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Can two exes survive long enough to get a second chance at love? Wyatt Spalding was the first man Isabel Cruz ever loved. And now she needs his help to find out who's threatening her and her family. Sparks from their past and present fly as they investigate, but Isabel and Wyatt must take down a murderous monster to save the Cruz clan.

True love, second chances… and a covert mission! With her family in trouble, Ainsley Colton turns to her ex, ace attorney Santiago Morales. Soon, Santiago asks for help in return…going undercover as husband and wife to expose a dangerous scam. Neither can deny their growing attraction, until “till death do us part” becomes all too real.

Can he protect his newfound family? A night of exquisite passion before departing for grad school left Sophia Burns pregnant. Now she’s returned home to claim an inheritance… and to tell Carter Donaghy he’s a father. Despite their chemistry, Sophia’s fears Carter’s reaction to having a deaf son. But when danger threatens her and their child, Carter must protect the new family he’s learning to love.

He’ll risk everything, even his heart… After losing his family, Dr. Stavros Makris could never imagine trusting again. So when Desiree Colton rushes her toddler Danny to the ER, Stavros must keep things professional with mother and son. But when a kidnapper targets Danny, Stavros and Desiree work together to protect the little boy from a criminal closing in…

A battle for justice pits brother against brother Bounty hunter Baldwin Bowe works in the shadows, finding fugitives no one else can. But now he’s hired to bring in his own sibling and help prove the innocence of CSI Jillian Colton. Baldwin sticks by her side, aiming to lure in his criminal brother and exonerate Jillian. Yet as danger escalates, Baldwin never expected to fall for the woman by his side…

When passion meets danger… James Harris needs a nanny for his nephew—now! So when Lydia Walker’s sister reneges on an extravagant bachelor-auction bid, he has an idea. He’ll cover the debt, and Lydia will care for the baby. Neither is prepared for the passion that blindsides them. But is a permanent personal arrangement more than they bargained for?•When playboy Dario Ortega meets Felicity Grant, the lovely Marine turned P.I. spurns his advances. Yet Dario offers his tech expertise to help Felicity solve a hacking. Working the case together softens Felicity's steely heart and makes Dario rethink bachelorhood. But can they catch a killer in time for Christmas?•On holiday in paradise, Darcy Owens meets sexy, sun-kissed York Ellis, a drop-dead-gorgeous but supremely arrogant ex-cop. But when Darcy finds herself in peril York vows to safeguard her. Soon, it's his heart he's in danger of losing when she tempts him with the one thing the sworn bachelor never dreamed he'd find – love.

From one amazing night to a family in danger Entrepreneur Oliver Colton has never invested in a long-term relationship – until he learns that Hilary Weston is pregnant and he’s the father. The dizzying attraction that brought them together for one night hasn’t changed, but she doesn’t trust that he’s ready to commit. When Hilary's brother goes missing, Oliver risks everything to bring him home…and guard his growing family.

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

Torn between duty and desire, two strangers must risk all for love Nuclear physicist Dr. Claire Fleming has one rule: never get close to anyone. But when her colleague is murdered and she''s targeted next, she must place all her trust in FBI agent Thomas Kincannon. Soon Claire forgets her tenet as she fantasizes about Thomas''s touch. Thomas is wildly attracted to Claire. But his life and his job are too complicated for any romantic entanglements. Despite this, they share a mind-blowing kiss, and there''s no turning back. When Thomas''s niece is abducted, the stakes become dangerously higher as Claire insists he trade her for the child. Somehow, Thomas must find a way to rescue his family and protect the woman who let her protective walls down just for him.

Trusting the man she loves could cost her her life Putting her faith in someone who lies for a living isn''t the safest thing Dr. Jillian Mahoney has ever done. But to stay alive, she has to believe the undercover agent—who''s kidnapped her to prove his innocence—isn''t a traitor to the FBI. And to help him, she must deny their intense attraction as they run from two vengeful killers. Her captor, Alex Malcom, has lived a life of lies—some worse than others. Still, there''s one truth he''s reluctant to disclose to Jillian, the woman of his dreams. One that could stop their relationship cold.

Blackmail meets desire in this tale of secrets and revenge out West! When Fiona Sanders is held at gunpoint at her convenience store job, Houston officer Nate Gallagher doesn''t hesitate to act the hero. But within days she''s targeted again and Nate knows the crimes aren''t random. His only option: keep the vulnerable beauty safe while they search for the culprits. Having lost her own father in the line of duty, Fiona refuses to fall for a cop—no matter how much the drop-dead gorgeous, self-appointed bodyguard tugs at her heartstrings. But as the enemy closes in and the truth about the attacks is revealed, Fiona must learn to trust Nate…or face history repeating itself.

