Medical Center, the line between professional duty and reckless desire is about to flatline. Jennifer Sterling is a woman composed of rules, spreadsheets, and a suffocating family legacy. As the newly appointed Chief of Staff, she is determined to save her grandfather's hospital from insolvency by slashing unauthorized budgets. Her personal life is just as ruthlessly managed, anchored by a strategic, loveless engagement designed to merge two wealthy families. Dr. Mia Thorne is the hospital's brilliant, renegade cardiothoracic surgeon. Raised in the foster system, Mia operates with surgical precision and a fierce dedication to her patients, even if it means running an off-the-books clinic for the uninsured. To Mia, Jennifer is nothing more than a corporate calculator in a tailored suit—a dangerous threat to the lives she saves every day. Their professional collision is violent and immediate, but the friction sparks an undeniable, infuriating chemistry. When Jennifer's grandfather suffers a catastrophic heart attack, Mia’s steady hands save his life, shattering the walls between enemy and ally. Soon after, a high-profile medical summit in Paris forces the two women to share a luxury hotel suite, stripping away their professional armor. Thousands of miles from Boston's expectations, a tense confrontation on a cold Parisian bridge ignites a passionate, boundary-crossing affair that threatens to burn Jennifer’s meticulously planned life to the ground. Will Jennifer retreat to the safety of her Sterling legacy, or will she risk everything for the one woman brave enough to thaw the ice?

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Blind Space

Blind Space by Marie Sexton

Captain Tristan Kelley enjoys the luxuries of Regency service, as well as the pleasure of his Prince's bed. It's an easy life, if not a happy one. When the Prince decides to take a trip through the perilous Blind Space, Tristan must go with him, but somebody in the Prince's guard is a traitor. Blind and held prisoner, Tristan finds himself at the mercy of Valero, a pirate who bears no love for the Regency. Valero is determined to seduce Tristan, and Tristan fears his resolve won't last. His duty is clear, but so is his desire. As the days tick by with no word or ransom from the Regency, Tristan begins to question what loyalty means to his Prince, the Regency he's sworn to, and to the man who holds him captive. He begins to realize that being a prisoner may actually set him free.

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Their Forever Daddy

Their Forever Daddy by Stella Moore

The love of Edie’s life has returned to Lost River. And she didn’t come alone… Ten years ago, the woman Edie loved walked out of her life forever. Or so she thought. But now Jesse Walker is back in Lost River, turning Edie’s life upside down once again. And the sparks between them are as bright and hot as ever. All it would take is one look, one touch to set that old flame ablaze again. Even the unexpected appearance of Jesse’s Daddy-slash-fiancé isn’t enough to put out the fire between them. If anything, Grant’s presence only fuels the desire threatening to burn Edie alive. And as reckless as it may be, Edie can’t resist the flames…

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Her Blushing Hero

Her Blushing Hero by Mariah Rae Birch

A runaway witch makes a deal with a retired lady knight… After a career-ending injury forces Sir Hildith into a reluctant retirement, she retreats to a secluded cottage in the woods to recover, not at all looking forward to peace and quiet. But what she discovers instead is a beautiful baker who fills her belly with butterflies as well as bread. Escaping a dark past, Lola settles in a small village, eager to be forgotten, make good food, and keep her illegal magic hidden. The last person a witch should let close is a handsome older lady knight, no matter how tempting her blushes are. When a family secret brings danger to Lola's door, she and her three-legged pet rabbit turn to Sir Hildith for protection. The woman who could destroy Lola might be her only safety, and they both risk more than their hearts in the bargain. *** The third in a series of stand-alone stories set in the same world, this cozy, steamy queer romance is inspired by classic fairy tales. It can be enjoyed alone or in combination with the others in the Sapphic Lady Knights series: Her Pretty Knight and Her Lovely Champion .

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Game Changers Collection

Game Changers Collection Male/Male Sports Romance Stories by Rachel Reid

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NOW A #1 STREAMING SHOW  The epic enemies-to-lovers hockey romance from Rachel Reid, streaming on Crave in Canada and on HBO Max in the U.S. "The book that got me into hockey romance." —NPR's Weekend Edition on Heated Rivalry The first three scorching MM hockey romances in the Game Changers series, now in one volume! Game Changer Pro hockey star Scott Hunter knows a good thing when he sees it. When a smoothie made by juice bar barista Kip Grady precedes Scott breaking his on-ice slump, he’s desperate to recreate the magic...and to get to know the sexy, funny guy behind the counter. Kip knew there was more to Scott’s frequent visits than blended fruit, but he never imagined being invited back to Scott’s penthouse. Or kissed with reckless abandon, nevermind touched everywhere. When it happens it’s red-hot, incredible and frequent, but also only on Scott’s terms and always behind his closed apartment doors. With playoff season approaching, the spotlight on Scott is suddenly brighter than ever. Kip is ready to go all-in with Scott—but how much longer will he have to remain a secret? Heated Rivalry Hockey is Shane Hollander’s life. He’s got a spotless reputation, and now that he’s captain of the Montreal Voyageurs, he won’t let anything jeopardize that--especially the sexy Russian whose hard body keeps him awake at night. Boston Bears captain Ilya Rozanov is everything Shane’s not. He’s the self-proclaimed king of the ice, and no one can beat him—except Shane. They’ve made a career on their legendary rivalry, but when the skates come off, the heat between them is undeniable. When Ilya realizes he wants more than a few secret hookups, he knows he must walk away. If the truth comes out, it could ruin them both. But when their need for each other rivals their ambition on the ice, secrecy is no longer an option. Tough Guy Ryan Price may be an enforcer, but off the ice he struggles with anxiety. Recently traded to the Toronto Guardians, he’s determined to make a fresh start in the city’s dynamic LGBTQ Village. The last thing he expects to stumble upon in his new neighborhood is a blast from his past in the fabulous form of Fabian Salah. Aspiring musician Fabian loathes hockey. But that doesn’t stop him from being attracted to a certain burly, ginger-bearded defenseman. He hasn’t forgotten the kiss they almost shared back in high school, and it’s clear the chemistry between them has only intensified. Game Changers Book 1: Game Changer Book 2: Heated Rivalry Book 3: Tough Guy Book 4: Common Goal Book 5: Role Model Book 6: The Long Game Book 7: Unrivaled Need more Reid?! Check out these other standalones from your favorite MM hockey romance writer: Time to Shine The Shots You Take

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Out of Bounds

Out of Bounds by A.R. Barley

When the weather outside starts cooling down, inside the dorm things are heating up. Can these college roommates fall in love without going out of bounds? Beaten and heartbroken, Jesse Cole is placed in a new dorm room after his last roommate attacked him. Just wanting to be left alone to heal in peace, he's shocked when tall, dark and dangerous-looking Nick Moretti walks in. Nick doesn't have time to tiptoe around his new roommate—he's too busy working in order to pay for school. But something about Jesse brings out his protective instincts. As their cautious friendship grows and becomes loaded with sexual tension, he wants to make Jesse comfortable. Enter the perfect plan: a line of tape down the center of the room. Boundaries established. But as innocent movie nights become hours-long temptation marathons, and whispered chats from across the room delve into straight-up dirty territory, crossing the line has never been so satisfying.

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Winging It

Winging It by Ashlyn Kane & Morgan James

Hockey is Gabe Martin's life. Dante Baltierra just wants to have some fun on his way to the Hockey Hall of Fame. Falling for a teammate isn't in either game plan. But plans change. When Gabe gets outed, it turns his careful life upside-down. The chaos messes with his game and sends his team headlong into a losing streak. The last person he expects to pull him through it is Dante. This season isn't going the way Dante thought it would. Gabe's sexuality doesn't faze him, but his own does. Dante's always been a "what you see is what you get" kind of guy, and having to hide his attraction to Gabe sucks. But so does losing, and his teammate needs him, so he puts in the effort to snap Gabe out of his funk. He doesn't mean to fall in love with the guy. Getting involved with a teammate is a bad idea, but Dante is shameless, funny, and brilliant at hockey. Gabe can't resist. Unfortunately, he struggles to share part of himself that he's hidden for years, and Dante chafes at hiding their relationship. Can they find their feet before the ice slips out from under them? Winging It  is the first book in the hot, hilarious, heartfelt Hockey Ever After series. If you like witty banter, friends to lovers, and sports romance, you'll love Winging It.

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Marry Me

Marry Me by Melissa Brayden

Allison Hale had always played second fiddle. She didn’t win the science fair, have a million friends, or become the world’s best mom. That was her sister, Betsy. However, Ally’s managed to do something her sister couldn’t, connect her family’s failing business to the wealthy Carmichaels through her engagement to their son, Brent. All she has to do is plan the wedding of the century with the hottest wedding planner in town, Megan Kinkaid. How could she have ever guessed that Megan and her zest for life would threaten everything she’d carefully planned?  Megan Kinkaid knows how to produce a wedding for the history books and she’s not about to miss out on the chance to tackle high-profile Brent Carmichael’s. His fiancée, however, is not who Megan imagined for shiny Brent. Ally Hale is beautiful, earnest, selfless, and fun. She’s also everything Megan ever wanted for herself, and their chemistry hovers in the stratosphere. But can she make Ally see that there’s more to life than making others happy before it’s too late?

