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Because I Need To (Because You Are Mine Serial #7)
by Beth KeryPart Seven of an addictive eight-part serial novel for devotees of Fifty Shades of Grey and the first Crossfire novel, Bared to You. Ian Noble and Francesca Arno will set the world ablaze in Because You Are Mine, an electrifying erotic romance by Beth Kery. After time away, Ian pursues Francesca once again. She can't resist him, despite his secrecy... As their relationship deepens, Ian begins to take pleasure in teaching her his strengths while she tempts him with the beauty of spontaneity and the rush of letting go of control. And for a while, they do let go... It's intoxicating and it's exhilarating as they indulge themselves in the sweet, addictive fruit of passion. But as Francesca knows, when pleasure gets this intense, the quick burn-out can be devastating. For Ian's secrets have tested Francesca yet again, leaving her to despair that the one man with whom she has become obsessed is the one man she may never really have.
Because I Said So (Because You Are Mine Serial #5)
by Beth KeryPart Five of an addictive eight-part serial novel for devotees of Fifty Shades of Grey and the Crossfire series. Ian Noble and Francesca Arno set the world ablaze in Because You Are Mine, an electrifying erotic romance by Beth Kery.An outing in Paris, a luxury car, a dangerous rain-slicked street - and Francesca eagerly takes the wheel sending her and Ian spinning deliriously out of control. The risk would frighten most women. Not Francesca. It's arousing. A moment of la petite mort that steers her relationship with Ian into a daring new direction. Scorched by the depths of Francesca's fresh, generous response to him, Ian begins to question his ability to keep his distance from the vibrant beauty. She's like fire in his blood, striking a cord in him unlike any other woman, and every time he touches her, his need for total possession only mounts...For more electrifying romance, don't miss the other titles captivating titles by Beth Kery, Glimmer, Glow, the One Night of Passion series, and her bestselling erotically charged The Affair.
Because I Wanted To Write You A Pop Song: Stories
by Kara VernorThe characters in this collection of 21 short fictions hum with restlessness. They pine for lost loves and pop music romances, Hollywood heartthrobs, and sunnier towns. <P><P>They flee from failed relationships and looming violence, adulthood and other deaths. Written with dark humor and incisive, voice-driven prose, Kara Vernor's stories will stick in your head like a song.
Because It's Christmas: The Christmas Basket\Merry Ex-Mas
by Debbie Macomber Sheila RobertsCan Christmas bring the gift of a second chance? The Christmas Basket by Debbie Macomber Ten years ago, Noelle McDowell and Thomas Sutton fell secretly in love. Secretly because their mothers had been locked in a bitter feud for decades. But despite the animosity between Sarah McDowell and May Sutton, Noelle planned to elope with Thom. Until he jilted her. This Christmas, two things happen when Noelle comes home to celebrate the holidays. The feuding mothers find themselves working together to fill Christmas baskets for charity. And Noelle and Thom discover they're still in love. Can family rivalries be set aside? Will Sarah's daughter have a second chance with Mary's son? Maybe she will...this Christmas! Merry Ex-Mas by Sheila Roberts Cass Wilkes has been looking forward to her daughter Danielle's Christmas wedding-until Dani announces that she wants her father, Cass's ex, to walk her down the aisle. Then her friend Charlene arrives at their weekly chick-flick night in shock. She's just seen the ghost of Christmas past: her ex-husband, Richard, who left a year ago when he ran off with the hostess from her restaurant. Now the hostess is history and he wants to kiss and make up. Hide the mistletoe! And bring out the hot buttered rum, because the holidays aren't easy for Ella O'Brien either. Ella, newly divorced, is still sharing the house with her ex while they wait for the place to sell. The love is gone. Or is it? Two delightful stories. Two writers known and loved for their Christmas novels!
