"The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all."

I opened the door only to see dozens of police cars in front of the house and that terrifying black truck. I quickly closed the door and looked at the three of them. Rebecca turned and looked at her son and husband. "I had to call. If they traced her back to us they could kill us." Derrek said looking at his mother. "Ahsha if you come out now no one will be hurt. You have my word." I heard him speak with ease. I looked down at Nasir and I knew I couldn't go on the run with an infant. I couldn't let Rebecca or her family get hurt because of me. I sighed kissing Nasir forehead before opening the door. "Ahsha?" I glanced back at Rebecca. "We'll be okay," I said giving her a reassuring nod before stepping outside to face the man who against my better judgment still held my heart. He walked towards me stopping just a few feet in front of me. He stared into my eyes and I watched as they shifted between green and black before they rested on black.

"He fell into despair and lost all hope... For who could ever love a beast?" -Beauty and The Beast ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• When Elle stumbled upon an ad for a stay in chef, she thought the universe had finally tipped in her favor. After graduating from culinary school, she wasn't sure what direction her life would go in... Until she met Stefan DeGramont. At first, he seemed like a cold hearted, presumptuous, egotistical asshole. As she grew to know him... Well... I guess you could add Mafia boss to the list. Now tangled in his crazy Mafia business, will something fragile like her heart, be on the line? Or maybe something more risky, like her life? Could all this be avoided If she can learn to love the man behind the beast... Before it's too late. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• "A thorn defends the Rose. Harming only those that will steal the blossom." **PLEASE Beware: I wrote this a few years ago so the spelling errors are there, and some cringe moments are present. I'll accept all health invoices for any emotional and mental damage inflicted during this read xoxo

A 24yr old woman who has really bad trust issues is about to have her world turned upside down when she meets Romeo Hernandez the most ruthless and controlling man she's ever met... But with a hidden story behind her will she ever open up enough to trust him? *Be warned that there are some sexual scenes and a lot of bad languages throughout. You have been warned... Enjoy ;)*

"Sir. I've done my job. Is there anything else?" I smiled cockily. "I specifically asked for a male driver, you're obviously a woman. I should get a refund for the amount I've paid for this. I'm tired of women trying to do me or manipulate me instead of just doing their jobs." Was he insane? I just had to spell it out for this dumb ass. "Well sir, I have no intention of doing you, manipulating you, much less continuing this conversation with you, I did my job. I assure you I am not interested... Renee's a laid back type a girl and she hates billionaires. Lamar's too arrogant for his own good. Never would he think he would find a black woman who intrigued him like Renee. He realizes she's different from all women period and he wanted her in his life despite all obstacles. But a bad beginning has Renee stubborn to so much as imagine life with a white man. #Interracial love story. Please don't take offense to anything in this book. As long as you are voting, I'm updating.

After several years of training, Kina Padmore is now an official bodyguard. She was not only the best of her class, but also the first woman to graduate from the agency. She learns that her first assignment as a bodyguard is to protect one of the most obnoxious, rude, and richest actors known in the country - Jayce Sterling. Oh, add to the fact she can't stand him. But, she takes her job seriously, so she accepts the assignment. ***************************************** "Why is one of my bodyguards a woman?! When I said the best, I meant men. Wait a minute! You're the one who caused the trouble in Italy! I want you out!" "Jayce, Ms. Padmore was one of the best, and you never specified if you wanted male or female," His agent said. I put my hands on his desk, and looked in his face. "Look Mr. Rude, your little girlfriend caused the trouble. My sister recorded it. I was the best at the agency, and first female to EVER graduate. I don't particularly care for you either as an actor or your attitude, but it is my duty as your bodyguard to protect you. As a matter of fact, you need me because I certainly don't need you. You don't have to like me, but you sure are going to respect me and listen to me." His agent spoke again. "She's right, Jayce. She has a waiting list of people, wanting Kina to be their bodyguard. And, I was told by men and women. Kina's teacher put you ahead of the people on the list. That was a pretty hefty list of clients, several well-known actors and actresses were on there. Her teacher is the best bodyguard in the world." After standing up straight, my hands were now on my hips. This is utter nonsense. "So, what's it going to be Mr. Sterling - me walking out of the door, or me being a part of your bodyguard team?" ***************************************** Will Jayce ever get over the fact that he has a female bodyguard? Or, accept it? And, will Kina be able to stay in the assignment for the long haul? Cover art by @enny101

A young fairy's desire to break free from the restraints tethering her to her world, pushes her into the arms of a charming, young wolf, whose world benefits from keeping her shackled. ***** Sixteen-year-old Ellette longs to know what the world is like outside of the Woodlands, home to all Fae. As the black sheep of her family, her curious and stubborn nature makes it difficult for her to adhere to the strict ways of her people. One night while running away, Ellette stumbles upon Michael, an injured werewolf. She makes the choice to save his life, and intends to send him on his way once he recovers. But the more Ellette gets to know the intriguing, young wolf, the more reluctant she is to let him go. And letting him go would certainly be in her best interest. Not only is Michael an intruder in the Woodlands, but the very creature all Fae have good reason to fear. As his forbidden presence threatens the safety of all Fae, Ellette finds herself torn between following her heart or doing right by her people.

"I thought we agreed on a mutual day of rest?" His large body was within inches of hers, their chests brushing with each breath. "Who ordered the hit?" He growled out and Omisha rolled her eyes. It was an unspoken rule to carry that kind of information to your grave- a rule she was certain Thorn knew. "And here I was thinking you were sort of smart." She remarked as she pressed the auto start button on her key fob. Thorn's hand roughly grabbed her arm and pushed her against her car, her fresh sutures protesting. "Look, if we're not fucking you have to stop man handling me." She groaned as his grip tightened effectively pushing her wound tighter against the car. "Would you be serious for two seconds?" He growled as he angrily searched her eyes for an ounce of information. ------ When an assassin's next hit is a widely feared hitman you'd expect plenty of bloodshed not a toxic romance. *Warning very graphic scenes of violence, death and sex* Full description inside!