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California 1901
by Clifford JackmanA Random House Canada Shorts Original The explosive companion piece to Clifford Jackman's The Winter Family: when a burned man appears on a farm in rural California, looking for work and somewhere to die, the good folks there take him in. But the burned man has a past, and it's about to catch up with him. "California 1901" captures the old West in its death throes--a psychotic Pinkerton agent searching for oil, a sharpshooter with his hands tied, a gambler lost in San Francisco's Chinatown, and a burned man, not quite dead and not who he says he is, bracing for one last fight. In a new century, on the edge of America, a final reckoning awaits. An eBook short.
California 1901
by Clifford JackmanA Vintage Shorts OriginalThe explosive companion piece to Clifford Jackman's The Winter Family: when a burned man appears on a farm in rural California, looking for work and somewhere to die, the good folks there take him in. But the burned man has a past, and it's about to catch up with him. "California 1901" captures the old West in its death throes--a psychotic Pinkerton agent searching for oil, a sharpshooter with his hands tied, a gambler lost in San Francisco's Chinatown, and a burned man, not quite dead and not who he says he is, bracing for one last fight. In a new century, on the edge of America, a final reckoning awaits. An eBook short.
The Winter Family
by Clifford JackmanTracing a gang of ruthless outlaws from its birth during the American Civil War to a final bloody showdown in the Territory of Oklahoma, The Winter Family is a hyperkinetic Western noir and a full-on assault to the senses. From the 1860s to the 1880s, the outlaws known as the Winter Family roam the harsh frontier, both serving and battling the fierce advance of civilization. Among its twisted specimens are the psychopathic killer Quentin Ross, the mean and moronic Empire brothers, the impassive ex-slave Fred Johnson, and the gunslinging child prodigy, Lukas Riddle. At the centre of this ultraviolent storm is their cold, dandified and golden-eyed leader, Augustus Winter--a man with a pathological resistance to the rules of society and a preternatural gift for butchery. From their political thuggery during a Chicago election to their work as bounty hunters in the deserts of Arizona, Winter and his crew follow a grim, borderland morality that plays out, time and again, in ruthless carnage. With its haunting, hard-edged style, The Winter Family is a feverishly paced meditation on human nature, violence and the deep contradictions of progress.
The Winter Family: A Novel
by Clifford JackmanA Globe & Mail Top 100 Book of 2015Longlisted for The 2015 Giller PrizeA Finalist for the Governor General's Literary Prize"Sadistic but mesmerizing..."-- The New York Times Book ReviewTracing a group of ruthless outlaws from its genesis during the American Civil War all the way to a final bloody stand in the Oklahoma territories, The Winter Family is a hyperkinetic Western noir that reads like a full-on assault to the senses. Spanning the better part of three decades, The Winter Family traverses America's harsh, untamed terrain, both serving and opposing the fierce advance of civilization. Among its twisted specimens, the Winter Family includes the psychopathic killer Quentin Ross, the mean and moronic Empire brothers, the impassive ex-slave Fred Johnson, and the dangerous child prodigy Lukas Shakespeare But at the malevolent center of this ultraviolent storm is their cold, hardened leader, Augustus Winter--a man with an almost pathological resistance to the rules of society and a preternatural gift for butchery. From their service as political thugs in a brutal Chicago election to their work as bounty hunters in the deserts of Arizona, there's a hypnotic logic to Winter's grim borderland morality that plays out, time and again, in ruthless carnage. With its haunting, hard-edged style, The Winter Family is a feverishly paced meditation on human nature and the dark contradictions of progress.From the Hardcover edition.
All For Love: What A Westmoreland Wants A Wife For A Westmoreland (The\westmorelands Ser. #18)
by Brenda JacksonTwo classic Westmoreland novels from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson WHAT A WESTMORELAND WANTS He's been biding his time, and now the perfect opportunity has arrived for Callum Austell to pursue the ultimate object of his affections. Offering Gemma a job to decorate his new home means she has to come to him. And on his territory, the Aussie knows he can easily woo her into his bed. But this Westmoreland woman is no pushover. If Callum is to get what he wants-as always-the millionaire just might have to utter those three little words first. A WIFE FOR A WESTMORELAND A Night to Remember... For weeks, Derringer Westmoreland is haunted by memories of a woman whose face he cannot recall. But he wants and needs to share their intense passion again. When he finally tracks down his mystery woman, he is blown away by surprise. Lucia Conyers is his sister-in-law's best friend and his fantastic one-night stand! And she refuses to become one of Derringer's women. For the first time in his charmed life, the rancher has some persuading to do. And if he wants to win Lucia's heart, he must be ready to risk his own....
