[COMPLETED] "Life doesn't get easier or more forgiving, we get stronger and more resilient." ― Steve Maraboli She has experienced more pain in her 15 years of life than many people do in their lifetimes. Her life has always been filled with pain, emptiness, and hopelessness. There was never a reason for her smile. But one day, her life took an unexpected turn. She now has to live with people she didn't even know existed. One father, seven overprotective brothers, and a bad boy who can't seem to get his mind off his good girl. What could possibly go wrong? Will her new family treat her the same way 'they' treated her? Or will they show her that life is more than what she thinks it is? There are a lot of secrets that everyone seems to be keeping are waiting to be unravelled. She's Resilient to make it this far. But how far will she go? Welcome to the journey of ARABELLA. Highest Ranking- #1 in Resilience #3 in father-daughter #4 in innocent #1 in 7brothers #1 in father-daughter #5 in life changing #1 in family secrets #3 in life changing #2 in life changing #2 in mafia princess #8 in brothers #1 in brothers #6 in olderbrothers #1 in crazy #3 in brothers #3 in abusivecontent #4 in older brothers #1 in abusivecontent #1 in goodgirl #8 in longlostsister #4 in longlostdaughter #2 in goodgirl #3 in longlostdaughter #1 in olderbrothers #9 in longlostsister #4 in longlostsister #1 in olderbrothers #2 in longlostdaughter #2 in brothers #5 in trouble #2 in lostprincess #2 in mafiabrothers #1 in abused #1 in siblings P.s- The photos used are from the internet.

MM ROMANCE | (Male x Male) Enzo Marcelo, a young and well respected businessman, son of the number one Italian businessman. Enzo joined hands with The Delacruz, the second largest group of the country to spread his empire. Being number one was not only the motive of his deal with the Delacruz, it was more to it and nothing was going to stop him. However the son of his partner, caught his attention. And not for a very good reason. Mateo, the son of Delacruz, business partner of the greatest businessman of the country. The moment his eyes met the older, daring man, he felt something he never had before. He knew he wanted him. Those eyes, the voice, it brought so much heat in him. But Mateo, he had no idea how to use his words or express himself. Not until Enzo. "Are you always this hungry, pretty? " I say licking his lips and smile against them. My breath was heavy and it was hard for me not to kiss the man in front of me. I can't hold myself back anymore. I want him. Gosh. What has this boy bring me to? Started March 20 2024 Ended November 24 2024 #1 instant attraction #1 adultaudience #1 mmromance #1 lgbtpride #1 intense #9 possessive #3 obsessed #10 bxb #12 boyxboy #24 dominance #39 italianmafia #66 maturecontent

"Baby girl, won't you help me?" William was never the type to beg. The most feared mafia king, he was used to taking what he wanted; ruthlessly, without remorse. When a bullet tears through his shoulder, he does what he always does: kidnaps a doctor, forces them to patch him up, and erases the evidence. But Dr. Est is different. Soft-spoken, sharp-eyed, and far too tempting. From the moment William locks eyes with him, he knows one thing: this one, he can't let go. Est should fear him. He should run. But when William smirks, voice dripping like honey and venom, Est feels his heart betray him. In a world where love is a weakness and danger lurks behind every whispered promise, how do you escape the devil when he's already marked you as his? A WilliamEst story. ⚠️ Disclaimers: This story contains strong language, mature themes, violence, abuse, and dark romance elements. Reader discretion is advised.

He was never meant to be chosen. Only used. Only needed. Only endured. Bound to a cold Sentinel who treated their bond as duty, Elior learned how to stay quiet, how to survive love without being seen. For years, distance was safer than hope-until silence began to break, and control turned into fear of loss. This is a story about a bond that was real long before it was protected, about love learned too late and chosen anyway. Slow-burn. Power imbalance. Emotional intimacy. A complete Sentinel × Guide romance about staying-not out of duty, but because you're finally wanted. Status: Complete.

Childhood friends. High school rivals. Enemies at war. Lovers against the world. Adrian Moreau - the cold, brilliant Canadian billionaire CEO who built his empire on ice and ambition. Lorenzo De Rossi - the ruthless, magnetic Italian mafia king who rules the underworld with fire and blood. They were once inseparable boys sharing secrets in a dusty classroom. Then came distance, silence, betrayal... and the dangerous lives neither of them chose. Years later, fate drags them back together at a glittering gala, their gazes colliding like fire and glass. Now, boardrooms and back alleys become battlefields. Negotiations turn to banter, jealousy turns to obsession, and violence threatens to rip them apart even as desire pulls them closer. Between stolen kisses, bloody wars, and tender moments no one else sees, Adrian and Lorenzo must decide: will their love survive empires built on danger? Or will the world tear them apart once more? A story of power, passion, and the thin line between enemies and lovers. Ice Prince x Mafia King. Fluff, angst, smut, and everything in between.

