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The Key Trilogy by Nora Roberts
Rated: 4.49 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsKey of Light (2003)The Malory Price Life Plan does not include a quixotic quest - but the strangers on Warrior's Peak claim that she must find a key that will release three souls held captive by an evil god. Little does she know that the quest will bring her two new friends, the love of her life, and danger beyond anyone's imagination... -
Easton by Riley Edwards
Rated: 4.64 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsMy father was a complicated man.The world knew him as a criminal who consorted with other, worse criminals. To me, he was my savior—the man who'd rescued a scared, orphaned little girl. He'd taken me in when I had no one. Duty bound, I became the woman he wanted me to be.Powerful. Respected. Resourceful.The Mediator. The Dove... -
Finding Monica by Susan Stoker
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsYears of abuse at the hands of her father has taught Monica Collins she can’t trust anyone—especially military men. Since escaping her home, she’s built a successful career as a nanny, showing other kids the love she was denied as a child. But when her employer’s ambassadorial home becomes fair game for intruders during a riot, she’s forced to rely on two SEALs to get her to safety... -
Blood And Roses by Lylah James
Maria I was trapped. There was nothing left of me. Then he came and wanted to make me his. He saved me. He gave me a home, a family. He made sweet love to me. I was his Angel. He was my everything. I thought we would live happily ever after, but there are no happy endings in the mafia life. I found this out the hard way, as the blood flowed, red as roses… Lyov Angel... -
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Crime Lord's Paradise by Mia Knight
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAfter Gavin Pyre steps down from his position as crime lord, he and Lyla focus on picking up the pieces of their lives and creating the paradise they deserve.Note: This novella intersects with book 4, Awakened by Sin, so books should be read in sequence... -
Lion of War: A Medieval Romance (Sons of de Lohr by Kathryn Le Veque
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe heir to Lioncross Abbey Castle makes his presence known.Like all sons of de Lohr, Curtis de Lohr was born for war.As the firstborn son of the Earl of Hereford and Worcester, England’s greatest knight during the reign of Richard I, Curtis grew up knowing what was expected of him and he thrived through the pressure... -
Tempting Promises by Corinne Michaels
What’s the worst thing you could do when you’re stranded in the woods with your rival? Sleep with him. That’s what. Not only is Rowan Whitlock my sister’s ex, but we’re both vying for the contract that would save my family farm... -
It Breaks Me: A Forbidden Dark Romance by Penelope Sky
Rated: 4.62 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAxel betrayed me.As hard as I tried to keep him out of my heart, he broke through it like shattered glass. Even though my father didn't approve and our relationship would always be a secret, I didn't care. He was worth it...until he wasn't.Six months have passed, and that's exactly how long it's taken me to get over what he's done. I never see him at my father's estate... -
The Tallest Tower by Emilia Finn
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsI hate Felix Malone with all my heart and soul. He’s the second born son of a murderous don.The newest leader of the Malone mafia family now that his father is dead.But if I could have hoped a change in management would mean a positive shift for the notorious crime family, then I’m proven wrong as Felix quickly settles into his new role and lays scourge on New York City... -
Reckless: Sins of the Father by Nicole James
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsFrom USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Nicole James, comes a STEAMY, WOKE UP MARRIED IN VEGAS, AGE GAP, MC ROMANCE! The SECOND GENERATION has arrived! Harley Jean—The pounding in my head wakes me— that and the fact that I have to pee. Must have been one hell of a bachelorette party last night... -
Blizzard by Addison Jane
Rated: 4.47 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFor Blizzard, the feeling of betrayal was one he knew well. His father was a long-time member of the Brothers by Blood MC. He believed the brotherhood came first, even before his wife and child. At first Blizzard didn't even blame his mother for walking out on them. That was until he learned that she’d hooked up with a member of another MC, leaving him behind to deal with the aftermath... -
Of Snakes and Men by Jessica Gadziala
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAndres “A” Alcazar.Ruthless cartel leader.The last man in the world Hope wanted anything to do with. Until he was swaggering into her private investigation office.He needed to find a snake in his organization. And he wanted her to do it...Categorized as:
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Knocked Up by the Bratva by K.C. Crowne
Rated: 4.54 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsIt started with the chase for a perilous criminal...And ended with his baby in my belly. Luka Antonov may be a man of mystery, but one thing's He's even more dangerous than his reputation.And while I romance the tall, dark and mesmerizing criminal undercover...I find myself wishing for so much more than what I came for.Now I'm left with three VERY unsettling realizations.1...Categorized as:
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Loved by Ivy Smoak
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsI’m an addict.It’s hard for me to know the difference between addiction and love.But when I’m with Penny, I don’t need any other vices. I feel like I can breathe for the first time in years. I feel…whole.I know I’ve messed up so much in my life. But it’s time to move forward. It’s time to make amends. Because no one deserves to be punished forever.Even a monster like me deserves to be loved... -
High Class by Ivy Nelson
Rated: 4.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI went home to answer for the death of my cousin.Then I meet Zara. A raven haired beauty with a killer smile.Turns out she's an escort and she was sent to be a distraction.Now the mayor of New York City is dead.I'm forced to take her back to Las Vegas to find out what she knows before the police try to pin it on me. My gut says Zara is innocent in all of this...Categorized as:
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A Sinner's Lies by Kylie Kent
Rated: 4.51 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsGabe A lie. Presenting a false impression. To be deceptive. That’s what I am. A lie. My family sees one version of me. The world sees another. Neither is real. I like it that way. Prefer it even. And then there’s her. She sees right through the lie. Through me. And no matter how much I try, there doesn’t seem to be a damn thing I can do to hide from her... -
Play Dirty by Cari Quinn, Taryn Elliott
Rated: 4.71 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsRun, he whispered in my ear. While you still can. I walked into a club called Ruin and found it—and him—when he bent me over the piano he was playing. I did as he said, but not until after he’d decimated me in the filthiest way possible. I loved every second. That one, and the ones that came years later... -
Rebel Heart by Ivy Layne
Rated: 4.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNASH Parker Sawyer fell into my life like a bomb. The first sight of her hit me like an explosion, changing everything. My mind, my heart, my life. The goals I thought I had and the dreams I thought I wanted. Nothing was the same after Parker. The night I fell in love with her, I let her get away. This time, there's no escape. Parker can run but she won't get far. This time I have a plan...Categorized as:
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It Ruins Me: A Forbidden Dark Romance by Penelope Sky
Rated: 4.54 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsI married you because I was in love with you.Those words have echoed in my mind ever since he said them, and despite the way my heart races for him every time he steps into the same room, I can't say it back. Not after he hurt me. Not after he betrayed me.Every time I feel us come close together, my heart pulls away... -
Bad Deeds by Lisa Renee Jones
Rated: 4.48 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWall Street meets the Sons of Anarchy in Bad Deeds , the smoldering, scorching next novel in the explosively sexy Dirty Money series from New York Times bestselling author Lisa Renee Jones. Would you bleed for the one you love? To save his family empire from the grip of the drug cartel, Shane is pushed to the edge of darkness, forced to make choices he might never make... -
Reign by Cassandra Robbins
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWHAT HAPPENS WHEN TWO LEGENDS COLLIDE?From USA Today bestselling author Cassandra Robbins comes her latest sinfully hot rockstar romance. A scorching, enemies to lovers, deliciously addictive stand-alone about rock ‘n’ roll royalty and burning obsessions.They call him a legend.One of the greatest guitarists of our time.The mighty Ace of Spades brought in to produce my album and save the day... -
It Hurts Me: A Forbidden Dark Romance by Penelope Sky
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMy husband of two years tells me he wants an open marriage.I'm stunned. I'm hurt. And I'm livid. I don't want to be married to a man that wants to open our bed to other people.But then I get a flat tire in the pouring rain and a sexy-as-hell gentleman helps me out.My husband is in the game, so one look at the skull ring on this gentleman's left hand tells me exactly who he is.The Skull King... -
Exposed by Brynne Asher
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFrom USA Today Bestselling Author Brynne Asher...One day, I was chugging along at life as a wedding planner. The next, I’m a confidential informant and fake engaged to the grumpiest DEA agent on earth.Hit the brakes. Let’s back up.You know those sappy made-for-TV movies where the leading lady gets the unsuspecting knock on the door and is the beneficiary of a massive inheritance?That’s me... -
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The Mitus Touch by Stoni Alexander
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsShe's desperate for the one man she must avoid at all costs... Wealth manager Brigit Farnay despises Colton Mitus. And with good reason. He ripped away her family’s company during the most painful time in her life. Forced to work with him, she can’t deny that Colton is gorgeous, brilliant, commanding. And the enemy. Her traitorous body craves his touch every moment of every day... -
King: The Epilogue Collection by Nina Levine
