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In His World  - undefined novels & stories
Blessing Coach
When Elena's parents die, leaving her drowning in debt, a contract marriage to billionaire Adrian Blackwell seems like salvation. But Adrian's world holds dark secrets. His first wife, Sophia, looked exactly like Elena. So did his father's first love, Grace. But both women died under mysterious circumstances. And now Elena is living in Sophia's penthouse. Wearing Sophia's face. Playing Sophia's role. As Elena uncovers twisted family obsessions, buried murders, and a decades-old genetic conspiracy, she realizes the truth: she wasn't chosen randomly. She was designed for this. And the last woman who wore her face didn't survive. Will Elena break the pattern—or become another ghost in Adrian's world?
10
1.4K 28 reviews
Devoted To The Billionaire Widower  - undefined novels & stories
Wils-c
After a single night with the infamous billionaire widower, Storm Rehan, Bash never imagined he would crave those arms again. But no matter how hard he tries to bury his feelings, his heart refuses to let go. There are too many reasons why Storm is forbidden to him. Their worlds could not be more different, and Bash's conscience constantly reminds him that he slept with the husband of the woman who once took him under her wing. Yet none of that can stop his growing obsession with the cold, toxic billionaire. Desperate for even the smallest scrap of Storm's attention, Bash finds himself enduring humiliation, rejection, and mistreatment, convincing himself that any pain is worth it if it means staying close to the man he loves. But unrequited love can only survive for so long before devotion turns into desperation. For Storm, Bash is a temptation he should have resisted from the very beginning. The boy is from a world far beneath his own, and worse, he reminds Storm painfully of his late wife. Falling for someone who feels almost like a son to the woman he lost is a line Storm refuses to cross. It would be a betrayal of her memory, a betrayal of his own conscience, and a mistake he cannot afford to make. But Bash refuses to stay away. His persistence slowly cracks the walls Storm built around his heart, awakening emotions the billionaire thought he had buried with his wife. What begins as one forbidden night soon becomes an obsession neither man can escape. Can love truly bloom between a ruthless billionaire widower and the boy he was never supposed to want? Or will the guilt, and the ghosts of Storm's past destroy them before they ever get the chance to belong to each other?
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Milo’s Pleasure Pet - undefined novels & stories
Bunnywrites
️ Content Warning ️ This novel contains explicit sexual content, BDSM, power imbalance, rough play, captivity, obsession, dub-con / non-con themes, violence, dark romance, and mature language. It is intended for adult readers (18+) only. If you are uncomfortable with dark erotic themes, morally grey characters, or scenes of control and possession, please do not proceed. * * I never thought I could live my life this way—on my knees, collar around my throat, begging for the touch of a man who should terrify me. Milo isn’t just any man. He’s the mafia king everyone fears, the devil in a tailored suit. One mistake put me in his path, and instead of killing me, he claimed me. Now I’m his dirty secret, his toy, his pleasure pet. His orders are law. His punishments leave me shaking. His mouth is my undoing. I should hate him for owning me. I should run, scream, fight for freedom. But when he looks at me with those hungry eyes, I crave the cage he’s locked me in. Because being Milo’s possession feels better than being anyone else’s free man.
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Breed Me A God - undefined novels & stories
Layo
I was hired to care for a sick child. I never saw his face. Never heard his voice. Until I stepped into the house of nightmares. Ezra Kade thought the job was simple, to take care of a bedridden heir hidden away in a mansion dripping with wealth and secrets. But the moment he crosses the threshold, he realizes he’s been fed a lie. The child isn’t a child. He’s a man. A man who watches him from the shadows. A man with a past written in blood. Kieran Valen survived the unthinkable—an accident meant to erase him from existence. For two years, he’s played the part of the broken, helpless heir, a puppet in his siblings’ twisted game. But Kieran isn’t weak. He isn’t helpless. And Ezra? Ezra just walked straight into the web, into his hands. In a house ruled by deception, where the walls whisper secrets and the floors are stained with the past, Ezra must decide… run, or let himself be caught. Because Kieran doesn’t just want a caretaker. He wants devotion. Obedience. Worship. And he’ll break Ezra apart to get it.
