Displaying the top 100 results that match your query. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/rssapi.jsp?browse=true&N=6594+4294326407 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1639175 Having pulled himself up from the streets of Athens, Sergios Demonides thought he had seen it all. Then Beatriz Blake walked into his office and asked him for a marriage of convenience! Independent, proud and unadorned, Beatriz is a far cry from the usual glamorous women who grace his bed. But Sergios doesnt need another trophy--he needs a mother for his late cousins children. The overlooked Blake heiress and the ruthless billionaire strike a deal. But she doesnt read the small print--the one that sees them sharing a bed! http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699508 What he wants, he takes! Cruelly discarded on her wedding night, Noelle Ducasse buries the shame of being an untouched bride--creating a new, glamorous life to mask the relentless ache of loneliness. Until Ammar returns ... The image of Noelles guileless eyes lingers with Ammar still. Noelle can refuse him all she likes, but this time the ruthless Ammar will not be denied. Hell spend each moment of each night proving that--no matter how much her mind denies it--she will melt under her husbands exquisite touch--Publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1698837 It seemed like every girls dream: fall in love with a prince and be whisked off for your very own glamorous happy-ever-after--a royal fairy tale for Allegra Jackson and Prince Alessandro Santina. Allegras headline-grabbing family hardly prepared her for a life of public duty, and sinfully delicious Prince Alessandro has always seemed virtually allergic to the idea of settling down in Santa Maria. Out of all the flamboyant, beautiful women his names been linked with, the heir to the throne picked ordinary Allegra with the family from hell ... . Is everything really as it seems regarding the tabloids engagement of the year?--Publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1643772 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699496 If waitress Gracie OBriens first meeting with Rocco is memorable, the second is unforgettable. For when he finds her breaking in to his office he doesnt believe her innocence-so hell keep her close until he finds the truth. Yet its impossible for Rocco to stay angry with the sparky redhead-shes making him feel emotions he thought hed buried forever. And the sexual tension between them is reaching explosion point--P. [2] of cover. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1710282 At the billionaires beck and call? An afternoon at the races--laced with champagne and women--is just another event for Ethan Cartwright, until the very ordinary Daisy Donahue catches his eye. Daisy knows to keep her head down and to stay invisible amongst the throngs of designer-clad Australian socialites. But ruthless Ethan is intrigued by her and cant resist one passionate embrace! Daisy is devastated to be fired for a kiss--she needs her job! Thats where Ethan comes in. He has a new role in mind: housekeeper by day, bedmate by night. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1639831 For Franco Tolle, the golden boy of Europes jetset society, life is just a playground--filled with racing speedboats on the azure Mediterranean Sea. When youre rich and famous, money is no object...and to hell with the consequences! But he once took a risk with a price bigger than he was willing to pay... In a rush of red-hot infatuation, he put a glittering diamond wedding ring on Lexi Hamiltons finger, yet within months they were living separate lives. Now Francos daredevil life has caught up with him--and hell risk it all for the one thing he craves...his estranged wife!--Publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1639207 Infamous playboy Orion Moralis believes in lust, not marriage--until, with one innocent sigh, the daughter of a business rival turns his world on its head. Selina Taylor is achingly pure and, as he captures her lips, Orion knows he must possess her! But their marriage is short-lived. Six years since Selina was removed from the marriage bed, shes older and definitely wiser when it comes to seductive, powerful men. But trapped on Orions luxury yacht, she finds memories of the past returning to haunt her--with the bad comes the oh-so-good--and soon she cant resist the sensual pull between them. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699492 Haunted by one scandal too many, tabloid-savaged and vulnerable, Larissa Whitney turns her back on her gilded fortune. Desperately hiding from the paparazzis relentless cameras, Larissa escapes to a small, secluded island, seeking refuge. But shes not alone--instead, Larissa finds herself face-to-face with Manhattan tycoon Jack Endicott Sutton. Now shes trapped on an island with a man she had a wild affair with five years before ... A man shes still achingly attracted to. A man who knows the outrageous truth!--Publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1643782 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699515 With a client list hotter than the Zubran desert, wedding planner Avery Scott shouldnt be surprised that her latest client is Crown Prince Malik of Zubran--the man who once lit her body on fire--before steamrollering over her heart?--P. [4] of cover. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1710175 Alison Whitman visits an IVF clinic and gets pregnant. Then she learns a shocking truth--through a mix-up at the clinic, her unborn child is the heir of Maximo Rossi, the Prince of Turan! When Maximo learns of the pregnancy, hes determined that no child of his will be born out of wedlock--and soon issues a royal command that Alison will find difficult to refuse. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1642462 Stepping off his private jet in his designer suit, Sheikh Asad returns to his kingdom ready to secure his legacy. For beneath the starched white shirt beats the heart of a desert warrior! Iris Carpenter barely recognizes the man standing before her. Hes more magnificent than he was six years ago and even more dangerous. Especially when the searing heat of his eyes burns hotter than the fierce desert sun. Iris can resist all she likes, but Asad knows its just a matter of time before the flame-haired temptress is back in his bed-where she belongs! -- Cover verso. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1698566 Callie Woodville had imagined her wedding day since she was a little girl ... But shed never dreamed it would be like this! She thought shed found the perfect man in her dangerously seductive boss, Eduardo Cruz, but Get out! wasnt exactly the morning-after treatment shed hoped for. Holding her wilting bouquet, Callie waits for her groom--her best friend, a man shed never kissed, or even wanted to kiss. But once the eminently powerful Eduardo knows about the bump concealed under Callies oversize, secondhand wedding dress, theres no way hes going to let her walk up the aisle with someone else--Publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1639846 Santinas rebellious princess Sophia made a shock exit from her brothers engagement party last night following the surprise announcement of her own arranged marriage. It seems Sophia did not favor the match...instead boldly stowing away on the magnificent Maharaja of Naipurs private jet! Staff insiders to the charismatic maharaja, Ashok Achari, arent denying the pair spent a wild night together before being caught on film on arrival in Mumbai. Scandal is the last thing the Santina royals need right now--might this maharaja be persuaded into taking Santinas runaway princess as his wife? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699499 When infamous billionaire gambler Bahir Al-Qadir is forced to protect his ex-lover, Marina Peshwah, it seems Lady Luck has finally deserted him. Hes tried to forget the spoiled princess, but even the relentless heat of the desert has failed to burn the intoxicating image of her from his mind. Now hes about to discover that their passion left them with more than just memories. Marina is once again at the mercy of the man she loves to hate. She may hold the winning card, but with such high stakes this proud sheikh will go all in to claim his heir--P. [2] of cover. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1698586 It was a night filled with scandal, but pop princess Izzy Jackson really took the crown! Royal and VIP guests were reportedly horrified at the singer and reality-TV stars impromptu performance at her sisters royal engagement party. It was left to Prince Matteo, second in line to the throne, to whisk tipsy starlet Izzy offstage, into his limo and straight to his luxury palazzo ... from which the pair havent emerged ... . Rumor has it the proud prince and the footballers daughter are working on a charity concert. Will they make sweet music together or split, citing irreconcilable artistic differences?--Publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1698758 The last time Andreas Ferrante saw Sienna Baker, she was naively trying to seduce him. While her provocative sensuality is emblazoned on Andreass memory, the terrible consequences torment him. So the news that they must marry to secure his inheritance is unthinkable ... . Once devastated by his heartless rejection, seeing Andreas again makes Siennas humiliation burn brighter. And as for marrying him? Theyd be lucky to last the ceremony without killing each other! But theres a fine line between love and hate ... . Will these flames of anger turn to white-hot passion on their wedding night?--Publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1643766 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1639838 Getting falsely arrested feels like a scene from a bad movie for rising star Lily Wild, especially when she discovers the conditions of her release--around-the-clock surveillance by world-class lawyer Tristan Garrett. Ignoring her attraction to the sinfully sexy man who crushed her youthful heart is getting harder by the minute! Lilys reputation is in Tristans hands now and when he says jump, shed better ask how high! With a reputation founded on control, hes determined not to lose his head over this little minx again. But he blazes white-hot every time he looks at her and its burning away his couldnt-care-less facade! http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1641642 Spurned and publicly humiliated by the father of her child, Princess Emmeline dArcy has no ring, no wedding date and no legitimacy for her unborn baby. And the last straw? Having to trade in her gilded lifestyle and pretend to be her twin sister, otherwise known as Sheikh Makin Al-Kourys personal assistant. Accustomed to being waited on hand and foot, Emmeline finds herself having to jump to the click of her bosss skillful fingers-day and night! But once the sheikh uncovers her shameful past, will his touch be nothing but a scorching memory?-- Cover verso. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1642753 The news that wild socialite Veronica St. Germaine has cleaned up her act and stepped into her fathers shoes as ruler of a Mediterranean principality creates a tabloid frenzy! But its not just the paparazzi that are out for blood-- Duty demands that bodyguard Rajesh Vala must protect Veronica--whatever the cost-- But Veronica has always rebelled against commands, and she isnt making Rajs job easy! He calls it safeguarding. She calls it being held captive at his beach house. Both realize that the attraction between them is inconvenient-- Veronica is forbidden, not for bedding!--Publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699557 Jacob Wilde lived a fast and furious life of reckless abandon...until his wild streak put a cruel end to a life spent in pursuit of pleasure ... The Texan ranching grapevine is legendary, so Addison McDowell has heard all about Jacob Wildes shameless past-and his scarred, solitary present. But her only focus is her future-which wont include this impossibly arrogant man! Addison is no Texan wallflower-when Jake starts a fight, shes more than capable of finishing it! However, a searing attraction to a man she knows cannot love her back? That she has no idea how to handle--Publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1699364 Santinas royal palace officials were tight-lipped about claims that Prince Rodriguez Anguiano was jilted by his fiance. But it seems the prince did not leave Santina empty-handed after all! Princess Carlotta Santina has been living out of the spotlight and under a cloud since giving birth to her illegitimate son. Now shes arriving at Rodriguezs Spanish palace in preparation for their forthcoming nuptials. Perhaps the prince should get some new advisers, because hes about to discover that his blushing bride comes with an unexpected bonus -- Cover verso. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1639211 Rachel Clairborne is a blonde beauty but, tired of being judged on her appearance, shes never let a man close. For the moment shes focused on finding her mother, who abandoned her family for the sultry paradise island of St. Antoine. But soon St. Antoine works its dark magic on Rachel, too, in the shape of irresistible Matt Brody. For the first time ever, she wants to give herself to a man. But Rachel can only look, not let herself be touched...because Matt clearly knows something about her missing mother.... http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1639849 Lilleys fairy-tale wish is about to be granted. Shell swap her gray suits for a fabulous dress and killer heels, and dance the night away with the man every other woman wants...but only for one night. Alessandro Caetani does not do happy-ever-afters. In fact, his charm extends only as far as getting his Little Mouse secretary into bed. Lilley has never taken such a risk before, but this is her night of living dangerously.... http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1707281 Already haunted by a youth of illegitimacy and poverty, Valente Lorenzatto never forgave Caroline Haless abandonment of him at the altar.But now hes made millions and claimed his aristocratic Venetian birthright-and hes poised to get his revenge. Hell ruin Carolines family by buying out their company and throwing them out of their mansion; unless she agrees to give him the wedding night she denied him five years ago. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1539207 With her family business in crisis, Polly Prince does her best to keep calm and carry on. But hard work alone cant save her London company from takeover by the infamously ruthless Damon Doukakis ... or her traitorous body from the lethal sensuality of her boss! As his new apprentice, Polly accompanies Damon to Paris to negotiate the most challenging business deal of her life! Worse still, Polly must at all costs resist Damon the most dangerously romantic city in the world--Publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1428447 Lucan St. Claire refuses to take the cursed title of fifteenth Duke of Stourbridge -- he wants nothing to do with his heritage, including a magnificent stately home in the English countryside. So when hes forced to return to his familys seat, he takes beautiful new personal assistant Lexie Hamilton with him for some much-needed distraction ... . Only Lucan has no idea that his temporary assistant isnt quite who she seems ... and by the time he finds out it will be too late!--Publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1428289 Theres only one -- resolutely-- single St Claire male left ... Gideon St Claires life revolves around work -- just the way he likes it. Hes master of his emotions, and the women he dates never get glimpses of his home life beyond the stairs leading to his bedroom ... But for how long? Feisty and fun-loving, with the annoying knack of knowing just how to wind Gideon up, Joey McKinley is the sort of woman he avoids. How does he handle such enthusiasm? But when an old enemy of Joeys starts looking for revenge, Gideons forced to keep watch over her -- day and night--Publisher. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1539200 Ill pay you 10,000 to marry me right now. A wealthy and gorgeous man suddenly proposes to Magda, who makes a meager living cleaning an extravagant luxury apartment. He is Rafaello Di Viscenti, the owner of the apartment. Why would a major Italian businessman propose to a poor woman like me at first sight? Magda refuses outright, but that night, Rafaello tracks her down! http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1706547 Romy Picard will do anything to prevent her aged father from being imprisoned. But the only man who can help her is the rich, notorious Spaniard who stole her virginity and her heart three years ago. Xavier DeVasquez could drop all charges against Romys father with a click of his arrogant fingers--but he sees an opportunity to have Romy in his bed one more time. This time, though, hell make sure that she stays on his terms. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1710162 True, Constantine Karantinos has only the faintest memory of a romantic dalliance with a waitress named Laura. But when he learns shes mothered his heir, he summons her to Greece, where she insists on paying her way as his housekeeper. Finding her stubborn willfulness the ultimate aphrodisiac, Constantine determines to win her over in the bedroom--again and again and again. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1710034 In the heat of the Rio Carnival, Ellie succumbs to her charismatic boss Diogo Serrador. But having taken her virginity, the Brazilian billionaire wants nothing more to do with her until he discovers shes pregnant. Diogo will accept nothing less than taking Ellie as his bride. Their marriage is passionate by night but empty by day--for Diogos dark past has frozen his heart. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1643043 Blessed with brilliant beauty and abundant wealth--Lena used to be a prince of the fashionable society until an accident took everything away from her, leaving only ugly scar in her leg. Her husband despised the car and dumped her. I never trust a man. Since then, a smile has disappeared from her face and she has withdrawn and lived a quiet life. She never expects that her extremely sexy boss is determined to make her his own. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1428368 Physiotherapist Stephanie McKinley has always admired handsome actor Jordan Simpson. So shes shocked when her latest client turns out to be the dark-eyed superstar. Except now shes faced with the man behind the famous facade - Jordan St Claire, wealthy aristocrat! Recuperating from an accident at Mulberry Hall, his extensive family estate, Jordan isnt suffering in silence. Roaming around the mansion, hes like a surly - but deadly attractive - beast! Albeit one whos about to unleash Stephanies reserved sensuality once and for all ... http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1388666 All 8 Harlequin presents books published in April 2010. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1388645 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1388647 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1428135 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1388665 All 8 Harlequin presents books published in March 2010. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1388646 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1388648 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1380818 Proud billionaires. Arrogant princes. Commanding sheikhs. Powerful tycoons. With irresistible alpha heroes like these, this Harlequin presents bundle is guaranteed to seduce you with eight new stories of romance and passion! http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1380757 Passion and romance, secrets and betrayal, commanding heroes and compassionate heroines, these are the elements that make Harlequin presents one of the most popular romance series in history. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1380518 A French tycoon is determined to break down a conservative journalists inhibitions. A poor woman swept into the luxurious world of a Sicilian tycoon following a case of mistaken identity. An actress forced to share a villa with the man who broker her heart years ago... Read the passionate love stories of these characters and more in eight irresistible books from Harlequin presents. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1380940 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1185853 As the black sheep of the Fehrs, a powerful desert family, middle son Zayed has sworn off love and marriage. This playboy prince is happiest when cruising the casinos of Monte Carlo. But then family tragedy leaves him the heir to his kingdoms throne. Custom dictates that a wife must be seated beside him, and hes got just the bride in mind. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1380445 Whos your dream hero? A calculating prince, or a powerful Greek tycoon? An imposing billionaire or a seductive sheikh? Dont settle for just one when you can get eight in this bundle of all July 2009 Harlequin presents! http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1380198 Exotic settings that span the globe from London to Greece. Intense, emotional storylines. And eight powerful, passionate alpha heroes to sweep you off your feet. Everything that you love about Harlequin presents is right here in one handy bundle! http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1428301 Linus Harrisons masculinity is a little too much for his sensible, bespectacled assistant, Andrea. He makes her heart beat like crazy! And the last thing Andi expects is to have to spend a weekend alone with her wild, irrepressible boss...--From Content Reserve screen. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1381381 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1643045 Lost during a vacation in Italy, Erin meets an astonishingly handsome man riding his black horse. The two fall in love instantly, and they marry after only 5 days. She only knows him as Francesco, but he is, in fact, Europes wealthiest banker! The dramatic changes in her life leave Erin confused, and she ends up accusing her husband of infidelity. Francesco is of no help as he refuses to console her, and their marriage slowly deteriorates. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1381386 Glamorous settings, passionate men and more money than you can imagine ... The perfect recipe for romance! Be swept off your feet with the eight Harlequin Presents books in this handy bundle. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1147792 As a teenager, Natalie was utterly humiliated when rich, debonair Christo Savas rejected her clumsy advances.... Now, suddenly, she finds herself at the brilliant businessmans beck and call! And shes sure he sees through her aloof manner to her frantically beating heart.... So the little firecracker has grown up! Christo will take what she offered all those years ago--one night to satisfy his desire.... But one night is never enough!--p. [4] of cover. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1028370 London is a great town for players. But for the three eligible bachelors in these enthralling stories, the pleasure of conquest pales by comparison to the joys to be found in the arms ... and heart ... of the right woman. Find out what happens when three wealthy, desirable men who are used to getting whatever they want on their own terms meet their match in three unique, spirited women in Sharon Kendricks captivating series. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=808783 He wants marriage--but does he love her? The tall, slim blonde seems the perfect diversion for ruggedly handsome hotel magnate Ben Jamieson. Hell bed Carissa Grace on a strictly no-strings basis. Carissa and Ben soon embark on an all-consuming affair. But for Ben, thats all this can ever be--passionate, but temporary. However, when Carissa finds out shes pregnant, Ben demands that she marry him! Even if it is just for their babys sake. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1380505 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1028399 Tristan Bennet is tall, sexy and enigmatic--and jeweler Erin cant tell whether hes a gem or a rough diamond. But Tristan has a week to spare--so hell act as protector to Erin while she goes to Australias gem mines to buy precious stones. Once she and Tristan are on the road, the heat they generate dirves them both to distraction. Erin knows theyre headed for trouble--unless they can keep the lid on the attraction growing between them. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1028369 Harlequin Presents is renowned for its heartwrenching drama and breathtaking romance. Thrill once again to Presentss enthralling tales of romance among the rich and powerful, played out against the background of luxurious international locales, as mistrust, misunderstandings, betrayal and deceit are once again vanquished by the redemptive power of love. Twelve new riveting tales of blazing passion and consuming desire http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=808739 Marriage in haste, revenge at leisure! Anton Diaz is hell-bent on revenge; hell seduce and marry the innocent daughter of his enemy. To exact his plan will be no hardship, as Emily Fairfax is as beautiful as she is virginal. Its only after that Emily realizes Anton is blackmailing her. Yet she cant stop her body betraying her as they spend their days parted in anger and their nights locked in passion. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1428281 Was Luc short for Lucifer? Darci wondered, because Luc Gambrelli was the most sinfully tempting man shed ever encountered! Her plan was simple: shed teach womanizer Luc a lesson by leading him on then dumping him. But the irresistible Sicilian turned the tables on Darci! Unable to resist Lucs seduction, Darci feared hed discover she wasnt a sophisticated tease, but was an innocent -- and in way over her head! http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=809061 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=808985 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=808738 Bought for her babies! Alexandros Pavlidis always ended his affairs before he got bored. So he never expected to see his London mistress, Rebecca Gibbs, again--until she showed up with shocking news: she was pregnant with his twins! Xandros was intrigued when Rebecca didnt touch a penny of the substantial payoff he gave her. And when the babies were born, everything changed. These were Pavlidis heirs! Now he was on his way to London to bargain for his sons! http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1028400 Billionaires always get what they want! Travis Black might be darkly, broodingly handsome, but as far as Beth is concerned hes also very infuriating! What would a rich, successful and charming man like him want with a quiet, vulnerable and oh-so-ordinary woman like her? Travis soon makes that abundantly clear. However, Beth isnt into casual affairs--so this is one billionaire who wont get what he wants. Or will he? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1381189 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=808736 The billionaires bedroom bargain ... Jack Maguire was turned away from his fathers house and has never forgotten that day--or how much he wanted his stepsister, Sally. Now a billionaire tycoon, by a twist of fate Jacks inherited his fathers property--and has an opportunity to get revenge. Jack has a bargain to make with Sally, who has grown into a beautiful, desirable woman. She can keep her beloved house ... if she will be his mistress on weekends! http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=808952 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=808745 His one-month mistress ... Jake Rendel is a successful millionaire who works and plays hard--unlike Emma Delaney, whos stifled by her uninspiring job. So Jake makes Emma a proposition to shake off her prim-and-proper image: for a month, theyll pretend to have a steamy affair! Emmas out of her depth--and things quickly get passionate in private as well as in public. Soon the girl-next-door is wishing the month of mistress make-believe will never end. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=808981 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=740579 Gabriella Benito fell for wealthy Rufus Gresham the first time she saw him. But Rufus believed Gabriella only wanted a rich husband--just like her mother. Five years later, Rufus and Gabriella must marry to obtain their inheritances. On their wedding day, Gabriella is shocked when Rufus kisses her passionately! Will Rufus use their marriage as an excuse to have her in his bed--whenever he wants? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=759807 When Francesco Romanelli met Erin Foyle, they were married within days -- but it took just a month for their marriage to fall apart. Believing her husband to be nothing more than a cheat, Erin starts divorce proceedings. But though she wont be Francescos wife, she will never be free of him -- she is pregnant with his child. Francesco discovers Erin is pregnant -- how dare she keep it from him? If he has his way, the divorce will never happen. Hes on a mission to reclaim her -- as his wife and in his bed. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=718212 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=717663 Hebe cant believe shes ended up in her handsome bosss bed. But it seems Nick Cavendish just needed to be with someone on the anniversary of his young sons death. Nick tries to dismiss Hebe in the same way he has all his women. But thats not so easy when Hebes his assistant and shes got morning sickness! Nick has a change of heart: hes been sent a second chance at fatherhood! But Hebes heart is breaking, being married as she is for the babys sake. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=731291 Arrogant and ruthless, Luca Barbaro is the kind of man Nell hates most. Although helpless to resist his raw sexuality, she can never forgive his brutal coldness of years ago. Until they meet again in Venice one carnival night--not as Luca and Nell, but as two masked strangers in the grip of pure, irresistible attraction, untainted by the past ... But what happens when the masks come off? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=717657 Alice spent six passionate months as Domenicos mistress. But she knew he would never love her back and would soon discard her--so she left him. But now he wants her back in his bed, and his terms of possession are the same as before--until he makes a discovery that changes everything: Alice is carrying his child. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=757355 Circumstance has left Finn McNeill without a place to stay. Which means her only option is the spare room of rugged firefighter Shane Dwyer. Soon Finns burning question is--should she act on the attraction smoldering between them? The tensions simmering, the chemistrys sizzling and the flames of passion are licking at their heels! Perhaps one secret white-hot night will be enough to put out the fire?--P. [4] of cover. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=759847 Ever since gamekeepers granddaughter Anna Morton was snubbed by Ryder Wyndham and his upper-class friends, shes stayed away from Ryder, the man she once worshipped. But then Anna is forced to live with Ryder on his English country estate, and the tension between them turns to temptation. Anna is a career-minded city girl with no plans to settle down. But Ryder needs a wife, and hes decided that Anna will become his lady-of-the-manor bride! http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=759800 Kenzie is determined to walk away from Dominick Masters. He never loved her, or wanted a child. But now she needs a favor from her estranged husband. In return for his help she must spend a weekend at his country mansion -- at his bidding! Kenzie has no choice but to agree, but finds being alone with Dominick a delicious temptation -- though stolen passion has its price. How will Dominick react when he hears Kenzies important news? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=757371 Teacher Elisabeth Read isnt prepared for her cookery class to be given some star treatment by wealthy celebrity chef Angus MacAllister. Shes even less prepared for the delicious attraction that flares between them! The usually cautious Elisabeth is soon feeling hot, bothered and definitely out of control, as Angus teases and tempts her into his bed! But all it takes is one small moment of recklessness and Elisabeth will be forced to make the toughest decision of her life, when she discovers shes pregnant. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=759835 Passionate romance, glamorous settings, and sexy alpha heroes -- what Harlequin Presents is all about! http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=718213 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=731119 Leon Aristides believes in money, power and family. So when his sister dies, leaving a son, he acts quickly and ruthlessly. He finds the woman who has guardianship of his nephew and insists she marry him! Helen knows that Leon believes her to be a money-hungry, experienced woman of the world--until their wedding night reveals otherwise! But Helen wants more than an incredible lover ... she wants a loving husband! http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=757356 Rosalie Winters is a challenge. Beautiful and aloof, she doesnt play the games of flirtation and seduction that Sheikh Arik Kareem Ben Hassan expects from women. She intrigues him with her lack of sophistication and guile. Arik realizes he must move slowly to gain her trust. Rosalie is quiet, even withdrawn, as though something has changed her. But Arik also knows that once shes at his command Rosalie will welcome the loving that only he can give her. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=705231 Seduced for revenge, taken for pleasure! When Alexander Koutoufides seduced the young Saskia Prentice it was for revenge! Now she is back and Alex decides to finish what he started ... for pleasure! Saskia cannot forgive the sexy Greek who nearly stole her innocence, or forget the stormy passion they shared! She knows Alex wants her, his ruthless reputation confirms that he will have her. The only uncertainty is ... how long can she resist him? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=759822 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=758112 A gold-digging home-wrecker isnt Curt McIntoshs ideal woman. But it seems thats exactly what hes got with Peta Grey. For Curt there is only one way to stop her ... blackmail! In reality, Peta is a penniless virgin trying to survive. She accepts Curts ultimatum, and agrees to act as his mistress. But the terms of the deal arent clear. Peta thought their relationship was purely business. So why has she just woken up naked in Curts bed? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=730691 Welcome to Mardivino--a beautiful and wealthy Mediterranean island principality, with a prestigious and glamorous Royal family. There are three Cacciatore princes--Nicolo, Guido and the eldest, the heir, Gianferro. Passion, power and privilege--the dynasty continues ... http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=759801 Jordan has struggled to forget Gino Bortelli, the arrogant, sexy Italian with whom she had an affair ten years before. Things had ended abruptly, but Jordan still craved Ginos touch. No man yet had made her feel as Gino had... Now hes back! Older, richer and sexier, Gino still has the power to make Jordan melt. He knows something Jordan would prefer be kept secret and hes prepared to use it -- to have her, bed her, any way he wants her. And, to Jordans shame, she cant say no. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=730695 Its been five years since Alexa set eyes on Giovanni de Verrazzano--five years since she walked out on their pretense of a marriage and took with her a precious secret. Since discovering that he is the son of a powerful desert ruler, Giovanni is determined that Alexa resume her role as his wife and accompany him to his desert kingdom. But how will this proud Italian, of Kharastani descent, react when he discovers he has a son? http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=718510 When Lucio Masterton discovers that he has a daughter, the Spaniard takes immediate action. He confronts Kirstie Rivers, the girls mother, who he is sure has deceived him! But Kirstie believes that Lucio loves only money. Shes been hurt badly by the billionaire and is determined that her daughter wont suffer the same fate. However, under the Spanish sun, Kirstie finds she is being ruthlessly pursued by Lucio, who will stop at nothing to take what he feels is his. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=705250 His Wedding-Night Heir: Will he get his wedding-night baby? Virginal beauty Cally Maitland has become accustomed to life on the run since fleeing her marriage to aristocrat Sir Nicholas Tempest. But Nicholas isnt prepared to let Cally go. Indeed, he has a harsh ultimatum to deliver: give him their long-overdue wedding-night - and provide him with an heir! The Antonides Marriage Deal: Greek magnate Elias Antonides has single-handedly regained his familys fortune. So when his father gambles away a vital share hes furious! Elias now has a new business partner ... stunning heiress Tallie Savas. Wife Against Her Will: The bartered bride! Darcy Langton is horrified when she finds herself engaged to arrogant businessman Joel Castille-traded as part of a business merger, no less! While Joel represents everything she most loathes in a man, hes also, frustratingly, the most charismatic man shes ever met. Its soon clear that Joel has absolutely no intentions of honouring their in-name-only agreement, and away from the boardroom Darcy is unable to resist her husbands sensual persuasions. But when Darcy makes a shocking discovery about her new husband, its up to Joel to woo her back-or risk loosing his most valuable asset for ever. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=759805 Rafael Cordeiro: He has little time for women -- he hasnt yet found one who isnt deceitful and dangerous. Grace Thacker: A young, innocent English rose, she has come to Rafael to save her fledgling business. She has ten minutes to persuade the ruthless Brazilian to help her. Ten minutes to decide: she can leave and lose -- or settle her debts with her body! http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=740934 Billionaire Nikos Kristallis is shocked to discover his orphaned nephew is being raised by personal trainer Carrie Thomas. When Carrie refuses to give him the baby Nik whisks her away to Corfu, where hell seduce her and then claim her as his bride! Carrie isnt prepared for the intense feelings Nik arouses in her, and the gorgeous Greek is only interested in a marriage of convenience. Then Carrie discovers something that could change everything. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=763928 As failed past romances carry secrets ... and complications ... into the present, passions are reignited, and love is truly tested in these dramatic, heart-wrenching, romantic tales of secrets and lies. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=757361 Gina Hudson is in Athens to settle an old score, not fall into bed with her enemys right-hand man. But shes underestimated the power of Mikos Christopoulos. No-strings sex is what Mikos expects. But soon his mission becomes more, and he whisks Gina away to his island retreat. He thinks she is a perfect part-time mistress until he starts to want this woman for the rest of his life. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=730689 Jake Marriot had always been clear about the terms of his relationships--no marriage, no babies. So when Ashleigh Forrester found out she was pregnant with his child, she ran! But Jakes back. The billionaire has returned to convince Ashleigh that she belongs in his bed. But when he meets her little boy, the resemblance is too obvious to ignore. Jake no longer wants her as his mistress ... but hell buy her as his wife ... http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=718219 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=705234 Eligible bachelor Rafaelle Villani is used to loving his women ... and leaving them. Until his freedom is compromised by a candid newspaper photo, which suggests he has finally fallen ... for Rachel Carmichael. Soon the worlds press is reporting their engagement! Rafaelle claims his fake fianc; twenty-four hours later Rachel has been passionately seduced--and fears she has conceived his baby. So, Rafaelle demands that Rachel pretend to be his future bride!