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Christopher Bennett is a persuasive man. With his magnetic charm and undeniable wit, he plays a key role in the international success of his family's company. Christopher adores his family, even if they can be too meddling sometimes - like when they attempt to set him up with Victoria, by recommending him to employ her decorating services. Christopher isn't looking to settle down, but meeting Victoria turns his world upside down.

Dylan Gallagher knows what he wants: to take New York by storm and steer clear of serious relationships. That’s the plan. That’s the goal. It’s easy, too, now that his software company is making headlines. Nothing is getting in the way of that - not even his gorgeous personal trainer. After the way his last relationship ended, Dylan’s sworn off romance.

Eric Callahan is a powerful man, and his sharp business sense earned him the nickname Shark. Yet under this façade is a man who loves his daughter and would do anything for her. When he and his daughter move to San Francisco for three months, he has one thing in mind: expanding his business. As a widower, Eric is not looking for love. He focuses on his company, and his daughter - until he meets Pippa Bennett. She captivates him from the moment he sets eyes on her.

I have a lot of titles. Jace Connor-Sexiest Soccer Player. Top-Scoring Athlete. America's Favorite Party Boy. But I'm sick of being what other people expect. Starting with the last one, I'm ready to earn some new nicknames. So I absolutely, positively, can't go anywhere near my coach's daughter.

Logan Bennett knows his priorities. He's loyal to his family and his company. He has no time for love and no desire for it - not after a disastrous engagement left him brokenhearted. But when Nadine enters his life, she turns everything upside down. She's sexy, funny, and utterly captivating. She's also more stubborn than anyone he's met, including himself. Nadine Hawthorne is finally pursuing her dream: opening her own clothing shop. After working so hard to get here, she needs to concentrate on her new business.

Cole Winchester loves being one of the most popular bachelors in New York. He values his freedom and all the perks it comes with. But when he notices Laney Smith at the restaurant where he’s celebrating his most recent business deal, he can’t look away. Everything from her curves to her humor and easy smile completely captivates him. Laney’s sole focus for the past few years has been her surgical residency. Her work is her passion and her refuge. Laney has loved and lost, and she can’t open up again, despite trying her best.

The strong and sexy Blake Bennett is downright irresistible. And Clara Abernathy is doing everything she can to resist his charm. After spending her life in group homes, Clara yearns for the love and warmth of a true family. With the Bennetts treating her like their own, she can't possibly fall for Blake. That would be crossing a line.... But when Clara needs a temporary place to live, and she accepts Blake's offer to move next door to him, things escalate.

Museum curator Summer Bennett knows that happily ever afters are not make-believe. After all, her siblings all found their soul mates, so she's optimistic her Prince Charming will come along too...eventually. In the meantime, she focuses on her job and her volunteering - which brings her face-to-face with one of Hollywood's hottest A-listers. When Alexander Westbrook flashes America's favorite panty-melting smile, Summer's entire body responds.

I won't fall for my ex, even if I move in with him…famous last words. Conned out of my business I have no other choice but to move back home to Chicago. I’m determined to rebuild everything, but I’m so broke that I can’t even afford to pay rent.

Jessica Haydn loves her life. She moved to London, the city of her dreams, and she's working hard to prove herself at her new job. Dating isn't on her radar, and a certain irresistible Brit with too much swagger isn't her type anyway, or so she keeps telling herself. He's ridiculously hot, with that irresistible smile and those custom-made suits. She should stay away from him. Only he wants her just as much as she wants him.

Max Bennett was nine years old the first time he met Emilia. The two formed a tight friendship that lasted for years until she moved away. Now, years later, Max enjoys a successful career and loves his life, carefree and fun. He has everything he wants and does not intend to settle down anytime soon (even though his family might have other ideas). But when a chance encounter brings him face-to-face with Emilia, he starts questioning everything.

Nate Becker has always had a soft spot for Alice. Despite considering the Bennetts his family, he never could look at her as just his friend's little sister. She's a spitfire, and Nate just can't stay away. He loves making her laugh...and blush. Their attraction is irresistible, and between stolen kisses and wicked-hot nights, they form a deep bond that has them both yearning for more. But when the chance of a lifetime comes knocking at his door, will Nate chase success even if it means losing Alice, or will he choose her?

