Modern

Sophisticated and smooth–that's how Matteo De Luca is now–a world away from the rough and ready young Italian who seduced Stephanie when she was nineteen, and unknowingly left her pregnant. On the idyllic island of Ischial, in the Bay of Naples,

Stephanie has come face to face with her former lover. But though Matteo may have gained Mediterranean pride and polish, his physique is still rugged and his lifestyle oddly humble. Intrigued, and hopelessly attracted again, Stephanie surrenders to an intense affair. But her heart breaks when she thinks of the permanent pleasure that cannot be theirs not so long as Matteo keeps his secret and she hers

As soon as Olivia sees her estranged husband Dimitri Angelaki again, the chemistry between them ignites like a fireball. She wants a divorce, but the Greek tycoon has one condition: for a limited time she must pretend to be his loving, adoring wife once more The arrangement is purely for Dimitri's convenience and Olivia makes it all too plain that she will hate every minute of their forced mock–marriage

But inside she still loves her husband and once she's back in his bed, it's almost as if she's still his wife for real

When company boss Conall O'Brien finds Morgen McKenzie asleep at her desk he's furious. He's convinced she's a party girl who's been out on the razzle.

Little does Conall know that Morgen is a single mum who's been up all night looking after her sick child. And when professional proximity turns to something more meaningful, Morgen makes it clear that she doesn't want an affair: Conall doesn't do commitment and she needs her job.

But Morgen's got under Conall's skin, and what started with an unscheduled snooze looks like turning into a sleepover–in his bed!

Mitch Tyler has put his troubled past behind him to become a hot–shot lawyer. Strong and clever, he's the only one who can protect beautiful secretary Kathryn Ledger when she's caught in the crossfire between her boss and an old enemy.

But he's driven half–crazy by the sexual attraction he feels for Kathryn, who is engaged to another man. Then, just as Mitch's past finally catches up with him, he discovers that Kathryn feels the same way as he does

When top model Keri was stranded with dark, brooding bodyguard Jay Linur, it was clear they were from different worlds. But opposites attract and she impulsively abandoned the catwalk in favour of a walk on the wild side and the passion that came with it. But then Keri discovered that Jay was not all that he seemed: not only did he have brawn, but also brains and billions! And Keri found she couldn't walk away from him, especially since in bed Jay dropped his tough–guy guard!

Millionaire tycoon Byron Rockcliffe storms back into Cara's life, even though their marriage is long ended.

Knowing that Cara's design business is on the verge of collapse, Byron offers to save her from financial ruin by giving her the contract of a lifetime. Though he says his proposal comes with no strings, there is a catch: he's not just looking for an interior designer, he wants Cara to furnish him with a baby!

Cat Adamson is intoxicated by Liam Hargrave when they share an explosive night of passion. She agrees to be Liam's mistress–but that's all. However, Liam's a man who always gets what he wants, and he wants Cat–all of her!

Then Cat starts to realise the game she's playing is dangerous especially since she's falling in love She wants Liam but how can she change the rules that she made–and what price will Liam demand?

When tycoon Grayson Gallagher comforts Rebecca at her ex–fiance's wedding, she doesn't expect to wake up with him the next day! Exactly what kind of comfort has he given her?

Then Grayson proposes to take Rebecca on a working trip. But the question still remains: did they sleep together, or did they sleep together? Rebecca has to accept this assignment not knowing if Grayson's expecting to mix business with pleasure. After all, he's the boss. Would he request her services after hours?

The moment Leandra meets Theo Atrides, she is shocked by her response to his raw masculinity. His wealth, power and success attract an endless stream of women but she has no intention of being next in line.

Then they are forced to spend a week together on his private island and Theo decides to do whatever it takes to make Lea lose control. Faced with his relentless plan of seduction, the challenge of resisting the notorious playboy becomes too much to bear

Jessie was thrilled when she got a job interview at one of Sydney's top advertising agencies. But was there any point in carrying on the interview, when her potential boss, Kane Marshall, obviously remembered that steamy encounter they'd shared as strangers? What was Jessie to do? Here was the career she'd dreamt of, a salary that meant her little girl would need for nothing From nine 'til five Jessie might be at Kane's bidding, but after–hours she definitely wasn't up for bedding!

