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In a twisted dance of love and power, Rory finds herself bound to George, a ruthless mafia lord, in a hidden marriage that's lasted seven years. Amidst the danger and secrets of George's world, Rory faces heartbreak and betrayal when she discovers the true intentions of the man she's tied to. With each passing day, the weight of their secret marriage presses down on Rory, complicated by the pain of five stillborn babies. As George's motives come to light through a chilling conversation with his friend Brian, Rory must consider the dangerous path between her feelings for George and the deadly world he rules. Will the shadows of the mafia consume their hidden bond, or can love find a way to survive in the darkness? Find out more by diving into the book....

In a world where family ties and business deals are intertwined, Ivy Smith finds herself trapped in a nightmare. Her father's company is struggling, and the only way to save it is by forming an alliance with the powerful Blackwood family. The cost? Ivy's hand in marriage to Victor Blackwood, a ruthless and cunning man with a reputation for getting what he wants, no matter the cost. Ivy is devastated. She's always been a strong-willed and independent person, and the thought of being tied to someone like Victor is unbearable. But her family's situation is dire, and she feels she has no choice but to accept the arrangement. As the wedding preparations begin, Ivy's brothers - Ethan, Lucas, and Julian - are fiercely protective of her. They know Victor's true nature and are determined to keep her safe. But they're also bound by the agreement, and their hands are tied. Victor, on the other hand, is determined to break Ivy's spirit. He's cruel, manipulative, and has a hidden agenda. He sees Ivy as a trophy, a way to solidify his family's power and control. And he'll stop at nothing to get what he wants. As Ivy navigates her new reality, she must find a way to survive Victor's abuse and manipulation. She's trapped in a gilded cage, with no escape in sight. But she's determined to fight back, to find a way out of this nightmare and take control of her own destiny. The story is a dark, twisted tale of love, family, and power. It's a tale of survival and rebellion, of one woman's fight against the forces that seek to control her. Will Ivy find a way to escape Victor's clutches, or will she be forever trapped in this living hell?

"W-who are you, and what am I doing here?"My voice was filled with terror as I questioned. I was approached by a stunningly attractive man who appeared to have been sent from heaven. But no... He grinned sinisterly. He brought up a piece of paper, which caused my eyes to enlarge. Fuck, what's that? It's a certificate of marriage! "The head of the Griffle Mafia, Clifford Griffle, and yes, we are married." What would you do if one day, you woke up in a large mansion to find that your body and soul had been sold to a mafia boss? That's what happened to Nishane Cassiana— a famous actress and indeed, the best in her generation. But all her fans were shocked to know that the best actress decided to stop her career for unknown reasons. But no… she did not want to stop her career. Nishane's own mother had sold her to a billionaire named Clifford Griffle— one of the most feared mafia bosses in various countries. She was caged in a large and dark mansion of Clifford and introduced himself as her husband. For what? In order to pay her mother's huge debt to Clifford, she was abducted and sold to a mafia boss. She wanted to escape. But how? Clifford is arrogant and ruthless. And that’s where Nishane's miserable life with the man began.

Angelo Ian Diano didn't expect he would survive being hit by a speeding car. He wanted to thank the heavens for sparing his life and giving him another chance to correct his mistakes. But when Angelo opened his eyes, he was greeted by a nerve-wracking situation. From being a man oozing with masculinity, he became a woman full of femininity, as he was thinking- that there can't be anything worse than the revelation he found out. Angelo suddenly learned that the woman; he now possesses- is married to the man he once hated. Let's look at his story and find out who will be the first to go crazy. Is it Angelo or the one reading this?

The arrival of a marriage contract is a huge nightmare for Luis, one that will change his life. He will be bound to the woman he despises so much and never wished to marry. And to get the inheritance he longs for, he asked the woman to pretend that they are a happy couple. Along with their pretense, they are also processing the annulment of their marriage. But unfortunately, they will gradually fall in love with each other. Which will prevail, their annulment or their love for each other?

"I, Muriel Oliver, reject you, Alpha Lucian Logan as my mate!" *** Muriel, an Omega-ranked wolf has never wished for anything else than to find her mate on her eighteenth birthday and leave her Pack. But when she discovered her mate was no other than her Pack Alpha, her childhood enemy, she rejected him. However, the Moon Goddess has something more surprising for her. Her fate is not just bound with Lucian, but a demon whom she must help save his kingdom.

“Don’t you want to see how manly your husband is, honey?” he whispered huskily, his voice tinged with seduction. Even in his madness, he licked the tip of her ear as he nibbled it gently. His breath was hot, and the tip of his tongue was rough, sending shivers down her spine. She tried to break free, but it seemed that her strength was no match for his. “You’re hurting me, Ace!” she snapped as she squirmed. Seizing the opportunity from his loosening grip to escape from him. However, before she could spin around, he slammed her body violently against the glass wall again, causing her to whimper as her nose hit the glass. He was nothing but a heartless fucking gay man. *********************************************** Sierra Carlson is a hot and gorgeous model trapped in a loveless marriage with Ace Valentino, a man who keeps a shocking secret of being gay and will never love her. Forced to marry Ace solely to cover up his dark side, Sierra feels her life has been taken hostage by a twisted, possessive man who is arrogant and has a hidden agenda for himself. Ace Valentino is the CEO of Valentino Enterprise, known for his public image as a man of mystery. No one knows that he secretly identifies as gay. He even forces Sierra, a model under his own company, into a loveless marriage, and even worse, he has a secret lover working under the same company. Will she be able to win over her gay husband, or will she and Ace forever be stuck in this ridiculous marriage filled with drama and lies?

A never-ending lie starts with a desire for something. How far can you go for the person you treasure the most? How deep can you dig to make everything go according to your plan? Solana Stone was deprived of love and yet her heart never seeks for revenge. She was forced to marry the illegitimate son of the Evans family, replacing her adoptive sister who stole her boyfriend. Her life with her husband was simple. She learned to live a comfortable life in a small house with him and later found herself falling in love with her husband. It was like magic, she was enchanted. But how can she be happy with the life she has when she’s been living in a lie?

Beatrice Carbone always knew that life in a mafia family was full of secrets and dangers, but she never imagined she would be forced to pay the highest price: her own future. Upon returning home to Palermo, she discovers that her father, desperate to save his business, has promised her hand to Ryuu Morunaga, the enigmatic and feared heir of one of the cruelest Japanese mafia families. With a cold reputation and a ruthless track record, Ryuu is far from the typical "ideal husband." Beatrice refuses to see herself as the submissive woman destiny has planned for her. Determined to resist, she quickly realizes that in this game of power and betrayal, her only choice might be to become as dangerous as those around her. But amid forced alliances, dark secrets, and an undeniable attraction, Beatrice and Ryuu are swept into a whirlwind of tension and desire. Can she survive this marriage without losing herself? Or will the dangerous world of the Morunagas become both her home and her prison?

When Saraphina, a powerful vampire, escapes her clan, she finds herself in the hands of Ethan, a fierce werewolf alpha who happens to be her mate. He is ruthless to her at first, but soon begins to fall in love with her. When deceit and betrayal strike, Saraphina must choose between her loyalty to her sister and her love for Ethan. Will their bond be strong enough to overcome the shadows of their past? Or will their love be weakened by the very darkness that surrounds them.