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Worth the Wait

Jade’s law-enforcing, gun-toting relatives scare off every potential love interest she has in the small town of Moon River, Montana, leaving her frustrated and sexually deprived. Until bad boy Vin D’Angelo roars into town on a bad-ass motorcycle…along with his devilishly handsome friend and business partner, Noah Riley.

For one night of her very sheltered life, Jade gets everything she wants, needs and desires during an intense ménage with the two men. Come morning, though, it’s Vin’s sinfully delicious body she still craves—making him more than worth the wait.

Unfortunately, Vin has come to Moon River to reveal secrets he’s kept for eight years. Shocking revelations that threaten his new bond with Jade when she discovers who he really is…and how intricately he’s entwined with her painful past. 

Reviewer: CYD
Review: Jun 24, 2011
Genre(s): Erotic Romance, Contemporary
When your Uncle's the sheriff, your dad's the Mayor and your cousin the deputy, you definitely know that you have the law on your side. Unfortunately that also means a host of overprotective males, and half if not more of the town looking out for you when you don't want them to. Jade Taylor is tired of men who daren't lay a finger on her out of fear of her relatives. She wants a lot more than mere touching

Simon's Wicked Web

Kate Preston has selected billionaire bad boy Simon Jones as the subject of her final book in a bestselling series of biographies on overindulgent, decadent multimillionaires. She’s intrigued by Simon’s wicked reputation, stunning good looks and raw intensity. Though he pursues her from the onset, studious Kate knows the wildly charismatic Simon is out of her league. He and his ultra-rich friends indulge in decadent, hedonistic adventures beyond her wildest imagination. When they pull Kate into the mix, however, she finds herself secretly excited by their on-the-edge approach to life. But Kate considers herself a good girl at heart. Having been raised by two notorious Hollywood legends, Kate believes finding normalcy in her life is the key to her survival.

Simon challenges her to take a walk on the wild side with him, though, and Kate finds herself being pulled deeper and deeper into his wicked web. Before the biography is finished, Kate will discover a decadent side of herself she never knew existed... But at what cost to her heart? 

Reviewer: Chris
Review: Apr 19, 2011
Genre(s): Contemporary
With the women in her family having chosen careers that involve sex and seduction, Kate has chosen the opposite route for her life. An author of biographies she's is wrapping up a series and has chosen Simon Jones as her last subject. His agreement almost guarantees her book will be a success based on his reputation, bad boy past and heartbreaking good looks. Raised among such earthbound Gods, Kate believe

Stefan's Wicked Ways

Billionaire British bad boy Stefan Van Halderon is a confirmed bachelor who likes the thrill of the chase. But when he sees former lover Anna DeVane at his best friend’s wedding, Stefan is instantly ensnared. Winning over smart and sexy Anna is a challenge, since Stefan once cheated on her. Yet with Anna’s job as a famous gossip columnist on the line because of budget cuts at the American magazine that employs her, Stefan sees a prime opportunity to help her make a strategic career move—while working his way back into her good graces.

Resisting Stefan has never been easy for Anna. The fire still burns bright between them, despite their sordid past. When Anna accidentally buys a date with Stefan at a bachelor auction, she’s lured by his wicked ways once more, and soon caves into temptation. But when aftermath complications with the auction threaten to wreak havoc on her new business venture, Anna refuses Stefan’s help, driving a wedge between them.

Can two independent people with vastly different backgrounds, living on different continents, find common ground long enough to see they’re meant for each other? 

Reviewer: Chris
Review: Apr 19, 2011
Genre(s): Contemporary, Romance
Losing his wingman has made Stefan Van Halderon reevaluate what he wants out of life. With Simon wed to Kate, Stefan is once again looking at Anna De Vane. The one he threw away. A couple once, Stefan cheated on her and that was the end of that. But he's never really forgotten her. Thrown together again Stefan uses his connections to help Anna set up a business venture when she loses her job at a magazin

One Spark

Grace is a domestic goddess in need of being worshipped by her workaholic husband, who is trying to make senior partner. With his focus solely on work, Michael has left Grace lonely and doubting her desirability.

When her former college roommate—the very stylish and statuesque Wilhelmina—stops by the house unexpectedly, she turns a day out by the pool with Grace into an erotic encounter—unwittingly witnessed by Michael! Grace fears the fallout from her tryst, but is Wilhelmina really a catalyst in disguise, the one spark Grace and Michael need to finally confront their marital problems?

*EXOTIKA™ stories focus on a sexual journey or adventure. Although they may contain a romance, they do not have to include that as the primary focus; the relationship does not need to be monogamous or end with commitment. 

Reviewer: Cecile.Smith75
Review: Nov 1, 2011
Genre(s): Contemporary, Erotica / Pure Erotica, F/F
Ms. Ava is a new to me author, but she won't be for much longer. Her writing style - for how short the book is - is truly inspirational. She gives the story heat, conviction and a lot of love. This story touches real situations in the real world. Love, commitment, devotion, and all things that make a marriage strong.... But what is a story without pain, sorrow for lost time, hurt and unforgivable acts? It is

Scandalous

Out of the frying pan and into the fire.

When Kate’s professional reputation is muddied by a nasty scandal, the sexy CEO of her company comes to her rescue. John is a man who always gets what he wants, except when it comes to Kate, who’s been out of his reach for eight long years.

