New Releases by Jaci Burton

Jenna Riley frôle l''overdose de sport. Ses frères sont des athlètes reconnus et elle gère le bar familial qui accueille essentiellement une clientèle de sportifs - que cela lui plaise ou non. C''est ainsi qu''elle fait la rencontre de Tyler Anderson, champion de hockey. Séduit par Jenna, Tyler devient un habitué du bar et essaie d''en savoir plus sur cette beauté insaisissable. La jeune femme a beau le trouver parfaitement à son goût, elle a juré de ne jamais succomber au charme d''un sportif. Fera-t-elle une exception à la règle ? « À travers cette romance sexy, vous prendrez goût aux charmes d''un sportif de haut niveau ! » RT BOOK Reviews

In the third installment in a new series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton, pro hockey player Tyler Anderson helps Jenna Riley to start living for herself.

Cette rouquine au caractère de feu est bien décidée à aller droit au but ! Carriériste dans l''âme, l''entraîneuse Liz Darnell ne recule devant rien pour réussir. Lorsque le sex-symbol Gavin Riley menace de quitter l''équipe de baseball, elle est prête à tout pour le retenir. Voilà longtemps que le joueur n''est pas insensible au charme de son coach. Quand il apprend que Liz est capable de donner de sa personne pour le garder, Gavin accepte de reconsidérer sa décision. Et si l''amour s''en mêlait ? Voilà une avancée décisive dans le match qui les oppose, dont, avec un peu de chance, ils sortiront vainqueurs tous les deux. À travers cette romance sensuelle, vous prendrez goût aux charmes d''un sportif de haut niveau ! » RT BOOK Reviews

From the New York Times bestselling author of Hope Flames and the hot new Play-by-Play novel, Melting the Ice, comes an all-new novel of small-town romance, second chances, and hope… When a movie crew asks to film on his cattle ranch, Logan McCormack doesn’t expect Desiree Jenkins, the young, sought-after star, to be so open, so down-to-earth, or so intimately interested in him. But the last thing a loner like Logan needs is a distraction like Des, who wouldn’t understand what it’s like to live peacefully off the land. But it’s Logan who doesn’t understand. What Des wants is an escape from paparazzi and gossip columns, and she’s found it at Logan’s ranch. Now it’s up to her to prove that she’s like any other girl looking to be accepted for who she is. And she’s hoping that it’s by this real-life cowboy who has everything it takes—and more—to give her the kind of happily ever after that can’t be found in the movies. “Jaci Burton’s books are always sexy, romantic, and charming! A hot hero, a lovable heroine, and an adorable dog—prepare to fall in love with Jaci Burton’s amazing new small-town romance series.”—Jill Shalvis, New York Times bestselling author

Maîtrise-t-elle vraiment les règles de ce jeu dangereux ? Depuis quelques années, Mick Riley profite pleinement des avantages de sa carrière de footballeur professionnel et passe son temps à collectionner les conquêtes. Jusqu''au jour où il fait la connaissance de Tara Lincoln. Cette jeune mère célibataire a déjà perdu gros au jeu de l''amour et n''a aucune envie de se retrouver sous le feu des projecteurs. Même si leur unique nuit d''amour lui a prouvé que ce sportif de haut niveau savait user de ses atouts sur tous les terrains, elle préfère en rester là. Mais lorsque Mick a décidé de gagner, rien ne l''arrête. Encore moins lorsque l''objet du défi est aussi sexy. À travers cette romance sensuelle, vous prendrez goût aux charmes d''un sportif de haut niveau ! » RT BOOKReviews Editor

