Forced into a marriage neither of them wanted, a fierce Greek mafia princess and a ruthless Sicilian underboss must navigate a storm of power, passion, and betrayal-only to discover that their greatest battle might be against their own hearts. *** They hated each other from the moment they met, but little did they know, they were destined to be together. Millicent Rhea Darmos: Princess of the Greek Mafia. At 25 years old, she's established herself as a self proclaimed boss bitch, running her own publishing company. But now it's time she fulfils her duty to her family's organisation. It's time she gets married. Costantino Salvatore Accardi: Underboss and Heir to the Sicilian Mafia. At 28 years old, he has no interest in settling down-he already has it all. He believes in family above all, so why bring in an outsider? Yet, after a strange string of events, the two of them find themselves thrust into married life. It's full of chaos, drama and all kinds of tension. The question is, how do they survive their marriage and the storm that follows? *** "I've never kissed anyone." My voice trembled with a tinge of vulnerability - something I hated. But Costa didn't seem to mind that I was nervous or anxious. "Good. You're mine." He spoke so seriously, without a flicker of doubt as he took my hand in his. "So you want it be special, principessa?" "Every girl's first kiss is special." I whispered, watching as he brought my hand up to his lips. "I only care about yours."

"Tell me, Gianna," he says her name like a caress and a threat combined. "Were you disappointed?" He steps closer. Invasive. Possessive. "That I wasn't fighting? That you didn't get to see the Devil play?" His hand leaves her hair to trace her jawline-that same touch from before, the one that made her breath catch. "Because I don't fight for entertainment," he breathes, thumb brushing the corner of her mouth. "I fight when something is worth fighting for. When something is worth taking." His eyes burn into hers. "And I'm trying to decide, kotyonok..." The hand on her jaw tightens just slightly. "Are you worth the war I'd start to keep you?" They say the devil doesn't come with horns. He comes with power, legacy, and a smile that promises ruin. At Halgrave University, last names are weapons and secrets are currency. This is a world built for monsters-heirs raised on violence, dominance, and control. And at the center of it all stands Nikolai Vetrova-cold, untouchable, and feared even by those born into darkness. He was never meant to notice her. She was never meant to survive him. What begins as hostility turns into obsession. What feels like hate bleeds into desire. And the closer she gets, the more she realizes-loving him isn't dangerous. Surviving him is. Because some men don't fall in love. They claim. They ruin. And once the devil touches you, he never lets go. He is the Future Pakhan of the Bratva While she is the Cosa Nostra Princess. [Book #1 in House of Halgrave Series] ⚠️ CONTENT WARNING: This book contains dark romance themes, explicit sexual content (smut), violence, blood, weapons, criminal activities, morally grey characters, depictions of self-harm, PTSD, trauma responses, and emotionally intense scenes. Reader discretion is strongly advised.

Amid hidden pain and unexpected challenges, two hearts cling to love, navigating a fate they never chose. Essence Series: First Installment. start: 07/21/2025 finish: 02/07/2026

"How dare you!!!" She screamed. And... Slapped him hard across his face. But she had no clue who she was messing, because the next moment, he hissed, "Congratulations. That slap is just going to make you my wife." 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝟏𝟖+ | Romantic-Thriller

Avyaan Vedang Vishwanathan "He never believed in love. Until she became his wife. Now he believes in nothing else but owning her." ............ Udita Avyaan Vishwanathan. "He felt like danger... but for once, I wasn't afraid. I wanted to fall-if it meant falling into him." ....................... Join the beautiful journey of Avyaan and Udita finding their peace in each other

They call her the "classical popular girl." Beautiful. Talented. Academic achiever. The kind of girl with thousands of followers and millions of silent admirers. The kind of girl everyone talks about and secretly wants. Ayani was the definition of a full package. Brains. Beauty. Grace. Reputation. On social media, her life looked perfect. At school, she was untouchable. In reality, she was just a girl who never got lucky in love. She had ex-boyfriends - yes. But none of them ever stayed. She kept asking herself, What's wrong with me? Was it her past? Her flaws? The rumors? Or was it simply because their egos couldn't handle a girl like her? Because loving Ayani wasn't easy. Most boys admired her from a distance. The brave ones tried to pursue her. But in the end, they all did the same thing - they left once they got what they wanted. And she was left questioning her worth. Then one day, someone came into her life - unexpected, intense, undeniable. For the first time, she felt chosen. Not admired. Not chased. But truly loved. Their love was epic - the kind people write about, the kind that feels eternal. With him, her life finally made sense. With him, everything felt perfect. Until it wasn't. He left. And the worst part? She let him go. She agreed to lose the only person she ever truly loved. But he made a promise before walking away. "I'll come back for you someday." And now she's left with questions that keep her awake at night- Will he really come back? What if someday never comes? What if he returns... but it's already too late? What if he chooses someone else? How long should she wait? Is love still love if it requires years of waiting? And if he finally comes back... Will she still be there? Or will this be another love story that was right person, wrong time?

Paano kung ang taong pinakaayaw mo sa buong mundo... siya pala ang taong itinakda para sa'yo noon pa man? Paano kung ang mga lalaking araw-araw mong kinaiinisan... ay sila ring mga lalaking hindi mo pala kayang takasan? At paano kung ang lahat ng iyon ay nagsimula lang sa isang walang kwentang pustahan? Sa loob ng Andres Zeo East Academy, may pitong lalaking kilalang-kilala ng buong campus. They call them The Seven Notorious Casanovas. Mga lalaking sanay na hinahabol ng mga babae, hinahangaan ng marami, at halos walang babaeng tumatanggi sa kanila. Hanggang sa isang araw, may nagbiro. "Pustahan tayo." Isang challenge na akala nila ay simpleng laro lang- ang paibigin ang babaeng galit sa kanila. Ang babaeng iyon ay si Ryurie Rimenez, ang tinaguriang Campus Queen ng Andres Zeo East Academy. She has everything - the brains, the beauty, the talent, the wealth, and the attention everyone wishes they had. Pero may isang problema. Ayaw niya sa mga lalaki. Simula pagkabata, may isang pangyayaring nagpabago sa paraan ng pagtingin niya sa pag-ibig. Simula noon, pinili niyang maniwala na ang love stories ay kathang-isip lamang-mga kwentong para lang sa mga taong madaling malinlang ng damdamin. Para sa kanya, ang love ay isang malaking joke. Pero paano kung ang babaeng nagsumpang hindi kailanman iibig... ay mapaligiran ng pitong lalaking hindi marunong umatras? Ang mga lalaking pinakaayaw niyang makita sa buong buhay niya: Stevan Khel Rivas, Hansen Del Moro, Kio Cyden Carter, Toshiro Eiji Costello, Kurt Kaiden Futtero, Franco Dyn Hervias, and Jayneo Xynone Sergerio. Isang pustahan na hindi dapat sineryoso. Pero habang tumatagal, nagiging mas komplikado ang lahat. Dahil may isang lihim na matagal nang nakatago- na noon pa man... may pangakong ginawa para sa kanila. At kapag nalaman nila ang totoo... baka ang pinakamalaking pagkakamali ng mga Casanova na ito- ay ang tumaya sa babaeng hindi kailanman gustong magmahal.