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Tempting the Highlander (The McTiernays #4)
by Michele SinclairThe author of Desiring the Highlander &“entertains with noble self-sacrifice, double deceptions, sizzling attraction, and affectionate meddling&” (Publishers Weekly). Of the seven bold brothers born to defend their Scottish Highlands, Crevan McTiernay is the most restrained. But that doesn&’t make him any less passionate . . .It Begins as a Ploy . . . When Raelynd Schellden and her sister are caught in the stables with the notorious McTiernay twins, her father sees not scandal, but opportunity. The future of his clan is uncertain, and a double engagement—even under false pretenses—will lend security to his people and protect his beloved daughters from power-mad fools.. . . and Becomes a Pleasure But Raelynd&’s designated intended interests her far less than his quietly powerful brother Crevan, a man born to lead. Though bound by honor and committed to his sworn duty, Crevan cannot resist a taste of Raelynd&’s crimson lips when offered—and then another and another—until the unlikely couple is entangled in both a public deception and each other&’s hearts . . . &“A delightful Scottish romp with an array of characters I couldn&’t help liking, even the supposed villain turns out to be a charmer. Tempting the Highlander is one those cozy reads that leaves a smile on your face at the end of the book.&”—Fresh Fiction &“Reading like a delightful Shakespearean comedy, Sinclair&’s latest has humor, passion and sexual tension.&”—RT Book Reviews
Tempting the Jaguar
by Katie ReusA wolf shifter and jaguar share a forbidden connection — now he must protect her from enemy vampiresJaguar shifter Estrella Rios is packless, and she likes it that way. No one is going to tell her what to do, least of all the sexy but arrogant wolf shifter who intends to claim her as his mate…Rainer wants to know what a lone cat is doing in his pack’s territory without permission—but mostly he just wants her. From the moment he meets Estrella, their attraction is scorching and undeniable. But enemy vampires have set their sights on Estrella, too, and keeping her safe proves difficult, especially when it’s clear there’s more to Estrella’s heritage than either of them could imagine. Now they must discover the truth before it becomes too late for Rainer to ever claim her heart…But enemy vampires have set their sights on Estrella, too, and keeping her safe proves difficult…and keeping his hands off her is impossible.
Tempting the Laird
by Julia LondonMystery and desire cloak the Scottish HighlandsUnruly. Unmarried. Unapologetic. Catriona Mackenzie’s reputation precedes her everywhere she goes. Her beloved late aunt Zelda taught Cat to live out loud and speak her mind, and that’s exactly what she does when Zelda’s legacy—a refuge for women in need—comes under fire. When her quest puts her in the path of the disturbingly mysterious Hamlin Graham, Duke of Montrose, Cat is soon caught up in the provocative rumors surrounding the dark duke. Never one to retreat, Cat boldly goes where no one else has dared for answers.Shrouded in secrets, a hostage of lies, Hamlin must endure the fear and suspicion of those who believe he is a murderer. The sudden disappearance of his wife and the truth he keeps silent are a risk to his chances at earning a coveted parliamentary seat. But he’s kept his affairs tightly held until a woman with sparkling eyes and brazen determination appears unexpectedly in his life. Deadly allegations might be his downfall, but his unleashed passion could be the duke’s ultimate undoing.
Tempting the Marquess
by Sara LindseyAfter his wife's death, Jason Traherne, Marquess of Sheldon, shut his heart to everyone but his son. But there's something about Olivia Weston's unique blend of sweetness and sensuality which tempts him beyond all reason. Though there's nothing suitable about the feelings he inspires in her, Livvy can't help falling for the marquess. . . but can she persuade him to let go of the past and risk his heart again? .
Tempting the Mogul
by Marcia King-GamblePlaying glorified babysitter to a reluctant executive isn't quite the job life coach Kennedy Fitzgerald had in mind. Even so, she's sure that grooming Salim Washington to take over as head of a TV studio will be a breeze. . . right until he delivers a kiss that rocks Kennedy's perfectly ordered world to the core. Unconventional, impulsive and sexy as sin, Salim would rather be traveling the globe helping others than trapped behind a desk. He also doesn't trust Kennedy's motives one bit. Yet beneath her prim exterior is a tempting, sensual woman who makes him long to turn every business meeting into an adventure in soul-searing pleasure. . . .
