Never a Bride
Part 1 of the Wedlocked! series
The Perfect Match...;In Name Only!
Jake Winters was every woman's fantasy-;and, as his P.A., Claire had been groomed to become his perfect partner. She was the ideal assistant,hostess...;and wife!
Their wedding had been a mutually beneficial business arrangement; their marriage a paper affair. Claire had never felt like a real bride: she was just a beautiful possession to Jake, who seemed more interested in the seductive Lorella.
Now Claire had made a big mistake: she'd fallen in love with her husband!
The Wedding Ultimatum
Part 9 of the Wedlocked! series
Danielle knew Rafael Valdez was out of her league and had never dreamed he'd be interested in her as a woman. She'd turned to him as a last resort to help her family. The outrageous solution he proposed turned her world upside down!
Rafael would make all Danielle's troubles disappear-if she married him and gave him an heir. The idea was shocking, intriguing, tempting! To marry this devastatingly sexy man, and share his bed? Danielle had twenty-four hours before Rafael would return to claim her....
Marriage on Command
Part 12 of the Wedlocked! series
Lee admired hotshot Australian tycoon Damien Moore-he was a brilliant lawyer, as well as drop-dead gorgeous. But she was stunned when a legal loophole forced her to marry him! Damien assured Lee it would be temporary and in name only. But there was nothing pretend about the passion between them. They were husband and wife in public and in private…. Was their marriage turning into the real thing?
Jared's Love-child
Part 13 of the Wedlocked! series
Hers for a night?It was at her mother's wedding that Devon met the rude, arrogant and irritatingly sexy Jared Holt. Powerless to ignore his sizzling charisma, within a few hours Devon was sharing a reckless night with him… Sleeping with a stranger wasn't something Devon had ever done before. But within weeks came the consequences of her whirlwind affair-a hasty marriage based on lust, all for the sake of their unborn baby…
The Marriage Proposition
Part 15 of the Wedlocked! series
When Paige looked at Nick Destry she could hardly believe she was married to him! A successful banker, Nick was confidently sexy-but ruthless. He'd wanted a seat on the board, and he'd married Paige to get one.
Paige decided to act as if their wedding was just a business proposition. But it was hard sharing Nick's bed. She decided he couldn't have everything his own way-if he truly wanted her, he would have to prove it!
Marco's Convenient Wife
Part 16 of the Wedlocked! series
Italian count Marco di Vincenti feared for baby Angelina's safety.He needed a wife to get custody-so he proposed a marriage ofconvenience to the baby's English nanny, Alice Walsingham!Having secretly fallen in love with Marco, Alice found the weddingpure torture! All her family and five hundred other guests expected tosee lots of passion…. Marco was all too willing to oblige in public-but what about in private, on their wedding night…?
Husband by Arrangement
Part 17 of the Wedlocked! series
Reunited twenty years later by their matchmaking grandparents, former childhood friends try to fight undeniable chemistry in this classic contemporary romance.
Maddy had agreed to meet her husband-by arrangement-but she had no intention of marrying him! Her plan was to pretend to be the very opposite of a suitable wife!
Millionaire tycoon Dex Fitzgerald was relieved to meet Maddy-no one would make him marry this! But they couldn't hide the attraction that sizzled between them. . . . A night of searing passion was inevitable, and when it happened, would Dex discover the real Maddy-the one he'd want to make his bride . . . ?
Originally published in 2003.
His Convenient Marriage
Part 22 of the Wedlocked! series
Miles Hunter had lived life on the edge. When he proposed marriage to Chessie, she knew it couldn't be because he loved her. They were practically strangers! He simply needed a social hostess and someone to look after his beautiful home. Chessie knew sheowed Miles a great deal. When her family had been torn apart by financial scandal, he'd takenher in and given her a job and security. But was he now expecting her to repay him…in his bed?
Mistress to Her Husband
Part 23 of the Wedlocked! series
Kate arrives for a regular day at the office--only to get a major shock! The new managing director is none other than her ex-husband!
Billionaire businessman Sean Howard is still smarting because his marriage to Kate ended. But when he sees her again he realizes their mutual physical attraction can be re-ignited with just one touch.... Soon Kate's not just sleeping with the boss--she's become mistress to her husband!
The Disobedient Bride
Part 28 of the Wedlocked! series
Twelve months ago their marriage was perfect...
Then billionaire Tyler Benedict returns home to find his bed empty and Lianne, his wife, gone!
Now Tyler will do anything to get his bride back!
