Romantikk og erotikk

"In this inspiring novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Danielle Steel, the life of a Parisian woman changes in a heartbeat when she's trapped by wildfires in Napa Valley"--

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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Light We Lost comes a sweeping story of two star-crossed lovers in post-World War II Italy, and a blossoming relationship generations later that will reveal a long-buried family secret.Two loves. Two generations. A truth that will set them free. Genoa, Italy, 1946. Vincenzo and Giovanna fall in love at twenty-one the moment they set eyes on each other. The son of a count and the daughter of a tailor, they belong to opposing classes. Despite this, the undeniable spark between them quickly burns into a deep and passionate relationship spent exploring each other’s minds, bodies, and Vincenzo’s family’s sprawling vineyard, Villa Della Rosa—until shifts in political power force them each to choose a side and commit what the other believes is a betrayal, shattering the bright future they dreamed of together.New York, 2017. Cassandra and Luca are in love and ready to get married, even though neither quite fits with the other’s family. But when Luca, an artist, convinces his grandfather and Cass’s grandmother to pose for a painting, past and present collide and reveal a secret that changes everything.

An uplifting, feel-good read about the power of friendship and community.

Normani, the greatest new artist, went from nothing to stardom in a matter of years. She had demonstrated her diligence and adopted the credo "No Distractions" up until she met a special someone.

A young prince struggles with a coming of age ritual that reveals his future, a curse, and his solitary destiny. Tangled Destinations Departures is a captivating story with complex characters that reflects our most hidden fears and desires. The Baylor family, their journey through space and time, their conflicts, the search for their mission and happiness is an entertaining and engaging story full of fascinating revelations.

When Senator Alex Marchetti meets Chelsea O'Brien, a wild golden girl with exhibitionists tendencies, he is everything but impressed.What he doesn't know is that she's privy to his life of hedonism, and as soon as she confronts him, sparks fly between these two.But being a Senator means dealing with stuff nobody knows of.Not even his closest friends or family.Secrets that are kept in the dark for years.Unfortunately for him, one of those secrets involves Chelsea, and when it gets out, he knows it would come with the highest price - her life.Will he be able to save her in time?-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Second Guess is a:-Opposites Attract-Bully Romance-Billionaire-One Bed-Mafia Romance*Please check author note before continuing *-Second Guess is an interconnectes standalone that can be read by itself-

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This is the story of girl meets boy. And then everything goes wrong . . .Ever since they first met at university, Beth and Nick have circled in and out of one another's lives: supporting each other through grief, marriage, divorce, career crises and family dramas. Fourteen years ago, when they were on the cusp of adulthood, they both survived a devastating fire that sent their lives in different directions. And they've been running ever since: from the pain, from the memories, and most devastatingly of all, from the guilt. But no matter how hard they try, there's something else they can't run from. The inescapable, terrifying truth: they're in love with each other. But how can they move forward, when neither of them can stop looking back?

L'histoire débute entre par une rencontre innatendue entre Thalia et Siruis,  cette rencontre inexplicable est arrivée par hasard. Une histoire d'amour entre deux adolescents qui ont été brisé par le passé. Thalia va faire la rencontre des amis de Sirius qui vont l'aider à voir la vie autrement mais pour combien de temps elle sera heureuse ? Leur amour vaincra leur passé ? Ensemble vont-ils aller mieux où sombrer ?Pour le savoir je t'invite à lire ce livre remplit d'amour et de retournement de situation.

Will Cupid's misfire cost her everything? Still stinging from a breakup, Carla Portofino wants nothing to do with Valentine's Day. When her bestie drags her to Bangers Tavern's Anti-Valentine's Bash, Cupid gifts her a swoonworthy silver fox. Maybe a no-strings fling is the remedy for her tattered heart? He seems perfect, until his company makes a grab for her building, tangling them in more string than either can handle. All Jeremy Franklin wants on Valentine's Day is to escape the lovey-dovey hype. But his best friend insists on cheering him up with a trip to Bangers Tavern, where Jeremy meets Carla, a woman so tempting he simply must pursue her. Trouble is, his real estate firm has the hots for her building, and he'll have to fight to save her shop from their greedy grasp.To keep her business, Carla must dare the hardest hurdle of all-trust the enemy. Will her silver fox prove a predator, or will Cupid's arrow strike true?

