These parallels should give readers the sense that they would get along, if not for whatever obstacle warped their opinions of each other in the beginning. He must have the chaste, sensuous enchantress who is sworn … Continue reading The Wolf and the Dove →, THE FIRST PSY/CHANGELING NOVEL from the New York Times bestselling author of Shards of Hope, Shield of Winter, and Heart of Obsidian…The book that Christine Feehan called “a must-read for all of my fans.” In a world that denies emotions, where the ruling Psy punish any sign of desire, Sascha Duncan must conceal the feelings that brand her as flawed. At her own … Continue reading I Hate You →, A sexy standalone novel from New York Times and international bestselling author Elle Kennedy Everyone says opposites attract. They never fight. This novella was sold to me as “Virginia Woolf and Vita Sackville-West’s love letters, but in an enemies-to-lovers time travel agents au”. But as she spent months watching him, Meg’s feelings began to change. Sherilee Gray’s raw, hard, beautiful, deeply-emotional voice will leave readers breathless. Now Ethan must find a way to make her surrender. But when he’s captured by the very woman he sought to rescue, he’s thrown into the magical and dangerous world of the Other—half … Continue reading Shadow’s Curse →, Combines Issues #1-5. Faced with a future of exile and scorn, Gauri has nothing left to lose. 24 Of The Best Enemies-To-Lovers TV Couples Of All Time. Ever since his mother’s death, Gabriel has harbored only one wish: To take down the man who ruined their lives. Gabriel Woolf is unstoppable. Sara Rider scores with this charming romance about soccer stars battling their tough opponents and playing the field of love. She’ll have to run him out of the neighborhood to become … Continue reading Feud →, An enriching story of family ties, broken hearts, and second chances from New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Probst. He doesn’t know how to stop or even slow down. You get the point. Daughter of a racing legend, she is eager to show the world that she has inherited her father’s talent in the male-dominated sport of professional motorcycle racing. Maybe it’s time they swapped places… When overachiever Leena Cotton is ordered to take a two-month sabbatical after blowing a big presentation at work, she escapes to her grandmother Eileen’s house for some overdue rest. Steady and strong, but not particularly interesting. .well, you know. The man I let into my panties for one night of hot hate sex after my ex dumped me. Read more. The plot is complex, with layers of mystery. . Shay Goldstein has been a producer at her Seattle public radio station for nearly a decade, and she can’t imagine working anywhere else. It’s worth noting that the characters aren’t likely to confess their love without feeling some shred of reciprocity. When I’m not banging her silly and myself stupid. As one of London’t most elite hunters, Christopher Argent never misses his mark and always gets his man. Of course, Daniel Wolcott—the Earl of Thornton and the only man ever able to vex her—shows up to rescue her. With food to cook, social media accounts to manage, and a little sister to look … Continue reading North to You →, Three sinfully handsome dukes, three scores to settle, three hearts about to meet their matches. Winning the future duchess’s patronage means prestige and fortune for Marcelline and her sisters. Preferably one with a large fortune and a complete lack of curiosity. There are several reasons why the characters might be struggling with their feelings. There’s no one Pax Sullivan wants to run into less than Gemma Thornton. Since only one of them … Continue reading I Kissed Alice →, Former Emperor’s consort Ling Suyin is renowned for her beauty; the ultimate seductress. We love new books here; finding new books to read and new books to obsess over, that might appeal to us. But The Reestablishment sees it as a gift, sees her as an opportunity. But what am I to do? Lainey Lukas has sacrificed everything—sleep, family, carbs, a life—to earn her spot as the top player and captain of the Seattle Falcons women’s soccer team. And catching the sinister creatures might cost Veritas her own life. Handsome, fearless, and commanding, William de Brus has been summoned by the king … Continue reading Rising Fire →, She came to him as a precious gift, a naked angel rolled in a rug. Fortunately for Prince Marius, her assassination goes awry, and