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Stand by Your Manny (Dreamspun Desires #57)
by Amy LaneThe Mannies: Book ThreeLearning to trust and falling in love. Sammy Lowell has his hands full juggling his music, college, some pesky health problems, and making the uncles who raised him proud. He needs help fulfilling his after-school duties with his siblings. Nobody can be in two places at once—not even Sammy! An injury puts Cooper Hoskins in a tough spot—if he can’t work, the foster sister he’s raising can’t eat. But years in the foster system have left Cooper short on trust, and opening up to accept help isn’t easy. Luckily, family intervenes—Cooper needs a job so he can care for Felicity, and Sammy needs someone who can see past his illness to the wonderful things he has planned for his life. Each heals the damaged places in the other’s heart. But falling in love is a big responsibility for young men deep in family already. Can the two of them get past their fear of the immediate future to see forever with each other?
Stand & Deliver (Men of Haven #5)
by Rhenna MorganLive hard, f*ck harder and make their own rules. Those are the cornerstones the six Men of Haven bleed by, taking what they want, always watching each other’s backs and loving the women they claim with unyielding tenderness and fierceSecurity expert Beckett Tate has met his match in colleague Gia Sinclair. He longs to run his hands over each and every one of her lush curves. She’s wicked smart and wicked hot. He’s given her time to get used to the idea of “them,” but her time is up and he’s ready to go all in on claiming what’s his.Despite her love of all things girlie, Gia’s no typical Southern belle. She’s built her skills and reputation in a field normally dominated by men, and now she has a kick-ass career she loves. She certainly doesn’t need a man to take care of her—especially not one who’s pure alpha. Still, Beckett’s the one man who can satisfy the desires she’s hidden under her tough exterior, and she’s hooked. Letting Beckett take the lead in the bedroom comes naturally to Gia—not constantly proving herself to him professionally is more of a struggle. And when someone attacks her character and career, Gia and Beckett will have to find a balance: her willingness to let go just a little, with his trust in her abilities and his deep, primal need to protect his woman. This book is approximately 98,000 wordsEdited by Angela James
The Stand-In
by Steve BloomThe inspiration for the Netflix original film, The Perfect Date! When Brooks volunteered to be a stand-in for Burdette's cousin who got stood up for Homecoming, it was with the noblest of intentions—helping a fellow human being, free of charge. But when he gets a tip of more than three hundred bucks, word spreads quickly and Brooks seizes the opportunity to offer his impeccable escort services to super-wealthy parents who want their daughters to experience those big social events of senior year. Besides, Brooks could use the cash to hire a tutor to get admitted to Columbia University. So what if along the way he goes along with a few minor deceptions and cuts a few moral corners? What could be the harm?
The Stand-In
by Lily ChuFeatured in USA Today's "Best Rom-Coms" of May 2023 and one of the Washington Post's best romances of the year!"The Stand-In is a charming, engaging rom com that drips in glamour and sparkles with banter. Chu's exploration of multi-racial identity was resonant and nuanced. The Stand-In is truly a stand out romance." — USA Today bestselling author Andie J. ChristopherGracie Reed was just fired by her overly "handsy" boss at the worst possible moment. She's been scraping together every extra dollar to get her mother into a top-notch memory care center. To make matters worse, a paparazzo has mistaken her for a famous Chinese actress in town for a new project and the resulting snapshot's gone viral. Gracie's barely holding it all together…until a mysterious SUV rolls up beside her on the street, and she's offered the opportunity of a lifetime.Gracie can't believe what she's hearing: due to their uncanny resemblance, gorgeous actress Wei Fangli wants Gracie to be her stand-in. The catch? Gracie will have to be escorted by Sam Yao, the other half of Chinese cinema's infamous golden couple. Problem is, Sam is the most attractive—and infuriating—man Gracie's ever met.But if it means getting the money she needs for her mother, Gracie's in. Soon Gracie moves into a world of luxury she never knew existed. But resisting her attraction to Sam, and playing the role of an elegant movie star, proves more difficult than she ever imagined—especially when she learns the real reason Fangli so desperately needs to step out of the spotlight. In the end all the effort in the world won't be able to help Gracie keep up this elaborate ruse without losing herself...and her heart.Readers will delight in this glamourous, swoon worthy enemies-to-lovers romance that is as hilarious as it is heart-wrenching.
