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Vintage wine. Sharp wit. Deadly secrets. And one hell of a slow burn. I came to the South of France to organize a wine auction, not trip over a dead sommelier in a private vineyard. Now I’m neck-deep in murder suspects, vintage Bordeaux, family scandals, and a brooding detective named Xavier Dupont who smells like danger, espresso, and way too many bad decisions I desperately want to make. He’s brilliant. He’s impossible. He glares like it’s foreplay. And worst of all? He’s somehow immune to my signature blend of charm, sarcasm, and perfectly timed red lipstick. There’s a killer...

Three agents. One target. Zero self-control. I exposed the wrong secret. One article. That’s all it took to blow open a billion-dollar government conspiracy—and paint a target on my back the size of D.C. Now I’m stuck in protective custody with three FBI agents who are way too hot to be legal and definitely not trained for subtlety. Noah is the grumpy, growly one who treats me like fragile glass he secretly wants to break. Brandon? All charm and chaos, with a smirk that should be a felony. And David... cold, brilliant, calculating—until his hands are on me and all that control ...

One cabin. One impossible connection. One chance to rewrite the rules. Pia I came to the mountains to clear my head, finish my thesis, and maybe breathe for the first time in years. I didn’t expect him—my brother’s best friend, NHL golden boy, Liam Mitchell. Older. Brooding. Off-limits. He’s supposed to be a summer complication. A distraction. But then he touches me like I’m the only thing keeping him grounded. And I’m starting to wonder… maybe I am. Liam I came here to disappear. Anxiety, burnout, pressure I can’t explain—hockey used to be my escape. Now it’s my cage. ...

Three Hockey Players. One Girl. But Does She Really Have to Choose? You’d think I’d have learned by now not to get involved with hockey players. But here I am—after a scandal that nearly tanked my career—signing on as the new rehab therapist for the Kingston Reign. My rules? Stay professional. Keep my head down. Absolutely no falling for the talent. Then I meet them. Luca Petrenko: brooding team captain with a jawline sharp enough to cut my resolve—and a grudge against anyone who gets too close. Jax Carter: the golden boy winger who flirts like it’s a contact sport and makes me ...

Sky He's bold, bossy, arrogant, and always gets what he wants. When he saw me for the first time, he said that my lips were made for bl*w jobs. Who in the world speaks like that? He's my new stepbrother and I hate him. But, even more, I hate myself for thinking about him while reading those romance books that I hide under my bed . . . Zac The moment I saw her, I already knew she would be mine. The second we move out of our parent's house, I'm claiming her, taking everything she can give me and giving her everything I have in return. How fortunate it is for me to find out that our parents ...

SOME THINGS ARE WORTH BREAKING FOR Sophie I inherited a bookstore that smells like old paper and cinnamon. I drink too much coffee. I run a smutty Book Club. And I need help to fix a few things before everything falls apart. Grady Carter is quiet. Brooding. Built like a wall I should absolutely not want to climb. But every time something breaks, he shows up. Always one step ahead. I don’t trust easy. But I think I’m starting to trust him. And that’s terrifying. Grady She’s soft. Loud. Smart-mouthed. Curvy as sin. She smells like vanilla and trouble. From the second I walk into that ...

Dominic I never thought I can fall in love with a girl like Serena: smart, genuine, innocent. She's everything a man can dream of . . . And the only girl who is absolutely indifferent to my charm. My reputation does not adorn me. But one day I'll make her stop rejecting me and believe that my feelings are for real. Will she? Serena I started falling for this playboy after I got to know him better. But I know for sure that old habits are hard to get rid of. And my heart isn't made of steel. Will he break me forever? GIVE ME EVERYTHING is a spicy romance novella with a Beautiful Happily Ever ...

Every guy is aware of the bro code, and my best friend’s little sister was always off-limits. But I just couldn’t resist. One day, at Anna's University graduation party, I kissed her… …and then the conflict in Ukraine started. As we fought, I couldn’t think about anything apart from whether I would be able to see Anna ever again. We won, and now I’m coming back home. But does Anna have the same feelings for me as I do? And will she be waiting for me after I come back? WAITING FOR YOU was originally published as a part of LOVE ALWAYS WINS ANTHOLOGY. It is a sweet and steamy ...

If you have your worst day ever and you're lost in the middle of nowhere, but then a sexy bartender offers you dinner, would you agree? I did, and it was the most amazing night of my life. But after I broke up with my shitty ex, I do not trust men, especially ones who are this handsome. And when I try to leave without saying anything, my new gorgeous friend offers me to stay until I find a proper apartment, or as long as I want to. But will I be able to put aside my prejudice and enjoy the moment? And could this incredible man be my one and only? Strangers-to-Lovers Curvy Heroine / Dirty-...

Love was never part of the plan. MAYA: When my corporate snake of a cousin threatens my friend’s shop, I do what any sane woman would: grab a megaphone, call out the system, and maybe (allegedly) break into a building for evidence. Which is fine. Totally under control. Until Rafe Morales shows up with his deep scowl, black motorcycle, and maddeningly calm voice telling me to “stay put.” I’d rather choke on a tote bag. We’ve never gotten along. He’s gruff, silent, infuriatingly hot—and now? He’s suddenly everywhere. Helping. Watching. Catching me when I fall. And maybe… ...

