She looked up, tears drenching her dark eyelashes. She sees him in the obsidian shadows of the room. A scream is stuck in her throat, unable to erupt from her mouth. She tries to turn and run, but as she moves her feet and takes a step, muscly arms encircle her waist. She feels her body lift above the ground, and seconds later her back slams against the wall. His fingers dig into her wrists, making her feel a stinging pain shoot up her arms. Her eyes are shut tight. 'Open your eyes'. She keeps them shut. 'Open your eyes, angel'. Her head is twisted to side, wanting to melt into the wall. His broad chest pressed up against every inch of her skin. He slams her against the wall again, making her yelp in pain, 'I SAID OPEN YOUR EYES!' She opens them slowly and looks at his face. She can see his eyes, black pools of emotion. Obsession. Lust. Possessiveness. Desire. Love. Dominance. Angelica Ziva Kareem. A beautiful, young woman, who aspires to complete her degree in Medicine. Her dream? To travel the world, to be free and to help those in need. Gabriel Dominic Rodrigo. Handsome, dark, possessive. Rich and hard working to the world above. Monster to the underworld. His life? What he wants, he gets. And he has his eyes set on little Angelica.

Luca Sanford has taken his rightful spot as head of Sanford Drake Inc. With his parents now retired, it's his time to lead the company. He is thick headed, stubborn and still emotionless to most. The only women in his life include a wild Aunt Cami, his sisters Cami and Cassidy, and his incredible mother. He doesn't understand the need to have a woman... not until a certain one crosses his path. Sophia Andrews has enough of going on in her life. Trying to make the most of it and living everyone moment to the fullest. She was not expecting to have a run in with a man that would shift her world. She wasn't ready and certainly didn't want it... Too bad, nothing could keep her from becoming claimed. Preview: "Mr. Sanford!" My words shaky as I feel his fingers dancing around my hip as he coils me closer to his toned chest. My breathing is ragged as he moves my hair to the side baring my neck to his lips. They leave a fire trail in their wake as he takes a deep inhale of my skin. "It's Luca to you..." His words coming out lowly and husky. My knees feeling weak where they stand. His arm tightens keeping me from falling. "Luca" My whisper word makes a low growl escape the man behind me before I am spun around looking into the eyes that have darken significantly. My body pressed to everyone contour of his before his lips crash onto mine.

Heather Drake is a 22 year old who is hiding from her past and trying to start a new life in California. She is going to be starting with a new career as a teacher at a private school. She is beautiful & witty and doesn't stand for bullshit. Who wouldn't notice her?.. What happens though when she catches the eye of someone who doesn't want to let her go... Who is attached at first sight and wants nothing else but her. Xavier Sanford is a 25 year old billionaire CEO who is also a single father. He also is a very dangerous man if need be and takes what he wants. He doesn't believe in relationships since they all disappear in the end however all it took was one glance at a bombshell beauty and he knew... she was HIS. Preview: "You will be mine Miss Drake and I do not share." I state sternly. "Release my arm Mr. Sanford before I force you to." She states giving me a fake smile. I smirk at her. She takes her other hand and squeezes my wrist before twisting it in a painful position. I hiss in pain. "Don't underestimate me Mr. Sanford." She whispers in my ear before gently pushing me away from her. I shake my hand and look back at her. "This is the only time I will allow you to walk away from me Miss Drake." She turns and glares at me. "Mr. Sanford, I am no possession of yours. " She pushes the classroom door open and leaves me standing there.

Bound by need. Entwined in secrets... Krystina I had dreams and aspirations, none of which included a man by my side. Been there, done that. Then I forgot my cellphone, and all of my carefully laid plans went to hell. He wasn't supposed to be there when I fell. I wasn't supposed to get lost in a sea of sapphire blue when he helped me up. And he wasn't supposed to be Alexander Stone, the New York billionaire real estate tycoon. I saw the dark promises in his eyes when he looked at me. But the shadows of my past haunted me, making me afraid to explore the possibilities I could never before have imagined. Alexander I was used to getting what I wanted. I understood the value of finesse and patience to achieve the desired result. But a chance run-in with Krystina Cole quickly turned my world upside down. She was strong, determined, devastatingly beautiful-and stubborn as hell. Her quick wit and firecracker attitude was the complete opposite of what I wanted in a woman. But I still wanted to claim her. Tame her. Make her mine. And I always get what I want. Heart of Stone is the first book in Krystina & Alexander's epic love story. It's the beginning of the steamy and unforgettable series by Amazon Top 100 Bestselling Author Dakota Willink.

