Every Shade of Want Series by Savannah LeRoux

When a fearless community activist and a battle-scarred street legend find themselves on opposite sides of a growing neighborhood crisis, sparks fly—and not the kind either of them can afford to follow.Imani Reyes has spent her life fighting for change from podiums, petitions, and peaceful protests. She believes in justice, in truth, and in using her voice to protect the people of East Delridge... moreWhen a fearless community activist and a battle-scarred street legend find themselves on opposite sides of a growing neighborhood crisis, sparks fly—and not the kind either of them can afford to follow.Imani Reyes has spent her life fighting for change from podiums, petitions, and peaceful protests. She believes in justice, in truth, and in using her voice to protect the people of East Delridge. What she doesn’t believe in? Dante Cross—the man with a reputation for walking the line between power and peril.Dante doesn’t care about being liked. His loyalty runs deep, and he’s willing to make hard choices to keep his crew—and his city—from crumbling. But when Imani storms into his world with fire in her eyes and a heart that refuses to bend, everything he thought he knew about love, loyalty, and survival starts to fracture.Their chemistry is undeniable. Their ideologies? Unforgiving. And when betrayal, violence, and buried secrets threaten to rip their world apart, Imani and Dante must decide if love is worth the risk—or if walking away is the only way to stay standing.Can two people on opposite sides of the fight find a way to stand together… before the crossfire consumes them both? less

Raye Lynn’s voice was always her freedom—until success turned it into a cage. As a breakout R&B star on the edge of global fame, she finds herself torn between two men who shaped her sound and stole pieces of her heart.Marcus, her smooth-talking producer, knows how to build an empire—and wants Raye to be its queen. He offers her power, prestige, and a future carved from precision. But behind the spotlight lies control, expectation, and a love that tightens around her like velvet rope... moreRaye Lynn’s voice was always her freedom—until success turned it into a cage. As a breakout R&B star on the edge of global fame, she finds herself torn between two men who shaped her sound and stole pieces of her heart.Marcus, her smooth-talking producer, knows how to build an empire—and wants Raye to be its queen. He offers her power, prestige, and a future carved from precision. But behind the spotlight lies control, expectation, and a love that tightens around her like velvet rope.Then there’s Nico—the gritty DJ who saw her before the fame, who pulled raw music from her soul in late-night studio sessions and never asked her to be anything but real. Their chemistry burns hot, their history deeper than any track they've laid. But Nico isn’t just part of her past… he might be the only part that feels like home.As the music industry’s pressures close in, and the lines between passion and performance blur, Raye must face the most personal decision of follow the life built for her, or reclaim the one that was lost to the noise.When the music stops… who will still be there, holding her rhythm? less

In the ruthless world of luxury real estate, power is currency—and secrets are worth even more. Sienna Clarke, a rising junior architect, never expected her bold ideas to land her a place on Manhattan’s most ambitious skyscraper project. But working under Damon Rourke—the enigmatic billionaire known as much for his dominance in the boardroom as his control over every detail—comes with its own blueprint of temptation.Damon doesn’t make mistakes. Until her... moreIn the ruthless world of luxury real estate, power is currency—and secrets are worth even more. Sienna Clarke, a rising junior architect, never expected her bold ideas to land her a place on Manhattan’s most ambitious skyscraper project. But working under Damon Rourke—the enigmatic billionaire known as much for his dominance in the boardroom as his control over every detail—comes with its own blueprint of temptation.Damon doesn’t make mistakes. Until her.She’s smart, driven, and dangerously close to uncovering the scandal that could bring his empire crashing down. He should shut her out. Silence her curiosity. But Sienna sparks something he hasn’t felt in years—a desire to trust, to lose control, to fall.As passion threatens to consume them and betrayal shadows every corner of their high-stakes world, Damon and Sienna must decide what they’re willing to risk.Because when secrets collide with obsession, love isn’t built—it’s fought for.Can two people bound by ambition and guarded hearts lay the foundation for something real… or will it all come crashing down? less

