Sultry Nights

Mistress to the Merciless Millionaire Ten years ago Tiarnan humiliatingly rejected Kate. Now a famous model, she can have any man. So why does she want the cold-hearted millionaire? Kate knows he can’t give her true love. But as the sultry nights close in she sees hints of a different man beneath the hard exterior…The Savakis MistressWhen Damon Savakis’ arch enemy, Manolis, loses his fortune, Damon wastes no time in taking the ultimate revenge – forcing Manolis’s niece, Callie, to become his mistress! But he’s unprepared for her bravery, poise and purity. She’s paid her dues as his mistress…he’ll take her as his willing wife!Ruthless Tycoon, Inexperienced MistressWhen Cesar Caretti meets innocent Jude, her pure beauty sets his Spanish blood on fire. But when a night of passion results in a baby, there is only one option for Cesar – marriage! And as he is a Caretti, his proposal is not a question…it’s a command!

‘Snort up “Cocaine Nights”. It’s disorientating, deranging and knocks the work of other avant-garde writers into a hatted cock’ Will SelfFive people die in an unexplained house fire in the Spanish resort of Estrella de Mar, an exclusive enclave for the rich, retired British, centred on the thriving Club Nautico. The club manager, Frank Prentice, pleads guilty to charges of murder – yet not even the police believe him. When his Charles arrives to unravel the truth, he gradually discovers that behind the resort’s civilized fa?ade flourishes a secret world of crime, drugs and illicit sex.At once an engrossing mystery and a novel of ideas, ‘Cocaine Nights’ is a stunningly original work, a vision of a society coming to terms with a life of almost unlimited leisure.This edition is part of a new commemorative series of Ballard’s works, featuring introductions from a number of his admirers (including Neil Gaiman, Zadie Smith, John Lanchester and Martin Amis) and brand-new cover designs.

Diamonds, desire & a mistress in his bedThe Mistress AssignmentTo teach the man who betrayed her friend a lesson, cautious Kelly reluctantly takes on the role of sultry femme fatale. Brough is contemptuous of Kelly’s seemingly provocative ways, yet he’s intrigued. Mistress of ConvenienceLucas insists that Suzy is a security risk! And to safeguard his mission, the tough millionaire forces her to pose as his mistress. In a luxurious Italian villa, it isn’t long before desire reaches boiling point!Mistress to Her HusbandKate arrives for a regular day at the office but the new managing director is none other than her ex-husband, Sean! Their desire is still simmering and soon Kate’s sleeping with the boss!

Vows, veils & hot wedding nights Woman to Wed? Taking on one last family task, Brad enters wary Claire’s well-ordered life. She provokes him, intrigues him, angers and excites him because he is sure that passion hides just below her calm surface…Best Man to Wed?James taunts Poppy that she should find herself a real man and leave her adolescent dreams behind. He can show her just what real passion is about. But he will not be used as a substitute for his brother.Too Wise to Wed? Star is cynical about marriage, whereas Kyle is opposed to sex without emotional commitment. Star’s frustrated that Kyle won’t be seduced. Is it because he’s her temporary boss, or is he holding out for the one thing she won’t give?

Return to USA TODAY bestselling author Christie Ridgway's Crescent Cove, California, where the magic of summer can last forever…Combat medic Vance Smith made a promise to a fallen officer: to treat the man’s young daughter to an idyllic vacation at Beach House No. 9. One month, some sun and surf, a “helmet list” of activities to check off, and Vance will move on. But the “little girl” he’s expecting turns out to be a full grown woman.With silky hair, big brown eyes, and smelling sweetly of the cupcakes she makes for her mobile bakery, Layla Parker is irresistible. And Vance shouldn't lay a finger on her. Honor—and one heck of a scarred heart—says so. To Layla, Vance is a hero who was injured trying to save her father’s life.She intends to spend their month of lazy days and warm nights taking very good care of the gorgeous soldier—inside and out . . .“Sexy, sassy, funny, and cool."–Library Journal on Crush on You

Three women… Three fantasies… Three scandalous nights!Quiet and sensible Ellie Smithson is a highly respectable photographer by day…but after dark she takes pictures of a more intimate nature… But when her far too attractive accountant becomes the subject of her next racy shoot can Ellie resist the temptation on display?When sexual adventurer Amber’s two favourite bed-mates get married – to each other! – she realises she’ll need to look elsewhere to get her thrills. Seducing one of the ushers into giving her a quick fix should do the trick…but when she’s caught in the act by Scott Smithson, her best friend’s dangerously handsome brother, she suddenly finds herself heading for a whole lot more fun…Spending her days living up to the divorced, 30-something control freak stereotype, Meredith is very happy to keep her secret night-time activity to herself… Because when the lights go out Meredith watches as a 20-something Adonis pleasures himself at his window following the instructions she has put through his letterbox! When their most daring fantasies come to life, can they ever go back to reality?Don't miss these three sizzling stories from Jane O'Reilly, perfect for fans of J.S.Cooper and Sabrina Paige.