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Wrong Wedding, Right Bride

Wrong Wedding, Right Bride A Sapphic Best Friends to Lovers Romance by Aurora North

Evelyn Hart has spent her entire life doing exactly what is expected. Now, she is standing in a designer gown, walking down the aisle toward a perfectly nice man she does not love. The panic is setting in. The guests are watching. And the only person she wants to look at is the woman holding her bouquet. Mara Quinn has been in love with her best friend for nine years. She came to the Sonoma vineyard to do her duty as maid of honor, paste on a supportive smile, and watch Evelyn marry someone else. She promised herself she would keep her mouth shut and her hands to herself. But sharing a single bed in a tiny estate cottage all week has pushed them both to the breaking point. When Evelyn freezes at the altar and chooses Mara in front of two hundred guests, walking away from the wedding becomes the easy part. Escaping to their locked cottage, the adrenaline of the ruined ceremony finally gives way to a truth they have been avoiding for over a decade. What follows is an explosive, high-heat awakening. But trading a safe, curated life for a messy, passionate reality is terrifying, and the fallout from the wedding will test everything they have built. Wrong Wedding, Right Bride is a steamy, emotionally charged standalone sapphic romance featuring best-friends-to-lovers, intense mutual pining, forced proximity, and an unforgettable runaway bride moment.

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Reckless hearts

Reckless hearts A Second Chance Lesbian Romance by Ruby Scott

“We both knew what it was.” It was the biggest lie she ever told. Margo Duran has built a life that cannot be taken from her, and she built it on purpose, and she could tell you exactly how. A house full of lodgers who pay their rent and mind their own business. A job at a Denver animal foundation where she is very good at other people’s grief and no use at all with her own. Ask her about Oregon and she’ll make a joke. Four years ago Margo did something on a back step on the Oregon coast that she has never told a living soul about. Last Wednesday it walked into the building and shook her hand like a stranger. Nell Brown is younger, warmer and a great deal braver than Margo, and she has driven eleven hundred miles for a job she does not need. She has one question she has been carrying for four years. She is not going to ask it, because asking shows a person where to hurt you. So they work. Two desks and six feet of floor, and a coffee at eleven o’clock that neither of them will explain. Neither of them is going to be the one who says it. One of them is going to have to break first. Reckless Hearts is a slow-burn, second-chance sapphic romance with an age gap, from award-winning lesbian fiction author Ruby Scott. Book five in the Healing Hearts series. Explicit. Guaranteed happy ever after.

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When You Smile

When You Smile by Melissa Brayden

Have you ever had a crush on your babysitter? Taryn Ross sure did. Sixteen-year-old Charlotte was sophisticated, thoughtful, gorgeous, and fun. Taryn counted the minutes until they’d hang out. But Charlotte and her family moved away.  Now a transfer student at Hillspoint University, Taryn is ready to officially come out when she runs into a familiar face at a party. Charlie, now a grad student, insists on walking a drunk Taryn home. To the detriment of Taryn’s heart (and libido), Charlie has only grown kinder (and hotter) with time. Charlie Adler has a five-year plan: finish her MFA without any hiccups, figure out a timeline for her engagement, and become an acclaimed fiction writer. Easy, right? That is until Taryn shows up at Hillspoint and shakes up her world like a snow globe. This Taryn is different: soulful, brooding, and all grown up. Charlie’s never been attracted to a woman before, and isn’t dating your one-time charge against the rules? If only their toe-curling, mind-dulling, body-aching chemistry would calm the hell down.

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Scoring Position

Scoring Position by Ashlyn Kane & Morgan James

Ryan Wright's new hockey team is a dumpster fire. He expects to lose games—not his heart. Ryan's laid-back attitude should be an advantage in Indianapolis. Even if he doesn't accomplish much on the ice, he can help his burned-out teammates off it. And no one needs a friend—or a hug—more than Nico Kirschbaum, the team's struggling would-be superstar. Nico doesn't appreciate that management traded for another openly gay player and told them to make friends. Maybe he doesn't know what his problem is, but he'll solve it with hard work, not by bonding with the class clown. It's obvious to Ryan that Nico's lonely, gifted, and cracking under pressure. No amount of physical practice will fix his mental game. But convincing Nico to let Ryan help means getting closer than is wise for Ryan's heart—especially once he unearths Nico's sense of humor. Will Nico and Ryan risk making a pass, or will they keep missing 100 percent of the shots they don't take?

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Without Reservation: A Steamy MMF Menage Romance - Lynn Burke Cover Art

Without Reservation: A Steamy MMF Menage Romance

Without Reservation: A Steamy MMF Menage Romance by Lynn Burke

An MMF Bisexual Romance Novella A woman trying to escape her grief. Two men missing a piece of their life's puzzle. Will Meg remain trapped in her pain, or will Trevor and Jack be the key to set her free? Art studio vandalized and her mother in a fresh grave, Meg Winters heads off on vacation with her two best friends. She hopes for peace from her grief and the return of her muse. She doesn't expect to run into the two men she idolizes, Trevor and Jack, the secretive wonders of the art world whose work she's long admired. She certainly doesn't expect them to be sex-on-legs gorgeous and determined to fulfill her number one sexual fantasy. They not only awaken her slumbering body, but also her creativity and the life she used to wield with her brushes. However, Meg carries a secret of her own which holds her back from surrendering herself fully to their desires. Will Trevor and Jack be able to overcome her reservations, or will the truth of her past ruin their chance for love? Sandy Ridge Contemporary Vacation Romance Series: Without Reservation (MMF) Without Hesitation Without Condition If you're a fan of Lucy Score, Melanie Harlow, Inglath Cooper, Jullian Dodd, Margaret McHeyzer, Adriana Locke, Claire Kingsley, Susan Hatler, & Nicole Snow, you're going to love the Sandy Ridge series!

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Against the Rules

Against the Rules by A.R. Barley

Kelly O'Connor's out of control An RA at Halton University, he spends his off nights at a club, hoping to find what he's looking for in rough sex with strangers. Until one night the play gets a little too rough. An isolated room, a dangerous situation…and an unexpected rescue. Ian Larkin knows what Kelly wants—a true Dom, someone who will protect him instead of using him, someone who can take him to the edge without pushing him into unsafe territory. Ian knows just what Kelly needs, and he's the only man who can give it to him. There's only one problem: Kelly is a student, and Ian is a teacher. This book is approximately 50,000 words One-click with confidence. This title is part of the Carina Press Romance Promise: all the romance you're looking for with an HEA/HFN. It's a promise!

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Interitus

Interitus by Ruby Roe

Four damned souls, two impossible bargains, and a romance powerful enough to topple the realms. Mercedes Midnight should be dead. Her year is up, her debt is owed, yet here she stands — alive, cursed, and crackling with demon magic she has no idea how to wield. Lucy Corvine, the devil's broken daughter, clawed her way out of a contract that was never supposed to break. Now she's something the underworld doesn't have a name for. Something her father will tear the realm apart to find When two angels crash into Ora City, the rules change overnight. One wants to watch the realms burn. One wants to save them. No one is safe. Reunited and running, Midnight and Lucy strike a new bargain: trust each other, no matter what crawls out of the dark. But trust is a brittle little thing. And every kiss in candlelit libraries hides a betrayal that could damn them both all over again. There's only one truth left… someone is lying. Find out who — before they lose their city, their world, and their hearts. Three realms. Two damned hearts. One final reaping. This is the second (and final) book in a dark and very steamy lesbian demon romance featuring masc daddies, soul-reaping bargains, fallen angels, dark academia vibes, gothic battles, found family, morally grey heroines, betrayal, sapphic obsession, and a love that levels cities. 18+ readers only.

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The Doctor's Secret

The Doctor's Secret by Heidi Cullinan

Cullinan weaves themes of racism and Asian culture, family pressures, and the value of friends, home, and love into a deeply satisfying romance.  — Publishers Weekly,  Starred Review Copper Point Medical: Book One The brilliant but brooding new doctor encounters Copper Point's sunny nurse-next-door... and nothing can stand in the way of this romance. Dr. Hong-Wei Wu has come to Copper Point, Wisconsin, after the pressures of a high-powered residency burned him out of his career before he started. Ashamed of letting his family down after all they've done for him, he plans to live a quiet life as a simple surgeon in this tiny northern town. His plans, however, don't include his outgoing, kind, and attractive surgical nurse, Simon Lane. Simon wasn't ready for the new surgeon to be a handsome charmer who keeps asking him for help getting settled and who woos him with amazing Taiwanese dishes. There's no question—Dr. Wu is flirting with him, and Simon is flirting back. The problem is, St. Ann's has a strict no-dating policy between staff, which means their romance is off the table… unless they bend the rules.  But a romance that keeps them—literally—in the closet can't lead to happy ever after. Simon doesn't want to stay a secret, and Hong-Wei doesn't want to keep himself removed from life, not anymore. To secure their happiness, they'll have to change the administration's mind. But what other secrets will they uncover along the way, about Copper Point… and about each other?

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The Doctor's Date

The Doctor's Date by Heidi Cullinan

Sequel to The Doctor's Secret Copper Point Medical: Book Two The hospital's least eligible bachelor and its aloof administrator hate each other… so why are they pretending to date? Dr. Owen Gagnon and HR director Erin Andreas are infamous for their hospital hallway shouting matches. So imagine the town's surprise when Erin bids an obscene amount of money to win Owen in the hospital bachelor auction—and Owen ups the ante by insisting Erin move in with him.  Copper Point may not know what's going on, but neither do Erin and Owen. Erin intends his gesture to let Owen know he's interested. Owen, on the other hand, suspects ulterior motives—that Erin wants a fake relationship as a refuge from his overbearing father. With Erin suddenly heading a messy internal investigation, Owen wants to step up and be the hero Erin's never had. Too bad Erin would rather spend his energy trying to rescue Owen from the shadows of a past he doesn't talk about. This relationship may be fake, but the feelings aren't. Still, what Erin and Owen have won't last unless they put their respective demons to rest. To do that, they'll have to do more than work together—they'll have to trust they can heal each other's hearts.

