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Get cozy hot with a new erotic romance this weekend

Joyce Lamb
Special for USA TODAY
"Long Time Gone" by SE Jakes.

Here are some newer erotic romance and eroticas, compiled for you and HEA by some of our favorite authors (info provided by publishers and/or their websites):

Long Time Gone by SE Jakes (Riptide Publishing). Soldier of fortune Prophet Drews always worked alone—until Tom Boudreaux became his partner. But when Tom walked away three months ago, ostensibly to keep Prophet safe, Prophet learned the true meaning of being alone. Everyone knows that Prophet, a Navy SEAL turned CIA spook turned mercenary, can look after himself. Which means he must've driven his lover away. Even with half a world between them, Prophet can't get the man out of his head. Maybe that's why he's in New Orleans in the middle of a hurricane, protecting Tom's aunt. But the only looter around is Tom, bursting back into Prophet's life. It turns out that Prophet's been stuck in Tom's head—and heart—too. Their explosive reunion gets even hotter when Tom is arrested for murder. As they fight to clear his name, they delve deep into his past, finding enemies among everyone they meet. Staying alive in such a dangerous world is hard enough, but they soon discover that fighting to stay together is the most difficult thing they've ever done.

Blood Curse by Sharon Page (Aphrodisia). Sexy vampires, a Regency England setting, and paranormal creatures that go bump (and more) in the night—USA Today bestselling author Sharon Page's Blood series thrills her loyal following with a high level of heat and daring sexuality.

Dislocated Dreams by MT Miles. Born in the USA; the only daughter of a small town drunk, Claire Mason learns that men are bastards. Desperate to escape her childhood, she travels to Australia in search of love and a normal life. Caught in a web of corporate deceit and married to a man with a dark secret, Claire decides that survival requires, she make her own rules.

Ariel's Song by Evie Knight (Evernight Publishing). Colin Hoskins, famous classical violinist, is tainted by his past. Angry at life, unable to move beyond the betrayal of his dead fiancé, he's sworn off performing or falling in love ever again. All Colin wants is to be left alone, except no one listens. Especially the pretty little assistant he can't fire and his body burns to claim. Stranded in a foreign country, bankrupted heiress Ariel Parks needs a job to fund her way home. Assistant of sorts to the musician she's fantasized about for years sounds like a dream job. She never imagined the gorgeous genius would be a reclusive beast. But the real problem is the way every nerve in her body tingles at the mention of his name.

No Flag by Liz Borino (Lazy Day). When Will Hayes captures Captain Mike Kelley's heart, Mike embarks on a mission to win him over to a Domestic Discipline relationship. Will accepts with one caveat: Mike promises not to renew his Army contract. Unfortunately, the Army shows no care for the life they built and deploys Mike to Afghanistan days before his service ends. After enduring a five month separation, Mike's base is attacked. Mike awakens in a hospital with a devastating injury, unable to remember the attack. As the only survivor, Mike's memory may be the key to national security. Now the couple must work to recover their relationship, along with Mike's health.

Captured Innocence (CSA Case Files 1) by Kennedy Layne (Kennedy Layne Publishing). When former Marine, Connor Ortega, was ordered into the offices of Crest Security Agency on a Saturday morning, he didn't expect the latest case to hit so close to home. A submissive has been murdered in a particularly vicious manner and to bring her killer to justice, he must go undercover. Not hard to do considering he's already part of the BDSM lifestyle. Lauren Bailey, a local vendor of bejeweled erotic implements, lives vicariously through her clients due to her fear of bondage. When Connor's dominant side can't resist trying to ease her anxieties, she accepts his proposal and agrees to his one stipulation…keep things casual. When the killer sets his sights on Lauren, Connor is forced rethink their relationship. He has the training it takes to catch a murderer, but does he have the courage to escape his inner demons and capture Lauren's heart?

