Cover made by @xxinloves. A Duke longing for a proper marriage. A courtesan yearning for love and happiness. A pair of hearts that are set ablaze after a single evening of delicious passion.

How far will she be willing to go to forget her past? Sutton Price, guardian of her teenage sister and gold medalist at avoiding her past horrors is about to come face to face with someone she hasn't seen in a decade. Along with feelings of betrayal and anger this familiar face brings unexpected surprises. Namely in the form of a mysterious man. How far will he go to finish his job? Jace Knight, lead agent in vigilante group Mercenary's knows more about Sutton then may be required in his job. She's gorgeous, stubborn and related to someone he calls a friend. Will his attraction for the hot headed female come between his friendship or his work? And will Sutton be able to handle Knight's alpha male attitude while he single handedly try's to fight his desire for her while saving her. Unwilling to let her sister go though the same horrors she was forced to endure, Sutton pursues a case of her own and digs deep to learn the truth. A truth that will lead straight to more danger, complicate the first relationship she has ever been truly happy in, and will ultimately destroy her. This book is the first in a two part series as well as the fist book in the Mercenary series.

Sabrina Reed is Nathan Alden's wife, but not by his choice... EXCERPT****** "I found her like this, sir," the guard announced. Sabrina stirred at the voice, blinking groggily and rubbing her eyes to chase away the blur clouding her vision. A towering figure stepped into focus. "What are you doing out here, Sabrina?" Nathan's voice was sharp, cutting through the fog of sleep. His jaw was tight, words pressed between clenched teeth. She blinked again, brushing hair from her face as she sat up. "What are you doing out here?" he repeated-louder this time, more demanding. He stood before her in a jet-black suit and white button-up shirt, sleeves rolled just enough to expose forearms clenched across his chest. His eyebrows were drawn tight, his eyes narrowed. "I came back late last night and... the guard was gone, so... I just fell asleep," she said softly, eyes lowering under the weight of his glare. He dismissed the guard with a silent nod, then stepped closer. "Where were you last night?" he asked, voice taut with suspicion. She yawned, trying to blink herself fully awake. "I've been volunteering at the animal shelter." "Get up," he ordered, tone clipped and harsh. "You expect me to believe that? Don't animal shelters close at a decent time?" She remained seated, her legs too stiff to move. "Yes, but-" "Get up!" he barked.

In a family of dark-haired children, blonde Ivy has always felt like the odd duck out. Always finding herself in trouble, she sees her potential redemption when the village's new visitor asks her to show him around. Everyone is sure to take notice when she's on the arm of a handsome man. But her new friend is more charming than she expected, and she soon hopes for a lot more than sightseeing. If only she could shake the feeling that he is hiding something from her... Sam Hemsworth is an agent working for the Rose Agency. A new case brings him to a picturesque village where any visitor is the latest news. The constant attention from the residents is not ideal when you need to discover someone's darkest secrets. Being attracted to the daughter of the family he's sent to investigate isn't overly helpful, either. He had better complete his mission as quickly as possible before Ivy's dog steals his wooden leg again... or the dog's owner steals his heart.

18+ *can be read standalone* (Not finished editing) THESE ARE NOT HISTORICALLY ACCURATE ON PURPOSE A steamy and hot historical romance. Miss Faye Brookes was destined for the perfect life. Young, beautiful and desired by many and friendly to all, which made her the diamond of the ton in her first season. However, when chronic illness strikes and she loses her engagent, she becomes a burden on her family and forgotten to the ton. Stuck at home, facing spinsterhood, the last thing she was expecting is to be offered marriage by the handsome and proper Duke Of Rodbury. Felix Emerson, Duke of Rodbury, wasn't supposed to be a Duke. As the bastard son of the late Duke of Rodbury, he was handed the title when his father passed with no other heirs. Despising his father and the title for how his father ruined his mothers life, Felix has sworn off ever falling in love and letting someone have control over him. The last thing he needed was to be caught in scandal with the unknown daughter of a lord, Miss Brookes. A marriage of convenience, the Duke gets a wife to keep the ton at bay, and Miss Brookes gets freedom from her family all too ready to be rid of her. Except the Duke wasn't prepared for the innate attraction towards his new wife, nor the strange secrets she hides from him. He refuses to fall in love and she doesn't feel worthy of it. But the powerful attraction between them won't be ignored and their marriage of convenience starts to become too real.

