He's going to claim his child and the woman who got away...from USA TODAY bestselling author Naima Simone.Will they ever learn...that giving in to desire is playing with fire?After discovering he has a secret son, oil heir Ross Edmond isn't letting Charlotte Jarrett walk away again. He proposes they move in together—to share their son...and a bed. But Charlotte has secrets, and Ross doesn't know the real reason his family's former chef left town three years ago—and they still have a powerful enemy who could bring them both down...From Harlequin Desire: Luxury, scandal, desire—welcome to the lives of the American elite.Visit Royal, Texas, and find out if the Edmond family is all that they seem in Texas Cattleman's Club: Heir Apparent.Book 1: Back in the Texan's Bed

USA TODAY bestselling authorIn the dark, he kisses her...Not knowing she once betrayed his best friend.When a blackout hits Chicago, billionaire Darius King makes the most of it with an irresistible stranger. But then the lights reveal the woman in his arms as his best friend's widow—and his sworn enemy! His new plan: trap her into marriage to protect his friend's legacy. But wild attraction and explosive secrets could make that arrangement very inconvenient...

A dramatic chemistry-filled contemporary romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Naima Simone. She fell into his arms... now she's falling for his trap.Will a blackout change everything for these unlikely lovers?It was a night filled with secrets, lies...and soul-stealing passion. And now the blackout that turned lowly executive assistant Nadia Jordan and start-up billionaire Grayson Chandler into insatiable lovers leads to a proposal Nadia can't refuse. As she steps into Grayson's privileged Chicago world, will his matchmaking mother and vengeful ex destroy her dreams? Or will her fake fiancé make those dreams a reality?What happens in the dark never stays in the dark... Don't miss the family drama, secrets and passion in the Blackout Billionaires series:The Billionaire's BargainBlack Tie BillionaireBlame It on the BillionaireFrom Harlequin Desire: Luxury, scandal, desire—welcome to the lives...

In The Dark, He Kisses Her... Not Knowing She Once Betrayed His Best Friend.When a blackout hits Chicago, billionaire Darius King makes the most of it with an irresistible stranger. But then the lights reveal the woman in his arms as his best friend's widow–and his sworn enemy! His new plan: trap her into marriage to protect his friend's legacy. But wild attraction and explosive secrets could make that arrangement very inconvenient...

If it was only about her, she might never have come back to Rose Bend.But it's no longer only about her.Sydney Collins left the small Brekshires town of Rose Bend eight years ago, grieving her sister's death—and heartbroken over her parents' rejection. But now the rebel is back—newly divorced and pregnant—ready to face her fears and make a home for her child in the caring community she once knew. The last thing she needs is trouble. But trouble just set her body on fire with one hot, hot smile.Widower and Rose Bend mayor Coltrane Dennison hasn't smiled in ages. Until a chance run-in with Sydney Collins, who's all grown-up and making him want what he knows he can't have. Grief is his only connection to the wife and son he lost, and he won't give it up. Not for Sydney, not for her child, not for his heart. But when Sydney's ex threatens to upend everything she's rebuilt in Rose Bend, Cole and Sydney may find that a...

His smile was slow, deliberate...sinful.
Has she just made a deal with the devil?
 During a blackout at a black-tie gala, Shay Neal says yes to one night with billionaire Gideon Knight…not knowing he’s her brother’s enemy with plans for payback! Now, to save her brother, Shay must pretend to be in love with Gideon. But playing his game means resisting the very real desire that could destroy them both...

An intriguing proposal 
mixes romance and finance...
His friend needs a fiancé to claim a fortune.
 But they both know it’s about more than money...
Ezekiel Holloway’s proposition could save his friend Reagan Sinclair’s inheritance and give her the freedom she craves. But when family scandals force Ezekiel to end their fake engagement, the heiress comes up with a counterproposal—and they elope to Vegas after all! Is there something more than mere convenience at stake here?

