[IMPORTANT: This is a closed-door romance for readers uncomfortable reading heavy erotica and adult scenes.] Miss Mina Haswell has always been a firm believer in love, especially when it comes to her betrothed, a dear childhood friend. Years ago, however, fate took a cruel turn, draping her in mourning and casting her heart in grief. Though unable to even fathom the prospect of love once again blessing her life, she finds joy in her sister's happiness. After her father's untimely passing, the title of Viscount Sinclair unexpectedly falls to a distant relative, the somewhat reclusive Mr Royston Langdon. When their paths cross, Mina and Royston embark on an unconventional journey filled with unforeseen challenges. Intrigued by Miss Haswell, the newly minted Lord Sinclair proposes a daring wager - a game of hearts. If Mina can help Royston win the affection of his potential bride, he promises to triple her inheritance. In return, should Royston help Mina win the heart of her chosen suitor, she will be forced to give up her beloved summer residence, which holds her most cherished memories and represents a significant portion of her inheritance. Their stakes are equal - Mina has lived far from the scrutinising gaze of the ton, while Royston remains a newcomer to its complex world. But patience is not a virtue for which Miss Haswell is known, and Lord Sinclair seems to take a peculiar pleasure in vexing her at every turn. Amidst the whirlwind of emotions, societal expectations and their passionate exchange of wits, one question lingers: Can there be a winner from this daring wager, or will the unpredictability of love cause the rules to be rewritten? ♦♦♦ Contains themes of death and grief. ♦♦♦ ♥♥♥ Ambys 2024 Favorite ♥♥♥ The story is also available on Inkitt. #historicalromance

"It is your choice," he said, stepping so close to me that our lips were almost touching. "Either do what I say - or get another job." My heart stood still as I gazed up into his deep, dark, dangerous eyes... In a world where women's only role in life is to sit at home and look pretty, Lilly is determined to fight for her freedom. There's only one problem: a powerful man blocking her way.

Amelia Davenport died alone at the bottom of an embankment. Her last phone call was to her husband Matthew, who she had hoped would come rescue her. But Matthew hung up on her. And as he did she heard her own children's disparaging comments. Amelia Davenport had been a cut-throat business lawyer who climbed the ranks of the law firm Hoffman, Givens and Pratt, becoming the youngest Junior Partner in the firm's history. She had also co-authored law textbooks used by high school and college students. When the twins were born, the Davenports insisted Amelia stay home to raise them. So she did. But life didn't quite go the way Amelia planned and she found herself on the periphery more and more, an observer in her own family. Even Amelia had to wonder of her own family, if something were to happen to her, would they be sorry when she's gone?

Amy's dream is to make it as a journalist, but her real life is very different. She struggles to pay her bills, her boss hates her, and the various odd jobs she takes on the side are only adding to the chaos. Then one day a punk rock fairy appears and offers her all the professional success she could ever want in exchange for a bad sex life. Tired of the same old steamy romance tropes? You've come to the right place. You'll find a common sex curse, intriguing journalism, and sassy fairies interfering in our world. And yes, someone will fall in love with a fairy. The Setting: Amy lives in Springville, a Canadian border town known by its American neighbors for its hot summers and unusually mild climate. Some call the area "Canafornia". New chapters appear suddenly. Your comments not only mean the world, but help to shape it. Winner of the "Best Ongoin" category in the Birthday Bash Mini Awards by Ravendipity. Check out the amazing review: https://www.wattpad.com/1562171872-birthday-bash-mini-awards-judging-best-ongoing Bookcover: Alphonse Mucha, "The Arts: Dance" from 1898.