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Perfect for fans of Maeve Binchy' – CandisWelcome to Cedar Cove – a small town with a big heart!For the first time all of the Cedar Cove series in one bundle! The ultimate indulgence of Debbie Macomber’s bestselling twelve Cedar Cove novels and two novellas.Including: 16 Lighthouse Road, 204 Rosewood Lane, 311 Pelican Court, 44 Cranberry Point, 50 Harbour Street, 5-B Poppy Lane, 6 Rainier Drive, 74 Seaside Avenue, 8 Sandpiper Way, A Cedar Cove Christmas, 92 Pacific Boulevard, 1022 Evergreen Place, 1105 Yakima Street and 1225 Christmas Tree Lane.Make time for friends. Make time for Debbie Macomber.

24 Regency society stories that will sweep you off your feet! With seduction, deception, proposals, mischief, innocence, temptation and revenge – these wicked heroes will leave you wanting more!Seduction in Regency Society Contains One Unashamed Night & One Illicit Night by Sophia JamesDeception in Regency Society Contains A Wicked Liaison & Lady Folbroke’s Delicious Deception by Christine MerrillProposals in Regency Society Contains Make-Believe Wife & The Homeless Heiress by Anne HerriesPride in Regency Society Contains Wicked Captain, Wayward Wife & The Earl’s Runaway Bride by Sarah MalloryMischief in Regency Society Contains To Catch a Rogue & To Deceive a Duke by Amanda McCabeInnocence in Regency Society Contains The Mysterious Miss M & Chivalrous Captain, Rebel Mistress by Diane GastonEnchanted in Regency Society Contains Wicked Rake, Defiant Mistress & The Gamekeeper’s Lady by Ann LethbridgeHeiress in Regency Society Contains The Defiant Debutante & From Governess to Society Bride by Helen DicksonPrejudice in Regency Society Contains An Impulsive Debutante & A Question of Impropriety by Michelle StylesForbidden in Regency Society Contains The Governess and the Sheikh & Rake with a Frozen Heart by Maguerite KayeTemptation in Regency Society Contains Unmasking the Duke’s Mistress & A Dark and Brooding Gentleman by Margaret McPheeRevenge in Regency Society Contains Brushed by Scandal & Courting Miss Vallois by Gail Whitiker

A Sexy Collection of stories from Mills & BoonMills & Boon favourites including Royal Stories and Historical fiction

A special collection of eight romance anthologies, containing twenty-four amazing novels, from some of our most popular writers.One Summer Night by Carol MarinelliAN INDECENT PROPOSITIONBEHOLDEN TO THE THRONEHERS FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY?Up Close and Personal by Lynn Raye HarrisCAPTIVE BUT FORBIDDENUNNOTICED AND UNTOUCHEDREVELATIONS OF THE NIGHT BEFORERich and Outrageous by Melanie MilburneHIS POOR LITTLE RICH GIRLDESERVING OF HIS DIAMONDS?ENEMIES AT THE ALTARHighly Unsuitable by Kate HewittMR AND MISCHIEFTHE DARKEST OF SECRETSTHE UNDOING OF DE LUCAIt Started With a Look by Miranda LeeAT HER BOSS’S BIDDINGBEDDED BY THE BOSSTHE MAN EVERY WOMAN WANTSIt Started With a Proposition by Miranda LeeBLACKMAILED INTO THE ITALIAN’S BEDCONTRACT WITH CONSEQUENCESTHE PASSION PRICEIt Started With One Night by Miranda LeeTHE MAGNATE’S MISTRESSHIS BRIDE FOR ONE NIGHTMASTER OF HER VIRTUEIt Started With a Kiss by Miranda LeeTHE SECRET LOVE-CHILDFACING UP TO FATHERHOODNOT A MARRYING MAN

Perfect for fans of Maeve Binchy' – CandisWelcome to Cedar Cove – a small town with a big heart!Rachel's pregnant and she says she can't handle the stress in our household anymore. My thirteen-year-old daughter, Jolene, is jealous of her. Maybe it's my fault. As a widower I spoiled her— Jolene was reading over my shoulder just now and says that's not true. She claims Rachel ruined everything. But that's not true.The real question is: How can I get my wife back? I don't even know where she is. She's not with Teri Polgar or any of her other friends from the salon. The other question is…when will Jolene grow up and stop acting like such a brat? I'm not the only one in town with problems. Linc Wyse's father-in-law is trying to destroy his business.And you know Charlotte Rhodes? Seems she's becoming forgetful and the family's worried about her and Ben. Lots of other stuff going on—but Rachel is better at keeping up with it than I am. If you have any idea where my wife is, give me a call. Please.The Cedar Cove series is now a hit Channel 5 TV series, appearing on UK screens on CHANNEL 5USA

A Forever Families Collection from Mills & BoonA collection of romance stories from Mills & Boon on adoption and happy ever after…Including the titles: A Forever Family: His Unexpected Family A Forever Family: Their Miracle Child A Forever Family: Falling For You A Forever Family: Their Christmas Delivery Forever Family: Reunited by their Baby Forever Family: Their Doorstep Delivery

Three classic Richard Sharpe adventuresRichard Sharpe and the campaign in northern Portugal, spring 1809A small British army is stranded when the French invade northern Portugal. Sharpe is cut off and his attempts to fight his way back to the British lines fail until he is joined by the future Duke of Wellington.Richard Sharpe and the Talavera Campaign, July 1809In Portugal, Richard Sharpe is ordered to accompany a newly arrived, inexperienced regiment. But Sharpe, a veteran, quickly clashes with the incompetent colonel after they start to lose men.Richard Sharpe and the Destruction of Almeida, August 1810Sharpe is delighted when, after long months of patrolling duties, he and his regiment are summoned north by Wellington. But his new mission is desperate and dangerous: to go behind enemy lines to recover the gold, vital to the success of the war.

