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The Officer and the Renegade
by Helen R. MyersTELL ME YOU'RE INNOCENT!Taylor Benning's urgent plea seared Hugh Blackstone's heart. All the spurned half-breed had to do was admit he'd been wrongly accused. He knew the right words would prompt her to throw her arms around him, maybe even win him a night in her bed....They'd once been as close as two people could possibly get. But how could he forget that Taylor had failed him all those years ago-in the name of love-and continued to betray him with the secret of their son?
The Officer and the Thief (Shadows and Spell Light #1)
by Gareth VaughnCompanion to The Doctor and the Addict Benen Trelayne has worked hard to make Assistant Detective by age 27, but protecting the city of Jewylle on Ilben is no easy job. When Benen removes a mysterious puzzle box from a murder scene, he isn’t expecting to have to deal with anything more than cracking the case.But while attempting to stop a robbery, the curious box is activated, and Benen’s stuck trying to figure his way out of a puzzle spell with only a thief who calls himself Gus for help. Benen is sure Gus knows more about the murder than he’s saying, but can’t arrest him unless they can work together enough to escape.
The Officer Breaks the Rules
by Jeanette MurraySome Rules Are Meant To Be Broken He's Ruled by Loyalty... Every man knows that you don't date your best friend's little sister, but Captain Jeremy Phillips can't seem to be convince Madison O'Shay to stay away. And he can't convince himself to stop thinking about her, either. She's Ruled by Love... Madison knows exactly what she wants...and whom. But she won't give up her career in the Navy for any man, not even Jeremy. They're both about to learn that in the game of love, it's all about breaking the rules.
An Officer But No Gentleman (Undone! #2)
by Bronwyn ScottLondon, 1839Former cavalry officer Captain Grahame Westmore is restless for change, but escorting a diplomat's spoiled daughter to Vienna isn't what he had in mind-though for once he hasn't been hired for his skills in pleasuring women! Independent, fiery and strong willed, Elowyn Bagshaw is not the simpering lady he expected. Used to getting her own way and giving the orders, Elowyn will not be controlled so easily. Grahame soon realizes that he's got a fight on his hands-and it's one they're both going to enjoy!Rakes Who Make Husbands JealousOnly London's best lovers need apply!
Officer Charming and the Prince Who Wooed Him
by Sarah Hadley BrookOfficer Chad Charming absolutely does not believe in love at first sight, or even love at all. Apple Grove is famous for their Fairy Tale Parade, and Chad is working when a horse carrying the parade’s Prince Charming kicks him, landing him in the hospital.Jeff Garner’s family has a history of love at first sight and the local high school drama teacher is mortified when his horse kicks the sexiest man he’s ever seen. One look and he knows Chad’s the man for him.Jeff sets out to woo the man, even though Chad makes it clear he isn’t looking for a relationship. While Chad recovers from his injuries, the two become close, but can Chad ever get past the idea love isn’t real and allow himself to love his very own Prince Charming?
Officer Daddy
by Jacqueline DiamondSafe Harbor obstetrician Nora Kendall had always planned to have kids. But a recent divorce, and a recent birthday, point to Nora's window of opportunity getting smaller and smaller. She's looking for a man who will give her a baby-nota tall, dark and handsome younger man who isn't interested in the long term. Leo Franco is bowled over when Nora informs him their one night of passion has resulted in a pregnancy. She's not trying to rope him in, that's for sure. It seems like she's actually pushing him away. . . ;because of hisage?Now Leo's out to show Nora he's the man she needs. He's a responsible cop, and he would be a great father. But how can Leo convince the good doctor that he's ready to give up his bachelor status for diaper detail?
Officer Needs Assistance
by David O. SullivanRookie police officer Sean Patton’s world is turned upside down when he’s shot while out on a domestic disturbance call. Sean is saved by his ballistic vest but is still injured, emotionally and physically. To make matters worse, he has to hide his sexuality.His girlfriend, an attorney seven years his senior, is his saving grace, nursing him with good deeds and plenty of loving. He also enjoys the attentions of his best friend Jeremy, who was his lover college. And things are further complicated by his sexy and muscled captain, who admits to being bisexual, too.Unfortunately in 1970s America, being anything other than straight is not on the menu. What’s a new officer to do? Will he lose his girlfriend when she discovers he’s attracted to men, too?
