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Secret Heir for Christmas by LaQuette Will the man next door tempt him with a second chance? After losing his wife to the dark side of fame, Actor Carter Jiménez avoids the celebrity world at all costs. Now he must protect both his young daughter and his still-broken heart. But when his seemingly understated neighbour, Stephan Devereaux-Smith, challenges his carefully constructed world, Carter wonders if it’s a second chance at love, or if Stephan’s famous family will end things for good… An Off-Limits Merger by Naima Simone To seal the deal, it’s hands off the CEO’s daughter… Motorcycle executive Bran Holleran is a heartbeat away from taking his company to the next level. An affair with the daughter of his most important investor could destroy everything. But Tatum Haas is temptation itself. Despite swearing off love after a devastating betrayal, the socialite finds the bad-boy businessman impossible to resist…until a shocking secret threatens their blazing connection!

'This contemporary romance delivers a compelling mix of charm, emotional depth, and undeniable chemistry.' ????? 'I devoured this book. I was locked in from page and couldn’t put it down until the end.' ????? 'I loved the plot and fell for the characters straight away' ????? From finding herself to finding him… Aaliyah Montgomery isn’t just ditching her wedding. She’s also fleeing her suffocating small town and her family’s expectations. But landing a job in Chicago that fits her schedule isn’t easy. Good thing Von Howard is desperate to find a live-in nanny. Bad thing that he’s a gritty, gorgeous tattoo artist carrying as much baggage as he has ink. Von’s new hire is inexperienced and a fire hazard in the kitchen. She’s also inconveniently attractive. But after the upheaval of a divorce, Von doesn’t need anything complicated. Deep down, Aaliyah’s still running – from her feelings and her fear of losing herself to someone else’s expectations again. Even as their pasts return to haunt them, is their undeniable heat a sign it’s time for a love they didn’t see coming – Perfect for fans of: Workplace romance ?? Small town to big city ?? Grumpy v sunshine ?? He's her boss ?? Spicy ??? – Readers love Naima Simone: 'Entertaining, funny, page-turner' ????? 'I was upset last night when I couldn’t finish this it was so good' ????? 'A page turner to the very end' ?????

DELUXE EDITION--featuring beautiful dark red sprayed edges Welcome to the dark world of The Hunted Kingdom where the daughters of modern-day mob families are reimagined fairy tale princesses like you've never seen before. In Huntsman, family is power... and power is everything. Nine years ago, my aunt took everything from me. My world. My throne. My mother. I've bided my time since then, serving under her in the Mwuaji crime family, but she's crossed another line. She put a price on my head, sending the legendary assassin the Huntsman, Malachi Bowden, after me. The Huntsman's never failed a contract before, but I know everything there is to know about him. It's finally time for me to take my revenge and finish the war my aunt started. The Huntsman might be my death. But Malachi Bowden? He's my weakness.

DELUXE EDITION--featuring beautiful blue sprayed edges From USA Today bestselling author Naima Simone comes a scorching new dark romance in The Hunted Kingdom series. He'll burn it all to the ground to keep her. Her fire will consume his soul. Today, my father gifted me with the best present: he died. He left the House of Cross behind-my legacy. But my father left the multibillion drug empire to pure evil. My stepbrother, Asad Prince. He wasn't counting on how this has finally given me freedom. As the last Cross, I'll leave it all behind. And I will have the last laugh too: I will take the formula for the drug I created with me. But Asad wants more. More control over the House of Cross. More of me. He knows exactly how to get both: by threatening me to marry him. If I disagree, he'll kill the few people I love. I won't make it easy for him. And I will not fall into temptation. Because Asad might be my mortal enemy-but he's also everything I want. EMBER is a dark mafia romance that explores themes, subjects, and scenes that may not be suitable for everyone. Please see the author's content note at the beginning of the book. Tropes: Enemies to lovers Arranged marriage Forced proximity Touch her/him and die Morally grey MMC/FMC Fairy tale reimagining

