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The one that got away City girl Dr Cara Conner can't imagine anything worse than returning to her small-town home for six months to work in her father's practice. Until she meets her new colleague—and old rival!—Dr. Sloan Trenton. If only he wasn't so gorgeous…•Dr Sophie Trent’s romance with Nate Branscombe ended in disaster years before—and now the handsome heir to the local estate is back. As they work closely together, he stirs up feelings she thought she'd left firmly behind her. Can the one that got away finally help Sophie face the past…and convince her that true love is here to stay?•Marketing guru MJ sets out to head Atlanta’s first-ever jazz festival. Even if that means hiring her irresistible crush Jamal Carver to run security. The former marine with the killer smile also happens to be her best friend’s husband’s confidant. But despite their sizzling attraction, she refuses to become the playboy’s latest conquest. But will love keep Jamal and MJ in harmony…forever?

The Irresistible Bachelors Collection from Mills and Boon Including the titles:Irresistible Bachelors: Second Chance with the BachelorIrresistible Bachelors: One Night to Change Her MindIrresistible Bachelors: Bachelor UndoneIrresistible Bachelors: Protecting Her HonourIrresistible Bachelors: Bought for One NightIrresistible Bachelors: The Ultimate Temptation

A pulse-raising double collection of romances from Mills andBoon Including the collectionsAffairs of the Heart and Irresistible Bachelors Titles Include:Affairs of the Heart: Second Chance at ForeverAffairs of the Heart: Breaking the RulesAffairs of the Heart: Daring to WinAffairs of the Heart: Second Chance at LoveAffairs of the Heart: One Magical NightIrresistible Bachelors: Second Chance with the BachelorIrresistible Bachelors: One Night to Change Her MindIrresistible Bachelors: Bachelor UndoneIrresistible Bachelors: Protecting Her HonourIrresistible Bachelors: Bought for One NightIrresistible Bachelors: The Ultimate Temptation

Love’s sweet refrain?Appointed to head Atlanta’s first-ever jazz festival, go-to marketing guru Michael— “MJ” —Jane sets out to create an annual event to rival New Orleans. Even if that means hiring her irresistible crush Jamal Carver to run security…. The former Marine with the killer smile and amazing abs also happens to be her best friend's husband's confidant. But despite their sizzling attraction, she refuses to become the playboy’s latest conquest.The driven, desirable bachelorette makes the decorated soldier long to hang up his own bachelor status. It’s getting harder for Jamal to keep things strictly business between them—can’t MJ see they’re creating a passionate tune of their own? Just as Jamal starts to earn MJ’s trust, their relationship is threatened by a relentless, still-in-the-picture ex-girlfriend. Will a downbeat melody end their romance before it truly begins? Or can love keep Jamal and MJ in harmony . . . forever?

The joy and peace of Christmas meets the thrill of new love in these three holiday romance novellas.

A CHRISTMAS LAYOVER by Rochelle Alers

On a flight out of San Diego, a Navy SEAL Captain and an elementary school teacher strike up a friendly conversation that leads to a gift they didn’t expect when they are grounded together by a freak storm.

THE CHRISTMAS LESSON by Cheris Hodges

Divorced and struggling, Kayla isn’t looking forward to Christmas in her hometown. But her childhood friend DeShawn has grown into the kind of man she’s always dreamed about. Could the two of them have a second chance worth celebrating? 

CHRISTMAS WITH YOU by Pamela Yaye

When Maya gets dumped on Christmas Eve, a sexy sports agent named Marc seems like the perfect rebound. The only problem is Marc’s new NFL star client happens to be Maya’s brother. It will take more than holiday spirit to convince everyone involved that Marc and Maya’s connection will make the angels sing.

