New Releases by Elisabeth Naughton

ZAGREUS—Dark, depraved, cursed. In every way the Prince of Darkness. Until he found her. She was his salvation. His sanity. His strength. The only constant in his immortal life. Even when fate ripped her from his arms, he always found her again. But five hundred years has passed since her last death, and with no sign and no guarantee she''ll be sent back, the darkness inside him is swirling out of control. Then fate drops a female in his path. One with violet eyes he''s sure he''s looked into millions of times across multiple lives. Talisa may be the daughter of the Eternal Guardians'' leader, but Zagreus is convinced she''s the missing half of his tattered soul. He doesn''t care that she doesn''t remember him. He''ll never let her deny that wicked-hot connection still sizzling between them. This time, Zagreus is willing to risk everything—his present, his future, his destiny, even war—to keep her. Because this time, even if he has to hold her as his prisoner for all eternity, he won''t lose her again. Books in the Eternal Guardians Series: MARKED - Book 1 ENTWINED - Book 2 TEMPTED - Book 3 ENRAPTURED - Book 4 ENSLAVED - Book 5 BOUND - Book 6 TWISTED - Book 7 RAVAGED - Novella AWAKENED - Book 8 UNCHAINED - Novella HUNTED - Novella ENSNARED - Novella WICKED - Book 9 **All the books in the Eternal Guardians series can be read as stand-alone titles.**

The prequel to the New York Times bestselling novel, WAIT FOR ME... When Ryan Harrison met Annie Mathews, he didn’t expect his life to be turned upside down. One smile from her, though, one touch of her silky lips, and every one of his priorities was realigned. For the past three years, Ryan has juggled his growing career in the pharmaceutical industry with Annie finishing school. He’s even managed to pretend their love affair is light and casual so as not to spook her. But now, on the verge of her college graduation, Ryan’s ready to step things up. Especially with the job offer he just received. The only problem is…Ryan has no idea if Annie feels the same. And if it turns out this has all just been a college fling and she doesn’t want to go with him, he has no idea what he’ll do next. They say every epic love story begins somewhere. Sometimes, no matter how hard you try to hold to that love, it crashes and burns… Books in the Against All Odds Series: WAIT FOR YOU - Book 1 WAIT FOR ME - Book 2 HOLD ON TO ME - Book 3 MELT FOR ME - Book 4

From New York Times Bestselling Author Elisabeth Naughton, a dangerous story in her Aegis Series ufeffOne chance encounter… He’s been watching her—from the slopes, in the restaurant—and now he’s here, in the dimly lit bar of the swanky Vail resort, pretending not to notice her from across the crowded room. Songwriter Grace Ryder has never liked the spotlight, but her skin tingles whenever his mysteriously sexy gaze drifts her way. His muscular body may be built for danger, but those tempting lips scream sweet relief. Only one night will prove whether he’s safety or sin. …could just get her killed. Aegis operative Brian Walker’s orders are clear: observe, but don’t touch. Grace Ryder is off limits in every way possible. Things change, though, the moment the leggy brunette makes him an offer he can’t refuse. Desire leads to seduction and one night that will test both Brian’s personal and professional limits. And though his cravings win out, the cost could be more than he’s ready to accept. Because lurking in the shadows, someone''s waiting for the moment to strike, and if Brian’s not careful, his obsession for a woman he never should have touched could get them both killed. **Note: This book was previously published as Sinful Surrender by Elisabeth Naughton

From NYT Bestselling Author Elisabeth Naughton, a deadly story in her Aegis series. A film that could make her career… America’s sweetheart, Avery Scott, is up for the biggest role of her life, one with Oscar potential. When her girl-next-door fame prevents Avery from doing the in-depth research for the sensual role herself, her assistant insists on traveling to an exclusive couples resort to handle the job. But when her friend goes missing, Avery’s focus shifts from landing the role of a lifetime to finding out what happened on the sultry Caribbean island. A weekend that could just get her killed... Avery contacts Aegis Security and hires one of their elite operatives to accompany her to the resort. She just doesn’t expect to get former undercover FBI agent Cade Blackwell—the man who ripped out her teenage heart twelve years before. Avery’s a good actress. With a little work and a convincing disguise, she’s confident she can fool the staff at the resort that they''re a real couple. The question is…can she fool Cade? Because one weekend at the sexiest resort in the world with the only man she’s ever loved won''t just put her heart on the line. If she’s not careful, she could lose her life in the process. **Note: this book was previously published as First Exposure.

