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Chloe’s world falls apart after a devastating break-up, and she finds herself living with her old crush, Adam. Their history is complicated—he still harbors anger over how she broke his heart. Yet, as time passes, Adam becomes the only person who can help her heal the pieces of her shattered heart. Can Chloe prove that she’s changed, and can Adam let go of the past to be the one who mends her broken spirit?

She swore she’d never cross that line.

He was off-limits—her best friend’s brother, her longtime secret crush.

But one kiss changes everything.

Mia made a promise: no falling for her best friend’s brother. Easy... until she comes home for the summer and sees Storm again—older, inked, and every bit the heartbreaker she used to secretly dream about. One kiss ruins her good intentions. One night makes everything complicated. The boy she wasn’t supposed to want is now the man she can’t resist. Every touch is a secret, every glance a risk. But what started as a fling becomes something neither of them can ignore. Breaking the rules could cost Mia everything—her friendship, her peace, even her heart. But denying how she feels? That might destroy her.

Having a massive crush on your brother's best friend is so cliché, right? But what if that best friend comes back into your orbit after six years? And what if he's even dreamier than you remembered and presents you with a deal that you simply cannot refuse? There's a girl he wants, and he's asked you to help make her his—finally. Yeah, it sucks that the girl isn't you, but he's desperate and mouthwatering, and he'll do anything you want him to do to make you say yes...so you agree. The deal is set; you teach him to nail the girl of his dreams (literally), and he'll teach you how to pick up guys. It's simple, right? Because you both get what you want? So then, how does it go so wrong?

After moving to a different school to escape a scandal, Liz Chapman starts her senior year as the new girl. Falling for the arrogant yet appealing James Stepford provides a welcome escape from her loneliness, despite the warnings from her other new friends. After a terrible tragedy, Liz decides to throw in her lot with the Stepford family, for better or for worse…but she has no idea how bad “worse” can be.

Age Rating: 18+

Lauren wakes up in a hospital with no memory of her past, only to discover she was in a car accident that left her with amnesia. As she navigates her recovery, she meets people who claim to be her friends and family, but she struggles to connect with them. When she learns that a man named Mason, who was also in the accident, is in a coma, her journey to uncover the truth about her life and relationships begins. With each revelation, Lauren must decide who to trust and how to rebuild her life from the fragments of her forgotten identity.

Mason Campbell, a powerful billionaire, is hiding dangerous secrets that could destroy his family. When his wife, Lauren, starts noticing strange men watching her and receives blackmail from her estranged father, their lives spiral into a web of deceit and danger. As Mason and Lauren navigate threats from all sides, they must rely on their love and trust to protect their family and uncover the truth behind the sinister forces at play.

“What are you willing to do to get what you want, Ms. Hart?”

I looked up at him, those stormy grey eyes devoid of emotion. My heart pounded in my chest, my throat dry with fear. He was offering me everything I needed so desperately. But what would it cost me?

“I won’t ask again.”

I closed my eyes and signed away my soul to the most dangerous man in England.

“Anything.”

Mason Campbell is cold, hard, and unapologetic. He’s envied by men and wanted by women. Lauren Hart has just landed a job as his assistant and is constantly on the receiving end of his hatred. Unfortunately, Mason doesn’t have eyes for anyone but Lauren and is about to make her an offer she can’t refuse.

Age Rating: 18+

Alex Thompson is working on her third master's degree, she has three *very* protective older brothers, and she's never thought of herself as the "hot friend." Oh yeah, and her brother's best friend is Knox Carter, an NFL quarterback and the Sexiest Man Alive. She and Knox have always hated each other, but has that conflict been hiding deeper feelings?

Age Rating: 18+

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+

Sumner arrives at the lake house determined to keep her heart locked tight. This summer is about fixing her life, not reopening old wounds. Then Corbin walks in with that familiar grin and zero respect for emotional safety plans. He is her brother’s best friend, her first crush, and the mistake she never quite forgot. Confined spaces, shared memories, and long summer nights stir feelings she swears are buried. Corbin challenges every rule she makes, while Sumner fights the pull between comfort and chaos. Old sparks crackle with new heat, and resisting him starts to feel like the hardest rule she has ever made. Falling again feels reckless… but what if it is exactly what she needs?

