Lynn LaFleur – författare

Four couples reignite their sex lives at an exclusive Texas resort in this collection of short erotic romances.If the walls of charming North Texas resort Belle on the Bend could talk, forbidden fantasies and steamy secrets would pour forth. Alluring Isabella "Belle" Partricelli is much more than the hostess of this intimate estate. Belle is a master teacher of sensuality, seduction, and romance.Belle''s sexy antebellum mansion is an erotic palace of pleasure and passion. With Belle''s guidance, six people are reawakened to their passions and given the chance to connect with their one true love.Maggie''s wealthy husband must learn to satisfy her. Irresistible supermodel Yvonne is every man''s dream but she yearns to have her own desires fulfilled. Football hunk Vince needs a new playbook to hit loving touchdowns with his wife.Within the sensual landscape of Belle''s sprawling estate, these stimulating stories have a little something for everyone—Belle included."Lynn LaFleur is creative and bold, and she''s not afraid to push the envelope." —Angela Knight, New York Times bestselling author of Master of Fire"LaFleur offers sultry and steamy scenes that are seamlessly interwoven into stories that have fully developed characters and plots that carry the reader beyond what happens between the sheets." —RT Book Reviews

In Forbidden Fantasies by Lynn LaFleur, girlfriends Celina, Elayne, and Jasmine reunite to set sail on the erotic fantasy cruise of a lifetime. This luxury boat and sexy crew aim to please with more than fifty shades of pure pleasure. Satisfaction is the main destination for this sensual and boundary-pushing vacation...Successful Celina trades her uptight business suit for lingerie and romance with playboy Captain Rand. Meanwhile, twice-divorced Elayne explores risk-free with the yacht''s sexually adventurous first officer, Jonathan. As for heartbreaker Jasmine, the diva used to having her way, she sets the difficult challenge of seducing Chase, the most reserved man on board.There may be no rules on this steamy ship but more than one hot secret will be revealed in Forbidden Fantasies, three intertwined erotic stories by Lynn LaFleur.

Ally Briscoe falls head over heels the first time she sees Bain Duncan, but has no luck in getting the blond-haired hunk to notice her.New to the Lanville area and now a single man, Bain wants to do his job and be left alone. Getting involved with another woman is at the bottom of his to-do list.Claudius Ulysses Pervis Ichabod Derryberry--alias Cupid--tells Ally she must seduce Bain to get his attention. And what better day for that than Valentine's Day?(Previously published as A Cupid's Work is Never Done.

Kristina Thomas is excited to be starring in her first movie, and thrilled to have the hunky David Dunning as her co-star. She feels an instant attraction toward him the moment their hands touch, and suspects David feels the same way.A successful movie career has made David famous and wealthy, but he's alone at his choice. Someone kills the women who become his lovers. He can't allow the same thing to happen to Kris, no matter how much he wants her.Desire so strong can't be denied, and they surrender to lovemaking. With the movie being shot on location at his family's cattle ranch, David feels confident he and Kris can explore their feelings for each other without danger.But the killer lurks in the background, determined to destroy David's chance for happiness with the woman he loves.

It isn't Jade Talmage's idea to hire a strange man to escort her to the hospital gala. The absence of her brother Paul—her usual companion—leaves her with no choice but to accept her daughter's offer to hire an escort.Enter Zachary Cooper, one-third owner of Coopers' Companions, a professional escort service. Zach is exactly the type of man Jade wants in her life. Yet she's sure a relationship with a man ten years her junior would lead to nothing but heartache.Zach wants a lifetime with the woman he's fallen for so desperately, and has to convince Jade that he's much more than a stud for hire—he's the man who loves her.(Previously published as Rent-A-Stud.)

What does a man give his wife for her birthday? Her fantasy, of course. When Amanda admits to Jake that she'd like to be part of a menage a trios, he isn't sure if he could ever share his wife with another man.Then his friend Patrick comes for a visit...(Previously published as The Birthday Gift.)

Savannah has loved Dominic for years, yet has done her best to stay away from her Coven's Master warlock. Her magic always turns wonky whenever he's near. But with her evaluation before the Board in only thirteen days, she needs his help.Helping Savannah gives Dominic the chance to be close to her, as he's longed to be. He soon realizes her problem is much more severe than he'd thought. He and Savannah have only days to figure out why her changing spell doesn't work, or she'll suffer dire consequences.

