New Releases by Laura Kaye

Brotherhood. Club. Family. They live and ride by their own rules. These are the Raven Riders . . . Raven Riders Motorcycle Club President Dare Kenyon rides hard and values loyalty above all else. He’ll do anything to protect the brotherhood of bikers—the only family he’s got—as well as those who can’t defend themselves. So when mistrustful Haven Randall lands on the club’s doorstep scared that she’s being hunted, Dare takes her in, swears to keep her safe, and pushes to learn the secrets overshadowing her pretty smile. Haven fled from years of abuse at the hands of her criminal father and is suspicious of any man’s promises, including those of the darkly sexy and overwhelmingly intense Ravens’ leader. But as the powerful attraction between them flares to life, Dare pushes her boundaries and tempts her to want things she never thought she could. The past never dies without a fight, but Dare Kenyon’s never backed down before . . .

Justice served. Honor restored. Team reunited. After a long battle to discover the truth, the men and women of Hard Ink have a lot to celebrate, especially the wedding of two of their own—Nick Rixey and Becca Merritt—whose hard-fought love deserves a happy ending. As Nick and the team shift from crisis mode to building their new security consulting firm, Becca heads back to work at the ER. But amid the everyday chaos of their demanding jobs and upcoming nuptials, an old menace they thought was long gone reemerges, threatening the peace they’ve only just found. Now, for one last time, Nick and Becca must fight for their always and forever, because they know that when true love overcomes all the odds, it lasts hard ever after. An Avon Romance

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Laura Kaye comes a new story in her Hard Ink/Raven Riders Crossover series… After identifying her employer''s dangerous enemies, Jessica Jakes takes refuge at the compound of the Raven Riders Motorcycle Club. Fellow Hard Ink tattooist and Raven leader Ike Young promises to keep Jess safe for as long as it takes, which would be perfect if his close, personal, round-the-clock protection didn''t make it so hard to hide just how much she wants him--and always has. Ike Young loved and lost a woman in trouble once before. The last thing he needs is alone time with the sexiest and feistiest woman he''s ever known, one he''s purposely kept at a distance for years. Now, Ike''s not sure he can keep his hands or his heart to himself--or that he even wants to anymore. And that means he has to do whatever it takes to hold on to Jess forever. **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.**

Looking for your next great romantic escape? This contemporary sampler from Harlequin™ and Avon™ has you covered! Whether you''re in the mood for something sweet or something edgy, this collection of excerpts from nine of today''s hottest authors mixes #1 New York Times bestsellers with the freshest voices in romance: Wildest Dreams by Robyn Carr Thrill Me by Susan Mallery Only In My Dreams by Darcy Burke Redemption Bay by RaeAnne Thayne The Hotter You Burn by Gena Showalter All of Me by Jennifer Bernard Bad News Cowboy by Maisey Yates Hard to Let Go by Laura Kaye Exit Strategy by Lena Diaz

Five dishonored soldiers. Former Special Forces. One last mission. These are the men of Hard Ink. Beckett Murda hates to dwell on the past. But his investigation into the ambush that killed half his Special Forces team and ended his Army career gives him little choice. Just when his team learns how powerful their enemies are, hard-ass Beckett encounters his biggest complication yet—a seductive, feisty Katherine Rixey. A tough, stubborn prosecutor, Kat visits her brothers'' Hard Ink Tattoo shop following a bad break-up—and finds herself staring down the barrel of a stranger''s gun. Beckett is hard-bodied and sexy as hell, but he''s also the most infuriating man ever. Worse, Kat''s brothers are at war with the criminals her office is investigating. When Kat joins the fight, she lands straight in Beckett''s sights . . . and in his arms. Not to mention their enemies'' crosshairs. Now Beckett and Kat must set aside their differences to work together, because the only thing sweeter than justice is finding love and never letting go.

