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Series · 5 books · 1855-2017

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#1

Prince of the Press

2016

Marcus Ambrose is Washington's newest political reporter, the Prince of the Press, famous for his womanizing ways. But when he lays eyes on his brother's new secretary, the Prince may have met his match, and he'll put all his talents to use to convince her to be his. Renee Erikson might well be the loneliest woman in D.C. She spends long days working for Ambrose and Associates, and long nights taking care of her family. Sexy, charming Marcus Ambrose is the boss' brother, and strictly off-limits. Renee can't afford to lose her job or her heart. The chase is on, and Marcus is pressing hard, will he get the girl, or give them both a world of heartache? Included in the Anthology "Mischief Under the Mistletoe: Holiday Hotties Just Waiting To Be Unwrapped"
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#2

The Kingmaker

1855

"Laurence’s tightly woven story is a superb mix of sexual and political tension that’s certain to please fans of both." — Publisher's Weekly He's America's golden boy. A power broker. A Kingmaker. She's America's dirty little secret. A sex broker. A scandal maker. Together they are headline news. Lies, deceptions. A Presidency hangs in the balance. Then, there is the chemistry. It's combustible, incendiary, explosive. She. Will. Ruin. Him. He might not care.
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#3

POTUS

2017

Jessica Hampton is the heir to a political dynasty, and the first woman President of the United States. For six years she has given up everything in order to fulfill her late husband's legacy. Now, as her term in office draws to a close, she wants nothing more than to finish with the dignity her family demands. But when Jessica begins to negotiate an important Middle East accord with the sexy Egyptian Ambassador, being President takes a back seat to being a woman. Kamal Masri knows all about being an heir. He's not only Egypt's Ambassador to the US, he's the son of one of the world's wealthiest men, and he’s spent his life in service to family and country. But when Kamal begins to negotiate an important Middle East accord with the beautiful President of the United States, being dutiful takes a back seat to being a man. Against a backdrop of international crimes, political maneuvering, and endless public scrutiny, Jessica and Kamal must navigate their growing attraction, conflicting expectations, and even an insidious threat to their lives. Can two people from opposite sides of the planet ever find a safe place to fall in love? The President’s Man is a lovers from opposing camps political romantic suspense full of intrigue, an amazing heroine, an alpha hero, sizzling heat, and a glorious happily ever after worthy of a White House movie. \ This book was previously published under the title POTUS.\
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#4

SCOTUS

2017

A second chance romance set in the political intrigue of Washington DC. Teague Roberts is a Supreme Court nominee on the fast track to the nation's highest legal job. As the best friend of the President's husband, he's a favored son in Washington, and a man used to getting everything he wants. But Teague is also a man with a secret, and it could explode his nomination, as well as the image he's spent so many years cultivating. Deanna Forbes is Washington's newest hot investigative reporter, and Teague's ex-fiancé. Her history with the only man she's ever loved is complicated and filled with remorse. When she shows up in D.C., assigned to report on his nomination, Teague knows things won't end well, because Deanna could tear down his house of cards. As the confirmation hearings heat up, and sparks fly between the former lovers, they must both decide what matters more—the job or the person, ambition or heart. And as a delicate dance toward reconciliation begins, more secrets will be revealed, old betrayals will be unearthed, and two fractured souls will have one last chance at forever. In the city where politics burns bright, will Teague and Deanna rekindle their love, or flame out once and for all?
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#5

The Darkhorse

2017

A Bride. Lisa Scotch has been burned by her ex-husband, a soldier who took off, leaving her with no forwarding address and enough debt to sink the Titanic. She's lost nearly everything, and Christmas is looking nothing like the season of joy. Until Colonel Jefferson Thibedeux walks into the elementary school she teaches at and turns everything upside down. A Soldier. Jeff Thibedeux is the quiet one, a "darkhorse" most people don't see coming. He's married to the military, and things like family and holidays have never meant much. But when his commanding officer tells him a promotion to General won't be forthcoming unless Jeff can get an actual wife, his world is turned upside down. An Arranged Marriage. When Jeff meets the pretty school teacher who has everything but her finances well in hand, he knows this is his chance. He'll pay her bills, she'll be his wife in the eyes of the law and more importantly, the Pentagon. A clean business deal that will benefit them both. But when Jeff and Lisa prepare for their first holiday as husband and wife, feelings spark like Christmas lights, and things get as hot as the fire in the hearth. Can business become pleasure, or even something more? One thing's for certain, for this soldier and his bride, Christmas will never be the same.

Author

Selena Laurence
Selena Laurence
Author · 35 books

Romance Author | Coffee Drinker | Breaker of Tropes | Mother of Doodles Selena Laurence is a USA Today Bestselling and award-winning author of One of a Kind Romance. She has published books in Contemporary Romance, New Adult Romance, Romantic Suspense, and Paranormal Romance. She’s also a curated contributor in non-fiction on Medium as SE Reed. Selena lives in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado with her family, her Goldendoodle, and Demon Cat. Her favorite city is Edinburgh, her favorite color is purple, and her favorite shoes are Converse.

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