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Quartermaster by Marilyn Barr

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Quartermaster by Marilyn Barr

Catalina
He violated me. Don Rodrigo took my family’s business, home, and titles, but he will never own me. I’m on the run. He’s threatened to expose my secret. My last hope is to intercept the ship carrying my dowry before our match is permanent. Trusting pirates to give me a fair share is foolish but not as much as staying on the same island as my attacker…

Chub
The letter from our arch-nemesis was written in feminine calligraphy but our nutmeg Captain Teeth didn’t notice. Blimey that because the author of the letter is my lady love. I’d bet my last doubloon. If only she didn’t shrink away from my touch… Killing every scoundrel who dared to hurt her isn’t helping…but it cools the rage I hold inside.

Can Chub teach Catalina to assemble her shattered fragments into the strong woman she wants to be or is she too broken to believe in herself? Will she accept a pirate’s promise of true love or was the Mortar & Pestle’s message too late for lonely Chub to claim his lady love?

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Storm Clouds Rolling In (#1 in the Bregdan Chronicles Historical Fiction Series) by Ginny Dye

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Storm Clouds Rolling In (#1 in the Bregdan Chronicles Historical Fiction Series) by Ginny Dye

** Amazon Best-Selling Author & Series **

Review: Moses had come to watch his daddy die. I read the first sentence of the first book and knew I would read every word of what Ginny Dye writes. I’ve devoured this remarkable saga, and all 19 that follow! I will read every new one that comes.

Unforgettable characters that will capture your heart. Rich, accurate, historical detail. These are the hallmarks of Ginny Dye’s work. The bestselling Bregdan Chronicles novels have captured the hearts of fans all over the world. This enthralling saga encompassing the Civil War & Reconstruction has eighteen books right now, but many more are coming.

Warning – the Bregdan Chronicles will suck you in and never let you go!

Book Description:

Carrie had always lived a charmed life, but restlessness gnawed at her soul. She dreamed of a different future, but dramatic changes are taking place in the South. Her heart and mind would soon be tested by fire – sweeping away dreamed of freedom as chaos descends.

Carrie Cromwell comes of age as the storm clouds of the Civil War swallow America. Born with a fiery spirit and a strong mind, she finds herself struggling between the common wisdom of the South and the truth she has discovered. The activities of the Underground Railroad and her close friendships with the Cromwell Plantation slaves create difficult choices. But when her decisions put her at odds with her heritage and challenge her dreams, will she be able to give up all that is precious to her?

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This first book of The Bregdan Chronicles historical fiction series will pull you in and never let you go. You’ll experience the Civil War era (and all the years to come) through the eyes of both White and Black, Free & Slave, Southern & Northern – and you’ll fall in love with every character.

Review: I never thought I would find a series to enthrall me like The Bregdan Chronicles has. I was wrong! I am struggling to find appropriate words to describe the awe I am in, and find myself failing miserably. I absolutely could not put these books down. I would finish one, and immediately hop online to go get the next one, sometimes in the wee hours of the morning, when my tail should have been asleep. The writing style of this author brings you right into the story as if you are a part of it. She has amazing talent to capture the imagination, and bring you right into a virtual reality. I have fallen in love with every one of these characters – especially the strong women! – and have become completely entranced with each life represented.

The historical account of this time period was so right on, so very vivid, you almost feel like you’ve walked right into it. These books became so alive, I actually had dreams at night of battle. (I’m not even kidding.) But it goes further. There were conversations in these books that had me reading over them several times. Life lessons. Sage advice. The kind of wisdom that comes from every day life. Moments that were so profound, they pierced my heart with an accuracy that I can’t even begin to explain.

Many times, the lives and hearts of each character were changed and rocked with revelation that came about in a moment, yet, so deeply touching the deepest recesses of the heart, that you can’t go beyond it, without it having changed you as well, as you read it.

Thank you, Ginny Dye, not only for an amazing journey, but for those light bulb moments throughout each book, that reached beyond the pages, and made their home inside the soul. What can I say overall? Well, let me put it like this: these books are like… “Gone with the Wind” meets up with “Eat, Pray, Love”; then whispers some “Secret life of Bees”, forges some “Steel Magnolia’s”, and at times, wraps itself with the “Color Purple.” Sigh. Did I mention how much I loved these books?

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Filed Under: Audiobook, Bargain Books Under $3, Buyer's Guides, Fiction, Heat Level 1 - G Rated Clean Read, Historical, Kindle Unlimited eBooks, Print Books, Romance Tagged With: christian fiction, Christian Historical Fiction, civil war, Ginny Dye, historical romance, historical saga, Historical series, Inspirational Fiction, United States history, women's fiction

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Seeker by Jean M. Grant

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Seeker by Jean M. Grant

Nock, draw, release. Her bow is always ready, and if her arrow hits its mark, she will secure her destined soulmate.

