Troubled

Ginger Peet, a resilient bartender in Nashville, who stumbles upon a significant sum of cash. Afraid to follow the footsteps of her mother, Contemplating a fresh start for herself and her sister, Ginger's plans become entangled with Lieutenant Derek Tyler, a troubled cop dealing with his own challenges. After a dangerous incident, Ginger and Derekand's relationship faces challenges when Derekand's protective instincts collide with Gingerand's independence. They find an unusual path to reconciliation by exploring the healing aspects of physical intimacy. Find out the consequences of Gingerand's bold decisions.

Lola, a rejected mate with no identity, is traded to the most dangerous and ruthless pack leader, Mike, in Tamsin City. Alone from a young age, she accepted her fate, knowing her life was marked by rejection and loneliness. Mike, the strict Alpha of his pack, is known for his strong principles and refusal to listen to anyone. He focuses only on his duties and being the perfect leader, showing no interest in bringing Lola into his world. But everything changes when a mysterious group of vampires invades Tamsin City, causing chaos and destroying packs, sparing no one,young or old. Amid the chaos, Mike faces a tough choice about accepting Lola into his territory. The invasion brings unexpected problems, making him rethink his position. Lola, trapped in her sadness, wonders if this event might be her chance for freedom. Will she find a way to escape her unwanted fate,or will she be pulled deeper into the life of Mike’s pack? As the vampire threat grows, Mike must decide whether to keep his isolated approach or accept Lola, possibly making his pack stronger against their common enemy. In this gripping story of survival, loyalty, and unexpected friendships,Lola and Mike must manage their troubled relationship while the city is under attack. Will Lola find her place and identity within Mike’s pack? And will Mike, the relentless Alpha, open his heart to the rejected mate who might be the key to saving Tamsin City from total destruction? Discover the powerful journey of two souls bound by fate and shaped by adversity. In a world where trust is rare and danger is everywhere,can love and acceptance grow in the unlikeliest of places?

He had a dark past he wanted to forget, and she also carried a troubled past she was trying to overcome and move forward from. Lavinia Bayer loves power and harbors secrets no one could ever imagine. Her walls are so high that no one can uncover what’s truly wrong behind her tough exterior. That is, until Zen enters her life—a mysterious man full of dark secrets, willing to do anything to get what he wants. He hides his true origins, pretending to be a simple man, while secretly on a mission to eliminate a woman. What he doesn’t realize is that the woman he’s meant to destroy is the same one he would give his life to save. Their fates are more intertwined than he could ever imagine.

Arielle's life turns upside down when her mother marries Charles Salvatore, a wealthy businessman with a dark past. At the wedding, she meets Ian, Charles's handsome but troubled son, with whom she shares a passionate and forbidden night. Unbeknownst to Arielle, Ian is engaged to Savannah Lytehall, a stunning socialite and heiress. As Arielle navigates her complicated feelings for Ian, she uncovers a web of secrets and lies within the Salvatore family. Charles's ruthless ambition and Ian's tortured past threaten to destroy their lives. Torn between loyalty to her mother and her growing attraction to Ian, Arielle must confront the darkness that surrounds them. With its twists and turns, this story explores themes of family, power, and forbidden love. As Arielle and Ian struggle to resist their attraction, they must confront the consequences of their desires and the secrets that bind them.

Mia, a 34-year-old, recently divorced musical superstar and single mother, finds herself in an unexpected romance with 24-year-old Andreas Leonardo, the scandalous and hottest soccer player on the planet. Despite their instant attraction, their 10-year age gap and Mia's troubled past make her hesitant. Defying all odds, they ignite a forbidden romance. The media frenzy threatens to destroy Mia's reputation and career. Things get more complicated when Mia's ex-husband, Lucas, blackmails her with compromising photos of her past. Also, Andreas's cheating ex-fiancée, Tania, returned and is desperate to secure a wealthy future for her ailing son. But when Lucas is found dead, Mia becomes the prime suspect, and Andreas risks everything to clear her name. As they navigate their perilous quest for truth, they must also rescue Mia's daughter, who's been kidnapped. Will Mia and Andreas overcome their past mistakes and find love and redemption, or will their rumors tear them apart?

Eve was a lover girl through and through that was why when Sinclair Stone came professing his undying love for her, Eve couldn't help but fall in love with her prince charming. Eva gave up everything; wealth, royalty and fame just to be with the love of her life. But, just after the wedding, Eva became a forgotten piece in her own home. The man she loved, turned his back on her. Troubled by this, Eve began seeing answers, anything that would help her fix her marriage and that was when she found out; Sinclair Stone never loved her, she was just a pawn in his game.

Bianca was sold to a mafia lord at a very young age and all she could think about was getting revenge. Her plan was going well until the mafia lord's son, Nico, came into the picture. Nico was handsome and cold, brutal but calm. However, when he met Bianca, she brought out his troubled side. He didn't want her. She didn't care. In fact, she hated him. She felt he was emotionless and he felt she was too tough. Both were intrigued. ~♡~ "The only thing stopping me from taking you right here on this table, is that you belong to my father." His voice was tensed and I didn't need to see his face to know how he felt. "My father's whore." He added. I swallowed, hurt by his words. "You keep calling me a whore but when will you start treating me like one and fuck me." He was resisting. I knew it. I didn't know why but I hated him for doing so.

One kiss saved his life. Another might destroy them both. Camilla, a talented pastry chef with a troubled past, never imagined that a chance encounter at a costume party would entangle her with Alessandro, the city's most feared mafia boss. As their worlds collide over cupcakes and gunshots, they find themselves drawn into a dangerous dance of secrets and desire. But when Alessandro chooses love over family legacy, the delicate balance of power in the criminal underworld begins to crumble. Now, with enemies closing in from all sides, Camilla must decide: Will she betray the man she's grown to love, or risk everything to save him in a world where trust comes at a deadly price?

Olivia Langston, a brilliant and ambitious doctor, has always focused on her career, vowing never to let love or relationships distract her. However, everything changes when she crosses paths with James Pierce, a charismatic and successful billionaire with a reputation for being a powerful, yet lonely man. Despite their vastly different worlds, Olivia and James share an undeniable chemistry that neither can ignore. As their connection deepens, Olivia finds herself drawn into the complexities of James's life, from his troubled relationship with his father to the manipulative tactics of his ex-fiancée, Claire. Despite their differences, Olivia and James grow closer, learning to navigate the pressures of their respective careers, the public eye, and the expectations placed on them by their families. However, their relationship faces numerous challenges. James’s business is threatened by a rival company, and his past continues to haunt him in the form of both old flames and family drama. Meanwhile, Olivia struggles to balance her medical career with her newfound role in James’s high-profile world, dealing with the intense scrutiny of the media and the emotional toll it takes on her. Through every twist and turn, Olivia and James’s love is tested, but they both realize that their bond is stronger than any obstacle. As they grow together, they face the difficult decisions that come with building a future, including James’s decision to propose, Olivia’s health scare, and their ultimate decision to start a family together.

Silvia was taken aback when her boss, Ralph, confessed, “I am in love with you, Silvia. I want us to start our love story together.” She was shocked, especially since Ralph had been a cruel supervisor, and he was engaged to her friend, Rebecca. Silvia, born and raised in New York City, formed a close friendship with Rebecca during high school. After her father's death, she sought a job to help her mother and found a position as a cleaner at The Royal Association, where she met Ralph. Living in Ralph's mansion as a maid was challenging, but it ultimately became the backdrop for their unexpected love story. Ralph's harsh upbringing with a violent father made him brilliant yet emotionally troubled, and his realization of love for Silvia changed everything.