Discover some of our best romances this year!Claimed for the Leonelli Legacy by Lynne GrahamThe Innocent’s Secret Baby by Carol MarinelliThe Prince’s Captive Virgin by Maisey YatesThe Innocent’s Shameful Secret by Sara CravenCarrying the Spaniard's Child by Jennie LucasThe Prince’s Nine-Month Scandal by Caitlin Crews

Dangerous Passions – four phenomenal classic, passionate novels from four absolute queens of romanceDANGEROUS SANCTUARY by Anne MatherIs it pure coincidence that Ben Russell has chosen to buy the old Priory? Surely it couldn’t be anything to do with Jaime or her teenage son, Tom! It had been fifteen years since she’d seen her ex-husband’s brother. Now his nearness was threatening to destroy all her hard-won independence.Jaime desperately wants to escape from the sensual strength of his hands and rekindle the hatred she knew she should feel towards him – but she can’t! Ben has come to claim the woman he had always loved, and the son he’d never known…THE HEAT OF PASSION by Lynne GrahamSix years ago, the prospect of being Carlo Saracini's mistress was too hot for Jessica to handle, so she opted for the safety of marriage to another man.But now Jessica is a widow and faced with the unthinkable: she needs Carlo's help or her father will go to jail!Carlo proposes a deal that will give him what he’s always wanted—Jessica at his mercy and naked in his bed! But letting Carlo possess her body and soul will be to give him the ultimate revenge and reveal her innocence…DARKER SIDE OF DESIRE by Penny JordanA link had been forged the day Claire saved the heir to the desert kingdom of Omarah from assassins. Otherwise, she wouldn't have agreed to masquerade as the infant's mother – and Raoul D'Albro's unwanted wife. Raoul was prejudiced against Claire. And as long as his eyes burned with contempt for her, Claire felt shielded from his powerful masculinity…A MAN OF HONOUR by Caroline AndersonNurse Helen Cooper is sincerely puzzled. She knows exactly how she feels about the new senior surgical registrar, Dr Tom Russell, and at times she thinks her feelings are returned. But something is wrong… He can't be married—he's just bought a small cottage, big enough only for one, and he's on his own. Perhaps accepting Tom's invitation to escort her to the May Ball will be a turning point? It is—for Tom finally tells her the devastating truth. It seems they can't be together—and yet they simply can't be apart…

An epic collection of science fiction tales around space exploration and cosmic horror by the #1 bestselling author of A Game of Thrones – with the titular story, Nightflyers, coming to Netflix in 2018On a voyage toward the boundaries of the known universe, nine misfit academics seek out first contact with a shadowy alien race.But another enigma is the Nightflyer itself, a cybernetic wonder with an elusive captain no one has ever seen in the flesh.Soon, however, the crew discovers that their greatest mystery – and most dangerous threat – is an unexpected force aboard the ship wielding a thirst for blood and terror…Also included are five additional classic George R.R. Martin tales of science fiction that explore the breadth of technology and the dark corners of the human mind.

Planet by planet, galaxy by galaxy, the inhabited universe has fallen to the alien Xul…This bundle includes the complete Inheritance Trilogy by New York Times bestselling author Ian Douglas.Now only one obstacle stands between them and total domination: the warriors of a resilient race the world-devourers nearly annihilated centuries ago . . .A power vast, ancient, and terrifying, the mighty Xul have lost track of the insignificant humans hundreds of years after devastating their home world—which has enabled the United Star Marines to operate unnoticed and unhindered. A near-autonomous intergalactic policing force, they battle in defense of an Earth they may not live to see again. Now, following the trail of a vanished twenty-fourth-century transport, they are journeying through an unexplored stargate to the edge of an unknown galaxy many light years from their sun. For the last, best, and only chance to defeat the tyrants of the universe may at long last be at hand . . .Includes: Star Strike, Galactic Corps and Semper Human.

Risqu? rakes, passionate lords, and not-so-innocent ladies. . . Discover the hot side of history with five sensual, seductive Regency tales by Bronwyn Scott! Bundle includes: Pickpocket Countess; Notorious Rake, Innocent Lady; Libertine Lord, Pickpocket Miss; The Viscount Claims His Bride, and a free bonus novella, Grayson Prentiss's Seduction!

There’s no more time…There’s always more time…Trevor Gray has been stripped of his command of the starship America, and is unsure what to do with his life. Having dedicated so much of himself to the service, he knew following the super-AI Konstantin’s advice could have severe consequences. He just never thought he would be out of the fight.Because that’s what Earth is in: a fight against a sinister alien force so technologically advanced that there seems little hope. That’s why he disobeyed his orders in the first place – to figure out a way to stop them. But now he’s beached.Which is just what Konstantin wanted.For the super-AI has a plan: connect Gray with the Pan-Europeans, and set him on a course to the remote star Deneb. There, he is to make contact with a mysterious alien civilization using the new artificial intelligence Bright Light, and maybe—if they can make it in time—prevent humanity from being wiped from the universe.

He’s come back to Copper Ridge, Oregon to keep a promise – even if it means losing his heart…Putting down roots in Copper Ridge was never Alex Donnelly’s intention. But if there’s one thing the ex-military man knows, it’s that life rarely unfolds as expected. If it did, his best friend and brother-in-arms would still be alive. And Alex wouldn’t have inherited a ranch or responsibility for his late comrade’s sister – a woman who, despite her inexperience, can bring tough-as-iron Alex to his knees.Clara Campbell didn’t ask for a hero to ride in and fix her ranch and her life. All she wants is the one thing stubborn, honorable Alex is reluctant to give: a chance to explore their intense chemistry. But Clara has a few lessons to teach him too…about trusting his heart and his instincts, and letting love take him on the wildest adventure of all.

