Nichole Chase

Samantha Rousseau is used to getting her hands dirty. Working toward a master's degree in wildlife biology while helping take care of her sick father, she has no time for celebrity gossip, designer clothes, or lazy vacations. So when a duchess from the small country of Lilaria invites her to dinner, Samantha assumes it's to discuss a donation for the program. The truth will change the course of her life in ways she never dreamed. Alex D'Lynsal is trying to keep his name clean. As crown prince of Lilaria, he's had his share of scandalous headlines, but the latest pictures have sent him packing to America and forced him to swear off women-especially women in the public eye. That is, until he meets Samantha Rousseau. She's stubborn, feisty, and incredibly sexy. Not to mention heiress to an estate in his country, which makes her everyone's front-page news. While Sam tries to navigate the new world of politics and wealth, she will also have to dodge her growing feelings for Alex. Giving in to them means more than just falling in love; it would mean accepting the weight of an entire country on her shoulders.

Suddenly Royal

Ree will face the darkest form of betrayal before the year is out.Seventeen year old Ree McKenna has three goals: get through high school, convince her crush she is more than his best friend's little sister, and save money for college. Fate, though, has other plans for her. After the untimely death of her older brother, Ree is haunted by dreadful nightmares and terrifying visions. To make matters worse, Ree has started to suspect that something dangerous is stalking her from the shadows. A night full of frightening surprises leaves Ree with unsettling news. Gifted by the gods with unusual powers, she must devote herself to a battle that could very well lead to not only her death, but the demise of everyone she knows and loves. After all, Ree is the only mortal standing between the Earth and utter darkness.Set in Savannah, Ga, Mortal Obligation is the first book of The Dark Betrayal Trilogy.

Mortal Obligation

Maxwell Jameson Trevor, prince of Lilaria, hates his royal role. Despising the limelight, he takes solace in his art studio and steers clear of any drama. But when one of the newly discovered royals passes away, Maxwell's brother Alex asks him to break the news to the old man's granddaughter. Though he hates to be the bearer of doom and gloom, he doesn't want the poor girl to find out from the tabloids. For Maxwell knows all too well how devastating that could be. Coming from a broken home and modest background, newly ordained Lady Meredith Thysmer has seized her chance to make a better life for herself and her son. She's not afraid to use her best assets to get what she wants. But when the unpretentious yet devastatingly handsome Max delivers his news, her plans for the future come crashing to a halt. In the challenging days ahead, Max's compassion, humor, and steadfast loyalty to Meredith and her son win her over. She quickly finds herself doing something she swore would never happen again: falling in love. And yet Maxwell still refuses to completely drop his guard. Somehow Meredith's got to find a way to seduce this reluctant royal.

Reluctantly Royal

Catherine has spent her life being the perfect princess. She’s kept her hands clean, her head down, and most importantly—men at arm’s length. After all, most men are after only one thing, and for Cathy there’s a lot more at stake than her bed; she has to worry about the fate of an entire nation. But at the rate she’s going, Cathy is afraid she’ll give the Virgin Queen a run for her money. She is tired of waiting for someone good enough to come along. She has a plan, and it all hinges on seducing the one man who seems utterly unimpressed by all things royal. The one man she is tempted by more than any other . . . When David arrives at the royal wedding of his friend, the newly ordained Duchess Samantha Rousseau, he expects to feel uncomfortable and out of his element, but he isn’t prepared to be targeted by Prince Alex’s gorgeous younger sister. With Cathy’s giant blue eyes, killer figure, and sense of humor, it won’t take long before he gives in. But when he finds out just how innocent the crown princess really is, will he play the part of knight in shining armor or the dashing rogue?

Recklessly Royal

From the New York Times bestselling author of Suddenly Royal comes the first in a sparkling new series about America’s favorite royal—the First Daughter. Everyone makes mistakes, especially in college. But when you’re the daughter of the President of the United States, any little slip up is a huge embarrassment. Maddie McGuire’s latest error in judgment lands her in police custody, giving the press a field day. Agreeing to do community service as penance and to restore her tattered reputation, Maddie never dreams incredibly good looking but extremely annoying vice president’s son, Jake Simmon, will be along for the ride. Recently returning from Afghanistan with a life-altering injury, Jake is wrestling with his own demons. He doesn’t have the time or patience to deal with the likes of Maddie. They’re like oil and water and every time they’re together, it’s combustible. But there’s a thin line between love and hate, and it’s not long before their fiery arguments give way to infinitely sexier encounters. When Jake receives devastating news about the last remaining member of his unit, the darkness he’s resisted for so long begins to overwhelm him. Scared to let anyone close, he pushes Maddie away. But she isn’t about to give up on Jake that easily. Maddie’s fallen for him, and she’ll do anything to keep him from the edge as they both discover that love is a battlefield and there are some fights you just can’t lose.

