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The Dirty Sexy Series Complete Collection includes the following books:DIRTY SEXY SAINTShe needs a sinner, not a saint. Good thing he's a bit of both… Clay Kincaid isn't a forever guy. Which is why he should've stayed away from the guileless good girl who showed up at his bar in need of a rescue. But he didn't, and things got…dirty. Rough. Filthy. And way more complicated than his sweet little damsel in distress deserved… Samantha Jamieson is tired of being a dutiful heiress. She's ready to live. Running away from the loveless marriage her parents were trying to force on her was an act of desperation. Ending up in the arms of a hot bar owner who taught her more about her own desires than even she knew, however, was pure luck… Clay and Sam are about to learn they have more common ground than they ever imagined—in and out of the bedroom. But will it be enough to help them overcome the demons of his past and build a happily ever after together? DIRTY SEXY INKEDWhat happens in Vegas doesn't have to stay in Vegas…right?  Mason Kincaid has only ever committed to one woman, and that's his best friend. But he had no intention of screwing up the most important relationship in his life with something as trivial as sex…no matter how much he wanted to. Until one hot, dirty night ruined everything… Unrequited love sucks. Katrina Sands learned that the hard way. All she wanted was one night to let loose and forget how long she'd been pining for a man she could never have. Falling into bed with him was an accident. A filthy, sexy, incredibly complicated accident… DIRTY SEXY CUFFEDHis prized control doesn't stand a chance against her… Cop Levi Kincaid was always in control. Especially in the bedroom. Which was why he never made emotional promises he couldn't keep. The only thing he had to offer the women in his life was dirty sex and intense pleasure. Until he met a blue-eyed angel who tested the boundaries of his control…and his heart.  Sarah Robins wasn't looking for forever, either. She'd been running for so long that the idea of putting down roots seemed like a farfetched fantasy. So, she planned to keep saying no to the hot (and determined) police officer. Until he got hurt protecting her and everything changed… DIRTY SEXY SINNERLet the dirty sexy sinning begin… Thanks to a lifetime of betrayal, Jackson Stone doesn't trust anyone. Finding out he was illegally adopted as a baby and had a twin he'd never met didn't help matters. So, he had no intention of falling for his new brother's hot bartender. Unfortunately, things did not go as planned… The last thing Tara Kent needed was a relationship. She'd been too busy exorcising her personal demons to even consider dating. But Jackson makes her want to try new things. All kinds of filthy, dirty, intensely pleasurable things. The trick will be not crossing the line between fun and complicated… When a dark secret from Tara's past rears its ugly head, Jackson will need to decide how hard he's willing to fight for love—and Tara will need to decide if she's ready to forgive herself and accept it.

He's her greatest temptation . . .Tess Monroe knows what it's like to live with regrets. Eight years ago, she left  behind the only man she's ever loved to pursue a life in the city. She's tried not to look back but when she's forced to return to the small town where she grew up to sort out her grandmother's house, she must face her unresolved feelings for sexy, brooding Morgan Kane—even though their past has made him gruff and bitter.           But what's a girl to do when all that anger of his turns to hot, steamy seduction?  Resisting a man who is so good with his hands is nearly impossible for Tess, and it doesn't take long until they're both in over their heads and Tess has another difficult choice to make . . . head back to the city where her life is, or give it all up for love?

He's the kind of guy her mother warned her about. Tall, dark, charismatic as hell, and her boss.Aiden Stone doesn't do commitments. All he's ever seen love do is break hearts and tear families part. Specifically, his family. The only thing he's willing to commit to one hundred percent is his career. No risk of failure there . . . except for daily temptation in the form of a very sexy and off-limits co-worker.Daisy Parker is beginning to believe that being a good girl is over-rated. So, when an overnight business trip gives her a chance to spend a smoking hot night with the super sexy man she's been crushing on the last three years, she breaks all her own rules.Being bad feels awfully good, but they agree it's a one-time fling. That an office workplace romance would be way too complicated. They're both determined to go back to business as usual.Until Daisy speaks four little words Aiden was never prepared to hear . . . I'm having your baby.

