Heir Of Shadows

Houston Legacies Series Book 1 Angel's life has never been easy. Growing up in poverty with her mother had made it even harder than most. But she was a fighter, in so many ways… How could the truth so totally alter someone's life as they knew it? How did she adjust to this life? All she knew was she had family now, and she was going to make them proud. This was just the beginning she was going to change the world. At least her small part of it. It was time to change some lives… Life was all about change…

Years ago, Calla Ward was coerced into signing a contract that changed everything. She was a soft-hearted, naive girl who had been head-over-heels for Norman King for as long as she could remember. While she was seen as nothing, he was a powerful billionaire who was untouchably out of reach and a man she shouldn't have fallen in love with. But in fleeting moments when he looked at her and smiled at her, he made her feel seen, important and wanted. When she was told he wanted to have a child with her, she believed it was because he loved her and wanted a future with her. What started as a dream come true slowly turned into a nightmare that ended on unforgivable terms. She gave him everything, but she was given nothing in return. Heartbroken, shattered, and disposed of like trash, Calla must find a way to make him pay for everything he did to her. She thought revenge would be easy and sweet, but it had other plans. What happens when they both fall into a dangerous game of seduction and manipulation? Norman does not recognize her as the same woman in the past and his curiosity is piqued the moment she gets his attention. He sees her as a challenge, a puzzle to unravel, and a code to crack. Now, the game is on, and he is hooked. Can Calla keep her true identity and intentions hidden while they both play the dangerous game of cat and mouse?

(Kindly read the prequel LOVING THE MAFIA BOSS for the better understanding of these characters) Naomi never thought her life is going to change when she fell in love with Nicholas. He's everything that she shouldn't desire. He's forbidden but when Nicholas sets his eyes on her; needed her no matter what, she couldn't escape his efforts to procure her when she wants him as well. How Naomi is going to escape this charming nightmare that kept showing up every single night and took away her sleep? Or is she going to embrace it in the end?

He's the leader of the most dangerous clan which is situated in Italy, he's the king of the European underworld. He took over the Dangerous M. Clan at the age of 15 and took it to the height where it is now. Apart from being the leader of the Dangerous M. Clan, he's also the CEO of the biggest corporation in X city, Rossi's corporation. His dealings in the underworld has helped to gain fame in the normal world. He's the youngest in his family, having only one brother named Lorenzo Victor Rossi. Lorenzo hates his brother Antonio and his family because they have always shown Antonio all the love and care since he's the smart one making Antonio his father's favorite. Lorenzo is determined to make his brother and family regret showering all the love and attention on Antonio The Dangerous M clan greatest rival clan is the Sky Clan. The Sky Clan is headed by Romero Matteo Romano. Romero has a personal feud with Antonio and his family. Sometime ago, Antonio's father, Vincenzo, killed Romero's father for an unknown reason. Romero has sworn to avenge the death of his father. He will make sure to wipe out the entire Rossi family. A young girl who escapes the clutches of Romero ends up in the Dangerous M clan. This is where history begins,,,she gets caught up in Antonio's life and his entirely different world. With all these threats and enemies,,, Antonio needs a heir that will succeed him when he dies. He doesn't want everything he's worked hard for to be hijacked by his evil enemies and his brother. He's determined to have a heir before he dies. But who will give him a heir,,,,a son??

Everyone always talks about how amazing it would be to find your mate. For me, that's the last thing I want. I mean when you're held prisoner by some sick bastard, there's not a lot you can offer your mate. No matter who it is, they can't save me from this. All that finding my mate would do is crush my heart and make my life that much more harder. Yet when I saw him at that gas station, I couldn't get him out of my head. I need to stay away, but I don't know that I can. I keep finding myself traveling to him even when I don't mean to. This doesn't bode well for me. *** "I have to go." I told him. "No, wait." He grabbed my hand, causing a strong spark to course through my body. It made me inhale deeply, intoxicating me with his scent. I pulled my hand away quickly, as if he'd burned me. His eyes widened as he stared at me. He had felt the spark too. He furrowed his brows at me, but I let the shadows start to swallow me, disappearing before him. "Please, come see me again." Were his last words to me. ***** Zerena has had one rule all her life, never find her mate. The life she leads is dangerous and not her own. Held captive by a scientist, forced to do his bidding alongside 4 others. Zerena has always known that if she found her mate it would cause her more trouble than anything else. As a shadow weaver, she knows nothing but darkness & cruel fates. She's used to danger, but how will she handle love?