Tempting the Negotiator
by Zana BellAs soon as Sass Walker's high-powered heels hit the New Zealand ground, she knows she's out of her element. But cool and professional as any top New York lawyer should be, she's determined to get the local tree huggers onside with her company's proposed resort. Win this, and the brass ring is hers. Lose it, and, well, that's not an option, with her board seat at stake.But here, the best seats on the board are out on the surf. Nobody believes that more than freewheeling Jake Finlayson, champion surfer turned environmental hero...and leader of the opposition...and gorgeous. A dangerous and worthy opponent. To fight him and win, she'll have to loosen a button or two. Get her hair mussed. Let go and ride the wave.
Tempting the Off-Limits Nurse
by Tina BeckettCan she resist the surgeon she shouldn&’t want? Find out in Tina Beckett&’s latest heart-racing Harlequin Medical Romance! AN INCONVENIENT DESIRE… New nurse in town Eliana can&’t bear to be hurt by somebody again. So when sparks instantly fly with surgeon Jake, she&’s adamant about keeping their relationship purely professional. But after learning how Jake was betrayed by his ex-girlfriend, she knows he won&’t commit to a lasting connection either. Soon it&’s oh so tempting to give in to their mutual attraction…as long as forever remains firmly off-limits!From Harlequin Medical: Life and love in the world of modern medicine.
Tempting the Player (Gamble Brothers Book Two)
by Jennifer L. ArmentroutChad Gamble, all-star pitcher for the Nationals, is one of the best players on--and off--the field. And right now, the notorious bad boy wants Bridget Rodgers. But with her lush curves and snappy comebacks, the feisty redhead is the kind of woman a man wants to settle down with...and that's the last thing Chad needs.When the paparazzi catch them in a compromising position, Chad's manager issues an ultimatum: clean up his act or kiss his multi-million dollar contract goodbye. To save his career, his meddling publicist says he'll have to convince everyone Bridget isn't just his flavor of the week, but his girlfriend.Being blackmailed into a fake relationship with Chad Gamble isn't easy, especially when the sizzling physical attraction between them is undeniable. With a month to go on their arranged pretense, it's going to take every ounce of willpower they have not to fall into bed together...or in love.
Tempting the Prince
by Patricia GrassoBeautiful Belle Flambeau relishes her independence even as she dreams of a family of her own. When a vicious attack leaves her with an ugly scar, Belle retreats from society, her hopes of love and courtship dashed. Yet the darkly handsome, wounded stranger who seeks shelter on her property seems intent on proving otherwise, beginning a seduction that is slow, delicious, and utterly scandalous . . . Prince Mikhail Kazanov wants - nay, needs - a loving, nurturing wife, not one of the shallow, empty-headed fortune hunters vying for his attentions. Drawn to Belle, Mikhail uses subterfuge to woo her. But though their heated attraction explodes into sensual bliss, the truth drives Belle away - and into danger's path. Now, as an enemy makes his violent intentions known, Mikhail must find a way to win Belle's trust again. For with their love - and her life - at stake, he cannot afford to fail . . .
