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The Queen by Tiffany Reisz
Once upon a time, Nora and Søren made a fateful deal—if he gave her everything, she would give him forever. The time has finally come to keep their promises. Out of money and out of options after her year-long exile, Eleanor Schreiber agrees to join forces with Kingsley Edge, the king of kink... -
The Heart of Psychos: Part two by Ames Mills
Everyone warns you that it isn't safe when you step into this life.Danger lurks in every corner, and I’m constantly looking over my shoulder to see what will happen next. The villain in our story is supposed to be a protector, a father. But all he does is bring sorrow to his son, and he tried to take three important people from our lives... -
The Mistress by Tiffany Reisz
The final book in The Original Sinners Series - The Red Years. There's punishment-and then there's vengeance. Nora Sutherlin is being held, bound and naked. Under different circumstances, she would enjoy the situation immensely, but her captor isn't interested in play. Or pity... -
All I Have: Part Two by Ames Mills
In this life, you were taught vulnerability would get you killed. Distractions led to mistakes, and mistakes led to your death. What happened when the one that made you vulnerable was also the distraction?Evie captivated us all from the beginning. All it took was one look from those big brown eyes, and we laid down everything to protect her--including our lives... -
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Steel & Hammer's Hellcat by Ciara St. James
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsArchangel’s Warriors MC: Brothers by choice, not blood. Born to ride until they die. All they want is to ride free until lightning strikes them without warning. Consumed by desire, surrounded by danger, they find the “one” who will consume, enchant, frustrate, and ultimately love them. They only see each other... -
Not a Whisper by M.T. Addams
With her secrets buried and her heart still intact—Briella Wilson is determined to move forward with her head held high as Spring semester starts.Yet, being entwined in a relationship with three young men is complicated—especially when the powerful Garry Gipson begins to stick his nose into his son’s life... -
Holy Hearts by Amanda Richardson
Bound by holy vows, undone by sinful desires…MalakaiI’ve spent years hiding my depraved deviances behind my roles as pastor and headmaster of Saint Helena Academy.When Julian—my former best friend—returns to my life, the tension between us is impossible to ignore.He’s married now, and I try to keep my distance...Categorized as:
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Gabe and Ian by Lane Hart, D.B. West
Gabriel Cross has spent his entire life keeping a secret from his older brother. The tattoo artist all but inked the two words on his flesh, and yet Abe still hasn’t figured it out. Terrified of losing the only family he has left, Gabriel keeps his mouth shut, even though he hates himself for being a coward. Ian Long loves women... -
Pretty Little Monster by A.J. Merlin
I thought I’d feel broken after what happened. Turns out killing the man who hurt me changed that. When I’m back at school for my last few weeks of college, I find normalcy for the first time in months. Despite getting comfortable, I can’t give Rook and Oliver the answer they so clearly want, even if it’s not the one they want to hear. They have to understand it’s not that easy... -
Lesson In Trust: Part Two by Kay Elle Parker
Is this a fairytale or is it reality?From one strength to another, Callie’s relationship with her Daddies is growing exponentially. Not only has she found the kind of love she’s always dreamed of, it seems that love is contagious, connecting both Elias and Evander together as well.Balanced between her Dark Daddy and her Golden one, she finds peace in their embrace, safety in their kisses... -
Hard Limits by Suki Williams
Call girls are meant to fuck the client then go home, not fuck them up, but I never minded getting my hands just a little dirty.Homeless teen turned prostitute turned elite call girl with some… unusual extracurricular activities was not what I’d set out to become, but survivors can’t be choosers... -
Savage Reign by Amanda Richardson
Some people say you should forget the past, focus on the present, and dream for the future.That’s what I intend to do, because I want nothing more than to move on and start a new family–and a new life in Greythorn–with Silas, Damon, and Jude.But the past doesn’t want to die, and despite our reign, there’s one person who wants nothing more than to see our Kingdom fall... -
The Silence Lies by Sophie Dyer
Revenge; they say it’s best served cold, right? Well, that’s exactly what I intend to do. Enzo LaRosa was everything to me, my best friend, my second in command, and my enemies took him from me. After his death, I’m more determined than ever to make the enemy pay for what they did. But as the first female leader of The Bianchi family, I have a target on my back... -
Adrenaline by A.L. Woods
