In a world of power and desire, trust is a dangerous game. Thomas "Kade" Kinkaid thought he had left danger behind when he left the Rangers, but when he's tasked with taking charge of the Empyrean Club, he realizes he's jumped out of the frying pan and into the fire. When the mistress of the club disappears, Kade must step up and run the high-end establishment. But when a blood-soaked knife is plunged into the club's door, Kade knows he's in over his head. Desperate for help, Kade turns to up-and-coming cop Jessica Lawson. Together, they race to uncover the truth behind the attack before it's too late. As they delve deeper into the seedy underbelly of the city, Kade finds himself drawn to Jessica's strength and determination. He senses something in her, a dominant energy that he can't resist. As Kade tries to pull out the leader inside Jessica, they grow closer and the chemistry between them ignites. But when their search for the truth takes a dangerous turn, they must decide whether to trust each other completely or risk everything in a game where power and desire blur the lines of trust. Will Kade and Jessica's dangerous attraction lead them to the truth, or will it tear them apart and put everything they've worked for in jeopardy?

When hidden desires meet danger, trust becomes a dangerous game. Dr. Jillian Hart is a highly skilled counselor who has spent her career helping others navigate their complex emotional lives. But when it comes to her own love life, she's at a loss. That is until her friend Samantha convinces her to step out of her comfort zone and attend the exclusive Empyrean Club, a secretive establishment where hidden desires and passions run rampant. At the club, Jillian meets Ian Breckenridge, the chivalrous security guard who's drawn to Jillian's intelligence and beauty. Despite their mutual attraction, Ian struggles to take charge of the whip-smart woman he's saved from unwanted attention, the way he truly wants.. Together, they navigate the dangerous waters of a power dynamic that threatens to consume them both, all while exploring the dark corners of their own desires. But as they explore their hidden desires, their professional and personal lives collide, and they find themselves in the middle of a dangerous game where secrets, lust, and power are the ultimate currency. Can they keep their passions a secret, or will their desires be exposed to the world? As their relationship grows more intense, Jillian and Ian must navigate the treacherous waters of love, power, and desire in a world where trust is a dangerous game. Will they be able to keep their desires hidden and find their true selves, or will their passions destroy everything they've worked for?

Will Atlas risk everything for love, even when danger is lurking in the shadows? Behind the masks of the Empyrean Club, love and danger collide. Atlas Devereaux had her world well balanced, at least from the outside, until Reece Gabriel turned her life upside down with a stolen kiss at a masked gala. But when a spurned client's obsession turns dangerous and Atlas receives blue roses with threatening notes, she realizes that her carefully crafted life is unraveling at the seams. Despite her fears, she keeps the stalking a secret from everyone, unsure how to keep everyone in her world safe without her past choices coming back to haunt her. With a stalker bent on revenge, Atlas tries to keep both her worlds from colliding. She questions if the masks she wears are enough to protect her from the dangers lurking in the shadows. With the stalker's messages becoming more sinister by the day, Atlas must face the harsh truth that her two worlds are about to collide, and the consequences could be deadly. Welcome to the Empyrean Club, where masks hide more than just faces. Will Atlas be able to outwit her stalker and keep herself and those she loves safe, or will her past decisions come back to haunt her in the most dangerous way possible?

Melanie is an ambitious journalist ready to make a name for herself at one of Canada's most prestigious news agencies. But when her handsome one-night stand turns out to be her new boss, all of Melanie's careful plans come tumbling down. ***** Melanie Collins has dreamed of being a successful journalist for as long as she can remember, and with her new job at The Press, that goal is finally within her reach. That is, until she meets her new boss. Not only is Gavin Stone sinfully handsome and incredibly charming - he's also the hot stranger she had a one-night stand with 2 days ago. With both their careers on the line, Melanie and Gavin know that anything more than a professional relationship is strictly off limits. But the more time they spend together, the more their connection becomes all-consuming, and Melanie finds herself forced to choose between her dream career and the most intense love she's ever known. [Word count: 200,000 - 250,000] Cover designed by Ren T [Winner of the 2020 Readers Choice Awards for Best Mature Story & Best Overall Story] [Winner of the Wattpad After Dark Show Us Your Story Contest]

