It is May 1949. Claire Winters falls in love at first sight with a sudden visitor—a handsome, dark-haired man. Jack Murphy is a close friend to Claire’s brother, Dennis, who died in the war. However, Claire is already in courtship with a man whom her parents have decided for her—Harlan, who is set to take after his father’s banking business. “I can’t bear to marry without knowing what love is. Mama, I’m sorry. I want to be with this man, at least until he leaves this town." Source: Harlequin

WHAT COULD COME OF A LITTLE HARMLESS FLIRTATION, ANYWAY? It wasn't as if she wanted to be a bride, after all. And maybe it will give Shelby Cook some answers about the mystery man who has been corresponding with her beloved Aunt Kay for the past fifteen years. And really spending time with his Closest friend, Pete Campbell, wasn't going to be a hardship! Still, getting 'him to spill his friend's secrets wasn't turning out to be a snap. Perhaps, it was time to raise the stakes? Could she tempt him with kisses? Maybe this plan had potential!

Schatzi, who is working as a chef at her father’s restaurant in New York, is down in the dumps after her boyfriend leaves her. Her friends urge her to go out and find new love, and she chances on Hanley Maize, a kind-hearted millionaire. Mr. Perfect proposes to her, but Schatzi has difficulty suppressing her feelings for Tom, a mysterious and irresistible man who is a regular at the restaurant. To make matters more complicated, her father suffers a stroke and the future of the restaurant is now in jeopardy. Can Schatzi save the day? (J-manga)

from fictiondb: Because of the terms of a will, Garrett Holden had to share his stepfather's tiny cabin in Maine with Ana Birch for one month. A hardened businessman, Garrett was lost moments after meeting the beautiful stranger, and he knew spending 30 days together would be pure torture on his libido. But as hard as he tried to resist Ana's charms, the die-hard bachelor was quickly captivated by her compassionate nature, her zest for life...and her tempting curves. Still, Ana's true identity remained a mystery -- who exactly was the lovely Ana Birch, why was she named in the will...and how could he walk away from her once the 30 days were up?

[taken from fictiondb] Maggie Sullivan had no choice. Her latest assignment as an efficiency expert demanded that she ride with Police Sergeant Jared Walsh--though after their first, humiliating encounter, she'd hoped they'd never meet again. He exuded a danger heightened by his steely professionalism, his intoxicating sensuality... Yet his silken lover's touch moved her as no other man ever had-while his devotion to duty barred them from a deeper sharing. Lost in love, Maggie struggles to reach the gentle man inside, the man whose passion burns, whose absence wounds..

[taken from fictiondb] Arriving at her lighthouse retreat on sleepy Block Island, Kate Lonergan is floored to find herself facing a gloriously virile, nearly nude roommate. Matt Kincade, high-powered contractor, defies all her attempts to evict him. Resenting Matt's potent drive, Kate battles their instant attraction. But Matt rallies her relatives, invades her quilting classes, and spirits her off to his starlit tower room. He ambushes her--heart, body, and soul--and boggles her mind with sensual pleasures. His zany tactics, his expert loving, leave Kate no time to think--only to feel. And she knows that feelings so intense ... men so overwhelming ... are not to be trusted.

Her toughest assignment yet…? Getting an interview with mediahating billionaire Alexei Drakos was never going to be easy, but Eleanor Markham is nothing if not resourceful! If she can get this international rebel on his home turf – the beautiful island of Kyrkiros – he might be persuaded to open up… Alexei’s first instinct is to banish her, furious that Eleanor has invaded his sanctuary. But the feisty Eleanor appeals to him, and it has been too long since a beautiful woman has warmed his bed. He strikes a deal: an exclusive interview in return for a few nights in his exclusive company…

The discussion was about to be unilaterally terminated. The wealthy Lebanese banker was appallingly arrogant, his attitude toward women cynical. — “I employ you and I’m the boss,” he told Giselle. “I tell you what to do and you do it – and I can fire you whenever I wish.” — Put like that, Fayiz Davidian’s proposition was an offer Giselle certainly ought to refuse – only she badly needed a well-paying job. Besides, since Fayiz obviously expected her to refuse, it was tempting to turn the tables on him . .