Tyler hires Lianne to be his personal lawyer--it's a deal she can't refuse. But this time Lianne is wise to Tyler's ways: he's after more than just a business arrangement; he wants her back where he feels she belongs...at his bidding!
The Disobedient Bride
Part 28 of the Wedlocked! series
Twelve months ago their marriage was perfect... Then billionaire Tyler Benedict returns home to find his bed empty and Lianne, his wife, gone! Now Tyler will do anything to get his bride back! Tyler hires Lianne to be his personal lawyer--it's a deal she can't refuse. But this time Lianne is wise to Tyler's ways: he's after more than just a business arrangement; he wants her back where he feels she belongs... at his bidding!
Bought: One Husband
Part 42 of the Wedlocked! series
Jethro Cole had loved Alissa Brannan at first sight-but, wary of men, she'd proved extremely elusive…until the day she needed his help. Thinking he had no money, Alissa offered him a temporary marriage of convenience so she could comply with the conditions of her uncle's will.
Little did Alissa know that Jethro was a ruthless millionaire businessman, who was determined to have her in his life-and his bed-forever…
The Martinez Marriage Revenge
Part 47 of the Wedlocked! series
One woman discovers that you can't keep secrets from a billionaire without expecting payback-of the most pleasurable kind . . .
When Shannay's marriage to billionaire Marcello Martinez ended, she returned home carrying with her a precious secret.
Now, four years later, Marcello has tracked his wife down and discovered she has kept knowledge of his child from him!
Marcello will make Shannay pay for her deception by returning her to their marital home-and their marriage bed . . .
Purchased: His Perfect Wife
Part 50 of the Wedlocked! series
A bailout from a billionaire comes at a price: one woman's independence-and her heart. From the USA Today–bestselling author.
Lara's beloved restaurant is in crisis. There's only one man who can help-Wolfe Alexander, her tall, dark, brooding stepbrother. Wolfe lives up to his name: he demands that, in exchange for his money, Lara must become his convenient wife!
With no choice but to accept Wolfe's terms, Lara is soon swept into his world of high-society glamour beyond her wildest dreams-and into the passion of his bed. But there is just one thing missing-her husband's love . . .
Claiming His Wedding Night
Part 52 of the Wedlocked! series
Perdita Boyd must save her family's business and protect her ailing father. So what's she to do when the only investor to step forward is Jared Dangerfield? Her husband!
Young and in love, Perdita married Jared in a secret ceremony against her father's wishes. But the marriage was never consummated, as on their wedding night, Perdita caught Jared in bed with another woman.
Now Jared is back…to take the business, to take his revenge for being set up, and…to take his wife!
One Night to Wedding Vows
Part 56 of the Wedlocked! series
USA Today–Bestselling Author: She was supposed to be a tycoon's temporary wife-but this passion might be permanent . . .
Despite her wild reputation, Lara Gray is a virgin. So when she's swept off her feet by the most gorgeous man in Rome, Raoul Di Vittorio, Lara is shocked by the passion awakened within her after just one night.
But what Lara doesn't know is that Raoul needs a temporary wife after his last disastrous marriage blew up in smoke. Stunning, sophisticated Lara may be the ideal woman, but first this tenacious tycoon must persuade her down the aisle and show her exactly what the benefits of being the new Mrs. Di Vittorio can be!
The Billionaire's Defiant Acquisition
A Billionaire Romance
Part 57 of the Wedlocked! series
A very seductive kind of deal Conall Devlin is a ruthless man ready to achieve ultimate success. So, to acquire the missing piece to his property portfolio, he's willing to accept an unusual term of the contract... taming his client's wayward daughter! Party girl Amber Carter appears to live a life of luxurious frivolity, but deep down she feels lost and alone in her material world. Until one morning her new landlord turns up, every inch of him pinstriped-clad perfection, offering her an ultimatum: either Amber is thrown out onto the streets or she accepts her first ever job-being at his beck and call day and night... Conveniently wedded, passionately bedded!
Trapped by Vialli's Vows
Part 60 of the Wedlocked! series
From a USA Today–bestselling author, a woman pregnant with amnesia must trust her heart to the sexy billionaire who claims he's her husband-to-be.
Escaping . . . with his heir!
After falling for the notorious Italian tycoon, waitress Marnie Clarke is horrified to discover that-in Leandro Vialli's world-she's "his dirty little secret." It breaks her fragile heart and she flees with her dignity . . . and their unborn baby!
Leandro refused to believe the child was his until a paternity test proved him wrong. So when a shocking accident steals Marnie's memories, he seizes his chance. Convincing Marnie that she's his fiancée is Leandro's only chance to secure his legacy.
