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Here are some newer erotic romance and eroticas, compiled for you and HEA by some of our favorite authors (info provided by publishers and/or their websites):

Cowboy Command (The Cowboy Justice Association) by Olivia Jaymes (Blonde Ambition Press). Sometimes you have to die to be born. One minute Katie is eating lunch with her sister, the next she barely escapes a car bomb meant to kill her. If that wasn't enough, someone sets fire to her home and burns it to the ground. Luckily, Federal agents are going to give her a new identity until she can testify against the man who wants her dead. They change her name to Presley, her hair color to brown, and her shorts and sandals to jeans and cowboy boots. She's not thrilled about being sent to a small town in Montana to hide, but she wants to stay alive. Sheriff Seth Reilly is doing a favor for an old Army buddy. He's promised to watch over a woman whose life is in danger, but he didn't plan on her being so young and beautiful. He's tempted, but she's a bundle of trouble. Seth likes his women calm and sedate. Presley is the kind of woman who would keep him up at night and make him crazy. Too bad he's starting to enjoy it.

The following new releases were compiled for HEA by Desiree Holt, author of Branded by Lust. Her website is desireeholt.com.

Waiting in the Wings by Heather Long (Samhain Publishing). Who can blame Richard for his half-century-long bad mood? For fifty years he's been waiting for his bride to get over the spat that sent her storming away from the safety of his territory. For fifty years, he's missed everything about her—even her whimsical challenges to his authority. It's time for her to come home, but when he gets a lead on her whereabouts, he's stunned. She's dancing in a glitzy, gaudy Las Vegas show. And her memory of him has been wiped clean. Kiki finally has the opportunity to headline at the Arcana Royale, but she's not sure she's happy about it. Especially when a dark, handsome stranger arouses forbidden passions from deep inside the fog of her lost past. Richard has been granted only three days in hostile territory to free his Kiki from the curse binding her mind. Only one problem. When Kiki remembers Richard, she may not forgive him, but if she never remembers, she'll never be free.

Ride a Cowboy anthology by Desiree Holt (The Wild Rose Press). Back in the Saddle: When Molly Hayes' marriage fell apart, she ran home to Hayes Ranch to lick her wounds. What she really wants to lick is foreman Chance McDaniel, the star of all her erotic fantasies. But he had never given her the time of day. Why would he give her his nights? Kink is a mild term for the kind of sex Chance McDaniel enjoys. But he's learned the hard way not all women can handle his darker desires. He aches to give Molly the ride of her life but fears she'll shy away from his wilder ways. Will the past become a stumbling block or will both Molly and Chance, once wounded, climb back in the saddle? Eight Second Ride: Jessie Wade is a tough as nails sheriff until bull rider Kyle Mitchell ends up in her jail. With his bone-melting good looks and seductive voice, he knocks Jessie's defenses down one by one and awakens the sensuous woman she's hidden beneath her uniform. But Jessie can't afford to be soft. Or allow herself to fall for a cowboy who's never in one town longer than it takes to ride a bull. Kyle never backs down from a challenge, but after a passionate night with Jessie, he realizes there's a hell of a woman behind the handcuffs and badge. Can Kyle convince Jessie he can take her for more than an eight-second ride?

The Fifth Favor by Shelby Reed (Berkley). Find out why bestselling author Sylvia Day says this book is a must a read… Inside the walls of Avalon a world exists where a woman's every pleasure, every wish and wildest fantasy is granted by the man of her dreams. Billie Cort, a reporter from the raunchy magazine Illicit, has come to Avalon to interview the club's most popular escort, the breathtakingly sexy Adrian. Expecting nothing less from a place like Avalon, Billie is still stunned at how effortlessly Adrian brings out her sexual side. Adrian, too, is surprised to find himself thinking about Billie long after their interview is over. He is, of course, irresistible, but Billie isn't accustomed to being pursued by unfairly attractive male escorts. Adrian wants her, but soon realizes that she can fill a role in his life that's more than just physical…

Breaking Out by Lydia Michaels (Berkley). Second in the darkly compelling, sexually-charged contemporary romance trilogy, in which two men vie for the mind, body, and heart of a woman who may never give in to their wishes—or her own… Evelyn "Scout" Keats has left behind her painful past of surviving on the streets, and is now living in the luxurious penthouse master suite of Hotel Patras with her lover, billionaire Lucian Patras. But what she doesn't know is the price Lucien paid for her freedom. To protect Scout's life, Lucian cut a deal with a dangerous man from her past, Parker Hughes. He swore to stay away from her for thirty days, even though he knows Parker will be fighting to keep them apart for good and take Scout as his own. Yet neither man realizes that Scout is not about to be used as a prize or a bargaining chip for any man's power play—and she falls back on her hard-earned self-respect and courage to show both men that the only person she truly needs is herself.

