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Clue Krewe by Jana Deleon
Rated: 4.73 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsBeckett Rousseau is the firstborn son of one of New Orleans’ most prominent families. He’s the quintessential golden boy—great looks, money, and a political career in his future—until his wife murders him. Or at least that’s what everyone thinks.Athena Durand is still reeling from her murder conviction but now that it’s overturned, she’s at a loss on how to proceed with her life... -
Swamp Spook by Jana Deleon
Rated: 4.65 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsWhen black cats roam, and spooks are seen, Come celebrate, it’s Halloween. Sinful, Louisiana, really knows how to throw a party, and it goes all out for Halloween. The weeklong celebration kicks off with a maze of horror in the park built of hay bales. And Fortune has the perfect assignment—the executioner... -
Change of Fortune by Jana Deleon
Sinful, Louisiana, is always a hotbed of activity, and despite the steamy heat, August is no exception. Godzilla is terrorizing the town, looking for a home-cooked meal, and Gertie is worried someone will take the gator out before she can get him under control. Francine has a situation of her own at the café, where food is missing from inventory. And Celia is always up to no good... -
Fortune Furlough by Jana Deleon
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsIt’s not a vacation until there’s a murder. Fortune, Ida Belle, and Gertie are finally off to Florida on the vacation they’ve always talked about. Days filled with white sand, turquoise water, and fruity drinks are the only thing on the agenda... -
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Swamp Santa by Jana Deleon
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsIt’s Christmas in Sinful and Fortune is set to participate in all the local hoopla. A Christmas gala, caroling, and a sleigh ride are on the agenda. Murder is not. But when someone bumps off Santa, Fortune is aware a killer is lurking among the holiday cheer... -
Reel of Fortune by Jana Deleon
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsNothing says Welcome Home like a murder. It’s official. Fortune Redding is out of the CIA and a newly minted resident of Sinful, Louisiana. She never expected her homecoming to be all apple pie and hugs, but a murder wasn’t on her list of things to deal with before she’d even gotten her name stenciled on her mailbox... -
Making You Mine by Melissa Foster
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsDiscover the magic of New York Times bestseller Melissa Foster's writing and see why millions of readers have fallen in love with the fiercely loyal and sassily sexy characters in the Love in Bloom big-family romance collection... -
Bayside Fantasies by Melissa Foster
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFall in love at Bayside, where sandy beaches, good friends, and true love come together in the sweet small towns of Cape Cod. Bayside Summers is a series of standalone steamy romance novels featuring alpha male heroes and sexy, empowered women. They’re fun, flirty, flawed, and easy to relate to. In USA Today bestseller BAYSIDE FANTASIES.. -
No Questions Asked by Julie Moffett
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsOne last fling (with danger) before the ring?Nothing’s that simple when you’re a geek girl. Julie Moffett’s beloved Lexi Carmichael mystery series returns with No Questions Asked.Lexi Carmichael: saving scientists one snake at a time.Weddings aren’t my thing—never have been... -
Dirty Playboy by Alex Wolf, Sloane Howell
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHe’s obsessed with her.She wants nothing to do with him.Rick Lawrence doesn’t get attached to women. He beds them and sends them on their way.Then, he sees her.Mary Patrick is the ultimate good girl—religious, moral, responsible. She spends all her time at church or with her nose in a book.The second he lays eyes on her he must have her.She makes him want to be better... -
Searching for Love by Melissa Foster
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDiscover the magic of New York Times bestseller Melissa Foster's writing and see why millions of readers have fallen in love with the fiercely loyal and sassily sexy characters in the Love in Bloom big-family romance collection. Love in Bloom novels are written to stand alone or may be enjoyed as part of the larger series, so dive right into this fun, sexy romance. In SEARCHING FOR LOVE.. -
Summer Nights at the Starfish Café by Jessica Redland
Rated: 4.62 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsWelcome back to The Starfish Café for a glorious summer, but with a few dark clouds on the horizon...A new beginning...As her summer wedding to Jake approaches, Hollie is excited for their new beginning as a family. But when some unexpected news threatens the future she and Jake had hoped for, Hollie will need to find the strength to overcome heartache once more.A fragile heart.. -
Later Gator by Jana Deleon
A poacher is at work in Sinful, Louisiana, and Deputy Carter LeBlanc is hot on the trail of the outlaw, trying to apprehend him before the state gets wind of the crime and sends a game warden to take over his investigation... -
Wild Island Love by Melissa Foster
