Everyman's Library War And Peace Novels & Stories

Jane Austen and the wealthy magnate, Damien Wolfe, had a brief fling. However, this was not a consensual act as Jane had been drugged by her colleague in the movie industry. Now, the affluent businessman has threatened to sue Jane for sexual assault, claiming that she forced herself on him. Jane has no option but to agree to his demands, which include marrying him for the sake of her brother's medical expenses. The couple has decided to enter into a two-year marriage contract, with no physical intimacy or extramarital affairs. But, can they adhere to their agreement? And what will happen to Jane's new adversary, Ciara Tyla, who had drugged her?

Lucifer the God of Destruction, son of the infamous King of the Underworld, Hades, has come into a predicament that he isn't sure he will be able to handle. His power and anger grow daily, his father believing Kronos is trying to inhabit his body. He spends his days and nights torturing the souls of hell but it is not enough. His desire to run to Earth and destroy every living thing like his grandfather, Kronos, grows by the day. No longer thinking a mate would sate even his evilest desires, he continues to try and control himself all on his own. Goddess of Innocence, Uriel was born from Hera and her mate, Michael, an archangel. Since her birth, they have kept her hidden away, trying to keep her innocence. No one in Olympus or the Celestial Kingdom knew of this beautiful angel-like goddess, until one day she makes a glorious appearance at a baby announcement in the Underworld. Stealing the show, and completely oblivious of stares and whispers, she eats her fill of food only to be recognized by the woman-hating God of Destruction, Lucifer. What could possibly happen next? ***The female lead is extremely naive and innocent. She is unaware of the outside world and how it works, including people's true intentions***

“You should end things with him.” A husky deep voice echoes from the darkness. I freeze in place, his thick Russian accent sent shivers down my spine. I could only make out his large form from the dim lights of the smoking area. “H-how long have you been standing there?” I shivered, not from the cold but from an unsettling feeling. He chuckles richly causing my heart rate to quicken as I watch a small flicker of light before smoke puffs out into the air. “Go inside, krasotka it’s too cold for that little dress of yours...” ******** Josephine Beaumont would’ve never imagined that working as a personal nurse for a wealthy French businessman would entangle her into a deadly web of mafia rivalries. Struggling with financial issues and a toxic relationship, she catches the attention of the dangerous and ruthless Russian pakhan, Sasha Romanov and a deep dark obsession brews takes root in his heart. He stalks her every move with burning desire and manipulates their meeting in the pretense of fate, pulling her into the dangerous dark world of the mafia. Delve into this dark, steamy mafia romance filled with obsession, power, and high-stakes danger, BRATVA'S OBSESSION will leave you breathless and craving more.

Sarah was excited about going away to college. Her one regret was that she had yet to lose her virginity to Joshua, the only boy she'd ever loved. When Sarah agreed to go away with her boyfriend to his family's lake house, she thought it would a perfect romantic getaway. She did not plan on being stuck with her boyfriend's obnoxious step-brother and his dominating father and super hot uncle.What was supposed to be a weekend of romance and sexual discovery, turned out to be much more than Sarah bargained for.This book is a hot reverse harem that contains cheating and elements of age-play..Is suggested for mature readers only.

Lyra's arranged marriage was everything she could have ever dreamed it would be... Until it wasn't. When her dreams turn into nightmares, she wakes up to find reality crashing in on her. Can she find the faith in herself to turn her future around along with the fate of her people? Love gained and lost. Pain, fear, hope, betrayal, torture and more await in this fantasy-based novel focused around a fiery young mage and a quest to save her world.

At Monticello Senior High, power has always belonged to Maddox—the merciless Alpha who rules with dominance and fear. But everything changes when Mordred Sinclair, the rebel biker with a dark, untamed past, rides into town. Kiana never imagined she would be the fire that sparks a rivalry between them. Already scarred by betrayal and struggling to survive her own demons, she becomes the center of an obsession neither boy can walk away from. One promises protection through dominance. The other offers freedom through danger. But both demand her heart. As secrets unravel and loyalties are tested, Kiana must choose between the Alpha’s claim and the biker’s desire—before the war between them consumes her whole world.

I was diagnosed with Neurogenic Wolf Spirit Atrophy. In half a month, I would be dead. The day I received the diagnosis, I decided to give up treatment and donate my body to the Central Research Institute after my death. Through the mind link, I reached out to my brother, whom I hadn’t seen in six years, hoping he would help me sign the papers. He sneered and cut off the link without any hesitation. With the Spirit Severance Donation Contract, a formal waiver of my right to have my wolf spirit returned to my pack's sacred grounds after death, I crossed countless territories alone to the high-ranking city where he resided. He had been promoted to commander of the Silverfang Patrol, basking in glory. He casually signed the document without even looking at me, then said with chilling indifference, “Don’t ever come to me again. Given how ungrateful you are, I can't be bothered to give you a proper burial." I nodded lightly. “I understand.” He did not know that the money for his treatments in the past years had come from me. Now, there were only seven days left until my death.

Mafia princess Anna Basano is forced into marriage with ruthless Adrian Angelo. In order to escape the forced marriage, she announces a fake engagement with her childhood rival, Michael Alonzo, the man who secretly blames her family for his father’s death. But as their relationship progresses,a bloody family history comes to life. When everyone thinks Michael died in a car accident, Anna finds out she is pregnant which she keeps secret. Michael returns unexpectedly,the truth behind the old family feud and new reality is revealed.

All men are the same—unfaithful. That's what Aurora believes after being dumped by her long-term boyfriend. Wanting to get over the pain, she went out with her mom to meet her new step-father. However, she didn't expect that upon meeting her mom's new lover, she would also meet the person fated to be hers—her mate. The other half of her soul. The next alpha of their pack, Axcel Knight. Axcel wanted nothing but to mark her the moment his eyes laid on her beautiful face and smelling the sweetest, intoxicating smell in the entire universe. But he never expected that she would bluntly reject his claim. Dejected and angry, he left—not realising that he had made the most stupid mistake upon leaving her that night. Determined to win her back and her forgiveness, Axcel would do any lengths just to have her back. But what if Aurora no longer believes in love? Will he be able to melt the ice surrounding her heart? Or will the karma only hit him tenfold? But what will happen when fate has suddenly begun playing with their lives? Will Aurora keep her promise to herself? With the stress and pressure from their families, along with the unexpected pregnancy, could Axcel and Aurora get through with all these hardships? Will they be able to make it? Or just like every story, will their story come to its end? Can love heal the wound of the past, or will it only worsen everything than it already was?

Anastasia , a college student living a normal life , until one day she met the dangerous businessman " Damon Sorrentino " , who's gonna change her life and show her a whole new world