Because We Belong by Beth Kery (Berkley). Beth Kery's erotic phenomenon Because You Are Mine, they aroused an "addictive and delicious" (USA Today) romance that dared to break the rules of attraction. In Because We Belong Ian and Francesca return to reignite the exquisite passions that drew them together, and to finally face the intimate secrets that threatened to separate them forever. The secrets of an inescapable past that was one man's darkest mystery—a darkness that seduced one woman and forever held her spellbound with forbidden desire. For both of them, the next step is total abandon.

The following new releases were compiled for HEA by Patricia C. Lee, author of Destiny's Present. Her website is www.patriciaclee.com.

Meeting on Mars: The Complete Novella by E. Davies. On the Mars colony of Byblos, Reilo Smíthé, a prodigy of space nutrition, meets Jay Abram, the current garden expert, working on a vegetable nutrient program. Reilo's offer to tutor Jay on the latest in space nutrition may start a lifelong space romance for them both, or will it just be a one-time fling? As they navigate the murky waters of love and desire, their budding relationship comes under fire from Reilo's discoveries about Jay's experiments, an argument between Jay and his best friend, Pan, and even a renegade in the colony who is being protected by Pan!

The following new releases were compiled by curator Joyce.

The Flesh Cartel, #11: Permanent Record by Rachel Haimowitz and Heidi Belleau (Riptide Publishing). Mat and Douglas's time as Nikolai's wards is finally drawing to a close. Though torn apart by Nikolai's machinations, their fates are still inextricably entwined: they've been sold to the same cruel master, and are united in their desire to go home. But "home" means two different things to the brothers: for Mat, their little bungalow in Nevada, and for Douglas, a swift return to Nikolai and Roger, the only people he believes still love him. But first they must survive their new master. Smythe Hall is a twisted island paradise where Americans affect British accents and slaveboys dress up as slave girls, all at the whims of the rich and megalomaniacal Allen Smythe-Kennedy. Meanwhile, FBI Special Agent Nate Johnson can't let the case of the missing brothers lie. He knows it's a waste of resources to chase ghosts down a cold trail, but after admiring Mathias "Stonewall" Carmichael ringside and at countless afterparties where he was too shy to say hello, he's determined to solve the mystery and bring Mat and his little brother home.

Wild Hyacinthe by Nola Sarina and Emily Faith (Crimson Romance). A deadly lover. His perfect mate. Asher is everything Aria's never dared to imagine: sexy, confident, and rich. But if she convinces him to take her to his bed … her first time may be her last. Incubus Asher Chain seduces every woman he meets whether he wants to or not, and refuses to let anyone grow close to him. Until the alluring, tattooed waitress Aria Hyacinthe admits she's been living in her car. Enthralled by her unusual beauty—and terrified he'll succumb to his deadly, incubus needs—Asher offers her a place to stay.

North and South: The Wild and Wanton Edition, Vol. 1 by Brenna Chase and Elizabeth Gaskell (Crimson Romance). Margaret Hale's life changes dramatically when her father quits his living as a parson in the idyllic New Forest in the South of England and moves the family to the northern industrial town of Milton, intending to become a private tutor. John Thornton is a magistrate and owner of a prosperous cotton mill. Forced to become the head of the household at a young age and driven to keep his family from becoming impoverished again, he's had no time for love. He certainly has no time for a lady who looks down on both him and the industry in which he earns his livelihood.

A Hero in Their Eyes by Tracey Steinbach (Secret Cravings Publishing). Heroes of Trasco County Book 3. Chase is an EMT and Phil is a fireman. To someone who didn't know better, they appear nothing more than best friends. To the people who know them, they're so much more. A major fire at a small town elementary school brings Rachel into their lives. Who knew one little art teacher could make such a big impression? Chase and Phil find out Rachel's up to something and vow to help her. The more they're around her, the more 'friendly' they feel toward her. Do they pretend the opposite, invite her for play, attempt a relationship?