Four years ago, I betrayed his trust.He retaliated by breaking my heart.Adam Ryan had secrets.The kind better off where they belonged.Buried.As an urban explorer, I’m not afraid of a little trouble.But when I venture to the one place Adam forbade me from, I get more than I bargained for.Him and his friends.Along with their threats.Their violence.And their lust.Adam might claim to still hate me... -
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Savage Gods by Amanda Richardson
I would forever be grateful that Silas Huxley, Damon Brooks, and Jude Vanderbilt saved me from my own broken darkness.They were there to catch me–as friends, and now as roommates and lovers. Three enigmatic, brutal gods who would do anything for me–even kill.Because someone connected to Silas is planning our demise–someone with a past that doesn’t want to be found... -
The Break by Shayla Black, Jenna Jacob
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsOne woman. Two Rivals. Countless secrets…Raine Kendall has everything a woman could want—almost... -
Bossy Brothers: Luke by J.A. Huss
Two hot men seeking a fun, flirty girl with a sense of adventure. You in?My life changed the day Zach Boston walked into it. And we’ve been inseparable best friends and lovers ever since. But he’s almost seven years younger than me and I remember all too well what my twenties were like - A new adventure every day, non-stop partying every night, and a new girl (or guy) whenever I got bored... -
Cruel Betrayal by Elira Firethorn
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsBeing in their enemy's inner circle has never been easier for Elliot, Rhett, and Oliver. Not only have they earned Ludo's trust, but Wren's friendship with Aubrey has turned out to be more beneficial than they ever could've predicted.Still, there's no room for celebration. Not when the constant threat of something happening to Rhett's brothers is looming over everyone's heads... -
Black Light: Wanted by Maren Smith
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsHe had her the longest… he hurt her the most… Anna “Pony” Mitchell should be dead. Abandoned by her Menagerie sisters and shot by the only man she’s ever loved, now the hospital has declared her “unfit.” She has thirty days to prove them wrong or spend the rest of her life hospitalized. He lost his leg, his job… and almost his life... -
Forced Submission Bundle 2 by Alexa Riley
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsBONUS: Bundle includes never before seen epilogues for all three stories! Taking What’s His Driving a truck and hauling cargo from coast to coast can be lonely. Sly’s been looking for a pet to keep him company, and late one night on the side of the highway, he finds her. Cameron is scared something bad is going to happen to her, but then he comes along, and she feels relieved... -
Sinfully Mastered by Serena Akeroyd
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsFor little Miss Naughty, the words 'behaving' and 'love' never belonged in the same sentence... * Marina is wicked. Right down to her core. She doesn't care for the rules, is the ultimate rebel without a cause, but when she loves, she loves true. So, when the few people she actually gives a damn about get hurt because of her, the guilt is immense... -
Pleasure to Earn by H.N. DeFore
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsBook 3 in the Sins and Secrets Club World.Following a fast divorce and betrayal from her ex-husband, Anita’s learned how to hate herself. Pleasure isn’t a given, and she isn’t ready to lose parts of herself to make another person happy anymore.When she needs security cameras installed to monitor her house, Russell finds out her ex has a knack for showing up and beating on the door... -
The Truth Hurts by Sophie Dyer
Time; they say it heals all wounds. But what happens when time isn’t a luxury you can spare?Haunted by Luciano, I attempt to rebuild myself and forget what happened. But moving forward is easier said than done, especially when I’m no longer facing just one enemy. Revenge is no longer on my agenda. Now, I have to fight to protect those closest to me... -
God Complex by Darcy Dahlia
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsWhat do you do when all your wildest dreams come true? My name is Kit Salazar and all of my dreams just came true. I’m a romance writer and my debut novel is going to be the summer’s hottest movie for two very big Rafe Burdock and Grant Stone. They’re Hollywood’s hottest actors. Any project they take on turns to gold and somehow they’re starring in a movie based on my book... -
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Legal Intentions by Anastasia Wright
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsLacey When you discover your first love is a monster, you escape right? You take your heels and run. You don’t try to uncover the truth and put him behind bars and you especially don’t ask his enemy to touch you and make sure you forget he ever existed… Koa She should be taboo. A woman who was abused, one that reminds me of my darkest nightmares... -
Lark by Emma Cole