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsSparks fly between a PR rep and an A-list actor who want nothing to do with each other.Leni Steele might be looking for love, but she’s definitely not looking to be someone’s fake date. Especially not one of the most infuriatingly handsome and annoyingly cocky actors on the planet, Duncan Raz... -
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The Hitman's Guide to Tying the Knot Without Getting Shot: by Alice Winters
Rated: 4.59 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsLeland Is a nice little wedding with Blow-up Randy and Jackson My Love too much to ask for? Clearly, because someone’s trying to kill one of us… again... -
Forever Covert by Kathleen Brooks
Rated: 4.77 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsKale Mueez just wants to work on his computer programs and, okay, some not-so-legal hacking. Even though he sold one of his computer software companies for more money than he’d ever need, he wasn’t one to sit back and do nothing. That is especially true since his father is a super soldier known around the world... -
Endless Shadows by Kathleen Brooks
Rated: 4.76 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsRyker Faulkner has built his empire by being ruthless. No one knows the full extent Ryker has gone to in order to build himself up from nothing to one of the most powerful men in the country. So when someone comes after him, everyone knows the last thing Ryker will do is sit back and watch it burn.Kenzie Carys was used to being in the shadows. She was a nurse on night shift... -
Bullets and Beads by Jana Deleon
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsLet the good times roll? It’s Mardi Gras time and Fortune is looking forward to seeing the spectacle firsthand, but when a visitor to Sinful is murdered during the celebration there, Fortune, Ida Belle, and Gertie can’t help but wonder what happened... -
Brett by Melissa Foster
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBad Boys After Dark: Brett is a USA Today Bestseller Indulge your inner vixen with these sexy billionaires! Meet the Bad Boys... Four fiercely loyal, sinfully sexy, uber alpha brothers, about to fall head over heels for their leading ladies. Everything's naughtier after dark.. -
Rescued by Love by Melissa Foster
Rated: 4.55 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAddison Dahl is excited to return to Elpitha Island for her best friend Gabriella’s wedding. A weekend of sun and fun is just what she needs before setting out on her newest adventure—roughing it in the wilderness. Addison is tough, she’s independent, and she doesn’t “do” feelings toward men... -
Dirty Vegas Nights by Logan Chance
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMy body’s made of iron. My muscles are sculpted by God himself.And my green eyes have been described as ‘lady magnets’ by the Vegas Tribune. The Trifecta sensation is only the dirtiest male revue show Vegas has ever seen. We’ve been blazing the stage for a while and have gained quite the fan base. Women travel from across the country just to catch a glimpse of us... -
Wealthy Playboy by Alex Wolf, Sloane Howell
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAn all-new sexy standalone enemies-to-lovers office romance.He's everything she hates.Arrogant. Cocky. Wealthy.Wells Covington is the Tony Stark of Wall Street.He's never met a deal he couldn't conquer, and never met a human who could out maneuver him.Until her... and she's the only thing on his mind.Meadow Carlson.She tanks his mega real estate deal the first time they meet... -
Love Is In the Air Volume 1 by Susan Stoker, A.M. Kusi
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratings30 of your favorite authors come together to celebrate love and romance in this anthology featuring brand new, original short stories.All proceeds will go to the American Heart Association.Featured authors include:A.M. Kusi, Abbie Zanders, Alley Ciz, Anna Blakely, Anna Brooks, Becca Steele, Cora Kenborn, Darcy Burke, Elizabeth SaFleur, Emery Rose, Greer Bailey, Ivy Layne, J. Kenner, Jeana E... -
Gators and Garters by Jana Deleon
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 17 ratings‘Til death do us part?Ida Belle, Fortune, and Gertie are gearing up for the big day—Ida Belle’s wedding to Walter—but when the caterer goes missing just a week before the big day, it puts a huge black mark on the joyous celebration... -
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Flirting With Love by Melissa Foster
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsVoted BEST BOOK SERIES of 2013 by Supportive Business Moms, UK "...love, loss, lies, grief, finding happiness in the face of adversity, romance, humor, bravery, hot hot hot sex scenes, marriages, births and totally awesome characters." --Supportive Business Moms, UK "Like Nora Roberts, Melissa Foster has captivated me with her fantastic, sexy, romantic stories... -
Forever Connected by Kathleen Brooks
Rated: 4.71 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsYears ago, on the darkest night of Poppy and Zinnia’s lives, they got a letter. It was from three elderly sisters in the small town of Keeneston, inviting them to visit and if interested, take a job. The Rose Sisters had wanted to retire, but they’d wanted family to take over their small café... -
