Desperate People Desperate people do desperate things. Sometimes it’s warranted. Balor CruzI started working for Volkov Industries when my cousin sold them his business. The transition was fine. I was good at what I did. Better than good.But for a man trying to insulate himself from all the noise in this messed-up world, it wasn’t ideal.Especially not with her around.Beautiful. Rich. And not nearly the snob I thought she was. Being around Marat Volkov’s daughter is proving too much of a temptation.I know I’m not in her league—just another misfit with mismatched eyes and a screwed-up past. All I can do is stay out of her way.But that changes when an unwanted admirer gets too close. She might be better off without me, but that’s out of the question now. Lucy VolkovI knew better than to take that modeling job, but I did it to soothe my ego.What can I say? I’m only human.I’m not used to being ignored. Certainly not when I offer myself freely to someone.But when a certain sexy, tattooed man working for my father’s company turns me down, I don’t know what to do.So yeah, I took the job out of some knee-jerk reaction. And now, I regret it.Someone’s been breaking into my apartment. I think it’s the slimy talent agent who got me the job. He’s been leaving me presents, and now I’m scared for my life. Will Balor come to my rescue, or will I become a victim of some crazed stranger? Popular Tropes Contemporary Romance, Obsessed w/Her, InstaLove, Steamy, Dark Romance, Touch Her & D*e, OTT Book Boyfriend, Plus Size FMC Series Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”Just loving Gorri new bad boy mafia series!! Quick dark, twisted and of course steamy!! Definitely a must read over and over again!! Like all of Gorri other series this one doesn’t disappoint!” -ARC Team Reviewer⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”I love, love Balor and Lucy‘s connection! Balor is a dark man who is obsessed with Lucy. Balor thinks he is not good enough for her, but he will not let her go. Lucy is everything he is not-beautiful, creative, and smart. No one sees the real her, but Balor. He will stop at nothing when a stalker threatens his woman.” Bookbub Reviewer
Desperate Actions Actions speak louder than words, and some are desperate. Sammy RamirezI remembered little about my early life and the man who said he was my father. But that piece of trash was nothing to me.Not sperm donor. Not stepfather. Not human.I have a good father now.Andres Ramirez.The man who married my mother and raised me to be who I am.Their love story is epic, and it gets stronger day by day. I want that for myself, and I know my parents are eager for me to marry and give them grandkids.They think I haven’t found the one. But I know exactly who I want to claim as my own.And that’s my problem.She’s the daughter of Angel Fury and the love of my life.Sometimes, a man’s gotta do what he’s gotta do. And I must have her. Even if it means war. Aella FurySammy’s been a part of my life for as long as I can remember.Our families are close, and even though all the girls call each other cousin, we’re not related.Thank God, otherwise I’d be a total freak for what I’m about to tell you.See, I think I’m in love with him. He’s just so kind and quiet.And so handsome with his hazel eyes and tattooed skin.But he never talks to me, so I’m determined to forget my adolescent crush and try to move on.The families have always vacationed together, so it’s no big deal when we all take a trip without our parents.Only this time, when I come back home it’s with a ring on my finger and a new last name.Desperation breeds foolish actions, but can it also reveal the truth? Popular Tropes Contemporary Romance, Virgin FMC, InstaLove, Steamy, Plus Size FMC, Obsessed w/Her, Darkish Romance, Touch Her & D*e, OTT Book Boyfriend, Friends to Lovers Series Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”This is a once started can’t put down read, some laughs and tears and a bad guy in the background wanting to hurt our loving couple. It’s one of the hottest, steamiest, sexiest romantic love stories ever and I loved it. Loved Sammy and Aella, not only are they hot together but they were made for each other. Well written, fast paced, perfect happy ending. Perfect romance.” -ARC Team Reviewer
Support Your Local Hooker He’s the team’s Hooker with a chip on his shoulder. She’s their physical therapist—and strictly off-limits. Noah Walker doesn’t do subtle. On the field or off. The Carolina Rovers’ explosive Hooker is used to pain, pressure, and making things happen with brute force—and maybe that’s why the team’s new physical therapist, Chiara Giardino, drives him absolutely insane.She’s calm, clinical, and completely uninterested in his usual charm—or his abs.Worse, she’s got one rule. No dating athletes. Ever.But Noah’s never been good at rules. Not when it comes to her.She’s fire and ice, and every time her hands are on his body—for medical purposes, of course—he wants more. Wants her. And he’s not above playing dirty to get it.Chiara didn’t sign up for temptation in tight rugby shorts. She came to Consequence for a fresh start, a career upgrade, and absolutely no drama. But Noah Walker is a walking contradiction—gruff, loyal, unexpectedly sweet—and he’s wearing her down.One collision. One kiss. One risky play.Suddenly, it’s game on.And this time, the Hooker might lose his heart.