When a haunting prophecy leads to revenge - will the truth lead to love?From the moment Isobel of Aberlady sees the stranger emerge from the shadows to spirit her away from a besieged Scottish castle, she knows it is at the cost of her freedom-and his. Renowned for her visions, the lovely, isolated Isobel has been protected until the Scottish rebel takes her hostage for his own ends. Outlawed and unjustly accused of betraying his leader, falconer Sir James Lindsay needs his good name restored-and Lady Isobel, whose prophecy caused his undoing, is his only weapon.Intending to exchange the valuable lady for another hostage, James takes Isobel deep into his forest lair. He does not count on finding an abandoned goshawk who needs his help-nor does he expect to fall in love with the beautiful prophetess. Amid treachery and hope, passion and betrayal, their love becomes the one shining light, a source of retribution, renewal, and finally destiny foretold-and forever ....NOTE: This story was previously published under the title Laird of the Wind. It now has newly added content for you to enjoy.Celtic HeartsBook 1 - The Hawk LairdBook 2 - The Falcon LairdBook 3 - The Swan Laird

Frat boys. Dorm Rooms. College jocks. Locker rooms. Nerds. Whether it was reality for you or just fantasy, come with us on an erotic journey through the hallways and dorm rooms, locker rooms and library aisles with hot young men eager to explore and discover other hot young men. From questioning jocks to out and proud nerds, this collection of erotic stories will bring you back to the glory days of young love and young lust.Editor Matthew Cooper has pulled together several of today's hot, gay and bisexual erotic writers to deliver this collection of red-hot stories. In FRAT BOYS AND DORM ROOMS, you'll meet college jocks and frat boys who discover new sides of themselves -- together.We tried to get the writers to tell us if these fictional stories were based solely on their imagination or memories of actual events, but they wouldn't admit a thing. Though Matthew will tell you there's always something that inspires a story, whether it's a quarterback who needs a little help or a young professor who wears tight pants.

Tout perdre sera-t-il leur ultime salut, ou bien est-ce que cela les brisera à tout jamais ? AlexanderKrystina m'avait offert son c¿ur, et en retour, je lui avais donné le mien sans la moindre réserve.Elle était l'ange qui m'avait conduit à la rédemption, éclairant toutes les zones obscures qui étaient restées en moi pendant très longtemps.Notre connexion était indéniable.Mais à présent, c'était elle qui avait sombré dans l'obscurité.Si je pouvais contrôler beaucoup de choses, je ne pouvais pas la libérer de cet abîme noir.En dépit de tous mes efforts, sauver Krystina me semblait hors de portée. KrystinaMon mari était aussi beau qu'il était possessif. J'avais besoin de lui comme de l'air que je respirais.Alors, pourquoi avais-je l'impression d'étouffer ?Malheureusement, chaque lune de miel a une fin, et c'était comme si Alexander et moi avions atteint le terme de notre bonheur.Et là, je me retrouvais dans la solitude, accompagnée d'un frisson glacial d'incertitude.Alors, lorsque le destin a pris une tournure des plus inattendues, je me suis surprise à oser espérer à nouveau.Cependant, mon unique problème persistait : Alexander ne partageait pas ma vision des choses.Il était indifférent à mon désir ardent, et je devais me libérer des liens qui m'enchaînaient.Dans cette situation, seules deux options se dessinaient : Alexander serait soit mon allié, soit mon adversaire.

parABnormal Magazine features stories that focus on the paranormal, including ghosts, spectres, witchcraft, the afterlife, and the occasional bit of dark magic. The main article in this issue is Trilogy of Terror: The Horror of Female Archetypes Explained and Reversed by Denise Noe.Read this magazine with all the lights on... StoriesThe Consolation for Piano by J. L. RoyceFlesh on the Mountains by Matthew McKiernanWho Controls the Sea by LH MichaelProof of Concept by Chris A. BoltonThe Committee by Emie BainesOngweias and the Stone Coats by Ken LelandLast Confession of a Luftwaffe Ace by Douglas KolackiPoemsKitsune by Chris DickinsonDid You Say Something by Tom GuldinDebris by Sarah CannavoHaunting by Mark A. FisherArticlesThe Lazzaretto and the Ghost Child by Viviana de CeccoTrilogy of Terror: The Horror of Female Archetypes Explained and Reversed by Denise Noe

