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The Love Hack by SuperheroesAndSprite
SuperheroesAndSprite
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When freelance programmer Arty hacks into his own matchmaking app to pair himself with his crush, he enlists the reluctant help of his best friend Ben-whose feelings for Arty might run a little bit deeper than "just friends"-forcing him to confront whether true love is closer than expected. Standalone in the Mismatched series *** Arty Mavety believes love is a formula waiting to be solved, and he's determined to prove it by hacking into the matchmaking app he's developing to pair himself with his crush Leo, a neighborhood barista who barely knows Arty exists. Arty ropes in his best friend Ben Himmel, cashing in a favor-though they both know that Ben would've helped him anyway. Ben wants to be a good friend and support Arty's misguided mission, but there's one small problem-he's got long-buried feelings for Arty, and they're starting to bubble to the surface. As Arty's idealized romance with Leo threatens to unravel his friendship with Ben, he begins to realize true love can't be engineered. And sometimes, it's way closer than expected.
Crave For You by iyahartwrites
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In the aftermath of Sofia's betrayal that tears apart everything she built with her fiancé, Gabriel, the unexpected reappearance of her once-dead lover brings in new challenges in their world of lust, lies, secrets, and violence. Season 2 of Possession *** Sofia has spent months believing that her first love, Dante, was dead, but now she finds herself in his care and estranged from her fiery fiance, Gabriel. Their union was arranged and never what either of them wanted, but the electric connection between Sofia and Gabriel won't be denied so easily. Sofia still longs for Gabriel, despite a reunion with Dante that should be a dream come true. And Gabriel finds it impossible to forget Sofia even if the family's interests mean he must immediately garner another fiancee. But even as they struggle with their emotions, there are still many dangerous secrets that bind Sofia, Gabriel, and Dante, which if discovered will further upend their entire world.
Deadly Obsession by Shamyah321
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Gabrielle Lane, a very colorful and joyous woman with a big heart. She was never one to judge, spread rumors, or stay mad at someone for over a day. Closing up her shop one night she was bombarded by three men. Elijah Knight, a cold and dangerous man who never cared for anyone except his crew. A job gone wrong have him meet the the caring and sweet Gabrielle. He instantly disliked the young girl, hating everything about her. But when his hate turns into something more... something deeper, will he be able to control the obsession he soon has over her Warning: This is a dark novel and will have a lot of mature scenes. It will have also a lot of disturbing scenes such as violence, abuse, and other sensitive topics. This is not for people with soft hearts. Meant for 18+
How to Rob a Billionaire by HollyShmit
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Beth Corday never expected that accidentally stealing from crime boss Rob B. Illion would land her in a dangerously intimate contract with him. With her life on the line, can she make him fall in love with her? Season 1 of How to Rob a Billionaire Series. *** At just twenty-three years old, Beth Corday has mastered the art of thievery to pay the debts her mom left behind. Once she completes her biggest mission yet, by stealing from the mysterious billionaire, Rob B. Illion, she's thrilled by the forty million dollars she acquires...Until she realizes Mr B. Illion has no problem with killing for revenge. Now trapped in the deadly world of this ruthless crime boss, Beth silently vows to make him regret the day he crossed her path. Rob B. Illion doesn't think twice about the young woman who stumbled into his arms, until he discovers his forty-million-dollar watch is gone. When Rob proposes a deal to Beth to work for him in exchange for her life, he realizes she's his best shot at taking down his rivals. When he moves Beth under his roof, he also discovers she's incredibly smart, sly, and impossible to trust... And now she's all he can think about. As their dangerous game unfolds, they find themselves drawn to each other in ways they never expected. But can Beth steal Rob's heart before it's too late?
Strip for the Devil 2 by letsgohomehidee
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In a world ruled by crime, Isaac finds himself irresistibly drawn to mafia boss Lucien Royce, who is willing to risk his empire and life to be with him. Season 2 of Strip for the Devil *** Lucien Royce, the mafia boss of New York's Red District, never planned on rescuing Isaac North from a life of debt, and certainly didn't bank on falling in love with him. Now, Lucien's most dangerous enemies plot to exploit Lucien's feelings for Isaac, forcing Isaac to flee to Italy. Determined not to lose him, Lucien tracks Isaac down to prove his love, but in doing so, risks losing everything he's worked so hard to build. As their feelings deepen, Isaac struggles with the moral conflict of loving a man who lives in violence, while Lucien begins to question the cost of his empire. With Lucien's lieutenants, Elijah and Rocco, and Isaac's best friend Jubilee caught in the turmoil, Lucien must decide if he can sacrifice his criminal empire for love, and will it be enough to build a future together? Will they find a way to escape the underworld, or will Lucien's past destroy them both?
