Landscape With The Fall Of Icarus Bruegel

I was a regular interior designer until my life took a whirlwind turn when I was hired to renovate the luxurious property of Ethan Blackwood, a powerful billionaire with a reputation for being ruthless and cold. Our first encounter was a clash of wills, with Ethan acting like an arrogant asshole, and me, trying to maintain my composure to keep the job. But beneath his tough exterior, I sensed an undeniable attraction between us. Despite my resolution to stay away from him, fate seemed to draw us together. But just as we started to build something real, a dark secret from my past resurfaced, threatening to destroy everything.

Finding out about her pregnancy and getting kicked out by the father's family is not something that was in the script of Olivia Bennett's life. After getting rude information that her baby daddy was getting married to someone handpicked by his family, she took her broken spirit and pride away, vowing never again, to trust men. Marcus Salvatore did not want a life of drugs, guns, and death, but he had no choice as the heir of the Salvatore family. Fate led him to his son, whom he didn't know yet. Only after meeting with the mother of the child - His long-lost love, Olivia - did he realize that they still had some unfinished business and passion between them. He will do all he can, both legally and illegally, to rekindle that passion.

Three years ago, she was a poor judge of character. She was willing to donate her kidney and become disfigured for an a**hole. However, not only did that man cheat on her, he had even nearly caused her to lose her life!Three years later, she regained her beauty. Upon her glorious return, she swore to make all a**holes pay for what they did.It was widely known that Stanley Batton, the wealthiest tycoon in Atlantis, was a cruel man feared by many. Although he had the facial features of a passionate man, he was known for his heart of ice.People constantly speculated on the kind of woman who would be able to open his heart.However, to everyone’s surprise, he kneeled on one knee under the spotlight, and in front of every known media company, to tie a butterfly knot on her shoe.“Stanley Batton, what do you really want?” She seemed panicked and flustered.He laughed at himself. “Xyla Quest, no one else but you can take my life away!”

Helen's wedding day was meant to be the happiest, marrying her childhood sweetheart. However, it turned into her worst when her beloved husband assaulted her after the ceremony. Despite being beaten by the man she loved, fortune favored her as the third wealthiest man on Earth came to her rescue. Not only rich but remarkably young and attractive, he offered her unimaginable wealth to marry him for six months. Surprisingly, Helen agreed, but her agreement wasn't fueled by riches but a hidden motive.

“Consider it your blessed day, Fake fairy. Don't dare to cross my path ever again unless you stop loving your dear life.” His aqua-blue eyes pierced my soul, forcing me to stay still as his fierce voice churned my inside. He casted me a look of pure contempt before giving me the warning which screamed pure death. Pearl Addison, the human girl, landed in New York to find her college sweetheart cum fiance Jordan who vanished into the thin air, without being noticed. But on the very first day she crossed the path of Andreas Ronan Sinfield who was a powerful and mysterious Lycan king and the monarchical bloodline of the Seinfeld lineage which has been existing since medieval times. He developed strong revulsion toward her on their first meeting and first touch. Pearl was terrified of him to the core, seeing his monstrous behaviour and inhumane sight as He scared her with his half Lycan face without realising her human nature. Her six months stay in the foreign land tangled her into ominous experiences among feral beasts in the city and fate tossed her in the arms of Andreas who despised her for a reason unknown to her. But what about the alluring scent she emitted around him which should only come from his fated mate who died years ago? Consipiries, Betrayal, killings, lies, battles and Revenge took the shapes in between the unexpected love between two different souls. Would Pearl manage to slip from under his puissant wings when she happened to see his real identity or would He bind her to himself forever? After all He had some plans for her which she wouldn't be able to deny. As He, himself is the law in the city known by the name of the “Lethal Senator”.

