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The Shocking Lord Standon (Those Scandalous Ravenhursts #3)
by Louise AllenScandal brews and sparks fly when an earl asks a governess for help in this sexy regency romance.Rumors fly that Gareth Morant, Earl of Standon, is to be wed. He cannot honorably deny them, but he won’t be forced into marriage.Encountering a respectable governess in scandalizing circumstances, Gareth demands her help—to make him entirely ineligible.He educates the buttoned-up Miss Jessica Gifford in the courtesan’s arts. But Gareth hasn’t bargained on such an ardent, clever pupil—or on his passionate response to her! He wanted to cause a stir—it seems they are about to brew a scandal!
Shocking Marriage: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Mu QingLiAccident traffic accident dies qiao xuan was reborn the day before his wedding but was caught by fiance and brother-in-law in the bathroom can not describe temporary change groom she changed from big little grandma into three little lady identity changes she realizes the face of preexistence husband is horrible gradually lofty house is doubtful cloud she is pulled toward abyss by him step by step she thought he was her last resort but she did not know that everything was just his steps sheng liang do you believe me no do you believe in i love you later and later he kept her under him and took all the pain for her i don t know where the feeling comes from but when i feel it is in my bones
Shocking Marriage: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Mu QingLiThe day before Qiao Xuan was reborn for his wedding, he was met by his fiancé and his brother-in-law in the bathroom, unable to be described!She changed the groom, from Grand Mistress to Madam Third Young Master!With her identity switched, she gradually realized the terrifying face of her husband in her previous life. She was being led step by step into the abyss because of the doubts of her Wealthy Class family.She thought he was her last resort, but she didn't know it was all his doing."Sheng Liang, do you trust me?""Never.""Then do you believe I love you?""..."Later, he held her firmly under his body and took all the pain for her.He didn't know what was happening, but the feeling had already seeped into his bones …
Shocking Marriage: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Mu QingLiThe day before Qiao Xuan was reborn for his wedding, he was met by his fiancé and his brother-in-law in the bathroom, unable to be described!She changed the groom, from Grand Mistress to Madam Third Young Master!With her identity switched, she gradually realized the terrifying face of her husband in her previous life. She was being led step by step into the abyss because of the doubts of her Wealthy Class family.She thought he was her last resort, but she didn't know it was all his doing."Sheng Liang, do you trust me?""Never.""Then do you believe I love you?""..."Later, he held her firmly under his body and took all the pain for her.He didn't know what was happening, but the feeling had already seeped into his bones …
Shocking Pink
by Erica SpindlerThree women haunted by an erotic crime they witnessed as teens are stalked by a murderer in this thriller from a New York Times–bestselling author.They were only watchingThe mysterious lovers the three girls spied on were engaged in a deadly sexual game no one else was supposed to know about. Especially not Andie and her friends, whose curiosity had deepened into a dangerous obsession. . . .Now, fifteen years later, someone is watching Andie. Someone who won’t let her forget the unsolved murder of “Mrs. X” or the disappearance of “Mr. X.” Suddenly Andie doesn’t know who her friends are . . . because loyalty can be murder.Andie. Julie. Raven.Three very different women bound by more than friendship.“Ingenious twists and turns in a story that features friendship, obsession . . . and murder will long be remembered by this reviewer.” —The Mystery Reader
A Shocking Proposal in Sicily: Claimed For The Desert Prince's Heir / A Shocking Proposal In Sicily (Mills And Boon Modern Ser.)
by Rachael ThomasHer outrageous marriage plan… Kaliana urgently needs a husband! It’s the only way to save her family from financial ruin. So she shockingly proposes to billionaire Rafe Casella. They may have spent one red-hot night in his bed, but Kaliana’s rules are clear. Their arrangement is pure convenience, nothing more. Since her fiancé’s death, she’s fiercely guarded her heart… Yet Rafe has his own agenda—a marriage could secure his rightful inheritance, but only if it appears to be real! Can they keep things strictly business when their pretend relationship starts to feel anything but?
A Shocking Proposition (Undone!)
by Elizabeth RollsOnly one man can help her save her family legacy—and set her heart afire—in this charming Regency romance from the author of The Unexpected Bride.Madeleine Kirkby must marry quickly—or lose her family estate to a distant cousin! And after a chance encounter with the man she lost her heart to years ago, she has the perfect prospective husband in mind.Lord Ashton Ravensfell hasn’t seen Maddy since before he went to war, but it’s clear she has grown into a fetching young woman. So he’s shocked to receive a letter from her, proposing a marriage of convenience. They must be married before Twelfth Night! Ash cannot stand by and watch as Maddy and her tenants are turned out of their homes, and there’s no denying their obvious mutual desire has him more than looking forward to their wedding night . . .
