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Four Tricks (Hidden Empire) by Elizabeth Knight
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 22 ratingsI took some hard hits, but now it’s time to strike back. Marco Tesoro wanted a fight, and a fight is what he’s gonna get. The guy just doesn’t know when to stop. First he sent hitmen after me. Now he blew up my mother f-ing house. No one gets to pull that kind of shit and live—a fact he’ll be finding out soon enough... -
Married to the Beasts by Stephanie Brother
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThree rock gods. One accidental Vegas marriage. Zero chance I make it out with my heart intact. New Year’s Eve in Sin City was supposed to be fun. Champagne, music, maybe a little bad decision-making. But waking up in a luxury suite—naked—with three of rock’s biggest heartbreakers wasn’t part of the plan...Categorized as:
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Fighting Fate by S.M. Olivier
Before fate found me, I was alone, lost, and struggling to find my path. Love was something I thought I’d never find. Family wasn’t something I thought I’d never have. Now that it’s all before me, unfolding and leading me forward, I would do everything in my power to keep what fate has given me. Walking this path has its roadblocks, mostly from people who want to throw me off... -
Dirty Dancer by Heather Long
We were…. The abandoned. The abused. The lost. The survivors. Now we’re a family, and we’re going to stay that way. We won the war, we came out stronger on the other side. But some wounds take a long time to heal. Others may never fully vanish, but scar tissue can form and knit the injuries closed. Building a life together means changes, and sacrifices. It means taking risks...Categorized as:
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The Cardinal Bird by Mia Smantz
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 37 ratingsCallie Jensen has always been a little bit different. She was made fun of for being a math-whiz in school up until she was kidnapped. Growing up in the crime world from a young age, she was turned into a language savant and a hacker-expert. She tried to do what she was told and keep her head down. .. but. .. that was easier said than done. Trouble seems to follow her like it's her middle name... -
Finding Fate by S.M. Olivier
My name is Peyton, and I have a charmed life. I live in a beautiful mansion on top of a hill and want for nothing. My father’s successful, and my mother’s devoted to seeing me and my siblings succeed… Oh, wait…that’s not my life at all. That’s my half-sister’s life. Until recently, I had no family, aside from my mom and dad... -
Fallen Crest Alternative Version by Tijan
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 36 ratingsThis book was originally written to be the sequel to Fallen Crest High. It was scrapped and not used. Fallen Crest Family was written instead as the number two book in the Fallen Crest Series. However; this version was posted on the author's page for free reading as a thank you to her readers. After reading what she posted, enough fans requested this story to be published so here it is...Categorized as:
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Vendetta by Eve Newton
Rival syndicates have laid siege to our walls, bribed half the porters, and trained rifles on every stained-glass window. The Sanctuary Statute still holds—and my Court, now owns every staircase. So we weaponise the curriculum. The enemy has been granted “diplomatic access” to the Garden Party, certain that British decorum will keep the croquet lawn blood-free...Categorized as:
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More Tricks by Elizabeth Knight
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsWith the Mad Dogs put down, now it’s time to go for my longest running rival—the De León Cartel. The Mad Dogs are six feet under, but the monster itself isn’t dead, just wounded. One down, two to go and they only get tougher. Diego De León and I have never been friends—always looking for ways to take each other out. Now I have my excuse to blow his shit up... -
Pack Power Play by Melissa Huxley
If life ran as smoothly as the engines she loved, Alexis would have a much easier time being an omega. But her life is misfiring, and all she can do is try to make the best of it. Disguised as a beta to avoid judgement over her life choices and typically masculine career aspirations, she’s living life on suppressants...Categorized as:
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Trailer Park Princess by Nikki Lark
She made a promise they won’t let her forget. Four years ago, Ellie Riggs left her best friends behind for a mansion and a supposed life of privilege as a politician’s daughter. Now, she needs someone dead and they’re the monsters who can make it happen. But that help comes at a price. These four masked psychos aren’t the damaged boys Ellie grew up with in the trailer park... -
Evil Spirited by C.M. Wondrak
The Black Hand. The group of criminals I'd returned to Cypress to destroy, only. .. things are so much more complicated than I ever knew. I used to have a plan: kill them all. I used to not care who got caught in the crossfire of my vengeance, but then I realized something. That's not who I am. I don't take pleasure in killing. I kill only when it needs to be done. It is a job, nothing more... -
Daughter of Deception by Ruby Vincent