A HOPE NOVELLA “Jaci Burton does raw, passionate romance like no other” (Joyfully Reviewed), and the New York Times bestselling author of Hope Ignites and the hot new Play-by-Play novel Straddling the Line proves it again in this novella of second chances… Jane Kline is a struggling divorcee and single mother with a social life on hold. Not only does Jane not have the time to date anyone, she’s not even going to consider making herself vulnerable to another man after being deserted by her husband. That’s why Will Griffin, her ex’s former best friend, takes her totally by surprise. What would such a hot and sexy wild card see in a harried mother juggling two kids and two jobs? For starters, everything Jane no longer sees in herself. As she dares to take the flirtation to the next step, Jane finds herself back where she never wanted to be—falling for another man. Now it’s up to Will to convince Jane that she has everything he wants in a woman, and that the second time around can be the best time of all. Includes previews of Jaci Burton’s new Hope novel Hope Ignites and her new Play-by-Play novel, Straddling the Line Hope Smolders previously appeared in Hot Summer Nights Jaci Burton is a USA Today and New York Times bestselling author of the Hope novels, Hope Ignites and Hope Flames, and the Play-by-Play novels, Straddling the Line, One Sweet Ride, and Thrown by a Curve. She lives in Oklahoma with her husband and dogs. Praise for the novels of Jaci Burton “Sexy, romantic, and charming…prepare to fall in love with Jaci Burton’s amazing new small-town romance series.”—Jill Shalvis, New York Times bestselling author “A wild ride.”—#1 New York Times Bestselling Author Lora Leigh

Romance gets too hot to handle in this Play-by-Play novel from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Everything’s coming together for budding fashion designer Carolina Preston. Only months away from having her own line, she could use some publicity. That’s when her brother suggests his best friend as a model—hockey player Drew Hogan. Carolina and Drew already have a history—a hot one, back in college. Unforgettable for Carolina, but for Drew, just another slap shot. This time, though, it’s different. His perfect body would be for professional use only. This time, she could use him. Drew is all for it. He’s looking forward to the exposure. Plus, it would give him a chance to prove to Carolina that he’s changed. If only he could thaw her emotions, convince her to let down her guard and let him in just one more time...

Melting The Ice is the seventh sizzling novel in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. She wants his body...for professional use only. Budding fashion designer Carolina Preston could use some publicity for her new line and her brother has the perfect model in mind - his best friend, hockey player Drew Hogan - the man who walked out of Carolina''s life after one unforgettable night. Drew is all for it. He''s looking forward to the exposure. Plus, it would give him a chance to prove to Carolina that he''s changed. If only he could thaw the wall of ice between them and convince her to let him in just one more time... Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

Hope Flames is the first in the sexy, heartwarming Hope series from Jaci Burton, New York Times bestselling author of the Play-By-Play series. Perfect for fans of Bella Andre, Jill Shalvis and Nora Roberts. Welcome to Hope, Oklahoma. The small town that''s sure to warm your heart. Full of big hearts, fiery passion and love everlasting... When it comes to love, they already know the rules...by heart. Thirty-two and finally setting up her veterinary practice in the town she once called home, Emma Burnett is on her own and loving it. Independent and driven, she''s not letting any man get in the way of her dreams - not again. That''s fine with Luke McCormack. Divorced and hardly lacking in female company when he needs it, he''s devoted to the only faithful companion in his life - his police dog. Still, there''s something about Emma he can''t shake. When a series of local break-ins leaves Emma vulnerable, she seeks help from the first man to spark her desire in years. And now they''re giving each other something they thought they''d lost forever...hope. For more romance to warm your heart, check out the rest of the Hope series, or look for Jaci''s sexy sports romance series, Play-By-Play, beginning with The Perfect Play.

Playing To Win is the fourth seductive thrill ride in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. Someone''s going to have to let down their guard... Football star Cole Riley is notorious for doing as he pleases - on the field and off. But if he doesn''t clean up his act, his career is over - so Cole reluctantly agrees to work with image makeover consultant Savannah Brooks. He''s not used to being told what to do, especially by some (admittedly hot) southern belle. As for Savannah, she''s not convinced she can transform this cocky (and aggressively sexy) force of nature. But she''s determined to give it her best shot. When the sparks start to fly, Savannah lays down the ground rules: no personal complications. But for two people determined to have it all, a hands-off policy can only last so long before one of them yields. Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

One Sweet Ride is the sixth sizzling, exciting novel in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. To get what you want, you have to move fast. Gray Preston was born into money, but he''s built his racing empire on hard work and muscle. And now that Gray has millions of fans, his senator father sends one of his aides, Evelyn Hill, to elicit Gray''s help in garnering votes for the upcoming national election. The more time Evelyn spends with Gray, the more she wants him. But any desire that threatens to derail the carefully laid plans for her future in politics is a dangerous one. With the passion Gray and Evelyn share running hotter than either imagined, one of them is going to have to compromise, or else run the risk of losing more than their hearts. Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

