Claire Kingsley Knihy

Scarlett vyrůstala se třemi bratry, a tak není divu, že má víc kuráže než kdejaký chlap v okolí. Její nejoblíbenější činnost? Vyhrát soutěž v pití a pak protancovat noc. O lásku rozhodně nestojí. Když se rozhodne pomoci sexy sousedovi, dělá to pouze ve jménu dobrých vztahů. Devlin je na dně. Manželství, kariéra, pětiletý plán – všechno ztroskotalo kvůli jedné dobře mířené ráně pěstí. Býval miláčkem rodiny a společnosti, teď ale v zapadlém Bootleg Springs hledá ticho, aby si mohl v klidu lízat rány. Jenže Scarlett s jazykem umí i jiné věci a je odhodlaná znovu v něm vzbudit chuť do života, i kdyby to nakonec znamenalo, že se jejich cesty rozejdou. Doporučený věk 18+

A slow grin spread across his face and I had to turn away from the wattage. It was like staring at the sun. The handsome sun that was making my core temperature rise and causing a hormone dump in my brain. - Shelby ThompsonPersonal trainer Jonah Bodine discovers more than he bargained for with the half-siblings he didn't know he had in small-town West Virginia. Not only is his dead father a person of interest in a cold case disappearance, but the entire town seems way too invested in Jonah's happily ever after potential.His summer of solitude in a lakeside cottage is ruined when his matchmaking sister saddles him with an unwanted roommate.Adorable, snort-laughing nerd Shelby Thompson came to Bootleg Springs looking for answers and ends up getting adopted by the town's nosy elders. Maneuvered into sharing a cottage with the handsome trainer, she makes the best of a sticky situation by offering her perpetually shirtless roommate a strings-free summer fling.Jonah is tempted. Very tempted. But Shelby has secrets. And as the Callie Kendall mystery unravels, Shelby's own past comes back to haunt her. The danger is very real and so are the feelings she's developing for Jonah.Pleasure Buttons: Small-town. Romantic comedy. Romantic suspense. Summer fling. Roommates to lovers. Rescued puppies. Family series. Mystery. Happily ever after.

Rough around the edges Gibson Bodine takes his lone wolf image seriously. The tough guy. The bad boy. Gibson lives alone. Works alone. He doesn’t do love. And he wouldn’t have it any other way. In Bootleg Springs—home of moonshine and the nosiest neighbors in West Virginia—secrets don’t keep forever. The truth about what happened to Callie Kendall is revealed, drawing Gibson into the fray—along with his family, and the rest of his hometown. Danger lurks closer than any of them know, threatening Gibson’s chance at happiness. Will the grumpiest man in Bootleg finally find love? And can he put the mystery that’s plagued him for years to rest?

A rebellious figure enters the life of a rule-abiding protagonist, challenging her strict boundaries and beliefs. As their paths intertwine, she grapples with her growing attraction to him, which threatens to upend her carefully structured world. Themes of desire, risk, and the struggle between conformity and freedom emerge as their relationship unfolds, pushing her to reconsider what it means to truly live and love.

June Tucker doesn’t understand people. Numbers, data, and statistics? Those make sense. People? Not so much. In a town of Friday night fighters and moonshine-swilling line dancers, she’s the odd duck. And that suits her just fine. But her sister and friends are pairing off, and the change is unsettling. George “GT” Thompson was at the top of his game—one of the best receivers in football. But a career-ending injury sidelined him for good. Now he’s hoping to find relief in the healing waters of this tiny West Virginia town. And maybe an idea of what life has in store for him next. He doesn’t expect the no-nonsense girl at the hot spring, telling him he’s not supposed to be there. And pointing out his sizeable... equipment. George is fascinated by June, with her head full of statistics and blunt honesty. He appreciates her in a way most others don’t. And when the local missing persons case takes a shocking turn, he’s by Scooby-June’s side as she digs for the truth. He was her fantasy receiver. Now he’s her real-life boyfriend. But as their relationship heats up, June worries she’s not capable of the kind of intimacy he needs. He's convinced his campaign to get her out of her own head—to stop thinking and feel—will work. But his own crisis could drive them further apart.

