When rising actress Lena Carter lands her first major lead role, the last thing she expects is to be paired with Noah Sinclair, the insufferably arrogant A-list actor she's despised since their first disastrous meeting. Forced to work together on the set of a high-profile romance film, their off-screen clashes threaten to derail production. But as scripted passion bleeds into reality, their fiery tension turns into something neither of them saw coming.
Lena Carter had dreamed of this moment her whole life.
The warm glow of the audition room lights, the script in her hands, the silent expectation from a panel of directors-this was her shot. After years of struggling through small roles and commercial gigs, she had finally landed a final callback for the lead role in Ever After, a major Hollywood romance set to take over the box office.
And then, he walked in.
Noah Sinclair.
Hollywood's golden boy. A-list actor. Serial heartbreaker. Walking ego in a perfectly tailored jacket.
Lena barely had time to react before he strolled past her, oozing the effortless charm that made casting directors fall at his feet. He glanced at her-no, through her-and then smirked.
"New?" His voice was smooth, arrogant.
Lena raised an eyebrow. "Excuse me?"
He tilted his head, as if trying to place her. "Haven't seen you around before. You must be new."
"I'm not new." She folded her arms, her heart pounding, though she refused to let it show. "And even if I was, does it matter?"
Noah chuckled, sliding into the chair across from her with the confidence of a man who already had the role. "Relax, rookie. I was just making conversation."
Rookie?
Lena clenched her jaw. She'd worked her ass off for this audition, clawed her way up from coffee-fetching assistant to standing in this very room. And this guy-this actor-thought he could dismiss her with a single word?
"Save your charm for the cameras," she shot back, flipping open her script.
A slow, amused grin spread across his face. "Feisty. This should be fun."
Before Lena could fire back, the casting director, a stern woman with sharp glasses, walked in. "Alright, let's get started. We'll be testing chemistry today. Noah, Lena-you're up first."
Lena froze.
Wait. She was reading with him?
Noah stood, stretching lazily before flashing her a wink. "Try to keep up, rookie."
Lena's blood boiled.
Oh, she'd keep up. She'd outshine him.
She followed him to the center of the room, where the casting director handed them both a scene. Lena scanned it quickly-it was the moment the two lead characters, former lovers, reunited after years apart. It was raw, emotional. A gut punch of a scene. And she had to deliver it with him.
Taking a deep breath, she centered herself. This was just another audition. She'd trained for this. She was ready.
The casting director nodded. "Whenever you're ready."
Noah turned to her, his demeanor shifting instantly. The arrogance melted away, replaced by something softer, more intense. His eyes locked onto hers, and for a split second, Lena forgot to breathe.
Then he spoke.
"I waited for you." His voice was low, aching. "Every day, I told myself you'd come back."
Lena swallowed hard, forcing herself to stay in character. She lifted her chin, letting the years of hurt seep into her voice. "You left me."
Noah took a step closer. "I had no choice."
She let out a bitter laugh. "There's always a choice."
Something flickered in his expression-something real. He wasn't just reciting lines. He was there, in the scene, feeling every word. And damn it, so was she.
Her pulse pounded as he reached for her, fingertips grazing her arm. The air between them crackled. She could see the directors leaning forward, watching intently.
This was it.
The moment she had worked for.
And she was owning it.
Noah hesitated, then whispered, "I never stopped loving you."
The words sent a shiver down her spine. She fought to keep her composure, to stay in control of the moment, but for the first time in the audition, she wasn't sure if the emotion twisting in her chest was entirely scripted.
Silence stretched between them. It was electric, charged. Real.
Then-
"Cut." The casting director clapped her hands together, breaking the spell. "That was excellent."
Lena blinked, grounding herself back in reality. She turned to Noah, who was watching her with an unreadable expression.
Then, slowly, he grinned. "Not bad, rookie."
Lena exhaled sharply, but she couldn't quite fight the hint of a smile tugging at her lips.
Game on, Sinclair.
Forbidden Flames" is an erotic romance saga centered on Alexander Kane, a charismatic but emotionally guarded CEO, and his new secretary, Elise Harper, a sharp-witted and ambitious woman with a mysterious past. Their intense attraction sparks a forbidden romance complicated by corporate power dynamics, a one-night stand that changes everything, and a love triangle involving Victoria Langston, Alexander's ex-fiancée and a rival executive. Themes of forbidden love, passion, betrayal, and redemption drive the narrative across a sprawling, emotionally charged arc.
Dark, sensual, power-driven, with a slow-burn romance escalating to intense passion.Premise: A young, inexperienced secretary, Elena Hart, lands a job at Blackthorne Enterprises under the enigmatic and domineering CEO, Damien Blackthorne. What starts as a professional dynamic spirals into a dangerous game of control, desire, and secrets-both in the office and behind closed doors.
Arrogant billionaire CEO Damien Sinclair is ruthless in business and even colder in love. He doesn't care about the people he steps on-until one of them steps back. Enter Elena Carter, a sharp-tongued maid who takes a job in his penthouse with one goal: revenge. Damien destroyed her family, leaving them in ruins, and now she's going to make him pay. But she never expected the man behind the suit-his dangerous charm, his touch that ignites something forbidden, or the way he pulls her deeper into a world of power, lust, and betrayal. As their fiery hatred transforms into a passion neither of them can resist, one night changes everything. An unexpected pregnancy binds them forever. Now, with a manipulative ex clawing her way back into Damien's life and dark secrets threatening to be exposed, Elena must decide: Is revenge worth losing her heart? And when Damien learns the truth, will he fight for her... or destroy her?
