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Broken

Broken

Evelyn Miller

When Lily finds her boyfriend cheating on her the summer before senior year, it's just another broken piece in her already disappointing life. Then she meets Mason, who seems equally as broken for a different reason, but together they make summer their own and set off to complete a bucket list of promises they vow not to break...and maybe some feelings develop along the way. But their summer fling ends in disaster when Lily and Mason realize they're from rival schools, competing in rival teams. Even worse, when a tragic accident puts their priorities into perspective, can Lily and Mason find a way to be together, and will their friends—and the ultra-competitive sports teams—allow them to have the happy ending they dream of...?

Age Rating: 18+

Life is Not a Game

Life is Not a Game

Kara Verbeek

Charlotte leads a double life. Online, she is Mars: gamer, master strategist, and one of the boys. In real life, she’s too shy to utter a single word. On her team, she’s infallible. At school, she’s a freak. But a cross-country move gives her a chance to reinvent herself—until a fateful collision with her new friend’s gorgeous brother knocks her whole world off course. Will she have the courage to date football jock TJ? Or should she stick to her online love, Tony—even if he thinks she’s a boy?

The Perfect Spiral

The Perfect Spiral

Ashley Constantine

Alex Thompson is working on her third master's degree, she has three *very* protective older brothers, and she's never thought of herself as the "hot friend." Oh yeah, and her brother's best friend is Knox Carter, an NFL quarterback and the Sexiest Man Alive. She and Knox have always hated each other, but has that conflict been hiding deeper feelings?

My Sister's Wedding

My Sister's Wedding

Kelsie Tate

Tatum is a ruthless billionaire who avoids his family...until his sister decides to get married. When he finds an escort to be his wedding date, he doesn’t expect to fall for her—or that meeting Piper will change his life forever.

Billionaire's Masquerade

Billionaire's Masquerade

C. Qualls

When Carly starts her new job, she finds herself very attracted to a cute coworker but also drawn to a mystery man that she meets at her company’s masquerade ball. She’ll have to play detective to figure out who her masked lover is while juggling her flirtation with her sweet co-worker, learning the ropes of a new job, and dealing with an unexpected complication.

Sweet Temptation

Sweet Temptation

Merra Gischan

This stunning woman with her mesmerizing eyes. She’s lucky her friend arrived, or else I might have taken her straight to bed, making her moan and plead. A not so gentle reminder for her to lock her door, especially when she is planning on baking barely dressed.

Without a doubt, she's what I'd desirably refer to as my sweet temptation.

Sumner Comes First

Sumner Comes First

Vivienne Wren

Sumner arrives at the lake house determined to keep her heart locked tight. This summer is about fixing her life, not reopening old wounds. Then Corbin walks in with that familiar grin and zero respect for emotional safety plans. He is her brother’s best friend, her first crush, and the mistake she never quite forgot. Confined spaces, shared memories, and long summer nights stir feelings she swears are buried. Corbin challenges every rule she makes, while Sumner fights the pull between comfort and chaos. Old sparks crackle with new heat, and resisting him starts to feel like the hardest rule she has ever made. Falling again feels reckless… but what if it is exactly what she needs?

The Drake Twins

The Drake Twins

Rowan Cody

They used to make her life miserable—every taunt, every smirk, every stolen moment meant to break her down. But growing up didn’t erase the magnetic pull she’s always felt toward the Drake twins. Now, seven years later, they’re back in her world—older, darker, and twice as tempting. Their arrogance is still there, but so is something new flickering behind those wicked eyes. Desire. Challenge. A dangerous game she swore she’d never play again. She tells herself she should walk away, but the truth is she’s never been good at resisting them—or the delicious kind of chaos they bring.

Charlotte and the Seven Frat Brothers

Charlotte and the Seven Frat Brothers

Jessica Carter

Charlotte just wants a normal senior year of college before she goes off to her dream job in LA. But when the dorms are filled to capacity, she's assigned to live in a frat house! To her surprise, Charlotte finds herself on a journey of self-discovery, finding business intrigue, friends, love, and a sense of self in the most unlikely company.

Age Rating: 16+

Grayson

Grayson

Lisa Seven

Kassia's life takes a dramatic turn when she meets her new stepbrother, Grayson. Instantly captivated by his commanding presence, she finds herself navigating an uncharted sea of emotions. A chance encounter transforms their dynamic, leaving Kassia at the mercy of a growing attraction that defies all rules. Torn between what she feels and what she knows is forbidden, Kassia must decide if she’s ready to cross the line—or risk losing everything.

The Blue Ice Series 1: Beneath the Blue Ice

The Blue Ice Series 1: Beneath the Blue Ice

Donna Richards

Natasha thought she left her old crush behind when she moved away, but fate drags her back to Boston—and right into the same apartment as her best friend’s cocky hockey-playing brother. Layson has always been off-limits, but the way he looks at her now makes rules feel like nothing but fragile glass. He’s the star everyone wants, with a smirk that can melt ice, but with Natasha, something shifts—something deeper, something dangerous. She’s the quiet girl with sapphire eyes and a guarded heart, yet she makes him feel like he’s losing control. With desire sparking and boundaries blurring, can they resist what’s building between them, or will their story rewrite itself under the stars?

Beautiful Mistake

Beautiful Mistake

Mel Ryle

After Kyla's friends convince her to rebound from her cheating ex-boyfriend with a one night stand, she's sure she's got love and lust out of her system for good. Now she can focus on her career as a marketing assistant. But little does she know that the handsome stranger who just rocked her world is her new boss. Kyla decides to keep their relationship professional, but her billionaire boss isn't easily deterred...

Teach You, Teach Me

Teach You, Teach Me

N. Warren

Having a massive crush on your brother's best friend is so cliché, right? But what if that best friend comes back into your orbit after six years? And what if he's even dreamier than you remembered and presents you with a deal that you simply cannot refuse? There's a girl he wants, and he's asked you to help make her his—finally. Yeah, it sucks that the girl isn't you, but he's desperate and mouthwatering, and he'll do anything you want him to do to make you say yes...so you agree. The deal is set; you teach him to nail the girl of his dreams (literally), and he'll teach you how to pick up guys. It's simple, right? Because you both get what you want? So then, how does it go so wrong?

Keily

Keily

Manjari

Her: The fat girl nervously starting her senior year at a new school.

Him: The brooding football jock who takes the seat next to her.

He notices her checking him out and leans in. She can feel his warmth against her. He places a finger under her chin, turning her to stare into his gorgeous eyes.

“What are you looking at, Piggy?”

The Outcasts 1: The Roommate

The Outcasts 1: The Roommate

Ruth Robinson

When Sam posted an advert for a roommate he was hoping at best he'd find someone who would pay half the rent and occasionally wash the dishes. He didn't count on the bubbly ball of cheery energy which was Elizabeth, inserting herself into his life as well as his house. The unlikely friendship which arises will change them both.

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Contemporary Romance Books

Contemporary Romance Books explore modern love in today's world, featuring characters dealing with current social issues, technology, and lifestyle challenges while building romantic relationships. These stories reflect real-life situations that readers can relate to while providing the emotional satisfaction of watching love conquer everyday obstacles. Characters might navigate modern dating, career pressures, or family expectations while searching for genuine connection. Find stories where modern love proves that some things never change.... 

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