Kirjahaku

A centuries-old curseGabriel Borelli was born a warrior. He's dedicated to avenging his father's murder and protecting his mother, who's living under a centuries-old curse. He can't allow anything to distract him from his course...not even the one woman who may hold the key to all he desires.A magical connection Shea Tedaldi and her young brother hold a powerful magic men will kill to possess. She needs a hero who won't falter in the face of danger. Gabriel is that hero, even if he refuses. But she won't take no for an answer.A dangerous desireNeither of them expected such searing heat to explode between them. And if that heat consumes them, it could destroy the very things they've vowed to protect.

The price for magic is highSteven Castiglione knows the price that comes with being magical. Hunted for his abilities, he's changed his name and given up his ties to everyone he loves, including the beautiful Arabella. He must constantly fight the seductive nature of the dark power inside of him or risk exposing himself to the evil Malandante who will stop at nothing to have him.But love is worth any priceArabella Luporeale is comfortable straddling the line between the magical world of wolf shifters she grew up in and the non-magical world where she works. But she still yearns for the soul mate who hid himself away three years ago. It's time to get him back. And she'll do whatever it takes - even if it means Steven must give in to the darkness...

For fans of Maya Banks, Beth Kery and Jo Davis comes the first sizzlingly romantic and highly erotic installment in Stephanie Julian's Salon Games series.Some invitations don't need to be sent...only accepted. Antiques dealer Annabelle Elder's life is nowhere near as passionate as the erotic art she collects. Intending to explore her desires at a decadent New Year's Eve party, she finds unexpected passion in the arms of Jared Golden... Handsome, rich and charming, Jared has created an anything-goes pleasure palace at the Haven Hotel, catering to every special wish. Seducing Annabelle was easy, yet being seduced in turn was unanticipated... But in exploring their sensual fantasies, Jared and Annabelle are caught in a web of painful secrets and troubled pasts. And to face the truth they must trust in the power of true love...This game is only the beginning... To play more seductive Salon Games, return to the series with No Reservations and Over Exposed.

For fans of Maya Banks, Beth Kery and Jo Davis comes the second scorching-hot and intoxicatingly romantic installment in Stephanie Julian's Salon Games series.Play by the rules and you'll never get what you deserve.Tyler Golden is all about control. It's an attitude that helped him and his brother build Haven, a boutique hotel in Philadelphia. The only thing Tyler couldn't control was his fiancee's death. It left him emotionally guarded, and willing to go only so far with women: satisfying his sexual needs. Kate Song knows the feeling. Her sole focus is her dream to be a lingerie designer. She's not about to be distracted by any man. No matter who he is. Or how demanding. Or forceful. Or captivatingly sexy. Or so she thought. Tyler has the power to make her dream come true. Who can say no to such a dominating personality? Who would want to? Not Kate. Offering her body for submission is one thing. But giving her heart and soul is another. Now Tyler may discover that the one woman who taught him to love again is the one woman he might not be able to keep.This game isn't over yet... To play more seductive Salon Games, return to the series with Over Exposed. And don't miss Book One in the series, By Private Invitation.

Stephanie Julian once again delivers heart with heat in the latest installment of her Salon Games series. For fans of E. L. James, Sylvia Day, J. Kenner and Beth Kery.When the cameras are off, the real action begins...and he can't look away.Greg Hicks is a Hollywood power player. For years he's enjoyed the perks that come with being a top director and producer: the influence, the wealth...the women. But none of his many conquests have ever possessed the incredible sensuality of the young woman he once watched lose all inhibition in front of his camera. Sabrina Rodriquez's life is far from a Hollywood dream. Refusing to make the same mistakes as her unlucky-in-love mother, she's focused on her first real job and avoiding all distractions, especially those of the male variety. Yet a man as compelling as Greg is difficult to ignore. And the desires he awakens are even harder to quench...Don't miss the erotically charged first installments in the Salon Games series, By Private Invitation and No Reservations.

Two very bad boys trying to go legit...Max and Jesse grew up on the streets of Philadelphia, working for the city's most successful crime boss before attempting to go straight. They're inseparable, their friendship honed by danger. They share everything, including a burning desire for the same woman. But an affair now, while they're still untangling themselves from their past, could be dangerous, not only to their friendship but to their lives. And to hers.One good girl who could be their downfall...Mary Alice has always walked the straight and narrow, but her secret craving for Max and Jesse is fast becoming an obsession. They don't fit into her safe little world of family, friends and work. That doesn't stop her from wanting these intensely sexual men who fascinate her. So when fate hands her an opening, Mary Alice proposes an indecent arrangement guaranteed to rock their worlds.A split-second and a single shot...Their powerfully erotic relationship is shattered in an instant. Jesse and Max stand united even though they're miserable without her. Mally is lonely, hurt and angry but she's not ready to give up on their relationship. She has to make them understand that they're safer together. And that she's much tougher than they realize.

