Best Selling Books by Merline Lovelace

The Royal Rebels Collection from Mills and Boon

A fabulous double collection of seductive romances from Mills and Boon

A fast-paced international intrigue full of intense action and enviable passion... Former USAF Special Agent Cleo North thought she had sworn off bureaucracy forever-but the Air Force Office of Special Investigations has other ideas. They need her expertise and are willing to pay her an extravagant fee. The case? An off-duty U.S. tanker pilot who took a bullet under suspicious circumstances and wound up dead. Teaming up with OSI Special Agent Jack Donovan, they uncover more than meets the eye. Turns out the deceased pilot was no stranger to illicit activities and had a questionable interest in a U.S. Army Air Corps transport that went down in the English Channel in 1943. Why, they're not sure. But when another murder links a far-fetched story of wartime international intrigue to millions of dollars in gold, only two questions remain... Who is this unnamed assassin who wants their secrets buried in a watery grave? And will Cleo be the bullet's last victim?

The Cavanaugh Code by Marie Ferrarella While searching a murder victims apartment, Detective Taylor McIntyre finds an intruder. Thinking shes got her killer, Taylor handcuffs him to a railing. The next morning, she's shocked when she runs into her 'fugitive' at the police precinct. P.I. J.C. Laredo finds Taylors tough demeanor a turn-on.

Two edge-of-your-seat, passionate military stories from bestselling authors Lindsay McKenna and Merline Lovelace...

An officer and a groom But for how long? Alexis Smith is single, and desperate to keep custody of her late sister's sweet stepdaughter. But for this, she needs a husband. She thinks US Air Force Major Ben Kincaid is perfect for the job. The Special Ops pilot is a world-class stud who loves a challenge--and is always out of town. A brief marriage of convenience suits them both...until Ben moves in. Suddenly, playing house seems a little too real...

Be prepared to find passion and excitement in these two Code Name: Danger stories! Danger in the Desert When Jaci Thornton finds a seemingly worthless scarab in a Cairo street, the librarian morphs from vacationer to adventurer. Unwittingly, she's fulfilled an ancient Egyptian prophecy, and unless sexy OMEGA agent Deke Griffin can protect her from its consequences, she may end up in Cairo's City of the Dead! With terrorists in pursuit, can Jaci and Deke also resist the desire burning between them? Strangers When We Meet OMEGA agent Dodge Hamilton is assigned to escort Major Larissa Petrovna, who's leading Russia's nuclear inspection team. Yes, he finds the icy beauty fascinating, but she's entirely resistible. At first. But as a killer targets Lara, passion melts their mutual suspicion and professional reserve, unearthing feelings Dodge has never known....

The Christmas Presents Collection from Mills & Boon

The Medusa Proposition As a member of the all-female Medusa squad, Paige is assigned to be sexy billionaire Tom's temporary bodyguard when a killer sets the tycoon in his sights. But beneath Tom's expensive suits, he proves to be Paige's equal under fire...and irresistible at close range. Risky Engagement Sexy Wolf needs medical researcher Nina to pose as his fiancee to help him bring down an international thief. Problem is, it's a little too easy to be

She is a seer, with powers that will astound all who witness them. Psychic Cassies quest to recover a mystical relic from seventh-century China isnt going to plan. When the secret military organisation shes working for partners her with daring soldier Max, Cassies true potential is suddenly unleashed. Going undercover in Empress Wu Jaos court, their fate rests on Cassies premonitions. If they follow her instincts they will be spared, yet completing their mission means going against Cassies predictions and facing the legendary terracotta army. And if they fail, future generations will pay the price! TIME RAIDERS Only they can cross the boundaries of time; only they have the power to save humanity.

Something about the Boss...Ever since Sophie Beldon's boss vanished, she's been working for Zach Lassiter. But Zack's been very mysterious - could he have been involved in the disappearance? So Sophie decides to seduce him to uncover his secrets But the soul-searing passion she finds in his arms has Sophie praying that her mistrust is unfounded. A Business Engagement When editor Lady Sarah St. Sebastian's glossy magazine names Devon Hunter one of the Ten Sexiest Single Men, he is besieged. So he plans revenge: force Sarah to play his fiancee during a business trip to Paris. But in the City of Light, their fake engagement unexpectedly leads to real desire - and dangerous complications...

Naughty Bits is the first-ever compilation of breath-hitching, leg-crossing, pulse-quickening short erotic fiction from the editors of SPICE BRIEFS. Penned by some of the genre's best authors, including Megan Hart, Delilah Devlin, Jodi Lynn Copeland, Kimberly Kaye Terry and Sarah McCarty, these fifteen provocative, flirty, haunting but always arousing erotic encounters may be brief, but each one is guaranteed to be the naughtiest part of your day!

