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When a child mysteriously disappears from a small town and even his mother seems indifferent, it’s time for the new sheriff to step in. Meet Chris Baker, the new sheriff of the quiet Adirondack town of Clifton Heights. As one inexplicable case after another forces him to confront the townsfolk in The Skylark Diner, it’s the furtive Gavin Patchett that hands Chris a collection of not-so-fictional short stories that tumbles him into a world of monsters, ageless demons, and vengeful citizens. As Chris reads through the stories the veil starts to lift, and he soon questions what is real and what’s not, and whether he really wants to know. Nothing will ever be the same again. ©️ Crystal Lake Publishing

Caitlynn Nocella is human. She bleeds, she feels empathy for cute things like kittens in a teacup, she's optimistic and bubbly, and she forgives easily. Blaise Jacobson is a ghoul. A hot-head cocky and careless ghoul who feeds on human flesh once a fortnight and is blunt as hell. When Blaise saves Caitlynn from being killed by ghouls, he inadvertently drags her into a world of ghouls and humans combined. Suddenly everything is different and the ghouls she meet aren't exactly your typical 'monsters hiding in the closet'. Falling for a ghoul is hard, especially when you know how hot-headed and damaged he is, but maybe Caitlynn could change that, but at what cost?

Brandon’s lips brushed against mine, his voice a low murmur. “Didn’t think you’d be on your knees for me so soon, sunflower.” I shoved him back, breath unsteady. “This isn’t a game.” But it was. With his father cutting him off and his half-brother poised to take everything, Cameron had no choice. Marrying Brandon the man he despised most—was the only way to secure his inheritance. Brandon was insufferable. Arrogant. And worst of all… he was enjoying every second of this. Cameron was straight. He hated him. Or was he?

To Hayley Marshal, life has been as hard as nuts and on top of that she had to deal with a controlling partner? But when her partner runs away leaving her in total crippling debt, the only thing she can do is take the deal that is offered even if she thinks it is a bad idea *** Christian only needs a woman to act as his fiancé until he can properly secure his place as heir to the family’s company and Hayley is the perfect pawn for the job. Even though she drives him crazy and his nights are filled with flashes of her.

“Hello, Lucien,” He drawled dangerously, “Welcome. I've been waiting for you.” Lucien's heart dropped. *** Lucien Hayes loves money. So much. His life took a dramatic turn when he got employed as a secretary for James Gilmore, the CEO of Gilmore Enterprises. Within a few weeks of being a secretary, he discovered that his boss is not who he claims to be. Well, turns out he's an underground Mafia Don controlling the doings of the things happening in the state from behind the scenes. Lucien knows his boss is dangerously lethal. More than he could even imagine. Which is all the more reason why he shouldn't have agreed to spy on him. But the motherfucker did anyway. Why? The motherfucker loves money! Obviously! He thought he had been slick. Nope. He hasn't! Now he's been caught… and he has to pay the price… with his mind, body and soul. *** This book is rated eighteen Might contain some explicit, disturbing scenes. Viewer's discretion is advised Read with an open mind.

--- This book is a sequel to "Marrying a Disabled CEO in my Sister's Place", but both stories can be read separately --- "My ex-fiancé cheated on me with my friend. Having his hot billionaire brother as my revenge partner seemed like a perfect plan, but... Maybe it went too far when I ended up in his bed.” Millicent Bianchi has always been known for being a good girl and a kind person. Revenge has never been part of her vocabulary. However, when she discovers that her fiancé had an affair with her friend, Millie decides that's going to change. This man's schemes are threatening her family and, for that, she's going to make him suffer. And, for that, she needs the most unexpected partner possible: Isaac Carnby, her ex-fiancé's mysterious and rude half-brother. This meeting of two revenges should be nothing more than a deal. But... "Tell me, Millicent." he murmured in her ear, until she was no longer able to contain her moan "Tell me you've never felt with him the way you feel with me."

When Eliana lost her job and faced a heap of debt, a lifeline event happened in an unexpected form. A marriage contract with wealth and emotions scarred Geoffrey. Geoffrey's father's life is hanging a string, and the pressure to secure his family legacy is mounting. Eliana, out of options, agrees to the agreement without hesitation, stepping into a world where love is a transaction and trust is a luxury. But their fragile agreement is threatened when Geoffrey's Ex discovers their Union and would stop at nothing to win him back. Will Geoffrey be swayed by his ex's manipulation or will he see the potential to build something genuine with Eliana? Will their reel marriage turn into a real marriage, or will it crumble when the terms expire?

“He came for a debt. Instead, he took a bride.” Alina Moretti lost everything in one night—her fiancé, her fortune, her future. Desperate to secure her inheritance, she needs a fake fiancé. When she approaches Milan’s most dangerous club, hoping to find a willing stranger, she instead finds herself kidnapped by the devil himself. Valentino Romano, popularly known as The Devil of Milan, is the ruthless heir to Italy’s most feared mafia empire. Two years ago, Alina’s father borrowed from him, promising a repayment that never came. Now, Val is back, and he’s not interested in money. He wants her.

One girl. Two monsters. One forbidden love triangle that could destroy them all. When 19-year old Mary Ginger moves to the mysterious town of Raven Hollow, it was her least expectation to be split between two dark, dangerous forces. Lucien, the alluring french vampire descendant, with a thirst that goes deeper than blood. Damas, the Russian brooding werewolf heir, torn between duty and desire. Both want her. Both claim her. But as secrets unravel, and ancient rivalries ignite, Mary discovers a truth buried in her blood; one that binds her fate to theirs. In a town ruled by moonlight and monsters, love might just be the deadliest curse of all.

Ella has always known her place; at the very bottom. As an omega, she’s learned to stay invisible, to endure the taunts and cruelty, especially from the notorious Blackthorn twins, Lucian and Kade. Golden, ruthless, and heirs to the Blackthorn pack, the alpha twins have made tormenting Ella their favorite pastime. To them, she’s nothing more than a reminder of weakness. Until fate plays its cruelest trick. When the unmistakable scent of the mate bond connects the three of them, their delicately ordered world shatters. The twins would rather reject fate than claim a weak omega, and Ella refuses to be bound to the monsters who made her life hell.