Lindsay Cunningham has always waited for the men to ask her out, believing women shouldn't be pushy. That changes the evening of her thirtieth birthday, when she has dinner at her favorite restaurant and bar with girlfriends. Tired of constantly being meek, she approaches the sexy bartender and offers him a wild night of uninhibited sex.The night is much more than simply sex for Sam McKeifer. He wants a future with Lindsay. Unfortunately, he has no idea how to find her when he awakes the next morning and discovers she's left.With help from two of his employees, Sam finds Lindsay. Now he has to help her tear down the walls that surround her bruised heart. Only then will she realize true love is worth the wait.(Previously published as One Thing to Give.)

Gail Baxter wanted one night of incredible sex with no worries, no pressures...one night to completely lose herself in a man's arms. When she saw Jason across the room, she knew he would give her everything she desired.Jason Devereux wanted a night of hot sex with a warm, willing woman. It took only one kiss for him to know Gail was the one he wanted to make love with all night long.This could be one night of pleasure, or lead to something special and everlasting.

As a descendant of the oldest vampire family in Europe, Tain Remington knows it would be almost impossible to meet that special woman who carries the rare gene needed to turn her into a vampire.Marina Black is that woman.Marina is immediately drawn to the black-haired hunk who offers to help her when she gets lost in a snowstorm. Finding out the hunk is a vampire quickly turns her desire into anger and fear.That desire returns when she experiences the intense pleasure Tain gives her. She can either turn away from him, or push aside her fears and accept the love he offers.

A need to expand his computer business has Jamieson Millington studying websites and spreadsheets for investment property when he accidentally dials Veronica St. James' number. The first time he hears her voice, he knows she's his destiny.A series of events make Jay wonder why Roni appeared in his life when she did. Devastated that Jay questions her love, Roni tells him they have no possibility of a future together if he doesn't trust her.An attempt on Jay's life brings Roni and Jay back together. They have to stop the assassin, or the dynasties of their wolf packs could be in jeopardy.(This novella originally published in the NightShift anthology.)

Breanna Talmage has college behind her and is on her way to a career in law. She enjoys her job in her father's law firm, treasures the relationship with her mother, has several close girlfriends, and sex is plentiful. She is completely satisfied with her life.Until the threats begin.Detective Evan Stone didn't want to get saddled with babysitting Breanna, a young woman he considers way too immature. But when her life is in danger, he can't say no to Breanna's stepfather, Zachary Cooper, who is one of Evan's closest friends. He'll protect Breanna until the person threatening her life is caught.Lust wasn't supposed to be part of the assignment. Neither was falling in love.

Crista Farrell lost her husband in an automobile accident ten months ago. She returns to their special spot on Hood Canal in Washington to say goodbye to him and go on with her life.Car trouble leads her to walk to a nearby cabin, where she meets Jeff Bower. Jeff has come to his cabin to be alone and think about the long relationship he'd ended with his girlfriend. He didn't expect to find a damsel in distress on his doorstep.Sparks fly between the two lovers, yet Jeff is unsure if Crista is truly falling in love with him, or still trying to get over the loss of her husband.Enter a tow truck driver who looks just like Santa Claus. With a little magic and a Christmas wish, Santa makes sure Crista and Jeff have their happy ending. After all, Christmas is about miracles.(Previously published as A Wish Granted.)

Someone is killing the wolves in Tyrus Chamberlain's pack. Not having any luck in finding the killer on his own, he turns to a security company for help. Expecting a man named Mac to arrive, he's shocked to meet a woman named Mackenzie instead. He falls into instant lust, something that hasn't happened to him since his wife died.Mackenzie Lane lost her husband three years ago and has no interest in another relationship. Yet the call of the wolf inside her knows Ty is meant for her. She can resist him for only so long until her wolf has to be satisfied.Their passion is explosive, their lovemaking everything they both fantasized it could be.But a killer is still on the loose, threatening more wolves and Mackenzie. Ty will risk everything—even his own life—to protect the members of his pack and the woman he loves.

Rye Coleman falls in lust with Alaina May the first time she walks into the office of his construction firm to hire his company to refurbish an old house into a bed-and-breakfast. Finding out she's the sister of the woman who had humiliated him in front of the whole town quickly kills that lust. He accepts the job, but refuses to have anything to do with Alaina.Alaina works side-by-side with Rye in the house. A picnic meant to thank him for his hard work turns into a night of lovemaking.A murder from seventy-three years ago, a ghost in the Victorian, and a modern-day man determined to stop the remodeling threaten the blossoming love between Rye and Alaina. They have to admit their feelings and join together, or the outside forces will team them apart.