Dreams of Forever: Seduction, Westmoreland Style / Spencer's Forbidden Passion (Mills And Boon Kimani Arabesque Ser. #10)
by Brenda JacksonTwo classic, must-read novels from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson The Westmorelands series, collected here in one volume!Seduction, Westmoreland StyleMontana horse breeder McKinnon Quinn savored his “no women on my ranch” rule. So when Casey Westmoreland asked for a job training horses, he turned her down flat. For despite her innocent looks, she tempted him beyond reason.Casey had vowed to get McKinnon to hire her and make him her first—her only—lover. Yet after everysteamy encounter, the infuriating man dodged her.It was as if he had a secret he was desperate to keep…making Casey just as desperate to uncover it.Originally published in 2007Spencer’s Forbidden PassionMillionaire deal-maker Spencer Westmoreland would bail out Chardonnay Russell’s failing Napa Valley vineyard. And in return she’d bear his children. But she shouldn’t dare hope Spencer would ever fall in love with her.Her only choice was to accept the arrogant businessman’s proposal. But becoming Spencer’s wife—in every way—set her body, her heart, on fire. And soon Chardonnay wanted what was strictly forbidden….Originally published in 2007
Duty or Desire: A Steamy Contemporary Romance (The Westmoreland Legacy #5)
by Brenda JacksonNew York Times Bestselling AuthorWhat happens when a man of unshakable convictionmeets the woman who rocks his world?Pete Higgins is an honorary Westmoreland, a man of his word—of course he’ll put duty to his orphaned niece first. Too bad the temporary nanny is tempting him with every look. Myra Hollister captivates him. But she’s keeping dangerous secrets, the kind that remind Pete of all he’s lost before and what he can’t afford to lose again…
Flames of Attraction: Quade's Babies Tall, Dark... Westmoreland! (The\westmorelands Ser. #14)
by Brenda JacksonThese Westmoreland men know exactly what they want in these two classic, fan-favorite novels from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson — collected here in one volume!Quade’s BabiesQuade Westmoreland’s one-night love affair with Cheyenne brands him body and soul, but he never even learns her last name. Almost a year later, driven by sensual memories and one incriminating photo, the sexy operative finally tracks her down—and discovers three little babies who look just like him. Learning he is a father makes Quade even more determined: he wants Cheyenne Steele to be his very own. Shockingly, the irresistible beauty seems intent on refusing him. But Cheyenne and their children are now part of the Westmoreland destiny, and Quade vows to fight for a future together.Originally published in 2008Tall, Dark…Westmoreland!She longs for a taste of the wild and reckless. And Olivia Jeffries gets her chance when she meets a handsome stranger at a masquerade ball. The attraction is instant, and the electricity is volatile. But days later she discovers that her new lover is none other than Reginald Westmoreland, her father’s most-hated rival. She vows to resist him, but Reggie won’t ignore the attraction they share and will stop at nothing to get Olivia back in his bed and him into her heart.Originally published in 2009
His to Claim: His To Claim / Rancher In Her Bed (texas Cattleman's Club: Houston) (The Westmoreland Legacy #4)
by Brenda JacksonNew York Times bestselling authorIt could be his toughest mission yet:win back his wife.When navy SEAL and honorary Westmoreland Mac McRoy returns home, he discovers his wife has left. Teri has retreated to the Wyoming ranch they’d planned to visit together, and is resentful when he follows. She doesn’t want a second honeymoon; she wants a marriage Mac doesn’t take for granted. But life-or-death circumstances are about to put their love to the ultimate test.
Husband Material (A Summer for Scandal)
by Brenda JacksonA renowned Hollywood director will fight for the love of his life in this classic, must-read novel from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson!Husband MaterialMatthew Birmingham is used to getting what he wants…and what he wants his ex-wife. When she returns to their Hamptons estate for the summer, he vows to win her back. But Carmen Akins is hiding a tragic secret from their past that will put their reconciliation to the ultimate test.
