Nick Ramirez built his massive wealth in a single generation and is dead set against marriage. He is an arrogant but handsome man who insists... more>> marriage is an act of folly that reduces one’s assets. Tess was determined to keep her relationship with Nick strictly professional, but she couldn’t resist the temptation and took just one bite of the forbidden fruit. Nick regretted the impulsive love affair and never made another personal approach… Now, months later, Nick has appeared again—has he found out about the secret Tess has been keeping from him? <<less

In the Kincaid-ka no Yuigon Game Series (The Payback Affairs series):... more>>

V.1 - Boss to Hisho no Juunikagetsu (Shattered by the CEO)

All's Fair In Love...And Business

CEO Rand Kincaid had never been coerced--until his entire future was at stake. Under the stipulations of his father's will, Rand had to rehire Tara Anthony as his assistant. It was either get along with the one woman who'd dared to leave him first, or lose his family empire.

But before Tara would accept, she gave Rand her own demands. She wanted a second chance, with Rand back in her home and bed as her lover. And nothing prepared him for where this arrangement would lead.

V.2 - Itsushika Hanayome Kouho (Bound by the Kincaid Baby)

The affluent Mitch Kincaid's livelihood hangs in the balance because of his father's peculiar will. Unless he takes in his father's illegitimate child and looks after him for one year, Mitch will lose his entire fortune. The child is now under the care of its aunt, Carly. "I'll give you a hundred grand for the child. No-five hundred." Mitch offers Carly riches, but she refuses. She claims she doesn't need any money, and that she'll only cooperate on the condition that she, too, lives at the Kincaid manor. Dammit, what is she after? Does she intend to slink into his bed - and push him into marrying her?

V.3 - Nefuda Tsuki no Ai (Wed by Deception)

Ever since her husband died eleven years ago, Nadia has been busy playing and working to take her mind off things. Now, according to her father's strange will, Nadia is to shut herself in a Dallas penthouse. Her curfew is at midnight and she is not allowed to see any of her friends or go to work. If she disobeys these conditions, she will lose all of her inheritance. What is my father trying to do by keeping me locked in? Two months after this lonely and depressing life started, her penthouse neighbor, who has been away, suddenly appears in front of her. But the minute she sees him, Nadia faints out of shock!

English version via Renta!: , <<less

Amid a swirl of rose petals, the desert sultan solemnly materializes. Nicolette is stunned. With his well-defined face and glittering ethnic garb, he is the most fascinating thing she’s ever laid eyes on! “Welcome to the land of a thousand dreams, Princess Chantal.” The name he calls her in his sweet, low voice brings Nicolette back to reality. That’s right, I’m here posing as my sister, Chantal, his fiancée, to trick him into making our plan work out! Ooh, but can I really take advantage of a man like him?... more>>

Source: Balloons & Chapters <<less

Despite being born to a wealthy Greek family, Alesia lived a humble life with her mother after her ruthless grandfather banished them from the family.... more>> Then, for the first time in 15 years, Alesia is summoned by her grandfather only to be told he has chosen a man to whom she must marry. He demands she marry Sebastien Fiorukis, the eldest son of another wealthy Greek family. The two families have been feuding for two generations, so what could her grandfather be scheming? But if she accepts this proposal, her ill mother will be saved. Alesia reluctantly agrees, but she didn't know how her new fiancé would treat her... <<less

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Opening the front door, Carmen holds her breath. Farooq is looking down at her with hate-filled eyes. A year and a half ago, she met... more>> the desert prince, Farooq, at an international conference. They fell in love, and she became pregnant. But she couldn't imagine marrying someone like him, so she hid her pregnancy and disappeared. And now that Farooq knows the truth, he's come for her. Resistence is futile. He grabs her arm and steals a kiss, making her lose any strength in her body. There was no woman who could withstand his charm. <<less

Being friends with Bruno, the son of a rich family, has been hard on Liza. The paparazzi keep spreading rumors of their “budding relationship,” thus... more>> never giving her a moment’s peace. While trying to get away for some relaxation she gets into another problem when she gets into a car collision with Kier, a man with the eyes of a wolf. Having no place to stay, Kier stays the night. Even though this man appears to be wild, Liza can’t help but be attracted to his charm. The next day, Kier is suddenly dressed in a suit. He leaves Liza in a state of confusion with his mysterious words. Just who is this man, and will Liza’s frozen heart melt and be free to love? <<less

Elinor Lucinda Smith knew it would be difficult to stay calm and professional while nursing Jason Tenby back to health; he was used to calling... more>> the shots. Also, she couldn't forget the time years ago when Jason had kissed her passionately... She'd never forgiven Jason for the trouble it had caused. But now he was injured and temporarily blind. For his sake she must keep her identity a secret. However, as she healed him, she tamed him -- and fell for him. All too soon he would be able to see her again -- surely he'd recognize her as the woman whom he'd once considered unsuitable marriage material? <<less