New York Times Bestseller, USA Today Bestseller, Wall Street Journal Bestseller, Digital Book World Bestseller & IndieReader Bestseller! A woman without a past… After a tragic accident left her with no memory, Kate Alexander struggled to fit in with a husband and world that didn’t feel right. She’s had no reason to question what friends and family have told her, not until her husband is suddenly killed and she finds a photo of a young girl in his office. A girl who can’t be anyone but a daughter Kate didn’t know she had. A man desperate for a reason to live… Ryan Harrison lost his wife in a plane crash five years ago. To cope with the pain of her loss, he dedicated himself to his job and to raising their daughter. Now a successful pharmaceutical executive, Ryan has everything a man could want—money, fame and power—but he’d give it all up in a heartbeat for just one more day with the woman he still loves. Two lives about to converge. As Kate begins to dig into a past she doesn’t remember, evidence leads her to San Francisco and puts her on the path toward Ryan, a man who sees in her the woman he loved and lost. Kate feels a draw to Ryan, one she can’t explain, but is that feeling enough to convince her this is where she’s supposed to be? As Ryan and Kate search for answers, they uncover lies long buried, a passion hotter than either expected and a danger that threatens…even now…when the second chance they’ve both been searching for is finally within reach. **2013 Bookie Award Winner - Best ebook Novel of the Year! **2012 Readers'' Crown Awards Nominee - Best Romantic Suspense! Books in the Against All Odds Series: WAIT FOR YOU - Book 1 WAIT FOR ME - Book 2 HOLD ON TO ME - Book 3 MELT FOR ME - Book 4

From the New York Times bestselling author who brought you WAIT FOR ME comes the next emotional love story in Elisabeth Naughton''s Against All Odds series... He thinks he’s finally found the one. Mitch Mathews never believed in love—at least not the happily-ever-after kind. Then he met Simone Conners. One night with the sexy lawyer made him reevaluate his priorities and look toward a future he never planned. The only hang-up is making her see it too. She’s almost ready for a second chance. What started out as a casual hook-up with a rugged geologist has turned into something a whole lot more. Simone’s on the verge of handing over her heart, but fear over what Mitch will say and do when he discovers who she used to be holds her back. The past could destroy their future… Just when Simone’s ready to take a chance on forever with Mitch, her secrets catch up with her. Suddenly it’s not just her life on the line, it’s his too. Forced into hiding, Mitch demands answers, and Simone realizes the only way to protect everything she holds dear is to delve into a past she’s spent years trying to forget. As they search for the truth, they discover secrets, lies, and a rekindled passion that burns hotter than before. But they also uncover a conspiracy that threatens the very fabric of society. One that could cost them more than just their future…it could cost them both their lives. Books in the Against All Odds Series: WAIT FOR YOU - Book 1 WAIT FOR ME - Book 2 HOLD ON TO ME - Book 3 MELT FOR ME - Book 4

From New York Times Bestselling Author Elisabeth Naughton, the first story in a series about brotherhood, survival and unexpected love in a world filled with magic and betrayal. Careful what you wish for… Sentenced as a pleasure slave, Djinn Prince Tariq of the Marid tribe has but one duty: travel into the human realm and corrupt souls by granting wishes to the women who possess the Firebrand opal, a gemstone of magical power. Ten years of imprisonment have left Tariq bitter, but to save his brothers’ lives, he’ll submit to his endless personal hell, even if it means giving up his own hope for freedom. When Mira Dawson obtains the Firebrand opal, she’s sure the rumors about its magical qualities must be fiction. Until, that is, she touches the stone and a dark and dangerous warrior appears in her living room, offering to pleasure her beyond her wildest dreams. Soon, fantasy becomes a temptation she can’t deny. The only question left is…will the pleasure be worth the price? Because as Mira’s been warned, nothing…not even fantasies…are free.