LONELY MEN IN HARD LUCK, ALASKA, LOOKING FOR WOMEN.OUR TOWN MIGHT BE COLD, BUT OUR HEARTS ARE WARM!Location: north of the Arctic Circle. Population: 150 (mostly men!)But the three O'Halloran brothers, who run a bush-plane charter service called Midnight Sons, are heading a campaign to bring women to town.Falling for HimChristian, the youngest O'Halloran brother, has a problem, and her name is Mariah Douglas. The Midnight Sons secretary is always losing his messages, misplacing his files and generally creating chaos. Despite that, he can't get her out of his mind…Ending in MarriageThe clashes between pilot Duke Porter and Seattle attorney Tracy Santiago are legendary. Duke's a tough, rugged individualist who delights in expressing outrageous opinions, particularly when Tracy's around. But she gives as good as she gets…and not just when they're arguing!Includes a special extra novella!Midnight Sons and DaughtersScott O'Halloran and Chrissie Harris are all grown up now. After years away from Alaska, Scott's back in town, and everybody's wondering if he's here to stay. Especially Chrissie, the girl he left behind…

It's a Christmas affair to remember as a Hollywood mogul discovers his inner cowboy, and the woman of his dreams, amid the rugged beauty of Wyoming. Raine McCall would take snow-covered mountains over a star-studded premiere any day. But when hotshot movie executive Mick Branson arranges dinner on Christmas Eve to discuss a work opportunity, she's intrigued—by the offer and the man. She's a no-makeup, no-frills single mom, who's happy with her quiet life. Sharing chili cheeseburgers and sizzling kisses with Mick is sure heating up her holiday, but country girl and power player don't mix…It's not just work that's brought Mick back to Mustang Creek. Since he first visited to oversee a documentary, free-spirited graphic designer Raine has been in his head. Her approach to life is as unconventional as her quirky holiday ornaments. Their attraction is undeniable—and so are their differences. Putting down roots in the Wild West wasn't in the script. But there are some Christmas gifts you can't walk away from, even when they turn your whole world upside down…

Some secrets are too hot to handle – trust me, this is one of them!After years spent trying to remember her past, Mojo Sheepshanks just wants to put it behind her. She’s finally got the life she always wanted—sisters she loves, a career that keeps her on her toes and Tucker Darroch, the handsome cop who’s stuck by her against all odds. But for the people around her, moving on is hard to do. Tucker can’t seem to let go of his past, while Mojo’s sister Greer is being blackmailed for secrets in hers. And Mojo’s stuck in the middle again.Meanwhile, danger is stalking the citizens of Cave Creek, Arizona, Mojo’s adopted home. And even as she and Tucker work to keep everyone safe, Mojo will discover that there are mysteries in Cave Creek that someone is willing to protect at any cost.

From newfound family to true love?Nanny Holly O’Mara has formed a close bond with her late cousin’s little twins. When their estranged father, rugged Australian Gray Kidman, arrives to take them home to the outback, Holly senses that he is out of his depth. Could Holly help him find the courage to love again?When paramedic Jack Halliday is saved from a flood by red-haired beauty Cassandra Clarke, the chemistry between them explodes. And whilst he’ll always put his daughter Ellie first, Jack can’t help longing to save Cass back…Ambitious doctor Julia Montgomery is thrilled by the opportunity to train in France under top surgeon Bernard Cappelle. She can handle his gruff arrogance, but she’s finding it almost impossible to resist her attraction to this gorgeous single father in need…

Enchanted by their new little family!Discovering he’s the father of an orphaned newborn rocks Liam Hawke’s world. But that’s where nanny Jenna Peters fits in–a single mother herself, she immediately works her magic on his newborn daughter. Soon Liam can’t resist being spellbound by this beauty. • Single dad Dr Sam Marcus is facing every parent’s worst nightmare. His adorable son Dani is sick and Andrea Rimmer is the only woman who can help! Can he prove to Andrea that she’s the only mummy for Dani and that together their family is a perfect fit? • Seeing Daniel Ramsey struggle with fatherhood makes memories of Freya’s past come flooding back. Freya always dreamed of happy ever afters and white weddings. It was a way to escape the troubles of home. Now she’s grown up, she knows she can help Daniel and his daughter!

Can he win his boss’ heart?Lori Hutchinson is out of her depth stepping into her father’s corporate shoes, to work with single dad Jace and his construction business. But with the holiday season drawing near they soon discover there is more than business in their relationship… • Left to raise his two orphaned nieces, Dr. Gavin Brice has enough on his plate without an inconvenient attraction to his new boss! The frosty Dr Virginia Potter clearly disapproves of him- but with one amazing kiss, the ice begins to thaw… • Gorgeous midwife Lucas Elliot manages to make any woman go weak at the knees… except Darcie Green, making her the ultimate challenge! Except Lucas is now dangerously close to falling for her… And worse, Darcie’s even closer to discovering this playboy’s secret!

