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From their first encounter, Cruz "The Butcher" Merada and Zafira Wilder's meticulously laid plans were shot to hell. He's a charmingly persuasive player, a keeper of sinful promises, who's used to getting what he wants. She's resilient, determined, and nobody's pushover. They know a relationship between them would never work; however, it's only a matter of time before they risk giving in to their desires. Soon, they're spiraling out of control in a tangled web of heartstrings and treachery. If they're smart, they'll call it quits and walk away before someone gets hurt.

The unexpected events of summer promise to be as hot as the heat itself in Chatham, New Mexico, for identical twin brothers Ransom and Harley Lawson. One is being groomed to lead by birthright in the Immortals MC while the other will challenge that generations-old rule for the greater good and survival of the club and their brotherhood. Inseparable since birth, the brothers have never let anything or anyone come between them until a returning ex-con club member and the arrival of a beautiful stranger cause their worlds to shift and their priorities right along with them.

Blake never expected to meet beautiful women while studying archaeology — let alone a stunning Valkyrie. Dying was a bit of a bummer, but the chance to see Asgard with his own eyes was well worth it. Blake found himself one of the few, modern mortals found worthy of Valhalla, earning him the interest of the gorgeous battle maidens.

I’m a witch with a business to run. The last thing I need is Orson, head of security for the Howling Death pack, arrogantly striding into my bar like he owns the place. This werewolf gets me hot and bothered, but not like that. It doesn’t matter how low his growl is, or how arresting his eyes are. He’s a prick and I just deal with him because his pack is in charge. But when a dragon shifter corners me into making a dangerous potion, the prickly wolf might be the only one who can help me save our small community.

Loyalties and priorities are put to the test for star-crossed lovers Willamina "Billy" Stanton and Ransom Lawson once more. When dueling lifestyles and family obligations threaten the happiness they've worked tirelessly to build since the day they met, the end appears inevitable. Tough choices have a trickledown effect, sending Billy and Ransom into a tailspin that will forever alter life as they currently know it. Will Rage and Claudia be able to hang on to their newfound happiness?

I didn't want this woman to be my nanny. She had no experience and a failed art career. What did she know about rearing children? She was my late wife's choice, and I didn't too much care for the woman, and she didn't care for me, either. Until all hell broke loose and the nanny was the only one my son could turn to. The only one we could rely on. She kept us going, and then she wanted to leave, too. Not a damn chance.

Filled to the brim with far-out facts, this wickedly informative narrative from the author of National Geographic's popular Gory Details blog takes us on a fascinating journey through an astonishing new reality. Blending humor and journalism in the tradition of Mary Roach, acclaimed science reporter Erika Engelhaupt investigates the gross, strange, and morbid absurdities of our bodies and our universe.

For Fallon Wayland, birthdays are just another reminder of her looming spinsterhood. This year is shaping up to be no different. Fired from her job, dumped by her boyfriend, and oh yes, witnessing the murder of a high-ranking lieutenant in the local crime family. Ever since a disastrous, hot-as-hell kiss years ago, soldier-turned-security specialist Shane Roarke has avoided his baby sister's reckless—and gorgeous—best friend. Yet when her life is threatened after she witnesses a gang hit, he insists on protecting her...even if she objects.

Following the path of Sebastien, Sean, and Benji Bennett isn't an easy feat. Too bad life has a way of dismantling your world, leaving you to figure things out on your own. Tavious is the youngest member of the Bennett family, making his way through a maze full of roadblocks. Is he ready to step into the footsteps of those who paved the way before him? He's a recent college graduate ready to take his profession by storm, but will he take this walk alone or have a willing companion by his side?

Outspoken and more than capable of backing up her words, loan officer, Denise Buhari, is finally back on her feet after years of rebuilding her life following a horrible marriage and divorce. But just when she is ready to head into a future she's sure will be bright, the rug is pulled out from under her again.

From their first meeting, awareness sprang between them. Pretending it didn't exist was impossible. Yet, it didn't stop Guy Keetoowah-Marquez from coveting the attention of the one woman in the world that he could never have. The moment Miguel brought Fern home and she met his younger brother, it confirmed what she'd already known. Her marriage had been a mistake. Harboring the guilty feelings and her growing connection to Guy ate Fern alive as she tried valiantly not to fall further from grace and be the best wife possible, given the circumstances.

When I smelled the enemy in our territory, my wolf nearly tore her apart. But instead of a vampire, I found a human female. Shaken, starving, and afraid. In need of protection. My protection. Once the vampire stink is washed off her, she smells divine. Her scent calls to me like nothing else ever has, driving my instincts to keep her safe.

How do you deal with another woman coming to your wedding and confessing she's already married to your fiance and carrying his child? That was Jordyn's reality. After her world was turned upside down, she's encouraged by her best friend to still go to Cabo for a week stay to get over her heartbreak. What Jordyn wasn't expecting was running into her high school crush. Newly single, NFL running back Amir Hamilton is the man most women would dream to have. When he takes a vacation to Cabo to let loose before the upcoming season, he didn't expect to meet the shy beauty in a drunken state.

Best-selling novelists Hillary Jordan and Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan present an elegant, international anthology of erotica that explores the diverse spectrum of desire, written by winners of the Pulitzer Prize, National Book Award, PEN Awards, the Women’s Prize for Fiction, Edgar Award, and more. There are stories of sexual obsession and sexual love, of domination and submission. There’s revenge sex, unrequited sex, funny sex, tortured sex, fairy tale sex, and even sex in the afterlife.

Mystery, crime, and grit surrounded his family, often bringing power-hungry enemies right to his doorstep. Never one to back down from any opposition, he often stood victorious. But this new threat is something different and not at all one he is prepared for until an old love comes to save him.

Billionaire CEO Alexander Wolfe has spent years putting in 120-hour weeks in the office and adding zeroes to his net worth. But lately, work has left him feeling burnt-out and uninspired. Then, he is given the chance to go head-to-head with a legendary corporate raider and the man he’d idolized his entire career. He seizes the opportunity, immediately jumping on a plane for Barbados to close the deal in person.

Juniper Baker knows what loving someone who doesn't reciprocate that same love feels like. At seventeen-years-old, she was able to bounce back by finding solace in the people who loved her most. Ten years later, Juniper finds herself at a crossroads when the charming Brandon Morris reenters the picture, evoking emotions she's buried to the forefront. As the two reconnect, their past and present collide, leaving Juniper emotionally spent and ready to throw in the towel. But Brandon has other plans for her.

I thought I finally had my life figured out. Fate? Destiny? I know mine. But one afternoon questioned everything I thought I knew. Then it happened. Dr. Jason Dupree crashed into my life. His eyes linger on me longer than they should in polite company. You see, there is nothing polite about him. He's arrogant and overconfident. His touch? It's my undoing. I let him know in no uncertain terms that he is not the man for me. He is not my destiny. And his reaction? Totally unexpected.

I died a woman and woke up a monster. Now the only vampire who cares for me is exactly who I should run from. I’ve been turned against my will and can’t stand the idea of drinking blood. When Novak finds me, I’m half dead and starving. He’s the reclusive, sole vampire of Rathka’s Order, a cursed clan that’s nearly extinct. But he takes me in. Gives me shelter… and looks at me like I’m someone worth keeping. When the vampires who turned me find out, they’re pissed. Because of a centuries-old feud, I have to sneak away to see Novak.