New Release Books by HELEN BROOKS

She’s a beauty...can she tame the beast? When Kay Sherwood steps into Mitchell Grey’s office he’s so fiercely attracted to her fiery good looks he insists that she join him for dinner. But up until now Mitchell has indulged only in no-strings affairs, and the suave tycoon is taken aback by the intense passion that’s threatening to develop. Becoming more intimate with Kay — a single mum — would be just too dangerous! But Mitchell hasn’t counted on the fact that Christmas is coming. Could some special seasonal magic is about to change his mind?

Why is he making our divorce so complicated? Miriam married charismatic entrepreneur Jay just three months after meeting and falling in love with him. They promised eternal love to each other, and just when she thought their happiness would continue forever, Miriam catches Jay cheating on her with his secretary! Miriam is devastated and leaves him. Ten months later, he finally reappears to grant her the divorce she’s been asking for, but he has a strange requirement…

Their time of bliss together seems like a faraway dream… Zeke, a successful man in show business, scouted talented dancer Melody and it was love at first sight. Their future together was supposed to be bright, but an unexpected accident turns their lives upside down. With Melody’s legs seriously injured, she’s afraid she can no longer live up to her husband’s expectations. So she decides to flee from the hospital and disappear into a world without Zeke. But he isn’t going to let her get away that easily!

He’s confident and eager. She’s cynical and cautious. There’s no way things could possibly work out… Marry for money, grow bored, divorce, repeat. Watching her mother’s endless toxic cycle, Liberty Fox has long been disenchanted by the concept of love and marriage. At thirty and just out of a relationship with a cheater, she would much rather focus on her job. That is, until she crashes into the expensive car of Carter Blake. Expecting a hefty bill for repairs, she is shocked when he offers to forget all about it and take her to dinner instead…

Tomorrow is her last chance to land a new job. But even as her anger still lingers, he appears before her again—as her interviewer! Tania is a nursing mother, behind on rent and on the verge of losing her apartment. One night, after she comes dangerously close to being run over by a car, she meets the handsome Enrico. But the two of them can’t seem to get along, thorny words flying between them, until at last her lips are sealed by a forceful kiss! The next day is her last chance to land a new job. But before her anger has entirely dissipated, Enrico shows up again—as her prospective employer!

I love him, but I feel so lonely when I’m with him. Marianne appears to have everything—Zeke, her handsome, successful husband, and a luxurious penthouse apartment. But Zeke’s ex-girlfriend designed their home, and its flashy coldness makes it hard for Marianne to live there. She’s annoyed that Zeke refuses to move and that he still works so closely with his ex. But just when Marianne feels completely ignored and alone, Zeke surprises her…

Working beside this charming man fills me with worry… Holly has been harassed by the branch manager’s son for a while now. When he finally goes too far, she slaps him—and is seen by the company president, Jacques Querruel! As a low-rung employee, Holly resigns herself to unfair justice after the harassment comes to light, but contrary to her expectations, playboy millionaire Jacques offers her a job in Paris instead! Holly takes the offer and moves to Paris, all the while bottling in a past trauma. She soon finds herself filled with worry as she works beside this charming man who reminds her of her dark past…

[With Bonus Episode !] Including 4 special pages of additional story.Colt Irons has risen to the top of the shipping world through his cunning and know-how. He has women falling at his feet, but he’s never really loved any of them. Then, one day, he crosses paths with Jessica at a charity bazaar where she’s giving away kisses for a fund-raiser. His passionate kiss makes the modest Jessica forget herself for a moment, but she has no desire to repeat the tragedy that happened to her last time she fell in love. Still, her resistance only seems to embolden Colt, and he makes her a surprising offer…

This bundle contains :DARK OASIS ,THE LOVE CONSPIRACY , and THE BABY WHO SAVED CHRISTMAS.Several months into their engagement, Kit found her fiancé in bed with another woman. In order to get her head back together, she left everything behind and went to Morocco, only to be robbed by hoodlums and knocked unconscious. She wakes up to find herself in a hospital, and next to her is a stranger named Gerard. He asks for her name, but she can’t remember it. She’s lost her memory! She’s thankful to Gerard for being so generous, but as she learns of his true intentions, she feels a vague uneasiness rising from the depths of her memory…

