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Marked


Sarah Fine - 2015
    What most don’t know—including her sexy new partner, Eli Margolis—is that while Cacy works to save lives, she has another job ferrying the dead to the Afterlife. Once humans are “Marked” by Fate, the powerful Ferrys are called to escort the vulnerable souls to either eternal bliss or unending fire and pain.Unaware of Cacy’s other life, Eli finds himself as mesmerized by his fierce and beautiful partner as he is mistrustful of the influential Ferry clan led by the Charon—who happens to be Cacy’s father. Cacy, in turn, can no longer deny her intense attraction to the mysterious ex-Ranger with a haunted past. But just as their relationship heats up, an apparent hit takes the Charon before his time. Shaken to the core, Cacy pursues the rogue element who has seized the reins of Fate, only to discover that Eli has a devastating secret of his own. Not knowing whom to trust, what will Cacy have to sacrifice to protect Eli—and to make sure humanity’s future is secure?

Protective


Lulu M. Sylvian - 2018
    But it’s too soon. He can’t just sweep in and claim her. As a foundations specialist, he knows the importance of establishing trust before the rest of the relationship can be built. Honey knows the dangers of judging a book by its cover. Her abusive ex is a shining example that looks are deceiving. She’s trying to get past the superficial barriers of Morgan’s job and his proclivity for wearing plaid shirts, now if he would just kiss her already. Morgan will do whatever it takes to support Honey but when he unexpectedly leaves, she’s left on her own to deal with her own personal demons and inadequacies. A recent truce between the long-time family rivals the Palatines and the Aventines, is well timed as the new allies share information that presents the science behind their mythology. However, an attempt on Morgan’s life alludes to impending danger on a grander scale. Is there a connection between the attempt on Morgan’s life and the scientific discovery? Are the Aventines really playing nice and new allies? Morgan needs to find out who is on his side all while he gets his head on straight so he doesn’t blow his chances with Honey.

Mr. Man Candy


Alessandra Hart - 2018
    Visit a tropical island, meet a rich, handsome player and root for the bad boy in Alessandra Hart's newest standalone romance novel. Going to a destination wedding should be fun, right? Not when there's a +1 on the invite, and you're painfully single. I don't want to face my family without a date, so I've told them all about my gorgeous, charming, all-around-amazing boyfriend. The only problem? He doesn't exist. In walks Nate Scott. Playboy. Loaded. Handsome. Bad news. He's also my only option, and surprisingly, he agrees to be my fake boyfriend during the wedding festivities. Neither of us know what we're really getting into with this game of pretend, though. We started off as enemies, but suddenly, I don't hate his guts. Suddenly, his smirk is more dangerous than annoying... and suddenly, my fake feelings have turned very real. So maybe he's not just man candy after all. The island weather isn't the only thing heating up, because I might just be falling for my very fake, very handsome and very off-limits boyfriend...

Angels of Ashes and Ivory


Raye Wagner - 2022
    A mortal world plagued by demons. And one young woman torn between them.As an orphan in Midri, Sanaa wants only one thing: Freedom outside the walls of Vice District.When she’s caught by the dreaded poachers and sold at auction, she’ll do anything to escape her fate.Anything.Rynk has battled his way to the top of the angel hierarchy, but he longs for his fated mate. Instead, the Council sends him to Midri to recover a lost token of the Celestials—the sacred relic he lost as a child. Rynk must seize this one chance for redemption if he ever hopes of finding her—his Beloved.In the demon-infested world of Midri, Rynk stumbles across a young woman on death’s door. With a single touch, three things become crystal clear to the blind warrior:1. She is his Beloved.2. She’s human.3. She rejects their fated bond.With demons closing in, Sanaa and Rynk are running out of time. If they don’t overcome the bruises of their pasts, thousands will die.* Reluctant allies.* A thrilling discovery.* A daring plan.Because it’s not just their hearts at risk— Sanaa’s entire world will be destroyed if the two can’t find a way to accomplish the impossible… Before the angels burn Midri to ash.

Shattered Empress


Brook Wilder - 2021
    He shaped me in the fires of his cruelty.Sal Faliero called me his princess – and then locked me in his cage.He made me his queen – and then he broke me.He showed me just how black his soul can be.Taunted me with the power of his cruelty.And shared with me the depth of his depravity.He made me learn that no matter how far I run, he would always find me.Our children were my one hope of happiness.And now, because of him, I may never see them again.He taught me what it means to be ruthless.What it takes to be an empress upon his throne of blood.But he taught me a little too well.He caged me.He broke me.But he’ll never rule over me.Shattered Empress is a dark Romance & Psychological suspense novel by bestselling author Brook Wilder.WARNING: This book contains scenes that may be disturbing to some readers.

