Rare Layne Staley 2002

Zara and Mia, twin sisters with rare healing powers blessed by the Moon Goddess, are raised in Alpha Ryker's pack house after their abilities are discovered. Born to an omega mother, their lives dramatically change when they are chosen to secure the pack's future. However, rivalry, love, and betrayal complicate their fates. Zara, quiet and selfless, realizes Ryker, her childhood love, is her destined mate, but he is drawn to her manipulative sister, Mia. When a tragic accident leaves Mia critically injured and Zara accused of harm, Ryker rejects and exiles Zara, breaking her heart. Alone and stripped of her wolf connection, Zara flees to the human world, carrying a secret with her. In this unfamiliar world, Zara struggles with survival,However, a charming ally, Adrian, helps her uncover newfound strength. As pack rivalries escalate, Zara must confront her past and decide whether to reclaim her destiny or leave her former life behind.

Karen, a feisty coffee delivery girl, accidentally spills coffee on Henry, a cold-hearted CEO, when she trips on her way to deliver to his company's secretary. Their heated encounter turns into a verbal sparring match, with Karen standing up for herself despite Henry's intimidating demeanor. Unbeknownst to her, she's just crossed paths with the powerful CEO of the company. Months later, Karen and Henry meet again after Henry's car accident and then Karen saves Henry's life by donating her rare Rh-null blood. Henry wakes up and discovers Karen is the coffee girl who saved his life. Feeling indebted, Henry offers Karen a deal: what does she want in return for her life-saving donation? After thinking it through, Karen asks for a business opportunity or partnership, leading to a professional collaboration. Karen and Henry develop a romantic connection, forcing Henry to confront his cold-hearted nature.

When Evelyn eagerly looks forward to her mate ceremony, she is betrayed by both her mate and her best friend. Not only does she lose her mate, but she is also offered as a gift to the infamous, ruthless Lycan King—Alexander. After losing his fated mate, Alexander’s wolf begins to spiral out of control, turning him into the tyrant everyone fears. His rare ability to hear others’ thoughts only drives his wolf further into madness—except when it comes to Evelyn. For some reason, he cannot hear her thoughts, and yet she alone can calm his raging wolf. Still, Alexander isn’t sure if Evelyn is truly the luna he has been searching for. All Evelyn wants is to go home. But when she tries to escape and is caught, she is sentenced to death—only to discover, in that very moment, that the brutal Lycan King is in fact her second chance mate.

Laureffaine Epstein, a twenty-six year old Lead Warrior She-Wolf of The Blue Lake Creek Pack. Not your average were woman but she still wants to be the Luna of The Blue Lake Creek Pack. But no, Alpha Xavier Lambeth already has a chosen mate so Laureffaine settles as his mistress and is just waiting for Xavier who happens to also be her best friend to leave his Luna for her. But now her dreams can't come to reality because she found her true fated mate, the rarest thing in the world of shifters today. She should be happy and want him. Firstly because the mate bond is rare and secondly she would be having one of the best things in life, the love of a true mate but she doesn't want it. Because her mate is something they all thought was a myth, something she couldn't bring herself to accept. He was Lupus de Algerenéé, The Rogue Alpha.

For years, I lived unseen, unwanted, and unloved. I was always the one that was overlooked. Still, I thought I was lucky. I had a home, a little daughter who adored me, and a husband whose rare smiles made me feel like I finally mattered. But that illusion shattered the night I was kidnapped. When the flames closed in and I screamed for help, my husband never came. He left me to burn, to die as quietly as I had lived. But fate had other plans. When I returned, I wasn’t the same timid woman he discarded. I was reborn, stronger, sharper and breathtakingly beautiful. The world that once mocked me now worshipped me. And him? He looked at me desire dripping from his eyes, not realizing who I truly was. He begged for a chance, pleaded for my love. But it was too late. I had already married another man. And this time, it was my turn to play the game.