Dani has her future all planned out. She's not the type to fall for a bad boy, no matter how panty-melting his grin is or how shamelessly he flirts. But Damon draws her in and slowly, she uncovers the secrets he hides: underneath his arrogance lies a lonely soul, his flirting smile masks despair. Damon arrives in Dani's life against his will. His father insisted he change high schools right in his senior year. He can't wait to turn 18 and be in charge of his own life. He knows he should stay away from Dani, but she's so lovely he just can't keep himself from gravitating around her.

Je sais ce que les gens disent de moi. Eric Callahan, "Le Requin". Ce titre me reflète à la perfection. Je suis un homme puissant. Mon sens aigu des affaires m'a valu ce surnom. Ma façade est mon armure. Sous cette couche de protection, je cache tout l'amour que j'ai pour ma fille. Depuis que sa mère est morte, je lui consacre ma vie. Développer mon entreprise sur la côte ouest est une façon de m'assurer de lui réserver l'héritage qu'elle mérite. Et c'est tout ce que je prévois de faire pendant nos trois mois à San Francisco.

Je sais ce que pensent les gens lorsqu'ils entendent le nom Sebastian Bennett. Déterminé. Impitoyable. Responsable d'un empire commercial. De l'extérieur, je semble invincible. En privé, par contre, ma famille est une priorité. Mes parents. Mes huit, oui huit, frères et sœurs. Chacun d'entre eux ne cesse de me harceler pour que je me range et que je me marie. J'ai beau être invincible, je n'arrive pas à leur échapper. Peu importe le nombre incalculable de fois où je leur ai expliqué patiemment que je ne crois pas en l'amour. C'était sans compter sur Ava Lindt.

Tout le monde connaît mes priorités. Logan Bennett, fidèle à ma famille et à mon entreprise. Je n'ai pas le temps pour l'amour. Je n'en ai pas l'envie. Pas depuis l'échec de mes fiançailles qui m'a laissé le cœur brisé. Les histoires d'amour, c'est fini pour moi. Puis Nadine Hawthorne débarque dans ma vie, même si elle n'a pas la moindre idée qu'elle va tout bouleverser. Elle se la joue "Oh, je me concentre sur ma boutique de vêtements", et "je ne peux pas me permettre de me laisser distraire", comme si ce n'était pas elle qui me distrayait de tout le reste.

In Sachen Romantik könnten sie nicht gegensätzlicher sein: Lori Connor ist Hochzeitsplanerin aus Leidenschaft und macht jede Trauung zu einem unvergesslichen Fest. Sportmanager Graham hingegen glaubt seit seiner Scheidung nicht mehr an die Ehe. Ausgerechnet er soll Trauzeuge seiner besten Freunde sein, die auch Lori engagiert haben. Als Graham der charmanten Dreißigjährigen zum ersten Mal begegnet, funkt es sofort. Je mehr Zeit sie während der Hochzeitsvorbereitungen miteinander verbringen, desto tiefer werden ihre Gefühle.

Ein Diamant verzaubert durch seinen Glanz, aber Blumen sprechen die Sprache der Liebe! Nie hätte Maddie Jennings sich träumen lassen, dass ihr neues Gartenprojekt in L.A. ihr Leben verändern könnte. Doch als die frisch getrennte Landschaftsarchitektin im Haus ihrer Auftraggeberin Valentina Connor auf deren Bruder Landon trifft, ist es um sie geschehen.

Auf dem Eis fliegen die Funken. Tyler Maxwell ist der aufstrebende Eishockeystar bei den Chicago Blades. Um sein Image nach einem öffentlichen Fehltritt wieder aufzupolieren, erklärt er sich bereit, an einem Wohltätigkeitsprogramm teilzunehmen. Doch er hat nicht damit gerechnet, dass Kendra, die Koordinatorin des Programms, so verführerisch heiß ist. Tyler darf seinen guten Ruf nicht noch einmal gefährden und versucht, jedem Flirt aus dem Weg zu gehen. Leichter gesagt, als getan, denn auch Kendra ist hin und weg von dem attraktiven Sportler.

Die große Liebe ist stärker als jede Vernunft. Um ihre Eltern finanziell zu unterstützen, beschließt Grundschullehrerin Lexi, in den Sommerferien als Kindermädchen zu arbeiten. Sie bewirbt sich auf eine Stelle bei dem reichen Wein-Unternehmer und alleinerziehenden Vater Tate Maxwell. Nach einem holprigen Vorstellungsgespräch stellt er sie tatsächlich ein, und danach funkt es sofort zwischen den beiden. Lexi versucht, ihre Gefühle zu unterdrücken, da Tate ihr Chef ist.