Stolen Moments Catharina Maura

Nolan Russo thought he had his life figured out. As the son of a powerful mafia boss, his future was all planned: step into his father’s shoes and take over the family empire. But those plans are thrown into chaos when his father demands he marry Anastasia Ivanov, the bold and unpredictable daughter of another powerful family. The marriage is meant to unite their families and save the Russo business from falling apart, but neither Nolan nor Anastasia is happy about it. Anastasia has no interest in being anyone’s wife. She’s used to living on her own terms and refuses to be controlled. To her, this marriage feels like a trap. But despite their clashes and fiery arguments, there are few moments of undeniable tension between them—something neither can ignore, no matter how hard they try. Just as they start to find their footing in this uneasy alliance, their world is shaken by betrayal. Someone close to Nolan breaks their trust, setting off a series of dangerous events. To protect Anastasia, Nolan hires Ivan, a quiet yet mysterious bodyguard who seems to understand her better than anyone else. But the closer Anastasia gets to Ivan, the more tangled things become. Secrets start to surface—secrets that could destroy everything they’ve worked for. As the lines between loyalty, love, and revenge blur, Nolan and Anastasia are forced to confront the choices they’ve made. Can they survive the lies and betrayals that threaten to tear them apart, or will the weight of their choices crush them both?

Rose Fenris, daughter of the ancient and powerful Alpha Vale, had her birthright stolen by the pack’s Beta, Reed Justice. Reed seized the Alpha's power by murdering the weakened Vale, who had long lost his former strength. Imprisoned in her own castle, Rose was consumed by despair. Everything changed when she received a letter from her father revealing a long-held secret: Rose was a hybrid, born from the union of a Werewolf and a Vampire. Now, Rose must uncover her true heritage and find a way to reclaim her stolen birthright. It wasn't going to be easy, especially when she fell in love with Grim.

She lied to herself. She told herself that her heart was on fire because of 'Pumpkin' Santiago's disabled daughter. Yes, she loved the beautiful damsel but she loved her father far more. But he is a notorious mafia lord, how can she be with such a man? At the end of 365 days, Bianca Forbes and her father were freed from Santiago's clutches. But he had stolen her heart. Santiago Castillo, A Russian Mafia lord and werewolf, shut his heart against Bianca because his wolf liked her. Despite his desire to have her, he let her go because he didn't want to be reminded of his roots. Both parted ways until fate brought them together again. Will they choose love this time or will they allow their sentiments to lead them again?

I saw myself dying, being killed by the very people I'd sacrificed my life to please. It was agonizing, a lot more than being tortured, having my wolf stolen away, being nibbled piece after piece by rats or the noose hanging around my neck, strangling the life out of me. "Goddess Selene please hear my prayer. Give me a second chance at life to make my enemies pay, to get that which is rightfully mine but this time, please make me the Villainess......." Waking up 5 years before her death, Xithara gets a second chance at life and promises to take down her enemies and get the happy ending she deserves. Now armed with knowledge of the future, she must become the same manipulative bitch she's trying to take down but can fate really be cheated? Can destiny be altered? Especially when all roads might just lead to doom.......

Zira Valdez was as innocent as they come. Since she was eight she thought the boy who saved her would become her salvation. When all the signs were telling her he was her destruction, she ignored them. She believed in his lies, in those small moments where she had a glimmer of hope. She believed wholeheartedly that she owed Trenton Heath her life. That was until two weeks before her eighteenth birthday that she learned the truth. For Trenton, it was all a game and he was stringing her along. He wasn't even the one to save her, but since she is willing to do anything for him, then he will take everything from her. Just everything around Zira was about to give her a deadly blow, her true savior stepped forward. He once again saved her, pulled her from the darkness, and offered her refuge. This time, she wanted to grasp the light with all of her might. Axton Heath was ten years older than Zira and Trenton's uncle. From the moment Axton's fate became intertwined with Zira's, she became his everything. He was the one to save her when she was eight, but because he was older and had just entered the military, he had no choice but to leave her with his family. When he returns before her eighteenth birthday with the intent to make her his Luna, he learns his little fated mate has suffered and he wants nothing more than to make them all pay with blood. Against all odds, their love defies everything. Zira will find strength in his love. Axton will risk everything for her love, including his life.

