A. H. Cunningham

Firecracker Cousins Book One

Alight

Sometimes you think you know yourself until you realize you've only scratched the surface.Mariana Torres Charles is finally ready to fulfill her dream as a bandleader and designer for the up-and-coming Carnival Band LoveVibe for Miami Carnival. The win would be proof that she can follow through on her goals because in love?the follow-through is less than stellar. After a long string of crushed lovers, she is done breaking hearts.When Mason Brathwaite, her forever-friends-with-benefits, needs a date to a networking event to snag a new sponsor for his Student Community Center, she volunteers to attend with him hoping to catch a break from the pressures of dating. But when they meet the mysterious Daniel Robinson, son of Mason's prospective donor and experienced kinkster, she can't help but forget her newfound resolve.Every moment they spend together illuminates her thoughts and desires, but her track record at love tells her it is only a matter of time before their liaison smokes away.With Mason's vying for her heart and Daniel's and Daniel seducing their minds, what can a woman do but succumb to the temptation calling to her? Mariana will deal with the ashes once they come. After all, that's her specialty

Ablaze

Plie

A.H. Cunningham dazzles in this sensual vacation romance exploring what happens when you step out of the office, take a chance on yourself--and discover your deepest desires. Genevieve Raymond was born an overachiever. After opening a hot new hotel chain location in Panama, she's on track for a major promotion. But first, she desperately needs a break, even if her overbearing mother doesn't approve. For two glorious weeks, Gen's giving herself permission to explore the beautiful beaches of Colón--and the stimulating attraction she shares with her sexy-as-hell driver, Adrián Nicolas. After a family tragedy, Adrián's recently shifted his own focus to prioritizing the life part of a healthy work-life balance. To workaholic Gen, Adrián's laid-back devotion to his family's hometown hostel couldn't be more appealing. Their long-term goals might not align, but two weeks in paradise only calls for seductive physical chemistry, and Gen and Adrián have got that, without a doubt. But when their intimate connection flourishes beyond sunsets and spice, Gen finds herself questioning whether the career path she's been on is even where she wants to be. With continents between them, a real relationship doesn't feel possible. Until fate reveals their futures might be more closely woven than they thought, leaving them wondering whether a two-week fling might have what it takes to last forever. From showing up to glowing up, these characters are on the path to leading their best lives and finding sizzling romance along the way. Don't miss these other fun titles from Afterglow Books: The (Fake) Dating Game by Timothy Janovsky The Bookbinder's Guide to Love by Katherine Garbera The Devil in Blue Jeans by Stacey Kennedy Frenemy Fix-Up by Yahrah St. John The Boyfriend Subscription by Steven Salvatore Manila Takes Manhattan by Carla de Guzman Fake Flame by Adele Buck

Out of Office

Sal is about her business, her friends, her video games, and some light criminal activity. When the criminal activity lands her in hot water, she goes to her tried and true methods, but they all fail her. Devon is about his art, his physical therapy, his brother's well-being, and his teaching. When his status in the US is threatened by his tendon injury, he realizes he's going to have to make some hard decisions. His solution? A modern marriage of convenience. Protection for Papers. When both realize they have way more in common than their friendships and passions, a primal connection threatens to upend everything they thought they knew. Can they overcome their past hang-ups and figure out a way forward together?

A Turn in the Air

Aisha McKinney thought she had everything figured out: her dance school Mrs. Brown Dance Studio, was the best in her community, she had the support of her friends and family, and at night she indulged in her other?passions. But when her studio starts losing students and she has to turn to her sex work to keep the lights on, her life takes a turn for the unexpected. He's accepted this was all life had to give. Knox Davenport had an orderly life. Work is expanding, his seven-year-old daughter is flourishing, and after a difficult divorce, he's starting to explore his kink through dominant classes with an experienced submissive. But there is only one obstacle to his peace of mind. His daughter's Ballet teacher. Why does Aisha McKinney, the owner of Brown Dance Studio and her half-baked Holiday dance show, threaten to unravel all of his composure? When Aisha and Knox's goals converge, will they let their pasts dictate their futures, or will they both bend to the needs of their heart?

Plié

Sometimes you think you know yourself until you realize you've only scratched the surface. Mariana Torres Charles is finally ready to fulfill her dream as a bandleader and designer for the up-and-coming Carnival Band LoveVibe for Miami Carnival. The win would be proof that she can follow through on her goals because in love...the follow through is less than stellar. After a long string of crushed lovers, she is done breaking hearts. When Mason Brathwaite, her forever-friends-with-benefits, needs a date to a networking event to snag a new sponsor for his Student Community Center, she volunteers to attend with him hoping to catch a break from the pressures of dating. But when they meet the mysterious Daniel Robinson, son of Mason's prospective donor and experienced kinkster, she can't help but forget her newfound resolve. Every moment they spend together illuminates her thoughts and desires, but her track record at love tells her it is only a matter of time before their liaison smokes away. With Mason's vying for her heart and Daniel's and Daniel seducing their minds, what can a woman do but succumb to the temptation calling to her? Mariana will deal with the ashes once they come. After all, that's her specialty.

When Monica Brathwaite's life's responsibilities are brimming at the edges, she realizes she needs a sabbatical from everything. Packing her bags, she finds a rental home on a remote island where no one's needs but her own come first. When she finds out her only neighbor is a young man who makes all her tendencies to take care of people flare up to life, she has to put herself first. But putting herself first takes a whole different meaning when her neighbor's needs become entangled with hers...Matthew Kwon decided to disconnect from all his distractions and fuck buddies to focus on his newest sex toy design, but he had not expected to have temptation incarnate next door. Never one to be cautious, he pursues his neighbor. However, he needs to reign in his impulsiveness and focus on his design before his investors decide to fire him from his own company. With his livelihood on the line, will he finally settle down to create, or will the lady next door be willing to do some product testing? THIS IS A STANDALONE NOVELLAYou can read this title without having to read The Firecracker cousins series; however, please note that if you do plan to read the series, there's a spoiler in this book for Ablaze and Embers. The spoiler would not prevent you from enjoying the series if you decide to read this novella first.

Toying with Temptation

One hot night at Carnival changes everything. Aayala Campbell and Malik Johnson had known each other since high school, their friendship lasting decades. One fateful October night during Carnival, Aayala decided to let loose, but she never dreamed her best friend would be the man to set her world on fire or that it would change her life forever. Now the consequence of that night has the cutest cheeks Aayala's ever laid eyes on, and after giving birth, she's ready to reclaim herself and her passion for photography. If only her mother could be a reliable babysitter, instead of leaving her stranded with a new baby and all these new feelings... Malik returned to the merchant marines for his next tour weighted by many responsibilities, none bigger than Aayala and his unborn child. The more time he spends away, the more he realizes there is more to life than his job. When Malik comes home from his tour ready to co-parent, Aayala is hesitant to depend on him. His work was his life, and he'll be gone in six months. She tries to keep her distance and focus on her new photography commission, but the embers left behind from that night are about to start a fire...

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