13 The Haunted

Stella Rivers thought she had left her painful past behind—until she crossed paths with Jack Norman, her ruthless billionaire boss. Bound by a mutual agreement, their contract marriage is meant to be nothing more than a calculated move. But as passion ignites and old wounds resurface, their carefully constructed facade begins to crack. Jack, haunted by his own demons, finds himself drawn to Stella in ways he can’t explain. Stella, desperate to leave a legacy amidst the ticking clock of her secret illness, discovers a startling connection to the one person she swore to keep her distance from. But in a world of power and deceit, no secret stays buried forever. When shocking truths emerge, loyalties are tested, and dangerous enemies close in, Stella and Jack must confront their darkest fears to protect what matters most. Caught in a web of lies, love becomes the ultimate risk. Will they unravel the truth before it’s too late? Or will their pasts destroy their future? Love, Lies, and Legacy is a gripping tale of betrayal, redemption, and a love strong enough to defy all odds.

Blurb: Leah Orbert is trapped in a loveless marriage with an arrogant, indifferent man who never touched her in the year they were together. Devoid of intimacy and happiness, her life was marked by hardship and sorrow. Her husband, eager to divorce her, orchestrated a cruel plan that left her devastated. She was drugged and ended up in another man's bed, providing her husband the excuse to accuse her of infidelity and divorce her swiftly. Leah found herself destitute, alone, and begging on the streets. Just weeks later, she discovered she was pregnant by the stranger. Despairing and wishing for death, she struggled to survive, hoping for a miracle. Richard Leo, a billionaire, had a fleeting encounter with Leah during a drunken night, unaware of her identity but haunted by her memory. Seven years later, he encounters twin boys bearing a striking resemblance to him, complete with his family’s birthmark. Determined to find their mother, he exclaims, "Take me to your mother, this instant!" Join me as we unravel Leah's journey from misfortune to redemption, and witness the unfolding drama and romance.

He was the enemy I was forced to marry. I was the girl raised to destroy him. I was supposed to live a quiet life. Graduate, find a job, stay far away from the shadows of my mother’s past. But then I was taken. Now I’m Mrs. Valerio. Matteo Valerio is cold, dangerous, and untouchable. The heir to a brutal mafia empire built on secrets and blood. He makes it clear: this marriage isn’t love. It’s power. It’s politics. It’s survival. But I didn’t agree to this just to be a pawn. I want answers. About my father’s murder, about the threats still chasing me, about who I really am beneath the name I grew up with. And the closer I get to the truth, the more tangled I become with Matteo himself. Because behind the monster is a man with haunted eyes and a soul that’s been at war for too long. And behind my rage is a heart that was never supposed to feel anything for him. But the past is catching up. Betrayals are rising. And falling in love with your enemy? That’s the most dangerous vow of all.

I thought agreeing to carry a stranger’s child was the hardest decision I’d ever make. I was wrong. Armani Del Rossi is everything I don’t want—cold, controlling, and untouchably powerful. But when he offered me the chance to save my father’s life, I couldn’t say no. What started as a simple contract became so much more. Living under his roof, I discovered a man haunted by secrets, a man whose obsession with control extends even to me. But then the danger began. Gifts from an unknown sender, threats I couldn’t explain, and a betrayal that shattered the fragile trust between us. When his world collided with mine, I learned the truth about Armani—he’s a mafia lord, and his enemies will stop at nothing to destroy him. Now, my baby and I are caught in the crossfire. Armani swears he’ll protect me, but can I trust a man who’s built a life on violence and vengeance? Or is falling for him the biggest risk of all?

Amara had only ever known two things: fear and survival. Running from a past that left scars deeper than skin, she never expected to find safety — let alone love — in the arms of Rafael Moretti, the most feared man in the city’s underworld. Ruthless, powerful, and haunted by his own demons, Rafael never imagined someone like Amara could slip past the armor he wore like a second skin. Saving her was never part of his plan. Needing her was never supposed to happen. But when her past comes hunting and his enemies see her as his one weakness, Rafael will stop at nothing to protect her — even if it means burning down the world they know. As danger tightens its noose around them, Amara and Rafael fight for a love that was forged in chaos and baptized in blood. Together, they will build a sanctuary — a home, a family, and a future no one can ever take from them. In a world where trust is a weapon and love is the most dangerous risk of all, will they find their forever — or will the past destroy them before they ever have the chance?

