Cydney Rax

In My Married Boyfriend, gorgeous Nicole is about to get everything she's hustled for. She's having her rich, married lover Rashad's baby. And a lucky break has made her a media heroine - and the perfect new wife material. With one more deception here, a couple more little seductions there, she'll finally push Rashad's wife, Kiara, completely out of his life. With her formidable competition gone, Nicole will lock down Rashad's ever-wandering interest, and be the next Mrs. Eason for sure. But there are some temptations even this sexy schemer finds tough to pass up.

My married boyfriend

A pregnant mistress desperate to be a wife. An unexpected temptation. And stakes so high no one will walk away unscathed in this scorching hot romance. Gorgeous Nicole is about to get everything she’s hustled for. She's having her rich, married lover Rashad’s baby. At the same time, a lucky break has made her a media heroine—and perfect new wife material. With one more deception here, a few more seductions there, she'll finally push Rashad's wife, Kiara, out of his life. With her competition gone, Nicole will be the next Mrs. Eason for sure . . . But there are some temptations even this sexy schemer finds tough to pass up. Especially her first love, ex-con Ajalon, who just walked back into her life. His intense hunger, chiseled body, and mind-blowing endurance are throwing Nicole off her game. But he’s also handed Kiara the perfect ammo to expose Nicole once and for all. Now the only sure thing is scandal . . .

My Married Boyfriend

In the wake of a major loss, five sisters agree to meet on the regular to keep it real. But secrets they never saw coming will challenge them and everything they counted on. Will putting the pieces back together could make the sisters stronger together than ever - or pull them apart for good?

A Sister's Secret

Lutishia Lovely

Michele Grant

Collecting three short stories, one each from Urban Literature stalwarts Michelle Grant, Lutishia Lovely and Cydney Grant. Each tale covers what happens when women decide to venture outside of their romantic comfort zone, be that dating someone from the office, dating a bad boy, or in the case of character Jayla, dating anyone at all.

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"The book we can't put down." --Essence® "My Husband's Girlfriend is an explosive story about the sanctity of marriage, infidelity, and the other woman." --The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers Anya Meadows can't imagine being without her husband, Neil. But lately she also can't imagine being with him—in bed, that is. Anya's heart wants to say yes, but her body, mainly her hormones, say no way. Anya knows something's gotta give, and she doesn't want it to be her marriage. She loves Neil and their life with their young daughter. And he loves her. Why break up over sex? So Anya swallows her pride--and shocks her frustrated husband--by giving him permission to have a mistress. She even draws up a contract--including the rule that he's forbidden to fall in love. But that's not the restriction Neil finds toughest to follow. . . Soon Neil is on the receiving end of some shocking news, and his wife and his girlfriend will each be forced to make hard choices about who they are, who they want to be, and create a whole new set of rules. . . Praise for Cydney Rax "A twisted tale of infidelity." --Today's Black Woman "Fascinating, witty, and thought-provoking." –Zane on My Daughter's Boyfriend

My Husband's Girlfriend

Single mother Tracey Davenport is relieved that her 17-year-old daughter, Lauren, has decided to wait to have sex with her first boyfriend, Aaron, a handsome college student. After all, Tracey was only 17 herself when she had Lauren. But while Lauren is getting her first taste of romance, Tracey is coming off another disappointing relationship. Over a few chance encounters, it becomes clear there's chemistry between Tracey and Aaron. What begins as an exciting fantasy turns into a very hot reality - and an even more complicated situation.

My Daughter's Boyfriend

Following a major loss, five sisters pledge to keep it real but one is hiding a big secret in the first of this series from the author of A Sister’s Power. Savvy and decisive, Burgundy Reeves feels blessed with a good husband and a successful career. She is the sister everyone envies. Since her beloved mother's death, she's given troubled youngest sister, Elyse, a stable home when she needs it most. And she's taken it on herself to keep her contentious siblings together. Under her guidance, they all meet bi-monthly on “Sister Day,” a time when they get together to bond, to receive a challenging “assignment”, and to cope with a range of things—including their many differences . . . Among the sisters’ most challenging assignments: tell the truth. But truthfulness leads to an unveiling of secrets that may destroy lives. Burgundy is struggling to show Coco the real deal about her unreliable baby daddy. If she and level-headed Drucilla can also convince hard-headed eldest sister Alita to give Coco more love than tough talk, that might heal a longtime rift. But it’s teenage Elyse’s truth that will shatter Burgundy’s perfect world beyond repair. And putting the pieces back together could make the sisters stronger together than ever—or pull them apart for good. Praise for If Your Wife Only Knew “A dramatic tale of betrayal.” —Booklist “Secrets, scandal, betrayal and revenge—there are no clean hands in the first book of this saga.”—RT Book Reviews

