She nodded solemnly. "With my girl charm and my pretty dress. But now I just feel like a hot pile of creamed corn." I dragged a hand over my face. "You need water. And sleep." "I need closure." "Sunshine..." "No," she said, standing straighter and stabbing a finger into my chest. "You don't get to look like that and make me feel feelings and then just go all mysterious and noble and disappear like a sexy hitman Batman." "Sexy hitman Batman?" "I had a lot of wine." "I noticed." ●・○・●・○・● She bakes cookies. He breaks bones. Everyone in the city fears mafia boss Dominic Moretti-everyone except Tessa Bloom, the relentlessly cheerful café owner next door to his front business. She calls him "Mr. Broody," brings him muffins he never asks for, and walks into his office like it's not occupied by a man who could have someone disappeared with a phone call. Dominic doesn't have time for distractions-especially not sweet, sunshine-eyed distractions with flour on their noses. But when Tessa finds herself tangled in the underworld he's spent a lifetime controlling, protecting her becomes more than a duty. It becomes personal. And suddenly, the most dangerous man in the city starts falling for the only woman who isn't afraid of him. ●・○・●・○・● Word count: 23,178 Top Rankings: 10.14.25 - #6 in Mafia

He rules Manhattan's underworld with blood. She was never supposed to touch it. Serena Hale lives behind locked doors and careful routines, hiding the scars of a past no one sees. Her quiet flower shop is her sanctuary-until Theo Sorrentino walks in. Cold. Lethal. Untouchable. They call him the Devil of Manhattan, a king among criminals who crushes anyone that breathes wrong in his direction. But when Theo looks at Serena, something breaks. Something dangerous. He wants her. Gentle, unshakable, his. Serena knows monsters. She sees the violence curled beneath Theo's expensive suits and calm control. But the way he protects her-the way he watches her-pulls her into a world she swore she'd never enter. Now the bodies are piling up, and the war is coming home. And in the wreckage of power, betrayal, and blood, love might be the most dangerous thing of all. Because in Theo's world, you don't fall in love. You survive it.

𝐒𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒, A 17 year old Spanish girl starting her senior year after her mom passed a few years ago. 𝐑𝐄𝐈𝐃 𝐋𝐀𝐑𝐒𝐄𝐍 , A rude troublemaker 18 year old Norwegian Mafia Boss who returned back to his old high school for senior year after transferring his freshmen year due to personal issues. Read to find out what happens when Reid meets Sage. ★★★★★ - 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓 - #𝖡𝖺𝖽𝖡𝗈𝗒 #𝖳𝗋𝗈𝗎𝖻𝗅𝖾𝗆𝖺𝗄𝖾𝗋 #𝖧𝗂𝗀𝗁𝗌𝖼𝗁𝗈𝗈𝗅 #𝖳𝖾𝖾𝗇𝖱𝗈𝗆𝖺𝗇𝖼𝖾 #𝖲𝗆𝗎𝗍 #𝖭𝗈𝗋𝗐𝖾𝗀𝗂𝖺𝗇 #𝖲𝗉𝖺𝗂𝗇 #𝖭𝗈𝗋𝗐𝖺𝗒 #𝖣𝗋𝖺𝗆𝖺 #𝖡𝗎𝗅𝗅𝗒𝗂𝗇𝗀

Lucianto Vicnezo he is known for his relentless brutality and does not have a care for anyone else but himself and is also know for his short temperedness. Lucianto is leader of the most feared mafia in the United States known as the Xenon Shadows. Although he might have a soft spot through a certain someone who has came his way. Amara Antoinette she known for her quietness but also her sweetness. Amara has a place for all people in her heart. She grew up with a sick Excuse for a father who has kept her hidden and secluded from the outside world. I know the description isn't good but the book might be of your interest also don't judge too fast just because I don't have a lot of readers and the description is not very good. -Tropes- -Grumpy x Sunshine- -Possessive- -Height difference- -Tropes- VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE VOTE

Florence Graham is sweet, innocent, and bubbly. Although she has such a sweet soul, she's keeping a dark secret. Francisco De Santis is cruel, merciless, and mysterious. All his life he's felt like he's missing something. She needs help. But he needs her.

Davina Fright has spent her whole life trying to make ends meet for her and her little brother. Her world has been revolved around making sure he's protected and happy. Her wants and needs were always last in her mind, until she met Emilio. Emilio Roslyn, to Davina he was just another man, a scary one at that. He barely ever spoke and when he did it would only be to the same group of people and even then he would give one look and they'd fall to his knees. Emilio, was the most scary and ruthless person known in the underground world. He didn't listen to anyone's rules but his own, an important one being to stay alone. He was content with being alone, but when he meets Davina his world flips and suddenly he finds himself bending the rules and falling recklessly. Read 'Loving Killian' to know part of Emilios origin story. but you do not need to read it to read this book.

Vaughn Beaumont is the King of the Don's. Briar James is a normal girl, subjected to very bad timing. When Briar is a witness to a brutal murder, it's up to Vaughn to see her punishment through. And if that means keeping her prisoner in the Beaumont estate? That's exactly what he will do.

- s e r e n d i p i t y - (n.) Finding something valuable or interesting when you are not looking for it. * * * "He set fire to the world around him, but never let a flame touch her." * * * "Happy birthday darling, you're mine now." I whispered before placing my lips on hers. * * * Emerald Rosio, their innocent little flower with blazing green eyes and a blinding smile that seems to entrance anyone and everyone, even him. Her last year in high school seems too good to be true but will her days remain perfect when the devil himself waltzes into her life? Eros Ricci, otherwise known as the devil, colder than the Arctic and more dangerous than anyone ever known. He kills without remorse, tortures without a second thought and knows how to get his way, no matter the cost. What happens when innocent Emerald crosses paths with our dark Eros? Will she be able to stay within arm's length or will she fall into his arms? And will Eros allow his heart to thaw or will he keep pushing people away? * * * "She was mine to love, mine to protect and mine to taint." * * * Keep reading to find out! #1 in Green Eyes #1 in Artist #1 in Guy x Girl #2 in Emerald #3 in Ongoing #4 in Blue Eyes #6 in Protective #7 in Ongoing #9 in Marriage #9 in Love Story #21 in Family #24 in Dark Romance #41 in Obsession

Luca Brandt is 8 years old, and has lived his entire life (what he can remember) with his stepfather, Frank. Except to Luca, Frank is known as Sir. Ever since Luca's mother died when he was three, Frank has become extremely abusive towards Luca. When Frank is arrested, Luca finds out he has 5 older brothers waiting for him. What will happen when they meet? Will Luca be able to keep his secret a secret? **Sorry I did my best with the description trust me just go with it**

Moving from Chicago to New York as a single mother, hoping that your new business does well, is scary. But what happens when you find out your best friends new husband is the leader of something even scarier, and the only person who seems to give you a sense of calmness is his intimidating brother? Warning* This story will contain: Mature themes Drug use Guns, knives etc. Violence Strong language All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recordings, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without prior written permission of the author.