Books like 'Denial'
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Unwanted by Marley Valentine
Rated: 5.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTwo halves of a whole, Arlo Bishop and I were both unwanted kids brought together by the foster system. Dealing with the aftermath of neglect and abandonment, we grew up side by side and found solace in one another.We wanted.We needed.We loved.Desperately.But somewhere along the way, Arlo wanted and needed and loved drugs more. So, I did the only thing I could and broke my own heart to save his... -
Beneath the Stain - Part Seven by Amy Lane
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe one lesson that Trav's learned with the band's return to Tyson is that it should be hard to say good-bye. Mackey, Kell, Jefferson, and Stevie have to say good-bye to the person who helped make them and break them. They have to say good-bye to their bitterness and anger, and they have to say good-bye to lingering hope that one of the best parts of their childhood can be with them always... -
Summer Sweat by Daryl Banner, Golden Czermak
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEx-football player and town sweetheart Harrisonprepares for another hot summertending to the Strong farm. All he wants to do iswork hard, care for the animals, and enjoy thepeace and quiet of the Spruce, Texas countryside... -
The Forever and The Now by K.J .
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBron McIntyre, forty-two, has it all together. Terrific job. Loving family. No desperate need for a girlfriend but would be interested if one came along. Bron McIntyre is Teflon.Kate Agostino, forty-eight, is not Teflon. Yes, she has a terrific job. But a loving family? Not really. And her personal life is rapidly disintegrating and turning into dust... -
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Serenity by Janet Nissenson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMatthew Bennett has suffered the worst sort of betrayal a man can ever know, and he’s trying to put his life back together after years of unhappiness and emotional neglect... -
The Steady by Kelly Fox
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHot for teacher? No.Hot for teacher's widower? Maybe a little more than I should be.I merely meant to comfort Ren, to help him find steady ground in the middle of an ocean of pain. It was supposed to be a one-time thing.Only… our chemistry, set ablaze by our extreme size and age differences, was something neither of us had experienced before... -
Spindrift by Anna Burke
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsCan a hot summer fling mend the hearts of two broken women?Morgan Donovan had everything she ever wanted: a dream job as a large animal veterinarian, awesome friends, and a loving and supportive fiancée. But it all comes crashing down when her fiancée dumps her after realizing that Morgan’s job will always come first... -
Finding Me by Mariah Dietz
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsI came here to escape. Leave the debris and avoid the inevitable truths. Things are better. Worse. Different. I’m finding me, but in the process I fear I’m forgetting those I have left, and the ones who have left me. Maybe I’m losing who I was... -
Gray For You by Spencer Spears
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsI might be your fantasy. But I’m nobody’s forever… Gray: I’m not the kind of guy you take home to meet your mother. I’m an ex-adult film star with a GED and a giant co...llection of movie credits I can’t talk about in polite company. I might be good at helping other guys get their happy endings, but I’ve more or less given up on finding one of my own. Until Tyler Lang walks into my life... -
Behind Her Eyes by Melissa Tereze
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsA STEAMY AGE-GAP ROMANCEAll it takes is one cold lie to ruin the recipe for a perfect love…Five years ago, Abi was in culinary school and dreaming of working at Adley’s, a Michelin-starred restaurant, and for its equally delectable owner. Instead, she’s alone, broke, and out of friendly couches to sleep on. Her only direction…rock bottom.Abi’s in a mess, but it’s her mess, and she plans to fix it... -
Love Hurts by Aiden Bates, Ali Lyda
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJun’s not better than me, but we might be perfect together.Jun’s been a thorn in my side for years. Its only gotten worse since we’re both going after the same promotion. Being in the same room with him makes my heart pound. It’s anger, I can’t let it be anything else. My family expects me to be the best. I have to earn this promotion and prove that belong on top... -
Be Our Guest by CJ Bishop
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBlood is just blood. Family ties are knit in the heart and strengthened by love. With most of whom they consider ‘family’ already right there within their tight-knit circle, the Phoenix couples begin to look beyond that circle and contemplate those from the past who rejected and hurt them. Deep down, Dane longs for reconciliation with his parents... -
Shaun's Salvation by K.C. Wells
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRomance is the last thing Shaun wants, but what if it’s exactly what he needs – and deserves?A selfless son barely holding onShaun doesn’t have much of a life. When he’s not working in the restaurant in Portland, Maine, he’s home looking after his dad, who has dementia... -
