Best Selling Books by Jaci Burton

Bestselling erotic romance authors Jaci Burton, Carly Phillips, Erin McCarthy and Jessica Claire return with four super-sexy stories of temptation, longing and satisfaction in Hot Summer Nights. In Jaci Burton''s Hope Smolders,'' struggling divorcee Jane has put her personal life on hold to raise her kids - until she runs into Luke, her ex''s former best friend, who convinces her it''s time to start having fun again. Carly Phillips takes readers back to the town of Serendipity, where overworked Alexa has a connection with a sinfully sexy American football star on the dance floor.''

A country girl embarks on a brazen pursuit of love in this bold romance from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Ranch owner Jolene Mcmasters has always worked hard--and played hard. She''s used to going after what she wants until she gets it. And what she wants is ranch foreman Walker Morgan. The only problem is Walker can''t afford to lose his job by getting too familiar with his boss. And getting intimate with Jolene is the last thing on his mind--or maybe it''s all that''s been on his mind lately, which could be a career ender for him. But Jolene wears Walker down and soon the two of them are having hot interludes on the ranch and are together all the time--but only in private. Jolene wants more--she wants Walker to be by her side in all ways. But Walker holds a secret that could end his relationship with Jolene for good. Can Jolene trust in her love for Walker, or will this secret break her heart?

Two bestselling contemporary romance authors join forces in this pair of stories of hot men, fast motorcycles, and the women who ride both. They ride into town straddling 73 cubic inches of throbbing horsepower, and hook up with the kind of women made for high speed handling... #1 New York Times bestselling author Lora Leigh revisits her sultry Southern landscape with a story of a good girl gone bad. But she''s not the only one going down that road... New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton lets loose in a story of a hot biker hired to keep an eye on the reckless daughter of a Nevada senator. She''s hooked up with a rival biker gang—a dangerous move that makes the wild beauty more vulnerable than she imagined...

Love burns white-hot in this first scorching romance in an all-new trilogy about a family of firefighters from the New York Times bestselling author of the Play-by-Play novels and the Hope series. Firefighter Jackson Donovan doesn''t look back—as a rule. So when his past comes roaring back to life in the form of not-so-damsel-in-distress Becks Benning, the last thing he wants to do is relive old times. No matter how tempting she makes it seem... Now thanks to his two interfering brothers, Becks is living with them while she looks for a new place and tries to pick up the pieces of her tattoo business that went up in flames. Which means a grown up, smokin'' hot Becks is in his house, sharing meals, and digging up old wounds. And despite his better judgement, the more time he spends with this smart, artistic, incredible woman the more he wants her in his bed—and his future. Becks always had it bad for Jackson. Unfortunately for her, not much has changed--he''s still honorable, hard-working, sexy as sin—and closed off. But there''s more than one way to get to a man''s heart and if Jackson doesn''t want to recall old memories, she''ll just have to help him make new ones. Because now that she''s found Jackson again, she''s not letting him go.

It Just Might Take a Christmas Miracle… All She Wants for Christmas (The Kent Brothers Book One) 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 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… A Rare Gift (The Kent Brothers Book Two) 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 her. But it’s going to take a Christmas miracle for Wyatt to put his trust in love a second time. The Best Thing (The Kent Brothers Book Three) 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—Brody’s got a reputation for loving and leaving. And he’ll have to get creative if he wants to convince Tori that he’s a changed man.

No one brings the sexy out in sports like Jaci Burton, the author of the New York Times bestselling Play-by-Play novels. Now, she puts together a holiday hat trick with three novellas featuring the hottest sports around: baseball, hockey, and surfing—because hard bodies are always in season... Holiday Games For the high-achieving Elizabeth and her husband, baseball player Gavin Riley, failure is not an option. So when it comes to making a baby, they’re not about to let any holiday distractions get in the way of their necessary pleasures... Holiday on Ice It’s the season for giving and superstar hockey player Patrick “Trick” Niemeyer is ready to give dancer Stella Slovinski his heart wrapped up in bow. But he’ll have to melt the ice surrounding her heart to keep her from walking away... Hot Holiday Nights Christmas in Hawaii brings sports agent Tori Baldwin two presents: a young surfer at the top of his game and his business manager. But this hot threesome has to decide if the romantic wave they’ve caught is nothing more than a vacation fling, or the kind of love that could change their lives forever...