3 Full length romantic suspense novels! GAME OF CHANCEA former Marine and Las Vegas vice cop, Nathan Fox has seen it all and then some. Heading up security for the Onyx Casino is tame compared to his dark past, but it's not his only job. Working for the Reliance Group is his real passion project. His current case: a missing woman. His mission: to find her. Easy enough, until he finds himself tangled up with sexy Nicole Hutton, a stubborn—and stunning—journalist who's nosed her way into his investigation . . . and into his dirty, erotic fantasies. Resisting Nicole is impossible, and he soon discovers that in this dangerous high stakes game of chance, falling in love is the greatest risk of all. TAKE A CHANCEThe son of a con-artist, Sean O'Brien learned the hard way that living by your own rules comes with a price. After a brief time behind bars, Sean is now ready to live an honest life, and pay for his past mistakes, and he's fortunate enough that a member of The Reliance Group sees Sean's potential for good and gives him a job at the Onyx Casino. Zoe Russo has met all types of men on the Vegas strip. But when Sean pays a visit to her boutique, she's certain her luck has changed for the better. They share an immediate, irresistible attraction, and for the first time in her life she's found a man she thinks she can trust. But when Zoe stumbles onto the truth about Sean and his reasons for pursuing her, she can't help but question everything they'd shared. Are his feelings for her real, or has she been a fool once again? Until now, nothing has prepared her for the thrill and risk of taking a chance on love.  LAST CHANCEAs the Executive Casino Hostess for The Onyx in Las Vegas, Valerie Downing is always on the lookout for the night's biggest winners. When she spots a man―one of the sexiest she's ever laid eyes on―generating huge excitement at the craps table, she knows she's in luck. Her goal: To make sure the high rollers stay at her hotel, and that any further gambling is invested right back into the casino. His aim: To enjoy some other "e;perks"e; that Valerie might have to offer… Turns out Chase Pierson is already a VIP guest who happens to be working with Valerie's boss on a top-secret mission for the Reliance Group―one for which she too has been recruited because of her psychic abilities. But Valerie, bold and gorgeous as she is, is first and foremost a professional. No fraternizing with Onyx clientele is her motto…except this hard-bodied, infuriatingly charming client is tempting her to break all the rules.

A former Marine and Las Vegas vice cop, Nathan Fox has seen it all and then some.  Heading up security for the Onyx Casino is tame compared to his dark past, but it's not his only job.  Working for the Reliance Group is his real passion project.  His current case:  a missing woman.  His mission: to find her.  Easy enough, until he finds himself tangled up with sexy Nicole Hutton, a stubborn—and stunning—journalist who's nosed her way into his investigation . . . and into his dirty, erotic fantasies.Resisting Nicole is impossible, and he soon discovers that in this dangerous high stakes game of chance, falling in love is the greatest risk of all.Originally published as INTO THE NIGHT by Janelle Denison, March 2011

I built The Players Club to run by my rules—until one woman made me question every one of them. As the new owner of The Players Club, I've built my reputation on control, discipline, and keeping my personal life separate from business. After being burned in the past, I've learned not to mix emotions with pleasure. Everything in my world works better when expectations are clear and attachments are off the table. That plan works perfectly…until I hire interior designer Stephanie Randall to help redesign the club's private fantasy suites. She's curious, intelligent, and the more time we spend working together, the more I realize she's quietly challenging every carefully built wall I've relied on for years. She sees something in me I've tried hard to keep hidden—and suddenly keeping my distance becomes the one rule I can't seem to follow. Now the one woman I should never want is the only one I can't stop thinking about. Stephanie makes me believe that even a man who lives by strict rules might deserve a future built on trust, passion, and love.

A complete stand-alone story, TALL, DARK & TEMPTING is a fun, flirty swoon-worthy romance featuring Dylan Stone! Dylan Stone and Serena Fields have been best of friends their entire lives.  For Dylan, she's the solid, dependable woman in his life.  His person.  The one who has been there for him through the best and worst of times and doesn't see him for the millions he has in the bank.  And even though he's been secretly attracted to her for years, there are some lines that best friends don't cross—even if he does spend most of their time together entertaining dirty thoughts about her that have no business being in his head. Serena has been in love with Dylan Stone for as long as she can remember, but she's searching for her happily-ever-after and that's not her best friend's thing.  Unfortunately, her dating life is one disaster after another, yet Dylan is always there with a pint of her favorite ice cream and a listening ear after each and every disappointing encounter. It's the perfect arrangement, until one night changes everything.

