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Impromptu Seduction by Stephanie Nicole Norris
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsRaised as a debutante, ladylike, and reserved, London Jones has stepped into unknown territory. From the moment her life collided with a man who should’ve been off-limits, a bachelor with a hot reputation—staying out of his way was the sensible thing to do. However, she finds herself caught in a tangled web of passionate fervor whenever he comes near... -
![Where Love is Found by Tiya Rayne]()
Where Love is Found by Tiya Rayne
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsCharlice “Duck” Jefferies knows exactly what she wants out of life. She wants to continue to grow her multi-million dollar business. She wants to take care of her family. And she wants sex, LOTS of sex. Charlice has no time for relationships. She knows love is a lie and should be considered an incurable disease. She even has unbreakable rules. No flings that last longer than six months... -
![Good Behavior by Delaney Diamond]()
Good Behavior by Delaney Diamond
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsCan he still be considered good, when his behavior is so bad? An affair with the second most powerful man at Johnson Enterprises was not in Diana Cambridge’s plans, but one night their smoldering attraction for each other culminates into an erotic kiss that leaves her aching for more... -
![Pensive: An African-American Romance by Travena Terry]()
Pensive: An African-American Romance by Travena Terry
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNo one has ever affected the fierce, potent, and powerful Asa in any way, other than the terms he arranged. As a Dom, he calls the shots, makes the first move, and the odds are always in his favor. While taking an unwanted hiatus from his business, Asa realizes that he’s hungry for more than what he has... -
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![Priceless Treasure by Melody Anne]()
Priceless Treasure by Melody Anne
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAshton Storm had always possessed a sense of humor, but he tended to be more thoughtless and self-absorbed than his other siblings. He skated along through life, enjoying the finer things. That was until one day his father had enough and gave him an ultimatum. He either did his father’s bidding, or his ride on easy street came to an instant stop... -
![Silent Nights by Nia Forrester]()
Silent Nights by Nia Forrester
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIt’s a career-making opportunity. Summer has an invitation to ‘Black America’s Wedding of the Decade’ and wouldn’t miss it for the world... -
![Beneath the Silence by K. Lashaun]()
Beneath the Silence by K. Lashaun
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSelflessness has always been the motto Eden Foster lived by. Raised in a household that instilled the mantra of family over everything, the up-and-coming MMA fighter has made a living using her fists while sticking her neck out for people who would never do the same for her.A childhood filled with neglect led Hakeem Biggers down a path of darkness. One full of sins and misdeeds... -
![Life Mastered by Blue Saffire]()
Life Mastered by Blue Saffire
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsYours: Life Mastered Book 3 in the Yours Series Yours Book 3 This is my family! My future the air I need to breathe. Someone really thought it wise to threaten that. Just when things are coming together the way I need them someone has chosen to come after my world. Big mistake! Before this is all over everyone will know ….I AM Nicholas Lincoln... -
![Rainbow Sprinkles by Pepper North, Paige Michaels]()
Rainbow Sprinkles by Pepper North, Paige Michaels
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWelcome to Little Cakes, the bakery that plays Daddy matchmaker!Ellie Wilmoth has dreamed of owning her own cupcake bakery. Now that Little Cakes is about to open, nothing can distract her. Okay, maybe one thing. While crafting her first featured cupcake, she's interrupted by her handsome new landlord, and his commanding presence is impossible to ignore... -
![Black Butterfly by Tiffany Patterson]()
Black Butterfly by Tiffany Patterson
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEach book in the Black Burlesque Series are STANDALONE novels. Book 1: Black Pearl Book 2: Black Dahlia Andre Collins is not looking for love. In fact, love is the last thing on his mind as he continues to run one of the country’s most successful financial services firms alongside his brother. Andre is steadfast in the belief that love and marriage just aren’t for him... -
![Found by Rosalind James]()
Found by Rosalind James