Swoony Billionaire: The Kline Brooks Collection by Max Monroe
Rated: 4.70 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsMeet the swooniest billionaire of all time in one awesome and hilarious romantic comedy collection (all for the price of one novella, too!)This collection includes the following three books: *New York Times bestseller Tapping the Billionaire*Tapping Her*And a BRAND-NEW novella, Be My Billionaire Valentine This is the perfect indulgence for new and old readers alike!A favorite book boyfriend of... -
Bonfires & Hot Chocolate at The Little Duck Pond Cafe by Rosie Green
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIf you love all the colours of autumn, you're sure to warm to this uplifting story of love, loss and starting over. Primrose Wilkins arrived in Sunnybrook with a burning desire to find the family she's never known. But after a heart-breaking false start, she's beginning to have second thoughts... -
Mischief and Mutiny by Hope Callaghan
Rated: 4.69 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAs the Siren of the Seas nears its next port of call, a group of disgruntled crewmembers circulate a petition to have the ship’s purser fired.Millie is shocked to learn that not only is her close friend’s name at the top of the list, but other loyal crewmembers’ names are listed as well... -
Always With You (The Connor Family) by Layla Hagen
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsI’ve always relished being a man of mystery. My LA hotel empire is public, but my private life as plain old Reid Davenport stays that way. Right up until it doesn’t, and the tabloids threaten not just my privacy, but that of my family. I’d do anything to protect them from the limelight... -
Secrets Collide by Kathleen Brooks
Rated: 4.47 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsThe mysterious Cy Davies is coming home. He’s not coming alone either. Having rescued Gemma Perry, a sassy investigative reporter for a gossip magazine, he takes her to the one place he knows he can keep her safe. Keeneston. Gemma Perry was having a bad week. Now she was in a small town where gossip was a currency... -
A Billionaire Rebel by M.S. Parker
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDamon: I’m the Holden brother who doesn’t want to be part of the family business. Singing and performing country music is my only passion, but one night of tragedy changes everything and my world is shattered. Jae: My life isn’t candy canes and rainbows. It’s hard work but I have no complaints. I have a steady job and a family who loves me... -
A Breath of Jasmine by Ava Miles
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsInternational Bestselling Author Ava Miles’ family series, The Merriams, returns for its finale with two long-lost lovers fighting for a second chance despite the odds—with everyone’s favorite matchmakers along to pave their way.Quinn recognized Francesca Maroun as his soulmate the moment he met her in grad school.Of course he did. The Merriams always recognize their soulmates instantly... -
Coffee at The Beach House Hotel by Judith Keim
Rated: 4.55 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsAnn and Rhonda continue to deal with guests at The Beach House Hotel on the Gulf Coast of Florida, including Bobby “Bugs” Bailey, a star player in the NFL. At the Vice-President’s suggestion, Bobby’s coach has sent him there to work to help adjust his behavior after Bobby’s life of fame gets out of control... -
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A Breath of Fresh Air by Jessica Redland
Rated: 4.54 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsThe BRAND NEW uplifting novel from MILLION-COPY BESTSELLER Jessica Redland Rosie feels like there's something missing in her life.She loves her job as the manager of Willowdale Hall Riding Stables, caring for the horses and teaching children to ride, and she loves the home she shares with her mother in the beautiful Lake District... -
Twined Bond by Emma Hart
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAll is well in Holly Woods. My best friend's love triangle is now a happy little circle. My sister-in-law just gave birth to my gorgeous new niece who is the world's best cuddler, and Nonna's—kind of—not on my back every ten minutes about the fact we're getting married in one month. *Supposedly.* Until the mayor's niece—our baker for the wedding—commits suicide... -
Plum Boxed Set 2 by Janet Evanovich
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsThe adventures continue for Stephanie Plum, Trenton's best-known bounty hunter, in these three Complete Plum Novels from #1 Bestselling Author Janet Evanovich!Four to Score: Stephanie Plum is forced to enlist the help of Grandma Mazur, ex-hooker and wannabe bounty hunter Lula, and transvestite rock musician Sally Sweet in an attempt to capture revenge-seeking waitress Maxine Nowicki... -
No Vow Broken by Julie Moffett
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIs it a Dream Wedding or a Bad Dream?Geek girl Lexi Carmichael thought getting married would be just a formality. But when the guests are the pope, the president of the United States, and the first lady, she’d soon find out that weddings, much like life, do not always go as planned... -
