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Keily

Keily

by Manjari

Her: The fat girl nervously starting her senior year at a new school.

Him: The brooding football jock who takes the seat next to her.

He notices her checking him out and leans in. She can feel his warmth against her. He places a finger under her chin, turning her to stare into his gorgeous eyes.

“What are you looking at, Piggy?”

Age Rating: 18+

Hated By My Mate

Hated By My Mate

by Nathalie Hooker

A Galatea global smash hit, translated into 12 languages

Aurora's life is anything but ordinary. Forced to work as a maid in the Alpha’s mansion, she never imagined her fate would be tied to the powerful and distant Alpha Wolfgang. When she discovers he’s her destined mate, what should have been a dream quickly becomes a nightmare. Rejected and humiliated, Aurora finds herself in a dangerous world where love is a battle and survival is uncertain.

As tensions rise, secrets unravel, and Aurora’s true strength is tested, she must decide whether to fight for a place in the pack or forge her own path. Hated by My Mate is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and resilience that will keep you hooked from the first page.

The Highlands Wolves

The Highlands Wolves

by 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 Endgame

The Endgame

by Riley I.

Hazel’s boyfriend of 3 years breaks up with her, and she’s shocked. She attends a party where a surprising character, school bully Graham, is very interested - and even makes her laugh. She shouldn’t… But just for one night?

It's clear that plan won't work when they meet again: Graham only wants to get to know her more.

When she begs him to forget the night, he refuses. In fact, he's ready to bring out the big guns and charm her until he finally makes her his.

Yes, Mr Knight

Yes, Mr Knight

by Natalie Roche

“You’ve been a good girl all your life, Jamie.”

My heart was pounding, and he had me totally lost for words.

“Why don’t you do yourself a favor and allow the Bad Girl to come out and play? I will pleasure her like she’s never been pleasured before.”

Mason Knight. A billionaire heartthrob with looks that make women stop and stare as he walks by. Jamie had always told herself she’d never be one of “those” women who fell for her boss. But then, she’d never had someone like Mason set his sights on her…

Age Rating: 18+

Consequences Series

Consequences Series

by Hyun Ji

Hunter, the future alpha, is a typical bully. And Drew, the future beta, is his favorite victim. When Hunter can no longer hide behind his insecurities and Drew can no longer take the abuse, Drew leaves the pack to train with another. They both hope that when he returns, things will be different. Can they overcome their past and embrace their destiny, or will they remain each other’s nightmares forever?

Age Rating: 18+ (Assault, Domestic Violence, Homophobia, Miscarriage, Offscreen Rape, Sexual Assault/Abuse)

Private Lessons

Private Lessons

by Chaotic Soul

Riley Adams is what high schoolers would call a nerd: booksmart and shy, with zero fashion sense. Tristan Harris is the exact opposite: captain of the football team, and the hottest guy in school by far. To say they don’t get along is putting it mildly… But then Riley starts offering private lessons to make some quick cash. Sure, they might despise each other, but it’s a thin line between love and hate.

Age Rating: 18+

My Sexy Devil

My Sexy Devil

by Mars Mejia

Kara thought high school was all about avoiding drama—until she ends up tutoring Jason Kade, the school’s star quarterback with a bad boy reputation and a smirk that could melt ice. 🏈🔥 What starts as a reluctant study session quickly turns into a rollercoaster of stolen glances, late-night parties, and steamy confrontations. Jason’s got secrets, and Kara’s got a stubborn streak, but the chemistry between them? Off the charts. When a jealous ex, some high school pranks, and a talent show gone wrong threaten to tear them apart, Kara and Jason have to decide: are they just a fling, or something much deeper? Spoiler: things get hot. 😏🎇

His Nerd

His Nerd

by Sir Ellious

Ava's high school life is a total disaster until Hunter Black, one of the school's "Three Musketeers," makes a wild proposal: be his fake girlfriend to dodge bullies. 😏 High stakes and hidden motives make this deal way spicier than she expected.

As they navigate pranks, parties, and perilous secrets, Ava discovers Hunter's protective side and a sizzling attraction. But with a gang leader targeting her and a queen bee stirring trouble, their fake romance is anything but smooth.

Will this fauxmance turn into the real deal?

A Reject She-Wolf

A Reject She-Wolf

by Marie Hudson

Addy is a rejected young she-wolf. Her home life is traumatic and things aren’t better at school. But when she becomes of age, she discovers that her mate is Drake, destined to become Alpha in a few months. Everything changes. And it doesn’t help that Drake is already involved with a vicious bully named Macie. What will happen when Drake finds out who Addy is?

Twisted Minds

Twisted Minds

by Cassandra Rock

Him: Soon to be capo of the Italian Mafia, heartless and cruel Valentino Acerbi has agreed to an arranged marriage to benefit his family.

Her: A perfectly happy and normal eighteen-year-old, Elaina Duval is completely unaware she’s the daughter of the head of the Russian Mafia and destined for a life of obedience and pain.

Dragged into a twisted world of mafia men and mayhem, Elaina is forced to endure things no human should have to… but what if she begins to like it?

Age Rating: 18+

Now You See Me, Now You Don't!

Now You See Me, Now You Don't!

by Mel C. Clair

In high school, Celeste fell face-first into the crotch of the hottest guy in school, also her longtime crush. And she became the laughingstock. Now, several years later, she runs into him again, as a successful marketing director. Will love rise against the constant embarrassment and humiliation she suffered because of him?

Age Rating: 18+

The Billionaire Beach Boy

The Billionaire Beach Boy

by Mandie Steyl

Skye doesn't have it easy in her final year of high school in Miami. Tormented by an abusive father at home and teased by the popular kids in school, her outspoken nature often gets her in trouble, and the guys can't seem to keep their eyes off her. Caught between the irresistibly sexy billionaire bad boy Draque, the mysterious Evan, and flirty Marcus, high school romance turns out to be the least of her worries when she gets pulled into a conspiracy of sex, lies and corruption, headed by ultra-rich shapeshifters of all kinds. To find her destiny and fight for what's right, Skye will have to embrace her own beast.

Age Rating: 18+

Ride or Die

Ride or Die

by Nathalie Hooker

This novel is a contemporary adaptation of HATED BY MY MATE. — President Brutus of the Blood Riders had the soul of the devil.

And just my luck, I was destined to marry him thanks to rules from our MC.

I was serving drinks at the clubhouse the night we met. When he first looked at me, I could tell he didn’t want me as his girl. In fact, he looked furious when he realized we’d been paired.

“Please, I know you want to reject me,” I trembled. ”Don’t worry. I’ll leave the club.”

“You’re right,” he said, pressing his firm body against mine. “I don’t want you…”

“...But what makes you think I’ll let you leave me?”

Age Rating: 18+ (Murder)

Two Years Gone

Two Years Gone

by Kelsie Tate

Ella Matthews is a lowly omega in the Green Ridge Pack. Treated more like a servant than a person, she has always been taught one thing: you are nothing. And it was confirmed when her mate rejected her. Two years later, he returned to the pack a different person. But can she get over the past and the pain to have a second chance?

Age Rating: 18+

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