He''s a Harley-riding ex-thief...she''s a gun-toting ex-socialite. Together they''ll take the ride of a lifetime in this erotic romance from "an undoubted master."* Mac Canfield was the last man Lily West expected to see again, never mind aim her gun at. But there he was, the bad boy who''d broken her heart years ago-still a thief, hijacking a priceless artifact-and it was all she could do to push aside the memories of how it felt to have his perfectly chiseled body next to hers. Mac was no less shocked to see the beautiful girl next-door again, threatening to shoot him. Little did she know she was blowing his cover. He had to get her out of harm''s way without succumbing to his desire to take her on a hot trip down memory lane. But Lily has no intention of going anywhere with Mac, which means he''ll have to resort to kidnapping. Unless she agrees to let him take her for the kind of ride destined to drive them both unbelievably wild.

In a world seething with sin and seduction, the chase is on. Hunting demons for a living can have its moments. Especially when Shay Pearson’s latest quarry is the gorgeous bronze surfer who just stepped out of the sea. Uncovering Nic Diavolo’s devilish side could prove Shay’s toughest assignment yet. Because while she’s acting as bait to snatch this sexy bad boy, Nic’s got a plan of seduction no woman—earthly or otherwise—can resist. Caught between two warring realms, Nic needs to stay alive long enough to figure out who his enemies are. That includes the beautiful hunter who won’t let him out of her sight. And something far worse: a force of evil with an almost unimaginable goal— possessing Nic’s very soul. But the hunt really heats up when a guy who’s hotter than Hades and a woman who’s afraid of love join forces, igniting an inferno of lust and longing that could send them into mortal danger...or straight into each other’s arms.… From the Paperback edition.

Love is a little wicked and a lot of fun in this sexy romance from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Abby, Blair, and Callie are inseparable best friends who delight in sharing their wildest secrets and dares. But their latest bet is the boldest one of all: Each must sleep with whomever the other two have chosen for her. And come back with every juicy detail… Wicked tells Blair’s story. Blair is the town heartbreaker. Afraid to commit, she''s broken off three engagements. Yet there''s one man she never had the courage to bed—the one who knows her better than anyone. But now, to meet Abby and Callie’s challenge, she’ll have to open up her heart and risk losing the only man she’s ever loved. To read Abby and Callie’s stories check out the novellas Wild and Wanton. This novella previously appeared in the anthology Wild, Wicked and Wanton.

A novel of small-town hearts and big dreams—from the author of Hope Ignites and the Play-by-Play novel Straddling the Line… “PREPARE TO FALL IN LOVE…”—Jill Shalvis Molly Burnett dreads returning to her hometown of Hope for her sister’s wedding, especially knowing she’ll have to endure a weekend with the one man she never wants to see again. It’s only a couple of days, so Molly will try to forget her painful past with high school sweetheart Carter Richards. Because despite the bitter memories, she still can’t forget what they once meant to each other. But when Molly is forced to extend her stay, Carter sees this as his second chance to do things right, to start over again with the only woman he’s ever loved. This time, he isn’t going to let Molly run. Together they’re going to confront the past and put it behind them, and hope for a future as bright as the flame that still burns hot between them.

Love is wanton and unexpected in this sexy romance from New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton. Abby, Blair, and Callie are inseparable best friends who delight in sharing their wildest secrets and dares. But their latest bet is the boldest one of all: Each must sleep with whomever the other two have chosen for her. And come back with every juicy detail… Wanton tells Callie’s story. Callie is the sensible one, but beneath it all she''s a true romantic with the broken heart to prove it. But long-dormant fantasies may just become reality when a new man enters her life, and everything about him is irresistible. To read Abby and Blair’s stories check out the novellas Wild and Wicked. This novella previously appeared in the anthology Wild, Wicked and Wanton.

