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Marlyn Love

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Romance, Contemporary, Fiction

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May 2020

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I write contemporary romance that goes beneath the surface.

Expect slow burns that actually earn it. Best friend's brothers who don't fold. Forbidden dynamics with real stakes. Power exchange built on trust, not performance. Found family who fight for each other like the world depends on it.

My books run from steamy to scorching — sometimes sweet enough to ache, sometimes hot enough to wreck you. Always emotionally true. Always about being met exactly where you are.

If you read for the tension, the wanting, the moment something finally breaks open — you're in the right place.

Wide release author. Find me on Kobo, Apple Books, and everywhere else you like to read. ...more

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Average rating: 4.27 · 313 ratings · 184 reviews · 7 distinct works • Similar authors

	Unchained Hearts (Boston Romance Series Book 4) 4.15 avg rating — 110 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Beyond Friendship (Irresistible #3) 4.45 avg rating — 65 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Simply Irresistible (Irresistible #1) 4.35 avg rating — 60 ratings — published 2021 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Unbreakable Bonds (Irresistible #2) 4.48 avg rating — 44 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Wrapped Up: A Season of Trust and Desire ("Ecstasy & Enchantment" holiday romance series Book 1) 3.97 avg rating — 34 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Suite 7 (The Eclipse Suites, #1) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — expected publication 2026	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Suite 7: A Best Friend's Brother BDSM Romance (The Eclipse Suites Book 1) by Marlyn Love (Goodreads Author), Rotoscope Design (Illustrator) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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New Holiday Novella Coming

Hey friends!

I know it's been a minute, but I’ve got some exciting news to share—I’m publishing a novella this year! 🎉

And guess what? This Friday, I’ll be revealing the cover and the blurb. You’ll even be able to add it to your TBR, so get ready! I can’t wait for you all to dive into this one—it’s the perfect spicy, quick read to heat up your holidays. Trust me, it’s going to be addictive.

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