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The False Ascendant: A Progression Fantasy Epic (Book 2 of The Menocht Loop Series)
Lorne Ryburn - 2022
Reunited with an old ally from the loop, he must prepare to take part in an international tournament where the most powerful practitioners in the world fight for dominance.And unbeknownst to all, a calamity looms overhead—a continent-shattering trial that only Ian can stop.The Menocht Loop Series is a best-rated serialized novel on Royal Road with over a thousand ratings and millions of views. Now it's an Amazon best-seller.Buy a copy or read free with Kindle Unlimited today!
Will I Ever Be Enough?: The Golden Effect
C. Monet - 2018
Not only is it a requirement, but he has six months to make it happen. The journey reveals things about himself that he never took the time to acknowledge. Ever the traveler, Lawrence hasn’t taken the time to make real connections with people until he enlists the help of Brielle Golden. Brielle Golden is a matchmaking extraordinaire that struggles with her own love life. She has all the tools to assist those willing to pay to find something she wants more than anything but thinks she will never have. Love is dodging her, and she doesn’t understand why. In her eyes, she’s the perfect catch, however, the fear of rejection is a powerful emotion to tackle by yourself. As the work begins to help Lawrence find a mate, souls collide, and things start to change within the mutual business partnership. In the midst of sorting feelings out, Brielle's smile changes and Lawrence's heart begins to beat again. But trouble arises forcing them to do something crazy to get them both out of the mess that his fathers’ wishes created. Will Lawrence find a wife and make his father proud by succumbing to The Golden Effect, or will both he and Brielle find themselves surrounded by the darkness of life without love when their partnership comes to an end?
Rain Of Gold Part 1 Of 2
Victor Villaseñor - 1991
And Rain of Gold is possibly his finest work -- a sweeping tableau of family ties and cultural traditions.pA pair of strong families, two proud but embattled lineages, find themselves bound together by time and circumstance. Through political upheavals, loves gained and lives lost, the families struggle to keep what is precious to them. This premise would make a mesmerizing novel -- but this story is all true.p"A great love story...magnificent." (Albuquerque Journal)
Alive Again: A Zombie Apocalypse in a Dystopian World
T.W. Piperbrook - 2021
A Dope Boy Stole My Heart 2
Heiress - 2016
Drained from the drama, she lets go and embarks on a new job, new friends and maybe a new love interest. When old feelings come back and family secrets are revealed will this push Miaa further away from Cam or will it push her into his arms. Now that he is the Plug of Detroit, Killa Cam's life obstacles have only just begun. Balancing the streets, fatherhood and the love of his life is a challenge but he is prepared to overcome it by any means necessary. With this newfound maturity, will Cam be able to get what his heart desires or will the streets get in the way of his happiness. The story of Miaa and Killa Cam is back. Will they be able to move on from their love triangle drama and give love another try or will they decide that they are better off apart. When threats are made and truths are told, will they fight to be together or just become another unsuccessful love story. Find out in the finale of A Dope Boy Stole My Heart.
Welcome To The Low Life 3
Natavia - 2018
After the loss of Zyira, Beretta and Kemara tried to pick up the pieces. Their wedding is approaching and Kemara is trying to leave the past behind before she becomes Ms.Jones. But every time she gets closer to her happily ever after, a storm strikes and causes havoc on her life. Beretta is the man of the city, with more money. the GMBAM gang has spread. But with more money comes bigger problems. No longer the loud mouth block boy, he’s moving up and pushing more weight than ever before. Two females from his past refuse to sit back, and watch the love of his life reap all the benefits of the fast life. Everyone wants a piece of the pie. But will he be able to resist the temptations or become the ruthless man he used to be? Piper thought she found love in the right place, but real love has been in front of her the whole time. But it might be too late to rekindle that old flame when a shocking secret is exposed. Will Pistol be able to forgive her? Nothing Poppa has planned worked out in his favor. In order to survive his last resort is to call a truce with his number one enemy, Beretta. But like always, luck is never on Poppa’s side so he finds himself going down a path of self-destruction again. GMBAM have a few disloyal members in their camp. Someone is gunning for Beretta’s throne and he won’t stop until he has it all including his wife, Kemara. But it’s a part of the game he chose and the winner takes all. Welcome to the Lowlife 3...
