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The Temporary Mrs. King
by Maureen ChildIt doesn't take long for Sean King to realize he's in trouble. Despite the idyllic setting and the exquisite contract bride, his marriage to Melinda Stanford is meant to be strictly business. Pure profit is his for the taking. All he has to do is marry the boss's granddaughter-and keep his hands off his sexy new wife.Melinda had made the rules, but now her marriage seems a little too convenient. Is it just the Caribbean heat making her burn for her groom? Or is she ready to make their temporary arrangement a permanent one?
The Temporary Mrs. Marchetti
by Melanie MilburneThe rules of engagement... When Cristiano Marchetti proposes to former mistress Alice Piper, the deal has an expiry date. He has six months to fulfil the conditions of his grandmother's will. But the hotelier has another agenda-exacting revenge on Alice for daring to walk away seven years before! Alice needs the financial security her enemy is providing, but soon their every clash is a shockingly tempting encounter. Yet as she uncovers the man beneath the hard-hearted exterior, the future Mrs. Marchetti wonders if she could break the rules of their engagement...and walk down the aisle as more than Cristiano's temporary bride!
Temporary Nanny
by Carrie WeaverBecome a stand-up father?It all starts with a mysterious message from his upstairs neighbor. The next thing he knows, Royce McIntyre is sharing handmade treats with ten-year-old Jake Garner. But it's Jake's alluring mom, Katy, who keeps Royce coming back for more. So when a crisis threatens, he surprises the overwhelmed single mother with an offer she can't refuse. . . Royce McIntyre may not be like any nanny Katy has ever hired, but he's certainly the handsomest! And her son really likes him. Together, do they have what it takes to transform a temporary arrangement into a forever family?
The Temporary Promise
by Bonnie DeeWaitress and struggling actress Tara Rambeaugh has grown used to the idea that her career might not progress beyond an occasional commercial or role in local theater—until her best friend’s brother, Luis lights a fire under her by encouraging her to make a big move. Soon Tara is taking more than career risks as she plunges headlong into a steamy relationship with the guy she crushed on as a teenager. But war veteran Luis has issues of his own, and Tara doesn’t know if either of them is ready to handle anything serious—even as her heart is falling deeper in love. The Promise Series Five friends scattered by time and distance will soon come together to witness the wedding vows of one. But in the meantime, Graci, Tara, Corinne and Adya each make pledges of their own and find unexpected new loves waiting just around the corner. Promises will be made and sometimes broken but sisterhood endures in this series of stories about five forever-friends and the men who love them. Book 1 – The Seduction Vow Book 2 – The Temporary Promise Book 3 – The Matchmaking Pact Book 4 – The New Leaf Pledge Book 5 – The Wedding Affirmation
Temporary Rancher (Home on the Ranch #9)
by Ann EvansRiley Palmer needs a fresh start, and managing Echo Springs Ranch is the break she's been waiting for. There's only one problem. Her new boss, Quintin Avenaco, thinks he hired a man. Riley's confident she can handle the job. But convincing Quintin? With only three weeks to prove her case, it won't be easy. Single mom to four-year-old twin daughters, Riley can't afford to risk everything for a flirtation with Quintin. Even if he does make her heart flutter, she has her kids to think of! If only her heart would listen to her head...
The Temporary Roomie: A Novel
by Sarah AdamsFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Practice Makes Perfect comes an expanded edition of The Temporary Roomie—a witty and relatable romantic comedy about finding joy in the unexpected, with a never-before-seen chapter.No one said fair trade needed to be &“fair.&”As the owner of Honeysuckle Salon, Jessie Barnes usually has everything managed and on track, but now in her third trimester of an unexpected pregnancy, she feels a bit lost and increasingly desperate after faulty plumbing floods her apartment. Unfortunately, her knight in shining armor is actually Dr. Drew Marshall, her best friend&’s brother, and he&’s also the man she chewed out not too long ago for being a chauvinistic dirtbag.Every moment Drew&’s had to prove her wrong since then has failed, so Jessie&’s opinion of him hasn&’t improved. That remains the case when he agrees to let her stay with him during renovations, under one condition: She pretends to be his girlfriend for upcoming work festivities. For the sake of her brother, Jessie is willing to make the tough situation work, and giving Drew a taste of his own medicine sounds . . . intriguing.But when their rivalry sparks a deeper connection, Jessie&’s future becomes even more unclear—and with a baby on the way, she&’ll have to make a decision soon.