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The Billionaire's Sunshine  - undefined novels & stories
J.V.Noel
The ruthless billionaire Adam Lewiston lives for ambition, hiding behind a wall of wealth and fleeting pleasures. Enter Liu, a timid newcomer with a spark that ignites something within Adam's cold heart. A year-long contract offers him comfort but opens a door to true connection. As feelings grow, Liu seeks stability, and their worlds collide dramatically. Heartbreak follows a fierce confrontation, leading to years apart. Yet, fate has a way of bringing love back. In a Parisian square, amidst the falling snow, their eyes meet again, promising a chance to rewrite their story.
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BEGGING FOR MY HOCKEY RIVAL - undefined novels & stories
DUNNIADE
He used to bend over my brother. Rowan,The straight hockey god, the captain everyone would die for, but when the truth mattered? The bastard lied through his goddamn teeth and let my brother take the fall. My brother Theo lost his career, his future, his name, but of course Rowan kept his jersey. His crown and his stupid spotless reputation. Too bad now I’m on his team. Same ice, locker room. Same slow, dangerous looks that tell me he’s known exactly who I am from the start. He plays me harder than anyone else. Hits me lower and watches me closer. Then the coach makes it clear, Next year, only one of us gets signed by the NHL, The rivalry turns ugly after that and when I decide the fastest way to ruin him is through his perfect little sister, on the ice, he’s my enemy. Off it, he’s everywhere. In my space. In my head. And soon enough I realise I'd need to either murder the hatred out of me, or pound it right into him
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Steaming the Rose (MxM) - undefined novels & stories
Dark Ocean
"I can't do this anymore!" Easton cried, trying to break free from the man who had him pinned to the bed by his throat. ''It's been six years, Ilya! Six fucking years of abuse. When am I going to be free from you?" "Does it look like you have any choice?" Ilya smirked coldly. He produced his knife, wanting to carve his name into Easton's heart, so that every time Easton looked in the mirror, he'd know who he belonged to. "You either obey my every command, or watch as I ruin every last bit of the reputation you've toiled tirelessly to build. Don't push me too hard, East, or I'll unleash a storm that will render you breathless and begging for mercy and it won't be cute." As a pop star, Easton Reese had everything he had always hoped for: money, luxurious lifestyle, fame, and fans all across the globe who worshipped him like the idol that he was. But despite all this, Easton felt empty inside. Behind the happy smile he always wore on his face during the day, there was an excess of pain that he had to endure every night, in secret, where no one must know. Being punished for the crime his father had committed wasn't exactly what hurt him most; it was the fact that he was being punished by his childhood sweetheart, the same man he had once loved with all his heart.
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6.2K 8 reviews
Forbidden Contract - undefined novels & stories
Sooma
Forbidden Contract Twenty-six year old Ethan Cole is broke, handsome, and desperate for a fresh start. When he accepts a live-in personal assistant position with Adrian Vale, a thirty-eight-year old billionaire CEO, he believes his problems are finally over. But Adrian is powerful, dangerously charming, emotionally distant, and accustomed to getting whatever he wants. The contract comes with three rules. No emotions. No personal questions. No crossing professional boundaries. Simple enough. Or so Ethan thinks. Living under the same roof quickly becomes a battle of wills. Ethan's sharp tongue challenges Adrian's icy authority, while Adrian's commanding presence unsettles Ethan in ways he refuses to understand. Their arguments grow more personal, their silences more intimate, and their stolen glances increasingly difficult to ignore. Adrian has spent years building an empire where weakness is unforgivable. Falling for his stubborn assistant was never part of the plan. Yet when jealousy creeps in and Ethan threatens to walk away, Adrian discovers that control means nothing when the one person he wants refuses to be controlled. Then secrets emerge, scandal threatens Adrian's reputation, and someone begins targeting the people closest to him. Suddenly, their professional arrangement becomes a dangerous alliance neither can afford to lose. As betrayal closes in, Ethan must decide whether Adrian is the man who could destroy his life or the only person capable of protecting it. Meanwhile, Adrian faces a truth more terrifying than losing his empire: loving someone means risking everything. Their contract was designed to keep feelings out of the equation. But some rules were never meant to survive. Can two men built on pride, fear, and control find love before their secrets tear them apart? One contract. Two stubborn hearts. And a forbidden love that could cost them everything.
