Emma has a heart turned against love, still tormented by memories of the marriage she saw fall apart as a child. When she comes to New England for the summer she meets the person who could change her entire world. Tristan has lived and worked on the sea his entire life, and when he sees Emma for the first time, he is enchanted with her. The final question to be answered is whether a heart can be turned toward love before it's too late. Tristan & Emma is a book from He Said, She Said, an EPIC Press six set series. This series contains explicit content.

“Why are you so cold to me?” Lo’s voice trembled, confusion and hurt clinging to every word. This was supposed to be a blessing for them both, a bond sealed by fate. Yet Tristan had stopped at the door, his broad, muscular back rigid, fists clenched tightly at his sides. The silence that fell between them was heavy, stifling, and Lo struggled to catch her breath, her heart thudding painfully in her chest. “I’m no colder to you than I am to anyone else,” he finally spoke, his voice distant and unyielding, without so much as a backward glance. The sound of his words shattered something inside her. Lo’s heart felt as though it were being twisted, crushed under an invisible force. “But… we are—” She stumbled over the words, her hope unraveling into desperation. “Enough.” His sudden growl made her flinch as he spun around, his emerald eyes blazing as they locked onto her teary blue gaze. “You’re a child. You don’t understand the complexities of this situation,” he spat, his voice a raw blend of anger and frustration. “I… I don’t understand,” Lo whispered, tears sliding down her cheeks. “My mother promised you would cherish me from the moment we met… until our dying days.” Her voice cracked, and she could feel herself shattering, piece by piece. She wasn’t a child—she was nearly grown. How could he look at her and feel nothing? Tristan’s face darkened, and his next words cut deeper than any blade. “She was wrong. I’m already mated. I won’t abandon her for you. My father wants you dead, Lo. And I shouldn’t have stopped him.” Each syllable was a dagger, and with a final, merciless glare, he slammed the door shut, leaving Lo gasping for air. The room felt smaller, suffocating, and an ache unlike anything she had ever known spread through her chest. It wasn’t just heartbreak—it was a soul-crushing wound that left her shattered, alone, and barely able to breathe.

Queen Donna is officially King Donna, and she will stop at nothing to rule the world. Prince Trevor deals with a surprise from his past, Princess Emma grapples with her desire for a Canadian Princess, and Prince Kyle finds his self-worth in charity. When a new candidate for peasant Presidency demands, will the family be able to look up from their phones long enough to notice? The Royal Queen's Reign is Book #3 from American Royalty, an EPIC Press series.

Secrets threaten to tear a marriage apart in this compelling British mystery from the author of The Cornish Retribution. When the opportunity arises, Dr. Tristan Ainsworth jumps at the chance to move back to the idyllic Cornish village where he grew up. He hopes the change of scenery will lift his agoraphobic wife, Karen, out of the dark moods that have kept her withdrawn. Karen Ainsworth’s past has always hung over her like a dark cloud. A chance to use her extraordinary singing voice may set her free. But when she attempts to emerge from her shell, her worst fears come to fruition. Now, as a tide of blackmail and betrayal threatens to break the foundations of their marriage, Karen and Tristan must decide if their relationship is strong enough to withstand a truth that may cost them everything . . . “James’ thriller is bound to quicken one’s pulse, and readers will experience shivers down their spines as they’re drawn into the story at a rapid pace. The author has a special ability to keep fans of suspense glued to their seat for the duration of this novel—which is mysterious and romantic, too.” —RT Book Reviews “Although this is [a long] book you’ll find the pacing fast because of its page turning quality and your need to find out what Karen’s fate will be.” —Long and Short Reviews

“Ian?” I gasped. “Welcome to New York City, baby girl,” he was beaming, standing in front of me with a big bouquet of flowers. My vision was instantly blurry. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. My hands went to cover my quivering mouth, dropping everything I was holding in my hands. “You’re real,” I sobbed. “Of course, I am,” he chuckled. “I thought you’re gonna wait at the Airbnb?” “You’re not the only one that likes surprise appearances,” he laughed and I laughed at that too. ****** “I just wanna be someone you can be proud of,” He looked defeated. “You’re a smart girl, you’re gonna go places. I wanna be a man that deserves a girl like you. I don’t wanna just be some teacher at some high school.” My hands reached for his tired face and I cupped his cheeks gently. He tried to look away, but I forced his eyes to look into mine. “I’m always proud of you, Ian. Even before the gallery and even when you’re just my teacher, I am always proud of you.” ****** The college student Emma stepped into a new life era and began the long-distance relationships with Mr. Hayes. Unsatisfied with his current situation, Ian aimed to acheive something in one of the greatest cities - New York! It is such a beautiful thing to write the new life chapter together as one, but some realistic matters also arise... The time they share is becoming less and less and different new faces are appearing in their lives. Will they still cherish each other as the most significant ones? Could love really grow and evolve in a more complicated and realistic atmosphere? Find out, in Book 2 of Your Pet: The Teacher's Girl!

