Bøger af Lorelei James

Roped In: A Blacktop Cowboys(R) NovellaAmbition has always been his biggest downfall...until he meets her.World champion bulldogger Sutton Grant works hard on the road, but his quiet charm has earned the nickname "The Saint" because he's never been the love 'em and leave 'em type with the ladies. When he's sidelined by an injury, he needs help keeping his horse in competition shape, but he fears trying to sweet-talk premier horse trainer London Gradsky is a losing proposition--because the woman sorta despises him.London is humiliated when her boyfriend dumps her for a rodeo queen. What makes the situation worse? She's forced to see the lovebirds on the rodeo circuit every weekend. In an attempt to save face, London agrees to assist the notoriously mild, but ruggedly handsome Sutton Grant with his horse training problem on one condition: Sutton has to pretend to be her new boyfriend.But make believe doesn't last long between the sassy cowgirl and the laid-back bulldogger. When the attraction between them ignites, London learns that sexy Sutton is no Saint when that bedroom door closes; he's the red-hot lover she's always dreamed of.The more time they spend together, the more Sutton realizes he wouldn't mind being roped and tied to the rough and tumble cowgirl for real...

When passion turns into love, three is never a crowd.

Rough Riders short story featuring Cord and AJ McKay 5 kids4 horses3 ranch animals2 busy parents...and 1 very annoyed wife. Perfect marriage? Think again... AJ McKay is at her wit's end with her husband. In recent months, the randy man who continually has his hands on her somewhere, has become very hands off. It seems the dog receives more daily attention than she does. But the real kicker? Cord hasn't appeared to notice the distance growing between them.Cord can't believe his ears when he overhears his wife complaining about him and his failure to fondle her at every opportunity. While he admits he's been distracted, AJ might've exaggerated his inattentiveness toward her...hasn't she?It's up to him to remind AJ that he's very hands-on with problem solving. Especially when it comes to her.

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Lorelei James comes a crossover story in her Rough Riders/Blacktop Cowboys(R) series...A May-December romance hotter than the 4th of July...Bull rider Justin Donohue spent his youth hell-bent on winning world championships. After hitting the big 4-0, Justin takes a job at the Grade A Ranch and Rodeo School, where he immediately locks horns (and lips) with the sexy, sassy Callie-a 22-year-old cowgirl set on seducing him. Discovering their age difference doesn't deter Callie; neither does Justin's warning that she deserves more than a busted-up former rodeo cowboy.From the moment Callie Morgan encounters the hot-as-fire new ranch hand, she knows his gruff manner is an attempt to mask his attraction to her. But she's never backed down from a challenge, especially not when Justin's actions speak louder than his denials. Callie doesn't give a damn that he's older than her or what others might think of their relationship. The uptight cowboy needs to relax and she'll do whatever it takes to loosen him up, proving there are no age restrictions when it comes to lust...or to falling in love.

Where there's smoke... Stirling Gradsky abandoned the corporate rat race for a more laidback lifestyle. So it's ironic she's stuck working with a hard-bodied, know-it-all scientist who treats her like a stoner instead of a stone cold business woman capable of running a large scale cannabis operation. Dr. Hot and Tattooed with the big...brain needs to stop sampling their product; he's under the half-baked idea that he's the boss. Dr. Liam Argent's doctorate isn't in chemistry, but from the moment he meets his sexy new coworker, there's enough heat between them to short out all the lights in the grow house. First item on his agenda? Clearing up the sassy, blunt blonde's hazy notion that she's in charge. Sparks fly as their attraction blazes. But can they weed out their differences without getting burned?

From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Lorelei James, a new steamy story of the Blacktop Cowboys... Never challenge a cowboy to a little naughty competition... A flirty game of sexual truth or dare between best man, Wynton Grant, and maid of honor, Melissa Lockhart during their BFF's wedding reception results in a steamy hookup. But their plans for a one and done change when a family crisis leaves Wyn shorthanded at the Grant Ranch. Experienced horsewoman Mel volunteers to help out and gets way more than she bargained for living under the same roof as the sexy rancher. Playing house has never appealed to Wyn...until now. But the feisty redhead is keeping secrets and Wyn's not above stripping her bare-body and soul-to get to the bottom of it...

She's got the rhythm, but he's got all the right moves.After years on the road, rock drummer Jon White Feather is home from tour to reassess his music career. When his shy niece begs him to take a ballroom dancing class, Jon agrees, aware he's not Fred Astaire material. Still, it stings when his sexy-hot instructor-who makes his heart do the cha-cha-deals his ego a low blow: he has no rhythm.Maggie Buchanan is doing everything to make ends meet since her IT career fizzled, including teaching couples dancing at the community center. She's prepared for anything-except her immediate attraction to the bad boy rocker who doesn't know his right foot from his left.As Jon sets out to prove he can rock his body-and hers-their sexual chemistry burns a path across the dance floor, straight to the bedroom. And Maggie wasn't expecting a man with limited dance skills would know exactly how to sweep her off her feet.

