He's a ruthless mafia kingpin. She's a married woman with a secret. Jason Dawson, a man who thrives on power and control, finds himself unexpectedly drawn to Sarah, a woman he meets at a hotel bar. Their one-night stand turns into a dangerous game of cat and mouse as Jason, fueled by a thirst for revenge, becomes obsessed with making Sarah his mistress. Can Sarah escape the clutches of a man who will stop at nothing to have her? Or will she become the Mafia's married mistress? One night. One mistake. One dangerous obsession.
Jason Dawson.
I sat by myself at the bar, sipping a glass of really good scotch. The cozy, dimly lit lounge at the Ritz-Carlton had a fancy and exclusive feel to it. This place was my favorite spot, a retreat where I could step away from the pressures of my busy life and enjoy a bit of peace.
As I swirled the golden liquid in my glass, the weight of my responsibilities started to lift. The stress of closing big deals worth millions of dollars and the constant pressure to uphold my family's reputation faded into the background. Here, in this quiet sanctuary, I could forget it all. This was my escape.
But then, everything changed when she walked in.
A young woman, clearly drunk, stumbled and almost fell to the ground. Without thinking, I rushed over to help her, grabbing her arms to keep her from falling.
"Are you okay?" I asked, giving her a friendly, concerned smile.
"I'm fine, I'm fine..." she slurred, looking up at me with dazed eyes. "I just need another drink..."
I led her to the bar and helped her sit on the stool next to mine. Now that I was closer, I noticed she was quite attractive-she had long brown hair, full lips, and a figure that filled out her tight dress perfectly. There was something about her vulnerability and tipsy state that caught my attention.
"Let me get you some water instead," I suggested, signaling to the bartender. "I think you've had enough to drink for one night."
She pouted a bit but didn't argue as I set a glass of water in front of her. As she sipped it slowly, I took the chance to observe her features more closely. She had a delicate beauty, but there was also a toughness around her eyes, as if she had faced challenges in her life.
"I'm Jason, by the way," I said, extending my hand toward her.
"Sarah," she replied, shaking my hand gently.
After that, we fell into a relaxed conversation. My natural charm and confidence seemed to put her at ease. I learned that she was in town for work and had come to the hotel bar to relax after a long day full of meetings. Somehow, she had ended up drinking way more than she had planned.
As we talked, Sarah started to become more animated, her inhibitions clearly fading because of the alcohol. She leaned in closer to me, fluttering her eyelashes and occasionally resting her hand on my arm. I could feel the tension building between us; there was a spark of attraction growing stronger.
Without really thinking about it, I suggested we continue our conversation in a more private place. "My suite is just upstairs," I whispered, brushing my hand against her back. "It's much more comfortable than this busy bar."
Sarah hesitated for just a second, then nodded slowly. "Okay," she said softly.
Hand in hand, we made our way to the elevators, stumbling a little as we walked. The tension between us was electric; we were both buzzing with excitement. When we finally reached my suite, I quickly unlocked the door and ushered her inside, pulling her into my arms the moment the door clicked shut behind us.
Our kiss was passionate and urgent, all of our restraint melting away as our bodies pressed together. I guided her backwards toward the bed, my hands exploring her curves while she sighed softly against my lips. The softness of the sheets enveloped us as we fell onto the mattress, the world outside fading into nothing.
In that moment, everything felt perfect. I could feel the warmth of her body against mine, the way her skin felt soft beneath my fingers. I traced my hands along her waist, feeling her breath quicken as I kissed her deeper. She responded eagerly, her hands tangling in my hair, pulling me closer as if she couldn't get enough.
The air was thick with desire, and every touch ignited a fire between us. As I held her close, I could feel her heart racing, matching my own. It was as if time stood still, and nothing else mattered except for the two of us lost in our own world. The intimacy of the moment wrapped around us like a warm blanket, making me forget everything else.
Afterward, as we lay tangled in the sheets, a strange sense of calm washed over me. I couldn't remember the last time I felt so satisfied and content. There was something about Sarah that drew me in, a charm that I couldn't quite understand.
I turned to look at her, taking in how the early morning light streamed through the curtains, casting a soft glow on her face. She looked peaceful, her features relaxed as she slept. A small smile appeared on my lips as I reached out to tuck a loose strand of hair behind her ear, feeling a tenderness I hadn't expected.