Dump Tackle My Heart He’s the team’s biggest bruiser. She’s the girl who keeps the Carolina Rovers trending. Hudson “Tank” Jackson is used to letting his game do the talking. On the field, he’s unstoppable. Off it? He’s the quiet one with a reputation for smashing opponents and avoiding drama. What no one knows is that behind those broad shoulders and bruised knuckles lives a secret genius who can recite Shakespeare, fix a broken engine, and code a website before breakfast.But there’s one thing Tank can’t figure out.How to get Daniela McNally to take him seriously.Smart, driven, and completely off-limits, Daniela is the PR assistant who’s been cleaning up after the Rovers since before the team started making headlines. She’s funny. Sharp. And every time she rolls her eyes at him, he falls a little harder.He had her in his arms once, and blew it with his big mouth. But second chances loom ahead when a PR stunt gone sideways forces them into close quarters, Tank sees his shot—and he’s not about to waste it.Now he just has to prove that beneath the grunts and game tape, there’s a man worthy of her heart.Even if it means taking the biggest hit of his life. Popular Tropes Plus Size FMC, Instalove, Sports Romance, Rugby Romance, Fake Boyfriend/Fake Relationship, Steamy Scenes, HEA, Possessive Book Boyfriend, Snowed In Series Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Luca knows it’s for charity at this auction, and he makes sure it’s Annabeth who buys him. Now what to do with her. Annabeth hates this, but she needs a man to go away with her. Her family is a bit more than she wants to deal with, but with him on her arm… Maybe they will keep their hurtful words to themselves. Fake it till… Luca has secrets… Can Annabeth accept him once she knows? Everything that was not to be becomes, and it’s forever. Absolutely loved this installment in this series it’s my favorite so far.” – Book Nook Nuts⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A misunderstanding has Dani ghosting Hudson until they are in forced proximity for a PR project. It’s the second chance they need. I thoroughly enjoyed their story.” – Beta Team Reader
A Game of Ruck She bought him for a night. He’s about to change her life. Luca Moretti walked away from his family’s millions to prove he could make it on his own terms—as a professional rugby player, free from his darker family ties. He doesn’t do media stunts, small talk, or smiling for the cameras. Especially not when it involves a charity bachelor auction where he’s expected to flash his abs and flirt for a cause.The last thing he expects is to be “won” by a woman who couldn’t care less about his name, his muscles, or his bank account.Annabeth Martinez doesn’t do athletes. But when her best friend convinces her to bid on one for charity, she ends up with a golden boy. The kind of guy who normally wouldn’t look at her twice.Except Luca might not be who she thinks.And Annabeth? She’s everything he never saw coming—curvy, clever, and impossible to ignore.The rules are simple. Pretend to be in a relationship for one destination wedding weekend. Afterwards? Part ways.But in the game of ruck, bodies collide, lines blur—and someone’s bound to fall. Popular Tropes Plus Size FMC, Instalove, Sports Romance, Rugby Romance, Fake Boyfriend/Fake Relationship, Steamy Scenes, HEA, Possessive Book Boyfriend Series Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Luca knows it’s for charity at this auction, and he makes sure it’s Annabeth who buys him. Now what to do with her. Annabeth hates this, but she needs a man to go away with her. Her family is a bit more than she wants to deal with, but with him on her arm… Maybe they will keep their hurtful words to themselves. Fake it till… Luca has secrets… Can Annabeth accept him once she knows? Everything that was not to be becomes, and it’s forever. Absolutely loved this installment in this series it’s my favorite so far.” – Book Nook Nuts⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This is a fantastic story about Luca falling hard as soon as he met Annabeth. I loved the way he handled all her relatives! The dialogue is great and so are his actions. The scenes and what happens at his game are amazing and swoon worthy. Love these books.” – BookBub Reviewer
The Break Down There’s always a winner. The trick is not to be the loser. Koa Jackson was born to wear the Number 8 jersey. Leading his team in tackles, he’s a powerhouse ready to put the Carolina Rovers on the map in Major League Rugby. But he can’t afford distractions—especially not from a smart-mouthed redhead with an hourglass figure and an attitude to match.Finley Adamo is bored with her life, so visiting her best friend in Consequence seems like the perfect escape, especially since her friend is dating the new hot coach of a professional sports team. As a popular blogger, Finley agrees to promote the team with highlight posts and interviews, but she didn’t expect Koa.Big, sexy, and wickedly clever, Koa is a formidable opponent in their verbal sparring. When he throws down a challenge, betting he can outlast her resistance to the intense attraction they both feel, Finley can’t refuse.The only question is, who will break down first? Popular Tropes Plus Size FMC, Instalove, Sports Romance, Rugby Romance, Enemies to Lovers, Steamy Scenes, Interracial Romance, HEA, Possessive Book Boyfriend Series Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Finley and Koa do a lot of dancing around, avoiding each other, but there’s no denying their mutual attraction. This is a fun series. I’m enjoying watching the team develop and grow into themselves.” – ARC Team Reviewer
