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!
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!
Ellie recently broke up with her boyfriend, who's also her colleague, and the upcoming company party has become a thorn in her side. It will be embarrassing whether she attends or not. She'd love to find the perfect man to escort her-someone who has power and fame and is also tall and handsome... And that wish is easily realized. Her brother, Toby, has brought his boss, Patrick, her Prince Charming, to escort her to the party. Although he's the man of many women's dreams, Ellie simply can't go along with it because there's a secret between Ellie and Patrick-one she can't even tell her own brother!
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.
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!
Bashful Violet is twenty-five and still a virgin. Afflicted by acne in her school days, she now stays far away from men, convinced that love is still impossible for her. But she's about to be surprised out of her rut when fortune comes calling at a New Year's Eve party!
When Lizzie's brother goes missing, she tracks him as far as a palatial mansion in Turkey. There she finds Kemal, an evasive and mysterious man. When Lizzie asks him where her brother is, he won't give her a definite answer. But as she persists in her quest, he slowly begins to tell her the true story. Will Lizzie find her brother before Christmas comes and goes?
Life never goes the way Carrie expects, just like her stubborn curly hair. It was Friday the 13th and she was having a bad hair day. Unemployed and looking for a job, Carrie was on her way to an interview when she got into a collision with a luxury car. To make matters worse, the car's handsome driver was also arrogant! And her bad luck didn't stop with the damage to her car-when she arrived at the interview to meet the company president, Carrie is shocked to discover it's the same driver she just ran into!
After adopting her late sister's daughter, Sara was raising her with all the love she could give. One day, a man named Jake moved into the house next door. Despite her attraction to Jake, she was concerned when she discovered that he was the baby's real father. Jake wants to be involved in his daughter's life, but Sara isn't sure how far she should let Jake into their lives...
Maggie has been invited to become the nanny to the prince's children. And, while she has spent her first few days getting used to her new surroundings, she has yet to meet her new employer, who is out of the country on business. One night, while seeking a quiet place to sleep, she comes across an empty bedroom. She takes advantage of it, but her long-lost sweetheart, Tom, joins her in the middle of the night. Tom is the man who broke her heart years ago by marrying another woman after Maggie turned him down. Could it be that Tom is the prince? Is she still dreaming or has her prince finally come to rescue her?
Alice is the secretary of a brilliant yet shrewd man and she is equally brilliant. She deals with Victor's demanding requests in a cool fashion without ever showing any sign of weakness. But she is, in fact, struggling to manage her work. The old mansion Victor plans to acquire next also happens to be the very place where she suffered a devastating heartbreak in her past. And the man who hurt her is still there as the owner of the mansion! Unaware of these circumstances, Victor brings Alice with him to visit the building. Will Alice be able to preserve her professional demeanor when faced with her past?
Having spent her life so far as a wallflower, Bree feels that she will live the rest of her life alone. Her father encourages her to go to a party, which she reluctantly attends. There, she is introduced to Gavin Spencer, a handsome and ambitious advertising executive at her father's company. Surprisingly, Gavin asks her to dance and they get along perfectly all night. Shortly after, Bree and Gavin begin a wonderful relationship. But soon some news comes into light that makes Bree doubt her newfound happiness. Could Bree's love life really be too good to be true?
Tallie is always trying to help others and getting into trouble for it. But those she saves are grateful to her and almost everyone in town likes her. Peyton is a competent lawyer who has known Tallie since she was little. He calls her a pest but has never stopped looking out for her. That must end. Peyton is from a distinguished family and he's planning to run for governor. Tallie can't cause him any more trouble. But can she give him up when she's been in love with him ever since she was sixteen?
The beautiful Princess Gabrielle is appalled to find out she's been married off without her consent. Her partner is the ruthless and rich businessman Luc Garnier, who stops at nothing to trap his quarry. But on the day of their marriage, upon seeing her husband, she feels an unknown sensation flow through her for the first time. She knows that the marriage has a large sum of money attached to it, and that love isn't part of the bargain, but she still suspects there might be something more! And despite viewing Gabrielle only as prey, unexpected feelings are budding within Luc, too.
The wedding dress has been perfectly made-it's a lace-trimmed satin dream custom ordered to match the dress that an adorable house mouse wears in Lisa's favorite book. Fran is going to wear the dress and become Litrik's bride-well, she is going to become Lisa's mother. After all, the marriage is for Lisa's sake. So, to please Lisa, Fran will wear the mouse's wedding dress. Fran is ready to become six-year-old Lisa's mother and to make the rest of her life happier than ever. So even if she isn't marrying a man who adores her, she is still marrying for love...
