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He can handle killers. But guarding a beautiful woman? He's defenseless. Tyce Jackson’s had some dangerous undercover assignments. But acting as Bella Holmes’ boyfriend is his riskiest yet. Despite their mutual distrust, their seismic attraction is off the charts…but with killers watching Bella's every move, Tyce must not lose his cool – or his heart.

United at Christmas but for how long… Neil Colton and Elise Willis loved and lost each other long ago…but in the aftermath of an attack on both their lives, desire and danger soon reunite them. And when Elise reveals that—thanks to one reckless night—she’s pregnant with Neil’s baby, nothing will prevent him from protecting the woman he loves, and the child he’s always wanted…

Passion with Protection Kidnapped Shelby O’Hara is grateful to be rescued by handsome Secret Service agent Daniel Henderson. But is not happy with the 24/7 protection he insists on, especially as the two can’t get along…until the fighting stops with a torrid kiss. Now the danger is to Shelby’s heart.•Threats are nothing new for FBI Special Agent Nicholas Rus. But when a night of passion with girl-next-door Annalise Huxton puts her in danger, Nick knows he has to do something drastic. He’d do anything to protect her – and her surprise baby bump!•Starting a new job as a Nanny, Lexie DeMille did not expect her employers home to be ambushed. Enter bodyguard, Mason Steele. His focus should have been on protection. But unravelling Lexie’s secrets became critical to the case, and to his own private agenda.

Protection whatever the cost. After five years, navy SEAL Brisbane Westmoreland is back home and ready to reclaim the woman he left behind. But when he tracks her down, Crystal Newsome isn't ready to forgive Bane. Only now she needs his protection. Can Bane keep Crystal safe and convince her to give him a second chance?•When Megan Lynch’s wedding day is stormed by gunmen taking her hostage, she also learns her ex, presumed dead marine Gage Huxton, is alive. Megan will do anything to stay alive—for herself and a second chance with Gage.•When socialite Veronica St. Germaine becomes ruler of a Mediterranean principality, duty demands she have a bodyguard. Rajesh Vala must protect Veronica—whatever the cost. But independent Veronica isn't making Raj's job easy! Especially with the attraction sizzling between them…

He's no gentleman… But she knows how to play dirty Professional gambler Grant Snyder knows that his sister's best friend, Miranda Fox, is trouble. Petite, delectably curvy trouble. So why is he trying to prove that he's the perfect guy for Miranda's posh dating service? They loathe each other. They want each other. But one of them is bluffing… and the other is playing very dirty. And the only way to win is by wagering everything.

She's definitely not invited…Heiress Asha Patel just crashed a party without knowing that the masquerade ball is for exclusive members. The moment she sees gorgeous French host Mathis Durand, Asha wants membership more than anything. But Durand has something else in mind for the bombshell… Is Asha willing to pay the dangerously high price? He's no gentleman… Professional gambler Grant Snyder knows that Miranda Fox is trouble. Petite, delectably curvy trouble. So why is he trying to prove that he's the perfect guy for Miranda's posh dating service? They loathe each other. They want each other. But one of them is bluffing…and the other is playing very dirty.

She’s his partner, his friend, and now, his alibi Heath Colton is about to take his multimillion-dollar company to the next level when a double homicide shatters his world. His VP’s desire to protect him means he has to pretend they're involved in a secret romance. But Heath’s feelings for Kiley Givens are more real than he’s ready to admit, and now they’re both in a killer’s crosshairs…

She’s paid to take down felons – not fall in love. Although her life is threatened, prosecutor Jocelyn Gerber insists she doesn't need protection. So she bristles at having bodyguard Landon Myers's presence forced on her. Jocelyn and Landon immediately share a mutual dislike and mistrust…with a strong undercurrent of sexual tension. When Landon rescues Jocelyn time and again, her heart begins to thaw…even as a criminal makes her the ultimate target.