Because It's Christmas
by Kathryn ShayLove THAT MAN Christmas is a time for loving and giving… To most people in the small town of Bayview Heights, high school principal Seth Taylor's a hero. But Seth's never forgiven himself for a mistake he made years ago. And neither had Lacey Cartwright—the woman he's falling in love with. Seth's "mistake" cost her and her family dearly. But that's all in the past—or is it? If Lacey starts to show her support—and her true feelings—for Seth, will she lose what's left of her family? If she gives up Seth, will she lose her chance at happiness? With the holidays approaching, Lacey's hoping she won't have to make that choice. Because it's Christmas—and Christmas is a time for love and forgiveness…and family.
Because It's Christmas: Thomas Kinkade's Cape Light
by Katherine SpencerFrom the New York Times bestselling author of the Angel Island series comes the seventeenth Christmas novel set in Thomas Kinkade’s beloved town of Cape Light... The holiday season brings changes and challenges to many in Cape Light. But on one silent night, peace and harmony will prevail. Sophie Potter is grateful for so many happy years among her beloved apple trees. But her family insists that she can no longer live alone. So Sophie makes a deal to spend one last Christmas on Potter Orchard. Luckily, her grandson James arrives in time to help her make plans for the best holiday gathering Cape Light has ever seen. James isn’t planning on staying in Cape Light. An aspiring writer, he’s eager for adventure and plans to take off on a trip around the world. But once James meets Zoey Bates, he starts to understand that leaving Cape Light might cost him the greatest adventure of all—falling in love. Meanwhile, after more than fifteen years as Cape Light’s mayor, Emily Warwick has lost the election to her lifelong rival, Charlie Bates. Emily is delighted to have more time for her family, but when a group of citizens begin fighting to preserve the town’s character, Emily can’t shake her desire to protect her town. Soon she finds herself back on a familiar battleground with Charlie and her family. It’s not the place anyone wants to be. Especially on Christmas. From the Hardcover edition.
Because It's True (Just Because Ser. #3)
by Mari CarrJacob James falls for New York cop Rodney Jackson the moment he lands in his life. The sexy city slicker was everything a lonely cowboy could ever dream of. However, when Rodney is shot in the line of duty, Jacob finds his affections rejected. As a result, Jacob offers the only thing left—friendship.Rodney’s future is nearly destroyed by a bullet. What good is a cop who can’t fire a gun? While he’s grateful for Jacob’s friendship and longs for something more, how can he enter a relationship when his future is so uncertain?After months of physical therapy, Rodney is cleared to return to work. What he thought would be the happiest day of his life turns out to be one of the worst. Returning to New York means leaving Jacob, the man he’d like to call much more than friend. With time running out, Rodney realizes the future he longed for may not be the one that makes him happy. Faced with two choices, Rodney must decide… Love or leave!New York Times and USA Today bestselling erotic romance author Mari Carr delivers a stunning tale of one man’s journey of recovery!Because It’s True, Book 3 in the Just Because series is an erotic male/male cowboy romance. This story contains mystery, suspense, a sexy New York police officer and a hot cowboy. *Contains adult language and situations, and is not intended for readers under the age of 18. Previously Published: (2012) Samhain Publishing Books in the Just Because series:1. Because of You2. Because You Love Me3. Because It’s True
Because of a Boy
by Anna DestefanoNurse Kate Rhodes is duty bound to report the abusive father of one of her charges--despite the lawyer who proclaims the man's innocence. Stephen Creighton isn't in the habit of getting involved in his cases. For him, it's get in, fight like hell, get out. But he has to invest more when he finds out Kate's actions have put his clients' lives in jeopardy. And now the father and son have gone into hiding. With the father being sought by the authorities and the son in desperate need of medical treatment, it's a race against time. One Stephen and Kate can win only if they work together. . . Something that's even harder to do when the tension between them becomes white-hot passion.