Tara steps into her new apartment expecting peace, only to find Sebastian—her longtime campus nemesis—standing there with that maddeningly smug smile. He calls her Barbie. She calls him Nerd. They clash on sight, sparks flying in ways neither of them wants to admit. But beneath their bickering sit secrets sharp enough to cut, shadows neither of them can outrun alone. As forced proximity softens their edges, the heat between them shifts into something far more tempting… and far more dangerous. With every moment together, their walls crumble, leaving them to wonder if the person they hate is exactly the person they need.

“You’re looking for good in a bad man. That’s a dangerous thing to do.”

Zara is trapped, tied, and desperate to escape. The men holding her are ruthless, but it’s their leader who unsettles her most. He’s sharp, cold, unreadable—and the only one she can’t look away from. Every stolen glance chips at her resolve, every dangerous word pulls her deeper into the storm. She knows it’s reckless to search for softness in someone built of shadows, but her heart won’t listen. The lines between fear and longing blur until she can’t tell where danger ends and desire begins. Survival demands distance, yet every moment close to him feels like a secret she’s not ready to give up. Is she falling for her captor—or is she just losing herself?

From New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Rachel Van Dyken comes the Elite Bratva Brotherhood Series.

Pretty things aren't meant to be broken but I broke her, and now we both have to pay the price. I'm her

nightmare, I'm her savior and now that I have her signature on an ironclad contract, I own her body and soul.She doesn't remember me, she will. It's inevitable because as much as I know I need to stay away, for fear of unlocking the memories I helped her father bury--I can't.

She was the apple in the Garden, dangled in front of me, her core so tempting and sweet. A voice whispered. Just. One. Bite. I bit, I tasted, I fell.Welcome to the world of the Russian mafia, where death is your only future.

Age Rating: 18+

Chelsy Holmes has been neighbors with Nathan Sharles since they were both toddlers, and she’s hated his guts the entire time. Unfortunately, since he’s best friends with her brother, Max, Chelsy is stuck seeing him almost every day. But as annoying as he is, Chelsy can’t help but admit that he’s pretty cute. When she finally scores a date with the guy she’s been crushing on forever, she grudgingly asks Nathan for some advice. But now that she’s dating Brad, why can’t she get Nathan’s blue eyes out of her mind?

Age Rating: 18+

The night of her husband’s funeral, she opens her door to find the last person she ever expected—her high school best friend, her first crush, the boy who vanished years ago and took her heart with him. They’ve both lived whole lives since, with scars they can’t hide. But one look, and the years vanish. The connection is still there—familiar, fierce, and impossible to ignore. Now older, braver, and maybe more broken, they face a choice: take the leap and risk the love they never stopped wanting… or protect their hearts before history repeats itself. Fate rarely knocks twice—but when it does, everything changes.

"You have always been mine.”

Mina never expected to see her stepbrother again—let alone like this. But when she steps into a secretive club, she walks straight into the arms of the one man who's been watching from the shadows… and waiting to make her his. Ronan, the ruthless head of Boston’s crime syndicate, doesn’t just want her—he owns her now. Years of silent obsession have built to this moment, and he won’t let anything—or anyone—stand between them. As enemies circle and the syndicate teeters on the edge, one thing’s clear: he’s not letting her go, no matter how dark things get.

Kyra's life is a cycle of despair, trapped in the aftermath of her family's brutal murder and the torment of an abusive foster home. Just when all hope seems lost, her world collides with Chance, a hot-headed and mysterious biker. Drawn together by an electric connection, their relationship oscillates between passionate intensity and emotional withdrawal. Chance’s fierce protectiveness becomes Kyra's anchor, pulling her toward healing amidst the chaos. Wait For Me is a gripping tale of trauma, resilience, and an exhilarating, dangerous love that reminds us hope can bloom even in the darkest moments.

