Category: TBR Pile Read

A Merry Christmas Date by Syndi Powell

Posted July 8, 2023 by Marsha in Christmas Romance, Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance, TBR Pile Read / 0 Comments

This Christmas…

She’s giving her heart

Bookstore owner Melanie Beach has only ever loved her best friend, Jack Cuthbert.

Everyone thinks they belong together.

But Jack isn’t interested romantically in Mel.

So now she is making some changes in her life and looking for love.

And Jack doesn’t like it. 

At all. 

Will Jack’s heart open up before Christmas? Or will he lose his best friend—and the woman he’s always loved—to someone else?

Titles in the Matchmaker at Work series include — A Hero for the Holidays —♥— The Bad Boy’s Redemption —♥— A Merry Christmas Date —♥—

This is a romance that includes no swearing, no violence, and no sexual content (beyond a few light kisses).

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The Bad Boy’s Redemption by Syndi Powell

Posted July 8, 2023 by Marsha in Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance, TBR Pile Read / 0 Comments

 

He is in it to win it…

But what is the ultimate prize?

Former bad boy Josh Riley is determined to become mayor of his small hometown, but that means campaigning against local sweetheart Shelby Cuthbert.

Gone is the shy girl from his childhood, replaced by a fierce beauty Josh doesn’t really want to battle.

Then Josh learns of a scandal that can redeem his reputation—but will it mean losing his chance with the girl next door?

Titles in the Matchmaker at Work series include — A Hero for the Holidays —♥— The Bad Boy’s Redemption —♥— A Merry Christmas Date —♥—

This is a romance that includes no swearing, no violence, and no sexual content (beyond a few light kisses).

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A Hero for the Holidays by Syndi Powell

Posted July 8, 2023 by Marsha in Christmas Romance, Closed Bedroom Doors, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance, TBR Pile Read / 0 Comments

 

She’s his hero…

But they’re rescuing each other!

When Christopher Fox’s house goes up in flames, there’s one shining light in the darkness—firefighter Penny Cuthbert.

His hero may look like an angel, but the widowed father of two has no time for a romantic distraction.

Still, as this strong, bright woman helps him and the kids enjoy the holidays despite all they’ve lost, he wonders—can love grow out of the ashes?

Titles in the Matchmaker at Work series include — A Hero for the Holidays —♥— The Bad Boy Redemption —♥— A Merry Christmas Date —♥—

This is a romance that includes no swearing, no violence, and no sexual content (beyond a few light kisses).

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Spring at Saddle Run by Delores Fossen

Posted May 19, 2023 by Marsha in Harlequin, HQN (Harlequin Digital), Modern Western Romance, Owned or Purchased, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, TBR Pile Read / 0 Comments

The truth about a small-town scandal is about to unleash one wildly unexpected romance…

Millie Parkman Dayton is still healing from the fatal car accident that claimed her husband and turned her into the focus of local gossip. But when she’s thrown together with the attractive rancher who shares in her tragic past, new rumors begin to fly in Last Ride, Texas.

Single dad Joe McCann is focused on running his ranch and raising his daughter. He has no desire to help Millie unearth his late wife’s past, especially if it means revealing painful secrets.

Until his daughter teams up with Millie, and the widower cowboy finds himself agreeing to help them with their project—and opening the door to a deep attraction he thought he’d never find again.

Titles in the Last Ride, Texas series include — Spring at Saddle Run —♥— Christmas at Colts Creek  —♥— Summer at Stallion Ridge —♥— Mornings at Rivers End Ranch —♥— A Texas Kind of Cowboy —♥— Tempted at Thoroughbred Lake (novella) —♥— Twilight at Wild Springs —♥—

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

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Revealing Her Best Kept Secret by Heidi Rice

Posted April 22, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Presents, Owned or Purchased, Sexual Content, Standalone Single Title, TBR Pile Read / 0 Comments

A four-year-old secret…
From that unforgettable night!

Since the passionate hours Lacey Carstairs spent with CEO Brandon Cade, her life couldn’t have changed more dramatically.

Even her name has changed!

Yet when writer Lacey is told to interview Brandon at the last minute, she can’t believe he doesn’t recognize her—at all…

However, it’s his invitation to be his plus-one at a ball in Paris that Lacey finds most shocking—and privately thrilling!

Until Brandon finally recognizes her and the past begins to crash into the present…

Starting with Lacey’s biggest secret: their child!

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

Stand Alone Title

Owned (From the TBR Pile)

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A Rancher Worth Remembering by Anna Grace

Posted April 7, 2023 by Marsha in 2023 New Release Challenge, Harlequin, Harlequin Heartwarming, Little to No Sexual Content (kissing), Modern Western Romance, Owned or Purchased, Series, Small Town Romance, Sweet Contemporary Romance, TBR Pile Read / 0 Comments

Could this unforgettable rancher…

Be her perfect match?

