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Author: Barbara Freethy
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Romantic Suspense

One dark night brought Damon Wolfe and Sophie Parker together—two tortured souls seeking escape who were never supposed to see each other again.

Four years later, Sophie’s FBI father (who’s also Damon’s mentor) is killed in a suspicious car crash after leaving her a cryptic message: trust no one from the agency. When Damon shows up looking for her, Sophie doesn’t know if he’s friend or enemy. But she knows one thing for certain—he could easily destroy what’s left of her shattered heart.

The last thing Damon wants is to get involved with Sophie again. Walking away the first time nearly killed him. But she’s in danger, her father’s reputation is under attack, and the lives of his fellow agents hang in the balance if there’s a traitor in their midst.

When bullets start flying, they have no choice but to go on the run and off the grid. Everyone in their world becomes a suspect. They’re determined to uncover the truth and prove her father’s innocence—but the truth might be the last thing they expect. And clearing his name might cost them their hearts… and their lives.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Barbara Freethy launches her Off the Grid: FBI Series with this pulse-pounding romantic suspense. Freethy has written over 75 novels and won numerous awards for her compelling blend of romance and edge-of-your-seat suspense. She excels at creating emotionally complex characters thrust into dangerous situations where trust is a luxury they can’t afford. In Perilous Trust, Freethy delivers her signature combination of second-chance romance, conspiracy thriller, and non-stop action—featuring a conflicted FBI agent, the woman he can’t forget, and a conspiracy that reaches deep into the agency they both trusted.

Perfect for fans of Toni Anderson, Rachel Grant, Melinda Leigh, and Catherine Coulter—grab this explosive series starter while it’s free!

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Author: Jennifer Joy
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Regency Historical Romance

He is England’s most wanted criminal… and she is stuck with him. 🎭

Besieged by highwaymen and left for dead in a snowstorm, Fitzwilliam Darcy seeks help—only to get arrested for treason. A split-second decision forever attaches Elizabeth Bennet to his side, and now they’re fugitives on the run. ❄️

When adversity reveals their true character, will Elizabeth regret her impulsive choice? Together they make a daring team, but their nail-biting adventure will be for naught if they cannot catch the real villain in time.

Jennifer Joy reimagines Jane Austen’s beloved characters in this sweet and clean romantic suspense variation. Joy specializes in Pride & Prejudice retellings that place Darcy and Elizabeth in unexpected circumstances while preserving the wit, tension, and romantic development that make the original timeless. Fitzwilliam Darcy, Traitor is the first in her Dimensions of Darcy series of standalone novels, each exploring an alternate reality where everything familiar about these characters gets turned upside down—but their connection remains undeniable.

What makes this special: Austen meets thriller in a Regency romance where Darcy’s a wanted man and Elizabeth’s his reluctant partner in crime! 💕

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Author: Jessica N. Watkins
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African American Urban Fiction

A once blissful day in an Uber turned into utter chaos for Lyfe Miller. 🚗

Ocean was the driver’s name, and it fit her perfectly. Her beauty was endlessly deep, and behind the allure in her eyes was violent turbulence. Despite her youth, life had dealt her a bad hand. She had the eyes of a fighter—determined and unafraid. Her pain was evident in the creases of her brow and the natural pout of her full lips.

Their chemistry was instant and explosive. Their kiss flooded with authentic animalistic passion that tasted like they were meant to be. He could taste the sweetness of her soul and the bitterness of her past. 💋

But some wounds never truly heal and bleed again at the most inopportune moments. Will the wounds of Ocean and Lyfe’s pasts cause their explosive chemistry to fizzle before their opportunity to live happily ever after?

Jessica N. Watkins delivers raw, emotional urban fiction exploring trauma, healing, and the kind of love that refuses to quit despite the scars both people carry. Watkins writes with unflinching honesty about pain and passion, creating characters whose struggles feel authentic and whose connections burn with intensity. This standalone novel examines whether love can truly heal old wounds or if the past always catches up.

Why I’m including this: A powerful exploration of broken people finding each other and deciding if love is worth the risk of more pain. 💔

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Author: Michele Scott
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Amateur Sleuth Mysteries

A swirl of romance, a splash of danger, a finish of murder… 🍷

Nikki Sands is an amateur sleuth with an uncanny talent for uncorking hidden truths. When an obnoxious diner costs her the waitressing job, her life takes an unexpected turn. Enter Derek Malveaux—wealthy, undeniably attractive vintner whose offer of a prestigious position at his vineyard proves too tempting to resist.

