Автор: Zuri Day

What a Drake wants…he usually gets!Billionaire businessman and heir to a sprawling Northern California dynasty, Terrell Drake wants to make a difference. Mentoring fatherless young boys at Paradise Cove’s new youth centre fulfils that dream. However, passion of a different kind ignites when he meets Ashley Robinson. The stunning single mother’s manner reads strictly hands-off. But the heat sparkling in her big brown eyes tells Terrell something else.Ashley learned about life the hard way. The up-from-the-streets anaesthesiologist can’t afford to trust the charismatic…

Fire and ice…Real estate mogul Ike Drake Jr. likes women the way he likes his cars—polished, sophisticated and reliable. Quinn Taylor, meanwhile, is as fiery and unpredictable as the red Corvette she drives. From the moment she roars into Paradise Cove, music blasting, they’re like oil and water. And when a judge rules that Quinn must work off the damages in Ike’s office after she broadsides his sedan, the tension between them escalates…before exploding into raw desire.Quinn’s unconventional ways are ruffling feathers in this picturesque town. Yet there’s something compelling…

The reunion they’ve been dreaming ofThe youngest heir to a legendary Northern California dynasty is back in the family fold, gearing up to open his own therapy practice. Life’s perfect—except for the miles that separate psychologist Julian Drake from his longtime love Nicki Long. So when the Broadway dancer returns to their idyllic town, Julian is beyond thrilled. Desire reignites as he and Nicki reaffirm their commitment, ready more than ever for their happy ending.Relocating to New York was the toughest decision of Nicki’s life –even if it meant realizing a childhood dream. Now…

A dazzling dynasty. As the only daughter of southern California’s most famous wine dynasty, Diamond Drake devotes all her waking hours to the family business. Burned by love, she’s sworn to give her heart only to the man who puts a ring on her finger. But self-made construction millionaire Jackson Wright is already sweeping her up in a whirlwind romance. Is he the real thing? Or will the sinfully sexy bachelor prove to be all flash and no substance? A love that’s her true destiny…From the moment he sees her, Jackson is dazzled by the stunning, sultry Diamond. He knows it’s dangerous…

Passion is heating up those arctic Alaska nights!It took nerve for Northern California socialite Teresa Drake to walk away from her family’s famed wine empire. Flying off to Alaska is even riskier–especially when the budding journalist stumbles down a cavern while admiring the spectacular sights. But it’s her gorgeous rescuer who makes Teresa truly reckless. The night she spends with mogul Atka Sinclair convinces her she’s found her soul mate…until her charming lover becomes her worst enemy.Atka has deep ties to his native land. So how can he trust the pampered beauty…

Seduction in the lap of luxury…Stellar business decisions and award-winning wines have helped Dexter Drake turn his family’s luxury resort and spa into the most successful vineyard in southern California. The youngest Drake sibling also has another talent—his legendary prowess with women. He is having too much fun to settle down…until he meets Faye Buckner, a guest at the vineyard’s hotel. And her act of kindness makes it impossible for the freewheeling bachelor to get the beautiful, idealistic doctor out of his mind.Faye has come a long way from her childhood on the mean streets of…

Can this celebrity chef keep his past hidden?Not with a beautiful society reporter uncovering his secret desires!Pierre LeBlanc is a triple threat: celebrated chef, food-network star and owner of the Big Easy’s hottest restaurant. Journalist Rosalyn Arnaud sees only a spoiled playboy not worthy of front-page news. Their sizzling attraction tells another story. But when she uncovers his secret, their love affair could end in shattering…

Only one man can claim this Drake beauty’s heartAfter dazzling the fashion capitals of the world, London Drake comes home to Southern California for a well-earned rest at her family’s resort spa. But a chance sighting of her former lover, international playboy and trending fashion designer Ace Montgomery, sends the headline-making supermodel into seductress mode. Only this time London wants more than a hot fling.Eight years, and Ace still isn’t over the sensual London. Reconnecting with her in West Coast wine country is fraught with risk, and not only to Ace’s heart. She is the ideal…

He held up his cup. “To a great assistant, whose help this week has been invaluable.” “To your family, especially the elders,” Marissa replied, her tone more serious than Donovan’s. “Whose vision made this day, and this moment.” And just like that the moment shifted. Her words produced an awareness of who they were and where they were and what they both felt but continued to deny.Donovan’s eyes darkened as he drank in her countenance, focusing on the lips that she licked when nervous, like now. Her eyes searched his as well, noted the fast beat of his heart evidenced by the…

Will winning the race mean losing her love?The third son of a powerful Northern California dynasty, Nico Drake has dreams of one day becoming governor of his state. First item on his agenda-beating his newest mayoral challenger. Ivy League dazzler Monique Slater is already swaying voters with her innovative ideas… and arousing an irresistible desire in the heart of her unattached opponent. Monique has big plans for the small scenic town of Paradise Cove-plans that don’t include falling for her sexy political rival. Keeping their sizzling relationship under wraps while running against…

The discovery of gold on Drake land significantly increases middle son Warren’s already overflowing coffers. His ranch is the talk of exclusive Paradise Cove.But it’s his gorgeous neighbor who’s arousing the California cowboy’s fantasies. Charli Reed sets a horse like no woman Warren’s ever seen. Instead of pushing him away, her blatant lack of interest only increases his desire to execute the ultimate seduction. . Just because Warren’s rich as Midas doesn’t make the entrepreneur-turned-rancher a hero in Charli’s eyes. And how can she trust a Drake—her family’s most hated…

What could go wrong with their no-strings arrangement? Turns out, everything. When wealthy rancher Adam Breedlove ends up having a sizzling night of passion in Ryan Washington’s bed, it spells trouble! She stands for everything Adam’s against. And she’s his business partner’s sister—a partner with ulterior motives. Is Ryan’s passion a fun fling, or something more…