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Phoenix
Autumn Reed - 2015
Make friends. Maybe even fall in love.I never expected my quiet, sheltered life in the wilderness to come crashing down around me.But my dad has been keeping secrets. And after a decade of hiding, the past has finally caught up with us. The past, plus six hot guys with secrets of their own. In a way, my wish has come true. Now, I just need to determine whether that's a good thing.*Phoenix is book one in The Stardust Series, a slow-burn contemporary reverse harem romance.*
Becoming Ruby
Brandi Bell - 2018
That’s my whole life. My name is Jade and during the day I am in charge of what happens, but when the sun goes down I become Ruby. Let’s just say she’s the wild one, and I have no idea where we will end up. Oh, and the only real way to tell us apart is our eyes. Ruby does what she wants, when she wants to. Imagine waking up on a moving bus, with four hot guys. We soon learned we were all in for a crazy ride.
Find Me
Ashley N. Rostek - 2021
My parents. My twin sister. All of them murdered by the man who has stalked me for years. He nearly killed me, too. But I got away and he’s still out there, searching for me. He won’t find me. At least, I hope not. Thanks to WITSEC, I’ve been given a new life with a new identity.The present…My uncle, my only living relative, has helped me glue myself back together and given me the tools I’ll need to survive. I’m not fixed and my grief is heavy, but I’m at a point where I can put one foot in front of the other to try to move on.I know my future will be hard and lonely. I must stay strong and focus on the good. I’m getting a second chance at life. I am safe. My new home is beautiful. The four brothers who live next door are even more so. Little do I know that Colt, Creed, Keelan, and Knox will soon become my everything. It’s as if my lonely heart screamed out for someone good to find me. Four answered back.***WARNING This is a reverse harem romance. Contains violence, graphic killing, foul language, and sexual content. Some parts may be triggering.***
Finding Happiness
Scarlett Water - 2018
For the next several years she lives in what feels like hell until one fateful day she is saved. Now all she wants to do is be a normal teenager and find a little happiness when she'd never really had any before. Enter Draco, Falcon, and Hawke who warm her heart in ways that she didnt even think possible. And like any relationship there will be ups and downs, and of course people that think one female with three males is unorthodox. But Paige's never had a normal life. Will she ever get to be normal and find happiness, especially when danger lurks right around the corner?
Her Temptations
Amber Thielman - 2020
Boy, was I wrong. Now they’ve become my temptations… and they’re willing to share.Matt, Dereck, and Bryce made sure my high school experience was hell. They pushed me to the edge until I saw no other way out, but to run.After transferring and finishing high school far away from the cruel trio, I’m on my way to becoming the best goddamn nurse ever.Then, the boys show up on my campus, and everything goes to shit. Working as a firefighter, cop, and paramedic while going to school, they might’ve fooled everyone into thinking they’re the saviors, but I know they’re up to their old tricks. Only this time, it’s not my mind, but my body they’re after.Too bad I’m not the weak girl I used to be. This time, I won’t run. This time, I’ll face the trio and bring them down to their knees.Yet the more time I spend with them, the more I see that they’ve changed. My heart is telling me I can trust them. My soul wants all three. Will I be able to leave my past demons behind and give myself to my three men?Her Temptations is a steamy reverse harm, enemies to lovers, college romance. No cheating, No cliffhanger, plenty of heat, and a guaranteed HEA!
Bitter Thorns (The Entwined Book 1)
Chrissy Jaye - 2019
All Olivia Stone ever wanted is control over her own destiny. But when witches murder her best friend, her brother reveals secrets about her that will change everything.Thrust into an unfamiliar and frightening world full of magic, she must put her fears aside and place all her faith in a group of strangers.But even her new friends can’t protect her from all the evils of the world. Especially when the worst of it comes from within.The Entwined: Book One
The Cursed Ones
Eileen Waite - 2020
But, if her Father has his way, she will be locked away before the time comes.When she feels all hope is lost, a group of boys waltz into town and take a liking to her. She tries to push them away, just as she does everyone else, but the Crean brothers are not so easily swayed- and they seem to know much more about Sierra and her ability than they are letting on.It's a race against time as the Crean's try to save Sierra from her Father, not knowing about the other threat looming on the horizon.The questions is, can they save Sierra from her Father before he locks her away for good, or worse- kills her?Or will Sierra's out of control powers destroy them all before they get the chance?This is a slow-burn paranormal reverse harem, with some scenes of abuse from a parent that some readers may find upsetting. Please read with caution.It is the first in a series where the heroine does not have to choose her romantic partner- she just has to choose how to handle all five of them!