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsI'd lived my life according to two principles: discipline and control. Until now. There's that phrase, though, isn't there. "How's that working out for you?" The answer, when it came to Hope Sinclair, was, "not so well." She might be little, she might be sweet, and she might be young, but if I'd thought she'd be compliant anywhere but in bed, I'd learned my lesson... -
![Lemon Chiffon by Pepper North, Paige Michaels]()
Lemon Chiffon by Pepper North, Paige Michaels
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWelcome to Little Cakes, the bakery that plays Daddy matchmaker!Daisy Galante adores hanging out with the Littles at Blaze, until she meets creepy member Leo. While escaping the pretend Daddy’s unwarranted punishment, she is rescued by her friend and dungeon master, Tarson. Between Leo and the thugs terrorizing her shop, she’s in desperate need of some tender loving care... -
![Seeking My Destiny by Jenna Jacob]()
Seeking My Destiny by Jenna Jacob
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBy day, I’m Sasha Evans, successful business owner and entrepreneur. By night, I’m Destiny, Club Genesis’ masochistic bottom who craves pain and won’t kneel to just any Top. The subs around me are all pairing up with the Doms of their dreams. I can’t even find someone to whip away my stress and grant me peace... -
![The House of Morgan: Books 1 - 3 by Victoria Pinder]()
The House of Morgan: Books 1 - 3 by Victoria Pinder
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis USA Today Bestselling Author includes three full House of Morgan novels, and is over 700 pages of dazzling romance and family drama! Secret Crush When FBI agent and Billionaire John Morgan returns home for his father’s funeral, he’s interested in Alice Collins. His interest in her gets her in trouble, and he’ll protect her no matter the cost...Categorized as:
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![His Punishments by Ajme Williams]()
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![Two Become One by Weston Parker]()
Two Become One by Weston Parker
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI’m all about the chase.Everything that comes after getting the girl?I’d rather swallow glass.That’s why taken women are my type.Don’t like it?You don’t have to.However, my newest challenge is full of surprises.She’s temptation poured into a silhouette of dangerous curves.And she’s onto me.So is HR at the office.Both quickly become my nightmare as they dare me to change.Me. The forever bachelor...Categorized as:
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![The Naked Chef by Twyla Turner]()
The Naked Chef by Twyla Turner
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen a sex-positive siren who takes her pleasure whenever, wherever, and with whomever she pleases meets a former adult film star turned chef. There might be more than just food cooking in this kitchen. But…things aren't always what they seem.After a disastrous and life-altering ending to her first marriage, Mia Ayala has sworn off men for anything other than sex... -
![Not Until You Part VII: Not Until You Believe by Roni Loren]()
Not Until You Part VII: Not Until You Believe by Roni Loren
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsRoni Loren’s sexy novel Not Until You picks up as Cela decides to leave the life of submission behind. But having had a taste of Foster’s intense passion isn’t making it easy to go back to her old ways… Having flirted with forbidden desires, Cela leaves Foster and returns home to her small Texas town to work in her father’s veterinary practice and embrace a “normal” life... -
![Not Until You Part V: Not Until You Beg by Roni Loren]()
Not Until You Part V: Not Until You Beg by Roni Loren
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsCela wants to explore the new desires Foster has awakened within her, but is she really ready to submit? As Roni Loren’s Not Until You continues, Foster will find out exactly how far Cela will go... Foster has been pushed past the point of temptation. So even though he fears Cela’s interest in his world is a passing whim, he agrees to teach her the art of submission... -
![One Exquisite Touch by Lauren Blakely]()
One Exquisite Touch by Lauren Blakely
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA sexy enemies-to-lovers standalone, rich with masquerades, billionaires and forbidden trysts!When the invitation arrived, it detailed the rules of the masquerade--no names, no identities.I set one more--find a most wicked man for one night, the kind who'll bring me deliciously naughty pleasure... -
![Pearl by Arianne Richmonde]()
Pearl by Arianne Richmonde
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe book that Pearl Series fans have been asking for: the flip side of the tale. The story according to Alexandre Chevalier. At only twenty-five, Alexandre Chevalier is a billionaire. His social media site, HookedUp, is more popular than Twitter, more global than Facebook. With his drop-dead gorgeous looks, alluring charm and wealth, he has women falling at his feet, desperate for his attention... -