The story unfolds around a moment of genuine emotion, where a kiss signifies deeper feelings and truths. It explores themes of love, vulnerability, and the complexities of relationships, highlighting the characters' struggles with their own emotions and the impact of their actions on one another. This intimate moment serves as a catalyst for personal growth and the reevaluation of connections, leading to a journey of self-discovery and the pursuit of authentic relationships.

In a humorous and relatable tale, a character finds herself in a precarious situation after making a bold fashion choice. As she navigates the chaos that ensues, the story explores themes of confidence, embarrassment, and the unexpected challenges of modern life. With witty observations and a light-hearted tone, the narrative captures the ups and downs of personal decisions and the hilarious consequences that can follow.

Levi Bailey, a dedicated firefighter, navigates his life feeling like the odd man out among his close-knit group of brothers and their families. While he enjoys their camaraderie, he grapples with the notion that he may never find his soulmate. The story explores themes of brotherhood, solitude, and the search for love, highlighting Levi's internal struggles as he witnesses the connections around him.

The story revolves around Logan Bailey, a charismatic firefighter known for his skills both in firefighting and in romance. His life takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself in bed with Cara Goulding, his fierce rival. This unexpected encounter challenges their long-standing animosity, leading to a complicated mix of passion and conflict between the two. As they navigate their feelings, the tension between love and rivalry creates a captivating dynamic that keeps readers engaged.

The story explores the dynamics between two frenemies who decide to take their rivalry to a more intimate level, blurring the lines between friendship and romance. As they engage in a series of experiments, their relationship evolves in unexpected ways, leading to humorous and heartfelt moments. The narrative delves into themes of competition, attraction, and the complexities of human connections, ultimately questioning whether love can emerge from rivalry.

All those years of adolescent fantasies and this was how Bowie Bodine first touched my boobs. And he apologized. Real life was stupid and unfair.Small town deputy Cassidy Tucker's dating life is a train wreck on repeat. All she ever wanted was a solid partner. A man to share pajamas with. The handsome, big-hearted Bowie Bodine. Wait. Scratch that. Mr. You're-Like-a-Sister-to-Me is not welcome in her fantasies. She and Bowie aren't going to happen-that's been clear for a long time-and as for the rest of mankind? Cassidy's officially giving up on love and adopting cats.Good thing the cold case disappearance of Callie Kendall is heating up to keep her distracted. Except the investigation is testing her friendship with all the Bodines-Bowie in particular. Bowie Bodine knows he can't have his little sister's best friend. He made a promise, and he's determined to keep it. But putting distance between them isn't easy-not when she lives right next door. Having her poke around trying to prove his father's guilt isn't helping either. All Bowie has ever wanted is to be good enough. To shed the No-Good Bodine reputation. It's looking like he'll never be free of that shadow.But one nocturnal animal, a feverish against-the-wall kiss, and absolutely zero pajamas has a way of changing everything.

"I tried to think of something--anything--to calm my raging hard-on. One wrong move and Leah Mae would rub up against it and that was liable to kill me dead on the spot." -- Jameson BodineModel turned disgraced reality TV starlet, Leah Mae Larkin, crash lands in her hometown of Bootleg Springs to lay low while a scandal threatens her career. She can't shake the feeling that her agent--and supposed fiancé--manipulated her into the role of made-for-TV homewrecker. Connecting with her roots is just what she needs, and Bootleg Springs is home to her father, moonshine, and her childhood best friend, Jameson Bodine.Only there's nothing childlike about Jameson--a man who turns scrap metal into art and isn't afraid to throw down on a rowdy Friday night with his brothers and hellcat sister. He might not say much, but still waters run deep. Seeing the ring on his crush's finger? He doesn't like it, but he can't wish it away. No more than he can wish away the trouble his family is in, with evidence pointing to his late father in the cold case disappearance of Callie Kendall. Jameson and Leah Mae are just two friends reliving their summers together, blowing off steam, and having fun for the first time in a long time. But Leah Mae is realizing what's really important in her life, and it isn't what she thought. And sometimes steam turns into sparks--hot as molten steel--and friends aren't just friends.

