Romantik & Erotik

A whirlwind romance. An unforgettable tragedy. Two teenagers face their cruelest test yet. Ever since Hartley Wright met Easton Royal, her life hasn't been the same. There are enemies behind every corner and dangers beyond each door. When tragedy strikes and steals her memories, she can't trust anyone, not even the blue-eyed boy who promises her that everything will be all right.Because while Hartley's memory is full of gaps, her instincts tell her Easton is dangerous. She doesn't know if he's the snake in the garden or her chance at salvation. The chaos he brings wherever he goes is too much to handle, the intense feelings he evokes are too confusing to unravel.Easton wants her to remember. Hartley thinks it's better to forget.Tragedy. Treachery. Trust. Hartley has to face the facts - in this world, you can't escape the Royals. Either you live by their rules or you die by them.

The TikTok sensation Fallen Heir, the fourth in the #1 New York Times bestselling The Royals series! It's time to fight for what they want - each other. Easton Royal has it all: looks, money, intelligence. His goal in life is to have as much fun as possible. He never thinks about the consequences because he doesn't have to. Until Hartley Wright appears, shaking up his easy life. She's the one girl who's said no, despite being attracted to him. Easton can't figure her out and that makes her all the more irresistible. Hartley doesn't want him. She says he needs to grow up. She might be right. Rivals. Rules. Regrets. For the first time in Easton's life, wearing a Royal crown isn't enough. He's about to learn that the higher you start, the harder you fall.

Sparks continue to fly in this Therapy Game sequel where Shizuma and Minato learn to navigate commitment—in both work and love!

Has this prince lost his crown? Reed Royal has it all. The girls at his elite prep school line up to date him, the guys want to be him, but Reed never gave a damn about anyone until Ella Harper walked into his life.What began as burning resentment turned into something else entirely. Keep Ella close. Keep Ella safe. But when one mistake drives her out of Reed's arms and brings chaos to the Royal household, Reed's entire world begins to fall apart around him.Ella doesn't want him anymore. She says they'll only destroy each other. She might be right.Secrets. Betrayal. Enemies. If Reed is going to win back his princess, he'll need to prove himself Royally worthy.

The last book in a heart-consuming trilogy¿"LUCK IS FOR FOOLS. WISH FOR MAGIC. LOVE SHOULD BE NOTHING LESS THAN MAGICAL."Mia.It was so close, I'd tasted it-the freedom. But the only thing I could taste now was the end. Over the last two years, I'd let all outside forces dictate my life, my feelings, my head. I'd allowed everyone control what my punishment should be for all my wrong-doings. I'd been tested and learned my lesson. I'd paid my dues and suffered long enough. Because in the end, even the once-upon-a-damned deserved to be happy too.Ollie.How far are you willing to go? I'd asked myself this very question countless times, but never in my wildest dreams thought I'd go back in time, chasing ghosts from my past for a chance to save our future. So, there was no limit. No boundaries. I'd cross time, the world, my morals. Yes, I'd even double-cross myself. So, how far would I go? The answer had always been simple. I'd go an eternity plus a day past crestfallen.

They say you never forget your first love, and that's true. But some loves wrap themselves around your heart and never let go. They're not just your first love but your forever love.That's what Blue is to me. My first, only, and forever love.I met him when I was 19 years old. He was playing the guitar in a park with his adorable dog at his side. His smile made my heart race, and his eyes stilled my soul. I was completely captivated by his alluring melancholy. We fell hard and fast, and I dreamed of a forever with him.Then he disappeared without a trace.Five years later, I found him. Famous. Charming. Still just as in love with me as I was with him.But behind the fame and the sexy smile the quiet, tortured soul I met in the park years ago still lived. I was naive. I didn't realize that Blue, my love, was fighting a battle no one could see.Not even me.He called me the keeper of his heart, and I guarded it fiercely. He promised me all his tomorrows, and I cherished every single one.I never wanted or needed a perfect love. I only wanted his love. Our love.This is our story. It's raw and sexy and beautiful and sad and filled with endless ups and downs.They say love conquers all, and I hope-I believe-that's true.

