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Forbidden Temptation: Volume 4 by Teresa Gabelman
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsTaking on new recruits has always been tricky business for Dell Farris, head protector of the Lee County Wolves. Add in the knowledge that his mate is one of them makes things even more complicated. He knows she has demons to fight, but he’s determined to take charge of that battle. Nothing and no one will ever hurt her again. Roslyn “Ross” Starr has secrets that she plans to take to the grave... -
The Twilight Saga: Eclipse by Howard Shore
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 28 ratings(Easy Piano Songbook). The third installment of the megahit Twilight saga was released in movie theatres nationwide on June 30th. This songbook includes 10 selections from the score penned by Howard Shore, arranged for easy piano solo: As Easy as Breathing * Compromise/Bella's Theme * Eclipse (All Yours) * First Kiss * Imprinting * Jacob's Theme * Jasper * The Kiss * Victoria * Wedding Plans... -
Viktor by Kym Grosso
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrom NYTs and USA Today Bestselling Author Kym Grosso...a novel in the IMMORTALS OF NEW ORLEANSAncient vampire, Viktor Christianson, thrived for thousands of years without love. Enjoying the finer things in life, the international playboy embraced the essence of his immortal existence... -
One More Day: Springblood Book 1 by Cee Bowerman
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTremayne Badeaux has lived a thousand lives during his time on Earth. He’s explored the world, made lifelong friends, started empires, and destroyed enemies, but he’s never experienced an all-encompassing love that he’s willing to give up his own life for - until he meets the one woman he can never lose... -
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Blood Bound by R.J. Blain
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAfter waking in a shallow grave and clawing her way to freedom, Penelope Francis hunts for the rogue who stole her life and transformed her into a vampire. Despite being corrupted into a feared preternatural, she clings to her humanity and refuses to prey on innocents, instead slaking her thirst on other miscreant vampires... -
Alpha's Rescue by Renee Rose, Lee Savino
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThis grumpy bear needs a curvy complication like he needs a bullet in the head.She trespassed on my mountain. The lovely human with bright pink braids.Beautiful and brilliant, she's a knockout who leaves sunshine and mayhem in her wake.But our land is under threat and if she's learned our secret, she can never leave.Now she's my prisoner until I find out what she knows.I shouldn't keep her... -
Gray's Hollow Dragon Shifters Collection #1 by Zoe Chant
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFour sizzling paranormal romances from Zoe Chant's bestselling Gray's Hollow Dragon Shifter series! Wealthy dragon shifters fall for their courageous curvy mates in a very special small town... -
Despair and Destiny by A.K. Michaels
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsalternate cover edition for ASIN B010189N62Where is Rebecca? Who has kidnapped the sassy Witch from right under the noses of the Wolf Pack? Jacob is distraught and his anger knows no bounds as they fight to find out where his mate has been taken; and by whom. The answer is unimaginable and the bloody confrontation that leaves death in its wake shocks Jacob and Cam to their core... -
Earth Dragon's Kiss by Riley Storm
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAll he wants to do is help, but she’s determined to do it on her own… Nearly five years ago, Sarah Mingott moved to the little town of Plymouth Falls. She says it was to help support her grandmother, but the truth is darker than that. Hiding her secrets was easy, until she lost her job. Now she’s forced to turn to the one place she doesn’t want to go... -
Falling for the Enemy Alpha by Roxie Ray
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsShe’s forbidden and I rejected her. But my wolf has other ideas . . .I know Jess is different the second I lay eyes on her. For a human, she has one hell of a beautiful left hook.Falling for Jess is the last thing I need. Our pack is on the verge of war with the grey wolf shifters and the rivalry between the packs dates back hundreds of years...Categorized as:
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Dragon's Claim by Candace Ayers, Kym Dillon
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBestselling author Candace Ayers brings you SHORT "lunchtime quickie" reads—condensed romances intended to be read in under two hours!Dragon scales and bridal veils—billionaire shifters find their fiery mates!Monogamy? Not my style.I'm a master of the skies and a lover of women.My life's all about freedom, luxury, and keeping my city under my wing.But a dragons gotta do what a dragons gotta do...Categorized as:
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Big Bad Boss: Mated by Renee Rose, Lee Savino
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRule #4 of Wall Keep your enemies closeThe Vampire King wasn't on the invite list for our engagement party, but that won't stop him from demanding his due.He insists Madi and I make an appearance at his club.He wants a performance where we're the players.I would refuse--war be damned, but my bride is intrigued.And what she wants, she gets...Categorized as:
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Scenes from Cloverleah by Lisa Oliver