With her wine expertise as armor, Nikki dives into a world of opulence and intrigue where every glass holds a secret and every smile conceals a motive. But the lush vineyards of Malveaux Estate harbor more than exquisite grapes—they hold a chilling secret buried in the soil.

On her very first night, Nikki stumbles upon a gruesome discovery: a lifeless body concealed in the bushes, shrouded in fertilizer meant to nurture the vines. 🔍

Suddenly she’s thrust into a heart-pounding investigation, her innocence overshadowed by suspicion. Ordered to remain in Napa Valley, Nikki is trapped in a labyrinth of treacherous twists and enigmatic residents. As she uses her razor-sharp intellect to unravel the truth, she discovers the vineyard’s delicate grapes aren’t the only things at risk of being crushed.

Michele Scott launches her Nikki Sands Mystery series with this intoxicating blend of wine country glamour and murder. Scott combines her knowledge of viticulture with classic amateur sleuth mysteries, creating a heroine who’s equal parts wine expert and detective. Expect gorgeous Napa Valley settings, romantic tension, and mysteries as complex as a fine vintage.

Perfect pairing: cozy mystery fans who love wine, romance, and a clever heroine who refuses to back down!

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Author: Lulu Moore
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Small Town Romantic Comedy

Alexander, Lord Burlington, hates the holidays. But duty calls. 🎄

This year he’s willing to set his feelings aside for his eldest brother who’s just been left at the altar—sending shockwaves through British high society—as they escape London for the snow-capped mountains of Aspen. However, Colorado in December wasn’t the best place for someone who usually out-grinches The Grinch. ❄️

Haven Wylder has spent four years paying off debts her parents left when they died. Between working her ranch, running her Christmas store, and taking every job she can, there’s been no time for fun. But if there’s one thing guaranteed to put a smile on her face, it’s the holidays and the annual gingerbread decorating competition. 🎅

What she wasn’t expecting was the tall, handsome stranger with the accent to die for who—gasp—hates Christmas.

It doesn’t take long for Haven to start changing Alex’s mind. It has nothing to do with her berry red lips, glossy caramel curls, big doe eyes as green as the Christmas trees she’s selling, or the way she fills out her jeans. None at all.

Alexander will never not despise Christmas… but a fling with Haven Wylder might make it bearable. That is, if he can leave her and their unforgettable connection behind.

Bestselling author Lulu Moore delivers a swoony holiday romance featuring a British lord who hates Christmas and the small-town American woman determined to change his mind. Moore specializes in opposites-attract romances with swoon-worthy heroes, strong heroines, and the kind of chemistry that melts even the coldest hearts. This one-night-stand-turned-something-more vacation romance combines British aristocracy with Colorado Christmas magic for the perfect holiday escape.

Grab this festive grumpy-sunshine romance where a Christmas-hating lord meets his match in a holiday-loving cowgirl! 🎁

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Author: Amy McGavin
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Contemporary Romance

Minutes before her wedding, a phone call from her fiancé rips her life apart. 💔

She flees to the Scottish Highlands, seeking sanctuary in Bannock, an idyllic town she visited as a child. All she wants is peace and quiet to mend her broken heart. Instead she locks horns with the grumpy Scotsman who runs her hotel.

She doesn’t recognize him at first, but it turns out he’s Alasdair McIntyre—the first boy she ever kissed. 💋

As a twelve-year-old, he was sweet. Now? His blunt remarks and cocky smirks infuriate her, while her comebacks only reinforce his view that she’s a stuck-up big-city “lass.” She came here to heal, not be provoked by this irritatingly handsome Highlander.

Yet beneath his gruff exterior and admittedly impressive muscles, there are glimmers of another side to the man. She mustn’t let her guard down. Her heart is already cracked. If she lets him in, she risks shattering it altogether… 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Amy McGavin launches her True Scotsman series with this grumpy-sunshine Scottish romance featuring a runaway bride, a Highlander with a chip on his shoulder, and a childhood connection that complicates everything. McGavin delivers emotional depth alongside highland charm, creating heroes with Scottish swagger and heroines who refuse to be intimidated. Expect banter that crackles, chemistry that sizzles, and a setting so atmospheric you’ll feel the Scottish mist.