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Second Time Charm

Second Time Charm by Hollis Shiloh

I've wanted to work with a wolf partner for as long as I can remember.  This is my third — and final — chance of being chosen by one. You know what they say.  Be careful what you wish for.  I had no idea wolves could be as broken as my new partner is.  He has an intense phobia of dogs, his attitude reeks, he barely knows how to take care of himself, and doesn't care about much of anything — except having lots of sex.   That's the best thing about our partnership, the sex.  But sometimes I wonder if it's worth it.  I don't know how to fix this.  He's difficult, annoying, handsome as hell...and I don't want to give him up. My dream come true is starting to feel like a nightmare.  But the one he's living turns out to be far worse. A shifters and partners novel Heat level: medium 63,000 words

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All the Wrong Places

All the Wrong Places by Ann Gallagher

Three cheating girlfriends in a row have given skateboarder Brennan Cross the same excuse: he wasn't meeting their needs. Desperate and humiliated, he goes to the professionals at the local sex shop for advice. Zafir Hamady, a sales clerk at Red Hot Bluewater, has an unusual theory: he doesn't think Brennan is a bad lover. In fact, he doesn't think Brennan is heterosexual. Or sexual at all, for that matter. He also can't stop thinking about Brennan. But even if he's right and Brennan really is asexual, that doesn't mean Zafir has a chance. Brennan's never dated a man, and Zafir's never met anyone who's game for a Muslim single father with a smart mouth and a GED. Brennan's always thought of himself as straight. But when sex is explicitly out of the mix, he finds himself drawn to Zafir for the qualities and interests they share. And Zafir can't help enjoying Brennan's company and the growing bond between Brennan and his son. They work well together, but with so many issues between them, doubts creep in, and Brennan's struggle with his identity could push away the one person he didn't know he could love. This book was previously published.

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The Lovers

The Lovers by Rebekah Faubion

A second chance at love is in the cards for two women working a stylish California wedding in this charming debut romance. If Kit Larson believes one thing, it’s that the cards never lie. She’s seen it proven time and time again as a tarot reader and mystic influencer. But unfortunately the cards didn’t warn her about her most recent breakup or her parents’ divorce, so when Kit is offered a gig at another influencer’s boho-chic Joshua Tree wedding she accepts for the distraction. And distract it does when she finds out her high school crush, Julia, is the wedding planner. Julia Kelley is her agency’s most sought-after wedding planner, and for a good reason—she's a perfectionist. Control means never showing others the vulnerable, blobby mess she really is deep down inside. Having an ex-girlfriend in the bridal party is a problem, sure, but reconnecting with the beautiful tarot reader who broke her heart as a teenager is so much worse. Kit’s cards once told her that she and Julia were Twin Flames, two halves of the same soul. With wedding events pushing them together, their spark reignites . . . and so does a chance at being lovers.

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Starting Over - Nance Sparks Cover Art

Starting Over

Starting Over by Nance Sparks

Sam Phillips is going through the motions. She was happily married for thirty-four years when a car accident stole her wife and destroyed her perfectly planned future. Now, it’s all she can do to exist day by day. The one thing that keeps her going is her IT administration job at Walsh Software Design. All seems lost when software stability issues threaten her career, until a hotshot programmer struts into her world and makes Sam want to feel again.    Jennifer Delgado doesn’t do cold and snow, but when a fluke February wildfire in the Southwest means evacuating for the third time in two years, it’s time for a change and she accepts a contract job in Minnesota. The weather is nothing compared to the unexpected feelings she develops for Sam. Jennifer has no idea if she can mend Sam’s broken soul, but it’s never too late for starting over.

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Run Wild: Sa Ye (Novel) Vol. 4 - Wu Zhe Cover Art

Run Wild: Sa Ye (Novel) Vol. 4

Run Wild: Sa Ye (Novel) Vol. 4 by Wu Zhe

The university entrance exams are looming on the horizon, and with even his deadbeat biological father now out of the picture, Jiang Cheng knows he has to score exceptionally if he's going to make a stable future for himself. Luckily, he can count on his boyfriend to support him through the grueling gauntlet of studying and practice exams--he just wishes Gu Fei would study for his own sake, too. Gu Fei is smarter and more talented than he likes anyone to see, and Jiang Cheng is eager to see him shine... But Gu Fei has his own reasons for hiding, and even the happiness he's found with Jiang Cheng might not be enough to change his mind.

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I'm Your Guy - Hollis Shiloh Cover Art

I'm Your Guy

I'm Your Guy by Hollis Shiloh

Harris and James served in the military together, back in the day. Now one is a cop and one is a private eye, but they're both barely making it. James, half-wolf and secretive about it, has had confused feelings for Harris for a long time. Figuring out he was gay was pretty damned painful, and the only guy he has any real interest in is never going to feel the same way. As for Harris? Definitely straight. It's odd that he notices guys sometimes, but he's always dated girls. Maybe a little desperately. It's not something he thinks about much — except for when he does. These days, they try to stay away from each other, but that's not always possible. Throw a sassy fox shifter into the mix, and the things they've both tried to hide might come out after all. 63,000 words Shifters and Partners #21 (standalone) Heat: Low

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In the Rough - Sara Brookes Cover Art

In the Rough

In the Rough by Sara Brookes

A tech consultant for a fetish club finds that his work is stirring long-suppressed desires . . . The virtual world has always been a safe, comfortable place for tech consultant Marcus Holly. He favors working behind the scenes, joining the ranks of Noble House as the kinky club expands to offer a fully immersive VR experience. Then he meets the club's resident Dom, Enver Furst, and all his carefully contained desires spin out of control. Bondage-happy Enver relies too heavily on tactile stimulation to buy into Marcus's VR playground. But when Marcus needs a skilled test subject to beta with, he only has eyes for Enver. The results are immediate and addictive: Enver's never experienced anything this raw and powerful. He's just unsure if it's the tech he can't resist—or the man. Comfort zone deliciously shattered, Marcus's sessions with Enver soon transcend even their wildest fantasies. But someone from Marcus's past is watching, and his dangerous obsession will force Marcus and Enver to either fight for the reality they've created together . . . or see it shattered beyond recognition. One-click with confidence. This title is part of the Carina Press Romance Promise: all the romance you're looking for with an HEA/HFN. It's a promise!

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Riptide - Anna Burke Cover Art

Riptide

Riptide by Anna Burke

Award-winning author Anna Burke returns to Seal Cove in this highly anticipated fourth romance, perfect for fans of small-town settings, friends-to-lovers stories, and healing from heartbreak themes. Kate isn’t seeking love. After a broken engagement, all she wants is to prove she can show up, smile, and maybe remember what it’s like to flirt again. Jen swore she’d never attend Seal Cove’s speed dating night—until her best friend begged her to come along. She’s only there to fill a seat, not to risk her carefully guarded heart. But the sea air has its own pull, and the small town has a way of turning strangers into something more. One evening. Seven minutes. A spark neither of them planned. Sometimes love doesn’t come with a grand gesture. Sometimes it waits across a wobbly café table, asking the simplest question of all: What if this time is different?

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New Hand - L. A. Witt Cover Art

New Hand

New Hand by L. A. Witt

Months after his husband's death, Garrett Blaine desperately needs a fresh start. He sells his house in Seattle, leaves his accounting job, and starts bartending in Bluewater Bay. There he meets a man who wakes up his nearly forgotten libido. Jesse Connelly's friend with benefits bolted after Jesse disclosed his HIV status. Stood up and stinging, Jesse tries to drown his sorrows . . . and finds an unexpected connection with a lonely bartender. Jesse and Garrett quickly bond over a shared love of comics and card games, and they can't get enough of each other between the sheets. Not even a bumpy start and a fifteen-year age gap can derail them as they go from strangers to lovers, then friends, then much more. But as Garrett's feelings for Jesse deepen, so does his grief for the man he lost—especially as he sees hints of his late husband in his new boyfriend. Now Garrett has to figure out if Jesse is his second chance at true love, or if Jesse's just filling in for the man he's never fully grieved. And he needs to figure it out soon, because Jesse's starting to wonder the same thing. This book was previously published.

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Seducing the Sheriff - Sue Brown & Morticia Knight Cover Art

Seducing the Sheriff

Seducing the Sheriff by Sue Brown & Morticia Knight

A shy builder and a rugged sheriff. Can two serial introverts make the terrifying leap from friendship to love? Greg I bought a historic fixer-upper in Charming Butte, New Mexico, after years of flipping homes in the Southwest. I'm tired of roaming from one place to the next, so I figured it was time to put down some roots. However, the peculiar old property I bought sight unseen has a surprise that isn't all that charming. As a result, I'm briefly the suspect in a murder investigation, but it's all worth it because the sheriff is kinda hot. I know he only wants to help me solve a mystery, but maybe I've also found a friend. I hope so, because I'm trying to put my years as a pro hermit behind me. Cash Being the new sheriff in Charming Butte has taken some getting used to. I've fallen headfirst in love with the small-town life, but it sure is different from growing up in Albuquerque. The slower pace and unique personalities of the locals make my introverted heart go pitter-patter. When I meet a gorgeous guy who's also a newcomer, it's over the mummified remains of the body he found in his closet. He's shy, loves history, and he's a bit dorky. Just like me, only better because he knows how to handle power tools. Is that why I like him and keep making excuses to drop by? Note: Seducing the Sheriff is the second book in the sweet and spicy romance series set in the quirky small town of Charming Butte, where swoony men in uniform discover their forever after. Click now and find your next book boyfriends in this funny and heartwarming romance!

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False Horizons - CJ Birch Cover Art

False Horizons

False Horizons by CJ Birch

Surviving in an unknown galaxy hundreds of light-years from Earth is far from easy. Captain Jordan Kellow is missing, and Lieutenant Alison Ash must take charge of the Persephone and get the crew back to the Posterus in one piece if she has any hope of saving the woman she loves.  Lost in a dying escape pod, Jordan is rescued by a crew of war hungry aliens bent on revenge. She must find a way off the ship and back to Ash before she’s conscripted for the cause.