In one passionate night Special Agent James Reynolds and scientist Kelly Jarvis went from friends to lovers. Then Kelly walked away with only an apology. Now James is charged with solving a bioterrorist attack – and Dr. Jarvis works at the suspected lab.Is Kelly an accomplice or a victim?Just what are her secrets that drove her from James’s bed?Soon one thing becomes clear: The ghosts of her past have nothing on the terrorists targeting her and Washington, D.C.Another threat bathes the city in red alert, and now there are lives at stake, in addition to hearts…

Torn between duty and desire, two strangers must risk all for loveNuclear physicist Dr. Claire Fleming has one rule: never get close to anyone. But when her colleague is murdered and she's targeted next, she must place all her trust in FBI agent Thomas Kincannon. Soon Claire forgets her tenet as she fantasizes about Thomas's touch.Thomas is wildly attracted to Claire. But his life and his job are too complicated for any romantic entanglements. Despite this, they share a mind-blowing kiss, and there's no turning back. When Thomas's niece is abducted, the stakes become dangerously higher as Claire insists he trade her for the child. Somehow, Thomas must find a way to rescue his family and protect the woman who let her protective walls down just for him.

Chelsea Logan never gets the chance to file the story that would have shocked the blue-collar town of Serenity, Maine, to its core. Her death is ruled a suicide, but her cousin Faith Pelletier knows Chelsea better than that.Faith returns to their hometown and begins to ask questions–questions that no one wants to answer. And it's not long before she uncovers some nasty little truths about life in this fading mill town.As Faith closes in on a web of drugs and violence, she is forced to turn to police chief Ty Savage for information. After all these years he still gets under her skin, but should she trust him? As the circle of deceit draws ever tighter, Faith must outwit a faceless enemy who will stop at nothing to have her silenced.

Toxic chemicals and instant chemistry in this tale of murder, medicine and combustible attraction!One minute Hannah Baker is a quiet science professor. The next, a possible murder suspect. Six victims, one per week, all poisoned with the same exotic chemical Hannah once worked with. Now she's wanted by Houston detective Owen Randall–but is it to enlist her help, or arrest her? Owen knows the prim Hannah is hiding something, but he isn't sure she's a killer. Especially after some unfortunate incidents. Is she the next victim of the chemical killer? Torn between duty and his growing feelings, Owen only knows he has less than a week to save her…

Blackmail meets desire in this tale of secrets and revenge out West! When Fiona Sanders is held at gunpoint at her convenience store job, Houston officer Nate Gallagher doesn't hesitate to act the hero. But within days she's targeted again and Nate knows the crimes aren't random. His only option: keep the vulnerable beauty safe while they search for the culprits.Having lost her own father in the line of duty, Fiona refuses to fall for a cop—no matter how much the drop-dead gorgeous, self-appointed bodyguard tugs at her heartstrings. But as the enemy closes in and the truth about the attacks is revealed, Fiona must learn to trust Nate…or face history repeating itself.

A Baby to ProtectSomeone has left a baby on the porch of search-and-rescue expert Ridge Colton’s log cabin.Who? And why?A loner, Ridge knows nothing about caring for an infant. But when the woman who broke his heart years ago shows up to help, he’s reminded of everything he once almost had…From a wealthy family, Dr Darcy Marrow was dissuaded from loving the man whose name meant one thing in town: shame. But with a dangerous thug trying to kidnap the baby, Ridge discovers how far he’ll go to protect the little one, Darcy – and his long-guarded heart.

The lives of a beautiful surgeon and her DEA agent protector are at stake in this thrilling tale! On a medical mission to South America, Dr. Olivia Sandoval hardly expects to be threatened by a drug cartel. To save lives, Olivia agrees to transport drugs for them. When DEA agent Logan Murray appears as her partner-in-crime and rescuer, Olivia's relieved…and drawn to her knight in shining armor.Logan jumps at the chance to guard a beautiful woman, and bring down a drug ring. After all, neither he nor Olivia are looking for forever love–just justice. But one kiss changes that, as they go on the run. When taken hostage in the jungle, they must not only defeat the enemy—but also escape with their lives!

