the botany of desire

In the high stakes world of wealth, philanthropy, and power plays, Shadows of Desire weaves a tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. At the center of it all is Sophie Langston, a passionate and driven woman who co-founded a charitable foundation with her long-time business partner and lover, James Thornton. Their organization, built on the ideals of changing the world, has become a beacon of hope for struggling communities. But as the foundation grows in influence, so do the enemies lurking in the shadows. Sophie and James find their relationship and partnership tested when an unexpected visitor walks into their lives, Richard Mallory, a disgraced businessman with a tainted past. Despite having tried to undermine the foundation before, Richard proposes a substantial investment, claiming he wants to make amends. Torn between suspicion and the potential benefits for their projects, Sophie reluctantly agrees, setting off a chain of events that unravel deep-seated conspiracies and hidden agendas. Soon after, whispers of internal conflict and financial instability begin to surface. Rumors swirl about a power struggle between Sophie and James, putting their relationship under intense public scrutiny. Behind the scenes, they uncover a more sinister plot at play. Dominic Kane, a ruthless corporate raider infamous for hostile takeovers and blackmail, has set his sights on their foundation. With a history of exploiting the vulnerable for profit, Kane sees their organization as his next target, aiming to use it as a pawn in his larger schemes. As Sophie and James grapple with this new threat, they must navigate a web of deceit, power struggles, and hidden motives. Old allies resurface, trust is tested, and secrets from the past are unearthed, forcing the couple to confront their own vulnerabilities...

Young, wild, and alluring, that's how everyone viewed Scarlett Morris. Most women hated her appearance because she possessed those qualities that drew men's attention towards her. Social media posts often defame and humiliate her personality, but she only shrugged her shoulders on it. Her main focus was to earn more money to support her needs and her twin brother's education. No matter how hard life threw at her, she rose above it, she ignored gossip and humiliation, but people around her were vicious as their jealousy consumed their minds. She often ran into trouble, and someone who is out of her league become her savior. It was none other than the business mogul - Francis Sandler. Francis Sandler built a legendary empire with his talent in the business and his extraordinary networking skills– he handled with absolute perfection both gangs and the government. He came from the wealthiest Sandler family of Irving City- and he's the CEO of T.B.S Empire. His deep secret was buried as danger evolved around it. He was accustomed that most women crawl into his bed to warm his night. From his perspective, Scarlett was another young and wild woman who aimed his fortune. Their destiny collided when several times Francis became Scarlett's savior. That moment Scarlett's enchanting beauty caught his attention, yet his painful and failed marriage reminded him that a beautiful woman is only a trophy to display. He offered her a tempting business transaction giving everything life has to offer in exchange for becoming his hidden woman. Their journey to a rollercoaster relationship started when Francis showed his real intention. The danger is about to unfold when Scarlett's main reason for accepting his offer was a pure secret task that will be bound to destroy them.

The tough economy forced a girl named Ivy Jovanika to work even harder. She became a waiter in the very famous Shane Restaurant in her city. Not only that, every night she also uses her time to work. "I want clarity on this relationship. Which do you choose, me or Lilyana--your legal wife?!" Ivy asked, clutching her stomach. That's right, she's pregnant because of what she did with Ed Shane--the owner of the restaurant she works for. "That's not my baby! You have a lot of men, it must be another guy's baby!" snapped Ed Shane as he left the table. While holding back tears, Ivy turned on her cell phone. She was desperate, it felt like all these secrets she could no longer keep alone. Will Ed Shane admit that she is pregnant with his child? Will Ed Shane stick with his opinion? What will happen to Lilyana if she finds out her husband is having an affair? Will Lilyana forgive Ed Shane?

🔥🔥WARNING!!! THIS BOOK CONTAINS EXTREMELY EROTIC CONTENTS, SEX SCENES AND RAW WORDS THAT SOME MIGHT FIND TRIGGERING🔥🔥 Hayley knew he was married, knew he was a father, but above all, she knew that this was so wrong on every level. But some desires they say were forbidden, and this one felt too good and yet so wrong at the same time. "You… you are married, Alex." She whispered with a voice she could barely recognize as her own. "I know, I live every day of my life with that painful reminder." Hayley gulped, "Then this is wrong." She managed again as his breath tickled a spot on her neck lightly. "There are no paparazzi here, you made sure of that. Nobody is gonna know." She wanted to tell him that they were in his gallery and anyone could walk in, but the moment she opened her mouth to speak, the door burst open and Ursula walked in. Hayley knew her life was over then. ******* When a young married business man's life collided with that of a simple, Art loving girl's own in the most chaotic way on a Monday morning with a child's life at stake, none of them imagined that they would go from random strangers to mentor and boss and then into a scandalous and yet forbidden relationship where reputations must be protected and hopes must not be shattered. But when forbidden desires are concerned, dark obsessions can set in and well, all consequences might as well be damned!