A fake engagement with despicable man! Berrie meets her stepbrother Dawson whom she detests so much at her friend's party. A billionaire Dawson, with his... more>> still arrogant and domineering attitude, proposed her with an unexpected offer. Which was to act as his "fiance" for a certain amount of time... <<less

Cinderella found her prince, but will Isabelle Browne? The life of a housemaid can have its perks, but being called away from vacation because Cristian... more>> "Cristo" Veron requested her by name isn't one of them. Cristo has a mission: find out if Isabelle is the housekeeper that his friend accidentally got pregnant. Is Isabelle on maternity leave, or is she not the woman Cristo's looking for...just the one he needs? <<less

Being torn apart from his first love, Alex, a housekeeper's son, fell in love with his boss's daughter, Rebecca. Because of that, he and his... more>> whole family felt her father's wrath when they were fired. To protect his family and his younger sister, who was still only a child, he did whatever it took and became rather successful. He now had a mansion that rivaled Rebecca's father's. However, no matter how rich he got, he couldn't forget the shame and powerlessness he felt that day. Now a cruel millionaire himself, he comes face-to-face again with Rebecca to get his revenge... <<less

Begging for Prince Tariq Shadad ibn Zachir's mercy is the last thing Faye wants to do. She hasn't seen Tariq for a whole year...since their ill-fated wedding. But as Faye's brother remains imprisoned in her husband's country of Jumar, she learns that only Tariq has the power to grant his freedom.... more>>

Faye expects her meeting with the man she married to be difficult, but Tariq's ultimatum takes her breath away: become is mistress and her brother will be released. As her decision takes her to the Middle East, her bitter feelings for Tariq begin to change, and she becomes more than just a mistress to this powerful Sheikh. <<less

Just sitting in the passenger seat of Rafaele’s car is enough to make Samantha feel like he owns her again. Four years ago, she fell... more>> passionately in love with the wealthy CEO of a luxury car company. Samantha ended up pregnant, but Rafaele saw her as nothing more than a fling and ended their relationship before she could tell him. She thought she’d never see him again, but here she is sitting next to him. When he sees her son, he instantly realizes that the child must be his. Lashing out in anger that Samantha hid his child from him, Rafaele sets out to use his money and power to make life as difficult as he can for her. But what does he really hope to gain from this? <<less

Living alone in the Colorado Rockies, U.S. Marshal Dan Mason didn't want company. Still, Dan can’t resist a damsel in distress, especially when a hiking accident lands violet-eyed Angel on his doorstep. Angel has lost her memory and her identity, but at least now she has shelter and hope.... more>>

Adaptation of English fiction Sleeping with Beauty by Laura Wright. <<less

Grant O'Hara is the young hotshot of the business world, shrouded in mystery, and now reporter Cheyenne has the chance to interview him. It's Mardi... more>> Gras in New Orleans, and Carnivale, a costume party in the middle of the city, is in full swing. Cheyenne dons a costume and joins Grant at the party, but she witnesses a murder in the hustle and bustle of the crowd. Who are these men dressed as red demons? Grant and Cheyenne dart into a church filled with couples. Trying to fit in, Cheyenne and Grant say their vows in a wedding ceremony, but it's not just the theatrical performance they assume it is. They find out that this wedding is the real deal! <<less

It's been three years since they broke up, but now Dray, Cass's ex, has appeared before her once more. The way he broke up with... more>> her was downright cruel, so what could he possibly want now? Her little sister married his younger brother, and up to this point she'd been lucky enough to not have to see him at all. Dray had the same beautiful blue eyes as before, and he stared coolly at Cass while he told her that Pen had passed away, leaving behind a baby. Pen's death will have repercussions for Cass and Dray's relationship that the heartbroken Cass can't yet imagine. <<less

Alex hates hearing that she gets preferential treatment as the daughter of the CEO of a top department store, so works harder than anyone else.... more>> She is incensed by Jack, the rep of an ad agency who scuffily dressed, visits regarding a new ad and has the nerve to try to seduce Alex! There is no way this kinda guy can work properly...but seeing Jack's presentation the next day, Alex can't take her eyes off him... <<less

In the Viking Brides series:... more>>

1-Byakuya no Princess (The Reluctant Princess)

Elli has no memories of her homeland or father, having been raised abroad by her mother with her sisters. When a mysterious man breaks into her house, she finds out that she’s royalty of the far-off land of Gullandria, and that her father is the king! With a reunion in the cards, will Gullandria prove to be all Elli hopes, or will she escape into the arms of the man who brought her there?

