Romance

ONCE A MISTRESS

Her love will capture the ultimate treasure—his heart.
Diana Covington is a dutiful daughter with a boring future all mapped out for her. A shipping fortune and lush Jamaican estate that will someday be hers, a husband of her father’s choice. Romance and Caribbean adventure exist only in her dreams, in which the Black Spaniard, El Moreno, plays a starring role.

Until she is kidnapped by the evil pirate Marcus, and her girlish fantasies quickly turn to nightmares.

Alex Rawnsley’s dark Spanish looks makes him the perfect choice to take on the identity of El Moreno. His mission is to bring Marcus to justice, but his heart thirsts for blood. Vengeance for his brother’s murder is within his grasp when Diana’s kidnapping throws a hitch in his strategy.

Snatching her from Marcus’s clutches is easy enough, but what to do with her now? He cannot return her home lest she be taken again. He has no choice but to keep the distracting, innocent beauty aboard his ship. In his cabin. In his bed. The temptation to make her his own grows stronger by the hour…but opening his heart to love may forever close the door on his quest for revenge.

In Stores: December 13, 2011

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BABY BATALLION

“Dying” had been his best chance at protecting her. Coming home was the only way to keep her alive.
Nolan Law is a dead man. Five years ago, his pregnant wife buried him—a soldier cut down in a desert war, a man who would do anything to protect those he loved. Even fake his death. His beloved Tess was safe as long as he was gone. Now a new assignment thrusts him back into her life—and puts her at risk once more. When Tess looks at him, Nolan knows she sees a ghost. Tess deserves to know why this stranger stirs her passion so intensely, why her husband’s eyes stare back at her from his unfamiliar, scarred face. Yet discovering the truth will only resurrect the danger Nolan “died” to protect her from.

In Stores: November 29, 2011

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SOME LIKE IT HOT

 Sexy, single, and even sweeter than the treats he bakes, New York pastry chef Danny Lunden is trying to stay focused on food – not females. With the Rising Star Chef competition approaching, he doesn’t have time to get all steamed up over the gorgeous woman he encounters on the plane to Chicago; even if she is Eva Jansen – the billionaire heiress in charge of the contest…Danny assumes the ‘Eva the Diva’ is a spoiled rich girl who doesn’t share his passion for food. But when the two meet up again in an elevator – alone – they share more than just passion. They share a kiss hot enough to start a kitchen fire-and they’re hungry for more. To Indulge their new secret craving, Eva and Danny have to break every rule in the cookbook. But-like chocolate and caramel-some ingredients are so sinfully good together, one scrumptious bite is never enough…

In Stores: November 29, 2011

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PRIVATE EYE PROTECTOR

After an accident, single mother Rayne Sampson loses her recent memories. Thankfully, her sweet baby girl is front and center in her mind—but so is the terrifying image of a dangerous man. Someone with terrible intent is after her. Private investigator Chance Richardson assures her she’s safe. But when her life—and baby—are threatened, the handsome former army chaplain vows to catch the stalker…all while keeping his heart guarded. Until a predator’s ultimate betrayal changes everything forever.

In Stores: November 1, 2011

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FIRES OF WINTER

A sparkling prize, the beautiful Mellusine of Ulle is awarded to the bastard-born Bruno of Jernaeve as a spoil of war. Bruno vows to tame the rebellious spirit of the captive beauty– but ultimately surrenders to her charms. Born of different worlds, joined in the flames of passion and intrigue, they find new strength in each other’s arms…and a burning love that defies all eternity.

In Stores: November 1, 2011

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ROPED IN

Until now, tomboyish and workaholic ranch owner Nicki has suppressed her sexy hankerings…despite the temptation of her hottie-hot-hot ranching neighbor, Shane Carter.
It took a makeover and a Halloween party to transform Nicki from nice to naughty. But when a mix-up finds Shane slipping into her bedroom—and her bed!—Nicki decides it’s time to take her new look (and Shane) for a spin!

Now Nicki is ready to play, and Shane can’t help but want more. And more. But this is supposed to be a temporary arrangement… So what happens to their role-playing hanky-panky when they run into their real selves?

In Stores: October 18, 2011

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MODEL MARINE

Subject: Captain Will Hughes, U.S. Marine Corps
Current Status: On assignment in NYC— suddenly recruited to shed the uniform!

Mission: Serve as model, muse and man-toy without running afoul of the general.

Obstacle: Hannah Harrington, fashion world It girl.

Hannah narrowly escapes Fashion Week disaster by hijacking gorgeous Will for her runway show—after all, rock-hard abs are the ultimate accessory. His good deed nearly lands him in the brig, but he’ll risk anything to get back into her bed….

Hannah can’t figure out how this model marine got under her skin—they’re complete opposites! But sexy Will not only ignites her senses, he fuels her creativity: an irresistible combination, even if it can’t last. Can two steamy weeks together satisfy their lust…or will they have to extend this mission?

In Stores: October 18, 2011

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THE CAPTAIN’S MISSION

When one of his soldiers is killed by live ammunition during what was supposed to be a simple training exercise, Captain Phil Thibodeaux wants answers. Even if it means working with the Criminal Investigation Division that seems certain to pin the blame on him. But after CID agent Kelly McQueen defends his conduct, Phil realizes that there’s more to the dedicated agent than meets the eye. Maybe she’s someone he can trust, after all. And he’ll need someone to rely on as investigations lead him to doubt everyone else—even his own soldiers.

In Stores: October 4, 2011

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THE HARD-TO-GET COWBOY

What Seriously Single Cowboy Is Getting Serious About Thunder Canyon’s Most Eligible Bachelorette?
The marriage proposals are flying—and Laila Cates is saying “I won’t” to every eligible cowboy from Montana to Texas! The independent beauty has sworn off romance. But we hear she’s been changing her tune ever since the new man in town set his sights on her….

Settling down is the last thing on Jackson Traub’s mind. The oilman-turned-rancher is here to take care of family business, but the minute he sees Laila, he knows she’s got to be his. And soon, the sparks between them have the whole town ablaze! Maybe the good-time cowboy and Thunder Canyon’s most eligible bachelorette are having second thoughts about this whole happily-ever-after business. Stay tuned, devoted readers, to see if love can change these two willful hearts!

In Stores: September 20, 2011

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ENTICEMENT

Once trouble moves in, it can throw a kink in your plans. Evie’s future finally looks as tidy as the Yorkshire house she shares with Ross, her serious boyfriend. Until she comes home and sneaks into his after-work shower—and discovers she’s just jumped a naked stranger with mysterious, deep-running ties to Ross’s past. Fresh from a bartending stint in Japan, Kit plans to move into his newly inherited house as soon as it gets a roof. Meanwhile, his old friend Ross has offered him a spare room. How better entertain himself than by pushing Evie’s buttons…and her boundaries? Risk isn’t Ross’s style—at least, not anymore—but then again, he was never able to say no to Kit. Memories of their wild adventures still spice his sexual fantasies. Fantasies that could cost him Evie’s love, if she knew. Captured by Kit’s bad-boy charm, Evie finds her vision of domestic bliss rapidly fading in the growing intensity of Kit’s dark sexuality. Kit knows he’s playing fast and loose with Ross and Evie’s relationship, but he’s certain he can win them over and have what he’s always wanted. A three-way romance. Even if his last attempt ended in a disaster that comes back to haunt them all…

In Stores: October 4, 2011

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