The Temporary Roomie: An EXTENDED edition rom-com from the author of the TikTok sensation THE CHEAT SHEET! (It Happened in Nashville #2)
by Sarah AdamsFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Practice Makes Perfect comes an expanded edition of The Temporary Roomie - a witty and relatable romantic comedy about finding joy in the unexpected, with a never-before-seen chapter.No one said fair trade needed to be 'fair.'As the owner of Honeysuckle Salon, Jessie Barnes usually has everything managed and on track, but now in her third trimester of an unexpected pregnancy, she feels a bit lost and increasingly desperate after faulty plumbing floods her apartment. Unfortunately, her knight in shining armour is actually Dr. Drew Marshall, her best friend's brother, and also the man she chewed out not too long ago for being a chauvinistic dirtbag.Every moment Drew's had to prove her wrong since then has failed, so Jessie's opinion of him hasn't improved. That remains the case when he agrees to let her stay with him during renovations, under one condition: she pretends to be his girlfriend for upcoming work festivities. For the sake of her brother, Jessie is willing to make the tough situation work, and giving Drew a taste of his own medicine sounds . . . intriguing.But when their rivalry sparks a deeper connection, Jessie's future gets even more unclear - and with a baby on the way, she'll have to make a decision soon.
Temporary Santa
by Leigh Michaels Cathy Gillen ThackerBaby's First Christmas by Cathy Gillen Thacker Kate Montgomery was tired of waiting for the perfect man, so with the help of a sperm bank, she was bypassing marriage and going straight to motherhood. Michael Sloane wanted a baby, not a wife, so he hired a surrogate to carry his child. He didn't expect her to get cold feet on the same day Kate was making her "withdrawal"! Now - eight months later - the clinic's doctors have a few things to say to Kate and Michael. Like "Merry Christmas!" and "Congratulations!" and..."Oops!" The Unlikely Santa by Leigh Michaels Brandi Ogilvie knows Santa, and Zack Forrest isn't him! This career woman has no time for Father Christmas, even when he comes in a tall, muscular and mysterious package. But her store's temporary Santa has certainly convinced the children - and her co-workers, who also think they're having a heated affair! 'Tis the season - for chaos! What secret is this Santa keeping?
Temporary Texan
by Heather AllisonHITCHED! Branded! Claire Bellingham was allergic to Texas. Of that she was sure. She was a city girl born and bred. Unfortunately, to fulfill the requirements of her grandfather's will, she found herself having to stay deep in the heart of the state, which was where she'd met Seth Montgomery. Tall, lean and too darned attractive for his own good, Seth was a man of few words, and, to Claire, all of them seemed like an invitation. Perhaps the state had something to recommend itself after all? But Claire was only a temporary Texan: she was a fashion designer, not a rancher. After a year she had every intention of heading off into the sunset...didn't she? Heather Allison's previous Harlequin Romance, Undercover Lover, was given 4 ½ stars-rating exceptional by Romantic Times. HITCHED!