The Dark Side: RPD, Book One by Cee Bowerman
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsHolly Hamilton is the kind of woman who knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to work hard to get it. She loved organizing, so she started a successful career in event planning. She wanted children, so she adopted her son and then his little sisters... -
Love on Fire by E.L. Todd
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNeil Crimson is back from his mission. We promised we would just be friends, to keep our hands to ourselves and have a platonic relationship. But I haven't been with anyone since he's been gone...and I miss him so much. When he walks in the door, he's just as strong and handsome as I remember. He's a little thinner than before, but still regal and powerful... -
Blind Bake by Denise Grover Swank
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsThe first book in a new series by USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and New York Times bestselling author, Denise Grover Swank. A month ago, I quit my job and finally left my commitment-phobe boyfriend (seriously Steve, seven years is long enough to know if I’m the one). Then I moved back to my hometown of Cockamamie, Tennessee, to take care of my newly widowed Aunt Deidre... -
Rest In Pink by Jennifer Crusie, Bob Mayer
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsFrom the NY Times Bestselling duo that wrote Agnes and the Hitman, the second book in a new trilogy.Liz Danger is a ghostwriter, stuck in her old hometown for the summer, and trying to get her widowed ex-boyfriend off her leg. Good thing she has Vince Cooper, her recurring one-night stand living down by the river in his old diner car... -
NautiCal: A Forever Wilde Novel by Lucy Lennox
I didn’t mean to stow away on the yacht, I swear. My first mistake was going home with the jerk at the bar, but in my defense, Prescott said he owned the Worthington—ninety feet of sleek, yachty perfection—and if I could get the chief mate’s job, I’d have an excuse to stay on board and keep avoiding my family and my future...Categorized as:
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No Room for Error by Julie Moffett
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTrouble follows me, Lexi Carmichael, like a little black cloud. At least according to my boyfriend, Slash: brilliant hacker, national treasure and vault of secrets. Even I have to admit he could be right. After a series of high-profile cases at my cyberintelligence firm, I was looking forward to a simple job... -
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Fields' Guide to Smuggling by Julie Mulhern
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsHollywood influencer and super-secret spy Poppy Fields is finally taking a well-deserved vacation with her partner Thor.A woman. A man. A private Greek island. What could go wrong?When a storm washes six teenage girls onto the island, trouble comes knocking. The men who trafficked the girls will do anything to get them them back, including killing Poppy and Thor... -
Blazing Summer by Denise Grover Swank
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSummer Butler is killing it in the ratings—and all of America is tuning in as New York Times bestselling author Denise Grover Swank greenlights a new season of TV’s hottest sleuth… Summer Butler had no idea that Darling Investigations would be such a smash. But ratings don’t lie—fans love watching the former star solve real-life crimes in her hometown... -
Rising Storm by Kathleen Brooks
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsKatelyn Jacks was used to being front and center as a model. But she never had to confront the Keeneston Grapevine! After retiring from the runway and returning to town to open a new animal clinic, Katelyn found that her life in the public eye was anything but over... -
Forever Hidden by Kathleen Brooks
Rated: 4.55 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsSome things weren't meant to stay hidden... Sydney Davies is used to being in the spotlight. But the former model turned fashion designer isn’t used to family secrets. Sydney is sent to dig up the past. What she finds instead is Deacon and a case of a missing girl with a link back to her life in the fashion industry... -
The Last Exchange by Charles Martin
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 14 ratings“Here’s the catch—even if I make it out of here alive, I need a reason to breathe again.” When MacThomas Pockets finished his last tour as part of the Scottish Special Forces, he was hired to consult for a film director to finesse some scenes that weren’t working. In a twist he never saw coming, he ended up moving to L.A. to work as the bodyguard for movie star Maybe Joe Sue... -
The Last Exchange by Charles Martin
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 14 ratings“Here’s the catch—even if I make it out of here alive, I need a reason to breathe again.”When MacThomas Pockets finished his last tour as part of the Scottish Special Forces, he was hired to consult for a film director to finesse some scenes that weren’t working. In a twist he never saw coming, he ended up moving to L.A. to work as the bodyguard for movie star Maybe Joe Sue...
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