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Beating Heart by Laura Pavlov
A Small Town, Single Dad, Neighbors to Lovers, Standalone Romance from USA Today and Amazon Bestselling Author, Laura Pavlov.From the moment my son came into the world—my life changed in the best way.I’d found my purpose.My reason.My heart beats for this kid every damn day.My company is thriving, and life is good.But then Emerson Chadwick happened... -
Tempting by Bella Matthews
From USA Today and Amazon Top 5 Bestselling Author Bella Matthews comes a Fake Dating, Teach Me, Spicy Sports Romance. A little white lie never hurt anyone . . . or so I thought. One fake date and we’d go our separate ways, at least that’s how hockey’s hottest golden boy—Nixon Sinclair—convinced me this would work. But it turns out, Nix had other plans... -
Finding Ronan's Heart by Melanie Moreland
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 12 ratings“The boys.” “The Callaghan Triplets.”“Three of a kind.”All his life, Ronan Callaghan has been part of a group. Always looking out for his brothers. Never seen as an individual or judged on his own merits.When his brothers veer onto their own path, he finds himself alone. Restless. Then he meets her. Beth. A waitress who sees him just for himself. None of the trappings of his wealth or family... -
The Knockout by Bella Matthews
The Knockout is a hot new hockey romance between a broken ballerina and the forbidden bad boy who saves her.We all have dirty secrets. Some are just more fun to hide than others.Ares Wilder is a so-called bad boy. A ladies man. The teammate most likely to fight both on and off the ice... -
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Touch by Touch by Kaylee Ryan
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAspenI’ve watched my sister struggle to find the happily ever after that she deserves. I know love doesn’t happen overnight, but a man like Conrad Riggins almost makes me believe in forever.The hottie Riggins brother has always been a shameless flirt, but the way his gaze slowly travels over my towel-clad body heats things up a few degrees.I tell myself that we’re just caught up in the moment...Categorized as:
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Stay Anyway by Kaylee Ryan
Rated: 4.51 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsStella Getting pregnant in college wasn’t part of the plan, but I’ll never regret giving birth to the best part of me. Even if my parents did disown me for it. A fresh start in a small town seems like a good idea, until a handsome stranger shows me a little kindness and has me feeling things, I thought I’d never feel again… things I have no business feeling about a man I just met... -
Path To Resolution by TheFeveredBookaholic
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWolfe Emerson is notorious for two things: being an absolute beast in a boxing ring and being a voluntary mute. His story remains unspoken and he prefers to live his life in silence. That is, until, his world is turned upside down when he meets someone who is louder than life... -
Delayed Call by Toni Aleo
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsVaughn Johansson is the Nashville Assassins' star player. He's brash, cocky, and talented. And he isn't afraid to let anyone know it. He lives his life on his own terms, never forming romantic attachments, and only allowing his very closest to see his true, caring self. Brie Soledad has the weight of the world on her shoulders... -
Power Play by Toni Aleo
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsPosey Adler is coming home. After a devastating journey for what she mistakenly thought was true love, she is saying to hell with men and love forever. As the Nashville Assassins’s new assistant coach for special teams, Posey is ready to focus on her job and have the attention on her for a change... -
Absolutely Not in Love by Jenny Proctor
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsMy requirements for a man are simple. Must love books. Must NOT love hockey. Which is why I will never be interested in my neighbor, the aloof and mysterious Felix Jamison, no matter how many books I see him hauling into his apartment. Unless he loses his pro hockey skates, I’m out. But then he shows up at my symphony concert. And I catch the sweet strains of Dvorak floating across the hall...Categorized as:
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Dirty Toe Drag by Toni Aleo
Stella Brooks is a woman who knows what she wants. From her first glimpse of Paris Fashion Week at the tender age of eleven, she has only ever wanted to be a designer. Hardworking and dedicated, she knows she can make a success of it. Until…she is driven to trade fashion for frosting, a move that makes her soul sing but shakes her confidence in her decision-making to her core... -
Stay Tonight by Kaylee Ryan
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsSterling It’s always been her, and I just never realized. Now that I’m looking at her that way, I can’t unsee it… and I don’t want to. Alyssa has been my best friend since kindergarten, and these intense new feelings could cost me our friendship. She’s the one I share everything with, good or bad. It makes sense to share my life with her... -
Tempted Heir by Michelle Heard