Because of a Girl
by Janice Kay JohnsonA single mom helps a sexy detective search for a pregnant teen who goes missing while under her care in this romance from a USA Today bestseller.If she hadn't lost the girl, Meg wouldn't have found Jack . . .Meg Harper hadn't hesitated to take in Sabra, her daughter's pregnant best friend. Yet maybe that was Meg's first mistake. It was hard enough raising one teen, but two? And now the girl has disappeared. Because Meg's the responsible adult, police suspicion falls on her. Which brings her entirely too close to Detective Jack Moore. The man's clearly attracted to her, but she hasn't been in a relationship in years and she doesn't even remember how to begin. Her past is . . . complicated. One thing she does know: she absolutely doesn't want Jack to be her second mistake. Her heart couldn't take it.
Because of Audrey
by Mary SullivanComing home is never simple! Audrey Stone and her floral shop are thorns in Gray Turner's side! He's in Accord, Colorado, trying to focus on wrapping up his family's business affairs. Instead, thoughts of Audrey and her tempting Hollywood beauty keep filling his head. How can he be this preoccupied with someone whose goals conflict with his? Then suddenly, he needs Audrey's support. Digging into his family affairs has revealed secrets that could ruin everything. With her help, he might be able to stop that. Funny how he once thought she stood in the way of his plans. Now he thinks Audrey could be the answer to his future!
Because of Baby
by Donna ClaytonA FAIRY'S TALEIt had seemed like a grand idea, temporarily trading her pixie wings for a womanly form to help handsome widower Paul Roland with his baby girl. And the moment she held the precious bairn in her arms, Fern knew true happiness for the first time. But she never anticipated the dizzying emotions she felt for the man who not only needed her as a nanny, but as a woman whose passion could heal his wounded heart. Suddenly the fairy rule she'd gently bent because of the baby was in danger of being irrevocably broken-for falling in love with a mortal man was forbidden....
Because of Jade (Vasquez & James Series)
by Lou SylvreA Vasquez & James Novel Luki Vasquez receives the news he's still cancer free after five years, and he wants to celebrate with his whole family. He and his husband, Sonny James, take a road trip south, intending to gather at the home of his nephew Josh, Josh's wife Ruthie, and Jade--a little girl who was still in the womb when she and her mother helped Luki beat lung cancer. Halfway to their destination, Luki learns Josh and Ruthie have met a tragic death. The horrible news lays Luki low, but he pulls himself together in time to be the family's rock and see to the dreaded business of tying up loose ends. The most important business is Jade, and when Luki and Sonny head home, they take Jade with them. Luki and Sonny must combat self-doubt and fear and help each other learn to parent an unexpected child--and they must also nourish the love that has kept them whole for the past ten years. A relative's spurious claim to Jade threatens the new family, and even if they prevail in court, they could lose their little girl unless they can rescue Jade from evil hands and true peril.
Because of Jane
by Lenora WorthJane Harper has landed the job of a lifetime. The supporting team around Lenny Paxton is desperate to get the star quarterback on the gridiron again. If she can convince him where everyone else has failed, this life coach will finally get the recognition she deserves. But a high-profile case like this isn't without its pitfalls. The biggest being Lenny. He's stubbornly refusing her efforts, and since they're on his turf, he has home-field advantage. Worse, the spark of attraction between them is very distracting. Good thing Jane is as determined to succeed as he is to resist. Her plan is business first, then pleasure. . . ;lots and lots of pleasure!
