Kai Rylan, known to millions as "The Voice," had it all: chart-topping hits, sold-out tours, and adoring fans. But behind the glamour, Kai struggled with a dark secret: sex addiction. At first, it was just a way to cope with stress and fame. But soon, the hookups and one-night stands became an all-consuming obsession. Kai's team tried to cover up the scandals, but the paparazzi always seemed to find out. One night, Kai's antics landed him in a compromising position with a married politician's wife. The fallout was explosive. Charges were filed, and Kai found himself in a cold, gray cell. The spotlight that once shone so brightly on him now shone on his shame. Kai's career, his reputation, and his freedom hung in the balance. As he sat in the darkness, he realized the true cost of his addiction. Would Kai find redemption, or would his demons consume him forever? Only time would tell.
The scorching summer sun beat down on Kai Rylan's small town, but in his garage, music was his refuge. With guitar in hand, he strummed chords, letting melodies dance in his mind. His worn notebook lay open, awaiting lyrics.
One afternoon, inspiration struck. Emily, the girl next door, had caught his eye. Kai's feelings spilled onto paper as he wrote "Echoes." The words flowed like a river, a jumble of emotions and teenage angst.
As he sang and played, the music transported him. The garage faded away, replaced by a world of possibility. Kai felt alive, his heart beating in rhythm with the music.
"Echoes" was born, a raw yet beautiful song. Kai's voice echoed off the garage walls, a haunting melody that captured the essence of first love. In that moment, he knew music was his passion.
The song would become a stepping stone to stardom, but for now, it was just a heartfelt expression of teenage emotions. Kai's love affair with music had begun, and "Echoes" would forever be the song that started it all.
Kai aware of his friend's influential awareness on his song resolved making outreach to them .
The garage door creaked open, revealing Kai's makeshift music studio. The familiar scent of worn leather and guitar strings wafted out, welcoming his friends. They piled in, claiming their usual spots on the worn couches and bean bags.
Kai strummed the opening chords to "Echoes," and the room fell silent. His voice poured out emotions, raw and genuine, as he sang of longing and desire. His friends listened intently, captivated by the song's haunting melody.
When Kai finished, the room erupted in applause and cheers. Alex grinned from ear to ear. "That was amazing, Kai! You're a genius!" Kai beamed with pride, feeling his heart swell.
"Thanks, guys," Kai said, his voice humble. "I wrote it about Emily." The room fell quiet again, this time with knowing glances and raised eyebrows.
Jake's sly smile spread across his face. "The girl next door?" Kai nodded, his cheeks flushing slightly. "Yeah. She's been on my mind lately."
As his friends teased him good-naturedly about Emily, Kai shrugged it off. He couldn't deny the spark he'd felt when writing "Echoes" with her in mind. The music had flowed effortlessly, like a river finding its course.
In that garage, surrounded by friends who appreciated his songs, Kai felt seen. "Echoes" had tapped into something special – a connection with others through music. For Kai, Emily would always be the girl who sparked his creativity, the one he'd written his first hit about.
Though his feelings for her might not be love, she held a special place in his heart – as a muse. Kai's passion for music only grew stronger, fueled by the memories of that summer and the girl who had inspired him.
Kai's eyes widened as he stared at his phone, the email on the screen like a dream come true. He had been invited to perform at the Starlight Music Festival! The lineup included some of the biggest names in the industry, and Kai's heart swelled with pride and excitement.
He thought back to the countless hours in his garage, guitar in hand, pouring his heart into his music. The sacrifices, the late nights, the endless practice sessions – it had all been worth it. Kai felt a rush of emotions as he thought about sharing the stage with his idols.
The festival was just a few weeks away, and Kai knew he had to give the performance of a lifetime. He began mentally preparing his setlist, envisioning the crowd's reaction to his music. The thrill of possibility coursed through his veins.
With determination burning within him, Kai threw himself into rehearsals. His fingers moved deftly over the guitar strings, his voice soaring as he belted out his songs. He was ready to shine on the big stage, to show the world what he was capable of.
This opportunity could change everything for Kai. He might just become a household name, his music touching hearts and minds across the globe. The thought sent shivers down his spine. Kai knew he was on the cusp of something special, and he was ready to seize the moment.