Anika takes the long way home up soul mountain: A lesbian romance by Eliza Andrews
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratings** On sale for 99c for a limited time! **You can’t outrun your past. If you try, it will chase after you in a silver DeLorean. The last thing Anika Singh wants is to go home to Ohio, but when her mother is diagnosed with cancer, what choice does she really have? She’ll go home if she has to, but she won’t stay long... -
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Claire and the Lady Billionaire 7 by Giselle Fox
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBook 7 in Claire and Camille’s epic love storyClaire and Camille must find a way through the wreckage that brother Bryce left behind with his bombshell tape release. With the media pounding outside its doors, a crisis ensues at Vermillion Global just as Camille is forced to take the reigns. Johnathon is confined to his home in secrecy and Claire must decide where she is needed most... -
Everything Has Changed by Addison Clarke
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen Sophia Beauchamp is offered a lecture spot at a literary conference in Paris, she is more than ready to head back to her hometown. She has a list of things she wants to show her longtime girlfriend, Emily Crawford, and the two are excited about their Parisian vacation... -
Work Rules: A Breaking the Rules Novel by Jacki James
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNathan Davenport’s past has taught him an important lesson that lead to his main dating rule: never date anyone you work with. He hasn’t had any problems keeping that rule. He’s the kind of guy men just want to play with for a night, but no one wants to keep forever. At least no one ever has until Alex. Alex Doyle knows one thing... -
It Ended with the Truth by Lisa Suzanne
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen Brian Fox finally tells the truth, it costs him everything. His company. His friends. The girl he loves. He’s forced to start over, and it’s his brother who once again steps in. Working for a record label isn’t how he imagined his life when he owned a successful company, and life on the road only makes him long for everything the truth cost him... -
Journey's End by A.E. Radley
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNewly-retired Olivia Lewis is throwing herself into married life and aiming to be a domestic goddess before the first week is over. In a reversal of roles, Emily finds herself commuting from New York to London every week in order to realise her dreams of becoming a professional scriptwriter... -
The Gardener by Charles Reeza
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAdam is an introvert. He lives alone and he's doing everything he can to keep it that way. "I prefer plants to people," he tells his only friend, Donna. "It's just the way I am." An accountant by day, he spends his free time tending his impressive garden and reading grim 19th century novels from the private library in his Victorian house... -
Communion by Ella James
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFinally, he's mine, and I can say that out in public.Luke McDowell, one of the most beloved public figures in America, is my forever. At least that's what we said.But love is different in the harsh glare of the spotlight. Sometimes it feels like the whole world's against us. Now our unofficial honeymoon is over. Luke is back at Evermore, trying to live the life he had before he met me... -
Honestly Yours by Jaime Reese
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe truth hurts. But in the end, honesty wins. Or does it? Warren Prescott loves a challenge. He knows how to play the game and adapts when necessary to succeed in his cutthroat world. Tired of pining for a man he’s wanted for months, Warren intends to seal the deal. Until that man throws him an endearing curveball…Be honest.Gian Benedetti doesn’t play games... -
Forever by Kindle Alexander
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsDr. Robert Adams grew up with more advantages than most, the son of a former vice president, he had two loving fathers, a twin sister he adores and wonderfully doting grandparents. Life is good until one afternoon when his dreams flat-line. And no scalpel can repair the guilt and grief he carries with him for the first time in his life... -
Lawless by R.G. Alexander
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFrom New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author R.G. Alexander, Book 8 in the Finn Factor Series Who says love isn’t Lawless? Chief Solomon Finn needed a change. After leaving the force to help his family and think about his future, it doesn't take him long to figure out what it is that he's been missing. Hugo Wayne... -
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Suffocate: A Senses Series Novel by Xavier Neal
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsER Nurse, Luke Hart, is known for his desire to take care of others and his need to be in control at all times. However, Stuart Ducane knows exactly which buttons to push to make sure Luke relinquishes both. When the chance comes for them to take their delicate friendship that's coated in secret desires to the next level, the timing isn't convenient and neither are the circumstances... -