"Passion, heat and deep emotion--Naima Simone is a gem " --Maisey Yates, New York Times bestselling authorAs the ex-mayor's daughter, Jenna Landon has spent her life aiming for perfection--and missing. The pressure and disappointment turned her into a bit of a mean girl, but now she's tired of protecting her soft heart, of hiding her losses--she's ready to leave Rose Bend and start over. But before she can leave, she has to endure the town's carnival fundraiser, her father's reelection campaign...and the pain-in-the-tail giant who just moved in next door.Wrestling coach Isaac Hunter didn't mean to disturb his neighbor with his music while fixing his car. But if anyone could use "messing with," it's prissy, perfect, sexy Jenna Landon. Soon their clashes turn into something hotter. Recently divorced, his focus should be rebuilding his life, not an... entanglement with a woman who spells nothing but trouble. Because Jenna is leaving Rose Bend. And they both know he can't go with her, and he can't ask her to stay...Bonus novella Tattoo artist Erik Mann never should've agreed to hire his best friend's sister. Against the odds, he's built a successful business in Rose Bend and has everything exactly as he likes it. The last thing he needs is her sweeping in, changing things. He doesn't know whether to throw her out...or kiss her. Not that either is an option. Her brother made it clear that she's strictly off-limits.Rose BendBook 1: The Road to Rose BendBook 2: Christmas in Rose BendBook 3: With Love from Rose BendBook 4: Mr. Right Next Door

"Passion, heat and deep emotion--Naima Simone is a gem " --Maisey Yates, New York Times bestselling authorHe's the best mistake she ever made...Back in Rose Bend after a work trip that went wrong, Florence "Flo" Dennison craves the kind of distraction only a searing fling with a gorgeous stranger can provide. And she gets it--in an encounter hot enough to leave scars. But satisfaction turns to shock when Flo realizes her one-night stand is leading the restoration project she's been hired to photograph. And his sweet little girl has decided Flo's her new bestie...Single dad and architect Adam Reed wants stability for his daughter, and he's sure that Flo--young, ambitious, beautiful--isn't looking for that. But when his nanny bails and Flo helps him out, it becomes impossible to keep their distance. Now, navigating tangled family ties and her own trust issues, Flo has to decide if one wild night can become so much more.Bonus novella Brooklyn Hayes just woke up in Vegas married to her best friend, who also happens to be her sister's ex. Will they make it through a trip back home without spilling their secret...or falling in love?Rose BendBook 1: The Road to Rose BendBook 2: Christmas in Rose BendBook 3: With Love from Rose BendBook 4: Mr. Right Next DoorBook 5: The Single Dad Project

Passion, heat and deep emotion--Naima Simone is a gem --Maisey Yates, New York Times bestselling author A second chance never sounded so good... For Cher Dennison, not even a voice that rivals Aretha's is enough to save her failed singing career. After six years of chasing the spotlight, Cher brings her broken dreams back home for a fresh start. But a shocking surprise upon her return hints at a sizzling summer fling from her past...one she's never been able to forget. Award-winning producer Judah "JP" Preston rolls into the small town of Rose Bend for one reason: to find the singer responsible for the best demo he's ever heard. It's a solid distraction, after a scintillating tryst in London turned sour. Yet when he discovers his sought-after songstress and the woman who broke his heart are one and the same, they'll both have to decide if they have what it takes for an encore. Rose Bend Book 1: The Road to Rose BendBook 2: Christmas in Rose BendBook 3: With Love from Rose BendBook 4: Mr. Right Next DoorBook 5: CANCELLED IN HERS: The Single Dad Project

"She's a preacher's daughter, a runaway bride and now the (not quite) qualified nanny for a sexy tattoo artist with a beautiful daughter--and a dirty mouth. What's a bad boy to do with a woman like her? Everything... Aaliyah Montgomery isn't just ditching her wedding. She's also fleeing her suffocating small town and her family's expectations. She's got plans--for college, for finding herself. But landing a job in Chicago that fits her schedule isn't easy. Good thing Von Howard is desperate to find a live-in nanny. Bad thing that he's a gritty, grumpy, gorgeous tattoo artist carrying as much baggage as he has ink. Von's new hire is inexperienced and a fire hazard in the kitchen. She's also all thick curls, thicker curves, and a distracting mix of innocence and sensuality. After the upheaval of a divorce, he just needs a nanny, not a sneaky link. Meanwhile, Aaliyah is bonding with his seven-year-old and showing an unexpected flair for tattoo art. Who could resist? Yet deep down, Aaliyah's still running--from her feelings and her fear of losing herself to someone else's expectations again. Even as their pasts return to haunt them, their undeniable heat says maybe it's time to stand and fight for a love they didn't see coming."

Looking like sin and smelling like trouble

Some sins refuse to let go. Six months after concert pianist Aslyn Jericho survives an attack at the hands of an obsessed fan, she is still trying to resume a normal life, despite the paralyzing fears that have stolen her ability to play and perform. Enter her gorgeous and mysterious neighbor with news that threatens to send her spiraling back into her nightmares. Her stalker has returned. And he wants Aslyn. Months after security specialist Chayot Gray

Plain-Jane computer programmer Khloe Richardson needs a date-one to make the prince of her dreams jealous. Maybe then he'll finally see her as a desirable swan and not the ugly duckling in the second office from the left. But when she bids on a bachelor at a charity auction, the man she wins is millionaire Niall Hunter-who once made intense, passionate love to her and then left without a word. She's determined not to let her guard down again-among other things-around the infamous Irish lothario.Niall never imagined his penance for one hot-as-hell night with his best friend's little sister would be transforming her from a shy wallflower to a sultry siren. Helping her attract another man is torture...especially when he promised his friend he'd stay away. Plus, she wants forever, and he's not a forever kind of guy. But Niall can't stop wanting her. Can't stop touching her. Can't stop, period. And damn if he can remember why he has to...