When Colorado Penn finds an unexpected package on his front step, his life will be changed forever. Colorado Penn is living the dream. Starting goalie for the Arizona Raptors when in season, lead singer for a hard rock band when summer rolls around. He's the quintessential free spirit who's making sure he enjoys all the carnal blessings of his athleticism, and gritty singing voice. Now the Raptors are moving into their first playoff appearance in years, but the arrival of an unexpected package means that hockey may have to take a backseat to something way more important. Instead of the usual undergarments from adoring fans, he finds a newborn baby with a small note tucked under her carrier, naming him as the father. He refuses to give up his daughter and is determined to be the kind of father he'd dreamed of having. But to keep Madeline, he'll need help, and he'll need it fast. Enter handsome emergency manny, Joseph. They may be opposites, but Colorado starts to see that Joseph's stable, calm influence makes his chaotic lifestyle choices seem less appealing. There's something about the man that soothes not only his infant daughter but also the wild child inside Colorado. Joseph is one year away from getting his degree in planetary science, working cover shifts at the planetarium, and pulling in income with short term manny gigs. Stars collide as he provides emergency childcare for the wild man of hockey, a man who moves so fast through life that he doesn't know how to stop. Homeless, and caring for his niece, Emma, fate brings Joseph into Colorado and baby Madeline's life. Madeline is a sweetheart, and Colorado is trying his hardest to make the best decision for his baby girl. He offers his home and an indecent salary, to keep Joseph in his life until summer's end. Colorado brings mysticism and metal to Joseph's sanctuary of science, but somehow Joseph needs to tame this shooting star and create a family. Nothing in the contract said Joseph had to fall in love to make that happen, but when it's time for him to leave, will the void in his heart ever heal, or will it remain as cold as space itself?

"I spent four hundred years searching for you. I stopped so many hearts; I'm not sure I have one anymore. The only time I feel anything is when I'm by your side. So, if you think, even for a second, that I'll let you go again, now that I have you, you are mistaken, princess."In the shadowed of a failed empire, a princess emerges from the ashes. Anastasia, once an innocent royal, now carries the weight revenge. In a city teeming with betrayal, she's hiding with the love of her life in Vitriev.In this spellbinding retelling of a family destiny, weaves a tapestry of passion and peril, where the allure of the dark is as irresistible as the forbidden love that blossoms amidst the ruins of an empire.Will Anastasia and Dimitriev defy the fates conspiring against them, or will the shadows consume their love?Discover a world where the line between love and hate is blurred, and where a princess and a villain find solace in the arms of each other.

1988.Sydney.Two souls cross paths in the skies between Australia and Los Angeles, setting off a journey of love and destiny that spans continents. Sophia, a vibrant American traveler, is on a quest to explore the world and find inspiration for her writing. Ethan, a British photographer with a keen eye for beauty, is on a path to capture life's unspoken stories through his lens. Their chance encounter aboard a flight sparks an undeniable connection, compelling Ethan to embark on an unforeseen pursuit of Sophia across the globe.From the vibrant landscapes of South America to the diverse tapestry of Africa, and the romantic allure of Paris, their paths weave a tapestry of encounters and near-misses. As fate draws them together in London, Sophia and Ethan are forced to confront the depths of their feelings and make their final moves.Fate will determine who lives, who dies, and who tells the story in this romantic tragedy."Shadowed Skies." is a moving tale of serendipity, love, and loss, set against the backdrop of a transformative era. It's a story about how sometimes, the most profound connections are the ones we least expect, and how they can change our lives in ways we never imagined.

Are we alone in the universe?The answer becomes apparent when Mac becomes the first to journey from Earth and the Milky Way and lands on a planet in the Andromeda galaxy, where he meets the civilization that lives there. They call their home Jhalacalm.Mac's adventure begins with his ship's sarcastic computer (Doc) who somehow becomes sentient, and as time goes by, they become the best of friends. Mac falls in love, learns of another universe accessed by portals, delivers secret plans to that other universe, and becomes involved in a dangerous war that he knows nothing about. With Doc's help, he becomes a hero and a prince, all the while meeting new people of different civilizations who become his newfound friends.Mac's new life is only the beginning.

Jen Patterson is a vivacious, beautiful young woman who goes to Hollywood, she wants to be a star. When she meets Brett, a grad student of Psychology, sparks fly. But life soon gets in the way when Jen is taken into a darker world. There she experiences trauma and has to draw on her inner self to survive. She creates Helen, a flirtatious self who gives her a sense of control, and Bridgett, a self who makes her feel good through retail therapy. Together they help Jen recover and, with a desire to be loved and have a semblance of a normal life, she finds a husband, has a child and becomes a nurse. In Jen's world, nothing can stay normal forever. After several years of marriage, she and her husband part ways. Once again devastated and alone, she has her friends and family to help her through everyday life, but that's not enough. When she meets Danny, so charismatic and handsome, a brilliant business man with a dark secret of his own, she can't help falling in love again. And Brett is back, ready for a relationship with Jen. She eases his inner troubles. Desperate to help Danny, and knowing that his love can only be a temporary gift, she pulls out every tool and turns to Brett for help. He is there to guide her, and she likes the way he treats her. She likes their conversations, and the financial security. Helen and Bridgett are back causing trouble, and once again they help Jen survive until they can't. Through her journey to find love, she has to decide who to love, and how are these loves affecting her life and her child. Who will destroy her, and who can save her? The heartaches, laughter and compassion for all humanity are intertwined in the triangle. In the end, only one man will be able to help her through the adversity in life and keep her heart. Who?

