Bøker av Emily James

She's the one that got away.He's the one she wishes would go away. TATE: Rich, famous, and trolled by a relentless online nemesis, my life is a mess.My agent insists I date a "nice girl" to save my career. Easier said than done when my naked butt is trending higher than my latest movie.But there is one woman from my past, a fiery encounter I never forgot.Too bad she'd rather poison me than play my game. JESSIE: Let's get this straight-I HATE Tate Blingwood.Our one-night stand was supposed to be just that, but now I've got a precious daughter to raise on my own.To make matters worse, he's everywhere, and I'm not just talking about my fantasies.Tate's career has hit the skids and he's on all the news stations and social media sites.Making revenge meme's was just supposed to be a little fun to keep me sane and keep his enormous ego in check.I didn't expect it to bite me on the ass when he ends up seeking refuge at the resort I live and work in. Now, I have to cater to Tate's every need.It'd take an Oscar worthy performance for me to fall for his charms again.So why is my heart racing each time he walks in the room? CATCH A FALLING STAR is a steamy romcom must read for fans of enemies-to-lovers, secret baby, workplace romance, second chance, and billionaire hero tropes. It can be read as a standalone novel and features on-page sizzle, a very happy ending and no cheating.

What happens when a jilted groom becomes the boss of a runaway bride?A match made in hell. LOGAN Arrogant, cold, heartless-these are the things people say about me. I wasn't always like this. There was a time I had it all, or so I thought. My wedding day was supposed to be the start of a new chapter: a new wife and a beautiful baby. Thank God I uncovered the truth just in time-my fiancée wasn't pregnant. The engagement was a charade and the supposed pregnancy a ploy to exploit my fame and fortune. Distracting myself with work is a piece of cake, but finding an assistant who can handle my grumpy demeanor? Now there's a challenge. From the moment she barged into my office, I knew she was trouble. Flighty and feisty, she's upending my carefully crafted image of a grumpy boss one sarcastic remark at a time. Last time I trusted a woman, I got burned. There won't be a next time. I'm almost certain of it. LAYLA When I uncovered my fiancé's dirty little secret, I fled, leaving him standing at the altar like a sad little penguin. As a desperate bride on the run, I'm forced to take the job no one in their right mind wants: assistant to the ego-inflated, billionaire owner of a luxurious resort. Logan Blingwood-his name alone sends shivers down the spines of his employees. He's infuriatingly arrogant, and glaring at me is his new favorite pastime. But beneath his grumpy façade and rock-solid chest, there's a flicker of vulnerability and a (nearly indiscernible) thump of a beating heart. His own heartbreaking story nearly destroyed him. I can't risk him discovering I left my fiancé at the altar, he'll hate me even more and I'll lose my job, my housing, and my career. Keeping my runaway bride status secret will be hard-but keeping my hands off the "bosshole" will be harder. CHASING THE WRONG BRIDE is a steamy romcom must read for fans of enemies-to-lovers, grumpy boss workplace romance, runaway bride, and billionaire hero tropes. It can be read as a standalone novel and features on-page sizzle, a very happy ending and no cheating.

Five years ago my pride got in the way of love.Now I'm about to swallow it.Willow: He was my first crush, my first love, and my first time.He's also the brother of my arch-enemy, Patti Banks.When he enlisted in the marines, he promised he'd be back soon.He lied.But now, almost six years on, he's back, and he's wondering why the gorgeous kid, who looks a lot like him, is calling me mamma. Ethan: We agreed it was forever, but then she never wrote me back.My sister hates her, but then, she hates everyone. When I lay my eyes on her, it's as if nothing has changed. She's still fiercely independent and packs a mean right hook.But now there's a kid involved, it's time to put our games aside.And this time, I'm playing for keeps.SEXY WITH ATTITUDE TOO is a HOT RomCom with lashings of banter, fun and all the feels. It is recommended