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Sapphic in the Stacks - Aurora North Cover Art

Sapphic in the Stacks

Sapphic in the Stacks The Unrevised Version of Desire by Aurora North

Six weeks ago, the third floor of the Linden Grove Public Library was just a graveyard of dusty art books, rigid schedules, and a wall of absolute control. For head of reference services Rowan Ellis, that immaculate surface is a shield. Three years ago, letting someone see behind her carefully armored cardigans cost her everything. Now, she keeps her desires confined strictly to paper, writing explicit, anonymous confessions and hiding them deep within the stacks where no one will ever find them. Until the library's new acquisitions manager arrives. Jules Hart is observant, sharp, and entirely unmodulated. When she discovers a folded note hidden inside an old art catalog, she doesn't run. She reads between the lines. And she writes back. What begins as an anonymous game of fictional dare quickly escalates into a devastating real-world confession of raw want. Passing each other in the hallways by day, trading breathless vulnerabilities by night, the line between fantasy and reality completely collapses. But as their hidden architecture begins to crack under the pressure of daylight and upcoming board reviews, Rowan’s old fears return with teeth. When the protective walls of secrecy turn into a cage, they must decide if being completely known is a liability—or the only way to finally learn how to breathe. Sapphic in the Stacks is a scorching, high-tension, dual-POV contemporary lesbian romance featuring an information-asymmetry twist, forced proximity, and a slow burn that ignites into absolute surrender.

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Sharp Love - Ava March Cover Art

Sharp Love

Sharp Love by Ava March

London, 1822 William Drake has lived among thieves, bastards and beggars all his life, doing what's necessary to survive. As a young orphan, that included looking after his best friend, Jack Morgan. But as they grew older, Jack took the honest path, leaving Will behind to fend for himself the only ways he knows how. When an unsavory errand for his employer brings Jack back to London's underbelly, he needs Will's help. It's there, among the alleys they ran through as children, that the love he's always felt for Will returns. As their nights together grow hotter, Will discovers something new about his old friend—Jack's need to serve extends into the bedchamber. Will has never fully abandoned his dream of escaping London with Jack. But what could the Duke's driver want with a dishonest cheat like him, beyond a bit of rough sex? It takes the gamble of Will's life to find out if he can win Jack's heart… 77,000 words

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Party Favors - Erin McLellan Cover Art

Party Favors

Party Favors by Erin McLellan

Three… Amanda Ellis knows three things: she's tired of doing what's expected of her, she hates her job at her family's business, and the last thing she wants to do is attend her parents' boring New Year's Eve ball with a date her mother picked. A few days of fun with her online best friend is exactly what she needs to ring in the New Year on her own terms. Two… Wren Rebello is impulsive and always ready for fun. A last-minute girls' getaway sounds like the perfect way to spend New Year's. But even Wren isn't prepared for the spark of attraction she feels when she meets Amanda in person for the first time. Good thing Wren loves popping Amanda's cork. One… After days spent sharing end-of-year resolutions and the one bed in their cottage, the clock strikes midnight and the ball drops on their time together. As Amanda and Wren go their separate ways, they leave new resolutions unfulfilled. Is there enough New Year's magic left to turn their online friendship into real-life love?

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Forbidden Puckboy - Jasper Rodetta Cover Art

Forbidden Puckboy

Forbidden Puckboy An MM Forbidden Hockey Rivals Erotic Novel by Jasper Rodetta

He's the storm I skate into every night, all rage and scarred knuckles, the enforcer who lives to pin me down and make me bleed. On the ice, I hate him with a precision that cuts deeper than any skate blade. His betrayal-tainted fury slams me against the glass, breath hot and ragged, eyes promising ruin. It's survival. It's the code. But in the shadowed arena corridor after, when our bodies crash again-not in combat, but collision-our sweat-slick skin tangles amid the echo of empty seats. Fury twists into something feral. No. Something necessary. I shouldn't crave the vulnerability he hides under that seething shell. The man who snarls defiance even as he trembles under my hands, baring scars no one else sees. Locker room steam hides our secret: equipment bags shoved aside, his massive frame arching into mine, every thrust a defiance of the rivalry that defines us. Hate-laced kisses that taste like victory and venom. He's my salvation wrapped in enmity, the one touch that promises redemption if it doesn't torch my world first. We steal nights in candlelit safe houses, shadows dancing over his exposed wounds and my whispered confessions. His surrender calls to me like a blade to the throat-begging, terrifying, inevitable. But exposure looms. One leaked glance, one teammate's suspicion, and our careers shatter, reputations bleed out on the ice we worship. My sanity fractures at the thought of losing him, the brute who woke this obsessive hunger gnawing my bones. What breaks first-his fragile rage, my cool facade, or the fragile thread holding our worlds intact? A full-length forbidden rivals-to-lovers sports-romance erotic romance featuring a rage-scarred hockey enforcer and his obsessed rival forward.

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Mistletoe on Ice - Cel Galiza Cover Art

Mistletoe on Ice

Mistletoe on Ice by Cel Galiza

When rival hockey stars Kasper Solberg and Maks Kedrov are pushed beneath the mistletoe at a royal Christmas gala, one impulsive kiss becomes an overnight sensation. What begins as a secret exchange between two men determined to protect their careers slowly becomes something neither can deny. Across airports, frozen ponds, Christmas markets, and one unforgettable cabin in Norway, Kasper and Maks learn that love requires more than chemistry—it requires honesty. But with journalists investigating, their clubs watching, and thousands of fans demanding a story, they must decide whether their relationship belongs to the public or to them. Because sometimes the greatest risk isn't falling in love with your rival. It's choosing to be seen.

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Diamonds Are A Gurl’s Best Friend - Lilly Lustwood Cover Art

Diamonds Are A Gurl’s Best Friend

Diamonds Are A Gurl’s Best Friend Welcome to Chez Femme by Lilly Lustwood

“Everything was set in Chez Femme. All she had to do was stick to the plan. However, fate had something else prepared for her… something shinier than a diamond ring.” Natalia was taught at a very young age that stealing was wrong. But sitting idly and watching the dreams of orphans crumble from stolen opportunities by fraudulent non-profit organizations wasn’t something she could ignore. The transgender lady promised herself that she would go back to Prague and give the orphanage where she grew up, enough money to improve the facilities and ensure that all the children had the best education… and the solution that she found was a 10-carat diamond ring. Reader Note: This transgender transformation romance features gender exploration, self-discovery, and an emotional love story. Intended for mature readers.

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A Spark of Love - Shalon Atwood Cover Art

A Spark of Love

A Spark of Love by Shalon Atwood

What happens when the man you've fantasized about for almost a decade reappears in your small town? For Oliver Flaherty, it's the inability to formulate coherent sentences, utterly humiliating behavior, and loads of nausea. Sam Anderson has finally returned, with his sculpted biceps, rock-hard abs, and supermodel DNA. Oliver can't cope. But he has to because he's a professional. Sam is back for one reason only: to sell his aunt's house. But the Realtor hired by her trust is the same person who rejected him all those years ago. Except, had Oliver really turned him down or had Sam read the entire situation wrong? He can't recall now because there's still a sizzle in the air when Oliver is around. Between a handful of mishaps, decades of accumulated clutter, and enough tension to light up the night sky, Sam and Oliver will have to decide if the spark between them is enough to power through a second chance at a first love.

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Mark Me Yours

Mark Me Yours Book 1 by D.P.Flowers

This is book 1 of Mark Me Yours.  “Don’t- DON'T TOUCH ME!" His frantic voice rang out through the store. Why now? Why did his heat have to come NOW?! Rayan Neel is a mistake of nature, a male omega. Omegas make up less than 5% of the world's population, and only about 1% of them are born male. Omegas in general are looked down upon as the lowest social class, and have only recently, as far as political timelines go, been given rights as citizens. The collar he wears both labels him and keeps him safe, but it doesn't make life easier. He doesn't need any help. He's perfectly capable of supporting himself, in spite of what he is. Sure, there's not much room for luxuries, but it's an okay life. No time for romance. Well, maybe just a little...

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A Touch of Maple - Amy Aislin Cover Art

A Touch of Maple

A Touch of Maple by Amy Aislin

After being traded numerous times over the course of his pro hockey career, all Bellamy Jordan wants is a place where he belongs. Burlington, Vermont, home of the Vermont Trailblazers, his newest team, might just be that place. The bonus: he's within spitting distance of the grandparents who raised him. The drawback: his long-time rival's gorgeous brother—who he can't get out of his mind—also lives nearby. And he hates Bellamy on sight. Jason Zervudachi is busy enough trying to diversify his family's maple syrup farm while completing his master's degree. Adding in an attractive complication like Bellamy? Hard pass. Even so, there's something more behind Bellamy's eyes that draws Jason in, but Bellamy is his brother's rival. There's a sibling rule against that, right? There must be. Except Bellamy isn't at all what Jason expects—and neither is the connection between them. With the highest percentage of LGBTQIA+ residents in Vermont, Maplewood is a town where everyone belongs. And with festivals year round, there's always something fun happening! This multi-author, low-angst queer series features ten standalone romances—each set against the backdrop of a different festival. Come for the celebrations, stay for the happily-ever-afters!