Summer of Surrender by Zara Stoneley (HarperImpulse). Sex is the only thing they have in common. Total surrender the name of the game. When fate leaves James and Kezia trapped together for the summer, her openness is an invitation he just can't resist. The attraction is instant, the sex all-consuming. And as their fantasies become reality, James begins to realise that willing surrender is a far different pleasure to forced submission…

The Fighter's Girl (The Fighters of Absinthe, 1) by Jenika Snow (Evernight Publishing). Izzy Castle's life is anything but exciting. But when her roommate of only six months, Brock Larson, makes a move on her, Izzy decides that a little harmless sex with the cage fighter might be just what she needs to feel alive. But she has seen his other one-night stands do the walk of shame, and Izzy doesn't know if her heart can withstand that humiliation. Brock fights for the underground circuit. He takes what he wants, when he wants it, and makes no apologies for it. He wants Izzy, but it isn't for just one night--what he's used to. Izzy's his, and he will get his knuckles bloody proving that he may be roughened, but when he wants something as badly as he wants her he won't give up.

Making Over Maris by Sabrina York (Ellora's Cave). Wired, Book Three. When über-nerd Jack asks Sara to make him more attractive to women, she can't say no—even though it's an impossible task. He's shaggy and doughy and hopelessly inappropriate. He has no style or emotional intelligence but he's a good person. And a great friend. What Sara never expects? Beneath all that fur and geekiness is a steamy hunk just waiting to emerge. Jack takes Sara's regimen very seriously, working out and losing weight until he feels like a new man. He even complies with her command to shave his beard—because Jack didn't ask Sara to make him over so he would be attractive to other women. He only wants to be attractive to her. They go on a series of fake dates, each hotter and more sinful than the last. It's not long before Sara discovers Jack's secret desire to be dominated and what began as an arrangement becomes something amazing—something that could be real.

Breed True by Gem Sivad (Ellora's Cave). A book in the Eclipse Heat series. Julie Fulton fears she's made a devil's bargain when she agrees to marry Grady Hawks and produce an heir. At the end of a year, child or not, Julie will receive enough money to escape to San Francisco and leave behind her rough existence. Grady intends to breed back to the Scottish features of his father, and Julie's red hair and pale skin are an excellent way to dilute Grady's half-Kiowa blood. If Julie breeds true, their child will prove that the Hawks family is "white" enough to own Texas land. The formula is right, but the outcome, unexpected. Siring a son is the last thing on Grady's mind when he discovers pleasure in Julie's bed. And San Francisco no longer seems like paradise to Julie when she finds heaven in Grady's arms.

Fated to a Cougar by Marisa Chenery (Ellora's Cave). Book four in the Cougar Surrender series. Out on the hunt for the fairer sex, cougar shifter Grady doesn't expect to run across his other prey. As he follows Caleb on a mad dash through Anchorage's dark streets, Grady ends up on the receiving end of a metal pipe to the head. When a police cruiser arrives on the scene, Caleb takes off, leaving Grady in the dirt. As a cop, Sage's job is to protect and serve. But she doesn't expect to be kissed senseless by the sexy man she's trying to help. She can't resist his charm—or his touch on her body—and agrees to see him again. A relationship started on passion changes quickly when tragedy slams into Sage's life. But with Grady by her side, Sage finds the one thing she's been missing.

Savage Satisfaction by Lila Dubois (Ellora's Cave). They belong to him, their lives the price of the protection he provides. William, Lord of Eahrington, is a modern man living a medieval life. For centuries his family has secretly protected Europe's werewolves and werefalcons. Once each generation a falcon and wolf are sent to Eahrington, pledged to spend their lives as his Hunting Pair. Scarred by his past, William locks werewolf Christoffer and werefalcon Mirela away like animals. His fears are confirmed when the falcon savagely attacks him. Help comes from the enticing Christoffer. William must learn to deal with his unexpected feelings for Christoffer while trying to tame the beautiful Mirela. He'd intended to master them, but what's between them is too complex to be controlled. Destined to be together forever, their only hope at happiness is to learn to love one another, but first William must overcome his past.