A doubting wife and a seductive challenge lead to explosive consequences in this scandalously sexy romance series debut. Something’s wrong with her perfect marriage, but Kiara Eason isn't sure what. Her ambitious husband, Rashad, is the last person who’d ever cheat—and she never imagined she'd stray. Still, why is she confiding so much in her handsome co-worker, Eddison? And why is she wondering what would happen if she put her marriage to the ultimate test—secretly setting Rashad up with a younger woman to see if he's tempted? When Kiara decides to test Rashad for real, her world turns upside down. Not only does he take the bait—it turns out he’s had a mistress on the side for years. Betrayed and furious, Kiara will get the ultimate revenge—with all the erotic satisfaction Eddison can give. But secrets cut both ways, and Kiara soon finds that the only road to winning this game could lead to losing it all . . .

If Your Wife Only Knew

Niobia Bryant

Grace Octavia

Reckless is an exciting, sexy anthology from three hot authors of urban lit. ''Desperate Housewife'' by Cydney Rax Carmen Foster thinks she has it all -- a perfect house, kids, and marriage -- until she stumbles upon racy texts from her husband, Forrest, to his baby mama, Toni, who desperately wants Forrest back. Carmen has an affair of her own, but when scheming Toni threatens to reveal her secret, revenge takes an unexpected turn. ''Sinful'' by Niobia Bryant A psychologist specializing in addiction, Brie Bailey is surprised to find that her work is affecting her personal life in unexpected ways. When her impulsive behavior leads her into a web of danger, her life spins out of control. ''L.A. Confidential'' by Grace Octavia Stevie Silver, Black Hollywood's sitcom sweetheart, is in for a run of very bad luck. Her conniving assistant, Kristine, has her sights on Stevie's career -- and on her television producer husband. When a series of betrayals comes to a head, more than stardom is at stake.

Reckless

Rachel Merrell goes into shock when her ex-boyfriend, Jeffery Williams, begins dating her half sister Marlene Draper. Suddenly, Rachel wants Jeff back, and she is determined to get him no matter what the cost--including Marlene's happiness.

My Sister's Ex

In the wake of a major loss, five sisters agree to meet on the regular to keep it real. But secrets they never saw coming will challenge them and everything they counted on . . . Savvy and decisive, Burgundy Reeves feels blessed with a good husband and a successful career. She's the sister everyone envies. Since her beloved mother's death, she's given troubled youngest sister, Elyse, a stable home. And she's taken it on herself to keep her contentious siblings together. Under her guidance, they all meet bi-monthly on "Sister Day," a time to bond, to receive a challenging "assignment," and to cope with their many differences . . . Among the sisters' most challenging assignments: tell the truth. But truthfulness leads to an unveiling of secrets that may destroy lives. Burgundy is struggling to show Coco the real deal about her unreliable baby daddy. If she and level-headed Drucilla can also convince hard-headed eldest sister Alita to give Coco more love than tough talk, that might heal a longtime rift. But it's teenage Elyse's truth that will shatter Burgundy's perfect world beyond repair. And putting the pieces back together could make the sisters stronger together than ever--or pull them apart for good. "Rax's strength in creating terrific female dynamics shines in this dramatic story of loving, if troubled, sisters." --Booklist "Clever. Compelling. Captivating." --RT Book Reviews

A mistress-turned-wife with a dream marriage gone wrong. The perfect plan for payback. And fallout so explosive even winning may mean losing it all . . . The new Mrs. Rashad Eason can't believe it. She dreamed, schemed, and seduced her way to media adoration and a fairy-tale wedding to the lover she stole from his wife. But the honeymoon phase turns into something more shattering when the groom begins to reminisce about his ex, Kiara, and devises a plan to win her back. No way is Nicole going to stand for this. If she can't be the picket-fence wife, she'll be the picture-perfect, very rich widow. And sexing her ex-con first love will ensure his help—and keep her hot and satisfied through those lonely grieving nights . . . But in the game of love and revenge, everyone has a score to settle. And when karma rears its ugly head, no one can stay safe . . . Praise for If Your Wife Only Knew “A dramatic tale of betrayal.” —Booklist “Secrets, scandal, betrayal and revenge—there are no clean hands in the first book of this saga.” —RT Book Reviews

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