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When Ben Loved Jace - Jay Bell Cover Art

When Ben Loved Jace

When Ben Loved Jace by Jay Bell

I finally found my dream guy. My soulmate. Jace is handsome and tall, charming and kind. You should see him with his cat. They're so adorable together! He might just be the man that I end up marrying… but here's the thing: Jace has a complicated past. I know there's more to it than he's been telling me. And if I'm honest, my own isn't all rainbows and butterflies. I'm still a little damaged from what happened back in high school, but if we can somehow heal each other, there will be no end to the love we share. When Ben Loved Jace continues a young man's quest for his heart's desire. Steamy and unflinchingly tender, their story will make you long for each kiss and cherish every embrace.

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Hard Wood, Soft Landing - Jace Wilder Cover Art

Hard Wood, Soft Landing

Hard Wood, Soft Landing A Second Chance Small Town MM Romance by Jace Wilder

He’s spent twenty years running from the past. Now, his first love is the only man who can fix his foundation. Miles Hart was a celebrated Manhattan interior designer until a high-profile scandal brought his career crashing down. Seeking refuge in the Adirondacks, he returns to Heartwood House—his late grandmother’s crumbling historic lakeside inn. The strategy is simple: make the necessary repairs, sell the property, and disappear before anyone looks too closely. But bringing the inn back from the brink requires an expert in historic restoration, and the only qualified contractor in town is Callum Bennett. Cal is a dedicated single father, a master builder, and the boy Miles almost kissed on a moonlit dock two decades ago before running away without saying goodbye. Cal is broad-shouldered, steady, and deeply patient. He hasn't forgotten the spark between them at seventeen, and he refuses to let Miles hide behind his polished defenses. As they strip the building down to its studs, the emotional walls Miles built to protect himself begin to fracture. Working side by side, decades of unspoken longing ignite into a powerful, consuming passion. But when a ruthless corporate developer attempts to sabotage the renovation and force a sale, everything they are building is put at risk. To save Heartwood House, Miles must stop calculating his exit and finally trust Cal enough to build a future meant to last. Hard Wood, Soft Landing is a steamy, standalone MM contemporary romance featuring a second-chance romance, forced proximity, a protective single dad, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

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Red, White & Royal Blue: The Private Correspondence - Casey McQuiston Cover Art

Red, White & Royal Blue: The Private Correspondence

Red, White & Royal Blue: The Private Correspondence by Casey McQuiston

A brand-new novella sequel told through notes and letters of Alex and Henry's unforgettable love story that captured hearts around the world! After an email leak made Alex Claremont-Diaz and Prince Henry's very secret romance into very public front-page news worldwide, they vowed never to use email again for personal communication. Years later, they can’t help but miss the specific act of writing to each other. So, they borrow a trick from their predecessors: handwritten love letters. Red, White & Royal Blue: The Private Correspondence delves into the intimate archives of Alex and Henry, spanning twenty years since the fateful day they first took the world’s stage together. This epistolary novella includes their personal letters, postcards, journal entries, and more, sharing everything from sarcastic bon mots to sexy fantasies to emotional discussions about starting a family, giving readers compelling insight into the long term futures of Alex and Henry as well as beloved supporting characters.

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House of Crimson Hearts - Ruby Roe Cover Art

House of Crimson Hearts

House of Crimson Hearts by Ruby Roe

Once upon a time, a vampire corrupted a hunter. Octavia Beaumont, one of the original three vampires, is determined to run the city. Red, an expert hunter, is hell-bent on getting revenge on the vampire that turned her sister. When deadly trials for the heir of the city begin, Red and Octavia are forced to work together. Octavia wants a crown. Red wants blood. But there's only one first place. To win, they're going to have to trust each other. But teamwork is not easy when their past is filled with betrayal… A betrayal Red can't remember. Someone is lying. Someone has a secret. Everyone has a hidden agenda. The last thing Red and Octavia want to do is fall in love… But hearts remember, even when the mind doesn't. To win the trials and get revenge… They must reveal a truth that will shatter their souls. Remember a past that will break their hearts. And fight a war that will change the face of the city forever. Three tasks. Three choices. Three sacrifices. All of them have a cruel price. The question is, are they willing to pay it? This is a very steamy lesbian vampire romance with a sprinkling of enemies to lovers and second chance romance, royals, multiple POV and timelines, bratty bedroom vampires, exhibitionism, and more. Please check author website or look inside for the trigger warnings. 18+ only.

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Her Lovely Champion - Mariah Rae Birch Cover Art

Her Lovely Champion

Her Lovely Champion by Mariah Rae Birch

A disillusioned lady knight and the princess she never meant to rescue… Imprisoned in a witch's tower eighteen years ago, Princess Eliza did not expect to still be waiting. Now past the age of thirty, with several alarming silver strands in her hair, the rescue attempts are growing rarer, and her only companions remain several well-loved bookshelves and her own increasingly lonely mind. Destitute and out of options, Sir Kaylen accepts the king of Alludan's doomed quest (and reward) to rescue his daughter. What is meant to be her final act to help her family goes all wrong when she arrives at the witch's tower to discover, not the deadly hydra waiting for her, but something else entirely. Together, the weathered knight and sheltered princess face a perilous journey back through the monster-ridden outerlands to civilization, where the monsters only become more human. As ill-timed attraction ignites, the lines between them blur. Eliza and Kaylen each have expectations tearing them apart. They were never supposed to meet. Will the lady knight who accidentally saved the princess get to keep her? *** The second in a series of stand-alone stories set in the same world, this slow-burn, steamy queer romantasy is a sapphic reimagining of classic fairytale tropes. It can be enjoyed alone, or in combination with the first book in the Sapphic Lady Knights series, Her Pretty Knight .   This story is intended for adult audiences. Please see the author's note at the front of the book.

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When Ben Loved Tim - Jay Bell Cover Art

When Ben Loved Tim

When Ben Loved Tim by Jay Bell

Steamy and fiercely emotional, this coming-of-age romance captures the raw ache of an all-consuming crush. I never thought I'd find love. I spent all of high school watching others pair up, my little gay heart slowly withering in despair… until the fateful summer night that I met Tim. His meaty muscles and smoldering silver eyes already haunt my dreams. And I know for a fact that he's lonely like me. I've been taking care of Tim ever since he got into an accident that was technically my fault, but the healing he needs goes so much deeper than that. I need him too. With any luck, I'll end senior year with the man of my dreams at my side. Assuming, of course, that he's not just another curious straight guy. When Ben Loved Tim breathes new life into Jay Bell's cherished Something Like… series, returning to the very beginning to explore Ben's profound feelings for Tim. The story has never been so intimate before, or so revealing. This isn't Something Like Summer ... It's exactly like love!

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Lease, Lies, and Love Handles - Chase Power Cover Art

Lease, Lies, and Love Handles

Lease, Lies, and Love Handles A Grumpy-Sunshine Fake Dating MM Romance by Chase Power

When Mason Reed’s modeling gigs dry up, he’s left with fourteen dollars, thirty-two cents, and a kitchen cabinet that needs fixing. He also has a massive, inconvenient crush on his terminally attractive, unfairly competent landlord, Owen Vale. Owen is a man of few words, strict schedules, and forearms that should be illegal. But Owen is fighting a high-stakes custody battle for his grieving sixteen-year-old niece, Wren, and his wealthy in-laws are using his bachelor status as ammunition. When a misunderstanding at a charity gala paints Mason as Owen’s partner, Owen doesn't correct the assumption. Instead, he offers a proposal: pretend to be his boyfriend to help him keep Wren. It's a simple arrangement with a clear set of rules. No catching feelings. No unapproved public displays of affection. And definitely no falling into bed. But as late-night diner runs and shared kitchen mornings blur the lines of their fake relationship, keeping their hands to themselves becomes impossible. Mason has always been a convenient secret, and Owen has spent his life trying to control the world so he doesn't have to feel it. Now, they must decide if they are brave enough to stop performing and risk it all for something real.

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Red, White & Royal Blue - Casey McQuiston Cover Art

Red, White & Royal Blue

Red, White & Royal Blue A Novel by Casey McQuiston

* Instant NEW YORK TIMES and USA TODAY bestseller * * GOODREADS CHOICE AWARD WINNER for BEST DEBUT and BEST ROMANCE of 2019 * * BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR* for VOGUE, NPR, VANITY FAIR, and more! * What happens when America's First Son falls in love with the Prince of Wales? When his mother became President, Alex Claremont-Diaz was promptly cast as the American equivalent of a young royal. Handsome, charismatic, genius—his image is pure millennial-marketing gold for the White House. There's only one problem: Alex has a beef with the actual prince, Henry, across the pond. And when the tabloids get hold of a photo involving an Alex-Henry altercation, U.S./British relations take a turn for the worse. Heads of family, state, and other handlers devise a plan for damage control: staging a truce between the two rivals. What at first begins as a fake, Instragramable friendship grows deeper, and more dangerous, than either Alex or Henry could have imagined. Soon Alex finds himself hurtling into a secret romance with a surprisingly unstuffy Henry that could derail the campaign and upend two nations and begs the question: Can love save the world after all? Where do we find the courage, and the power, to be the people we are meant to be? And how can we learn to let our true colors shine through? Casey McQuiston's Red, White & Royal Blue proves: true love isn't always diplomatic. "I took this with me wherever I went and stole every second I had to read! Absorbing, hilarious, tender, sexy—this book had everything I crave. I’m jealous of all the readers out there who still get to experience Red, White & Royal Blue for the first time!" - Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners " Red, White & Royal Blue is outrageously fun. It is romantic, sexy, witty, and thrilling. I loved every second." - Taylor Jenkins Reid, New York Times bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six

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International Relations - Zac Hammett Cover Art