A Shocking Request
by Colleen FaulknerNEVER IN A MILLION YEARS HAD GRANT EXPECTED THIS.His late wife, Ally, speaking on a memory videotape she'd left behind, was actually suggesting he start dating."Date?" Grant thought aloud. "Who would I date? Who wants a widower who lives on a principal's salary and has three daughters?"Clearly anticipating his reaction, Ally said into the camera, "I know you're going to sit around for weeks saying you wouldn't know who to ask if you wanted to go on a date. I've thought this out, too."She leaned forward in the chair. "Jenna," she said softly. "I want you to date my best friend, Jenna. And, Grant, I think you'll fall in love with her."
The Shocking Secret of a Guest at the Wedding (Millworth Manor #4)
by Victoria AlexanderThe bride and groom cordially request your presence for a wedding at Millworth Manor. . . Guests will include Jackson Quincy Graham Channing, New York City banker, and Lady Theodosia Teddy Winslow, wedding planner to the finest families in England. Introductions shall be followed by light conversation, dancing, flirtation, arguing, reconciliation, and an impulsive kiss that both parties are quite certain they will never repeat. Until they do. A mutually beneficial fake engagement will be accompanied by all manner of very real complications, scandalous revelations, nefarious schemes, and one inescapable conclusion: That true love--unlike the perfect wedding--is impossible to plan. . . Praise for Victoria AlexanderSparkling dialogue and endearing characters make this an enthralling read. --Sabrina Jeffries
Shocking Summer
by Blaise KilgallenThe last thing rookie cop J.C. Winters needs is to get involved with weekends-only Pete Plummer. But what's a girl to do when attraction sizzles whenever the oh-so-sexy electrician is near? Burning passion ignites the steamy nights in Shocking Summer, Book 2 of Barbara Kilgallen's romance series Hot Studs in Construction.What do a lady cop and a hog-riding electrician have in common?When "Pistol" Pete Plummer roars into Pleasure Park on his Harley Davidson, he's looking for a weekend of sun, sand, fun, and sex - without any complications. What he finds is J.C. Winters, a rookie cop working undercover as an erotic dancer in one of the boardwalk's men's clubs. Male fantasies, fostered by a very active libido, have Pete in a tailspin -- blown out of the saltwater by a leggy blond riding a feisty attitude.After two heinous crimes against local strippers occur, J.C. Winters is sent to work at Hot Tamales to discover and collar what appear to be one or more malicious predators. Giving into the electric attraction she feels when Pete is around is not part of her plan.Sparks fly when Pete's very potent allure and his resemblance to J.C.'s dream man combine to weaken J.C.'s resolve, resulting in a storm of passion that showers thunder and lightning onto several long, sultry weekends. Will Labor Day and the end of summer, plus the 300 miles separating them, destroy their tentative relationship?
Shocking the Senator (The Danforths)
by Leanne BanksNicola Granville was an independent woman, but it was as Abe Danforth's campaign manager that she achieved her greatest success and her greatest pleasure...
Shoddy Prince (The Prince Family Sagas)
by Sheelagh KellyFrom an author praised for her &“genuinely perceptive portrayals of human relationships,&” a historical romantic saga set in the years prior to WWI (Irish Independent).Bright Maguire—poor, beautiful and kind—is the youngest member of a large Irish clan. Nat Prince is the illegitimate son of a prostitute, growing up on poverty-stricken streets. When Bright brings Nat into the bosom of her loving family, things look better for the young man. But Nat will risk anything to make his fortune. Ever the opportunist, his colorful adventures take him across the world, while Bright struggles to survive the suffering he has left behind. Although their love is destined never to die, it seems there is a conspiracy to keep Nat and Bright apart . . . Rich in atmosphere and full of highly memorable characters, Shoddy Prince is a heart-warming saga of love, ruthlessness and courage, perfect for fans of Anna Jacobs, Rosie Goodwin and Kitty Neale. Praise for the writing of Sheelagh Kelly: &“The tough, sparky characters of Catherine Cookson, and the same sharp sense of destiny, place and time.&” —Reay Tannahill, author of Fatal Majesty and Sex in History &“Sheelagh Kelly surely can write.&” —Sunderland Echo
The Shoe Diaries (The Friendship Chronicles #1)
by Darby BahamIt&’s never too late to put your best foot forward From the outside, Reagan &“Rae&” Doucet has it all: a coveted career in Washington, DC, a tight circle of friends and a shoe closet to die for. When one of her crew falls ill, however, Rae is done playing it safe. The talented but unfulfilled writer makes a &“risk list&” to revamp her life. But forgiving her ex, Jake Saunders, might be one risk too many…From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.The Friendship ChroniclesBook 1: The Shoe Diaries
The Shoe Queen
by Anna DavisAnna Davis immerses readers in the glitter and excitement of 1920's Paris -- where one woman's obsession with shoes leads her into a steamy affair that will make her question what matters most in life.