Matchmaker Clara Wallace keeps her anxiety in check by avoiding messy complications—including gorgeous and stubborn rancher Jet Broughman, her teenage crush.

That’s not so easy in small-town Oregon, especially when Clara starts matchmaking for Jet’s best friend.

Fully prepared to clash with a skeptical Jet, Clara is shocked at his kind, steady help with her work…

Could Clara be ready for a second chance match of her own?

Titles in the Love, Oregon series include — A Rancher Worth Remembering —♥— The Firefighter’s Rescue —♥— The Cowboy and the Coach (2023) —♥— Her Hometown Christmas (2023) —♥— Reunited with the Rancher (2024) —♥—

This is an adult romance that does not contain graphic violence, swearing, or sexual situations beyond kisses.

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The Billionaire Plan by Katherine Garbera

Posted April 6, 2023 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Desire, Owned or Purchased, Series, Sexual Content, TBR Pile Read / 0 Comments

Her idea for revenge is foolproof.

But this billionaire has a plan of his own.

Why did CEO Nolan Cooper second-guess hiring Delaney Alexander? His company needed her dynamic PR expertise, and she utterly charmed his precocious six-year-old daughter.

Or perhaps it was the way he wanted her…

Keeping things professional is more difficult than Nolan imagined as Delaney starts to teach him to trust again.

But when Delaney’s secrets are revealed, Nolan wonders, was their relationship all a part of her plan?

Titles in The Image Project include — Billionaire Makeover —♥— The Billionaire Plan —♥— Billionaire Fake Out —♥—

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

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Pursued by the Sheriff by Delores Fossen

Posted March 19, 2023 by Marsha in Harlequin, Harlequin Intrigue, Modern Western Romance, Owned or Purchased, Romantic Suspense, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, TBR Pile Read / 0 Comments

To bring down an arms dealer

A Texas sheriff has to play nice with the suspect’s sister

The bullet that rips through Sheriff Jace Castillo’s body stalls his investigation.

But being nursed back to health by the shooter’s sister is his biggest complication yet. Linnea Martell has always been—and still is—off-limits.

Even if close quarters and undeniable attraction tempt them for more.

And the danger only intensifies when Linnea gets caught in the line of fire…

Titles in the Mercy Ridge Lawmen series include — Her Child to Protect – Safeguarding the Surrogate – Targeting the DeputyPursued by the Sherrif

This is an adult 18+ story that contains language, possible violence, and sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

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The Marriage That Made Her Queen by Kali Anthony

Posted March 8, 2023 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Presents, Owned or Purchased, Series, Sexual Content, TBR Pile Read / 0 Comments

“I’m asking you to be my husband.”

Her kingdom depends on it!

After tragedy strikes, queen-to-be Lise is all alone. To claim her crown, she must wed.

And the man she must turn to is the self-made billionaire who made Lise believe in love before he shattered her heart—Rafe De Villiers.

For Rafe, Lise’s on-paper proposal should feel like a victory.

He’ll finally silence those who only see his humble roots.

Yet suddenly, winning back Lise’s trust seems more important. And he’ll have to secure it if passion is going to be part of their future…

Titles in the Behind the Palace Doors series include — The Marriage That Made Her Queen —♥— Engaged to London’s Wildest Billionaire —♥— Crowned for the King’s Secret —♥—

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

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Taking on the Billionaire by Robin Covington

Posted February 23, 2023 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Desire, Owned or Purchased, Series, Sexual Content, TBR Pile Read / 0 Comments

 

In the boardroom—and the bedroom—they’re on fire.

But will her secrets destroy them both?

Investigator Tess Lynch once helped Adam Redhawk find his Cherokee family.

Now the self-made tech billionaire wants her to root out his company’s saboteur—and share his bed.

But as passion builds between them, the private eye pursues a plan of her own—to get even for the way Adam’s adoptive father ruined hers.

Until an unexpected pregnancy changes everything…

Titles in the Redhawk Reunion series include — Taking on the Billionaire —♥— Seducing His Secret Wife —♥—

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

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The Father of Her Sons by Christine Rimmer

Posted January 12, 2023 by Marsha in Contemporary Romance, Harlequin, Harlequin Special Edition, Owned or Purchased, Series, Sexual Content, Small Town Romance, TBR Pile Read / 0 Comments

How do you make up for four years of lost time?

No last names. No promises to meet again.

No way for Payton Dahl to find the man who’s the father of her twin boys.

Until fate reunites them four years later.

Easton Wright now wants to be part of his sons’ lives—with the woman he fell hard for during those seven days and nights of bliss. 

Payton doesn’t want her sons to grow up fatherless as she did, but can she risk trusting Easton when she’s been burned in the past?

Titles in the Wild Rose Sisters trilogy/series include — The Father of her Sons —♥— First Comes Baby… —♥— The Christmas Cottage —♥—

This is an adult 18+ story that may contain language, possible violence, and/or sexual situations geared to an adult audience.

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