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCloverleah Pack Book 9.5This is NOT a standalone.There have been a lot of things going on in the Cloverleah pack, and if you have been following the series, you will know there were a couple of things that happened that didn’t quite make it in the story line. These four short stories are my way of filling in those gaps... -
Hit the Road Jack by Christin Lovell
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSome hunt, and some are hunted. With lives at stake, literally, Lexi travels the globe pursuing the element of surprise against her enemy. Unfortunately, it seems there’s a mole in her tightknit group. Lexi is forced to reevaluate her relationships, old and new, as her target closes in on her... -
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After Twilight by Amanda Ashley, Christine Feehan
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThree of romance's hottest bestselling authors -- Amanda Ashley, Christine Feehan, and Ronda Thompson -- invite you to explore the dark side, to taste the forbidden, to dive into danger with heroes who fire the blood and lay claim to the soul in these striking tales of sensual passion. A man hunts for a woman... -
Alaric by Julia Mills
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSharp...Successful...Deadly... Catering to every dark, erotic desire of his wealthy patrons has made Alaric a very rich man. His ability to tap into the very soul of every person he meets, to see what they crave…intimately…sensually has made Crave, his exclusive club, the most sought-after establishment of its kind in the world... -
Moon Struck by Donna Grant
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHIS FIGHT TO BE WHOLE Years ago, Solomon LaRue’s life was ripped apart when his fiancée was taken from him brutally and without cause. After, he vowed to never love again and put all of his energy into defending New Orleans from the evil Voodoo priestess out to destroy everything he held dear. Until a beautiful and maddening witch from the Quarter comes into his life and shakes everything up... -
The King's Fire by Leilani Love
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe moment Aithne’s mother told her that her sister had been captured by the infamous Vampire, King Lazzaro—she should have known it was a trap. In order to get her sister back, she is given one simple, but dangerous task. She has to capture a dragon-shifter and bring him back to the King. It should be easy, a simple exchange—her sister’s life for that of a dragon...Categorized as:
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Blood Sacrifice by B.A. Stretke
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“You can’t report this, Theo.” “I will,” Theo stated defiantly. “You won’t,” Bastian stated. Agent Theo Hawke arrived in Mt. Pleasant, not entirely sure what he was going to find. His superiors sent him to investigate the veracity of a letter they received accusing the Sheriff’s Department and Louis DuCane of all manner of crimes and cover-ups... -
Fang Chronicles: Dmitri by D'Elen McClain
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWith war on the horizon, Dmitri, liege vampire to the bear clan, offers safe haven to Vorlyk and his new clan. Having another vampire in his territory is difficult but a certain young she-cat makes life impossible. The stalking feline has her eyes set on Dmitri even when his eyes stray elsewhere. The enemy proves that none of the North American clans is safe and it's time to fight back... -
Burned by J.K. Harper
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDark, dangerous dragon shifters who just need true love... Fate brought them together--but their love may be a double-edged swordFire dragon shifter Ash Connolly is a horrifically scarred man. Burned in a terrible accident years ago, the reclusive billionaire sentenced himself to a life of solitude... -
Hollywood Dragon by Zoe Chant
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA BBW singer + a billionaire music mogul dragon shifter + shifter battles and sizzling passion = one blockbuster romance! Curvy opera singer Jan thinks she missed her chance at love. But when she comes to the little town of Sanluce for her best friend Shelley's wedding, she meets a man who surprises her in all the best ways... -
The Witch, the Wolf and the Vampire, Book 3 by A.K. Michaels
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPeri has finally defeated her own father, the psycho leader of a sect that has plagued her since childhood. Now she looks forward to a life she never thought she’d have, in love with both Josef and Gabe.As the three of them prepare for their future, they become involved in helping their friends Kyle and Sabrina go on the run, tracking down a kidnapped child and advising the supernatural cop Ronan... -
Fang Chronicles: Ivan by D'Elen McClain
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe loss of Ivan’s mate, Alba, left him broken and turned his inner beast inside out. With the war between the wolves and enemy cats, who killed his mate, all but over his anger has no focus. His new clan consists of two vampires, three cats, and his lone wolf.Talya ran from her clan after losing a challenge against her friend for the love of Dmitri, the vampire leader of the bear clan... -
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Josie's Miracle by Dawn Sullivan