New in the Blacktop Cowboy series. Janie Fitzhugh and Abe Lawson have long been divorced and living apart. Now she's back in town, a changed woman-making cattleman Abe want to wrangle an invitation to her bed...To get his dream ranch, Renner Jackson has partnered with spoiled daddy's girl Tierney Pratt. She thinks she can handle this cowboy, but Renner won't make it easy. Little do they know they will be entangled in ways neither dreamed possible.

A rough and tumble woman meets her match in a wild cowboy in this Blacktop Cowboys® novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Wrapped and Strapped. Tanna Barker is a world champion barrel racer. But her personal life has been less successful. Her recently widowed father has remarried, and sold the Texas ranch she called home. Now a rodeo injury has left the restless spitfire holed up in Muddy Gap, unsure what her next move should be. Veterinarian August Fletcher has always put his job first. He's never found a woman who could handle his on-the-road lifestyle. But when sassy, sexy Tanna blows into town, he finally finds the woman of his fantasies. There's something between them, but Tanna has been burned by love 'em and leave 'em road dogs before. It'll take some sweet persuasion to convince her that Fletch is committed to their sizzling relationship for the long haul.

An insta-love, reverse harem (why choose), alpha males, close proximity romance from NY Times Bestselling author Lorelei James.A wild summer fling with three sexy cowboys...... just got serious for this city girl when one of them wants to tie her down for good. Abandoned on the road by her ex, good girl Channing Kinkaid fears her summer plans to cut loose on the rodeo circuit are over...until bad boy bull rider Colby McKay steps in, promising that he-and his traveling partners-will teach her every dirty way to shed her inhibitions.Although Channing has secretly longed to be the sole focus of more than one man's passion, all is not as it seems with the sexy trio. Colby's bossy style of sweet-talking tests her resolve to keep things casual, because falling for a man who risks life and limb every day can only lead to heartbreak. From the moment Colby sets his lust-filled eyes on the sweet temptress, he knows she's the good kind of trouble. Behind closed doors Channing is the perfect mix of obedience and curiosity. And he doesn't mind sharing her...at first.But everything changes as the pair grows closer and Colby decides he wants Channing all to himself. Can Colby convince the headstrong Channing the road to true love doesn't have to be as elusive as that championship belt buckle?

Rough Riders anthology (14.5) An author's friendly reminder that these short works are not meant to be read as standalones, but are a peek into favorite Rough Riders character's lives after the happily ever after...so please read the origin stories before beginning this volume. King of Hearts - Deputy Cam McKay deals with a murder/suicide case on Valentine's Day...can the love of his wife and children bring him out of the darkness? Rough Road - Chassie, Trevor and Edgard Glanzer spend a romantic weekend away from the ranch and their kids celebrating their anniversary...only to return home to face their biggest challenge as a throuple. All Knocked Up - Keely and Jack Donohue are having a baby. Given Keely's raging pregnancy hormones, will Jack need to wear a cup in the delivery room?

A friends-to-lovers, reformed bad boy, small town romance from NY Times Bestselling author Lorelei James.A second chance...or will they always be branded by their pasts? Tattoo artist India Ellison is well-acquainted with preconceived notions. As a walking advertisement for the tattoo shop she's set up in a small Wyoming town, India is used to comments about her colorful tats and hair. Still, life is good. She's clean and sober, adored by her family, and best of all, spends most of her free time with her best friend, Colt. Reformed bad boy Colt McKay never expected three years of sobriety to lead to three years of abstinence. Curbing his craving for booze is nothing compared to the ever-increasing yearning for his hot-tempered, hot-bodied best friend, India. Too bad she hasn't a clue that Colt's been in love with her since day one. After an unexpected, steamy encounter, all India can think about is riding the sexy cowboy as hard and fast as her motorcycle. But Colt is determined to show her a slower ride is worth the wait. The friendship that helped them conquer their pasts is about to be tested by their new addiction. Each other.