A Temporary Texas Arrangement (Lockharts Lost & Found #8)
by Cathy Gillen ThackerSometimes unexpected circumstancesBecome the best of dreams come true. When widower Noah Lockhart offers veterinarian Tess Gardner a place to live until her reno is complete, she accepts. Tess falls hard for Noah, his three adorable daughters, their pregnant pet miniature donkey and life at the Welcome Ranch. Noah has sworn off love forever, yet Tess has him rethinking that vow—and considering another! Until a past trauma revisits, and Noah and Tess find themselves rethinking everything…From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness.Lockharts Lost & Found Book 1: His Plan for the QuintupletsBook 2: Four Christmas MatchmakersBook 3: The Twin ProposalBook 4: Their Texas TripletsBook 5: Their Texas Christmas GiftBook 6: The Triplets' Secret WishBook 7: Their Texas Christmas MatchBook 8: A Temporary Texas Arrangement
Temporary to Tempted (The Bachelor Pact #2)
by Jessica LemmonWhen her boss agreed to be her fake date at her sister’s wedding, she didn’t know they’d end up in bed! Only in this Bachelor Pact novel from Jessica Lemmon. “I can’t catch another bouquet without a date.” Even if that date turns out to be the boss! Desperate not to be single at her sister’s wedding, hot shot consultant Andrea Payne offers to pay a total stranger at a bar to be her date! That doesn’t end well, especially when she shows up at her new job and finds the total stranger is her new boss, Gage Fleming. He’d hired her sight unseen, and he’s just as surprised as she is. But he’s amused too, and he needs Andy’s help with his business. So he agrees to help her, and be her plus one. And that’s when the trouble starts. Because underneath the fake date arrangement, there’s real passion. Ending up in bed together is bad enough—having to see him every day at the office may prove too much for her heart. Andy can’t help but daydream that she’ll be the one throwing the next bouquet. If only she could tempt Gage to share the fantasy… Love triumphs for these wealthy bachelors in the Bachelor Pact series. Book 1: Best Friends, Secret Lovers Book 2: Temporary to Tempted Book 3: One Night, White Lies Book 4: Christmas Seduction
Temporary Wife
by Joan KilbyVeronique Dutot and Burton O'Rourke—-each has something the other needs. Veronique is a talented chef, while Burton happens to need a chef for a new cooking show he's about to produce. Veronique, on the other hand, needs her visa extended so she can live in Vancouver near her former mother-in-law. Burton proposes an old-fashioned solution to their very modern problems. A temporary marriage. A marriage of convenience. Veronique accepts—-although there's nothing temporary or convenient about the way she's starting to feel.
The Temporary Wife: A Forever Love Story (InterMix)
by Jeannie MoonIt was an offer she couldn't refuse...from a man she couldn't resist. Kindergarten teacher Megan Rossi is devoted to being a mother to her best friend's five-year-old daughter, Molly. When the child was orphaned, Meg became the little girl's legally named guardian--over the objections of Molly's wealthy grandparents, the Campbells. Now the Campbells are petitioning for custody, and Meg is faced with a long and expensive legal battle. The last thing she expects is for her former high school boyfriend--and the Campbells' estranged son--to offer a solution: marriage.Billionaire software developer Jason Campbell knows his parents don't have Molly's best interests at heart--it's all about control for them. There is one way he can ensure that his sister's last wishes are honored. He will offer Meg the protection of his name and lawyers until the custody arrangement has been finalized , then he'll secure his niece's future with a very generous divorce settlement. Jason's considered all the scenarios, except one--that the sparks that once flew between he and Meg might reignite a burning passion. And that his confirmed bachelor heart might just melt away from the heat...
The Temporary Wife/A Promise of Spring
by Mary BaloghIn two classic tales of Regency-era romance from New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh, the vagaries of love have a way of challenging the most convenient arrangements. THE TEMPORARY WIFEMiss Charity Duncan has no illusions about Lord Anthony Earheart's proposal. The arrogant aristocrat has made it painfully clear what he wants: a wife who will enrage the father he despises and then disappear from his life. In exchange, Charity's family will receive the money they desperately need. But after Charity agrees to this mockery of matrimony, she soon discovers a startling fact: She has fallen for Anthony, and breaking their marriage vows may also break her heart. A PROMISE OF SPRINGGrace Howard has every reason to be devoted to Sir Peregrine Lampman. After all, the gallant gentleman rescued her from poverty by making her his bride. Even more nobly, he did not withdraw his affection after she confessed to a youthful folly that had compromised her virtue. But Grace did not tell the whole truth about the handsome lord who betrayed her--and now the one thing she's kept from Perry threatens to destroy her last chance at true love.From the Paperback edition.