But before Leandro can say, "I do," the past comes crashing back and Marnie remembers everything . . .
Baby of His Revenge
Part 61 of the Wedlocked! series
"I can make you explode with pleasure…"
Kassius Black rose from the ashes of his catastrophic childhood driven by revenge against the father who abandoned him. With near complete ownership of his father's assets, Kassius's last vengeful step is to present him with an heir he'll never get to know!
"And if I'm wrong, I will pay you ten million dollars."
Pure in body and mind, Laney Henry is the perfect candidate to wear Kassius's ring and carry his child. So Kassius delivers his ultimatum confident he has nothing to lose…or does he?
A Diamond for Del Rio's Housekeeper
Part 62 of the Wedlocked! series
The housekeeper's proposition...;
When half his inheritance is left to his aunt's housekeeper, English orphan Rosie Clifton, Spanish aristocrat Don Xavier Del Rio is determined to claim what's rightfully his. So when Rosie surprises him with a marriage proposal, Xavier sees a way to get everything he wants...;including Rosie in his bed!
Rosie will do anything to protect her home on the Isla Del Rey-;even marry Xavier! She'll provide him with an heir, in exchange for him leaving the untouched beauty of the island intact. But can she trust her charming new husband-;or his devastating kiss?
A Diamond for Del Rio's Housekeeper
Part 62 of the Wedlocked! series
The housekeeper's proposition. When half his inheritance is left to his aunt's housekeeper, English orphan Rosie Clifton, Spanish aristocrat Don Xavier Del Rio is determined to claim what's rightfully his. So when Rosie surprises him with a marriage proposal, Xavier sees a way to get everything he wants including Rosie in his bed! Rosie will do anything to protect her home on the Isla Del Rey even marry Xavier! She'll provide him with an heir, in exchange for him leaving the untouched beauty of the island intact. But can she trust her charming new husband or his devastating kiss?
Bound by His Desert Diamond
Part 63 of the Wedlocked! series
The Plan
Princess Annalina would do anything to end her arranged engagement…including getting photographed in a compromising position with a handsome stranger!
The Prince
Her mystery man is Prince Zahir Zahani-her betrothed's brother-and the kiss that sparks unexpected need in them both traps Annalina and Zahir in a whole new kind of royal bind…till death do them part!
The Passion!
Having learned the cost of trusting others, Zahir tries to keep Annalina at a distance. But she challenges him at every turn, and suddenly, giving in to his darkest desires is all Zahir craves…
Bride by Royal Decree
A Marriage of Convenience Romance
Part 64 of the Wedlocked! series
His lost princess bride! King Reza abandoned the search for his childhood betrothed, Princess Magdalena, years ago. Until the shocking appearance of a photograph of the elusive princess reignites the legend that gripped his nation. Now Reza must return to the hunt and claim his queen! Waitress Maggy's family history is a mystery, and even though she often dreamed of Prince Charming, he was never as devastatingly handsome as Reza! Fiercely independent, she won't accept her birthright on any terms but her own, so if Reza can't use legal bindings, he'll use sensual ones that Maggy will be helpless to resist!
Bride by Royal Decree
Part 64 of the Wedlocked! series
His lost princess bride!
King Reza abandoned the search for his childhood betrothed, Princess Magdalena, years ago. Until the shocking appearance of a photograph of the elusive princess reignites the legend that gripped his nation. Now Reza must return to the hunt and claim his queen!
Waitress Maggy's family history is a mystery, and even though she often dreamed of Prince Charming, he was never as devastatingly handsome as Reza! Fiercely independent, she won't accept her birthright on any terms but her own, so if Reza can't use legal bindings, he'll use sensual ones that Maggy will be helpless to resist!
The Desert King's Captive Bride
Part 66 of the Wedlocked! series
"I was blackmailed into this marriage. I will not be blackmailed into bed."
Princess Ghizlan of Jeirut has returned home to find that warrior Sheikh Huseyn al Rasheed has seized her late father's kingdom. With her sister held hostage, Ghizlan has no choice. Her barbarian captor is determined to tame her, rule her-and make her his own!
Forcing Ghizlan's hand in marriage will not be enough to conquer her body and soul: Huseyn's iron will is challenged at every step by her magnificent beauty and fierce pride. It won't be long before they both fall prey to the firestorm between them...
Claimed for the Leonelli Legacy
Part 70 of the Wedlocked! series
An innocent…
Tia Grayson has never known life outside the Brazilian convent she calls home. Until Max Leonelli arrives with the shocking news that she is heiress to an English fortune-and ignites a burning need for his touch…
A billionaire…
Tia's grandfather expects a match between his protégée and his heir-but Max is not a marrying man. Until the sight of Tia's ravishing beauty has him reconsidering…
A baby?
