Adrian Shephard Novels & Stories

Lena Marek never imagined she would end up cleaning the halls of one of the richest families in the country. Once an art student with dreams of stepping inside the exclusive Argent Gallery, life had other plans. After her parents’ reckless debts left her drowning in bills, Lena takes the only job she can find,working as a maid at Hawthorne House. The estate belongs to Adrian Hawthorne, a cold and dangerously handsome billionaire CEO raised in old money and ruthless discipline. He trusts no one, keeps people at a distance, and has long since given up on love. But Lena isn’t like the others. She’s too sharp for a maid. Too observant. Too bold to stay invisible. What begins as quiet glances across marble hallways slowly turns into a dangerous attraction neither of them planned. As secrets about Lena’s past begin to surface and enemies from Adrian’s world start circling the line between employer and temptation begins to blur. In a house full of rules, one mistake could destroy them both. And some nights, the distance between power and desire is only one set of sheets away.

I had been married to Adrian Foster for six years when I finally conceived his child. However, the doctor’s reaction upon hearing Adrian’s name left me frozen. "I clearly recall that Mrs. Foster already gave birth to a son here two years ago. She’s a famous actress, and she and Mr. Foster made the perfect couple." I stared at her in disbelief. "What are you talking about? We’re legally married. We have a certificate!" "There’s no mistake. Mr. Foster is someone notable, and he doted on his wife. He was always by her side." I stormed out of the hospital in anger, but my hope was shattered when the lawyer confirmed that my marriage certificate was a forgery. The world tilted into darkness. My ears rang, my surroundings blurred, and I could no longer hear a thing. At last, I understood. He had never been my husband. He had never once looked forward to the child growing within me. With shaking hands, I dialed my family’s number, and in my heart, I swore that this merciless liar would burn in hell.

“Five million dollars may have bought my chains, but it didn’t buy my loyalty — and it definitely didn’t buy my heart. I never dreamed my life would come down to a transaction of hundred million dollars. But my father’s betrayal puts me at the mercy of Adrian Costa, the ruthless Sicilian, head of Cosa Nostra whose name makes the mafia world quake with fear. Including me. He bought me in an auction and then made me his wife. Saying no to him is not an option. He is dark and dangerous. I have done underhanded work against him using my hacker identity, CIPHER. I have to escape his gilded cage before he finds out my alt identity. Each of our battles ignites a deadly game of power and lust. As secrets unravel and Adrian’s enemies close in, I find myself faced with the ultimate dilemma: Will I fight for my freedom, or will the king I hate become the one man I cannot live without? ***** “You think you can outrun me, Elena? You're wearing my ring on your finger.” I don’t flinch, meeting his gaze with defiance. “So what? I don’t belong to you.” He leans in, his lips brushing against my neck, sending a shiver down my spine. “You don’t, yet. But I can make you. Do you want that?" I swallow hard, my pulse racing. “Don’t flatter yourself.” Adrian chuckles darkly, his hand lingering on my waist. “Trust me, I’m not the one who needs to be flattered.” ***** # Dark Mafia Romance #18+ #Hacker Female Lead and Italian Mafia Lord # Touch her you die #Marriage contract # He falls first #Fast Paced #Strong FL and ML #A Not so cute Pet (Oh he is cute. Don't go by his looks) #HEA

"Aren't you my sweet little slut?" She is the rogue princess and he is the Lycan sent to kill her. Persephone after being abandoned and abused finally finds her mate in Alpha Adrian that wishes to bind her to his bed for only producing pups but why is that she does not desire him at all but the regal, brooding muscular male that is above any alpha of the world- King of all werewolves and Underoworld- Hades.