Enrique montario was 22, rich, arrogant and got into the most prestigious University for bachelors in New York. He was a topper and had three close friends. All of them were extremely handsome and without doing anything they were 'Seductive'. They all were players except "Enrique" .He would always seduce a girl and when she'll fall for him he'll break up and that was the reason he despised girls because without even trying, girls were all over him. He never introduced any of his girlfriend to his family because "HE NEVER FALLS IN LOVE" Natalie Williams a fresher, intelligent, free spirited, bold, strong and was beautiful naturally. She just turned 18 but was more mature than some aunts around and completed her high school in Brazil. Unlike the girls of elite class, she was rich but never spoiled and she hated one thing, guys who followed her. She had a different criterion for her boyfriend which included that the guy could be of average looking face. How will two strangers meet and what will Enrique has to go through to make her fall in love with him? Read and find out :)

"Never call a girl a bitch," I glared into his eyes as he opened them, piercing into me, the bright blue drink I had just poured over him still dripping from his dark hair. "Or she just might act like one." I gave him one last sarcastic smile before pushing by him and walking away, practically strutting. Well, this year will be fun... • • • • Crystal Summers; a self-proclaimed expert in all things sarcastic and the human embodiment of destructive decisions. Trying to get away from her troubled past, she moves with her mom to California to start a new life, and potentially not screw this one up. There, she quickly meets Scarlett and Savanah, her new-found partners in crime, and her life finally begins to feel normal again for the first time in years. But she just so happens to also collide with the school's sexy, notorious jackass, Ashton Monroe.. and his pack of asswipes. She loathes him, and the feeling is mutual. But as the poets say, the line separating love and hate is a very thin one. And often times, when two people hate each other, it can grow into much more. Hopeless devotion, if you will... • • • • !!!TRIGGER WARNING!!! • slight mention(s) of suicidal concepts • substance abuse, addiction, anxiety, PTSD • sexual assault, domestic abuse • strong language and mature scenes • • • •

"Do you ever get scared of being happy?" He asked softly, also pretty tired. I kept my eyes closed as I answered, my fingers softly drawing circles on his chest. "All the time. I used to a lot more, but, the downfalls seem a lot less daunting now that I have someone to free-fall with," I replied, and I looked up to see him smile a little at that, "We're just dancing in the rain these days.. there's no need to be afraid of the inevitable clouds that are gonna pop up." • • • College. Officially a new start. Crystal can already feel the clean slate and new opportunities like a breath of fresh air. She's finally ready to move in towards a brighter future. She knows hard times will inevitably come throughout her life, but that no longer scares her. However, life does have a way of throwing the most unexpected of curveballs at you... Especially when you least are prepared for it. [BOOK TWO OF 'HOPELESSLY DEVOTED' SERIES] • • • !!! [ TRIGGER WARNING ] !!! • suicide, suicidal concepts • domestic abuse, sexual assault • substance abuse, alcoholism, addiction • anxiety, PTSD, panic attacks • strong language and mature scenes • • •

"Shoot her!" He barks orders at him. My heart racing with every beat louder than the sound of fatal hits and blows landing on those I cherish most and my fingers sweaty, dripping on the cold marble floor. I'd never thought I'd die like this, not this way, not with him, not this place. -------------------- Aria Gray is a young woman haunted by a tragic past that she desperately wants to leave behind. But she's trapped in her hometown with a thick metal chain of her past tied to her ankle. Noah Knight, the son of the most feared man in town, is a young man who craves something different from the monotony of his life. When Aria and Noah cross paths, they embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and love that will test their limits and push them to the brink of breaking free from their pasts. But their journey is not without challenges. Aria's past comes back to haunt her, and she finds herself in a life-threatening situation that tests her courage and resilience. Noah must decide if he's willing to stay and fight for the girl he's come to love, even if it means risking everything he's ever known. As their love deepens and they confront their demons, they realize that they want something different - a chance to start anew and leave their pasts behind. But this is easier said than done, and they soon discover that breaking free from the chains of the past is not as simple as they thought. With vivid descriptions, heart-wrenching emotions, and unexpected twists that will keep you on edge, "He Stayed" is a gripping and emotional rollercoaster of a story that will leave you breathless until the very end. Don't miss out on this must-read novel that will touch your heart and soul. {Currently under edition} CC COPYRIGHT 2019 "Out ruling the Bad Boy" by Nads

Skylar Pearl Gray is a single mom, she and her almost one year old son Nico live in New York. Two years after heartbreak she is independent and confident. She has only one rule: NO GUYS NEEDED. Elijah Woods is a CEO and very handsome. Despite his looks he wants a girl he can settle with and is not a player. What happens when these two ran into eachother? Will Skylar be able to let herself trust again? ~~~

Does your life get better if it turns upside down, twice? No, it only gets worse. Seconds were enough to turn Evelyn Carter's perfect life into a nightmare. And after the terrifying disaster all she needed was a fresh start. Instead life gave her William McCartney. The moment they collided their fates were intertwined. Such a sweet love story, Evelyn thought. But universe had different plans. While she was losing herself in the icy blue eyes of the devil in disguise, the last thing she imagined was betrayal. She died. Almost. So the story started. A revenge game that would last for the next decade.