Introduce yourself to Mills & Boon’s sexiest series yet! The FiancéStefanie London Their engagement is a lie… But she’s not faking it! Getting caught in a supply closet with scandal-ridden CEO Daniel Moretti is the cherry on top of my day from hell…until he proposes a deal. A fake engagement that will pacify my matchmaking mum and save Daniel’s reputation. But moving into his loft puts us in close quarters. And it’s not long before we’re saying yes all night long! Could a fake engagement lead to true love…or am I only fooling myself?Her Playboy CrushNicola Marsh Absence always make the lust grow hotter… Ryder Beale's back in town, and adorably nerdy statistician Polly Scanlon is back in lust. He's six-plus-feet of delectable, hard-bodied sex—and her brother's best mate. But Beauty never notices the She-Geek. Until now. Polly knows that a fling is 100 per cent pure, delicious trouble. But this sweet statistician doesn't need to crunch the numbers to know that Ryder is one risk she can't resist…MasqueradeCara Lockwood She's definitely not invited… Heiress Asha Patel has just crashed a party without knowing that the masquerade ball is for exclusive members only. The moment she sees gorgeous French host Mathis Durand she wants membership more than anything. But Mathis has something else in mind for a bombshell… Is Asha willing to pay the dangerously high price?Dating the RebelLisa Childs He's no gentleman… Professional gambler Grant Snyder knows that Miranda Fox is trouble. Petite, delectably curvy trouble. So why is he trying to prove that he's the perfect guy for Miranda's posh dating service? They loathe each other. They want each other. But one of them is bluffing…and the other is playing very dirty.

A Christmas escape… Once a bad boy, always a bad boy. At least that's what Candace Baker tells herself after being scorned by fellow bodyguard Garek Kozminski. Her hot co-worker has been faking his criminal comeback to bring down a mobster. But when a curious Candace almost blows his cover, Garek must come clean to her—risking both their lives.· On the cusp of early retirement, covert agent Mike Becker is given one final assignment: babysit a single mother with a reputation for coming up with conspiracy theories. Except the bullets flying Claire Chadwick's way are real. Now Mike will do anything to protect her and her son… and uncover the truth.· Harry Lockhart’s military expertise couldn’t stop the events that killed his team and left him injured. Only Daisy Gunderson—a pen pal he’d never met—and her kind letters helped him survive. But when they meet, danger strikes. A stalker named Secret Santa is targeting the kind-hearted teacher…and the pranks are growing deadly.

The Complete Christmas Collection brought to you by Mills & Boon Including the titles:A TROPICAL CHRISTMAS ESCAPEHOT WINTER NIGHTSCOVERT CHRISTMASA CHRISTMAS BRIDEA REGENCY CHRISTMAS NIGHTA REGENCY CHRISTMAS NIGHT12 DAYS OF PASSIONMISTLETOE KISSESSNOWFLAKES AND SEDUCTIONSECOND CHANCE CHRISTMASONCE UPON A CHRISTMAS NIGHTCHRISTMAS KISSES IN THE SNOWSNOWKISSEDREGENCY CHRISTMAS SCANDALSTHEIR CHRISTMAS SURPRISE

The Christmas in Paradise collection from Mills & Boon Including the titles:A TROPICAL CHRISTMAS ESCAPEHOT WINTER NIGHTSCOVERT CHRISTMASA CHRISTMAS BRIDEA CHRISTMAS NIGHT WITH CONSEQUENCES

He’s the target and she’s in the crosshairs When organised crime threatens journalist Luca's life, he assumes a fake identity. Now he’s “Luke Bishop,” keeping to himself at a ranch. With a snowstorm and threats to his life closing in, proprietor Aubrey needs his help. Suddenly he’s playing cowboy amid deadly conditions and fighting his feelings for her. But can they both survive their killer attraction…and the bull's-eye on their backs?