Going For Broke by Amber Skyze (Ellora's Cave). Deacon Burke has a singular goal—to win back the Las Vegas casino swindled from his father years ago. Businesswoman Holly Perkins is equally determined to gain control of the Pleasure Palace, the decadent casino where anything goes—including exhibitionism and master/slave play. A corporate raider, she's eager to put down roots in one location while running a business she loves. When Deacon spots Holly in front of the casino it's lust at first sight, and soon she's submitting to him during a blistering-hot encounter. But how will he react when he learns of Holly's agenda? All bets are off in their high-stakes game of carnal cravings and ultimate control.

Yes, Master by Darah Lace (Ellora's Cave). Tara Sherwood never dreamed she'd let a man put her in chains, call her pet and spank her into submission, or that she'd derive pleasure from punishment. But her future hangs in the balance and the choice is simple—walk away, or kneel at the Master's feet.

Top Guns by Justin Whitfield, Taylor Cole, Cara Carnes (Ellora's Cave). Jason "Maverick" Ashford and Tyler "Goose" Coombs have been best friends for decades. In their youth they lived a whirlwind existence of debauchery—parties, wild antics and even wilder women. But the breakneck pace of an exotic dancer's life wasn't all fun and games. Looking back on it now from Shady Oaks retirement home, they revisit their past—both good times and bad. Jason tasted success and gorged on temptation, but to this day still wants the one woman he can't have. Determined to be the friend Jeanie needs, he bides his time. She's worth the wait to savor—even if it is just once. Tyler believed in living life to the fullest—no sexual adventure too wild to try. And he tried as many as he could. Amidst the hedonism he found his soul mate, but only after tragedy found him first.

Alaskan Exposure by A.S. Fenichel (Ellora's Cave). Finally recovering from a devastating divorce, Charley is given the opportunity of a lifetime when she's offered a job shooting photographs for an Alaskan cruise catalogue. Kyle loves his life. The ship's playboy first officer has his future all worked out and it doesn't involve falling for the beautiful new photographer. The two find passion and comfort on the high seas and Charley learns the joys of being completely uninhibited when the partner is just right. But in eight short days she's going to walk off the ship and Kyle's going to start his next voyage without her. Can Kyle prove to Charley that they're more than just hot sex? Sacrifice is the only way to stay together, but the price might just be too high.

Primeval Passion by Cyna Kade (Ellora's Cave). Julia has never met a man who can keep up with her sexual needs. Alex has never met a woman he couldn't conquer and control. Sparks fly when Julia moves to Primeval Lake. To fulfill the terms of her grandfather's will, Julia must live at the lake for a year. Alex wants to help her survive—in exchange for Julia's surrender. He wants to subdue and dominate her. He won't accept anything less than her full consent for any sexual game he might like to play. Julia fears giving any man that much control. She's been disappointed before, why should she believe Alex is different? Complicating her decision, Alex wants to buy her cabin. Its purchase would give him complete control of the lake. Does Alex really want Julia or just her cabin? As Julia wrestles with this question, Alex decides he can't wait any longer and forces Julia to face her fears and make a decision.

Magical Mistakes by Victoria Davies (Ellora's Cave). Mikayla knows better than to wield magic when her emotions run hot—and they're never hotter than when Ciar is firing her hormones and ignoring her advances. Determined to blast the chip off his shoulder once and for all, Mikayla casts a bit of ill-timed, if not well-deserved, magic. The results are as horrifying as they are hilarious. Fluffy and adorable as Ciar is, Mikayla never intended to reduce the sexy demon to a toy poodle. She can only pray she can reverse the spell—and that he doesn't remember a thing. Ciar is not amused to find himself in Mikayla's purse, though it's difficult to hold a grudge against a woman so obviously guilt-ridden. It doesn't take long to discover that every time they let the passion simmering between them boil over, Ciar returns to his natural form, albeit temporarily. Taking Mikayla to bed is his vengeance and his pleasure. Ciar's denied himself, and her, too long. Yet the more time he spends exploring her body, controlling her pleasure, the easier it is to forget all the reasons he had for keeping her at a distance in the first place.