Running away from the dark past of her life, Sofia McCommer is determined to start new and prove her worth to her family by joining her family business that's close to bankruptcy. Scorched by life, Adrian T Larsen, the powerful business magnet has become a man no one wanted to cross paths with. With only darkness filled in his dead heart, he doesn't know what kindness is, and has an intense hatred for the word: love. And then comes the game. A game of ignoring the cold-hearted playboy Sofia plays with her friends at a Saturday night club. The rules were simple: Ignore the billionaire, hurt his ego and get out. But little did she know that getting out of the paws of an injured tiger wasn't an easy thing to do. Especially when the infamous businessman, Adrian Larsen's male ego was at stake here. Bound by fate when their paths clash with each other more than Sofia ever expected, when the powerful billionaire barges into her life, sparks and desire start to test her resistance. But she has to push him away and keep her heart locked to keep both of them safe from the dangerous shadows of her past. The dark past that always lurked around. But can she do that when the devil has already set his eyes on her? She has played a game, and now she has to face the consequences. Because when a predator is teased, it's supposed to chase...

Cassandra Moore (Cassie) was living her dream life. She finally achieved her last wish, which was to attain her dream job of becoming a secretary to a CEO of a giant company. She got hired at RX Corp, the largest business corporation in the country. She went to celebrate that milestone with her friends in a nightclub, and that was when the mess started. Her friend made a prank call to her ex-boyfriend from seven years ago, Riccardo Xavier (Ricky), the ex she never got over yet even after years. They forced her to talk with him without her consent. The next morning, Cassie realized that she had slept with Ricky. She stormed out of his house in disbelief and tried to forget what happened. Everything looked fine until the first day she reported to RX Corp. She found out that Ricky was actually the CEO of the company and was her new boss. Slowly, another love story began between them and little by little the dark secrets of the Xavier family came into her light. Ricky was no ordinary man and being with him would cost her a lot of danger and damage. All the horrible things that happened around Ricky caused Cassie to slowly lose her sanity. In the end, would Cassie stay with Ricky, the man that she had always loved? Or would she leave him when things get out of control?

Miya Ashton has always lived a life of luxury until it all comes crashing down in an instant. Her father suddenly leaves, leaving her in a difficult financial situation. Chased by unpaid debts, humiliated at college, and betrayed by her boyfriend, Miya almost loses hope—until a mysterious offer from a school principal changes everything. Victor Wyatt introduces Miya to Damian Sawyer, who's known for being a bit cold. To save her family from total destruction, Miya signs a crazy contract: she'll have Damian's heir in exchange for everything she's ever had. However, what seems like a simple deal soon turns into something much more complex. As Damian becomes caught up in a brutal conflict that threatens her family, Miya finds herself increasingly drawn into Damian's dark world and into a heart she never expected to open. But there's more going on behind the scenes than meets the eye. Damian's dark secrets and the lies of those closest to him put Miya's life and the child she's carrying in danger. As the power struggle reaches its peak, Miya must fight not only for her life but also for the future she and Damian have in mind. Will they succeed in overcoming their opponents, or will their relationship be ruined by a devastating secret?

Kelvin Woodhouse is thrown into a whole new world after the demise of his grandma and the loss of his job in one day.. He is forced to find a job quickly to fend for himself and his little brother, Jacky. He is lucky enough to be the personal assistant of the Mayor's daughter, Anna Thompson whom he later falls for.. In time, her siblings, Ralph and Katherine falls in love with him too. Kelvin isn't interested in any of them but tries to get to Anna who isn't allowed to return his love.. Love, hate, broken trust comes to light as kelvin thinks she had only used him for her selfish needs.. Does kelvin get the love of his life? How does he scale through all his difficulties?

Aria Abrams, an innocent, uneducated girl is the works for the devil in disguise in his mansion as the house help. She is the gardener's grand daughter and she has no idea her life is about to change when she accepts a deal with him for something she wants in return. A life changing opportunity! Xavier Hudson, the grumpy businessman and the only heir to his entire family line is ready to do anything to get a wife, even if it means asking the first girl he sets his eyes on to marry him right after swearing off on all women. Is the deal worth all the trouble that comes along with it? Will they be able to fight the growing attraction despite the lies surrounding them? What happens when the lines get crossed and the truth comes out? Read more to find out in this steamy slown burn novel!