The Stand-In
by Rosanna LeoOut of work and desperate, Winn Busby accepts the only job available to her ... professional liar! Simple enough, until she meets a former political journalist determined to sniff out the truth about what she's up to. Charming, witty, and filled with sizzling passion, The Stand-In, another great romantic comedy from author Rosanna Leo.Failed actress Winn Busby is at the end of her rope. With no money and no prospects, she accepts the one job she never thought she'd see on her résumé. Professional bridesmaid. It should be easy. If only the idea of weddings and vows didn't give Winn a case of the hives. Her role becomes more challenging when she's told a reporter will shadow her work for a men's magazine article.Working for Player Magazine is Patrick Lincoln's worst nightmare. A former political journalist, he used to write thoughtful columns for one of Toronto's most respected papers. That is, until he was blackballed for allegedly sleeping with the boss's wife. Overnight, Patrick becomes the city's most reviled bad boy. And now he's forced to write a seedy expose on, of all things, a bridesmaid.Patrick begrudgingly accompanies Winn to a series of strange weddings. As they are forced to work together, he learns there is more to the stand-in bridesmaid than puffy dresses and pretty speeches. She, in turn, begins to question whether or not Patrick actually deserves the derision of his peers. As much as they fight their attraction, it begins to threaten their work and their sanity.For so long, Winn has felt second-best. A stand-in. She finally meets a man who believes in her value. But can she let go of the past and accept him?Content Notes: Hot, Contemporary, Romantic Comedy
The Stand-In Bride
by Lucy GordonDon Sebastian Santiago's fiancée may have publicly betrayed him at the town's Christmas celebrations--but that doesn't mean his wedding is off. He blames his fiancée's tutor, Maggie, for what has happened--so it's Maggie who will be his stand-in bride!In this emotionally intense novel from award-winning author Lucy Gordon, there's power, pride and passion. Read on to find out how Maggie must confront her troubled past before she and Sebastian can learn to trust--and love--each other....
Stand-in Groom
by Suzanne BrockmannWith a rare blend of humor, erotic tension, and dead-on emotional truth,New York Timesbestselling author Suzanne Brockmann weaves this delightful romance of a man and woman brought together by chance, bound by choice, and in trouble deeper than they realize. Like a knight in a fairy tale, he appeared from out of nowhere and rescued her at the last moment. Now, sizing up the man who’d saved her purse and driven off her attackers, aspiring Boston entrepreneur Chelsea Spencer considered that this good-looking stranger could fit another role—not to mention a tuxedo—equally well. By the end of the week, Chelsea was scheduled to get married as a condition for earning the inheritance necessary to save her fledgling business. There was only one problem: She was short a groom. Johnny Anziano would have been satisfied with a date, but the woman he’d dashed in to save during a street mugging had proposed much more than that. For two weeks’ “work,” he’d earn $75,000 and a luxurious tropical island vacation. By saying a simple, meaningless “I do,” he could save Chelsea one more time. But this time they were facing something a lot more dangerous than a gang of street thugs—their attraction for each other.
