After Leila’s mother died, her stepfather kept her locked inside for two years. Her only dream was to escape from her stepfather and live as a free woman. And she may get her chance now that her stepfather has ordered her to marry Joss Carmody, a wealthy businessman! But Joss is suspicious and believes she’s only after his money. At first, they have a very cold relationship as husband and wife, but then one fateful kiss ignites a fire in their hearts. Leila begins to dream of a future together, but Joss doesn’t believe in love, and she begins to wonder… Does he even want her? (Source: Harlequin)

[From fictiondb] From penniless runaway -- to Cinderella bride... The French château is the perfect hiding place for Joanne Almond--until its owner, sardonic reporter Patrick Burns, comes home... At first Patrick thinks the secretive runaway is a thief--or worse--until he sees that what Jo's hiding is her painful past. Soon the brave, lonely girl is the woman he can't live without. But can a man who's never loved win the trust of a girl who's never been loved? Or will her frightening new feelings for him make Jo run again?

Seraphina is starting at a new hospital far away from her family, but her fresh start and promotion may be a bit rougher than she expected. While Dr. Nadine Dickson may be as cold as the surgical steel she's proficient with, her bedside manner leads a lot to be desired. And Dr. Liam Latimer, recently returned from abroad, has some dings and bruises on the outside and a heart that truly needs a prescription for Seraphina’s tender love! Can she succeed at her new job and take care of her surgeon boss?

Amy, despite being of noble birth, is attending a grand party at the famous Lyndhurst Chase estate, not as a lady but as a maid. Her younger brother Ned was last spotted at Lyndhurst before his mysterious disappearance. And there are rumours that Major Anthony, the owner of the Lyndhurst estate, is responsible for the disappearance of his own wife not long ago. What kind of trouble has her brother gotten into? Under the disguise of a lady's maid, she sets off to look for clues of Ned's whereabouts. But during her search, she comes across a mysterious man in hiding. Who is he and could he have something to do with Ned's disappearance? But the more Amy learns about this handsome stranger, the more perilous her world becomes. Especially after she falls in love with him...

When Cassie was very young, both her parents died and left her as the sole heir of a massive fortune. When she grew old enough to marry, numerous suitors lined up to court her in an effort to win her hand and fortune. Viscount Quinlan was one of them. Rumours abound that he has frittered away his own family's fortune through a lavish lifestyle, but Cassie's older cousin, Anthony, who has been her guardian since her parents passed away, told her that Quinlan is trustworthy and invites him to a party. But Cassie wants to find her own fiance and refuses Quinlan's advances, but she finds his kiss too powerful to further resist his charms...

Jess is a hot, stylish club singer. After leaving her abusive husband, she lives a quiet life with her small daughter. Her neighbor, Rob Carpenter, is a handsome, quiet man who moved to town half a year ago—and Jess secretly has a thing for him. But it was also exactly half a year ago that a string of brutal murders began in town, and the serial killer targets women who look like Jess. Rob is a man of many secrets…and one night, Jess finds herself in his apartment—with a knife at her throat!

from fictiondb: Princess Shoshauna of B'Ranasha has followed royal convention all her life. Her greatest wish is freedom--and to marry for love, not duty. A royal assignment: Suddenly in danger, Shoshauna is whisked to an exotic island by soldier Jake Ronan. He's been hired to protect her, and despite the attraction makes it clear he's here for duty, not love.... Her wedding wish: Being with Jake, Shoshauna feels truly happy and free for the first time. But can she dream of herself, a royal, marrying this hardened soldier?

from fictiondb: She's his personal assistant, not his plaything! Jake Devila is hugely successful and women love him--with the exception of his assistant, Merlina. Jake adores getting under Merlina's oh-so-professional skin and stirring the passion that simmers beneath. Merlina wants Jake, but she knows he prefers skinny blondes to curvy brunettes like her. Enough is enough! Suddenly Merlina sees her chance to teach her boss a lesson and show him what he's been missing....

from fictiondb: Taken by the Greek for convenience -- and pleasure! Sophie is shocked when Costas Palamidis turns up on her Sydney doorstep. Costas's little daughter's life is in grave danger--and Sophie is the only person who can help. Costas wastes no time in moving Sophie into his luxurious Greek villa. Struggling to fight the explosive attraction that fizzes between them, Sophie's forced to make a decision after one night of unforgettable passion. She can either leave the man she's fallen in love with...or stay, knowing she'll never be more than the Greek's mistress!

from fictiondb: He is every woman's fantasy, yet he remains alone and untouched. His world is one of secrecy and solitude, darkness and danger. Now one woman has found his journal. She has told his secrets. He must stop her, and there is only one way.... When struggling screenwriter Morgan DeSilva uncovers the ancient leather diaries in the attic of an old house in Maine, she is swept into the seductive world of a long-dead madman who had believed himself a vampire. Now, though Dante's story has made her rich and famous, Morgan is wasting away. At night she dreams of him, an erotic fantasy so real she can see the marks on her neck, feel her life's blood draining from her. Almost as if he were real... He comes to her at night. Watching her. Wanting her. She is one of The Chosen. She can be his, if he desires. And he desires it so much that he is filled with a terrible fear. He knows that his kiss can save her from destiny's curse, and from the enemies who stalk them both. But to save her, he must trust her. With his life. With his love. With the promise of immortality.

from a fictiondb: Two of a kind -- the marrying kind! Holden Hathaway thought he and Jazzlyn were two of a kind -- that neither of them wanted long-term commitment. On the face of it, Holden was right; before Jazzlyn met him, she'd always ended her relationships after the third date! However, Holden was the most handsome, eligible man Jazzlyn had ever known and suddenly she wished he didn't believe she always sent men packing. Her chance came when she told an unwanted male admirer that she and Holden were going steady. The odd thing was that Holden -- previously the most confirmed of bachelors -- didn't seem to mind!

from fictiondb: HIS TEMPORARY HOUSEKEEPER WAS... Incompetent! She couldn't cook, clean, or operate the dishwasher. But Steven Koleski had to admit The mysterious woman did have a way with his newfound family...and his lonely heart. ...A PRINCESS! It was the opportunity of a lifetime for Princess Sophie of Carpathia: two weeks of living like a regular person. On top of that, caring for children was her passion. But with five of them tugging on her heartstrings and their sexy guardian bestowing fiery kisses on her, how could she ever return to life as a princess when her fairy-tale ending was right here...right now? [English publication via Renta!](https://www.ebookrenta.com/renta/sc/frm/item/85641/)