I dragged my nails lightly over his chest, slow, my eyes locked on his. "You told me I was in control, remember?" My voice dipped lower, sultry, daring. I leaned close enough that my lips brushed his ear. "Then say it, baby. Say you're my bitch." A dark laugh rumbled from his lips, low and sinful, the kind that made my stomach flip. His eyes didn't waver, didn't blink. "I'm your bitch," he said...calm, but hot as fuck. The words rolled off his tongue like he'd been waiting to say them, and God, the way he said it almost made me melt right there.

One night changed everything. Piper Collins never planned on getting involved with Hudson Hayes-the hockey team captain with his future already set. But after a party, a secret, and one life-changing mistake... nothing is the same. Now she's pregnant. And he's the father. Between school pressure, hockey rivals , and a future neither of them are ready for, they'll have to figure out if love is enough to hold them together. Because growing up is hard... but becoming a family is even harder.

❝𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐦𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐭, 𝚴𝐞𝐫𝐨.❞ A shudder ran down Nero's spine as she watched the man before her lean back against his office chair, spread his bulky thighs, and tip his head back as he watched her with those sultry eyes of his. She knew it was wrong to want him, that wanting him would only bring her trouble, yet she found her mouth salivating at the mere sight of him. It was unfair how attractive he was. "Why? You didn't let me cum yesterday." His eyebrow twitched, the corner of his lips tipping in amusement. "Only good girls get to cum, diavolina." ❦ It was never Nero Rothschild's intention to find herself as the central figure in every fantasy of the don of the most influential and dangerous mafia in New York. Especially when said man also happened to be Niccolò Lyon, the rival of the Lucchese family she was forced to work for. After generations of conflict, the two mafias had finally settled their issues by arranging the marriage of Niccolò Lyon with the cousin of the Lucchese heir-a marriage that would save thousands of lives from dying in the meaningless war. Everyone knew the importance of the marriage, understanding what it meant for the future of the underworld. Everyone but Niccolò, it seemed. The day Niccolò Lyon saw Nero Rothschild, he knew he had to have her, to possess her. He found himself pining after her attention, her touch, and her lips. He knew he was wrong to want the girl so badly. She had already been claimed by his rival despite wanting nothing to do with the lovesick man. The fact only made Niccolò desire the little devil even more, especially when he found out that the Lucchese family had gone against their promise of peace by hiring her to coldheartedly murder him. He needed to have her, to make her his, and to own her. Fiancée be damned.

"Oh, little crybaby, you don't know what you're asking me for," Gabriel spoke darkly. His gazed shifted, boring into me as his breath mingled with mine. "You sit here in your little school uniform with a damn cross hanging from your neck...," he paused, his eyes narrowing as they burned through me. "Not even understanding what you're asking me while your daddy sits at home wondering why his little girl isn't back yet. I don't fuck little girls." I choked out a sob, his fingers flexing around my throat "Run, piagnona," he warned lowly, "Run as fast as you can and pray I don't catch you again cause I can promise that I won't deny myself the pleasure of ruining you a second time." ------------------ A story in which a catholic school girl becomes obsessed with the walking devil reincarnate - an Italian mob boss who loves the idea of ruining her just a little too much. Clementine wants nothing more than to be good, but his temptation is just so sweet. Gabriel wouldn't usually be so captivated by a little church girl, but who was he to deny himself the pleasure? FMC IS OF AGE!

The Bianchi Legacy Giovanni Bianchi rules the Italian underworld with an iron fist, feared as a ruthless Mafia capo. But at home, his heart belongs to Eliyana-his childhood sweetheart, his queen. Together, they raised four sons: Luciano and Lorenzo, born from reckless young love, and the mischievous twins, Xander and Xavier. For sixteen years, their home was a fortress of loyalty, violence, and love-a kingdom ruled by Eliyana's steady hand. But when an unexpected pregnancy shatters the cycle of generations, the Bianchi men are brought to their knees. Not by bullets. Not by war. But by the one thing none of them ever expected- a daughter.