Stand-In Groom / Time Enough for Love
by Suzanne BrockmannNew York Times bestselling author Suzanne Brockmann delivers a double-dip romance in this special edition that brings together two of her most beguiling love stories. The pair of full-length novels in this sizzling volume is sure to entice, surprise, and delight romance readers everywhere. Stand-in Groom They met in the middle of a Boston street mugging. By the time Johnny Anziano helped rescue the new shop-owner on the block, he'd fallen completely in love. But it seemed like the romance was over before it even started. Because in less than a week, Chelsea Spencer was getting married. Then she asked Johnny for a favor that left the aspiring restaurateur reeling--a "business" proposition a man would be a fool to accept...and a damn fool not to. But the rules of the erotic game they were playing were dangerously shifting with every touch, every glance. Until it was no longer a game at all and winning meant risking everything. Time Enough for Love Maggie Winthrop lives with both feet planted firmly on the ground. She doesn't believe in time travel any more than she believes in comic-book heroes or the tooth fairy. So when the naked man appears in her backyard, saying he's come back from the future to change the course of history and prevent a global catastrophe, Maggie doesn't buy a word of it--despite the spark of attraction between them. But when the handsome stranger accurately predicts things no one could possibly guess would happen, Maggie starts to doubt everything she knows to be true. Suddenly the pair is thrown into a desperate battle to ward off a future filled with disaster, and Maggie must confront her destiny--where second chances for true love come at a very steep price. . . .
Stand-In Mistress
by Lee WilkinsonShe hadn't really planned on becoming hismistress! Brad Lancing may be a successful businessman, but he has a bad reputation where women are concerned. Joanne Winslow is determined that her sister isn't going to become just another statistic on Brad's list of conquests--even if it means she'll have to become his mistress herself! Fortunately Brad is happy for Joanne to be hispretendmistress--for now! But Brad seems to be playing hard to get, and Joanne's starting to realize it's time to take matters into her own hands. And then the burning seduction she's imagined happens for real. . .
Stand-In Mom
by Marie FerrarellaHe's Got A Lot To LearnScott Matthews had no ideaGinger Winchester was a teacher whenthey first met—he didn't even know herlast name. That didn't stop them fromsharing a night of passion. Scott hopedhe'd see Ginger again—just not in hisdaughter's new classroom! Yet, somewhereunder that frumpy sweater and chalk dust is thesultry redhead who's been haunting his dreams.Smart, sensitive and nurturing, Ginger is everything Scottwants. But when Ginger discovers she resembles his first wife,she fears stepping in as a replacement mom. She wants afamily, but not this way. She's happy to offer tips on handlingrambunctious kids, and even helps the Matthews family adopta big, lovable puppy. But when it comes to handing over herheart, Scott must prove to her that she's more than just astand-in—she's the one.
Stand-In Mom
by Megan KellyHe's Got A Lot To Learn Scott Matthews had no idea Ginger Winchester was a teacher when they first met-he didn't even know her last name. That didn't stop them from sharing a night of passion. Scott hoped he'd see Ginger again-just not in his daughter's new classroom! Yet, somewhere under that frumpy sweater and chalk dust is the sultry redhead who's been haunting his dreams. Smart, sensitive and nurturing, Ginger is everything Scott wants. But when Ginger discovers she resembles his first wife, she fears stepping in as a replacement mom. She wants a family, but not this way. She's happy to offer tips on handling rambunctious kids, and even helps the Matthews family adopt a big, lovable puppy. But when it comes to handing over her heart, Scott must prove to her that she's more than just a stand-in-she's the one.
Stand-In Rancher Daddy: Stand-in Rancher Daddy Lawman In Disguise The Nanny Solution Counterfeit Courtship (Lone Star Cowboy League: The Founding Years #1)
by Renee RyanSuddenly a Father Rancher CJ Thorn isn't ready to graduate from uncle to brand-new daddy-but he has no choice. After his widowed brother runs off, a pair of adorable twins have no one but CJ...and lovely neighbor Molly Langley. She's helped with the girls for so long that she's almost part of the family. Almost. CJ knows his family isn't good enough for her. Not when his brother's actions have disgraced the Thorn name yet again. Watching CJ become a devoted father would soften any woman's heart. Yet Molly must remain immune. CJ deserves more than a woman who can't have children. Held back by fear, it'll take a disaster forcing the community together before they're ready to risk a chance on happiness.