Eye Candy Ink: The Complete Series
Shaw Hart - 2021
Neglected by his parents his whole life, he’s finally found the family that he’s always wanted at the shop. He thinks he’s got everything that he needs...until Darcy walks into the shop.One look at the shy girl with the kind eyes and the curvy body of a goddess and Atlas is hooked. Now, he just needs to show Darcy that he’s here to stay.Mischa:Love, romance, dating. Mischa Jennings wants no part of any of it. He’s seen up close and personal how love can ruin your life and he’s vowed to stay far away from that emotion. Armed with a set of rules to keep him safe, he’s been going through life just fine. Then Indie Hearst comes bouncing into Eye Candy Ink and turns his whole world upside down.Suddenly, he’s breaking every one of his rules, but it’s okay. He’s not even close to falling for Indie.Right?Sam:Sam Kavan has grown up learning to be tough, at least on the outside. Like everyone else at Eye Candy Ink, she’s not interested in falling in love. In fact, after a string of failed dates, she's grown disillusioned with dating. She doesn't want to go out with boys who send her dick pics or who text at midnight looking to hook up. She wants someone that she can rely on—someone who loves and wants her for her. She wants a real man.Then she meets Maxwell Schulz, and she wonders if she’s finally met her match.Zeke:Zeke Miller is the owner of Eye Candy Ink and the father figure to everyone at the shop. He’s spent years building Eye Candy Ink into what it is today. While others dated and settled down, he worked, honing his skills until he’s one of the best and most sought after tattoo artists in the world. At thirty-six, he thinks his time to meet someone has passed and he’s resigned to being happy with the family that he’s found at his shop.Then Trixie Clemonte comes into Eye Candy Ink. She has all of his protective instincts kicking in. But none of them are fatherly.Nico:Nico Miller is the quiet, silent type. With ten years of experience, he’s probably the best artist at the shop. He's a giant at 6'8" and built like a linebacker with tattoos covering his neck and torso. Most people are a little afraid of him when they first meet him, but it doesn’t take long to see that while he might look scary, with his almost permanent frown, tattoos, and size, he was actually a giant teddy bear.Most of the time, he can’t wait for people to leave, but one encounter with Edie, and he doesn’t want to let her go. Will he be able to convince her that settling down with him doesn’t mean settling?
A Side Chick Scorned
Solae Dehvine - 2015
Keith Brown is in a love triangle and he loves every minute of it until all parties find out about each other and all hell breaks lose. He has controlled Jazmine Porter for as long as she has been his side chick but she he turns her lose, all bets are off. Keith and his family soon finds out there is nothing worse than A Side Chick Scorned, especially when she wants revenge. Read the story of this crazy Side Chick and how she will do anything to get her Love back, even if he is a married man. ****NO CLIFFHANGER...THIS IS A STANDALONE***
She From The Gutta 2
BriAnn Danae - 2018
For so long, he had his mind set on gaining Harlem's trust back, yet she became the one thing he despises the most; a liar. With both of their lives on the line and a new love interest on the scene, Enzo must now be the one to make a choice. Hoping that it can right all his wrongs from the past. From pen pals to secret lovers, Lucci and Yaz find themselves at odds. While locked up, he found solace in their intimate phone conversations and letters. Their bond formed a solid friendship, but now lines are blurred. Though Yaz swore their first sexual encounter would be the last, Lucci proves, unwaveringly, how much pull he has in Yaz' life and her makeshift relationship. While sacrifices are made, are they worth pushing the love Harlem yearned for to the side? The finale of She From The Gutta is a tale of overcoming unfortunate circumstances, burying your past demons, and taking losses because, in the end, they're really a lesson learned. The type of lessons that can only be taught by life's never-ending struggle to survive.
U.S. Marshal Shorty Thompson - Mister You Was Shot In The Head: Tales of the Old West Book 83
Paul L. Thompson - 2020
That Gutta Love
Latoya Nicole - 2018
women threw themselves at him, but he was looking for something more. Tired of the ordinary, he was easily swept away by Brinx. Unlike any woman he has ever met, he needed her in his life. Brinxlee’s return to Houston was not planned, but her parents death sent her to the one place she wanted to get away from... nothing in her life made sense except Gutta, but would his love sway her away from her main agenda? Gutta never allows people into his life without knowing everything about them, but Brinx is a mystery with a hidden past.. with all the secrets and the lies, Gutta can’t stop himself from falling for her... will it come back to bite him and send his world as he knows it crashing down?? Will Brinx hidden agenda affect Gutta and his world as he knows it?? Or will Gutta’s love be enough to change Brinx cold heart?