When you're a star athlete and hire a bodyguard to protect your daughter but…The agency sends you an adorable 5 foot 2 brunette that barely looks capable of protecting herself, let alone anyone else.Turns out "Ryan" is Emerson Ryan, former FBI. She drop-kicks your butt to the ground to prove her point.She's more than capable of protecting Bristol, your little girl…But you shouldn't be turned on by her fierceness.Everyone thinks she's your daughter's nanny, including Bristol. Emerson looks the part and goes along with it at your insistence until she's forced to be your daughter's babysitter.With a professional hockey career on the line, you need Emerson by your side. But questions will arise the moment you hire a "second" nanny for Bristol, and you don't want to worry your daughter about the threat to her safety.The next best thing?Hire Emerson as your fake girlfriend. She can protect Bristol, and you get a little extra publicity when the news learns about your new spicy romance.But how long can you pretend everything is fake when the sparks are real?This steamy hockey romance book features a grumpy single dad, a sizzling romance with plenty of drama. No cheating. Standalone. HEA.

Includes excerpt from A Promise of Peridot, the next book in the Sacred Stones trilogy

Jordan has nowhere else to go when her boyfriend offers to let her move in with him and his dad. Working a dead-end job, with her relationship sputtering, she jumps at the opportunity, expecting to help out around the house in exchange. What she doesn't anticipate is for her heart to race every time Pike pulls into the driveway, or to burn when their eyes meet over the breakfast table. He's kind and listens to her and protects her in a way no man ever has before. Her sister once told her there are no good men, and if you find one, he's probably unavailable ike isn't the unavailable one...she is. As the days go by, Pike's finding it anything but simple to have his son's girlfriend living in his house. He can't stop thinking about her and holding his breath every time they cross paths. It feels like she's becoming a part of him. Except he knows they're not free to give in to this. How could they when he's her boyfriend's father?

What happens when a shy virgin raised in purity culture asks her gorgeous, player best friend to take her V-card?I've been in love with Cole Walker since the first day he walked into class and sat beside me. Who could blame me? Six foot five, gorgeous, and a sweetheart to boot. He's charming enough to get any girl he wants.The plan was to make him fall in love with me, get married, and give him all my firsts.Too bad he's never once looked at me that way. I don't know how to flirt, and I've been stuck in the friend-zone for years.I'm 21 now. And this summer, I'm going to ask him to take my V-card with no strings attached.But when I tell Cole my request, his reaction is not what I expect. He's furious and over-the-top protective. He won't touch me, but apparently no one else can either. It doesn't make any sense.Until we share a kiss that makes the world stand still, and I begin to wonder...maybe I've misread him all along.

HIS TREASURE AND HIS OBSESSION...Despite her longing for the sea, Macy has clung to the safety of land for half her life, devoting herself to her daily routine - until she agrees to go sailing with a childhood friend. Her fears come to fruition when a sudden storm capsizes their boat, rekindling her old terror. She awakens to a rescuer who is anything but human - and he refuses to let her go. Treated like a curiosity and a possession, she's desperate to go home. Yet Macy is undeniably drawn to this strange creature. Can she give up her old life, her family and friends, to embrace this adventure...and Jax?HER SAVIOR AND HER CAPTOR...Jax the Wanderer is a hunter, an explorer, and an oddity among his kind. While other kraken are content near their dens, Jax is driven by a deep need to journey far and wide, discovering the unknown corners of the sea. Macy challenges everything he's known; she is the most alluring creature he's ever seen on his travels. He must possess her, though he knows it can only end in disaster. How much is he willing to forsake for the female he desires?