International Relations

International Relations by Zac Hammett

The Proposal meets Heated Rivalry in this queer fake dating to fake marriage romance, following an aspiring young diplomat who hopes to land his dream job by hiring an actor to play his boyfriend . . . Max has never had time for a relationship working in the high-stakes world of international diplomacy. But when a high-profile ambassadorial position opens up in Athens, Max is discreetly advised that his single status isn’t helping his chances. In this line of work, appearances matter, and Max’s rival Quentin has an advantage in the form of his charming and accomplished girlfriend. Determined not to lose out, Max hires Hunter, a charismatic actor, to play the perfect boyfriend. Hunter dazzles on the diplomatic circuit, but soon the charade takes on a life of its own. When visa complications force Max and Hunter to make their relationship official, they find themselves trapped in a marriage of convenience that is anything but convenient. There’s only one thing that could make all this even more complicated—if Max and Hunter’s feelings for each other start becoming real . . . International Relations is a fake dating to fake marriage romance filled with glamorous locations, sizzling chemistry, and a love story that will capture your heart. Tropes: Fake dating / Fake marriage / Fake relationship / Opposites attract / Grump sunshine / Forced proximity

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When London Snow Falls - Hayden Stone Cover Art

When London Snow Falls

When London Snow Falls by Hayden Stone

Charlie Renfrew is too busy and too broke for a love life. There’s no room in a schedule crammed with university, a full-time job, music, and his very committed relationship with overthinking. Hence the dating ban. Which is exactly when Ben Campbell shows up with his piercings, quirky knits, and indie rock fame. But maybe it’s time for Charlie to trade caffeine for something hotter, blonder, and completely out of his comfort zone. Gorgeous, funny men don’t happen to Charlie. Not like this. Even if it’s ill-timed and too bloody complicated. But maybe a quick shag won’t hurt… Sex might be easy, but being vulnerable isn’t. Not for Charlie, his anxiety, or his precarious stack of responsibilities. It would be so easy to fall into Ben’s world of cozy, snowy London where there’s love and sex and possibilities. But Charlie already knows what happens when he goes off course. Not to mention the consequences. And when the snow melts, he’ll have to put his heart back into a deep freeze… Each book in the When Snow Falls series is STANDALONE: * An Unexpected Kind of Love * When London Snow Falls

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I Kissed Her First - Betty Cayouette Cover Art

I Kissed Her First

I Kissed Her First by Betty Cayouette

An aspiring chef and world-famous popstar cook up what starts to sound like a love song in this sapphic new adult debut from Betty Cayouette. This is Riley’s last summer as a chef. At least, this is what she’s promised her dads, who run a Cape Cod lobster shack and don’t want their daughter to follow in their stress-ridden footsteps. So Riley decides to go big and audition as a private chef for a singer’s European tour. When she finds out she got the gig, she’s thrilled. But when she learns that the singer she’ll be cooking for is Luna Leya, she and her sister’s favorite popstar? She almost can’t believe it. Soon enough, Riley and Luna strike up an unexpected friendship, much to Luna’s manager’s disapproval. Luna should be focused on getting her Grammy, which means pulling off this tour without a hitch and continuing to date the notorious singer/heart throb/beloved bad boy Hudson, who’s rocketed her to a new level of fame with their hit single. Luna should definitely not be sneaking off to the Eiffel Tower and private Andalucian dinners to spend time with Riley. As the two get closer, Riley thinks she might be losing her mind. Is it possible the Luna Leya is flirting with her? And is there a world where Riley could keep her dream of being a chef alive? Soon, things will reach a tipping point and both Riley and Luna will be left wondering: could their story be a love song after all?

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Delilah Green Doesn't Care

Delilah Green Doesn't Care by Ashley Herring Blake

A clever and steamy queer romantic comedy about taking chances and accepting love—with all its complications—from the author of Astrid Parker Doesn't Fail . Delilah Green swore she would never go back to Bright Falls—nothing is there for her but memories of a lonely childhood where she was little more than a burden to her cold and distant stepfamily. Her life is in New York, with her photography career finally gaining steam and her bed never empty. Sure, it’s a different woman every night, but that’s just fine with her.   When Delilah’s estranged stepsister, Astrid, pressures her into photographing her wedding with a guilt trip and a five-figure check, Delilah finds herself back in the godforsaken town that she used to call home. She plans to breeze in and out, but then she sees Claire Sutherland, one of Astrid’s stuck-up besties, and decides that maybe there’s some fun (and a little retribution) to be had in Bright Falls, after all.   Having raised her eleven-year-old daughter mostly on her own while dealing with her unreliable ex and running a bookstore, Claire Sutherland depends upon a life without surprises. And Delilah Green is an unwelcome surprise…at first. Though they’ve known each other for years, they don’t really know each other—so Claire is unsettled when Delilah figures out exactly what buttons to push. When they’re forced together during a gauntlet of wedding preparations—including a plot to save Astrid from her horrible fiancé—Claire isn’t sure she has the strength to resist Delilah’s charms. Even worse, she’s starting to think she doesn’t want to...

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A Family Affair

A Family Affair by Harper Bliss

Best-selling lesbian romance author Harper Bliss brings you a deliciously impossible love story about falling for the one person you can’t have. Kate has been married to Kevin for ten years, but their failed journey to parenthood has left their relationship on the brink. As Kevin tries to heal by remodeling their home, Kate finds herself living in her mother-in-law’s pool house. And having to spend a lot of time with Kevin’s spoiled sister. Stella is preparing for a career-defining audition, but is happy to welcome her brother and his wife to the house—even though she thinks Kate doesn't like her all that much. With Kevin away, Kate and Stella bond over secret crushes, hot movie stars, and glitzy celebrity parties. Until one night, after too many shots of tequila, their bonding goes a step too far… Get your copy now and join Kate and Stella on their thrillingly unexpected journey to love! 

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Thrice Married to a Salted Fish (Novel) Vol. 4

Thrice Married to a Salted Fish (Novel) Vol. 4 by Bi Ka Bi

Lin Qingyu's late husband Jiang Xing has returned: this time, in the body of the new emperor himself. But that powerful role could impede them when it comes to resuming their romance. People throughout the palace--from servants to the empress dowager herself--have a close eye on the emperor, and strong convictions about how his reign should unfold. If Jiang Xing insists on remarrying his widow, will he overplay his hand? But the two of them are not destined to stay confined to the world of the court. After all they've gone through with the cycles of Jiang Xing's death and rebirth, the final challenge may be the most difficult yet. Will their love survive if they're forced to leave the palace behind?

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The Wolf at the Door

The Wolf at the Door A Suspenseful Paranormal MM Romance by Charlie Adhara

"An old-fashioned thriller with a few twists." —Library Journal An ex-FBI agent is partnered with the enemy in this suspenseful first installment of Charlie Adhara’s Big Bad Wolf series Hunting for big bad wolves was never part of agent Cooper Dayton’s plan, but a werewolf attack lands him in the carefully guarded Bureau of Special Investigations. A new case comes with a new partner: ruggedly sexy werewolf Oliver Park. Park is an agent of The Trust, a werewolf oversight organization working to ease escalating tensions with the BSI. But as far as Cooper’s concerned, it’s failing. As they investigate a series of mysterious deaths unlike anything they’ve seen, every bone in Cooper’s body is suspicious of his new partner—even when Park proves himself as competent as he is utterly captivating. When more people vanish, pressure to solve the case skyrockets. And though he’d resolved to keep things professional, Cooper’s friction with Park soon erupts...into a physical need that can’t be contained or controlled. But with a body count that’s rising by the day, werewolves and humans are in equal danger. If Cooper and Park don’t catch the killer soon, one—or both—of them could be the next to go. Big Bad Wolf Book 1: The Wolf at the Door Book 2: The Wolf at Bay Book 3: Thrown to the Wolves Book 4: Wolf in Sheep's Clothing Book 5: Cry Wolf Monster Hunt Book 1: Pack of Lies Book 2: Den of Thieves

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The Sugared Game

The Sugared Game by K.J. Charles

It's been two months since Will Darling saw Kim Secretan, and he doesn't expect to see him again. What do a rough and ready soldier-turned-bookseller and a disgraced shady aristocrat have to do with each other anyway? But when Will encounters a face from the past in a disreputable nightclub, Kim turns up, as shifty, unreliable, and irresistible as ever. And before Will knows it, he's been dragged back into Kim's shadowy world of secrets, criminal conspiracies, and underhand dealings. This time, though, things are underhanded even by Kim standards. This time, the danger is too close to home. And if Will and Kim can't find common ground against unseen enemies, they risk losing everything. A 1920s m/m romance trilogy in the spirit of Golden Age pulp fiction.

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House of Crimson Curses

House of Crimson Curses by Ruby Roe

Once upon a time, a hunter broke a vampire's heart… As the trials for Sangui City's throne reach their climax, Red finds herself at the centre of a millennia-old prophecy. As the newly awakened dhampir, she holds the power to reshape the future – or destroy it.   Octavia Beaumont, driven by her quest for acceptance, must confront the painful truths of her past to secure her place as ruler.    But as ancient secrets unravel, she discovers that the greatest threat may come from those she trusted most.   With demons rising and alliances shifting, Red and Octavia face their greatest challenge yet: saving a city on the brink of chaos while navigating the complexities of love.   To claim victory, they must:   Unmask a villain hiding in plain sight Decide if love can overcome betrayal Make sacrifices that will echo through generations   As the boundary thins and magic surges back into the city, Red and Octavia stand at a crossroads. Their choices will determine not just their own fates, but the destiny of Sangui City itself.   In a tale where blood is power and trust is currency, can a hunter and a vampire forge a future from the ashes of the past? Or will the weight of history crush their love forever?   This gripping conclusion features political intrigue, enemies to lovers, supernatural battles, chosen one prophecy, found family and two women fighting for their right to love and lead. With themes of redemption, identity, and the true meaning of family, it delivers one hell of an end to an epic romance saga.