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA doctor for the White River Wolves, Josie Bennett is devoted to her pack and her calling to heal those in need. Then one fateful night changes everything.As an enforcer for the Shifter Council, Ryker Kain has pledged himself to the council and dedicated his life to serving and protecting its members... -
Pinked by J.C. Mells
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFYI: Due to changes implemented by Amazon in the way they now want to list books in a series, this book has been changed from Book 2 to Book 3 in the Pierced Series... -
Bitten by Love: Shifters in Love Romance Collection by Harmony Raines, Olivia Arran
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis collection of shifter romance stories is one you don’t want to miss. It’s available for a limited time and features new and loved books from NY Times, USA Today and Bestselling paranormal authors. Grab yours now! Bewitched by Moonlight - Deanna Chase – NEW WORK Combust – V... -
Bewitch the Darkness by Alexandra Ivy
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe vampires and werewolves chosen to be the Guardians of Eternity believe they've conquered their latest threat. But as one of them will learn in this mesmerizing installment, old lovers make the most ruthless new enemies . . . Only one drastic mission can tempt Kyi away from the peaceful woodland where the dryads raised her: killing her mother... -
Untouchable by S.J. West
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOutcast. Undesirable. Human.I've been called all these things by the members of the two wolf packs who rule my world because I'm an oddity- a pure blood human. As a child, only the leader of the Thieves Guild was willing to take me in after my grandmother died, and I've spent my entire life using the skills he taught to become his most reliable thief...Categorized as:
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For the Love of a Bear by Sunny Mawson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCalla Stirling is living a humble life in the Breagha Oidhche Wolf Pack in Scotland when her teenage life is turned upside down by her would-be mate. She knew a mate would present himself in the future, but what she didn’t expect was the gruff Russian bear Sergey Patrushev, Vojak of Clan Chislennost... -
Her Vampire Temptation by Alexis Alvarez
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSHE’LL LEARN TO CALL ME MASTER.The redheaded mortal is intoxicating – young, smart, beautiful.I took her to the dungeon and delivered a lesson in pleasure. And a little pain, to make her blood sweeter.Then I wiped her mind and sent her home. Because immortals and mortals don’t mix.But now three young women matching her description are missing, and the vampire I sired is up to no good... -
Her Vampire Knight by Ines Johnson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis little panther shifter thinks she’s captured me. Me; one of the most feared vampires in history.She thinks I'm the key to an age old prophecy; one where we join forces and unite to create new life. But that's impossible for a man who's been dead for centuries. With her every touch she makes me crave life.The problem is, the more we fight, the more the beast below stirs, ready to claim her... -
Rapunzel and the Billionaire Bear by Sable Sylvan
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSince her sixteenth birthday, curvy Zelda “Rapunzel” Woods has been kept in a luxury penthouse in Seattle paid for by her wealthy adoptive mother…but the penthouse starts to feel like a prison tower when Zelda longs for more than a life of leisure, but for a simple life filled love. When polar bear billionaire Lance Asher enters her world, nothing will ever be the same for his princess... -
Hard Landing by Ophelia Sexton
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTrapped with a woman whose scent tempts his wolf When smokejumper Carl Jensen’s parachute accident leaves him with a badly-hurt leg, he's forced to take shelter on a remote mountain ranch. The ranch's owner, a lush, curvy woman, intrigues him. He’d like nothing more than to keep her warm through the cold nights. Too bad Michelle wants nothing to do with him... -
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Newsletter Exclusives: Volume 1 by Nalini Singh
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsA newsletter exclusives e-book... -
Touch of Surrender by Rhyannon Byrd
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSurrender can be the sweetest sin… When Lycan Kierland Scott and Morgan Cantrell are forced to work together for the first time in over a decade in order to save Kierland’s brother, the two Watchmen find themselves embarking on a dangerous journey through a land where one wrong move could lead to disaster... -
Time Out of Mind by V.M. Black
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn the third book of the vampire serial, Cora discovers a darker side of Dorian's world...Cora Shaw was bonded to billionaire vampire Dorian Thorne twice—once by blood and again by choice.But with the death of one of her best friends, she discovers that her choice was far more dangerous than she ever expected... -
A Very Alpha Christmas by T.S. Joyce, Michelle M. Pillow
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFrom the creators of the NY Times & USA TODAY Bestselling Anthology Taming the Alpha comes...A Taming the Alpha Big Box Set of Spicy Paranormal Romance Tales featuring OVER 25 ALL NEW, NEVER RELEASED stories from New York Times, USA Today and Bestselling AuthorsLimited Time Boxed SetStories include:Mandy M. Roth - Heated Holiday: Bureau of Paranormal InvestigationShe's fire. He's fangs...Categorized as:
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Stolen Fire by Julie Wetzel
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsNight. A time of quiet, of peace, of rest, and now, a time of terror.With an uncontrolled vampire plaguing the city, the Vampire Council of Brenton once again calls on Darien Ritter for help.Overwhelmed with the issues of a new menagerie and plans for his wedding, Darien still manages to step up and answer the call. The only problem is, he suddenly finds himself a little too… human... -
Twinkle, Twinkle, Sassy Little Star Dragon Guard by Julia Mills
Rated: 4.45 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBack to the swamp. Back to the wolves. Back to her… From the moment Grey laid eyes on Star he knew beyond all doubt she was the woman for him, but the sassy little she-wolf wouldn’t even give him the time of day and then he was called home and all hopes of claiming his mate was gone. Now, he’s been called back to the sweltering heat of the Florida wetlands and this time she will be his... -
The Vampire's Quest by Vivi Anna
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAfter escaping from the Otherworld Crime Unit, Kellen Falcon came to Nouveau Monde to crack a rare blood disease. But the European hotbed of temptation yielded sport no vampire could resist--criminologist Sophie St. Clair. And with only days to live, Kellen sought sweet release from her to escape a savage past.The lycan beauty wasn't one to stray from her pact... -
Seeker of Shadows by Nancy Gideon
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSusanna Duchamps risks discovery in New Orleans to settle a debt and to temporarily escape the controlled constraints of her place among the Chosen. What she, seeker of shadows, finds is an opportunity to make miraculous strides with her research into Shifter genetics . . . and an unexpected, though never forgotten, link to her complicated past... -
Shifter's Claim by A.C. Arthur
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHalf man, half animal, a Shadow Shifter is sworn to protect females—human or otherwise—from the savage fury of his own nature… Rich, handsome, and successful—hotel magnate Sebastian "Bas" Perry could have any woman he desires. But despite his animal attraction to women, he avoids relationships at all costs. As a Shadow Shifter, he must defend innocent humans from the deadliest of his kind... -
Prince of Shadows by Nancy Gideon
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA gentle lady held hostage in a deadly play for power, Kendra Terriot’s only means of survival for herself and her family is to play to a careful courtship game. The one she chooses from the dangerous Terriot heirs will inherit the coveted crown, but the one she longs to have rescue her belongs to another... -
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The Jaguar's Beach Bride by Zoe Chant
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA BBW shop owner in a bind + a sexy jaguar shifter returned to town + the threat of a ruthless loan shark = a love story that will be sure to make a wave! Mina Kinney loves working at her little store down by the beach, but now she owes money she doesn’t have... -
Bearing Your Soul by Zoe Chant
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA shy BBW who’s been burned by love + a sexy veteran bear shifter + a family code of silence = one sizzling hot romance that defies all odds! Curvy receptionist Teagan Jones tells herself she’s happy with her life. Sure, her boss is a little sleazy, but it’s nothing she can’t handle. And sure, her last relationship was a disaster, but she’s just fine with being single...Categorized as:
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Malevolence by Devyn Dawson
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Phelan Pack has found out the vampires are planning on outing the supernatural world to humans. Pru and Dolly are in Paris to recover from the loss of their alpha and mate. Pru and her new bodyguard Gus are finding Paris is full of vampires and obstacles that are unexpected. Abel has grown into a man and facing decisions that will change the future for packs around the world... -
Bear for Her by Samantha Leal
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWelcome to the small mountain town of Lone Reach … Single Mom Chloe is looking for a fresh start with her adorable daughter Harper when she leaves Bridge Hollow in the dead of night and finds herself caught in a frightening avalanche in the middle of the wilderness! Lucky for them, damaged alpha bear Mason is also out for a late night drive, and comes to their rescue, helping them out of the... -
Misha by Kathi S. Barton
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“I’m Misha. Say it please. I want to hear you say my name.” Her breathless reply had him grinning. “Not Mr. Lanning. Misha. Say it, Hannah. Say my name so I can kiss you properly.”“I don’t know how. Know how to kiss at all.” He brushed his mouth over hers, happy with her confession. “You should stop now... -
Dark Nights Dangerous Men by Elisabeth Naughton, Cynthia Eden
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratings6 Bestselling Authors, 6 Sexy Reads…From romantic suspense to paranormal romance; from a full length novel to a bite sized novella, whatever you're looking for, we've got the story for you!Stolen Fury by Elisabeth Naughton (Word count: 100,000)To unearth a centuries-old secret, an archaeologist must team up with the rakish thief who's stolen both an ancient relic and her heart..Categorized as:
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