Alpha Forsaken
Alice Wilde - 2021
But Fate has other plans for me.Heir to the Shadow Walker pack and my father's only child, I was born to lead ... or so I thought.I've spent my whole life preparing for a future I thought was certain. For a mate I believed was mine.The Mating Games are coming up in just a few days, and this time I'm old enough to join.To finally be fated to my forever mate, Felix.When the eligible sons and daughters of the other packs arrive to join the games, I soon find out that Fate has other plans in store for me.Plans that could ruin my future.Plans that threaten the fragile alliances between our packs.Plans that involve them ...Avery, Felix's younger twin.Liam, a hardened leader.And Ryuk, the psycho playboy.The Alpha sons.Alpha Forsaken is the first book in the
Fated to the Alphas
series. This is a dark upper YA/NA fated mate and rejected mate wolf shifter romance with multiple love interests. Think arena-style survival games meets Werewolf mating season.CW: This series has darker themes and includes some adult scenes (slow burn) and violence, please read at your own discretion.
Pieces of Her Soul
Serena Lindahl - 2017
In the well-ordered and balanced society of the kingdom of Megreria, she is a failure. Every person in Megreria has an occupation in a specific House and a designated Soul Match. Not Kiarra. She has delayed her exams until the last allowable minute, but her mind refuses to focus on one House. When she meets one man from each of the five Houses, her inability to choose extends to her heart. The rules demand she choose though, one House and one man. What happens when she feels drawn to all five Houses and all five men who have captured her attention, and possibly her heart? Will she be doomed to a life of a Commoner? Will society and the kingdom shun her? Or have the Fates already chosen her destiny? ***A reverse harem fantasy.
Promise
Adele Niles - 2019
Sometimes you make them. Sometimes they are made for you. Kissing Jordan Hawthorne the summer before 9th grade was my choice. What he did after that was his choice, and it ruined my life. All to make himself popular. It worked, and it set off a chain of events that would tear my family apart. Choices made by others. I left Richland and I thought it was for good. Unfortunately, yet another choice made for me. I’m back. Abandoned and forced to face my demons, my dad and the dicks that destroyed my world. This time things will be different. The bullies and b*tches that kicked me from the hill are about to take a fall of their own. What I wasn't expecting was how the two biggest bullies in my life were about to change it, again. The book was previously released as The Hills This is book one of The Richland Heights High series. It contains adult language and adult situations with characters that are 17+. It also contains some sensitive scenes. There are bullies, bad boys, heroines and heroes. This series is a mix of Riverdale, Pretty Little Liars and Mean Girls, with a touch of Sons of Anarchy. It is set in the fictional town of Richland where The No Regrets Ink series is also located. You can see overlapping locations and characters throughout these books. Check out the No Regrets Ink series as well.
Surviving Amber Springs
Siobhan Davis - 2018
First place honors go to my twin, Ethan; however, hate isn’t a strong enough word to convey how people feel about him. Not that I blame anyone—some days, I hate him too. Mostly, I’m just lost and afraid, drowning in a sea of betrayal and guilt, wondering how this happened right under my nose. There’s no choice but to leave. To move clear across the country in a last-ditch attempt to start over. Transferring to a new school midway through senior year is hellish for most people. For me, it’s a welcome relief—until someone discovers our secret and now everyone knows. The pointing, whispering, and scathing looks follow me around again, and I’m back to square one. Except, this time, I’m not alone. Axel, Skeet, and Heath took me under their wing from the minute I arrived here. I’ve no idea why three of the hottest guys in town took any interest in me or why they continue to have my back, but I’m so grateful to have them in my corner. Because, right now, they’re the only reason I’m not following my brother into an early grave. This is an upper YA/NA standalone. Due to sensitive content and possible triggers, this book is recommended to readers aged 18 and older.
