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Tall, Dark and Irresistible by Erika Wilde
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA complete stand-alone story, TALL, DARK & IRRESISTIBLE is a fun, flirty swoon-worthy romance! When it comes to love and happily ever after, Leo Stone is a disbeliever. Having been left at the altar by the one woman he thought he'd spend the rest of his life with, he's vowed to keep his heart to himself and enjoy the one thing he knows won't affect his emotions . . . hot, dirty sex...Categorized as:
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![Taken by Storm by K.M. Neuhold]()
Taken by Storm by K.M. Neuhold
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsChef Storm is moody, antisocial...and he just asked me to be his fake boyfriend.Most people on the island avoid the hot-tempered chef, but he doesn't scare me. Sure, he's prickly, but I've also caught him feeding a stray cat, so I know there's more to him than the sky-high, barbed-wire fence he's built around himself... -
![Dearest Malachi Keogh by N.R. Walker]()
Dearest Malachi Keogh by N.R. Walker
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsJulian Pollard never believed in love at first sight. That was until he met Malachi Keogh. Well, maybe it wasn’t love at first sight, but it sure was something.Julian had forgotten how to live, how to be happy, and Malachi changed all that. Now together for four years, Julian wants to give Malachi a Christmas he’ll never forget... -
![Tight Hold by Lisa Suzanne]()
Tight Hold by Lisa Suzanne
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe pro football player I’m faking a relationship with has the perfect solution to my career woes. He’s encouraging me to lean into the pseudo-celebrity life I was born into instead of trying to outrun it, and for the first time in my life, someone sees me for me.I feel like he’s falling for me, too.And then my ex shows up... -
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![Another Motherfaker by Willow Aster, Laura Pavlov]()
Another Motherfaker by Willow Aster, Laura Pavlov
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratings...Categorized as:
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![Tight Spot by Lisa Suzanne]()
Tight Spot by Lisa Suzanne
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI don’t date football players.I’m not interested in the ones who are a decade older than me. I want nothing to do with the ones who play on the same team as my brothers, and I certainly avoid the ones who spend more time in strip clubs than kids’ clubs... -
![Cougar by M.A. Foster]()
Cougar by M.A. Foster
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAt eighteen, I met a man.A man who turned my world upside down and made me the center of his.He claimed us meeting was fate. I agreed.I was the damsel in distress, and he was my white knight.I became his princess, and he was my prince charming.He gave me the fairy tale.The dream.Until fate circled around and turned my dream into a living nightmare... -
![Una perfecta confusión by América Rodas]()
Una perfecta confusión by América Rodas
Rated: 4.28 of 5 stars · 18 ratings«Conocerte fue descubrir un género musical diferente al que suelo escuchar, pero que al final me terminó gustando.»La vida de Andy está rodeada de decisiones. Jugar verdad o reto, declararse o no, el casillero tres o el cuatro, ser honesto con sus emociones o reprimir lo que siente... -
![Object of My Desire by R.L. Kenderson]()
Object of My Desire by R.L. Kenderson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA romance author, a cover model, a book signing … a crush. Ordinary women like me know we shouldn’t fall for beautiful men like Travis Zehler, one of the hottest cover models in romance fiction. But, sometimes, we can’t help ourselves. When I meet him at a book signing, my attraction to him is instant. I’m infatuated, and I can’t stop thinking about him... -
![Submission by Carly Marie]()
Submission by Carly Marie
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEverything Dean knows about himself is about to change. Dean’s friends see him as a genius who’s confident, successful, and Dominant. What they don’t see are insecurities that he’s hidden for years. An accident nearly took his life and left him scarred and in pain. His walls keep his secrets safe, but also prevent him from being the Daddy he once was... -
![Sweet Thing by Cassie-Ann L. Miller]()
Sweet Thing by Cassie-Ann L. Miller
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsMistake #1: Thinking I could be ‘just friends’ with Dr. Heartbreak.Mistake #2: Believing I could let him swipe my V-Card without catching feelings.But giving him my heart would be my biggest mistake of all.I have no business getting involved with Felix Brighton.I’ve seen the way he moves through our small town...Categorized as:
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![She'll Steal Your Heart by Rachel Lacey]()
She'll Steal Your Heart by Rachel Lacey
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA thief seeking redemption forms an unlikely connection with a former lawyer looking for a fresh start of her own, but what starts as friendship soon feels like much more…Last year, Lauren Booker fled New York with a warrant out for her arrest. Now she’s back and ready to make amends for her crime. She wants to rebuild her life, and Brooklyn is home... -
![Jingle Bells & Mistletoe by Sammi Cee]()
Jingle Bells & Mistletoe by Sammi Cee
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJonathan watched all of his friends fall in love, get married, and grow their families. All he’s ever wanted is a relationship as wonderful as the one his parents have always had... -
