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The Sicilian’s Defiant Maid - Carol Marinelli The innocent from his past is his greatest temptation! Billionaire Dante Schininà is suspicious when he’s woken in his hotel room by Alicia Domenica. Ten years earlier, he had to walk away, but the raw sensuality of their last...
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The Sicilian’s Defiant Maid - Carol Marinelli
The innocent from his past is his greatest temptation!
Billionaire Dante Schininà is suspicious when he’s woken in his hotel room by Alicia Domenica. Ten years earlier, he had to walk away, but the raw sensuality of their last encounter is unforgettable. Feisty chambermaid Alicia is still captivating, but cynical Dante is sure she wants something...
Alicia needs Dante’s help finding her missing sister. When he agrees in return for a weekend in Sicily, she can’t refuse, but she’s determined to stay out of his bed. Yet the fire between them ignited long ago... and every second together fans the flames dangerously high!
Ways To Win An Ex - Maureen Child
Can she have her cake... and her ex, too?
Single mum Serena Carey must pull off the ultra-exclusive Carey fundraiser without a hitch. Which is exactly the moment Jack Colton walks back into her life. After seven years, the hotelier is more gorgeous than ever and the chemistry between them still sizzles. Now he’s offering Serena a business boost she can’t refuse... and she’s offering an invitation to her bed he can’t resist! Serena sees her chance to set the terms and change the rules of the game. But is she playing for keeps this time?
Reunited With Doctor Devereaux - Allie Kincheloe
An unexpected reunion... a second chance at love?
Years ago, trauma surgeon Danny Owens broke his promise and broke GP Camilla Deveraux’s heart. Now, Danny is back. The terms of his late father’s will mean they have to work together for the next six months. Danny and Camilla loved each other once and it’s clear there’s still something burning between them. Can they leave the past behind and embrace the bright future they deserve... together?
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ISBN: 9781038983084
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 30 June 2026
Country: Australia
Imprint: Mills & Boon Special Release
Audience: General / adult
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Weight: 250g
Pages: 576
About the Author
I'm a romance writer who believes in happily ever after and the chance to achieve your dreams through hard work, perseverance, and belief in oneself. I'm also a busy mom, wife, employee, and brand new author for Harlequin Desire, so I understand life's complications and the struggle to keep those dreams alive in the midst of chaos. I hope you'll join me as I explore the many experiences of my own journey through the valley of homework, dirty dishes, demanding characters, and the ticking clock. Check out the blog every Monday for fun, updates, and other cool stuff. Carol Marinelli recently filled in a form asking for her job title. Thrilled to be able to put down her answer, she put writer. Then it asked what Carol did for relaxation and she put down the truth - writing. The third question asked for her hobbies. Well, not wanting to look obsessed she crossed the fingers on her hand and answered swimming but, given that the chlorine in the pool does terrible things to her highlights - I'm sure you can guess the real answer.
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