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Annabelle works tirelessly for her father’s mining company, despite their rocky relationship. So when he asks her to travel to the Middle East to complete an important business merger, Annabelle sees an opportunity. It’s her chance to prove her worth, but the culture clash proves difficult for the strong-minded American woman. She’s supposed to work closely with the son of the oil company’s CEO, but Annabelle’s not sure what to make of Imaad. He may be gorgeous, but she refuses to be cowed by his good looks or his old-fashioned ways.

Charlie Wild knows how to score. On and off the field, he’s been a force to be reckoned with since his father taught him how to throw a spiral in the back pasture of Wildhorse Ranch. But a recent injury calls into question his ability to play football and points a finger at his wild child reputation. He’s been given an ultimatum: overhaul his image by renovating his hometown hospital or get off the field.

Juliette’s life is work - she’s ruthless, determined, and has built a reputation for helping difficult CEOs achieve their maximum potential. When she’s scouted by the royal Azhar family to assist the head of their tech division, Sheikh Basri Azhar, she’s eager for the challenge. The company is at a critical juncture, and it will be up to Juliette to keep the brash, young CEO on track. Shouldn’t be a problem - until Juliette meets Basri. He’s handsome, charismatic, and much harder to manage than she could have imagined.

After losing her parents, American artist Elena set out on a trip around the world. Now, in the sultry heat of the Middle East, she's having a hard time imagining returning to real life back home. But with half of her vacation still ahead of her, she and her friend are packed and ready to move onto their next destination...when a chance encounter changes everything. A dark, handsome stranger with a devilish grin catches Elena's eye, but how could she know that an innocent favor is about to change her life forever?

Ranch owner Trevor Wild loves nothing more than spending his day in the saddle riding in the Texas sun. He's passionate about being the latest generation of Wild man to breed quarter horses on Wildhorse Ranch. But in the aftermath of inheriting a bad business deal the Ranch is in serious financial trouble, and this serious cowboy needs to look outside the box to save his family's pride and joy.

All it takes is one night of passion to change your life forever. Layla’s trip to the Middle East started off with a bang. Amid the sultry heat and exotic luxury of Dubai, she shared a single night of passion in the arms of a sexy stranger. Layla can’t say she regrets it, until she walks into her new HR job and comes face to face with her one-night stand. She never thought she’d see the sinfully handsome Sheikh again, but his icy reception makes it clear he wants nothing to do with her.

Star quarterback Marcus Kingston lives and breathes football. He's trusted his abilities and instincts to get him this far, but an injury last season nearly ended his career. When his coaches want him to wear biofeedback technology to analyze his game, Marcus thinks the idea is ridiculous. Plus, the mousy scientist behind the project knows nothing about sports, and she quickly gets under his skin. But with another QB waiting on the sidelines, Marcus can either agree to participate, or be benched - permanently.

The Fedosov family is in crisis. After expanding their mining operations to South Africa, a mob of protesters and reporters gather outside their main building. Alexey Fedosov is in control while his brother, Dmitry, is away. He gives an exclusive interview to one reporter, an American called Desiree Bishop.

When whip smart arguments turn into stolen kisses and stolen kisses turn into steamy nights, Adeline and Nicolo will realize that they’re fighting for more than the fate of a historic hotel. They’re fighting for the chance of life’s greatest adventure: true love.

Moving back to Lockhat Bend wasn’t easy for Marianne Stanton. But the smart and sassy firecracker has come with a plan. She’s going to turn her Aunt’s old Honky Tonk into a sleek and successful brewery in the heart of Lockhart Bend. Proving that while her life didn’t go as planned, she could still take the town that judged her harshly as a child by storm. She’s set out to win the upcoming Battle of the Brews at the county festival. The plan is to do it solo...no matter what the annoyingly hot town sheriff has to say.

Shiekh Rameez Molamid doesn’t believe in love. He only cares about looking out for his interests, and after winning Muharraq Island from the Khalidzack brothers in the wedding bet, he’s certainly proven that he can trust his instincts. But when a feud threatens to tear his family apart, he has to do what he can to make peace for the sake of his elderly mother. Wynifred Fellows, author of the upcoming book Love Solves All, is brought in to heal the rift within the family. The last thing she expects is to feel a spark of mutual attraction for the handsome bachelor, Rameez.