Close Protection Ficlets (Close Protection) by Cordelia Kingsbridge
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA collection of ficlets set in the Close Protection universe... -
High Rise: The Complete Collection by Harper Bliss
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFour women. One building. A million complications. High Rise is a series of lesbian erotic romance novellas focusing on four women who live in The Ivy, the ‘sexiest building in Hong Kong’. Alex, a local gym instructor. Her room mate Nat, a celebrated American writer who moved to Hong Kong for love. Their upstairs neighbour Maddie, a workaholic investment banker... -
First Christmas: Marcus and Thomas Christmas Vignette by Joey W. Hill
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMarcus and Thomas from Rough Canvas celebrate their first Christmas together as a married couple.Found on the Joey W. Hill fan forum:http://www.jwhconnection.com/forums/t...Also found at:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1d.. -
Trail Magic: A Lesbian Romance by Cara Malone
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTrail magic (noun). An unexpected gift bestowed on long-distance hikers. Raven is two years cancer-free on the day she arrives on the Appalachian Trail, ready to prove to the world that she’s more than just a breast cancer survivor. She’s still Raven, and she’s strong enough to tackle the 2,000-mile journey. Kit shows up with nothing but a hastily-packed bag and a new pair of hiking boots... -
Strollers and Swings by Erica Lee
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLesbian romance writer, Laurel Lake (Kinsley Harper-Scott), knows there is no such thing as a happily ever after in real life. She expected there would always be ups and downs, but what she didn't expect was for marriage to be THIS hard... -
Dreads & Crew Cuts by Sammi Cee
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWelcome to Takoda Outreach Center. Prepare yourself for open hearts, a full belly, and all the love you can handle. When my homophobic, racist father caused a scene at my high school graduation, nobody was surprised, especially me. Getting kicked out the same day? Not a surprise either... -
Until Now by Kate Hawthorne
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWyatt and Grant still aren't allowed to want each other.In the midst of a divorce he should have seen coming from the start, Wyatt finds himself back in North Edgewood, back at his dad's house, back next door to Grant Harding... -
The Lost Prince by Harper Fox
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLaurie and Sasha have built a bright new world. It’s taken two years, but now Sasha is working for the Romanian embassy, and Laurie is landing theatre roles he once could only have dreamed of. Best of all, they’ve spent each day of those two years enjoying the love they snatched from the jaws of Sasha’s dangerous, violent past... -
Faith's Crossing by Carrie L. Carr
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn the sequel to Destiny's Bridge, new lovers Lexington Walters and Amanda Cauble have withstood many things to be together. When Amanda decides to move to Texas for good, she goes back to her family's California home to get the rest of her things, taking Lex with her. Even though her parents have never understood her "lifestyle", they've not exactly fought against it... -
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Claire and the Lady Billionaire 3 by Giselle Fox
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA Fun and Sexy Lesbian Romance (Book Three)Camille's departure looms near and Claire must face the reality that her affair with the beautiful billionaire is coming to an end. Nevermind that her MBA program begins in a matter of weeks.The lovers grand finale weekend in the city takes a very unexpected turn when Claire meets someone new and witnesses something scandalous... -
Indulge Me by Beth Bolden
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThroughout the restaurant industry, Chef Bastian Aquino is a notorious control freak. For two very long years, Kian Reynolds has worked for Bastian as his special assistant, doing whatever he and his restaurant needs. The toughest part isn’t even all the impossible tasks he expects Kian to complete flawlessly—it’s the hopeless, endless love he feels for his older boss... -
Picture Love: An MM Brother's Best Friend Age Gap Romance by A.F. Zoelle
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFelix MurphyMy friend’s hot older brother agrees to play tour guide for me in Paris, so I know I’m in for the trip of a lifetime. The best part is that Arsène is a shameless flirt who gives my vivid imagination all kinds of naughty ideas. My lack of a filter always gets me into trouble, but at least this time it’s the fun kind.Going home alone with a broken heart as a souvenir would suck... -
C Is for Comfort by Colette Davison
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA single dad, a doctor, and a one-night-stand. Is there room in their lives and hearts for one another? Corey Stress is my middle name. I'm a single dad and a newly qualified teacher, so it’s hard to find time for myself. What I didn't expect from an adult party is a man who allows me to relax fully... -
Scandal by Gianni Holmes