She's the sunshine to his storm cloud Stoic, growly Evan Bailey has enough on his plate. A growing business, a pack of brothers who drive him crazy, a gossip-loving small town, and a rivalry that runs deeper than any family feud. Love? That's a hard pass. He already learned the hard way that he's better off alone. Fiona Gallagher has a problem. Or more like ten, but who's counting? The trouble with her car is just the cherry on top of the crap sundae, but she won't let that get her down. Besides, she has a plan. Evan Bailey-that brooding custom car builder who happens to hate her father-is going to help her. He just doesn't know it yet. The last thing Evan needs is the overly cheery Fiona crashing into his solitary life. But her offer is too compelling to ignore. Fiona isn't there to pick through the wreckage of Evan's heart. If he has one, he won't let her anywhere near it. But the tension between them is hot enough to combust. And when she starts to see the cracks in his stony façade, she realizes she's getting more than she bargained for-a lot more-in that big surly man. Author's Note: A grouchy, broody loner meets an adorable badass (who talks to her houseplants). It's the grumpy one is soft for the sunshine one with some engine-revving twists. Have a fan ready-you're in for a heart-melting ride.

How long would you wait for the love of your life? The Asher Bailey who comes home to his quirky small town isn't the same man who put a ring on Grace's finger. He's bigger, harder, haunted. Forced to give up Grace and everything else that was good in his life for a prison sentence he barely survived. Now that he's home, he finds himself aggressively welcomed by his brothers and gleefully gossiped about by his neighbors. He'd counted on both. But he never expected to see Grace still wearing his ring. Grace's fairy tale didn't end. It was interrupted. She's spent the last seven years living her life while waiting for one man. Now that he's back, she's got her work cut out for her. He's scarred and angry, and stubbornly convinced they can't be together. She's more than happy to educate him otherwise. Every beer, every prank, every kiss brings him closer to where he's always belonged. In her life. In her arms. In her heart. Asher fears the darkness inside him can't be contained. But Grace won't give up on him without a fight. Author's note: A brooding, wounded hero and the woman who won't give up on him. A pack of unruly, prank-loving brothers. A wild neighborhood rumor mill. Spectacular BFF banter. This is a love story about soulmates that delivers the heat and all the feels. The Bailey Brothers series is meant to be read in order and Fighting for Us concludes Grace and Asher's happily ever after.

A deep-rooted love drives the protagonist to confront challenges and dangers in a desperate bid to protect the woman he has always cherished. The narrative explores themes of devotion and sacrifice as he navigates obstacles, showcasing the lengths one will go for love.

Exploring the complexities of desire and unattainable love, the story follows a boy captivated by a girl who seems just out of reach. As he grapples with his feelings, he navigates the challenges of friendship, social dynamics, and the fear of rejection. Themes of longing and the intricacies of relationships unfold, highlighting the emotional turmoil that comes with wanting someone who feels forbidden. This poignant narrative delves into the heart's struggles and the lessons learned from unrequited love.

He's such a bad idea. This roommate thing is not going to work. Kendra is a messy-haired, pajama-pants-wearing little ball of sass. The first thing she does is try to make friends with my random from the night before-giving her all sorts of bad ideas. I don't date. I don't use words like girlfriend, or I'll text you later. F*ck that. Relationships aren't for me. I'll give a woman a night she won't forget, but once it's over, I'm out. I keep people at a distance, and I have my reasons. But Kendra starts getting under my skin. And when my life crashes and burns-literally-Kendra is the only person I can count on. I'm not built for relationships, and Kendra is not a one night stand. But living with this girl sleeping one room away might just be the thing that kills me. ***Cocky Roommate is a stand-alone hate-to-lovers roommate romance with a definite HEA. It contains mature language and content, and is intended for a mature audience. Fair warning, Weston is a straight up a**hole. Or is he?***

The story revolves around a fleeting connection between two characters, marked by a transformative night that sparks a deep bond. However, this newfound relationship faces challenges, leading to separation on another night. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the impact of time on relationships, highlighting how brief moments can change lives forever.