Following a recent merger, American executive assistant Marian is sent overseas to meet with her company’s new Arab business partner. But once Marian sees who she’ll be working with - the handsome Sheikh Omar Almasi - she’s instantly wary of his good looks and brooding demeanor. When circumstances force her to step into her boss’ shoes, Marian is more than ready to prove she should be taken seriously...even if it means working side by side with the surly, sexy sheikh.

The eldest of three brothers, Sheikh Jaymin Khalidizack is mere months away from winning the wedding bet - after all, he’s far too serious to get swept up in romance. The stubborn, arrogant, and simmeringly sexy Sheikh has far more important issues on his mind. But he'll have to reconsider his position when a beautiful party guest’s priceless amulet is stolen on his watch. Tamrin Lewis is everything Jaymin is not - fun-loving, carefree, and full of life. She’s also the daughter of a con artist on the run for his life.

Giovanni DeRose only came back to Las Vegas to work with his brothers in the legendary family tattoo studio. Instead, he’s found himself the leader of a sinking ship, thrown together with a gorgeous woman who won’t back down. But with the threat of closure if he doesn’t turn a profit ASAP, working alongside her may be his only option.

Ex-Navy SEAL Samson Caine has lost everything he's ever fought for - and nothing can bring back his wife. But when he's offered a new mission protecting brilliant, sharp-tongued biochemist Angela McAllister from those who want to exploit the deadly knowledge she carries, he's got no choice but to accept. He couldn't save his first love, but maybe he can finally find redemption keeping the fiery scientist safe.

Chelsea Karnes träumt davon, nach Westen in die „unendlichen Weiten der Prärie“ zu ziehen, seit sie mit zehn Jahren ihren ersten Cowboy-Liebesroman gelesen hat. Als ihr eine Lehrposition an einer „alternativen“ Grundschule in Texas angeboten wird, betrachtet sie es als schicksalshafte Fügung und stürzt sich in das Abenteuer. Auf ihrer vorbereitenden Reise zur Wohnungssuche lässt sie sich sogar auf eine Affäre mit einem Cowboy ein.

Der Milliardär Daniel Trent braucht ein Date für die Hochzeit seines besten Freundes Grayson, aber er hat ein kleines Problem. Seine momentan engste Beziehung ist die zu seiner Homesitterin, Jackie Stone, die er nie wirklich kennengelernt hat. Als er nach einer Geschäftsreise früher nach Hause kommt und Jackie nackt in seiner Badewanne vorfindet, ist Daniel angenehm überrascht, festzustellen, dass die Frau, die er mag, absolut hinreißend ist.

Mila hat ein Problem. Sie ist nicht nur schwanger, sondern dabei, sich in einen Playboy-Milliardär zu verlieben, einen Mann, für den die Arbeit an erster und letzter Stelle steht. Für Mila war schon die Eröffnung ihrer Boutique ein riskantes Unterfangen, eines, das sie weit aus ihrer Komfortzone getrieben hat. Jetzt stürmt Grayson mit seinem Ehrgeiz und seinen großen Plänen in ihr Leben, ganz zu schweigen von seiner endlosen Fähigkeit, ihren Körper dahinschmelzen zu lassen.

Als Serena Douglas herausfindet, dass ihr nichtsnutziger Ehemann sie betrügt, gerät ihr Leben aus den Fugen. Plötzlich ist sie eine alleinerziehende Mutter und kämpft darum, über die Runden zu kommen. Aber sie will alles tun, um ihren Zwillingen ein zauberhaftes Weihnachtsfest zu bescheren und sich selbst zu beweisen, dass sie stärker ist, als ihr Mann sie je glauben ließ. Sie braucht keinen anderen Mann in ihrem Leben. Doch dann kehrt Will Harvey in die Stadt zurück und plötzlich wünscht sie sich etwas zu Weihnachten.

Als Quarterback für die Savannah Sharks hatte James Sullivan immer geglaubt, Football würde seine erste Liebe bleiben. Aber jetzt, wo er seine Tochter allein großzieht, hat er neue Prioritäten. Als die neue Konditionstrainerin des Teams, Daisy Katrakis, ihn auf sein nicht gerade überragendes Spiel hinweist, geraten sie und James aneinander. Er kennt Daisy seit Jahren, und trotz ihrer lästigen Kritik kann er nicht leugnen, wie klug und schön sie ist. Er weiß, dass sie die Situation professionell handhaben sollten, aber es ist schwer, ihre gegenseitige Anziehung zu ignorieren.