Jasira never meant to come back.Not after the blood, the betrayals, and the two brothers who tore her in half. But when her mother’s health brings her back to the city, she finds herself caught in a familiar fire—Malik, the ruthless older brother who once burned her alive with his touch, and Kyren, the quiet protector who loved her without asking for anything in return.Once, they ruled the streets together. Now, they’re divided by years of pain, secrets, and unfinished love... moreJasira never meant to come back.Not after the blood, the betrayals, and the two brothers who tore her in half. But when her mother’s health brings her back to the city, she finds herself caught in a familiar fire—Malik, the ruthless older brother who once burned her alive with his touch, and Kyren, the quiet protector who loved her without asking for anything in return.Once, they ruled the streets together. Now, they’re divided by years of pain, secrets, and unfinished love. And Jasira is the spark in the middle of their war.As danger brews around them—enemies circling, power shifting, memories resurfacing—she must face the truth neither man is ready to say out that love doesn’t always come clean. And sometimes, choosing yourself means breaking every rule you once lived by.Torn between two impossible pasts, Jasira will have to decide if she’s willing to rebuild something new... or let it all burn for good.Can a woman forged by fire survive the heat of two men who never let her go? less

Ten years ago, Savannah walked away from the only man she ever truly loved—chasing a dream that took her far from home, and even further from her heart. Now, burned out and broken from a life that never quite fit, she’s returned to her hometown to rebuild the pieces of who she used to be. But the small town hasn’t changed… and neither has Eli Hart... moreTen years ago, Savannah walked away from the only man she ever truly loved—chasing a dream that took her far from home, and even further from her heart. Now, burned out and broken from a life that never quite fit, she’s returned to her hometown to rebuild the pieces of who she used to be. But the small town hasn’t changed… and neither has Eli Hart.Except Eli’s no longer the boy with a guitar and a reckless grin—he’s a man, one with roots, responsibilities, and the kind of smoldering stare that still makes Savannah forget her own name.Their reunion crackles with unresolved heat and sharp-edged history. What begins as tension-filled run-ins and accidental porch repairs quickly becomes something far deeper—and far more dangerous to her carefully rebuilt walls.But second chances don’t come easy. The past still simmers between them. So do the words left unsaid—and the heartbreak never quite healed.As sparks reignite and old feelings resurface, Savannah has to is she brave enough to stop running, or will history repeat itself before love gets its second chance to take root?Can two hearts, once broken by ambition and fear, finally choose each other for good? less

When carefree real estate investor Cade Rivers is named guardian to his late sister’s young daughter, his world is turned upside down. Unprepared, overwhelmed, and grieving, Cade finds himself in a quiet suburb with nothing but questions—and a toddler who needs more than he knows how to give.Enter Sienna single mom, daycare owner, and a woman who’s worked hard to build a peaceful life for herself and her son. When Cade moves in next door, their first encounter is anything but warm... moreWhen carefree real estate investor Cade Rivers is named guardian to his late sister’s young daughter, his world is turned upside down. Unprepared, overwhelmed, and grieving, Cade finds himself in a quiet suburb with nothing but questions—and a toddler who needs more than he knows how to give.Enter Sienna single mom, daycare owner, and a woman who’s worked hard to build a peaceful life for herself and her son. When Cade moves in next door, their first encounter is anything but warm. Sparks fly, boundaries clash, and their lives become undeniably entangled.But as the days unfold and routines blur, Cade begins to see more than structure in Sienna—he sees hope. And Sienna, despite her reservations, can’t ignore the tenderness beneath Cade’s rough edges. Trust grows where hurt once lived. Connection blooms where control once ruled. But love, especially the kind that redefines family, doesn’t come without risk.Can a man with no parenting playbook become the father—and partner—he never imagined he could be?Or will fear and doubt keep him from claiming the home he never knew he needed?Sometimes family isn’t what you’re born into—it’s what you fight to build. less

