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Bound and Determined by Anara Bella, Asia’s sworn off men for the foreseeable future but Marcus isn’t taking her indifference personally. Instead he’s BOUND AND DETERMINED to convince Asia to give him a chance to prove he’s the man for her. Read Review>> Jamett and Joseph, book 1 - The Start of Something Good by Gracie Lee Rose, When Joseph’s girlfriend walked out on him, breaking his heart, he had no idea that right down the hall, in the form of his neighbor Jamie, just might be THE START OF SOMETHING GOOD. Read Review>> Claimed for the Master's Pleasure by Jan Bowles, With the death of her father, Lia Constatine finds herself left with her father’s high gambling debt. She fears that she will lose everything unless she is able to convince casino owner Jake Benetti to forget the debt. When Jake demands to take control of her body to forget the debt will Lia give into his wishes? Read Review>> Blazing Bedtime Stories, Volume VII by Tawny Weber and Rhonda Nelson, Returning to his hometown, Army ranger Bear former ballerina Veda to act as his girlfriend to dissuade a couple amorous women…an act which seems to be coming real. Agreeing to pick up his client’s dog at the groomers, P.I. Percy finds his dream woman tied up and the dog stolen. As she helps him search, Percy sets out to prove that he hasn’t forgotten their passionate night together. Read Review>> White Lines II, Sunny by Tracy Brown, Jada is finally getting her life together when she meets Born, a man who can curl her toes and cause her willpower to evaporate, putting her back on the path of destruction. Read Review>> Handle With Care by Josephine Myles, After over a decade of parenting his younger sister, Ben Lethbridge spent two years partying, and it destroyed his health. Now he’s dependent on home dialysis and is forced to work from his flat with only his sister Zoe and sexy deliveryman Ollie as his visitors. Ben’s lonely, but his flirting with Ollie turns to something personal despite their age differences and his scars Read Review>> Forbidden Fantasies: No Risk Refused by Cara Summers, CIA agent Cam returns to the castle where his longtime crush Adair, a wedding planner, lives. It seems that the groom-to-be in Adair’s first wedding in her new business, is a con artist who has escaped capture for the past fifteen years. Soon Cam and Adair are setting up a sting of their own as they struggle with the sparks that are flying between them. Read Review>> It Started That Night by Virna de Paul, Twenty-year-old bad boy John had been in love with teenage Lily, but he had cruelly broken up with her. That same night, Lily arrived home to discover her mother had been murdered. Now fifteen years later, Detective John is investigating a series of murders that closely resemble that of Lily’s mother. Seeing Lily again, he knows he cannot bear to lose her a second time. But can he keep her safe from the killer stalking her? Read Review>> Bachelor Firemen of San Gabriel, Book 2 - Hot for Fireman by Jennifer Bernard, Katie wants to get on with her life, but to do so, she has to do something with her father’s bar. Discovering that the bar is insured for a million dollars gets her to thinking. While waiting to be reinstated at the San Gabriel Fire Station, Ryan takes on a temporary job as a bartender. He enjoys working next to his sexy boss, but when a series of fires hit the bar, he must find out why. Read Review>> The Understudy by Lisabet Sarai, Sarah had never expected to work summer stock with a big name like Geoffrey Hart, who had inspired her to take up the stage. But more surprises are in store when Geoffrey immediately recognizes the natural submissive lurking within her, just waiting for his D. Still is she only the understudy in his love life? When the summer is over, will he leave her behind? Read Review>>