Three djinn warriors. One power-hungry sorceress. The battle for good and evil has taken a whole new turn… From New York Times Bestselling Author Elisabeth Naughton, the second book in a series about brotherhood, survival and unexpected love in a world filled with magic and betrayal. Hope is a dangerous thing... Enslaved by his enemies and forced to fight in the pits of Jahannam for their depraved entertainment, Nasir, the once-proud Marid warrior and djinn prince, has become a killer. One celebrated and feared at the same time. Even he doesn’t remember who he used to be, nor does he care, until hope enters his cell in the form of an alluring woman who may be the key to his salvation. Sold into slavery, Kavin must prove her worth. If she can survive one night in the arms of a killer, her life will be one of luxury—albeit as a concubine, forced to serve her lascivious master. Sickened by the thought, she knows it’s better than death, and where she once dreamed of freedom, now all she wants is to stay alive. But when the gladiator refuses to touch her, her only hope for survival is seduction.

Three djinn warriors. One power-hungry sorceress. The battle for good and evil has taken a whole new turn… From New York Times Bestselling Author Elisabeth Naughton, the final story in a series about brotherhood, survival and unexpected love in a world filled with magic and betrayal. Even desire comes at a price… Imprisonment has taught Ashur, the youngest djinn prince enslaved by a power-hungry sorceress, one thing: life as a pleasure slave has its rewards…if you play by the rules. He’s been tortured. He’s nearly died protecting a tribe that’s forsaken him. But he’s also seen life on the other side as an obedient slave. For a shot at revenge against the brothers who abandoned him, he’s willing to serve his master, even if it means using passion to corrupt the souls she needs to fuel her immortality. His first assignment, however, turns out to be more than just a woman in need of a little pleasure. Claire is an angel, and angels have the ability to steal djinn powers. No amount of vengeance—not even a ravenous desire he can’t seem to control—is worth the loss of his powers. And there’s no way he’s tangling with a celestial being. Unless, of course, she tangles with him first…

There’s just one cardinal rule when it comes to being a bodyguard: no matter how tempting it may be, never, ever get romantically involved with the person you’re supposed to be protecting. Aegis Security specialist Finn Tierney’s new gig is nothing short of perfect. Too bad he can’t stand it. Hired to protect supermodel Lauren Kauffman during her very public, very sexy photo shoot on the beach, Finn’s itching for a serious assignment and the chance to get away from the hot bod who’s set her sights set on him. Their mutual attraction has been brewing for some time, but he’s got no use for the super wealthy and isn’t about to become another diva’s boy toy. Finn’s no-fun-at-work motto might get him booted out of Lauren’s bed, but when danger strikes, she won’t be able to shake him. And when Finn discovers things aren’t what they seem and that Lauren’’s more than a pretty face and smokin’ body, all bets are off. Lauren Kauffman’s about to take Finn for a ride he never saw coming. And there’s no telling who will survive. Even the most important rules sometimes have to be broken… (**Note: Previously published as Acapulco Heat in the Bodyguards in Bed Anthology.**)

GRYPHON — Honorable, loyal, dependable…tainted. He was the ultimate warrior before imprisonment changed him in ways he can’t ignore. Come to me. You can’t resist. The voice calls to him, but Gryphon will not allow himself to be ruled by the insidious whispers in his head. There’s one way to stop them: kill the evil being who enslaved him. With so much darkness inside, though, he can’t be sure what’s real anymore. Even the Eternal Guardians, those who protect the human realm, want to exile him. They’re not sure he can be trusted. Finding Maelea is like a miracle. Somehow, he doesn’t feel the dark pull when she’s near. He’s determined to keep her as near as possible, whether she wants him close or not. But proximity spurs temptation. A temptation that will test every bit of control he has left. One that may ultimately have the power to send him back to his imprisonment or free him from his chains for good. *** All the Eternal Guardians books can be read in order or as stand-alone stories. MARKED - Book 1 ENTWINED - Book 2 TEMPTED - Book 3 ENRAPTURED - Book 4 ENSLAVED - Book 5 BOUND - Book 6 TWISTED - Book 7 RAVAGED - Novella, Book 7.5 AWAKENED - Book 8 UNCHAINED - Novella, Book 8.25 HUNTED - Novella, Book 8.5 ENSNARED - Novella, Book 8.75 and coming soon... WICKED - Book 9

