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Forced Marriage to the Secret Billionaire CEO

Forced Marriage to the Secret Billionaire CEO

by P. J. Williams

Adrianna’s future is not hers to choose when her father forces an impossible ultimatum—marry a stranger or lose everything she has worked toward. Determined to hold onto her dreams, she agrees, expecting the worst. Instead, she finds herself tied to Kayson, a sharp, powerful man who is nothing like she imagined. Their arrangement is meant to be simple, but nothing about it feels easy. As tensions rise and quiet alliances form, Adrianna refuses to shrink, chasing her ambitions while learning how to stand her ground. Kayson, guarded yet fiercely protective, proves to be both an unexpected challenge and a surprising ally. In a world of pressure and hidden motives, something real begins to grow where neither of them planned it.

A Rock Star Love Story Book 1: Her Blue Sky

A Rock Star Love Story Book 1: Her Blue Sky

by Isabel S. Knight

Growing up as the daughter of a rock legend and a supermodel means she learns early that fame sparkles onstage but stings everywhere else. While the world hunts spotlights, she hides behind her lyrics, dreaming of producing her own music someday. Now she’s ghostwriting and assisting for Lucid Mantra—the band everyone’s obsessed with—and trying very hard not to fall for Sky, the guitarist who once lit up her childhood and now sets every late-night studio session humming. But when music turns magnetic, how long can she pretend it’s just the job?

Hated by My Mate Spin-off: The Hunter and the Wolf

Hated by My Mate Spin-off: The Hunter and the Wolf

by Nathalie Hooker

"If you know what's good for you, you'll run. You'll stay out of my way." Hector growled, eyes dark with desire.

Evalyn met his gaze evenly, her silver dagger close at hand. "That's what I should be telling you."

Evalyn has one goal: kill the rogue her murdered her family. But things get complicated when a werewolf seems to be hunting the same rogue. Even worse, he's mysterious, skilled, and irresistibly handsome. Evalyn would rather die than join forces with a werewolf...even if he is her mate.

As secrets are revealed and loyalties tested, Evalyn must choose between vengeance and love. Will she embrace her forbidden desire for Hector, or will the ghosts of her past tear them apart? This steamy paranormal romance will leave you breathless as Evalyn and Hector fight fate, foes, and their own passionate nature to find their happily ever after.

Twist of Fate

Twist of Fate

by Cosmic Chaos

Sometimes love just isn’t enough. At least that’s what everyone kept telling me. I mean, is that supposed to make me feel better?

Accidental Brides Book 1: Draco's Bride

Accidental Brides Book 1: Draco's Bride

by Mira Matic

Jade never thought that Ivan Draco would be interested in her in any way.

After all, when they first met, she hurled water at him, and he kicked her out of his hotel, thinking the worst of her and her sister.

But now that she has something he desperately wants, he would stop at nothing to get it. The problem was that in this power game, they were not alone.

Maybe they hated each other, but they both loved and wanted the same thing.

Will this be enough to make her Draco's bride?

FGI 7: The Siren Prisoner

FGI 7: The Siren Prisoner

by F. R. Black

Fairy Godmother Inc: keeping the forces of good and evil in balance with true love’s first kiss. Male agents are nothing new to FGI, but Jensen is different. Heir to his father’s casino kingdom, he is no stranger to high stake situations. After signing on the dotted line, he is thrust into a volatile world, with even more unpredictable enemies. Jensen’s been tasked with captaining a pirate ship on the high seas. His first mission? Catch the siren. Will he imprison her? Or will she drown him with her hypnotic gaze?

The Devil's Daughter

The Devil's Daughter

by Ophelia Bell

I never imagined myself as a pawn in a dangerous game between two crime lords. But that was before I discovered I’m secretly one of their daughters, and suddenly I’m not just a girl, but an asset in need of protecting.

At least two of my new guard dogs are Ben and Baz, a pair of twins I grew up with—and wow, have they grown. Not only do they handle security for Drake Stavros—the sexy, haunted billionaire whose tower I’m forced to occupy for the duration of this cartel blood feud–but they’ve gotten hotter too, brooding sentinels covered in muscles and tattoos.

Drake is supposed to be using his near-limitless resources to keep me safe, with the twins there to make sure he follows through. But I’m beginning to realize the danger I’m in isn’t limited to the world outside as desires darker than my criminal bloodlines awaken within me, threatening to undo us all.