WELCOME TO BLACKWOOD INSTITUTE.HOME TO THE DANGEROUS AND DISTURBED.Brooklyn West, a convicted murderer and diagnosed Schizophrenic, is given an offer she can't refuse-attend the prestigious Blackwood Institute and complete its three-year experimental program, or rot behind bars for the rest of her life.The deal is simple.Or so she thought.Within the institute's blood-soaked walls lies a harrowing reality, painted as a medical marvel to the outside world.Brooklyn doesn't care what terrors await.She has one mission; to end her own life.Four broken fellow patients are determined to derail her plans. All carrying secrets of their own, Kade, Hudson, Eli and Phoenix will stop at nothing to save Brooklyn from herself.Together, they must fight to survive Blackwood's horrors.Even if it means becoming the monsters themselves.Get all three books in the internationally bestselling Blackwood Institute series for one price, plus three brand new bonus scenes and an exclusive 9,000 word extended epilogue set after BI #3.This is a dark, why choose romance trilogy with morally grey antiheroes, a fierce, scarred heroine embracing her inner darkness and mind-bending plot twists from start to finish.

This book is a part of the Korean Made Easy series, a bestseller in self-study Korean language books. This volume helps beginner and intermediate students learn Korean through examples of real-life situations. Part 1 deals with 50 expressions which are very often used in everyday situations, and readers may even practice conversations skills with these expressions. Part 2 introduces 24 conversational examples visitors are likely to experience in Korea, along with vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar and cultural content that are useful in real-life situations.*Developing conversational skills by practicing real-life situations!**The book allows beginning to intermediate students (A2~B1) who have knowledge of Hangul, tense and basic elements to learn practical conversational Korean. The "grammar rehearsal" and "conversation rehearsal" parts provide practice for vocabulary and grammar, ultimately resulting in increased communication skills.*Conversations are provided in both slow pace and regular pace for enhanced listening skills!**Part 2 offers two versions of conversations; once slow and then at regular speed so students may understand the audio better. Students may also repeatedly listen to the pronunciation of native speakers using the QR code, for enhanced listening skills.*A fun way to understand the cultural background of the Korean language!**In the final part of each chapter in part 2, various information about Korean life and culture is provided in Spanish to help students better understand Korea and Koreans in general. A fun way to self-study!

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"A rising star musician has a second chance at love with an old flame she remembers all too well in this swoony romance ... Riley Wynn went from a promising singer-songwriter to a superstar overnight, thanks to her breakup song concept album and its unforgettable lead single. When Riley's ex-husband claims the hit song is about him, she does something she hasn't in ten years and calls Max Harcourt, her college boyfriend and the real inspiration for the song of the summer. Max hasn't spoken to Riley since their relationship ended. He's content with managing the retirement home his family owns, but it's not the life he dreamed of filled with music. When Riley asks him to go public as her songwriting muse, he agrees on one condition: he'll join her in her band on tour. As they perform across the country, Max and Riley start to realize that while they hit some wrong notes in the past, their future could hold incredible things. And their rekindled relationship will either last forever or go down in flames"--

"From renowned Zen Buddhist teacher Haemin Sunim, a guide to turning life's challenges into opportunities for self-discovery Have you ever felt like life has thrown you a curveball? Are you struggling to overcome unexpected challenges and setbacks? While loss, heartbreak, and loneliness are all part of the human experience, in this warm guide, internationally bestselling author Haemin Sunim shows us that these moments can actually be rare opportunities for self-discovery, serving as stepping stones to greater things in life. Drawing on Zen Buddhist philosophy and Sunim's own experiences, When Things Don't Go Your Way helps you navigate life's challenges with resilience and grace. Whether you're dealing with rejection, uncertainty, loneliness, conflicts in relationships, or burnout--or simply seeking to improve your mental and emotional well-being--Sunim offers a new spiritual perspective, one that helps us face life's challenges with greater ease and understanding, and offers solace and courage when we need it the most"--

My move to Texas was always meant to be temporary.I rented a house so small it could fit in my closet in LA.And I only brought, like, three dozen sexy outfits appropriate for seduction.See? Temporary.And then I ran into a sexy SEAL with the boy next door appeal, and I wanted him.Not to keep, just for a little while...Just for a night, or two.But ten tests later and it looks like I might end up with him for a lot longer than either of us planned.What's a girl to do when Mr. Temporary starts to look a lot like Mr. Forever?