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsChristopher Hayes and I have always been close. He’s my best friend. My person. The one who knows all my secrets. He’s the most sought after bachelor. Me? I want nothing more than to have my own child. The instant Christopher finds out about my date with the sperm bank, my best friend takes it upon himself to choose the donor. Only, no sperm out there is good enough for my eggs...Categorized as:
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Enchanted by J.S. Scott
Opposites resist—and attract—under the Cancún sun in this emotional Accidental Billionaires novel by New York Times bestselling author J.S. Scott.Years ago, Noah Sinclair promised his dying mother that he’d stay strong and work hard for his younger brothers and sisters. Even with the Sinclairs’ newfound wealth, Noah has never steered from that blue-collar drive... -
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The Setup by Kristen Proby
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsI’m a sucker for pretty things. Give me a roaring engine in a souped-up vintage muscle car with cherry red paint and brand-new leather interior, and that’s about as pretty as anything I could ask for. I’m a simple man, who doesn’t need or want the kind of wild celebrity that my father has. I restore one-of-a-kind vehicles and sell them to the highest bidder... -
Stay Together by Kaylee Ryan
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsRushtonFrom the moment I see her, I’m hooked. There’s just something about Crosby that has me eager to know her. One thing’s for sure, I can’t stay away from the new kindergarten teacher with the kind smile and secrets in her brown eyes.There’s no hiding in a small town, and she’s suddenly everywhere...Categorized as:
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Path To Realization by TheFeveredBookaholic
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAsher Pryce hides behind a wall of secrets he's spent most of his life building up. How else is the adopted child whose birth parents run a drug cartel supposed to fit in? He's notorious for his overconfident swagger and total lack of patience for bullshit - a master of masks. The one thing in his life he can't fake? His feelings for his best friend's twin sister... -
Only One Regret by Natasha Madison
Rated: 4.34 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsWelcome to Dallas.....Categorized as:
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This Is Love by Natasha Madison
From the best selling series, Something So comes the spin-off series This is... Vivienne Never fall in love. That was my motto, and I was sticking to it. Having my heart broken once was enough, and I never wanted to do it again. He was supposed to be a one-night stand, the only thing I do. One rule shouldn’t be so hard to follow, but then I went back for seconds, then thirds...Categorized as:
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A Callahan Wedding by Monica Murphy
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe sweet and sexy conclusion to New York Times bestselling author, Monica Murphy’s standalone Callahan series, bringing readers along for the ride as fan favorites, Jake and Hannah get married! Hannah Walsh. Gorgeous. Intelligent. My first love. My high school sweetheart. My everything. And now my fiancée...Categorized as:
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Play to Win by Ja'Nese Dixon
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsKamal’s an ex-football player. Jayda’s a single mother uninterested in another relationship until she sees Kamal with her daughter.Every rejection will only make his victory sweeter. He plans to lick, taste, and devour her like the delicacy she is until the world, her ex, and Jayda recognizes his name tatted on every inch of her curvy body... -
Spare Me by Tara Sivec
Ryan Hutton has spent his entire life being the shy, nerdy, rule-following nice guy on Summersweet Island. He’s the high school bowling coach and algebra teacher, who’s always predictable, and he’s always been fine with that. At least until a sexy nutjob gives him the best kiss of his life in his favorite pizza place. Suddenly, he doesn’t like being the quiet, obedient nice guy anymore...Categorized as:
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Tacker by Sawyer Bennett
I am not okay. Fifteen months ago, my life was turned upside down when the plane I was piloting went down. Injured and trapped in the wreckage, I had to watch my fiancée die a painfully slow death, which is something that can really mess with your head. Since that day, I’ve had little desire to do much of anything. Except play hockey, that is... -
Hold Me Forever by Layla Hagen
Rated: 4.24 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsTyler Maxwell's story will be released on January 18th.As the leagues’ top goalie for the Chicago Blades, I stay disciplined and follow three principles:1. Keep a pristine image.2. Play smart and hard on the ice.3. Stay out of relationships... -
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Just One More Moment by Carly Phillips
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsShe thinks happily ever after only happens in romance novels.He can’t wait to prove her wrong…Falling in love is not on Raven Walsh’s agenda. Running from her past keeps her way too busy for that. She can, however, handle a friends-with-benefits scenario with the hot billionaire who co-owns The Back Door bar...Categorized as:
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The Chase is Over by Toni Aleo
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsYou are cordially invited to the wedding of Shelli Adler and Aiden Brooks…Shelli has been planning her wedding to Aiden in her scrapbook since she was old enough to wield a glue stick. And now that day has finally arrived... -
Loyal Heir by Michelle Heard
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA fake romance.Nothing but an imaginary relationship.But after a while of pretending, it starts to feel real. It’s too easy convincing the students at Trinity Academy Aria Chargill is mine. It’s too easy playing the role of my best friend’s boyfriend. And the lines blur until I no longer know where the fake romance ends and the real one begins...Categorized as:
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Catching Caden by Samantha Christy
If all they see are her scars - they aren't looking hard enough.It was my home run ball that shattered her face.Right along with her modeling career.Now it's my mission to help her rebuild her life.And get her to love the game that she hates.The game that dictates my life both on and off the field...Categorized as:
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Second-Rate Superstar by Siena Trap
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEver heard of imposter syndrome?Well, if you look it up in the dictionary, you’ll find my picture beside the definition.I’ve been living in my older brother’s shadow since the day I was born.Anyone would struggle to live up to the legacy of the great Jaxon Slate, hockey superstar and face of the league. But it’s worse for me. Everyone expects me to be Jaxon 2...Categorized as:
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Edge by Brenda Rothert
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsOne bad hit has left the career of young NHL Center Luke Hudson in question. When he arrives for rehab with a minor league team, his injury has robbed him of the edge that made him great. Team trainer Adella Price’s job is to help Luke get back in peak condition. But their one on one sessions shake her resolve to remain unattached... -
Wild Heart by Beth Ehemann
Rated: 4.24 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsFor Lawrence “Viper” Finkle, hockey isn’t just a sport, it’s a way of life. Since the first time he stepped onto the ice at just eight years old, he knew what he was meant to do, and he does it well. When his career takes an unexpected hit, and his relationship is pushed to the breaking point, he’s left sidelined and wondering what his future holds... -
The Billionaire's Salvation ~ Max by J.S. Scott
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsBillionaire Max Hamilton thought he was finally starting to find contentment, more than two years after losing his wife Mia in a tragic drowning accident. He'd been reunited with a sister he hadn’t realized existed. Finally he had family again, a reprieve from the pain and loneliness that had haunted him since his devastating loss...Categorized as:
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Hot Shot by Kat Mizera
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWelcome to Fort Lauderdale—where the days are hot and the Knights are hotter.Wolf:I’ve been in love with the same girl since we were seventeen. Back before our careers took off and pulled us away from one another. No amount of fame, money, or puck bunnies could ever replace Scarlett. But she has a mind of her own, and dreams that don’t include me...Categorized as:
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Brazen Steele by Ali Dean
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBeckett Steele knows what he wants and he’s finally going after it. But there’s one thing that might complicate his mission. It was easy to sign the legally-binding contract prohibiting a public relationship when he had no intention of falling in love... -
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Love You Better by Brit Benson
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsKelley Pierce is my person.Loyal. Dependable. Strong. He makes me laugh on my darkest days and calms me when I’m at my most chaotic. He’s also totally gorgeous, or so I’ve been told. And sinfully sexy, not that it matters.Best friends don’t notice those things. Kelley gets me like no one else does, and I get him. Our friendship is perfect.Kind of...Categorized as:
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Too Long by I. A. Dice
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsToo Long✓ Fake dating✓ He falls first✓ Family-orientated MMC✓ Free-spirit, career-driven FMC✓ Small town✓ Standalone in a series - no cliffhanger!AUDREY: A woman’s value lies in her engagement ring.At least that’s what my mother believes. She chose my husband-to-be the day I turned sixteen. A husband I don’t want... -
Beneath the Ice by L.A. Cotton
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratings(Alternate cover edition of ASIN B0C8DP3TYN.)When Connor Morgan wants something, he goes after it and doesn’t stop until he gets it. Enter Ella Henshaw. She’s the love of his life. Beautiful. Loyal. He has their future all mapped out. When Ella watches Connor take a nasty hit on the ice, she prays it isn’t going to ruin his final season with the Lakers. Or compromise his shot at going pro... -