Tis the season to fall in love!Nathan Jones’s little girl Anna is everything to him, since his life-changing diagnosis left them alone in the world. Yet spending time with Sydney Harper makes Nathan long to mend both their broken hearts, and to welcome her into his family—not just for Christmas, but for ever! * Dr Grace Forbes’ first day in Manhattan Mercy’s ER is unforgettable – especially when she runs into her old flame, Charles Davenport! But Charles is a single dad to adorable twin boys, Yet, as the weather gets colder could he make her Christmas wish come true? * Work has always been a refuge for Dr Sarah Livingstone – no more so than now she’s on the run from her hastily cancelled wedding. Except colleague brooding Daniel Riley, wants to get up close and personal! Living with Dan and his adorable four-year-old daughter has Sarah dreaming of forever…

All he wants for Christmas…Attempting to reinvent herself Nicola McGillroy takes a job as Nanny to Cade Hindmarsh’s two daughters. But with a new makeover and a sexy single dad as her boss can she resist kisses under the mistletoe…When businessman Rory Wallace accidentally catches sight of department store owner Shannon Raleigh changing out of her Santa suit, it’s lust at first sight! But with only a week together can they find their own Christmas happy-ever-after?The only thing Lizzie Hunter wants for Christmas is a new daddy. And Bryony Hunter determines to find her daughter exactly that. But it’s difficult to find someone when her best friend, Jack Rothwell, insists on sabotaging every date… could Lizzie’s daddy be closer than either realised…

The California sunshine’s not quite so bright for three sisters who get dumped in the same week…No1 New York Times Bestselling AuthorFinola, a popular LA morning-show host, is famously upbeat until she’s blindsided on live TV by the news that her husband is sleeping with a young pop sensation who has set their affair to music. While avoiding the tabloids and pretending she’s just fine, she’s crumbling inside, desperate for him to come to his senses and for life to go back to normal.Zennie’s breakup is no big loss. Although the world insists she pair up, she’d rather be surfing. So agreeing to be the surrogate for her best friend is a no-brainer—after all, she has an available womb and no other attachments to worry about. Except…when everyone else, including her big sister, thinks she’s making a huge mistake, being pregnant is a lot lonelier—and more complicated—than she imagined.Never the tallest, thinnest or prettiest sister, Ali is used to being overlooked, but when her fianc? sends his disapproving brother to call off the wedding, it’s a new low. And yet Daniel continues to turn up “for support,” making Ali wonder if maybe—for once—someone sees her in a way no one ever has.But side by side by side, these sisters will start over and rebuild their lives with all the affection, charm and laugh-out-loud humor that is classic Susan Mallery.

**Queen of the North, Anne O’Brien’s enthralling new novel, is available to pre-order now**The Sunday Times Bestseller ‘O’Brien is now approaching Philippa Gregory status’ – Reader’s Digest‘A dangerous word, perhaps, for a woman. Power.’From her first clandestine marriage, Joan of Kent’s reputation is one of beauty, rumour and scandal.Her royal blood makes her a desirable bride. Her ambition and passion make her a threat.Joan knows what she must do to protect her reputation…the games to play, the men to marry. She will do anything to get what she wants: The Crown of England.A tale of ambition, treachery and desire, The Shadow Queen tells of a woman’s ascent through the court to command royal power alongside her young son, King Richard II.

THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR‘The most successful novelist on Planet Earth’ Washington PostKate Stanislaski Kimball has turned her back on glamour and fame, and has come home to make a fresh start. The only thing more perfect than the beautiful—dilapidated—building she’s bought for her new dance school is Brody O’Connell, the frustrating and surprisingly fascinating contractor she’s hired for the renovation.Brody is determined to resist Kate’s effortless allure—she’s Natasha Stanislaski’s pampered, perfect daughter, after all. But how long can a man hold out against his own heart?Nora Roberts is a publishing phenomenon; this New York Times bestselling author of over 200 novels has more than 450 million of her books in print worldwide.Praise for Nora Roberts‘A storyteller of immeasurable diversity and talent’ Publisher’s Weekly‘You can’t bottle wish fulfilment, but Nora Roberts certainly knows how to put it on the page.’ New York Times‘Everything Nora Roberts writes turns to gold.’ Romantic Times.‘Roberts’ bestselling novels are… thoughtfully plotted, well-written stories featuring fascinating characters.’ USA Today

Giving up his high-flying career as an attorney to work in his family's California vineyard was one of the best things Jason Bryant ever did. The other was falling in love with beautiful bookstore owner Sara Minton.Jason knows that Sara loves him, which makes her refusal to marry him even more frustrating. Why does Sara keep saying she'll be able to marry him 'one day'? Whatever her secret is, Jason is sure he can cope. But not knowing the truth is tearing him apart.Six years ago Sara was at her lowest ebb, until Aminatu's Daughters–a secret organization that helps women and children in jeopardy–gave her life purpose again. Now Sara faces an impossible choice between the man she adores and her dangerous but rewarding work. And as Sara's very safety comes under threat, she and Jason must risk everything to claim a future together…

Sooner or later, every family secret comes to light…When Brody McTavish sees Harper Hamilton’s runaway horse galloping across the pastures, he does what any good cowboy would do—gives chase and rescues her. Unfortunately for him, the woman he’s secretly loved for years didn’t need saving, and she’s just reached her limit with people treating her as hopeless. But they soon have bigger problems when they make a gruesome discovery—human remains revealed by a recent rainstorm. Remains that will dredge up old Hamilton family mysteries…and bring about a scandal that could threaten all Harper’s loved ones.With her father running for president, every move Harper makes is under scrutiny. But despite the risks, she’s determined to uncover the truth about her family's role in a long-ago murder. If she can trust him enough, Brody will be more than an ally. He could be the only thing standing between Harper and an enemy intent on keeping the past buried forever.“Forget slow-simmering romance…the second Montana Hamiltons is always at a rolling boil.” —Publishers Weekly on Lone Rider

Torin… the most dangerous Lord of the Underworld.Fierce immortal warrior. Host to a deadly demon. Torin’s every touch could cause deaths. For Torin, indulging in carnal pleasure is utterly forbidden. He has always overcome temptation with an iron will, but now his control is about to shatter.She is Keeleycael. The Red Queen. When she escapes from a centuries-long imprisonment, the desire that simmers between her and Torin is scorching.His touch could mean her end, but resisting her is the hardest battle he’s ever fought – and the only fight he fears he can’t win.‘Gena Showalter never fails to dazzle’ – Jeaniene Frost