The Marriage He Demands: A Passionate Western Romance (Westmoreland Legacy: The Outlaws #2)
by Brenda JacksonIn the wilds of Wyoming ranch country, he needs something only she can give him. What price is too high to pay? Find out in this sizzling contemporary romance from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson!This ranching heir wants it all, including the woman who stands in his way!Businessman Cash Outlaw has inherited almost all of his late mother&’s Wyoming ranch…but still needs the fifty acres left to her former caretaker. As negotiations with beautiful, determined Brianna Banks become much more intimate, she reveals she&’ll only sell him the property…if he gives her a baby! Cash&’s counteroffer? That the mother of his child must become his wife!From Harlequin Desire: Luxury, scandal, desire—welcome to the lives of the American elite.Love triumphs in these uplifting romances, part of the Westmoreland Legacy: The Outlaws series.Book 1: The Wife He NeedsBook 2: The Marriage He DemandsBook 3: What He Wants for Christmas
Memories for Eternity: Taming Clint Westmoreland Cole's Red-hot Pursuit (The Westmorelands #13)
by Brenda JacksonFall in love with brothers and ex-Texas Rangers Clint and Cole Westmoreland in two classic novels from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson, collected here in one volume!Taming Clint WestmorelandThe moment ex-Texas Ranger Clint Westmoreland learned he was still married, he set the limits for his wife’s stay at his luxurious horse ranch. But when she arrived, Clint’s boundaries began to blur. He and Alyssa Barkley had thirty days to untangle the legal knot that had bound them together during an undercover assignment years before. But this sexy, curvaceous Alyssa was different from the mousy, awestruck rookie agent he remembered. And now her every move had him wondering what it would be like if he really were her man.…Originally published in 2008Cole’s Red-Hot PursuitCole Westmoreland always gets what he wants! And what the former Texas Ranger wanted now was sultry Patrina Forman. But Patrina was set against falling for a man with a no-strings attitude, and there was no way she’d fall into bed with a lawman!Then a Montana blizzard changed everything. Trapped together for three sinfully delicious nights, Cole soon had Patrina singing a different tune thanks to his brand of red-hot seduction. But what would happen once the thaw arrived?Originally published in 2008
The Outlaw's Claim: A Passionate Western Romance (Westmoreland Legacy: The Outlaws #5)
by Brenda JacksonThese friends with benefits are about to become parents…and all bets are off! A Westmoreland Legacy: The Outlaws story from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson.From friends to lovers to…having a baby? Maverick Outlaw is a man who knows his own mind—and he knew from the beginning that a fling with longtime friend Sapphire Bordella would be more than just sizzling, mind-blowing sex. That is, until Phire says they should go back to being just friends—and then announces that she&’s pregnant with Maverick&’s child and her father expects her to marry someone else! Maverick may not be ready to give his heart, but nothing will stop him from claiming what&’s his…From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry.You&’ll be swept away by this bold, sizzling romance, part of the Westmoreland Legacy: The Outlaws series: Book 1: The Wife He NeedsBook 2: The Marriage He DemandsBook 3: What He Wants for ChristmasBook 4: What Happens on Vacation...Book 5: The Outlaw's Claim
The Rancher Returns: A Passionate Enemies-to-Lovers Western Romance (The Westmoreland Legacy #1)
by Brenda JacksonDiscover New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson's The Westmoreland Legacy-a navy SEAL returns to his ranch...and finds irresistible desire! Returning from active duty to find his ranch being dug up by a beautiful stranger isn't the homecoming navy SEAL Gavin Blake expected. Layla Harris is convinced there's buried treasure on his land. But the only treasure this wealthy rancher wants to uncover is the professor's secret desires! When Layla unearths family secrets-and mysterious threats-he vows to do whatever it takes to protect her. Even as her revelations change everything...
