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Wealthy tech whiz Sena Abrigo has deep roots in the Arizona-Mexico borderlands. But when she marches into Owen Station on red-soled stilettos like she just walked off the cover of Vogue, she plans to pull this little town into the future. And she is used to getting exactly what she wants. First, she has to get past Hazel Butler.

What do you do when your hand is forced? You fight back. You kick and scream and claw your way out of it. And when you can’t kick and scream and claw any longer, your knees buckle, and you give in to the weight of the world. I never wanted this for us. I never wanted to make her my enemy, not ever, not again, but we are both trapped, and only one of us ever had a chance.

I’ve ruled these grounds for three long years. I should have been expelled on at least six separate occasions, and those are just the ones I remember between the booze and the blackouts. I was a king known for a quick fuse and an even quicker right hook. But I promised Harlow I would holster my fists senior year. Some of my classmates bring out the worst in me though and keeping that promise is going to be harder than I thought. She’s the only tether on my wrath. Pull that tether too tight, and it will snap. Then Hell will unleash on all of us.

Ian Beckett, according to Harlow: He was the mean guy of Voclain Academy, the all-American quarterback and captain who ruled Voclain with a bloodied, iron fist. He was my gorgeous enemy turned my salvation. Then he was mine. But I worry I’ve unleashed the monster from the closet, and no way am I locking him back inside. Harlow Weathersby, according to Ian: She was the only thing unattainable I’d ever wanted, beautiful but with an bite, like a snowstorm come to life. Now, she and her smart mouth are mine. She is perfectly imperfect devastation. Your move, sweetness.

What happens when the road of love is filled with detours? Or giant potholes and washed out bridges. I had the Allendale Four. Had them. In my heart. In my bed. And then...I lost them. But our bonds are linked and when one of the boys needs me, I’m there. We’re there and that’s when the road gets bumpier than ever before.

Keep calm and survive high school. That was my motto. It was easier with the Allendale Four by my side, and with college on the horizon, I had no doubt we'd have the best time of our lives. No parents. No rules. Lots of freedom. Except, even with the bullies that harassed me out of the picture, the past is hard to shake. New obstacles emerge, along with old hang-ups and bad habits.

No good deed goes unpunished. I learned that lesson the hard way when I agreed to helping my friend Justin with a favor. My platonic friend Justin. A favor that helped him with his reputation, but turned mine into the trending topic at my school.

Let me mention why falling for Charlene is not my wisest move: I need her to be my shark. And that means, I need to work very closely with her! Did I mention that I’m captivated by her innocence, by that raw talent, by the way she wins over potential investors? And she doesn’t give a f--k to my money.

Here, presented in one volume, are the four stories that comprise the Dark Desires Series, a seriously hot and provocative romance by Lucia Jordan, written in her signature style of high passion, searing depictions of sex, and emotion.

Megan is amazed when her fabulously rich and handsome boss decides to give her a very no-strings, very sexual proposition. She already found him highly desirable and he’d certainly assured her that no matter her answer, he’d respect it. So what was it going to be?

Here, presented in one volume, are the four stories that comprise the Owned Series, a seriously hot and provocative romance by Lucia Jordan, written in her signature style of high passion and emotion. Jennifer Klaus stares down, flustered, at the business card in her hand.... Mason Carmichael's name, a mysterious and sexy stranger, captures her gaze just like his gray eyes had captured Jennifer in the restaurant where she went looking for a new job. She can't bring herself to call him - he was both confident and intimidating

Kelly Miller had had enough of her cheating boyfriend, his lack of ambition and his habit of tearing her down. She tosses him and all his stuff out and swears off men forever just as the devastatingly handsome Michael Adams shows up in her life. Michael is her boss and he’s used to being in charge, but can he take charge of this feisty and wounded woman? Their relationship grows while their sex life explodes and after a revelation, Kelly realizes that perhaps Michael, the dominant and powerful man, is as wounded inside as she is.

We can't bang unless he got fang! Cherry is reeling for a nasty break-up when she gets a mysterious offer: Spend Halloween night with a handsome stranger in a vampire costume. He promises to make her troubles melt away, and he says he never breaks a promise. But while he's great in bed, does this stranger have a secret? Is his costume perhaps not a costume at all?

Gator-shifter Gavin resigned himself long ago to a lonely existence. He pours himself into running his animal sanctuary and finding meaning in helping other creatures. It's a simple life, but he doesn't expect more. Then, Celeste walks into his life. Nerdy, smart-as-hell, and full of questions, she charms him within minutes. She's his mate - he knows it. His inner gator knows it, too.

Reis got married to get a green card. However, after a tragic car accident, he's left with no fake-wife and a step-daughter he's never met. With everything turned upside down, he's got to figure out how to be the Man of the House to sassy Savannah, who has curves for days and a smile that stops his heart. It feels wrong and dirty to desire her, but he can't help it. And he thinks she just might feel the same. This is a stand-alone BBW romance for busy people - quick, steamy, and guaranteed to have a happy ending.

Noelle had always secretly been attracted to her hunky twin neighbors Rolan and Ryce. But, she’d had a boyfriend while the twin brothers always seemed to have hot, willing women in and out of their door. When Noelle catches her boyfriend cheating, it leaves her vulnerable and in need of picking up. She lets the brothers invite her for dinner at their place, never knowing she’d be tempted to finally give in to her fantasies. Will they give her the double-layered satisfaction she craves, or will they think she isn't ready to handle their special brand of passion?

CEO Marcus Rush is a man used to getting exactly what he wants, and what he wants is Tanya Larson. Since she began working for his bank, he’s waited for the right moment to begin his campaign of seduction and domination. But when Marcus visits Tanya’s branch for a surprise inspection of the vault, a mishap triggers the security system, locking them in. Now, trapped for 24 hours alone with her boss, Tanya’s resistance to temptation will be challenged beyond measure as the two get intimately acquainted…but for how long can she hold out?

Lana Watson knows the woods of New Hampshire like the back of her hand. She knows the old streets, the shops, and the cool air against her skin like a familiar caress. The place is home, and yet it has never felt more isolating. Ever since college, Lana has thrown her dreams into older men who have only hurt her, only treated her like a worthless thing. She is not ready to love again. She doubts she ever will be.

The day Keri Ann Williams graduated high school was the day she lit out of Raven’s Bend like the hounds of hell were on her heels. Fifteen years is a long time to be away from where you grew up, but in Keri’s case, it wasn’t long enough. Now, she must make the journey back to her hometown to deal with her father’s estate and put old ghosts to rest once and for all. Her plan of attack: Get in, get done, and get the hell out. It was a good plan until she ran into Jase Tyler and Courtland Shaw, the source of her teenage torment - only now, they were different.

Levi wants to show Kelly the benefits of letting go and surrendering to a moment fueled by passion and desire. The question is, will Kelly have the strength to let go? Kelly Sharp has no time for love. In her life, everything must be under control, and there’s no place for messy emotions or out-of-control passion. It’s Kelly’s severe attitude that is the key to her success - the young CEO of her family business, and a woman to be reckoned with. But when she meets Levi, the sexy fireman who saves her from an office fire, Kelly’s life is turned upside down.