The Fake Date

A woman left for dead fights for survival—and justice—in this chilling psychological thriller. Nine hours and eleven minutes. That’s how long it’s been since Ella Hope was beaten to within an inch of her life and left for dead. She lies, unable to move and praying for somebody to find her, as she counts down the minutes and wonders who could have hated her enough to have hurt her so badly. Was it the man she went on a date with the previous evening, the man linked to the deaths of two other women? Or somebody else, somebody who wants her out of the picture so much they’re willing to kill? Whoever it is, they will pay. All Ella has to do first is survive . . .

Working at Bliss, Sarah Harrison deals with all sorts of-interesting clientele. Yet no one sparks her interest more than Jared Gaines, the ultra-rich, ultra-sexy businessman who frequents her shop, buying delicate little "gifts" for the women in his life.But one day, Jared sends her a gift from Bliss. Then another-and another. So when Sarah walks into his office demanding to know why he can't stop sending her gifts, he makes her an offer she somehow can't refuse: be his fake girlfriend for the weekend while attending his brother's engagement party.Next thing Sarah knows, she's in San Francisco, pretending to be in love with Jared. Not that it's a hardship. Once you get the man away from the office, he's much more relaxed. Sweet. Funny. Even...thoughtful? Oh, and sexier than ever, of course.Their pretend relationship feels very real, very quickly. Soon Sarah's in over her head. Could what she and Jared share turn into something real? Or is it all actually...fake?

When keeping it just friends proves just plain impossible in this Billionaires of Boston novel by USA TODAY bestselling author Naima Simone. “It’s just a kiss, Eve… I’m only holding up my end of the bargain.” As the secret son of Boston's wealthiest, most coldhearted billionaire, Kenan Rhodes knows that everyone is watching him when he stakes his family claim. Proving himself won't be easy and he needs backup. So Kenan makes a deal with his best friend, lingerie designer Eve Burke. She'll help him professionally, and he'll help Eve catch his brother's eye. But soon Kenan wants his gorgeous best friend for himself, crossing that line between fake dates and something dangerously irresistible… From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry. Love triumphs in these uplifting romances, part of the Billionaires of Boston series: Book 1: Secrets of a One Night Stand Book 2: The Perfect Fake Date

Themes: Hi-Lo, Teen girls, friendships, drama, pride, role of women, high school life. Whether they joined the Yearbook Club or they were asked to participate by cranky school counselor, Mr. Crandall, the YC girls become fast friends. Kiki, Marnyke, Nishell, Sherise, and Tia are best friends forever. But all BFFs have their differences. Fights, jealousies, secret crushes-- introducing the gossipy girls of South Central High. Will shy Kiki ever move beyond the shadow of her popular twin? Can Nishell overcome an embarrassing secret? Will Sherise's relationship with Marnyke's ex cause trouble for everyone? Will Marnyke's deep loneliness lead to an unwise decision? And will Tia realize that driving ambition without friendship is hollow? All under 150-pages. Marnyke is a boy magnet. She's the flyest girl at South Central. So why does Darnell dump her before prom at the swanky San Marino Hotel? It's the talk of the school! But Marnyke won't be humiliated and hatches a plan to hook up with Brodey, a hot Spellman undergrad.

Fake dating for all the wrong reasons never felt so right in the next installment in USA Today bestselling author Avery Flynn’s Dating Disaster series.

A psychological thriller from best selling author L.H. Stacey. ‘Dark and dramatic, with an explosive ending’ Diane Saxon 'An atmospheric thriller with a knockout ending!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️' Bestselling author Diana Wilkinson 'The plot twists kept me guessing right until the end' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Nine hours and eleven minutes ... That's how long it's been since Ella Hope was left for dead. She lies, unable to move and praying for somebody to find her, as she counts down the minutes and wonders who could have hated her so much to have hurt her so badly. Was it the man she went on a date with the previous evening, the man linked to the deaths of two other women? Or somebody else, somebody who wants her out of the picture so much they're willing to kill? Whoever it is, they will pay. All Ella has to do first is survive ... Perfect for fans of Teresa Driscoll, Sue Watson, Jackie Kabler and Kendra Elliot. **Please Note: This is a reissue of The Fake Date**

