A fake engagement with this Cinderella's boss blurs the lines in this sizzling workplace romance by Maya Blake. A ring meant for another… is her perfect fit! Shy PA Mareka works hard to hide her attraction to her superrich boss, Cayetano Figueroa—until picking up his engagement ring. Unable to resist the dazzling diamond, she impulsively tries it on…and is caught on camera. Suddenly the world thinks she’s Caye’s bride! Tightly wound Caye is only marrying to keep control of his company. When the scandalous headlines cost him his convenient fiancée, Mareka is the obvious replacement. Yet as they're alone together in his opulent Argentinian estate, Caye must confront his hunger for the woman testing his self-control to its limit… From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. Read all the Diamonds of the Rich and Famous books: Book 1: Accidentally Wearing the Argentinian's Ring by Maya Blake Book 2: Prince's Forgotten Diamond by Emmy Grayson Book 3: Her Billion-Dollar Bump by Dani Collins
Her burning hatred for her convenient husband soon transforms into desire in this dangerously sexy marriage of convenience by Jackie Ashenden! Marry the woman who hates him… or lose his inheritance! Andromeda Lane will never forgive Poseidon Teras for destroying her family—except he’s just asked for her hand! Knowing all the devastatingly handsome tycoon wants is to secure his inheritance, Andie’s every instinct is to refuse his billion-dollar proposal. But he’s vowing to support her late sister’s charity… Poseidon is sure he’s about to get everything he wants, without any risk. Until they seal their arrangement with an unexpectedly blazing kiss! Now the world’s most legendary playboy realizes the bride-to-be who detests him is what he wants most! From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. Read all The Teras Wedding Challenge books: Book 1: A Tycoon Too Wild to Wed by Caitlin Crews Book 2: Enemies at the Greek Altar by Jackie Ashenden
Harlequin Presents brings you four full-length stories in one collection! Experience the glamorous lives of royals and billionaires, where passion knows no bounds. Be swept into a world of luxury, wealth and exotic locations. This box set includes: HEIR FOR HIS EMPIRE by USA TODAY bestselling author Abby Green CEO Ajax Nikolau rules his empire with legendary control, until two sizzling nights with lawyer Erin Murphy threatens it all. Because a year later, he discovers the bombshell that could destroy every wall he’s built – he’s a father! And he will protect what’s his… Abandoned as a child, Erin vowed to always rely on herself. But when the paparazzi discover the new Nikolau heir, they’re forced into hiding! Isolated together on a Greek island, forgetting their passionate connection becomes impossible. Especially when Erin uncovers why Ajax is so determined to claim what’s his… PRINCE’S FORGOTTEN DIAMOND (A Diamonds of the Rich and Famous novel) by Emmy Grayson Julius wakes after an accident with only two clues to his identity: a diamond engagement ring and the name Esmerelda Clark. He tracks Esme to her Caribbean hide-out and shockingly discovers she was once his bodyguard. And he’s a Crown Prince! Esme fled Julius’s kingdom convinced the ever-dutiful royal was destined for a more suitable bride. He seemingly has no recollection of the forbidden night that’s etched on her memory. Yet his heated gaze tells her their passion is still alive… However, princes don’t marry their bodyguards – do they? AWOKEN BY REVENGE by Kali Anthony Claiming Easton House will be billionaire Matteo Bainbridge’s revenge on the family that rejected him. Evicting the home’s sole occupant? A minor detail. Then he meets Louisa Cameron and realizes his hunger for her could be the chink in his ruthless plan for vengeance! Hidden away on the grand estate, innocent Louisa escapes her traumatic childhood by illustrating beautiful fairy-tale realms. Then the outside world intrudes in the form of tycoon Matteo and the astonishing passion he awakens in her. Will surrendering to him destroy her—or set this Cinderella free? BILLIONAIRE’S RUNAWAY WIFE by Rosie Maxwell When his runaway bride returns for a family funeral, Domenico Ricci is outraged…especially by his own reaction! After Rae’s shocking rejection, how can he still find her irresistible? Even more outrageous is his grandmother’s dying decree: to save the Italian’s palazzo, the pair must stay married! Rae had to leave. Her craving for her husband was all-consuming enough to eclipse her whole identity if she didn’t. She’s stronger now, and she’ll stay in Venice as his wife to prove it. If only she’s strong enough to resist their dangerously blistering chemistry… For more stories filled with passion and drama, look for Harlequin Presents June 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2
She must tell the billionaire her secret…or the paparazzi will! Get swept away by this one-night baby romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Dani Collins. Cinderella’s confession: “I’m pregnant.” Housemaid Fliss gave up her fashion dreams to care for her late grandmother. So finding a discarded invitation to the year’s most exclusive event feels like her last chance to get her designs noticed. She just never imagined that attention would come from notorious Saint Montgomery… Knowing she doesn’t belong in the billionaire’s world, innocent Fliss can’t resist one night of Saint’s expert seduction. Except when his “thank you” diamonds land her in the headlines, she’s drawn back into his powerful presence. Because she has news of her own—and the bump to prove it! From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. Read all the Diamonds of the Rich and Famous books: Book 1: Accidentally Wearing the Argentinian's Ring by Maya Blake Book 2: Prince's Forgotten Diamond by Emmy Grayson Book 3: Her Billion-Dollar Bump by Dani Collins
