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| Someone to Trust by Mary BaloghIntroducing: Lady Elizabeth Overfield, widow and survivor of an abusive marriage and Colin Handrich, the newly titled Lord Hodges.
What happens: Although they're well-suited and wish to wed, Elizabeth and Colin agree that they cannot marry each other. Why not? She's 35, and he's 26. (Just think of the scandal!)
Why you might like it: Featuring an older woman/younger man pairing, this fifth Westcott novel is also a moving friends-to-lovers romance that unfolds against a Yuletide backdrop. |
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| A Duke Changes Everything by Christy CarlyleWhat it's about: Unbeknownst to many, London casino owner Nicholas Lyon is also the second son of a duke. When he unexpectedly inherits the title and estate he never wanted, Nicholas meets his steward, Mina Thorne, and begins to reconsider.
Series alert: This steamy and engaging Victorian romance is the first book in the Duke's Den series.
For fans of: cardsharps and casino owners who gamble on love and play for keeps such as those found in Sarah MacLean's Rules of Scoundrels series or Caroline Linden's Wagers of Sin novels. |
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| My Favorite Half-Night Stand by Christina LaurenWhat happens: After criminology professor Millie Morris enjoys a "half-night stand" with friend Reid Campbell, they agree it's better to remain friends. But when Millie stumbles into an online flirtation with Reid (under a different name), things heat up quickly.
Author alert: Christina Lauren has won fans with witty looks at modern love in Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating.
Reviewers say: My Favorite Half-Night Stand is "a messy and sexy look at digital dating that feels fresh and exciting" (Publishers Weekly). |
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| Their Perfect Melody by Priscilla OliverasWhat it's about: Summoned to a client's home during a domestic violence incident, victim's advocate Lilí Fernandez clashes with sexy Officer Diego Reyes. Although she chafes at his overprotective manner, she admires his commitment to familia and community.
Series alert: Their Perfect Melody concludes the Matched to Perfection series which begins with His Perfect Partner.
For fans of: Alexis Daria's Dance Off series and Sabrina Sol's Delicious Desires novels. |
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| Pleasured by You by Elle WrightStarring: Bryson Wells, who returns to Wellspring, Michigan, to say goodbye to his (estranged) dying father, and Jordan Clark, who has put her educational plans on hold to care for her ailing grandfather.
What happens: Back in town for the first time since he left for college, Bryson hooks up with his high school crush, Jordan. Neither wants a serious relationship, but then Jordan learns she's pregnant.
Series alert: Pleasured by You is the third book in the Wellspring series. Bryson's siblings find their happily-ever-afters in Touched by You and Enticed by You. |
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Colton Baby Rescue
by Marie Ferrarella
What it's about: Carson Gahe has a crime to solve--the murder of his brother--and his number one suspect is his archenemy, Serena Colton. The Coltons and Gages have feuded for generations; Carson is convinced the cowgirl is hiding his prime suspect on her ranch. But the beauty and her baby stir unwelcome yearnings in his calloused heart. After all, Carson has learned the hard way what vulnerability can cost. Then Serena and her child become targets. Can an irresistible attraction prove stronger than old family hatreds and help them capture a criminal?
Series alert: This book is the first in The Coltons of Red Ridge series for this award-winning author.
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| The Most Dangerous Duke in London by Madeline HunterWhat it's about: Adam Penrose, Duke of Stratton, has sworn revenge against the family of his late father's enemy, the recently deceased Earl of Marwood. Then he meets Marwood's daughter Clara who sees right through his ardent suitor act.
Why you might like it: This first book in the Decadent Dukes series subverts the "revenge by seduction" trope by introducing a fiercely independent heroine with no desire to wed.
Reviewers say: this Georgian romance is "chock-full of sensuality and spiced with mystery" (Publishers Weekly). |
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The Art of Sinning
by Sabrina Jeffries
Introducing: American artist Jeremy Keane who is planning to paint a masterpiece and striking Lady Yvette Barlow from a protective family.
What happens: Jeremy needs a muse, but Yvette will only pose for him on one condition; he must be her guide to London's brothels as she searches for a missing woman. There are so many ways for this harebrained scheme to end in scandal that it's a question of when, not if.
Series alert: This engaging and steamy novel is the first book in the Sinful Suitors series.
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Surrender at Sunset
by Jamie Pope
What it's about: Miami superstar shortstop Carlos Bradley has retreated from the world after a possible career-ending injury. He decides to hire a designer to restore his secluded island mansion to its former glory. Completely different from the women Carlos has known, interior decorator Virginia Andersen captivates him with her infectious spirit. She can't believe her new employer is a baseball legend. Virginia soon finds herself sharing the irresistible playboy's bed.
Series alert: Surrender at Sunset is the first of the Tropical Destiny series followed by Kissed by Christmas.
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| Hate to Want You by Alisha RaiWhat it's about: Once a year, Nicholas Chandler and Olivia Kane meet up for a night of passion. Obviously, their feuding families can never find out about their annual "sex marathon." Obviously, they will.
Why you might like it: Angsty and erotic, this opening installment of the Forbidden Hearts series boasts a diverse cast and a sensitive depiction of its heroine's struggles with depression.
Want a taste? "Love rarely conquered all, the true villains almost always went unpunished, and happily ever afters? Ha." |
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