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Ribbonwood by Ruby Landers
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsLara Bennett is world-famous in Ribbonwood, population 907. She’s the woman you don't trust your husband with: a real-life femme fatale. If there’s a scandal in town, she’s at the center of it, ruining businesses, marriages, and egos everywhere she goes, with her sharp tongue and that body that makes you look twice... -
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Destination You: An Age-Gap Lesbian Romance by J.J. Arias
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFantasy Becomes Reality in this Super Steamy Age-Gap, Ice Queen RomanceWhen 27-year-old free-spirit Taylor Lopez flies back to Miami to attend her high school reunion, she doesn’t expect to run into Mrs. Alonso — her former history teacher — at the airport... -
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Truth and Measure by Telanu
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Devil Wears Prada fanfiction:Andy doesn't leave Miranda in Paris, and learns that a single decision can change your life. But the main thing about decisions? You don't get to stop with one... -
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An Unexpected Fate by Skye Von Triessen
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDr. Miranda Hayes never anticipated finding herself in a relationship with a woman, but her undeniable attraction to Lane Remington was too powerful to resist. As she surrenders to this unexpected connection, Miranda is forced to confront new facets of her identity... -
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![The Love Conspiracy by J.J. Arias]()
The Love Conspiracy by J.J. Arias
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsCould you fall in love with your husband’s mistress?Forty-year-old Veronica Marin is a force to be reckoned with - a fierce trial lawyer who's always in control, including in her marriage to Gabe. But when a stranger shows up and exposes Gabe's infidelity, Veronica's reality is rocked. Her solution? To track down all of Gabe's unsuspecting partners before filing for divorce... -
![Say Cheese by T.B. Markinson, Miranda MacLeod]()
Say Cheese by T.B. Markinson, Miranda MacLeod
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA spicy age gap romance where one night of passion could lead to a lifetime of love... -
![Vengeance Planning for Amateurs by Lee Winter]()
Vengeance Planning for Amateurs by Lee Winter
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAn offbeat lesbian romantic comedy starring penguins, plotting, and payback.Muffin maker Olivia Roberts has had it with her awful exes taking advantage of her good nature. The theft of her nana’s beloved stuffed penguin is the absolute last straw.She puts up an ad at her local crime bookstore for a henchperson to help her enact a little mild revenge... -
![Hard to Love by K. Bromberg]()
Hard to Love by K. Bromberg
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsNew York Times bestselling author, K. Bromberg, is back with a heartfelt, enemies to lovers romance and a hero who redeems himself to steal your heart . . .He was the one-night stand that didn’t exactly go as planned. Now he’s standing before me as if he’s never seen me naked, telling my manager he’ll take the job. Reluctantly.Finn Sanderson.Sports agent extraordinaire. Handsome as hell... -
![Something's Different by Quinn Ivins]()
Something's Different by Quinn Ivins
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsAn ice queen boss knows there’s something different about her assistant, but she can’t put her finger on it. A fun twin-switch lesbian office romance.Unemployed academic Caitlyn Taylor comes home to family drama. Her carefree twin Chloe plans to ditch her job to visit a guy she met online. Caitlyn steps in to impersonate Chloe so she won’t get fired for skipping town... -
![Purposefully Accidental by G. Benson]()
Purposefully Accidental by G. Benson
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsAn unfortunate accident, an old grudge, and a Sapphic fake romance.Since A-List actress and Hollywood’s sweetheart Wren Acker came out, not only is she at the top of the acting world; she’s also crush number one for her queer fanbase. Loving life, loving her job, loving her cat—everything is fantastic. Except that lack of any kind of private life... -
![Chemistry by Rachael Sommers]()
Chemistry by Rachael Sommers
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsAn opposites-attract, ice queen lesbian romance about finding the softest of hearts behind the highest walls.Newly minted high school teacher Lily Cross is young, bubbly, and can’t wait to put her fresh ideas into practice in the classroom. Her excitement is derailed after a disastrous run-in with a colleague... -
![The Dating Experiment by Briar Prescott]()
The Dating Experiment by Briar Prescott
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsJamie:Three years ago, I sold my soul to the devil.Also known as my boss. Same thing.Here’s the deal. Connor Quinn is arrogant, impossible to please, cold as ice, and prone to find flaws in everything.Since that fatal day three years ago, many a murder plan have been made and many a weapon considered... -
![Crashing into Love by Nicole Pyland]()
Crashing into Love by Nicole Pyland
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSports Series Book #7. This series is related by a sports theme, not by characters.Drew Oakes had her first chance to take home an Olympic gold medal taken away from her when another rider crashed into her in the first race of the competition.Four years later, she is determined to get on that podium, and preferably, at the top of it... -
