Captain

Skye Emerson has spent most of her high school years invisible, until a chance encounter lands her in the path of Knox Callahan, Stonebridge High’s golden boy and captain of the hockey team. Cold, cocky, and impossibly popular, Knox lives for the rink and hates distractions. But when Skye accidentally ruins his shot at a scholarship tryout, she becomes his biggest problem and his unexpected obsession. Forced to work together on a school fundraiser, their rivalry spirals into tension, secrets, and stolen glances. But Knox has something to prove to everyone, and Skye has scars no one sees. He’s chasing the NHL. She’s trying to survive senior year. Falling in love was never part of the plan. In a world where reputation means everything, can two broken hearts survive the pressure or will their love shatter on the ice? Find out in Iced Hearts and Halftime Kisses.

Award-winning Author Marie Lavender brings a captivating, passionate love story about a young heiress and a devilishly charming ship captain. All set in two coastal French towns… After being raised to believe that love is a frivolous endeavor, French heiress Fara Bellamont has always kept her dreams of adventure and discovering a soul-searing passion to herself. So, when Captain Grant Hill makes his grand entrance into her life by way of rescuing her one fateful night, she knows she’s in trouble. He completely steals her heart. But, as far as society is concerned, he’s also not a suitable husband. Grant Hill, a mysterious, rugged ship captain, is just as enthralled with Fara as she is with him, but he too knows such things aren’t so simple. Not only must they overcome social expectations to be together, but wars and lies, as well. And with a long-time yearning neither has managed to achieve, the pair must fight to attain their deepest desire: Happiness. If you love steamy, romantic tales by Tessa Dare, Julia Quinn, and Christi Caldwell, then you’ll adore this exciting and intricate Historical Romance set by the sea.

Alisa, seorang gadis miskin yang terpaksa bekerja paruh waktu sebagai pemandu karaoke di sebuah klub malam, demi untuk bisa bersekolah dan menyambung hidupnya. Pertemuan tidak sengaja dengan seorang pengusaha sukses yang tampan, mapan namun sangat dingin, Tuan Malik, di klub tempat ia bekerja justru menjadikannya berakhir tinggal bersama sebagai anak asuhnya. Didalam satu atap, banyak hal yang terjadi disana. Selain masalah, benih-benih cinta pun mulai bersemi diantara keduanya. Apa yang akan terjadi antara mereka? Simak terus kelanjutannya!

Rhea Hale, a young art restorer at the old Elaria gallery, lives a life of near-perfect calm—canvases, colors, and classical symphonies that fill her every day. But when she touches a mysterious painting titled The Moon Painting, something inside her begins to shift. Strange visions, eyes watching from the fog, and wild emotions she can't explain slowly start to unravel her peaceful world. Across the city, Kaelan Viero—the national hockey team’s captain—carries the charm and composure of a champion. But beneath the arena lights and public spotlight, there's a side of him he never shows… until his eyes lock with a stranger’s in the stands. That brief moment sparks something long buried. And from then on, neither of their lives remains the same. "One glance started it all. And after that... there was no turning back."

Timothy Blackthorn has it all. Alpha heir to the most powerful pack, hockey captain with a god-tier body, and a reputation for breaking hearts as easily as he breaks records. When the Moon Goddess reveals quiet, overlooked Penelope Hale as his destined mate, Timothy does the unthinkable: he rejects her. Publicly. Brutally. In front of thousands. Big mistake. Exiled and humiliated, Penelope finds refuge with the rival Bloodfang Pack, where she discovers two things that will change everything: she's a hockey prodigy with a killer instinct, and her "lowly" bloodline hides noble secrets that could topple kingdoms. Now she's back on the ice, leading Bloodfang to victory after victory, while Timothy's perfect life crumbles around him. His wolf is going feral without their mate. His team is losing. And the girl he threw away? She's become the most dangerous player in the league. But when pack politics turn deadly and silver daggers flash in the moonlight, Timothy and Penelope must face the truth: some bonds can't be broken, even by pride. Some love is worth fighting for. And sometimes, the mate you reject is the only one who can save you.

