Some princes play nice… This one plays very, very naughty... Being the Crown Prince means extravagant luxury for Nikolai. Fast cars and faster women. Matchmaker Kate Winter’s job is to chain him down to one woman. Only, Kate’s way too tempting—igniting his blood and something far deeper. But Nikolai’s a prince...and his heart is the one crown jewel she can’t have! “Dare is Harlequin’s hottest line yet. Every book should come with a free fan. I dare you to try them!” —Tiffany Reisz, international bestselling author

She wants the memory of one night enjoying absolute pleasure… And he has a reputation for exquisite satisfaction! I am the banished prince, the scoundrel. So deflowering the enemy’s princess should be right up my alley. And when sweet, naive Juliet asks for one night of passion, I can’t resist making her beg. Her silky touch captures me, compels me beyond thought. Her cries of ecstasy are my undoing… Then her family tries to kill me—and nearly succeeds. The brutal beating leaves me with no memory of our night together, so when she arrives at grand Edenvale Palace two months later claiming to carry my child, I can’t help wondering…is she really so innocent or a pawn in a deadly game? My family convinces us to marry to avoid a war and protect the child from Juliet’s vicious mother. And the more time I spend with the lovely princess the more I yearn to make her mine again…and remember every second of it! But my new wife needs something I cannot give, something I can’t believe I ever agreed to… Sexy. Passionate. Bold. Discover Harlequin DARE, a new line of fun, edgy and sexually explicit romances for the fearless female. “DARE is Harlequin’s hottest line yet. Every book should come with a free fan. I dare you to try them!” —Tiffany Reisz, international bestselling author

"Juan Carlos Salazar II never thought he'd become King of Alma. But when an explosive family secret leaves him next in line for the throne, he's ready. Until he catches a glimpse of Princess Portia Lindstrom at the coronation. Because it's love at first sight with this mysterious woman. But Portia's secrets test the power of his devotion and Juan Carlos is tempted to throw duty out the window. Sorely tempted. Soon he must choose between commitment to country and family...or his own heart."-- Page [4] of cover.

Sarina Moore is desperate for money and lots of it. What could go wrong when the kindergarten teacher finds a dream summer job aboard a luxury yacht cruising the Mediterranean? When Sarina boards the Carmella in the Kingdom of San Destino, she realizes the position is for sex and not what she agreed to. She escapes the Carmella before it sets sail. Once off the yacht, Sarina runs straight into the arms of Jason Donato. The mysteriously rich and sinfully handsome stranger offers to help her. Jason Donato keeps his true identity from the beautiful redheaded temptation. Born to wealth and privilege. He’s accustomed to getting whatever he desires. Sarina can’t help but surrender her innocence to the sizzling billionaire playboy. In a night of unimaginable ecstasy, Jason gives into his lust for Sarina. Her wild abandon ignites a fire that scorches his soul. But when Sarina is pregnant, to claim his heir, he demands they marry. All he will offer her is a life of wealth and sex the way he likes it, with no strings, no commitments, and no promises of love. Can Sarina have a happily ever after on those terms?

The fourth book in the sexy Arrogant Heirs series reunites secret agent Max with his ex for a dangerous mission. He’s served at Her Majesty’s pleasure for years…but now he’s definitely serving his own! I haven’t seen her in decades. We were once high-school sweethearts—before I left my old life behind and ended up as a bodyguard to the royal family. Now, years later, Lora and I have been thrown together again: two secret agents on a mission to protect the crown. It’s our job to catch known criminal Dante Price, which means getting closer to each other than ever before. Price owns an illicit sex den, and the best way to take him down is to infiltrate it, which means playing a couple looking for very kinky thrills. I never thought I’d feel that rush of red-hot desire for any woman again, let alone for her. To complicate matters, I’ve discovered there’s a mole inside our agency, so I cannot let my guard down. I must distance myself from distractions, expose the mole and take down Price, so I’ve got my hands full—but keeping my hands off Lora might just be my toughest mission yet… Sexy. Passionate. Bold. Discover Harlequin Dare, a new line of fun, edgy and sexually explicit romances for the fearless female.

Some princes play nice. This one plays very, very naughty...

One night was supposed to ease her craving… But after one taste she’s hooked! Abby loves her new life working at Sydney’s finest patisserie. Working alongside brooding new man-in-charge Tanner is an unexpected but delicious challenge—especially as each night their attraction only grows hotter! But Tanner’s past is as dark as the ink on his skin… He’ll let her get closer than close in the bedroom, but does Abby dare go deeper? “Dare is Harlequin’s hottest line yet. Every book should come with a free fan. I dare you to try them!” —Tiffany Reisz, international bestselling author Sexy. Passionate. Bold. Discover Harlequin DARE, a new line of fun, edgy and sexually explicit romances for the fearless female.

New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Katee Robert brings you the first installment of her brand-new Make Me series. Meet four women who know what they want and the four men who will give it to them! Lucy Baudin’s ex did a number on her self-esteem, but it’s time for her to regain control. She’s about to make partner at her law firm and having a husband by her side would prove she’s settled and serious. As a lawyer she’s bold and confident. But in the bedroom, she needs inspiration to reawaken her inner seductress. Asking her friend Gideon Novak for help seems wrong…yet so deliciously right! Headhunter Gideon Novak is shocked when Lucy hires him…to hunt her future husband! Their chemistry is electric, but Lucy was once engaged to his best friend, so he’s never acted on it. Now he’ll set his attraction aside once more to help her. She doesn’t need love, just a partnership, and when she proposes bedroom lessons, he can’t deny her. But the more time they spend together, the more Gideon wants to be there for Lucy—not just for hire but full-time, forever. Step into stories of provocative romance where sexual fantasies come true. Let your inhibitions run wild with Harlequin Dare. Discover more wealthy, international heroes in the entire Make Me series by Katee Robert: Make Me Want: A Steamy Workplace Romance Make Me Crave: A Holiday Fling Romance Make Me Yours: A Scorching Hot Romance Make Me Need: A Steamy Workplace Romance

"The Temptation of St. Anthony" by Gustave Flaubert is a literary work that delves into the spiritual and psychological struggles of its protagonist, St. Anthony. This novel, which is part of Flaubert's larger body of work, serves as a deep exploration of the human condition and the battle between good and evil. In the narrative, St. Anthony, a Christian ascetic, finds himself in the Egyptian desert, where he faces a series of temptations and visions. These temptations take various forms, including grotesque and surreal creatures, mythological figures, and seductive women. Each temptation challenges St. Anthony's faith and resolve, pushing him to the brink of despair. Throughout the novel, Flaubert's prose is known for its vivid and imaginative descriptions, painting a surreal and dreamlike landscape where the boundaries between reality and illusion blur. St. Anthony's internal struggle is depicted as a tumultuous and hallucinatory journey, reflecting the complexities of human desire and spirituality. "The Temptation of St. Anthony" is a work of great philosophical and psychological depth, exploring themes of temptation, doubt, and the search for meaning in a world filled with distractions and illusions. Flaubert's novel is often considered a masterpiece of 19th-century literature, showcasing his talent for lyrical prose and profound introspection. It continues to be studied and appreciated for its exploration of the human psyche and the enduring questions it raises about the nature of faith and the human experience.