Claire Thorpe was enjoying a peaceful London life until one day, on a business trip to the Middle East, she unexpectedly bumped into her estranged husband, Nick. Nick, a star journalist at a British TV station, devotes his life to covering stories in the world's most dangerous hot spots. Claire left him when she could no longer stand the stress of always waiting for him to return home safely, and it's now just one more year until she can file for divorce. But here they are, reunited in the most unexpected place-she can't believe it... And despite Claire's efforts to avoid him and keep her life on track, Nick won't stop reminding her that she's still his wife and pressuring her to come back to him. She thinks she knows what's best for her, but her traitorous body has other ideas!
While working part-time in a high-end department store in London during the Christmas season, Cassie recommends some candles to an especially gorgeous customer, who then buys half a dozen of them. When the man, Giancarlo, invites her to dinner, she turns him down. When he forgets to take his candles with him, she ends up delivering them herself. But when she arrives, a romantic dinner with a sexy man awaits her. Could there be any harm in sitting down at the table?
Alex, the CEO of a large corporation, has fallen in love at first sight with the illustrious Olivia. With his father threatening to sell the company if he does not marry within six months, he is delighted that the ideal woman has appeared. Olivia's heart is set aflutter at the sight of Alex, but she worries that fraternizing with such a dangerous man is like playing with fire. So what is she to think when Alex asks her to marry him at the end of their dinner?
In order to save her beloved family, Estelle decides to take up an audacious job. She is to accompany a politician to a party and play the part of his mistress. Dressed up in an elegant dress, she catches the eye of billionaire and notorious playboy Raul, who suddenly asks her to marry him. Knowing he could have any woman he wants, she responds with an icy stare. It turns out he's just looking for a short-term marriage with no emotional involvement, and he's willing to pay her handsomely for her trouble. Estelle, desperately in need of the money, has no choice but to accept...
The beautiful Princess Gabrielle is appalled to find out she's been married off without her consent. Her partner is the ruthless and rich businessman Luc Garnier, who stops at nothing to trap his quarry. But on the day of their marriage, upon seeing her husband, she feels an unknown sensation flow through her for the first time. She knows that the marriage has a large sum of money attached to it, and that love isn't part of the bargain, but she still suspects there might be something more! And despite viewing Gabrielle only as prey, unexpected feelings are budding within Luc, too.
One day, Rachel's friend tells her about her husband's affair. In that instant, Rachel's whole world crumbles around her. She married when she was seventeen years old and believed she had the perfect life with a handsome husband who loved her and their three beautiful kids. Her husband, Daniel, is a busy CEO, so Rachel never thought twice before about his staying out late for work, but was she just being naive? Thinking there's been some kind of mistake, she asks Daniel about it when he gets home, and he doesn't even try to deny her allegations!
When actress Blair visits a ranch in Wyoming, she meets cowboy Dillon. When Blair asks him to train her for her next role as a rancher, Dillon doesn't look interested-he has a dark past and pain written on his face. But Blair doesn't mind his scar at all-she finds herself falling for Dillon, who continues to keep his heart shut...no matter how drawn to her he may be.
Bestselling novelist Drake Daniels's private life is shrouded in secrecy, to the point that his editors can only reach him by email. Kate, one of his fans, happened to hit it off with him at his launch party and they spent a passionate night together. Since then, Kate had been waiting for him to call her, but when she realized that she was carrying a new life inside of her, she decided to track him down. But she doesn't find just Drake-he's with a beautiful woman...and he's cruelly kicked her out of his home!
It was a mistake for a young girl from nowhere to marry a man of immense wealth. Nineteen-year-old Marisa suddenly found herself attracting the attention of Gabriel, a gorgeous CEO. Gabriel passionately pursued her and asked her to marry him. Marisa was hesitant to accept his love because he was from a totally different world, but just looking into his eyes made her feel so happy that she succumbed to his charms. But her new husband is distant and Marisa feels isolated. Eventually, loneliness and despair drive Marisa to run away from Gabriel. And it's only then that she learns a new life is growing inside her!
When Lydia goes in for a job interview, she finds that the CEO of the company is a breathtakingly handsome man named Wolf, but he's also a patriarchal tyrant. She doesn't want to work for a guy like that, but when she sees the salary he's offering, she can't refuse. After all, she needs the money for her daughter's sake! Wolf needs a secretary who can work like a machine and will under no circumstances fall in love with him. Given that Lydia's married, she seems to be qualified...as long as she can keep one big secret from him!
Ginny's father collapsed and now she must manage the company while he's ill. But she's only just graduated college and the task is proving too much for her! After she makes a serious blunder, one of her customers, a gorgeous Greek man, comes to talk to her, furious. He says that he's a friend of her father's and he wants to discuss business over dinner. She's afraid that if she turns him down, he'll stop doing business with them, so she accepts his invitation for her father's sake. But Ginny finds herself swept away by his clever advances, and before she knows it, she's kissing him!