When The Music Ends (Hearts in Winter Book 1)

"Shouldn't we introduce ourselves before we get divorced?"With these words, American grad student Breanne Smith secures the attraction of Nicolas Brassard, French banker.Through tragedy, heartbreak and fear, Nick and Breanne forge a bond that takes them from the American Midwest to the shores of France, and into a whirlwind romance that defies sense and reason.Helpless against their passion, they fight for their love, trusting that everything will be all right. But can their love remain true? (lib)

Spring, 1945. The war in Europe is ending, but in New Orleans's French Quarter, the sultry nights conceal an even greater danger to humanity.Standing against the ancient, bloodthirsty evil is scientist Philippe Dumont, who races against time to cure a disease that resembles yellow fever, but is not.Budding researcher Daphne Delaney joins Philippe, hoping to prevent their powerful enemy's plan. But neither Daphne nor Philippe can grasp the scope of the danger they face, nor of the passion they will find in each other.From urban New Orleans to the depths of the bayou, Philippe must chase the monster to save the woman he loves. But the Vampire King will not rest until the lovers belong to him... for all eternity.This steamy romance includes graphic sex scenes and scenes of non-consensual sexual contact.¿ (lib)

All four books in 'Hearts In Winter', a series of contemporary romance novels by Simone Beaudelaire, now in one volume!When The Music Ends: Budding musician Erin James knows all too well the noise of neglect and tragedy, and that her infatuation with her best friend Sheridan's brother, Sean, is doomed never to blossom into something more. Young builder Sean Murphy isn't really in the market for a relationship. He's more interested in helping build his father's construction company. Even if he were, his sister's best friend isn't on his radar. After Sheridan plays matchmaker, a date quickly flares into irresistible passion. But as their love reaches a crescendo, personal tragedies and impossible decisions threaten to end their harmonious, unlikely romance. When the music ends, will the lovers find a way to compose a life together?When The Words Are Spoken: English instructor Sheridan is tired of waiting for her former professor, Michael, to bring an end to their unrequited longing. She finally takes initiative, and asks for the relationship they both want. But what should have been the romance of a lifetime is derailed by secrets each of them tries to keep from the other. Can Michael and Sheridan overcome their tragic pasts and find their way to each other? Because once the words are spoken, there's no going back.When The Heart Heals: Drew truly loved Alyssa, the poor girl from the other side of the tracks. But his dream of becoming a surgeon took him away from her and he had to let her go. Drew never forgot his first love. And when fate brings them back together, he intends to make it for life. But always the trickster, fate has more tragedy and heartbreak in store for the couple. After many secrets and lies, when the heart heals, will they still have a future together?Caroline's Choice: Years past her thirtieth birthday, English professor Caroline Jones's biological clock isn't just ticking, it's screaming. With her boyfriend dragging his feet, Caroline's attempt at an ultimatum shatters their troubled relationship and leaves her no closer to her goals. When Victor, her handsome former student, shows up with an offer she can't refuse, Caroline finds herself having to make an unexpected choice. But is Victor only her baby-daddy, or has the love of her life been with her all along?This contemporary romance collection contains explicit sex scenes. (lib)

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A collection of three contemporary romance novels by Simone Beaudelaire, now in one volume!Baylee Breaking: After a bitter divorce from his childhood sweetheart, Chase moves halfway across Texas in search of a new start. There he finds Baylee: pretty, fragile, and completely uninterested in Chase - or is she? Soon, Chase realizes that there is more to the haunted-looking brunette than he could have possibly imagined. But will she heal his broken heart, or grind the shards into the Texas dust?Si Tu M'Aimes: "Shouldn't we introduce ourselves before we get divorced?" With these words, American grad student Breanne Smith cemented the attraction of French banker Nicolas Brassard. Through tragedy, heartbreak and fear, Nick and Breanne forge an unbreakable bond that takes them from the American Midwest to the shores of France, and into a whirlwind romance that defies sense or reason. But with their diverging futures, can the two make a life together?Where The Wind Blows: Love is far from workaholic music teacher Brooke's radar, until opera singer Kenneth bursts on the scene. Though too many people see their relationship as black and white, the harmony between them hits just the right note. Torn between two irresistible forces, Brooke must delve deep into her heart to find out what she truly values, and who truly values her.The novels in this romance collection contain graphic sex scenes and are not suitable for readers under the age of 18. (lib)

High school love isn't meant to last forever... is it?Drew truly loved Alyssa, the poor girl from the other side of the tracks. But his dream of becoming a surgeon took him away from her and he had to let her go.Drew never forgot his first love. And when fate brings them back together, he intends to make it for life. But always the trickster, fate has more tragedy and heartbreak in store for the couple.After many secrets and lies, when the heart heals, will they still have a future together?This is the large print edition of When The Heart Heals, with a larger font / typeface for easier reading.¿ (lib)

The irresistible harmony between musicians creates a passionate symphony, but past discords and present clashes sour the melody. Can their love finally ring true?When choir director Brooke Daniels catches the eye of handsome African-American opera singer Kenneth Hill, the harmony between them hits just the right note.As their desires crescendo, Brooke's troubled history threatens her ability to commit, while Kenneth's loved ones question their interracial relationship. Torn between their growing love and external pressure, Brooke and Kenneth must delve deep into their hearts to discover what they truly desire. Will they succumb to discord, or allow their love to soar?Note: This interracial contemporary romance contains graphic sex scenes. This is the large print edition of Where The Wind Blows, with a larger font / typeface for easier reading. (lib)

When a place of safety becomes a deadly trap, how can you escape?Part I: Sisterhood of Fear: For roommates Olivia and Taylor, college dreams are quickly becoming a nightmare of missing memories and mysterious disappearances... and the sorority pledges are next.For, Olivia, on the run from a troubled marriage, St. Aggie University's Phi Omicron sorority seems like the perfect escape. But when her husband Ryan turns up to finalize their divorce, they are engulfed in a murderous plot. Can they save their marriage? Can they even save themselves?Part II: Echoes of the Grave: A year after the dark events that took place at St. Aggie's, Taylor's life is returning to normal. She has a loving family and a job she likes. She even dares fall in love with Ronnie, the paramedic who saved her life. But as winter tightens its grip, a new danger arises.This time, Taylor finds herself alone against monsters that stalk her dreams, stealing her sleep and her sanity. With no one to save her, will these nightmares even steal her life?This pair of dark, new adult romances contains graphic sex scenes.¿ (lib)

Bounty hunter Jesse West is on the run from his own heartbreak. That is, until a final request of a dying friend brings Jesse into contact with Adeline McCoy; a stoic mountain girl who awakens his long-dormant desire.Jesse has no intention of forming a relationship, not even with the flame-haired beauty. But though he tries to convince himself to stick to the plan-to escort Addie safely across the Colorado mountains to her aunt-something tells him this girl will not be so easy to forget.Can the couple make their way safely through the wilderness in spite of the danger... and their own insatiable desire?This steamy western romance contains explicit sex scenes.¿ (lib)