Stand-In Star
by Rachael JohnsAs an anthropologist, Holly McCartney is more comfortable in a museum than shopping on Rodeo Drive. She isn't prepared for the media frenzy on her arrival in L.A. to accept a posthumous acting award for her late sister...or for her sister's gorgeous friend Nate Devlin to come to her rescue. Though he resents her for some reason, she can't fight their irresistible chemistry-especially when the paparazzi force her to stay at his mansion.Photographer Nate only agrees to help Holly survive Hollywood for her sister's sake, but she soon gets under his skin in a way no other woman has. The more time he spends with her, the more his attraction grows and he finds himself opening up to her in ways he never expected. But will ghosts of the past stand in the way of their perfect Hollywood ending?72,000 words
Stand-in Wife
by Karina BlissPlaying with dynamite, a girl could get burned... What does he know about love and marriage? And exactly how did he, Ross Coltrane-a special forces elite soldier and demolitions expert-end up playing middleman to his kid brother and the estranged wif And most important, why is he suddenly noticing how beautiful his sister-in-law is? He's never thought about his brother's wife...that way...before. Then he figures it out and everything makes sense. This tantalizing woman is the other twin! The identical sisters have pulled a swap and duped everyone around them. Furious much? Oh, yeah. Poised to bring down their plan, Ross hesitates. Something about Vivienne Jansen's courage and zest for life gets to him. Except, he's not a man who has feelings. Everyone calls him the Iceman. He doesn't know how to be anything else...
Stand-in Wife
by Debbie MacomberSavor again this classic romance about a single dad getting a second chance, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber.Tragedy had shattered Paul Manning’s whole world, leaving him a grieving widower with three small children. Reeling from shock and grief, Paul turns in desperation to the one person he knows he can count on: gentle, caring Leah Baker. Slowly, Leah eases his sorrow and fills his life with new meaning. Then Paul makes an amazing discovery: he needs Leah, and he wants more than a stand-in wife.Originally published in 1992
Stand-In Wife (Those Manning Men #2)
by Debbie MacomberPaul Manning, a grieving widower with three small children, turns to Leah Baker for help and comfort. When that comfort begins to grow into something else, Paul discovers that he wants more than a Stand-In Wife.
Stand Out Agressively: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Xia ShiXiaoDiaoGodly Doctor Ye Qiao was able to use a silver needle to pick up a dead person's flesh and bones, but because of a wild fox's sudden intrusion, he was struck to death by lightning.He would pass out just like that. Furthermore, he was going to be framed by his own woman to become a murderer, imprisoned, beaten up, and had his face ruined … But it didn't matter, the Godly Doctor could cut off his own bones and pull out the entire beautiful skin, returning to the performing arts world.Of course, the first thing to do was to kill the woman who betrayed him.Married an old man who wanted to be the CEO's wife?Fine, I'll marry your stepson, take your son, steal your company, drive you out, and let you retire with honor in advance!
Stand Out Agressively: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Xia ShiXiaoDiaoGodly Doctor Ye Qiao was able to use a silver needle to pick up a dead person's flesh and bones, but because of a wild fox's sudden intrusion, he was struck to death by lightning.He would pass out just like that. Furthermore, he was going to be framed by his own woman to become a murderer, imprisoned, beaten up, and had his face ruined … But it didn't matter, the Godly Doctor could cut off his own bones and pull out the entire beautiful skin, returning to the performing arts world.Of course, the first thing to do was to kill the woman who betrayed him.Married an old man who wanted to be the CEO's wife?Fine, I'll marry your stepson, take your son, steal your company, drive you out, and let you retire with honor in advance!
Stand Out Agressively: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Xia ShiXiaoDiaoGodly Doctor Ye Qiao was able to use a silver needle to pick up a dead person's flesh and bones, but because of a wild fox's sudden intrusion, he was struck to death by lightning.He would pass out just like that. Furthermore, he was going to be framed by his own woman to become a murderer, imprisoned, beaten up, and had his face ruined … But it didn't matter, the Godly Doctor could cut off his own bones and pull out the entire beautiful skin, returning to the performing arts world.Of course, the first thing to do was to kill the woman who betrayed him.Married an old man who wanted to be the CEO's wife?Fine, I'll marry your stepson, take your son, steal your company, drive you out, and let you retire with honor in advance!