The son of a con-artist, Sean O'Brien learned the hard way that living by your own rules comes with a price.  After a brief time behind bars, Sean is now ready to live an honest life, and pay for his past mistakes, and he's fortunate enough that a member of The Reliance Group sees Sean's potential for good and gives him a job at the Onyx Casino. Zoe Russo has met all types of men on the Vegas strip.  But when Sean pays a visit to her boutique, she's certain her luck has changed for the better.  They share an immediate, irresistible attraction, and for the first time in her life she's found a man she thinks she can trust.  But when Zoe stumbles onto the truth about Sean and his reasons for pursuing her, she can't help but question everything they'd shared.  Are his feelings for her real, or has she been a fool once again?  Until now, nothing has prepared her for the thrill and risk of taking a chance on love. Originally published as NIGHT AFTER NIGHT by Janelle Denison, October 2011

A complete stand-alone story, TALL, DARK & IRRESISTIBLE is a fun, flirty swoon-worthy romance!When it comes to love and happily ever after, Leo Stone is a disbeliever.  Having been left at the altar by the one woman he thought he'd spend the rest of his life with, he's vowed to keep his heart to himself and enjoy the one thing he knows won't affect his emotions . . . hot, dirty sex.  Except, what's a guy to do when a gorgeous woman asks him to be her stand-in boyfriend for two weeks—with benefits?  Sign him up, please! A drunken night one year ago, Peyton Bishop used Leo Stone's name and photograph to convince her overly-protective parents that she was safe living in New York City—in part thanks to a boyfriend she adored.  Except Leo, the hot guy she's had a secret crush on since college, has no idea he's been cast in the role of her lover.  With her cousin's wedding coming up, and her parent's expecting to meet this mysterious boyfriend, Peyton is forced to come clean and ask Leo a huge favor. Leo agrees to be her stand-in boyfriend, but what's a pretend couple to do when their fake feelings start to become oh-so-real?

The Book Boyfriend Series Complete Collection includes the following books: BIG SHOT Nothing is more satisfying than bringing a big shot to his knees… Wes Sinclair can have any woman he wants. So, the hot, dirty fantasies he's having about his best friend's off-limits sister—the one who keeps stealing his clients and seems immune to his charms—are driving him nuts. Which might explain why he proposed the bet that took such an unexpectedly sexy turn…  Natalie Prescott has worked hard to become the best realtor in the business, and she's not about to let a little thing like losing a bet to Wes get her down. She can definitely control herself for the next two weeks without doing anything dumb…like falling for the ultimate bad boy... FAKING IT Fake engagements only work if both parties remember they're supposed to be faking it… Damsels in distress don't interest Max Sterling. But that didn't stop him from posing as his gorgeous client's fiancé when she needed him. Having a fake girlfriend might keep his momma off his back about his bachelor status, too. It was a win-win. Until he started developing very real feelings and ruined everything… Hailey Ellison had her reasons for creating an imaginary fiancé. But she never expected her hot realtor to rescue her when the ruse was about to be exposed. She never thought a man like him could want a curvy girl like her, either. So, imagine her surprise when he seemed more than willing to reap the sexy benefits of their pretend engagement… WELL BUILT He's a sexy, well-built lover, not a fighter. But he'll make an exception for her… Kyle Coleman left his small hometown years ago and had zero desire to return. But his plans to build a business for his mother forced his hand. He knew he'd run into the only woman he ever loved (and lost) at some point. He had no way of knowing, however, that he'd want her now even more than ever… Ella Fisher had almost forgotten how much she missed Kyle. Until he showed up, hot as ever, to steal the building she wanted for her family business right out from under her. Now all she could think about was how much they'd lost…and how much more she wanted.       ROCK SOLID He's a rock-solid relationship guy. No one-night stands. Except that one.  Connor Prescott had the most intense night of his life in a snowed-in airport with a total stranger. When he woke up the next day, he wanted more. He wanted everything. Too bad she'd bailed and hadn't even left him her last name. He'd left something with her, though. He just didn't know it yet… To say Katie Kaswell had a pitiful romantic history would be an understatement. So, while she enjoyed their night together (really enjoyed it…multiple times), she didn't want a relationship. Then she found out she was pregnant. With no way of contacting the father. Ooops… When fate brings them together again, Connor is thrilled. Not only does he get a second chance with Katie, but he's also the father of the most gorgeous little girl in the world? It was perfect. All he has to do now is convince gun-shy Katie that he's in this for the happily ever after. Easy, right?