Nora Wyatt, an alpha queen that doesn't envision herself as someone's own. In fact, she doesn't want to be controlled by the mate pull or be with anyone at all. So she thought! But what she forgot was that even her mighty self couldn't control a mate pull. And when it finally happened, will she ever accept the bitter reality and accept her mate? Well, that's exactly what she did, but what happens when her so called mate decided to betray her? Her throne was stolen from her, her people shun and despised her over a lie that was fabricated by her own mate. "Doesn't he feel the mate bond like I do?" This thought had her rattled, as she was fed up with everything that was happening to her. Whether he feels it or not, it is no longer her business as she was ready to live her own life the way she wants, mate bond or not! Hunter Murray, a brainwashed alpha had to live under the guidance of his father. Having a strong mate, was nothing but a troublesome fate. But he wanted her power, her throne, he wanted to be the alpha king and rule over all werewolves. That's why he pretended to love her, to be affected by the mate bond. And after getting what he wanted, he didn't think it otherwise before throwing her love back at her. But fate wouldn't let this two get what they wanted. Their rightful place was in each other's arms!

Two things matter in my captor's twisted world of crime. Power and Money. He stole me to gain both. He is a cold hearted monster with a reputation of violence. So how can his touch make me ache with need? I refused his proposal of marriage but Anthony Rodriguez didn't' break in for a reason. He is surely going to make me his mafia bride whether I want it or not. I'm the Russian Mafia Princess who caught the sight of the enemy. Being kidnapped is nothing but business. My dad is going to hunt this ruthless monster. That's what I should be rooting for. I should hate Anthony Rodriguez. But when the corded muscles of his tattooed arms pull me into his embrace, I feel safer than ever before. He watches me through his security cameras 24/7. I find power in giving him something to look at. But he is a dangerous stranger in my bed, clamping a rough hand on my mouth to stay silent. My entire life has been controlled by my dad. I don't know why he stole from the American mafia when he has everything. And my terrifying intruder doesn't care for a reason. He just wants to claim his debt from my quivering body. But under his command and sheets I am discovering a new strength. I'm becoming this man's doing. Despite being trapped at his mercy and stolen from my family, I might never want to leave my place under him. Kidnapped by my Ruthless Mafia Fiancé is an enemies to lovers, Stockholm Syndrome, cartel mafia romance story.

When a Queen in an Ivory mask, with hidden secrets and a man of mystery met, an uncontrollable heat and passion overwhelmed them both. Queen Anastasia of the North Kingdom, is a woman with dark secrets, widely known as the most voluptuous yet sadist, Wolf Queen of the North, whose real face was hidden inside an ivory wolf’s mask. It became her marque. Her sexual desires and satisfaction are being ruled by a unique condition called voyeurism. No man could ever arouse her. From the South Kingdom, Rodwartem, a man of mystery too, who has been thrown into the sea during infancy and rose to fame as the deadly warrior of the South, heard about the Wolf Queen and his interest rose greatly. He vowed to meet her and expose her identity, so he volunteered as a decoy when the South‘s Lycan King planned to conquer the North. Would Rodwartem be able to fulfill his intention and the South Kingdom conquer the North through him, or he would fail just like the other men who tried to outwit the Wolf Queen in an ivory mask? In the end, would a story full of dark moments, lust, greed, pride, hatred, and evilness be ruled by love?

All my life, I've been thinking about the same thing...That because of who I was, I was destined to be alone forever... But who would've thought, that I was actually destined to be bound to Death himself... "His fingers went under my chin, coaxing me to look back up at him and as soon as I did, my heart started racing again, noticing the way his haunting eyes were now trained on my lips as he huskily said those two words again, "Forgive me." And before I could utter a single word, his soft, plump lips crashed against mine in a chaste, yet passionate kiss, sending warm tingles all over my body, making my heart almost jump out of my chest as we stayed like that for a few moments, before he suddenly pulled back, staring at me a little shocked, only now realizing what he had just done, then turned around and quickly walked away, leaving me standing there, speechless."

"You are mine and I won't settle until everyone in this damn pack hears you screaming my name." ***** Avery William's has always had a shit life. Being the second child of the Alpha and Luna was exactly how it sounded. She was stuck being ridiculed and bullied especially when she was nearing her eighteenth birthday and still hadn't shifted. Gabriel Paccard is ruthless and is known for his domineering ways and strong reign. Horror stories are built on the truth of his actions. He's been finding his mate for years and soon has enough. There are rogues attacking packs all across the country and he decides to step in one and for all. That is until he stumbles across Avery in his mission to right his wrongs. What happens when Avery and Gabriel are thrown together to sort out the rogue attacks? Especially when they realise they are more than just two wolves with ulterior motives. Stolen glances, erupted sparks and intimate touches later; They're in for one hell of a ride.