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLove’s true test sometimes is a scandal.Charles knows his affair with August is the most scandalous thing he’s ever done. It has the potential to ruin his relationship with the people who matter most to him. Worse, the expiration date he’s tacked on their affair has lost its meaning since he’s gone and fallen in love with his Sir.August believes there’s a future for him and Charles... -
Wanted: Hot Daddy by Sammi Cee
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHayden thinks he’s unlovable. I think he’s feisty and fun. Hayden knows he isn’t special enough to find love. He’s been through an abundance of men and no one’s stuck. When The Tap Tavern has their first Daddy/boy night, he makes an appearance with low expectations and an even worse attitude. Waylan is a Daddy who’s given up on searching for a boy of his own... -
Handle With Care by Michele L. Rivera
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNewly divorced Quinn Gellar is rebuilding her life—something she never thought she’d be doing in her forties. A creature of habit, she’s trying to embrace change and go with the unexpected. But when the unexpected appears to her in the form of an alluring bartender, Quinn becomes uncertain of exactly how much change she’s ready to embrace.Theo Harrington isn’t much of a planner... -
FOG[电竞] by Man Man He Qi Duo, 漫漫何其多
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratings现代电竞+男神VS男神医疗师攻X突击手受【主角配角均无原型,谢谢大家】---Yu Sui and Shi Luo met each other when they were much younger. One was a pro-gamer, a widely-renowned, best of the best, in-game medic. The other was an e-sports newcomer who was just starting out. The two originally played for the same team, during which their relationship became increasingly deep.But things did not go as expected... -
Reid's Lost Cap by Della Cain, Kaytea Kat
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsReid lost his cap and found his new daddy.When I inherit my house, I don’t expect any feels. The house belonged to an uncle I’d met exactly one time over twenty years ago. But when I open the door to the spare bedroom, I’m hit with a time capsule, one that teaches me more about my late mother than I’ve ever known. There’s even a baseball cap she bought for me when she was pregnant... -
Colby's Lost Binky by Della Cain, Kaytea Kat
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsColby lost his binky and found his new daddy.Once upon a time, I had it all—a daddy who loved me, a nursery filled with all the toys I could ever want, and a job that made a difference. Only my daddy didn’t love me—not really.When I catch him with another man who happens to be my boss, I leave without a second’s thought. I’m worth more than that. So is my rent... -
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Until Jude by Briar Prescott
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI'm the first one to tell you doing the right thing has never been high on my list of priorities.Same goes for respecting the law. And ethics in general.It's more like guidelines anyway.Until him.Jude Riley.I invite myself into his life and refuse to leave. I know it's wrong. I know I shouldn't.I do anyway.It's never meant to turn into anything serious.It's never supposed to matter.Until it does... -
Carly's Sound by Ali Vali
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIs passion still possible the second time around? Poppy Valente has the world in the palm of her hand until fate steals from her the one thing that matters most – her wife Carly. When breast cancer ends their life together, Poppy finds herself at a loss as to how to begin to live again... -
The Red Carpet by J.A. Armstrong
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIt's been six months since that fateful Saturday afternoon when Emma Bronson collided with Addison Blake. There have been more than a few changes. Addison has sold her first screenplay and Emma has moved onto some new projects as well. But, there are realities in Tinseltown. The love affair between Addy and Emma has heated up, and the two are nearly inseparable behind closed doors... -
Code Red by Max Walker
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCaleb Forester, a charming nurse with a trademarked smile, is having a fine time at life. He left a terrible situation and found himself in a much better one at Sierra View, and for that, he was constantly grateful. He would have been perfectly fine without any waves rocking his boat. Everything was just… fine. Red Miller is the actor everyone wants to see on the big screen... -
Once Burned by Alexa Land
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCameron Doyle is an arson investigator who’s learned he can’t trust anyone. Ignacio Mondelvano is an artist with a secret that could tear them apart. A year ago, shy, quiet Cameron had his trust shattered by a sociopath who used him to gain information on an arson case... -
Finding Home by Jamey Moody
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsASIN B089T81STS moved to the more recent editionHow do you find something you didn’t know you’d lost?Olivia King has had it. She’s out of shape and tired of being alone. When she takes a tour of a fitness center, she had no idea how much she would gain while trying to lose.Frankie Dean and her two best friends own Your Way, a place where fitness means more than improving your body...
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