Needed: Fake boyfriend for destination weddingI came out to my parents when I was fifteen. Sadly, this has never stopped my mother from finding lovely young women for me to date. My sister suggests I bring my own date to her destination wedding. Problem is, I don't know how to find dates. The only man I've spoken to recently is my roommate. My way too hot--straight--roommate. My sister says I should ask him to play my boyfriend. It'll be fun, she says. Now I'm sitting next to him on a plane and I constantly have to adjust myself so he doesn't notice that I'm into him. In a few hours we'll be at our hotel, sharing the only bed in the room.I don't know how I'll survive this wedding without exploding. I do know I'll never listen to my sister again. Fake the Date is a 60,000 word standalone m/m romance with little angst and lots of laughter, featuring a tropical island paradise, a not-so-fake relationship, bisexual awakening, a sassy dog and happy endings. Buy now if you need a vacation!

Straight out of college, five friends with a dream joined forces to build success. Ten years later, their exclusive fitness club, Flatiron Five Fitness, is the hottest destination in Manhattan. People flock to F5F to get fit, to get lucky, and even, to fall in love. The founding partners have been immune to F5F's romantic spell-at least, so far... Tyler McKay has a plan... And it doesn't include a serious relationship anytime soon. Between his day job and being a partner at Flatiron 5 Fitness, he's busy investing in the future. But Ty knows that going stag to his sister's wedding will encourage the family matchmakers: he needs a fake date, fast, in self-defense. When the one woman who hates him walks into F5F, Ty knows he's found the perfect candidate-that Shannyn doesn't play by anyone's rules just leaves Ty wanting more... Shannyn Hawke is done with plans and dreams... She had her whole life mapped out, but it all went wrong. Now, she's taking care of number one and living in the moment, with no concern for the future. If her college crush wants to trade a fake wedding date for physical satisfaction, Shannyn is in. But just one night proves that Tyler is everything she believes a guy should be, plus he takes it as a challenge to change her mind about him. Shannyn never wants to have her heart broken again, but she's falling hard and fast. Can she remember that it's just for show? Or will Tyler convince Shannyn to take a chance on forever again?

There’s no such thing as love at first sight… but it’s just as well—lust is way more fun. It’s my mother’s wedding coming up, and the only thing worse than the bridesmaid dress I’m expected to wear is knowing that my ex is going to be there. Two years ago, he asked me to marry him, and I hightailed it the hell out of there. Now, he will either: 1) still be hung up on me, or 2) he’ll have a gorgeous woman on his arm. I can’t decide which is worse. Either way, it’s going to be hella awkward. I know exactly what I need… a fake date—someone to make me look like I’m not a total failure at love. My sister’s best friend is the perfect candidate. Panty-melting gorgeous, smart, and single—and it just so happens that he’s already on the guest list. Whether or not he’ll agree to play pretend is another matter altogether. We have history, but he wasn’t interested in the kind of fun I had to offer. Maybe this time will be different. With the right incentive, he’ll see this little game can benefit both of us. No strings attached, of course. Because lust is all fun and games until someone falls in love.

There's a couple of reasons I shouldn't crush on Zach Stauff.1) He's my big brother's best friend.2) He's my roommate.3) He's straight.None of those things matter when I'm around him and my heart starts beating like crazy. He's been the star of my wet dreams since forever, but to him I'm just the kid who used to eat mudcakes. That is, until he walks in on me playing with a cucumber--without my clothes on. Worse, I was on camera streaming to an online audience when he witnessed the 'cucumber incident.'Now he's probably got a very different image of me.My subscribers say we should make out. They say they'd pay good money for the show.I can't ask Zach to do that.But what if this is my best chance to touch something that isn't a vegetable?Straight as a Cucumber is a 70,000 word Romantic Comedy novel with little angst, lots of laughter, silly animals and sillier men. Knowledge of prior books in the series is not at all necessary to enjoy this one. Buy now if you need a reason to smile today!