Power Play
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Last published Thu, Jun 5, 2025
Step into Elara's world of betrayal, desire, and power, where every decision matters. Elara Monroe is at the top of her game: fierce, flawless, and feared in every boardroom. She has very clear rules: no apologies, no second chances, and no distractions. A dangerously sexy stranger who knows more about her past than he should. And an unexpected online match who pushes boundaries dares her to feel more than just control. Between a ruthless office rival aiming to sabotage her and secrets she's tried to bury, Elara fights for more than just power. Two men. One promotion. And the past she thought she'd erased. In a world where ambition is dangerous, and love is a liability, Elara has one rule left: never let them see you break.
Office rivalry | A strong, flawed MC| Two significantly different love interests | Steamy tension & psychological drama | Secrets and scandal
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