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Prince's Gambit

Prince's Gambit Captive Prince Book Two by C. S. Pacat

The second novel in the critically acclaimed Captive Prince trilogy from global phenomenon C. S. Pacat. With their countries on the brink of war, Damen and his new master, Prince Laurent, must exchange the intrigues of the palace for the sweeping might of the battlefield as they travel to the border to avert a lethal plot. Forced to hide his identity, Damen finds himself increasingly drawn to the dangerous, charismatic Laurent. But as the fledgling trust between the two men deepens, the truth of secrets from both their pasts is poised to deal them a final devastating blow...

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A Game of Romance and Ruin: A Steamy Lesbian Fantasy Romance - Ruby Roe Cover Art

A Game of Romance and Ruin: A Steamy Lesbian Fantasy Romance

A Game of Romance and Ruin: A Steamy Lesbian Fantasy Romance by Ruby Roe

In a game of power, can love be the deadliest weapon? Stirling Grey, legendary negotiator, is on a mission: to mend her broken heart and avenge its ruin. Morrigan Lee, hidden princess and heir to the throne, is harbouring a dark secret. For years, Stirling and Morrigan navigated the perilous games of power and politics, shared clandestine moments, and ultimately... fell in love... Until a deal with fate forced them apart. When the Queen sets a formidable challenge, Stirling and Morrigan are thrust into a treacherous labyrinth of danger. The task? Protect the kingdom from a terrifying threat or lose the crown forever. But this is not a simple mission. With the clock ticking, they're going to have to trust each other... And that's not easy when their past is filled with betrayal. It's even harder when their hearts are entangled amidst the chaos. Now, neither woman is sure if it's the throne they want to rescue or a love they want to rekindle. Two hearts, one kingdom, and a romance that could lead to their ruin… or just maybe their redemption. This is a steamy lesbian fantasy romance with second chances, ruinous secrets, found family, a masquerade ball, a long con, and a love that could either shatter a kingdom or save it. Recommended for 18+ only.

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Luke and Billy Finally Get a Clue

Luke and Billy Finally Get a Clue by Cat Sebastian

North Carolina, 1953 Billy Reardon's spent the past five years trying and failing to keep his teammate Luke Novak at arm's length—or at least a normal, friendly distance. Or, failing that, he'd like to not make a fool of himself. But a month after getting seriously injured by a wild pitch and disappearing off the face of the earth, Luke shows up at Billy's isolated house in the mountains just as a storm's about to roll in. Now that they're stuck together in the middle of nowhere, Billy can't even pretend not to have feelings that go beyond what he ought to feel for a teammate. Meanwhile, Luke's acting strange and Billy doesn't know why. And Billy can't seem to fight the urge to make Luke sandwiches and hot cocoa, lend him cozy sweaters, and watch him play with the dogs. It's all pretty terrible, and the one thing Billy's sure of is that things between them are going to be different after all this is over. This novella is about 25,000 words

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Code Call

Code Call by Radclyffe

When ER doctor Burke Elliott was a medical student, she fell in love with the wrong woman. Six years later, she returns as an attending to work with ER chief Dr. Lena Silvano, the woman who rejected her. Burke’s goals are simple—to prove she is no longer the student Lena once knew and to prevent Lena from knowing the feelings she had for her have never died. When Burke returns, no longer a resident but a colleague, the attraction Lena once tried to bury reignites, but so does the weight of the secret she has carried since Burke was her student. When the past refuses to stay buried despite the years and the silence that distanced them, they must decide whether love can survive the truth or if it will cost them the second chance they never stopped wanting.

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Fake Fiancé, Real Fiasco

Fake Fiancé, Real Fiasco A Fake Dating MM Romance by Jace Wilder

Theo Callahan knows the rules of bartending for Manhattan’s elite: be fast, be invisible, and never make a scene. Drowning in $187,000 of student debt, the Columbia PhD candidate can’t afford to lose his job. Julian Ashford is the heir to a massive foundation, suffocating under his family’s relentless expectations. To secure his inheritance before his thirtieth birthday, a clause in his grandfather’s will requires him to be in a committed partnership. He needs a fake fiancé, and after watching Theo expertly handle a billionaire’s fragile ego, Julian knows he’s found the perfect candidate. The offer is insane but simple: Play Julian’s fiancé for four weeks at the Ashford family estate in the Hudson Valley, and Julian pays off Theo’s student loans in full. But surviving the Ashford family requires more than a rehearsed cover story. Between a ruthless cousin, an observant matriarch, and a guest suite with only one bed, the strict rules of their arrangement begin to dissolve. What starts as a clinical transaction turns into a scorching collision of two opposite worlds. As family secrets threaten to expose the fraud, Julian and Theo must decide what happens when a fake relationship becomes the realest thing they’ve ever felt.

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Bonds of Hercules

Bonds of Hercules by Jasmine Mas

*The INSTANT New York Times bestseller* The sequel to the viral hit Blood of Hercules is here! Packed with spicy romance, Greek mythology, and dangerous husbands, Bonds of Hercules is perfect for fans of tension, betrayal, and choosing sides. I'm Hercules, but my powers are not what they seem. I'm trapped in a marriage with my two enemies and I've accidentally joined a cult. To make matters worse, Augustus and Kharon are trying to seduce me. It doesn't help that my mentors, Achilles and Patro, are acting really strange. Now, a dangerous prisoner has escaped from the Underworld, and things are spiraling out of control. Men are fighting over me. Mysteries are unfolding left and right. And I’ve had enough. Everybody better beware because I’m fighting in the Gladiator Competition and seizing my power. Things are about to get very messy. For Sparta. A Dark Romantasy for readers who love: "Who did this to you?" Kickass heroine Extreme Enemies to Lovers Morally Gray Alpha Heroes Greek Myths and Gladiator competitions Zodiac Academy, Quicksilver and Shield of Sparrows Are you Team Professors or Team Mentors? Choose a side.

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Architecti

Architecti by Ruby Roe

Two women, two cursed contracts, and a romance that could burn down heaven and hell. Mercedes Midnight is a reaper in debt with exactly one year left before hell comes to collect. Lucy Corvine, the devil's daughter and revered professor, is imprisoned by a contract she never agreed to. For nine long years, Midnight scoured graveyards and grimoires for a loophole, while Lucy wore a gilded smile and dreamed of revolt… Until a chance encounter sparks a pact neither of them can afford to break. When Midnight claws her way into Finis Academy, she and Lucy strike a perilous bargain: Lucy will train Midnight to win the academy's coveted demon favour and Midnight will break Lucy's contract.  But this is no simple deal. Not when a secret cult is scheming to resurrect a fallen angel and the city is veering toward celestial war.  They're going to have to trust each other… not easy when they're both hiding dangerous secrets. Harder still when stolen glances in candlelit libraries ignite a forbidden desire neither woman can resist. Now, they must decide: shatter the contract… or surrender to a love that damns them both. One year. One soul. One impossible choice—their love or their own damnation. This is a dark and very steamy lesbian demon romance featuring forbidden professor-student tension, dark academia vibes, soul-reaping bargains, morally grey heroines, found family, gothic campuses, and ruthless devils. 18+ readers only.

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Pride High : Book 2 - Orange

Pride High : Book 2 - Orange by Jay Bell

Welcome back to Pride High, where the delicious drama continues! Ricky tries to sort through his feelings for Diego—the hot guy who has been bullying him—and ends up in the middle of a feud. Anthony and Cameron, now a couple, must navigate first times and coming out. Silvia finds herself questioning her feelings for Omar when someone else catches her eye… and it's a girl. Mindy finally gets to go on a date with a boy who isn't gay. Love is in the air, but so are the holidays, pressure from parents, drunken parties, and way too many well-meaning lies. It's going to be an interesting year! Jay Bell successfully mixes playful banter, memorable characters, and mature issues in the continuing Pride series, as a group of queer teenagers try to figure out who they are and who they love.

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The Open Era

The Open Era by Edward Schmit

AN INSTANT USA TODAY BESTSELLER “ Heated Rivalry for the tennis set…charming, funny, and big-hearted.”—Town & Country "[A] debut romance novel that will capture your heart."—Cosmopolitan Love evens the score between two tennis players in this stunning debut romance. Recently-turned-pro tennis player Austin Hardy has been out since high school and it’s never been a big deal. That is, until he becomes the first openly gay man to compete in a Grand Slam tournament. Suddenly, being gay is a huge deal, with headlines to prove it. Unprepared for this new spotlight, Austin’s anxiety disorder hits a breaking point, and he trips and falls at practice. Right next to the very attractive, very talented, and probably straight Diego Cruz, ranked second in the world. The two professional rivals start a friendship off the court. But between their flirty banter, mixed signals, and looming showdown, Austin is thrown further off his game by Diego. With the eyes of the world on Austin, the weight of history on his shoulders, and Diego across the net, he must decide whether love means nothing or if it means everything as he battles for the trophy during an electric two weeks at the US Open.

