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In Too Deep

In Too Deep

Zainab Sambo

Nova doesn’t know his name or why he keeps showing up at her door, bleeding and bruised. All she knows is that saving him has become her dangerous little secret. He vanishes before dawn, leaving nothing but bloodstains and a racing pulse. But when her brother’s secrets pull Ghost’s violent world straight into hers, Nova’s carefully contained life detonates. Now, the mystery man on her couch isn’t just a bad habit—he’s a threat, a temptation, and the only one who might keep her alive. She’s patched him up too many times to count. But when the bullets fly in her direction… will he return the favor?

The Carrero Contract 1: Selling Your Soul

The Carrero Contract 1: Selling Your Soul

L. T. Marshall

Camilla Walters thought her luck had run out when she was cornered by drug runners she couldn’t pay. But fate intervened in the form of Alexi Carrero, head of the powerful Carrero family. Alexi’s rescue wasn’t without strings—Camilla had to make a deal with the devil to save her life. Thrust into his dangerous world, Camilla finds herself battling her emotions as she’s drawn deeper into Alexi’s web of control, danger, and irresistible charm. This isn’t a love story full of hearts and roses; it’s a tale of survival, power plays, and forbidden attraction. Let the games begin.

Geek Guy

Geek Guy

Emily Dash

Ian builds his world underground, filling a basement apartment with hobbies, screens, and rules that keep the outside safely away. Solitude feels controlled, predictable, and calm. Then Natalie crashes in with sharp wit, fearless energy, and nowhere else to go. Sparks fly fast, messy, and impossible to ignore. What starts as a thrilling secret quickly digs deeper, stirring buried fears and long-ignored needs on both sides. Ian clings to safety while Natalie searches for belonging, and neither is very good at pretending this is casual. Desire, vulnerability, and hope tangle together in a story about risk, trust, and the courage it takes to step into the light. Can two guarded hearts learn how to breathe again?

Jekyll and Hyde Series

Jekyll and Hyde Series

E. A. Baker

Jamie is an international mastermind and professional thief masquerading as a small-town tattoo artist. Rogue is the bad-boy leader of a local motorcycle club who looks like sex on a stick. The sizzle between them is instant and explosive.

Luckily, the two have one thing in common—both have sworn off relationships for life. But after Jamie takes a bullet for Rogue’s daughter, Angel, can Rogue keep seeing her as nothing more than addictive fling? Or will Jamie’s secrets and dark memories tear them apart?

Book 1 Allie in Wonderlust

Book 1 Allie in Wonderlust

S. K. Dingman

Allie is tired of pretending she’s satisfied. Bad dates, disappointing encounters, and endless frustration have her ready to give up on finding the spark she secretly craves. Then an unusual invitation pulls her toward a hidden world called Wonderlust, a place filled with temptation, mystery, and experiences far outside her comfort zone. Curious but cautious, Allie steps into a world where pleasure feels thrilling, dangerous, and impossible to forget. Every encounter pushes her limits while awakening parts of herself she has kept buried for far too long. But the deeper she falls into Wonderlust, the harder it becomes to separate fantasy from reality. What begins as one daring choice soon turns into a delicious journey of desire, confidence, and discovering exactly what she’s been missing all along.

Seren

Seren

J. Nathan

Seren Grayson is a tempest. Heartless and destructive to anyone who crosses his path. But because of his good looks and talent on the football field, the students at Windham Prep adore him. They respect his boldness. They fear his wrath. And, they believe they know the real Seren.

But they don’t.

When I’m forced to move into Seren’s home, I unexpectedly unleash his wrath and become his latest target. He may think I'm easy prey because I’m the housekeeper’s daughter, but he’s wrong. I’m not someone who will cower or back down when I'm pushed.

I’ll push back. Harder.

The longer I spend in Windham, the more I unravel the mysteries of Seren and Grayson Manor. Who knew it would take an outsider to soften his tough exterior and discover the truth behind the lies.

Irresistible Invitations

Irresistible Invitations

S. S. Sahoo

On what was supposed to be her happiest day, Juliette Swanson's world was shattered when her fiancé was killed and she was forced to marry Zachary Udolf Sullivan. Confused and terrified, she couldn't fathom why Zachary would do such a thing. But during their journey to Romania, Juliette uncovered the truth: Zachary was a mafia boss leading a double life as a business tycoon. And as they navigated a dangerous world of betrayal and secrets, Juliette found solace in Zachary's unwavering love and protection. Though she was heartbroken and shattered by the revelations of her own trusted and loved ones, she realized that Zachary was not the monster she had feared, but a man willing to do anything to keep her safe.