A swoony escape to the Scottish Highlands where a broken heart meets a grumpy Scotsman—and sparks fly!

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Author: Chase Kilgore
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Men’s Adventure Fiction

The world changed the day the rifts happened. Trolls, elves, and other races from fantasy and myth emerged into a modern world, bringing magic with them. 🧙‍♂️

World governments worked to segregate these new arrivals into refugee camps, which eventually became the nation of De’Vas—a nation of paranormals.

Five years after the rifts first appeared, Asher Grayson was deported (or as he calls it, exiled) to De’Vas since he could use magic. Now he’s trying to carve out a life in District 114. His roommate and best friend is an orc, keeping his dryad boss in line is a full-time job, and the local beastkin gang has it out for him.

As Ash works to hone his magic and navigate this new world, he finds himself in a dangerous situation involving the darker side of De’Vas. With powerful foes after him, Ash must rely on his magic and friends to survive. ⚔️

Chase Kilgore launches the De’Vas Chronicles with this urban fantasy adventure that combines modern-day refugee politics with fantasy races and magic systems. Kilgore creates a world where elves use smartphones, orcs are roommates, and navigating gang politics requires both street smarts and spellcasting. This series blends action, humor, and world-building with romance and multiple love interests.

Warning: contains romance, intimacy and multiple love interests

Why I’m including this: Urban fantasy meets social commentary in a world where magic-users are exiled to their own nation! 🔮

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Author: Lawrence Hill
Regularly $11.99, Today $1.99
African American Historical Fiction

Winner of the Commonwealth Writers’ Prize. “Wonderfully written…populated by vivid characters and rendered in fascinating detail.” —Nancy Kline, New York Times Book Review 📚

Kidnapped from Africa as a child, Aminata Diallo is enslaved in South Carolina but escapes during the chaos of the Revolutionary War. In Manhattan she becomes a scribe for the British, recording the names of blacks who have served the King and earned freedom in Nova Scotia.

But the hardship and prejudice of the new colony prompt her to follow her heart back to Africa, then on to London, where she bears witness to the injustices of slavery and its toll on her life and a whole people. It is a story that no listener, and no reader, will ever forget.

Lawrence Hill delivers an epic historical novel spanning continents and decades, following one woman’s extraordinary journey from slavery to freedom. Hill’s meticulous research and powerful prose bring Aminata’s voice to life with authenticity and emotional depth. Based on the real Book of Negroes—a document recording Black Loyalists who fought for the British during the American Revolution—this novel illuminates a lesser-known chapter of history while creating an unforgettable protagonist whose resilience and intelligence shine through every page.

Published in Canada as The Book of Negroes and the basis for the award-winning BET miniseries of the same name.

An essential historical novel about one woman’s journey from enslavement to bearing witness—at 83% off today!

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Author: Frank Peretti
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Christian Mystery & Suspense

This classic from bestselling author Frank Peretti follows a TV anchorman whose life is turned upside down as he starts hearing voices and discovers supernatural forces at play. 📺

John Barrett, popular anchorman, finds himself suddenly lost in the comfortable world he thought he understood. His producer seems to be hiding something big and lying to cover her tracks. His father’s accidental death isn’t looking quite so accidental. And his estranged son has returned searching for the truth.

On top of all this, John is starting to hear mysterious voices. 👂

Frank Peretti delivers a fast-paced blockbuster thriller with clear understanding of the vast spiritual struggle over moral authority marking every page. Peretti is known for his groundbreaking Christian suspense novels that combine page-turning plots with spiritual warfare themes. Prophet has all the hallmarks of his signature style—conspiracy, supernatural elements, family drama, and questions about truth and moral authority in media. For readers who love thrillers with spiritual depth and protagonists forced to question everything they thought they knew.

