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After the Storm by Jessica-Carter
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Caterina and Lex never had a fairytale marriage. Forced into an arrangement neither of them wanted, they have been caught in a web of betrayal and deceit since they said "I do." And just when it seemed like they might be able to overcome the bad blood between their families, the ultimate betrayal made enemies of them once again. Season 2 of The Valentino Brothers *** Fleeing to New York, Caterina thought she could escape the shadows that haunt her, but what's done in the dark always comes to light. Desperate for protection, she has no choice but to turn to the man she betrayed for help. But Lex is not so forgiving and has an agenda of his own. He agrees to protect Caterina and their child, but only on his terms. As they struggle to navigate their complicated relationship, a storm begins to brew within the mafia world. Tensions rise as rival families clash, threatening to tear apart everything Caterina and Lex have built together. And amidst all this chaos, Caterina discovers a shocking truth about her mother's death-and the real person responsible for it. As they fight against external forces and their own inner demons, Caterina knows that the stakes are higher than ever before. Can she trust Lex to protect her and their child? Will they be able to weather the coming storm together or will it tear them apart forever?
After I Fall by Jessica-Carter
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When mafia princess Caterina is thrust into an arranged marriage with the enemy, Lex Valentino, she makes a dangerous plan to take his family down from the inside...But her new fiancé has a revenge plan of his own. Season 1 of The Valentino Brothers *** Mafia princess Caterina Marchetti has worked tirelessly as her father's right hand to become the successor of the family. So when her father gives the title to her useless older brother and plans to marry Caterina off to the enemy, Lex Valentino, she is beyond furious. Caterina knows that the Valentino family was behind her mother's murder, and is convinced her father wants to take down the Valentinos from the inside. She poses as the perfect fiancée and moves to Italy, but secretly makes it her mission to avenge her mother's death. But little does she know, Lex has a revenge plan of his own. Lex has been keeping an eye on the Marchetti family for years and jumps at the chance to get closer to Caterina to avenge his own sister's murder, starting with making Caterina fall head over heels in love with him. As Caterina tries to ignore Lex's advances, and Lex attempts to bury his growing feelings for her, the pair's undeniable chemistry soon lands them in a dangerous cat-and-mouse game caught between lust, love and revenge. WARNING: This story contains mature content including strong language and depictions of violence that may not be suitable for some readers. Reader discretion is advised.
Sex and the Billionaire Crime Boss - Season 2 by JanePeden
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The deeper Hadley falls into sexy crime boss Max's web, the harder it is for her to leave him. But when she comes face to face with the truth about his dangerous world, she has to make an impossible decision; stay with the man she's fallen in love with or say goodbye forever. Season 2 of Sex and the Billionaire Crime Boss *** Hadley finds herself at a crossroads after the revelation that charming billionaire Max is more involved in his family's crime dynasty than she realized and capable of shocking violence. Torn between her intense feelings for Max and the fact his criminal lifestyle goes against everything she believes in as a lawyer, Hadley decides to end things. But getting out of Max's world isn't easy, and cutting off their relationship isn't a clean break. Soon, Hadley uncovers more troubling questions linking her family's hidden past to Max's and finds herself dodging a mysterious man following her. As she's pulled back into Max's criminal enterprise, she wonders if Max is the only one who can protect her from the danger that seems to get nearer every day. But in such close proximity, can Hadley temper the fiery attraction that still burns between them? And with Max guarding her safety, can Hadley manage to guard her heart? *** "Are you walking away from me, Hadley?" His question pierces straight through my heart. Max has turned my world upside down. Every moment with him ignites a passion I didn't know I could unleash. He's made me feel protected like no man ever has. But he's also capable of far more violence than I ever imagined. Max had a choice. What he chose goes against everything I believe in. I look up at him as he waits for my answer, his face unreadable. "Yes," I say. I almost add that I don't have a choice, but that wouldn't be true. We all have choices. Max made his, and now I've made mine.
Sex and the Billionaire Crime Boss by JanePeden
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Billionaire crime boss Max is everything idealist young attorney Hadley should run from-a man as powerful and dangerous as he is wealthy, and someone who always takes what he wants. Loving him could destroy her. But she can't stop. Season 1 of Sex and the Billionaire Crime Boss *** When Hadley Reese Jones' estranged grandfather offers her a top position at his elite Miami law firm, she says goodbye to low pay and long hours in Philadelphia for a chance to unearth family secrets and inject excitement into her life. But she doesn't expect a hot encounter with a mysterious stranger on the plane to Miami to turn her plans upside down. Billionaire entrepreneur Maxwell Bennett is the privileged, devilishly handsome heir to a Miami crime dynasty. He's used to getting what he wants. And he wants Hadley. Soon, Hadley finds herself swept up in a world of nightclubs, private jets, and luxury beyond her wildest dreams. But when she discovers Max is more crime boss than businessman, and walking away from his father's criminal enterprise isn't an option, she's faced with an impossible decision. Should she put aside her strong sense of law and follow her heart, even if it could mean losing everything? Or should she walk away from Max and their sizzling chemistry - if it isn't already too late? *** "You don't want me as a client?" Max lowers his voice. "Worried about a conflict of interest once I get you in my bed?" A hot stab of arousal shoots through me, and I know I'm blushing. "You're presuming a lot from one kiss," I tell him, pulse racing. "Am I? I have a feeling we'll be seeing each other again soon. On a professional and personal level." When my gaze locks on Max's incredibly blue eyes, I feel disoriented. I'm worried I should stay as far away as possible from Maxwell Bennett. And even more worried I won't.