Wish series, book 1 - A Secret Wish by Barbara Freethy, Three women separately celebrate their birthday, which happens to fall on the same day. Each makes a secret wish for something that is close to their heart and before the night is through their lives will be profoundly changed. Read Review>> Wish series, book 2 - Just a Wish Away by Barbara Freethy, Growing up, Alexa and Braden spent their summers and holidays together, a time which ended one visit after a devastating kiss. Now years later, Alexa is back to help her aunt who was just attacked when someone broke into her shop. Reunited and investigating this case, Alexa and Braden soon find things heating up. Read Review>> Crazy on You by Rachel Gibson, With a previous reputation of being crazy, due to her actions, Lily has settled down now as a businesswoman and the mother of a ten-year-old. But when Officer Tucker moves in next door, the attraction between them will not be denied. Still, can she bear being thought of as a cougar by getting involved with the eight years younger hunk, or will she walk away from love? Read Review>> Larkspur Road - A Lonesome Way Novel, Book 2 by Jill Gregory, Travis and Mia have a broken past that needs healing so they can move forward. Can a first love end up being your last love forever? They're not the only ones in Lonesome Way whose story will touch your heart. And if you're a quilter, you'll love this one! Beautiful! Read Review>> Ain't Misbehaving by Molly Cannon, AIN'T MISBEHAVING is a heart-warming story about finding love where you least expect it. Molly Cannon is a wonderful new addition to the contemporary romance genre. Read Review>> Born to Be Wild by Elle Kennedy, BORN TO BE WILD is an insanely addictive story! How addictive? I opened the file to read the blurb on my cellphone and – despite having a fully functioning computer and Kindle – ended up reading the entire book on my phone. I could NOT put it down. Read Review>> Charmed By His Love by Janet Chapman, Duncan and Peg, the widowed mother of four, meet under less than auspicious circumstances. The women of her family live under a curse; any man they marry does not live past thirty. Duncan, one of the first generation of MacKeage males, has a magic of his own. Although neither one wants to get involved, they cannot deny the attraction between them. Together, can they break the curse or are they doomed? Read Review>> Undone By Her Tender Touch by Maya Banks, When one night of passion between friends Cam and Pippa results in an unplanned pregnancy, they must try to make the best of things. But Cam has already lost his wife and son in an accident and fears losing those he loves a second time. But when danger does strike again, can he get beyond his feelings to save Pippa and their baby and give love another chance? Read Review>> Bared to You: A Crossfire Novel by Sylvia Day, Gideon Cross is used to getting what he wants and he wants Eva Tramell. Eva doesn’t want to be just another conquest but he is so difficult to resist especially when he holds all the cards. Their journey leads them down a dark road where happiness isn’t a guarantee. Read Review>> My Wicked Gladiators by Lauren Hawkeye, Erotic romance readers will not want to miss Lauren Hawkeye's MY WICKED GLADIATORS. I highly recommend it. Read Review>>

Sweet Addiction by Maya Banks
Cole has never forgotten Ren, the woman who touched his heart. But when he unintentionally hurt her, he let her go despite her protests. Now, seeing her again, Cole wants a second chance. But is that what Ren wants?

The Nurse's Not-So-Secret Scandal by Wendy S. Marcus
Lately, nurse Roxie has not been her usual self and when medication begins disappearing from the hospital, she becomes a suspect. Believing her innocent, Head Nurse Victoria gets a friend, Fig, to take a temporary job at the hospital to prove her innocence. Soon Roxie finds herself losing her heart to Fig. But will he stick around when he discovers her closely guarded secret?

Bachelor Number Four by Megan Hart
Whether in fantasy or reality, past or present, the dynamic between Arden and Shane is fantastic. BACHELOR NUMBER FOUR is the first story of Ms. Hart’s I’ve read and it definitely won’t be the last!

One Hot Cowboy Wedding by Carolyn Brown

When good timing cowboy Ace discovers that he has one week to get married or he will lose the ranch, he turns to his best friend Jasmine, who offers to marry him. But what they had counted on as a secret wedding in Vegas becomes public when their wedding is shown on the news. Now forced to live together, Jasmine finds that she is falling in love. Shall she be able to walk away in one year when the terms of his grandfather’s will has been fulfilled?

Call Me Irresistible by Susan Elizabeth Phillips

Meg is determined to rescue her friend from marrying a man who just is not right for her. When Lucy ditches Ted at the altar, everyone blames Meg. It only gets worse when Meg becomes stuck in Wynette, Texas, with no support system in town. But Meg figures what has she got to lose since she has already angered the entire citizenry? Thus begins the irresistible and raucous romance of Meg with Wynette’s most famous son, Ted.

The Fireman Who Loved Me by Jennifer Bernard
After her grandmother wins a date with a hunky fireman, Melissa finds herself taking her place on the date. Brody is recovering from a divorce and not ready for a relationship. But conned into the date with Melissa, he finds one kiss is all it takes and the sparks soon begin to fly.