Fadia Thanisa Adreena, gadis desa yatim piatu, tak pernah menyangka hidupnya berubah hanya dalam hitungan jam. Dituduh mencuri oleh budenya sendiri karena menolak dijual kepada pria tua kaya raya, Nisa memilih lari… dan berakhir masuk ke mobil seorang pria asing di jalan sepi. Abyan Mahesa, CEO muda yang sedang dalam perjalanan kerja, tak pernah berniat ikut campur. Tapi satu keputusan impulsif—membuka pintu mobil untuk menolong seorang gadis—mengikatnya dalam pernikahan dadakan yang tak pernah ia rencanakan. Di hadapan warga desa, mereka harus menikah demi menjaga nama baik. Namun pernikahan itu bukan akhir, melainkan awal dari luka baru. Abyan menyimpan rahasia besar—ia telah dijodohkan oleh keluarga bangsawan dan tengah mempersiapkan pernikahan resmi yang akan diumumkan ke publik. Nisa, kini menjadi istri rahasia, harus belajar hidup di balik bayang-bayang. Terlindungi, tapi tak pernah benar-benar diakui. Dicintai… atau hanya dikasihani? Ketika cinta mulai tumbuh dari keterpaksaan, mampukah mereka melawan realita dan restu yang tak pernah ada? Dan saat masa lalu mulai mengejar, akankah rahasia pernikahan mereka terbongkar? ** "ITU DIA! Mobilnya di situ!" teriak salah satu warga. "Astaghfirullah… itu kan anak perempuan Almarhum Pak Raji?!" seru yang lain, menunjuk ke arah Nisa yang masih duduk gemetar di kursi penumpang. "Turun kalian! Turun sekarang juga!" "Ngapain kalian berdua di mobil sendirian, hah?!" Abyan menelan ludah. “Tunggu, ini nggak seperti yang kalian pikirkan…” "Enak aja bilang 'nggak seperti yang kami pikirkan'. Kami semua lihat dengan mata kepala sendiri! Kalian berdua di mobil, siang bolong, di tempat sepi begini?!” Seorang ibu berseru, "Kalau kalian nggak ada hubungan apa-apa, kenapa si gadis ini sembunyi di mobilmu?!" Nisa buru-buru membuka pintu, wajahnya pucat pasi. “Saya cuma… saya minta tolong. Ada yang kejar saya tadi...” Namun warga tak memberi ruang penjelasan. "Tak peduli alasanmu! Nama baik gadis kampung ini sudah rusak! Kalian harus menikah! Hari ini juga!"

Liora Ayudina menjalani hidupnya dengan sepi yang rapi. Ia seorang perempuan mandiri, bekerja keras, tidak pernah punya waktu untuk mengeluh. Tapi luka di dalam dirinya masih hidup luka karena cinta yang tidak dijaga. Rayden, pria yang dulu ia jaga sepenuh hati, pergi dengan wanita lain demi status dan ambisi. Cinta mereka hancur di ujung perjanjian sepihak. Bertahun-tahun kemudian, Liora kembali bertemu Rayden dalam proyek kerja kantor.

Kehidupan Rafi yang tenang berubah drastis saat adiknya, Arsen, yang ternyata sedang berjuang melawan anemia kronis, memohon padanya untuk menikahi Amara, istrinya, setelah ia pergi. Arsen khawatir Amara akan kesepian dan terlantar tanpa dirinya, apalagi kini Amara sedang mengandung anak mereka. Dengan hati yang berat, Rafi dihadapkan pada permintaan yang tak terduga dan dilema besar, menerimanya demi adiknya yang sedang sekarat, atau menolaknya dan menjaga jarak dari takdir yang baru saja menyapanya. Apa yang akan dipilih Rafi?

Anin tidak menyangka perjalanan yang ia lalui semasa ia muda hingga menuju usia 30 tahun, akhirnya berlabuh kembali ke rumah. Tempat di mana ia dilahirkan dan dibesarkan hingga usia belasan. Masa lalu mulai menyeruak kembali, membisikan banyak hal-hal yang dulu ia usahakan untuk lupakan. Apa yang sebenarnya terjadi di rumah? dan mengapa Anin harus kembali setelah banyaknya tahun terlewati?

Skylar thought she had it all until Liam, her boyfriend, betrayed her. She was broken and furious until she met Ryder,the gruff captain of the hockey team and feared alpha of a ruthless biker gang. She planned to use him for revenge. But Ryder’s dangerous gaze made her question everything. When her family gave her a risky mission tied to Ryder’s pack, secrets long hidden were revealed pulling her deeper into a world she barely understood. Now she’s caught between two worlds and one question haunts her: Was she using him… or was he claiming her?