One Night With Consequences Series

When Lauren Bradley discovers she's pregnant her heart stops. There's only one man who can be the father and it's not her late–husband, the man everyone thinks is a celebrated war hero… Ravaged with guilt at sleeping with his best–friend's wife, Paolo Donatelli closed his heart to Lauren forever. But in nine months' time, the proof of their incredible night together will be there for the world to see. Marriage is Paolo's answer to avoid more scandal, but it's Lauren's worst fear, she still bears the scars from the first time she said 'I do'. Can she trust Paolo enough to reveal the truth?

A souvenir from her Greek affair! Three months ago, journalist Serena James had her heart broken by a man she'll never forget, especially not the fury in his eyes the night they parted.  Now she's back in Santorini to tell him that their summer fling had unexpected repercussions… Mogul Nikos Petrakis is on the verge of a deal that will make him even more powerful. He doesn't need any distraction — especially not a sexy red-head whose curves beg to be touched!  But, now that she's carrying his heir, Nikos is forced to make a decision: it's time to make Serena his wife!

To secure his heir   The night that Rose Palmer met enigmatic Italian tycoon Dante Fortinari she threw caution to the wind, allowing him to sweep her off her feet and into his bed! But by the next morning Dante was gone, leaving Rose heartbroken, alone and pregnant.  Two years later, Rose comes face–to–face with the father of her daughter and can no longer hide the truth of that night. She knew he'd be angry, but never expected him to demand marriage! She longs to accept, but can her heart withstand life with a man who might never love her back?

When opposites attract!  Damaso Pires should have known better than to get involved with Marisa–the scandalous princess of Bengaria! Yet soon he sees her true beauty and flawless virtue, which touches a place in him he thought ruthlessly destroyed by his childhood on the streets of Brazil.  But their brief affair becomes permanent when Marisa reveals she's pregnant.  Damaso knows the sting of illegitimacy and, having fought tooth and nail to claw his way up to the dizzying heights of international success and financial infamy, he won't let his child slip from his grasp. There's only one way to claim his heir, and that's marriage!

One scorching night, one secret never to be told…  Angel Urquart didn't sign up for this. A photo shoot on an island paradise? Yes. Working alongside Alex Arlov? Definitely not! Six years ago he showed her passion she'd only ever dreamed of, but after his behavior the following morning, she resolved to put him out of her head forever.  Seeing Angel brings all sorts of memories flooding back to Alex–memories that stir up a forgotten hunger. Alex sees no reason why they can't indulge in one more blazing night together, but Angel has a secret that will turn their lives upside down….

From the essence of desire…a king's baby! While exiled King Alix Saint Croix lies in wait to reclaim his throne a mistress would provide a welcome distraction. He enters a Parisian perfume house to buy fragrance for a current lover — and leaves with a powerful craving for another woman altogether: stunningly exotic perfumer Leila Verughese.  The very smell of Alix awakens Leila's every nerve. If she's going to give her innocence to anyone, who better than a king? But it's an alchemy with life-changing repercussions. Now Leila's life spirals out of control — until she realises her power…she's carrying a royal heir!

One night…one secret that will change everything! The merest glimpse of handsome, sophisticated Benedict Warrender was epnough to make wallflower Lily Gray blush. But since a twist of fate allowed her to enter his orbit, it's been the memories of their life altering night together that make her cheeks burn.        Lily fled the next morning when the news broke of Benedict's engagement to another woman, and dealt with the consequences of that night alone. Three years later, Lily's confession dies on her lips; Benedict has uncovered her secret! Nervously, Lily waits. For their daughter's sake, will Benedict sacrifice everything?

Pregnant with the billionaire's baby! From the moment hard–working Ellie Brooks met mogul Alek Sarantos her life started to go off the rails. First she was fired. Now she's pregnant with the ruthless Greek's baby! It was only supposed to be one wild, passionate night. Yet when Ellie shows up demanding Alek legitimise their unborn child he shocks himself…and agrees to her outrageous request! Catapulted into a world she wasn't meant for, with a husband she shouldn't desire, Ellie finds her resolve wavering. Until a tiny kick from within reminds her why she made a deal with this handsome devil: her baby, his heir…

From one night…  When Sergio Burzis table at an exclusive London restaurant is invaded by a stunning woman fleeing a blind date, he's intrigued. Candid, innocent artist Susie Sadler is nothing like the women he normally dates. The urge to sweep her into his gilded realm – if only for the night – is overwhelming.  … to nine months!  But there are repercussions to taking what you want, and Sergio's rigidly controlled world is soon shattered – Susie's pregnant! Now they'll have to find a way to face their uncertain future together and resist the craving for each other that impulsive night ignited…  When one night…leads to pregnancy!

She will share his bed… It may have been Charity Wyatt's father who stole from mogul Rocco Amari, but it's Charity who will pay the price of Rocco's vengeance. Carry his heir… Relinquishing her virginity should have covered Charity's debt, but her one white–hot night with the enigmatic Italian has unexpected consequences. And be his wife! Determined her baby will have a better childhood than she did, Charity asks Rocco for financial help. But Rocco has bigger plans in mind: to legitimise his heir by making Charity his wife! When one night…leads to pregnancy!