Enjoy the complete Tall, Dark & Sexy Series!TALL, DARK & CHARMINGAiden Stone loves life as a bachelor and has no intentions of settling down anytime soon. He has a great job and a career he enjoys, and women adore him . . . except for Daisy Parker, who doesn't seem fazed by his flirtatious attempts or the sexy smile that normally has panties dropping to the floor. She's a tougher nut to crack, but the fact that she seems immune to his charm only fascinates him more . . . until one hot unexpected encounter with her blows his mind and gives them both more than just a night of pleasure. Because Daisy is now his baby momma, and his life is about to change in ways he'd never anticipated.TALL, DARK & IRRESISTIBLEWhen it comes to love and happily ever after, Leo Stone is a disbeliever. Having been left at the altar by the one woman he thought he'd spend the rest of his life with, he's vowed to keep his heart to himself and enjoy the one thing he knows won't affect his emotions . . . hot, dirty sex. Except, what's a guy to do when a gorgeous woman asks him to be her stand-in boyfriend for a week—with benefits? Sign him up, please! TALL, DARK & TEMPTINGDylan Stone and Serena Fields have been best of friends their entire lives. For Dylan, she's the solid, dependable woman in his life. His person. The one who has been there for him through the best and worst of times and doesn't see him for the millions he has in the bank. And even though he's been secretly attracted to her for years, there are some lines that best friends don't cross—even if he does spend most of their time together entertaining dirty thoughts about her that have no business being in his head.Serena has been in love with Dylan Stone for as long as she can remember, but she's searching for her happily-ever-after and that's not her best friend's thing. Unfortunately, her dating life is one disaster after another, yet Dylan is always there with a pint of her favorite ice cream and a listening ear after each and every disappointing encounter. It's the perfect arrangement, until one night changes everything.

All 3 full-length Some Like it Hot (the complete series) are now available in a box set! HOT AND SEXYJoelle Sommers is very good at her job as a PI and bail recovery agent, but she's definitely out of her element when she arrests sexy businessman Dean Colter in a case of mistaken identity. Because unlike her usual fugitives, Dean is cooperative, accommodating, and hot as sin . . . and not at all guilty as charged. But this bad boy isn't so innocent either, and she finds it increasingly hard to resist his seductive charm, and their mutual attraction. HOT AND HEAVYPrim and proper secretary Melodie Turner has been in lust for her boss for years . . . and she's finally going to do something about it. P.I. Cole Sommers might be able to barely resist her sexy new attitude and flirtatious behavior, but when she takes a cue from his current case and decides to seduce Cole's mind with highly provocative letters, she knows his body won't be very far behind . . . HOT AND BOTHEREDP.I. Noah Sommers has always wanted Natalie Hastings. When a car accident leaves her with short-term memory loss, he doesn't hesitate to take her in, along with protecting her when he learns she's acquired a stalker. The hardest part of living with Natalie is keeping his hands off her until she can remember what happened. Only, he hadn't counted on this beautiful, sexy woman making his job so difficult.

A debt repaid . . . in the form of her surrender.  Rich and powerful, Maddux Wilder has built his empire with one thought in mind . . . exacting revenge against the man who killed his parents. But he never planned for his enemy's daughter, Arabella Cole, to offer herself in exchange for her father's debt. Innocent and captivating, Maddux can't resist her allure, or the lust she stirs within him. When Arabella sacrifices her life to save her father's, she does so with the intention of hating the man who now owns her. But beneath Maddux's gruff, boorish exterior she discovers a compelling man. One who makes her burn with need and awakens deep, forbidden desires she can't deny. Soon she's surrendering more than just her body to Maddux. What starts as an act of vengeance becomes something far more consuming. Can this beauty tame the beast, or will revenge cost them both everything that matters most? SINFUL SURRENDER is a seductive and modern take on Beauty and the Beast.

