"A brand new short story collection from one of the UK's most popular authors - ""Short and Sweet "contains fifteen short stories by Anna Jacobs, each with an introduction by the author. From the gentle romance of 'Kissing Emily Baker', to the trials and tribulations of a young family setting out for a new life in 1920s Australia in 'Group Settlers Wife', ""this collection will enthral both Anna Jacobs' many fans and new readers alike.About the AuthorAnna Jacobs grew up in Lancashire and emigrated to Australia in 1973, but loves to return to England and visit her family. She has two adult daughters and lives with her husband in a spacious waterfront home. Views: 68
Cecily is enchanted when she meets photographer Rosalind, and soon longs to learn more about this "art of the future" and become a famous photographer herself. Believing Rosalind to be the perfect match for her widowed father, Cecily conspires to unite the pair, but her father's friend keeps spoiling her plans. Will Cecily's dreams ever come true? Views: 68
Runaway Groom By Fiona Lowe Book three of Wedding Fever Amy Sagar’s life is
in ruins. Fired from her fast-track job and dumped by her double-crossing boyfriend, she
retreats to Whitetail, Wisconsin, to lick her wounds and regroup. Meeting an impossible,
sexy Australian isn’t part of her strategy for getting back on track. Ben Armytage is
running away. After being left at the altar and publicly humiliated, he’s taking his
vintage motorcycle on an extended road trip from Argentina to Alaska. Having his journey
interrupted by a breakdown and sharing a house with a curvy, redheaded lawyer in a town
obsessed with weddings was never on his itinerary. Though being stuck in a luxury log
cabin isn’t really a hardship, living together with their broken hearts isn’t easy. When
the attraction between Amy and Ben proves unstoppable, they’ll both begin rethinking
their plans... For more weddings in Whitetail, check out Saved by the Bride and Picture
Perfect Wedding, available now! 99,000 words Views: 68
Read this classic romance by USA Today bestselling author Carole Mortimer, now available for the first time in e-book! Playing the millionaire's mistress Hot-shot London investor Reed Hunter needs his secretary, Darcy Faversham, to pose as his mistress during a business trip to America. Someone is sabotaging his US business deals and Reed needs Darcy to divert attention from the real reason for his visit... Darcy finds the chance to get closer to Reed too tempting to deny. However Darcy can't pretend to be in love with Reed...not when she suspects she already is! Originally published in 1986 Views: 68
Ruled by duty... A king among men, Sheikh Zafir cannot allow emotion or feelings to color his judgment. His carnal desires must be curbed for the sake of peace in his kingdom. But his control is tested by the feisty Fern Davenport; Zafir must have her. Driven by desire... Innocent Fern Davenport tries to resist the sheikh's skillful seduction--she knows that he could never marry her. But under the blistering sun an incendiary thirst awakes, and one incredible night results in a very lasting consequence. Now this sheikh must claim his heir and his bride! Seven Sexy Sins--The true taste of temptation! Views: 68
Justina was in a dilemma. As she listened to his words, she realized her plan had backfired. "But we're not strangers, are we?" he questioned grimly. "We're husband and wife and somehow I don't find your explanations very reassuring." Who was this man? And why should she let herself care about an amnesia victim? After all, she only needed him to act as her husband temporarily. She had hated the real Andrew. But this man made her feel altogether different. Views: 68
She’s looking for a future with roots from her past… For Alesha Reed, coming back to Hope Falls is bittersweet. Twenty years ago it was her home, but that was when her family was still together. Now she’s returning to take over her father’s beloved book store – Read Between the Lines – while he deals with a health crisis. For years Alesha longed for the town, the people, the sense of belonging she once felt and she’s ready for her fresh start amidst the familiar. He’s seeing an important part of his past as a key to his future… Reece Brooks has called Hope Falls home for most of his life, but when the opportunity arose to give him a little breathing room from the close-knit community, he took it. It’s normally business-as-usual when he comes home for a visit, so imagine his surprise when this visit home brings him face to face with the first girl to ever break his heart. Granted, they were only seven years old at the time, but still. Fate has brought the girl he’s never forgotten back into his life. Unfortunately, Reece is only in Hope Falls for a limited time and Alesha’s ready to lay down roots there. Can you really find your soulmate at the age of seven or walk away when you find them again? In their wildest dreams, Reece and Alesha never imagined that their first love would be their greatest love. ** Views: 68
Rachel could tell something was wrong Rachel had been hesitant to spend the Christmas holiday with the Shards in their Newcastle home. After all, Liz and Rob were Jaime's parents and might have been Rachel's in-laws had circumstances been different. But Jaime Shard had lied--a lie that ended whatever there had been between him and Rachel. She was glad he never visited his parents for the holidays. She knew she wouldn't have to face him again. Or so she thought--until she saw Liz Shard's worried face and heard her blurt out, "Jaime's home.... " Views: 68
One night at a party, Jane Stiles meets an intense and compelling stranger named Luke. This fateful encounter prompts her predictable life path to veer into uncharted territory, sweeping her along on a frightening erotic journey into the world of bondage, domination and submission. How far down this dark path is she willing to go? Views: 68
At five years old, Inessa Kozlova is exposed to the dangerous power a badman wields. Now, twenty years later, she’s convinced that a badman is the last thing she wants in her bed. Strong, beautiful, and independent, she’s determined to live the life she wants on her own terms. Yet, from the moment she lays eyes on her Bratva lover, her heart demands otherwise. Dominik Markov owes his life to the Bratva. Having grown up in prison, he associates his ties to the mafia with liberty. Embracing his freedom, he takes all that life has to offer—including all the women he can get. Known as the Bratva playboy, settling down is not his idea of happiness, and love is a mystery he wishes not to solve. It doesn’t take long for Inessa to learn that the power of love is more dangerous than that of any man, and she’s no match against her feelings for Dominik. Yet, it’s Dominik who is brought to his knees—tempted by the only woman who has ever made him want more. Discovering that the cost of more is surrender, he must decide what kind of badman he really is—and if the woman who tempts his heart is worth it. ** Recommended for readers 18+ due to language, violence, and sexual content** Views: 68
When school teacher Lily Barton flies to Rome at Christmas to see her brother, the last thing she expects is to be kidnapped by the demanding and sinfully attractive Count Scarletti! Captivated by his glare, will she defy his demands?Dmitri Scarletti's sister has run off with Lily's brother and until he finds them, he's holding Lily hostage. But soon Lily's fiery nature incites a white-hot heat that even the Count can't resist. He has one night beneath the mistletoe to fulfill his every desire, for in the morning he'll be forced to let her go... Won't he? Views: 68