Billionaire Manolo del Guardo needs a new nanny for his six–month–old daughter fast!

Ariane Celeste is a Sydney TV reporter sent to interview the rags–to–riches tycoon, and she's surprised to find out that he's a devoted father in a fix!

His baby girl is adorable, and Ariane is persuaded to look after her temporarily. But Manolo is a man who recognises a good deal when he sees one, and he wants to keep Ariane. So he wastes no time in thinking up a way for her to take over permanently

Ramon Villalba is handsome, gifted and wealthy. Women queue to warm his bed. So why would he want a bride of convenience? Nena Carvajal is a well bred and exquisitely beautiful young heiress who needs protecting from fortune–hunters. On reflection, it would be no hardship for Ramon to enjoy the pleasures of an arranged marriage with her, or to add the Carvajal empire to his already thriving business interests. He has no doubt that he can tame his headstrong virgin wife.

But Nena expected to marry for love

Joaquin Alcolar has a rule – never to keep a mistress for more than twelve months! Cassie knows that her time is nearly up, and to save her pride–and her heart–she decides to jump before she's pushed!

However, when an accident leaves Joaquin with amnesia, he cannot recall Cassie ending their relationship. And, on doctor's orders, Cassie can't tell him the truth. So is she back where she started – in Joaquin's bed – until he recovers his memoryand the clock starts ticking once more?

Millionaire Cesar Montarez wants Rosalind the moment he sees her. This electrifying attraction is like nothing he's ever felt before. But Cesar has little respect for money–hungry women, mistresses or trophy wives. These titles would never apply to Rosalind until Cesar discovers that she has secret debts.

Disappointed in her, Cesar realises that now he can buy her as his mistress and Rosalind has little choice but to pay his price

Cullen O'Connell can't get their one–night stand out of his head but when he sees the seductive Marissa again, he discovers that their night together has created something more than a memory–she is pregnant with his love–child!

Cullen feels obliged to offer a marriage of convenience and claim his baby. And Marissa's circumstances leave her with no choice but to accept. But can a marriage born of duty turn into love?

Rowan Hawkins needs solitude and quiet. But her peace is shattered by unfriendly neighbour Evan Cameron. He's gorgeous in pain and the rudest man she's ever met!

Evan just wants to recover his health and return to his business. But his pretty, appealing, determined neighbour won't stay out of his life–or his thoughts. He's determined to resist his unwanted feelings for the young widow, but when she learns a shocking secret, Evan finds himself offering comfort. How long will it be before their reluctant need for one another flares out of control?

Marsha Kane hasn't seen her husband Taylor since she left him, suspecting him of having an affair. Now she's trying desperately not to fall for him all over again. After all, he cheated on her, didn't he? But he is gorgeous–too gorgeous by half

Taylor is determined to prove to Marsha he wants her back and he always gets what he wants, doesn't he? He's going to prepare the perfect seduction scene, turn on the charm and reclaim Marsha as his wife. Or is he too confident by half?

When Skye O'Hara's life is rocked by tragedy she's reunited with Falkner Harrington, her father's enigmatic business partner. Needing some time to consider her future, Skye has no choice but to accept Falkner's offer of refuge in his home.

However, the fiery redhead soon suspects that Falkner has a secret agenda–especially when he proposes a marriage of convenience. It's an offer Skye is tempted to accept. But can she discover Falkner's true motives?

Top tycoon Rocco Losi is legendary for being the best in his field–and for being arrogant and demanding. When he takes over Losi Construction he confirms his reputation by trying to sack Amy Hogan. But Rocco's presumption that Amy will leave without a fight is challenged

Who is this little spitfire–with little formal education–who thinks she can out–argue him and turn him on? Finally, Rocco decides that perhaps he'll keep Amy on after all–as his employee and his mistress.

After a whirlwind courtship Sheikh Hakim bin Omar al Kadar proposes marriage. There are no declarations of love, but shy, innocent Catherine Benning has already fallen head–over–heels for her sexy companion. So she accepts

After their wedding day–and night when the sheikh claims his virgin wife–Catherine and Hakim travel to his desert kingdom. But there's a shock in store for Catherine when she discovers that this is no love match for Hakim–he's bought her!