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The Billionaire's Dirty Laundry

The Billionaire's Dirty Laundry

S. L. Adams

Kinley swore she’d never step foot in her stepfather’s house again. It's been sixteen years, and her wounds are still raw, preventing her from having the life she wants. Harland was content with his bachelor life in New York City, but now his father and stepmother are dead. Can the two stepsiblings manage to overcome their hatred and share an inheritance—and custody of their twelve-year-old half-sister?

The Highlands Wolves

The Highlands Wolves

Cynthia Foley

When Laika finds out that the son of the alpha is her mate, she thinks her life will finally change for the better. But she couldn’t be more wrong.

Alaric is dominant, the heir to the Northern Province, and determined that no one will make him vulnerable, especially not his weakling of a mate. So he does his best to sever their tie, leaving Laika near death and forcing her out of the Northern Province.

Years pass, and Laika is a different person. Scarred. Strong. A warrior. When their paths cross again, Alaric is forced to confront the vile actions of his past as his desire for his mate grows once again.

The Heart Thief

The Heart Thief

Zainab Sambo

Millie’s 32, single, and officially done with dating disasters. Her life plan says “married with kids by 40”—but first, she needs to find Mr. Right. Just as she’s ready to swear off love, her ridiculously handsome, younger boss, Roman, swoops in with a wild offer: he’ll play cupid. For him, it’s just a fun distraction… or so he thinks. But helping Millie find love quickly turns complicated when he starts falling—hard. Now Millie has to figure out if the man she’s been searching for… is the one she never expected. Lines blur, sparks fly, and suddenly the rules don’t matter.

Rooming With The CEO

Rooming With The CEO

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?

Taming Harley

Taming Harley

A. K. Adam

Harley Anderson is chaos in eyeliner and combat boots, forced to swap freedom for family when she's sent to live with her estranged mom in California. The real curveball? Her new housemate: Chase Davenport—grumpy, gorgeous, and unfortunately her older stepbrother. He’s all sharp suits, sharp stares, and no time for Harley’s attitude. But when their parents vanish on a honeymoon cruise, these sworn enemies are left home alone. One accidental glimpse into Chase’s dark, controlled world changes everything. Now, the fire between them is impossible to ignore… and Harley’s about to learn just how dangerous it is to play with something you don’t understand.

Claimed by Callista

Claimed by Callista

C. Swallow

Callista rules as the Sun King—fierce, divine, and ready to claim his Moon. Yehseeka? She’s wild, proud, and has zero interest in serving any man. But tradition doesn’t ask. It chooses. And the moment Callista lays eyes on her, sparks ignite. As Yehseeka navigates his tribal world, temptation comes from every corner—from the stoic king, his darkly magnetic brother, and a third who hides more than scars. She resists, but desire is a language of its own. Just as she starts to find power in connection, her past comes roaring back with a threat only blood can answer. Now, love, lust, and legacy collide under the tribal stars.

(TW: Sexual Assault)

Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day

Ophelia Bell

All we had to do was make it through the weekend. It should’ve been a breeze. A tattoo convention in Cancún with Toni Valentine, the toughest and sexiest tattoo artist in the world? It was a dream come true.

It was my chance to show her how I’d grown. I came to work for her when I was just some kid from LA and she already had a spread in Maxim and a successful video stream, but over the past three years, we’ve gotten close. And I had plans for us to get even closer.

But now my plans have changed. Now I’ve got to prove myself in a different way—by saving her from one of Mexico’s most brutal cartels.

I’d do anything for Toni, and that includes walking right into the belly of the beast. And I’m not coming back without her.

Falling For The Bad Boys

Falling For The Bad Boys

Lisa Rhead

In the town of Bluewood Cove, Tayla is drawn into a dangerous world of drug dealers and illegal activities after meeting Logan's lodger, Jess. At a beach party, she catches the attention of the powerful and mysterious Raffiel Brothers. Meanwhile, Walker, a wealthy and dissatisfied man, becomes obsessed with finding Tayla after a passionate encounter at a party. As their paths intertwine, Tayla is torn between her attraction to the Raffiel Brothers and her growing feelings for Walker and his second in command, Hayden. Unbeknownst to her, Walker and Hayden are involved in a dangerous world of violence and manipulation. Despite the chaos and danger surrounding them, Tayla begins to explore her desires and embarks on a complicated and passionate relationship with both men.