Shawty Fell in Love With A Rude Boy 2
P. Dotson - 2017
Erica learns that falling in love with a Rude Boy isn’t easy. The boundaries of her relationship are tested when outsiders seek to destroy the love she’s found. Will love withstand the test, or will she fold under the pressure? Erica isn’t the only one who falls for a Rude Boy. Jade finds herself slowly falling in love with the handsome, yet mysterious Detective Keenan Elba. The loving and doting father of three managed to sneak past the wall she built around her heart. There’s just one problem standing in the way of their chemistry… his wife! Will these ladies truly find happiness or will Falling in Love with a Rude Boy prove to be more complicated than they ever imagined????
She Got Love in the South 2: The Finale (A Dallas Hood Love)
Shan - 2017
She just wants to put the past behind her. But, with her pending pregnancy, and two men waiting to see who’s the father, it seems like the drama is never-ending. Feeling betrayed and unforgiving of the fact that Qua almost killed her, Amauri stays with Trap, and she’s certain that that’s where she wants to be. It seems like everyone but her is convinced of that. With her brothers, Qua, and Trap all beefing, it seems like everyone is forgetting the bigger picture—Amauri's unborn child and her happiness. Amauri has reached her breaking point, and is unsure if a relationship with anyone is what she needs. However, it doesn’t stop the two for vying for her. Who’s the father, and who will win Amauri’s heart in the end? Sa’Ronnie had it all figured out with her and Rah. She was happy, and she thought their relationship was headed towards the next level. But, when tragedy strikes in Rah’s life, Ronnie is put on the back burner, which only leads her right back to where everyone knew she would end up. Now that Micah is home and trying to be a changed man, he’s ready to show Ronnie that he’s the one for her. He puts his all into their relationship, showing her that any man is willing to change for the right woman, but is Ronnie ready to be the change that he needs. A second chance at loves is everyone’s hopes even it if it isn’t with whom you expected.
Beyond Tonight Vol. 5 (Hollywood Dreams)
C.J. Thomas - 2016
Wes stretched me beyond what I thought possible. One second I was breathing a sigh of relief and the next moment I was gasping for air. It was all too much. The way our lives delicately balanced pleasure and pain was like walking a slippery slope. We had our sights set on turning professional poker player, Vance Cruz, into a superstar, but the media had other plans to distract us from our daily affairs. The walls around me were closing in. And fast. I wanted to run. Wes kept his grip firm, not letting me get too far. Despite his brute strength, they were after me, and they were after Wes. Just when I thought things couldn’t get any worse, the walls were breached. My nerves were raw and I was fatigued. I needed a break. A way out of the chaos surrounding my life. Sheila had her ideas of what I should do, and so did Julia Mabel. And when I flew home to Minnesota thinking that Wes and I were done for good, I learned something that might just save me from losing the love of my life forever. Mature audience only. 18+ This story is planned to unfold over several stories and Vol. 5 ends on a cliffhanger.
Hearts Don't Break Even
Brix McQueen - 2019
Love another man and give him all of me again. In fact, I was still dealing with the broken heart my ex-fiancé left me with. Time doesn’t heal all wounds… hardly any if you asked me. What time did do though, was give me a chance to find myself. I thought I was madly in love when really, I just loved the idea of it. I still do. I’m a hopeful romantic and loved knowing that one day I'd be a man’s everything, get married and start a family of our own. It was on my list of things to do before I was called home. With the abrupt death of my Aunt, the realization of time stopping for no one hit me. I didn’t have time to sulk in my sorrows anymore. And, Rashad wouldn’t let me. He wanted me… baggage and all. To fulfill every need that had gone unmet with what’s his name. He wanted me… smart mouth and all. Insecurities and all… Because his heart had been broken too. So, we connected even though I wasn’t ready for us too. Sometimes, men were just extra baggage, and Lord knows I didn’t need that but was Rashad worth it? Could he and I possibly seal our shattered hearts together and master loving again? I was ready to take that risk and find out.