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I was raised with the criminal underground’s most notorious crew turned government-sanctioned mercenaries in Texas and Colorado, known as the Death Kings. My uncle is one of them known as the Gator King. Now I walk in his footsteps, leading a crew of my own with his backing. To my family, my nickname is Seraphim, but in my kingdom, I’m the Viper King. Now the boys who left me, who swore they would stay by my side to protect me, are back in town. They are attempting to become like C.H.A.O.S. who ...

After being brutally rejected by an alpha and enduring the worst day of her life, Savannah is on the run, desperately trying to escape the inevitable. Her heat is coming, and with it, the crushing vulnerability of an omega without a mate.
To protect her sister, she flees, searching for a safe place to endure this agonizing time away from any pack.
But fate has other plans. Her journey leads her into forbidden territory, where the land is ruled by Fenrir, a powerful and ruthless alpha.
Fenrir...

They say office romance should never be a thing.
They say you should never mix business with pleasure.
They say you should avoid falling for your boss at all costs even if he just happens to be the hottest man to ever walk the globe.
They say true love shouldn’t be as complicated as it is.
“Listen to me Anastasia, here’s what’s gonna happen.
I’m gonna watch… and you’re gonna play.
I’m gonna possess … and you...
You are going to be a good girl.
Understand?”
When Anastasia Wells realizes t...

Alex Rivera has always been the quiet, dependable one—the best friend who stays in the shadows while everyone else shines. For years, he’s hidden his love for his best friend, Ethan Carter, watching him date one woman after another, smiling and wishing him well while his own heart breaks in silence.
When Alex’s family arranges a marriage with Sophia Martinez, a kind and intelligent woman, Alex decides it’s time to let go of his impossible dreams. But on the night before the wedding, Ethan sho...

The best way of ruining people's heart and mind is memories. Want a revenge? Give them memories, as much as you can." Taliya gasped on his low and husky voice looking at him with strange emotions as she raised her hand to graze his cheek but her smacked it down gently and continued.
"Destroy them, destroy their future, while making a past with them. Promise a soul-less present and then vanish, vanish into the thin air. Never come back, but watch them ruining themselves with the memories you gav...

Year 1968...
Divina was broken-hearted due to her lover, Alfredo's infidelity. He cheated on her with a rich heiress named Belen. Even though it was difficult for Divina, she forced herself to move on. She became a teacher in a private school and became close friends with their headteacher, Marco Salvador. Marco is a happy person and he shares this happiness with those people around him to the point that Divina is slowly falling for him... but there is one absolute rule in that school, they s...

She’s fire wrapped in silk. He’s ice laced with fangs. And when they collide, the world burns.
In the velvet shadows of Vancouver’s most dangerous secrets, RedLine — an underground club pulsing with magic, blood, and desire — is where vampires come to indulge. But when Katalim, a woman cloaked in mystery, steps into this world, everything changes.
Locked away for years, she’s finally free — but not safe. Katalim isn’t just a witch — she’s a weapon. Her power? The ability to channel raw sexual ...

She married the man she has been loved for ten years,but before she can truly win her husband's heart he will leave her forever.Her
husband is suffering from severe heart failure and will only live for a month at most.However she is two months pregnant. Does she really have to
trade two lives for one? The answer is yes, her life is originally given by her husband, gives it back is what she should do .......…

Caroline has just picked up her engagement ring that she ordered a few weeks ago. She wants to show the ring to Matthew, her fiancé, at Matthew's apartment. When she arrives at Matthew's apartment, she discovers Matthew having sex with her stepsister, Alexis. Caroline is furious and quickly leaves Matthew's apartment, but accidentally gets hit by a speeding motorcycle. At that moment, Jack, who is overseeing his company's apartment, sees Caroline and immediately saves her. The next day, Alexis a...

Kayla Wilson has no memory of her childhood. Found alone and lost in the middle of the woods at the young age of eight. The Wilson’s take her in, treating her as their own.
Nightmares plague Kayla every night as she sleeps. Shopping with her best friend, her nightmares become reality sending her life out of control.
She is thrust into a new life where her nightmares become more real with each day that passes. She learns there is more to the world than she ever thought possible. Stories and legen...