A gripping supernatural thriller about a man hearing voices and uncovering conspiracies—faith-based suspense at its finest! 🔥

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Author: Erin Kinsley
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Domestic Thrillers

A MURDER TEARS A TOWN APART. BUT WHO IS THE KILLER? 🔪

‘Brilliant, compelling, heart-wrenching writing.’ —PETER JAMES
‘Full of twists and turns…this is a gripping and compelling read you won’t want to put down’ —HEAT

The pretty market town of Sterndale is a close-knit and caring community—the perfect place for friends Izzy and Laura to raise their children. But their lives are suddenly shattered following a brutal murder at a summer wedding…and everyone is terrified knowing a killer lives amongst them. 😱

Suddenly, Izzy doesn’t know who she can trust while Laura sees suspicion and paranoia spreading through the town. As police search for answers—and relationships begin to unravel—the secrets lurking beneath the pristine surface of Sterndale come to light…and the shocking truth will finally be revealed.

Erin Kinsley delivers a domestic thriller that explores how murder destroys the fabric of a tight-knit community. Kinsley excels at creating atmospheric tension where neighbors become suspects and friendships fracture under pressure. This psychological thriller combines small-town secrets with page-turning suspense, featuring dual perspectives that reveal how differently two friends experience the same traumatic event. Expect unreliable narrators, shocking twists, and a finale that will leave you reeling.

Grab this twisty domestic thriller at 91% off—perfect for fans of small-town secrets and shocking reveals! 🔍

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Author: Joanne Kormylo
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World War II Historical Fiction

Inspired by true stories of WWII, don’t miss this emotional and poignant historical novel debut of courage against all odds. 💪

Poland, 1942. After witnessing the destruction of her hometown in Warsaw, Anna Kowalski joins the Polish Resistance. She’s tasked with smuggling as many children as possible out of the Warsaw Ghetto through the sewers and relocating them to safety. 🕊️

Through her work, Anna meets Johnnie Nowak, an RAF pilot who managed to escape from a prisoner of war camp. He’s not safe in Warsaw, so Anna leads him out of the city to protect him…

But suddenly Anna is caught by the SS and sent to Ravensbrück concentration camp where she’s surrounded by even more horror and despair. A female guard known as The Beast is renowned for her violence toward prisoners, and she’s set her sights on Anna.

When Anna is relocated to a different camp, she finds herself reunited with Johnnie Nowak, the pilot she’d saved. Desperate to escape, the two devise a plan that, if caught, could mean a fate far worse than death.

Will Anna and Johnnie finally find freedom and survive the war together? ✨

Joanne Kormylo makes her historical fiction debut with this powerful WWII novel inspired by true stories of resistance and survival. Kormylo brings to life the courage of Polish resistance fighters, the horror of concentration camps, and the human capacity for hope in the darkest circumstances. Perfect for fans of Anna Stuart and Soraya M Lane who love emotionally resonant WWII fiction featuring heroic women and against-all-odds survival.

An inspiring WWII debut at 92% off—courage, resistance, and survival against impossible odds! 🌟

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Author: Mary Ellen Taylor
Regularly $5.99, Today $2.99
Sisters Fiction

In this poignant story about the complex connections between family, one woman must decide what she wants her life to look like—and who she wants by her side. 💫

After a tumultuous childhood she couldn’t control, Addie Morgan is finally living her own life. She’s left old pressures behind for a job at a country vineyard, and she finds more than just work with the vineyard’s owner, Scott.

But as things are looking up, her family comes crashing down. When Addie’s sister gives birth to a baby she can’t raise, she leans on Addie for help. Unable to refuse in a time of crisis, Addie returns home to Alexandria to take care of everything she tried so hard to forget.

As she learns to tend to her niece and her aunt’s architectural salvage yard, Addie stumbles across something else that needs her attention: a history dating back to colonial Virginia…and a witch bottle allegedly holding a generations-old curse. 🔮

If Addie can follow the clues to uncover what’s plagued her family’s past, she might help save the future she’s only just started to build.

Mary Ellen Taylor launches her Alexandria series with this multi-layered family drama combining present-day struggles with historical mystery. Taylor weaves together family obligations, second chances at love, and historical secrets that span centuries. Her novels explore how the past shapes the present and how understanding family history can break generational patterns. Expect emotional depth, architectural salvage treasures, and mysteries that connect colonial Virginia to modern-day dilemmas.

A moving family drama with historical mystery—past secrets meet present healing in this compelling series starter! 📚

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