![French Kiss by Scarlett Avery]()
French Kiss by Scarlett Avery
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThey don't call Paris the most romantic city in the world for nothing. Sofia (aka Amanda) is back is this sensual, sexy and steamy alpha billionaire romance and she’s playing the role of exclusive escort to her first client, the smoking hot billionaire Mr. Van Der Linden. This time her services to the eligible bachelor take her all the way to Paris... -
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Exposed by Scarlett Avery
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen a man truly loves a woman he'll do anything in his power to win her back. The romantic adventure between Bryce and Sofia intensifies and it becomes clear it’s much more than a business arrangement in this sensual, sexy and steamy love story. Tragedy strikes and Bryce is stuck in Silicon Valley desperately trying to dig his company out of a PR nightmare... -
![Total Abandonment by Scarlett Avery]()
Total Abandonment by Scarlett Avery
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAfter a saucy weekend, Bryce declares his love for Sofia in the most unexpected way. Bryce would do anything for his Sofia and there’s no doubt he loves her with all of his heart. But when Sofia introduces Bryce to her sizzling hot younger sister Ciara, Sofia smells trouble. Every boyfriend she introduces to Ciara always falls for her ravishingly beautiful sibling... -
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![Pretty Things by Donna Alam]()
Pretty Things by Donna Alam
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI have been dying to read this book and I was not disappointed. I was so excited. This is one thing I look for in a book. I want to be spellbound. I want to sink my teeth into the characters & take myself into their world. To feel this kind of emotion is phenomenal & not something I can feel with every book I read. The author did that with the 3 books in this trilogy... -
![Always In My Heart by A.C. Arthur]()
Always In My Heart by A.C. Arthur
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe heart does not lie.Rico Bennett is in love with a stripper. The Chief Financial Officer of the multi-billion dollar Bennett Communications conglomerate and son of a Brazilian princess, is obsessed with the sexiest and most intriguing woman he’s ever met. She’s everything he never knew he wanted and, at the same time, all that he knows can destroy him... -
![His Scandalous Commands by Elizabeth Lennox]()
His Scandalous Commands by Elizabeth Lennox
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsShe could sing like a hummingbird, had numerous platinum albums to her credit. But Lila Jamison, a.k.a. Delilah James, had no life. She went from concert to recording studio, working until she literally passed out. Fresh air, sleep and relaxation were the doctor’s orders... -
![Breathless 3: In Love With An Alpha Billionaire by Shani Greene-Dowdell]()
Breathless 3: In Love With An Alpha Billionaire by Shani Greene-Dowdell
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Turner and Baker women are at odds over the men who've captured their hearts. Clara Baker has reasons near and dear to her for being so hell bent on keeping her daughter, Destiny Baker, away from Jacob Turner. The dormant pain she’s kept a secret for forty years is eating away at her soul, but, when she lays eyes on John Turner (Jacob’s father), fireworks spark in the least expected way... -
![The Art of Endings by Nia Forrester]()
The Art of Endings by Nia Forrester
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe post-script to 'Secret' . . . The last time Trey Denison was a “boyfriend” he was seventeen years old, and then a family tragedy forced him to grow up fast and take charge of raising his sister, Tessa. So for the past sixteen years, he had no time, and no inclination for a serious relationship. But that was before Shayla... -
![Tempted by a Dangerous Man by Cleo Peitsche]()
Tempted by a Dangerous Man by Cleo Peitsche
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTEMPTED BY A DANGEROUS MAN is an erotic romance of 41,000 words. As Audrey struggles with her role in a recent tragedy, Corbin answers questions that have long haunted her. She is unsettled to learn what happened to the other Audrey and how Corbin became a killer... -
![More Than a Mistress by Delaney Diamond]()
More Than a Mistress by Delaney Diamond
