Romance (75)
Overnight Train
Sam reached out to grab her hand, placing it on his chest. Feeling the heat of his body, she leaned against the wall of the neighbouring compartment and answered his silent question. “Please.” In a fraction of a moment, he closed the distance between them and plunged his hot tongue deep inside her mouth to taste her.
The Mistress Queen
If you are going to lie in my bed, business will have nothing to do with it.” He cupped her chin and brought her eyes up to meet his. “This is about pleasure, yours and mine. Do you understand? This is about exploring each other. Pushing our passion beyond the brink.
Chapter 4
Fearless
Maddie and Rylan's first time together continues, things just keep getting hotter. And in this state of deep trust, Rylan sharing their most vulnerable side with Maddie.
Chapter 3
Fearless
At long last, Rylan invites Maddie over for a proper playdate. She's excited and nervous about their first kinky scene together, but Rylan takes good care of her
Chapter 2
Fearless
Rylan hosts Maddie at their place for a romantic dinner. Important conversations about gender and boundaries ensue as the relationship deepens.
Fearless
Months after leaving a kink-shaming partner, Maddie is ready to get back out there. She finds someone special on a kinky dating site and after much virtual play, she decides to meet them in person.
Chapter 2
The Dinner Date
A cute dinner date night in takes a steamy turn between courses.
Odd Job in 5B
I was overcome by the urge to take Isaac’s uninjured hand and press it to my chest, to pull the buttons open on my shirt and slide his hand inside, over my breast, to arch myself into his hand, to encourage him to squeeze and stroke. My breath hitched, and I bit my lip.
Strangers
A woman meets a man on a blind date at a hotel bar. Their attraction is so strong they barely have time to finish their drinks before they head up to the room.
Attagirl: Table for Three
Suddenly Charles took both of her hands and pinned them above her head. “Is this good for you, doll?” he asked, and under the roughness of his voice Lily heard the genuine question, knowing he’d release her anytime she asked.
The Colour of Life
Our eyes locked and her generous mouth moved to meet mine. Any uncertainty vanished. I had never wanted someone so badly, buttressed by knowing she felt the same way.
Pas de Deux
In this bonus follow-up chapter to "I Dare You" by Lauren Emily, Jules and Jack have a nice date night at the ballet where tension and daring are rising both on and offstage...
Chapter 38
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Maggie leaned back in her chair and smiled thoughtfully at the collection of photos that had gathered over the years on the credenza behind her desk.
Chapter 28
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Thanksgiving at Casey’s new house was a busy, cheerful affair.
Chapter 29
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Maggie was happy to wake up in her own bed Monday morning.
Chapter 26
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
The expression on Maggie’s face changed his attitude immediately.
Chapter 25
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Having risen early for a Saturday, Maggie stared at her reflection in the bathroom mirror as she reached for the bottle of ibuprofen.
Chapter 23
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
When court reconvened, Michael called Daryl Whittaker to the witness stand.
Chapter 22
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Maggie arranged and rearranged baklava, croissants, and pear strudel in preparation for the morning meeting.
Chapter 20
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Michael and Maggie applauded with the rest of the guests following the finale of the reworks display before returning to the table to collect Ben.
Chapter 19
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
With the concert over, the DJ was back in position and guests were taking advantage of the dance floor situated at the opposite end of the dinner tent from Michael’s table.
Chapter 17
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
On Monday, Michael was in court all day, but an envelope mysteriously appeared on Maggie’s desk at some point.
Chapter 16
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Michael stepped out of the elevator into the dim reception area.
Chapter 6
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
In spite of having been wide awake until the wee hours of the morning, Maggie’s eyes popped open immediately as her alarm sounded at 6:15 am.
Chapter 32
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Early Christmas morning, Maggie was up checking on the turkey in the refrigerator.
Chapter 31
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
“Papaya King?” Michael asked incredulously as he stared up at the sign.
Chapter 34
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
One afternoon in late January, Maggie’s office phone rang. “Maggie Flynn,” she answered.
Chapter 35
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Michael arrived at the office early on Monday morning. He was anxious to see Maggie and ask about her weekend.
