International Guy: Paris, New York, Copenhagen

Carlan (the Calendar Girls series) introduces three globetrotting sex symbols in this tangy collection of three novellas. Parker, aka the Dream Maker, and his best friends Bo, the Lovemaker, and Royce, the Moneymaker, wield their skills and appeal as the men of International Guy, Inc., ready to solve any problem for any woman. They assist Parisian heiress Sophie Rolland in taking the helm of a perfume empire, help famous actress Skyler Paige recapture her passion for her work, and encourage Princess Christina Kaarsberg to embrace the crown. As Parker uncovers what’s stifling Skyler’s muse, the two become intimately entangled, and Parker begins to think his crush might lead to romance. However, a somewhat clichéd overheard conversation causes Skyler to question their relationship, despite how hard Parker’s worked to stay connected with her. Carlan’s three brilliant and irrepressible ladies’ men will have romance lovers looking forward to the next fix. (July)