Justin, known to millions as "The Voice," had it all: chart-topping hits, sold-out tours, and adoring fans. But behind the glamour, Justin struggled with a dark secret: sex addiction. At first, it was just a way to cope with stress and fame. But soon, the hookups and one-night stands became an all-consuming obsession. Justin's team tried to cover up the scandals, but the paparazzi always seemed to find out. One night, Justin's antics landed him in a compromising position with a married politician's wife. The fallout was explosive. Charges were filed, and Justin found himself in a cold, gray cell. The spotlight that once shone so brightly on him now shone on his shame. Justin's career, his reputation, and his freedom hung in the balance. As he sat in the darkness, he realized the true cost of his addiction. Would Justin find redemption, or would his demons consume him forever? Only time would tell.
Betrayed by her mate and sister on the eve of her wedding, Makenna was handed to the ruthless Lycan Princes as a lover, her indifferent father ignoring her plight. Determined to escape and seek revenge, she captured the interest of the three Lycan princes, who desired her exclusively amid many admirers. This complicated her plans, trapping her and making her a rival to the future Lycan queen. Entwined in jealousy and vindictiveness, could Makenna achieve her vengeance in the intricate dance with the three princes?
Blinded in a crash, Cary was rejected by every socialite—except Evelina, who married him without hesitation. Three years later, he regained his sight and ended their marriage. "We’ve already lost so many years. I won’t let her waste another one on me." Evelina signed the divorce papers without a word. Everyone mocked her fall—until they discovered that the miracle doctor, jewelry mogul, stock genius, top hacker, and the President's true daughter… were all her. When Cary came crawling back, a ruthless tycoon had him kicked out. "She's my wife now. Get lost."
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.”
She was a world-renowned divine doctor, the CEO of a publicly traded company, the most formidable female mercenary, and a top-tier tech genius. Marissa, a titan with a plethora of secret identities, had hidden her true stature to marry a seemingly impoverished young man. However, on the eve of their wedding, her fiance, who was actually the lost heir to a wealthy dynasty, called off the engagement and subjected her to degradation and mockery. Upon the revelation of her concealed identities, her ex-fiance was left stunned and desperately pleaded for her forgiveness. Standing protectively before Marissa, an incredibly influential and fearsome magnate declared, "This is my wife. Who would dare try to claim her?"
They don't know I'm a girl. They all look at me and see a boy. A prince. Their kind purchase humans like me for their lustful desires. And, when they stormed into our kingdom to buy my sister, I intervened to protect her. I made them take me too. The plan was to escape with my sister whenever we found a chance. How was I to know our prison would be the most fortified place in their kingdom? I was supposed to be on the sidelines. The one they had no real use for. The one they never meant to buy. But then, the most important person in their savage land-their ruthless beast king-took an interest in the "pretty little prince." How do we survive in this brutal kingdom, where everyone hates our kind and shows us no mercy? And how does someone, with a secret like mine, become a lust slave? . AUTHOR'S NOTE. This is a dark romance-dark, mature content. Highly rated 18+ Expect triggers, expect hardcore. If you're a seasoned reader of this genre, looking for something different, prepared to go in blindly not knowing what to expect at every turn, but eager to know more anyway, then dive in! . From the author of the international bestselling book: "The Alpha King's Hated Slave."
Bailey seems to be never destined to fit in, a little geeky, but under it all, a hidden beauty that so many seem to miss, but still not what her pack Alpha is looking for in a fated mate... so he is determined to reject her and make her life hell. Bailey, knowing her life will likely never be the same focuses on what she can control, her future, and heads off to study; becoming a teacher. Asher is the Beta of Autumn Valley Pack, a neighbouring pack. A broken man having suffered the loss of his mate after a rogue attack, Asher is slowly crumbling. Falling to pieces. A shadow of his former self, and not a man that anyone wants to be around anymore... Until, Autumn Valley Pack require a new teacher, and Bailey finds herself there and pushed together with the Beta. Is there a connection building or is that in their imaginations? And what will happen when Bailey's mate comes back to claim what is his?