Some people think a knickerless walk of shame is as bad as it gets.Some people are wrong. Very. Wrong. GRACE: That awkward moment when you figure out the hot piece of ass in bed beside you, AKA-your drunken hook up-is your boss' boss, billionaire hottie Sebastian Stone. Even more awkward? The knowledge that there is no way I can retrieve my knickers from the chandelier above his bed without waking him. Now he wants me to be his fake girlfriend, and he has an offer I cannot refuse. SEBASTIAN: I've fought my whole life to prove I have what it takes to run the family empire. Unfortunately, these days my Gramps cares more about family values than stock values. And he's not handing over the company unless I find love. Grace Harper is the no-strings hook up I haven't been able to forget. Finding out she's my employee and a hot little rule breaker-Who brings their geriatric cat to work?-I figure she's perfect for Operation: My Fake Girlfriend. Will a phony relationship unleash Grace and Sebastian's deepest desires? Or will faking it make them come undone?OPERATION MY FAKE GIRLFRIEND is a HOT RomCom with lashings of banter, fun and all the feels. It is recommended for readers over the age of 18 due to adult content.

Katie Perkins lives a simple life. She takes care of her son, works hard, and tries not to worry about the man shaped hole in her life. That is until she wins a fantastic luxury holiday. Throwing caution to the wind, Katie let's down her hair and the holiday mood takes over.Enter Jackson Quinn, a handsome doctor who is no stranger to the good life.Katie has no experience of riches, and with only her bus fare home in her pocket she decides there's no harm in a few white lies... Filthy rich? Check. Size ten? Check. Olympic Gymnast who can complete a Rubik's Cube in under thirty seconds? Check. After all, it's not like she's ever going to see Doctor Quinn again...Follow Katie's hilarious journey as she learns that sometimes those little white lies really can come back and bite you on the butt.This standalone romantic comedy has a happy ending, no cliffhanger, and can also be enjoyed as part of The Power of Ten Series. It is best suited for readers over the age of eighteen due to sexual themes and mature content.

Six suspects. A blizzard trapping them together. And only two days to catch a murderer. Veterinarian Zoe Stephenson forgot how fast you could lose everything. With a boyfriend who loves her and her missing sister found, her life finally seemed to be going right. Until the worst storm in Michigan's history traps her at a convention center overnight with three hungry dogs, one annoyingly handsome off-duty detective, six people with a motive for murder, and one dead body. With Christmas fast approaching, she's only grateful there wasn't also a partridge in a pear tree. Now, to find the murderer before the weather clears and allows them to escape, Zoe will have to unravel her toughest puzzle yet-and face some secrets of her own that she'd rather keep buried. Barking Up the Wrong Tree is the exciting third book in the Cat and Mouse Whodunit cozy mystery series. If you like adorable animals, quirky characters, and a twisty-turny plot, then you'll love Emily James' page-turning story.

"When the museum curator who helped her find a replacement antique sap bucket is accused of murdering one of his employees, Nicole agrees to take the case as a way to decide at last which career path shell follow. If she can't successfully argue his case in court, she'll resign from a legal career for good"--Back cover.

"With all the murder investigations Nicole Fitzhenry-Dawes has been involved in since leaving her career as a criminal defense attorney, she's looking forward to a short vacation back to her hometown of Washington, DC. The trip turns out to be anything but restful. Her dog-sitter keeps calling with problems, her parents are up to some scheme that Nicole is sure she won't like, and someone is sending her best friend messages that are both threatening and intimate"--Back cover.

"Former lawyer Nicole Fitzhenry-Dawes week is off to a rough start. Her mom showed up from Virginia for an unannounced visit, there's a particularly virulent strain of the flu going around Fair Haven, and her friend Mandy discovered blood in one of the guest rooms of her bed-and-breakfast"--Back cover.

Lucy and Mother Maple>The story of Lucy is ultimately one of hope, strength, and unity with nature. Lucy's bravery is a reminder that when things get messy, there's always someone, or something, there to help. Lucy's story is also an excellent introduction for readers who want to learn more about regenerative farming and how it can revitalize the world we live in.