Officer Rowdy
by Jake HardingPart-time actor Paul Neadley regularly allows himself to be abducted by his cop boyfriend Kirk Rowdy and taken to a cabin deep in the woods. There the officer of the law and the sexy bad boy act out their naughty roleplaying fantasies.Paul begins to wonder if he should kick his four-year relationship with Kirk up to the next level. Or, as twenty-somethings, are they too young for such big decisions? Everything about their relationship seems perfect. But the big pink elephant in their boyfriendhood remains -- should they marry or stay as they are?Through a string of sexual flashbacks, Paul comes to terms with his troubled past and is finally able to make a decision about his future. Is Kirk Paul’s soulmate or just a good time during roleplay?
The Officer Says "I Do"
by Jeanette MurrayHe's a Marine...she grew up on a commune. He always puts duty first...she's a free spirit with an unshakable belief in Fate. He loves routine and order...she brings chaos and creativity wherever she goes. They're going to balance each other perfectly—or drive each other completely, utterly insane... On a wild pre-deployment celebration in Las Vegas, Captain Timothy O'Shay encounters free-spirited beauty Skye McDermott, and for once lets down his guard. Now his life is about to take off in directions he never could have imagined...
Officer, Surgeon...Gentleman!
by Janice LynnDr. Amelia Stockton gets the shock of her life when she sees dashing naval surgeon and old flame Cole Stanley on board her ship. Although they parted in anger, one glimpse of Cole in his dazzling white uniform and Amelia's suddenly racing heart is shouting "mayday. . . . " Cole knows Amelia belongs in his arms, though getting her to admit to their explosive chemistry is difficult-especially given the navy's strict "no relationship" policy! But Cole isn't about to let protocol stand in his way. When it comes to the beautiful Amelia, rules are made to be broken!
The Officer's Convenient Proposal
by Joanna JohnsonA Regency love story with complex characters and deep emotion…Is a paper wedding…the only solution? Returning from battle, Officer Jonah Grant is shocked to find his frail sister abandoned by her husband and their life savings squandered. Which is why a chance encounter with wealthy independent neighbor Frances feels like fate! He and Frances both find it hard to let down their defenses, but take refuge in each other&’s company. If they are willing to risk their newfound friendship, a convenient marriage could be a savior for them both…From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.
The Officer's Dilemma: A Clean and Uplifting Romance
by Janice CarterAn impossible choice…Or a new adventure together?Zanna Winters has five months to plan the rest of her life—including the impossible choice of whether to leave Lighthouse Cove and her family&’s hotel behind. Unfortunately, Naval Officer Dominic Kennedy&’s return to their small town is complicating that plan. Because now Zanna must tell Dominic the truth: they&’re having a baby. Neither planned for a life in Lighthouse Cove…but is love enough to bring two wandering hearts home for good?From Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.
The Officer's Secret
by Debby GiustiIn the middle of the night, Maggie Bennett finds her army officer sister dead in her military housing. She's devastated by the loss of the estranged sibling with whom she was trying to reconnect. But as U. S. Army criminal investigations agent Nate Patterson begins asking questions about the officer's suspicious death, Maggie can't tell the handsome man everything she knows. Except that her sister was definitely murdered-for a secret Maggie can't share. Then she walks into the killer's trap and has to trust Nate with the truth...and her heart.
Official Duty
by Doreen RobertsGINNY MATTHEWS HAD A SIX-FOOT-ONE-INCH, COMPELLING REASON TO STAY AWAY FROM GOLD PEAK, OREGON: A LONG AND LEAN COWBOY BY THE NAME OF CULLY BLACKBut when her beloved foster parents were brutally murdered, Ginny knew she had no choice but to return. Facing her past-and long-buried feelings for the handsome sheriff who still owned her heart-was harder than she'd anticipated. The long months of hiding had taken their toll and Ginny could feel a presence lurking in the shadows. Watching. Waiting. And soon, she became a killer's next target. She'd have to once again place her trust in Cully, the only man who could keep her alive. But was his protective embrace part of his official duty...or something more?