![Liner Notes, A Lair Novel by A.M. Madden]()
Liner Notes, A Lair Novel by A.M. Madden
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrom USA Today bestselling author, A.M. Madden comes a stand-alone rock star romance. She's my, gorgeous, older, feisty agent... and I have no business wanting her. Who could have predicted you'd walk into my life? Ruined me in the best and worst of ways. . -
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![My New Year Fling by Serenity Woods]()
My New Year Fling by Serenity Woods
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLove Comes Later: Book 2A ‘holiday fling’ romanceJessI’ve made so many mistakes in my life, I’m sure I’m in the book of Guinness World Records, and unfortunately, this year has proved no exception. Telling my boss’s wife that we were having an affair was probably the biggest mistake, but the lying bastard broke my heart, so I don’t regret it... -
![Not As Planned by Harlow James]()
Not As Planned by Harlow James
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“So you’re single?” “Are you seriously hitting on me right now while I have breastmilk all over my shirt?”When Grant Thomas, the handsome stranger standing in front of me in line at the coffee shop, stripped his uniform shirt off and handed it to me, I could have sworn I was on an episode of Punked...Categorized as:
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![Love in Disguise by Dana LeCheminant]()
Love in Disguise by Dana LeCheminant
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsKit Morgan has always hated change—he’s as steady as they come.At least, that’s what his friends think. Feeling trapped by a routine he never wanted but everyone expects, Kit is almost glad when his life suddenly falls apart—especially when it leads to him running into his middle school girlfriend, Skyler, who happens to need a fake fiancé for a family reunion...Categorized as:
fake-relationship found-family humor romance contemporary womens-fiction fiction comedy -
![Everything Has Changed by Addison Clarke]()
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... -
![Under Your Influence by J.L. Caid, Jaxson Kidman]()
Under Your Influence by J.L. Caid, Jaxson Kidman
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMy boyfriend dumped me on February 13th. How lucky, right?No worries, I have my revenge planned. He's with another woman and my plans are going to be 'shattering.'That is, until a cop stops me. And not only does he stop me from what is probably a felony, he makes my heart skip a beat and makes me forget how to breathe.Before I know it I'm spilling everything to him. He keeps me out of jail..Categorized as:
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![Starting Over by Alexa Land]()
Starting Over by Alexa Land
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsColt Matthews is trying to find his way in the world. His friends are getting married, finding rewarding careers, and moving forward with their lives. Meanwhile, twenty-one-year-old Colt is still trying to figure out who he is and what he wants out of life. About the only thing he knows for sure is that he’s undeniably drawn to his friend Ren, despite their age difference... -
![Bigger Rock by Lauren Blakely]()
Bigger Rock by Lauren Blakely
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsOnce upon a time there was a cocky, confident, die-hard bachelor living it up in New York City. He was clever and charming, and he'd been living the good life. Then, one special woman -- one very sassy, confident, and fantastic woman -- knocked him on his butt, thanks to love that came out of the blue. Take that story and multiply it by four... -
![Rules of Engagement by Brigham Vaughn]()
Rules of Engagement by Brigham Vaughn
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsRule #1: Don't fall in love with your best friend's brotherAfter Anders Lindholm lost his wife and baby daughter in a car accident, he knew he’d never find love like that again.Hockey, routines, and his team are all that have kept him going since.But as he approaches forty, an injury makes him consider what life after retirement will be like... -
![Deeply Hers by Nichole Rose]()
Deeply Hers by Nichole Rose
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsGideon's Story. Coming Soon.The Carmichael brothers have it a booming business, brotherhood, and a life of luxury. But these bossy bodyguards don't have time for love until it hits them right in the heart... -
![All That Matters by Felice Stevens]()
All That Matters by Felice Stevens
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNico Andretti knows one thing is Love is for fools.Being a tour bus guide in Times Square isn’t his dream job and he yearns for more than living in his mother’s basement apartment, but life is tough in the big city.At least the men on the bus are eye-candy galore, and they’re one and done... -
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![Teddy by Emmy Sanders]()
Teddy by Emmy Sanders
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsWaking up married is bad enough. Having feelings for my husband? Pure disaster. TeddyI wasn’t looking for attachments. I certainly wasn’t looking to get drunkenly hitched to my coworker’s best friend, the very man I’ve been denying an attraction to for over a year...Categorized as:
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![Rules to Obey by Susan Hawke]()
Rules to Obey by Susan Hawke
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsDavey’s Rule #83: Daddy will encourage his boy to be the best he can be and be supportive of his boy’s career choices. Marcus Alves has waited most of his adult life to find the perfect match. A sweetheart who will love cuddles, need a Daddy to help him thrive, and most importantly… be the type of boy that might want to use the binky that Marcus keeps hidden in his pocket... -