Max must escort Tia home, but desire soon overtakes them. After one incendiary night, the potential for consequences gives Max the perfect opportunity to claim Tia as his bride!
Untouched Until Marriage
Part of the Wedlocked! series
When infamous Raul Carducci learns that a little baby may challenge his inheritance he will stop at nothing-;a new Carducci heir will not take away what is rightfully his.
To safeguard baby Gino, unassuming Libby Maynard has been forced to pretend she is his mother-;but she hasn't counted on having to convince the wolfish Raul Carducci of her deception.
And when Raul, with his achingly seductive voice, asks her to marry him, Libby is powerless to refuse...;even if their wedding night will blow her cover!
Surrender to Marriage
Part of the Wedlocked! series
Seemingly, Jake Reilly has it all: power, wealth, property. But the internationally successful entrepreneur has come back to Cranberry Cove to claim the one thing that still eludes him....
For fiery Shaine O'Sullivan, Jake's return spells the start of something she can't control. She has never fallen out of love with him, but how can she turn from her roots and embark upon the life of glamour and riches to which Jake has grown accustomed? Especially when she is concealing a secret....
A Bride for the Taking
Part of the Wedlocked! series
Read this classic romance by bestselling author Sandra Marton, now available for the first time in e-book!
Married to a Stranger!
Dorian Oliver had a job to do and Jake Prince was not going to stop her! But then Dorian found herself in a situation with only one solution: she had to become Jake's wife! Jake made it clear that he was more than willing to make love to her, but Dorian wanted more, much more, than a few nights of bliss in his arms.
Even though they both knew their marriage was a sham, Dorian found herself wishing that pretense could become reality. Now all she had to do was convince Jake that marriage to a stranger could last for a lifetime…!
Originally published in 1992.
To Have and to Hold
Part of the Wedlocked! series
Wedlocked!
A runaway wife
Alix North had fallen in love with Rhys Stirling the first time she had met him. Now Alix's dream was about to come true-;Rhys had asked her to marry him.
Rhys Stirling was an ambitious man, and the only thing that stood between him and a directorship was his single status. Of course, that was easily remedied. He'd known Alix all his life-;she was the perfect choice.
Alix isn't going to accept anything less than his love. It's only after Alix leaves him that Rhys finds that he's fallen in love-;with his own wife!
"Ms. Wentworth's talented writing comes through...;"-;Romantic Times
The Moretti Marriage
Part of the Wedlocked! series
Chloe's wedding is supposed to be the social event of the year--but she's not looking forward to it. The reason stands over six feet tall and has an Italian accent and good looks as rich and dark as bitter chocolate: her ex-husband, Nico Moretti.
But Chloe is unaware that Nico is on a mission: he doesn't want anyone else to marry her, so he's going to tantalize and tease her until she admits she still has feelings for him. It's clear that Chloe still desires him--and he'll ruthlessly exploit that...because he desires another chance with his wife....
The Millionaire's Marriage
Part of the Wedlocked! series
His wife again-but for love or for money?Max Logan was convinced Gabriella had trapped him into marriage for his millions. From his point of view, they were finished! Until events forced Max and Gabriella back together.For two weeks, they had to act happily married-not difficult-when locked in the same bedroom for fourteen nights, their passion raging out of control. It wasn't enough for Gabriella-how could she prove to Max that she wasn't a gold digger, but that she'd married him for love?
Wedding Night With Her Enemy
Part of the Wedlocked! series
Blackmailed by the billionaire!
Allegra Kallas detests Draco Papandreou-;and she especially can't stand the desire she feels whenever she sees the arrogant man who once rejected her! So she's horrified when her father's business runs into debt and the only man who can save them is none other than the ruthless Greek...;
No matter how much Allegra protests, Draco knows the driven career woman feels the fire which rages between them. And he's not above using his power to blackmail her into confessing it! To satisfy their cravings, Draco has a sinful plan: he'll make Allegra his wife, and seduce her into his bed...;
Second-Best Bride
Part of the Wedlocked! series
Wedlocked!
"Marry me now. Or I'll walk out of your life forever."
Claire Jardine's wedding day was supposed to be the happiest day of her life, but her whirlwind courtship had her reeling: who was the real Trader Benedict? Her perfect partner or a ruthless blackmailer? And why had he chosen Claire to be his bride? His glamorous companion Phoenix seemed a far more suitable candidate. As she stood at the altar with Trader, the time had come to answer the most important question of her life: did she dare take this man?