Driving Jaxon Greene home after a party, Michaela Ware's car is engulfed by a bright light. They think it lasts for only a moment, but in actuality seven hours of their lives disapear.As a reporter, Jax has to investigate what happened to them, and how. He's always thought of Mike as a coworker and friend. His investigation brings him closer to her, and makes him realize he cares for her as much more than a friend.(Previously published as "e;Abduction"e; in the Ellora's Cavemen: Legendary Tails 1 anthology.)

Dax Coleman has it all--money in the bank, a job he loves, and an address book filled with women's names who only want a good time. He's never had a problem charming a woman into his bed.He meets his match when Kelcey Ewing moves to Lanville. A former housemate of his brothers' girlfriends, Kelcey is as serious as Dax is carefree. He considers it his personal goal to teach her how to have fun.An unforgettable incident in her life has left Kelcey wary and unable to have a relationship with a man. She decides she's destined to be alone, until Dax's lovemaking awakens her senses.Unwilling to risk a broken heart with a man she considers walking sin, Kelcey tells Dax she doesn't want to get involved with him. Dax must prove to Kelcey his love for her is real, and will last the rest of his life.

Best friends in high school, Sandy Randolph and Michael Carlson renew their friendship when they meet again twelve years later.Sandy tries to fight her blossoming feelings for she knows a relationship with Michael is impossible. One of his dreams is for a large family, and that is something she cannot give him.A short, disastrous marriage produced one good thing for Mike—his son. His ex-wife kidnapped Corey almost a year ago. Despite help from the FBI and private investigators, no one has found Corey. Mike decides to take over the search for his son, and wants Sandy by his side.As their feelings for each other deepen, Sandy knows she has to admit the truth about her sterility. But if she does, she may lose the love of her life.(Previously published as More Than Love.)

Griff Coleman used to be the happiest man in the world, until a doped-up kid killed his wife and unborn child in a bank robbery. Now, he does his job during the day and spends the rest of the time alone.Emma Keaton, a five-foot-three package of energy, comes barreling into his life. They're thrown together when Griff is put in charge of building a restaurant next to the new bed-and-breakfast his construction company is currently remodeling. Emma oozes sex appeal, an appeal Griff finds irresistible.Emma has never been interested in anything long-term with a man. Her feelings change as she and Griff spend time together. Griff must let go of the past and accept her as part of his future. Only then will he heal and love her as much as she loves him.

Although she's a third owner of Coopers' Companions, a successful male escort business, Michelle Cooper never dates any of the escorts. Her convictions are put to the test when she hires two new escorts—Nathan Turner and Andre D'Amato.Nathan and Andre have been friends and lovers for years. They love each other, yet both enjoy sex with women. Neither have been interested enough in one woman to pursue her. That changes when they meet Michelle.Their charm and persistence soon win over Michelle, and she agrees to date them. She doesn't worry until her feelings deepen. It isn't possible for her to love both of them.Or is it?(Previously published as Michelle's Men.)

Patrick Dennison is excited about the upcoming visit from his friend, Jake Cabot, and Jake's wife, Amanda, to his ski resort. He didn't expect to take one look at Amanda's friend, Tera Connolly, and fall head over heels in lust.Tera is recovering from a broken heart and isn't interested in getting involved with another man. That doesn't mean she fails to notice the sexy ski resort owner. A night in his arms is the perfect way to help her begin to heal.She's hesitant when Amanda suggests a foursome with Jake and Patrick for Patrick's birthday, but the idea of an intimate evening with Patrick, Jake, and Amanda is too tempting to resist.The foursome is amazing for Patrick, yet alone time with Tera is even better. Somehow, he has to convince her to stay with him...not just for a few more days, but for a lifetime.(Previously published as Always Room for Four.)

While searching for the perfect birthday card for her sister, Catherine Ryan finds a card with the exact image of her fantasy man. She never expected to find a picture of the man of her daydreams—the same man she dreams of at night. She doesn't hesitate to buy the card, but keeps it for herself instead of giving it to her sister.She's shocked when the man in the card comes to life. She falls deeply in love with Kane, and he with her. But a curse placed on Kane centuries ago has to be broken before she can have her happily ever after with the man she loves.

Siblings find love thanks to the male escort service they own.Stud for Hire:A weekend with a male escort leaves Jade longing for more time with Zach, despite her being ten years older than he.Two Men for Michelle:How can Michelle choose only one man when both Nathan and Andre make her body sing?Perfection:Brent's love and Robin's courage are tested when a man from her past comes back into their lives.Armed and Delectable:Falling in love wasn't supposed to be part of Evan's assignment when he agreed to protect Breanna from the man trying to kill her.