Chapter 37
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
When they reached his apartment, Michael sank onto the living room couch, resting his head on an overstuffed throw pillow and automatically clicking on television sports.
Chapter 40
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
It was two weeks into the trial, the morning of the second Friday.
Chapter 41
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
This is probably a bad idea. Maggie stood on the terrace of Michael’s apartment looking out over the city.
Chapter 43
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Michael eased out of bed, pausing to slip into his jeans before he headed to the living room to refill their empty glasses.
Chapter 14
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Maggie settled back in her seat beside Ben as the plane reached altitude.
Chapter 13
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
It was a Thursday afternoon. Michael was on the phone talking with his new client, a former NFL quarterback who’d been arrested recently on charges of domestic violence.
Chapter 12
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Maggie wasn’t sure why she hadn’t mentioned to Michael that she was meeting the other new hires for drinks at Doc Watson’s.
Chapter 10
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Maggie walked away from Michael’s office feeling like a first class idiot.
Chapter 9
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
As she passed him she caught the scent of his cologne and recalling her dream from earlier that morning, she blushed furiously.
Chapter 8
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Michael sat behind his huge desk listening as the councilman droned on and on, expressing his gratitude for Michael’s help.
Chapter 4
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
She felt her face burning as she walked away from the Murphy, Rannigan table.
Chapter 3
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Michael Rannigan dry gulped three ibuprofen tablets as the car from the service weaved its way through mid-day Manhattan traffic.
Chapter 2
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Five years earlier...
Chapter 6
Attagirl
After things take a turn for the worst with Charles, Lily is beside herself with grief and guilt. Hal takes note of this marked change in her and tries to cheer her up with a night out.
Chapter 4
Attagirl
Lily lands herself in jail following the speakeasy raid and calls her boss of all people to bail her out. But when handsome Hal Williams takes her back to his place to get cleaned up, things really start to get steamy.
Chapter 5
Attagirl
Lily meets Fleur in the afternoon before a date with Charles. When she offers to help Fleur tackle the disaster in her costume closet, she gets a lot more than she bargained for with the pretty burlesque dancer.
Chapter 2
Attagirl
As Lily continues to push the boundaries of her boldness, she finds herself in an awkwardly sexy moment with her handsome boss, takes in her first Burlesque show, and chases her desires with a man serving her stars in a glass.
Chapter 6
Attagirl
In the finale of Attagirl, Lily is faced with some tough decisions... What - and who - will she choose?
Camp Ardenne 3: Excessive PDA
Since the summer started, I’ve fallen for you even harder. I'm scared you don't feel the same way. But when a game of truth or dare with our fellow camp counsellors puts us on the spot and we have to kiss, I guess we'll find out...
Haunted Hearts: A Ghost Story
After the tragic loss of her husband, Rose is beside herself with grief for months. Until she discovers a spell in her grandmother's grimoire that might have just what she needs to revive her happiness - and her husband.
Chapter 4
Blood Makes Noise
A feast is being held to honor the newest member of the Mound of Gaia family. Meanwhile, Jo faces some apprehension when she realizes what might be at stake if her curse is lifted.
Chapter 42
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Things come to a head for Maggie and Michael in the steamy conclusion of Resisting Risk.
Chapter 39
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Maggie doesn't feel great about "winning" the case for LeRoi. Celebratory drinks following the trial take an interesting turn when Michael's usual date doesn't make an appearance...
Chapter 36
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Michael looked back at Maggie. “You’ve got this, Mags,” he said fervently. “I believe in you.
Chapter 33
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
When Maggie is met with the opportunity to go out with another man, she decides to take it, hoping the get a rise out of Michael.
Chapter 30
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Maggie settles in to her new role at the firm and convinces Michael to take a public appearance that isn't usually his style. She also hosts the Annual Orphans and Misfits Christmas celebration where everyone is welcome.
Chapter 1
Blood Makes Noise
Josephine's encounter with an ominous stranger leaves her feeling uneasy and disoriented. Quinn offers to escort her home, but will that be enough to keep Jo safe?