Kate insists she’s innocent of the accusations made against her. As the scandal unravels and shocking secrets are revealed, John finds himself caught between saving his company’s reputation and having all of his wildest fantasies fulfilled by Kate. Wanting Kate has its repercussions. But when a man’s heart and passion are on the line, what’s he to do?

Publisher's Note: This story was previously published elsewhere under the title Archer’s Way. 

Reviewer: Reese
Review: Mar 7, 2011
Genre(s): Erotic Romance, Contemporary
Cute and simple, Scandalous by Ava McKnight was a short story of two high powered execs that had denied their feelings for one another for years. After an incident of sensational import occurs, Kate ends up in the arms of the very man she's been dreaming of. CEO John has a plan to ease the news report about Kate and an alleged affair with her boss. It also enables him to spend time with Kate and confess his f

Jordan Tamed

Charming and charismatic Jordan has watched his two best friends, Sam and Sophie, fall in love. When sexy Bridget declares eternal sexual and romantic bliss is a delusion, Jordan pulls out all the stops to prove her wrong. He’s wanted her for a long time, and now it’s time to prove it.

Since being played by a married man when she was just eighteen, Bridget has denounced all things romantic and no longer believes in happily ever afters—until Jordan. But can a woman whose heart has been cold for so long warm to the ultimate gift of devotion and eternal love?

Publisher’s Note: Contains very sensual female/female exploration. 

Reviewer: Chris
Review: Feb 16, 2011
Genre(s): Erotic Romance, Contemporary
Jordan wants it all now that he knows it is possible. Seeing his best friends Sam and Sophie fall in love has him reevaluating his bachelor ways. And he can think of only one woman to pursue with the ultimate goal in mind. Bridget is off limits emotionally. Party and have a physical relationship? No problem. Played and horribly betrayed at the tender age of eighteen, the happily ever after is just a cruel jo

Vaughn's Bidding

Zora has lived the past thirteen years in an anesthetized state. She logs long hours at work and takes sleeping pills at night, helping her to keep insanity at bay and the howling of wolves from her dreams. But memories of her family, slaughtered by a pack in Montana, haunt her. One night, her troubled dreams are interrupted by a man who urges Zora to return home—and finds an erotically stirring way in which to entice her to do his bidding.

Vaughn is a vampire. He’s read Zora’s thoughts for years, making his desire for her nearly unbearable, especially when she begins to fantasize about him. Vaughn responds in reality, but can his mind-blowing orgasms help Zora call forth the mystical power buried within her? Will their lust be a distraction or will it help them defeat the pack?

Publisher’s Note: This story was previously published elsewhere under the title Keeper of the Night and has been revised for Ellora's Cave.

Reviewer: CYD
Review: Dec 13, 2010
Genre(s): Erotic Romance
Zora has spent years living a half-life. She has been working as an accountant by day, and medicating herself nightly with sleeping tablets; to keep the nightmares and that annoying voice in her head at bay. Years ago she found her family horribly murdered and the shock and her subsequent breakdown meant that she spent years on the psych ward. She vows to never step foot in Wolf Creek her old hometown again.

Satisfying Sophie
Sophie has never had an orgasm. Too much guilt and a horrific teenage tragedy have left her self-conscious about her body. But her two roommates and best friends, Sam and Jordan, find Sophie beyond desirable. Together, they set a steamy seduction into play that awakens Sophie’s passion…and her love for Sam.
 
Both men are more than willing to help satisfy her sexually. To finally free herself from the pains of the past and accept love in her life, Sophie must reveal her darkest secret to Sam. And hope he returns her love, even knowing her deepest flaws.
 
Publisher’s Note: This story was previously published elsewhere under the title A Subtle Seduction and has been revised for Ellora’s Cave.
 
Reviewer: Maria
Review: Jul 8, 2010
Genre(s): Erotic Romance, Menage / Multiple Partners
Sophie Jensen is intelligent, hard working, charming and very attractive. She owns half of a graphic design and advertising company that she started with her best friend from college, Jordan Cooper. Both Sophie and Jordan share a house with Sam Houston, a close friend that they have known since their college days. At the beginning of this novel, Sophie is in the process of being dumped by her b

Island Fantasy
Length: Novella
 
Jersey-girl-turned-islander Jewel spends her days hosting fishing excursions on her father’s boats. After ten years on the island, she’s learned to avoid vacationers with sexy smiles and promises they can’t keep. Until gorgeous J.T. Hollander arrives, a man whose mouth and hands she wants all over her body.
 
J.T.’s just looking for a little R&R on the remote Caribbean island…until he meets Jewel. A beautiful topless woman in paradise is one temptation that’s simply too irresistible to pass up.
 
But a mainlander on holiday has to return to the real world someday…doesn’t he?
 
Publisher’s Note: This story was previously published elsewhere under the title Summer Temptation and has been revised for Ellora’s Cave.
Reviewer: Maria
Review: Jun 4, 2010
Genre(s): Erotic Romance, Contemporary
I loved this story by Ms. McKnight; it was everything that a reader could want in an spicy contemporary romance. The characters are spectacular and the story was a joy to read. The story itself is not long, however, it is told from both the heroine and hero’s viewpoints.   The heroine of this story, Jewel Capriati, is an American girl who moved to this un-named island as a teenager

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