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In Love With The Most Dangerous Mafia Boss - undefined novels & stories
Victoria Jombo
Dave Sun has just turned eighteen and arrives in Kings City with nothing but a backpack and a dream. Ever since he was a child, he imagined the city as a place where fortunes were built and dreams came alive. But the moment he steps into its glittering streets, he realizes the truth—Kings City is beautiful on the outside and brutally cold on the inside. After days of job hunting and constant rejection, Dave loses the little money he has when he is robbed late one night. Exhausted and hopeless, he sits in front of a towering company building just to rest before trying again the next morning. That is when everything changes. Three sleek black cars emerge from the company gates. Within seconds, two men drag Dave into one of the vehicles. Terrified, Dave struggles—until he meets the man sitting inside. Ryan Blood. The man is breathtakingly handsome, calm, and terrifying. A man who looks like a god… and rules Kings City’s most powerful mafia empire. Before Dave can escape, he is injected with something that pulls him into darkness. When Dave wakes up the next morning, he finds himself lying on a luxurious bed in a room that looks like it belongs in a palace. His wounds have been treated, his clothes changed, and the man responsible is sitting beside him. Ryan calmly introduces himself as Dave’s lover and future partner. Dave refuses. But Ryan is not a man used to hearing the word no. Chained to a bed and trapped in Ryan’s world of danger, power, and obsession, Dave is forced to live inside the mansion of the most feared mafia boss in Kings City. Ryan insists Dave belongs to him—and he will keep him in chains until he accepts it.
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IN THE ARMS OF MY FORBIDDEN MAFIA ENEMY - undefined novels & stories
Eliza D
Lorenzo De Luca has spent his life in the shadows of his powerful family, never the heir, never the chosen one. Then he meets Mateo Cruz, the fierce, dangerous heir of their greatest enemy. Mateo was raised to destroy the De Lucas, but Lorenzo is the one weakness he never saw coming. What begins as defiance soon turns into a passion neither man can control. In a world where betrayal means death, will they choose their families, or risk it all for each other?
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The Enemy's Obsession: Bound To The Mafia Boss - undefined novels & stories
RomanWrites
“Julian…don't trust him. He knows what he did. I didn't kill myself. They made me fake it. I'm so sorry”, Julian received a call from his supposedly dead brother. Julian Hart, a 19 years old criminology student, begins investigating about his older brother death which was ruled as suicide. There is one character that all evidence keeps coming back to: Caesar Dominic, a ruthless Mafia heir known for his cruelty Julian plans were to get close, gain trust to destroy him. Caesar plays along. Caesar became obsessed with Julian at first sight, he wanted to own him, control him, break him. Julian desperation for answers make him stuck in Caesar's world of power, blood, obsession,desire and love for the man which could possibly be his brother's killer.
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His Serpent's Kiss - undefined novels & stories
Rose D' Arc
Nero Vecchio was the enemy. That was what Dante had known from the moment he saw his father’s corpse in the gutter. Formerly the son of a powerful mafia Don, Dante Solace treads the edges of the life he once knew, becoming an assassin for hire. Only, a target brings him closer to the past he has nightmares about every night. And this time he cannot escape Nero. This time, Dante promises himself that he would kill the mafia Don who had taken over his mind. When secrets are revealed and the past events seem to repeat themselves, Dante is forced to work with the man he tries to hate to carve a path beyond death and dishonor. Their personalities clash against each other but the pull is magnetic. Dante is fascinated by the elusive Mafia Don but he shouldn’t be. Nero is the enemy. ...Or is he?
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The billionaire's  deal - undefined novels & stories
O.E Promzy
When billionaire CEO Ethan Cole’s father cuts him off and demands he marry, he makes a desperate offer to his assistant a one-year fake marriage for five hundred million dollars. It was supposed to be business. No love. No emotions. No strings. But somewhere between the lies, the chaos, and the cameras… pretending stopped feeling fake.