“…a sexy romp with an undercurrent of emotion and familial devotion.”—Entertainment WeeklyThe four very different Richardson sisters have one thing in common: their fierce loyalty to their family and pride in the historic bed and breakfast they own. But unexpected desire will challenge them in ways they never imagined . . .   Sportswriter Nina Richardson had the perfect life away from her family’s famous shadow. But a social media blowup and rejection by her boyfriend brought her back to their peaceful Charleston, South Carolina B&B to figure out what went wrong. So there’s no way she’s going to trust the crazy-hot sparks flying between her and handsome new employee Clinton Jefferson. It’s just reckless, rip-his-clothes-off, one-night-and-forget-it lust—right?   Fresh from working for the Richardsons’ biggest rival, Clinton wants to show his modernization ideas aren’t sabotage or a gimmick. Getting involved with the rebellious Nina means trouble for sure—but he can’t resist showing this stubborn, fiery woman how she should be loved. But false accusations and Nina’s returned ex shake their passion—and fragile trust—to the core.  Now between cascading obstacles and conflicting loyalties, can Clinton and Nina untangle what they really want in time?“Hodges excels at portraying her trademark protagonists—smart, successful career women—with Nina and her siblings, and Clinton is as appealing as he is business savvy. Fans of Susan Mallery and Sheryl Woods will enjoy the keen and sexy launch of Hodges' Richardson Sisters series.”—Booklist   “More impressive is Hodges’s characterization of Nina’s two sisters, each of whom is strong-willed, unique, and sure to provide fodder for future installments. Sizzling love scenes and a strong sense of family will have readers returning for the next in the series.”—Publishers Weekly   “Owner of a Broken Heart demonstrates Cheri Hodges’ ability to craft interesting characters and a decent sexy love story.”—All About Romance Praise for Strategic Seduction   “Readers will find themselves craving a trip to Georgia just to visit the restaurants, diners and coffee shops mentioned in this smart contemporary romance.” —Bookpage   “A sexy, impassioned Southern romance. . . . The dialogue is witty, and Hodges does a good job of bringing Atlanta and Paris to life. . . . The genuine friendships and suspenseful blackmail plot carry the story to a satisfying ending.” —Publishers Weekly   “Hodges builds a community of friends and lovers and uses Atlanta itself as another character . . . an enjoyable romance.” —Kirkus Reviews

“…a sexy romp with an undercurrent of emotion and familial devotion.”—Entertainment Weekly The four very different Richardson sisters have one thing in common: their fierce loyalty to their family and pride in the historic bed and breakfast they own. But unexpected desire will challenge them in ways they never imagined . . .  Sportswriter Nina Richardson had the perfect life away from her family’s famous shadow. But a social media blowup and rejection by her boyfriendbrought her back to their peaceful Charleston, South Carolina B&B to figure out what went wrong. So there’s no way she’s going to trust the crazy-hot sparks flying between her and handsome new employee Clinton Jefferson. It’s just reckless, rip-his-clothes-off, one-night-and-forget-it lust—right?   Fresh from working for the Richardsons’ biggest rival, Clinton wants to show his modernization ideas aren’t sabotage or a gimmick. Getting involved with the rebellious Nina means trouble for sure—but he can’t resist showing this stubborn, fiery woman how she should be loved. But false accusations and Nina’s returned ex shake their passion—and fragile trust—to the core.  Now between cascading obstacles and conflicting loyalties, can Clinton and Nina untangle what they really want in time?“Hodges excels at portraying her trademark protagonists—smart, successful career women—with Nina and her siblings, and Clinton is as appealing as he is business savvy. Fans of Susan Mallery and Sheryl Woods will enjoy the keen and sexy launch of Hodges' Richardson Sisters series.”—Booklist  “More impressive is Hodges’s characterization of Nina’s two sisters, each of whom is strong-willed, unique, and sure to provide fodder for future installments. Sizzling love scenes and a strong sense of family will have readers returning for the next in the series.”—Publishers Weekly  “Owner of a Broken Heart demonstrates Cheri Hodges’ ability to craft interesting characters and a decent sexy love story.”—All About RomancePraise for Strategic Seduction “Readers will find themselves craving a trip to Georgia just to visit the restaurants, diners and coffee shops mentioned in this smart contemporary romance.” —Bookpage “A sexy, impassioned Southern romance. . . . The dialogue is witty, and Hodges does a good job of bringing Atlanta and Paris to life. . . . The genuine friendships and suspenseful blackmail plot carry the story to a satisfying ending.” —Publishers Weekly “Hodges builds a community of friends and lovers and uses Atlanta itself as another character . . . an enjoyable romance.” —Kirkus Reviews

