Vivian Rose Lee

BlurbThe aloof and enigmatic Martin Holland never saw it coming when he locked eyes with the captivating Tianna Kinson. Was it love at first sight-or just an irresistible pull of desire? Either way, Martin knew one thing for certain: he had to have *her*. Forewarned about Tianna's fiery spirit, he didn't back down-he welcomed the challenge.Tianna, on the other hand, was terrified of the emotions Martin stirred within her. But one taste of his love, and she was hooked. What began as an electric connection evolved into a powerful love that would define them. Together, they became a couple whose bond not only endured but thrived, weathering every storm life threw their way.Join Martin and Tianna on their unforgettable "love's journey," where passion meets perseverance and love conquers all.

Cayla Sherman is distraught over the recent loss of her incredible husband, but before she even has time to fully grieve, she is dealt another harsh blow that almost brings her to her knees. However, Cayla is motivated to "get back up again" in order to weather the storms of deception and destruction. Maxwell Washington had been best friends with Jonathan Sherman since childhood. But when his best friend dies, Max is emotionally lost and spent. Somehow Max must pick up the pieces and find Jon's missing wife, Cayla, so that he can keep his promise of watching over her through her sorrow and pain. Will Cayla and Max find more than friendship? We can only imagine.

Robin Dillon was sick of the same ole, same ole issue with Jared "Jet Arm" Grant: Marriage. The couple was always the topic of discussion lately on the subject of forever after. Even though the words of marriage never left her mouth, Jay felt she was behind all of the marriage inquiries from their families. Robin grew tired of the accusations and called for a split. Jay needed to get ahold of his issues before she even considered taking him back. Plus, she had a stalker on her tail.Jay couldn't believe Robin had the gall to break up with him. Yeah, he had issues, but he'd be damned if he would be pressured into marriage. After the emotional job his "ex" and mother did to his head, he honestly didn't fully trust Robin either. Of course he loved her, but what did "love have to do with it?" He would soon get his answers when his wall comes tumbling down....

The much-requested sequel to bestseller Destined is here The story of Zuri Kinson and Edmond "Rock" Smith takes place in real-time with the sensational story of her twin, Zada, and charismatic Giovanni.Things aren't always as they appear. What happens when it all comes to light?Zuri knew she had to make some hard decision. They may not have been the right ones, but she made them anyway. She just hoped she didn't lose the man she had loved all her life.Rock had gotten caught up in something that was not of his doing. All he knew was that he had to convince the woman he loved that it was not his fault. These two will have to go through a few obstacles that will keep them drifting apart before they can find their way back to each other. This story will take you on an emotion-filled journey from page one, with heart-warming sensuality, several surprises, side-splitting humor and more incredible reunions. This couple will be challenged as they give you a glimpse inside their secret, sweet love

What happens when a renegade Lord of the realm and the future Duke meets his match? This handsome sailor and wealthy plantation owner lives life on his own terms; however, when circumstances throw him together with the most incredible woman he has ever met, he learns what true love inspires you to do.Lady Charlotte Hammond, the beautiful niece of the powerful Duke of Montague, can match wits with the best of them. She astounds men and women alike with her ability to duel, play chess and verbally debate with most anyone.He is indeed amazed by this unique woman. Now, he has to confront the biggest hurdle of all, her mixed heritage. Join us as we tell the story of how love conquers all, in this tale of English aristocracy. It's good to know that Love Reigns.

Wow, there she stood, Vena Thorn, the one that got away. Tyler Kinson never thought that he would ever lay eyes on her again. This vision was older but more beautiful and angelic then she was eight years ago. Oh, how he regretted letting her walk out of his life, but never again. She was captured and branded but didn't have a clue. Yet.After being brutalized by her " Ex," Vena had no intentions of ever loving another man and that included her best friend, Tyler Kinson. As much as she missed their friendship, she held tormented secrets close to her heart. Ones that Tyler could never know. But Tyler's hot pursuit could convince her to give love another try. So, ignoring her fears, she allowed herself one magical night in his arms. Would her fears hold true? Would he stay? or Would he walk away.

