"Romance readers will love this BRAND NEW spicy sports romance from Laura Carter ❣️????????️Perfect for fans of Elle Kennedy, Chelsea Curto and Tessa Bailey! ✨
Every book in the Wild Card series can be read as a standalone.
Tropes: ???? football romance ???? friends to lovers ???? cowboys ???? single mother ???? working for a better life ???? spice
She knows better than to fall for another football player - especially her brother's best friend...
As a single mother, Annie Quinn knows she should steer clear of football players, if her son's absent father is anything to go by. Determined to prove she can raise Nelson on her own, she's decided to go back to school. There's just one problem: she refuses to rely on her brother Colton for rides into the city.
Tanner Pace has always known Annie Quinn is strictly off limits. Colton is his teammate and best friend, so she's more like a sister. When he offers to teach her to drive, it's just to help out a friend. At least, that's what he tells himself. Because these days, Annie has transformed into a strong and independent woman - one he can't seem to stay away from.
Somewhere between unpredictable drives and slow Texas sunsets, sparks fly and Annie forgets why she decided never to trust a sports star again.
As much as Tanner wants something to happen, he knows it can't. Annie is his best friend's sister. Completely, undeniably out of bounds... but are some rules meant to be broken?
A sweet and steamy sports romance full of tension and heart. Perfect for fans of Elle Kennedy, Chelsea Curto and Tessa Bailey.
'A gorgeous football + cowboy sweet and spicy romance. I defy any reader not to fall for Annie Quinn and Tanner Pace's tender banter and steamy scenes.' Eleanor Goymer
Readers are LOVING the Wild Card series:
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'There isn't one thing I would change in this sports romance book.' Reader Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Another amazing book by Laura who has fast become one of my favourite authors!' Reader Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Honestly this could be the next greatest romance story, and the next greatest romance movie.' Reader Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Smart, funny, emotional and left me with the biggest smile on my face.' Reader Review"
"You will simply DEVOUR this scorching, high-stakes, white collar billionaire romance. Perfect for fans of Sadie Kincaid, Sylvia Day and Tammy Andresen !"
"An unforgettable novel of secrets, lies and the true meaning of friendship!
Is their friendship keeping them together - or holding them back?
After years of putting work first, Andrea's love life is a mess. She's in a relationship that she knows is wrong yet can't turn to her best friends. If she told Hannah and Rosalie her lover's identity it would tear their friendship apart.
But keeping secrets takes its toll, and between Hannah's demanding family life and Rosalie's preoccupation with her own troubles, the cracks begin to show. Suddenly their differences - once a strength - are pushing them apart.
Andrea, Hannah and Rosalie have been there for each other through thick and thin. Will that be enough to rely on when everything comes to a head?
This page-turning novel is perfect for fans of Milly Johnson and Jane Fallon.
Previously published as Girlfriends
Praise for Laura Carter:
'What a breath of fresh air this book is! A perfect, playful escape. A fun, fast read that will have you rooting for main characters Abbey and Ted.' Samantha Tonge
'A brilliant rom-com you'll fall in love with' Mandy Baggot
'Brilliant fun. You'll love this pacy, sexy opposites attract romcom' Sandy Barker
'Absolutely love this book! It was so well written and had me swiping to the next page on my Kindle!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
'I'm immersed and invested. 5 stars, absolutely recommend!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
'what a story, I absolutely loved it and just couldn't put it down.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review"
"A BRAND NEW gorgeous romance from Laura Carter
It's never too late. . .
Lyra Clarkson has built a career capturing other people's perfect moments. She loves her work as a wedding photographer - despite her family's disapproval - but she's never quite found her own path.
Guy Walker, former rock star turned wedding singer, has hit a new low. Desperately needing cash, he's agreed to take any gig his manager can get him, even if this new form of entertainment isn't just singing.
As Lyra and Guy's paths cross - in the most bizarre way possible - an unexpected kiss will change everything. But was it simply a chance encounter or is fate bringing them back together?
Now forced into each other's lives for the entire wedding season, the unlikely pair may just figure out together how to realise both their dreams. . .
A heartwarming and sharply funny romance about second chances, perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Tessa Bailey!
Praise for Laura Carter:
'Such a fun read - I loved it!' Sarah Bennett
A juicy second-chance romance with an added hurricane! I couldn't put it down!' Leonie Mack
'What a breath of fresh air this book is! A perfect, playful escape. A fun, fast read that will have you rooting for main characters. ' Samantha Tonge
'A brilliant rom-com you'll fall in love with' Mandy Baggot
'This has been one of my favorite reads of 2024. So much that I devoured it in less than 24 hours. ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
'This book has everything you'd want in a romance. I couldn't put it down. The chemistry & banter between the characters is perfect! Highly recommend. ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review"
"A deliciously gripping novel of friendship, ambition and secrets, from the bestselling author of Fake It 'til You Make it.
Can they stand the heat. . . ?