Praise for A Postcard From Italy‘Be whisked away in this sunny, heartwarming read’ Woman’s Own‘I adored it’ Milly Johnson‘Enchanting and wonderfully romantic’ Cathy Bramley‘I adored it. The perfect summer read!’ Lesley PearseGrace Quinn loves her job at Cohen’s Convenient Storage Company, finding occasional treasure in the forgotten units that customers have abandoned. Her inquisitive nature is piqued when a valuable art collection and a bundle of letters and diaries are found that date back to the 1930’s.Delving deeper, Grace uncovers the story of a young English woman, Connie Levine, who follows her heart to Italy at the end of the Second World war. The contents also offer up the hope of a new beginning for Grace, battling a broken heart and caring for her controlling mother.Embarking on her own voyage of discovery, Grace’s search takes her to a powder pink villa on the cliff tops overlooking the Italian Riviera, but will she unravel the family secrets and betrayals that Connie tried so hard to overcome, and find love for herself?

Some lies never stay buried…Betsy Jakes was having nightmares, nightmares that could solve a decades-old mystery. And for someone in her small town, that meant she had to die.When Sam Jakes returns home to help his brother solve their mother's murder, two things shake him to the core. This crime is clearly the work of a serial killer who has struck twice before. And…Lainey Pickett is still in town. The woman he walked away from without an explanation years ago has just walked back into his life. She still holds a grudge—and his heart.As Sam digs deeper into the murders and thirty-year-old secrets begin to emerge, he finds himself racing against time not only to catch a killer but to keep Lainey, the only woman he'll ever love, from falling victim, too.

It’s time for humanity to claim its rightful heritage…2040: Ruins of ancient civilization uncovered on Mars reveal startling truths about the creation of humankind.2042: In the grey dust of the Earth's Moon, an extinct enslaving race left behind more answers, more questions…and a grim warning.2067: As Earth's warring factions clash in space for scraps of alien technology, a strange artifact lies trapped beneath the ice-locked oceans of Europa: a machine that holds the key to the final human destiny.It is called «The Singer» for the eerie tone it emits. An artificial intelligence built aeons ago, it may ultimately solve the mystery of the vanished alien races responsible for the birth and development of humanity. But after decades of war, the hostile nations of Earth care more for power than for knowledge.And now all that stands between the coveted Al and an all-out Chinese assault is a vastly outnumbered contingent of U.S. marines, dug in beneath the baleful red eye of Jupiter. As terrifying events light years distant begin to converge – with confrontation imminent and annihilation inevitable – a secret history of creation and doom must at long last be contended with… if humankind is to finally claim its glorious heritage among the stars.

EMMA'S DILEMMA…What would Emma Rogers have done without her oldest friends, the Calamity Janes?As teenagers in Winding River,Wyoming, they'd supported her ambitious dreams. A decade later, when Emma went home, struggling with single motherhood and career pressures as a top Denver attorney, Cassie, Karen, Gina and Lauren rallied around her. But why were the Calamity Janes urging her to look with favor on her sexy nemesis, Ford Hamilton? Wasn't it bad enough that her young daughter sang the praises of the heart-stoppingly handsome publisher who'd clashed repeatedly with Emma on a controversial court case? Worst of all, Emma's own heart was strongly tempted by Ford's offer to match wits–and join hearts–with him for a lifetime!

American travel expert Kiera Morissey is adept at getting in and out of tight spots.But when a deathbed promise brings Kiera back to Draycott Abbey, she meets rugged Scotsman Calan MacKay, and her life is changed forever. For fifteen years, changed by turns to a swift creature of night, Calan has used his deadly strength and speed to protect. But he wakes with bruises on his body and blood on his hands. And Kiera may be the key to getting his life back.Calan stirs emotions in Kiera that she's never felt before. Getting in and out may be her skill, yet she finds it impossible to leave the abbey until she's unraveled its mysteries, and Calan's dark secret. But will the shadows from the past and an ancient vow of evil threaten the future they may have together?

www.SherrylWoods.com#1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods brings readers the final chapter of the classic tales of the Devaneys…brothers torn apart in childhood, reunited by love. When a runaway teen surfaces at Molly Creighton's tavern, Daniel Devaney's job as a child advocate forces him to investigate…and to confront his tumultuous past with Molly. Though a tragic loss shattered their relationship four years ago, Daniel is now ready to accept responsibility for their breakup and make a fresh start.Their overwhelming attraction is undulled by time, but Molly fears risking her heart again. Daniel vows to banish the shadows from her eyes and prove he is the man she needs him to be. And with his brothers and parents at last reconciled, Daniel's deepest longing–for family–is almost fulfilled….

Sometimes it pays to be naughty…Lingerie model Cassie Tremaine Montgomery intends to have her revenge on the citizens of her hometown – starting with seducing the sheriff, Sean ‘Tag’ Taggart. Tag, however, isn’t cooperating. He’s more than willing to set the sheets on fire with her, but he’s asking for more than just sizzling nights… To get what he wants Tag’ll just turn up the heat until she concedes and Cassie might find she enjoys the fire!Kate Jones, the girl from the wrong side of the tracks, is home. And she’s got an agenda. To get revenge on the man who humiliated her mother. Her revenge: seduce that man’s son – the town’s golden boy, John Winfield Jr – and then leave him drooling in a puddle of lust. Yet, when she finds herself seduced by a sexy stranger named Jack, little does she guess that the tables have just been turned…

OUT OF THE MISTS OF TIMEWhen she first came to the sacred tribal land in the California wilderness, anthropologist Tory Kent paid little heed to the tales of a mystical warrior keeping watch there. But then a dark figure appeared through the mists before her–and suddenly the unimaginable became reality. Wherever–whenever–he had come from, the one called Loka was truly a man, and he awakened a need within Tory that could scarcely be denied. For he had returned, after a century in the shadows, to claim her–the woman destiny had promised only to him. Though entangled by undeniable passion, each walked a path seemingly impossible to weld together. For Tory was tied to the present. And Loka was bound by an age-old promise to protect his people's legacy…even at the cost of his own life.