Lusitanian Stud by Francesca St. Claire (Ellora's Cave). Eighteen-year-old Sarah falls in love with gorgeous Diogo while on vacation in Portugal. But their steamy romance is short-lived. Found in bed by her grandmother, she is sent back to the States straight away. Seven years later, Sarah returns to Portugal, and she's not thrilled to discover her smoking-hot first lover Diogo is also back in town. She can't seem to forgive him for not staying in touch all those years ago, but neither can she deny the heat of attraction between them now. Sex is just as exciting and fulfilling as she remembered, but to overcome her past pain, she must first learn the reason for his extended silence.

Claimed by the Native by Rea Thomas (Ellora's Cave). Rosie, unable to deal with the fallout from a failed engagement, decides to backpack through India with the misguided notion of "finding herself". She has spanned the country, visited temples and explored the culture—all without finding anything but the realization her problems have come abroad with her. Then, as her southward journey brings her to Kerala, Rosie meets a local farmer, a man who barely speaks English but who manages to reignite a zest for life within her. She is instantly attracted to him, for not only is he exquisitely gorgeous, he is also mysterious. When he invites her to his modest home in the rural outskirts of town for the sole purpose of sex, Rosie knows agreeing would be foolish and dangerous. All the guidebooks warn about such stupidity and yet she is powerless to resist. Soon Rosie finds what she came to India for—liberation from her sadness and a little adventure.

Ingenue by Alexandra Christian (Ellora's Cave). Never fall in love with a hoofer. That's the advice given to Stefan—advice he immediately ignores when he falls head-over-heels in love with burlesque dancer Rose, the shimmying, corseted star of the Footlight Theatre. But wicked, wounded Rose is far out of the humble stagehand's reach. Rose has stars in her eyes—and bruises on her face. As she suffers abuse at the hands of a cruel patron, she dreams of the day when she'll find her way out of her nightmare and into the arms of the passionate, protective Stefan.

Steel Lust by Jayne Kingston (Ellora's Cave). Take one bombshell photographer, add a sexy body piercer slash rock singer and toss in a broken down car for good measure and what do you get? Nights of passion hot enough to melt even the coldest Midwestern winter. Joy has been let down by her share of musicians, but Leo quickly shows her he's nothing like the rock star types she's known before. Coming to her rescue—and then treating her to a night of toe-curling erotic pleasures—are just the first of many things that keep her running back for more. And once Leo's had a taste of the spicy-sweet daughter of Chicago blues legends, he knows a handful of mind-blowing nights with her are not going to be enough. Now he just needs to convince her their age difference, a closely guarded family secret and one act of chivalry too many aren't more than their passion can survive.

The Submissive's Secret by Natalie Dae (Totally Bound). Lori has been keeping a secret from her friends. She's being taught the lifestyle by a Swedish Dom, Jaska. Soon it'll be time for him to let her go, but there's one issue. She's fallen in love with him and he doesn't know it. With two secrets on her mind, plus knowing her relationship with Jaska will soon end, Lori isn't sure what to do. Their play enthralls her, and she's found it's the only thing that makes her feel alive. She has one last scene she'd like to act out with him—and that's a good and painful thrashing with a tawse. Jaska collects her and whisks her away to his home. His dungeon is a place Lori feels immediately at ease in, and when she spies the flogging horse, she knows she has to climb aboard. And when she does, she discovers that what she's experienced with him up until that point is eclipsed by pleasure and pain so great she doesn't even know her own name…

Becoming Sir by S. Dora (Totally Bound). Isaac prefers to keep the D/s part of his relationship with Tom strictly private. One day, however, he reads about a non-commercial BDSM club with a playroom for hire… Committed couple Isaac and Tom have recently discovered they want to explore BDSM, and especially D/s, as part of their committed relationship. There are still doubts and questions, but Isaac knows how to wield his favourite cane for his submissive's painful pleasure. S&M is also a very private thing for the otherwise out and open pair. That is, until Isaac reads an article about a non-commercial BDSM club. He meets one of the volunteers, who shows him the playroom. He's impressed by what he sees and decides to give his beloved sub a very special treat. Their experiences with D/s during the months since Tom first said, "I want you to tell me what to do," have left a deep and positive impression on both men. One day, Isaac takes a decision that he knows will influence the rest of his life with Tom.