Tall, Dark...Westmoreland!: A Spicy Romance Novel (The Westmorelands #16)
by Brenda JacksonOne masked stranger, one hot night in this steamy rivals to lovers romance from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson.As a politician&’s daughter, life in the public eye is nothing new for Olivia Jeffries. But, instead of the excitement she craves, it&’s just boring political dinners and fundraisers, until she meets a handsome masked stranger at a donor&’s masquerade ball. The attraction was instant, the electricity…volatile. One hot night is all she expected but days later she discovered the man under the mask was none other than Reginald Westmoreland, the man running against her father. With the spotlight on them, they know they should resist one another, but it&’s hard to walk away from something that feels so right…You&’ll be swept away by this bold, sizzling romance, part of The Westmorelands series. Originally published in 2009.
The Westmoreland Legacy Complete Collection
by Brenda JacksonFall in love with this group of navy SEALs from The Westmoreland Legacy in four classic novels from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson, collected here in one volume!BaneAfter five years, navy SEAL Brisbane Westmoreland is back home on his ranch and ready to reclaim the woman he left behind. But, Crystal Newsome isn’t ready to forgive Bane for saying he loved her then vanishing from her life. Only now the beautiful chemist needs his protection. As their own irresistible chemistry takes over once again, can Bane keep Crystal safe and convince her they can have the second chance they both deserve?The Rancher ReturnsReturning from active duty to find his ranch being dug up by a beautiful stranger isn’t the homecoming navy SEAL Gavin Blake expected. Layla Harris is convinced there’s buried treasure on his land. But the only treasure this wealthy rancher wants to uncover is the professor’s secret desires! When Layla unearths family secrets—and mysterious threats—he vows to do whatever it takes to protect her…His Secret SonThe Texas rancher and navy SEAL who fathered Bristol Lockett’s son died a hero’s death…or so she was told. Yet when Laramie “Coop” Cooper strolls into her exhibit at an art gallery three years later, he’s very much alive—and still making her pulse zing. The all-consuming chemistry between them is as undeniable now as it was then, but Bristol won’t risk her heart—or their son’s. Little does Bristol know he’s determined to win over his unexpected family at any cost!An Honorable SeductionDavid Holloway is used to hard assignments. Now he faces his most difficult yet: cozying up to the soft curves of Swan Jamison. He wants to know the island beauty…in every way. But romancing Swan as part of his SEAL team’s mission tests his honor, even as his feelings become increasingly real. Soon he must make a choice: duty…or desire?Titles originally published in 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018
Wishes for Tomorrow: Westmoreland's Way Hot Westmoreland Nights (The\westmorelands Ser. #17)
by Brenda JacksonA Westmoreland man always gets what he wants! Follow the Denver Westmoreland clan in these two classic, fan-favorite novels from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson — collected here in one volume!Westmoreland’s WayThere was a secret to real-estate tycoon Dillon Westmoreland’s heritage—and business owner Pamela Novak had the key. Though the raven-haired beauty was ensnared by a shifty fiancé, Dillon—eldest of the Denver Westmoreland clan—couldn’t resist a mind-blowing night in her arms. And after that incredible passion… Well, once a Westmoreland claimed the woman he wanted, he wouldn’t let anything tear them apart!Originally published in 2009Hot Westmoreland NightsHe knew better than to lust after the hired help. But Ramsey Westmoreland’s new cook was just so delectable…it was enough to make the Denver rancher rethink his rules. When temptation got the best of him, he discovered Chloe Burton was just as hot in the bedroom as she was in the kitchen.Though their affair was growing steamier by the minute, Ramsey couldn’t help but question Chloe’s true motives. And when he discovered her ultimate betrayal, he was set to satisfy himself with cold showers. Until he realized his fatal mistake: never underestimate the power of the human heart, especially a Westmoreland’s.Originally published in 2010
Harlequin Desire December 2017 - Box Set 1 of 2: His Secret Son\Best Man Under the Mistletoe\Snowed in with a Billionaire
by Brenda Jackson Jules Bennett Karen BoothDo you love stories with sexy, romantic heroes who have it all—wealth, status, and incredibly good looks? Harlequin® Desire brings you all this and more with these three new full-length titles in one collection! #2557 HIS SECRET SONThe Westmoreland Legacyby Brenda Jackson The SEAL who fathered Bristol’s son died a hero’s death…or so she was told. But now Coop is back and vowing to claim his child! Her son deserves to know his father, so Bristol must find a way to fight temptation…and keep her heart safe. #2558 BEST MAN UNDER THE MISTLETOETexas Cattleman’s Club: Blackmailby Jules BennettPlanning a wedding with the gorgeous, sexy best man would have been a lot easier if he weren’t Chelsea Hunt’s second-worst enemy. Gabe Walsh is furious that the sins of his uncle have also fallen on him, but soon his desire to prove his innocence turns into the desire to make her his!#2561 SNOWED IN WITH A BILLIONAIRESecrets of the A-Listby Karen BoothJoy McKinley just had to be rescued by one of the wealthiest, sexiest men she’s ever met. Especially when she’s hiding out in someone else’s house under a name that isn’t hers. But when they get snowed in together, can their romance survive the truth?Look for Harlequin® Desire’s December 2017 Box set 1 of 2, filled with even more scandalous stories and powerful heroes!
