Short Marriage

Though she cannot entirely discount the effects of the head injuries they were both suffering at the time, Mary Russell is delighted by Sherlock Holmes' proposal of marriage. After all, they have become partners in crime, and she has recently come into her inheritance: What remains but to confirm the union with her mentor-turned-partner with the piece of paper?

Her husband’s boss makes an indecent proposal, and there’s no way young wife Chelsea would ever consider it in a million years. Or . . . will she? When her husband goes away for business for the first time in years, Chelsea suddenly feels more alone than she has ever felt in her life… and when his boss comes around to ‘check’ on her, she finds herself in an unexpected situation that could lead to her doing things she never dreamed she’d do. . . Hot wife novella: 10,000 words

Bestselling author Candace Ayers brings you SHORT "lunchtime quickie" reads—condensed romances intended to be read in under 2 hours! Dragon scales and bridal veils—billionaire shifters find their fiery mates! In the high-powered world of Los Angeles, my kind reigns supreme. From the shadows, that is. Power? Check. Wealth? Check. Heirs? Here’s where things get tricky.BfB is my shot at passing on my legacy. And my fortune. With an arranged marriage, I can check the last box on my list. Our union, of course, will be impersonal and unemotional. But when my eyes meet hers, something ...

When Elena Giordano’s world is torn apart by the brutal murder of her father, she’s thrust into the dark, dangerous world of the mafia. Forced to marry Dimitri Esposito—a powerful, ruthless mafia boss—Elena is drawn into a web of deadly secrets and fierce possessiveness. Dimitri claims her as his own, vowing to protect her and her sister from the enemies lurking in the shadows. But his protection comes at a price. Dimitri is everything Elena should fear—cold, dominant, and willing to kill anyone who threatens what’s his. Yet, in the depths of his darkness, she finds herself ...

My first husband died under mysterious circumstances. Some might call it bad luck. I call it survival. Now, I’m arranged to marry Antonio Bianchi, heir to a mafia empire and a man who could destroy me if he learns the truth. Antonio is everything I fear: ruthless, unrelenting, and dangerously irresistible. When I crash his bachelor party to uncover what kind of man he truly is, I think I’m a step ahead. But he catches me. And instead of punishing me, he stakes his claim in ways that leave me breathless. He says I belong to him. That he’ll strip me bare until I have no secrets left. ...

This collection includes The Alien's Mail Order Bride, When She's Married, Pretty Human, and When She's Bold.

Daria never expected her life to become a game of survival, let alone one where her heart is on the line. When the ruthless mafia boss Enzo Esposito claims her as his wife, it’s more than just a marriage of convenience—it’s a dangerous power play in a world of betrayal and bloodshed. Enzo is a man who gets what he wants, and now he wants Daria. But their union is anything but peaceful. With enemies lurking in the shadows, including the sinister Domino, a man who believes Daria belongs to him, Enzo is forced to wage a brutal war to protect her. But the more time Daria spends with her ...

"Little Surrenders" is a dark, mesmerizing short story about a marriage that’s reached its breaking point, and just how far a woman will go to reinvent herself after one too many compromises.

He got a lot more than what he signed up for... Colton Westbrook never thought he’d find himself in this position. At forty, the once-thriving cowboy is struggling to keep his family ranch afloat after his father’s death. The weight of responsibility presses on him, and the crushing loneliness only makes it worse. Desperate times call for desperate measures, and Colton takes a bold step—he signs up for a mail-order bride service. It’s not about love, it’s about survival. Across the country, Samantha "Sam" Davis is trying to rebuild her life after losing her father in a tragic ...

It’s summertime in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Ian has lost his job, while his wife, Parker, thrives in her e-commerce career. Parker’s days are frenetic and full. When she’s not in Zoom meetings, she’s doom-scrolling about the virus or hanging out on Houseparty with her friends. Meanwhile, Ian claims to spend his days looking for a full-time job, but he’s mostly goofing around on Tik Tok and taking their dog, Hutch, for longer-than-necessary walks. What he really wants is to start a family, but Parker still isn’t ready.

A visitor arrives bearing startling news. Unbeknownst to her, the noble bloodline of Robert the Bruce courses through her veins. Ian Murray, a man bound by duty to the Laird, harbors a secret that keeps him from ever considering marriage. But when a woman in distress crosses his path, she awakens the protector within him. Sorcha Hay's life takes an unexpected turn when a revelation upends her world. As a man she's never been fond of comes to her aid, both Sorcha and the rugged warrior find themselves shocked when indifference turns to attraction. Sometimes fate can change the course of ...

