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She belongs to a wolf. She's married to the hunter. To the world, Elira Malven is the villainess who stole a princess's betrothed—the legendary war hero, Kael Rennar. But her gilded marriage is a cage, and her perfect smile a mask for a soul going numb. Until Thane. A single touch in a dusty library awakens a primal bond she never knew existed. He is her mate, the other half of her wolf-blooded soul. But the bond awakens too late. She is already bound to Kael, who has returned from battle not just as a husband, but as a Wolfhunter—the sworn enemy of her kind. Now, Elira must choose: remain the perfect wife to the man born to destroy her, or risk everything for a love that could get them both killed.

Depuis la mort tragique de ses parents, Mara, 21 ans, vit dans l’ombre. Exploitée par sa tante, humiliée par ses cousines, elle survit plus qu’elle ne vit. Seule lumière dans sa vie : sa meilleure amie, Mariam. Un soir, un dîner anodin organisé par cette dernière change tout. Amir, mystérieux, charismatique et outrageusement riche, fait une entrée fracassante dans sa vie. Voitures de luxe, regards brûlants, cadeaux inattendus... Il est tout ce qu’elle n’a jamais connu. Mais derrière ce charme irrésistible, se cache un homme dangereux. Chef d’une puissante mafia, Amir est aussi celui qui va briser les chaînes qui étouffaient Mara. Entre mensonges, passion, trahisons et feu, Mara devra faire un choix : fuir... ou devenir reine dans un monde de crime. Elle était brisée. Il fera d’elle une reine. Mais à quel prix ? ⚠️ Dark romance addictive, scènes intenses, émotions garanties.

Sudah kali ke dua Andrian menolak permintaan ibunya, Nyonya Retno untuk dijodohkan. Nyonya Retno berharap Andrian dapat memberi cucu untuk menyenangkan Tito Rianggono, ayahnya. Nyonya Retno khawatir jika kepemimpinan perusahaan diserahkan pada Thomas, adik Andrian. Namun, mencari jodoh untuk Andrian yang lumpuh bukanlah perkara mudah. Kisah cinta tokoh-tokoh dalam novel ini dijalin dengan berbagai intrik dan perebutan harta. Setiap tokoh punya rahasia yang mencengangkan.

Vivian Brown knew she had responsibilities as the daughter of the Alpha, her father was not a man to say no to. Especially when it comes to the Red Crescent Pack. Thomas Bradley the Alpha of the Rogues, a pack of misfits, traitors and wolves who have been banished from their packs has become a threat. His pack growing in numbers, and Vivian's father would do anything to save his pack. Even if that means sacrificing his daughter. In a world dominated by Alpha's, by men. Will this wolf find her voice or is she destined to be a pawn in a very dangerous game?

Olivia Anderson is a young, ordinary girl but the thing that is not ordinary about her is her job: being a stripper. She is compelled to do the job because of her sick mother who is a cancer patient, but she loses her job while protecting herself from being harassed. Thomas Walker is the sole heir to a billion-dollar business, but the dilemma is that he can enjoy the perks only if he marries and produces an heir. Different, yet, compelling circumstances bring them together to form a contracted marriage for a year. But, will they go their separate ways after the year ends? Will the marriage not turn into something more?

Summary: Inspector Thomas Bertrand, a methodical and respected police officer, is tasked with investigating a mysterious murder. The evidence seems to point to the assassin being a beautiful and young woman, Isabelle Dufresne. But as soon as he meets her, an irresistible attraction grows between them, a feeling that deeply unsettles him. The battle between his duty to justice and his growing emotions for Isabelle leads him into an intense inner struggle. As the investigation progresses, he discovers that nothing is as it seems and that dark forces are manipulating the truth. His heart and mind are in conflict, and the hidden truth could very well destroy him.

Blurb: Emma is a girl of 20 years old, and her life with her mother was not easy. She was abandoned by her father before she was born. She struggles every day but her mother's illness will force her to sell her virginity to a ruthless billionaire. An ambitious man, a wealthy tyrant with a dark desire who always gets what he wants. What will happen when her new lover Thomas finds out she sells her virginity for her Mother's illness will he forgive her? Or will she be wrecked to be his slave forever?

In a high school world where popularity reigns, Ava Martinez prefers the quiet corners of the library to the chaos of the halls. After her mother's engagement to Mark, she's forced to navigate life with her charming yet unpredictable stepsibling, Ethan Davis. When a science project pairs them together, their playful banter ignites a connection neither expected. As Ethan helps Ava transform into the girl she thinks she wants to be, they both confront jealousy, self-discovery, and the complexities of their feelings. But when a betrayal threatens to unravel everything, Ava must decide what truly matters. In this heartwarming tale of friendship, identity, and the struggle for acceptance, Ava learns that the journey to find oneself is often the most rewarding adventure of all. Will she choose the spotlight or embrace her true self—and the unexpected love waiting right beside her?

Cette histoire est le tome 2. Vous pouvez retrouver le Tome 1, Regarde-Moi. Au cœur du Grand Hôtel Vesuvio, Ava, l'épouse du redoutable Vincenzo De Luca, est prisonnière d'une solitude opulente. Un mois d'exil volontaire, suite à une humiliation insoutenable, et toujours ce silence assourdissant de son mari. Lui, Vincenzo, fier magnat napolitain, refuse de céder, même si son empire et son âme sont en lambeaux depuis son départ. Les rues de Naples bruissent déjà des rumeurs de leur rupture, mais ce que ni Ava ni Vincenzo ne savent, c'est que des ombres bien plus sombres s'étendent sur le clan. Cargaisons disparues, trahisons chuchotées... l'empire De Luca vacille. Ava percera-t-elle le mystère du mutisme de Vincenzo avant que l'orgueil et les secrets sanglants de la mafia n'achèvent un amour déjà brisé ? Et si la plus grande menace ne venait pas de l'extérieur, mais d'une trahison intime qui pourrait faire s'écrouler tout un héritage ? Avertissement : Ce roman s'adresse exclusivement à un public majeur et averti. Il contient des descriptions explicites pouvant heurter la sensibilité de certaines personnes, notamment des scènes de violence physique et psychologique, de consommation de drogue et d'alcool, ainsi que des scènes à caractère sexuel. La lecture de ce contenu est déconseillée aux personnes mineures ou sensibles à ces thématiques. Note de l'autrice Cette œuvre est une fiction entièrement originale. Toute ressemblance avec des personnes existantes, des événements réels, ou d'autres histoires de fiction, publiées ou non, serait purement fortuite. Si certains thèmes ou archétypes peuvent évoquer d'autres œuvres du genre romantico-érotique, l'univers, les personnages et les intrigues de ce récit sont le fruit de l'imagination de l'autrice.

Seharusnya, hubungan asmara antara Edward Carson Quin dan Alice Cooper John baik-baik saja sampai mereka melangsungkan pertunangan. Sampai sosok gadis cilik, adik tiri Edward, hadir di antara mereka, Rosie Wilkins. Gadis jahat yang menebarkan godaan maut yang berbahaya andalannya hingga hubungan Edward dan sang kekasih yang sudah berjalan enam tahun ini hampir pupus di tengah jalan dan berada di ambang kehancuran. Tapi di balik itu semua, benarkah jika Rosie yang menjadi dalang kehancuran hubungannya? Atau, ternyata ada hal lain yang mengejutkan? Lantas, mampukah Edward dan Alice mempertahankan hubungan mereka? Atau mungkin, sang pria jatuh pada pesona sang adik tiri yang memikat?