Dark. Gritty. Taboo. ~ Lark: Book One of the Dark Duet ~ Broken-hearted and mortified after being dumped when she expected a proposal, Lark calls her best friend and roommate for a rescue. While waiting to be picked up, she ducks around the corner into the alley to gain her composure, unaware it will be the action that leads her into a trafficking syndicate... -
Ruining Vanessa by Raissa Donovan, Addison Wolf
To survive, I need to give them what they want--but giving in will ruin me.I made a mistake.I thought I could delay the inevitable. I thought if I was smart, I could put off getting pregnant, and buy myself time to find a way to escape.I should have known they'd find out. I should have known there'd be consequences.Slayer is happy to dole out punishments... -
Never Losing Hope by Y.V. Larson
Rated: 4.01 of 5 stars · 22 ratingsI had five months. Five months of love and comfort.My name is Evelyn Miller, and I’ve been ripped away from my family. I don’t know what hell he has planned for me, but the difference this time? This time I’m angry. I will fight until my last dying breath to make it back to my men. I have a life worth fighting for, and a family who will always be with me... -
Sexy as Sin by W. Winters
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsFrom USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Willow Winters, comes a sexy second-chance MC romance.I took the fall for a crime I didn’t commit, and it cost me everything. Including the only woman I ever loved.I’m not the man she fell in love with. Four years behind bars made me harder, colder… with a temper I can’t control.But one look at Kat and nothing else matters... -
Tainted Saints by Rosa Lee
What if everything you’ve ever needed, is everything you can never have? In the opulent British Ambassador's residence, nestled near Washington DC, an unexpected encounter awaits that will rock everything I thought I knew and change the course of my life. At my new school I meet the enigmatic Tainted Saints—three mesmerising men who become the protectors I never knew I needed... -
Theirs as Payment by Piper Stone
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsTaking me was business. Keeping me was personal. Until mere moments ago, I was a doctor heading home after my shift at the hospital. But that was before I was forced into the back seat of an SUV, then bared and spanked for trying to escape... -
A Billion Secrets by Jessa York
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsNickThe more I learn about Eve, the more I want to protect her.Even after she betrays my trust in the worst possible way.She’s mine.And I’ll ruin anyone and anything who dares to get in our way.EveNick helped me in my time of need.And how did I repay him?I’d rather not say…He makes it clear that I belong to him. And no one else.When his best friend shows up, my emotions are tested... -
After Him by Kelly Finley
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsFrom author Kelly Finley comes another steamy tale with a tragic hero brought to his knees by a heart-breaking secret. It's one he shares with the woman he left behind. Now, she will be his end... and his beginning.When you’re wanted…Redix Dean is so hot he breaks hearts upon sight.He promised he’d love me for infinity.After one tragic night, he lied.He moved to L.A... -
Sin and Betrayal by Sienna Snow
Rated: 3.99 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsPrincess in a TowerCaptive in a Cage.There is no Power.Only Rage.They promised me love and devotion,And left me with shattered dreams.They’re back expecting forgiveness.But my price is very steep.Betrayal is a risky business,Now that I’m the Queen they wish to keep... -
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A Brutal Captor by Logan Fox
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPreviously published as Her Merc by Logan Fox. Betrayal. An everyday occurrence for a cartel princess. But this feels worse. This feels...personal. The man who protected me since I was a child is shot before my eyes, and my father orchestrated the whole thing. The worst part? I’m then kidnapped by his killer. Now my life is in the hands of a ruthless, hardened mercenary... -
Captivated with Them by Marissa Farrar
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWe tried to run, but we were caught. Now we will pay our dues... I’m an owned woman—no longer by the three men I loved, but by one I hate.I’m back in the hands of Frankie Capello, and he controls my future. He has Ryan, too, a bargaining chip to make both me, and Kodee and Ryan, do whatever he wants... -
In the Dark by Rosie Alice, V. Domino
Rated: 3.94 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsSage Lindman had it all.Happy family, fulfilling life, popularity and a bright future ahead of her.Until a freak accident took it all from her.Now she belongs to Blackmore.Thrust into a brand-new life where anything can happen, Sage just wants to get through the next year and create her own destiny. Except, Blackmore brings more than a placeholder life. It brings secrets, truths, games and them... -