Two damaged men. One dangerous mission. One healing love. These are the men of Hard Ink. Hard Ink Tattoo owner Jeremy Rixey has taken on his brother''s stateside fight against the enemies that nearly killed Nick and his Special Forces team a year ago. Now Jeremy''s whole world has been turned upside down by the chaos—and by a brilliant, quiet blond man who tempts him to settle down for the first time ever. Recent kidnapping victim Charlie Merritt has always been better with computers than with people, so when he''s drawn into the SF team''s investigation of his army colonel father''s corruption, he''s surprised to find acceptance and friendship—especially since his father never accepted who he was. Even more surprising is the heated tension he feels with sexy, tattooed Jeremy, Charlie''s opposite in almost every way. With tragedy and chaos all around them, temptation flashes hot, and Jeremy and Charlie can''t help but wonder why they''re trying so hard to be good …

Find your next red-hot read in this sizzling collection of sexy scenes.Volume Three offers even more great reads.Skip to the Good Part 3: 20 Authors Reveal Their Steamiest Scenes offers face-fanning romance and tie-me-up sizzle (and everything in between) from top authors including New York Times and USA Today bestsellers. This collection features an adventurous woman who finally fulfills her fantasy of being with three men, a married couple who spice up their sex life by going to a swinger''s club, a virgin who auctions off her virginity to the highest bidder, a cowboy who falls in lust with the daughter of his family''s arch nemesis, and a vacationing woman who falls in bed with a sexy celebrity.Read 20 of the best steamy scenes in contemporary romance and erotic romance today. This 250-page collection will get your blood pumping, your heart racing, and your skin tingling--you''re sure to discover a new favorite. Due to the graphic nature of some content, this collection is recommended strictly for mature readers. New York Times bestsellers:Melissa FosterLaura KayeErika WildeShelli StevensJo RavenEmily Ryan-DavisUSA Today bestseller:CD ReissFeaturing:JC EmeryCarolyn CraneKayti McGeeBrenna AubreyKate RothHeidi Joy TrethewayLeigha TaylorMelanie HarlowClare JamesRosalie LarioBritni HillViv DanielsAva O''Shay

Five dishonored soldiers. Former Special Forces. One last mission. These are the men of Hard Ink. Derek DiMarzio would do anything for the members of his disgraced Special Forces team—sacrifice his body, help a former teammate with a covert operation to restore their honor, and even go behind enemy lines. He just never expected to want the beautiful woman he found there. When a sexy stranger asks questions about her brother, Emilie Garza is torn between loyalty to the sibling she once idolized and fear of the war-changed man he''s become. Derek''s easy smile and quiet strength tempt Emilie to open up, igniting their desire and leading Derek to crave a woman he shouldn''t trust. As the team''s investigation reveals how powerful their enemies are, Derek and Emilie must prove where their loyalties lie before hearts are broken and lives are lost. Because love is too hard to come by to let it slip away . . .

Their blood may be their only redemption...Giving in to temptation has deadly consequences, as one taste arouses both a hunger and a desire that is uncontrollable. These human and vampire entanglements lead to the surrendering of souls in more ways than one...Every touch ignites an undeniable spark of longing, which means giving in to passion is their only option. But danger lurks when enemies focused only on vengeance are headed their way with a force they never could have predicted Five compelling stories that will seduce you

Their blood may be their only redemption... Giving in to temptation has deadly consequences, as one taste arouses both a hunger and a desire that is uncontrollable. These human and vampire entanglements lead to the surrendering of souls in more ways than one...

Callie Davis stumbles upon two of her three male roommates in a surprising, molten-hot midnight tryst and discovers a side of herself she never knew existed. Desire to play with them grips her, and she can''t stop fantasizing about having multiple men, particularly her three long-time best friends. Callie is thrilled when a guys'' night out gives her the perfect opportunity to recreate her fantasy, with the help of a threesome video and a bag of toys. That is, until Lucas, Jack and Noah return early and catch her in the act. More than anything, the guys want to make her fantasy come true. But Callie has a secret, and she can''t help wondering if being with all three men will risk the future she''s always wanted with one of them. As three strong sets of hands caress and undress her, Callie surrenders to desire, because sometimes you just gotta say...yes.