The Ultimate Betrayal
Part of the Wedlocked! series
Read this classic, passionate romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Michelle Reid, now available for the first time in e-book!
A marriage in crisis…
"I never meant to do it… she was just there when I needed someone…" Rachel and Daniel had three adorable children and a strong marriage-or so Rachel had always believed. But her happy life was shattered when she was told that Daniel had been having an affair.
Then she realized that they'd been growing apart for years. Rachel wants so much to save her marriage-but is it too late? Can she ever forgive Daniel, if he has committed the ultimate betrayal?
Originally published in 1995
Bartaldi's Bride
Part of the Wedlocked! series
Clare usually ran a mile from powerful, sensual men like Guido Bartaldi. Only, she'd agreed to live under Guido's roof as companion to his wayward ward, the young woman clearly destined to become Guido's wife…
Horrified at Guido's marriage plans, Clare soon decided to leave-and found herself all by captive in Guido's palatial villa. Then she realized it was she who'd been chosen as Bartaldi's bride!
The Billion-dollar Bride
Part of the Wedlocked! series
She's fallen in love with her husband!
Gina Saxton has inherited a huge fortune-on one condition: she must wed the heir tothe other fifty percent-arrogant Ross Harlow!However, Ross has a suggestion to make: becomehis billion-dollar bride for one year, no stringsattached. Easy enough-until Gina realizes thather convenient husband finds her hard to resistand she's falling in love with him!But Ross won't let Gina go-he insists they act onthe passion simmering between them-and turntheir fake merger into a marriage in every sense!
The Token Wife
Part of the Wedlocked! series
Alex Fabian is a successful city banker who lives life on his own terms. But when his family gives him an ultimatum to marry within three months or lose his inheritance, he's forced to find a bride....
Louise Trentham is instantly wary when Alex Fabian proposes: he's formidably dynamic, gorgeous--and way out of her league! But the chemistry between them is irresistible. Can Louise take the plunge and say, "I do," knowing that, for Alex, she'll always be only his token wife?
The Millionaire's Pregnant Wife
Part of the Wedlocked! series
Multimillionaire Luke Griffin's playboyreputation is as large as his fortune andKelsey's determined to hate him, even thoughshe accepts the temporary job he's offering. But then Luke accidentally reads Kelsey'ssecret wish list, which includes a vacation anda steamy affair. Her simple dreams give Lukethe chance to indulge his wildest one-he'lltake her on a trip to his private resort in theBahamas and bed her.
However, he doesn't realize Kelsey's a virgin....;
The Hired Husband
Part of the Wedlocked! series
Sienna Rushford desperately needs to claim her inheritance from the father she never even met-;but his will states she must be happily married! The only man Sienna can turn to is Keir Alexander. She knows he needs a short-term business loan, so she proposes a deal: in return for her financial help, they will marry, temporarily. But Keir, not content with being a "hired husband," has a proposition of his own-;that for the next year their marriage is real....
Ruthless Contract
Part of the Wedlocked! series
Wedlocked
"I hate you Greg Prescott...;I just hate you."
Five years ago, Greg had deceived Abbie, and now fate had delivered even crueler blows. Abbie's sister and brother-in-law had been tragically killed, and Abbie found herself in America, as the joint guardian of her beloved twin nieces...;a guardianship she shared with Greg. He wouldn't hear of her taking the little girls back to England. But if she wanted to stay with them she was faced with a cruel alternative-;a loveless marriage to Greg, who made it quite plain that he expected to share her bed...;.
The Marriage Debt
Part of the Wedlocked! series
Shannon's career as a film director is gainingmomentum and a new project offers the chanceof becoming an international success. But thefilm will need millions of dollars in funding, andthe only person Shannon knows with that kindof money is her estranged husband-millionaireDevin Keynes.Devin agrees to fund Shannon's movie on onecondition-that she give their marriage anotherchance. She reluctantly accepts his offer. But thisis just the start of Devin's plan: after briberycomes seduction!
The Australian's Marriage Demand
Part of the Wedlocked! series
The wrong bed
When Jasmine wakes up the morning after a society wedding, she's in Connor Harrowsmith's bed! It seems nothing actually happened.... But then she's snapped by the Sydney paparazzi as she stumbles from Connor's hotel room, half-undressed! Creates a scandal.
With both their reputations at stake, Connor demands they wed. Jasmine has no choice but to agree, knowing that Connor is not just thinking of a marriage on paper....And a reluctant bride!Legally wed, but he's never said,"I love you."