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Cut Her Strings by Sage RelleAnne
Raven was dead; at least, that's what the world thought. Now, she's not only been found alive but thrown into what is referred to as the world's most sadistic reality game show. There are two hundred and forty-nine other contestants, but only five will be announced as winners. The prize? Their lives. For Raven, losing isn't an option...Categorized as:
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![The Lost by K.A. Knight]()
The Lost by K.A. Knight
Rated: 4.47 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAfter I was betrayed and left for dead in the sands of the wasteland, I found a new home—a sanctuary of lost souls like me. With the help of others, I rebuilt myself until I was stronger than before, but when word comes that my old home, Paradise, has fallen, I have a choice to make... -
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![Tease Me by Julia Ash, Linzi Basset]()
Tease Me by Julia Ash, Linzi Basset
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDon't let love, or lust, pass you by…Sink into this incredible collection of never-before-released full-length novels!Available for a limited time only!Let us arouse your imagination with dozens of books compiled to satisfy your craving for romance.They'll tease… excite… and tempt you to sin.Get ready to swoon over these seductive stories of craving and demand. Yield and advance. Heat. Hearts... -
![Dark Obsessions Anthology: Volume 1 by C.M. Steele]()
Dark Obsessions Anthology: Volume 1 by C.M. Steele
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThey’re watching. Waiting.Bound by their desires to own—the uncontrollable hunger that breaks rationality and brings forth their baser needs.To hunt. To take.Morals and humanity have no place in this game, one they’ll win at all costs.A hunter never apologizes. A man claims his woman without guilt or care for the consequences.And in this dark obsession, these demons will own your soul... -
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![Dark Knight by Helen Scott, Zoey Shelby]()
Dark Knight by Helen Scott, Zoey Shelby
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsI escaped from a cult only to be captured by the mafia…The last thing I expect after being kidnapped is to find out they aren’t even planning on keeping me. I'm going to be auctioned off.Apparently, natural blondes are a big seller.Too bad someone else bought me before the auction could even take place. The amount of money they must have spent on me makes me sick to think about... -
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Six by Evie Rae, Poppy Flynn
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsA Dark 'Why Choose' Romance Inspired by "Peter Pan & The Lost Boys"First there were Five. Now they are Six.BeckThe sun has dawned on a new day and after a grim fight with a notorious serial child killer, the future looks bright. Even for me.But not everything is as it seems. The man killed in that brutal struggle? He’s not the man I remember as my kidnapper... -
![Wicked Deceit by Aly Beck]()
Wicked Deceit by Aly Beck
My enemy is The Apocalypse Society: Three brothers, a hidden agenda, distorted masks, and minions who do their dirty work.They tried to kill the rabbit.They injured two of the men I love.They thought they could cut me down.Not only my life, but the lives of my four men, are now in danger.Time is running out. The rabbit is almost in their trap. The next time they may succeed in killing me...Categorized as:
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![Nirvana In Neon by M.J Knight]()
Nirvana In Neon by M.J Knight
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWe did it. Our enemies are just bad memories. Or so we thought. Can you ever really be safe from enemies when you and the men you love run the largest crime syndicate in the South? We were celebrating. Preparing. Our life was finally on track. Now new enemies come from the North. They think us weak… Little do they know I’m more bloodthirsty than ever... -
![Under the Cover of Darkness by Emma Luna]()
Under the Cover of Darkness by Emma Luna
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsADDY I thought the suffocating loneliness of the last two year were bad, but then I was sent to Lakeridge Psychiatric Facility.On the outside it’s disguised as helpful brochures and friendly doctors who have vowed to help, but the real truth is just below the surface, lurking in the shadows, and haunting my dreams.At night he comes—taunting and abusing me... -
![Reclaim by Jenna Daring, Belle Harper]()
Reclaim by Jenna Daring, Belle Harper
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsI’m being forced to marry a monster—a man who kills not only because he has to, but because he enjoys the hunt. No one can save me—not even my best friend, Emilio. What’s a girl to do but run away? Only when I try, my bodyguard finds me and returns me home. Even Arrow can’t help... -
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Savage Princess by Jennilynn Wyer
One strong-willed woman set on revenge.Three childhood friends who are now her enemies.Get ready for Alexandria to create chaos.My name is Alexandria Donatella McCarthy, daughter of the don of the Rossi syndicate. Abused. Neglected. Underestimated. I’m about to unleash hell on this town...Categorized as:
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![Poisoned Throne by Nikita.]()
Poisoned Throne by Nikita.
