Vasili Markov, a Russian military captain, is sent on a covert mission with his team to the Romanian border, far from home and deep into enemy territory. His objective: to investigate a series of war crimes tied to a dangerous conspiracy that threatens global stability. As he navigates the treacherous landscape, his team is ambushed, and many of his men are killed. Alone, with only a weak radio, a map, and his handgun, Vasili is forced to rely on his skills to survive. In the midst of the chaos, he encounters Killian Gallagher, an Irish soldier with his own agenda. Though they initially distrust each other, the two men realize that they must work together to escape the borderlands alive. As the mission spirals out of control, Vasili must push forward, knowing that failure could have catastrophic consequences for not only Russia but the entire world. With every step, the line between ally and enemy blurs, and Vasili is forced to confront the harsh reality that some battles can never be won. The border is just the beginning of a much darker war.

Ari and Soren's adventures continue as Soren struggles with his new vampiric urges and a coven of witches attempts to recruit Ari for their own ends. ***** As dark dreams plague Soren, Ari finds his new abilities difficult to control. Something is awakening within him, and as his power grows, he attracts the attention of a group of witches who call themselves the Hecataeon. They believe Ari is an emanation of the goddess Hecate - a physical manifestation of her power - and they want that power for themselves. With their relationship facing challenges from within, Ari and Soren must find a way to unite their strengths before external forces tear them apart. - NOTE: This book is the sequel to Bound by Blood. - Content Warning: Light violence, language, and sexuality. PG-13 Cover designed by Adam Budny

Eliana Gale has always walked alone-until a violent encounter on a quiet night pushes her into a life she never imagined. Determined to take control of her safety and her future, she becomes a police officer, confronting danger head-on. But when a mysterious and protective stranger named Dominic enters her life, trust becomes a fragile thing. He's secretive, charming, and a magnet for both trouble and desire. As the two grow closer, their connection is tested by shadows from the past and a lurking threat that refuses to stay hidden. In a city where danger hides in plain sight, Eliana must balance her heart with her instincts, and decide who is truly on her side. Can she let herself be vulnerable, or will the shadows between them consume everything she's fought to protect?

After seventeen years of living in the darkness, Elijah Harris was finally free and intent on discovering and seeing the world in his own eyes. On the other hand, Devon Slane wanted none other than to cage his jaded heart and trap himself in the darkness after being betrayed by his loved one. One seeks freedom, while the other wants to shut himself from the world. Two people as opposite as the magnetic poles crossed their paths and sparks flew. Will Elijah be the one to save Devon from the shackles the latter willingly put on himself, or will Elijah be thrown again into the darkness as his past began to chase him? MistressElle, 2021 Tags: #15 in bl

Watty Winners Reading Event: Read like a winner 🔥 The year's Watty Award-winning stories just got even better. From December 4-14, the more you read, the bigger the rewards: 📖 30 mins = 1 entry to win 150 Coins 💫 60 mins = 1 entry to win 1 month of Premium 15,000 readers will score epic prizes. Start reading and see how high you can climb. Camilo Carter is The Doctor of East Hadena, one of the deadliest serial killers the city has ever seen. He's excellent at what he does, with no signs of getting caught any time soon. He thinks he has it all figured out, sees himself as almost bulletproof. He's never slipped up, never come remotely close. Camilo is untouchable. That is, until the really hot lead investigator of his case moves in across the hall. ~ "Perfect," he tells me, tone low. My heart practically stops beating in my chest. "I meant you're perfect." Decari doesn't know. He has no idea how untrue that is, how far off. He doesn't know, and he can't know. He can't ever fucking find out! He just can't, and I'm terrified that if I let this continue any longer... I'll get too comfortable. Too secure. I can never allow myself to doubt his loyalty to the law. If I'm to give in, I need to promise myself that. I take a step forward, and we're so close like this that I can feel the heat of his body. I finally move my gaze up to his eyes, which look a lot darker like this. He is entirely focused on me, and I don't think he even realizes he does it, but his hand drops from my face and finds its way to my hip a moment later. The world seems to disappear as I look into his eyes, deciding to warn him one last time. "You'll change your mind." [WATTYS 2025 WINNER] ~ [WARNINGS: smut, gore, some heavy topics like torture and sexual assault, morally grey characters (the usual)(I mean it's a book about a serial killer..)]

Harlan has a unique power, one that makes him see things others cant, and therefore got him thrown in an asylum when he was only a child. Now he's a reluctant hero, thrust into the profession since he lacked any other option. He's amazing at his job, and six years into his work, is the sidekick to one of the most notable heroes of his generation: Lavina. Unfortunately, he also hates being a hero, but there's one thing that makes it worth it. The numbered. A series of villains who appeared out of nowhere and have an exceptional skill at avoiding the law, heroes, and just generally winning or evading consequences. Consequences, which are the only part of Harlan's job he enjoys. Harlan wants to find the root of it all more than anything, and he's beginning to get close. He intends to find out at any cost. He intends to win at any cost. That, he's sure of. His drive is unmatched. Until something entirely foreign to him gets involved: Feelings. [WARNINGS: smut, gore, swearing, some heavy topics, morally grey characters (the usual)]

Jeff wakes up with half his eyes, memories, career, and in front of the magenta-eyed nurse, Omar, who seems way much more than he looks. Omar, as a failed experiment himself, is indifferent, wants nothing to do with the broken sergeant, and thinks Jeff personifies his bitter past. However, this is the military, amidst friends and foes, within the breath of death. This blood-red rose will bloom only on one condition. Guts.

Jasper Hughes is dead. Or his body is, anyway. Now he's stuck sharing one with Oliver Adams, a telepath with a big heart and an even bigger knack for getting himself into trouble. Jasper and Oliver are going to need to learn to work together fast if they're to have any hope of surviving what's to come. (Shoutout to @BlueBlackInk for the cover!)

Sure, Cole dreamed of a knight in shining armor showing up to make it all go away, but that was how he ended up in this situation - dancing and turning tricks - in the first place. So even though his latest client, Gideon, seemed to fit the bill, he did not let himself hope. But when meddling family members force them together, he is thrown into a dangerous world of ulterior motives where they might just be able to discover a true connection. This is a mature mxm mafia novel. It contains mature language, explicit sex with BDSM themes, and other mature situations and themes. All characters (and readers too, please!) are 18+. The first draft is finished, and I plan to upload chapters as I edit. Posting schedule as of now (optimistically) is every couple of days.

Charlie was used to running. He ran from his past, then his family and now, after dumping his criminal boyfriend, he was running from the mafia. With nowhere to go and no one left to save him, he found himself arrested for a petty crime and facing jail once again. Thankfully, the victim of his failed crime turns out to be the manager of a small-time D-Ball team in the Deep South. Recognising Charlie, the man's daughter offers him a second chance at glory in the vicious game. He accepts and travels to Louisiana with the pair, hoping to lose his ex along the way. Joining the Tremaine Wildes was no easy task. His coach was abrasive, his teammates downright dangerous, and the insects of the swamp bigger than he expected. But he was determined to make it work and start a new life -one free from who he once was. If only one of his teammates, the insufferable 5ft French-Cajun August Mane, was not determined to see him go mad before the state championship... TW: Abuse, violence, sex and death.