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The Empress's Gambit is a dazzling tale of ambition, deception, and the fierce pursuit of power. In a court ruled by shifting alliances and dangerous secrets, an empress must outwit rivals and betrayals to secure her throne—and her legacy. Every decision is a calculated move, every ally a potential threat, as she navigates a world where one wrong step could mean her downfall. Driven by sharp intellect and an unbreakable will, her gambit becomes a battle not just for survival, but for the future of an empire.

Jurzee Bennington was a BBW who didn't care what anyone thought of her. Her self-confidence was through the roof and she made sure to let people know they couldn't disrespect her. That's until she met Lamont, the love of her life. Sadly, he treated Jurzee badly and denied his feelings for her so he wouldn't be made fun of. Fortunately for her, his ignorance brought someone else around that would make her smile.

Hotelier, Jared Desdune, is focused on planning Miami's premier Juneteenth event when during vendor interviews, a blast from his past walks into his office. Desirae Kane is the distraction he doesn't need in his career right now, but exactly what his heart might be craving. Desi's event design firm has been steadily growing in the past years but landing a high-profile celebration with a five-star hotel chain will open even more doors. If only she can resist the passion that's still burning dangerously between her and the man who broke her heart.

Ivy Davis is a woman who stayed out of drama and was very naive to the streets. Her man, King Miller, was from the very place she didn't know about. However, her perception of him wasn't who he was. Now she has a target on her back because King held a secret that could cost her her life. Noah Davis suffered a tragic accident a few years back and turned to drugs to cope. He meets a woman who discloses that she, too, had a problem with drugs. As they grew close, someone from her past decided to show up, and not for a good reason. Will Noah stick it out or move on?

Gideon ist ein gefürchteter Drogenlord mit gefährlichen Verbindungen zur Unterwelt. Er verspricht Roman, einem Freund und ehemaligen Drogenhändler, sich um dessen Schwester zu kümmern - denn ihre Sicherheit steht auf dem Spiel. Doch als Roman in derselben Nacht stirbt, gerät alles aus den Fugen. Sasha, die Schwester von Roman, hat seit Jahren keinen Kontakt mehr zu ihm und ahnt nichts von seinem düsteren Leben oder der Gefahr, in der sie sich befindet. Plötzlich wird sie von Gideon entführt und in seinem Haus festgehalten - angeblich zu ihrem eigenen Schutz.

In a world transformed by global warming and the pandemic, a grieving man goes undercover in search of the racists who murdered his stepson. Meanwhile, with the forces of nationalism on the march, MPs fight to preserve democracy and the rule of law. Gradually the narratives converge and in a thrilling climax, those who would defend liberty must battle for their lives and for the future of the country.

Kori Griffin has always lived her life according to expectations thrust on her by others, until she gets fed up and decides to play the game by her own rules. She quickly discovers, however, that being the architect of your own destiny is easier said than done. While doing what is necessary to ensure she is able to provide for herself, she's thrust into the path of the most unlikely person, Ezren Shaw—the superstar, lover-boy crooner known as Eccentric to his adoring fans.

Aspen is used to getting whatever and whoever he wants, and he doesn’t expect that to change when he meets Malaysia, the sister of the woman his brother is pursuing. Though the attraction and chemistry between Aspen and Malaysia are immediate, there is one thing standing in their way—Malaysia’s boyfriend. When things grow toxic between Malaysia and Peyton, Aspen steps in as her protector. Protecting her physically provides the opportunity for Aspen to prove he can protect her heart and mind as well.

Dali demolished his opponents in the ring. Dali demolished any threats that came his way. Dali demolished his goals and dreams. Dali demolished my pu**y. The only thing he hadn’t been able to demolish were the fears that guarded my heart… but he was a fighter, even if he’d retired… and I knew he wouldn’t stop until he conquered me.

