Michelle Douglas

Fake Date on the Orient Express THE PERFORMANCE OF A LIFETIME? In this Summer Escapes story, when millionaire Lucas West rescues a stunning actress on board the Orient Express to Venice, he has a brilliant idea. He needs a fake girlfriend for the summer, so who better than a woman who pretends for a living? It’s certainly the most unusual role Tally has ever had—and handsome Lucas is now her favourite co-star! Soon their relationship begins to go off-script, but can they trust their emotions enough to write the next act? Tempted by Her Best Friend Billionaire A LUXURY CRUISE—WITH HER FRENEMY! Growing up, Blake Carlisle was Nina’s best friend—until he let both her and his grandmother down. Now his gran’s will has instructed them to cruise the Mediterranean together and fulfil her dying wish! It’s a holiday Nina desperately needs…but having the tech billionaire in tow is bringing up their painful pasts—and their undeniable attraction! Nina’s tempted into a ‘holiday with benefits’ arrangement, but with Blake’s life on the other side of the world, can they ever be anything more than friends? Contains 2 titles! Perfect for fans of: ?? Fake relationship ?? International ?? Friends to lovers

Will a luxury cruise around the Mediterranean be enough to bring two frenemies back together? Find out in the latest Harlequin Romance by Michelle Douglas A LUXURY CRUISE--WITH HER FRENEMY Growing up, Blake Carlisle was Nina's best friend--until he let both her and his grandmother down. Now his gran's will has instructed them to cruise the Mediterranean together and fulfill her dying wish It's a holiday Nina desperately needs...but having the tech billionaire in tow is bringing up their painful pasts--and their undeniable attraction Nina's tempted into a "holiday with benefits" arrangement, but with Blake's life on the other side of the world, can they ever be anything more than friends? From Harlequin Romance: Be swept away by glamorous and heartfelt love stories.

Falling for His Fake Date THE MILLIONAIRE’S PERFECT MATCH? What’s the scoop that every gossip column wants? The answer to why CEO Decker Hughes—who is everybody’s celebrity crush!—is single. Well, his latest ‘date’, Frankie Archer, is about to find out…Because Mr Perfect-on-Paper has tasked her with being his dating coach—if only the workaholic can be tempted away from the business that means everything to him first… But as Frankie’s lessons in love begin, he’s shocked by how their chemistry feels anything but pretend! Still, their relationship isn’t real…is it? The Venice Reunion Arrangement A DIAMOND DEAL WITH THE ITALIAN In this Summer Escapes story, when artist Hallie is hired by her ex, millionaire Lucas, to paint a family portrait she’s determined not to mix business with pleasure. But she's unable to ignore Lucas in the confines of his luxurious Venetian palazzo, and their still-sizzling attraction threatens to resurface… So, when Lucas changes the terms of their arrangement, asking Hallie to be his fake fiancée in order to fulfil his grandfather's dying wish, she can’t say no. But whilst Hallie can’t erase the heartbreak of their past, can Lucas tempt her with a new future together? – Perfect for fans of: Fake dating, Cinderella, International

In the latest Harlequin Romance by Michelle Douglas, an artist gets more than she bargained for when she accepts a commission from her millionaire ex and winds up as his fake fianc e A DIAMOND DEAL WITH THE ITALIAN When artist Hallie is hired by her ex, millionaire Lucas, to paint a family portrait, she's determined not to mix business with pleasure. But she's unable to ignore Lucas in the confines of his luxurious Venetian palazzo, and their still-sizzling attraction threatens to resurface... So when Lucas changes the terms of their arrangement, asking Hallie to be his fake fianc e in order to fulfill his grandfather's dying wish, she can't say no. But while Hallie can't erase the heartbreak of their past, can Lucas tempt her with a new future together--one that isn't just for show? From Harlequin Romance: Be swept away by glamorous and heartfelt love stories. Summer Escapes

The thrill of falling… Includes 2 titles! Perfect for fans of: ?? Royal ?? Billionaire ?? Second chance – After a humiliatingly public break-up, actress Cleo dives onto a boat to evade the press—and comes face to face with its grumpy owner! Only her reluctant rescuer is as attractive as he is guarded, quickly putting Cleo’s vow to swear off men to the test… Famously reclusive thriller author Jude Blackwood has experience in being hounded by the media, so the billionaire begrudgingly offers his beautiful stowaway sanctuary. Yet being in such close proximity proves more dangerous than the paparazzi…because their chemistry is inescapable! A secret fling? Inevitable. But it’s when they catch feelings that they’re in real trouble! Pop princess to future queen? Crown Prince Dorian’s Maldives holiday is supposed to be an escape. But he soon discovers that even paradise isn’t problem-free when he’s unexpectedly reunited with Damica Foye—retired pop star and his childhood pen pal. As a teenager, Dorian found solace in Damica’s understanding of the pressure that being in the limelight creates. Then duty called for Dorian, fame became too much for Damica to bear, and their bond began to break… Now, stuck on an island, will they claim their second chance and this time build more than just a friendship?