One woman. Two men. One night. Half a million dollars...Erik watches from the shadows, his scars a prison he can't escape. Work is his only refuge. Keegan has watched his best friend retreat from the world for too long after an explosion in their lab nearly killed Erik. Keegan will do whatever it takes to draw Erik out of the darkness. Erik is about to take Keegan up on that promise...Julianne has big dreams but she's in massive debt due to her mother's illness. Her waitressing job will never be enough to make ends meet. But a mysterious offer could solve all her problems. The only catch: She has to have sex with a stranger.Erik wants Keegan to make love to Julianne so he can watch. Keegan is shocked...and secretly thrilled. He wants Julianne just as much as Erik does. Julianne takes the money but never expected to be so excited by the illicit arrangement or to fall for the quiet Keegan and the scarred Erik. But when one night becomes an ongoing affair, will Julianne be able to draw the men out of the shadows and into the light?

He has it all...but he can't have her.Brody Mitchell is a damn good hockey player and has the NHL contract to prove it. He loves the game, but he hates the hype, the spotlight and especially the puck bunnies who only want to score an athlete husband. He's been burned before. He's not looking to repeat that mistake. When he makes a hot connection with a beautiful brunette, he's not expecting forever. She doesn't want to know his name and he's more than happy not to give it.She wants it all...including him.As a brand-new sports reporter for the Philadelphia Record, Tara Downey should be more interested in tracking down a hot trade rumor than in how many times the hot stranger can rock her world. But after bombing out on an assignment, she can't resist a taste of him as a consolation...even if it's only for one night.Tara and Brody spend one amazing night in bed but in the light of day, they find themselves on opposite sides of the boards. Will trust issues ruin their budding romance? Or will love win the day?

One stolen mob princess. Two men who will stop at nothing to get her back.As the daughter of Russian mob royalty, Risa lives on the outskirts of Philadelphia society. True friends are hard to find. Women ignore her unless they want her money. Men pursue her for her father's favor and ice-queen looks. She might as well be a born-again virgin, since the only two men she desires want nothing to do with her and one-night stands have lost their appeal.When a new friend invites her out for a night, Risa jumps at the chance to unwind and have a few drinks somewhere no one knows her. She enjoys the company and the drinks but doesn't realize someone is lying in wait...Kidnapped and put up for auction to the highest bidder, Risa needs a hero. She gets two.Gens has wanted Risa for years. But her father took him in after his parents were murdered and Gens owes him everything. He's buried his love for Risa behind brotherly affection.Tony left behind the Philadelphia underworld when he became a cop and moved west. But after a shocking betrayal, he returns to Philadelphia disgraced and unemployable. Until his boyhood friend Gens gets him a job as a bodyguard...and Tony falls hard for his employer's daughter.The mob enforcer and the former cop will stop at nothing to get her back...And when they have her, Gens will give her whatever she wants to help her heal...even if that means pushing her into the arms of his best friend. But Risa wants them both. And she's not going to take no for an answer.

One woman. Two men. One night. Half a million dollars...Erik watches from the shadows, his scars a prison he can't escape. Work is his only refuge. Keegan has watched his best friend retreat from the world for too long after an explosion in their lab nearly killed Erik. Keegan will do whatever it takes to draw Erik out of the darkness. Erik is about to take Keegan up on that promise...Julianne has big dreams but she's in massive debt due to her mother's illness. Her waitressing job will never be enough to make ends meet. But a mysterious offer could solve all her problems. The only catch: She has to have sex with a stranger.Erik wants Keegan to make love to Julianne so he can watch. Keegan is shocked...and secretly thrilled. He wants Julianne just as much as Erik does. Julianne takes the money but never expected to be so excited by the illicit arrangement or to fall for the quiet Keegan and the scarred Erik. But when one night becomes an ongoing affair, will Julianne be able to draw the men out of the shadows and into the light?

The odds are stacked against them...As the backup goalie for the Philadelphia Colonials, Tim Stanton earned his nickname "Tank" by being an immovable force in net. Hockey has always come first in his life but, at thirty-one, he has an expiration date practically stamped on his ass. It's time to make hard decisions about his future. Retire on his terms or play until his body gives out? And if he stays in net, will he miss his shot to pursue the woman he loves?As the daughter of an NHL Legend and the Colonials' GM, Gabby Mitchell has had to work twice as hard to prove herself as the team's public relations director. Dating a player could be career suicide, especially one on her own team. But no one has ever matched up to the quiet, broody hunk of a goalie who happens to be her brother's best friend. When Gabby dumps her most recent mistake, a chance encounter with Tim leads to a stolen, steamy kiss...and a full-blown secret affair.Gabby and Tim have skated around their feelings for years, but now their passion is reaching a boiling point. Will Tim's uncertain future and a scandal involving Gabby's brother tank their relationship before they have a chance to score their happily-ever-after?