During a dark time in United States history, thousands of freedom seekers traveled the Underground Railroad through Ohio. The Buckeye State hosted about half of all fugitive slave traffic of the antebellum era. A mix of Northern and Southern settlers in the state added drama to a struggle that led to major benefits for the state and the country. Unfortunately, this epic past was obscured by silence and secrecy and then distorted with misinformation and folklore—until now.

Ne'a comes from a tough childhood and just wants to be loved properly. She's selfless, nurturing, and dealing with codependency at home. The issues she has are like a stain in her life that she wants to wipe away permanently.

She was a forced sin servant praying for death. Until the day she decided to run—right into my arms. One touch, and I know she's mine. One taste, and I know she belongs to me. My good little human will only truly be free when she's on my tight leash.

In 1963, Lucius Cook, an eleven-year-old orphan, comes to live with a lawyer, Kenneth Crane, and his family at their stately Victorian home in the affluent suburbs of Hartford, Connecticut. Quiet and precocious, Lucius is in awe of his surroundings. He discovers he shares Mr. Cranes creative passion for photography. The Cranes clever daughter, Beatrice, keeps Lucius on his toes, while the lawyers stunning and aloof wife, Eleanor, captivates him.

Aisling is a siren. Only, she doesn’t know it. In a family who didn’t teach her about what they are but used their gifts to con others, she escaped to find a better life for herself. Nash is a fighter. A rogue vampire who wants nothing more than to leave the covens, the politics and the rage behind him. He fights in an underground ring but otherwise keeps to himself.

Kenya Yvette Schumere is an imperial woman. Elijah Sadier, a man from across the tracks, finds himself quite smitten with Ms. Schumere. At a drastic turn of events, they were left with no other choice but to leave everything that they once knew behind to embark on a journey of life together. Trials and tribulations occur putting into question which holds more value between the two. Love or loyalty? Depending on who you ask, love and loyalty go hand in hand. But, which would you rather have?

In the world of online web novels, where romance reigns supreme, the journey to find one's own true love takes an unexpected turn. Follow the story of Olivia Michaelson, the determined owner of Small and Sparkling, a web novel platform dedicated to romantic tales, as she navigates the twists and turns of both her professional and personal life.

In der malerischen Kulisse des Weinguts River's Bend, gerät das Leben des talentierten Chefkochs Jamie Martinez plötzlich aus den Fugen. Alles beginnt damit, dass Grace, die jüngere Schwester seiner besten Freundin, ihm gesteht, dass sie sich in ihn verliebt hat. Ein leidenschaftlicher Kuss entfacht zwischen ihnen ein Feuerwerk der Gefühle - doch die aufkeimende Romanze wird überschattet: Jamie ist hin- und hergerissen. Obwohl er ihre Zuneigung erwidert, plagen ihn Zweifel wegen des Altersunterschieds. Doch das ist erst der Anfang ihrer Herausforderungen.

When Claire opens an exclusive club catering to those with distinct tastes in partners, her professional life is finally on track. Only a friend’s dare reminds her she hasn’t taken charge of a partner of her own in way too long. When did her life turn into all work and no play? When Heath approaches her on the opening night of Ember Club, their mutual attraction is undeniable.

Grayson Price rettete River Reed vor acht Jahren vor einer fatalen Entscheidung und stand ihr im schwersten Moment ihres Lebens bei. Damals war sie ein verzweifeltes junges Mädchen, heute ist sie eine wunderschöne, selbstbewusste Frau. Als Grayson sie eines Abends in einer Bar trifft, erkennt er sie zunächst nicht. Erst als sein bester Freund, Rivers Vater, auftaucht, realisiert Grayson, wer sie ist: das Mädchen, dem er einst zur Seite stand und das er nie vergessen konnte. River hat Grayson all die Jahre bewundert und als sie erneut aufeinandertreffen, flammen alte Gefühle wieder auf.

In this new collection, C.L. Phillips delves into the nature of relationships. A family of magic users faces their past. A witch tries to understand her executioners. A father and son share a traumatic bonding experience. A man makes his way home, crossing a strange, dark land while searching for the love he left behind.