Shield Of Shadows

'The library is forbidden after dark!' But for Deborah Waters, an adventurous teenager and aspiring journalist, the thrill of the unknown is simply irresistible. As she navigates the challenges of settling into a new town and school, she can’t help but be drawn to the whispers of the library’s hidden secrets. With each step into the shadows, she uncovers spine-tingling tales that promise to reveal more than just stories—they hold the key to mysteries waiting to be unraveled. Will Deborah’s daring curiosity lead her to thrilling discoveries, or will she find herself entangled in a web of danger? Join her on this gripping journey where every page turned could be a step into the unknown!

What if the man you thought was dead… was secretly building an empire in the shadows? Ethan Whitmore didn’t lose his memory in that Los Angeles fire. While the world thought he was gone, he was alive—working in secret, creating a tech startup so powerful it shook Europe’s biggest corporations. Now he’s back. Not just as a husband, but as a billionaire with dangerous secrets. And the people who tried to kill him? They’re still out there. For Lauren, love isn’t the only battle— She’s caught in a storm of lies, betrayal, and billion-dollar wars where her heart is the ultimate prize.

Billionaire supermodel Revekah Rustova moves in the shadows of fame, hiding her identity from cameras and threats that won’t stop chasing her. She ends up hiring Lucien Darwin, a sharp-tongued assistant who challenges her authority instead of submitting to it. Their arguments spark an intense, dangerous chemistry neither of them can fully control. And as the tension rises, so does the danger closing in on Revekah’s world. But why does Lucien seem to know more than he admits? Why is he so determined to protect her? And how long can they fight each other before one of them breaks—and their secrets explode?

The throne is threatened as Thalisse, a humble village on the outskirts of Apharoth is attacked. Since the king had no heirs, there was no one left to save the royal family from being overthrown. In desperation, the king declares Gairoshi, an ancient practice where the next king will be selected through a series of duels. Bold men from all around the world flock to the center city to participate and try out their luck in this tiring and grueling competition. As different characters gather for this prestigious event, from the nobles, mighty men, people from the shadows, and down to the Thalisse victims, they cross each other's paths and fate reveals that there is more blood to Gairoshi than they expected.

Jane Clas is a very powerful she-wolf, the alpha of her pack, Blood Moon, which rules over all the others. Like many others, she hasn't found her mate yet, but she doesn't desire to find him either, as she enjoys her freedom, and finding her mate would end much of it. Legend has it that there is a pack more powerful than Blood Moon, but they remain hidden in the shadows and will only emerge when strictly necessary. It is said that the alpha is cruel and dark, yet remarkably handsome. What will happen when Jane discovers that the alpha of that pack is her mate?

In the power games of the mafia, love is a dangerous gamble. Liora, the only daughter of the mafia leader, lives in a world woven with luxury and shadows. From a young age, she was taught to stay away from danger, but her heart is captured by the cold and powerful bodyguard, Kaelan, during an unexpected encounter. Their feelings quietly blossom in secrecy, but when Liora's father discovers their secret, a storm of fate ensues. In this suspenseful and emotional story, how will Liora and Kaelan confront each other's pasts? Amidst the shadows of hatred and betrayal, can they reclaim the love they once shared? As the truth gradually unfolds, what direction will their fates take?

All her life Gia had known she would be married off to the oldest heir of the Armani family but when he suddenly dies weeks before the wedding, she is handed over to his youngest brother, Vito Armani. Vito Armani is the next head of the Italian Mafia after his brother dies. He's cold, unfeeling and completely emotionless. When Gia comes into his life he can't resist her. She's delicate and innocent and he wants to ruin her and taint every inch of her. However there are obstacles in their ways; the truth about Gia threatens to break their relationship. Gia's arrangement to marry into the Armani family was calculated by Giovanni, Vito's father. He wants to use her to hurt her family and to destroy them for a crime her father committed against the Armanis, but Vito wants to protect her and shield her from everything. Vito is Gia's sexual awakening, pleasuring her in ways she didn't know existed. She is a virgin, and her innocence and purity is what draws Vito to her. Beyond her body and the intense pleasure she gives him, he falls in love with the shy little girl inside. Massimo Armani, Vito's older brother falls in love with Gia as well, finding her at her weakest moments and giving her the care she desperately needs. When Vito's mistress finds out she's pregnant with the first grandson of the Armani Clan, everything comes crumbling down. Gia finds comfort and consolidation in Massimo's arms again. Will she give up on Vito, or stand by him like he stood by her? . . . Vito's eyes rover all over my body. "Strip." His voice was a command, dominant, rough and it made my panties dampen a little more when I thought I couldn't possibly get wetter.

Ofelia Rosario - I take pride in being smart, careful, and independent. Fostering a pregnant cat was supposed to be the one soft thing in my life—until the fire. I stayed too long trying to save Spitfire, and I nearly didn’t make it out. But Zach Dayton pulled me from the flames—calm, strong, and way too charming. He’s everything I shouldn’t want. Everything that scares me. But he keeps showing up, helping, and making me laugh when I want to cry. And Spitfire? She seems convinced we belong together. Maybe love isn’t something you can logic your way around. Maybe it’s something you lean into. Zach Dayton - Falling in love isn’t supposed to feel more dangerous than running into a burning building. But then there’s Ofelia—stubborn, guarded, beautiful Ofelia. I was just doing my job when I found her trying to shield a pregnant cat from the smoke. But the second I saw her, something shifted. I’ve always believed I’m not built for love—too much loss, too many close calls. But she makes me want to try anyway. The way she looks at me, the way she fights for that cat, for herself… she doesn’t need a hero. But maybe she’ll let me be hers anyway. Book 8 in the Ravenwood Series. It can be read as a standalone. However, to learn about the characters and past events that may be referenced, you should check out the rest of the series. Book 1 - The Princes of Ravenwood (Zach's first appearance) Book 2 - Chasing Kitsune Book 3 - Expect the Unexpected Book 4 - Out of My League Book 5 - Man's Best Wingman (Ofelia's first appearance) Book 6 - Troubled Heart Book 7 - A Bark in the Park

They called me cursed. Blind. Useless. Rejected by my mate. Abandoned by my pack. Left to die. But death never claimed me. Something else did - something ancient, powerful, and waiting to awaken. Now, in a land where loyalty is rare and power is everything, I must rise from the ashes of my past. I’ve seen the truth hidden in the shadows, and I know what’s coming. There are secrets that could shatter entire packs, and lies that can bend even the strongest hearts. And in the eye of the storm… stands me. They thought they broke me. But I was never theirs to break.

“How can I love you, when you’re full of lies, Josh... Or should I call you Eros?” Erato Adeline Devin, a glamorous playgirl, falls for Josh DePiero, only to discover he’s actually Josiah Eros Luchesse, the son of a powerful mafia boss. As their romance intensifies, secrets from Josiah's dark past begin to surface, pulling them into a dangerous world of crime and betrayal. Now, Josiah must protect Erato from the violent shadows of his family’s legacy. But can their love survive the lies and danger that threaten to tear them apart?