Cynada Jeffers was venturing from her comfort zone into a world that was way over her head. It was her only resort. She allowed her best friend to set her up as an escort to make the money needed to take care of her sick mother. However, when she knocked on his penthouse door, the client was not at all what she expected. Could she go through with this, after meeting the man that caused her to stop breathing and move on when it was all over?International businessman Enzi "Gio" Giordano was only in the states because of a poker game. He wanted his best friend to set him up with a beautiful woman for company during his stay. When he saw her, at first, he thought his jokester pal had pulled off another prank. That thought soon evaporated, when the little vixen told him off and vanished, but not before destroying his money. Never having to chase a woman before, why was he so frantic to find this stranger who had his heart racing?

Lauren Caldwell again watched as Semiyon James swaggered into Magnifique's with two women, twins, clinging to his arms. How she wished at that moment she could blend into the leather seating of the booth. She had watched him over the years as he juggled women like a world-class juggler. She didn't know when she had fallen in love with the junkie whore, but she had. So, she had to endure his escapades whenever they found themselves thrown together at the same venue. Lauren was now an A-list designer with her life pretty much mapped out. So why should she care what Semiyon James did and who he did it with?Semiyon James, former NBA basketball player and current coach of the Philadelphia Razors was on top of the world. He was rid of his philandering wife and could pull any woman he wanted with just a crook of his finger. Until he met the beautiful and shy Lauren Caldwell. She was totally immune to his handsome face and suave charm. He wanted her. For her he would give up his wicked ways if only she'd give him the time of day.Once the couple decided to give a relationship a try, evil steps in in the form of his ex-wife and Lauren's man-loving cousin. Could Semi and Lauren endure the trouble that was in store for them or would they let it destroy the man with the compassionate heart?

Zulayka Thornton was your average genius engineering nerd. She lived to create and enjoy her carefree bohemian lifestyle. For Zulayka life was good, that is until her father died leaving her continue his legacy of Thornton Industries. She was an engineer not a corporate shark, she didn't know where to start by having administrative control of the successful business. Before she could get use to the idea of the responsibility that had just dropped in her lap, she started receiving threats against her life.Olen Davidsons, brother to Quiana McAfee was assigned to protect Zulayka Thornton. Outright he made it known that he was not happy with what he called a babysitting assignment, but he went along because he was part of a team. He was even more disappointed when he met the woman he was to protect. She was 21st century hippie, with a high IQ, a smart mouth eccentric.All he wanted was to get through this job, and find the woman of he had fallen in love in with. What started out as a babysitting assignment has turned into some international espionage with Zulayka's company as the prize. His cavalier attitude in the protection of the women he as assigned to almost causing her serious injury. Olen was now determined to put his life on the line to protect her. What he didn't ask for was feeling he was starting to have for the eccentric hippie. He was already in love with the woman of his dreams, wasn't he?

A Gentle HeartJared Grant, star quarterback for the Philadelphia Stallions, was unsure when his life started to spiral out of control. On suspension from the hometown championship team and position he'd coveted as a child, time was running out to reverse the path he'd chosen. His blind devotion to the beautiful woman at his side had alienated his family and ruined his reputation with his team and adoring fans. Keeping her happy was draining the life out of him, but he loved Annette, didn't he? Jared knew he had to end the relationship to save any chance of returning to his beloved team. Robin Dillon was the prudish and always professional personal assistant to one of Jared's team owners. Juggling problems brought on by her widowed father's abandonment, she was saddled with caring for an elderly relative, while funding the education of twin siblings at an Ivy League college. Secretly every weekend, Robin found herself on stage performing to ease the financial strain.While partying with friends at a popular night spot, Jared was shocked to discover the mousy PA was actually a talented performer hiding her beauty beneath all the dowdiness. Swearing to keep her secret from their employers, they soon became close friends. Robin eagerly professed her love and within hours watched him return to the arms of the woman intent on destroying him and the Stallions.Will he be able to thwart the destruction of his team and family when a vengeful blackmail plot is revealed? Will Robin be able to trust Jared's family and her employers after learning they'd orchestrated her betrayal?

