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Avoiding Hell's Gate


Joyee Flynn - 2010
    But working for Hell has it's perks, such as immortality, and Stryker's far from evil. He's really just the delivery man.Rafe Damas lives a lonely life, ignored by his father, his only remaining family. When Stryker and his brothers walk into his life he's in shock to learn the Hounds of Hell are real . . . and they are there for him.But when Stryker goes from trying to take his soul to Hell to protecting him, Rafe starts to fall hard for the man.Can Stryker save Rafe's soul? And when is the right time to tell the scared man that they are mates?Special Content Alert: M/M, anal intercourse

Blind Desire


I.D. Locke - 2009
    Quinlin’s prickly attitude doesn’t stop Ryzel from trying to find him because a Gifted human such as Quinlin is the richest possible food source for an incubus. It certainly doesn’t hurt that Ryzel also finds Quinlin beautiful.Quinlin is frustrated and annoyed that he can’t get Ryzel out of his mind after only one stolen kiss. A second encounter with Ryzel in a bar leads Quinlin to make the life-altering decision to sleep with the object of his obsession to purge Ryzel from his mind once and for all. One night of pleasure reveals details neither intended to tell the other about themselves. The wheels of destiny are set into motion.

The Surgeon's Instant Family


Ezra Dawn - 2019
    Since this book isn’t an integral part of either series, it can be read as a standalone. If you’d like to get to know some of the characters mentioned in this story, then you’ll want to read the Asphalt Bay and Venetian Hills books. Reading order for those can be found inside this book) Bruno Marrz -no not the singer- is a wolf shifter and single father to three boys. After separating from his cheating ex-wife and gaining custody, Bruno took his three boys and moved cross country, returning to the pack he was born in. Bruno does his best, but he’s struggling to make ends meet and now, a year after leaving, his ex-wife wants custody of their boys. Unsure if he can afford to fight, Bruno seeks the help of the pack’s lawyer. Idris Vaughn is the top trauma surgeon at Venetian Hills Medical and a dragon shifter originally from Wales. He’s also the youngest surgeon to reach his level. Idris has a big house and lots of money, but those things don’t keep him warm at night. Idris longs for the love of a fated mate and the joy of a family but, he hasn’t had any luck finding the one person destined to be his. Neither man expected to meet their fated mate at the scene of an accident, but that’s what happens. Between the custody battle, navigating a new relationship, and trying to figure out Bruno’s ex-wife’s motives, these two men will have their work cut out for them when it comes to their happily ever after. Can they achieve it, or will they fail? (Warning: Contains sexual content, Mpreg elements, and explicit language. Not recommended for those under the age of 18.)

Damned If You Do


Marie Sexton - 2016
    With a deadline hanging over him, he heads for the Bible Belt, looking for the perfect combination of sweetness and challenge.Seth is a blind musician, part of a traveling tent revival. He’s cute, mystically talented, and quotes the Bible at every turn. His soul is pure enough to fill Abaddon’s quota for months to come, and Abaddon is determined to claim it.The problem? There’s the revival foreman who watches Abaddon’s every move. Then there’s the mystery of Seth’s many unusual talents. Lastly, there’s Abaddon himself. He’s beginning to like Seth a bit too much. Maybe Seth deserves something better than damnation.But Hell’s agenda isn’t negotiable, and time is running out. If Abaddon doesn’t play his cards right, he could condemn both of them to the worst fate of all—an eternity apart.Warning: Contains a Bible-quoting twink and an irreverent devil who’ll do anything to avoid going “back to the office”. Also, snakes. Lots and lots of snakes.

The Alpha's Captive


A.J. Jarrett - 2013
    First, they murdered his parents, and now they’ve taken his brother. With no other options left, Devon decides an eye for an eye, or in this case a brother for a son, is the best course of action, and he takes the son of the man who kidnapped his brother. But his plan blows up in his face when he realizes the man in question is his mate.Aiden Stefano never imagined a weekend at home would start off with him being kidnapped by men claiming to be werewolves or that he would fall for one. Now he must find a way to convince Devon what they share is worth fighting for and prove to his father that wolves aren’t the monsters he believes them to be. Shouldn’t be too hard, right?Aiden is the only thing Devon has to bargain with, but can he give up his mate to save his brother?

