First Love Second Chance

BESTSELLING AUTHOR COLLECTION Reader-favorite romances in collectible volumes from our bestselling authors. BROKEN HEARTS MEND When Katie Rogers returns to Dundee, Idaho, it’s not because she wants to. It’s because she’s disillusioned, broke—and pregnant. She was going to make something of her life in the big city. Instead, she’s paying a high price for trusting the wrong man. Booker Robinson is the man she didn’t trust, the man she’d left behind in Dundee…and the first person she sees when she comes back. But despite Booker’s notorious past, he now has a successful business and a home of his own. Katie’s vowed she’ll never trust the wrong man again. But sometimes a man isn’t everything he seems. And sometimes he’s more… Previously published as A family of Her Own FREE BONUS STORY INCLUDED IN THIS VOLUME! Temperatures Rising by New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson As a hurricane hits the Florida Keys, Sherri Griffin and Terrence Jeffries are stranded together, making their own shelter from the storm—and walking right into the eye of a hurricane of passion.

On the verge of realizing her dream of being a doctor, Preeti Patel should be ecstatic. But between the stress of her residency, trying to find a job, and managing her traditional, no-boundaries family, Preeti's anxiety is through the roof. Relationships and love aren't even an option. Fortunately, Preeti's finally found a new place to stay . . . only to discover that her new roommate is her ex. Preeti never quite got over Daniel Thompson. Super-hot, plenty of swagger, amazing cook—the guy is practically perfect. And if it weren't for their families, there might have been a happily ever after. But it's hard to keep her sanity and libido in check when the man of her dreams is sleeping mere feet away. Can Preeti and Daniel find a way to stand up and fight for each other one last time . . . before they lose their second chance?

Lucas I've regretted leaving her every day for ten years. She convinced me to follow my dreams, move across the country, and found a tech empire worth billions. Well, I did that. And none of it compared to having Kara in my arms. A twist of fate puts Kara back in my life, and I'm not going to let this chance go. I've never wanted anyone more. Her smile, her laugh, I need them like I need to breathe. I can't resist her, and I don't want to. The only problem: she refuses to let me back in her heart. That's not an option. And I'll do anything to prove it to her. Kara Luke's crashed back into my life, and I'm anything but ready. When he left ten years ago, my heart shattered into a million pieces. First loves do that, don't they? I've spent the past years duct-taping it back together. Then I built a wall around my feelings so it won't happen again. Now he's here. I can't deny the connection we have. I convinced myself it was young love, but even now, just one look in his eyes and I know it was real. I want him. I want him more than I ever have before. But I can't give in. I have to fight it, for a dozen reasons. He's my ex. He's my boss. When he left, it broke me--how can I ever risk that again? Oh, right, and the biggest reason. I never told him we have a son. First Love, Second Chance is a sweet and steamy standalone secret child romance with no cheating and a guaranteed HEA. Each book can be read on its own. 1. Real Love, Fake Marriage (Mindy & Deacon) 2. First Love, Second Chance (Kara & Lucas)

Can their second chance at love succeed? Eva Mathers is a successful woman, except for when it comes to matters of the heart. When she returns home to Yorkshire as a pending divorcee, she realises her childhood friend and first love Damon Evans is also newly single. It's a pity he's never noticed her romantically and had no idea that she was in love with him at school. But at least they can support each other as friends again. Damon is attempting to adjust to life sharing the kids with his ex. His reconnection with Eva is strong, but she was always too good for him and made her indifference clear after they drifted apart during their younger years. In any case, she still seems to be hung up on her charismatic ex-husband. Eva is hiding things from Damon, secrets from her past. He wants to be there for her, so why can't she let him in? Eva is dealing with trauma, but she won't confide in her loved ones. Can Damon help her break down her walls before it's too late and they miss their second chance at first love?

It only took one rowdy night with his brothers to flip Griffin's world upside down. One unlucky encounter saddled them with a family curse and the promise of doomed relationships. Word spread quickly, and rumors about that night made them the most eligible yet untouchable bachelors in Port Snow, Maine. Then Ren Winters, the new girl in town, crashed into his life. Her thirst for a fresh start gave Griffin hope that maybe, just maybe, he could have one, too. Everyone wishes for that second chance ... -- adapted from back cover

I can't believe Jude just swaggered back into town like nothing happened... It's been ten years since he ran away from town and never turned back. He's a famous daredevil, and he's offering me the opportunity of a lifetime. Go on the road and write about his life. All of it. It should be a no brainer for a struggling journalist like me. And there's so much to write about. Like his ice blue eyes that seem to make my panties melt off. His slippery tongue that disappears between my legs on the tour bus. He took more than my virginity... Something that scarred me for life. I can't forget him, but can I ever forgive him?

Broken hearts mend and find one another again in this charming contemporary romance originally published as A Family of her Own in 2004 When Katie Rogers returns to Dundee, Idaho, it's not because she wants to. It's because she's disillusioned, broke—and pregnant. She was going to make something of her life in the big city. Instead, she's paying a high price for trusting the wrong man. Booker Robinson is the man she didn't trust, the man she'd left behind in Dundee…and the first person she sees when she comes back. But despite Booker's notorious past, he now has a successful business and a home of his own. He's also spent two years getting over Katie. She's the last person he wants to see. But when her parents refuse to take her in, she doesn't have anywhere else to go, and Booker soon finds himself with a roommate—one who needs a father for her baby.... Katie's vowed she'll never trust the wrong man again. But sometimes a man isn't everything he seems. And sometimes he's more....