Sometimes the rules you agree to follow are the ones that change your life forever. If you'd asked me a year ago where my life would be, becoming an escort wouldn't have been anywhere on the list. But when I lose my job and find myself buried under debt that isn't even mine, I need a solution—and fast. Spending an evening as someone's companion seems like a simple way to get back on my feet. What I don't expect is meeting Rick Dunne, a confident, magnetic man who sees more in me than just a woman trying to survive a difficult situation. When he asks me to accompany him on a week-long business trip under a set of clearly defined rules, it sounds like the opportunity I need to finally regain control of my life. But the closer we grow, the harder it becomes to believe that what's happening between us is only temporary. Some arrangements are meant to stay simple—but falling for Rick was never part of the plan. Now I need to decide if I'm brave enough to believe in the future he's offering.

She has him just where she wants him...Joelle Sommers is very good at her job as a PI and bail recovery agent, but she's definitely out of her element when she arrests sexy businessman Dean Colter in a case of mistaken identity. Because unlike her usual fugitives, Dean is cooperative, accommodating, and hot as sin . . . and not at all guilty as charged.  But this bad boy isn't so innocent either, and she finds it increasingly hard to resist his seductive charm, and their mutual attraction.  After years of working himself to the point of having no life outside the office, Dean Colter is in the mood for an adventure. But being kidnapped by a gorgeous bounty hunter—one he discovers is into bondage, to boot—isn't exactly what he had in mind. Still, it doesn't take long for him to realize that being a willing captive has its advantages. Jo might be the one with the handcuffs, but Dean's about to discover the key to unleashing the passionate, uninhibited woman beneath the tough, stubborn facade.  And when he does, all bets are off.

He's cautious, guarded and professional.  She's a temptress he can't resist.Tempest Wilder has lived a life of luxury but she's intent on creating her own empire. Her newest venture, Wilder Things, is a boutique hotel with seductively themed rooms.Remy Lowell has a troubled past, filled with abandonment and heartache. He's worked his way up from nothing and is damn proud of that. But his latest contracting job is more provocative than expected and his new client has him thinking thoughts he shouldn't.He's determined not to mix business with pleasure, but when Tempest sets her sights on something, she gets it. And right now she wants Remy, the sexy, rough-around-the-edges man who challenges her at every turn. But after their business deal is over, will the lady and the reformed tramp be able to find their happily ever after? SINFUL PROPOSITION is a seductive and modern take on Lady and the Tramp

He swore he wouldn't touch her, but she's about to test his restraint. Prim and proper secretary Melodie Turner has been in lust for her boss for years . . . and she's finally going to do something about it.  P.I. Cole Sommers might be able to barely resist her sexy new attitude and flirtatious behavior, but when she takes a cue from his current case and decides to seduce Cole's mind with highly provocative letters, she knows his body won't be very far behind . . .Cole is definitely in over his head.  He's got more cases than he can handle, but all he can think about is taking his secretary to bed, turning her over his knee, and showing her what happens to naughty girls who don't behave. At every turn, Melodie is there, taunting him, teasing him, making him burn with a deep, undeniable need.  But Cole promised her father that he'd protect her—even from himself—which means she's off-limits. Only he hadn't counted on being the target of Melodie's irresistible sensual assaults.  Nor had he planned to lose his hardened heart in the battle . . .

A sinful collection of three full-length contemporary fairy-tale novels featuring Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, and Lady and the Tramp themes. SINFUL SURRENDER (Beauty and the Beast)Rich and powerful, Maddux Wilder has built his empire with one thought in mind . . . exacting revenge against the man who killed his parents. But he never planned for his enemy's daughter, Arabella Cole, to offer herself in exchange for her father's debt. Innocent and captivating, Maddux can't resist her allure, or the lust she stirs within him. SINFUL PLEASURES (Cinderella)Elaina "e;Elle"e; Darien is gorgeous and driven, but her father's death left her dealing with a wicked stepmother intent on sabotaging the family business. After two years of constantly working, all she wants is one night for herself, and the Wilder Way Fairy Tale Ball promises to sweep her off her feet. SINFUL PROPOSITION (Lady and the Tramp)Remy Lowell has a troubled past, filled with abandonment and heartache. He's worked his way up from nothing and is damn proud of that. But his latest contracting job is more provocative than expected and his new client has him thinking thoughts he shouldn't.  He's determined not to mix business with pleasure, but when Tempest sets her sights on something, she gets it. And right now she wants Remy, the sexy, rough-around-the-edges man who challenges her at every turn.