A detective is on an abduction case Bodyguard Keeli Abbott will do anything to protect Detective Spencer Dubridge from a murderer who is set on revenge. But Spencer acts like he can’t stand his bodyguard. That is, until the simmering chemistry between them bubbles over…and the unthinkable happens. Keeli’s pregnant—and in the killer’s clutches! Spencer is the only one who can help her and his unborn child survive…

He's everyone's hero, can she let him be hers? Returning to her hometown, Courtney Beaumont still feels nothing but hatred for hotshot firefighter Owen James. The former bad girl blames him for her mother's death—and for mistreating her. But after saving him from several murder attempts, Courtney finds herself falling for the local hero. Until she realises the real reason he's getting close to her… and the high-stakes peril he's put her in.

Is the man she married the man she thought he was? Unable to stand the stress of being a fireman’s wife, ER nurse Willow asks her husband to leave. Not long after, however, she realises she's carrying his child! When his reputation and life are in danger, she lets Luke back into her life. But just who wants to destroy him? Guilty and suspicious, Willow admits her lingering feelings. Can she trust the hotshot to prove his innocence and keep them safe?

He could handle the heat…until he met her The moment he starts investigating a series of threats against the Huron Hotshots, Patrick becomes a target. And everyone on his new team is a suspect. Firefighter Henrietta gains his trust when an assailant takes shots at her and Trick. As alluring as she is strong, she’s a woman he could fall for. But his desire for her might become a distraction that puts them both in danger!

Royal liaisons Mauro Bianchi is stunned to discover the beautiful innocent who left his bed at midnight three months ago is a queen…and she’s pregnant! He’s never wanted a family, but nothing will stop this billionaire from claiming his heir.•To preserve his family dynasty, Luca was planning to marry a convenient bride—until Callie reveals the consequences of their heated encounter! Having just taken back her freedom, Callie refuses to wear his ring. To legitimise his heir, Luca must persuade her that life in the royal bed will more pleasurable than she can possibly imagine!•Whit Howell must rescue Princess Gabriella and return her to her country. In order to keep her safe, he needs to know who is orchestrating attacks on her…and why? This is the most important mission of his life – and he’ll risk everything to save the one woman he’s discovered he can’t live without.

A marriage with a mission! Nothing has fazed Logan in his career as a bodyguard, until he's tasked with protecting his biggest enemy! Stacy isn't thrilled about having to work with Logan, but when attempts are made on her life she knows he’s her only hope of survival. Logan won't let Stacy out of his sight. But is it because he doesn't want to fail his assignment…or because he's come to care for the gutsy woman…?•Emily Walker is back home for her brother’s wedding. But the occasion is marred by a blizzard, a murderer on the loose…and Brodie Langtry, the man who broke her heart! But Brodie is convinced Emily is the killer’s next target. How can he protect a woman who wants nothing to do with him – a woman he's terrified to let out of his sight?•In Montana for his brother's nuptials, Jackson Cardwell isn't looking to be anybody's hero. But the Texas single father knows a beautiful lady in distress when he meets her. Someone's hell-bent on making Allie Taylor think she's losing her mind. Jackson's determined to unmask them…and guard the widowed wedding planner and her little girl with his life.

His duty to protect her For a stolen night of freedom, ever-dutiful Princess Halina throws caution to the wind and succumbs to the seduction of notorious Rico Falcone. Yet the consequences of their insatiable passion lands Lina in royal disgrace. When she’s hidden away to conceal her shocking secret, ruthless Rico storms the palace! He’ll do anything to legitimise his child – he’ll even make Lina his wife!•Dr Jeena Harrak has returned home. Years after being banished by the King of Kaylana, upon falling pregnant with Prince Maazin’s baby. Jeena never had a chance to say goodbye to Maazin, or to tell him of his father’s cruelty. Will working together and revealing his heir be enough to reunite their family?•A princess and her doppelganger are missing, and a grief-stricken king turns to his bodyguard for answers. When one of the women is found, Aaron Timmer’s mission is to keep her safe and find the abductor. But how can he do that when the mystery woman has lost her memory?

