Do You Have To Read Kay Scarpetta Novels In Order

I got pregnant with our second child when my husband's ex-love returned. I didn't take it as a threat until Christian took our firstborn Zeon to enjoy the romantic candlelight dinner with Celine. They were more like a happy family together while I was the third wheel in their lives. This made me fear for the baby in my womb. I don't want to lose her either. So, I asked for a divorce and Christian didn't hold me back. I thought, now all will be right, until, three years later, one stormy night, my ex-husband appeared at my door. *** "Veronica, don't ever try to leave me again. You're MINE!"

Akala ni Averill Alarcon, sapat na ang sakit nang ipagpalit siya ng nobyo sa ibang babae. Pero hindi pala roon nagtatapos ang kanyang pagkawasak. Sa isang iglap, itinapon siya ng kumpanyang itinayo niya sa sariling kamay — siniraan, pinagtulungan, at itinaboy na parang walang kwenta. At sa gabi ng kanyang pagbagsak, dumating si Sebastian Dela Vega — ang CEO na kilalang walang puso, brutal sa negosyo, at mas bihasa sa laro ng kapangyarihan. Isang kasunduang kasal ang inalok niya… kapalit ng paghihiganti ni Averill sa mga taong sumira sa kanya. Pero sa likod ng kasunduang iyon, mas malupit pa pala ang kapalit. Dahil si Sebastian—hindi lang siya gagamitin, kundi unti-unting dudurugin… Kasal ba ito para sa kanyang tagumpay? O para tuluyang sirain siya

The proposal Aurora had dreamed of? A total sham. Just a stunt by her boyfriend, Marco, to make his first love, Sofia, jealous. The second she said, "I do," Sofia stormed in, tears and all, wailing that she'd changed her mind—that she couldn't let him marry someone else. And just like that, they were in each other's arms, celebrating their grand reunion. Meanwhile, Aurora stood there, the punchline to a cruel joke.

I am the daughter of the Silvermoon pack's Alpha. In my past life, I loved Kael blindly and became his mate. The one who was sent as an arranged mate to the ruthless Alpha of Frostfang pack was my foster sister, Lyra. After Lyra's sudden death, Kael never spoke to me again. Yet, when an avalanche struck our pack, he still threw himself to save me. Even then, at the moment of death, he never once looked my way. His hand clutched only the wolf fang Lyra had given him. "Lyra, I'll protect you no matter what if there's another lifetime," he swore. It was only then that I understood that I could not force love. When I opened my eyes again, my father and the elders were already discussing who would be sent as the arranged mate to the Frostfang pack. This time, I choose to fulfill Kael's wish to be with Lyra. I step forward before anyone else and volunteered. "I am willing to become the arranged mate of Alpha Volf of the Frostfang pack." Just when I had already let Kael and Lyra be, he fought his way into the Frostfang pack. Why did he risk everything, only to beg me to come back?

Lisa Mathew worked as a receptionist in a 3-star hotel. She cherished this job very much as a widow with a six-year-old-son.One day, she met a dashing hot guest name Augustus Carlos. She didn't recognize that he was the new boss of their hotel.All her colleagues believed she had annoyed their new big boss and would be fired. But Augustus weirdly forgave her and promoted her as the vice manager?!!More astonishing, the man said he had a secret crush on her for over six months and proposed. But she had never met him before.She should refuse, but her mouth had already spoken "Yes"....

Faye Maria Antonio Castillo is no ordinary girl. Born into the infamous Royal Mafia, she possesses a captivating beauty, along with a gentle and kind demeanor that masks her true potential. Blessed with everything she desires, there is only one thing missing from her life... Jonathan Ryder. As the sole heir of the KnightRyders, one of the most powerful and ruthless mafia families in America, Jonathan exudes danger and rebellion. He is the epitome of a heartthrob, notorious for his playboy persona and his tight grip on Pendleton High. However, there is a deeper connection that binds him to Faye-Jonathan was once best friends with her brother, Jake Castillo. Since her freshman year, Faye has secretly harbored feelings for Jonathan. But the animosity between her brother and Jonathan, coupled with his reputation with the opposite sex, has deterred her from pursuing him. So, when Jonathan finally takes notice of her and asks her out, it feels like a dream come true for Faye. Little does she know, his intentions are far from genuine; he plans to use her as a pawn against her brother, manipulating her emotions to exact revenge. When Faye uncovers Jonathan's true motives, her world shatters. Will she still find herself drawn to him, despite the betrayal? Or will this revelation awaken the dormant rebellious spirit within her, transforming the good girl into the fearless bad girl she was born to be? Brace yourself for a rollercoaster of emotions, where secrets, deception, and forbidden passion intertwine. Will Faye emerge unscathed, or will she succumb to the dark allure of forbidden love? Read to find out

