Wicked Sanctuary Series by Wren Fox

Claimed by the A Dark Mafia Reverse Harem Romance. Book One in the Wicked Sanctuary Series. Delilah "Lila" Vaughn has finally escaped the clutches of her obsessive, abusive husband—ruthless Russian mob boss Nikolai "Kolya" Mikhailov. Bruised but not broken, she crashes into the quiet coastal town of Yachats, Oregon… and into the lives of three dangerously protective ex-military men who run Wicked Sanctuary, a private security firm built to shield women like her... moreClaimed by the A Dark Mafia Reverse Harem Romance. Book One in the Wicked Sanctuary Series. Delilah "Lila" Vaughn has finally escaped the clutches of her obsessive, abusive husband—ruthless Russian mob boss Nikolai "Kolya" Mikhailov. Bruised but not broken, she crashes into the quiet coastal town of Yachats, Oregon… and into the lives of three dangerously protective ex-military men who run Wicked Sanctuary, a private security firm built to shield women like her. Ethan—the golden retriever in combat boots, a hacker with a soft heart and sharp skills. Bastian—the cold, calculating CEO who thrives on control but can’t resist the pull of one stubborn woman. Ryker—the unhinged wildcard with scars, tattoos, and a fierce need to protect what’s his. They don’t just offer Lila safety—they offer her something she never thought she’d find trust, desire, and maybe even a future. But Kolya doesn’t let go of what he believes he owns. And when he finds out Lila’s secret, he’ll stop at nothing to drag her back—dead or alive. As betrayal closes in and her past collides with her present, Lila must make an impossible run again, or stand her ground and fight for the love—and the freedom—she never believed she deserved. Claimed by the Damned is a steamy, suspenseful reverse harem romance featuring three possessive alpha males, a survivor with claws, a relentless mafia villain, and a hard-earned happily ever after. less

Guarded by the A Grumpy Bodyguard Romance. (Wicked Sanctuary Book 2). When danger strikes, the men of Wicked Sanctuary step from the shadows—deadly protectors who live by their own rules. But none of them expected to find a love that hits harder than any bullet. Charlotte "Charlie" Devereux, a rebellious heiress and expert art authenticator, is no stranger to trouble... moreGuarded by the A Grumpy Bodyguard Romance. (Wicked Sanctuary Book 2). When danger strikes, the men of Wicked Sanctuary step from the shadows—deadly protectors who live by their own rules. But none of them expected to find a love that hits harder than any bullet. Charlotte "Charlie" Devereux, a rebellious heiress and expert art authenticator, is no stranger to trouble. After exposing her father’s business partner, Malcolm Reed, for running a criminal smuggling operation through her family's company, Charlie becomes a target. Her father’s solution? Hire the grumpiest, most lethal man he can find. Kieran "Grim" O'Rourke doesn’t do small talk, attachments, or emotional entanglements. A former black ops specialist with a permanent scowl and a no-bullshit attitude, he’s used to keeping his distance. But Charlie challenges him at every turn—bold, stubborn, and completely unwilling to play the damsel. What starts as an explosive clash of wills quickly turns into something deeper as they unravel the full extent of Reed’s crimes—including a dark secret tied to the murder of Charlie’s mother years ago. With enemies closing in and secrets threatening to destroy them, Charlie and Grim will have to fight not only for survival—but for a love that neither of them saw coming. Guarded by the Ghost is a steamy, action-packed grumpy bodyguard romance featuring a sharp-tongued heroine, a brooding ex-soldier with a haunted past, and a high-stakes battle for justice—and for each other. Part of the Wicked Sanctuary series, but can be read as a complete standalone. less

