Since high school, Elle has been in a toxic relationship with a psychologically damaging man, who belittles her every move from her weight to her interests. So even when she finally builds up the strength to leave him, his voice stays prominent in her mind. Every waking moment is spent at the gym, dieting and feeling hopeless. Then Mouse appears, teaching a self defence class at her gym. Immediately, his heart is drawn to the gaunt, quiet girl at the back who refuses to make eye contact. But getting Elle to open up and trust him is going to take every ounce of goodness in his heart.

One year of marriage. Two years of silence. And one night that changes everything. Sapphire St. Clair used to believe in fairytales. She thought she'd found hers when Loukas Spiridakou, the ruthless Greek hotel tycoon, swept her off her feet. But fairytales don't usually end in a cold divorce lawyer's office after only twelve months. Two years later, Sapphire has finally rebuilt her life. She's moved on from the heartbreak and the man who shattered her dreams of happily ever after. Or so she thought. Lately, Loukas is everywhere. Every gala, every corner, every shadow-her gorgeous ex-husband is there. He is reigniting an all-consuming desire that never truly died. Sapphire is ready to move on, but Loukas has other plans. And this time, he's not letting her go without a fight.

🔥 A ruthless protector. A reckless survivor. And a war they can't afford to lose. 🔥 Private investigator Sloane Cole knows better than to mix business with pleasure-but that was before Logan Cross stormed back into her life. Hired by the same powerful law firm to handle opposing sides of a dangerous case, their fiery past collides with an even deadlier present. When a corporate investigation leads Sloane straight into the crosshairs of a secretive billionaire with blood on his hands, Logan is the only one standing between her and certain death. But he's not just here to protect her. He's here to claim her. Now, tangled in a web of corruption, betrayal, and raw, unrelenting desire, they'll have to decide: fight together, or burn apart. 🔥 **Dark romance, forced proximity, a relentless alpha, and a heroine who refuses to submit.**🔥 🔪 Trigger Warnings: 🔪 Explicit sexual content (possessive, dominant hero) Violence & action sequences (gunfights, fights, high-stakes danger) Betrayal & corruption (manipulation, blackmail, conspiracy themes) Power imbalances & control themes Toxic past relationships mentioned This book is for readers who love dark, obsessive romance with a side of danger.

She came for the wedding. He came for the job. Neither expected the fire. Sloane Cole is sharp, inked, and untouchable. A former soldier turned cybersecurity specialist, she's in paradise for her best friend's wedding-not for distractions. Logan Cross is ex-military, ex-black ops, and all dominance. At 6'4" of raw power, he's here to run security, not chase a woman. But from the moment he sees Sloane, his mission changes. She's a challenge. He's a man who doesn't ask-he takes. One weekend. One ruthless man. And a vow she won't escape. 🔥 A possessive alpha. A woman who won't be tamed. And a weekend that changes everything. 🔥

Dragons like princesses. Everyone knows that. But the kingdom of Teana is pretty lacking in maids of the royal variety - which must be why Alannah finds herself tied to a pole, surrounded by sheep, and in the most ridiculous white dress she's ever seen. Only she's not a princess; she's a witch. And she's not interested in being another notch on this dragon's belt. All she wants is get back to her Grandmother's shop, and back to her normal life. But she's days from home, and her only assistance is a blundering knight-in-training, a recently captured slave - and the dragon, who follows them around like a curious puppy. A large, dangerous puppy that can look human whenever it chooses - yeah, she's definitely in trouble. BETA/DRAFT: All rights reserved. Visit www.lemedlock.com for information on upcoming stories.

In a political marriage of convenience, Elena Waldic marries Aiden Viscent , a powerful prince, to forge peace between their rival countries. But beneath the royal façade, both harbor deep secrets: Elena seeks revenge for her sister's mysterious death, while Aiden runs the kingdom's dangerous underworld mafia. In a world of lies, betrayal, and royal duty, Elena and Aiden must navigate their complicated feelings-where love and hate blur and trust becomes the most dangerous game of all.

It's 1516 and the Italian Renaissance is booming. Our story starts with two very young different people. Francesca Visconti is a beautiful girl who's able to charm those with her quick wit and unseen intelligence hidden between the layers of thick unruly red hair. Giovanni D'Medici is one hell of a rake who beds any common whore and even his maids. He doesn't believe in love or such and thinks his future bride to be is an ugly hag just as rumours say. In the easiest terms to explain, he's a plain bastard. But everything changes when the two are brought together through the classic means of an arranged marriage. Though with a rake like Giovanni, will Francesca ever feel happiness? Even when he's touching another woman a few rooms next door?

[mature contents] ♚ BOOK 2 Gemini left him for five years. With a four year old son, a job and a house, she was contented with what she has. However, the gang leader wasn't. He wanted to know the reason why she had left him five years ago and answers to the four year old son who resembled him so much.

Leo and I fell in love, and he loved and accepted my little girl as if he was her father. He made it 100% clear that he wanted to marry me and adopt Samantha. As if we couldn't get any happier, I got pregnant -- big surprise. Then his parents, who had adored my daughter, backed away from her since she wasn't their "real" grandchild. But it wasn't until Leo backed off from wanting to adopt my daughter that I realized maybe Leo and I weren't going to have the happily ever after we'd been planning.