But just as quickly as this calm feeling had settled in, it was broken. Sarah stirred, her eyes fluttering open as she took in her surroundings. I watched as the realization hit her, her expression shifting from confusion to shock.
"Oh no, what have I done?" she whispered, quickly sitting up and starting to gather her clothes.
I propped myself up on one elbow, completely confused by her reaction. "What's wrong?" I asked, reaching out toward her.
She flinched away from my touch, her eyes wide with fear. "I...I can't be here. I have to go."
Trigger Warning: This novel contains themes of sexual violence, abuse, and manipulation that may be distressing to some readers. Carla never dreamed of becoming the Luna, but when the ruthless Alpha King claimed her as his mate, she was thrust into a life of power, pain, and impossible expectations. To secure her place as Queen, she must accomplish one task: conceive an heir within the next twelve months. Failure means a fate worse than death-being discarded as a slave, handed over to the warriors for their pleasure. But there's one devastating problem: the Alpha King is infertile. Desperate to survive, Carla turns to the Beta-the only man who shows her kindness-and seduces him into her bed. As their forbidden affair ignites, Carla concocts a bold and dangerous plan: if the Beta kills the Alpha, they can be together, and she can finally claim the freedom she craves. Yet in the tangled web of lies, lust, and betrayal, Carla begins to question her own heart. Does she truly love the Beta, or is he just a pawn in her carefully crafted scheme? And as the walls close in, will she sacrifice him, herself, or the kingdom for the chance to be with her true mate?
P.S. This might just be the best novel you ever read. The best series. The best plot. I challenge you to give it a try! Aria never wanted to marry Kael, the arrogant playboy her father forced her to accept as her fiancé. But Kael had his own twisted motives-he only wanted her because she was the one girl who refused him. When Aria rejected his demand to sleep with him a week before their wedding, Kael tried to take what he wanted by force. His drunken pursuit ended in tragedy when he was struck by a car, leaving Aria caught in the crossfire of blame. Zander, Kael's elder brother and the soon-to-be Alpha King, believed Aria was responsible for his brother's death-and promiscuous to boot. To prevent war between their packs, Zander agreed to marry her, but only for revenge. His plan? Ruin Aria's life for a year, then cast her aside and divorce her. But Zander's scheme begins to unravel when his ex-best friend Asher returns, determined to take Aria for himself. As secrets from the past resurface, Zander discovers betrayal, lies, and truths he never wanted to face. Was Aria truly guilty, or was she just another pawn in a deadly game of power and revenge? Asher laugh and say, "You're a fool; she never wanted to come. I told her you were with Lyra, so she came. And now I've achieved my goal: I ruined your marriage." Zander feel foolish, asking, "But why? I never did anything to you! You were my best friend. I should have killed you when you slept with my ex fiancée, Lyra!" Asher respond, "You knew I loved her, but you stole Lyra from me. She was my true mate, but she refused to marry me because you were soon to be the Alpha King! She never loved you. She loved me but wanted to be the queen of werewolves; that's all." Zander would realize how foolish he was. Yet, he still believed Aria wasn't innocent because she slept with his deceased brother before the wedding.
She spent eighteen years in an orphanage, but it was time to get out. According to the orphanage rules, once a child reaches legal age, they must depend on themselves. Celine didn't know what to do; luckily, she met her savior that day. If only she had known what she was getting herself into, she would never have gone with him. Celine found herself caught in a life of addiction, living in his house, where he was ready to sell her organs to get his fix. To save her life, she had to help him sell drugs. Her innocence became a liability. Soon, she found herself targeted by the king's men-kidnapped, bound, and tortured for selling drugs without their permission. But sometimes, what we fear the most might turn out to be the best for us. Celine found herself trapped in the king's palace, drowning in his love and married to him by force.
"Please, let me go," she begged, her eyes brimming with tears and her voice shaking with fear. Struggling to breathe, she felt trapped in his overwhelming embrace. He ignored her pleas, seemingly unaware of the pain he was causing, driven by jealousy that clouded his judgment. With all her strength, she pushed against him, desperate for even a moment of freedom. But he held her down, his voice low and threatening as he said, "No, I want you now." In that moment, everything changed for her. She was his younger brother's fiancée, and this encounter marked the beginning of a dark path. In an instant, her innocence was shattered, but she would eventually seek justice.