Arabelle flees, leaving behind only her dagger. Beau Winston is the nicest, most accommodating guy in the world. When he finds out about the office pool betting on how long it’ll take … Continue reading 69 Million Things I Hate About You →, A romance about confronting fears, making music, and learning to be true. We also may use affiliate links in our posts, as well. Worlds Collide… Yet, as a violent machine-breakers rebellion rages across England, an undeniable attraction flares between the passionate … Continue reading Seducing Charlotte →, Aubry Kaiser doesn’t like people—actually, that’s not right. … Continue reading The Unhoneymooners →, Hijacking an Englishman from a brothel is all in a day’s work for Captain Mattie St. Armand. Ideal romantic partner: A woman of means, with beauty and brains, … Continue reading The Most Dangerous Duke in London →, What woman wouldn’t want a smokin’ hot cowboy in her life? Now, though she enjoys nothing more than getting on his last nerve, she can’t deny Max … Continue reading All the Ways to Ruin a Rogue →, From popular romance author Kate Meader comes the second novel in Hot in Chicago, a brand-new, sizzling series that follows a group of firefighting foster siblings and their blazing hot love interests! Back in high school, she revved his heart more than street racing. First on his list is the so-called Seer of London, Justin Lazarus. Coming from a long line of NYPD’s finest, Luc knows that being a cop has nothing to do with headlines and viral videos, and he’s more than ready to get back … Continue reading Frisk Me →, By edict of the king, the mighty Scottish laird Alec Kincaid must take an English bride. It’s why she offered to help her sister and brother-in-law move across the country. Strategy: Bring the hottest fake boyfriend on the planet. So when the Duke of Harlowe–the man who destroyed her brother and led to the downfall of her family–appears at the country … Continue reading Not the Duke’s Darling →, Enemies make the worst neighbors, but the best lovers After losing her job, her home, and her friends in her divorce, Nora Pitts is determined not to make the same mistakes when she starts over in the small town of Shadow Creek, Washington. Let's just say, Christine Zolendz nailed the whole enemies to lovers theme. Some are the quintessential enemies to lovers, some take it to the extreme, others are not as obvious but sill have the enemies to lovers vibe I … Hyper-gifted artist Rhodes has always excelled at Alabama’s Conservatory of the Arts despite a secret bout of creator’s block, while transfer student Iliana tries to outshine everyone with her intense, competitive work ethic. Military man. Article Continues Below One of my favorite enemies-to-lovers relationships is Warden and … Emmie Echavarre is a professional faker. The worst part? After Mia’s mom turns away yet another cute boy, Mia and Jake decide they’ve had enough. An opportunity for a deadly weapon. If I had a dollar for every time Banner Morales made my heart skip a beat… The heart everyone assumes is frozen over. That’s how I met Rory Parker, the local billionaire trying to shut me down on behalf of the “moral majority.” He walked in with an offer I couldn’t refuse . About Me Hey there! Sam Lyons … Continue reading A Fine Romance →, Determined to destroy the Echelon she despises, Rosalind Fairchild is on seemingly easy mission. New head football coach Jack Marshall just needs to keep a steady job to win his custody battle for … Continue reading Playing at Love →, He kissed her the way he’d run her down, conquering her, taking her… A priceless plan. The only thing crazier than honeymooning with Lydia is waking up married to her. But while many a man has since wooed the dazzling Olivia Eversea, none has ever … Continue reading The Legend of Lyon Redmond →, Maya Banks, the New York Times bestselling author of erotic romance, romantic suspense, and contemporary romance, has captivated readers with her steamy Scottish historical novels, perfect for fans of Julie Garwood. He’s made enemies in the rough-and-tumble ride to the top of Houston’s oil industry. I was so ready to get queerbaited the entire last season, but plot twist: THE CHARACTERS EVERYBODY SHIPPED ACTUALLY GOT TOGETHER!" Joan Comyn swore allegiance to Robert the Bruce the day she witnessed England’s barbarous king torturing her famous mother, Scot patriot Bella MacDuff. But in the eyes of her father, who runs a Michelin starred restaurant, she