Three dangerous secrets. Two deadly missions. One forbidden attraction that could destroy them all. Enemies to lovers. Forced proximity. Undercover identities. Forbidden attraction. Morally gray heroes. Triple POV. FBI behavioral analyst Nina Esposito is playing a deadly game. Seven months undercover as the girlfriend of Russian mob lieutenant Ivan Petrov has yielded critical intelligence—and unexpected feelings... moreThree dangerous secrets. Two deadly missions. One forbidden attraction that could destroy them all. Enemies to lovers. Forced proximity. Undercover identities. Forbidden attraction. Morally gray heroes. Triple POV. FBI behavioral analyst Nina Esposito is playing a deadly game. Seven months undercover as the girlfriend of Russian mob lieutenant Ivan Petrov has yielded critical intelligence—and unexpected feelings. Her mission to bring down crime boss Viktor Mikhailov isn't just about national security—it's justice for her murdered cousin. But the line between duty and desire blurs more each day. Ivan Petrov appears to be the perfect mob enforcer—cold, calculating, and utterly loyal. But beneath his ruthless façade lies a seven-year mission of vengeance for his murdered sister. He's methodically gathering evidence to destroy Viktor from within, while trying to ignore his growing attachment to the woman he believes is just his cover girlfriend. When Theo Mercer infiltrates Viktor's organization, the precarious balance shatters. The former Russian mob operative, now working for elite security firm Wicked Sanctuary, recognizes what others miss—two people living dangerous lies. As the three circle each other with suspicion and growing attraction, they realize a reluctant alliance may be their only chance of survival. • A corrupt FBI handler threatens to expose Nina's true identity. • Viktor's suspicions put all three in his deadly crosshairs. • Their forbidden attraction becomes impossible to deny. Forced into hiding together, the lines between enemies and lovers blur beyond recognition. In a game where trust is the ultimate currency and hearts the highest stakes, Nina, Ivan, and Theo must decide what they're willing to sacrifice for justice—and for each other. "Some secrets protect," Theo whispers against her skin. "But the ones we're keeping could destroy us all. ". As loyalties shift and desires ignite, three damaged souls must choose between vengeance and love. But in Viktor's world, the wrong choice means death—and their growing feelings for each other might be the deadliest trap of all. SAVED BY THE SINNER is book 3 in the Wicked Sanctuary series, but can be enjoyed as a complete standalone. This high-stakes romantic suspense features possessive alpha males, a strong female lead, a sizzling MFM romance, and a guaranteed HEA. Tropes you'll enemies-to-lovers, forced proximity, undercover identities, revenge plot, one-bed scenario, hurt/comfort, found family, and morally gray characters who will steal your heart. Each book in the Wicked Sanctuary Series features a different romance and can be read in any order. less

Someone's been watching her for twelve years. Now they're done waiting. Roxy Stone built a pop empire on secrets—the biggest being that Roxy Stone doesn't exist. She's Rebecca Blake, a foster kid who clawed her way out of nothing and buried her past so deep she almost forgot it herself. Until someone dug it up. When her backup dancer turns up dead, Roxy realizes the stalker who's been haunting her for years isn't just obsessed—they know exactly who she used to be... moreSomeone's been watching her for twelve years. Now they're done waiting. Roxy Stone built a pop empire on secrets—the biggest being that Roxy Stone doesn't exist. She's Rebecca Blake, a foster kid who clawed her way out of nothing and buried her past so deep she almost forgot it herself. Until someone dug it up. When her backup dancer turns up dead, Roxy realizes the stalker who's been haunting her for years isn't just obsessed—they know exactly who she used to be. And they want revenge for something she did when she was fourteen years old. Enter Micah Vale. Ex-CIA sniper. Wicked Sanctuary's most controlled operative. The man who's been watching her for weeks, waiting for the threat he knew was coming. Now he's her fake boyfriend, her bodyguard, and the only person standing between her and a killer who's been planning this moment for over a decade. But Micah has rules. Don't get attached. Don't let them in. Don't repeat past mistakes. Roxy breaks every single one. Trapped together in his apartment, playing lovers for the cameras while hunting a ghost, they discover the conspiracy runs deeper than either imagined—and the man who built her career has plans far darker than she ever knew. "Everyone who gets close to me ends up dead," she warns him. "Good thing I'm hard to kill. ". SHIELDED BY THE SHADOW is book 4 in the Wicked Sanctuary series but can be devoured as a complete standalone. This dark romantic suspense features a possessive alpha protector, a strong woman reclaiming her identity, sizzling dark romance with dom/sub dynamics, and a guaranteed HEA. Tropes you'll bodyguard romance, forced proximity, hidden identity, fake relationship, stalker romance, virgin/experienced, praise kink, protective possession, celebrity romance, and morally gray characters who kill for love. less