A prince goes looking for his memory, and finds the woman he most desires, in this sparkling royal amnesia romance by Emmy Grayson. He’s forgotten everything… except the desire between them. Julius wakes after an accident with only two clues to his identity: a diamond engagement ring and the name Esmerelda Clark. He tracks Esme to her Caribbean hideout and shockingly discovers she was once his bodyguard. And he’s a Crown Prince! Esme fled Julius’s kingdom convinced the ever-dutiful royal was destined for a more suitable bride. He seemingly has no recollection of the forbidden night that’s etched on her memory. Yet his heated gaze tells her their passion is still alive… However, princes don’t marry their bodyguards—do they? From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. Read all the Diamonds of the Rich and Famous books: Book 1: Accidentally Wearing the Argentinian's Ring by Maya Blake Book 2: Prince's Forgotten Diamond by Emmy Grayson Book 3: Her Billion-Dollar Bump by Dani Collins
Harlequin Presents brings you four full-length stories in one collection! Experience the glamorous lives of royals and billionaires, where passion knows no bounds. Be swept into a world of luxury, wealth and exotic locations. This box set includes: HER BILLION-DOLLAR BUMP (A Diamonds of the Rich and Famous novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Dani Collins Housemaid Fliss gave up her fashion dreams to care for her late grandmother. So finding a discarded invitation to the year’s most exclusive event feels like her last chance to get her designs noticed. She just never imagined that attention would come from notorious Saint Montgomery… Knowing she doesn’t belong in the billionaire’s world, innocent Fliss can’t resist one night of Saint’s expert seduction. Except when his “thank you” diamonds land her in the headlines, she’s drawn back into his powerful presence. Because she has news of her own – and the bump to prove it! GREEK’S TEMPORARY “I DO” (A The Greek Groom Swap novel) by Pippa Roscoe For CEO Helena Hadden, saying “I do” to Leonidas Liassidis is the only way to save the charity that means everything to her. And whilst her attraction to the Greek has always been undeniable, their past means that this marriage will remain purely convenient... Leo has learnt the hard way to trust nobody. Standing at the altar with Helena is simply a decision that will safely secure the success of his business. Yet the kiss that binds them as husband and wife is accompanied by a bolt of dangerous desire… SIGNED, SEALED, MARRIED by USA TODAY bestselling author Annie West Razor-sharp Australian businessman Adam Wilde needs a high-society bride. Marrying Gisèle Fontaine, head of the luxurious French perfumerie he’s buying, will obliterate memories of his deprived childhood. But the ruthless tycoon is finding he can think of just one thing: his fiancée. Gisèle’s company – and family’s legacy – will crumble without Adam’s financial takeover. She reluctantly accepts Adam’s proposal, only for her body to be electrified by his touch. How can this be a marriage of pure convenience when Gisele craves much, much more? NINE-MONTH NOTICE by USA TODAY bestselling author Jennie Lucas Emmie has told no-one who the father of her baby is. Anyway, who would believe ordinary secretary Emmie Swenson, in her thrift-store pantsuits, had spent an explosive night with her ultra-rich Greek boss? Or that Theo Katrakis would ask – no, demand – that heavily pregnant Emmie marry him! A New York wedding is non-negotiable for Theo; Emmie won’t struggle like his destitute mother did. Honeymooning in the Greek islands, an insatiable craving burns between Theo and his bride. Theo’s heart – tormented and unfixable – has been rigidly locked away… Could Emmie be the one to finally set it free? For more stories filled with passion and drama, look for Harlequin Presents July 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2
Harlequin Presents – May 2024 – Box Set 2 of 2 Title: Harlequin Presents – May 2024 – Box Set 2 of 2 BCC Harlequin Presents brings you four full-length stories in one collection! Experience the glamorous lives of royals and billionaires, where passion knows no bounds. Be swept into a world of luxury, wealth and exotic locations. This box set includes: A PREGNANCY BOMBSHELL TO BIND THEM by USA TODAY bestselling author Annie West Model Laura is filming on location when she’s swept off her feet by wildly attractive Vassili. After a lifetime of lies, Laura’s drawn to his honesty – he doesn’t do commitment. Until she learns he’s engaged, and that she’s pregnant… Greek tycoon Vassili is furious his family fabricated his engagement, especially as Laura now won’t return his calls. When a newspaper reports she’s expecting, Vassili tracks her down, and discovers it’s true! A convenient marriage would secure his heir, but it will take more than a ring to rebuild their trust… THE HEIR SHE KEPT FROM THE BILLIONAIRE by USA TODAY bestselling author Julia James The chill in Alaina’s heart as she says “I do” to Rafaello Ranieri clashes with the fire sweeping through her veins. Years ago they indulged in a passionate fling that left her pregnant. Her heart-breaking childhood led to the agonising decision not to tell him… until now. She never imagined Rafaello would insist on claiming his heir with a marriage of icy convenience! But there’s nothing icy about the way Alaina’s new husband looks