Kael has always been an anomaly. Born a male Omega in a world where such a thing is considered an abomination, he’s spent his life cloaked in deception, thanks to his mother’s tireless efforts. Working as a lowly palace servant, Kael lives in fear of discovery, desperately clinging to his fabricated Beta identity. When a brawl lands him a position as personal assistant to the aloof and formidable Alpha Prince, Alaric, Kael's carefully constructed world teeters on the brink of collapse. Alaric, burdened by the pressure of finding a mate and securing the throne, is haunted by the whispers of his unmated status. But one fateful accident shatters Kael’s disguise, unleashing his intoxicating Omega scent and igniting a primal bond with Alaric that neither of them can deny. As their secret love blossoms in the shadows, they must confront societal prejudice, political machinations, and a devastating secret from Kael's past – a connection to the royal family that could destroy everything they hold dear. Torn between duty and desire, Alaric and Kael must fight for their love and challenge the very foundation of their world, even if it means risking everything.

Selene never expected her life to spiral from one reckless night with a stranger. But when she discovers she’s pregnant with no name, no mate bond, and no one to trust, her world crumbles. Her powerful Alpha father demands the shame be erased. Her brother risks everything to help her escape. And the only man who could change everything… vanishes. The man she can’t forget isn’t just her child’s father. He’s her mate. Burdened by the crown of Alpha and chained to an arranged marriage meant to seal an alliance, Tristan’s heart was haunted by the girl from a night that won’t let him go. He spends his days searching for her unaware that their lives are about to collide again in the most brutal way. Secrets run deep. Bloodlines are tangled. Tristan will stop at nothing to reclaim what was always his. His mate. His child. His future. Even if it means defying his pack, his legacy… and the past that cursed them both.

“Now tell me, little mate,” he murmured, his golden eyes glinting with a dangerous light, “do you want revenge on all those who did you wrong?” ___ As the illegitimate daughter of an Alpha, Dorothy's life is anything but a fairytale. Born of scandal and shrouded in shame, she has spent her years as the pack’s punching bag—bullied, neglected, and scorned by the very people who should have protected her. But just when she believes her suffering has reached its peak, fate delivers the cruelest blow: she is fated to a man so feared, so ruthless, that even his name sends shivers down spines—Alpha Ace, the King of Alphas, a broken man haunted by the loss of his previous Luna. Unable to claim or reject her, Ace keeps Dorothy close, seeking the truth behind her existence. But as their bond deepens, they uncover dark secrets tied to their fate. Will they defy destiny’s cruel hand, or will history repeat itself?

Love. Love comes in different forms. For Ryder, his came as a nightmare. Haunted by rejection and heartache, Ryder Moon's life is turned upside down when he decides to run away from his pack. After going rouge, he's taken into Silver Moon pack where he rises through the ranks with a cruel determination. Years later, he takes over the pack as the leader, a formidable Alpha, void of emotions and empathy. But with great power comes great responsibilities. A pack with a mateless Alpha is a flaw so Ryder chooses a mate for himself. The strongest omega in the pack and his lover, Lexi Shepard. Despite not being fated to be together, he pushes for a wedding. Right before it happens though, Zed comes back into his life with a few more rogues. His entry back into Ryder's life shakes his tough resolve. Will Zed presence soften Ryder's stone cold heart or will he push Zed out of his life the same way he did with him, years ago?

Aimee: I had it all: a loving family, a good education, and a handsome boyfriend who was about to propose. But my perfect world came crashing down when Jake publicly announced Jessica, my worst enemy, as his Luna on the night of his coronation. Heartbroken and humiliated, I planned to flee back home, bury my face into my pillows, and sob. But fate had other plans for me. That same night, I discovered that I was mated to Alpha Logan, the ruthless leader of the Ridge Pack that haunted everyone's nightmare. Logan: I didn't give a damn about the coronation of the new Alpha of the Crescent Pack. I was only there to sign a peace treaty and get out of there. I had enough problems of my own: a curse that had made me numb, and a mate that eluded me. But then I smelled something that changed everything. A sweet and intoxicating scent that stirred something in me. She was my mate, and she was mine. And I would stop at nothing to claim her. Even if it meant starting a war.