The Secret Library
3 total works
Ahead of the Curve by Charlotte Stein
When Judy Myers is offered a relaxing vacation to get away from her latest heartbreak, she can’t say no. A cruise on her brother’s yacht sounds like heaven...until she realises her brother’s best friend has been invited along for the ride. Steven Stark is big, he’s loud, and he’s obviously not interested in the plump, plain little sister he used to tease unmercifully. In fact, he’s still quite happy to tease her – until she turns the tables on him. Now Steven can’t seem to keep his thoughts, or his hands, to himself. And worse, Judy’s not sure she can resist the attraction she’s kept buried for so many years. Being trapped on a boat isn’t the best place to be, when you’re suddenly thrown a hunky curveball.
It Takes a Thief by Maxine Marsh
Robin is a feisty retired car thief who now makes a legitimate living recovering stolen luxury vehicles. She’s looking to impress her newest client, a very wealthy and very powerful Miami executive, until she realises that the man who stole his car is her ex-flame and partner in crime, Jessie. Jessie’s the best in the business, and has been holding a grudge ever since she left him a year ago when he wouldn’t agree to go straight. Even while dealing with unresolved feelings and an attraction that burns hotter than oil, Robin is determined to track down the car that’s come in between her and her old lover, and to prove once and for all that she’s the better thief.
Digging Deep by Kay Jaybee
As site supervisor on an archaeological dig, in the grounds of the Ancient Roman city of Lepti Minus in Tunisia, Dr Beth Andrew’s hands are well and truly full. Her first foreign excavation, which she co-runs with the American archaeologist Dr Harrison Harris, gets off to a shaky start due to the jealous interference of Harris’s ex, and an overzealous student... Love and lust really can cloud even the cleverest person’s judgement!
In this collection of erotic romance novellas, three very different women dare to open up their hearts in search of a meaningful relationship. From the heart of the wilderness to the streets of suburbia, love
Finding Herself by Sommer Marsden
Sophie Calhoun has a good job writing for a hot women’s magazine. Her latest assignment is to work on an article about how a strong, confident woman can look deeper into herself to find her centre. The only problem is Sophie feels lost. On a whim one morning, looking for the answers to her unwritten article and the silent turmoil in her heart, she takes a hike. In the wilderness she finds a very large man sitting alone, calm and still and smiling – everything Sophie wants to be. When he opens his eyes and that smile is directed at her, Sophie begins to find herself…
A Brighter Spark by Mary Borsellino
Suzy’s enthusiasm for life has been slowly buried under the ordinary humdrum stresses of single motherhood and adult responsibilities. At only 30 years old, she already feels like all the fun parts are behind her and that there’s nothing ahead to look forward to. Then she meets Daniel, an old-fashioned gentleman with two perfect children of his own. For Suzy, it’s lust at first sight, but when a one-night stand rapidly deepens into a genuine bond she starts to second-guess herself. She barely knows how to muddle through her own life – what if she brings disorder and disaster into Daniel’s perfect, orderly world? Will she ever feel grown-up enough to be with somebody like him, to be his equal and his friend as well as his lover?
In Anyone Else’s Shoes by M.L. Joslyn
At 34, Emma Green has had enough – enough of her unchallenging job, her erratic, frustrating sex life, and her best friend, full-time sex junkie Alyssa. Emma is ready for a makeover, and she’s about to get it. Her employer, Untamed Soles, a chain of trendy women’s shoe stores, has just hired a new Regional Vice President, Jason Eastman. Jason is smart, clever, and self-assured. He’s also 24, and yummier than Emma’s favourite treat, chocolate coconut cupcakes. Jason is dazzled by Emma’s work ethic, and the adorable way she trips and stumbles her way through the day. He offers her a big promotion – and more. But Jason is hiding something from Emma – something she never imagined.
Mistletoe Kisses and other stories– a Secret Library collection
Mistletoe Kisses by Justine Elyot
It’s not going to be a merry Christmas for Bella Kay. Spending the festivities at a rambling country house owned by Piers, the partner of her overbearing mother, she’s having to pretend her fiancé is in Dubai, rather than ruin the party mood by admitting they’ve split up. Into this complicated atmosphere comes Guy, Piers’ son – a gorgeous police detective with a penchant for absolute honesty and lust-fuelled mistletoe kisses. As the snow falls, things begin to heat up between Bella and Guy. Is this finally her chance to have the Christmas – and the man – she really wants?
Christmas Rendezvous by Elizabeth Coldwell
When Juliette Milner is invited to spend Christmas in Bruges with her ex-boyfriend, Dale, she thinks an old flame is about to be rekindled. But Dale’s invitation isn’t all it seems, and Juliette finds herself stranded alone in this beautiful city. A chance conversation with a barman leads her to the bed and breakfast run by his brother, Laurens, who has a room to rent thanks to a last-minute cancellation. And as she finds herself growing closer to Laurens on a sightseeing tour of the city, Juliette realises she might have a special Christmas rendezvous after all …
Midwinter Heat by Sallyanne Rogers
Lucy couldn’t be happier with her Saturday pitch, giving Tarot readings at Waterleigh Bridge market. The stallholders are friendly, market manager Toby is cute and charming, and she has the hots for brooding tattoo artist, Jon. When Toby organises a seasonal Fayre, celebrating an old-fashioned English Christmas experience, it seems like a great way to boost the market’s flagging sales. But Lucy begins to suspect something sinister behind Toby’s drive for traditional values. When her worst fears are confirmed, can Jon help her scupper Toby’s plan, or is she simply placing herself in more danger by confiding in this sexy but troubled bad boy?