Slate High
L.M. Wilson - 2018
At least that's what the prophecy says. My name is Willow Rundstow, I was brought up in the human world, believing I was nothing more than another human, but the second I step foot in Slate High, my entire life changes. At first, it's worse than anyone can believe, the locals aren't friendly, in fact that are downright mean. One girl in particular goes out of her way to make my life hell. Of course, the same can be said of others at this school. But something happens that changes everything. What is a girl to do when five very sexy guys all begin vying for her attention, while an unknown man hunts you for his own nefarious desires? Three sexy vampires, a hybrid wolf-vampire, a half human-half vampire and a goddess, end up in the same school together. What could possibly go wrong? This is an RH Romance with Paranormal, action and fantasy elements and a little bit of humour. As this is a series there will be a HEFN at the end. (Happy Ending For Now) Language Warning. Some scenes may be distressing to some people.
Shadow Wood Academy Chronicles: Book One
Ally Summers - 2019
I know what you’re thinking. Sad lonely professor finds herself with five sinfully hot men who want her and suddenly life is magical and happy. I wish that was real. That’s not how this story goes. You have no idea what happens inside the gates at Shadow Wood Academy. Neither did I until I was summoned by the broody headmaster. Lured is a more accurate way to describe how Jake Windsor tricked me into walking through the academy’s doors. Humans don’t attend Shadow Wood. Not as students or teachers. I learn that the first night I’m locked in the faculty tower with no way out. Guys are howling outside my window. There is a girl walking on the roof. And I swear one kid keeps licking his lips every time he sees me. I need to escape, but there is something alluring about the men who want me to stay. I’m drawn to them, even when I know I should run for my life. Strong. Gorgeous. Sculpted muscles for miles. But did I mention they aren’t human? I have no plans to give in to them, no matter what they swear my purpose is, until I discover that without me the innocent inside the school could become orphans—or worse—snatched up by a rogue agency. I’m used to taking care of myself, and fighting for everything I have, but saving them feels impossible. I’m strong enough to stand my ground against five of the hottest men I’ve ever met if it means saving lives, right? I didn’t know destiny could be so tempting or so dangerous. Get ready to sink your teeth into this full-length reverse harem paranormal fantasy academy romance about the adults who run the school. Shadow Wood Academy Chronicles Book One is the first in a series with a smart, independent heroine and her five scorching hot men. There is plenty of steam to go around in this slow burn, epic romance with villains, corrupt agencies, troubled childhoods, a school for the supernatural, and so much more.
VICIOUS : A Ménage Romance (Road Kings MC Book 1) Kindle Edition
Roma James - 2021
Until her.JAKE & SORENOf all the tasks the president of the Road Kings has assigned to us, helping a woman cross the Canadian border doesn’t stand out as high-risk. If some rich girl wants to ditch her husband and flee the country, a few passports and some hard travel are no problem. We might even get lucky on the way, and then she’ll be off our hands.Except the more we learn about Vanessa, the more she proves she’s anything but a spoiled socialite looking for the next big thing. She’s brave. She’s determined.She’s also sexy as hell. Tempting enough that neither of us want to let her go.Unfortunately, we have bigger problems. It turns out that Vanessa’s husband won’t let her leave him—not in one piece, anyway—and has the means to hunt her down. She’s terrified of him and what he’ll do if he finds her.He’s the one who should be afraid.***VICIOUS is a suspenseful biker ménage romance sure to leave scorch marks behind by the final page. Read as a standalone with an HEA and no cliffhanger.***
Imprinted Tattoos
Nikita Parmenter - 2020
Only a small percentage of the human population over the age of eighteen ever receive one and they only appear when a soul changing event happens in that person's life. Sage's first one showed up when she was nine, yey for being weird.She's been fighting for so damn long and she's just tired of it all. when she's almost fully given up, hope comes in the arrival of five new guys at her crappy high school, the guys are shrouded in secrets but it's not like she's being completely honest with them either.If Sage doesn't let her fear control her, then she has the chance to be a part of something amazing but fate throws them all a curve ball when they realize that their lives are more intertwined than any of them could've imagined and as secrets about her past come to light and her psycho ex makes a reappearance she can't help but find comfort in the five guys who give her hope.This is a slow/ medium burn paranormal Reverse Harem.Warnings: please be advised that this book contains dark themes, including abuse, memories of abuse from when she was a child, violence and cursing. Additionally, sexual themes suitable for mature audiences 18+.All sex is consensual.