A Taste of Winter by Gia Dawn (Ellora's Cave). Red Masks, Book One. For the ladies of the Red Masks pleasure waits behind every door…and no one is ever who they seem to be. When Alaina accepts an invitation to Charleston's premier sex club, she has no idea the stranger who makes her scream with pleasure is her micromanaging ex-boss Ryan. But while she couldn't stand his domination on the job, his mastery in the bedroom takes her to whole new levels of pleasure. He forces her to submit to his every decadent demand—including a threesome with his old friend and her new employer, Zayne. While Ryan knows Alaina's true identity, she remains unaware of his deception until the masks come off and she is faced with a decision. Can she continue to submit to his will now that she knows who he really is?

Please, Sir by Sindra van Yssel (Ellora's Cave). Submission Island, Book 3. Sergeant Julia Kelly doesn't know how to reconcile her submissive side with the hard cop she's always been—especially when her lover makes her beg for orgasm. So she dumps him. But the feelings don't go away, and when she receives an offer for a decadent week on Submission Island, she knows she has to follow those feelings, wherever they lead. Surely she just needs a little kink that any Dom can satisfy. Tom isn't in the mood to Dom anyone at the resort. He's felt a connection to Julia he's never felt with anyone else, so topping some random woman has no appeal. When it turns out the woman his friend Roger has tied up is Julia, Tom is gripped by jealousy. He wants to let her explore her desires—but he also wants her heart and her body all to himself.

Dream Cravings by JL Taft (Ellora's Cave). After a vicious attack, Kate fears she can never be close to anyone again, let alone allow another man to touch her. She moves away to the country to hide and recover. But after a couple of lonely months, on the spur of the moment she visits a local animal shelter and adopts a dog that's about to be put down. They share a special bond and she has to bring him home. That's when the dreams start. Dreams of a man with golden eyes who breaks through her barriers with no effort at all, reminding her what desire can feel like. The sex is incredible, at least while she's asleep. But when she discovers her furry companion is really the victim of a centuries-old spell, she fears what will happen when the man of her dreams starts walking around for real.

A Nightmare Come True by Sage Marlowe (Totally Bound). When Michael—Mikey—Fawkes bags himself a job as a handyman for a film production company and meets his favourite actor, gay porn star Colin Meighan, he believes his dream has come true. Colin indeed appears to be a dream turned to flesh. Handsome, young and as insatiable sexually as the roles he plays suggest, he makes his way into Mikey's bed and introduces him to unknown carnal pleasures. A slick lover and sweet talker, Colin also finds a place in Mikey's heart, but as Mikey lets his new lover lure him deeper and deeper into a world of decadent on- and off-screen sex, their indulgences begin to take their toll on Mikey. Curious to find out more about the strange and inexplicable effect Colin has on his sex partners, Mikey discovers that there is a terrible reason why one man alone can never be enough to satisfy Colin's hunger and he realises that dreams can come true—but sometimes nightmares are very real, too.

Ashes to Flames by Nichelle Gregory (Totally Bound). After searching almost a year, Sabria has begun to lose hope she will reunite with her blood-bonded mate, Jai. All she can think about is finding him and reigniting their fiery passion while there is still time. Sabria is overjoyed when she locates Jai against all odds, but her relief is short-lived when she discovers he has no recollection of her and worse yet, he is happily engaged. Jai senses an immediate connection to Sabria the moment he lays eyes on her. Devoted to his fiancée, Jai is wary of the strange bond between him and Sabria. He wants to keep his distance, but finds himself seeking answers to secrets only Sabria can provide. Blindsided by the truth and an unexpected tragedy, Jai knows he needs to somehow set things right before time runs out and he and Sabria are lost to one another once again.

Hollywood Bound by Morticia Knight (Totally Bound). Sweet and innocent 19-year-old Jack has loved the older and more street wise Nick from almost the first time he met him. Nick has taken care of him ever since Jack arrived in New York after he was beaten and thrown out of the boy's orphanage for messing around with one of the guys there. They share a passion for silent films and have dreams of heading west to make their fortunes building sets for the studios. If only Nick felt the same passion for Jack, and wasn't already engaged to a gal back in Philly. Nick's temper sometimes gets the best of him, but that's only because he worries about Jack — Nick is all the poor kid has. But he's also terrified about the way he's been feeling towards Jack lately. They're the kinds of feelings he should be having for his fiancé—Penelope—and never for a man. His only goal is to get them both to Hollywood, where he's sure they'll be rolling in the dough in no time, and where everything will all work out the way it should. Hollywood isn't exactly what they'd thought it would be. There are plenty of gin joints, jazz, money, parties and sex—but everything comes with a hefty price.