Temporary Wife Temptation: His Forbidden Kiss (kiss And Tell) / Temporary Wife Temptation (the Heirs Of Hansol) (The Heirs of Hansol #1)
by Jayci LeeMuch more than he bargained for…“You want me to find you a wife?”“No. I want you to be my wife.”Garrett Song is this close to taking the reins of his family’s LA fashion empire…until the Song matriarch insists he marry her handpicked bride first. To block her matchmaking, he recruits Natalie Sobol to pose as his wife. She needs a fake spouse as badly as he does. But when passion burns down their chaste agreement, the flames could destroy them all…
Tempt Me: A Hot Billionaire Workplace Romance (Filthy Rich Billionaires #3)
by Caitlin CrewsTurn up the heat with the scandalous final installment in the Filthy Rich Billionaires trilogy by USA TODAY bestselling author Caitlin Crews. This independent woman has found her match…and she can’t get enough!Rory Morton has thrown away her wealthy parents’ expectations to make her own way in the world—she has no time for societal rules or arrogant rich folk. So when she meets her new billionaire boss, Conrad Vanderburg, nobody is more surprised than her by the irresistible chemistry between them.Rory is a challenging employee at the best of times—but as soon as she and Conrad give in to the intense attraction between them, she becomes tantalizingly submissive and desperate to please. Try as she might, Rory can’t keep her hands off him, and soon she doesn’t want to.It doesn’t take long for Rory to realize her wild desire for Conrad is more than just physical. His raw hunger for her makes her yield to him completely, yet their electrifying encounters leave her feeling empowered by her own surrender. But can Rory trust him with her heart as well as her body?Harlequin DARE publishes sexy romances featuring powerful alpha males and bold, fearless heroines exploring their deepest fantasies.
Tempt Me
by Caroline CrossHe was chained to her bed. Ex-Army Ranger John Taggert Steele couldn't believe the pretty little mess he was in. The case should have been easy: Track down runaway murder witness Genevieve Bowen and return her to police custody. But somehow he ended up shackled to the sassy brunette's bed--and rather than thinking how to get out of it, he was sorely tempted to get Genevieve in it so he could teach her a much-needed lesson in domination. Because one way or another he'd regain control, and show her what happens when you play with a desperate man's heart.
Tempt Me
by Shiloh WalkerTempt me... She's a temptation he can't resist... Roxanne 'Rocki' Monroe's life is full of secrets and hidden heartaches. Cole Stanton would love to get closer, but he knows she's a complication he doesn't have room for in his life. Or so he thinks. It doesn't take Cole long to realize that what he has and what he needs are two different things...and what he needs is Rocki.
Tempt Me Again
by Wendy EtheringtonWhen nerdy Andrea Palmer discovers her high school crush is back in town as sheriff, she only has one thing on her mind--a steamy night of sizzling sex. Sure, he may have turned her down in high school, but she's got a fantasy to fulfill and Tyler Landry's the only officer For The job. Tyler can't believe how much Andrea has changed. Sexy, sultry and passionate, he can't get her out of his head. Too bad he doesn't deserve her. The town may think he's a hero, but he's got a secret that could destroy everything. . . .
Tempt Me at Midnight
by Maureen SmithLexi Austin is living a fantasy. At the stroke of midnight, in the most romantic country in the world, a masked stranger sweeps her into his arms. But when the man turns out to be Quentin Reddick, Lexi's best friend since college, the celebrity chef knows she's in trouble. He may be the most irresistible man on the planet, but the powerhouse attorney is also the world's hardest partying bachelor. The sensual woman he kissed on New Year's Eve is a world away from the fast-talking tomboy Quentin always thought of as a kid sister. Back home in Atlanta, he plans to show Lexi that he's a one-woman man. As desire reignites-even hotter than before-he'll tempt her with his passion. Seduce her with his love. And together, they'll ring in the new year-and every year-in each other's arms....
Tempt Me at Twilight (The Hathaways #3)
by Lisa KleypasPoppy Hathaway is in love with a man whose family considers her beneath him. When she catches the attention of a hotel owner who connives to marry her, she is furious. Can he win her heart?
