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Once the golden boy in Hollywood, Jack Tyler's life and career are on the skids. Struggling to find some direction, a visit to an old friend brings him to Millersburg and the community theater group there. He's fighting his demons hoping to rediscover his roots, his love of theater, through them. He also discovers schoolteacher Molly Brighton. Molly, though, wants no part of the sexy new director. He's too handsome, too charming, too dangerous to her heart. The attraction is difficult to ignore, especially when aided by Jack's old friend.

Homicide Detectives Sasha Gutierrez and Rafi Stratford are investigating a series of murders that appear to have been committed by paranormals. A werewolf himself, Sasha knows neither his people nor vampires were the killers, despite the evidence. Desperate for clues they turn to Rhian Lewis, the proprietor of an occult bookstore...and a witch. What she discovers turns them all into targets.

Cam Kenyon came home a different woman from the one who left. Always the sensible one, she's a competent and respected psychologist. Now, if she could only apply that confidence to Noah Denton, her old high school crush and the current candidate for district attorney. It seems not everything has changed....

Julian Luceanu is rich, powerful, and tired of women who only want him for his money. Nor is he alone in that—there's his cousin to consider. He, they, want something more, much more. Internet dating seemed far-fetched, but nothing else had worked. However, Julian has a secret that would put all their lives at risk....

Connor O'Donnell is throwing a party to celebrate his contentious rise to CEO. He challenges the best chefs in the city to create a truly decadent, memorable dinner. Thanks to Cherry, her friend, Patrick - a top chef - is one of those competing. Challenged to create an unforgettable dessert, he does - with Cherry as the pièce de résistance....Add one CEO, his two best friends, and mix well.

When Professor Miri Reynolds spots the incredibly handsome man standing in the shadows of the lecture hall, she doesn't know he's there for a purpose. Ash has come to seek information about the ethereal, or temporal, planes in order to recover the Book of Demons. He's not the only one looking; a shadowy corporation called Prometheus is hunting her as well, and they're not afraid to take extreme measures. What he doesn't expect is his attraction to Miri Reynolds or the secret she holds. He has his own secrets as well....

Lacey is a federal prosecutor in the middle of a high-profile case. She's tough, smart, and in control of her life - but it's an emotionally charged trial, and there's nothing like a sexy man to relieve some stress. The internet-dating-site profile was simple and direct: "Special Delivery. If you're a woman looking for good, safe, clean, no-strings sex, contact me."

Lily Cavanaugh is a chef, restaurant owner, and cookbook author. She worked hard to get there. Her one regret is master chef Evan Taylor. She worked in his restaurant, fell in love with him, and dealt with his temper - until one day he went too far. Lily walked and took her heart with her. She never forgot him or the heat she felt. One night while she's teaching a cooking class, in walks Evan and the director of his new TV show, Dylan Bryant. They offer her an intriguing proposition.

Kidnapped, FBI Agent Angel Nicholas awakens to find herself in a vast underground chamber. Spotlighted in the center of that room is the most magnificent specimen of masculine beauty she's ever seen. Everything she's been taught tells her he can't be what he seems to be. To her astonishment, Angel finds herself drawn to him. Perhaps it's his pride, or his courage in the face of his captivity - because he's just as much a prisoner as she is.

It was supposed to be a simple corporate training session. No one knew there would be hell to pay.

Josh Randall's new neighbor Beth is fragile, as easily spooked as the horse in his paddock no one can touch. Except her. Her persistence creates a friendship between her and Fair that spreads even through periods of loss. Can Josh help two wounded hearts heal?

When private investigator Matt Morrison’s best friend is murdered, all evidence seems to point at his company, but Matt’s every attempt at entry is thwarted. Violently. When pretty Ariel O’Donnell comes unexpectedly to his rescue, he resolves to keep her out of what is clearly a dangerous situation. Unfortunately, it seems Ariel is already involved and the forces set in motion by Bill’s death are closing around her.

Tales of the fabled Tomb of the Djinn and its Guardian had fascinated archaeologist Ky Farrar since a visit to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo when he was a boy. The tale of the star-crossed lovers and their battle to save ancient Egypt from the Djinn helped him choose his career. He believes he’s finally found the legendary Tomb - only to discover its Guardian is all too real. And as lovely as she is lethal.

Carrie, an IT tech for Fairview Resort, is asked by the VP of Security to find a missing college student who worked at the resort. She agrees to help find the girl, but she also leads a group that calls themselves the “Rescue Rangers” who aid victims of domestic violence. Add the new attorney, Drew Martin, to the team and suddenly things get...complicated. As her search for Gwen narrows, Carrie worries the girl may be in need of help from the Rangers, too. Her search turns out to be just the tip of the iceberg and puts Carrie squarely in the crosshairs of some dangerous people.

The wings tattooed on Nike's back are to cover the scars of her past. Once she worked for a secret division of the CIA as the assassin's assassin, then she quit when they asked her to go one step too far. The NIO, a new branch of Homeland Security, deals with domestic and foreign terrorism in the US. Nike has skills the NIO needs. But a conspiracy resurrects Nike's dark past and threatens everything the country stands for and their lives.

Orphaned as a child, Irisi became a mercenary to survive. Captured by the Egyptian army and made the spoils of war, she finds herself forced to fight in the ring for entertainment. In a desperate attempt to regain her freedom she throws herself on the mercy of the Gods, only to discover that her fate is written in prophecy....

Firefighter Jesse Armitage and his twin, Justin, a paramedic, help rescue Ceili Whelan and her dog Ranger from an apartment house fire. Each finds themselves attracted to pretty Ceili, not knowing Ceili is in serious trouble. Now it's big brother Caleb with SWAT who has to come to her aid. But can they save her from a powerful enemy?

With her life and career in shambles, Ali Dearborn goes in search of her mother's roots in Ireland. Immediately lost, she offers handsome Aidan O'Connell a lift from his broken-down car and gains an impromptu tour guide. But is Aidan only looking for a brief Irish Fling?

When paramedic Jason Armitage responds to reports of wounded from a bank robbery, he finds pretty art teacher Maya Thompson shot. It's a coincidence his brother, Jack, a detective with the city PD, is assigned the case. And there's another brother, firefighter Jordan. For Jack, not only is she attractive, she's the perfect witness. To the men who robbed the bank? Maybe too perfect. Three handsome, appealing men born to protect and serve. Maya can't choose....

What happens when the hunter becomes the hunted? Exacting justice on behalf of her father comes at a steep price for Felicity Patterson. Now, she’s the one being pursued by enemies wanting revenge. Help comes from an unlikely source: charismatic riverboat gambler Jack Devereaux. But his offer of assistance is not without its own price. Tragedy forces Felicity to flee West, only to find herself in the path of a vicious gang of stagecoach robbers, where she and Pinkerton Detective Ty Parker must team up if they want to live.