Five dishonored soldiers. Former Special Forces. One last mission. These are the men of Hard Ink. Edward "Easy" Cantrell knows better than most the pain of not being able to save those he loves—which is why he is not going to let Jenna Dean out of his sight. He may have just met her, but Jenna''s the first person to make him feel alive since that devastating day in the desert more than a year ago. Jenna has never met anyone like Easy. She can''t describe how he makes her feel—and not just because he saved her life. No, the stirrings inside her stretch far beyond gratitude. When the pair is thrust together and chaos reigns around them, they both know one thing: The things in life most worth having are the hardest to hold on to.

Alyssa Scott a toutes les raisons de se réjouir d''avoir trouvé ce job de serveuse au Whiskey Music Bar. Tout d''abord, elle revient à Frederick, la ville où elle a grandi. Et elle a bien besoin d''un salaire ! Mais surtout, elle va retrouver Marco Vieri, son ami d''enfance, dont elle est toujours amoureuse. Pourtant, elle déchante rapidement : le garçon de ses souvenirs, qui avait su la protéger, est revenu d''Afghanistan métamorphosé. Hébergée par Marco, Aly va découvrir que la vie de son héros est devenue un véritable enfer. Parviendra-t-elle à le sauver à son tour ?

Après cinq années passées dans les Forces Spéciales, Brady Scott s’est mis au vert le temps de faire la paix avec un douloureux passé. Dans un parc, à Washington, il rencontre Joss. Si délicieuse et sexy, avec ses mèches roses, ses tatouages et ses piercings. Pourtant si triste, avec ses yeux verts, les plus beaux qu’il ait jamais vus, embués de larmes.Attirance et fascination s’emparent de chacun d’eux. S’il ne cherche pas l’amour, Brady ne refuse pas une aventure d’un soir. Et, quel mal y aurait-il à prendre un peu de bon temps après la pénible journée que Joss vient de vivre ? Ils passent ensemble une nuit explosive. Le lendemain, chacun repart de son côté, sans se retourner Avec, toutefois, un pincement au cœur...

Give in to the darkest desires...One bite from a vampire can cause chaos, as it joins both vampires and mortals by an erotic bond, resulting in passionate confrontations that arouse a hunger that cannot be satisfied. Vampire and slayer loyalties are tested when a thirst for revenge is replaced with irresistible desire...For these mortal and vampire entanglements can only go one of two ways: a stake through the heart or a love that burns eternal Five tantalising stories that will entice you

Give in to the darkest desires...

Trapped and tempted, this battle of wills rages all night long... Kady Dresco and Colton Brooks click on a level that defies logic. There are only two problems. One, he''s her older brother''s irritating best friend, and two, they''re bidding on the same military security services contract. When the competition heats up, Colton is torn between wanting to strangle Kady (and her annoying brilliance) and kissing her into submission. Which is a bad idea for a million reasons, because Kady''s submission is exactly what he craves. Being trapped in a tiny motel room with the object of his darkest fantasies will require every ounce of his restraint. Kady doesn''t want his restraint, but Colton knows better. She deserves love, marriage, and a white picket fence-three things Colton can''t give her. But her proximity and the memory of their steamy near-miss three years ago slowly destroys his resolve. And he''s not sure how much longer he can keep his hands off...or his heart closed.

The final chapter in the award-winning and bestselling Hearts of the Anemoi series... Annalise Fallston made peace with postponing her big-city dreams to care for her ill father, but lately she''s been filled with a restlessness not even her beloved painting dispels. Worse, the colors don''t speak to her as they always have, and all her efforts produce dark, foreboding images of a dangerous man and a terrifying future. Devlin Eston, black-souled son of the evil Anemoi Eurus, is the only one who can thwart his father''s plan to overthrow the Supreme God of Wind and Storms. But first, Dev must master the unstable powers he''s been given. Distrusted and shunned by his own divine family, he never expected to find kindness and passion in the arms of a mortal. But Devlin''s love puts Annalise in the path of a catastrophic storm, and in the final Armageddon showdown between the Anemoi and Eurus, sacrifices will be made, hearts broken, and lives changed forever...or lost. Each book in the Hearts of the Anemoi series is STANDALONE: * North of Need * West of Want * South of Surrender * East of Ecstasy