Author’s Note: “The Devil’s Daughter” is a reverse-harem romance.

The Secrets of the Hidden Heiress

The Secrets of the Hidden Heiress

by A For Anonymous

Blackthorne Academy looms over the glittering Riviera—a kingdom of wealth, ambition, and whispered scandal. A scholarship student arrives with one rule: stay invisible. It almost works… until the school’s notorious golden boy sets his sights on her. He’s charming, relentless, and used to getting what he wants. She’s hiding secrets that could crack Blackthorne’s polished façade. Curiosity turns to banter, banter to heat, and soon every glance feels like a dare. In a place where rumors spread like wildfire, wanting him is dangerous—and being known could be devastating. Because at Blackthorne, the truth is power… and some secrets won’t stay buried.

Subtle Changes

Subtle Changes

by M. Wolf

Charlotte’s world tilts overnight—her relationship crumbles, her ex passes away, and she’s suddenly facing motherhood on her own. Between restless nights, unsolicited advice, and a swirl of emotions, she’s convinced she has to handle it all by herself. But life has a funny way of surprising her. A gentle new connection begins to bloom, reminding Charlotte that love can arrive when everything feels lost. Through messy family moments, loyal friendships, and tiny triumphs, she discovers that healing doesn’t mean forgetting—it means opening her heart again, one small, beautiful step at a time.

Unconventional Desires

Unconventional Desires

by Alex Fox

This novel is a contemporary adaptation of SHARING DELILAH. — Delilah has spent her entire life searching for that special someone, which is ironic because she’s one of the best professional matchmakers around. Now she’s been hired to help two gorgeous CEO brothers find their true loves. Except apparently she’s the true love…for both of them!

The Proposition

The Proposition

by Laila Callaway

Alejandra Castillo, a successful restaurateur, finds her life turned upside down when she catches the eye of Domenico Lencioni, a powerful Mafia don. What starts as a business proposition quickly spirals into a whirlwind of passion, danger, and unexpected romance. As Alejandra navigates this new world, she must decide if she can trust Domenico with her heart and her life. Will she embrace the thrilling yet perilous path that lies ahead?

War & Mayhem Book 1: Stone

War & Mayhem Book 1: Stone

by Gina O’Connor

Her: The stubborn and caring café owner caught in the crossfire.

Him: The hot-head MC vice president now protecting his old flame.

Lolita was doing the right thing by helping Stone when he stumbled bleeding and half-conscious into her café. Neither expected that to put a target on her back with a rival MC. With sparks reigniting, can they make it through with their lives and love intact?

Haisley

Haisley

by A. Duncan

Haisley thought she could outrun her past—and the billionaire who once turned her world upside down. But when her carefully kept secret starts asking questions with familiar eyes, her house of cards begins to wobble. Liam never wanted to be a father… until the truth crashes into him with one stubborn little birthmark and a twist of fate he never saw coming. Now he’s not just furious—he’s hurt. And he’s not walking away without answers. Sparks fly, truths unravel, and the past refuses to stay buried. Can Haisley protect her heart, or will Liam break it all over again… while falling harder than either of them planned?

Run

Run

by Kelsie Tate

After five years of trying to escape an increasingly dangerous mate, Summer's only hope is to reject the mating bond and make a break for it. A series of near misses brings her to Blood Moon Pack, where she is drawn to Gage, the brooding but softhearted alpha. When Gage proposes that they become mates, Summer hesitates: could the fear and self-doubt that mar her past prevent her from being a good Luna? Little does she know that Gage has a past of his own…and that they might be each other's best shot at a future.

Age Rating: 16+

Slap Shot Book 1: A Hockey Romance

Slap Shot Book 1: A Hockey Romance

by Jessica Rocha

Molly and Aster have spent years side by side, growing from childhood best friends into fierce university hockey teammates with Olympic dreams shining ahead. They share everything: early practices, late-night laughs, and a bond that feels unbreakable. But one impulsive night tilts the balance they’ve always trusted. Suddenly, every glance lingers a little longer, every touch feels louder, and the lines between friendship and something more begin to blur. Just as emotions start skating into risky territory, an unsettling shadow creeps into their world, forcing them closer than ever. Between ambition, loyalty, and rising tension, Molly must face a truth she’s long avoided. Because when hearts and dreams collide, staying safe might mean risking everything she thought she knew.

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