He's older, wiser, and always gets what he wants. This wedding is happening ... whether the bride likes it or not.Our twelve hand-picked stories feature young reluctant brides and the older men determined to claim them. These forced marriages may start out frigid, but our authors will prove that love can conquer all.Evernight's Reluctant Bride anthology stories are sure to deliver passion that is off the charts, scorching hot sex, and sigh-worthy happy ever afters.Gambit by Elyzabeth M. VaLeyHis Love Contract by Helen WaltonAmbivalence by Jessica JayneLoving Obsession by Allyson YoungMarrying the Devil by Jade MarshallArrogant CEO by Laura M BairdHighland Fling by Lily HarlemCrushed Violet by Sam Crescent and Stacey EspinoHeartless by Beth D. CarterReluctant Love by Arabella SheenRoman's Prize by Winter SloaneBetween a Rock and Mr. Big by Kait Gamble

Willow Storm is all alone. After her father passes away, he leaves her with the bar that he loved the most in life. She didn't have a good relationship with her father. He was an asshole and a drunk, but with nothing holding her back, she packs up and returns to his bar.She expects the place to be run down, but her father actually kept the bar in great working order. So, she intends to make it thrive. One Christmas Eve, as she is about to close for the night, a strange man in a leather cut shows up.Rebel Constantine knew Willow would return, but he didn't expect the curvy beauty she'd become. She's feisty and full of attitude. He is going to possess her. He makes a vow that in one year, she is going to belong to him, and he is going to have her begging and screaming for him.Willow intends to reject him. But for a whole year, Rebel is there and she cannot deny her attraction to him anymore.The following Christmas, Willow falls into him. They...

Jared has never forgotten Gina—the only girl he loves, the one he let get away. Being her roommate is his chance to finally get her. Gina creates a chore list and schedule for their place, and he sees his opportunity. Their attraction is clear, and they’re good together in the bedroom. His cock needs servicing and Gina’s the only one he wants for the job.

Ten years ago, Riley Lord lost everything. He watched his boss murder his pregnant wife in cold blood for a stupid mistake. Left for dead, Riley vows to kill the man who took everything from him—and intends to die in the process.

Easton Long can't go on. He's tired of the lies, and the only break he gets is at the bottom of a bottle. However, The Four Kings don't accept failure. He can't fuck up. Thrown into rehab, Easton can't hide from the truth any longer. His only solace is with his long-dead girlfriend.The past is catching up with him.Scarlett Knight never wanted to see Easton again. He broke her heart, shattered her soul, and left her with nothing. But with him back in her life, she can't ignore him.Easton knows he fucked up but he can't lose her again. He's willing to do whatever it takes to show her he's not the asshole who broke her heart.The only problem? She's married to an amazing guy, one who makes Easton feel part of their family. There's no way he can break them up. Is there a chance for him to find his place in their world without breaking it apart? Nothing has ever meant more to Easton than making his new life work, but how can he walk away from the past,...

Nate Smith has a secret.He is completely and totally in love with Carly Andrews, and has been since they were kids. The only problem is she doesn't know, and he doesn't believe she is ready to know. He doesn't want to spoil their friendship. But ... he also can't stand the thought of her with other men. So, he threatens or hurts anyone who would dare to go on a date with her.After years of disastrous dates, Carly knows she must be the problem. She is unlovable, and all she has ever wanted is to have a family. So, she intends to find a way to get pregnant. She no longer needs a man, just a sperm.The moment Nate hears of her plan, he is not having her use just any sperm. She will have his, but if she wants to have a baby, they are going to do this the good old-fashioned way.What started out as a crazy idea, soon becomes the best one yet. Carly has been in love with Nate all of her life. She has tried to hide her feelings, but now she has given him her...

In a small tourist town, there is a secret. After years of being used and tormented, a small group rose up to take back their town, and to make sure no one took control from them again.They're known as ... The Reapers. No one knows who they are, just that they are locals, and their identities will never be revealed.For years, Daniel Long and Amy Flynn have been dancing around each other. Neither of them crossing that line of friendship into more. When a tourist refuses to take no for an answer, Daniel intervenes. Amy has always had feelings for Daniel, but she refuses to jump into bed with any kind of random guy. She has seen the fallout from her best friend. She will not follow the same path.However, she cannot hide nor deny the attraction she has for Daniel. The moment he kisses her, all bets are off. Amy is not going to pretend they are friends anymore.Daniel has a secret. He doesn't know if Amy will be able to handle it. No one messes with...