A refuge in good times and bad, there’s nothing the four very different Richardson sisters won’t do to sustain their family’s legacy—a historic bed-and-breakfast in Charleston, South Carolina. Now, as one sister celebrates new love, another’s heart is sorely tested . . .   One night only—that's all Robin Richardson-Baptiste will give the husband she once adored. She thought nothing could shatter their storybook marriage—not illness or a life-saving operation that left her unable to have children. For her husband, Dr. Logan Baptiste, told her in a thousand unspoken ways their love was all he needed. But now, in the face of overwhelming evidence, his co-worker, Kamrie, claims Logan fathered her son.   Logan can’t recall what happened with Kamrie—and DNA never lies. He does know he’s never stopped loving his gentle, courageous wife. But doing whatever it takes to uncover the truth, and save his marriage, not to mention his career, will challenge them like never before. And one night of undivided attention and desire may be the only thing to heal their hearts, reveal all—or shatter things beyond repair . . .  PRAISE FOR OWNER OF A BROKEN HEART  “A sexy romp with an undercurrent of emotion.” —Entertainment Weekly  “Sizzling love scenes and a strong sense of family will have readers returning for the next in the series.” —Publishers Weekly

Their family’s historic bed-and-breakfast in Charleston, South Carolina,is a legacy the four very different Richardson sisters are determined to protect at all costs. But sudden passion is a seductive—and dangerous—complication . . .  For fashion boutique owner Yolanda Richardson, coming home is a matter of life and death. Witness to a brutal crime, she's terrified to put her family's B&B in the crosshairs after she starts receiving death threats. Her only refuge is the protection of her reserved hired bodyguard, Charles Morris. But Charles is anything but safe. His icy cool-under-fire—and hidden intensity—is too explosive for Yolanda to resist . . .  Love always equals loss—Charles knows that hard equation all too well. Controlling his emotions keeps his clients from harm—and his heart safe. Yolanda’s beauty and headstrong spirit have him wanting her in all kinds of ways. But for her own protection, he has to do his best to keep her at arm’s length. Until unexpected danger and lethal misunderstandings put their survival—and any chance at a future together—on the knife-edge . . .  Praise for Owner of a Broken Heart “A sexy romp with an undercurrent of emotion and familial devotion.” —Entertainment Weekly “Sizzling love scenes and a strong sense of family will have readers returning for the next in the series.”     —Publishers Weekly

Cheris Hodges brings her signature steamy style to the next book in the series Entertainment Weekly calls “a sexy romp,” as the four very different Richardson Sisters strive to uphold their family’s reputation and legacy at their historic B&B in Charleston, South Carolina. But romance that one sister never saw coming will up-end all their expectations…She's the responsible sister, making sacrifices to run the family’s treasured B&B. But for once, Alexandria Richardson decides to take a vacation—a singles’ cruise, where she throws caution to the wind. And the handsome stranger she meets is just what she needs to make every moment sizzle—for all fourteen wildly sexy days. Energized and refreshed, Alex returns home—only to discover her holiday hottie is also the renowned architect tapped for the B&B’s major renovation project. How is she supposed to manage a business—and an all-consuming desire? Wesley Prescott knows how easy it is to put success above everything else. And he has a lot riding on the prestigious Richardson deal—and on working smoothly with the suddenly serious, buttoned-down Alex. But he can’t resist teasing out the daring, adventurous—and lovable—woman he knows she truly is. Will mixing business with way more than pleasure convince them both that this is one fling that won’t be so easily flung?