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First to Finish

First to Finish by Rebecca J Caffery

'A refreshing, tension-filled MM romance with depth, heart, and just the right amount of angst.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Freaking phenomenal. The chemistry? Electric. The banter? Sharp, addictive, and completely off the charts.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The stakes have never been higher in this spicy F1 forced proximity romcom! Race car driver Johannes Muller is on a hot streak this season and seems destined to claim the championship win … until his performance unexpectedly falters. Gone is his cool confidence – on the track he can barely qualify, let alone take home the trophy. The team’s race engineer, Caleb Hughes, is determined to get his star driver back in pole position, but soon the sparks flying over the radio are more chemistry than competition. In a sport where everyone gives it their all at all times, it’s not long before Johannes and Caleb realise that their racing line is leading them towards a collision they won’t be able to walk away from unscathed… Perfect for fans of: 🏎️ Opposites attract 🏎️ Forced Proximity 🏎️ Sports romance 🌶️ Spicy – Everyone LOVES First to Finish! “Incredible … I couldn’t get enough … savoured every minute of it!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Completely captured my heart from the very first pages' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'OMFG IT WAS … SUCH A PERFECT BOOK' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I inhaled this story ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Charming [and] steamy' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I had a blast the entire time I was reading it!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wow. Wow. Wow. This book blew me away … I cannot explain how satisfying this book was to my brain.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Emotional and heartwarming' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Absolutely swoon worthy!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reviews Praise for Rebecca J. Caffery: Featured in Us Weekly's 'Hottest New LGBTQIA+ Romances to Read during Pride Month 2024' ‘This was freaking phenomenal. [The] chemistry and banter was off the charts!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I flew through this book… I am literally rereading just because it is sooo bingeable’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ About the author Rebecca J. Caffery is a queer romance author from Birmingham, UK, whose stories celebrate love, electric chemistry, fierce emotion and found families. She rediscovered her passion for writing in 2017 during a study abroad year in Canada, and she’s been writing one too many enemies-to-lovers tropes since. Rebecca is best known for her high-octane F1 romances, Pole Position (2024) and First to Finish (2026), where fast cars meet even faster hearts. With hopes to expand her writing repertoire into small-town romances, she continues to craft stories that celebrate queer love in all its intensity and joy. When she’s not writing, Rebecca can be found devouring queer romance novels, binge-watching romantic dramas and romcoms, or passionately (read screaming at her TV) supporting Arsenal Women’s football team and McLaren Formula One Team.

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Hurt Me Not

Hurt Me Not by Elle Mae

𝐇𝐮𝐫𝐭 𝐌𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐭 is a sapphic, darkish, smutty asf bully romance set in the Club Pétale universe perfect for anyone looking to explore the forbidden An auction seemed like the perfect way to have some fun and make a little extra cash. Until my anxiety whispered that no one would ever want to buy someone like me. But even my inner critic couldn't have predicted who would actually win me. One million dollars. One night. With the girl who tormented me throughout high school. This time, let's just hope I don't fall in love again

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Ballad of Sword and Wine: Qiang Jin Jiu (Novel) Vol. 8

Ballad of Sword and Wine: Qiang Jin Jiu (Novel) Vol. 8 by Tang Jiu Qing

Fresh from victory at Duanzhou, Xiao Chiye leads the Libei Armored Cavalry deep into the eastern desert, hoping to deliver a killing blow to Amur and his Biansha Horsemen. Xiao Chiye will gamble everything on this final strike--but even as he forges ahead, Amur's Scorpions lurk in the heart of the empire, poised to strike at everything Xiao Chiye has left behind, including his beloved. Shen Zechuan, far from defenseless, prepares his Zhongbo troops to confront the capital of Qudu and its girl emperor, Li Jianting. But the coming battle will test more than military might. Shen Zechuan understands better than anyone that the real war will be won or lost in the hearts of the people. Can the nation ever kneel to the son of Shen Wei, the empire's most reviled traitor?

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Tommy Cabot Was Here

Tommy Cabot Was Here by Cat Sebastian

Massachusetts, 1959: Some people might accuse mathematician Everett Sloane of being stuffy, but really he just prefers things a certain way: predictable, quiet, and far away from Tommy Cabot—his former best friend, chaos incarnate, and the man who broke his heart. The youngest son of a prominent political family, Tommy threw away his future by coming out to his powerful brothers. When he runs into Everett, who fifteen years ago walked away from Tommy without an explanation or a backward glance, his old friend's chilliness is just another reminder of what a thoroughgoing mess Tommy has made of his life. When Everett realizes that his polite formality is hurting Tommy, he needs to decide whether he can unbend enough to let Tommy get close but without letting himself get hurt the way he was all those years ago.

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Game Plan

Game Plan by Amy Aislin

As the new head coach of the Vancouver Orcas, Matt Shore has got his work cut out for him. Coming off a season where the Orcas came in last in the entire AHL, Matt's job is to whip his new hockey team into shape for the oncoming season. He doesn't need any distractions, especially not one in the form of a tall, dark, and gorgeous antiques dealer. Who's also his ex—and his best player's father. Pierce Langley-Brown has a lot of regrets. The biggest? Leaving Matt behind two years ago when his son needed him. Now, with his son on Matt's hockey team, there's no avoiding the man who once owned his heart. Not that Pierce wants to avoid him. And that heart? It still belongs to Matt. But will Matt choose to keep it after all this time?

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Daniel Cabot Puts Down Roots

Daniel Cabot Puts Down Roots by Cat Sebastian

New York City, 1973 Daniel Cabot doesn't really know what he's doing with his life. He's lost faith in himself, his future, and maybe the world. The only things he knows that he cares about are the garden in the empty lot next to his crumbling East Village apartment building and his best friend. Alex Savchenko has always known that he's…difficult. Prickly, maybe, if you're feeling generous. But maybe that's the kind of personality it takes to start a low-income pediatrics clinic in one of Manhattan's most troubled neighborhoods. When Daniel stumbles into his life, Alex doesn't expect him to stay—most people don't. And when Alex develops useless, inconvenient feelings for his new friend, he does what he's always done, and tells himself that he isn't feeling anything at all. Daniel, though, has always worn his heart on his sleeve, and he isn't stopping now. Sometimes when things seem to be falling apart, it means there's room for something incredible to grow.

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When Ben Loved Jason

When Ben Loved Jason by Jay Bell

I never expected to love again. I planned to warm my hands on memories of Jace for the rest of my days. My well-meaning best friend has other ideas. She brought Tim back into my life. I'm not sure what to do with that. Part of me will always adore Tim… but I'm still married to Jace. Even though he's gone. I only have one regret from the magical time we shared. Jason, the son we never got to adopt. He's still out there somewhere. I know he needs me. So whether I'm ready or not, this is it. My heart is coming out of retirement! When Ben Loved Jason is the emotional conclusion to the He Loved Him series, and Ben's last chance at getting the happy ending he so desperately needs.

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Pride High : Book 6 - Purple - Jay Bell Cover Art

Pride High : Book 6 - Purple

Pride High : Book 6 - Purple by Jay Bell

Junior year is drawing to a close, but the carefree days of summer have never seemed so far away. Diego grapples with difficult truths from his past while Ricky tries to keep him from going off the deep end. Mindy juggles two relationships at once as she struggles to decide which boy will win her heart. Cameron is moving to the other side of the country, putting his love for Anthony to the test. Omar feels sidelined when Silvia chooses a new direction for her future. Keisha is still dating the enemy. Only the magic of prom can save the students of Pride High. Brace your heart and dive back into this romantic and raw series that brings teen drama to life!

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The Villain's White Halo (Novel) Vol. 3 - Hao Da Yi Juan Wei Sheng Zhi Cover Art

The Villain's White Halo (Novel) Vol. 3

The Villain's White Halo (Novel) Vol. 3 by Hao Da Yi Juan Wei Sheng Zhi

Former villain Yin Biyue just wants to live in peace in his new world, but all he finds is turmoil. His teacher is off on a suicide mission, Luo Mingchuan is in danger of succumbing to the spirit of the Demon Lord, and the infamous demonic cultivator Rong Zhuo has risen with a massive army to launch attacks across the realm. No one--not Cangya, not the Northern Emperor, nor Yin Biyue's allies from other sects--is safe with battles looming on every front. How can he and Luo Mingchuan become official partners under these conditions?! Then, as Yin Biyue and Luo Mingchuan fight side by side against fate, something even worse happens: Yin Biyue starts shedding his mortal emotions. And what good is power if it costs him the love he's only just found?

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Midnight Curfew

Midnight Curfew by Penelope Douglas

Two rivals from opposing families fight their forbidden attraction to each other in the brand new romance from New York Times bestselling author Penelope Douglas. Summertime is off-season in southern Florida. Families leave their homes to escape the heat, the streets are empty, and the nights are quiet. Perfect time for a little mischief while the police aren’t looking. As the middle Jaeger brother, Dallas was often lost in the shuffle growing up. Now a man, he’s prideful of his community on the wrong side of the tracks—Sanoa Bay—and aggressively protective of his land and his inner circle. He’s hungry and ready for a fight. Callum Ames has a reputation in St. Carmen, the affluent neighborhood abutting Sanoa Bay. The hottest. The most popular. Rich. Powerful. Strong. The one all the women want. After four years away, he’s back, but for all his bravado, he’s got one major secret: he doesn’t want a woman. Summer is also storm season. Heat, wind, rain… And a lockdown. In a desperate bid to impress his influential father, Callum suggests a curfew to hinder their rivals in the Bay. Unfortunately, the Jaegers don’t like rules. As Dallas and Callum face off and engage, out for each other's blood, they can't stop the consuming fire between them and the outcome they already see coming... The storm of the century.

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Our Secret Summer

Our Secret Summer by Harper Bliss

They promised themselves it was only for the summer… Raffo retreats to a lake house in Big Bear, desperate to heal her broken heart. But peace and quiet prove impossible when she discovers Dylan—her best friend’s mother—already staying at the house, hiding from her own mistakes. Dylan is everything Raffo doesn’t need: older, off-limits, and utterly captivating. What starts as a shared summer sanctuary quickly turns into something far more dangerous when their undeniable chemistry ignites. As their bond deepens, passion blossoms into a love neither woman saw coming. But summer can't last forever. With Dylan's son waiting in Los Angeles, their growing love risks destroying the very relationships they cherish most. Our Secret Summer is a steamy sapphic age-gap romance about forbidden desire, irresistible connections, and the risk of following your heart when the stakes couldn’t be higher.

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