The Stand-Up Groomsman
by Jackie LauA bridesmaid and groomsman put their differences aside to get their friends down the aisle in this opposites-attract steamy romantic comedy.They say to never meet your heroes, but when Vivian Liao's roommate gets engaged to her favorite actor&’s costar, she has no choice but to come face-to-face with Melvin Lee again. He's just as funny and handsome as he is on-screen...but thinks she is a snob and a sellout. It's none of his business how she chooses to live her life, no matter how charismatic he is. Mel is used to charming audiences as an actor and stand-up comedian but can't connect to Vivian. She's a smart, talented artist—which is why he thinks she&’s wasting her life as a corporate finance drone. The only thing uniting them is their goal for the wedding to go off without a hitch. As they collaborate on wedding cake and karaoke parties, Mel realizes he might have seriously misjudged this bridesmaid, while Vivian discovers the best man might just be as dazzling off-screen as he is on. With the wedding underway, maybe more than one happily ever after is in the future.
Standing Bear's Surrender
by Peggy WebbHE LOST HIS WINGS...Blue Angel Naval Commander Jim Standing Bear lived to fly. And when that was taken away from him one dark night, his ability to walk had mysteriously disappeared with it. Until one not-so-dark night when a dancing angel caught his eye....AND FOUND HIS HEARTLovely and innocent, Sarah Sloan had never been as entranced by any man as she was by the wounded warrior who was Jim Standing Bear. And though he was clearly terrified to let himself get too close, Sarah knew that once he was back on his feet-not to mention in the air-his fears would simply melt away. As would, she hoped, the bars over his heart....
Standing Fast: Standing Fast Cowboy Bodyguard Standoff At Midnight Mountain (Military K-9 Unit)
by Maggie K. BlackFramed!A Military K-9 Unit StorySuspected of aiding a serial killer, single dad Chase McLear is desperate to prove his innocence. However, someone’s determined for him to be found guilty—and now they’re targeting Chase’s little girl. Preschool teacher Maisy Lockwood’s father was one of the killer’s victims, but Maisy believes Chase has been framed. Can Chase’s K-9 beagle sniff out the evidence to clear his name before the killer makes them his next victims?
Standing Guard (The Defenders #3)
by Valerie HansenA scared widow and her defenseless son have former marine on red alert in this inspirational romantic suspense novel. Someone is systematically wrecking Lindy Southerland’s life. First her house. Then her bank account. And unless the thug gets what he wants, her child will be targeted next. The woman jumps at every shadow, but refuses to go to the police. Why? With marine veteran Thad Pearson’s every protective instinct in overdrive, he guards Lindy and her son as if they’re his own family. But keeping his scarred heart safe proves his toughest assignment yet. And leads him straight into a mastermind’s deadly trap.
Standing In The Shadows: Fade To Midnight, Behind Closed Doors, Standing In The Shadows, Out Of Control, Edge Of Midnight, Extreme Danger And Ultimate Weapon (The McCloud Brothers Series #2)
by Shannon MckennaEx-FBI agent Connor McCloud can never forget the day he was set up to die at the hands of trusted friend and fellow agent Ed Riggs. Hard justice and loyalty to his badge have cost Connor what he wants most--Ed's shy, studious daughter Erin. He can never have her now, but her beauty still haunts and torments his every waking hour and his most fevered erotic dreams. But now that his old enemy Kurt Novak has returned, Connor is prepared to do anything to protect the vulnerable young woman from a killer who has vowed a brutal payback...a killer with a predator's lethal patience. Erin has been harboring secret fantasies about Connor McCloud since she first laid eyes on him--but that was before his testimony sent her father to jail. Her world is falling apart and it's all she can do to hold her family together. But now Connor is knocking on her door, telling her she needs his protection, whether she wants it or not. He won't give up and he won't stay away. He's sworn to guard her life with his own and his fierce protectiveness awakens long-buried feelings--and a fiery sexuality deep within her soul...