romance novels for 20 year olds

Anateya Berretta had her entire life mapped out. Get good grades, get her MBA, and take over her papi's security company as his sole heir. However, papi messed up and now she was a bargaining chip held hostage by New York's No. 1 Mafia Lord. It certainly didn't help that she'd met the man before, and yearned for him like no other. Romero Bartolone was at the peak of his rule when he lost his favorite casino in an organized attack. Now he was out one billion, with countless elitists jonesing for the returns on their backdoor investment. She was only supposed to be a hostage, but he couldn't stay away from the alluring light inside her that called to his darkness. First things first, a debt was owed-- and if someone had to pay-- why not her? Besides, she was entangled in the game of the underground now, and he was the only monster who could keep her safe. Still, with dangers lurking all around, they remain vulnerable in the most high-stakes game of all, the game of hearts. And he'd burn the world... so as long as he didn't lose. [Nb: This is a dark romance book intended for mature audiences. Reader's discretion is advised.] No. of Chapters To Be Released: ~50

“You are not allowed to fall in love with me..ever!”, the man’s tone became even colder, almost harsh. Lola laughed. He froze. He was even more surprised at her reaction when she stopped laughing. Smirking at him, she said. “I won’t, even If you beg for it. Even if.. you burn for me!.” Seven years back, Noah Sanchez ran away from the girl he loved, heartbroken. Seven years later, he is forced to sign a contract with her. She,Lola Coker... the girl with the hidden talent disguised as an ,seeking help for her mother and He,the CEO of Infinity group, needing a pretty distraction from his grandfather’s numerous date schemes. But would the red haired beauty with the hazel eyes be able to hold him back forever when the same voice from the past says “Run!.” Fantaa ~ EllieGodwin Only on GoodNovel.

Mateo Morales has been missing for two months. He disappeared with no sign left behind; no hints, and no clue as to where he went and why he disappeared. Eva Morales has been searching religiously for her brother. Being a lone wolf, her family is all she has and she will do anything for her brother. When all her clues lead to Laurence Baxter, she can't help but follow the breadcrumbs, but what she discovers might be more than what she bargained for.Laurence Baxter is wild, untamed, and spontaneous. He lives the life he wants and does what he wants; it works for him. But when his PI disappears, he can't help but feel responsible and he jumps right into a long search. When Mateo's sister, Eva, shows up and Laurence discovers her as his mate, he is thrilled to be so lucky. However, this prickly woman wants nothing to do with mates, nevermind a playboy like himself.Searching for Mateo and unraveling the Morales family secrets soon turns out to be more than he bargained for and Laurence finds more answers than he was hoping to find. After his mate runs from him, he has to make a decision: chase after her and rush into danger or let her be alone like she wants.*This is the third book in the Baxter Brothers series, though it can be read as a standalone novel*

Charlotte Viscount, sang wanita berdarah bangsawan akan menikah dengan Gabriel Addison, sang Pangeran kerajaan Godnation yang merupakan cinta sejatinya semenjak dulu. Namun, sehari sebelum pernikahan, tiba-tiba terjadi suatu musibah jatuhnya pesawat jet kerajaan yang menimpa Pangeran, sehingga menggemparkan seluruh negeri dan sang kekasih. Dikabarkan Pangeran dan sekretaris pribadinya menghilang tanpa adanya jejak. Suatu hari, Charlotte dan temannya menyadari bahwa kecelakaan tersebut bukanlah kecelakaan biasa. Maka dari itu, mereka menjalankan sebuah misi bersama untuk mencari dalang dibalik insiden ini dan motif pembunuhan sebenarnya. Apakah Charlotte dan lainnya mampu memecahkan semua misteri ini? Apakah sang Pangeran sungguh lenyap dari muka bumi? Apakah Charlotte akan menemukan kebahagiaan barunya atau tetap setia dengan cinta sejatinya?

(First Generation 3) 'Ang taong gipit, sa patalim kumakapit..' Nang madiagnosed ng cancer ang anak ni Mari Ysabela Fallorina ay napilitan siyang tanggpin ang offer ng isang aroganteng bilyonaryo na si Vincent Veda Lee. She will pretend as his mistress to make his wife jealous at hindi na ituloy ang divorce laban sa lalaki kapalit ng malaking halaga. Dapat ay acting lang ang lahat pero bakit pakiramdam niya ay nahulog na siya sa kanyang boss na mala-oppa? At bakit parang nahulog na rin ang loob nito sa kanya? Maniniwala ba siyang tunay ang nararamdaman nito gayong bago pa lang naman silang magkakilala? Paano kung matuklasan niya ang isang nakaraan na babago sa pagtingin nila sa isa't isa?