In Michelle Douglas's latest Harlequin Romance novel, an actress and former wild child discovers eluding the press is far easier than hiding her growing feelings for the world-famous thriller author she's been lying low with... THE THRILL OF FALLING... After a humiliatingly public breakup, actress Cleo dives onto a boat to evade the press--and comes face-to-face with its grumpy owner Only, her reluctant rescuer is as attractive as he is guarded, quickly putting Cleo's vow to swear off men to the test... Famously reclusive thriller author Jude Blackwood has experience being hounded by the media, so the billionaire begrudgingly offers his beautiful stowaway sanctuary. Yet being in such close proximity proves more dangerous than the paparazzi...because their chemistry is inescapable And a secret fling? Inevitable. But it's when they catch feelings that they're in real trouble From Harlequin Romance: Be swept away by glamorous and heartfelt love stories.

HER PROTECTOR 24/7! Out of her comfort zone, Janie’s signed up to compete on a reality TV show to restore a Greek island resort! It’s for charity, but her over-protective father has hired ex-Army commando Zach to be her bodyguard and teammate. It’s obvious Zach couldn’t be more annoyed about his 'babysitting' assignment. Only as the friction between them sparks into tempting attraction, both must confront why they’ve always shunned relationships. And what happens when they return to the real world…? A CONTRACT FOR A DATE In this Invitation from Bali story, billionaire Will only made up fake girlfriend Summer Bright to pacify his mother’s concerns. So when she brings him face to face with a ‘real’ Summer Bright—someone who shouldn’t exist!—he has to think fast. Will offers to pay the struggling songwriter if she’ll play along and be his plus-one at a wedding. But soon pretending to be in love makes them question whether it’s really all for show…

THE KEY TO CINDERELLA’S INHERITANCE… In this One Year to Wed story, when Anastasia finds herself in need of a husband she turns to her best friend, millionaire tycoon Connor. She’s always carried a torch for the guy from next door, but anything romantic is completely off-limits. The relationship might be faux, but once she’s wearing Connor’s ring Ana’s very real desire for him becomes impossible to hide any longer… Especially when his 'I do' kiss feels anything but fake! 'MARRY ME, LINCOLN.' In this One Year to Wed story, Rose has put everything into running her family’s farm, so she’s furious that her father’s will states she must marry to keep it! All she can do is propose—to anyone. She picks Lincoln, her neighbour, her enemy, and the man she once shared a pulse-racing moment of passion with… She offers him a coveted plot of land in return—but she’s still surprised when he says 'yes' to making her his billion-dollar bride!

Vegas vows—to wedded bliss? During a conference, Ruby’s devastated when she’s passed over for promotion. Confiding in fellow hotel guest Luis turns her pity party into a wild night she’ll never forget… Especially when she wakes up married! Her new (billionaire!) husband proposes a deal: he’ll help her with work if she’ll spend Christmas with him and his meddling parents. But can Ruby pretend to be in love with a stranger when she’s in danger of actually falling for him? Breaking the rules…until Christmas! In this Princesses of Rydiania story, Princess Gisella’s fundraising gala must be a success. It will prove she’s capable of taking the throne she was never meant to ascend. Anxious and exhausted, she’s about to fire her New York PR firm when she meets high-flying CEO Silas. Gisella’s duty-bound to marry royalty, while Silas can’t afford distractions, so a fling is completely forbidden. But their intense connection blurs the lines of tradition…

Reunited with a woman worth fighting for! In this Sons of a Parisian Dynasty story, gorgeous billionaire Raoul is shocked when he bumps into software engineer Fleurine in Paris. They haven’t seen each other in ten years—not since they were denied their happy-ever-after—and he’s never forgotten her. Fleurine is more guarded than before, but the connection between them is stronger than ever. Yet with the past still threatening them can they really claim their second chance? Cinderella and her forbidden Italian! In this One Summer in Italy story, aspiring artist Audrey is staying with newly discovered relatives in Lake Como when she meets renowned sculptor and brooding single dad Gabriel. Their attraction is instant and unexpected—as is his hostility! Is it because Audrey is related to his late wife? When they bond over art and his little girl, their spark ignites into a secret affair. But a summer fling was never meant to be this complicated…

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Why is this moment happening in my life and what can I learn from it?' Michelle Douglas asked and answered this question almost every day for ten years, writing down one thing she learned each day from ages twenty-one to thirty-one. In these pages, she shares her experiences and learnings from the adventures that lie ahead for young adults - moving, working, loving, losing, quitting, building, and more, all while attempting to maintain a strong sense of self. Written for anyone just starting out or suddenly starting over, this field guide - part advice book, part journal - will help you discover the very important yet not-so-obvious lessons to be learned in your own life right now. Things like ... the weakness isn't necessarily where the leak is surround yourself with people who are willing to lift while they climb you can't change the shape of a piece to force it into your puzzle don't go looking for love, go looking for things you love to do it's what you bring to the table, not how long you've been sitting at it Don't Wear Shoes You Can't Walk In equips twentysomethings (and beyond) with powerful tools to enrich their lives and take their next steps forward with confidence.