Chapter 27
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Things come to a head on the 50th Floor when Michael learns of John and Ellen's schemes. Maggie enjoys the Thanksgiving weekend with all of her favorite people.
Chapter 24
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Wouldn’t want Maggie to get the wrong idea, he thought. Because there’s no way she could have gotten the wrong idea when your tongue was halfway down her throat.
Chapter 8
Meet the Baumgartners
Captain Tony cleared his throat and pointed at the ceiling. She hadn’t noticed before—although how she’d missed it was beyond her—but the entire ceiling was full of bras of all shapes and sizes.
Chapter 21
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Michael gave a relieved sigh. His exertions today had not quenched the thirst he’d had when he’d left Maggie’s the previous night. Maybe Veronica would.
Chapter 7
Meet the Baumgartners
She was imagining him, his hands on her, touching her like that. This night—morning, now—wasn’t going to end without sex. They both knew it, but the anticipation was exhilarating.
Chapter 18
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Where is she? he wondered. He knew Maggie was coming. And bringing a date. He wondered why that fact irritated him, but it did.
Chapter 15
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
she sang, and she raised her arms over her head and twisted her body down until she sat on her heels and then swayed back up again. In the process, her shirt rode up and her jeans rode down, exposing a small sun tattoo on her right hip. Michael felt his body responding. Maggie was… hot.
Chapter 5
Meet the Baumgartners
So you’re afraid of love?” “No.” Carrie shook her head, reaching out and tentatively touching one of his curls. His hair was as soft and silky as she’d imagined it would be. “I’m afraid of loss.
Chapter 11
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Throughout the evening, Michael found his thoughts returning to Maggie. He wondered if the bachelorette party was really as wild as she’d said it would be, smiling to himself as he pictured Mary Margaret Flynn stuffing dollar bills into the g-string of some greased-up muscle-bound stripper.
Chapter 7
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Maggie writhed in pleasure but with her feet bound to the corners of the bed there was little she could do. “Oh, God, Michael,” she squeaked, on the edge of molten pleasure.
Chapter 4
Meet the Baumgartners
Was he there? Cock throbbing and hard in his hand, thinking about her…? She was already soaking wet—had been, since he first suggested this clandestine meeting.
Chapter 5
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
After impressing him with her gumption, Michael is prepared to offer Maggie a job at his illustrious firm.
Chapter 3
Meet the Baumgartners
Maureen’s fingers played in her hair and she moved in slow, her lips barely brushing at first, then her tongue moved in, lightly licking, seeking entrance.
Chapter 1
Rannigan's Redemption: Resisting Risk
Brilliant attorney Michael Rannigan doesn’t have the time or the patience for relationships. But he is intrigued by his new hire, Maggie Flynn. Maggie has a crush on Michael, despite knowing that it’s all but hopeless—he’s a self-absorbed womanizer. But what would happen if they ever crossed that line?
Chapter 2
Meet the Baumgartners
She’d seen him out of those clothes, and the image of him sprawled on the shower bench, his cock in hand, was burned into her memory like a brand.
Meet the Baumgartners
Carrie swore that she was through with guys — her roommate-turned-lover Maureen is more than enough to keep her happy. But after catching Steve "Doc" Baumgartner in an intimate moment with himself, Carrie can't seem to stop fantasizing about him...
Fire Love: simple and real
She said it softly now. She said it the way someone speaks when they find something they thought they’d lost long ago. Quiet awe.
Love is the Master Plan
Cynthia had been in love with Jericho for most of her life. When she finally gets over him, he makes things complicated... by confessing his love for her in return.
The Business Trip
It seemed like forever since anyone had made Cassandra feel this good. Steven weaved a wonderful knot with his tongue. Her ankles shivered with pleasure. He held one hand on the inside of her thigh and squeezed her breast with the other. Her breast was still wet with his saliva and he softly pinched at the edges of her nipple.
Womb
He led her to a secluded spot amidst a few towering bushes. They were simultaneously concealed by lush green, and exposed to the heavenly, cotton candy sky. She shivered with excitement, never thinking herself the type of woman so consumed with lust that she would need to make love in a public place, but she knew this would be a night she wouldn’t soon forget.