Your favorite bad-boy billionaire is back!

Xavier faces a tempting choice that could change everything. Angela is discovering a new sense of self. However, this path of self-discovery is abruptly disrupted by an unfortunate series of events.

When love, ambition, and family collide, can Angela and Xavier put their love first? At what cost? Sacrifices need to be made, and billions of dollars are involved.

Age Rating: 18+

Angela and Xavier's lives are turned upside down when Angela discovers she is pregnant amidst Xavier's downward spiral after losing his CEO position. As Angela navigates her pregnancy and Xavier battles his demons, their relationship is tested to its limits. With the help of friends, therapy, and a new venture in whiskey distilling, they strive to rebuild their lives and prepare for the arrival of their twins. Will they find redemption and happiness, or will their past mistakes haunt their future?

Angela and Xavier's love story unfolds against the backdrop of luxurious locales and high-stakes business drama. As they navigate their delayed honeymoon in Bali, unexpected family revelations, and career challenges, their bond is tested by both external pressures and internal desires. Angela's burgeoning event planning career and Xavier's tumultuous role at Knight Enterprises create a whirlwind of passion, tension, and ambition. Will their love withstand the trials of ambition and family secrets?

Angela and Xavier's tumultuous relationship is put to the test as they navigate family secrets, public scandals, and personal betrayals. From a scandalous painting at an auction to a shocking revelation about Xavier's past, their love is constantly challenged. As they confront their deepest fears and desires, Angela and Xavier must decide if their love can withstand the storm or if their secrets will tear them apart. Will they find a way to rebuild their trust and secure a future together?

After surviving a harrowing plane crash, Xavier and Angela find themselves grappling with more than just physical recovery. Angela's amnesia and Xavier's unresolved feelings set the stage for a tumultuous journey of rediscovery and reconciliation. As they navigate the complexities of their troubled marriage, they must confront past betrayals, dangerous secrets, and a relentless adversary. Will they find a way to rebuild their relationship, or will the shadows of their past tear them apart for good?

The Arrangement Series has over a million readers around the globe, in 12 languages and is now the subject of a major television production

Angela Carson’s life is turned upside down when a desperate deal forces her into a marriage with Xavier Knight, a wealthy playboy who despises her from the start. In exchange for saving her father’s life, Angela agrees to this rocky arrangement, only to find herself trapped in a world of luxury, loneliness, and Xavier’s cold hostility. Can they turn a marriage of convenience into something real? The Arrangement is a heart-pounding, steamy romance that explores the thin line between love and hate.

“My Mate. He is mine. I am his. I would’ve died for him. Now, I will kill for him.”

Soren and Zayla are drawn together by an unbreakable bond. Yet, darkness lurks, threatening to tear them apart. Can their love withstand the relentless forces that seek to pull them apart?

I met my mate as a child.

I was lost in the woods, and his calming voice guided me to safety without ever revealing himself.

Since then, he’s watched over me but never showed himself. I yearn to touch him, to hold him.

Yet still, he lurks in the shadows, never claiming me.

I wonder if there’s something wrong with me. Am I not good enough for him?

But then, when I turn 21, I’m attacked by rogues and left for dead. As I feel the life drain from my body, a creature appears on the edge of my blurry vision.

“Stay strong, little mate. You’re mine now.”

As the mate bond surges between us, I know he’s not a wolf.

He’s something older… Darker… Deadlier.

Who the hell is my mate?

And what will happen to me now?

Age Rating: 18+

Kassia's life takes a dramatic turn when she meets her new stepbrother, Grayson. Instantly captivated by his commanding presence, she finds herself navigating an uncharted sea of emotions. A chance encounter transforms their dynamic, leaving Kassia at the mercy of a growing attraction that defies all rules. Torn between what she feels and what she knows is forbidden, Kassia must decide if she’s ready to cross the line—or risk losing everything.

The gripping finale to the Infinity saga - will Lux get her ever after?