*Book two of Sold To series* ~ Cannot be read as a standalone ~ *[UNEDITED]* Sebastian Titus Langley a slave to his stepfather who had treated him like a mutt. But when Sebastian's stepfather, Scott, is in debt to Stefano Valentino Scorpio, the most feared mafia leader. He decided to sell his stepson to Stefano to pay off his debt to him. But like Stefano the great Master Of Deception, he decided to accept his offer but after so he kills Sebastian's stepfather. But it wasn't Stefano who did the job, it was Sebastian, who Stefano had made him do it. Doing so, Stefano's eyes light's up in excitement. He decided he would train the boy to be his butler, his bodyguard, his lover. That's right, Stefano wants the boy and for a Master of Deception, he always gets what he wants. But what if Sebastian doesn't want Stefano? Well, don't worry, Stefano loves a challenge. "Oh, what a fun game this will be" Stefano chuckles before taking a sip of his tea.

Darby Kelby just got a new job at Terminus Penitentiary as a night time guard for the prisoners convicted of serious crimes. When a riot breaks out on his first night of work and he breaks up a fight between rival mafia members, where one, who is the head of the Norse Mafia (Calder Havard) instantly becomes obsessed with him. Darby learns that he is in for a wild ride with his new job and Calder learns that Darby isn't a pushover who he can walk all over. It also doesn't help that they have an odd attraction to each other. Why is it odd? Well because they're both straight men, of course.

In the underworld of Italy's most feared mafia, Ian Romero is a king - ruthless, cold, and untouchable. Molded by a father who showed no love, only control, Ian was raised to lead with an iron fist, not feel with a fragile heart. That is, until one mission throws him into the path of a mysterious, dangerous man named Alexander Volkov. Alexander is no ordinary stranger. With a sharp mind, a body carved by war, and eyes that see too much, he pierces straight through Ian's armor. Their connection is instant, raw, and terrifying. Ian wants to hate him. Instead, he ends up in his bed - and eventually, under his gaze, in his heart. But when a night of uncontrollable passion leads to an impossible outcome - Ian finds himself *pregnant* - everything begins to unravel. His father, disgusted by the truth, disowns him. His gang questions his leadership. The world he built starts to collapse. With nowhere else to go, Ian runs... straight into Alexander's arms. But love in the mafia world is dangerous. Secrets have teeth. Enemies are closing in. And what grows inside Ian isn't just life - it's a symbol of everything the world wants to destroy. Can Ian survive long enough to protect what he never expected to want? Or will everything he is - and everything he loves - be torn from him? --- **🔥 Dark. Tender. Addictive.** *Beneath His Gaze* is a steamy, emotionally charged gay mafia romance with **mpreg**, betrayal, found family, and forbidden desire. Perfect for fans of dark romance with vulnerable strength, powerful chemistry, and a touch of the impossible.

Elias Ramirez was taken from his family at only a few months old by his mother. His life was one of chaos, neglect, abuse, and confusion. He never understood why his parents didn't care about him like all other parents do. Why he would see parents hugging their kids, and taking them on trips. His own parents never did that, they never talked to him unless they wanted something from him, they never kissed him on the cheek or kissed his scraped knees. He doesn't understand what the word love meant. Growing up in an abusive home for his entire life taught him to only rely on himself, and to not let anyone push him around. After his mother died at the age of 8 he was left alone with his stepfather. His stepfather never treated him with love or care. He treated him roughly and taught him to never trust anyone. After the murder of his stepfather at the age of 11 he ran away. Scared of people he changed his identity completely. Hoping to never be found. Never be tied down to that identity for all the secrets it carries. Will he be so lucky? Or will he get caught. Oh did I forget to mention he has 6 older brothers actively trying to find him? Read more to find out

✔️ | A small town country boy from Texas gets the opportunity of a lifetime. A full ride scholarship to Oxford University to study Art. Leaving the farm and everyone I knew behind, it was a bittersweet moment. It's been my dream to get out of the small, soul sucking town. Everything would have been perfect... If it weren't for my sexy as hell roommate making me rethink my sexuality. Oh, did I forget to mention? He's also the bane to my existence. I'm in for a wild and confusin' ride. Published: June 2022 #1 - fluffandsmut #1 - smalltown #1 - men #1 - gaylove #3 - Lgbtq / Lgbt #2 - bxb #3 - fluffandsmut #4 - gay #1 - lgbtfiction #3 - mxm #2 - Farm #1 - comingout #3 - drama #9- boyxboy #2 - romance #2 - college #2 - cute