Love Inspired Historical brings you four new titles for one great price, available now! This Love Inspired Historical bundle includes Wagon Train Sweetheart by Lacy Williams, Second Chance Hero by Winnie Griggs, Love by Design by Christine Johnson and A Family Found by Laura Abbot. Look for 4 new inspirational suspense stories every month from Love Inspired Historical!

A Promised Bride Emma Hewitt never thought she'd travel thousands of miles to wed. Yet Oregon is where she'll meet the groom her brothers have chosen. After years of nursing her ailing father, Emma's social skills are lacking. An arranged marriage is only sensible. And her growing feelings for Nathan Reed, a worker on her wagon train, are surely better forgotten. Nathan knows he's wrong for Emma. He's too rough, too burdened with guilt over his past. But when Emma nurses him through a fever, she sees something in him no one ever has. Now he wants to be a man worthy of her love. Emma's loyalty to family has always come first. Will she find the courage now to follow her heart? Journey West: Romance and adventure await three siblings on the Oregon Trail

Violence Breaks Out On Mayan Ruins Excursion in the Romantic Military Romance, Friendly Fire by Marliss Melton --The Caribbean, Aboard A Cruise Ship, Present Day-- Boarding a cruise ship bound for Mexico, vacationing Navy SEAL Jeremiah "Bullfrog" Winters runs into Emma Albright, the only woman he ever loved... and lost. Emma might still teach Romantic Lit at George Mason University, but life taught her there's no such thing as everlasting love. Good thing she can still enjoy her vacation without falling for the man who captivated her years earlier. But re-awakening Emma's passions becomes Jeremiah's current mission until violence breaks out on their port excursion to the Mayan ruins of Tulum. Now, love may be the only weapon powerful enough to save them both, if Emma can bring herself to believe in its permanence and power. PUBLISHER'S NOTE: Marliss Melton brings her unique personal experience to each story, putting the reader in the center of the action. This story contains colorful language used by real SEALs and sexual situations that typify passionate, strong men and women. Readers who enjoy Hot Seal Romance, women's adventure stories, military romance as well as fans of Gena Showalter, Meli Raine, Teresa Reasor, Dana Marton and Leslie North will enjoy this romantic military suspense series. "Filled with suspense and romance, I couldn't put it down." ~Phyllis Phillips, Verified Reviewer "This is an exciting book filled with adventure and romance. It surely shines the spot light on the absolute evilness of the Mexican cartels." ~Mountain Girl, Verified Reviewer THE ECHO PLATOON SERIES, in order Danger Close Hard Landing Friendly Fire Hot Target Insider Threat THE TASKFORCE SERIES, in order The Protector The Guardian The Enforcer

The Twilight of the Gods is nearing... ...and the fate of all rests with one teen. But is he ready to accept his true calling? Arnold's struggling in life. His mother is bedridden, and their funds are running low. But his life will never be the same, after two powerful demigod warriors come to his rescue. The Gods of Olympus fell centuries ago, cursed in an endless cycle of reincarnation. Their identities were stripped away, while the former immortals' souls were trapped in mortal bodies. And Arnold is one of them. Arnold never thought he would fight a dangerous battle against the deadliest of foes just to protect his crush. Her true identity will either prove to be his salvation or destruction. All while the forces of the divine rage an assault to end any chance of the Olympians return. It only takes one choice to become a god. You'll love this Young Adult Urban Fantasy prelude into the next Mystic Brats novel, because this time the heroes and villains are never who you expect them to be. Get it now.

She's the pawn I break and the strength I never expected. Allie Green, rookie cop, held the key to solving my case. She harbored no fear of the mafia, drank like a fish, and swore like a sailor, as she fought the demons from her troubled past. So I crossed the line a boss should never cross. Multiple times. And I held no regrets until I used Allie as a pawn—and the woman I hadn’t expected to love fell into enemy hands. He has the information I need and the body I crave. Tristan Silver knew what he wanted when he hired me. Or so he thought. I yielded to his desires because my billionaire boss had the resources I needed and the distractions I couldn’t resist. As vengeance boiled in my veins, heat throbbed everywhere else. So I used him. Multiple times. Until I failed at the job he’d hired me to do, and our scorching romance spilled its secrets like blood. Follow Allie and Tristan on a romantic and suspenseful journey as the hot co-workers struggle to resolve old chapters from their pasts while writing a sizzling new future. *** Silver’s Pawn is the third novel in the Silver Securities Family Saga and ends with a cliffhanger. Originally published as Layers Deep in 2013 (no longer available), the novel was re-written with new character relationships and storylines. Intended for mature audiences. **** Billionaire boss, bodyguard romantic suspense, workplace romance