When keeping it "just friends" proves just plain impossible in this Billionaires of Boston novel by USA TODAY bestselling author Naima Simone. "It's just a kiss, Eve...I'm only holding up my end of the bargain." As the secret son of Boston's wealthiest, most coldhearted billionaire, Kenan Rhodes knows that everyone is watching him when he stakes his family claim. Proving himself won't be easy and he needs backup. So Kenan makes a deal with his best friend, lingerie designer Eve Burke. She'll help him professionally, and he'll help Eve catch his brother's eye. But soon Kenan wants his gorgeous best friend for himself, crossing that line between fake dates and something dangerously irresistible...From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry.Love triumphs in these uplifting romances, part of the Billionaires of Boston series: Book 1: Secrets of a One Night StandBook 2: The Perfect Fake Date

When revenge is on the agenda, anything can happen in this Billionaires of Boston novel by USA TODAY bestselling author Naima Simone. The family bad boy is about to make good...but he needs his ex's help!Outsider CEO Nico Morgan vowed to avenge his mother, who was left brokenhearted when his father abandoned them years ago. Teaming up with his ex, Athena Evans, to infiltrate his father's high society circles is the first step. But their partnership unleashes long-buried emotions...and something more. Athena worries Nico's quest to take down his father's company won't fill the painful void in his heart. But what if Athena can...Mills & Boon Desire — Luxury, scandal, desire — welcome to the lives of the elite.

Will A Blackout Change Everything For These Unlikely Lovers?She Fell Into His Arms. Now She's Falling For His Trap.It was a night filled with secrets, lies…and soul-stealing passion. And now the blackout that turned lowly executive assistant Nadia Jordan and start-up billionaire Grayson Chandler into insatiable lovers leads to a proposal Nadia can't refuse. As she steps into Grayson's privileged Chicago world, will his matchmaking mother and vengeful ex destroy her dreams? Or will her fake fiancé make those dreams a reality?

Goodbye is never easy...but neither is love.Cherrie Moore is just passing through, the same way she does every year. Rose Bend's annual motorcycle rally has been her sanctuary—two solid weeks just for herself, just for a little while; one long, peaceful ride through the Berkshires, then back home to bustling Chicago. In and out, and gone again. No strings, no commitments. Until she meets Maddox Holt.The man is pure temptation, and he sure has a mouth on him—a redheaded bullet Cherrie knows she'd be smart to dodge. When the mysterious dive bar owner pulls her onto the dance floor that first night in town, her plans for a clean getaway turn muddy. Something's there between them, sure...but Maddox has roots in quiet Rose Bend, and he's looking for more than a fling.Cherrie came here for a break from it all. After the year she's had, her heart can't take another hit. But before long, she'll have to decide—should she risk her freedom for a...

"Passion, heat and deep emotion—Naima Simone is a gem!" —Maisey Yates, New York Times bestselling authorHe came to Rose Bend to hide. But she'll help him find everything he's been missing.Leontyne Dennison is on a love hiatus. And that's just fine, because perfectionist Leo is hyperfocused on the success of her family's Berkshires inn. Volunteering for Rose Bend's annual spring festival is certain to boost business—and provide the perfect distraction from men—until Leo comes face-to-face with Owen Stafford, the hottest one-night stand of her life.A retired professional football player, Owen came to Rose Bend to escape after a devastating car accident ended his career. Enter the woman he hasn't forgotten in the year since their sizzling night together. When Owen's parents arrive, threatening his low profile, Leo helps keep the peace by pretending to be Owen's girlfriend. Rose Bend was never part of Owen's long game, but...

The Huntsman is after me.But he will be mine first.Nine years ago, my aunt took everything from me.My world. My throne. My mother.I've bided my time since then, serving under her in the Mwuaji crime family, but she's crossed another line. She put a price on my head, sending the legendary assassin the Huntsman, Malachi Bowden, after me.The Huntsman's never failed a contract before, but I know everything there is to know about him. It's finally time for me to take my revenge and finish the war my aunt started.The Huntsman might be my death. But Malachi Bowden?He's my weakness.Welcome to The Hunted Kingdom.Huntsman is a dark mafia romance that explores themes, subjects, and scenes that may not be suitable for everyone. Please see the author's content note at the beginning of the book.Tropes:Enemies to loversForced proximityTouch her/him and dieMorally grey...