BOOK I in the Lockwood series The King. No one knows his name nor seen his face. They call him cruel, frightening, and won't show his face to his people. Taking over his father's throne isn't easy and he's expected to find their new queen. But what if he's nowhere to be found? Not in the castle, then he must be in the village. Lady Arabella Houstings, the youngest daughter and the spark of the family. She will do anything to stop her sister from marrying such a filthy man as sir Kingsley. She doesn't like to be told what she shall do and she's not very fond of the king either. She makes it known and it just so happens the king overhears the lady.

Rosemary Albright has been a topic of gossip in the Ton for six long years. She has perfected her gentle smile, her polite non-answers are above reproach, and not a single brash suitor has seen a snippet of her ire. She is the picture of a calm and collected widow, and she intends to remain that way, even as strangers, acquaintances, and friends alike insist on encouraging her to marriage once more. Alexander Kilroy will do anything in his power to remain unnoticed. Caught between two worlds - his brothers' titles and his father's humble roots - there is nowhere he quite belongs. Ignoring the whispers around him and the hurt in his mother's eyes, Alex is determined to forge his own path, even if it carries him even further from the family he craves but cannot have. When Rosemary and Alexander are reunited, they find their situations are not so different. And what starts as a friendship between two opposite - one like sunshine, the other midnight rain - might just be what they've both been searching for. *A Humphrey Chronicles Novella (book 3.5) which may be read as a standalone* An ONC 2024 Entry (2K, 8K, and Round 2 Ambassador's Pick) Completed December 2024 (~35000 words)

Sebastian stared at Julia's clothing with distaste. This simple cloth on her body was enough to drive him wild with lust. He could feel his control crumbling bit by bit. As he stared at her damp shirt, he couldn't help, but wonder if her breast was secured under that shirt ******************* In the secret shadows of London's gaming halls, Julia, a noblewoman with a wild heart, defies convention to indulge in the thrill of the game. Yet as the pressure to marry mounts, she concocts a scandalous plan: to marry a man who will grant her the freedom she craves. With her sights set on the Duke of Wychford and the charming Earl of Tonfield, Julia vows to seduce her way to the altar. But her best friend's brother, the meddling Duke of Hanton, threatens to unravel her schemes. As the season draws to a close, Julia finds herself engaged to one of them... but which one? Will Julia's bold gamble for freedom lead to happiness, or will her reckless pursuit of love leave her heartbroken?

Cordelia, who was already beyond the marriageable age, quickly agreed upon the arrival of a marriage proposal from one of the most influential and well-known noblemen. She wedded Leon expecting a pleasant married life, only to be greeted with cracks and mishaps. A beautiful woman who is only a noble by name And a dashing man who is a noble with power. Not long after their wedding, her bewitching yet indifferent and cold husband gave her a contract and declared an agreement. "We are forbidden from meddling with each other's affairs. Do not expect love in this marriage." "And within two years, if you fail to birth an heir, we will have a divorce." Each word was vividly engraved in her mind as she obediently did as she was told, fulfilling her duties as his wife throughout the course of their marriage. However, as the said year approaches without an heir, Cordelia slowly prepared herself to sign the divorce papers and leave. But why is it that Leon, who had treated her badly from the very beginning, was suddenly desperate to make her stay?

Lucas Bywood has been happily working to restore the estate he won in an unfortunate card game. The unexpected arrival of his younger sister interrupts his plans and his peace. She declares her engagement at an end, and insists she must stay with him to recover herself. With Pearsend barely livable, Lucas is less than pleased with this development. Should he arrange a reconciliation between Philippa and her former betrothed, or let matters take their course? Add to that the concerning fact that someone has been trespassing, and Lucas is left with a complicated situation on his hands. Someone is spreading a ridiculous rumor that treasure was hidden by a previous owner. Can Lucas find the culprit before permanent harm is caused?