If You Can't Stand the Heat by HK Carlton (Totally Bound). An unlikely couple is brought together as celebrity judges on a new cooking show—Sesto Théodore, an American-Italian New York chef, and Syn Fully, a world-weary author of erotica. It's instantly clear that they are complete opposites and their personalities clash, but physically, sparks fly and passion ignites. However, after a video with some rather personal content surfaces on the Internet, Sesto immediately jumps to conclusions and accuses Syn of the breach. Can the arrogant chef forgive and forget, or will his pride leave him out in the cold?

Irresistible Forces by McKenna Jeffries & Aliyah Burke (Totally Bound). Book five in the McKingley series. When desire flows over it makes two head-strong people realise they are powerless under the onslaught of pleasure. Leonardo Wright has been fighting his attraction to the sexy diva that gets under his skin like no other woman. Deyon is one woman who he can't seem to resist. She is a family friend but he wants to take their relationship to another level. But he wants to do so on his terms…however when dealing with Deyon, she plays by her own rules and her passionate nature will not let him do as he wants. Take it slow and easy and build something lasting. Leo gives in and holds on for a journey that will bring him the one thing he wants more than all else—Deyon's heart. Deyon De'clare is not prepared to wait for any man to make a decision for her. Leo wants to be involved with her…and he thinks it will be the way he wants it. He is very wrong.

Saddles and Memories by Bailey Bradford (Totally Bound). Saul 'Salt' Johnson had a crush on the wrong man. No surprise. He doesn't have much experience when it comes to relationships despite his age. Being a cowboy in Montana means keeping in the closet. Getting hired on at the Mossy Glenn changes all of that, and he's beginning to see that maybe he can have more than he's been settling for. He just doesn't expect to find it with another one-night stand. Andy Calder spent years taking care of his brother Destry and helping to raise his nephew, Ty. Now both are gone—Destry passed away and Ty being raised by Andy's spiteful younger brother. Andy hasn't forgiven himself for being manipulated after Destry's death. He just hopes Ty is happy. Andy's working hard to build up the company he'd started with Destry, wanting to leave Ty a legacy he could build on. Things just aren't going as planned, and when he decides to blow off some steam with a sexy, rough cowboy, they end up connecting in a way neither of them ever expected.

The Picture of Dorian Gray by Jenika Snow & Oscar Wilde (Totally Bound). An artist is the creator of beautiful things, but what happens when that art conceals the true nature of one's soul? Dorian Gray, a charismatic and beautiful man, is about to find out that with beauty there comes a cost. Living a life of debauchery, he realises that time and age no longer affect him, not when the evil that is now his life is sucked into the vortex of his reflected self. As Dorian Gray sets out to prove himself to all around him, he realises his acts of vileness and hatred will hurt the people his cold heart has grown to care for. His love knows no bounds, but it is that love that ultimately leaves him alone, only knowing the self-disgust that is now his life. This is a story of a young man who will set out to live his life to the fullest even if that destroys everyone and everything around him, himself included.

The Wolf on the Run by Jorja Lovett (Totally Bound). Book two in the Wild Irish Wolves series. Alpha Rory is determined to protect his pack, including feisty Naomi. How can he get close when she's intent on facing her demons alone? As a police officer and Alpha of the Olcan Hills' pack, being a protector is in Rory Blake's DNA. When Naomi Duffy turned up heavily pregnant and alone, Rory's natural instinct was to look after her. However, her fierce need for independence over the years has ensured they've never been anything more than friends. Naomi has spent too long trying to keep her daughter safe to jeopardise everything for a fling. However, when her past threatens to catch up with her, Rory is the only person she trusts with her life. Thrown together, the couple finally succumb to their passion and it's all too easy to forget the danger lurking in the hills. Do Rory and Naomi have a future together, or will secrets from the past tear them apart?

Touch of the Camera by Anais Morgan (Totally Bound). Luna is prepared to wear next-to-nothing lingerie in front of the camera. She can even handle doing so on a male model's lap. But what Luna isn't prepared for is Shang, the sexy photographer. Shang asks her to move in front of the camera like she's being kissed. Yeah, much easier said than done. However, Luna is connecting with more than the lens, and Shang can feel it too. Neither can deny the attraction, and neither wants to. Luna and Shang want to take their relationship further, but a contract states they have to wait until after the campaign launch. But nobody will know if they hook up in a motel room, or a limo…so why not try it?