The Official Essex Sisters Companion Guide
by Eloisa James Jody GayleNew York Times bestselling author Eloisa James delivers a brand-new short story in the Essex Sisters world, along with fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the seriesThis is a book no Eloisa James fan should miss! Eloisa revisits the scintillating world of the Essex Sisters with "A Midsummer Night's Disgrace," a new story featuring a young lady, Cece, who would rather ruin her own reputation than endure further speculation about whether her children will be "silly," like her brother, Billy. Happily for fans of Pleasure for Pleasure, Cece's best friend is Josie, Countess of Mayne!Just as exciting, the Companion includes not only Eloisa's original notes about each book and her "extra" chapters, but a 170-page alternate ending to Kiss Me, Annabel. Eloisa discarded this shockingly different plot after writing one draft, and the published novel went in an entirely new direction. Make up your own mind about which is better--Eloisa's original, or the final book! Super fan Jody Gayle's engaging guide includes essays about fascinating historical details, including period fashion designs. Explore the world of horse racing and tour the London theater scene. Delve into the rich history and deep literary tradition that makes Eloisa one of the top writers of historical romance.The Companion also gives you a sneak peek at Eloisa's newest full-length novella, "A Gentleman Never Tells"--which springs from the world of the Essex Sisters! What will happen when one of the men who ruined an heiress' debut by labeling her a "Wooly Breeder" (and Josie Essex a "Scottish Sausage") decides that it's time to make amends?
Offre-moi un sourire
by Antonella MaggioNous nous cachons souvent derrière un masque ou un sourire... Virginia Collins a vingt-sept ans, elle ne croit pas aux rêves qui se réalisent mais elle porte chaque jour un nez rouge et se fait appeler (S)Miley parce qu’elle aime les enfants et vit pour eux, offrant des sourires et des moments de légèreté grâce à la clown-thérapie qu’elle pratique dans un hôpital pour enfants à Londres. Nick Lloyd est un jeune père, il ne vit que pour son fils, Nathan, et pour lui, il a tout abandonné, même son rêve : le théâtre. Les femmes ne sont qu’un passe-temps, à tenir à distance, il les collectionne et David, son meilleur ami et partenaire en affaire, tient les comptes et l’incite à en faire plus. Nathan, à la fois rebelle et grognon, se voit contraint de socialiser avec des enfants moins chanceux que lui qui séjournent à l’hôpital. Le soudain revirement de son fils ne passe pas inaperçu pour Nick, qui est curieux de rencontrer la fille qui a réussi à lui redonner le sourire... Le sourire est contagieux et provoque le bonheur, il prédispose à l’amour et ce dernier est toujours le protagoniste incontesté de nos vies, même lorsque nous pensons y être allergiques. Touchant, sensuel et profond.
The Offshore Pirate: Large Print
by F. Scott FitzgeraldA woman on a trip to Florida falls in love with the captain of the pirates who capture her. This is the first story that develops Fitzgerald's recurrent plot idea of a heroine won by her lover's performance of an extraordinary deed.
Offside (Rules of the Game #1)
by Avery KeelanFrom TikTok sensation Avery Keelan comes Offside, an addictive college hockey romance where Hannah Grace meets Elle Kennedy. After being dumped on her 21st birthday, Bailey James rebounds right into the arms of her ex’s biggest competition...Chase Carter: antagonizer, womanizer, and infamous left winger for her college’s rival team.Following a string of scandals and substandard grades, Chase is on thin ice with his teammates and tyrannical coach. The last thing he needs is to have his focus and loyalty called into question by fraternizing with his team’s #1 competition, but a beautiful stranger who throws herself at him one night is too tempting to pass up... until she throws up on his shoes.Caught in the midst of a bitter rivalry that extends far beyond the arena, Chase and Bailey are on opposite sides of the bench. He’s worked his entire life to secure a future in the NHL. She’s tagged along while her brother has done the same. Fraternizing with the enemy is definitely out of the question, but what if the enemy is impossible to resist?At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Offside
by Ryan LovelessAdam Dumas is Major League Soccer's only openly gay player. When he is transferred to St. Louis, his new teammates don't exactly roll out the welcome mat. It doesn't help that Adam sees "the Gateway to the West" as a step down from his high-profile position in LA--an attitude Adam has no problem sharing with his new housemate and fellow center forward, Colin Evets. Colin is Adam's only friend on the team, but when Adam misinterprets Colin's Midwestern charm for something more, he could end up ruining both their friendship and their careers. As Adam struggles to make a better impression, Colin tries to decide if the person he's been showing the world is who he wants to be with Adam. The pressure to win influences decisions both on the field and off as Adam and Colin discover how making the wrong move can be very right.