Wake


Cilla Raven - 2021
    They don’t ride in on a white horse, reaching a gloved hand down so they can whisk you away into the sunset.They drive up on Harleys, hand you a helmet, tell you to hold on tight, and f*ck your world up in the best way possible.Too bad I had to go through a certified villain before I learned this… before I finally woke up to reality.AUTHOR'S NOTE & TRIGGER WARNINGWake is a contemporary romance novel set in Topsail Island, North Carolina.It has some dark themes including abuse, drug references, foul language, violence, sexual situations, and content that could be triggering for some people. It is only intended for readers 18 years and older.

The Dirty Ones


J.A. Huss - 2018
    I wrote dirty, I wrote erotic, I wrote the truth.And then they called me a liar. But it's not me who's lying, it's them.Our story isn't for everyone. It's not even for us.So if you're looking for the fairy tale and the stupid prince on his dumb white horse, move along. You've got a hold of the wrong book. This is not your story, this is not your life, and this is not your opportunity to dip your frightened little toe into the dark pool of water and "try new things" and then pull it out and decide... #NotForMe.When you go in with us you go all in. So make a decision before you turn this page. Because I'm making one promise with this book.Just one.We are The Dirty Ones and this is our truth.The Dirty Ones is a brand new, thrilling, standalone romance about the secret world of erotica authors by New York Times bestselling author, JA Huss.

Captive


Violet Noir - 2018
     Will "Dark desires mean the games I play in the bedroom have to be hidden from everyone's eyes." I'm not going to repeat the same mistake twice. The next toy I buy will be perfect. And Tessa really is all that, and more - except she has a smart mouth, and I have a short temper. She better not start digging around my past, or she might find herself with no future. Tessa "I didn't choose this life. But I never thought I could fall in love with the man who bought my body." I can't help my natural curiosity. Will is intriguing, and I have to uncover all his secrets. With each thread he pulls, he unravels another one of my inhibitions. But I want to play, too. I want to know his deepest, darkest thoughts... Even though they could mean my demise. This book is dark. Some scenes may disturb. You have been warned.

Angels & Whiskey


Kimberly Knight - 2015
    Serving his country was his destiny. Until he fell in love…When Gabe’s love affair is cut short, he turns to whiskey for comfort and swears he will never fall in love again.Until he bumps into an unexpected angel…By all appearances, Autumn Jones has the perfect life. Her husband, Richard, is a loving man who wants to be a father to her unborn children. But Autumn knows the truth. Richard has a controlling, dark side that leaves nothing to chance, especially Autumn. He’ll stop at nothing to make her the trophy wife he wants her to be.When Autumn bumps into Gabe, he consumes her every thought, but she can’t act on her feelings. She’s married to a dark man she can never leave. When he learns who Autumn’s husband really is, Gabe knows he will stop at nothing to protect her. Or is it too late for him to save his angel?

Blurred Lies


Elle Ellerton - 2015
    Re-edited to create this dual point-of-view, full-length novel. This book has no cliffhanger. Blurred Lies: a new adult romance Natalie: "I love my big brother, Nate, and I have no reservations about moving in with him at all. It’s his roommate and best friend, Ryan, who’s the issue; because I love him, too... or at least I did when I was fifteen. And he hates me… or at least he did when he was eighteen. Well, I think he did. I can’t think of another explanation for the way he treated me." When Natalie Connor's parents are killed in a car accident, she's left with no choice but to move more than a thousand miles from the home she's always known, to live with her big brother, Nate, and his best friend, Ryan.With anxiety playing a large role in her life, the loss of her loving parents, feelings that still linger for Ryan, and an online relationship to complicate matters even further, can Natalie find a way to be happy and grow into the person she wants to become? Or will all the lies ruin the love she's waited so long to discover? Ryan: "She’s arriving today. Natalie Connor is moving in with me, and I have no idea how I’m going to handle it." When Ryan Landon is faced with the reality of living with the one girl he can’t have - his best friend’s little sister - he must choose between being honest or kind.Being both isn’t an option.When the truth is revealed, and the past comes back to haunt them, will Natalie and Ryan’s love for one another be strong enough to hold them together, or will the lies that have been allowed to prevail, tear them apart, forever? Disclaimer: This book is intended for readers 18+ due to adult language and situations. What people say about this story: "Elle Ellerton brings us a love story that has been developing over many years, surprises, and lots of passion. I highly recommend for lovers of New Adult. Ryan and Natalie will rock your emotional foundation and make your heart melt." - Rochelle's Reviews "Ryan is sex on a stick! You want to be Nat and have that bond with him. He's the bad boy turned good! I was so in love with him while I was reading this..." - Amazon customer "Blurred Lies is the first book by Elle Ellerton that I have read and I absolutely loved it! A well written, fun read!" - Amazon customer "This was one of those books where I was reading way past my bedtime! I couldn't stop, I was hooked from the beginning!" - Amazon customer "I took a chance on a author I have never heard of and I am so glad I did because I LOVED this book!!!!" - Amazon customer "Wow! What a great love story! I just love Ryan and Natalie together. This was the first book by Elle Ellerton that I have read but it won't be my last!" - Amazon customer "This is a great book for anyone who can relate to introverts and the difficulties finding a real human connection in the digital world we live in. The steamy scenes are written to covey the heart pounding feelings with class. I would recommend this book to everyone that enjoys a well written romance." - Amazon customer