North of Need Called to life by Megan Snow''s tears, snow god Owen Winters appears unconscious on the widow''s doorstep in the midst of a raging blizzard. Owen finds unexpected solace in her company and unimagined pleasure in the warmth of her body, and vows to win her heart for a chance at humanity. Megan is drawn to Owen, but this Christmas miracle comes with an expiration—before the snow melts and the temperature rises, Megan must let go of her widow''s grief and learn to trust love again, or she''ll lose Owen forever. West of Want When Marcella Raines'' twin brother dies, she honors his request to be buried at sea, never expecting the violent storm that swamps her boat. Zephyros Martius is the Supreme God of the West Wind and Spring. Ella is drawn to the vulnerability Zeph hides beneath his otherworldly masculinity. She and Zeph struggle to let go of the past, defend their future, and embrace a love that can be trusted. South of Surrender Laney Summerlyn needs the organized routine of her life at Summerlyn Stables. But everything changes when a ferocious storm brings an impossible—and beautiful—creature crashing down from the heavens. Injured while fighting Eurus, Chrysander Notos, Supreme God of the South Wind and Summer, finds himself at the mercy of a mortal woman whose compassion and acceptance he can''t resist. As they surrender to the passion flaring between them, immortal enemies close in, forcing Chrys to choose between his brother and the only woman who''s ever loved the real him.

Five dishonored soldiers. Former Special Forces. One last mission. These are the men of Hard Ink. Ever since hard-bodied, drop-dead-charming Shane McCallan strolled into the dance club where Crystal Dean works, he''s shown a knack for getting beneath her defenses. For her little sister''s sake, Crystal can''t get too close. Until her job and Shane''s mission intersect, and he reveals talents that go deeper than she could have guessed. Shane would never turn his back on a friend in need, especially a former Special Forces teammate running a dangerous, off-the-books operation. Nor can he walk away from Crystal. The gorgeous waitress is hiding secrets she doesn''t want him to uncover. Too bad. He''s exactly the man she needs to protect her sister, her life, and her heart. All he has to do is convince her that when something feels this good, you hold on as hard as you can—and never let go.

Five dishonored soldiers. Former Special Forces. One last mission. These are the men of Hard Ink. Trouble just walked into Nicholas Rixey''s tattoo parlor. Becca Merritt is warm, sexy, wholesome—pure temptation to a very jaded Nick. He''s left his military life behind to become co-owner of Hard Ink Tattoo, but Becca is his ex-commander''s daughter. Loyalty won''t let him turn her away. Lust has plenty to do with it too. With her brother presumed kidnapped, Becca needs Nick. She just wasn''t expecting to want him so much. As their investigation turns into all-out war with an organized crime ring, only Nick can protect her. And only Becca can heal the scars no one else sees. Desire is the easy part. Love is as hard as it gets. Good thing Nick is always up for a challenge . . .

"I stalk my new neighbors, a single mother and her child ... I crave their blood, starved for some healing respite from my ancient guilt and grief. Now to lure them into my grasp. But they surprise me. Little Olivia accepts me without fear ... Her mother, Samantha, seeks me out ... They lure me instead"--Back cover.

As the sizzling summer sun sets, a darker pleasure awaits... From the moonlit streets of Paris to a decadent, darkened beach, or the sinful streets of Manhattan, five deadly immortal heroes are looking for mortal flesh.

She''s the only one who can see through his golden boy façade to the broken god within... Chrysander Notos, Supreme God of the South Wind and Summer, is on a mission: save Eurus from his death sentence, and prove his troubled brother can be redeemed. But Eurus fights back, triggering vicious summer storms that threaten the mortal realm, dangerously drain Chrys, and earn the ire of the Olympic gods who ordered Eurus dead. Laney Summerlyn refuses to give up her grandfather''s horse farm, despite her deteriorating vision. More than ever, she needs the organized routine of her life at Summerlyn Stables, until a ferocious storm brings an impossible—and beautiful—creature crashing down from the heavens. Injured while fighting Eurus, Chrys finds himself at the mercy of a mortal woman whose compassion and acceptance he can''t resist. As they surrender to the passion flaring between them, immortal enemies close in, forcing Chrys to choose between his brother and the only woman who''s ever loved the real him. Each book in the Hearts of the Anemoi series is STANDALONE: * North of Need * West of Want * South of Surrender * East of Ecstasy

