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The Duke and I

Julia Quinn · 420 pages

By all accounts, Simon Basset is on the verge of proposing to his best friend's sister--the lovely and almost-on-the-shelf--Daphne Bridgerton. But the two of the know the truth--it's all an elaborate ruse to keep Simon free from marriage-minded society mothers. And as for Daphne, surely she will attract some worthy suitors now that it seems a duke has declared her desirable....

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The Bachelor Auction

Rachel Van Dyken · 336 pages

"Cinderella never had to deal with this crap. Jane isn't entirely sure that Cinderella got such a raw deal. Sure, she had a rough start, but didn't she eventually land a prince and a happily-ever-after' Meanwhile, Jane is busy waiting on her demanding, entitled sisters, running her cleaning business, and...yep, not a prince in sight. Until a party and a broken shoe incident leave Jane wondering if

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Trust Me

Jayne Ann Krentz · 380 pages

Head of a multimillion-dollar company, Sam decides Desdemona would make the perfect no-strings-attached, stand-in wife, never dreaming how she will drive him crazy with desire. But when someone breaks into Sam's secret computer files, sinister intrigue swirls around the unlikely pair. Now they must discover the real appeal of unbreakable faith.

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P.S. from Paris

Marc Levy · 270 pages

"On the big screen, Mia plays a woman in love. But in real life, she's an actress in need of a break from her real-life philandering husband-the megastar who plays her romantic interest in the movies. So she heads across the English Channel to hide in Paris behind a new haircut, fake eyeglasses, and a waitressing job at her best friend's restaurant. Paul is an American author hoping to recapture t

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The Marriage Bargain

Jennifer Probst · 310 pages

In order to serve their own selfish needs, struggling bookstore owner Alexa and billionaire Nicholas decide to be in a loveless marriage for only a year, but things get complicated when love grows between them.

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Heartless Hunter: The Crimson Moth: Book 1

Kristen Ciccarelli · 408 pages

On the night Rune’s life changed forever, blood ran in the streets. Now, in the aftermath of a devastating revolution, witches have been diminished from powerful rulers to outcasts ruthlessly hunted due to their waning magic, and Rune must hide what she is. Spending her days pretending to be nothing more than a vapid young socialite, Rune spends her nights as the Crimson Moth, a witch vigilante

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The Billionaire Bachelor

Jessica Lemmon · 384 pages

Indecent Proposal Manwhore. That's what the board of directors-and the tabloids-thinks of billionaire bachelor Reese Crane. Ordinarily he couldn't care less, but his playboy past is preventing the board from naming him CEO of Crane Hotels. Nothing-and no one-will keep him from his life's legacy. They want a settled man to lead the company? Then that's exactly what he'll give them. Merina Van

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Hitched: Volume One

Kendall Ryan · 255 pages

Noah has ninety days to knock up his brand-new fake wife in order to inherit a hundred-billion dollar company. There's only one problem: Olivia hates his guts. She can't stand to be in the same room with him, and says she'll never be in his bed. But Noah has never backed down from a challenge and he's not about to start now.

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Not Quite Dating

Catherine Bybee · 239 pages

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Not For Sale

Sandra Marton · 283 pages

Lucas Vieira needs a translator to seal a high-profile business deal, and also a woman to pose as his girlfriend to fend off a colleague's overeager wife-so why not kill two birds with one stone? Linguist Caroline Hamilton jumps at the chance to earn some decent money. But when she meets her client, she realizes she may be out of her league. The powerful Brazilian seems to be interested in more th

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Not the Witch You Wed

April Asher · 341 pages

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How to Woo a Reluctant Lady

Sabrina Jeffries

And who better to play the part of Minerva’s would-be husband than wild barrister Giles Masters, the very inspiration for the handsome spy in the popular gothic novels she writes? The memory of his passionate kiss on her nineteenth birthday has lingered with Minerva, though she has no intention of falling for such a rakehell, much less marrying him! Little does she know, Giles really is a cove

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When It's Real

Erin Watt · 394 pages

"Meet Oakley Ford -- teen celebrity, renowned pop star, child of famous movie stars, hottie with millions of fangirls ... and restless troublemaker. On the surface he has it all, but with his home life disintegrating, his music well suddenly running dry, and the tabloids having a field day over his outrageous exploits, Oakley's team decides it's time for an intervention. The result: an image overh

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Slightly Wicked

Mary Balogh · 342 pages

Meet the Bedwyns...six brothers and sisters--men and women of passion and privilege, daring and sensuality...Enter their dazzling world of high society and breathtaking seduction...where each will seek love, fight temptation, and court scandal...and where Rannulf Bedwyn, the rebellious third son, enters into a liaison that is rather risque, somewhat naughty, and...Slightly Wicked. With his laug

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The Counterfeit Bride

Liberty Blake · 248 pages

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Because You Are Mine: The Complete Novel

Beth Kery · 360 pages

From a private jet to an interlude in Paris, Francesca and Ian have had a whirlwind relationship, but once Francesca discovers something about Ian--and herself--everything changes.

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The Pretend Girlfriend

Lucy Lambert · 324 pages

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Bought: The Greek's Innocent Virgin

Sarah Morgan · 189 pages

A ruthless Greek billionaire...At 34 year old Angelos Zouvelekis's command, 24 year old cafe waitress Chantal will play the part of his bride-to-be. He will shower her with exquisite jewels and silks...and she will repay him in kind! He wants his recompense in the bedroom! Angelos worships Chantal's body, although he thinks she's a devious gold digger. But his arrogance is shattered when he disco

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Come Away with Me

Kristen Proby · 326 pages

"Being confronted on the beach by a sexy stranger wasn't part of Natalie Conner's plans for a peaceful morning taking photos. And why on earth would he think she's taking pictures of him, anyway? Who is he? One thing's for sure, he's hot, and incredibly romantic, feeding Natalie's wounded soul. Luke Williams just wants the world to give him a break, so seeing yet another camera aimed at his face h

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Romancing the Duke

Tessa Dare · 393 pages

"As the daughter of a famed author, Isolde Ophelia Goodnight grew up on tales of brave knights and fair maidens. She never doubted romance would be in her future, too. The storybooks offered endless possibilities. And as she grew older, Izzy crossed them off ... Now Izzy's given up yearning for romance. She'll settle for a roof over her head. What fairy tales are left over for an impoverished twen

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The Wicked Wallflower

Maya Rodale

Maya Rodale's captivating new series introduces London's Least Likely—three wallflowers who are about to become the toast of the ton… Lady Emma Avery has accidentally announced her engagement—to the most eligible man in England. As soon as it's discovered that Emma has never actually met the infamously attractive Duke of Ashbrooke, she'll no longer be a wallflower; she'll be a laughingstock. An

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When Lightning Strikes

Brenda Novak · 441 pages

Desperate to save her PR firm, which has accumulated a roster of A-list clients, Gail DeMarco agrees to pose as high-profile actor Simon O'Neal's wife so that he can get custody of his son.

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The Italian's Future Bride

Michelle Reid · 189 pages

Eligible bachelor Rafaelle Villani is used to loving his women...and leaving them. Until his freedom is compromised by a candid newspaper photo, which suggests he has finally fallen...for Rachel Carmichael. Soon the world's press is reporting their engagement! Rafaelle claims his fake fiancee; twenty-four hours later Rachel has been passionately seduced—and fears she has conceived his baby. So, Ra

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