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors Joanna Wylde, Jennifer Probst, Elisabeth Naughton, and Carrie Ann Ryan. Four Dark Tales. Four Sensual Stories. Four Page Turners. ROME’S CHANCE: A Reapers MC Novella by Joanna Wylde Rome McGuire knew he was in trouble the first time he saw her. She was sweet and pretty and just about perfect in every way. Randi Whittaker was also too young and innocent for the Reapers Motorcycle Club. He did the right thing, and walked away. The second time, he couldn’t resist tasting her. Walking away wasn’t so easy that time, but her family needed her and he had a job to do. When she came around a third time, he’d had enough. Randi had been given two chances to escape, and now it was time for Rome to take his. THE MARRIAGE ARRANGEMENT: A Marriage to a Billionaire Novella by Jennifer Probst Caterina Victoria Windsor fled her family winery after a humiliating broken engagement, and spent the past year in Italy rebuilding her world. But when Ripley Savage shows up with a plan to bring her back home, and an outrageous demand for her to marry him, she has no choice but to return to face her past. But when simple attraction begins to run deeper, Cat has to decide if she’s strong enough to trust again…and strong enough to stay… SURRENDER: A House of Sin Novella by Elisabeth Naughton The leaders of my House want her dead. The men I’ve secretly aligned myself with want her punished for screwing up their coup. I’ve been sent by both to deal with her, but one look at the feisty redhead and I’ve got plans of my own. Before I carry out anyone else’s orders, she’s going to give me what I want. And only when I’m satisfied will I decide if she lives or dies. Depending, of course, on just how easily she surrenders... INKED NIGHTS: A Montgomery Ink Novella by Carrie Ann Ryan Tattoo artist, Derek Hawkins knows the rules: One night a month. No last names. No promises. Olivia Madison has her own rules: Don’t fall in love. No commitment. Never tell Derek the truth. When their worlds crash into each other however, Derek and Olivia will have to face what they fought to ignore as well as the connection they tried to forget. Every Dark Nights tale is breathtakingly sexy and magically romantic.

ORPHEUS — To most he’s an enigma, a devil-may-care rogue who does whatever he pleases whenever he wants. Now this loose cannon is part of the Eternal Guardiansu00ad—elite warriors assigned to protect the human realm—whether he likes it or not. Orpheus has but one goal: to locate a magical medallion with supernatural powers. He’s just not expecting a woman to get in the way, especially not a Siren as gorgeous as Skyla. Unable to resist her, the two become unlikely allies. He simply has no idea she’s an assassin sent to seduce, entrap, then ultimately destroy him. Yet Skyla herself might have the most to lose. There’s a reason Orpheus feels so familiar, a reason her body seems to crave him. Perhaps he’s not the man everyone thinks… Then again…maybe he’s exactly that man. The truth could reveal a deadly secret as old as the Eternal Guardians themselves. *** All books in the Eternal Guardians series can be read in order or as stand-alones: MARKED - Book 1 ENTWINED - Book 2 TEMPTED - Book 3 ENRAPTURED - Book 4 ENSLAVED - Book 5 BOUND - Book 6 TWISTED - Book 7 RAVAGED - Novella, Book 7.5 AWAKENED - Book 8 UNCHAINED - Novella, Book 8.25 HUNTED - Novella, Book 8.5 ENSNARED - Novella, Book 8.75 and coming soon... WICKED - Book 9

DEMETRIUS — He’s the hulking, brooding warrior his fellow Guardians avoid. Too dark. Too damaged. And given his heritage, he knows it’s best to keep everyone at arm’s length. Isadora is missing. The words pound through his head like a frantic drumbeat. For her own protection, Demetrius did all he could to avoid the fragile princess. Now she’s gone—kidnapped. To get her back, he’ll have to go to the black place in his soul he’s always shunned. As daemons ravage the human realm and his loyalty to the Guardians is put to the ultimate test, Demetrius realizes that Isadora is stronger than anyone thought. And finally letting her into his heart may be the only way to save them both. *** All books in the Eternal Guardians series can be read in order or as stand-alones: MARKED - Book 1 ENTWINED - Book 2 TEMPTED - Book 3 ENRAPTURED - Book 4 ENSLAVED - Book 5 BOUND - Book 6 TWISTED - Book 7 RAVAGED - Novella, Book 7.5 AWAKENED - Book 8 UNCHAINED - Novella, Book 8.25 HUNTED - Novella, Book 8.5 ENSNARED - Novella, Book 8.75 and coming soon... WICKED - Book 9