The Shoemaker's Daughter (The Cordwainers (The Cordwainers (The Cordwainers (The Cordwainers: 1): A heart-warming and moving Welsh saga of determination you won’t be able to stop reading…
by Iris GowerPerfect for fans of Dilly Court and Rosie Goodwin, this is the powerful beginning of The Cordwainers, a series from bestselling author Iris Gower.READERS ARE LOVING THE CORDWAINERS!"I loved this book from start to finish..." - 5 STARS."Seriously recommend..." - 5 STARS. "I have really enjoyed reading this whole series...I would recommend the reading of any of the books by this author." - 5 STARS"Loved these books [-] definitely recommend this series: once you start you will want to read them all" - 5 STARS"You finish one book and you just have to start the next one." - 5 STARS"A perfectly marvellous book!" - 5 STARS********************************************************WILL SHE LET MATTERS OF THE HEART CLOUD HER JUDGEMENT?When her father dies, Hari Morgan has no choice to but make a life for herself and her ailing mother and carry on the family shoemaking business. Her talent leads her to an unlikely friendship with Emily Grenfell, the daughter of one of the richest men in Swansea. But friendship is fickle. As their respective fortunes change and they both fall in love with Craig Grenfell, Emily's cousin, Hari must decide whether to follow her heart or her head...The Shoemaker's Daughter is the first title in Iris Gower's The Cordwainers series. The story continues in The Oyster Catchers.
Shoestring Theory
by Mariana CostaA queer, madcap, friends-to-lovers-to-enemies-to-lovers time travel romance with the future of the world at stake, this charming fantasy tale is sure to satisfy fans of Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree.The kingdom of Farsala is broken and black clouds hang heavy over the arid lands. Former grand-mage of the high court, Cyril Laverre, has spent the last decade hiding himself away in a ramshackle hut by the sea, trying to catch any remaining fish for his cat familiar, Shoestring, and suppressing his guilt over the kingdom&’s ruin. For he played his part – for as the king, Eufrates Margrave, descended further and further into paranoia, violence and madness, his grand-mage – and husband – Cyril didn&’t do a thing to stop him.When Shoestring wanders away and dies one morning, Cyril knows his days are finally numbered. But are there enough left to have a last go at putting things right? With his remaining lifeblood, he casts a powerful spell that catapults him back in time to a happier period of Farsalan history – a time when it was Eufrates&’s older sister Tig destined to ascend to the throne, before she died of a wasting disease, and a time when Cyril and Eufrates&’s tentative romance had not yet bloomed. If he can just make sure Eufie never becomes king, then maybe he can prevent the kingdom&’s tragic fate. But the magical oath he made to his husband at the altar, transcending both time and space, may prove to be his most enduring – and most dangerous – feat of magic to date…Featuring a formidable great aunt, a friends-to-lovers-to-enemies-to-lovers romance, an awkward love quadrangle and a crow familiar called Ganache, this charming story is imminently easy to read and sure to satisfy fans of fanfiction who like their fantasy lite.
Shohn: A Contemporary Romance Novella
by Lori FosterThis Buckhorn man will have to prove his worth to the woman of his dreams—don't miss this fan-favorite novella from New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster, available as a standalone ebook for the first time… Originally published as Buckhorn Ever After in 2013 Ranger Shohn Hudson can't help but notice a few things about Nadine Moest. She's gorgeous, she's smart, she's driven, and… she's apparently not into him. At all. Shohn's used to being chased, so having the one woman who matters resist his charms is not what he signed up for. The last thing Nadine wants is to be the latest notch on gorgeous Shohn's bedpost. But Shohn is determined to win her trust—nd her heart. Once Nadine learns more about the man underneath his cocky exterior, will she start to crack? Let the battle of wills begin…
Shoot to Thrill
by Nina BruhnsA sexy black-ops hero and a beautiful ER nurse must fight for their lives-and for a love they never thought possible.
Shoot to Thrill
by Nina BruhnsA sexy black-ops hero and a beautiful ER nurse must fight for their lives-and for a love they never thought possible.