Preparing Blake Winslow's favorite meal isn't enough for Danica Thorne this year. It's his 30th birthday, and she wants to do something extra special for her new fiancé.Enter her best friend since grade school, Skye Harrington. Skye comes to Lanville for a visit and to escape the harsh Denver weather. Together, the two women come up with an idea to give Blake a birthday surprise he'll never forget.

The last person Kelly Blake expects to walk into the office of her father's complex to rent an apartment is Matthew Nicholson, her ex-husband. Seeing him after nine years brings back the pain of his desertion and their eventual divorce. Matt is nothing like the boy with long hair and worn leather jacket who fell in love with Kelly in high school. He's a successful architect, and part of that success includes buying the complex to demolish for a new project. His trained eye can see the complex is in need of major repairs. His offer to buy it would be a favor to Kelly and her father, and give them plenty of money to live comfortably for the rest of their lives. Kelly's father, Leo, doesn't see it that way. He refuses to sell to the man who had hurt his daughter so drastically when she needed him the most. A medical emergency proves to Kelly Matthew truly loves her. She and Matthew have to let go of their painful past before they can share a future together.

The death of her great-aunt leaves Karessa Austin with an old, Victorian-style house on the outskirts of Fort Worth, Texas. She's always loved the charming house, so decides to remodel it and bring it back to its original beauty.She has no idea the ghosts of her great-great-grandparents have lived there for almost a century because of a witch's spell.Maxwell Hennessey is a treasure hunter. At thirty-six, he's made a fortune from sunken ships, hidden piles of gold and silver, and unclaimed stocks and bearer bonds. His latest research takes him to Fort Worth, where he believes he'll find a bearer bond worth millions. He wants the money to help build a wing on the children's hospital in Seattle.Karessa now lives in the Victorian where the bond is supposedly hidden. She's also the woman whose heart he'd broken five years ago. Knowing she'll never believe he's no longer led by greed leads him to join the construction crew remodeling the house. He'll have the access he needs to find the bond without having to be around Karessa.Karessa's great-great-grandparents have other idea. Mary and Aaron do everything they can to bring Karessa and Max together, believing their love will help the ghosts break the spell, and finally heal their great-great-granddaughter's broken heart.

A teasing remark from his best friend regarding a threesome in college sends Eric McFarland ten years back in time, when women were wild and plentiful. Now happily engaged to Brenna West, Eric has no desire to be with any other woman.When that best friend, Keith Dillard, pays a visit, Eric decides to turn Keith's teasing remark into reality as a present for Brenna.Brenna loves Eric with all her heart and wants no other man. Yet when Eric says he and Keith want to give her one night of incredible passion and pleasure, she can't refuse their generous offer.(Previously published as And Best Friend Makes Three.)

A chance meeting with Julian Forrest changes Molly Ross' mind about her bad luck with men. Julian is not only gorgeous, but intelligent and charming. Finally, perhaps she'd met her perfect match. Or so she thinks, until Julian's best friend, Lane Edison, comes for a visit. Julian and Lane had shared one time of passion a year ago, an event which put a strain on their friendship. In order to mend that strain, and give Molly her fantasy of sex with two men, Julian suggests a threesome to Lane. The threesome is wilder than Molly could have ever dreamed. Yet she can't help but wonder if the menage settled things between Julian and Lane, or if it renewed their relationship and Julian will decide he wants Lane instead of her.

Twyla Gardiner hates blind dates, yet her friends seem determined to set her up with new men every other week. When her best friend arranges yet another blind date with a man she swears is Mr. Wonderful, Twyla reluctantly agrees.A shopping spree at Lavender Lace, a new lingerie store owned by Celtic goddess Ashlyn, thrills Twyla. At five-feet-ten, she has trouble finding sexy lingerie to fit her tall, voluptuous body, and loves the vast selection in Ashlyn's store.At the last moment, Twyla decides she can't go through another disappointing blind date, despite the sexy lingerie she purchased. She escapes to the Wild Rose Inn in the foothills east of Dallas.Daniel LaFevers is new in the Seattle area and hasn't had the chance to meet many women. One look at the dark-haired beauty sitting in the bar of the locals' hideaway and Daniel knows he has to get to know her better.Twyla feels an instant attraction to Daniel, and invites him to her room. This could be the next in a long line of disappointments, or a date with Mr. Wonderful.