TAMIN MR GRAY

Anya Petrova's carefully constructed world implodes on the eve of her loathed arranged marriage. Desperate, she flees to the one place she thought she'd never return: her estranged, powerful family. But safety comes at a terrifying price – a forced marriage to the ruthless Alessandro Visconti, heir to the city's most formidable mafia family. As she navigates this dangerous new world, Anya discovers an unexpected strength, while also battling an undeniable attraction to her formidable husband. Alessandro Visconti is a man defined by control. His world is black and white, order and chaos. Then Anya Petrova, a fiery, defiant woman, crashes into his life. Forced to claim her as his wife, he finds his carefully constructed world unraveling. Her spirit, her courage, ignite something within him he thought long extinguished. As their forced proximity intensifies, so does a dangerous pull that threatens to consume them both. Together, they are trapped in a gilded cage, their love a forbidden fruit amid a world of violence and deceit. Can their love survive the shadows that surround them, or will the weight of their pasts and the demands of their families tear them apart?

Lily's life had not gone according to plan. Five years into her marriage to James, the love of her life, she remained unable to conceive a child. This crushing reality was a constant source of shame and heartbreak for Lily. Her mother-in-law Victoria's disdain for her only intensified with each passing year of her barrenness. Victoria's hatred burned bright, and she subjected Lily to endless cruelty and mistreatment. To compound Lily's misery, a salacious truth was unveiled - James had rekindled an affair with his childhood sweetheart, Sophia. The ultimate slap to Lily's face came when Sophia became pregnant with James' child. Lily was utterly heartbroken, a fact that did not dissuade Victoria's venom in the slightest. In a desperate attempt to confront her husband's mistress, Lily secretly arranged a meeting with Sophia. But the confrontation turned disastrous when Sophia intentionally fell and lost the baby, pinning the blame squarely on Lily. An enraged James, blinded by Sophia's lies and his mother's manipulation, unleashed his fury on Lily through a savage beating. Her own husband's betrayal was too much for Lily's battered soul to bear. She was locked away in a garage, starved and left to rot by the very people who once vowed to cherish her. In this waking nightmare, James ultimately forced divorce papers into her hand, severing their union as callously as one might discard trash. Upon her release from that house of horrors, Lily fled the country, leaving the life she once knew behind to start anew. It was in this foreign land that she crossed paths with widower Richard and his four children. At first put off by the prospect of joining a ready-made family, Lily soon found herself captivated by Richard's kindness and the unconditional adoration of his children. As Richard courted her tenderly, Lily's shattered heart began to mend. The loving family she had always craved was now within her grasp. But the demons of her past still haunted her. Could she ever trust another man after the brutal betrayal she suffered? Lily stood at the crossroads between the life she deserved and the life that once broke her. In the end, Lily mustered every ounce of her remaining courage to forge a new path. She accepted Richard's loving embrace and vowed to stand by his side as a wife and mother to his children. United in their love and commitment, Lily and Richard created the family of her dreams - a redemptive journey from the ashes of her living nightmare. Though the road was long and hard, Lily finally found the unconditional love and haven she had forever longed for.

In a world dominated by strength and domination, Alpha Alex is viewed as weak by his pack. Alex, burdened by his strong father's heritage, fights to gain the trust and respect of his pack. Everything changes when Sara, a powerful and independent werewolf from a nearby pack, enters his life. Bound by a prophecy and confronted with an impending catastrophe that might destroy their world, Alex and Sara must navigate their growing bond, reveal hidden strengths, and unify their packs against a formidable foe. "Mated to the Weak Alpha" is a story about love, resilience, and the realization that genuine power lies inside.

Staring out the window of my tiny apartment, I never imagined that a life of opulence and power was about to come crashing into my modest world. My name is Amelia Parker, a struggling journalist in the bustling city of Valmont, and I'm used to getting by on my own. Until I met him—Elijah Bennett, a billionaire with eyes that could pierce a thousand defenses and a reputation that both intrigued and intimidated me. Our first encounter was anything but ordinary. A chance meeting at a gala I was covering ended in a misunderstanding that spiraled into a high-stakes game neither of us expected to play. Elijah needed a bride to secure his inheritance, and I needed a way to pay off my mounting debts. The proposition? A contracted marriage. It sounded simple enough, but nothing about Elijah Bennett was simple. The chemistry between us was electric, undeniable. Yet beneath his cool, commanding exterior lay a man battling his demons. I soon realized this arrangement was more than a business deal; it was a labyrinth of passion and secrets, where every glance and touch threatened to unravel the carefully constructed walls around our hearts. As we navigated the treacherous waters of our faux marriage, unexpected challenges arose—rival businessmen seeking to sabotage Elijah, societal elites whispering behind our backs, and a ghost from my past resurfacing to haunt me. Each conflict drew us closer, igniting a fire I never knew existed. But can we withstand the pressure? Can Elijah and I transform a contract into a commitment, or will our secrets and fears tear us apart? As the stakes grow higher and our hearts become entangled, I find myself questioning everything: What is love, if not the most dangerous gamble of all?