New York Times bestselling author Rachel Lee returns to Conard County with a supercharged romance! When hunters threaten local wildlife, investigator Kel Westin vows to catch the perpetrators. But as he's sent undercover to work with game warden Desi Jenks, Kel finds himself caught off guard by his need to protect her, too.Desi trusts no one. That includes the sexy former army ranger living in her bunkhouse, posing as a poacher. As a dangerous group gathers in the mountains, she must put her life in Kel's hands, a move that will change their fragile, growing bond forever…

A cowboy puts his life on the line for the woman expecting his child!Determined to steer clear of the horrors of his family, rancher Thorne Colton keeps to himself – which means resisting Maggie Lowell. Last time they were together, he succumbed and passion took control. But when an explosion nearly claims her life, Thorne discovers their night together yielded more than just sizzling memories.Pregnant and under Thorne's protection, Maggie isn't sure where the bigger threat lies. Out in the open, she's a killer's target. On his ranch, she's in close quarters with the man who's driven to keep her and their child safe, but broke her heart once and might do it again…

A mysterious outbreak propels a doctor and a wounded warrior into escalating danger. After a traumatic incident years before, Mallory Watkins, ship's doctor aboard the Abigail Adams, doesn't trust easily. On her latest cruise, she's wary of sexy security chief Everest LeBeau, but when passengers suddenly fall sick and a dead body is uncovered, Mallory must turn to the handsome veteran for help.Wary of intimacy since suffering a life-changing injury, veteran Everest recognizes a kindred spirit in Mallory. His beautiful coworker stirs tender feelings in him he'd long forgotten. While Everest and Mallory close in on a lethal saboteur, trust is at a premium as their hearts–and their lives–are in peril.

The Coltons of Shadow Creek comes to a shocking Christmas climax! Special Agent Cowboy by Regan Black When hackers strike corporate giant Colton, Inc., they put executive Marie Meyers directly in their cross-hairs. Enter FBI agent Emiliano Ortega, a sexy expert charged with protecting the beautiful city girl at his ranch. Neither trusts their mutual attraction, but keeping their relationship professional under the mistletoe is impossible… The Marine's Christmas Case by Lara Lacombe When playboy Dario Ortega meets Felicity Grant, the lovely Marine-turned-P.I. spurns his advances. So, Dario offers his tech expertise to help Felicity solve the Colton Inc. hacking. Working the case together softens Felicity's steely heart and makes Dario rethink bachelorhood. But can they catch a killer Colton in time for Christmas?

He broke her heart, now he’s back to save her. K-9 officer Micah Shaw never thought tracking a serial killer would lead him to the woman he once loved – and near death! Bea Colton needs Micah now more than ever. Their second-chance attraction is an all-too-deadly distraction: one that could kill!

Can they stay one step ahead of a serial killer? FBI profiler Rebecca Wade is used to tough, gruesome cases. But a serial killer targeting women in Big Bend National Park gets under her skin in a way she never anticipated.Alongside her unexpected partner—enigmatic Park Ranger Quinn Gallagher—Rebecca must race against the clock to prevent more innocent lives from being lost and achieve justice at last.

Who kidnapped Emma Foster’s baby? When her daughter is abducted from her Texas home, Emma Foster turns to Matt Thompson to help her. Matt and Emma work together to retrieve little Christina from the clutches of traffickers.But it will be a race against the clock for the ranger and the nurse, who must risk it all to save the innocent infant…

The family she’s always wanted is under siegeMolly Gilford works hard to rescue her family legacy from the Colton name. All bets are off when she meets her cousin Blaine’s sexy BFF, former soldier Max Hollick. Their torrid affair yields an unexpected baby bump…and a dangerous enemy.

The lives of a beautiful surgeon and her DEA agent protector are at stake in this thrilling tale!  On a medical mission to South America, Dr. Olivia Sandoval hardly expects to be threatened by a drug cartel. To save lives, Olivia agrees to transport drugs for them. When DEA agent Logan Murray appears as her partner-in-crime and rescuer, Olivia''s relieved…and drawn to her knight in shining armor. Logan jumps at the chance to guard a beautiful woman and bring down a drug ring. After all, neither he nor Olivia are looking for forever love—just justice. But one kiss changes that as they go on the run. When taken hostage in the jungle, they must not only defeat the enemy—but also escape with their lives!

Two doctors are on thin ice as they race across the Antarctic to save the world from a deadly disease in this romantic medical thriller.Epidemic researcher Dr. Avery Thatcher has studied countless illnesses, but nothing could prepare her for what she finds at a remote Antarctic base. A mysterious ailment is ravaging inhabitants. And among those desperate to solve the crisis is Dr. Grant Jones—the man she never wanted to see again. Avery will do whatever it takes to discover the cause of the illness, and she vows to keep her heartbreaking history with Grant in the past—even if reignited passion brings them dangerously close. For Grant, ending this outbreak, and regaining Avery’s trust, are vital. As their hunt to contain a lethal pathogen escalates, he’ll put everything on the line to avert disaster—even as another insidious threat emerges . . .