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Finding Normal In Hollyville by meeksadorable
Finding Normal In Hollyville
meeksadorable
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  • Parts 32
Edwardus Augustinus is a man on a mission to find normalcy. Tired of always feeling like he is living under a microscope being daily scrutinized by the public and his family, he's set off on a spontaneous adventure. The only thing he left behind was a note informing his family he is alright and does not wish to be found until he's found NORMAL. He finds himself in small town Hollyville surrounded by people that has absolutely no idea who he is allowing him to be anyone he wants to be. He finds himself attracted to the town's sweetheart Rose Stevens but it's an attraction he knows he must fight because of the secret life he's left behind. Single mother and town Pediatrician Rose Steven's has had her heart broken one too many times and has sworn off men. Her life revolves around her seven year old daughter Emma, her work and church. That is until a mysterious stranger drives into town and catches her attention and captures her daughter's heart. Will she be able to keep her attraction to him a secret? Will she find out the secret he hides.
With Crayons and Love (Romantic Suspense) [COMPLETED] by JasmineDahlia
With Crayons and Love (Romantic Suspense) [COMPLETED]
JasmineDahlia
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  • Parts 30
Tessa O'Brien is a twenty-three year old woman with a dark past. Her only experience with love took a dark turn for the worst, and she has not yet fully recovered from the literal blows of her experience. Determined to rebuild her self-esteem and her life, Tessa builds a safe, spontaneous home around her work as a pottery artist and newspaper journalist. That is, of course, until her family entrusts her with the care of her fostered five year old cousin Stella, who is very much obsessed with crayons. And as if that isn't enough of a shock to her well-structured system, the handsome and devilishly charming artist who moves into her apartment building sets her in his sights, with much more than just crayons in mind. It seems everything is finally starting to fall into place in Tessa's life, until the darkness of her past comes to haunt her once again, and threatens everything she has come to love. Luckily one man has vowed to protect the redheaded beauty, with whatever means necessary. Now, if only she'd let him... Copyright 2017 © All Rights Reserved
Buried by MNJGreenhill
Buried
MNJGreenhill
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  • Parts 53
Hate. Contempt. The only emotions Murphy O'Neill is capable of. Hate for Elijah, the Werewolf who brutally and savagely killed his mate. Contempt for the Alliance, who allowed the murderer to escape. A string of gruesome slayings in Boston points to Elijah's return, and Murphy is determined to track him down and make him pay for destroying his life. The one thing stopping him? A mouthy, opinionated FBI agent who just can't be told to mind her own business. Twenty years ago, the Boston Wolf Killer suddenly disappeared without a trace. The killings stopped and the city began to breathe again. Kaitlyn Quinn's father, a detective with the Boston PD, was the last victim before the police and FBI lost all trace. Special Agent Quinn has been assigned to the FBI's task force to track this killer down. For Kaitlyn, it's personal. She intends to bring her father's killer to justice no matter the cost. Even if it means teaming up with an ice cold, emotionless FBI Profiler. Everything is not as it seems, and Kaitlyn is thrust into a world she didn't know existed. To catch the psychotic killer, Kaitlyn and Murphy must put aside their animosity and navigate the thin line the separates their two worlds. ** Buried is the second book in the MASKED series **
Masked by MNJGreenhill
Masked
MNJGreenhill
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  • Parts 50
❧❧WINNER OF THE WATTYS 2016 for VORACIOUS READS ❧❧ An invisible enemy. A deadly virus. A human hacker and a Werewolf alpha are their only hope. That's if they don't kill each other first. When Parker Johnson, a top security specialist, is called in to help track down the architects behind a genetically engineered virus, she doesn't hesitate. Even if it means working with Daniel Locke, the icy Alpha Commander who she had the misfortune of pissing off. Big time. Fierce, powerful, and determined, Daniel has spent his whole life defending those he loves. But this time the enemy is invisible, and everywhere. An enemy that could destroy his entire race. The last thing he needs is a curvy, brunette firecracker who's been a thorn in his side for more than a decade. But the Alliance has other ideas. The disease is spreading, and Parker's technological abilities might be their only hope for survival. It is a race against the clock for this unlikely couple as they attempt to save those they love, while at the same time contend with a mutual attraction that refuses to be silenced.