"𝑯𝒆 𝒘𝒐𝒏 𝒎𝒆 𝒂𝒕 𝒂𝒏 𝒂𝒖𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏, 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒂 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒕𝒚. 𝑵𝒐𝒘 𝒉𝒆 𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒔 𝒎𝒆 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒂𝒎 𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒐𝒏𝒍𝒚 𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒉𝒆." I never thought I'd sell myself to a stranger. But when you are desperate you will do anything to survive. To save my mother from the man who's been destroying her for years, I stepped into the shadows of an exclusive, forbidden auction. My body for a week. Enough money to finally buy our way out. I thought I could handle it. Then Ambrose Blackwell stepped into the room. He didn't just bid, he claimed. I hadn't sold my body instead I had sold my soul. Now, I wear his collar. I kneel when he commands. And every breath I take belongs to him. He's not interested in letting me go. And I'm beginning to realize...I don't want him to. 👑 HIGHEST RANKINGS 👑 #1 in justreadit 08/02/26 #1 in possessive 15/06/26

In a world where gunfire and lullabies share the same night, Sofia and Angelo navigate the tangled balance between Mafia life and tender parenthood. Their love is tested by midnight feeds, security breaches, and the constant weight of protecting their growing family. Between whispered apologies, long nights on high alert, and the soft warmth of their son nestled between them, they fight to hold onto each other-and the fragile peace they're desperate to create. Marriage, mayhem, and motherhood were never meant to coexist... but for them, it's the only way they survive.

Due to the changes being made on this platform, I have made the informed decision after watching a couple commentary videos that I will be moving everything into Tumblr. Below is my Tumblr blog name I hope to see you over there. :) And if not, thank you truly for engaging with any of the things I've posted on here and giving me the courage to adventure into realms that I didn't think I would be allowed to walk in. Xoxo L @ booksthattalkbyl Rue is sweet. Quiet. Off-limits. She's also, a STEM major, curvy, and staying with her best friend's family over winter break. Kevin? Her best friend's older brother. He's 24. Built like a god. A basketball star headed towards the NBA and apparently obsessed. She only meant to check out the noise coming from his room. She didn't expect to hear him groan her name. Or see what he was doing-with her...... She should've left. Should've slammed the door and acted like it never happened. But instead... she walked in. Now their secret is hot, heavy, and impossible to undo-and Kevin doesn't play fair when he wants something. Especially her. This story contains mature themes and is intended for readers 18+. All characters are fictional. Any resemblance to real people, living or dead, is purely coincidental. 📌 If you're reading this story anywhere other than tumblr under the username of the author (booksthattalkbyl), it has been stolen.

New Years, the celebrations of new beginnings, People starting diets, homes, careers the list goes on. For Seirra and Julian it was something big for the both of them, a big responsibility they both wasn't prepared. Will it make them or break them.

Skates, Secrets & Baby Kicks Gracie Sage Swan has spent her whole life avoiding chaos. At just twenty-four, she owns the most loved bakery in the city, lives in a cozy house with her little sister and dog, and stays far away from the drama surrounding her twin brother's famous hockey team. Especially Holden Lopez. Cold. Arrogant. Untouchable. Captain of Team USA. And Freddie Swan's best friend. Holden is everything Gracie knows to avoid - a heartbreak waiting to happen wrapped in broad shoulders, dark eyes, and a dangerous smile. But after one reckless night celebrating a championship win, their worlds collide in a way neither of them can undo. Four months later, Gracie discovers the truth: she's pregnant. Terrified of losing everything, Gracie struggles to tell the father - only for Holden to accuse her of trapping him and Freddie to nearly destroy their friendship with one punch that shakes the entire team. Now trapped between public scandals, family loyalty, and feelings neither of them wanted, Gracie and Holden are forced into each other's lives whether they like it or not. But somewhere between late-night cravings, stolen glances across the rink, protective brothers, chaotic teammates, and the tiny heartbeat that changes everything... the ice around Holden Lopez begins to melt. And for the first time in his life, the captain who feared love might finally be ready to fight for it.