Two years ago, Rachel happened to walk in on her husband, Ben, and their babysitter in bed together. And Ben had the temerity to claim he hadn't cheated on her! Since then, they've been living separately, but now Rachel's boyfriend has asked her to move in together. It seems like it's time for Rachel to move on, so she asked Ben for a divorce. She wants to marry Simon and settle down for the sake of her young daughter, but Ben's refusing her request!
Intelligent, unflappable Brianna was secretary to Sakis, the Greek shipping tycoon. After being abandoned by her mother, betrayed by her lover and sent to prison, she'd changed her name and vowed never to open her heart to anyone again. Not even her boss, despite her feelings for him. Then a company tanker got in an accident and the two of them ended up flying to the Republic of the Congo. But with only one room left in the hotel, they'll have to share it!
A year ago, Lena made love to Spanish millionaire Alejandro, who promptly left her. She decided to take care of their son, Miguel, all by herself. But then Alejandro suddenly shows up and tries to take her baby away. She resists, but he says she had no choice but to marry him if she wants to keep the child. He takes her to a large castle atop a hill in Spain, but Lena still isn't sure what's prompted his sudden proposal.
Princess Marisa of Bengaria recently lost her twin brother. Enveloped by a huge sense of loss, she decides to take a trip to Brazil. There she meets international businessman Damaso. His eyes seem able to sense Marisa's lonely solitude. Her attraction to him leads them to spend a passionate night together, but he walks out on her the next morning. One month later the newly pregnant Marisa finds Damaso before her yet again, insisting that they get married. What is he talking about? After cruelly abandoning her one month ago, he wants to get married?
Jess has lost her beloved job because of one person from the new owner's company-the store that was so important to her has been destroyed on the recommendation of someone sitting behind a desk! To make matters worse, her boyfriend suddenly dumps her, making her feel downright miserable. With no other choice, she starts helping her father out at his chauffeur service, and then one day she is given a great chance-three days of work, one thousand dollars a day. And the client is none other than the CEO of the company that got her fired! Might she be able to convince him to let her go back to her old job? He doesn't seem like a very agreeable person...but she must try.
After a tragic carriage accident, Iain retreated from society for four years. Meanwhile, his childhood friend Julia grew into a beautiful young lady of the aristocracy. Just seeing her again makes Iain's heart pound! After narrowly surviving the accident, Iain lost both his smile and the zest he once had for life. But when the two of them kiss under the mistletoe, Julia feels all the passion that he'd been hiding... That kiss set her heart on fire! She'll do anything to keep from losing him again.
Ever since Alix was small, she's had a crush on Rhys, a boy ten years her elder. Now, at twenty years old, her thoughts still run wild with dreams of marrying him... So when, after years spurning her advances, Rhys proposes to her, Alix accepts, overjoyed that her childhood dream has at last come true. But Rhys continues to put work first-he won't even set the wedding date. Alix begins to wonder if Rhys even loves her...and that's when she hears a rumor she can hardly believe: the construction conglomerate where Rhys works will only consider employees for executive positions if they're married...and that's the only reason he's proposed to her!
Teddy wasn't too heartbroken after her cruel father died. But he's left her one last command. If she doesn't marry multimillionaire Alejandro Valquez within a month, she'll be left homeless and penniless. Hoping that Alejandro will turn her down, she purposefully dresses in shabby clothes when she meets him. There's no way that the coldhearted playboy will make her his bride! However, Alejandro agrees to the wedding and attempts to seduce her in order to get his hands on her family's land. So, in order to save the nanny and gardener who raised her like their own family, Teddy agrees to a six-month-long paper marriage!
To provide for her younger sister, Francesca works for a wealthy woman as a live-in secretary and housekeeper. However, the job title doesn't begin to cover what the job actually entails, and the lady of the house is a callous woman who exploits Francesca's desperation. One day world-renowned heart specialist Professor Renier Pitt-Colwyn comes to the manor. Although Francesca and the professor are already acquainted, he pretends not to know her. It would seem the upper class are too good to speak to lowly servants such as herself!
Zoe frowned at Aaron upon seeing his rude behavior at her sister's wedding. Did he think he could do anything at all just because he's a multimillionaire? Zoe tried to teach Aaron a lesson, but she ultimately lost herself to his charm and ended up in his bed! It was supposed to be just another memory until she realized she was pregnant. When Aaron learned about it, he asked Zoe to give up their baby. Shocked at the suggestion, Zoe left...but Aaron decided to follow her.