Bent Out of Shape by Bebe Balocca (Totally Bound). Jamie Davis dreams of devoting herself to yoga full-time, but has to work two jobs to pay the bills. She jumps at the chance to teach lessons at Twisted Fork Ranch, lavish home of reclusive tech billionaire Marcus Paul. When she arrives, Mr Paul's assistant, Peter Fletcher, informs her that the first class will be a one-on-one affair. Peter is to report back to his boss with his impressions, so Jamie's determined to put on her best class ever. Sparks fly in the studio and both Peter and Jamie are feeling the burn, but their hot session ends in flames when guards come knocking. Peter's not everything he's made himself out to be, however, and soon he and Jamie are on the lam in Twisted Fork. With Dobermans on their trail, they try out some exotic new positions that Jamie never learned in yoga school.

Chasing Terpsichore by Maggie Mitchell (Totally Bound). Banished from her home in Olympus and trapped in modern day Australia, Terpsichore does her best to fit in, but when she is mistaken for a prostitute she needs the services of straight- laced solicitor James Barrington to help. James Barrington is a man on a fast track to a stellar legal career. Being involved with a pole dancing tango teacher is not part of the plan. Together they fight an unknown stalker, a Titan rebel and a journey through the Underworld but can they find each other on the way?

Dragon's Heart by Stephani Hecht (Totally Bound). Lester has always been only half good enough—half a sorcerer, half a dragon, but all a bastard, he was shunned and unwanted as a child. So, the first thing he does when he can is move away to the human world, and he never looks back. But the supernatural world is coming to him. The war between the Dragons and the sorcerers is at its climax and both sides want Lester on their side. Dragon shifter Mick grew up watching his best friend Lester being abused and shunned. Now that he's back, Mick is more determined than ever to protect him. As the two find themselves falling in love, will they be able to overcome all their obstacles, or will war win over love?

Jaynell's Wolf by Amber Kell (Totally Bound). Jaynell Marley's father's dying wish was to send his son to the Wizard Academy. It only took Jay a short time to realise he didn't belong. His abilities, far more advanced than the other students, could only cause jealousy. Knowing how to speak gnome and summon a dragon put him beyond everyone's skills but the teachers. Enter Thomas Sparks—a member of the local wolf pack who isn't impressed with Jay's magic. He wants the man himself. One look into Jay's eyes and Thomas knows he's found his life mate. The only problem—convincing the powerful wizard that they were meant to be together. When outside forces threaten to tear them apart, it will take their combined skills to defeat the evil wizard trying to steal their future.

New Orleans by Tiffany Aaron (Totally Bound). This is book three in the Fallen series. Dominic LaFontaine is a night club owner in New Orleans, and he just happens to be a fallen angel as well. He's been in love with his best friend for a couple of years now, but has never found the courage to tell her. Then she starts dating another man, and he realises he could lose her. Teresa Ryder has wanted Dominic from the first moment they met five years ago, but until recently he'd never given any indication that he saw her as anything more than a friend. So she finds another man who wants her. Unfortunately, Vincent Delacourte isn't the man she thinks he is, and Teresa finds herself swept up in a Vodou curse. Now it will take all of Dominic's power and knowledge, along with that of his friends, to save the woman he loves from a madman's clutches.

Someday It Will Be by S.A. McAuley (Totally Bound). Poe passes through a graffiti-laden alley, his chin tucked into his chest, a scarf wrapped tightly over his mouth to keep out the cold. He has nowhere to go since Isaac's death, but something compels him out in the frigid Chicago winter. He steps out of the alley, off the curb, and…into sand. In summertime. Isaac told him it would happen but Poe doesn't care how it's possible, only that now he has a chance to make everything right.