Submitting to the Mafia King by IvetoR
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Sheltered art student Olivia will do anything to find her missing brother, even if it means infiltrating London's most exclusive sex club, run by the Moretti crime family. Thrust into a seductive world of wealth, power and sinful fantasies as L'Ombra's newest waitress, she catches the eye of the club's ruthless owner-Luca Moretti, the mafia king himself. A prime suspect in Noah's disappearance, the dangerously alluring Luca represents everything she fears and desires. His touch ignites a fire within her, awakening a hunger for submission and pleasure she never knew existed. He also happens to be the only person who can help her find the answers she needs. Trust is a luxury, and deception lurks at every corner, yet Olivia's closeness to Luca makes her question everything she thought she knew about the Moretti mafia boss...and herself. Standalone in the Sinful Fantasies series WARNING: This story contains content that may not be suitable for some readers.
Regency Romance: The Earl's Obsession (Historical Romance) (COMPLETED) by charlottestonebooks
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(COMPLETED) It's 1817 and there is nothing more a woman wants than to marry a rich man and live a life of comfort. But not Nancy Brooks. Having spent half her life helping her mother run her laundry shop and the other half in the local library, Nancy knows what she wants, and it is not a life spent looking for the perfect suitor. Things take a turn when she delivers clothes to one of the schools she always dreamed of attending and ends up saving the day. Lord Andrew Montgomery rules almost every place he sets foot in-one of the perks of being the son of the most powerful duke of the time-and this includes Oxford. Violent and aggressive, he vows to make the life of every student who dares defy him miserable. However, when he targets the new (and first) girl at Oxford, his obsession becomes a little more than just making her life miserable. It began, he would later speculate, with a shout: the simple sound of someone shouting at him-for the first time in his life. It began, she would later speculate, with a catch: the simple movement of strong arms, breaking her fall, catching her midway. But after that, there would come many more events, and ones not too keen on bringing them together. What will they do when a powerful duchess steps in, when it seems every person is working to keep them apart? This is a story of betrayal and love, because they are not so different after all...
Mystic Obsession by tarawrts
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Alvin Romano an Italian ruthless mafia and a successful businessman. A billionaire who is no less than an animal. He doesn't hesitate to kill a person and make his life hell. His world is full of dark secrets and illegal works. But his world turns upside down when he meets his ultimate vicious obsession. Ishita Kapoor a writer, who is escaping from reality. She left her home country to find her solace and ultimate peace. She hates Illegal works and mafia's. This dark world is the sole reason she is here. Wandering in delusions and hope one day her life will be normal but her hopes shattered when she met her enormous fear. Her nightmare changed into reality. He is fire and she is water, their purpose and dreams are parallel to each other. Will they be able to find their peace or will they be entangled in their own created illusions.
The Erotic Artiste (AMBW) by _yveschanelle_
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A struggling painter crosses paths with a mysterious art collector who offers her a chance at success in exchange for indulging his unconventional desires. Season 1 of The Erotic Artiste Series *** Evelyn Ali is a talented yet struggling painter yearning for recognition. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with the enigmatic and wealthy Japanese-American art collector, Hiro Akeno. Drawn to Eve's raw talent and untapped sensuality, Akeno offers her a tantalizing proposition: he promises to catapult her career to unimaginable heights in exchange for indulging his unconventional desires. Intrigued and enticed by the allure of success, Eve embarks on a thrilling and perilous path of sensual exploration. As Eve delves deeper into Akeno's world, she discovers hidden desires within herself that she never knew existed. But as she immerses herself in this intoxicating world, she must confront her own fears and insecurities. Will she be able to navigate the fine line between her artistic integrity and the demands of Akeno's unconventional desires? And as her heart becomes entangled with his, will she lose herself in the pursuit of both artistic success and passionate love?
Tempting | My Brother's Best Friend [18+] by lost-blueberries
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After an unexpected ceiling collapse sends her apartment into chaos, Madelaine Grayson ends up living with her brother - and dangerously close to his tattooed, way-too-charming roommate. He's off-limits... but resisting him might be impossible. *** When Madelaine Grayson's bathroom ceiling caves in, it's not just drywall that crumbles. It's her entire world. Forced to move in with her brother, she finds herself swept up in the chaos of his new protective attitude - especially when it comes to his tattooed roommate, Noah Laurier. Noah is the epitome of perfection: sweet, hot, and embedded into every thought Madelaine has. But he's forbidden, and the closer she gets, the harder he is to resist. Well... what her brother doesn't know can't hurt him, right? *** "Matt's sister, I presume?" He walks towards the couch and my eyes widen. He's tall. I thought I was tall but this man could tower me, and when he reaches a hand towards me, there's an intricate clock tattooed on the back of his hand and his fingers have bones tattooed over them. This man is not human. He's tall and angular and dripping with sex appeal. This man is hot. Capital H, capital O, capital T. I don't think I've ever seen a human being so attractive. All I can think about as I force myself to keep my eyes on the screen is the feel of his jaw beneath my hand, and it takes everything in me not to look back at him.