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Dr. Isabelle King has arrived on Paradise Island for one thing and one thing only - marine life research. Certainly not to explore her sexual fantasies or indulge in erotic adventures at Paradise Resort. But when she discovers a sexy stranger named Dax, she can't help but feel the physical and emotional attraction. Dax is hiding something. After all, he dives without an oxygen tank and has capabilities no human should have. And how does he know so much about her? It's almost as if she's connected to him, and that scares her.

Dream On: Since her husband Jack left her five years ago, Kate has done nothing but dwell on the anger and feelings of betrayal, vowing to forget their 20 year marriage and move on. But she can't. She dreams about him every night. When Jack suddenly returns without explanation, Kate fights the attraction between them. Hands On: Freelance reporter Mark Whitman has just scored an easy assignment: write an article for Total Man Magazine about Lara McKenzie, sex educator and expert on self-pleasure. The red-hot redhead he meets is a complete surprise in every way.

Control is everything to Logan Storm. Control over the family business, the Rising Storm Hotel in New Orleans, control over his emotions, and control over the magic within him. Sophie Breaux is the granddaughter of a voodoo princess and welcomes the supernatural powers that live within her. She's been having visions about hot and sexy Logan Storm. Visions of destiny, and of danger. When she tries to warn him, Logan thinks she's a con artist and wants no part of the raven haired goddess. The one thing Logan can't control is Sophie's fiery passion.

Kaitlyn Storm has loved Brett McGregor since she was 17 years old, even before he pulled her into his arms and kissed her until she was breathless. But Brett pushed her away, not wanting to subject Kaitlyn to the demons inside him. Ten years later, Brett is a widower with a dark secret he hides from everyone, especially Kaitlyn. He doesn't want her to get close, doesn't want to risk hurting her. Though he owns a prominent New Orleans art gallery, he no longer paints. Not since that black day six years ago when his wife died.

Winterland Destiny: Noele, Faerie princess of D'Naath, is destined to wed Garick, the Elvin king of Winterland. Their union will strengthen their territories against the evil wizards. Two hearts destined to be together must fight not only the evil wizards, but their feelings for each other. Fiery Fate: Solara, faerie princess of D'Naath, is betrothed to a king she's never met. Visiting her sister, Noele, in Winterland, Solara's departure to the southern kingdom is imminent. But after a misunderstanding she must remain in Winterland with Roarke.

Morgan Brown owns Paradise Resort, a sexy, Caribbean getaway for the sexually adventurous. Painful memories from her past prevent her from enjoying the erotic pleasure to be found at the resort she loves, but she's determined others should be allowed to express themselves freely. Love hurts, literally and figuratively, and she wants no part of either sex or romance. Tony Marino is a freelance reporter assigned to do a story on the resort and its mysterious owner. He finds a gorgeous redhead with a mind for business and a body made for wicked pleasures. She's also hiding something.

Christmas isn't Claire Asher's favorite season. But she endures it for her teenage daughter. When Sullivan Snow moves in next door with his teen daughter, all holiday breaks loose. Suddenly there are twinkling lights and blow up decorations littering the yard, and when the two girls become friends, all kinds of nauseating jolly ensues thanks to her annoying but oh-so-good-looking new neighbor. It isn't long before Sullivan is dragging her along tree shopping, gift buying, and making her feel things she hasn't felt in a very long time.

Rendered unconscious in battle, Starr, Queen of Dognelle, is captured by Lycan, the King of Raynar. Lycan intends to treat her as he would any other woman in his kingdom. She will be well fed, clothed, and treated with respect, but she must give up her freedom. Starr refuses with every fiber of her being, longing for escape. But Lycan's tender kisses and heated caresses make her doubt her resolve.

When his shy but dedicated executive assistant Faith Lewis tells him that she'll do everything in her power to make sure that he succeeds, she's shocked to realize that Plan B equals her-in other words, he wants to marry her. Faith reluctantly agrees, burying the heavy crush she's had on Ryan for years. But the shy virgin is going to have to live with, sleep with, and reveal so many secrets to the enigmatic man who sees this as a logical business deal.