Elijah Westbrook was born into the pulpit, a pastor’s son molded by legacy and duty. When his father dies, he returns home to lead the congregation he was never quite sure he believed in—until Rae Jamison walks through the sanctuary doors. Bold. Rebellious. And the daughter of his father's fiercest rival.Rae never planned on coming back. Not to the town that branded her too wild, and definitely not to the church that once made her feel like a sin waiting to happen... moreElijah Westbrook was born into the pulpit, a pastor’s son molded by legacy and duty. When his father dies, he returns home to lead the congregation he was never quite sure he believed in—until Rae Jamison walks through the sanctuary doors. Bold. Rebellious. And the daughter of his father's fiercest rival.Rae never planned on coming back. Not to the town that branded her too wild, and definitely not to the church that once made her feel like a sin waiting to happen. But when she sees Elijah again—no longer the golden boy, but a man wrestling with his faith and his fire—something shifts.As tension simmers between them, whispers begin to swirl. One is bound by the weight of his father’s name. The other refuses to be caged by hers. In the place where they were both taught love must follow rules, they find themselves drawn to a connection that defies every one.But in a town built on judgment, choosing each other could mean losing everything.Will they walk away from everything they’ve ever known… or finally set themselves free in the flames? less

Twelve years ago, Ava Carlisle left Magnolia Grove in search of everything the quiet Southern town couldn’t offer—success, independence, and a life free of the fears she refused to face. Now a high-powered attorney, she returns only out of necessity, to care for the aunt who raised her… and to keep her distance from the man she left behind without a word.Luke Turner never forgot Ava. Not the girl who once dreamed beside him on warm summer nights... moreTwelve years ago, Ava Carlisle left Magnolia Grove in search of everything the quiet Southern town couldn’t offer—success, independence, and a life free of the fears she refused to face. Now a high-powered attorney, she returns only out of necessity, to care for the aunt who raised her… and to keep her distance from the man she left behind without a word.Luke Turner never forgot Ava. Not the girl who once dreamed beside him on warm summer nights. Not the woman who vanished and took something of him with her. Now she’s back—and so are the memories. And the hurt. And the heat.Thrown together by a town renovation project and the whispers of old wounds, Ava and Luke must confront what was left unsaid. The tension simmers. The attraction never died. But second chances aren’t handed out—they’re built from the ground up. One truth. One risk. One choice at a time.Is Ava ready to stop running and finally face the life—and the love—she once walked away from?Or will history repeat itself… before the foundation is even set? less

When travel writer Harper Jean returns to her snowy hometown for the holidays, she’s only planning to stay long enough to fake a little cheer, drink her mom’s famous cinnamon tea, and escape before the ghosts of her past catch up. But fate—or maybe just a perfectly inconvenient snowstorm—has other plans... moreWhen travel writer Harper Jean returns to her snowy hometown for the holidays, she’s only planning to stay long enough to fake a little cheer, drink her mom’s famous cinnamon tea, and escape before the ghosts of her past catch up. But fate—or maybe just a perfectly inconvenient snowstorm—has other plans.Trapped in a cozy cabin with Beck Lane, her ex’s cousin and the boy who once watched her from the edges of every room, Harper finds herself face-to-face with the kind of man who doesn’t just flirt—he sees. Beck has grown into someone confident, magnetic, and heartbreakingly honest. And he’s been waiting for a chance to prove he’s not just a memory in her rearview mirror.What starts as teasing turns into late-night confessions, firelight kisses, and a chemistry neither of them can keep pretending doesn’t exist. But Harper’s built her life on leaving, not staying—and Beck isn’t asking her to change. He’s just daring her to choose.One December. One snowbound connection. One impossible decision.Will Harper finally stop running long enough to see where she truly belongs? less