A reverse age gap, dual storyline, grumpy/sunshine, small town romance from NY Times Bestselling author Lorelei James. With these two couples, summer in Wyoming has never been hotter... Widowed stock contractor Gemma Jansen needs help. When she swallows her pride and tracks down former bull rider Cash Big Crow to offer him a job, Cash agrees on one condition: it won't be a strictly working relationship. She can be the boss during the day, but once Gemma's in the bedroom, Cash calls all the shots.Gemma is conflicted by her growing emotional and physical attachment for Cash-especially when he makes no bones about his feelings for her. Can she trust him to give her a second chance at love, or will they crash and burn? Meanwhile, Carter McKay is spending his summer working at the Bar 9 Ranch and preparing for an art show. He's definitely not ready for the immediate connection he feels to Cash's sexy and sassy daughter Macie Honeycutt, who is also camped at the Bar 9. But when lust flares between them, Macie proves she's game for any dirty shenanigans the wild McKay can dream up. But as Macie falls hard for the brooding artist, will he understand that trust is as important as love?

A grumpy/sunshine, marriage of convenience, small town romance from NY Times Bestselling author Lorelei James What can heal a wounded hero and a beautiful soul with scars of her own? Confirmed bachelor Cameron McKay has found his purpose in Wyoming. His deputy sheriff job-and the injury that ended his military career-keep him right where he wants to be: off the McKay ranch and away from his meddling family. He holds his emotions on lockdown, along with his darkest memories of the war that left him feeling less than whole. Until he meets her. Orphaned at a young age, Domini Katzinski has been fending for herself since immigrating to the U.S. So when it comes to intimate relationships, she prefers a take-charge man to whom she can relinquish total control. Brooding Cam fits the bill: powerful, dominant, and beautifully scarred, with a gentle side he hides from everyone but her. Once Cam gets over his shock that the sweet and shy Domini wants to surrender to his every fantasy, he lets go of his shame and inhibitions. Their passion burns as hot as a rocket-propelled grenade, and soon Cam wants more than a fun, no-strings attached fling. So when tragedy strikes, leaving Domini responsible for the care of a young boy she desperately wants to adopt, Cam seizes a chance at forever by proposing a marriage of convenience. Will sharing their traumas and secrets bring them together? Or are their damages too deep for even love to heal?

A brother's widow, forced proximity, secret baby, small town romance from NY Times Bestselling author Lorelei James.Tears can't wash away the betrayal that haunts them both... After two years as a widow, Jessie McKay has decided it's time to move on. Her first night out as a single woman, her former brother-in-law Brandt shows up and is shocked by her reckless behavior. Jessie breaks down, hating the reminder that she chose the wrong brother years ago. Brandt McKay has avoided his sweet sister-in-law since realizing his feelings for her were far from brotherly. But when he's faced with proof of Luke's infidelity, Brandt is forced to ask for Jessie's help taking care of Luke's child. Jessie agrees on one condition-Brandt has to surrender to the chemistry that's always simmered between them. As their time as lovers and guardians nears its end, Brandt wants to make the temporary situation permanent. He's proven to Jessie he's the one-woman man his brother couldn't be. But Jessie is still shaken by feelings she's sworn never to have again for any man...especially not another McKay.

A mistaken identity, alpha male, mature characters, opposites attract, small town romance from NY Times Bestselling author Lorelei James. He's got all the right moves to fulfill her every fantasy. In Sundance, Wyoming, you can't throw a boot without hitting a McKay cowboy, so Ben McKay is used to fading into the background. Except at The Rawhide Club, where he's known as Bennett, an imposing Dom surrounded by female subs eager for the attention of his long...whip. At her first visit to The Rawhide Club, businesswoman Ainsley Hamilton is amazed by how well Bennett read her every secret yearning. Since the club was in another small town, she thought she was safe exploring her darker desires. She's stunned when she and Bennett come face to face in Sundance. Now Ben's urging her to explore her submissive side outside the club, and there's something in his commanding gaze that makes it too easy to let him take the reins. Can Ben help Ainsley overcome her fear that a relationship built on physical pleasure won't last and prove he's not just another heartbreaker in a cowboy hat?

All signs point north for Not-So-Saint Nick Wild West Boys, Book 1After too many mugs of mulled wine, introverted accountant Holly North lets her best friend guilt her into filling in as Mistress Christmas at Sugar Plums, a Christmas-themed strip club. The combination of a velvet mask and a Mrs. Claus-meets-dominatrix costume gives Holly the courage to approach the hot-bodied man across the room who is as lickable as a candy cane.Detective Nick West is working undercover to find the sexy vixen who supposedly robbed his buddy at Sugar Plums. His interest in the pole dancers vanishes faster than a flying sleigh upon his introduction to Mistress Christmas-a leggy brunette with smoky eyes and a lush mouth that begs for hours beneath the mistletoe. One lap dance and their attraction flares hotter than a fireplace on a cold winter evening. And Nick is only too happy to oblige when Holly blurts out her secret Christmas wish...a night filled with sweet and dirty carnal pleasures that will land them both on the naughty list.