My Rowdy Cowboy.  (3B Ranch Series) Book 2 by _Becca_Lynn__
My Rowdy Cowboy. (3B Ranch Series) Book 2
_Becca_Lynn__
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  • Parts 26
**** Rowdy Kincaid, a highly decorated former Army Ranger and professional bullfighter from the 3B Ranch, bares the heavy burden of survivors guilt over his brother's death. The weight of his misplaced emotions feels as monumental as Wolf Mountain, pressing down on his heart. Barbara "Bobbi" Blanton, an ambitious attorney from the 3B Ranch in Butte, Montana,. She has felt a deep connection with Rowdy since he and Beau returned from military service. Together, they discovered solace and peace, believing they had found the missing pieces of their hearts and souls. They even began to envision a future together, destined for the altar. However, as Bobbi grapples with a demanding and intense case, which brings back memories of assaults, their relationship becomes strained. The pressures of her work and his survivors guilt create a chill between them. Both struggle to confront their personal issues, feeling abandoned by God and begins to feel destined to walk separate paths. As Bobbi's case unfolds, her past traumas resurface, threatening to engulf her in painful memories. In this turbulent time, Rowdy and Bobbi join forces with the FBI and the 3B Ranch to track down the man responsible for much of the turmoil in their lives. Can they confront their pasts and forge a new future together? Or will their memories drive them further apart? Together, will they find their way back to Christ and rescue her two missing nieces? Can Bobbi heal and reclaim the heart of her Rowdy Cowboy?
S.I.X by KateeSmurfette
S.I.X
KateeSmurfette
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  • Parts 31
Lunch went by pretty quickly, and we were back to classes soon enough. I'd forgotten to get a book from my locker, so I quickly went to get it. I was leaning on the locker next to mine as I quickly scanned my schedule on my locker door, when warm air fanned the side of my face. "Move." Being the excellent human being I am, I jumped out of fright, flinging the heavy calculus textbook in my hand backwards. I heard a grunt and turned to find the person behind me now hunched over as they held onto a part of their face. "Oh God! I'm so sorry!" I panicked. And then he looked up. The first thing I noticed was his short, dark hair. It looked so smooth, and I almost reached out to play with it. My eyes trailed down to his strong jaw line, down to his broad shoulders. I didn't even realize that I was biting my lip as I further inspected the Adonis before me. His arm flexed, bringing my attention to the amber eye he was now covering. It was him. Six. The most popular and dangerous guy in school. And I'd managed to injure him with my calculus textbook. I'm dead. *********** #11 Teen Fiction - 31 December 2015 #15 Teen Fiction - 16 December 2015 #16 Teen Fiction - 16 December 2015
Gambling It All by theloudlibrarian
Gambling It All
theloudlibrarian
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  • Parts 34
After a devastating crash, elite motorcycle racer Nicky Gamble wants to get back to the racetrack, but this quiet cowboy knows he's going to need help getting there. He just didn't count on the help being a spitfire of a trainer with a killer work ethic, a sharp tongue, and a sweet smile. From the wilds of Wyoming to the flashy racetracks of Europe, Nicky will contend with rivals, injuries, rehabilitation, and of course...the yearning of his heart. This romance is filled with snappy one-liners, excitement, relatable but witty characters, and a glimpse into the high-stakes world of racing. ** I'm entering this into Harlequin's SYTYCW 2015 contest...please show your support by voting, commenting, and sharing this with your pals! Thanks for your support!
Sweet as a Strawberry by im_fluent_in_sarcasm
Sweet as a Strawberry
im_fluent_in_sarcasm
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  • Parts 49
~complete~ Charlotte is as sweet as a strawberry. She's the kind of person who will drop everything just to help you, just to put a smile on your face. She's as sweet as the sugar that constantly runs through her bloodstream, and as excitable as the rush that comes with it. And then there's Benjamin, who's as sour as a lemon. The last thing on this Godforsaken planet he wants to do is acquaint himself with her. While Charlotte is kind and caring, he's rude and vulgar, while she's friendly and innocent, he's crass and mean. So how in the hell is that going to turn out?
All the Wrong Reasons by shelbylw03
All the Wrong Reasons
shelbylw03
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  • Parts 52
They married for the wrong reasons. He married her for the money and status, while she married him to start over again. It doesn’t really matter why exactly they married, but what happens when he starts to feel something towards his own wife. And what happens when the trouble she left behind catches up with her?
Missing Heart by Katherin3Coitier
Missing Heart
Katherin3Coitier
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  • Parts 44
Marcus and Diana had known they loved each other at a very young age. But when her family takes her away from him for her safety, they stay in touch wanting to never be separated for an instant. For three long years they managed just fine with the occassional visit. But their struggle has just begone when the world believes she and her family died. His heart froze with the news and only knew a world bitter and cold around him. She was his light and sun. She made his heart burn with happiness. Now the world has turned to ice for him. But is she really dead or just lost, alone, and scared? Years pass and Marcus has turned into a man, but one with a heart of ice. One of only two friends of his felt he needed a companion. How could a woman help the hard and unpleasing god like man as Marcus? Only one that is haloed like Mare. Can she tame the brute even if she doesn't know her own past? Only time and their time together can know the outcome. ~~Inspired by World So Cold by Three Days Grace~~~ *WARNING* Contains sexual content as well as a rape scene. To those who wish not to read, than I suggest you turn away when Marcus leaves and return the following chapter.