Ivy Miller had a two-day fling with the most gorgeous man she had ever laid eyes upon. Now, thirteen years later, their fling's "big" secret is about to come full circle. She has no choice but to seek out Delco Whalen for her back is up against the wall. And if Delco refuses to help her, she will have to become a fugitive on the run-in order to protect what she holds most precious and dear to her heart.After a five-year-stint in Italy, Delco Whalen's return home is long overdue. But, his jubilant welcome will be met with an unexpected explosion of fireworks that will rock his world. Plus being around family has him wishing for just a smidgen of the happiness he witnesses in his brother's lives. Is this only a pipe dream of wishful thinking? Or, will Delco recognize and capture the woman of his heart before she tires of "giving the milk away for free" and puts him "out to pasture."

Rocky Curtis II's, personal assistant, Quiana Morgan, and bodyguard, Troy McAfee, never could be in each other's presence for more than one minute before they were at each other's throat. However, for their diligence and loyalty, Rocky gifted Quiana and her four-member team with a cruise vacation. One evening, Quiana found herself walking the deck of the cruise ship when she bumped into her nemesis, Troy aka Thor. Neither were expecting what came next, a ship board romance that hit them out of nowhere like a bolt of lightning. They couldn't stop the feelings, even if they tried, that lie within their hearts and quickly ignited spreading like wildfire. The two of them wound up spending all of their time aboard in a "cabin love feast." They made plans to continue their "feast" when they docked, but lies and deceit intervened arising from the depth of the sea.So, will Quiana give Troy a chance to fix things and embark on a great love affair or will misunderstandings divide them into a sea of total destruction and disaster know as heartbreak?

As a part-time cab driver, Yianna Travis was ready to accept that she was destined to live her life alone and lonely - that is until she picked up drunk Eddie Smith, all-star linebacker for the Atlanta Buteos. Never in her wildest dreams did she think that she would be leaving his home the next morning with one sneaker.Eddie stared down at the pink sneaker in his hand. He knew it was not a figment of his imagination. As his memory of last night cleared, he remembered the nameless beauty and the night of unbridled passion they shared. The problem now is that he could not get her out of his mind and had no idea where to find her.After Eddie searches and finds his Cinderella, can he convince her that they are destined for forever?

Retired pro basketball player Jelly Howard was in love until he walked in on his woman doing what no man wanted to lay eyes upon. At that moment, life for him came to an end, and the man he was, was no more. He became overly serious and reclusive. However, that was until the woman that stepped on his heart turned up in his hometown as a caterer to the wealthy and elite families he socialized with and became a close friend to his sister. His mission then was to run her out of his town by any means necessary.Jorja Strand was tired of running. So, she found a small town in New Jersey and started the business of her heart. However, never in a million years did she think she'd see him again the man that she thought the sun rose and set on. The same man that had besmirched her and broke her heart, Jelly Howard. Now, Jorja had to put on her big girl panties and made some quick decisions. Would she let Jelly in on a secret she had been harboring for years or let him run her out of town without a solitary thought.

Sports doctor and physical therapist Dr. Zoey Howard did not want the spoiled, and egotistical Yazair Bryant, star running back for the Philadelphia Stallions as her patient. One thing she could not stand was egotistical football players. Because of his severe knee injury she was called in to get him back in shape and ready for the upcoming new season. On their first meeting she was not surprised he was hosting a party ten o'clock in the morning. It didn't matter to her, she was here to do her job and she was going to do it regardless of what Mr. Yazair Bryant thought.However, Yazair Bryant knew the minute that the wisecracking and bossy doctor barged into his life that it would be forever changed. One thing he did not expect was her invading this player's heart.

The once spoiled and selfish Bri Cleyvon, ignored her parents and married Tyrone Grant against their wishes. Now disowned by her wealthy and influential family, Bri realized her costly mistake too late. Now, with her infant son in her arms, she flees her abusive husband like the hounds-of-hell are nipping at her heals. And when word of her father's illness reaches her, Bri knows in her heart of heart that it's time to face her parents and beg for their forgiveness. When Trevet located Bri, he held fast in his dislike for her. He remembered how spoiled, disrespectful, and selfish she was, not caring one iota about the affects her actions were having on her parents. If he had his way, he would leave her "little butt" in Virginia. But, that was not his call. The craziest thing was after reconnecting with this new and improved Bri, he knew he was in trouble. She was not only beautiful, kind, and intelligent but an incredible mother. What more could any man ask for, but the devil on his shoulder kept taunting, "are you ready for this incredible woman and this thing called love?"