Under a Crescent Moon by Mercy Celeste (Totally Bound). New Orleans Police Detective Taylor Campbell has done his best to leave Xander Cooper alone. Years ago, he joined the Army to get away from the temptation of the younger man. But a series of murders around Xander's restaurant has Taylor running scared. And when he happens upon Xander holding off a group of thugs, his honour is forgotten. Xander Cooper fell in love with Taylor when he was a teen. Now an adult, he's waited and watched and hoped that Taylor would one day see him as more than a little kid meant to be avoided. He didn't expect murder to bring Taylor to his bed. For Xander, giving Taylor his heart is easy. Letting him in on the family secret is another thing all together. He didn't expect that Taylor would have secrets of his own. Secrets that make a little thing like Xander being a witch seem tame…

The following new releases were compiled for HEA by Desiree Holt, author of Branded by Lust. Her website is desireeholt.com.

A Candle for a Marine by Heather Long. The second of the Holiday Marines with a portion of the proceeds going to Toys for Tots. Home for Hanukkah, Sergeant Isaac Janko has never forgotten the baby his girlfriend gave up for adoption years ago. But he didn't realize how angry he still was... A chance meeting at Temple brings Zehava Elbaz face-to-face with the first and only man she's ever loved. She sees a deep and hidden pain in him, one she blames herself for... The two must confront their pain and loss. They have only eight days to face their past, and win each other's trust, but it is a time for healing, reconciliation and miracles …

River's Redemption by Anne Rainey (Samhain Publishing). Blackwater, Book 5. Before his adoptive parents stepped in, River's childhood was little more than hellish misery. He still has the demons to prove it. Too bad he can't seem to convince Jeanette Munroe that he's damaged goods, and anything beyond friendship is an act of futility. He's done everything in his power to keep his ugly past from touching her sweet, innocent heart. Yet when he learns she's been mugged, nothing will keep him from her side. And soon all he can think about is stripping her bruised body naked. Ever since she tripped over her clumsy ninth-grade feet and into his life, Jeanette has been secretly crazy about her best friend. To her frustration, he's never seemed to notice—until he comes to her rescue like the white knight she's always believed him to be. River never realized how deep and hard he hungered for Jeanette until her kiss, her touch sets his desire free. But as the heat between them rises to fever pitch, his secrets threaten to shatter any chance for a future.

Rhythm of Three by Kelly Jamieson (Samhain Publishing). Rule of Three, Book 2. Former goodie-two-shoes Kassidy now has three pairs of shoes under her bed—hers, Chris's and Dag's. While she relishes the hot threesome that makes her friends jealous, she can't deny things are…complicated. Namely, whom to tell about their unconventional relationship, and whom to keep in the dark. In the dark category? Definitely Chris's parents, which should be simple, since they live far away. Except they've sprung a surprise for their son's thirtieth birthday. They're coming for a visit. Then there's Kassidy's best friend Danielle, who's home from Europe, clueless to recent events, and flirting with Dag like crazy. Awkward! Family, friends, coworkers and a wedding put three lovers' best intentions to the test, making them wonder if this unique brand of love has a chance in hell of working out.

Cooking Up Love by Gemma Brocato (Lyrical Press). Jemima George leads a charmed life as a personal chef and assistant to reality television's latest darling. But that changes in a New York minute when her Aunt Caro dies under odd circumstances, bequeathing her a small restaurant. Jem plans to sell the café and continue her life in NYC, until a dramatic phone call from her cheating boyfriend convinces her to experiment with the ingredients for happiness and accept her Aunt's legacy. Throwing herself into remodeling the restaurant with the help of the town's delicious contractor, Jem revamps the menu and renews her faith in herself. Jack Kerrigan considered Caro a surrogate mother and hates the idea that the café could be sold. He doesn't need the remodeling project, but if it means Caro's beautiful, fascinating niece will stay to run the restaurant, he's all in. He wouldn't mind being savory to Jem's sweet.

The following new releases were compiled for HEA by Beth Williamson (Emma Lang), author of The Fortune (Malloy series, book nine). Her website is www.bethwilliamson.com.