at her – nor the inferno of desire his touch provokes… ACCIDENTALLY WEARING THE ARGENTINIAN’S RING (A Diamonds of the Rich and Famous novel) by Maya Blake Shy PA Mareka works hard to hide her attraction to her super-rich boss Cayetona Figueroa – until picking up his engagement ring. Unable to resist the dazzling diamond, she impulsively tries it on…and is caught on camera. Suddenly the world thinks she’s Caye’s bride! Tightly-wound Caye is only marrying to keep control of his company. When the scandalous headlines cost him his convenient fiancée, Mareka is the obvious replacement. Yet alone together in his opulent Argentinian estate, Caye must confront his hunger for the woman testing his self-control to its limit… THE FLAW IN HIS RIO REVENGE (An Heirs to a Greek Empire novel) by Lucy King Craving independence, CEO Thalia walks away from her family, her wealth…and her scorching affair with billionaire Santiago. Striking out alone, she auctions off her professional time for charity. Although the winning bidder wants more than her expertise…Santiago wants her back! Growing up destitute, Santiago swore he’d never be powerless again—exactly how Thalia’s desertion left him feeling. He flies her to Rio to seduce her back, then end things himself! Yet beneath the Brazilian sun, his bitterness is swept aside by raw, all-consuming passion, leaving his grand plan hanging by a thread… For more stories filled with passion and drama, look for Harlequin Presents May 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2
Harlequin Presents brings you four full-length stories in one collection! Experience the glamorous lives of royals and billionaires, where passion knows no bounds. Be swept into a world of luxury, wealth and exotic locations. This box set includes: GREEK PREGNANCY CLAUSE (A Diamond in the Rough novel) by Maya Blake Begging Greek tycoon Ares Zanellis to marry her is Odessa Santella’s final bid to escape the misery of her childhood home. Memories of Ares have tormented her since their ill-fated teenage fling, yet both Odessa’s heart and traitorous body leap at his agreement to her proposal… Ares’ terms are clear: her complicity in their marriage façade to appease his beloved father. With one additional clause - a good Greek wife must produce good Greek heirs! Odessa fears another gilded cage – but might their fiery magnetism incinerate any limits between them? FORBIDDEN ROYAL VOWS by USA TODAY bestselling author Caitlin Crews It’s just another royal reception for composed Queen Emilia. Until Mila’s eyes lock with those of Caius Candriano, infamous billionaire playboy – and the husband she’s hidden from the world! Mila wed Caius in secret when she was just a princess; his wild reputation made their chemistry deliciously off-limits. After unexpectedly inheriting the crown, Mila buried her marriage along with her other emotions. But Caius is back to claim the queen he’s never stopped wanting. Mila can’t deny him again, but will giving into forbidden desires destroy her…or be the best mistake of her life? BILLION-DOLLAR DATING GAME (A Billion-Dollar Bet novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Natalie Anderson If self-made billionaire Zane deMarco can go from one-date wonder to one-woman man this summer, he’ll acquire and dissolve the company that destroyed his childhood. Employee Skylar Bennet could be his final chess piece… Innocent Skylar will help Zane win his wager by faking a romance for the cameras – if he’ll spare the company that saved her from destitution. Then a moment of uncontrolled passion takes them from boardroom to bedroom and Skylar can’t resist indulging! Yet when it uncovers an inescapable connection, surrendering again feels like the most dangerous game of all… MARRYING THE ENEMY by USA TODAY bestselling author Dani Collins The Blackwood and Visconti feud has spanned generations. So when billionaire Domenico is stranded on a remote island with stunning adversary, heiress Evelina, sparks are sure to fly. Just not the ones he thought… Eve surrenders to her instant, soul-burning chemistry with Dom, vowing never to reveal their sin… Until the age-old rivalry threatens to destroy her family. Now to ensure a truce, Eve must do the unthinkable: marry the enemy. Except, how can she keep things strictly on-paper when she can’t ignore the hunger her husband’s unleashed? For more stories filled with passion and drama, look for Harlequin Presents September 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2
She will do anything to secure her freedom…but is the Greek’s price too high? Get swept away in this dramatic marriage of convenience romance by Maya Blake! The price of her freedom: An heir for the billionaire… Begging Greek tycoon Ares Zanelis to marry her is Odessa Santella’s final bid to escape the misery of her childhood home. Memories of Ares have tormented her since their ill-fated teenage fling, yet both Odessa’s heart and traitorous body leap at his agreement to her proposal… Ares’s terms are clear: her complicity in their marriage facade to appease his beloved father. With one additional clause—a good Greek wife must produce good Greek heirs! Odessa fears another gilded cage, but might their fiery magnetism incinerate any limits between them? From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. Read all the Diamond in the Rough books: Book 1: The Italian's Pregnant Enemy by Maisey Yates Book 2: Hidden Heir with His Housekeeper by Heidi Rice Book 3: The Tycoon's Diamond Demand by Joss Wood Book 4: Signed, Sealed, Married by Annie West Book 5: Greek Pregnancy Clause by Maya Blake
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