Demons Don't Dream


Hannah Walker - 2016
    Caris Dealyn wants nothing more than to get this assignment done so he can continue searching for his missing Avanti friends. But first, he needs to solve the mystery surrounding the last ambassador’s disappearance, while navigating the Demon court with all its whisperings of plots and betrayals. It's not such a bad job, if he could keep his attention on work and not on the prince who seems to distract him just by being near.Prince Dasalin Kan’erkit is busy running the kingdom in his father's absence, but not so busy he doesn’t notice the new Ambassador. Caris gets under his skin like no one else before, which is quite a feat considering Dasa’s demonically tough scales.The attraction between them is undeniable, and when events throw them together, sparks fly. They can't get enough of each other. But there are forces at work that wish to keep them apart. In a fight for their survival, the two must figure out which demonic faction is behind the plot and protect not only themselves, but the people they have both vowed to serve.

Omega Craved: The Complete Trilogy


Reese Corgan - 2015
    When Colin comes across the tall, muscular alpha named Blaine in a gym locker room, his life turns upside down. The alpha senses something in Colin that no one else can, yet, the omega fears the rumors he hears about alphas… They all want one thing: to knot and breed a helpless omega like him. The thought of receiving an alpha’s seed has Colin’s heart racing and mind pulling him toward a world that both terrifies and thrills him. However, more Colin craves Blaine, the more danger he faces… Omega Craved: The Complete MPreg Trilogy contains all 3 parts to form a full-length 240-page standalone novel. This collection contains sexually explicit scenes between a strong, demanding, yet understanding alpha and his tender, sweet omega. Contains action and adventure, unprotected sex with male breeding, knotting, and male pregnancy or mpreg. The story concludes with a satisfying, HEA ending (NO CLIFFHANGERS!)

Crimson Reign


V.L. Moon - 2013
    Bathed in the glow of celestial love and swathed in a blanket of black satin wings nestled a king among kings, a vampire born to destroy the decay threatening to eradicate the race he was destined to save.An angelic heart torn by yearning, suffering and pain throbbed to the rhythm of the life he created; a life prophesied in the scriptures by the Creator’s own hand. A vow of servitude given in blood sealed the fate of a Seraphim's heart and tied it eternally to the creation he craves, protects…loves. Ancient treaties are lost and reborn, rising from the ashes as the Nephilim ravage the vampire race. The deviant desire that soared in Malachi Denali's blood threatens to bring Rome to its knees when Malachi's world, his soul and his heart are brutally shattered and torn apart. Will purity born of an angel's love be enough to calm the savage mind of Malachi Denali? Or will Laziel be doomed to a life of purgatory for loving the life he was gifted to create…

Angel: Reverse


Tricia Owens - 2012
    For the stripper is Finn, an angel who was accidentally bound as the Guardian Angel of a serial killer, maybe the same killer who murdered John's wife and daughter. As John and Finn struggle with feelings for each other, they are hounded by creatures of the dark.

Spectrum Skies


D.J. Manly - 2011
    It’s the time when the skies over Spectrum turn dark and stay that way for months. It’s when all the crazies slither out of their secretive hiding spots, and the mortal population of Spectrum finds itself at a definite disadvantage.To make matters worse, when a powerful succubus suddenly emerges in Spectrum and threatens the safety of both humans and immortals, London is ordered to join forces with his immortal counterpart, Captain Pascal St-Maurice, a vampire who, as far as London is concerned, is a fancy pants with no respect. And to Pascal, London is an anal, uptight, prejudiced jerk who has no idea how to dress with class.Now, working together to confront the new enemy that doesn’t discriminate, the two law enforcers decide to make the best of the bad situation. But that doesn’t mean it’s going to be easy, especially when their mutual animosity eventually gives way to unexpected and unquenchable attraction.

Avaritia


Mathew Ortiz - 2014
    A sleepy little town a few hours north of Boston on a picturesque stretch of New England coast. The town’s folk live a quiet life away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy the simpler life, even if just north of them dwell the infamous Oswald family. The Oswald Estate is only minutes north of the town but most people avoid it. The town’s history tells of witches and supernatural events at the stately mansion. Is there truth to the rumors? Witches aren’t real, are they?Prodigal son William Oswald Blackthorne has come home to take his place as head of Oswald House and his family. He sets about renovating and repairing his family home since it had fallen into disrepair. All seemed to be going well until he butted heads with his obstinate siblings, an overbearing aunt and the opinionated staff. Just when he thought everything was hitting its stride, Rushford Harrington ,the head of the construction company, refuses to send his men to the house. Who the hell does the man think he is? No one tells an Oswald ‘no’!Rush Harrington has his hands full. His workers are frightened. The gossip about Oswald House has made it near impossible to find workers to do the renovations his company promised. Now the Oswald family members are making his life crazy with abrupt changes to the renovation plans. When he attempted to talk to William Oswald Blackthorne, the man refused to speak to him. So Rush pulled his teams. Next thing Rush knows, a handsome and irate blond man barges into his office and into his life; Rush realizes that nothing is ever going to be the same!