Like many little girls, I too used to dream of fairytales.Until that illusion was shattered, and I saw firsthand just how cruel life could be.Now I just wished my nightmare would end.The life I knew ceased to exist as I suffered at the hands of my stepmother, who hated me... -
![The Zodiac Queen: Season Two by Gemma James]()
The Zodiac Queen: Season Two by Gemma James
Rated: 3.64 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsUSA Today bestselling author Gemma James brings you season two of the Zodiac Queen, a unique and steamy tale of a young queen caught between twelve signs. Intended for mature readers who enjoy dark and explicit themes. Reader discretion is advised.Twelve men, a virgin queen, one arranged marriage…Cancer: Vance Morgan—a kinky doctor with an exhibitionist streak... -
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Vengeance of The Fallen by Dani René
Rated: 3.55 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsUSA Today Bestselling Author, Dani René, brings you a brand new dark and steamy reverse harem romance which is part of the Twisted Legends Collection! A new persona. A new life. But none of that would save me from them.The Fallen are ruthless, demanding, and vicious, and they want me. I thought I could hide from my past, but they know who I am, what I am. They want vengeance... -
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![Gluttony by Kira Roman]()
Gluttony by Kira Roman
Rated: 3.48 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsGrowing up with Grams was like a dream. She was kind and patient. She took the time to raise me right. All of my best memories are with her. Sadly for Grams, there was nothing she could do about the storm growing inside of me.I spent a lot of time running through the woods behind our home. Watching, studying. Waiting... -
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Scarlett by Cinder Blaze
No one wishes to know my name.I’m the unclaimed Omega of one of the strongest mafia empires Chicago has ever dealt with.To the world, I’m but a shadow. A secret. The final chess piece that’s ready to checkmate anyone who dares to mess with me and the few unclaimed Omegas I protect.At least, until my Alpha, Alfonso Russo Jr, betrays me... -
![Vicious Fae by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti]()
Vicious Fae by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti
Elise continues her hunt for the King who killed her brother while trying not to fall for the vicious boys she suspects. As her investigation deepens, she seems to be closing in on some answers. And with a surprise trip to Zodiac Academy, she finds more there than she expects... This is the third installment of Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac...Categorized as:
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![Caged Wolf by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti]()
Caged Wolf by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti
What do you do when the guy you’ve loved since you were fourteen is sent to the most dangerous prison in Solaria for saving your life?Okay, so maybe he doesn’t love me back. And maybe getting sent down would seem insane to some, but I’m Rosalie Oscura, champion underground cage-fighter and alpha werewolf from the infamous Oscura Clan...Categorized as:
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![Alpha Wolf by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti]()
Alpha Wolf by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti
I came here with a single goal in mind.An aim.A purpose.I will break out of Darkmore Penitentiary.But I was a fool to think that it would be so simple.And now with more and more Fae relying on me to get them out of this slice of hell, I find myself unable to do a damn thing.Mason Cain stabbed me in the back and left me to rot in the dark... -
![Savage Fae by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti]()
Savage Fae by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti
There's more to my brother's murder than I realised... Shadows in the halls, mysteries lurking around every corner. Whoever killed him is covering their tracks well. And now I'm walking a dangerous line between getting close to the four kings for information and wanting to crawl deeper under their skin for my own desires. I can't trust anyone. I can't let my guard down...Categorized as:
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![Devils' Day Party by C.M. Stunich]()
Devils' Day Party by C.M. Stunich