When photojournalist Kamaria Trayhern goes undercover at the Mason family ranch, she's hoping to find her real father, not romance. But keeping everyone convinced she is who she claims to be will be harder than she expects–especially where one sexy ranch hand is concerned. After all he's been through, there's no way Wesley Sheridan wants to tangle with more heartache and lies.So the last thing he needs is to be drawn to the pretty new caretaker. But with a jealous killer out to rewrite Mason family history forever, two lonely hearts must learn to trust each other…if they hope to survive the season.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods brings readers two classic tales of the Calamity Janes…fierce friends facing challenges in life and love Do You Take This Rebel? Cassie Collins fled Winding River, Wyoming, when she discovered she was pregnant. Now, ten years later and stronger, she's been drawn back to town for a reunion with her friends, the Calamity Janes. But is she strong enough to stand up to Cole Davis, the wealthy father of her child who has the power to take away her son? Or can they finally become the family she always dreamed of?Courting the Enemy Karen Hanson's oldest friends, the Calamity Janes, are urging her to sell her struggling ranch to brooding, enigmatic Grady Blackhawk. But how can she possibly sell out to her late husband's worst enemy? Spending time with her handsome adversary could cost Karen a lot more than her ranch. Grady's suddenly far less interested in the land than he is in claiming Karen herself!

No one writes Western romance better than #1 New York Times bestselling author Linda Lael Miller!Let her take you to the town of Parable, Montana…The illegitimate son of a wealthy rancher, Sheriff Slade Barlow grew up in a trailer hitched to the Curly-Burly hair salon his mother runs. He was never acknowledged by his father…until now. Suddenly, Slade has inherited half of Whisper Creek Ranch, one of the most prosperous in Parable County. That doesn't sit well with his half brother, Hutch, who grew up with all the rights of a Carmody, including the affections of Joslyn Kirk, homecoming queen, rodeo queen, beauty queen–and the girl Slade's never forgotten.But Joslyn has come home to Parable under difficult circumstances. Resented by many of the townspeople cheated by her crooked stepfather, she's trying to rebuild her life and repay everyone who lost money because of his schemes. With a town to protect, plus a rebellious teenage stepdaughter, Slade already has his hands full. But someone has to convince Joslyn that she's responsible only for her own actions–and that someone is Sheriff Barlow!

She'd better run…Devon's used to a life on the run–when she entered the Witness Protection program, she had to give up her friends, her family…even her name. But now someone's cracked her FBI file and sent a hired killer after her, and Devon can't count on the Feds to protect her.She'd better hide…Now Devon's fighting to stay one step ahead of the crime lord who's after her, but she can't do it alone. Her neighbor, a security expert, is willing to help her…but is he her guardian angel, or working with the assassins chasing her? Devon has to decide, and soon…Because someone thinks she'd be better off dead.

She has complete control… and he's determined to take it away.A librarian in the small town of Hood River, Natalie Clayton's world is very nearly perfect. After a turbulent childhood and her once-wild ways, life is now under control. But trouble has a way of turning up unexpectedly-especially in the tall, charismatically sexy form of Paddy Hurley… . And Paddy is the kind of trouble that Natalie has a taste for. Even after years of the rock-and-roll lifestyle, Paddy never forgot the two wickedly hot weeks he once shared with Natalie. Now he wants more… even if it means tempting Natalie and her iron-grip control. But there's a fine line between well-behaved and misbehaved – and the only compromise is between the sheets!

Diana Palmer's second installment in her thrilling space epic is a vast panorama of far-flung civilizations, interplanetary conflict and galaxy-spanning passion…THE MORCAI BATTALION: THE RECRUITA prophecy foretold:Three years after the unprovoked attack on a peaceful colony, the war between the Rojok dynasty and the Tri-Galaxy Fleet rages on. Born of that war is the Morcai Battalion, a fleet comprised of Centaurians and humans–the first collaboration of its kind and a step toward an intergalactic alliance. But the fragile union is tested as their courageous commander in chief, Dtimun, is faced with the temptation of the forbidden–and human–Dr. Madeline Ruszel.A combat surgeon, Ruszel is aware of the danger of inciting a Centaurian's interest, even if he is the most intriguing of men. Besides putting their mission at risk, personal relations between their kinds are still outlawed. But a prophecy that touches on both their lives and the future of all alien nations hints that a greater unity may be theirs for the taking…if they, and their crew, survive in the battle for peace.

He’s determined – she will wear his ring and sleep in his bed!Still Married!It has been five years since tragedy destroyed Andreas Markonos’s marriage to Louisa. Yet in all that time Andreas has never filed for divorce, because Louisa has no equal – in his bed or in his heart; it is time he reclaimed his bride…Convenient Bride Demos Atrikes is a ruthless businessman who always gets what he wants. And for now that’s stunning Althea Paranoussis as his convenient bride. Althea might resist his demands for a cold-blooded union, but Demos will change her mind with hot-blooded passion!Cinderella Wife Alex Zaphirides isn’t above playing on his good looks and status to charm women into his bed, but he’s never met a woman he’d like to keep there! Until he starts to notice his shy colleague Izzy; the more he flirts, the more she flees and now Alex has a new focus, making her his blushing bride…

Diamonds, Deception and the DebutanteBelle Ainsley’s arrival in London has already caused somewhat of a stir. Tarnished with scandal, she knows her reputation is in tatters. But can falling from grace be so utterly terrible when wickedly handsome Lance Bingham seems more than willing to catch her?Fugitive CountessMarietta is fleeing for her life. With the accusation of witchcraft hanging over her head, she must protect her infant son. It’s not the first time she’s turned to dashing knight Anton of Gifford. But this time he’s sworn not to lose his head, or his heart, over her. . .