A COLLECTION of Three Novellas from the DIRTY ELITE ACADEMY series. Hold Me Tight - a steamy insta-everything best friends to lovers high school romance. Make Me Believe - a spicy bad boy stepbrother romance novella with mutual pining and incredible chemistry. Take Me Gently - a steamy age gap romance between a professor and his student. Each story has a beautiful Happily Ever After. About the series: They call it the 'Dirty' Elite Academy for a reason: too many naughty, inappropriate things happen in this place, especially for one school. Relationships between step-siblings? Of course! A ...

She’s all rules. He’s all reckless. And now they’re getting married. Tariq knows three things for sure: Football is life. Fame is fleeting. And Chloe Carter—guarded, brilliant, breathtaking Chloe—is completely off-limits. She shut him down years ago. Now she’s his boss (technically) because she's the team's PR manager, and his daily torment. Too sharp to fall for his charm. Too untouchable to risk again. But when a green card disaster leaves Chloe staring down deportation, Tariq offers the unthinkable: a fake marriage. Strictly business. Zero feelings. One bed. He sincerely ...

One contract. Zero boundaries. Endless temptation. Jace Riley Twist. America’s sweetheart. Platinum-selling pop princess. Loved by everyone… but me. Too polished, too perfect, too fake. So of course, she's the one I’m forced to fake-date after a PR disaster nearly tanks my career. I thought pretending to like her would be the hardest part.Turns out, pretending not to fall for her is the real challenge. Riley Jace Donovan is the kind of man I’ve been trained to avoid—reckless, cocky, loud. But when my team says jump, I smile and ask how high. So I put on the dress, smile for the ...

I've been kidnapped by a Greek mob boss who is holding me for his needs. No, not those needs. Just an illegal procedure I have to provide that nobody can know about. And if I refuse, I die... Stavros Anastas is a man who never accepts 'no' for an answer. He's rich, powerful, demanding, and always gets what he wants. He says he's going to let me go when everything's done, but I am not used to trusting men, pertinently mafia kings. But I have no other choice but to obey. When complications arise, I have to stay in this place longer than planned. But the more time I spend with that Greek god, ...

She barely looks at me, but the blood begins pulsing in my veins. She turns me on by simply passing by. So many women are throwing themselves into my arms, but I don't even look at them. For some unexplained reason, I want the only girl I'll never have. Gabrielle Marcos. My student. A girl I have to coach. To see everyday but never touch. A girl who scared me to death and then saved my life after waking me up from the nightmare I was living in. A girl who made me feel alive again... But what do they say: the strongest passion burns the most? Yeah, now I'm sure about that. "Leave Me ...

Kylie We met on our first day of school. He defended me when other boys started laughing at me. He fought with them, saying it was inappropriate to talk to a lady like that. He was a real gentleman, even at the age of six. I fell in love right away. But I knew he'd never love me back. That's why I agreed to move abroad. Too bad, it didn't help me to forget about him. Tyler I tried to kiss her, but she rejected me. I started dating other girls, but she never got jealous. I hated myself for not being able to stop loving her. Even after almost a year without her, I still missed her. My father ...

From the moment I saw her, I knew she was going to be mine. The attraction between us could be cut by a knife. All I had to do was to claim her and never let go. But fate decreed otherwise. She happened to be my worst enemy's little sister. I couldn't hurt her, so I let her go, which was the most stupid decision of my life. Now I want her back. But will she let me be with her after she finds out the whole truth? THE DEVIL'S SISTER is a steamy paranormal vampire romance with no cheating, no cliffhanger, and a Happily Ever After GUARANTEED!

What do a small-town doctor and an LA YouTube star have in common? That's right: we were best friends in high school. We haven't seen each other in years, but now Connor Chase is back in town and even more gorgeous than I remember. After one dinner, he confessed that he always liked me, and I admitted that I used to dream about dating him. Of course, we ended up in bed. And it was the best night of my life. But is there a chance to be together? Or was that just a fulfillment of a teenage fantasy? Dirty-talking Hero Over-the-top Sweet Very Spicy Curvy Woman Insta-Everything Happily Ever ...

It was supposed to be a one-night stand. I didn't expect a mind-blowing, unforgettable, over-the-top 'experience' where I saw the stars. But I told myself that it was a one-time thing, so I ran in the middle of the night. Can you imagine my shock when I found out that the guy who gave me the most unforgettable night is my student? • Reverse Age Gap • Student / Teacher • Insta-Everything • Forbidden Love • Very Spicy HATE ME NOT is a forbidden romance novella with dual point of view, no cheating, no cliffhanger and a beautiful happily ever after.

A collection of three bestselling romance novels from "Dirty Elite Academy" series. About the series: They call it the 'Dirty' Elite Academy for a reason: too many naughty, inappropriate things happen in this place, especially for one school. Relationships between step-siblings? Of course! A one-night stand between a student and her professor? You bet! Every desire comes true in the 'Dirty Elite', it doesn't matter if it was someone's sweetest dream or their worst nightmare… This collection includes: "Love Me Sweet" - best friends to enemies to lovers sweet bully romance with high heat. "...