A Reluctant Companion by Kit Tunstall (Amourisa Press, Apocalyptic Press, and Flashpoint Publishing). A century after an EMP event, the people live in the aftermath. Countries have split into smaller territories, and Tiernan Archer leads the Northwest Federation. He gets what he wants, and he wants Madison Cole. With little choice, she becomes his reluctant companion, but can love ever grow between them?

From the Ashes by Danielle James (Danielle James). Jacque spent all of his time looking for a way to contact his lost brother. But it seems all hope is lost until not one, but two women walk into his life. One is a pretty necromancer who claims Antonio speaks to her, the other is one he had been searching for himself for a long time. Now that she's back, he doesn't intend to ever let her go.

His Ever After by Jessica Ingro (Jessica Ingro). All is fair in love and war. Jacob Matthews learned that lesson the hard way when he discovered just how far some people will go to win someone's heart. When fate brought Samantha Monroe back into Jacob's life, he finally started to believe that his world was going to be complete. He loves Sam with the kind of intensity that burns deep and scalds your very soul. But fate had other ideas in mind.

Ariel's Song by Evie Knight (Evernight Publishing). Colin Hoskins, famous classical violinist, is tainted by his past. Angry at life, unable to move beyond the betrayal of his dead fiancé, he's sworn off performing or falling in love ever again. All Colin wants is to be left alone, except no one listens. Especially the pretty little assistant he can't fire and his body burns to claim. Stranded in a foreign country, bankrupted heiress Ariel Parks needs a job to fund her way home. Assistant of sorts to the musician she's fantasized about for years sounds like a dream job. She never imagined the gorgeous genius would be a reclusive beast. But the real problem is the way every nerve in her body tingles at the mention of his name.

Simple Man by Lydia Michaels (Secret Cravings Publishing). Months after Shane Martin's sister vanishes, life crashes down and he finds himself the guardian of a nephew he never knew existed. Blissfully ignorant, Shane trades in his musician status, full of late nights and fast women, for midnight feedings and lullabies. But when Kate McAlister, his prissy, stuck up caseworker, arrives unexpectedly, he realizes he could lose everything. Kate isn't impressed by Shane's messy bachelor pad, rocker image, or sexy tattoos. As a matter of fact she finds it all very sophomoric. The sooner she's off the case the better. Everything from his long hair to his sarcastic attitude threatens her professionalism. But when he lowers his guard and asks for help, she discovers a side to this tattooed musician she can't resist. Behind this simple man is an unsung hero.

Weather the Storm by Monette Michaels (Liquid Silver Books). From the streets of New York to the Bahamas, Vanko, the ultimate alpha male, struggles against all odds as assassins converge from all sides. Without support and distracted by feelings long buried, Vanko must Weather the Storm in Book 3 of Security Specialists International to find a love he never expected.

Branded by Lust by Desiree Holt (Ellora's Cave Publishing Inc.). Logan Tanner is on a mission to track down the legendary Chupacabra. Part of Night Seekers, a group of former law enforcement members who've lost loved ones to the terrifying devil beast, Logan will stop at nothing to find and eliminate the threat. Until a complication arises—a sexy complication by the name of Rebecca Black, a recent addition to the team, equally determined to kill the monster wreaking havoc in the Montana wilderness. Bound by purpose, neither Logan nor Rebecca are prepared for the red-hot chemistry between them; the lust that's turning into love. But hunting the Chupacabra is dangerous work…perhaps a task too dangerous for their passion to endure.

Marely in Chains by R. G. Alexander (R. G. Alexander). The Smutketeers Present: A Kinky Christmas Carol! The Knight Family is a wealthy, powerful Chicago clan that knows everything there is to know about making money—but they have plenty to learn about love. In this three series novella—Eden Bradley's Getting Scrooged, Robin L Rotham's Not So Tiny Tim and R.G. Alexander's Marley in Chains—you'll meet Holly Knight, her nephew Tim, and her cousin Marley Knight-Williams as they face their ghosts, fulfill their fantasies and finally discover the magic of Christmas.

