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My Brother's Best Friend

My Brother's Best Friend

by Tania Shava

Amelia moves to a quiet new place, ready for a fresh start and a little peace. What she does not expect is Mason, her brother’s best friend, living right there in her space—and in her thoughts. He is charming, careless, and exactly the kind of man she knows to avoid. Amelia keeps her distance, setting clear boundaries and reminding herself that some lines should never be crossed. But living under the same roof has a way of turning simple rules into complicated feelings. With every shared moment and unexpected glance, tension builds in ways she cannot ignore. As walls begin to shift, Amelia finds herself wondering if staying in control is harder than she ever imagined.

The Bodyguard

The Bodyguard

by Haylie Bee

Rosalie William, heiress to the William fortune, has been locked away in her house since a failed kidnapping attempt at the age of 4. Now, at 19, she's desperate to escape and go to college, to experience the real world like her peers. After much pleading, her parents finally agree under one condition: she must be escorted by a bodyguard at all times. Enter Jonathan Jones, the son of a billionaire who, due to some truly bad decisions, has found himself broke, jobless, and in dire straits. He thought that babysitting some spoiled princess would be a walk in the park, but he quickly discovers just how much of a handful she can be...and in more ways than one.

Age Rating: 18+ (Content Warning: Assault, Drug Use/Overdose, Kidnapping, Sexual Assault/Abuse, Stalker, Suicide, Violence Against Women)

Safe with My CEO

Safe with My CEO

by Kelsie Tate

Nicole has been running from the past for two years. She's finally landed an ideal job as an executive assistant. Caleb, her new boss, knocks down her defenses and sweeps her off her feet. But what happens when the past comes calling?

Rooming With The CEO

Rooming With The CEO

by Brittany Carter

When Lilly’s art gallery closes during the recession, she’s grateful to stay at her brother’s seaside rental—until she finds out she’s sharing the place with Luther Whittington, her brother’s incredibly handsome, incredibly famous best friend. Luther’s hiding from the media, and what starts as irritation quickly turns into undeniable attraction. Things really heat up when Lilly is offered a contract to “fake date” Luther, plunging them into a whirlwind of mixed signals, hidden feelings, and sparks that refuse to stay buried. Will their fake romance turn into something real, or will the truth be too much for either to handle?

I'll Fight for You

I'll Fight for You

by Tate Rivers

In a world where fists collide, Claire dominates the streets as an undefeated fighter, while Blake is a rebellious bad boy hiding an unexpected brilliance. To uncover Claire's reason for battling, you must strike into her past. To grasp who Blake truly is, you must duck beyond the surface. Now, there's one burning question: Are these two prepared for the most monumental fight of their lives? Get ready, because their destinies are about to clash in a heart-pounding showdown like no other.

Surrendering to the Billionaire's Lust

Surrendering to the Billionaire's Lust

by Jhenny Pink

Rue’s world cracks in a single, brutal moment, and then goes blessedly quiet. She wakes in a mansion that feels too grand to be kind, with no memory of who she was or what she lost. The man watching over her is magnetic, powerful, and very clear about one thing—she belongs here. He offers comfort wrapped in control, safety laced with desire, and answers only when he chooses. As Rue adjusts to her glittering new reality, flashes of emotion surface without explanation. Is she finally cherished, or simply claimed? Either way, the pull between them is impossible to ignore.

Tides That Turn

Tides That Turn

by Selina Jefferson

Vet Katie Moore is ready to leave her cheating boyfriend behind—until a wild girls’ night in Hollywood collides with LA’s newest football star: her first love, Jensen Adams. With old wounds, new sparks, and the spotlight closing in, Katie is pulled back into a world of fame, temptation, and dangerous attention—where trusting the wrong man could cost her everything.

Trigger warning: Mental Abuse, Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Suicidal Thoughts, Miscarriage

Hart Siblings Book 1: Saving Odette

Hart Siblings Book 1: Saving Odette

by Meghann Crane

Odette is done playing it safe. After escaping a toxic relationship, she’s searching for a fresh start—and the last person she expects to lean on is her brother’s best friend. Reece has always been off-limits, but now he’s showing up like her personal hero. With five protective brothers watching her every move and her heart still healing, falling for Reece should be the worst idea ever. But some rules are made to be broken… and some sparks are too strong to ignore. He’s ready to risk it all for a second chance—will Odette be brave enough to take it?

