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Natalie Taylor has one goal when she signs up as a companion at Dreams: to make a shit ton of money and get out fast. She's not looking for adventure or hoping for love and romance. But days into her moonlighting job, her quiet determination is shaken when she confronts her biggest problem yet—Levi Van Holt, heir to a mega-billion hotel chain and CEO of a gaming startup. Levi is everything she wants in a man. Gorgeous, wealthy and generous to boot. There's just one problem. He's her new boss... Harbouring a dark secret and nursing wounds from his past, Levi has one rule and one rule only for his companion: no falling in love. But with his desires continually tested, the more time he spends with Natalie, it doesn't take long for both their lives, real and secret, to converge, the lines between illusion and reality begin to blur, and the temptation to break his only rule becomes harder to resist. © 2022 Val Sims. All rights reserved. No part of this novel may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the author and publishers.

In a kingdom where alliances are sealed in blood and power is never freely given, Delila Alden never imagined her life would collide with royalty. When she crosses paths with Tobias Rostov, the crown prince of Aruyios, their meeting sets off a chain of events neither of them can control. Lila is stubborn, fiery, and determined to survive the weight of her past. Tobias is disciplined, noble, and bound by duty to his kingdom. What begins as an impossible bond soon grows into something undeniable, a connection that defies the laws of their world. But the path to love is never simple for a prince and his chosen girl. From dangerous rivalries to ancient traditions, every step they take together threatens to tear them apart. Secrets rise, loyalties are tested, and enemies circle closer. Lila must grow into her strength, discovering power she never knew she had, while Tobias struggles to balance his love for her against the future of his crown. As war looms and betrayal strikes from within, the couple must decide how far they will go to protect each other and the kingdom they are destined to rule. A story of passion, sacrifice, and destiny where a girl becomes a princess, and a prince learns that love can be the fiercest weapon of all.

Lies Before Vows is a gripping billionaire romance about duty, deception, and the unexpected power of love. Damon Caldwell, heir to a vast empire, must marry by year’s end or lose everything. Cold and logical, Damon fabricates a relationship with his grounded, no-nonsense secretary, Sienna Blake, just to escape his family’s matchmaking pressure. Sienna, burdened by family debt, reluctantly agrees—only to find herself thrust into the spotlight as the “secret Cinderella.” As the charade deepens through galas, vacations, and public appearances, real emotions begin to surface. Sienna glimpses Damon’s hidden depth and vulnerability, while Damon falls for her quiet strength and resilience. But their growing bond is tested by a vindictive ex-fiancée, media scandals, and a betrayal from within Damon’s company that costs Sienna her job. When faced with choosing love or legacy, Damon shocks the world by walking away from his empire to win back the woman he truly loves. Together, they rebuild from scratch, creating a company—and a life—based on truth, respect, and love. In the end, it’s not power or wealth that defines Damon’s success, but the woman by his side and the life they chose—together, on their own terms.

One desperate contract. One year to pretend. One chance to change the trajectory of her life. Amelia Davis never expected her past to collide with her present—it almost seemed like a soap opera. When her childhood friend, Dax Hughes, wakes from a three-year coma, and the Chairwoman of Kenzyl group, his mother demands the unthinkable: Amelia must pose as Dax’s wife to help him recover—else pay a staggering debt left off from ten years ago. Bound by obligation and driven by desperation Amelia steps into the world of wealth, lies, and manipulation. What began as strictly business quickly spirals into an undeniable web of lies and deceit. A thin line between pretense and reality is crossed too many times, as her heart is tested—Dax’s charm could not be denied, pulling her whilst he drew closer, igniting feelings and emotions she didn’t care to feel. But when Dax reclaims the life he'd forgotten, old love resurfaces and Amelia's resolve shatters. Can Amelia still go on playing the role of a wife? Or will this fake marriage break her, much more than her heart in ruins?

Blurb   Amelia Hayes spent her life being invisible—overlooked by her family and trapped in the shadows of her insecurities. Forced into an arranged marriage with Maxwell Cole, a ruthless billionaire twice her age, she never imagined her life could get darker. Betrayed, abandoned, and pregnant, Amelia’s world shatters when a tragic accident erases her memories.   Five years later, Amelia is no longer the timid girl she once was. Now a thriving artist with a young son, she’s pieced together a new life—until a chance encounter with Maxwell threatens to unravel everything. Haunted by the past he never let go of, Maxwell is determined to reclaim the woman he wronged. But Amelia’s memory isn’t the only obstacle standing between them.   In a world of manipulation, betrayal, and revenge, the truth begins to surface: a web of lies spun by the people she trusted most. As secrets unfold and loyalties are tested, Amelia must confront the man she once loved—and the dark forces conspiring to tear them apart.   Can love survive when the past refuses to let go? Or will Amelia’s second chance at happiness be destroyed before it even begins?  