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAn alternate cover for this ASIN can be found here.Will their arrangement ever be enough? Relationships are not a priority for restaurateur Esteban Galiano, and when he sees Sonia Kennedy at a party, he plans to make her a conquest in a long line of many. But she rebuffs his advances and forces him to adjust—determined to meet the challenge and do whatever he must to make her his... -
![Borrowing Trouble by Mae Wood]()
Borrowing Trouble by Mae Wood
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJuggling a new boyfriend who is constantly MIA for work, his mom who likes her just a little too much, a best friend whose husband might be sneaking around, and a busy career saving clients from sexual harassment lawsuits is pulling Marisa Tanner apart at the seams... -
![Remington's Sky by LaShawn Vasser, JB Logic]()
Remington's Sky by LaShawn Vasser, JB Logic
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsYou’ve heard the conventional wisdom about opposites and attraction. Will the same laws apply when the heat level is turned up between two people who are just alike? Sky Kirby is independent, arrogant, emotionally closed off, and owns it. She doesn’t need anyone to fix or save her and makes no apologies—even when her choices may explain why love has been so elusive... -
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Fake Pet by Jamie Knight
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEileenMy billionaire boss is known for taking pets.And now he wants me to submit to his every command.He's older, experienced, powerful, and hella hot.But he's also so damn cocky and demanding.I always thought I'd be too independent and strong-willed for that.But now I find myself craving his touch, his kiss, and even his control... -
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![His Dirty Promises by Fiona Murphy]()
His Dirty Promises by Fiona Murphy
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThree billionaire brothers: Cesare, Enzo, and Dante Sabatini have everything except the one thing money can’t buy. Three big beautiful women Alicia, Bethany, and Chloe will teach them the ABCs of love. Follow these couples as they negotiate the riskiest deal of all, falling in love. Dante Sabatini. Billionaire, manwhore extraordinaire—and my new next-door neighbor... -
![Sheikh's Virgin Mistress: A Sheikh Romance by Sophia Lynn, Ella Brooke]()
Sheikh's Virgin Mistress: A Sheikh Romance by Sophia Lynn, Ella Brooke
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI was a powerful sheikh; she was a delicate rose ready to be plucked. I was always a formidable man.I had an empire.My country’s loyalty.Ambition.Prestige.Treasures. But with great power comes great risk. It was by chance that I met her.Laurel Phillips:Young, pretty, shy, curvy, American.She was the “Angel of Grace” who came to my aid,And for that,She had my gratitude... -
![The Everest Brothers: An Alpha Billionaires Series by S.L. Scott]()
The Everest Brothers: An Alpha Billionaires Series by S.L. Scott
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Everest Brothers is a compilation of contemporary romance, royal romance, and romantic suspense bestselling novels. These alphas fall hard and love harder while sweeping the women in their lives off their feet.You will fall head over heels for these billionaire heroes with hearts of gold while cheering for the confident women who steal their hearts...Categorized as:
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![A Desert King's Obsession 2 by Christine Gray]()
A Desert King's Obsession 2 by Christine Gray
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLike it or not, Shahid isn't waiting for his new life to start. He's at the threshold. The chips are finally falling into place. The year of painstakingly planning and scheming has brought him and his family to the tipping point. Too bad he's only planning for a few rainy days and not the oil fire he's igniting... -
![Losing My Innocence by Blue Saffire]()
Losing My Innocence by Blue Saffire
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsYours: Losing My Innocence Book 1 in the Yours Series Yours Book 1 I have waited a long time for the woman I have always known she would become. My past demons and her insecurities will try to tear us apart, but I am strong enough for both of us. Besides, there is no letting go. She is mine and I will protect that fact against anyone, even her... -
![Walking the Dawg by Olivia Gaines]()
Walking the Dawg by Olivia Gaines
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBuster Padfoot terrorized the community and his owner Dawg wasn't much better. Kieran "Dawg" Dunagan wasn't about to bring his guard dog to heel no matter how much the new neighbor stirred his blood. Linda Blaine didn't care for the high handed tactics of her muscled bound neighbor pr his predatory pup... -
![By Chance, No Choice by Xyla Turner]()
By Chance, No Choice by Xyla Turner