An American Royalty Novel

Bedmates

Book Three of the Dark Betrayal Trilogy (Special Edition Cover) FOR MATURE YA AUDIENCES. This novel contains violence and sexual situations. While darklings ransack the city, Ree and her friends will learn the depth of the gods' manipulations. Unsure of who is really on their side, Ree must accept her destiny and assume the role of leader. The stakes are higher than they've ever been. Death is waiting for them in every shadowy corner. People will die, love will be tested, and the fate of the world will be decided--one way or the other. No more running. No more hiding. The final battle is here. Show more Show less

Immortal Grave

One short week turned Ree McKenna's life upside down. Not only does she have the weight of the world on her shoulders, but she still has to juggle homework, a job, and a curfew. While Ree tries to find her footing amidst the chaos, the Dark Ones and their champion are busy hunting down any humans that have a touch of the gods running through their veins. Allies have turned into foes, and enemies have become stronger. The world is growing darker, but the passion between Ree and two irresistible guys blazes hotter. Romantic ties from a past life will threaten to break Ree away from the love of her life and will cloud her judgment. In order to follow her heart, Ree will break rules put in place by the gods, risking her life and the lives of her friends in an act of Mortal Defiance. Mortal Defiance is book two of the Dark Betrayal Trilogy. "Chase delivers an action packed, romance filled story, with a side of humor, I might add, that will leave you greedy for book 3. Trust me, you're gonna love it!" Mandy, Twimom 101 Book Blog "Nichole's deft hand as a story craftswoman, again shines as she handles the multi-faceted plot line with all it's inherent complexities while maintaining a 'spunkiness' and a dark humour which is intelligent and appealing... "Mortal Defiance" is a resounding success and one that will set the stage for a thrilling finale when book 3 lands." Dean Hayes, Author of The Hambledown Dream

Mortal Defiance

Meena has a secret guarded closely by her family, a secret as dangerous as the sea and buried just as deep. When court-appointed community-service workers are assigned to Flukes, the family-owned animal sanctuary, everyone is on high alert. It doesn't help that Meena finds herself attracted to sexy-as-sin Blake Weathering, one of the new workers. If he wasn't so distracting, she might be able to land Flukes a much-needed cruise-line contract.Blake Weathering, the first in his family to attend public school, has developed a tough image. Unfortunately, it lands him in trouble. Now banned from his high school graduation ceremony, getting his diploma is dependent upon a community-service gig cleaning up fish crap. No diploma, no trust fund fortune, and no way to escape his overbearing father. The last thing he needs is the distraction of a mysterious girl with teal eyes who pulls at his heartstrings.When Blake discovers Meena's secret, they are both thrown into a desperate search for information about her past. Two worlds pull them in opposite directions, and they will have to fight to hold on to all that really matters.

Flukes

A short story from NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Nichole Chase.What does a mermaid ask for at Christmas? Follow young Meena and her father to find out!Approximately 3,000 words.(Originally part of the Christmas Lites II Anthology--reedited and fleshed out.)Includes a large sample of Flukes

A Mermaid for Christmas

From the New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author, Nichole Chase, comes THE ACCIDENTAL ASSASSIN.Ava McKenzie is a creature of habit. Life is passing her by and she has nothing to show for it. She's had the same job since she started college, she orders the same dish every time she goes to her favorite restaurant, and only reads books from authors she knows. There is nothing new or surprising in her life... until her best friend marries a man from London. When her newlywed friend asks her to house-sit while she honeymoons, Ava jumps at the chance. She thinks this could be the very thing she needs to shake up her life. Ava throws herself head first into her new lifestyle; she wants to try everything, go everywhere, and never get stuck in a rut again. Of course, offing a man in a car garage hadn't been one of the things on her list to try.Owen Walker spends every day in a new place with a new case. As one of the most renowned assassins in the world, he has his choice of marks--and he's never failed in a mission. When a new hit takes him back to his hometown, he looks forward to spending time somewhere familiar. What he isn't expecting is to help an attractive, confused American woman find out how she's ended up on a hit man's list.As Ava and Owen dodge bullets, will they be able to escape their undeniable attraction to each other? Or will all of that chemistry blow up in a shower of hot and dangerous sparks?

