Forced into a marriage neither of them wanted, a fierce Greek mafia princess and a ruthless Sicilian underboss must navigate a storm of power, passion, and betrayal-only to discover that their greatest battle might be against their own hearts. *** They hated each other from the moment they met, but little did they know, they were destined to be together. Millicent Rhea Darmos: Princess of the Greek Mafia. At 25 years old, she's established herself as a self proclaimed boss bitch, running her own publishing company. But now it's time she fulfils her duty to her family's organisation. It's time she gets married. Costantino Salvatore Accardi: Underboss and Heir to the Sicilian Mafia. At 28 years old, he has no interest in settling down-he already has it all. He believes in family above all, so why bring in an outsider? Yet, after a strange string of events, the two of them find themselves thrust into married life. It's full of chaos, drama and all kinds of tension. The question is, how do they survive their marriage and the storm that follows? *** "I've never kissed anyone." My voice trembled with a tinge of vulnerability - something I hated. But Costa didn't seem to mind that I was nervous or anxious. "Good. You're mine." He spoke so seriously, without a flicker of doubt as he took my hand in his. "So you want it be special, principessa?" "Every girl's first kiss is special." I whispered, watching as he brought my hand up to his lips. "I only care about yours."

𝔸 𝕤𝕨𝕖𝕖𝕥 𝕒𝕟𝕕 𝕤𝕥𝕖𝕒𝕞𝕪 ℂ𝕙𝕣𝕚𝕤𝕥𝕞𝕒𝕤 𝕥𝕒𝕝𝕖 𝕥𝕙𝕒𝕥 𝕨𝕚𝕝𝕝 𝕜𝕖𝕖𝕡 𝕪𝕠𝕦 𝕨𝕒𝕣𝕞 𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕤 𝕙𝕠𝕝𝕚𝕕𝕒𝕪 𝕤𝕖𝕒𝕤𝕠𝕟. From the moment she started working at Freshmart, Octavia has been in love with Caleb Dale. For seven years, she's kept her feelings carefully under wraps because he once made it clear nothing would ever happen; she's too young and he's her boss. But on Christmas eve, just as she's ready to let go of him and move on with her life, the weather gets in the way. Being snowed in with him at work changes everything. As the night evolves, it becomes evident to Octavia that Caleb might like her more than he lets out. When the truth breaks, they make a deal: for as long as the blizzard casts them away from the rest of the world, they agree to give in to their deepest desires. Will they want more, when the snow starts melting in the morning?

(SAMPLE) Available in Paperback and Kindle Unlimited. Cassie, a famous singer tossed into an arranged marriage with a powerful billionaire to save her reputation, finds herself developing an unexpectedly strong bond with her new husband and the child he's raising. ***** Cassie Castillo's reputation has seen better days. Through a series of misunderstandings and missteps, she's been labeled public enemy number one by every entertainment magazine in the country. So when she's offered a solution to her problems, she can't help but accept, even when it means tying herself to a handsome and mysterious stranger. Lucas Klein is a powerful billionaire who controls the nation's most influential media company, and he's willing to help her...if she becomes his wife. She thought that their marriage would be hell, but the longer she stays with him and his young nephew, the more she begins to question her feelings. Why does Lucas seem to understand her more than anyone else? And why does she feel such a strong connection to the child? Nothing is what Cassie thought it would be, but she'll quickly learn love can hide in the most unexpected places. ***** THE KLEINS SERIES BOOK #1 Content warning: Story contains references to parental abuse and eating disorders

A honeymoon should be one of the most romantic experiences of your life. For Emilee Sanders, it was - it just wasn't with her husband. ***** An anxious paralegal finds herself where no bride should be on the week of her wedding. Single. Stuck taking a honeymoon alone, Emilee Sanders finds herself trapped at a Bali beach resort that's spilling with couples and romance. However, she's not the only single person on this beach. Mysterious and gorgeous Logan Hodge, a newly graduated physician, is on his own solo vacation to escape realities from back home. Shielding their true identities from each other, the two create new ones as Emmy and Hodge - a couple celebrating their honeymoon. The two weeks of steamy, romantic bliss should end with no more than fake names and lone trips home to their real lives, but life may have more in store for them. Content/Trigger Warning: the story contains scenes of mature sexual content and possibly triggering content around rape. [[word count: 150,000-200,000 words]] Cover designed by April Alforque