I never intended to run into him again.
I had a passionate one-night encounter with a stranger five years ago; the man's touch pierced my spirit. We never looked back and never swapped names. He was gone by daybreak. I found out I was having his kid a few weeks later.
Without him, I created my life, took care of my kid by myself, and gave my all to my work. Until the harsh hand of destiny chose to play.
I am now facing my new business partner, Johnson Kingston, a millionaire and nasty CEO. My...

Enough of hearing their bullshit, I decided to visit India for further investigation. Just a visit not going to change anything, rather, it gives the answer I'm dying to find.
Deep down I have a feeling that this visit will change my life but how? Let's figure out later.
I have finished my degree in Texas a famous college around the city. I'm a biological student who wishes to become a biological scientist like my father.
Yes, my dad is my hero and I will go beyond the ocean to fulfil m...

At a blood-thirsty castle in Dover, England, the chief vampire Lazarus has taken a woman from her home and holds her captive. He needs the blood from her to keep him young and powerful.
Drusilla is loved by her husband and her daughter, Ambrosia, but when Lazarus turns her into a vampire, she has no idea that she had a past life.
As time passes, after her mother's disappearance Ambrosia meets Nikolas, a young man. They fall in love, but it is finally revealed that Nikolas is Lazarus's son and...

“I am sorry...for...taking your pack” I whispered the last few words, unable to look at him after this realization.
“Don’t be” he sais as he gently cupped the side of my face with the scratches on it, making me looked up into his concerned eyes. “I never wanted to be alpha,” he said with a sigh, looking saddened.
At this I looked at him, confused. If he is my mate then he would still be alpha.
A sudden horrible thought crossed my mind. No he can’t!
With this thought I panicked, and I did...

When Maya Chen moved to the quiet beach town of Millbrook Bay, she thought she was getting away to peace. But 48 hours after she opens her private detective business, she finds a dead teenager on the beach and learns that this quiet town hides some very dangerous secrets. When people in the area tell her to stop digging and strange things start to happen, Maya has to use all of her detective skills to find out what's going on. But as she digs deeper, she finds that Millbrook Bay is linked to her...

After the death of his first wife, Matteo Marino, a wealthy CEO and powerful Mafia Boss behind the scenes, he was forced to remarry the daughter of his father's trusted friend.
Aria Barone, a young woman haunted by the memory of her beloved mother being murdered and burned alive by her father's rival, has lived in fear ever since. Forced to marry the man her father wanted, what will happen to her?

After his first wife passed away, Matteo Marino, a wealthy CEO and, behind the scenes, a strong mafia boss, was compelled to remarry the daughter of one of his father's most trusted men. Aria Barone, a little girl terrified at infancy from seeing her loving mother slain and burnt alive by one of her father’s competitors, was married off to the cruel Matteo. Does she discover Matteo's darkest secrets or does she fall in love with him?

In Cape City, where secrets linger in grand mansions, Williams Donald faces different family problems, his marriage to Julian Peterson was hell, he almost Lost his two legs as a result of falling upstairs when his wife threatened him with a knife, he became paralyzed. Later the mysteries surrounding his father's death, Mr Donald confronts a money laundering scandal led by Mr. Andrew Peterson. Enduring humiliation and tragedy, Williams discovers his father's hidden legacy, propelling him on a qu...

Cody’s a dancer with big dreams and no cash; Ryan’s a Hollywood heartthrob hiding who he really loves. One hot night at an after party sparks a secret romance, but when a leaked photo blows up their lives, the paps won’t quit. Cody’s stuck with hate mail, Ryan’s team wants him to fake a girlfriend, and messy side drama with a jealous co-star, a broke brother, and a sneaky reporter makes it worse. Can they keep their love alive under all the cameras, or will fame rip them apart?