Beware the Snake


Samantha Cade - 2017
    Violent intimidator. Ruthlessly loyal. And I never question orders.Until Jess.After what I saw Jess do, I should put a bullet in her head and dump her body in the desert. That’s what the oath I took demands of me.But I don’t want to kill her. I want to keep her for myself. I want to own every inch of her creamy skin and soft curves. She’s a very dangerous plaything. A savage like me can't resist.So I stalk her. I follow her every move, creeping closer and closer until I’m sharing her bed. The more she resists, the more my obsession rages, the more I’m determined to slither my way into her heart.Owning her body comes with a price. If the Mariano’s find out who she is, and that I didn’t kill her, we’re both dead. It’s a deadly game we’re playing. The kind of action I live for. I’ll probably die for it too.Beware the Snake is a dark romance about a hot mafia dude who stalks a vengeful babe. Watch these two bitter enemies become steamy lovers.ADVISORY: Contains violence, dark themes, and graphic love scenes. Intended for adults only.

Shadow


Drew Sera - 2018
    But from the moment I saw her, I knew I wanted her.I shouldn’t have spoken to her. Messing with her means digging my own grave. Pursuing her puts my family at risk.Chloe is my light, but family is everything…

Trigger


L.P. Dover - 2017
    . . that’s what I am. It’s what I do. It’s what I live for. I’m no longer the Preston Hale everyone knew. I left that life and the people in it a long time ago the second I made my first kill. I wasn’t going to give in, but when I heard the screams there was no going back. It triggered the pain, the need. I knew what I had to do, and I did it well. But I never expected for Emma Turner – the only link to my past – to come back into my life. She triggers a different emotion inside me, something I hadn’t ever felt. It’s not a want to kill . . . but a need to CLAIM.

Replica


Jenna Black - 2013
    Her marriage has been arranged with the most powerful family in her state, which means she lives a life of privilege but also of public scrutiny, followed everywhere by photographers, every detail of her private life tabloid fodder. But her future is assured, as long as she can maintain her flawless public image — no easy feat when your betrothed is a notorious playboy.Nathan Hayes is the heir of Paxco — controller of the former state of New York, and creator of human replication technology, science that every state and every country in the world would kill to have. Though Nadia and Nate aren’t in love, they’ve grown up close, and they (and the world) are happy enough with their match.Until Nate turns up dead, and as far as everyone knows, Nadia was the last person to see him alive.When the new Nate wakes up in the replication tanks, he knows he must have died, but with a memory that only reaches to his last memory backup, he doesn’t know what killed him. Together, Nadia and Nate must discover what really happened without revealing the secrets that those who run their world would kill to protect.

Lost in Distraction


B.J. Harvey - 2013
    A sexy stranger paid to protect her. Alone and shut off from the world, Elise Halliwell is simply going through the motions, waiting for the next step in her pre-destined life. Until a chance meeting with the dark-haired, blue-eyed Brax James shakes her to the core, achieving what everyone else before him has failed to do; he makes her feel again. As much as Brax wishes things were different, fate has not brought him into Elise’s life. His job is to keep her safe, not fall for the very woman he’s supposed to protect. Elise has no idea of the threat she faces and Brax wants it to stay that way. Unfortunately for both of them, they’ll have no say in the matter. Full of twists, turns, and revelations no-one sees coming, you won’t be the only one lost in distraction.*This book contains adult situations and explicit content/language.*