![Heart2Heart: A Charity Anthology by May Archer, Charlie Cochet]()
Heart2Heart: A Charity Anthology by May Archer, Charlie Cochet
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsOnce upon a time, a bunch of M/M authors wondered… What if a dating app that guaranteed you a love match broke down just in time for Valentine’s Day? What if you found yourself on a blind date with a random guy who might be your opposite in every single way? It could be a disaster. Or… When the code breaks down, fate just might take over... -
![Dane by Kate Oliver]()
Dane by Kate Oliver
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSummerReturning to her home town was supposed to be temporary. But things change when she realizes her mom needs her help. And when her old high school crush who lives next door finds her on the front porch crying, everything changes. It all feels like a dream come true. At least until reality sets in...Categorized as:
found-family age-gap friends-to-lovers humor romance small-town forced-proximity contemporary -
![Flash by K.M. Neuhold]()
Flash by K.M. Neuhold
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsLewis tattoos himself on my brain instantly. Too bad this whole situation is about to get messier than spilled ink. LewisClingy, needy, Too MuchJust a few choice words from men who never deserved me anyway.I'm not going to make the same mistakes again though. I plan to ride the motorcycle hottie of my dreams just until we both get bored... -
![Sweet & Rich by Samantha Whiskey]()
Sweet & Rich by Samantha Whiskey
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsI’m Luna Josling, owner of Sweet Water’s most popular clothing boutique and known as an all-around shy artist. And after I catch my long-term boyfriend cheating on me in a totally humiliating way, I’m more than ready to escape my small town for a while...Categorized as:
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![Always You: Book 6 of the Fated Hearts Series by Aimee Nicole Walker]()
Always You: Book 6 of the Fated Hearts Series by Aimee Nicole Walker
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsI’d often felt lost in the shadow of my older brother, Sebastian Blake. People either ran from me in fear or tried to use me to get to him. In my struggle to forge my own path, I’d taken a wrong turn a time or two, which nearly cost me my life... -
![Convincing Cole by Jaclyn Quinn]()
Convincing Cole by Jaclyn Quinn
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsCole Sullivan Life's been pretty amazing. Moving back to my hometown of Coral Pointe Inlet and opening Shore Thing Management with my four best friends is the best decision I've ever made. Falling back into old habits with an ex? Not so much... -
![Owen by Jacki James]()
Owen by Jacki James
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsFake dates only turn into real love in the movies, right?Owen Flynn never expected to get an invite to his former boy’s wedding, and he sure didn’t have any intention of showing up alone. Enter Keegan Richards.Keegan had always found Owen attractive, but he had never seriously considered dating a man... -
![Five Day Fiancé by Mickey Miller]()
Five Day Fiancé by Mickey Miller
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsTwo hearts. One Wedding. Five Days. My name is Allison Jenkins and I need a fiancé for five days. I know how desperate that sounds, because it is. You see, after my college boyfriend and I broke up, he recovered swiftly, and is now — gasp — engaged to someone else. Our group of friends from college are going to Cancún for a five day destination wedding of our mutual friend this spring...Categorized as:
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![Fixing Little Red by Izaia Winter]()
Fixing Little Red by Izaia Winter
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsOne little mistake was all it took to land little Red in the hospital. Red never thought his weekend project of assembling his new playscape with his best friend would lead to a broken arm, a quick ride in an ambulance, and the chance meeting with the man of his dreams. It’s too bad he’s not a Daddy... -
![Live Wire by E. Davies]()
Live Wire by E. Davies
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAdam: I might be into guys. Do you have any idea how terrifying that is? I've already run halfway across the country to get away from my abusive parents, and I really want to experiment, but I can't even hook up without scaring myself away. I might look confident on the outside, but this is tearing me apart. Then my new roomie wins a trip for two to a gay resort in Hawaii... -
![Mac: Training Days Book 5 by J.D. Light]()
Mac: Training Days Book 5 by J.D. Light
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCan a gorgeous man who actually makes a living as a model ever have feelings for our twerking maintenance... -
![Cinderella Proposal by Harley Grace]()
Cinderella Proposal by Harley Grace
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDavid wasn’t expecting his ex to be at his friend’s wedding—especially not as the groom.Six months ago, David’s relationship disintegrated, but when a colleague invites him to his wedding at the newest gay-friendly island resort right off the coast of Florida, he sees his chance to put himself back out there. It turns out groom number two is none other than his ex-boyfriend... -
![Got Me Looking by Casey Cox]()
Got Me Looking by Casey Cox