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIf you love King, strap in for the ride as he and Lily navigate their HEA. This story has it all: ✔️ angst ✔️ scorching heat ✔️ MC action ✔️ Stormgirl time ✔️ old favourites showing up But mostly this story is about two people fighting for their love. Day in, day out. Life with an MC president like King isn't an easy ride. Watch as these two figure out how to love and be loved... -
Wicked Liar by Faith Summers, Khardine Gray
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThis is Dominic's story...Categorized as:
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Fang's Enlightenment by Ciara St James
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThings refuse to quiet down around Tenillo for Fang and his club, the Ares Infidels MC. No matter how many bad guys they bring to justice, they find there are more in need of their kind of vigilantism. For Fang, that’s alright by him. He joins the Ares Infidels to be part of a brotherhood that’s bigger than just him and his club brothers. He joins to have a bigger family... -
Tangled Innocence by Nicole Fox
“What do you mean, ‘You gave me the wrong sperm sample’?! ”But the doctor says he isn’t joking. Instead of being my sister's surrogate...I'm accidentally carrying my boss's baby. A few months ago, I agreed to be my sister's surrogate. Then she died in an unsolved accident.I swore I'd keep her child and raise it on my own.But as it turns out, there was a mix-up at the clinic...Categorized as:
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Smokehouse by Cathleen Cole, Frank Jensen
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsHe vowed to never let a woman hurt him again, but she came along and ruined everything…SmokehouseI didn’t know what I was getting into when I stumbled out of the bar and into bed with the not-so-innocent girl of my wet dreams.Our one night together made me question everything.But when she snuck out of bed before I could ask her to stay, I figured I’d never see her again...Categorized as:
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Savage Saint by Luna Kayne
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsREGARDLESS OF OUR NAME, WE ARE NO SAINTS.LUCKILY, THE WOMEN WE LOVE ARE AS WICKED AS WE ARE.LENNOX SAINTI am who I am for a reason.The monster the world sees when they look at me was born twenty years ago to protect my brothers from the same fate I endured on my sixteenth birthday.After that night, I locked myself away until the night I met Sloane...Categorized as:
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Diamond by J.A. Low
Rated: 4.80 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsRound 2 with the Devil begins.Grace thought she had left the nightmare of the Bratva Jewels behind her. Her days spent with them were some of the darkest of her life, but she’s safe now.Or so she thought.When the Bratva seeks revenge for losing one of their own, Grace knows she must be strong to withstand whatever they have in store for her... -
Remy by Lane Hart, D.B. West
Rated: 4.45 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAfter two confidential informants are murdered by a drug lord the DEA has spent months trying to bust, agent Avery Carmichael is ordered to go undercover.She’s going to need some help infiltrating the outlaw world, which is where the hottest, most infuriating man she’s ever met comes in. Remy Fulton is the president of the newest Savage Kings MC chapter in Rockland, Virginia...Categorized as:
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A Ticking Time Boss by Olivia Hayle
The golden angel who swooped in to save me from a nightmare first date turns out to be a billionaire vulture circling the company I work for.Carter Kingsley: My savior and ruthless corporate raider hell bent on destroying the newspaper I love. Oh, and my new boss.His first order of business? Cut half the staff. I should hate him. Easy, right?Wrong...Categorized as:
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Declan by Jenna Myles
She's all I've dreamed of for years, but she's my employee...and around her, I turn into a stuttering teenage boy. We’ve been dancing around each other for years. It’s not a dance I’m proud of. The day we met, I fell out of my chair. Now, we’re stuck in this repeating pattern: she corners me, I freeze then I bolt. I’m 33 years old and I should be able to handle a woman better than this...Categorized as:
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Faded Gray Lines by Cora Kenborn
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLove is the deadliest lie. Leighton I’m jaded. The truth is a bitter pill to swallow. My first taste of love was my first betrayal. Now, all I want is to start over, but they want my life. Everyone says all’s fair in love and war. Except I’m done playing fair. I’m tired of turning my back on his darkness when it’s the light that always burns me. I’ve danced with the devil... -
Bodyguard by Night by Taryn Quinn
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsProtecting my best friend's new sister-in-law Willow from a fan who wants to get a little too close is a no-brainer. Just requires me to do some checking around, to act as her shadow for a while, maybe even give her a place to stay so I can keep an eye on her—all so my best friend's small-town wedding to Willow's sister goes off without a hitch... -
Montana Lights and Mistletoe Nights: Gabriel and Alba by Crystal Daniels, Sandy Alvarez
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCelebrate Christmas Kings of Retribution style.Gabriel has everything a man could want: his club, the love of a good woman, two kids, and another baby on the way.They are the light to his dark.Life is good.Trouble soon rolls into town, putting Gabriel’s family and club in danger.Driven by love and loyalty, Gabriel will stop at nothing to keep them safe... -