"He chased her once in silence. Now, he’ll tear the world apart to win her back."
She was his secret.
Now she’s the one thing he can’t afford to lose.
For three years, Aria Hartfield has lived in the shadows, hidden beside Alpha Xander Stone, loved in silence, and slowly breaking.
Then she returns to her rumoured mate, and Aria walks away. Pregnant. Determined to start over.
Until Xander finds her with another man, one shattered table, one broken face, one secret no longer hidden.
And for the fi...

In a world of corruption and sin, an angel fell from the sky. Saving the devil from mass destruction. Each Dark Knight has a chance at redemption. And every Angel spreads their wings to save the ones they love. Giving the devil a second chance to redeem themselves for every bad deed they've done.
This is a collection of short stories based on minor characters from the Family Secrets
Series.
1 Dance With The Devil (Frankie and Aiden)
2 Breaking Point (Markus, Fiona, and Vladimir)
3 Dark And ...

Lucien leaned forward, his chest pressing against my back.
One hand snaked around to grip my cock, stroking me in time with his thrusts. The dual sensation was
overwhelming, and my cries turned to screams as I teetered on the edge of release.
"Cum for me," Lucien commanded, his breath hot against my ear. "Now."
The command was all it took. My body arched as I came, my vision going white. Lucien didn't stop, fucking me through my orgasm until he finally found his release, spilling deep inside...

Jasmine is a college student juggling a secret past and odd jobs through an app called HireMe. One day, she accepts a job that changes everything. She meets Elijah, the man engaged to Clara, the woman who hired her. Sparks fly and touches linger, but Clara is quick to notice the chemistry and uses it to blackmail Jasmine. With the help of her best friend, Maya, Jasmine fights back, trying to expose Clara’s hidden motives. As the tension rises, both women battle to uncover each other's secrets. A...

Magnus Anderson, an impeccable and charming magnate who has built his empire from scratch, hides a dark secret that threatens to destroy everything when his trusted partner betrays him and sues him for fraud. He loses his credibility as he prepares for the trial.
Determined to face his enemies, Magnus seeks help from Miranda Reynolds, an ambitious and talented rising lawyer who works for Magnus’ now-rival, Richard. She will have to choose between doing justice or continuing her affair.
The attra...

He downed another glass. “Everyone has their demons that need to be fed every now and then.”
Suddenly he grabbed the back on my neck and pulled me closer. I stared up ready to question him about what he was doing when his lips pressed against mine and we merged into a deep kiss.
His lips against mine were soft and gentle, yet not unyielding in passion. Without realizing it, I parted my mouth. He read my intent and gently slipped his tongue between my lips.
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An investigative journalist with ...

Seven years ago, Ethan's marriage to Emily ended in humiliation and heartbreak on their anniversary. Now, he’s back—richer, more powerful, and ready for revenge.
When Ethan unexpectedly reunites with Emily, he discovers she’s remarried and raising a seven-year-old son. Driven by resentment, he forces her to work at his company, determined to turn her world upside down.
But as buried truths surface and old feelings resurface, Ethan begins to question everything—especially when the boy he though...

Four friends. One reunion. A lot of unfinished business.
Ten years after high school, Brenda, Sadie, Michelle, and Colette reunite in their small ski town of Emerald Pines, Colorado.
Brenda, a chef, is back with big dreams and unanswered questions.
Sadie, a famous streamer, hides struggles behind her glamorous life.
Michelle, a fearless ski instructor, can’t escape the shadows of her past.
Colette, the hometown business owner, knows secrets the others would rather forget.
What starts as a fun re...

“Mommy, where is Daddy?" My twins ask for the hundredth time, their innocent eyes full of curiosity.
I smile, forcing the words out, "Daddy’s far away, sweethearts."
Years have passed since that night in Lagos when I took a decision that would alter my life. I never wanted to go back, but I can't now avoid it since I have two kids who deserve to know the truth. I go back to the city that left me to confront the life I made such a concerted effort to escape. I cannot conceal my secret any lon...

