Isabella Gray has spent her life fighting for her family's legacy, pouring her heart into saving their crumbling business. But when her efforts lead her to the doorstep of Ethan Hawthorne-a billionaire with a reputation as cold as the skyscrapers he owns-her world is thrown into chaos. Ethan offers her an unthinkable deal: pose as his fiancée to secure a critical business merger, and in return, he'll save her family's company from ruin. It's a proposition that could solve all her problems... or break her heart. As they navigate high-society galas, boardroom battles, and stolen moments of undeniable passion, Isabella begins to see the man behind the ruthless mask. But when secrets from Ethan's past threaten to unravel everything, Isabella is forced to decide: can she trust the man who holds her future in his hands, or is their love just another transaction? In a world of power plays and forbidden desires, will their love affair rise above the stakes-or crash under the weight of deception? "Whispers of a Forbidden Heart" is a sizzling billionaire romance that will leave you breathless and craving more. Perfect for fans of passion, drama, and unexpected twists.
Isabella Gray stood at the sprawling ballroom, her heart beating like a drum. The shiny chandeliers above revealed shiny on the dressed crowd, their laughter all over. She adjusted her dress, the only one she had that matched the event. But no matter how much she tried to feel among, she felt like an outsider.
She folded her fists, the business proposal in her hand now crumpled slightly at the edges. This was her only chance to save the family business her late father had built from scratch. The Gray family legacy had been her lifeline, her purpose. But years of financial mismanagement after her father's death had left it unsteady on the edge of poverty.
She looked around the room, finally seeing her target, Ethan Hawthorne.
He stood by the main windows, tall and clean, with a composure of authority that made the crowd move around him. His dark suit was tailored to perfection, and his c features seemed carved from stone. But it was his eyes cold, piercing, and unreadable that sent an unpleasant feeling down her spine. This was a man who used power like a weapon, a man who could make or break lives with a single word.
Isabella hesitated. Every fiber of her being screamed at her to turn around and leave, to spare herself the humiliation of approaching a man like Ethan. But the thought of her family's factory doors closing for good gave her the courage to move forward. She took a deep breath and stepped into his world.
"Mr. Hawthorne?" Her voice came out steadier than she'd expected.
Ethan turned, his eyes flickering over her with a mixture of curiosity and indifference. "Yes?"
"I'm Isabella Gray," she began, holding out her hand. "I run Gray Enterprises. I was hoping I could have a moment of your time to discuss a potential partnership."
He didn't take her hand. Instead, he adjusted his head gently, studying her like she was some kind of game. The silence stretched uncomfortably, and Isabella fought the urge to fidget under his gaze.
"I've heard of your company," he said finally. "Small, family-owned. Struggling to stay afloat, if I'm not mistaken."
The bluntness of his words stung, but she forced a smile. "That is why I am here. I believe that with your resources and our business, we could create something beneficial."
Ethan raised an eyebrow. "And why should I invest in that?"
Her cheeks thrilled, but she refused to back down. "Because I believe in what we do. Gray Enterprises has been an influence to this community for years. We don't just manufacture; we build. We create jobs, opportunities. And with your help, we can do much more."
For a moment, Ethan said nothing. Then, to her surprise, a small smile glim at the corner of his mouth. It was warm it was sharp, calculated.
you are bold, I'll give you that, he said. But boldness alone does not make a good investment.
Agony came up in her chest. "I am not asking for charity, Mr Hawthorne. I'm asking for a chance. Give me fifteen minutes to present my proposal. If you're not interested, I would leave, and you'll never hear from me again."
Ethan watched her for a long moment, his expression unreadable. Then, he gestured toward a side door leading to a quieter lounge. "Fifteen minutes. No more."
Relief flooded her, but it was short lived. She knew the hardest part was yet to come.
As she followed him into the lounge, Isabella could not shake the feeling that she was scared . And Ethan Hawthorne was her fear, watching her every move, waiting to see if she was worth it.
This was not just business. This was survival. And she couldn't afford to lose.
Too Late to Love Me A Dark Emotional Mafia Romance Evelyn Laurent gave up everything for love. Her dreams. Her body. Her voice. For seven years, she was the perfect wife - silent, loyal, invisible. Until the man she married invited his first love into their home... and asked for an open marriage. Now Evelyn is rebuilding from the ashes - alone, heartbroken, and starting over with nothing. Then she meets Rafael De'Luca. Quiet. Powerful. Dangerous. He offers her support... but there's something in his eyes that says he sees more than she's ready to share. He touches her like no man ever has. He makes her feel again - desired, safe, alive. But Rafael has secrets too. And one of them... could destroy everything. How do you love the man who holds the key to your past?
In a world where your values are determined by a procedure,Adrian Kane is the perfect person of the system: A special billionaire with everything money can buy except freedom. Below this whole aspect lies a dangerous secret: He's planning to destroy the very foundation of his power. Cynthia, a brilliant but disobedient tech engineer,has spent years to find out the code behind the system that controls the society.when her hacking leads her straight to Adrian's world,she finds out a man has been trapped by the system as those under it. Unfortunately, Adrian doesn't turn her in,he makes her an offer: partner with him to destroy the system from within.Together, they must plot a road plan for a world of hidden dangers, merciless enemies,and unwanted desires. But as their plan takes shape, so does their undeniable connection of love fall on them both. Can they rewrite their futures, or will the system prove too powerful to break ? The story is a fascinating billionaire romance with an exciting twist, dark secret, and a love worth doing everything for.