Captive but Forbidden Wild socialite Veronica St. Germaine has stepped into her father’s shoes as ruler of a Mediterranean principality! Duty demands that bodyguard Rajesh Vala must protect Veronica. At his beach house they realise that the attraction between them is very inconvenient… !Unnoticed and Untouched The unwanted advances of gold-digging socialites are an occupational hazard for tycoon Lorenzo D’Angeli. So he extends his PA’s job to cover evening events. Famous forhis cool, Renzo’s anything but when he sees his staid PA dressed to kill!Revelations of the Night BeforeValentina D’Angeli is pregnant. And the father is… ? The man she shared one sensational night with after a masquerade ball. It wasn’t until she stole a peek under his mask while he was sleeping that she discovered he was her brother’s sworn enemy! No one must ever know.

THE TWELVE NIGHTS OF CHRISTMASExhausted from transforming the penthouse of the hotel where she works into a dazzling winter wonderland, Evie Anderson secretly sleeps over. Woken by an outrageous kiss, Evie feels her body come alive… and her seducer is Rio Zaccarelli, her dangerouslyattractive new boss! Their scorching chemistry leads to twelve nights of pleasure…HIS CHRISTMAS ACQUISITIONThere’s only one item left on entrepreneur Ryan Sheppard’s Christmas list – something scandalous for his buttoned-up secretary… It seems that disapproving Jamie Powell is the only woman that doesn’t fall at Ryan’s feet. He’s hoping a Christmas trip to the Caribbean will entice Jamie into the skimpiest of bikinis!CAROSELLI'S CHRISTMAS BABYShe wants a baby. He needs an heir. It seems like the perfect arrangement…until they decide to conceive the old-fashioned way. The plan is that once the baby’s born, they can divorce, share custody and go back to being friends. But things really heat up this Christmas.

Сага о великой любви Клэр Рэндолл и Джейми Фрэзера завоевала сердца миллионов читателей во всем мире. Ради такой любви стоит жить и рисковать жизнью. XX век. Брианна и Роджер Маккензи вместе со своими детьми, Джемом и Амандой, живут обычной жизнью в поместье Лаллиброх. Они изучают историю любви Джейми и Клэр по старинным письмам и документам, пытаясь отыскать ключи к разгадке запутанной судьбы своей семьи. Но и здесь, в двадцатом столетии, им предстоит столкнуться со старым врагом из прошлого. XVIII век. Восстание за независимость Америки заставляет Клэр и Джейми покинуть дом и отправиться в Шотландию. Но обстоятельства вновь разделяют супругов, а воссоединение оказывается не таким простым, как представлялось.

Dreams & DesiresThe Doctor’s Baby DarePediatrician Parker Reese likes to play the field and usually has women at his beck and call. Until caring for a newborn in crisis sets him on a collision course with beautiful but standoffish nurse Clare Connelly!The SEAL’S Secret HeirsReturning to Royal, Texas, is an emotional minefield for Navy SEAL Kyle Wade. He never felt suited to his rich family’s ranching life. But is he suited for fatherhood? He’s about to find out—because he’s now the guardian to twins.A Surprise for the SheikhBillionaire sheikh Rafiq “Rafe” bin Saleed has come to Royal, Texas, to buy the town—and get even with his former best friend. But Rafe’s plans are pushed aside for one amazing night with a stranger—and then nearly derailed when he discovers the identity of his mystery woman.

Meet the British bachelors that will ignite your wildest desires!What His Money Can’t HideArchitect Drake Ashton finally has all the money a man could want. But, duped by the trappings of wealth before, money doesn’t impress Layla Jerome. So when Drake returns home to help his family, Layla’s determined to resist his golden touch. But that’s more easily said than done…His Temporary MistressViolet Drew will do anything to save her sister from Damien Carver’s revenge. Even if that means becoming his mistress by blackmail! This arrogant, sensuous CEO isn’t prepared for sweet-natured Violet to turn the tables on him, warming his cold heart…Trouble on Her DoorstepGorgeous hotel magnate Sean Beresford, turns up in Dee’s teashop with news that will kill her business. He might dress in sharp suits and those startling eyes will certainly take some forgetting, but Sean sets Dee’s blood boiling – and her pulse racing! And that’s before he kisses her…

The perfect Christmas gift …Jillian Wilkes spent one night in the arms of gorgeous ex-cop Shane Hollister, then went her own way. But, when she discovers she is pregnant with Shane’s baby, what is she to do? This could be a Christmas to remember, but only if Shane wants her love too…Marine Captain Luke Brand has come home to make amends with his identical twin brother’s widow, Sophia. They’ve never got along, but she’s pregnant with his nephew – and Luke’s desperate to be in his life. Still, Luke has one Christmas wish he can’t reveal – He’s in love with Sophia!Who would take a baby away from his mother at Christmas? Quentin Ross knows there is something wrong with the custody case that’s just dropped in his lap. When he meets Britt Davis, Quentin realises he will do anything to keep her family together for christmas.