![Limerence: A MM Rivals to Lovers Ballet Romance by Scarlett Drake]()
Limerence: A MM Rivals to Lovers Ballet Romance by Scarlett Drake
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFelixDancing is everything to me. It’s the mother I lost, the father who never sees me. It’s the fiery love of my life, and I’ll defend it to my last breath—that’s what it means to be the lead principal at one of the best ballet companies in the world. Just when I thought I was on top, my greatest rival—my eternal nemesis—waltzes back into my Nicoló Savini... -
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![Discovering Nicola by Clare Ashton]()
Discovering Nicola by Clare Ashton
Rated: 4.64 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsSparks fly between Nicola Albright KC and Geeta Sachdeva, but not the good kind. They’re the sort that leave small fires, devastation, and everyone peeping between their fingers at arrogant lawyer, Nicola, on one side, and everyone’s favourite mum, Geeta, on the other... -
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Hunter by Eliza Lentzski
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe Winter Jacket prequel It all started with a navy blue dress... In her junior year of college, Hunter Dyson has some big decisions to make about her future. She wants to be a nurse, that much she knows, but everyone from her parents to her academic advisor is nagging her about what kind of nursing she wants to pursue... -
![Undercover Madam by J.J. Arias]()
Undercover Madam by J.J. Arias
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsShe was supposed to catch the criminal. . . not fall in love with her.All Charlotte Castro ever wanted was to be an FBI agent. When her best friend, a Miami detective, presents her with an opportunity to go undercover and bust a madam to the rich and powerful, Charlotte’s dreams are finally within reach... -
![Reality In Check by Emily Banting]()
Reality In Check by Emily Banting
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFrom the multi-award-winning, best-selling author of Broken Beyond Repair comes a new sapphic celebrity ice queen romance — read as a standalone or as the second book in the South Downs Romance series.Sculptor Arte Tremaine is thrown into the hospitality industry when her beloved late grandmother bequeaths her and her sister a charming yet rundown country hotel with zero guests... -
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Sliced Ice: Lee Winter's Iconic Ice Queens by Lee Winter
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTen short stories based on Lee Winter’s fierce and unforgettable ice queens and villains have been gathered into one anthology containing lesbian love, lust, friendship, and romance.Find out what happened after Lee’s stories ended, and in one case, before it began... -
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Hoops & Heartstrings by Eliza Lentzski
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen a devastating injury threatens Lex Bennet’s dream of playing in the women’s professional basketball league, her world is turned upside down. Despite the setback, Lex is unexpectedly drafted by the new expansion team in Boston... -
![Forbidden Melody by Magnolia Robbins]()
Forbidden Melody by Magnolia Robbins
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEmma Harvey is a brilliant and gifted young pianist, accepted into one of the most prestigious music conservatories in the country and prepared to do whatever it takes to accomplish her dreams of playing professionally. With a renowned jazz musician for a father and a world-famous mentor growing up, she is convinced her path is easy. Until her world is suddenly silenced when she loses her hearing... -
![Thrust by Rachel Spangler, Ann Shanks Etter]()
Thrust by Rachel Spangler, Ann Shanks Etter
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFencing prodigy Jess Kidman has always been ahead of her peers. At the age of thirteen she made the varsity team, won a state championship, came out, and fell head over heels in love with her team captain, Lauren Standish... -
![Devil's Advocate by T.B. Markinson, Miranda MacLeod]()
Devil's Advocate by T.B. Markinson, Miranda MacLeod
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWould you give up everything you’ve worked for your whole life for a chance at true love?Ashley Tanner’s only desire after losing her father to a prescription overdose as a teenager has been to support her working-class family. Now an ambitious lawyer, she’s on the verge of achieving the coveted partnership she’s worked for her entire career... -
![Graceless by Ruby Landers]()
Graceless by Ruby Landers
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSavannah Grace is on top of the world. She’s back to selling out stadium tours and winning Grammys, and she’s just arrived home from her honeymoon after marrying the love of her life… nothing could burst this bubble. Except, of course, her estranged family... -
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![An Unexpected Affair by Skye Von Triessen]()
An Unexpected Affair by Skye Von Triessen
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhat if one encounter leads to a series of events that make you question everything you thought you knew about yourself?Dr. Miranda Hayes lives what many would consider the perfect life. She has a loving boyfriend, family and friends who adore her, and a career she is passionate about. All her life, she has dated men and never once questioned her sexuality... -