The passion she could never forget… When fiercely independent Sienna Newman's memory is lost, she's transported back to those blissful nights with her ex–boss, powerful Argentinian Emiliano Castillo! And with the news of her pregnancy sending shockwaves through them both, she tentatively accepts Emiliano's invitation to his luxurious private island… When Emiliano realises Sienna has no idea of how they were torn apart, he knows it's a race against time to secure his claim on his child – and Sienna! – before her memories return. Can the seduction of a lifetime convince her that she's where she belongs…in his bed?

A scandal of their own making Nikolai Cunningham has kept his family history secret for seventeen years. So when photographer Emma Sanders is granted exclusive access to his childhood home, he returns to Russia to ensure it stays hidden. Though she tries to keep her eye on the story, Nikolai's potent sexuality proves too much for Emma's untouched body to resist! But, convinced she only wanted a scoop, Nikolai casts Emma out unaware she's pregnant! When the consequence of their recklessness is revealed, Nikolai will legitimise his heir – with a gold wedding ring!

This night, Emma. That's all it can ever be. But Larenzo Cavelli lied. One blissful wintery night in his bed changed Emma Leighton's life forever. By dawn she knew two things: Larenzo would spend the rest of his life behind bars, and he would never see the baby their union had made.   Two years later, Larenzo's name is cleared and he will get his life back…starting with Emma. It was deception that imprisoned the self-made Sicilian, so what will he do when he discovers Emma has a Christmas secret he might never be able to forgive?   

Nine months to claim what's his!   For gardener Cassandra Rich, working in the foothills of Tuscany is the perfect way to escape her past. Until the man of the manor graces the villa with his presence and Cassandra with his attention.  Marco di Fivizzano can't take his eyes off the delectable Cass. So when he requires a plus one for a gala, Marco will uncover who this fiery blonde is — over dinner, or in his bed!   In Marco's arms, Cass blossoms, finding the freedom she's always craved…until she discovers she's pregnant and bound to the billionaire forever!

He was her formidable guardian…and she craved his touch! When domineering Spaniard Izar Augustin was made guardian to innocent Liliana Girard Brooks, he couldn't have known that the passing years would turn this young girl into an alluring woman begging to be shown the unconscious desires of her body. For as long as she can remember, Liliana's coolly elusive keeper has haunted her fevered imaginations. Hoping to sever the ties that bind them, she recklessly gives into one night of sensual abandon, shattering her naïve fantasies irrevocably. But the consequences of that night will bind them together...forever!

"Does anyone here present…"  Scarlett Ravenwood takes an enormous risk interrupting Vincenzo Borgia's wedding. He's rich and powerful, whereas she's penniless and alone, but she needs his help…to protect their unborn child!  Vincenzo's furious that Scarlett kept the pregnancy from him, but to claim his heir he has no other option than to make her his wife.  Scarlett hadn't imagined a 24 carat diamond would feel so heavy; it weighs on the ache in her heart. Because she might not get the one, truly priceless, thing she desires…for his heart is off–limits!

The secret she kept from the prince…  Dress designer Lisa Bailey reluctantly broke off her relationship with Luc, knowing an affair with the prince had no future. But one last stolen encounter left her quaking with passion, drenched in desire and unexpectedly pregnant!  Months later, Prince Luciano Leonides of Mardovia is on the brink of the perfect political marriage when a news article shows Lisa with an obvious bump! His baby. With Mardovian royal blood. Now he must claim his heir at any cost. She may be an unsuitable bride but she will become his queen!  When one night…leads to pregnancy!

The proposal he never expected to make…  Life as a single man suits Orlando Cassano just fine. He believes in working hard and taking his pleasures whenever he chooses. Until his affair with sassy CEO Isobel Spicer ends in a very unexpected result!  Orlando may not have had a father figure growing up but he will be a parent to his child. Yet getting independent career woman Isobel down the aisle will take more than his legendary skills of seduction. For she demands the one thing he's never given anyone: that he confront his past if they are to have a future…

From no–strings…to wearing his ring! Notorious playboy Loukas Kyprianos can't forget his wild night with sweet, innocent Emily Seymour. But when he arrives in London to offer a no–strings arrangement, Loukas uncovers a surprise consequence of their passion – Emily is expecting! Despite their exquisite encounter, Emily knows Loukas can't give her the fairytale she dreams of – so when he insists they wed, she agrees for their child's sake alone. But their engagement fuels their hunger, and when the irresistible Greek's protection turns to seduction it's only a matter of time before Emily succumbs to his touch!