Tempting the Rancher
by Brenda Jackson Reese RyanTwo irresistible ranchers discover unexpected love while traveling with the women of their dreams in these two western romances.Breaking Bailey's Rules by Brenda JacksonRule number one for Bailey Westmoreland: Never fall for a man who would take her away from her tight-knit family’s Colorado home. So why is she following rancher Walker Rafferty all the way to Alaska? Bailey tells herself she owes the sexy loner an apology, and once she gets there, it’s only right to stay and help him when he’s injured…isn’t it?His Until Midnight by Reese RyanWhen Tessa Noble takes the stage at a charity auction after a sexy makeover, her best friend, Ryan Bateman, must place the winning bid. It’s definitely not because he’s jealous. Their weekend getaway is a ploy for positive press…or so the rancher tells himself. But soon things take an unexpected turn from platonic to passionate, catapulting the couple far beyond the friend zone…
Tempting the Sensible Lady Violet (Those Roguish Rosemonts #2)
by Eva ShepherdEnjoy this fun and fiery Victorian romanceHas this dissolute rogue…Finally met his match?When charged with distracting the prim and proper Lady Violet from her duties as chaperone, Lord Jake Rosemont is smugly confident of success. But Violet is far from the old maid her reputation paints her as, and charming her won&’t be a chore. Beautiful, intelligent and entirely uninterested in marriage, she should be the perfect conquest—except Jake finds himself unexpectedly wanting more…From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.Those Roguish RosemontsBook 1: A Dance to Save the DebutanteBook 2: Tempting the Sensible Lady VioletBook 3: Falling for the Forbidden Duke
Tempting the Sheriff
by Kathy AltmanThe hardest person to serve and protect is herself She didn't ask for a new deputy. Well, technically, she did ask. But Lily Tate didn't expect city cop Vaughn Fulton to come swaggering into her sheriff's office, making her feel things she has no right to feel. Not since she lost what she loved most in a tragedy she should have seen coming. Lily can see exactly where she and Vaughn are headed. As hard as he is to resist-and as much as he seems to want her-Vaughn plans to ditch the small-town life when his stint at the Sheriff's Department is over. Lily's already handled enough heartbreak. What kind of fool would make the same mistake twice?
Tempting the Texan (Texas Cattleman’s Club: Inheritance)
by Maureen ChildUSA TODAY Bestselling AuthorIn the fight for his family’s legacy,will this former flame consume him?Rancher Kellan Blackwood is poised to fight the gold-digging stepmother who inherited his father’s empire. He doesn’t expect Irina Romanov, his father’s former maid—and Kellan’s long-ago lover—to block his way. Though Irina may hold secrets about his father’s motives, Kellan must keep his hands off. For the twice-tempted, secret lovers who once set Texas ablaze, that’s easier said than done.
Temptress
by Lisa JacksonA bloodied warrior is brought to the Castle Calon, battered, nearly unrecognizable. And yet Morwenna sees that he resembles Carrick of Wybren, a man who not so long ago broke her heart. Is he friend or foe? Lover or enemy? As the days pass and the unknown soldier revives, Morwenna senses that, together, they will face a new peril. For the Redeemer, a mysterious man who stalks the halls of the castle is moving now-and in his wake he brings with him destiny, desire and death.
Temptress (The Manhattan Ten Series #2)
by Lola Dodge"My two favorite things in one book - superheroes and romance - uh YES PLEASE!" -Literary GeorgeA seductress. A super brain.She’s an indie operative who only works alone, stealing other super heroes’ powers with a kiss and bringing down the bad guys. Those stolen powers add up to a crazy arsenal, but Temptress isn’t built for super strength and shooting laser beams. Her body is falling apart and a teensy mission slip-up gets her tangled with the Manhattan Ten.He’s the M10’s leader. The man, the myth, the Mensa-conquering legend. Nothing escapes Thinktank’s calculations… Until a run-in with Temptress leaves him powerless. Superpowers stolen with a kiss can only be returned with a kiss. Natural enemies can only get closer. And closer. And closer… It’s love at first fight in the second volume of the Manhattan Ten Series.[A novella-length superhero romance of 30K words. Rated 18+ for adult language and some sexual content. Perfect reading for fans of Jennifer Estep’s Bigtime series and Lexi Dunne’s Superheroes Anonymous.]The Manhattan Ten Series:1. Ivory - October 20192. Temptress - November 20193. Belle Fury - December 20194. Angel - January 2020
Temptress in Training
by Susan Gee HeinoA handsome earl and a beautiful seamstress are looking for answers. Both are willing to do what it takes to get them-even if it requires a little seduction. After the Earl of Lindley's search for the double agent who killed his family leads him to Miss Darshaw, he decides bedding her is the best way to get some answers...