Sometimes it's hard to get over your first love -- especially when you see him everywhere you turn because he had the game-winning catch in the big game and proposed to the woman he cheated on you with in college. So, Kenya Taylor needs a vacation before she takes a new job in a city she used to love.What she doesn't expect to see while lounging by the pool at a resort in the Bahamas is him.Maurice Goings. . .After being left at the altar and having booked a non-refundable honeymoon, Maurice decides to take his brother James to the Bahamas with him. His plan was to unwind and forget the embarrassment of being rejected on his wedding day. Then he saw her, Kenya and her glow-up made him wonder if fate had a hand in bringing them back together.But Kenya isn't ready to relive the old days, not when she still has so much pain over that relationship. But Maurice refuses to lose Kenya again and he'll do whatever it takes to win her back.

What happens in Vegas. . . .Is just the beginning. . .High-stakes action and even hotter men are all Jade Christian wants now that her scheming boyfriend has aced her out of his bed and their successful company. But her Vegas weekend spree has turned into several nights of steamy commitment-free hookups with businessman James Goings--and he's becoming the one bet she can't get enough of . . .Growing up in the shadow of his famous athlete brother taught James that focusing on his career was far safer than trusting beautiful women. His sizzling encounters with Jade could almost change his mind . . . if he wasn't afraid she'd use him for revenge on her ex. But the more he sees of the real, down-to-earth woman behind the seductress, the more James will risk to win her love for a lifetime.

For hopeless romantic Sylvie Gates, there's nothing quite as magical as a New Year's Eve kiss. And after the year she's had, she deserves a midnight kiss. So as the clock nears midnight at her best friend's party, Sylvie makes a beeline for the sexiest guy in the room. And for once, she's not thinking about a happily-ever-after. Sylvie's trying to live in the moment. Plus, she's about to begin the biggest project of her interior design career, so she better just enjoy her last night of freedom . . . Newly appointed CEO of troubled Jordan Industries, Erik Jordan expects New Year's Eve is the last night off he'll have for the rest of the year—and the billionaire plans to make the most of it. Locking lips with gorgeous Sylvie is just the beginning of an unforgettably steamy night together. But the fact that she steals his signature move and slips away in the morning is only the first surprise. The second is running into her again—at her job remodeling his company's headquarters. Is it coincidence—or the power of a perfectly-timed kiss? With the electricity still crackling between them, and some major challenges ahead of them, they'll find out before the year is through . . ."e;Count on Cheris Hodges to deliver a sassy, sexy, romantic read."e;—Farrah Rochon, USA Today and New York Times bestselling author "e;Another fun, dramatic Southern romance from a rising star author that will satisfy readers, especially fans of Kimberla Lawson Roby."e; —Booklist  "e;Hodges knows what romance readers want."e; —Library Journal

It Happened One Homecoming: A Collection of Short Stories. . .It's Time For UsShe is . . .Shauna Carter is a fashion designer getting ready to launch her signature line of fashion, but before she puts on her fashion show, she has to celebrate her classmate's second chance at happily ever after. She didn't expect to run – chest first—into the groomsman who she was quietly crushing on when she was an undergraduate at Johnson C. Smith University, a HBCU in Charlotte, North Carolina.He is. . .Michael "e;Mike"e; Broussard has one regret in life and that's letting Shauna Carter get away. Sure, he was a notorious playboy in college, but that was only because he knew he couldn't be the partner that Shauna deserved. But times have changed and he's ready to show her that now is the time for them to make that move to be together.After HalftimeSometimes, a dream can become a nightmare. . .Autumn Brown-Robinson has one wish before a terminal illness takes her life. She wants to reunite her college besties. She and her three best friends were supposed to be the next biggest girl group taking over for the 99 and 2000s. But outside forces tore their sisterhood apart.Fast forward to now. Autumn is back in Charlotte for JCSU's homecoming,and she has a plan to reunite the band before it's too late. But can past hurts be healed before it's too late? Love, healing and forgiveness, It Happened One Homecoming . . .