"How could you betray us like this, Gabriel?" Naomi's voice echoed with betrayal as she stood at the edge of her shattered world. In the rigid hierarchy of the werewolf packs, Naomi, an omega scarred by a tragic past, finds herself ensnared in a web of deceit and power struggles. Once rejected and marginalized by her own pack, she battles against a society that has long overlooked her worth. Haunted by the devastating loss of her family, Naomi's struggle for acceptance seems insurmountable. Her chance for retribution arrives when Gabriel, the formidable leader of her pack, makes a controversial decision that threatens to tear the group apart. Driven by a thirst for justice and a need to uncover the truth behind her family's demise, Naomi embarks on a perilous journey of self-discovery. Joined by Ethan, a mysterious beta with secrets of his own, she delves into the heart of the pack's turmoil. As tensions rise and loyalty is put to the ultimate test, Naomi confronts her inner demons and forms unexpected alliances. Her quest to challenge Gabriel and expose the deep-seated conspiracies becomes a battle against the darkness that threatens to engulf her. Naomi learns that the pursuit of revenge comes with dangerous consequences, and she must navigate a treacherous path where love, loyalty, and betrayal intertwine. In a world governed by power and control, Naomi must harness her true strength. She discovers that real power lies not in dominance but in unity and compassion. Facing a pivotal choice that will shape the future of her pack, Naomi must decide whether to succumb to the encroaching darkness or rise above it by embracing the true power of the omega.

To the public, Arabella was Owen's trusty secretary who catered to all his needs and served as the primary blood donor of his beloved, who was in a coma. Behind closed doors, she was Owen's submissive wife. Arabella was quiet and obedient, and she endured every humiliation without a word of protest. Rumored to be a neat freak, Owen had tossed the last woman who had dared to kiss him into the river. Yet he pinned Arabella against the wall and demanded, "Give me a child, and I’ll let you go!" Arabella pushed him away and flashed him a cold smile. "You are not worthy!"

Janice, the long-forgotten legitimate heiress, made her way back to her family, pouring her heart into winning their hearts. Yet, she had to relinquish her very identity, her academic credentials, and her creative works to her foster sister. In return for her sacrifices, she found no warmth, only deeper neglect. Resolute, Janice vowed to cut off all emotional bonds. Transformed, she now stood as a master of martial arts, adept in eight languages, an esteemed medical expert, and a celebrated designer. With newfound resolve, she declared, "From this day forward, no one in this family shall cross me."

"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.

Sequel to chasing my estranged wife; I want you back. ******** " You promised me!'' I screamed. "You promised that you wouldn't hurt me, you made the vows that you would stand beside me, Ryan, and what did you do? You broke me into smithereens. I don't want anything to do with you anymore. When I said we were done. I meant it!" Falling in love with him had come in a whirlwind, she couldn't account for how exactly it had happened but what she knew was that she didn't want to let go once she was in. For Ryan, when he made a vow, he had meant it, but nothing had told him about marriage, that it wasn't just a bed of roses, but it had thorns in it as well. When secrets piled up between them and vows broken, they had no choice but to let go of each other, but years later, he wanted her back. Like the air he breathed, he chased after her, but she was gone. Left with the remnants of his actions, he is torn between getting her back and damning all consequences or letting go of her and his children, which would it be?

Rena got into an entanglement with a big shot when she was drunk one night. She needed Waylen's help while he was drawn to her youthful beauty. As such, what was supposed to be a one-night stand progressed into something serious. All was well until Rena discovered that Waylen's heart belonged to another woman. When his first love returned, he stopped coming home, leaving Rena all alone for many nights. She put up with it until she received a check and farewell note one day. Contrary to how Waylen expected her to react, Rena had a smile on her face as she bid him farewell. "It was fun while it lasted, Waylen. May our paths never cross. Have a nice life." But as fate would have it, their paths crossed again. This time, Rena had another man by her side. Waylen's eyes burned with jealousy. He spat, "How the hell did you move on? I thought you loved only me!" "Keyword, loved!" Rena flipped her hair back and retorted, "There are plenty of fish in the sea, Waylen. Besides, you were the one who asked for a breakup. Now, if you want to date me, you have to wait in line." The next day, Rena received a credit alert of billions and a diamond ring. Waylen appeared again, got down on one knee, and uttered, "May I cut in line, Rena? I still want you."

While Sienna reached the pinnacle of her success, Julian remained the forgotten son of his family, the one who had secretly stolen her first kiss in the shadows of the night. As Sienna hit her darkest moment, Julian returned home, leaving his life behind, only to witness her tears glistening in the moonlight as she reluctantly accepted another man's proposal. When Sienna needed Julian more than ever, he had risen to a position of power and had become her most steadfast pillar of support. "Please marry me." There was no one else in the world who could love Sienna as deeply as Julian did.