Sixteen-year-old Nina was introduced to Steed, her father’s best friend, at a party. This intimidating man gave Nina her first kiss, and she hoped to never, ever see him again. Five years later, Nina is shocked to learn that Steed is the executor of her father’s will. Finding herself burdened by the debts that her father left, she is more shocked to hear Steed’s marriage proposal. He offers a large amount of money if she is willing to take care of his nephews for ten years. Nina jumps at his favorable offer only to find that she’s landed herself in big trouble…

Joanne returns from vacation only to learn that the company she works for has been taken over! At her first meeting with the new company president, Hawk, she confronts him in a heated argument about the sudden changeover. But then, out of nowhere, Hawk appoints Joanne to a high-ranking position. Joanne, completely bewildered, decides to work at his side. However, this turns out to be a dangerous decision. Hawk toys with Joanne, lavishly showering her with affection, while reminding her all the while that it means nothing. What has Joanne gotten herself into?

Sixteen-year-old Nina was introduced to Steed, her father’s best friend, at a party. This intimidating man gave Nina her first kiss, and she hoped to never, ever see him again. Five years later, Nina is shocked to learn that Steed is the executor of her father’s will. Finding herself burdened by the debts that her father left, she is more shocked to hear Steed’s marriage proposal. He offers a large amount of money if she is willing to take care of his nephews for ten years. Nina jumps at his favorable offer only to find that she’s landed herself in big trouble…

Joanne returns from vacation only to learn that the company she works for has been taken over! At her first meeting with the new company president, Hawk, she confronts him in a heated argument about the sudden changeover. But then, out of nowhere, Hawk appoints Joanne to a high-ranking position. Joanne, completely bewildered, decides to work at his side. However, this turns out to be a dangerous decision. Hawk toys with Joanne, lavishly showering her with affection, while reminding her all the while that it means nothing. What has Joanne gotten herself into?

This bundle contains : Captured and Crowned,KISSING CARLA , and RUTHLESS TYCOON, INNOCENT WIFE. Swept off your feet by an alluring prince on the moonlit beaches of Angyra? It'd be a dream for any number of girls, but Demetria's life is thrown into disarray: she's already engaged to another prince! When the king dies and her fiancé, Prince Gregor, falls ill, Demetria's passed from one heir to another. She's destined to be queen whether she likes it or not, but will a mystery man on the beach end up being her salvation, or will she have to be captured and crowned?

Collect Hero Selections of Harlequin Comics ! Vol. 3 is Boss Hero Selection. Includes"BLACKMAILED BY THE BOSS","PATTERN OF DECEIT","THE BILLIONAIRE BOSS'S SECRETARY BRIDE","The Boss's Inexperienced Secretary,"HONEYMOON WITH THE BOSS","No Escaping Love" free preview of 6 comics!

One morning Katie’s father collapsed from a heart attack and was taken to the hospital in an ambulance. In the midst of the chaos, an angry man named Carlton Reef calls them. Afterward Katie goes to Carlton’s office to learn that her father’s business venture has failed, which in turn means he lost all his properties and damaged Carlton’s company financially. On top of everything else, this news was more than Katie could bear. But her tears move Carlton and he hugs her tightly. A few days later, he makes her a proposal: if Katie will marry him, he’ll settle all her father’s debts!

Jed Cannon is a wealthy man with cold silver eyes who goes through women like he goes through clothes. Tamar, a woman who works at a real estate agency, goes to meet him when she hears he’s house hunting. This is her chance for revenge?Jed drove her beloved cousin to attempt suicide. In return, Tamar will seduce Jed, deceive him and expose his callous personality to the world! But Jed’s overbearing attitude forces Tamar to face the difficult past that she’s hidden away. What direction will her game take now that she has an unexpected handicap?

Seeking a quiet, reclusive rural life, Willow moves to a cottage in the country and ends up causing not one but two fires in quick succession. Her clumsiness angers her next- door neighbor Morgan and he comes to yell at her, but looking at her depressed face, he can’t help offering a hand. But Willow is reluctant to accept his aid and won’t open herself up to him. Regardless of what lies in her past, Morgan can’t stop himself from falling for this frail woman with an independent spirit.

Claire takes off to Italy after her best friend, Grace, asks her to stay by her side during her pregnancy. Claire thought a new life in Italy would be the perfect opportunity to forget her unhappy past. However, her heart is stirred by the beautiful yet unapproachable man who welcomes her at the airport, Romano. He speaks to Claire rudely and treats her like a child, and Claire is sure that they will never get along. And that is just as well, since she’s also sure he would never choose her if he knew her true self. But when the scars of her abominable past are revealed to Romano, she is shocked by his response!