My dad sent me off in an arranged marriage to someone I knew nothing about and my stay with him was a living hell. But though he treated me so badly, it was better living with him than living with my family who never loved me. I also get everything I wanted. He had made it clear we were going to divorce if his ex-girlfriend returned, but I had not thought that it was going to be so soon and in a manner, I could never imagine. To save myself from the embarrassment I felt, I flee from my hometown ...

Grow up they say.
It's fun, they say.
Melissa Harts a new adult finds herself in a messy relationship with her lesbian best friend, the college famous player, and his stepbrother.
Legitimate son or not, the stepbrother could not let his brother get every so the drama unfolds

How are you able to measure true love? What will you do if fate itself tears you both apart? Can a heart truly forget a TRUE LOVE?
Rina Montecruz had a deep crush on her dream guy for three years already with the total package and almost perfect, Lambert Padilla. However, Lambert is cold towards her. It's because Rina is the exact opposite of Lambert... Lambert gets high grades while Rina's grades are at the professors' mercy. Lambert is a sports enthusiast while Rina is very clumsy. Both of ...

It was six years ago when they met and got separated for reasons still unknown to her. Now that she's on the path of making her own name and taking back what's rightfully hers, she might again need his assistance. Will she strike a deal with him again? Will she put her trust again on the man who had once betrayed and left her without saying anything? Will she take the risk of going over it again for the sake of her long planned goal?

Lila Anderson never thought fairy tales could exist, but when she enters a contract marriage with the reticent billionaire Ethan Cross, she finds herself in a nightmare from which she is unable to free herself. Lila believed she understood everything there was to know about her new husband and herself, but Ethan's world is murky and full of secrets and whispers.
Upon arriving at Ethan's vast, desolate estate, Lila soon found out that their marriage is more than a mere business deal—it's a risk...

She clawed her way out of hell, only to be captured by a devil.
Born into filth and abuse, Valencia Raine is nothing, and she has nothing except a burning hunger to disappear. She would do anything to escape the life she knows and be reborn into wealth and fortune.
So, when a dark offer comes her way, a million dollars on the line, she has to bury her morals so she can bury her past.
In a new city, with a bank account full of money, she is reborn as the untouchable Kendall McCarthy. At the to...

Every heart holds a secret, but some are harder to reveal than others… England, 1812. Aster Simmons lives a quiet and orderly existence working as a secretary and indulging in her love for puzzles—until her routine is disrupted by the arrival of an impertinent Scotsman who lounges around her office like an overgrown dog. The heated glances he casts her way make her think very non-routine thoughts. Hamish Logan, captain in the Highland Wolves, has been given a mission to protect the man working o...

Keenan Seymour, the second son of the Seymour family, and Aishleen Valega, the sole heir of the Valega family, face significant challenges to save their family's future and reclaim their inheritance rights. Keenan has faced problems due to the actions of his older brother in the past, while Aishleen becomes Keenan's only hope to restore their family's honor.
Keenan and Aishleen, who have been childhood friends, reunite at a funeral. They realize that they share a complex burden from the past and...

She thought she was loved at first, but she soon realized that wasn't the case. She was nothing more than a duplicate, a doppelganger, and a stand-in for them. And when the original reappeared, she had no choice but to vanish......
He thought he'd spend the rest of his damned life alone, in pain and loneliness, until she delivered herself to him on a silver platter one day.
He will do anything to have her in his arms, even if it means denying her many identities. To have him by her side, she wil...

The story begins in Italy, Rome (1826) with a young Carissa heading toward the castle, their family's castle. She is confused as to why she would be given away in marriage in exchange for peace that she was sure would never last.
She has a brief discussion with her father, to try to see if she could convince him against the idea but he would not hear it, and she was left with no choice.
While on a charade to get to know each other, Carissa forgets herself and ends up killing Clyde not wit...

'I wish I understood any of this Chris…' I innocently stated, and that was all the push that he needed.
He rummaged through the room, throwing things everywhere. He only stopped when he opened the drawer and read through a letter that he found there. Then he turned back towards the door.
'Chris, stop, please!', I cried. 'What does this have to do with my mother?'
Without turning around, he said gravely 'By sunrise, I don't want to see you here again. Pack up your things and leave, go anywhe...