SERIA „CĂSĂTORII NEAȘTEPTATE“ Blake Harrison este un om de afaceri de mare succes, frumos, bogat și absolut fermecător. În plus, este și moștenitorul unui titlu nobiliar în Anglia… și nevoit să-și găsească o soție în cel mai scurt timp posibil. Apelează prin urmare la Sam Elliot, patronul unei serioase agenții matrimoniale – doar că în locul bărbatului pe care se aștepta să-l întâlnească, se trezește în prezența unei femei frumoase și foarte hotărâte, cu o voce numai bună de numerele cu 8989. Samantha Elliot conduce cu mână de fier agenția matrimonială, fără măcar a-i trece prin cap să intre ea însăși în rândul femeilor căsătorite…. asta până când Blake îi oferă zece milioane de dolari pentru a fi soția lui timp de un an. Iar propunerea lui nu are nimic indecent. Tot ce va trebui să facă Samantha va fi să se comporte firesc – dar fără a se lăsa cuprinsă în mrejele lui. Doar că socoteala de acasă rareori se potrivește cu cea din târg și nici unul dintre ei nu reușește să reziste farmecului celuilalt. Și deși contractul dintre ei se dovedește că va vindeca trecutul și va rezolva prezentul, le va aduce oare și un viitor? Bestseller USA Today, Bestseller Wall Street Journal Catherine Bybee a debutat în 2009, iar romanele ei au ajuns rapid în topurile Wall Street Journal, New York Times, USA Today și Amazon. Seriile ei au fost traduse în peste 20 de limbi și vândute în mai mult de 6 milioane de exemplare.

SERIA „CASA PĂCATELOR“ Unele uși sunt făcute să rămână închise... Am făcut o greșeală fatală. Nu ar fi trebuit să privesc vreodată în spatele ușii care ducea în lumea lui interzisă. Dar am făcut-o, iar acum sunt prizonieră. Prinsă în capcană de bărbatul pe care credeam că îl iubesc. Bărbatul în care, cu nesăbuință, am avut încredere. Bărbatul după care, în ciuda minciunilor și a înșelătoriilor, continui să tânjesc. Doar el îmi poate topi voința cu o singură șoaptă aspră, mă poate face să mă abandonez dorinței pe care o trezește în mine cu atâta ușurință. Și totuși, dacă vreau să supraviețuiesc, trebuie să găsesc o cale de scăpare. Fiindcă altfel, mi-e teamă că voi fi consumată de lumea lui întunecată care, în cele din urmă, știu că mă va distruge. Și voi fi pentru totdeauna pierdută în primejdioasa Casă a Păcatelor... „Un roman plin de emoții dure și tulburătoare! Naughton țese o poveste în care dorința, răzbunarea și loialitatea împărțită se împletesc perfect.“ USA Today ELISABETH NAUGHTON a scris peste 30 de romane, trecând cu ușurință prin diverse genuri. Cărțile ei au intrat în topurile New York Times, USA Today și Wall Street Journal, și a câștigat premiul RITA al Asociației Scriitorilor de Romane de Dragoste pentru „Cel mai bun roman de suspans romantic“.

