The Duke wanted peace. His best friend bought him a companion instead. Now he's stuck with Rune: a beautiful, baffling houseguest who apologises for existing and has somehow become everyone's favourite person. The problem isn't sending her away. The problem is that Alexandre doesn't want to.

A curious mermaid. A human who loves stories. A soulmate mark that should never exist. When a storm leaves Serene stranded on land, she finally gets to explore the human world she's spent her whole life wondering about. But when she discovers that Sebastian - the bookstore owner sheltering her - carries a Fate Scar identical to hers, she uncovers a truth hidden beneath the sea for centuries: destiny doesn't care about the rules. Perfect for readers who love slow-burn romance, cozy bookstores, mermaids, and fantasy with heart.

The Duke of Halewick is a monster. At least, that's what the kingdom says. Cold. Ruthless. Untouchable. So when Calista Everdane-a quiet, unremarkable noblewoman with no ambition-is forced into marriage with him, everyone expects tragedy. Calista expects inconvenience. She arrives at his fortress with tea, a stack of books, and a preference for east-facing windows. She doesn't challenge him. She doesn't fear him. She doesn't even seem particularly interested in him. While the court watches for scandal, Calista quietly claims a chair no one is allowed to sit in, befriends the Duke's hound, and begins dismantling political schemes she was never meant to notice. She doesn't scheme. She doesn't strategize. She simply observes-and acts when necessary.

Everyone thinks Lady Virelle D'Argent is here to cause chaos. Raised by a terrifyingly ambitious mother, blessed with noble blood, and dressed like a villain in a romantic tragedy, Virelle was expected to destroy reputations, steal the spotlight, and seduce the most powerful man in court. She had other plans. Specifically: naps. Quiet corners. Avoiding conversation. But in a world where everyone's playing a dangerous social game, Virelle's refusal to play is the most unpredictable move of all. And when the cold-hearted duke's heir starts spending time with her - not for strategy, but for peace - things begin to unravel in all the wrong ways. She's not scheming. She's just tired.