Ex-spouses Ethan Carter and Sienna Blake had the perfect marriage-until a devastating misunderstanding tore them apart. Years later, they are forced back together by a chilling mystery: Ethan receives a call from a voice he thought was long gone, warning him that someone is out for blood-his and Sienna's. With their past filled with unanswered questions, betrayal, and buried emotions, they soon realize that their divorce was orchestrated by someone who wanted them apart. Now, drawn into a high-stakes game of revenge, Ethan and Sienna must work together to uncover the truth before it's too late. But as their enemies close in, so do their feelings-intense, undeniable, and more dangerous than ever. Will they unravel the mystery before they lose their lives... or their hearts again?
To pay off her family's debt, Alina Moretti is forced into a contract marriage with Dante Valenti, the ruthless and feared leader of the Valenti Mafia. He believes Alina is responsible for his sister's death and marries her to make her suffer. However, as truths unravel and his hatred turns into obsession, Dante finds himself trapped between vengeance and love.
When Logan Carter, an ex-military operative, is assigned as the personal bodyguard to Eleanor Sinclair, the elegant yet broken wife of ruthless billionaire Richard Sinclair, he expects another standard job. But nothing could prepare him for the dark secrets lurking behind the pristine walls of the Sinclair mansion. Eleanor isn't just a trophy wife; she's a prisoner in a loveless, abusive marriage. As Logan watches over her, he begins to see the bruises she hides, the pain in her eyes, and the silent screams she swallows. The more he learns, the more he realizes that his mission isn't just to protect her-it's to save her. And in doing so, he finds himself falling for the one woman he can't have. But love isn't enough. To free Eleanor, Logan will have to risk everything-even his own life.
Melanie married Ashton out of gratitude, but she quickly found herself entangled in a web of relentless challenges. Despite these struggles, she stayed true to her commitment to the marriage. In the hospital room, Ashton indifferently attempted to draw her blood, disregarding her discomfort. This callous act was a harsh revelation for Melanie, awakening her to the grim reality of their relationship. Resolved to prioritize her own welfare, she decided to sever ties. With newfound resolve, Melanie filed for divorce. In the process, she unveiled her concealed identities, leaving everyone in shock. Throughout these turbulent times, Melanie realized that Derek, Ashton’s uncle, had been discreetly protecting her all along.
Brenna lived with her adoptive parents for twenty years, enduring their exploitation. When their real daughter appeared, they sent Brenna back to her true parents, thinking they were broke. In reality, her birth parents belonged to a top circle that her adoptive family could never reach. Hoping Brenna would fail, they gasped at her status: a global finance expert, a gifted engineer, the fastest racer... Was there any end to the identities she kept hidden? After her fiancé ended their engagement, Brenna met his twin brother. Unexpectedly, her ex-fiancé showed up, confessing his love...
Sawyer, the world's top arms dealer, stunned everyone by falling for Maren—the worthless girl no one respected. People scoffed. Why chase a useless pretty face? But when powerful elites began gathering around her, jaws dropped. "She's not even married to him yet—already cashing in on his power?" they assumed. Curious eyes dug into Maren's past... only to find she was a scientific genius, a world-renowned medical expert, and heiress to a mafia empire. Later, Sawyer posted online. "My wife treats me like the enemy. Any advice?"
Betrayed by her mate and sister on the eve of her wedding, Makenna was handed to the ruthless Lycan Princes as a lover, her indifferent father ignoring her plight. Determined to escape and seek revenge, she captured the interest of the three Lycan princes, who desired her exclusively amid many admirers. This complicated her plans, trapping her and making her a rival to the future Lycan queen. Entwined in jealousy and vindictiveness, could Makenna achieve her vengeance in the intricate dance with the three princes?
They don't know I'm a girl. They all look at me and see a boy. A prince. Their kind purchase humans like me for their lustful desires. And, when they stormed into our kingdom to buy my sister, I intervened to protect her. I made them take me too. The plan was to escape with my sister whenever we found a chance. How was I to know our prison would be the most fortified place in their kingdom? I was supposed to be on the sidelines. The one they had no real use for. The one they never meant to buy. But then, the most important person in their savage land-their ruthless beast king-took an interest in the "pretty little prince." How do we survive in this brutal kingdom, where everyone hates our kind and shows us no mercy? And how does someone, with a secret like mine, become a lust slave? . AUTHOR'S NOTE. This is a dark romance-dark, mature content. Highly rated 18+ Expect triggers, expect hardcore. If you're a seasoned reader of this genre, looking for something different, prepared to go in blindly not knowing what to expect at every turn, but eager to know more anyway, then dive in! . From the author of the international bestselling book: "The Alpha King's Hated Slave."
Three years of marriage couldn't melt Theo's frozen heart. When an art gallery collapsed on Lena, he was off romancing another woman—lavishing her with a private jet. Three steel pins held Lena's shoulder together, but her heart remained broken. She filed for divorce and told everyone that he was impotent. Rising from the rubble, Lena blazed onto the design world's A‑list. She expected him to sail off with his true love—until Theo reappeared at her runway, pressing her against the wall. "Impotent, huh? Care to give it a try?"