Sizzling holiday fling. . . or the real thing? Serena’s Greek island holiday job suddenly improves when roguish pilot Pete arrives! He revels in the thrill of the chase, but never settles down. So one heady month later, what’s keeping Serena in his arms?In a week Alice is dumped and fired – if she hadn’t just won the lottery, she’d feel like the unluckiest woman alive! Then she bumps into gorgeous old flame Will Paxman on a tropical escape and it seems Alice’s luck is about to change…Cleo’s teenage crush is back in Melbourne. Jack Devlin used to treat her like a kid…now he’s treating her like a woman. She’s determined not to fall at his feet – or into his bed – but Jack has other ideas!

Holding out for a seriously hot heroPower Games…Rugged, protective Jonah barely knows Annie, but that doesn't stop him putting himself in the line of fire to save the pretty waitress from a ruthless killer. Convincing the stubborn single mum that she needs his protection 24/7 is a fiery battle of wills, as Annie struggles against having Jonah as her bodyguard. Succumbing to his charms, however, is another matter…and ProtectorsPretending to be Gillian's husband as part of a dangerous operation is undercover agent Mike's toughest assignment. Keeping his hands off the too-young, too-innocent new agent is almost impossible, especially when they're supposed to act like they're in love.But resisting temptation could be the only way to come home alive.

Proud, powerful & full of Mediterranean passionThe Mistress PurchaseIn the boardroom – and the bedroom – Leon was undefeated! He’d taken over one of France’s oldest perfume houses and the price included designer Sadie! Sadie was adamant he’d never own her, but he was intoxicating…The Demetrios Virgin Andreas needed a fianc?e and he’d decided on Saskia. Saskia knew her new boss thought she was some kind of seductress. Sharing a room in his family’s villa, she had to tell him she was a virgin… Marco’s Convenient WifeMarco needed a marriage of convenience to his baby’s English nanny, Alice! But secretly in love with Marco, for Alice the wedding was torture! Marco was all too willing to show passion in public – but what about in private…?

Dante: Claiming His Secret Love-Child by Sandra MartonGabriella Ramos-Viera fell for Dante's raw masculinity and ended up pregnant and alone–with no choice but to return home in shame.Tough corporate raider Dante Orsini has set his sights on a huge Brazilian ranch. However, he discovers it's to be inherited by Gabriella, the one woman he's never been able to forget…. But where's the New York career woman he once knew? And who's the dark-haired little boy who calls her Mommy?Playing the Dutiful Wife by Carol MarinelliLearning that the husband she'd tried to forget has spent the past year falsely imprisoned in Brazil and needs her to visit him is the last thing Meg Hamilton wants to hear. But she will play her part, in exchange for Niklas's signature on the divorce papers!Except she hadn't bargained on their mind-blowing connection being as undeniable as ever. Last time it led usually sensible Meg into a Vegas wedding chapel. This time the consequence of giving in to their chemistry will bind her to Niklas forever….Doctor's Guide to Dating in the Jungle by Tina BeckettRule #1–Don't flirt with your boss!Dr. Stevie Wilson knows the rules–but in Brazil, in the confines of their medical boat, she's finding it virtually impossible to keep away from her lethally attractive boss, Dr. Matt Palermo. Even their hammocks are on top of one another!Rule #2–Apply ridiculous amounts of insect repellent.This one's easier to follow, but that won't help to banish thoughts of the hunky Matt….Rule #3 is the biggest challenge of all–Never fall for a man who has buried his heart deep in the Amazon jungle!A Touch of Temptation by Tara PammiCool, calm and collected CEO Kimberly Stanton is following hot on the heels of her scandalous sister Olivia. Not only has she revealed her (very sudden!) pregnancy, but she has rocked the international business world with the shock announcement of her marriage to outrageous Brazilian bad-boy-tycoon Diego Pereira!If rumours of huge blowout arguments, bailout money for Kim's company and dark secrets are already besetting society's most notorious couple, who can say what lies ahead for these two lovers? One thing's for sure—it'll be so much fun watching!