“
Hard and Fast
hit me like a ton of bricks and didn’t let up until I finished the last word . . . A great second installment from Erin McCarthy! I was captivated and completely enamored of both characters and the love they shared.”

—
Romance Junkies

“McCarthy has done it again! This follow-up to
Flat-Out Sexy
is a thrill ride that’s unexpectedly funny, sentimental, and thoroughly entertaining. It’s full of real women and sexy men, and these authentic characters, their unexpected love, and a few twists will make you a stock car racing fan.”

—Romantic Times

“A wild ride. This delightful tale entices the reader from page one . . . The passion is as hot as a firecracker . . . Buckle up, ladies, this is one fun read.”

—
Romance Reviews Today

“This is Erin McCarthy at her best. She is fabulous with smoking-hot romances!
Hard and Fast
is witty, charming, and incredibly sexy.”

—The Romance Readers Connection

“Author Erin McCarthy has written another fun, sexy, and humorous story that engages readers from the first page to the last . . . The sensuality between these two will have the readers fanning themselves as they race through the story eager to cross the finish line.”

—Fallen Angel Reviews

“This book had my heart racing with passion, laughter, and happiness for these characters from start to finish. Erin McCarthy has the magic touch when it comes to contemporary romance!”

—A Romance Review

FLAT-OUT SEXY

“Readers won’t be able to resist McCarthy’s sweetly sexy and sentimental tale of true love at the track.”

—
Booklist

“A steamy romance . . . Fast paced and red hot.”

—
Publishers Weekly

“This is one smart, sassy, steamy, and flat-out sexy read. McCarthy will have you giggling on page one, fanning yourself by page twenty-five, and rooting for the hero and heroine the whole way through. Buckle your seat belt and hold on—this is a fast and fun ride.”—
Romantic Times

“A new series that sizzles both on and off the field.”

—
Romance Junkies

“The searing passion between these two is explosive, and the action starts on page one and doesn’t stop until the last page. Erin McCarthy has written a fun, sexy read. The love scenes are sizzling, and the characters are memorable.”

—
Romance Reviews Today

“
A runaway winner! Ms. McCarthy has created a fun, sexy, and hilarious story that holds you spellbound from start to finish . . . A must-have book for your bookshelf!”

—
Fallen Angel Reviews

HEIRESS FOR HIRE

“If you are looking to read a romance that will leave you all warm inside, then
Heiress for Hire
is a must read.”

—
Romance Junkies

“McCarthy transforms what could have been a run-of-the-mill romance with standout characterizations that turn an unlikable girl and a boring guy into two enjoyable, empathetic people who make this romance shine.”

—
Booklist

“Amusing paranormal contemporary romance . . . Fans will appreciate Erin McCarthy’s delightful pennies-from-heaven tale of opposites in love pushed together by a needy child and an even needier ghost.”

—The Best Reviews

“One of McCarthy’s best books to date . . .
Heiress for Hire
offers characters you will care about, a story that will make you laugh and cry, and a book you won’t soon forget. As Amanda would say: It’s priceless.”

—
The Romance Reader
(5 hearts)

“A keeper. I’m giving it four of Cupid’s five arrows.”

—
BellaOnline

“An alluring tale.”

—A Romance Review
(5 roses)

“The perfect blend of sentiment and silly, heat and heart . . . Priceless!”

—
Romantic Times
(Top Pick, 4½ stars)

A DATE WITH THE OTHER SIDE

“Do yourself a favor and make a date with the other side.”

—Bestselling author Rachel Gibson

“One of the romance-writing industry’s brightest stars . . . Ms. McCarthy spins a fascinating tale that deftly blends a paranormal story with a blistering romance . . . Funny, charming, and very entertaining,
A Date with the Other Side
is sure to leave you with a pleased smile on your face.”

—
Romance Reviews Today

“If you’re looking for a steamy read that will keep you laughing while you turn the pages as quickly as you can,
A Date with the Other Side
is for you. Very highly recommended!”

—
Romance Junkies

“Fans will appreciate this otherworldly romance and want a sequel.”

—
Midwest Book Review

“Just the right amount of humor interspersed with romance.”

—
Love Romances

“Ghostly matchmakers add a fun flair to this warmhearted and delightful tale . . . An amusing and sexy charmer sure to bring a smile to your face.”

—
Romantic Times

“Offers readers quite a few chuckles, some face-fanning moments, and one heck of a love story. Surprises await those who expect a ‘sophisticated city boy meets country girl’ romance. Ms. McCarthy delivers much more.”

—
A Romance Review

“Fascinating.”

—Huntress Book Reviews

PRAISE FOR THE OTHER NOVELS
BY ERIN MCCARTHY

“Will have your toes curling and your pulse racing.”

—
Arabella

“The sparks fly.”

—
Publishers Weekly

“Erin McCarthy writes this story with emotion and spirit, as well as humor.”

—
Fallen Angel Reviews

“Both naughty and nice . . . Sure to charm readers.”

—
Booklist

Titles by Erin McCarthy

A DATE WITH THE OTHER SIDE
HEIRESS FOR HIRE

The Fast Track Series

FLAT-OUT SEXY
HARD AND FAST
HOT FINISH

The Vegas Vampires Series

HIGH STAKES
BIT THE JACKPOT
BLED DRY
SUCKER BET

The Deadly Sins Series

MY IMMORTAL
FALLEN
THE TAKING

Anthologies
THE NAKED TRUTH
(with Donna Kauffman, Beverly Brandt, and Alesia Holliday)

AN ENCHANTED SEASON
(with Maggie Shayne, Nalini Singh, and Jean Johnson)

THE POWER OF LOVE

(with Lori Foster, Toni Blake, Dianne Castell, Karen Kelley,
Rosemary Laurey, Janice Maynard, LuAnn McLane, Lucy Monroe,
Patricia Sargeant, Kay Stockham, and J. C. Wilder)

FIRST BLOOD

(with Susan Sizemore, Chris Marie Green, and Meljean Brook)

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To Jen Dengler and Adrienne Fowler.
Thanks for being awesome friends
and for a great weekend at the racetrack!