Bethany Carter CEO of Carter Group is powerful, beautiful, confident, dedicated, and a competent leader who was indestructive until her brother Nathanial Carter went into the world of drugs and different scandals that destroyed their family's reputation and pushed the family corporate empire to bankruptcy. For her to get back on her feet and be the best in the business after the scandals she has to partner up with someone in the shadows but of great caliber, then she meets Levi Gomez, he is everything she needs for her company, a man of few words but when he he did choose to utter words it carried power As they worked together love, betrayal, and hard choices got in the way. Love In The Shadows is a story of love, navigating love and betrayal, revenge, power, family bonds, and secrets.

Savannah Klaire Ramirez's mom died. She was adopted by her mom's boss which was her real dad, however she just didn't know. She got enrolled to private school, had one friend and two man. Her step-sister and step-mother doesn't like her so she was treated bad. Bridget, her step-sister, got arranged to a man Ellison, but Ellison loved Savannah and so Savannah. Bridget was so jealous to the point she ruined Savannah's image to her dad by accusing her having scandal to a man but that is not true because it was just a set-up. Savannah got pregnant by Ellison, since she was set-up by a stranger, no one believes in her, especially Ellison. They were all disgusted by her to the point she was thrown out from the mansion. Someone adopted her and help her raised her child, and so she did everything so that both of them survive. After 6 years, she showed up stronger than before. She became the CEO of someone's adopted her, which was the enemy of Lincoln & Salvatore's company. They were all shocked when they found out that their company's rival was handled by Savannah. She was powerful to the point she spotted the number one in the market. They are so mad especially Bridget, what's more shocking when they found out that she was the real daughter of Monsieur, and so she was hailed as the heir of the company. Bridget and Gabriella were thrown away for their mistakes. Ellison apologized and told her he was still in love with her. She didn't accept him first but he proved himself so much, and also for the sake of her daughter-- she didn't want to experience her daughter not having a father like she had before, she accepted Ellison and they started all over again.

Ari is content to live her life in her pack and help her best friend, Sage, be Luna of the pack. That was until her parents led a rebellion against their pack with rogues that put Ari’s life in danger. Now imprisoned, she fears death until her Alpha and best friend come to the dungeons with a drop-dead sexy warlock who immediately catches her attention. Zane is hell-bent on claiming his familiar that he has waited long enough for. The shifter that will be his partner in crime, his soul mate. Ari has two choices, go with Zane and be his familiar, or become a rogue. Ari chooses Zane, but when she does she has no idea the adventure she is about to go on. Zane belongs to the Coven of the Crow and Shadows, a special coven that works for Death. They reap fresh souls and collect the spirits that got away. Zane ranks high in his coven as he is one of the leader's sons. He’s the most powerful and dangerous member of his coven for a reason and Ari will learn exactly why he is feared and highly respected. As secrets of Ari’s past come to light that was hidden from her, she finds herself faced with more challenges than she knows what to do with. Adjusting to a new realm, a new life, and trying to resist her sexy master, Ari isn’t sure she will make it out alive. Can Zane help his beloved familiar while he lays claim to her everything? Can they find their happiness in the darkness they face?

I live alone. At eleven o'clock on a rainy night, an unexpected call came through. The voice on the other end said my car window was left open and urged me to go downstairs. Cautious as a woman should be, I didn't act rashly. Instead, I called the property security office, only to discover that even the security was fake. It hit me suddenly—I was ensnared in a vast conspiracy. Someone was orchestrating all of this. But for what purpose?

When struggling single mother Ava crosses paths with ruthless billionaire Dominic Sinclair, neither of them realizes their lives have already been entwined by a secret that could shatter them both — their son. Years ago, Dominic never knew Ava carried his child. Now, as their worlds collide under dangerous circumstances, buried secrets resurface, threatening not only their fragile trust but also their very lives. Powerful enemies lurk in the shadows, determined to destroy them before they can find happiness. But as Ava and Dominic face betrayal, conspiracies, and a hidden organization desperate for control, their undeniable chemistry reignites into a burning passion. Together, they must fight for love, for family, and for the future neither of them thought they deserved. Will the billionaire protect his hidden heirs? Or will his past mistakes tear their new beginning apart?