Waitress…mistress…wife? Not being tall, willowy or sophisticated, waitress Darcy Denton knew she wasn't Renzo Sabatini's usual type. But enthralled by the powerful magnate, unworldly Darcy became addicted to their passionate nights together. Ensconced in Renzo's secluded Tuscan villa, Darcy glimpses Renzo's troubled past and desolate soul. She should end it before she gets in too deep, but then she discovers she's pregnant! Harbouring her own childhood secrets, Darcy doesn't dare tell Renzo, but as the mother of his child it's only a matter of time – nine months to be exact – before he claims what's his…

His goal: entice, seduce, reject... Ten years ago, with her father arrested for fraud, Letty Spencer became the most hated ex–socialite in Manhattan, forced to push away the only man she's ever loved. Now Darius Kyrillos is no longer just the poor chauffeur's son and he's come back to claim her!   Instead of slaking his thirst for vengeance, Darius was consumed by insatiable need the moment his lips touched Letty's again. But he couldn't have foreseen the consequence of his actions–soon he'll be a father. Letty rejected him once; Darius won't allow her to do so again!

Surrendering to the Italian billionaire… When ruthless Rafael Vitali learns that the woman in his bed is the daughter of his sworn enemy, he can't get her out of his penthouse quick enough. But when Allegra reveals she's pregnant, Rafael seizes the opportunity to assert his control. He insists Allegra move to Sicily…as his wife! Allegra's night of abandon with Rafael has shattered the life she once knew. His claim over her body and their unborn child is undeniable, but giving him a claim over her fragile heart is beyond foolish. Yet the temptation he poses is wildly, wickedly irresistible…

She succumbed to his sinful seduction…now she's carrying the Greek's baby! It's the last thing he wanted, but Greek billionaire Ares Kourakis is going to be a father. He'll do his duty and keep pregnant Ruby by his side – he'll even marry her. But when all he can offer is intense passion and a vast fortune, will that be enough to get idealistic Ruby down the aisle?

One night, one bed…one baby! When chauffeur Keira Ryan accidentally drives her car into a snowdrift, she and her devastatingly attractive passenger must find a hotel…only to discover they'll be sharing a bed! Luckily, billionaire Matteo Valenti takes it upon himself to show virgin Keira just how to make the most of a bad situation – with the most sizzling experience of her life. It's nearly Christmas again before Matteo uncovers Keira's secret. He may have resisted commitment his whole life but now it's time to claim his son and heir…

One passionate night…one shocking consequence! Working aboard Sheikh Khalid's luxury yacht, innocent laundress Millie hides in the shadows – until she succumbs to his touch. Overwhelmed by the intensity of their encounter, she doesn't realise his yacht has set sail – and soon she finds herself between his golden sheets! But becoming Khalid's mistress isn't the only consequence of their reckless desire… and Millie's scandalous news will bind them, permanently!

Claiming his wedding night! Presumed dead after a tragic accident, billionaire CEO Leonidas Betancur does not recall the vows he made four years ago. But after he is tracked down by his wife, Susannah, fragments of his memory reappear. He denied her of a wedding night, and now he is ready to collect! Abandoned in her bridal gown and believing herself a widow, Susannah now wants Leonidas to reclaim his empire so she can be free. But he is more untamed and dangerously attractive than she remembers! With a single touch she surrenders her innocence… And now the consequences of their passion will bind them together forever!

The prince with the plan  Prince Nadir's brief liaison with virginal Moulin Rouge dancer Imogen Reid was over almost before it began. And Imogen fled…carrying something very precious to Nadir. Now he's found her again and he has a plan:  Step 1: Take Imogen and their daughter back to Bakaan. Step 2: Ignore his body's betraying desire for the woman he's never forgotten. Step 3: Marry Imogen, securing his heir and stabilising his desert kingdom. But Step 2 proves increasingly difficult to execute–especially when it's clear he's not the only one struggling. So now it's time for Plan B…finish what they started in Paris!

Claiming his one-night baby Callie Smith gave up everything to care for her alcoholic father. After his death, she’s finally able to follow her own dreams. And what better way to celebrate than by spending an out-of-character—but outrageously sinful—night with gorgeous Italian prince Luca Fabrizio? To preserve his family dynasty, Luca was planning to marry a convenient bride—until Callie reveals the consequences of their heated encounter! Having just taken back her freedom, Callie refuses to wear his ring. To legitimize his heir, Luca must persuade her that life in his royal bed will be more pleasurable than she can possibly imagine!

Between the billionaire's sheets… Bound by a shocking consequence! Leo Conti is determined to secure a crucial business acquisition – until he meets Maddie Gallo. When their irresistible chemistry ignites, it's unforgettable! Then Leo learns the truth: Maddie is heiress to the company he plans to take over – and she's pregnant! Now it's his heir that must be secured. Can Leo strike a deal to meet Maddie at the altar?

'The princess is pregnant.' With the Italian's baby! For a stolen night of freedom, ever–dutiful Princess Halina throws caution to the wind and succumbs to the seduction of notorious Rico Falcone. Yet the consequences of their insatiable passion lands Lina in royal disgrace. When she's hidden away to conceal her shocking secret, ruthless Rico storms the palace! He'll do anything to legitimise his child – he'll even make Lina his wife!