Her Man Advantage - Joanne Rock Filmmaker Jennifer Hunter doesn't want to make a hockey documentary any more than hockey defenceman Axel Rankin wants to star in one. But neither of them anticipated the molten rush of pure lust, and they can't help but give in, on and off camera... The last thing Axel needs is a camera shoved in his face, probing into his life and his rocky past. Especially if the woman calling the shots is a mouthy, assertive, drop-dead sexy redhead - who makes him want to do things that require an adults-only rating! Match Play - Merline Lovelace Olympic athlete turned secret agent Dayna Duncan always plays to win. Her assignment to guard an international sports sensation would be no different. Then the one man who could throw Dayna off her game appears. Fighter pilot Luke Harper never did play fair... Years ago, knowing that he could jeopardise her shot at the gold, Luke broke things off with Dayna. Now he's back...for keeps. Even as Dayna tries to resist the man she believes chose his career over her, reigniting passion adds fuel to an explosive conspiracy that could end this match, once and for all. In Her Corner - Vicki Essex Bella Fiore has a lot to prove. For three generations her family has dominated the world of mixed martial arts - a tradition Bella dreams of carrying on. Only her family doesn't agree. Without their support, she's relying on the coaching of medal-winning Kyle Peters. Training with Kyle is not what Bella expected. They're constantly butting heads. And with the body of a Greek Adonis, Kyle's mat technique isn't her only focus. Not that this attraction can go any further. She has a title to win! Yet when Kyle proves he's the one person Bella can always rely on, a championship may not be the only thing worth fighting for...

The Diplomat's Pregnant Bride No matter what happened on a wild weekend Gina St Sebastian's won't agree to a shotgun marriage, especially not to Ambassador Jack Mason, the dashing, arrogant father of her unborn baby. But Jack will deploy his formidable charms to do what's right - marriage for the baby's sake. Her Unforgettable Royal Lover Dominic St Sebastian has been misidentified as royalty - and caught up in a media storm. Now, the woman to blame has shown up with a case of amnesia! She's the last person he wants to see... so why does Dominic find Natalie so unforgettable? The Royal's Texan MD Texas is the perfect place for holiday heat - exactly what Dr Anastazia St Sebastian needs. Enter hunky shipping billionaire Mike Brennan. Three days of fun in the sun - and in Mike's bedroom - aren't enough. But can these two form deep feelings before the holiday ends?

This anthology of three brand-new stories features three incredibly sexy heroes in uniform. Stories include Lee's "The Dream Marine, " Lovelace's "Undercover Operations, " and McKenna's "To Love and Protect."

USA TODAY bestseller Merline Lovelace delivers two fan-favourite stories of soldiers on a mission. The Right Stuff Six feet, two inches of pure male, Major Russ “Mac” McIver has a black-or-white view of the world that allows no compromises. That tends to ruffle Lieutenant Caroline Dunn’s usually unrufflable temper. So when a dangerous mission threw them together, Cari vows to lay down the law with the stubborn Marine — just as soon as she gets her leaping heartbeat under control. A Question of Intent U.S. Army Major Jill Bradshaw is used to giving orders, not taking them — so when she met brusque Commander Cody Richardson, the medical officer in charge of her top secret mission, she was a little taken aback. Of course she’s also taken with him — a problem, because despite his sterling credentials, she wasn’t exactly sure who he was. Cody had always maintained protocol at all costs — it’s all for the best, because he has secrets to keep — and Jill is best kept at a distance…

While waiting on her reluctant husband to sign divorce papers, Lieutenant Colonel Anne Dunbar learns unexpected lessons about love and trust from the story of a World War I Hello Girl telephone operator. Includes a bonus book, "Ex Marks the Spot." Original.

Callie's Christmas Wish -- Merline Lovelace Months ago at the Trevi Fountain, Callie Langston wished for a matinee idol to sweep her off her feet. Instead, she got a sexy security expert used to danger and ready for love! And now, Joe Russo has proposed. But before she can answer him, safe, predictable Callie is heading back to Italy, permanently, on one crazy Christmas adventure. Joe is everything she's wished for but Callie's waited her whole life to live. Among the timeless beauty and ancient traditions of Christmas in Rome, she's got to decide: Will it be the plan...or the man? Thankful For You -- Karen Rock All Nick Brand wants to see of Montana is to sell his family's in-dispute land...until Chicago lawyer meets the ranch hand hired to help clean the property. Dallas Dalton has just lassoed her way into one smitten bachelor's heart! Raised on the rodeo circuit, Dallas lives to compete and guards against future heartbreak. Now she just wants to show Nick how this western woman is won! The refined attorney is a world away from the rough cowboys Dallas knows but they share the same desire. Will he trade his eastern view for the big sky with his dream cowgirl?

