Cirrus@Austlit

'The world according to Sam Kirk has just turned upside down. His best friend and business partner, Delaney Michaels, has returned from vacation a new woman... a gorgeous, hot new woman. Suddenly Sam is thinking entirely inappropriate thoughts about his buddy. Worse, with Delaney's changed look, she's abandoning their friendship in pursuit of the picket-fence dream. It's a nightmare come true. Then one night finds them tangling in the sheets. It should feel wrong, wrong, wrong... instead, it feels very right. And now Sam knows exactly what he'd do to keep his best friend: absolutely anything. ' (Publication summary)

'What good is a second chance if you don't take a risk? That's what limo driver Anna Jackson asks when the seriously hot Marc Lewis climbs in her car. She's changed her looks, her career and now it's time to shed the conservative habits of a lifetime. And seducing Marc is the best way to do that. Sure, he's her client–sort of off-limits–but she's not wrong about the invitation in his eyes.

'All she has to do is remember three simple rules–never stay overnight, make no plans for the future and never, ever talk about emotions. Once they hit the sheets, however, the rules aren't so easy to follow. And once they spend the night, can feelings be far behind?' (Publication summary)

'On prom night, Dylan Anderson caused the biggest humiliation of Sadie Post's life. Getting over her crush on him took a while, but now she's grown up and moved on. Until Dylan moves in—to her workplace, that is. Suddenly it's high school revisited—complete with her lustful thoughts about him.

'But she's his boss and finally has the upper hand—she won't let her sexy fantasies change that. Too bad the tension spiking between them is so high, it's inevitable they hit the sheets—or the nearest desk. And once they do, Dylan is better than she'd ever imagined. She promised herself to leave him begging for more—but does she really want to? ' (Publication summary)

'Millions of women drool over soap star Mac Harrison. And scriptwriter Grace Wellington is no different–the hottie headlines all her wildest fantasies. She keeps him firmly in his place there, however, because her days have no room for such ego-driven men. But when she and Mac are thrown together on a project, fantasy becomes blissful reality! All of her secret, naughty desires come to life under his sizzling ministrations. This is one affair to remember–and to let go of when it's over. Too bad Mac doesn't agree. He wants to move things from just sex to true commitment. Worse, he has all the right moves to convince her real life is much better....' (Publication summary)

'Working in Hollywood is always about getting to the top. Or on top, as feisty producer Claudia Dostis prefers. But when she contends with her outrageously sexy adversary, Leandro Mandalor, the stakes change. Her charming opponent is definitely up to Claudia's challenge. He convinces her they must come together– in the office and in the bedroom. Suddenly getting on top has a whole new meaning... and leads to a new level of sensual satisfaction. But can Claudia let go of her need to succeed long enough to allow someone else to win? ' (Publication summary)

'To outfit his new gym, trainer Cooper Fitzgerald is looking for fresh boxing talent. Male boxing talent, that is. So what on earth is he thinking by taking on Jamie Sawyer? She's stubborn, difficult, aggressive–and far too hot for the kind of close contact training requires. But her skill in the ring is turning his professional head.Too bad his isn't the only head that's turning. Jamie and her skimpy little shorts have all the guys forgetting the power she packs in a punch. And when Jamie offers Cooper her irresistible body–no strings attached–he's down for the count. But can Cooper keep the line between trainer and sex buddy...or is he setting himself up for another knockout?' (Publication summary)

'Somebody get some ice... it's steamy in here!Spending a month as personal chef for an overindulged–and mouthwatering–man? Sophie Gallagher is so up for the challenge. She's immune to charm...or so she thinks. Because when big-screen star Lucas Grant turns up the temptation, she discovers–up close and personal–he's earned the name hottest man alive.Sophie is fun, vivacious and couldn't be further from Lucas's bimbo bombshell type. Much to his surprise, she's captivated him. But as sizzling as they are between the sheets, once his hiatus is over, the credits will roll on this fling. Saying goodbye, however, isn't as easy as he'd thought. Will this production be The End of the Affair... or Love Actually? ' (Publication summary)

'Max Laurent has always wanted Maddy Green. But he let her go once before rather than stand between her and her dreams. Now she's on his Paris doorstep, needing a place to stay. She's just as hot and he wants her just as much. How can he resist seducing her?