Vincent: Part One by Sarah Masters (Totally Bound). Book one in the Vincent serial. Vincent has missed Julian for two years, but now The Master is on his way back… After an altercation with Vincent, Julian leaves the ton as captain of Le Frai de Démon, trading his wares in foreign parts. Two years pass, two years of Vincent abstaining from sex and mourning the loss of his love. Once a month, men gather in Devil's Spawn, Julian's club, and though Vincent doesn't partake in sexual contact, he visits the club as a way to bring Julian closer despite his absence. One night, Vincent's life is turned upside down with the return of Julian. Though his heart tells him to open up and allow Julian in, his pride rears its stubborn head. Will Julian be able to break down the barriers? And will Vincent find out why Julian is really called The Master?

The following new releases were compiled for HEA by Beth Williamson (Emma Lang), author of The Fortune (Malloy series, book nine). Her website is www.bethwilliamson.com.

Under His Spell by Lindzi Bell (Secret Cravings Publishing). Alana West wasn't the woman of any man's dreams. This made her the perfect inside man Garth Jackson needed. At their second meeting, Garth was waiting for the "ugly duckling," he dubbed her, when a beautiful woman sat down across from him. Only when she spoke did he realize it was Alana. He had explaining to do. This was not the woman he described to his colleagues.

Her Venice Affair by Christina OW (Secret Cravings Publishing). After her mother's death and her brother Reno's deportation, Riana is left alone in NYU. Life seems to only get worse when she finds her roommate and her boyfriend having sex in her bed. Distraught and tired of always been the good girl, she takes the billionaire Allan Sinclair Jr., up on his offer to go to Venice with him for a two week affair.

Hurting to Feel by Abby Wood (Abby Wood). Nate Rafferty, grew up on the streets, fighting for survival and dominating everyone. Locked inside himself, he attempts to outrun the darkness that makes him hurt others for pleasure. Until Addy walks into his life and his fight or flight instincts threaten to ruin everything he wants…and he wants Addison.

Best Kept Secret by Stephanie Morris (Stephanie Morris). Two years ago, Maylea "Lea" Ogawa made the worst mistake of her life. However, after the pact she makes with three of her best friends, Maylea is determined to leave the past behind. Accepting a new promotion at work seems to be a good way to start. The problem is she will have to work closely with Knole, and the man is a distraction—a drop dead gorgeous, sexy-as-sin distraction.

Aching to Exhale by Debra Kayn (Debra Kayn). Raul Sanchez, president of the Lagsturns Motorcycle Club, proved himself over the span of eight years to lead the outlaw bikers. No longer able to distinguish right from wrong, the undercover FBI agent is after blood when he finds out the Mexican Mafia took his woman.

Bedroom Games by Jill Myles (Jill Myles). Kandis Thornton isn't afraid to lie, scheme, and sneak her way to the grand prize money on the Reality TV show, House Guests. That prize money is the only thing keeping her mother from losing her house (and thus moving in with Kandis). She needs that money, and if she has to step on a few people to do so? She'll do it. House Guests is a show all about outplaying your house-mates, after all, and she's not there to make friends. But Kandis didn't count on the fact that someone else was going to be playing just as hard as her. And she didn't plan on teaming up with her nemesis, or scheming their way to the top. Nor did she plan on sleeping with him. But these things just happen when you're stuck in a ridiculous house with nothing but time on your hands and a hot guy sharing your bedroom…

Alaskan Exposure by A.S. Fenichel (Ellora's Cave). Finally recovering from a devastating divorce, Charley is given the opportunity of a lifetime when she's offered a job shooting photographs for an Alaskan cruise catalogue. Kyle loves his life. The ship's playboy first officer has his future all worked out and it doesn't involve falling for the beautiful new photographer. The two find passion and comfort on the high seas and Charley learns the joys of being completely uninhibited when the partner is just right. But in eight short days she's going to walk off the ship and Kyle's going to start his next voyage without her. Can Kyle prove to Charley that they're more than just hot sex? Sacrifice is the only way to stay together, but the price might just be too high.

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