After a devastating car accident claims her family, Maxann (Max) is left shattered and alone. Struggling with grief and anger, she becomes a fierce assassin, but her path takes a dramatic turn when she finds herself deeply entwined in the supernatural world. Max will confront dark forces, dismantle the criminal network, and protect her mates pack from internal and external threats. Max was rescued from death by the four alphas of the Dark Wing Pack —Luke, Dean, Jason, and Zane. They have a unique and powerful brotherhood bond. Together, they share a rare and powerful bond with their Luna, Max, who they have traveled the world to find. Bound by a powerful mate bond to four alpha warriors, will Max take a chance at finding love, acceptance, and a new purpose? Dive into a world filled with a compelling blend of supernatural intrigue, intense action, and heartfelt connections, exploring themes of healing, humor, loyalty, and the strength found in unity amid darkness.

My sister and my mate betrayed me. They even tried to use lies to force me out of the pack. I trusted them completely, and that blind faith ended up getting my father captured by the Lycan Prince. While every other she-wolf was preparing for the Lycan Prince’s Luna selection, I was foolishly plotting my escape. My naivety, my stupidity, it fills me with shame. To save my father, I had no choice but to join the Luna selection. It was my only chance. Then something miraculous happened. A golden light surrounded me, and the Prince immediately recognized my rare bloodline. He took me back to the Lycan palace, and my life was turned upside down. Overnight, I became the honored Luna of the Lycan Prince. But when I felt the overwhelming pull of the mate-bond, I was stunned to discover that my second mate wasn’t the Prince... it was him! The man I never expected.

** Previously known as "SEDUCING THE PRESIDENT.** WARNING ️ NOVEL FEATURES MATURE CONTENTS! Xavier Gray, the youngest president of USK state and a billionaire CEO coming from the most powerful, ruling family in the whole country.The founder of Eden International Limited, an international company who has been ruling over all the companies for the last decade in the state.A 29 years old, the most wanted, attractive and alluring bachelor that the nation girls are dying to be in his arms. Despite being domineering, cold and ruthless, he has another spilt personality that is asexual. A rare psychological truma of not having sexual desires for any person. Thus he always keeps his safe distance from women.But what will happen to all his restrictions when his life will encounter a multi-talented, undeniable beauty, smart and creepy characteristic, 22 years old, Iris Young who enters in his life only the purpose of seducing the dominant president?Will the bridge burn finally? Or a planned mission will turn into an unplanned Love?

Débordée entre son rôle de mère au foyer et son travail, Jane se retrouve submergée par le stress. Son fils, Jimie, souffre de la solitude, d’autant plus que son père, accaparé par son propre emploi, est rarement présent. Inquiets pour leur enfant, Jane et son mari n’ont d’autre choix que d’engager une nounou pour veiller sur lui et lui apporter du réconfort. Mais trouver la perle rare s’avère plus compliqué que prévu… jusqu’à l’arrivée de Danielle. Belle, attentionnée et compétente, elle s’intègre rapidement dans la famille et accomplit son travail à merveille. Peut-être même un peu trop…

There are a lot more truths in the books we read, than we’d like to admit. What if a book delves into the lives of the very town you live in? Reveals to you some personal stories of people you know? Or thought you knew. Bookstore owner Kevin Ellison faces this truth when a mysterious book shows up in Through a Mirror, Darkly by Kevin Lucia. Through a Mirror, Darkly is a Supernatural Thriller collection masked as a novel. With elements of mystery, suspense, and otherworldly horror, Through a Mirror, Darkly successfully delves into the worlds of Lovecraft, Grant, and the mysterious Carcosa. ©️ Crystal Lake Publishing Arcane Delights. Clifton Heights' premier rare and used bookstore. In it, new owner Kevin Ellison has inherited far more than a family legacy, for inside are tales that will amaze, astound, thrill...and terrify: An ancient evil thirsty for lost souls. A very different kind of taxi service with destinations not on any known map. Three coins that grant the bearer's fondest wish, and a father whose crippling grief gives birth to something dark and hungry.