[completed] Where do you go when you can't go home? Simply put, a crescendo is a building of intensity. Jules Calhoun is ready to begin her crescendo; Theo Bryne has been trying to move on from his. When the two come together, will they find the perfect harmony, or will they drown in a clash of discordant notes? Take a peek inside to find out if the soundtrack to the journey on which these two embark ends with a blissful duet or a mournful requiem. This dual perspective novel holds a story of rebellion, loss, love, and finding what truly makes you happy. I hope you'll join me on this next adventure! [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]] Praise from my lovely readers: @docistheboss: "Your writing is so beautiful! It touches every string of emotion in me." @ajokemiowon: "Your updates make my weekends, the fact I know you're gonna update just keeps me going through the week." @ronaeleyoj: "YOUR UPDATES LITERALLY MAKE MY DAY. My day gets ten times better every time I see the notification on my lock screen." As always, thank you to each and every one of you who helps support my most favorite hobby! :) #148 in Romance on 11/20/17! Featured in the Romance Category on 10/31/17! All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or copied without the expressed written permission of the author. If you are reading this work in any format other than the one presented here, you and whoever reproduced it are in violation of US and international copyright laws. Please inform me of any instances of my work appearing outside of my Wattpad profile. Thank you. This is a work of fiction, and any resemblance to actual persons (living or dead) or events is simply coincidental. All characters, names, places, businesses, events, and incidents are products of my wild imagination. Copyright © 2017. All rights reserved.

Damaged by a childhood accident, the goddess of nightmares faces her toughest challenge yet; to lure the god of the underworld away from his new queen. ***** The underworld can be a lonely place - even for a god. Melinoe knows this better than anyone. With a father who doesn't claim her and a childhood accident that left her changed, she has spent an eternity feeling neglected. Of course, a clever goddess always finds ways to entertain herself, and luring Hades into bed is her favorite pastime. But Hades has a new queen, and Melinoe feels like a discarded glove. So, what's a neglected witch to do but break up the perfect pair. And Melinoe knows just the incubus to do it. WATTYS 2018 LONGLISTER! This is a Lexi & Hades Novella. If you seek more background on these characters, refer to Morgan Rider's novel LEXI'S UNDOING and its sequels to learn where it all began. COPYRIGHT NOTICE: This work is owned by the author. If you attempt to plagiarize there's no telling what wicked trick might be played on you. IN OTHER WORDS: If you find this story on any online platform other than WATTPAD, the author did not allow this. You may also be exposing yourself to malware. If you wish to read this story in its original, safe form, do it here on WATTPAD. CONTENT WARNING: Some chapters include a bit of steam. Look for a heads-up. COVER ART for this story was done by FantasyBookCoversbyA on Etsy

The new queen of the underworld is put through her paces when a prophecy foretells a future in which she's responsible for the survival of the gods. ***** There are certain things we just cannot plan for, and Lexi discovers this when a strange phenomenon plagues the Titans of Mount Olympus. While the gods play it off, citing their immortality will save them, Lexi is determined to find the cause and reverse the damage. But that is not the only phenomenon she is managing, as she and Hades plan for something neither one expected to happen so soon. COPYRIGHT NOTICE: This work is owned by the author. Please do not attempt to plagiarize or the monsters of Tartarus will eat you. IN OTHER WORDS: If you find this story on any platform other than WATTPAD, I did not allow this. You may also be exposing yourself to malware. If you wish to read this story in its original, safe form, do it here on WATTPAD. CONTENT WARNING: Chapters with steamier scenes will be labeled as such. If you have already read books one and two, I expect you will be eagerly awaiting them. COVER ART for this story and the rest of the Lexi series was done by @arpeggio-

After falling in love with Hades and moving to the underworld, an ambitious, untried demigoddess makes a bid for the position of queen. ******* In the sequel to LEXI'S UNDOING, Lexi ditches her old life to live with her handsome god in his castle of the dead. Actually, the place is not so bad, and she forms a bond with some of the inhabitants who have suffered under the rule of their oppressors. Lexi's compassionate nature doesn't let their exploitation go unchecked, and egos fly when she challenges the gods to change their evil ways. Oh, and there's also the matter of Hades's mate to manage. CONTENT WARNING: This story may offend the sensibilities of those unfamiliar with the sexual exploits of the gods. I suggest you drop your inhibitions at the door and embrace your inner nymph. COPYRIGHT NOTICE: This work is owned by the author. Please do not attempt to plagiarize or Zeus will strike you down with a lightning bolt. IN OTHER WORDS: If you find this story on any platform other than WATTPAD, I did not allow this. You may also be exposing yourself to malware. If you wish to read this story in its original, safe form, do it here on WATTPAD. COVER ART for this story and the rest of the Lexi series was done by @arpeggio-

A collection of one-shots centred around romantic entanglements.

Alice wants advice. Eli wants to get a grip on his feelings for her. But they may no longer qualify as 'just friends' if Eli gives Alice the practical advice she's asking for. WARNING: This features mature content, for ages 18+. [COMPLETED]