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsOur enemies are everywhere…. …and we can’t see them. The Brotherhood has us in their sights. In their scope. The attacks are coming from everywhere and nowhere from a seemingly invisible enemy. But they won’t be invisible for long. When we discover how the Brotherhood manages to stay five steps ahead, it’s up to me to find and stop the traitor...Categorized as:
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Riot Kings by Ruby Vincent
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsRiot Kings description will be published closer to the release date to prevent spoilers. Here is Ruckus Royale's description:. The town of Bedlam was born of rioters, revolt, pain, and murder. Over a hundred years later, nothing has changed. A shadow clings to our lives. Stalking, watching, waiting, taunting, and killing. And when it struck, I wasn’t ready. I have to play their game now... -
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Dangerous Lies by Kris Butler
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsLying to yourself was the most dangerous game of all. I’d once thought the only thing that mattered was the truth. But perhaps I’d been naive. Learning to navigate life with my eyes open, I’d found things weren’t as they seemed. The good guy didn’t always get the girl, the right thing wasn’t always easy to spot, and the bad guy wasn’t always the villain. Life was more about perception than truth... -
Walker by LeAnn Ashers
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSUMMER. All it took was one night for my past and my present to collide headfirst. Consumed by work, I was letting life pass me by. I had reached a point where I found myself merely existing, so I decided to go out and have some fun with my friend, Lynn. That night brought me face to face with the two men that would become my everything—Walker and Darren...Categorized as:
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Second Chances with my Billionaire Bosses: A Military Reverse Harem Romance by Summer Haze
They kissed me like they owned me. Then they vanished. Now my three ex-military cowboys are back—rich, possessive, and ready to claim what’s theirs. I spent ten years convincing myself they never meant anything. That one stolen night was just a reckless mistake. But now Rhett, Arlo, and Shep are back—older, richer, and dangerously determined. They don’t just want an apology. They want me... -
PUCKING HUGE by Stephanie Brother, Kasmit Covers
My stepbrothers are known for three their speed on the ice, their skill with a puck, and the size of their. .. ‘sticks. ’. The Drayton triplets are the hottest players in college hockey, and every girl at Eastern U wants a taste. Not me. I knew them back when they were just three angry, rebellious boys with something to prove...Categorized as:
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Healed by Them by Serena Akeroyd
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsThis Reverse Harem Romance is a five part series. Be prepared for weekly releases of this red hot read! KURT. Kurt’s an author. Okay, so that’s a slight understatement. He’s a 'prize-winning' author. His last book did A-okay and the world is making out he’s the next Aldous Huxley--bada bing bada boom. Still, fame has never been his end goal... -
Protected by Them by Serena Akeroyd
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsANDREI. Andrei is a quantitative analyst. Yeah, he knows it’s a mouthful. Basically, he’s a deep math guy. One of those SOBs who studies the stock markets on the hunt for gold. One difference between him and the rest? Andrei’s better than good. He’s the best... -
Bossed by Three Billionaire Brothers by K.C. Crowne
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsME: "I don’t want drama in my life. ". ALSO ME: "A four-person polygamy with my best friend’s dad and his twin bros? Why yes! !! ". It started when my best friend proposed a Summer nanny gig with the Bradshaw trio. Three silver fox billionaire brothers living in the luxurious French Riviera. I've learned to equate men to heartache and pain...Categorized as:
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Blood in the Water by R.E. May
First, he adorned me in diamonds. Then, he killed my father. Now, I’ll make him pay. I’ve waited my whole life for Maximiliano Volpe to propose. But on my twenty-first birthday, his sparkling gift offers no such promise — probably because he’s been too busy preparing the ultimate betrayal. What’s a mafia princess to do? Take revenge, of course...Categorized as:
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Bonfires and Blowjobs by Elle Thorpe
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Eight Bikers' Heir by Nicole Casey
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsA biker gang wants me to have their baby? This must be some wild joke. It all started with a flirty chat with Kai, the leader of the Iron Serpents MC. One wild night led to something I never saw coming: I was pregnant. I thought I’d be raising my child alone, but the gang makes a shocking offer: they need an heir, and they promise to support me throughout my pregnancy... -
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Motorcycle Daddies by Liz Archer
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsI have a debt to pay. The price? My innocence. The buyers? Three bossy silver fox bikers…. My momma died when I was young, and as for my dad… well, I’d be better off without him. But now that he owes the Bratva, they kidnap me and say I have to pay Daddy’s debts with my freaking V-card. I don’t have much hope left… not until I meet three of the highest bidders at my auction...Categorized as:
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Wreak Havoc by Eva Ashwood
I thought I knew who my enemies were, and who I could trust. I was so fucking wrong. With vengeance burning like fire in my blood, I convinced myself it didn’t matter who I hurt as long as I made the Black Roses pay for my dad’s death. But my father is alive. And now Gavin wants me dead. Trust is in short supply. A target has been painted on my back. My heart is a tangled mess... -
Play Rough by Eva Ashwood
Play Rough is the thrilling second installment in the Black Rose Kisses series. Note: The blurb below contains spoilers for the first book, so I'd highly recommend not reading it until you've finished reading book one, Fight Dirty. Cool? Cool. ***. Vengeance is coming. And she’s a cold-blooded bitch. I can still hear the gunshot. Still see the blank look on Sloan’s face as he pulled the trigger... -
Symphony of Sorrow by Ava Summers
My husband is rich, hot, and the heir to the powerful Di Rossi crime family. I hate his guts. After my stepmother sold me like a prize cow, I ran away before the ink had even dried on the marriage certificate. One year later, I'm dragged back to the marital home and locked in a gilded cage... -
Mangled Minds by B.C. Morgan
My second year at the prestigious Harkwright Academy is about to begin. Within these walls I've faced many challenges and I can't help but wonder: can I survive this, and still be the same girl I was when I began? This year I have even more trials to face; from attending the retreat after being claimed by Aeron, to seeing the infamous Harkwright Prince, with no more disguises in place... -
The Trouble With Luck by Sinclair Kelly, Letty Frame
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFour best friends on spring break in Chicago on St. Patty’s Day… What could possibly go wrong? ! Lennon, Harper, Skyler, and Bristol have been inseparable the past four years while studying at NIU. With graduation right around the corner, they plan an epic spring break getaway to make new, lasting memories that will get them through the uncertainty that lies ahead...Categorized as:
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The Heartbreakers by Melissa Adams
“𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙮 𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙮 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝘿𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙡𝙨, 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮’𝙧𝙚 𝙗𝙖𝙙 𝙣𝙚𝙬𝙨. 𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙗𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣. “. The rival 𝘴𝘬𝘺𝘥𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘮𝘴- the 𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹𝘀 and the 𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗹𝘀 - have been at each other’s throats since the Devils came to 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘳 𝘊𝘰𝘷𝘦...Categorized as:
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Trip by Sinclair Kelly
Our lives are full of more twists and turns than a roller coaster, and my stomach isn’t a fan. Or maybe that has more to do with the fact that this serial killer now has a strong aversion to blood. Trust me, I see the irony. With more questions than answers, we find ourselves at an impasse... -
UNLoved by Jaxson Kidman
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsI was the dirty, poor girl …. … now I don’t have a care in the world. The ‘new girl’ vibe is wearing off, finally. I’m settling into BFH and what I have over ‘the Rulz’ is going to make them look stupid. I agree on a date with each of them. One by one. Barr first. Then Kip. Finally, Pres. I’m setting them up in a way I never thought possible…. … until I end up getting too close... -
Why Choose the Bodyguards by Sylvie Haas
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsI'm single. I'm pregnant. I'm a virgin. For every cautionary statement, there’s a poor soul serving as the example. For instance, you can get knocked up the first time you have sex. I’m sure there are a lot of examples so let’s skip ahead. You can get pregnant without penetration. Seriously! I did. And no, I’m not lying. But I am on a mission... -
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Andrei by Serena Akeroyd
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsQuintessence: The Sequel PART TWO. In the stunning sequel to SAWYER, ANDREI, part two of the Quintessence sequel, finds our quintet in chaos as they deal with the aftermath of Devon's uncharacteristic behavior. With Andrei having to call on his grandfather for help, secrets are uncovered that may break or make this household of six. Find out what happens in ANDREI.Categorized as:
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Kurt by Serena Akeroyd
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsKurt's the calmest of the Quintessence bunch, but even he has a vengeful streak when it comes to protecting and defending those he loves. A trip to Moscow for Christmas and New Year's are side-lined when the real truth about Sascha's accident comes to life. Jungle justice comes at a price, leaving Kurt and Sascha uncertain if their soul can carry the burden... -
Sean by Serena Akeroyd
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSean is the serious one in his household of seven. The one who deals with murders on a daily basis, who keeps things in line, who handles the rough caress of life as the lines blur between their world and society. But he isn't perfect. And he's only human...Categorized as:
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A Wicked Education by Mika Lane
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA Student/Professor Reverse Harem Romance. They say I’m the hottest girl on campus, and my sexy professors are about to show me why I should choose them over the boys my age. I can have any guy on campus. One look and a smile are all it takes. Jocks, nerds, hippies…they all love me. But my professors have other ideas. They want to give me a wicked education…in lust...Categorized as:
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Room Twenty: Owning Their Angel by Ember Davis
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsHEATHER. My first mistake is forgetting my place. I let myself believe, as I give them my submission, that they will cherish it. But I am only a club angel. What I see in their eyes is lust, not a promise for the future. My second mistake is running, but when I see the positive test all I can feel is panic. I was always good at running. From my mistakes, from my past...Categorized as:
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Refusing Kendall by Brandy Slaven
Rated: 4.07 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsKendall and her quad are moving on to the next chapter of their life. They now face the demanding schedules of going to seperate colleges and the boys' new football stardom. When circumstances and doubt threaten the relationship the five of them have built, it will become Kendall's responsiblility to hold them together... -
The Shadows of Wildberry Lane: Completed Trilogy by M. Sinclair
The southern aristocracy brought together…. An underworld empire put at risk…. Six vicious men united… By one woman—Dahlia Aldridge. I had lived here most of my life in a blissful state of ignorance, surrounded by a loving family and the other residents of Wildberry Lane. Specifically, their sons - the heirs to some of the largest fortunes in the country...Categorized as:
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My Fearless Fugitives by Shona Knight
They broke out for me. Now the past is no longer our biggest threat… the future is. Wren. I thought escaping would be the hardest part, but the world outside those walls is more dangerous than I ever imagined. The men who once existed only in my letters are now the center of every heartbeat I have, fierce, loyal and terrifyingly devoted... -
Playing Defense by Julia Clarke
Scoring a coaching job with the Rebels was supposed to be a dream come true, a step toward achieving my goal of being the first female NFL head coach. But when three sexy-as-hell players blitzed their way into my life, I got distracted. I took my eye off the ball. And I’m at risk of losing it all, even the sport I love... -
Vicious by Eve Newton
The Sanctuary Statute has turned Cravenmoor from gothic university into a polished oubliette, and every heir inside is starving for power—or simply starving. I can feel the pressure rising under the stone. When an arsonist reduces our seventeenth-century library to ash, armed mercenaries ring the moat and BBC drones circle overhead like carrion...Categorized as:
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Saved by the Marines by Cathleen Cole, Frank Jensen
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsThey never should’ve been protecting me. Now, they’re my only hope…. As the daughter of a US Senator, my life was never going to be normal. I thought I’d finally escaped out from my father’s shadow, but he dragged me back kicking and screaming... -
Pack Baines by J.J. Dean
Welcome to North Five University, where second chances lead to bright futures. Juniper Baines is no stranger to running away. From her terrible childhood, her abusive parents, her designation, and her bleak future stuck under the thumb of a pack where love, care, and happiness didn’t exist...Categorized as:
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Secret Baby and the Bratva by Sylvie Haas
Rated: 3.86 of 5 stars · 7 ratingsI hid my pregnancy for 9 months, but my secret's out now! We all have that friend—the one who can convince us to do anything. The one who gets away with everything. I’m not that friend. I’m the friend who lets my bestie convince me to go to a sex club, relax my better judgment for one night, hook up with three guys, and end up pregnant... -
Protégé by B. Lybaek
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsEvery maze needs a monster. It took losing everything before I willingly entered the cold and unforgiving maze, all to be reunited with the love of my life—my cousin. Within the world of grueling training and extravagant galas, it’s becoming harder to know who the monster is...Categorized as:
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Squire by Sinclair Kelly
I have five men at my back. .. Until I don’t. The woman who was okay being alone has gotten used to warm beds and safe arms. Now that everything is once again cold, I’m ill equipped to handle what lies ahead. Facing evil is one thing. Recognizing it in a face that is unexpectedly familiar is another... -
TEAM PLAYERS by Stephanie Brother, Kasmit Designs
A standalone reverse harem romance in the bestselling Huge Series. .. I’ve always been told I’m a team player…now my foster brothers want to put me to the test. When I inherit a home from my long estranged father, it’s a dream come true. Pregnant and alone at nineteen, it’s just the break I need...
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