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Frozen Submission (M*M)Romance - undefined novels & stories
Pretty Betty
After a flawless shutout in his first NHL game, rookie goalie Brooks Rhys sends one private video to his anonymous Dom “Sir” only for Chicago Thunder captain Callan Lachlan to storm into his hotel room holding the proof. “Be my stress relief all season,” Callan growls, “or I’ll end your career tonight.”
10
1.6K 28 reviews
Marrying His Sister, Loving Her Brother  - undefined novels & stories
AlphaKelly
“THE BRIDE GETS THE CROWN. THE BROTHER GETS THE KING.” A mistake. That's what it is. But mistakes are addictive too, sweet as hell, alluring, and happen more than once. Nicolas and I were not supposed to be. He's the enemy and I'm supposed to be the last face he would see as he takes his last breath. But that's the thing about being sent after a devil. He lures you, binds you, and takes you over and over again. I should be scared. I am. And this one is sin. He's not just my enemy. He's my brother-in-law. We are not supposed to be, our story was not supposed to be written. But he's a taste of heaven on earth and I'll willingly die smiling. My name is Saint and Nicolas is my secret, my dark desire. “Devotion Becomes Dangerous When The Devil Kneels First.”
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THE OTHER ME WANT MY MAN - undefined novels & stories
Rach's pen
Liam had only one perfect moment—the day he was to wed Marcus, the love of his life. Yet, in such an irony, the wedding was disrupted by a jealous admirer, and within one terrible mistake, Marcus was killed by a bullet. Profound sadness ruled over Liam until a mysterious supernatural creature showed up, offering him a second chance. The catch? The price would be made known in the future. Hopeless and shattered, Liam agreed. But something went wrong. Rather than waking up in his past, Liam got into a different version of his world—New York, 2020. A world where Marcus was still very much alive but hadn't had the chance to meet him yet. And a world where another version of himself already existed—Daniel, a ruthless Mafia lord feared by everyone. While Liam pursues his mission to reunite with Marcus, he uncovers a shocking revelation: the same tragedy is destined to happen again. But this time, it's not only Marcus that is in jeopardy. Daniel—the cold, relentless Mafia boss—has his own plans, and they all seem to revolve around him. At this moment, with love, danger, and a man who is him but isn’t, Liam must find a way to outplay fate. Because if he fails, he won’t just lose Marcus again—he might lose himself.
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Bound to the Alpha Who Ruined Me ( MM Romance) - undefined novels & stories
DANIKA
In the Crescent Moon Pack, omegas were not blessed—they were cursed. For generations, omegas had been abused, sold, or forced into servitude. Their existence was considered a stain upon the pack's honor. Any omega discovered was either used until they broke or disappeared without a trace. Aiden had lived his entire life as a secret. Born an omega, he survived only because of his parents' love. His mother, the pack healer, carefully concealed his scent with rare herbs and medicines. His father, the Beta of the pack, used his authority to keep suspicious eyes away from his son. To the rest of the pack, Aiden was nothing more than a quiet beta. But secrets never stayed buried forever. One fateful night, Aiden's father stole an ancient relic from the Alpha's vault—a relic powerful enough to destroy the entire pack if it fell into the wrong hands. His reasons remained unknown, but the theft sparked chaos, betrayal, and bloodshed. As enemies closed in and the pack teetered on the edge of ruin, Aiden's carefully protected life shattered. Far beyond the Crescent Moon territory ruled King Damien. A warrior feared across kingdoms, Damien was known for his ruthlessness. He had conquered countless lands, led brutal wars, and left a trail of broken enemies in his wake. To most, he was a monster wearing a king's crown. When fate placed Aiden in Damien's path, the omega became nothing more than a prisoner in the king's eyes. Yet the more Damien learned about the quiet young man hiding behind fear and secrets, the harder it became to ignore the strange pull between them. What began as captivity would become something neither of them expected. And perhaps, something powerful enough to change their world forever.