Setelah gagal menikah dengan Xavier, laki-laki yang ia cintai delapan tahun lamanya. Kini, Aluna harus berusaha sekuat tenaga untuk menyembuhkan luka batinnya, luka tak kasat mata yang mampu membuatnya menderita. Menangis setiap malam karena teringat kenangan indah dengan sang mantan kekasih yang begitu ia cinta. Ketika Aluna tengah berjuang dengan luka, ia bertemu dengan Fazam yang merupakan teman satu kampusnya. Hadirnya Fazam bagai penawar luka yang tengah ia rasa. Namun, itu semua hanya di awal saja. Hubungannya dengan Fazam lama kelamaan berubah menjadi sebuah hubungan yang tidak sehat atau biasa disebut Toxic Relationship yang membuat Aluna menjadi jauh dari sahabat-sahabatnya, membuat gadis itu kembali mendapatkan luka karena cinta dari orang yang berbeda dan bahkan sempat terpikir untuk mengakhiri hidupnya saja. Inilah kisah hidup seorang gadis bernama Aluna Ocean Andromeda. Kisah hidup dengan lika-liku persoalan remaja yang tengah beranjak dewasa. Cinta, persahabatan, juga keluarga menjadi bumbu-bumbu kehidupan yang begitu berwarna. Kamu yang pernah singgah, dan sempat membersamai dalam jejak langkah menapaki jalan tak tentu arah menorehkan beragam untaian kisah.

Roxanne's fiancé was suddenly snatched by her stepsister. In return, she got into a forced marriage with her stepsister's fiancé, a wealthy billionaire whom her sister had rejected because he was disabled.Bound by familial obligations and in order to reclaim her late mother's shopping center, Roxanne agreed to replace her sister and marry the "Crippled" billionaire, Henry Ford. Little did she know that she had thrown a rock and picked a diamond instead. Henry Ford, the crippled billionaire, was more than meets the eye! For Roxanne, the grass was indeed greener on Henry Ford's side. …"Make me yours, Henry," Roxanne said, her eyes pleading. Henry's electric blue eyes whirled with affection as he gazed into her eyes. His love was all that mattered to her. "Roxy, are you certain? Once I make you mine, there's no turning back." Henry's eyes darkened as he got closer to her. “Is this what you really want?”"You don't want me?" Roxanne asked instead, looking sad. Henry grabbed her wrist and pulled her onto his lap. He glanced down at her and whispered, "I've wanted you from the very first day I laid my eyes on you." Roxanne's heart skipped a beat as she felt the intensity of his grip. She could sense the raw desire in his touch, and it sent delicious shivers down her spine. “Then prove it,” she whispered breathlessly.

How does one woman please two men? Lizzie has to answer when Jordan suddenly springs Jackson on her. His life long best friend.Jackson is a dark, brooding man. When they meet, the sparks fly and burn so hot and unexpectedly that Lizzie is shocked. Jordan was a lot for Lizzie to learn how to handle. But, when she discovers she is supposed to try and take both of them on. She was terrified and overwhelmed,Lizzie flees to a quiet cabin in the woods, where she thinks she is safe enough to come to terms with her new situation. But Jack and Jordan follow her there, unwilling to let her run away. They force her to confront her problems and the terrible secrets she was harboring. Unfortunately, their problems decided to follow them as well. Can the three of them ever get past the troubles they must face? Especially when it's Lizzie's own life on the line?*ADULTS ONLY* *EXPLICIT SCENES* *BDSM* You Are Ours is created by Leann Lane, an eGlobal Creative Publishing Signed Author

Abhiman Malhotra,"I tried to keep myself away from her but she stepped in my bubble and ignited desire for her again. Her smell, her touch and her smile everything is disturbing me. When she praised me I thought there was a chance for our relationship but the next second she reminded me of her boyfriend breaking my hopes all over again." Mihra Kapoor,"Anxiety, anger, sadness, fear, jealousy, happiness and love all these feelings relishing my heart which I never know they were existed inside me until I met him." What will happen when a headstrong metropolitan girl meet a village soft guy. She is a rude and practical girl. He is a calm and sorted man. She believes in money and status. He believes in others happiness. Both are completely opposite to eachother. Does Newtown's law of attraction work between them ?