A gunman targeting pet owners. A veterinarian determined to protect them. Can she ferret out the shooter's identity before she ends up with a bullseye on her own back? Zoe Stephenson is terrified of losing everyone she loves. She never imagined she'd be fighting to save a human life, but that's exactly the situation she finds herself in when a friend is shot. When her friend barely pulls through, Zoe knows it's only a matter of time before the shooter returns to finish the job. Following the few clues she has, Zoe begins to suspect that her friend might not be the good man he appears to be. And as the evidence mounts and threats are made on more people she cares about, Zoe fears the gunman has now turned his sights on her and her sister. With the lives of those who matter most to her on the line, can Zoe find the missing piece of the puzzle in time? Of Mice and Murder is the exciting second book in the Cat and Mouse Whodunit cozy mystery series. If you like adorable animals, quirky characters, and a twisty-turny plot, then you'll love Emily James' page-turning story.

Joanie Fox can't wait to settle down and marry the man of her dreams. However, when her engagement starts to look more stalemate than soulmate, her best friend stages an intervention sure to make even the most hardened, serial daters wince: 10 Dates in 10 Days. Statistically, if you kiss a lot of frogs there's bound to be at least one that's not a complete toad, isn't there? With nothing to lose, Joanie embarks on a crazy rollercoaster of blind dates. After all, what can possibly go wrong in the search for Mr. Right? 10 Dates is a standalone, sexy, laugh out loud romantic comedy with a happy ending. It is not for the feint hearted and is best suited for readers over the age of eighteen due to sexual themes and mature content.

Emily James writes from the heart. She knows no other way. Her poetry and prose are raw and emotional, but each piece is her truth.Inside These Walls gives Emily James' journey a voice. She takes you by the hand through the doorways of her mind. Emily James lets you into her world during the happy times, the struggles, and those days she thought were impossible to come back from. Each page shows Emily James' vulnerability and the ink she has spilled shows a life well-lived, days survived, and moments conquered.

She never imagined that doing the right thing would get her accused of murder... Zoe Stephenson has spent her whole life trying to prove that she's nothing like her convict mother. She has a career she loves as a veterinarian. She responsibly comes back to her home town to care for her sister after a car accident. She even manages to keep her temper under control...most of the time. Until a couple shows up at her door, begging her to help their dog because the local vet is nowhere to be found. The missing vet turns out to be none other than the cheating ex-fiancé who cost Zoe her dream job. Her attempt to find him so she can make sure the town's animals receive proper care lands her in her ex's house, with blood on her shirt, when the police show up. The annoying chief of detectives is convinced Zoe killed her ex. But when her ex's death looks like it might be connected to both her sister's accident and the town's strange animal bylaws, it's more than just Zoe's reputation on the line. To keep her sister safe and herself out of prison, Zoe must solve the most challenging case of her career. A Tail of Murder is the first book in the Cat and Mouse Whodunit series of animal-friendly cozy mysteries. If you love quirky characters, page-turning plot twists, and delightfully mischievous pets, then you'll love best-selling and award-winning author Emily James' newest mystery series. See if you can figure out the truth before Zoe does in A Tail of Murder!

Ignorance is rarely ever bliss... Nicole Fitzhenry-Dawes' wedding day is fast approaching, and what she should be focused on is the last-minute details like dress fittings and cupcake tastings. She's not. Fair Haven's police chief is missing and another Fair Haven PD officer has been brutally murdered. When evidence starts showing up that implicates Nicole's fiancé, Mark, as the mastermind behind it all, Nicole knows she has to investigate, otherwise she might be taking her vows through prison cell bars. But doing so will bring her directly into conflict with the worst criminal she's yet faced-one who's willing to do anything to remain anonymous. End of the Line is the ninth book in Emily James' Maple Syrup Mysteries. If you love small-town settings, quirky characters, and a dollop of romance, then you'll want to buy this amateur sleuth mystery series today! This book is a clean mystery and contains no swearing, gore, or steamy bedroom scenes. While the series is best enjoyed in order, each book is a complete mystery on its own. This is the large-print version.

Nicole's "maid-of-honor Elise Scott is suspended from her job as a Fair Haven police officer for investigating a case she shouldn't have been anywhere near, endangering not only her career but also her relationship with a fellow officer. Nicole can't believe Elise would have risked so much without a good reason"--Back cover.

It's very important to be a good citizen. But what does that mean? Readers will learn through examples in a fun question-and-answer format that taking pride in what you do and trying to make the world a better place shows good citizenship.