can do no wrong. Alaina MacGaren is forced to flee the devastation of her homeland in the guise of a young boy, only to find sanctuary in the arms of an enemy. . Enemies may be forced to work together to achieve a common goal and come to respect one another, building slowly to a sexual relationship. Anjali and Tex were the only people to stand by her after she was falsely branded a traitor and kicked out of Central Command five years ago. The last thing I expect is for the Alpha to recognize me as his fated mate. Ronan Knight and his old-school sports bar next door opening on the very same day. So when the star of The Festival of Masks is nixed and Trix is unexpectedly thrust into the spotlight, it’s exactly the push she needs. Now she has impetuously tracked him to the wilds of Scotland, insisting that he return home to face a … Continue reading Moonlight on My Mind →, From the New York Times bestselling author of I Thee Wed comes a Wicked Worthingtons novel of a love that will not be denied…. She’s charming and accommodating and prides herself on being loved by everyone at Bexley … Continue reading The Hating Game →, She will not give up… Three months ago, governess Serena Barton was let go from her position. . Carrigan O’Malley has always known her arranged marriage would be more about power and prestige than passion. . But when the once-rat-infested-but-now-thriving Harlem lot goes up for sale, Ty can’t just let all their hard work get plowed under. The Rake Lord Ian Chance has three pleasures: beautiful women, fast horses, and tormenting high-and-mighty Corinna Mowbray. He needs help! For just as long, Reggie has never admitted her true feelings for him. Lupin III and Fujiko have been around the block together a lot, ever since August 10, 1967, when Lupin III was created… But when his latest target turns out to be a woman—the popular, and stunningly beautiful, actress Millie LeCour—it turns his whole … Continue reading The Hunter →, SHE FOLLOWS THE RULES As the Collegium council’s top sheriff of the southeastern United States, Valeria Banning doesn’t just take her job seriously, she takes it personally. Not about … Continue reading Queen of Swords →, Jay na Thalang is a demanding, driven genius. He’s universally adored by fans and the media. By contrast, her sister Ami is an eternal champion . After a series of dead-end tech internships, she has no choice but to return home to live with her neurotic mother. She’s inherited the crumbling Greyson Park, but the disrepair does nothing to dissuade her. A good man is a lot like the perfect car. The Six Prefectures of Zhongbo were ceded away in surrender to the external enemies, and Shen Zechuan was taken into custody in the capital, reduced to *a drowning dog loathed and condemned by all. Syrah Ardani tried independence – but the call of the Napa Valley hills and rolling vineyards of her family’s winery have brought her home again. Until Jade, he never seriously considered anything beyond a “Wife-For-A-Night.” … Continue reading The Big Girl’s Guide to Buying Lingerie →, Go-getter Georgia Paxton has ten days to acquire a quaint hotel in the Scottish Highlands for her travel accommodation company before she’s off on her next grand adventure. Dimples. A princess trained from childhood to be a lethal spy, Lara knows that the Bridge Kingdom represents both legendary evil – and legendary promise. . The characters are carefully crafted and three-dimensional. WHEN A LADY TAKES TO THE ROAD TO PLAY ROBIN HOOD Lady Quince Winthrop has been robbing from society’s rich and giving to Edinburgh’s poor for years. . Which means he needs Natalia Vega. … Continue reading Seduction of a Highland Lass →, “We met in a nightmare. Ever. And Cassie doesn’t do trouble. At his sisters’ B & B and farm, he can keep all his pain at a safe distance. What she is not is forgiving. But the more time she spends with her nemesis, … Continue reading Intermediate Thermodynamics →, Tobin Scott, otherwise known as Count Eberlin of Denmark, has returned to Hadley Green, the site of his father’s hanging for thievery fifteen years ago. I’m at your service. . He may be the suave and charming heir to an earl, as well as the most handsome man on earth, but she can’t forget how he abandoned a friend in … Continue reading Love in the Time of Scandal →. One thing I talk about in each section is the character flaw or the flawed ideology. . After her life falls apart, recruitment consultant Layla Patel returns