Age Rating: 18+

Stealing His Mate

Stealing His Mate

Michelle Torlot

Alpha Sebastian of the Tenebris pack is known to be cruel and ruthless; he knows what he wants and takes it, with force if necessary. His pack is shrouded in secrecy, all anyone knows is that he demands loyalty and obedience from his members. Skylar is the youngest daughter of Alpha James of the Moonstone pack, and she’s the apple of his eye. When Sebastian invites her father to the Tenebris packhouse, all hopes are focused on a deal to keep their pack safe, but once he catches a glimpse of Skylar—all bets are off.

The Twin Dragons Series: Dragon's Shadow

The Twin Dragons Series: Dragon's Shadow

C. Swallow

Storm is a Dragon who lurks in the dark, surrounded by violence and filled with lust. When he meets Silver, she dares him to follow her into the light. They’re destined mates, but Storm swore he’d never love again. But can he resist their bond?

Rescued

Rescued

Kelsie Tate

Alpha Knox ruled with a tyrannical fist—and he wanted to know where Grace hid the families she rescued. Determined to help them until her very end, Grace endures years of abuse during her captivity. One day, she hears fighting, but she is hanging on by a thread. After capturing Knox, Alpha Ryker of the Dark Moon Pack finds Grace just in time—and to his surprise, his mate. Ryker captures Knox and whisks Grace, his mate, off to treatment. Fate has put a stumbling block in his way, however—Grace has lost her wolf. Will she be able to find it? Can Ryker and Grace live happily ever after?

Brotherhood of Six

Brotherhood of Six

Riki Leigh Bishop

Nicole has it all under control—until she comes home with her children to see her husband, Eric, and best friend, London, together on the couch. Nicole and Eric try to work it out—until they find out London is pregnant with Eric’s child. Nicole decides to pack up and move back to her hometown with her children. As luck would have it, her eldest child, Bellamine, won’t miss out on pitching his senior year of baseball—the school’s baseball team needs a new pitcher. When Jaxton, the high school’s baseball coach, finds out that his high school crush, Nicole, is moving back home—to a house on the same street as him, no less—he vows to win her heart. Will Jaxton hit a home run with Nicole, or will Nicole’s ex cause him to strike out?

Belle Island 1: The Mermaid That's Sweetest

Belle Island 1: The Mermaid That's Sweetest

C. Swallow

Lily is a mermaid who fears the ocean—and for good reason. Haunted by a childhood tragedy and a dream that’s gone from soothing to sinister, she’s avoided the sea for years. But when a mysterious pull draws her back to the water, she discovers her mate is no savior—he’s an Erebos, a bloodthirsty predator feared by all merfolk. He’s dangerous, forbidden, and tied to the very darkness that could destroy her. As their connection deepens, Lily must choose: run from her fate, or face the creature who may either save her…or consume her. One thing's certain—love shouldn’t taste this deadly.

Her Furry Lover

Her Furry Lover

Elijah Heartilly

Valery is on one of her forest walks when she encounters a hurt wolf. She just can’t leave it to suffer, so she takes the animal to her home to nurse it back to health.

However, something doesn’t feel quite normal about this wolf. It’s almost as if it understands her…

Crime Boss' Unwilling Wife

Crime Boss' Unwilling Wife

Elle Chipp

This novel is a contemporary adaptation of ALPHA’S UNWILLING MATE.

Emma’s been hoping for five years that she will meet her husband, but when she finally does, he is not what she expected. Orion is a notorious crime boss, known for taking over businesses with a wave of his hand, his brutal temper, and a complete lack of mercy. He takes whatever he wants, and Emma is no exception. But to his surprise, Emma tries to reject him. Infuriated by her audacity, Orion gives her a choice: either Emma marries him or he takes over her father’s business—by force.

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