He wants just one night… After growing up with an abusive, alcoholic father, Army Special Forces Sgt. Brady Scott vowed never to marry or have kids. Sent stateside to get his head on straight—and his anger in check—Brady’s looking for a distraction. He finds it in his beautiful new neighbor’s one-night-only offer for hot sex, but her ability to make him forget is addictive. Suddenly, Brady’s not so sure he can stay away. …what they need is each other. Orphaned as a child, community center director Joss Daniels swore she’d never put herself in a position to be left behind again, but she can’t deny herself one sizzling night with the sexy soldier who makes her laugh and kisses her senseless. When Joss discovers she’s pregnant, Brady’s rejection leaves her feeling abandoned. Now, they must overcome their fears before they lose the love and security they’ve found in each other, but can they let go of the past to create a future together?

Betrayal is all he''s ever known, but in her, he''ll find a love strong enough to be trusted... When Marcella Raines'' twin brother dies, she honors his request to be buried at sea, never expecting the violent storm that swamps her boat. Though she''s gravely injured—and still emotionally damaged from her recent divorce—Ella fights to survive. Zephyros Martius is the Supreme God of the West Wind and Spring, but being the strongest Anemoi hasn''t protected him from betrayal and loss. Worse, he''s sure his brother Eurus is behind it. When Zeph''s heartbreak whips up a storm that shipwrecks a human, his guilt forces him to save her.Ella is drawn to the vulnerability Zeph hides beneath his otherworldly masculinity and ancient blue eyes. And her honesty, empathy, and unique, calming influence leave Zeph wanting...everything. When Eurus threatens Ella, she and Zeph struggle to let go of the past, defend their future, and embrace what they most want—a love that can be trusted. Each book in the Hearts of the Anemoi series is STANDALONE: * North of Need * West of Want * South of Surrender * East of Ecstasy

She''s always been off-limits... Former Army Special Forces Sgt. Marco Vieri has never thought of Alyssa Scott as more than his best friend''s little sister, but her return home changes that...and challenges him to keep his war-borne demons at bay. Marco''s not the same person he was back when he protected Alyssa from her abusive father, and he''s not about to let her see the mess he''s become. ...but now she''s all grown up. When Alyssa takes a job at the bar where Marco works, her carefree smiles wreak havoc on his resolve to bury his feelings. How can he protect her when he can''t stop thinking about her in his bed? But Alyssa''s not looking for protection—not anymore. Now that she''s back in his life, she''s determined to heal her forbidden hero, one touch at a time...

Desperate to escape agonizing memories of Christmas past, twenty-nine-year-old widow Megan Snow builds a snow family outside the mountain cabin she once shared with her husband, realizing too late that she''s recreated the very thing she''ll never have. Called to life by Megan''s tears, snow god Owen Winters appears unconscious on her doorstep in the midst of a raging blizzard. As she nurses him to health, Owen finds unexpected solace in her company and unimagined pleasure in the warmth of her body, and vows to win her heart for a chance at humanity. Megan is drawn to Owen''s mismatched eyes, otherworldly masculinity, and enthusiasm for the littlest things. But this Christmas miracle comes with an expiration—before the snow melts and the temperature rises, Megan must let go of her widow''s grief and learn to trust love again, or she''ll lose Owen forever. Each book in the Hearts of the Anemoi series is STANDALONE: * North of Need * West of Want * South of Surrender * East of Ecstasy

Kael, Warrior King of the Vampires loathes the Night of the Proffering. He needs the blood of either his mate or a human virgin to maintain his strength, but hasn''t enjoyed the ritual since he lost his mate centuries ago. Kael doesn''t want a new companion, yet his resolve is tested when he lays eyes on his new offering, Shayla McKinnon. He is drawn to Shayla''s beauty and poise...and the submission she offers. She is eager to give him anything he wishes, including her innocence, to please him. Will Kael give in to their overwhelming desire –– even if it means risking Shayla''s life?