Snow Miller was never happy with her life. She never was until she met Ezra in the Ecstasy Land. She felt the happiest with him until she realized that everything has an end and she needs to face the reality sooner or later. Ezra Masterson is a rich ass man. He could get things with just a snap of his fingers; girls, power, fame, you name it, he could have it. Everything was easy and simple for him until he learned how to love and all of his defences crumbled when he discovered that he was pursuing a married woman. --- Ecstasy Land established by Masterson and friends is a secret island in California in which exclusive billionaires pay to live their deepest, darkest desires. A trusted place to play and explore your dirtiest and kinkiest imagination. It is where they met and it is where they will collide. What will happen if Clayton, her husband finds out she's having an affair? They say love conquers all. But how will you fight for a love that is forbidden in the first place?

Xaliah Shasta is working as an intern at the H Hospital in the small city near her place. Her physical appearance is almost the same as the daughter of the hospital owner. Due to an urgency for presence of Feinah Hererra for her engagement party with Ethan Montgomery, Xaliah was offered a win-win agreement to pretend as someone wealthy which she agreed on for the sake of her ailing mother. She face the public as Feinah Hererra, the heiress of H Hospital while the real Feinah is under going into a therapy. At first, Xaliah was hesitant because she might end up being in love with the fiancé of Feinah but she was wrong. Her attention was drifted onto the mysterious man who removed her mask on the first day he saw her, the man is no other than the young master of the Montgomery.

When Layla’s life crumbles overnight, she finds herself at the mercy of betrayal, desperation, and heartbreak. After discovering her boyfriend, Harrison, with another woman and being abandoned in her darkest hour, Layla has nowhere to turn—until Levi Martinez, a powerful businessman, steps into her life with an unexpected offer. Levi needs a companion to calm his family’s demands, and Layla needs two hundred thousand dollars to save her grandfather’s life. Their arrangement is simple: she becomes his partner, and he will take care of her debts. But as Layla is pulled into Levi’s world of wealth, power, and tangled relationships, she soon realizes that nothing about Levi is simple. In a web of deceit and rivalry, Layla must play a dangerous games between jealous ex-lovers, and Levi’s unyielding expectations. But with each step, Layla and Levi are drawn closer, and the lines between duty and desire blur. Will Layla hold her ground, or will her heart betray her once more?

Martha Remus, a 34 year old Luna, believed she had what other she-wolves call ‘a perfect life’. Despite her husband’s infidelity, her family and her pack members were still her priority because she was trained all her life to be the Luna of the Red Moon Pack. Going on with her life and pack affairs, Martha finds herself extremely attracted to a male werewolf and the shocking part was, he’s years younger than her! “Can you feel how hard I am for you? You can't possibly ignore the mate bond between us, Martha.” “This is wrong, Alex, we shouldn’t be doing this. I… I'm still married—” “—to a man who's cheating on you. You can't stay with him because he is an Alpha, Martha.” Soon, Martha gives in to the sizzling attraction and starts doing things she never thought she would ever do.

As a self-made billionaire, he has built an empire through ventures encompassing real estate, technology, and self-help book publishing. Driven by an unconventional desire to empower thick, chubby women, he devises a contest through his self-help book publishing company. The contest aims to boost their self-esteem and confidence, guiding them to find attentive partners. Little do the participants know, the contest holds a hidden secret—it is designed to train them as BDSM dominatrixes for a potential TV show. Amidst the carefully orchestrated contest, a remarkable woman emerges as the main protagonist. She possesses a captivating blend of confidence and vulnerability, determined to overcome her insecurities. Unbeknownst to her, fate intervenes as she captures the billionaire's attention. As their paths intertwine, a forbidden love story unfolds. The billionaire finds himself irresistibly drawn to her, intrigued by her strength and resilience. In her, he discovers not only a potential submissive but also a soul capable of unearthing his closely guarded demons and secrets. Will she remain merely his dominatrix, or will she become the key to unlocking something more profound within him?Their journey is one of passion and self-discovery, as they navigate the intricate dynamics of power, vulnerability, and trust. Together, they delve into the depths of their desires, challenging societal norms and their own preconceived notions of love and intimacy. As their connection deepens, they confront their pasts, facing their darkest fears and insecurities. In the process, they find redemption, healing, and growth. The TV show project takes an unexpected turn, leading to a powerful and empowering outcome for all the contestants involved." It delves into the transformative power of human connection, proving that sometimes, the most unexpected relationships can save us from the shadows that haunt us.

The timid Lily Parker found herself entangled with a man who saw no equal in others—Julian Sterling. For Julian Sterling, even if he had a thousand women in his lifetime, Lily Parker could never belong to another man.