Emily Benson was in love just as every growing teenager could be. She was determined to give her all, for who could give the true love she ever wanted without conditions? In the long run, not only did she find love in the eyes of prince charming (Jason Walter) but only the consequences of being in love with him followed soon after. Sandra Leslie had sworn to make life miserable for Emily as she believes Emily has destroyed the life of her brother and stolen the heart of her lover. Despite her asthmatic condition, Emily did not hold back the adventures love had for her with Jason, risking her own life wasn't enough until she got herself in an emotional mess with Jason cheating on her. Although Jason was a fine looking lad, appearance doesn't explain the heart of man. However, Sandra with all her mischievous plots almost succeeded in ruining the life of Emily Benson by sabotaging her but eventually landed herself in prison. Emily seemed abandoned and had thought love can only be a disaster after being through the consequences. Nevertheless, the greatest surprise Jason made, ensured in all that could happen in a tested fate of theirs, love will surely find a way.

Claire, the chosen one by the moon goddess was born to Omega parents and unable to shift at sixteen, she experienced loneliness and exclusion. Alpha Jacob had mated with her and heartlessly dumped her the next morning because she was a human. Upset Claire flees, concealing a three-year-old child. Four years later, destiny reunites them, sparking a story of love, deceit, and a band that could possibly make a comeback. ************************* Mike noticed her with his sharp eyes and enthusiastically yelled, "Momma!" before running towards me. His face lit up with a bright smile as I eagerly embraced him, his happiness infectious and briefly lightening the burden of the difficult situation. While embracing Mike closely, I made eye contact with Alpha Jacob. At that moment, I noticed a spark of recognition in his gaze. He had only just discovered that Mike was his child. Claire who is disguise to be Bella resolve to protect Mike and maintain her new identity, as Bella is tested by Jacob's relentless pursuit and the undeniable connection between him and Mike. The story concludes with an air of uncertainty, as Bella must decide whether to confront her past and potentially reconcile with Jacob, or to continue safeguarding her son and moving forward without him.

Ember, a mute and wolfless outcast, endures relentless torment as the disgraced daughter of an alpha's mistress in the Crescent Moon Pack. Betrayed by her family and rejected by her mate, Beta Benson, her existence is a living nightmare. Her prayers to the Moon Goddess for freedom—be it through death or a miracle—seem to go unanswered, leaving her trapped in despair. But Ember's pain masks a dangerous mystery. Dreams of blood-soaked hands and an unknown man haunt her nights, while whispers of betrayal and dark truths about her stepbrother, Alpha Leo, gnaw at her sanity. Even as her will is tested, she finds unexpected solace in her only ally, Lily, and fleeting moments of inexplicable connection to the wolf she thought she'd lost forever. When a powerful and enigmatic figure—the Lycan King Draco—arrives, his piercing gaze and commanding presence unravel everything Ember believed about herself. Her soul ignites at the revelation that he is her second-chance mate, a bond both fated and impossible. As her dormant wolf stirs within her, Ember faces the ultimate dilemma: will she embrace her destiny or become the assassin of the very man who might hold the key to her salvation?

He left her in ruins. Now he’s back… and he’s not alone. Five years ago, Nova Quinn vanished in the middle of the night, carrying a secret that could destroy everything. She buried her past, changed her name, and built a quiet life far from the chaos she once knew. But when Cruz Maddox, the tattooed, possessive mafia biker who shattered her heart, walks into her diner with blood on his hands and danger at his back, Nova’s carefully guarded world begins to unravel. He says someone is hunting her. He swears he’s the only one who can protect her. And he’s not leaving without answers. But the closer Cruz gets to the truth—the secret Nova’s been hiding since the night she ran—the more explosive their chemistry becomes. Old wounds bleed into new betrayals, trust is tested, and desire burns hotter than ever. Because Nova isn’t the only one with something to lose… and Cruz isn’t the only one watching her. She ran to protect her secret. But some sins won’t stay buried. Especially when they have Cruz Maddox’s eyes.

Sypnosis: Vangeline Lincoln never imagined her life would flip overnight from being the quiet, cast-aside daughter to carrying the next generation of the most dangerous mafia family in the country. Drugged and disgraced at her sister’s 18th birthday, Vangelina wakes up next to a mysterious stranger with a ring engraved “Yung Master X.” Months later, she gives birth to six brilliant children… but her ruthless stepmother and half-sister steal her firstborn daughter and ship her off as damaged goods. Unbeknownst to them, that stranger was Xavier Yung.. the hidden genius of the feared Yung mafia dynasty. For three years, Stella Lincoln lives inside the Yung estate, passing off the stolen child as hers to climb into wealth and power. But Xavier and his brothers are far smarter than she anticipated and they’re watching. Closely. When Vangeline returns with her five prodigious children and a global empire under her name, chaos erupts. Bloodlines are tested, truths resurface, and loyalties fracture. And when Xavier learns he has six children, not one… he doesn’t just want revenge, he wants to rewrite the legacy Stella tried to steal. Love, lies, war. One family will rise, and the other will burn.