Lily was five years old when she entered the Snow Moon Pack. She has no memory of her previous life, or which pack she came from. Found in the middle of the night raiding the packhouse kitchen for food, she was taken in by the reigning Alpha and Luna. However, she is far from being treated as a pack member. Her whole life she was subjected to punishment and abuse, made to work as a slave for the pack. Her wolf, Aya, is her only friend.Dimitri Varlos is the Alpha of the Blood Moon Pack. He is known for being heartless, cruel, merciless; A bloodthirsty killer. Years of not being able to find his fated mate have led him to believe the Moon Goddess, Mother of Wolves, does not intend to gift him with one. Until the night he meets Lily, and his world will change forever.She is rebellious. Headstrong. She tests his patience like no other before. Will Lily accept the supposed cruelest Alpha alive to be her mate? Will Demitri prove he can be what she deserves? Or will jealousy, rivals, and lies tear them apart?

Cherish is a captivating novel penned by the renowned author Tracy Wolff. Published by the esteemed Little, Brown Book Group, this literary masterpiece was unveiled to the world on July 6, 2023. A beacon of the genre it represents, Cherish is a testament to Wolff's skillful storytelling and deep understanding of human emotions. The book invites readers into a world woven with words, where every page turn is a new adventure. The narrative is beautifully enriched by Wolff's signature style, adding a unique charm to the book. With Cherish, Tracy Wolff once again proves why she is a beloved figure in the literary world. Published by Little, Brown Book Group, the book is a must-have addition to your collection. Immerse yourself in the world of Cherish and let Tracy Wolff take you on an unforgettable journey.

The epic story continues in Charm, the fifth in New York Times bestselling author Tracy Wolff's lush, action-packed and romantic young adult paranormal fantasy series.'Fandom's new favourite vampire romance obsession' Hypable'This generation's Twilight' Lynn Rush 'I'm having the BEST book hangover. Filled with danger, humour, and heart, Crave proves that vampires are definitely back!' J. Kenner'Beautifully descriptive with amazing pacing and wonderfully sinister settings' Christine Feehan...................He's under my skin . . .After Katmere, I shouldn't be surprised by anything. Including the existence of a world beyond my world called the Shadow Realm. Yet here I am, stuck in a strange, dangerous place with the worst of the supernaturals, the monster that other monsters fear: Hudson Vega. He might be Jaxon's brother and ridiculously hot, but he's a complete bona fide pain in my ass.The question is whether we'll find a way out before I kill him . . or run out of time.She's stealing my heart . . . It's a truth universally known - at least according to Grace - that everything is my fault. But I have a nasty suspicion that Grace isn't as human as she thinks, and she's the one keeping us trapped. Now we'll have to work together not only to survive, but to save all those we've come to call family who live here.Because there's something connecting us. Something stronger than fear . . . and way more bloody dangerous....................Don't miss a single book in the series that spawned a phenomenon! The Crave series is best enjoyed in order:CraveCrushCovetCourtCharmCherish'Suffice it to say: I have a new book boyfriend!' Pintip Dunn'Intricately crafted, deeply romantic' Victoria Scott'Funny, smart, and compelling' Emily McKay