Someone''s going to have to let down their guard. Football star Cole Riley is notorious for doing as he pleases - on the field and off. He parties hard and fights harder, but if he doesn''t clean up his act, his career is over - so Cole reluctantly agrees to work with image makeover consultant Savannah Brooks. He''s not used to being told what to do, especially by some (admittedly hot) Southern belle. As for Savannah, she''s not convinced she can transform this cocky (and aggressively sexy) force of nature. But she''s determined to give it her best shot.

Jaci Burton - New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the ''must-read'' (Fresh Fiction) Play-By-Play series - gets off the sports field and in to law enforcement with the first in her hot new contemporary romance series, Hope Flames. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. When it comes to love, they already know the rules...by heart. Thirty-two and finally setting up her veterinary practice in the town she once called home, Emma Burnett is on her own and loving it. Independent and driven, she''s not letting any man get in the way of her dreams. Not again. That''s fine with Luke McCormack. Divorced and hardly lacking in female company when he needs it, he''s devoted to the only faithful companion in his life - his police dog. Still, there''s something about Emma he can''t shake. When a series of local break-ins leaves Emma vulnerable, she seeks help from the first man to spark her desire in years. And now they''re giving each other something they thought they''d lost forever...hope. This is a series to warm your heart about second chances at love, first loves reunited, and finding love when and where you least expect it. Check out the next in the series, Hope Ignites, or look for Jaci''s sexy sports romance beginning with The Perfect Play.

Taking A Shot is the passionately sexy third installment in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. If you want to score, you have to get in the game... The last thing Jenna Riley needs is more sports in her life. While her brothers are athletic superstars, she''s stuck running the family''s bar, whether she likes it or not. But when pro hockey stud Tyler Anderson walks in, Jenna''s vow to never fall for a jock - even one as hot as Ty - is put to the test. As Ty gains her trust, the passion between them grows, as does Ty''s insistence that Jenna should start living for herself. With his encouragement, Jenna starts to believe it too. But first she has to figure out what she wants, who she loves, and if she has the passion and pride to take a shot at having it all - including Ty... Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

Changing The Game is the second steamy hot tale in the Play-By-Play series from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. Playing by the rules isn''t for everyone... Win at any cost. That''s always been the mantra of sports agent Liz Darnell. When she carries things too far, she loses a major client in Mick Riley and figures his brother - baseball pro Gavin Riley - will be the next to go. With little left to lose Liz decides to get one taste of the player she''s had a thing for since she first laid on eyes on him. But Gavin has a mind of his own, and Liz soon finds herself agent and lover to the bad boy of baseball. And when love unexpectedly enters the field, neither is ready for the biggest game changer of them all. Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

The Perfect Play is the first in New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton''s ''must-read'' (Fresh Fiction) Play-By-Play series, and an erotic story about love and the games people play from the queen of contemporary sports romance. Perfect for fans of Lori Foster, Maya Banks and Jill Shalvis. Could love throw this all-star off his game? For years Mick Riley has enjoyed the fame, fortune - and girls - that come with being a pro athlete. So he''s surprised to find he wants more than a one-night stand after a steamy and passionate encounter with confident, beautiful Tara Lincoln. Too bad Tara''s not interested in getting to know football''s most notorious playboy any better. As the single mother of a teenage son, the last thing she needs is to be thrust into the spotlight of the jet-set lifestyle of a heartbreaker like Mick Riley. But when Mick sets his mind to win, nothing will stop him. And he has the perfect play in mind... Want more sexy sporting romance? Don''t miss the rest of this steamy series which began with The Perfect Play. And check out Jaci''s gorgeously romantic Hope series beginning with Hope Flames.