His carefully crafted identity…is about to go up in flames! After an attempt on his life, Jonathan Canterbury IV chose to let the world believe he was dead. Then Tammy Ingles discovers that the firefighter she knows as Ethan Sommerly is really the heir to an epic fortune. He doesn’t know what scares him more: the fact that his new lover can expose his secret, or the intensity of his need for her…

A Collection Full of Scandalous Propositions! Including the titles:Indecent Proposals: The Fake EngagementIndecent Proposals: The Wedding PartyIndecent Proposals: The Shotgun WeddingIndecent Proposals: The Best FriendIndecent Proposals: The RivalIndecent Proposals: The Holiday Wedding

Everything will change…in The One Night Collection Including the titles:One Night…to ForeverOne Night…to ScandalOne Night… to MarriageOne Night…for RevengeOne Night…to SeductionOne Night…For BusinessOne Night…of ConvenienceOne Night…to Safety

And they lived happily ever after Including the titles:The Prince Next DoorA Pretend ProposalThe Cinderella EffectSaving His PrincessA Nine-Month Surprise

Risking life and love For security expert Garrett King, rescuing a damsel in distress is routine. He knows sexy, desirable Princess Alexis left her castle to look for independence and true love – and she thinks she’s found it in him. But he’s no white knight, he’s been hired to protect her during her adventure, and he doesn’t do happily ever after…•Media heiress Josie returns home after being in witness protection for years and walks into a deadly trap, when gorgeous FBI agent Brendan – Josie’s former lover – rescues her. Brendan is the reason Josie was in witness protection; how can she trust him? But what Josie doesn’t know is how far Brendan will go to ensure their reunion remains permanent.•When Aleksandra Dimitriou is revealed as the secret daughter of Akathinia’s former King, she’s torn from her comfortable existence and thrust into the royal world…under the protection of Aristos Nicolades. Aristos has orders not to touch the innocent princess, but the temptation is too much. And it’s soon clear that the person Aristos should be protecting Aleksandra from is himself!

Life or death FBI agent Ash Stryker would never speed-date. But that’s where he tracks down Claire Molenski, a computer programmer suspected of selling government information. When he rescues her from a kidnapping, he realises that she’s innocent, but also that the only way to protect her is to pose as her boyfriend. But will the pair survive long enough to find out how much of an act their relationship is?•Savannah Martell has no memory of how she ended up next to her womaniser ex-husband's dead body. Facing too many unanswerable questions, she turns to Connor Wells. Years ago, their romance burned hot and deep, and even now their flame still lingers. But when the death count rises and evidence leads back to Savannah, will Connor still provide an alibi for the woman he never stopped loving?•Carly Valentine never expected that she would have to pretend to be someone’s girlfriend, but when Ivan Mostek’s visit to Kansas City enrages his fiercest enemies, it’s the only way to keep him safe. Suddenly, the experienced cop is faced with a mission like none she has ever trained for. One in which fake feelings could turn into something all too real.

He will do anything to protect them A serial killer’s threats drive agent Cash Colton to locate his ex-wife. After arriving just in time to save Valentina from being killed, he’s shocked to discover that the toddlers accompanying her are his daughters. Cash never wanted kids, so Valentina kept them secret. Now, guarding his newfound family, Cash starts to develop tender feelings for his daughters…and old longings he thought he’d buried.

A royal invitation to…the Crown Collection Including the titles:Duty to the CrownPromised to the CrownReunited with the CrownProtecting the CrownTrading the CrownFalling for the Crown

Immerse yourself in The Irresistible Italians and The Crown collections Including the titles:Irresistible Italians: A Dangerous DealIrresistible Italians: Securing a PrinceIrresistible Italians: A Scandalous PropositionIrresistible Italians: A Price To PayIrresistible Italians: One Perfect MomentIrresistible Italians: A Holiday ProposalDuty to the CrownPromised to the CrownReunited with the CrownProtecting the CrownTrading the CrownFalling for the Crown