When life seems meaningless, when those who should be your companions abandon you without a second thought, chance seems to be the salvation. All Sophia wanted was to forget that one day she loved Rafael, and she finds on a small beach in the neighboring town, what she didn't even know she was looking for. All Vicente wants is his old life back, without shifters, werewolves, vampires and a soulmate who rejected him and ripped his heart out, but a simple walk along the beach presents him with much more than he bargained for.
Vicente has watched his life being shaken more times than he can count, not only at that moment when they were breaking his heart once again, but also since he was a child. He was only five years old when his mother, tired of the drunken outbursts of her husband, Vicente's father, fled the city, heading for a new country and a new life, leaving him behind. A son would be of no use to a woman desperate to escape the life she leaving behind.
Her second nightmare happened 10 years after losing her mother. The father, who had never stopped drinking, only directing his attacks at the other, the more fragile in the house, had decided that 15 years old are enough to fend for himself. Thrown out of the house, Vincent found himself lost, and had it not been for the parents of his best friend, James, he might not have lasted long enough for another event and all the others that came after because of this one.
At 16, his explosive temper seemed more dangerous than usual. The fights were more constant, and an urge to explode was present. That was when he met Samuel, who explained to him what they were and what he could do. Everyone from that region was known to transform into a specific animal, and when he learned which one, Vincent see himself agree, despite the fear of what this would bring to his life.
So Vincent became the gray wolf that walked beside a black one, that only his own could see. It was a dangerous secret, Vicente needed more than a few months to control his impulses, but when he saw his best friend become one of them, he knew he needed to be strong. He didn't want to expose any of them. The shapeshifters had long worked on going unnoticed, especially to the other creatures, so that young Vincent would ruin everything.
But, when Samuel showed up with Viviane at home during a breakfast just for the boys in the group, Vicente found out about a characteristic of shifters that he wished didn't exist. His life was bad enough without a possible soul mate. As lucky as he was - and there he remembered the death of his father, who had finally died, which gave him his old home back - Vicente knew very well that he would probably be rejected. He could not imagine anyone who would want to be part of his life forever, or rather, until they both died.
And unfortunately Vicente was right. Fate didn't like him, and at that moment the shapeshifter who turned into a wolf found himself wanting to shrink and disappear while being rejected, in a much worse way than he had imagined.
- I can't carry this burden with me, not forever. - the young woman said ahead front of Vincent, breaking something inside him that he didn't even know existed.
- I didn't ask you to carry anything. You have a choice, you can turn your back and leave. I can't, so excuse me if I'm spoiling your act, but I'm the one carrying the burden one way or the other, regardless of what I'm going to do. - Vincent said, ready to close the small door he had opened just for her, the girl who was rejecting him and ignoring what it could do to him by denying him even a simple friendship.
- I could never bear to live near to yoou, Vicente. I never liked to you. I would never feel comfortable living next to a delinquent. That's the truth, and I couldn't live with myself if I stayed here and pretended to feel something I don't.
Vincent felt as if there were daggers entering his heart, at the same time he saw himself beginning to tremble, with the beast inside him desperate to come out and attack, anything he saw in front of him, to vent the anger and hatred that took over the man's still human body. At times like this he regretted having chosen the wolf, for he was about to hurt the human that his shapeshifter heart had chosen.
- Get out of here! Now! He doesn't have to carry the burden of hurting you! - said Samuel, somewhere near Vincent, who closed his eyes, trying to control the uncontrollable.
He searched desperately, for anything that would make him calm down, but when he managed to catch an image of his friendship with James, Samuel and Viviane, the only good thing in his existence, Rachel's voice came back, ruining any progress he had made. Vincent was doomed, there was no longer any doubt.
- He is a monster! - shouted the voice that had brought her comfort, for a few minutes before the truth was exposed, before she opened her mouth and reveal what was bad, inside her very human body.
- Get out now! - shouted James, joining the two, ready to throw out the woman the gods had chosen to be his best friend's companion, when obviously it wouldn't make any sense, at least he saw it that way.
Unlike Samuel, James could only feel disgust for that woman. She had been a part of their school days and he never realized how poisonous she could be.
Seeming to finally see what she was dealing with, Raquel turned and ran home. She left town before Vincent could even get his control back.
And Vicente, who knew he was the most unstable one there and that he wouldn't last long, regretted being that way when he heard those last words, which still disturbed him in his already destroyed heart and would probably continue to do so for a long time.
- It's all right now Vincent. - James said, walking away with Samuel, after they saw Rachel leave, running, afraid of Vincent and that life he never wanted for himself, even with all the stories he had seen told and romanticized.
Vincent growled, leaning over and finally assuming his wolf form. After he ran into the forest, away from everyone, his pack mates knew that he would be even more broken when he returned than he normally was.
None of them could imagine how Vincent would ever be able to overcome another disappointment. Maybe he never would.
Once upon a time, a man and a woman with completely different stories met through a person in common. He has a young son whom he raises alone, and the help of his younger brother, after the death of the child's mother. She, who after an event in the past discovers that she can never have children, biological ones. She is lonely. He has his family. She is always smiling. He is methodical. A simple encounter makes the story of these two increasingly intertwined and passionate.