The Guy To Be Seen With - Fiona Harper Who can forget gorgeous adventurer Daniel Bradford after his on-air rejection of his girlfriend's marriage proposal sparked a nationwide scandal? But even though Daniel's back on the market, he's shown no inclination to get caught by anyone...until he meets strong-willed Chloe Michaels. And rumour has it that life with London's own Indiana Jones means Chloe is in for the adventure of a lifetime! Valentine Bride - Christine Rimmer Regal, reserved Irina Lukovic was the perfect live-in housekeeper, until she found out she was being sent back to her war-torn homeland. So Caleb Bravo came up with the ideal solution and the handsome bachelor proposed! Irina couldn't believe the footloose mogul was giving up his freedom for her. But now that they were officially husband and wife, she suddenly yearned to be his in every sense of the word... The Texan's Royal M.D. - Merline Lovelace Texas is the perfect place for holiday heat - exactly what Dr Anastazia St. Sebastian needs before making the biggest decision of her career. Enter hunky shipping billionaire Mike Brennan, who insists on buying her dinner after she saves his nephew. But one night leads to more, and even three days of fun in the sun - and in Mike's bedroom - aren't enough. Anastazia wants to fall in love, but how can she when what Mike wants is the one thing she can never give? One Night With Her Boss - Annie O'Neil Usually cautious Dr Ali Lockhart is starting afresh and leaving the ghosts of her life-changing accident behind. A Valentine's fling is just what she needs before starting her new job...but then her handsome stranger turns out to be her new boss! Dr Aidan Tate's steely exterior hides a devastating heartbreak, but after their steamy night keeping things strictly professional with the tantalising Ali is becoming increasingly difficult...

The most deliciously dangerous time of year... Prepare for an exhilarating journey across the boundary of death into a shadowy, daring new world. As darkness falls on another year, five fanged rebels are ready to celebrate like never before.

One Night to Forever

Out of Harm’s Way by Lindsay McKenna After Madison Duncan is kidnapped, Navy SEAL Travis Cooper must bring her back home. He deftly recovers her from a dangerous force, but never expects such a strong attraction... and a love he never saw coming.

Holding out for a seriously hot hero... Tall Dark Defender by Beth Cornelison Undercover investigator Jonah Devereaux barely knew Annie Compton, but that didn't stop him from putting himself in the line of fire to save her from a ruthless killer. Convincing the stubborn single mum that she needed his protection 24/7 was a fiery battle of wills, but fighting his burning desire to make love to Annie was a war he wasn't sure he could win. Undercover Wife by Merline Lovelace Playing the part of Gillian Ridgeway's husband might be undercover agent Mike Callahan's toughest assignment yet. Keeping his hands off the young and innocent new agent is almost impossible. But resisting temptation could be the only way to come home alive... Man On A Mission by Carla Cassidy After a brush with death, Mark Delaney had one purpose: he had a killer to catch. Newly hired by the Delaneys, April Cartwright sought to know the real Mark. But with a murderer in their midst, if Mark succumbed to the sweet promises April offered, his mission would put them both in deadly peril. And he would not risk her innocent life, even at the cost of his own!

In these six lovely romances, the one who got away may just be Mr Right...

The Spy Who Loved Him After being taken hostage by the traitor she was trying to trap, Special Agent Margarita Alfonsa de las Fuentes flees into the jungle with her darkly handsome rescuer! Although mesmerised by Carlos Caballero's courage, she wasn't about to bow down to any man. But how was she to choose between sworn duty and unrelenting desire? A Man Of His Word Reece Henderson knew that the two most sacred things in life –– the truth and a man's marriage vows –– were also the hardest to stick to. So he'd sworn to uphold the former and avoid the latter. But the beautiful Sydney Scott's return tested his promise. Ten years ago, Sydney had left in disgrace. Now she was back, determined to do the job she'd been hired to do and move on. But she hadn't counted on Reece Henderson. He got her thinking that maybe, with the right man by her side, she could go home again

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New York Times bestselling author Lindsay McKenna and USA TODAY bestseller Merline Lovelace deliver classic tales of heart-pounding military romance. His Duty to Protect – Lindsay McKenna Captain Ty Hamilton and Rachel Trayhern have a long history of butting heads. The two are thrust together once again when they are stationed at the same base in Afghanistan and sparks fly when a mission goes awry. But when Ty and Rachel are stranded in enemy territory, old resentments become trivial and new, unexpected feelings awaken... Texas Hero – Merline Lovelace Years ago, Jack Carstairs nearly lost his job as a secret agent after he fell for Ellie Alazar, whom he’d been assigned to protect. Now Jack was back, protecting that same woman – and getting ready to move in for the kill. Once Ellie had been Jack’s whole world. She’s been targeted for rewriting the past, and Jack can’t help but wonder: Can she also rewrite their past – only this time, with a happy ending?