An Alpha’s Heart


Noah Harris - 2018
     Growing up rough has made Eli into the man (and wolf) he’s always wanted to be. After a life on the streets in the hardest parts of the city, Eli’s road to a place of respect in the community has been a rocky one, but one that he’s proud of. Opening Wild Hearts Community Center with his best friend Hunter gave Eli a sense of purpose, and creating a space for youth growing up the same way he did has helped him carve out a slice of territory in the city and shelters the pack he calls family. But what makes it all worthwhile, is having Hunter by his side. But what Hunter doesn’t know, is that beneath years of friendship and camaraderie, Eli is hiding from something that could tear everything they’ve worked so hard to achieve to pieces. Unaware of his friend’s deeply held secrets, Hunter is trying to live his own life, not knowing that every move he makes is breaking Eli’s heart. Can Eli risk losing Hunter, and everything they’ve built together, or will he be strong enough to face his fears and reveal his heart. Either way, he’ll have to defend everything he’s built and hope that his heart won’t be trampled along with his dreams. An Alpha’s Heart is a steamy and growly m/m gay romance featuring hot shifter men working to better their community and live their own truth. This book contains adult language, sensual scenes of gay sex and is best enjoyed by readers over the age of 18.

Liam's Mate


Olivia Black - 2014
    Wanting to help out the wolf pack that welcomed him in, he gets a job at the Silver Bullet. One night while picking up empty glasses, he notices a gorgeous stranger checking him out from across the room. When the vampire heads down to the dungeon, Liam follows.Oscar Fitzgerald is a regular at the club. When he spots Liam working, the attraction is instantaneous. He heads to the dungeon when his friends arrive and the tiger follows him. What starts out as a sexy game of cat and mouse soon turns into something else entirely when the shifter starts to panic.

Beautiful Lies


Charlotte Brice - 2020
    Working up from the disposable level one, to the royalty status of level ten has come easy for Leon. He’s reached level nine and the only demon higher than him in the whole of Gable Clan is his father Stanley Graves. In a world where family is everything, Leon has to stay put, for now. But that doesn’t mean he can finally relax. Plans are in place to see this great man take the fall of his life. LeonMy day is off to a bad start when I'm called down to a cat burglar caught in my trap. My prize gem missing, and then a shoot out in my own building. Someone is trying to make me look bad. But I can't take my eyes off this burglar, and I can't hand him over for questioning. I need this beautiful creature in my life. It's not just because he's a mysterious Fae, there is more. I was raised to want for nothing, but now I want his love. Can I convince him to give me not just his body, but his heart and soul? AspenBreak into the demon mafia building, grab a gem and all my inherited debts will be cleared. Sounds to perfect. Getting captured by Leon feels like the lucky option here. Bending my knee to this sexy as hell demon, from his apartment in the family mansion. It's definitely a step up from what I had before. But it's not going to be that easy to escape my past. I can only hope Leon can still love me when my dark past catches up with me.Book details: A 50k full length novel, intended for readers over 18. Contains scenes of a sexual nature, including BDSM, and mild self-harm.

Hacking the Consequences


Charlie Richards - 2018
    After all, he’d had fun hacking into it and knew it wasn’t secure. He’s done that, and now finds the almost daily meetings and constant infighting trying his patience. Vincentius prefers the seclusion of his computer room. When he discovers someone hacking into his system, his excitement is stirred for the first time in decades. After figuring out where the hacker is located, Vincentius sends a council investigator after him. To his shock, when the investigator returns with the hacker, a small guinea fowl shifter named Cho, Vincentius recognizes the man as his mate. Even with the mate-pull, Cho fears him. After all, Vincentius had ordered Cho kidnapped and taken away from the safety of his flock mates. Can Vincentius figure out how to win the favor of his captive, or will he lose the best thing to happen to him in over three hundred years?