Virgin River, Book 19 - Sunrise Point by Robyn Carr

Single mother Nora has had a rough life, but she is willing to work hard to provide for her daughters, even work in the local apple orchard. Former marine Tom had returned home to settle down and knew just the kind of woman he wanted. Nora did not fit that description, but he finds he can’t keep his hands or his lips off of her. Can he deal with a ready-made family, or should he stop before he gets in too deep?

Hot For Fireman: Bachelor Firemen of San Gabriel, Bk 2 by Jennifer Bernard
Readers will be streaming into stores to pick up books one and two in Jennifer Bernard's BACHELOR FIREMEN OF SAN GABRIEL series, THE FIREMAN WHO LOVED ME and HOT FOR FIREMAN. They are guaranteed hot summer reads.

The Rebuilding Year by Kaje Harper
When firefighter Ryan Ward gets trapped in a burning building, he loses his girlfriend and his job. Months later, he heads off to college to start medical school with a severally injured leg. His new life is full of surprises but the biggest is he’s falling in love with his housemate John, the college groundskeeper…a divorced straight man with two kids. It’s very confusing.

Be My Everything by Ella Jade
Lucas doesn’t accept inexperienced women as his subs but something about Katherine’s innocence calls to him. Will he be able to adhere to his own rules and prevent himself from loving her?

Insatiable by Opal Carew
Being left at the altar is every bride’s worst nightmare but when the unthinkable happens, Crystal discovers that this devastating event might possibly be the key to her happily ever after.

The Good Father by Diane Chamberlain
A father and his four-year-old daughter face life's worst kind of circumstances. Will love prove to be their constant companion and their safety net? Beautiful story!

Not Your Everyday Housewife by Mary Campisi
Desperate Housewives meets Thelma and Louise Plus One in NOT YOUR EVERYDAY HOUSEWIFE. The question is, will the characters end in a pouf of quirky chaos like the ladies of Wisteria Lane or end up driving off an emotional cliff like the famous movie heroines?

The Longest Pleasure by Margaret Blake
Vic, the man who had ruined her life, was released from prison early. So she had run to a small town, where she met Jed, a private detective that she was falling in love with. But while attending a holiday party at the home of Jed’s brother, James, Vic turns up as one of the guests. Can she trust Jed when his family seems to be involved with the man she has been running from?

Heaven is for Heroes by PJ Sharon
At seventeen, Jordie Dunn discovers her brother Levi was killed in Iraq. The military is blaming his best friend Alex Cooper on being responsible for his death. Jordie refuses to believe Alex had any part of Levi’s death. Will she be able to help prove he is innocent?

About that Night by Julie James
Rylann never thought she would encounter Kyle Rhodes again. But when she is forced to go head-to-head with him in court, she as the prosecuting attorney and he as the “Twitter Terrorist,” their nine year old attraction is about to come to a head again.

Karma by Carly Phillips
The third Barron brother meets his match in the engaging, emotional KARMA. Author Carly Phillips is at her best here, gifting readers with characters they are sure to grow attached to and a love story that will make romance readers sigh with pleasure.

Because of You by Jessica Scott

Shane Garrison’s world revolved around his career in the army. Days before his deployment to Iraq, he goes with a friend to a local bar and there he meets Jen St. James. Unbeknownst to Shane, Jen is a breast cancer survivor. The two part ways with a kiss of goodbye, but in Iraq Shane receives an injury that put him back in contact with Jen. Will the two find the healing balm they both seek to feel whole?

Just One Kiss by Isabel Sharpe
Angela, the owner of a bakery, has not dated since her divorce three years ago and has had no desire to change that…until Daniel walks into her shop. Daniel lost his fiancée eighteen months ago. He had made her a vow not to date until after their wedding date, which is six months away. But all is takes is JUST ONE KISS to leave him longing for more than just cupcakes from Angela’s bakery.

The Fireman Who Loved Me: Bachelor Firemen of San Gabriel, Bk 1 by Jennifer Bernard
There is a rising star in the contemporary genre and her name is Jennifer Bernard. For a romance packed with wit and charm, her novel, THE FIREMAN WHO LOVED ME, is a must read.