From USA Today bestselling author Naima Simone comes an electrifying romance about a pro basketball player and a graphic novelist who can’t seem to stay in the friend zone. Miriam It’s no coincidence that my family’s breakup service is called BURNED Inc. I know what it’s like to be dumped. I’ve been there. Long story short, I’ve got a rule when it comes to my love life: no athletes. As it happens, my best friend, Jordan, is a professional basketball player. He also has a delicious body and sexy tattoos. But rules are rules. Jordan Miriam is my best friend. She’s also the love of my life, the woman I’ve been dreaming about since we met. But she doesn’t do athletes. I get it. I really do. And I just want Miriam to be happy. Which is why I set her up with a teammate to help her find the man she deserves—even though I can tell she’s into me from that one hot-as-hell night we shared months ago. Still, rules are rules. But here’s the thing: I’m a competitor. And sometimes you have to break the rules to win.

From USA Today bestselling author Naima Simone comes Heated, a sizzling novel about a breakup professional who embarks on a fake relationship with a client’s ex—the one person she wasn’t supposed to fall for. Zora I’m Denver’s unmatchmaker. Every city needs one. Why? Because people break up—and sometimes they should. But when I learn that entertainment attorney Cyrus Hart is someone else’s mistake, I can’t believe it. He’s smart, successful, and sexy as hell. When a chance encounter with Cyrus turns into something more, I can’t help but fall for him. Our chemistry is undeniable. But his ex used my company to send him that letter—and that’s a problem. Especially since he doesn’t know I own the company. How can this possibly work? I know from experience that the riskiest ventures are the worthiest ones…but falling for Cyrus Hart may be my biggest gamble yet. Cyrus I’m a man with a plan—college, law school, a great career. So far, so good. Until a stranger shows up on my doorstep and reads me a breakup letter from my girlfriend. My carefully laid plans unravel. But then I meet someone new. It’s spontaneous. It’s electric. And it’s not according to plan.

Boston socialite Morgan Lett is having a run of bad luck. Her fianc just dumped her for her stepsister, the charity foundation she's given her life to is in danger of folding, and now, the gorgeous man she bid on and won at a masquerade bachelor auction turns out to be a cold-hearted jerk...and her new employer.Millionaire Alexander Bishop needs the best wife money can buy. In order to inherit his family business, he must get engaged-fast. And Morgan, with her beauty and pedigree, is the perfect candidate. Her sharp tongue may drive him crazy, but she needs money to save the foundation she loves, and he needs a fianc e. It's a flawless arrangement-no strings, no love. But soon she has him craving more, and cursing the platonic terms of their agreement.Still, he won't allow need-no matter how hot it burns-to threaten everything he's built.

In the world of fairy tales, being wicked has never felt so good... Bargain with the Beast Desperate to keep her neighborhood community center open, Gwendolyn Sinclair seeks out Xavier St. James, her childhood friend...and brother of her dead fianc . Xavier possesses the funds necessary to keep the center open, but he offers another bargain-a devil's bargain: submit her body to his pleasure for seven days and the building doesn't close its doors. Left scarred from an accident, Xavier is bitter, resentful and alone. When Gwendolyn reappears in his life, need and loneliness overrides conscience and he proposes an arrangement she can't afford to refuse. With the woman he has always wanted-but could never have-finally in his bed, he hungers for more. Her heart. But could she come to love a beast? A Perfect Fit For no-nonsense, less-than-warm Rowyn Jeong, being labeled the plainer, wicked stepsister has never bothered her...until Darius Fiore reappears in her life. Months ago, they indulged in a hot one-night stand, and the sexy business tycoon branded her like no man had before. But his return threatens her position within her stepfather's company, and he's the man her stepsister Cindy has within her sights-and hands. Behind closed doors, Daruis discovered more lay beneath Rowyn's hard exterior than the ice queen she presents to her family. Now, he understands the aloof reserve. Her family's disregard has left her hungry for love and acceptance. But breaking down her walls will be no easy task. Especially since his presence threatens everything she's worked so hard to achieve. Beware. These aren't your mother's bedtime stories...