Empire Series by Nicole Hite, Kruse Images and Photography, Brennan Szumowski, Manny Harvey

Trying to recover from a traumatic breakup, Sam Reddington was ready to move on with her life. Seeking comfort from her closest male friend, Big Mike, she decides a night of debauchery is the perfect remedy to get over her ex Cory. What she didn’t expect was to see her sexy Irish one night stand, Declan Flannery, again. Her latest assignment for Empire Magazine forces her to confront Declan up close and personal... moreTrying to recover from a traumatic breakup, Sam Reddington was ready to move on with her life. Seeking comfort from her closest male friend, Big Mike, she decides a night of debauchery is the perfect remedy to get over her ex Cory. What she didn’t expect was to see her sexy Irish one night stand, Declan Flannery, again. Her latest assignment for Empire Magazine forces her to confront Declan up close and personal. But is that really a bad thing? Leary of his behavior, Sam pushes his mysterious behavior aside. When feelings start to get in the way, Sam is determined to find out what Declan is hiding from her. The last thing she wanted and needed was another Cory Banks in her life. Is she ready for the story of her life or is Declan the lucky charm she’s been missing all a long? Find out if Sam gets #Lucky. less

As Editor in Chief of Empire Magazine, Vivienne Harper is the heart of the publication. Her no-nonsense attitude for quality work may even label her as a bitch by some.  As a child growing up with three other siblings, Viv was no stranger to clawing and scratching her way to the top in order to receive the recognition she deserved. As she grew older, it would take a bulldozer to knock her off her game. That is, until CEO Luca Manning appeared in her office one day... moreAs Editor in Chief of Empire Magazine, Vivienne Harper is the heart of the publication. Her no-nonsense attitude for quality work may even label her as a bitch by some.  As a child growing up with three other siblings, Viv was no stranger to clawing and scratching her way to the top in order to receive the recognition she deserved. As she grew older, it would take a bulldozer to knock her off her game. That is, until CEO Luca Manning appeared in her office one day.   Questioning whether Luca’s visit from parent company, Airlon, is under false pretenses, Vivienne is naturally skeptical of his surprise visit. Luca’s present goals seem to have little to do with work and everything to do with clouding Vivienne’s judgment. Will Vivienne be able to resist Luca’s charm, or will she give in to his aggressive needs? Perhaps letting the boss take care of business isn't such a bad thing after all. Will Luca show her who the read #BOSS is? less