Two damaged souls, one magical night.  Elaina "e;Elle"e; Darien is gorgeous and driven, but her father's death left her dealing with a wicked stepmother intent on sabotaging the family business. After two years of constantly working, all she wants is one night for herself, and the Wilder Way Fairy Tale Ball promises to sweep her off her feet. After the tragic loss of his parents and fiancée, handsome and wealthy Hunter Wilder no longer believes in happily ever afters. But when he meets Elle at the ball, he's smitten, and intrigued, for the first time in years. Indulging in a night of sinful pleasures is heavenly, but he awakens to an empty bed. A single crystal adorned shoe is the only proof she was there. One night wasn't nearly enough and he's determined to find Elle. When he discovers her dire financial situation, he wants to help. But while Elle might be a damsel in distress, she's not looking for a prince to rescue her. SINFUL PLEASURES is a seductive and modern take on Cinderella.

One invitation. Two irresistible men. One night that changes everything. When I finally receive an invitation to The Players Club, I'm ready for a night of excitement and escape from my carefully structured life. My plan is simple—meet an intriguing stranger, enjoy the thrill of the moment, and leave with a memory worth keeping. Declan Burke is exactly the kind of confident, commanding man I expected to meet there. From the moment our eyes meet, I know the night will be unforgettable. What I don't expect is Rick Dunne—Declan's stepbrother—who walks into the room with the same quiet strength and undeniable presence. While Declan awakens my sense of adventure, Rick's steady, protective nature makes me feel safe in a way I never anticipated. Together they challenge everything I thought I wanted, showing me that connection, trust, and loyalty can come in unexpected forms.

She's living a fantasy, but it's not her own.Famous pop star, Raevynn Walsh, lives a life of luxury, fame and fortune but her every decision is controlled by others. She dreams of breaking free from her star-studded castle.Collin Donovan has never forgotten his first love, or the way he was forced to let her go. When an opportunity to attend the Wilder Way Fairy Tale ball presents itself, he can't resist catching a glimpse of the sensual songstress one more time.Their chemistry burns brighter than ever, and the two escape to rekindle their passion. As they unravel the tangled lies and heartbreak from their pasts, they grow closer than ever. Now Raevynn must choose between her glamorous prison and the dream she never thought would come true. SINFUL DESIRES is a seductive and modern take on Rapunzel.

The Players Club runs by my rules—but the woman I love is the only one who truly owns my heart. I never planned to build a life with one woman. Running The Players Club keeps me busy, focused, and firmly in control of my world. But Stephanie Randall changed everything. What started as undeniable chemistry grew into something deeper, and now I can't imagine my future—or my club—without her by my side. Between the demands of the club and planning our upcoming wedding, life has become busier than either of us expected. When her birthday arrives, I plan a surprise that will bring us back to the spark that started it all. Because loving Stephanie has taught me that the strongest relationships are built on trust, understanding, and the courage to explore life together. Playing with Her is a complete stand-alone novella for people who haven't yet read Playing his Way, but a sexy treat for those who want to revisit a favorite couple set in the exclusive world of The Players Club.

What's your pleasure? Austin McBride's business is all about fulfilling women's fantasies, but gorgeous, sexy Teddy Spencer has him doing some fantasizing of his own.  Especially when she hires him to play the role of her adoring, hands-on significant other to waylay her boss's unwanted advances. But what starts as a casual, sexy arrangement quickly evolves into an emotional connection neither one of them anticipates.  Falling in love was never part of the deal, but you know what they say about best laid plans . . .