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNo one falls in love by choice, it is by chance. No one stays in love by chance, it is by work. And no one falls out of love by chance it is by choice. --Unknown By Chance, No Choice, a BWWM romance novel written by Author Xyla Turner, love is sparked from a distance yet struggles to stay ignited. Tess and JD cross paths at a conference by chance... -
![A Maine Christmas...or Two - A Duet: The Billionaire's Angel & A Mermaid Isle Christmas (The Sinclairs 0.5 included) by J.S. Scott, Cali MacKay]()
A Maine Christmas...or Two - A Duet: The Billionaire's Angel & A Mermaid Isle Christmas (The Sinclairs 0.5 included) by J.S. Scott, Cali MacKay
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA Maine Christmas…Or Two 180 pages - Estimated This book contains two brand new, steamy, contemporary romance Christmas stories from NY Times and USA Today Bestselling author J.S. Scott and Cali MacKay.Although these stories are connected to both authors’ current series, they are easily stand-alone reads with no cliff hangers. The Billionaire’s Angel by J.S... -
![Not Until You Part II: Not Until You Risk by Roni Loren]()
Not Until You Part II: Not Until You Risk by Roni Loren
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsCela’s daring side started to expose itself in Not Until You Dare. Now Foster and Pike are determined to push her limits and let her wild side loose… Cela’s sexy game of Never Have I Ever with her neighbors has turned into a night of Truth or Dare, with her revealing her deepest desires and letting go like she’s never done before... -
![Gloria's Revenge by Nelle L'Amour]()
Gloria's Revenge by Nelle L'Amour
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe steamy and suspenseful conclusion to Gloria's Secret! Why hadn't I resisted him? Because he was too strong, too determined, too beautiful. And because I was hopelessly, helplessly head over heels in love. He had made me fall apart and fall for him... -
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![One Wright Stand: A One-Night Stand Small Town Romance (Wright series) by K.A. Linde]()
One Wright Stand: A One-Night Stand Small Town Romance (Wright series) by K.A. Linde
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA one-night stand prequel romance to USA Today bestselling author K.A. Linde’s Wright with Benefits… I can’t tear my eyes away from the stranger.He’s too hot for this small town. Too polished for this seedy bar. And a hundred percent my type. Tall, dark, and handsome in a suit with brooding eyes that say he’d lay waste to my body. And I’d let him.Our connection is immediate... -
![Bachelor Undone by Brenda Jackson]()
Bachelor Undone by Brenda Jackson
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsEvery woman wants him. But he only wants her. When Darcy Owens leaves snowy New York for some Jamaican fun in the sun, the city planner isn't expecting to meet the hero of her fantasies. But the sexy, sun-kissed man she sees her first day on the beach comes pretty close... -
![Afterlife by Joey W. Hill]()
Afterlife by Joey W. Hill
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsRachel gave up seeking a Master years ago. After a failed marriage and terrible tragedy, she's walled her soul against going down that dangerous path again. Then Jon joins her yoga class. He's thirteen years younger than she, but his Dominant nature threatens her shields from the moment she recognizes it. Not only does he understand what her body wants-he knows what her soul craves... -
![Playing Hard to Master by Sparrow Beckett]()
Playing Hard to Master by Sparrow Beckett
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsAbandoned by his submissive years before, Ambrose has avoided long term relationships. He amuses himself by hooking up with his buddy’s exes. That is, until he meets Everly—a curvy girl with a big personality, who refuses to be ignored. Just when he thinks he’s found a girl he can trust, he finds out she has big opinions about rich men... -
![Dirty Calls by Sade Rena]()
Dirty Calls by Sade Rena
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIt all started with the wrong number. I never expect he'd have me calling his name. Jessica New to town and overworked, all she wants is to put herself to sleep, but gets more than she bargains for when she answers a misdialed call. Curiosity takes hold and instead of hanging up, she joins in, enjoying herself way too much... -
![Baby Love by Sienna Mynx]()
Baby Love by Sienna Mynx
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBeing married has never been sexier... Tia Jackson Reed is seven months pregnant and madly in love with her husband and the life he's shown her. She plans to have it all: family, success, and the career she's work so hard to achieve. That is, until her husband's desires for domesticated bliss collide with her own...
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