Rowan Ellis didn’t come to Silicon Valley looking for love—she came to build something real. As a fiercely talented tech consultant, she's prepared to navigate algorithms, investor calls, and sleepless nights. What she isn’t prepared for is the undeniable pull she feels toward both of her new bosses.Elias Kane is the calculating, commanding CEO of a high-stakes startup—a man who reads people like code and keeps his emotions locked behind bulletproof glass... moreRowan Ellis didn’t come to Silicon Valley looking for love—she came to build something real. As a fiercely talented tech consultant, she's prepared to navigate algorithms, investor calls, and sleepless nights. What she isn’t prepared for is the undeniable pull she feels toward both of her new bosses.Elias Kane is the calculating, commanding CEO of a high-stakes startup—a man who reads people like code and keeps his emotions locked behind bulletproof glass. Micah Durant, his best friend and co-founder, is his complete opposite—easygoing, magnetic, and quietly observant. Both men are brilliant. Both challenge her. And both want her.Caught in a spiral of late-night strategy sessions, smoldering glances, and impossible choices, Rowan finds herself breaking every personal rule she’s set. But when desire threatens to disrupt everything they’ve built professionally, all three must confront what they’re willing to risk—and what kind of future they can create together.Can ambition and desire coexist? Or will the fire between them burn their fragile trust to the ground? less

In the heart of 1920s Harlem, where smoke curls from jazz lounges and revolution stirs beneath velvet shadows, Lena Dupree sings not for applause—but to survive. A gifted voice caged by the expectations of others, she performs for a world that wants her polished and quiet. But Lena is done playing safe. She aches to be heard, raw and unfiltered, even if it costs her everything.Enter Malcolm Kingsley—a sharp-witted political organizer with fire in his veins and enemies at his heels... moreIn the heart of 1920s Harlem, where smoke curls from jazz lounges and revolution stirs beneath velvet shadows, Lena Dupree sings not for applause—but to survive. A gifted voice caged by the expectations of others, she performs for a world that wants her polished and quiet. But Lena is done playing safe. She aches to be heard, raw and unfiltered, even if it costs her everything.Enter Malcolm Kingsley—a sharp-witted political organizer with fire in his veins and enemies at his heels. Drawn to Lena’s voice and the power simmering beneath her silence, he pulls her into his world of hidden meetings and dangerous truths. Together, their chemistry becomes its own kind of music—aching, defiant, and impossible to ignore.But as protests erupt and the system closes in, choices must be made. Lena's voice could spark change—or destroy the fragile safety she’s fought to maintain. And Malcolm’s passion for justice may put him on a path where love is a luxury he can’t afford.Can two souls, born from struggle and rhythm, find harmony in each other? Or will the noise of the world drown them out before they have the chance to truly sing?When the city demands silence, will they risk everything to be heard? less

Ruth Delaney never expected to inherit a crumbling homestead in the dry heart of Dust Creek, Texas. But with nothing left in the city and everything to prove, she digs her boots into the land her late uncle left behind. Determined, stubborn, and fiercely independent, Ruth has no intention of relying on anyone—especially not a brooding cowboy with a mysterious past... moreRuth Delaney never expected to inherit a crumbling homestead in the dry heart of Dust Creek, Texas. But with nothing left in the city and everything to prove, she digs her boots into the land her late uncle left behind. Determined, stubborn, and fiercely independent, Ruth has no intention of relying on anyone—especially not a brooding cowboy with a mysterious past.Colt Avery arrives without history, without promises, and with just enough quiet strength to rattle the walls Ruth has spent years building. As whispers of danger rise and the threat of sabotage turns real, trust becomes the only currency worth holding. But when Colt’s secrets brush up against Ruth’s fragile claim to stability, the lines between safety and surrender begin to blur.Between the slow-burn glances, the aching tension, and the sharp edge of survival, two hearts must choose whether to risk it all—for the land, for each other, and for a future neither dared to dream.Can love take root in the dust, or will the past burn down what they’ve only just begun to build? less