Cirrus@Austlit

'A sensual agenda

'In the boardroom men quake at Michael Finn's business prowess and in the bedroom women beg for his touch. Nothing eludes the Australian tycoon's grasp, except for free spirit Lucy Flippence, his employee's sister who tests his practiced charm.

'Vivacious Lucy is a fish out of water in Michael's corporate world, but once she gives in to the attraction between them, she seems made for his bed. It won't be long before Michael's ticked her off his to-do list, so she'll pretend it's the luxury lifestyle she enjoys and not the feelings he's awakened in her, feelings her crippling secret has forced her to deny….' (Publisher's blurb)

'As the housekeeper's daughter, Mia Gardiner knew her feelings for multi-millionaire Carlos O'Connor were foolish. Until the day she caught the ruthless playboy's eye. Now, Mia is older and wiser, but she has never forgotten the feel of his touch. Then, like a whirlwind, Carlos returns…

'The girl he once knew is now a poised and sophisticated woman. Carlos is determined to rekindle their passionate past, but Mia's reluctance fires his blood. Refusing to be denied, he has one last trick up his sleeve: he'll save her ailing business in exchange for endless nights in his bed!' (Publisher's blurb)

'"I play by the rules, but they're my rules."

'Poppy Silverton is as untouched as the leafy English village where she runs a tearoom. But her home, her livelihood and her innocence are under threat.…

'Rafe Caffarelli is a mouthwatering specimen of Mediterranean manhood. He's a playboy billionaire and determined to buy Poppy's historic dower house.

'Poppy will not give up the only thing that remains of her childhood and family. She'll fight Rafe—and her attraction to him—all the way. And be the first woman to say "no" to a Caffarelli!' (Publisher's blurb)

'When the Wolfe's at the door…

'To protect Princess Ava de Veers, James Wolfe must keep his mind on the job. Having shared one passionate night, Wolfe knows exactly how willful, independent – and sexy – she is. But he will separate his feelings for Ava from the task at hand.

'Wolfe is the most daring man Ava has ever met and he drives her crazy! Yet as the threat to her life escalates, he's the only man she can trust and the only place she feels safe is in his arms. But, as royalty, Ava knows that duty always comes at a cost….' (Publisher's blurb)

'A ruthless millionaire…who drives a hard bargain

'Model and heiress Angelique Marchand is furious. Continental playboy Remy Caffarelli – devastatingly handsome and notoriously arrogant – has won her mother's ancestral home in a card game!

'Angelique tracks him down in the Middle East to confront him and reclaim her birthright. But when she is found in his hotel room, the sworn enemies are forced to marry! And surprisingly, rather than annul the bond, Remy wants to exploit their marriage for business…and for pleasure!' (Publisher's blurb)

'A wedding night she'll never forget! Untouched Theodora Marlstone always wanted the fairy-tale wedding-a white dress and an adoring groom. Instead she's walking up the aisle toward a marriage of convenience to outrageously attractive Argentinean Alejandro Valquez! He promises raw sensuality, not devotion, but thanks to her father's will, Teddy must say "I do"...Alejandro never wanted a wife, but his buttoned-up bride is a delicious present just waiting to be unwrapped. Beneath the white silk lies a woman who exceeds his wildest imagination, and it's clear that this union will burn the very paper it's written on! ' (Publication summary)

'Your reputation precedes you, Mr West.’

'After two years undercover, Special Operative Jared West feels like a stranger in his old life. The bruises on his muscle-honed body will fade, but not the memories. Still, he hasn’t lost his appreciation for a beautiful woman: Rowan Farrington is too arresting to be ignored.

'New Director of Operations Rowan has heard Jared’s most dangerous weapon is his sexy smile, but it’s her job to see through his bravado. Rowan must get to know Jared intimately to ensure he’s ready for his next mission.

'But neither is ready for the passion that erupts from the casual touch of a hand...' (Publication summary)

'His until midnight…?

'When millionaire Matteo Santini bought one night with Bella Gatti, it was to protect her innocence from the dangerous game she was caught up in. He never expected to be so undone by their fierce attraction or her disappearance the next day.

'Chambermaid Bella has escaped her shameful past, but her memories of that night with Matteo still burn. Forced to attend Sicily’s most exclusive wedding together, Bella knows the dark-hearted tycoon will want a reckoning. As the clock strikes twelve, it’s clear the only way Bella will be leaving the party is with Matteo — via his bed!' (Publication summary)

'Ten years ago bookshop assistant Clementine Scott clashed spectacularly with architect Alistair Hawthorne. After the humiliation of that night she swore she'd never have anything to do with any man ever again, especially the arrogant Alistair!

'But when Clem's brother disappears with Alistair's stepsister, she isn't given a choice...she will be going with Alistair to Monte Carlo to retrieve them! Forced together for one week, they quickly realize that their enmity masks simmering, sizzling lust. They strike a deal: for one week only, all bets—and clothes—are off!' (Publication summary)

 'As London's top relationship columnist, Abby Hart can't tell anyone her biggest secret: not only is her perfect fiancé entirely fictional, she's still a virgin. Invited to attend a prestigious charity ball with her "husband-to-be," she throws herself upon the mercy of brooding millionaire Luke Shelverton. After his own engagement ended tragically, Luke is reluctant to take credit for Abby's diamond ring. To protect her reputation, he agrees to a convenient arrangement. Except Abby's effervescence kindles a fire he's tempted to indulge... And uncovering her innocence compels Luke to initiate his temporary fiancée into all the sinful delights of the bridal bed!' (Publication summary)