Maya, an innocent nurse, finds herself forced to accept protection from the Phantoms motorcycle gang, specifically the dangerous, irresistible biker, Jake Ford. ***** Maya has a normal life and a normal boyfriend, Sebastian. But one day she drops off a letter to a prison for a patient under her care, and finds herself being watched over by a dangerous, handsome biker. It turns out Maya is under the protection of Jake Ford, and despite her feelings for Sebastian, she can't resist the pull of Jake's strong arms, dark looks and chequered past. Soon criminals are coming after her, and Jake is the only one who can keep her safe. Will Maya hide behind her good-girl reputation, or let go and lose herself in the passionate world of Jake Ford? Content and/or trigger warning: This story contains scenes of violence and sexual activity, which may be triggering for some readers. [[word count: 150,000-200,000 words]] Cover designer: Ren T. Photographer: Michelle Lancaster Model: Jaxon Human

"Alex, fuck... please, I'm begging you. Just one touch, one kiss. I'll do anything, just don't push me away. I'm begging you, Alex. Please, don't deny me this. I need you, I need you so badly." The once-feared and revered secretary, Ryan, now knelt before Alex, his eyes bleary from booze, his voice slurred as he begged for a kiss. The man who had long been the gatekeeper of Alex's father's inner circle, the one who had commanded respect and inspired intimidation, had reduced himself to a pitiful, drunken mess, surrendering all his power and pride for just one touch from Alex. Tags ☞ #anger #angst #gaymarriage #betrayal #bisexual #bl #boyxboy #bxb #comingofage #comingout #darkromance #desperation #enemiestolovers #forced #gay #gaysex #inthecloset #jealousy #lgbt #lossofvirginity #mafia #morallyambiguouscharacters #obsession #onesidedlove #posessive