Scarlet Deception, Book 3 - Betrayal by Christina Dodd
The third novel in author Christina Dodd’s BELLA TERRA DECEPTION series, BETRAYAL is an exhilarating read that will have you biting your nails and anxiously turning the pages to see what happens next. A wonderful conclusion to an amazing series!

Run Wild: The Bounty Hunters, Bk 4 by Lorie O'Clare
Do not miss Lorie O'Clare's RUN WILD. It is a wonderful suspense.

Bound Hearts by C.C. Galloway
BOUND HEARTS is one of the best books I’ve read this year! I loved author C.C. Galloway’s first PORTLAND TIDE book, HAIL MARY, but BOUND HEARTS managed to flat-out sweep me off my feet!

Sierra Falls - Sierra Falls Series, Book 1 by Veronica Wolff
Sorrow starts to believe her future will live up to her given name when one event after another predicts the demise of her family's lodge and tavern. Can the kind resolve of the new town sheriff inspire more than hope within Sorrow?

Trouble Me - A Rosewood Novel, Book 3 by Laura Moore
Jade's anxious to start a riding school for children, until she realizes how much her past may disrupt her future. Officer Rob Cooper doesn't expect his nameless out of town one-night-stand to be someone from his hometown. Neither one of them can predict the trouble coming their way and it's fun to see them both try to finagle their way out of it.

Mad About The Boy by Suzan Battah
For contemporary romance at its finest, discover Suzan Battah. Do not miss out on her latest novel, MAD ABOUT THE BOY. I would recommend this read to anyone.

Emerald Lake, Book 1 - With This Kiss by Bella Riley
After Rebecca discovers a secret about her fiancé Stu, their engagement is called off and he leaves town, leaving her in charge of the inn. Sean, Stu’s brother, arrives for the wedding. Due to his past, he doesn’t trust women. Her refusal to tell the secret she is hiding doesn’t help. But whenever they are close, the sparks fly.

Waltz This Way by Dakota Cassidy
Former ballroom champion Melina Cherkasov only has her dignity left when she finds out her husband is cheating. Her only recourse is to go home to Jersey and live with her father at his retirement village. Will Mel be able to pick up the pieces?

Letter from a Stranger by Barbara Taylor Bradford
Discovering after ten years that her beloved grandmother is still alive, Justine goes searching for her in Istanbul. Her search leads her on a trail of secrets leading back to World War II and Nazi occupied Germany. What she finds not only affects her own life; her family will never be the same. A must read!

Kiss Me, Dancer by Alicia Street, Roy Street
Finally, I have found a contemporary romance novel to add to my keeper shelf. KISS ME, DANCER by Alicia and Roy Street is a must read.

The Cowboy Takes a Bride by Lori Wilde
Unemployed wedding planner Mariah receives word that she has inherited a ranch from her deceased estranged father, Dutch. Joe, Dutch’s best friend, lost his wife two years ago and after losing Dutch too, he is finding it hard to go on. But when Mariah finds him nude, except for his Stetson, in a golden horse trough, he starts to believe that life just might be worth living again.

Somebody to Love by Kristan Higgins
Love is never easy but it is particularly difficult for Parker Welles after her father is convicted in an insider-trading scheme. She heads to Maine to see what is left of her "inheritance" and discovers love has not forgotten her after all.

The Emerald Isle Trilogy, Book 3 - The Fall of Rain by Renee Vincent
After catching her fiancé in bed with another woman, Rain takes the advice of her best friend Patrick and leaves on a much desired trip to Ireland. But the last thing she expects is to come face-to-face with the present day Norse warrior she has been dreaming of. With their first kiss, Leif knows they have a connection, but can she get him to remember just how connected they are?

Permanently Legless by J. L. Merrow

In Afghanistan, Chris receives an injury that results in him losing both of his legs. He returns home injured in body, but still keeps his sense of humor. Restless, he decides to go and visit a local club. There is meets Josh, their last encounter resulting in a one night stand both of them could not forget. Will Josh be able to see past Chris’s disability to reclaim the magic they had found in each other arms?