An emotional roller coaster, Telling the Truth is here to say all the things I never did, and it's my hope that these words resonate with others. The pull between love and hate and the emotional strangle life can have, this book expresses the words I struggled to.

Toi, depuis toujours, une romance pour les fêtes MichaelaLe timing n'a jamais été bon. J'en pince pour Jeremy depuis le collège. Chaque fois que nous nous rapprochions, il arrivait quelque chose pour nous séparer. Si j'avais un seul v¿u pour Noël, ce serait de pouvoir tenter ma chance avec Jeremy. JeremyElle est la petite s¿ur de mon meilleur ami et j'ai envie de goûter ses jolies lèvres depuis que nous étions au lycée. Juste au moment où je croyais avoir une chance, nous nous retrouvions inexplicablement à fréquenter d'autres personnes. Ceci est un roman court pour les fêtes avec une fin heureuse. Les personnages existent dans le même monde que la série de best-sellers Déjouer le Système de Brenna Aubrey, mais il est inutile d'avoir lu un de ces livres pour apprécier cette histoire.

On her first visit to Clan Stonefire, Department of Dragon Affairs inspector Evie Marshall has an ulterior motive--she needs to seduce its clan leader. If she can't seduce him and become his mate, the dragon hunters will kill her. Of course, Evie doesn't know the first thing about seducing a man, let alone a dragon-shifter, but with her life on the line, she's going to have to become a fast learner or die trying. Bram Moore-Llewellyn has a track record of scaring off DDA inspectors, but when the latest inspector shows up wearing tight clothes and a sexy smile, his inner dragon takes notice. While battling his attraction to the human, he soon finds himself with an impossible choice: he can either break the law to mate the female and risk a backlash from both the dragon hunters and the British government, or he can turn her away and let her die at the hands of the hunters.

There's only one course of action when your dad wants you to marry a clammy-handed wimp to make one of his board members happy-you get yourself stuck in an elevator with a hot stranger and have the steamiest make-out session of your life. Years of etiquette lessons went out the window thanks to Cameron Wilder, who managed to unleash my hidden bad girl with naught but his talented mouth and deliciously rough hands.Afterwards, he went back to his small-town life, and I marched home to inform my dad there would be no business-centric nuptials. As punishment, he shipped me off to Sisters, Oregon and demanded I turn a healthy profit on a not-so-healthy property.You see where I'm going with this-the buttoned-up city girl stuck in a small town hires a local builder to help her ... and he's the hot stranger from the elevator. Turns out, I have a weakness for the broad-shouldered nice guy who's not so nice behind closed doors. Keeping things professional gets harder the longer I'm in town, until the only lesson I have left to learn is how to keep both our hearts from getting broken.

A Tale of Love and LossSkye Rose met the love of her life, Desmond Walker, at a college party during her third year attending Maple University. She was immediately smitten when she laid eyes on him. At that moment, Skye knew they'd be in each other's lives forever. Everything was falling into place for the two love birds until they experienced a heartbreaking miscarriage. Losing their unborn child changed everything, including their fairytale relationship.Tired of moving through life as if nothing happened, Skye asks for a break and ends up meeting someone new, putting an official end to what she thought would be forever.Fast forward six months. Skye goes to buy pregnancy tests. The last person she expected to run into was her ex. Now, every emotion she thought she'd buried deep resurfaces, creating a tug-of-war between her heart and mind.

Carolyn's rich husband has unexpectedly fallen ill and dies...she then flees the family estate when her controlling mother-in-law wants to force her to marry her husband's creepy older brother. Carolyn wants to marry again but only to a man that comes from a stable family. David believes he's dying...he's been sick since birth and has ruled out any hope for romance. When Carolyn's caravan breaks down near his ranch, he does the neighborly thing and welcomes the party into his farm....and in so doing welcomes feelings for Carolyn that he doesn't expect. Carolyn never wants to be a widow again so she doesn't let herself fall for David...even though the two seem perfect for one another?