I crashed my shitty yellow VW Beetle into Calix’s Aston Martin. To be fair, he deserved it. But Calix and his friends, Barron and Raz, they don’t see it that way. Not that it matters. They’ve bullied me for years, and I’ve never known why. At least today, they have something real to be pissed about. All of which would be fine, if today was a normal day. But it’s not. It’s far from normal...Categorized as:
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![Allison and the Torrid Tea Party by C.M. Stunich]()
Allison and the Torrid Tea Party by C.M. Stunich
Holy fucking hearts. Did you just read that?! If you did, I need your advice. I met fallen angel princes; I met a Savage Duke; I met a Cheshire Cat. And remember—how could you possibly forget—I'm the fabled Alice from the prophecy. Just a twisted, dark version of the girl in Lewis Carroll's old books. Except in those books, there was a happy ending...Categorized as:
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![Four Psychos by Kristy Cunning]()
Four Psychos by Kristy Cunning
I'm not so different from most people. Like everyone else, I have life goals. Goal #1: Become a real girl instead of this invisible ghost thing I currently am. Goal #2: Convince the four men I've been haunting for the past five years to pick me to be their new toy after goal one is complete...Categorized as:
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![Foxy Tales by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti]()
Foxy Tales by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti
Take a walk into the dark,Feast on the minds of men,A path well trodden,Can bring great joy again.100% of the royalties from the ebook and digitally signed, beautifully designed paperback will be donated to The Fox Project - a British wildlife charity which is close to our hearts and do wonderful work for countless animals in need of their love and care...Categorized as:
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![Her Rabid Beasts by E.P. Bali]()
Her Rabid Beasts by E.P. Bali
I escaped my Council-ordered execution by the skin of my beak, only to be faced with an even worse situation. My father, the King of Serpent Court, will try to get to me by any nefarious means possible, including hurting my friends. Meanwhile, the mere presence of the five mates I’ve rejected torments me at every turn. Savage, the unhinged wolf who now seems besotted with me...Categorized as:
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![Blood Moon (Noc City- Book Two) by Penn Cassidy]()
Blood Moon (Noc City- Book Two) by Penn Cassidy
Rated: 4.54 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsI've been beaten...I've been humiliated...I've been shackled...I've peered behind the masks and uncovered a world of secrets and evil I never knew existed, and now it's time to choose my side. These men are ruthless, powerful leaders who have seen things I could only dream of. They're cunning, sinister and too alluring for their own good... -
![On The Edge by K.G. Reuss]()
On The Edge by K.G. Reuss
It’s not the fall that hurts. It’s the sudden stop.I shouldn’t be attending funerals for those I love, and I shouldn’t be wondering if I’m next.This new world is crueler than the last. With my horsemen slowly slipping away, I’m left with a numbness I’m not sure how to navigate.Those I’m warned to keep my distance from keep dragging me closer as I struggle to breathe in this nightmare I’m living... -
![Watercolour Smile by Jane Washington]()
Watercolour Smile by Jane Washington
“Maybe I was stupid to have agreed to this, but when all of the options that you have in life are dangerous ones, you can only choose to do something reckless, or turn a blind eye and allow the cards to fall as they may… and I was sick of being blind... -
![The Masks and The Dancer by Bea Paige]()
The Masks and The Dancer by Bea Paige
The MasksZero, Nought, Nothing.We stole her away. We took her name, her identity… her life.She was our revenge. An eye for an eye.Only she became more than that.She fought against our darkest desires.She shone a light on our pitch black souls.She became our mirror.She made us see.And what do monsters do when they stare at their reflection?They break the fu*king glass...Categorized as:
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![Blood Bonds by Stephanie Hudson]()
Blood Bonds by Stephanie Hudson
Hello, my name is Vanessa. No, I don’t have a drinking problem and nor is this my opening line for an AA meeting.No, what I did do though was witness a murder.A very gruesome murder.A mafia murder.Because clearly, I don’t do things by halves.Which means I am now being hunted...Categorized as:
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