Texas Cattleman's Club: Temptation\Millionaire Playboy, Maverick Heiress\In Bed With The Opposition (Texas Cattleman's Club: The Showdown)
by Brenda Jackson Kathie Denosky Robyn GradyThe battle of the sexes rages on in Royal, Texas! Three classic Texas Cattleman's Club: The Showdown stories from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson, USA TODAY bestselling author Kathie DeNosky and Robyn Grady. Millionaire Heiress, Maverick Playboy by Robyn Grady For successful architect Daniel Warren, designing the new Texas Cattleman's Club is an exciting challenge. And so is getting to know fiery Texas heiress Elizabeth Milton. But a carefree affair is all they can have...or is it? Temptation by Brenda Jackson Millionaire security expert and rancher Zeke Travers always separates emotion from work until a case leads him to Sheila Hopkins--and the immediate, scorching heat between them. Suddenly, Zeke is tempted to break the rules... In Bed with the Opposition by Kathie DeNosky Unexpectedly becoming a father to his infant niece must have scrambled Brad Price's brain. Because he's suddenly attracted to his longtime rival, Abby Langley. Soon Brad's electrifying kisses weaken Abby's resolve to seize control of the Texas Cattleman's Club. Is the only winning strategy complete surrender--to passion? And be sure to pick up Texas Cattleman's Club: The Showdown, volume one, featuring: One Night, Two Heirs by Maureen Child The Rebel Tycoon Returns by Katherine Garbera An After-Hours Affair by Barbara Dunlop Available now from Harlequin Desire.
State Secrets & Tall, Dark...Westmoreland!: State Secrets\Tall, Dark...Westmoreland! (Famous Firsts Ser.)
by Brenda Jackson Linda Lael MillerTEMPTED BY HIS TARGETCookbook author Holly Llewellyn is the last person who should be labeled an “enemy of the state”—or is she? After all, her brother is a missing traitor, and with her ties to the president, the Secret Service isn’t taking chances.So they send in Agent David Goddard, undercover. After one glance, David knows Holly isn’t just an “assignment”—she’s a woman who’ll change his life. But couldn’t her blue eyes, blond hair and girl-next-door smile be the perfect cover…for espionage? Yet David can’t stop himself from loving the woman he was sent to destroy. But he’ll have to keep her safe from the enemy that will remain hidden until they can strike…FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!Tall, Dark…Westmoreland! by New York Times bestselling author Brenda JacksonWhen Olivia Jeffries meets a handsome stranger at a masquerade ball the attraction is electric. But when she discovers he is Reginald Westmoreland, her father’s most hated rival and political opponent, she vows to resist him. However, it seems Reggie has other plans in mind…Previously published.
Will of Steel: Texas Wild
by Brenda Jackson Diana PalmerA MAN OF STEEL It takes a hard and determined person to be a rancher in Medicine Ridge, Montana. No man is harder than police chief Theodore Graves, and no man is more determined to keep his uncle's ranch in the family instead of being sold to developers-but one woman might be. The ranch was coowned by Jillian Sanders's uncle, and she's just as resolved to stay on the ranch. The only problem is she and Theodore fight like cats and dogs. And their uncles' wills stipulate that in order to keep the land, they must be married... FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! Texas Wild by New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson Megan Westmoreland needs answers about her family's past, and Rico Claiborne is the man to find them. But when the truth comes out, will Rico offer her more than a shoulder to lean on?