My BDSM master is my dad's friend?
"My perfect little sub," he murmured huskily against my lips, his voice thick with desire as he continued to explore the depths of my mouth with his tongue. He reached over to turn off the running water. In a smooth motion, he effortlessly lifted me and settled me onto the slightly elevated sink.
"Raise your shirt." his voice was a low command. I complied without hesitation, lifting the fabric slowly until it gathered just below my belly button.
My pussy was i...

How often was it that two madly successful brothers wanted to sleep with a nobody like me? They worshipped my mom-bod when my own husband couldn't.
They fought with each other to make me theirs. And all of this unleashed passion that no couple nor even a pornstar could reach - over a Christmas getaway.
Sometimes, working as a tour guide comes with its own 'troubles', I guess!
My body was on fire. The young blood, who claimed to be a singer of some sort, had his hand on the small of my...

Five years ago, Haunted by the tragedy, Anise embarked on a journey to unravel the mystery behind her mother’s untimely death. Little did she know that this quest for justice would intertwine with the complexities of her own heart, and the magnetic pull she felt towards the handsome Detective Jake.
Detective Jake had known it was unprofessional to form that sort of relationship with the victim of the case he had been assigned to work on. But somehow, he found himself ready to lose it all, just ...

Lina Maria is a beautiful woman, born with elegant and distinctive features. There were countless of men chasing her, but she has never accepted any one of them. She will always remember the promise that her first love made to her in high school, “Wait for me, you will be the only girl that I will marry!”
Six years later, she was forced to marry the cold and ruthless billionaire president of DT Holdings, Lucas Lopez. “Since she wants to play with me, I will play with her till the end. I will m...

"You're going to meet your mate someday." I whispered.
"Olivia."
I forced a smile and lifted my head. "And it's fine. I'll be rooting for you all the way."
He cut me off with a soft "Liv."
I blinked away my tears. "No, listen to me. We need to accept that this won't last forever. You could find her on your next trip out of town, and I'll be forgotten."
I swallowed the lump formed in my throat. "I just hope we'll still be friends."
His face twisted in pain as he rested his forehead against mine, ...

Cecilia has planned a night of raw passion with her oblivious boyfriend, Julian, on his 21st birthday. Shy and a virgin, Cecilia plans to gift him her virginity. However, a case of mistaken identity in the dark leads her to a passionate, unexpected encounter with Julian's roommate and her own long-time best friend, Asher.
The intense, raw intimacy with Asher awakens a confusing mix of guilt and undeniable arousal within Cecilia. The hot night leads to more spicy encounters, as she navigates he...

He swings me around to face him and brings me against his chest. I gasp loudly and place my hand on his chest.
“Where do you think you are going?”
“Over there.” I whimper, nodding in the direction of the stools.
He stares down at me, a stare so intense it causes a shiver to run down my spine. I swallow hard, and he dips down, his warm lips covering mine. I moan and fist his tee, kissing back. Conrad runs his hand down my back and places it on the small of it to hold my body tighter to his ...

A scholarship to a prestigious school is not enough to drag Anderson out of poverty. Desperate for a way out, he doesn't decline the opportunity from a powerful businessman to spy on his son in college, but what Anderson doesn't expect is to fall in love with the very guy he was meant to betray.
When their romance flames up, so does the danger, because if the truth comes out, Anderson’s dreams and Carl’s trust will be destroyed. With this shocking betrayal unfolding, can love survive the ultim...

Young Elise of the Von Schillers was sent to Giancarlo Verrazzano for him to mentor secretly. A cynic to love, she manages to draw him in with her innocent charm and cheeky wit, and it is seriously impairing his duties.
When he learned that an old enemy has come back to the city, he has to expose her identity for her own sake even though it will force him to confess his connection to a secret – an exclusive club that caters to the darkest secrets of tortured souls...
Elise is dreading the day...