Isabella and Demitri met in Austria, but seeing the human around the arrogant vampires who thought themselves superior to others by their powers, made Demitri so disgusted that he refused to admit that she was his mate. Big mistake. But how long will he resist the pain of distance? What will be waiting for him if he finally goes to Isabella? He doesn't know if he is willing to find out.
"I want a divorce!" Ryan demanded, despite the fact that he had cheated on her with his ex. ~ Serena is no longer the quiet, romantic lady Ryan Winters married and divorced five years ago. Now the CEO of Rocky's Designs, she is bright, unwavering, and unapologetic about her independence-a far cry from the woman Ryan remembers. When fate brings them back into one another's lives, Ryan is forced to confront the truth about their past, their newfound hot chemistry, and a surprising revelation; Serena has a daughter who may be his. But Ryan's girlfriend, Kate, isn't prepared to lose him again. She will do whatever it takes to keep Ryan in her grasp-even if it means destroying Serena's life and the corporate empire she has built. What happens when Serena's now peaceful life is being disrupted? Will Serena lose once again or will she seize this billionaire's heart?
COALESCENCE OF THE FIVE SERIES BOOK ONE: THE 5-TIME REJECTED GAMMA & THE LYCAN KING BOOK TWO: THE ROGUES WHO WENT ROGUE BOOK THREE: THE INDOMITABLE HUNTRESS & THE HARDENED DUKE *** BOOK ONE: After being rejected by 5 mates, Gamma Lucianne pleaded with the Moon Goddess to spare her from any further mate-bonds. To her dismay, she is being bonded for the sixth time. What’s worse is that her sixth-chance mate is the most powerful creature ruling over all werewolves and Lycans - the Lycan King himself. She is certain, dead certain, that a rejection would come sooner or later, though she hopes for it to be sooner. King Alexandar was ecstatic to meet his bonded mate, and couldn’t thank their Goddess enough for gifting him someone so perfect. However, he soon realizes that this gift is reluctant to accept him, and more than willing to sever their bond. He tries to connect with her but she seems so far away. He is desperate to get intimate with her but she seems reluctant to open up to him. He tries to tell her that he is willing to commit to her for the rest of his life but she doesn’t seem to believe him. He is pleading for a chance: a chance to get to know her; a chance to show her that he’s different; and a chance to love her. But when not-so-subtle crushes, jealous suitors, self-entitled Queen-wannabes, an old flame, a silent protector and a past wedding engagement threaten to jeopardize their relationship, will Lucianne and Xandar still choose to be together? Is their love strong enough to overcome everything and everyone? Or will Lucianne resort to enduring a sixth rejection from the one person she thought she could entrust her heart with?
After being kicked out of her home, Harlee learned she wasn't the biological daughter of her family. Rumors had it that her impoverished biological family favored sons and planned to profit from her return. Unexpectedly, her real father was a zillionaire, catapulting her into immense wealth and making her the most cherished member of the family. While they anticipated her disgrace, Harlee secretly held design patents worth billions. Celebrated for her brilliance, she was invited to mentor in a national astronomy group, drew interest from wealthy suitors, and caught the eye of a mysterious figure, ascending to legendary status.
It's true what they say about marriage: one partner's always happier than the other. ~~~ Julie's world is shattered when her husband, Ryan, reveals that he wants an open marriage. His reason: he needs a child as they've been unable to have one. Julie reluctantly agrees to save her marriage. The next day, Ryan returns home with his secretary, confirming Julie's long-held suspicion that their affair was taking place behind her back. Julie, heartbroken and enraged, seeks solace in a bar, where she meets a fascinating stranger named Luke, who changes the game. Julie confides in Luke over drinks, and he proposes a risky plan: he will act as her "boyfriend" to turn the tables on Ryan. Julie agrees, setting off a chain of events that will challenge everything she thought she knew about love, loyalty, and herself.
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.
"You're a creepy bastard." His eyes smolder me and his answering grin is nothing short of beautiful. Deadly. "Yet you hunger for me. Tell me, this appetite of yours, does it always tend toward 'creepy bastards'?" **** Widower and ex-boss to the Mafia, Zefiro Della Rocca, has an unhealthy fixation on the woman nextdoor. It began as a coincidence, growing into mere curiosity, and soon, it was an itch he couldn't ignore, like a quick fix of crack for an addict. He didn't know her name, but he knew every inch of her skin, how it flushed when she climaxed, her favourite novel and that every night she contemplated suicide. He didn't want to care, despising his rapt fascination of the woman. She was in love with her abusive husband. She was married, bound by a contract to the Bratva's hitman. She was off-limits. But when Zefiro wanted something, it was with an intensity that bordered on madness. He obsessed, possessed, owned. There'd be bloodshed if he touched her, but the sight of blood always did fascinate him. * When Susanna flees from her husband, she stumbles right into the arms of her devilishly handsome neighbour with a brooding glare. He couldn't stand her, but she needed him, if she was ever going to escape her husband who now wanted her dead. Better the devil you know than the angel you don't. She should have recalled that before hopping into Zefiro's car and letting him whisk her away to Italy. Maybe then, she wouldn't have started an affair with him. He was the only man who touched her right, and the crazy man took no small pains in ensuring he would be the last.