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Jaci Burton’s “must-read” (Fresh Fiction) Play-By-Play series now arouses the sexy holiday spirit as a passionate young couple discovers the boundless rewards of pleasure. All Elizabeth and Gavin Riley want for Christmas is a baby. Despite over a year of trying, conception hasn’t been successful. But for a high-achiever like Elizabeth, she must succeed at everything. That means making the very most of every opportunity with her husband. And when it comes to nonstop sex Gavin’s not really complaining. Exhausted, maybe... Unfortunately, this holiday season they’re not exactly given a lot of private time. Elizabeth is hosting the holiday, Gavin’s sister is getting married, and the house is wall-to-wall with family. For Elizabeth and Gavin the nights may be chilly, but the urge is still hot. And they’re not about to let any distraction get in the way of their necessary pleasures during a holiday game that yields so many unexpected surprises. This all-new Play-By-Play novella Includes a preview of Jaci Burton''s upcoming novels Melting the Ice and Hope Flames.

Passions ignite in these all-new stories from four bestselling masters of contemporary romance… In Jaci Burton’s “Hope Smolders,” struggling divorcee Jane has put her personal life on hold to raise her kids—until she runs into Will, her ex’s former best friend, who convinces her it’s time to start having fun again. Carly Phillips takes you back to the town of Serendipity, where overworked Alexa has an instant connection with a sinfully sexy football star on the dance floor. A one-night stand evolves into multiple nights when Luke decides to teach the good doctor about his own brand of fun. But when it’s time for him to leave town, will these “Perfect Strangers” be able to say goodbye for good? In Jessica Clare’s “Legend of Jane,” an intrepid Bloggess catches the eye of local law enforcement when she gets caught trespassing. Luckily, Luanne wouldn’t mind getting handcuffed by Officer Hotness… Single girl Chelsea is tired of feeling like the fifth wheel on her weekend jaunt to Lake Placid, until she gets stuck out in the cold and finds a muscular knight in shining armor to warm her up—in Erin McCarthy’s “Ice Princess.”

Gray Preston was born into money, but he’s built his racing empire on hard work and muscle. And now that Gray has millions of fans, his senator father sends one of his aides, Evelyn Hill, to elicit Gray’s help in garnering votes for the upcoming national election. Gray wants nothing to do with his estranged father’s campaign, but Evelyn can be pretty persuasive. She’s willing to learn about racing, and maybe even get a little dirty. Evelyn’s number-one goal is politics, which makes working with Gray difficult, because his only passion is fast cars. As she and Gray spend time together, he teaches her about the sport he loves, and she learns a lot about the man behind the wheel. The more she learns, the more she wants him. But any desire that threatens to derail the carefully laid plans for her future is a dangerous one. With the passion Gray and Evelyn share running hotter than either imagined, one of them is going to have to compromise, or else run the risk of losing more than their hearts.

De l''aventure, de l''extravagance et du sexe ! Voilà le programme du séjour hédoniste réservé par Serena Graham sur une île tropicale. Après maintes déceptions, elle va enfin pouvoir se transformer en sirène sensuelle dans ce lieu réservé aux rencontres coquines. Hélas, l''hôtel est complet, et sa chambre, occupée par un certain Michael Donovan, un romancier hypersexy. Aussi, lorsqu''il lui propose de partager la chambre. Serena, sous le charme, accepte toutes ses conditions : du plaisir, uniquement du plaisir ; puis chacun repartira de son côté. Mais quand on a goûté au paradis, peut-on renoncer si aisément ? Passion intense

She thinks she knows this player—but he has a few surprise moves. For Alicia Riley, her job as a sports therapist for the St. Louis Rivers baseball team is a home run—until she becomes the primary therapist for star pitcher, Garrett Scott. Out of the lineup with an injury, he’s short-tempered, hard to handle, and every solid inch, a man. Right now, the only demand he’s making on Alicia is that she get him ready to pitch in time for opening day. Except the sexual chemistry between them is so charged, Alicia’s tempted to oblige Garrett just about anything. But both their careers are at stake—one bad move and it’s game over for both of them. Garrett also feels the hot sparks between them, and the way he figures it, what better therapy is there than sex? Now all he has to do is convince the woman with the power to make the call.