Whiskey Throttle by Riley Hart
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsLincoln I’ve done a good job getting over my past. I’m not only proud of who I am, but revel in it. Still, I don’t let myself get too close to people. With closeness comes questions and those pesky feelings, and I’m having none of that. I’ve got a great job, friends, I’m cute and twinky, and my bed’s never empty. What more do I need? Except I can’t stop sleeping with Rush Alexander...Categorized as:
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Riggs by Sawyer Bennett
Riggs Nadeau is known as the team loner, giving his all on the ice, but nothing extra off it. His past has shaped who he is, and he’s determined to make a better life for the teenage sister he took custody of. He doesn’t need or want help from anyone, until a beautiful stranger makes him re-think everything he thought he knew...Categorized as:
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Slammed by Victoria Denault
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsNot every goalie plays it safe... As a publicist for the San Francisco Thunder hockey team, Dixie Braddock is too busy rescuing the players from trouble to get into any of her own. Except, of course, when it comes to the super hot new goalie... -
Trading Paint by Shey Stahl
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsA must have companion to Happy Hour that give you an inside look into the characters of the Racing on the Edge series. Step into the magic where the clay met rubber and desire defined greatness. Trading Paint takes you inside the hasty driver’s mind to what led him to a decision that changed the path of two souls... -
Show Me Forever by Layla Hagen
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsI moved to Chicago six months ago, determined to finally open my own bakery. My landlady was this sweet woman who treated me like her granddaughter. Then she sold the house. Now the devil himself is my landlord and neighbor since I live in the guesthouse on his property. Declan Maxwell is moody, unreasonable, and takes himself far too seriously. Unfortunately for me, he’s also damn sexy... -
Rett by Tess Oliver
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsBarrett "Rett" Mason has never found the one girl who can tame his wild heart. And sometimes life is just easier and less complicated without love. While working for Kingston Construction, Barrett becomes fast friends with the owner's son, Cole. They have one major thing in common-- their insatiable appetite for women... -
Dump and Chase by Toni Aleo
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsShelli Adler has known what she wanted since she was eleven years old. Aiden Brooks. But Aiden has always had other ideas. After spending the early years of his life without his dad, hockey legend Lucas Brooks, Aiden is determined not to settle for anything less than true love. When he’s ready. Now he’s living the fast life of an NHL bachelor... -
Trouble with the Guy Next Door by Holly Renee
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsFrom the moment I met him, I knew he was trouble. He was reckless, cocky, and everything I shouldn't want. I had a life all figured out, and Tucker Moore was not a part of the plan. But somehow I slipped. One moment I had it all under control. The next I was spiraling around him, begging him for whatever he would give me. But as quickly as I fell for him, it all crumbled around us... -
The Enforcer by Josie Blake
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsShe wants my help to make her stronger, but this girl can bring me to my knees…Growing up in Chesterboro, good girls were warned away from my brothers and me, and Penny Hampshire is a good girl. We're from opposite sides of town—her side has money and mine barely makes ends meet. But when a trauma leaves her feeling out of control and vulnerable, she asks me to teach her to fight... -
Unbroken Hart by Ella Fox
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 22 ratingsThere were reasons why Dante didn't believe in love, reasons why he kept people at bay. For the first time, you will find out how Dante really felt about Sabrina from the very beginning. Catch up with the couple that started the Hart Family series. Dante is as steamy as ever! This is an erotic short story, approx, 19,000 words...Categorized as:
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Evermore by B.B. Reid
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsGrab your dancing shoes and put on your prettiest dress. It's prom season in Blackwood Keep and forever can't wait any longer! Four Archer was the toughest girl around. Just ask anyone. She’s the street racing daredevil who brought the King of Brynwood Academy to his knees... -
Rain Dance by Catherine Gayle
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratings***Trigger warning: contains graphic scenes depicting domestic and sexual violence.*** USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents another novel in the sexy Tulsa Thunderbirds hockey romance series, a spin-off from the Portland Storm series. He's in a drought. No rain. No goals. No women. She has what it takes to quench his thirst...
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