Echo by Sybil Bartel
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNavy SEAL.Mercenary.Ghost.Joining the military wasn't a choice, it was survival. The Navy was the last place they’d think to look for me. Hiding in plain sight, I lived in the shadow of deployments… until an off-the-books mission put me in the crosshairs of my past... -
Madam Alana: A Marriage Auction Novella (The Marriage Auction) by Audrey Carlan
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrom New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Audrey Carlan comes a new story in her Marriage Auction series…I run the most elite auction in the world.Candidates and bidders come from all over the globe hoping to change their lives.And I deliver.I’m in the business of bringing couples together in a mutually beneficial and legally binding marriage...Categorized as:
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Isaac by Lane Hart, D.B. West
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIsaac Perry has spent the majority of his life wearing the Devil Hounds MC patches. As president, he’s used to making tough decisions, even the occasionally vicious ones. He doesn’t have to take orders from anyone anymore. He never bends, never breaks, until she literally stumbles into his life.Holly Garrison is young. Too young and innocent for an outlaw like Isaac to lay a hand on her... -
Embers by Nicole Fanning
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn the city of Chicago, power is a currency. In the right hands power can bring success, safety, and security. But in the wrong hands, it can mean danger, destruction...and almost always death. For nearly a century the Pace Family Mafia has held that power... -
The Closer: A Billionaire Bratva Romance by K.C. Crowne
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI never saw her coming…She appeared in my world an enigma.A lethal assassin who slips poison into the veins of her targets.And a single mother with a softness beneath her armor. Now, she's trapped within my reach.Stubbornly silent, she guards her secrets fiercely,Her dual life is a puzzle I'm determined to solve... -
Cross My Heart by Logan Chance, Lilypad Lit
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrom USA Today bestselling author Logan Chance comes a riveting tale about friendship, love, and lies. This scorching romance shatters the boundaries between love and make-believe.Thanks to podcaster gossip, my firm thinks I’m not a good fit for the high-profile case of my dreams. They want someone in a committed relationship...Categorized as:
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Charity Case: The Complete Series by Piper Rayne
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThese three women are the toughest juries they’ll ever have to plead their case to.THIS BOX SET INCLUDES…Clean Slate (Charity Case #0.5)Moving two thousand miles away wasn’t my plan, but when family needs you, you come. Before I can head back to my hometown of Chicago though, I have two men to say good-bye to. Neither one of them will be happy to hear the news... -
Revere by Bethany-Kris
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA Legacy Novel She was once his liar. He was once her savior. Cross Donati fills his days with the mafia, family, and responsibility. The wild boy is a distant memory. A waiting prince now sits in his place. An old debt puts the gunrunner right back into the path of his past, but he only sees his future. Every king needs a queen... -
Cruel Prince by Aidèe Jaimes
I sold my soul to the Devil and he handed me over to someone far deadlier.After the death of my father, his enemies came knocking on my door. Left with no other choice, I agree to an indentured contract, selling my body to a criminal in exchange for my life.Only he never meant to keep me as his own...Categorized as:
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The Don's Doorstep Baby by Ashlie Silas
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsThe billionaire, the don, and the cute kid on the doorstep... the end. Or so I thought.I never expected to see him again but here he is, his presence as commanding as ever.His features are just as strikingly handsome as they were years ago.My relationship with Xander was a rollercoaster destined to crash so, I saved us both the trouble and left.My only regret is the one thing I had to do... -
Merciless Sinner by Faith Summers, Khardine Gray
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsI don’t remember who I am or where I came from. But he does. He found me. He knows me. He told me we used to belong to each other. And he wants me back. His name is Virgo Antonov. The man with a face and body that looks like it was sculpted to flawless perfection by all the angels of Heaven. I might not remember him, but that night when he found me, he sparked something familiar in my heart... -
Enchanting The CEO by Layla Hagen
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsShe’s a white-picket-fence kind of girl, but I only do casual. My first mistake? Asking her to be my roommate. Gabe: When someone’s down on their luck, I like to help out. Diane needed a place to stay, and my attic was empty. How hard could it be to have a temporary roommate? It turns out—very hard. Living with her is turning out to be physically impossible...
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