'When Maddy's world falls apart, it's only natural that she turns to Max for support. But fall into his bed? Never until one steamy night, that is. And having had a taste of him, she's hungry for more. Then she has the chance to resume her career, although it means leaving him. Can she throw away the best sex and the best friend she's ever had? ' (Publication summary)

'Twelve years ago Zoe Ford let Liam Masters break her heart. But now? There's not a chance. Zoe is as tough and wild as they come. So when Liam shows up at her tattoo parlor, she's more than ready to take him on again. That's not going to be a hardship, since he's hotter than he ever was.

'This time she's staying in charge. And she's not going to consider their score settled until he's hot, bothered and begging for more! Then she'll move on as callously as he left her. Unless all that deliciously bad sex is just too good to give up….' (Publication summary)

'Elizabeth Morgan didn't intend to abandon her very proper life. But she needs to find her true - and less proper - self. So here she is in Australia, standing in front of a man who's just wearing a towel. Nathan Jones is so tempting he could be the ideal candidate to help this good girl be very bad! Sure enough, thanks to Nathan's talented hands, Elizabeth is living all her sensual fantasies. And while the sex is great, something more is developing. She trusts him, and wants to share more with him, and...Suddenly this feels like a real relationship more than some fun in the sun. Luckily, there's a cure for too much commitment - more wickedness!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Jake Stevens–star reporter and celebrated literary genius–is a snake. How else to explain the way he turns Poppy Birmingham's hero worship into loathing with a single conversation? So what if she's got a lot to learn about journalism? Aren't they coworkers now? On the same team? Jake can take his attitude and...Then during a job-related road trip, their relationship goes from antagonistic to hedonistic in no time flat. And suddenly Poppy can't think of anything more delicious than having a secret fling with Jake. But with all this intensity, can she really keep it no-strings-attached?' (Publication summary)

'Assignment: A Hot Holiday Affair!

'Aspiring jewelry designer Rose Lawson doesn't want a bodyguard. Especially the hot, muscle-y one her father hires after a break-in at the jewelry shop where she works. It's only when her home is also ransacked that Rose realizes the sexy (but infuriating) bodyguard might come in handy especially on a cold winter's night.

'Max Ridgeway is a former Aussie cop who's got something to prove in New York. He's convinced that someone dangerous is behind the robberies and that Rose needs protection. His protection. But what's even more dangerous is the sexy tension between them because a hot little fling could compromise their lives and his heart.' (Publication summary)

'Quinn Dellinger is supposed to be having fun at an industry party for gamers. Instead, all she can think about is the promotion she just got passed over for at her security firm. Then she spots him. Tall? Check. Dark? Check. Dangerously sexy? Check. Hell, yes—this is the guy who'll help her forget all her worries and give her one wickedly naughty night.

'The next morning she discovers her one-night stand was the guy who took her job. Oh, hell no. But Aiden Odell is not just a security specialist, he's ex-FBI, and Quinn is expected to work with him—very closely—on a major assignment. He may be tall, dark and dangerously sexy, but this is one game Quinn is determined to win…' (Publication summary)

Mr. Dangerously Sexy - Stefanie London

'When Addison Cobalt learns she has a stalker, she tries to hide it from her business partner, Logan Dane. The protective, super-sexy co-head of their security company will only try to take control of the situation — and her.

Which is exactly what Logan does when he finds out about the stalker. Addison craves the safety of Logan’s body, but she won’t willing give up her independence! She has a few ways to shake Logan’s iron control, but it’s a wicked and risky game. Because the only thing more dangerous than her stalker is Mr Dangerously Sexy himself!'

Her Sexy Texas Cowboy - Ali Olson

'City-girl Renee Gainey is in Texas for her sister’s wedding, and waiting for her is Jeremiah Richards, the irresistible cowboy Renee can’t have. But what single maid-of-honour could resist the best man when he’s a red-hot Texan?

Very soon, the attraction between Renee and Jeremiah consumes them. Now they’re sneaking out of wedding duties to satisfy their cravings for each other. Every chance they can get. But once the wedding is over, Renee is going back to New York. Hopefully with her heart intact…'

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