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA jilted groom and a guy who doesn’t believe in monogamy fall in love? Yeah. Right.After getting cheated on at my own goddamn wedding, I’m through with men. I’m approaching fifty, and all I’ve ever wanted is to settle down, get married, and live happily ever after. But yeah, that hasn’t exactly worked out great for me.The last person I expect to understand me is Tate... -
![Pastor's Prize by Kirsten Osbourne]()
Pastor's Prize by Kirsten Osbourne
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRikki Dobson has spent her whole life living in her famous sister’s shadow. When she moves to Culpepper, Wyoming to recover from a harrowing experience, it’s the last place in the world she expects to find love. Working at a bakery with three loving women makes life easier, but she’s still afraid of the world around her... -
![Faking by Sean Ashcroft]()
Faking by Sean Ashcroft
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA leaked sex tape. A fake relationship. A return home.Ryder swore he was never going back to Otter Bay after leaving at seventeen, but when his life is set on fire in LA, he finds himself ducking into a cozy café on Main Street with his tail between his legs.Unfortunately, he also finds that his best friend, the first boy he ever had a crush on, grew up hot... -
![Plaything by Colette Davison]()
Plaything by Colette Davison
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCan being Beau’s housemate and plaything, transform into forever love?A one-night stand with my housemate wasn’t the best idea, but that doesn’t stop me from wanting seconds.Beau is unexpectedly everything I want. He respects me and accepts me the way I am. He takes charge but relinquishes control to me when I feel the need.Nothing’s ever simple... -
![Catch Him If You Can by Jennifer Shirk]()
Catch Him If You Can by Jennifer Shirk
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsVeterinarian Wade Roberts is done with love. But try convincing the elderly folk of Cape Harmony who are determined to play matchmaker. Now the young single women in town are bombarding him with baked goods and love notes, and being “taken” is the only way to stop the meddling grannies—which is why he needs a fake fiancée. Fast. Arden Pearson loves planning weddings... -
![Webber by J.D. Light]()
Webber by J.D. Light
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsKeller Peters lives to piss off his uppity mother. What could the woman expect who judges people by their careers instead of their heart? It's one thing for her to criticize his career as a life couch to those trying to get off drugs and be productive citizens in the world. He could handle her... -
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![A Very Merry Krewmas by Nicky James]()
A Very Merry Krewmas by Nicky James
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe snow is falling, the bells are ringing, and Krew is ready to celebrate the holidays with all his friends by throwing the most fabulous Krewmas party of the century! There will be… -thirty sprigs of mistletoe (Ireland will be there, need I say more?); -a tree full of sexy mermen (No explanations required.); -a promiscuous Elf on the Shelf (Max can’t wrap his head around this one... -
![Love Practice by A.F. Zoelle]()
Love Practice by A.F. Zoelle
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWren FerresDoes anyone know how to make Prince Charming fall in love with you? I’m asking for a friend.…yeah, that friend is me. I’m secretly a little in love with my best friend and roommate. Okay, I’m a lot in love with him. Like, truly, madly, deeply in love with him. But it’s not my fault! He’s hot, French, and laughs at all my stupid jokes...Categorized as:
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![Our Love: The Story by M.A. Innes]()
Our Love: The Story by M.A. Innes
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen had his whole life become so miserable?Bishop knew something had to change when the only bright spots in his life were his online friends. So when a chance to visit one came out of the blue, he knew it was fate…and fate had a plan that involved the guys at his favorite online store, Leashes & Lace... -
![Garret's Game by Daryl Banner]()
Garret's Game by Daryl Banner
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrom Amazon Bestselling Author Daryl Banner comes the fourth and FINAL book in his SIZZLING new summer series! "It is an important game. And my final one. Because I’ll get what I want at last." GARRET My dominant, powerful, handsome boss Mr. Kevin Kingston is about to take me on a business trip where I will be waiting on him hand and foot, and catering to his every need... -
![Sharkbait by Erin Mallon]()
Sharkbait by Erin Mallon
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMy name is Louise and I’m a serial-monogamist marine biologist.Try saying that five times fast.Fresh out of an awful relationship and tired of always doing the right thing, this girl is finally saying “screw it” and having herself a meaningless fling.Here’s the thing about flings though: they only work if you keep feelings out of the equation... -
![Don't Date a DILF by D.J. Jamison]()
Don't Date a DILF by D.J. Jamison
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI have one rule to live by: Don't Date a DILF.I've seen the consequences of blurring the boundaries between teaching life and dating life, and I'm not about to take that kind of risk.But I didn't count on Hunter Rhodes walking into my school. Never expected that the broad-shouldered, stubble-jawed, absolute glory of a man would be such a sweet and caring father...Categorized as:
age-gap fake-relationship friends-to-lovers lgbtq romance mlm contemporary small-town
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