Harlequin Desire December 2019 - Box Set 1 of 2
by Brenda Jackson Joanne Rock Yahrah St. JohnDo you love stories with sexy, romantic heroes who have it all—wealth, status, and incredibly good looks? Harlequin® Desire brings you all this and more with these three new full-length titles in one collection! #2701 DUTY OR DESIREThe Westmoreland Legacyby Brenda JacksonBecoming guardian of his young niece is tough for Westmoreland neighbor Pete Higgins. But Myra Hollister, the irresistible new nanny with a dangerous past, pushes him to the brink. Will desire for the nanny distract him from duty to his niece?#2703 THE RIVALDynasties: Mesa Fallsby Joanne RockMedia mogul Devon Salazar is suspicious of the seductive new tour guide at Mesa Falls ranch. Sure enough, Regina Flores wants to take him down after his father destroyed her family. But attraction to her target might take her down first…#2704 RED CARPET REDEMPTIONThe Stewart Heirsby Yahrah St. JohnDane Stewart is a Hollywood heartthrob with a devilish reputation. When a sperm bank mishap reveals he has a secret child with the beautiful but guarded Iris Turner, their intense chemistry surprises them both. Can this made-for-the-movies romance last?Look for Harlequin® Desire’s December 2019 Box set 2 of 2, filled with even more scandalous stories and powerful heroes!
The Rancher Returns and Playing with Temptation: The Rancher Returns The Pregnancy Proposition Convenient Cowgirl Bride (The\westmoreland Legacy Ser. #1)
by Brenda Jackson Reese RyanProtecting the woman he can&’t resist…The Rancher Returns by New York Times Bestselling Author Brenda Jackson Returning from active duty to find his ranch being dug up by a beautiful stranger isn&’t the homecoming navy SEAL Gavin Blake expected. Layla Harris is convinced there&’s buried treasure on his land. But the only treasure this wealthy rancher wants to uncover is the professor&’s secret desires! When Layla unearths family secrets—and mysterious threats—he vows to do whatever it takes to protect her. Even as her revelations change everything… FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!Playing with Temptation by Reese Ryan Walking away from the man she loved seven years ago is the biggest regret of media consultant Kendra Williams&’s life. Now her son needs his father…and Kendra needs to win back pro footballer Nate Johnston&’s trust. After she broke his heart, repairing his career is the least she can do. Powerful passion still smolders between them, but will a jealous ex sabotage their second chance at a future?New York Times Bestselling Author Brenda Jackson
Simply Irresistible
by Brenda Jackson Reese RyanMaking rules is easyFollowing them is hardTemptation by New York Times bestselling author Brenda JacksonMillionaire security expert and rancher Zeke Travers always separates emotion from work until a case leads him to Sheila Hopkins—and the immediate, scorching heat between them. Suddenly, Zeke is tempted to break the rules. And it’s only a matter of time before he gives in…FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! Playing with Seduction by Reese RyanAthlete Brianna Evans wants her career to go out with a bang. And what better send-off than a signature tournament at an exclusive luxury resort? Then she discovers her partner on the project is the irresistible man with whom she shared one perfect night in London—event promoter Wesley Adams. Wes wants to finish what they started, but will a secret from his past and a threat from Bree’s cost them their second chance?Previously published as Temptation and Playing with Seduction
Stern and Playing with Desire: Stern The Real Thing The Secret Affair Breaking Bailey's Rules Bane
by Brenda Jackson Reese RyanBreaking their own rules…Stern by New York Times Bestselling Author Brenda JacksonStern Westmoreland never makes mistakes—until he helps his best friend, Jovonnie “JoJo” Jones, with a makeover…for another man. Now Stern wants JoJo for himself. Their attraction is undeniable and there’s only one way to test it: one long, steamy night together as much more than friends!FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME!Playing with Desire by Reese RyanCEO Liam Westbrook didn’t make his way to the top of his family’s international luxury-resort empire by playing it safe. So when the bachelor spies gorgeous Maya Alvarez under a smoldering North Carolina moon, he makes a scandalous proposal. The divorced single mother thinks a hot summer fling with a seductive stranger is just what she needs. But can Liam and Maya trust where their hearts are leading them?