Because of Love: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Xiao WuLing weize is a president but because of being framed in the family can only work to his girlfriend li xuan company he has his own ability came to li xuan s department is soon to show his ability ling weizer s efforts and did not get everyone s recognition because meng xiaoko s jealousy make li xuan and ling weizer two separate and meng xiaoko and ling weizer engaged but ling weizer is not happy because he can not put li xuan in his heart two people will finally find meng xiaoko s trick to come together
Because of Low
by Abbi GlinesSet in the steamy coastal Alabama town of Sea Breeze, an interconnected group of older teens hook up, break up . . . and much, much more.Marcus Hardy had hoped to enjoy a year away at college while he put the summer he'd rather forget behind him. But instead, he's jerked right back his home town of Sea Breeze due to a family crisis. The only bright spot to returning is the hot redhead who sleeps over at his place several times a week. There's just one thing though - she's sleeping in bed with his new roommate, Cage York. Willow "Low" Foster needs a place to live. Running to her best friend Cage's apartment every time her sister kicks her out isn't exactly a long term solution. But Cage has a new roommate and suddenly sleeping over at his apartment isn't such a bad thing. Not when she gets to see those sexy green eyes of Marcus's twinkle when he smiles at her like he wants her there. There's one problem though, Cage is under the disillusion that when he's through sowing his wild oats, he's going to marry Low - an assumption Marcus intends to change. But when his carefully laid plans come crashing down with a revelation he never expected, Marcus will have to choose between Low or his family. Because once the truth comes out . . . there's no other choice.
Because of Low: Breathe; Because Of Low; While It Lasts (Sea Breeze)
by Abbi GlinesIt's steamy in the Gulf town of Sea Breeze. Physical attraction is the only way to beat the heat in this start to a series from bestselling, previously self-published author Abbi Glines.Playboy Cage owns the apartment, and he hosts a revolving door of people, in and out, at all times. Most of them are long-legged hot girls who are never there more than a night or two. When Cage's new roommate, Marcus, enters the picture, he's just looking to nurse a broken heart. But there's one particular semi-frequent regular who catches his eye. Willow--"Low"--is the one Cage wants to marry. But the two of them are night and day, and Marcus can't see how Low puts up with all of Cage's womanizing. What she really needs is a real man....like good-looking and sensible Marcus. But that's going to get real complicated and real messy--real fast.
Because of Miss Bridgerton: A Bridgerton Prequel (The Rokesbys #1)
by Julia QuinnRETURN TO THE WORLD OF THE BRIDGERTONS . . . ________________________________________A generation before the Bridgertons, there were the Rokesbys . . .Everyone expects Billie Bridgerton to marry one of the Rokesby brothers, and she's not opposed: their families have been neighbours for centuries. There is only one Rokesby Billie absolutely cannot tolerate: George. He may be the eldest, and heir to the earldom, but he's arrogant, annoying and she's certain he detests her. Which is perfectly convenient, as she can't stand the sight of him, either. But when Billie and George are quite literally thrown together, a whole new sort of sparks begin to fly. And when these lifelong adversaries finally kiss, they just might discover that the one person they can't abide is the one person they can't live without . . . Return to the world of the Bridgertons with this first book in a dazzlingly witty prequel series from Sunday Times bestselling author Julia Quinn, featuring the ancestors of the Bridgertons you know and love.________________Find out why readers love Julia Quinn . . .'Quinn writes delightfully fast-paced, funny, sparkling and bright romance' Romantic Times'The next best thing to Georgette Heyer' Gloss'A smart, funny touch. . . reminiscent of Helen Fielding' Time Magazine 'Powered by a surfeit of dazzling wit and graced with a cast of unforgettable characters' Booklist'A smart, funny touch. . . reminiscent of Helen Fielding' Time Magazine'Quinn is incomparable! The latest addition to her beloved Bridgerton series is funny, charming, witty and wildly romantic' RT Book Reviews 'Like an episode of Downtown Abbey mixed with a great rom-com' iBooks Best Books of March 'Julia Quinn is one of the best historical romance novelists of our time' Heroes and Heartbreakers 'Quinn excels in writing stories full of joy and delight, where laughter trembles on the edges' Happy Ever After'Quinn is a master of historical romance' Entertainment Weekly'Full of wit, charm and smouldering attraction . . . an unputdownable story that I think romance fans will treasure' Harlequin Junkie'This book was an utter delight . . . I just loved it' Love in a time of Feminism
