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I love my job. So, when a grumpy grouch wants to shut us down, I’m ready for the fight of my life. I was heading for serious career burnout until my dream job came true. Making pralines for a living has been the best thing that’s ever happened to me. So, it comes as quite a shock when I find out that the owner wants to shut down the LeBlanc-Broussard confectionery because it’s not profitable. My hope is that I can win him over. Once he realizes how integral the confectionery is to the city, to the very makeup of New Orleans he’s bound to agree, right?

I won't fall for my ex, even if I move in with him…famous last words. Conned out of my business I have no other choice but to move back home to Chicago. I’m determined to rebuild everything, but I’m so broke that I can’t even afford to pay rent.

After Serena's boyfriend of six years abruptly leaves her, she indulges in mountains of chocolate. When that doesn't mend her broken heart, her friends convince her that a night out is just what the doctor ordered. That night she meets James. The encounter is breathtaking. Electrifying. And best not repeated. James is a man who has amassed a fortune by taking risks. He's charming, seductive, and looking for fun. He's the exact opposite of Serena. But sometimes opposites attract. Sometimes they give in to burning passion. But are they meant for each other?

Reese Maxwell meets her happy-ever-after in Layla Hagen's latest. What starts as a pretend romance soon turns into so much more...Newly divorced Dominic Waldorf is the most coveted bachelor in Chicago. At least, that’s what he thinks. I’d describe him as more of a Neanderthal with a really nice backside. When I accidentally spill champagne on him at a charity event, he accuses me of hitting on him. Then later, I run into him in an empty coat room, and he’s convinced.

She’s too damn hot, but also rude and unprofessional... yet that doesn’t stop me from becoming her fake boyfriend. I pride myself on never doubting my decisions. It’s why my business runs so smoothly. But when a disgruntled supplier tracks me down, and I discover that she lost business because of me, I’m determined to make things right. First step—I invite Georgie to a Mardi Gras party, to wave the proverbial white flag.

Jessica Haydn loves her life. She moved to London, the city of her dreams, and she's working hard to prove herself at her new job. Dating isn't on her radar, and a certain irresistible Brit with too much swagger isn't her type anyway, or so she keeps telling herself. He's ridiculously hot, with that irresistible smile and those custom-made suits. She should stay away from him. Only he wants her just as much as she wants him.

I've always relished being a man of mystery. My LA hotel empire is public, but my private life as plain old Reid Davenport stays that way. Right up until it doesn't, and the tabloids threaten not just my privacy, but that of my family. I'd do anything to protect them from the limelight. But must it involve Hailey, the fiery PR consultant I can't stop fantasizing about? Hailey Connor keeps warning me she won't take on an uncooperative client. So why is she so compelled to help me?

I’m Nick Whitley, CEO of Whitley Sports Industries. I’m a bonafide bachelor, and never intended to settle down. But I’m also a dependable kind of guy and do what’s right when I can. So when my best friend and his wife pass away, leaving behind their twins, I do everything possible to help out their aunt—Allison . She’s gorgeous and funny and someone I enjoy being around. I even propose marriage when the kids’ grandparents unexpectedly contest the custody. It’s the only way Allison can win.

It all starts as pretend. To everyone else, Hunter is the most powerful man in New York. Respected by his associates and feared by his competitors. But to me? He's just my best friend. my sexy-as-hell best friend. It was easy to agree to help him fake a romance. After all, who knows him like I do? Convincing his tight-knit family takes a little more: An unexpected kiss that makes my skin sizzle, my knees go weak. Before I know it, our banter turns to flirting and Hunter's hell-bent on charming me. On our first night together, we barely keep our hands off each other.

Dani has her future all planned out. She's not the type to fall for a bad boy, no matter how panty-melting his grin is or how shamelessly he flirts. But Damon draws her in and slowly, she uncovers the secrets he hides: underneath his arrogance lies a lonely soul, his flirting smile masks despair. Damon arrives in Dani's life against his will. His father insisted he change high schools right in his senior year. He can't wait to turn 18 and be in charge of his own life. He knows he should stay away from Dani, but she's so lovely he just can't keep himself from gravitating around her.

Museum curator Summer Bennett knows that happily ever afters are not make-believe. After all, her siblings all found their soul mates, so she's optimistic her Prince Charming will come along too...eventually. In the meantime, she focuses on her job and her volunteering - which brings her face-to-face with one of Hollywood's hottest A-listers. When Alexander Westbrook flashes America's favorite panty-melting smile, Summer's entire body responds.