I was the one who brought him misfortune. But I love him still.Before becoming a singer, Aiesha's life was filled with misfortune. Then she was saved by a wealthy woman named Louise. They were forced to sever their relationship because of Louise's adulterous husband, but Aiesha is now back in Louise's mansion. Just when things are going well, though, Aiesha is reunited with James, Louise's businessman son, and he hates Aiesha as he blames her for destroying his family. But when he lays eyes on her, he can't look away. He thought she was just an attractive enchantress, but behind her beautiful eyes he sees a glimpse of a thoughtful person he can't resist.
Rose flew to Firenze upon receiving a call for help from her close friend. But it was not her friend who welcomed her when she arrived-it was Dante, an attractive and sexy businessman. The two had fallen in love four years ago and spent a night in each other's arms. Rose was alone when she woke up the following morning, and not long afterward, Dante married his fiancee. So Dante was a playboy. There's no way Rose can tell the truth to someone like him. The truth that a little angel was created that night with Dante, and Rose has decided to keep it a secret.
At the auction hall, Christine frowned when she realized who'd won the item she was bidding on. It was Jack Thorne, a man who liked to toy with people! With his wealth and reputation, he could obtain any woman he wanted, so it was strange that he spent his time making fun of Christine. She used to like him, but admitting that to anyone was out of the question. When Jake approached Christine with a mischievous smile, he had to be plotting something. And sure enough, he offered her the item she was bidding on, but only if she entertained his outrageous request...
With the death of her grandfather, young heiress Stacey fell victim to embezzlement, lost her entire fortune and is now on the verge of bankruptcy. She was raised like a princess and doesn't know what to do now that she's on her own. So when Oren, a rancher with a big farm, appeared before her, Stacey thought he might be able to help. But in the past, Stacey, frightened of his overwhelming presence, refused his marriage proposals. Is there any way she can bring up the topic of marriage again?
Medieval England-Rosamond's parents are going to marry her off, so she's decided to leave their castle in search of freedom. When she finds herself beset by drunkards instead, a knight named Sir Kynan helps her get rid of them. And for the first time, a man see her for more than just her position as the lord's daughter. He sees her for who she is. The two spend a passionate night together and fall in love. But the next day, Kynan is to participate in a tournament intended to celebrate Rosamond's wedding! Bonus story! Something Borrowed, Something Blue
It's been a while since Arabella saw her first love, Darius, the Duke of Carlyne. He has blond hair and beautiful eyes and is a friend of Arabella's brother. Arabella and Darius used to be close, but on the night of the ball, he was cold and distant. She was wondering why Darius had such a sad look in his eyes when he suddenly kissed her! This nineteenth-century tale is the fourth and last volume about four siblings from the distinguished St. Claire family! Enjoy this high-society love story illustrated by Chieko Hara.
Beth's childhood love had to come to an end, but young Jamie vowed he'd grow up and then he'd come get her. Over ten years later, only half of his promises had been fulfilled. Jamie was a man, a success in Australia, where he grew up to be very powerful. But when a likewise grown-up Beth tries to meet with Jamie, he beds her thinking all the time that she is a just another anonymous gold digger. Traumatized, Beth tries to say goodbye for good, but then Jamie tracks her down and buys her financially troubled family's farm... Just what is Jamie's end game?
After Paige graduates from college, she comes back home to California, where she is stunned by the desolate condition of her family's vineyard. Her father, who managed the vineyard, passed away two months ago. He was deep in debt and died of a heart attack as his accounts were coming due. Paige will have to sell everything, including the vineyard and the house, if she's to clear her father's debt. Then Brad, one of her father's creditors, shows up. This hateful man who ruined her father offers her an unusual proposal. If she marries him for only one year, he will pay off all her debts!
Beth cannot believe her twin sister's request! Laura, Beth's twin, works as a secretary for a man named Marcos. After becoming pregnant from her affair with a fellow company employee, she asks Beth to take her place at work until she gives birth. According to Laura, Marcos is a domineering president who has banned office romance. Unable to turn down her sister's request, Beth nervously goes to work. Her first sighting of Marcos is enough to take her breath away. His untamed sexiness has the power to instantly captivate women. Sexually inexperienced Beth cannot resist his seduction and falls in love with him, all while holding on to her secret...
Jesse King arrived on Bella's turf three months ago. She runs a swimsuit shop and he is buying run-down shops in her town one after another. The other townspeople are thrilled, but Bella has decided to rebel, even if hers ends up being the last shop left. She doesn't like his profit-centered mindset. But there's another reason she doesn't like him-she can't forgive him for forgetting the night they shared three years ago!