It's beginning to look a lot like... Love! A man gives the gift of trust and receives a second chance at love in return. A woman helps to heal the wounded heart of a soldier. A couple finds that true love knows no distance. And a young widow learns that there can be two great loves in a lifetime. Love, romance and passion come together in this collection of four seasonal shorts.

A memorable three-night stand gets rekindled in a cabin in West Virginia. An office romance is sparked by an impulsive holiday kiss. And two best friends scout locations for a marriage proposal and discover that they make a perfect match. 'Tis the season for laughter, love, and a lifetime of happiness.

It's a fresh start for Sabrina, and she's always wanted to own a ranch. Kyle's ranch is in trouble, but Sabrina is even more trouble, and he wants nothing to do with a woman who knows nothing about ranching. But Sabrina has the money, and she's a reluctant solution to his financial problems. Working side by side, Kyle and Sabrina find surprising common ground, and a sizzling chemistry neither can deny.

Ellie Washington lost her husband in a tragedy five years ago at Christmas. She wouldn't have made it through her grief if not for her husband's brother, Nick, who helped her pick up the pieces of her shattered life. And with every year, her feelings for Nick have grown. Now she realizes she might be in love with him, but that's not fair, because Nick deserves a life that isn't about his brother's widow and son.

Ryder. His touch could burn her down. A demon hunter whose skills matched hers. She never could forget him, nor could she stop wanting him. But archaeologist Angelique Deveraux has no time for passion, not when she's on the run with the black diamond, a prize everyone - including Ryder - wants to get their hands on. But she has a sister to save, so she has to run. Hot on her heels is Ryder, the renowned demon hunter whose desires spark a fire within her, a man who loves danger and has a few secrets of his own. Ryder has only one mission - get the black diamond back from Angelique.

It's supposed to be a fun, twisty survival game for action movie star Gina Bliss, a chance to showcase her talents on a reality show. She wants to prove she can do her own stunts, stand side by side with the guys, and hang tough. And then she meets Derek Marks, not an actor and nothing like the men she's used to working with. He's strong and sexy and arousing her fantasies in ways she's never experienced. She could be down for a different kind of action with him...until real hell breaks loose.

Running Mate: Senator Jason Devlin guards his secret closely, allowing no outsiders to penetrate his intimate circle. Kelsey Harper is a reporter itching for an interview with the elusive senator. When a case of mistaken identity lands her in his bed, she gets much more than an interview. Mountain Moonlight: Conner Devlin has traveled to the Romania to review a request for funding of a wildlife preserve. There, he meets Katya, an enigmatic beauty whose lupine sexuality captures him in more ways than one. Also contains Legend's Passion.

Shannon Storm is the feisty, independent director of public relations for her family run hotel, The Rising Storm. She's less than thrilled at the arrival of Max Devlin, hotshot PR guru from Boston, but has no choice other than work with him on the new casino venture. Like the magical elements of fall that she possesses, Shannon's emotions run hot and cold where Max is concerned. She guards her heart under leaves of indifference, but beneath she's boiling with need for what only Max can give her.

Jordan Weston's life since high school has big goals-to someday own her own theater, and to stay far away from her home town of Magnolia, South Carolina. Magnolia holds bitter memories of her mother's abandonment, a woman who spent her life chasing nonexistent perfect men. Jordan refuses to end up like her mother. She doesn't need a man in her life. She only needs her career. Said career could get a boost when she inherits her grandmother's estate in Magnolia, but the house needs repair before she can sell it.

Dalton has taken on an impossible mission, one that could cost him both his career and his life. But Isabelle needs his help, and he'll do anything to keep her safe. Still, hiding her out is one thing. Banishing the demon inside of her is another, especially when the vulnerable, hot as hell woman brings out the devilish side of him. Isabelle feels the passion seething inside of Dalton and craves it. But she still isn't sure whether Dalton is her enemy or savior. All she knows is that every time she looks at him she wants him - all of him, the consequences be damned.

Shay Pearson lives for excitement, and there's nothing more thrilling than hunting demons. She's even more interested than usual in her current target - gorgeous surfer Nic Diavolo. She feels a psychic connection to him that demands she find out more about this would-be demon. And when she meets him, he's nothing like what she expected, because he's hot and human and utterly mysterious.