{THIS BOOK IS SELF-PUBLISHED!! If you want to read a newer improved version you can read it in paperback or kindle (ku) on amazon!!} Getting stuck in the elevator with a famous hockey player was an accident, but falling in love is a choice. ***** Josie Scott was looking forward to a normal Friday evening of red wine and TV on her couch, but the building elevator had other ideas. Stuck in a tiny space with hockey star Wyatt Boone, they get to know each other to pass the time. But Josie never expected a little flirtation to turn into a steamy romance, an onslaught of paparazzi, and strangest of all: self-acceptance. [[word count: 80,000-90,000 words] Cover designed by Adam Budny {BOOK 1 OF THE FALLING SERIES} {BOOK 2-FEAR OF INTIMACY} {BOOK 3-FEAR OF LOVE}

When yet another curveball puts Andy and Lex's relationship into serious jeopardy, the stakes become higher than they've ever been, forcing the couple to fight not only for their love but also for their lives. • - • - • - • - • - • - • - • Life seems hell-bent on keeping Andy Walker from the man she loves. So, when Lex's mysterious past lands him in a new nightmare, she's determined to do whatever it takes to save him. But as disagreements and fear threaten the bond that ties them together, their love is tested like never before. Forced to make a risky call, Andy finds a whole new danger suddenly at their heels. On the run for their lives, they quickly learn trust and forgiveness may be the only thing that can truly save them. Even as old secrets, new enemies and endless danger surround them, one thing is for certain: they're in this together. Loving each other will never be a mistake, but it might be their downfall. • - • - • - • - • - • - • - • Previously a Paid Story. Shortlisted for the Wattys 2022. Book 1 in the Binary Hearts Series. Cannot be read as a standalone. Previously titled Beyond the Lines. Content Warning: This story involves themes and imagery of violence and assault, including the sexual assault and murder of a periphery character.

As it turns out, the man Andy fell in love with is more of a mystery than she first thought. When they give their relationship another chance, it's not long before Lex's secrets begin to unravel, threatening their happily ever after. • - • - • - • - • - • - • - • Heartbroken and miserable, Andrea is trying to get over the man she thought was the love of her life. Seeing Lex at work nearly every day makes it impossible to heal, but the idea of never seeing him again is even worse. Just when she thinks there's no hope of mending their relationship, things take an unexpected turn. Life keeps pushing them together and neither of them has the strength to fight their feelings, even if they know it won't be easy. As complications get in their way, their resolve to find happiness together is tested. Andrea wants to believe a love this deep can survive anything, but can things really work out given how different the two are? • - • - • - • - • - • - • - • Previously a Paid Story. Shortlisted for the Wattys 2022. [[Word count: 250,000 - 300,000]] Book 1 in the Binary Hearts Series. Cannot be read as a standalone. Previously titled Below the Lines.

When Andy starts a complex and steamy love affair with her new boss, she discovers there's more to his arrogant facade than she originally thought. • - • - • - • - • - • - • - • Having secured her dream job at Kelex, a company she's long admired, Andrea "Andy" Walker is more than ready for the next phase of her life. Her career is taking off, she loves her new city, and her colleagues have welcomed her with open arms - including sweet, boyfriend-material Oliver. Everything is perfect, except for her new boss, whose sole purpose seems to be getting under her skin. Alexander "Lex" Coleman is cold and arrogant, but also brilliant and movie-star handsome. To Andy's dismay, it isn't long before she finds herself more affected by him than she'd like. Contending with feelings she's never experienced before, Andy knows it's only a matter of time before temptation wins out. She's playing with fire, but maybe Lex is worth the risk of getting burned. • - • - • - • - • - • - • - • Previously a Paid Story. Featured in many lists, and with two sequels shortlisted for the Wattys 2022! [[Word count: 250,000 - 300,000]] Book 1 in the Binary Hearts Series. Previously titled Between the Lines.

Nina Merigold found her calling. She loves her job as Mr. Blackwood's personal shopper. As his personal shopper, she gets to know all his secrets. She gets a glimpse of his life no one else does and it excites her. Jacob Blackwood gets bored with the women he's dating easily. No one holds his interest. He is searching for the one who gets his heart racing. Then one night at a party he is certain he finally found the one. Yet she is so eager to run away from him. Is that why she intrigues him?