Hot Under Pressure: Rising Star Chef , Bk 3 by Louisa Edwards
Fans of Ms. Edward's will be scrambling to purchase her latest, and sadly last, addition to her RISING STAR CHEF series. It does not disappoint.

Jacob's Return by Annette Blair
Returning to his Amish roots with his two young twins in tow, Jacob comes face-to-face with the woman he has always loved. Married to Simon, Jacob’s brother, Rachel has known nothing but fear and torment. As they struggle with their love for each other and the life they have been dealt due to their own past decisions, these same decisions soon bring about events from which there may be no escape.

A Little Wild by Kate St. James
Kate St. James has delivered sexy characters that’ll surprise you in the wickedly entertaining A LITTLE WILD.

Dear Miss Darcy by Laura Briggs and Sarah Burgess
The literary market is flooded with spinoffs, adaptations and sequels to Jane Austen’s work, so it’s difficult nowadays to pen one that feels fresh and new. With DEAR MISS DARCY, Mses. Burgess and Briggs have succeeded in creating a story that’s original and entertaining and I finished Olivia and Christopher’s story a well satisfied reader.

Another Cougar in Town by E. Cameron Stacy
After a bitter divorce, Renee Gafford is visiting her friend Jessie. Jessie has the perfect plan to cheer Renee up -- a hot twenty-three year old stud named Adrian.

Belle Behind Bars by Wynter Daniels
When his former flame is made "Ram" Ramsey's superior in the jail where he works, Ram is not sure how he feels. Belle Buchanan soon makes it clear that she still has feelings for him too. Some abandoned prisoner restraints lead to a night that the two of them will never forget.

Quinn - A Wyoming Sky Novel, Book 1 by R. C. Ryan
A contemporary western suspense, this novel has several characteristics to capture your interest, including cowboys, a despicable villain and a love story anxious for the calm after the storm. Fun beginning to a new series!

A Season of Angels by Debbie Macomber
Heavenly angels Shirley, Goodness, and Mercy were each given an earthly assignment by God?s main messenger, Gabriel-answering a human's prayer. Before granting them, however, they must each teach their human a valuable lesson. Can these mischievous angels fulfill their tasks before time is up?

Cowboys Down by Barbara Elsborg
What’s a stressed out Englishman supposed to do when he travels from London to a Wyoming dude ranch? Jasper hopes to overcome a horrible years-long fear of horseback riding. What he doesn’t expect is an attraction to Calum, the owner’s son, a closeted man living in a world consumed with anger and homophobia, or the change it makes in his life.

Playing His Dangerous Game by Tina Duncan
When security business owner Royce agrees to take on the job of bodyguard to wealthy socialite Shara as a personal favor to her father, who is his best client, the last thing he expects is the warm, curvy woman that he can’t get out of his mind.

Overdrive by Ariel tachna
OVERDRIVE by Ariel Tachna is an enjoyable and exciting contemporary romance. This novel is equal parts racing and romance.

The Heart of Texas by RJ Scott
THE HEART OF TEXAS is an enjoyable and provocative novel that reads like a very entertaining night time soap opera.

Once A Good Girl by Wendy S. Marcus
Nine years after Kyle leaves town to keep from going to jail on false charges, he comes back, now with a PhD in physical therapy. Victoria, the 5E Head Nurse at the local hospital, had been in love with Kyle as a teenager. But after spending one night with him, she was left alone and pregnant, to raise a child he didn’t know existed. Now he is back, but would he stay this time?

Pregnancy and Passion, Book 3 - Tempted By Her Innocent Kiss by Maya Banks
When Devon marries Ashley just to seal a business deal with her father, he doesn’t realize that the most important part of the deal just may be Ashley herself. As a bonus, author Brends Jackson's NEVER TOO LATE is included with this book.

No Souvenirs by K.A. Mitchell
NO SOUVENIRS by K.A. Mitchell is a steamy and entertaining contemporary romance.

The Shape of Desire by Sharon Shinn
The fact that Dante Romano is a shape-shifter doesn’t stop Maria Devane from being madly in love with him. For the past fifteen years, she’s never questioned that love and has willingly accepted the lifestyle that comes with loving such a man. But when murders happen during Dante’s absences, she finally questions who, exactly, he is.

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