Maggie's in the running to be the next head chef at Michelin-starred Manhattan restaurant, Jean-Sébastien's. Unfortunately, she's competing against notoriously arrogant Ethan to prove she's the best chef for the job.
Food critic Emily can make or break a chef's career. When she visits the restaurant to see what interim head chef, Maggie, has to offer, Emily is having a particularly bad day. . .
Single mum Nayomi needs a job and Jean-Sébastien's needs a kitchen porter - perfect! She just has to keep her head down and money coming in. But she's desperate to speak up and help struggling chef Maggie - Nayomi's own skills might be just the recipe to save Maggie's career and impress Emily.
A delicious story of unexpected friendship and risking it all, for fans of Sarah Morgan and Milly Johnson.
Previously published as The Kitchen
Praise for Laura Carter:
'What a breath of fresh air this book is! A perfect, playful escape. A fun, fast read that will have you rooting for main characters Abbey and Ted. ' Samantha Tonge
'A brilliant rom-com you'll fall in love with' Mandy Baggot
'Brilliant fun. You'll love this pacy, sexy opposites attract romcom' Sandy Barker
'Absolutely love this book! It was so well written and had me swiping to the next page on my Kindle!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
'I'm immersed and invested. 5 stars, absolutely recommend!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
'what a story, I absolutely loved it and just couldn't put it down. ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review"
"A totally unputdownable second-chance romance - characters with an unbeatable chemistry and a gorgeous HEA!
It's hard to stay professional when you're stuck on a tiny island. . . with your ex
Carrie Briggs is on the cusp of a career breakthrough. About to be made partner at her accountancy firm, she's been given one more hoop to jump through before it can be made official.
And she could think of worse clients to work with - because world-renowned billionaire Joe Hettich is flying her out to his private island in the Caribbean.
But her hopes of career highs (and relaxing in the gorgeous sun in her spare time, of course!) are dashed when she meets the CFO of Joe's company: Luke Chalmers, the man who broke her heart seven years ago when he chose his ex over her.
With a storm brewing in paradise - both in her heart and literally, on the island - she's going to have to put her big girl pants on and get through this, before all those feelings have a chance to resurface. . .
A sun-filled and heartwarming romance, perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Christina Lauren.
Praise for Laura Carter:
'This has been one of my favorite reads of 2024. So much that I devoured it in less than 24 hours. ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
'This book has everything you'd want in a romance. I couldn't put it down. The chemistry & banter between the characters is perfect! Highly recommend. ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
'What a breath of fresh air this book is! A perfect, playful escape. A fun, fast read that will have you rooting for main characters Abbey and Ted. ' Samantha Tonge
'A brilliant rom-com you'll fall in love with' Mandy Baggot
'If you love a story about fake dating or a romance book that doesn't have too much spice in it, then this book is for you!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
'Absolutely love this book! It was so well written and had me swiping to the next page on my Kindle!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
'I'm immersed and invested. 5 stars, absolutely recommend!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
'what a story, I absolutely loved it and just couldn't put it down. ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
'Great characters, fun story and a HEA! What more can you ask for?' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review"
"Can a fake date fix everything? On a day Abbey thought would be the best of her life - her boyfriend is surely going to propose tonight, right? - it all falls he tells her he's met someone else. And then to make things worse, she loses her job.
In an act of reimagination, she splurges her wedding savings on renting an apartment in a building she's always dreamed of living in and kits out her wardrobe to match.
But when her family invites her ex - a close family friend - plus a date(!!) to her parents' vow renewal, Abbey realizes her façade won't be enough. There's nothing for it but to fake one more thing - a romance. And she knows exactly who to ask... her hot new neighbor..."
"A cheeky chappy comedianCharlie is most comfortable playing the funny man in front of boisterous crowds in London's comedy clubs. But he's about to be swapping his routine for wedding speeches. And his new acquaintance Sarah thinks he is anything but amusing. The woman who's got it coveredWeddings are always a difficult time for widow Sarah, but you would never tell - she's too focused on making the week of her best friends' wedding as perfect as possible. She definitely has no time for the grumpy and surly Charlie, who it's clear her friends are trying to set her up with. And only one room left at the rental. . . When a drunken invitation adds more people to the pre-wedding holiday house than Sarah organized for, she finds herself spending A LOT more time with Charlie than she intended. If only they could both let their guards down, they might find they have more in common than they think."
"A high-flying investor
New Yorker Jake Harrington loves a lot of things about living in London: his lucrative hedge fund job, the way British women melt at the sound of an American accent, being thousands of miles away from the girl who betrayed him. And, oh yes, his just-sex arrangement with his gorgeous roommate, Jess.
His sexy British flatmate
Jess's deal with Jake suits her fine. No commitments, no risk of being hurt again, just fun and friendship. And friends do each other favors, like agreeing to go on a trip to New York where Jake will have to face his past.
And a vacation that will change everything. . .
What friends shouldn't do? Suddenly find themselves feeling something much more complicated than simple lust. When 'no strings' is no longer enough, will Jake be willing to take the ultimate gamble?"
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