Bryce Rivers is gorgeous, arrogant, and nothing like I anticipated. That's okay, because I'm not going to be what he expected, either.Seducing him should have been a piece of cake, until I discover he's hiding a few indecent secrets of his own.Secretly infiltrating myself into this land development company wasn't about the money, it was about making a difference. When I heard that the head of the organization had died and his nephew had inherited the entire corporation, I thought I finally stood a chance to persuade him to my way of thinking.The new guy wasn't at all what I'd expected. For a reported "e;recluse"e;, he was surprisingly charming, intelligent, and had a rapier wit that matched my own. Our attraction was mutual and scorching hot, which made it incredibly easy to seduce my way into his life and hopefully use that influence to steer him to make changes.The man knew how to set my sheets on fire, but he wasn't easily swayed. This might have started out as something impersonal between us, but the more I got to know him, the harder I fell for him, which wasn't the plan. I could only hope that once I made my true motives known that I wouldn't end up destroying something more valuable—us.And then I discovered that I wasn't the only one hiding secrets . . .

He's finally met his match . . .  P.I. Noah Sommers has always wanted Natalie Hastings.  When a car accident leaves her with short-term memory loss, he doesn't hesitate to take her in, along with protecting her when he learns she's acquired a stalker.  The hardest part of living with Natalie is keeping his hands off her until she can remember what happened.  Only, he hadn't counted on this beautiful, sexy woman making his job so difficult.  Natalie's world has been turned upside down.  Her only constant is her gorgeous "e;fiancé"e;, Noah.  And she wants him . . . constantly.  Only, all of a sudden he's acting noble.  But not for long, because Natalie is planning a seduction he won't be able to resist.  Before long, she has Noah right where she wants him.  In her bed and her heart.  But will happen when Natalie discovers that their relationship was all an act?

One broken heart. One unexpected reunion. And a second chance I never saw coming. Designing couture corsets for my high-profile clients keeps my life busy and successful, but when it comes to love, I've learned the hard way not to trust easily. A year and a half ago Sawyer Burrows shattered my heart, and I promised myself I'd never let him get close again. So when my best friend hands me an invitation to The Players Club, I decide it's time to move forward. One night of freedom with a stranger might be exactly what I need to finally leave the past—and Sawyer—behind. But the last man I expect to see there is the one I've spent months trying to forget. Sawyer knows he hurt me, and now he's determined to prove the man I fell for is still there beneath the mistakes. Letting him back into my life means risking the one thing I swore I'd protect—my heart. But sometimes forgiveness leads to the greatest love of all.

One invitation. One irresistible protector. One temptation that could change my life forever. I accepted an invitation to The Players Club because I wanted a single night of adventure. Then I met Logan Cruz. Confident, intense, and impossible to ignore, he looks at me like I'm the only woman in the room. What begins as a thrilling encounter quickly becomes something far more complicated…because the connection between us refuses to fade once the night is over. Logan is everything I should avoid—protective, determined, and far too capable of getting past the walls I've spent years building. But when a dangerous stalker suddenly puts my safety at risk, Logan is assigned as my protector and we're forced into close quarters. The more time we spend together, the more I see the man beneath his confident exterior—a man who isn't just guarding my life, but slowly earning my trust and my heart. The line between protector and something deeper is impossible to ignore, but opening my heart to Logan means risking everything I've fought to protect.

Sexy bedroom games… and a second chance at desire After nearly twenty years of marriage, I'm still hopelessly in love with my husband. He's confident, charming, and the only man who can still make my heart race with a single look. Now that our sons are grown and we finally have the house to ourselves again, I realize something important. I want more from my marriage. Not just the safe, familiar love we've always shared, but the powerful connection I've glimpsed when Dean lets his more dominant side show. For years he's kept that part of himself carefully controlled—but I'm ready to explore it. So I challenge my husband to stop holding back and discover what's been waiting between us all along. As we rediscover passion, trust, and exciting new bedroom games, our marriage will never be the same. The Marriage Diaries is a steamy contemporary marriage romance featuring an established couple, dominant husband energy, sensual power play, and a passionate rediscovery of love, desire, and intimacy after years together. Perfect for readers who love alpha male romance, dominant hero dynamics, spicy marriage stories, and high-heat contemporary romance.