The untameable Greeks…Oil magnate Sakis Pantelides is drop-dead gorgeous, wealthy and the only thing he can’t have is his stunning assistant, Brianna – because she’s the only woman this cynical Greek trusts. Then a crisis throws them together and Brianna reveals a sensual hunger that rivals his own…CEO Arion Pantelides gave in to oblivion with a stunning stranger for just one night. Yet passion is matched by anger when he discovers the woman who came undone in his arms is a recent widow… Perla refuses to be intimidated by Arion – until she discovers she’s pregnant…Theo Pantelides wants revenge… He came to Brazil with one desire – to destroy the man who ruined his life. Whereas Inez da Costa wants freedom…to follow her own dreams – not be blackmailed into becoming someone’s mistress! But Theo unlocks a desire in innocent Inez…

Charmingly Italian…When Olivia Prentiss is unceremoniously demoted to stand PA she’s determined to put up a fight! Soon though Olivia begins to see there is far more to her boss than meets the eye. And on a business trip to Italy, she sees straight through Tucker's exterior to a man with a far more vulnerable edge….When her dream job comes up in Verona, journalist Natasha jumps at the chance… even if it does mean working for the ex who broke her heart. But in a city bursting with romance staying professional is easier said than done.Prince Raoul de Poitier has one month before he must marry and take the crown. Temporarily setting aside his royal identity, he heads to Italy, where he meets Mika Gordon. Their whirlwind fling can only ever be a holiday romance, until Mika discovers that she is carrying the next heir to the throne…!

Redeemed by Her Innocence Can the untouched beauty tame the beast?Ruthless Nikos won’t risk his company to save Jacquelyn’s struggling bridal boutique. But he will give her the best night of her life! Could untouched Jacquelyn’s sensual surrender be this dark-hearted Greek’s redemption?Sheikh’s Royal Baby Revelation Bound forever by their unexpected babyWhen Sheikh Ashraf was kidnapped alongside Tori, their desperation to escape led to passionate oblivion. Rescued the next day, Ash was never able to discover Tori’s fate. Now, he’s finally found her. But—startlingly—she’s had his son!

In the future, earth's warriors have conquered the heavens. But on a distant world, humanity is in chains…This bundle includes the complete Legacy Trilogy by New York Times bestselling author Ian Douglas.Many millennia ago, the human race was enslaved by the An – a fearsome alien people whose cruel empire once spanned the galaxies, until they were defeated and consigned to oblivion. But a research mission to the planet Ishtar has made a terrifying – and fatal – discovery: the Ahanu, ancestors of the former masters, live on, far from the reach of Earth – born weapons and technology … and tens of thousands of captive human souls still bow to their iron will.Now Earth's Interstellar Marine Expeditionary Unit must undertake a rescue operation as improbable as it is essential to humankind's future, embarking on a ten-year voyage to a hostile world to face an entrenched enemy driven by dreams of past glory and intent once more on domination. For those who, for countless generations, have known nothing but toil and subjugation must be granted, at all costs, the precious gift entitled to all of their star-traveling kind: freedom!Includes: Star Corps, Battlespace and Star Marines

One deal has sparked more passion than they ever expected…Secrets of a Ruthless Tycoon by Cathy WilliamsRuthless tycoon Leo Spencer has it all – but there’s one thing his luxurious lifestyle can’t give him: the truth about his past. His search for answers leads him to the undeniably innocent Brianna Sullivan and she soon proves to be a distraction he never anticipated…The Most Expensive Lie of All by Michelle ConderCruz Rodriguez’s killer instincts has made him a man to fear in the boardroom, and a phenomenally wealthy bachelor! There’s one woman though that he’s never forgotten – Aspen Carmichael. Offering her a deal she can’t refuse, Cruz is determined to claim what is his…The Magnate’s Manifesto by Jennifer HaywardVisionary, rebel and devilishly sexy Jared Stone is currently public enemy number one and Bailey St James is the only woman who can save him. With a major deal on the line and tensions rising will Jared and Bailey move from spreadsheets to bed sheets?

Blackhawk’s Betrayal All Kiera Blackhawk wanted was to learn the truth about her heritage. She hadn’t counted on falling for her compelling new boss, Sam Prescott. Kiera could not submit to the hotel magnate’s powerful seduction. For she’d been lying to him! Blackhawk’s Bond When he’d purchased a rare thoroughbred, millionaire DJ Bradshaw got Alaina Blackhawk as well. She refused to leave the horse’s side, so DJ gave her two weeks to prepare the animal…but those weeks would be spent at his home. And if the Texas loner had his way Alaina would be in his bed before time was up.Blackhawk’s AffairFor eight years Alexis Blackhawk believed her youthful, clandestine marriage to Jordan Grant was null and void. But the millionaire oil man had never filed the papers and she was still bound to the man she detested…and secretly desired. Would Alexis be able to walk away?

The Fianc?e FiascoThomas Waverly, successful CEO and serial dater, is anything but a push-over. But what’s a man to do when pinned by the wistful, trembling eyes of his ‘frail’ but secretly wily grandmother, who is uttering the dreaded words ‘Before I die…’? Emotional blackmail at its most effective…Looks as if Thomas needs to find a fake fianc?e – and fast! Elizabeth Morris is looking for a way to save her charity, so when she’s offered a deal – a pretend proposal for piles of cash – it seems harmless enough!Convince one little old lady that she’s deeply in love – how hard can it be? Worryingly, when your ‘groom’ is this gorgeous, there’s a fine line between faking it and falling for real…Faking It to Making ItWith his best friend’s wedding suddenly cancelled, and an important business deal riding on it, Nate Sparks needs to get them back up the aisle ASAP! The best person to help is feisty maid-of-honour Roxy Trammel – otherwise known as Trouble…Luckily Roxy also needs this marriage to go ahead – her reputation as a wedding dress designer depends on it! Nate proposes a plan to get the jilted lovers back together – and if it doesn’t work…? He’ll walk Roxy down the aisle in her design himself! All Roxy can wonder is: is that a threat…or a promise…?