![The AM Show by T.B. Markinson, Miranda MacLeod]()
The AM Show by T.B. Markinson, Miranda MacLeod
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWould you give up your lifelong dream for a shot at everlasting love?Amanda Morgan is a morning show host with a fierce reputation, but a bitter divorce has left her feeling all washed up. Being mistaken for a grandmother at her own son’s wedding has her teetering on the edge—until a stranger at the reception rocks her world... -
![The Music and the Mirror by Lola Keeley]()
The Music and the Mirror by Lola Keeley
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAnna is the newest member of an elite ballet company. Her first class with her mysterious idol, Victoria, almost ruins her career before it starts. When she shows she might be a potential star, Victoria chooses Anna to launch a new season around. Now Anna must face down jealousy, sabotage and injury, not to mention navigate the circus of friends and lovers within the company... -
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Nathan by Carly Marie
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIt’s true that you catch more bees with honey than vinegar… but what if I’m looking for a unicorn?Elliot’s life has been planned out for him: college, job, marriage, family. Going through life on autopilot, he’s rarely done anything for himself. When his sham marriage falls apart, he has to rebuild from the ground up and is faced with admitting the thing he’s hidden from everyone: He’s gay... -
![Unbelievers by AgnesBellex]()
Unbelievers by AgnesBellex
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsIt’s Louis’ senior year, and he’s dead set on doing it right. However, along with his pair of cleats, a healthy dose of sarcasm and his ridiculous best friend, he’s also got a complicated family, a terrifyingly uncertain future, and a mortal enemy making his life just that much worse. Mortal enemies “with benefits” was not exactly the plan... -
![The Life Coach by Sienna Waters]()
The Life Coach by Sienna Waters
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsIt's time to let a little sunshine into your life...Meet Vivien Curtis, a divorced, depressed, reclusive true crime addict. All she wants is to be left alone, and for the kids to stay off her lawn.Until Alice Knowles appears. A young life coach hired by Viv's best friend Evie to get Viv back on her feet again, Alice wants nothing more than to meet Ms. Right, get married, and start adopting cats...Categorized as:
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![The Show Must Go On by Nicole Pyland]()
The Show Must Go On by Nicole Pyland
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBaker Eagan has just wrapped the TV show she created and ran for the past five years of her life. She’s ready for a break and to refocus on her writing, and the last thing she wants to do is go to her agent’s birthday party. Little does she know that her agent plans to play matchmaker.Casey Jinx is the lead actress on a hit TV show... -
![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... -
![Breaking the Rules by Brigham Vaughn]()
Breaking the Rules by Brigham Vaughn
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRule #1: Don't fall in love with your agent. Trevor Underhill is a bottom D-pair grinder. A pest. The kind of player who makes it possible for the talent to score. Off the ice, he looks out for himself and never trusts anyone but his sister to have his back... -
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Where Secrets Are Safe by Jamey Moody
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAt a Texas lake resort, swimming in romance, an enemy ice queen thaws right into her Hollywood happy ending. Krista Kyle knew how hard it was to be a closeted lesbian in Hollywood. Unfortunately being out and proud could affect your career. But after twenty years as an award winning actress Krista was able to be her authentic self in a world where being someone else was the norm... -
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![Charmed By Her by Chelsea M. Cameron]()
Charmed By Her by Chelsea M. Cameron
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe only thing I had to look forward to was getting as far away from my hometown of Arrowbridge, Maine, as possible. That is, until I bump into a single mom and her bug-loving daughter. Ingrid Davidson and I have absolutely nothing in common. She’s older, she has a child, and she’s settled in Arrowbridge for good.Still, I can’t stop finding reasons to spend time with her, and her adorable toddler... -
![Side by Side by Nicole Pyland]()
Side by Side by Nicole Pyland
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSports Series Book #6. This series is related by a sports theme, not by characters.As teenagers, Belle Elrod and Chandler Wolfe had been chosen to be part of Team USA figure skating’s elite training program. But when something happened, and Belle left the program, they were both left wondering what might have been... -
![Magdalene Nox by Milena McKay]()
Magdalene Nox by Milena McKay
Rated: 4.64 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsMagdalene Nox doesn't cast wishes upon stars... She simply makes them happen. But for this particular wish, she had waited for thirty years. Her retribution against those who discarded her three decades ago should be swift and simple.Except a chance encounter and an unforgettable night turn her entire life upside down. Torn between vengeance and lust, Magdalene is forced to re-evaluate everything... -