Home is where the heart beats faster June Tuckers Welt besteht aus Zahlen, Daten und Statistiken. Menschen hingegen sind für sie schon immer ein Rätsel gewesen. Im kleinen Bootleg Springs sieht sie sich als Außenseiterin, nur bei George Thompson fühlt sie sich wohl und angekommen. Doch der ehemalige Football-Star muss nach einer schweren Verletzung sein Leben neu sortieren. Wird er in Bootleg Springs bleiben? Oder scheitern die beiden an ihren Lebensplänen und Unterschieden? Bootleg Springs – die erfolgreiche Reihe der Bestsellerautorinnen Claire Kingsley und Lucy Score

Niemals oder doch für immer? Nora Lakes ist kultiviert, erfolgreich und glücklicher Single. Sie liebt ihr Lebens so, wie es ist, auch wenn es mit der Karriere nicht ganz rund läuft. Ihre besten Freundinnen starten gerade mit Hochzeit, Baby und Eigenheim in einen neuen Lebensabschnitt, doch das ist nicht das, was Nora will. Auch Dex St. James, der unfreundliche Typ von nebenan, Tattoo-Künstler und Single Dad eines Teenagers, passt so gar nicht in ihre Welt. Irgendwie kreuzen sich jedoch ständig ihre Wege. Und plötzlich ist da diese unglaubliche Chemie zwischen ihnen und dann dieser eine Kuss, der Noras Welt zum Schwanken bringt. Dex sucht sein Forever-Match, Nora etwas Unverbindliches. Doch wenn diese Unterschiede aufeinandertreffen, sprühen die Funken ... Flirting with Forever – ein herrlich turbulenter Roman über Prinzipien, die gegen die Liebe keine Chance haben

What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas – oder etwa nicht? Ich hätte dieses Kleid niemals anziehen dürfen, denn es hat mir immer nur Ärger eingebracht. Und wer war Zeuge meiner Blamage? Natürlich wieder er – Camden Cox. Er war der Schrecken meiner Kindheit und hat damals keine Gelegenheit ausgelassen, mich zu ärgern. Heute ist er reich und wahnsinnig gut aussehend. Aber ich kenne diese Typen, die nichts anderes im Sinn haben, als jede Frau ins Bett zu kriegen. Camden hat bei mir keine Chance, da kann er so charmant sein, wie er will. Ich wäre jedoch nicht Sophie Abbott, wenn ich nicht wieder das absolute Chaos verursachen würde. Denn nach einer wilden Nacht in Vegas wache ich nackt in einem Hotelzimmer auf – neben Camden, und ich bin mir ziemlich sicher, dass wir geheiratet haben … Ein turbulenter Roman über die Katastrophen, die nur die Liebe anrichten kann.

Bootleg Springs – die erfolgreiche Reihe der Bestsellerautorinnen Claire Kingsley und Lucy Score Nach dem Tod ihres Vaters erlebt Scarlett eine harte Zeit, doch sie lässt sich niemals unterkriegen. Überall, wo sie auftaucht, sorgt sie für gute Laune. Nur von der großen Liebe will sie nichts wissen. Dann trifft sie auf ihren Nachbarn Devlin, der sich nach Bootleg Springs zurückgezogen hat, nachdem seine Ehe gescheitert ist. Obwohl Scarlett ihn fasziniert, verhält Devlin sich überaus abweisend. Als Scarlett aber seine Hilfe braucht, muss er sich entscheiden: Steht er seiner Nachbarin bei, die so gar nicht in sein Leben passt – oder bleibt er in seinem Schneckenhaus? Eine wunderbare Small Town Romance mit einer Heldin, die jedes Herz im Sturm erobert

Elias Stoneheart, ein Weihnachtsmuffel, muss die bankrotte Weihnachtsbaumfarm seiner Exfreundin Isabell Cook kaufen, um seine Karriere voranzutreiben. Trotz seines Plans, sich von Weihnachten und Liebe fernzuhalten, wird er mit seinen Gefühlen konfrontiert. Weihnachtsgrinch trifft auf Weihnachtscutie.

