She hated him as much as he wanted her, a thorn in her side ever since they met, and it had only gotten worse with each lingering gaze between them. As an aspiring journalist, Presley didn't believe in love-or lasting romantic relationships of any kind. The last thing she needed in her whirlwind of life was to get involved with her best's friends bodyguard-or rather the head of the Cosa Nostra. A man with little use of manners and secrets in his past. Tall, handsome and covered with tattoos, a living and breathing hazard with a cold nature and quiet demeanor. A beautiful monster dressed in leather jackets, and tight fitting shirts. A made man. Silvio had ever met a woman like her, who spent every minute glaring at him. One who he was consumed to touch despite his dislike for touch. A stubborn femme fatale with soft brown eyes and obsidian curls. A woman he'd been trying to resist for a long time. When a threat from her past lands her into the very arms of her nemesis and into a fake relationship, she's forced to get to know him and suddenly, their fake relationship feels more real than anything she had ever own. - preview - God, it felt right like this was where it belonged-this was where I belonged. And she felt it too, given by the slight rush of her breathing, and dazed eyes. There was always this magnetic pull and tug between us, so irresistible and consuming. "Silvio." She let out a small gasp, obviously not expecting me to touch her, and it burned. Everything right now burned but it felt good. Almost in an addicting way like the pain crossed the threshold and soared to become another feeling. "I don't think this is a good idea." "You want me to stop right now, say it but this is a damn good idea." I said in a gruff voice. "Tell me you don't want this, tell me it's a bad idea and I'll stop."

Layla Alberto. The darling daughter to the Duke. The Scandal Maker and most importantly, The Brat. She grew up without knowing the harshness of life. After her last scandal that blew up over the news, unable to control her and to put her in place, her loving father has to make the hardest decision of his life to teach his daughter a lesson about life. Put her under the care of her childhood crush, Benedict Henderson. The boy who broke her heart into million thousand pieces. He was the son of the maid. He was a sponsored child. He was the well mannered, disciplined, motivated and most admired kid that grew up to be the most successful lawyer. Running a billion dollar company and the law firm, he now stands on top of his game and he is ready for her. Layla. His Little Star. He was told he was beneath her. He was told she was a Star he couldn't reach. So he became the Sky. Now, he is ready to Possess her. Not just for the right reasons, but for all the wrong reasons and the first one of them is Revenge.

It was on the 500th century of hell that I saw my salvation. He had walked in with a devilish smirk and sharp features. He had walked into my hell...My only goal was to get him out...To make sure he got out safely. The only caveat is, I made him hate me. The things I did to survive are things he can never forgive. And now I am forced to partner with him to ensure the survival of his kingdom and mine. - As the Regent of House Dae within the faerie realm, Adalind made a choice three years ago. That choice kept the people she loved safe and caused her the affection of her mate. She could live with that choice. It's not until her kingdom and her mate's kingdom are forced into a partnership that she has to face painful realties. Perhaps she truly was too broken to be fixed. Perhaps no one could love her and her scars. He has been given many names. The Lord of Shadows. The Shadowbringer. The Broken. All appropriate for the Beta that wields the shadows. After watching his mate murder a child and attack his lands, Goliath has grown cold and closed off to everyone around him, even his dearest friends. He's thrown himself into dangerous missions to forget the face of his true mate. He leaves his kingdom often to forget the face of the most beautiful woman he had ever laid eyes on. But he cannot forgive her. He is resolved to live a mateless life. He is resolved to let go of his fae Queen. But his duty calls to work with her kingdom. The safety of his people requires it. He grows to realize that maybe all is not quite what it seem and maybe the person we have to become to survive is not the same as the person we truly are. - They call him Goliath. They call him The Lord of Shadows. They call him The Broken. They call me Adalyndra. They call me The Dragondaughter. They call me the Mother of the Sun. BOOK II OF THE TOUCH OF DEMISE SERIES

At just fifteen years old, A'raya finds herself entangled in a world of familial expectations and societal obligations. Zane, a complex character known for his brilliance but also plagued by arrogance and disrespect, is burdened with the responsibility to ensure the continuation of his family's lineage. A'raya, a captivating eighteen-year-old, is chosen to be the conduit through which the hopes of future generations are carried. A unique connection develops between A'raya and Zane, defying conventions and societal norms. However, their path is strewn with personal obstacles, hidden truths, and the weight of their respective family histories. A'raya takes on the challenge of unraveling Zane's grumpy demeanor while Zane grapples with conflicting emotions towards A'raya, the daughter of the woman responsible for his brother's tragic fate. As A'raya endeavors to break down the walls surrounding Zane's heart, they both become embroiled in a web of secrets, the consequences of which prove to be deadly. Can they find a way to overcome the shadows of the past and forge a future built on trust and understanding? With its tantalizing mix of secrets, murder, and love...Prepare to be captivated by a tale where the pursuit of love comes with unexpected twists, and the echoes of past transgressions threaten to tear lives apart. Enjoy (I changed the summary to something better.) 💋 are the mature chapters 🥇 125th in 18 plus 🤷🏾♀️ 12/30/22