Tempt Me at Twilight: Mine Till Midnight, Seduce Me At Sunrise, Tempt Me At Twilight, Married By Morning, And Love In The Afternoon (The Hathaways #3)
by Lisa KleypasFrom the New York Times bestselling author Lisa Kleypas comes a stunning novel about two opposites in every way - except when it comes to desire . . . perfect for fans of Sarah MacLean, Julia Quinn and Eloisa James. 'Lisa Kleypas is the best' Sarah MacLean He was everything she'd sworn to avoid . . .Poppy Hathaway loves her unconventional family, though she longs for normalcy. Then fate leads to a meeting with Harry Rutledge, an enigmatic hotel owner and inventor with wealth, power and a dangerous hidden life. When their flirtation compromises her reputation, Poppy shocks everyone by accepting his proposal - only to find that her new husband offers his passion, but not his trust.And she was everything he needed . . .Harry was willing to do anything to win Poppy - except open his heart. All his life, he's held the world at arm's length . . . but the sharp, beguiling Poppy demands to be his wife in every way that matters. Still, as desire grows between them, an enemy lurks in the shadows. Now if Harry wants to keep Poppy by his side, he must forge a true union of body and soul, once and for all . . . 'Kleypas can make you laugh and cry - on the same page' Julia Quinn The Hathaways: Mine Till Midnight Seduce Me at Sunrise Tempt Me at Twilight Married by Morning Love in the AfternoonPraise for Lisa Kleypas:'Lushly sexy and thoroughly romantic . . . superbly crafted characters and an intriguing plot blend together brilliantly in this splendid romance' Booklist 'Intricately and elegantly crafted, intensely romantic . . . from a not-to-be-missed romance author' Kirkus Reviews'Witty, often hilarious, and delightfully passionate' Library Journal, starred review'Readers are introduced to the unforgettable characters and their original personalities through a delightful storyline peppered with sharp repartee and steamy sensuality' RT Book Reviews (top pick)'An unforgettable story peopled with remarkable characters and a depth of emotion that will leave you breathless' Romantic Times BOOKreviews'Is it possible to give a book 6 stars? . . . [This] story has all of the forbidden romance, witty banter, and sigh-inducing declarations of love that you deserve' That's Normal
Tempt Me Eternally
by Gena ShowalterThe huntress becomes the hunted in this sizzling paranormal romance from New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Gena Showalter, now available as a stand-alone ebook!With only skin-to-skin contact, Aleaha Love can change her appearance, assuming any identity. As an AIR (Alien Investigation and Removal) agent, her newest mission is to capture a group of otherworldly warriors. So imagine her surprise when the hunter becomes the hunted, and she's taken captive by dangerously seductive Breean, a golden-skinned, iron-willed commander, who threatens everything Aleaha stands for--and makes her want to be only herself, for the first time in her life.
Tempt Me If You Can (Sinclair Brothers #2)
by Janet ChapmanThe second book in the Sinclaire Brothers trilogy from Janet Chapman.He&’ll play by her rules until she falls for him...hook, line and sinker. When an anonymous letter stuns shipping magnate and confirmed bachelor Ben Sinclair with the news that he has a teenage son, he's determined to make good on the past. But Emma Sands doesn't trust him. The beautiful, fiery blonde has raised her nephew in the peaceful woods of Maine since he was five, and just because fifteen-year-old Michael is the spitting image of his tall, handsome father doesn't give Ben the right to march in and change their lives forever. Or so she thinks, until his return mysteriously unearths a dangerous small-town secret. With Michael's help, Ben will do whatever it takes to prove to fiercely independent Emma that he can be the fearless protector she never knew she wanted... and the passionate lover she always thought she could resist.
Tempt Me in Vegas: The Billionaire's Twins Tempt Me In Vegas Rancher Untamed (Mills And Boon Desire Ser. #8)
by Maureen ChildUSA TODAY bestselling authorThis billionaire doesn’t play well with others…Until he meets her!Cooper Hayes won’t share his hotel empire, especially not with his business partner’s secret daughter—even if Terri Ferguson is the most beautiful woman in Vegas. He’s obsessed with sinful fantasies—and buying her out. But Terri refuses his offer…while she shares his bed. With enemies working against them, how far will Cooper go for a love that money can’t buy?