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Imagine being trapped in a living nightmare. For 24-year-old Luciana, that nightmare becomes reality when she's kidnapped by billionaire mafia boss Antonio Morano. As she's held captive in Antonio's luxurious Italian villa, Luciana uncovers dark secrets about her family's past that threaten to destroy everything she thought she knew. But the more time she spends with Antonio, the more she sees beyond his ruthless exterior to the complex, brooding man beneath. Despite the danger that surrounds her, Luciana finds herself drawn to Antonio's charismatic power and the forbidden passion that sparks between them. Now, Luciana must make a choice. To escape the darkness of Antonio's world or risk everything for a love that could destroy her Will she escape the treacherous mafia world, or will she succumb to the feelings her heart developed for her captor? Find out in this intriguing drama

Maylee Kate is thrown into a world full of werewolves, vampires, and hybrids. When she falls in love with he most ruthless werewolf of them all. Will this new world swallow her up or will she become what she always was suppose to be? "RUN! RUN! " Dean yells pushing me away from him. I can't do this on my own; I am not strong enough. I can't do this without him. " Maylee, I need you to listen to me; I will find you again. I will tear heaven apart and fight the devil himself before I lose you. But, right now you have to run, my love. Go!

Elah's financial burden and Ethan's relentless ambition collide in a contract marriage. However, when deception gives way to passion, a secret family rivalry breaks out, compelling them to face their pasts. Love triumphs over revenge in a crucial struggle for the truth, and they join forces to rewrite their own fates. Can love triumph over betrayal? Can they build a future together while escaping the traps of their pasts?

Book 1 of The Badboys' Series Shelly Anderson is an average student enduring a normal high-school life. Max Jackson is known as the most mysterious player and bad boy at school. She likes going unnoticed at school and does not like to be the talk of everyone. He is one of the popular guys and does not care about what others think. She likes her own free time, reading her books and spending it on Netflix and she prefers to be alone in a quiet space instead of feeling alone in a crowd. He is often seen hanging out with his two friends, Connor McAllister, the playboy of the school and Alex Maynard, the friendly one among these three but also a jerk to others. She is antisocial and a loser, well, nerd to others as she gets straight A's. He is a rich spoilt brat and gets whatever he wishes to have by hook or by crook. Dancing and reading books is her passion. Racing and fighting is his obsession. What happens when Max becomes her new neighbour? With them clashing again and again, will Shelly be able to cope with him? Will he be able to make her his without telling her about his dangerous secrets?

"Lucas Marshall, Do you take Alina Martin for your lawful wife, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, until death do you part?" Priest asked. "Yes, I do." Lucas said. "Alina Martin, do you take Lucas Marshall for your lawful husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, until death do you part?" Priest asked me. "No, I don't. " I said.

Living her life by the rules and limitations because of her disorder, Hailey Leigh Alvarez, a 17-year-old girl with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) wants to be free. She wants to experience being able to live. Living for her is being able to shout whatever you want without worrying about the side effects. On her 18th birthday, she made a decision that made her life different. She met people with the same desires as hers. Painting. That summertime, she decided to let go of all her worries and live her life as if she'd die tomorrow. What awaits Hailey beyond her boundaries? What will happen to her if she finds out something that turns her life upside down? "You are not living. Living is different from just existing."

Samantha's life became an adventure when she found out she was carrying Lucas's pregnancy, his family rejected her, knowing full well that she was fated with Lucas. Samantha strived to raise her babies in secret until she met Alexander, the Lycan king. Lucas came running to Samantha once again only for him to uncover her biggest secret. What is the faith of Samantha's kids? What will Lucas do after he finds out about his offspring? Find out as this thrilling werewolf action story unfolds

At just 16, Charlene's life takes a drastic turn when her parents abandon her, forcing her to live in the ghetto with her grandmother. Struggling with the chaos of her new reality—bullying, gang-infested schools, and the constant fear of danger—she can’t understand why her parents thought this would be safer. But there’s more to her exile than she realizes. Hidden within her is a power she must learn to control. As dark forces close in, she must keep her abilities secret, navigate the turmoil of her emotions, and uncover the truth about her parents' disappearance. With demons and angels threatening her world, Charlene is faced with an impossible fate: saving her people, protecting herself, and maybe—just maybe—finding true love in the process.

In the midst of a bustling city, a young and ambitious CEO, Maya, finds herself entangled in a web of deceit, betrayal and love. As the only child of a multi-millionaire, Maya took over her father's cosmetic company, Stanbic Corporation after he fell ill. As Maya navigates the challenges of being a CEO, she faces opposition from Mike, a ruthless businessman known as the "Red Devil" of the cosmetic world. Mike has been trying to acquire Stanbic Corporation for years but Maya's father had always managed to stay one step ahead. With Maya's father out of the picture, Mike sees an opportunity to finally get what he wants. Meanwhile, Maya meets Alexander, the son of the president, in a coffee shop. Despite their instant attraction, Alexander keeps his true identity a secret, preferring to live a humble life but their relationship is put to the test when Mike discovers Alexander's true identity and begins to use it against him. As the story unfolds, Maya's world is turned upside down. She discovers that her father had an illegitimate child, Christi, who has been seeking revenge against Maya and her family. Christi forms an alliance with Mike, and together they hatch a plan to destroy Maya's reputation and take over Stanbic Corporation. As Maya fights to clear her name and protect her company, she must also confront the demons of her past. She reconnects with Maxwell, her ex-finance ,he joins forces with her to uncover the truth behind the sinister plot against her. As the stakes grow higher, Maya finds herself in a desperate fight to save her company, her reputation, and the people she loves. Maya must use all her strength and cunning to outwit her enemies and emerge victorious.

Forced to marry the ruthless alpha to clear off her father's depth, Kaidaira feels trapped and suffocated. Although Alpha Valtor is her fated mate, Kaidaira despises him because of his notorious evil and cruel nature. Thinking that all hope is lost, Kaidaira gives up and accepts her fate. But after eavesdropping on a conversation, she gets desperate for freedom to save her unborn child's life. She is given a second chance when she finds Sebastian, a kind hearted Lycan king who she falls in love with. Sebastian turns out to be Valtor's long-time rival. Their union is not long celebrated when she gets missing with no trace of reaching to her. Many hidden pasts and secrets are discovered in the long run. Will Kaidaira be able to survive this and get back to being with her true love? Find out in this heart-pumping tale of love, suspense, drama, action and fantasy.