Vicious Vixen by Shiloh Walker (Samhain Publishing). Hired killer, Vixen Markham doesn't have any illusions about life or love. Unable to trust even the one man she lets into her heart, she makes a decision that she'll regret for the rest of her life—which won't be much longer by the looks of things. Loaded with vengeance and a small arsenal of weapons, she's ready to face up to her past and say goodbye to her future, until she's confronted by a pair of eyes she could never forget. Graeme Mackenzie Lawson lived a hard life. Hard on himself and harder on those who got in his way. Betrayed and murdered, he's given one chance at redemption—but not for himself—for the woman he loved, the woman who killed him. Can he keep Vixen safe, when she seems determined to lose her life—and her soul?

The following new releases were compiled for HEA by Tara Sue Me, author of The Submissive Trilogy. You can visit her at www.tarasueme.com.

Blood Sworn: Salva Me by Autumn Montague (Loose Id). England, 1816. A nosferatu, a rogue vampire, hunts unchecked through Sussex. Jeremy Takeshi Colbourne is honor-bound by ancestral duty to find and destroy such madmen. Foremost among the vampires of England, he must find a way to ensure the safety of the English citizens and the Nosferii that live among them. Then Jeremy and his blood-host Morgan Holland discover a brutally savaged girl. With this latest victim of the nosferatu, Jeremy realizes the time has come to make Morgan aware of the Colbourne responsibilities. But the situation could not have come at a worse time. For years, Morgan has served as Jeremy's blood-host. Though Morgan adheres faithfully to his Contracted terms, he refuses to surrender to the sexual seduction that completes each feeding. He yields neither his body nor his heart, though Jeremy yearns for both. As nosferatu's atrocities grow, Jeremy must ask everything of Morgan to gain the strength needed to fight the ravening monster. Will Morgan relent and give up body and heart to help Jeremy defeat their enemy, or will the battle destroy them?

Clan McKinlock 3: Junebugs, Haunted Houses & Jack o'Lanterns by Kaitlin Maitland (Loose Id). Stacey is tired of sharing Donal with his job at McKinloch's Pub. She wants a husband who puts her first. Besides, sometimes being married to the hottest guy in the room means you spend all your time wondering who else is volunteering to warm his bed. Donal has never wanted any woman but Stacey. There is no way he's letting her walk away from their marriage without a fight, even if he has to step out of his comfort zone and sweep her off her feet. Fortunately, chemistry is on his side, if only he can make Stacey understand that the sparks they have in the bedroom could be carried over to the rest of their lives. It doesn't take Stacey long to realize that the guy you have might be exactly what you need. After all, nothing worth having comes easy. Worse, she's starting to realize that she might have unfairly judged the one guy she needs to make her life complete.

Coven, Sweet Coven by Cheryl Dragon (Loose Id). Powerful witch and psychic, Natalie Fogel never doubts her visions. After a year away from her small town home and the two men she loves, she returns to share her ominous warning. Something deadly dangerous is coming for Halloween. Happy to see her friends and coven members again, she returns to living with the two lovers. She left to grow her skills but also to avoid some of the negative judgment about a group relationship. Zach and Logan are supportive and sexy but they aren't meant to be a couple and they need their lady to balance the relationship. Their love is strong but the triad is especially unpopular with Natalie's big brother. For Natalie, there's no place like home…but she'll have to stand up for what's right to stay there happily.

Treeland Pack Tales: A Scarlet Past by Evanne Lorraine (Loose Id). Sidelined by an injury, Fergus Wickham needs a new identity to re-enlist and get back to killing Nazis. When he arrives early for his meeting with the local Alpha, he finds a knockout doll facing off a rogue attack. As he helps her body count climb, his respect and arousal grows. When the battle ends, he finally meets the local Alpha, Vivian O'Connor, his mate. As World War heats up, so does the secret battle on the home front. For the two touch-starved warriors, mating is more than pleasure--it's a matter of survival. Only mating will prevent Fergus from becoming one of the raving rogues threatening the packs and keep Vivian alive to fight another night. But are both Alpha leaders determined to win, when their only chance for victory is surrendering to desire?

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