Good girls and Bikers don't mix just like oil and water don't mix. Nothing similar, nothing in common, just different worlds and personalities. But what if they cross paths and end up having an inexplicable and perfect chemistry? Carl and Adrian are the two most popular bikers and rivals in college, each with a unique personality. Amanda is a medical student—intelligent, introverted, and a bit of a nerd. One night at a club, Amanda, in her drunken state, kissed Carl and accidentally broke his phone. To make amends, Carl asks her to work at his motorcycle club to cover the repair costs. What happens when Carl, who has always been distant and uninterested in women, finds himself falling for her? Adrian placed a bet with his friend to win her heart and ditch her at the end but what happens when he starts getting infatuated with her? Watch how a nerdy Amanda draws the attention of two rugged famous bikers who are rivals in college. She discovers some secrets in her entanglement with them and learns about her past, but when she crosses paths with new enemies as a result of being with the bikers, will she end it all or endure the hardships just to be with them?

Six years, Mira spent her life pleasing her husband and daughter. She needed to be a better wife to Jackson, first he wanted her as an housewife. After seeing her younger sister, he wanted her to work and be as classic. Then, she needed to be available for her only daughter Fiona who was diagnosed with Aplasic anema. Continuously, she gave blood to her daughter only to find out that Fiona wasn't even her daughter. Not only that, Mira found out she has been fooled all these years and have been used as a Pune for long. But never again. With determination, she left her marriage and claim her grandfather's long time request to marry his best friend's grandson. What she didn't know was the man she just said yes to, is Australia's richest business tycoon, Adrian Westwood. —- “I promise you, Mira, I'll make you forget all your pains.” Adrian whispered, kissing those tears off her cheeks, "But I— I won't forget them. I'll make sure they all pay dearly for every tear that dropped.”

Elena’s life collapses in an evening. Betrayed by her fiancé and humiliated in front of everyone, Elena finds herself standing alone. Just when she thinks her future is ruined, Adrian Blackwood proposes marriage. The proposal shocks everyone, and Elena accepts, stepping into a world of intrigue and danger. As powerful rivals target the Blackwood company, Elena must learn to navigate a landscape where loyalty is rare, and betrayal hides behind every smile.

Sophie Hale, a quiet scholarship student, and Adrian Cole, the campus sports king, wake up married after a night they cannot remember. Determined to erase the mistake, they agree to keep it secret, but mysterious messages begin to surface, forcing them back together and pulling them into a hidden game. As tension builds, emotions shift, and truths unravel; including a deadly connection between their families,what began as a mistake turns into a dangerous conflict of power, betrayal, and love.

His hot breath brushed against my ear. “Are you sure you really want to do this, princess? Just so you know, if you do this, there’s no going back. You’re mine, and I don’t let go of what’s mine. Ever.” I gasped, a shiver racing down my spine. When he pulled back, those piercing hazel eyes locked onto mine with an intensity that stole my breath. “I want you, Adrian. I want you more than I’ve ever wanted anyone—more than even my husband. So stop talking and fuck me like you’ve never fucked any woman before.” ***** On her wedding anniversary, Lena Marsh sits alone. Again. After years of being ignored by her husband, she’s done waiting for a marriage that’s already dead. Then Adrian Blackwood enters her life. He’s dangerously charming, irresistibly confident, and completely off-limits, Adrian makes Lena feel seen for the first time in years. What starts as a reckless mistake quickly becomes something far more dangerous. But Adrian isn’t the only man watching. His powerful brother, Lena’s boss—has his own obsession with her, one that grows darker with every stolen glance. And when Lena’s husband finally realizes he’s losing her, he’ll do whatever it takes to win her back. Now Lena is caught between three men who want her for very different reasons. A husband desperate for a second chance, a forbidden lover who refuses to let her go, and a powerful boss who wants to possess her completely. As hidden secrets come to light and loyalties begin to shatter, Lena discovers that she isn’t just trapped in their war. She’s the reason it started and she could be the one who destroys an empire.

Adrain Tremont is not your usual CEO. He doesn't wear the latest Armani and has the temperance of a bear. Kristen Lancaster is not your usual spoilt brat. Though she wears the latest shoes and bags, she has a head for business and she is one of the best in the game. They both are very different, and most of all, they are both crazy. Add in Adrian's hot younger brother, Tommy, and we have a love triangle. What happens when crazy meets crazy?