"The rules for a Mafia wife were endless and strict. Once she entered into this life she would never be free. Women in the Mafia were first daughters, then wives, and then mothers; always under the control of a man, always expected to live up to their expectations." A woman who yields to no man, who cannot be obedient, is not made to be a Mafia wife. Liliana Fiorenza, the headstrong granddaughter of a Sicilian Mafia Don, was not made to be a Mafia wife. Yet, she is forced to return to America and marry the infamous and secretive D'Onofrio heir. Marcello D'Onofrio, the heir to the D'Onofrio legacy, has gained himself a reputation for being far more ruthless than his father ever was. He now sits at the head of one of the most powerful American Mafia families in New York, consumed entirely by his work. Until, that is, he is forced to take on a wife - one who fights him at every turn. TW: Contains violence, assault, depression, and covers the topic of suicide. COMPLETED / BEING EDITED

[BOOK TWO] [Completed] [Voted #1 Best Action Story in the 2018 Fiction Awards] When the Russians dismantle one of the largest and fastest growing Italian Mafia family's in the States, war is declared. To avenge their friend's death, a fallen king, a washed up queen, a struggling couple, and a depressed brother must come back together to fight. Through their own series of trials and tribulations, they learn that although they can attempt to fight their own battles, the only way they can overcome them is together. That is when they have the most power. ~ ~ ~ © 2018 taintedkissesxo * cover by lvcianos on instagram *

Whistleblower is now published as a Paperback, and E-book with W by Wattpad Books. As Wattpad reader you can read the original version and get details for Published book inside. ***** A journalism major gets tangled up with the beloved quarterback of her university's football team when she uncovers a scandal involving his coach. ***** Laurel Cates is a people-watcher. She's determined to get through college without stepping on any toes or causing a scene, and so far, it's going pretty well. But when Laurel uncovers a scandal involving the head coach of Garland University's beloved football team, she knows she has to do the right thing. Even if her classmates don't believe her. Even if her boss tries to fire her from the side job she desperately needs. Even if the heart-of-gold quarterback, Bodie St. James, seems hell-bent on hating her for writing the article that got Coach Vaughn put under criminal investigation (a feat which proves difficult when Laurel and Bodie wind up in the same group for a class project in BIO 108: Human Sexuality). ***** (#9 NewAdult, #3 TeenFiction. The Fiction Awards nominee for Best Romance, Best Diverse, and Best Overall. Reader's Choice Award finalist.) © 2020 Kate Marchant

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.

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.

Dante Brown has met many challenges in his life, all of them crumbled beneath the ground he walked. He is arrogant, cunning and brooding. He's on top of the world, a CEO for one of the largest companies in New York City. Nothing was tearing him down. Until her. Amelia Rhodes had been dealt the worst in life. Facing many hardships and a rough past. With no family as a safety net and only the strength of believing in herself, she makes it. She's finally found a decent job and a half decent apartment in the big Apple. When one night forces these two complete opposites together, bound by a contract, both face an even bigger challenge. Hating someone as much as you are falling in love with them. Highest rankings: #1 in Fiction #1 in Arrogant #3 in Enemiestolovers #5 in NewAdult #8 in Chicklit

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.

A genius analyst has to leave her desk behind and team up with the sour Agency hothead to track down her missing partner. ----- Quinn O'Reilly doesn't belong in the field. She's better off as the brilliant intelligence analyst behind some of the Agency's biggest arrests, and more than comfortable surrounded by her screens. Special Agent Cameron Kent, Agent Quinn's primary partner, is the pro carrying out the plans formulated with Quinn's brainpower. She's the closest thing to family Quinn's ever had. She's also missing, having dropped off the map in the middle of an undercover operation. There is no one better suited to find Cam than Quinn. There is no one better suited than Gavin Locke, agency hothead, to protect her in the meantime. With clues left all around the world, this unlikely pair will have to pick up the pace to find Cam in time - and avoid killing each other in the process. It's time for Special Agent O'Reilly to step forward - and into the field. ----- standalone, 150k words completed