2-Gekka no Ayamachi (Prince and Future...Dad?)

For some, waking up after a romp in the hay with a rash all over you might be cause for regret, but for Princess Liv, it’s the beginning of an adventure that’ll change how she views the world. Can she learn to believe in love after running away from it all her life? Can she and Finn build a brighter future together, or is she destined to inherit the loneliness of her parents?

3-Shukumei no Deai (The Marriage Medallion)

He’s going to be my husband? Princess Brit is forced to marry to preserve the royal bloodline, so she flees the palace and heads for the distant North Sea. But on the way there, her plane crashes, and she is thrown against the steep cliffs. She’s hurt and terrified! As if in answer to her pleas for help, a dark shadow appears. Is he the legendary black knight? No—it’s Eric Greyfell. He’s as beautiful as a hero from Norse myth, but his heart is as impenetrable as a stone statue. And he’s the man she was expected to marry!

4-Kamen no Prince (The Man Behind the Mask)

Dulcie has arrived at a foreign palace to celebrate the wedding of her best friend, the princess of a small country. There, she meets Prince Valbrand, a man with a scar on his face. A hideous burn scar, marring the face of a beautiful man. What cruel fate must he have endured? On the night of the ball, spurred by curiosity, Dulcie dances with him and realizes that she has fallen in love.But as Dulcie grapples with her emotions, a tragedy awaits. <<less

Lydie visits Jonah’s office, when her father’s business is about to go under, to ask him to pay back the money her father lent him.... more>> She is about to meet her first love in this awkward manner. Suppressing the hesitation, she explains the situation. He then hands her a check. However, she learns that the money she thought he had owed her father was already returned. Now that she’s the one who owes him money, she signs a contract with him to agree to do anything he demands. Lydie has no means to resist his demands, even if that means marriage. <<less

Nina's twin sister, Nadia, is a vindictive gold digger. The only good thing Nadia's ever brought into this world was her daughter, Georgia, of whom... more>> Nina is very fond. When Nadia's devilish ways threaten to separate Nina from her beloved niece, Nina does the unthinkable. She pretends to be Nadia and agrees to marry Marc Marcello, Georgia's uncle. Marc is a notorious playboy and their marriage would be in name only, but Nina is left with no other options—she'd do anything to save Georgia from growing up in foster care. <<less

After many years, Karissa has finally returned to the Caramel kingdom to secure her dream job of managing a boardinghouse. Upon her arrival, she meets the son of a major noble family. This very man was her first love and had cruelly rejected her affection. Painful emotions, unhealed by time, run wild in her heart. As she's reeling from this encounter, she learns something even more unsettling: he's the owner of the boardinghouse that she's been hired to run.... more>>

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Third of the Carramer Legacy Sub-Series:

1. Crowns and a Cradle (2002)

2. The Baron and the Bodyguard (2002)

3. The Marquis and the Mother-To-Be (2002) <<less

Carrie Richards has stepped into the glittering life of Greek billionaire Alexeis Nicolaides. Luxurious hotels, designer clothes and rare jewels are all hers.and what they... more>> share in the bedroom is explosive. But the consequences of one night lead to a shocking end to Carrie's fairy tale. She discovers Alexeis is not her Prince Charming - he's a man who'll make her his, no matter what the cost! <<less

Eve was spoken to by a gorgeous, sexy guy at a party for celebrities. It was Luca Cardelli. “He hasn’t changed a bit…” Eve met... more>> him once ten years ago, but it seems as if he doesn't recall it. No wonder. He just gave a dream ticket to Eve, who was an unpolished teenager back then. But after they meet a second time, Luca is more determined than ever to have her. Even though she is now a TV broadcaster, she still doesn't fit into his upper-class world…! <<less

She came home with a plan....... more>>

Rachel Dean had arranged to make a very sexy statement at her upcoming ten-year reunion! Once the wallflower of her small Texas town, the savvy New York lawyer was determined to get even with the jocks who'd made her teenage years hell. Her scheme: to make them want her -- then leave them lusting! And her plan almost worked....

Then seduced the wrong man!

Garrett McLean couldn't resist the sultry seductress, even though he knew she had him confused with his brother, Carl. <<less

Juliana Alden has lived her entire life just as her mother wanted. When Juliana finds out that her marriage to Wallace is another one of... more>> her mother's business transactions, she does the unthinkable—she buys the pop star Rex Tanner at a charity bachelor auction! For one month, she gets Rex Tanner, and Juliana's plan is to experience passion in a way she's never experienced before! To Juliana's dismay, Rex shuns all of her advances. Why does this notorious playboy refuse to have anything to do with her? <<less