Der schlimmste Albtraum Drei Jahre ist es her, dass Alec McClane und Raegan Deveraux den schlimmsten Albtraum aller Eltern durchleiden mussten: Als Alec seiner einjährigen Tochter Emma nur eine Minute den Rücken zukehrte, war sie plötzlich verschwunden - und ist nie wieder aufgetaucht, und die Polizei hält sie für tot. Angesichts dieses entsetzlichen Schicksalsschlags ging auch ihrer beider Ehe in die Brüche. Als jetzt eine Vierjährige auftaucht, die auf Emmas Beschreibung passt, keimt Hoffnung auf - reißen bei Alec und Rae alte Wunden wieder auf. Aber auch längst vergessen geglaubte Gefühle kehren heimlich zurück. Als Raegan dann auch noch die Ermittlungen in die eigenen Hände nimmt, entdeckt sie schon bald ein Muster. Sind sie und Alec etwas viel Düsterem auf der Spur? Die beiden beginnen, die Wahrheit immer weiter offen zu legen - und müssen erkennen, dass sie sich gegenseitig brauchen. Mehr denn je zuvor ... "Elisabeth Naughton erschafft Geschichten, die unwiderstehlich, spannend und definitiv unvorhersehbar sind! Ein absolutes Muss!" The Coffeeholic Bookworm Sexy und spannend - Band 2 der Deadly-Secrets-Reihe

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Elisabeth Naughton comes a new story in her House of Sin series… The leaders of my House want her dead. The men I’ve secretly aligned myself with want her punished for screwing up their coup. I’ve been sent by both to deal with her, but one look at the feisty redhead and I’ve got plans of my own. Before I carry out anyone else’s orders, she’s going to give me what I want. And only when I’m satisfied will I decide if she lives or dies. Depending, of course, on just how easily she surrenders... **Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you''ll enjoy each one as much as we do.**

Nick – Leader of the half-breeds and the last true hero. He’s spent his life fighting a dark pull. One he now knows is linked to his father and ultimate evil. But Nick’s hidden powers are coveted by more than just his father. Imprisoned by his enemies, Nick battles every form of torture imaginable as they try to break him. Only one thing is keeping him sane. One woman who gives him the strength to fight the relentless darkness. She has a dangerous plan of her own, though, and as Nick’s powers grow stronger, even she might not be enough to alter his destiny. As the fate of the world hangs in the balance, Nick’s allegiances are tested. And no one knows whether he will choose to fight for good or succumb to the sinister lure of evil. Not even him. *** All books in the Eternal Guardians series can be read in order or as stand-alones: MARKED - Book 1 ENTWINED - Book 2 TEMPTED - Book 3 ENRAPTURED - Book 4 ENSLAVED - Book 5 BOUND - Book 6 TWISTED - Book 7 RAVAGED - Novella, Book 7.5 AWAKENED - Book 8 UNCHAINED - Novella, Book 8.25 HUNTED - Novella, Book 8.5 ENSNARED - Novella, Book 8.75 and coming soon... WICKED - Book 9

ZANDER — The most feared of all the Eternal Guardians. It’s rumored he can’t be killed, and he always fights like he has nothing to lose. But even he has to have a vulnerability… somewhere. Forces of daemons are gathering and have broken through the barriers of the mortal realm. Now more than ever the Eternal Guardians are needed to protect both their own world and the human realm. Zander can’t afford to think about what might have been with the bewitching physician he once regarded as his soul mate. But with eternity stretching before him, he also can’t fathom spending his life without the one woman who makes him feel most alive. Perhaps he’s found his weakness, after all… *** All books in the Eternal Guardians series can be read in order or as stand-alones: MARKED - Book 1 ENTWINED - Book 2 TEMPTED - Book 3 ENRAPTURED - Book 4 ENSLAVED - Book 5 BOUND - Book 6 TWISTED - Book 7 RAVAGED - Novella, Book 7.5 AWAKENED - Book 8 UNCHAINED - Novella, Book 8.25 HUNTED - Novella, Book 8.5 ENSNARED - Novella, Book 8.75 and coming soon... WICKED - Book 9

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors Jennifer Probst, Tessa Bailey, Elisabeth Naughton, and Laura Kaye. Four Dark Tales. FOurSensual Stories. Four Page Turners.SOMEHOW, SOME WAY: A Billionaire Builders Novella by Jennifer ProbstTOO CLOSE TO CALL: A Romancing the Clarksons Novella by Tessa BaileyHUNTED: An Eternal Guardians Novella by Elisabeth NaughtonEYES ON YOU: A Blasphemy Novella by Laura Kaye Every Dark Nights tale is breathtakingly sexy and magically romantic.