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A Dare Island Novella from the New York Times bestselling author of Carolina Dreaming...Determined to leave her wild past behind her, Cynthie Lodge is forging a new life for herself and her daughters—one that’s man-free and drama-free. But not everyone is so eager to let go of the past. When sexy loner Max Lewis returns to Dare Island, seeing Cynthie again rekindles his feelings for his high school crush. Now he must convince her to take another chance on love.Previously Published in Ask Me WhyPraise for Virginia Kantra“Virginia Kantra delivers.”—Jayne Ann Krentz, New York Times bestselling author“It’s always a joy to read Virginia Kantra.”—JoAnn Ross, New York Times bestselling author

He was born of the sea... Selkie prince Conn ap Llyr denies his deeply sensual nature to rule over the immortal Children of the Sea. But when the Children of Fire threaten the Selkies'' Sanctuary, Conn must obey his haunting visions-and seek a woman thousands of miles away... She was born on land... Schoolteacher Lucy Hunter knows nothing about her Selkie heritage or the prophecy that drives Conn to find her. She is content with her life on the quiet Maine island of World''s End. That is, until a proud, compelling stranger appears to challenge her assumptions and awaken her desires... Their love will tear them between two worlds... To combat Fire, Conn needs Lucy''s magic-even if this means stealing her away to Sanctuary. As the demon threat grows, so does their passion, overcoming Lucy''s fears and Conn''s guarded heart. But soon they face a devastating choice. Will their love be enough to save them? Or will their destinies tear them apart?

WHEN IT COMES TO SHAPESHIFTING PARANORMAL ROMANCE, WHO CAN RESIST... New York Times bestselling author Angela Knight, USA Today bestselling author Lora Leigh, and national bestselling authors Alyssa Day and Virginia Kantra? Whether transforming under a blue moon or prowling the streets, the shifters come alive to fulfill the wildest of fantasies in this seductive anthology by four masters of paranormal romance.

Bring these four authors together and it''s sure to ignite a spark... Angela Knight pairs a vampire warrior and his seductive captor in a battle against demonic predators. Nalini Singh returns to the world of her Psy-Changeling series as a woman in lethal danger finds an unlikely protector-and lover. Virginia Kantra continues the haunting tales of the Children of the Sea in her story of a wounded soldier rescued by an enigmatic young woman. Meljean Brook launches a bold new steampunk series about a woman who strikes a provocative-and terrifying-bargain for freedom.

Three bestselling superstars and one exciting new voice in paranormal romance in a hot new anthology. When it comes to sexy werewolves, fairies, and magic, there''s only one place for readers to go this winter: Over the Moon. Angela Knight ventures to the borders of Mageverse, a land ruled by vampire knights. MaryJanice Davidson returns to the wicked lair of the Wyndham werewolves. Virginia Kantra finds magic and wonder in a strange fairy kingdom. And Sunny discovers a Mixed Blood Queen in command of a new realm.

The New York Times bestselling author of Sea Lord takes to the waves again. The island of World''s End sets the stage for a dramatic reunion between Morgan of the finfolk and a woman he met years ago-a woman with a startling secret.

Fallen angel Lara Rho is desperate to prove herself a seeker by rescuing the restless sailor Justin Miller. He''s no angel, but she is irresistibly drawn to him-and is soon drawn into an adventure of danger and discovery.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Lora Leigh headlines a paranormal romance anthology that turns up the holiday heat.Come, as these four bestselling authors invite you to savor the sweet anticipation of unwrapping these novellas of searing sexuality, rapturous romance, and paranormal pairings....Experience the feral fire of #1 New York Times bestselling author Lora Leigh’s novella of the Breeds. Feel the incendiary passion that cannot be extinguished in New York Times bestselling author Virginia Kantra’s tale of the Children of the Air. Explore the outer limits of carnal craving in USA Today bestselling author Eileen Wilks’s World of the Lupi, and enter national bestselling author Kimberly Frost’s delicious world of desire and devotion.As intimate as they are imaginative, these unique holiday stories reveal the flush of surprise and joy when the most unexpected package turns out to be just what you always craved.

Home to the Fletcher family for generations, Dare Island is a fishing village rocked by changing times--its traditions slipping away like sands of the North Carolina coast. Single dad and fishing boat captain Matt Fletcher deferred his own dreams to support his innkeeper parents and build a future for his sixteen-year-old son. Matt has learned to weather life''s storms by steering a steady emotional course...and keeping a commitment-free approach to love.Newcomer Allison Carter came to Dare Island to escape the emotional demands of her wealthy family. The young teacher aims to build a life here, to make a lasting place for herself. She doesn''t want to be another Woman Who Once Dated Matt Fletcher. It''s both tempting and dangerous to believe she can be something more.Then Matt''s brother Luke makes a sudden return home, with a child of his own--and a request that will change all their lives. With a child''s welfare at stake, Matt must turn to Allison to teach him to let go of the past, open his eyes...and follow his heart.

Meet the Fletchers of Dare IslandAmbitious Meg, the daughter who never looked backSteady Matt, the son who stayedAnd rebel Luke, the Marine who thought he’d never return Meg Fletcher spent her childhood dreaming of escaping Dare Island—her family’s home for generations. So after she landed a high-powered job in New York City, she left and never looked back. But when she loses both her job and the support of her long-term, live-in boyfriend, she returns home to lick her wounds and reevaluate her life. Helping out her parents at the family inn, she can’t avoid the reminders of the past she’d rather forget—especially charming and successful Sam Grady, her brother''s best friend. Their one disastrous night of teenage passion should have forever killed their childhood attraction, but Sam seems determined to reignite those long-buried embers. As Meg discovers the man he’s become, she’s tempted to open her vulnerable heart to him. But she has no intention of staying on Dare Island—no matter how seductive Sam’s embrace might be…

Meet the Fletchers of Dare IslandSteady Matt, the son who stayedAmbitious Meg, the daughter who never looked backAnd warrior Luke, the Marine who never expected to return.A heartwarming new novel in New York Times bestselling author Virginia Kantra’s beloved series about family ties, second chances, and the power of love…Marine Luke Fletcher is determined to do his duty—first to his country and now to his ten-year-old daughter, the unexpected legacy of a high school girlfriend. But his homecoming to Dare Island in North Carolina''s Outer Banks challenges his plans for the future and forces him to face everything that''s missing in his life. He wasn''t prepared to lose his heart to this child he never knew. Or to fall hard for coolly reserved small town lawyer Kate Dolan.Former military brat Kate knows Marines can make lousy fathers...and she''s got the scars to prove it. Giving her heart to a man who''s bent on leaving seems one sure way to have it broken.Now, no matter what it takes, Luke must prove to Kate and to his daughter that Semper Fi is more than a motto—and to himself that there’s more than one way to be a hero.