In a world where your values are determined by a procedure,Adrian Kane is the perfect person of the system: A special billionaire with everything money can buy except freedom. Below this whole aspect lies a dangerous secret: He's planning to destroy the very foundation of his power. Cynthia, a brilliant but disobedient tech engineer,has spent years to find out the code behind the system that controls the society.when her hacking leads her straight to Adrian's world,she finds out a man has been trapped by the system as those under it. Unfortunately, Adrian doesn't turn her in,he makes her an offer: partner with him to destroy the system from within.Together, they must plot a road plan for a world of hidden dangers, merciless enemies,and unwanted desires. But as their plan takes shape, so does their undeniable connection of love fall on them both. Can they rewrite their futures, or will the system prove too powerful to break ? The story is a fascinating billionaire romance with an exciting twist, dark secret, and a love worth doing everything for.
A man like Travis Sinclair wants nothing more than a woman who matches his sexual prowess and is used to getting everything he wants. A cold-hearted billionaire ,he lives by one rule - no love, no commitment. Ayanna Davies isn't looking for a relationship. She's focused on her work and the financial security it brings. As a high end escort, her client is full of filthy rich men who are willing to pay handsomely for her services. But when Travis Sinclair becomes one of her clients, she begins twice about mixing work with pleasure. Not knowing that he is an old acquaintance whom she despises.
"You're mine, little puppy," Kylan growled against my neck. A soft gasp escaped my lips as his lips brushed my skin. My mind screamed at me to push him away-the Lycan Prince who had humiliated me again and again, but my body betrayed me, leaning into him before I could stop myself. He pressed his lips against mine, and his kiss grew more aggressive, more possessive as I felt my legs weaken. What was I doing? In a split-second, I pulled away and slapped him hard across the face. Kylan's eyes darkened, but the smirk on his lips exposed his amusement. "You and I both know we can't fight this, Violet," he said, gripping my wrist. "You're my mate." "And yet you don't want me," I replied. "You told me you were ashamed of me, that l'd never be your queen, that you'd never love me. So please, accept my rejection and let me go." "Never," he whispered, his grip tightening as he pulled me closer. "Soon enough, you'll be begging for me. and when you do-I'll use you as I see fit and then I'll reject you."
Trigger warning!!! Intended for mature readers who enjoy morally complex, slow-burn, poseesive, forbidden, dark romance that pushes boundaries. ***EXCERPT*** Blood everywhere. Trembling hands. "No!" My eyes blurred. His lifeless eyes stared back at me, his blood pooling at my feet. The man I loved-dead. Killed by the one person I could never escape - my stepbrother. *** Kasmine's life was never hers to begin with. Kester, her stepbrother, controlled and monitored her every move. At first, it was all sweet and brotherly until it began to turn into an obsession. Kester was the Alpha, and his word was law. No close friends. No boyfriends. No freedom. The only consolation Kasmine had was her twenty-first birthday, which was supposed to change everything. She dreamt of finding her mate, escaping the sickening control of Kester, and finally claiming her own life. But fate had other plans for her. On the night of her birthday, not only was she disappointed that she wasn't mated to the love of her life, but she found out that her mate was none other than him - Her tormentor. Her stepbrother. She'd rather die than be mated to a man whom she had known as her big brother all her life. A man who would do just anything to make sure she was his. But when love turns to obsession, and obsession turns to blood, how far can one girl run before she realizes there is nowhere else to run to?
PERMISSION IS TAKEN FRIM THE ORIGINAL, BE WARNED!! Do you believe in Myths? Just when she thinks it can't get any worse, it does. Lucy lost everything four years ago in a rogue attack. She's been abused, starved, rejected, and broken. As her eighteenth birthday approaches, strange things start to happen, things that only happen once every century. She finds friendship in the most unlikely place and escapes to find her true self with the help of the most dangerous Alpha. Warning: This werewolf trilogy is not intended for anyone under the age of 18 or anyone who doesn't enjoy a good spanking. It will take you on adventures around the world, make you laugh, fall in love, crush your heart and possibly leave you drooling.
Life was a bed of roses for Debra, the daughter of Alpha. That was until she had a one-night stand with Caleb. She was sure he was her mate as determined by Moon Goddess. But this hateful man refused to accept her. Weeks passed before Debra discovered that she was pregnant. Her pregnancy brought shame to her and everyone she loved. Not only was she driven out, but her father was also hunted down by usurpers. Fortunately, she survived with the help of the mysterious Thorn Edge Pack. Five years passed and Debra didn't hear anything from Caleb. One day, their paths crossed again. They were both on the same mission—carrying out secret investigations in the dangerous Roz Town for the safety and posterity of their respective packs. Caleb was still cold toward her. But as time went on, he fell head over heels in love with her. He tried to make up for abandoning her, but Debra wasn't having any of it. She was hell-bent on hiding her daughter from him and also making a clean break. What did the future hold for the two as they journeyed in Roz Town? What kind of secrets would they find? Would Caleb win Debra's heart and get to know his lovely daughter? Find out!
"I, Erika Blackwood, stand before you, Alexander Robertson, with a heavy heart. I hereby reject you as my mate. The bond we once shared has grown fragile, and my soul yearns for a different path. May you find solace in the love of another, and may we both find the happiness we seek." Alexander didn't say a word and looked at me. But he refused to accept. *********** Erika Blackwood is the next Alpha in line of the Ironclaw Pack. She hides her identity and gets mated to the Alpha of the Moonforest Pack, Alexander Robertson. Three years passed, but Alexander is still unwilling to let go of his childhood sweetheart. Erika is mistreated and eventually framed by the same childhood sweetheart. Now she leaves with that humiliation, and goes back to her pack, swearing vengeance on those who hurt her. They all waited for her to return and beg, but what happens when they realize that the famous Ironclaw Pack that was going to help in the rogue war, was ruled by a woman named, Erika Blackwood. Now her Ex mates want her back. Other Alphas want this woman.. But will she accept any of them? Or will she stay independent forever?...