Jess took a deep breath, sipped her champagne and looked around the crowd again.She could do this. Come to a Christmas Eve party in her hometown and enjoy the company of old acquaintances without falling apart. She had worth now. A good job as a physiotherapist and a life lived in Sydney. She didn’t need Boyd Webber to tell her that a full-ride university scholarship gave her a shot at a better life. She didn’t need him saying that if she wanted to break the cycle of poverty and violence she’d grown up with, this was her chance.She’d taken that chance and made the most of it. Boyd could hardly berate her for that. And if Boyd asked her why she’d come home for Christmas, well…all she had to do was tell him the truth.That sometimes, just sometimes, she missed the ocean and the beaches, the rhythms of small-town life and the fantasy of family who might one day give a damn about her.That was the truth, even if it wasn’t the whole truth.No need to mention to Boyd just how much she missed him.
Flirting With Intent When Ruby Maguire meets Damon West, he tells her they can only be together for a week – he’s leaving for Singapore. At least, that was the intention…but something’s telling Damon that one week with Ruby might not be so easy to recover from…Blame it on the Bikini When his sister’s best friend accidentally sends Brad Davenport a very alluring photo, the hotshot lawyer sees a side of Mya Campbell he never knew existed. Workaholic Mya doesn’t date players…but seducing her is Brad’s brand-new project!RestlessStrait-laced lawyer Lizzie has had enough of being a good girl. Rugged musician Patrick Gauge is exactly the type of man Lizzie’s got on her Christmas wish list. What better way to take the plunge into being wild than by jumping right into his bed!
Madeline Delacourte is having the time of her life in Singapore.Young, free and absolutely single. Rich-as-rich-can-be she wants for nothing, especially not an annoyingly complicated relationship…but doesn’t all work and no play make for a very dull girl? Fresh off the plane, Jianne Xang-Bennett wants a man, preferably a tall, dark stranger, to help her get out of an awkward fix! Or should Jianne be careful what she wishes for?Over Singapore Slings these two single girls are tempted to throw caution to the wind. Should someone remind them that holiday romances never last…or would that spoil all the fun? Perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella and Carmen Reid
No Longer Forbidden?Rowan O’Brien was the only woman to tempt Nic Marcussen beyond his control – and the only woman forbidden to him. Years later, Nic has the world at his feet. But when tragedy brings Rowan back into his life, the two finally face their deepest desires…The Man She Loves to HateJolie Tanner has her reasons for wanting to stay away from gorgeous Cole Rees. It’s awkward enough that her mum had a scorching affair with his dad – but Jolie goes up in flames every time Cole touches her! Can you have a fling with the man you love to hate?A Wicked PersuasionJames Crawford has never forgotten Harriet Wilde, the heiress who broke his heart. Ten years later, James is the head of a multi-million-pound empire – and he wants revenge! But he might just be fanning the flames of a fire he thought died long ago…
Forbidden desire…Seven years ago Gabrielle was the housekeeper’s daughter, and Luc Duvalier, as the heir to a vast fortune, was forbidden! One hot kiss got Gaby banished, but she’s returned home determined to face Luc as an equal – in every way! Unleashed passion! The heat between them is all-consuming, and they both know it is only a matter of time before they give in – despite the scandal this will cause. But this maverick magnate doesn’t care – he aims to keep Gaby so busy that she never leaves again! Hot Bed of Scandal Modern Heat™ introduces Kelly Hunter’s deliciously sexy new duet!
‘Your reputation precedes you, Mr West.’After two years undercover, Special Operative Jared West feels like a stranger in his old life. The bruises on his muscle-honed body will fade, but not the memories. Still, he hasn’t lost his appreciation for a beautiful woman; Rowan Farrington is too arresting to be ignored.New Director of Operations, Rowan, has heard Jared’s most dangerous weapon is his sexy smile but it’s her job to see through his bravado. Rowan must get to know Jared intimately to ensure he’s ready for his next mission.But neither are ready for the passion that erupts from the casual touch of a hand…Praise For Kelly HunterWhat the Bride Didn’t Know 4.5* RT Review TOP PICKThis latest edition of the West family saga will lead readers on an emotional journey with a sprinkle of intrigue, unexpected twists and a dash of humor. Hunter excels at building the sexual tension, and the steamy love scenes in exotic locales do not disappoint.The One That Got Away 4.5* RT Review TOP PICKHunter skillfully explores several provocative topics in this intensely steamy story.Cracking the Dating Code 4* RT ReviewCharming characters and witty dialogue will appeal to readers in the mood for a languorous story.
Special ops expert Trig Sinclair is a man’s man, and that means he knows the cardinal rule of the bro code… no matter how dynamite Lena West is, as his best friend’s younger sister, she’s strictly off limits!He can look, but not touch – not if he wants to live to tell the tale! But when a secret mission to Istanbul sees Lena and Trig pretending to be married (and sharing a bed!), he finds himself in a whole new world of sweet torture… surely there’s only so much temptation one man can take?!But if Trig thinks playing the honour-bound hero is tough, it’s got nothing on how Lena feels when she discovers what her ‘groom’ is really hiding…
Three reasons to keep away from Cole Rees…1. My mum had a scorching affair with his dad – just think how awkward that ‘meet the family’ would be… 2. His arrogance drives me mad – he might be gorgeous, but I hate how he knows it! 3. Every time he touches me I go up in flames…and it’s utterly terrifying.Come on, a fling with the man I love to hate? Like that would ever work out…