Passionate Winter

Read this classic romance by USA Today bestselling author Carole Mortimer, now available for the first time in e-book! A forbidden attraction… No woman can resist the powerful attraction of Piers Sinclair. Sophisticated, experienced and dangerously exciting, his very presence unsettles Leigh Stanton. Especially since he happens to be her boyfriend’s father! There might be a big age difference, but Leigh can’t help falling for his charismatic charms. Leigh knows she should try to avoid Piers—their chemistry might be sizzling, but they mustn’t succumb to the temptation of the forbidden… Yet with a matchmaker at play, forgetting Piers is no longer a possibility! Originally published in 1978

SOMETHING OLD Cassandra Ross worked at Stephens & Associates for years and saw Vance Stephens at corporate events and holiday parties. He was her boss’s son and was said to be a maverick. Vance was a celebrity lawyer. He invested in a fleet of start-up companies and lived a bachelor lifestyle. Their exchanges were always intimate, stolen moments until a New Year’s gala when Vance took her breath away in a passionate Winter’s kiss. He received a phone call and left before Cassandra had a chance to reveal her feelings for him. SOMETHING NEW Cassandra found out months later that Vance was involved in a situation that could lead to his financial ruin. She didn’t see Vance until he walked into the company’s holiday toy drive almost a year later. He wore a designer suit with a diaper bag slung over his shoulder as he steered a high-tech baby stroller. Vance said he was a single Dad and then introduced her to Braeden Jacob Stephens, his adorable two-month old son. Vance Stephens wanted Cassandra from the moment he saw her. She was off limits for years and bad timing had kept them apart. A stressful moment and his random proposal will prompt Cassandra to accept an arrangement. Can she handle the situations and responsibilities or will her own past and insecurities destroy her chance at happiness? #Passionate #Romantic #Male Lead Falls First *Character Driven Romance, wedding traditions, blended family, jealousy, misunderstandings, past trauma, romance, newlyweds.

E. Lynn Harris's blend of rich, romantic storytelling and controversial contemporary issues like race and bisexuality have found an enthusiastic and diverse audience across America. Readers celebrate the arrival in paperback of his second novel, Just As I Am, which picks up where Invisible Life left off, introducing Harris's appealing and authentic characters to a new set of joys, conflicts, and choices. Raymond, a young black lawyer from the South, struggles to come to terms with his sexuality and with the grim reality of AIDS. Nicole, an aspiring singer/actress, experiences frustration in both her career and in her attempts to find a genuine love relationship. Both characters share an eclectic group of friends who challenge them, and the reader, to look at themselves and the world around thern through different eyes. By portraying Nicole's and Raymond's joys, as well as their pain, Harris never ceases to remind us that life, like love, is about self-acceptance. In this vivid portrait of contemporary black life, with all its pressures and the complications of bisexuality, AIDS, and racism, Harris confirms a faith in the power of love -- love of all kinds -- to thrill and to heal, which will warm the hearts of readers everywhere.

Harlequin Romance – January ‘23 – Box Set Harlequin® Romance brings you a collection of four new titles, available now! Experience the rush of falling in love! This Harlequin® Romance box set includes: #4834 THEIR ICELANDIC MARRIAGE REUNION Dream Destinations By Sophie Pembroke Winter and Josh were once an envied celebrity Hollywood couple until their heart-breaking split. Now, they’re unexpectedly reunited in Iceland, and the press are watching! Keeping their budding renewal secret adds excitement, but is it enough to spark a forever reunion? #4835 SNOWED IN WITH THE BILLIONAIRE By Cara Colter Two years ago, billionaire Trevor lost his wife and Jacey lost her best friend. Meeting again at an exclusive ski resort, a surprising attraction is revealed… With so much heartache in their past, they’re determined to resist, until an avalanche leaves them snowed-in together! #4836 THEIR WILDEST SAFARI DREAM By Suzanne Merchant The African sun is a reminder of the only place zoologist Anna ever called home. Seeing unrequited love Jack again sets her temperature soaring. Jack’s still shielding his heart, but he’s never forgotten Anna and their chemistry is electrifying! But will it be enough to make Anna stay? #4837 CINDERELLA’S SECOND CHANCE IN PARIS By Michele Renae For widow Viviane, refurbishing a beautiful Parisian orangery is the perfect restart. But new owner, brooding billionaire Rezin has different ideas! As they grow closer, Viv teaches Rez that sometimes you have to let go in order to be found again…