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The Substitute Bride by sweetblunch
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Sicilian heiress Laila Fiorenza is ordered by her strict father to meet the Greek billionaire fiancé of her runaway twin sister in her stead in order to keep the Fiorenza's prestige intact. But can this prim and proper princess truly shoulder this sham of an arrangement as a substitute bride? *** The sweet and lovely Laila Fiorenza was groomed to be a perfect lady by her prestigious and noble Sicilian family. But what happens when she is given a task of a lifetime by her own father--to pretend to be her rebel twin sister and meet Nikos Pallis, the fiancé of the runaway Leila? Can she truly adjust from her sheltered life in the old town in Sicily for bustling New York as a substitute bride? Cover design by Rayne Mariano
The Wallflower's Revenge  by sweetblunch
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Russian heiress Tatiana Rostova thought that her 'happily ever after' would be with her beloved fiance. However, the people she cared about most betrayed her and left her dying. Saved by a handsome Italian duke, a plan of revenge blooms. ******* Tatiana Rostova took upon herself to seek revenge on the two people she loved the most after their betrayal left her half-dead, even if it meant she had to sell herself to the devil-especially since the devil is in the form of the handsome six-foot-two, silver-eyed Italian duke named Lucca Cavelli. This wallflower vowed to take everything that is rightfully hers. But in the process of her revenge, will she be willing to risk her heart again? Cover designed by Ren Tachibana
The Orsini Bride by sweetblunch
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Italian playboy billionaire Marco Orsini has a dilemma. With the ultimatum to either marry or get disinherited, he must now find himself a wife before his grandfather's birthday--and he entrusts his fate on one woman to find him the perfect bride. ********** Twenty-nine-year-old Francesa Marcolini never expected that the day will come when the handsome yet hateful playboy billionaire Marco Orisini would barge into her office and announce that he needs a wife. Despite being a teacher of etiquette and personality development, Francesa had no intention of becoming the matchmaker for this arrogant Italian no matter how determined he is for her help. But to Francesca's horror, she finds herself on that very job! Cover design by Holly Thurston
Fuelled by Forever by HTEllis
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With Jude down on one knee and their relationship moving quickly, will Imogen say yes to his marriage proposal? And when Jude's business empire is put at risk, can the couple prove they're made to last? Season 3 of The Mechanic *** Every twist and turn and heart-stopping moment in Imogen and Jude's whirlwind romance has led to this--Jude down on one knee. But then Imogen's world seems to stop. She's certain he's in this with her forever, especially with her due date fast approaching and Jude doting on her every move. But a small voice in her head wonders if it's all happening too quickly. Can things be too good to be true? After twelve years leading a billion-pound empire, Jude is finally feeling the strain. Time off has never been an option for him, but what happens when his body forces him to step back? And what if time away means errors made in the business that could cost him everything he's worked so hard for? Once their baby is in Jude's arms, can he realise that none of his old worries matter compared to love he's been missing all along? Will Jude and Imogen overcome the odds for their shot at forever? Content warning: The story contains depictions of mental health crises that may be upsetting for some readers. Reader discretion is advised.
The Bodyguard by Rebecca-Jade
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When a mafia princess's life is threatened, she is forced to accept the help of a bodyguard-the emotionally damaged underboss of a crime family, her ex-boyfriend. Standalone in the Sons of Sin series *** Eva and Reaper were once in love and full of hope. Their relationship came to a dramatic end when the pressure of Eva's political engagement to Reaper's best friend-Torin-became too much. Upon miscarrying their unborn child, Eva turned to Reaper for support, only to be let down when he used alcohol as a coping mechanism. A year later, the two cannot be in the same room as each other without hurling abuse. But when an unknown threat attempts to take Eva's life, Reaper is assigned as her bodyguard. Eva is determined to make him quit and he is just as determined to hang on. But beneath the hostility are unresolved feelings and profound wounds that they'll have to move past to figure out who's trying to kill Eva and why. Content warnings: The story contains references to and depictions of alcoholism and miscarriage that may be upsetting for some readers. Reader discretion is advised.
Revving the Engine by HTEllis
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After the shock reveal that Imogen's pregnant with Jude's child, their relationship is left rocky. But as they're pulled closer by baby scans and a surprise family holiday, could the spark between them reignite? Season 2 of The Mechanic *** After the truth about Imogen's pregnancy is revealed in the worst way possible, her world comes crashing down. Her hopes in tatters, she doesn't believe Jude will show for the first baby scan weeks later. But then she locks eyes with him striding through the hospital door, and everything changes. Jude looks worse for wear, but he's ready to work together for the baby. And Imogen's ready to try to rebuild what's broken between them. Then Jude's mother catches wind of the pregnancy and invites them on a family holiday abroad, and suddenly, they're thrown together headfirst. Still on rocky footing, things intensify when they find themselves sharing not only a room, but one bed. It's impossible to deny the attraction, and soon, their connection heats up. But what will happen when they exchange holiday bliss for real life back in London? Can their relationship flourish, or will old faces from the past threaten to derail everything? WARNING: This story contains depictions of abuse. Reader discretion is advised.