Shoot Your Shot: A Hockey Rom-Com
by Lexi LaFleur BrownDon&’t miss NHL insider and #BookTok influencer Lexi LaFleur Brown&’s steamy and superstitious hockey rom-com debut!&“One of the best debut novels I&’ve ever read—I ate this book up! Shoot Your Shot is fun, sexy, and brimming with heartfelt emotion.&” —Lauren Blakely, #1 New York Times bestselling authorJaylen &“JJ&” Jones&’s hockey career is over. After not securing an NHL contract with the Seattle Rainiers, Jaylen decides to bid the city farewell with a final night of fun, blowing off steam with an anonymous one night stand. But when a last-minute roster spot opens up on the Rainiers, he connects his luck to the girl he spent the night with. Superstitious Jaylen is desperate to keep her around—his career depends on it. Aspiring tattoo artist Lucy Ross isn&’t so sure about the proposition to remain Jaylen&’s lucky charm—she&’s been called a lot of things in her life, but good luck has never been one of them. But stuck in a career slump, Lucy has everything to gain. Hoping for an apprenticeship hasn&’t offered much stability, and Jaylen is willing to pay any price to get Lucy to agree…so maybe sending him a routine text message before each game won&’t be too hard. What starts as an agreement to trade favors—a good luck text in exchange for tattooing practice for Lucy&’s portfolio—quickly turns into sizzling chemistry that&’s too delicious to deny. But Lucy&’s been in too many situationships to even think about getting attached again, and Jaylen is clearly only with Lucy as long as it&’s helping his gameplay… Neither of them expecting getting lucky could be so complicated."A hilarious, sexy debut from an author who truly knows her hockey." —Rachel Reid, USA TODAY bestselling author of Time to ShineFOR FANS OF: Bisexual rep Grumpy x Sunshine Golden Retriever hero, Black Cat heroine He Falls First Relationship of convenience Forced proximity
Shooting Dirty
by Jill SorensonShe's his only salvationAce Clemmons has wanted Janelle from the moment he first saw her. Taking her captive while he carried out his last hit as a member of Dirty Eleven nearly broke him. Now that he's gone straight, he's back in her life, looking to stake his claim. He can't erase the past but he'll do anything to make it up to her.Janelle Parker needs a new start, far away from the trailer park and the strip club. A down and dirty affair with a tattooed criminal is a step in the wrong direction, but she can't resist Ace's deliciously commanding touch, which has haunted her dreams for months. Soon they're both in too deep, falling hard and fast--until an old feud with a rival motorcycle club explodes into an all-out war. Dirty Eleven's enemies won't hesitate to hurt Janelle to get to Ace. She has to fight to survive...and for the fiercest love she's ever known.Book two of the Dirty Eleven MC series84,900 words
Shooting for Stars
by Christine WebbA charming romantic dramedy from the author of The Art of InsanityHigh schooler Skyler Davidson spends most of her time with her pet rat, Five. The daughter of scientists, she&’s determined to finish her late mother's research on neutron stars. So she teams up with aspiring videographer, Cooper, to film a submission for a NASA internship—all while keeping it a secret from her dad, who doesn&’t expect any trouble from his obviously college-bound daughter. As Skyler and Cooper grow closer, it turns out that Skyler&’s dad has a new love interest as well: a hot makeup influencer who likes to put her nose where it doesn&’t belong. She&’ll keep hush on Skyler&’s NASA plans, if Skyler agrees to get to know her. Now Skyler&’s tangled up in a budding romance, an unexpected friendship, and the stress of having to retake her SATs. Will Skyler&’s dream of stars collapse and explode, or can dad and daughter reconcile and change their trajectory?
Shooting for the Moon
by Gareth VaughnWith winter holidays approaching, it's supposed to be a time for romance and togetherness for Colton and Ben. Except climate change has erased the chance for a white Christmas, their rent is going up, and neither of them have energy after working all day and barely getting to see each other. As their frustrations mount and finances dwindle, it almost seems more likely they'll be single for the new year rather than doing anything special for each other.Colton isn't willing to give up without a fight, though. He might not be able to give Ben his dream of visiting the moon, but he can bring a bit of the moon to Earth. Rekindling some of his own hope and romance, he decides to put his skills as a chef to good use and go all out in preparing Ben a meal -- and a night -- not to be forgotten. The world might be a grim place, but if he shoots for the moon, maybe he can hit a bit of holiday magic.
A Shooting Star (In My Heart #2)
by Joe CosentinoAn In My Heart NovellaOn the eve of the best night of his life, winning an Academy Award, Jonathan Bello thinks back to his one great love, David Star. Flipping back the pages of time, Jonathan recalls his handsome, muscular, and charismatic college roommate. Since Jonathan was a freshman and David a senior in the Theatre Department, David took Jonathan under his wing and molded him, not only as an actor but as a lover. With every wonderful new adventure, David left his joyful mark on anyone with whom they came in contact, but Jonathan soon uncovered David's dark past, leading to a shocking event. Undaunted, Jonathan celebrates the captivating man who will always hold a special place in his heart.A Bittersweet Dreams title: It's an unfortunate truth: love doesn't always conquer all. Regardless of its strength, sometimes fate intervenes, tragedy strikes, or forces conspire against it. These stories of romance do not offer a traditional happy ending, but the strong and enduring love will still touch your heart and maybe move you to tears.
Shooting Star
by Colby HodgeCrash-landing on a primitive planet, devil-may-care, invincible Ruben is put to the test. In the arms of a mysterious beautiful woman he finds his true self and a love that "blazed through the night like a shooting star."