![Champagne Kisses by M.J. Duncan]()
Champagne Kisses by M.J. Duncan
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFlying solo at a wedding is the absolute last way Aubrey Gill wants to ring in the new year, so when she rolls into Whistler for the event, it’s with one goal in mind—survive the weekend. The Fates have other plans for her, however, as Beau Demers crashes into her life the moment she arrives... -
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![Love Walked into The Lantern by Nicole Pyland]()
Love Walked into The Lantern by Nicole Pyland
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSummer Taft is a twenty-seven-year-old billionaire, who founded a tech startup with her brother while she was still in college. As that company’s CEO, she feels stuck and underappreciated. She also has to take care of the company while her brother goes off exploring the world, leaving her holding the bag. The company recently opened an office in Chicago, where Summer has met some new friends... -
![Pieces of Us by T.B. Markinson, Miranda MacLeod]()
Pieces of Us by T.B. Markinson, Miranda MacLeod
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe nanny is hot for her boss, but she’s been burned falling for a straight woman in the past. Julianna Bristol is on the brink of success as her fledgling video game design company goes after the opportunity of a lifetime. But her ex-husband is intent on making her fodder for late-night comedy... -
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Pas de deux by E.J. Noyes
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsCaitlyn Lloyd has the world at her feet. Or more accurately—under her horse’s hooves. With the 2016 Rio Olympics just around the corner, nothing is going to derail her long-held dream of winning a medal or two in Olympic dressage. Not even the reappearance of a childhood so-not-a-friend throwing her perfectly balanced life into disarray... -
![His Last Christmas in London by Con Riley]()
His Last Christmas in London by Con Riley
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFalling for his final client won’t make leaving London easy… Ian ~ A talented, young photographer desperate to stay in London.Guy ~ An older, fierce food critic, determined to keep him in his city.Ian shouldn’t be attracted to a scathing food critic like Guy Parsons, not after the last time he fell for someone older, arrogant, and gorgeous... -
![Chef's Kiss by Stephanie Shea]()
Chef's Kiss by Stephanie Shea
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsValentina Rosas has always known what she wants. Mostly. Sort of. At least, she does now. And what she wants is the coveted staging role at Gia, San Francisco... -
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![Sweet Spot by TheFeveredBookaholic]()
Sweet Spot by TheFeveredBookaholic
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSierra Lancaster has had an agonizingly mediocre life. She grew up in a happy home, made loyal friends, graduated college, and is now pursuing her dream of running her own bakery. Boring, right? A story like this wouldn't be one for the books. At least not until you bring a hot neighbor into the mix... -
![Vesting Period by Monica McCallan]()
Vesting Period by Monica McCallan
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsApp designer Carter Montgomery has thrown herself into being a successful co-founder of LadyLuck for the last half decade. Until now, she’s been content to focus on work mixed with a little light fun. It takes a horrible date with an infuriating woman to make her realize that maybe she isn’t so satisfied with things and that it’s time she got serious about investing in her love life... -
![Blurred Lines by Olivia Lucas]()
Blurred Lines by Olivia Lucas
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThis week is not going to plan…So far, I’ve been stood up, taunted by a kid, and dunked in coffee. And that was just on my way to my job interview.I almost couldn’t believe it when the hot stranger who crashed into me in the coffee shop came to my rescue. Unfortunately, this stranger has a name – Natalie Dalton – and she might’ve also popped up at my job interview. And then on a night out... -
![Flashbang by Lee Winter]()
Flashbang by Lee Winter
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAt a celebrity party, all eyes are drawn to the glamorous A-listers. No one’s watching two entertainment reporters–knockabout Iowa girl Lauren King and her secret lover, Caustic Queen Catherine Ayers–as they celebrate their last night together in LA in erotic style. A sexy slice from The Red Files universe... -
![Sparks Like Ours by Melissa Brayden]()
Sparks Like Ours by Melissa Brayden
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsGia Malone wants one thing and one thing only: to be the best surfer in the world. Her biggest obstacle is the annoyingly perky Elle Britton. Not only is Elle number one in the rankings, she’s also a fan favorite. But there’s a lot about Elle that Gia never noticed, like her surprising sense of humor and picture-perfect mouth. Elle Britton is tired... -
![Edge of Glory by Rachel Spangler]()
Edge of Glory by Rachel Spangler
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsCorey LaCroix only wanted to snowboard, but Olympic medals and world championships only carry you so far when your knees ache and you're suddenly an underdog for the first time in her career. Elise Brandeis doesn't need a training partner, especially an unorthodox has-been snowboarder with an attitude...
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