Offspring: Human Fertility Behavior In Biodemographic Perspective
by National Research Council of the National AcademiesDespite recent advances in our understanding of the genetic basis of human behavior, little of this work has penetrated into formal demography. Very few demographers worry about how biological processes might affect voluntary behavior choices that have demographic consequences even though behavioral geneticists have documented genetics effects on variables such as parenting and divorce. Offspring: Human Fertility Behavior in Demographic Perspective brings together leading researchers from a wide variety of disciplines to review the state of research in this emerging field and to identify promising research directions for the future.
Oh, Babies!
by Susan MeierSimultaneously nurturing and sexy, Kristen Devereaux filled a void in Grant Brewster's soul. Not only did the new nanny shower the businessman's triplet babies with kindness, but she also aroused in him emotions he'd thought long buried. Grant suspected his masculine charms were having an effect on Kristen. And he ached to have her for himself. But Grant cherished his family above all, and would do anything to protect them. So what would happen when he learned Kristen's secret -- that she wanted to claim the babies for her own?
Oh Baby!
by Pamela FordSix years ago Annie McCarthy was a waitress in an all-night diner and Nick Fleming was just a customer. Late at night they shared their dreams over coffee and pie. Then along came a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity-if they married, Nick would inherit his trust fund early and Annie would get $250,000. After a quickie divorce, they could pursue those dreams-separately.Annie went to a small town in Wisconsin and bought a B and B and has had a wonderful life-just as she's always wanted. Now Nick has shown up at Annie's door, and he has shocking news. They're still married and he needs her to sign papers so he can get married for real. The problem is Annie's pregnant, and when she came to town she told everyone she was married...to Nick-and of course everyone thinks he's the father.Oh baby, this is going to be one interesting summer!
Oh, Baby!
by Patricia KayIn the Family Way...Times Two? Sophie Marlowe has always been the responsible one. She gave up her teenage love, Dillon Burke, to raise Joy-her little sister-on her own. But just as Sophie is about to sigh in relief at a job well done, she learns Dillon's back in town-with the teenage nephew he's raising on his own. If Aidan is half the young man Dillon was-well, Sophie is determined to keep the two young people apart. Oops! Too late! Joy and Aidan are in love. And Joy is pregnant! What is Sophie to do? She has to talk to Dillon. But she'd better be careful. Because she can't resist him any more than Joy was able to resist Aidan. And pregnancy apparently runs in the Marlowe family...
Oh, Baby!
by Leandra LoganMore than a handful! OH, BOY! Dylan Johnson loved the bachelor life. He dated all kinds of women, ate pizza for breakfast and hung out with the guys on weekends. No commitments, no strings for him. Until the last feisty female who'd tied him up in knots, Allison Walker, suddenly appeared on his doorstep. With a cuddly baby in her arms. OH, BABY! The resourceful nanny and sweet Rachel needed a place to hide, and Dylan found his heart thawing. He'd never forgotten Allison-or forgiven her for running out on him. Yet he still found her incredibly sexy... needy... vulnerable. OH, OH...BABY Dylan had a chance to play the hero. He could be "daddy" by day-and lover by night. But would that really get Allison out of his system? And now there was the problem of two females tying him up in knots....
Oh! Be Flirted By A Dragon: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Hua JianjiuLin Jiu Jiu: Do I love you for a thousand years? Are you surprised? Are you moved? Meng Zhang: "Oh."Lin Jiu: "Oh?" Oh?! Oh?! Meng Zhang: "Surprise, touched."Lin Mai Jiu: Is that trouble for me, or is it for you to take the blame? Meng Zhang: "Hehe."Lin Jiu: "Hur hur?" Who are you acting cute for? Meng Zhang: "You." What a big face.Lin Jiu: You think I have a lot of face? Forget it, I'll wear it back. Meng Zhang: You want to run away after eating me dry? Friend, won't your conscience hurt?Lin Jiu: You still think I'm fat?! Hmm. I think you'd better die.//Again: The Mountain and Sea Realm can also be at peace with the world if the Mountain and Sea Realm is separated by the Mountain and Sea Realm.