Aileana Montgomerie’s bloodline holds valuable gifts of foresight and healing, but with each honor comes a curse. Even though she is descended from the mystical isles’ folk, she lacks the ability of the Scottish Ancients and wonders if she belongs in a magical family. Aileana just wants a purpose. What good is her bow and arrow if she is denied the right to fight for her clan?

Brodie MacDougall is ordained to be the next war chieftain of his clan. The title is a privilege as long as his brother, the future laird, doesn’t expect him to lift a sword and charge into battle. Chronic pain and nervous vapors force him to spend his days alone. Can his strategic skills keep him one step ahead of his conspiring brother?

Through a magical Mortar & Pestle, Brodie finds his heart’s desire. But there’s a catch. The seat on his brother’s council is no longer dependent upon his health…but on Aileana’s strength. With rumblings of unrest among their clans, will their love foster an alliance or be a step toward war?

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Filed Under: Bargain Books Under $3, Buyer's Guides, Heat Level 3 - PG-13, Kindle Unlimited eBooks, Print Books, Romance Tagged With: adventure, enemies to lovers, historical, medieval, novella, paranormal, romance, Scottish, series

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Cinderella Busted by Petie McCarty

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Cinderella Busted by Petie McCarty

Once upon a time, in Jupiter Island, Florida . . .

Billionaire developer, Rhett Buchanan, is forced to inspect a shipment of priceless trees and meets the girl of his dreams instead. A bit jaded where women are concerned—since most are gold diggers—Rhett falls head over heels for the Jupiter Island socialite who only wants him, not his money. Except she isn’t the glamorous socialite she appears to be.

She’s the gardener . . .

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Filed Under: Bargain Books Under $3, Buyer's Guides, Heat Level 3 - PG-13, Kindle Unlimited eBooks, Print Books, Romance Tagged With: alpha male hero, billionaire romance, contemporary romance, fairytale romance, Jupiter Island Florida, New Adult Romance, Romantic comedy, sensual romance

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Surprise Twins for the Boss by Josie Hart

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Surprise Twins for the Boss by Josie Hart

Rule #1: Don’t sleep with anyone in the office.
Rule #2: Definitely DON’T get anyone pregnant.
Oh well, I’ve always been a rule breaker.

I’m Drew, the one your mother warned you about.
My ego is as big as my bank account, and I always get what I want.

And I want my sexy as sin PR rep, Camille.

She’s constantly cleaning up my scandals and I know she hates me for it.
Which makes sneaking around the office with her that much hotter.

Our constant love/hate relationship is the stuff of fantasies.
Her insatiable appetite for me drives me wild,
And I’m happy to deliver what she craves.

Camille is off-limits in every way,
Which is perfect because being tied down is the last thing I need.

Until she drops the ultimate bomb: I’m pregnant.

If you’re a fan of the irresistible alpha bad boy paired with the fiery heroine who can match his every move, one-click Surprise Twins for the Boss. You won’t be disappointed by the sparks that fly between Drew and Camille as they navigate their forbidden relationship.

No cliffhangers and no cheating, only the push and pull of their love/hate relationship that will have you rooting for their oh-so-satisfying HEA.

This is the last book of the Grumpy Billionaire Bosses (Crestwood Billionaires) series, with the other couples embedded in the storyline, and can be read as a complete standalone.

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Filed Under: *Featured Books, Bargain Books Under $3, Buyer's Guides, Heat Level 5 - NC-17, Kindle Unlimited eBooks, Romance Tagged With: accidental pregnancy romance, billionaire romance, boss romance, Enemies to lovers romance, Josie Hart, multiples pregnancy romance, Steamy Contemporary Romance, surprise pregnancy romance

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Baby by My Best Friend’s Daddy by Josie Hart

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Baby by My Best Friend’s Daddy by Josie Hart

I like my men how I like my wine,
Tasty, full-bodied, and twice my age… like my best friend’s dad.

I’m a dedicated nurse, and the responsible one (usually).
So catching a ride after a night of drinking makes good sense.

Except when that ride is loaded silver fox Landon Leggatt.
And OH, did I ride.

But afterward, the jerk acted like nothing happened between us,
And left me wondering if the sparks were only in my head.

I thought I’d gotten over him, until he hurts his ankle,
And my best friend calls in a favor for my professional help.

Now I’m stuck looking after this brooding grump,
And still pissed that he could forget me so easily.

But one look has my heart beating faster than his Ferrari,
His hand stroking down my arm gives me full body chills,
And I’m back in his bed again.

This was wrong on so many levels, and now I’m at a crossroads:
Lose him,
Or lose my best friend.

And things just got much more complicated,
Because now I have to tell my BFF a half-sister is on the way…

Baby by my Best Friend’s Daddy is a deliciously steamy age gap standalone romance guaranteed to give you the ultimate tingles. No cheating and no cliffhangers, only a highly satisfying HEA for all.