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WHO AM I THIS TIME? - undefined novels & stories
Beauty m.j
“Who am I supposed to be this time… the boy they love, or the man they lost?” Eli, a 25-year-old orphan, finally lands his dream job, only to lose his life in a sudden accident. He wakes up in the body of a 19-year-old heir who shares his name, a powerful family, and a life that is far from perfect. Soon, memories begin to surface. Not only his own, but those of a young CEO who was betrayed and murdered by the people closest to him. Caught between lives that do not fully belong to him, Eli must navigate a world of wealth, secrets, and revenge while facing people who love him for different reasons. As the truth unfolds, he is forced to question who he really is and whether this second life is a chance to start again or a trap he may never escape.
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The Vampire King And My Step-Family’s Dark Obsession.  - undefined novels & stories
Willow Brontë
By day, Elian is a timid, shy stepson of a wealthy family—someone who doesn’t even have the courage to steal a glance at his crush. By night, behind a silver mask, he is a top cam star, showered with lavish gifts by tens of thousands of fans online. On the night of his final stream, just as Elian smiles and bids his fans farewell, a chilling comment flashes across his screen: “Check your closet. Your gift is waiting.” Trembling, Elian pushes open the closet door, only to find no surprise—just his ruthless stepbrother, Jasper, clutching his underwear with the cruelty of a predator in his eyes. Holding Elian’s most fatal secret in his hands, Jasper pushes torment to the absolute limit. Enduring one suffocating night after another, Elian holds back his tears through the agony, pretending the monster above him is his only glimmer of affection: his crush, Lucius. On campus, Lucius hands Elian a hair tie, his voice deep and warm: “I keep it with me because my clumsy crush always forgets theirs.” Elian thinks he has finally found his salvation. But he never expects that this very token of affection will be ripped away by his stepbrother—turned into a cruel prop to bind and humiliate him live on camera! Yet, what plunges Elian into even deeper desperation is when the untouchable prince, Lucius, strips away his disguise. With crimson eyes, sharp fangs, and his breath cold against Elian’s neck, he whispers: “Allow me to reintroduce myself. I am Lucius Valerius—the next Vampire King, and your true Master.” However, Jasper and Lucius are not the only ones harboring secret longings for Elian. Try as he might to deny it, Elian gradually realizes that his stepfather Caleb has long coveted him, never content with merely a fleeting taste. An abusive stepbrother, a hypocritical stepfather, and a possessive Vampire King... Trapped in a web of obsession, control, and dark desire—how will he survive when everyone around him turns into a monster desperate to lock him away?
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Pretty Rogue: From Unwanted Mate to Royal Pet - undefined novels & stories
Cupcake
Rejected by an Alpha. Imprisoned as a slave. Chosen by an Alpha King. For twelve years, Julian Carter has lived as a slave in the Frost Pack, forced to serve the wolves who destroyed his family. They call him a slut. A broken nobody. Julian lets them believe it. Because surviving has taught him one thing: never reveal what you are until you are ready to strike. When Alpha Blake discovers that the worthless servant is his fated mate, he is horrified. A male whore? A slave from an underground club? Someone he believes has been ruined beyond redemption? Blake doesn't just reject Julian. He humiliates him, and Julian accepts the rejection with a smile. But the moment their mate bond snaps, something inside Blake changes. The man who once couldn't stand Julian soon finds himself unable to forget him. Rejection turns into anger. Anger turns into obsession. And obsession turns into madness. Yet Blake isn't the only man whose fate becomes entangled with Julian's. When Julian escapes the Frost Pack, he crosses paths with Alpha King Adric, whose authority surpasses the Alphas in the kingdom. Unlike Blake, Adric doesn't see a slave when he looks at Julian. He sees something precious. Something that belongs at his side. As Julian's past begins to surface, the kingdom discovers a truth that could shake the world: The rogue they treated like a slave was never a nobody. He is the missing prince. And now the Alpha King has chosen him, but Blake refuses to let his mate disappear. With a crown between them, a forbidden bond drawing men toward him, and an identity capable of destroying the Frost Pack, Julian must decide whether to keep running from his past... or return as the prince they should have feared.
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