Age Rating: 16+

Racing Her, Ruining Her

Racing Her, Ruining Her

Eileen Winters

Isabella has chased speed, glory, and the chance to prove she belongs in the fiercest racing league on earth. She’s fast, fearless, and ready to take the podium from the man who’s ruled it for years. Every lap pushes her limits, every rival tests her courage, but nothing prepares her for the man himself. Charismatic, commanding, and impossibly infuriating, he doesn’t just challenge her on the track—he challenges her heart. Nights together blur desire and ambition, and Isabella realizes that to win, she must navigate more than speed; she must survive the heat of wanting him without losing herself in the process.

The Trainer

The Trainer

Kylie Wynter

Sylvia is known for chasing stories no one else dares to touch. When she goes undercover at an exclusive BDSM club, she’s supposed to stay focused on the mission: expose the dark secrets behind Cloud 9. But then she meets Dante. Mysterious. Magnetic. Intense. As the club’s top trainer, he’s both a challenge and a temptation—and Sylvia’s starting to blur the lines between undercover and under his spell. The deeper she goes into this secretive world, the more she begins to question everything, including what she really wants. Is she still on assignment—or has she just discovered a part of herself she never knew existed?

Fallen Crest Book 1: Fallen Crest High

Fallen Crest Book 1: Fallen Crest High

Tijan

Mason and Logan Kade are two brothers who did their own thing. They were rich and expected to attend Samantha's school, Fallen Crest Academy. They chose public school and now she has to live with them. The problem is that she doesn't care at all: about them, about her friends, about her cheating boyfriend, or even about her parent's divorce. But maybe that's a good thing. Maybe change is a good thing. This book contains adult/mature young adult situations.

Reaper's Claim

Reaper's Claim

Simone Elise

I saw cold fury in his eyes and knew I’d gone too far.

His firm chest pressed into me, his angry heat radiating against my skin. His hands gripped the sides of my face, and then he whispered in my ear.

“If any other man touches you, I’ll kill him. I own you.”

And then his lips slammed into mine.

From the moment Abby first lays eyes on Kade Wilson, he’s as repellent to her as oil to vinegar. Nicknamed The Reaper for his brutish nature, he’s a deadly biker from a rival club. But no matter how much she tries to shake him, every attempt to sever ties ends with her tangled in his sheets, drenched in his sweat. Can Abby quit her addiction to The Reaper before he lays claim to her? Does she even want to?

Surprisingly Yours

Surprisingly Yours

Jeordie Draven

Julia never planned on falling for Jagger—the wild, reckless bad boy who turns every rule into a challenge. One college party, one unforgettable night, and suddenly their worlds collide in a way neither expected. She’s the steady one with big dreams; he’s the trouble everyone warns her about. But when fate throws them a tiny, life-changing surprise, they have no choice but to face the chaos together. Between fiery arguments, late-night confessions, and stolen moments that blur every line, Julia and Jagger must decide if their spark is worth the risk—or if love really can conquer two hearts that were never meant to meet.

Capture Me

Capture Me

Daphne Watson

“Spread your legs.” His icy tone left no room for debate.

I let out an involuntary groan as his rough fingers slid inside me, sending goosebumps down my spine. I was already soaking wet for him.

“N-no…,” I begged, coming to my senses.

He leaned in until I could smell the mint on his breath.

“No?” He chuckled. “Oh my dear, I don’t think you understand how this works yet…”

The last thing Katherine expects when she moves to London is to cross paths with billionaire mafioso Xavier Lexington. Powerful, dark, and deadly, he wants Katherine all for himself. But when he steals her away to ravage her body, Katherine is left with one question: Can she escape the ruthless mafia billionaire before he captures her forever?

Age Rating: 18+ (Content Warning: Abuse, Sexual Abuse, BDSM, Rape)

When the Night Falls

When the Night Falls

Nureyluna

My eyes widened when I heard the deep voice behind me and I stopped.

Thea's father was standing there.

Our eyes met, and I gulped... I was nervous knowing he watched me, but it excited me too...

I'd caught his attention, and now he had mine.

Jasmine, a chef on the edge, dives into a world of wealth with a strange new job. She's drawn to her little charge, Thea, but Thea's dad - rigid, secretive Mr. Jefferson - sends a passionate thrill through her. His curious actions keep her guessing, but also intrigued. Can Jasmine unravel this mysterious billionaire's heart without losing her newfound joy?

Age Rating: 18+

The Carrero Series 1: The Carrero Effect

The Carrero Series 1: The Carrero Effect

L. T. Marshall

Emma Anderson has everything in her life worked out. She has a perfect job in a Manhattan empire, allowing her to live a quiet, organized, and safe existence—a necessity after a childhood filled with abuse. She’s worked hard to get where she is, and she’s just landed an amazing promotion. There’s just one problem: the promotion comes with a boss that could derail everything she thought she needed in her life. Jake Carrero, billionaire playboy. He’s everything she’s not—compulsive, dominant, and confident, with a laidback attitude to sex and dating. As their lives become more and more intertwined, the lines blur and the careful walls Emma has built begin to crumble.

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