How much will the surgery on your brother cost? He asked. It's $250,000. I replied. But the contract says that you will be paid $80,000." How are you going to pay for something with that little money? He asked. I didn't know what to say, so I didn't say anything. If you agree to have sex with me, I'll give you three hundred and seventy thousand dollars. He said. "What'll you do?" I asked him again as if I hadn't heard him before. I want you to get pregnant normally with my child. He said. Not by having a surrogate? I asked. No. If you agree, though. He answered. After giving it a lot of thought, I decided to take him up on his offer. Yes I'll do it. So that my brother can stay healthy. I thought I said the last part. So, that's that. He said. You'll have your own room and a credit card that you can use to buy whatever you want or need. But it can't be taken back. For two weeks, you will sleep in my room and have sex with me every day. You can't leave without my protection or permission. And last but not least, you won't have boyfriends as long as you're pregnant. You'll only belong to me after you sign that paper.

For someone like Isabella Evans, a one night stand was never in the books. But her entire life changed on her wedding day, when she finds her husband-to-be, cheating with his secretary. After getting her heart broken, she retires to a bar where she sleeps with a stranger before leaving town the next day, only to discover in a few weeks, that she was pregnant. Seven years later, she had birthed twins for a man she was sure she would never see again, but fate brings her back to her hometown where she settles for a job with a very successful hotel. What happens when she finds out Leonardo, the most powerful billionaire in Norman is her boss, and even worse, that the reason her heart pounded each time she saw him was because he was the man she knew a few years back—the father of her kids. Even further complicating things was Colton, the man she was supposed to marry then. Now pursued by two men, Isabella is faced with the toughest decisions. When would Leonardo recognize her and in fact realize he has children of his own? How would Colton face such reality? And alas, who would she choose—the father of her kids, or her first love?

Madeline Crawford mencintai Jeremy Whitman selama dua belas tahun, tapi pada akhirnya justru pria itu yang mengirimnya ke penjara. Di antara penderitaan dan rasa sakit, Madeline harus menyaksikan kekasihnya jatuh cinta dengan wanita lain… Lima tahun kemudian, Madeline kembali dengan kekuatan baru, bukan lagi gadis yang sama dengan gadis yang telah diremehkan oleh pria itu bertahun-tahun yang lalu! Dengan kekuatan baru yang ia dapatkan, Madeline akan mencabik-cabik siapa pun yang berpura-pura baik dan menginjak manusia tidak bermoral di muka bumi ini. Namun, tepat pada saat ia hendak membalas dendam pada pria yang telah menyakitinya… Pria itu tiba-tiba berbalik dari seorang pria dingin, psikopat tanpa perasaan, menjadi pria penyayang, hangat, dan penuh cinta kasih! Bahkan, pria itu mencium kakinya di depan banyak orang, saat berjanji padanya, “Madeline, aku salah telah mencintai gadis lain. Mulai saat ini, aku akan menghabiskan seluruh sisa hidupku untuk menebus kesalahanku.” Yang dijawab oleh Madeline, “Aku hanya akan memaafkanmu jika kau…mati.”

Kiara Westwood was the 18 year old daughter of two Alpha parents. But she was born without one of the basic abilities of a wolf. Wanting to escape from the protection and concern of her family and pack which suffocated her. She moves to the pack of the Lycan King himself. Alejandro Rossi. Fearless, ruthless and cold-hearted. Alejandro cares for nothing or no one and that’s the way he liked it. He believes his sole purpose is to contain the danger that threatens their very existence. At 34, Alejandro had not found his destined mate, nor has he taken one of choice. Fucking women was just a past time and he didnt have the heart for love nor the interest. That was until Kiara stepped into his life, like a breath of fresh air or a storm on a hot summers night. Under the blood moon, by a cruel twist of fate they realise they are mated. Will Kiara be able to make her way into his frozen heart and revive any emotions he is capable of? Or would he destroy her completely in the process? ---- THE SECOND INSTALLMENT OF THE ALPHA Book 1 - Her Forbidden Alpha Book 2 - Her Cold-Hearted Alpha Book 3 - Her Destined Alpha Book 4 - Caged Between The Beta & Alpha Book 5 - King Alejandro: The Return Of Her Cold-Hearted Alpha For updates, character aesthetics release dates and more follow me on IG author.muse or FB author muse

⚠️ Novos capítulos todos os dias!! :D⚠️ Nicole Stanton, a mulher mais rica do mundo, apareceu discretamente no aeroporto, mas foi imediatamente atacada por repórteres. Repórter: "Sra. Stanton, por que seu casamento com o Sr. Ferguson chegou ao fim?" Ela sorriu e disse: "Porque eu tenho uma fortuna de bilhão de dólares me esperando como herdeira dos Stanton..." Repórter: "São verdadeiros os rumores de que você saiu com uma dúzia de homens só neste mês?" Antes que a herdeira bilionária pudesse falar, uma voz gelada veio de não muito longe. "Não, isso é notícia falsa". Eric Ferguson se destacou na multidão. "Eu também tenho um patrimônio de um bilhão de dólares. Por que você não herda a fortuna da minha família?"