Looking to score loveSugar Donahue is determined to live life on her own terms, even if that means working three dead-end jobs to make ends meet. The only bright spot in her day is the moment the hottest player on the Philadelphia Colonials hockey team walks into the diner where she works. Too bad he's so far out of her league he might as well be on another planet. RJ Mitchell wants Sugar any way he can have her-on a table, up against a wall, whatever he can get. He's at the top of his game and a fan favorite, but his life feels stuck in neutral. He's not willing to risk his heart, but he'll take whatever Sugar's willing to give. But when eyes meet, and breath stops, and heat sizzles every time they touch, neither can resist the attraction. RJ's been burned by women before and Sugar's insecurities make her feel like she's skating on thin ice. Are they willing to face off at the red line and take the shot, to score the love of a lifetime?

Une femme. Deux hommes. Une seule nuit.Kat refuse de c der l'injonction de sa m re d' pouser un homme qu'elle ne supporte pas. Apr s des ann es ne faire confiance personne, ni son coeur ni son corps, elle veut se faire s duire, perdre la t te et s'abandonner compl tement, ne serait-ce que pour une nuit.Tristan convoite Kat depuis des ann es. Elle est la femme qu'il veut voir entre lui et son meilleur ami, Adam, et il a enfin fait son choix. Il va la piquer son fr re, qui ne la m rite pas. Ensuite, lui et Adam lui donneront exactement ce dont elle a besoin.D sormais pr te prendre le contr le de sa vie, Kat d m nage Philadelphie pour ouvrir son propre cabinet d'avocate et pour prendre le risque de donner son coeur aux deux hommes qui lui ont ouvert les yeux sur le d sir.Tristan et Adam sont d termin s garder Kat pr s d'eux et conqu rir son coeur. Mais les risques du m tier et les obligations familiales se liguent pour les s parer avant que leur fragile relation n'ait une chance de se transformer en quelque chose de plus fort.Kat, Tristan et Adam pourront-ils construire une base solide pour leur vie ensemble ? Ou toutes les choses pour lesquelles ils se sont battus vont elles s' crouler autour d'eux ?

Elle est une distraction parfaite...Le gardien de but Shane Conrad doit se concentrer sur son jeu, pas trouver une femme pour l'emmerder. Mais c'est ce qui arrive quand il rencontre une rousse qui fait monter plus que sa pression sanguine. Une nuit torride avec Bliss Vescovi et Shane gagne nouveau des matchs. Mais il ne gagne aucun point avec Bliss.Et lui un coup d'un soir torride...Bliss ne cherche pas de relation, surtout pas avec un homme ardent et d termin , habitu tout contr ler. Le besoin de contr le de son ex a presque fait d'elle son esclave affective. Elle a jur de ne plus jamais laisser un autre homme avoir ce genre d'emprise sur elle. En revanche un coup d'un soir avec un hockeyeur sexy qui ne sera pas toujours l ? Tout fait faisable.L'humour d cal de Shane et son sourire ravageur brisent l'armure de son coeur et la chaleureuse Bliss offre Shane une vie en dehors de la glace. Jusqu' ce que Shane re oive l'appel qu'il attendait... pour la LNH (Ligue nationale de Hockey). Bliss sait que leur liaison est termin e, mais Shane n'abandonnera pas sans se battre. a n'est pas pour rien que son surnom est Le mur de brique...

Il y va fond et passe l'acte...Riley Hatch est un joueur de hockey de la ligue mineure qui parle vite et qui a la r putation d' tre un broyeur. Il y va fond, frappe fort et r cup re le palet. Il n'est pas connu pour abandonner et, lorsqu'il rencontre une blonde cool qui appuie sur tous les bons boutons, il n'est pas pr t accepter qu'on lui dise non.Elle ne va pas se laisser prendre son jeu...L'aversion d'Aly Martin pour les athl tes professionnels s'estompe devant le dieu du hockey qui la domine du haut de ses un m tre quatre-vingt-dix. Il est tout ce qu'elle n'aime pas chez un homme... ouvertement sexy, brut de d coffrage et insistant. Et absolument irr sistible.Riley tombe pic, m me s'il sait qu'il lui faudra une sacr e d termination pour lever les r serves d'Aly. Mais son plus vif souhait de jouer en LNH lui co tera-t-il la femme de ses r ves ?

She has one wicked desire...Elise Perrault has more money than she could ever spend in a lifetime, but it can't buy her happiness. Or a lover. She wants a man who sees her as a woman and not a wealthy heiress. She wants a steamy affair with a hot guy to fill the ache inside her. Her dating drought has lasted more than a year so she creates a fake profile to find a no-string-attached lover. But two of her sexiest staffers discover her plan and plot to come to her rescue.They'll make her wish come true...Hard-ass Manny Bianchi and playboy Rob Henry have been friends since boarding school and work together at Perrault Financial. Manny, chief security officer, believes he and Rob can safely give Elise what she wants. Rob, bored with his job, is always looking for the next thrill. Rob knows Manny's been lusting after Elise for years. So has he, but he never wanted to cross that line. Until now.Can Manny and Rob turn Elise's bad decision into the best decision of their lives? And can a no-strings-attached romp become lifelong love?