Two strangers-one destined to be the Alpha of the Green Hell Pack and the other the future female Alpha of the Bloody Pack-find themselves trapped in an arranged mating meant to unite their packs. Originally intended for their younger siblings, circumstances leave them with no choice but to accept the bond to save face. Life seems perfect until Julia's ex-boyfriend, Alpha Mark, refuses to let go, resorting to drastic measures to sabotage their union, including kidnapping her. With a possessive mate like Alpha Xander, Julia initially feels compelled to submit. Yet, as time passes, she begins to see him as her true mate. Just as love blossoms, it fades when Xander disappears, leaving behind a harsh letter that shatters their bond, claiming it was because she couldn't conceive. But did the possessive Alpha truly abandon his mate for that reason, or was he forced to take desperate measures to win her back?
She never intended to collide with the most dangerous bad boy at her school. Already trying to stay under the radar from those ruthless werewolves, she felt different from them. Born into the most powerful pack and carrying a royal bloodline, she knew she didn't belong. She couldn't shift like they did; despite not being an omega, she was the weakest of her kind. But her real struggle was that she was blind. That fateful day marked the beginning of her suffering. She had never dreamed of her mate, convinced he would reject her upon discovering her perceived uselessness. All she had was her wolf instincts, which helped her navigate the school, pretending to be normal. No one knew her secret-no one noticed her. Until that day...
Joelle thought she could change Adrian's heart after three years of marriage, but she realized too late that it already belonged to another woman. "Give me a baby, and I'll set you free." The day Joelle went into labor, Adrian was traveling with his mistress on his private jet. "I don't care whom you love. My debt is paid. From now on, we have nothing to do with each other." Not long after Joelle left, Adrian found himself begging on his knees. "Please come back to me."
After hiding her true identity throughout her three-year marriage to Colton, Allison had committed wholeheartedly, only to find herself neglected and pushed toward divorce. Disheartened, she set out to rediscover her true self-a talented perfumer, the mastermind of a famous intelligence agency, and the heir to a secret hacker network. Realizing his mistakes, Colton expressed his regret. "I know I messed up. Please, give me another chance." Yet, Kellan, a once-disabled tycoon, stood up from his wheelchair, took Allison's hand, and scoffed dismissively, "You think she'll take you back? Dream on."
To the public, she was the CEO's executive secretary. Behind closed doors, she was the wife he never officially acknowledged. Jenessa was elated when she learned that she was pregnant. But that joy was replaced with dread as her husband, Ryan, showered his affections on his first love. With a heavy heart, she chose to set him free and leave. When they met again, Ryan's attention was caught by Jenessa's protruding belly. "Whose child are you carrying?!" he demanded. But she only scoffed. "It's none of your business, my dear ex-husband!"
Yelena discovered that she wasn't her parents' biological child. After seeing through their ploy to trade her as a pawn in a business deal, she was sent away to her barren birthplace. There, she stumbled upon her true origins—a lineage of historic opulence. Her real family showered her with love and adoration. In the face of her so-called sister's envy, Yelena conquered every adversity and took her revenge, all while showcasing her talents. She soon caught the attention of the city's most eligible bachelor. He cornered Yelena and pinned her against the wall. "It's time to reveal your true identity, darling."
Rumors said that Lucas married an unattractive woman with no background. In the three years they were together, he remained cold and distant to Belinda, who endured in silence. Her love for him forced her to sacrifice her self-worth and her dreams. When Lucas' true love reappeared, Belinda realized that their marriage was a sham from the start, a ploy to save another woman's life. She signed the divorce papers and left. Three years later, Belinda returned as a surgical prodigy and a maestro of the piano. Lost in regret, Lucas chased her in the rain and held her tightly. "You are mine, Belinda."
Rosalynn's marriage to Brian wasn't what she envisioned it to be. Her husband, Brian, barely came home. He avoided her like a plague. Worse still, he was always in the news for dating numerous celebrities. Rosalynn persevered until she couldn't take it anymore. She upped and left after filing for a divorce. Everything changed days later. Brian took interest in a designer that worked for his company anonymously. From her profile, he could tell that she was brilliant and dazzling. He pulled the stops to find out her true identity. Little did he know that he was going to receive the greatest shocker of his life. Brian bit his finger with regret when he recalled his past actions and the woman he foolishly let go.