The epic story continues in Court, the fourth in New York Times bestselling author Tracy Wolff's lush, action-packed and romantic young adult paranormal fantasy series.'Fandom's new favourite vampire romance obsession' Hypable'This generation's Twilight' Lynn Rush 'I'm having the BEST book hangover. Filled with danger, humour, and heart, Crave proves that vampires are definitely back!' J. Kenner'Beautifully descriptive with amazing pacing and wonderfully sinister settings' Christine Feehan...................No one survived the last battle unscathed. Flint is angry at the world, Jaxon is turning into something I don't recognize, and Hudson has put up a wall I'm not sure I'll ever break through.Now war is coming, and we're not ready. We're going to need an army to have any hope of winning. But first, there are questions about my ancestors that need answers. Answers that might just reveal who the real monster is among us.And that's saying something in a world filled with bloodthirsty vampires, immortal gargoyles, and an ancient battle between two gods.There's no guarantee that anyone will be left standing when the dust settles, but if we want to save this world, I have no choice. I'll have to embrace every part of me...even the parts I fear the most....................Don't miss a single book in the series that spawned a phenomenon! The Crave series is best enjoyed in order:CraveCrushCovetCourtCharmCherish'Suffice it to say: I have a new book boyfriend!' Pintip Dunn'Intricately crafted, deeply romantic' Victoria Scott'Funny, smart, and compelling' Emily McKay

Grace's story continues in Covet, the third in New York Times bestselling author Tracy Wolff's lush, action-packed and romantic young adult paranormal fantasy series.'Fandom's new favourite vampire romance obsession' Hypable'This generation's Twilight' Lynn Rush'I'm having the BEST book hangover. Filled with danger, humour, and heart, Crave proves that vampires are definitely back!' J. Kenner'Beautifully descriptive with amazing pacing and wonderfully sinister settings' Christine Feehan...................I may have reached my breaking point. As if trying to graduate from a school for supernaturals isn't stressful enough, my relationship status has gone from complicated to a straight-up dumpster fire.Oh, and the Bloodletter has decided to drop a bomb of epic proportions on us all . . . Then again, when has anything at Katmere Academy not been intense?And the hits just keep coming. Jaxon's turned colder than an Alaskan winter. The Circle is splintered over my upcoming coronation. As if things couldn't get worse, now there's an arrest warrant for Hudson's and my supposed crimes - which apparently means a lifetime prison sentence with a deadly unbreakable curse.Choices will have to be made . . . and I fear not everyone will survive....................Don't miss a single book in the series that spawned a phenomenon! The Crave series is best enjoyed in order:CraveCrushCovetCourtCharmCherish'Suffice it to say: I have a new book boyfriend!' Pintip Dunn'Intricately crafted, deeply romantic' Victoria Scott'Funny, smart, and compelling' Emily McKay

'I told you the crown came at a cost.'Fortuna's world has been transformed. The faerie court is whispering in her head, her brother has lost touch with reality and an obstinate werewolf won't leave her side.And then there's Collith: her enigmatic, beautiful, infuriating mate. She hates him, so why is he causing her such turmoil?But as the new Queen of the Unseelie Court she is determined to uproot the corruption around her. The question is not if she has the strength - it's whether she can survive long enough.

She had one rule: never sleep with someone twice.Then Faith Hitchin met Elijah Fairclough and the Baroness' son with the heart of an artist scorched her rule out of existence.Then he shattered her heart.Burned and hurting Faith battles to regain control of the protective barriers she keeps around her heart. But when two souls meet with the passion and Fire of artist and muse, walking away may not be an option.When Faith's last rule smashes and takes them both down with it, there may be tears of glass neither of them can survive.

All of Faith Hitchin's rules are broken, shattered forever with a promise made in front of glass.It should be easy; plan a wedding, prepare for a TV show and spend her life with the man she loves.But, the demons of the past don't care about rules and promises. As Elijah and Faith try to carve a life for themselves, deep secrets long buried will come to challenge them one final time. Old friendships will break her heart as her past and present clash with tragic results.While Faith faces the memories of her shattered childhood and the Faircloughs play games with her future. Will she be strong enough to stand firm and not run? When her ultimate challenge arrives Faith will need to decide what sort of woman she wants to be. Will she remember the promises made with gold before her tears run free forever.