All marriages are hard. Many of them fail. Brock Lewis, an evangelical businessman turned self-published author, has the answer. Follow his international bestselling book’s 12-point “Atomic Doctrine” - make eye contact with your spouse? Always! Use the bathroom in front of them? Never! - and you, too, can build a marriage that thrives.

Bestselling author Candace Ayers brings you SHORT "lunchtime quickie" reads—condensed romances intended to be read in under two hours! Dragon scales and bridal veils—billionaire shifters find their fiery mates! I’m not a fan of humans. As a major player in Big Pharma, I’ve encountered my share of swindlers, embezzlers and heartless sociopaths. I don’t expect my new wife to be any different, but duty calls. Imagine my surprise when I’m instantly smitten. But my trust issues run deep. And when I catch her in a lie, I'm determined to uncover the truth. What I find changes ...

In Kenya, when a young American man falls in love with the sophisticated daughter of an African chief, their marriage is strong. But tradition will soon put their union to the supreme test. Gripping and soulful, A Woman's Worth is a tale of cultural divisions, emotional wounds, and a love that struggles to transcend them.

Curvy Girls Mail Order Brides Club: Complete Edition Sassy BBW's match up with ridiculously hunky shifters for scorching hot, panty-melting romance! A dash of danger and suspense, a splash of humor, 6 sexy, curvy girls looking for love, hot, hunky shifters ready to mate and a LOT of romance = 'Curvy Girls Mail Order Brides Club'! Fed up with their love lives (or lack of one) 6 beautiful, sassy women decide to take matters into their own hands and start the 'Curvy Girls Mail Order Brides Club'. But there's something extra special about this club; it's for curvy girls and shifter men ONLY - ...

What Would Her Husband Say…if he knew? Tania’s Best Friend Meghan Warns Her that These Things Can Get Out of Control and Blow Up Your Life! But Tania has reached her breaking point, being cooped up at home every day, wiping grime and clearing dusk and clutter. She decides being a Domestic Goddess just isn’t for her. So, Tania takes a job at the company where her husband works, and his boss immediately takes an interest in her. But he’s not the only one… And like most things of this nature… It's complicated. Hotwife romance, older man young woman, intimate situations. Complete ...

Jim Stenson has been flown to the bohemian island of Formentera for a monthlong gig: writing a screenplay for a famous Spanish director, loosely based on the classic French film Contempt. With his career flagging, Jim is determined to make the most of the opportunity. But the director raises the stakes, pushing Jim to draw inspiration for the script from his strained relationship with his wife Anna.

Bestselling author Candace Ayers brings you SHORT "lunchtime quickie" reads—condensed romances intended to be read in under two hours! Dragon scales and bridal veils—billionaire shifters find their fiery mates! I’m dubbed the king of couture—a title well-earned. So when an upstart designer slings mud at my fashion house, I hit back. Hard. But when I catch sight of my bride-to-be sashaying down the aisle, My angel in white with turns out to be the she-devil herself. With “I do’s” exchanged through gritted teeth, The honeymoon is sure to be a hot one… Scalding passion or ...

The family fortune lies on the shoulders of Everett Grenwald, a refined young omega werewolf in his prime for mating. Disenchanted with love, Everett is ready to run out on the latest alpha suitor. That is, until Everett sees the man assigned to be his bodyguard. Trent Varen, the secret wolf from Everett’s past. Rugged, untameable, a wandering vagrant with nothing that can hold him down. He’s the lowborn alpha who showed Everett a world outside his father’s mansion, and the alpha he had chosen to love – until he disappeared and broke him forever. Will Everett finally get the answers...

Captain Scott Henry thought he understood duty and discipline until he met Sergeant Imani Johnson. Despite the rules and expectations, their connection is undeniable. But Imani's been burned before and knows the risks of falling for an officer. She's convinced Scott's promises are too good to be true. As they navigate their forbidden romance, Scott is determined to prove his intentions are genuine. But when Imani pushes him away, convinced she's safeguarding both their hearts and careers, Scott realizes winning her trust will be the toughest battle he's faced yet. When unexpected ...