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Drugs, money, business, guns and a forced marriage wasn't what Daphnée saw in her future. She was doing well for herself as a waitress and she enjoyed life all until she was kidnapped and woke up in the air. The mafia? Are you kidding? What did a waitress know about that and on top of it all, she was married to a man she never met? Things were going well until someone attempted to her so forget about it all. She made it, she owned it and now it was time to escape the mafia's clutches but who knew that it would be the biggest mistake she made? Escaping Dante's clutches came with a terrifying experience and what made it all worse, the friends she made had turned their backs on her. Will Daphnée survive the mafia, be their Queen and successfully pay off her mother's debt? And what of Dante? Punishing Daphnée grew an acquired taste and love? That was far from what he expected from his Queen.

What would you do if you stumbled upon a bride crying her eyes out minutes before the wedding, begging you to help her escape? You help her, of course. What would you do if you stumbled upon a drunken guy being mugged in the dark alley later that night? You help him too, of course. What would you do when you discover he was the same guy left hanging at the altar earlier that day? You regret everything, of course. What would you do when you start seeing that same guy everywhere you go? You fall in love, of course.

What happens when a billionaire CEO goes to college? Faith is about to find out. Utterly and completely broke, Faith is forced to work three different jobs to support herself through college. Unlike her counterparts, Faith failed to get the good fortune of being born into a rich family. God's attempt to make it up to her must have been giving her a super sharp brain which is the only reason why she could attend the prestigious Barbell University on a half scholarship. But, with the remaining half of her tuition going into $35,000, Faith is forced to slave away night and day at her part-time jobs while simultaneously attending classes, completing assignments, taking tests and writing exams. Faith would do anything--literally anything, to get some respite, including taking on the job of tutoring a famously arrogant, former-dropout, self-made billionaire CEO of a tech company for a tidy sum. Devlin has returned to college after five years to get the certificate he desperately needs to close an important business deal. Weighed down by memories of the past, Devlin finds himself struggling to move ahead. Can Faith teach this arrogant CEO something more than Calculus and Algebra? Will he be able to let go of the past and reach for something new?

"What happens when the baddest mafia boss in town wants the untouchable homicide detective who is determined to take him down? Vladimir Sitnikov will play a dangerous game in order to capture the fiery Jane McKinley and bring her under his roof and his control.Police detective Jane McKinley wants to rock Russian mobster Vladimir Sitnikov's world – with a gun, a set of handcuffs and a long-term jail cell. Jane is determined to do everything she can to protect her city by bringing down the ruthless mafia boss that haunts her nights. Sitnikov is equally determined to bring the spirited cop under his control and into his bed. A strong woman with nothing left to lose is a dangerous thing, and she will stop at nothing to gain revenge. But when Jane is threatened, there is nothing cold in Vlad's savage response. He will burn the city to the ground.Fire & Vice: Savage Vendetta is created by Nikita Slater, an EGlobal Creative Publishing signed author."

Zoey is hardly what you’d consider princess material. Born in flyover country, she never learned how to curtsy, let alone walk in high heels. And when she literally trips into the arms of a handsome stranger at her friend’s wedding, she thinks she’s finally found love. Freddie Prescott is a charming prankster. Despite his carefree attitude, he pursues Zoey with an intensity that shows he can be serious when he needs to be. And with those rock hard abs and rippling biceps, his pursuit of Zoey is a satisfying one. Without realizing it, Zoey finds herself falling in love. There’s only one problem: Freddie is a prince. Spending a week without Internet access or phone reception has left Zoey in a weird predicament. He certainly left enough hints that he was rich and famous, but he never outright said it. And when the time comes for him to leave their vacation getaway, he asks her to come with him to the kingdom of Paradisa. But Zoey can’t use the right fork, put her pinkie up for tea, or any of the things expected of a princess. Plus, there are those in the kingdom who don’t want an American close to the throne. How can she hope to keep Freddie’s love if she’s a stranger to his royal world? NYT Bestseller Krista Lakes brings you this brand new sweet-and-sexy royal romance. This standalone novel will have you cheering for an American princess’s happily ever after.

"I accept your apology, but am sorry it came too late because our wedding is in six months," Sheila stated abruptly, causing Richard's face to darken instantly. "If I can't be with you, then he can't either," Richard retorted angrily before storming out. ------------------------ Sheila's life takes a tragic turn after marrying Richard to save her mother's life. She faces a divorce and amnesia while pregnant. A billionaire businessman rescues her and she starts anew, eventually falling in love with his son Tyler. Sheila returns years later as a successful medical doctor with twins Jade and Jayden. She encounters Richard who seeks her help and wishes to reconcile. Will she forgive him and aid in his recovery or leave him to face the repercussions of his choices?

"Let's cooperate." "You need money and I need a wife, we can help each other." Laura and Matthew were as different as night and day but his sudden offer brought them together. Laura was an unfortunate girl. Her parents left this world when she was young, she lived with her stepmother. So she had to struggle with borrowing money all the time. On the contrary, Matthew was an arrogant billionaire. In a tragic accident, his legs were injured and his temper was getting colder and worse. Marrying Matthew, the benefits would outweigh the harms. So she agreed. Would their marriage end when the contract ended or would love bloom and they would live happily ever after?

Emilia’s world is crumbling—her brother is in desperate need of a kidney transplant, and she’s sold everything to keep him alive. She’s on the verge of loosing it all when something unexpected happens at the hospital. Mistaken for the mother of a mafia lord’s daughter, Emilia’s life does a 180 turn.. Alaric Castillo, cold and commanding, demanded she became his daughter’s nanny, and she agreed—on one condition. He’ll pay for her brother’s surgery. A tight bond forms between Emilia and the child. But the more time she spends with Alaric, the more she discovers a side of him that’s buried beneath layers of control and power. What started as a reluctant partnership soon became something deeper, but in a world ruled by secrets and enemies, love is a dangerous game. Caught between her past, her present with Alaric, and the deadly feud that is trying to ruin them all, Emilia must decide—will she fight for her heart or walk away from the only family she’s ever known?

Iris is not just a billionaire with tough skin and a crazy sense of direction, she runs the world and the people are her puppets. One would think the diamond goddess had everything, but that theory was far from the truth as the Amery heiress desires one thing in life...Children. One, five, twenty if possible. And Jake, the new intern is going to give it to her by hook or crook.

"What do you mean it’s over?" Bella’s voice trembled, her heart shattering with every word. "You heard me. I can’t be with you anymore," Michael said coldly, watching as tears streamed down her face. "I did everything for you. I sent you to school, supported your career, and now I mean nothing?" Bella cried, falling to her knees, her emotions spiraling out of control. "I’ll send you money for your dad’s hospital bills, but you’re not the one for me," Michael replied dismissively. Bella’s world collapses when the man she’s loved for six years walks away, choosing Vivian a woman she once called a friend and the younger daughter of the powerful Copperfield family. Despite warnings from her best friend, Elowen, Bella trusted Michael. Now, she’s left heartbroken and betrayed. Swearing off love, Bella focuses on rebuilding her life and plotting her revenge. But her plans take an unexpected turn when David Copperfield the ruthless billionaire and CEO of Copperfield Group enters her life. Abandoned on his wedding day, David offers Bella a one-year contract marriage, needing her to protect his reputation and restore his pride. How will Bella react when she discovers David has a son with a mysterious mother? With her father’s life hanging by a thread, can she survive this cold-hearted arrangement? And what will she do when she uncovers the ultimate betrayal that the man she’s called her father isn’t her real father, and she’s been living a lie?