Because of Miss Bridgerton: A Bridgerton Prequel (Rokesbys Series #1)
by Julia Quinn<P>Sometimes you find love in the most unexpected of places...This is not one of those times. <P>Everyone expects Billie Bridgerton to marry one of the Rokesby brothers. The two families have been neighbors for centuries, and as a child the tomboyish Billie ran wild with Edward and Andrew. Either one would make a perfect husband... someday. <P>Sometimes you fall in love with exactly the person you think you should...Or not. <p>There is only one Rokesby Billie absolutely cannot tolerate, and that is George. He may be the eldest and heir to the earldom, but he's arrogant, annoying, and she's absolutely certain he detests her. Which is perfectly convenient, as she can't stand the sight of him, either. <p>But sometimes fate has a wicked sense of humor... <p>Because when Billie and George are quite literally thrown together, a whole new sort of sparks begins to fly. And when these lifelong adversaries finally kiss, they just might discover that the one person they can't abide is the one person they can't live without... <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b>
Because of Miss Bridgerton: A Bridgerton Prequel (The Rokesbys #1)
by Julia QuinnRETURN TO THE WORLD OF THE BRIDGERTONS . . . ________________________________________Before the Rokesbys, there were the Bridgertons . . . Go back to where it all began in this dazzlingly witty new series from New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn. Sometimes you find love in the most unexpected of places... This is not one of those times. Everyone expects Billie Bridgerton to marry one of the Rokesby brothers. The two families have been neighbours for centuries, and as a child the tomboyish Billie ran wild with Edward and Andrew. Either one would make a perfect husband . . . someday. Sometimes you fall in love with exactly the person you think you should . . . Or not.There is only one Rokesby Billie absolutely cannot tolerate, and that is George. He may be the eldest heir to the earldom, but he's arrogant, annoying and she's absolutely certain he detests her. Which is perfectly convenient, as she can't stand the sight of him, either. But sometimes fate has a wicked sense of humour . . . Because when Billie and George are quite literally thrown together, a whole new sort of sparks begins to fly. And when these lifelong adversaries finally kiss, they just might discover that the one person they can't abide is the one person they can't live without . . .________________Find out why readers love Julia Quinn . . .'Quinn writes delightfully fast-paced, funny, sparkling and bright romance' Romantic Times'The next best thing to Georgette Heyer' Gloss'A smart, funny touch. . . reminiscent of Helen Fielding' Time Magazine 'Powered by a surfeit of dazzling wit and graced with a cast of unforgettable characters' Booklist'A smart, funny touch. . . reminiscent of Helen Fielding' Time Magazine'Quinn is incomparable! The latest addition to her beloved Bridgerton series is funny, charming, witty and wildly romantic' RT Book Reviews 'Like an episode of Downtown Abbey mixed with a great rom-com' iBooks Best Books of March 'Julia Quinn is one of the best historical romance novelists of our time' Heroes and Heartbreakers 'Quinn excels in writing stories full of joy and delight, where laughter trembles on the edges' Happy Ever After'Quinn is a master of historical romance' Entertainment Weekly'Full of wit, charm and smouldering attraction . . . an unputdownable story that I think romance fans will treasure' Harlequin Junkie'This book was an utter delight . . . I just loved it' Love in a time of Feminism
Because of Our Child
by Margot EarlyJen Delazzeri never expected to see Max Rickman again. Their brief but intense affair was a mistake: they were young and he was grief stricken at losing his fiancée in a fire. Besides, he'd told Jen he didn't love her. All good reasons she'd kept their daughter a secret for thirteen years. Now they're together again on fire duty--he as a smoke jumper, she as a reporter. Max wants to get to know his daughter and wants Jen to help investigate what went wrong at that long-ago tragedy. Will rekindling their attraction be enough to create the family their daughter needs?
