The Gift Of The Magi By O Henry

After another failed attempt at love, grief-stricken and orphaned Korina Black decides to move to New York to start afresh after swearing off men for good. But all that changes when she meets a hot doctor Cole smith and her life get messier when she finds out that she is being stalked by an evil mafia boss who is hell bent on having her all to himself and would trample anyone in his way.

In the glittering world of wealth and power, where every smile was calculated and every gesture choreographed, Ann Sinclair is left wondering ‘what had she truly signed up for? Now that she was married to Lucas Montgomery, the internet giant. The game of marriage had begun, and neither of them knew just how dangerous it would become.

"Sex slave? Is that what you thought?" "What else would you have dragged me here for?" I said, my voice trembling. He took a deep breath and looked me over, from head to toe, with an assessing expression that made me shrink back. "Don’t flatter yourself, female. You don’t meet the requirements to be one of my sex slaves." "Oh yeah? And what would those be?" He gave me that same smug, evaluating look again, but this time I puffed out my chest—and he seemed to notice, even if just for a second. "The first is being attractive." "What? Did you just call me ugly?" "Does it matter?" "Of course it matters! First of all, you're wrong! I’m not ugly, and I do meet all the requirements to be a sex slave!" — By the goddess, what was I saying? Marius looked at me, visibly confused, until he asked: "Why does it sound like you’re applying for the position?" Jane is an orphaned, rejected she-wolf who dreams of receiving her wolf and leaving the orphanage behind. One night, when she goes to a party with her friend, she finds herself in danger after realizing there is no party only three wolves with the worst intentions. Everything changes when the feared and cruel Marius, a wolf accused of massacring his own pack in the past, saves her. Or rather kidnaps her. Marius makes it clear: Jane will be his prisoner for one year, until she receives her wolf and can give him what he wants. But how can Jane trust a killer? And what is she supposed to do with the wild attraction they both feel, trapped together in an isolated cabin?

“I want you, Tessa,” He whispered against my neck. Subconsciously, I arched my back into him. He groaned, his hands grabbing my ass. “No, scratch that, I need you,” He mumbled. “I’m not sure…” I trailed off. “I’m broken. I'm not the right person for you, Zane,” A soft moan escaped my lips as he bit down on my neck. “I-I’m not the best for you,” I whispered. “I don't care. You are mine,” *** Tessa Griffin has always lived her life as the broken Omega. Even her own father hated her and when she realized her mate was the Alpha of her pack, Tessa was devastated because he despised her. When the Dark Lord attacked their pack and Tessa was given as a substitute and sacrifice to him, she never thought her life would take a amazing turn. Zane Pierce was rumoured to be the ruthless and cruel Dark Lord. He was known to use women for his pleasure and he knew nothing than be the cruel person he was until he met her. Darkness looked over Zane but she was his light and now that he found this woman…Zane wasn’t ready to let her go.

“Your body betrays you, Sera. I can feel the heat between your legs. You look so pretty when you're desperate to be fu.cked.” Artemis whispered darkly into my ear, pushing my panties aside and sliding his finger into my wet core. *** In the hallway of a werewolf high school, Seraphina defies all rules by becoming the first human to run with the wolves. But it doesn't take long before she becomes the object of Artemis' dark obsession, his hatred and desires. Forcefully marked and claimed as his own, she's forced to share a dorm room with the brooding Alpha prince and play the role of his fake lover. As their charade deepens, a dangerous chemistry ignites, blurring the line between hatred and desire. *** Join my Fa. ce. book gro. up for the update schedule, character face claims, and lots of fun: NADIA'S WOLF DEN.

This book is authored by Michele Dixon. Book 1 - The Rise of Alpha Ryder Alpha Ryder is not your typical alpha. He was adopted into the Dark Moon Guardians Pack by the former alpha and luna who were unable to have children. Most pack members resisted him becoming alpha because he had no blood ties to the pack. Ryder was tramatized as a pup by his birth parents. Due to his past he's shy and uncomfortable around new people, especially women. When he meets his mate Zoe he finds a strength he never thought he had. His pack troubles are only the beginning. When his past threatens to ruin him and his mate he becomes ruthless in a way he never thought possible. Book 2 - Jessi: The First Female Warrior Jessi has lived her entire life wanting to be a royal warrior. When she finally makes her dream come true, she meets her mate. Together they make an mighty team that no one wants to go up against. When something happens to her mate, and he can no longer lead the warriors in the impending battle, everyone looks to Jessi to take over. Will Jessi be victorious against the attack on the palace, or will she fail like many are hoping for? A female among men. A wolf among lycans. A woman not to be messed with when it comes to keeping her word to those she loves.

Anya loves weddings. Everything about it is just so...magical. When her brother Ansel decided to get engaged to the love of his life, she knew his wedding day would be perfect. And when the day came, no one was more overjoyed than Anya. There was only one obstacle that could ruin the seemingly perfect day. Connor Williams, an arrogant nightmare who may be after the bride and Anya needs to stop him no matter what! *This is a spinoff of My Boss is Clueless, but can be read as a standalone.*

Elara’s life has never been easy. After the deaths of her father and stepmother, she’s treated as a servant by her cruel stepbrother, Darius. She dreams of escaping and claiming her rightful inheritance. But her plans are shattered when Darius sells her off to settle his debts—her buyer? The feared Alpha, Lucian Blackwood, leader of the ruthless Silverfang pack.

Sophie Burnett returns to her family after three years of heartbreak and betrayal, determined to rebuild her shattered life. Once a beloved daughter and socialite, Sophie sacrificed it all for love, only to be abandoned by the man she trusted. Now, Sophie is back—not just to reclaim her life, but to exact calculated revenge on Ethan Crawford and Belinda, the people who destroyed her. With the help of Alexander Beaumont, her former betrothed and a powerful billionaire with his own hidden scars, Sophie sets out to expose their secrets and watch them fall from grace. But as the lines between justice and vengeance blur, Sophie must confront her own vulnerabilities and decide if revenge is worth losing her chance at love and redemption. Can she overcome the shadows of her past, or will her quest for retribution consume her? "Redeemed by the Billionaire" is a gripping billionaire romance filled with passion, betrayal, and second chances, where love and revenge collide in the most unexpected ways.

WARNING: MATURE CONTENT! Celeste Barlowe had lived in the dark for a decade since her father died in a car accident. Her father treated her like a princess while he was alive, but once he died, she was treated like a rug. Not until she met Elias Turner, the man everyone fears for his uncommon green eyes and what he's capable of. She doesn’t realize, however, that the man has many secrets besides his frightening emerald eyes. He's a monster. But that doesn't take away from the fact that he was the one who saved her. Celeste lives with Elias and has no idea she'd fall in love with him until she discovers his greatest secret, which has something to do with her.