Tempête dans les Highlands (Trilogie des reliques écossaises)
by Jan Coffey May McGoldrickTrilogie des Reliques Écossaises- Livre 2 FINALISTE DU PRIX RITA FINALISTE DU PRIX DE LA FEUILLE D'OR NJRW UNE NOUVELLE VERSION DU CONTE CLASSIQUE DE LA BELLE ET LA BÊTE ! Innes Munro a la capacité de "lire" le passé d'une personne simplement en la touchant, mais son don a un prix élevé. Forcée de séjourner dans le château désolé de Girnigoe, Innes ne s'attendait pas à être attirée par le guerrier blessé qui hante ses sombres passages. Conall Sinclair, comte de Caithness, porte les cicatrices des batailles avec les Anglais et les marques de coups de fouet de leurs donjons, mais les blessures qui s'enveniment en lui causent une douleur encore plus grande. S'isolant de son clan et du reste du monde dans une tour perchée sur la côte sauvage écossaise, Conall est réticent à laisser la fougueuse Innes s'approcher de lui. Alors que leur passion grandit, Innes craint que son don ne soit une malédiction. Conall pourra-t-il un jour aimer une femme capable de lire ses secrets les plus sombres et de ressentir la douleur qu'il cache... et l'amour peut-il apprivoiser toutes les peurs ? Alors que des forces dangereuses se rapprochent, ils doivent forger un lien de confiance qui les sauvera tous les deux... ou les perdra à jamais. Un guerrier brisé. Une femme au don dangereux. Sur les côtes sauvages d'Écosse, l'amour peut-il apprivoiser la peur ?
Ten
by Gretchen McneilTen teens head to a house party at a remote island mansion off the Washington coast . . . only for them to picked off by a killer one by one.
Ten
by Tia FieldingCan two broken men build one life?Ten years.That’s what Makai lost for a crime he didn’t commit. He’s been exonerated, but the abuse he suffered in prison isn’t so easy to leave behind. He heads to the one place he remembers being happy: Acker, Wisconsin, where he spent summers with his grandpa. Unfortunately, not everyone wants Makai there.Ten days.That’s how long Emil, now twenty-one, was held prisoner as a teenager. The mental and physical injuries he suffered at the hands of a drug trafficking ring still haunt him.Nightmares, anxiety, and PTSD challenge the connection forming between Makai and Emil, though together, they might find a way to move beyond their pain and into a future -- and a relationship -- that both had thought impossible.Now they just have to convince Emil’s father, the town sheriff. It won’t be easy with danger closer than they know ...
Ten (Love by Numbers #1)
by Tia FieldingA Love by Numbers StoryCan two broken men build one life? Ten years. That’s what Makai lost for a crime he didn’t commit. He’s been exonerated, but the abuse he suffered in prison isn’t so easy to leave behind. He heads to the one place he remembers being happy: Acker, Wisconsin, where he spent summers with his grandpa. Unfortunately, not everyone wants Makai there. Ten days. That’s how long Emil, now twenty-one, was held prisoner as a teenager. The mental and physical injuries he suffered at the hands of a drug trafficking ring still haunt him. Nightmares, anxiety, and PTSD challenge the connection forming between Makai and Emil, though together, they might find a way to move beyond their pain and into a future—and a relationship—that both had thought impossible. Now they just have to convince Emil’s father, the town sheriff. It won’t be easy with danger closer than they know….
Ten Acres and Twins
by Kaitlyn RiceLethally sexy playboy Jack Kimball raise a baby? No way! Abby Briggs yearned to keep her orphaned twin niece and nephew together. But the will gave her the baby girl and Jack the baby boy! The devil-may-care bachelor couldn't possibly be a daddy. But when Abby offered to take both twins, Jack refused. Even worse, he looked utterly irresistible with a baby cradled in his strong arms. Abby needed a plan. . . . Staying together on the farm they'd both inherited would surely bore Jack and show him he wasn't cut out for fatherhood. But as late-night feedings led to powerful longings, Abby dared to wonder. . . could a fancy-free bachelor become a forever family man?