The Accidental Assassin

Forever Taboo

Karpov Kinrade

Lyla:No one tells you when you're young that you will outgrow magic. It just happens, so slowly you barely notice it until one day it's gone. That's the most tragic part of growing up, I've always thought.And now, as a broke, single mother, it's my job to create the magic. To preserve it and guard the light of it as I pass the torch to the next generation.And I'm failing right now.This has been one of the hardest years of my life. But it's Christmas Eve and I'm doing my best to make it special for my daughter.That's when I hear the voices. Two men downstairs arguing.One is a solid Santa cosplay winner, down to the glint of glee in his eyes.The other man? he is all darkness, hard sexy angles and eyes that suck in my very soul.And they are both about to change my life forever.Lucifer:I will not lose this. One night a year I leave all the stench of fear and pain, and revel in the magic of the human plane while making a few kids happy. Even if it's a little unorthodox.Of course, I also enjoy the irony of it all.The letter was clearly addressed to me, not Santa. The old elf is at the wrong house.In years past, the overgrown elf and I would just squabble a little and move on. I never could have anticipated he would quit his job and leave me with the responsibility of saving Christmas.I'm Satan. I don't exactly have a barn full of reindeer. And if I did, they would most likely be food for my demons, not to use as transportation. Thus begins the strangest Christmas Eve of my very long life.With the help of a sinfully sexy woman who has no idea how magical she truly is, I'm going to make Christmas happen. And maybe show that red obsessed elf a thing or two.

Unholy Night

Find the magic this season. When Gertie Nichols passed away, her estate was given to her great niece, Molly. After making the long trek from Florida to Vermont with her dog Remy, Molly is caught off guard by the attractive groundskeeper her aunt left in charge. At first her lonely holiday seems to be shaping up to be better than expected-until Nate tells her about the Nichols family legacy and the secret of Christmas Hill. As sparks fly and magic blossoms right before her eyes, Molly will have to decide whether to take up the mantle her great aunt's left behind or turn her back on tradition and the man who has quickly garnered space in her heart.

A Christmas Hill Short Story

On Christmas Hill

SAMANTHA ROUSSEAU é uma garota que está acostumada a sujar as mãos. Ela faz mestrado em biologia da vida selvagem enquanto ajuda a cuidar de seu pai doente. Logo, não tem tempo para fofocas de celebridades, roupas da moda ou férias em algum paraíso do Caribe.Quando a duquesa do pequeno país da Lilaria a convida para jantar, Samantha pensa que é para discutir uma doação para sua pesquisa universitária. Mas a verdade mudará o curso de sua vida de uma maneira que ela nunca sonhou.Alex D’Lynsal, príncipe da Lilaria, já rendeu muitas manchetes escandalosas à imprensa. Mas as últimas fotos divulgadas o levaram a fugir para a América e desistir de vez das mulheres. Isto é, até ele conhecer Samantha! Ela é teimosa, determinada e incrivelmente sexy. Sem mencionar que é herdeira de um Estado inteiro, o que a coloca constantemente na primeira página de qualquer jornal.Enquanto Sam aprende a viver em um mundo de política e riqueza, ela também precisa se esquivar de seus sentimentos crescentes por Alex. Afinal, se entregar a eles significaria mais do que apenas se apaixonar significaria aceitar o peso de uma nação sobre seus ombros.

De Repente

Samantha Rousseauová je docela obyčejná postgraduální studentka. Volný čas tráví se svými spolubydlícími, škudlí, aby vyšla s penězi, pečuje o svého nemocného otce a o zraněné dravce v univerzitním výzkumném středisku, kde pracuje, na vysoké škole přednáší ornitologii a opravuje písemky a testy svých znuděných svěřenců. Když do městečka přijedou dva členové královské rodiny z malé evropské země Lilarie a oznámí jí, že je poslední žijící příslušnicí tamního šlechtického rodu Rousseauových, Samanthin život se obrátí naruby. Chtě nechtě se musí rozhodnout, jestli přijme nejen titul vévodkyně, pozemky, nemovitosti i pohádkové bohatství, ale také odpovědnost, která k jejímu budoucímu postavení neodmyslitelně patří. A okouzlující korunní princ Alex jí rozhodování ani trochu neusnadňuje…

Vévodkyně

Du bist alles, was ich nicht bin. Und trotzdem will ich nur dich. Die junge Madison will die Welt verändern und schießt dabei gern mal über das Ziel hinaus. Als sie nach einer Rettungsaktion in Polizeigewahrsam genommen wird, hat ihr Vater, der Präsident der Vereinigten Staaten von Amerika, endgültig genug. Maddie muss Sozialstunden ableisten - ausgerechnet bei Jake Simmon. Der Sohn der Vizepräsidentin und sie könnten unterschiedlicher nicht sein, doch seit einem schweren Unfall ist Jake nicht mehr der perfekte Politikersohn, der er einmal war. Er merkt bald, dass Maddie und ihn mehr verbindet, als er zugeben wollte - auch wenn sie so tabu für ihn ist wie niemand sonst auf der Welt ... "Romantisches Prickeln, Herzschmerz und ein hart erkämpftes Happy End: Dieses Buch hat alles, was das Leserherz begehrt!" Jay Crownover Band 1 der American-Royals-Reihe von New-York-Times- und USA-Today-Bestseller-Autorin Nichole Chase

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