A Reason To Try A Carolina Rugby Romance Winning isn’t everything, but some things are worth trying for. Carolina DeLusso is a born and bred Jersey Girl, living and working in Consequence, North Carolina.Yeah, she’s heard all the jokes, and they still weren’t funny.Neither was working for an eccentric billionaire with more money than scruples. Even worse, her boss just purchased a rugby team, and he’s out of town, leaving her in charge. Her orders are to make sure the team manager is made welcome.But Carolina doesn’t know a thing about rugby or how to handle professional athletes. Especially not ones with ridiculous demands.She is ready to call it quits when the coach challenges her to stay. Will Carolina hoof it back to Jersey, or will Dane Barret give her a reason to try? Popular Tropes Plus Size FMC, Instalove, Sports Romance, Rugby Romance, Fish Out of Water, Steamy Scenes, HEA, Possessive Book Boyfriend Series Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A Reason To Try by C.D. Gorri: This new romance series starts with this story of an Instant Attraction romance, a well-crafted world, and intriguing characters. These characters have unique personalities, interesting histories and believable interactions. This story has miscommunications, frustration, twists, turns, chemistry, instant OTT connections, and HEA. It is a fast-paced romance and I can’t wait for the next story.” – ARC Team Reviewer
His Wood Her Fire He just wants to be alone. But she’s a complication he can’t ignore. Gloria DeSoto never imagined she’d still be single at forty. With another Christmas rolling around, and the endless parade of party invites she’d have to attend alone, Gloria hatches a plan. This year, she was going away for the holidays. Two weeks in a quiet little cabin on a mountainside away from the hustle and bustle. And the sorry state of her love life. But when things get a little rough for the city girl, her gorgeous, axe-wielding curmudgeon of a neighbor steps in to help. Gloria tries to thank him, but the nasty man blows her off. Maybe some of the wood he cuts so effortlessly found its way up Bo Dubois’ behind. It’s the only explanation for the man’s rude behavior. But there’s something about him she can’t forget. Can Gloria change the mountain man’s mind? Or was this just another bad judgement call? Popular Tropes Contemporary Romance, Strangers to Lovers, Spicy Situations, Snowed In, Over 40 FMC, InstaLove, OTT BookBoyfriend, Christmas Romance Series Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Bo and Gloria Gloria is tired of going to Christmas parties alone, and Bo just doesn’t like most people. When their paths cross, sparks fly between them, and neither can stay away from the other Grumpy-sunshine, instalove, fast-paced, steamy, over 40, with HEA. It’s perfect for a romantic Christmas read.!” -ARC Team Reviewer⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Gloria doesn’t want to spend another holiday going to parties acting happy, so when a co-worker offers her a cabin in the mountains she jumps on it. What she doesn’t know about is the huge sexy mountain man who owns the place. Bo doesn’t do people, he has the wealth that affords him solitude but then she shows up. He wants her and her festive ways gone, but does he really? Gloria wants to tell Bo what she really thinks of him until he literally wraps her up and whisks her away. Can these two lonely souls find more than a weekend tryst or will they freeze it all out. This is a sexy holiday story. I loved these two and I am so glad they figured it out.” -BookNookNuts Blog
Her Trick His Treat She wants one extraordinary night. He wants forever. Camryn Balducci is tired of being the nerdy girl everyone ignores. Well, this Halloween she is going to put a stop to all those pesky rumors she was nothing but a stick in the mud. Every year her cousin invites her to the Whiskey Bar’s costume party for All Hallow’s Eve. This year, instead of staying home and reading her favorite paranormal romance series, Camryn is going to let her hair down and actually attend. Dressing up isn’t her strong suit, but this is a costume party, and no one will know behind the fishnet stockings and scandalous bustier that Camryn is a shy little virgin at heart. Tommy O’Hare is in the Garden State visiting his old college pals just in time to kick off this year’s Halloween Bash. When he meets a vixen in all black, he just has to have her. Only this one night stand turns into something more when he can’t get the woman out of his mind. The gorgeous stranger tricked him into falling in love! Now he just has to find her and tell her. Will her trick become his treat permanently? Find out in this steamy Halloween tale where love is just the cherry on top! Popular Tropes Contemporary Romance, Strangers to Lovers, Spicy Situations, Masked Man, Virgin FMC, InstaLove, OTT BookBoyfriend Series Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A masked Halloween party! What a great way to meet someone and hook up, then try to forget all about the most amazing night of your life. The air was electric and sizzled with sexual tension the moment their eyes met, they couldn’t keep their hands off each other. Incognito was the name of the game but forever was what he was craving and was determined to get! What a dirty, sexy, steamy story. Loved It!” -ARC Team Reviewer⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Camryn moves back to Jersey and is feeling down because she is still a Virgin at her age go figure. Well its time to pull up her big girl panties and make life happen. Tommy is the playboy or is he? He is off to a Halloween Bash held by some of his best buds. Can one night of mystery, and HOT steam mean forever? Well Tommy thinks so, now to get Camryn on the same page. This is a sexy, hot, Halloween story and it will melt the pumpkins.” -BookNookNuts Blog