Stolen by the Motorcycle Club

Stolen by the Motorcycle Club

by Midika Crane

This novel is a contemporary adaptation of STOLEN BY THE ALPHA.

He suddenly lurches forward, grabs my arm, and pushes me up against the wall, one hand holding my wrists above my head. The other pushes my hips against the wall.

“Don’t play me, Phoebe! Not when I’m seriously considering either slitting your throat or ripping your clothes off,” he hisses.

His lips are so close to mine that I feel his breath dance on my skin.

He lets go of me and pushes me into my room.

“Punishment starts tomorrow,” he growls.

Phoebe is not like the other people in her town. She isn’t afraid of the cursed Vengeance MC club president who lurks in the shadows. One night, however, as she sleeps soundlessly in her bed, he kidnaps her. He drags her into a world of secrets and evil, far away from everything she’s ever known. Will President Ash turn Phoebe into a monster just like him? Or will she help him find the light once more?

Age Rating: 18+ (Kidnapping, Threat, Sexual Assault/Abuse)

Bad Business

Bad Business

by Elise Faber

I was a single dad. I didn’t have time for love.

When I found out I had a son, my life changed for the better. My kid was great. My heart, though, was not. It had been trampled, kicked around, and shredded just for good measure. Obviously, after all that, I wasn’t looking for love.

But then…came Maddie.

She was an integral part of my brother’s company—it would be bad business to start something with her.

Only, she was smart and funny and capable and…my heart didn’t feel like it was in pieces when I was with her.

It felt whole. It felt like it had always been hers. It felt like…I needed to keep her forever.

Age Rating: 18+

Undercover at the MC

Undercover at the MC

by M. Wolf

Vanessa, tasked with going undercover at a local motorcycle club suspected of illegal activities, finds herself drawn into a gritty, complex world she never expected. Her mission is clear: gain trust, gather evidence, and report back. But as she becomes part of this tight-knit, chaotic group, reality begins to blur, and her loyalties waver. Caught between duty and the magnetic pull of a certain grumpy giant with steely gray eyes, Vanessa faces an impossible dilemma. When everyone around her has secrets and betrayal feels inevitable, Vanessa must decide if the truth is worth the cost—or if her heart will lead her down a different path.

Colt

Colt

by Simone Elise

Summer might be married to a handsome businessman, but she knows something about his temper that others don’t. When her brother finds out what she’s been going through, he makes sure that his MC protects her. Only Summer wants nothing to do with MC life…until she meets "The Devil," and realizes there’s nothing quite like a bad boy to get her heart racing.

Age Rating: 18+ (Domestic Abuse, Attempted Sexual Assault, Murder, Miscarriage)

The Hardest Thing

The Hardest Thing

by Violet Bloom

Lyric never thought of herself as someone who would have an affair. She loves her husband, but her feelings for Parker are undeniable. And he feels the same way about her although he’ll never leave his wife and kids. There’s no happy ending in their future, only heartbreak. And even though they’re falling for each other, Lyric knows the only thing to do is walk away. It will be the hardest thing she’s ever done.

Age Rating: 18+

Hot Pursuit

Hot Pursuit

by A. Duncan

Rayna finds her husband cheating on her with her best friend. The divorce is messy, and Miles wants anything but to let her go. Realizing what a mistake he has made, he tries everything to get her to understand how much he loves her. She decides its best to start over, away from New York, and moves back to where it all began.

Kelly Hawthorne is a detective who has his own baggage and skeletons in his closet. But when he helps Rayna on side of the road, neither of them realize just how much fate has stepped into their lives. Can they make it together even when their pasts come looking?

The Night Operator

The Night Operator

by Constance Marounta

Maggie’s used to dealing with strangers as a call center worker, but she could never predict a client talking dirty to her over the phone…more than once…nor that she’d like it. Successful businessman Asher is determined to get the alluring woman on the other end of the line to play along, and he’ll stop at nothing to turn their naughty phone calls into reality. A workplace romance with a twist!

Age Rating: 18+

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