Ten After Closing
by Jessica Bayliss10PM: Closing time at Café Flores. The door should be locked, but it isn't, Scott Bradley and Winsome Sommervil are about to become hostages. <p><p> TEN MINUTES BEFORE CLOSING: Scott's girlfriend breaks up with him in the café's basement storeroom because he's late picking her up for the big end-of-the-year party. Now he can't go to the party, but he can't go home, either―not knowing his dad will still be in a drunken rage. Meanwhile, Winny wanted one night to let loose, away from her mother's crushing expectations. Instead, she's stranded at the café after her best friend ditches her in a misguided attempt at matchmaking. <p> TEN MINUTES AFTER CLOSING: The first gunshot is fired. Someone's dead. And if Winny, Scott, and the rest of the hostages don't come up with a plan soon, they may not live to see morning. <p> Told from both Winny and Scott's perspectives, and alternating between the events leading up to and following the hold-up, Ten After Closing is an explosive story of teens wrestling with their own challenges, thrown into circumstances that will test their very limits.
Ten Again to Fight against Her Fate: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Liu YuanIn my previous life, I was bullied and trampled by others, and in the end, I unknowingly took the little life in my womb with me and left. God pity, I have the luck to return back to being ten years old, I must live clearly, what my parents' lives are, what my fate is, I only believe in people surpassing the heavens. Life was rough, a beautiful woman was weak, whose life was not turbulent? He did not seek for the peace and quiet of the years, but was willing to have a clear conscience. Join Collection
Ten Big Ones (Stephanie Plum #10)
by Janet EvanovichShe's accidentally destroyed a dozen cars. She's a target for every psycho and miscreant this side of the Jersey Turnpike. Her mother's convinced she'll end up dead . . . or worse, without a man. She's Stephanie Plum, and she kicks butt for a living (well, she thinks it sounds good to put it that way. . . .). <p><p>It begins as an innocent trip to the deli-mart, on a quest for nachos. But Stephanie Plum and her partner, Lula, are clearly in the wrong place at the wrong time. A robbery leads to an explosion, which leads to the destruction of yet another car. It would be just another day in the life of Stephanie Plum, except that she becomes the target of a gang---and of an even scarier, more dangerous force that comes to Trenton. With super bounty hunter Ranger acting more mysteriously than ever (and the tension with vice cop Joe Morelli getting hotter), she finds herself with a decision to make: how to protect herself and where to hide while on the hunt for a killer known as the Junkman. There's only one safe place, and it has Ranger's name all over it---if she can find it. And if the Junkman doesn't find her first. With Lula riding shotgun and Grandma Mazur on the loose, Stephanie Plum is racing against the clock in her most suspenseful novel yet. Ten Big Ones is page-turning entertainment, and Janet Evanovich is the best there is.
Ten Big Ones: A witty crime adventure filled with high-stakes suspense
by Janet EvanovichNot every witness protection programme is fool proof...Stephanie Plum finds herself in the wrong place at the wrong time in Ten Big Ones, the tenth gripping adventure in the Stephanie Plum series by Janet Evanovich. The perfect read for fans of Harlan Coben and Lee Child. Raves for Evanovich: 'No less than her plotting, Evanovich's characterisations are models of screwball artistry. The intricate plot machinery of her comic capers is fuelled by inventive twists' (The New York Times); 'A laugh-out-loud page-turner' (Heat); 'Non-stop laughs with plenty of high jinks' (USA Today).As the only witness able to ID a gang member who has been firebombing local deli-marts, Stephanie is working overtime avoiding death threats and attempts on her life. New Jersey's hottest cop, Joe Morelli, would be more than happy to keep her safe in his house. So would her irresistible mentor, Ranger.Stephanie doesn't know which is worse: the death threats, the overprotective men in her life, or her sister's nightmare wedding. But she does know that she's never been one to hide...What readers are saying about Ten Big Ones:'In classic Evanovich style, the writing is superb, the plot is miraculous and the emotions run right off the page''Packed with humour, suspense, passion and action, Ten Big Ones proves that Janet Evanovich is at the top of her game''Thrilling with a wicked sense of humour pervading the book'