Books like Expecting the Playboy's Heir by Penny Jordan

When 17‑year‑old Emily Blake kisses the formidable Italian Count Rafael Di Salis, she learns she is bound to marry him by her late father’s wish. At 21 she becomes his bride in a quietly arranged romance.

A divorced New Zealand woman keeps a secret—her child—after leaving her billionaire husband. Four years later he tracks her down and forces her back into their life and bedroom.

When Prince Luc D'Urbino demands a quick marriage, former lover Carrie Broadbent faces a royal ultimatum—support his principality or risk losing everything.

Nic Leandros, 37, discovers that Tina Matheson, 27, is carrying his late brother’s child. Facing family tradition that no heir may be born out of wedlock, they agree to marry for the baby’s sake.

In a love‑and‑money collision, innocent Alli Pierce pursues her birth mother while billionaire hotel magnate Slade Hawkings suspects her of being a gold‑digger. Despite his doubts, skin‑to‑skin chemistry forces them into a one‑night bargain that could change both lives.

On a business trip to Prague, Beth meets the magnetic Alex Andrews. Determined to avoid romance after a painful betrayal, she must decide whether his passion hides a treacherous agenda.

In a contemporary romance, virgin Katie Crighton, drawn into her family's business, faces the dangerous allure of the passionate Sebastian Cooke. One night of temptation sparks a longing that keeps her yearning for more.

When millionaire Nash Connaught learns of Faith’s secret, he confronts her with a marriage proposal, forcing both to confront past betrayals, blackmail, and the temptation that has kept them apart for a decade.

When the Sheikh of Dhurahn seeks a bride for his brother, he turns to the stranded Englishwoman Sadie Murray, testing her virtue and resilience in a high-stakes arranged marriage.

An entertaining contemporary romance where an escort, Silas Stanway, is hired to accompany Tilly to her Christmas wedding in Spain, leading to unexpected sparks and misunderstandings.

When Samantha Miller seeks to start a family, her plans take an unexpected turn as she visits her married twin in England and discovers a surprising connection with the local man, Liam Connolly, who may be the one to father her children.

Prince Vereham al a'Karim bin Hakar’s strict rule is tested when an accidental encounter with the novice Samantha McLellan threatens his honor—he blackmails her into being his mistress.

Suzy, once deemed a harmless woman, is thrust into a high‑stakes spy thriller when Colonel Lucas Soames labels her a security risk and forces her to assume the dangerous role of his mistress in a guarded Italian villa.

A breezy romance where a distracted teacher, Jodi Marsh, awakens in the wrong room and sparks a passionate encounter with Leo Jefferson—leading to an unexpected engagement that tests reputations and hearts.

In the perfume world of France, entrepreneur Leonard Stapimopolous acquires a historic house and a charismatic designer, but the transaction turns into a tight‑rope romance that tests both ambition and affection.

Jake Carlisle transforms scruffy tomboy Lucianna Stewart into a confident temptress, teaching her fashion, flirtation, and confidence while navigating their growing attraction.

Millionaire banker Marcus Canning and debt‑ridden Lucy fall into a passionate marriage of convenience, but their bliss is threatened when Lucy becomes the target of a threatening blackmailer.

In a breathtaking desert realm, Katrina is rescued by a strict‑honor Sheikh who insists she marry him to protect her. The rigid code forces a reluctant romance when she discovers she is a virgin.

Single cop Rick Chandler, known for his charismatic charm, is challenged when a runaway bride vows to never marry—and becomes his unlikely partner in a passionate romance that tests his devotion.

Wealthy Juliana Alden seeks excitement at a charity bachelor auction and falls for the reformed bad boy Rex Tanner—whose vow to curb his wild ways threatens their fiery connection.

Reasons of the Heart by Susan Napier The cabin was to be a sanctuary. The one place in New Zealand for her to contemplate the drastic changes she was planning in her life. But Francesca Lewis found it already occupied. Ross Tarrant, an uncomfortable reminder of her naive adolescent days, was firmly and legitimately ensconced. She had outgrown the embarrassing memories but had never forgotten him, and found he still left her light-headed and breathless. Ross saw Francesca as a challenge, the old chemistry between them still strong. Yet beneath the mature, successful facade, he exposed the same insecure, vulnerable girl she’d once been. Seascape by Anne Weale Handsome is as handsome does... When Kate Poole tracked down the estranged grandson of her beloved employer, she little guessed the consequences her actions would bring. A renowned playboy, Xan Walcott was unlike any man she had ever known - and decidedly more dangerous! He would use and abandon her without hesitation. Though necessity had forced her to work alongside Xan in Crete, Kate was hoping her own practical nature would save her from falling for Xan's legendary charm. Reform of the Rake by Catherine George A daddy for Christmas... Sensible Lowri had no intention of succumbing to Adam Hawkridge's careless charm. But Adam persisted, Lowri resisted - and gave in. Loving Adam had its price - soon Lowri was expecting his baby. He proposed marriage but Lowri knew his heart just wasn't in it. So she jilted him at the altar, pretending her pregnancy was a false alarm. Two years later, and Lowri was looking forward to spending Christmas with her pride and joy - little Rhosyn. But the festive season would bring with it a series of surprises and shocks - not least that Adam Hawkridge was about to discover the existence of his daughter!