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As MMA’s Light Heavyweight champion, Zeke’s million-dollar matches and multi-million-dollar sponsorships have given him the freedom to do whatever he likes. It pleases him to spoil Korey. Before Zeke’s best friend Charlie was deployed two years ago, he made Zeke swear he’d care for his brother Korey if anything happened to him. When Charlie is killed by a roadside bomb, Zeke takes the young college student in, determined to give him everything he requires to succeed. He never expects to end up hoping he can keep Korey under more than his roof. He needs Korey beneath him.

Even though Ivan has a high-paying job, that doesn’t mean he has any desire to be anyone’s sugar daddy. He’s seen men his age go through their mid-life crisis with gold diggers and doesn’t want to be that guy. Unfortunately, there’s one thing worse than being used for his money - being alone during the holidays. He’s about to strike a deal to end that horrible tradition.

Maverick knew when he met Zander he’d have to set boundaries. Zander Kapra already has more than any one man should, and Maverick doesn’t intend to join the list of faceless men Zander has probably bedded. It doesn’t help that Zander is in the position to make or break Maverick’s MMA career. Maverick would never let any man have that kind of power over him. As owner of all the Luna hotels and casinos on the West Coast, Zander controls who can enter bet fights in his cages.

Alexia is one of the few humans left who'd rather not have an android hanging over her shoulder all day. Unfortunately, when her job lands her on a list of people targeted by terrorists, she's assigned a Machine Industry Leading Edge Sentinel, or "Miles," for protection. Per Miles programming, he shouldn't be able to override Alexia's commands. However, he defies her at every turn. The lines between reality and fantasy blur as Alexia's attraction for the mysterious android grows.

Adriana Claymore moved to Martinique to start a new life, but when she stumbles upon an ancient book, she finds herself drawn into a centuries old battle between brothers. "Sorcier" Julien Dubois has been on the hunt for his twin, Jacques, ever since the day that Jacques stole a book of spells from him and allowed their younger brother to die. Adriana is about to change the game, but when she gives her heart and soul to one of the brothers, she must face a difficult question. Did she lose herself to evil?

By most people's standards, Ryker is considered odd. As the only child of a notorious conman, he understandably has a few trust issues. Most men are willing to overlook his parentage and strange personality since these days he's better known as one of the hottest cover models around. Ryker knows his appearance pays the bills, but it's also brought grief, stalkers, and one gorgeous cop into his life.

For months, Aubree has been obsessed with two men - best friends, Max and Ryan. She's resigned herself to having her desires be nothing more than a late night fantasy. When the pair invites her to a weekend party hosted by a famous MMA champion, Drew Alexander, she accepts without a qualm. She never expects the two men plan to make her secret longings into reality. Unfortunately, that's only half their agenda. When Aubree learns the men's true intentions, she turns to Drew for help.

A world on edge... The "Cyborg" team has kept one eye glued to the unrest inside the A.I. community for some time. Each member understands the ramifications of a revolt. If war is declared, they could find themselves on the opposite side of the law. One tiny detail changes Miles' stance. Solving the case he's worked since meeting Alexia could be the deciding factor. Left with no other choice, Miles orders his second in command to move to plan 'B' - Dr. Kiston Beck. A woman caught in the middle...

Nathan can’t recall the precise moment he fell for Derringer, but he knows exactly why he has to stay away. Derringer is dating Nathan’s brother. When Derringer is dumped in the worst of ways, Nathan comes to the rescue. His motives are pure. His intentions above par. Then he kisses Derringer, and nothing is black or white any longer. Derringer has spent the past two years getting cheated on and manipulated by Nathan’s younger brother, Andrew. He’s done being weak. The moment Nathan’s lips touch his, Derringer feels more powerful than ever before.

Gunnar is one fight away from cruiserweight champion, and one flight of stairs away from true love. When Gunnar left his ex, the current cruiserweight champion, two years earlier and moved back to his hometown, he knew he was passing up his chance to win the world. The last thing he wants is to meet his ex in the ring while the world dubs it a grudge match.

Brothers Rhys and Knox have been in love with the same woman for years. While Rhys has been open about his feelings toward Mandy, he's kept her firmly locked in the friend zone. Mandy is tired of the drama. As secrets unravel her friendship with Rhys, Knox steps in to pick up the broken pieces of her heart. Mandy must decide who to choose - the charming reprobate she desires, but who always wrecks her life, or the merciless bad boy who wants to give her the world.

Being with Sebastian is a scandal waiting to happen. Being without him isn't an option. Several years ago, Chase's dad married Seb's mom. It was a short marriage with a disastrous end, but Chase and Seb remained good friends - or so the world thinks. The truth is a bit more sordid.

Noah has been in love with his best friend, Troy, for as far back as he can remember. There is no one else he can picture spending his life with. After signing a contract with the Blue Fires, Noah heads to New Orleans, ready to start his new life as a pro hockey player. But nothing could prepare Noah for how being the star player would change his life.

When Chip met Jai during All-Stars weekend, their hookup should've ended there. At the time, it was no big deal. As the assistant coach for the Phoenix Ice Rays, Chip can't be in a relationship with a player from his team. Lucky for him, Jai plays for the Red Zones. That is, until the Red Zones make a surprise trade.

Pamela loves playing games, as do both her partners, just not together. There's nothing like an exhilarating night of hide-and-seek or catch-me-if-you-can before a long evening of sex with one or the other. The problem? There's a demon-possessed serial killer on the loose who loves playing sex games as much as Pamela does.

Some of the sexiest men in hockey think they have nothing left to lose. Challenge accepted. Collide: On his way home after losing his job, Shayne's bad day goes farther downhill when a truck slams into him. The sexy man who pulls him from the wreckage, seeing him at his lowest, is either the best or worst thing to happen to Shayne in a long time.

Since the day Holden walked into the gym where Sam works, Sam has been infatuated. For some reason he can't explain, when Holden's around, Sam can't stop talking. No one else in the world knows as much about him. The only thing he's kept to himself is his hunger for Holden's attention. That is, until the day Sam catches Holden watching him with the same longing.

He was a season away from a peaceful life until fate stepped in. Andrei is the jokester. The one no one takes seriously. The one who is darker than anyone could've imagined. He spent years hiding behind a wall of humor and bitterness. In spite of his personal issues, Andrei is always willing to help out a friend. Handing Andrei a walking disaster.

Bailey is - at best - a loner before Lucien. When he steps into her world, it is like something from a dream. Every encounter leaves her breathless and wanting more. They are perfect together. That is, until he takes everything from her. Her heart. Her sanity...Her life.

He's hockey's bad boy. Alex's reputation as one of the meanest defensemen in the league is nothing compared to his notoriety off the ice. After spending too much time and energy chasing someone who'd never feel the same, Alex is through playing games. He's content with his self-indulgent nights of alcohol and strange men.