Moonlust: "During Brianna''s trip to the Ural Mountains of Russia, a life-threatening accident places her at the mercy of a strange, reclusive man. A man whose secrets and unquenchable hunger will change her life forever..."--Publisher description.

Ryder. The man was just as sexy as she remembered him: tall, lean, and dangerous, a demon hunter with the body of a god.… But archaeologist Angelique Deveraux has little time for lust. She’s been hiding a gleaming black diamond, a prize everyone wants—including Ryder—and now she’s running for her life. Hot on her trail is Ryder, a legendary demon hunter she desires but can’t quite trust, a man with an insatiable need for danger and a few dark secrets of his own. As sparks ignite between the rogue hunter and his latest prey, Angie’s world is rocked again when her twin sister vanishes, stolen away by the same dark forces stalking Angie and the black diamond. With Ryder offering protection—and more—suddenly a woman who’s never trusted anyone is falling for a man who isn’t afraid of anything…except losing his heart. Now, as an all-out demon war erupts and Angie’s family secrets unravel, Ryder’s demon hunt and Angie’s quest to save her sister are about to collide. And when they do, it’ll send these two wary hearts on the wildest adventure of their lives—and maybe even save humankind in the process.… From the Paperback edition.

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.

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

Love is the spirit of the season in this exclusive holiday novella box set! A Rare Gift by Jaci Burton 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, it’s not long before they’re keeping each other warm on cold December nights. Mistletoe & Margaritas by Shannon Stacey Claire Rutledge still believes in love, despite losing her husband. So, after two years, she’s not surprised by the steamy dreams telling her it might be time to start moving on. Justin McCormick has loved Claire since the moment he first saw her, but his best friend got there first. Now that Claire is ready to move on with her life, Justin is finding it harder than ever to hide his true feelings. And when they both get caught up in the holiday spirits at a party, their simmering mutual attraction boils over into a night neither of them can forget... It’s Not Christmas Without You by HelenKay Dimon Carrie Anders officially broke up with Austin Thomas when she accepted a dream job in the city. Unofficially, she misses him and is tempted to sneak back to her West Virginia hometown to see him. Austin’s been waiting for Carrie to realize she can’t live without him. But when he hears she’s not coming home for Christmas, he decides to take action. If Carrie won’t come to the country, he’s going to bring a piece of the country to Carrie—in the form of a Christmas tree lot just minutes from her apartment. Their attraction is as hot as ever, but with such contrary Christmas wishes, can either of them get what they really want this year? This Time Next Year by Alison Kent Brenna Keating is on her way to spend Christmas with her grandmother when treacherous roads and a skittish deer put her car in a ditch. Riding to the rescue—literally—is Dillon Craig, a reclusive doctor who insists she weather the storm in his cabin. Soon, the chemistry is sizzling between them. The man is gorgeous, if taciturn, and a true hero in every sense of the word. No woman in her right mind could resist him, and so Brenna doesn’t—even though she can’t stay...

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

What do you do when you catch feelings for your fake fiancé? From New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton comes an accidentally-in-love romance sure to warm your heart. Brenna Bellini will never get married again. She plans to live out her days as a happy, successful, single woman. When she''s chosen to be a bridesmaid in her friend''s wedding at the Bellini family vineyard, she''s thrilled. That is, until she realizes who else is in the wedding party. Brenna''s going to have to spend four days in the company of not only her ex-husband, but also her high school nemesis. She just knows the fact that she''s single and alone is going to be rubbed in her face all weekend long. Well, not if Brenna can help it. She''s going to find herself a fake fiancé. Finn Nolan is thrilled to be offered the job. He''s had it bad for Brenna ever since he came over from Ireland to live at the vineyard. After falling for Brenna from afar for years, this Irish cowboy is determined to show the woman of his dreams that he is her Mr. Right. So what does a confirmed never-getting-married-again woman do when the man of her dreams unexpectedly lands right in front of her? Because for the first time, she might not be able to walk away. This time it might be forever.

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.