Cruel Masters by Piper Stone
Rated: 3.93 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsMen like them don't ask. They take. I thought I understood the risks of going undercover to report on billionaires flaunting their power, but these men didn't send lawyers after me. They're going to deal with me themselves... -
Deceived by Sarah Bailey
Four of them. One of me. Who will give in first?It started when they stole me from my life. The daughter of a crime lord who ruled with an iron fist. The heir to a family of blood and ruin.They left only a whisper of a name in the air. Il Diavolo. A man whose reputation preceded him. Ruthless. Merciless. Cunning.The one they called the Devil. He was as beautiful as he was terrifying... -
Obsession: MMF by Mila Crawford
Salvation comes at a cost. Margarete In our world, women live in fear, trapped in gilded cages seen as objects to be toyed with and used. Raised to be subservient and warned to obey the men of the community. Our only dream is on our twenty-first birthday, when we marry our chosen husband he’ll be kind and merciful. Johannes In our world, men run wild... -
Evil Boys by Clarissa Wild
I was hellbent on making them pay.Instead, they bent and twisted me.I am the golden child, the one who’s supposed to be perfect.During the day I attend Spine Ridge University as my father wishes, but when darkness falls I put on my mask to hunt criminals and destroy them.Until one night when I come face to face with three evil boys …Kai, Nathan, and Milo from the Phantom Society... -
Share Me, Daddy by Sara Fields
They're not just going to share me. They're going to make me call them both daddy.Connor Murphy was the perfect husband for a bratva kingpin's daughter. An Irish mafia boss I could marry to secure an alliance between our families. It was all supposed to be so simple...But then our wedding was attacked and I ended up on the run with his brother Caden... -
All In by Sara Cate
Five years ago, I slept with my husband’s best friend.Then, my husband slept with his best friend, too.And now, the three of us are in matrimonial bliss with three kids at home.Drake suggested we visit the place where it all started and celebrate our anniversary in Sin City itself. Something tells me he has a surprise up his sleeve, and I’m dying to know what it is... -
Nightingale by Emma Cole
Lark survived her ordeal– scarred but alive. Now she's in hiding from the trafficking syndicate that wants her back. There's more than just Robert Vitti that's an issue though and it's turned her world upside down yet again.Find out what happens in the conclusion of the Dark Duet... -
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The Family Secret by S.L. Sinclair
Rated: 3.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA Taboo, Age Gap, Step Family Reverse Harem NovelAfter doubling her courses and receiving a bachelor's degree in two years, Sasha wants to take the summer off to celebrate with her boyfriends.But their trip is cancelled when one of her men becomes the target of a former client who's angry he got sent to prison.Sasha, Gene, Tony, and Nonno aren't safe, nor are Sasha's half-siblings... -
Mafia Toy by Emilia Rose
The mafia boss and his wife want to pay me one million dollars to be their toy for a year.They can touch me and use me wherever and whenever they like. Aboard private jets, on the Italian coast, in lofty skyrises... they give me the life of luxury in exchange for me to be their dirty little secret... -
The Complete Dark Duet: Lark and Nightingale by Emma Cole
Rated: 3.74 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsLark and Nightingale are now together in this one convenient volume, The Complete Dark Duet. This compilation contains deleted scenes, an extended epilogue, and more! Dark. Gritty. Taboo. ~ Lark: Book One of the Dark Duet ~ Broken-hearted and mortified after being dumped when she expected a proposal, Lark calls her best friend and roommate for a rescue... -
Dirty by Megan Hart
Rated: 3.82 of 5 stars · 35 ratingsI wanted him the first time we met. The problem with desire is that it’s like pouring water into a vase full of stones. It fills you up before you know it, leaving no room for anything else.I don’t have room in my life for Dan.But I can’t stop wanting him... -
The Hallows Boys by Rosie Alice
Previously published as a novella titled In The Dark, Rosie Alice brings you the first full length novel in the Dark Duet – The Hallows Boys.Welcome to Blackmore, I hope you like the dark.Thrust into a dark and mysterious town – Sage just wants to get through the next few months, intending to keep her head down and go unnoticed... -
Buy Me Sir by Jade West
They call him the puppet master. They say he’s dirty, dark and dangerous. And they’re right. He’s everything they say he is, and more. So much more. Alexander Henley has no idea I exist. No idea whatsoever how much I want him. But that’s all about to change. Because if there’s one thing I know about the puppet master, it’s that he pays well to pull women’s strings...
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