Because of Roses
by Richard MayAfter the death of his longtime partner, American attorney Dan Evans is reassigned to his firm's London office. It's a change his life sorely needs. While admiring roses in a small village in the Cotswolds, Dan meets Martin Saint John. Martin, still fit and attractive at seventy, has also lost his partner, and now spends his time growing roses, meeting friends in the pub, and going to church on Sundays, content with his quiet life. Roses and tea progress to spending weekends together exploring the countryside, but the differences between Dan and Martin go beyond the fifteen year age gap. If they can open their hearts and accept love--instead of accepting its absence--they might find a second chance at happiness. All because of roses.A story from the Dreamspinner Press 2015 Daily Dose package "Never Too Late."
Because of Sam (Truck Me #5)
by J. D. WalkerMartin Wesley’s job as a CFO is very stressful. All he seems to do lately is work, with no end in sight. But one morning he answers a knock on his door and comes face to face with a social worker and a sad little girl named Samantha Wesley ... his niece. Martin is her only next of kin, and he has no idea what to do.In steps daycare worker Ryan Gentles, who is very understanding and helpful, and Martin is beyond grateful. It doesn't hurt that the man is cute as a button, too.With his heart pulled in two directions, Martin has to make a choice: continue to be a pawn in his company's games or find a new purpose by taking care of his niece, quitting his job, and reaching out for a love he never thought possible.
Because of Stephen
by Grace Livingston HillUnbidden, much as an unexpected blossom graces a des landscape, Margaret Halstead entered her brother’s life with only one mission: to care for him and share with him her faith in Christ. But shortly after her arrival in the rugged western country that was her estranged brother’s home, it became plain to Margaret that her mission would have to include some unexpectedly wild companions—including the disturbingly dictatorial Philip Earle. With awe-inspiring speed, Margaret brought grace and elegance into her brother’s crude one-room wilderness cabin and she earned his immediate approval. However, it was a different story when it came to his carousing lifestyle. Margaret was met with forceful, stubborn resistance—< heartache soon became her constant companion. Surely God hadn’t led her so far only to have her fail in her mission': Check the Bookshare library for the growing number of inspirational romances by Grace Livingston Hill. You'll find, Exit Betty, Lo Michael, Not Under the Law, Cloudy Jewel, The City of Fire, Spice Box, The Finding of Jasper Holt and The Girl From Montana.
Because of the Baby: A Second Chance Alaskan Romance (Midnight Sons #4)
by Debbie MacomberTwo exes reunite in this second chance romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author, Debbie Macomber.Located 50 miles into the Arctic Circle where a population of 150 people—mostly men—reside, Hard Luck is in deep need for more women. It's up to the O'Halloran brothers and their bush-plane charter service called Midnight Sons, to bring women to the community.Matt Caldwell, Charles O'Halloran's brother-in-law, is an easygoing charmer who's recently moved to Hard Luck. He's begun to renovate the O'Hallorans' old lodge but he's also begun a strategy to win back his ex-wife…starting with a Valentine card.Karen Caldwell is still in love with her ex-husband. Her reaction to him at his sister's wedding—and afterward—certainly proved that. It also left her pregnant….Now Matt wants her to marry him again, to live with him in the lodge at Hard Luck. And not just because of the baby!Previously published
Because of the Baby
by Debbie MacomberHard Luck, Alaska-a Town that Needs Women!Location: 50 miles north of the Arctic Circle. Population: 150 (mostly men)-but growing! Because the O'Halloran brothers, who run a bush-plane charter service called Midnight Sons, are heading a campaign to bring women to Hard Luck!Matt Caldwell-Charles O'Halloran's brother-in-law. An easygoing charmer who's recently moved to Hard Luck, where he's begun to renovate the O'Hallorans' old lodge. He's also begun a strategy to win back his ex-wife...starting with a Valentine card.Karen Caldwell-She's still in love with her ex-husband. Her reaction to him at his sister's wedding-and afterward-certainly proved that. It also left her pregnant....Now Matt wants her to marry him again, to live with him in the lodge at Hard Luck. And not just because of the baby!