Cole Winchester loves being one of the most popular bachelors in New York. He values his freedom and all the perks it comes with. But when he notices Laney Smith at the restaurant where he’s celebrating his most recent business deal, he can’t look away. Everything from her curves to her humor and easy smile completely captivates him. Laney’s sole focus for the past few years has been her surgical residency. Her work is her passion and her refuge. Laney has loved and lost, and she can’t open up again, despite trying her best.

Tess Winchester loves her life. Her family is growing with new nieces and nephews for her to spoil. And her lingerie business is really taking off, so in order to keep up with demand she needs more capital. Though Tess had always dreamed about finding Mr. Right, and having a family of her own, dating hasn’t been easy so working extra hours is never a problem.

Je sais ce que les gens disent de moi. Eric Callahan, "Le Requin". Ce titre me reflète à la perfection. Je suis un homme puissant. Mon sens aigu des affaires m'a valu ce surnom. Ma façade est mon armure. Sous cette couche de protection, je cache tout l'amour que j'ai pour ma fille. Depuis que sa mère est morte, je lui consacre ma vie. Développer mon entreprise sur la côte ouest est une façon de m'assurer de lui réserver l'héritage qu'elle mérite. Et c'est tout ce que je prévois de faire pendant nos trois mois à San Francisco.

Je sais ce que pensent les gens lorsqu'ils entendent le nom Sebastian Bennett. Déterminé. Impitoyable. Responsable d'un empire commercial. De l'extérieur, je semble invincible. En privé, par contre, ma famille est une priorité. Mes parents. Mes huit, oui huit, frères et sœurs. Chacun d'entre eux ne cesse de me harceler pour que je me range et que je me marie. J'ai beau être invincible, je n'arrive pas à leur échapper. Peu importe le nombre incalculable de fois où je leur ai expliqué patiemment que je ne crois pas en l'amour. C'était sans compter sur Ava Lindt.

Tout le monde connaît mes priorités. Logan Bennett, fidèle à ma famille et à mon entreprise. Je n'ai pas le temps pour l'amour. Je n'en ai pas l'envie. Pas depuis l'échec de mes fiançailles qui m'a laissé le cœur brisé. Les histoires d'amour, c'est fini pour moi. Puis Nadine Hawthorne débarque dans ma vie, même si elle n'a pas la moindre idée qu'elle va tout bouleverser. Elle se la joue "Oh, je me concentre sur ma boutique de vêtements", et "je ne peux pas me permettre de me laisser distraire", comme si ce n'était pas elle qui me distrayait de tout le reste.

In Sachen Romantik könnten sie nicht gegensätzlicher sein: Lori Connor ist Hochzeitsplanerin aus Leidenschaft und macht jede Trauung zu einem unvergesslichen Fest. Sportmanager Graham hingegen glaubt seit seiner Scheidung nicht mehr an die Ehe. Ausgerechnet er soll Trauzeuge seiner besten Freunde sein, die auch Lori engagiert haben. Als Graham der charmanten Dreißigjährigen zum ersten Mal begegnet, funkt es sofort. Je mehr Zeit sie während der Hochzeitsvorbereitungen miteinander verbringen, desto tiefer werden ihre Gefühle.

Ein Diamant verzaubert durch seinen Glanz, aber Blumen sprechen die Sprache der Liebe! Nie hätte Maddie Jennings sich träumen lassen, dass ihr neues Gartenprojekt in L.A. ihr Leben verändern könnte. Doch als die frisch getrennte Landschaftsarchitektin im Haus ihrer Auftraggeberin Valentina Connor auf deren Bruder Landon trifft, ist es um sie geschehen.

Auf dem Eis fliegen die Funken. Tyler Maxwell ist der aufstrebende Eishockeystar bei den Chicago Blades. Um sein Image nach einem öffentlichen Fehltritt wieder aufzupolieren, erklärt er sich bereit, an einem Wohltätigkeitsprogramm teilzunehmen. Doch er hat nicht damit gerechnet, dass Kendra, die Koordinatorin des Programms, so verführerisch heiß ist. Tyler darf seinen guten Ruf nicht noch einmal gefährden und versucht, jedem Flirt aus dem Weg zu gehen. Leichter gesagt, als getan, denn auch Kendra ist hin und weg von dem attraktiven Sportler.

Die große Liebe ist stärker als jede Vernunft. Um ihre Eltern finanziell zu unterstützen, beschließt Grundschullehrerin Lexi, in den Sommerferien als Kindermädchen zu arbeiten. Sie bewirbt sich auf eine Stelle bei dem reichen Wein-Unternehmer und alleinerziehenden Vater Tate Maxwell. Nach einem holprigen Vorstellungsgespräch stellt er sie tatsächlich ein, und danach funkt es sofort zwischen den beiden. Lexi versucht, ihre Gefühle zu unterdrücken, da Tate ihr Chef ist.