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Filed Under: Bargain Books Under $3, Buyer's Guides, Heat Level 4 - R Rated, Kindle Unlimited eBooks, Romance Tagged With: #josiehart, accidentalpregnancy, agegap, bestfriendsdad, KindleUnlimited, ku, steamycontemporaryromance

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Forgotten Storm by A.R. Vagnetti

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Forgotten Storm by A.R. Vagnetti

***The Revised and Expanded Edition***

How many years did I drag my ass from one small town to another, singing and bartending to make ends meet? I’ve lost count. As a matter of fact, I lost every memory of my life before the age of seventeen. And that’s not even the weirdest part. At night, in my dreams, I’m guided by a drop-dead gorgeous, panty-wetting fantasy who makes my body sing and claims to be my Guardian.

When the stunning man miraculously shows up on my doorstep, I don’t know whether to jump his bones or shoot him in the head. But the second his lips touched mine; it triggered an explosion of suppressed memories I was better off not knowing. And the things that go bump in the night? Yeah, those are real, and apparently, I’m some prophesied bringer of peace to all the monsters.

Not sure what dickwad wrote that thing, but this girl can’t even get through her day without coffee. How the hell does Mr. Tall Dark And Handsome expect me to face off with my greatest fear and embrace my so-called destiny?

We are so screwed.

*** “Forgotten Storm” (Revised/Expanded Edition) is Book 1 of the Storm Series. ***
This is a carefully revised and expanded edition of the novel that was first published in September 2018.

Warning: Intended for mature audiences. Full-length novel. Can be read as a standalone, but for better continuity, it’s best to read the prequel, FORSAKEN STORM, first.
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The completed Storm Series reading order:
Forsaken Storm Prequel
Forgotten Storm
Forbidden Storm
Fiery Storm
Fractured Storm
Fatal Storm
Final Storm

If things like violence, blood, gore, references to rape, consensual BDSM play with intense sexual scenes, graphic language, and vampires are triggers for you, then move along; this is NOT the book for you. In fact, my entire Storm series is NOT for you.
If it is, welcome to my sick mind.

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Filed Under: Buyer's Guides, Heat Level 4 - R Rated, Paranormal, Print Books, Romance Tagged With: A.R. Vagnetti, Fated Mates Romance, Paranormal and Urban Fantasy Romance, paranormal romance, Paranormal Vampire Romance, vampire romance, Vampire Romantic Suspense

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Forever Sheyanne: A Sweet YA Romance by K.L. Penaluna

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Forever Sheyanne: A Sweet YA Romance by K.L. Penaluna

“This story is beautiful and heart-filling.”

Sheyanne (aka “Shy”) meets Lanny on the first day of high school, and they become fast friends.

As their relationship blossoms into first love, Shy is captivated by his enchanting Native American ways and his endearing spirit animals.

In time, their bond grows stronger in spite of challenges. But then they face the greatest challenge of all, forcing Lanny to make a potentially life-changing decision that puts the strength of their love connection to the ultimate test.

What will he decide?

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Filed Under: Bargain Books Under $3, Buyer's Guides, Heat Level 3 - PG-13, Kindle Unlimited eBooks, Print Books, Romance Tagged With: bargain books, Clean Romance, Contemporary Christian Romance, emotions and values, horseback riding, K.L. Penaluna, multicultural relationships, Native American culture, spirit animals, Sweet YA Romance, young love books

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Featured Book: My Beautiful Dangerous by Laila Amlani

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About Featured Book: My Beautiful Dangerous by Laila Amlani

On Sale for $0.99 from 12/08/22 – 12/12/22

“An expertly woven tale of dark romance, tragedy, humor, and suspense.” – Jude McLean, Author

“This book is amazing! I was hooked until the end.” – Jade West, USA Today Bestselling Author

Every sin comes with a price.

I ran away when I was a kid.
Before my family could break me.
Back when I thought I could still be saved.

Now I lie to everyone about who I am.
I lie to myself about the things I’ve done.
My new identity protects me.
But my secrets demand a lonely life.
No man is worth the risk.

Until Chase Hale…

He makes me forget that I’m unwanted.
He makes me forget what I deserve.
He makes me vulnerable.
He makes me weak.

And that’s what makes him Dangerous.

But when he starts making me believe I might be worth saving, that could be the most Dangerous of all.

Because every sin comes with a price, and when my family comes to collect, there will be nothing in this world left to save me.

**This book contains dark themes and language.**

This Romance book is available in these Formats: eBook, Print

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Filed Under: *Featured Books, Bargain Books Under $3, Romance

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Broken Cowboy: The Montana Men Series Book 1 by Jamie Schulz

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Broken Cowboy: The Montana Men Series Book 1 by Jamie Schulz

*** RONE Awards Finalist & Global Book Awards #1 Gold Medal Winner ***

Two lives cross in a fateful roadside encounter.
When ranch life turns deadly, will their unexpected love survive?

One-time city-girl, Addie Malory needs help on her ranch. Lifelong cowboy, Cade Brody needs a job. Neither of them expected to find love. When looming danger finally strikes, can Cade save Addie before it’s too late?
Get your copy of this series-starter that’ll have you swooning and keep you guessing until the HEA end!
ON SALE November 24-30, 2022

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