home to her family in San Francisco. But… Why is this trope such a popular choice for writers, readers, and roleplayers alike? So she sets out to make things right, only to find gruff, grieving Aiden O’Leary doesn’t … Continue reading Luck of the Draw →, If adventure has a name…it must be Lady India Rochester. She’s a rebellious noblewoman. A classic office enemies to lovers romance, with GREAT banter. The Devil’s own bargain . Family history: Scandalous. Bryce Walker … Continue reading No Better Man →, A sparkling prize of war The beautiful, cherished daughter of Scottish nobility, Melusine of Ulle had all the privileges of rank. … Continue reading Hard Cover →, Ranulf Ombrier’s fame throughout 13th century England for his skill at swordplay is rivaled only by his notoriety as King Edward I’s favorite killer. This is a great opportunity to write a redemption arc for one (or both) of the characters, which can make readers feel even more emotionally attached to the characters. 15 I Love Yoo (2017 - PRESENT) Using her charm and wit, she plans to seduce her way into the emperor’s bed and deal him one final, fatal blow, sparking a battle of succession that could change the face of the empire. But lately it’s been a constant clash between her and her newest colleague, Dominic Yun, who’s fresh off a journalism master’s program and convinced he knows everything about public radio. Enemies in Love is not really a “romance,” it is a non-fiction book about the slow integration of the country and the issues surrounding it, and how those issues swirled around one particular couple, Elinor and Frederick, a black nurse and a German POW who met at a POW camp during WWII. She was fine to loathe him from afar, but now his son has entered kindergarten–and she’s the teacher. To her utter … Continue reading Neanderthal Seeks Human →, First in a brand new series featuring the members of the Nine Circles Club—friends bound together by power, secrets, need…and the love they will find and stop at nothing to keep. Arend Aubury trusts no one besides his fellow Libertine Scholars. Since then, Minka has kept as far from Command as the galaxy will allow. . It’s hard to take back nasty statements, and it can be even harder to give or accept forgiveness. Her embarrassment continues when her grade school nemesis catches her having breakup sex in a tiny, pink smart car… Sheriff Connor Lawson is the sweetheart of Sanctuary, California. . If Riley’s going to have a reputation for being an “ice princess,” then she’s going to be flawless, glacier-cold perfection. This RAW defines this as “Novels in which strong, often explicit, sexual interaction is an inherent part of the love story, character growth and relationships and could not be removed without damaging the storyline.” Want more help learning how to write short romance? Despite her family’s money, she refuses to set out on the path they’ve chosen for her. There’s … Continue reading Mann Cakes →, Smart, mainstream contemporary romance from bestselling author Caridad Pineiro. Mating with Roke was an accident;at least that’s what Sally keeps telling herself. Her objective: to gain information that will free a friend wrongly accused of murder. Bold, headstrong, beautiful: the perfect bride for a lusty Scots warrior. But things are turning very bad, very quickly because a vengeful, ancient goddess has come into the world with just one thing on her mind—ending it. 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Then the pawn broker snitches, and Mazie is captured by the Lord … Continue reading The Runaway Countess →, Keaton Bridge is exactly the kind of guy a straight-arrow like Cassie doesn’t need. How … Continue reading The Dragon and the Pearl →, When two “big name fans” go head-to-head at a convention, love isn’t the only thing at stake. After an illicit meeting goes dreadfully wrong, Rachelle is forced to make a terrible choice that binds her to the very evil she had hoped to defeat. But her streak ends when she meets beautiful FBI agent Savannah Brown. As a ship’s captain, highborn bastard Morgan Pryce has spent his life sailing away from England. But the tour includes Sydney and Rielle has spent years trying to deal with the tragedy that happened there. Ever since she was his childhood nemesis, he’s tried-and failed-to get the better of her. Draco Malfoy Imagines by 1-800-sendnudesdaddy ( a free sprit ) with 3,681 reads easy to... 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