Was passiert, wenn Rivalen das Experiment aus dem Labor ins Schlafzimmer verlegen? Corban Nash ist ein Daten-Nerd und mit seinem sexy Lächeln und durchtrainierten Körper der Liebling aller Frauen. Zudem hat er eine Theorie entwickelt, von der er behauptet, dass sie zwei Menschen dazu bringt, sich ineinander zu verlieben. Nach zahlreichen Tests an Freunden ist klar: Die Theorie funktioniert. Leider jedoch ausgerechnet bei Corban nicht. Doch er ist wild entschlossen, ebenfalls ein erfolgreicher Beleg für seine Theorie zu werden. Das Problem ist Hazel Kiegen. Denn Hazel lässt sich weder von seinem Charme noch von seinem Sixpack beeindrucken. Und vor allem möchte sie ihm beweisen, dass diese Theorie bei ihr niemals Erfolg haben wird … Falling for my Enemy – ein äußerst unterhaltsamer Roman über die verschlungenen Wege der Wissenschaft, die gegen die Liebe keine Chance hat.

Bootleg Springs – die erfolgreiche Reihe der Bestsellerautorinnen Claire Kingsley und Lucy Score Jameson verbringt seine Zeit am liebsten mit seinen Geschwistern. Alle im Ort halten ihn für einen großen Künstler, doch er zweifelt an sich. Dann taucht auch noch Leah, seine Jugendliebe, wieder in Bootleg Springs auf. Sie ist mittlerweile ein Fernsehstar und mit ihrem Manager verlobt, was Jameson gar nicht gefällt. Doch als sie sich näherkommen, wird klar, dass Leah unglücklich ist und ihr Verlobter sie ausnutzt. Liegt ihr Glück vielleicht gar nicht in der mondänen Glitzerwelt, sondern in ihrer Heimat in Bootleg Springs? Eine wunderbare Small Town Romance über die Magie der zweiten Chancen

Ein Date mit dem Boss – no way, oder? Selene versucht Ordnung in ihr Liebesleben zu bekommen, das bisher ziemlich chaotisch war. Der Mann, den sie datet, sieht zwar gut aus, ist aber leider ein wenig langweilig. Beruflich läuft es bei ihr dafür richtig gut – glaubt sie. Denn ihre Firma wird verkauft, und der Käufer ist ausgerechnet der überaus attraktive Ronan Maddox, mit dem sie vor Jahren eine unvergessliche Nacht verbracht hat. Never fuck the Company, so hat Selene es sich geschworen. Ronan erinnert sich aber auch sofort an ihre heiße Nacht– und lässt nicht locker ... Eine Office Romance über gute Vorsätze und die schönste Art, sie zu brechen

Czasami życie układa się tak niefortunnie, że najlepiej zniknąć na chwilę. Leah Mae Larkin, niegdyś modelka u progu wielkiej kariery, doświadczyła kompromitacji, co skłoniło ją do powrotu do rodzinnego miasteczka. Ucieczka przed skandalem i chęć odpoczynku przywiodły ją do Bootleg Springs, gdzie czekał na nią przyjaciel z dzieciństwa, Jameson Bodin. Dorosły Jameson, który od dawna fascynował się Leah Mae, nie chciał ingerować w jej życie, mimo że zmagał się z własnymi problemami rodzinnymi, w tym z tajemniczym związkiem swojego zmarłego ojca z zaginioną kobietą, Callie Kendall. W małym miasteczku zawsze kryją się tajemnice, a Leah Mae i Jameson, po latach, znów odkryli radość z bycia razem. Wspominając dawne czasy, zaczęli się szczerze śmiać, a ich relacja nabrała nowego znaczenia. To, co wcześniej wydawało się najważniejsze, straciło na znaczeniu, a Leah Mae zrozumiała, że musi wprowadzić zmiany w swoim życiu. Kim dla ciebie jest twój przyjaciel z dzieciństwa?

Beste Freunde – oder doch mehr? Kylie ist selbstbewusst, attraktiv – und hat immer Pech mit Männern. Jedes Date wird zu einem Desaster. Selbst in der Silvesternacht wird sie versetzt. Die einzige Konstante in ihrem Leben neben ihrer Freundin Selene ist Braxton. Sie kennt ihn seit ihrer Kindheit. Leider ist Braxton ein unverbesserlicher Frauenheld. Niemals würde sie etwas mit ihm anfangen, obwohl er bei Schwierigkeiten stets an ihrer Seite ist und sich erst kürzlich von seiner unsympathischen Freundin Hope getrennt hat. Doch seit neuestem ist Braxton noch aufmerksamer als gewöhnlich – oder bildet sich Kylie das nur ein? Eine Best Friends Romance über die großen Fragen von Freundschaft und Liebe