In the old restored mill at the edge of the village, it seems like time passes strangely. Henriettta, an eccentric artist with an unapproachable aura, lives there alone with only her large dog Murphy for company. The man who owns the mill is Jared, the head of a local wealthy family. He can't stop himself from being intrigued by the mysterious Henrietta. And on one night in November, he falls from his horse near the old mill and has to ask for help from Henrietta. But she's so cautious, will she even accept his sudden visit...?

Gina Leighton is liked by all of her coworkers, but it’s the love of her boss, Harry Breedon, that she craves more than anything. The unrequited love has driven her to move away to England, but Harry has decided to drive her to dinner before she goes. A box of puppies on the side of the road may sideline their plans for the night but bring their lives crashing together in unexpected ways. Will Harry realize he’s the one who droveGina away before it’s too late?

Melanie is convinced that she brings misfortune to everyone she loves. She lost her parents and her closest friend when she was young, and when she finally managed to conceive, she had a miscarriage. Determined to protect the husband she loves so deeply from further hurt, she asks him for a divorce and moves out. But Forde doesn’t listen to her when she asks him to keep his distance?he keeps finding excuses to see her. One night, Melanie gets tired of pushing Forde away. She gives in to him and finds herself pregnant once more. Will tragedy strike again?

She’d heard the rumors but had no idea someone could be this handsome! At an interview for one of the most prominent real estate agencies in England, Toni George was shocked by the presence of the agency’s owner, Steel Landry. Still, she didn’t let herself succumb to his charm or wit. Due to unforeseen circumstances, she was in financial debt and forced to work under this impressive man. To her dismay, he kept asking questions about her personal life until she opened up about her family and her past. Just when she thought the job must have slipped between her fingers and things couldn’t get any worse, he said something that caught her completely by surprise…

The same night Marianne was proposed to by the love of her life, Hudson, unexpected circumstances forced her to vanish from his life forever. Two years later, with the wounds still fresh in her heart, Marianne is trying to pick up the pieces of her life as a photographer’s assistant. While in Morocco for a shoot, she spots a man with an uncanny resemblance to her former lover, but that can’t be. Hudson should be in New York, working as a high-profile attorney. But that voice...it really is him! However, exhibiting none of the gentleness he had two years ago, Hudson approaches Marianne and forces her to come with him. Fear starts to well up within Marianne. Just what is Hudson planning?

In nineteenth-century England, Connie lived in penury while raising her four siblings. But she ultimately pushes herself too far, to the point she that falls ill. Luke, a young farm owner, saves her and hires her to work for him, but his demeanor toward her becomes colder as time passes. One day, Luke’s mother collapses due to heart disease and Connie becomes responsible for nursing her. Luke and Connie often converse, sharing news about his mother’s health, and Connie finds herself in love with him. But their fragile bond is about to be put to the test…

Cory is an executive assistant at a top-notch company. Her boss, Max, is sexy and extraordinarily charming, but he has a policy of never mixing business with pleasure. Having just had her heart broken by her childhood friend, Cory never expected to find a new love and especially not with such an arrogant man... But suddenly she and Max are alone together on a business trip to Japan, and it seems Max may be ready to break his own rule!

While Lorne was on vacation in Spain, she was robbed. Fortunately Francisco, who was in the vicinity, had the presence of mind to save her and, since she was injured, he offered her care and hospitality, too. But she feels unwanted and can’t relax, so she declines his offer. Meanwhile, despite his reservations, Francisco is beginning to find himself drawn to her. Although they have feelings for each other, Lorne can’t get over the way he looks at her, as if she were unwanted?what happened to make him this way?

Kim, a widow raising a young daughter by herself, was interviewing for a secretarial position. All the women there were beautiful—had she gone to a modeling agency by mistake? It seemed the applicants were all hoping to become the CEO’s wife, which made Kim feel out of place. And CEO Lucas’s high-pressure attitude made her recoil. She never thought she’d get the job, but for some reason he hired her. As she worked for him, Kim began to see Lucas’s surprising kindness. And for his part, Lucas was becoming thoroughly attracted to family-oriented Kim…