A year ago, Tori let her guard down and Brody Kent slipped right in, planting one hot, unforgettable kiss on her in a dark corner at the company Christmas party. Though the kiss surpassed her wildest dreams, she can''t let it happen again. She loves Brody, but he''s got a reputation for loving and leaving. She''ll have to keep her heart—and her libido—in check. Brody can''t get the time of day from Tori—ever since that impulsive kiss, she''s avoided him with the same brutal efficiency she uses to manage his family''s construction company office. The company can''t afford to lose her, and Brody''s come to realize that he can''t live without her. But how can he convince Tori that he''s a changed man? It just might take a Christmas miracle. Book 3 of the Kent Brothers Trilogy 31,000 words

We wish you a merry Christmas…and a happily ever after! A memorable three-night stand gets rekindled in a cabin in West Virginia. An office romance is sparked by an impulsive holiday kiss. And two best friends scout locations for a marriage proposal and discover that they make a perfect match. ''Tis the season for laughter, love and a lifetime of happiness. Edited by Angela James, this anthology includes: We''ll Be Home for Christmas by HelenKay Dimon The Best Thing by Jaci Burton Ask Her at Christmas by Christi Barth Stories also available for purchase separately. 90,000 words

With a disastrous marriage behind him, Wyatt Kent has no interest in getting involved with any woman, let alone his ex-wife''s younger sister. But when Calliope Andrews hires him to build an addition onto her day care center, Wyatt can''t help but notice she''s a desirable woman, as warm and funny as his ex was cold and aloof. Calliope fell hard for Wyatt the first time he walked through the door of her family''s home, and can''t believe her sister let him get away. He''s still the star of all her fantasies, and she''s determined to prove to him she''s nothing like his manipulative ex. Wyatt may be all business, but Calliope sees the way he looks at her when he''s supposed to be working... It''s not long before Wyatt and Calliope are keeping each other warm on cold December nights. But it''s going to take a Christmas miracle for Wyatt to put his trust in love a second time. Book 2 of the Kent Brothers Trilogy 28,000 words

When a former flame is linked to a string of murders, Detective Anna Pallino wants to trust Dante Renaldi, a Special Forces hero, but, she must discover if the man she owes her life to is the same one who wants her dead.

An erotic new game from the New York Times bestselling author of The Perfect Play. Sports agent Liz Darnell will do anything to win back her number-one client, baseball pro Gavin Riley. And Gavin''s more than ready- especially when Liz is offering herself as part of the bargain. But when love unexpectedly enters the playing field, neither Liz nor Gavin are ready for the biggest game-changer of all.

New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton presents a story about love and the games people play in the first irrisistible novel in the Play-by-Play series... The last thing event planner Tara Lincoln needs is the jet-set lifestyle of a football pro like Mick Riley; even though their steamy and passionate one-night stand proved that Mick is an all-star-both on the field and in the bedroom. Tara played the game of love once and lost big, and she doesn''t intend to put herself out there again, especially with a certified heartbreaker. But when Mick sets his mind to win, nothing will stop him. And he has the perfect play in mind to catch this sultry vixen.

Big Star, Small-Town Christmas Country singer Riley Jensen would never have returned to her small Missouri hometown if her publicist hadn''t come up with the scheme to tape a Christmas special there. So she never would have known that the man who broke her heart at eighteen—causing her to flee to Nashville—was now a widower with a seven-year-old daughter. Riley has ten years of angst-filled hit songs and Grammy awards to prove she doesn''t need Ethan Kent. But suddenly, she can''t help thinking of all she gave up by running away... Ethan Kent knew Riley had the talent and the drive to make it as a singer. He also knew she wasn''t going anywhere if she stayed in their nowhere town for him. Then one night and one huge mistake sent her running on the road to fame. Which doesn''t mean he ever stopped loving her... But with so much separating them, can Riley and Ethan find their way back together one magical country Christmas? Book 1 of the Kent Brothers Trilogy 30,000 words

AJ and Pax are undercover operatives for a government agency of bad-boy bikers known as the Wild Riders. While AJ is visiting Teresa, a high school sweetheart, a fight erupts in her bar between two biker gangs. One man is left dead and Teresa''s brother is wrongly accused of murder. With no proof and Teresa as the only eyewitness, AJ, Pax, and Teresa point their Harleys toward the annual bike rally in South Dakota in hot pursuit of the real killer, and Teresa discovers a passion that brings both men to their knees.