1 in #darkromance Scarlett Avery wishes she were dead. 21 years on this Earth has proved to Scarlett that nothing is worth the pain of living. Ever since losing her brother, she has all but given up on life. She's reckless, impulsive, and determined to piss off her father until he stops bailing her out of her self-made messes. Why else would she be dating a well-known criminal if not for the hope of being disowned or killed? She just wants it all to stop. FBI Agent James Reyes can relate to that sentiment. After being spurned by love, he's taken on a much more jaded, uninspired view of life himself. That is, until he's tasked with driving loud-mouthed Scalett Avery across the country to deliver to her father, who so happens to also be his boss. Forbidden sparks fly, and a few bullets too as this simple cross-country trip turns deadly. Neither James or Scarlett were prepared for the consequences of their meeting, but it's too late to stop. Fate has a well-laid plan for them. And so does death.

Sabrina Reed is Nathan Alden's wife, but not by his choice... EXCERPT****** "I found her like this, sir," the guard announced. Sabrina stirred at the voice, blinking groggily and rubbing her eyes to chase away the blur clouding her vision. A towering figure stepped into focus. "What are you doing out here, Sabrina?" Nathan's voice was sharp, cutting through the fog of sleep. His jaw was tight, words pressed between clenched teeth. She blinked again, brushing hair from her face as she sat up. "What are you doing out here?" he repeated-louder this time, more demanding. He stood before her in a jet-black suit and white button-up shirt, sleeves rolled just enough to expose forearms clenched across his chest. His eyebrows were drawn tight, his eyes narrowed. "I came back late last night and... the guard was gone, so... I just fell asleep," she said softly, eyes lowering under the weight of his glare. He dismissed the guard with a silent nod, then stepped closer. "Where were you last night?" he asked, voice taut with suspicion. She yawned, trying to blink herself fully awake. "I've been volunteering at the animal shelter." "Get up," he ordered, tone clipped and harsh. "You expect me to believe that? Don't animal shelters close at a decent time?" She remained seated, her legs too stiff to move. "Yes, but-" "Get up!" he barked.

Some would call me a gold digger but I preferred the term financially savvy. I prided myself on my ability to con anyone, that all changed when I met Alexander. Alexander wasn't your normal playboy billionaire; he masked his playboy ways, he deceived everyone around him. When I first met I thought he was the kind, smart and witty person everyone said he was but I was wrong, very wrong. A week after I moved into the Hamptons, he gave a proposal I literally could not deny. Either marry him or my secret be exposed to the world. He was arrogant, selfish and cold-hearted, I was also arrogant, selfish and cold hearted, you would think this would be the perfect union, it was far, far from that. The problems started when I felt myself slowing falling in love with him, why was the cold-hearted billionaire the one who thawed my frozen heart? Would I be able to protect myself from the cold hearted Alexander Markos? *** I do not own any rights to the cover picture, I would like to give credit to the photographer and the website***

"What are you?" "Lethal." • • • Humans and Creatures. That's what mankind has come to. Some humans were locked up as infants and genetically altered for the purpose of making a stronger specie, and now their offspring have to be tested to see if they are safe to put out into the real world. Having been locked up in secure facility all of his life, Charlie is to be the first Creature to step outside into the real world. New to the world and to humans who aren't trying to poke a needle in him, he's scared as to what it has to offer. But also curious. Assigned to watch the first Creature and introduce him into modern world, Carly has gotten quite the job. He is like a giant 6'7 baby, and she has to teach him everything from eating with cutlery, to learning natural human behavior, to understanding such a difficult thing as love. He was just supposed to be an assignment, but the more time her and Charlie spend together, the more Carly had to admit he was so much more than just a Creature. Charlie is a brilliant, fast learning, curious specie with a big appetite, so what do you think will happen when such a creature is introduced to a thing like sex? One can only imagine...

Blood and Roses, originally known as His Angel. This is the story of Alessio's parents from The Mafia and His Angel. Please note that you should read The Mafia and His Angel first to avoid major spoilers. Recommended to 17+ due to mature content. (This book has been taken down. Only 4 chapters are available as a preview)

"How long have you worked here?" Logan felt her heart slam against her chest as he approached, closing the distance between them. "A few weeks. I was here... We spoke..." "You're the servant who walked in on me," Nicholas said, his lips curling into a smirk. "Yes, that was me." Logan gasped when his hands wrapped around her wrists. "What are you doing, Mr. Wilder?" "Next time you walk into my room like that, I'll bend you over and show you what a real punishment is." She couldn't breathe. She didn't even dare as he released her then stalked away as if he had not just threatened her.

Chase Ashton Knight is the heir of Knight Corporation. He is a serious businessman as well as a famous playboy. He is a handsome, arrogant, stubborn, and intelligent man. Chase met many women. But he couldn't forget the only girl that caught his attention. This girl was a childhood friend. Aria Collins is a beautiful, innocent, stubborn, and intelligent woman. She and Chase had known each other since their childhood. Chase was her first and only love. One night, Chase's sister planned to leave them alone on Aria's birthday. This night changed their lives. Will Chase accept his feelings for Aria?